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Volume 2, Number 7,
February 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: Randy Luther R1luther@al.com (1978) Date: Wed, 28 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from my brother Greg (1981). Occupation: Project Supervisor, Spouse: Bella, Children: Hannah Quinn Age 4, Emily Rae Age 2, Sara Tate Age 4 months
Since High School: Recently Moved to N. C. Worked for Ryland homes in Md. for 12 Yrs. Very busy w/ 3 children all girls. Really enjoying the change of pace & living at the beach & the weather. Finished building 2nd home & moved in this past August.
Future Plans: As long as residental building stays hot I plan on staying right here. It's a great place. Kind of reminds us of Old town Frederick Md. with alot of history, but it's on the ocean. Our kids love it here plus my father lives here & my mom lives in Hickory N.C. just 4 hrs. away.
Teachers: Miss Sheehy Spanish teacher. Probably because all the guys liked her. Remembered Mr. Bragonier Because Jimmy was in our class (his son) Mr. Gibbs Because he was a fairy nice guy.
Missing People: Mike Spencer Recently moved to Myrtle Beach S. C.
From: Ric Sieling ESielingjr@aol.com (1971) Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Mason contractor Children: Dawn L. 20, , Richard E. 19
Memories: Class trip choir class with John L wrestling team all the good parties
Since High School: raising kids, horses and hell Working for myself doing repair and restoration of Brickwork some Historical work mostly insurance claims
Future Plans: training Quarter Horses, Brood mare in WVa and foals down here for training, Bloodlines represent the working cow horse.
From: Amy Hirsch Edberg edberg@colorado.net (1981) Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Bookkeeper/Mom, Spouse: Steve, Children: Wolf, Born 10/14/97
Memorable Incident: The blue VW we rode in all over school property one night! Toga parties!
Since High School: College in CO, 6 years in OC, traveling, marriage, several moves, settling in CO, giving birth to son, Wolf, Oct 14, 1997
Future Plans: Find a job I enjoy, build a house, have one more baby, continue our wonderful life together
Memorable Teachers: Clarke and Boyd- made us all laugh
From: Bobby DeSantis desantis5@aol.com (1978) Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Sharon Slason Limparis (1978). Occupation: Music Minister/Asst. Mgr - golf course, Spouse: Paula, Children: Robby - 9 1/2, Tony - 8, David - 3
Memories: The Variety Shows were a blast.......... and of course my winning the state track and field championship (jr. and sr. years - jr. 880 / sr. 440 and 880) and all the fun times at the school dances!
From: Candice Van Scoy ccvanscoy@aol.com (1974) Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Meredith Way Morris (1974). Occupation: Controller, Children: Jessica Lynn Willet 19, Valerie Marie Willet 16; Grandchildren: None, thank God!
Memories: I have a lot of fun memories from Peary. I especially remember driving around in my bomb of a car "Jane" with my girlfriends.
Since High School: I recently got divorced after 20+ years of marriage, it's a little sad but really I'm happier now than I ever been. I have 2 teenage daughters and all I can say is paybacks are hell! I've been going to night school for about a 100 years and I'm finally going to finish my MBA this summer.
Future Plans: As soon as my youngest daughter graduates from college I'm going on a long vacation to Italy (maybe I won't come back)
Teachers: Mr. Clark because he made learning fun. Of course he couldn't get a way with some of the comments he use to make.
Missing People? Who's missing?
From: Becky Hawkins Fitch Ladyraf@juno.com (1963) Date: Sat, 31 Jan 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Donald (my brother in Portland Org. - Class of 1970). Occupation: Artist/Interior Designer, Spouse: Monte (Lenny), Monte's Occupation: Assist. Chief Montg. Co. Fire & Rescue, Children: Monica-30, Julie-29, Monte 24; Grandchildren: Bobby-2
Memorable Incidents: It was all fun!
Since High School: College degree as Med. Sec.; worked for Dr. M. Cross, dir. Holy Cross Hosp.; married '65; worked at Childrens Hosp.; 3 children, artist and interior designer.
Future Plans: Play!!!! and travel!!!!!!!
Memorable Teachers: Miss Dickenson-shy but good leader-caring, Miss E (Eng.teacher)-loved her work and therefore we did too, Mr. Roberson-kind caring person, Mrs. Richardson-tough teacher but you learned-AND she always let us listen to the World Series! Mrs. Glass-art teacher-she told me art just wasn't my thing-now I make a living at it!!!! Dr. Dunn- He let us think we were incharge !!!!!
Contact with People... Skip (Fred) & Valerie Johnson live in Frederick-I'll get in touch with them
Thanks for making your Peary website available!!!
From: Robert Margolis rpm613@erols.com (1967) Date: Sun, 1 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this operation from my sister (Janis Margolis Fine '65). Occupation: Computer Systems Engineer, Spouse: Rose, Children: Tova (& Danny) Persoff 27, Devora (& Dovi) Hemli 24; Grandchildren: Adeena Tamar Persoff 4, Sara Hemli 3, Sara Leeba Persoff 2, Michael Hemli 1
Memorable Times: "My Fair Lady" - Variety Shows - Folk Music Club and American Field Service "Hootenannies" with my sister Janis, et. al. "Math-lete" competition after school hours. My picture not making it into my Senior Yearbook. [Mike Brown made it...but he did not go to Peary! p.s., Mr. Brown is listed in our missing person's list. But then again, so am I!]
Since High School: Married, October 1971, no children; BS in Math, University of Maryland, December, 1974 (minor in Computer Science), One year at University of Maryland, Graduate School, Computer Science, no degree. Jobs as Systems Programmer, Systems Analyst, Senior Systems Analyst, Senior Computer Engineer, Computer Specialist. Divorced, March, 1979; Remarried, July 1979, to the love of my life — two daughters from her first marriage. I've worked with computers and enjoyed a wonderful marriage since that time. Now I am blessed with four grandchildren.
Memorable Teachers: Mr. "Surplus Jim" Courtney's (Electronics Class) slide presentations of electronics concepts interspersed with attractive female "circuitry." Mr. Gunderson (Wood Shop and Model Airplane Club) for his field trip to the Control Tower at Dulles Airport, when I first opened up — about 1963. Mr. Gibbs (English) for his portrayal of both George and Lenny from "Of Mice and Men" in our English class. Mr. Zampogna for demonstrating that even on a hot (no a/c) day in the spring, with the chemistry lab over the Boiler Room, a floor-standing fan working as hard as it can to circulate the small measure of air provided by the wide-open windows; that while we are struggling to do our lab exercises — standing behind the only fan with an opened vial of quite volatile butyric acid permeates the room with an aroma not too dissimilar to vomit! Thanks a bunch!!!
Missing People? As I said above, Mike Brown was not part of our class, nor did he go to Peary at all! I have been a subscriber to this newsletter for some time...I was surprised to see my name listed with the missing persons.
From: Dale Robert Kerns DoubleDale@aol.com (1979) Date: Tue, 3 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Joyce and John O'Donnell. Occupation: self-employed Master Plumber, Spouse: Bevy Ponton Kerns (1980)
Memorable Incident: Meeting my girlfriend (now wife) when I was in 11th grade
Since High School: After graduation I began working for a plumbing contractor. On July 10, 1982 I married my high school sweetheart, Bevy Ponton. Our son was born on June 8,1983. I started my own business in 1985. The rest is history.
Future Plans: I plan to work until my kids are out of college and then I would like to retire. I would like to golf everyday.
Memorable Teachers: Coach Cino and Coach Black
From: Gail Schlossenberg Goldfarb gailgold@juno.com (1968) Date: Tue, 3 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Marsha Gelman Dobin. Occupation: Teacher, Spouse: Robert, Children: Michael Goldfarb 22, Lisa Goldfarb 18
Since High School: In the last 30 years since high school graduation, I graduated from U of Md. with a degree in elementary education. I have been married for 26 years, and I have been teaching pre-school and Kindergarten for the last 13 years. I am very busy doing volunteer work for several organizations. I have also been raising my family. My son Michael, is a senior at Ohio Univerity. He will graduate with a degree in Broadcast Journalism this June. My daughter Lisa, is a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh, and is hoping for a career in physical therapy.
From: Lynn Johnson bl.johnson@lmco.com (1975) Date: Wed, 4 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from my sister, Leslie Johnson McIntyre (class of '77). Occupation: Programmer Analyst
Since High School: U.S. Army Intelligence Security Command, SSG (E-6). (1978-1985). I spent 3 years in Augsburg, Germany, 3 years at Ft. Meade/NSA, and 1 year at Fort Campbell Kentucky. Played All-Army Softball for 3 years. Did some accounting/collections job from 1986-1994. Then I got involved in the world of computers. I have been working at Lockheed Martin Federal Systems in Manassas, VA for the last 5 years.
Future Plans: To hit the lottery and travel..........
From: Sandy Van Dusen sforbes@pop200.gsfc.nasa.gov (1977) Date: Wed, 4 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the website while working with Neal Pizzano on our 20th Reunion. Occupation: Administrative Assistant, S.O.: Chet Neubauer (1977), Children: Kelly 19-1/2, Kira 10-1/2
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Hill, Mrs. Rosen, Mr. Gibbs because they taught me invaluable life lessons
From: Richard L. FitzGerald RichieFitz@aol.com (1982) Date: Thu, 5 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from my brother, Bradley FitzGerald (1976).
Occupation: Director/Instructor
Memorable Incident: 1981 Student Walk-out. Protesting the elimination of courses being offered and supporting teachers that were being layed-off.
Since High School: Currently I am a Certified Alcohol Awareness Instructor for the State of Maryland and Director of The American Academy of Bartending in Falls Church, Virginia
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Hahn for his humor, great wit, and patience.
From: Debbie Rose Seils (via Lisa Stein Aron) (1979) Date: Fri, 6 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
Debbi is alive and well and living outside of Gettysburg with her 3 beautiful children and wonderful husband, Carl. Trying to convince her to get on-line soon so she can join the fun on the Peary site—Lisa Stein Aron
From: Lisa Salsitz (Allie Raye) afunnygirl@unforgettable.com (1981) Date: Fri, 06 Feb 1998 Subject: HANGIN' OUT WITH MRS. HALE!!
Here is my lil' story of seeing my past English Teacher, my mentor, and my friend. I went to LAX to pick up Pat Hale and of course, she was the last one off the plane. She let it be known that she was talking to everyone. But I stood there with anticipation. Altho we had stayed in touch thru letters and phone calls, we hadnt seen each other in 15 years. Mrs. Hale got off the plane and we just hugged, making a scene of course. Me, the actress and her the infamous scene stealer. We talked and talked and drove into the San Fernando Valley. We had dinner and laughed and talked some more. You would never know that 15 years had gone by. She meant so much to me as a teacher in high school, even though I was a lousy student, she made a great friend. Oh, and she said I havent changed a bit. Yea right!! Anyway, I showed her the Peary Web Page and she was just so thrilled. She remembered so many students. I gave her the emailed letters I got and Mrs. Hale said to tell all of you, she will be online very soon. I told her its almost the millenium, she should get it together. It was sort of funny....I barely passed 10th grade English, and here I am in LA, a writer on my own sitcom... OH my....what was I thinking? heheh If anyone would like to get in touch with Mrs. Hale, please email me and I will send you here address.....Till then....She sends her love and so do I!!!!
From LA, Lisa Salsitz (AKA...ALLIE RAYE)
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY! Why do STAND-up Comediennes star in their own SIT-coms? heheeh
From: Jennifer Gregorius McGolrick mcg13@Bbellatlantic.net (1970) Date: Fri, 6 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from my siblings who went to Peary. Occupation: Medical Transcriptionist, Spouse: Joseph, Children: Megan Anne age 17, Mallory Erin age 6
Memorable Times: Being in Mr. Fisher's student government class with Mary Pratt, Mark Gole, etc. Those were the days ...
Since High School: Went to MC for two years, then transferred and graduated from UVA in 1974. Have worked various jobs in the medical field and for defense contractors, finally now work at home typing medical reports for various hospitals, surgery centers, etc. Have been raising two lovely daughters (and one bad dog) with everything else.
Future Plans: Keep the stress down, take it easy, enjoy my family more.
Memorable Teachers: I especially remember Mrs. Barbara Goodman who taught me Latin, which I believe is why I am so successful at what I do. I hardly ever have to look up words - that Latin has stood me in good stead. She was really a wonderful teacher.
I also remember Ms. Vadala - English. I remember how crazy her classes were, with kids dropping books out of windows into the courtyard, and other stupid things.
From: W. James Edwards jedwards@comm-plus.net (1967) Date: Sat, 7 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Investigator, Children: Jennifer 24, Carrie 19, Bryan 8; Grandchildren: Christopher 4
Memorable Incident: The chaining of the anchor to a pole in the library.
Since High School: U.S. Marine Corps. 1969 thru 1972, Montgomery County Police thru present
From: P.J. Burnsky pburnsky@frymulti.com (1973) Date: Sat, 7 Feb 1998 Subject: FREE LUNCH?
Dear Fellow Cyber-Huskies,
What a country! The technological advances that the good ol USA is spearheading are awesome. You and I are witnessing a whole new way of existing due to the devise that you are staring at right now. Our ability to reach others, interact,learn, or just observe in anonymity has changed the entire nature of the way we work, play, and live. But you know, our little corner of cyberspace is fragile. The Webmaster (Bob Lau) started the little PEARY WEBSIGHT ball rolling about a year ago. And it is reaching critical mass. What he started, out of the bigness of his and other's hearts, is now a life line to our past, present, and future. Our old friendships are rekindled here. Our access to reunion info is here. Our ability to glimpse at snapshots of the human drama being played out is here. To me, this is (sometimes) very interesting and valuable. But I'm sure this Website circus is now a difficult bear for the ringmaster to wrestle with.
Bob could pull the plug tomorrow. As a representative of a company that designs, maintains, and hosts websites (www.frymulti.com) I know that what they are doing is time consuming and costly. We just sit back and reap the benefits of his labors. If my company were to create and manage the PEARY WEBSITE and the MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE (MSO) it would be about $500 to $2000 to design it and $80 per hour to maintain it. Bob and the MSO are getting zero, zip, or as we said in the good ol days...ZEAR!
Just like Public Radio, I'm appealing to you to send dollars to keep this thing going. When I read a first hand account of the emotion at Danny Haynos's funeral I then began to realize what a vital and rewarding publication the MSO has turned out to be. Where else could you get that kind of personal reporting? How many times have you scanned the submitted articles of peoples pathetic existences to compare your life with these fellow classmates? What is that worth to you? Hello? Reality check! Come on, send 10, 20 bucks. If you don't, it's Pumphery's for this Cyber Husky.
I don't really know Bob. But I do know that he holds the keys to this real cool vehicle. If you want to ride with the MSO, you gotta kick in some gas money, ya know? Send whatever you feel a laugh, a tear, or a memory is worth. Spread the word... Oh, and hey, "GIVE ME A 'P'; GIVE ME AN 'E'; Bla, bla, bla, yadda, yadda, etc, etc.
Donate via mail: K.Lougheed-MSO, P.O. Box 1087, Germantown, MD 20875-1087 Make check out to "IICS-DC/MSO"
Pay online (it's more secure than you think) via: www.pearyhs.org/donation.htm
P.J. Burnsky E-mail: pburnsky@frymulti.com Websites: #1) www.frycomm.com, #2) www.frymulti.com
From: Ken Thomas DrButts@aol.com (1981) Date: Sun, 8 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
How I found out about this? Phone call from Stu Goldman (1981). Occupation: Senior Instructional Designer
Memorable Incidents: 1 - Every Variety Show (I miss you guys!) 2 - Almost laughing to death when Mr. Clark started hitting me with a yardstick for suggesting that we couldn't give him a 1981 Peary Mug (I still have mine) because they were only for people born in the 1900's (I guess you had to be there). 3 - Milton Proett riding his unicycle in class. 4 - Terry Kilpatrick coming back into the room to find about 50 pencils sticking out of the ceiling tiles.
Since High School: Writing training (mostly multimedia) for government and telecommunications clients.
Memorable Teachers:
- Frank Mastroianni for saving my life (long story — Thanks again, Frank!).
- Barbara Jeweler for all her support and guidance throughout highschool and beyond (and for introducing me to Firesign Theatre).
- Stanton Boetler for being Stanton.
- Robert Gardner for being a good friend (especially during Variety Show weeks!).
- Russell DeCamp for all the fun in class (okay, I should have been studying...) and for letting me call him "Rusty" (even though I know it bugged him).
- Burt Lowry for teaching us all just how sick and twisted Physics could be if you really put your mind to it.
- Mr. Hill (I still can't refer to him by his first name!) for bringing out my academic side (I didn't know I had one!).
- Robert Clarke for making History fun (and for all the really great "Extra Credit" questions on his daily "Pop Quizes" which gave me a chance to flirt openly with Jackie Hewitt...).
- Grace Tigani for putting up with my endless harrassments on the Morning Announcements (come on, folks, she was making her class cut up cats and fetal pigs, for God's sake!).
- Evelyn Canning for encouraging my creative writing.
- Suzie Greenya for turning her head while I would sneak peeks at the official memos so I always had the best poop on what was really going on at Peary (how did you really think I found out they were trying to have our graduation at the Kennedy Center?).
From: Leslie Brooks Beck-Long hhawk@aol.com (1978) Date: Sun, 8 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from Neal P. looking for me for 20 yr reunion. Occupation: Instructor, Spouse: Ray Long, Jr; Children: Cara Jean 20, Brian 15, Dana 15, Kristin 14, Aimee 10, Dale 10 Matt 9
Since High School: Got married to Jim Beck (78) and had four children. Taught gymnastics and dance to preschool age children. Moved to Richmond in 1991 to open an office for the company Jim worked for. Jimbo died suddenly in 1993 and my life change forever. Stayed in Richmond and concentrated on raising my children. Just recently got remarried to Ray Long a teacher and football coach. We have 7 children together so you know how I keep busy. I also teach little childrens classes for the YMCA. Looking forward to seeing my friends at the 20 yr reunion.
Future Plans: Putting our seven children through college and enjoying life. With what I have been through you don't worry about little things you just enjoy life to the fullest.
Memorable Teacher: Leslie Whitaker or Whit as we called her. She never gave up on me and encouraged me to do my best. School work came hard to me but she was always there to help me when I needed it.
Missing People? I'm in touch with Patricia Mohelski Lanciano, Renee Puhl Crim, and James Gavin Colliton (coaches football for Washington Lee College).
From: Richard Roberson robie13@juno.com (1965) Date: Sun, 8 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found the MSO while web surfing. Occupation: police officer, Spouse: Barbara Ann Lane, Children: William; Grandchildren: Ashley Roberson 2 years
Memorable Incident: senior prom at the old willard hotel
Since High School: going to college, working very hard
Future Plans: retire from the police department, ft lauderdale fl. and move to north carolina
Memorable Teachers: vincent gibbs for being an arrogant s.o.b., carrie luck, a wonderful teacher
From: Jeannie Brown Jacobs jej926@aol.com (1985) Date: Mon, 9 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I graduated from Wheaton Highand found out about the MSO from my aunt Eileen Brown Carter (1965), also online. Occupation: Food Service, Spouse: Phillip Rhodes, Children: Larry Jr. (12), Timmy (10), Ashley (8)
Memorable Incident: When we were fighting to keep Peary open and being in Mr. Hill's Algebra class. He was a great teacher..
Since High School: Raising my three children and working with the county school system.
Future Plans: Have my children to grow up and be happy and do good in school also make lots of money..
Memorable Staff: Mr. Hill (very strong-willed and fair. My grandfather who was a janitor he was nice to everyone (Mr. Stanley Brown, who is still living)..
Missing People? Tony Perronie lives in Frederick. Samir Saah works at Bauer Drive Rec
Let's party ...
From: Joyce Mathias Lee RCLee0070@aol.com (1978) Date: Tue, 10 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this through a friend ... Peary alum, class of 79. Spouse: Richard, Children: Jonathan Wayne Lee - 14 months
Since High School: There have been many events in my life over the past 20 years, since graduating from Peary. None more fulfilling or rewarding as the birth of my son, Jonathan Wayne.
From: Wayne C. Wiley wcwiley@cl.k12.md.us (1975) Date: Tue, 10 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from the Washington Post. Occupation: Supr. of Instructional Technology - Caroline Co. Public Schools, Spouse: Michelle, Children: Stephen 7, William 4, ??????? -2 Mos.
Since High School: College - U. of Md. 4 years, Teaching - Band director for 9 years, School System Technology for 8 years
Memorable Teacher: Clyde Hunt - Inspired me
From: Susie King Sparacino Susan.Sparacino-King@hq.doe.gov (1978) Date: Wed, 11 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Programmer/Analyst, Spouse: Dave
Since High School: Received BA Computer Science Degree from Hood College. Application programmer for Government contracts. I live in Sugar Loaf Mountain with my husband and three dogs. I taught gymnastics at the Frederick YMCA for several years. I have continued dancing.
From: Bill Eacho csm404@erols.com (1977) Date: Wed, 11 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Inspector, Spouse: Wendy, Children: Shawn Michael born 4/11/93, Christopher Robert born 8/11/94
Since High School: Joined the Army after graduation. Several years later, changed to the Navy Reserves. Have been working at Washington Sanitary Commission for the past twelve years. Re-married in 1992 and presently have two boys.
Future Plans: We hope to win the lottery and have the house of our dreams! (wishful thinking?)
From: Kathy Comert Cheri Mixxtress@aol.com (1982) Date: Thu, 12 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from the FitzGerald family. Occupation: American Academy of Bartending (Owner), Spouse: NONE!!! (not anymore, or EVER again!), Children: Nicholas Karl Cheri (wonderful boy) age 16, George Charles Cheri (wonderful boy) age 15 — NO MORE! Mine are almost grown up and outta here! Grandchildren: I hope that doesn't happen for another 20 years!
Memories: The good times on the black path, and the smoking court!
Since High School: I've been raising my sons, wow, what a chore!! Now I know what my parents meant when they cursed me long ago... "you just wait"...yes, I understand now..... I worked for the infamous Wayne Radomski, who was the focus of many Variety show skits, and learning the Bartending school trade from him. I then flew the nest and opened my own in Falls Church VA. I have also written a course for the state of Maryland on alcohol Awareness, and keep busy training bartenders and servers in the effects of alcohol, after all, who would be better than I? I am a trained professional.....
Future Plans: I'm hoping to extend the classes we offer at the school, and to open a Restaurant in the near future.
Teachers: Mrs. Rosen....Mrs Scott....What kind and caring women..... And of course Mr. Tarlosky....Had him at Wood, liked him forever!
Missing People? Louis Cadeaux (1980).......Great Falls VA....I'm going to see him today! He will be stopping by here to do his update, hopefully next week...wait until ya'll hear what Big Lou is up to now!
From: Jennifer Hull Levine JGL960@aol.com (1978) Date: Sat, 14 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from my husband. Occupation: Medical Transcriptionist, daycare provider, mother, wife, etc., Spouse: Rick, Children: Mitch 10, Jake 8, Keith 6, Smokey 3-years-old (our dog).
Memorable Incident: Not one thing in particular but just a lot of great memories with wonderful friends and the best class to graduate from Peary High School! And the pom competitions that we kicked butt at.
Since High School: Raising a family with a wonderful husband and still doing my medical transcription.
Future Plans: To raise our kids, travel and have fun.
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Baker my track coach because he was a very gentle and understanding man with a lot of patience.
From: Randy Luther R1luther@aol.com (1978) Date: Sat, 14 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from my brother Greg Luther (1981). Occupation: Homebuilding Manager, Spouse: Bella Friend, Children: Hannah age 4 1/2, Emily age 2 1/2, Sara age 5 mos.
Memorable Times: Gymnastics class with Ms Whitaker.
Since High School: Mainly living the good life. We moved to the Carolina Coast (Wrightsville Beach) in 95, to escape the fast pace of the DC area. We built our 2nd home (1st was in Keedysville, Md.) and moved into it around Aug. of 96.
Deep sea fishing, beach parties, golf, and enjoying the slow pace of the south is what we thrive on.
We moved mainly to get away from the fast pace of the big city life. Although we miss all the benefits of the big city, the trade off for living at the beach is the best choice we could have made.
Future Plans: Live the stress free life we moved here for. No more kids, Three beautiful girls is wonderful.
From: Bryant Brooks Han2bry@aol.com (1974) Date: Sun, 15 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Home Improvement contractor, Spouse: Mary Stuart Worden (1974), Mary's Occupation: Credit Mgr., Children: Jennifer 19, Kristina 16, Bryant 12
Memorable Incident: The time Chuck bowser and I took a dive thru a window in the smoking court.
Since High School: Operating a home improvement company
Future Plans: My 16 yr old daughter is training for the 2000 olympics. She has already won many compeitions nationals/US open and Pam Am games FULL CONTACT KARATE
Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Moyer... very nice tacher that helped to bring my wife and I together, indirectly of course. Mr. Hassler... he taught me how to stuff envelopes.
Missing People? I am looking for Marla Frietage and Ray Crossley.
From: Brian Simpson bsimpson@aflcio.org (1979) Date: Tue, 17 Feb 1998 Subject: va traffic cams
Well it didn't take long and you did a great job for those traffic cams. Hopefully by the time this is printed my new son will be born James Clay Simpson. Looking forward to the 5K run in April it will be fun. Take care.
[Still no word as of this newsletter distribution!]
From: Lee Zeidman leezcom@aol.com (1974) Date: Tue, 17 Feb 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about all of this from my youngest brother, Roy, Class of '78. Occupation: News Media Consultant, Spouse: Currently interviewing candidates, Children: Jared, 11; Jessica, 7; Jamie, 4
Memorable Incident: Delivering Class History at Senior Banquet with Dave Sherman and Alan Taffle
Since High School: Broke into Sportscasting at WJLA-TV while attending U of Md. Helped launch Ted Turner's CNN back in 1980, as one of the 4 original Sportscasters. Joined Glenn Brenner and James Brown at WUSA TV-9 in Washington in '83. Left DC in '86 to become Anchor/Managing Editor for SportsChannel America, based in New York City. Left SportsChannel America for CBS Sports in 1990. Reporter/Producer for NFL Today, March Madness and the '92 Albertville and '94 Lillehammer Olympic Winter games. Left Sports after Lillehammer Games and joined CBS News "60 Minutes" as a Producer for Mike Wallace. Left CBS News in September '97 to launch ZCOM, Zeidman Communications, a News Media Consultancy. Now I teach Corporate Executives how to deal with people like me. Mike Wallace told me "you've joined the dark side of the force" ... judging by network coverage of the Monica/Bubba thing ... I think I made the right move.
Future Plans: Grow my business ... and three healthy children
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Burlas ... a great mentor
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