Washburn plans memorial service for faculty member, wife who died in northeast Kansas crash
TOPEKA (KSNT) - Washburn University is set to hold a memorial service for a faculty member who lost his life alongside his wife in a northeast Kansas crash late last year.
The university announced on Jan. 24 that it will be holding a service on campus at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30 inside the Memorial Union at the A&B Room for Dr. Dave Provorse and his wife, Marcia. The couple lost their lives in a crash in Brown County on Dec. 20, 2024. People who are unable to attend the service in person can tune in virtually through YouTube.
"Dave and Marcia touched countless lives and will be missed beyond words. We invite you to join us in honoring their lives and legacy at our upcoming memorial service."
Washburn University social media statement excerpt
Provorse spent more than 30 years at Washburn University with the psychology department. He also recently received the Ned Fleming Excellence in Teaching Award which is presented annually to a faculty member who has demonstrated a high level of excellence in teaching.
People who wish to honor the legacy of Dave and Marcia are encouraged to consider a memorial contribution to Washburn University's Master's Degree Psychology Scholarship fund which the couple helped establish. You can send gifts online by clicking here or by sending gifts through the mail to the Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation at 1729 Southwest MacVicar Avenue.
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