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Alice Seney Lumpkin ’84, July 5, 2014, in Maryland, at 52. At Colby she spent a semester in Kenya, which deepened her lifelong passion for nature and animals. She earned a law degree at Widener University and a master’s in environmental law at Vermont Law School and worked for the Wilderness Society in Washington, D.C., and the Brandywine Conservancy in Pennsylvania. Always eager to encounter wildlife, she went on two African safaris, honeymooned in the Galapagos, and traveled to parks and zoos throughout the United States. She also enjoyed horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and vintage aviation. For the last 11 years she lived with her husband at a family farm in Worthington Valley, Md., where they grew Christmas trees and tended sheep and horses. She is survived by her husband, James Murray, and three beloved yellow labs.
Eleanor A. Burns ’85, Aug. 1, 2014, in Easton, Conn., at 51. A 22-year resident of Easton, she was a prolific volunteer, serving as PTA treasurer, registrar for American Youth Soccer Organization, coordinator of a summer living-history camp, and vice president of the Historical Society of Easton. She worked at Christ Church Nursery School and the New Academy and loved to read, quilt, knit, and spend time at the beach. Spirited and generous, she enjoyed being with her family most of all. She is survived by her husband, Kwok J. Eng, a son, and a daughter.
Cynthia L. Fallon ’86, June 14, 2014, in Florida, at 49. She earned a law degree from Northeastern and practiced law in New Hampshire for 13 years before moving to Florida, where she realized her dream of opening her own practice. She enjoyed trips to Reynolds Plantation in Georgia and time on the golf range. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Lux, and a son.
Andrew Ian Dodge ’89, Aug. 1, 2014, in Harpswell, Maine, at 46. He earned a postgraduate degree in British politics from Hull University in the United Kingdom. A writer whose work appeared in publications including the Huffington Post and Washington Examiner, he was also a tea party activist who ran for the U.S. Senate in 2012. He enjoyed music, especially heavy metal, and was a prolific music reviewer. He died of an incurable form of colon cancer and is survived by his wife, Kim Benson.
Christine Murphy Abbatiello ’91, Aug. 4, 2014, in Hanover, N.H., at 45. She had a rewarding and successful career in human resources, serving as human resource manager at MBH Solutions in Teaneck, N.J., director of recruitment at Answerthink in Conshohocken, Pa., and director of talent and recruitment at Human Capital Institute in Wilder, Vt. She enjoyed literature and horseback riding and loved spending time with her children. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Abbatiello ’89, a daughter, and a son.
William L. Goodman ’91, May 31, 2014, in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, at 46. He had a career in the toy industry, working for Sega Toys and then succeeding as a consultant with his own firm for the past 15 years. In February Hasbro honored him for his career achievements at the Las Vegas Toy Fair. Despite battling brain cancer, he continued to live with optimism and humor. He relished the wonders of fatherhood and life on the Maine coast, and he enjoyed skiing, camping, biking, sailing, and kayaking with his family. He is survived by his wife, Hilary Robbins ’91, two daughters, his father, and his mother, Linda Nicholson Goodman ’62.
Madeline “Maddy” Horwitz Boccuzzi ’06, July 30, 2014, in Long Beach, Calif., at 30. She died of melanoma, and her cancer cells are being grown in a USC lab in the hope of finding a cure for the disease. She earned her master’s in global health from Duke and worked as strategic affiliations manager at Keck Medical Center of USC. A joyous woman with an infectious smile, she met her husband, Ryan J. Boccuzzi ’05, during her first week at Colby, and they were inseparable for the ensuing 12 years. The couple loved to travel, hiking and camping at parks worldwide. She is also survived by her parents, a brother, and many other family members.
Martha L. Dewey '76, June 26, 2009, in Ithaca, N.Y., at 55. She earned a bachelor's degree from Kalamazoo College and a master's from Yale Divinity School. A musician and dramatic artist, she was a lecturer, teaching assistant, musical director, and artistic director in many locales and venues. She died in a car accident. Survivors include her husband, Kent Goetz, two sisters, and a brother.
Nancy Wilson Maltez '76, Aug. 9, 2009, in Springdale, Utah, at 55. She served in the Peace Corps in Africa and later was a systems programmer. She was involved with The TreePeople, helping re-tree the Los Angeles area. She died while hiking in Zion National Park. Survivors include her husband, Byron, three children, her mother, and three siblings.
Catherine Fulton Teeven '80, Aug. 21, 2009, in Naples, Fla., at 51. She taught AP history at high schools in Florida and was a coach and swim official. She was an avid runner and played the piano for her church. Survivors include her husband, Gerry Teeven '79, two children, her mother, and a sister.
Thomas P. Noel '86, Aug. 12, 2009, in Providence, R.I., at 44. He was an inventor and the founder and president of Modular Thermal Technologies. He was previously a commercial fisherman. Survivors include his parents, Governor Philip and Joyce Noel, and four siblings.
Sean A. Glew '91, July 12, 2009, in Portland, Ore., at 39. He was chair of the history department at Holderness School and, at the time of his death from thymic carcinoma, a graduate student at Wesleyan. He coached sports, mentored students, read nonfiction, and enjoyed exploring New England and the Pacific Northwest. Survivors include his wife, Nicole, two children, his parents, three brothers, and a grandmother.
