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Volume 5, Number 7,
February 2001
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter
for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
Page 2
From:
Paul Coder <prc@loiederman.com>
(1968)
Date:
Mon, 29 Jan 2001
Subject:
MSO/Our Mom
Dear
Bob,
Thank
you for starting and running this site. I heard from so many people over
the last several weeks expressing their condolences. Many of them I
hadn’t heard from in over thirty years. It would have been impossible
without this technology and without someone who took the time to make it
work. Thanks again.
Paul
Coder
From:
Eric Treworgy <treworgy@konnect.net>
(1981)
Date:
Tue, 30 Jan 2001
Subject:
Update
I
have been viewing MSO for several years now.
Occupation:
USMC Pilot, Spouse: Serena Roh (1982) Treworgy, Serena’s Occupation:
Teacher, Children: Tyler R. 13, Alicia A. 10, Grandchildren: None yet!!
Memorable
Incidents: Senior skip day. After football game parties.
Since
High School: After Peary, I attended West Virginia University where I
re-met my wife Serena. After graduating, I was commissioned into the US
Marine Corps. After officer basic training I was sent to flight school in
Pensacola, FL where I earned my wings as a helicopter pilot.
My son Tyler was born there. I
spent the next 6 years in North Carolina as a CH-46 pilot (will the MV-22
ever replace it?). During my
tour in NC I was deployed for two 6-month deployments on a ship, one
6-month deployment in Japan, and one deployment to Saudi Arabia for Desert
Shield/Storm. During all those deployments, Serena and I somehow found time
to have our daughter, Alicia. After
my tour in NC, I attend the US Naval Test Pilot School in Patuxtent River,
MD both as a student, then as an instructor. I was a Program Manager for
the CH-46 for developmental testing. What a great kept secret southern MD
is! Next I deployed to
Okinawa, Japan for three years, this time I took the whole family.
What an experience living in Japan has been, especially living on a
subtropical island. The
Japanese have been such wonderful hosts.
Okinawa is a great place live.
Virtually no crime and it is very laid back. Also, its location has
allowed us to visit many Asian countries.
Next in the line-up is obtaining another Masters degree, this time
from the US Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
We will be moving there this summer.
Future
Plans: Obtaining a Masters in Space Systems Operations and being
stationed, hopefully, in Colorado.
Memorable
Teachers: Mr Hill with his quick quips.
Mr Clarke and his habit of having the girls in short dresses
getting up in front of the class and reaching up for the pull-down maps or
screen.
Nice
work on the website.
From:
Jeri Johnston Kalins <JeriSteps@aol.com>
(1971)
Date:
Tue, 30 Jan 2001
Subject:
Tom Johnston
It is
with great sadness and grief that I advise anyone who knew him, my brother
Tom Johnston Class of 1966 was killed on Sunday, Jan. 28 as the result of
a glider plane accident. For
anyone who knew Tom during his high school years, they were aware of his
fascination and abilities in the field of aviation.
Tom went on to the University of Cincinnati were he acquired his
degree in Aerospace Engineering and worked for many years for a company in
Connecticut called Hamilton Standards.
In recent years he had started up his own consulting company and
had traveled the world from Russia to China.
He leaves his wife Barbara of 28 years, and 3 children.
His daughter Kara is 22 and he and Barbara have adopted two
children from Guatamula - Ted who will be 4 and Elita who is only 18
months old. Our family is in a state of shock to have lost him so soon.
My other brothers are Skip (Fred) Johnston who graduated first
class at Peary 1963 and Andy Johnston class of 1969.
Please pass this along to anyone who may have known Tom.
Jeri
(Johnston) Kalins
From:
Julie Jason Marquis <julie.e.marquis@aphis.usda.gov>
(1982)
Date:
Tue, 30 Jan 2001
Subject:
AVON 3-Day
Dear
Peary friends,
As I
begin to train for the AVON 3-Day, I am repeatedly reminded of how truly
lucky I’ve been. I’ve
never experienced a bone scan, I’ve never been referred to an
oncologist, I’ve never had to endure radiation or chemotherapy.
I’ve never had to shop for a wig or use a cap to disguise a
baldhead. I’ve never had to
recuperate from reconstructive surgery or schedule monthly IVs in order to
receive hormone therapy drugs. I
can say I’ve undoubtedly been blessed.
I’ve learned so much from the others training for this event, and
I’ve gained so much from their courage.
But
that’s why I’m challenging myself to complete this 60-mile walk. I don’t want anyone to have to experience these things,
related to breast cancer or any cancer.
The statistics are alarming, but the people that have fought the
battle are indescribable. If
I can prevent even one person from having to fight cancer, I will have
accomplished my goal. The
money raised from the AVON 3-Day will be awarded to local and national
organizations dedicated to screening, treatment and research in breast
cancer and women’s health. Some facilities are providing treatment and education to
lower-income women, while others provide support to the families of the
patient undergoing treatment.
If
you have already sponsored me for the May 2001 walk, I sincerely thank
you; you have already helped to make a difference.
If you have not yet done so, please consider sponsoring me in honor
or in memory of someone, or simply because you believe in this cause. If you have any questions about the AVON 3-Day or the way the
money raised will be distributed, please write to me. Thank you.
From:
Andy Johnston <zbjohnston@aol.com>
(1969)
Date:
Wed, 31 Jan 2001
Subject:
DEATH OF MY BROTHER TOM (PEARY 66)
MY
BROTHER, TOM (PEARY ‘66), DIED SUDDENLY THIS PAST SUNDAY IN A GLIDER
PLANE ACCIDENT IN NEW YORK STATE. SERVICES FOR HIM ARE ON FRIDAY, JANUARY
2ND IN HIS HOME TOWN OF NORTH GRANBY, CONN. HE IS SURVIVED BY
HIS WIFE BARBARA, DAUGHTERS KARA (21YRS) AND ELITA (17 MO.), AND A SON TED
(4YRS). HE IS ALSO SURVIVED BY HIS SISTER JERI (PEARY 71), BROTHER SKIP
AND SISTER-IN-LAW VALORIE LANGHENRY JOHNSTON, (BOTH PEARY 63) AND BROTHER
ANDY AND SISTER-IN-LAW KATHY EVERETT JOHNSTON (BOTH PEARY ‘69).
EXPRESSIONS
OF SYMPATHY CAN BE FORWARED THRU MY E-MAIL ADDRESS AT
ZBJOHNSTON@AOL.COM.
MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS CAN BE SENT TO
WIDE
HORIZONS ADOPTION AGENCY
776 FARMINGTON AVE.
WEST
HARTFORD, CONN. 06119
THANKS
ANDY
JOHNSTON (‘69)
From:
Debbie Bernd Aceto <daceto030@aol.com>
(1973)
Date:
Wed, 31 Jan 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from my brother, Steve (class of ‘75).
Occupation:
Human Resources Specialist, Spouse: William, Children:
Memorable
Incidents: student march against Dr. Dunn; smokin’ & jokin’ in the
smoking areas
Since
High School: college & grad school, 20+ years working for
Montgomery
County Gov’t, marrying and child-rearing
Future
Plans: Hope to retire while I’m still young enough to enjoy it!
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Thomas, Mr. Clarke
From:
James Cash <jcash@pclient.ml.com>
(1977)
Date:
Wed, 31 Jan 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website from a family member.
Occupation:
Financial Consultant, Spouse: Marta, Children: Matthew - 17 years old,
Austin - 14 years old
Memorable
Incidents: Participating in the pipe band - the concerts, etc.
Since
High School: I graduated from Earlham College with a B.A. in Economics and
went on to get my M.B.A. in Finance at University of Illinois.
I’m married with two teenage boys and living in Dayton, OH.
I’m a financial consultant with Merrill Lynch.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Clarke stands out in my mind because he led the pipe band and
I remember drawing maps in history!
From:
Ruth-Ann “Missie” Ridgeway Rubin <LARMIS@worldnet.att.net>
(1968)
Date:
Wed, 31 Jan 2001
Subject:
Margie Ridgway
On
January 24, 2001, my mother Margie Ridgway went home to the Lord and to be
reunited with her husband and my two sisters, Lynn (class of ‘70) and
Rachel. Mother put up a long hard battle with the ravages of
Alzheimer’s disease. I am
sure many classmates will remember how mother used to run a “home away
from home” and always had an ear to listen.
My brother Art (class of ‘66) and I were most delighted as Dave
Spurlock (class of ‘66) played the bagpipes at mother’s funeral
service. Mother always loved
the bagpipes and the house full of kids.
From:
Art Ridgway <aaridg@earthlink.net>
(1966)
Date:
Thu, 1 Feb 2001
Subject:
Several Peary Alumni gather for very special occasion
On
January 24th my Mother passed away in Florida after a long and
debilitating bout with Alzheimer’s. My sister Missie (Class of 68), and
her husband Larry Rubin (Also Class of 66) and I made the proper
arrangements. My ex-wife Judy (Miller) (Peary Class of 68, but transferred
to Wisconsin in 1966) was there as well. So often, even in sadness so many
times Blue Skies shine through Gray Clouds, and this was no exception. As
[our] mother was always one to have her doors wide open for all, so many
Peary students came through her doors. Our sister Linda, a/k/a Lynn (Peary
Class of 70, but transferred in 68 to NY) included. Many came to know
[our] Mom as their “second Mom”. We can all no doubt relate.
Accordingly, and with great pride, two very special other Peary alumni
also made the trek, paying their final respects. Dave Spurlock, and Joe
Bartlett (all Class of 66). Dave, Joe, and I were all members of the Peary
Pipe Band. Joe and his wife left Bruce Ott’s (Peary Class of 66) home in
Texas (while on their vacation) so they could be with us.
Dave has since continued and has his own Pipe Band today. Dave
played Amazing Grace in full regalia at the service, the lone piper at her
side, a very moving tribute that virtually transfixed the audience.
As if this weren’t enough, Gale (Senseman) Privette (and her
husband Jimmy - all Peary Class of 66) called Missie’s home while we
were all there in Florida just to offer her condolences and support. (Gale
lost her Mom in a similar manner)
As we
all face life’s inevitable, isn’t it marvelous the bond of what back
then seemed so innocent, yet today fills one with comfort and warmth? Mr.
Warrick Hill himself, even called our family earlier this year just to
offer his prayers and support. It may have been years ago, but friends ARE
for life. As any of you who read this might tend to shrug off thoughts of
participating in your next respective Class Reunion(s), think about it.
How many friends do you have out there? It is a most precious gift. As for
me, count me “IN” for the upcoming (I can’t believe this) >35th<
Reunion in Rockville this summer. You bet, I’ll fly out from out here in
California. Looking forward to seeing/hearing from any of you all.
And, Thanks.
ART
RIDGWAY (66)
From:
Carol Musser Hadeed <CarolS975@aol.com>
(1971)
Date:
Thu, 1 Feb 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website through my husband, Paul Hadeed.
Occupation:
MCPS Transition, Paul’s Occupation: PRC Procurement, etc., w/ MC
Government, Children: Paul and I have two sons, Jason and Christopher.
Jason, 26 is part owner of Elite Athlete Training Systems.
Christopher is married and is a correction’s officer with the MC
Detention Center.
Memorable
Incident: The teacher’s strike in 1967.
I asked Mr. Zion, my homeroom teacher while he was picketing, where
should I go since the homeroom door was locked.
He answered, “ I don’t give a damn!”
Since
High School: Raised two great sons and work in Transition at Damascus High
School with MCPS!
Future
Plans: Retiring and traveling with Paul.
Memorable
Teachers: Barbara Pearlman and Mr. Freeman.
I
only attended Peary in my freshman year and continued at John F.
Kennedy
High School in my sophomore year.
From:
Jeanne Leatherwood Coote <jeannellc2@aol.com>
(1978)
Date:
Thu, 1 Feb 2001
Subject:
Update
Occupation:
Sr. Loan Processor/Treasurer, Significant Other, Children: Wade-13,
Jenaleigh-10, Lisa-14 and John (JD)-13
Just
recently, I became a legal guardian for 2 children, Lisa, 14 and John
(JD), 13. Their mother passed
away on January 29, 2001 from a battle with cancer. Lisa and JD do not
have any family that they know. JD
and my son Wade have been good friends for several years, which is how I
met the family. Please send a prayer for these children, as this is a very
hard time for them.
From:
Judy Miller Ridgway <jamjar_jude@juno.com>
(1968)
Date:
Thu, 1 Feb 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website through my sister-in-law (class of 1968 too). Occupation: Executive Secretary - City of Annapolis,
Children:
Memorable
Incidents: bonfires, computer dance, Sadie Hawkins dance, dancing in the
lunchroom to the jukebox, bagpipe band performances, school plays
Since
High School: Gosh.... married, then divorced after 26 years; two wonderful
sons, great grandchildren, travel to England and Hawaii, worked at
secretarial, retail management, sold Avon, Tupperware, motorcycle parts,
real estate, tons of volunteer work in the community/schools, Welcome
Wagon Ad Agent, currently exec. sec. for the City of Annapolis and selling
Pampered Chef Kitchen Tools and Cookware and.... helping out at the
Maryland Renaissance Festival for the 7th season at Dave
Spurlock’s Brass Dragon shop.
Future
Plans: Spending lots more time with my family, finding a job that stirs my
creative aspects, hopefully helping some wonderful, single guy fill his
life with needed love, and moving back to the Ligonier, Pa.
area to be close to my kids again (retirement?).
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Hill; always treated us with respect as individuals, good
sense of humor, kind-hearted and made everything easy to learn.
From:
Kathy Brown Evans <mountainviewarchery@juno.com>
(1976)
Date:
Thu, 1 Feb 2001
Subject:
Update
I
found out about the website while surfing the net.
Occupation:
Firefighter/EMT, Spouse: Robert, Children: Cody Wray Evans - 9
Memorable
Incidents: Senior Prom, Homecoming Fall 1975
Since
High School: Respiratory Therapist, turned Firefighter/EMT.
Ski Liberty Ski Patroller for 15 years, got my motorcycle license
and a Harley.
Future
Plans: Retire in 7 years and move south.
Memorable
Teachers: Ms. Tigani- for her love of the sciences, Mr.
Boteler-
for making English interesting
From:
Colleen Callis <colleen_callis@yahoo.com>
(1984)
Date:
Sat, 3 Feb 2001
Subject:
Births
Tami
Baka Stakem (1984) and her husband Jimmy welcomed twin sons born on Jan.
30, 2001 to their family. Liam
James (6 lbs. 15 oz) and Ryan Edward (5 lbs. 12oz) join their older
brother, Jack (3), in the Stakem clan!
From:
Mike Quigley <Mikequig@aol.com>
(1973)
Date:
Sat, 3 Feb 2001
Well
this is certainly not the kind of email that I want to send out or thought
that I ever would send out, but this past Monday 29 Jan 01, I had a good
size heart attack, can you believe that?
I’m in great shape no medical problems and boom, down for the
count. I survived it, had an
operation, and am beginning the fight back.
From:
Michele Merrigan Green <michelemerrigan@hotmail.com>
(1983)
Date:
Sun, 4 Feb 2001
Subject:
Update
How I
found out about the website? Searching out of curiosity.
Occupation:
Homemaker, Spouse: Douglas, Children: Shane Douglas Green - 10 months
Memorable
Incidents: I don’t remember any one specific incident, I just remember
having fun!
Since
High School: Working as a medical secretary. I just recently got married
and had a baby, now I’m a stay at home Mom.
Future
Plans: I plan to have one more child and then go back to work when they
are old enough to go to school.
Memorable
Teacher: Mr. Hill- He never got mad and he made math fun, also his quote
for the day and his infamous “SKIPPER” can.
From:
Guy Ruffner <ngdr@juno.com>
(1970)
Date:
Tue, 6 Feb 2001
Subject:
January newsletter mistake
Thanks
so much for mentioning the passing of Jennifer Nelson (70) in the article
section. However, you have her listed as my ex-wife. She was my brother
Gary’s ex-wife (my ex sister-in-law).
I’m getting alot of condolences, and the important thing is that
she was remembered.
[Ed.
Note: This has been corrected in the online newsletter archives]
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