DR. JIM BJORNSTAD Long-time Cedarville professor Jim Bjornstad passed away on October 12, 2024. Serving as a Bible and philosophy professor from 1995 to 2008, Dr. Bjornstad studied modern religious movements and practices in the U.S., helping his students discern truth from error and defend their faith. In addition to his work at Cedarville, Dr. Bjornstad regularly published and lectured. He earned his PhD in philosophy of religion fromNew York University. DR. ED BRAITHWAITE Ed Braithwaite, former Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, passed away September 13, 2024. Dr. Braithwaite served faithfully in the School of Science and Mathematics from 1976 through 2013. He was a long-time member of Grace Baptist Church and served on the board of the Scripture Memory Fellowship. He earned his PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. DR. EDDIE HAWKINS Eddie Hawkins, trustee emeritus at Cedarville, went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024. As a trustee and the founding senior pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, he served the Lord and his fellow believers faithfully. Cedarville awarded Hawkins an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree in June of 1998 for his excellent service in Christian academics and his advocacy for Cedarville. IN MEMORIAM We extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of these dear alumni who have passed away. Carol (Wilson) Kretschmar ’56 of Bellefontaine, OH, passed away on September 6, 2024. Lowell “Clifton" Miller ’58 of Sault Ste Marie, ON, passed away on February 12, 2024. Janet (Mc Clish) Powell ’64 of Masury, OH, passed away on January 8, 2024. Helen Wing ’65 of Sebring, FL, passed away on May 14, 2024. James Engelmann ’66 of Davison, MI, passed away on May 20, 2024. Leonard Myers ’66 of Baldwinsville, NY, passed away on August 18, 2024. Brian Mayfield ’67 of Quincy, IL, passed away on November 21, 2022. David Hockenberry ’68 of Cincinnati, OH, passed away on August 16, 2022. Ruth (Augspurger) Wagner ’69 of Ravenna, OH, passed away on May 22, 2024. Lyle Miller ’72 of Altoona, IA, passed away on June 25, 2024. Karen DeMars ’73 of Columbus, OH, passed away on January 7, 2024. Sandra (Dawson) Wheeler ’78 of Eastpointe, MI, passed away on November 6, 2022. Jane Falde ’85 of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on May 25, 2024. LaVonna (Getz) McCaw ’99 of Wadsworth, OH, passed away on June 12, 2024. Pamela (Repine) Elmore ’01 of Indian Land, SC, passed away on April 13, 2024. Fernanda (Fernandes) Hochstedler ’01 passed away on May 19, 2024. Caleb Hoover ’19 of Cedarville, OH, passed away on April 29, 2024. EXPRESSING SYMPATHIES UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS November 15, 2024 — Alumni Volleyball Game, Callan Athletic Center Cheer on the women’s volleyball team as they take on Ursuline! Alumni and their families will receive free admission to the game, access to a complimentary concession stand, and reserved seating in the club section. December 8, 2024 — Alumni Christmas Gathering, Stevens Student Center Enjoy a festive reception with appetizers and reconnect with fellow local alumni before the annual Community Christmas Celebration. February 22, 2025 — Alumni Basketball Game, Callan Athletic Center As an alum attending the game, you will receive access to a complimentary concession stand, free admission to the game, and reserved seating. Summer 2025 — Global Outreach Trip Join us and help serve alumni missionaries in the field. More information to come! cedarville.edu/AlumniEvents 37
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