Carolyn and Tommie E.
Lohman ’59
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Houston, TX
Tommie Lohman ’59 graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science degree in petroleum engineering. Upon graduation, Tommie was initially employed with Pan American Petroleum Corp.; however most of his career was spent with Texas Oil & Gas Corp. In 1988, he formed Taurus Energy Corp., a private company that was later merged with a public company. Tommie is a past president of the 12th Man Foundation and is a past chair of the College of Engineering External Advisory Council for Texas A&M.
Carolyn Lohman graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor degree in education and later earned a Master of Arts degree in counseling and clinical psychology at Southern Methodist University. She currently serves as vice chair of the One Spirit One Vision Campaign and chairs the College of Education portion of that campaign. The Lohmans have also supported Texas A&M monetarily through gifts to the 12th Man Foundation, the College of Education, the College of Engineering as well as through a Presidential Endowed Scholarship.
We believe the future of our state and nation hinges on developing an educated population, particularly leaders. We also believe our most valuable resource is our young people. It gives us great satisfaction to invest in the future through impacting these youthful lives in meaningful ways. An education obtained at Texas A&M has made all the difference in our lives and we believe it will have a similar influence on the thousands of students who place their faith in the education system of Texas A&M. Carolyn’s Dad was an Aggie, class of ’40, the first of his family to graduate college. He instilled in her the value of education and a love of Texas A&M. Tommie’s dad encouraged him to attend A&M rather than OU because of his belief that the values instilled at this university would serve him as well as the excellent education he had the opportunity to acquire here. Our life experiences have proven them both correct. We want to enable other young people to have the same type opportunities. Education changes lives and shapes the future. We love the idea as well the actual experience of witnessing that happening regularly here at A&M. For all of us, what could be a better investment of our resources than having the opportunity to do that?
Barbara B. ’73 and Col. (Ret.) James G.
McKnight ’59
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Kingwood, TX
James graduated from A&M with a BBA and in 1970 a MBA. He spent 30 years in the Army, serving in seven Divisions and was the G-4 for a Division, Corps and Field Army. Other assignments included service in the Office of the Army Chief of Staff and at the U.S. Military Academy. Awards include two Legions of Merit, two Purple Hearts, four Meritorious Service Medals, six Army Commendation Medals, the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and the Special Forces Tab. James’ second career culminated as a Vice President of KBR. Barbara completed her BBA in 1973. She was a volunteer for numerous youth, church and service activities both domestically and overseas. She was also a program coordinator for the University of Southern California’s graduate program.
Pat and Don
Moore ’59
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Georgetown, TX
Don Moore ’59 graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering. Upon graduation, he served active duty in the United States Air Force for three years. In 1962, he joined Chevron and worked 15 years in various engineering and management positions. In 1977, he joined the Gruy Companies in Dallas and subsequently worked for several Dallas-based independent oil and gas firms before retiring in 2002. Today, Don serves as director of an energy industry equipment-manufacturing firm.
My Dad attended A&M for a short period during WWI under a government funded officer candidate program. The program was terminated when the war ended and my Dad had to drop out of A&M for financial reasons. But he always loved the school and I knew that he wanted me to attend A&M. Although I initially planned to go to TU, and my Dad had agreed to this, his love of A&M ultimately convinced me to attend A&M. His subtle influence led me to make the correct decision on where to go to college.
Erle
Nye ’59
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Dallas, TX
Erle A. Nye ’59 is the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer for Texas Utilities Company (TXU Corp) in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, received a J.D. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1965, and a Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa from the Baylor College of Dentistry in 1996. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Regents for the Texas A&M University System as well as Chairman of the Electric Power Research Institute.
At A&M, I received a first-rate engineering education, but more significant was the concepts of service, commitment, duty, loyalty, and leadership that were ancillary to the experience. Texas A&M University has had a profoundly beneficial impact on my life. I owe the University a debt I can never repay. I have tried to be of assistance where I can. I understand the importance of The Association and I wanted to help.
Vola and Fred A.
Palmer ’59
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Godley, TX
Fred A. Palmer graduated with Bachelor of Science degrees in both Wildlife Science and Veterinary Science. In 1969 he earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. After holding associate veterinary positions in two small animal clinics, he owned and operated Brown Trail Animal Clinic in Bedford, Texas, for 21 years. He served as President of the Association of Former Students, as well as a member of the Executive Committee of the 12th Man Foundation. He presently is Chairman of the Development Council for the College of Veterinary Medicine.
I believe that my entire attitude, philosophy, ethic, sphere of friendships and business success is related to my being an Aggie.
Jean H. and Robert T.
Pfeuffer ’59
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New Braunfels, TX
Robert Pfeuffer graduated from Texas A&M in 1959 and has been a Gold Century Club member since 2001. Being an Aggie has given him “a sense of belonging to the world’s greatest university alumni association.” Pfeuffer is a senior district judge and is a founding member and the first president of Hill Country Orchid Society of New Braunfels.
The Pfeuffer family has had a long relationship with Texas A&M. This relationship dates back to Robert Pfeuffer’s great-grandfather, Senator George Pfeuffer, for whom Pfeuffer Hall was named. He was appointed to Texas A&M’s Board of Directors in 1879 and Board Chairman in 1885. Robert Pfeuffer’s grandfather, U.S. Pfeuffer, graduated from Texas A&M in 1891 and his father, Tug S. Pfeuffer, in 1930. Pfeuffer’s children are Michael ’86 and David ’87 and his grandchildren are Erika ’18 and Katie ’19.
Claudia and Roderick D.
Stepp ’59
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Fort Worth, TX
Rod Stepp served as CEO and President of M&M Manufacturing Company and as a Geophysicist for Pan American Petroleum. He has served his alma mater as a Past President of the Fort Worth A&M Club, Class Agent, Vice President of The Association of Former Students and the 12th Man Foundation Board.
Joan and S. Wayne
Adamik ’58
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Plano, TX
S. Wayne received his BBA in Building Projects Marketing in 1959 from Texas A&M. He began his career as an insurance agent in 1960 and founded Third Party Administrators, Inc. in 1974. Wayne is on the Board of Directors for the Garland Chamber of Commerce, a Lakeside Rotary member and in the Knights of Columbus.
H. Grady
Ash, Jr. ’58
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Tulsa, OK
It’s my bottom-line policy,” said Grady Ash’58. “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” That’s what Ash said he was thinking when he made the decision to join the Endowed Century Club. “Besides, I like A&M,” he said. “I like Aggies.” There’s something special about Aggies, he said. It’s in the way they shake your hand—“Aggies shake hard,” he said. They say what they mean and mean what they say, and they have a solid military past, present and future. “Here’s the main thing,” he said. “Everyone has a hero. For me, my heroes have always been of the military type.” Because of A&M’s strong patriotic and military tradition, “I’ve always seen A&M as something special.”
So when high school graduation came, and college was the next step, “I wanted to be an Aggie in Aggieland,” he said. So, that’s what he did, and—in the process of earning degrees in mechanical engineering and business administration—picked up a series of skill sets that would help him successfully grow his own company. He is the owner of AG Equipment Co. However, before starting that endeavor, Ash served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1954. “Got to respond to the flag,” he said. “I was born a Texas Aggie and derive a lot of satisfaction on helping others,” he said, especially when he can help students “go for the gusto,” and join the Aggie family. He has an arsenal of memories from his time at A&M, but his favorite is when his hard work paid off and he graduated. He was the first from his family to attend and graduate from Texas A&M, and he’s dedicated to making sure others who have a love for his school, get the chance to experience it.
George W.
Doering ’58
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Greeley, CO
George Doering served as President and CEO of ConAgra, Inc. After starting out as a self employed consulting entomologist, he spent several years with Monsanto Chemical Co. Doerling is Founder and President of Balcom Chemicals, Inc. and President of United Agri Products.
J. Louis
Frank ’58
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Sugarland, TX
J. Louis Frank served as President of Marathon Petroleum Company and has held nearly every field and drilling position in his 30-year career with the company. He supervised operations in Alaska, Indonesia and Ireland and is an expert in the supply, transportation, refining and marketing of petroleum products.
Jon L.
Hagler ’58
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Dover, MA
Hagler received a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics in 1958 and earned a master’s of Business Administration from Harvard University in 1963. As a student, he served as a Ross Volunteer and was Corps of Cadets commander his senior year. Hagler has managed mutual funds for numerous investment firms but mostly recently for Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co., LLC of which he is a Partner. He currently serves on The Association of Former Students Board of Directors.
Janice and William W.
Hanna ’58
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Wichita, KS
Bill Hanna was named President of Koch Industries, Inc. in 1987. He started his career with Sunray DX in Tulsa, Oklahoma and then joined Koch industries in 1968. He was appointed to Executive Vice President Energy Group in 1981 and was elected to the Board of Directors in 1984. Hanna also served on the Texas A&M College of Engineering External Advisory and Development Council and the Nucleus Fund Committee for the Texas A&M University Campaign.
Patricia and Stormy
Kimrey ’58
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San Angelo, TX
Stormy Kimrey graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering and was Senior Resident Engineer with the Texas Highway Department until he founded SK Engineering in 1977. The Past President of the San Angelo A&M Club served on the boards of The Association of Former Students and the 12th Man Foundation. Pat Kimrey is actively involved in church and civic activities and a member of San Angelo A&M Mother’s Club.
Sue and Jack G.
Leach ’58
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Groesbeck, TX
Jack Leach is a retired Petroleum Engineer, Supervisor and Manager of Marathon Oil Company. He graduated from Texas A&M in 1958 with a B.S. degree in petroleum engineering.
Warren H.
Roberts ’58
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Arlington, TX
Warren Roberts retired after 20 years as a principal in Priester Supply Company after previously working with Southwestern Bell for 10 years. He is a past president of the Dallas Electric Club and a member of the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers.
Bob J.
Surovik ’58
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Abilene, TX
Bob Surovik graduated from Texas A&M with a B.B.A. degree in accounting and a J.D. degree from the University of Texas Law School. In 1963 he commenced his law practice in Abilene, Texas, where he is now President of McMahon, Surovik, Suttle, Buhrmann, Hicks, Gill & Cannon, P.C. Bob is a former president of the Abilene A&M Club, is a founding member of the Texas A&M Foundation’s Planned Giving Council, and served for six years on the Board of Directors for The Association of Former Students, having been President in 2001.
Marjorie and Charles
Swearingen, Jr. ’58
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Georgetown, TX
Charles Swearingen served in the U.S. Air Force as a Radar/Electronics Technician from 1951 to 1855. After he earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering, he was a Communications Systems Design Engineer with the CIA, worked for Collins Radio Company, LTV Electosystems, and then for NASA in the Manned Spacelight Program. Margie and Charles owned and operated Kwik-Kopy Printing Franchises in Garland and Dallas from 1971-1984.
Thomas C.
Todd ’58
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Mobile, AL
Thomas Todd was the Manager of Procurement and Materials at Brown & Root, Inc. He has had a 19-year career with Brown & Root following nine years service with MAPCO Inc. in Tulsa. Todd was president of the Northeast Harris County A&M Club and the Tulsa A&M Club.
JoAnn ’92 and Robert L. "Bob"
Walker ’58
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College Station, TX
Robert Walker ’58 graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, he then went on to get his master’s degree in education at Pepperdine University. He returned to Texas A&M to receive his doctorate in education administration. He has worked at Texas A&M for over 47 years, currently serving as the senior executive for development.
One of his fondest memories during his time at Texas A&M was when he met his wife-to-be, JoAnn Nolen, on the steps of Sbisa Dining Hall. They were later married in 1958, in the All Faiths Chapel on campus. They have four children, all of which graduated from Texas A&M.
Linda and George E.
Bahlmann ’57
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Lytle, TX
George Balhmann was a member of the Fightin Texas Aggie Band and the Town Hall staff during his undergraduate years at Texas A&M. He was employed by several major chemical companies, including Union Carbide Corporation, Shell Oil and Amoco Chemicals Corporation over his 38-year career. Mr. & Mrs. Bahlmann honor his brother and his daughter with this endowment.
LaGrace and Don
Barkman ’57
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Longview, TX
Don earned a Bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University in Petroleum Engineering in 1957. While attending Texas A&M, Don was an active member of the Corps of Cadets, which provided some of his greatest memories, and life long friendships. Don worked for Texas Railroad Commission, Mobil Oil Corporation, Mobley Company, Inc, and Mobley Oilfield Services, LP. Don and his wife LaGrace give to a number of organizations and are active members within the Longview community.
James L.
Burkhart ’57
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Lubbock, TX
James Burkhart is Chairman of the Board of BRG Petroleum Corporation of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and previously served as president and CEO. He also held executive positions with Amoco Production Company, Cotton Petroleum Corporation, Santa Fe Natural Resources Corporation and Burkhart Petroleum Corporation.
Vera and Hayden O.
Grona ’57
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San Antonio, TX
Hayden Grona founded Bexar Savings of San Antonio in 1966 and served as its chairman and CEO. He has served Texas A&M as the Past President of the San Antonio Club and Foundation, a part of the Executive Committee of The Aggie Club, and as a member of the Advisory Board of the Texas A&M College of Business Administration.
Ann and Joseph T.
Janica, Sr. ’57
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Hobbs, TX
Joseph graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Geological Engineering. He began to work for Humble Oil & Refining Company for Houston, West Texas, & New Mexico. Joseph then served as President of Natural Resources Engineering, Inc. before taking on his current role as President of Tierra Exploration, Inc. Joseph credits the individuals that gave him the aid needed to develop into the person that he is today and would like to give fellow Aggies the chance to do the same.
Kim and Kenneth R.
LeSuer ’57
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Montgomery, TX
Ken LeSuer retired in 1999 from the Halliburton Company, where he was serving as vice chairman. He was named to Texas A&M’s Petroleum Engineering Academy of Distinguished Graduates and served on A&M’s Vision 2020 Task Force. He is an endowed member of the 12th Man Foundation and served on the Dwight Look College of Engineering External Advisory and Development Council.
Mary and Albert M.
Loudon ’57
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Austin, TX
A.M. “Bert” Loudon graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Electrical Engineering. After 38 years in various positions, Bert is now retired from Square D Company.