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In Memoriam	Julian C. Vitali	8/28/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Julian "Chuck" vitali, Class of 1965. Chuck, 80, of East Lyme, CT passed away on August 23, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of the Newman Club, Outing Club, Band, Concert Band, President of the Model Railroad Association, Mountain & Cold Weather, Honor Signal Platoon, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. He was a lifetime member of the Partridge Society and Garrison Associates with 35 years of consecutive giving. A memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30th at The Walllingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext., Wallingford, CT. Donations in Chuck's memory can be sent to Norwich University, Development Office, 158 Harmon Dr., Northfield, VT 05663. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.wallingfordfh.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.wallingfordfh.com%252fobituaries%252fJulian-Chuck-Vitali%253fobId%253d32892549%26srcid%3D197221%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D30918023%26trid%3D798c4190-4b3d-4223-83cb-d5f1790a5320&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7C0cbe99d4507442a3f6ad08dcc78177df%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638604606103251909%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bg1Ai8zM0OYov9PAG%2BpbBfijh0PPfZnFjAEMx%2FtAmzA%3D&reserved=0>. Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Allison Vitali & Family, 11 Rocco Dr., East Lyme, CT 06333-1251. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Chuck's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	Douglas J. De Ruisseau	8/26/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Douglas DeRuisseau, Class of 1964. Doug, 81, of Venice, FL passed away on August 21, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. He was a member of the Winter Carnival Committee, Outing Club, and Mountain & Cold Weather. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at baldwincremation.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fbaldwincremation.com%252fobituaries%252fdouglas-deruisseau%252f%26srcid%3D197120%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D30911432%26trid%3D41cc65a8-eb13-4772-9ed0-e1b7bfa614d4&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7C6da476a230f7400b4dac08dcc5fb1144%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638602929333611356%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Ahg2R9EVZLJhewG0ZfJEYZgcgOVj9%2BihlvYdfJ5o9H4%3D&reserved=0>. Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Patricia DeRuisseau & Family, 19388 Cruise Dr., Venice, FL 34292. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Doug's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	Peter S. Romano	8/26/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Peter Romano, Class of 1960, son of Ralph Romano, Sr. '30, brother of Ralph Romano, Jr. '66, uncle of Patricia Leavenworth '87 and Gary Leavenworth '10. Peter, 85, of Westminster, MA passed away on August 20, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He was a member of the Newman Club, and the American Society of Civil Engineers. He was a lifetime member of the Partridge Society and Garrison Associates with over 35 years of consecutive giving. Calling hours will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30th at Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, MA. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.brandonfuneral.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.brandonfuneral.com%252fobituaries%252fpeter-romano%26srcid%3D197112%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D30911424%26trid%3Dd7b41a51-2cad-499e-aa85-4b1e8cebcd96&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7Cc43d09a551df4016129408dcc5f4147d%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638602899345859458%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5UaGR%2FF3J8VE7OFAZqEKscWVPkXw%2ByAnv1YJbt%2BnnFk%3D&reserved=0>. Condolences may be sent to Mrs. Margaret Romano & Family, c/o Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, MA 01420. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Peter's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	Fred H. Baker	8/19/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Fred Baker, Class of 1967. Fred, 80, of East Hampstead, NH passed away on August 14, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the Outing Club, Sport Parachute Club, and the Society for the Advancement for Management. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 23rd at Dole, Childs & Shaw Funeral Home, 148 Main St., Haverill, MA. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.dcsfuneralhome.com. Condolences can be sent to The Baker Family, c/o Dole, Childs & Shaw Funeral Home, 148 Main St., Haverill, MA 01830. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Fred's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	Raymond A. Larson	8/19/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Raymond Larson, Class of 1966. Ray, 80, of Pascoag, RI passed away on August 6, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He was a member of the Junior Week Committee. A graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 24th at Springvale Cemetery, 50 Newman Ave., Rumford, RI. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.legacy.com <https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falumni.norwich.edu%2Fpage.redir%3Ftarget%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252fwww.legacy.com%252fus%252fobituaries%252fname%252fraymond-larson-obituary%253fid%253d55851357%26srcid%3D196797%26srctid%3D1%26erid%3D30850385%26trid%3D4aeb4d56-c4c1-4f80-a932-5893e1587771&data=05%7C02%7Chgaudet%40norwich.edu%7Caa546213429d4f0c61bd08dcc065e886%7C34fcb7563a7c4deaab4d5324bc02ef5e%7C0%7C0%7C638596791157247088%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Lg%2F3WiSd8xSeKhmTazkfz1F1%2BANekWHZBuJ42KZa%2FZ4%3D&reserved=0>. Condolences may be sent to Mrs. Deanna Larson & Family, 264 Camp Dixie Rd., Pascoag, RI 02859. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Ray's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	David D. Shaw	8/15/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of David Shaw, Class of 1986, husband of Susan (Barnes) Shaw, VC'84, brother of Peter Shaw '84, and son of Donald Shaw '51. Dave, 61, of Mountain Lakes, NJ passed away on August 12, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Visitation will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 17th at the Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Rd., Parsippany, NJ. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.partroyfuneralhome.com. Condolences may be sent to Mrs. Susan Shaw & Family, 25 Valley Rd., Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046-1614. The Norwich community's thoughts are with Dave's family, friends, and classmates. In Sympathy, Diane Scolaro Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement

In Memoriam	Edward M. Brown	8/10/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Edward Brown, Class of 1954. Edward, 92, of Windsor, CT passed away on August 10, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of the German Club, Spanish Club, Winter Carnival Committee, and was the Chaplain of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. He was a member of the Garrison Associates with over 40 years of consecutive giving to Norwich. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 16th at the Norwich University Cemetery in Northfield, VT. Condolences may be made and a full obituary viewed at www.vtfuneralhomes.com.

In Memoriam	Donald E. Clark	8/3/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Donald Clark, Class of 1951. Donald, 98, of Conway, SC passed away on August 3, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of the Varsity Club, the Rifle Team, and the American Society of Electrical Engineers. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be determined. Condolences may be made, and a full obituary viewed at www.wmaddenfh.com.

In Memoriam	Donald E. DeBlieux	8/9/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Donald DeBlieux, Class of 1959. Don, 87, of Pittsfield, MA passed away on August 9, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of the Outing Club, Newman Club, Winter Carnival Committee, Jr. Week Committee, Maroon Key, the American Institute of Electrical Engineers, the Regimental Drill Team, and Mountain and Winter Warfare. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14th at Sacred Heart Church, 191 Elm St., Pittsfield, MA. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.deryfuneralhome.com. Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Mary DeBlieux & Family, 38 Meleca Ave., Pittsfield, MA 01201-4408.

In Memoriam	Hascal O. Dodge	8/8/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Hascal Dodge, Class of 1964. Hascal, 82, of Lenox, MA passed away on August 8, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. he was a member of the Drill Team, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the Society of American Military Engineers, and an Executive Officer in Military Police. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.rochefuneralhome.com. Condolences can be sent to Mrs. Jeanne Dodge & Family, 774 Parker St., #55, E Longmeadow, MA 01028-1427.

In Memoriam	James S. Larson	6/25/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of James Larson, Class of 1981. James, 65, of Reading, MA passed away on June 25, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. He was a member of the Honor Committee, Pegasus Players, Semper Fi Club, and Mountain & Cold Weather. A memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 3rd at the Norwich University Cemetery in Northfield, VT. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/james-larson-obituary?id=55818367 James' loved ones kindly request any memories, stories or photos about James be sent to JamesLarsonMemorial@gmail.com.

In Memoriam	Bruce N. Wilcox	9/20/2021
Peacefully and surrounded by family on September 20, 2021 BRUCE N. WILCOX of Timonium; beloved husband of the late CAROLYN S. WILCOX (nee Smith); devoted father of Pamela A. Horn and her husband Myron, Steven B. Wilcox and his wife Kerri and Heather S. Brubaker and her husband David; dear brother of Ian Wilcox and Keith Wilcox; adored grandpa of Jessica, Patrick, Nathan, Jeremy, Gregory, Daniel, Matthew and Kate. The family will receive friends in the LEMMON FUNERAL HOME OF DULANEY VALLEY INC. 10 W. Padonia Road (at York Road) Timonium, MD 21093 on Thursday, September 23, 2-4 & 7-9pm. A Celebration of Bruce's life will be held in Timonium United Methodist Church, 2300 Pot Spring Road, Timonium on Friday, September 24 at 11am.

In Memoriam	James S. Bagdon	6/25/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of James Bagdon, Class of 1975. James, 71, of Taunton, MA passed away on June 24, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History. He was a member of the Winter Carnival Committee. Visiting hours will be held at 4:00 p.m on Tuesday, July 2nd at the Ashley Funeral Home, 35 Oak St., Middleborough, MA. A graveside service will be held at 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3rd at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, 1 Connery Ave., Bourne, MA. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.ashleydrolettefuneralhome.com/obituary/James-Bagdon Condolences can be sent to The Bagdon Family, c/o Ashley Funeral Home, 35 Oak St., Middleborough, MA 02346.

In Memoriam	Allan T. Baker	6/27/2024
Passed June 27, 2024 at age 86. Predeceased by parents, Frederick & Margaret Baker; daughter Jane (Jim) Bacon; & his brother, Frederick (Mae) Baker Jr. Survived by his wife, Janet 'Ludwig' Baker; daughters, Robyn Baker & Wendy Baker; son, Christopher (Lauren) Williams; grandchildren, Lydia (Jonah) Lester, Jessica Barnes, Brooke Barnes, Karl Williams, & Vivienne Williams; great-grandchildren, Sheyan, Hailey & Nataly Lester. Al was born in Waterbury, Connecticut. He attended Norwich University in Vermont & served as a Platoon Tank Unit Commander in the US Army. Following his career at Eastman Kodak Co., he ran his own business installing dog containment systems. He enjoyed many interests including his motorcycle, flying his ultralight, earning his private pilot license & blacksmithing. Al received much knowledge & support from the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Rochester Chapter. A full obituary can be found at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/allan-baker-obituary?id=55468497 Al will be deeply missed by his family, friends & all who knew him. At his request, there will be no calling hours. Burial will take place at family discretion. Donations in Al's memory may be made to HLAA Rochester, PO Box 1002, Fairport, NY 14450.

In Memoriam	William H. Baumann	6/12/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of William Baumann, Jr., Class of 1963, father of John Baumann '91, and Karen Colby '95, grandfather of Nathan Bacon '14, brother of Charles Baumann '64, and son-in-law Charles Bacon '86. Bill, 82, of Randolph, VT passed away on May 18, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and the Society of American Military Engineers. He served on the Board of Fellows and was a Partridge Society Lifetime Member. A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 8th at Chandler Center for the Arts, 71 N. Main St., Randolph, VT. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.dayfunerals.com/obituary/william-baumann-jr

In Memoriam	Jeffrey W. Cervenka	4/11/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Jeffrey Cervenka, Class of 1979. Jeffrey, 66, of Newtown, PA passed away on February 20, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi and the Winter Carnival Committee. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/jeffrey-cervenka-obituary?id=54440293 Condolences can be sent to: Mrs. Tammy Cervenka & Family, 417 Linton Hill Rd., Newtown, PA 18940-1626.

In Memoriam	William H. Clark	6/12/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of William Clark, Class of 1966. William, 80, of Richton, MS passed away on May 12, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. He was a member of teh Winter Carnical Committee, Junior Week Committee, Outing Club, Bridge Club, and Ski Patrol. A full obituary and online guest book can be viewed at https://www.serenityfuneralshattiesburg.com/obituary/william-clark Condolences can be sent to The Clark Family, c/o Serenity Funeral Services, 2157 Evelyn Gandy Pkwy, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. The Norwich community's thoughts are with William's family, friends, and classmates.

In Memoriam	Brent J. Cote	5/9/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Brent Cote, Class of 1980. Brent, 65, of Nashua, NH passed away on April 28, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He was a member of Epsilon Tau Sigma and Tau Beta Pi. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m on Thursday, May 2nd at The Cremation Society of New Hamphire, 243 Hanover St., Manchester, NH. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://obits.csnh.com/brent-cote. Condolences can be sent to the Cote Family, c/o The Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 243 Hanover St., Manchester, NH 03104.

In Memoriam	Richard H. Cummings	4/25/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Richard Cummings, Class of 1951. Dick, 95, of Hanover, NH passed away on April 10, 2024. He entered Norwich in 1947 and spent three years with the Class of 1951. He was a member of Sigma Nu and the Band. He was a member of the Sullivan Museum Associates and a Partridge Society Garrison Associate with over nine years of giving to Norwich University. Donations in Dick's memory can be sent to Norwich University, Development Office, 158 Harmon Dr., Northfield, VT 05663. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://rand-wilson.com/obit_view.php?id=582. Condolences can be sent to The Cummings Family, c/o the Rand-Wilson Funeral Home, 11 1/2 School St., Hanover, NH 03755.

In Memoriam	Frank W. Demell	5/7/2024
It is with deep regret that I inform you of the death of Frank Demell, Class of 1962. Frank, 88, of Barre, VT passed away on April 28, 2024. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in General Engineering. He was a member of Theta Chi and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (A.S.M.E). A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 9th at the Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St., Barre, VT. A full obituary and online guestbook can be viewed at https://www.timesargus.com/obituaries/frank-w-demell/article_91d751ae-d404-5211-86b1-659fa4f8be72.html. Condolences can be sent to The Demell Family, c/o Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St., Barre, VT 05641.

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