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brother, paternal grandparents and uncles, aunts and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents and
an uncle.
Jane V. Hopkins ('21), 68, entered her eternal home on Dec.
11, 2022. One of eight siblings, Jane was born in Philadelphia,
educated in the School District of Yeadon and graduated
from Pierce College. Her work experience included time at
Reliance Insurance Company and the Pepsi-Cola Company,
among others. After giving her life to Christ at a young age,
Jane also furthered her education at Grand Canyon University
and, after earning her bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies at
LBC, was working on her master's degree in theology from
United Lutheran Seminary at the time of her passing. She loved
serving at her church in a variety of ministries and worshipping
every Sunday. She was a contributing author of two books:
" What's God Got to Do with It? " and " Queens Who Defied the
Odds. " She is survived by a sister, brother, nieces, nephews,
godchildren and many friends.
Faculty & Staff
Donna F. " Nan " Bonsell, 90, passed away Jan. 19, 2023. Nan
worked at Lancaster Bible College from 1971 to 1973 as well as
for five years prior to that at Lancaster Christian School. She
was married to her husband, Gilbert, for 62 years before his
death in 2021. They were active, lifelong members of Lancaster
Alliance Church. Nan was a devoted mother and grandmother
and is survived by a daughter, son, three grandsons, a
granddaughter, a sister, sister-in-law and numerous nieces
and nephews.
Dr. Ronald Gibson went home to be
with the Lord on Dec. 28, 2022, at
the age of 88. Dr. Gibson joined the
LBC family in 1965 and taught various
courses in the Bible, Biblical Counseling
and Pastoral Studies departments. He
wore many " hats " at LBC, including
Athletic Director, Coach and Dean of
Men. While serving as a professor, he
was pastor at Calvary Bible Church
of Mount Joy and later at Christian
Fellowship Church in New Holland. He
departed full-time teaching at LBC in 1992 for his pastor role
and continued in an adjunct faculty role through at least 2009.
Ron had a faithful partner, supporter and encourager in his wife
of 65 years, Donna. Their three daughters-Rhonda Cochran
('79), Tammi Nash ('81) and Josie Feeman ('83)-all attended
LBC. For decades, the Gibsons partnered with LBC in serving,
praying, giving and influencing, leaving an enduring legacy on
the lives of countless students. For their service to the college,
the Gibsons were honored with the Barnabas Award in 1992
and the Mantle of Leadership Award in 2003. Additionally, Ron
was awarded the rank of Distinguished Professor in 2006, and
a student lounge in the upper level of Miller Hall was named
Gibson Lounge in his honor. In a 2006 letter to then-President
Peter W. Teague, Dr. Gibson shared, " It was by God's astounding
grace that He has equipped and allowed me to serve Him as
a teacher and pastor. I rejoice in the privilege and blessing I
have had to teach and serve at Lancaster Bible College for over
forty years. " Besides his wife and daughters, he is survived by 10
grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and his sister.
Gilbert " Gil " Gregory Sr., 93, of Calvary
Fellowship Homes in Lancaster, met
Jesus on March 29, 2023. Born in
Baltimore, he was married to the late
Nancy (Schaeffer), who passed away
in March 2017. Mr. Gregory served
Lancaster Bible College for many years
beginning in 1972-as Admissions
Counselor, Registrar and Corporation
Member. Mrs. Gregory also served
the college in food service, and Gil
could often be found in the college kitchen when Nancy was
cooking. As a member of Calvary Church, he served as elder,
Sunday School Superintendent and teacher. A graduate of
The King's College, he is survived by four children and their
spouses: Deborah (John) Riddell, Nancy (Gregory '81) and
Robert ('81) Davis, Gordon ('82) and Elizabeth (Lockhart
'82 & '12) Gregory, and Jeffrey (Lisa) Gregory, along with
12 grandchildren, including Eric Gregory ('10 & '22), Laura
(Gregory '12) and Daniel ('12) McAllister and Jessica (Gregory
'17) Jones, plus 18 great-grandchildren. He will be fondly
remembered at LBC for finding " where the party was " and for
his love of reading, Baltimore sports and dessert.
Professor Emeritus Dr. Edgar O.
Johnston, 84, went into the presence
of God on March 3, 2023, after a long
battle with cancer. The Houston native
studied philosophy at the University of
Houston, where he met and married
Lieselotte " Lilo " Giebel, a German native.
Dr. Johnston earned a master's degree
from Westminster Theological Seminary
as well as a master's and PhD from
Dropsie College. He was awarded the
title of Professor Emeritus at LBC | Capital in 2018 in recognition
of his years of faithful service, having taught for 33 years at the
Center for Urban Theological Studies (CUTS), which became
LBC | Capital - Philadelphia in 2015. Besides his wife of 56 years,
he is also survived by a sister, two sons, eight grandchildren
and eight great-grandchildren.
Dr. Carl Edward Sanders II, 64, passed
away from a rare form of cancer on
March 6, 2023. A Michigan native,
Dr. Sanders married his wife, Carla
Johnson, in 1981 and was a longtime
educator at the college and seminary
level, including at Bethel University and
Northwestern College, both in St. Paul,
Minn., and at Washington Bible College
from 2003 to 2013, where he served
as Bible & Theology Department Chair.
At LBC | Capital, he was a Professor of Theology from 2013
to 2022. Carl was well-liked by his students for his down-toearth
presentation of Bible doctrine-students quickly learned
that he loved talking about theology and had a quick wit. He
was keenly interested in urban ministry and served in racially
diverse congregations for many years. In the last 12 years of his
life, Carl was involved in ministry to mainland Chinese students
and visiting scholars. Besides his wife, he is survived by two
sons and their spouses, two daughters, his father, a brother,
sister and four grandchildren.
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