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43 CALF News • June | July 2021 • www.calfnews.net Trail’s End TERRY J. KLOPFENSTEIN , 82, Lincoln, Neb., passed away April 30, 2021. After completing his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees from The Ohio State University, Terry joined the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) as a ruminant nutritionist in 1965. Calling it his “dream job”, Terry had only one position at UNL – ruminant researcher and teacher. Terry held the University of Nebraska Wagner Professorship from 1989-2007. As one of the premier research programs at UNL and nationwide, his findings have had a tremendous economic impact on cattle feeding in Nebraska and the nation. Terry was a pioneer in using corn byproducts from the ethanol and sweetener industries to supplement cattle feeding creating a win-win-win scenario for cattle feeders, grain farmers and the milling industries. Principles learned in the evaluation of protein sources, protein requirements and growing/finishing systems have been used by the feed and livestock industries. For many years, Terry was the leader of the ruminant nutrition program at Nebraska, both on campus and with the research and development centers across the state. In 2003, an endowed fund was established in his honor at the University of Nebraska Foundation in recognition of his teaching accomplishments and contribution to the beef feedlot industry. Today, the funds provide support and recognition for students with an interest in beef production. Throughout his career at UNL, Terry worked closely with the agriculture industries. He was recognized with the highest honors possible: Plains Nutrition Legends of Feedlot Nutri- tion, Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Industry Leadership Award and Nebraska Farm Bureau Silver Eagle Award.  DON SMITH, 86, Tribune, Kan., passed away April 4, 2021. He owned and oper- ated Smith Ranch Co./Smith Cattle Inc., a ranching, feedlot and farming business, from 1958 until his retirement in 2003. He was a 62-year member of the Kansas Livestock Association (KLA), joining in 1959. Don served as KLA president in 1983 and chairman of the KLA Cattle Feed- ers Council from 1980 to 1981. He also was president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in 1991.  Terry J. Klopfenstein Don Smith Vivace and were warmly welcomed not only by the staff, but also the unforgettable aroma of an authentic Italian kitchen. We opted to sit on the patio, which is a beautiful setting around a large water fountain, just like the ones you see in the piazzas in Italy. No outdoor heaters or COVID tents required here – the warmth of the Sonoran Desert provided a welcome change of scenery and, literally, a breath of fresh air. The Catalina Mountains that evening were illuminated by the moonlight – an amazing sight indeed. Our server, Vanessa, was a true professional. She knew a lot about the history of the restaurant and even laughed at my prom story from decades ago. (Note to self, I sort of age myself quite a bit telling that story, and perhaps I should stop). Van- essa also was very well versed with the menu, and she made some great recommendations. I enjoyed a very memorable USDA Prime cut of Seared Filet of Beef, perfectly seasoned and prepared with a Madeira wine sauce over sauteed spinach and creamy polenta. Lawren chose the Barramundi, which was a special that night. We had a great time relaxing and enjoying the food, some great wine and the warm atmosphere. For dessert, Vanessa surprised us with some of the best tira- misu I can remember, capping off a wonderful evening. Now I’ve had two memorable evenings at this place and, like a lot of things in life, it gets better over time. We went on to have a great weekend with our friends in Tucson, and I will always fondly remember my 50 th birthday trip. Tucson is a place where we hope to spend more time in the next few years, and you can bet that Vivace will be our go-to. It may have been 32 years since I last visited this place, but it certainly won’t be that long before we visit Vivace once again. 