Kappa Delta - Florida State University

MODERN SOUTHERN BELLE Remembering Lisa Dart Waddell '8 Remembering Lisa Dart Waddell '86 T his past December, the KD "Ladies of the '80s" had to say goodbye to their dear sweet sister Lisa Dart Waddell '86. Lisa, a hometown Tallahassee girl, was a wife, mother, aunt, sister, and a loyal close friend to so many. She was a hard-working, goal-oriented, successful professional; a team player; and a support system to everyone around her. Lisa was focused, energetic, kind, nurturing, and thoughtful. If you had a problem, Lisa had advice. If you wanted to take a spontaneous trip, Lisa would be by your side, luggage in hand. She always had a smile on her face, a twinkle in her eye, and a giggle on the edge of her lips. One of her many outstanding qualities was her approachability. Everyone she met felt comfortable in her presence. She was open but soft-spoken, greeting everyone with a calm warmth, displaying a genuine interest in getting to know them personally. Many people gravitated to Lisa, reaching out to her even if significant time had passed, just to keep in touch. Her characteristics of unbelievable strength and courage shone brightly as she bravely faced her health diagnosis, never sitting idle, always pushing forward. She never complained and she never gave up. The definition of a Modern Southern Belle is a woman characterized by Southern hospitality, a cultivation of beauty, and a flirtatious yet virtuous demeanor. Embracing the culture of the Ladies of the '80s, along with Lisa's husband and daughter, gather in Tampa to remember Lisa Dart Waddell '86. Front row: Mary Catherine Waddell and Jim Waddell. Middle row: Tina Burke Crane '86, Gina Mortellaro Krainik '87, Theresa Brockman Colling '86, Molly Watts Harris '86, Lauren Smith Hawkins '87, Elizabeth McClure Benoist '84, and Amy Guenther Davis '86. Back row: Amber Moser- Johansen '86, Kim Jost Perez '89, Emily Geiger Salmon '86, Melinda Perez Maxwell '83, Wendy Seaton Damsker '86, Vanessa Fuller Brown '86, and Mary Louise Manry Shafer '84. South while looking forward to the future. Part of a community that is growing but filled with sweet caring humans who acknowledge and show respect. That is our Lisa Dart Waddell—the very epitome of a KD Lady. She is Kappa Alpha Chapter's Modern Southern Belle. February 25, 1967–December 8, 2023 Love in AOT, Amy Guenther Davis '86 What words come to mind when you think about Kappa Alpha? S I S T E R S LOVE t FRIENDSHIP Loyal | Scholarships | Volunteers Study Hall | Memories | Lifelong Memorable | Inspiring | Shared Goals Housemother | Well-Run | Laughter Support | Family | Fun | Family What are your favorite memories from living at the Chapter House and/ or spending time with your Kappa Delta sisters at Florida State University? "Singing our blessings together at dinner. Pinning and engagement celebration gatherings on the second floor at night." –Kay Casey Lynch '60 "Our trips together, discovering new areas as sisters and taking pictures of our adventures." –Debi Branham Lane '83 "Dinners, watching Miami Vice, walking to the Phyrst, and celebrating one another." –Melinda Perez Maxwell '83 What keeps you connected to Kappa Delta as an alumna? "Phone calls with two best friends who are KDs in other cities." –Alyce "Leecy" Thornal Hatch '58 "They support me in helping food insecure children in our community and offer love in good times and bad." –Laurye Strickland Messer '82 "Annual reunion trip with 20 sisters. Daily interaction with KD friends through texts and Marco Polo." –Kirsten Allen Brannon '91 4

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