David M. Watts, Sr. ’77 (02/20/59 – 08/29/18)

Posted by amherstalumnioffice on 2018-08-31
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David M. Watts, Sr. entered into God’s glorious kingdom August 29, 218. Born February 20, 1959, he is the son of David Watts and Rosanne Rudnik and the late James Rudnik.

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David will forever be in the hearts and memories of his beloved wife, Kelly LaPort-Watts; and his beloved children, David (Melissa) Watts, Jr., Sarah Watts, Kyle LaPort, Andrew Watts, Maggie Watts, Morgan Watts and Mary Farns; cherished grandfather of Anna Rose.

There will be no prior visitaion. A memorial service to celebrate the life of David will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Hess Road Wesleyan Church, 2514 Hess Road, Appleton NY 14008.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Ontario Shores Federal Credit Union in Newfane NY, for their children.

Arrangements by Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, 70 Niagara St. Please visit Taylorandreynolds.com.

Published on August 30, 2018 in Lockport Union-Sun & Journal.

Class of 1958 60-Year Reunion October 20th

Posted by amherstalumnioffice on 2018-08-27
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The Class of 1958 is having a 60-year reunion on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at the Eagle House, 5578 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221.

If you are interested in attending, please email jpbagency@aol.com or call 716-633-5600 ext. 220.

Link to hotels in Williamsville, NY 14221: https://goo.gl/C8xbTW

Alumni News: Melissa J. Pugash ’74 To Chair UCLA Women’s Cardiovascular Center Advisory Board

Posted by amherstalumnioffice on 2018-08-17
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Melissa J. Pugash, Amherst’s first female student council president (1974) was appointed Chair of the UCLA Women’s Cardiovascular Center Advisory Board.

The mission of the UCLA Women’s Cardiovascular Center is to protect women’s hearts and promote healthier lives by:

• Providing leading-edge clinical care

• Engaging in groundbreaking research focused on and driven by women

• Reaching out to vulnerable populations, including teens, students, and underserved communities

• Offering innovative educational programs that promote cardiovascular health

The center’s vision is to eliminate unnecessary deaths from cardiovascular diseases and eradicate healthcare disparities affecting women.

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Meet Duke and Ivy

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If you haven’t heard, the tigers in front of Amherst Central High School have been named after online voting. Duke and Ivy received the most votes. There will be a dedication scheduled in the coming months. Stay tuned.

Thank you to everyone who voted!

Alumni News: Gretchen Gonzalez ’95 has been named Deputy Director of the ECBA Volunteer Lawyers Project

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Gretchen Gonzalez, Esq. has been named Deputy Director of the ECBA Volunteer Lawyers Project. Ms. Gonzalez first joined VLP as a Staff Attorney in January of 2012 and has held leadership positions in both our Positive Individuals and Families Project and our Community and Economic Development Project. She has dedicated her legal career to working in the public interest and holds a J.D cum laude (Boston University School of Law 2005) and a Masters in Psychology cum laude (CUNY Hunter College 1998).

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