In Memoriam

In Memoriam: John Berdis

EWU is sad to report the loss of John Berdis, a longtime EWU staff member who passed away on Nov. 20, 2021. Berdis worked at EWU as the Parking and Transportation Services supervisor from 1998 until when he passed away, at age 63.  His obituary can be viewed here. 

In Memoriam: Jerry Uppinghouse

Eastern Washington University is sad to report on the death of retiree Jerry Uppinghouse, who served in the Advancement office for nearly 15 years starting in 1999. He also was active with the EWU Retirees Association. Online obituary.

In Memoriam: Maxine Davis

EWU is sad to report of the passing of  EWU retiree, Maxine Davis – emeritus faculty – on Oct. 28, 2021.  Davis came to Eastern in 1970 to teach Physical Education and coach gymnastics, which resulted in her induction into the Eastern Athletics Hall of Fame in 2008. She retired … Read more

In Memoriam: Mary Cullinan

EWU learned of the passing of Dr. Mary Cullinan in spring 2021. She served as the university’s 26th president 2014-2020. Please join the university in respecting the family’s wishes for privacy at this time. A remembrance by Interim President David May was shared with the campus community May 7, 2021: … Read more

In Memoriam: Karyl Ernsdorff

Karyl Ernsdorff passed away 4/1/2021. Karyl worked in Student Financial Services from 12/26 1984 until her retirement 8/1/2007 after 23 years of service. Read more by clicking on the full obituary below

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