Donor Brick Walkway Program

It is our privilege to honor the lives and legacies of so many lost during the most recent year. During the Memorial Honor Roll, we read the names of our recently deceased alumni, students, faculty, staff, trustees and friends of Texas Wesleyan University. Below is a list of the 2021 Honorees. If you have any questions or if you would like a commemorative copy of the program, contact the Office of Donor Relations via the contact info at the top of this page.

2021 Memorial Honor Roll

Alumni Listed by Decade

The Decade of the 1940s

Lelia Morris Curl '49
Dewla Dill Hodges '48
Rayble Jones '48
Carl Kluck '49
Mary McLeod Mitchell '49
Bill Warren

The Decade of the 1950s

John Brown HON '59
Mary Acree Browne '58
Anne Coleman '53
Harral Dunnam '55
Betty Willis Garner '51
Marvin Howeth '56
Ray Jefferson '54
John Kennedy '58
C. Lowry '58
James Mabe '56
Mary Noland Thrash '58
Billy Pierce '51
Nancy Winkler Talkington '58
Charlie Uselton '58, MA '61
James Walker '58

The Decade of the 1960s

James Adcock '60
Jo Adcock '61
John Allen
Thomas Arnold '67
Delane Atchley '66
Julia Ricks Aven '69
Walter Bennett '64
James Bobo '65
David Cavin '61
Ronald Coile
Neta Coley Conway '60
Pat Crenshaw '61
Jim Gause '60
Buddy Graham '64
Carolyn Haltom Moore '69
Robert Hefley '67
Charles Hickey '63
Herbert Hopkins
Carlton Lancaster '67
Richard MacConnell
Alfred Mayfield
Neldon Millar '67
Mary Morbitzer '67
Oletha Pinkerton Nash '67

The Decade of the 1970s

Sally Cole Bade '75
Carl Beaver
Johnny Bills '77
Margaret Cangas Bolduc '79
Cynthia Hernandez Bosquez '78
Susie Canafax '74
Russell Eagleton '74
Thomas Frank
Harashall Hardin '72
Anneice Hunt '73
Gary Johnson '70
Phillip Justice '71
George Koenig '72
Kent Lambertson '78
Carl Mandrell '76
Patricia Dodgin Nutt '70
Alicia Gillham Parker '78
Billy Parker '76
Betty Kesling Peters '74
Robert Pewitt '73
Delores Quevedo '76
Glorietta Shaffer '73
Hellen Day Smith '73
Helen Pennington Sneed '70
Susan Engelmann Soria '72
Jacqueline Benson Ungerleider '79
Richard Wilkes '76
Johnnie Merck Wright '78

The Decade of the 1980s

Sherry O'Neal Bailey '83
Jackie Bibbs '83
Aurora Mata Burciaga '80
Merle Holland MA '85
James Jaubert '86
Bonnie McKee '81
Mary Ann Yuzbick McMahon '87
Charlie Ott '80
Andrew Presswood '81
Pamela Latham Price '83
Wanda Prince '81
Timothy Raif '83
Jackie Schneider '86
Glen Tuggle '85
Janet Williams '80
John Wills '83

The Decade of the 1990s

Carl Anderson '91
Allison Hefner Colston '96
Grace Garcia '96
Ramon Gonzales JD '95
Cherry Higgins JD '96
Christene Jones JD '94
Pamela Skerrett Marshall MA '90
Judy Ray '90
Sylvia Thompson '95

The Decade of the 2000s

John Calva '03
Robert Carroll '09
Janet Coffey Eppler M.Ed. '01
Eugene Gonzales '04
Richard Herrin '05
Nicholas Martin HON '03
Jimmy Oldner JD '00
Diana Pittman MBA '04
Gloria Rios '05
Barbara Vaughan '00

The Decade of the 2010s

Paul Andrews HON '17
Regina Hottois MSNA '12
Brittany Lewis
Felicia Swan '14, MS '18

Texas Wesleyan Students

Patrick Miller

Members of the Board of Trustees

Jan Fersing
Dee Jennings '71
George Leone '49, HON '90
Lowell "Stretch" Smith HON '08
Rice Tilley

Texas Wesleyan Faculty and Staff

Mary Klaasen
Jane Mitchell
Trevor Morris
Carl Schrader
Thomas Tolleson

Friends of Texas Wesleyan

Mary Balch
Frances Bolen
James Branch
Annette Brookens
Beverly Brown
Robert Brown
Robert Capper
Doris Carlson
Louise Carvey
William Coursey
Nancy Cox
John Desilets
Susan Doyle
John Ewing
Janie Hall
J. Hearn
April Heileman
JD Henderson
Timothy Herdman
Frances Hill
Jim Hooper
James Jones
Irene Kinsell
Mike Lagon
Mike Lara
Bettye Sue Level Tullos
Dick Lowe
Larry McCarter
Jeffery McGee
Charlie Moncrief
Susan Nix
Wyatt Redden
Olga Reed
Rosanna Robnett
Stuart Rosenkrantz
Aqua Shelton
Frank Sherwood
Joy Slaughter
Beverly Sone Elbert Smith
Billy Smith
Dorothy Spelmon
Larry Sweeney
Stephen Thomas
Carol Toobin
Earl Waddell
Audrey Weaver
Bill Weiler

"Congratulations on your retirement Dr. B! You definitely deserve it! Thank you so much for being my most influential professor I've ever had. I would definitely not be here without you. Thank you for everything, we will miss you a lot!" - Michael Nguyen

"I would personally like to thank Dr Jerry Bierschenk for all his friendship, leadership, as well as his support of our Jazz Combo program and Annual Jazz Festival here at Texas Wesleyan University.  Dr Bierschenk has set a fantastic example of how to run a wonderful music department.  I have observed his dedication and attention given to all the teachers and students here at Wesleyan.  In addition to all his administrative duties Dr B has continued to be a fantastic musician on multiple instruments.  He is truly an inspiration to me and everyone that he encounters.  Again, Thank you Dr Bierschenk for being a blessing to me and the entire Texas Wesleyan music department." -Lou Carfa

"Since coming to Texas Wesleyan 15 years ago, Jerry Bierschenk has made a major contribution to students, the university and the Fort Worth Community. His love for students and music is unquestioned. Jerry, as Chair of the Music Department, revitalized the  music program and recruited many students to Wesleyan because of his outreach and standing in the Fort Worth community. Jerry is an exceptional musician himself and one of most inspiring trumpeters and teachers Wesleyan has had over the years. Students and colleagues will miss Jerry." - Dr. Allen Henderson

"You have been my teacher, my mentor, my colleague, and my friend.  Even in retirement, you continue you to be all of those things. I remember a rehearsal with the Texas Boys Choir in the fall of 1998 when you were particularly frustrated by the singers not remembering instructions for more than a few seconds. You stopped rehearsal, said a word, commented “I bet you won’t even remember that by the end of rehersal,” and then resumed conducting. That word was kumquat. I’ve remembered that all of these years because I have always listened to you and taken your words to heart. You showed me that music is more than a hobby - it’s a calling. You taught me to lead by example, listen honestly, practice compassionate, forgive freely, love deeply, and never be afraid to ask questions.  The example you continue to set is the reason I teach. If I ever have half the impact on a student that you have had on me, I will consider this a life phenomenally-lived. Thank you for more things than I can possibly number.You have been my teacher, my mentor, my colleague, and my friend.  Even in retirement, you continue you to be all of those things. I remember a rehearsal with the Texas Boys Choir in the fall of 1998 when you were particularly frustrated by the singers not remembering instructions for more than a few seconds. You stopped rehearsal, said a word, commented “I bet you won’t even remember that by the end of rehersal,” and then resumed conducting. That word was kumquat. I’ve remembered that all of these years because I have always listened to you and taken your words to heart. You showed me that music is more than a hobby - it’s a calling. You taught me to lead by example, listen honestly, practice compassionate, forgive freely, love deeply, and never be afraid to ask questions.  The example you continue to set is the reason I teach. If I ever have half the impact on a student that you have had on me, I will consider this a life phenomenally-lived. Thank you for more things than I can possibly number." - Dr. Blake Henson

"Congratulations on your retirement. I am honored to have been able to spend with your last 5 years at Texas Wesleyan, and I have learned a lot from your leadership and mentorship. You will leave a great legacy and are already missed a lot!" - Mai Hessel

"Congratulations on your retirement, Jeffrey! I admire you and will miss you. It was always fun to edit Spanish passages in your writing. Thanks for being a great colleague." - Amy Bell

"When I started at Texas Wesleyan, I was 25 years old and married with one young son (15 months old). I had a few college credits from TCC already but I was certainly concerned that I would not be able to manage going to a 4 year university as a young new mom. Although I started out as a business manager, I quickly learned that business classes were not for me, so I changed my major to English. I first met Dr. Delotto in an Intro to Shakespeare course and from then on I was hooked. I took every class he offered that I could and by the time I graduated with honors, he was not only one of my favorite professors, he was also my friend. And still is. I began working at the university also and he I would regularly go to lunch. We would talk family, politics, books, movies – you name it. Every conversation was filled with laughter and a sense of purpose and connection. As a professor, he is a theatrical and engaging storyteller, he is creative in every way and cared more about his students than he let on. When I needed recommendation letters, he eagerly wrote them and when I read them, it was hard to believe that he was writing about me. So he also writes fiction. :) Our son, Harris Matthews, is about to graduate from TexWes this December (also an English major – cum laude [again like me]) and he has been fortunate to have the same professors (mostly) that I did, including Dr. Delotto. He made an impression on Harris as well and has been encouraged by his comments, guidance and unique personality. Dr. Delotto recently came to my 50th birthday party as a surprise. It was joy to see him again. He hasn’t changed one bit. While I know retiring is well deserved, the English department has lost a great champion. I have all the books he has published and I hope in his retirement he writes a few more. Cheers to Dr. Delotto."
- Callie Matthews '02, JD '06

"It has been my pleasure to know Dr. DeLotto for over 35 years as an outstanding colleague in the English department. He was a dedicated, respected English professor who is a scholar-teacher. He has received many Wesleyan awards which includes five times named Texas Wesleyan Faculty Scholar, received the Trustees Award for Excellence in Scholarship, the Golden Rule Award and the Trustee Sue Passmore Wesleyan Spirit Award.
Jeffrey has been published in more than 100 journals in poetry, nonfiction, fiction, British literature and composition studies. Jeffrey’s faculty colleagues and students will miss him." - Dr. Allen Henderson

Thank you Mr. McDonald for igniting my curiosity when it came to world religion. Your class was always a pleasure and I wish you a retirement full of peace and joy. - Cesar Martinez

Thanks for your sense of humor and cooking! You kept the 3rd floor of the church lively and engaging. I hope you enjoy all the extra free time to travel the world and explore new recipes. Blessings to you.  — Dr. Gladys Childs

"Bruce McDonald brought to Texas Wesleyan’s Religion/Philosophy Department a new energy and love of learning that was contagious for students and colleagues. His piano performances with colleague John Fisher were legendary. His love for food and jokes (which bordered obsession) were part of his charm. He was also was one of the faculty members of Wesleyan’s Champion Spelling Team who taught TCU several lessons in humility multiple times over the years. All will miss Bruce’s friendly spirit and sense of humor." - Dr. Allen Henderson

"Levity can be a gift to any office environment and Dr. McDonald certainly offered this! Nevertheless, the aspects I especially remember about our time together on the third floor of Poly—our offices being next to each other—is the sharing of recipes, getting to see all kinds of travel photos from his trips abroad, hearing about his latest romp through Kant or Kierkegaard or some other theologian or philosopher, and what television series was making his list of recommended viewing. It is no secret that Bruce is an excellent cook and that he shares his skill through plates of delicious delectables. We often compared our newest recipes, encouraging each other to try any number of new items. And, when he brought a sampling—usually a dessert—well, it was a treat for all! Too, Bruce often shared photos and stories of he and his mother and/or of his numerous trips to different parts of the world. Hearing about his mother’s humor made it easy to see where Bruce’s sense of humor originated. I appreciated the opportunities to travel vicariously through Bruce’s photos and descriptions of places he had recently visited. His curiosity of others and their ways of living easily spilled not only into our hallway, but also into the classroom. In this way, I’m sure he has a lasting impact on any number of students. In his expansive experiences, they, too, could envision learning about the world through travel." - Dr. Kendra Weddle

"Dr. McManus - Your New Testament class in the fall of 1982 was one of the first college classes I ever took.  I still remember your classroom style. You were also the advisor to the Pre-Professional Program when I was a pre-law student. After 30+ years as an attorney, I still value what you taught us. Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement and thank you for your wisdom and guidance." - Jim Jones '86

"I appreciate your willingness to help me when I was a new faculty member. You shared your knowledge, resources, and time. You were a great colleague who always lent a listening ear. Your spirit and artwork will be missed. Hope you enjoy every bit of your retirement." - Dr. Gladys Childs

"Ronnie and I came to Texas Wesleyan the same year: 1979. We have been faculty colleagues for more than 40 years. Ronnie has been an outstanding teacher who has taught religion, philosophy, psychology, and ethics courses to thousands of students. Ronnie, who holds two doctorate degrees, has written books, games and papers related to his teaching. He was named the Wesleyan Bebensee University Scholar. He also taught the ethics course for the Pre-Professional Studies Program for many years. Faculty colleagues across the university will miss Ronnie’s caring spirit and wise counsel." - Dr. Allen Henderson

"The third floor hallway of the Poly Church serves as a constant reminder of the legacy Dr. McManus has at Texas Wesleyan University. A series of colorful shirts hang there attesting to the long-time work he provided to help students develop an ethical mindset. As (one of) the faculty advisors of the Wesleyan ethics bowl team, he illustrated the importance of graduating students who are mindful of morality as a key element in a university connected to the United Methodist Church. John Wesley, known as the founder of Methodism, urged people to do all the good they could. At our best, as a Wesleyan institution of higher learning, we should do the same. Dr. McManus invested in the lives of students over a number of years illustrating for our students that this calling of acting ethically in the world is a worthy pursuit. As a colleague in the Department of Religion, he offered insight and wisdom. In meetings, especially where decisions of note were being considered, he usually played the “devil’s advocate.” Asking people to step outside of their perspectives and reflect on different approaches was a gift he frequently brought to department decisions. His steady presence and willingness to listen was something I always appreciated." - Dr. Kendra Weddle

"I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your service. I think you did an amazing job. I am definitely going to miss guidance and your insights and especially your dedication to all of us." - Dr. Carlos Martinez

"Congratulations, Bill! You have been an excellent role model and mentor to me throughout my time at Wesleyan. You are always willing to answer any questions I have and help me out whenever I need guidance. I am always impressed by your calm demeanor and how you handle difficult situations. Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for me and the school of education. I will truly miss you!" - Jackie Gaffner '15

"Bill Newton was a quiet leader and teacher who influenced and challenged his students and colleagues to be outstanding educators. He brought to Texas Wesleyan many years of full-time work in education at all levels from teacher, administrator and district leader. His knowledge and skills provided the Education Department with a master teacher who was respected by all who met or interacted with him. Bill’s exceptional leadership will be missed." - Dr. Allen Henderson 

"I was honored to have you as my Undergraduate Chair for the School of Education. You were a wonderful mentor, colleague, and friend. I will always be grateful for the time you invested in our department and with me as a professor. Your guidance helped me to grow not only as a professor, but also as a person. Both you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you begin you begin your retirement journey. Have a wonderful time! You will be greatly missed." - Dr. Julie Vowell