Of Amherst entered into rest March 20, 2023; Beloved husband of the late Ivorann (nee Gresens); devoted father of Steven K. (Dewey) Chase, John C. (Mika) Chase, Suzanne M. (Paul) Urbanski and Rebecca R. Morley; grandfather of 6 grandchildren and a great granddaughter; stepbrother of Sally (Douglas) Couch Miller; also survived by nephews. No prior visitation. A graveside service was held at the convenience of the family. A Remembrance Service is being planned by the family. Arrangements by DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst. Online condolences may be shared at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com
RUSSELL Carolyn J. (nee Braun) | Age 77 of Amherst, December 11, 2022 with her loving family by her side. She is survived by her spouse Rosemary Dayton, her children Cynthia (Jim) Rinehart, Keith (Kelli) Russell, Tina (Carlos) Padilla, Karen (Paul) Locander, Douglas (Dena) Russell, Scott (Kristie) Russell and David (Stephanie) Russell, 17 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, daughter of the late Raymond and Katherine Braun and sister of Elaine Braun and Raymond (Linda) Braun. Also many nieces and nephews. Carolyn was a devoted wife and mother and was an accomplished Pianist. In her various roles at Amherst High School, she touched and influenced many young lives. There will be no prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Monday December 19, 2022 at 11 AM in Calvary Episcopal Church, 20 Milton St. in Williamsville, NY 14221. Everyone welcome to attend. The service will be livestreamed at calvaryepiscopal.net. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ROTHFUNERAL.com
The Amherst Central School District Board of Education appointed Robert Adams as its new director of health, physical education and athletics, effective Oct. 24. Mr. Adams replaces Jeffrey Wheaton who has accepted an athletic director position at Monroe Upper and Lower High School in the Rochester City School District.
Since 2013, Adams has been the director for student life and campus student engagement for Alexander Central School District. In this role, he supervised and administered the athletic department and extracurricular clubs, activities and events for the fitness, sports and swim programs. He managed the daily operations of athletic events; selected, supervised and trained coaches; directed club advisors; and supervised the district’s summer recreation program. He implemented a culture that encouraged student engagement in athletics and clubs, as well as developed and executed a long-term vision for athletics and student leadership.
Added to his duties at Alexander CSD, he served as interim middle and high school assistant principal, physical education department chair, PE and health education teacher for grades 7-12 and varsity tennis and varsity soccer coach.
His previous work experience included director of physical education and athletics positions at Magen David Academy in Panama City in Panama and at Sugar Creek Charter School in Charlotte, N.C. During the three years he was in Panama, he created, implemented and oversaw the PE and health curriculum for prekindergarten to grade 12. He founded the Under Armor Private School Athletics League (PSAL) which organized all private schools in the Panama area for competition. He also introduced a “Nuts for PE” afterschool program to provide enrichment for students outside of the academic school day. He also taught prekindergarten to grade 12 physical education. While in Charlotte, he created and implemented a PE and Health curriculum, introduced a six-sport athletics program and taught middle school PE and math.
He received a master’s degree in educational leadership/supervision with a concentration in athletics administration, a master’s and bachelor’s degree in education, all from Canisius College. He earned an associate degree from Finger Lakes Community College.
He holds professional certifications in School District Leadership, initial School Building Leadership, Physical Education (K-12), Health Education (K-12), lifeguard, first aid, and CPR/AED.
He received the Alexander Central Compass Teacher of the Year award during the 2017-18 school year. He is a member of SHAPE America and NYS Association for Health PE Recreation and Dance, National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, NYS Athletic Administrators Association.
The Amherst Central Alumni Foundation, Inc. (ACAF) kicked the 2022-2023 school year with a meeting at the Family Tree Restaurant on September 1, 2022. At the meeting, the ACAF’s new President, Treasurer, and Secretary officially assumed their new roles with the foundation’s board of directors.
Board Officers for 2022-2023:
President:
Jessica Muenter ’90
Vice-President:
Larry Ross ’72
Treasurer:
Samantha Sweeney General ’07
Secretary:
Emily Warren Zimmer ’06
Incoming President Jessica Muenter had this to say about here new role, “I’m honored to take over the position of President of the Alumni Foundation and hope to continue the good work the Foundation has done in the community to not only keep alumni informed of happenings, but also to provide the excellent Amherst education we have all received.”
Also at the meeting, the ACAF said good-bye to board members John Dengler ’82, Sue Fretz ’73 (Immediate Past Treasurer), Marilyn Rohl ’70 (Immediate Past President), Donna Roll ’71, and Lindsay Wolfe ’77. The Foundation thanks them for their numerous years of service and commitment to the foundation’s mission.
The ACAF is looking forward to an exciting year supporting the Amherst Central School District.
Here are some photos from the meeting.
Immediate Past President Marilyn Rohl ’70 passes the President’s gavel to new President Jessica Muenter ’90
Immediate Past Secretary Nancy Graves Manalio ’70 passes the Secretary Book to new Secretary Emily Warren ’06
Immediate Past President Marilyn Rohl ’70 receives gift from the Foundation
Immediate Past President Nicole Phillips ’77 receives gift from the Foundation
Immediate Past Treasurer Susan Fretz ’73 receives a gift from the Foundation
Donna Roll ’71 receives a gift from the Foundation
Dear Amherst Alumni and Friends of Amherst Central Schools:
It is with gratitude that we thank you for your support and participation during the Amherst High School 92nd Anniversary and All Class Reunion Celebration Weekend.
Whether you played golf, enjoyed a wonderful meal at Glen Oaks, went “Back to School: walked through the High School or around Snyder with author and historian, Julianna Fiddler-Woite, maybe you listened to …Dave & Cyn or had a treat at Sweet Melody’s or the Daily Bread Food Truck…THANK YOU!
If you rode the “Best of Buffalo” Double Decker Bus Tour with Officer O’Connor on Saturday morning, or joined us for the “Main Event” at Resurgence Saturday night, again we THANK YOU!
Amherst is a special place for all of us and we enjoyed spending the weekend with you. Please feel free to share pictures and comments to our Facebook page. Also, remember to show you appreciation to our many sponsors who helped to make the Reunion Weekend possible.
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