FSU Pikes Delta Lambda Newsletter- May 2025
- May 27, 2025
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CHAPTER NEWS
In cooperation with St Thomas Moore Co-Cathedral, a Devine Mercy Mass was performed Sunday, April 27th at the Pike house. “In the wake of recent tragedy on our campus, Pi Kappa Alpha invites the FSU community to come together in prayer and healing. Please join our Brotherhood this Sunday for a special Catholic Mass at the Pike House. As we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, may this be a moment of light, unity, and hope for our campus. All are welcome and we especially invite all members of the FSL community.”
For the record, this means that Pike has won the overall IM title more times than all the other IFC fraternities combined in this first quarter of the 21st Century.From the Chapter: “Congrats to our brothers for bringing home the 2024–25 All Campus IM Championship by a landslide. Shoutout to all of our athletes for bringing it home. Champions in Basketball, Football, Softball, and Frisbee.”
Editor’s note: Now, for some of our alumni who will be shocked to see the word ‘Frisbee’ it should be acknowledged that Frisbee is now a big deal, and our guys love it. For those who remember Frisbee as the sport of choice for the ragged unwashed on Landis Green, competitive Frisbee today has become an acclaimed and honored pursuit.Nostalgia will recall when fraternities at FSU competed in IM sports like Track & Field, Wrestling, Superstars, Soccer, etc. Time and tastes change, but Champions are always Champions. Congratulations to Florida State’s Premier Fraternity.
Chapter Advisor John Peacock ’01 writes, “IM Champions, football (7x7 and 4v4 both) won to end the year. The Catholic Mass initiative was a great success. All National surveys and standards applications have been completed for the Smythe Award. All awards will be handed out at the beginning of August. We had an absolutely fantastic semester all around.”
Acting leader for the summer is Rush Chairman Cannon Diehl ’23. 850-443-9051
Alumni News
Ginger writes, “My sweet son, Mike, and me, in Atlanta. We split the tomahawk ribeye and an old fashioned (or two). Till next time baby boy.” Ginger was an active Pike Little Sister, and a member of Tri-Delta Sorority. Her father is Coach Bobby Bowden ’49 (Chapter Eternal), her brother is Jeff Bowden ’80. And Michael’s father was John Madden ’78 (Chapter Eternal). Coach Bowden participated in his grandson Michael’s initiation Ritual in 2014.
Better Days, Long Ago
Rich Wall ‘66 writes, “Oh my! I did some digging yesterday and figured this photo was taken in 1994. Beginning in 1991, one of us had a kid attending FSU. My son, Chris (lost colony/Fireman member), was the first. Jimmie later had a daughter attending and Reever a son (now a country rock star and big supporter of The Battle’s End).
We used their attendance to schedule annual reunions in the Fall. Hump, being a Silver Chief, could get tickets. We’d stay at the same hotel. Come in Thursday, play golf on Friday, go to Hooters for lunch, attend game on Saturday, and leave Sunday. Noles were usually victorious no matter who they played. Of course, there were the usual nostalgic visits in Tally. Our reunions ended when Hump was diagnosed with ALS. Still treasure the memories. I mentioned the last reunion in Hump’s eulogy.”
Ad Astra
The ‘Pikes of the 60s’ were hit especially hard by the deaths of Bob Reeve ’66 and Don Mulligan ’68. Each Brother entered Chapter Eternal this March.
Don and Bob were popular Brothers, loyal to the Fraternity and valued friends. Along with Dave Giordano ’65, Bob Reeve was a co-Founder of the Pike Little Sisters organization (of which he served as Coordinator), and helped draft the original Little Sister Initiation ceremony; a copy is in the Chapter Archives. Don’s son Kyle Mulligan played basketball for the Seminoles in the mid-1990s and would have been a Legacy Pike if we had been on campus in those years.
Soon after the sad news was received, one Brother sent a gift of $1,000 to The Old Guard to be designated as a Memorial to Bob Reeve.
Here are some edited biographical remarks that Bob shared with the Pikes of the 60s in 2021:
“Departing FSU after my senior year was not my idea, but my draft board changed my classification from student to 1A. Exploring my options, I decided to take the best offer: The United States Marine Corps…After my separation, I returned to Mobile and fully intended to get back to Tallahassee, get my degree and enroll in graduate school. But it was then that “life happened”: I met a girl, got married and started a family. I discovered I enjoyed outside sales: advertising, pharmaceuticals, decorative products. These pursuits took me to Birmingham, Atlanta, Washington, Chicago and other major cities. Back in Mobile in the early 1990s, I re-married, and spent 20 years in industrial safety and health as an instructor, trainer, site-inspector and Director. I still do consulting and inspection work.
The idea for a Pike Little Sisters organization came from David Giordano ’65 who approached me in the spring of 1966. We began interviewing girls and the process took on a life of its own. It was always intended that the organization be semi-independent, with their own officers and rules of governance. That meant there needed to be a liaison to coordinate the activities of the organization with those of the Chapter. I didn’t want the job of babysitting 30 sharp, hot women every two weeks, but somebody had to do it”
Jim Riscigno ’65 wrote, “It is sad to see our numbers dwindle but such is the course of our lives with most of us in our 80’s. My involvement thanks to Ray Hayes ’63 (Chapter Eternal) in 65 and 66 was not one that enabled me to be involved like you and the others due to my jobs and other responsibilities, but I feel a strong bond and agree with you that we should strive to spend any time we can together. I would hope we could plan another event and gathering for the group from the 60’s. I will be happy to help if I can as I live parttime in Tallahassee now. Ginger and I purchased a place at Westminster Oaks a great CCRC here in Tallahassee. Phi Phi !! Jim Riscigno Jim@Clubspecialists.com 850-322-8822
David Orr ’62 writes, “Well, I hope that everyone is thinking/considering another Pike '60's gathering before we lose to many more of this ancient crowd. Always a sad note to receive this info but thank you for letting us know. I remember Bob Reeve quite well during my last couple of years in Tallahassee and enjoyed catching up with him during our reunion several years back. We are all aging, hopefully gracefully and pleasant memories, good times and friends help to ease our transition. Phi Phi!!! I know that I will miss Buddy Inman ’60 and now Bob Reeve!!! Make sure that Silly Frew ’67 is available for entertainment.”
Jim Poe ‘66 wrote: “No one had a better roomie than me. We set the standard in the "New House" decor and hospitality.” jpoe1526@aol.com
Tom Wurzbach ’64 wrote, “Delta Lambda is well represented in Chapter Eternal”. tomasmco@aol.com
Dick Klunk ’67 wrote, “It was sad to hear of the passing of our two Brothers. I wish I had got to know them better. I’m sure, as for all of us, that being a Pike was a cherished memory for them. Prayers and condolences go out to their families. rich46jr@aol.com
Bob Ward ’67 wrote, “I do remember as I was Bob’s Little Brother…. We shared a number of memories during our reunion couple years back.” Bob@RobertLWard.com (321) 287-4608
Bob White ’63 wrote, “Always Sad to hear such news but at our point in life it’s far too often!! May they now reunite with our brothers who have gone before!! Rest in peace. Phi Phi K A.” Rew95205@gmail.com
Rich Wall ’66, “[Bob] was a heartbreaking loss for me. The 2021 reunion was the last time I saw him. We sat together during the game and the thrilling ending. I talked to him a number of times since then. Always fun. His health was failing him which is why he was in a hospice in Nashville at the end near his son, Tyler. He was the very best kind of friend.” g0noles@aol.com
Bob Tunkel ’66 wrote, “As you probably remember, Bob had the tough assignment as Little Sisters coordinator!” bobtunkel@comcast.net
Fred Buhl ‘69 wrote, “It is always sad to lose a friend. Adding to the burden is the realization that we are at the age where our friends and relatives are passing regularly. Each day is a gift - try to do something special each day. And 'special' does not have to be a big event. - just a kind word or phone call is special to someone.” All the best, Fred Buhl Buhl088@outlook.com
John Stoner ’64 wrote, “Attended a Celebration of Life this afternoon. Way too many of those lately!”jstoner@jrstoner.com
Don Altemus ’66 wrote, “So sorry to read of their passing. Just a few years ago I sat with Bob Reeve at the reunion football game with Noles taking down the Canes. Getting a lot of practice with end of life reality these days. Only can fight on every day!” altemusdonald@gmail.com
Bill Knight ’69 wrote, “Gentlemen, please join me as I take a reflective moment…With the passing of each of our Brothers, I am called back to those memorable times spent together…Bob Reeve and I were good friends at FSU…nicknaming me “Digger” in keeping with my college years in my ‘Funeral Director/Coroner’ roles to support my “college expenses”.
We went our separate ways during those troubling months that followed graduation ‘69. But as fortune would follow, we were reconnected, incredibly, through Bob’s son Tyler, meeting by sheer luck in 2010 on a group ski trip to Vail, CO with young Delta Lambda Pikes, FSU Cheerleaders, Adam Corey and my great friend and host, Dan Gilbertson, Tallahassee business owner and entrepreneur.
One question led to another and we ended up calling Bob at midnight…figured I would be given Grace on that! We reconnected at that point and greatly enjoyed our get togethers that followed in the years to come as well as the zoom calls shared with many of you.
Rev. Billy Graham once said, ”When we are confronted with the death of someone we love, we all pause for a moment in time, to consider Eternity”.
As Pikes, our brotherly love is exemplified by the acceptance, kindness and dignity we show one another and those around us and by the respect we show to ourselves and others.
Across the past 58 years for me…longer for some of you…the endearing memories of Pi Kappa Alpha continue to live on, shared by us all and have been a foundational cornerstone of maturity and growth.
Let not your Hearts be troubled, Gentlemen…🙏
Pi Kappa Alpha’s “Chapter Eternal” holds reservations for each of us…and because I have yet to locate my expiration date anywhere, (other than on my Pacemaker Battery 🤣), I choose to live each day to its fullest…as if it were my last!
Dave Mathews got it right, when he sang…”Celebrate we will, for life is short, but sweet, for certain!
In the Bonds of Pi Kappa Alpha. Bill Knight ’69 wfknight1@gmail.com
Special Thanks
We are deeply grateful to our Delta Lambda alumni for your most recent, generous responses to support the Old Guard. These contributions are from May.
Thank you to Joel Padgett ‘71 for his $100 annual contribution. Joel is one of five Directors of the Old Guard. joelnole28@gmail.com
Thank you as well to past SMC Jon Graber ’02 for his $100 annual gift to the Old Guard.We can always count on our Legacy Dads for their support. Anthony Cabrera ’81 sent a generous $250 donation. cabreralizzy@aol.com Anthony’s son is Michael Cabrera ’22.
A special thanks to Russell Sexton ’77 most welcome contribution of $1,000, which makes him a member of The Sembler Society. Russell’s brother is Jerry Sexton ’74. “Glad to do it! Jerry and I gained more than we gave from Pike at FSU, and this is a chance to pay back. The reunion was a great event and we hope to attend many more.”One especially poignant response was from a Brother who wished to make an anonymous $1,000 Memorial contribution in the name of Robert (Bob) M. Reeve ’66.
Delta Lambda’s MONTHLY LUNCHEONS
Chapter Advisor John Peacock ’01 chairs the meetings beginning at noon and concluding by 1:00 PM. Chapter Advisor John Peacock ’01 850-321-2198 jpeacockfl@gmail.com Co-Chapter Advisor Steve Walker ‘81 703-203-5494 steve.walker07@gmail.com Chapter SMC Owen Murtagh ’22 813-382-6340 Omurtagh13@gmail.com
The next Luncheon will be Wednesday, June 4th 2025
Old Guard of Delta Lambda (updated May, 2025)
The Annual Giving Outreach of Delta Lambda Alumni
(See The Sembler Society members, for single gifts of more than $1,000)
THE OLD GUARD
Brothers making Annual Gifts of $100 or more.Tim Allen ’76 2024, 2025, 2026Lee Anderson ‘84 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Dan Akre ’83 2016, 2017Charlie Barnes ’65 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Ed Barnes ’71 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Joe Beasley ’83 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023Robert “Bobby” Bowden ’49 [Alpha Pi, Samford University] (son Jeff Bowden ’80; grandson Michael Madden ’14) 2016, 2017, 2018Richard Boyd ’66 2025Gabriel Brady ’58 2020Justin Buck ’96 (Southeast Missouri State) 2021, 2024Peter Burnett ’68 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Sembler Society in 2025 with a Memorial giftAnthony Cabrera ’81 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Anthony gives more than the annual $100Eric Carr ’01 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Cade Carter ’05 (father is Cadie Carter ’79) 2022Jay Campbell ’87 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Jay, thank you for the additional gift this yearBill Cheek ’61 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Jim Cobb ’63 (son Kevin Cobb ’06) 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022Frank Cooke ’65 2020, 2021, 2023Chuck Cottrell ’80 2019, 2020, 20221, 2022 (also, see Chuck Cottrell, Brent Sembler Society)Bob Coury ’72 2023Ozmel Cuan ’02 2022, 2023, 2024Wayne Curtiss ’83 2022, 2023, 2024Dustin Daniels ’10 2016Josh Davis ’02 2021Phil Doumar ’09 2017, 2024Bob Duggan ’64 2022Jeff Epley ’96 (Iota Gamma, Nebraska-Kearney) 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022Miguel Fernandez ’77 (son Michael ’10) 2017 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Michael Fernandez ’10 2021, 2022, 2023Jim Finch ‘81 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Jim Floyd ’76 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Dave Frew ’67 2020Lewis Fusco ’05 2020Paul Gerding ’65 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022Pete Gioitta ’82 2022Dave Giordano ’65 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Jon Graber ’02 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Glenn Grant ’82 2017, 2022, 2023Connor Gray ‘11 2018Bill Gregory ’77 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Mike Halfacre ’85 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Bob Hall ’49 (grandson Andrew Hall ’15 initiated at Auburn) 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Lawrence ‘Chip’ Hartung ’81 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023Scotty Howell ’06 (brother Seth Howell ’84) 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Rob Hicks ’83 2020Kyle Hill ’16 2020Howard Hunter ’73 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Bruce Johnson ’81 2017Jay Johnson ‘83 2016 Joined the Sembler Society in 2018. Wayne Johnson ’72 2025Harry Kapple ’69 2025Ryan Kelly ’06 2023Dick Klunk ’67 2020, 2021, 2023Bill Knight ’69 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026David Kresge ’73 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Mike Lait ’78 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 (see gift to Sembler Society)Joe Liguori ’81 2021Mike Lilly ’84 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Carlos Lindo ’05 2016Steve Lowski ’84 Contributed $1,000 in 2025 to The Sembler Society; and an additional $1,000 to the Old Guard general fund.David Lyons ’65 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Sloan MacKarvich ’01 2021 (*also Sembler Society)Harvey Mackler ’72 (Beta Pi, University of Pennsylvania) 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Trent Mallory ’81 2017, 2021, 2022David Markowski ’79 $1,000 (see Sembler Society)Mike Markowski ’75 (sons Reeve Markowski ’13 and Brandon Markowski ‘16 ; brothers Craig Markowski ’79 and David Markowski ’79) 2016Jordan McAlister ’07 2023Noah C. McKinnon ’65 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Austin McLeod ’15 2022, 2023Stuart McLeroy ’79 2021Jack McMullen ’64 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Chris Merganthaler ’13 2022Andy Miller ‘70 2021, 2022, 2023J.L. Milton ’62 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Tom Misiuk ’83 2021Jim Montano ’64 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Jeff Moore ’81 2018, 2022Kyle Mowitz ’01 2017, 2021Alex Mullineaux ’01 2019, 2021Eli Nortelus ’01 2018Marco Novak ’01 2016Harry Orwig ’66 2018Serge Osaulenko ’01 2017Joel Padgett ’71 2016, 2019, 2023, 2024Jim Parsons ’81 2017John Peacock ’01 2018, 2019, 2020 Peacock also made an additional $500 gift to be applied to the Veterans’ Recognition PlaqueChris Pepin ’01 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Khoung Phan ’01 2019Jim Poe ’66 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025David Ponder ’80 2017Gary Prescott ’72 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Dr. Jace Provo ’83 2020Matt Raulerson ’83 2022Ernie Reiter ’86 2023Steve Roden ’71 2024 (brother is Scott Roden)Tyler Russell ’10 2020Matt Schulis ’01 2022Randy Sears ’79 2024 $500Lt. Col. Jerry Sexton ’74 (brother, Russell Sexton ’77) 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Dr. Benjamin Sharp ’60 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 Dr Sharp also made an additional gift of $500 to be applied toward the Veterans’ Recognition Plaque. In August, Dr Sharp also made a gift of $525 to support digitalizing the chapter archives. Dr Sharp made an additional $500 gift in September, and an additional gift of $500 in May, 2024.Tim Sheridan ’78 2022, 2023 Tim also made an additional $1,000 gift for 2024Griffin Siegel ‘78 2016 2017Peter Singhal ’15 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024Jim Smalley ’73 2022 ($500) ,+++Barry Smith ’72 2024Kevin Stokes ’13 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024Bob Stoner ’64 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023John Stoner ’64 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Rob Stoner ’88 2016, 2017, 2018, 20-19, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Lt. Col. Patrick Sullivan ’01 2022 *Lt. Col Sullivan made an additional gift, $400 of which is designated to help fund the Veterans’ Recognition Plaque.Cmdr. Jared Sweetser ’01 2022Doug Tatum ’77 2021Todd Trimmer ’69 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Tom Trotta ’81 (son Eric Trotta ’09, University of Florida) 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Bob Tunkel ’66 2020, 2021, 2022Tarek Waked ’09 2019Steve Walker ’81 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Bob Ward ’67 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Kevin Wheeler ’09 (father is Tom Wheeler ’78) 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Tom Wheeler ’78 (son is Kevin Wheeler ’09) 2021Wade Wilcox ‘86 (son is Griffin Wilcox ’15) 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021Griffin Wilcox ’15 (dad is Wade Wilcox ’86) 2020, 2021Bill Williams ’85 2019, 2020Rob Williamson ’87 2018, 2020, 2021Alan Winslette ’77 2018, 2019, 2023Manny Zamora ’87 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Bart Ziegler ’83 2021
THE SEMBLER SOCIETY of The Old Guard
Brothers have made single gifts of $1,000 or more to The Old Guard
(Sembler Society donors’ names are in boldface)
[John Baker ‘83: An anonymous donor has made a Memorial Gift to the Sembler Society in John’s name]Ed Barnes ’71 [Herb Bowen ’86: An anonymous donor has made a Memorial Gift to the Sembler Society in Herb’s name]Charlie Bradley ’81 a September 2019 addition to the Sembler SocietyPeter Burnett ’68 January 2025 Memorial Gift in the name of older brother Russ Burnett ’65 Pete passed into Chapter Eternal immediately after he made this memorial gift.[Craig S. Kavka ’66 : A Memorial Gift to the Sembler Society was made in Craig’s name in 2019]Sean Carbonell ’86 Joined the Sembler Society in 2025 with his generous gift of $2,000Chuck Cottrell ’80 Chuck Cottrell made an additional gift of $1,000 to be used in the best interests of the Chapter. And in 2022, Chuck made another gift of $2,500. Thank you, Chuck, for your lifetime of generosity to Delta Lambda!Jim Crews ’78 Chris Dietz ’87 (son is Caleb Dietz ’11) annual Sembler Society member. Chris maintains the website.Tobyn DeYoung ’86 (son is Steven Centeno ’16)Col. Joe Feheley ’81 (son is Sean Feheley ’14)Jim Finch ‘81[Steve Goodloe ’79: An anonymous Memorial Gift was made to the Sembler Society in Steve’s name]Chris Gutierrez ’83 [University of Florida] (son is Alex Gutierriez ’16)David Gutting ’83 (son Sterling Gutting ’16)[J. Bob Humphries ’66: A Memorial Gift made to The Sembler Society in Bob’s name in 2019]Bruce Johnson ‘81Jay B. Johnson ‘83Bobby Jones ‘72Jimmy Keen ’73 (son is Michael Keen ‘14)[Don Kyle ’77 Memorial (Brothers contributing include Jim Finch ‘81, Joe Feheley ‘81, Chuck Cottrell ‘80, Glenn Grant ‘82, Mike Martin ‘79, Dave Henry ’81, Anthony Cabrera ’81 and Steve Walker ’81.[Tracy Lee ’86: An anonymous donor has made a Memorial Gift to the Sembler Society in Tracy’s name]Mike Lait ’78 generous 2025 gift places him in the Sembler SocietyJohn Leavitt ’77 (brother of Jim Leavitt ’79)Steve Lowski ’84 In 2025 to the Sembler SocietySloan MacKarvich ‘01David Markowski ’79 (son is Weston Markowski ’19, University of Oregon).Craig Mateer ’86 (son is Charles Merritt ’16)Lyle McAlister ’78 (new 2021) [sons are Lee ’09 and Jordan ’07]Roy McDonald ’79 two gifts at the Sembler Society levelRyan McElveen ’95 (2020)Noah C. McKinnon ‘65Rich Newsome ‘83David Rancourt ’84 (son is Wyatt Rancourt ’16) annual Sembler Society memberMatt Raulerson ’83 (son is Zach Raulerson ’17)[Robert M. Reeve ’66: A Memorial Gift made to The Sembler Society in Bob’s name in 2025]Scott Roix ’85 and son Max Roix ’18Rudy Rowe ’87 (son is Carson Rowe ’22) Rudy’s gift to enhance Brotherhood meals is already in excess of 5 figures.Doug Russell ’79 (son is Tyler Russell ’10)Harry Sargeant III ’78 (sons are Harry Sargeant IV ’02 and Garrett Sargeant ’17)Brent W. Sembler ’78 (son is Logan Sembler ’09)Russell Sexton ’77 (brother is Jerry Sexton ’74). Russell joined the Sembler Society in May, 2025.Dr Ben Sharp ’60 Dr Sharp has given more than $3,000 in individual gifts. He makes many generous contributions to Delta Lambda.Tim Sheridan ’79 (grandson of Ed Cubbon ’29; brother is Ted Sheridan ‘82); Tim assists with the newsletter. This is Tim’s second $1,000 gift to the Old Guard.Peter Singhal ’15 joined the Sembler Society in 2022, and is also an annual donor.[Kirk Smith ’86: An anonymous donor has made a memorial gift to the Sembler Society in Kirk’s name](The) Stoner Family (Bob ’64, John ’64, Rob ’88)Bob Tunkel ‘66Rich Wall ‘66Tom Wheeler ’78 (son is Kevin Wheeler ’09)
2025 Chapter Leadership
2025 Delta Lambda Elected Officers
SMC Owen Murtagh ‘22 813-382-6340 Omurtagh13@gmail.com Treasurer Andrew Schatz 610-585-9035 andrewschatz81@gmail.com External VP Jack Lennon 813-340-2032JDL.05lennon@gmail.com Internal VP Dylan Culmone ‘22 609-457-2248Dylanculmone@comcast.net Social Chairman Chris Johnson ‘22 407-421-3337ChrisJohnson.j111@gmail.com Sergeant-at-Arms Nick DiLeo 845-905-6685Ndileo1@yahoo.com
2024-2025 Alumni Advisory Board
Chapter Advisor: John Peacock ‘01 Co-Chapter Advisor Steve Walker ‘81 Chapter Advisory Board: Rudy Rowe ’87, Joe Feheley ’81, Eli Nortelus ’01, Jeff Moore ‘81Legends of Delta Lambda: Brent Sembler ’78, ChairmanLegends of Delta Lambda: Jimmy Keen ’73, Vice chairmanLegends of Delta Lambda: Peter Ford ’14, General ContractorRush Advisors: Doug Russell ’79 and Charlie Barnes ‘65Faculty Advisors: Andy Miller ’70 and Doug Tatum ‘77Finance Advisor and Advisor to Treasurer and Secretary: Eli Nortelus ‘01Risk Management: Tor Friedman (Delta Tau Delta); Carlos Lindo ’05, Clint Wallace ‘01Pledge Education Advisor: John Peacock ’01 an Eli Nortelus ‘01Technology Advisor, newsletter Publisher & Webmaster: Chris Dietz ‘87Alumni Association Activity Chairmen: Gary Prescott ’72, Mark Smith ‘78Alumni Association President: Eric Carr ‘01Advisor on Conduct of the Ritual: Scott Roix ‘85Newsletter Editors: Tim Sheridan ’79 and Charlie Barnes ’65Member-at-Large and Activity Advisor: TBDChaplaincy Advisor: Dylan Nielander ‘05; plus John Peacock ’01; Rev. Rick Blythe ‘72
Chapter Advisor Emeritus Ed Barnes ’71 National Chapter Advisor of the Year 2005Chapter Advisor Emeritus Joe Feheley ’81 (son Sean Feheley ’14)Chapter Advisor Emeritus Jimmy Keen ’73 (son Michael Keen ’14)Chapter Advisor Emeritus Doug Russell ’78 (son Tyler Russell ’10)
These six alumni organizations exist to support Pi Kappa Alpha at Florida State
The Legends of Delta Lambda. Legends owns the Chapter House. Brent Sembler ’78, Chairman. Jimmy Keen ‘73, Legends Vice Chairman. Capital gifts may also be made directly to the Legends of Delta Lambda. Brent Sembler Brent.Sembler@sembler.com
The Delta Lambda Chapter Advisory Board. Chapter Advisor John Peacock ’01 Chairs the Chapter Advisory Board. John Peacock ’01, 850-321-2198 jpeacockfl@gmail.com
The Delta Lambda Alumni Association. Eric Carr ’01, President. ericdcarr@gmail.com
The Old Guard of Delta Lambda. The Old Guard is the alumni annual fund. Jack McMullen ’64 and David Rancourt ’84 are Co-Chairmen of the Old Guard oversight board.
The Legacy Dads of Delta Lambda. Doug Russell ’78, Founder and President. drusselltally@gmail.com
The Delta Lambda Communications Team. The Delta Lambda Website and the Delta Lambda Monthly Newsletter are productions of Dietz Consulting, Inc. Chris Dietz ’87, owner. The monthly newsletter is Edited by Tim Sheridan ’78 and Charlie Barnes ’65. Len Tucker (and Jean) Tucker ’70 provides the chapter with its annual composite. The Team also consults with the Chapter on the annual production of Pikes Illustrated.
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