In Memoriam
Romaine Bayless: Trailblazer, doctor, mathematician …
Veteran, 1978 alumna — she always had the courage to adventure forward, and helped develop in vitro fertilization at Yale.
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Remembering Ohio State alumni who have passed away
The following lists include updates reported by family members, newspapers and other sources. Each entry includes name, graduation year(s), city of residence and date of passing.
News of the passing of Ohio State graduates may be shared with the university community by sending an email to bioupdate@osu.edu.
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Buckeye friends recall the magic of Bobby Knight
The coaching legend honed his skills on a team that won multiple national championships and included future NBA players.
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Frank Howard, a gentle giant who hit epic home runs
In his Ohio State days, the 6-foot-7 Howard was a 2-sport athlete and basketball star, whose rebound record still stands.
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Dimitrious Stanley was a football star, cancer fighter
The 2001 graduate made it his mission to help men guard against prostate cancer, which he was diagnosed with at age 45.
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Linda Schuler ’68 made Columbus more festive, inclusive
The Buckeye chaired the Pride Parade for 22 years and spent three decades as a leader in the Recreation and Parks department.
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Professor Bear F. Braumoeller: A true scholar and friend
While his research focused on escalation and war, this professor was beloved for spreading encouragement and kindness.
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She made Ohio State a leader in women’s athletics
With gusto, wit and charm, Phyllis Bailey was persistent in pushing to get women’s sports the respect they deserve.
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Bill Lowrie gave constantly, in ways big and small
William G. Lowrie ’66 and his genuine support of Buckeyes earned him respect and appreciation wherever he went.