Andrew J. ’91 and Dannielle J.
Cantrell ’93
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Cedar Park, TX
Andrew J. Cantrell ’91 graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.B.A. in business analysis with a directive in management information systems. Andrew is currently a Regional Manager for InterNetwork Experts, Inc. He is active in the Capital City A&M Club and has held office of Vice President of Programs in 1997-1998 and was Vice President of Scholarships in 1999-2000.
His wife, Dannielle J. Cantrell ’93 is a Residential Marketing Specialist with JB Goodwin Residential Corporation. She graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University with a bachelor of arts in speech communications. She is also active with Capital City A&M Club and was President in 2000 as well as President of Capital City A&M Foundation in 2001.
We both feel that Texas A&M and The Association of Former Students were integral to our success both while attending college and after graduation. We both were fortunate to be awarded scholarships while at A&M, and both of our first jobs out of college were with organizations that had Texas A&M ties. We believe in the purpose of The Association and in the success that it fosters with its commitment to students and the University. Our Endowed allows us to support The Association by perpetuating their ability to provide scholarships to deserving students.
Sue and Louis E.
Capt ’54
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Uvalde, TX
Louis E. Capt ’54 graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s of science degree in agriculture. While a student, he served as commander of the Athletic Squadron in the Corps of Cadets and was a football letterman. He is a lifetime member of the Texas A&M Letterman’s Association and also serves as an advisory member of the Corps of Cadets Development Council. Louis and his wife, Sue, reside in Uvalde, Texas where he operates his company, LEC Investments, as well as numerous other business activities, community volunteerism and conservation efforts.
Attending Texas A&M, being in the Corps and having had the privilege of representing Texas A&M on Kyle Field are the most memorable days of my life. I want to help pass to others the many opportunities our great University has to offer.
John R.
Carmichael III ’73
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Plano, TX
John Carmichael is a Regional Partner for Trammell Crow Residential Company, Palo Alto, California and serves on the Policy Advisory Board for the U.C. Berkley Center for R/E and Urban Economics. After receiving an M.B.A. from the University of North Texas, he was regional manager for Brentwood Properties, then a partner in Chasewood Company and a regional partner for Crow-Western Company in Houston and Palo Alto.
Rob Q.
Carruthers ’82
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Austin, TX
In Memory of Lt. Col. George Carruthers
After attending Tyler Junior College, George Carruthers joined the U.S. Army Air Corps. He served in World War II as a bombardier aboard the B-17 Flying Fortress. Shot down and captured in France, he spent 22 months in a German POW camp. Afterwards, he served in the Strategic Air Command, served in Vietnam, and then later joined the Military Airlift Command flying the C-141. After 30 years of service, he retired from the U.S. Air Force and returned to Texas. He is married to the former Marilyn Gaddis and has one son, Rob Carruthers ’82.
Bill E.
Carter ’69
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Dallas, TX
Carter received a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics in 1969 and was a distinguished military graduate as well as Student Body President. A Certified Financial Planner, he currently serves as President of Carter Advisory Services and Carter Financial Management. Carter is a Past President of The Association of Former Students and a Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Texas A&M University Foundation. Worth Magazine has named Carter numerous times as one of the Top 250 Financial Planners and he has also been named “Rising Star” of Texas by Texas Business Magazine.
Darlene and Boyce
Cates ’62
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Granbury, TX
Boyce Cates graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Husbandry in 1962. Following his Service as an Army Captain he then became a pilot for Delta airlines. During his career he received many distinguished awards ranging from Aviator Wings to the Purple Heart. Cates feels that it is his duty to give back to the University that he has such a long family history with.
Linda and Michael B.
Cates ’79
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Manhattan, KS
Michael B. Cates is Commander of Veterinary Services Europe for the Veterinary Corps in the United States Army. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Veterinary Science and then received his DVM from Texas A&M University. Michael also received his MPH from the University of Texas Health Science Center. His wife Linda is a registered nurse and received her BSN from the University of Oklahoma.
Jo Ann and William G.
Caughlin ’49
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College Station, TX
William Caughlin is a self employed Geophysical Consultant since 1989. During his time as a U.S. Air Force Captain, he served as Electronics Officer in the Strategic Air Command. During his career he was the Senior Staff Geophysicist for Shell Oil and Vice President Exploration for Mosbacher Energy Company.
Betty and T.J.
Chapman ’47
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Austin, TX
J. (T.J.) Chapman ‘47 entered Texas A&M College in January 1943 prior to serving in the U.S. Navy where he received a commission from the USNR Midshipmen's School at Columbia University as ensign and served as a gunnery officer aboard the USS Vicksburg. After WWII, he returned to A&M and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture. He served as president of the Texas Association of Life Underwriters in 1964. He founded the Boon Chapman Company in 1961, and served as its president until his retirement in 2004.
I became an Aggie fan at age 14 listening to John Kimbrough and the rest of the 1939 National Champions team play Tulane in the Sugar Bowl. I was also influenced by a high school teacher, an Aggie, who was my role model. Being a farm boy I expected to have a career in the field of agriculture. Also, the Selective Service Act had just been put into effect and military service in the future seemed likely. If so, I wanted to be an officer. In addition to being a fan, A&M offered both of these possibilities so I never considered any other college.
Donna T. and Douglas K.
Chester '80
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Katy, TX
Doug Chester attributes his successful career to his experience at Texas A&M, partly because of the invaluable education he received, but also as a result of the friendships and connections he’s made along the way. “The common bond Aggies have, whether at work, at play or in the community, is something I will always cherish,” he said.
In particular, his time spent playing in the A&M Rugby Club gave him strong friendships and lifelong ties to the Aggie Spirit. “I’m still friends with many of those I played with,” he said. “The camaraderie and spirit have been what has stuck with me through the years.”
Doug had been a Century Club member for 36 years and wanted to ensure future students would have similar university experiences and build successful lives after they graduated. With the help of his company’s matching gifts program, he and his wife, Donna, established an Endowed Century Club gift. “Texas A&M is a special place, with its long history of traditions that are continuing today. It is important to make sure they continue for generations to come.”
Doug graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering and has worked for BHP Billiton for almost nine years, now serving as drilling manager. The couple resides in Katy and are proud parents of two children, Ryan and Danielle.
Joy and Glen D.
Churchill ’56
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Fountain Hills, AZ
Glen Churchill retired in 1992 after 13 years as the President and CEO of West Texas Utilities Company in Abilene. He served as Executive VP and CFO for Central Power and Light Co. in Corpus Christi. He serves on the board of Phoenix Investment Partners. He has been on the boards of numerous industrial foundations and civic organizations. He was president of the Abilene A&M Club and served as a campaign chairman and president of the United Way of Abilene.
Class of '68
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A member of the Class of ’68 made a commitment to the Endowed Century Club on behalf of his class. His gift truly is an example of the self-less giving of our faithful Former Students that sets Texas A&M University apart from the rest. His desire is that this gift will encourage others in his class, and in other classes, to make a generous contribution as well.
Class of '70 Gift
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In association with their class’ 35th Anniversary in 2005, the Class of ’70 has generously given to the Endowed Diamond Century Club program, as well as funded a Sul Ross Corps Scholarship and an Aggie Spirit Endowment. When the Class of ’70 was attending Texas A&M University, there were clubs such as horseshoes, bowling and gymnastics. It was a time of Vanity Fair and sweethearts. The Class of '70 saw such milestones as the tallest bonfire to date, standing at 107 feet and 10 inches, and they dealt with the loss of Texas A&M University’s President J. Earl Rudder. They add another milestone by becoming the first class to give to The Endowed Diamond Century Club program. Times have changed for the Class of ’70, but their loyalty and support of Texas A&M University and The Association of Former Students has not.
For the Class of ’70 it was not a matter of what we wanted to give back, but that we needed to give back. We wanted to make sure that the donation was used in the most productive manner and we feel that there is a real “bang for your buck” in the way The Association of Former Students uses our gifts. Even though the majority of our class is former Corps, we have some faithful non-regs as well as children that are not in the Corps, and we felt that giving back to The Association, all Aggies could enjoy the benefits.
Bill W.
Clayton ’50
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Clayton received a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics in 1950. His leadership as Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives was instrumental in the development and passage of school finance legislation, a highway funding bill, sunset legislation, reorganization of state water agencies, and the Briscoe-Clayton anti-crime package. In 1979, he became the first person to be elected to a third consecutive term as Speaker of the House.
Daniel D.
Clinton, Jr. ’52
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Houston, TX
Daniel D. Clinton, Jr. ’52 graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s of science degree in civil engineering. He continued his education at Stanford University where he received a master’s degree in civil engineering. Dan served 32 years in the US Air Force retiring with the rank of Colonel. After serving in the military, Dan was employed and retired as senior vice president of Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam. Dan is a Distinguished Alumnus of Texas A&M and is a past board member of The Association of Former Students.
I have always had a love for Texas A&M University. The Association’s support of the many activities of Texas A&M is important to me, and it is one way that I can help support Texas A&M.
Christine T. and Eugene H. "Gene"
Cloud ’66
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Greenwood Village, CO
He had always wanted to be an Aggie. Growing up a child of a serviceman, Texas A&M was spoken of fondly in his house. Though his dad’s military service took Gene Cloud ’66 all over the world, there was only one place he wanted to attend school. But, when it came to the scholastic part of being a student, “I just really didn’t know what I wanted to do,” he said. He bounced around between different fields of studies, and finding no real passion, “I flunked out,” he said.
However, Cloud said his Aggie story is one of second chances. After serving in the Army for three years, repairing missiles and
radar systems and calibrating test equipment, he decided to make another attempt for a college degree. Texas A&M was the only school that agreed to give him another shot to hit the target. Armed with a new delight in semiconductors, Cloud registered for classes, and by the time he graduated, he had been inducted into a couple of honor societies.
After graduating, he became an esteemed member of his field. “And, I know,” he said, “I absolutely know that I would not have gotten where I am today if A&M had not given me a second chance. Now I want to give back to A&M so others will get a chance to succeed.”
School teaches the skill of learning, he said— “It prepares you to learn on the job; how to really get something done.” So, when he thinks of his second chance and what he learned in school, his drive to give is an internal motivation to give others a chance, too.
“Texas A&M made a huge difference, and not just in my career,” he said. Going through the Corps of Cadets taught him leadership that carried over to how he ran his employees. As an underclassman, his superiors were relentless in teaching that individuals do not exist in a team, and that it’s only through teamwork that you can be successful. “At A&M, I also learned to not just be a taker. Give back,” he said. “And if there’s something that needs to be done, you go do it yourself.” Cloud and his wife, Christine, have two sons, Scott Fearon and Thomas Cloud.