Robert “Bob” Henn ’50, Colorado Springs, Aug. 3. Bob attended Colorado College after serving in the U.S. Navy during WWII; he was a member of Beta Theta Phi. During his career in sales, Bob spent more than 20 years with National Geographic and another 25 years in his own business, Robert R. Henn and Associates. He was involved in many community organizations and over his lifetime donated more than 20 gallons of blood to the American Red Cross. Bob is survived by his wife Janet; his children, Robert Jr., Nancy, and Linda Henn ’77; seven grandchildren, including Beatrice Henn ’10; and two great-grandchildren. A son, Dick, preceded him in death.
Carl Baughman ’51, Colorado Springs, June 12. After graduation, Carl continued his education at the University of Illinois, receiving his master’s degree in mathematics. He taught high school math in Colorado Springs District 11. He is survived by a son, David; three daughters, Barbara, Collette, and Rebecca; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Margaret, his wife of 58 years, predeceased him.
Jack Beringer ’52, Colorado Springs, Mar. 21. Jack was a member of Phi Delta Theta and the men’s track and field team for one year at Colorado College, then received an appointment to West Point, from which he graduated as a 2nd lieutenant in 1954. After retirement from the U.S. Army, Jack renewed his passion for athletics by becoming an official with the U.S. Track and Field Federation. His wife Joan; two children, Laura and Luke; and one granddaughter survive him.
Kay Lindstrom Fiers ’52, Anthem, Ariz., June 3. Kay was a member of Delta Gamma. After finishing college, she became an elementary school teacher, and was a figure skater with the United States Figure Skating Association in New England. Her daughters, Bethany and Suzanne, survive her.
Jean Szymanski Milani ’52, Maplewood, N.J., Nov. 16, 2006. Jean taught biology to international students in Tehran, Iran, for many years. When living in Colorado Springs, she spent many weekends hiking in the Colorado mountains and was an avid gardener. She is survived by her daughter, Mina; her husband Nadar preceded her in death.
George Wilson ’52, San Diego, Sept. 13, 2005. George retired as a computer programmer from the naval facility in San Diego and became an avid golfer in his leisure years. He is survived by wife Katy Latimer Wilson ’44 and three sons, David, Kevin, and Steve.
Vincent Cassone ’53, Colorado Springs, April 19. Vincent had a variety of careers including the bakery business, dog breeding, and precision tool machining. His wife Germaine; his children, Lisa, Thomas, and Vincent; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild survive him.
Leonard Johnson ’56, Colorado Springs, July 30. Leonard was a Colorado native who served as a tank commander in the Korean War. He stayed involved with many veterans’ organizations over the years.
Robert Ligler ’57, Colorado Springs, March 20, 2006. A member of Kappa Sigma, Robert graduated in business administration.
Julia Whiting Spacek ’58, Neenah, Wis., July 20. She is survived by her husband Bruce; four children, Karyn, Kerry, Kurt, and Michael; three stepchildren; and 17 grandchildren.
Mary Halker Bourg ’60, Cheyenne, Wyo., June 14. Mary moved to Cheyenne in 1969, where she was involved in various community organizations including the PTA, Girl Scouts, Newcomers, and the American Contract Bridge League. She taught junior high English for one year and continued to work as a substitute teacher. She is survived by her husband Robert; two children, Audrey and Robert; and two grandchildren.
John Rosales ’60, Greeley, Colo., June 30. A lifelong teacher, John received his master’s degree from Colorado College. He began his career teaching junior high and high school classes; later he taught at the University of Northern Colorado and the University of Southern Colorado. He is survived by his children, Darcy, Charles, Nonie, Pat, Pepi, Randi, Suzanne, and Virginia; 18 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. His wife Patricia preceded him in death.
