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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2024, Andrews University Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:16:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:16:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Death of Jess Oliver http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65371 Jessie, or Jess as she preferred, was born in Chicago, Illinois, on October 6, 1933, to the late Robert and Mary Duns. Jess lost both her parents before she turned six and found love and care in the home of her aunt and uncle, Tina and Martin Erickson, in Bayfield, Wisconsin, where she became an integral part of their large, extended family. Jess pursued her education at Emmanual Missionary College (now Andrews University) in Berrien Springs, Michigan, where she met and married Bruce Oliver, a fellow classmate. While Bruce attended dental school in California, Jess got her master’s in education from the University of Redlands. Upon Bruce’s graduation, they moved to Niles, Michigan, where he established his orthodontic practice. Bruce and Jess were blessed with three children. After dedicating herself to raising her children, Jess earned a master’s degree in library science from Western Michigan University and then began her career as a librarian at the Andrews University Library. She enjoyed helping others and having a new way to contribute to the Andrews community. In retirement, Jess continued living in Berrien Springs and enjoyed gardening, reading, piano playing, visiting with friends and family, and spending winters in Florida near Lynn and her family. She received training in teaching reading and enjoyed tutoring. Jess was an active member of the Niles Seventh-day Adventist church for over 50 years. Her final years were spent surrounded by love and care, residing with Lynn and Pine in Punta Gorda, Florida. Jess passed on June 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, devotion, and unwavering service to her church and family. There will be a private celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Andrews University James White Library in Jess’s honor. Read Oliver's full obituary <a href="https://www.wsjm.com/2024/06/12/jessie-ann-duns-oliver/">here</a>.  Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:22:33 +0000 Death of Doug Popp http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65370 Doug Popp, husband of Tari Popp, director of Planned Giving & Trust Services at Andrews University, passed peacefully to his rest on June 10 after a seven-month battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.  A memorial service is planned for July 27 at 4:30 p.m. It will be held in the Pioneer Memorial Church sanctuary and a visitation hour is scheduled to take place at 3:30 p.m. in the narthex of the church. (A private family graveside service will be held at another time.) In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent to the Office of Planned Giving & Trust Services, 8903 US Highway 31, Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0645. Checks should be made out to Andrews University and will be used to start an endowed scholarship fund for Andrews Academy, where Doug attended. Please continue to keep Tari and family in your prayers.  Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:16:38 +0000 Death of Duane M. Corwin http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65313 Duane Meade Corwin of Roseburg, Oregon, was born February 13, 1930, at Loma Linda, California, and went to sleep in Jesus on May 1, 2024.  He was the youngest of three sons born to Walter and Leila Corwin. From the age of two he was raised by his stepmother Allie Bell Corwin. Duane graduated from Rogue River Academy in 1947, then attended Pacific Union College and Walla Walla College to obtain a bachelor’s degree in theology in 1952.  He received a master’s degree in religion from Andrews University in 1965. In 1950 Duane married Joanne Wheeler, who assisted him in his ministerial career until her death in 2008. Duane worked for the Seventh-day Adventist Church as a teacher, pastor and evangelist for 43 years in the Oregon, Central California and Northern California conferences. He served as ministerial director of the Northern California Conference for eight years. Besides the United States, he did short term evangelistic service in the Philippines, the Bahamas, Russia and Ghana. Duane is survived by his son Daryl Corwin and wife Juvy of Roseburg, Oregon; daughters Duanna Richards and husband Harold of Auburn, Washington; Lonna Montgomery and husband Mike of Bend, Oregon; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:05:42 +0000 Statement on the Passing of Arne P. Nielsen http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65285 We are very sad to report the passing of Arne P. Nielsen, PhD, who in addition to his leadership role at the North American Division (NAD) was an advisor to the Andrews University Board of Trustees and chair of the Griggs International Academy (GIA) Board. He was also a graduate of Andrews, both at the undergraduate and doctoral levels. The NAD has released the following statement: Official Statement on the Passing of Arne P. Nielsen North American Division Office of Education We are sad to share that Arne P. Nielsen, North American Division vice president for education, passed to his rest this morning, June 3, 2024, after several days in the intensive care unit dealing with complications from an acute illness. The family asks for privacy at this time as they grieve this very unexpected loss. Please pray for the Nielsen family. More information will be shared later. In November 2018, Nielsen was voted to serve as the division’s vice president for education; previously he served as NAD director of secondary education and accreditation. Again, please respect the family’s privacy and surround them with your prayers. Sincerely, G. Alexander Bryant, DMin President, North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists   Mon, 03 Jun 2024 16:42:17 +0000 Celebration of Life for Ivan T. Blazen http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64825 A celebration of Ivan T. Blazen's life will take place this coming Sunday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. PST/5 p.m. EST in the Loma Linda University Church. The service will be livestreamed at <a href="https://www.lluc.org">lluc.org</a>. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the <a href="https://vault.andrews.edu/vault/app/pages/advancement/login/development">Daniel Augsburger Endowed Scholarship Fund</a> at Andrews University or to the <a href="https://giving.lluh.org/site/Donation2?df_id=1581&mfc_pref=T&1581.donation=form1">Loma Linda University School of Religion</a>.  Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:41:07 +0000 Death of Malcolm Everett Hutchinson http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64764 Hutchinson was born in Claremont, NH to the late Malcolm Everett Hutchinson Sr. and Ruby Esther Woodard Hutchinson. He passed away in Wewoka, OK He was a graduate of Pioneer Valley Academy, Atlantic Union College (BA in theology) and Andrews University, where he received a EdD in educational instruction. He was proceeded in death by his son, Daniel John Asa Hutchinson (Oct. 20, 1985–Aug. 8, 2023). He is survived by his wife, Nada Gaye Kaiser Hutchinson, son, Samuell Malcolm, and his family, Laura Lee Sluiter Hutchinson, grandsons Tyler, Ajay and Tony, and granddaughter Abbygayle. He is also survived by his mother, Ruby Hutchinson, brother Everett, and three sisters—Diane Pollard, Connie Goodchild and Gwen Fisher. Mick (Malcolm) pastored churches in Maine, Vermont and Illinois and then served as an educational administrator at Pine Tree Academy, Blue Mountain Academy, Bakersfield Adventist Academy, Richmond Academy and Highland View Academy. He also worked as facilities director at Affiliated Computer Services in Lexington, KY. He traveled extensively to many countries as he led mission trips to build churches, schools, an orphanage and call centers. Retirement never stopped his involvement with youth. He kept in touch with many of his former students and added new young friends with his sage advice, care and willingness to listen. He volunteered at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center, doing everything from washing dishes to clearing land. He loved people and loved teaching—especially history. He built three churches—Barre, VT; Alton, IL and Collinsville, IL. The people he was able to lead to Christ became lifelong friends, and he was most proud of them. His favorite things to do included traveling, gardening, cutting down trees for firewood, cats, birds and art. He taught Bible, American and World History, and art appreciation. He was an energetic principal and was always "on the kids side." He would want to be remembered as a God-fearing and loving husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. A memorial service will be held on Feb. 18, 2024 at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center at 11 a.m. Reception will follow at the same location. The internment service will be in Vermont. Date and time to be announced later. Read Hutchinson's full obituary <a href="https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/malcolm-hutchinson-obituary?id=54250368">here</a>. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:37:09 +0000 Death of Donna Mae Wheeker http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64759 Donna Mae (Winslow) Wheeker, 101, died on Christmas day, Dec. 25, 2023, at Hendersonville Health and Rehabilitation in Flat Rock, North Carolina. Donna was born on Jan. 9, 1922 in Imlay City, Michigan to Roy E. and Myrtle Winslow and spent much of her life in that little city. In 1942, she married the love of her life, George Lynn Wheeker, whom she had known since they were little children together. After high school, she attended County Normal School and taught for several years in one-room school houses, which she thoroughly enjoyed. After teaching for many years at public schools in Imlay City and Dryden, Michigan, she went back to school herself and earned a master’s degree in library science from the University of Michigan. In 1970, she and George moved to Downers Grove, Illinois, where she reorganized the nursing library at Hinsdale College. Subsequently, they relocated to Berrien Springs, Michigan, and she worked as librarian at Ruth Murdoch Elementary School, on the campus of Andrews University, for several years. Later, she became librarian at Andrews Academy, where she served for 19 years. She and George were members of the Pioneer Memorial Church in Berrien Springs for many years. In 1992, after she retired, they moved to the Fletcher Park Inn, located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she became librarian for that retirement community. When George was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, they moved back to Berrien Springs to be closer to family. After George’s death in 2009, Donna moved back to the Fletcher Park community where she lived and thrived, even walking up to two miles a day! Then, in September, her health took a turn for the worse and she was moved to the rehab center where she lived until her death in December. She is survived by a daughter, Sallie (Vernon) Alger and two sons—Larry (Shirley) Wheeker of Coos Bay, Oregon and Brian Wheeker, of Kettering, Ohio. Other survivors include five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. George preceded her in death, as well as a brother and sister, and a son, James Lee, who died while serving as a student missionary in Ethiopia, Africa.  Also preceding her in death was a beloved daughter-in-law, Carolyn (Brian) Wheeker. Cremation has taken place and she sleeps until she is awakened by Jesus at the great resurrection morning.  A memorial service may take place at a later date. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 16:31:15 +0000 Death of Donald H. Rhoads http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64732 Don was born in Fargo, North Dakota, to James and Mary Rhoads on Sept. 17, 1937. He was the youngest of three sons, Berton and Gayle being his older brothers. His father, a pastor and denominational worker, moved the family several times, including stops in South Dakota and Minnesota. Don’s formative years were spent in Texas, first in Forth Worth and then in Keene.  After completing his studies at Southwestern Junior College, Don enrolled at Emmanuel Missionary College, where his primary focus of study was mathematics. There, he met his future wife, Jean Schlunt from Drayton Plains, MI. They both graduated from EMC in 1958 and were married shortly thereafter on June 15. Don was accepted into a PhD program at Rice University but completed only an MA, which he received in 1961. He went on to earn his PhD at the University of Michigan in 1968.  In 1963, Jean had their first baby, Karl (AU ’86). Anne-Marie followed in 1965 and Jill in 1968. In 1962, Don started teaching at Andrews University and continued in that role until 1972, when he took a one-year leave of absence. That one year turned into 26. Don and Jean moved the family to Bloomington, Indiana, to start a “hi-fi” store, Alan Audio. In addition, to starting a new business, Don built a house on land a few miles north of Bloomington, in a rural area called Modesto. The business had its ups and downs, and Don finally sold it in 1986.  In 1987-88, Don built another house, this one for his parents. In 1992, he added a major addition to his own house. For the next few years, he kept busy in various endeavors including consulting for noise abatement and trying his hand at writing a novel, which he never finished. When a job in the Department of Mathematics at Andrews University opened up in 1998, Don applied for his old job and got it back. In 2000, Don became chair of the department and remained in that role until he retired in 2006. After retirement, Don busied himself with finishing Euclidean Geometry and its Subgeometries, a book started by his mentors at Andrews, Ed Specht and Harold Jones. Don and Keith Calkins worked together on editing it, and it was published in 2015.  In 2018, shortly after their 60th wedding anniversary, his beloved Jean fell ill and died of liver cancer in November of that year.  Don’s life was never really the same. Late in life, he referred to this time as the “empty years.” The COVID pandemic did not help. In 2022, he, too, was diagnosed with cancer, acute myeloid leukemia. He took the chemo and with the single-mindedness that characterized so much of his life. He put one foot in front of another for 14 months. In mid-November 2023, after the doctors told him there was nothing else they could do, he went on hospice and passed away a month later on December 16, in his own bed, in the house he had built 50 years before.  He is survived by his three children, five grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:54:55 +0000