Malone Alumni News

  Congratulations to Julia '21 and James '21 Kontur of the arrival of their baby boy, Augustine (Auggie) Kontur! Auggie arrived on June 21st at 10:12 pm! The Pioneer community is praying for continued blessings and grace as you adjust to life with your new little one.

  Congratulations to Josh '10 and Abby '19 McManaway on the arrival of their baby girl, Haley Taylor McManaway on June 20th as they became a family of 5! Haley came into the world weighing 7 lbs. and was 19 inches long. Welcome to the Pioneer family Haley; the Pioneer community is praying for continued blessings and grace as you adjust to life with your new little one!

  Marcy Patton '79 retired on June 27th after 45 years of service in the counseling field, most notably serving as the executive director of the Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board. Marcy found joy in fulfillment in making a difference in the lives of those she interacted with during her career.  Marcy is ready for the next season of her life, which will include traveling with her family and continuing to stay involved in her church. Marcy had a special passion for first responder wellness and faith-based collaboratives in her community. We congratulate Marcy on a very successful and impactful career serving her church, community, and world and wish her nothing but the best in this next stage of her life. To read the full article on Marcy's retirement, click here .

  Judith Ann Doerschuk,  December 7, 1941 to June 9, 2025, passed away peacefully under the compassionate care of Bethany Nursing Home and Crossroads Hospice.  As a graduate of Osnaburg Township High School, Malone University, and the University of Akron, Judith taught at Plain Local Schools as an elementary and Title I teacher until her retirement in 2003. Judith was an accomplished pianist and was known professionally throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s as “Judy Lane”, playing piano at Mergus, The Pewter Mug, Four Winds and Bender’s restaurants.  We send our prayers to the family of Judy during this difficult time. To read the full obituary, click here .

  Alec P. Mylan, 83, of Hermitage, previously North Fort Myers, FL, and Poland, OH, passed away Friday morning, June 13, 2025, in his home. Alec  attended Malone College, Canton, OH, where he earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Alec retired from General Motors after 43 years of employment, starting as a clerk in the press room and working his way up to General Supervisor of the press room.  Alec enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, boating, and skiing. He enjoyed watching car racing, especially Tony Stewart, and rooting for the Cleveland Browns and The Ohio State University Buckeyes. We pray for the family of Alec during this difficult time. To read the full obituary, click here .