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Felipe “Philip” Aromin ~ Class of 1970

Philip Aromin ~ Class of 1970

Arrived ~ April 29, 1952

Departed ~ 12/23/2019

Divina Aromin Diokno wrote:

Felipe B. Aromin is the eldest son of Engr. Basilio B.. Aromin and Elsie Ballesteros Aromin. The family lived in Bangkok from 1964 to 1981, the father worked for the United Nations in the Economic Social Commission of Asia and the Pacific. All the children went to ISB.

Felipe attended University of the Philippines in Baguio City, until joining the Ananda Marga in Bangkok and India, where he was a member for 10 years. He left the group, saying it was getting too political, and went back to the Philippines. Felipe led a colorful and peaceful life, choosing to live in the province, near the beach, away from what he called “society.” We cherish his sense of humor, love for all sentient beings, and carefree attitude. Om Shanti, as he says. He is survived by his two daughters, Manna Preciosa and Maja Grace, and his sisters Arlene, Patricia, Caroline, Divina, and brother, Basilio (Raja). Their sister, Jocelyn (Class of 71) passed on in 1995.

THANK YOU, David for all that you do for ISBeings.

Carol Aromin Adan
December 23 at 12:21 PM

My brother, Felipe “Philip” Aromin passed away this morning. Gone so suddenly and so soon. He will be missed. Philip was ISB class ‘70.

Celebrating the life of Felipe Ballesteros Aromin (April 29, 1952 to December 23, 2019). Join us to share stories and remember a life lived to the fullest.

Interment: Pryce Gardens – Pagadian
Location: Barangay Poloyagan, Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur
When: December 31, 2019
Time: 3:00 PM

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Dr. Robert Allen “Brains” Kearl ~ Class of 1973

Dr. Robert Allen “Brains” Kearl ~ Class of 1973

Departed 08/22/18
Dr. Robert Allen Kearl

Phoenix – Dr. Robert Allen Kearl, age 63, passed away peacefully at his home next to his loving wife Ruth, his children, and his sister Susy early on the morning of August 22, 2018 in Phoenix.

Rob was born in Madison, Wisconsin to Bryant and Ruth Kearl. Before he was 21 he had traveled and lived all over the world, including Germany, Uganda, Thailand, and Singapore. He graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1978 and University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School in 1982. He was board certified in pulmonary disease, critical care medicine, sleep medicine, and internal medicine.

Rob had a mischievous sense of humor, and maintained a powerful dedication to his work without the loss of his capacity for leisure, hobbies, and time with family. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, an extremely indulgent pet owner, and a talented and caring physician. He adored his children, his dogs and cats (and occasionally reptiles), and above all his beloved wife and life’s companion Ruth. He was an avid consumer of books and news, always eager to discuss the events of the day. Even in his last days, Rob had to be learning something — re-watching the Ken Burns documentary on the Vietnam war, listening to podcasts about the civil war, and refreshing his knowledge of the Thai language.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth, his three dogs, Samantha, Scout, and Moseby, as well as his two cats, Hank and Priscilla Peabody. He is also survived by his two sisters, Susy and Kathie; his three children, Bryant, Megan, and Alex; his granddaughter Madeleine; and Ruth’s son, Sam, and her grandson Cameron. Rob was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth and Bry Kearl, and by his brother, Dick Kearl.

Rob wishes to spend his days among the places he loved, and so his ashes will be spread in Arizona, Wisconsin, and Thailand at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his name to the Cancer Research Institute.

Published in The Arizona Republic on Aug. 30, 2018

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Mrs. Carolyn Saluja ~ F-Faculty ~ 1967-1986

Mrs. Carolyn Saluja ~ F-Faculty ~ 1967-1986

Departed ~ 9/21/86 ~ Cancer

Mrs. Carolyn C. Saluja
ISB Faculty – 1966 to 1986

Mrs. Saluja taught a variety of subjects during her twenty-year tenure, including French, English, and Writing Workshop. She is survived by her husband and two sons who still live in Thailand. The Seniors of ISB dedicated the 1967 ERAWAN to her. The last time she appeared in ERAWAN was in 1987, 20 years later, in memorial. Much loved, she will be missed by those many whose lives she touched.

She is survived by her husband and two sons who live in Bangkok.

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Mrs. Hannah Ruyffelaere ~ F-Faculty

Mrs. Hannah Ruyffelaere ~ F-Faculty

Elementary School 1964-1966 and 1968-1971

Departed ~ 03/08/05

Name: Hannah J Ruyffelaere
Birth Date: 31 October 1905
Death Date: 08 March 2005
Issuing State: Georgia
Residence at Death: Berkeley,Alameda,California 94708
Nearby Cemeteries:
Sunset View Cemetery, Contra Costa, California

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Mr. Richard Roberts ~ F-Faculty

Mr. Richard Roberts ~ F-Faculty

Departed ~ 1975 over Christmas break ~ Accidental Asphyxiation

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Mr. Phil Reeves ~ F-Faculty

Mr. Phil Reeves ~ F-Faculty

Departed ~ 6/24/15 ~ Details unknown

Posted By: Debby Stinemetz Caulfield Class of 1970

I received the sad news today that former science teacher Phil Reeves passed away this morning in Marshfield, Massachusetts. He was 87 years old. He had been ill for just three weeks and died peacefully. I talked with his neighbor, Leslie, who has cared for him for the past 20 years. She said that he was greatly loved by everyone in his church family and they all knew how much his connection with the ISB alumni family meant to him. When Phil was in the hospital she wanted everyone to know who this amazing man was and she told everyone about his history as a science teacher beloved 40 years ago and today. Phil teared up and said, “Yes, my students were my children.” Leslie also told me how much he loved to dance at church. I told her we knew all about his dancing prowess as we witnessed it on the Teen Club dance floor at the reunions. A small funeral service will be held on Thursday. Phil was very committed to his Christian faith and wanted any remembrance donations be made to:

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
One Billy Graham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28201

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Neva Redding Cornelson ~ Class Of 1976

Neva Redding Cornelson ~ Class Of 1976

Departed ~ 1/22/09 ~ Cancer

Neva Redding Cornelson, passed peacefully on January 22 2009, in Kailua Kona, HI, after her battle with cancer. More Recently, she had lived in Port Angeles, WA For many years. She returned to Kailua Kona, HI, a place she Loved, for her last months in this Life… She attended ISB from 1969~1971 5th~8th grade.
Thank you for your kind attention…
Susan Haralson ’75

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