Obituaries
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Mary Magdalene Weddington, 83, February 3, 2017
Mary Magdalene Weddington, age 80 of Fairborn, passed away Friday February 3, 2017. She was born January 8, 1937 in Elliott Co., KY, the daughter of the late Walter and Loulie (Whitt) Fraley. Mary was employed with Wright State University, retiring in 1997; and she enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. In addition…
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Evelyn F Belcher, 87, Secretary, Department of English Language and Literatures
She was a homemaker, gardener, Cub Scout leader, school library volunteer, member of Community United Methodist Church, bowled in area leagues, and played bridge with her beloved friends. She died on Jan. 31, 2017.
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Philip Rizzo, Jr., 92, Budget and Regents Reporting
Phil Rizz was the associate director of budget and regents reporting for 20 years, retiring in 1992. He died Jan. 31, 2017 at Miami Valley Hospital.
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Philip Rizzo, Jr., 92, of Centerville, Ohio passed away on January 31, 2017
Phil was born and raised in Middletown, Ohio and was the ninth of 10 children born to Philip (Sr.) and Augustina (Scalia) Rizzo. He graduated with honors from Middletown High School in 1942. Phil earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business in 1948 from Miami University where he was a member of the Delta…
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James C. Lichtenfels, 66, Computing & Telecommunications Sevices
James loved life. He was a lover of animals, an avid bicyclist and a fierce handball player. He also loved planting trees. A well-read intellect, his political commentary and sharp wit kept those around him on their toes. He died on Dec 8, 2016, at Miami Valley Hospital, after an amazing life.
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Gust N. Bambakidis, December 9, 2016, Professor and Chair of Department of Physics
Dr. Gust “Dino” N. Bambakidis, 80, of Fairborn, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 in Cleveland surrounded by his loved ones.
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Harold G. Dusko, November 20, 2016, Department of Geology and Geography
Harold Dusko was an adjunct professor at Wright State University for 20 years teaching in the Department of Geology and Geography. He taught Cartography, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
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Altie "Lee" L. Farmer, 75, November 13, 2016, Computing Services
Altie L. Farmer, 75, of New Carlisle, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016. She was born March 26, 1941 Altie retired from Wright State University as a Computer Security Analyst in CaTS. She was born March 26, 1941 in Jackson County, WV, the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Stover. She enjoyed spending time…
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Ching Po Li, M.D., 97, passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016.
Ching Po Li, M.D., 97, passed away Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016. He was born on Nov. 11, 1918, in Jinan Province, China, the son of the late Tse Wen and Lo (Ching) Li. Dr. Li was a member of the A.M.A., the Ohio Medical Association and the American College of Radiology. He was a radiologist…
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Vicki Shelton, October 20, 2016
Vicky M. Shelton, Age 56, of Riverside, passed away on October 20, 2016 at Hospice of Dayton. Vicky worked at Wright State University for 18 years. She was born on June 29, 1960 to Charles and Malou (Remy) Rupert in France. She is survived by her loving husband, John Shelton; mother, Malou Arch; daughter, Lindsey…
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Michael Maloney, October 16, 2016
Michael (Mike) Maloney, age 41, died October 16, 2016 at Miami Valley Hospital. Mike was born in Plainfield, New Jersey, on May 2, 1975 to Thomas and Maureen (Foreman) Moloney. He spent his childhood in Centerville, Ohio and graduated from Chaminade Julienne High School in 1994. He attended St. Joseph College in Rensselaer, Indiana, and…
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Brage Golding, President, August 24, 2016
Brage Golding, who served as Wright State University’s first president, died Aug. 24, 2016, at his home in San Diego. He was 96. Known as an innovator with an entrepreneurial spirit, Golding was named Wright State’s president in 1966.
Upcoming Events
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Wright State Retirees Picnic
Wright State University retirees and friends are invited to a picnic on Saturday, Sept. 19, 1:30–4:30 p.m., in Rotary Park, 2260 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45432.
See what’s coming up in our Events Calendar