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Dedicated Tree Table

Tribute Category	Map Location	Tributee	Tribute Text	Donor	More Information	Tribute Number
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tribute		Ralph Lee Allen, PhD	In Memory of Ralph Lee Allen, PhD Beloved Professor and Friend			2019-03
tribute		Albert Borgmann	This tree is dedicated to Dr. Albert Borgmann. Philosopher, Instructor, Writer, and Cherished Colleague. In honor of his 50+ years of service to the University of Montana	President's Office		2021-001
tribute		Jean Louise McArthur Bowman	In memory of Jean Louise McArthur Bowman 1938-2015 "Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement." - Golda Meir			T2017-103
tribute		Bo Brown (1926-2019)	UM Drama Chair 1956-1969, Founder of the MT Rep and Bigfork Summer Playhouse. Theatre Man Extraordinaire. "When he shall die take him and cut him out into little stars and he shall make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love."	Blakely Brown, Sarah McHugh, Melvon L. Ankeny		2020-019
tribute		Margery Hunter Brown	Celebrating the life of Margery Hunter Brown, 1928-1998. Mother, Scholar, Sister, Friend			Spring 1998
tribute		Kelly Chadwick	In recognition ofKelly Chadwick(UC Garden Supervisor)whose kindness and compassion nurtures both the plants and people she comes across	University Center		2018-01
tribute		Meyer "Mike" Chessin	Meyer "Mike" Chessin, UM Professor of Botany from 1949-1991. Dedicated Plant Scientist and Educator Activist for peace and the environment. Lover of people and the natural world. Seeker of unity and beauty everywhere	Ken Stolz, James and Patricia Habeck, Kelly Chadwick, Richard and E. Solberg, Charles Miller, Peter and Virginia Rice, Jean Pfeiffer		2020-03
tribute		James Brennan Clapp	In Loving Memory of James Brennan Clapp. August 8, 1948 - October 7, 2018. Forza Jim! Loved and remembered, now and forever	Which sister		2019-01
tribute		Mary Brennan Clapp	In loving memory of MARY BRENNAN CLAPP. June 4, 1884 - March 28, 1966. Mater Familias. Poet and scholar, cherished wife of C. H. Clapp. Beloved mother and grandmother	Which Sister		2020-01
tribute		Richard Paul Coombs	In memory of Richard Paul Coombs
tribute		Betty L. Csorosz	In remembrance of Betty L. Csorosz, April 7, 1927 - July 27, 2019. “I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree.”— Alfred Joyce Kilmer, February 1913. Csorosz Family Grove	Csorosz Family		2020-07
tribute		Lt. Col. Felix R. Csorosz	In honor of Lt. Col. Felix R. Csorosz, April 3, 1928 - August 21, 2020. From Maine to Montana “into the Wild Blue”. Csorosz Family Grove	Csorosz Family		2020-08
tribute		Kristine Csorosz	Kristine Csorosz, Defender of trees, Protector of wildlife, SAVE THE EARTH. “Don’t cut me down!” (and don’t limb me up either)	Kristine Csorosz		2020-012
tribute		Kristine Csoroscz	In honor ofKristine CsoroszUM Staff and StudentPresidential Meritorious Award 2004Outstanding Staff Award 2014From her sister, Carolyn	Carolyn Csorosz Payne		2020-10
tribute		Paul Csorosz	In honor of Paul Csorosz. Elrod Hall 1972-73. UM Table Tennis Champion 1973. Pharmacist. From his sisters, Carolyn and Kris	Carolyn Csorsosz Payne, Kristine Csorosz		2020-09
tribute		Nathan Dague	In memory of Nathan Dague. An inspiration in Life and Death			Spring 2004
tribute		Damian Diasamidze-Graham	In Loving Memory of Damian Diasamidze-Graham. October 20 - November 2, 2014			2015-103
tribute		Dr. Gerald Doty	To Honor Dr. Gerald Doty, Missoula Music Teachers Association member for 50 years. University of Montana music professor, 1958-1976. Presented by Missoula Music Teachers Association in celebration of Dr. Doty’s 100th birthday, October 3rd, 2009			T 2009
tribute		Lee Esbenshade	Remembering Lee Esbenshade (1961 -2019) You have taught us to bury our noses in the sugar-cookie crevices of ponderosas…. And to take the trees, and the world, into our arms			T 2020-04
tribute		Gerald Fetz, Ph.D.	In recognition of Gerald Fetz, Ph.D. for his vision as dean of the Davidson Honors College, 1999 - 2003
tribute		Geraldean Lynn Fluke	In Loving Memory of Geraldean Lynn Fluke. January 7, 1926 - October 19, 2019. A character of impeccable character who created joy and built resilience in us through wit and unconditional love.	Bobbie Evans		2020-021
tribute		Gordon Anthony Fluke	In Loving Memory of Gordon Anthony Fluke. February 25, 1923 - February 25, 2011. Let’s take our hearts for a walk in the woods and listen to the magic whispers of old trees.	Roberta “Bobbie” Evans		2020-05
tribute		Scott James Gooley	In loving memory of Scott James Gooley, January 30, 1974-August 29, 1998			Spring 1999
tribute		Clancy Gordon	Clancy Gordon, 1928 - 1981. Fought pollution with science and humor and left Montana a legacy of cleaner air and UM Environmental Studies to carry on the fight			2020-017
tribute		Teresa Hamann	Remembering Teresa Hamann, Archivist. Read a good book!
tribute		Barbara A. Hanson	In memory of Barbara A. Hanson			2001 Fall
tribute		Jim Hill	Celebrating the Life of Jim Hill, 1975 - 2002			Summer 2003
tribute		Martin and Hazel Huggins	A Growing Love for Martin and Hazel Huggins 1989			1989
tribute		Carl Huie	Dedicated in honor of Carl Huie, October 9, 1951 - May 11, 1981			2014
tribute		Chris Walter Johnson	In Memory of Chris Walter Johnson, Landscaper, Outdoorsman and Friend. May This Memory Flourish
tribute		Dorothy M. Johnson	Dorothy M. Johnson's "Hanging Tree" in memory of Dorothy M. Johnson, 1906 - 1984. Graduate of the University of Montana, Faculty Member in the School of Journalism and Author of "The Hanging Tree," "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" and "A Man Called Horse."	Planting and plaque organized by Charles Hood, Dean of Journalism
tribute		Jill Donnan Johnson	In remembrance of our cousin, Jill Donnan Johnson. January 14, 1962-December 6, 2016. “Never give up.”			2020-014
tribute		Craig Johnston	In memory of Craig Johnston, "Mentor, Colleague, Friend"			2011
tribute		Cathy Joy	Cathy Joy, Counselor 29 years of excellent care 1990-2019 Your work has made a lasting impact	Curry Health Center		2019-02
tribute		Marina Kanevskaya	Celebrating the Life of Marina Kanevskaya, 1956-2002. Assistant Professor of Russian. Fall 2002 by her Colleagues, Friends and Students			2003
tribute		Walter L Koostra	In Memory of Walter Koostra
tribute		Joseph 'Joe' Kramer	Joseph ‘Joe’ Kramer, Botany Beloved teacher & friend to all. 1888-1971 “That spark that once or twice you feel from teachers who you know are real lasts at least ten years — I know. I still feel Smoky Joe.” by Tony Carlson ’62, M.S. ’64			T 2020-018
tribute		Andrew Haft Kuhn	In Loving Memory of Andrew Haft Kuhn July 28, 1978 - November 17, 2008 Warm and compassionate, terribly funny Extraordinarily gifted...forever in our hearts			July 2009
tribute		Phillip David Kuhn	In Loving Memory of Phillip David Kuhn. July 16, 1983 - December 28, 2012. Full of life, full of love...Forever in our hearts.			July 2013
tribute		John Madden, Ph.D.	In recognition of John Madden, Ph.D.and his leadership as founding dean of theDavidson Honors College, 1991 - 1998
tribute		Ambassador Mike Mansfield	Donated in Appreciation of Amb. Mike Mansfield's Kindness to Students from Japan by the Glacier Club of Japan			2008 Spring
tribute		Ambassador Mike Mansfield	Donated in Appreciation of Amb. Mike Mansfield's Kindness to Students from Japan by the Glacier Club of Japan			2008 Spring
tribute		Carl Mathison	In Memory of Carl Mathison. Grounds Crew 1985 - 1990
tribute		Helen H. Peregoy + Henry and Inez Maury	In Loving Memory of Helen H. Peregoy, 1915-2003. She always maintained her equanimity. Henry Lowndes Maury, Jr., July 7, 1911 - December 11, 1975. Inez Halloran Maury, November 12, 1909 - February 22, 1984. "...the greatest of these is love."	Dr. Liz Maury	https://m.psecn.photoshelter.com/img-get2/I0000gFbhURAUUF4/sec=wdfsdfoeflwefms1440ed20240319m9YHZhGfVMoEtOD/fit=840	2020-024
tribute		Clary Kaufman Cory and Ethan Nicholas McAtee	In loving memory of Clary Kaufman Cory, 1921-2018, and Ethan Nicholas McAtee, 2010-2010			2019-04
tribute		James "Pork" McDonald	In Memory of James "Pork" McDonald, 1949 - 2017. Butte Booster			2017-104
tribute		Joshua Scott Messerle	In Memory of Joshua Scott Messerle. Donated by: Students of the College of Forestry and Conservation, Friday, May 4, 2007			2007
tribute		Wendi A. Miles	In memory of Wendi A. Miles			1998
tribute		Frances M. Miller	Frances M. Miller. A kind, compassionate woman who made true friends-of-the-heart wherever she went. From her friends and admirers at the Rural Institute on Disabilities 2002.			T 2002
tribute		Hiroko Nakamota	Planted in honor in Maureen and Mike Mansfield for their judgement, compassion, and generosity always shown to the people of Japan. Hiroko Nakamota Fall 2004: By her Colleagues, Friends and Students			2004 Fall
tribute		David Nicholas	In Fond Memory ofDavid NicholasDBS Graduate Student			2011
tribute		Mark R. Nord	In honor of Mark R. Nord UM Graduate Winter 1976 • UM Law School Graduate 1987 1971 -75 UM Men’s Basketball Team UM Grizzly Sports Hall of Fame 2010 “Courtesy, kindness, respect and love” Kristine	Kristine Csorosz		2020-016
tribute		Verna L. O'Larey	In Memory of Verna L. O'Larey. Donated by: Druids, Forestry Students Association and others of the School of Forestry Friday, May 8, 1997			2007
tribute		Zan Olsen	In honor of Zan Olsen. UM Graduate 1991, Computer Science UM Staff 1993-2018. “Always show up” One of the most dedicated and courageous people I know. A lover of plants, animals and photography. From Kristine, a friend and admirer.	Kris Csorscz		2020-013
tribute		Carolyn Csorosz Payne	A friend of the State of Montana ArboretumCarolyn Csorosz PayneUM Graduate 1987School of Education	Csorosz Family		2020-011
tribute		E.W. "Bert" Pfeiffer	Honoring E. W. “Bert” Pfeiffer (1915 - 2004). Devoted Teacher Always Striving for a Just and Humane World	Jean Pfeiffer		2020-02
tribute		Dr. William Reynolds	Planted in April 2020 in honor of the 90th birthday Dr. William Reynolds '52 Havre native, devoted husband and father, distinguished Missoula physician, beloved UM supporter and avid Griz fan	The University of Montana President's Office		2020-022
tribute		Rodney Rojan	In honor of our cousin Rodney Rojan Son of Hardy and Ethel Rojan Sentinel High School • University of Montana “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice” Human rights and dignity, respect and freedom, belong to all			2020-015
tribute		Bert R. Sappenfield	In loving memory of Bert R. Sappenfield. Professor of Psychology, 1941-1978			Fall 2000
tribute		"Shakespeare Trees"	Planted by Bo Brown, Richard James, and Larry Barsness. On April 23, 1964, honoring Shakespeare's 400th Birthday and his everlasting enrichment of our lives	Blakely Brown, Sarah McHugh, Melvon L. Ankeny		2020-020
tribute		Frank Jerry Shandorf	In Memory of Frank Jerry Shandorf. "Just right by golly"! Dedicated 4-30-2010
tribute		Pat and Carol Shelton	In Memory of Pat and Carol Shelton. "Forever in our hearts" "We are back home again" Spring 2006: By her Children: Sue, Patti and Jim. Sunday, May 21, 2006
tribute		Student Assault Resource Center	“In the midst of winter, I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer.”— Albert Camus In honor of the survivors of relationship and sexual violence, may you not only survive, but thrive. Lovingly, Student Advocacy Resource Center
tribute		Sam Sylvester	In Memory of Sam [Sly] Sylvester. Donated by: Students of Wilderness and Civilization, Family and Friends. Monday, May 4, 2009.
tribute		University of Montana botanists past and present	Honoring University of Montana botanists past and presentJoseph Kirkwood, C. Leo Hitchcock,LeRoy Harvey, Klaus Lackschewitz,Peter Stickney, Joe Elliott, Peter LesicaWith deep-rooted appreciationfrom the Montana Native Plant Society 2012	Montana Native Plant Society - Clark Fork Chapter		T 2012
tribute		University Employees	Dedicated to the good work of all University Employees. On the Employee Recognition Day of April 19, 2013. Tree Donated by Caras Nursery	Caras Nursery		2013
tribute		Alex Urman	In memory of Alex Urman, 1995 – 2017. B.S., Geosciences. At Home in Montana	Michael Urman Colleen Boyd M and G Show Low LLC		2020-023
tribute		Vicki Watson	Vicki Watson. Professor, Environmental Studies. A hardy warm country native graces the north.	Leonard Broberg, Patrick Burke and Daniel Spencer, Philip Condon, Neva Hassaneim, Ken Stolz, Kelly Chadwick, Robin Saha		2020-06
tribute		Kim Williams	The Kim Williams Linden Grove. In memory of Kim Williams (1923-1986)-naturalist, writer, radio commentator, good friend of the University of Montana and a woman of uncommon sense.
tribute		Cody Yuhas	In Memory of Cody Yuhas Class of 2014 “A great student, an even better person”			T 2014