Phi Delta Theta - University of Missouri

THE MO ALPHA PHI Geor ge A Lo ng III, In diana Alpha 1413 G e o r g e A L o n g , I n d i a n a B e t a 1 0 / 1 9/ 1 2 0 8 # 3 3 2 G r a n v i l l e M o o d y J r . I l l i n o i s E t a , 3 / 7 / 1 9 1 4 # 2 3 2 G e o r g e A L o n g J r . , I l l i n o i s E t a , 6 / 6 / 1 9 39 # 58 6 E d w a r d C . L o y , I n d ia n a T h e t a , 4 / 5 / 1 9 3 4 # 5 0 4 H er b e r t S t r a w b r i d g e , I n d i a n a T h et a , 4 / 1 9 / 1 9 3 6 # 5 3 1 R o b e r t S t r a w b r i d g e , I n d i a n a T h e t a , 3 / 1 8 / 1 9 3 7 # 5 3 9 R u s s e l l S t r a w b r i d g e , I n d i a n a T h et a , 4 / 2 7 / 1 9 4 7 # 7 4 9 D a l l a s R y a n L o ng , F l o r i d a G a m m a , 4 / 2 2 / 2 0 0 7 # 1 6 6 3 2 CATCHING UP WITH JIM ALABACH '88 Why did you join Phi Delta Theta, and what made you stay a part of the brotherhood? I was recruited by a good friend of mine. The men of Phi Delta Theta are great people who became great friends. There wasn't a day that went by that those relationships didn't influence me. In fact, the relationships and continued contact with these guys shape me even today. What are you most proud of in your career and family life? I have had a wonderful career in commercial retail/multi-family real estate that continues to expand and progress. My family is key in my life. I can't go a day without thinking about how my boys have grown into wonderful men. It's a blessing. What are some of your favorite memories of Missouri Alpha? There are too many to call out a favorite. I can tell you that "Ed Numbe" had a lot to do with many. Have you stayed involved with Phi Delt as an alumnus? I keep in touch with many brothers—in fact, most of the friends I surround myself with are Phi Delts. I was on the advisory board for 2-3 years after graduating, and I enjoyed working with the younger brothers. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? Fly-fishing, hanging out with my wife and boys, and playing mandolin. Do you have a favorite quote, or someone who consistently inspires you? "I was on the verge of jumping into one of those holes in life out of which we emerge a bit tattered and bloody, though we remain sure nonetheless that we had to make the jump." Jim lives in Columbia, Missouri, and has worked in the commercial real estate industry for decades. He can be reached at jalabach@icloud.com. Eric Allen '24 Dexter, Mo. Logan Bailey '24 Pleasant Hill, Mo. Brogan Baker '24 Jefferson City, Mo. Jackson Baker '24 Scottsdale, Ariz. Payton Benkendorf '24 Belleville, Ill. Andrew Bowen '24 Bowling Green, Mo. Charles Boyce '24 Sikeston, Mo. Zachary Boyer '24 Kansas City, Mo. Logan Bryant '24 Wildwood, Mo. Jack Buchholz '24 Chanhassen, Minn. Josh Burns '24 Sycamore, Ill. Thomas Carroll '24 Kansas City, Mo. Truman Cartner '24 Pleasant Hill, Mo. Grant Compere '24 Springfield, Mo. Michael Davidson '24 Jefferson City, Mo. Luke Distler '24 Jefferson City, Mo. Ben Donsbach '24 Effingham, Ill. Dominic Facenda '24 Wildwood, Mo. Christopher Gates '24 Jefferson City, Mo. Ethan Glass '24 Kansas City, Mo. Donovon Hargett '24 Little Rock, Ark. Franklin Horner '24 Marion, Ill. Matthew Igel '24 Marion, Ill. Mason Keena '24 Dexter, Mo. Carson Kleine '24 Valley Park, Mo. Joseph Kritchell '24 Manchester, Mo. Joshua Kroenung '24 Ballwin, Mo. Aaron Lieberman '24 Grayslake, Ill. Nolan Lombardo '24 Ballwin, Mo. Andrew Mesnier '24 Ballwin, Mo. Brock Montpetit '24 Eureka, Mo. Ethan Noonan '24 Chesterfield, Mo. Brett Nygren '24 Crystal Lake, Ill. Ethan Peter '24 Kirkwood, Mo. Andrew Prichard '24 Dardenne Prairie, Mo. Samuel Rackers '24 Jefferson City, Mo. Augustus Rand '24 Lee's Summit, Mo. Hayden Roelof '24 Lanesboro, Minn. Samuel Rogers '24 Overland Park, Kan. Luke Schaefer '24 Chesterfield, Mo. Cale Shotton '24 Bowling Green, Mo. Miguel Venegas '24 Pleasant Hill, Mo. Landon Vowels '24 Joplin, Mo. Toan Vu '24 Columbia, Mo. Welcome, New Members

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