Physical Education
Gregory Hausske, 49
Died January 22, 2021.
Wilson Middle School, Yakima, WA
Health, Physical Education, Coach
Gregory (Greg) Harley Hausske, 49, was born in Yakima, WA to Doug and Jan (Cockrum) Hausske on July 20th, 1971, and passed away due to complications from COVID-19 on January 22nd, 2021 in Portland, Oregon.
If you asked ten people about Greg, their first reaction would be his smile, but if you asked them something about him, they would all tell you something different. Greg had so many interests and facets to his personality that he was liked by everyone.
Greg was a middle schooler trapped in an adult’s body. He always had a joke to make, a smile to give and an ear to listen. He loved his students, and they loved him. Whether it was Halloween, or a school dance he was DJing, people knew that he loved to dress up for any occasion. Greg was an incredible seamster and would often sew costumes for his family.
Greg graduated from Selah High School and then went to work for Western RV. He also drove a backhoe digging trenches and burying gas tanks at service stations before he realized there was more that he wanted to do with his life. Greg returned to school and graduated with honors from Central Washington University in Health and Physical Education. Right out of college he became a Health and PE teacher at Wilson Middle School in Yakima, where he spent nearly 20 years. While at Wilson, Greg made some lifetime connections with students, coworkers, and parents. He was a fantastic athlete and coached every sport you can imagine. He spent 5 years coaching with his dad, Doug, which meant the world to both of them.
In his spare time, he loved camping and skiing, and spending time with his family. Greg has loved to ski ever since he was little. Starting out with cross country and quickly moving on to the faster sport of downhill skiing. He passed his love of skiing on to his wife Rosie and to his kids. Now he will spend his time learning to ski the slopes in Heaven. We will miss him here, but God must have needed a great people person with a quirky sense of humor. Greg sure enjoyed life and packed it full for the short time that he was here.
Faith was also a big part of Greg’s life. Greg devoted his life to spread the word of Jesus and to make an impact to every life he touched. He led many youth ministries through YoungLife and Foursquare Church. He hosted YoungLife at Wilson Middle School, served as a counselor at summer camp in Oregon, and traveled across the world to Africa.
Greg was a light to so many, and his kindness, confidence, strength, and amazing sense of humor will live on. Greg always told his kids to “Follow that dream, but to always remember what anchored you,” and this is exactly how he chose to live his life. He left the legacy of #LiveLikeHausske.
He was a kind and loving partner to his spouse Rosario, as well as an amazing father to their daughters, Kaylee, Bethany, and Madison, son, Julian, and his dog Luna. He would do anything for and with them. It didn’t matter how crazy it was. He took them on fun filled camping trips, skiing, and to Disneyland… and he always chased them around with a birthday cake filled with sparklers on their birthday.
Aside from being survived by his wife and children, Greg also leaves behind his parents, Doug and Sherilyn Hausske, Jan and Brent Young, and siblings, Ann and Rich Weeks, Shannon Munzanreder, Shawn and Amy Pollock, best friends Troy Reierson and Matt Meyer, along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
The family will hold a virtual Celebration of Life on February 6th at 11:00 am PST. It will be live streamed via Facebook Live: https://fb.me/e/4375zG19a or, go to Facebook and search (under “Events”… “Celebration of Life: Gregory Harley Hausske.”
Todd Schonhar, 57
Died January 26, 2021.
John B. Connally High School, Austin, TX
Physical Education, Football & Track Coach
Todd Lee Schonhar, “Coach Sho”, of Leander, TX passed away on January 26, 2021 at the age of 57. He was born on December 30, 1963 in Newark, Ohio to Charles Lee Schonhar and Katherine Baggs Schonhar. Todd Schonhar married Julia Garrison Barton in 1990 in her parent’s hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada. They were married 31 years at the time of his passing.
Todd graduated from Easley High School in Easley South Carolina in 1982. He went to Clemson University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education in 1986 and a Master in Education in 1989. Todd played football and baseball at Clemson earning letters in Football in 1985 and 1986 as a reserve Quarterback and Holder and was named to the Academic All-ACC team in 1986. After graduation, Todd was a Graduate Assistant on Danny Ford’s Clemson coaching staff from 1987 to 1990 and subsequently a Graduate Assistant at the University of Oklahoma from 1990 to 1991.
Todd enjoyed a successful career as a college and high school football coach for 34 years. In 1991, Todd and Julia moved to DeKalb, Illinois, where Todd was the Assistant Coach for Running Backs and assisted in Special Team Play at Northern Illinois University until 1998. From 1998 to 2000, he was the Assistant Coach for Receivers at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. Todd was also the Varsity Assistant Coach for the 5A Texas State Football Champions at North Shore High School in Houston in 2003. Afterwards, he moved to Tarleton State University to serve as the Offensive Coordinator from 2005 to 2007 and later became the Quarterback coach at Stephen F. Austin from 2007 to 2012. He then moved to Austin, Texas where he was the Quarterback Coach and Special Teams Coordinator at Stony Point High School and Offensive Coordinator at Pflugerville Connally High School, both in Austin, Texas. Todd spent his life tirelessly teaching and mentoring his players and students. Todd was able to “connect” with his players and help them thrive and succeed, not just on the football field, but also more importantly in life as leaders.
A gifted athlete, Todd was a scratch golfer and could often be found on the golf course in his spare time and competed for qualification in the 2003 British Open. Recently, he enjoyed volunteering at the WGC Dell Match Play in various roles.
Todd impacted hundreds of people far and wide through his association with teaching, coaching, mentoring and volunteering. He loved to be surrounded by family and was at his happiest when they were near. Todd was well known for his dry wit and sense of humor. He was a master of impersonations and found great joy in making people laugh and smile.
Todd is survived by his wife, Julia Barton Schonhar of Leander, Texas; his parents, Charles Lee Schonhar and Katherine Baggs Schonhar of Easley, South Carolina; his brother Mark and Theresa Schonhar and their children, Drew, Megan, Josh and Lyndy of Easley, South Carolina; and his sister Amy Schonhar Jackson and husband Todd Jackson and their children, Hannah and Abby of Greer, South Carolina; Sisters in law Valerie Barton, Alison Stroh, Jacque Barton and Sara Shulman of Austin, Texas and niece Alison Barton and nephew Ethan Stroh and great niece Mallory.
The Todd L. Schonhar Memorial Scholarship, a non-profit scholarship to honor Todd, provides funds to a deserving student on an annual basis. In lieu of flowers or gifts, please click on this link Todd Schonhar Memorial Scholarship to make a contribution to his fund. Through your generous donations, Todd’s legacy will continue to provide opportunities to students for years to come. Celebration of Life plans will be shared as they are finalized.
Matthew Beaver, 40
Died January 19, 2021.
Knox Middle School, Salisbury, NC
Physical Education, Basketball & Tennis Coach
Matthew Dale Beaver left this earth for his heavenly home on January 19, 2021. Matthew was born November 24, 1980 in Christiansburg, Virginia. Matt married the love of his life, Ruth Voorhis Beaver on June 13, 2015. Matt and Ruthie were blessed with their son, Jackson Dale Beaver (5) and their daughter Ella Joanne Beaver (3). Matthew’s parents are Dale A. Beaver and Marsha Wilhelm Beaver of Rockwell, NC and Dianne Newton Lynch and Douglas Wayne Lynch of Meadows of Dan, VA. Matthew is also loved and cherished by his sister Adina Beaver Martin and husband Michael Dean Martin of New Castle, VA, nephews Alexander Craig Straight (Madison), Andrew Bridgley Straight, and Ethan Michael Martin, as well as uncles, aunts and a host of cousins. Matthew was preceded in death by his infant twin brother Joshua Alexander Beaver.
Matthew graduated from East Rowan High School in 1999. He went on to Graduate from Piedmont Bible College and High Point University with degrees in Health and Physical Education. Matthew was a member of the Piedmont Bible College basketball team. He was recognized by High Point University as the spring 2006 Outstanding Student Teacher and Outstanding Physical Education Major. Matt taught Physical Education and coached basketball and tennis at Knox Middle School and was a member of Charity Baptist Church in Kannapolis. Matthew Dale Beaver loved. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and openly and actively shared that love with everyone he came in contact with. Family, friends, coworkers, students, and strangers all knew that love by the infectious smile and laugh that was always part of Matt’s gift to us all. Matthew Dale Beaver experienced joy. He experienced the joy of his salvation, the joy of his dear family, and now “joy unspeakable and full of glory” with his Savior in heaven. Matt’s desire would be for others to know this love and joy through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Arrangments: A service to celebrate Matt’s life will be held at Charity Baptist Church, 2420 Brantley Rd #6402, Kannapolis, NC 28083, at 4:00pm, on Monday, January 25, 2021. Friends and relatives may attend. Social distancing will be practiced and masks are strongly encouraged. The service may also be viewed live stream by going to https://www.charity.church/watch.
Memorials for Matthew may be made to the family at https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-family-of-husband-teacher-m-beaver or to a charity of your choice. Powles Staton Funeral Home is assisting the Beaver family. Online condolences may be made at www.powlesfuneralhome.com.
James Lampkin, 52
Died December 16, 2020.
Washington Public Schools, Washington, OK
Physical Education, Cross Country & Golf Coach
James Otis Lampkin, age 52 of Washington, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020, following a courageous battle from complications with COVID 19. James was born April 7, 1968 in Hobbs, New Mexico, the 5th of 6 children born to Paul and Nell (Billy) Lampkin. He was raised in the Davis and Wynnewood area, graduating with the Savage Class of 1986. While in school, James excelled in any sport he chose to play. He was a fierce competitor, a true leader and a proud member of championship teams. By age 16, James had met the love of his life, a young lady named Amie Butler. And though they were young, they both knew they had found the one. A young father, James worked hard, balancing school and working full time to support his young family. They first welcomed son Tylor, then son Kale, and finally a daughter, Dagan. James finished school, graduating with both a Bachelors, and a Masters Degree in Education.
His first coaching/teaching stop was in Dickson. He then coached at Plainview for a time, before moving back home to Wynnewood in 1999. In 2004, he began working for the Chickasaw Nation in youth services. He was both a manager, and then the director of the wellness center, until becoming sick and retiring. It wasn’t long until James found himself on the golf and cross-country course and in the classroom, when an opening at Washington came knocking. James started coaching golf and teaching elementary P.E. for the Warriors, and later the Cross-Country Teams and Golf Teams for both Jr. High and High School girls’ and boys’ teams. Sports played such a meaningful role in James life, and he was able to share many of the life lessons he learned with his student athletes, including his own children. He was an avid OU Sooners fan, and had a knack for finding little hole-in-the-wall diners on road trips. He was a wonderful cook, and will be forever remembered for his legendary breakfast. James was a man of great faith. He cherished his family and lived for his students. He was incredibly proud of his Chickasaw Heritage, and even to the time he entered Heaven, he remained “unconquered and unconquerable”. Rest well Coach!
He was preceded in death by: his parents, Paul and Nell Lampkin; brother Jerry Lampkin; and sisters, Ardena and Cindy Lampkin.
James is survived by his best friend and loving wife, Amie Lampkin of the home; sons, Tylor Lampkin and wife Alyssa of Davis, and Kale Lampkin and wife Mika of Ada; daughter, Dagan Lampkin and Tanner Wilcox of Cache; Brother, Cotus Lampkin and wife Charl of Davis; sister, Paula Knighten of Sulphur; 6 grandchildren, Teagan, Rigby, Ripkyn, Kane, Daisy and Lilli; several nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends.
A Celebration of James life will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday, December 21, 2020, at the Washington Warrior Event Center. Burial will follow at the Washington Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed on our website, www.wilsonlittle.com and on our Facebook page, Wilson Little. Please feel welcome to dress comfortably, and represent your Warrior, Wolves, Savage, or Sooner pride. Masks and social distancing are strongly encouraged.
Jamie Seitz, 51
Died December 27, 2020.
Lincoln Charter School, Denver, NC
Physical Education, Basketball, Volleyball, and Golf Coach
Teachers and students remembered a beloved Lincoln County teacher and coach, who died Sunday night after a weekslong battle with COVID-19.
Jamie Seitz coached basketball, volleyball and golf, and he was a physical education teacher in Denver at Lincoln Charter.
He spent weeks in a hospital and was put on a ventilator before passing away.
A vigil was held for Seitz Wednesday in the school gym.
“Great man,” teacher Donna Wells said. “Great friend. Caring coach, teacher, father, husband, just a great all-around man. And it’s a loss we will feel for a long time.”
Outside, people sat in their cars and listened to the service on the radio to safely honor the coach during COVID-19.
Several people spoke about how many lives Seitz touched.
The service was called “Shine the Light.” Everyone in attendance lit a candle or shined a flashlight in Seitz’s memory.
Seitz’s former basketball players said he was the type of teacher everyone in the school knew and loved.
“He did a lot of things to where it’s just a little bit to change a person’s life and that’s what Coach Seitz did,” Jeremy Collonia said. “It didn’t matter who it was. He touched everybody.”
“He was a very nice guy,” said Timothy Fowler, a senior. “He had a big open, heart for everyone.”
Seitz taught at the K-12 school for more than a decade.
“He kept the class very fun, made it entertaining,” Fowler said. “(He) made us want to go to that class.”
School leaders said Seitz wasn’t afraid to show his personality in class.
“He was a big Buffalo Bills fan,” said Jonathan Bryant, chief administrator. “He got all of his classes to do ‘Let’s go Buffalo’ chants.”
Monday night, the Bill’s official radio station in Buffalo talked about him.
“Got word today the Bills Nation lost a special fan down in Denver, North Carolina. Jamie Seitz, a native of Newfane. His father Denny was a longtime coach in Newfane. Jamie passed away last night due to complications from COVID. Our best wishes to his family, his wife Liz and children Carter and Peyton.”
Lincoln Charter said it is teaching virtually until at least Jan. 11.
Thomas Barnabo, 57
Died November 7, 2020.
Dowling Catholic High School, West Des Moines, IA
Physical Education, Track Coach
Thomas Maurice Barnabo, age 57, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2020, in his home of West Des Moines, Iowa. He was born on October 26, 1963 in Beloit, Wisconsin to Don and Arloa Barnabo. He was a 1982 graduate of Parker High School in Janesville Wisconsin.
Tom attended Drake University on a full-ride football scholarship and graduated in 1987. Because of his many friends, he bounced around working in many states before landing back in Iowa at Simpson College.
While working at Simpson he met the love of his life, Susan Godby. The two got married and moved to Texas in 1993 where he taught and coached football. Their son Dalton was born in October of that same year, and son Cole in December of 1994.
A few years later the Barnabos moved to West Des Moines, Iowa after Tom accepted an offer to teach and coach at Dowling Catholic High School where he would go on to work for the next 24 years. He was the defensive coordinator when Dowling earned their first back-to-back state football championship title in 2000 and 2001. And most currently the assistant boys track coach.
In 2008, Tom was recruited to assist in coaching the defensive-line and help launch the first football team at Grand View University. Barnabo helped lead the team to many accomplishments, including winning the NAIA Championship in 2013.
Outside of Tom’s passion for football, he was an avid griller, constantly perfecting his craft and cooking for others. The Barnabos loved hosting for friends and family. They spent their summers swimming in their pool, Tom even took his four month old granddaughter for her first swim this summer.
He strongly admired his father and spent a lot of his time visiting him in northern Wisconsin. The two shared a great love for football, and many outdoor activities such as, hunting, fishing and camping.
Tom had a passion for building relationships and long lasting friendships. He gave his all no matter what. He had a friend in every state, and made sure he never met a stranger.
Tom is survived by his wife of over 27 years, Susan, sons, Dalton (Karissa), Cole (Linda) and their daughter Emma, sister, Lana and father, Don. He is also survived by many beloved family members. He was preceded in death by his mother, Arola, older sister, Dana, and older brother, Dante.
Paul Blackwell, 61
Died December 13, 2020.
Fannin Middle School, Grand Prairie, TX
Physical Education