Michael David McCaslin

Pendleton - Michael David McCaslin, 62, Pendleton, died February 18, 2010 at St. Vincent's Seton Hospital, Indianapolis, after a brief illness, surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born January 4, 1948 in Indianapolis, and had lived in the Anderson area since 1997. He retired in 1997 after 24 years of service from Sears working in both Michigan and Indianapolis. Michael was a 1972 graduate with BA Degree in Education / Physical Education from Transylvania University. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Order fraternity, where he had served as Vice President. He was the athletic trainer for the Transy Men's basketball team under head coach Lee Rose, member of the Transylvania golf team, lettering in 1970-71, coached by longtime friend, Roland Wierwille. Transylvania and the Pioneer Hall of Fame honored Mike in April, 2009 by creating the Michael D. McCaslin Award. This award acknowledged Mike, who against all odds, made extraordinary contributions to Transylvania and the Athletics Program. Mike was the first recipient of this award, and in the future it will be awarded to individuals who make the same extraordinary contributions while dealing with significant personal challenges. In 1985 Mike owned and drove the world's first joystick-operated van. In 1997, he was a guest of Japan's Secretary of Transportation and "Joy Project" in an effort to get the Government of Japan to amend their laws regarding the handicapped. A member of Indiana State Easter Seals Board for 4 years, he also served as a Junior Achievement advisor and teacher. Michael was also a member of Anderson Country Club. He is survived by his aunt & uncle, Bernice Swank of Conroe, TX and Jud Cox & wife, Mary Alice of Peru, IL; cousins, Nancy Harris of Conroe, TX, Philip Swank of Anderson, Annie Swank of Houston, TX, Sharon Hughes of Traverse City, MI, Bonnie McCaslin of Empire, MI and Jeff McCaslin of Walnut Creek, CA He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond E. & Marguerite Cox McCaslin; and a sister, Marta Ann McCaslin There will be Memorial Service held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 1215 Jackson St., Anderson, IN 46016, Transylvania University Alumni Office, 300 N. Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508, or a charity of the Donor's Choice. www.LooseFuneralHomes.com

Michael David McCaslin

January 4, 1948 - February 18, 2010