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In Our Prayers: Aloysius 'Al' Rosinski
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Aloysius "Al" Rosinski '54, who passed away on Jan. 16, 2022, at the age of 88. Rosinski earned four degrees from St. Thomas in his lifetime. First, in 1954, he earned a bachelor's degree in English, Spanish and sociology. Later, he earned three master's degrees: in guidance counseling, in secondary…
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In Our Prayers: John Keston
In Our PrayersJohn Keston, born in the United Kingdom as Francis Douglas Arthur Caston on Dec. 5, 1924, died at the age of 97 on Feb. 13, 2022, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota, of complications from COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated. He was father to his namesake, St. Thomas Emerging Media faculty member, John C.S.… -
In Our Prayers: Cynthia Ann Michaelson
In Our PrayersCynthia Ann Michaelson, wife of Professor Mike O'Donnell, passed away Feb. 4, 2022, at their Northfield home after a long battle with cancer. Michaelson was a trained journalist who served as a substitute teacher for many years in south-central Minnesota schools. She first met O'Donnell, who has been teaching journalism and digital media arts at… -
In Our Prayers: Robert Loftus
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Robert Loftus, who passed away on Jan. 25, 2022. Loftus was a longtime benefactor of the University of St. Thomas. He and his wife, Mary Jo, supported numerous initiatives at the university, including: VISION scholarships, The Loftus Diversity Fund, a School of Social Work scholarship, a scholarship for music majors,… -
In Our Prayers: Jean Gray '51
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Jean Gray '51, who passed away on Jan. 11, 2022. Gray was a beloved alumnus and longtime benefactor of the University of St. Thomas. Gray graduated from St. Thomas in 1951 with a degree in political science. He was an active member of the ROTC program during his four years… -
St. Thomas Mourns Loss of Longtime Dining Services Team Member
In Our PrayersThe University of St. Thomas is mourning the loss of one of its most visible and engaging personalities. Brian Clifton, a St. Thomas employee of 32 years, passed away on Dec. 25, 2021. He was 59 years old. Clifton was a beloved team member in Campus Dining Services. Any student, faculty and staff member, or… -
In Our Prayers: James "Blair" Whitney
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers James "Blair" Whitney, who passed away on Dec. 6, 2021, at the age of 79. Blair was retired after a long career as a member of St. Thomas building services team. A funeral is planned for 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, at Willwerscheid Funeral home in St. Paul. The… -
In Our Prayers: Arife Durdu Gokduman
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Arife Durdu Gokduman, mother of Ozer Asdemir, PhD, who passed away recently. Asdemir is an associate professor in the Opus College of Business Accounting Department. -
In Our Prayers: Alice Chamberlain
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Alice Chamberlain, PhD, who died at home on Nov. 30 at the age of 90. Alice is the mother of Susan Marsnik, Opus College of Business ethics and business law faculty member. The two share a passion for teaching. Alice became an important teacher and mentor to generations of students… -
In Our Prayers: Marion Campion
In Our PrayersPlease remember in your prayers Marion Ruth Campion, who passed away on Oct. 22, 2021, in Minneapolis at the age of 93. Marion is the mother of Barb Lundell, who is part of St. Thomas' Dining Services. A service will be held on Nov. 13 at the Church of St. Albert the Great. A 10…