Longtime class councilor Joseph “Joe” Zanchelli passed away on Jan. 21, 2025. He leaves behind his wife of 73 years, Joyce Leavitt ’52, children Mark, Michael and Lynn, eight grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Joe was a high school math teacher for five years, a high school guidance counselor for 32 years, and chairperson of the Guidance Department at Great Neck South High School for 22 years. He retired in 1986. Joe had served as class counselor for the 1949 Red Devils since 2003. In 2014, he and Joyce were honored for their dedication to the University with the UAlbany Alumni Association’s Whittlesey Excellence in Alumni Service Award.
Dr. Eugene McLaren celebrated his 100th birthday in August. He is a Collins Fellow and retired professor Emeritus.
