Norman A. Gray
Norman A. Gray, 82 FALMOUTH -- Norman A. Gray, 82, of Falmouth, died Dec. 15, 2007, at Central Maine Medical Center with his wife, family and friends by his side. Norman was born on June 25, 1925, in Hallowell, the son of Leslie and Belinda Penn Gray. He attended Hallowell schools and was graduated from the University of Maine School of Engineering in 1949. He served in the Navy, attending the naval pilot school. He also was a member of the Merchant Marines, serving on a Liberty ship in the Pacific. Norman began his engineering career with the State of Maine Bridge Department. He worked the majority of his practice as a consulting engineer in the southern Maine area. Many of his projects included bridges throughout the state, hotels, marinas, piers and a floating restaurant. Norman took pride in his work and enjoyed the process. He was committed to his clients and earned the respect of the engineering community. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity, Carrabasset Valley Outdoor Association, the American Legion, Goodrich Caldwell Post #6 in Hallowell, the Monday Luncheon Group and the Tennis Group. Norman was a long time skier at Sugarloaf USA and was dedicated to his garden each summer. For years he and his Janice loved cruising the Maine coast in their 40' Novi. Norman is predeceased by his parents and a brother, Irving Gray. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Janice Murphy Gray of Falmouth; a brother, Herbert Gray of South Portland; and several loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. According to his wishes, there will be no funeral. A gathering of family and friends of Norman and Janice will be held on Thursday, Dec. 27 from 1-3 at DiMillo's Floating Restaurant. Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home, One Church St., Augusta. www.khrfuneralhomes.com. Norman was an avid reader and made weekly visits to the Falmouth library. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in his memory to: The Falmouth Memorial Library 5 Lunt Rd. Falmouth, Maine 04105 Published in the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on 12/19/2007.
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Sunday, December 23, 2007
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Starting the blog back up
The success of the tournament cannot be measured by dollar amount. I hadn't been in Maine for quite some time and coming back it was if nothing had changed. I encourage everyone to post pictures and/or news on this blog for the Web site.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
hello
This blog has been linked from AJMscholarship.com for the purposes of communication for the golf tournament. Please do not use this forum further for announcements about secret events at Beta Theta Pi. Thank you.
yours in _kai_
austin soule 1458 Beta Eta
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yours in _kai_
austin soule 1458 Beta Eta
austin@realiality.com
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Brother LaVangie's Obituary
Paul E. LaVangie, 49
PORTLAND -- Paul E. LaVangie, 49, loving father and husband, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, at Maine Medical Center following a courageous battle against colon cancer. He was born in Portland, on Jan. 11, 1958, the son of Edward and Rita (Molloy) LaVangie. Paul graduated from Portland High School in 1976 then went on to the University of Maine/Orono where he earned a degree in Accounting. He received his Masters in Business Administration from Babson College and his Masters in Taxation from Bentley College. Paul was employed by KPMG/Peat Marwick in Portland then by Ouellette and Associates in Lewiston. He met his future wife, Diane Conley of Portland, in junior high. They later became high school sweethearts, and were married in October of 1982. Dearest to Paul's heart was spending time with his wife, his daughter Meaghan, and the rest of his family and friends. He was a talented basketball player and shared his expertise of the game by coaching Meg's school basketball teams for three years, then AAU basketball teams for five years. He recently fulfilled a lifetime dream by attending a Duke University home basketball game with his brother Jim. In addition to sharing his skills on the basketball court, Paul also coached Meg's T-ball teams for two years, then her Little League softball team for three years including two years as the All-Star manager. He was an avid Red Sox fan which included being an official card holding member of Red Sox Nation. While employed by Peat Marwick, he served on the Board of Directors for Shalom House. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and for the past 25 years enjoyed the annual Butta bashes with his Beta buddies and all their families. The family would like to thank the Maine Center for Cancer in Scarborough for the wonderful care provided by Dr. Tom Ervin, Dr. Kurt Ebrahim, and the entire staff. Paul is survived by his wife Diane of 24 years; his daughter, Meaghan; his parents, Rita and Edward LaVangie of Portland; his sister Ann Lackey and her husband Bill of Kerrville, Texas; his brother James LaVangie and his wife Janice of South Windsor, Conn.; nieces Nicki and Jane Coates of Lawrenceville, N.J., Kristina Aceto of South Portland; nephews Peter, Michael, and Jack LaVangie of South Windsor, Conn.; Joseph Aceto of Boston, Dan Aceto of South Portland, Tucker, Saylor, and Sullivan Conley of Gorham, and Patrick, Ryan, and Griffin Conley of Falmouth. Visiting hours will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Monday, May 14, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. On Tuesday, a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St., Portland. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ctcrawford.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Meaghan LaVangie College Education Fund Care of Gorham Savings Bank 172 Commercial St. Portland, Maine 04101 Paul E. LaVangie
PORTLAND -- Paul E. LaVangie, 49, loving father and husband, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, at Maine Medical Center following a courageous battle against colon cancer. He was born in Portland, on Jan. 11, 1958, the son of Edward and Rita (Molloy) LaVangie. Paul graduated from Portland High School in 1976 then went on to the University of Maine/Orono where he earned a degree in Accounting. He received his Masters in Business Administration from Babson College and his Masters in Taxation from Bentley College. Paul was employed by KPMG/Peat Marwick in Portland then by Ouellette and Associates in Lewiston. He met his future wife, Diane Conley of Portland, in junior high. They later became high school sweethearts, and were married in October of 1982. Dearest to Paul's heart was spending time with his wife, his daughter Meaghan, and the rest of his family and friends. He was a talented basketball player and shared his expertise of the game by coaching Meg's school basketball teams for three years, then AAU basketball teams for five years. He recently fulfilled a lifetime dream by attending a Duke University home basketball game with his brother Jim. In addition to sharing his skills on the basketball court, Paul also coached Meg's T-ball teams for two years, then her Little League softball team for three years including two years as the All-Star manager. He was an avid Red Sox fan which included being an official card holding member of Red Sox Nation. While employed by Peat Marwick, he served on the Board of Directors for Shalom House. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and for the past 25 years enjoyed the annual Butta bashes with his Beta buddies and all their families. The family would like to thank the Maine Center for Cancer in Scarborough for the wonderful care provided by Dr. Tom Ervin, Dr. Kurt Ebrahim, and the entire staff. Paul is survived by his wife Diane of 24 years; his daughter, Meaghan; his parents, Rita and Edward LaVangie of Portland; his sister Ann Lackey and her husband Bill of Kerrville, Texas; his brother James LaVangie and his wife Janice of South Windsor, Conn.; nieces Nicki and Jane Coates of Lawrenceville, N.J., Kristina Aceto of South Portland; nephews Peter, Michael, and Jack LaVangie of South Windsor, Conn.; Joseph Aceto of Boston, Dan Aceto of South Portland, Tucker, Saylor, and Sullivan Conley of Gorham, and Patrick, Ryan, and Griffin Conley of Falmouth. Visiting hours will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Monday, May 14, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. On Tuesday, a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St., Portland. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ctcrawford.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Meaghan LaVangie College Education Fund Care of Gorham Savings Bank 172 Commercial St. Portland, Maine 04101 Paul E. LaVangie
The passing of Brother Paul LaVangie
From: "Mark R. Buttarazzi" <drbutta@msn.com> To: <dwarren@jwlawfirm.com> Sent: Friday, May 11, 2007 11:53 AM Subject: RE: Paul Lavangie > Hi Dan, > Unfortunately, Brother Paul LaVangie lost his battle with colon cancer > last evening, May 10. It is hard to believe that we can be facing these > types of troubles with those in our own age group and those we have shared > so many life experiences with. Our thoughts and prayers are with Diane > and their daughter Meaghan. > It's looking like the wake service will be Monday evening and the funeral > is scheduled for 10:00 am Tuesday morning. The Obituary should be in the > paper Saturday or Sunday. Please spread the news. > Thanks, > > -kai- > Butta
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
reunion weekend
Umaine reunion/alumni weekend is June 1,2,3.It is designated for years 1932,1937,1942,1947,1952,1957(50yr),1962,and 1967.
If any Beta Eta is planning to attend ,please let us know.We have been hosting an informal luncheon at The House for the past several years.
Since noone attended last year,Brother John Gerard and myself are questioning it's importance.It requires much time and effort to make it happen.We are wondering if the resourses could be better utilized another way.
Please pass the word and let us know if you will be on campus that weekend.
_kai_,
Barrie Kelby,1035
If any Beta Eta is planning to attend ,please let us know.We have been hosting an informal luncheon at The House for the past several years.
Since noone attended last year,Brother John Gerard and myself are questioning it's importance.It requires much time and effort to make it happen.We are wondering if the resourses could be better utilized another way.
Please pass the word and let us know if you will be on campus that weekend.
_kai_,
Barrie Kelby,1035
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
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