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Ed and Charlotte Lochstampfor (’53) The book, “While
There’s Still Time,” is an account of Ed and Charlotte’s journey
to Upper Volta (Burkina Faso) and Guinea in West Africa when
they served with SIM. The trip was one of challenges and
struggles, but also filled with the joy of seeing God change
lives.
Dan Goldsmith (’57) was raised in a family that loved the
Lord and loved to laugh. These two loves are evident in his
latest book, “Jump Start Your Day.” The format of the book
incorporates humor with a devotional thought from Scripture.
Dan and his wife Leona live in Canada.
Harty and Marjorie Harris (’60) Schmaehl sold their country
inn in Southern California and have opened a new restaurant
and inn in the small town of Kamiah, Idaho on the Nez Perce
Indian reservation. The business provides employment for the
area where they have had many opportunities to share God’s
love. They also serve on the advisory council for the governor
of Idaho.
David (’76) and Mary Foster live in Raleigh, North Carolina.
David retired from an engineering career in 2014, then began
serious study of oil painting in 2004. He co-founded Waverly
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Artists Group in 2011. They have two children; Kate and
Christine.
Joe Fera (’77) lives in Poolesville, Maryland and has been
a professional Christian clown for 25 years. For 10 years he
and his clown friends ministered by singing hymns at nursing
homes. For the past 15 years he has been doing birthday
parties, balloon twisting, face painting and tattoos for children.
Paul Copan (’84) and Robertson McQuilkin (’47), have
joined together to update McQuilkin’s 1989 book on ethics.
The new book, “An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in
the Way of Wisdom,” offers a clear and compelling account
of an evangelical Protestant understanding of biblical ethics.
Mark (’87) and Tina (’86) Mast live in Rainy River,
Ontario and have served with One Hope Canada (formerly
CSSM Ministries) for 29 years. They minister to the “otherwise
unreached” through Bible camps, vacation Bible schools,
wilderness canoe trips, discipleship/mentoring programs,
preaching, short-term mission trips to Guatemala and much
more. Mark also pastors two churches.
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At age 105, Ottie Roberson (’32) is still
sharp, vibrant, funny and spunky with a smile
that will melt your heart. She lives in West
Columbia, South Carolina, and recently
chatted with Assistant Director of Alumni
Relations, Peggy Lee Manoogian, recalling
fond memories of her days at CIU, known
then as Columbia Bible College.
In 1931, Ottie “followed” her boyfriend, Bob Roberson (’32), by
enrolling at Columbia Bible College where he was a student.
She had known him since childhood growing up in Lexington
County, South Carolina and in her own words, “We were SO
in love.” But the Dean of Women, Mrs. Clara Walker, was strict
and did not allow the students to date, hold hands, or go
places unchaperoned. With a grin, Ottie said Bob would find a
way to get close to her dorm.
“Bob worked in grounds keeping, and would make every
opportunity to ride the lawn mower close to the Colonia Hotel
where I would sneak out just to see him,” Ottie said. “I don’t
remember too much about the classes, because Bob was in my
class and I would just stare at him.” Again she repeated, “We
were SO in love.”
Ottie and Bob were married by CBC Dean of Men, John
Hehl (’26), in 1932, had four children, and served for over 50
years in South Carolina and Virginia. Bob was a pastor while
Ottie played the piano and organ, taught Sunday school and
supported her husband in his ministry.
Ottie reflected on those responsible for making CIU what it is
today. She knew one of CIU’s founding Praying Ladies, Emily
Dick and recalls that she was a serious person who took life very
seriously.
She also remembers CIU’s first president R.C. McQuilkin and his
wife Marguerite. “They were fine people. I would look forward
to hearing him in Chapel. He was such a great speaker.” With
tears in her eyes, she said, “Mrs. McQuilkin was so kind to me,
she saw that I didn’t have shoes fit to wear as a student, so she
went and bought me shoes. I loved her very much.”
When CIU’s Alumni Office first telephoned Ottie for an
interview, she was unavailable – away on a camping trip. Ottie
beamed as she later explained that the Roberson family loved
to camp and yes, she still goes camping, even at age 105.
Ottie’s life verse is Romans 8:28.
And we know that all things work together for good to
those who love God, to those who are called according to
His purpose.
After 105 years, Ottie probably knows something about that.
Happy 105th Birthday to CIU’s Oldest Alumna, Ottie Roberson
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