Memorial and Estate Scholarships
Dr. James Dunbar
Dr. James Dunbar was born November 11, 1921, to Felton and Eilleen Dunbar. He attended Mountain Home Public Schools, graduating first in his class in 1941. He attended Washington University in St. Louis later switching to the University of Arkansas. After graduating UA, James joined the Navy and completed training at the University of Arkansas Medical School in Little Rock. After an internship at the Lutheran Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, he was put in charge of the U. S. Navy Hospital at Truk in the South Pacific for two years.
In 1951, Dr. Dunbar returned home to open a private medical office in the Cooper Drug Store. He worked six days a week, charging $2.00 a visit. He eventually raised his rates to $5.00 a visit.
Dr. Dunbar passed away on December 23, 1989. Having never married, he left his estate to Mountain Home Public Schools, where he began his education. He earmarked the money for a scholarship fund. Because of Dr. Dunbar's generous gift, the Mountain Home Education Foundation was created. The Mountain Home Education Foundation receives yearly interest from Dr. Dunbar’s estate to distribute as scholarships and teaching grants to Mountain Home students and teachers.
Dr. James Dunbar was born November 11, 1921, to Felton and Eilleen Dunbar. He attended Mountain Home Public Schools, graduating first in his class in 1941. He attended Washington University in St. Louis later switching to the University of Arkansas. After graduating UA, James joined the Navy and completed training at the University of Arkansas Medical School in Little Rock. After an internship at the Lutheran Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, he was put in charge of the U. S. Navy Hospital at Truk in the South Pacific for two years.
In 1951, Dr. Dunbar returned home to open a private medical office in the Cooper Drug Store. He worked six days a week, charging $2.00 a visit. He eventually raised his rates to $5.00 a visit.
Dr. Dunbar passed away on December 23, 1989. Having never married, he left his estate to Mountain Home Public Schools, where he began his education. He earmarked the money for a scholarship fund. Because of Dr. Dunbar's generous gift, the Mountain Home Education Foundation was created. The Mountain Home Education Foundation receives yearly interest from Dr. Dunbar’s estate to distribute as scholarships and teaching grants to Mountain Home students and teachers.
Bertha and Kirby Smith
Bertha Montgomery was born and raised in Wiseman, Arkansas, located in Izard County. Bertha married Kirby Smith and the couple moved to Baxter County, Arkansas. Kirby Smith was a Mountain Home businessman who built the Mountain Home Motel while also establishing a motel in Lakeview, Arkansas. Bertha was a life long educator teaching fourth grade in the Mountain Home Public Schools until she retired. While Kirby and Bertha never had any children of their own, they loved every child that came across their paths. Their legacy continues to touch lives through the scholarship given in their honor.
Bertha Montgomery was born and raised in Wiseman, Arkansas, located in Izard County. Bertha married Kirby Smith and the couple moved to Baxter County, Arkansas. Kirby Smith was a Mountain Home businessman who built the Mountain Home Motel while also establishing a motel in Lakeview, Arkansas. Bertha was a life long educator teaching fourth grade in the Mountain Home Public Schools until she retired. While Kirby and Bertha never had any children of their own, they loved every child that came across their paths. Their legacy continues to touch lives through the scholarship given in their honor.
Teresa Ott
If you asked anyone who knew Teresa to describe her, the one word you would hear most often is “beautiful.” She was indeed! But, Teresa was also someone you would have loved to have as a friend or classmate. She had a way of immediately putting you at ease with her beaming smile and fun-loving personality. After having dribbled a basketball, cheered on the Bombers, and winning top dance awards, she graduated from Mountain Home High School in 1981.
The Teresa Ott Family Father: Virgil Ott, Jr. (Doris) Mother: The late Mary (Ott) Smith (Kent) Sister and Brother-in-Law: Letha and Rick Mahan Nephews: Brook and Keri Mahan and Family Benji and Kelly Mahan and Family Sister and Brother-in-Law: Sheryl and Marion Drobny Niece: Ashley (Tarver) and Jay Whitworth and Family.
If you asked anyone who knew Teresa to describe her, the one word you would hear most often is “beautiful.” She was indeed! But, Teresa was also someone you would have loved to have as a friend or classmate. She had a way of immediately putting you at ease with her beaming smile and fun-loving personality. After having dribbled a basketball, cheered on the Bombers, and winning top dance awards, she graduated from Mountain Home High School in 1981.
The Teresa Ott Family Father: Virgil Ott, Jr. (Doris) Mother: The late Mary (Ott) Smith (Kent) Sister and Brother-in-Law: Letha and Rick Mahan Nephews: Brook and Keri Mahan and Family Benji and Kelly Mahan and Family Sister and Brother-in-Law: Sheryl and Marion Drobny Niece: Ashley (Tarver) and Jay Whitworth and Family.
Genevieve MacHarg
These $1000 scholarships go to five graduates each year who have maintained a 3.0 GPA and intend to major in the fields of math or science. Genevieve was a wonderful partner to the MHEF who enjoyed the churches, clubs, and great friendships she made through the years. In her obituary from 2013, Genevieve asked that we please fervently pray and stay actively involved in keeping America forever "One Nation Under God."
These $1000 scholarships go to five graduates each year who have maintained a 3.0 GPA and intend to major in the fields of math or science. Genevieve was a wonderful partner to the MHEF who enjoyed the churches, clubs, and great friendships she made through the years. In her obituary from 2013, Genevieve asked that we please fervently pray and stay actively involved in keeping America forever "One Nation Under God."
Louis and Margie Knight
Louis and Margie Knight were not only cornerstones of our family, but also of our church and community. They demonstrated to us, through their daily lives, the importance of nurturing and caring for others. Grandpa was a veteran of World War II. Grandma was a member of the Extension Homemakers Club. Together they raised eight children, were instrumental in re-opening the church of their childhood, traveled the country as founding members of the Ozark Quartet, and owned their own businesses.
We wish that you could have eaten a piece of Grandma’s apple pie, and heard Grandpa sing Amazing Grace! But, most importantly, we are honored to pass along this scholarship to you in hopes that in turn, you offer the same kind of support and encouragement to others in the future.
Louis and Margie Knight were not only cornerstones of our family, but also of our church and community. They demonstrated to us, through their daily lives, the importance of nurturing and caring for others. Grandpa was a veteran of World War II. Grandma was a member of the Extension Homemakers Club. Together they raised eight children, were instrumental in re-opening the church of their childhood, traveled the country as founding members of the Ozark Quartet, and owned their own businesses.
We wish that you could have eaten a piece of Grandma’s apple pie, and heard Grandpa sing Amazing Grace! But, most importantly, we are honored to pass along this scholarship to you in hopes that in turn, you offer the same kind of support and encouragement to others in the future.
Bouraeda, Gammill & Bryant
This $1,000 scholarship goes to a student who is majoring in foreign language or education. The scholarship is given in memory of 1986 MHHS Graduate Rhonda Gammill-Bouraeda who was a dedicated educator, family member, and friend. The scholarship also memorializes Rhonda's uncle James Bryant, who graduated from MHHS in 1964 and gave back to his community for decades. Special thanks to Mrs. Helen Gammill -- Rhonda's mother and James's sister -- for her work as a MHPS educator and supporter of the MHEF.
This $1,000 scholarship goes to a student who is majoring in foreign language or education. The scholarship is given in memory of 1986 MHHS Graduate Rhonda Gammill-Bouraeda who was a dedicated educator, family member, and friend. The scholarship also memorializes Rhonda's uncle James Bryant, who graduated from MHHS in 1964 and gave back to his community for decades. Special thanks to Mrs. Helen Gammill -- Rhonda's mother and James's sister -- for her work as a MHPS educator and supporter of the MHEF.
Dr. Simon Abraham
This $500 scholarship goes to a top MHHS graduate. Dr. Simon Abraham and his wife Annie raised their four children in Mountain Home. They showed their continued support of MHPS students by leaving their clinic building and land to the Foundation to encourage MHPS students' educational endeavors for years to come.
This $500 scholarship goes to a top MHHS graduate. Dr. Simon Abraham and his wife Annie raised their four children in Mountain Home. They showed their continued support of MHPS students by leaving their clinic building and land to the Foundation to encourage MHPS students' educational endeavors for years to come.
Patty Ross Marion
Patty Marion was a beloved business teacher at Mountain Home High School. She was also a devoted wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, and best friend. She was passionate about business education, and her memorial scholarship is awarded annually to a student who was active in FBLA and plans to work in the business field.
Patty Marion was a beloved business teacher at Mountain Home High School. She was also a devoted wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, and best friend. She was passionate about business education, and her memorial scholarship is awarded annually to a student who was active in FBLA and plans to work in the business field.
Mildred S. Griffin
This $500 scholarship goes to a graduate who maintained a 3.0 GPA during high school. The Mountain Home Education Foundation is honored that Mildred S. Griffin selected our organization as a way to leave a profound, impactful legacy.
This $500 scholarship goes to a graduate who maintained a 3.0 GPA during high school. The Mountain Home Education Foundation is honored that Mildred S. Griffin selected our organization as a way to leave a profound, impactful legacy.
Sue Knight
This $500 scholarship is given in memory of Sue Knight, who was a longtime friend and partner of the MHEF. She worked at KTLO Classic Hits and The Boot for more than 40 years. She loved to garden, read, travel, and spend time with family. Her memory lives on through the many people she loved, and we are honored her family chose the MHEF as a gift recipient when she passed away in February. We are grateful to Sue for the value she placed on the educations of the students in our community.
This $500 scholarship is given in memory of Sue Knight, who was a longtime friend and partner of the MHEF. She worked at KTLO Classic Hits and The Boot for more than 40 years. She loved to garden, read, travel, and spend time with family. Her memory lives on through the many people she loved, and we are honored her family chose the MHEF as a gift recipient when she passed away in February. We are grateful to Sue for the value she placed on the educations of the students in our community.
Lucas Todd
This $600 scholarship is given to a MHHS graduate who displays a strong work ethic and is involved in numerous activities both inside and outside of school. Lucas Todd would have graduated from MHHS this year and was an incredible student, athlete, and person. He was a friend to many through his dedication to Boy Scouts, Bomber Cross Country and Track, Bomber Band, and his church. The MHEF appreciates Lucas's father Mike Todd for creating this fund as a celebration of his son's impact on our lives.
This $600 scholarship is given to a MHHS graduate who displays a strong work ethic and is involved in numerous activities both inside and outside of school. Lucas Todd would have graduated from MHHS this year and was an incredible student, athlete, and person. He was a friend to many through his dedication to Boy Scouts, Bomber Cross Country and Track, Bomber Band, and his church. The MHEF appreciates Lucas's father Mike Todd for creating this fund as a celebration of his son's impact on our lives.
Mike Huett
This $500 scholarship is given each year in memory of Mike Huett, a 1964 MHHS graduate, who worked as a civil engineer after receiving his bachelor's degree from University of Missouri - Rolla and his master's degree from University of Arkansas. Mike was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We are grateful to Mike's family for honoring him through this annual scholarship.
This $500 scholarship is given each year in memory of Mike Huett, a 1964 MHHS graduate, who worked as a civil engineer after receiving his bachelor's degree from University of Missouri - Rolla and his master's degree from University of Arkansas. Mike was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We are grateful to Mike's family for honoring him through this annual scholarship.
Dorothy Arkauskas
This $2,000 endowed scholarship will pay out over four years to a deserving MHHS graduate. Dorothy moved to the Mountain Home area in 1973, where she lived for 40 years until her death. She was involved in civic organizations and was a friend to many.
This $2,000 endowed scholarship will pay out over four years to a deserving MHHS graduate. Dorothy moved to the Mountain Home area in 1973, where she lived for 40 years until her death. She was involved in civic organizations and was a friend to many.
Additional Memorial Scholarships
Nell Powell WrightBrendan Losurdo
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Louise TempelmeierLucille Carlson
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