70s The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum recognized retired Marine Col. Paul “Roller” Lady ’75 for his generous sponsorship of its A-4M Skyhawk, an aircraft that played a vital role in Marine Corps aviation and represents the many A-4M aircraft he piloted during his distinguished military career. His contribution ensures that this legendary attack jet will be preserved and displayed, allowing visitors to learn about its rich history and the pilots who flew it in service to our country. Paul’s 29 years of dedicated service in both the Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserve exemplifies a career of leadership, excellence, and commitment to his fellow Marines. After enlisting through the Platoon Leaders Class Lycoming alumnae, who all began at Lycoming in 1968 in Rich Hall, gather in Lake Ontario. (L to R) Gail (Pearce) Maurer ’72, Cathy (Peters) Robinson (left after sophomore year, married Norm Robinson ‘70, and then graduated from St. Joe in Missouri), Molly (Woods) Moyle ’72, and Pam Kimmel ’71 (graduated early) program in 1972, he was commissioned as a Marine officer upon graduating from Lycoming. He earned his wings in 1977 and joined VMA-211, where he served as an A-4 attack pilot. Upon leaving active duty in the Marine Corps in 1986, Paul transitioned to a successful civilian aviation career as a captain for American Airlines for 32 ½ years. To read more about his outstanding career, please refer to “Honoring Col. ‘Roller’ Lady: A Legacy of Service and Sponsorship” at https://mailchi. mp/601b3263ddb0/flying-leatherneckaviation-museum-march-newsletter. KDR brothers from 1979-80 recently met for their annual gathering in Hellertown Pa. Anyone interested in joining next year’s gathering on June 6, 2026, can contact Cang at lowride@ptd.net or Ty at tbornman@ comcast.net. Patti Kenney ’79 is pleased to announce the publication of her book, “Do You Want to Cure Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Let me tell you how I did it!” This first-person narrative tells her story in easy-to-read language for the everyday person to understand. At the end of the story, there are end notes for each chapter with copious references to academic research to support her 60s Bill Boatman ’68 was elected to the Sullivan County Hall of Fame in February 2025. He was recognized for his contributions to the high school as an educator, coaching basketball, reestablishing the baseball program, and mentoring the scholastic teams. He was also cited for contributions to the community. (L to R) Dave Pinter, Dave Shickel ’79, Dave Vilushis ’79, Rick Cangialosi ’79, Rick Burd ’81, Ken Holdren ’79, Mike Bonshock ’80, Ty Bornman ’79, Tim VanSyckle ’79, Bill Campbell ’79, and John Alberti ’79; missing Dave Overholt ’79 28 LYCOMING COLLEGE 2025 FALL MAGAZINE
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