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James B. Morang '64
Feb. 18, 2016, in Falmouth, Maine, at 74. Known as “Lemon” by classmates, he built a career in financial services, working at Maine Savings Bank, Bank of America, and retiring from TD Insurance in 2007. He held leadership positions in his congregational church and sang in the choir for 30 years. He is survived by his three siblings and nephews and nieces, including Katherine Curry Porch ’00.
Robert M. Tripp '65
Dec. 10, 2015, in Dry Ridge, Ky., at 72. He worked in insurance all his life, in Massachusetts and Ohio, retiring in 2004 as senior officer with Ohio National Life. He was a dedicated golfer, involved with his church, and a family man. He was a reading mentor through the Real Men Read program at an elementary school. His wife, Sharon, two children, four grandchildren, and a sister survive him.
Walter Cullen '67
Aug. 20, 2015, in Key West, Fla., at 71. He served in the Marine Corps as a captain during the Vietnam War and later had a career in insurance. He is survived by his wife, Darlene, two daughters, and several grandchildren.
Kathleen “Kiki” O’Connell '68
March 1, 2016, in Scarborough, Maine, at 69. She received her master’s from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts, then became a newspaper reporter in Maine, a content director for advertising and marketing firms, and, for 14 years, a senior writer for Cole Haan and Nike. In the late 1980s she became a Buddhist and took leadership roles at the Vajra Vidya Portland Buddhist Meditation Center. She is survived an aunt, cousins, and friends.
Sally Connor Parks '68
Feb. 4, 2016, in Lewiston, Maine, at 69. After earning an M.B.A. from the University of Maine in 1975, she ran a job placement agency in Waterville for 15 years and later worked for the Department of Commerce as a field representative. She held almost all offices in Waterville’s Business and Professional Women’s group, chaired the Maine Women’s Hall of Fame for 16 years, and belonged to countless women’s and civic organizations. She received many awards for volunteer service. Survivors include extended family members.
Susan Diplock Constantineau '69
Nov., 2015, in Micanopy, Fla., at 68. She worked as a librarian at Bradford Junior College, Dartmouth College, and the University of Florida, where she served as archivist. She is survived by her former husband, Peter Constantineau ’69, and a sister.
Jane F. Petitmermet '69
Dec. 11, 2015, in Roseburg, Ore., at 68. After earning an M.A. in library science at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, she was a librarian in California, Washington, D.C., and Germany. She was an avid traveler, a dedicated church member, theatergoer, and supporter of local arts. In 1996 she established the Paul and Louise Petitmermet Scholarship Fund at Colby in honor of her parents. Her husband, Denny Napier, and a brother survive her.
Kenneth Lloyd Waldman '75
March 10, 2016, in Woodbridge, Va., at 63. A documentary filmmaker and TV writer and director, he worked with the Maysles Brothers in the early 1980s, and then independently in Caracas, Venezuela. He was also an award-winning 3D motion graphics designer, animator, and editor in the U.S. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia, two daughters, and a son.
Kathy A. Marciarille '81
Dec. 27, 2015, in Portland, Maine, at 56. She earned a master’s in library science from the University of Rhode Island, then worked as a librarian in central Maine. She was active with her church and volunteered for charities. Reading and singing brought her great pleasure. Survivors include her two children, a granddaughter, two sisters, and her mother.
Bruce M. Sullivan '55
Bruce M. Sullivan ’55, January 7, 2007, in Old Field, N.Y., at 77. He served in the Army before he came to Colby. After Colby, he earned his law degree at Yale University and became a self-employed lawyer. His wife, Margaret, and his son, Angus, survive him.
J. Wood Tyson '55
J. Wood Tyson Jr. ’55, January 25, 2007, in Roswell, Ga., at 74. He served in the Army then established a career in sales with Koppers Company. Survivors include his wife, Lynn, four children, a brother, Richard D. Tyson ’60, a sister, six grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, including Chandler C. Tyson ’95.