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Memorials memorials H orace Mann School mourns the deaths of the follow- Caputo, Patricia Andersen, Penny Blevins, Pamela Potter ing members of our community. We invite readers and Peter Potter, eight grandchildren and four greatto share their memories and reflections with one an- grandchildren. other in these pages by writing to alumni@horacemann.org. please note that the names of several alumni appear in the Memorial listing, but they are not eulogized here. Their meJohn Avery Tillinghast ’44 morials will appear in the next issue of Horace Mann Magazine. Distinguished Scientist and Engineer With sadness Horace Mann School notes the passing of John Avery Tillinghast ’44 on May 7, 2011 at the age of 84. He was the son of the late Dorothy and Charles Carpenter Tillinghast, Horace Mann Head of School from 1920-1950. (excerpted from The Riverdale Press) John A. Tillinghast was educated at Horace Mann, and Horace Mann School mourns then studied at Columbia University, while serving in the the passing of Dante Salvatore U.S. Navy V-12 Program. From 1948 to 1949, he earned a “Bick” Caputo ’38 on April 7, BSME and a MS degree, and was the Honor Graduate. 2011 at the age of 91. He was John Tillinghast began his career in 1949 at American affectionately called “Mr. Electric Power Service Corp. rising to the position of vice Riverdale” by friends and chairman and senior executive vice president of engineermembers of the Riverdale ing and construction in his 30 years there. Upon retiring in community, earning the title 1979, he joined Wheelabrator Frye Inc., in Hampton, New through his service to his Hampshire as senior vice president of technology. He held neighbors and his neighborhood. various executive positions in Allied Advanced Technology The youngest and smallest of five Italian children, his Group, Allied Signal International, Science Applications International Corp., TILTEC, Great Bay Power Corp parents called him “Piccolino.” Eventually shortened and BayCorp Holdings LTD. His professional knowledge to “Pick” and mispronounced “Bick” by his friends, the and experience spanned steam turbines, nuclear energy name stayed. When Bick Caputo arrived in Riverdale as a 10-year-old in 1930, ground had not yet been broken for the systems, fossil fuel plants, transmission and distribution systems, alternative energy projects, cogeneration and Henry Hudson Bridge and the Henry Hudson Parkway. other innovative technologies, including patentee of generCaputo was a proud graduate of Horace Mann School, and remained in touch with the school throughout his life. ative unit control system. He was a member of the National Academy of Science and a Fellow of the American Society He went to Williams College earning a bachelor’s degree of Mechanical Engineers. before entering the Army as a private in 1942, and leavTillinghast was an Elder of the Reformed Church of ing as a captain. He pursued a six-decade-long career in insurance at New York Life Insurance. A year after joinBronxville, N.Y., and a member of the United Church of ing the company Caputo qualified for its Top Club, and Christ of North Hampton. He gave generously of his time remained a Top Club, President’s Council or Million Dollar supporting many non-profit and professional associaRoundtable member every year of his long career. Always tions. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 52 years, involved with “helping others” he raised money for many Mabel, and is survived by his daughters Katherine Brickley organizations, including the Riverdale Neighborhood and husband John, Susan Trainor and husband John, and House, where he served as vice president for many years. Abigail Ryan and husband Sidney; four grandchildren, one He was also treasurer of the Williams Club in Manhattan. great-grandchild, and his brother David Tillinghast ’47, and When his first wife, Kathleen Buckner, whom he married several nieces and a nephew. in 1943, died of polio in 1950, Dante Caputo became inIn a memorial in The New York Times upon John volved with the March of Dimes’ fight against the disease. Tillinghast’s death Horace Mann Head of School Dr. He married his second wife, Emily Stull, in 1976. Thomas Kelly and Board Chair Steven M. Friedman ’72 Tending crops of eggplant, tomatoes and basil at his home wrote: “Generations of Tillinghasts have come through our overlooking the Hudson River, he was also a passionate School doors and we remain grateful for their contribuYankees and Rangers fan, known to all at Madison Square tions and impact. We extend our heartfelt condolences Garden. The Rangers honored him with a ceremonial to Mr. Tillinghast’s loving daughters, Katherine, Abigail hockey stick. In 2009 the Riverdale Yacht Club, where and Susan and their families; brother David Tillinghast Caputo was an active member, named its clubhouse for HM 1947 and his wife, Lisa; his nieces, nephews and many him. Dante Caputo is survived by Kathy Caputo, Thomas friends. He will be deeply missed.” Dante Salvatore “Bick” Caputo ’38 Community Leader 58 Horace mann magazine Winter 2012

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Horace Mann - Winter 2012

Horace Mann - Winter 2012
Contents
Letters
Greetings from Dr. Tom Kelly
Greetings from Melissa Parento ’90
Horace Mann School’s 125th Anniversary Observances Begin
Strategic Thinking
New Initiatives in Institutional Research and Admissions
HM's New Director of College Counseling
Timothy HO and Monica Merlo are 2011 Tina and Dave Bellet Teaching Excellence Award Winners
Langfan Oratorical Contest, 2011
Horace Mann School Graduates 178 in June, 2011
Alumni Council Corner
Bookshelf
Class Notes
Memorials
Philanthropy and You

Horace Mann - Winter 2012