ARCSE-IN MEMORIAM Alphabetical

ALL, Sorted Alphabetically	Year	In Memoriam, Alphabetically
Abbott	2018	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Everett Loyd Abbott (98) of Katy, Texas passed away on June 13, 2018. Everett was born in Bradshaw, TX. He graduated from Bradshaw High School, as well as Sul Ross State College with a BS degree in 1950. Everett married Pansy Woods on May 28, 1943 and to this union came three children. He proudly served in the Army and was a World War II veteran. Everett was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Bryan. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1979 as an RC&D Coordinator. Everett was much loved and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Pansy Woods Abbott and is survived by his daughter, Donna (Gene) Easterly of Katy; sons, Bob (Kathy) Abbott of Austin, and Bill (Lynn) Abbott of Irving; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, and five siblings including his brother James Abbott of Temple who also retired from SCS, and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church of Bryan.
Abbott	2014	Virginia Law Abbott of Bryan, Texas passed away on July 23, 2014. She was born in in Vienna, MO. She married William Law in 1943. Virginia considered her greatest accomplishments in life to have been raising three wonderful children, six grandchildren, and one great grandson. She was raised in Vienna, Cedar City, and Jefferson City, MO. In 1985 Virginia married ARCSE Member Everett Abbott of Bryan, Texas who retired from SCS in 1979 as an RC&D Coordinator. They traveled extensively enjoying their love of their motorhome and square dancing.
Ackerson	2017	Honorary Life Member Ken Ackerson (98) passed away at John Knox Village in Pompano Beach, Florida on December 3, 2017. He would have celebrated his 99^th birthday on December 11, 2017. Ken was born on the family homestead in Holmdel, New Jersey. He began playing piano for the Dutch Reformed Church of Keyport, NJ at age 11 and by the time he graduated from college he was the Church’s regular. His interest in agriculture continued when he enrolled in Rutgers College and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture in 1941. He joined the USDA Soil Conservation Service following college, then entered the Army prior to the start of World War II. He married Charlotte Zucker, literally “the girl next door,” in 1943 while in uniform. Ken served as a military intelligence officer with the Army Corps of Engineers at Camp Ritchie, MD, as well as in the Philippines, rising to the rank of Captain by the time his service concluded at the end of World War II. Following the war, Ken resumed his career as a soil scientist with the Soil Conservation Service, taking assignments in Delaware and Cobleskill, NY. In 1955, Ken and Charlotte were transferred to the Washington, D.C., area where Ken continued to work for the Department of Agriculture. As a specialist in world soils, Ken traveled to Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa for his work with the World Soil Map Project. They became members of the Silver Spring United Presbyterian Church, where Ken became the organist. They continued to reside in Silver Spring until Ken’s retirement from the government after 44 years of service in 1985. Ken and Charlotte soon moved to Florida. As work took him to new places, he always found a church home that could benefit from his talents on the organ. He continued to play the organ for various services until he was 96. Ken is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Jeffrey and Sharon Ackerson, and Neal and Renee Ackerson; by daughters and sons-in-law Sandra and John Goddard, and Virginia and Chuck Flynn; by 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Charlotte, his wife of 69 years, passed away in 2012. The family requests donations to the Columbarium Fund of the First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach in lieu of flowers.
Bacon	2006	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Samuel "Sam" Rankin Bacon (106) of Cookeville, Tennessee passed away on September 9, 2006 in his sleep at his Cookeville home. He was born in Glencoe, Maryland and grew up on a dairy farm there. Friends remember Bacon for his independence and active life, as well as his generosity toward a variety of community projects. He was delivering meals on wheels to people when he was over 100. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 1924 with a degree in agriculture. Sam’s career in agriculture was very beneficial to farmers, beginning in 1928 and continuing through 1963 as a soil conservationist for the federal Department of Agriculture in Soil Science and Soil Conservation. He worked in 10 states. After his retirement from soil conservation, Bacon worked for the next 30 years distributing small items to retail stores. He and his late wife, Reba, were instrumental in establishing the Cumberland Art Society, and for more than 17 years, he delivered Meals on Wheels to the homebound elderly, many of whom were younger than he was. His family includes two daughters, Janet Baggett of Nashville and Suzanne Bacon of Clinton, MD; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Reba Bacon; a brother and two sisters.
Balkan	2013	Peter L. Balkan (86) passed away December 31, 2013, in Mission, Texas. He worked as a civil engineer in North Dakota and retired as the State Irrigation Engineer in 1976. He is survived by his wife Lilli (Anderson) who he married in May 2004; four daughters: Lore Cunningham, Shady Spring, WV; Shelley Balkan Grant (Peter), Kasson, MN; Petrice Balkan (Greg), Lake Maud, MN; and Kristen Bringgold (John), Lakeville, MN; two stepchildren, Richard Anderson, Detroit Lakes, MN and Tula Smajstrla, Fredericksburg, TX; a sister, nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and one on the way. He was preceded in death by his first wife Sylvia in 2001. The family would like memorials sent to Legacy Hospice, 3607 Plantation Grove, Mission, TX.
Ball	2016	Lemuel Franklin Ball, Jr. (91) of Claremont, Oklahoma passed away on February 28, 2016, at home. He was born on the family farm in LeFlore County, Oklahoma. Following high school graduation at age 16, he joined the U.S. Army. During World War II, Lem served overseas in the First Calvary Division of the Army. Upon his return from service in 1946, he enrolled in Oklahoma A&M College where he completed a Bachelor’s in Agriculture and later received his Master’s in Agriculture, then OSU. On August 19, 1950, Lem and Margie Lou Priegel were married. Following college, he worked in seed stores in Enid and Oklahoma City. He then taught in the Agronomy Department at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M and worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Bureau of Reclamation. And later he worked for the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), which is what he wanted to do all along. As a career employee of the SCS, Lem worked in many places including Okemah, Poteau, Claremore, and Okmulgee, retiring in 1980. Through the years, Lem even served as Secretary, Vice-President, and President of the Oklahoma Baptist Historical Society. He is survived by his son-in-law, Rex Fry of Claremore; his three granddaughters, and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife, Margie Lou (Priegel) Ball; and children James Ball and Virginia Ann (Ball) Fry.
Ball	2002	Gene Ball passed away July 4, 2002. He was the husband of Betty Ball. Betty retired in 1988 as Area Clerk at Parkersburg, WV. Betty is the ARSCSE State Representative for WV.
Bannister	2006	Donald Bannister (86) passed away June 29, 2006. His career spanned 30 years and he served in several locations in ND. His final position was as the State Soil Scientist. He retired in 1976. His wife Thelma died in 1986.
Barber	2014	Norina Barber (91) of Harrisburg, PA, passed away on April 28, 2014 at the Forest Park Nursing Home in Carlisle. She will be remembered as a clerk in the Harrisburg SCS State Office, retiring in 1988. She is survived by two brothers and a sister.
Barbre	2000	Eddie Lee Barbre passed away May 21, 2000 in Stillwater, OK. He retired from the NRCS in 1988 as an Engineer on the Watershed Planning Staff.
Barby	2009	Sandy Barby (64) passed away May 13, 2009. Sandy worked for SCS in the NNTC. She is survived by her mother with whom she lived and by a brother in Florida. Cards and notes may be sent to her mother, Ella Barby, 89 Lawrence Avenue, Sharon Hill, PA 19079.
Barclay	2009	Martha M. Barclay (93) passed away September 4, 2009. She is survived by husband Woodrow H. Barclay of Grand Rapids, MI who retired as the area conservationist at Grand Rapids in 1980. Also surviving are: son, John H. Barclay who retired as the district conservationist at Centreville, MI in 2007; daughters Karen Kussmaul and Kristen Lee; and 14 grandchildren one of whom is Brian Barclay, district conservationist at Bryan, OH.
Barefoot	2017	Senior Conservationist Stanley O. Barefoot (92) of Raleigh, North Carolina passed away on April 19, 2017. Stanley retired December 31, 1984 as Planning Engineer on the Watershed/River Basin Planning staff, Raleigh, NC. He graduated from NC State University with Agricultural Engineering degree in 1949. He served in the US Navy 1949-1951. He began his career as the manager of the Rowan Farmers Co-Op, Salisbury, NC. In 1952 he was employed by the Southern Railway, Spencer, NC. Then he worked for the Trexler Tractor and Equipment Co., Salisbury, NC. In 1953 he started his career with the Soil Conservation Service as Area Engineer, Elizabeth City, NC. In 1956, Stanley accepted the Area Engineer position in Goldsboro, NC. In 1956 he became Construction Engineer in Rome, Georgia, and in 1960 he was the Planning Engineer on the Watershed Planning staff, Athens, Georgia. He returned to North Carolina in 1962 as Area Engineer in Goldsboro and then became Project Engineer for the Crabtree Creek Watershed project, and finally Planning Engineer on the Watershed/River Basin Planning staff. Stanley was the long-time treasurer of the SCS remembrance fund for North Carolina. Stanley was preceded in death by his wife, Ann. He is survived by three sons and three grandchildren.
Barefoot	2016	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Everette Glenn Barefoot (91) of Four Oaks, North Carolina passed away on February 14, 2016. Everette retired in 1980 with 32 years of service as Soil Conservation Technician in the Smithfield Field Office. He spent his entire career in Johnston County. After retirement he established a strawberry farm and later founded “Barefoot Hams”, one of the most respected ham-curing operations in the southeast. Everette was a WWII veteran. He enlisted in the US Army Air Corps in December 1943. He served as a nose-gunner on a B-24 with the 8^th Air Force stationed in England. He participated in over 20 bombing missions in Western Europe. Everette was awarded the Air Medal and two Oak Leaf Clusters for meritorious service with the Army Air Force. His B-24 crew of 10 maintained contact after the war and beginning in 1954 they began having annual reunions. He was the last surviving member of the crew. He was discharged as Staff Sergeant on November 19, 1945. When he returned home, he married his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 67 years, Jean Cooper Barefoot, who passed away October, 2012. Everette was an active member of the Four Oaks America Post and was a loyal and supportive member of Four Oaks United Methodist Church. Everette is survived by his two sons, Stephen Glenn Barefoot of Durham and Michael Cooper Barefoot of Chapel Hill, grandson, John Mallary Barefoot Klein of Portland, Oregon, and niece, Pamela Barefoot whom he referred to as the daughter he never had.
Barefoot	2012	Jean Cooper Barefoot (86) of Four Oaks, North Carolina passed away October 7, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Senior Conservationist Everette G. Barefoot who retired from SCS as a Soil Conservation Technician in 1980. Also surviving are two sons Stephen and Michael and one grandson. She was an active member of Four Oaks United Methodist Church where she was a member of the church choir. She worked for a number of years at the Smithfield Herald, then at Smithfield Savings and Loan, where she retired as Secretary-Treasurer in 1980.
Barela	2001	Jose "Andress" Esquipula Barela passed away during September 2001 in Albuquerque. Skip retired after 28 years with SCS and 27 years with the Algodones Water Association.
Baribeau	2011	William Baribeau (94) of Golden Valley, Minnesota, formerly of Valley City, North Dakota passed away June 28, 2011. He worked as Unit Manager in Valley City, ND from 1949 until retirement in 1979. He is survived by his son, Ken Baribeau, Fort Myers, FL; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Magdalena and his daughter, Margaret Baribeau Kopp.
Barker	2017	Stan Eugene Barker (87) passed away on July 11, 2017 in Boise, Idaho. He was born in Morning Sun, Iowa. He attended Parsons College, majoring in history and education and later attended Drake University, Des Moines, IA. His first career was teaching elementary education at Grinnell, IA. In 1959, he had an opportunity to change careers, and started working for the USDA Soil Conservation Service in Iowa City, Iowa. He retired from the SCS in 1988, as Personnel Officer for Idaho, with 31 years career service in Iowa and Mississippi, before being transferred to Idaho in 1978. During this time he spent four years in the Air Force during the Korean conflict, obtaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. Early in 1979, he met the love of his life, Lorene, in a Sunday school class at Whitney United Methodist Church in Boise. Stan and Lorene were active members of Whitney UMC their entire married life and church was very important to them. Stan became an Idaho Freemason and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in 1980. He also joined the Order of the Amaranth and was a York Rite Mason. He joined El Korah Shrine in 1980. He held many offices at the local and state level in all of these Fraternal Organizations throughout the remainder of his life, receiving numerous awards. For all his lifetime dedication to the fraternity, Stan is the only person to be awarded the title of Honorary Past Grand Master, an honor he received in 2013 from the Freemasons of Idaho. Stan is survived by his sister, Twyla Wells (Arthur) of Grinnell, Iowa; two step sons (Lorene’s sons), Jerry James (Sarah) of Boise, ID and Thomas (Lisa) of Portland, OR; two grandsons, one granddaughter, and four great grandchildren. Stan was preceded in death by his wife 36 years, Lorene, in February of 2016. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children, Fairfax Avenue & Virginia Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84103; or Whitney United Methodist Church, 3309 Overland Road, Boise, ID 83705. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.summersfuneral.com.
Barker	2009	Wesley Leroy Barker (83) of Salina, Kansas passed away July 9, 2009. Wes was a Soil Scientist for SCS, retiring in 1985. He was a graduate of Oklahoma A&M and a World War II Army veteran. He was a Meals on Wheels volunteer for 18 years and a master gardener and enjoyed being a scoutmaster, storyteller, avid photographer, golfer and fisherman. Wes was preceded in death by his first wife, Dolly Marie Wadsworth Barker, and son, Kent. He is survived by his spouse, Pamela; son, Kirby (Marla) of Topeka; stepsons, Chad Wolf of California, and Lance Hinde, of Salina; a stepdaughter and five grandchildren.
Barker	2004	Senior Conservationist Dale C. Barker (95) of Coralville, Iowa passed away November 17, 2004. Dale was a district conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1970.
Barkley	2017	Joseph Barkley (97) of Paris, Illinois passed away on May 8, 2017 in Paris Healthcare Center. Joe was born in Paris and graduated from Paris High School in 1936, was a member of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, and the Montana Historical Society. Joe retired in 1979 as a District Conservationist for the Soil Conservation Service. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served from February 4, 1942 to October 23, 1945 in WWII. He returned to Edgar County after the war and briefly resumed farming. He used the GI Bill to attend the University of Illinois, earning an agriculture degree. He was an avid reader of history, especially about the American west. He married Frances H. Honeywell Barkley in October of 1946, and she passed away April 30, 1983. He is survived by his son, Dan Barkley of Paris, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, John Barkley.
Barnard	2009	Honorary Senior Conservationist Amos Barnard (95) passed away November 24, 2009 in Stillwater, OK. He worked for the CCC Camp Co. 867 in Gunnison National Forest at Waunita Hot Springs in 1933. After farming for several years, Amos started with SCS in 1947 in Beaver, OK. In 1954, he transferred to Stillwater where he retired in September 1984 after working 37 years with SCS. He attended OK A&M part time and attained a Junior status from 1957 to 1962 in Agronomy. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Sammie; two sons, David A. Barnard of Tulsa, OK; and Ray E. Barnard of Stillwater, OK; three daughters, Rebecca A. Grimaud of Tyler, TX; Virginia L. Norrell of Tyler, TX; and Amy J. Drain of Reed Point, MT; fifteen grandchildren; and eighteen great grandchildren.
Barnes	2011	Member Marion C. Barnes (75) of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away October 11, 2011 in Mountain Home. He worked for SCS. Marion is survived by two sons: Raymond Barnes of Mountain Home, Arkansas and David (Cheryl) Barnes of Rydal, Georgia, a daughter: Gay (Eric) Bett of Mountain Home, Arkansas and five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Elizabeth Weaver Barnes. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mountain Home Christian Clinic.
Barnes	2008	Life member and Senior Conservationist John Thomas “J.T.” Barnes (86) of Milton, Florida passed away April 15, 2008. He liked to refer to his birthday as 2-22-22. He was a soil conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1980 as an area conservationist. He also served as Veterans Service Officer for Santa Rosa County from March 1983 to June, 1997. He gave outright over a quarter of a million dollars out of his own pocket directly to needy veterans and their families. John graduated from Chumuckla High School in 1941. Tall and angular, he was an athlete who excelled in basketball, his team winning the basketball state championship in 1941. Following a brief stint with the Army Corps of Engineers, John entered the Army in 1942 and served through October 25, 1946, just six days less than four years. The next year he entered the University of Florida where he earned both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in three years in the College of Agriculture from 1946 to 1949. John was presented the F Letterwinner Award for basketball in 1946. He loved his school and arranged to include the university’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences in his estate plan which establishes “The John T. Barnes Professorships Fund” in the amount of $1 million or more.
Barnes	2008	Frances Barnes passed away March 28, 2008. Frances was the wife of R. C. Barnes who retired from the National Office as Agricultural Engineer in the Engineering Division. He came to the National Office from Virginia where he was the State Conservation Engineer. R. C. passed away a number of years ago. Frances is survived by their son, Bruce. The family has asked that memorials be sent to; Central Texas Senior Ministries-Meals on Wheels, PO Box 85, Waco. TX 76703.
Barnett	2016	Helen R. Barnett (89) passed away on October 2, 2016, in Winchester, Kentucky. Helen was the wife of James L. Barnett. She is survived by her husband and one son. Helen worked in the Personnel (HR) section of the Kentucky State Office of the Soil Conservation Service, for 23 years, prior to retirement. She always wore a smile and was always ready to help. Staff in the state office lovingly referred to her as "Momma Helen."
Barnett	2015	Richard W. Barnett (91) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on September 15, 2015. He was born in Falls City. Richard worked as a civil engineer for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service, retiring in 1980. He received his professional engineer designation, and was a graduate of the University of Nebraska, served in World War II and a member of the Cathedral of the Risen Christ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Chris Barnett. He is survived by his children, Michael Barnett, Mark (Cynthia) Barnett, Paul (Janet) Barnett; grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Condolences may be left at www.bmlfh.com.
Barnett	2014	Harry Barnett (89) of Honeybrook, PA passed away on June 1, 2014. Harry worked as a Conservation Technician in the Dauphin County field office, when it was located on Locust Lane in Harrisburg. He retired in 1990 and became very active in the Twin Valleys Fire Co. He was Chief of the Fire Police at one time and Chief of the Ambulance Unit at another time. Harry is survived by his wife and three sons.
Barrett	2010	James G. Barrett (79) of Portland, Oregon passed away July 18, 2010. James retired from SCS as a resource inventory specialist at the West National Technical Center in 1994 after having served on the California staff and as the district conservationist in Clearlake, California. James is survived by his daughter Floris M.; and son James G. Jr.
Barton	2014	Arlin J. Barton (92) of Russellville, Kentucky passed away on June 13, 2014 after a short illness. Arlin was soil scientist with the Soil Conservation Service for over 35 years, retiring in 1988, and volunteered as an Earth Team volunteer in the Russellville Field Office for 20 years.
Base	2007	Steve Richard “Dick” Base passed away April 30, 2007. Dick retired in 1994 from the National Soil Survey Center as the correlator for the western United States. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, sons Daniel, Stephen, and Michael, step children Debra, Dana, Davis, Darin 21 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Basham	2017	Ralph Basham (78) of Madisonville, Kentucky passed away on October 11, 2017 at his home. He was born in Breckinridge County, KY and retired as a Construction Inspector for the Soil Conservation Service. He was a member of Victory Church. He is survived by his wife, Juanita (Goodman) Basham; two daughters, Rhonda of Madisonville, KY, and Rena (Paul) of Hopkinsville, KY, two sons, Don (Paula) of Bowling Green, KY, and Russell (Dawana) of Mississippi, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Don Basham, Ralph’s son, worked for NRCS, but transferred to the IT organization when it evolved.
Basinger	2010	Senior Conservationist Robert H. Basinger (84) passed away April 27, 2010. Bob was a retired SCS District Conservationist. Bob was DC in Saline County from 1966 – 1981. He served on the Saline County Soil and Water Conservation District Board from 1980 until his death, serving as director for ten years. He served in World War II in the Army's Civil Air Patrol. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Sally Basinger of Eldorado; a daughter, Teresa Basinger of Murphysboro; and two grandchildren. In addition to his wife Catherine, he was preceded in death by a son, Charles Dean Basinger; and a daughter, Carol Ann Basinger. For those who desire, memorials may be made to St. Mary's Church. Online condolences may be made at the Internet site www.watsonfuneralhome.net.
Bassett	2003	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Lawrence B. Bassett of Gainesville, Florida passed away on November 13, 2003, the day after his 92nd birthday. Lawrence retired from the Soil Conservation as an engineer in 1972. His wife Charlotte predeceased him by five years. She died on July 6, 1998. Lawrence and Charlotte are survived by their four children and numerous grandchildren.
Basu	2017	Dr. Arun C. Basu (85) of Herndon, Virginia passed away on September 26, 2017, leaving behind his wife, Sipra Basu of 60 years of a happy marriage and a wonderful son, Arnab Mark Basu. Arun came to the United States in 1962 and built up a spectacular career in the service of the USDA, serving as the Director of the Social Sciences Division for the Soil Conservation Service, and retired at the age of 75 in the Senior Executive Service of the government of the United States of America. His career is filled with spectacular achievements in the education field and a service dedicated to the benefit of mankind. He left his brother and a sister and a great many friends all over the world.
Batchelor	2011	Elsie Edna Clara Batchelor (82) of Bozeman, Montana passed away November 11, 2011. Elsie is survived by her loving husband Ron, who retired from SCS, four children and eight grandchildren. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, people consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association at 3010 11th Ave. North, Billings, MT, 59101.
Batchelor	2003	Senior Conservationist Paul R. Batchelor (90) of Hillsville, Virginia passed away December 13, 2003. Paul was at district conservationist with SCS at the time of his retirement in 1976.
Baten	2012	Pauline "Skip" Baten (83) of Enola, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on November 1, 2012. Skip was a graduate of Catholic High in Harrisburg and worked for SCS in Harrisburg in the administrative/personnel section. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack Baten and a son, Jack, Jr. and grandson, John. Surviving is a son, two daughters, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bishop McDevitt Building Fund 2200 Market St., Harrisburg, PA 17103.
Bathurst	2016	Senior Conservationist Verne Milo Bathurst (92) of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on December 26, 2016. Born on a farm outside a small town on the eastern edge of Kansas’ Flint Hills, he translated his experience with the Dust Bowl, Great Depression, modern medicine, and WW II, into a successful lifetime career in the USDA's Soil Conservation Service (since renamed the Natural Resources Conservation Service). His elementary education was in a classic one-room schoolhouse. As a teenager, Verne nearly succumbed to pneumonia. Standing within earshot of his sick bed, the physician told his parents he doubted Verne could survive, but he had heard of a new drug that might have promise fighting lung infections. After a discussion, they decided to spend the $20, and the drug was ordered from Kansas City. It traveled overnight on the train to Emporia, then 20 miles by car to town, and finally five miles by bulldozer through a blizzard to the farm. It proved the cure. That drug was sulfa. Upon graduating second in a class of five from Admire High School, Mr. Bathurst enlisted in the Army Air Force, training as navigator for B25 aircraft, although reassignments meant he never left US soil. The GI Bill enabled him to graduate from Kansas State University in three years, majoring in Natural Resource Conservation, and joined the SCS directly upon graduating. His career in the SCS began with assignments as District Conservationist in many rural Kansas towns, assisting local farmers in laying out contours, waterways, and retention ponds, to control erosion. In later years, his career took him to the head of the Michigan SCS, the youngest person in the history of the SCS to achieve that rank. He was then sent to Harvard for his Masters in Public Administration. After a long stint at the Service's HQ in Washington, DC, as a top-level administrator, he returned to the state level as SCS Chief in Arizona, until his retirement in 1988. Verne is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carolyn Ilene Anderson Bathurst of Miller KS, three children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Batie	1997	J. Russel Batie passed away June 18, 1997. He was Supervisor Wheeler-Case Project and was located in NE. He worked on the Mirage Flats Irrigation Project.
Baum	2010	Senior Conservationist Robert Combs Baum (85) of Salem, Oregon passed away October 20, 2010 after battling a recurrence of cancer. After graduating as valedictorian at Union High School, he entered the Navy for 2 1/2 years, training as a naval air cadet. Following the end of WWII, Robert enrolled at Oregon State College (now University) where he earned a degree in Agricultural Economics. Over the years he sang and yodeled at many family occasions as well as many conferences and community events. Robert worked 41 years in the field of soil and water conservation, including 19 years as Director of the Oregon State Soil and Water Conservation Commission, and 20 years as Pacific Region Representative of the National Association of Conservation Districts, covering seven states. Among other honors, he was awarded the American Motors National Conservation Award and the Distinguished Service Award of the Oregon Association of Conservation Districts. Robert was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Phyllis in 2006. He is survived by his daughters, Bonnie Finley (Mike) of Prineville, Susan Ziolko (Mike) of Oregon City, and Michele Gwinup (Michael) of Bend; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Visit www.bobbaum.com for details and to share memories.
Baum	2006	Phyllis Baum (79) passed away August 21, 2006. Phyllis was the wife of Bob Baum. Bob a retired SWCS employee and has been an Associate Member of ARSCSE for many years. She is survived by her husband, 4 daughters, six grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to Salem YMCA, 685 Court NE, Salem, OR 97301 or Willamette Valley Hospice, 1015 3^rd St. N.W., Salem, OR 97304.
Baum	2006	Robert Baum (74) passed away February 3, 2006. Bob retired in 1991 as the State Range Conservationist in Idaho in 1991. After retiring he returned to his home town of Tecumseh, NE where he was an active Earth Team volunteer. He is survived by a son, Greg, a daughter, Sonja, and a grandson. Memorials may be sent to the family’s choice, in care of Glen Baum, 61556 722 Rd, Tecumseh, NE 68450-8426.
Baxley	2005	Walt Baxley passed away in TX from complications following colon surgery (May 2005). His wife, Bernelle, a son and 2 grandchildren survive. Bernelle's address is 5608 Waltham, Ft Worth, TX 76133
Bayles	2013	Member Gordon Blaine Bayles (76) of Morgantown (Stewartstown), West Virginia passed away on April 1, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, SC. Blaine graduated West Virginia University and was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He retired in 1994 as geologist with the Soil Conservation. He was a hunter and gardner. He is survived by four sons: Steven Lee of Orlando, FL, David (Kristen) Bayles of Morgantown, Daniel (Courtney) Bayles of Morgantown, and William (Shelia) Bayles of Longview, TX; three daughters-all of Morgantown: Sheirl Fletcher, Sharon Offutt, and Donna (John) Messiora; and thirteen grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Glenna Byrle Everly Bayles, April 13, 1998. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.spearfuneralhome.net.
Beachler	2002	Senior Conservationist Orville L. Beachler (85) of Hillsdale, Michigan passed away July 24, 2002. He was a soil conservation technician with SCS, retiring in 1979.
Bean	2006	Senior Conservationist James W. Bean (85) passed away recently (Oct 06). Jim retired from the Watershed Planning Division in the National Office in Feb. 1976. His wife, Myrtie, survives as well as 4 sons, William, Gary, Robert, and Andrew, 2 daughters, Cynthia, Donna, and Marcia, and 15 grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to Center United Methodist Church, c/o Ruth Knepper, 862 Drifting Lane, Hustontown, PA 17229. Condolences can be sent to Myrtie Bean, 3625 Brook St., Greencastle, PA 17225.
Beard	2012	Life Member Mona Fay Beard (81) of Bloomington, Maryland passed away at Frostburg Village Nursing Home on June 29, 2012. She attended Catherman’s Business School, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Graduate School and George Washington University, majoring in Business Administration. She retired in 1986 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture having served 35 years with the Agricultural Research Service and the Soil Conservation Service. At the time of her retirement, she was in charge of employee development nationwide for SCS. Before entering the federal government services, Miss Beard worked as a secretary at Westvaco. Among many other awards, in 1984 she received a superior award for the development of the Soil Conservation Service’s Water Quality Training program. Mona was an active member of numerous civic and professional organizations. She was honored in “Who’s Who of American Women”. She is survived by her brother, Harry Ray Beard, a niece, Brenda (Dann) Herndon, great-nephew, Andrew Herndon and family, all of Keyser, WV.
Beauchamp	1992	Keith H. Beauchamp passed away February 29, 1992. He was a Drainage and Irrigation Engineer and was located in EWP Units in Milwaukee and Lincoln.
Beck	2015	Louis Carson "Lou" Beck (75) of Hawley, Pennsylvania passed away on March 6, 2015, at Geisinger-Community Medical Center, Scranton. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, the former Beverly Ann Cushman. Born in Plainfield, NJ, Lou was an Army veteran and served during the Vietnam War. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in agronomy from Delaware College of Science and Agriculture. He was an agronomist with the Soil Conservation Service and worked as the District Conservationist in Pike/Wayne Soil Conservation District until his retirement in 1994. However, he best loved to work at the Trading Post/Whatknots, the business he owned with his wife Bev. In addition to his wife, Lou is survived by two daughters, one son, and four grandchildren. To leave a condolence, visit www.TeetersFuneralChapel.com.
Beck	2012	Honorary Senior Conservationist and member Roy Richard Beck (92) passed away July 2, 2012. Roy was a native of Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and was a 1942 graduate of Penn State University. He served as an officer in the United States Navy during WWII. Roy spent most of his SCS/NRCS career in North Carolina. He served as District Conservationist in the Waynesville Field Office and transferred to Greenville, NC in 1962 where he served as District Conservationist until his retirement in 1979. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Greenville and the Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rosalie Tadych Beck; two daughters, Kathy Beck and Tina Provenzale. Roy is survived by his wife of 6 years, Lib Rhodes Beck; son, Tom (Leta) Beck of Winterville, NC; daughters, Nancy Wheeler of Greenville, and Mary Jo (Joseph) Walker of Belle Glade, FL; eight grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.
Beckwith	2008	Levi Beckwith (88) passed away May 26, 2008. Levi was an Administrative Clerk in the State Office in North Carolina when he retired in 1981. He is survived by his wife, Hattie; daughter, Gwendolyn Talley; son, Gregory; 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Becwar	2014	Francis Joseph Becwar (75) of Montello, Wisconsin passed away January 5, 2014. He worked a total of 35 years as a soil conservation technician for the Soil Conservation Service, retiring in September of 1993. Being outdoors was his favorite place to be. Francis leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Janice, two daughters, four grandchildren as well as one great-grandson. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family. www.CrawfordFH.com.
Begnoche	2010	Gary M. Begnoche (64) and his wife of 37 years, Ellen R. Begnoche (61), passed away on January 7, 2010 in New Cambria, Kansas. Gary attended Ft. Hays State and graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Agriculture Engineering. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Iwo Jima. He worked for SCS in Manhattan, Winfield, El Dorado, Frankfort, and Dodge City. He retired as Agriculture Engineer in the Salina Office in 2006. Gary was serving as the ARCSE Representative for Kansas. Ellen worked part time and was a housewife and mother who enjoyed her children and grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters: Robyn Begnoche, Salina, KS and Stacey Owen, Concordia, KS and four grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 2:00 PM at the Wesleyan Church in Miltonvale, Kansas. Memorials can be made to Gary and Ellen Begnoche memorial fund to be designated later.
Behn	2010	Senior Conservationist Ernest "Ernie" E. Behn (93) of Boone, Iowa passed away May 13, 2010. Ernie was the District Conservationist at the Boone County F.O. at the time of retirement in 1974. He served in the Army Air Force during WWII. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Husbandry at Iowa State University in 1940. Ernie is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marvel A. Behn of Boone; his children, Connie Lee Tadlock (Charles) of Peru, Iowa; Dennis E. Behn (Connie A.) of Elizabeth, Colorado; Jerry Behn (Dennise) of Boone, Iowa; Rebecca Behn Cowan (Mark) of Detroit, Texas; 15 grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established for the Trinity Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.walter-schroederfuneralhome.com.
Beichley	2015	Aline Flo Beichley (95) of Salina, Kansas passed away on January 29, 2015. She was the spouse of Koath Evan Beichley who retired as a Contract Specialist with the Soil Conservation Service in the Kansas State Office in 1974. Koath passed away in 1985. Aline is survived by a son and two grandsons. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Beieler	2009	Vern E. Beieler passed away March 9, 2009. Vern was the retired soil scientist at the Wenatchee Field Office in Washington.
Beinig	2004	Senior Conservationist Clarence B. Breinig (91) passed away some time before May of 2004. Clarence retired in April 1973 as the State Soil Scientist for Tennessee.
Bell	2016	Benny Bell, Jr. (83) of Clarksville, Tennessee passed away January 6, 2016. He was born in Natchez, MS. He retired from the U.S. Army and the State of Kentucky. He was an active member of Concord Missionary Baptist Church. He was a District Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Service in Metcalfe County, Kentucky for a brief time. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife D'Ella Bell; sons Malcolm Bell Fort Stevens, Calvin Bell Springfield, IL and Aaron Bell Hazel Crest, IL; three sisters; five brothers; and four grandchildren.
Bell	2015	Senior Conservationist Elbert LeRoy Bell (93) of Sedan, Kansas passed away at the Masonic Home in Wichita, Kansas, on September 8, 2015. Elbert was born on a farm in Washington County, Kansas. He attended Kansas State University and graduated in 1949 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy, majoring in soils with a minor in economics. He took graduate studies at Cornell University and the United States Department of Agriculture. After graduation he moved to Ottawa, KS, where he had his first job with the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) and later holding posts in Osage City, Atwood, and Colby before moving to Sedan in 1962. During this time Elbert served for nine years as a Methodist Youth sponsor. He also provided sermons every 4^th Sunday for the Niotaze Methodist Church. He authored four books for the SCS on soil types with one focused on Chautauqua County. In 1971, he was transferred to Fort Scott, KS, where he retired in 1979 as a soil survey party leader. In 1983, he and Eleanor moved back to Sedan, KS where they lived until 2015 as active members of the local community. In his young adulthood, Elbert was assigned to the CANOL project in the southeastern part of Alaska, Yukon, and Northwest Territories of Canada for 15 months. He worked as a carpenter on construction work under extreme working conditions in arctic weather. He also was a heavy diesel equipment operator for 18 months on the island of Shemya, on outer end of the Aleutian chain. Elbert was very proud that he was a 32^nd degree Mason and Shriner. Elbert is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eleanor; his son, James and wife Wilma Bell of Belknap; daughter, Sandra Bell of Scottsdale, Arizona; and daughter, Deborah and husband Jerry Sturm of Englewood, Colorado. He also leaves six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Bell	2009	Senior Conservationist Arthur L. Bell (86) passed away Jan. 2, 2009. Arthur retired in Dec. 1979 as Conservation Agronomist in Texas. He is survived by his wife, Martha; son, Terry; daughter Sherry Isbell; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the Temple Public Library.
Bender	2002	Senior Conservationist William “Bill” Bender (89) passed away at the home of his daughter on November 22, 2002. Bill retired as Assistant Director of Soil Survey Interpretations in June 1972. Bill mapped soils in numerous states. He served as the supervisor of the Coshocton Training Center for 6 years. He also spent 18 months as an advisor to Israel under the auspices of the United Nations. He is survived by his daughter, Dee Quinn.
Bender	1999	Senior Conservationist Edwin J. Bender (92) of Chaska, Minnesota passed away November 6, 1999. He was a soil conservation technician with SCS, retiring in 1966. He served in the United States Army Sixth Infantry Division during World War II.
Bennett	2018	Otis Bennett (83) of Owasso, Oklahoma passed away on March 12, 2018. Otis retired as an RC&D Coordinator for the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Bennett	2014	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist James Stephen Bennett (94) of Cape Coral, Florida passed away on May 5, 2014. He graduated from WVU with a B.S. Degree in Agriculture. Following active duty with the Army Air Force, he was employed in Ohio by the USDA Soil Conservation Service as Assistant State Conservationist. Jim served as the first president for the Ohio SCS Retirees. He was appointed as State Conservationist in West Virginia in 1970. Jim received the highest honor in a Fellow Recognition by the SCS, the USDA Superior Service Award for Rural Development, was first President of the Alumni Association for the College of Agriculture and Forestry, and served as Chairman of the WVU Rural Progress Organization. He received the Distinguished Alumnus Award for the West Virginia University College of Agriculture and Forestry. Jim and Naomi retired to Cape Coral, FL in 1977. For his leadership and work on conservation and the environment in Cape Coral, Jim was nominated by Kiwanis as a candidate for Cape Coral Citizen of the Year in 2003. He is survived by his loving wife, Naomi Lee of 71 years; daughters, Judy Chester, Marjorie Stephens; and son, Stephen Bennett (Karen); six grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Condolences to family may be sent to www.rutherfordfuneralhome.com
Bennett	2013	Senior Conservationist and Member Quentin Preston Bennett (87) of Riverton, WV (formerly of Bridgeport, WV) passed away January 7, 2013. He was an infantryman during WWII in Patton's 4^th Armored Division and was wounded during the Battle of the Bulge. His military awards include the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1952, the first in his family to graduate from college. He married Joy Cooper Bennett of Dry Fork, WV in 1954 and raised three sons. He retired in 1990 as a District Conservationist with SCS. After the death of his first wife Joy in 1993, Quentin married Roberta (Harper) Weese of Riverton, WV in 1999. In addition to his wife, Mr. Bennett is survived by his three sons, Bradley Quentin (Debbie) Bennett of Clarksburg, WV; Jeffrey Dixon (Janie) Bennett of Pueblo West, CO, and Dr. T. Preston (Gabriela) Bennett of Arlington, VA; a step daughter and two step sons; 8 grandchildren; 7 step grandchildren; a great-grandson, and 9 step great-grandchildren. Memorials gifts may be made to: Valley Chapel Church or the American Cancer Society. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.
Bennett	2002	Allyn C. Bennett, Sr. (85) passed away January 5, 2002 in Waco, Texas. Allyn retired in December 1982 from the Texas State Staff as a Field Specialist, Engineering in the area of Conservation Operations. He was a 1939 graduate of Texas A & M University with a degree in engineering. He also served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II as P-39 pilot. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for action in the South Pacific. He was preceded in death by his wife, and a son. He is survived by three sons, a daughter and 11 grandchildren.
Bennett	2000	Warren D. Bennett (84) passed away August 13, 2000. Warren was an Area Engineer in CA prior to his retirement in April 1973.
Bennington	2005	Jesse W. "Skip" Bennington (84) passed away May 3, 2005. Skip was a Civil Engineering Technician at Harrisonburg, VA at the time of his retirement. He is a decorated WW II Veteran with a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. His wife, daughter, and 4 grandsons survive.
Benrud	2016	Donald E. Benrud (81) of Moose Lake, Minnesota passed away after he battled three years of cancer on July 22, 2016 in Moose Lake. He was born in Monroe County. He worked for 35 years with the United States Department of Agriculture as a Resource Conservationist until retiring on December 31, 1989. Donald was a very active member of Hope Lutheran Church, Chairman of Lakes State Federal Credit Union for 10 years, past President of Soil Conservation Society of America, and was a member of Moose Lake Kiwanis for 40 years. He enjoyed farming, wildlife, hunting, traveling to Europe and Scandinavia, and spending time at the cabin in western Minnesota with family, and was especially fond of his beloved dog, Arrow. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Janice Benrud, two daughters, a son, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. To sign the guestbook online, go to: www.hhkfuneralhome.com.
Benrud	2016	Donald E. Benrud (81) of Moose Lake, Minnesota passed away after he battled three years of cancer on July 22, 2016 in Moose Lake. He was born in Monroe County. He worked for 35 years with the United States Department of Agriculture as a Resource Conservationist until retiring on December 31, 1989. Donald was a very active member of Hope Lutheran Church, Chairman of Lakes State Federal Credit Union for 10 years, past President of Soil Conservation Society of America, and was a member of Moose Lake Kiwanis for 40 years. He enjoyed farming, wildlife, hunting, traveling to Europe and Scandinavia, and spending time at the cabin in western Minnesota with family, and was especially fond of his beloved dog, Arrow. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Janice Benrud, two daughters, a son, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. To sign the guestbook online, go to: www.hhkfuneralhome.com.
Benson	2016	Billy Keith Benson (85) of Union, Kentucky passed away on February 12, 2016 at his residence. Billy retired from the USDA Soil Conservation Service in 1994 as Deputy State Conservationist of Tennessee. He had 40 years of service in Kentucky and Tennessee. He graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1952. Billy is preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Annette Benson. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Edith Reynolds Benson and a daughter, Brenda Benson Schulz (Stephen). Memorial donations are requested to the American Cancer Society, 701 W. Mohammed Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40203
Bentz	2002	Senior Conservationist Elmer C. Bentz (90) of Newton, Kansas passed away March 11, 2002. He was a work unit conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1977.
Beougher	2013	Virgil D. Beougher (79) of Ellsworth, Kansas passed away on March 4, 2013 at his home. He retired in 1996 as a district conservationist for the Soil Conservation Service where he worked 38 years. Virgil is survived by his wife of 26 years, Connie of Ellsworth; sons, Duane Beougher of St. Louis, MO and Darrel Beougher of Dighton; daughters, Debra Beougher of Wellington and Diane Beougher of Yoder; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Boy Scouts of Ellsworth, in c/o the funeral home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439.
Bereuter	2013	Bette M. Bereuter (93) Edina, Minnesota, formerly of Bismarck, passed away on March 9, 2013. She was preceded in death in 2008 by her husband Lynn “Buzz” Bereuter, who retired in 1971 as the Watershed Planning Party Leader in Bismarck. She is survived by her son, Larry (Janna) and daughter, Erika, and granddaughter Linda.
Bereuter	2008	Lynn “Buzz” Bereuter (89) passed away January 20, 2008 at St. Alexis Medical Center. He worked in Washington, DC, and as Watershed Planning Party Leader in Fargo and Bismarck, ND. He loved his career, but his favorite job was retirement. He was a former ARSCSE State Representative for ND. He is survived by his wife Bette of nearly 64 years, one daughter, Linda; one son, Larry (Janna) and one grand-daughter, Erika Lynn.
Berg	2009	Elmer Berg (74) of Hadley, MA passed away May 8, 2009. He was the financial guy with SCS in Amherst and then became the State Administrative Officer before moving to the Farmers Home Administration (now Rural Development). Even after many years in Massachusetts Elmer kept his down-east Maine accent and no one would ever wonder where he was raised. Elmer is survived by his wife of 50 years, Orene Berg; two sons; a daughter and eight grand children.
Berg	2008	Senior Conservationist Norman Berg (90) passed away on March 18, 2008 following complications of a heart attack. Norm had reached 90 just 4 days prior to his death. He retired as Chief of the Soil Conservation Service in 1982. He also served as Associate Administrator and in Idaho and South Dakota. During his long career with SCS he provided guidance and leadership to many employees as they progressed through their careers. Following his retirement he became the senior advisor to American Farmland Trust a position he held at the time of his death. He also worked closely with the Soil and Water Conservation Society after his retirement. In 1997 the Secretary of Agriculture named him Chief Emeritus for NRCS. His wife of 58 years, Ruth, preceded him in death. He is survived by 4 daughters, Susan Morgan, Jane Paulsen, Pamela Lieb, and Rebecca Crofton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Farmland Trust, 1200 18th St. NW, Washington, DC 20036 or to the Norm and Ruth Berg Conservation Fellowship Program, SWCS, 945 SW Ankeny Rd., Ankeny, IA 50023.
Berg	2006	Gary Berg (66) pased away March 30, 2006. Gary retired in April of 1994 as a Soil Conservation Technician in MN.
Berg	2005	Senior Conservationist Ordean Berg (89) passed away recently (June 2005). He retired in June 1980 as the Area Conservationist in Fargo, ND.
Berkstresset	2008	Dennis L. Berkstresser (65) passed away June 2, 2008. Dennis retired in 1996 as the State Administrative Officer for North Carolina. He started his career with SCS/NRCS in Harrisburg, PA. He is survived by his wife, Jean, and three daughters: Kelly Bolz, Tracy Shultz, and Julie Janeczko.
Berndt	2016	Gertrude (Trudy) Berndt (77) of Bridgman, Michigan passed away February 21, 2016 following complications from surgery. She was the wife of ARCSE member Loren Berndt who survives. Loren retired from SCS in 1993 as Assistant State Soil Scientist in East Lansing, Michigan. Trudy was born Marquette. She met her husband, Loren, on a blind date in early 1973. They enjoyed 43 years together, traveling to all the lower 48 states and several Canadian Provinces.
Berry	2017	Hollis Berry (72) of Pickens, South Carolina, passed on June 21, 2017 at his residence. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, he served his country honorably in the United States Air Force for 20 years. Following his military service he went to work as a Soil Conservation Technician in the Greeneville office of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service where he retired. He is remembered as a good man. He enjoyed attending car shows, going boating, fishing and camping. He enjoyed working in his yard and driving his Corvette. Those who will most treasure his memory are his wife of 28 years, Aurelia Ann Berry of Pickens, South Carolina; his daughters, Karen Welch (Nicky) of Tennessee and Barbara Domen (Bruce) of Florida; and his six grandchildren. Hollis is also survived by members of his extended family.
Berry	2006	Senior Conservationist Vernon C. Berry (85) of Lebanon, Tennessee passed away October 30, 2006. He was a district conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1984.
Bert	2008	John S. Bert (65) passed away July 17, 2008. John retired after 37 years with SCS as the District Conservationist at Lancaster, PA. He is survived by his wife, Loine; sons, Kendric and Daryl; and 2 grandsons. Memorials may go to Brethren in Christ Missions, PO Box 390, Grantham, PA 17027-0390.
Berto	2000	Oren Berto (84) passed away July 31, 2000. Word of his passing came to us from his son, Roy Berto. Oren retired as a Soil Conservation Technician in Michigan.
Bertsch	2015	Life Member Walter John Bertsch (84) of Bryan, Texas passed away on January 15, 2015. Walter was born in Coffeyville, Kansas. His family relocated to Aransas Pass, Texas where he lived until he was 21. Walter’s enjoyment of classical music and opera began in high school while learning to play the trombone. He became a fervent scholar of The Hebrew and New Testament scriptures and was passionate about living a life that reflected the teaching of Jesus. He served in the US Navy, 1951-1956, and was in the Navy band. During his final tour in Boston, Walter met his beloved Rhoda. They married June 2, 1956. The couple moved to College Station, Texas where Walter earned a BS from Texas A&M University in 1961. Walter retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1993 after 42 years of service in west Texas. He and Rhoda made Bryan their home in 2003 to be near children and grandchildren. Walter was a mentor and ardent supporter to their four children and spouses: Lawrence and Jill, John and Kent, Carol and Jody, Nancy and Kelly. To his six grandchildren, he was a gentle playmate, a family leader, and an amazing waffle chef. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice Brazos Valley Inpatient Care Facility, Bryan Texas; Friends Congregational Church; or your charity of choice.
Best	2010	Luke Best Jr., (84) of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away June 4, 2010. He graduated in Agriculture from Washington State University. Luke worked for the SCS in Ritzville, St. John, Selah and Coeur d’Alene where he was the RC&D Coordinator for a project that included counties in both Idaho and Washington. His wife Joyce passed away in 2009 and son, David passed away in 2000. Survivors include his daughter, Vicki (Brad) Scott of Tacoma, WA, his daughter-in-law, Jean Best of Bothell, WA, and four grandchildren. Luke served in the Air Force, was a Legionnaire, and active in the Lions Club in Selah and Coeur d’Alene.
Best	2004	Robert "Bob" Best (79) passed away suddenly May 18, 2004 at Hannibal, MO when he was visiting his son. Bob was the Area Conservationist at Hannibal and Warrensburg, MO and was involved in organizing several Soil and Water Conservation Districts in both areas.
Betler	2015	Glen Arnold Betler (89) of Union, West Virginia passed away on June 18, 2015 at Peyton Hospice House in Fairlea, WV following a long illness. Glen was a U.S. Army World War II Veteran. He saw action in Northern France and Belgium where he became a Prisoner of War during the Battle of the Bulge. He received several ribbons and the Bronze Star Medal. After the war, he enrolled in West Virginia University where he graduated in 1951. Following graduation, Glen was employed by the West Virginia Conservation Commission and the USDA Soil Conservation Service, retiring as the District Conservationist in the Union Field Office after 31 years of service. Glen was a member of the Union Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon, Elder, and Treasurer. He also served on the Bluestone Conference Committee. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Patricia “Pat” Smith Betler of Union, WV; and one son, Mark D. Betler of Union, WV; one sister and three brothers. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations of sympathy be made to the Union Presbyterian Church C/O Bob Miller Union, WV 24983. Those wishing online condolences may do so by visiting www.grovesfuneralhome.com
Betts	2015	Elaine Betts (83) passed away on July 8, 2015. Elaine was a resident of Cassville, Missouri at the time of her passing. She graduated from Bagley High School, Bagley, IA in 1951. She was preceded in death by her husband Warren in 2009. Warren retired from SCS in 1988 as an engineering technician.
Betts	2009	Senior Conservationist Warren E. Betts (85) of Cassville, Missouri, passed away March 5, 2009. Warren retired as a civil engineering technician with SCS on January 3, 1988 after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Elaine, of 57 years.
Betts	2007	Donald Betts (89) passed away February 8, 2007. He was living at Coon Rapids. He had worked as a technician at the Atlantic and Audubon field offices. He is survived by his wife, Esther, and two children.
Beutler	2016	Charles Stanley Beutler (97) of Elk Grove, California passed away on March 7, 2016. Charles was a native of Gem County, Idaho. After graduation from H.S., he remained on the family farm working with no electricity until 1939 and no telephone at all. Like many of his peers, he joined the Army and served in MacArthur's reconstruction effort in Japan as a counter intelligence agent, serving as a carrier of top secret documents and later operated out of a unit that worked with Koreans in gathering intelligence in North Korea. After returning from the War and greatly benefiting from the GI Bill, Charles graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.A. degree in Agronomy, becoming the first from his home town to achieve this academic distinction. He married his wife of 64 years, Beth, the evening of his graduation. Soon after, Charles was able to join the Soil Conservation Service. In this role he was a major contributor to the soils mapping of several California Counties. Charles served as an officer in a variety of community and professional associations, including the coastal section of the Soil and Water Conservation Society of America. Along the way he and Beth also raised three great girls, Lisa, Rachael and Sylvia. He was the last living member of his own birth family and is survived by his wife, children, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. See more at: http://www.eastlawn.com/obituary/Charles-Stanley-Beutler/Elk-Grove-CA/1597282#obit-memories.
Bewly	1998	John P. Bewley (92) passed away November 8, 1998. John retired as a Soil Scientist in Dec. 1970.
Beyer	2016	Member Dennis Beyer (71) of Champaign, Illinois passed away on April 10, 2016. He was born in Delano, CA. He married Susan Goodman on August 7, 1965, she survives. Dennis earned an Engineering degree at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA. He worked over 40 years as a civil engineer for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, retiring in 2009. Dennis further served his country as a member of a team of engineers responsible for restoring New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Also surviving are a son, Brian (Melinda) Beyer of Carrollton, TX; a daughter, Erin (Sean) Arie of Champaign; and five grandchildren. During retirement Dennis cared for Susan, who has Alzheimer's, and he would volunteer to file taxes for the elderly. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Alzheimer’s research. Condolences may be made to the family at www.morganmemorialhome.com.
Beyer	2012	Trevor Beyer (81) of Bottineau, North Dakota passed away May 11, 2012, at a Bottineau Hospital. Trevor attended the ND School of Forestry in Bottineau then served in the Army in Germany. After working a number of jobs, he worked for the SCS in Bottineau. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Viola; three sons, Greg of Bottineau, Curt of Bismarck, and Jeff of Bottineau; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and a sister.
Bigelow	2005	Kenneth L. Bigelow (79) passed away May 8, 2005 in California. Kenneth retired as a District Conservationist in Feb. 1981. His wife, Betty, survives.
Biggerstaff	2008	Harold W. “Hal” Biggerstaff (89) passed away March 1, 2008. He worked as a soil scientist in Oregon, Nebraska, Idaho, and Hawaii and later with the Agency for International Development serving in Nigeria, Afghanistan and Egypt retiring in 1980 to Hayden Lake, Idaho. In 1938 & 1939 he served with the Civilian Conservation Corps in Alaska. Hal and Helen moved to Spokane, WA in 1996. He also served in the Air Force in World War II. He is survived by his wife Helen, daughters Sandy, Anita and Nola, and by son Larry.
Billips	2017	Layton Carl Billips (65) of Bogue, Kansas passed away July 3, 2017 in Hill City, Kansas. He was born in Norton, Kansas. Layton attended Fort Hays State University graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology in 1973. In February of 1985, he began his job with the NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service). He served many locations in Kansas, ending in Sheridan County where he became the District Conservationist in 1988. He retired from that position in 2011. Layton enjoyed hunting, fishing and many other outdoor activities. He was a true outdoorsman and an excellent marksman. He especially enjoyed deer hunting with his black powder gun. Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Linda Billips of the home; parents Donald and Mary Billips of Hill City; two brothers; and two sisters along with several nieces and nephews.
Bindel	2011	Gilbert J. Bindel (76) of Gainesville, Texas passed away December 11, 2011. After serving in the United States Army, he attended Cooke County Junior College and North Texas College. He retired from SCS in 1984 as the Area Clerk at the Gainesville Area Office. Survivors include his wife Joyce of Gainesville; a daughter, a stepdaughter, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Bingham	2015	Ruben Donald Bingham (88) of 420 Sugarcreek Road, Dry Ridge, Kentucky passed away May 27 at home. Don was born in Grant County, KY and retired on April 30, 1984 from the USDA Soil Conservation Service as a Soil Conservation Technician after 24 years of service in Carroll and Gallatin Counties. He proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Army and he entered service in Ft. Hayes, OH. on Nov. 1, 1946 and was honorably discharged from Camp Stoneman, CA. on May 6, 1948. Don was a longtime member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he served as deacon and was a Sunday school teacher for 60 years. He formerly served as moderator, clerk and treasurer for the Ten Mile Baptist Association and was a member of the Gideons. Don leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 66 years: Fredericka Ferrell Bingham, two daughters: Garlene Glacken-Haley of Dry Ridge, KY., Gracella (Gerald) Morris of Cullowhee, NC., one son: Harold Ray (Debby) Bingham of Warsaw, KY., eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Memorial contributions if desired may be directed to the Gideons or to the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Building Fund.
Bingham	2004	Senior Conservationist LeRoy M. Bingham (88) passed away May 5, 2004 in Auburn, ME. Bing served as District Conservationist in the Androscoggin/Sagadahoc Soil Conservation District for several years.
Bintzler	2008	Senior Conservationist Robert Bintzler (84) passed away June 16, 2008. Bob retired in Jan. 1982 as the State Conservation Engineer for Minnesota. Much of his career was spent in Wisconsin. His wife, Rosemary, passed away earlier. He is survived by sons, Mike, Bob, Rick and Mark; daughter, Kristine; and 3 grandsons.
Birchmier	2016	Member and Senior Conservationist Richard Walter (Dick) Birchmier (87) of Centerville, Iowa passed away on May 19, 2016 at Mercy Medical Center in Centerville. He was born in Van Buren County, Iowa on a farm S.E. of Milton, Iowa. He attended high school at Milton, Iowa, graduating as valedictorian in 1945. Dick entered the Army in 1945 as a member of the Army Specialized Training Reserve Program, spending one year at South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota. He then served with the 3rd Armored Division at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He attended Iowa State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering in 1952. He lived in Cedar Rapids, Savannah, Milton, Indianola, Greenfield, West Des Moines, Shenandoah and Centerville, Iowa. He worked at Collins Radio in Cedar Rapids, farmed, and in 1962, started with the USDA, Soil Conservation Service. Dick was a registered engineer in the State of Iowa. He was in charge of Engineering Project Offices in Shenandoah and Centerville, retiring in 1994. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Centerville, American Legion, Soil Conservation Society of America, Knights of Columbus and 18-80 Club. Survivors include his two daughters, Cynthia L. Hunt of Maryville, Missouri, and Suzanne J. Birchmier of Centerville, Iowa; four sons, Richard L. (Peggy) Birchmier of Milton, Iowa, Randall R. (Karen) Birchmier of Maitland, Florida, Michael A. (Paula) Birchmier of Kansas City, Missouri, and Thomas D. (Raegan) Birchmier of Albia, Iowa; 17 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death in 2012 by his loving wife of 60 years, Martha Lou and one son, Gregory Walter. Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com.
Birchmier	2012	Martha (Marti) Birchmier (81) of Centerville, Iowa passed away November 22, 2012. Marti was the wife of SCS retiree, Richard Birchmier, who worked in the Centerville Engineering Office at time of retirement. She is survived by her husband and six children, seventeen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Bird	2017	Jeannie M. Bird (75) passed away peacefully at CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, North Dakota on Thursday, May 4, 2017. She was the wife of North Dakota Representative Bob Bird. She is survived by her husband, Bob of almost 30 years; her children, Linda (Clay) Hoag, Bismarck, and David Hertwig, Austin, TX; grandsons Byron (Alisha) Hoag, Justin (Breana) Hoag, and Bender (Shannon) Hoag all of Bismarck; great-grandchildren Braydon, Kylan, Bryson, Kellen, Quinn and Easton; her brother, Bob Watts, Forsyth, MT; sister, Judi (Steve) Erickson, Greeley, CO; brother-in-law Gary Bird, Highlands Ranch, CO, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Kandie; and her first husband, Carl Hertwig.
Bivens	2017	Judith Ann Hill Bivens (86) of Brentwood, Tennessee passed away peacefully with family by her side on October 25, 2017. She was born in Cookeville, TN. She met her husband Don at the Soil Conservation Service office where they worked while attending TN Tech. Don, the former SCS State Conservationist in Tennessee, preceded her in death in December 2015 after 64 years of marriage. She is survived by four daughters, seven grandchildren, and nine great- grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of Warner Parks, 50 Vaughn Rd. Nashville, TN 37221 or Abe's Garden, 115 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37205.
Bivens	2015	Donald Clarence Bivens (84) of Brentwood, Tennessee passed away at his home on December 23, 2015. Don was born in Athens, Tennessee. He met his wife Judy at the Soil Conservation Service office in Cookeville where they both worked while attending Tennessee Technological University. After graduating with a BS in Agricultural Science and his marriage to Judy in 1951, he spent several years as a Captain in the US Army and almost 20 years in the Army Reserve. He earned a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Oklahoma in 1972. Don enjoyed a 36-year career with the USDA Soil Conservation Service that took him and his family across Tennessee from Jonesboro to Gainesboro, then to Indiana, Missouri, Colorado, and Oregon, and back to Tennessee in 1975 when he became the State Conservationist. He retired in 1987 and immediately started a new career as a realtor and especially enjoyed involvement with farm land and rural properties. Don was a pilot, farmer, and gardener. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Judith Ann Hill Bivens; his four daughters Sandy Bivens (Bob Parrish), Susan Bush (Gary), Donita Powell (Bill), and Sara Beth Schwab (Al); his seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Friends of Warner Parks or a charity of your choice.
Black	2016	Life Member Glen Elwood Black (86) of Belton, Texas passed away on October 24, 2016 in Belton. He was born in Killeen, Texas. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Texas A&M University. Glen retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1987 as the Assistant Director of the SNTC. He married LaVerne Smith on January 3, 1953 Harlingen, Texas and they were married for almost 60 years before she passed away in 2012. Glen is survived by his sons Gregory A. (Michelle) Black of Edwardsburg, MI and Michael G. (Jeane) Black of Bristol, TN, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Glen’s memory to the Lakeview Baptist Church Building Fund, 7717 State Hwy 317, Belton, Texas 76513.
Black	2016	Life Member Glen Elwood Black (86) of Belton, Texas passed away on October 24, 2016 in Belton. He was born in Killeen, Texas. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Texas A&M University. Glen retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1987 as the Assistant Director of the SNTC. He married LaVerne Smith on January 3, 1953 Harlingen, Texas and they were married for almost 60 years before she passed away in 2012. Glen is survived by his sons Gregory A. (Michelle) Black of Edwardsburg, MI and Michael G. (Jeane) Black of Bristol, TN, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Glen’s memory to the Lakeview Baptist Church Building Fund, 7717 State Hwy 317, Belton, Texas 76513.
Black	2012	(Myrtle) LaVerne Black (81) of Belton, Texas passed away July 30, 2012 at her home. She was a graduate of Southwest State Teachers College (aka Texas State University). After graduation from college she married her high school sweetheart, Glen Black. LaVerne worked in several jobs including a teaching career in Home Economics and elementary schools in Texas, Iowa, and Virginia. She taught youth Sunday school and in the last 25 years taught a Senior Adult Ladies Bible class. She is survived by her husband of 59 and one-half years, Glen who retired from SCS in 1987 as Assistant Director of the South National Technical Center. Also surviving are two sons Gregory (Michele) Black of Edwardsburg, Michigan and Michael (Jean) Black of Bristol, Tennessee, three grandsons, one granddaughter and two great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Lakeview Baptist Church Building Fund, 7717 State Hwy 317 Belton, Texas 76513 or Scott and White Hospice 2401 South 31^st Street, Temple, Texas 76508.
Blaine	2010	Honorary Senior Conservationist Millard Fillmore Blaine (92) passed away April 20, 2010 in Memphis, Missouri. He graduated from the University of Missouri, obtaining a degree in agronomy. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII as an aircraft mechanic. He spent much of that time in the Aleutian Islands. After the war ended, he taught agriculture to returning war veterans and then farmed for several years. A hog cholera epidemic in 1963 resulted in the sale of the farm and Millard going to work for SCS as a District Conservationist. He worked in Shelby County, Johnson County, Miller County, Knox County, and finally Grundy County. He retired from SCS in 1982 as the Resource Conservationist over the first Targeted Conservation Area in Missouri. Millard is survived by his wife of 64 years, Muriel of Memphis, MO; their 4 children, Michael, retired State Conservation Engineer in WV, and wife Pamela of Baring, MO, Maurice (Reese) and wife Barb of Shelbina, MO, Myron and wife Peggy of Hannibal, MO, and Myrna of Columbia, MO; 10 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grand children.
Blakely	2001	Delores Blakley passed away May 21, 2001. She was the wife of Earl Blakley of Fort Worth, Texas.
Blakely	1986	Burdette D. Blakely passed away September 18, 1986. He was Chief Agronomist and was located in Washington, DC.
Blankenship	2012	Member Roger Blankenship (78) of Keyesport, Illinois passed away September 24, 2012. He married Carolyn Croster on June 17, 1956 and they later divorced. Survivors include 6 sons – Bradley (Karen) Blankenship of Salem, IL, Gregory Blankenship (Tyra) of Mt. Pleasant, TX, John (Christina) Blankenship of Keyesport, IL, Daniel (Deb) Blankenship of Teutopolis, IL, David (Sue) Blankenship and Randall (Gina) Blankenship, all of Keyesport; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Roger was employed as a soil conservation technician with SCS. He worked in Clinton, Bond and Marion Counties for 37 years, retiring in 1994. He was a past Noble Grand of Sherwood Lodge I.O.O.F. in Keyesport and a member of Scott Lodge AF & AM Masonic Lodge 79 in Carlyle. Mr. Blankenship was also an Ainad Shriner, a member of the First United Methodist Church in Keyesport and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Memorials in memory of Mr. Blankenship are suggested to Shriners Hospitals for Children and will be received at Zieren Day Funeral Home.
Blankenship	2009	Leon Blankenship (85) passed away November 9, 2009 in Monroe, Louisiana. Leon was the District Conservationist in Grambling, LA and then on the state staff in Alexandria, LA where he retired in 1983 after 33 years of service. He was the first African American unit conservationist in the State of Louisiana. He graduated from Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama. He is survived by his wife of almost 58 years, Mildred Johnson Blankenship; one son, Leon F. Blankenship, Jr., Shreveport, LA; one daughter, Pamela Anita Blankenship, Grambling, LA; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Blanton	2016	“Dee” Dillard H. Blanton (83) of New Hampton, Missouri passed away October 5, 2016 at his home. He was born in Excelsior Springs. On August 15, 1953 he married Marilyn Goble at the Christian Church in New Hampton, MO. She survives of the home. “Dee” was a 1951 graduate of Albany High School, a member of the New Hampton Christian Church, and served in the United States Navy. He worked for the Soil Conservation Service as a Soil Conservation Technician for several years in the Albany Field Office and then later worked as a farmer. Survivors in addition to his wife of 63 years, Marilyn, include a son, a daughter, and six grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lord’s Warehouse in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com
Blanton	2016	“Dee” Dillard H. Blanton (83) of New Hampton, Missouri passed away October 5, 2016 at his home. He was born in Excelsior Springs. On August 15, 1953 he married Marilyn Goble at the Christian Church in New Hampton, MO. She survives of the home. “Dee” was a 1951 graduate of Albany High School, a member of the New Hampton Christian Church, and served in the United States Navy. He worked for the Soil Conservation Service as a Soil Conservation Technician for several years in the Albany Field Office and then later worked as a farmer. Survivors in addition to his wife of 63 years, Marilyn, include a son, a daughter, and six grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lord’s Warehouse in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com
Blevins	2006	Joe Blevins (70) retired District Conservationist passed away in Lubbock, Texas on October 27, 2006. He was a native of Vernon, Texas, graduated from Brackenridge High School in San Antonio and received his degree from Texas A & I University in 1957. He retired in 1999. He is survived by his wife Shirley, a brother and a step son and daughter and five grandchildren.
Blue	2008	Gerald "Jerry" Warren Blue (80) passed away December 26, 2008, in Wichita, KS. He retired as Soil Conservation Technician at Ashland in 1987. Survivors include a son, a daughter, and two grandchildren.
Blunier	2008	Senior Conservationist Henry O. Blunier (93) passed away February 16, 2008. Henry retired in June 1974 after spending his career in Peoria and Woodford Counties, Illinois. He is survived by his wife, Wilma and six daughters: Nancy Kepp, Evelyn Mogler, Doris Blunier, Edith Stoller, Marjorie Parmenter, and Karen Blunier. Memorials may go to the Apostolic Christian Home for the Handicapped, 2125 Veterans Rd., Morton, IL 61550.
Boe	2009	Herbert R. “Russell” Boe (81) passed away June 14, 2009 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Duluth, Minn., on the 56th anniversary of his marriage to Norma Janke Boe. Russ left high school early to enlist in the United States Army prior to the end of World War II. He served in Germany during the Nuremburg Trials until his discharge in 1948. Russ graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman with a bachelor’s of science degree in general agriculture. His full time career began in 1959 with SCS. He served in Montana and Minnesota for 29 years as a soil conservationist and district conservationist, retiring in 1987. He also retired as a Lt Col. in the MN National Guard. After retirement, Russ worked part time for Truax Co., promoting grass seed planting equipment, and was involved with numerous organizations, family, friends and church. He is survived by his wife, Norma, and sons, Ronald (Susan) Boe, Phoenix, Ariz., David (Kristina Solon) Boe, Duluth; daughter, Julene Boe (Dale Lucas), Duluth. Memorials may directed to Glen Avon Presbyterian Church, 2105 Woodland Ave., Duluth, MN.
Boecking	2016	Senior Conservationist and Honorary Member Robert Harvey Boecking (94) of Montrose, Colorado passed away on October 31, 2016. He attended college after high school before enlisting in the United States Army Air Force. He was selected for pilot training and served his country during World War II as a B-17 Bomber Pilot. Bob went back to school at the University of Nebraska where he graduated in January 1948 with a degree in Conservation in Natural Resources. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1980 as the Resource Conservationist at the Midwest NTC in Lincoln, NE. He was married to Betty.
Boecking	2008	Betty Boecking (83) passed away April 15, 2008. She was Secretary for the Scottsbluff Natural Resource District for 15 years. Betty was the wife of Senior Conservationist Robert Boecking. Bob was the Resource Conservationist in the Midwest NTC at the time of his retirement in 1980. Betty served as the Secretary for the Scottsbluff District for 15 years.
Boehlert	2014	Edward Boehlert passed away in February, 2014 in Florida due to pancreatic cancer. Ed was a former Purchasing Agent for the Soil Conservation Service in New York.
Bogart	2010	Patrick Ivan Bogart (62) of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away October 3, 2010. After graduation from Oklahoma State University in 1975 with a degree in forestry, Patrick worked for SCS until his retirement in 2001, having served as the District Conservationist in Henryetta, Oklahoma since 1979. He also earned a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Oklahoma. He is survived by his father, Lowell E. Bogart of Port Townsend, WA; his son, Christopher I. Bogart of Oakland, CA; his daughter Valisha K. Bogart of San Diego, CA; and his wife Diana L. Bogart.
Boger	2004	Senior Conservationist Leroy Boger passed away September 22, 2004. Leroy retired from SCS after having served as a District Conservationist in several districts in Ohio. His wife, Alta, survives.
Boggs	2017	Wilson “Short” Boggs (93) of McKee, Kentucky passed away September 7, 2017 at his residence. He is survived by his son, Tony (Teresa) Boggs, a granddaughter, and a great granddaughter. He is also survived by nine siblings. Short was preceded in death by his parents, five siblings and the love of his life of 69 years, Dora Aileen Davidson Boggs. He served in World War II. Short was employed by the USDA Soil Conservation Service. He retired in 1983 and then became employed at the FSA office in McKee. Short was active in the Jackson County Soil Conservation up to his death. Also, Short enjoyed farming, raising cattle, hunting, fishing and gardening. Short was a member of the Conway Christian Church. www.lakesfuneralhomemckee.com
Bogner	2015	Life Member and Senior Conservationist Neil F. Bogner (89) of Catonsville, Maryland passed away on September 6, 2015. He was born in Henry, IL and married Eleanor V. Johnson on Nov. 25, 1954. She survives as do their sons - Douglas N. (Kathy), Catonsville, MD; Paul D., Hollywood, MD and Carl E., Milwaukee, WI, also their two granddaughters - Emma and Sarah in Catonsville, MD. The first six years of his education was at Red Town, a one room school. He graduated from the University of Illinois where he earned degrees in Agricultural Engineering and Agriculture. After graduating from the University he began a career with the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), US Dept. of Agriculture. He started as a student trainee engineer in the Marshall-Putman SWCD, Henry, IL and then moved on to Bloomington, IL, Caruthersville, MO and Urbana, IL. It was at Urbana that he had the great fortune to meet and marry a fellow SCS’er, Eleanor. After their marriage they were moved to Macomb, IL where he became the project engineer on the Old Tom Creek Watershed Project. His career took them through a number of locations and levels eventually leading to the Director of Engineering in the National Office. Neil served in that position for 7 years (second longest term for the Agency at that time) and then ended his career as the Associate Director for Technology. He retired after over 33 years in 1983. He was a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois. He maintained Membership in the American Society of Agricultural Engineers from the day he graduated until his death. He was named a Fellow in the Society and received the John Deere Medal. He served on numerous committees and, at one time, was Director of the Soil and Water Division. He was also a Member of the SWCS for many years. Neil was named an Honorary Alumnus of the Univ. of Ill. College of Engineering. He was also an original member, representing the USDA, when the Interagency Committee for Dam Safety was established and he represented USDA on the Federal team that investigated the failure of the Teton Dam. Upon his retirement he joined the Association of Retired SCS Employees and served in numerous positions over the next 25 years, including being President and Secretary –Treasurer. Neil and Eleanor were the first couple to be named Senior Conservationists by the Association. He and Eleanor volunteered at Fairfax INOVA Hospital for 17 years amassing many hours. They moved to the Charlestown Retirement Community near Baltimore in 2009 to be near their son and his family. There he was a member of the Parish of Our Lady of the Angels. In lieu of flowers memorials may go to the donor’s choice.
Bohart	1982	Charles V. Bohart passed away December 20, 1982. He was Recreation Specialist and was located in the EWP Lincoln, NE.
Bohnenblust	2017	M. Joyce Bohnenblust (94) of McPherson, Kansas, passed away on July 4, 2017 while in the company of family members at McPherson Hospital. Joyce was the spouse of Gene who passed away in 2008 and closed out his career as a Civil Engineer for SCS on the Technical Staff in the Hutchinson Area Office. Joyce was born in Alden, Kansas. She then attended Sterling College, Sterling, Kansas and Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas. Joyce taught elementary school at Macksville and Buckeye county schools. She was a lifetime member of McPherson Church of Christ and served her church in many capacities through the years. She is survived by her four children, her 10 grandchildren, her 12 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to McPherson Church of Christ or the McPherson Opera House and they can be sent in care of the Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Kansas 67460.
Bohnenblust	2008	Gene F. Bohnenblust (84) passed away September 25, 2008 in McPherson. Kansas. He served in the U.S. Army in WWII, receiving the Combat Infantry Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. He served as District Conservationist at Ellsworth, Great Bend and McPherson, then 15 years as Area Engineer, retired in 1985 after 36 years of service. He was a consulting engineer for ten years for the Whitewater River and Sand Creek Watershed Districts. Survivors include his wife, Joyce, of McPherson; three sons, a daughter, a sister, 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Boilesen	2013	Senior Conservationist and Member Axel Christian Boilesen (89) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on March 21, 2013. He retired from the USDA Soil Conservation Service in 1978 as head of the engineering design unit for the Midwest. Axel graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in civil engineering. He was a Veteran of World War II in Central Europe including Battle of the Bulge. Axel was proud of his military service but it taught him to abhor war and align with peace activism. Axel was united in marriage to Betty Ann Barr on Aug. 25, 1945. His Danish sense of humor and positive attitude were a delight to all who knew him. Survivors: sons, James Boilesen (Lincoln), Doug (Sharon) Boilesen (Denver); daughter Bev (Ron) Jester (Lincoln); five grandsons, and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife, Betty. Memorials to St. Paul United Methodist Church, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Boilesen	2000	Betty Boilesen, wife of Axel, passed away on October 26, 2000. Axel retired as Head, Design, in the Lincoln NTC.
Boland	2005	Emmett Boland (76) passed away May 7, 2005. Emmett retired as the Assistant State Conservation Engineer in KY. Emmett’s wife, Carolyn passed away just 3 weeks prior to Emmett’s death. Both suffered with cancer. Memorials may go to Hospice of Bluegrass, 3212 Alexandria Dr. Lexington, KY.
Boland	2005	Carolyn Boland passed away April 18, 2005. Carolyn was the wife of Emmet Boland who retired as the Assistant State Engineer in Kentucky. Emmet is also having some very serious health problems.
Bolline	2002	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Morrie A. Bolline (91) passed away November 16, 2002. Morrie retired on June 30, 1973 as the Regional Director Midwest TSC. Prior to that he had served for many years as State Conservationist in Kansas. His wife, Gwendolyn, his son, Michael, and daughter, Rosemary, and one grandson survive him. Memorials may go to Hospice.
Bollman	2018	Carolyn “Jane” Bollman (87) of Danville, Indiana, passed away February 20, 2018. She attended Purdue University and received a BA degree from Indiana University after her children were grown. She married Robert “Bob” Bollman in Lafayette on June 2, 1956. Bob, a member of ARCSE, retired as a Deputy State Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Service in 1986. They lived in Iowa for 10 years prior to moving to Danville in 1966. She was a dedicated member of Whitestone Christian Church, a 36-year member of the Riley Hospital Guild, of which she also served as a member of the board of directors. Jane was a past president of the Hendricks County Extension Homemakers and was a longtime member of the Modern Homemakers Extension Club. She loved children, sewing, baking cookies, and all of nature. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, “Bob;” her children, Patrick and Daniel Bollman of Danville, Thomas Bollman of North Salem, Mary (Gary) Houser of Nobelsville; and ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Jane was preceded in death by two daughters, Sally Ann and Susan Jane.
Bonar	2009	James Sloan Bonar (72) of Annandale, VA passed away June 29, 2009 at home after a valiantly fought battle with cancer. He attended Potomac State College, and graduated from West Virginia University in 1959, earning a BS degree in Animal Husbandry. Jim spent his military career as a fixed-wing and helicopter pilot in the US Army and Army Reserve for 31 years, retiring as a Master Pilot at the rank of Colonel, Infantry. He spent his civilian career as a soil and water conservationist, beginning with SCS in West Virginia, where he worked for ten years. He served an additional 19 years at USDA headquarters in Washington, DC, and spent the final nine years of his civilian career with the Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District in Virginia. Jim is survived by his wife of 49 years, Molly, and two children; Sarah Parker Bonar Johnson (Randolph Glenn) of Middletown, MD and James Sloan Bonar, Jr., of Glenside, PA, and two grandchildren. Donations in memory of James may be made to Branch Mountain Cemetery, Three Churches, WV or the 1^st Presbyterian Church of Annandale, VA.
Bondurant	2016	Senior Conservationist Dewey T. Bondurant (95) of Des Moines, Iowa passed away at Wesley Acres on December 17, 2016. Dewey was born in Bazine, Kansas. Dewey graduated high school from Ness City, Kansas. He lived in western Kansas, in part of the Dust Bowl, and saw the erosion problems firsthand. He had one year of college at Emporia State Teachers College before going into the military. He was part of the Kansas National Guard until he was mobilized to Emporia, Kansas with the Company B 137^th Infantry. He did training in Little Rock, Arkansas followed by communications training. He served in the military from 1939 until September 1945. In January 1942, Dewey was part of the Signal Corp 3103 Battalion stationed in England. His job was misdirecting the Germans to think the Allied landing into France would be at a site other than Normandy. Dewey also did similar work at the Battle of the Bulge. As Dewey said, "I helped make it look like the Army was going to go one way, but instead they were planning to go another way." After World War II, he attended Kansas State University for three years. He graduated from there with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Dewey described one memorable moment in college: "...watching Kansas State beat Wichita State in football. It was the team's only football victory in my three years of school there!" After graduation, Dewey moved to Council Bluffs, Iowa and worked in the Soil Conservation Service. Dewey married Georgia Famous Slavik in February 1949 and became a step-father to Carole Slavik and Mike Slavik. In December 1949, Robert was born to Georgia and Dewey. The family lived in Council Bluffs, Storm Lake, and Shenandoah before settling in Des Moines in 1961. Georgia and Dewey loved dancing together (square, round, and line dancing). Dewey continued to line dance and ballroom dance well into his 80s. Dewey also was an expert jelly, jam, and preserve maker, winning multiple ribbons at the Iowa State Fair, including the top award for strawberry preserves. Dewey was an agricultural engineer with the USDA Soil Conservation Service, retiring in 1980 after serving many years as the State Conservation Engineer in Iowa. He was a 50+ year member of Grace United Methodist Church. Among survivors are Robert (Monica) of Urbandale; a step-son, Michael Slavik (Sharon) of Springdale, Arkansas; seven step-grandchildren; and many step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia (1997) and his step-daughter, Carole Slavik Carpenter (1999). Memorials may be given to his church.
Bone	2002	Thomas R. Bone passed away recently. He retired as an Agricultural Engineer in Texas.
Boone	2017	Steve Allan Boone (65) of Hamlin, West Virginia passed away on November 5, 2017 in St. Mary's Medical Center. Surviving is his spouse, Virginia Boone. Steve retired from the Natural Resources Conservation Service as the District Conservationist in the Hamlin Field Office.
Boone	2007	Daniel "Dan" E. Boone (79) retired District Conservationist at Carthage, Texas passed away September 11, 2007. He was a graduate of Texas A & M University and served in the military during the Berlin crises. He was the commander of the National Guard in Carthage for a number of years. He retired from the SCS with 33 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Elanore, four children and seven grandchildren.
Booth	2011	Bert E. Booth (85) of Temple, Texas passed away September 15, 2011. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army Air Forces during WWII. While serving in Italy he attended the University of Florence. He graduated from Texas A&M in 1950 with a degree in agricultural engineering. He was a registered professional engineer. He was a SCS project construction engineer and retired as head of the watershed office in Temple. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Lois M. Booth; one son, John (Cindy) Booth of Giddings; two daughters, Suzanne (Jay) Copeland of Temple and Lynelle (Brian) Evans of Austin; and eight grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Churches Touching Lives for Christ, P. O. Box 4482, Temple, TX 76505.
Boothby	2013	Charles A. Boothby (86) passed away on August 25, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, who served on the SCS public information staff in the Oregon state office. Also surviving are five children, 13 grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter and a granddaughter. Donations to the Alzheimer's Association are suggested.
Boquet	2012	Bert Boquet (96) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on June 20, 2012. Bert attended the University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1953. He served in the armed forces during WWII. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanore. Memorials: Alzheimer's Association Lincoln/Greater Nebraska Chapter, 1500 S. 70th, Suite 201 (06).
Borchard	2014	Raymond Clyde Borchard (89) of Carmichael, California passed away peacefully October 1, 2014. He suffered a massive stroke just 20 days after losing his dear wife of 66 years Shirley on September 4, 2014. Ray was an active member of Sunrise Community Church where he taught Bible study for many years. He was raised on the family farm in Oxnard, CA where he raised truck crops with his father. Like many young men of his generation, he served in the Army Air Corp during WWII as a copilot on a B17. He was a graduate of the California State University, San Luis Obispo. Ray worked for Allis-Chalmers to support his farming habit before leaving the farm to begin a career with the USDA-Soil Conservation Service (SCS). His career with SCS required the family to move to several communities in northern CA, finally settling in Carmichael in 1973. Position at retirement, Area Conservationist, Sacramento, CA. He is survived by his sons Mike (Janice) Borchard of Orangevale, CA; and Steven (Donni) Borchard of Medford, OR; fourteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a beloved charity in his name.
Bordelon	2001	Marie Bordelon (78) passed away October 9, 2001. Marie came to SCS in August 1962 and retired in March 1986. Marie worked her whole career as a secretary in the Louisiana State Office.
Borine	2017	Roger Harold Borine (66) of Bend, Oregon passed away on February 21, 2017. He was born in La Grande, Oregon. Roger graduated from La Grande High School where he lettered in baseball, basketball, and was quarterback for the Tigers. He attended Eastern Oregon College and Oregon State University, where he studied soil science, receiving his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1973. During summers, he financed college by smoke-jumping out of McCall, Idaho. Roger’s work as a soil scientist for the Natural Resource Conservation Service took him first to Baker City, then Klamath Falls and Medford, and finally to Bend in 1984. After 35 years of federal service, he retired and began a soils consulting business. While competing in the Brittany National Championship in 2007, he was invited to Norway to experience their field trials and to hunt ptarmigan and grouse in Sweden. Roger is survived by his loving wife, Debra (Smolt Mischel) whom he married in 1997, and her daughter Amy (James) Westcoat, and two grandchildren. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Oregon Brittany Club or the Oregon Hunter’s Association.
Bornstein	2003	Joseph Bornstein (82) passed away December 20, 2003. Joe started his career with SCS and ended it in with ARS. He was an Agricultural Engineer and was active in ASAE.
Borst	2015	Honorary Life Member and Senior Conservationist George Borst (102) of Fallbrook, California has passed away. George retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1969 as a Soil Scientist on the River Basin Staff.
Boss	2004	Frederick Boss, Muskogee, OK passed away. - reported May 2004
Bostian	2007	Marcus Bostian (92) passed away November 29, 2007. Marcus retired as a Soil Scientist in the Statesville Area Office, North Carolina. He was born in Alexander County and served in the US Air Force during World War II. Marcus was a 32^nd degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite and Greensboro Masonic Lodge. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Helen Wilson Bostian and a son, Marcus “Mark” Wilson Bostian of Claremont.
Boston	2005	Ronnie Boston (59) recently retired from NRCS passed away suddenly on March 17, 2005. Ronnie was a graduate of East Texas State University and served in several locations in Texas as a Soil Conservationist and District Conservationist. His wife, Sandra, two daughters and four grandchildren survive. Ronnie will be greatly missed by his family and his peers.
Bosworth	2004	Duane Bosworth (76) passed away February 6, 2004. Duane retired as the Public Information Specialist for the West NTC. Prior to that he was Head, Education and Publication Unit in the National Office. His wife, Sue, 2 sons and grandchildren and great grandchildren survive Duane. The family has suggested that memorials may go to the Parkinson's Center of Oregon at Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, OR 97239-3098.
Bottrell	2013	George (Dean) Bottrell (83) of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on December 14, 2013. He was a retired soil scientist. While with the Forest Service, he worked on the Soil Survey of McCreary and Western Whitley Counties, Kentucky. While with the Soil Conservation Service, he worked on soil surveys in Ohio. He held degrees from the University of Illinois and from Lexington Theological Seminary. Dean is survived by his wife Ruth Day Bottrell; one son, David Dean Bottrell of Los Angeles, CA; and one daughter Mary Ester Bottrell of Somerset, KY.
Bourland	2010	Ralph E. "Gene" Bourland (82) of Peoria, IL passed away February 27, 2010. Gene served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II and was a graduate of the University of Illinois. He worked for SCS until retiring in 1985 as the district conservationist in Peoria. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mardella A. Schroll Bourland on December 27, 2009. Surviving are his three children, Mark J. Bourland of Peoria, Anne (Dr. Mark) Dutz of Morton and Lisa (Frank) Rotermund-Bradley of Chillicothe; four grandchildren; and two step grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Please visit Gene's "Life Remembered Story" at www.davison-fulton.com.
Bower	2002	James E. “Jim” Bower, retired Soil Scientist passed away August 16, 2002. Jim was Area Soil Scientist in Victoria, Texas for a number of years.
Bowers	2002	Senior Conservationist George V. Bowers (94) of Sarasota, Florida passed away September 22, 2002. He worked for SCS.
Bowie	2018	Robert Lee “Bob” Bowie (68) husband of Lynn Isom Bowie, of Edgefield, SC entered into rest August 11, 2018. Bob was born in Abbeville, SC. He was retired from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and was a member of Edgefield United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, three sons, Hunter Lee (Kerry) Bowie, Clinton Sharpe Bowie, and Theodore Carroll “Cal” (Morgan) Bowie; four grandchildren, and two brothers. Memorials may be made to Edgefield United Methodist Church, PO Box 25, Edgefield, SC 29824 or to a Charity of one’s choice. Please sign the online register book at www.edgefieldmercantilefh.com.
Bowie	2005	Gerald Bowie (65) passed away August 27, 2005. “Jerry” retired from the planning staff in the Virginia State Office. He started his career in his home state of Maine and worked for SCS as an engineer for 27 years. He is survived by his wife, Lois, four sons, David, Robert, Richard and James and 12 grandchildren. The family suggests that memorials go to New Hope Hospice, Eddington, ME 04429.
Bowling	2017	Member Ernest Hooper Bowling, Jr. (89) of Dillwyn, Virginia passed away at home on May 13, 2017, following a courageous battle with stomach cancer. He was born in Jonesville, VA. He had lived at Oak Grove Farm in Buckingham County since 1932. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rebecca Hines Bowling; daughter, Sarah Frances Bowling; sons, Ernest Hooper Bowling III and his wife, Karen, James Hines Bowling and his wife, Sun Bun; a granddaughter; and two great-granddaughters. He is also survived by two sisters. He was preceded in death by a son, Benjamin Allen Bowling; and a sister. He attended Buckingham Central High School and was a graduate of Virginia Tech. Ernest was a World War II veteran and retired in 1988 as District Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Service. He was a lifetime farmer. He was a member of New Store Presbyterian Church, where he served as deacon, elder, clerk of session and Sunday school teacher. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to New Store Presbyterian Church, c/o Bettie Bass Mitchell, 3221 Buckingham Springs Rd., Dillwyn, Va. 23936, or a favorite charity.
Bowman	2017	Roy Howard Bowman (87) and Irma Elsie Bowman (88) of Redwood Valley, California died in the Redwood Fire that broke out in Mendocino County late on the evening of Oct. 8, 2017. Roy retired as a soil scientist with the Soil Conservation Service. They were the type of people who settled into their community and did good without making a fuss.” Roy was a U.S. Navy veteran. Irma Bowman loved to bake and “would tell us to speak well of other people.
Bowman	2005	Gilbert A. Bowman (76) passed away December 30, 2005. Gib started his soil mapping career with SCS in Nebraska. He transferred to Colorado in 1978 as the State Soil Correlator. His wife, Ethel, 3 children-Paula, Tim and Jon, and 6 grandchildren survive him.
Boyd	2017	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Hurshal E. Boyd (96) of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania passed away on February 28, 2017 at Messiah Lifeways. He was born in Seneca, NM. He was a graduate of Kansas State University, where he received his Bachelor's Degree. He also served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1977 as an Assistant State Conservationist in Pennsylvania. Hurshal was preceded in death by his wife Rosann Boyd in 2011. He is survived by his sons, Stephen M. Boyd and Robert W. Boyd; daughters, Deborah K. Boone and Danette M. Hoffman; a grandson; three granddaughters; a great- grandson and two great- granddaughters. Hurshal was an avid golfer, dedicated family man, and a terrific socializer. Memorial contributions can be made to Compassionate Care Hospice 1513 Cedar Cliff Dr #100, Camp Hill, PA 17011.
Boyd	2014	O. B. Boyd (64) passed away November 18, 2014 in Holdenville, Oklahoma. He was a member of the Texas Banner Church of God. O. B. worked as an Engineering Aide for the Hughes County Conservation District from 1986 to 1998, before starting with the Holdenville Field Office of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) where he has been employed for the last 15 years as the Soil Conservation Technician. Surviving are his wife 20 years, Sandee of the home, four children, 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Boyd	2011	Rosann Boyd (86) of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania passed away July 10, 2011. She was the wife of Hurshal Boyd, former Assistant State Conservationist for SCS in Pennsylvania. Rosann had a long career in nursing. She is survived by her husband, two sons, and two daughters. Cards may be sent to Hurshal and the family at 899 Oak Oval, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-8409.
Boyer	2009	Twyla Boyer passed away January 13, 2009 at her home in Fries, VA. She had been battling cancer for more than 6 years. Twyla had worked as a conservationist in Wytheville before taking disability retirement. Her husband Danny is still employed by NRCS. Condolences may be sent to him at 8784 Spring Valley Road, Fries, Virginia 24330.
Bozeman	2014	Sara Helen Bozeman (92) of Plains, GA, passed away on March 4, 2014, just 4 months following the death of her beloved husband, the late David E. Bozeman, a retired USDA Soil Conservationist. They were married for 58 wonderful years having two daughters, Lynn (Marvin) Griggs and Diane B. (Roy) Worrell, 4 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. She was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, GA.
Bozeman	2013	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist David Eli Bozeman (94) of Plains, Georgia passed away on October 30, 2013. David was a graduate of The University of Georgia and a retired Soil Conservationist with the US Department of Agriculture, retiring in 1978. He was a Veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict, having served in the Army Air Corp as a ground crewman with the rank of sergeant. He was a dedicated member of Plains United Methodist Church. He is survived by his beloved wife, Sara Helen; and his loving daughters Lynn (Marvin) Griggs of Preston, and Diane B. (Roy) Worrell of Perry. David was also dearly loved by four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Bradley	2011	Joyce Bradley (79) of Corsicana, Texas passed away July 19, 2011. She had been struggling with bladder cancer for some years. She is survived by her husband, Jack (who was the District Conservationist at Ennis, TX and AC of Gainesville Area when he retired), two daughters, a son, and seven grandchildren. An online guest book is available at www.griffin-roughton.com.
Braley	2004	Norris D. Braley (69) passed away Friday, January 30, 2004, following an ongoing struggle with cardiac illness. He was born Oct. 22, 1934, in Mapleton, and received a diploma from the University of Maine, at Orono. He was employed for more than 30 years by the USDA Soil Conservation Service, serving in offices at Presque Isle, Belfast, Houlton, Rockland and Waldoboro. He is survived by his wife Janet, three sons, a daughter, and 16 grandchildren.
Branigan	2014	Member and Senior Conservationist William J. Branigan of Mount Jackson, VA passed away on July 30, 2014 from complications (pneumonia) following knee surgery. Bill retired in 1987 as an RC&D Coordinator with the Soil Conservation Service in Maine, having been a District Conservationist in Allentown, Media (Delaware Co), and Meadville, PA. After retiring, he owned and operated a bed and breakfast called the Roaring Lion in Waldoboro, ME for 25 years.
Brant	2010	Paul Merle Brant, Jr. (68) of Scottsville, Virginia passed away suddenly October 13, 2010. He received a Bachelor’s degree in forestry from West Virginia University, a Master’s degree in science from Marshall University and was Fellow of the Agricultural Policy Institute at North Carolina State University. Paul, former Mountain RC&D Coordinator in West Virginia, retired from SCS with over 30 years of service. He is survived by his son, Geoffrey Earle Brant; daughter, Amy Brant Lambert of Scottsville, Va.; and two granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leslie Ann Dornblazer Brant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his honor to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association at www.aadrda.com or to the National Arbor Day Foundation at www.arborday.org
Brasch	2013	Rhonda Lea Brasch (62) of Spokane, Washington passed away on July 15, 2013. She attended Spokane Community College and her degree eventually led to a long career with NRCS as a civil engineering technician. Rhonda retired in 2012 after 29 years of service. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her son, Allen Brasch. Online guestbook at cheneyfuneral.com
Brasfield	2006	Helen Brasfield passed away April 23, 2006. Helen was the wife of James Brasfield who retired as Soil Correlator in TN in Dec. 1986.
Brasfield	2005	Helen Brasfield passed away October 11, 2005. Helen was the wife of James Brasfield. James retired on Dec. 31, 1986 as a Soil Scientist in the South NTC. Helen is survived by James, 3 children, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.
Bratcher	2013	Member Robert F. Bratcher (84) of Henderson, Tennessee passed away on November 6, 2013. In 1946, at the age of 17, he joined the U.S. Navy and served 5 years and was involved in the Korean Conflict. After his discharge, he attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and earned a BS in Agricultural Engineering and a Masters in Engineering in 1963. Robert worked for the Soil Conversation Service for 30 years before retiring in 1984 as a hydraulic engineer. He was a member of the Sanford Hill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Maleta Webb Bratcher of Henderson; a daughter Sandy (Lyle) Rich of Henderson; a son Bobby (Suzanne) Bratcher of Cordova, TN; and four grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
Bray	2007	Marcus Bray (84) passed away after a single-car accident near Brookville, IN on Nov. 23, 2007. Marcus retired from the U.S. Navy as a Chief Warrant Officer after 23 years of service before joining the SCS.
Braymen	2014	Beverly Ann Braymen (74) of Creston, Iowa entered eternal rest on December 16, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, Iowa. Beverly was the wife of Tom Braymen, a long time technician in the Creston Engineering and Field Offices. Bev graduated from Clarinda High School and worked more than twenty years for Farm Credit Service of America. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church. Left to cherish Bev’s memory are her husband of 52 years, Tom Braymen, Creston; a daughter: Lisa (Dave) Carter, West Des Moines; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter: Julie Braymen.
Brehm	2003	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Clarence D. Brehm (96) passed away recently (2003). Clarence retired in April 1968 as State Conservation Engineer in South Dakota. He was the first person named State Engineer in South Dakota. He has spent the last number of years in Mesa, AZ.
Breinig	2004	Senior Conservationist Clarence B. Breinig (91) passed away some time ago. Clarence retired in April 1973 as the State Soil Scientist for Tennessee.
Brewer	2015	Senior Conservationist Edward O. Brewer (91) Wilkesboro, North Carolina passed away on January 1, 2015. Ed retired July 1, 1982 as Area Soil Scientist, Wilkesboro Area Office. He was born in Henderson County, Tennessee, and graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1951. He began his career with SCS in Wadesboro, NC in July 1953. He also worked in Salisbury before transferring to Wilkesboro. Ed was a WW II veteran having served in England and France. After the war ended, he served in Germany with the Civilian Police force. He was an active member of the Wilkesboro Baptist Church where he served as Deacon, RA leader and Sunday school teacher. Ed is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty Brewer; three sons, Michael Edwin Brewer and wife Debby Hallyburton of Winston Salem, Kenneth Wayne Brewer of Raleigh and David Lee Brewer of Marietta, GA; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Brewster	2014	Robert Walker Brewster (93) of Glen Allen, Virginia passed away on January 8, 2014. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Pat Dye. He is survived by his three daughters, his wife, June Adams Hogg of Mechanicsville, VA, who he married in March, 2009, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. June retired from the SCS in 1994 as Special Program Assistant. After college at the University of Texas, Bob joined the U.S. Border Patrol in 1941 and ended his career as Assistant Southeast Regional Commissioner with the Patrol, taking a leave of absence from the Border Patrol for service as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Laurel Park United Methodist Church, 2700 Hungary Rd., Henrico, Va. 23228.
Bridge	2011	Karen Bridge (64) of Tucson, Arizona passed away from kidney cancer July 6, 2011. She started her career with SCS for the snow survey in Salt Lake City, Utah. She entered the Administrative Training Program in Phoenix, AZ, and moved up in the agency- requiring her to move to Iowa, Wyoming, and, finally, to the Washington office in 1980, as a Personnel Specialist. It was there that she met and married Galen Bridge, who retired in 1994 as acting Chief of SCS. She later moved over to FSIS and retired as the Deputy Director of Human Resources. Karen is survived by her daughter, Tracie and husband, Galen. Contributions in her memory would be appreciated at the Friends of Acadia, PO Box 45, Bar Harbor, Maine, 04609. The Bridge family will hold a "Celebration of Karen's Life" on Friday, September 9, 2011, at 11:00 am, at the Vistoso Funeral Home, 2285 East Rancho Vistoso Boulevard, Oro Valley, Arizona, 85755.
Bridgers	2007	Clemmon Windfield Bridgers Sr. (73) passed away May 25, 2007. Clemmon was a native of Northampton County, North Carolina, where he was a member of Jackson Baptist Church. He was married to Barbara Barrow in 1955. Mr. Bridgers retired in 1990 as a soil technician in Halifax County where he served for 38 years. He was a Master Mason, a member of Seaboard Lodge #378, AF&AM, and a member of the Scottish Rite as well as a Shriner. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; one son, Clemmon Windfield Bridgers, Jr. and his wife, Heidi, of Ahoskie; and one grandson, Lewis Clemmon Bridgers.
Bridges	2015	Sarah T. Bridges (68) of Falls Church, Virginia passed away on March 31, 2015. Sarah, a Cultural Resources Archeologist, was with Federal government for over 31 years and served much of that time as NRCS’ National Cultural Resources Specialist and Federal Preservation Officer. She worked tirelessly ensuring NRCS programs and activities protected historic properties. Sarah was preceded in death by her husband, Bert Salwen. She is survived by a daughter, Sarah and her husband, Max Prilutsky, and two stepsons and their families. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bert Salwen Fund Archaeological Research Fellowship.
Bridgewater	1999	Robert Bridgewater passed away December 24, 1999. Robert was a geologist.
Brill	2008	David Brill (91) passed away on March 26, 2008. David retired from SCS in Ohio. He is survived by his son, Dean, 2 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the Worthington Christian Village, 165 Highbluffs, Columbus, OH 43235.
Brincken	2008	Ed Brincken passed away November 19, 2008. Ed was the soil scientist in the Chehalis Field Office in Washington. In his memory, a scholarship fund has been established by the Washington Society of Professional Soil Scientists to sponsor a student to attend the Natural Resources Youth Camp.
Brisbin	2011	J.B. Brisbin (79) of Victoria, Texas passed away December 4, 2011. He served his country in the United States Marines during the Korean conflict. He was an area clerk, retiring from SCS and the Veterans Administration after 31 years of service. J.B. is survived by his wife, Donnie Miller Brisbin, two children, ten grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren.
Brittan	2016	Lynn Arthur "Britt" Brittan leaves behind, "The Love of his Life," Meg, his wife of 38 years, his daughter, Dale Durniak (Chris) of Chico, a grandson, a stepson, two step grandsons and a step-daughter. He was a graduate of the University of California and worked as a soil conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, retiring as the District Conservationist in Petaluma, CA. Britt was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Wiens. At his request, a private memorial will take place at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to the Redwood Chordsmen, his Barbershop Chorus, 556 Danby Ct., Petaluma, CA 94954.
Brittan	2016	Lynn Arthur "Britt" Brittan leaves behind, "The Love of his Life," Meg, his wife of 38 years, his daughter, Dale Durniak (Chris) of Chico, a grandson, a stepson, two step grandsons and a step-daughter. He was a graduate of the University of California and worked as a soil conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, retiring as the District Conservationist in Petaluma, CA. Britt was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Wiens. At his request, a private memorial will take place at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to the Redwood Chordsmen, his Barbershop Chorus, 556 Danby Ct., Petaluma, CA 94954.
Britton	2017	Legion Owens Britton (81) of Edenton, North Carolina passed away on January 12, 2017. Legion retired as the Administrative Assistant for the Edenton Area. She was the first woman in North Carolina to serve as the Director of the NC Federal Women’s Program for NRCS. Mrs. Britton was born in Chowan County and lived there all her life. Following her retirement, she worked for several years at the Barker House. A member of Edenton Baptist Church, she also enjoyed membership in the Edenton Chapter #302, The Order of the Eastern Star where she had served as Worthy Matron, was active with the Edenton Historical Commission, and had served as President with the Business and Professional Women’s Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Junius Frank Britton; a daughter, Janet Britton O’Donnell; her grandson, Patrick O’Donnell. Surviving are her son, Charles A. Britton of Edenton; two granddaughters; and two great-granddaughters.
Broce	2005	William “Bill” Broce (83) passed away April 29, 2005. Bill served in numerous locations in Missouri. Included in his tours were RC&D Coordinator and Area Conservationist. He retired in 1987. His wife, Muriel, survives. She resides at 1308 Walnut St., Bethany, MO 64424.
Brock	2015	Bobby G. Brock (74) of Apex, North Carolina passed away on July 23, 2015. Bobby retired in 2006 as Conservation Agronomist on the State Resource Conservationist Staff. His work assignments during his 45 year career with NRCS included Soil Conservationist in Harnett and Iredell Counties as well as District Conservationist in Sanford, Goldsboro and Raleigh Field Offices before transferring to the state office in May, 1983 as Conservation Agronomist. Bobby probably did more than anyone in North Carolina to promote the use of long term no-till. He was reared on a general farm in the South River Community of Cumberland County, North Carolina. He graduated from NC State College (University) in 1963 with honors and took several graduate agronomy courses after moving to Raleigh. Bobby was active in Civitan Clubs, Soil and Water Conservation Society where he received the Fellow Award, and the NC Land Use Congress. His hobby was collecting and restoring older John Deere tractors. Bobby is survived by his wife, Linda Griffin Brock; daughters Michelle (Robert) Andersen of Clayton, NC, Marlette (Thomas) Truitt of Garner, NC; son, Geoffrey Adam (Brittney) Brock of Fuquay-Varina, NC; and two grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers and one sister.
Brooks	2011	James Edward “Jim” Brooks (80) of Russellville, Arkansas passed away August 6, 2011. Jim served admirably in the United States Air Force, was involved in the Korean conflict and was honorably discharged in 1952. After graduation from the University of Alabama in 1957, Jim went to work for SCS. He retired from the Fort Worth office as the Administrative Officer and moved to Russellville, AR in 1986. He was a true bible scholar, enjoying reading and talking about biblical truths. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Janice Gleason Brooks. Survivors include his adoring wife, Martha Wilson Brooks of Russellville; three daughters, Jeannie (Wayne) Marsh of Little Rock, Judy Neagles and Joan Hashbarger, both of Russellville; three step-sons, Steve and Rhett Wilson, both of Little Rock and Richard Wilson of Russellville; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice, 2405 East Parkway, Suite 3, Russellville, Arkansas 72802.
Brooks	2004	Charles A. Brooks passed away July 15, 2004 in Hillsboro, Texas. Charles was a retired Soil Scientist and worked in several locations in Texas. He was a graduate of Texas Tech University in 1949 and he served as a bomber pilot in World War II. He retired as a Lt. Colonel in the Air Force Reserves. His wife of 60 years, a daughter and two grandchildren survives him.
Brost	2014	Senior Conservationist Ken Brost, (96½) of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on June 10, 2014. In 1966, he began his career as a contract specialist for USDA Soil Conservation Service in the Wisconsin State Office. Ken retired in 1979. He is survived by six children, Ken (Eileen) Brost Jr., Barbara (Bill) Sippel, Mary (Tom) Misco, Susan (Steve) Kluess, Paul (Debbie) Agarwal, and John England; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Jean (Sowle). He grew up in Cross Plains and Verona, WI. After high school graduation he joined the Civilian Conservation Corps and worked on CCC projects on Isle Royale, MI, and in a Milwaukee, WI County Park. In March 1941, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps then transferred to the Navy and joined the Pacific Theater in World War II. He wrote home to his family, "If I make it out of this "thing" alive, I'm going to make my life useful.” And he did. He earned his law degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1952 and worked as a claims adjuster, manager, and agency director for State Farm Insurance for 12 years. In 1966, he began his career as a Contract Specialist for USDA Soil Conservation Service in the Wisconsin State Office. During these years, in addition to their six children, Ken and Jean shared their home with over 50 foster babies, providing a temporary home before permanent placement by Catholic Social Services. He was elected the first president of the Wisconsin Federation of Foster Parent Organizations. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Blessed Sacrament School Educational Endowment Fund.
Brower	2003	Senior Conservationist Clayton Brower (84) passed away December 31, 2003. Clayton retired in Dec. 1974 as an Engineer in Ohio. His wife, Tempest, survives.
Browing	2015	Harry T. Browing (84) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away on Sept. 18, 2015. Harry was a Korean War veteran. He began his career with the Soil Conservation Service in April 1957 at the E&WPU in Upper Darby. He was an Engineering Draftsman throughout his career until he retired in 1986 from the NENTC in Chester, PA. Harry had an excellent knack of seeing how drawings should be organized. Harry was a plasterer by trade but his wife, Anne, was worried because drywall was replacing plastered walls in many areas and she wanted him to have a more dependable job. He and Anne were married 65-years. Harry is survived by Anne, his daughters, Nancy Synder and Dianne Gleason, and five grandsons and his sister May Kucher.
Brown	2016	Senior Conservationist William "Bill" Thelton Brown (97) passed away peacefully on Sept. 22, 2016, at his home in Fort Worth. Following Bill's longtime wishes, his body was donated to the UNT Health Science Center. Bill was born on a 40-acre farm in Pondtown, near Hartford, Alabama. After graduating in 1938 from Geneva County High School, he followed his dream and joined the Navy in 1940. During World War II, Bill served aboard the USS Louisville and the subchaser SC1302. While in the Navy, he exchanged letters for three years with a pen pal from Staten Island, NY, named Anne Scotto. After the war ended, he wasted no time getting to New York to meet the letter-writer. Bill said it was love at first sight, and they married eight months later, the day after Christmas, 1946. Bill entered Alabama Polytechnic Institute (Auburn University) on the G.I. Bill. Upon graduation, he spent his career with the Soil Conservation Service, first in Mobile County, AL, then in Texas. Bill and Anne settled with their family in Fort Worth in 1967. Bill was a devoted member of Genesis United Methodist Church. He was a dedicated blood donor. Bill is remembered by many as a member of the Employee Development Center in Ft. Worth. He provided training to new employees in the southern states. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife of 63 years, Anne Scotto Brown. Survivors include his son, William Scott (Nancy) Brown; his daughter, Lois Anne Brown; his four grandchildren, and his two great-granddaughters. A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will be announced at a later date.
Brown	2016	Senior Conservationist William "Bill" Thelton Brown (97) passed away peacefully on Sept. 22, 2016, at his home in Fort Worth. Following Bill's longtime wishes, his body was donated to the UNT Health Science Center. Bill was born on a 40-acre farm in Pondtown, near Hartford, Alabama. After graduating in 1938 from Geneva County High School, he followed his dream and joined the Navy in 1940. During World War II, Bill served aboard the USS Louisville and the subchaser SC1302. While in the Navy, he exchanged letters for three years with a pen pal from Staten Island, NY, named Anne Scotto. After the war ended, he wasted no time getting to New York to meet the letter-writer. Bill said it was love at first sight, and they married eight months later, the day after Christmas, 1946. Bill entered Alabama Polytechnic Institute (Auburn University) on the G.I. Bill. Upon graduation, he spent his career with the Soil Conservation Service, first in Mobile County, AL, then in Texas. Bill and Anne settled with their family in Fort Worth in 1967. Bill was a devoted member of Genesis United Methodist Church. He was a dedicated blood donor. Bill is remembered by many as a member of the Employee Development Center in Ft. Worth. He provided training to new employees in the southern states. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife of 63 years, Anne Scotto Brown. Survivors include his son, William Scott (Nancy) Brown; his daughter, Lois Anne Brown; his four grandchildren, and his two great-granddaughters. A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will be announced at a later date.
Brown	2011	Senior Conservationist Edwin V. Brown (89) of Bluffton and formerly of Montpelier, Indiana passed away February 14, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Emojean (Inskeep) Brown; and two sons; four daughters; 27 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Ed earned a B.S. Degree in Agriculture from Purdue University in 1943. He was a World War II U.S. Army Veteran serving his country for 3 ½ years in the South Pacific. A life-long farmer, Ed taught Ag Science in Jr. and Sr. high school for ten years in Wells County. Ed served as District Conservationist of SCS in 1959 being the first person to have served in that position in Jay County. He worked in SCS for over 20 years. Ed also served as Surveyor in Blackford County. Preferred memorials are to the Bethel Church.
Brown	2007	James C. Brown (J. C.) retired Assistant State Conservationist for Texas passed away August 13, 2007. J. C. was a graduate of Texas A & M University and worked for some 29 years at several locations in Texas, retiring in 1994. J. C. also served 29 years in the U.S. Army reserves, retiring at the rank of Lt. Colonel. He is survived by his wife Mary Lou, and one son, two daughters and seven grandchildren. J. C. will be remembered for his dedication, gentle spirit and his concern for finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease.
Brown	2006	Alanson W. “Lance” Brown passed away October 17, 2006 after a long illness. Lance was a native of Pearsall, Texas. He was a graduate of Texas A & I University at Kingsville. He began working for the SCS in 1952 and worked in Belton, Taylor and finally served as Area Conservationist at Austin. He retired in 1980 and continued a career as a farmer and rancher. After retirement he served as a Director of the Taylor-Austin Soil and Water Conservation District. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth in 1994. He is survived by his wife, Jane and four sons and seven grandchildren.
Brown	2006	Harold T. Brown (82) passed away June 29, 2006. Harold retired as an Assistant State Conservationist. His early career service was as an Engineer. He is survived by his wife, Charlene.
Brown	2006	George Brown (92) passed away April 1, 2006. George was the District Conservationist in Allegany County, NY at the time of his retirement in 1974.
Brown	2002	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Raymond S. Brown (95) passed away October 6, 2002. Ray retired as Ohio's State Conservationist in April 1970. He started his career as an engineer in the CCC camps in Illinois. Ray has been living in a nursing home in Wisconsin for the past couple of years. Condolences may be sent to Jerry Brown, W3314 Lake Forest Ln, Lake Geneva, WI 53147.
Brown	2001	Nan Brown (57) passed away August 14, 2001 after a long battle with cancer. Nan was the wife of Raymond N. Brown, Jr. who retired from the NENTC as Associate Director. Ray, three children and 2 grandchildren survive Nan. Memorial contributions may go to American Cancer Society, 11 Loomis St., Montpelier, VT 05602. Ray can be reached at 90 Sunset Ct. Shelburne, VT 05482
Brownfield	2014	Marjorie A. Brownfield (83) of Shelbyville, Illinois passed away peacefully on October 6, 2014, in Shelbyville Rehabilitation and Healthcare. She died of Lewey's Body Dementia. Her husband, Shelby, was the sole caregiver 24/7 for over four years. Marjorie was born in Jacob, ID. She was known by Marjorie Sullivan most of her career as a special education teacher. She married a school mate and longtime friend, Shelby H. Brownfield, of Boise, Idaho, on May 24, 2003, in Shelbyville. Shelby is an ARCSE member who retired as the State Soil Scientist in Idaho in 1986. They lived about one-half of the year each in Boise, Idaho and Shelbyville. They resided in a log home designed by Marjorie that she and her family built. She was a much loved friend and respected stepmother of Shelby’s five children and three stepchildren, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Marjorie received her bachelor’s and master's degrees in special education from the Illinois State University. She has traveled worldwide including two short term missions to Malawi, Africa where she taught in a Marian Medical Mission, Deaf School. Any gifts or donations can be given to First Presbyterian Church in Shelbyville, or Alzheimer’s Association. To send online condolences, visit www.lockartgreenfuneralhome.com.
Brownfield	2001	Joyce Brownfield passed away March 10, 2001. Joyce was the wife of Shelby Brownfield who retired in 1983 as State Soil Scientist in Idaho.
Bruce	1998	William A. Bruce passed away November 5, 1998. He retired as a Construction Engineer in Temple, Texas.
Brug	2012	Member William H. “Bill” Brug (80) of New Philadelphia, Ohio passed away in Cleveland Clinic September 2, 2012. After graduating from high school in 1951, Bill joined the United States Navy where he served his country for four years. He continued his formal education at The Ohio State University, graduating in 1959 with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. At OSU, Bill met his lifelong partner, the former Shirley B. Baker. He worked for SCS as a soil scientist throughout Ohio and Minnesota, retiring in 1987 as a Soil Survey Party Leader. He also shared his talents with the Soil and Water Conservation District as a supervisor. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Shirley; his son, W. Patrick (Bridgid) Brug of Los Alamos, NM; and four grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be directed to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 202 East High Ave., New Philadelphia, OH 44663, Community Hospice House, 716 Commercial Ave SE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, or the Norma Johnson Center, 2201-B Progress St., Dover, OH 44622.
Brugger	2005	Sam Brugger (79) was born August 4th, 1925 and passed away March 21, 2005 at a Nursing home in Camp Hill, PA. Sam died of Super Nuclear Palsy, a disease similar to Parkinson, which he had for about 10 years. He was good, mentally, but could not speak or eat solid food for over a year. His wife of 59 years, Bernice, went to see and help feed him every day.Sam was the Economist on the Planning Party in PA for many years. Frank Resides recalls "I met Sam in the summer of '62, when he and others came to Wellsboro, PA to work on the Marsh Creek Watershed in Tioga County. I went along with him to collect flood damage schedules for the economic evaluation. We worked together on several PA watershed projects, before I transferred to MD in 1965, but have stayed in touch ever since. We enjoyed many hunting and fishing trips, and had a few beers together from time to time. Sam was a great friend and co-worker, whom we will miss dearly." The family has asked that memorials go to: ASCERA Care Hospice, 4813 Jonestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17109Bernice lives at: 4721-A Charles Rd.Mechanicsburg, PA 17050Tel. 717 761 7647
Brull	2009	Robert F. Brull (86) of Hays, Kansas passed away October 27, 2009. He was a Soil Conservation Technician with the Soil Conservation Service in the Hays Field Office, retiring in 1984.
Brune	2011	Minnie M. Brune of Bucklin, Kansas passed away September 24, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband, Evain E. Brune, a retired SCS district conservationist in Kansas.
Brune	2010	Senior Conservationist Evain E. Brune (85) of Bucklin, Kansas passed away June 26, 2010. Evain retired as a District Conservationist with SCS in 1983. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Minnie Scott Brune.
Brunk	2008	Oral F. Brunk passed away May 11, 2008. Oral retired in Lyons, KS as the District Conservationist. He is survived by his wife, Doris, and 2 sons.
Brush	2005	Senior Conservationist John B. Brush (84) passed away October 19, 2005. John was under Hospice care at his home. He died just 3 days after his 84th birthday. He retired in Jan. 1980 as the Chief, Records and Communications, SCS. He served in several locations after starting his career with SCS in Illinois. He served in the US Navy in WW II, and Korea. He retired from the Navy as a Commander. John is survived by his wife, Laura, and children-Anita, Richard, and John and 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. John and Laura have lived in Florida since his retirement. He was buried back home in Illinois on Nov. 12th.
Brust	2008	Ken Brust (71) passed away Oct. 21, 2008. Ken was on the Snow Survey/Water Supply Forecasting Group in the Portland NTC at the time of his retirement. Ken is survived by his wife, Karen; son, Kirk; daughters Kristi Arey, Karla Smith, and Kellie Chambers; and 10 grandchildren.
Bryan	2012	Marie Bryan (89) of Fort Worth, Texas passed away January 5, 2012. She married Victor Hugo Bryan, Jr. on January 17, 1941 and they spent 69 wonderful years together before his passing at age 88 on January 26, 2010. Hugo retired from SCS in Fort Worth. Survivors include three children, nine grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Memorials: Any Alzheimer's Foundation or a charity of choice.
Bryan	2010	Hugo Bryan (88) passed away January 26, 2010 in Fort Worth, Texas. Hugo worked many years for SCS in Fort Worth where he retired. Hugo is survived by his wife of 69 years, Marie; son, Ronnie Bryan and wife Nora; daughters, Cheryl Chandler and husband Russell, and Phyllis Johnson, all from the Fort Worth area, eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Bryan	2009	Senior Conservationist Robert C. Bryan (87) passed away November 28, 2009 in Lexington, KY. He served in the Army Air Corp during WWII as a C-47 pilot in the European Theater and as a B-26 pilot during the Korean War. He graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1948 with a B.S. in agriculture. After serving as a soil scientist, agriculture economist, and in various management positions, he retired from SCS in 1977 as Chief of the Procurement Management Branch, Washington, D.C. After retirement he was active in several family businesses and Founder of the Lincoln County Educational Fund. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Betsy Pettus Bradshaw Bryan; three daughters—Rebecca Crunk of Fairfax, VA; Margaret (Paul) Champion of Greencastle, IN; and Marie (Kenny) Weaver of Elizabethtown, KY; five grandchildren and one great grandson. Memorials may be given to the Lincoln County Educational Fund, P.O. Box 423, Stanford, KY 40484.
Bryant	2013	Henry Harold Bryant Jr. (67) of Hondo, Texas passed away on August 25, 2013. Harold graduated from Stephen F. Austin in 1968 with a Bachelor of Forestry Degree. He earned a Master's Degree in Range Management in 1969. He retired from NRCS as District Conservationist with the Medina Valley Soil and Water Conservation District in 2005 with over 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Judith Ann (Bradley) Bryant, two sons, and one grandson. The family has set up a memorial account with the American Cancer Society in his name. Memorial donations may be made at http://main.acsevents.org/goto/hharoldbryant.
Buchanan	2017	James Bernard “Buck” Buchanan (93) of Somerset, Kentucky (formerly of West Liberty, Kentucky) passed away on January 28, 2017 at the VA Hospital in Lexington Kentucky. “Buck” was born in Hazel Green, Kentucky. He was a graduate of Wolfe County High School and attended Hazel Green Academy and Lees Junior College. He was a WWII veteran serving as a tank mechanic with the US Army’s 274^th Armored Field Artillery Battalion in France. After the war, he worked for E.V. Treadway Engineering Company and was the first city letter carrier for the USPS in West Liberty, Kentucky. For a time, he served as the basketball coach for the Wolfe County High School Boys basketball team. He retired from the USDA Soil Conservation Service as a Soil Conservation Technician in Pulaski after 23 years of service. During his life, he was an active member of the First Christian Church (Somerset, Kentucky) where he served as an Elder and participated in the Men’s Choir and the Sunday evening radio broadcast. After retirement, he served on the City of Somerset Planning and Zoning Commission, as well as the Pulaski County Conservation District Board of Supervisors. He is survived by his wife Billie Wrae (Hammond) Buchanan formerly of Cottle, Kentucky; son Richard Layne Buchanan of Somerset; daughter Mary Buchanan (Samuel) Moore of Columbus, Ohio; and three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Buie	2016	Susan Fern Buie (74) passed away October 1, 2016 in Somerset, Kentucky. Susan is survived by her husband, John Buie, retired Area Engineer with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. John may be reached at 265 Combs LN, Somerset, KY 42503.
Buie	2016	Susan Fern Buie (74) passed away October 1, 2016 in Somerset, Kentucky. Susan is survived by her husband, John Buie, retired Area Engineer with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. John may be reached at 265 Combs LN, Somerset, KY 42503.
Burbank	2004	Donald G. Burbank (81) passed away April 10, 2004. Don retired Sept. 30, 1980 as the State Conservationist for New Hampshire. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, sailing, gardening and carpentry. His wife, Dorothy, their 5 children and 12 grandchildren survive. The family suggests that memorials may go to Seacoast Hospice, 10 Hampton Rd., Exeter, NH 03837
Bureau	2018	Senior Conservationist Marvin Frances Bureau (92) passed away in his sleep April 23, 2018, at Brookdale Place of Wooster, Ohio after a brief period of declining physical health. He was married for 63 years to Jeannine Bureau (predeceased) and lived in Wooster since 1955. Marvin was born in the small, then bustling Ohio River town of Moscow. Marvin graduated in 1943, with a class of 11 from Moscow High School, and was immediately drafted into the Air Force, training as a radar technician. Through the years his family repeatedly heard the saying he noted while in training, “Cheer up! Everyone is of some value in this world — even if nothing other than to serve as a horrible example.” As the war was winding down, his B29 group was disbanded and he entered Ohio State University on the GI Bill, graduating with a BS in agronomy in 1950. While working on his MS there in soil chemistry, he met Jeannine. They were married in 1951 and lived in Columbus while he finished his thesis (typed by Jeannine) and then moved to Mount Gilead to work for the Soil Conservation Service. He worked for the SCS for 32 years, completing the soil surveys for four counties. In 1980, he left federal service to work for the Health Department of Wayne County. Shortly thereafter, he entered private consulting for the health departments of several counties. Marvin finally retired in 2011, after 63 years of professional soils work. In later years, they traveled as a couple to Hawaii and Europe, repeatedly to Alaska, and by small motor home around the country. They were active members at Trinity United Church of Christ of Wooster since 1956. Surviving are his son Jeffrey and wife, Linda (Hoffer) of Wooster, and a son, Todd and wife, Barbra (Belfield) of Hope, Alaska; a son-in-law, Robert Felty and wife, Kathy of Columbus; a granddaughter and three grandsons, Marvin was preceded in death by his dear wife, Jeannine, a daughter, Shauna, a brother and a sister. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Bureau	2013	Jeannine Jane Bureau (85) passed away October 16, 2013 at Brookdale Place of Wooster, Ohio after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by of husband of 63 years Member Marvin Bureau who retired as a soil scientist with SCS in 1980. Professionally, she worked for 17 years as a secretary for the Wayne Soil and Water Conservation District, followed by 31 years as secretary for Marvin's consultancy business as a soil scientist. Other survivors include son Jeffrey (Linda) of Wooster and son Todd (Barbra) of Hope, Alaska; son-in-law Robert (Kathy) Felty Columbus; a granddaughter and three grandsons. Jeannine was preceded in death by a daughter Shauna. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Asera Hospice 2820 West Market Street, Ste. 100 Akron, OH 44333 ph: 800-835-4594. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Burgess	2017	Marvin Kimzy Burgess (89) of Columbia, South Carolina passed away October 27, 2017 at home with family by his side. He was born in Big Lick, TN. Marvin was a BS graduate of Tennessee Tech with a Master’s degree from Indiana University. He was employed with the USDA Soil Conservation Service for 35 years, winning many awards including the National Award for Superior Service. He retired in 1985 as the State Resource Conservationist. He served in the Korean War and was a member of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Columbia. Surviving are his loving wife of 66 years, Dorothy Yowell Burgess, four children, Kim Burgess (Barbara) of Roanoke, VA, Steve Burgess (Teresa) of McDonough, GA, Brent Burgess (Debbie) of Carrollton, GA and Cindy Burgess McGougan (Joe) of Mt Pleasant, SC; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, seven nieces and two nephews. Memorials may be made to Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, 5637 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29212.
Burgett	2018	Danny Lee Burgett (64) from Hayden, Idaho unexpectedly passed away on April 20, 2018. Danny was born in Ellensburg, WA. He attended Washington State where he not only met his wife Julia but also majored in Environmental Science and Forestry. Danny joined the Forestry Service and later transitioned to the SCS, USDA/NRCS. From there he moved up the ranks and retired as Operations-Manager of Oregon’s USDA/NRCS in Portland after 34 years of government service. Danny is survived by his wife Julia, their two daughters Corinne Van Heel (Mark), Kayla Silva (Oz), three grandchildren, and three sisters. Danny was an avid outdoorsman and also a talented mechanic and a skilled wood worker. He was a man – or more appropriately a Superman - of many things. For more information or to send condolences or memories please email DBurgettMemorial@gmail.com
Burgher	2005	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist John Burgher (95) passed away in October 2005. John had a fall at his home and complications followed that lead to his death. John retired as an Engineering Technician in Illinois. He had served as an inspector on several watershed projects. John’s wife, Gladys, passed away several years ago. He is survived by his daughter, Martha.
Burkeen	2016	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist James O. Burkeen (92) of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away on May 29, 2016 at Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. He was a member of Reidland United Methodist Church and was a 1947 graduate of Murray State University with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. James was employed as a teacher in the Veterans on Farm Training Program in Trigg County and Fulton County and was employed by the U.S. Soil Conversation Service for 30 years serving as McCracken County District Conservationist for 26 years, retiring in 1988. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Julia Arnett Burkeen; a son, James McKinley Burkeen of Murrieta, California; two grandchildren, Nicolas and Leila Burkeen of Murrieta; and six nieces and four nephews. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Reelfoot Rural Ministries, 6923 Minnick Elbridge Rd., Obion, TN 38240 or Reidland United Methodist Church Helping Hands Fund, 5515 Reidland Rd., Paducah, KY 42003. Online condolences may be left at www.milnerandorr.com.
Burkett	2009	Charles Burkett, husband of Pat Burkett, passed away March 21, 2009 after a long illness with alzheimers. Pat worked at the Northeast National Technical Center and her address is 134 Davis Avenue, Broomall, PA 19008.
Burky	2011	Susan (Wagner) Burky (47) of Palmyra, Pennsylvania, formerly of San Antonio, Texas, passed away December 28, 2011. She currently was employed as an administrative operations assistant for NRCS. She is survived by her husband, Glenn Burky and two step children. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 433 East Main Street, Hummelstown, PA 17036.
Burns	2017	Leland Burns (93) Cheyenne, Oklahoma passed away on January 25, 2017. He retired as a Construction Inspector at age 50. Leland was born in Cheyenne, Oklahoma and graduated from Cheyenne High School in 1942. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served as a radar technician on the Niblack destroyer ship in the Mediterranean, as well as the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean. Leland participated in the invasion at Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944. While in the service, he was married to Bernice Colleen (Hawkins) Burns at Sayre, Oklahoma on June 5, 1943. After his discharge, he returned to Cheyenne where he and Bernice purchased their farm northwest of town and raised their family. They later purchased the bowling alley in Sayre, Oklahoma in 1980 and operated it until 1985. Leland loved fast-pitch softball and was known throughout Roger Mills County for his pitching skills. He is survived by his wife, Bernice, of the home; three children, Mickey (Janet) Burns, Minco, OK, Judy Wood, Kingfisher, OK, and Jim (Mary) Burns, Cheyenne, OK; seven grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.
Burns	2014	Patricia Burns (73) of Fairmont, West Virginia passed away on November 13, 2014 after a long struggle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Life Member Dave Burns who retired in 2003 as the IRM manager in West Virginia, and her daughter Stephanie Burns, of Morgantown. Patricia was a graduate of Morgantown High School. She was a member of the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women. She retired as an office manager at Jones Fur Service with many years of service. She was a member of the TOPS Club 0070. Patricia enjoyed volunteer work after her retirement. She was involved with the Fairmont-Marion County food pantry. She volunteered for the American Cancer Society where she proudly walked the survivors' lap at the Monongalia County Relay for Life for the past seven years. She was a loyal Mountaineer Fan and enjoyed going to home football and basketball games. Online condolences may be made to www.fordfuneralhomes.com.
Burns	2011	Darla Nan Muncy Burns (72) of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina passed away January 17, 2011. She was an elementary school teacher and a long time office manager for the American Cancer Society in Vienna, VA. Darla is survived by her husband, Dennie George Burns, who retired in 1994 as an Assistant Chief for SCS; a daughter, Deanna Marie (Steven) Wentz of Houston, TX; a son, David George (Sarah) Burns of Manassas, VA; and two grandchildren. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com. In lieu of flowers, remembrance donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Interfaith Community Outreach (ICO), PO BOX 838, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949.
Burns	2007	Ken Burns from Indiana passed away in the last year (reported 6/07).
Burns	2006	Senior Conservationist Kenneth C. Burns (91) passed away February 20, 2006. Ken retired in June 1973 as a District Conservationist in Indiana. His wife, Joan, survives.
Burris	2007	Robert “Bob” Burris (60) died suddenly October 4, 2007. Bob retired as Assistant State Conservationist in Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia, sons-Eric and Brooks and 4 grandchildren. The family suggests that memorials go to the Burris Memorial Academic Scholarship Fund, c/o Citizens Bank of Logan, 188 W Main St., Logan, OH 43138.
Burton	2017	Paul Lee Burton (75) of Wynnewood, Oklahoma passed away on July 30, 2017. Paul married Susan (Smith) Burton on June 14, 1974 in Sulphur, OK. He was a watershed inspector for the Soil Conservation Service and the Technician in Sulphur, Oklahoma when he retired. Paul was a member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church in Wynnewood, OK. He was preceded in death by his first wife - Georgia Mae Burton in 1973. He is survived by his wife Susan of their home in Wynnewood, OK; a daughter - Sharla Lunday (George) of OKC, OK; two sons - John Burton (Kristy) of Pottsboro, TX, Todd Burton (Malia) of Lakewood, CO; 10 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren - Please send online condolences to www.dearmanfuneralhome.com.
Burton	2012	Arlen V. Burton (81) of Louisa, Kentucky passed away October 15, 2012. He is survived by two daughters; Sherry Burton (William) Barker of Louisville, Kentucky and Sonya Burton (Ronald) Wedge of Charleston, West Virginia; and five grandchildren. After high school graduation he joined the United States Army to serve in the Korean Conflict for his country as a medical aid and attained the rank of Sergeant. Upon return to the U.S., he graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. Arlen worked for SCS as a District Conservationist and retired with over 25 years of service. He was a member of the Board of Supervisors with the Lawrence County Conservation District with 25 years of service, where he served as chairman for the past 5 years. He was also a member of Lawrence County Farm Bureau for over 26 years where he served as Vice-chair for the past year. He was a member of the Louisa United Methodist Church.
Burtschi	1998	Elder Statesman, William T. Burtschi (90) passed away February 9, 1998. He retired as State Engineer of Oklahoma.
Busch	2014	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Howard Busch (98) of West Chester, Pennsylvania passed away on September 15, 2014. Sara (94), his wife of 70 years passed away twenty days later on October 5th. He attended Pennsylvania State University and graduated with a degree in Forestry and a minor in Civil Engineering. Howard saw four and one half years in the service during World War II part of which was as an Infantry Company Commander with the 76 infantry Division of the Third U.S. Army in Europe. After the war he remained in the Reserves and retired with the rank of Colonel. His civilian career was with the Soil Conservation Service. Assignments included Lancaster, Glen Rock, Lock Haven, and West Chester in Pennsylvania; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Champaign, Illinois. Howard retired as Illinois State Conservationist in 1975 and moved back to West Chester, PA in 1978. He was a member of The Soil Conservation Society of America (in which he was elected a Fellow) and the American Forestry Association and was a Thirty Second Degree Mason. He was also a past Commander of the Philadelphia Chapter, Military Order of the World Wars as well as a trustee of the MOWW Memorial Fund. In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, H. William Jr. of Wilmington, DE, a daughter, Barbara A. of Albuquerque, NM, and two grandchildren and one great grandchild. Memorial contributions may be made to the Military Order of World Wars, for the "Memorial Fund for Patriotic Education," c/o Major William Magill, 312 Box Elder Drive, West Chester PA 19380.
Bush	2016	Edwin Bush (90) of Paris, Missouri, passed away on September 14, 2016 at Monroe Manor Nursing Home. Edwin was born in Stoutsville, MO. He married Hazel DeOrnellas on August 24, 1949 at Paris, MO and she preceded him in death on December 17, 2001. Edwin joined the Soil Conservation Service as the agency’s first part-time employee in 1965. He became a full time employee as a Soil Conservation Technician in 1967 and retired in 1989. He was a member of the Paris Presbyterian Church, where he served as Elder. Edwin was also a past member of Monroe County Saddle Club and Lions Club. He is survived by two daughters, two sons, eight grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Paris Presbyterian Church and Monroe Manor Nursing Home.
Bush	2016	Edwin Bush (90) of Paris, Missouri, passed away on September 14, 2016 at Monroe Manor Nursing Home. Edwin was born in Stoutsville, MO. He married Hazel DeOrnellas on August 24, 1949 at Paris, MO and she preceded him in death on December 17, 2001. Edwin joined the Soil Conservation Service as the agency’s first part-time employee in 1965. He became a full time employee as a Soil Conservation Technician in 1967 and retired in 1989. He was a member of the Paris Presbyterian Church, where he served as Elder. Edwin was also a past member of Monroe County Saddle Club and Lions Club. He is survived by two daughters, two sons, eight grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Paris Presbyterian Church and Monroe Manor Nursing Home.
Bush	2005	Thomas M. Bush, Jr. (87) passed away September 16, 2005. Mr. Bush was an economist on the Watershed Planning Party in Virginia when he retired.
Bushey	2017	Senior Conservationist Lawrence E. “Larry” Bushey (93) passed away peacefully on February 16, 2017, at Sanford Hospital, Bismarck, North Dakota, after a short illness. He graduated from Kenmare High School and North Dakota State University and spent three years in the US Navy in World War II. He worked for SCS in various locations in ND, and after he retired worked as a private land surveyor. He lived at home with his daughter until a week prior to his death. Larry is survived by two sons, Bruce, Tucson, AZ; and Jon (Jenny) , Salt Lake City, UT; one daughter, Lauri Desir, Bismarck; one brother; one sister-in-law; twelve beloved grandchildren living out of state; Sam Desir and Joey Desir formerly of Haiti, now Bismarck; and four precious great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Carol; his parents; one brother; one sister; and one son, Robert. Memorials can be made to Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation, Shiloh Christian School, or donor's choice.
Butler	2013	Wendell Butler (80) of Washington, DC passed away on April 12, 2013. Wendell retired as the NHQ Administrative Officer for the Soil Conservation Service in Washington, DC. He is survivied by his wife Katie Sturdivant Butler, four children, and seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The American Brain Tumor Association, 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 550 Chicago, IL 60631.
Butler	2011	Member and Senior Conservationist Walter L. Butler (87) of Shoals, Indiana passed away November 21, 2011 at his residence in West Shoals. Walter retired in 1991 as an engineering technician from SCS with the Paoli and Jasper Offices. He served his country during World War II in the United States Navy. He was a member of the Shoals American Legion Post #61 and attended the Shoals United Methodist Church. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 61 years, Betty of Shoals and numerous nieces and nephews and near friends.
Butler	2010	Clyde Larry Butler (72) passed away April 14, 2010. Larry was a soil scientist with SCS in the Jonesboro field office, Jonesboro, Louisiana. He retired in February 1988.
Button	2014	Helen Connelly Button (85) of Richmond, Virginia passed away on April 9, 2014 after a second battle with cancer. Helen graduated from Longwood College in Farmville, VA and was a retired school teacher. She was predeceased by her son, Louis Stanley Button III of Richmond. Helen is survived by her husband of 62 years, Louis Stanley (Curly) Button Jr., former State Conservation Engineer, of Richmond. Also surviving are her daughter, Helen Rebecca (Thomas) Cournow of Stevensville, Md; sons, John Connelly (Rosemary) Button of Madison, NC and Thomas Robert (Heather) Button of Millford, VA; a granddaughter and three grandsons. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fellowship Fund at Westminster Canterbury.
Byrd	2017	Clifford “Cliff” Harry Byrd (73) of Casper, Wyoming passed away February 15, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Clifford was born in Okanogan, Washington. He graduated from Washington State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy. He worked for the USDA-Soil Conservation Service (now Natural Resources Conservation Service). During his career he worked in Mansfield, Davenport, Okanogan, Clarkston, and Ephrata, Washington and moved to Sundance, Wyoming in 1978 and finally to Casper in 1984. After 32 years of service, Clifford retired in 1999 as the State Administrative Officer. Clifford's hobbies were hunting and “Fixing Things,” especially cars. One of his favorite sayings was "If man made it, then it will come apart and I can fix it," and he could. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mary Ann Byrd; two sons; a daughter; and eight grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick's “Blessing Fund” or Casper's Meals on Wheels in Clifford's memory.
Cagle	2016	John Sherman Cagle, Jr. (87) of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away on December 24, 2016 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. John was born in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. On July 5, 1958, he married Vivian Melissa Gray who preceded him in death. He graduated from Oklahoma State University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology. He was the state geologist for the USDA Soil Conservation Service during the period when most of the watershed dams were planned, designed, and constructed in Oklahoma. John retired in 1990. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma and an avid Cowboy fan. He is survived by one daughter, Lori Strickland; and husband Parker of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and two grandchildren. Condolences may be emailed to the family and an online obituary viewed by visiting www.strodefh.com.
Cagle	2016	John Sherman Cagle (87) of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away on December 24, 2016 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. John was born in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. On July 5, 1958 he married Vivian Melissa Gray. After graduating from Wilburton High School, he continued his education at Oklahoma State University where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Geology. He worked as a Geologist for the USDA Soil Conservation Service where he engineered many bridges and dams across Oklahoma. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma and an avid Cowboy fan. He is preceded in death by his spouse. He is survived by one daughter, Lori Strickland and husband Parker of Tulsa, Oklahoma; and two grandchildren. As a memorial, the family requests that all do something for their families that will be a treasured memory. That is the memorial John would have wanted. Condolences may be emailed to the family and an online obituary viewed by visiting www.strodefh.com.
Calhoun	2015	Herman H. Calhoun (80) of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away at his home on January 24, 2015, surrounded by family after a short illness. He graduated from Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana, in 1958 and was a civil engineer with the USDA Soil Conservation Service for over 35 years. Herman worked in four states and completed his career in that agency's national office in Washington, D. C. Prior to his retirement in 1990, he received the Secretary of Agriculture's Superior Service Award. After retirement, Herman and his wife moved to Lynchburg where they restored an historic home in the Garland Hill neighborhood, and he served as a volunteer with the Lynchburg Museum System for 14 years. His main hobby in retirement was restoring vintage light fixtures, lamps and clocks. Herman is survived by his wife of 60 years, Frances, by one daughter, Gayle Calhoun and her husband Aubrey O. Friedhoff III; a granddaughter, two step granddaughters, and five step great-granddaughters. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Lynchburg Humane Society. Online condolences may be submitted to www.whittenparkavenue.com
Call	2011	Senior Conservationist Richard W. Call (89) of Los Molinos, California passed away March 31, 2011 in Chico. He attended Utah State Agricultural College in Logan, Utah, graduating in 1943 with a major in agricultural science and a minor in military science. After graduation Richard entered the U.S. Army and served as a combat infantry officer in France, Germany and Austria. He was awarded the Bronze Star. He married Lorene Donaldson in 1944. He and his wife have four children. He remained in the Army following the WWII serving as a liaison pilot at Fort Benning GA. He retired from SCS in 1978 as an Area Conservationist. After retirement, he farmed full time in Tehama County, California. An oral history of Richard’s life is posted at http://rwcoralhistory.blogspot.com/
Camp	2011	Roberta Camp (81) of Temple, Texas passed away October 26, 2011. She was the wife of Joe Camp who retired from SCS in 1980. They lived in Marfa, Van Horn, Pecos and San Marcos before moving to Temple in 1974.
Campbell	2016	Charles “Charlie” Campbell (80) of King George, Virginia passed away in the company of his loving family on February 8, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Carol Campbell. Carol, an ARCSE member, retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1992 as a procurement analyst in the Administrative Services Division. He is also survived by seven children, Charlie’s three, Daniel Campbell, Deanna Olson, and Douglas Campbell, and Carol's four, Michael Moseng, Pamela Odle (Scott), Timothy Moseng (Joan) and Laurie Strickland (Travis). Survivors also include 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and many other family members and friends. Charlie retired from the Government Printing Office after 31 years of service before enjoying 24 years of retirement. He enjoyed dancing, golf, boating, and traveling, but his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his large family and many friends. In lieu of flowers; memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, www.alzfdn.org or the St Anthony of Padua, “Building Our Future,” campaign, 11 S. Irving Ave., Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Please sign the online guestbook at nashandslawfh.com
Campbell	2012	Richard W. Campbell (74) of Mahomet, Illinois passed away June 7, 2012. Dick is survived by his wife of 55 years, Elsie Mae Campbell who retired from the Personnel Staff in the SCS Illinois state office in 1993. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of the Lake Church, Mahomet, or to that of your choice.
Campbell	2010	Duane E. Campbell (78) passed away June 2, 2010 in Meade, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict. He worked for SCS, as a soil conservation technician, retiring in 1994. Duane is survived by his wife of 54 years, Beverly Campbell, a son, David Campbell of Olathe; two daughters, Linda Campbell of Red Oak, TX and Lisa (Tom) Hogan of Cimarron; and two granddaughters. Memorials may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, Lutheran Hour or the Meade District Hospital.
Campbell	2000	Floyd W. Campbell (80) passed away November 27, 2000 at his home in Strafford, VT. Floyd was the first SCS’er selected for the Harvard School of Public Administration. Floyd retired in 1973 as an assistant to the Administrator from the National Office. Earlier he had served on a special assignment from Secretary of Agriculture Freeman to review the Forest Service. He was the State Conservationist in Maine 1960-1965. His wife, Kathleen, and their 6 children survive him. Memorials may go to Friends of Morrill Homestead, PO Box 98, Strafford, VT 05072.
Cape	2002	Charlie B. Cape (89) passed away January 30, 2002. He retired as a Soil Conservationist. Charlie started his career with the CCCs at Bartlett, TX after having worked in Knox City, Memphis, and San Benito, TX.
Carlen	2010	Calvin Carlen (91) of Ft. Worth, Texas, husband of Thelma Carlen, passed away June 4, 2010. Thelma and Calvin had enjoyed 28 years of marriage together.
Carlile	2010	Keith “Wayne” Carlile (85) of West Lafayette, Indiana passed away January 31, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He worked for 19 years as a Soil Conservation Technician for SCS in Williamsport, IN. He served in the Army in WWII, in Okinawa, as a sergeant from 1944 to 1946. Surviving with his wife of 62 years, Wilma Claire Fletcher, is a son: Gary (wife Jeanie) Carlile, of Houston, TX; 2 daughters: Joyce Houser of Port Huron, MI, and Amy Carlile, of Indianapolis; and six grandchildren. Memorials can be made to the Volunteer Dept. of Indiana Veteran’s Home, Trinity Presbyterian Church in West Lebanon, IN, and/or Martha’s Pantry, Williamsport Methodist Church. Share memories and condolences to www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com.
Carlson	2015	Zilda Carlson (89) passed away July 26, 2015 in Boise. She worked for SCS in Lewiston, Idaho, and later married Mel Carlson, SCS woodland conservationist. Zilda and Mel spent many happy years together camping hiking and traveling throughout many countries of the world.
Carlson	2008	Carl A. Carlson (83) passed away August 13, 2008. Carl was the State Geologist in North Dakota. He retired in 1978. His wife, Jean, passed away in 1996. He is survived by 2 sons-Jon and Eric.
Carlson	2006	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Mel Carlson (92) passed away January 8, 2006. Mel retired in June 1974 as the State Forester for Idaho. He started his career in the CCC’s at a camp near Salmon, ID. He is survived by his wife, Zilda, daughter Janice Walters and 2 stepdaughters. Memorials may go to the Idaho Conservation League, 710 N 6th St., Boise, ID 8370.
Carlson	2004	Clarence Carlson passed away October 19, 2004. Clarence retired from SCS in October 1986 after his career as a Conservation Technician in Utah. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jean.
Carlton	2014	Honorary Life Member and Senior Conservationist Earl Parker Carlton (97) of Carrollton, Ohio passed away on December 2, 2014 in his home with his family at his side. He was husband of the late Marie Carlton, his wife of 60 years. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 1941 and remained a loyal Buckeye throughout his life. Earl served as a Naval Officer in the Pacific during WW II. Returning home, he began a 27 year career with the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in Summit County. In 1952, he began yearly plantings of Christmas trees on Mrs. Carlton’s grandparents’ farm in Carroll County. The trees were harvested and sold by his family in the Cuyahoga Falls area. Eventually his three sons joined him in partnership. The farm and business grew and Carlton Tree Farms Inc., a tree farm nursery, developed. Earl served on the Ohio Reclamation Board of Review for 25 years. He received numerous awards including being named to the Conservation Hall of Fame and the Christmas Tree Growers Hall of Fame. He belonged to and held leadership positions in many organizations including Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of Carrollton First United Methodist Church and was a 70 year Mason. He was an avid bridge player. He is survived by three sons Rick (Cathy), Ron (Judy), Bruce (Catherine), all of Carrollton and one daughter, Linda Haskett (Jim) of Stow; nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice, 789 N Lisbon, Carrollton, OH 44615.
Carlz	2013	Ruth Ione (Gilbert) Carlz (89) of Champaign, Illinois passed away October 8, 2013 at Bickford Cottage Assisted Living. She was predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Ralph E. Carlz, in 2003. Ruth worked at the USDA Soil Conservation Service in Tuscola and then in Champaign. She was also preceded in death by one son, Roger Carlz and a granddaughter, Loretta Carlz. Survivors include a son, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made directly to St. Matthew Parish Nurse Program, 1303 Lincolnshire Drive, Champaign, IL 61821.
Carmack	2009	Patsy Blount Carmack passed away April 12, 2009 in Spokane, Washington after an extended battle with ovarian cancer. Patsy is survived by her husband Joe Carmack, retired State Conservation Engineer in Spokane, Washington and National Water Management Engineer in Washington, DC. Joe is still in Spokane but makes several trips each year to the family farm in Tennessee. Remembrances in Patsy’s name may be made to one of the following: Spokane Valley Church of Christ, P.O. Box 99, Spokane Valley, WA 99016 or Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center through the following web link or address: Patsy Carmack’s Memorial or Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Contributions, J5-200, P.O. Box 19024, Seattle, WA 98109-1024.
Carper	2003	Thelma Evelyn Carper (75) passed away November 29, 2003. Thelma worked for SCS as a secretary and editor. She retired from the WNTC. Survivors include five sisters and two brothers.
Carson	2008	Senior Conservationist Kermit Langford “Kit” Carson (99) passed away December 1, 2008. Kit was a pioneer conservationist, living and working across Texas, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado as a civil engineer in SCS, retiring in 1973. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Erna; his children, Karen Robinette, of San Antonio, TX, Dr. Paul Carson, and wife Pat of Ann Arbor, MI and David Carson, and wife, Anne, of Boulder, CO; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Carstens	2007	Marion Carstens (90) passed away September 4, 2007. Marion retired in March 1976 from the Idaho Snow Survey Section following 20 years with that Section. During her time with Snow Survey the groundwork was laid for the technological changes that moved data collection from manual measurements to the automated SNOTEL system.
Cartagena	2015	Alberta Josephine (Keech) Cartagena (84) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on September 18, 2015. She was born in Lincoln. Alberta retired from the U.S. Soil Conservation Service as a cartographic supervisor. After retiring from the government, she continued her working career at Tabitha Health Care Services. Alberta was an artist, who loved to paint, quilt and write poetry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos Cartagena. She is survived by her children, Steven and Teresa; daughter-in-law, Lori; and two grandchildren. The family requests memorials to the American Heart Association.
Carter	2006	John B. (J.B.) Carter passed away May 14, 2006. Mr. Carter was 83 and living in Orange, Virginia, at the time of his death. Mr. Carter retired as a Soil Scientist in Virginia.
Carter	2004	Elmer R. Carter of Illinois passed away. - reported Aug 2004
Carter	2001	Statesman Meril G. Carter (88) passed away June 26, 2001. Meril retired in January 1976. He had been an Area Conservationist at Uvalde and Austin, Texas.
Case	2018	Michael James Case (67) of Greensburg, Kansas left this world for heaven on July 18, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the youngest of four boys. He earned an Associate Degree from Kansas Technical Institute. Prior to college, Mike spent four years in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Okinawa and Guam during the Vietnam conflict. After his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Mike spent 21 1/2 years in the Air National Guard. Mike’s civilian job was with the Natural Resources Conservation Service as a Soil Conservation Technician. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Jan, of the home; his daughter, Bethany (Micah) Wood of Satanta, Kansas; his son, Barrett (Meghann) Case of Rich Hill, Missouri; five grandchildren, one brother. Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church, Greensburg and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, in care of Fleener Funeral Home, PO Box 41, Greensburg, Kansas 67054.
Case	2003	Dexter Case (60) passed away October 12, 2003. Dexter retired from the Engineering Division on 1/2/99 as the National CADD Coordinator. His wife, Jeanne, survives. Her address is: 1202 Kentmorr Rd, Stevensville, MD 21666
Casey	2018	William Hunter Casey (96) of Lexington, Kentucky passed away on May 9, 2018 at Thomson-Hood Veterans Center in Wilmore. Born in Mercer County, he was a United States Army Air Corp Veteran, a graduate of the University of Michigan and a State Wildlife Biologist with the USDA Soil Conservation Service. Bill was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church and an avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors, in addition to his wife of seventy years, Thelma “Jean” Casey are, two sons: Daniel H (Michelle) Casey of O’Fallon, IL and David K. Casey of Lexington, and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother: James H. Casey and a half-brother: Travis Casey. To share your memories or to leave a message for the family, please visit: www.alexanderandroyalty.com
Cash	2009	Clifton Franklin Cash (87) passed away May 16, 2009, at Johnson Regional Medical Center in Clarksville, AR. He was long time District Conservationist at Clarksville, AR. He was a member of the Clarksville Lions Club, where he received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award, the Clarksville First United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, American Legion and DAV and was an Army veteran, having served as a medic paratrooper. Survivors include his wife, Pauline Bandy Cash; a daughter, Fonda Cash of Hot Springs; a son, Gary Cash of Clarksville; and three grandchildren.
Casteel	2006	Billy Casteel (79) passed away in March 2006. Billy retired in Nov. 1990 as a District Conservationist in Texas.
Cavanaugh	2015	Member and Senior Conservationist John Patrick Cavanaugh (89) of Chino Valley, Arizona passed away on July 23, 2015. Pat was born in Van Hook, North Dakota. He was called Pat since his birth because of five other Johns in the family. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus. He was the oldest of six children. Pat served in the Navy in WWII. After his honorable discharge, he married his first wife, Julia V. (Kina) Edmunds. He attended Montana State College in Bozeman, Montana using the G.I. Bill. He went to work with the USDA Soil Conservation Service. He retired in 1989 as a Planning Engineer at the SCS National Technical Center. After retiring, he worked as a consultant for FEMA. His career took him throughout the U.S. and to several foreign countries. Following Kina's passing, after 56 years of marriage, Pat found love again and married his second wife, Joyce E. Gray. They shared 11 years together. He is survived by his second wife, Joyce; seven children - Michael (Rose), Arlys (Richard), Kathleen (Ronald), David, John Jr. (Tammy), Susan (Kim), and Christopher (Jochebed); three stepchildren - Edward (Patricia), Michael (Karen) and Patricia (Ronald); 24 grandchildren; 12 step grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; 31 step great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
Cave	2007	Jasper R. Cave (74) passed away November 11, 1007. Jasper retired as Soil Conservation Technician in Allegheny County, North Carolina. He was a quiet Christian gentleman who always had a big smile. He was a native of Surry County. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, of 46 years and one daughter and two sons and their families. Also surviving are three sisters and two brothers.
Celotto	2007	Grace Celotto passed away February 2, 2007. Grace was on the staff at the NENTC for many years.
Champeon	2017	Patricia Lee Champeon (80) of Glenburn, Maine passed away on August 17, 2017 at Dirigo Pines, Orono, ME. She died after a long battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). She was born in Lewiston, ME, Pat attended schools in Hartford, CT; Old Town and Bangor before graduating from Berkeley HS, CA in 1956. She married Alfred J. LeClair of Orono in July 1956 and they had three children. That marriage ended in 1978. She married ARCSE member D. Bruce Champeon in November 1983. In 1997, after a 25-year career in personnel and administration with USDA, Soil Conservation Service / Natural Resources Conservation Service in ME and NH, Pat retired as Assistant State Conservationist for Administration. Survivors include three children, Deborah J. Emero (Tom) of MA, Brian T. LeClair of FL, and David J. LeClair (Gail) of FL.; her husband Bruce; two stepsons, Steven J. Champeon (Heather) of NC and Kenneth A. Champeon of ME; seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, a brother, and a stepsister. Those who wish to remember Pat in a special way may make gifts in her memory to CurePSP, 30 E. Padonia Rd., Suite 201, Timonium, MD 21093. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
Champion	2003	Boyd Champion of KY passed away recently (2003).
Chapman	2005	David Chapman passed away June 15, 2005. He had been fighting lung cancer and finally lost the battle. David was the son of Wayne and Pat Chapman. Wayne retired in Nov. 1989 as a Soil Conservationist in the National Office. Surviving are his wife, Karen, a daughter, his parents and 2 sisters. Memorials may go to Lung Cancer Support Community, PO Box 1205 Euless, TX 76039 or Massey Cancer Center, The Thomas Palliative Care, PO Box 98037, Richmond, VA 23298-0037.Our beloved son David went to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening, June 15, and he is at peace. David was an optimist and a fighter and he never gave up. He was in great pain and had fought long and hard with great courage for over two years. We and his sisters and wife were blessed to be at his side in his final moments and to see that old pleasant, peaceful look on his face when he went to heaven.When David was in 9th grade, he did some research on trumpet players in heaven, and he told us then that someday he would be one of them. Heaven has a new trumpet player now. Thank you, everyone, for your prayers, good wishes, and happy memories of our very beloved son David. - Wayne and Pat Chapman
Chastain	2016	Fred Chastain (91) of Cleburne, Texas passed away January 23, 2016. He was born in Wills Point, Texas. He served his country in the United States Army. Fred was a member of the Cleburne Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was preceded in death by two wives, Juanita and Lois; daughter, Karen Sue Morgan. Fred is survived by his wife of eight years, Diann Wilmart of Keene; a son, and three grandsons. Diann worked for the Soil Conservation Service at the South National Technical Center.
Chavez	2011	Antonio "Tony" Chavez (79) of Salina, Kansas passed away October 23, 2011. Tony served more than 20 years in the United States Army and retired at the rank of Sergeant First Class. After his military career, he worked as a supply clerk for SCS. He was preceded in death by a son, and is survived by his wife, Rachel, six children, 15 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. To leave condolences for the family, please visit www.ryanmortuary.com
Chavis	2011	Rudolph Chavis (77) of Lumberton, North Carolina passed away December 6, 2011. He was retired as an engineering technician and construction inspector with SCS. He is survived by his wife, Helen B. Chavis of the home; a son, James Rudolph Chavis of Lumberton; two daughters, Wanda K. Rhoades of Lumberton and Alicia C. Davis of Shannon; six grandchildren, and a great-grandson.
Cheek	2002	Joan Cheek passed away in August 2002 after a lengthy illness. Joan was the wife of Charles Cheek in Ponca City, OK. Charles had been an engineer in Kansa for many years before moving to Oklahoma. She is survived by Charles and one son, Randy.
Cheetham	2006	Robert N. Cheetham (85) pased away August 11, 2006. Bob was the State Geologist in Wisconsin at the time of his retirement from SCS. He is survived by his wife Evonna Marie.
Chelf	2011	John Vincent Chelf (82) of Wewoka, Oklahoma passed away August 18, 2011. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma State University in agriculture. He was a district conservationist with SCS. John served in the U.S. Army as staff sergeant during the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his wife of 53 years Neva of home; two sons, and six grandchildren. An online guestbook is available at www.PhillipsFuneralService.com
Chessmore	1999	Walter Chessmore passed away on August 8, 1999. Walter was head of the training unit at the South NTC for many years.
Childers	2011	Jim Childers passed away Thursday, July 14, 2011 after a very long struggle with his health. Jimmy retired in October 2005. He was the Agronomist for the Alice Area, and then the Corpus Christi Zone. Arnold King shared Jimmy Childers was a highly respected agronomist who did a lot to promote conservation tillage in South Texas. He lived in Corpus Christi while he worked in Alice and Calallen, and is survived by his wife Billie. Jim will be cremated and Billie will take him back to Kentucky to be buried with his mom and brother. Billie’s mailing address is 4209 Congressional Dr.; Corpus Christi, TX 78413.
Choate	2017	James Hubert Choate (91), of McAlester, Oklahoma passed away at a local convalescent home on July 22, 2017. Hubert was born in Luther, the youngest of twelve children. He was baptized in the First Baptist Church in Tishomingo in 1939. On August 27, 1978, he married Jacqueline Steward in El Reno. She had two daughters who survive: Denise Nick (John) of McAlester and Jamie Lynn Condray (Jason) of Weatherford, Texas. He is also survived by two step-grandchildren, and six step-great-grandchildren. He retired on January 3, 1985 after working 31 ½ years with the USDA Soil Conservation Service in the El Reno office. He then worked 10 years in real estate appraising while waiting for Jacque to retire so they could travel and be with family more. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, and four sisters. http://www.bishopfuneralservice.com/obituary/james-hubert-choate
Christensen	2009	James E. Christensen (80) passed away March 17, 2009 in St. Paul, MN. James worked for SCS for 34 years. He served in various positions in Nebraska and retired as the economist for Ohio and the lower half of Michigan. He then returned to the family farm near Wolbach, NE. After serving two years in the U.S. Army, he attended the University of Nebraska where he graduated with distinction. He is survived by his wife, Joan of 50 years. Memorials are suggested to the Wolbach Methodist Church.
Christenson	2004	James Christenson passed away recently (Jan 2004). Jim has been retired for a number of years. Prior to his retirement he was in the New Hampshire State Office in the B&F Section.
Christman	2012	Richard Lee Christman (86) passed away September 18, 2012. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture from The Ohio State University. Richard proudly served our country in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict, and he continued his service in the Naval Reserves. He worked as a soil scientist for the State of Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Anne Christman, two sons, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Visit www.schoedinger.com to extend condolences.
Churchman	2015	Ralph Eugene Churchman (72) of Salina, Kansas, passed away on October 24, 2015. Ralph was born in Decatur, Illinois. He worked for Leon Dinkel for over 30 years and then started Excel Security Systems in 2000. Survivors include his wife, Karen of the home, two daughters of Salina, Kansas, and four grandchildren. Ralph was the spouse of Karen Churchman, who served a number of years in the NRCS Kansas State Office as the Secretary for the State Conservationist. Memorial contributions may be made to Salina Breakfast Ambucs in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401.
Claasen	2006	Marla Lee Claassen (53) passed away May 30, 2006. Marla was a Contract Specialist with SCS/NRCS. She worked in Idaho, New Mexico, National Office, Kentucky and back to Idaho. She started her career as the Secretary for the Idaho Engineering Office. She fought a long battle with cancer. She was a friend, a dedicated person and a joy to be around. She is survived by her 2 brothers and a sister. The family suggests that memorials go to the Mountain States Tumor Institute, 100 E. Idaho, Boise, Idaho 83712.
Clark	2013	Mary Francis Clark of Omaha, Nebraska passed away on Feb 1, 2013. She was the wife of Bill Clark.
Clark	2012	Member John Benson Clark, Jr. (81) of Columbus, Ohio passed away May 27, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Mary Pierce Clark; sons, Roger A. of Columbus and David (Renee) of New Philadelphia, OH; step-children, Kathryn (Ian) Jackson of Clearwater, FL, Andrew D. Graham (Shannon McLaughlin) of Columbus, Robert Pierce Graham (Marsha) of Mt. Pleasant, S.C.; and one granddaughter. John received a B.S. in Agriculture from The Ohio State University in 1954. He was a veteran of the 17th Inf. Regt. Korean Conflict. He retired after 36 years with USDA, primarily serving as the State Conservation Programs Specialist for the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service. He served past president of the All Ohio Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society and in various leadership roles with his church and several civic organizations. In lieu of flowers, donations are asked to Upper Arlington Lutheran Church, Kobacker House, 3595 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, 43214, or National Parkinson Foundation, 2800 Corporate Exchange Drive, Ste. 265, Columbus, OH 43231.
Clark	2005	Marilyn Clark (84) passed away October 15, 2005. Marilyn worked in several locations in Illinois as an Area Clerk. Her last position was at Carbondale, IL.
Clark	2000	Senior Conservationist Dexter M. Clark (90) of Oneonta, Alabama passed away January 17, 2000. Dexter was a conservation technician with SCS, retiring in 1980.
Clarke	2013	Andrea Clarke (53) of Charles County, Maryland passed away on November 27, 2013. She worked as an energy analyst for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. She attended the University of Maryland and Montana State University, and received her PhD from Colorado State University. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Chestnut Land Trust, P.O. Box 2363, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or ACLTweb.org.
Claughton	2007	Stephen G Claughton (69) passed away October 17, 2007. Steve was Design Engineer in the Amherst, MA office and retired in 1995. He is survived by Carol, his wife of 40 years, daughters Sarah and Dana and son Stephen. Steve was a man who held dear many things in this life, his faith, family, and friends.
Clause	2015	Mark Clause (78) Sioux City, Iowa passed away on September 25, 2015. He was the husband of Judy (Rathel) Clause. She was an Area Clerk in Sioux City.
Clay	2004	Senior Conservationist James E. Clay (95) of Huntsville, Alabama passed away September 30, 2004. He was a soil conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1975.
Clayton	2012	John Oliver (Jack) Clayton (77) of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away December 26, 2012 after battling lung cancer. He is survived by Barbara (Parker) Clayton, his wife of 16 years; and former contract specialist with SCS, two children, and three step-children, sixteen grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mt. Carmel Hospice, 6150 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43213. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com.
Clayton	2012	Jack Paul Clayton (80) of Chickasha, Oklahoma passed away February 20, 2012. He served in the United States Air Force where he was an aircraft mechanic in the Korean War. Jack attended the University of Oklahoma on the G.I. Bill earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Geology. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service as a geologist at the Chickasha Watershed Office. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Vicki Clayton, in 2002. Survivors include: Daughter: Lisa Clayton and husband Jeff Kemp; daughter: Celia Clayton Lowry and husband Greg Lowry; and four grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, American Heart Association, or the Epworth United Methodist Church.
Clegg	2000	Donald A. Clegg passed away February 17, 2000 in Pickerington, Ohio. His last assignment was Watershed and River Basin staff leader in Columbus, Ohio. He served in the US Air Force during World War II.
Clement	2004	Aaron Clement passed away April 22, 2004. Aaron spent many years as a Soil Scientist working in the west part of Tennessee.
Clements	2005	Senior Conservationist Alvin (Buck) Clements (87) passed away at his home on December 7, 2005. He retired from SCS in July 1975 as Assistant State Conservationist in OK. His wife, Irene, survives.
Clemons	2004	Jesse Clemons passed away recently (reported 6/04). Jesse was a Soil Conservation Technician at Cathage, TN.
Clifford	2004	Senior Conservationist John Clifford (83) passed away in late February 2004. John retired as a District Conservationist in Kentucky in June 1977. His wife, Virginia, survives.
Close	2008	Dolores "Dodo" Close (80) passed away Feb. 23, 2008. She was a Secretary in the LA State Office. She retired in June 1986.
Closner	2004	Forrest Closner passed away in late Nov. 2004. Forrest retired out of the Idaho State Office. Earlier he was an Area Conservationist in that state.
Clowdus	2005	Ruby Clowdus (83) passed away August 22, 2005. Two grandsons, 2 granddaughters, 11 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, a sister, and a nephew survive her.
Clum	2005	I. Ross Clum (81) passed away November 8, 2005. Ross worked for SCS for 30 years in Allen County, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, 2 sons, daughter, 10 grand children and 18 great grandchildren. Condolences may be sent to Dorothy Clum, 977 N. Hardin Rd., Ada, OH 45810. Memorials may go to the building fund for St. Paul Methodist Church. Ada, OH.
Clyde	1972	George Dewey Clyde passed away in 1972. Born in Mapleton, Utah, he graduated from Utah State Agricultural College with a bachelor's degree in agricultural engineering. Clyde joined the Utah State faculty in 1923 and was dean of engineering at the school from 1935 to 1945. From 1945 to 1953, he worked for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service. He was Head SCS Research and was located in Logan, UT. An expert on water, he became director of the Utah Water and Power Board in 1953 and helped to initiate the Flaming Gorge and Glen Canyon dams. He later became Governor of Utah.
Coates	2009	Senior Conservationist Lacy W. Coates (92) passed away May 19, 2009 in Clayton, NC. He retired in 1973 as an economist with SCS on the River Basin/Watershed Planning Staff in Raleigh, North Carolina. He is survived by his daughters, Marie Coates Smith and husband, Richard of Raleigh, Marcia Coates Grimsley of Clayton and son Everette Lacy Coates and wife, Deborah of Clayton, brothers, Edwin Coates of Raleigh and Bryan Coates of Spartanburg, SC. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
Coats	2008	Ted Coats (90) passed away February 29, 2008. Ted retired from SCS as a Construction Inspector at the Grenada, MS office. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Audrey; son, Filo; and 2 grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Gideon's International, PO Box 36, Grenada, MS 38901 or to the Friendship Baptist Church, 475 Pearidge Rd, Grenada, MS 38901.
Cockrell	2001	Freddy Cockrell passed away February 22, 2001. He retired as Assistant State Conservationist in Kentucky in 1996. Earlier he held the positions of District Conservationist, Area Conservationist, and State Resource Conservationist in Kentucky. He also spent time with TVA. Memorials may go to the American Cancer Society.
Coffield	2002	William H. Coffield passed away August 28, 2002. Bill was an economist and Watershed Planning Staff Leader. He retired in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Fran.
Coffing	2014	Member Charles H. Coffing (72) of Covington, IN, passed away on May 10, 2014 in Fountain County, IN. He first married Ruby Yang who preceded him in death. He later married Faith "Jody" Tanesky on September 1, 1984. She also preceded Charles in death. He is survived by his three children, Rachel Sueann (Nick) Hilweh of Oregon, Angelia K. (Chris) Compton, also of Oregon, and James Frances (Angela) Coffing of Ft. Wayne, IN; a stepson, Dave (Marge) Smith of Ft. Wayne, IN; and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brianna. Charles served his country by enlisting in the US Army where he was a Green Beret in the Special Forces. He served active duty from 1960-1967 and later retired from the reserve. Charles was a Covington High School Graduate and earned his bachelor's degree from Purdue University. He worked with the US Department of Agriculture as a certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control and was a member of the Soil and Water Conservation Society. Charles was a pilot and had a passion for flying. He was a member of the EAA and enjoyed skydiving. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Cohee	2001	Melville H. "Mel" Cohee (91) passed away January 14, 2001. Mel was born April 17, 1909, and was reared on a north central Indiana crop and livestock farm. He was a graduate of Frankfort, IN high school, and received BSA (1931) and MSA (1932) degrees in Agricultural Education and Economics from Purdue University. He worked on his PHD at the University of Wisconsin (Madison). In 1933, he helped develop the first ever watershed soil erosion and flood control program for the Coon Creek Watershed, Coon Valley, Wisconsin. In 1936 he moved into the Soil Conservation Service, Washington, DC office in its Erosion Control Practices Division. In mid-1938 he traveled and researched past conservation laws, procedures and operations in seven central European countries to gain experiences about their governmental and land owners cooperative conservation endeavors for potential application in the US. After he retired from SCS in Dec. 1965, he did consultant economics work with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. He was a senior economist consultant with FAO of United Nations. Mel is the author of about 50 technical publications and articles. He was active in professional civic organizations as a charter, lifetime, and fellow award status membership in the Soil and Water Conservation Society. He was a member of Issak Walton League of America. Mel was also a Mason, an honorary Kentucky Colonel, and member of First United Methodist Church, Madison. He is survived by two sons, Roger and Kent. Memorials may go to the Viola G. Cohee Memorial Fund, SWCS, 7515 NE Ankeny Rd., Ankeny, OH 50021.
Cohen	2017	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Herman Charles Cohen passed away in his sleep on November 28, 2017 at an age of over 100. He had a distinguished career in soil and water conservation and natural resource planning before retiring from the Soil Conservation Service in 1979 as a Water Resources Specialist. He retired first to Orlando, Florida, and then to Sun City, Arizona. Herman was born in Los Angeles to Jewish immigrant parents from Eastern Europe. The primary language spoken around the home was Yiddish. He attended the College of Agriculture in Davis, California, then a part of the University of California, Berkeley. He graduated in 1940, becoming the first college graduate in his immediate family. While in college, Herman took up boxing, then an intercollegiate sport. Because of his great ability to knock his opponent out cold, he had the nickname “cold cockin’ Cohen.” After college, Herman worked on the Census of Agriculture for the U.S. Census Bureau in Washington, DC. But his career in agriculture was interrupted by World War II. He enlisted in the Navy in 1942, serving as a hospital corpsman (medic). He served during most of the war on the U.S.S. Baltimore, a heavy cruiser, in the Central Pacific and South Pacific Theaters. He suffered shrapnel wounds to his legs caused by an incorrectly timed fuse while on board. At one point, near the end of the war, the U.S.S. Baltimore narrowly averted a Kamikaze strike. Herman developed malaria during the war and had recurrent, but gradually diminishing, bouts with it after the war. When the war was over, Herman met and married Evadna Fern “Sissy” nee Tull and became a farmer with a small farm in San Mateo County, California. He also worked part time for the USDA Soil Conservation Service (SCS). At his wife’s urging, he eventually went to work for the SCS full time. Herman considered himself Jewish. At the age of 98, Herman converted to Christianity, was baptized, and became a member of the Grace Bible Church. Herman’s wife Sissy passed away in 2006 after over 60 years of marriage. Herman is survived by his sons Michael P. Cohen and Jerry D. Cohen (wife Susan D. Cohen), his step-daughter Nell Morris, a grandson, and a great grandson.
Cole	2008	Bill Cole, Sr. (85) passed away September 15, 2008.
Coleman	2018	Roger D. Coleman (95) of Oskaloosa, Kansas passed away on January 29, 2018, at the Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care Center in Kansas City, MO. Roger was born in Atchison, KS and was a graduate of Atchison High School. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy from Kansas State University and a Master Degree in Public Administration from UMKC. He was an Eagle Scout. He served In the US Navy from 1941 to 1946 and was stationed in Eureka, CA at a Lighter than Air Base and on the USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier as a part of the occupation forces in Japan. Roger farmed at Larkinburg, KS for a few years after graduating from KSU. In 1959 he began working for the USDA Soil Conservation Service (NRCS) in Olathe, KS. He filled several roles including District Conservationist and Resource Conservationist for the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. He retired in 1992. Roger was a member of many organizations including being the oldest member of the Oskaloosa Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow. He was a member of the Soil Conservation Society of America and a founder and former president of the Kansas Wildflower Society. He served on the Jefferson County Conservation Board as a supervisor and won several soil conservation awards though the years. He was also a member of the Oskaloosa United Methodist Church and served on several different boards. Roger married Maxine Grace Davitt while they were in college at KSU on December 23, 1947. She preceded him in death in 1973. He married Jacqueline Louise Merryfield in August, 1974. She preceded him in death on September 9, 2007. He is also preceded in death by a son Doug Coleman. Survivors include a son Donald (Patricia) Coleman Lenexa, a daughter, Janis (Terry) Abramovitz, Shawnee, seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oskaloosa United Methodist Church or Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care sent in care of the funeral home PO Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS 66066. Online condolences may be made at www.barnettfamilyfh.com
Collier	2002	Mary Parrot Collier passed away recently. She retired as the Financial Officer in the State Office at Temple, Texas.
Collier	2000	Billy W. Collier (74) passed away January 29, 2000 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He began his career with SCS during 1953 in the Administrative Services section of the Oklahoma State Office.
Collins	2016	Mike Collins (59) of Alamosa, Colorado, died in a snowmobile accident on February 27, 2016 in the Snowy Range, west of Laramie, Wyoming. He grew up in the Livonia, Michigan area and went to college at School Craft College in Michigan and then transferred to the University of Wyoming where he received two Bachelor’s Degrees in Soil Science and Ag. Mech. in 1980 and 1981. Mike worked for the Northern Gas Company while in Laramie. He then worked almost 29 years for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service where he enjoyed his work as a Soil Scientist and Soil Conservationist. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Stacy Stapp Collins; son, Dustin Collins of Cody, Wyoming; daughter, Michelle Collins of Laramie, Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Soil and Water Conservation Society.
Collins	2016	Donald Collins (71) of Houlton, Maine passed away on May 2, 2016. He had been a District Conservationist for NRCS in Houlton, and an RC&D coordinator in Presque Isle. He was born in Rumford, Maine. Donnie received a degree in Agriculture Resource Economics from the University of Maine in 1973. He was employed by the USDA Soil Conservation Service until his retirement in 2009. He worked in the Field offices of Bangor, Caribou, Machias and Houlton. Donnie was an active member of the Houlton United Methodist Church, past president of Vital Pathways and current President of Houlton Community Golf Course. He participated in many other community organizations, including the Board of Directors for Big Rock Mountain. He was the recipient of the Paul Harris Fellowship Award in 2012 from the Houlton Rotary Club. Donnie is survived by his wife of 51 years, Marion Morgan Collins; a son, a daughter, and two grandchildren children of Easton, PA. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Catherine Louise Collins; and his brother, James, who passed away Sunday, May 1, 2016, just one day before his own passing. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Donnie's memory payable to Vital Pathways. Online condolences and guest book: dunnfuneral.com.
Collins	2009	Robert E. Collins (73) longtime District Conservationist at the Middlebury Vermont Field Office, passed away February 17, 2009. He started his career as the youngest DC in the state at the age of 28 and served in the leading dairy farming county of Addison for more than 36 years, becoming known as “Mr. SCS”. After retirement he served as ARSCSE State Rep for Vermont for several years. He also served his country in the military retiring as a major in the Army Reserve. He was active in his community serving as a member of a variety of committees and organizations. He leaves behind his loving wife of 53 years, Mary Lew, three children and their families. Contributions in his memory can be made to Friends of Middlebury Hockey, MSC Addition, PO Box 835, Middlebury, Vermont 05753.
Collison	2006	Senior Conservationist Frederic Earl Collison (85) of Carmel, California passed away October 27, 2006. He was an area conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1976.
Colson	2009	Clay Alton Colson (93) of Brodhead, Kentucky passed away October 12, 2009. After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture from Berea College in 1937, Colson received a Master of Science in Agronomy from the University of Kentucky. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Colson joined SCS in 1947 and served as the Rockcastle County Soil Conservationist for 31 years. After retirement, he served in numerous farming, civic, and church leadership roles. He was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Nellie Foster Kluttz. He is survived by four sons — William of Hastings, Nebraska, Robert of Westport, Conn., Charles of Salt Lake City, Utah, and David of Brodhead, Ky-- 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kentucky Christian Assembly, P.O. Box 71, Brodhead Ky. 40409, or the charity of one’s choosing.
Colvin	2011	Garland P. Colvin (76) Shreveport, Louisiana passed away April 27, 2011 at his home. He served in the United States Marines from 1953 to 1957. He worked for SCS for 34 years in several locations in Louisiana. He retired as an Area Conservationist in 1994. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gay Denham Colvin and two daughters.
Colwell	2008	Lela L. Colwell (83) passed away June 11, 2008. Lela was a payroll auditor for SCS in the Temple, TX office for 30 years. Survivors are her husband of 65 years, Thomas; daughters, Nancy Bales and Theresa Riley; 7 grandchildren; and a great grandchild. Memorials may go to Hewitt Community Church, PO Box 638, Hewitt, TX 76643.
Combs	2014	John Combs (88), passed away on June 29, 2014 at Hilltop Home of Comfort in Killdeer, ND. He worked the majority of his SCS career at the Killdeer Field Office. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ferne; daughter, Carolyn Moyer of Colorado Springs, CO; step-daughters Doreen (Dale) Orf of Grassy Butte, ND; Candace (Charlie) Jerke of Florence, MT; step-son, Kenton Nordin of Glendive, MT; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a step-son, two brothers and a sister.
Compton	2004	Claude K. Compton (76) passed away suddenly on December 7, 2004 at Nacogdoches, TX. Claude was a graduate of Texas A & M University and had a Masters degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. He began his career with the SCS in Nacogdoches and spent 40 years, serving as a Soil Conservationist, District Conservationist, Area Conservationist and Agronomy Specialist. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and the East Texas Wood Workers Club. His wife, Martha Ann, 2 daughters, 2 stepdaughters, and a brother survive.
Compton	2000	Lawrence V. Compton (93) passed away February 8, 2000. Lawrence was the National Biologist at the time of his retirement in 1974.
Conner	2010	Warren R. Conner (81) of Wakeeney, Kansas passed away May 19, 2010. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 1951 with a bachelor's degree in soils. He retired from SCS in 1987. Warren is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jeanne Custer Conner; two sons Reed (Denise) and David (Christina); two daughters, Christin Conner and Kim (Allen) Randles; and two grandchildren.
Conroy	2003	John Conroy of IL passed away recently (2003).
Converse	2003	Henry Converse of Paducah, KY passed away recently (2003). He was a retired Soil Scientist.
Cook	2016	Lulu M. Cook (75) of Harrisburg, Missouri, passed away at her home on Sunday, March 27, 2016. Lulu was born in Houstonia, MO. She was married on October 4, 1958 to Hubert D. Cook in Smithton, MO who preceded her in death on March 6, 2004. Hubert was an SCS technician in the state office. She is survived by a son, a daughter, and three grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Coyote Hills Children’s Home, 9501 Coyote Hills Rd, Harrisburg, MO 65256. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.
Cook	2015	Kevin Ray Cook (46) of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away on June 11, 2015 in Rochester, MN after a brief illness. He was a member of the Glencoe Church of Christ. He graduated from OSU in 1991 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering. His career with the USDA began at the state Agricultural Research Station in 1986 and continued at the NRCS until his death. He could honestly refer to it as a “dam” good occupation with many “dam” good co-workers. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Brent and Lyndsie; and his mother and sister. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Kevin Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund established at Glencoe Public Schools, 201 E. Lone Chimney Rd., Glencoe, OK 74032
Cook	2006	Ed P. Cook (68) passed away May 30, 2006. Ed started his engineering career with SCS in Illinois. He served as a Planning Engineer for a number of years prior to accepting a position in the National Office in the River Basin Division. He later transferred to the Nevada State Office. His wife, Mary J., survives. Also surviving are children and grand children. The family asked suggests that memorials may go to Habitat for Humanity. Cards may go to the family at 2119 Leisure World, Mesa, AZ 85206.
Cook	2006	Honorary Senior Conservationist Merwin B. Cook (92) of Vero Beach, FL passed away January 22, 2006. At the time of his retirement in 1973, he was a planning engineer with SCS and began his career with SCS in Kansas.
Cook	2004	Hubert Cook (64) passed away March 6, 2004 of colon cancer. Hubert retired after 37 years of service with most of his career on the river basin planning staff in the Missouri state office as an engineering technician. He is survived by his wife, Lu Cook, 13351 N. Patton Road, Harrisburg, MO 65256.
Cooper	2014	Walter F. Cooper (80) of Morganton, NC, passed away on March 5, 2014. Walter retired in 1988 as Area Conservationist in Waynesville, NC. Prior to transferring to North Carolina in 1979, Walt worked in Missouri and several locations in Ohio. He was a native of Kentucky and graduated from Berea College in 1954 with a B.S. degree in Agriculture. On his college graduation day, he married his wife, Emma. He served in the U.S. Army in Korea, and upon his return he began his career with the Soil Conservation Service. In addition to having a passion for bluegrass music, Walter was a postmark collector with a collection of over one million postmarks from all over the world. He spent many volunteer hours with the Postmark Collectors Club and at the Postmark Museum in Bellevue, OH. As a result of his hobby and his love of rural places, he visited all 3,144 counties and equivalents in the United States and six continents, including Antarctica. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Emma; daughter Amy Cooper (Tony) Outlaw of Atlanta, GA; son Alan (Janet) of Great Mills, MD; and four grandchildren.
Cooper	2013	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist John Cooper (93) of Point Pleasant, West Virginia passed away peacefully in his sleep, on September 14, 2013. After home-schooling by his mother, he attended a two-room school in Cox's Mills, and graduated at the age of 16 from Glenville High School. He graduated from WVU in 1940 with a degree in agriculture and began work in Taylor County with the Farm Security Administration, the forerunner of the Farmers Home Administration (FHA). In 1942, John volunteered for duty in the U.S. Navy as a radio man on the battleship USS New Jersey, where he served in more than 20 combats in the Pacific Theater, including the Battle of the Philippines. He received nine major battle stars. John took great joy in being on the battleship's radio, and being the first person on the battleship to learn the Japanese had surrendered. Following his honorable discharge in 1945, he resumed employment with the FHA in Beckley, WV. In 1947 he took a job with the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS), which assigned him to Spencer, West Virginia, in Roane County. He retired from the SCS in 1979. John was active in many religious and civic organizations throughout much of his life. He had a particular interest in older farmers and did a series of articles in The Point Pleasant Register on Mason County farmers who were octogenarians, in addition to his weekly articles, which totaled around 20 years writing newspaper articles. He was selected by the SCS to train newly-hired SCS agents, and he tutored 12 new professionals during his SCS career. He was also founder in 1995 of “Life, Liberty, and Freedom,” an organization to preserve the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights. Later, a second chapter was organized in Ohio and a third in Charleston, WV. At the age of 92 he was inducted into The West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame at WVU Jackson's Mill in 2012. John is survived by his children, Rev. John and Dr. Elizabeth Cooper-Martin of Rockville, Maryland; and Mary Jane and Richard Cole of Pinch, West Virginia; and six grandchildren. Mr. Cooper was preceded in death by his wife, Mary. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church building fund in Point Pleasant, or the charity of their choice in memory of their father.
Cooper	2011	Nancy Cooper of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away December 27, 2011. Nancy is survived by her husband Jim who retired from Soil Conservation and Application Division in the National Office of SCS in 1986, after serving in positions in Michigan & West Virginia. Donations can be made to the Morgantown, WV Hospice.
Cooper	2002	Senior Conservationist Joseph T. Cooper (95) passed away December 13, 2002. Joe retired from SCS in May 1969 as a Construction Engineer in Texas. His three sons, William, Robert, and James, their wives, and daughter Martha Jo Turner survive him. The family suggests that memorials go to a charity of your choice.
Coover	2009	Senior Conservationist James Robert Coover (89) passed away August 24, 2009 at Pleasant Manor Health and Rehab. Born York County, Pennsylvania, Jim received his BS in forestry from Penn State University. He served in the Army Air Corps 86th Fighter Bomber Squadron during WWII in North Africa, Sicily and Italy. After the war, he worked for the USDA SCS as a soil scientist in Waxahachie, Lubbock and Temple, Texas. From 1966 to 1970 he served as an irrigation specialist for the United States Agency for International Development in India. He returned to Texas and worked until his retirement for SCS as Principal Soil Correlator for the Southeast US region. During his retirement he was also an agricultural consultant to several countries. Jim enjoyed being retired and developed many hobbies including fishing, bird-watching, collecting arrowheads, reading and traveling. He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years in 1995, his son David Coover, and daughter Paula Bennett. He is survived by his daughter Eileen Berger, six grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.Condolences may be made at www.bozemitchellmckibbin.com.
Cope	2004	Ray Cope (88) passed away December 19, 2004. Ray retired as the National Grout Engineer in May 1987. Ray, who was born in Hirschberg, Germany, provided a unique and special skill to SCS. Ray’s wife, Gabriele, died some time back. Memorials may go to the Gabriele Cope Fund at Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Copeland	2010	Honorary Senior Conservationist Paul Copeland (94) passed away May 21, 2010 at his home in Pauls Valley, OK. Paul received a B.S. in Agriculture from Oklahoma A&M in 1939 and began a career with the SCS. He served for 42 months as an U.S. Army officer in the infantry forces in the Southwest Pacific Theatre during WWII, seeing action in the New Guinea and the surrounding islands. Paul retired as the district conservationist in Pauls Valley after having served with the SCS in several other locations in Oklahoma. He retired in 1975 with 35 years of service and went to work at his farm raising cattle. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Francis. He is survived by his son, Glen (Sharon) Copeland, a grandson, and two step grandchildren. You may send a condolence to the family at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com.
Coppinger	2008	Sham H. Coppinger (73) of Claremore, Oklahoma passed away December 3, 2008. He retired from SCS.
Cora	2013	Donald L. Cora (79) of Lancaster, Kentucky passed away on September 18, 2013. He was the husband of Life Member Andrea Cora who retired in 1997 as an Administrative Assistant with NRCS. A man of many trades, he left big city life behind and bought a farm in Garrard County, Kentucky in 1972 and put down roots. He was a retired builder and craftsman. He leaves behind his beautiful bride of 60 years, Andrea (Maheras), two children, Reno John (Kathy) Cora of Mt. Sterlling, KY and Barbara Cora (Richard) Mayerick of Vienna, VA, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and countless family and friends. A Life Celebration was held at the family home. Donations to the American Heart Association were preferred instead of flowers.
Corbin	1998	P. B. Corbin passed away January 6, 1998. He retired as District Conservationist at Rustin, LA.
Core	2005	Margaret Core (92) passed away March 2, 2005. Margaret was the wife of Ed Core. Ed died in 2003. He retired as the Head, Engineering and Watershed Planning Unit in Portland, OR. Her daughter and son and five grandchildren and six great grandchildren survive her.
Core	2003	Edwin J. Core (91) passed away November 9, 2003 in Beaverton, OR. Ed retired as the Head, Engineering and Watershed Planning Unit, Portland, OR. He was a very special leader and an inspiration for young engineers and others that worked with him. His wife, Margaret, a son, a daughter, 5 grand children, and 3 great-grandchildren survive him. Memorials may go to -- Doernbecher Children's Hospital Foundation, 1121 S.W. Salmon Street, Portland, OR 97205.
Corley	2006	William H. Corley (82) passed away February 1, 2006. William retired as an Engineering Technician in VT in 1984. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, two daughters, one son, and their families.
Corpstein	2015	Kenneth Corpstein (74) of New Albany Mississippi passed away on Oct. 7, 2015. He was born in Tipton, Kansas. He graduated with an agriculture engineering degree from Kansas State University and served in the Army Reserves. He worked as a hydraulic engineer with the Soil Conservation Service in Salina, Kansas, and transferred to New Albany in 1979 where he retired after 31 years of service. Ken loved helping people and served in leadership roles at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Union County Good Samaritan Center and Habitat for Humanity. He was honored as a United Way Community Hero in 2008. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen Corpstein, his four children and six grandchildren.
Corthell	2008	Robert A. Corthell (87) passed away March 8, 2008. Bob retired as a Biologist for SCS in the Portland, OR NTC. He is survived his companion, Lorraine Johnson, children-David, Alisa Geary, and Katie Corthell, and by 5 grandchildren. Memorials may go to the Coos Bay Chapel, Coos Bay, OR.
Cosby	2015	Jasmine M. Cosby (20) of Columbus, Ohio passed away on March 2, 2015. She was a member of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, Anointed Ministries, and a junior at Ohio University in Athens. She is survived by her loving family, parents, Terry and Brenda Cosby; and brothers, Terrance and Cory Cosby. Terry is the NRCS State Conservationist in Ohio.
Cosby	2001	Earl Cosby passed away March 10, 2001. Earl was State Conservationist in Georgia at the time of his death. Earlier in his career he held that same position in Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife, Vickie, and their family.
Cott	2007	Clyda Cott (88) passed away January 11, 2007. She had been in bad health for some time. Her husband, Hubbard “Hub” Cott retired from SCS in 1980 after a career that took him to Kansas, N. Dakota, S. Dakota, Iowa, 3 years in India and then back to Kansas. Hub died in 1984. Clyda is survived by 2 sons, Kenneth and Paul, a daughter, Su Piccioni, and seven grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Memorials may go to the Stanton Co. Library, PO Box 480, Johnson, KS 67855.
Cott	1984	Hubbard Y. Cott passed away March 15, 1984. He was an Engineer and was located in KS and India.
Counce	2016	Richard Crosby Counce (85) of Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri passed away on October 28, 2016 in Laurie Care Center. He was born in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Richard is survived by his wife of 61 years, Phyllis, of the home; a daughter, a son, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Dick was a graduate of Hayes Center High School. He was drafted into the United States Army where he attained the rank of Corporal in two short years. He was honorably discharged and returned to the family ranch. He operated the cattle ranch and farm until 1977, at which point he became an auctioneer and opened an auction house in Franktown, Colorado. He later worked as a Soil Conservation Technician for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Dodge City, Kansas, where he won numerous awards, retiring in the early 2000s. Dick moved to the Lake of the Ozarks in 2005. He was a member of New Life Church of the Nazarene in Camdenton. He was also a sixty-one year member of the American Legion, and was a past member of the Elks Lodge. Memorial donations may be made to the STAFF Animal Care Center and left at the church. Online condolences maybe left at www.alleeholmanhowe.com.
Counce	2016	Richard Crosby Counce (85) of Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri passed away on October 28, 2016 in Laurie Care Center. He was born in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Richard is survived by his wife of 61 years, Phyllis, of the home; a daughter, a son, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Dick was a graduate of Hayes Center High School. He was drafted into the United States Army where he attained the rank of Corporal in two short years. He was honorably discharged and returned to the family ranch. He operated the cattle ranch and farm until 1977, at which point he became an auctioneer and opened an auction house in Franktown, Colorado. He later worked as a Soil Conservation Technician for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Dodge City, Kansas, where he won numerous awards, retiring in the early 2000s. Dick moved to the Lake of the Ozarks in 2005. He was a member of New Life Church of the Nazarene in Camdenton. He was also a sixty-one year member of the American Legion, and was a past member of the Elks Lodge. Memorial donations may be made to the STAFF Animal Care Center and left at the church. Online condolences maybe left at www.alleeholmanhowe.com.
Courtney	2002	Theresa Celine Courtney passed away August 9, 2002 after an extended illness. Celine started her career with SCS in 1971. She later served as the SCS-Colorado IRM manager. She retired from NRCS in 1994. Her husband, Tom, survives.
Cowan	2016	Dr. C. Michael Cowan (78) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on November 9, 2016. Mike graduated in 1968 with a Ph.D in Zoology/Physiology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. While attending the University, Mike was a starter on the 1957 Nebraska football team. After serving in the Marine Corp Reserves, he set off on a series of adventures that would lead him all over the world. He panned for gold in Idaho, traversed the mountain ranges of Colorado, and worked in the oceanography department at Columbia University-New York. While in residence there, he accompanied an expedition to Central America, was lost for three days in the Bermuda Triangle, and survived a hurricane at sea. He served as professor of biology at Nebraska Wesleyan. Ultimately, Mike retired as an IT professional from the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Survivors include: wife, Cherie Cowan of Lincoln; two daughters; two sons; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Memorials to Pius X High School, Science Department. Online condolences can be left at www.bmlfh.com.
Cowan	2000	Thomas E. Cowan (83) passed away on June 28, 2000. Tom was an Engineering Field Specialist in Texas at the time of his retirement January 1974.
Cowles	2004	Janet Cowles passed away April 9, 2004. Her husband, Donald, retired from SCS as a Soil Scientist in July 1975. Don and Janet wintered in AZ and spent their summers in Auburn, WA. Don has sold the AZ residence and will live in the Auburn home.
Cox	2016	John Robert Cox (71) of Gassaway, West Virginia passed away on March 11, 2016, with his family by his side. John served in the United States Navy from 1964 to 1967. He graduated from West Virginia University School of Forestry in 1972. In 2009, he retired from the federal government after a career with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. John was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He loved to travel and was a supporter and leader of 4-H and a 4-H All-Star. John was a member of the Gassaway United Methodist Church. Surviving John is his wife of almost 51 years, Rhonda K. Cox; son, Jeffrey Cox (Shelly) of Kenna; daughter, Melissa (Mike) Duty of Gassaway; son, Eric Cox of Boston, Mass.; six grandchildren; and a great-grandson. Also surviving is his mother and stepfather, Jane and Frank George of Walton. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Livestrong.org. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.
Cox	2015	Senior Conservationist Arlie Ray Cox (89) of Cuba, Kansas passed away on March 25, 2015. He was born in Haddam and grew up in that area. He attended the Crescent Country School and Haddam High School, graduating in 1942. After high school, he joined the army Oct. 14, 1944 as part of the U.S. Army Infantry stationed in Luzon Philippines. He served in WWII until Nov. 17, 1946. He married Annemay Kennedy Oct. 10, 1947. The couple made their home on a farm north of Haddam with two children Lonnie and Kayleen. He was a farmer. After a back injury, in 1954 he purchased a pool hall in Haddam, and the family moved to town. He sold the pool hall in 1959, went to work for Boeing Aircraft, and moved his family to Douglass, KS. While working for Boeing, the family lived in several states: Hagerman, NM, Caribou, Maine, and Douglass, KS. He began working for the Soil Conservation Service in August 1961 and moved to Ness City. After a short time in Ness City, KS, he was transferred to Meade, KS where he and his family lived for 37 years. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service Oct. 5, 1985 as a Soil Conservation Technician. His wife died in 1997. He married Dorothy (Rott) Zenger on Nov. 7, 1998 and moved to Cuba. He was a life member of the American Legion. He was instrumental in establishing the Avenue of Flags in the Haddam cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son Lonnie (Pattie), daughter Kayleen and Clell Miller, 14 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren, two step sons, and a step-daughter. Memorials to the church or Meadowlark Hospice.
Cox	2012	Donald Quinten Cox (61) of Canyon, Texas passed away March 8, 2012. He graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in range management. After several years working with SCS and University of Texas Lands, he retired in Canyon. Survivors include his wife, Dee of 40 years; two daughters; six grandchildren, and his mother, Leona Terry of Matador.
Cox	2011	Senior Conservationist William Joseph Cox (87) of Salem, Oregon passed away February 20, 2011. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 57 years, Willoma in 2002. In November 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was stationed in the South Pacific as a member of the fighter squadron VMF 312, completing his tour in the invasion of Okinawa and being discharged in November, 1945. He acquired a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Missouri with a degree in agriculture in 1949. Upon graduation, he was employed teaching in the Veterans on Farm Agriculture program. After moving to Oregon in 1952 he started his career with SCS as a conservationist, working throughout the State of Oregon, as well as being selected to work in Pakistan for 2 years in the "On Farm Water Management" project. Returning to the United States he was assigned to SCS West National Technical Center in Portland, Oregon, with responsibilities in 13 western states. He retired after 30 years of service. After his retirement he became restless. In 1984 he and Willoma joined the Peace Corps. He was assigned to the Dept. of Land Development and Willoma as a Nutritionist was assigned to the County Extension Department. They spent a total of seven years in Thailand. He is survived by his wife, Tina J. Cox, of Salem; sons, Stephen P. Cox of Kaslo, B.C., Canada; Greg A. Cox of Bend, Oregon; daughter, Patricia A. Jones, of Salem, Oregon; step-daughter, Christina M. Jensen; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Cox	2002	Willoma I. Cox, passed away December 18, 2002 in Salem, Oregon. Willoma was married to William J. Cox for 57 years. He retired from the WNTC in 1982. They served as Peace Corps volunteers in Thailand for six years.
Cox	1996	Gene H. Cox passed away June 23, 1996. He was State Resource Conservationist and was located in HI.
Crabtree	2000	William E. Crabtree (77) passed away on September 18, 2000. Bill retired after 30 years of service as the State Design Engineer in Tennessee. He earlier had worked in Texas.
Craft	2013	Life Member and Senior Conservationist Robert E. "Bob" Craft (87) of Savoy, Illinois passed away on May 20, 2013. Bob graduated from the University of Illinois, where he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and began working for the USDA as a soil conservationist. He was in the Navy and was a part of the Korean War and World War II. He was honorably discharged. His career with SCS included a training position in the Champaign County, District Conservationist in Douglas County, and as the Information Specialist in the Illinois SCS State Office. After retiring in 1985, Bob was a Member of the Association of Retired Soil Conservation Service Employees and served as the Illinois Representative to ARSCSE. He was involved in as many civic, professional, and social activities as he could possibly be in. Bob loved to fish and do geocaching. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Betty Kipfer Craft. He is survived by a daughter, Joanna (Lloyd) Ochsenschlager; a son, Jeff Craft; and another daughter, Jennifer (Pat) DelRio; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Craft	2011	Betty B. Craft (81) of Champaign, Illinois passed away December 5, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 62 years Bob Craft, a retired public affairs specialist with SCS and one time ARCSE state representative for Illinois. Other survivors include two daughters, a son, four grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Betty attended Illinois Wesleyan University and graduated from Northern Illinois University. Memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, Champaign; Carle Hospice, 206A W. Anthony Drive, Champaign, IL 61822; or the donor's choice.
Craft	2010	Senior Conservationist Edward E. Craft (89) passed away August 29, 2010 in Belhaven, NC. Ed retired as a Soil Conservation Technician in Plymouth, NC. He worked his entire 30+ year career in Washington County, retiring in 1975. Mr. Craft was a World War II veteran, enlisting in the U.S. Navy in October, 1939 and served until November 5, 1945. As First Class Boatswain Mate, he served on the Destroyer, USS Lang 399. After Pearl Harbor, he served in South Pacific on 13 campaigns and received a bronze star. Surviving along with Mr. Craft’s wife Joan are two sons: Danny (Brenda) Selby of Belhaven and Timmy (Georgie) Selby of Belhaven.
Craig	1997	Senior Conservationist Johnston C. Craig (90) of Laverne, California passed away August 27, 1997. Johnston was an area conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1964.
Crain	2011	Senior Conservationist Wilbur Crain (91) passed away January 6, 2011. Wilbur retired in 1979 as a design engineer on the SCS Indiana State Office Engineering Design Staff. He attended Purdue University, earning a B.S. degree in Agricultural Engineering. He worked on the Paoli, Indiana Area Staff before transferring to the State Office. Wilbur's work is etched on the engineering plans for many, many projects in Indiana. Condolences may be directed to his wife Dorothy at 309 S. Green St., Brownsburg, IN 46112-1608.
Crandall	2013	Pat Crandall (61) of Woodbury, Minnesota passed away peacefully on February 6, 2013. She had Ataxia, which her father and sister also had and were deceased already. She retired from NRCS in administrative section of the St. Paul state office. She is survived by husband of 39 years, Gary; daughters Kate Schneider (Mark) & Kristie Eid (Brent); and four grandchildren. Memorials preferred to National Ataxia Foundation. 651-777-2600 www.sandbergfuneralhome.com.
Crane	2005	Duane Crane (78) passed away March 15, 2005. Duane retired as the District Conservationist at Lakeview, OR. His wife, Juanita, a son, a daughter and three grandchildren survive. Juanita’s address is: PO Box 6878, Kingman, AZ 86402.
Cranford	2018	Georgia Lee Cranford (82) of Charlotte Hall, Maryland passed away on March 2, 2018 at her residence. She was diagnosed with an incurable lung disease several months ago. Georgia was born in Gallinger Hospital in Washington, DC. She and her loving husband, Charles Cranford lived a beautiful happy life until he passed away in 1994. At the age of 21, Georgia began her career with the USDA, retiring in 1986 as a Secretary with the Soil Conservation Service in Washington, DC after 29 years with the Federal Government. In addition to her parents and husband, Georgia was predeceased by two brothers. Georgia is survived by her daughter Terry L. and son-in-law Gary W. Kitts, and two sisters, as well as many nieces and nephews. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of St. Mary’s.
Cratty	2008	Senior Conservationist Arthur Cratty (84) passed away Dec. 28, 2008. Art began his career in Maine. He served in several states, the National Office and closed his career in Dec. 1980 as the State Conservationist in Michigan. Art’s wife, Jean, passed away in 1997. He is survived by his daughter, Sandy; sons Ron, Bruce, and Steve; and 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Crews	2015	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Logan W. Crews (96) of Temple, Texas passed away on February 20, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He graduated from Texas A&M College where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy in 1939. Logan began his work for the Soil Conservation Service in Athens followed by assignments in Mt. Pleasant, Wortham, Hubbard, Corsicana, and finally in the state office in Temple. After 37 years of service, he retired from the SCS as an assistant state conservationist. During his SCS career, he was honored with various awards, including the USDA Superior Service Award from the Secretary of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. After retiring from SCS, he also worked in real estate as an independent appraiser. He worked as the Elm Creek Watershed Authority consultant for more than 20 years. During World War II, Logan was drafted in the U.S. Army in February 1943. As a T4 Sergeant he deployed to England as part of the 5th Engineer Brigade to train for the Invasion of Europe. He participated in the D-Day Invasion, the liberation of France, the Battle of the Bulge, and Rhineland Campaign. He was honorably discharged on November 28, 1945. He was awarded medals including an EAME Campaign Medal with three Bronze stars and one Bronze Arrowhead, Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Award, Croix de Guerre, and the World War II Victory Medal. Logan was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Temple for over 50 years where he served as an elder, a trustee, a youth group leader, and an adult Sunday School teacher. He is survived by his wife of nearly 73 years, Carrie Frances Crews, daughter and son-in-law Laura Nell and Phil Higgins of Huntsville, daughter and son-in-law Kathy Frances and Mark Erskine of Temple, and son and daughter-in-law Steven Logan and Renee Crews of Magnolia. He is survived by seven grandchildren by 17 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Handbell Choir Fund, First Presbyterian Church, 12 West French, Temple, Texas 76501; Bethesda Cemetery Association, PO Box 1991, Lindale, Texas 75771; or to a charity of your choice.
Criddle	1996	Wayne D. Criddle passed away November 29, 1996. He was in Irrigation Engineering Research located in UT as an Assistant to George D. Clyde.
Crook	2011	William “Bill” Guy Crook, Jr. (86) of Senatobia, Mississippi, formerly of Jonesboro, Arkansas, passed away June 20, 2011, at his home. Bill was a 1942 graduate of Parkin High School and worked as a surveyor for SCS. He was preceded in death by his wife, Al Jean Weeks Crook. Bill is survived by one son and two daughters. Family request memorials to Arkansas Wildlife Federation or Central Baptist Church in Jonesboro.
Crosby	2004	Glenn Crosby, Sr. Cons. passed away in 2004.
Cross	2001	Louise Cross passed away May 15, 2001. She served for many years as Area Clerk in Louisiana prior to her retirement on August 2, 1985.
Crowe	2014	Clement Eugene “Clem” Crowe (92) of Princeton, West Virginia passed away on October 21, 2014 at his residence. Clem was employed as an engineering technician by the USDA Soil Conservation Service working in Monroe County for eleven years before transferring to Princeton in 1959. After retiring in 1980, he was employed by the Southern Soil Conservation District and the Mercer County Commission. He was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church in Princeton where he formerly served as Chairman of the Administrative Board and President of the United Methodist Men. Clem was a 70-year member and Past Master of Monroe Masonic Lodge #77, AF & AM, and Past President of the Bluegrass Ruritan Club in Monroe County. His wife of 65 years, Cora Pomphrey Crowe; four sisters; and two brothers preceded him in death. Survivors include one daughter, Dr. Judith Crowe Carter of Princeton. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 304, Princeton, WV 24740. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.seaverfuneralservice.com.
Crowe	2013	Cora Pomphrey Crowe (91) of The Havens in Princeton passed away January 23, 2013. Cora was a clerk for the Selective Service during World War II and was a secretary for the Monroe County Superintendent of Schools prior to moving to Princeton in 1960 where she quickly became very active in her church and community. Survivors include her husband of sixty three years, Clement Eugene Crowe of Princeton who retired from SCS; one daughter, and several nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, PO Box 304, Princeton, WV 24740.
Crowell	2004	Wilma Crowell (83) passed away September 4, 2004 in Rye, NH. Wilma served for many years as the Secretary for the State Conservationist. She was secretary for both Ken Grant and Bob Addison.
Crowley	2016	Member Claude Douglas Crowley (89) of Fort Worth, Texas passed away at home on December 16, 2016. In 1944 at age 17, Claude volunteered for the US Navy. He was a plank owner on the destroyer USS Richard B. Anderson. A graduate of Tennessee Tech, he had a career with the Soil Conservation Service in Tennessee and Texas, ranging from district conservationist to information director for 13 southern states. After retiring in 1982, he had a public relations practice, advising clients and providing training in strategic planning. He was an accredited member of IABC (International Association of Business Communicators). He published many magazine articles and two novels, and wrote book reviews for the Star-Telegram. His woodworking hobby yielded several mountain dulcimers and numerous unique clocks for family and friends. When an active member of First Congregational Church, he served as moderator and as a leader in the refugee resettlement program. Survivors: His wife of 62 years, Carolyn Whitaker Crowley; children, Claudia, Charles (Beth), and Clinton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church, 4201 Trail Lake Drive, Fort Worth, 76109 Wildflower Fund or Refugee Fund, or to a charity of your choice.
Crowley	2005	Peggy Crowley (70) passed away April 21, 2005. She was the wife of Richard "Dick" Crowley who was District Conservationist for Mercer County, Pa. for many years.
Crowner	2015	Daniel Jaynes Crowner (65) of Harrisonburg, Virginia passed away on April 4, 2015 at his home. He was born in Columbus, Ohio. Dan graduated from Ohio State University and was a Soil Scientist and IT Support Specialist for the USDA-NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service). He also was a graduate and took many classes/seminars with Landmark Education. He is survived by his wife, Judith Nance Ligon of Harrisonburg and brother, David Brent Crowner of Ohio. A sister, Diana Lenzmeier preceded him in death. A time for a Harrisonburg and Ohio Celebration of his life will be announced in the near future.
Culberson	2018	Bobby Scott Culberson (53) passed away on August 3, 2018 at the Merit Health Hospital in Brandon, Mississippi. Scott was born and grew up in Jackson, MS. He graduated from Jackson Prep and Mississippi State University with a BS in Civil Engineering. Scott began his career with NRCS as a student trainee in the Canton Project Engineer Office. After graduation from college, he worked in the Mississippi State Office Design Section and became the Head of the State Design Section. In May of 2012, Scott was appointed State Conservation Engineer. Scott was an avid hunter who enjoyed spending time at his deer camp. He is survived by his wife, Denna Clark Culberson; mother, Beverly Culberson Varner and two children, Ashlan Nicole Culberson and Christan Erin Culberson. Scott is preceded in death by his father, Bobby J. Culberson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any conservation efforts for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.
Culp	2017	Senior Conservationist and Honorary Member Arlie Franklin Culp Jr. (91) of Ramseur, North Carolina passed away on October 18, 2017, at Universal Health Care in Ramseur. Arlie was a native of Stanly County and a graduate of Catawba College. He was a veteran of the United States Navy during World War II and served as a crew member on a Navy patrol bomber as an aerial gunner. After the war, he was married to Daisy Mae Farlow of Randleman, his wife of 47 years, until the Lord called her home in 1997. Arlie worked as a teacher at Ramseur High School, served as a public health sanitarian for the Randolph County Health Department, and retired as District Conservationist in Randolph County after 25 years of service with the Soil Conservation Service. After retirement, Arlie was elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives where he served for 18 years. He was very active in his community, serving in the Jaycees, Rotary Club, Boy Scouts, Senior Adults and other boards and committees. Arlie was a member of Jordan Memorial United Methodist Church in Ramseur and was a 32nd-degree Scottish Rite Mason at the Marietta Lodge 444 in Ramseur. Arlie was also preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Ellen Culp; his parents, and four sisters. Arlie was a true and loyal friend. Survivors are sister, Mary Culp Spires of Charlotte; numerous nieces and nephews; and faithful friend and companion, Sally Breedlove of Ramseur. Condolences may be made online at www.loflinfuneralservice.com. Memorials may be made to Jordan Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 848, Ramseur, NC 27316.
Culp	2004	Ruth H. Culp (92) passed away December 17, 2004. Ruth was the wife of Mel Culp who died in 1982. Mel was the National Design Engineer for SCS when he retired in the late 1970’s. Ruth was an accomplished pianist who at one time formed a string trio that played in nursing homes for over 25 years. A daughter, Joan Carol Poor, and a son, James Culp, survive her.
Culver	2016	Jackie Sue Culver (80) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away June 11, 2016 after a long courageous battle with Parkinson disease. She was born in Chickasha, OK. She was married to ARCSE member Jim Culver who retired from NRCS in 2001 as a National Leader in Soils. Jackie is a graduate of Oklahoma State University School of Home Economics in 1958. She was active in Beta Sigma Phi, Civil Air Patrol and Payne County Extension Homemakers. She enjoyed working and was quite skilled with all kinds of crafts. She was one of the first owners and operators of a craft store "Hearts and Hands" and an instructor for various craft classes at Southeast Community College. Jackie is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim; daughter Kathy (Mark) Swanson of Palmyra; son Jim (Irem) Culver of Potomac, Md., and son Jon Culver of Lincoln; three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Memorials to the American Parkinson Disease Association, (APDA), Nebraska Chapter, 501 No. 87th, Suite 207, Omaha, NE 68114.
Cummins	2001	Joseph Cummins (86) passed away March 2, 2001. Joe retired as a Soil Specialist in Minnesota. He spent nearly 37 years in SCS, including military time. Most of his career was in Minnesota. His wife, Edna, survives.
Curl	2003	J. Edward Curl of Macomb, IL passed away recently (2003).
Curole	2009	Alvin J. Curole (91) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away July 26, 2009. Alvin started his career as an engineer with SCS. He then retired as the District Conservationist in Ville Platte, Louisiana.
Curran	2007	Raymond P Curran, Jr. (62) passed away December 5, 2007. Ray was Field Engineer in the Hadley, MA NRCS office at the time of his retirement in 2005. Ray also served as an Engineer in the Navy Sea Bees. He is survived by Mary, his wife of 33 years, a son Dr. Raymond P Curran III, daughter Debra Lizon and son Tim Curran.
Currier	2017	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Raymond Currier (98) of the Eastern Star Masonic Home and formerly of rural Ogden, Iowa passed away on February 21, 2017 at the Eastern Star Home. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1980 as a District Conservationist. He was born in Chariton, Iowa. Raymond graduated from Indianola High School in Indianola in 1935 and in 1940, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy from Iowa State College. He met his future wife, Dixie Cooper, at a dance. They were married on September 14, 1941 in Ogden. Raymond farmed south of Ogden in Peoples Township. He was partial to Farmall Tractors. The couple enjoyed dancing, especially square dancing and ballroom dancing, camping, traveling, and for 30 years, spending the winters in southern Alabama. Raymond was a member of Community United Methodist Church, the Ogden Masons, Rhoades Lodge #303 A.F. & A.M., and the ZA-GA-ZIG Shrine. He was very good with his hands and could fix most anything. Raymond enjoyed making pigs out of pecan shells. He is preceded in death by his wife Dixie, in 2014, and son Dr. Robert Currier. Raymond is survived by his daughter, Connie Rudy of rural Ogden; three grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Currier	2014	Dixie Currier, wife of Member and Honorary Senior Conservationist Raymond (Ray) L. Currier, passed away April 19, 2014. They had only recently moved from their home in Ogden, IA to the Eastern Star and Masonic Home in Boone, IA. Ray retired in 1980 as the District Conservationist in Webster City, IA where he had worked most of his career. They had spent winters in Lillian, AL.
Currin	2013	Senior Conservationist S. Taylor Currin (87) of Oxford, NC, passed away on July 22, 2013. Taylor retired in 1986 as Engineer on the State Resource Conservationist Staff in the Raleigh state office with over 30 years of service. He graduated from N.C. State University in 1952 with a degree in Civil Engineering. Prior to college, Taylor served in the US Marine Corp in WWII, Pacific Theatre. Taylor began his career as Area Engineer for the Raleigh Area. He then served as Assistant State Engineer for Construction in North Carolina before going to South Carolina as State Conservation Engineer. He also served as a consulting engineer in Tunisia. He transferred back to North Carolina in 1973 and was on an IPA assignment with the NC Sediment and Erosion Control Commission until 1977. He also served as Civil Engineer on the Water Resources Planning Staff. After he retired from SCS, he worked for the NC Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section. After retiring from this position, he established Currin Engineering and Surveying. Taylor was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Anne Pitts Currin. Surviving are daughters, Patricia (Joseph) Gallagher and Cheryl Currin; three grandsons and one great granddaughter.
Curtis	2011	Dorothy Frances Moulton Curtis (86) passed away October 18, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Tom, who retired from SCS in 1986 as an engineer at the West National Technical Center. Also surviving are children, Stan, Louise (Michael) Magarrell and Ann (P.J.) Hunt; and daughter-in-law, Irene. Preceding her in death were son Guy Curtis of Potlatch, ID and daughter-in-law Cody Curtis of Portland.
Curtis	2010	Senior Conservationist, Arthur H. Curtis (94) of Sparks, Georgia passed away March 16, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Alma, and four sons & one daughter. He served in the Signal Corps in WW II. At the time of his retirement from SCS in 1977, he was a technician working for the State Geologist in Syracuse, NY.
Curtis	2006	Senior Conservationist Charles R. Curtis (98) of Great Bend, Kansas passed away in October 2006. He retired as a SCS district conservationist in 1972.
Curtis	2006	C. Warren Curtis (79) passed away March 13, 2006. Warren retired as the State Soil Scientist in AZ in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Frances. Her address is 2625 Southern Ave., C-60, Tempe, AZ 85282.
Curtis	2001	Neville Curtis (77) passed away May 31, 2001. Neville was the Sedimentation Geologist in the WNTC at the time of his retirement in 1984. His wife, Marie, a son and a daughter survive.
Cutshall	2012	Jack R Cutshall (73) of Alexandria, Louisiana passed away April 30, 2012 in Rapides Regional Medical Center. Jack was a graduate of Texas A&M. He retired from SCS in January 1993 as the State Range Specialist. He was a charter member and past president of the Louisiana Cattleman's Association and was elected Cattleman of the Year for the State of Louisiana in 2001.
Cyr	2015	Member and Senior Conservationist Sylvia Cyr (91) of Sparks, Nevada passed away in May 2015. Sylvia retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1981 as Chief Information Officer.
Czartoski	2014	Bernie Czartoski (71) of Ney, Ohio passed away on April 20, 2014. Bernie is survived by his wife of 49 years, Ruthann (Bittaker), four sons and nine wonderful grandchildren. Bernie graduated from The Ohio State University College of Agriculture where he was also a flight instructor at Don Scott Field. After graduation, he started the Vocational Agricultural program at Conotton Valley Schools in Sherrodsville, OH. For 31 years he was employed by the USDA, Soil Conservation Service, serving the Area Conservationist for Northwest Ohio and as the Maumee Valley Resource Conservation and Development Coordinator. Charitable donations may be made in Bernie's memory to the following organizations: Defiance Area Foundation to the grandstand fund or Fairview High School. http://www.defianceareafoundation.org/, 507 Fifth Street Defiance, Ohio 43512; Tel: 419-782-3130. Cards may be sent to Ruthann Czartoski – 04087 Behnfeldt Road, Ney, Ohio 43549
Dalton	2017	Harry Oliver Dalton (88) of Smithfield, Virginia passed away February 10, 2017. Oliver was born in Pittsylvania County, VA, on his mother’s birthday. Oliver is preceded in death by his wife, Marion Dalton, March 4, 2006. He leaves to cherish the memory his daughter, Deborah Stafford and her husband, Billy; son, Mark Oliver Dalton; and grandson, William Oliver Stafford, affectionately called, Sir William. Oliver worked for the USDA Soil Conservation Service for 42 years, followed by 21 years for the Virginia DCR-Division of Soil and Water Conservation. He was an active member of Smithfield Baptist Church, a deacon and past chair of board of deacons. He was past Sunday school superintendent, and served on the building committee to rebuild the church after it burned. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Smithfield Baptist Church, 100 Wainwright Dr., Smithfield, 23430. Memorial contributions may be made to Casper's Meals on Wheels or St. Patrick's Catholic Church's Blessing Fund.
Dalton	2016	Geraldine "Gerry" Dalton (93) of Fishers, Indiana passed away on October 11, 2016 at Allisonville Meadows in Fishers. She was born in Dunkirk, New York. Geraldine proudly served her country in the United States Navy during World War II at Pearl Harbor. She worked as a secretary for the VA in Syracuse, NY, and then for the Soil Conservation Service. Geraldine was a former member of St. James Catholic Church. Geraldine is survived by her son, Michael (Mary) Dalton; two granddaughters, and a great-granddaughter. Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Dalton, in 1991. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com
Dalton	2016	Geraldine "Gerry" Dalton (93) of Fishers, Indiana passed away on October 11, 2016 at Allisonville Meadows in Fishers. She was born in Dunkirk, New York. Geraldine proudly served her country in the United States Navy during World War II at Pearl Harbor. She worked as a secretary for the VA in Syracuse, NY, and then for the Soil Conservation Service. Geraldine was a former member of St. James Catholic Church. Geraldine is survived by her son, Michael (Mary) Dalton; two granddaughters, and a great-granddaughter. Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Dalton, in 1991. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com
Dambrosky	2001	Selden Dambrosky (83) passed away Thanksgiving evening, November 22, 2001. His youngest son, Gary, died 5 hours later (both of cancer). Selden retired after 34 years of government service and lived in Denver, CO. He is survived by his wife Marie, and his older son, and daughter.
Daniell	2010	Honorary Senior Conservationist Robert E. Daniell (93) of Dedham, Massachusetts passed away on August 5, 2010. He had also lived in Santa Barbara, CA, and Ojai, CA. A graduate of the University of Nebraska and a veteran of World War II (U. S. Army, field artillery), he served as a Soil Scientist in SCS in Texas for about twenty years before he became the State Soil Scientist for Kentucky. He served in that capacity for a decade until his retirement in 1976. He is survived by his son, Robert E. Daniell, Jr., his daughter-in-law, Cathy Faye Rudolph, and his two grandchildren, Thomas J. Daniell and James M. Rudolph.
Daniels	2018	Eugene Andrew Daniels (94) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on January 22, 2018. He was born in Sterling, NE. Gene served in the Navy during WWII. He married his wife Phyllis in November of 1946. She preceded him in death. He graduated from the University of Nebraska in Horticulture and Vocational education. He taught high school, was a leader in FFA (Future Farmers of America), sold life insurance, and retired after 25 years with the Soil Conservation Service. He was a counselor for the Billy Graham Crusade in Omaha in 1964 and was a deacon at First Baptist Church (Lincoln). He also started a church in Rushville. He is survived two children, Constance (Douglas) Otoupalile of Lincoln and Scott (Constance) Daniels of Richmond, VA; four grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and two sisters. Memorials to the Billy Graham Ministries.
Daniels	2003	J. Alton (Dan) Daniels passed away recently (2003). He was a long time AC in Nashville, AR.
Daniels	2003	Albert Daniels (79) of Fuquay Varina, formerly of Wilson, NC, passed away December 27, 2003. Albert served in the US Coast Guard during World War II and farmed for several years before beginning his career with the SCS in 1954. Albert spent his entire career in Wilson County where he retired in 1984 as a Soil Conservation Technician. He is survived by his wife, Glenna.
Danielson	2009	Senior Conservationist George M. Danielson (90) of Lander, Wyoming passed away July 3, 2009. He was an area conservationist with SCS, retiring in 1974 as the Assistant State Conservationist.
Danielson	2000	Arden (Danny) Danielson passed away July 12, 2000. He retired from his Engineering Technician job the planning staff at the Iowa State Office in the middle '70s. He then worked in the same type of position for the Iowa Department of Soil Conservation until he had a second retirement.
Dannehy	2016	Member Mike Dannehy (82) of Woodson, New Hampshire passed away at Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital in Lebanon, NH on August 17, 2016 after a brief illness. Mike was born in Rutland, VT, grew up in Fair Haven, VT, and graduated from Fair Haven High School. He served in the United States Army Reserves. He received an Associate degree in Business Administration and Forestry from Nichols College, followed by a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from the University of New Hampshire. He worked for over thirty years with the Soil Conservation Service of the USDA where he was District Conservationist for Grafton County for twenty five years. After retiring in 1994 from the USDA, Mike was self-employed as a natural resource consultant and forester working throughout New Hampshire and Vermont. He had a Christmas tree farm in Newbury Vermont where he spent countless hours tending his trees and swapping stories with customers. He was an avid bird hunter who enjoyed training his dogs. Mike was very civic minded, loved his community, and was involved with various organizations including many leadership roles on commissions, councils and boards. He was a past president of the New Hampshire-Vermont Soil Conservation Society of America. He leaves behind his wife Connie Dannehy of Woodsville, NH; his son Michael Dannehy and wife Susan Lewis, and his three grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodsville Public Library, 14 School Lane, Woodsville, NH 03785; Kinder Memorial Forest, c/o Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, 63 Central Street, Woodsville, NH 03785; or the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.
Dannehy	2016	Member Mike Dannehy (82) of Woodson, New Hampshire passed away at Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital in Lebanon, NH on August 17, 2016 after a brief illness. Mike was born in Rutland, VT, grew up in Fair Haven, VT, and graduated from Fair Haven High School. He served in the United States Army Reserves. He received an Associate degree in Business Administration and Forestry from Nichols College, followed by a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from the University of New Hampshire. He worked for over thirty years with the Soil Conservation Service of the USDA where he was District Conservationist for Grafton County for twenty five years. After retiring in 1994 from the USDA, Mike was self-employed as a natural resource consultant and forester working throughout New Hampshire and Vermont. He had a Christmas tree farm in Newbury Vermont where he spent countless hours tending his trees and swapping stories with customers. He was an avid bird hunter who enjoyed training his dogs. Mike was very civic minded, loved his community, and was involved with various organizations including many leadership roles on commissions, councils and boards. He was a past president of the New Hampshire-Vermont Soil Conservation Society of America. He leaves behind his wife Connie Dannehy of Woodsville, NH; his son Michael Dannehy and wife Susan Lewis, and his three grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodsville Public Library, 14 School Lane, Woodsville, NH 03785; Kinder Memorial Forest, c/o Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, 63 Central Street, Woodsville, NH 03785; or the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.
Darden	2014	Ronald Anthony Darden (72) of Cape Girardeau, MO passed on March 25, 2014, at his home, following a courageous battle with cancer. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1966 and a master's degree in 1973, both at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville. Ron retired as an Area Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Survivors include his loving wife, Kathleen Walch Darden. He was preceded in death by two unborn children. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ron's memory for the loving and nurturing care of Southeast Hospice in his final days would be appreciated. Mail to 10 Doctors' Park, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703. Online condolences may be made at fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.
Darling	2007	Ruthie Darling (72) passed away August 24, 2007. Ruthie was retired from NRCS at Janesville, WI.
Daven	2009	Honorary Senior Conservationist E. Graham Daven (93) of Issaquah, Washington passed away Sept. 15, 2009. Graham, affectionately known as Bub, attended Weber State College and graduated from the University of Idaho with a bachelor's degree in business. He retired from SCS in 1973, after beginning his career in Idaho in 1942 as an asst. clerk typist, then working in several positions in Washington State and Washington, DC and finally serving for nearly 20 years as Administrative Officer in Portland, Oregon. Bub had an uncanny ability to recall almost every moment in his 93 years of life and spin those stories into very entertaining moments. He is survived by a niece, nephews, and several great-nieces and great-nephews and their children.
Davenport	2004	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Herbert L. Davenport (92) passed away May 17, 2004. Herb served as an Area Engineer at several locations in Illinois prior to his retirement in July 1976. Owen Lee remembers Herb: "Herb was the Area Engineer in Carbondale, Illinois, and my first supervisor after graduating from the U of I in 1964. He had me help with a soil boring for a watershed structure that he was investigating. We drilled and drilled - put extension after extension on the auger and only stopped when the hole filled with wet material as fast as we pulled it out. We ended at about 25 feet deep. I did an investigation on a farm pond that was going to have a thirty foot fill, and needed State Geologist, Lou Pierard's approval. As Herb, Lou, and I drove to the site, Lou looked at my request and saw 3 soil borings. The one at the bottom of the creek was zero feet deep (solid rock), and the ones on each embankment were 6 inches deep. Lou asked why so shallow, and I replied there was a hard layer at that point. I know Herb was thinking why didn't I go back out there with Owen and get a repectable soil boring. Then Lou said "I'll show you how to get through that hard layer" An hour later, Lou ended with a 6 inch soil boring too. Herb and I took big sighs of relief. Herb worked very hard, was very detailed and thorough. He was a patient and wonderful supervisor."
Davey	1999	William B. "Bill" Davey (82) passed away January 1, 1999. Bill was the 6^th President of ARSCSE. He was Deputy Administrator for programs when he retired. Before that, he was State Conservationist for Arkansas. He was buried in Arlington Cemetery.
Davidson	2016	Granville W. “Dave” Davidson (90) of Topeka, Kansas passed away August 7, 2016. He was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He was a graduate of Tahlequah High School. He served in the US Army during WW II. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Conservation and Animal Husbandry. Granville was employed by the USDA Soil Conservation Service in Topeka, retiring in 1986. Mr. Davidson was an active member of Keep America Beautiful, receiving the Volunteer of the Year Award. He remained professionally active in soil conservation and agronomy education. Granville married Ruth Marie Cann on January 29, 1950. She survives. Other survivors include two children, Dr. Terry (Ann) Davidson, Newton, and Donna Donovan, Topeka; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons, Alex Donovan and Hadley Davidson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Grace Hospice, 3715 SW 29th, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66614.
Davidson	2016	Granville W. “Dave” Davidson (90) of Topeka, Kansas passed away August 7, 2016. He was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He was a graduate of Tahlequah High School. He served in the US Army during WW II. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Conservation and Animal Husbandry. Granville was employed by the USDA Soil Conservation Service in Topeka, retiring in 1986. Mr. Davidson was an active member of Keep America Beautiful, receiving the Volunteer of the Year Award. He remained professionally active in soil conservation and agronomy education. Granville married Ruth Marie Cann on January 29, 1950. She survives. Other survivors include two children, Dr. Terry (Ann) Davidson, Newton, and Donna Donovan, Topeka; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons, Alex Donovan and Hadley Davidson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Grace Hospice, 3715 SW 29th, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66614.
Davis	2016	Ronald Melvin Davis (72) of Prineville, Oregon passed away on April 18, 2016 at his home. Ron was born at Enterprise, Oregon, was raised on a cattle ranch north of Enterprise, and went to a one-room country school, grades 1-8. He attended Eastern Oregon College for one year. He received his draft notification in 1964, so he enlisted in the Navy where he served four years during the Viet Nam War. After his service to his country, he returned to college and earned degrees in Education and Agriculture. He taught school for four years, first in John Day and later in Harrisburg. Ron began his career with the Soil Conservation Service in 1980. He worked in McMinnville, Tillamook, and Prineville where he retired as the District Conservationist in 2005. He and his wife also cared for foster children for several years. Ron loved serving his church and community. In 2006 he, along with many friends from the First Baptist Church and the community of Prineville, helped start the Oasis Soup Kitchen, a service to feed the homeless and hungry. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marlene, his daughters; Susan (Mark) Friesen of Springfield, Virginia, Jennifer (Andrew) Sahnow of Vancouver, Washington; and son-in-law Pepper Woolsey of Prineville. He has seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his precious daughter Steffany (Davis) Woolsey. Memorial contributions may be made to: First Baptist Church Food Pantry or the Redemption House Ministry (ministries that Ron loved) in Prineville through Whispering Pines Funeral Home. 3168 N.E. 3rd Street, Prineville, Oregon 97754. 541-416-9733, www.whisperingpinesfh.com.
Davis	2016	Betty J. Davis (87) of Minneapolis, Kansas passed away on February 2, 2016 at the Ottawa County Health Center. She was born in Harrison, AR and was the wife of George Davis who retired as the District Conservationist in the Minneapolis Field Office in 1980. He preceded her in death in 1993. Betty was a 1945 graduate of Bergman High School. She was united in marriage with George W. Davis on December 30, 1944 in Harrison. George and Betty moved to Minneapolis in 1956 and became actively involved in the community. Betty was a sales coordinator for EIDorado for many years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Betty and George were leaders for church youth groups and 4-H. She was preceded in death by a great-grandson Oliver George Schapaugh. Survivors include her three children, ten grandchildren and sixteen great- grandchildren.
Davis	2016	Charles Kenneth Davis (71) passed away on Sept. 5, 2016, after bravely facing the challenge of cancer. Charles, a 42-year resident of Davis, was born in Albuquerque, NM. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and worked for the USDA Soil Conservation Service (SCS) in the Albuquerque, Roswell and Santa Fe offices, serving in the New Mexico National Guard during this time. In 1974, Charles moved to the Davis office of SCS as a design engineer. Charles remained in Davis becoming the USDA NRCS (formerly SCS) State Conservation Engineer. He was a registered Professional Engineer and was honored as NRCS Engineer of the Year by the National Society of Professional Engineers in 1998. Charles retired in 2009 after 41 years of service. Charles was a member of St. James Catholic Church, where he was a lector at mass until he became ill. He and Vicki led the parish marriage-preparation program, working with many engaged couples over the years. Charles was a third-degree black belt in the martial art of Tang Soo Do and was an instructor at Davis Arts Center for many years. He was a car enthusiast and had a special love for Nissan Zs. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Vicki; sons Christopher and Michael (Cassandra); and two grandchildren. Gifts in his memory may be made to the St. James Church Memorial Center or the St. James School Annual Fund.
Davis	2016	Charles Kenneth Davis (71) passed away on Sept. 5, 2016, after bravely facing the challenge of cancer. Charles, a 42-year resident of Davis, was born in Albuquerque, NM. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and worked for the USDA Soil Conservation Service (SCS) in the Albuquerque, Roswell and Santa Fe offices, serving in the New Mexico National Guard during this time. In 1974, Charles moved to the Davis office of SCS as a design engineer. Charles remained in Davis becoming the USDA NRCS (formerly SCS) State Conservation Engineer. He was a registered Professional Engineer and was honored as NRCS Engineer of the Year by the National Society of Professional Engineers in 1998. Charles retired in 2009 after 41 years of service. Charles was a member of St. James Catholic Church, where he was a lector at mass until he became ill. He and Vicki led the parish marriage-preparation program, working with many engaged couples over the years. Charles was a third-degree black belt in the martial art of Tang Soo Do and was an instructor at Davis Arts Center for many years. He was a car enthusiast and had a special love for Nissan Zs. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Vicki; sons Christopher and Michael (Cassandra); and two grandchildren. Gifts in his memory may be made to the St. James Church Memorial Center or the St. James School Annual Fund.
Davis	2014	Darrel Dale Davis (69) of Sugar Land, Oklahoma passed away on November 30, 2014. He attended Oklahoma State University and received a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics. Dale was employed by the Soil Conservation Service as an Ag. Economist and eventually served in numerous roles with Halliburton from 1982 to 2011. Dale is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen Davis, a son, a daughter, and three grandchildren.
Davis	2013	Life Member and Senior Conservationist Ronello Melzar "Mel" Davis (86) passed away on June 23, 2013 at his home in Yuma, Arizona. He was born in Ambrose, North Dakota and after graduating from North Dakota State University in 1949, Mel spent three years teaching Vocational Agriculture. Mel spent the next 30 years working for the USDA Soil Conservation Service, where he rose through the ranks retiring as Administrator of the SCS. He spent 1 ½ years in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He received a Distinguished Alumni award from NDSU, a Superior Service award from USDA, and a Fellow from the SWCSA. With the help of his family he remodeled a 150 year old schoolhouse in Pennsylvania for his retirement. He was a runner before it was trendy and was a member of a local exercise club. Mel is survived by his wife, Marilyn; son, Ron Davis of Yuma; daughter, Dawn (Jack) Gregerson of San Diego, CA; four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Interment will be at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan, ND at the convenience of the family, with a memorial to be held at Gloria de Cristo in Yuma in November. Donations can be made to Gloria de Cristo Lutheran Church Building Fund, Yuma, and/or Hospice of Yuma
Davis	2012	Bobby Joe Davis (76) of Marlow, Oklahoma passed away October 6, 2012. He graduated from Oklahoma State University, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in 1960. He worked as an engineer for SCS, retiring after 38 years of service. Bobby repaired small engines and watches and was a skilled woodcutter. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Rush Springs. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Shannon Lee Davis of the home; two daughters, Jean Davis of Midwest City and Deanna (Karl) Dowell of Mustang; and one granddaughter.
Davis	2009	Senior Conservationist George Davis (83) of Diboll, Texas passed away on November 23, 2009. He served in the U.S. Navy for 2½ years in the latter part of World War II. George graduated from Sam Houston State University in 1949 with a degree in vocational agriculture education. He spent 30 years with the Soil Conservation Service at locations in Terrell, Van Alstyne, Rockwall, Gainesville, Amarillo and Temple - all in Texas. He retired in 1981 as an assistant state conservationist. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Marie, in 1998; and a son, Jim in 2002. George is survived by a son, Tommy Davis of Amarillo; a daughter-in-law, Donna Davis of Houston.
Davis	2009	Ron Davis (55), NRCS Area Tech Engineer, working out of the Chanute RC&D office, passed away March 22, 2009.
Davis	2006	Mary Davis (76) passed away September 3, 2006. Mary was an administrative aide in the National Office at the time of her retirement in 1984. She also worked in the Department for some time. She is survived by her husband Preston Davis, 2 children from her first marriage, 4 stepchildren, 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Davis	2006	Dorothy Davis passed away August 22, 2006 after a long illness. Dorothy was the widow of Senior Conservationist Leonard W. Davis who died on March 4, 2006. Leonard retired as a District Conservationist in June 1978. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Wayne and Ken, and daughters, Connie, Joyce, Donna, and Karen, and 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the Christ Community Church, 450 W. Jackson St., Cookeville, TN 38601.
Davis	2006	Senior Conservationist Leonard W. Davis (86) passed away March 4, 2006. Leonard retired in June 1978 as a District Conservationist in Tennessee. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy, sons Wayne and Ken, daughters Connie, Joyce, Donna, and Karen, 10 grand children and 10 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the Christ Community Church, 450 W. Jackson St. Cookeville, TN 38501.
Davis	2006	Henrietta Davis (Forrester) (90) passed away suddenly January 27, 2006. Retta was the WNTC Director’s Secretary. She retired in 1981.
Davis	2005	Virginia “Ginger” Davis (68) passed away November 19, 2005. Ginger was the wife of Joe Davis who retired as Asst. State Conservationist in Kentucky after having served for many years there as the State Conservation Engineer. She is survived by her husband, sons Joseph and William, daughter Jane McConathy and 2 grandchildren. Memorials may go to UK Lucille P Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St., Lexington, KY 40536 or Hospice of Bluegrass, 2312 Alexandria Dr., Lexington, KY 40504.
Davis	2001	Arnold G. Davis (72) passed away on January 12, 2001. Arnold retired in December 1983 as a dedicated Plant Materials Specialist in the Ft. Worth NTC. He was also a man with deep and abiding faith in God. Arnold’s wife, Suzanne, survives.
Davison	2013	Alice M. Davidson (71), spouse of James A. Davidson, Sr., of Cuba, Kansas passed away December 19, 2013. James retired as a Soil Conservation Technician from the Belleville Field Office. Survivors include her husband, James Sr., of Cuba; a son, a daughter, three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Day	2017	Betty Day (88) Clinton, Oklahoma passed away on March 7, 2017. She was the widow of Bob G. Day, former engineer with the Soil Conservation Service who passed Oct. 2015. Betty owned and operated a beauty shop in Clinton for more than 20 years, and then spent the next several years helping to care for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Betty is survived by two sons, Daniel Day and his wife, Betty, of Clinton, and Dr. Patrick Day and wife, Suzanne, of Arapaho; four grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. The family has suggested that those wishing to give memorial contributions do so to the First United Methodist Church.
Day	2015	Edward L. "Eddie" Day (85) of Clinton, Oklahoma passed away on January 12, 2015 at his home after a battle with cancer. Eddie began his SCS career in 1957 as a Watershed Vegetation Specialist in Clinton where he assisted in the vegetation of newly constructed watershed structures on the Washita River in western Oklahoma. He retired in 1987 after serving 15 years as a Soil Conservation Technician in the Weatherford Field Office. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Charles “Chuck” Edward Day. Condolences can be sent to his wife, Lola, and grandson, Dirk , both of the home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arapaho First Baptist Church. Obituary link: www.lee-funeralhomes/.com/obituaries/Edward-Day/#!/obituary
Day	2015	Senior Conservationist Bobbie Gene Day (87) of Clinton, Oklahoma passed away on October 3, 2015 in the Methodist Health Care Center in Clinton. Bob was raised in the Trail Flats area near Leedey. He soon moved to Stillwater, Oklahoma and attended A&M College (now Oklahoma State University) and was a part of the R.OT.C. Program. He received a degree in Agriculture in 1951. He was commissioned into the U.S. Army in 1951 and served in Korea. He received an Honorable Discharge in 1953 and returned home. He became a member of the U.S. Army Reserved for the next 8 years. He and Betty made their home in Clinton and he began a career as an Agriculture Engineer for the Soil Conservation for 33½ years, retiring in 1985. He then became employed in his sons Optometry Practice and helped there until 2012. He is a member of the First United Methodist Church, the American Legion, and the Evening Lions Club. He is survived by his wife, of almost 69 years, Betty of the home, two sons, Dan (Betty) Day and Dr. Pat Day and wife, Suzanne, all of Clinton; four grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Day	2014	Virginia Day (103) of Portland, Maine passed away on June 8, 2014. She was the wife of deceased S Von Day who was a District Conservationist with the Soil Conservation Service in Portland in the 1960’s and then the first RC&D coordinate in Presque Isle.
De Tullio	2007	David DeTullio (58) passed away in Reno, NV on June 2, 2007. His death followed a brief illness. David served as Water Resource Policy Coordinator in the West Regional Office. He had also served as Assistant State Conservationist in Idaho. He is survived by his wife, Terry and son, Mike.
Deacon	2006	Walter B. Deacon (87) passed away March 6, 2006. Walter retired as a Conservation Technician with SCS. He is survived by his wife, Mildred, a son, Stephen, 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to Alzheimer’s Association of Central Ohio, 3380 Tremont Rd., Columbus, OH 43221.
Dean	2008	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Hartzell C. Dean (99) passed away February 4, 2008. He retired in June 1973 as the State Soil Scientist in Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette. He is survived by his son Donald, daughter, Janet Upchurch, 10 grandchildren and 31 great grand children. Hartzell’s twin brother, Harold, also an Honorary Member passed away in 2004.
Dean	2004	Senior Conservationist Harold Lee Dean (95) passed away October 24, 2004 in Sac City, IA. He retired in 1972 as Head, Cartographic Unit, Fort Worth. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, one son, one daughter, four grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and his twin brother Hartzell Dean.
Dean	2003	Senior Conservationist Marshall P. Dean (99) of Butler, Georgia passed away December 12, 2003. Marshall was a work unit technician with SCS, until 1942.
Dearborn	2015	Arthur G. Dearborn III (77) of Holden, Maine, passed peacefully on June 8, 2015, surrounded by those he loved. Art was born in Bangor, Maine and is survived by his “guardian angel” of 56 years, Frances M. Dearborn of Holden. He is also survived by three children Arthur “Chip” G. Dearborn IV of Holden, Deborah L. Dearborn of Holden and Trevor L. Dearborn of Bangor, two grandchildren, one great-grandson, and a step great-grandson. Art was predeceased by a son, Mark C. Dearborn. Art was a graduate from the Orono ROTC, UMO, and received a BS in agricultural engineering. He entered the Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, in 1960 as first lieutenant and was discharged in 1964 as Captain to return to his roots. Art dedicated 35 years of his life to the USDA Soil Conservation Service, at the Orono office, 30 of those years as a Maine State Conservationist Engineer. He retired in 1996. Those who wish to remember Art in a special way may make gifts in his memory to the Eastern Maine Dialysis Unit, C/O EMHS Foundation, P.O. Box 931, Bangor, ME 04402-0931. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
Decker	2011	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist George H. Decker (93) of Fairfax, Virginia passed away on December 7, 2011 at home. He was born December 10, 1917 in Fargo, North Dakota to the late Robert Earle and Hanna Decker. Robert was not present for the birth because he was serving in the Army in France during WWI. George lived in North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin in his early years and graduated from high school in Sioux Falls, South Dakota before heading to the western side of the state where he earned a Civil Engineering degree from the South Dakota School of Mines in 1939. While in college, he joined the National Guard and upon graduation, he worked at a CCC camp in Sturgis, South Dakota for 18 months. His Army division mobilized on February 14, 1941 and they moved from Rapid City to Camp Claiborne in Louisiana. George attended Officer Candidate School at Ft. Belvoir in Washington, DC, where he met his future wife in the spring of 1942. After a duty station at Camp Rucker, Alabama, his unit was called to the west coast to prepare for deployment to the Pacific. When Madelyn stepped off the train after a cross country trip to visit for Thanksgiving, he knew he had to keep her so he proposed and they were married in December, 1943 and settled temporarily in Moro Bay, California. George served with the 81^st division of the Army in the Pacific Theater and supported troops in the battle at Peleliu, and was serving in the Philippines on V-J Day. At the conclusion of the war, he spent time in Japan before returning home to meet the daughter who was born during his war duty. He and Madelyn went on to have 4 more children as they moved from South Dakota to Massachusetts, New York and Virginia while he worked for SCS. During those years, he enjoyed showing his wife and children the US (and 1 trip to Quebec) – taking frequent camping trips to explore the country. After he retired in 1974, he indulged his passion for photography by working for the Catholic Herald and the Red Cross, photographing and printing photos for publication. Most recently, George was a member of VFW Blue and Gray Post 8469. George was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Madelyn L. Decker. She died in 2001. In 2003, after a 60 year lapse, he renewed a romance with an Army nurse he had met at Camp Rucker and for the next 6 years, he had a long-distance "girlfriend", Helen Martin. When not traveling between Ohio and Virginia, they spent many days with a mid-afternoon "brew time" – a telephone call while George drank a beer and Helen enjoyed a glass of wine. Helen passed away in 2009, just before her 90th birthday. George is survived by his children, Mary (Dan) Dent, Joan (Charlie) Cooper, Bob (Mary Sue) Decker, George (Anne) Decker and Patti (Rick) Pfeiffer. He was also a loving grandpa to 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, George requested that donations be made to the Oglala Lakota College in Rapid City, South Dakota or to another charity of the donor's choice.
Decker	2010	Senior Conservationist Ernest W. Decker (97) of Clay Center, Kansas passed away October 17 2010. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1939. He taught school in Vineland, Kansas south of Lawrence. He served in the United States Army in Africa and Europe during WWII. Ernest worked as a soil conservationist for SCS in Great Bend, Lyons, Minneapolis and Lincoln, retiring in 1977. He then worked part time for the ASCS Office for 14 years. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Alma Decker of Clay Center, Kansas; a daughter, Marsha (Gail) Habluetzel of Clay Center, Kansas; a son, Gary (Elizabeth) Decker of Tulsa, Oklahoma; six grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. MEMORIALS: Evangelical Covenant Church or Presbyterian Manor in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th St., Clay Center, Kansas 67432.
Decker	1987	Ray Decker passed away March 2, 1987. He was Soils Engineer and was Head, Lincoln Soils Laboratory.
DeFord	2010	Dorothy DeFord, of Terrell, TX passed away July 4, 2010. Dorothy retired from SCS after 37 years of service. Beginning her career with SCS as a part time clerk/typist, Dorothy advanced to become Area Clerk in 1976 and then Area Administrative Coordinator in 1990 where she remained pivotal until her retirement. She received many awards for her performance, most notably the Superior Service Award by USDA and the Texas SWCS Chapter Council's Honor Award in 1993 for her many contributions. Dorothy was a tireless contributor to her community as well as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
Delp	2012	Cheryl Marlene Delp, D.D.S. passed away December 31, 2012 after a long battle with cancer. Dr. Delp served Sutton, WV and the surrounding area as a dentist for more than 36 years, helping thousands with their dental health. Cheryl is survived by her husband Charles H. Delp who retired in 2011 as the Assistant State Soil Scientist for NRCS. Also surviving is a daughter Alexis (Nikki) Clark who resides in Riverside, California. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, a donation be made to the West Virginia University Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506.
DeMent	2006	James A. “Jim” DeMent, PhD., passed away October 8, 2006 in Bossier City, Louisiana. Jim was 85 years of age and a retired Soil Scientist. He was a native of Louisiana and a graduate of Louisiana State University. He received his MS and PhD from Cornell University in agronomy and soils. Jim worked as a field soil scientist in Louisiana and after completing his PhD he worked in the National Soil Survey Laboratory in Lincoln. He spent several years on the staff of the Principal Soil Correlator’s office in Ft. Worth. Jim was a true scientist and the author of numerous scientific articles. After his retirement from the SCS, he spent several years in the consulting business, primarily in the area of surface mine reclamation. He was married for 63 years to Ruby Weaver DeMent and she preceeded him in death. He is survived by two sons, James A DeMent, Jr. of Houston and David DeMent of Gonzalez, and five grandchildren.
Demke	2005	Willis Demke, former State Conservation Engineer passed away recently (June 2005).
Dempsey	2004	William H Dempsey passed away April 11, 2004. Bill retired as a District Conservationist in Kentucky. His wife had passed away earlier.
Dennis	2010	Thomas Eugene (Tom) Dennis (77) of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away December 27, 2010. He was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University, where he earned a degree in agricultural engineering. He was employed for 36 years by SCS, with assignments in the Hamburg, Lake Village and Little Rock offices. He was Assistant State Conservationist for Watershed Resources when he retired in 1990. Survivors are his wife of 52 years, Bobbye H. Dennis; two sons, Robert E. Dennis of Little Rock and James T. Dennis of Memphis, TN.; and four grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, Little Rock, or to the charity of your choice.
Denslow	2016	Howard Burnham Denslow (69) of Brooklyn, Connecticut, passed away on August 7, 2016, following a long illness. He was born in Hartford, CT. He leaves his wife of 47 years, Virginia (Pagani) Denslow, his three children, and eight beloved grandchildren. Howard was a thirteenth-generation direct descendant of Henry Denslow, the first settler of Windsor Locks, CT. He was a graduate of Rockville High School and attended the University of Maine at Orono. He received a degree in Agronomy from the University of CT at Storrs. His professional career was spent with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service as a District Conservationist in Windham County and later as a Resource Conservationist at the state headquarters office in Tolland. He also served on the board of directors of the Eastern CT Conservation District. Howard was a communicant of Trinity Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, where he served as Junior Warden and Vestryman and was a longtime member of the choir. He enjoyed singing with local choral groups, including the Northeast CT Ecumenical Choir and the Plainfield VFW Chorus. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, PO Box 276, Brooklyn, CT 06234, or to the Wolf Den Land Trust, PO Box 404, Brooklyn, CT 06234.
Denslow	2016	Howard Burnham Denslow (69) of Brooklyn, Connecticut, passed away on August 7, 2016, following a long illness. He was born in Hartford, CT. He leaves his wife of 47 years, Virginia (Pagani) Denslow, his three children, and eight beloved grandchildren. Howard was a thirteenth-generation direct descendant of Henry Denslow, the first settler of Windsor Locks, CT. He was a graduate of Rockville High School and attended the University of Maine at Orono. He received a degree in Agronomy from the University of CT at Storrs. His professional career was spent with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service as a District Conservationist in Windham County and later as a Resource Conservationist at the state headquarters office in Tolland. He also served on the board of directors of the Eastern CT Conservation District. Howard was a communicant of Trinity Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, where he served as Junior Warden and Vestryman and was a longtime member of the choir. He enjoyed singing with local choral groups, including the Northeast CT Ecumenical Choir and the Plainfield VFW Chorus. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, PO Box 276, Brooklyn, CT 06234, or to the Wolf Den Land Trust, PO Box 404, Brooklyn, CT 06234.
Densmore	2012	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Jack Densmore (99) passed away October 19, 2012. Jack was the first State Resource Conservationist with the SCS in Wisconsin. He was the Regional Forester in Lincoln, Nebraska when he retired and moved back to Madison, WI. Jack is survived by his wife Betty. A memorial service will be held at the Covenant Presbyterian Church, 326 S. Segoe Road, Madison, WI at 1:00 PM. on Friday, November 2, 2012. Everyone is invited to attend.
Derickson	2002	Helen Derickson passed away in August 2002. Helen was the wife of Senior Conservationist Gene Derickson. Gene retired from the Ohio Dept. of Natural Resources in March of 1983. His time with SCS was previous to the time with Ohio State government.
Dermann	2017	Kenneth W. Dermann, Brigadier General, US Army Reserve National Guard (retired) (89) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away February 4, 2017. He was born on the family farm near Talmage. He attended the University of Nebraska where he was a Nebraska football letter winner. He later completed his B.A. degree at Columbia College, Columbia, MO. Ken began a distinguished military career upon enlisting in the US Navy, serving aboard the USS Harrier minesweeper in the Pacific Theater during WWII. He subsequently joined the Nebraska Army National Guard in 1947 as an NCO, received his officer commission in 1951, and during the next 35 years rose to the rank of brigadier general. Ken received numerous military citations and awards and held many notable leadership positions, including that of Commander, 67^th Sep. Inf. Bde. (Mech), and Ass't. Adjutant General of Nebraska. He retired from military service on June 30, 1987, and was inducted into the Nebraska National Guard Military Academy Hall of Fame in 1995. In addition to his military career, Ken was employed by the USDA Soil Conservation Service and worked in the National Soils Laboratory in Lincoln, NE. Ken was a dedicated volunteer at the Bryan Medical Center for more than 20 years and a member of their volunteer board of directors. He also served his church in many ways. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Shirley of Lincoln; sons, William (Sharon) of Omaha; Robert (Donna) of Tacoma, WA; two grandsons and one great-grandson, a granddaughter, and four great-granddaughters. Memorials in lieu of flowers to Bryan LGH East Hospital, 1600 S. 48^th St., Lincoln, NE 68506-1299 or Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 8300 East Pointe Road, Lincoln, NE 68506. Condolences online at Roperandsons.com.
Dersal	2006	Eva P. Van Dersal (91) passed away July 5, 2006. Eva was the wife of Dr. William R. Van Dersal. William retired from SCS as Assistant Administrator for Management. He passed away in 1990. Eva, or as she was better known, Dr. Eva Gaines Van Dersal spent over 4 decades as a nurse, teacher, counselor and college professor.
Desha	2012	Doris H. Desha (85) of Pflugerville, Texas passed away December 8, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Desha, a retired regional resource conservationist for SCS.
DeStefano	2013	Madeline DeStefano (73) of Springfield, Virginia passed away on August 7, 2013. Marge worked for the Soil Conservation Service at the Northeast NTC, then later for the Forest Service. She is survived by her son Peter H. DeStefano (Kristie) and her granddaughter Brooklyn. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory to Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania Attn: Penn Medicine Development, 3535 Market St., Suite 750 Phila., PA 19104.
Dester	2014	Eugene P. “Gene” Dester (84) passed away August 23^rd in Enterprise, Kansas. Growing up in Deer Creek, Gene attended local schools, graduated from Deer Creek High School, and attended Bethel College from 1948 to 1951. From 1951 to 1953, he served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater stationed in Japan. Gene graduated from Oklahoma State University and taught Vocational Agriculture. He worked for the Soil Conservation Service in Winfield, Ness City, Larned, and Meade before making their home in Abilene in 1976. He was the District Conservationist in Dickinson County, retiring in 1992. Gene was a member of the Abilene First United Methodist Church and Kiwanis. Survived by: wife of 60 years Daisy I. Sawyers Dester, Enterprise; son Steve (Janice) Dester, Solomon; two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren The family suggests memorial contributions in his name be given to the Elsie Brooks Cancer Fund. Condolences: http://dannerfuneralhome.net/.
Dicken	2002	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Tom D. Dicken (93) passed away August 2, 2002. Tom retired as an Area Conservationist in Kansas in June 1976.
Dickerson	2000	Charlie Dickerson (89) passed away April 5, 2000. Charlie started his career in the Civilian Conservation Corp as the youngest engineer in Randolph and Charlton Counties, Missouri. He had 40 years of service when he retired in 1970 as area engineer in Warrensburg.
Diehl	2013	Elinor D. Diehl (95) passed away on March 26, 2013, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. She graduated from Capital City Commercial College in Des Moines. Elinor retired in 1982 after 22 years as secretary for the USDA-Soil Conservation Service. Elinor is survived by her two stepchildren, two grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to College Avenue Christian Church.
Dierks	2009	Jerry Dierks (80) of Thermopolis, Wyoming, passed away October 18, 2009. He was a retired district conservationist with SCS.
Dierks	2008	Ernie Dierks (94) passed away February 23, 2008, at a St. Paul, MN, hospital. Ernie worked at the Washburn, ND office from 1948 until he retired as District Conservationist in 1971. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maythel; three daughters, Judith (John) Marshall, Janel (John) Heroff, and JoAnn Nick, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Dillon	2006	Claude Dillon (89) passed away March 28, 2006. Claude retired as State Range Conservationist in Washington. He is survived by his wife Zena, two sons, Bill and Tom and two daughters, Claudia and Karen.
Dillon	2005	Senior Conservationist Richard G. Dillon (91) of Jensen Beach, Florida passed away July 5, 2005. He retired in 1963 as a district conservationist with SCS.
Dilsaver	2014	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Millard F. "Pete" Dilsaver (98) of Greeley, Colorado passed away on March 1, 2014 at his home at Grace Pointe Assisted Living in Greeley. He was born on a dry land farm three miles northeast of Athol, Kansas. There he attended grade school in a one room school house and graduated high school. Following high school, he enrolled in Kansas State College majoring in Agricultural Engineering. In his junior year, there was a flu epidemic and he was confined to the college hospital. There he met his wife Agatha Hermon who was a nurse. Upon completing college, Pete was employed by the Soil Conservation Service. He was drafted into the Army in September 1943 and received a 10 day leave the following March before being deployed. Their first child Evelyn Marie was born during that leave and both she and Pete were baptized together in the Catholic Church. Pete was part of the 79th Infantry Division that was in a battle to end the war in Europe where he received the Bronze Star for his services. While in Greeley, Pete became a member of the American Legion, VFW, Knights of Columbus Council 2160 and Elks Lodge #809. He served as Grand Knight in Greeley and in Littleton, CO and also District Deputy and was in the 4th Degree of the K of C's. He is preceded in death by his wife, Aggie and sons Michael and Roy and daughter Judy O'Neill. He is survived by daughter Evelyn (Bill) Burke, son Ben (Linda), daughter-in-law Jonnie Dilsaver, son-in-law Steve (Mari Ann) O'Neill, and eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and a great-great grandson. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions may be made in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 W. 28th Street, Greeley, Colorado 80634, to St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greeley, Colorado or the Purple Stride Pancreatic Cancer Walk, for Team Dilsaver. Please visit www.stoddardsunset.com to sign online guestbook.
Ditson	2005	Robert Ditson (74) passed away December 13, 2005. Bob was born in Oakland, Maine on August 6, 1931. As a boy, Bob spent summers on Lake Mooselookmeguntic, where his mother was a cook at Bald Mountain camps. The Rangeley lakes were a place that he loved, and would return to visit throughout his life.He graduated from Williams High School in Oakland, in 1949. During his youth he earned the distinction of becoming an Eagle Scout. He went on to college at the University of New Hampshire, where he majored in business, agriculture, and engineering.Bob started his career with SCS in the summer of 1956. He worked in various capacities until 1986, serving first in upstate New York, and then in Michigan as the State Resource Conservationist. He finished his Soil Conservation Service career in 1986 as Liaison to the Federal Extension Service in Washington, D.C., the first person to hold that position. After retiring from government service, Mr. Ditson relocated to Kennebunkport, Maine. He is survived by his wife, Joan.
Divine	2006	Senior Conservationist Hugh A. Divine (84) passed away November 22, 2006. Hugh retired in 1987 as a Conservation Technician in New York. He is survived by 2 sons, 2 daughters, 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Dluzak	2010	William D. "Bill" Dluzak (86) Wabash, Indiana passed away August 7, 2010. He was a lifetime resident of Wabash. Bill was a Champion of the 1955 Indiana Contour Plowing Match. He retired in 1991 as a Soil Conservation Technician in Wabash County after serving SCS for 27 years. Bill was also a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rosie, three sons, four daughters and ten grandchildren. Preferred memorials are to St. Bernard Catholic Church, The Life Center in Wabash or F.I.S.H. in care of the funeral home.
Dodd	2006	Donald L. Dodd (66) passed away September 22, 2006. Donald retired in April 1994 after a career with SCS in West Virginia. He was a Project Engineer, State Construction Engineer, and Contracting Officer at various times during his time with SCS. He graduated from West Virignia University, and served in the U. S. Army as a 2^nd Lieutenant. Don was the "go to" guy when there were serious problems on watershed and other projects. He was a very special person and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Elaine, 2 daughters, 10 grandchildren, and a great grandchild.
Dodge	2018	Audrey M. Dodge (82) of Southampton, Massachusetts passed away on April 1, 2018 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. She was born in Gardner. She graduated from Northampton High School in 1953 and from the former Children’s Hospital School of Nursing in Boston. She married the late Chester H Dodge Jr. in 1956. Chester retired as the Soil Conservation Service State Design Engineer in 1988. They had made their home in Southampton since 1963. Audrey is survived by children Audrey Dodge Gaudette, Scott Dodge, and Stephen Dodge and her grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HUG-A-BEARS.
Dodge	2011	Zelma Marie Dodge (94) of Manhattan, KS passed away December 9, 2011. Zelma was the wife of Darold A. Dodge who passed away on December 17, 2008. He retired in April 1983 as a soil scientist at Great Bend, Kansas. Zelma received a bachelor’s degree in Micro-Biology from Kansas State University and a teaching certificate from Emporia State University. Zelma is survived by six daughters, ten grandsons, five granddaughters, and four great grandchildren. The family requests donations to Good Samaritan Fund at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community, 2121 Meadowlark Rd. Manhattan, KS 66502.
Dodge	2010	Honorary Senior Conservationist Robert Dodge of Loveland, Colorado passed away several years ago (2010). Born September 19, 1906, Robert retired as an SCS district conservationist in 1970.
Dodge	2008	Darold A. Dodge (91) passed away December 17, 2008 in Manhattan, Kansas. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army. During the war, he was stationed briefly in North Africa and nearly two years in upper Assam, India. He retired as Soil Scientist in 1983. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Zelma Finn, six daughters, 10 grandsons, five granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.
Dodge	2008	Chester H. Dodge, Jr. (75) passed away March 23, 2008. Chet was P.L. 566 Watershed Design Engineer in the Amherst, Mass. office and retired in 1988. He is survived by Audrey, his wife of 51 years, and their children Audrey Dodge Gaudette, Scott Dodge, and Stephen Dodge.
Doe	2008	Kenneth L. Doe (81) passed away January 21, 2008. He worked for many years as a geologist and retired as state Geologist for Nebraska. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine, 4 daughters, 13 grandchildren and 1 great grand child. Memorials may go to the Warren United Methodist Church Foundation, 1205 N 45th St., Lincoln, NE 68506. Geraldine lives at 925 El Alvado Ave, Lincoln, NE 68504.
Dominick	2010	Max D. Dominick (75) of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away December 7, 2010. He was a proud member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma on his mother’s side and was descended from great grandparents, six generations ago, who had taken the “Long Walk” from their Mississippi homeland (Okla Hannalli Iksa) and arrived in Indian Territory in 1831. On his father’s side he was descended from German immigrants who were South Carolina Patriots in the Revolutionary War. Max graduated from Eastern Junior College with an Associate Degree in engineering (1955) and in 1958 he graduated with a BS in Agricultural Engineering from Oklahoma A&M. A second generation employee of SCS, he served as an Area Engineer and Project Engineer in various locations in Oklahoma prior to retiring in 1990 as Construction Engineer for the SCS State Office in Stillwater. He worked on over 200 flood control dams in Oklahoma. Max was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Mary Ellen Guest Dominick in 2002. He is survived by sons M. Darrel (Gwyn) Dominick (former STC in Oklahoma) and Don T. (Kathy) Dominick both of Stillwater and five grandchildren. The family requests donations to the Stillwater Medical Foundation, Salvation Army or charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. An on-line guest book are available at http://www.pmcfh.com.
Donahoo	2011	Donnie Donahoo (74) of Enid, Oklahoma passed away April 3, 2011. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Agriculture. The family moved to Enid in the mid- 1970s, where he was employed by NRCS. Don is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lanora, two children, and three grandchildren. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Lions Service Foundation, Lions Boys Ranch or Lions Eye Bank. Condolences may be made online at www.andersonbur ris.com.
Donahue	2014	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Robert L. Donahue (97) of Solvay, New York passed away January 1, 2014 at his home with his two daughters at his side. He retired from the US Soil Conservation Service in Syracuse in 1976 where he was State Administrative Officer. Robert had been a federal employee since 1934, having served in the Civilian Conservation Corp and in the Army in WWII in the Southern and Western Pacific. He was an elder, trustee, and former deacon of South Presbyterian Church, a member of the Syracuse Kiwanis Club, the Syracuse Scottish Rite bodies of Masonry, and the American Legion. He was a volunteer for many years at Community General Hospital and was a member of the Hospital Auxiliary and its Board of Directors. He was predeceased by his wife Denise. Robert is survived by his daughters, Barbara Kriesel of Syracuse and Didi (Richard) Acosta of Albuquerque, NM; six grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Donaldson	2015	Life Member and Senior Conservationist Norman Cesko Donaldson “Norm” (98) passed away on October 29, 2015 in Colville, Washington. He was born in Pomeroy. Norm graduated from Washington State College (now Washington State University) in 1940 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy. He then entered the U. S. Army Air Corp for three years during WWII and was honorably discharged on October 19, 1945 from the Fort Lewis Base in Washington. In November, 1945 he began work with the Garfield County engineer’s crew, then as field man in the Production Marketing Administration until 1952 in Pomeroy. It was in 1952 that Norm began his career with the Soil Conservation Service as a soil scientist. He was the party leader in charge of soil surveys in Spokane, Stevens, Whitman and Pend Oreille counties. He retired in 1982. In 1962 Norm married Dorothy Freeman. They shared their life in marriage until 1977 when Dorothy passed away. Norm has been an active community service volunteer in Colville, offering his assistance. He has been an active member in the United Methodist Church for many years. He is survived by his wife’s sister, Lois Lunden and her husband, George, Newport and their children; and his “adopted” family, Lynn Andrews and his wife, Johanna, Colville and their children. Memorial contributions may be given to the The Hub Senior Center in Colville. Please visit the on-line memorial and sign the guestbook at www.danekasfuneralchapel.com.
Donaldson	2010	Al Donaldson (71) of Brown County, Indiana passed away October 20, 2010. Al was a graduate of Purdue University. Al was a soil scientist and retired from SCS. Al served on the Brown County Plan Commission & Board of Zoning Appeals and was past president of the Hoosier Chapter of the Soil & Water Conservation Society. He served in the U. S. Air Force, obtaining the rank of Captain. Survivors include: wife, Catherine (Smith) Donaldson, Brown County; son, Mark (Jane) Donaldson, Brown County; daughters, Lynn (Philip) Adams, Woodbury, TN and Susie (Chris) Irish, Nashville, six grand children; and one great grand child. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hoosier Chapter of the SWCS Scholarship Fund c/o Bond-Mitchell funeral Home, 1682 State Road 135 North, Nashville, IN. 47448. On line condolences may made be sent to the family at: www.bondmitchellfuneralhome.com.
Doneen	2002	Marguerite Doneen (94) passed away March 30, 2002. She was the widow of Byron Doneen.
Donelson	2004	Keith Donelson (72) of Savoy, IL passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2004. Keith retired as Assistant State Conservationist in Illinois on May 31, 1987. His wife, Barbara, survives. Memorials may be made to the Champaign County Humane Society, 1911 E. Main Street, Urbana, IL 61802 or OR Safefordville United Methodist Church, RR 5 Lake Kohola Road, Emporia, KS 66801.
Doren	2016	Kenneth W. Van Doren (84) of Chaumont, New York passed away on November 22, 2016 at the Samaritan Summit Village in Watertown NY. He was the Valedictorian of the 1950 Lyme Central Graduation Class and attended Cornell University before returning home to assist his father with the family farm. He operated his own dairy farm near Chaumont from 1953 until 1959 when he joined GLF, and in 1963 he became manager of the GLF bulk feed facility in Canton. In 1969 he became a Soil Scientist with the USDA Soil Conservation Service and worked for SCS until his retirement in 1992. After moving back home to Chaumont. Ken was active for many years in the Lyme Free Library and was devoted to the care of Joanne his beloved wife of 63 years. In addition to being survived by his wife, he is survived by three sons, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Lyme Free Library in Chaumont.
Doren	2016	Kenneth W. Van Doren (84) of Chaumont, New York passed away on November 22, 2016 at the Samaritan Summit Village in Watertown NY. He was the Valedictorian of the 1950 Lyme Central Graduation Class and attended Cornell University before returning home to assist his father with the family farm. He operated his own dairy farm near Chaumont from 1953 until 1959 when he joined GLF, and in 1963 he became manager of the GLF bulk feed facility in Canton. In 1969 he became a Soil Scientist with the USDA Soil Conservation Service and worked for SCS until his retirement in 1992. After moving back home to Chaumont. Ken was active for many years in the Lyme Free Library and was devoted to the care of Joanne his beloved wife of 63 years. In addition to being survived by his wife, he is survived by three sons, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Lyme Free Library in Chaumont.
Doren	2010	Mabel Van Doren (80) of Kyle, Texas passed away April 7, 2010. Mabel was the wife of Clifford Van Doren who survives. Clifford is a retired conservation technician with SCS.
Doss	2011	Life member David Perry Doss (71) of Conroe, Texas passed away June 18, 2011. He graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. He was employed by NRCS where he served 43 years of employment in various locations including: Alabama, Georgia, Washington, D.C and Maryland. Most recently, David was the state conservationist in Maryland. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sue Doss of Conroe, TX; son, Gregory Doss of San Diego, CA; daughter, Starla (Steve) Shinn; and one grandson. The family request donations be made in memory of David to Conroe Church of Christ, "Share the Vision Fund" or to the Youth Program at Conroe Church of Christ, 1860 Longmire Road, Conroe, TX.
Doubt	1984	Paul D. Doubt passed away November 7, 1984. He was Design Engineer in Design Section and was located in Washington, DC. He was a Hydraulics Expert.
Doughty	2004	Senior Conservationist Thomas E. Doughty (93) passed away May 14, 2004 in Sheridan, WY. Tom was the first Soil Conservationist hired by SCS in Wyoming. He was Area Conservationist in Jackson, WY for many years prior to his retirement in July 1964. His wife of 62 years, Maxine, died in 1996. He is survived by 3 sons, a daughter, and numerous grandchildren(including 8 great-great grandchildren).
Douglas	2006	Senior Conservationist Donald S. Douglas (95) of Portland, Oregon passed away May 19, 2006. Donald was a plant materials specialist with SCS, retiring in 1973.
Douglass	2002	Honorary Statesman Earle Lawrence Douglass (96) passed away June 4, 2002 in McAllen, TX after a long illness. Earle worked for SCS for 32 years in Washington County, NY, and then for NY State Water Resources for another 10 years. He is survived by a son, 2 daughters, 6 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.
Downing	2008	Leo E. Downing passed away January 8, 2008. Leo retired in 1985 as the District Conservationist in Bryan Co., OK. Leo was very active in his community and served as an officer in numerous organizations. He is survived by his wife, Juanita; sons-John, Jerry, Roy, Charles, and Jim; daughter Sherell Mattingly; 15 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.
Doyle	2013	John T. (Jack) Doyle (82) of Pinedale, Wyoming passed away November 9, 2013. In 1950, he married his high school sweetheart, Virginia Adams. Jack graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1955 with a degree in civil engineering. During his 35-year career with the Soil Conservation Service, he served as project engineer, area engineer and state design engineer in Farson, Gillette, Sheridan and Casper. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Virginia; three sons, a daughter, eleven grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions can be made to the Pinedale Food Basket program or to the charity of your choice. Condolences can be left at covillfuneralhome.com.
Draper	2007	Allan Draper passed away September 22, 2007. Allan retired as a Conservation Technician at Hillsboro, IL.
Drees	2012	Robert H. Drees (65) of Salina, Kansas passed away March 29, 2012. He was born August 17, 1946. Robert worked as a geologist on the Watershed Planning Staff for NRCS in Kansas. He retired on the engineering staff on 2004. He graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy and received a master's degree in geology from Fort Hays State University. Robert is survived by his wife, Jean; one son, Jeff Drees, of Salina; one daughter, Bethany Drees, of Salina. Memorial contributions may be given to Sunrise Presbyterian Church or Tammy Walker Cancer Center, and left in care of the mortuary. For more information or to leave condolences for the family, please visit www.ryanmortuary.com.
Droge	2016	Harry Carl Droge (89) of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away April 5, 2016. He was born in Seneca, KS. Harry married Norma Spell Meier on June 25, 1950 who preceded him in death. He was a member of the Army Reserves and worked for the U.S. Corp of Engineers before becoming a construction inspector for flood control with the Soil Conservation Service. Harry is survived by his three sons, seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a younger brother.
Droge	2012	Norma Irene Droge (82) of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away January 28, 2012. Norma is survived by her husband of 61 years, Harry Droge, who retired in 1988 as a Construction Inspector for SCS at Strong City Project Office. Other survivors include sons, James (Diane) Droge of Broken Arrow, OK, David (Joyce) Droge of Lawrence, KS and Daniel (Kim) Droge of Manhattan, KS; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Ridge Christian Church, C/0 Penwell-Gabel, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 66846.
Drullinger	2014	Florence (Carter) Drullinger (98) of Holt, Michigan passed away on March 18, 2014. She graduated from MSU in 1939 with a degree in music and later worked for the Crop and Soil Science Department. She married her college sweetheart, Richard H. Drullinger. Richard retired in 1975 as the State Resource Conservationist for SCS. Surviving is one daughter, three sons, eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. On line condolences may be made at www.greastlansing.com
Ducommun	2015	Wayne W. Ducommun (87) of Sioux City, Iowa passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at his residence comforted by family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.meyerbroschapels.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Wayne received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Iowa State University in Agricultural Engineering in 1949. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and was an instructor in Etta Jima, Japan for construction of roads and bridges. In 1952, Wayne started working for Duke’s Radio in Sioux City and remained there until starting his career as a project engineer with the Soil Conservation Service in 1957. His final project, after 30 years of service, was the Bacon Creek Project. Wayne retired as an area engineer for N.W. Iowa designing dams and water sheds. Following his retirement, Wayne worked at the Siouxland Center For Active Generations as a counselor until 2013, assisting others with tax preparation, and offering financial advice for 29 years. He was a member of Sioux City Engineer’s Club, and was a trustee for the Westminster Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jeri of Sioux City, three children, and three granddaughters.
Duesterhaus	2006	Judie Duesterhaus (64) passed away at her home on June 7, 2006. Judie was the wife of ARCSE President Rich Duesterhaus. Rich retired from NRCS in Jan. 1997 as Deputy Chief. Judie is survived by Rich, 2 daughters-Kathy and Lynn, 6 sons-Steve, Mike, Dan, Alan, Tom and Greg, and 14 grandchildren. Memorials may go to So Others Might Eat, 71 O St. NW, Washington, DC 2001 or to Capitol Hospice, Development Office, 6565 Arlington Blvd., #501, Falls Church, VA 22042.
Dugan	2015	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist William Dugan (92) of Forest Grove, Oregon passed away Jan. 17, 2015. He was born in Lander, Wyoming, graduated from Lander High school and earned a bachelor’s degree in forestry from the University of Montana in Missoula. He retired in 1981 as assistant state conservationist for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in Portland after a 36 year career. Len met the love of his life of 43 years, LaVonne, in Portland. He is survived by his sons, William "Len" Jr. (Tiffany) and Daniel (Kim); stepchildren, Julia and Paul; and five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and their families. Len will be remembered for his sense of humor and kind heart. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, 9 Lake Bellevue Drive, #203, Bellevue, WA 98005.
Dugan	2007	Frank Dugan (90) passed away April 2007. Frank retired from the Resource Staff in the Virginia State Office in December 1977. He was the State Biologist there for many years.
Duke	2010	Joe D. Duke (79) of Glenwood, Indiana passed away Jan. 23, 2010. Joe also served his country in both the US Army and US Air Force. He received a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State before getting a teaching degree at Purdue University. He was a Vocational Agriculture Teacher in Mississippi during the 1960s and a District Conservationist in Rush County, IN from 1968 to 1988. Survivors in addition to his wife, Betty Holland Duke, include sons, Joe D. Duke II of College Corner, Ohio, Daniel Luke Duke II of Galveston, Texas, Barney Smart of Shelbyville and Jerry Smart of Galveston, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Rush County.
DuMont	2008	Paul G. DuMont (70) passed away January 25, 2008. Paul retired in 1991 from SCS as an Editor in the National Office. Paul was an avid bird watcher with a list of 829 US birds seen. Paul is survived by his sisters, Annie Weinreich, Caroline Jones and Joan Bowman.
Dunaway	2006	Senior Conservationist Sam G. Dunaway (87) passed away September 18, 2006. Sam retired from SCS in Oct. 1987 after 36 years. He served as District Conservationist and as RC&D Coordinator. Sam is survived by his wife, Ruth, three children, 2 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.
Dunn	2016	Steve Dunn (61) of Portland, Oregon passed away on February 26, 2016 following his battle with medical issues. He was an Electronic Technician with the Natural Resources Conservation Service at the National Water and Climate Center in Portland.
Dunn	2015	Sheila Beth Dunn (70) of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania passed away after a short battle with cancer. She is survived by two brothers, a niece and her 3 nephews. While at Camp Hill High School, Shelia was a star athlete and a member of her championship basketball team. After graduating high school she attended Lock Haven University. Shelia worked most of her life on watershed projects for the Soil Conservation Service. She was an accomplished and meticulous drafts person. To leave an online condolence to the family please visit us at GeigleFuneralHome.com
Dunn	2010	Charles R. Dunn (89) of Lexington, Kentucky passed away Sept. 14, 2010. He retired from SCS. In addition to his wife, Beulah Isaac Dunn, he is survived by two sons, Gene (Pam) Dunn and Ed (Cathy) Dunn and a daughter, Betty Jo Dunn, Lexington; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a grandson and great grandchild. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Bluegrass.
Dunnigan	2014	Member and Senior Conservationist Lorn P. Dunnigan (87) of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on October 16, 2014. Borne in Cavalier County ND, Lorn was a U.S. Navy veteran 1945-1946. He graduated from NDSU in 1951 with a degree in soil science. He retired from the Soil Conservation Service in 1989 as Head of the Soil Mechanics Lab. Lorn is survived by his wife of 63 years, Cecilia and children and spouses: David (Joy) Dunnigan, Clatonia; Diane (Tom) Lamb, Lincoln; Joan Dunnigan and (Bob Cohn), Louisville, KY; Karan Dunnigan and (Gary Connelley), Billings, MT; and Brian (Jody) Dunnigan, Lincoln; 13 grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Preceded in death by daughter, Beth Louise Dunnigan; four brothers and one sister.
Dunton	2011	Roger T. Dunton (90) passed away at his home in Clearwater, FL, June 19, 2011. Roger served in the US Army Infantry in WWII and was the recipient of a Purple Heart for his injuries. He earned BS and MS degrees from the University of Vermont. He served as State Administrative Officer for SCS in Vermont for 26 years retiring in 1982. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth. They had no children. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Chittenden-Grand Isle Counties Hospice, 110 Prim Road, Colchester, VT 05446.
Dupont	2015	David P. Dupont (64) of Dansville, New York passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2015. He was a true outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and shooting with his wife, family and friends. He was a member of numerous organizations supporting these activities. Dave was a graduate of Alfred University and Tech. He retired from the USDA-NRCS as a conservationist based out of Bath. In recent years he had his own conservationist consulting business. He was a US Army veteran serving from 1970 to 1978. He is survived by his dear wife of 36 years, Debra, a daughter, Erin (Kyle) Cloutier of MA, a son, Jon (Heather) Dupont of PA, and three grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please make memorials to the Dansville Fish and Game Club, 35 Gibson St., PO Box 406.
Durban	2014	Clarence W. Durban (93) of Plain City, Ohio passed away on October 22, 2014. Clarence was a WW II US Navy Veteran (1944-1946) Fireman First Class stationed on the USS Laub and USS Stevenson. He was a Darby High School Graduate and member of the Plain City Presbyterian Church. Clarence traveled nationally and abroad for the conservation of our national resources. He was an active member and past president of the National Association Conservation District (NACD) and Ohio Federation Conservation District (OFCD) for Land and Soil Conservation. He met with President Reagan regarding the Farm Bill in the early 1980s. He was the NACD president who led the effort to purchase the NACD building in DC among other accomplishments. He is survived by his wife, Polly Scheiderer Durban; a daughter, Barbara (Joe Jenkins) Bruning; two step-children; 12 step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Duree	2014	Erma Duree (86) of Chariton, Iowa passed away September 25, 2014. She was the wife of the late Leo Duree who was a retired engineering technician. Surviving are her three daughters, seven grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren.
Duree	2011	Leo Duree (87) of Chariton, IA passed away May 11, 2011. He was a conservation technician for SCS in the Chariton field office. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Erma; three daughters, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Memorials to Circle of Life Hospice or Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Dush	2011	Robert "Bob" Dush (93) of Wooster, Ohio passed away on July 2, 2011. He worked as a soil conservationist for SCS for 30 years before retiring in 1975. Bob was a vocational agriculture teacher upon graduation from Ohio State University in 1941. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth Dush, of Wooster; three children, eight grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.
Dwyer	2001	Robert E. Dwyer (75) passed away August 6, 2001. He was the first RC&D Coordinator for Sullivan Trail RC&D.
Dwyer	1999	Mary Frances "Fran" Dwyer (86) passed away December 27, 1999 in Des Moines, Iowa. Fran served as Secretary to the State Conservationist in the 50's and 60's. She transferred to Iowa from the old regional office in Milwaukee when offices were set up in states.
Dye	2008	James W. Dye III (87) passed away June 4, 2008. Jim was a Soil Scientist in Kentucky when he retired in 1976. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; children-Pat, Bob, and Nancy Alford; 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the choice of the donor.
Dykes	2017	Joey Brent Dykes (63) of Campton, Kentucky passed away on December 13, 2017. He was born in Liberty, Kentucky. He is survived by one daughter, Andrea “Andie” Nicole Dykes Owens (Josh) of Russell Springs, Kentucky. In August 1976, he began working as a Civil Engineering Technician for the USDA-NRCS. His career spanned over 41 years. In 1987, Governor Wallace Wilkinson named him a Kentucky Colonel. He also won numerous awards and accolades during his employment with USDA-NRCS. If he wasn’t working outdoors he could be found on the lake doing his favorite hobby, fishing.
Dykes	1990	Jefferson C. Dykes passed away December 29, 1990. He was Assistant Director of SCS and was located in Washington, DC.
Dylla	2004	Francis Dylla passed away in November 2004. Francis was the District Conservationist in Stearns County, MN at the time of his retirement.
Dymond	2014	Senior Conservationist Sterling Atwood Dymond Jr. (93) of Bangor, Maine passed January 7, 2014. A 1938 graduate of Bangor High School, Sterling was a civilian employee of Dow Air Force Base during World War II and later worked for Northeast Airlines as a ground marshal. One job highlight included being a member of the crew that marshalled Air Force One during President Lyndon Johnson's pass-through in 1966 and having the opportunity to shake the President's hand. After receiving his associate's degree from Husson around 1967, he became an engineering technician and joined the USDA-Soil Conservation Service, retiring in 1985. His brother, Willey, also worked for SCS. Sterling continued to work part-time for 12 years at the former Bangor Auditorium. He was baptized at St. John's Episcopal Church and became a member during his teens, holding various lay positions over the years; past Worshipful Master and 35-year 32 degree Brother of North Star Lodge No. 22, Prince Hall Masons Jurisdiction of Massachusetts; and former president of the Bangor Area Chapter of the NAACP. For his civic contributions, Sterling received one of the 34 Paul Bunyan Citizen's Award from the City of Bangor in 2009. He was predeceased by his wife of 32 years, Dorothy (McIntyre) Dymond. He is survived by his three children, Nancy and Sterling III of Bangor and Claudia of Brooklyn, NY. Gifts in Sterling's memory may be made to the Youth and Outreach Ministries of St. John's Episcopal Church Parish Office, 234 French St., Bangor, ME 04401; or the College Scholarship Fund of the North Star Lodge No. 22, 156 Cedar St., Bangor, ME 04401. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
Earl	2001	Joe (J.B.) Earl (83) passed away August 23, 2001. Joe retired as Louisiana State Conservationist. He worked in several locations in South Carolina before transferring to Louisiana in 1961 as ASTC. He was promoted to St. Con. in 1967 and retired in 1973. His wife, Flora, a daughter, Jane, a son, Jerry, 4 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren survive him.
Earle	2008	Senior Conservationist Louis Earle (95) passed away May 23, 2008. Louis retired in September 1967 as the District Conservationist in Sedgwick Cty, KS. He is survived by his wife, Louise: a daughter-Linda Gregory-Johnson; 2 sons-Stephan and Kerry; 6 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.
Eby	2006	Carl F. Eby, retired (1986) New Jersey State Soils Scientist passed away January 4, 2006 of a heart attack.
Echaide	2014	Joyce Echaide (63) of Sacramento, California passed away on February 11^th, 2014. She is survived by her domestic partner of 35 years, Danny Maxim. Her loving and giving spirit will certainly be missed, but not forgotten. Joyce was the former Administrative Assistant/Secretary with the SCS Soils Staff in Davis, CA. Danny is a retired Civil Engineering Technician in California.
Eckert	2007	Daryl Ray Eckert (43) passed away suddenly on July 19, 2007 in Boerne, Texas. Daryl was serving as the District Conservationist for Kendall County. He is survived by his wife Rhonda and two sons.
Eddleman	2011	Robert L. Eddleman Jr. (70) of Mayfield, Kentucky, formerly of Clinton, passed away April 16, 2011. He is survived by his daughter, Kizar Eddleman Luckett of Hendersonville, TN; a son, Rob Eddleman of Cunningham, KY; and three grandchildren. Donations may be made to the Clinton-Hickman Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 29, Clinton, KY 42031.
Eddy	2018	Charles Eddy (72) a resident of Chillicothe, Missouri, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family members on July 9, 2018 at his residence. Charles was born in Sikeston, Missouri. Charles served in the United States Army from 1968 until 1972 during the Vietnam War. He attended the University of Missouri, graduating in 1973, with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture. Charles worked for the USDA as a soil conservationist for 35 years, retiring as an area conservationist in December of 2000. He then co-owned and operated Gaslight Real Estate from 2001 until his retirement in 2013. He was a member of the Church of Christ, Chillicothe, Missouri, where he had served as an elder since 2002. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Joyce of the home; two sons, Joe David (Kelly) Eddy of Rocheport, Missouri, and John Daniel (Teresa) Eddy of Henryetta, Oklahoma; two daughters, Lynnette Marie (Michael) Berry of Kansas City, Missouri, and Leah Michelle (Jason) Robitaille of Russellville, Arkansas; ten grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two brothers, and a mother-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Elijah Hunter Saldivar. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of Christ and may be left at or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601. Online condolences may be made at www.lindleyfuneralhomes.com.
Edens	2005	Marshall Edens passed away January 12, 2005. Marshall retired as Asst. St. Conservationist-Water Resources in Ohio Oct. 1990. He served for many years as the Agr. Economist on the Planning Party. Memorial Gifts may be made to: American Legion Post 283, 7725 Refugee Rd NW, Pickerington, Ohio 43147.
Ediger	2003	Ott Ediger (90) passed away December 7, 2003 in Austin, Texas. He retired as District Conservationist at Sinton Texas. Services were at the First United Methodist Church in Sinton on December 13. His career spanned 35 years with the SCS in Texas and he also served in the military in World War II. He was a graduate of Oklahoma A&M (now Oklahoma State University) with a degree in agronomy. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, a son and a daughter.
Edwards	2015	Kay L. Edwards (76) of Columbia, Missouri passed away on January 28, 2015. Kay is survived by her husband Jerry Edwards and they just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on January 23, 2015. Jerry was the hydraulic engineer on the watershed planning staff in Missouri, retiring in 1996. Kay is also survived by a daughter, Pam (Dan) Budd and a son, Paul Edwards. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Edwards	2015	Beverly “Jeanie” Brewster Edwards (69) of Pryor, Oklahoma passed away on April 13, 2015. She was the retired District Secretary for Mayes County Conservation District at Pryor with 30 yrs. of service.
Edwards	2013	Thomas D. Edwards (64) of Delaware passed away on February 28, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He graduated in 1970 from the Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and went on to serve his country as a member of the United States Army until 1973. Tom served as district conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 40 years, Linda; son, Stephen (Sandy) Edwards of Dublin; daughter, Kristen (Jonathan) Wish of Bellefontaine; and two grandchildren. Contributions in Tom’s memory may be made to the William Street UMC Foundation or to the Boy Scouts of America, Simon Kenton Council.
Edwards	2012	Virgil Edwards (81) of Temple, Texas passed away March 20, 2012 at his home.
Edwards	2009	G. Paul Edwards (80) of Middletown, Maryland passed away Feb. 3, 2009. Born April 11, 1928, in Byers, Texas, he graduated from Texas Technological University with a degree in agronomy. He served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and was retired from the U.S. Army Reserves at the rank of major. Paul worked for more than thirty years for SCS. Paul loved sports, was an active tennis player until 2006, enjoyed reading, volunteering, and helping his neighbors. He is survived by his wife, Jane "Penny" Sponaugle Edwards of Middletown. Contributions can be made in his name to CaringBridge.org or a charity of one's choice.
Eikleberry	1982	Robert W. Eikleberry passed away September 7, 1982. He was Soils Correlator and was located in Lincoln, NE and Ft. Smith, AR.
Eisenbrey	2013	Member William W. "Bill" Eisenbrey, Sr. (81) of Milford, Delaware passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving his country proudly during the Korean Conflict. Bill served as a conservation technician for the Soil Conservation Service for 42 years, retiring 1990. That same year, he accepted a job with the Kent County Soil Conservation District and retired from that position in 2000. He was a long time member of the Milford Lions Club, holding the office of 1^st Vice President and President. Bill was also a member of numerous other civic and professional organizations. Bill was a member of the Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford, where he was active with the Methodist Men. He was preceded in death by his wife, Winnifred L. Eisenbrey. He is survived by a son, William W. (Lois) Eisenbrey, Jr. of Middletown; three daughters, Karen L. Robinson of Lancaster, PA, Mary Beth Eisenbrey and Leslie G. Eisenbrey, both of Dover; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Elder	2002	William R. (Bob) Elder (94) passed away in Temple, Texas on April 8, 2002. Bob was originally from Winfield, Kansas, and was a graduate of the University of Illinois with a degree in Soil Chemistry. He served on the Soils Staff of the Texas State Office from 1948 until his retirement in 1969. Bob was well known among his peers and has published several technical papers. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Temple and was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth on February 17, 2002. He is survived by one son and one daughter.
Eley	2005	Senior Conservationist Gail W. Eley (96) of Portland, Indiana passed away February 20, 2005. Gail was a regional water management engineer with SCS, retiring in 1965.
Elkins	2011	Senior Conservationist Earl W. Elkins (92) of Dickinson, North Dakota passed away September 14, 2011. Earl worked for SCS at Hettinger, ND (1963-66) and then Dickinson, ND (1966-83). From 1983-89 he worked for Western Soil Conservation District. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Clara; one daughter, Earleen (Gary) Friez; two sons, Gerald (Donna) Elkins and Arthur (Teryl) Elkins; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; twin sisters and one sister-in-law. He was preceded in death by 5 brothers, three sisters and a grandson.
Ellicott	2013	Larry David Ellicott (68) of Gilbert, Arizona lost his battle with brain cancer January 18, 2013. Larry worked for SCS/NRCS for 30 years. Served as a Range Conservationist in both St. Maries & Lewiston, Idaho; and as the Area Range Conservationist in Flagstaff, Arizona. Then he moved on to Salt Lake City, Utah where he served as the State Range Conservationist. He retired in January of 2004. A graduate of the University of Arizona, Larry also served in the US Navy during the Viet Nam War. Larry and wife Sherry had moved to Arizona where they could be near children and grandchildren. Sherry is currently working as an Administrative Assistant with NRCS in the State Office in Phoenix. He is also survived by two sons, a daughter, and nine grandchildren.
Ellington	2003	Emmett Ellington (85) was State Administrative Officer in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Elliott	2016	Senior Conservationist Loren Spencer Elliott (92) was born on his parent’s farm in Rice Township, Ringgold County, Iowa. He attended Iowa State College on a Sears and Roebuck scholarship and monthly $20 loans from twin sister, Lois, along with her fine 1941 Christmas gift of a new Underwood Portable Typewriter. Loren entered the US Navy on May 26, 1943 and was honorably discharged February 17, 1946 at Ft Snelling, St. Paul, MN. He served on numerous bases and one year aboard the U.S.S. Makassar Strait CVE-91. Loren returned to Iowa State College and graduated in 1949 with a B.S. degree in Agricultural Engineering. He retired December 31, 1982 from the Soil Conservation Service, USDA, having served as assistant area engineer in Ft Dodge, planning engineer in the Little Sioux Watershed at Sioux City; area engineer in Topeka, KS; and Watershed and River Basin Engineer for the State of Iowa located in Des Moines. He lived in the Des Moines area from 1963 until he moved to Mesa, AZ in 1993. Loren returned to Mount Ayr as a resident of Clearview Home and he passed away there on January 22, 2016. He was preceded in death by his middle son Bob and all of his siblings. Survivors include his wife of 68 years Alma of Clearview Home in Mount Ayr, IA; sons Mark (Susan) Elliott of Gallup, New Mexico and Jim Elliott of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law Margaret Elliott of Des Moines, IA; and three grandchildren.
Elliott	2010	Warren F. Elliott (64) passed away suddenly October 27, 2010, at his home in Columbia, Missouri. Warren had served as a contract specialist for SCS in the Missouri state office. He held many jobs in his life, but found his real calling as the Machens Toyota courtesy van driver. He loved music, and shared his infectious enthusiasm for it as a member of several local bands. Among those left behind are his wife, Patricia; daughters, Dianne and Rebecca; and two granddaughters. A music scholarship is being established in his name.
Elliott	2008	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Clark H. Elliott (98) passed away recently (reported 6/08). Clark retired in April 1974 as the Assistant State Administrative Officer for Colorado.
Ellis	2018	Billy Wayne Ellis (76), Seminole resident, went to Heaven, his eternal home, on July 28, 2018 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with his loving wife Ruby by his side. Bill was born in Prague, Oklahoma. Bill graduated with the class of 1960 from Strother High School. In addition to several other jobs, he was a technician for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Seminole and Pottawatomie Counties and on the watershed staff in Pontotoc County, retiring in December of 2002. Bill was a member of the Praise Assembly of God in Little, Oklahoma and served as deacon and Sunday School Superintendent and Teacher. He had a love for classic cars and owned several throughout his lifetime. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Ruby Ellis of Seminole, Oklahoma; a son, a daughter, five siblings, five grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. A link to his obituary and online condolences http://www.swearingenfuneral.com/funeral-schedule/m.obituary/17/view/4863
Ellis	2005	Wesley L. Ellis (92) passed away March 27, 2005. Wes retired as Director of the Cartographic Unit in Portland, OR. His wife, Rowena, died in 1988. Two daughters, a son, and numerous grand and great grandchildren survive him.
Ellithorpe	1996	Glenn L. Ellithorpe passed away July 4, 1996. He was an Engineer and was located in KS. He was also an Irrigation Well Specialist in India.
Elmore	2015	Life Member Joseph L. (Joe) Elmore (82) passed away on November 17, 2015, at his home in Baxter, Tennessee, on the farm where he was born. He began his career with Soil Conservation Service in 1957 as a Soil Conservationist Student Trainee in Gainesboro, TN. He was a Soil Conservationist in Gainesboro, an Administrative Assistant in Albuquerque, NM, and a Classification Specialist in Washington, DC. He worked as State Administrative Officer in Albuquerque, NM, Columbia, MO, and Columbia, SC. He also was Assistant State Administrative Officer in Nashville, TN, and RC&D Coordinator in Chattanooga, TN. He retired in 1986 as a Management Analyst in the Productivity Enhancement Division of SCS in Washington, DC. He was a Korean War veteran. Joe is survived by his wife of 35 years Dianne Elmore and son Lynell (Christie) Elmore, of Baxter, TN, and daughter JoAnn (Michael) of Cookeville, TN. Survivors also include six grandchildren and one great-grandson.
Emsminger	2006	George Ensminger (72) pased away August 17, 2006. George retired as an Area Engineer in OK.
Enderlin	2006	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Hal Enderlin (95) passed away February 20, 2006. Hal retired in May 1972 as Assistant Director, Engineering Division, in the National Office of SCS. Prior to coming to Washington he had served as the State Conservation Engineer in California. After retirement they moved to Central Nevada. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, sons, Jay and William, 2 granddaughters and 4 great grandchildren.
Engle	2013	Melvin E. Engle (74) of Ashland, Pennsylvania passed away on December 31, 2013. He was a Navy veteran, serving on the USS Oglethorpe, USS Little Rock, USS Allen M. Sumner and USS Mullinnix. He retired from NRCS in 2004 after working 20 years as a soil conservation technician. He coached Little League in Easton and was an avid coon hunter, member of the American Kennel Club and was a bench show judge for hounds for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane Metz Engle in May 2012. Three daughters, three sons, 10 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren survive. Website at www.kullfuneral.com.
Ensminger	2014	Billy John Ensminger (85) of Duncan, Oklahoma passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014, at home surrounded by his family. He graduated from Wewoka High School in 1947 where he was a standout football player. He served his country honorably in the United States Army. He worked in the oil field for Mobil and Deep Rock in Oklahoma and Kansas in his earlier years and went to work for the US Soil Conservation Service in 1961, retiring from there in 1993 as a Supervisory Surveyor. He loved hunting, enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with family. Billy is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ellen Ensminger, of the home; two children, two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Online condolences can be sent to the family at: www.granthamfuneralhomes.com
Erdman	2011	Senior Conservationist Alvin A. "Al" Erdman (92) of Waukesha, Wisconsin passed away May 3, 2011. He retired in 1981 as a District Conservationist with SCS. Al is survived by his children Janet (John) O'Brien and Allan Erdman and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Jane (nee Steppler). Memorials to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church or School.
Erdman	2009	Helen Erdman (75) of Richmond, VA passed away Saturday, January 10, 2009. She retired from SCS in 1988, where she served as Personnel Specialist. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church Building Fund, 9505 Gayton Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229.
Erinakes	2005	Janet Erinakes (65) passed away August 23, 2005. Janet was the wife of Dennis Erinakes. Dennis retired in Oct. 1992 as the National Ground Water Geologist. She is survived by Dennis, 2 sons and 5 grandchildren.
Ernstes	2013	Thomas L. Ernstes (86) of Xenia, Ohio passed away January 1, 2013 at Liberty Nursing Center of Xenia. He retired in 1993, as a conservationist with SCS after 37 years. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Wilma (Ohmer) Ernstes, and four daughters. In lieu of flowers, family requests contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH, 45420. Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com.
Erwin	2000	Roy Erwin (86) passed away February 14, 2000 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Roy retired during 1974 as an Oklahoma Assistant State Conservationist. He is remembered for his concepts and early guidance of the RC&D program.
Esarey	2014	Dwight M. Esarey (84) of Fairfield, Illinois passed away on January 15, 2014. He graduated the University of Illinois with a BS in Agriculture. Dwight was a member of the Kirk Chapel United Methodist Church in rural Robinson for over 50 years. For 36 years he was a District Conservationist for the Soil Conservation Service in Crawford, Jasper, Lawrence and Wayne Counties. Dwight was awarded the Wayne County Friend of 4-H award and was elected to the Illinois 4-H Hall of Fame in 2012. He coached girls youth softball for many years in Oblong and Fairfield and was a "#1 Fan" of multiple youth sports. Dwight is survived by two sons, two daughters 12 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Kirk Chapel United Methodist Church or to a charity of the donor's choice. To leave condolences online, visit www.jg-tc.com.
Eschenbach	2014	Mary Eschenbach (64) of White Lake, Wisconsin passed away at her home on June 21, 2014. Mary started her USDA career as a Computer Assistant in Beaver Dam with the Soil Conservation Service in August 1988. She transferred to Appleton in October of 1996. NRCS IT Specialists were transferred to the USDA/OCIO/ITS agency in November 2004. Mary retired from the USDA/OCIO/ITS office in Appleton, Wisconsin in September 2009.
Eshelman	2012	Janice Surae Friesen Eshelman (66) of Harper, KS passed away January 23, 2012 at her home in Harper, Kansas after a fierce battle with cancer over the past three years. She attended Tonkawa College from 1963 to 1964. Jan retired from the SCS Sunflower RC&D office where she was a secretary and office automation assistant, a job she held for 31 years. Jan loved horses and became active with anything pertaining to them for many years—riding, clubs, shows, fair, and the Kansas Western Horseman's Association. Jan will be deeply missed by her husband, David Eshelman; her son Marty (Lori) Eshelman, all of Harper; her mother, Viola Friesen of Medford, OK; and three grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Harper Kiddie Barn, KWHA Scholarship, or the Cancer Center of Kansas in Kingman.
Espey	2018	Royce W. Espey, Sr. (81) of Halifax County, North Carolina passed away on June 20, 2018. Royce retired as Planning Engineer on the River Basin/Watershed Planning staff of the Soil Conservation Service in Raleigh where he worked for more than 20 years. Royce graduated from the University of Tennessee earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Engineering. Following college, he served his country with the U. S. Army from 1959 to 1962. Royce is survived by his three sons, Royce W. Espey, Jr. and his wife Terri of Fuquay Varina, Gary G. Espey of Wake Forest and James L. Espey and his wife Debbie of Lexington Park, MD: two sisters, Sue Tinkle, and Geraldine Binkley and her husband Billy all of Dyer County, TN; sister-in-law, Althea Espey of Baton Rouge, LA; three granddaughters, a grandson and great-granddaughter. Online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.letchworthsykesfs.com. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in memory of Royce.
Estlack	2018	Eli Thomas Estlack (90) of Morgantown, Virginia passed away March 15, 2018, at Monongalia General Hospital. Thomas was born in Tyler County, West Virginia. He was educated in the Tyler County school system, Salem College and West Virginia University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. His first job was with Wetzel County School System as an instructor of veterans, 1949-50. He then went on to work for the USDA Soil Conservation Service in Nicholas and Kanawha Counties 1951-67. He finished his career in Morgantown at the Soil Conservation Service State Office as the State Administrative Officer 1970-1977. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Crystalee Trough Estlack; his son, Mark Estlack (Stephanie) and daughter Chris Estlack Riggs (Donald). He I also survived by two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and two sisters, and multiple nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to American Heart Association, 162 Court Street, Charleston, WV 25301. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at www.furbeefuneralhome.com.
Eswaran	2014	Hariharan Eswaran (73), Arlington, VA, died Monday, April 14, 2014 in Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington. A private memorial service will be held at a later date in Malaysia. Hariharan (Hari) Eswaran was born in Kluang, Johore, Malaysia. Hari graduated from English College, Johore, Malaysia and the University of Malaya, Malaysia. He earned a Master’s degree and PhD in Soil Science from Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium. He retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Washington D.C., in 2010. As National Leader, World Soil Resources, USDA NRCS, Hari led an international effort providing technical assistance in soil survey, soil conservation and soil fertility. During his 30 year career, he worked with scientists in over 100 countries helping to promote better land management in support of sustainable agriculture world-wide. The Soil Science Society of America made him a Fellow in 1993, and in 2012 he was honored by the International Union of Soil Science with the Guy Smith Medal for Soil Classification. He was the son of the late, E. Harihara Iyer and leaves behind his beloved mother Gomathy Mangalam, four sisters, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, and their respective spouses, grand nieces and nephews to mourn his loss.
Esworthy	2015	Larry David Esworthy (77) of Olney, Illinois passed away on February 1, 2015 at his home. Larry was an Elder of First Presbyterian Church in Olney and a board member of Fox River Apartments. For 30 years, he was District Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service at Pekin, Shelbyville, Toledo and Olney field offices. Larry was a graduate of the University of Illinois. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Sandra of Olney, a daughter Lori (Peter) Chien of Rome, NY; a son, David (Kristi) Esworthy of Sanford, FL, and five grandchildren, three stepchildren, seven step-grandchildren.
Etherington	2014	Thomas Paul “Tom” Etherington (92) of Richmond, KY passed away suddenly on July 2, 2014, after arrival at Baptist Health Richmond. Tom was a retired District Conservationist in Richmond, KY with the Soil Conservation Service. After his retirement, he was the caretaker of Million Park of Richmond for many years. Tom was an active member of the St. Mark Roman Catholic Church and a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He volunteered for many years with the Boy Scouts, the 4-H organization, and was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus and Association of Retired Federal Employees. Survivors include: his wife, Anna Manning Jones Etherington of Richmond; two sons, Thomas H. Etherington (Kimberely) of Richmond and James L. Etherington (Maria) of Lexington; five daughters, Rebecca “Becky” Etherington and Dottye Etherington Burton, both of Richmond, Carolyn Etherington Hornback (John) of McDonough, Georgia, Patti Etherington and Janet Etherington Short (Bill), both of Richmond. He also leaves 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mark School, Richmond, KY 40475.Condolences may be expressed at www.orpfh.com.
Evanoika	2007	Steve Evanoika, NRCS retiree, passed away April 17, 2007. He worked for NRCS- in Simla, Castle Rock, and Kiowa. He was serving on the Elbert/Douglas COC, and was very involved in the conservation community. Steve will be sadly missed by all of us.
Evans	2015	Steven T. Evans (60) of Albemarle, North Carolina passed away on February 8, 2015. Steve retired in December 2012 as Soil Survey Project Leader, Greensboro MLRA Soil Survey Office with 33 years of service. He passed away at Duke University Medical Center after two months of progressive illness. Steve was a native of Alamance County and graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in soil science. He spent his career mapping soils in North Carolina. He worked on the soil surveys for Brunswick, Gaston, Haywood, Jackson, Montgomery, Polk, Richmond Counties and the update of Scotland County. In his last assignment before retiring he was assisting with the update of Alamance County and the initial soil survey of Caswell County. Steve is survived by his wife Linda Phillips Evans of 35 years; a stepson, Tom Fetzer and wife, Donna; and two grandchildren, his mother Clara Kivett Evans, and brother, Tony Evans.
Evans	2013	Life Member Max Langford Evans (77) of Greencastle, Indiana passed away on May 22, 2013 after a long fight with multiple myeloma. He earned degrees in agricultural engineering and surveying at Purdue University where he met his wife, Joy (Zeiner) Evans. After ROTC in college he served in the peacetime U.S. Army at Ft. Leonard Wood and Ft. Bliss. He spent most of his career as an engineer with the Soil Conservation Service, retiring as the Assistant State Conservationist in 1995 after 37 years of service. He followed that time by working several years inspecting dams and designing septic systems. His most important work, besides raising his family, was helping establish independent Christian congregations in both Paoli (Paoli Christian Church) and Greencastle (Greencastle Christian Church). He served as an elder with both congregations. He is survived by his loving wife Joy Zeiner Evans of Greencastle, a daughter Michelle Evans of Greencastle, son Scot (Lisa) Evans of Westfield and daughter Krista (Keith) Rowls of Indianapolis. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Greencastle Christian Church. Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared with the family at www.bittlesandhurt.com.
Evans	2010	Paul Benjamin Evans (92) of Oak Hill, Ohio passed away July 5, 2010 at his residence after an extended illness. He was a WW II Army veteran, serving in Alaska and the European Theater and worked for SCS in Gallia and Meigs Counties for 33 years. Paul is survived by his wife of 69 years, Evelyn L. Evans of Oak Hill; sons, Mike (Marlene) Evans of Lebanon, OH and Dr. David ( Virginia) Evans of Jackson; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers in Paul's memory, donations may be made to Holzer Hospice, 100 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Online condolences may be emailed to: www.e-klewisfuneral.com.
Evans	2008	Nadine Evans passed away April 17, 2008. She was the wife of Charlie Evans. Charlie retired as a State Conservationist in SCS and passed away in 2001. She is survived by a son, Dick Powell and a daughter, Deanna Powell, 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Memorials may go to the First Methodist Church, 400 W Seventh, Stillwater, OK 74076 or Judith Karmen Hospice, PO Box 818, Stillwater, OK 74076.
Evans	2007	Honorary Member and Senior Conservationist Thomas B. Evans (94) passed away December 25, 2007. His wife, Frances Melina, passed away in August 2007, after 73 years of marriage. Tom retired from SCS in June 1974. He enjoyed a lengthy and distinguished career with the Soil Conservation Service in Utah, Maryland, West Virginia, Indiana and Oregon. He graduated from the University of Maine, and a served as a naval officer in both World War II and the Korean War. He is survived by his son Thomas L., and daughters Linda and Virginia; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Evans	2005	Herbert O. Evans (85) passed away recently (Oct 2005). Herb retired in Dec. 1977 as the Public Information Officer in Arkansas.
Evans	2001	Statesman Charles A. Evans (90) passed away November 25, 2001. Charlie had been having serious health problems for the past year or so. He retired as State Conservationist in North Dakota in 1973. He started his career as an engineer.
Evenson	2008