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Where did the time go? But it's been a good one. Two sessions at Bemidji State with four years in the Navy between them. Got married with four children who gave me 10 grandchildren. Most of my working time was in WI and retired early to take care of my parents before they had to go into a nursing home. I retired from State of WI Veterans Home in 2006. While working there I got into carving that was a great hobby, past time and 'therapy'. My first carving class was in 1995 at the Vesterheim Folk Art School, Decorah, IA that taught me how to make Norwegian style bentwood boxes and to decorate them with 'kolrosing'. My mother's parents both were born/ raised in Decorah so when I was there I got to meet relatives and learn about my Norwegian roots. Twenty years after that first class I started teaching others there how to make the boxes. I do have a class scheduled in August to teach and therefore not able to make our reunion. See you at our 65th, 70th or sometime! (Positive thinking!)
I went through all of the "in memoriam" and I'm happy to report I am not on that list, may they all rest in peace. I am still making must, have been for 60 years. Oh, and I'm not the guy on the DoD.
Just an update for the veterans page. I served in the navy from 1965 to 1970. I spent my time aboard three submarines, two nuclear, and one old WW2 diesel boat.
Living the best life back in NW Montana. Close to family and nearer to our two granddaughters.
Good News! Earlier this year our classmate, Wayne Cook, underwent a successful kidney transplant operation. The organ donor was his daughter Melissa. Wayne continues to make progress toward a full recovery.
Hi everyone. My latest book, Hope Dies Last, was released on Earth Day, Apr. 22, 2025 (sorry, this format doesn't let me post my publisher, Dutton/Penguin Random House's link, but by searching the title, you'll find it): “Alan Weisman deserves applause…[he] set out to find inspirational people doing extraordinary work to save the planet…He found them and their work can save us from writing a catastrophic next chapter for our earth.” —The Associated Press “A wide-ranging look at visionaries who are working on ways to lessen the worst effects of climate change….[an] impeccably written and thoroughly inspiring narrative.”—Kirkus, starred “The vibrant portraits serve as a rousing testimony to human ingenuity and perseverance….This inspires.”—Publishers Weekly "Go into this book ready to learn and be amazed,…You’ll be delighted by small things, awed by big ones, and you might be spurred to act, once you’ve read Hope Dies Last.” — The Bookworm Sez “Weisman’s detailed examination of their and others’ work shows that there are paths to solving the world's largest problems. The reader will come away with a renewed belief that hope for the future need not be lost.”—Booklist
Hello y’all. Been living in Florida for the last 10 years. My daughter and kids moving to the Charlotte NC area later this summer. Hopefully I can make it to see older friends before moving to be with the kids. Unattached after a long relationship and ready for a new chapter. Still young at heart and very active. Wish everyone great health and lots of happiness.
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I kown you'll be relieved to know that I am alive, in good health and still playing music. In fact, I play saxophone now, too. You can hear all my music free here: https://soundcloud.com/randulo As I no longer live in the USA, Ihaven't been to a reunion. Enjoy yourselves! I can be also reached via https://RandyResnick.com
A HUGE THANK YOU to Lund\'s and Byerly\'s St. Louis Park, Top Ten Liquors Miracle Mile, and our beloved McDonald\'s across the street from Park High for their most generous donations to our 75/57 birthday reunion weekend. Their donations helped us have a successful lovely weekend. Please make sure to support these great businesses.
Hi, I am Linda's husband and am responding for her. Sadly, Linda was diagnosed Alzheimers some 4 years ago. Luckily she has retained the sweet personality and caring manner I married. We raised 3 wonderful daughters in solid marriages, with 2 grandchildren each. We have been richly Blessed. We met and married in San Francisco where we started our family, moved to Denver for work and eventually to Atlanta where we our now located. We maintain links to Minnesota via her brother Tim and long time family cabin on Big Pine Lake. We visit whenever possible. She is at home with me now, though changes are coming. Respectfully, Dick Weber
Hi, Everyone, I just finished taking the tour of the High School and reconnected with many old friends. I wish I were able to attend the other events, but am not. I am retired now, after having worked for over 40 years for Christian ministries, mostly for Billy Graham. Now it is volunteering, attending Twins games, and of course singing, that fills my days. I hope you all enjoy whatever events you are able to attend.
Was looking at obits in Star Trib and thought about my Senior year at Park High. Sad to see so many of our classmates that have passed. I just want to add my name to the military list as every day has been special since. Entered the US Army in Sept 67 and went to Vietnam in Aug 68. Spend the year with the 2/20 Aerial Rocket Artillery and crewed & flew front seat in a Cobra Helicopter gunship with the 1st Air Cavalry. Got out in July 1970 and got my degree at St Cloud State in 73. Been living in Cape Coral Fl for the past 38 years. NO Snow and I love the heat. Best health and safety to all. Jim Kelly
Another of our classmates has passed away. Linda McKusick Romov passed away on Christmas Day, losing her battle with cancer. She and her husband Jim have been living in Sherman Oaks, Ca.
Sparky Just a short note to let you know that my best friend from HS, Sue Lynch Almquist passed away Aug 19,2021, at age 74. She was married to Curt Almquist, also class of 65, who passed Sept 18,2014, at age 67. my email is ljlemke@hotmail.com cell# 952-564-5826
Just an FYI Gloria Soles obituary is in the Star Tribune today Sept. 6 th. She passed away on August 9 th 2020.
I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the reunion. I retired May, 2015 after working as a medical oncologist for 37 years. I loved my career and was so privileged to witness and participate in so many advances in cancer care. I have been married for 13 years to Mark Satz. We have 4 sons and 2 daughters and 6 grandchildren. I continue to have an apartment in Minneapolis, but I am living primarily in our lake home in Crosslake, MN where we golf, swim, fish, boat, and spend time with family and friends.
It was brought to my attention one of our classmates, Billy Jacobson, is currently going through some health issues. He recently underwent a surgical procedure to remove a tumor from his brain and will begin further treatment very soon. Please keep Billy in your thoughts and prayers as he goes through the process of recovery.
Hi Sparky - Barbara Blettner's married name is Offord. This is the correct spelling. There is an obituary in 2008 for her husband. Barbara lived in Stillwater at that time. Sorry I can't be of more help, but perhaps with the correct spelling of her last name and her place of residence in 2008, you might have more luck tracking her obituary down.
Classmate and friend, Mark Freidson passed away on September 16th. His obituary is in the Sunday Tribune today, September 17th. Rest in Peace Mark and thanks for the memories.
Beloved Coach, "Lefty" Wright passed away. His obituary is in the Minneapolis Sunday Tribune dated October 25th.
Hello form Montana - after 50 years it's time we come back and see our "ageless friends" !! Sally and I are looking forward to returning to MN for a quick visit for the 50th Class Reunion. See you next year.
Hello All! It is Memorial Day weekend, 2020. Hundreds of thousands of people are dying, forty million Americans are out of work and there is no baseball. Life sucks! But here's an idea - why not read my book. The title is UNCONDITIONAL. A man, an infant Holocaust survivvor, developes a messiah like complex and makes it his life's work to defeat the enimies of Israel once and for all. The book is available on Amazon in either e-book or paperback. On Amazon's front page search box type my full name John Webster Lindemann. Let me know what you think. John
Hi all, 50 wonderful years have gone by, but getting back together and catching up with friends from Park High, Westwood Jr High and Fern Hill should weave us together again. Looking forward to our 50th High School Reunion and a weekend of fun. Many thanks to all of our classmates that stepped up to volunteer and put this special event together! My husband, Bob, and I are retired & live on a pristine lake in the Northwoods near Itasca and we rarely venture to the "big city", but this will be a real treat. Wishing you all peace, good health and blessings.
Mrs. Hagstrom's Art Students Update After the school tour on Friday, we will meet for lunch at Granite City (Highway 100 & Excelsior Blvd.) at 12:45 pm.
50 years lucky with health Lived about half my life in Europe One wife of 35 years, but many careers No U of M diploma, but one quarter attended Coming to get you at the 50th reunion.
Classmate Ron Pfannsmith passed away recently. His obituary is listed in the Sunday Star Tribune today.
Hello 1965 Classmates! Just stopping by to wish you all a Blessed, Safe and Happy Thankgiving holiday.Ron Hall
ZHi friends!I\'m sorry that Barb(Bucka) will not be able to attend this party - but, we are celebrating a grandson\'s birthday! I would love to hear from you. Thanks to Linda for making so many contacts, and making this event possible. We still live in Pine Island, MN, and I don\'t have enough sense to retire, but I am still serving as pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Greetings to everybody!Terje (Terry) and Barb (nee Bucka) Hausken
Thanks to the committee for all their hard work, the nametags for Saturday night were great! Hope to see more of our classmates in 2015.
I just found out that our classmate Sandi Bowlin Miller passed away in August.
I am sorry to report that the obituary of our classmate Anna Geyer Heinrich is in the St Paul Pioneer Press (and www.twincities.com) was published today. She died Thursday, July 29, apparently of cancer. The memorial service is on August 1 at the MN Arboretum. I will remember Anna as an elegant and intelligent lady.
Hello STLP \'65ers - wish I were there with you, have a few margaritas on me - I will too. It was sad to hear of the passing of another one of our classmates, Anna - I agree, she was an elegant and beautiful lady. Gods peace be with you all,BobbyJoe 206-307-3059PS: Nuper, she\'s still an 11
The Shapley Family is still a Swimming Family and is doing well. Son, Aaron Shapley, Cal Berkley, five time all america, has reached the the Iron Man level. Adam swam D-1 at Mizzo and Clemsen. My wife, Cassy, is retired as as manager of US Swimming Minnesota. We are all still swimming, including two grandchildren in Austin Texas. My wife and I reside in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Does anyone have contact info for Sue Sterling?
My father passed away on March 15 at age 94. He lived an active and full life.
Sadly, one of our beloved teachers, Marcella Johnson, passed away on January 25, 2021 at the age of 100. Marcy taught Business Education for over 25 years until her retirement. She had lived in Sun City West, AZ for many years before her death. Marcy lived across the street from my family throughout my school years. She and I kept up our friendship until her death. When she would visit relatives here, we would get together for lunch or dinner to catch up and share memories. We would keep in touch on a regular basis through e-mail, letters and telephone. Every year on her birthday she would send me a photo riding her bicycle! She was an amazing woman and a great friend! I'll never forget her and will miss her very much.
Unfortunately, another classmate has recently passed away. Dennis Ikola died on May 20th and his obituary appeared in the Sunday Tribune today. Rest in Peace Dennis.
hey kids sorry i won\'t make it home for the 45th...sure hope you all celebrate for me...will be there for our 50th for sure...take care and be well xo mark
hi to allSarge and i will be in the area for a wedding that weekend. We will try to stop by the Park Tavern on Fri night to visit and share memories we can recollect.john and cindy sargeant
Dear Park '65 classmates -- Since regrets to all for missing the last couple of reunions -- I was across some ocean each time. I won't miss the 50th. Sincere envy to those of you already retired, or on the brink of it. I'm a writer -- thanks mainly to Mr. Litsey in 11th grade, who taught me how, and to my total incompetence at anything else. It's an addictive, exhilarating, precarious way to make a living, and for all those reasons, I'll likely keep doing it. Many of you kindly wrote me because of my last book, The World Without Us, a bestseller now in 34 languages. I loved hearing from you: thanks so much. My next, titled Countdown, will be published this week, on Sept. 24, 2013, by Little, Brown and Company and soon in 15 foreign editions The research took me to 21 countries, beginning in Israel and Palestine, ending in Iran, with much Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas in between -- long story. If you're in the Twin Cities, the book tour will take me on Oct. 2, to the University of Minnesota Bookstore, Memorial Union, 300 Washington Avenue, SE at 7:00 PM. On Oct. 3, I'll be at Barnes & Noble, 3225 West 69th Street, Edina, also at 7:00 PM. The website below explains more about the book and lists where I'll appear in other cities -- it's incomplete, but updated weekly. I'd be so grateful and happy to see any of you, as some of you -- Glenn Strand, Luther Dale, Ron Weisman, Rollie Troup, and Jeff Isenberg -- surprised me on my last book tour. (This time, I've already heard that I may be seeing Bob Harada, Tim Long, Tom Sipkins, Bob Stein, Bill Posnick, and Al Stesin if he can get off work -- still a dedicated ER physician.) Although I hadn't planned it that way, after traveling to all those places, my new book ends in Minnesota. For me, it was literally coming home. Thanks for the memories, gang. We're all lucky that there are more to come. Alan Weisman (I no longer respond to the nickname that began with T. Don't even try.) Coming Sept 24, 2013: Countdown: Our Last, Best Hope for a Future on Earth? www.countdownbyalanweisman.com In paperback: www.worldwithoutus.com
Hi all! Wow! This is a great website! Thank you! Looking forward to the 45th Reunion and spending 10 glorious days in Minnesota in hot/humid August! I\'m sorry I\'m used to Port Townsend, WA weather. My son, Jeff and his daughter, Lisa (15) will be attending the Reunion with me. Jeff convinced me to attend. My Mom (83) lives in Port townsend now. She will also be on the trip with us. See you in August!
Hello to all you old timers.... I won't be coming to see y'all. I'm still extremely sad about the passing of Steve Feldman...he was a great buddy for decades. Every time I tee it up I think of him. Probably why my game is still fairly strong. life is good here in Florida. Still working in home furnishings and loving it. celebrating my mother's 95th this summer in Nashville and attending my niece's wedding in Hollywood Ca in September. Hope everyone stays healthy and enjoys all the "old" memories. Takecare. Hope to attend the next reunion.
Sorry I will not be able to attend the 45th reunion. Have fun everyone! Thanks to all who organized the reunion. I hope to make it to the 50th.
Classmate Curt Almquist passed away from cancer on September 18th. His obituary was in the Star Tribune on Sunday, September 21st.
News: France is behind, as most of Europe, in vaccinations. Currently 75 or older can get the shot. We're too young! This said, I'd like to shout out an unabashed soelf-promo for my recent music: 12 song album on Spotify, 5 song on Apple. LOts of singles from the past two years on all streaming sites. You can listen free to full versions of over 125 original songs here: https://soundcloud.com/randulo/tracks The last live gig I played was guitar with Canned Heat in 2012.
It will be good to see all of you from the class of 65. I attended a gathering at the Park Tavern after 40 years.
Just a note to those of you who knew my Mom, Ginny Pratt. It is with much sadness that I let you know she passed away 3/25/14. She had been living in Florida near my brother Jeff. My husband and I got to spend some time with her in August on her 90th birthday. Needless to say, she will be missed. She will be remembered with love.
Our Class mate, Bill Jackobson has been fighting stage four brain cancer for the last few months. His latest update from varilous doctors indicate there are no nfurther treatmentn programs that will work for him. He has been given two week to two months to live. He will be transitioning to an assisted living facility that will also provide hospice care when needed. Bill has lost his telephone directory, yes I said directory, so is unable to contact some folks he would truly love to hear from, especially Tommy the Prez and Tim Long and others as well. He has amaziong stories to share, and exceptional recall of classroom antics, including where people sat in which class and who was seated near you. He does not have emai, but you can call or text to talk, reminence, wish him well (952 215 2327). Many thanks, R. Morss
I'll miss Cindi's reunion (and the cheeseburger!), but will be in Hopkins at mother's September 24-30. Then it's back to Alabama. Nancy Scholtec - please email me back and tell me we can get together!
Where did the time go? But it's been a good one. Two sessions at Bemidji State with four years in the Navy between them. Got married with four children who gave me 10 grandchildren. Most of my working time was in WI and retired early to take care of my parents before they had to go into a nursing home. I retired from State of WI Veterans Home in 2006. While working there I got into carving that was a great hobby, past time and 'therapy'. My first carving class was in 1995 at the Vesterheim Folk Art School, Decorah, IA that taught me how to make Norwegian style bentwood boxes and to decorate them with 'kolrosing'. My mother's parents both were born/ raised in Decorah so when I was there I got to meet relatives and learn about my Norwegian roots. Twenty years after that first class I started teaching others there how to make the boxes. I do have a class scheduled in August to teach and therefore not able to make our reunion. See you at our 65th, 70th or sometime! (Positive thinking!)
I went through all of the "in memoriam" and I'm happy to report I am not on that list, may they all rest in peace. I am still making must, have been for 60 years. Oh, and I'm not the guy on the DoD.
Just an update for the veterans page. I served in the navy from 1965 to 1970. I spent my time aboard three submarines, two nuclear, and one old WW2 diesel boat.
Living the best life back in NW Montana. Close to family and nearer to our two granddaughters.
Good News! Earlier this year our classmate, Wayne Cook, underwent a successful kidney transplant operation. The organ donor was his daughter Melissa. Wayne continues to make progress toward a full recovery.
Hi everyone. My latest book, Hope Dies Last, was released on Earth Day, Apr. 22, 2025 (sorry, this format doesn't let me post my publisher, Dutton/Penguin Random House's link, but by searching the title, you'll find it): “Alan Weisman deserves applause…[he] set out to find inspirational people doing extraordinary work to save the planet…He found them and their work can save us from writing a catastrophic next chapter for our earth.” —The Associated Press “A wide-ranging look at visionaries who are working on ways to lessen the worst effects of climate change….[an] impeccably written and thoroughly inspiring narrative.”—Kirkus, starred “The vibrant portraits serve as a rousing testimony to human ingenuity and perseverance….This inspires.”—Publishers Weekly "Go into this book ready to learn and be amazed,…You’ll be delighted by small things, awed by big ones, and you might be spurred to act, once you’ve read Hope Dies Last.” — The Bookworm Sez “Weisman’s detailed examination of their and others’ work shows that there are paths to solving the world's largest problems. The reader will come away with a renewed belief that hope for the future need not be lost.”—Booklist
Hello y’all. Been living in Florida for the last 10 years. My daughter and kids moving to the Charlotte NC area later this summer. Hopefully I can make it to see older friends before moving to be with the kids. Unattached after a long relationship and ready for a new chapter. Still young at heart and very active. Wish everyone great health and lots of happiness.
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I kown you'll be relieved to know that I am alive, in good health and still playing music. In fact, I play saxophone now, too. You can hear all my music free here: https://soundcloud.com/randulo As I no longer live in the USA, Ihaven't been to a reunion. Enjoy yourselves! I can be also reached via https://RandyResnick.com
A HUGE THANK YOU to Lund\'s and Byerly\'s St. Louis Park, Top Ten Liquors Miracle Mile, and our beloved McDonald\'s across the street from Park High for their most generous donations to our 75/57 birthday reunion weekend. Their donations helped us have a successful lovely weekend. Please make sure to support these great businesses.
Hi, I am Linda's husband and am responding for her. Sadly, Linda was diagnosed Alzheimers some 4 years ago. Luckily she has retained the sweet personality and caring manner I married. We raised 3 wonderful daughters in solid marriages, with 2 grandchildren each. We have been richly Blessed. We met and married in San Francisco where we started our family, moved to Denver for work and eventually to Atlanta where we our now located. We maintain links to Minnesota via her brother Tim and long time family cabin on Big Pine Lake. We visit whenever possible. She is at home with me now, though changes are coming. Respectfully, Dick Weber
Hi, Everyone, I just finished taking the tour of the High School and reconnected with many old friends. I wish I were able to attend the other events, but am not. I am retired now, after having worked for over 40 years for Christian ministries, mostly for Billy Graham. Now it is volunteering, attending Twins games, and of course singing, that fills my days. I hope you all enjoy whatever events you are able to attend.
Was looking at obits in Star Trib and thought about my Senior year at Park High. Sad to see so many of our classmates that have passed. I just want to add my name to the military list as every day has been special since. Entered the US Army in Sept 67 and went to Vietnam in Aug 68. Spend the year with the 2/20 Aerial Rocket Artillery and crewed & flew front seat in a Cobra Helicopter gunship with the 1st Air Cavalry. Got out in July 1970 and got my degree at St Cloud State in 73. Been living in Cape Coral Fl for the past 38 years. NO Snow and I love the heat. Best health and safety to all. Jim Kelly
Another of our classmates has passed away. Linda McKusick Romov passed away on Christmas Day, losing her battle with cancer. She and her husband Jim have been living in Sherman Oaks, Ca.
Sparky Just a short note to let you know that my best friend from HS, Sue Lynch Almquist passed away Aug 19,2021, at age 74. She was married to Curt Almquist, also class of 65, who passed Sept 18,2014, at age 67. my email is ljlemke@hotmail.com cell# 952-564-5826
Just an FYI Gloria Soles obituary is in the Star Tribune today Sept. 6 th. She passed away on August 9 th 2020.
I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the reunion. I retired May, 2015 after working as a medical oncologist for 37 years. I loved my career and was so privileged to witness and participate in so many advances in cancer care. I have been married for 13 years to Mark Satz. We have 4 sons and 2 daughters and 6 grandchildren. I continue to have an apartment in Minneapolis, but I am living primarily in our lake home in Crosslake, MN where we golf, swim, fish, boat, and spend time with family and friends.
It was brought to my attention one of our classmates, Billy Jacobson, is currently going through some health issues. He recently underwent a surgical procedure to remove a tumor from his brain and will begin further treatment very soon. Please keep Billy in your thoughts and prayers as he goes through the process of recovery.
Hi Sparky - Barbara Blettner's married name is Offord. This is the correct spelling. There is an obituary in 2008 for her husband. Barbara lived in Stillwater at that time. Sorry I can't be of more help, but perhaps with the correct spelling of her last name and her place of residence in 2008, you might have more luck tracking her obituary down.
Classmate and friend, Mark Freidson passed away on September 16th. His obituary is in the Sunday Tribune today, September 17th. Rest in Peace Mark and thanks for the memories.
Beloved Coach, "Lefty" Wright passed away. His obituary is in the Minneapolis Sunday Tribune dated October 25th.
Hello form Montana - after 50 years it's time we come back and see our "ageless friends" !! Sally and I are looking forward to returning to MN for a quick visit for the 50th Class Reunion. See you next year.
Hello All! It is Memorial Day weekend, 2020. Hundreds of thousands of people are dying, forty million Americans are out of work and there is no baseball. Life sucks! But here's an idea - why not read my book. The title is UNCONDITIONAL. A man, an infant Holocaust survivvor, developes a messiah like complex and makes it his life's work to defeat the enimies of Israel once and for all. The book is available on Amazon in either e-book or paperback. On Amazon's front page search box type my full name John Webster Lindemann. Let me know what you think. John
Hi all, 50 wonderful years have gone by, but getting back together and catching up with friends from Park High, Westwood Jr High and Fern Hill should weave us together again. Looking forward to our 50th High School Reunion and a weekend of fun. Many thanks to all of our classmates that stepped up to volunteer and put this special event together! My husband, Bob, and I are retired & live on a pristine lake in the Northwoods near Itasca and we rarely venture to the "big city", but this will be a real treat. Wishing you all peace, good health and blessings.
Mrs. Hagstrom's Art Students Update After the school tour on Friday, we will meet for lunch at Granite City (Highway 100 & Excelsior Blvd.) at 12:45 pm.
50 years lucky with health Lived about half my life in Europe One wife of 35 years, but many careers No U of M diploma, but one quarter attended Coming to get you at the 50th reunion.
Classmate Ron Pfannsmith passed away recently. His obituary is listed in the Sunday Star Tribune today.
Hello 1965 Classmates! Just stopping by to wish you all a Blessed, Safe and Happy Thankgiving holiday.Ron Hall
ZHi friends!I\'m sorry that Barb(Bucka) will not be able to attend this party - but, we are celebrating a grandson\'s birthday! I would love to hear from you. Thanks to Linda for making so many contacts, and making this event possible. We still live in Pine Island, MN, and I don\'t have enough sense to retire, but I am still serving as pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Greetings to everybody!Terje (Terry) and Barb (nee Bucka) Hausken
Thanks to the committee for all their hard work, the nametags for Saturday night were great! Hope to see more of our classmates in 2015.
I just found out that our classmate Sandi Bowlin Miller passed away in August.
I am sorry to report that the obituary of our classmate Anna Geyer Heinrich is in the St Paul Pioneer Press (and www.twincities.com) was published today. She died Thursday, July 29, apparently of cancer. The memorial service is on August 1 at the MN Arboretum. I will remember Anna as an elegant and intelligent lady.
Hello STLP \'65ers - wish I were there with you, have a few margaritas on me - I will too. It was sad to hear of the passing of another one of our classmates, Anna - I agree, she was an elegant and beautiful lady. Gods peace be with you all,BobbyJoe 206-307-3059PS: Nuper, she\'s still an 11
The Shapley Family is still a Swimming Family and is doing well. Son, Aaron Shapley, Cal Berkley, five time all america, has reached the the Iron Man level. Adam swam D-1 at Mizzo and Clemsen. My wife, Cassy, is retired as as manager of US Swimming Minnesota. We are all still swimming, including two grandchildren in Austin Texas. My wife and I reside in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Does anyone have contact info for Sue Sterling?
My father passed away on March 15 at age 94. He lived an active and full life.
Sadly, one of our beloved teachers, Marcella Johnson, passed away on January 25, 2021 at the age of 100. Marcy taught Business Education for over 25 years until her retirement. She had lived in Sun City West, AZ for many years before her death. Marcy lived across the street from my family throughout my school years. She and I kept up our friendship until her death. When she would visit relatives here, we would get together for lunch or dinner to catch up and share memories. We would keep in touch on a regular basis through e-mail, letters and telephone. Every year on her birthday she would send me a photo riding her bicycle! She was an amazing woman and a great friend! I'll never forget her and will miss her very much.
Unfortunately, another classmate has recently passed away. Dennis Ikola died on May 20th and his obituary appeared in the Sunday Tribune today. Rest in Peace Dennis.
hey kids sorry i won\'t make it home for the 45th...sure hope you all celebrate for me...will be there for our 50th for sure...take care and be well xo mark
hi to allSarge and i will be in the area for a wedding that weekend. We will try to stop by the Park Tavern on Fri night to visit and share memories we can recollect.john and cindy sargeant
Dear Park '65 classmates -- Since regrets to all for missing the last couple of reunions -- I was across some ocean each time. I won't miss the 50th. Sincere envy to those of you already retired, or on the brink of it. I'm a writer -- thanks mainly to Mr. Litsey in 11th grade, who taught me how, and to my total incompetence at anything else. It's an addictive, exhilarating, precarious way to make a living, and for all those reasons, I'll likely keep doing it. Many of you kindly wrote me because of my last book, The World Without Us, a bestseller now in 34 languages. I loved hearing from you: thanks so much. My next, titled Countdown, will be published this week, on Sept. 24, 2013, by Little, Brown and Company and soon in 15 foreign editions The research took me to 21 countries, beginning in Israel and Palestine, ending in Iran, with much Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas in between -- long story. If you're in the Twin Cities, the book tour will take me on Oct. 2, to the University of Minnesota Bookstore, Memorial Union, 300 Washington Avenue, SE at 7:00 PM. On Oct. 3, I'll be at Barnes & Noble, 3225 West 69th Street, Edina, also at 7:00 PM. The website below explains more about the book and lists where I'll appear in other cities -- it's incomplete, but updated weekly. I'd be so grateful and happy to see any of you, as some of you -- Glenn Strand, Luther Dale, Ron Weisman, Rollie Troup, and Jeff Isenberg -- surprised me on my last book tour. (This time, I've already heard that I may be seeing Bob Harada, Tim Long, Tom Sipkins, Bob Stein, Bill Posnick, and Al Stesin if he can get off work -- still a dedicated ER physician.) Although I hadn't planned it that way, after traveling to all those places, my new book ends in Minnesota. For me, it was literally coming home. Thanks for the memories, gang. We're all lucky that there are more to come. Alan Weisman (I no longer respond to the nickname that began with T. Don't even try.) Coming Sept 24, 2013: Countdown: Our Last, Best Hope for a Future on Earth? www.countdownbyalanweisman.com In paperback: www.worldwithoutus.com
Hi all! Wow! This is a great website! Thank you! Looking forward to the 45th Reunion and spending 10 glorious days in Minnesota in hot/humid August! I\'m sorry I\'m used to Port Townsend, WA weather. My son, Jeff and his daughter, Lisa (15) will be attending the Reunion with me. Jeff convinced me to attend. My Mom (83) lives in Port townsend now. She will also be on the trip with us. See you in August!
Hello to all you old timers.... I won't be coming to see y'all. I'm still extremely sad about the passing of Steve Feldman...he was a great buddy for decades. Every time I tee it up I think of him. Probably why my game is still fairly strong. life is good here in Florida. Still working in home furnishings and loving it. celebrating my mother's 95th this summer in Nashville and attending my niece's wedding in Hollywood Ca in September. Hope everyone stays healthy and enjoys all the "old" memories. Takecare. Hope to attend the next reunion.
Sorry I will not be able to attend the 45th reunion. Have fun everyone! Thanks to all who organized the reunion. I hope to make it to the 50th.
Classmate Curt Almquist passed away from cancer on September 18th. His obituary was in the Star Tribune on Sunday, September 21st.
News: France is behind, as most of Europe, in vaccinations. Currently 75 or older can get the shot. We're too young! This said, I'd like to shout out an unabashed soelf-promo for my recent music: 12 song album on Spotify, 5 song on Apple. LOts of singles from the past two years on all streaming sites. You can listen free to full versions of over 125 original songs here: https://soundcloud.com/randulo/tracks The last live gig I played was guitar with Canned Heat in 2012.
It will be good to see all of you from the class of 65. I attended a gathering at the Park Tavern after 40 years.
Just a note to those of you who knew my Mom, Ginny Pratt. It is with much sadness that I let you know she passed away 3/25/14. She had been living in Florida near my brother Jeff. My husband and I got to spend some time with her in August on her 90th birthday. Needless to say, she will be missed. She will be remembered with love.
Our Class mate, Bill Jackobson has been fighting stage four brain cancer for the last few months. His latest update from varilous doctors indicate there are no nfurther treatmentn programs that will work for him. He has been given two week to two months to live. He will be transitioning to an assisted living facility that will also provide hospice care when needed. Bill has lost his telephone directory, yes I said directory, so is unable to contact some folks he would truly love to hear from, especially Tommy the Prez and Tim Long and others as well. He has amaziong stories to share, and exceptional recall of classroom antics, including where people sat in which class and who was seated near you. He does not have emai, but you can call or text to talk, reminence, wish him well (952 215 2327). Many thanks, R. Morss
I'll miss Cindi's reunion (and the cheeseburger!), but will be in Hopkins at mother's September 24-30. Then it's back to Alabama. Nancy Scholtec - please email me back and tell me we can get together!