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Volume 7, Number 8,
March 2003
MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter
for Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org/
Page 2
From: Tony
Rigopoulos <TONYMAN1@att.net>
(1982)
Date: Sun, 23 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
Occupation: hair stylist, musician; Significant Other: Susan Fleigler,
Children: no little ones, many pets..
Memorable Incidents: too much to list here !
Since High School: I have my own home in, (guess
where..yep ROCKVILLE, 20853 ) and have had the time, energy and experience
to form my own business, starting with lawn and landscape, the music
performance, and finally ...Hair. The family trade had to take it’s pre
destined course sometime, so relented and gave up landscaping...to be a
hair stylist. you can find me
at ARTECH Hair Studio, owned by a friend, Rick Gesumaria, and located at
149 Rollins Ave..ROCKVILE ( are we starting to see any pattern in locale
here ??).
I have a groovy life, and plenty of time to be indulgent
in my hobbies which include performing in not one but TWO classic rock/
oldies bands. Locally and up / down the Eastern Seaboard. Yes I guess you
could say I’ve set foot on just about every club stage there is, going
back to Hammerjack’s in Baltimore, to Bayou in DC ( RIP ) and as mundane
as SUMMITT STATION and Out of the Way Cafe..No record contract, no world
wide CD distribution, but plenty of good tunes and times (and sometimes a
fat pay check !)
Hope all Rowdy Huskies are cool, and wish all the best to
everyone. Some Peary people I run into are ..the DiFonzo brothers ( David
and Michael ), Mike Harper, Kevin Harwood, Kathy Bowser/Marbry, Greg
Bowser, my very cool neighbor/ constructor Mark Ferdah, my very wild
cousin Mark Rigopoulos and cousin Margaret Wenzlaff, Phil Wenzlaff. I’m
sure there are more. A final wave and salute to those who didn’t make
the journey like Bruce Prothero..
Please call me, email, say hello, I haven’t changed a
WHOLE lot. Keep in touch as I will be recording and sending out a new
original music CD this year, as well as re-mastering a number of my
EIGHTIES demo’s recorded after my high school years. The band’s ( 2 )
information and bookings can be found at “ ROCKNROLLRELICS.com” and
“ ROCKINPNEUMONIA.com” I
also have a site on MP3.com.. Looking for a shout out hello from : Dawn
Knapp , Jeri Saylor, Kimberley Adams, Vicky Hughes, let me know where ya
are.
I’m also In search of a large ship ANCHOR, prefferably
WHITE with some artistic GRAFFITTI gracing it..Any have one for sale/ rent
??
Future Plans: I have to dream about this and let you
know.
Memorable Teachers: They were a unique bunch..Mr. V
Gibbs, DeCamp, Burns, Pine, ummm I’m losing touch..
It was neat to see Rockville HS in a state of demolition
last week..
From: Denise
Collier <decollier@mindspring.com>
(1985)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
Birth Announcement
Tristan Gage was born on November 28th, 2002
(Thanksgiving) weighing in at 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 19 inches. Both Mom and Son
are doing GREAT! ! !
From: George
L. Powell, Jr. <STARWITNESS@JUSTICE.COM>
(1983)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
Hello everyone (especially the class of ‘83)
I found out about the website while SURFING.
Occupation: ATTORNEY, Spouse: CHAMARELLA
I’ve been following this newsletter since I was in law
school. I found it
accidentally while surfing the net. I
live in Pearland, Texas (just outside Houston) with my wife Chamie and our
pit bull Dottie. No kids yet
but we’re getting plenty of practice.
I have two law offices in Houston and my wife works in
management for Continental Airlines here at their Houston world
headquarters. I just moved to
a new house, and since I don’t want to miss the August reunion, I want
to be sure someone on the committee has my office address too.
Send me something or email me!
Everyone take care and I hope to see you soon.
George L. Powell, Jr.
From: Gil
Whithurst <Whitehurstg@aol.com>
(1966)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject: Midnight Sun Online
this site is like going back to a hometown—man i had a
ball at phs—every night was new years eve and everybody was
famous—cute girls cool cars- dr. dunn looking after all of us, man id go
back in a peco-second hot shoppe, peoples drug store, fights every day or
two (nobody hurt much), plenty o beer and cigarettes, sunshine, sex,
nothing was bad for us we didn’t think-bacon yes, butlers gto—mactos
gto days vette 55” chevys everywhere-welchs fairlane-picones 62-coles 64
plymouth, nicholsons 65 chevelle, i could go on and on
From: Marie
(Ria) Bouman <amidancer@aol.com>
(1979)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from my sister. Occupation:
dance teacher, craniosacral therapist, movement educator, Spouse: Silas
Smith Memorable Incidents: gymnastic shows, gymnastic practice, walking in
the halls, getting ready for parties with Sharon Butcher, the dance
concert in my senior year, driving around, being on prohibition with
Maureen Buck.
Since High School: Living life.
I went to college. Lived
in a commune. Lived in all
kinds of nice places in California and Hawaii.
Traveled to India and Thailand.
Moved to Oregon - the land where I was born. Married Silas. Since
settling down I have been performing modern dance, teaching dance
improvisation. Teaching Pilates and practicing CranioSacral therapy. I was
a serious student of capoeira for a number of years before a knee injury.
I have traveled into the amazon jungle, visited Rio de Janeiro, and last
year I went to Holland to see my grandfather just before he died.
I am actively involved in my church especially singing.
For the last year I have been volunteering working with wolves.
I have other animals....horses, a dog, a cat and a bunch of white
homing pigeons.
Future Plans: To continue to deepen and expand my healing
work. To continue to learn
about love and life through my marriage and all my relationships.
To be healthy and to be dancing and moving with ease.
To have more time off.
Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Whitaker because of gymnastics
and what fun we all had; I am doing cartwheels on a regular basis to this
day. Vicki Scheidmann because she introduced me to modern dance and she
was cool. Mr. Gardner because
he was Nancy’s dad and we used to get to ride in his fast cars (and
drive them.)
Comments: Pray for Peace.
Congratulations to Liz Latham.
From: Marcia
Finkelstein <marcia@plumbdesign.com>
(1978)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website through a google search.
Occupation: Web design for museums, Significant Other: Bart
Johnson, Children: Zachary Johnson 6
Since High School: After art school in Boston, went to
Chicago for graduate school on scholarship, met fiancé, moved to NYC,
lived/painted there for 15 years, had Zack in 1996, moved to New Mexico in
2001. Showing painting in
local galleries and online at www.nextmonet.com
Future Plans: Paint, teach and telecommute!
Memorable Teacher: Mintie Glass
From: Richard
West <rbwest@northropgrumman.com>
(1973)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
How I found out about the website? Known about it for
some time.
Occupation: Systems Architect, Significant Other: Karen
Just an update from my last post a couple years ago. I
was promoted and am now the Systems Management Architect for a large
defense company. I have separated from my 2nd wife of 20 years
and am getting a divorce. But
all is well. We get along OK still. But I have now met the woman of my
dreams! We met in the Def Leppard Chat room! Ho Ho!! (I know what you are
thinking!! But it is cool!) We talked for months and then met last summer.
She lived in Indianapolis, we met every other weekend and finally she
moved here this past November with her 2 children. We are very, very happy
and are both looking forward to the reunion in July! I think I have not
done too shabby for a guy on the most likely to fail life-be a loser list
in High School!! hehe.
From: Terry
Alvey <Terryalvey@aol.com>
(1975)
Date: Mon, 24 Feb
2003
Subject:
John Alvey Class of 1979
I wanted to give the Class of 1979 an Update on John
Alvey (my brother). John was
deployed this week to an unknown location overseas. He has served 20+
years in the US Army and was hoping to retire this summer.
John has already fought for his country in Bosnia, Macedonia and
Kosovo.
The Alvey family is very proud of him.
Terry Alvey
Class of 1975
From: Donna
Lee McDonald McGinley <freebirddonna2002@yahoo.com>
(1972)
Date: Tue, 25 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
Occupation: Office Manager, Children: Stacy Renee’
McGinley Foster-30, Douglas Lee Roche-20, Grandchildren: Kahleal Foster-8,
Bryanna Foster-4
Since High School: Working and raising my children. Moved
to Calif. in mid 70’s and 8 years ago moved to Texas.
Future Plans: To find my soul-mate.
From: Debbie
Dunn Coughlin <debandmike@aol.com>
(1983)
Date: Wed, 26 Feb
2003
Subject:
New Baby
Well, Justin Michael Coughlin makes 3! On October 18, 2002, I am proud to announce the birth of our
third child. Weighing in at 6
pounds 8 ounces he was my biggest baby yet.
Matthew (age 4) and Jackie (age 2) are very proud of their little
brother. Mike and I firmly
believe that 3 is a charm and we found him to be the easiest baby of the
three (the other 2 were great babies too).
As life never stops when you have three, I must run.
From: Daniel
A Ryan <Jokiex@peoplepc.com>
(1983)
Date: Wed, 26 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
How I found out about the website? A Friend told me.
Occupation: Artist/Teacher, Significant Other: Raj
Memorable Incidents: I especially enjoyed the Variety
Show and the Student Art Fairs. When I am stressed out, I love to remember
the woods surrounding Peary and how I used to sneak into them during lunch
and just listen to the nature.
Since High School: I have remained active as an artist
and have exhibited in quite a few countries around the world. I am
involved with civil and labor rights. I am becoming more and more active
in helping to plan the LGBT Pride Parade and celebration overall and am
specifically the Producer for the Faerie Freedom Village (www.faerievillage.com).
I am involved with the Radical Faeries and am often busy with my church (Nomenus)
activities. I do volunteer work to help people with AIDS. I am currently
working to develop an avant-garde in San Francisco. And, finally, I am
easing my way into world politics to see if I can’t make things a little
quieter out there.
Future Plans: I don’t plan to become a politician, but
I hope to be more involved as an artist with the formation of social
policies. I would like to see our culture better embrace the possibilities
for art to be stimulating and not simply decorative. I’d love to go up
into space someday :-) .
Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Glass got me started early in
learning the fine art of negotiation. That skill has come back to haunt
me—in a good way—throughout my life. Mrs. Kanter taught me that
kindness, consideration, and intelligence go a long way towards making
life better for us all.
From: Bret
Light <blight@promega.com>
(1980)
Date: Thu, 27 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
Occupation: Sales Manager for Biotech Company, Spouse: Ilse (Employed by
the home), Children: Cara 11, Sam 9 - Oh my god they are 9 and 11 where
does the time go Memorable Incident: The shear terror of being a teenager.
What an awkward time
Since High School: Two Masters degrees one in Molecular
Pathology and an
Future Plans: More of the same and then retire early and
enjoy
Memorable Teachers: Mrs Luck and Mrs Tiganni.
See Science and math... was I a geek
From: Carol
Irons Murray <murrayca@bellsouth.net>
(1983)
Date: Thu, 27 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from friends.
Occupation: At home mom, Spouse: Mike, Children: Kevin Timothy 4
y.o., Shannon Ruth 3 y.o., and John Michael 1 y.o.
Memorable Incidents: Many memories of great times with
all my friends!
Since High School: I was an occupational therapist for a
number of years following graduation from Towson.
Met my husband on a traveling therapy assignment in Boston.
Got married and traveled the world with him and then we settled
down to start a family. I’m
currently trying to keep up with three adorable, very active little ones.
Future Plans: Maybe more kids?!
Maybe working part-time for the school system. Most likely, taking care of my beautiful family and loving
it!
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Clarke.
He made learning fun! And,
Mrs. Rosen, she brought literature to life and really seemed to enjoy
teaching us.
Thank you so much for this website. It’s been great keeping up with everyone.
Thanks for all your time and dedication.
From:
Deborah Dunn Coughlin <debandmike@aol.com>
(1983)
Date: Thu, 27 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
How I found out about the website? Known about it so long
I forgot how I found out! Webpage
- http://www.icingimages.com -
My home business which prints pictures on cakes, Occupation: Self
Employed, Spouse: Michael, Children: Matthew 4, Jacquelyn 2, Justin 4
months
Memorable Incidents: ROWDIES, Variety Shows,
Skitsophrenics, Midnight Sun and many, many great times with friends
Since High School: Married a wonderful man and have a
great family with 3 kids. Started
my own business, which is growing by leaps and bounds.
Future Plans: Continue to raise my children and develop
my business
Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Pat Hale.
She had the most influence on me and still does as we email each
other regularly. She is a
remarkable person, probably one of the best people I know.
From: Linda
Wojtyna Dempsey <Linsey@highstream.net>
(1972)
Date: Fri, 28 Feb
2003
Subject:
Update
Occupation: Writer, Spouse: Divorced from Dweezil,
Children: Son Cody 12; 2 Shih Tzus: Cisco 2 ½ and Sampson 1 ½
Memorable Incident: Spray-painting Wheaton High and
getting caught (yeah, Marji!).
Since High School: Stabilizing.
Future Plans: Raise young’un, chase hillbillies, and
grow ‘maters.
Memorable Teacher: Miss Rosenburg. I liked the way she screamed when Debbie Hefferly put a
rubber spider on her typewriter keys.
From: Tony
Rigopoulos <TonyMan1@att.net>
(1982)
Date: Fri, 28 Feb
2003
Subject:
Local music shows for 2003
I have received my scheduled band(s) dates for 2003,
inclusive of many local, Montgomery County venues. I’d thought I’d
extend an invitation out to all those folks I haven’t seen in years, in
the hopes that they’d come out to hear some great tunes.
Band: ROCK N’ ROLL RELICS
BAND: ROCKIN’ PNEUMONIA
All of these venues are FAMILY friendly environments, so
bring all friends, S.O.’s and kids, we love ‘ em !!
Sincerely , TONY RIGOPOULOS ( 1982 )
[See “Happy Hours” for the schedules, and “Music”
for the band info - both from the Events area of MSO where you can visit
the websites.]
From: Albert
“Gil” Briggs Jr. <briggskm@msn.com>
(1983)
Date: Mon, 3 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from my sister, Tracie
Briggs, from Class of 84. Occupation:
Toyota Service Manager/Lakeforest Toyota, Spouse: Karen (Roche), Class of
84; Karen’s Occupation: homemaker, Children: Albert III (1990), Billy
(1992), Luke (2000)
Since High School: I married my high school sweetheart
from the Class of 1984, Karen Roche, and we have been enjoying raising
three boys. I finally have
that boat I always wanted, work as a service manager in Gaithersburg and
am loving life!
Future Plans: Buy a house on the Chesapeake Bay
Other alums I know about: Michael Whalen
From: Brian
D. McLaren <brianmclaren1@aol.com>
(1974)
Date: Mon, 3 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from an alumnus friend,
Phil Lazo. Occupation:
Pastor, author; Spouse: Grace, Children: Rachel (1981), Brett (1982),
Trevor (1984), Jodi (1987)
Memorable Incidents: Playing in the “Arctic Blues”
and talent shows. Being part of “The Fellowship.”
Since High School: Taught English at University of
Maryland and Montgomery College. Entered pastoral ministry at Cedar Ridge
Community Church (www.crcc.org). Have
written several books (search on brian mclaren at www.amazon.com).
Helped start an international theological network (www.emergentvillage.com).
Raising 4 great kids. Moved next door (by accident) to 74 Peary Alum,
Peter Brocenos, in Howard County. Enjoy hiking, outdoors, still writing
music and playing guitar
Future Plans: Continue what I’m doing ... travel ...
keep meeting fascinating people.
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Hunt influenced all of us who
love music. Ms. Drury, a great teacher, inspired me to get a graduate
degree in English.
I’d love to hear from old friends!
From: Cheryl
G Roberts <cgroberts@charter.net>
(1966)
Date: Mon, 3 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from Gale Senseman Privette.
Occupation: social worker, Spouse: David Kornegay, Children: Nicole
Jeanne - 33, Jason Roberts - deceased, Grandchildren: Brooke Taylor - 10,
Blake Vincent - 6
Memorable Incidents: It’s been so long, who remembers?
Since High School: B.A.degree from the University of
Wisconsin in 1977 in Sociology/Psychology and employed as social worker
for 20+ years and currently working on degree in color therapy
Future Plans: travel to Wales for genealogy purposes,
finish color courses, and travel with grandchildren and 2 cocker spaniels.
Memorable Teachers: Dr. Dunn - his support, Mintie Glass
& Mr Stevens - loved those Art classes, Robert Pine - home room
teacher, Vincent Gibbs & Santa Vadala - working with the drama club
From: Karen
Roche Briggs <briggskm@msn.com>
(1984)
Date: Mon, 3 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from my sister-in-law,
Tracie Briggs Eggener. Occupation:
homemaker, Spouse: Albert (Gil) Briggs, Jr., Class of 1983; Gil’s
Occupation: Toyota Service Manager/Lakeforest Toyota, Children: Albert III
(1990), Billy (1992), Luke (2000)
Since High School: After marrying my high school
sweetheart (Gil Briggs Class 83) we settled down and I’ve been raising
my three boys. We live in
Olney and are enjoying spending time at my parent’s house in Bethany and
his parent’s house on the Bay. We
enjoy boating, sports and vacationing!
Future Plans: One day we hope to have a house on the
Chesapeake Bay.
From: Allie
Raye (aka Lisa Salsitz) <moviemaker@allieraye.com>
(1981)
Date: Tue, 4 Mar
2003
Subject:
Verizon Wireless
Hi. Just wanted to tell you that there will be a new
Verizon Wireless ad floating around. It will be in magazines, newspapers
and who knows; they said a bus or two! Ack! As far as I was told, it’s
national. If you see it and it’s a beach scene, you won’t be able to
miss me :) Just wanted to give you a heads up. It’s with Paul, the guy
that says “Can you hear me now?” Please drop me an email if anyone
sees it. I’m curious as to where they will put it out. Thanks!!!
From: Susan
Cruzan-Cohen <cruzansuz@aol.com>
(1970)
Date: Tue, 4 Mar
2003
Subject:
Merritt Cruzan, ‘72
Merritt: Please contact Susan, cruzansuz@aol.com
From: Diana
K. Sugg <suggdk@erols.com>
(1983)
Date: Wed, 5 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from my sister, Mary Sugg
Chahalis.
Occupation: Journalist
Memorable Incidents: Driving too fast on the way to the
honor society induction and crashing the VW. The cake Sandra Guardado made
smashed against the back seat, we were late, and the VW was out of
commission until graduation day.
Since High School: I graduated Phi Beta Kappa from
Villanova University, where I edited the student newspaper and played
flute and trombone in the pep band. (Which meant free tickets to all
‘Nova basketball games, including the 1985 NCAA basketball
championship.) I became a reporter and worked around the country, covering
sports, business and news for the Associated Press in Philadelphia. I
worked at The Spartanburg S.C. Herald-Journal for a year, covering
breaking news and features. Then I moved to The Sacramento Bee to cover crime. I got my
master’s degree at Ohio State University on a journalism fellowship, and
then returned to The Sacramento Bee as a medical reporter. I joined the
Baltimore Sun several years ago as a health reporter. I teach other
journalists and have had chapters published in journalism books. I’ve
been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize four times. I almost got married -
but not yet - and love my job and adore Baltimore.
Memorable Teachers: The terrific English teachers: Dr.
Fleeger and Mrs. Rosen, for
their intelligence, humor and kindness. Mr. Hill for his smile and telling
me to stop burning the candle at both ends. And Mr.
Gibbs for bringing words and books to life - as well as the plays.
From: Dianne
Hess <DianneHess@aol.com>
(1970)
Date: Fri, 7 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website while cruising the web.
Occupation:
Children’s Book Editor, Significant Other: Abbe Tiger,
Children: Niece - Hannah 11, Nephew - Daniel 14
Memorable Incidents: Mr.Gibbs’s English class, being in
Oliver, anti-war protests, Mrs. Glass’s art class.
Since High School: I went to Stony Brook in NY and
graduated with a BA degree in English Literature. I’ve been editing
children’s books and writing for the past 26 years. I just had my first
piece of Young Adult fiction published in an anthology with Simon and
Schuster this fall. I also studied improvisational acting with Chicago
City Limits. For the past six years I’ve been doing serious choral
singing. And since college have traveled extensively through Europe. As an
editor, I frequently speak at conferences, and have traveled all over this
country.
Future Plans: I’d like to continue doing what I’m
doing now.
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Gibbs without a doubt was the
teacher who had the greatest impact on my life. His very extensive
vocabulary/spelling tests broadened my understanding and appreciation of
language in profound ways. It was the beginning of my understanding
language and loving the roots of words, and using words with precision. He
was phenomenal with teaching literature. Our study of Steinbeck, Faulkner,
and Hemingway showed me how to look critically at authors and appreciate
their various styles. I especially loved Steinbeck and the social
consciousness that permeated his stories. In my work now I am still
reminded of the ways Mr. Gibbs showed us how to look at details in
books—and in movies. I can remember watching Greta Garbo’s hand
gestures, and watching the significance of a pair of boots in the movie,
All Quiet at the Western Front. He was demanding like no other
teacher—his class was the only real learning experience I had in high
school. He was the only teacher at Peary who ever really had me engaged in
my work!
From: Ariel
Weiner Katz <arielweinerkatz@yahoo.com>
(1977)
Date: Sun, 9 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
How I found out about the website? I was at the JCC and
overhead two Peary alumni talking about the site. Occupation: Fashion
Designer specializing in the design of Elvis jumpsuits, Spouse: Ira,
Children: Aaron-13, Rachael-10, and Sadie-8
Memorable Incidents: It was all so fabulous that I could
never pick one over the other.
Since High School: Designing clothes, particularly Elvis
jumpsuits, as my husband is an Elvis impersonator. We spend many weekends
traveling to his competitions and I am proud to say that he has quite a
trophy collection. Oh, does he ever look fabulous in salmon!
My spare time includes designing new clothing lines,
spending time with my family and my two dachshunds, Mitiz and Helga,
volunteering at the synagogue and relaxing at the Mik-Vah and enjoying my
oceanfront home. Also, I’m
quite the jock.
Future Plans: To continue to enjoy the good life. Oy!!!!!
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Boteler; because he was so deep,
very philosophical and extremely introspective. He taught me to get in
touch with my inner self. He was a big influence on my marriage to
meditation and chanting.
I moved to Potomac at the end of junior year and,
although I graduated from Churchill, but will always a husky at
heart. Cruising up and down Falls Road could never hold a candle to the
cruises up and down Bauer Drive.
Thanks for the wonderful job you are doing with the
website in your efforts to keep everyone connected. You are fabulous!
From: Lorie
Wega Perritte <loperrit@maxhealth.com>
(1983)
Date: Mon, 10 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
Occupation: Claims Specialist, Significant Other: Rob,
Children: Leanne, 18 years old; Robin, 16 years old; Cory, 12 years old
Since High School: I got married and had 3 beautiful
children. I am in the process
of divorcing and am enjoying the single life.
Future Plans: My future plans are to live life to its
fullest and enjoy my children succeeding in everything they do.
From: Cindy
Kraybill <102447.3077@compuserve.com>
(1967)
Date: Tue, 11 Mar
2003
Subject:
Our Mother
My mother, Dorothy Kraybill, passed away on March 3,
2003. She was the mother of
me (Cindy Kraybill, class of 67), Linda Kraybill Asper, class of 63, and
David Kraybill, class of 69). Many
of you Peary graduates knew her because she was very active at Peary High
School. She started the American Field Service chapter at Peary. And
she was always very active in fundraisers for the school. But she may have been best known as an ardent Husky
supporter: she was always
available to have her car decorated and drive the cheerleaders or fans to
the games. She was a
wonderful, supportive mother who made our house always welcome to friends.
Her memorial service was March 7 in Olney, Maryland.
Much to my surprise Miss Thomas and Mr. Hill attended and spoke
about her dedication to Peary High. You
can’t imagine how great a feeling it was to have them at the service.
We spoke afterwards about the incredible bond those of us who went
to Peary have. It truly is
unique.
From: Miriam
Greer O’Connor <fiddlermiriam@worldnet.att.net>
(1973)
Date: Wed, 12 Mar
2003
Subject:
Update
I found out about the website from Denice LaBrec Kepler.
Webpage: http://www.fiddlermiriam.com,
Occupation: Musician, Spouse: Joseph, Children: Mahrya Hale O’Connor -
22 years old
Memorable Incident: 1973 Variety Show
Since High School: My husband and I have raised our
daughter, Mahrya. She
graduates from Ohio Univ this June. I
teach fiddle and mandolin and perform with my band, Laredo, throughout the
MD, VA, DC, PA areas.
Future Plans: Stay healthy.
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Clark.
He made history a very interesting class.
Other alums I know about? Terry Lynn Ellison died in
April 2000.
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