St. Louis Park High School Class of 65

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 won't be able to come as I have had the funerals of two of my brothers there this summer and it's a long trip from North Carolina, sorry to miss it.

Please add curtis hall to your veterans list army 2 years died of agent orange. thanks

What to do during a pandemic? Having Emberger Royals with Ronnie Weisman! Last Embers anywhere is in Fridley.

Sparky, just wanted to let you know that I was in the Army from 1967 to 1970. I was a combat medic in Viet Nam from 1968-69.

Hello classmates, I reside in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.  It is a quaint little drinking village with a fishing problem.  I look forward to attending the class reunion in 2021.  Recent news of my passing were highly exaggerated as I can assure you that I am still the radical little SOB of a libertarian activist here in South Carolina.  Politics is my raison d'etre and South Carolina is a target rich environment.  But I promise you that I will not talk politics at the convention.  As I have traveled throughout the world since I graduated from St. Louis Park, I quickly realized how lucky I was to go to a good high school that actually had a high quality educational program.  We are all blessed.  Oh ya, forgot to mention...I am a born again Christian.  Used to worry that I would be like an atheist at his own funeral; all dressed up and no place to go.

Well, it is State Fair time again.  After missing it last year I am looking forward to it.  I will be at the Bison booth on Thursday, Sept. 3 and Sunday, Sept. 6.  If you are going to be there come by and say "hi".  Planning to be at Bunny's in SLP on Saturday evening 8/29.  Looking forward to being in Minnesota for much needed relaxation!!

I am so looking forward to going to this reunion.  It has been fifteen years since I went to the last one. Now that I have retired from teaching I can do whatever I want when I want to do it.  I plan on looking through my old Echowan just to  try to refresh my memory.  I don\'t know if anyone will recognize  me as I have changed the color of my hair to blend in with the California sunlight.

 My husaband Rick and I have been married for 41 year.  We have 2 boys 38 and 35. Jesse is an investment banker and lives in NYC with his wife and 3 children.  Ethan is a lawyer and lives in MSP with his wife and 2 children. Needless to say our children have made us very happy and we are fortunate to visit our children often.  We have a place in Minneapolis and also have a home in Sea Pines which is in Hilton Head SC. Not only is it a playground for adults but it is a great place for family and friends.  Never having been athletic I have had fun playing tennis and even going to SC State Tennis Tournaments.Have a fun renunion..

Sadly, our classmate Steve Feldman passed away unexpectedly last week. His obituary was in Sunday's Star & Tribune, November 12, 2017. He is survived by his wife,  our classmate, Sue Berg, their children and grandchildren.

Classmate James Probst passed away on June 14th.  His obituary is in the June 18th Sunday Star Tribune.  Rest in Peace Jim.

Once again, i'm really looking forward to seeing everyone and sharing old times, very old times. i live in Denver and have for about 35 years now but visit my mother often (age 93) who lives in Minnetonka.

Here it is the morning after a GREAT party! I would just like to thank Rollie & all the hard working people on the reunion committee. It was really a delightful evening. I actually feel sorry for everybody that was not able to be there (and, for myself for not being there for the past 30 years!) This is only my second reunion, and it made merealize that I absolutely love this stage of my life. Isn't it wonderful to be able to just be ourselves? One of my favorite sayings is: "Until I was 20, I worried about what everybody thought of me. Until I was 40, I didn't care what anybody thought of me. But, when I reached 50, I realized people don't just sit around thinking about me!!!" It's really appropriate here, because I'm now able to appreciate everybody for who they really are, instead of all the pretense that we put ourselves through in our younger years! Sorry, I think I'm rambling (another thing I find myself doing these days!). Anyway, thanks for all the hard work. And, for the great door prize. It was so wonderful to see everyone. Love & Kisses to all, Sandy

Unfortunately another classmate has recently passed away.  Terje (Terry) Hausken passed away on January 18th.  His obituary appeared in the Star Tribune on January 21. Terry was a neighbor of mine.  Such a super nice guy.  Rest in Peace, Terry.

Just checking the Vets page, add my name to that. US Navy, 1969- 1973

would like to update my military service. US Army, 1966-1968

I am looking for any contact information for Dick Nelson and Doug Smith. Both have common sir names so internet searchs provide dozens and dozens of responces, even with filters like Minnesota and 74-76. Went to St Louis Park HS today to get, perhaps their middle name.  They would not even give me their initial. Year book does not include middle name or initial. I did find Lenny Oslund, and we had a nice talk a couple of days ago. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Herb Miller

Thanks everyone for making the 40th Reunion terrific. Looking forward to more good times!!

I know I am not the only one to return to this site in the year since our reunion. I find it hard to believe it has been one year! I will be back in Minn for the State Fair, at the Bison Booth, on Sunday and Monday(Sept.3 & 4) I am hoping to get to SLP for my traditional cheeseburger and beer at the Park Tavern(Thurs. 9/7) anyone care to join me?? I will be staying at my sister's in Pine City, come on up and see the buffalo roam. My cell number is 760-567-7823 if interested in giving me a call.

This morning (Sep 20) I received an email fromm Rollie. What a surprise (dated July 4)! Maybe I can make the 2010 reunion. Currently living in Michigan. Hi to all!

Hi Everyone!Well, I finally did it. I retired from the film entertainment industry. I spent fortyone fabulous years assebling, packaging and producting feature films, documentaries for the theaters as well as PBS, live concerts and a couple TV shows that lasted a nano-secong.I lived all over Los Angeles County from Beverly Hills, to Malibu, to Santa Monica and directly on Venice Beach.Venice Beach was the best! What a crazy cast of characters that were always passing by the front door and my yard at my house on Ocean Front Walk in Venice.If you are interested in what I actually did for those many years, go to IMDB.com . When you get to the home page at the top enter "Mark L Rosen" and click on "People" for the search engine.My name will come up. Click on it and it will give you a brief biography and overview of what I did over the 41 years.Have fun! Smile and laugh each day! Be well! Enjoy Life.... ONE DAY AT A TIME!!!!!Looking forward to the next get together.By the way, I forgot to mention that I am back in Minnesota living in Hopkins. My eMail address is MRosenTV@msn.com and my phone number is (612) 867-2560 if you want to get in touch with me.With fond memories of our Class of \'65. One of the best times in our lives!Mark.... aka  "Travelin\' Rose" by my film friends.

Our condolences to classmate Bruce Wallace for the loss of his wife Roseanne today.

Thank you for such a great website and all the great organization from the committee. Sorry, I will be unable to attend. My husband and I will be leaving for Italy the end of August. I still live in Vancouver, B. C. Please call and visit if in the area. I am enjoying life . I recently retired from health teaching. I thought my golf handicap would improve but more practice doesn't seem to help. Have a wonderful reunion.

Hi all, Some people can't come home, but some of us can't quite leave. After living in Denver twice and Florida, I returned and now live in the house across the street from where I grew up. SLP is still a great place to live. I've been looking through the year book to bone up for the reunion. The last several have been very fun so this 40th should be the best. See you then....

The reunion weekend got off to a nice start at the Park Tavern last night. Many thanks to Gary Anderson and Billy Jacobsen.

 Linda Christensen

Can't attaend .. 3 trips in 2 weeks.  

I didn't know I would be back at this site so soon.  It is with a sad heart that I report the passing of  my brother and our classmate, Jeff Nelson.  Jeffrey passed away this morning, on his 67th birthday.  He was living in Florida with his wife Carole. His children Megan and Ryan are still living in Minnesota.

I was able to locate a complete obituary for classmate and friend, Dave Chorzempa.  You can access it at Obittree.com.  He was a Marine, and served his country after his deployment ended proudly.  Thank you for your service to America, Dave.  Rest in Peace.

Our classmate, Becky Longabaugh passed away on Friday, September 13.  Her obituary appeared in the Sunday Star Tribune on September 15.

Sadly, fellow classmate, Sanford (Sandy) Proosow passed away on November 16th.  His obituary is in the Star Tribune today (November 17th).

Classmate Nathan Neff passed away on January 25th.   His obituary is in the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Hi Sparky ~  Classmate Nancy Lear passed away on March 29th.  Her obituary is in the Star Tribune this morning.  This is unfortunately an email notification I seem to be sending you more and more often.

Sadly, another classmate of ours has passed away.  Steve Burke passed away on April 16th.  His obituary is in today's Star Tribune.  Rest in Peace, "Mr. Hockey"!  

I am looking forward to seeing everyone in July at our 2022 reunion celebrating our 75/57 milestones. Thinking of being in Minneapolis during the Aquatennial brings back fond memories for me. After high school graduation and during my college summers a few years after that, I was a member of the Aquatennial "Roving Units", so many years ago. We entertained at many venues in Minnesota (not just Minneapolis) - at children's hospitals, senior care facilities, festivals, etc. spreading goodwill and fun. Now, I've kind of come full circle. Even though we are retired, for our business Community Involvement Project, my husband, Michael, and I now sponsor hired entertainment programs (where I emcee and interject a song or two) at senior care facilities to enhance the residents' musical enjoyment.

I am looking forward to attending the reunion. My most life changing event has been being in recovery from Parkinson's disease. I was dx'ed in 1993. For 10 yrs I refused to take the meds that have horrible side effects. Instead, I started having yin tui na treatments weekly in Oct 2003 and have progressively improved. In my journey I have learned a lot about meds and the medical system. I have learned about true healing from everyone at the PDrecovery team in Santa Cruz, CA and my local acupuncturist in IL. But I have learned the most from the people who have gone before me and are now fully recovered. Those people had no blueprint, no light at the end of the tunnel. I am so greatful to them.

The website is fantastic!! I look forward to the 65 bash...the Park Tavern is always nice and a good way to visit. Wish the del on Lake Street was still there...hmmm pastrami on rye, oh my.

Classmate Sandee Cohodes (Landa) passed away in Toronto on October 6th.  Her obituary is in the Star Tribune this morning.   

Hard to believe I first signed this "Guest Book" 6 months ago. I have had a great time coming back to this website and reading about all of you and of course the events associated with this reunion. I will be spending 2 weeks in Minn. with my sister and her husband in Pine City. They raise buffalo for a "hobby". If you get to the State Fair on Fri. Sept.2 or Sunday Sept. 4, look for me at the Bison Booth from 3-9pm. Or, if you would like to spend a day in the country watching the buffalo roam, just give me a call; cell # 760-567-7823. Once again, a big "thanks" to Rollie for this teriffic website! See you in a couple days.

It's really hard to believe that we graduated 40 years ago. The years have really flown by. I remember being told that as you get older the years go by faster. I never understood that and still don't, but it's true! It has been fun working on the reunion committee. We're all really looking forward to the reunion. It's only a month away, so if you haven't registered yet, now is the time. Rollie Troup is the chairperson and she's put in many hours to make sure this will be a big success. She has maintained this website which has been a huge job. I'm sure I'm one of the few classmates that can say that I've always lived in St. Louis Park. I'll bet there are not too many of us. I'm looking to seeing everyone on August 26.

Hi Everyone, Unfortunately, it turns out Bruce and I can't attend the reunion. Instead we'll be in Tokyo, Japan for meetings with All Nippon Airways. We'll miss the wonderful events that the committee has worked so hard to plan and miss all of the classmates who will be there. After years of returning from far away places like New York and Texas, we'll probably be known as the alums that are the farthest away from St. Louis Park that weekend. Our thank you to all who worked on the reunion committee. Our best regards to all, Bruce and Ann (Barnes) Smith

Yes I really do have all those last names.   I am thrilled to have memories from all of the times that are represented by them.  Papermaster brings up wonderful reminiscences of  Brookside, Humanities class, late nights studying,  domestic exchange, many friends that still are my best even though we live far apart and rarely communicate.   Looking forward to the 45th. 

Hello, everyone, although I haven\'t kept in touch with very many of you.  Great website.  Sad to learn that so many have passed already.  I will probably miss the reuinion because it would be like meeting new folks again.  High school is still kind of a blur for me.  I still live nearby.  Send me an email if you remember me.

 Hi classmates.Have a good time there all of you, especially listening to the 1960\'s music that I love so much, but I will not be attending the reunion even though my sister Marianne has moved back to Minnesota from Arizona and that gives me extra incentive to attend. It would be like meeting you all for the 1st time! I am so happy for all of us who have made it this far in life. If any of you come up to western Canada, you are most welcome to visit my art gallery in Canmore, Alberta.www.vahgallery.com

Hi Everyone!I can\'t wait for our Class of \'65 next reunion that is going to be held... aka "Birthday Bash 65" for those of us 65 years old and coincidently from the Class of 65!Well, I finally did it. I retired from the film entertainment industry. I spent 41 very lucky snd fabulous years assembling, packaging and producing feature films, documentaries for PBS and, live concerts and a couple TV shows that lasted a nano-second :-).If you are interested in a brief synopsis of what I did in the film industry for those 41 years here it is:I am so lucky, I am an Academy Award winning producer for a film that I produced called Who Are The DeBolts and Where Did They Get Nineteen Children. We won the Academy Award for Best Documentary in 1979.I began my film career in Los Angeles as a theatrical film buyer for Mann Theaters, overseeing the booking of films into literally the world\'s most famous theater Grauman\'s Chinese Theater.Through the years I was very lucky to have worked with some of the incredibly best personally and talented people in the film industry.From my first job at Mann Theaters, I then ventured into producing films and concerts working for many different film companies that included American International Pictures, Bryanston Films, Group One International, Cannon Films, Powerhouse Films and many others, where I was responsible for the worldwide production or distribution of our films with the companies I was working for that were located in Hollywood, CA, New York City, NY, London, England, Florence, Italy, Cannes, France and Tokyo, Japan.Because I traveled so much doing what I did, my film friends gave me a nickname known as "Travelin\' Rose".I got very lucky in 1997 and was the second person in film history worldwide to release a film on a new frontier called DVD, the new frontier for mass consumption as they called it.I was asked in an interview recently what I enjoyed the most during my 41 years in the entertainment industry. I said that I was extremely proud of The Wall That Heals that I produced in 1997.It is about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, our country\'s most treasured and actually the most visited monument in Washington, DC.The Wall That Heals tells the amazing story of how "The Wall" has helped to heal millions of Americans. I think I actually spent more time in hotels all around the world than in my various residences due to my film producing activities. I was always out and about doing what I did professionally.I once lived in Venice Beach, CA right on the beach called Ocean Front Walk. It was the best! What a crazy cast of characters that were always passing by my front door and yard at my house on Ocean Front Walk. I still to this day laugh about some of those characters I met.Have fun! Smile and laugh each day! Be well! Enjoy Life.... ONE DAY AT A TIME!!!!!Looking forward to our next get together.By the way, I forgot to mention that I am back in Minnesota living in Hopkins. My eMail address is MRosenTV@msn.com and my phone number is (612) 867-2560 if you ever want to get in touch with me.With fond memories of our Class of \'65. One of the best times in our lives!Mark.... aka "Travelin\' Rose"

talked to Randy resnick, who is going back to France Aug 15th and won't be able to make it to reunion. As Henry Morgan (no, not Harry Morgan) used to say on CBS radio: Hello Anybody. As Gomer (no, not Goober) used to say, all the best to you and yours.

Hello from Port Townsend, Washington! I won't be able to attend the Reunion but I do look forward to seeing the Memory Book. Have a great time and take lots of pictures! Barbara

I'd like to share my personal photos with anyone who went on the '63 class trip to Gettysburg & Washington and the '64 class trip to Philly & NYC. These slides were found recently altho a few didn't make it thru time and bad weather. The surviving slides have been scanned and digitized Contact me so I can burn a CD for you. Tom Holland E-mail: tholland@optonline.net -or- Telephone: 516.334.4941 home 516.659.2935 cell

Nice reunion.. Good job on the Website.  Hi to Linda Steele. I knew some of you and thought I would take a peek.  Going to my husband\'s class of \'65 reunion in Worthington tomorrow.  Cheers.Suzanne..\'65 Cake eater!!

Hi all,  Hard to believe that we are having our 50th high school reunion.  Remember when we couldn't trust anyone over 30 years old?  My life is busy and wonderful.  I just retired after working 37 years as a medical oncologist.  I loved my patients and being involved in all of the improvements in cancer care and treatment over my career.  But now it is time for a real vacation.  My four boys are all working and self-sufficient--2 in California and 2 in New York.  My husband, Mark Satz, and my 7 year-old granddaughter, Samantha, keep me active and moving with biking, kayaking, theater, and travel.  We live in Minneapolis near Lake Calhoun and have a lake home in Crosslake, MN.  Although I am saddened to learn of those no longer with us,  I am looking forward to our 50th Reunion event.  

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 won't be able to come as I have had the funerals of two of my brothers there this summer and it's a long trip from North Carolina, sorry to miss it.

Please add curtis hall to your veterans list army 2 years died of agent orange. thanks

What to do during a pandemic? Having Emberger Royals with Ronnie Weisman! Last Embers anywhere is in Fridley.

Sparky, just wanted to let you know that I was in the Army from 1967 to 1970. I was a combat medic in Viet Nam from 1968-69.

Hello classmates, I reside in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.  It is a quaint little drinking village with a fishing problem.  I look forward to attending the class reunion in 2021.  Recent news of my passing were highly exaggerated as I can assure you that I am still the radical little SOB of a libertarian activist here in South Carolina.  Politics is my raison d'etre and South Carolina is a target rich environment.  But I promise you that I will not talk politics at the convention.  As I have traveled throughout the world since I graduated from St. Louis Park, I quickly realized how lucky I was to go to a good high school that actually had a high quality educational program.  We are all blessed.  Oh ya, forgot to mention...I am a born again Christian.  Used to worry that I would be like an atheist at his own funeral; all dressed up and no place to go.

Well, it is State Fair time again.  After missing it last year I am looking forward to it.  I will be at the Bison booth on Thursday, Sept. 3 and Sunday, Sept. 6.  If you are going to be there come by and say "hi".  Planning to be at Bunny's in SLP on Saturday evening 8/29.  Looking forward to being in Minnesota for much needed relaxation!!

I am so looking forward to going to this reunion.  It has been fifteen years since I went to the last one. Now that I have retired from teaching I can do whatever I want when I want to do it.  I plan on looking through my old Echowan just to  try to refresh my memory.  I don\'t know if anyone will recognize  me as I have changed the color of my hair to blend in with the California sunlight.

 My husaband Rick and I have been married for 41 year.  We have 2 boys 38 and 35. Jesse is an investment banker and lives in NYC with his wife and 3 children.  Ethan is a lawyer and lives in MSP with his wife and 2 children. Needless to say our children have made us very happy and we are fortunate to visit our children often.  We have a place in Minneapolis and also have a home in Sea Pines which is in Hilton Head SC. Not only is it a playground for adults but it is a great place for family and friends.  Never having been athletic I have had fun playing tennis and even going to SC State Tennis Tournaments.Have a fun renunion..

Sadly, our classmate Steve Feldman passed away unexpectedly last week. His obituary was in Sunday's Star & Tribune, November 12, 2017. He is survived by his wife,  our classmate, Sue Berg, their children and grandchildren.

Classmate James Probst passed away on June 14th.  His obituary is in the June 18th Sunday Star Tribune.  Rest in Peace Jim.

Once again, i'm really looking forward to seeing everyone and sharing old times, very old times. i live in Denver and have for about 35 years now but visit my mother often (age 93) who lives in Minnetonka.

Here it is the morning after a GREAT party! I would just like to thank Rollie & all the hard working people on the reunion committee. It was really a delightful evening. I actually feel sorry for everybody that was not able to be there (and, for myself for not being there for the past 30 years!) This is only my second reunion, and it made merealize that I absolutely love this stage of my life. Isn't it wonderful to be able to just be ourselves? One of my favorite sayings is: "Until I was 20, I worried about what everybody thought of me. Until I was 40, I didn't care what anybody thought of me. But, when I reached 50, I realized people don't just sit around thinking about me!!!" It's really appropriate here, because I'm now able to appreciate everybody for who they really are, instead of all the pretense that we put ourselves through in our younger years! Sorry, I think I'm rambling (another thing I find myself doing these days!). Anyway, thanks for all the hard work. And, for the great door prize. It was so wonderful to see everyone. Love & Kisses to all, Sandy

Unfortunately another classmate has recently passed away.  Terje (Terry) Hausken passed away on January 18th.  His obituary appeared in the Star Tribune on January 21. Terry was a neighbor of mine.  Such a super nice guy.  Rest in Peace, Terry.

Just checking the Vets page, add my name to that. US Navy, 1969- 1973

would like to update my military service. US Army, 1966-1968

I am looking for any contact information for Dick Nelson and Doug Smith. Both have common sir names so internet searchs provide dozens and dozens of responces, even with filters like Minnesota and 74-76. Went to St Louis Park HS today to get, perhaps their middle name.  They would not even give me their initial. Year book does not include middle name or initial. I did find Lenny Oslund, and we had a nice talk a couple of days ago. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Herb Miller

Thanks everyone for making the 40th Reunion terrific. Looking forward to more good times!!

I know I am not the only one to return to this site in the year since our reunion. I find it hard to believe it has been one year! I will be back in Minn for the State Fair, at the Bison Booth, on Sunday and Monday(Sept.3 & 4) I am hoping to get to SLP for my traditional cheeseburger and beer at the Park Tavern(Thurs. 9/7) anyone care to join me?? I will be staying at my sister's in Pine City, come on up and see the buffalo roam. My cell number is 760-567-7823 if interested in giving me a call.

This morning (Sep 20) I received an email fromm Rollie. What a surprise (dated July 4)! Maybe I can make the 2010 reunion. Currently living in Michigan. Hi to all!

Hi Everyone!Well, I finally did it. I retired from the film entertainment industry. I spent fortyone fabulous years assebling, packaging and producting feature films, documentaries for the theaters as well as PBS, live concerts and a couple TV shows that lasted a nano-secong.I lived all over Los Angeles County from Beverly Hills, to Malibu, to Santa Monica and directly on Venice Beach.Venice Beach was the best! What a crazy cast of characters that were always passing by the front door and my yard at my house on Ocean Front Walk in Venice.If you are interested in what I actually did for those many years, go to IMDB.com . When you get to the home page at the top enter "Mark L Rosen" and click on "People" for the search engine.My name will come up. Click on it and it will give you a brief biography and overview of what I did over the 41 years.Have fun! Smile and laugh each day! Be well! Enjoy Life.... ONE DAY AT A TIME!!!!!Looking forward to the next get together.By the way, I forgot to mention that I am back in Minnesota living in Hopkins. My eMail address is MRosenTV@msn.com and my phone number is (612) 867-2560 if you want to get in touch with me.With fond memories of our Class of \'65. One of the best times in our lives!Mark.... aka  "Travelin\' Rose" by my film friends.

Our condolences to classmate Bruce Wallace for the loss of his wife Roseanne today.

Thank you for such a great website and all the great organization from the committee. Sorry, I will be unable to attend. My husband and I will be leaving for Italy the end of August. I still live in Vancouver, B. C. Please call and visit if in the area. I am enjoying life . I recently retired from health teaching. I thought my golf handicap would improve but more practice doesn't seem to help. Have a wonderful reunion.

Hi all, Some people can't come home, but some of us can't quite leave. After living in Denver twice and Florida, I returned and now live in the house across the street from where I grew up. SLP is still a great place to live. I've been looking through the year book to bone up for the reunion. The last several have been very fun so this 40th should be the best. See you then....

The reunion weekend got off to a nice start at the Park Tavern last night. Many thanks to Gary Anderson and Billy Jacobsen.

 Linda Christensen

Can't attaend .. 3 trips in 2 weeks.  

I didn't know I would be back at this site so soon.  It is with a sad heart that I report the passing of  my brother and our classmate, Jeff Nelson.  Jeffrey passed away this morning, on his 67th birthday.  He was living in Florida with his wife Carole. His children Megan and Ryan are still living in Minnesota.

I was able to locate a complete obituary for classmate and friend, Dave Chorzempa.  You can access it at Obittree.com.  He was a Marine, and served his country after his deployment ended proudly.  Thank you for your service to America, Dave.  Rest in Peace.

Our classmate, Becky Longabaugh passed away on Friday, September 13.  Her obituary appeared in the Sunday Star Tribune on September 15.

Sadly, fellow classmate, Sanford (Sandy) Proosow passed away on November 16th.  His obituary is in the Star Tribune today (November 17th).

Classmate Nathan Neff passed away on January 25th.   His obituary is in the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Hi Sparky ~  Classmate Nancy Lear passed away on March 29th.  Her obituary is in the Star Tribune this morning.  This is unfortunately an email notification I seem to be sending you more and more often.

Sadly, another classmate of ours has passed away.  Steve Burke passed away on April 16th.  His obituary is in today's Star Tribune.  Rest in Peace, "Mr. Hockey"!  

I am looking forward to seeing everyone in July at our 2022 reunion celebrating our 75/57 milestones. Thinking of being in Minneapolis during the Aquatennial brings back fond memories for me. After high school graduation and during my college summers a few years after that, I was a member of the Aquatennial "Roving Units", so many years ago. We entertained at many venues in Minnesota (not just Minneapolis) - at children's hospitals, senior care facilities, festivals, etc. spreading goodwill and fun. Now, I've kind of come full circle. Even though we are retired, for our business Community Involvement Project, my husband, Michael, and I now sponsor hired entertainment programs (where I emcee and interject a song or two) at senior care facilities to enhance the residents' musical enjoyment.

I am looking forward to attending the reunion. My most life changing event has been being in recovery from Parkinson's disease. I was dx'ed in 1993. For 10 yrs I refused to take the meds that have horrible side effects. Instead, I started having yin tui na treatments weekly in Oct 2003 and have progressively improved. In my journey I have learned a lot about meds and the medical system. I have learned about true healing from everyone at the PDrecovery team in Santa Cruz, CA and my local acupuncturist in IL. But I have learned the most from the people who have gone before me and are now fully recovered. Those people had no blueprint, no light at the end of the tunnel. I am so greatful to them.

The website is fantastic!! I look forward to the 65 bash...the Park Tavern is always nice and a good way to visit. Wish the del on Lake Street was still there...hmmm pastrami on rye, oh my.

Classmate Sandee Cohodes (Landa) passed away in Toronto on October 6th.  Her obituary is in the Star Tribune this morning.   

Hard to believe I first signed this "Guest Book" 6 months ago. I have had a great time coming back to this website and reading about all of you and of course the events associated with this reunion. I will be spending 2 weeks in Minn. with my sister and her husband in Pine City. They raise buffalo for a "hobby". If you get to the State Fair on Fri. Sept.2 or Sunday Sept. 4, look for me at the Bison Booth from 3-9pm. Or, if you would like to spend a day in the country watching the buffalo roam, just give me a call; cell # 760-567-7823. Once again, a big "thanks" to Rollie for this teriffic website! See you in a couple days.

It's really hard to believe that we graduated 40 years ago. The years have really flown by. I remember being told that as you get older the years go by faster. I never understood that and still don't, but it's true! It has been fun working on the reunion committee. We're all really looking forward to the reunion. It's only a month away, so if you haven't registered yet, now is the time. Rollie Troup is the chairperson and she's put in many hours to make sure this will be a big success. She has maintained this website which has been a huge job. I'm sure I'm one of the few classmates that can say that I've always lived in St. Louis Park. I'll bet there are not too many of us. I'm looking to seeing everyone on August 26.

Hi Everyone, Unfortunately, it turns out Bruce and I can't attend the reunion. Instead we'll be in Tokyo, Japan for meetings with All Nippon Airways. We'll miss the wonderful events that the committee has worked so hard to plan and miss all of the classmates who will be there. After years of returning from far away places like New York and Texas, we'll probably be known as the alums that are the farthest away from St. Louis Park that weekend. Our thank you to all who worked on the reunion committee. Our best regards to all, Bruce and Ann (Barnes) Smith

Yes I really do have all those last names.   I am thrilled to have memories from all of the times that are represented by them.  Papermaster brings up wonderful reminiscences of  Brookside, Humanities class, late nights studying,  domestic exchange, many friends that still are my best even though we live far apart and rarely communicate.   Looking forward to the 45th. 

Hello, everyone, although I haven\'t kept in touch with very many of you.  Great website.  Sad to learn that so many have passed already.  I will probably miss the reuinion because it would be like meeting new folks again.  High school is still kind of a blur for me.  I still live nearby.  Send me an email if you remember me.

 Hi classmates.Have a good time there all of you, especially listening to the 1960\'s music that I love so much, but I will not be attending the reunion even though my sister Marianne has moved back to Minnesota from Arizona and that gives me extra incentive to attend. It would be like meeting you all for the 1st time! I am so happy for all of us who have made it this far in life. If any of you come up to western Canada, you are most welcome to visit my art gallery in Canmore, Alberta.www.vahgallery.com

Hi Everyone!I can\'t wait for our Class of \'65 next reunion that is going to be held... aka "Birthday Bash 65" for those of us 65 years old and coincidently from the Class of 65!Well, I finally did it. I retired from the film entertainment industry. I spent 41 very lucky snd fabulous years assembling, packaging and producing feature films, documentaries for PBS and, live concerts and a couple TV shows that lasted a nano-second :-).If you are interested in a brief synopsis of what I did in the film industry for those 41 years here it is:I am so lucky, I am an Academy Award winning producer for a film that I produced called Who Are The DeBolts and Where Did They Get Nineteen Children. We won the Academy Award for Best Documentary in 1979.I began my film career in Los Angeles as a theatrical film buyer for Mann Theaters, overseeing the booking of films into literally the world\'s most famous theater Grauman\'s Chinese Theater.Through the years I was very lucky to have worked with some of the incredibly best personally and talented people in the film industry.From my first job at Mann Theaters, I then ventured into producing films and concerts working for many different film companies that included American International Pictures, Bryanston Films, Group One International, Cannon Films, Powerhouse Films and many others, where I was responsible for the worldwide production or distribution of our films with the companies I was working for that were located in Hollywood, CA, New York City, NY, London, England, Florence, Italy, Cannes, France and Tokyo, Japan.Because I traveled so much doing what I did, my film friends gave me a nickname known as "Travelin\' Rose".I got very lucky in 1997 and was the second person in film history worldwide to release a film on a new frontier called DVD, the new frontier for mass consumption as they called it.I was asked in an interview recently what I enjoyed the most during my 41 years in the entertainment industry. I said that I was extremely proud of The Wall That Heals that I produced in 1997.It is about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, our country\'s most treasured and actually the most visited monument in Washington, DC.The Wall That Heals tells the amazing story of how "The Wall" has helped to heal millions of Americans. I think I actually spent more time in hotels all around the world than in my various residences due to my film producing activities. I was always out and about doing what I did professionally.I once lived in Venice Beach, CA right on the beach called Ocean Front Walk. It was the best! What a crazy cast of characters that were always passing by my front door and yard at my house on Ocean Front Walk. I still to this day laugh about some of those characters I met.Have fun! Smile and laugh each day! Be well! Enjoy Life.... ONE DAY AT A TIME!!!!!Looking forward to our next get together.By the way, I forgot to mention that I am back in Minnesota living in Hopkins. My eMail address is MRosenTV@msn.com and my phone number is (612) 867-2560 if you ever want to get in touch with me.With fond memories of our Class of \'65. One of the best times in our lives!Mark.... aka "Travelin\' Rose"

talked to Randy resnick, who is going back to France Aug 15th and won't be able to make it to reunion. As Henry Morgan (no, not Harry Morgan) used to say on CBS radio: Hello Anybody. As Gomer (no, not Goober) used to say, all the best to you and yours.

Hello from Port Townsend, Washington! I won't be able to attend the Reunion but I do look forward to seeing the Memory Book. Have a great time and take lots of pictures! Barbara

I'd like to share my personal photos with anyone who went on the '63 class trip to Gettysburg & Washington and the '64 class trip to Philly & NYC. These slides were found recently altho a few didn't make it thru time and bad weather. The surviving slides have been scanned and digitized Contact me so I can burn a CD for you. Tom Holland E-mail: tholland@optonline.net -or- Telephone: 516.334.4941 home 516.659.2935 cell

Nice reunion.. Good job on the Website.  Hi to Linda Steele. I knew some of you and thought I would take a peek.  Going to my husband\'s class of \'65 reunion in Worthington tomorrow.  Cheers.Suzanne..\'65 Cake eater!!

Hi all,  Hard to believe that we are having our 50th high school reunion.  Remember when we couldn't trust anyone over 30 years old?  My life is busy and wonderful.  I just retired after working 37 years as a medical oncologist.  I loved my patients and being involved in all of the improvements in cancer care and treatment over my career.  But now it is time for a real vacation.  My four boys are all working and self-sufficient--2 in California and 2 in New York.  My husband, Mark Satz, and my 7 year-old granddaughter, Samantha, keep me active and moving with biking, kayaking, theater, and travel.  We live in Minneapolis near Lake Calhoun and have a lake home in Crosslake, MN.  Although I am saddened to learn of those no longer with us,  I am looking forward to our 50th Reunion event.