Category: Staff

Clark G. Ohnesorge, age 63, passed away at his home in Northfield on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Since 1998, Clark held various roles at Carleton, including Assistant Professor of Psychology (1998-1999), Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology (2005-2007), Admissions Reader (2016), and most recently as a Research Associate in the Psychology Department. A St. Olaf graduate, Clark gained his PhD in Cognitive Science from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. An accomplished violinist, he will be remembered for his music, together with his service to his community on the Board of the Just Foods Co-op.

Barbara Louise Johnson, former Treasurer and VP of Finance at Carleton, passed away April 25, 2024. Johnson served Carleton until 2007, after-which she became the Vice Chancellor for Business & Finance at the University of Nebraska Kearney. Upon her retirement, she returned to Northfield. Barbara has degrees from Hampton Institute (now University) and Atlanta University. In addition to Barbara’s academic excellence and love of education, she also had a love of the arts. She loved to paint abstract pictures as well as sketch. She loved to collect black art, listen to jazz, Earth, Wind and Fire, cook, host college faculty/students, dance to 70’s & 80’s music, travel, and visit museums.

Pamela Lee Germundson passed away on August 31, 2024, after serving Carleton for 21 years as heavy duty custodian. She retired in 2006. Born on May 6, 1944, Pamela was a long-time resident of Northfield, a cherished member of her community, and a devoted caretaker to numerous beloved cats throughout her life.

Jerry M. Ashleson passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 16, 2024. Jerry served in food service at Carleton until 1997, eventually becoming Head Custodian of the Rec. Center before retiring in 2006. He enjoyed playing pool, golfing, playing cards, raising tropical fish, and fishing. He is survived by his children, Michelle Ashleson of Faribault and William Ashleson (and special friend Jessica Sanderson) of Kasson, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Danny Mathews passed away on March 30, 2024. Danny served Carleton as Director of the Gender and Sexuality Center from December 2018 until August 2023.

Joey Appleyard died March 3, 2024, at age 85. She was a Carleton employee for 13 years from 1970 to 1983. She began as the Secretary in the English Department & Managing Editor of the Carleton Miscellany. From 1973 to 1983 she was the Student Work Coordinator.

Cindy Grisim died December 20, 2023, at age 67. She was a Carleton employee for 35 years, from 1988 to 2023. She began as an Information Specialist in Central Records and was a Records System Coordinator in External Relations from 2002 to 2023.

Eugene “Gene” Ecklund died November 29, 2023, at age 90. He was a Carleton employee from 1980 to 1997, working as a purchasing agent in Facilities and the Business Office.

David Quanbeck died November 18, 2023, at age 85. He was a Carleton Development Officer from 1992 to 2005.