Malone Alumni News

Samuel Herbert '10, 39, passed away on November 2, 2026. Born on September 8, 1987, in Brunswick, Ohio, to Mark and Pam Herbert, Sam was a 2006 graduate of Brunswick High School. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from Malone University, where he participated in intramural sports and was involved in the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). Sam built a career in technology, working as an IT consultant at FirstEnergy before becoming a courier for FedEx in Chesterland. He loved his job, especially the people and dogs he encountered along his delivery route. Known for his generous heart, Sam never hesitated to help a friend or stranger. He was incredibly knowledgeable, could talk about nearly any subject, and even became fluent in Spanish while living in Panama. He also enjoyed giving back to his community, volunteering regularly and working the polls year after year. Sam will be remembered for his incredible sense of humor, unbeliev...

  Taylor Lehmiller '16 has been promoted to assistant vice president at First Federal in recognition of her experience, leadership and continued contributions to the organization. Taylor graduated from Malone in 2016, majoring in both Marketing Management and Organizational Management. She has also continued her professional development through the 2020 Leadership Tuscarawas program and the Ohio Bankers League Bank Leadership Institute. She has been with First Federal for 14 years, holding several positions including customer service representative, special projects manager, cash management support supervisor and deposit operations manager. She was previously promoted to banking officer in October 2024. In her expanded role as assistant vice president, Taylor will oversee the cash management department, including its advisers and support team, helping ensure continued support and service for First Federal’s customers. Congratulations to Taylor on this accomplishment! The Pioneer co...

  Joyce Hamilton, 84, of Irmo, South Carolina, entered the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. A devoted Christian, Joyce loved Jesus deeply and strived to reflect His love through kindness and compassion. She was respected and cherished by all who knew her, especially her beloved family, who brought her great joy. Born April 3, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, Joyce was the daughter of the late David and Alice (Masters) Miller. She graduated from Glenwood High School in 1960, earned a degree in elementary education from Malone University in 1964, and graduated from Roosevelt University in Chicago in 1968. Joyce devoted more than 30 years to teaching elementary school in Ohio, Illinois, and South Carolina before retiring in 2003. She was a member of Riverland Hills Baptist Church in Irmo and Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority. She also spent many years teaching women's Bible study groups and sharing her faith with others. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, ...