OAPT Past Presidents
A Legacy of Leadership–
Honoring the Past Presidents of the Ohio Association for Pupil Transportation
It is a true privilege to serve as president of this incredible association. Over the years, many outstanding leaders have guided the Ohio Association for Pupil Transportation, shaping its vision, values, and impact. We honor these individuals for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to advancing safe and efficient student transportation across Ohio.
A Lasting Legacy
Each of these leaders has left their mark on the Ohio Association for Pupil Transportation. Their vision, service, and dedication have built the foundation we continue to grow upon today.
“Leadership is not about titles — it’s about impact, influence, and inspiration.”
Past Presidents of OAPT
1960s-1970
Thelma O’Donnell – 1969–1970
Lawrence Pugsley – 1970–1971
Paul J. Orvos – 1971–1972
Unknown – 1972–1973
Larry Pugsley – 1973–1974
George Sontag, Jr. – 1974–1975
Roy Grossman – 1975–1976
Thelma O’Donnell – 1976–1977
Huey Pacey – 1977–1978
Judy McDermott – 1978–1979
Jim Randall – 1979–1980
1980s
John Crall – 1980–1981
Ray MacEacheron – 1981–1982
Betty Stephan – 1982–1983
Wilford Slusher – 1983–1984
Dave Decsman – 1984–1985
Myrtle Stewart /Dodd Tonges – 1985–1986
Doug Winner – 1986–1987
William Rice/ Myrtle Stewart / Jim Donavon – 1987–1988
Myrtle Stewart – 1988–1989
Larry Lane – 1989–1990
1990s
Marty Johnson – 1990–1991
Dick Holbrook – 1991–1992
Joetta Goode – 1992–1993
Malinda Fisher – 1993–1994
Bob Skelton – 1994–1995
Dave Samuel – 1995–1996
Pete Japikse – 1996–1997
Bill Lewis – 1997–1998
George Sontag, III – 1998–1999
Dan Marling/Malinda Fisher – 1999–2000
Malinda Fisher – 2000–2001
2000s
Claudia Fowler – 2001–2002
Naomi McFarlin – 2002–2003
Randy Bradford – 2003–2004
Barb Weiford – 2004–2005
Sharon DeYoung – 2005–2006
Dan Girvin – 2006–2007
Sharon Stark – 2007–2008
Jack Haag – 2008–2009
Mike Miller – 2009–2010
Dan Girvin – 2010–2011
2010s
Tim Cox – 2011–2012
Steve Simmons, III – 2012–2013
Jeff Vrabel, Sr. – 2013–2014
Brad Aemisegger – 2014–2015
Jeff Vrabel, Sr. – 2015–2016
Mike Miller – 2016–2017
Ellen Moser – 2017–2018
David Oglesby – 2018–2019
Melody Coniglio – 2019–2020
2020s
Randy Snyder – 2020–2021
Theresa Ritchie – 2021–2022
Todd Silverthorn – 2022–2023
Mike Miller – 2023–2024
Mike Miller – 2024–2025
