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Volume 5, Number
10, May 2001
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter
for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
Page 3
From:
Jim Ketchum <Jim_Ketchum@ssp.navy.mil>
(1974)
Date:
Tue, 8 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my younger sister.
Occupation:
Program/Budget Analyst, Spouse: Linda, Children: Ashley 18, Elizabeth 18
(twins), Grandchildren: None Yet, Hopefully they can wait til they are
married
Memorable
Incidents: No particular names, but it was always fun to see underclassmen
taped to the anchor in the senior court.
Since
High School: I graduated from UMD in 1978.
Since then, I have been working the Strategic Systems Programs
(Navy TRIDENT program) for past 21 years.
Future
Plans: Getting the kids through College
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Clarke and Mr. Boyd were characters.
Mini-skirts were in and Mr. Clarke usually selected the shortest
one to reach up for his Global Map. Mr.
Boyd for a whole year tried to flip a quarter to land on top of the wall
clock above the door. For our
class he wasn’t successful until near the end of the year.
Afterwards, he complained that it took him 5 minutes to earn that
quarter and why did he waste it. It’s
funny what you remember about High School.
Other
alums I know about? Scott
LeMessurier (1974) moved to Florida.
From:
Traci Evans Rowe <tevansrowe@aol.com>
(1982)
Date:
Tue, 8 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from a classmate.
Occupation:
Business Analyst (IT Industry), Spouse: Dwayne
Since
High School: I lived in Atlanta, Georgia and then Glendale, California
before returning to the Washington area in 1992.
Future
Plans: Travel and Children. Whichever
happens first.
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Hill - he the best math teacher I ever had.
Mr. Clark - he always had an enthusiastic classroom.
Mrs. Hale - She taught me basics of good communications.
From:
Veronica Ann Rancont <vrancont@hotmail.com>
(1986/Wheaton)
Date:
Tue, 8 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from the mailer.
Occupation: Training and
Memorable
Incidents: Brian Hardaway’s death four days before graduation, making
tons of great friends, my first kiss
Since
High School: I’ve just ended another 4-year long relationship (now this
makes 3). I’ve been
involved in two accidents (one involving a Mack truck - totaled my car and
left me with a neck injury, the other with an 18-wheeler - I sped up to
avoid being hit, but he bumped me - car and body escaped injury).
Finally graduated from Maryland with a B.S. in Kinesiology, worked
with stroke and accident victims. Just
landed a dream job with Land Rover University.
Traveled a little bit around the country, but always homesick for
my Maryland. Lots of family
stuff. I became a volunteer
E.M.T. and Firefighter in 1997 (was inactive while finishing school).
My accident put my return to duty on hold, and delayed my training
for career firefighting. I
attempted the vigorous CPAT exam, and missed by 10 seconds.
I’m now volunteering in Howard County.
I also am a personal trainer and teach exercise classes in
Columbia.
Future
Plans: Still looking for Mr. Right to make me happy and give me children,
but willing to wait a little longer (too many heartaches).
I enjoy working with my personal training clients, but would like
to get back into rehabilitation. Still
dreaming of writing a book. Still
suffering a shattered heart at the moment, so hopefully, by October I’ll
be healed and back in high spirits. Another
dream was to train for high-angle and technical rescue.
I am currently training to prepare for that venture.
Grad school might be in the future (after I pay off the loan for my
undergraduate degree). I
guess I’ll always be a student.
Memorable
Teachers: Benny Green, of course, my wonderful music teacher and friend
since the sixth grade. I go
to see him every couple of years. Mrs.
Rosen, for her warmth and class.
Other
alums I know about? I’ve
just sent e-mail to David Meadows’ sister.
She’ll
give him the website information. Cathleen
(Jody Longcor) Tinsley is divorced and living in Alabama. I haven’t spoken to her in two years, and doubt you will be
able to find her. Tonja
Robinson is cousin to Theresa (I can’t remember her last name and
can’t find my yearbook). If
I remember her last name, I’ll send it.
Tami Stepper moved to North Carolina (but that was at least 13
years ago, lost touch, sorry).
I’m
so very glad that Michelle and Charline are doing this.
I remember talking in a group (including Charline) about doing a
Peary Reunion, and am so happy that you are making it happen!
If you need help, please do not hesitate to contact me.
To:
Nancy Sommers Hotze <nhotze@houston.rr.com>
(1979)
Date:
Wed, 9 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website while surfing.
Occupation:
homemaker, Spouse: Richard, Children: Philip Andrew - 9 years, Alexander
Nyland – 7 years, Mary Louise - 5 years, Carolyn Clare - 3 years
Since
High School: I attended the University of Texas in Austin and received a
BBA in Finance in 1983. After graduation, I accepted a job at a bank in
Houston as an officer in the commercial real estate division.
I married my husband, Rick, in 1988 and we have been blessed with
four precious children. We
love to travel and have been fortunate to visit several countries
including Italy, Germany, Belgium, England, Canada, Mexico and the
Netherlands.
From:
Paul Tangredi <ptangredi@hotmail.com>
(1973)
Date:
Wed, 9 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website through yahoo.
Occupation:
Telemarketing Director, Children: David 23, Danny 21, Lauren 18, Rebecca
13
Memorable
Incidents: The Rowdies, meting Bozo with Joe Pratt, Wrestling teams
incredibly hard workouts
Since
High School: Graduated U of Md with Degree in Philosophy, busy raising 4
children and now am Telemarketing Director for a National Dating Service
Future
Plans: Retire and write
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Clarke (of course), Mr. Travers, and Burlas (he was my pe
teacher every year)
From:
Robin Rose Fine <rfine118@netzero.net>
(1982)
Date:
Thu, 10 May 2001
Subject: Congratulations Brad Oscar (1982) for Tony Nomination
Congratulations
to Brad Oscar (1982) for receiving a Tony Award nomination for his
“featured actor” role in “The Producers,” the hot new Broadway
musical. You may have caught him on the Arch Campbell segment on May 9th
during the 11 p.m. news on WRC-TV. Best wishes to you and your family, and
good luck on June 3rd, when they announce the winners on CBS.
From:
Charline Chapman Carter <Shelbi010@aol.com>
(1986/Wheaton)
Date:
Thu, 10 May 2001
Subject:
Peary anchor article - front page of The Gazette
There’s
a great article on the front page of The Gazette (dated 5/9/01), about the
anchor being rededicated to its former site (Peary HS), now the Melvin J.
Berman Hebrew Academy.
From:
Alice Settle-Raskin <alice_settle-raskin@xecu.net>
(1977)
Date:
Fri, 11 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website by searching on the web.
Occupation:
Marketing Director, Spouse: Larry, Children: Jessica - 12, Matthew - 9,
Grandchildren: NONE!
Since
High School: Worked for Federal Government for 20 years, resigned,
finishing degree in Public Relations at Hood College, will graduate Feb.
2002
Future
Plans: To make lots of money in the Public Relations Field!
Memorable
Teachers: Gibbs & Vadala! Because
they were a zany pair, everyone knew it, but they would never admit it in
public!
Other
alums I know about? John L. Settle (1980) is my brother and currently
lives with his wife (Suzanne Dobbs, 1982), and daughter (Nicole) in
Westminster, MD.
From:
Patrick J. Minogue <PMinYakMan@AOL.com>
(1973)
Date:
Sun, 13 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my sister.
Occupation:
Forester, Children: Jessica 20, Anna 17
Memorable
Incidents: Wrestling team with Coach Burlas, Man of LaMancha (yes I
dropped the Coke bottle).
Since
High School: Went on to school at The Univ. of Maryland, North Carolina
State, Auburn University. Now
I am a market development manager for BASF’s western forestry business.
Future
Plans: Play more golf.
Other
alums I know about? Andy
Green lives in Savannah, GA and owns Classic and Custom auto.
From: Stephanie Wright Corley <eandscorley@olg.com>
(1981)
Date:
Mon, 14 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my brother Mark, class of 1976.
Occupation:
special ed teacher, Spouse: Trey, Children: Michael 11, Nicholas 9,
Stephen 7
Memorable
Incidents: Trying to get the wrecking crew into parties
Since
High School: worked as a medical assistant for a few years then went to
work for my father at McArdle Printing co., where I met my husband. Started a family in 1989 and was a housewife and mother for 8
years. Moved to Calvert
County in 1996 after 33 years in Rockville, Md.
Have retuned to college to get my masters degree in Education while
I’m working for the public school in Calvert County.
I have found that I love the country life.
From:
Donna Poulsen Catron <donsam@beachlink.com>
(1977)
Date:
Wed, 16 May 2001
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
Administrative Assistant Spouse: Chris, Children: Samantha Kaye Clark 13
yrs.
Memorable
Incidents: Choir rehearsals for programs and trips with choirs
Since
High School: Raising daughter born in 1987, taking some classes, working
in Bookkeeping/Office Admin. for various companies on the Outer Banks of
NC. Remarried in Jan. of 2001.
Future
Plans: Build a new home, readjust to married life, help daughter through
high school and then through college, continue in same field.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr.Peerless because of his love for the subject matter and his
dedication to helping us learn to love it too, not just to sing it.
From:
Sandra Pitman Beatty <no e-mail address submitted> (1977)
Date:
Wed, 16 May 2001
Subject:
Update
Spouse:
Norman, Children: Norman - 17, Amber - 16, Ashley - 15, Nicholas - 12,
Nathan- 11, Nolan - 9, Abigail - 7.....
Memorable
Incidents: ha..ha...
Since
High School: Sign Business owner for 17 years, Racehorses
Future
Plans: Kentucky Derby Winner....move to Ocala when the kids are gone
Memorable
Teachers: ha...ha...
Where’s
Jodi Lorah ?
From:
Susan Hennessey Highsmith <Sharita39@aol.com>
(1976)
Date:
Thu, 17 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
learned about the MSO at one of the 1966 class reunions.
That is because my husband, Ray Highsmith, is a Pearyite also.
We have 2 sons-Daniel 19, and Michael 14; 4 cats (all girls); 2 new
Jack Russell puppies (both male); and 3 cars----lol!!!
After High school I went down the wild wrong road and quickly
became addicted to alcohol and drugs.
In 1981 I joined AA and have been sober ever since.
I’ve worked mostly at home raising my boys.
I’m presently looking for a new job after 3.5 years in retail.
I think a need a big break from retail!!! Back in August of ‘00 my family joined a church.
My boys were going through a tough situation with temptation and we
turned to an old friend who invited us to his church.
He just happened to be the youth minister also, which didn’t
hurt. So here I am 42 years
old, happily married, with 2 sons who are the pride and joy of my life,
with loving animals surrounding me and I’ve committed my life to Jesus
Christ.!
I’ve
never been happier!!! It
would be great hearing from some of my former classmates or Pearyites, so
send me an e-mail! God Bless
You All!!!
From:
Lynn Draize Hurlbrink <LaLollie2278@aol.com>
(1980)
Date:
Sat, 19 May 2001
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
Tractor Trailer Driver, Significant Other: Christopher
Since
High School: Raising 2 kids, working hard...
Future
Plans: I’m getting remarried on Oct 20th 2001...cant wait!!!
Memorable
Teacher: Carrie Luck she was a good strict math teacher
I’m
glad I found you all !!
From:
Craig Mason Shrewsberry <no e-mail submitted> (1981)
Date:
Tue, 22 May 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from Paul Gass.
Occupation:
Engineering Technician, Children: Divorced, no children that I know of,
haven’t checked World Wide.
Memorable
Incidents: All incidents in the 1981 yearbook.
1979 Iron man football. Smoking Court.
Since
High School: Everything I possibly can.
Too much to list!
Graduated,
A.S.S. Degree, Drafting and Design Engineering Technology from West
Virginia Tech. 1992. A.S.
Combined Studies U.S. Navy
Future
Plans: Stay alive! Start own
Business.
Need
H.S. Yearbook, lost at sea.
I
know I missed the regular graduation ceremonies, but I did obtain my
graduation certificate August 1981. I
had to take a semester credit class, in art, to get it. I will be
attending the 20th year class reunion, and look forward to
seeing as many as will be attending this great event.
Sincerely
Yours
Craig
Shrewsberry AKA SHREWS
P.S.
I’m located 1 mile from New River George Bridge, Anyone like
White Water Rafting?
From:
Gale Senseman Privette <gale7@juno.com>
(1966)
Date:
Wed, 23 May 2001
Subject:
Mr. Hill’s Birthday
Dear
BOB,
I am
truly impressed by the fantastic job you did on compiling the information
on Mr. Hill from the newsletters of 4 ½ yrs on the MSO...I know it was a
lot of work ......Great job and you are definitely a man of your word.....
and one who gets the job done....no matter how big a task it is.
Me saying Thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough.
I
printed all the pages out....and it looks great.
I’ll be working on putting it together in his memory book.
I wish you could see his book and read some of these wonderful
things that people have written to him in cards that they have snail
mailed and emailed me.. it really fills my heart.
What a wonderful man he is and HIS Love for the Lord really shines
through in his spirit.... I feel so honored to have been asked to help out
with his party. I’m sure
you share those exact feelings too.
Jim
suggested to me calling the Gazette newspaper and see if they want to do
an article on him for their papers. I think that’s a great idea.
When I explained to them how wonderful this man is and how much he
has done for others and how loved he is.....I really think they’ll want
to publish something about him. I’ll let you know what happens.
I got
to meet Mr. Hill’s son David yesterday when he dropped off cards to me
that he had received.... David is a police officer and just like his dad a
really nice man. The Hills
are also a very good-looking family!
I
hope to now read all the things that people have written to him from the
teacher comments that you compiled. It
might take me several days from the looks of it.
What you wrote was so very nice also.
And your attached note.....Well, You just thought of everything!
:-)
Again
BOB, many , many thanks for all your hard work and I know the Hills will
appreciate it as much as I do..
You
are the Best....really my friend.
Be
Blessed
gale
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