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Andrey Uryadov ’04

haasej@southkentschool.org — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:41:05 +0000

There are moments when words feel painfully inadequate, and this is one of them.

�� mourns the tragic passing of Andrey Uryadov ’04, a true force of nature on the Hillside. Andrey was a devoted husband to Elena, an unabashedly proud and loving father, a fierce competitor, a gifted coach, and a deeply beloved member of our �� Kent family.

Andrey first came to �� Kent as a young man finding his way far from home. He spoke candidly about arriving on the Hillside with little English and no idea what to expect. Andrey spent four years as a �� Kent student, graduated in 2004, and then remained for a postgraduate year in 2005. Reflecting on his experience in his 2004 yearbook, he wrote, “This school made me realize that I have to work very hard in everything I do, only then I will have success.”

Those words reveal the young man Andrey was and the man he would become. He believed in effort, discipline, loyalty, and meeting life directly. Elsewhere in his yearbook, he offered advice that could easily stand as a summary of his own approach to life: “Don’t listen to people who tell you that you can’t make it somewhere, just try your best and prove them wrong.”

As a student, Andrey found his purpose at �� Kent. He was a captain of the 2004 varsity hockey team that captured the New England Championship, helping establish the competitive tradition he would later return to lead. To his classmates at the time, he wrote, “I will miss this place a lot, but most of all I will miss the people here and things we did.”

The feeling was mutual. The Hillside remembered Andrey, and Andrey never stopped carrying the Hillside with him.

In 2015, he returned to �� Kent and made it his home for the next decade. During those 10 years, Andrey and Elena raised their young family here while he served the School as Head Hockey Coach, Admissions Associate, and Director of Hockey. He poured his energy and passion into the program. However, his influence is not to be measured solely by his many victories in the rink. His true legacy lives on in the hundreds of young men he prepared for the challenges of the world ahead.

Andrey demanded effort because he understood what effort had made possible in his own life. He was focused and, at times, formidable. He could be an unyielding competitor, but beneath that intensity was a man who cared deeply about his players and wanted them to discover how much they were capable of becoming. He taught them that hockey required discipline, accountability, courage, and loyalty, and that those qualities mattered even more once they stepped away from the ice.

He embodied �� Kent’s Trinity of Values, Simplicity of Life, Self-Reliance, and Directness of Purpose. He also sought to live by the words of Epictetus: “Don’t explain your philosophy. Embody it.” Andrey did. His philosophy was visible in how he worked, competed, loved his family, supported his friends, and invested himself completely in the lives of his players.

William Margel ’19 experienced Andrey’s influence first as a student-athlete and later as a colleague, when Andrey gave him his first opportunity to coach:

“There aren’t enough words to express the sadness of this tragic news. I’m heartbroken over the passing of someone who meant so much to me. He was not only an incredible hockey coach who helped shape me as a player and a person, but he was also the one who gave me my first job and believed in me when I was just getting started. I’ll always be grateful for the lessons, opportunities, memories, and impact he had on my life. His influence will stay with me both on and off the ice.Thank you for everything. You will be deeply missed and never forgotten. Rest in peace, Coach.”

For Dillon Duncan ’04, Andrey was more than a teammate and colleague. He was a lifelong friend. They arrived at �� Kent together as third formers, captained a championship team, shared the experiences of growing up, and later watched their own sons take to the ice where their friendship had begun:

“Andrey and I arrived at �� Kent as kids, freshmen together, with no idea where life would take us. Over the years, we shared countless memories, vacations, laughs, some tears, and plenty of highs and lows. Through it all, I was lucky to call him my friend. Our boys are now the same age, and just a few weeks ago, Andrey and I were standing together watching our kids skate and play in the same place where we had spent so much time playing together as kids. I never could have imagined that would be one of our last times together. Andrey was a fierce competitor, but more importantly, he was a loyal friend and a devoted family man who loved Elena and his boys deeply. I am incredibly grateful to have known him and to have shared so much of my life with him. He impacted so many people for the better. He will live on through his children, through his family, and through all of us who were fortunate enough to know him. Thank you for the laughs, the tears, and all the memories, my friend. I love you.”

Head of School Brian Sullivan reflected on the breadth of Andrey’s influence and the responsibility the �� Kent community now carries:

“Andrey’s legacy is present in the countless young men who became stronger players and better people because he believed in them. For a decade, he gave his energy, knowledge, and heart to �� Kent. But before every title he held and every team he led, Andrey was a father. He loved Elena and his boys with his whole heart. Our deepest responsibility now is to surround them with the love of this community and to ensure that his boys will always know how profoundly their father mattered. We are all family on the Hillside.”

Andrey’s sudden passing leaves an immeasurable void. Stockdale Arena will feel different. The Hillside will feel different. There will be many of us who instinctively look for him in the places where his presence once seemed permanent.

In the difficult days ahead, we will do everything we can to support Elena and the boys. We ask our community to hold them close in thought and prayer, to care gently for one another, and to respect the family’s wishes and privacy as they face a grief no family should have to bear.

Patrick Bonis, a longtime colleague and friend of Andrey and his family, offered a deeply powerful reminder for each of us when he shared:

“Please keep them in your heart and hug your loved ones as tight as you can today.”

In the Episcopal tradition of our School, grief is not something we are asked to hurry through or explain away. We mourn because we have loved, and the depth of our sorrow reflects the depth of that love. We gather, we pray, and when words fail, we carry one another. We place our trust in the promise that death does not erase a life faithfully lived, nor can it sever the bonds of love that remain.

Andrey gave so much of himself to �� Kent. He will live on in Elena and his sons; in the players and colleagues whose lives he changed; in the program he helped build; and in the memories of all who were fortunate enough to know and love him.

He will forever remain part of the Hillside.
Servant, well done.

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Henry H. Hitch ’50

haasej@southkentschool.org — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:07:21 +0000

Henry H Hitch, 94, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones in Jacksonville, FL.

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Harry was the beloved son of Joseph Delano Hitch Jr. and Katherine Dalton Hitch. He moved to the United States at the age of 5 with his family as they returned before the war. He graduated from the �� Kent “Prep” School before earning his bachelor’s degree from Harvard University. Henry went on to build a distinguished career in finance, serving as a dedicated Financial Advisor at Scudder, Stevens & Clark Inc., and later channeling his entrepreneurial spirit into founding HHH Investments.

Throughout his life, Harry established deep roots in the communities he loved, spending many meaningful years in New Canaan, Connecticut (52 years), as well as Vero Beach, Florida, and Amelia Island, Florida. He was a deeply valued member of his community, actively participating in the New Canaan Men’s Club, worshiping and taking leadership roles at the New Canaan Presbyterian Church, and contributing his time and leadership to the Rita Allen Foundation.

Harry lived life to the fullest, guided by an unwavering passion for his family, a love of travel (he and his wife Tuckie visited over 50 countries and all seven continents), and a lifelong fascination with the stock market. An avid sports enthusiast, he could frequently be found playing or watching tennis and golf.

Above all, Harry was devoted to his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 72 years, Mary Ellan “Tuckie” Hitch. He was the proud and loving father of Susan Dixon, Kiere Schroeder, Hal Hitch, and Mark Hitch. He is also survived by his dear brother, Philip Hitch. He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings.

The family requests that memorial donations be made in Henry’s name to �� (�� Kent, CT) or the Rita Allen Foundation.

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Christopher E. Merola ’77

haasej@southkentschool.org — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:59:30 +0000

On June 16, 2026, Christopher Merola entered St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT where he later succumbed to his unexpected illness at the age of 67. Chris was born in Brooklyn New York Dec. 29, 1958, to Vincent Merola and Honor Boyd. Vincent was owner of Merrill Sharpe LTD, a successful clothing manufacturer. Chris’ grandfather (Capt. James Erroll Boyd) was an early aviator and first Canadian to fly nonstop across the Atlantic Ocean. After his father’s death in 1970, Chris entered �� in �� Kent CT, graduating with the class of 1977.�� He made many lifelong friends at �� Kent and went on to attend the University of Miami as a freshman.�� Chris was an adventuresome young man and found himself in the gem business in Brazil in the early 1980’s.

He moved back to Connecticut and married Lauren Beecher. They had one son, Michael Merola.�� Chris was a man who lived on his own terms.�� He eventually went into the food delivery business as an independent contractor.�� He did so well he began wholesaling frozen food and started a company called Colonial Cuisine.�� After leaving Colonial Cuisine, Chris had his own messenger business delivering medical and financial products around the state of Connecticut.�� Chris was also author of the book, The One Who Runs and Hides, which can be found on Amazon.

Chris had many personal interests which became passions. They included international travel as well as hiking, the Minnesota Vikings, the New York Yankees, horse racing, fishing and the pursuit of Bigfoot.�� He loved nature and the outdoors.�� Chris resided at a cabin in Norfolk, Connecticut for almost a dozen years.�� He traveled extensively in Brazil and Chile, but most recently spent time in Asia. This is where he planned to retire.�� He watched many Minnesota Vikings games with his closest friend, Peter Linn.�� Chris, Peter and his family explored Antarctica together.�� Peter was with Chris when he landed a 56″ Striped Bass off the shores of Rhode Island.��

��Chris had many close friends and will be deeply missed. A small memorial service will be held at �� in 2027.

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Paul L. Abbott

haasej@southkentschool.org — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:05:25 +0000

Paul L. Abbott, 86, a longtime resident of Kent, CT, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Paul was an educator who played many different roles at his beloved �� in �� Kent, CT. He retired in 2014 after 49 years of dedicated service.

Born on September 26, 1939, in Newburgh, NY, he was the son of the late Nathaniel B. and Clara (Livingston) Abbott. Their example of unwavering devotion to teaching and interest in and respect for every member of the school community lived on in their son.

Paul grew up at the Millbrook School in Millbrook, New York. Here, under the influence of brilliant educators, his passion for teaching was ignited. The interactions between faculty families and the Millbrook boys became his model for an ideal school community.

Situated in the rolling hills of Dutchess County, Millbrook School was the ideal place for our future ecologist to thrive. Paul and his siblings explored the diverse ecosystems of the beautiful campus. He was also involved in various projects in the evolving Trevor Zoo at the school.

Paul had a natural eye for photography. He was intrigued by the subtleties involved in the printing process. Long hours in the Millbrook darkroom perfected his skills. Paul covered all school activities, from sports to visiting lecturers, cultural events, and graduations. He graduated cum laude��from Millbrook in 1957. Photography remained a lifelong hobby, and Paul built a darkroom in his Macedonia home.

At Kenyon College, Paul was enrolled in a liberal arts program. He thrived in the small classes. While he relished the new concepts learned in the arts, his passion for the logic and mysteries of science grew. He formed a deep friendship with one of his theology teachers and lasting relationships with some of the seminarians studying with him. Paul graduated cum laude��in 1961.

He received a Master of Arts in Teaching from Harvard University in 1962. Paul’s goal was to teach in a boarding school, but he also wanted to experience the public-school environment. He started his teaching career at Staples High School in Westport, CT. He then taught at Uniondale High School in Uniondale, NY. In 1965, he came to the Hillside at ��.

In the summer of 1962, a National Science Foundation Grant brought Paul to San Francisco State College, where he found Terese Wagner. He wooed her by mucking around in tide pools, swimming in the San Lorenzo River, walking among the redwoods, spending time in Carmel, and enjoying romantic evenings in San Francisco. His knowledge of poetry, deep theological discussions, commitment to family and teaching, and love of jazz won her heart. On July 4, 1964, at Holy Cross Church in Santa Cruz, CA, he married the love of his life, Terese.

Paul brought his wife and infant daughter to �� in �� Kent, CT, in the late summer of 1965. He was on duty from morning chapel services all the way through call-in at the end of the evening. He knew when the boys needed tough love or a peanut butter sandwich. He sympathized with them when they were sent home and rejoiced with them in both small and great achievements. He taught with great energy and love and lived by both the Millbrook School motto, “Not for One’s Self, But for All,” and ��’s Trinity of Values: “Simplicity of Life, Self-Reliance, and Directness of Purpose.”

Following the example of his father at Millbrook School, Paul epitomized the best of boarding school teachers, wearing many hats with distinction. He was a master science teacher and served as Dean of Students, college guidance counselor, advisor, coach, business manager, Ambassador Program Director, and, at the end of his career, Senior Master.

Paul loved the beautiful town of Kent and felt compelled to give back to the community. He enjoyed politics and ran for Second Selectman at one time. The race was a close one. Following a recount, he was determined to have lost by a single vote. He also served on the Inland Wetlands Commission, the Zoning Board, and the Kent Center School Scholarship Committee.

Wanting to increase his knowledge and enrich his teaching, Paul spent several summers studying under National Science Foundation grants. In 1966, he and his young family headed to Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. In the summer of 1968, he studied at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. During the summers of 1971 and 1972, Paul and Terese loaded their VW bus with food, clothing, paper, crayons, books, games, and their two young daughters, destined for California. Pulling a pop-up camper over the mountains was quite the adventure. Luckily, gas was selling for $.19 a gallon. He spent 1971 at NASA and 1972 at Stanford University. At the time, researchers were making massive advances in computing and analyzing data from the moon landing. The dinner table conversations were fascinating.

Paul was present at 49 Prize Day ceremonies honoring �� Kent students. This included his daughters, Kate (1982) and Ruth (1984). For a brief period in the 1970s and 1980s, �� Kent opened its doors to local girls as day students. Paul’s final year at �� Kent coincided with the graduation of his grandson, Corey Greenberg (2014).

The dedication of the 1971 yearbook honored Paul and read:

“If there are perfect people in the world, then Mr. Abbott is one of them. He is an excellent teacher, advisor, and friend. In his classroom, anyone who has the slightest desire to learn, learns. Late in the night, sitting in his living room, he can make the days and weeks you have spent worthwhile and make the days ahead seem even more exciting than you thought possible.”

�� established the Paul and Terese Abbott Cup more than two decades ago. It is awarded to a one-year postgraduate student who, during his time at ��, most embodies the principles of the School. This year’s recipient will be attending Suffolk University in the fall.

In addition to his loving wife, Paul is survived by two daughters, Kate Abbott of Fairfax, VA, and Elizabeth Ruth Greenberg and her husband, Elliot, of Kent, CT. He is also survived by a brother, Donald B. Abbott of North Andover, MA, and a sister, Betsy Elkins of Syracuse, NY. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Sebastian, Joaquin, and Jacian Perez; Dillon Greenberg and his wife, Catherine; Kyle Greenberg and his wife, Kristen; and Corey Greenberg and his wife, Krystal; as well as a great-grandson, Paul James Greenberg.

A memorial service at St. Michael’s Chapel at �� will be announced in the fall.

In remembrance of Paul’s life and service, the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to �� to establish the Paul Abbott Fund for Faculty Development. Gifts may be made online through the School’s giving page��or sent directly to ��, 40 Bulls Bridge Road, �� Kent, CT 06785. Please designate “Paul Abbott” when making your gift.

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Lawrence H. Jenkins ’74

haasej@southkentschool.org — Sat, 02 May 2026 18:25:51 +0000

Passed away in May 2026.

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Nicholas A. Hill ’63

haasej@southkentschool.org — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 20:55:54 +0000

March 26th, 1945 – February 14, 2026

Nicholas Adams Hill, 80, passed away on February 14th, 2026 in . A longtime resident of , he had moved to New Jersey six weeks prior to be closer to family. Nick married Silvia “Bibi” Freyre Hill, his wife of nearly 50 years, on June 21, 1975. He was the proud father of Magdalena (Maña) and Alison Hill and loving grandfather to Alina and Javier Ravinet.

Born in , to Benjamin Douglas Hill and Mary Dingman Hill, Nick was raised in Greenwich, Connecticut. Throughout his life, he spoke fondly of outdoor adventures in Meads Point, where he, his two older brothers, “Benji” and “Timmy,” and his younger sister, Maria, grew up. He relished his time exploring the woods, swimming and fishing in the Long Island Sound, and discovering the wonders of nature.

Nick attended �� and Moravian College, where he excelled at sports, including ice hockey and tennis. He proudly served three years in the U.S. Army at posts in Frankfurt, Germany and San Antonio, Texas. He was moved by having had the opportunity to provide support to wounded soldiers. Following his military service, he built a career in public relations, which included two decades with Marriott International.

For nearly 40 years, he lived with rheumatoid arthritis. He faced the pain and limitations quietly and gracefully, and was admired for his non-complaining attitude.

He is remembered as kind, friendly and easy-going, one who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, including good food, cocktails, sun, and salt water. His whiskey sours and peanut butter and jelly “fold” sandwiches live on.

Nick leaves behind a family who misses him: his daughters, Alison Hill and her husband Jake Livingston, and Maña Hill and her husband Andres Ravinet; his grandchildren, Alina and Javier Ravinet; his brother, Timothy G. Hill; and all of his nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held in May. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Nick’s memory to the Rheumatology Research Foundation, which advances research and training that improves the health of patients living with rheumatic diseases. http://www.rheumresearch.org

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Michael Corrigan ’64

haasej@southkentschool.org — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:07:25 +0000

The Reverend Michael Corrigan of Colrain MA, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on Feb 1, 2026 at the age of 80. Born in Baltimore MD to Bishop Daniel and Elizabeth Corrigan, he grew up in St. Paul, MN, Denver, CO and New York City.

Informed by his parents’ dedicated works of civil disobedience and gender equality in the Episcopal Church, Michael spent his early adult years at Columbia University, there he protested the Vietnam war, served on the Strike Coordinating Committee during the historic, student-led University shutdown of 1968, and volunteered at St. Stephen and the Incarnation in Washington DC.

Fortified by these experiences, Michael sought a career in the ministry. He graduated from the Episcopal Theological School in Cambridge, MA and was ordained by Bishop Paul Moore at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. He served first as curate at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Lake Forest, IL and shortly thereafter became rector at Church of the Good Shepherd in Granite Spring, NY.

Michael then moved to the Boston area where he served first as chaplain at Boston University, then as rector at St. John’s Church in Westwood, MA, and finally as rector at Church of Our Savior in Brookline, MA, where he faithfully and tirelessly served for 17 years. Michael’s vision for Church of Our Savior was that of a thriving, multigenerational community, built on a dedication to the Gospel, Christian intellectualism, education, and acts of service and kindness. The lives and families he touched during his ministry there will always be a part of the church’s legacy.

Upon his retirement from Church of Our Savior, Michael was appointed chaplain at the Northfield Mount Hermon School in Gill, MA. Drawing from the deep love he had for his own boarding school experience, he enthusiastically taught, coached, mentored, and ministered both teacher and student alike, reinvigorating the church’s role in the community of NMH.

Michael served as a trustee for his beloved alma mater the �� as well as Hebron Academy. In 2001, Michael provided counseling and spiritual guidance to survivors and responders at Ground Zero in the aftermath of 9/11. In his retirement, he was an active member of St. John’s Church in Ashfield, MA, where he was assistant treasurer and served on the liturgy and mission committees. He also traveled widely, from Machu Picchu to Rome, sang in the Greenfield Community College Chorus, relished his daily runs and was an avid Boston University hockey fan.

Michael Corrigan was a remarkable and giving father, husband, partner, friend, confidant, and healer. His compassion, warmth, and infectious humor is deeply loved and missed. Michael is survived by his adored partner, Nancy Boyd; his children; Nell Waters, Sam, James, and Patrick Corrigan; and grandchildren; Max, Luke, and Logan Bernegger, Sienna, Fiona, and Celine Corrigan; he is also survived by his daughters-in-law; Alexandra Pirozzi and Julia Corrigan; loved co-parent Sylvia Robinson Corrigan, mother of Nell and Sam and his many beloved nieces and nephews. Michael is predeceased by his loving and devoted wife of 35 years and parent of James and Patrick, Patricia Corrigan; his brothers, David, Robert, Daniel, Patrick, and John Corrigan, as well as his parents Bishop Daniel and Elizabeth Corrigan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Church in Ashfield, MA.

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Boylston A. Beal II ’54

haasej@southkentschool.org — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:48:56 +0000

Boylston A. “Bo” Beal II,��90 years old of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully on Jan. 27, 2026.

Bo, as he was called, was born October 19,1935 in Cambridge, MA. He was a son of the late Reverend James Holland Beal and Georgette Appleton Binney Beal. He was a graduate of �� in �� Kent, CT. Bo continued his education at Duke University enrolling in a college program to prepare students for a career in Religion Ministry. Part of his education also included joining the Marine Corps for 3 years being stationed in Cherry Point, NC.

It was now time for Bo to start a career. He was affiliated with Raytheon Corporation’s Human Resources division in Massachusetts and Portsmouth for 12 years. Bo then went onto becoming a successful Human Resource Consultant with Costello, Erdlen and Co. His clients included USFG Corp, Hasbro Inc. and Coleco Inc. Bo was a respected business professional and a humanitarian, he never forgot the human side of the business. He served as President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the Association for Training and Development.

Bo and Edna met at a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Newport and were married July 28,1985 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Portsmouth. They were married for 40 wonderful years and if any of you ever asked Bo what made him pop the question, he would say The White Dress!!!

Bo was an avid sailor growing up in the Salters Point area of �� Dartmouth, MA. He spent many years on various types of sailboats and many sailing adventures. He was also an avid golfer belonging to Wanumetonomy Golf and Country Club for over 40 years. He was a member of the Funny Swingers weekend morning golf group, The One O Clockers, Cappy’s group, and the Sunday Couples group.

During his time at Wanumetonomy he worked with various boards to help make the club a great place. A proud time at Wanumetonomy for Bo was obtaining 2 holes-in-one. Bo and Edna had the good fortune to spend over 20 years playing golf and making many new friends in Pinehurst, NC. What he enjoyed about the game of golf was at the end of the game there were always good stories which would put a finish to a great day.

He was an ardent reader of history. He maintained over 1,000 books in his own library. Bo made friends everywhere he went. One of Bo’s traits was his kindness to all he met regardless of their position, and he took time to listen to each individual.

Bo is survived by his wife Edna R. Beal, daughters Heather Adams Beal (Scott), Holli Beal Mckinnon (Sean), sister Joanna Darrow Beal Stephens, granddaughter Jordyn Elizabeth McKinnon, and grandson Boylston Adams McKinnon. Bo also leaves many nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased in death by his son Boylston Adams Beal III, his father, Reverend James Holland Beal, his mother Georgette Appleton Binney Beal, his brother James Holland Beal, Jr, and his sister Nina Appleton Beal Gelette.

The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to all those who cared for Bo and offered support during his final days.

A funeral service will be held Friday, Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 324 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI.

In remembrance of Bo, whose favorite color was red, guests are welcome to wear a touch of red in his honor.

Burial will be private.

Donations may be made to Button Hole, 1 Button Hole Drive, Ste #1, Providence, RI 02909, Edward King Senior Center, 35 King St, Newport, RI 02840, or to the Middletown Senior Center, 650 Green End Ave., Middletown, RI 02842.

Any correspondence to the family may be mailed to the Beal Family, PO Box 4263, Middletown, RI 02842.

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Craig M. Ehleider ’68

haasej@southkentschool.org — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 19:30:03 +0000

Craig Ehleider passed away peacefully on January 3rd surrounded by close friends and family after losing his battle to cancer. Craig was born in Poughkeepsie in 1949 and graduated from �� Kent school where he starred on both the football and rowing teams. He continued his passion for sports and physical activity at Colorado College, where he played on the football team and competed in golden gloves boxing. Upon graduation, Craig started his career in the fitness industry where he managed several fitness centers out west before finally settling in New Jersey as the founder and CEO of several of his own fitness facilities. Craig was a true pioneer and innovator in the industry and used his vast knowledge in both physical and mental well-being to change many peoples’ lives. He is survived by his 2 sisters Anne Kainen of NH and Beth Savage of VT as well as his long time girlfriend Bridgette Cassidy of NJ. A private ceremony will be held for close family and friends at a later date.��

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Philip R. B. McMaster ’48

haasej@southkentschool.org — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:42:51 +0000

Dr. Philip R. B. McMaster, 95, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully and surrounded by immediate family on December 11, 2025. A devoted husband and father, he was an insatiably curious scientist, medical researcher, and psychiatrist, an inveterate sailor and an indefatigable painter.

Phil was born on February 19, 1930, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and graduated from ��, Princeton University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.�� As an intern at New York Hospital, he met Elizabeth (Betsy) Wilkins, a social worker, and the two were married in 1958. Following Phil’s training in immunology, he and Betsy lived for two wonderful years in Paris while he worked at the Pasteur Institute. They made many life-long friendships there, and adventures traveling throughout France in a dilapidated convertible Citroën provided a lifetime of stories.

Returning to the United States, Phil pursued his passion for laboratory research for decades at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, where he also completed a residency in clinical pathology, the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta and Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University in Providence. Always eager to master new subjects, he later did another residency in psychiatry at Brown and spent the remainder of his career in practice at area clinics. Working with patients in these settings gave him great satisfaction and proved a perfect match for his scientific mind, quietly outgoing nature, and ability to see the world in unconventional ways.

Phil was never happier than on a boat under sail. He and Betsy joked that they owned a sailboat before they ever considered purchasing a home, and they spent many weekends and vacations sailing the Chesapeake and the coast of New England. Georgia’s barrier islands and Kennebunk, Maine, were two places Phil had deep family roots and visited often, and he and Betsy adored spending summers in Kennebunk where they frequently hosted grandchildren, extended family and innumerable friends. Phil was also an avid artist, painting throughout his adult life and trying his hand at everything from ceramics to printmaking. His favorite subject was the sea, and dozens of his paintings adorned the walls of his home. He was a long-time member of the Providence Art Club, where he was known to take many classes at once. A true polymath and always eager to meet new people and help others, he led an active, independent life, reading voraciously, hosting guests, visiting family, traveling, painting, and making plans for the future until just days before passing.

Phil is deeply missed by a wide circle of family and friends. Predeceased by his beloved wife Betsy, he is survived by his son Charley and his wife Debbie of Pepperell, Massachusetts; his son Joseph and his wife Gretchen Sinnett of Melrose, Massachusetts; and his grandchildren Caroline (Callie), Benjamin and Iain, his sister Gail Alling of York, Maine, and dozens of relatives.

A memorial service will be held at St. Martin’s Church at 50 Orchard Ave. in Providence on February 21, 2026 at 11:00am with a reception to follow in the Great Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions can be made to St. Martin’s in Phil’s memory.

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