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Volume 4, Number 9,
April 2000
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter
for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
From:
Michelle Tully Harrington <michelleharrington@home.com>
(1986)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
graduated from Rockville. I
knew about the website and had visited previously, but was reminded by
news coverage about Bruce Prothero’s death.
Occupation:
Web Site Design and Maintenance, Spouse: Michael, Children: Justin - June
15, 1990; Kyle - August 29, 1995; Travis – April 16, 1999
Memorable
Incident: Sadly, one of my clearest memories from our year at Peary was
the death of Brian Hardaway. I
will never forget the stillness that filled the halls that morning.
Also, the image of my brother, Doug (Class of 1984), breaking down
in tears as he heard the news on the radio is one that will always stay in
my mind.
Since
High School: My career has taken several turns.
Currently, I am maintaining the Women’s Health web site for the
University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Luckily, I am able to do this from home so that I can spend time
with my boys and start up my Creative Memories business on the side.
Future
Plans: We are actually in the process of buying a new house right now, so
that is taking up the majority of my time.
Other than that, I am just hoping that my role as a Consultant for
Creative Memories will grow and become more profitable.
Memorable
Teachers: I remember Mr. Bragonnier because he was always so good at
relating to his students. I
had him for the last class of the day, but he managed to keep us
interested (at least most of the time).
I also remember Mr. Hill. I
never had him as a teacher, but I sat in on his class one day and I think
that I learned more during that one class than I learned all year in Mr.
Myers class.
From:
Beverly Virginia Hill Theil <beverlyvt@aol.com>
(1965)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
needed data
I am
being asked more and more to speak on the topic of children who kill their
abuser. I have worked with a
number of children over the years that fall into that category.
However, there is little statistical data on this topic.
I am trying to gather such data.
I would appreciate any info anyone has or comes across in the
paper. In order to address
this problem more effectively we need data that is not anecdotal.
I would appreciate your help.
From:
Todd Blakely <todd.blakely@faa.gov>
(1981)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from the Gazette.
Occupation:
Financial Manager, Spouse: Aileen, Children: Taylor Jensen (T.J.) Blakely
- Age:
Memorable
Incidents: Greased pig in the hallway, VW in the senior courtyard, Bruce
Tucker chewing tobacco in Mr. Clarke’s class, Bill Barrett jumping out
the window of Mr Courtney’s class. Going
to sporting events (i.e. Football, Basketball, Wrestling, etc.) with
friends and watching the best POM POMs and Cheerleaders in the State of
Maryland.
Since
High School: University of Maryland - ECONOMICS Five year plan 1981-1986.
Met my wife Aileen at U of MD and we have been raising two
wonderful children.
Worked
for the Department of the Navy (Summer 1983/Fall 1991) before becoming a
program manager for the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA). Currently,
Financial Manager for FAA’s Office of System Capacity.
Future
Plans: Surviving high school with my children.
Paying for college. Building
a retirement home on the Chesapeake Bay.
Spending more time traveling, fishing, swimming, and golfing.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Clarke because he really enjoyed teaching.
He showed me how to have fun, get organized, and learn something.
From:
Rich Lieberman <jakrwl@umich.edu>
(1975)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
Physician—Ob/Gyn & Pathology (gyn pathologist), Spouse: Julie Anne
Kovach, Children: Allyson - age 11 (two time Michigan State [Detroit News]
Spelling Bee Champion; National Spelling Bee placed 50th [1999]
and 18th [1998] out of 250 Champions across the Nation). Going
for the “three-peat”! Hope to “Bee” in DC in early June again for
the National Spelling Bee.
Future
Plans: Revolutionize pathology with Internet based imaging...
Sorry
I can’t attend the reunion in August. Have fun!
From:
Ralph “Rusty” Sheaffer, Jr. <LTCSHEAFFER@juno.com>
(1976)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update last 20 odd years
How I
found out about the website? Typed
in “Peary High School” in
Occupation:
Soldier, Teacher, Gardener, Spouse: Ellen Huyler, Children: Thomas and
Jacob
I
live near Meyersdale, Pennsylvania, about 3 hours from mom and dad. They
still live on Arctic Ave. Sister Linda (74) and brother Dan (79) still
live in Rockville. Sister Debe lives in South Africa. Miss Sugars (?)
counselor said maybe I shouldn’t go on to college but did and graduated
from Frostburg in 1982 and was commissioned a second luey in US Army. We
lived for 3 years in Germany and another 4 in Missouri before events
brought us back east. Left the army in 91 and graduated from West Va. Uni...still
in the National Guard and have the rank of lieutenant colonel. I plan to
retire from the Guard by 2003 and then collect my pension when I turn 60.
That’s the plan, at least. Has
been an adjunct instructor at Garrett Community College. Married 17 years
come May. Two boys one is 16 and beginning to drive (yikes!) and a 13 year
old. Involved with Boy Scouts and my eyes are hitting middle age.
How we got to the Meyersdale, Pennsylvania area is a long tale...
Ralph....
or did you know me by Rusty?
From:
Julie Jason Marquis <julie.e.marquis@usda.gov>
(1982)
Date:
Tue, 28 Mar 2000
Subject:
AVON 3-Day for Breast Cancer
Hi
everyone! I realize this is
almost too late, but I wanted to let anyone still here in Maryland know
that I’ll be walking in the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day, May 5-7, 2000!
I’ll be walking from Frederick, MD to Washington, DC with about 3200
other people, all in an effort to raise money and awareness about Breast
Cancer.
Fortunately,
my family (blood-wise) does not have a history of this disease, but many
friends do. I’m hoping that
my participation can provide some type of support to those that have
fought this battle, and those that are currently fighting it, whether it
be money provided to Spouse Support Groups while a loved-one is undergoing
treatment, or by funding the research necessary to find ways to fight
Breast Cancer more effectively, or by simply showing others that someone
cares enough to walk 60 miles for them!
In
the last few weeks, as I’ve increased my training for the event, I’ve
met some remarkable people that I’ll be walking with.
Some are survivors themselves, others are walking in honor of their
loved ones, and some are spouses forced to watch their wives battle this
disease.
If
you are interested, please come out to Cheer us on, as we’ll be walking
through the Gaithersburg/Rockville area sometime between May 5 and May 7.
Additionally,
if you are interested and able, please consider sponsoring me. I have agreed to raise $1800 before May 5.
Needless to say, raising the money has been more difficult than
physically training for the walk! The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade is a tax-deductible, 501©(3)
organization. You can obtain
a Pledge Form online at www.breastcancer3day.com
- Go to the Washington, DC 3-day and the Pledge Form is available.
My walker number is 4154-DC. Thank
you for your attention and support!
From:
Susan Husband Ridgley <sridgley@nrww.com>
(1984)
Date:
Wed, 29 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my brothers, John and Jim Husband.
Occupation:
Stay at home mom, independent beauty consultant, co-owner of NRWW Hosting.
Spouse: Dave, Children: Tim 17, Todd 17, Brittany 12, Jenny 8,
Jessica 6, Alison 2
Memorable
Incidents: Hanging out with my buddy Richie Redman, driving the Yellow
Monster.
Since
High School: Got married, had some kids, got divorced, got re-married,
more kids, now I stay at home with them and run my own business plus my
husband’s business. I am
the Leader for two Girl Scout Troops as well as the Media Rep for the GS
Unit in this area (Toledo, OH).
Future
Plans: Depending on how distant in the future, I expect grandchildren (but
not yet!!) and a house that we all fit in (very soon!). But for now,
I’ll just enjoy being with my kids and watching them grow up.
Memorable
Teacher: That would be Mrs. Canning. She used to fall asleep in
mid-sentence.
Just
wanted to say THANK YOU for reuniting me and my best friend since first
grade! I have been looking
for Christine Rice for 15 years and thanks to you and my brother Jim’s
keen eye, I finally found her!! We’ve
literally picked up where we left off and we’re having a great time
together. Thank you!
From:
Paul Thompson <pt_cw@yahoo.com>
(1975)
Date:
Wed, 29 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website online.
Occupation:
Facility Manager Memorable Incidents: Blowing up resistors in Mr.
Courtney’s electronics class. And the time I had to make an animated
movie to keep from flunking English.
Since
High School: Worked as an electrician for 20 years. In 1985 I married
Katherine Tinus. We bought a house in Beltsville, MD and worked on it for
15 years. We our now separated and plan to divorce in November, however,
we are still good friends. I moved from Maryland to Virginia were I am
pursuing my second career as a Facility Manager for a Web Hosting company.
Future
Plans: I’m looking forward to moving from my temporary apartment to my
new Reston VA house on June 1st. After that I don’t know.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Courtney with Electronics class. He always had a hard time
controlling the class.
From:
Roger W. Welker <rwwlws@aol.com>
(1967)
Date:
Thu, 30 Mar 2000
Subject:
Visit to home!!!
Dear
REPHS alumni and staff, I returned to the area this week because I had a
tutorial to teach in Baltimore on Monday the 27th. I had the
whole day on Sunday to just drive around.
Ah,
springtime in the Washington metropolitan area. I had almost forgotten how
truly beautiful it is, with daffodils, tulips, and blooming trees. Here in
California, we don’t have spring as back east.
I
went by the school and was impressed by the appearance of the Berman
Academy, but disturbed that the auditorium is still guarded by chain link
fence. The fence suggests trouble in the neighborhood and is an eye blight
on everyone’s’ property. Can the owners do something to improve the
appearance?
I
went by my old home and was impressed with the maturity of the trees in
the neighborhood. When I left, the street trees still did not shelter the
streets. I also went by the former homes of several other classmates, just
for nostalgic reinforcement. The old neighborhoods look beautiful and
bring back fond memories.
I
wish I could come home but, alas, work keeps me here toiling for NASA at
JPL.
Warmest
wishes to all Huskies!!!
Roger
Welker (toad, for those of you that remember)
From:
Skip Fitzgerald <bradley.fitzgerald@gsa.gov>
(1976)
Date:
Thu, 30 Mar 2000
Subject:
Services Requested
Wanted:
Those Peary Alumni who are currently Montgomery County Police
Officers or those serving in the Law Enforcement community to provide an
additional police presence and other security services.
This request also includes those persons who are retired MCP
officers. We have many needs
at this point, so your assistance is invaluable in providing a safe and
secure environment for “Peary Community Homecoming 2000.”
This request is for volunteers only with the only perk being your
satisfaction in contributing to the Peary Community.
If interested, contact Lt. Richard Sweet, Deputy Commander,
Wheaton-Glenmont Station-(240-773-5517), sweetr@co.mo.md.us
or Cpl. Paul Sterling also of Wheaton-Glenmont-(240-773-5582), steril@co.mo.md.us.
The above officers will be the lead contacts for this event.
They will work you into the overall security plan.
Additionally, Sgt. Brian Bates, Special Services Section, MNCPPC
Police-(301) 929-2701, bbates@mncppc.state.md.us
will also be providing police services to our event. “If we all give a little, then together we can accomplish a
lot”. Thanks in advance for your support.
Skip FitzGerald-Peary-‘76
From:
Alice Huff Fones <AHuff52415@aol.com>
(1980)
Date:
Thu, 30 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from friends.
Occupation:
Washington Post Circulation, Spouse: James, Children: Harry 7 years and
Amelia 5 years
Memorable
Incidents: Friends and great great memories.
Since
High School: Everything. I
have been fortunate to work out of my home for the last 15 years.
I have traveled and been able to raise our 2 children.
I did so much living in my 20’s that I now am just slowing down a
little. I still believe humor is the key to a really good life.
Future
Plans: Stay in the area, continuing working with the Post, and enjoy all
the people that I still am so grateful to know.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Wick he was our friend and teacher.
We learned to type in his class but he was also just a very good
friend.
From:
Connie Scuderi Gallerizzo <cosmoconnie@aol.com>
(1975)
Date:
Thu, 30 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my sister Ann Rand.
Occupation:
Professional Cosmetologist, Spouse: Peter, Children: Ryan Joseph Corey,
born Aug. 30, 1980. Constance Ann Gallerizzo, born Dec. 27, 1987.
Catherine Marie Gallerizzo, Born May 26, 1992. Grandchildren: none
yet thank God.
Memorable
Incident: Dance class with Jenny, Steph, and Rose
Since
High School: Working hard, raising my children, and loving life!
Future
Plans: To have my own Art Studio in my home and to spend time painting in
the great outdoors!
Memorable
Teacher: Mrs. Glass my art teacher. She taught me so much!
From:
Juliet Pfaehler Retorick <Daveymom@yahoo.com>
(1978)
Date:
Thu, 30 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my older sister alumni.
Occupation:
Management, Spouse: William, Children: David William 6 yrs old
Memorable
Incident: Being embarrassed during an award assembly to come up to receive
an award I didn’t know about. I
was involved in writing in my beau’s yearbook.
Since
High School: I have traveled a lot -now I am very happy with my husband
and son and 3 cats!
What
ever happen to the pictures, memory album for the 78 reunion?
From:
Mary Golsen Mason <no e-mail address submitted> (1981)
Date:
Fri, 31 Mar 2000
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from fellow Peary alumni. Occupation:
Speech
Pathologist, Spouse: Tim, Children: Katherine (Katie) - 6, James (Jimmy) -
5, Ryan - 1 ½
Since
High School: Received Master’s in speech pathology, Ph.D in
Administration. Currently
working as a speech pathologist in an elementary school in Frederick
County.
Memorable
Teacher: Coach Tom Nawracki
From:
Kathy Shannon Reges <KathyReges@yahoo.com>
(1983)
Date:
Sun, 2 Apr 2000
Subject:
Update
How I
found out about the website? An old high school friend mentioned it.
Occupation:
Nursery School Teacher & Mom, Spouse: Patrick, Children: Kelly Shannon
Age 10, Mary Katherine (Katie) Age 9, Kevin Patrick Age 6, Kenneth Anthony
(Kenny) Age 4
Since
High School: Went to school, met a great man, got married, had four kids,
and we are enjoying a great life!
Memorable
Teacher: I remember Mr. Hill quite clearly. He was my math teacher but
also a sports fan, he attended a few softball games when he could, then
would give me pointers in class the next day on how to improve my game.
From:
Mary Ann Naples Vann <MAV153@aol.com>
(1978)
Date:
Mon, 3 Apr 2000
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
School Bus Driver for 11 years, Spouse: Livingston (Jamie)
Vann
IV (1975), Jamie’s Occupation: Electrician, Children: Daughter
Since
High School: Married a class of 75 grad. in August of 1978 - that will be
22 years. Have 2 wonderful children. Our daughter is in college studying
Nursing and our son graduates in June from Linganore High School.
Future
Plans: Our Kids are grown and its time to enjoy again. Travel, and someday
grandchildren, but not yet.
From:
“Jan” Jennifer Schwartz Connolly <ladycat2402@aol.com>
(1974)
Date:
Tue, 4 Apr 2000
Subject:
Happy News!
Jack
Marble graduated in 1970 & his little sister, Jean (class of 74) was
my best friend at Peary. I had such a crush on him! But 3 years younger at
that age... Well, 28 years later, here we are, very happy to have
“connected.” I kept seeing his email address on the Peary website
every time I’d browse, & one day finally decided to drop a line
& say hi. The timing was right & we started dating a week later!
Now I’m the happiest girl on the face of the earth! Thanks, Bob Lau
& others who put this together!!!
From:
Tari Alden Norum <TEEJAYN@aol.com>
(1977)
Date:
Thu, 6 Apr 2000
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
Homemaker, Spouse: Robert, Children: Sarah Marit - 14yrs., A. Hunter -
11yrs. and Erik Keith 17 Months.
Memorable
Incidents: Running indoor track, trying out for Pom Pom’s, my first
boyfriend, being the middle of an “Oreo Cookie”.
Since
High School: Married almost 18 years and have 3 children.
I attended college for a while and then went to work in an office.
I have been an at home mom for 11 years but have done some contract
work and temp. work over the years. Have
been in Langhorne [PA] for 11 years and hope to be here for even more.
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Pine for letting me be his aide, Mrs. Whittaker for
encouraging me to become the field hockey manager when I decided to not
play.
From:
Becky Sowers Stalnaker <bs@fredrickmd.com>
(1985)
Date:
Thu, 6 Apr 2000
Subject:
Birth Announcement
Patrick
William Stalnaker born 3/10/2000 joins brother Phillip 6/18/98.
Proud parents are Becky Sowers (85) Stalnaker and John Stalnaker.
10 lbs ¾ oz 22 ½ inches. Mom
and baby doing fine!!
“I
live in PA and have had the wonderful opportunity, due to work situations,
to be in Frederick and see my new nephew several times while he is
quite small!!”—Aunt Beth Sowers (80) Chirico
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