Obituary Number 13 __________________________________________
Dr. Robert "Bob" H. Winemiller (1935-2009) obituary sent to us by Bob's wife of
51-years, Norma Winemiller.
Robert Harold Winemiller, M.D., 74, died on Oct. 14, 2009, at his home in Rochester.
Dr. Winemiller was born on May 27, 1935, in Chicago, and grew up in Elmhurst, Ill. In 1956, he graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind., where he met Norma Louise Hawkinson. The two were married in 1958 in Chicago. In 1961, Dr. Winemiller graduated from the University of Chicago School of Medicine; he also received a master's degree in pathology from the University of Chicago. He received further training, specializing in nephrology, at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and the Cleveland Clinic.
From 1965 to 1967, he served as a captain in the United States Army and was stationed at Fort Lawton, in Seattle. In 1968, he moved to Marshfield, Wis., where he practiced nephrology at the Marshfield Clinic until his retirement in 1993. In 2006, he and Norma moved to Rochester.
In addition to his medical practice, Dr. Winemiller had numerous lifelong avocational interests. He was a voracious reader, skilled gardener, enthusiastic bread baker, and amateur woodworker. He took special delight in designing and making toys for his grandchildren. He devoted countless hours to tending his collection of orchids. He also enjoyed music and travel, and frequently planned trips to music programs and festivals around the country.
Dr. Winemiller was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Ready Winemiller and Kathryn Burdette (Vandement) Winemiller. He is survived by his wife, Norma, and their four children and families: Kristen Winemiller and partner Lisa Maxfield of Portland, Ore.; David Winemiller, spouse Khristine Winemiller, and grandchildren Jessica, Jacqueline and Jasmine of Marshfield, Wis.; John Winemiller and partner Robert Hinde of Knoxville, Tenn.; and Mark Winemiller, spouse Shelly Winemiller, and grandchildren Julia, Samuel and Isaac of Rochester. He is also survived by his sister, Kay Vasey of Albuquerque, N.M., and her daughter, Beth Meyer, and grandchildren, Jacob and Kathryn, of Henderson, Nev.
The family plans to hold a celebration of Dr. Winemiller's life in Spring 2010, with committal at the Hillside Cemetery in Marshfield.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to support myeloma cancer research at either the Mayo Clinic, Department of Development, 200 1st St. S.W., Rochester, MN 55905; or the Marshfield Clinic, Development Department, 1000 N. Oak Ave., Marshfield, WI 54449.
Obituary Number 14-A
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Jane Whitney's
(1934-2010) obituary was found by Punky Stevens, York
'52, and appears here below.
Her smile was the most affectious thing about her that is recalled now by all
who knew her...
Obituary Number 14-B __________________________________________
Bert V. Robins (1935-2020)
Bert began "his perfect sail" after passing of pneumonia on July 13, 2020 in Hospice at Sunrise-Naperville, IL. at 85.
He led a happy, full life serving his country, family, company, and community. He was an Eagle Scout at age 12 always
living by its Oath and Laws. Raised in Elmhurst, IL he attended York High School and Miami University of Ohio.
He served on a minesweeper after graduating from Navy OCS. Bert worked for Chicago Rawhide, SKF in sales and
marketing for 38 years ending as EVP International Sales. He was a scout leader, church supporter, homeless shelter
chaperon, and loved music, painting, and sailing. Preceding him in death was his wife, Jane Whitney Robins --- also of
York H.S. --- and his daughter, Cara Robins and survivors are his brother, Jim Robins, son, Thomas Robins,
granddaughter, Alexandria Robins, and step-daughters, Wendy Zardzin and Karen Grayheck. He donated his body to
medical research - no funeral or grave. His spirit continues with all who knew him...
Now this from a classmate at York H.S. --- H. Bruce Downey:---
"I did not personally know Bert while we were together at York H.S. Bert came to York in our third year --- 1950-1951 ---
and while at York he enjoyed art. Later, at several of our Class Reunions, Bert made the drawings for our covers relating
to these Reunions. He was an exceptional artist. On behalf of the entire Class of 1952 of York H.S. I wish to pay Bert
our highest respect and honor for a lifetime well spent. And if anyone wants to add anything either here at this website ---
or at Legacy.com representing all his final arrangements --- they may do so by either e-mailing me @ hdowney@vt.edu ---
or by going to Legacy.com --- to be found by going to:--- Legacy.com
Now this from another classmate at York H.S. --- Dawn Benson Corley:---
"Bert and Jane visited us in Flagstaff AZ and Bert painted a water color of our home --- which we later made into
stationery note cards. I know Bert also did work for the Elmhurst IL Library --- he was very talented. We had lost
track of Bert --- so we appreciate your keeping us all up-dated. ...Dawn"
Obituary Number 15 __________________________________________
Marge R. Schwarz's (1934-2010) obituary was found by Tom
Hodge, York '52, and appears here below...
Marjorie "Marge" R. Schwarz: This from her daughter, Laura Schwarz, in the 60th Reunion Book of the York Class of 1952:--------
"I regret to inform you that my mother passed away on December 6, 2010. Some of her most treasured moments were attending the York Reunions.
I hope that she will be remembered with kindness and laughter. God Bless all who read this.--- Laura Schwarz
Obituary Number 16 __________________________________________
Barbara J. Strachan McMurry's (1934-2012) obituary was found by Phyliss Durham, York '52, and appears here below...
Obituary Number 17 __________________________________________
Kenneth Eichenberger's (1934-2019) obituary was found by H. Bruce Downey, York '52, and appears here below...
Kenneth Bert Eichenberger, 85, died peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, at his home in Billings, following a yearlong battle with Peritoneal Mesothelioma cancer.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara (Bennett) Eichenberger; his son, Bob Eichenberger and wife Bonnie (Zuck) Eichenberger, and their children Abby and Charlie; his daughter, Carrie York and husband William York, and their children Bill and Peter; his daughter, Robin Nelson and husband Arne Nelson, and their children Catey and Courtney; his brother-in-law, Garry Bennett and wife Sonja; his sister-in-law, Florrie Bennett; his cousins, Lucille Bouton and Beverly Konicek; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Dick and brother-in-law Bill Bennett.
Born and raised in Elmhurst, Illinois, in what he called “the best of times” to Lucille and Clarence Eichenberger, Ken was a charmer from birth. At 10, he and his buddy snuck out of the house, took the train into the city, and then caught the L to Wrigley Field (the Cubs lost). Upon Ken’s return, his unsuspecting mother asked, “Did you have a nice day, Kenny?” and the next morning his teacher said she sure hoped he was feeling better.
Following a two-year service with the military, Ken returned to the University of Arizona, where he saw Barbara at the library for the first time. He asked his buddies, “Who is that beautiful girl?” They were married a year later. Ken graduated from Arizona with a degree in Finance. He completed his final dissertation on Inland Steel Corporation, then walked into their Chicago HQ’s asking for an interview and walked out with a decade-long career with Inland spanning Chicago, New York City, and Dayton, Ohio.
Ken had a fabulous wit and always put family first. He moved the family to Billings in 1969, bought Northwestern Auto Supply Company with his brother-in-law Garry and ran the business for 20 years. After a year of failed retirement, Ken and Barb opened a travel agency and traveled the country. He loved fishing on the East Rosebud at the family cabin in Roscoe, skiing with family at their condo in Park City, Utah, golfing at Laurel Golf Course, and serving as an active member of First Presbyterian Church.
He loved being the Patriarch of our family and adored his grandchildren. Whether it was teaching them to jitterbug or golf, or surprising every grandchild with silver dollars on their birthdays, he found time to get to know each one. At our last Christmas together at the beach, he went around the dinner table telling each grandchild what he felt their special and unique gift was to him. His love and devotion have grounded and shaped our family and will remain with us forever. Everyone who knew Ken said that he made them feel special.
The family wishes to thank everyone who has offered prayers and sent love and cards our way. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friendship House and First Presbyterian Church.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at First Presbyterian Church, 2420 13th St. West.
Condolences may be made at
http://www.michelottisawyers.com.
Here is what I had to say at the Funeral Director's website ---
...
H. Bruce Downey says:
September 10, 2019 at 11:44 am
I probably know Ken from as far back as anyone — for we went all through grade school at Hawthorne Elementary
in Elmhurst, IL in the early 1940’s — then on to Hawthorne Jr. High School — and finally to York H.S. — graduating
together in 1952. Ken was always a fun-loving kind of guy deserving of the very best life has to offer. May Ken now
rest in the peace he so richly deserves — and in speaking for the remainder of the York Class of ’52 — we offer our
condolences to Ken’s family. Ö.H. Bruce Downey, York ’52Ö
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Obituary Number 18 __________________________________________
Duane Howard McCartney's (1935-2019) obituary was found by
H. Bruce Downey, York'52, and appears here below...
Duane Howard McCartney, 84 of Sanford passed away Friday, September 13, 2019. A Memorial service will be held
at 12:00pm Thursday, September 19 at Cool Springs Baptist Church.
Duane was born on January 5, 1935 in Kankakee, IL, son of the late Howard Albert Fay McCartney and LaVona
Vivian Brinkman McCartney. He was preceded in death by a brother, Rodney McCartney and an uncle, Paul
Gresham. Duane was a graduate of the University of Northern Colorado and worked with the University of North
Carolina at Greensboro for many years. He was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, a member of the American Legion and Cool Springs Baptist Church.
Duane is survived by his wife, Nancy Denny McCartney; son, Matthew McCartney (Judy) of Richmond, VA;
daughters, Shauna Leinbach of Glendale, WI and Kristen McCartney of Rochester, NY; grandchildren, Rebecca
McCartney, Virginia McCartney, Micah Leinbach, and Joelle Leinbach; a brother, Brian McCartney (Lydia) of
Charlotte; and a sister in law, Darlene McCartney of Virginia Beach, VA.
The family will greet friends beginning at 11:00am Thursday at Cool Springs Baptist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172.
Here are my comments posted in the Guest Book at
where I found Duane's obituary:---
"...And shine it Duane did --- for he shined it on me..."
And here are a couple of anecdotes submitted by Duane's classmates at York HS:
The first is this one --- from Carroll Knight, also York '52:---
"Another one is gone. Duane was on my wrestling team. He was 130 pounds. He used to travel from N.C. to Chicago to see
a family member. Then he would drive to my home in Michigan on his way home. Always very upbeat." ...Carroll Knight, York '52****
Then this one --- from myself, , H. Bruce Downey, also York '52:---
As a spring sport, Duane and I played tennis for York. I remember one meet in particular.
We were at Riverside Brookfield (R-B) and we were in a rain-delay waiting to play our match.
We were expected to stay with our group --- but Duane and I decided we'd go see the Brookfield Zoo in the rain.
But the zoo was closed because of the rain. So we climbed the fence and jumped down inside the Zoo.
We were the only ones walking around. Soon enough the rain stopped --- soo we figured we'd better get back.
And so we did. But our coach --- Mr. Kunze, the York physics teacher --- was really mad at us for wandering off like we had
--- for our tennis match with R-B had been called-off --- and he wanted to get on home.
Still, Duane and I saw the Brookfield Zoo in the rain --- and how many of us can say that ?...H. Bruce Downey, York '52****
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...and as presented by Duane's daughter --- Shauna McCartney Leinbach ---
on the occasion of Veterans Day, November 11, 2020 --- a photograph of Duane's gravesite:
Obituary Number 19 __________________________________________
Margaret Zaroogian (1935-2021) obituary was found by
a friend of all York '52 --- Bert Munson --- who is the former Chief of The Elmhurst Police Department --- and still lives in Elmhurst. Margaret's obituary appears here immediately below...
