April 2000

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: Lisa Couturier <LCouturier@AOL.com> (1980)
Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2000
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from the Peary alum page.

Occupation: writer, Spouse: Kirk Mettam, Children: Madeleine Couturier Mettam, four-and-a-half years old

Since High School: I have just recently returned to Maryland, after living in Manhattan for the last 15 years. In New York, I was articles editor for New Woman and Redbook magazines. I then worked as a freelance writer for environmental and wildlife magazines while attending graduate school at NYU, which I finished with in 1994. I had my first child, Madeleine, in 1995, and she has brought me great joy. Shortly after her birth I returned to writing and have published essays in several anthologies (American Nature Writing 1998 (Sierra Club Books); The Mountain Reader (Lyons Press); American Nature Writing 2000: A Celebration of Women Writers (Oregon State University Press); The River Reader (Lyons Press); and, most recently, I have just finished a piece for the National Geographic Society about returning to Washington and the urban nature in the DC area. It will appear in a book called Heart of the Nation, this fall. Currently, I am working on another idea for National Geographic. Also, I teach essay writing at the Writers Center in Bethesda. Other things: I’ve traveled to Borneo twice and worked with orangutans; traveled throughout Latin America (including hiking in the Andes, sailing along the southern tip of the continent to Tierra Del Fuego and through the Chilean fjords, and sailing in the Galapagos Islands).

Future Plans: It’s great to be back in Maryland. My husband and I love living here and raising our daughter here. We have a small place along the Potomac and feel quite blessed to have found such a beautiful spot. We would like to have a second child soon. I plan to continue working from my home, where I write, to “spread the word” about wildlife and environmental conservation.

Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Flynn, my English teacher. She gave me confidence to be a writer. Mr. Stamoulis, the photography teacher; he was just a hoot—and a good photographer. Mrs. Brewer, the art teacher, who listened, again and again, to the Grateful Dead, all the while encouraging our artistic selves.

Looking forward to the big event. Thanks, Janet.

From: Marcia Gay Cohen Boyer <marciagboyer@yahoo.com> (1965)
Date: Sat, 22 Apr 2000
Subject: Update

I found out about the website through a letter from Elizabeth Carter.

Occupation: High School Teacher, Sunnyslope H S - Phoenix, Spouse: William (“Skip”), Children: Melanie Lynn - 23, Kristopher W. “Kit” Boyer

Memorable Incidents: The musicals; Dr. Dunn’s phone call to me, Xmas ‘65 inquiring about the whereabouts of the missing picture of the Class of ‘65; Class trip to the World’s Fair (‘64) and the door not having a lock (we used a chair); and the list goes on.

Since High School: I graduated from Hastings College with a BA in English, minors in Drama/Speech and Secondary Ed, May ‘69. I married Skip one-week later in Omaha. We will celebrate #31, May 31^st. We began our careers in Pratt, KS and ventured forth to Union, MO, Virginia Beach, VA, Lakeland, FLA, and have been in Phoenix since 1983. Our children were born in Norfolk, VA. Skip and I have led an exciting life with our travels, but on paper are the average all-American family. The details are available upon request, but every dream I ever dreamed back in ‘65 has come true with a lot more added.

Future Plans: I look forward to retirement in 2005!!!!

Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Magrab, Mr. Sprowles, Mr. Gibbs, Ms. Bladen, Mr. Hill, and Mr. McKay. Each was the ultimate professional, dedicated to kids, and each held a standard that would be scoffed at today.

I am so happy that you found me! This is a beautiful site!

From: mary callen baker <phil.baker@jhuapl.edu> (1974)
Date: Sun, 23 Apr 2000
Subject: Update

I found out about the website from my brother.

Occupation: pediatric nurse, Spouse: phil, Children: jason 20, hannah 18, david 16, and john 10

Memorable Incidents: chemistry class, bible class with Brian McLaren in the mornings.

Since High School: marriage, children, church, nursing school, work

Future Plans: might go back to further my education in nursing

Memorable Teachers: my chemistry teacher, last name starts with a B., she had a 240Z. history teacher, “when the going gets tough, the tough get going!”

From:      Shirley Santilhano Friedman <gsmusic@netzero.net> (1981)
Date:       Mon, 24 Apr 2000
Subject:                Ruddigore

I perform with The Victorian Lyric Opera Co. and we are putting on a Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera in June at the Scotts Fitzgerald Theatre in Rockville (Rockville Civic Center). The dates of the shows are June 9, 10 and 16, 17 at 8:00pm and Sunday June 11 and 18 at 2:00pm. The name of the show is Ruddigore. Please let the Peary Alumni be informed.

Thanks, Shirley Santilhano/Friedman

QUICK TAKES

MATT BOYLE - Class of 1980 <MATTBOYLE@PRODIGY.NET>
Occupation: TERRITORY MANAGER, Children: JENIFER 16, MADISON 4

TED WATSON - Class of 1969 <intrepid103@aol.com>
Occupation: supv. ltv steel corp

Jay Rosen - Class of 1973 <jrosen@oregonsbest.com> Spouse: Cathy Green-Rosen, Children: Liam Jayson (12)

Dana Jerman Corwin <r-corwin@earthlink.net> (1985)
I graduated from Wheaton High.
Occupation: Registered nurse, Spouse: Robert, Children: Claire age almost 4, Emily age almost 2, baby to be # 3. Memories: Peary poms

Melinda Wise Bodnar - Class of 1982 <mindy@frederickmd.com> I found out about the website from a Family Member.
Occupation: Mother, Spouse: Stephen, Children: Matthew 9 years old and Cody 7 years old. Since High School: I have worked for a physician for 9 years til the birth of my first son. Am a full-time Mom to my sons.

Debbie Mattingly - Class of 1971 <DMATTING@ORA.FDA.GOV>
I found out about the website from my brother. Occupation: Compliance Analyst, Children: Jaimi (age 10)

Candace Sue Schaffer-Bogley - Class of 1970 <JEBCSBFLA@aol.com>
How I found out about the website? My husband has been searching the web for reunion information.
Occupation: Pro Shop Manager - Golf Course, Spouse: Jim, Children: Kim Coale stepdaughter age 30, Jim Bogley stepson age 28, April Morris stepdaughter age 25. Grandchildren: Chris 10, Christin 9, Shane 8, Brandon 3, Cameron 3, Zack 1

Martha Coder - Class of 1975 <mllf@concentric.net>
Occupation: Telecommunications Analyst, Significant Other: Lori Fuller

Angela Hunt - Class of 1978 <hunt@goeaston.net>
I found out about the website from my brother Tom Hunt - 1979 Graduate.
Occupation: Office Manager/Accountant, Children: Matt - 14 Emily – 12 Adam - 11

Carolyn Berry-Dillard - Class of 1978 <foxridge@erols.com>
Spouse: Michael

Laurie Hyrkas Weisman - Class of 1978 <lweisman@kbplumbing.com>
found out about the website from a classmate.
Occupation: Administrative Assistant, Children: Jennifer 13 (oh no), Michael 11, Katy 8

Terry Pettijohn - Class of 1964 <petijon@vcn.com> I found out about the website from the Reunion mailing. Occupation: Manager of Mine Operations, Spouse: Phyllis, Children: Lisa Livermore - 34, Amy Nelson - 32, Holly Pettijohn - 29; Grandchildren: Ryan Livermore - 6, Megan Livermore - 1yr,8mo, Skylar Nelson 2wk.

Judy Leary - Class of 1974 <judyleary@starpower.net>
How I found out about the website? I ran into Meredith Way Morris at MC and she told me the URL. Occupation: Computer Applications

Elaine Riffle Hockman - Class of 1970 <ElainRH@aol.com>
I found out about the website from my brother.
Occupation: Accountant, Spouse: Jack, Children: John 20 and Mark 18

Keith Minnick - Class of 1976 <KMinnick@GetNet.com>
I found out about the website from a friend.
Occupation: System Analyst, Spouse: Carolyn

Don Nuce - Class of 1968 <donnuce@earthlink.net>
I found out about the website through browsing.
Occupation: Independent Cable Contractor, Spouse: Marianne, Children: Jason age 19

Sue Johanna Bouman - Class of 1980 <george@jeffnet.org>
I found out about the website from Andy Torri.
Occupation: Massage Therapist, Significant Other: George, “Children”.... Dog: Harpua, Cats: Oscar and Shakti Ma

Kevin Chase - Class of 1975 <huklbry@starpower.net>
I found out about the website from my brother.
Occupation: Pressman, Children: Kyle 17 and Craig 16

Vivian O’Haro Gallardy - Class of 1970 <Gallardy@tst.tracor.com> I found out about the website from my Brother, Sam, and Bob Lau e-mailed me.
Occupation: Secretary, Children: Patrick, Age-16 yrs.

Karen Shannon Toner - Class of 1979 <karentandco@yahoo.com> I found out about the website from my sister, class of 83.
Occupation: software engineer, Spouse: John, Children: Jason 10 and Shaun 8. Since High School: College, working, getting married, raising kids. Future Plans: more raising kids and working.

Nancy Stack Kidd - Class of 1977 <gkidd@commix.com>
Occupation: medical assistant/school support coordinator, Spouse: Gary, Children: John Patrick age 18 and David Joseph age 16

Steven W. Ganley - Class of 1976 <Steven.Ganley@Compaq.com> I found out about the website from friends. Occupation: Service Engineer, Children: Megan Michelle Ganley 13. Memorable Incidents:
Watching the girls turn into almost women. Most gratifying. Not politically correct, but true.

Darlene Tremper Costello - Class of 1979 <costeld@acq.osd.mil>
Occupation: Engineer/Staff Specialist for Surface Warfare Programs/Office of the Under Secretary of Defense. Spouse: Brian, Children: (stepson) Brian age 14 and (stepdaughter) Charlie age 12

pat plante - Class of 1975 <capri1957@hotmail.com>
I found out about the website from a friend

Priscilla “Pat” Thomas - Class of 1965 <ptvmc@aol.com>
Occupation: Camp Administrator, Since High School: Camp and Retreat work, Writing

Lisa Finkle Pransky - Class of 1982 <LJPransky@aol.com>
I found out about the website from Karen Kushner. Spouse: Scott, Children: Danielle 3 ½

David A. Bachtel - Class of 1980 <bltranch@mindspring.com> I found out about the website through a search engine. Occupation: United Parcel Service, Spouse: Shelley Deanne, Children: Brooke Nichole 8 years, Lauren Ashley 5 years, Trevor Allan 3 years

Denise FitzGerald Edwards - Class of 1979 <daee@supernet.com> I found out about the website from brother dennis fitzgerald. Occupation: owner of resturant/tavern/nightclub Spouse: michael, Children: scott lewis 20, catherine lewis 15

Rhyne G. Petitt - Class of 1982 <fullhousecon@cs.com> I found out about the website through a phone call with Karen a few years ago. Occupation: Electrician, Since High School: Moved to Charlotte, NC in 1996. The 15^th Year Reunion was a lot of fun. Anxious to see you and all the other alumni at the next reunion.

Mary Beth Quinter Pizzi - 1980 <pizzim@bfsaulco.com> I found out about the website from other Alumni. Occupation: Insurance Broker - AVP, Spouse: Rick, Children: Ryan Michael - age 12, Gino Salvatore - age 3, Holly Maria - age 2 and another baby due 5/11/2000. Grandchildren: None yet! Memorable Incident: The greased “1980” piglet that ran all over school. Since High School: Working, family. Future Plans: Family, Family, Family

John E. Wilkins - Class of 1980 <coachman1126@hotmail.com> Occupation: Motorcoach Operator, Spouse: Sheila, Children: Hana May-13, Benjamin Hood-11, John Isaac-3

Michael Johnson - Class of 1970 <johnsonmrj@aol.com> I found out about the website from friends. Occupation: business owner, Children: Herbert O. 27, Samuel M. 24, Jacob H. 19. Since High School: enjoying life!!!! Future Plans: continue enjoying life!!!

Craig Johnson - Class of 1979 <cjohnson@airframe.bfg.com> I found out about the website from Peter Zaemes. Occupation: Senior Productivity Engineer

Celia Quintero - Class of 1983 <celiaqdavis@cs.com> I found out about the website from other alumni. Occupation: patient services representative. Other alums I know about: Linda (Notestine) Meade

Daniel Buckley - Class of 1975 <Darbybuck@cs.com> I found out about the website from Danny Lee.

Karen Fox - Class of 1970 <no e-mail address submitted> I found out about the website through word of mouth. Occupation: Office Admin

Thomas Santucci - Class of 1978 <tsantucci@holytrinitydc.org> I found out about the website from friends. Occupation: Network Admin, Spouse: Alisa, Children: Jenna (9), Cara (5), Tommy (2)

Mike Penn - Class of 1983 <pennfamily@libertybay.com> I found out about the website from a friend. Occupation: Communications Technician, Spouse: Angie, Children: Michael 10, Joseph 7, Alexander 5

CAROLE CATLIN BORTLE - Class of 1965 <cbortle@shentel.net> I found out about the website from the REUNION COORDINATOR. Occupation: CLUB STEWARD-VFW POST 1860, Significant Other: CHARLES F. ZAUN

Andy Green - Class of 1982 <agreen@bedford.net> I found out about the website from Joe Reese. Occupation: Dept. Manager, Spouse: Lisa, Children: Forest J. 3, Hunter L. 2, Ridge E. 0

END OF TEXT - MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE - VOLUME 4, NUMBER 9

Articles for the next issue are due May 20, 2000

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