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Volume 2, Number 5,
December 1997
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: David O'Berry boyztoy42@aol.com (1980) Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 Subject: Update
Occupation: Banker, Children: Brandan O'Berry - 5
Memories: Mrs. Luck and the black path.
Since High School: Working and enjoying being a single father. Recent Montgomery college grad.
Future Plans: Continuing my education.
From: Roy Crim pep@crosslink.net (1973) Date: Fri, 28 Nov 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Rick Ricker (1975), who downloaded and printed a few pages for me to read.
Occupation: Wholesale distributor w/ Pepperidge Farm, Spouse: Connie, Children: Calvin: 13 yrs., Trish: 12 yrs.
Memorable Incident: Beating Springbrook in overtime for the AAA Basketball title in '72-'73 season.
Since High School: Working, Future Plans: Retiring
Favorite Teachers: Mr. Travers was as enlightening as any college prof. I had, and Ernie Ceccato - he was a good guy.
Comments: It's nice to have an opportunity to network with classmates. Since the school was closed it is tough on Sundays in the fall when I read the football scores of all the old teams that we used to play and we aren't among them.
From: Matt Hauprich capdet@erols.com (1970) Date: Mon, 1 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Diane Bonanno (1971).
Occupation: Structural Steel Detailer, Spouse: Thea
Memorable Incident: When Randy Lake (1970 SGA President) voided Dr. Dunn's censor of open SGA elections.
Since High School: Working, playing, working, playing
Memorable Teachers: Bob Pine - Soccer Coach, Annette Boorman - Homeroom teacher, Robert Fisher - Sparked my interest in government & politics
Missing People? Rick Bass - Damscus, MD 1970 and Gil Wilson - Bermuda 1970
From: Wendy Chornock Streight chornow1@Westat.com (1980) Date: Tue, 2 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about this from my brother Joey from the class of 1972. Website - http://www.childrensfurniture.com We will offer a discount to Peary Graduates! It's a baby and youth furniture store called Great Beginnings/Go To Your Room in Gaithersburg
Occupation: Medical Research, Spouse: Jim, Children: No Kids yet. Soon maybe.
Memorable Incidents: Cheerleading, cheerleading competition (the fear!), gymnastics and more gymnastics, my wonderful friends, Mrs. Luck's geometry class, sneaking into our chemistry class with Alice Huff to find the answers to an exam (she had an asthma attack from the fear!), Mrs. Brewer's art class, all the parties, and so much more!!
Since High School: I graduated from the Univ. of MD in 1984 with a BA in Psychology. I then moved to the Bronx, New York for 4 years to get my Ph.D. from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Medical/Health Psychology (1990). I guess I can now say I survived the Bronx!! Moved to Baltimore - yuk. Worked at Johns Hopkins for a couple of years. Moved home. Then bought a townhouse in Gaithersburg. Start working part time at Great Beginnings Baby Store in Gaithersburg for fun where I met and married the owner on May 11, 1997. Still in marital bliss!! Now, still working at 2 jobs!!!
Future Plans: To have a family and work part time!!
Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Whitaker my gymnastics coach - I remember her the most since I think I spent more time in the gym than in classes!! I also remember Mrs. Luck since she made me sit at her desk in front of the class because she said I have, "constipation of thought and diarrhea of the mouth!!" I also remember Mr. Steele my chemistry teacher because he was the only teacher who ever told me that I would be successful. Thanks!
Missing People? Lisa Puhl Mohler works with me at Westat. She lives a block or two from me in the Kentlands in Gaithersburg. Beth Clearfield Lustig moved to New Jersey. Her parents live in DC. Margaret Pummer lives in Frederick and has I think 6 kids!! When I remember more, I'll write you all back.
What a great site. It truly brings back a lot of nostalgia and fond memories. Thanks!
From: Dan Reese Dan.Reese@Smed.com (1980) Date: Wed, 3 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from John Husband (1980) and Terry Kernen.
Occupation: Computer Sottware - Healthcare; Spouse: Donna Reese;
Children: Melanie Anne 3 yrs, Joseph Charles 1 yr
Since High School: Graduated from JMU in 84 with a degree in Management Information Systems. Moved to Texas and worked for EDS for 4 years. Joined a another computer company called SMS (Shared Medical Systems) and have worked for them for 11 years. I currrently live in PA. Got married 4 years ago and have two wonderful children.
Future Plans: Continue to be a good husband and great dad.
From: Jeff Bonner jbonner@prolist.com (1986) Date: Fri, 5 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from my sister, Cindy (1982).
Occupation: Data Analyst, Spouse: Sandi Bonner,
Children: Tyler Bonner 22 months
Memorable Incident: Carl Dees taped to the football goal post.
Since High School: Spending time with family, summer baseball, fishing.
From: Melynda Salsitz/Talmud Schudrich mdtalmud@erols.com (1985) Date: Fri, 5 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I graduated from Rockville and found out about the website from my sister- Lisa Beth, class of '81.
Occupation: Special Education Teacher, Spouse: Nathaniel Schudrich. Just married 8 months ago.
Memorable Incident: I always loved going to the Peary football games and cheering with the "Rowdies" (though I wasn't one!)
Since High School: I got my masters in Education from Towson in '90 and have been teaching ever since. I work at the Chelsea School in Silver Spring as a special education teacher.
Future Plans: I love to travel and will hopefully be working at a camp in Poland next summer.
Teachers: Mrs. Hale - her sharp wit and ability to get across to all of us.
From: Steve Gordon sgordon138@aol.com 1983 Date: Sat, 6 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found this website just surfing the web...it is great!!
Since HS: Graduated from the University of Delaware in 1987 (everyone thought I was going to the University of Florida, but I couldn't get housing). Delaware was fun, and I was there with some other Peary alumni (Ian Paragol, Beth Shaplin, Luanne Murphy). I received my MBA from George Washington in 1990. I worked in banking for eight months after graduating from Delaware, but I hated it. I went to work for the Government, which is something I vowed never to do. I started out with the Treasury Department and stayed until June 1990, when I transfered to the Navy (as a civilian). I am currently a senior contracts negotiator working on the STANDARD Missile program. This is a good assignment given that my program is one of the few defense programs where funding has been increased instead of being cut. I am the Senior negotiator for the STANDARD Missile program.
I currently live in Rockville in the Shady Grove area. I haven't seen or heard from many alumni though. Richie Newman ('83) took a job out in San Diego as a Naval architect a few years back, and Robert Hahm ('83) was working for DuPont up in Delaware. I thought I recognized someone in Buffalo Billiards a few months ago (I think it was Krista Young, Class of 84), but I wasn't 100% sure. I think she recognized me because we kept staring at each other. I would like to know how to locate her if anyone knows.
Favorite Teachers: Has to be Mr. Hill ("Mr. Gordon, this eraser has your name on it"; "Mr. Gordon, you're like a lost ball in high weeds"). He was the best and I enjoyed being in his classes (even when he sent me to room 151X). He made class fun and he truly cared about his students. Also, Mr. Black. I was his aide and he was a great help to me on my computer programs for Mr. Myers's class. Mr. Clarke who made history come to life. Also, Mr DeCamp who tried and tried but couldn't get me to admit that Physics was Phun. I tormented that poor guy for 3 years.
Memorable Incidents: Getting thrown off of doing the AM and PM announcements after reading a prank message for the "Find Dave Leith a Friend Campaign." I think Mrs. Lewis wanted to have me hung for that.
When Mike Krizmanich, Dave Leith, Pat Connolly, and Mark Lewis gathered up all the For Sale signs in the area and put them up in my yard.
Missing People? Rich Newman was working in San Diego for a Shipbuilder a few years back. Robert Hahm was working for DuPont in Delaware a few years ago.
From: Barbara Dentz Riley timm@erols.com (1971) Date: Sat, 06 Dec 1997 Subject: Friends of Dan Foundation
Dear Fellow Alums,
As you may be aware on Sunday, October 12, 1997, Dan Haynos, 43 years old, and member of the Class of 1971, died at his home in Frederick, Maryland. Dan lost a valiant fight against an agressive brain tumor which was diagnosed in May of 1996. At that time, he underwent brain surgery which left 50% of his body paralyzed. In spite of major surgery, radiation and chemo treatments, he finally surrendered. Throughout his ordeal, Dan was an inspiration to all around him.
Dan left behind his loving wife Gretchen and 4 wonderful children, Joanie 14, Robby 12, Katie 10 and little Daniel 6.
In spite of Dan's courageous efforts to return to a normal routine, he was unable to work for the remaining year and one half of his life. These circumstances have created a great financial need for his family.
It was important to Dan that his family be able to remain in their current home in Frederick.
A committee of concerned friends of Dan's family has organized an effort to address this financial need. If enough people step forward and help us, we will be able to relieve Gretchen and her children of their burden. To this end, we are asking friends and family for a one time only effort.
Checks should be made payable to Saint Mary's Church with the notation "In Memory of Dan Haynos". Mail your check to Friends of Dan, St. Mary's Church, P.O. Box 409, Barnesville, MD., 20858. One of the "Friends of Dan" will be calling to confirm your ability to help us with this most worthy cause.
Sincerely,
Bo Bragaw, Co-Chairman Brian K. Coakley, Co-Chairman the "Friends of Dan Committee" and Tim and Barbara Riley, Peary Alumni members of the "Friends of Dan Committee"
From: Cheryl Lera Witzman kevin.witzman@mci2000.com (1979) Date: Sun, 7 Dec 1997 Subject; Update
Occupation: Telecommunications consultant, Spouse: Kevin, Children: Kyle 2 1/2, Trevor 4, Reo 5
Since High School: Went to college, got married. Barefoot and pregnant in Colorado what seemed like an eternity. I worked for MCI for 13 years. Now I consult parttime from home. We have 2 great boys. We like to ski, camp, hike, mountain bike, travel, music, etc.
Future Plans: More of the same!
Memorable Incident/Teacher: Dr. Brennan - I parked in his parking space that time
From: Gary Rebsch grebsch@aol.com (1979) Date: Sun, 7 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
Occupation: Fire & Rescue Captain, Spouse: Jennifer, Children: Kaitlyn 7, Christine 12
Since High School: Well, later that night I went out with some friends. The next day I had a nice breakfast, then I had to go to the store....
Teachers: Mrs. Luck "You have diarrhea of the mouth and constipation of the Brain!" and other notable quotes.
From: Eileen Brown Carter ecarter236@aol.com (1965) Date: Tue, 9 Dec 1997 Subject: Updates
Just wanted to say Donna Retallick (66) had knee surgery and is doing very well and is looking forwarded to having the same thing done to her left knee. She will be joining us at the holiday party. Have talked my brother Jimmy (63) to come to the party also both Patty Toler and Becky Donnelly (83) twins to come to the party plus Jeannie Jacobs (85) all will be at the holiday party. Sure wish some of the class of 63 and 65 would come online and let us know what they are up to and submit articles so we can find out where and what everybody is up to. Bob keep up the good work and thank you for all your assistance when I got my new 'puter.
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From: Matt Deprey matt.deprey@sra.com (1985) Date: Tue, 9 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from Sally Gimon. I graduated from Rockville H.S. Occupation: C.P.A., Spouse: Nancy
Since High School: I graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.S. in Transportation Management. After working for Waste Management, I got a job in the Accounting Department at the Discovery Channel. While with the Discovery Channel, I went attended college part-time and earned a second degree in Accounting and passed the CPA exam. I am not working for SRA International, which is a government contractor specializing in systems integration and technology consulting. In 1991, I married my college sweet heart, Nancy Chen. We have been married over six years now and live in Rockville.
Memorable Teachers: I remember Mr. Hill the best because of the quotations he would have on his board every day, his excellent teaching, and friendliness.
From: John Hauprich cove@millervaneaton.com (1977) Date: Tue, 9 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
My entire family graduated from Peary High School with the exception of my middle sister. I know that sounds like small potatoes compared to the Cannon family.
Matt - '70, Karen - '71, Marcia - '73 (Wheaton HS), Jeanne - '76, John (me) - '77, Daniel - '79
All of my siblings live in Montgomery County. Dan and Marcia live in Damascus, Matt in Derwood, Karen and Jeanne in Gaithersburg. All have families and I've got lots of nieces and nephews. Suzanne and I have no children of our own, although she has a 26 year old in Laguna Beach California. She and I live across the Chesapeake Bay on Kent Narrows and both work in downtown DC. I know some would say we're nuts for making the commute. Come visit sometime and I'm sure you'd agree I'm crazy like a fox.
After making a dismal appearance for about a year at Maryland Univ., I bolted and joined the Coast Guard. I was shipboard for about a year, but with 133 crew squeezed into only 327 feet of ship, the Love Boat it wasn't. Spent four years flying Search and Rescue on helicopters and decided after falling out of the sky twice, I wouldn't wait around for a third time (three's a charm).
I've worked in the computer business since and am currently a junior exec with a small manufacturing corporation out of Beltsville specializing in the repair of HP printers and toner remanufacturing.
Suzanne and I would like to eventually move to the Florida Keys and open a boat and breakfast.
I'd like to say Hello to Mr. Warwick Hill. I believe that he had the greatest impact on my life. I know that others have said the same, but he always set a tremendous example of fortitude and the best parts of human nature. I'd love to hear from some classmates.
From: Constantine "Dean" Peters deanandkaren@erols.com (1977) Date: Wed, 10 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found the Peary website through the altavista search engine.
Occupation: Senior Systems Engineer/Analyst, Spouse: Karen,
Children: does any one of my 6 computers count?
Memorable Incident: ... getting chased out of the locker room after immitating Mr. Williams one too many times ... the Laugh ... Mr.Hill ... praying to receive Christ in a public school (hey, you try eating that cafeteria food w/out insurance !-)
Since High School: Studied music, went to NYC. Began to climb the ladder in the world of Pro.Opera singing, till I realized getting to the top meant being someone other than I am. Now, I got a degree in computer science ... and I blast bits all day integrating nasty hardware to even nastier programs.
Future Plans: Got a wife, guess I should get cracking on the kids thing. Will do a concert by the end of '98.
Teachers: Mr.Hill, Mr.Clarke, Mr.Imhoff, Mrs.Glenn, Coach Williams & Cino ... and that ever haunting image of Mabel lumbering down the hall.
Missing People? What, you want me to give away Del Ali's secret life?!
Comments: No, but I'm open to a few !
From: Victoria Oscar VOscar5035@aol.com (1985) Date: Wed, 10 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I graduated from Rockville, and found out about the website from a friend who went to Peary. Occupation: singer/actor/comedienne/ bartender! Spouse: Norma Reyes, Children: none at present, Grandchildren: very funny
Memorable Incident: Farquar!!!! and the slaughter house!! Too many parties!!
Since High School: Went to MC, got an AA in theatre, performance major. Did a lot of dinner theatre in Md and Va, continued to party hearty until I grew up, then moved to NYC. I bartend at the Hard Rock cafe because they have a health and dental plan plus a 401K, and I do sketch comedy, stand up, and audition for b-way shows. When my time comes, look out, it's around the corner.
Future Plans: Bring it on!
Teachers: Mrs. Rosen first because she is a wonderful woman, and second because she used to know that I was stoned when I would come to school. She pegged me! Who knew? And Mr. Gibbs who could forget him.
From: Mary Green Maher MaryCateM@aol.com (1985) Date: Thu, 11 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I graduated from Cheshire High School, Cheshire, CT, and found out about the website from an Email from Stacy Gray Pritchett. Occupation: Accounting Clerk, Spouse: Jim, Children: Emmett 1 1/2
Memorable Incident: The picnic in '83 at Peary to introduce us to some of the kids from Wheaton. I was voted to have the best knees - LOL :)
Since High School: Moved to CT in 83, attended UConn after graduating HS. I have worked at Van Dusen & Meyer, Inc. since 6/89 as an accounting clerk. Married Jim Maher 6/95, had son, Emmett, 7/9/96.
Future Plans: Enjoy my family, buy a house, travel! (Mom moved to Plano, TX and Dad is in Albany, CA).
Teachers: Mrs. Bartolomeo - I really enjoyed working for her one period a day.
From: Geza Gereben gereben@mindspring.com (1985) Date: Fri, 12 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I got in touch with Perry Tsacoumis and he told me about the website.
Occupation: Systems Support Engineer, Spouse: Beth, Children: Mattie 4 years old
Since High School: Working and raising a family, becoming a Certified Novell Engineer, studying and working with Computers
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Robert Clark, the way he taught class, with enthusiasm and humor.
From: Beth Clearfield clustigb@juno.com (1980) Date: Fri, 12 Dec 1997 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Wendy Chornock Streight (1980). Occupation: Speech-Language Pathologist/Homemaker, Spouse: Chuck Lustig,
Children: Rebecca Elizabeth 9 years old 4th grade, Jonah Matthew 7 years old 1st grade, Sarah Jessica 3 years old Nursery
Since High School: I've enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom for the last ten years. I have three great kids.
Future Plans: I'm beginning to think about going back to work. My husband travels a bit, so now that the kids are older I might be traveling with him.
Teachers: I remember Mr. Kail having a very dry sense of humor making Biology a very enjoyable class. I also have very good memories of the gymnastic program with Mrs. Whitaker.
I welcome any e-mail.
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