Inspire, Fall 1997

Jocelyn Feldman Walters'92 and her husband, Michael,look forward to the day they will see their daughter,Suzanne Nicole,in heaven. On February 16, 1997,Jocelyn and Michael welcomed their first child into the world. Little Suzanne was immediately diagnosed with transposition of the great arteries and transferred to Riley's Children's Hospital in Indianapolis,Indiana. After three heart surgeries,doctors offered a good outlook on her life ahead. But on April 5,Suzanne suffered a massive heart attack and was pronounced dead on April 6, 1997,at the age of seven weeks. Jocelyn and Michael pray that their experience will help others who have had to endure the pain of losing a child. The Walters reside in Rochester, Indiana. Mindy Humble Bankey'93 has been named legislative liaison at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).She has been assistant legislative liaison at ODNR since August 1996. Prior to joining ODNR, she served as legislative assistant for Ohio State Senator Doug White. Mindy and her husband,Jeff, reside in Columbus,Ohio. John Robertson'93 hasjoined KPMG Moscow,a Russian affiliate office ofhis employer,KPMG Peat Marwick. During two years in Moscow,John will serve as an assistant manager working with Russian and multi-national clients, as well as with the KPMG staff ofover 300 Russians."I am excited to bejoining the Moscow business community and believe God is placing me in Russia for His purpose." John has also chosen to participate as a mission associate with the Evangelical Free Church Mission.Through this program,he will work with career missionaries at the Moscow Bible Church. Gina Tschanz'93 has completed a bachelor ofscience in nursing degree from Tennessee State University. Now a registered nurse,she is working on the cardiac step- down unit at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Gina lives in Antioch,Tennessee. John'93 and Jeanette Hansel Warnshuis'93 are living in Yorkville,Illinois. John recently graduated from Baptist Bible Seminary in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania and is associate pastor at Harvest Baptist Church in Oswego,Illinois. Nathan Yoder'93 earned a master of divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in May 1997. He has accepted a pastorate in Pennsylvania. Lance Gentry'94 has graduated from the Master's Seminary in Los Angeles,California with a master of divinity degree. He is serving as associate pastor at Austin Bluffs Evangelical Free Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His wife,Leigh Ann(Gillies'93),is a registered nurse. Kim Lakes'94 has earned a master's degree in child counseling from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. Kim is employed at RGM Psychotherapy Resources in Kettenng, Ohio. She is also a member of Far Hills Baptist Church and enjoys working with the youth group. Wendy Weyand Hammock'95 earned a master of arts in Chnstian education degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Commencement exercises were held May 23, 1997. Wendy is married to Darryl Hammock'94. Amy Harbeson Haynes'95 and her husband,John, reside in Orlando,Florida. John works as an IT specialist for IBM Global Services. Jason Kinniburgh '96 is a registered nurse at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Chris Melkonian '96 is pursuing a master's degree in microelectronics at the University of Toledo. He is gaining valuable experience working as the microelectronics lab supervisor at the university. David Mullins'96 has been called as assistant pastor of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Smithville, Ohio.His primary ministry will be youth and Christian education, along with general pastoral duties to assist the senior pastor. Dave and his wife, Crystal, were married in September 1996. Jason Stevens'96 has completed his first year oflaw school at West Virginia University. JeffBreneman'97 is a manufacturing engineer with Findlex Corporation in Findlay, Ohio. Robert Emery'97 hasjoined the Cedarville College staff as a custodian. Jessica Griffith '97 hasjoined the Cedarville College staff as applications coordinator for the Admissions Department. Ir ONL IN CIIRISTIII Miriam Pressau'83 and Jeff Hixon became one in Christ May 31, 1997 at First Baptist Church in Evans City,Pennsylvania. Miriam is employed as a research study coordinator at the University ofPittsburgh School of Medicine and Jeff works with his father on the family dairy farm.The Hixons have made their home on the family farm near Butler,Pennsylvania. Connie Thibo'85 and Derek Huffjoined their lives December 14, 1996 in Peoria,Illinois. Following a honeymoon trip to Jamaica,the Huffs reside in Peoria where Connie is manager ofthe wellness program for Caterpillar,Inc. and Derek is a realtor. Mark Baker'89 and Yvonne Wu were united in May 1997 in Anhai,Fujian Province,China in a ceremony combining Chinese and American traditions. Since receiving his master of arts degree in English literature from the University of Dayton in 1993,Mark has been a visiting professor ofEnglish at universities in China and South Korea.Following a two-month sojourn in China, the Bakers have returned to the states where they will be living in Seattle, Washington. Ann Dykes'89 and Michael Sunderland exchanged wedding vows February 15, 1997 in an outdoor ceremony at Cypress Gardens,Florida. Michael is a computer science graduate of Messiah College in Grantham,Pennsylvania and works as a technical specialist in the MIS department at Tech Data 10FALL'97 Corporation,and Ann is a registered nurse in the pediatric emergency room at the University Community Hospital in Tampa,Florida. The Sunderlands reside in Brandon,Florida. Stefanie Swift'90 and Christopher Mayotte celebrated their wedding October 26, 1996 in Columbus,Ohio. They traveled to Washington,D.C.for their honeymoon and now reside in Columbus,where Stefanie is a Contract Compliance Officer for The Ohio State University and Chris is a replenishment analyst for the Bath &Body Works division ofThe Limited. Curtis Carr'91 and Kristine Smith were married October 26, 1996 in Jamestown,New York. Kristine is a 1992 graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College and earned her masters degree in special education from Mercyhurst College in Erie, Pennsylvania. After a honeymoon in Toronto,Canada the Cans,made their home in Jamestown,New York. Curtis is a news reporter with WJTN radio station, and Kristine is a special education teacher in Cassadaga Valley Central School District. Brian Blackburn'93 and Lori Gregory exchanged wedding vows December 31, 1996 in Winchester, Virginia. The couple honeymooned in San Diego and Palm Springs, California and have made their home in Columbus,Ohio. Brian is director offinance and worship for Finish Line Ministries. Apryl Hoover'93 and Benjamin Miracle were united in marriage December 14, 1996. Apryl is a homemaker, and Benjamin works for the Elyria Police Force in Elyria, Ohio where they live. Yolanda Everson'94 and Matthew Lowe became one in Christ on September 21, 1996.The Lowes reside in Warren,Ohio where Yolanda is a rehabilitation nurse at St. Joseph Health Center and Matthew is a music teacher. Michelle Yates'94 and John Lee were wed August 16, 1996 in Muskegon, Michigan.After their honeymoon in Cancun,the Lees returned to Muskegon where Michelle works as a home health nurse while she attends Michigan State University, working towards her master's as a family nurse practitioner. John works at Clock Funeral Home and is also studying to become a physician's assistant. Kristine Mies'95 and Andrew Reid exchanged wedding vows July 12, 1997 in Paradise,Pennsylvania. They are currently living in Glenn Dale, Maryland. Stephanie Bolsem'96 and Stuart Norman were united July 19, 1997 at Walnut Ridge Baptist Church in Waterloo,Iowa. Following a honeymoon in Lake Geneva,Wisconsin,the Normans have made their home in Werribee,Australia, where Stephanie is a homemaker, and Stuart is a substitute teacher while working to complete his university degree. Steven Burdette'96 and Carrie Beaty'95 celebrated their union June 21, 1997.After honeymooning in Maui, the Burdettes have made their home in Springboro, Ohio. Steven is a medical student at Wright State University,and Carrie is an accountant at Roberck. David Curtis'96 and Amy Walker'97 exchanged vows December 28, 1996 in Garland, Texas.They honeymooned in Hot Springs,Arkansas before returning to Cedarville where Amy completed her degree,and David continued in his position as adjunct professor ofscience and math. David is planning to attend Wright State University as a medical student beginning in the fall of 1997. Bowe Hoy'96 and Kimberly Bandy'97joined in marriage June 21, 1997 at Calvary Baptist Church in Xenia,Ohio.They traveled to Florida and the Bahamas for their honeymoon and now reside in Fairborn, Ohio. Bo and Kim both work for The Allegro Group in Dayton,Ohio. Jim Rowley'96 and Emily Hodel'97 were wed July 19, 1997 in Springfield,Illinois. Jennifer Tew'96 and Jeffrey Cremeans were united in marriage June 28, 1997 in Springfield, Ohio and currently reside in Enon,Ohio. Cyndi'Thompson'96 and Keith DeLorme werejoined in marriage August 3, 1996. After honeymooning in Bermuda,the couple now resides in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Cyndi is a third grade teacher at B.rookdale Christian School where Keith is an administrative assistant. The DeLormes are expecting their first child in November 1997. Andrew Miller'97and Julianne Pletcher'97 were married July 12, 1997 in Tacoma,Washington.Their wedding was at Northwest Baptist Seminary in the rose garden. The Millers enjoyed a honeymoon to Canada, visiting Banff and Lake Louise.They have made their home in Zion,Illinois where Julianne teaches fifth grade at Westlake Christian Academy and Andrew is an accountant at Abbots Laboratories. Andy Strange'97 and Beth Brubaker'97 began their lives together June 28, 1997 in Hunlock Creek, Pennsylvania.They live in Indianapolis,Indiana where Andy works for Nishida Services. HANDIWORK°. OF GOD Rod'75 and Jeannie Yoder Robison'76 delight in the arrival of Jordan Scot on September 12, 1996. Hejoins siblings Jennifer(14)and David(10)at home in Tucson, Arizona. Ray'76N and Sue Rinehart Moore'76 praise God for His precious gift of Erin Elizabeth, born February 26, 1997.Shejoins a brother, Kyle(10),at home in Beavercreek, Ohio.The Moores share,"God gave us the desire of our hearts and blessed us with this beautiful baby after nine years of waiting on Him!We are truly thankful!" Mike'80 and Donna Ford Aiken '86 are the joyful parents of William Duncan,born June 21, 1997. William joins a sister, Emily(2), at home in Hudson, Ohio. Floyd'82 and Karen McHugh Stanfill'82 praise God for the safe arrival of Seth Aaron one month early on May 6, 1997. Hejoins siblings Scott(13),David(11), and Bethany(8)at home in Bolivar, Ohio. Vini Jaquery'82 and his wife,Alexandra,are thrilled to welcome a daughter, Julia, to their family. Born April 17, 1997,Julia joins Chip and Gabriella at home. Brian'83 and Laurie Wagner Blair'87 are delighted to announce the birth of Joel Simeon on June 24, 1997. Hejoins Gabrielle(5)and Elliot(2)at home in Cedarville, Ohio. Brian is assistant to the director of program operations at CDR Radio. Jim'83N and Karen Entingh Matson'84 celebrate the arrival of Ryan Entingh on May 24, 1997. Jim and Karen both work at Entingh Water Conditioning_in Dayton,Ohio.The delighted grandparents are Mel'55 and Doris Jarvis Entingh'57N and Becky and David Matson '60. Timothy Warren'83 and his wife, Julie,joyfully announce the birth ofa son, Noah Michael,born March 26, 1997. Hejoins a sister, Lindsay Hannah(4), at home in Havana,Florida. Tim is a medical disability specialist with the Florida Office of Social Security Disability. The Warrens attend Northwoods Baptist Church, where Tim teaches a Bible doctrine and theology class. Julie is involved in the women's ministry, music ministry, and hospitality ministry. Will Pratz'84 and his wife, Nancy,happily welcome Noah Clifton, born May 28, 1997. Hejoins Josalyn, Zachary,Elysia, Gabrielle,and Alexandra at home in Riverview,Florida. Richard Manuel'85 and his wife, Ellen, rejoice in the arrival of Dakotah Grace on May 17, 1997. She was welcomed into the family by brothers Luke(3)and Zeke(2). Rik is a defense contractor in the Omaha, Nebraska area,and Ellen cares for the three children at home. Pam Woods Knuutila'86 and her husband,Jim,share their delight in the birth ofTimothy James on May 21, 1997.Timothy joins a sister, Alissa(7), at home in Willseyville,New York. Jerry Robbins'86 and his wife, Julie, are pleased to welcome Benjamin Paul to their family in Centerville, Ohio. Benjamin was born June 8, 1997. Jerry is the owner and president of Sonrise Window Cleaning. Sherry Rotramel Bouquet'87 and her husband,John, praise God for His gift of Brandon Lawrence. Born June 11, 1997,Brandon joins brothers Andre(5)and Austin (2), who are eager to play ball with him! Sherry serves on the Cedarville College Board of Trustees. Dan'87 and Donna Snyder Morris'87 delight in the birth of Mitchell Douglas on June 27, 1997.The Morris family, which also includes Daniel(7),Raymond(5), and Adessa(2), resides in Marietta, Ohio. Kara Ray Preston'87 and her husband,Joseph,rejoice in the arrival ofJoshua Brent on March 16, 1997.Joshua joins Heather(16), Jason(15),and Candice(13)at home in Batesville,Indiana. Caryn Barber Bowser'88 and her husband,Jody,delight in the addition of Madison Carrin to their family. Born October 29, 1995, she was welcomed by brothers Jay(6)and Jesse(3). Caryn enjoys caring for the children at home, and Jody is the director of high school ministries at The Chapel in Akron,Ohio. Todd Dowden'88 and his wife, Karen,celebrate the birth of Emily Anne on April 2, 1997.The Dowdens reside in Elgin,Illinois. Richard'88 and Pamela Moon Haywood'88 are happy to announce the birth of Devin Richard on May 10, 1997. David(6)and Douglas(4) welcomed him home in Canaseraga,New York. Robert'88 and Jill Mitchell Kinney'90N are delighted to welcome Mitchell Robert, born April 3, 1997.A brother, Nate(3), welcomed him home in Cedarville, Ohio.Bob works as an environmental engineer in Dayton,Ohio. Michele Reed Kuzmic'88N and her husband,Gregory, announce the addition ofJames Reed to their family. Born April 4, 1997,James is welcomed by a sister, Sarah (2). Michele cares for the children at home,while Gregory is a software support analyst at Enterprise Computer Systems in Greenville, South Carolina. Mary Ritenour Meiklejohn'88 and her husband, Robert, delight in the arrival of Hannah Elizabeth on February 15, 1997. Both Robert and Mary are sheriff deputies in Montgomery County,Maryland. Richard'89 and Heidi Petros 1Danhof'88 share thejoy in the birth ofZachary David on April 11, 1997. He joins big brother,Luke(2), at home in Centerville,Ohio. Richard isemployed by NCR. Dick'89 and Kendra Williams Dray'92celebrate the latest addition to their family,Danae Grace. Born January 31, 1997,shejoins brother Joshua Jaye(2).The Drays reside in Pottersville, New York. Greg'89 and Becky Snyder O'Dell'86 are thrilled to announce the arrival of Stefan Gregory on February 19, 1997. Hejoins sisters Jerusha(4)and Mesha(2)at home in Struthers, Ohio, where Greg is associate and youth pastor at Evangel Baptist Church.