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Volume 7, Number 2,
September 2002
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter
for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
Page 3
From:
Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz <RLRA4803@aol.com>
(1979)
Date: Tue,
10 Sep 2002
Subject: In Memorial - John
Patrick Bryan (1978)
Hello
to everyone and now that it is September it is Back to School season for
those who have kids. I just
wanted to take this opportunity to remember a dear friend, Pat Bryan
(Class of 1978) who passed away on September 23, 1987 -- fifteen years
ago. Although I had not seen Pat since the summer of 1981, I
thought about him and was kept informed about his life through friends and
was deeply saddened by his passing. It
is hard to believe that 15 years have come and gone but I know that his
friendships with so many alums meant a great deal.
From:
Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz <RLRA4803@aol.com>
(1979)
Date: Tue,
10 Sep 2002
Subject: Alumni who own Bichons
Hi
there...just wondering if there are any alumni that own Bichon Frise dogs?
I’d love to chat with you thru e-mail about them.
My husband and I own Puffy, a 22-month-old male dog, whom we
adopted on January 20, 2001 in a snowstorm.
I will be down to Rockville on October 20th when the
Capital Area Bichon Bash will be held. Please feel free to e-mail me for more details.
Thank you.
From:
Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz <RLRA4803@aol.com>
(1979)
Date: Tue,
10 Sep 2002
Subject: Udpate
How I
found out about the website? I have been online for a few years now.
Occupation:
Administrative Secretary, Spouse: Gary
Memorable
Incidents: 11/12/77 -- the last home football game in a snowstorm.
The kindness of the Class of 1979 during my hospitalization in 1977
and recuperation from major surgery.
Getting kicked off Senior Court when the Class of 1978 had
graduated (making the Class of ‘79 seniors) and it was the middle of
June.
Since
High School: I have been employed by the Federal Government since February
1980. Since February 1993, I
have been with the FAA Technical Center in Atlantic City, NJ.
As with everyone last year on September 11th, working
for the FAA gave me a new perspective on my work and my career.
I have come to realize how important our loved ones and friends are
to one another.
Future
Plans: I hope to continue my career until I am no longer able to do so.
I would like to write a novel.
Memorable
Teachers: For me, there are a few that stand out:
Tom Nawrocki (who wanted to flunk me for drivers ed), Pat Hale (who
gave me the love of writing), Terry Kilpatrick (for my love of history and
government), Sandi Fucci-Nelson, who was the teacher for the deaf and
hearing impaired.
Other
alums I know about? Gay Laurienzo-San Severino (1979) is married to a
psychiatric social worker, Rick, and they live in Hershey, PA with their 8
children. Their oldest,
Dominic, who graduated HS in 2002, is leaving PA to go to FL for work.
Their youngest, Denise, who was 4 on 9/9, entered Head Start.
Gay has finally gotten some free time now that 5 of her 8 children
are in school full-time. We hope to see them soon.
From:
Holly Jones Webb <haw@aimcommercial.com>
(1982)
Date: Thu,
12 Sep 2002
Subject: Update
I
found out about the website while surfing.
Occupation:
Insurance Agent, Spouse: Steven, Children: Elyse 17 & Christina 15
Since
High School: got married, started family, working full time
Memorable
Teacher: Mrs Rosen, English teacher.
She had a wonderful way of teaching Shakespeare so we could
understand the old english language.
From:
Steve Greenberg <tuxman@martinstuxedos.com>
(1966)
Date: Sat,
14 Sep 2002
Subject: New Store Opening
I am
opening a men’s and woman’s bridal store in Frederick this winter and
I am looking for qualified staff. Any
alumni interested please call me 410-247-5552 or email - tuxman@martinstuxedos.com.
Thanks!
Steve
From:
Carol Cotton Hendrix <carolphs64@comcast.net>
(1964)
Date: Sun,
15 Sep 2002
Subject: Class Address Updates
HELP!
I’ve have had a major disaster with my PC and, without boring you
with all the gruesome details, the result is that I have lost all updates
to the class listing that you sent me during the past year.
If you have sent me changes in your emails, addresses or phones in
the past year please re-send them to me so that I can restore my records.
Thanks,
Carol
[Editor’s
Note: If you haven’t updated in a while... and this is for all
classes... you may optionally use the “Sign-up/Update” link from the
MSO Main Menu to update any changes to your contact information for your
respective graduation year]
From:
Andrea Susinno <ASusinno@AOL.Com>
(1979)
Date: Mon,
16 Sep 2002
Subject: Update
I
found out about the website while trying to locate the actual street
address (building number).
Occupation:
Federal Employee, Children: Daughter, Lauren, 23
Since
High School: Working, raising my daughter, relocated to Florida.
Future
Plans: Win the lottery (don’t we all wish for that?)!!
Memorable
Teacher: My counselor, who earned his money!!
Mr. Mastianni (the spelling of which I am unsure).
From:
John Golsen <john_golsen@msn.com>
(1982)
Date: Tue,
17 Sep 2002
Subject: Peary Running Club
The
Peary Running Club got off to a rousing start on August 31st
with 7 members participating in the Kentlands 5k in Gaithersburg. Since then, about 10 more individuals have expressed an
interest in joining. The next
race for those interested is the Rockville 5k on October 13th
in the King Farm Development off of Redland Road.
Peary Running Club Tee shirts can be ordered through Hank Fox
(‘83).
Again,
this is a very informal club. Our
sole objective is to get as many alumni, family and friends together to
enjoy a little physical activity and catch up on old times.
This is not a competitive team environment, so don’t be
intimidated if your interested. For
more details, contact John Golsen (‘82), John Holten (‘82), Hank Fox
(‘83) or Tom Smith (‘83).
From:
Karen Curtis Knoch <Meso06TK@aol.com>
(1981)
Date: Tue,
17 Sep 2002
Subject: Sister Passed Away
On
Friday August 23, 2002, my sister Carol Miller passed way after a long
illness. Carol contracted Hepitis C 14 years ago during surgery.
Due to the infected blood she had a liver transplant 10 years ago
and a kidney transplant 3 years ago. After the liver transplant Carol had
been quite sick but carried on with life as normal as she could. She was
full of life, love, and laughter even though she was sick. She will be
deeply missed.
From:
Karianne Triantis Eckard <BKEckard@aol.com>
(1977)
Date: Tue,
17 Sep 2002
Subject: Update
Occupation:
self, Spouse: William “Bill” Eckard, Children: Nicole Dixon 14,
Justine Dixon 12, Chris Eckard 12, Alex Eckard 10, Brian Eckard 8, and
William Eckard Jr. 4
Since
High School: Since Graduating I have been working, owning my own business
and raising my children. In
the pass 6 years I have been raising 6 children, realizing what my parents
went through when I was a teenager, and running 10 miles a day. (To stay
sane)
From:
Carlson Carter Woodside <cwoodside3@comcast.net>
(1969)
Date: Thu,
19 Sep 2002
Subject: Update
I
found out about the website from David Deacon ‘71.
Occupation:
teacher, Spouse: William (Bill), Children: Wesley Rock Viner - 15 yrs.,
Shane Robert Viner (deceased)
Memorable
Incidents: Teaching Mr. WIlliams gym class. Enjoying Mr. Hill’s &
Mrs.Luck’s math classes. Not being asked to the prom!
Since
High School: Teaching school/being a good mom & wife.
Future
Plans: Continue the same.
Memorable
Teachers: Mr. Williams - my hero. Mrs.
Luck - she combined fun & learning.
From:
Guy Goodwin <ggandsg@QuixNet.net>
(1965)
Date: Fri,
20 Sep 2002
Subject: Father
I
regret to report the passing of my father, Donald W. Goodwin, on August 9th,
at the age of 77. He had been
suffering from a variety of ills for many years, always bearing the
weakness of his body with an unbending spirit, with dignity, and with good
humor. After a few days in the hospital with a new complaint, he
passed quietly after surgery to relieve its symptoms - it was all just too
much for him. My Mom, who is
now 80, is doing better than might be expected after losing her partner of
nearly 56 years. My two
brothers and my two sons were all able to be with her when the time came.
Regards
to all,
Guy
Goodwin - Class of ‘65
From:
Lisa Salsitz/Talmud aka ALLIE RAYE <me@allieraye.com>
(1981)
Date: Sun,
22 Sep 2002
Subject: The moment you all
have been waiting for
Hey
everyone!
“PURPLE
ROSE” IS FINISHED! COMPLETED! DONE!! FINALLY!!! The Director, Chuck
Marra and I are taking it to the Sundance Film Festival Office tomorrow
morning and then it’s uphill from here!! I can’t really believe it’s
over!! And, the best part...THE FILM IS REALLY GOOD!! Okay, I’m a tad
bias, but what the heck!!
Now..if
you are interested!! I will have VHS copies ready in the next week to two
weeks. If you’d like a copy, please let me know. I am asking $7.oo per
tape. (that covers S&H)
as I have a lot to send out!!!
That
money will get you a copy of the film and a press kit!!
If
interested, here’s what you do!!
Please
!! Send me.........
1.
your name and mailing address
2.
tell me if you have a DVD player or just a vhs (like most of my
friends..hahah) most likely it will be on VHS though.
3.
If you would like to attend the screening in MD the second week of
November. (probably) let me know how many on your guest list. Least amount
will be you plus one. Most you can bring are 6. But, we don’t know the
venue yet, so anything is ready to change. I’ll let you know.
That’s
all!! I can’t wait till you see it!!
Email
me the info as soon as you all can, please!! I’m getting it all ready
this week!!
Thanks
again from the bottom of my heart for your checks, support, and work on
this film! You have all helped make my dream a reality!
Love
Allie Raye
ps.
New pictures and info has been added to the purple rose web site. stop on
by and sign the guest book so we know how you like it!!
***********
QUICK TAKES ***********
Edward
B. Stephens - Class of 1972 <estephen@kumc.edu>
I found out about the website from a classmate. Occupation: Associate Professor, Spouse: Erin, Children: Robby
16. Since High School:
Research in the field of HIV-1/AIDS, Teaching medical and graduate
students
Kay
Coleman Smith - Class of 1972 <g24ksmith@qwest.net>
How I found out about the website? A friend told me about it a long time
ago. Occupation:
Transportation Specialist, Spouse: Griff, Memorable Incident: Graduation,
Future Plans: More Scuba Diving!
Ronald
D. White - Class of 1969 <rdwhite51@adelphia.net>
I found out about the website from my sister-in-law. Occupation: MRI
Technologist, Spouse: Linda Willett White (1969), Children: Kevin 27, Matt
26, David 24
ANDY
HARPER - Class of 1967 <no e-mail address submitted> I found out
about the website from other Peary grads. Occupation:
CIVIL SERVANT, Children: John A. Harper IV 4/24/77, Francis B. “Bo”
Harper 8/3/79, Patrick J. Harper 12/14/83
Barbara
Collins - Class of 1975 <barbara.collins@marriott.com>
How I found out about the website? I looked up my name in Google and found
the lost classmates list. Occupation:
accountant, Significant Other: Bill Patterson, Since High School: Living
in the area still. College,
marriage, divorce. Future
Plans: I’m moving to Colorado this year.
Charmaine
Filleaux Darragh - Class of 1973 <csdd12@adelphia.net>
Occupation: Purchasing Assistant commercial lighting
Lee
Zeidman - Class of 1974 <lee@zc3.com>
How I found out about the website... long time user. Occupation:
Corporate Communications Consultant Spouse: Susan, Children: Jared 16,
Jesse 12, Jamie 8
Darell
Hensley - Class of 1979 <trips@torymountainoutfitters.com>
How I found out about the website? Guessed. Occupation:
Fly Fishing Shop owner Guide Service Fly fishing Schools Technical
Director @ Timberline 4 Season Resort in WV Memorable Incidents: Too MANY!
Future Plans: Making my fly fishing business grow
Tom
Damiano - Class of 1972 <TSD21@aol.com>
Occupation: Produce Manager @ Giant Food, Spouse: Karen, Children: Brian
24, Kevin 21
Beverly
Roberts Johnson - Class of 1966 <jobest16@yahoo.com>
Occupation: Principal’s Secretary-Elementary, Children: John - 34, Eric
- 32, Stephen 19, Grandchildren: Jessica - 12, James - 9
Colleen
Crist - Class of 1984 <Cmahlmann@hrsa.gov>
I found out about the website from friends. Occupation:
Registered Nurse, Spouse: Danny, Children: Olivia - age 9, Ariel - age 7,
Since High School: Working as an RN, raising two daughters
Debra
Lockard Cavanaugh - Class of 1976 <ddd24958@hotmail.com>
I found out about the website from a friend. Occupation:
Physical Therapy, Children: Megan 21, Tiyana 17, Alex 15
Gil
Whitehurst - Class of 1966 <whitehurstg@aol.com>
I found out about the website from evelyn battersby. Occupation: independent financial advisor, Spouse: darlene,
Children: garrett 11, Memorable Incidents: assemblies, fire drills, and
music in the lunch room, Since High School: TRYING TO IMPRESS EVERBODY,
Future Plans: STOP TRYING TO IMPRESS EVERYBODY, Memorable Teachers: MISS
VADALA, MISS BLAZAK, MR THOMAS
Patty
Darr Osmond - Class of 1970 <bodybuilder526@aol.com>
Occupation: homemaker, Spouse: Bill, Children: James 31, Kevin 27,
Grandchildren: Jamie Nicole 8 months old
Philip
A Doccolo - Class of 1968 <philipdocc@comcast.net>
I found out about the website from Kevin Botsford. Occupation: self employed, Spouse: Mary Anne, Children: Philip
Mario 16, Alexander Anthony 11, Nicholas Bruno 7, Andy Phillips stepson 7,
Since High School: Making, spending, losing, and remaking lots of money.
Future Plans: To do the same as above without the losing part, and to do
it with as little work as possible.
Connie
Collins Bland - Class of 1968 <constance.l.bland@verizon.com>
How I found out about the website? My brother located it via surfing the
net. Occupation: Business
Director, Spouse: Earl, Children: Laura Jean McNeill (stepdaughter) 34,
James Lawrence Bland 24, Jennifer Lee Bland 20, Grandchildren: Britton
McNeill 10, Hanna McNeill 8, Bennett McNeill 5, Heather McNeill 3
Steve
D’Amato - Class of 1977 <lbodeen@erols.com>
I found out about the website from an Internet search. Occupation:
Landscape Designer, Spouse: Lisa, Children: Missy 13
Phil
Blum - Class of 1966 <biz@group5graphics.com>
I found out about the website from my brother.
Occupation: Graphic Designer
END OF TEXT - MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE - VOLUME 7, NUMBER 2
Articles for the next issue are due October 26, 2002
Copyright 2002 The Midnight Sun Online - http://www.pearyhs.org
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