In Memorium

We are saddened to share that John B. Wolgamot passed away on November, 22, 2022. John was just 64 years old. John is survived by his wife Nancy and 4 children; Katherine Wolgamot, Megan Clelan, Erin Torrissi and John William Wolgamot.

John grew up in Moorestown, NJ and was a 1976 graduate of Moorestown High School, where he was heavily recruited for wrestling anf football. John chose to attend Lock Haven University. He was a member of the 1979 PSAC Championship team.

John worked in the beverage industry for over 40 years. He enjoyed being outside, working in his garden, riding his tractor and moving his wood pile from one location to another.

John’s greatest legacy was being a fabulous husband, great father and father-in-law and a tremendous “Bud” to his grandchildren and a good friend.

John will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Rob McCauley (L) and Bruno DiMartile (R)

Sad to report that we lost Rob McCauley today. He passed this morning. Rob was center during 1979-1982. Rob not only was a good player in his day, he later was a huge donor to Lock Haven University and benefactor of the Bruno DiMartile Scholarship. Rob is pictured here with his best friend, Bruno. They are together again. RIP Rob.

RIP Jeff, the Big Red of the O-Line in 1977.

Jeffrey C. Stefanowicz, 65 of Winchester, VA passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at his home.

Jeff was born in 1956 in Sharon, PA the son of the late Joseph and Audrey Stefanowicz. He was a graduate of Lock Haven University where he received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Computer Science. Jeff worked as a government IT Contractor and retired in 2014 from Accenture. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed traveling all over on hunting trips. Jeff enjoyed cooking and loved a good wine. He loved watching all kinds of sports and especially loved spending time with his four granddaughters.

He married Laurie Hopkins on June 30, 1979 in Canisteo, NY.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Laurie; daughter, Kristen Mistler (Anthony) of Richmond, VA; son, Robert “Bobby” Stefanowicz (Katherine) of Cross Junction, VA; grandchildren, Madisyn, Evelyn, Sadie and Emily; brothers, Joe Stefan and Randy Stefanowicz.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Stefanowicz.

All services for Jeff will be private.

Dr. Cox was a 1955 graduate of East Stroudsburg University where he obtained his B.S. degree in health and physical education. He served active duty in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1956 and retired in 1985 from the USAR as a Colonel after over 32 years of service. On Sept. 19, 1957 in California he married Glenda G. Garrett, who preceded him in death on July 12, 2012.

He furthered his health and physical education degree by obtaining his M.S. degree from the University of Washington in 1960 and then his M.A. degree in elementary education from the California State University at Northridge in 1961. He concluded his education at the University of Washington where he obtained his EdD. degree in curriculum and instruction.

Dr. Cox was an avid sports participant, coach and international advocate. He began his sports career at East Stroudsburg University where he was a three sport letterer between 1951 and 1955. In 1956 he represented the U.S. Olympic Wrestling Team and was a finalist in both freestyle and Greco-Roman.

Although his accomplishments are unprecedented as an athlete, his true legacy lies in the impact he had following. He obtained a 225-94-6 record as a wrestling coach over his 25 year career, which concluded at Lock Haven University from 1970 to 1979. During his coaching career he coached 16 NAIA All-Americans, three Olympians, eight National Champions and numerous NCAA All-Americans. More recently Dr. Cox became involved in the LHU Boxing Club and was the team manager of the 1996 U.S. Olympic boxing team.

Following his tremendous coaching career, Dr. Cox was recognized by numerous organizations and institutions. He was inducted into several “Hall-of-Fame” clubs; including East Stroudsburg University in 1989, PA Wrestling Coaches in 1991, PA Sport Clinton County Chapter in 1993 and Lock Haven University in 1996. In addition, he received the St. Petersburg “Medal of Leningrad” in 1988, the New York Athletic Club “Sports Achievement Award” in 1995 and the “Rocky Marciano Champions Award” from the American Association for the Improvement of Boxing in 1996.

Dr. Cox took great pride in his academic achievements as well. As an LHU professor, he received the “Outstanding Professional Employee” award in 1990. He was selected to the “Who’s Who in American Education” in 1993 and the “Fellow of the International Biographical Association” from Cambridge, England in 1994. He authored over 500 journal articles for professional publications.

Paul Lawrence Rusko, 86 Passed away on December 16, 2020. He graduated from Lock Haven Teachers College in 1957.

Paul was both a wrestler and football player for Lock Haven State Teachers College. He was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and achieved a Lifetime Achievement Award for Wrestling.

Paul was a teacher, coach and administrator for 33 years. Paul served in the United States Army and received an honorable discharge. He was married to his loving wife, Barbara for 63 years. They enjoyed traveling and visiting numerous countries around the world. They had a special fondness for Ocean City, MD and Assateague Island.

Paul will be sadly missed by all who knew him.