Richard Tyson “Dick” Hursey, 72, of Newberry, died January 31, 2025 at his home. He was a son of the late Lt. Col. William Wilburn and Ann Tyson Hursey. Born in Dothan, AL as part of a military family, he spent the first years of his life in Japan, where […]
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Michael D. Givan, ’75
Michael Downey Givan, Sr., 71, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on March 20, 1953, in Charlotte, NC, Michael was a proud graduate of The Citadel, and dedicated over 50 years of his life to building a successful career in Charleston. Michael’s Funeral Service […]
Read MoreC. David Schloss, ’54
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles David Schloss, age 92, who passed away on January 25, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. David was born on September 4, 1932 in Dayton, Ohio. He was a 1950 graduate of Bath High School, after which he attended The […]
Read MoreCharles A. Klinger, ’60
Charles Albin Klinger, 86, entered into eternal rest on January 22, 2025 in Charleston, SC. Charlie was born May 6, 1938 in Charleston, the son of Albin and Hertha Klinger, and grew up on Johns Island, SC. Charlie’s Swiss-German parents and his education and business career, influenced his lifelong love […]
Read MoreCatherine G. Wood, CGC ’98
Catherine G. Wood is the inaugural vice dean for finance and administration at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and senior vice president at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Read MoreEllis I. Kahn, ’58
Ellis I. Kahn, ’58, was honored by the Charleston Jewish Federation the establishment of the Ellis Kahn Philanthropy Award to be awarded annually to a deserving member of the community. He was doubly honored as the first recipient of this award.
Read MoreChristopher P. Threlkeld, ’90
Judge Christopher P. Threlkeld is the chief circuit judge of the 3rd Judicial Circuit of Illinois.
Read MoreT. Allen Herritage, ’97
Brig Gen T. Allen Herritage, USAF, ’97, was promoted to his current rank on January 7 and will serve as director of public affairs with the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force, Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
Read MoreJeffrey J. Cunningham, Jr., ’04
On January 13, 2025, Jeffrey J. Cunningham, Jr., ’04, launched the law firm, Cohen Vaughan LLP, as a founding partner with 75 lawyers in seven states focusing on commercial litigation and trial work. He is also co-chair of the professional liability practice group and the firm’s general counsel.
Read MoreNorman R. Seabrooks, ’73
Norman R. Seabrooks, ’73, received an MUSC Black History Intercollegiate Consortium MLK Humanitarian Award at their 35th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Celebration on January 21 in Charleston.
Read MoreKyle W. Puryear, ’02
Kyle W. Puryear, ’02, was named chairman of the board of county commissioners for Person County, N.C., his third term as chairman in his 19-years as commissioner.
Read MoreBarrett J. Reese, CGC ’04
Barrett J. Reese, with Early College High School, was named Star Rookie Principal of the Year by the Charleston County School District.
Read MoreMegan H. Williams, CGC ’09
Megan H. Williams, with Springfield Elementary School, was named Elementary School Star Principal of the Year by the Charleston County School District.
Read MoreAndrew S. Brandt, CGC ’15
Andrew S. Brandt, with West Ashley High School, was named Star Rookie Principal of the Year by the Charleston County School District.
Read MoreJamie A. Damsker, ’87
Jamie A. Damsker, ’87, was appointed as the president and CEO of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society (DFCS). He assumes the volunteer leadership role at a time the organization is looking to expand its membership beyond Vietnam-era aviators and recruit award recipients from the past 30 years. The DFCS will […]
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