Sigma Chi - Kansas State University

3 Sigma Chi Connections Set Ryan Holt '95 on Holy Journey R yan Holt '95 doesn't know where he would be if it weren't for connections made at Delta Upsilon that have greatly impacted his life path. Ryan joined Sigma Chi with friends his freshman year because they were attracted to the great group of guys who were respected and did well on campus both academically and athletically. Right away, he began building connections with Delta Upsilon brothers and alumni. "I was able to make great connections with guys I have been friends with now for 20 years. I made a strong connection with our chapter advisor, Bill Carson '63, who helped me get my first job right out of college." While at his first job, Ryan met a gentleman who invited him to church. This connection ultimately changed Ryan's life, and led him to find the path God had for him. "God has really changed my life in the past 17 years. At age 23 I became a passionate Christian, and at age 30 felt the call of God to go into ministry." Ryan serves as the small group connections pastor at Journey Church International in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Ryan is still thankful for that Sigma Chi connection that ultimately led him to his connection with Christ. Ryan's advice to other Sig alumni or undergraduates would be similar to Matthew 6:33, Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. "God has taken care of me and my family as we have sought after Him and He will do the same for you!" Although a busy life at church and with family prevents Ryan from seeing as many of his Delta Upsilon brothers as often as he would like, he still finds time to see a few over lunch or barbecues. Last year, Ryan took his two oldest kids to their first K‑State football game and stopped by the house and showed them around. Ryan and his wife, Heather, whom he met his freshman year at the Sigma Chi house, live in Overland Park, Kansas, with their four children. In his spare time, Ryan enjoys coaching his children's sporting teams, fishing, and doing crossfit. Catch up with Ryan by contacting him at rholt@takethejourney.cc or at www.takethejourney.cc. Daniel M. Winger, D.V.M. '63 and his wife, Jean, divide their time between Surprise, Ariz., and Wisconsin. He still does some veterinary work and raises and trains single foot horses. He and Jean have three grandchildren: Victoria, Alexandra, and Nathan; and two great- grandchildren, Azayela and Bradley. E-mail: wngje@discover-net.net John H. Baldwin '67 went on a trip to London, Paris, and Rome, and enjoys having a wife who still works and gets to go on great business trips. John lives in Granger, Ind. E-mail: jbaldwin1943@aol.com James L. Bush '68 works part time as a trust officer/attorney for BOK Financial in Overland Park, Kan. E-mail: jlb_bush@yahoo.com Keith F. Neill '74 went to the Ryder Cup in Scotland in September 2014. He lives in Chicago. E-mail: neill_k@msn.com James M. Peine '74 sold his company in August 2013 to Key Impact Sales and Systems Inc. He plans to stay with the new company for a few years. James lives in Overland Park, Kan. E-mail: jpeine@ everestkc.net L. Barrick Wilson Jr. '74 downsized to a duplex at the Newton Presbyterian Manor. His wife, Krista, has lived in an Alzheimer's care home since 2012. Barrick performs pro bono public relations and marketing work for several Harvey County non‑profit organizations, and now plays ukulele with the Newton Ukulele Tunes Society. E-mail: barrickandkristi@cox.net. Devere Dove III '75 and his wife, Trisha, just welcomed their fourth grandchild, Autumn Christine Barr. They live in Ellinwood, Kan. E-mail: robntrisha@live.com Scott W. Mach '78 reports his youngest child, Caroline, is a freshman at K-State and joined a sorority. Scott and his wife, Patty, live in Shawnee, Kan. E-mail: smach@pophamlaw.com Craig L. Russell '83 moved back to the family farm in Belpre, Kan., in 2011. He married his high school sweetheart, Lisa Schavlis, in December 2013. Craig's daughter, Robyn, is about to graduate from chiropractic school and his son, Drew, is a KSU student. E-mail: crussell@kc.rr.com Charles F. Kneaves '88 finished his last project as director of construction at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center. Now, he has moved to a senior project manager position at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC, running the construction of a $300 million expansion of the museum. E-mail: cfkneaves@yahoo.com Russ R. Ringgenberg '89 is a territory manager for ACell Inc. in Columbia, Md. He lives in Cushing, Okla., with his wife, Tammy. They have three children: Rachel, Austin, and Walker. E-mail: russringgenberg@yahoo.com Robert N. Harsh '92 married Jennifer Janesko in November 2013. Kelly R. Kusel '95 reports his youngest daughter, Kassidy, was killed in a car accident in February 2014. He and his wife, Heather, live in Parsons, Kan. E-mail: galsandaguy@cableone.net alumni update

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