Our main page is in the theme of
Dave Bowden
(4-6-21)
Very happy to report that Dave is back home,
(out of the hospital)
where he is also under care there,
seeing several specialists.
He is loving being with Margie and little puppy "Coco', too!
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Bob (Champ) Leonardi -
(4-5-2021)
Bob sent a very nice letter to our class today -
He updated his phone number, and addresses.
Also listing his wife "Veronica's" phone # and e-mail address:
Bob and Veronica Leonardi
2800 North Palm Aire Drive, #207
Pompano Beach, Florida 33069
And in the Summertime:
27 White Bridge Road,
Auburn, New York 13021
Bob's e-mail address:
raleonardi@roadrunner.com
Bob's Cell phone #
Bob's cell phone - 315-729-5497
Veronica's e-mail address:
leonardiveronica7@gmail.com
Veronica's cell phone #
Veronica's cell phone #- 315-283-1379
WELCOME ABOARD!
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(4-4-21)
Photo sent by Sister Phyllis Tierney -
Rejoice in the Resurrection!
Photo taken at Highland Park yesterday! (4-3-21)
Happy Easter to you and your families!
Phyllis
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Very pretty - Thank you, Phyl --
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We have our page up now,
which has several pictures on it,
from our (very) "Mini"
and "Pandemic" get-together, in Florida.
Here is the link to it:
http://www.joanhigham.com/2021Mini/2021Mini.html
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| Dick Brown |
Our class has sent a donation to the |
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April 21st
Chink ! ( Bob Morgan )
robertmorgan1938@gmail.com
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April 21st
Pete O'Hara
gohara@nycap.rr.com
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May 8th
Esther (Jordan) Kirchheimer
strkir@yahoo.com
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May 11th
Lorna Sande
640 Myrtle Street,
Syracuse, NY
Lorna no longer has a computer.
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May 17th
Barb ( Ward ) Ryan
ryanbarbara65@gmail.com
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The Bowdens
(3-25-2021)
Another update, as of today:
Rather than mailing cards for Dave,
to the hospital in Tampa,
Marge feels it would be better
to have them mailed to their apartment, in Tampa.
4100 East Fletcher Ave.
Apt. 813
Tampa, Fl. 33613
ALSO -
Our Sunshine Committee,
has ordered Dave,
a yellow carnation bud vase
to be sent directly to Dave's room TODAY,
from the hospital gift shop.
Once again, our thanks to our wonderful
"Sunshine Committee"!
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The Bowdens
(3-25-21)
Marge called earlier this evening.
Dave was admitted to the hospital this afternoon.
Diagnosis is unknown at this time.
He has been weak for 3 days without improvement,
so they had him admitted for an MRI and other testing,
and requesting a neurologist to examine him to determine a diagnosis.
He is at:
St Joseph's Hospital
3001 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr..Blvd.
Tampa, Florida 33614
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PETE
(3-20-21)
Note to me, from Pete-
Joan - Let everyone know that I loved the cards and Emails! I am doing well, and feel much better. Life is getting back to normal (or close) but it will take a lot more time. The big thing is to take it easy, and let things come slowly. Thank you and everyone else. Peter |
(I am behind on my BB notes -)
Since the above note, the class sent a gift to him:
Pete acknowledged that he received it,
and appreciates it.
Keep getting better, Pete!
We all are thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery.
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This morning, I received a phone call
from Darlene and Bill Babcock -
They arrived back home safely, to Gaffney, South Carolina.
We were so happy that they were able to join us,
for the little get-together, a few days ago.
I am still working on our class page,
to get the photos up from our class get-together, on the 23rd.
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DICK BROWN Sadly, classmate Dick passed away, March 14th, 2021. He had been fighting many medical issues, He will be cremated, Our heartfelt sadness and prayers,
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Mrs. Judy Brown
Box 7
2908 Country Club Drive
Bowling Green, Fl. 33834
You can click on the thumbnails below, for a much larger view:
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#1 -- Dick and Bruce holding the banner for our class, on our 57th Class Reunion. #2 -- Dick, the fisherman #3 -- Our class, at the banquet in 2017 |
I remember Dick made us some GREAT yearbooks,
for our class of '57 - many years after we graduated.
They show the updated information,
of what many of us had been doing
since we graduated, along with our up-dated pictures.
He did it out of the goodness of his heart,
and never charged us a penny.
He did a great job on them.
I believe most of us kept them.
Joan
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Denny has written another interesting,
personalized article for the Auburn Citizen Newspaper.
You can read it there -(Click on "Lake Life") -
or here, below, on our class page:
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory2.html
(Jan. 2015 through most recent)
The article this month, (Apr.)
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory2.html
We also have the OLDER articles on our other History Page:
Weedsport History Page.
(August 2005 through Dec. 2014)
Denny's e-mail:
PETE -
(March 4th)
Pete says he is doing well,
and that he has a great family,
which he sees all the time.
Sounds to me, that he must have a huge pill box -
he is now taking 10 pills a day.
Keep up the good work, Pete -
We ALL wish you well - a speedy recovery back to good health.
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The Bowdens -
(March 12, 2021)
Dave has finally recovered from his Covid-19.
He still has other medical issues -
they appreciate your thoughts and prayers.
(Please keep them up)
They are still having computer trouble -
We all know what THAT is like!
But they are really enjoying their new apartment,
as well as their little puppy Coco.
Thinking of all 3 of you -
Joan
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March 10, 2021
Sue sent in some photos, from long, long ago.
You may click on the thumbnails below, to view larger photos:
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1. Lorna, Diane and Connie at one of our reunions, at Sue's house. 2. Sue as a little girl, in a school photo taken in Kindergarden on her first day of school. My aunt bought the pale pink dress from Macy's in new york city 3. School stage set 1991 by Sue. |
Below are some songs, which Sue remembers our singing,
on the school bus, adding to the songs
which we have already collected, previously:
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1. On Top of Old Smokey 2. Sixteen Tons 3. Sweet Violets 4. Down in the Valley 5. John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt
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Gary Kenyon's sister Beverly, passed away on March 10th.
You can read her obituary at the link below:
https://www.whitechapelfh.com/obituary/Beverly-Hunter
The obituary link shows Gary's address to be in Auburn.
Do any of you know Gary's address,
e-mail address or phone number?
If so, please let us know. We would like to contact him.
Thank you
Joan
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Pete-
(3-2-2021)
Note from Pete:
Well it finally happened.
I just got out of the Hospital from a Heart Attack.
It took a little longer than normal, because of some complications
but now I seem to be recovering OK
I am home which is so much better than any Hospital.
The COVID restrictions are unbelievable.
Peter
Pete, we are so sorry to hear that you were in the hospital,
and have had a heart attack.
We all are sure glad to hear that you are back home, now,
and feeling better.
We send you our thoughts, prayers,
and best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.
Pete's mailing address:
Mr. Peter O'Hara
1609 Washington Ave.
Rensselaer NY 12144
And his e-mail address:
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REMEMBER --
Back when we used to say:
"A picture is worth a thousand words"?
Well - things may have changed.
With this new program,
you can change your still, old snapshot photos,
into a moving photo!
Honestly - it is really just like magic!
https://www.myheritage.com/deep-nostalgia
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Barb. Ryan -
(2-22-21)
Has a new email address:
I hope you will change her e-mail address
in your address books.
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Esther wrote -
(2-20-21)
Nothing really new,
but she wanted me to say "Hi"
to everybody,
from her.
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They're baaaaack!
Ron AND Dooley -- As it SHOULD be! 
Here is Ron's e-mail:
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Dave and Marge's new puppy, "Coco"
Coco with toys -
The toy she is playing with,
is one of her doggie toys, sent from our class,
by our Sunshine Club, to Dave and Marge,
for Dave's "homecoming".
You may click on the thumbnail below,
for a larger view:
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Denny has written another interesting,
personalized article for the Auburn Citizen Newspaper.
You can read it there -(Click on "Lake Life") -
or here, below, on our class page:
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory2.html
(Jan. 2015 through most recent)
The article this month, (Mar.)
Denny would like for you to listen to this music:
(Click on LINK below, OR the music notes:)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC7obNtXLYU
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory2.html
We also have the OLDER articles on our other History Page:
Weedsport History Page.
(August 2005 through Dec. 2014)
Denny's e-mail:
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On February 22nd, our country honored 500,000 Americans,
who died, due to Covid 19.
It was a beautiful ceremony, held at the White House.
Thumbnails below, show the White House candlelight ceremony,
honoring the 500,000 Americans who died in the pandemic.
You may click on the thumbnails below,
to view larger sized photos:
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Dave and Marge
(Feb. 12th)
Happy to report that both Dave and Marge
are in their new (assisted living) apartment now.
4100 East Fletcher Ave.
Apt. 813
Tampa, Fl. 33613
And - they have a new "companion" -
a Pug puppy named "Coco".
(click thumbnail below for larger view) .
But, particularly since Dave recently had Covid-19,
he still has a tough row to hoe.
They have a nurse come in daily for assistance.
They both request and appreciate, your continued prayers,
for which they do thank you very much.
We ALL have you in our thoughts and prayers, Dave.
We hope you feel better very soon.
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DAVE BOWDEN
(1-26-2021)
Dave and Marge have a new address:
4100 East Fletcher Ave.
Apt. 813
Tampa, Fl. 33613
This is an assisted living home -
Marge says it is very nice.
It is a Lutheran Home,
and used to be, John Knox Village
For now, Marge is in the apartment,
and Dave is in the rehab. building,
which is right next to their apartment.
Dave is still having a hard time - falling a lot.
This started back in October.
So far, the doctors have not been able to come up with a diagnosis.
Unfortunately, Marge is unable to visit Dave at this time,
since Dave has contracted Covid-19.
We ALL hope and pray that Dave will get healthier very soon -
And in the meantime - they sure could stand some
thoughts, prayers and cards.
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https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2020/health/coronavirus-us-maps-and-cases/
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You can click on the thumbnails below,
to see much larger views:
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| To sign Barbara's guestbook, click on link below: |
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/auburnpub/name/barbara-martino-obituary?pid=197525588
We are all so saddened - and shocked, really,
to have learned that our beloved Barb. has passed away.
We have classmates who are trying to get the addresses
of her children, so we may send them condolences, also.
If anyone knows their addresses, please let us know.
Alicia is trying to find them now. So please let her know.
Thank you.
Also - if anyone has pictures of Barb.,
that they are willing to share, please let me know,
and I will put them up on our Bulletin Board, here.
The photo below is from our 57th anniversary Weedsport Reunion.
http://www.joanhigham.com/57ThReunionWCS/57ThReunionWCS.html
You can click on the photo above,
and see a much larger view.
Barb. Melvin Martino, is in the first row,
and from the left side, the third one.
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You can click on the 2 thumbnails above,
to see a much larger view.
First photo shows Barb. M with Joan Cheeseman,
and the second photo shows Phyl. D., Joan S., Barb. M., and Phyllis T.
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Pete sent the photos to us, from his yearbook. Gee, he sure is GOOD scanning photos - Good goin', and many thanks, Pete! |
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(You may click on the thumbnails below,
to view a much larger size photo.)
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Barbara Melvin Martino-
Our thanks to Denny Randall,
for alerting us originally,
of the passing of Barbara M. Martino, information.
And shortly after that,
thank you Barb. Welch and Phyllis Tierney
for additional information.
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Our Class Obituary Page:
http://www.joanhigham.com/Obituaries/Obituaries.html
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We have received information that
Stan Weller
Would love to hear from us --
He welcomes you to write to him:
Stan Weller
po box 54
Walworth, NY 14568.
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Judy Kappesser Smith
Would l
ve to hear from us --
She no longer has a computer
But - here is her address, and phone #
Judy Kappesser Smith
5215 village row
San Antonio Texas
Tele. 210-655-2039.
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Sister Phyllis
(1-7-2021)
My good new is the cast is off and I have a brace !
The bad news is I have 6 more weeks before I go back!
The good news is I was able to drive to work today!
Good, Phyl -
You are making progress!
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| Jacqueline Diane Martino |
https://www.chechefuneralhome.com/obituary/Jacqueline-Martino
Jacqueline Diane Martino Barb. Melvin Martino's daughter -
I just got information from Barb. Welch, MOVING OUT TODAY. (1-7-2021) So - best to hold the cards, until we can get her new address - they hope in a few days. It has to be ultra-sad to lose a child. We all send our sympathy and prayers,
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Dave Bowden
(12-25-2020)
A few days ago, Dave passed out 2ce, in the same day,
and fell down, both times.
He has been admitted to a hospital in Tampa
to determine the cause, by a neurologist
and I assume other specialists.
Prayers and good wishes would be appreciated.
Thinking of you,
and wishing you well soon, Dave.
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Hi, Class ---
Below is our class page for the listing of our addresses:
http://joanhigham.com/WebClass57/PrinterFriendlyVersion.html
Please take a minute to see if YOUR address is up to date.
It sure would help us a lot -
Thank you for those who do that.
Please send your updated address to ME:
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https://www.whitechapelfh.com/obituary/Carole-Salisbury
MAILING ADDRESS:
| Dennis Salisbury 10480 Short Cut Rd Weedsport, NY 13166 |
| Our thoughts and prayers go out to Denny and his family. |
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The weather outside was frightful
(12-17-2020)
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Pete sent us some pictures to prove it!
Rensselaer NY-
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In Pete's area, they reported 23 inches of snow in 18 hours.
That averages out to an inch and a quarter per hour.
(Try to keep ahead of THAT, when shoveling!)
Below, is what Pete wrote:
The big thing about this snow in that it all happened in one day. 1) Business Across the Street - 2) Our Parking Area - 3) Snow From Roof in Piles - The snow from the rest of the roof slide off over time. We have had snow like this before, but not in 18 hours. Peter |
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Thanks for your contribution, Pete!
If any other classmate has pictures of the snow,
we would love to see them!
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Phyllis Abrams brought up the idea,
that she was recalling a few songs,
which our class used to sing on the bus rides,
which were often sung, while going to a game.
She was wondering if any of you remember any of them also?
Below, is one she remembers only partially,
and here are the words which are to her memory so far:
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| Let me call you sweet-heart, I'm in love with your auto-mo-bile. Let me hear you whis-per, That, you'll buy the gas-o-line. Keep those head-lights burning, And your hands upon the wheel. Let me call you sweet-heart, I'm in love, with your auto-mo-bile. |
Thanks for your contribution, Phyl!
Here is one song I remember:
Kookaburra sits on the old gum tree,
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Can anybody think of other songs we used to sing? 
If so - we would love to hear from you - 
Barb. Welch added the names of a few tunes she remembers:
"You Are My Sunshine",
And
"99 Bottles of beer on the wall" -
Oh, yes - Bet most of us remember those, too, Barb. - Thanks!
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However -Actually,I'm not sure.
Lorna and Carl Sande
(12-05-2020)
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| Lorna Jones Sande and Carl (her husband) were very much surprised when they received a gift certificate to a local restaurant from the Sunshine Committee. Lorna has undergone some surgery and physical therapy and is having a problem with her memory. She and Carl moved to Syracuse about a year and a half ago. They live in the mother-in-law apartment that is attached to her brother and sister-in-law, Dan and Pat's house. It works out really well for them as Carl, Dan and Pat keep a pretty good eye on Lorna. She is strong and maintains her great sense of humor. Lorna and Carl are both looking forward to using the gift certificate and they thank the class for their thoughtfulness. |
We send our best wishes to Lorna and Carl, Also our thank you to our great "Sunshine Committee" |
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It was brought to my attention,
that the address for Lorna and Carl
was not up to date on our class pages.
I updated to the newest address today on our class pages,
and here it is as of now:
Lorna and Carl Sande
640 Myrtle Street,
Syracuse, New York 13204
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Shhhhh -
Don't tell Phyllis T. that I "toldja" -
But she fractured her right wrist,
while raking up leaves.
Sure hope you feel better and heal fast, Phyl.
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Pete -
(11-21-2020)
Pete was thinking about our class,
and remembering our class,
as the classmates who actually started in Weedsport,
and stayed all the way through, graduating in 1957.
He took a great photo from our '57 yearbook,
which you can see below.
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You can click on the link below,
to see the number of Coronavirus cases
in most any county in the USA, on the up to date day:
(Just point your mouse over the county you wish to see)
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2020/health/coronavirus-us-maps-and-cases/
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We had this photo on the BB a short while ago.
We THINK we may have filled in some of the mystery kids.
You may click on the thumbnails below, to view a larger size:
We THINK we may have identified Joan Wethey,
and Gerry Goodrich:
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Can anyone else help us to identify others?
Or can anyone correct the names which may be in error?
We would love to hear from you, if so - thanks!
Joan
Row 1 - Judy Williams, Danny Jeffers, Carol Wiegand, Ann Marie Ryan, Ruth Emerson & Joan Spier Row 2 - Mrs. Robinson and Dave Bowden Row 3 – Philip McKnabb, Dwain Penird, Chuck Goodsell, Joe Nevidomsky, Ed Maitland (Weasel), and Jimmy Totman Row 4 - Gary Kenyon? Phyllis Tierney, Marcella Jerolemon and Barb. Tallman Row 5 – Esther Stebbins, Evelyn Wandall and Diane Wolford |
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Janet Hughes LaGas:
(11-5-2020)
Janet sent us the photo below, to be shared with our class.
You may click on the thumbnail below, to view a larger size:
Row 1 - Judy Williams, Danny Jeffers, Carol Wiegand, Ann Marie Ryan, Ruth Emerson & Joan Spier Row 2 - Mrs. Robinson and Dave Bowden Row 3 – Philip McKnabb, Dwain Penird, Chuck Goodsell, Joe Nevidomsky, Ed Maitland (Weasel), and Jimmy Totman Row 4 - Gary Kenyon? Phyllis Tierney, Marcella Jerolemon and Barb. Tallman Row 5 – Esther Stebbins, Evelyn Wandall and Diane Wolford |
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Thank you for your superior assistance on the names, Judy!
Can anyone else help us to identify others?
Or can anyone correct the names which may be in error?
We would love to hear from you, if so - thanks!
Joan
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(You may click on the photos below, to view larger sizes.)
The first photo is very blurry.
First photo shows Joan Spier and Ruth Emerson.
Second photo shows the very beloved Mrs. Robinson.
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Thank you, Janet!
Janet Hughes LaGas
Box 25
Reed Drive
South Butler, NY 13154
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Carol Rhoades
(10-26-2020)
Judy Lofft chatted with her on the phone,
the other day, and Carol said she would
love to hear from our class.
Her phone # is 913-961-7715.
She also uses "Messenger" on Facebook.
She is doing quite well,
and is happy living with her kitty-cat.
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BE ON ALERT!!
You could possibly receive a scam e-mail
which would look like a note from a classmate,
or even some other person.
The wording would look something like this:
Don't respond to it. This is a scam.
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You can click on the Sunshine Icon above,
to go to our "Sunshine Page"
Our Sunshine Club has sent a card,
and an engraved tote bag to Phyllis,
in congratulations for her 60th Jubilee celebration.
The engraved tote bag arrived early and Phyllis was pleased.
It says her name and wishing her blessings on her 60th Jubilee
with a cross and floral design.
It’s engraved on both sides of the bag.
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It is sad, disappointing and even disgusting,
to see ANY house become so deteriorated.
Joan
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NOTE FROM DICK BROWN:
(JULY 28, 2020)
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I am doing well - feel good, but they will not let me lift any more then the weight of a gallon of milk. My oncologist and my surgeon decided that I need to have chemo therapy. I started last week and will have 4 cycles. I will also get neulasta starting Thursday. I am also going on a drug to help my bone marrow produce more platelets. So far I have had only one bad day (knock on wood). When you have both cancer and anemia it sucks. If my platelets get too low they will stop the chemo. I want to get this over with and get on with life. I am sure every cancer patient feels the same way. We have a couple of people in this park that are a heck of a lot worse shape then I am. |
We are so glad the operation is over with,
and you are feeling well.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you
for you to have good results, and success
with the treatments you are receiving.
Hang in there, - we are pulling for you!
Joan
Dick's address:
Box 7,
2908 Country Club Dr.,
Bowling Green, FL. 33834
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oWe have a page up now, for our recent ZOOM reunion # 63
http://www.joanhigham.com/63rdReunion/63rdReunion.html
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With the COVID19 -
Here are some words, that may help us to understand
the terminology they use, when explaining it:
Use RESPIRATOR for the Protective masks health Professionals wear. “EPIDEMIC" vs. “PANDEMIC": What Do These Terms Mean? An EPIDEMIC disease is one “affecting many persons at the same time, Compared to an epidemic disease, What Is The Difference Between “QUARANTINE” and “ISOLATION"? In general, a "QUARANTINE" is “a strict isolation imposed to prevent the spread of disease.” The takeaway: In general, "ISOLATION"is when someone or something is set apart The takeaway:
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Carol Rhoades
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Note from Judy L.:
Had a nice chat with Carol yesterday.
(She said it was OK to put this on BB )
She is now living in an assisted living facility
in a very nice apt. & says she likes it.
..always something going on.
She had heart problems a few months ago & now has a pacemaker.
She is feeling much better than she was.
I know she would love to hear from classmates.
I don't think she has e-mail but does have F.B.Messenger.
Or, of course, snail mail !
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Ron Berry:
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Ron Berry's most recent address:
Ron says:
I am doing ok...I have a 4 wheel scooter I get around on.
Dooley likes to ride rather than run alongside ...
later - Ron
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I finally have the page completed,
to view the photos from our 62nd reunion:
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Gaffney,S.C. 29341
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GRAYSON COTTAGE closed.
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In our "Weedsport Alumni Association" phamphlet this year,
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April 6, 2019
Newspapers, in today's world:
Printed newspapers are all on hard times, and just yesterday, (4-5-19),
the Citizen announced that it will no longer be printing their own paper daily.
They are going to have it printed in Canandaigua and truck it to Auburn, daily.
There is no longer a Pennysaver, or Inport type paper locally.
(Per Denny R. - thanks, Denny)
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Note from Sue:
(Nov. 16, 2018)
I am sharing a harvest of iPad art that I was able to publish into cards.
( I'm gathering up stones), and I am still trying to fulfill my yearbook of '57 dream,
of becoming a grandma Moses... (at least the age is right).
I am so excited to be selling my art as stationery cards
in gift shops in Skaneatles and other locations,
and also selling them privately to friends and others,
after iPad presentations to different groups.
Art does not exist until it is shared with others to be enjoyed.
Art is that kind of gift that I treasure in my life.
Sue
(You may click on the thumbnails below, for larger views of the samples.)
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#1 - Autumn Lake Vista #2 - Blue Bowl of Cherries #3 - Erie Canal Reflections #4 - Folk Apple Orchard #5 - Moonlit Apple Orchard #6 - Moonlit Pond Apple Orchard #7 - Morning Electric #8 - New Day Dawning #9 - Onondaga Lake Sunset #10 - Peaches and Plant #11 - Pitcher and Cherries #12 - Seneca Lakeside Tree-scape #13 - Smooth Sailing #14 - Spring Springing |
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I would like to mention, that each computer picks up colors slightly varied -
Also - the paper used for the cards is exceptionally nice.
Very sturdy, and professional.
If anyone is interested in purchasing any of Sue's cards,
she is asking $2.00 for a single card each, and envelope,
and $10.00 for a package of 6 cards of the same picture, with envelopes.
Please contact Sue:
Ms. Sue Guszcza
4 Channing Lane
Camillus, N.Y. 13031
Phone # 315-299-7475
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Denny R. says --
According to the property transfers listed in the paper,
Judy (Kappesser) Smith has sold her Weedsport residence.
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6-26-18
Quote from Denny:
"Please include in your next bulletin,
my gratitude to all of my classmates of a lifetime,
for all they did to honor me so.
I still can't believe it.
dr"
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6-25-18
Quote from Phyllis:
"Many thanks to all for the great honor and wonderful event!"
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Below is the link to click on
to see a summary of our reunion,
of what there is so far ----
http://www.joanhigham.com/61stReunion/61stReunion.html
Our class, B/W/O our Sunshine Club,
made 2 donations -
One each, to the favorite charities for
Sister Phylllis, and Denny Randall.
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This photo was in the Weedsport Alumni Assn. pamphlet,
and photo was taken at the banquet, last year: (2017)
Our green class shirts-
Here we are wearing them back in 2014
To see the information for our reunion this year, go to this link:
http://www.joanhigham.com/61stReunion/61stReunion.html
http://www.joanhigham.com/61stReunion/61stReunion.html
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Our Directory 3 page --
http://www.joanhigham.com/Directory3/Directory3.html
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This year, as we have mentioned,
we plan to have a small "Box of Memories" -
which we plan to bring to each reunion, in Weedsport,
for several more years.
If you are willing to share any COPIES of photos which you have,
of schoolmates etc., or little buttons
or anything (small) pertaining to our class,
we sure would appreciate your contributions to it!
Thanks!!
Click on Memory box above, to see the inside.
(Then use your back key, to get back to the BB)
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It was 11 years ago, we had our 50th Reunion -
Do you remember that??
Here are SOME photos from that reunion -
You can see more photos from that reunion if you wish,
by clicking on our link:
http://www.joanhigham.com/50thphotos/50thphotos.html
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Our new Directory page -
Lists Bulletin Board, Sunshine Page, Class Obituaries,
Addresses, Weedsport History, Reunions, etc. :
http://www.joanhigham.com/Directory3/Directory3.html
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Remember this?
These are some of the classmates standing in front of Sue's house,
where Sue, Connie, Lorna & Marcella hosted a most superb party !
( This great photo was submitted by Denny Salisbury - THANKS, DENNY ! )
Wish he could have been in the picture, though.
That sure was a wonderful (reunion) party!!
Thanks to Sue, Connie, Lorna and Marcie!
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Of course, Sue has moved out of that house,
and now lives in Camillus.
Recently there was an article written in the Auburn Newspaper,
and this is what the house looks like now:
This has been sold again. 2019
Grayson's Cottage is a specialty store, selling handmade unique and antique gifts in Weedsport.
You can read the story which is in the Auburn Newspaper, at this link:
Grayson Cottage also has a website:
http://www.graysoncottage.com/
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We have added a new page to our class pages -
It is a page showing the listing of the Class of '57 members, who have passed away.
If you would like to view the new page, here is the link to it:
http://www.joanhigham.com/Obituaries/Obituaries.html
Connie made the suggestion to me, and I thought it was a great idea!
Thanks for the idea Connie!
PS - If anyone can help to fill in with the missing photos,
or information of dates etc., it would be appreciated -
Thanks!
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Denny R. says the "Inport Newspaper",
is no longer in circulation.
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Finally!
And at long last -
I am starting a NEW "Directory3" page for us -
The old one still has the links on it,
which DO work, and are up to date, (the links),
however, I have not been able to change a thing
on the old actual Directory page for several years now.
I don't know why the new information will not upload to the net.
So I finally had to give up trying to do that,
and just start from scratch with a brand new "Directory3" Page.
It will take me a long time to complete it.
But I do think it will be worth while.
The NEW "DIRECTORY3" page:
http://www.joanhigham.com/Directory3/Directory3.html
The "OLD DIRECTORY" page:
http://www.joanhigham.com/wcs57directory/wcs57directory.html
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59th reunion page:
http://www.joanhigham.com/59ThReunion/59ThReunion.html
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Again -
Thank you to our wonderful Sunshine Committee,
who are always on the ball, sending cards
best wishes, and gifts to our "Family of '57"
We ALL appreciate it!
Click on the icon below to visit our "Sunshine Funds" page:
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The Welches -
(Nov. 30th, 2015)
Below is a brief article that our son Craig wrote.
He is in Paris as a reporter for the talks on Global Warming.
The article is in the "National Geographic" magazine.
Please click on the PDF link below:
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This article on the PDF form is several pages long - please remember to scroll down to all pages.
Below, is the link to the page in the National Geographic magazine:
VERY good article, Barb 'N Bob - many thanks for the contribution! :-)
Barb. --
Bob --
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Our class of '57 "Brick" -
(Aug. 6th, 2015)
A note from Cheryl Austin, who is the "Director" of the Weedsport Library:
"Hi Joan and Denny,
I'm pleased to tell you our landscape architect came last week,
and installed the brick order.
The area is still a little sandy from the installation,
we will get all of the sand cleared off if rain doesn't take care of it.
I'm attaching a photo of the brick and a photo of the area as a whole.
Thanks again for participating in the brick garden project.
What a lovely and lasting tribute to your class of a lifetime!
Regards,
Cheryl Austin"
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I think it looks verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry nice!
Thank you to Cheryl Austin, Director of the Weedsport Library,
and to all others who helped to make this "beautiful memory" happen!
Mike Randall
(Denny's Son)
(April 23rd, 2015)
Mike has written a very impressive article.
He has a HUGE collection of toy trucks,
of all shapes, sizes and ages.
I can assure you, that you have never seen such a collection
of this size.
Great article and great photos!
He started to collect them since he was a little kid.
You can read his story on our link below.
http://joanhigham.com/ToyTrucker/ToyTrucker.html
This link will open up a new window -
but the link is within our class site.
Great job, Mike!
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"Again - he is featured in the same magazine:
(Christmas issue 2017)
http://toytrucker.epubs.forumprinting.com/publication/?i=453427#"{\"issue_id\":453427,\"page\":0"
(Click thumbnail below for larger view)
http://www.toytrucker.com/features/great-toys-during-hard-times
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The WCS School has an absolutely wonderful website:
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http://www.joanhigham.com/57ThReunionWCS/57ThReunionWCS.html
The 57th reunion is over -
I think/hope everybody had a good time! :~)
I just received the first photo of our class group -
This photo was taken by Jack Ashby's wife Joan -
Thank you Joan -
And mailed to me by Denny R.
Thank you Denny!
You should be able to click on the thumbnail below,
and see a much larger view or our group:
Front row: Lorna, Judy S., Barb. M, , Marci, Sister Phyllis, Joan H., and Judy L. Back row: Dave K., Gordie, Pete, Alicia, Connie, Ron Berry, Jack Ashby, John Bankert, Sue, Denny S., Denny R., Joni J., Dan J., Janie, Barb. R., Bill B., and Burt W. Holdilng up the sign, which reads: "The Class of '57, is a Class of a Lifetime - Our 57th Reunion", are Dick Brown and Bruce Christopher. |
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Our "57th Class Reunion" Page
http://www.joanhigham.com/57ThReunionWCS/57ThReunionWCS.html
Denny R.
Has written an article for the Auburn Citizen Newspaper,
Which is about our 57th class reunion.
This article is printed in the Auburn
Citizen Newspaper,
However, if you do not have access to the newspaper,
you may click the link below and read it on our class site
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory.html
You can also see the article in the newspaper,
by clicking on the link below:
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We miss our beloved classmate very much.
Our tribute page for Haji:
http://www.joanhigham.com/Haji/Haji.html
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The Welches -
Bob 'n Barb's son, Craig Welch,
has written a very interesting article,
"Seachange",
In the Seattle Times, which is on-line, at the link below:
http://apps.seattletimes.com/reports/sea-change/2013/sep/11/pacific-ocean-perilous-turn-overview/
The link above, contains MANY beautiful photos.
Pacific Ocean takes perilous turn --
Ocean acidification threatens to scramble marine life on a scale almost too big to fathom.
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Many of you will remember one of Craig's previous books:
http://www.craig-welch.com/Craig_Welch.html
Craig is a very talented and informative writer, indeed!
Class -
(9-6-13)
We now have a page on our class site in memory of Haji.
http://www.joanhigham.com/Haji/Haji.html
Sunshine Committee -
We thank our great hard-working Sunshine
Committe,
for all the cards and gifts they send out from our class,
at each appropriate event.
We sure don't want to forget them -
and we thank them for all they do.
You can view the page which lists the
people who have been sent the cards and gifts,
as well as the dates, and also the current balance of that fund.
http://www.joanhigham.com/SunshineFund/SunshineFund.html
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Bob Leonardi
has written an article in the Auburn Newspaper -
"In Cooking, Practice Does Make Perfect."
He includes 2 recipes:
Potato with Oregano
Sauteed Steak
You can click on the link below to read it on-line,
(Jan. 2, 2013)
or go to our "Leonardi" page on our class site:
http://joanhigham.com/Leonardi/Leonardi.html
This is a book created completely by Sue -
All of the poetry, and artwork were composed and originated by Sue.
I feel this book is particularly interesting to folks to have lived, (or do live),
in the town of Weedsport, since so many of the artworks portray Weedsport,
as do the little poems accompanying each painting.
This is a clean-cut book, you can read to your grandchildren;
Or if they are old enough to read, they will enjoy reading it themselves.
A great gift idea for many occasions:
Children in a hospital, Sunday School, Weedsport elementary School,
dog lovers, (particularly Min-Pins), - since the book is based around
a dog named "Lilli", and her best friend "Willy" who is a clown.
They share many happy experiences together, through the different seasons, and holidays.
Each page you turn, will have a poem on the left side, and the corresponding artwork on the right side.
Easy reading - I would say quite large print.
You can read more about the book at the link above -
Great job, Sue!! 
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Has writtern many articles for the Auburn Newspaper -
He reviews some old newspaper information, which was printed in some of the old "Cayuga Chiefs", of the 40's and 50's
You can also read his article on our class page: "Weedsport History"
Jan. 9th, 2012
Bob Leonardi -
Champ wrote an article in the Auburn Newspaper -
"Today's smelts are fresher, easier to prepare"
If you don't receive the Auburn Newspaper,
you can read his article on our class page, if you click the link below:
http://joanhigham.com/Leonardi/Leonardi.html
Bob Leonardi -
November 2011
Champ wrote an article in the Auburn Newspaper -
"Green Shutters: Year-round destination",
which includes recipes for
"Corn Salsa",
&
"Texas Hot Sauce"
Ordinarily, I post his write-up/stories also,
however this month, that particular article was so large,
that I have only posted the 2 recipes,
which you can view and print out (taken from his articles from Lake View Page)
on our class page, at the below link:
http://joanhigham.com/Leonardi/Leonardi.html
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Scholarship Fund --
$4057.57
Note from the Prez.:
(Nov. 29, 2007)
I am pleased to report that today
I have turned over to the WCS Alumni Association
the sum of $4057.57 in the name of the class of ' 57.
Whadda Class!!
Thanks to all who participated in the project
and especially to Alicia
who handled the fund raising
in the face of some very trying personal times.
The Alumni Association typically gives
5 scholarships yearly totaling $2500.00 ,
so you can easily see how big an impact
a donation of this size helps the program.
By the way, this is the second largest donation
ever received by the association
and by far the largest ever given by a class.
Thanks again to all.
dr
(click on graph above for more info.)
http://www.joanhigham.com/Scholarship/Scholarship.html
Here are a few other Weedsport websites
you may enjoy looking at:
Classmates -
YOUR TELEPHONE #
may be listed on our class name and address page.
If you do NOT want it there,
please contact me and I will be glad to remove it.
We now have a "Printer Friendly" version,
of our classmate name and address page:
http://joanhigham.com/WebClass57/PrinterFriendlyVersion.html
Also, of course, we still have the e-mail page,
which you can print out easily:
http://joanhigham.com/email/email.html
Denny Randall's book:
Excellent reading -
Perfect gift for people who have worked in the fire departments.
Denny R:
( July 19, 2004 )
You can purchase this beautiful, and full of magnificent photos book,
by clicking on the FASNY website.
http://www.fasnyfiremuseum.com/coffeetablebook.php
Denny R.
Also writes a monthly column
in the Auburn Citizen Newspaper
about the history of Weedsport.
We will be posting his monthly articles for you to read
at this location
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory.html
Also -
http://joanhigham.com/WeedsportHistory/WeedsportHistory2.html
Now on our Bulletin Board --
Please scroll down to the VERY BOTTOM of the bulletin board,
and you will see 4 web pages which list
the most recent viruses, virus hoaxes, e-mail rumors etc.,
as well as the "old" ones.
These pages are listed on our Class Directory Site, also.
http://www.joanhigham.com/Directory3/Directory3.html
Weedsport School Web Page:
E-mail chain letters, offers, sympathy donations etc.