In Memoriam

Our thoughts are with the families of Endicott College community members who we have lost over the years. Below is a list of those who passed away or whose death we were made aware of in 2024 and 2025.

If you note any errors or omissions, please contact the Alumni Office at alumni@endicott.edu.

  • 1940s

    Florence Randall Cross ’45

    Alice Treleavan Evans ’46

  • 1950s

    Lenaire Botting Wright ’51

    Mary Wilbur Sutherland ’51

    Gail McLeod Clark ’52

    Catherine Lillios Pappas ’53

    Carol Ostriche Teasdale ’54

    Patricia Kozel Cebry ’55

    Nancy Harrington Forg ’55

    Carolyn Strazza ’55

    Valerie Moroney Chisholm ’56

    Teresa Grey Acquaviva ’57

    Barbara Herberger Hinton ’57

    Maryfrances Wagner Parsons ’57

    Beverly Lynch Stehlin ’58

    Priscilla Donovan ’58

    Judith Etscovitz Borne ’59

  • 1960s

    Ann Parshley Heaney ’61

    Carolyn Nesbitt Wagenseller ’61

    Constance Lussier Lindstedt ’61

    Mary Jane Semcer ’61

    Barbara Rank Fennell ’62

    Carolyn Cluthe Carroll ’62

    Susan Hancher Grayshaw ’62

    Veta Berit Stone ’63

    Janice Arons ’65

    Virginia McCoy ’66

    Penelope Raps McNamara ’67

    Sandra Banas Clark ’67

    Linda Hopkinson Cain ’69

    Nancy Truesdale Byrne ’69

  • 1970s

    Janice Tapper ’71

    Ayune Michel ’72

    Susan Bouffard ’73

    Kelly L. Lanpher Cellana ’78

    Kimberlee Clark Kelley ’79

  • 1980s

    Ellen Rathburn ’81

    Susan Turner Villetta ’84

  • 1990s

    Edna Coleman ’93

    Carolyn Lyons ’94

  • 2000s

    Jennifer Mehrtens ’04

    Thompson Booth ’06

  • 2010s

    Paul Mahoney ’18

  • Endicott Community Members

    Bob Fanning
    Trustee
    2009–2024

    A Trustee since 2009, Fanning was a close advisor to President Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D., and senior Endicott leadership, especially over the past few years. His extensive experience in management, finance, and operations provided invaluable insights during a time of transformational growth at the College.

    Fanning and his wife, Nancy, were married for more than 50 years. They have two daughters and four grandchildren.



    Ayune Michel ’72
    Trustee
    2018–2024

    Michel’s contributions to the College and the health profession have left an enduring mark on both the Endicott community and the world of healthcare. Her legacy is one of service, dedication, and an unwavering belief in the transformative power of education and nursing.



    Jeremy "J." Cole
    Endicott Campus Police Sergeant
    2009–2024

    Affectionately known as “J. Cole” by everyone at the Nest, Sgt. Cole faithfully served Endicott College for 15 years, leaving an indelible mark on the community. Known for his unwavering commitment to student safety and well-being, he exemplified the highest standards of public service. In 2021, Sgt. Cole, alongside Officer Sean Gannon, received the prestigious Lifesaving Award from the Massachusetts Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators for their heroic efforts in saving the life of assistant softball coach David Bettencourt, who went into cardiac arrest on campus.



    Curtis L. Gerrish
    The Curtis L. Gerrish School of Business

    A 1958 graduate of Boston University, Curt was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in 2016 by Endicott College in Beverly, Massachusetts. He also provided the funding and inspiration for the university’s Curtis L. Gerrish School of Business, created in his name in 2013.