WorldWide Drilling Resource

14 SEPTEMBER 2018 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® In Memoriam Jason Ralph Cadwallader (1975~2018) The WWDR Team was shocked and saddened to learn of the May 4, 2018, passing of Jason Ralph Cadwallader. Born on August 27, 1975, in Monroe, Louisiana, Jason graduated from Huntsville High School, then received his bachelors degree in business/human resource management from Baylor University in Texas. Anyone who spent time around Jason would certainly hear about Jesus, the redemptive work of his Savior, his treasured family, and drilling water wells. He was a full-time dad, and spent hours with each of his four children, whether it was rodeoing with Alli Paige, playing basketball with Caleb, working at Holly Water Wells with J.K., or swinging with Mariclay. When Jason wasn’t ministering to his family, who he called his first mission field, he was focused on people. He will forever be remembered as a leader in the community and Lonestar Cowboy Church. He was a passionate man who touched numerous lives. He was a true example of walking the walk and talking the talk. Inheriting his father Ralph’s passion for the water well industry, he went above and beyond with Holly Water Wells, and in typical Jason fashion, he became President and Director At Large of the Texas Ground Water Association (TGWA), named TGWA Contractor of the Year in 2018, and used his knowledge and passion to drill water wells in third-world countries through mission work. Jason is survived by his wife and best friend Shelby; beloved children Alli Paige, Caleb, J.K., and Mariclay; his mother Sandy, and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his father Ralph A. Cadwallader. Michael E. “Mike” Keen, Sr. (1952~2018) Michael E. “Mike” Keen, Sr. of Lakeland, Florida, born in Plant City on August 20, 1952, passed away June 1, 2018. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served during the Vietnam War. A member of the National Ground Water Association, Mike was a Master Ground Water Contractor. He enjoyed helping people, fishing, and tinkering with everything. Mike was always ready with a smile and a bear hug. He was a “mountain of a man” with a giving soul, and no matter what was needed or when, he would be there. Mike is survived by his wife of 20 years, Debra; children Angela (Johnny), Brittani (Adam), David (Katie), and Michael, Jr. (Jenn); 16 grandchildren; his mother Ruth; and sisters Gina and Belinda “Bendy”(Geno). Matthew “Matt” Pisanchyn (1989~2018) With heavy hearts, Acker Drill Company informed of the tragic passing of employee Matthew “Matt” Pisanchyn of South Abington Township, Pennsylvania, on July 28, 2018, due to injuries sus- tained in a car accident. After graduating high school in 2007, Matt earned his bachelor of arts degree in history and German from Temple University in 2011, then a bachelor of science in geology from Bloomsburg University in 2013. On a whim, Matt walked through the door at Acker Drill Company three years ago looking for an application. The Acker Team will forever be grateful he did. Known as “Junior” at work, Matt soon became a member of the company family. He jumped right into the export sales department and made friends all over the globe. His vast knowledge of history made it easy for him to deal with people from many countries. Matt had an introspective view of the world, and was fascinated by ancient Roman history, antique silver, and all things culinary. His family was exposed to cultures and cuisines from all over the world, thanks to his curiosities, interests, and the time he took to translate ancient Roman cookbooks. He was also a voracious reader and absorbed knowledge, which he shared with anyone who was lucky enough to be in his presence. Matt is survived by his parents Gary and Ann; brother Daniel; sister Amy; maternal grandmother Dorothy; paternal grand- parents Joseph and Dorothy; and many extended relatives. The management and staff of WWDR extend their heartfelt sympathies to these industry gentlemen’s family, friends, and colleagues. Lest we forget... WWDR photo of the always- smiling Jason during the 2018 TGWA event. This WWDR photo of Mike was taken at the Franklin Electric booth during Southwest Mississippi College’s Well Drillers Continuing Education Seminar in 2015.