John Eicher '40 - Ad Astra

John Eicher was a loyal Fiji who could be found attending luncheons and Pig Dinners throughout his graduate years.  May he rest in peace.

This obituary notice appeared in the Seattle Times -- Sunday Edition November 28, 2010

John Dick EICHER Beloved father, grandfather and friend, John passed away on November 20 at age 92. He attended Lowell School, Broadway HS and UW. He was Captain of the Broadway co-championship football team (1935) and on the all-city team. He was active in scouting: an Eagle Scout, summer staff at Camp Parsons, later a cub master & member of the Exec. Bd. of the Seattle Council. 


At the UW, he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta and received his Naval commission as Ensign. He went on active duty in 1940, joining the Battleship Pennsylvania, flagship of the fleet and was Officer-of-the-Deck on December 7, when the ship was hit at Pearl Harbor. For the rest of the war, the ship supported all major landings in the Pacific, taking on damage at Okinawa two days before VJ day. 

John returned home to marry his beloved Betty. Three years later while serving as his ship's Coordinating Officer at the Bikini Atoll Atom Bomb Project, he received word of son John's birth. Captain Eicher returned to his father's company, and later partnered with Dick Richards to form Eicher-Richards. He climbed mountains, played tennis into his 80's and loved his time at Sandy Hook, Whidbey Island. 

Sadly, he said goodbye to Betty & son John (Kathy) in 2003 and recently to sisters, Helen Childers, Dorothy Hollenbeck and Mary Richards. Left to remember the active role he played in their lives are: Shirley Kiang (Ping), Jim (Cathi), and Grandchildren Lindsay & Jeff Eicher, Drew, Chad and Randi Eicher, Kyle and Jordan Kiang and many nieces and nephews. Other of John's activities were the Seattle Rotary, Navy League, the Seattle Tennis Club, the Last Man's Club and the Leukemia Board. A celebration of his life will be held at the Seattle Tennis Club, 922 McGilvra Blvd. East on Dec.10 at 2:00. Remembrances can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 530 Dexter N or the Horizon House Residents Fund or Horizon House Employees Recognition Fund.

"The Social Network" has Fiji playing counsel to facebook founder

Here’s a celebrity moment for you.  I went to the movies the other night with my wife.  We went to see the movie, The Social Network.  This is recently released movie with the story line about the origin and growth of facebook.  (it’s a bit fictionalized, but it’s a great story of the twists and turns that accompany a promising start-up business). 

The plot line weaves around the swirl of lawsuits being faced by the founder, Mark  Zuckerberg.  And right there on the big screen serving as the legal counsel to Zuckerberg, I was surprised to see the face of my old fraternity room-mate, John Getz ’68.  So a heads up to all of you that that distinguished lawyer-like guy called “Cy” counseling Zuckerberg’s character is a member of the best ever Fiji pledge class at UPS. 

Hope you enjoy the movie and remember to lay claim to your fraternity association with John Getz '68 of Moline, Illinois.  John's a stand-up guy who really contributed to the fraternity before he headed off in the middle of his junior year to pursue professional drama training at The American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco. 

His credits run from 18 months in the daytime drama "Another World" to a number of appearances in movies and TV shows.  He has a Wikipedia page with more information. 

Clay '68

Joseph "Jerry" Murphy '53 Ad Astra

Submitted by his surviving wife, Patricia Murphy on November 12, 2010

 NOTICE: Joseph J. " Jerry "   Murphy, Jr. Class of '53
 Born: November 9, 1930 - November 3, 2010
 Where: Richmond, Virginia and raised in Everett, Washington
 Parents: Joseph J. Murphy & Kathlene, Sr.
 Family: Survived by Patricia A. Murphy, married 26 years, Tustin, CA.
 Sons, Joseph J. Murphy III, Spokane, WA; James A. Murphy, Aliso Viejo, CA; Daughter Cameon Murphy, Irvine, Ca.
 Grandchildren, Joseph J. Murphy IV, Caitlin Murphy, Spokane, WA; Ashlee Guerra, Andrew Murphy and Arielle Murphy of So. California. Great grandchildren: Chloee and Caylee Guerra of Southern California.

 Murphy attended U of W and was the stroke for the U of W Crew.  Academically he received his degree in Economics in 1953. He was an avid fisherman in the Pacific Northwest.  He was a keen competitor in slalom water skiing and he was generally game for any outdoor sport that was available. Following graduation, he entered the US Air force where he served with the rank of First Lt. in Korea.  Following his service to the country, he returned to a long career with Simpson Logging, Scott Paper and he was also an active entrepreneur in real estate.

 He was a FIJI through and through, he loved his school.

  

PIG Dinner 2010 -- Hagget Hall on Univ. Washington campus

The Pig Dinner was attending by 350+ Fijis. We honored the new Golden Owls of the Class of 1960 (50 years post graduation). And we recognized the new Silver Owls of 1985 (25 years post graduation).

You can view photos of the PIG Dinner by clicking on the play arrow of the below player. The photos are best viewed in FULL SCREEN mode, so you are encouraged to view the photo show FULL SCREEN.




The Annual Pig Dinner was held at Hagget Hall on the UW campus due to the remodel project that the HUB is currently undergoing. The HUB will also be closed next Fall for the 2011 Pig Dinner.

John Ellis '50 honored as a Distinguished Fiji 2010

John Ellis came as a legacy to the doors of the Sigma Tau chapter of Phi Gamma Delta.  His brother, Robert Ellis was a member of the Class of ’46 until he left school to join the World War II effort where he gave his life.

Ellis was born and raised in the Seattle area.  He and his wife Doris met in high school and have been married for 57 years.  They live in Bellevue and have four children and 8 grandchildren.  He was educated at John Muir Grade School and Franklin High School.  He received his undergraduate BS degree in 1950 and his JD law degree in 1953 from the University of Washington.  He served on active duty in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952 as M/Sgt.

Ellis began his career in 1953 as an attorney with the firm of Perkins, Coie, Stone, Olson & Williams (now Perkins Coie), and was with the firm for 17 years, eight of which he acted as chief counsel to Puget Sound Power & Light Company (now Puget Energy). In 1970 he joined Puget Power as Executive Vice President, becoming President and Chief Executive Officer in 1976, and Chairman of the Board in 1987, retiring in 1992.

Jim Hilton '56 comments on the distinguished career of Distinghished Fiji John Ellis '50

In 1992 Ellis headed up negotiations to acquire the Seattle Mariner franchise from Major League Baseball.  He subsequently became Chairman, CEO and a director of the Baseball Club of Seattle, which was formed to acquire the Mariners. Ellis then led the successful effort to build Safeco Field, and under his leadership the Mariners grew to become one of baseball's most successful teams, attendance growing from 1,651,398 in 1992 to 3,507,975 in 2001. 

At the close of the 1999 baseball season, Ellis retired as Chairman and CEO and was elected Chairman Emeritus, a position he currently holds.  In that capacity, he serves on the Executive Council of Major League Baseball and is a member of its Finance, Budget and Compensation Committee, International Committee, and Chairman of its Baseball Endowment Committee.  Coming full circle, he also was very pleased to rejoin his old law firm, Perkins Coie, as Counsel.

Jim Hilton '56 (right) and Shan Mullin '56 (left) Distinguished Fiji 2009  present plaque to John Ellis '50

 John is a life member of the Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club, the Seattle Yacht Club and the Corinthian Yacht Club (a founder and past Commodore).  He was a champion N.W. sail boat racer and continues to be an active cruiser.  He is also a member of The Rainier Club (past President), the Overlake Golf & Country Club, and the deAnza Country Club.  He is very proud to be an honorary member of Seattle Rotary.  He is a lousy golfer, used to ski, and was a licensed pilot.  He still plays piano and key board.

Jim Hilton '56, John Ellis '50, and Shan Mullin '56

FIJI Luncheon in the Desert - March 10,2011

The 2010 gathering for the FIJI Luncheon was a resounding success.  As you can see in this photo, there was an enthusiastic turnout. (click on photo to view larger version)

Plan ahead, because John Radovich ’55 is organizing another FIJI luncheon in the desert on March 10, 2011.  The 2011 Luncheon will be held at the IW Club in Indian Wells.

If you have questions, you can reach John at this email address: JOHNCRADOVICH@AOL.COM 

 

NAMES OF THOSE IN GROUP PHOTO

FRONT ROW SEATED (From Left):     Jim Mock, Bert Engelhardt, Ken Solid, Duke Gregory, Jerry Pusch, John Radovich,Jack Howard, Stan Little, Wally Bostick, Stan Burklund

STANDING (From Left):    Ryan Bullard, Stu Evey, Jim Stellar (top of head only),  Ian Matheson, Mel Bryan, Bill Martin, Jim Brink, Dick Radloff, Doug McEwan, Jim Walters, Lawson Adams, Jim Hawkins, Joe Cozzetto, Jack Heidt, Roger Rice, Fred Antonelli, Bill Revere, Don Hart, Jim Hilton, Ted Woodhouse, Ron Anderson, Chuck Gassman, Bob Hedges, Jim Art, Norm Chaney, Ardell Barnes, John Ellis, Bill Hartley, Jim Hughes, Bud Gilbert, Shan Mullin, Roger Hulbush, Dave Todd, Jim Houston, Warren Dodson, Sam Buck

Clay Loges

Scholarships Awarded at 2010 PIG Dinner

Sigma Tau Educational Foundation

2010/11 Scholarship Recipients

Class of ’59 Pete Hanson Memorial Scholarship   $5,800

       

The “Class ’59 Pete Hanson Memorial Scholarship” is a fully endowed this annual scholarship, with contributions made by Dick Radloff and his fellow ’59 classmates.  The Rush Program is the focus of this Scholarship.

Peter Montgomery:       Award:  $2,900

Bryan Lammers:               Award:  $2,900

Higgins Family Graduate Scholarship   $7,976

        The focus of the “Higgins Family Graduate Scholarship” is on a recent graduate who has contributed throughout his undergraduate years at the Fiji House and is going on to Graduate School at the UW. 

Tom Betts:                          Award:  $7,976

                                                        From the Class of 2010

                                                        Currently in Masters program in Business with emphasis in Accounting

                                                        Will sit for the CPA after graduating

                                       

David A. Mowat '60 Scholarship   $5,800

        The children of David A. Mowat have pledged $21,000, over five years, to create the “David A. Mowat Scholarship” in honor of their father.  They’ve included an academic focus on Engineering and Buiding Construction as a consideration.

Ryan Perrizo:                     Award:  $2,900,

Sophomore (Class of 2013)

                                                        Major:  Electrical or Civil Engineering

                                                       

Alex Locke:                         Award:  $2,900,

Sophomore (Class of 2013)

                                                        Major:  Materials Science & Engineering

                                                       

Highest Freshman GPA   $500

        This Scholarship is given to the Sophomore who had the overall highest GPA in his Freshman year. 

Milan Beard                       Award:  $500   (Highest Freshman GPA – 3.83)

                                                        Sophomore (Class of 2013)

General Scholarships   $5,500

        The “General Scholarship” awards are given to current undergraduates from all studies.  The recipients are chosen not only based on financial need but also by what contributions they’ve made to the House. 

John Cadagan:                   Award:  $2,000

                                                        Senior (Class of 2011)

                                                        Major:  Economics

Future Goal:    Become Lawyer – Goal is to work in Maritime Law and negotiate fishery contracts between domestic and foreign companies.  Wants the world to become more environmentally conscious by working to better regulation of fisheries.

                                                        CUM GPA:  3.48

Matt Conroy:                     Award:  $500

                                                        Senior (Class of 2011)

                                                        Major:  Economics          

                                                        Future Goal:    After graduating, will pursue a job that is not only enjoyable but                                                                               contributes positively to society.

                                                        CUM GPA:  3.31

Richard Maloney:            Award:  $500

                                                        Senior (Class of 2011)

                                                        Major:  Political Science

Future Goal:    Originally wanted Law School, recent change of heart, is now pursuing

a Masters in Sports Management and Administration from Seattle U.

                                                        CUM GPA:  3.55

Andrew Morrow:             Award:  $500

                                                        Junior (Class of 2012)

                                                        Major:  Neurobiology

Future Goal:  Plans to attend dental school after graduating, then to go on to become an orthodontist.  Would like to study abroad if the opportunity arises.

                                                        CUM GPA:  3.65

Jack Grant:                          Award:  $500

                                                        Junior (Class of 2012)

                                                        Major:  Finance                                               

Future Goal:    Currently interviewing for internships at both JP Morgan Chase and Microsoft.  Would like to have a full time job in finance set by the end of Winter Quarter of Senior Year.

                                                        CUM GPA:  3.53

Kyle Yamamoto:              Award:  $1,000

                                                        Sophomore (Class of 2013)

                                                        Major:  Business, Finance

Future Goal:    Possibly become a stock broker, an entrepreneur, or marketing with Microsoft, Amazon or other great corporation.

                                                              CUM GPA:  3.73