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Volume 2, Number 10, May 1998
MIDNIGHT
SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter for
Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org
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From: Kim Barrett Green kgreen@scientech.com (1983) Date: Tue, 5 May 1998 Subject: Update
An alumnus from 1982 told me about the website. Occupation: Nuclear Engineer. Spouse: Brian, Children: Abigail 9 months
Since High School: working and being a mom
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Hill - the greatest math teacher, caring and wise man. Mr. Boyd - the greatest history teacher, made learning fun. Ms. Hartman - cool chemistry teacher
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From: James W McDaniel McDanielJW@aol.com (1979) Date: Tue, 5 May 1998 Subject: Update
I just happened to find the Peary website while searching net. Occupation: Insurance Agent, Spouse: Kimberly DeVine McDaniel (1979), Children: Kristen 12, Jimmy 8, Joseph 6
Since High School: Currently Own & Operate The McDaniel Group. An Independent Insurance Agency in Gaithersburg. Also the Mayor (President of Civic Association) in Boyds.
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From: Tom Sandoe tsan12345@aol.com (1975) Date: Wed, 6 May 1998 Subject: Update
How found? My brothers (steve - 1973, mike - 1980). Occupation: Urban entomologist, Spouse: Florine (Flo), Children: Krisi Sandoe (21) Kevin Sandoe (18)
Memorable Incident: Yes. "Student Day", 1973. The students could teach or do anything they wanted for the day. Dr. Dunn had cancelled "Student Day" and the whole school protested by walking out. It was incredible seeing thousands of students say together in one voice, "we're not gonna take it any more". There was a march to the Board of Education in Rockville to protest. When it passed, I remember that there was a concert in the gym.
Since High School: Purdue Univ. '75-'79/ US EPA '80-'82/ Founder of charitable organ. '82-'85/ Fairfax Co. Health Dept. '85-'87/ indep.contract.'88-'91/ business owner '91-'95/ OTR trucking '96-'98. Married 1976 (2 children)/Divorced 1982. Re-married 1990 (no kids).... still going strong with this one!
Future Plans: get back into my field (urban entomology), enjoy the good life in Las Vegas, and watch the kids have grandkids
Memorable Teachers: No doubt about this one....Mr. Clarke, for his uncompromising devotion to the pipe band, the trip to Scotland, his great sense of humor and all the wonderful pipe band memories of events we participated in and enjoyed. Thanks, Bob!
Comments: Hi, Lisa. Hey, Neal. Thanks, Bob Lau!
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From: Albert Fletcher no e-mail address submitted (1963) Date: Thu, 7 May 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Susan Wood Class of '66. Currently, I have no access to Internet other than through a co-worker.
Occupation: Printer, Spouse: Judith Wood Fletcher, also class of 63; Judith's Occupation: Secretary, Children: We have 3 Children they are Sherry 28 Amy 27 and Jason 25
Memorable Incidents: Too many to mention
Since High School: Raising a family and working. I currently work for Ross Labs a division of Abbott labs. Looking forward to retirement and travel.
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From: Meredith Way Morris meredithwm@aol.com (1974) Date: Thu, 7 May 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from Reina Cohen Sprankle ("she who knows all"). Occupation: Domestic Goddess/Dog Mom, Spouse: Adrian
Memorable Incidents: All the great times getting to and being a part of the basketball and football games with Janet Honeycutt, Lisa Mason, and Debbie Tompkins. The pep rallies and Senior Girls Chorus Line. Going to Hot Shoppes and of course Emersons with the gang - Reina, Candi, Rosemary, Kathy, etc. And of course Mr. Clarke and Mr. Boyds classes are never to be forgotten!
Since High School: My life has been busy and active with lots of opportunity for travel abroad. I have worked closely with computers and done desktop publishing privately and helpdesk support using the macintosh for a major client of GE's, plus worked for a solar power company. Currently my husband Adrian and I live on a idyllic 10 acre property that we found in Darnestown. I've put the pursuit of my undergraduate degree in Psychology on hold to enjoy living on our little farm where I take care of numerous animals. My hobby is dogs, specifically Lhasa Apso's which I show and occasionally breed. However, I am most active as the Chairperson for the Central MD Lhasa Apso Fanciers Rescue. It is very rewarding (and difficult) to help homeless animals find responsible loving homes. So anyone out there who thinks they would be interested in a small fuzzy dog should give me a buzz.
Future Plans: To continue working with my Lhasa's and complete my degree in Psychology (one more year).
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Clarke and Mr. Boyd for their inspired teaching and easy going, approachable attitudes. Injecting humor into learning worked well for everyone and secured a place in the hearts of all their students over all these years! I'd love to see them at the next reunion. Mr. Travers for being such a great person who was a very special friend to me. I'll regret losing touch with him forever. Ms. Dawson for being such a super teacher who's classes were always such a bright spot in my days.
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From: Marjorie Bowser Hewitt hewittc@erols.com (1978) Date: Thu, 7 May 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from The Gazette article. Occupation: Managing Director of the Aspin Hill Pet Cemetery and the Chesapeake Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS ownes the cemetery). Spouse: Christopher, Children: Lynn 11 years - born 10/86, Paul 8 years - born 9/89, Jennifer 6 years - born 8/91
Memorable Incident: The death of Cathy Beatty
Since High School: Loving life! Been happily married 16 years and raising 3 wonderful children. I enjoy operating the Pet Cemetery (sounds strange huh?) but I really enjoy helping people and especially old people who usually only need someone to talk to.
Future Plans: To move into the historic house at the Aspin Hill Cemetery and continue operating the cemetery while the Chesapeake Wildlife Sanctuary opens a shock trauma hospital there for wildlife. It should all happen in the next couple of years.
Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Cea (sp) - I was an aid in her class and she gave me a certain someone's class schedule and home address so I could chase him until he caught me, and it worked! I am forever in her debt. Does anyone know where she is anymore?
Missing People? John Broberg owns some type of construction or home improvment co. and he frequents Brother's Pets in Aspen Hill often. Deb Burnes mom works at Super Fresh in A.H. - Martha diBenedetto's dad, Salve, is an usher at St. Judes Church on Viers Mill - last known, Chris Guay is in Silver Spring MD, and you can call me for my sister in law's phone number to reach Robin Rohr Green - Sharon McDermott just sent an e-mail to the last news letter - Mark Scuderi has a auto body shop on Rockville Pike called "Scuderi Auto Body" - "Father" James Stack is pastor of St. Jerome Parish, Hyattsville (effective June 1) now is associate pastor at Annunciation Parish, N.W. - Dave Cooper has an e-mail address listed on this web site. David Ashuar was living somewhere in Florida last I heard, his sister, Jeanne Falaux (sp) used to live on W. Frankfort.
Comments: If anyone needs help with an injured or orphaned wild animal please page me @ 1-800-909-8908 or call the Chesapeake Wildlife Sanctuary 301-871-4881, 301-390-7011. They have a very cool Web Site: www.chesapeakewildlife.org
There is lots of information on what to do if you find an injured or orphaned wild animal - and goodness knows we all find a few every summer.
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From: Susan Spear Schleicher sschleic@mbhs.edu (1971) Date: Fri, 8 May 1998 Subject: Update
How found? I was just surfing the WEB and came accross it by accident. Occupation: Interpreter for the Deaf currently working at Blair H.S. Spouse: Richard, Children: Kelly Marie Schleicher age 24, Heidi Anna Schleicher age 20, Erika Jean Schleicher age 18; Grandchildren: Richard Anthony Parks age 2 yrs. 6 mon., one more expected in early August
Memorable Teacher: Bob Clarke, because he was working at Rockville high school the same time I was. Still teaching social studies and directing the pipe band. Now he is (last I heard) at Richard Montgomery.
Missing People? I have recently run into Terri Supinski, we were best friends in high school. I know that you can still contact her at her home address in Rockville. Also if you remember Mindy Greenblatt I know that she is living in PA and I believe you could contact her thru her parents still living at the same address as high school. She also had a twin brother Mitch. I imagine that you could contact them both thru their parents.
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From: Robert Wyne c/o Mike_Clark@discovery.com (1984) Date: Fri, 8 May 1998 Subject: Update
How found? Mike Clark's brother Steve. Occupation: Restaurant Owner
Since High School: Opened a crab house "Steamed Blues" in Phoenix/Scottsdale Arizona with brother steve. Now living part time in Lepaz, Mexico starting up a crabbing operation to supply the restaurant as well as many east coast clients. The Blue crabs from the gulf of california taste exactly as the ones from the Chesapeake Bay- but they are 40% larger and have way more meat.
Comments: I don't currently have an e-mail address but you can send stuff via Mike Clark class of 83, above.
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From: Michael Phosegene Monahan michael_monahan_98@yahoo.com (1973) Date: Fri, 8 May 1998 Subject: Update
i found out about the website from craig chase (1977). Occupation: metal commodities/part time doctor, Spouse: therese, Children: thomas christopher 9, michael patrick 7, anna therese 4
Memorable Incident: mr clarke's 10 point quizzes
Since High School: touring the world playing rugby, coaching soccer and baseball, and being a little league baseball umpire, and raising my family
Future Plans: a long vacation on grand cayman island with my wife
Memorable Teachers: ken brace...jeezuz peezuz.. you have to ask? mr clark... bagpipes and national anthums. miss campbell...english for the foreign born. mr black..best wrestling coach in the state. miss mida mitchal...little orphan annie!
Missing People? steve werts is living in washington grove ...near gaithersburg
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From: Don Cornett don_cornett@hotmail.com (1967) Date: Sat, 9 May 1998 Subject: publication and information
if anyone knows the whereabouts of teddy watson 69, please let me know. also, if you are interested in receiving christian encouragement thru e-mail, please contact me at my e-mail address
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From: Charles Bruno handpiece@erols.com (1977) Date: Sun, 10 May 1998 Subject: Update
I found the website while browsing. Occupation: Dental Repair, Spouse: Tania
Since High School: Working, Future Plans: Retiring
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Proett and his unicycle. I recall more but would not flatter them, so be it.
Comments: Presently building experimental Aircraft, to be ready end of 98
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From: Debby Sims cdejgam@aol.com Date: Sun, 10 May 1998 Subject: Update
How found? My brother, Steve Sims '79. Occupation: miniature artisan/photographer Spouse: Jim Gamertsfelder, Children: Carl Gamertsfelder age 16, Emily Gamertsfelder age 12
Since graduating from Peary I held a job as a graphics photographer for a few years until I had children. I have been a daycare provider for 16 years and have cared for some 31 children. I have been a Girl Scout Leader for the past 7 years and I am the Publicity Rep. for the Girl Scouts in Frederick County, and the Publicity Rep for the Linganore High School Marching Band.
Future Plans: I am planning to get more involved in my part-time mail order and minature Candy Cottages business.