Inspire, Summer 2008

a lumnotes 32 summer 2008 Mark ’96 and Kristin (Rinehart) Totten ’96 announce the birth of Grace Maree on May 12, 2007. Mark and Kristin are both attorneys and live in Michigan. Abigail (Brown) Wagler ’96 and her husband, James, announce the birth of Jillian Faith. She was born January 18, 2007, and was welcomed home by her sisters, Elizabeth (6) and Grace (4), in Fremont, Indiana. Abigail enjoys staying home with the girls, and James owns a plumbing and heating business. Brian ’97 and Sarah (Laramore) Naess ’96 announce the birth of Johan Olaf on December 30, 2006. Big sister Hannah (3) awaited his arrival in Pickerington, Ohio. Renee (Tuinstra) Trexler ’97 and her husband, Michael, announce the birth of Sarah Grace. She was born March 5, 2008, and was welcomed home by Nathaniel (6), Hannah (4), and Lydia (2) in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Michael is a hospital physician, and Renee stays home and homeschools the children. Phil Wittmer ’97 and his wife, Mackensie, hosted a playdate at their home in Dayton, Ohio, in December 2007 which included (left to right) their son, Ben; Ethan McKanna, son of Brent McKanna ’96 and Melissa; Sophia and Lillian Black, daughters of Jim Black ’96 and Carrie; and Ava and Carter Button, children of Mark ’97 and Amy (Cartzendafner) Button ’97 . Jon Woolley ’97 and his wife, Julie, announce the birth of Hannah Marie, who arrived 10 weeks early on January 21, 2008. Hannah was able to come home from the hospital on February 26 and is a healthy, happy baby. They reside in Dublin, Ohio. June 9 — Greenville Chapter Event Several alumni and their families gathered at East North Street Baptist Church to enjoy a performance by the Lifeline Players. Dessert was served afterward, allowing everyone to fellowship. May 22 — Los Angeles Chapter Event More than 60 alumni and other guests joined Dr. Brown and Jeff Beste ’87 for dinner at the Claim Jumper Restaurant in Fountain Valley, California. Guests enjoyed asking Dr. Brown questions, including whether he is now a Buckeyes fan! June 2 — Indianapolis Chapter Event Although the Indianapolis Indians didn’t win, it was a great night at the ballpark for more than 100 alumni and their families. Guests enjoyed getting to know one another and meeting members of the alumni relations staff. recent events