Wilson Class of '66 50th Reunion!: In Memory of Highlights

To the Class of 1966:

Since we began planning for the upcoming "50th", every effort has been made to find every classmate possible. Inevitably, as this search went on, the In Memoriam list from the 40th became longer. What we have hoped to do is to "put faces" with the names, and we have gathered information from friends and loved ones wherever possible. In this way, we hope to have heartwarming memories of those we have lost included during this time of reminiscing, as we prepare for this milestone event.

We are only in the beginning stages of compiling these IMHs so please refer back from time to time. In some instances, where no family or friend was available to help, we will include just the minimal detail found (year, place of death). Even just a blip about when they left gives us the opportunity to celebrate their lives instead of grieve for their loss.

This information will be updated as new information comes in. If you'd like to add any information in regards to any of our deceased grads please contact Patti Gehrke at p.gehrke@verizon.net

NOTE: Jeri ("Sherlock") Livingstone ('63) who has completed the IMH projects for previous classes, has agreed to assist with 1966. She is willing to help with the actual writeups, if any family member or close friend would like to call her at (714) 539-1429 or email: jandktoo@socal.rr.com

POSSIBLY DECEASED
The following are photos of seniors that we believe are deceased but cannot verify. Please let us know if you have any information that we can follow up on.

Cheryl Callahan

Dale DeVorss

Marsha Fricks


Gene Mallet

Cynthia Rickter

John Ryan

Linda Stone

IN MEMORY OF HIGHLIGHTS:

ADAMS, Wayne – Thank you to his sister Carol " Libby " Adams.
     Wayne Adams was born and raised in Long Beach California. After he graduated from Wilson, he attended LBCC for two years and then transferred over to Cal-State Long Beach where he got his degree in Education. He taught elementary school for a couple of years, but found that it wasn't his cup of tea. He always liked to do things his way, so he tried several entrepreneurial ventures, including gold mining and investing in silver.
     Wayne lived with his wife, Sheri and his son, Nic in Casitas Springs for many years, where he drove a milk truck. Their home had a bit of land with it and they had a great garden and some chickens which gave them fresh eggs. He had a lot of freedom and was very content with that type of a lifestyle. He had simple tastes and enjoyed the simplicity of that kind of country life.   Wayne's wife passed away after about 8 years of marriage from cancer and he never remarried.
     Wayne decided to try his hand at owning a taxi and he did very well and was soon overseeing a small fleet up in Ventura county. One night while taking someone to a destination, the passenger stabbed Wayne and he was seriously injured but he had a full recovery and he continued to drive cabs after that. He really enjoyed animals, the outdoors, and camping.
     Wayne passed away very unexpectedly in 2007 from a sudden heart attack. He left behind his sister, Carol Libby Adams who lives in Los Alamitos and his son, Nic Adams of Laguna Niguel.

Wayne Adams 1966

Wayne Adams with son Nic 2004

ALDEWERELD, Lex – This information was shared by his younger son, Sam:

   Lex was born in Holland, where his parents had survived the Holocaust. They immigrated to California, and owned a meat market in Long Beach. Lex became a partner in that business, and he and his dad began acquiring pieces of land and gradually started to build and manage hotels. They moved on to Mobile, AL where he met his wife, Tracey. Their marriage brought two sons, Zac (born 1984) and Sam (1985.) They moved to Birmingham where he continued to have several properties, including one in partnership with his brother in Dauphin Island, AL. In the year 2000, he entirely left the hotel industry for a second career in residential real estate sales, and found much success in that field as well.
     Sam emphasized that Lex was a man whose passions mirrored those of his sons. He was the ultimate hands-on dad, supporting his boys in their activities – as a coach, as a spectator – soccer, football, karate, etc; he was always there cheering them on. He moved to Orange Beach, AL when Sam entered college, and stayed there for the rest of his life.
     Lex Aldewereld passed away very suddenly of a heart attack on July 10, 2013. Sam said, in summary, he was the happiest person who ever lived, never without a smile.

Lex Aldewereld 1966

Lex Aldewereld 2013

ALPERT, Jetta – The following story was a project of love, put together by Jett's brother and sisters. They feel good to have 'captured her essence.'     Jetta, nicknamed by her family, Jett, made a difference in her short life (36 years) in so many different ways. She appreciated the minutes and days of her life for the gifts that they were. She brought exuberant sunshine in her dimple-filled smile. She chose laughter and creativity throughout her many daily activities. Easily deserving of the description, “action verb”, she also brought solid steel determination to her goals.
     Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin into a military family during the Korean War, she experienced many cross-country train and car trips as her Air Force family moved her to many new schools. Becoming resilient started very early as her mother decided that her father’s assignment to Anchorage, Alaska (after Sacramento, California) was too difficult for two very young children. So for those years, she (and her older sister) lived in a foster family. She always treasured her “Auntie Lois” and “Uncle Charlie”. Overall, she lived in Sacramento, California; Wadena, St. Paul, and Minneapolis, Minnesota; Chicago, Illinois; and Panama City, Florida. Then the family moved to Belmont Shore in Long Beach in time for her to start 4th grade at Lowell Elementary. Her youngest sister was welcomed into the family at that time.
   Jetta was an artist who also knew she had to earn a living. She was multi-talented, feeling as comfortable and competent with a brush and palette as she was mastering physics. At Long Beach City College, she became an x-ray technician. From there she was selected to become one of the earliest to train at USC to become a Nuclear Medicine Technician. She had “one foot” firmly planted in the reality of her daily medical challenges. Diagnosed at age 11 with a very brittle form of Type I (formerly called Juvenile) Diabetes, she served as an unofficial patient advocate for others. Highly articulate, she sought a patient/doctor team approach in her care and coached doctors in compassionate interaction with their patients. She asked to be known as a person with “brittle” diabetes instead of a diabetic patient. She participated in clinical trials and research (e.g. the newest insulin and insulin delivery systems like the early insulin pumps).     In her kitchen, science and art met again. She once told her brother that “there were two kinds of food in this world-- ‘Health food’ which regulates my insulin, and ‘Soul Food’ which feeds my soul.” Snickers bars were very much appreciated. She also created, revised, and shared her love of artistically presented and scrumptious food (e.g. tofu lasagna) with family and friends. She relocated to San Francisco in the 1970’s where she was very active in her Community Garden. She also began to grow vegetables in a hydroponic garden.     Her “other foot” was artfully planted in the function and form of her world. For example, she created orthopedic shoes with ribbons and paint when she required medical treatment on her foot or feet. She created all kinds of beautiful art, such as quilts, pottery, paintings, scrapbooks, and fashions. Her signature choices were pearls, denim, soft cotton, and comfortable, classic clothes. Very close to her brother and sisters, she also loved and involved herself in the lives of children at every opportunity (e.g. her nieces and nephew and campers at UCLA’s summer camp for diabetic children, and Early Childhood Education Programs).     When her vision changed to legally blind status, she continued to travel on public transportation to maintain her independence. While her health challenges prevented the completion of many of her academic goals, she was constantly a student…with a goal of a B.S. in Nutrition in the last years of her life. She would have loved the opportunity to complete her academic studies and degrees with the options available today…online.
     Treasured, loved and missed by all of her family and friends, we carry her in our hearts and minds. May her memory be for a blessing.

Jetta Alpert 1966

Jetta Alpert 1981

ANDERSON, Donna – Thank you to her son, Jeff Mooney:

Immediately following graduation from Wilson, Donna married Michael W. Mooney, Wilson ‘64. They had a son, Jeffrey, and remained in Long Beach until moving to Westminster in 1971. She was a stay-at-home mom, and in 1976, their daughter Laura was born. The marriage ended in 1986.

From 1981 to the mid-90s, Donna managed her daughter’s acting career – commercials, movies and television. About 1995, she went to work as a secretary at St. Paul’s High School in Santa Fe Springs; she later moved to Westminster High School, where she was secretary to the Dean of Supervision. She remained in that career until March of 2006. While at work, she suffered a devastating stroke, surviving against all odds, but robbed of most normal activities and functions. Sadly, she lived in various nursing homes until her death in late October, 2013.

In addition to her son and daughter, she is survived by two grandchildren that she never was able to know. Jeff remembers his mom as someone whose greatest pleasures were movies – especially love stories – and going out to eat with her friends. He also added that she very much regretted not being able to attend the 50th reunion. She cherished her memories of her high school years at Wilson.
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Donna’s long time friend, Linda Atchely, added:

Donna Anderson was the most beautiful girl I had ever met. We were just 12 years old when we met at Jefferson Junior High School. We were in the same home room because our names both started with "A" and the teachers in other classes kept making the same mistake by seating us (always talking and passing notes) together.
We had great fun in Glee Club with Mr. Peterson, of course sitting together, for 2 years. We tried to keep each other on key and not giggling. You never saw Donna without Linda or vice versa. It was a good match for both of us and we went out as much as possible to the library, riding the bus downtown to a movie or spending the night at a slumber party.
When we went on to Wilson High School, Donna quickly became a Majorette as she had been practicing twirling for a long time by then. We laughed a LOT at me trying to twirl so I got on the Bruinette Drill Team instead. By the time we were seniors, I was a Song Girl and we were riding the bus to games, marching in parades, and she was twirling fire. It was a blast! We also loved Miss McGrew and her gym classes because she tolerated us so well and let us be silly.
Donna fell head over heels in love with Mike Mooney from the moment they met, she a sophomore and he a senior. She wrote in my annual that year that he was the cutest thing she'd ever seen! They married just after graduation and had a son, Jeff and a daughter, Laura. I was working, going to school and getting married at that time and so Donna and I drifted apart for a number of years.
Donna and Mike Mooney bought their first and only home just a few blocks away from my mom and dad in Westminster, CA. So we got together again as much as possible. Son Jeff played football and Donna's daughter, Laura became a child actress and starred in many movies and television commercials. It was a wonderful and exciting life for both of them that continued for many years after Donna and Mike divorced.
Donna had gone to work for the school district in Westminster and seemed happy. She suddenly had a stroke at just 58 years old. She was very unhappy and angry at being trapped in a nursing home. It was so difficult to see this beautiful and dear woman struggle. Cathy Malbeuf and I went to see her and I'm so glad we did as she was even more beautiful than the last time I'd seen her. I sent Donna an Alumni Book from the 2006 Wilson Class Reunion and she really enjoyed it.
I could always depend on Donna because she remembered EVERYTHING, every name and detail and she would tell it all to me even at the last Reunion we attended together. So now I am clueless without her and miss her so much. Donna was kind and caring to all of her friends and I am so happy she is free and at peace now. Donna will be with us at this Reunion, I'm sure.

Classmate Karen COHEE Dill adds:
Donna Anderson was a sweet and beautiful friend and AMI sister - we shared our pregnancies and were young mothers together. Her son Jeff was born in August and my son, Cord, was born just 2 weeks later in September - they shared many birthday parties as toddlers and we competed in giving our sons "obnoxious" toys - she was so fun loving.

Donna Anderson 1966

ASTON, Phillip– A message received from Pam Aston, his wife since 1966, shared:
My husband of 49 years, Phillip E. Aston, has passed away on March 27, 2016. We have 4 children. We moved to Red Bluff, CA in 1991. Phil drove a truck for Sysco Food Service out of Sacramento. He retired in 2005 due to a back injury. Phil loved camping and gardening, and all 9 of his grandkids. He will be truly missed. Thank you.

Phil Aston 1966

BACKSTROM, Nolan – Thanks to daughters Shannon and Stacy for this loving tribute:

Nolan Gene Backstrom was born in Grand Forks N.D. On Aug 6 1948. He grew up in a rural north western Minnnesota farm town. His family moved to Long Beach, CA when he was in the 5th grade. He graduated from Wilson High School, then enlisted in the US Air Force where he served our country in the Vietnam war from 1968-71. We was a weapons maintenance technician, where his duty was to maintain all weapons systems on the b52 bomber plus load the bombs.

He worked his entire career for Albertsons stores . He loved working with the public and was well liked. It was the perfect job for him. As much as he loved his country and job, family was extremely important to him. He was the father of two daughters Shannon and Stacy and two sons Jason and Justin. He has 8 grandchildren Josh, James, Chase, Shay, Nolan, Olivia, Kai and Kamaile.

He loved Sunday BBQs with the family, watching football, camping and 4-wheeling, anything to do with the family.

He passed away unexpectedly on May 16 2007 of a heart attack. He is so deeply missed every day.

In honor of his memory and to instill his values to further generations, we have a tradition that every Christmas his flag is passed from child to child so that everyone can remember and enjoy his memory.

We love you Dad and you will forever be missed.

Nolan Backstrom 1966

Nolan Backstrom 2006

BARTON, Mark – Thank you to 1966 classmate Barbara Laubert Kaufmann for sharing this information:
     Barbara Laubert and Mark were married for over 10 years and always remained good friends. Mark Barton grew up in Long Beach. After graduating from Wilson H.S. in 1966, he attended UCSB for a year where he played water polo. He completed his college education at CSULB. After graduating he joined the National Guard.
   He lived in the Bay area for awhile, but spent most of his life in Long Beach and Huntington Beach. His family was always the center of his universe. He had 2 sons: Nathan, born in 1973, currently living in Portland, OR with his wife and two sons; and Tyler, born in 1975, currently living in Reno, NV. Later in Mark’s life he added a step-daughter, Shannon to his family.
   Mark had a passion for playing golf, rooting on the Los Angeles Angels, and telling jokes- which he could do better than most. Mark died in 1995 at the age of 47. He fought heart disease for many years, and eventually it took him from his family and friends at such a young age. He is missed by his family every day.

Mark Barton 1966

Mark Barton 1993

BAUCHET, Kathy – Thanks to son Josuha for this loving tribute:

Kathleen Ruth Bauchet was born June 16, 1948 in Long Beach. She attended Fremont Elementary, Jefferson Junior High and Wilson High School. After graduation she attended college while employed at McDonald Douglas.
Her best friend during childhood was Judy Baverstock, also a Wilson graduate (1966). Kathy later married Judy’s brother, Jon Baverstock (1963). They made their permanent home in Belmont Heights, close to where they both grew up. Kathy enjoyed motherhood, and was active in her boys’ school and athletic activities.
She was a creative and artistic, knitting and jewelry design were a few of her passions. Kathy practiced yoga for decades. She enjoyed the beach, spending much time in bay shore.
When Josh and Ryan entered their teenage years she returned to the workforce, this time with the Long Beach Unified School District. After retiring, her first grandchild Kailee was born. During her last years her grandchildren were the center of her life.
She lived a full life before passing away in 2009 at age 61, after a brief battle with a sudden and rare leukemia. Kathy is survived by her husband Jon, sons Josh (Katrin) and Ryan (Nicole), grandchildren Kailee (pictured), Tyler, Ian, and Erika, sisters Jo Anne and Judi, plus many nieces, nephews and close friends.
In time a permanent memorial website will be created at kathy.baverstock.com

Kathy Bauchet 1966

Kathy Bauchet 2009

BAVERSTOCK, Judy – Lovingly shared by her daughter, Morgen Griffiths:

   There are magical people; I can assure you of this. They are hiding in all of the corners of the planet, disguised as normal everyday people. They conceal their special attributes and sometimes it is very hard to find them. But when you do, you can not forget them. They say that their magic is so strong, that if they touch you once, their impression lasts forever.
     Judy Baverstock Scott was surely one of these magical people. Mother of three daughters --Morgen, Regan, and Jordan Scott -- she was a beautiful light that touched ALL who were around her. There are endless stories too many to list here, to describe the amazing life she lived. However, the fact that Judy led her life in touch with her true self was surely the special gift that she left behind for others. She was an example of absolute love and kindess to all, radiating love and friendship always.
     One of the most photographed Disneyland Mermaids circa 1967 to 1969, Mom was obviously a water baby from the start who got the job as a California blond beauty with great swimming skills. In 1969, she traded in her mermaid fins for snow skis and moved to Aspen, Co. to become a Waitressing Ski Bunny. She was an avid water and snow skier from an early age, with her twin sister Joan and brothers, Jay and Jon Baverstock.
     Mom married our dad, Capt. Roland B. Scott Jr (USMC) in November 1971 at Camp Pendlelton California. They lived in San Clemente, CA until they decided to move back to Long Beach in 1973. At the time, she was a flight attendant for Contintental Airlines from 1969 to 1983. In 1980 to 1983 she had three daughters whom she dedicated her life to. The three of us were so proud to have Judy as our Mom. She loved so many of our schoolmates and in turn they loved her. We knew how lucky we were to have her as our mother. Throughout her mothering years, she volunteered countless hours at Long Beach Fremont/ Alvarado Elementary Schools and Rogers Junior High School. A few words to describe her best would be kind, beautiful inside and out, and a dedicated wife and mother!
     Her life was cut short at the age of 45 where she passed away peacefully of cardiomyopathy. But her legacy lives on through the love of her life Roland Scott (Scotty), three girls, Morgen Griffiths, Regan Tramontano and Jordan Infascelli and five grandchildren --Bodhi, Ryan, and Mali Griffiths, and Sonny and Rocco Tramontano.

Judy Baverstock 1966

Judy Baverstock as a Disney Mermaid

BECK, Richard – Public records show that he died at the age of 62 in Hawaii, on 12/28/10. Repeated efforts to reach family in Colorado were not successful.
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser Obituaries wrote:
RICHARD (RICK) BECK November 3, 1948 to December 28, 2010 A celebration of life for Richard (Rick) Beck will be held Saturday, February 12, 2011, at 8 a.m. at Sunset Beach Christian Church, 59-578 Kamehameha Highway in Haleiwa. Please come and share a memory, a story or just join in the celebration. A paddle-out will follow at Sunset Beach-waves permitting. Rick first came to Hawaii in 1964; he was a lifelong surfer and longtime resident of the North Shore. Although he traveled extensively and lived in many countries as a young man, Rick found true happiness on Oahu and Sunset Beach. He is survived by family in Long Beach, California, and Reno, Nevada, as well as many cherished and loving friends on the North Shore and beyond.

Richard Beck 1965

BENTLEY, Aubrey – died at the age of 33 in 1981. No obituary or family members found.

BEVER, Dennis – this information was shared by his younger sister, Marla McClay:

Dennis grew up in Long Beach, attending Luther Burbank, Jefferson, and Wilson. Shortly after graduation, he joined the Army, and spent one tour of duty in Vietnam, then served at the DMZ line in Korea. A few months after his military service ended, he married Nancy Weeks in the fall of 1969. Their marriage of 20-some years brought sons Denny in 1970, and Ryan, born in 1977.

They remained always in Southern California, living in Long Beach, Rowland Heights, and Norco. Dennis had a career in sales – later in life, steel sales. When he was younger, his passion was horses, and the family’s move to the Inland Empire allowed him to own some. He also loved boating and for a while he lived aboard a boat at Peter’s Landing in Huntington Beach. He never remarried.

Dennis Bever died in 2010, at the age of 62. He had fought lung cancer and complications of diabetes. Marla remembered him as a particularly handsome man, a good man. Like so many of his generation, his life was forever affected somewhat by his experiences in Vietnam.

Dennis Bever 1966

BITLER, Karen – Thank you to her husband, Steve Eaton (class of ‘66), for sharing this:
Karen and Steve married on December 16, 1967. She worked at the telephone company, at a brokerage firm, and held a clerical position at St. Mary’s Hospital. They were blessed with two daughters, Stacey (born in 1971) and Kelly (1978.) They moved to Mission Viejo when Stacey was in first grade, and Karen became a stay-at-home mom.
   She enjoyed bowling, and played a lot of “Bunco!” She also loved animals – of all kinds – and at one time owned (or was owned by?) 5 cats.
   Karen, who had already survived one battle with cancer, suffered a second bout of the disease and passed away on December 9, 2009. She was buried on December 16, their 42nd anniversary. In addition to her husband and children, two grandchildren survive. She welcomed Kenna Maguire, but passed away before the birth of Collin Maguire. She would have loved watching them grow up    Steve summarized her, quite simply, as “the best thing that ever happened to me. She was my life.”

At the suggestion of Steve Eaton, we contacted Karen’s best friend, Marsha Hagan. She was grateful for the opportunity to submit the following:
     I’m Marsha Hagan Norton, a friend and fellow classmate. And I invite you to share some moments of memories with me, of Karen. Today, as I pen this message at the request of the family, it comes about as matters of the heart, it’s about life and death. I accepted this honor because of 2 very simple reasons - I love the LORD and I loved Karen. I loved her because of WHO she was, and how she lived her life with her inner beauty guiding her natural gifts.
     Karen lived her life generously & lovingly. She shared everything dear to her - her home, her possessions, her life. You always knew you were a big part of her life. Everyone felt they belonged when she was present. She truly loved her family and cherished her friends. It’s only when we let our virtues and gifts lead us, that we live a life of doing what comes naturally. And Karen knew who she was and she never changed over the decades & challenges of growing up. Because her choices came from the true desires of her heart and she did them instinctively and lovingly.
     And possibly her greatest gifts; those of Patience & Humility. Genuine Virtues of a Wife & Mother. And the special gift of Diligence. Now, that takes some courage. Courage of the heart – to undertake tasks and responsibilities that are difficult and unglamorous. And then to graciously accept the sacrifices involved in doing so. And yet, she did ALL these things with a joyful & humble heart.
     What special GIFTS Karen had and I was so blessed with the lifelong friendship we shared. As adults, we ate far too many doughnuts at the Catholic Church playing “Bingo” and she never gained a pound!   We also won several Bowling Tournaments as partners together, how lucky for me. And I still treasure a little black & white photograph of us huddled closely at age 3 in our pretty little Easter dresses and gloves. I knew then what a precious friend she was and that has never changed. Karen is still a role model for me. And isn’t that what our lives should truly be all about –sharing our love and easing the burdens of those we care about?
     Fellow Classmates – I believe this loving memory is a life’s lesson of what treasures for us to hold dear. How wonderful and rare that truly is.

Karen Bitler 1966

BLACK, Jim - Thank you to Robert Bills for this information:

Jim Black was a transfer into Wilson during our junior or senior year. He was a member of Scarabs during his brief time at Wilson. He was a very personable guy and a good friend to those that knew him even though he had a troubled past. Jim committed suicide in our senior year. He’s listed in the directory of the '66 Campanile as being on page 24 but his photo is not there.

BLAND, Robert

Robert Carl Bland Jr of Lake Havasu City died July 28, 1999 at his residence. He was 50.

Born, Oct 12, 1949 in Long Beach, CA he was a special education teacher working with gifted children for 20 years. He moved to Lake Havasu City from Long Beach, CA in 19780 and taught here through 1977 when he returned to California. He came back to Lake Havasu City in 1997.

He is survived by his mother, Virginia Bland of Lake Havasu City; brother, Bruce Daniel Bland of Idaho and his sister Judy Ann Lange of Canby, OR.

Bob Bland 1966

BLAYLOCK, Craig – Craig died in Los Alamitos on November 8, 2004. He was 56 years of age. A letter to family requesting more information on his life went unanswered.

Craig Blaylock 1966

BOSSERMAN, Boyd – Thank you to his cousin and fellow grad Ron White for this information:
Boyd grew up in Belmont Shore with his parents and his brother Tom. He attended Lowell Elementary and Rogers Junior high before going to high school at Wilson. He went on from Wilson to earn a degree from CSULB in Geography. He worked on the 1980 US Census where he met his future wife, Pat. After getting his degree, he went to work for the United States Bureau of Land Management (BLM). I remember in the 1980's he told me they were using computers to convert maps into digital format. After marrying Pat, they lived for a number of years in Lakewood where they raised a family. Due to his job, they relocated to Camarillo, California and then made a move later to Colorado. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and children, two daughters and a son. He passed on his love of sports he learned from his father and mother to his children spending time helping to coach them. Unfortunately he spent the last years of his life battling cancer. I was told he did hold on long enough to be able to watch the Super Bowl on February 5th, 2006 before passing away with his pet dog by his side on February 6th, 2006. He is survived by his wife and son, Pat and Sean, who live in Colorado and his two daughters Megan and Erin who live in Camarillo. Erin and her husband David have a one year old son named Benjamin.

Boyd Bosserman 1966

BRACE, Brent – Thank you to his wife, Karen Kelly, for sharing this:
     Class of '66 graduate, Brent Brace, passed away in May 2015 of complications from MS and cancer. Brent served in the Army during Vietnam, then resumed his music career as a drummer for several major bands, including a tour with Don Ellis and Gene Krupa Orchestra in the seventies. He produced 2 acclaimed jazz albums (Valley Girl and Into the Reeds) and was a successful drummer in Las Vegas, before turning to the field of voiceover as a voice actor and teacher/director.
     He formed On Hold Advertising with his wife, Karen Kelly, where the couple built a nationally recognized enterprise combining his skills as a musician and director. Brents' deep passion for music, teaching, and inspiring countless students to follow their dreams became his enduring legacy. His wish to continue working at his craft until his untimely death was ultimately fulfilled.
     Brent is survived by a wife in Arvada, Colorado, brother (Brian), and a sister (Brenda Workman) in Long Beach. He was loved and respected by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be missed.

Brent Brace 1966

Brent Brace 2013

BROWDER, Michael – Thanks to his longtime friend and classmate, Mike Brun (‘66) for sharing this story:

     “Mike met Mike” in 4th grade at Horace Mann Elementary, beginning a friendship that extended well into their adult lives. They clicked immediately, having both been born and imported from the South (North Carolina / Arkansas) and -- having the same initials -- with the inevitable proximity when lining up in alphabetical order.
     After graduation, Mike went to Long Beach City College where he perfected his drafting skills. He worked for various firms in that trade and eventually started his own firm, “Mike Browder and Friends.” He was a very good general contractor and an accomplished building designer. Many of his jobs involved rehabilitating structures in the old neighborhoods of Long Beach; the standards for those projects were very strict. Mike remembered they would often run into each other at Home Depot.
     In 1974, he married Linda Garrigan. They remained in the Long Beach area, on DeOra Way near the Traffic Circle. His passions were cars,
fishing, and hunting – (think wild pigs with a bow and arrow!)
     Michael lived with diabetes for many years. He lost a lot of weight, but continued to suffer from various complications. On 11/29/06, while returning with Linda from a vacation to Branson, MO, Mike died of a very sudden heart attack while stopped at a gas station in Texas. Mike Brun summarized his long-time buddy as a nice guy, a happy-go-lucky guy with a lot of friends – but added (laughingly), “if you made him mad he could hurt you.

Mike Browder 1966

BROWN, Michael –

A Michael Edwin Brown was born July 16, 1947 and died in North Richland Hills, TX June 29, 2002. Unable to reach any family member or find obituary.

Mike Brown 1966

BROWN, Steve – Thanks to high school friend, Charlie Moore (‘65) for sharing these memories:
     Steve Brown was the quintessential beach waterman. If he wasn't surfing, he was riding his bike to the beach at Alamitos Bay by the Library and swimming. Steve loved the ocean, and could get along with anyone. When we went surfing together, he was the one striking up a conversation with other surfers in the lineup. Steve made friends wherever he and his wife and kids went. He loved his family dearly; Debbie, Katie and Cody. The reasons for Steve not graduating from Wilson were not academic, but personal. The strong, loving family he created as an adult, was not the one he grew up in as a child. He is a great example of overcoming adversity to be an example of a life well lived.

Long-time friend and classmate, Mike “Wig” Owens adds:
     I first met Steve when I transferred from Jefferson to Rogers but I had seen him surfing around 72nd Place and Seal Bbeach. He was a really good athelete besides surfing. I used to watch him do giants on the highbar at the handball courts at Alamitos bay. His surfing was really good and he was sponsored by Varderman Surfboards during the last 10 years. When Steve moved to northern California he always stopped by when in town to check up on me and he became one of my best friends. He was a kind soul. I really miss him.

Steve Brown 1966

BUSIELLO, Joseph – died in Long Beach on December 30, 2000 – he was 52 years old. No obituary found or family located.

Joe Busiello 1966

CAMPBELL, Doreen – Doreen’s husband, Gary Blodgett, was proud to share the story of her wonderful life.
After graduation from Wilson, Doreen attended Long Beach City College for one year. In 1968, she married Gary Blodgett (Millikan- gasp! ’59); they had met at a singles group at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This was the beginning of both a happy marriage, 34 years, and a treasured church affiliation that lasted her entire life. Gary mentioned that she would often tell her friends and children that, "Gary swept me off my feet and I've never come down."
Their family consisted of Gary’s older child, Rebecca, and their daughters Sharyl and Sandra. They bought a 900 sq. ft. home in North Long Beach, that Gary told her they would only live there for 5 years to build up equity; 17 years later they purchased a 2,000 sq. ft. home in Whittier in 1989. Doreen was a wonderful mother, and for many years provided day care in her home for pre-schoolers. She was a natural; children left in her care felt like they were at home.
Doreen’s talents were many. She was an extraordinary seamstress. When they were first married, she made “husband and wife” matching shirts that were remarkable in that she did not yet own a sewing machine. (Gary still has his shirt, though it no longer fits.) They were lovingly sewn by hand and looked very professional. When Gary showed the shirt around to his friends, instead of just complimenting her handiwork, they all chided him -- good naturedly -- on being “too cheap to buy her a sewing machine.” He quickly remedied that. Later on, she made him a 3-piece, lined suit that was so well done he was recruited to model it in a fashion show.
Although she knew her way around a kitchen, she never liked to cook (her specialties, he recalled, were the “Helpers” such as Hamburger and Tuna, oh yes, and casseroles. That's an LDS staple, you know.) She did, however, enjoy baking and as a sideline, made beautiful cakes… including multi-tiered wedding cakes. She was self-taught, and never took a class. She also was very artistic and produced lovely paintings and craft projects. Gary said she never sat still, her hands were always busy producing beautiful things.
In September of 200l she first felt ill. In October, her symptoms of jaundiced skin and eyes took them to the ER. She was subsequently diagnosed with a pancreatic tumor; in spite of many channels explored and many things tried, the cancer quickly spread to her liver. Gary emphasized that God removed ALL pain; she was able to spend her last days very comfortably and free of medications. She died at her home in Whittier on December 28, 2001, surrounded by family. Gary quoted one of the members of their church, who called Doreen “A silent giant.” This perfectly described her gift of low-key humility coupled with enormous strength. She is safe in God’s hands until they can meet again.

Doreen Campbell 1966

CAUWELS, Ronald – The following information was found online. Ron Cauwels was born in Long Beach, and passed away at the age of 27 on November 8, 1975 in Orange, CA. His brother was located, but declined to give any further information.
However, this Press Telegram article was found from Sept, 15, 1976...

"The first-degree murder trial of Thomas Hardin Hester of Long Beach accused of gunning down a Sunset Beach woman in her apartment last Nov. 8, 1976 with an automatic rifle, went to the jury Tuesday.... Mrs. Metz was killed in an alleged raid by five armed men in her apartment at 16861 Bayview Drive during which Ronald Cauwels, 27, was also killed.

The prosecution charges that the men went to the apartment to kill Cauwels because he had previously taken 174 pounds of marijuana from two members of a smuggling ring at gunpoint. ...

William Craig Tibbins, 29, of Orange is scheduled to go on trial for the Cauwels murder after the conclusion of the Hester trial."

Ron Cauwels 1966

CHASE, Janet – Thank you to her daughters, sister and husband for helping to put together this loving tribute:
     After graduation from Wilson, Janet studied at Cal State Long Beach and UC Irvine, earning a BA in Sociology. In the early 80’s, she met Dr. Allan Silverstein through “Great Expectations” – an early, pre-internet dating service, and they were married soon thereafter. They lived in Redondo Beach for a short time, then moved to Long Beach. Their daughters, Nicole and Elana, were born in 1983 and 1985 and currently work as an attorney and a school counselor.
     Janet’s love of writing led to a career as a journalist, drawing mainly from the fields of psychology and sociology. She published countless articles in numerous magazines, including Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, Ladies Home Journal, McCalls, Mademoiselle, The Christian Science Monitor, and multiple others. Her book, Daughters of Change (published by Little, Brown in 1981), was a non-fiction, sociological analysis of the struggles faced by girls and women at the time, inspired by Janet’s own personal experiences and pressures as well as those of other young women and their mothers whose stories she explored.
     Janet was truly a free spirit who enjoyed meditation, musical theater (especially Sondheim’s works), reading, exploring spirituality and different religions, and watching late-night talk shows. Janet had a remarkable ability to not only make friends from every aspect of her life, but to maintain those friendships as she journeyed through every step of her cruelly short time with us - no doubt a testament to her belief in the importance of human relationships and the value of every individual, no matter the differences between us. In addition to her husband and siblings (Ilene and Steve, who also attended Wilson), Janet’s priority was undoubtedly her daughters, to whom she devoted herself selflessly and whom she raised with unparalleled love and wisdom, committed to being the best mother she could possibly be.
     In 1994, Janet was diagnosed with lung cancer despite never having smoked. She fought it with every ounce of strength she could muster and every possible treatment she could find, undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and several alternative methods. Janet Rose Chase Silverstein passed away at home on May 19, 1995 with her husband at her side and her daughters nearby. She was only 46 at the time. Her daughters, ages 9 and 11 when their mother died, have no doubt that they would not be the women they are today without their mother’s love and guidance with which they were so fortunate to have been blessed. The more they learn about their mother, the more they are in awe of the indescribably unique, forward thinking, intelligent, boundary-pushing woman that she was and they will always hope to make her proud.

Janet Chase 1966

Janet Chase 1982

CLARK, Michael – Taken from Wikipedia... truly very disturbing and sad to be remembered this way:
Early on the Sunday morning of April 25, 1965, 16-year-old Michael Andrew Clark opened fire on cars traveling along U.S. Highway 101 just south of Orcutt, California, from a nearby hilltop. Three people were killed and ten were wounded before Clark committed suicide upon arrival of police.

Shooting
Late on the night of April 24, 1965 Michael Andrew Clark, who lived in Long Beach, California, had left home in his parents' car, without their permission. In the back of the car, he had a Swedish Mauser military rifle equipped with telescopic sight and a pistol he had removed from his father's locked gun safe along with a large quantity of ammunition. Early the next Sunday morning, he climbed to the top of a hill overlooking a stretch of Highway 101 near Orcutt. As the sun came up, Clark began shooting at automobiles driving down the 101 highway. Two were killed and six more were wounded as the shooting continued for hours before Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office deputies rushed the hill and Clark committed suicide as they closed in. A five-year-old-boy wounded in the head died a day later bringing the total to three dead for the rampage. Reportedly the two men killed at the scene of the shooting were attempting to assist others who were trapped in a vehicle which had been hit by the gunfire.

Aftermath
A lawsuit was eventually brought to the courts by victims William, Lucille, and Kim Reida, complaining that parents Forest and Joyce Clark were negligent in two counts: "failure of the Clarks to train, control, and supervise son Michael" and also, "failure of Forest Clark to keep the rifle out of Michael’s hands." The case was decided in favor of the Clarks and generally upheld on appeal, although the appeals court found negligence on the part of father Forest Clark for not adequately securing the weapons.

Michael Clark 1965

CLARK, Ralph "Rick" – We are very grateful to Rick’s little sister, Cathy Clark (Class of ’69), for coming forward and sharing the story of his life:
    Rick (Mom chose that nickname to avoid confusion with his father, Ralph) was a very gifted athlete, lettering in three sports at Wilson: Cross Country, Track, and Wrestling. He also was a member of the marching band. He was very popular and enjoyed high school very much. After graduation, he earned an AA in Criminal Justice at LBCC in 1968, as his goal was to be a police officer like his dad. Unfortunately, he was just ¼” too short to qualify. Although he was offered a position in Forensics with the LA Sheriff’s Department, he chose instead another career – and trained as a gourmet chef. He worked at the Rusty Pelican on PCH from the 1970s until the mid-80s. Although everything he turned out was superb, Cathy’s favorite was his beer-battered shrimp, and his “to-die-for” desserts.
     An early marriage eventually ended in divorce, but produced a son, Emilano. Rick traveled extensively throughout Mexico, and was fluent in Spanish. He met his second wife, Martha, in Long Beach – she was from Guadalajara - and they had three sons – Patrick, Jonathan, and Andrew.
     Rick was an interesting AND interested human being. He was a member of the Cherokee Indian Nation. His passions were many – archeology, history, camping, hiking, fishing and travel. He was an avid reader who never stopped learning. In 1985, he accepted an offer to be the Head Chef at the Boeing Museum of Flight in Seattle, a position he held and enjoyed for 20 years until illness forced his retirement. He lived in Ballard, a particularly scenic shoreline area of Seattle.
      In 2005 he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, and in 2007 received a stem cell transplant at the Fred Hutchison Cancer Center of the University of Washington. There followed three years of very intense followup care, and he was cared for by Cathy and their mother (both relocated to Edmonds WA to be with him.) He died on September 10, 2007, of a complication resulting from that transplant. The transplant had, however, given him three good months.
     Cathy summarized her brother as outgoing and brilliant – he had a very high IQ and never had to study. She misses him very much and was very happy to have this opportunity for his many friends to know him just a little better.

Ralph "Rick" Clark 1966

COSTELLO, Pete – Information found online:
Pierre Leo Costello was born Nov 15, 1947 and died July 28,2010. He was a Viet Nam Vet (1SG US ARMY) Buried in the Quantioc National Cemetery in Virginia.

Pete Costello 1966

Pete Costello

CROCKER, Phyllis “Cecile” – Information found online:
Phyllis was born in Long Beach, CA on Mar. 11, 1948. She died Dec 18, 2002.

Phyllis Crocker 1966

CURADO, Larry – Information found online:
Larry Wayne Curado was born Nov. 17, 1948 in Oklahoma, USA. In July 21, 1967 he joined the US MARINE CORPS and was a corporal in Viet Nam. Larry died Nov. 3, 1980 and is buried in the Ft. Gibson National Cemetery in Oklahoma. He was married to Karen Bruner but we have had no success in finding her.

Larry Curado 1965

DeKRAAI, Terry – The following tribute was written by his sister, Sharon DeKraai Linder, with additional thoughts from his nieces, Heather and Melissa Murphy:
     My brother Terry was a very gifted athlete. He was a receiver on the Wilson football team. He set an individual record of the most receptions in one game (13, in 1965 against Redlands.) He was also a member of Aces. After graduation, he attended LBCC. It was there he was offered a scholarship to USC, or be drafted to the Cincinnati Reds. Terry chose USC. That’s where his lifelong dream came true, “playing for USC in the Rose Bowl.” They played Michigan State and Won! (and should I mention that O.J. Simpson was his teammate?) Terry married his high school sweetheart, and they had one son together. Their marriage lasted a very short time.
     After USC, Terry tried out for the Houston Oilers as a free agent. Sadly for him, he didn’t make the last cut. That’s when Terry’s life began to spiral downhill. He went through numerous jobs, struggled with alcoholism, and could never find his purpose in life – that is, until 1991 when he graduated from Dominguez Hills College and received a BA Degree in Recreation. He started working at the Long Beach Veterans’ Hospital as a Recreational Therapist, helping others who were struggling with addiction problems.
     Sadly to say, my brother passed away on February 11, 2012 in a nursing home. I spent a lot of time with him there. I will never forget the last story he shared with me: He dreamt he was at a Wilson game on the sidelines, in his wheelchair. The score was tied, the stands were screaming. Coach Dixon or Crutchfield ran up to him – “DeKraai, you’re going in, you’re going in now!” Terry said he kept telling them “I can’t walk, I’m in this wheelchair, I’m too old, I’m not on the team!” but they didn’t care. They insisted and pushed him out on the field. He caught a pass and he pushed that wheelchair as fast as he could to the end zone. They scored a touchdown …. Won the game. The crowds went crazy. He woke up, and said it felt so good to be back on the field. He had the biggest smile on his face. A few days later, Terry passed away.
      Nieces Heather and Melissa added: Uncle Terry ~ When we think of you, a smile always finds our faces. You brought such joy and excitement to our family. Some of our most memorable childhood moments were spent with you. You always took us on little adventures. Whether it be learning to fish on the pier, a street fair at the Beacon House, a cool hike in the mountains looking for green guy rocks, or decorating your dorm with a thousand Christmas lights. Times like these are unforgettable. You were special to us. We’re proud of you and all you accomplished. You are in our hearts forever.

Terry DeKraai 1965 (Junior photo)

Terry DeKraai 1967

DERING, Martin – Public records show that Martin Dering died in Mount Carmel UT on January 20, 2011. Repeated attempts to follow up with his wife and learn a little more about Martin brought no results.

Martin Dering 1966

DeSTURLER, Roy – Roy Victor DeSturler was born on September 20th, 1947 and died on November 26th, 2006 at the age of 59. Roy was buried at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, California and was a veteran of Viet Nam. Efforts to contact family were unsuccessful.

Roy DeSturler 1966

DRAUCKER, Charles – We have been able to get a little information from his former wife, Janice (Carter) Booth ‘66, and Louise Draucker, his brother’s wife:
Charles was born in Virginia. His activities at Wilson included baseball and swimming. His 1969 marriage to Janice brought 4 children (including a set of boy-girl twins) and she proudly reports that “they have all grown to be happy, successful, wonderful adults.” His sister-in-law added that at the time of his death in 1978, he was employed as a Sheriff with the County of Los Angeles. Charles died of cardiac failure due to hypertension, at age 30.

DUKE, Judy – Judy Duke Warner died in 1980 in Northern California. Her sons, Nick and Nathan, were very pleased to be able to share their memories of her:

Nate: Although I was young when my mother passed, particular memories of her are still vivid; all of which are a testament to her as a mother. I remember her saving me when I carelessly got swept away in rough waters. I remember her painstakingly making dinner for me every night after a long day at work. I remember feeling loved and I remember loving her.

Mom, I know you're listening -- so in memoriam, you should know-- that still holds true...
~ Nate

Judy’s firstborn son, Nick, chose to put his thoughts in the form of a letter, “hoping that God will hand it to her personally.”

Mom,

The memories of your love will always remain in my heart. I remember how much you loved life and how many people loved you. I remember your beautiful beaming smile. I remember how much you loved your sons. I remember how much you loved cooking, gardening and spending sunny days at the Yuba River.

I remember the countless hours you spent doing home work with me and the advice you would give me about life while driving me to school. You were gone too early and I know you wanted to stay... I wanted to hug you more... but I take comfort in the fact that God has you safely in his loving arms, saving that chance for me again. I have two beautiful children and a beautiful wife that I know you would be proud of. I see your smile in theirs.

We've spent several great years in Hawaii and Washington with a very bright future ahead, we are so excited about the years to come. Nathan is a wonderful brother and a really great uncle. He has done wonderful amazing things that continue to astonish me. He has made me very proud to be his brother and is an example of how a man should be. I see a lot of your qualities in him. I miss you but I know you are there guiding us. Mom, so many people love you... Mom, I love you.
~ Nick

Judi Duke 1966

Judi Duke 1970s

DURNIN, Robin – Online Obituary:

Robin Geoffrey Durnin from Long Beach, CA and resident of Kaneohe, HI passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on March 8, 2013, while visiting his son in Arcata, CA. He was sincerely devoted to his family, his students and his professional goals. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Herring, their son William Lee Durnin (Arcata, CA),sisters Janet Caroline Seiter (Long Beach) and Mary Anne Quigley, Ph.D. (Twisp-Carlton, WA), brothers Charles William Durnin, M.D. and “Shawn” John Guyton Durnin (both of Long Beach) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by hisparents Mary Jane Guyton Durnin and William George Durnin, M.D.
Through his life’s work as classroom teacher, coach, lifeguard, first responder and teacher educator, Robin demonstrated his deep concern for others. He was interested in meeting the educational needs of children, youth and aspiring teachers. He was most proud of his students’ accomplishments in a statewide mathematics competition called “Math Counts,” a program he coached during much of his teaching career at Kamehameha Schools.
Robin graduated from Long Beach Wilson High School and Claremont Men’s College and served as a surgical nurse in the US Army at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Later he obtained advanced degrees in education from California State University Long Beach, Pepperdine University and Claremont Graduate School.
Robin was a highly skilled athlete in water sports. In his youth he set national swim records and was recognized as “All City” and “All America” in swimming and water polo. Many sailors remember Robin as an outstanding class boat competitor who placed in local, regional and national events. He also crewed in big boat sailing regattas throughout the globe. He paddled for Waikiki Yacht Club in the masters’ division in sixman outrigger canoes and worked out with the Lanikai Canoe Club Sunrise Crew. He enjoyed playing golf with his friends in California and Hawaii.
While he was a teenager, Robin sailed with his father from Long Beach to Honolulu in the Trans Pacific Yacht Race. This event impacted the rest of Robin’s life; he decided to make Hawaii his home. After discharge from the Army he enlisted in the US Coast Guard Reserves and served with the Captain of Honolulu Harbor.
During his career as a professional educator, Robin impacted many young lives as a much-admired coach of the water sports he enjoyed — swimming, sailing, body surfing, water polo and paddling. He was a sailing coach at the University of Hawaii at Manoa and water polo coach and classroom teacher at Iolani School and at Kamehameha Schools Bishop Estate. He volunteered as an assistant to the water polo coaches at Le Jardin Academy. Robin also worked in teacher education at Claremont Graduate School, Chaminade University and University of Hawaii at Manoa. During the summers between his years of teaching and coaching, he served as a Long Beach Lifeguard for over 40 years.

Robin Durnin 1966

Robin Durnin 2000

EDWARDS, Donna – We are grateful to her old friend, Melinda (Anderson) Mantor for sharing this.
     Donna Kay Edwards was born July 15, 1948, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Edwards. Donna first married Richard “Rick” Allen DuRee (Wilson Class of 1965) on July 1, 1967 and from that union came a son, Michael Allen, and a daughter, Kristen. Donna and Rick divorced about Dec. 1975 and she then married Gerald Paul Warkentien, Jr. Paul was several years older and died March 22, 1979 of a heart attack while eating dinner at a restaurant in Virginia Beach, VA at the age of 49.
     Donna’s marriage to William “Bill” Daniel Boone began around 1986 and lasted until Bill died in her arms of cancer on Nov. 30, 2001. Donna struggled with the unexpected and sudden loss of two husbands and life became a challenge. She died in Long Beach in September 2012 and her ashes were spread at sea by long time friends Sharon (O’Brien) and Curt Hirsh. Sharon was also a member of the Wilson Class of 1966.
     Memories: I met Donna in junior high and among our friends, she was the daredevil and “leader of the pack” when it came to mischief. Oh! There was never a dull moment when Donna was around. As an adult, Donna’s golf game was masterful.

Donna Edwards 1966

Donna Edwards and Bill Boone May 1996 10th Wedding Anniversary

ENDERS, Christine – Thank you to friend and fellow grad, Jean LeFlore Moore for sharing:
    Christine Daria Enders was born on Sept. 10, 1948 in Los Angeles and died May 14, 1968.
    Christine was interested in nursing. She had been one of the beginning members of First Aid Service Team at Wilson. I had known Chris since 3rd Grade when we both attended Bryant Elementary School. She moved then resurfaced back at Wilson High. Got reacquainted with her thru F.A.S.T. The team was for those who were interested in the medical field. I remember one of the things we did was we were asked to help with first aid at the Riverside Raceway.
     Chris was a sweet, caring, funny individual. One time when I answered the phone, there was the sound of Sheena Easton singing "Goldfinger " Her way of stating let's go see the new James Bond movie. We'd take off in her Triumph sports car (remember those?)
     After Wilson she studied nursing thru Long Beach City College. I went another way into Data Processing.   Her life was cut short and I've always wondered how many lives she could have saved if she had lived longer....
    She is still missed. She was a wonderful friend.

Note: The way I heard about her death was in the front headlines of the Press-Telegram.
Her father had shot her and her sister Susan to death then killed himself.   Same year of the shootings of Martin Luther King and Bobby Kennedy.

Christine Enders 1965 (Junior photo)

ENGSTROM, Eugene – Obituary found online with addition from wife Maureen:
    Eugene E. Engstrom, better known as Gene, of Upper St. Clair, PA, formerly of Huntington Beach, California, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2013 at the of age 66,
     Born November 2, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York he is the son of the late Eugene and Mildred (Deane) Engstrom. He is survived by his beloved wife of thirty-four years Maureen (May) Engstrom; cherished niece Mariden May; adored great-nieces Mary Rose, Amelia, and Margaret.
     Gene was a Senior Project Engineer - an electrical engineer who designed electrical systems for Navy ships and aircraft carriers. He enjoyed gardening and taking care of his orchids and gardenias. He also had a spiritual devotion to St. Therese, Little Flower in PA.

Gene Engstrom 1966

Gene Engstrom approx. 2011

ERCSE, Fred – Submitted proudly by his son, JJ
   Fred remained in the Long Beach area after high school. He worked at an auto parts store, then as a delivery driver for a local chrome plating shop. He shared a love for cars with family and friends. In the late 60’s, he began to drag race VW’s with his brothers, and turned that passion into making a living working on and building hot rod VW’s. In 1970, while working at his brother-in-law’s hydraulic equipment service company, he opened his own VW repair shop. Around that time, he met a girl named Ruth, who would become his wife in 1972. Before that, in April 1971, their first child, James John (JJ), was born. He and Ruth, along with JJ, moved to Arizona in late 1972. He started working for a Porsche dealership, where he would meet the people that would help fuel the fire of becoming a mechanic on a r , and even own and race a hobby stock dirt car.
      In November 1977, Fred, Ruth and JJ moved back to California. In April 1978, their second child, April Rose was born. During that time, he shared his passion for racing with his son, JJ, then 7 years old, starting him racing quarter midgets. After working on the road for a few different race teams, he would get a job at an iron foundry in El Monte, where the owner’s son was a road racer. This would be a great fit. Along with his brother Ernie Ercse, he worked at the foundry, while prepping and racing across the country with their “boss”. This would be Fred’s way of life until the early ‘80’s.
     After a few different jobs, he found a home as a fabricator at a can line manufacturing company in 1991. This too, was a great fit. With the race car building experience, he would become an excellent fabricator. Racing with JJ and others would continue, and with great success. Not only was he able to live a lifelong dream of working on an Indy car in the Indianapolis 500, he and JJ, would win many races together and the 1993 USAC Three Quarter Midget National Championship. This would also reunite Fred and JJ with ‘93 Indy 500 winner Emerson Fittipaldi at the year-end awards banquet. It was Emerson’s Indy car that he had worked on 10 years earlier in the Indianapolis 500.
     Leading up to his untimely death in 1998, Fred lived a long life, in a short time. In 1994, he would become a grandparent, welcoming the birth of his first grandchild, Kara Nicole, one year after the marriage between JJ and his wife, Lisa.
     Fred passed away May 20th, 1998 of massive heart failure. He is missed dearly by a host of family and friends. Fred is survived by his wife, Ruth, son JJ, Lisa and their two children, Kara (21) and Jeremy (25). Also daughter, April Kane, her husband Steve, and their beautiful baby girl Claire Rose (2), who happens to share her late grandfather’s birthday, December 2nd.

Fred Ercse 1965 (Junior Photo)

Fred left, JJ (son) right, at the 1993 USAC Championship banquet

FERGUSON, Sue – Contributing to this memorial were Margaret Burdge, Loretta “Tootie” Hansen,Sue Hayles, Donna Sievers and Doug Weill:
   In how many ways can we remember a deceased classmate? We can remember what we knew of her before Wilson. We can recall her in a multitude of ways while she was with us in high-school; we can recall what we know of her after graduation. And, based upon these recollections, we can use our imagination to picture her after we had grown apart.
     Sue’s life was never an easy one, despite the fact that she was passionate, funny, and very intelligent. Cancer was fatal for her mother before Sue started with us in 10th grade. Losing a parent, especially a mother, at an early age is often traumatic. If it was for Sue, she never showed it. Sue assumed responsibilities at home after the loss of her mother that few of us could imagine while she continued to excel at school and maintain her various activities.
     At Wilson we appreciated one of her defining features: a husky, smoky voice full of life, mischief and laughter. Sue was earthy. Never afraid to “tell it like it was”, she was frankly humorous in dealing with people as a “year book message” in one of our annuals still attests (page number 205 - “The End”): “. . .This page seemed especially appropriate since this is the end in more ways than one. . .”
     She was active while at Wilson, gracing the 18 Zygomas senior women as well as being the Corresponding Secretary on the Fall Student Government Board. She served on the Beautification Committees as a senior. She served on the Fall Canteen Council. She was a Bruinette and held her own in the Speech Club. She was selected to be on the Scholarship Society. She wasn’t afraid to discuss existentialism with her fellow Bruinettes on travels to and from activities, even if some might admit that they really weren’t up to Sue’s speed on subject of philosophy.
     But as many activities as she was able to participate in during school, her achievements on campus are made so much more impressive in light of the fact that she was always working at a job or two off campus. She put one job she had to excellent use proving once again that “a way to a boy’s heart is through his stomach”. While working at Marie Calendar Pies, she had access to all the unsold pies at the end of her shift and she put them to good use.
     After graduating from Wilson, a few of us were able to follow some of her life. She married and had a son and daughter. A classmate, who also had a daughter, recalls an evening at a local hamburger restaurant when the two daughters and two mothers each spilled something on the table for which they had a good laugh. Friendship was so important to Sue. She continued on with her education and eventually became very interested in archeology.
     Her life after Wilson was not an easy one. Like her mother, Sue died of cancer at an early age. We have to use our imagination at this point to know how she dealt with this situation. We imagine her carrying her own cancer diagnosis and treatment with the same dignity and courage that she dealt with her mother’s. A journey no doubt notable for its great wisdom and love. We are the poorer for not having her with us now, but the richer for having the memory of such a remarkable young woman.

Classmate Karen COHEE Dill adds:
     Sue and I became fast friends our senior year - even though she was a Phi Gamma Chi and me an AMI- she was special to me and was my maid of honor when I married and was my son Cord's godmother when he was baptized.

Sue Ferguson 1966

FLETCHER, Jim –Submitted by Marv Prichard and Don Gabor on behalf of the ESB:

    If you knew Jim Fletcher in High School you were fortunate to be a part of the best years of his life. Jim was a star athlete on the tennis team, socially active with Athos and the East Side Boys, and a virtuoso honky-tonk piano player. He was the life of a lot of parties and loved cars. Who can forget the land speed record cruises in his Olds 442?
     I met Jimmy when we were 4 years old when he came to our front door looking for someone to play with. He lived three houses down and from that day on we grew up like brothers. He easily made friends with all the other kids and their parents. As my mother used to say "Jimmy could charm the birds out of the trees." His charm and good looks made him popular as he went through school and perfected his tennis game.
     After graduating from Wilson, Jim attended several colleges and wound up at U of Arizona where I was fortunate to live with him for a year in an old
ranch house along with Rob Gallup (‘66), Bill Vlahakis (‘68) , and Cyrus, our great Frisbee-catching dog. We had good times exploring the desert in Fletcher's Jeep.
     Jim moved back to Long Beach and lived in Belmont Shore. He remained a car enthusiast and spent many a weekend at the old Riverside Raceway. When the Grand Prix came to Long Beach, he had tickets for the first race in '76 and after that organized a crew for a motorhome party in the RV section every
year. He always enjoyed life in the Shore and was well known at the A.I.
     In 1983 Jim moved to Hawaii but returned to visit for the '84 Olympics and the Wilson 20 year reunion. He was living by the ocean on the East Shore of
Oahu when he passed away in 1988.
     His memory lives on whenever old friends get together and share memories of good times with "Fletch." – Marv Prichard on behalf of the ESB

     I'll always remember the time during the summer of 1967 that Fletch spent six weeks at my house while my folks were in Europe. He wisely suggested
that we move every breakable item in the house to a "safe room" so that when my parents returned we wouldn't have any problem. About a week into the
summer and to my sheer delight, Jim brought home three French-Canadian girls who were traveling through Long Beach who he had met while he was working at a gas station. It was a great week! Nothing much really happened with the girls, but we sure had fun trying!     – Don Gabor

Jim Fletcher 1966

Jim Fletcher 1983

FONSTEIN, George – Obituary published in the Press-Enterprise in December of 2005:
     After fulfilling 57 precious years Brother George died peacefully at his home in Corona on Thursday, December 8, 2005. He was born in Harbin, China to mother Leah and father Efra and was raised by his stepmother Ana. He lived most of his life in Long Beach and later ventured to Corona. He was a devoted supervisor for 35 years at Edoco.
     To all he was George, but to his friends he was always known as Brother George. He was a well rounded athlete. he enjoyed raquetball, softball, golf, horseshoes and his favorite was fishing. Brother George was a joker and the biggest Bull Schsteiner you'll have ever known. His sarcastic words of wisdom will be deeply missed.
      He will always be a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Christine of 25 years; his two daughters, Leah and Deanna and his granddaughter, Dinah.
(No photo found in Campanile 10th, 11th or 12th grade)

FOTI, Lawrence– Information found online:
     Larry Richard Foti was born on May 31, 1948 in Los Angeles, CA. He died in Sumner, Pierce, Washinton on Nov. 3, 2004. We have been unable to contact family.

Larry Foti 1966

FOWLER, Keith – Information here was shared by his sisters, Phyllis Fowler Graham (‘67) and Kathy Fowler Chapman (‘63):
Keith was born in Long Beach on March 11, 1948. While at Wilson, he played trumpet and traveled with a band, participating in many competitions. He was a gymnast, loved to surf, and his goal was to be a manger of a savings and loan institution. Keith’s life was lost on August 1, 1965, when he was soon to enter his senior year. Tragically, he was hit by a car while crossing Ocean Blvd. The picture below was taken when Keith was in his sister Kathy’s wedding, in June of 1965. In less than two months, he was gone.

Keith Fowler 1965 (Junior Photo)

Keith Fowler June 1965

FREDRICKSON, Lars “Andy” – Thank you to his wife Linda for sharing this story with us:

After high school, Andy attended Long Beach State in 1967 and 1968, pursuing general studies. In 1969, he went to Sweden (where he was born and had lived until the age of 4; he spoke the language fluently), and from there, he traveled throughout Europe for about 8 months. This experience remained a highlight of his life.

He returned to Long Beach, went back to school, and began dating Linda - a Poly grad who was a close friend of his brother, Bjorn (Wilson ‘65). While still in college he began working part-time in a lab.

In 1970 they married, and were joined by their daughters Annalisa in 1971, and Britt in 1974. Andy went to work for the US Postal Service, and Linda felt lucky to be able to be a stay-at-home mom. In 1977 the family moved to St. Helens, OR, and settled in a house on three acres. Still working for the US Postal Service as a clerk, he took advantage of his flair for languages by teaching himself Spanish, and some Russian. His intent was to be able to better serve customers who had immigrated to the US, and that became a reality.

His passion was fishing, and like his lifelong close friend Rik Maroon -- who had also moved to OR -- he left behind the salt-water fishing of his youth and adapted to the rivers, lakes and streams of the Pacific Northwest. Rik and Andy remained the best of friends along with a third childhood friend and classmate, Dave Baldwin. ( Rik has also passed away, and a tribute to him can be found in this section. )

Andy died in 1994; he was just 46 years old. He was an incredible husband and father, and his “three girls” were the center of his universe. Sadly, he did not get to meet his three grandchildren (Eleanor Farrell, 7, and twins Anders “Andy” and Hazel Robinson, 19 months.) But the love he shared so freely with his family is passed along to them each day.

In summary, Linda said “ He was funny, he was silly, and so very smart.”

Andy Fredrickson 1966

Andy Fredrickson late 1990s

FUJIKAWA, Ron – LA Times Obituary:

Ron Fujikawa was born April 6, 1948 in Mount Vernon, Missouri. Ron passed away on Oct 12, 2012 at the age of 64.
He was the 3rd child of Alice Mae Aoki, a pianist and epicurean and Dr. Yoshihiko Fred Fujikawa, a thoracic surgeon. Ron, along with his brother Denny and his sister Carol grew up in Long Beach California. Ron attended Wilson High School where he was student body vice President and captain of the varsity football and baseball teams.
Ron attended Stanford University and played on both the varsity football and baseball teams and was a member of Delta Tau Delta. After graduating from Stanford Law school Ron joined the law firm of Gibson, Dunn in Los Angeles. Soon thereafter, Ron and three colleagues established their own firm, Kinsella, Bosch, Fujikawa, and Towle.
In 1980, Ron married Melissa Linehan and together they had three sons Michael, Daniel, and Braden. Ron was an avid golfer and beloved member of LA Country Club. In 1998, Ron joined the law firm of Greenberg, Glusker as partner. Ron was an active community member who served as president of the Wildwood School board of trustees and a longtime member of Windward School Board of Trustees. Ron lived most of his adult years in Santa Monica: the last ten were joyfully spent with his devoted companion, Rebecca Foster.

Ron Fujikawa 1966

Ron Fujikawa, Ray Gould, Doug Weill & JoAnn Braden 1966

Ron Fujikawa and 3 sons 2011

GALLUP, Rob – Obituary found online and memories shared by Steve Meltzer, Steve Cook, Marv Prichard, Bill Larr and Don Gabor:

Rob (Robert) Gallup passed away peacefully on March 12, 2013, of complications from pulmonary fibrosis. He is survived by his son, Jason; his brother, Tom and wife, Jean Gallup; his nieces, Ari and husband, David Orleans and Abby Gallup and husband, Dave Murray; and numerous loving friends, including the "East Side Boys".

Rob was a Long Beach native, attended Wilson High School and Long Beach City College, as well as the University of Arizona. Rob originally worked with his father in his accounting practice and then set up his own business as an enrolled agent and tax and estate specialist. He retired last year. Rob was an avid golfer and participated in many local tournaments. He was a devoted, loving father and a dear friend to many. He will be sorely missed.

     My best recollections about Rob Gallup aka the "ESB Banana" brings me back to 1958 when we first met. Our friendship began as Mutt and Jeff-Rob was 6'3'' I think I was trying to get to 5 feet. We both began to learn to play golf at Recreation Park under George Lake who was the pro at that time. Rob
excelled in golf. He was on the Bruin golf team and competed at all levels.
     For me, the time we spent when we were 10 to 11 years old came from our parents who bought us month-long passes at Rec Park. Either 18 holes at the big golf course or two nines at "Little Rec." We would get up at the crack of dawn and ride our bikes to the golf course which was about three or four
miles from home, getting there at six in the morning to stand around with the regulars waiting to play.
     Later in life in 2002, Rob, Cookie (Steve Cook), and I went to Scotland and Ireland to play golf for two weeks. This was, I think, one of the best
times for Rob and us, being together playing golf, pub crawling and generally kicking it up. We will never forget being at the old golf course with Rob in St. Andrews, the world's first.
     Some say that you can count the number of real friends you have on one hand. But Rob had many more than that, including his ESB buddies with whom he remained the best of friends since elementary school, and would still get together with every year for Christmas and every June for the ESB getaway
weekend. Rob is gone but he is sadly missed by his Eastside friends at these annual reunions. On a personal note, I can never forget our friendship that lasted for more than 50 years. – Steve Meltzer and Steve Cook

     In addition to his golfing, Rob was a big fan of the Dodgers, Lakers, Rams, and Angels. We had some great times going to games and watching on TV. He
could have been a sports writer with his knowledge of trivia and always seemed to know when the ref was wrong. He also turned me on to the music of Jimmy Buffett and we joined the flock of "parrotheads" at his festive concerts every year.   – Marv Prichard

     One of my amusing recollections of Rob is that when we lived together in Naples, one day we were sitting around trying to think of a good title for a
horror movie, and he says, "How about, 'My Mother Ate My Green Socks While I Stabbed Her Eyes Out With a Knife'"! Always the wordsmith, that Rob. Maybe it was better he became a tax accountant instead of a movie producer. – Bill Larr

     Rob was a warm and heartfelt guy. He was a loving father-he never stopped talking about his wonderful son, Jason. Rob was also a loyal friend – we were constant companions in our two years at Long Beach City College. In those days we often played pool at Belmont Billiards (I always lost) and then we'd cruise endlessly on Second Street. I begged Rob to please take me home, but he always said, "No. let's go around just one more time."
     Then there was the time Rob, Bill Vlahakis (‘68) and I went "trailer camping" to Mammoth Lakes and my VW Variant broke down in the middle of the desert. The problem was that the engine was beneath the back seats, that area was packed with several cases of beer, and we were under age at the time. So we unloaded and hid the beer in the desert before we had the car towed to a gas station 25 or so miles away in Mohave. After the car was fixed we went back and retrieved our beer, but it just wasn't the same after sitting behind a cactus in the hot sun for six hours. However, in typical ESB fashion, over the next week we enjoyed the beer anyway in our trailer parked at beautiful
Lake Mary!" – Don Gabor

Rob Gallup 1966

Rob Gallup

GOFF, Joan – Thanks to classmate John Mauger for sending in this obituary from last year.:
Joan Helen Evans was born on November 21,1948 in Long Beach, CA. She passed away October 31, 2019 at the age of 70. She is survived by her daughter, Stacee Evans, and her granddaughter, Ava Evans. Joan, known fondly as Joey, graduated from Wilson High School in 1966. She married Stacee's father, Terry Evans and moved to Mississippi and then Japan, as Terry was in The Air Force. She spent the rest of her life in Long Beach doing various jobs such as working for GTE, Amtrak stewardess, and toll road operator. She always made everyone laugh with her silly jokes and songs. She loved gambling and playing the lottery. Most of all she loved spending time with Ava and Jaxon. Joey had many friends and extended family who loved her always but especially through the last 7 months. She fought fiercely to overcome stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Sadly she lost the battle after months of surgery, chemo, and radiation.

Joan Goff 1966

Joan Goff

GOULD, Ray – Contributing to this memorial were George Bryson, Bill and Bob Harris (’67), Sue Hayles, Bill Stroud, Susie Swanson, and Doug Weill:

Long before the word “gang” had garnered such a bad but well-deserved reputation, Ray Orlean Gould III belonged to the Peninsula Gang, a group of kids lucky to be living on the strip of land separating Alamitos Bay from the Pacific Ocean. Potential heir to the storied R.O. GouldChrysler franchise on Long Beach Blvd., Ray was clearly the most popular of the kids in this group. He had an unique ability to make others truly feel that they were his best friend.

Ray lived on the ocean-side beach at 70th Place. It isn’t surprising that water sports including swimming, water polo, and surfing became his passions. One of his classmates described Ray as “a comic genius, a master of the improv”. Most of us spent our hours with Ray laughing with him as he had the others around him in stitches. In this way, another classmate’s description of Ray as a “goofball” makes sense.

Sadly, Ray developed epilepsy while at Wilson. It didn’t stop him from doing the things he wanted to do, not for a minute. Ray ran cross-country, played water polo, and played basketball for Wilson. He was part of the early surfing generation. Ray was a member of the Key Club and the Athos fraternity.

After graduating from Wilson, Ray went to UC Santa Barbara. As a sophomore during the first week of December 1967, he had an epileptic seizure while surfing that resulted in his death at the age of 19. He never married and had no children. He was survived by his father, younger brother, Smoker, and two half-brothers, John and Hunt Payne. His mother predeceased Ray. Fittingly, his grave at Green Hills Cemetery in Rancho Palos Verdes overlooks the Pacific Ocean.

The summer before his death, Ray led a six week trip to Hawaii with a handful of fortunate friends. First stop, the Lucky Tiger (used) Car Lot, where for $100 the group purchased a 1956 Olds. After borrowing a hack saw, the back seat was discarded so that the surf boards fit in the vehicle with the trunk closed. One participant recalls the trip this way: “the police… the “Young Hawaiian Buddhist Center” and working a week for Dole Pineapple… jumping off Waimea Falls for money, sleeping on the beach (or trying to) in the North Shore Hukilau shelter… body-surfing in Kauai, and hitch-hiking to Hanalei Bay.” On the way to the airport for the return trip to Long Beach the last stop was the same as the first had been - Lucky Tiger’s lot which bought the Olds back for $25.

Others have remembered Ray as being “loyal, nonjudgmental, having a true zest for life, always upbeat, and generous”. Ray would be pleased that a popular girl in his class described her memory of Ray as follows: “I still vividly in my mind’s eye see Ray’s sun-freckled face with that widegenuine smile… I can honestly say he was one of the most genuine and sweet guys I had the good fortune of knowing at Wilson… such a loss and so early, yet he touched so many.”

Ray Gould 1966

Peninsula Gang

The boys at Waimea Falls 1967

HANSEN, Loretta "Tootie" – Thank you to her son, Dan Searle, for this lovely tribute:

My heart is in pieces. Tootie Searle was finally freed from the shackles of 37 years with Multiple Sclerosis, Monday 7/24. She is now reunited with the love of her life, Robby Searle, flying through the heavens rejoicing and reunited. What a role model Tootie Searle was. To live in such restraint for so many years, all the while smiling, laughing and loving every single day showing nothing but love, joy, laughter among family and friends. Her personality was infectious and you had no choice but to be happy and smiling when around her. She was a catalyst for her friends always keeping them connected. She was nothing short of a saint in this world. She will always be with us, all you have to do is think of her and there’ll be a smile on your face, probably accompanied by tears. Those tears will honor her, and will honor the impact that she had on each and every one of us. I also want to acknowledge the selfless love and care my sister Melissa and my brother in law Mick provided for mom the past 5 years. Mom could not have been happier with the home they provided. Thank you guys so much. Rest in peace Mom.

Tootie Hansen 1966

Tootie & son Dan

HAMMOND, Linda – Thank you to her husband, Dave Cobb, for sharing this information:

After graduation, Linda attended college briefly, then went to work at McDonnell Douglas. She met Dave Cobb at a party that neither of them had particularly wanted to go to – a lucky break for both. They married in 1972 and lived in Long Beach and then Huntington Beach. Their daughter, Jennifer, was born in Southern California, and son Bryan joined the family after they moved north to the Roseville area in 1978. That area is now called Granite Bay.
Linda continued to work outside the home in various clerical jobs, the last one as an administrative assistant for the Placer County Board of Realtors. She loved her pets, and especially cherished her grandchildren (she got to know 3 of Jennifer’s 4 kids; the last was born after she passed away.
Around 2000 she was diagnosed and began treatment for breast cancer. After 8 years in the clear, the cancer returned in her liver. Linda Cobb passed away on April 6, 2011 in her home. She was just 63 years old. Dave characterized her as a marvelous person, a wonderful wife and a great mother. She was greatly loved and is dearly missed.

Linda Hammond 1966

Linda Hammond 1999

HARDISTY, Robert – Taken from an obituary found online. Attempts to learn more from family have been unsuccessful:
Robert E. Hardisty, 60, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born August 31, 1948 in Washington state, the son of Wanda and Alva Hardisty. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School Long Beach CA. Robert was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include sister, Patty Smith, of Penn Valley, CA, sister, Donna Allen, and brother, Dan Hardisty.

Robert Hardisty 1966

HARDY, Lida – Memories shared by her husband of 33 years, Francis “Pat” Bauer:

Lida spent her childhood in Maine, and was primarily raised by her grandmother.When she was almost ready to graduate from high school, her mother married in California and sent for her. She came to Long Beach and entered Wilson. Unfortunately, the graduation criteria was different, and she needed to repeat her senior year to graduate from the new school. A benefit of the move to California was that she met and married Pat, who was a second cousin to her new stepfather.
After graduation, Lida joined General Telephone (together with, and inspired by her roommate) and went through training to be an operator. She quickly found this not to her liking, and instead turned to cosmetology. She was a very well-liked, popular beautician and spent her entire working life in ‘beauty parlors’ in the Bellflower and Paramount areas. Her specialty was long hair – always – and she catered to those clients even when other hairdressers preferred to not do them. Her customers became personal friends and loyally followed her from shop to shop.
Lida and Pat, who had kiddingly planned to raise a baseball team, were not blessed with children. They were, however, blessed with many beloved pets – lots of dogs, and lots of hamsters. She had been given a teddy bear hamster early on by her best friend (“her twin sister from another mother,” Jackie) and she became enamored of them. Pat has many funny memories of their various dogs trying to lay around sleeping, only to be bumped into --if not run over by -- a speeding hamster ball. They also had an extremely elaborate habitrail.
Sadly, Lida Bauer passed away in La Mirada at the age of 55, in March of 2003, shortly after their 33rd anniversary. She had battled a brain tumor for about six months, and eventually lost her ability to communicate. She was the designated decorator for every holiday at every place she worked, and kept boxes of decorations on hand. One last note: Her work station was always adorned by many pictures of children, of friends or extended family, in frames or stuck around the mirrors. New customers would say in amazement, “are all those children yours?” Yes - in a way, they were. She loved them all, and was cherished in return.

HAWKS, Mary – All the we have is that a friend, Kevin, stated that Mary passed away about 4-5 years ago. We have been unable to even verify her date of birth.

Mary Hawks 1966

HERNANDEZ, Consuelo – Consuelo "Connie" Hernandez died in Long Beach at the age of 64 on January 13, 2013. She was survived by her parents. Her father stated she never married or had children, and other than verifying the date she passed, he and her mother both declined to comment any further.

Connie Hernandez 1966

HOLLAND, Carol – Carol Holland passed away January 27, 1997 in the Apple Valley area. She was 48 years old. Many efforts were made to reach various family members, with no success.

Carol Holland 1966

HOLMES, John – In communicating with family, we were able to learn a little about his life.
     After graduation, Johnny attended college in Logan. UT. After a couple of years, he joined the Army and served in Vietnam (at times, he was there at the same time as his father, who was a Navy Seabee.) When his military service ended, he returned briefly to Long Beach, then settled in the Santa Maria / Port Hueneme area, where he was employed by the shipyards, working on submarines.
     He was married for a time, and had two sons (and also grandchildren.) He trained as a welder, and went to work in that industry. As a hobby, he created decorative trees, a type of artsy-crafty item which would be sold on consignment thru various gift shops and small stores. He always had a love for studying history; in fact his parents had once felt he would make a wonderful history teacher.
     Johnny returned eventually to Orange County, and lived with his parents in Mission Viejo while attending Saddleback College. He completed two additional years of school, but health issues prevented his taking a job. Shortly after a stay at the VA hospital in Long Beach, he died on February 13, 2015.

Johnny Holmes 1966

HOPKINS, Pat – Records indicate that Patrick Gene Hopkins was born on August 25, 1948 in Marshfield, WI and died in Long Beach CA on May 4, 1977. We’ve been unable to locate family.

Pat Hopkins 1966

HOPPER, Dale – We appreciate the assistance of classmate and neighbor Martha McIntosh in pulling this story together, with input from Dale’s brother Larry. Also, high school friend, Charlie Legeman, (class of ‘65) shared his memories:
Dale was the third and last son of Clay and Millie Hopper. He grew up on the waterfront in a house built by his dad, an engineer, sharing a large barracks-like bedroom with his two brothers, Larry (Wilson ‘60) and Randy (Wilson ‘62). They lived on Sorrento Drive on Naples Island, with Martha McIntosh living next door on one side and Roberta Soules living next door on the other side. Wendy Smith was across the street with Charlie Legeman, Mark Astor and many others scattered a few doors down. They either rode their bikes or walked to & from school every day and often played with the neighborhood gang either in the bay or riding around the neighborhood. Martha recalled that Dale was active in Boy Scouts and yet, cleaned up nicely for cotillion at Call’s Dance Studio. He was always the gentleman and dear friend.
     Dale was an avid outdoorsman – who loved fishing & hunting. In high school he excelled in swimming and was on the Varsity Water Polo team. He was a proud member of the fraternity Aces. Larry Hopper recalled: “My brother Dale was very special to me; not only as a brother, but because we shared the same love for the great outdoors: mainly fishing. Dale was one of my closest friends. After high school graduation he wanted me to go to Cabo with him for a week of fishing. I still miss him dearly.”
     On 9/18/65, in the fall of his senior year, he was killed in a car accident while on his way to another outdoor adventure with family and friends. His funeral overflowed with mourners. Pallbears were Larry Hopper, Randall Hopper, Charles Legeman, Jerry Leininger, Keith Claypool, Steve Nott, John Crabb, Gil Powell and Paul Hastings. Dale was buried wearing his Aces pin. His senior photo did not appear in the 1966 yearbook but a photo of his mother and brother did, Millie and Randy presenting Lonnie Valentine with the first Dale Hopper Memorial Trophy for being an outstanding Athlete/Scholar.

Submitted by Charlie Legeman:
     I first met Dale in 1957 when I moved on to Sorrento Drive in Naples. I was amazed at the model airplanes he had built with his father as his room was alive with them hanging from the ceiling. We developed an instant friendship and spent much time surfing, skim boarding and skate boarding around the area. We loved to walk across Naples with our surfboards and paddle across the bay and then surf the Peninsula or paddle across the channel to River and surf there.
     Dale was also a great hunter and fisherman. We spent time at Catalina aboard the Marvida, a sport fisher his father Clay built from scratch. We would fish for albacore, marlin, and skin dive as well.
     During the school, we would take our friend Paul Hastings (‘65, deceased) boat to Rogers Jr. High School, where there was a public dock at the end of the Marine Stadium, tie it up and go to school. Many afternoons we would then waterski after school with our other neighborhood friends, Steve Nott (‘65) and Keith Claypool (‘65, deceased).
     Dale was a fantastic water polo player and a great swimmer. I believe there is still an award at Wilson in his name, for swimming and water polo.
     Dale died in the fall of 1965 as the result of injuries received in an auto accident with Paul Hastings when they were fishing out at the Salton Sea. A car being towed by a rope crossed the center and hit them head on and Dale sustained severe head injuries that led to his death.
     It was a sad day for all who knew him. Dale had another brother Randy (‘63) who was a great surfer that died around 20 years ago. Dale was a great friend and I still think of him often.

Dale Hopper 1965 Aces

Dale Hopper (on right) with brother Larry

Scholarship Presentation in 1966 Campanile

HORN, Richard – Submitted by Steve Stage on behalf of the ESB
     Known to so many Bruins as Rick Horn, he was an industrious, notable, personality-rich character that was also known as MR. Horn, Ricky, the Toad (because of his distinctive facial features), and the Baron (by his beloved ESB comrades). Rick was my lifelong friend. We were both born on the exact same date yet we were so very different. I only wish that I had the inquisitive "I can learn anything and excel in anything" attitude that Rick possessed. Although Rick did not get the grades of Marvin Prichard, Doug Weill, or Chris Gibson he truly was the brightest guy I've ever known. He was an outstanding pilot of his own Cessna Turbo 210, an accomplished fly-fisherman, a master at raising orchids and Koi fish, an electronics and mechanical wizard-particularly working on yachts-and an entrepreneur/investor.
     Rick was so well known within boating circles because of his broad knowledge base, sailing skills, and anything-but-shy personality. He sailed on a number of races to both Hawaii and Mexico. Likewise, he was a standout personality at the Long Beach Airport where his Cessna Turbo 210 was hangered. No one worked on his plane but Rick. Still amazing to me, he once bought an autopilot on EBay and then installed the all-important, yet used device, himself.
     A low-point for Rick was when his beloved plane was stolen by some drug runners, but somehow he found it in an airplane "chop-shop" outside of Obregon, Sonora, Mexico. Happily, it survived and was returned to Long Beach. In describing the ordeal to me Rick said, "Stage, even if your kids were kidnapped you wouldn't have to go through the terror that I did to get that plane back home." Yes, even Rick could be a bit of a drama-queen.
     Rick was married to his lovely Marianne. She was the perfect match for this unique fellow who had so many varied interests, a kicky sense of humor, and abounding energy. Together they loved the outdoors, particularly their flying trips to Mammoth and a private lodge in Canada. Their home in Fountain Valley always had the most luscious flower gardens, as well as their custom fish pond and green house for their prize winning Koi and orchids. Rick also loved his parrots, although a rare lung decease emanating
from the birds resulted in his early passing.
     Ricky loved his dark green Mustang. Following a Milk Bowl game in which he consumed way too much booze, I insisted on driving us home... overriding his "I'm captain of this ship" comment. On our summer bodysurfing outings to Huntington Beach, Rick was always treading water way, way outside to await
the biggest and best waves. Whatever Ricky did was always the best. I also have so many fond memories of Rick and his first wife Robin (Croxson) visiting Daren and me in our home in Las Vegas. Wow, those were great times of big name entertainer shows and all night gambling at the $1 tables. (However, according to Mari, "Rick was too frugal for $1.00 gambling-he always played the "Quarter" Crap table with me.")
     Don Gabor would like to add that without Rick's math tutoring, Don would never have earned a "D" in chemistry at LBCC.
     Mr. Horn always lived life to its fullest. He touched so many of us with his charm, wit, intelligence, and Don Rickles' type of humor. A friend to so many, a beloved husband, a brother of the ESB. He is missed but warmly remembered.

Rick Horn 1966

Rick Horn

HOULIHAN, Margaret – San Diego Tribune Obituary:

Encinitas City Councilwoman Maggie Houlihan died Sept. 16, 2011 after a five-year battle with endometrial cancer. She was 63.

Houlihan, a council member since 2000, said in a May interview that the cancer had spread and that she had declined another round of chemotherapy. She entered palliative care to lessen the symptoms as much as possible. Houlihan never left her seat on the council, ultimately attending meetings by phone.

“I’m not going to spend my days thinking about dying,” Houlihan said in the May interview. “I am going to live as long as I can and be thankful for the energy I have.”

And it was energy that Houlihan was always known for. During a recent council meeting, she spent 20 minutes extolling the virtues of a future citywide environmental action plan. In August, she called the Union-Tribune from the hospital, the night before she was to have a procedure, to pitch a story about a lecture at the Encinitas Library on cancer therapy for pets. Houlihan was originally scheduled to moderate that lecture, but was unable to attend.

I think if there is one thing that Maggie would love from this community is that her legacy not die with her, and that people become more engaged with local politics and more engaged with the direction of the city,” said Ian Thompson, her husband. “I don’t think we can afford to let what she accomplished die with her because it has so much goodness and purity and purpose.”

Houlihan was a champion for animal rights, so it seemed fitting that her last public appearance came at the Encinitas Rancho Coastal Humane Society on Sept. 7, which the organization declared as Maggie Houlihan Day while dedicating a bench in her honor. Houlihan, who used a wheelchair for the visit, started the Spay and Neuter Action Network in 1990 and the Wee Companions Small Animal Rescue for guinea pigs, rats and hamsters in 1998.

“She’s challenged us all to keep up her good works, and many of us over the past week promised to do just that,” said Encinitas Councilwoman Teresa Barth, a longtime friend of Houlihan’s. “That is our next challenge — not only recognizing that we’ve lost a dear personal friend but that we also have a commitment to keep her projects going.”

Houlihan moved to Encinitas from Long Beach in 1970 with her infant son, Chris. She said the city’s famous waves and tree-lined streets made it a great place to raise her child. She worked at a print shop and a bank, eventually enrolling at the University of California San Diego and graduating with a degree in anthropology.

Houlihan then worked in the school’s anthropology department for roughly 30 years before retiring in 2003. She decided to run for City Council in 2000 because of what she saw as the threat of over-development against community character. She previously served on a task force on homelessness in 1993. Houlihan won her seat in 2000, then was re-elected in 2004 and 2008. She persevered despite some nasty campaign tactics, including in 2004 when a clown attended campaign events holding up signs ridiculing her. In the 2008 race, a resident posted a sign above Interstate 5 that used profanity to criticize her. Houlihan sued the man for libel and settled for $12,000.

“One of the things people don’t realize is the grace and dignity (with) which she carried herself in the political arena,” Thompson said. “She faced often ferocious opposition and stood tall through all of it.”

Houlihan was first diagnosed with endometrial cancer in 2006. The disease affects the inner lining of the uterus. Friends and family held several events in Houlihan’s honor when news of her condition became public. At a celebration of her life one Saturday afternoon in May, she told a crowd at the San Diego Botanic Garden, “I feel very, very, very blessed. I’ve had a rich life, a full life.”

Besides Thompson, Houlihan is survived by her son from a prior marriage, Chris Theobald; and her 23-month-old grandson, Charlie.
In 2014, the Encinitas City Council announced the opening of the Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park – in recognition of her well-known love for animals and her advocacy for responsible pet ownership.

Maggie Houlihan 1966

Maggie Houlihan - date unknown

HOUSE, Pamela – her brother, Roger, shared this link to a memorial website. There are a number of personal messages there. We will try to add in a little more biographical details if they become available:

"So long as the memory of certain beloved friends lives in my heart, I shall say that Life is good." - Helen Keller.
This memorial website was created in the memory of Pamela House, born on October 8, 1948 in Long Beach, CA and passed into remembrance on March 20, 2013. We will remember and cherish her forever. Those who love Pam are encouraged to participate and leave remembrances ~ whatever memories or feelings touch your heart that you feel moved to share. http://www.forevermissed.com/pamela-jean-house/#about

Here are just a couple of memories that people share on the website:
"Pam was a very special person. Her devotion and passion to help others, her positive character and her generous attitude were only some of her wonderful qualities. When she dressed as a clown, she wanted to make everyone happy and share her beautiful view of life. Her dedication to care for others was unique, and so was her strength. She will be forever missed..." - Alex House

"Pam was truly an awesome person in so many ways. A very generous and giving person. She served as a volunteer at the Crystal Cathedral for many years. She was a member of both the Los Angeles County Republican Party Central Committee and the California Republican Party for many years. Above all, great friend for many years. God Bless you always Pam!" - Geoffrey Church

"It could be said that the quality of a person's life is based upon how many people they truly touched and helped and how they made the world a better place by their actions and giving. In this regard Pam's life of giving and being of service was an incredible testament to her caring and love. Her GIVING will be missed by many, but cherished forever by those that were on the receiving end …" - Roger House

Pam’s friend and “fellow clown” Rebecca Lucia shared:
Pam House was at a Cake Decorating club event when I met her. I encouraged her to join the "Sweet Arts Cake Club of OC. She did and eventually became President. At an 80th birthday party we went to, I asked her to help "Poka Dotz" with her clown skit. She enjoyed it so much, I told her she should go into clowning with me. She joined several clown clubs and conventions to learn the skills and went to birthday parties with me. She was President and held offices in Funny Business, Joy Clowns of Leisure World Seal Beach, and VCOC. As "Twinkles d Clown" she also joined the OC Puppeteers club, and the Ukulele Club which she loved. She was a Christian who loved the Lord as her Savior and loved her church, Crystal Cathedral. She was a member and an Elder there. She loved volunteering for many charities as Twinkles and loved clowning for The Anahiem Pond with Frank Garcia at the Thanksgiving Feast for the homeless, etc. I miss her so much. But I know she is with our Lord Jesus. Sincerely, Becky Lucia aka "Poka Dotz.”

Dr. Jim Kok, Directory of Care Ministries at the Crystal Cathedral for many years, added “Pam was a bright and delightful lady, vibrant, and very reliable.”

Pamela House 1966

Pamela House as "Twinkles"

HOWARD, Angela – Thank you to her husband, Michael Proud, for sharing this information about her life:

During Angela’s first marriage to Feodor Krepinevich, she was a stay-at-home mom to sons Erich and Shawn. In 1972 she met Mike through mutual friends; they were together for 25 years and married for 14. Their daughter, Sabrina, was born in 1980.
She studied at Long Beach City College and in 1982 earned an AA degree as Medical Assistant. For 3-4 years she worked for a doctor in private practice; when he retired, she went to work at LBCC in the computer learning center … a job she held until she died.
Angela was creative, and loved arts and crafts. Mike commented that she always had considerably more craft supplies than she had time to use them.
Angela Proud passed away suddenly on January 11, 1998, due to a pulmonary embolism following surgery. She was only 49 years old.

Angela Howard 1965

Angela Howard 1992

HUGHES, Charles "Terry" – From an obituary published in the Sacramento Bee:

   Terry Hughes entered into rest on Dec. 13, 2002 at the age of 54 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Terry was born on July 7, 1948 in Hollywood, CA. He moved to Sacramento in 1968, obtaining his B.S. in June of 1972 from CSU Sacramento. While there, he was Class President and pledged with the TKE Fraternity.
     In 1974, he began a long and successful real estate career, establishing Hughes Properties and Pacific Meridian Real Estate. Terry was active in politics all of his life. This involvement led him to becoming Ronald Reagan's Advance Man while governor of California, the College Delegate to California College Republican's Convention and Regional Director of Young Voters for the President. He was also a founding member of the E.I.R. Group.
     He was extremely generous with his time as a mentor for many young people throughout his adult life. Terry had a passion for snow skiing and water skiing, as well as golf, but his biggest passion in life was for his two sons, Anthony, age 20, and Ryan, age 15. He is also survived by his parents, Charles and Jackie; brother Brandon; and sister Diana; all of Sacramento.

Terry Hughes 1966

Terry Hughes Date Unknown

HUTCHINS, Alan – The following obituary was published on the website of Yates Funeral Home, Coeur D’Alene, ID:
     Alan James Hutchins, age 55, of Worley, Idaho died Sunday, November 23, 2003 in Worley. He was born September 15, 1948 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Ellsworth F. and Doris V. (MaKarroll) Hutchins. Alan grew up in Fridley, Minnesota and graduated from high school in Long Beach, California. He attended the University of California at Davis before his marriage to Cindy Lasher on April 12, 1968 in Long Beach. They made their home in Long Beach and he began his career as an automotive technician for Mercedes Benz. They moved to Kidd Island Bay in 1977 and Alan opened A & J Auto in Hayden. He attended North Idaho College and later worked for Sutherland Mercedes in Spokane. They moved to Worley in 1993 and purchased the family farm.
    Alan was a 4-H leader for 25 years, and he enjoyed hunting, fishing and archery. As a master mechanic he was always willing to help others with their mechanical problems and kids with their special projects. His exceptional talents will be missed by many.
     He is survived by his wife, Cindy at the home in Worley; sons, Jeff Hutchins and wife, Keri of Worley, Dan Hutchins and Mark Hutchins of Worley; a daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Gerry Benson of Rockford, WA; his mother, Doris Hutchins of Long Beach, CA; grandchildren, Logan, Chelsea, Bradley, and Kimberly; 3 nieces and 2 nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Hutch and his sister, Sharon Foley.

Alan Hutchins 1966

Alan Hutchins

JEWETT, Michael – Thank you to fellow grad, Dave Johnson, for these memories:
     I was sorry to see no information on Mike Jewett when I looked through the Memory Section. Thanks to everyone who is putting this together and attempting to find information on all those that have passed. Mike and I were in the same class at Fremont Elementary for six years and probably Kindergarden. My best recollection of Mike was that he was always one of the first kids picked to run relays. He was very quick on his feet. I think elementary school was when Mike first began to surf. He hung out with Wig Owens, Gary Kimzey, Keith Blair and a few others who would tow their boards behind their bikes and go to Seal Beach. Mike really honed his craft and developed, probably the best set of surf knots that lasted a lifetime. His feet looked like he had door knobs on top of them. Jefferson Junior High was a whole different set up. I don't think I had any classes with Mike, except maybe gym. Junior High was a blur.
      At Wilson we found ourselves going out for the same club (Athos). We had many great memories at school and at Joint Meetings with girls clubs of other schools. Mike was a good looking guy and had no trouble getting a date. We doubled a few times and Mike always wanted to drive. He had an old Volvo four passenger coupe with a four cylinder engine with dual carbs and a four speed. He always drove like we had just robbed a bank and the cops were right behind us in hot pursuit. He was always trying to get the car on two wheels around the corners. Fortunately we all made it to graduation.
     I can only remember seeing Mike one time after graduation. It was the summer of '66, and he was throwing a party in his first apartment at Broadway and Belmont. We went our separate ways, and he did not make it to the 20th Reunion. Hopefully someone who knew Mike better than I can fill in the huge gaps I have left. Sadly, I will miss seeing him at our Reunion.
    While looking through my '66 Campanile, I found one of the last entries was where Mike signed with the nickname that he got in Athos--"Jewbat."
     Public records show that Mike died in Orange County on June 3, 1985. A letter sent to family went unanswered.

Mike Jewett 1966

Campanile 1966

JONES, Robin – Good friend Melinda Anderson Mantor, Class of ‘66, contributed this.:
     Edith Robin Jones was born June 18, 1948 to Charles “Chili” and Maxine “Mickey” (Thompson) Jones. Chili was a prominent land developer and chairman of the board of Avalon Municipal Hospital. Robin’s sisters were Lynn and Rhaylene (Wohlenhaus).
     Robin attended USC then in August 1970 married Dennis Allen Kreil on Catalina Island. Their two children were Kelly and Tyler. The marriage ended in divorce. Robin died at the age of 45 on Nov. 2, 1993 and is buried in Avalon.
     Oh the memories! She could shimmy like no other. When “Wipe Out” by The Safaris would crank up at the Bruin’s Den, Robin’s shimmy would bring down the house. Compared to most of us at the time, Robin lived a privileged life and it was a treat to be asked to spend the night at their classy home on St. Josephs. I loved coming down the stairs in the morning and seeing that their housekeeper had WASHED and FOLDED my ugly gym uniform. There was always a vitamin on my breakfast plate, which was unheard of in my regular life. Funny the things a person remembers.
     In addition, classmate Karen COHEE Dill added:
     Robin Jones was a most fun loving AMI sister who was so excited to be one of the four Robins to get the first year of the Ford Mustang - we cruised Oscars, Hodi's and the infamous "Mag Parking Lot" at the beach $2.00 of gas bought a night of hilarity with a car full of girls laughing and waving out the windows in that great little car!

Robin Jones 1966

KAWAI, Judy – Thank you to Judy’s sisters, Karen and Kathy, and her husband Chris:
     Judy was the beloved youngest of three sisters. She was born in Pasadena, California in July 12, 1948.   After high school, Judy attended Long Beach City College where she met her husband, Chris Ogawa, while taking a golf course.   Judy transferred to Fullerton State College where she majored in Sociology and graduated with top honors.
     Judy was recruited and hired by the US office of Social Security where she worked for several years prior to the birth of her first son, Jason Ogawa.   After the birth of Jason, Judy “retired” from full-time work to be a stay-at-home Mom to Jason and her second son, Ben Ogawa.   Judy and husband Chris spent holidays camping and fishing with their two sons.
     Judy was a talented artist. Her high school art teacher urged her to study art, so she was able to take some art courses in later life. Her paintings and some of her craft projects are beloved remembrances cherished by her family. She was a life long animal lover, and she rescued and raised several pets including her beloved dogs Kayla and Chester.
As her sons grew older, Judy returned to college for her teaching degree.   She went “back to work” as a third grade teacher.   A natural teacher, she enjoyed her students and impacted many lives.
     Sadly, Judy passed away on June 15, 2010 of cancer.   The elementary school where she was a teacher honored her by establishing a scholarship in her name. Judy’s life and spirit lives on in the hearts and minds of her loved ones.

Judy Kawai 1966

Judy Kawai

KENT, Jean – The following information was shared by Jean’s mother, Marjorie Kent and her brother, Ron:

   Jean was an artistic soul. She spent her entire life producing beautiful things, such as oil paintings, pen and ink drawings, computer-generated art that could be whimsical or erudite, and graphic art for many leading national and regional magazines (as well as graphic design for the ’66 Reunion Committee). After graduating Wilson, she studied art at Long Beach State and received a teaching degree. Shortly thereafter, Jean met Dr. Gil Unatin. After they were married, Jean and Gil moved to St. Louis where Jean started what would be a forty-plus year career in graphic design.
     Always adventurous, after a few years in St. Louis, Jean and Gil sold or put in storage most of their possessions, bought a van conversion, and took off on a year and a half drive through the continental U.S., Canada and Alaska. They then embarked on a multi-month tour throughout East Asia. After their travels, Jean and Gil settled back in Long Beach. They had a son, Dean, who has had successful careers in business and law. Jean also leaves behind three grandchildren.
     Like the rest of her immediate family, Jean loved the water. She enjoyed cruising locally and to Catalina on a series of sail and power boats that she owned. Jean also was instrumental in getting a small park on Marina Drive in the Alamitos Bay Marina named for her late father, Maurice “Mossy” Kent – AKA “Mr. Safe Boating.”
     Jean’s life unfortunately was cut short by ALS. Even at the end, though, she was designing inspirational greeting cards on her computer for her “Hope” collection by drawing images with her eyes onto a specially-programmed screen. She was a wonderful woman, an amazing talent, and a cherished gift to all who knew and loved her.
     Deanna Byron, a close friend in Jean’s later years, and the coordinator of an ALS Fundraiser held in her honor, shared these words on Jean’s Facebook wall on August 12, 2013 – the day she passed away: “Jean, you stepped up to help me when I was in need and you did so freely, even though we had only known each other a short time. Years have passed since that time and I have always been touched by your generous spirit. I am glad that you no longer are suffering. You are now in heaven with your dad. I am sure he was there to meet you with open arms. Rest in peace sweet Jean. We will carry your legacy on without your physical presence. You are forever in our hearts.”

Jean Kent 1966

Jean Kent

KERR, Robert – Information found online:
Robert “CRAIG” Kerr was born in Iowa on Feb. 23, 1948 and died Nove. 11, 1994 in Los Angeles, CA. We have been unable to locate family.

Craig Kerr 1966

KINGMAN, Dale - Information found online shows that Dale died at the age of 21 on March 2, 1970. His sister Georgeiann and brother Timothy are also deceased (in 1994 and 1998), and his parents died in 2001 and 2002.
Although no family could be located, and there was no record of a marriage, an undated picture was found on Ancestry connected to his full name which was captioned ‘ Dale n Susan Kingman. ‘
As usual in situations where the information is quite sketchy and so very far in the past, we invite any of his high school friends who may know more about Dale’s life to contact us.
(No Campanile photos found in 10th, 11th or 12th grade)

Dale Kingman with wife Susan

KINKADE, Tom – The following writeup was put together by Tom’s classmate Martha McIntosh, with help from his son Michael and input from two other classmates Steve Souza and Jeff Rasmussen:
     Steve Souza recalls that Tom was a gifted athlete, the quarterback of the JV football team his junior year and moved to running back his senior year. After high school he won a scholarship to play football at Oregon State in Corvallis, and lived in Oregon for awhile. He recounted one funny story of Tom working at a gas station in Corvallis and forgetting to disengage the gas nozzle from a customer’s car, that led to a big explosion when the driver tried leaving.
     Jeff Rasmussen recalled: Tom Kinkade was a great person and very good athlete. He was the starting Quarterback for the JV Football team as a 10th grader. He was then the starting Quarterback for the Varsity team as a Junior. Then he was moved to starting running back in his Senior Year. Tom played football at LBCC. I lost contact when he transferred to Oregon State. Craig Prewitt went to Buffums Elementary with Tom and told me that Tom could throw and kick the football farther than anybody in the Sixth grade! I re-connected with Tom in 1974 when he came to the beach house that I had rented in Newport Beach. We tossed the football around on the beach. He was considering a career in law enforcement. After I explained to him that he had to attend a very stressful 12-week basic academy he changed his mind. I did not blame him since it was a pain in the rear. I never heard from him again. We lost a good Bruin when he died.
     Tom’s son, Michael, was reached and was very glad to complete this story. After life at OSU in Corvallis, Tom was living in Seal Beach where he met the love of his life, Jackie and they married in 1977. They had two sons, born in Long Beach in 1980 and 1982. They moved to Yucca Valley where Jackie had family and where Tom began in a business that built golf courses all around the world. He spent lots of time overseas, building beautiful courses while Jackie held down the homestead raising the two boys. As Michael grew up, he took up the family business and joined Tom building courses – giving Michael many great memories of the companionship they shared. He said his dad was great to be around and that even in his latter years, people thought he was younger than he was. He said he kept his 6’2 self in good shape.
     Tom Kinkade died on May 20, 2012 in Yucca Valley. The family misses him terribly.

Tom Kinkade 1966

Michael, far left, with Tom and Jackie, far right front row - 2012



KNOWLDEN, Linda – Thank you to her sister, Catherine Knowlden LaTempa, for this tribute:
     Linda was born in Long Beach, the oldest of six girls – all eventual Bruins! In January of ‘67 she married Bill Davis, and after briefly living in Seal Beach, settled in Long Beach. The marriage brought a son and a daughter, Corey and Cara.
     She was trained in radiology, and worked for many years as a technician in the radiation oncology field, helping countless patients with their fight against cancer. She remained in Long Beach and enjoyed a close relationship with all of her sisters. In her spare time she enjoyed crafts, and created beaded jewelry. She also was an Angels fan and went to as many games as she could.
     Linda passed away on February 17, 2008 at the age of 60. Catherine characterized her as having a quick wit, a good sense of humor and always being sweet and fun-loving.

Linda Knowlden 1966

KRONICK, Cynthia - Thank you to Cindy’s siter, Jann Kronick-Gath, (Wilson ‘69) for these memories:.
My sister Cindy was the happiest & most selfless person I have ever known. Her very young life was full of friends and a great job at St. Mary’s hospital. She embraced life each day and was at her best helping people, never judging anyone. Coming from a very close family, we shared laughs & dreams and the void is as big now as it was then. She died on 3/20/82. Peaceful rest Cindy, special soul.

Cynthia Kronick 1966

Cynthia Kronick approx. 1981

LAMBROSE, Steve –
Died at the age of 62 in Santa Ana on 12/23/10. Phone calls and a letter to family members brought no response.

Steve Lambrose 1966

LAUBSCHER, Christina - The following information was provided by Tina’s niece Joy, sister Mary from Santa Cruz, and classmates Susie Swanson Dell and Adrienne Utter Godsmark:
     Tina died unexpectedly of a heart attack on May 27th, 2012, at age 63 in the state of Georgia. She earned her Master’s Degree from UCBerkeley in
Library Science; then was trained as a Dental
hygienist where she practiced in Oakland, CA.
     Tina loved life, had an adventurous & playful spirit, traveled often & enjoyed visiting her parents and
siblings in Santa Cruz, CA. She is survived by her brother David (class of '55) and her sister Mary (class of '56).
     Susie Swanson Dell added the following, and the picture, after viewing her Facebook page. Tina’s Facebook page is under Tina Jahnke and it clearly shows what an active, beautiful woman Tina became. From Wilson I remember how incredibly smart she was but was also very funny. We had German class together (1 semester) and she managed somehow to help me get a B in the class. She will be greatly missed at the reunion by her friends and former classmates – who I hope add to this.
     Adrienne Utter Godsmark added: Here are my reminiscences of Tina "Twinkle" Laubscher.....
     I met Tina on our first day of school at Rogers Jr High. Previously she had attended a small private elementary school, and she seemed so overwhelmed by our big public school.   I remember she was wearing a hoop skirt which seemed quite old fashioned. I was her first friend in this new environment and we were constant companions for all of Junior High. She lived on the canal on Bay Shore Blvd. Her mother Olive, was always baking cakes and cookies, her mother was wonderfully English! Her father, Chester was an anesthesiologist, and rode a motorized bicycle (rare at the time), and played lawn bowls(also unusual), in that green near Wilson High. Chester was from Switzerland and had a glass eye! All her siblings (Mary, David, and Lawrence) were much older, and only one, Larry was often in the Laubscher home. Larry introduced Twinkle and I to the new world of computers, as he was a programmer at the time when all computers completely filled the room. Her family seemed so exotic and quirky to me.
     This eccentric family home life may have contributed to Tina's living life as a free spirit, unconcerned with what others thought of her. I guess I might call her a natural non-conformist. Her intelligence was quite astonishing, I think she tied with Connie Evashwick for top of our class of 1100 graduates! And, Tina never studied! I remember notes she took in class were wonderfully disorderly, and I wonder if she ever needed to refer to them. She had a great gift with languages and a passion about fitness and good health, especially around teeth! Tina was a generous, silly, brilliant play mate!
     I lost touch with her when we graduated from Wilson, except for a brief time when I stayed with her in her home in the San Francisco in the mid eighties. She was working as a dental hygienist at the time, and helped me enormously as a supporting friend when I was waiting for my Australian Resident Visa to come through!
     It is hard for me to fathom her gone, as she was so incredibly healthy. I miss her!

Tina Laubscher 1966

Tina Laubscher

LEDOUX, Joan – Information published in the Daily Breeze in November of 2006:
Joan LeDoux passed away November 23, 2006. She was born October 10, 1947 in Nashawa, New Hampshire. Joan was a preschool teacher in Hawthorne at the Children’s Center. Survived by her brothers, David LeDoux and Douglass LeDoux; nieces and nephews. She will be missed.

LIND, Linda – Thanks to Linda's sister, Carol Lind Hansen (Wilson class of 1980) and daughter, Virginia Hagman, for contributing this story:
      Linda Lee Lind was a talented and spirited individual who loved to laugh and sing. After graduating as a Bruin, Linda worked as a counselor at Camp High Hill, the long-time Long Beach Unified School District 6th grade outdoor camp. She returned later to attend Long Beach City College when she studied music with piano and voice lessons. While at LBCC she met her husband Jim Hagman, a Poly High graduate who shared Linda’s passion for singing. She was an accomplished piano player and was known to entertain her family and friends by playing a rousing ragtime or belting out a well-known folk song. She worked as a clerk in the Long Beach Library system. Jim and Linda lived in Long Beach for a short while, then moved to Eugene, Oregon and then on to Concord, California. They had 3 children, Virginia, Nicholas, and Jonathan. Linda was a wonderful mother and enjoyed cooking for her family, as well as the neighborhood. In Concord, she led the children’s choral program at Walnut Creek Presbyterian church, attended college in pursuit of a Masters of Education in hopes that she could one day teach music to children, created a baby-sitting co-op with the neighborhood moms leading to friendships for her children that continue to this day, led her daughter’s Brownie troop, volunteered with the Diablo Dolphin’s swim team where she shared many of her culinary creations in the snack booths, and made many dear, life-long friends. She created many special “Linda” recipes that are still enjoyed by her children and sisters today.
     In 1986 Jim and Linda divorced, but remained united in their effort to raise their children, and shortly thereafter Jim died in a tragic motorcycle accident. Linda raised her three children alone and worked in different jobs, including secretarial positions and shipping company dispatcher. Later in life she moved back to Long Beach for a short time. She returned to singing which brought her much happiness, becoming a member of the Los Angeles Master Chorale in the early 1990s. Her family remembers a special trip to the Hollywood Bowl, watching Linda on stage at the iconic venue, performing with the Los Angeles Master Chorale. This was one of Linda’s shining accomplishments. She then moved her family to Auburn, California where she continued to participate in the community, singing with the Sierra Presbyterian Church choir, volunteering with her daughter’s drama activities, and enjoying the surrounding beauty of the Sierra Foothills.
     Linda passed away January 25, 1995, but her memory lives on through her children, family, and friends. Her laugh was the loudest in the room, her smile a brilliant light, and her thirst for knowledge was endless, we know she watches over us, beaming. Linda had three sisters that also attended Wilson High School – Loretta Madsen (‘62), Joan Van Blom ‘70 (deceased 2015), and Carol Hansen (‘80).

Linda Lind 1966

Linda Lind 1987

LOESCH, Leslie – We are grateful to her daughter, Jade Warner, for help with this story.
     Shortly after graduation, Leslie married James Lowe. Jade was born in 1967, and two years later, James Lowe, Jr. came along.
     When she was 20, she underwent surgery to address brain tumors that had been diagnosed a few years earlier. After the surgery, the doctors delivered a very grim prognosis: 6 months to live. Instead, she lived 30 years! The enormity of that challenge was more than evenly met by the depth of her determination to survive.
     Very early in the marriage, James’ military service took them to Army bases in Tennessee and Kentucky, but after that they returned to Long Beach and stayed in the area. Because of her ongoing battle with tumors and seizures, she was unable to work outside the home, but was always happy to be a stay-at-home mom.   She loved puzzles – both jigsaw and crossword types – and was especially crazy about the TV series “Dallas.” She was thrilled to be a grandmother to her first grandchild, a boy.( Since her passing, three granddaughters
came along.
     Leslie passed away at the age of 51 on August 13, 1999. Jade stated that she was known for -- and will always be remembered for -- her
positive attitude, her unfailing optimism and extraordinary strength. Her doctors could never come up with an answer for her
longevity - In summary, “nothing could stop her.”

Leslie Loesch 1966

LONG, Candace – The following story was shared by her youngest son, Stephen:

   Candace “Candi” Long had a wonderful life after her graduation with the Class of '66. She married Dick Welty (Lakewood HS Class of '61) on April 8th, 1968. Dick had a three-year-old son, Richard Vance Welty, from his first marriage to Gail Vance, who tragically passed away two years before. Candi and Gail were good friends from their days in the Job's Daughters. Dick and Candi knew each other through the years and were set up by a common friend a year after Gail's passing. Candi loved being Richard's new mommy and settled into her life as a police officer's wife. Dick was an officer for the Long Beach Police Department from 1965-1980. Candi gave birth to their second son, David, Lawrence Welty in 1970. The family purchased their first home in Cerritos in 1971. Candi became a born-again Christian in 1972 and quickly became active in church activities at First Christian Church in Long Beach. The family purchased their second home in Cerritos in 1973. Candi gave birth to the Welty's third son, Stephen Michael Welty in 1974. Dick and Candi completed their family with the adoption of Marlene Marie Welty (then a 10-year-old girl) in 1976.
     Candi began teaching "Good News Clubs" in 1977 through Child Evangelism. In addition to raising her family, teaching children about the Lord became Candi's lifetime passion. After Dick took advantage of an opportunity of an early retirement opportunity with the LBPD, he and Candi moved the family to Paintsville, Kentucky where Dick built prefabricated homes for Eastern Kentucky Homes. When the housing market collapsed, the Weltys moved back to their home in Cerritos in 1981. For the next three years Dick started two businesses in landscaping and brick masonry. Dick's family had a long tradition of masonry contracting in Long Beach since the 1930s. Candi began teaching elementary school at Cypress Christian School in 1981. Candi continued with her teaching career until the mid -2000s.
     The Welty's oldest son Richard began computer programming professionally in high school. In 1983 Dick and Candi refinanced their home to help fund a start-up computer software company (Raintree Systems, Inc.) with Richard. Over the last 33 years, Raintree has grown into one of the leading electronic health records and practice management software companies, with thousands of clients throughout the United States. Raintree became and remains a family- owned and operated company. Richard's wife Lorraine, his brothers and sister all have worked for the company for over 20 years. In addition to her teaching career, Candi completed administrative duties for the company over the years. Raintree now has over 100 employees with corporate offices in the US, Estonia, and India.
     With the last of their 4 children graduating from Gahr High School in the early 90's, Dick and Candi fulfilled a dream they had for years when they moved to the Temecula Wine Country. They purchased a ranch style home in the country with vineyards and fruit trees. This started the extended Welty family transition from the Cerritos/Long Beach area to the wine country. Eventually all 4 of their children, their wives/husband, and grandchildren would buy land and homes in the wine country. Raintree purchased a building and maintains its headquarters in the City of Temecula.
     In 2003 Candi was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer. She bravely fought the cancer through operations and chemotherapy for 4 –1/2 years before succumbing 4 days after her 60th birthday on January 22nd, 2008. Her memorial service was attended by hundreds of family members, friends, and former students. Almost exactly 4 years after Candi's passing her oldest grandson of 7 grandchildren, Marine Lance Cpl. Christopher Gregory Singer was killed in action in the Sangin Province of Afghanistan. Candi loved her country and was extremely proud when Christopher graduated from Marine Boot Camp just 2 months before her passing.
     Although sadly shortened by cancer, Candi lived a fulfilled life. She raised a loving family who is extremely close to this day. Most importantly, Candi passed away with the assurance of her Salvation through Christ her Savior. Candi is remembered by those who loved her as a person who never complained, always encouraged others, and would do anything she could to help others attain their dreams. Candi was proud to be a member of Wilson High School's Class of 1966! On behalf of Candi, the Welty family wishes her high school classmates and their families all the best. GO BRUINS!!!

Candi Long 1966

Candy Long

MAHORNEY, Marna – The following obituary was given to us by her son Mederick:

Marna Jones-Harati passed away on May 23, 2010 in her home. Born July 31, 1948 in Danville Illinois to the late George Mahorney and Rosemary McMillin. She is survived by her faithful son and his wife Mederick and Tamie Jones II of Hillsboro Tennessee; loving daughter Tamara Sabri Harati of Venice Beach California; Sister Cheryl Bittle of Long Beach California; Brother Robert Mahorney of Idaho; and three grandchildren, Mederick Laurence Jones III, Collin Jones, and Katryna Jones of Hillsboro Tennessee. Marna was a corporate executive with a Master degree from Long Beach State University she had also served a registered nurse during prior to earning her degree. She was a member of Rutledge Falls Baptist Church. In life Marna had found her faith and reconciled with her family. In recent years her heath was failing and she had suffered greatly. It was her wish to go home to her Lord our God Jesus Christ to be made whole again. She was a remarkable woman that throughout her life had many trials but she was able to overcome them through her faith. She loved the great state of Tennessee and it is proper that she be laid to rest at the Stephenson Cemetery in Hillsboro, Coffee County, Tennessee.

Marna Mahorney 1966

Marna Mahorney date unknown

MARKS, Margaret – The following information was shared by her cousin, Betty Catti Cambre
(Wilson ‘61.)
     After Wilson, Margaret went on to Long Beach City College, where she studied XRay Technology. She worked for many years as an XRay tech, with her last job being at Los Alamitos General Hospital. Although she was married very briefly, she never had children. She bought a condo near Disneyland and relocated to Anaheim.
     Betty stated that Margaret was very intellectual.   She loved to read, and traveled extensively. Betty spent many years as a flight attendant with Delta Airlines, and the three of them – Margaret, her mother Madeline, and Betty visited Italy and other foreign lands. She also visited the Great Wall of China.
     Margaret’s initial diagnosis of breast cancer was treated successfully for a time, but returned in February of 2006, and had spread to her brain. She died on November 28 of 2006, at the age of 58, at her family home in Long Beach. She was survived by her mother, brothers Bill and Dave Marks, and Bill’s children.

Margaret Marks 1966

Margaret Marks early 70s

MAROON, Richard – thank you to his wife, Audrey, for proudly sharing this story:

After graduation, Rik attended Long Beach City College before enlisting in the Army. His reasoning was that he “wasn’t going to let something that major happen in my lifetime without experiencing it.” He served in Vietnam.
He and Audrey married in 1972. They had met through their respective best friends, Andy Fredrickson (Wilson ’66) and Linda Burton, who had married in the summer of 1970. They were joined by son David in 1973, and in 1976 moved to Gresham, OR in order to raise their son in a quieter environment. They eventually moved to Troutdale, a nearby town.
Rik worked at Boeing, a machinist by trade, and ended his career as an NC computer programmer. His passion was fishing – always – and he successfully transitioned from salt- to fresh-water pursuits when he moved North. His son followed in his footsteps, and is today a renowned fishing guide, owner of Dave Maroon’s Fishing Adventures, and a bit of a local celebrity and acknowledged expert on the sport.
Rik Maroon passed away in April, 2010 after a two-year battle with cancer. His memorial was held at Oxbow Park on the Sandy River, a favorite fishing spot for father and son through the years. He is survived and loved by his wife Audrey, son David, a wonderful daughter-in-law and two lovely granddaughters. Audrey stated, “Together we raised a wonderful son, who carried on Rik’s gifts … and that became his legacy.”

Rik Maroon 1966

Rik Maroon around 2009

MARSH, Linden – Fellow grad and friend, Beth Jackson, shared these memories:
"When I saw Linden's name listed, it spurred such great memories of the fun we used to have while attending Wilson. Linden would come over to swim in our pool and hang out with me and my brother John. We used to "rough-house" a lot playing games in the pool. I have one particular memory of Linden throwing me up out of the water just as my stepdad walked into the backyard. For some reason, it must have looked like Linden was hurting me because my stepdad (who was a pretty big guy, having been a heavy weight boxer) started yelling at Linden as if he'd hurt me. Poor Linden, the sweetest guy I have ever known, hung his head in embarrassment . Quietly apologized, and got out of the pool. I felt so bad for him. For the record, Linden was a big guy and had a heart of gold. He was always the gentleman, kind and likable. I lost track of him after high school, but I'm sure anyone who met him remembers him as a gentle loving soul."
Records indicate that Linden Scott Marsh was born on May 11, 1948 in New Castle, PA and died of natural causes on May 22, 1995 in Cheyenne, WY. He served in the Air Force from June 6, 1967 to August 31, 1990.

Linden Marsh 1966

McCANS, Geri – Some information was found online. A letter to family requesting more details of her life has been sent:
Geri was born in Chicago, and moved to Long Beach. After her graduation from Wilson, she went into the financial industry. She worked as a Collection Manager at Citicorp, a Credit Rep at GMAC, and Collections Manager at Cal Worthington Ford. In 1990 she became CEO of Action Security and Investigations in Los Angeles.
Her marriage to Elliott Monroe brought three children: Twins Arlene and Marlene, and son Robert Blaine. Geri passed away in April of 2003 at the age of 54 in the Long Beach area.

Geri McCans 1964 (10th Grade Photo)

McCRARY, Cindy – Thanks to her husband, Ray, for this story:
     Cindy attended Long Beach State for a couple of years while working at various jobs. In 1969, she met Ray Vanderpool at a picnic; they married in 1971. They lived first in a house in Huntington Beach, then moved to Fountain Valley. They were joined by sons Brian (born in 1972) and Chris (1974.)
     Cindy worked in real estate for awhile, and eventually became an escrow officer, a career that lasted until illness forced her to leave the work force. She loved their dogs, and enjoyed playing cards (Samba) at their mobile home recreation center. She also enjoyed being a grandmother to her four grandsons (two from each son.)
     In 2002 she was diagnosed with a liver disease, beginning 5 years of treatment. Two years later, she received a liver transplant at UCLA, but that organ was infected and attacked her immune system – which in turn, attacked her nervous system. She battled these complications and spent a lot of time in and out of Kaiser Hospital. She lost a significant amount of weight, and the ability to walk. In the spring of 2007, she suffered a minor stroke, which resulted in her falling and hitting her head. She died of blunt force trauma on April 6, 2007, after a courageous fight to survive. She was just 57 years old. Cindy was loved very much, and is missed by all who were blessed to have her in their lives.

Cindy McCrary 1966

Cindy McCrary 1999

McDUFFIE, Timothy – The following information was shared by his wife, Patti:
    After graduation from Wilson, Timothy became somewhat of a professional student, attending Long Beach State (about three years of business courses), then College of the Desert, and finally went to college in Coeur D’Alene, ID. In 1980, he met Patti in Seal Beach. They married in 1982 and were joined in 1986 by daughter, Meagan, and in 1989 son Patrick was born.
     He owned an apartment building in Long Beach, and carved out a very successful career in residential real estate, a job he held throughout his working life. They moved to the San Diego area, living briefly in San Marcos and finally settling in Encinitas.
     Tim’s passions were spending time at the beach, sailing, and golf. He also was very much into classic cars. He died in October of 2009, and his ashes were spread over the sea that he so loved. Shortly before his passing he was able to welcome his first grandson, Brayden in July of ‘09; another grandson, Hunter, came later in December of 2014. Patti said, in summary, that her husband was always the life of the party - very mellow – a NICE GUY.

Tim McDuffie 1966

Tim McDuffie 2007

McPhearson, Jim – Obituary from wife Nan was found at the Viet Nam Memorial Wall online site:
   MY JIM WAS A GREAT MAN AND PERSON.
     He loved cars and car racing, the drags. We went to the drags quite often. He was a good friend and a great husband. Jim didn't have to go into the Marines but that is what he really wanted to do. He didn't have to go to Vietnam because his brother was already there. But he said no, that it was his duty to go. We were expecting our first baby and we knew it was going to be a boy. He was so excited. The baby was due in March and Jim died on February 29, 1968. He never knew or saw his son. Jim was always happy and we were always together. He would do anything for anyone. I miss him terribly even to this day.
     I am sad that my son, James C. McPhearson, Jr never knew his Dad and what a wonderful Dad he would have been.
     Thank you for this wonderful site for us to remember our Loved Ones that were cheated out of their life and us as their families to have been cheated with having to live our lives without them.
    God Bless each and everyone of them and us.


Jim McPearson 1964 - 10th grade

James Carl McPhearson
Private First Class
M CO, 3RD BN, 4TH MARINES, 3RD MARDIV
United States Marine Corps
13 August 1948 - 29 February 1968
Long Beach, California
Panel 42E Line 005 Viet Nam Wall

Jim McPearson & wife Nan

MITCHELL, Joseph – We are grateful to his close friend and former employee, Beth Barnes, for the following:
    My friend and supervisor Joseph “Joe” Mitchell was hired by Tuolumne County as the Director of the Tuolumne General Hospital in the early to mid 1990’s. Because he was a Veteran, he was offered the position of Veterans Service Officer, and he became my direct supervisor. Joe was very pro- Veteran and was a life member of Chapter 391 - Vietnam Veterans of America. He had served with the U.S. Army Medical Corps in Vietnam, 1969-70.
     He worked with me to establish a Veterans’ Clinic here in Sonora. Joe and I made a few trips to Reno to meet with Gary Whitfield -- then the director of the medical center --starting the process of getting a Veterans clinic in Tuolumne County.
     Unfortunately, he was killed in a car accident in San Joaquin County in May of 2003 while on his way home from a meeting with the Reno Medical Center Director. His death was a great loss for me and the Veterans in our tri-county area. (Beth added that she had seen the senior yearbook picture we had posted, and although “a little older”, his looks remained the same later in life when she knew him.)

Joseph Mitchell 1966

MOORE, Diane – Diane’s brother, Ron Moore (‘63) of Washoe Valley, NV shared this:

Diane and her fraternal twin, Suzanne, were born in Eagle Rock, CA and moved to Long Beach in their adolescence. They attended Rogers Jr. High and graduated from Wilson. Diane married an airline pilot, but the marriage ended in divorce. A second marriage ended as well.
She was very troubled, and struggled at life. Ron stated she was quite attractive, a very quiet soul who never found peace. She did, however, enjoy traveling and did so rather extensively. She died of liver failure in Napa, CA in September 1980. She was just 32 years old.

Diane Moore 1966

MOORE, Suzy – Thanks to her husband, Rance Smith and her brother, Ron Moore (both Wilson ‘63):

Suzy (who NEVER went by Suzanne) Moore’s life took a more traditional and happy turn.   She married Rance Smith and they had three children – Rance Jr., Josh, and Angela. After Rance’s time in the Army, they moved to Hillsboro OR.   She was a legal secretary throughout her life, while Rance was an insurance executive.
     Her #1 passion was spending time with her family and babysitting her four grandchildren, who -- along with Rance and others -- called her “Boo”. Like her sister, she also loved travel, and she and Rance went on six cruises throughout the years.
     They had looked forward to retirement, but shortly after that became a reality, she was diagnosed with leukemia. She bravely fought for about a year, and died in 2012.

Suzy Moore 1966

MOORE, William– Information found online:
William Riley Moore was born March 25, 1948 and his last known residence was in Long Beach, CA. He died August 19, 2010. Family members unable to be located.

Bill Moore 1965 (Junior photo)

MOSS, Steve – From Wikipedia:

Stephen Donnellan Moss (1948–2005) was an editor and publisher who founded two major weekly newspapers in California’s Central Coast and created the 55 Fiction short story contest.
Moss founded the San Luis Obispo New Times with Beverly Johnson and Alex Zuniga in 1986. He financed it with a few thousand dollars raised by cashing in his IRA account and borrowing from his aunt, Professor Mary Josephine Moss of San Jose State University. By 2005, the paper had a circulation of over 20,000 and revenues exceeding $1,000,000. per year. In 2002 he launched the Santa Maria Sun in the city of Santa Maria, 30 miles south. He was the majority shareholder in the publishing corporation, and majority owner and builder of the 10,000 square foot headquarters building at 505 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
Moss attended Ventura College and Brooks Institute of Fine Art, and graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a degree in fine art in 1975. He said he discovered his talent as a writer and editor in a UCSB class taught by Barry Farrell, west coast editor of Harper’s Magazine. Farrell brought his writer-friends Joan Didion and her husband John Gregory Dunne to the class, making a lasting impression. Moss and Farrell subsequently corresponded for many years, until Farrell's death.
Moss attended graduate school at Syracuse University, but left to become the editor in chief of the Syracuse New Times. When his marriage to his college sweetheart Sharon Bywater ended in 1986, he returned to his native California. Given a choice between a job in the advertising department of a large international winery in Modesto, or one as editor of a senior citizen newspaper in San Luis Obispo, he chose the latter despite the lower pay. Before long he realized that there was no entertainment weekly in the college town, and planned the successful launch of New Times.
By 1987 he launched the 55 Fiction short story contest for New Times readers. The submissions had to meet strict criteria, not the least of which was that “something has to happen.”
The contest was successful and popular from the beginning with New Times readers, and remains an annual event. Two anthologies of 55 Fiction have been published, 55 Fiction, The World's Shortest Stories: Murder, Love, Horror, Suspense, All This and Much More in the Most Amazing Short Stories Ever Written, Each One Just 55 Words Long and 55 Fiction, The World's Shortest Stories of Love and Death.
Moss was born in Riverside, Calif. September 18, 1948, to Harry Walter Moss, an attorney, and Elizabeth Ann Donnellan Moss, a psychiatric social worker, both World War II veterans. He died of complications of epilepsy in his garden in San Luis Obispo on April 24, 2005. He was buried in San Luis Obispo's Old Mission Cemetery, where his headstone bears some of his cartoons.
The Steve Moss Memorial Scholarship in Journalism was founded by his family and friends to support journalism students at California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo.[4] Its endowment is managed by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation.

Steve Moss 1966

MOSTEAD, Charles –
Charles John Mostead was born on April 15, 1948. He died on June 15, 2009 at 61 years of age.

Charles Mostead 1966

MUCCI, Michael - Michael Noel Mucci was born on Jan 1, 1948 in Newport Rhode Island and died in Idaho Falls, ID on June 25, 2007. He served in the Navy from Sept 27, 1967 to Sept 16, 1969. We’ve been unable to locate family. (No photo in Campanile 10th, 11th or 12th grade.)

MYERS, Michael - Thank you to his sister, Laura Orton (aka Rosemary Myers Wilson ‘68)
    Mike had a free spirit and was a very sensitive little boy. He loved playing his guitar, banjo, and harmonica. He could pick up any instrument and play it. and did. He loved animals, especially dogs, and nature. He had a green thumb and as a young boy successfully grafted all kinds of things together. He loved to read -- especially educational things -- and read the whole set of encyclopedias. He was very artistic, drawing all the time. He played football, basketball, and baseball in school. His friends were very important to him. He was offered many scholarships in football but decided on a more carefree lifestyle.
     Mike was a lumberjack for a long time. He worked with the last team of horses in Oregon. He was in an industrial fishing accident and hurt his back and was in a lot of pain. He was married several times and had a daughter. When my mom and I visited him in Oregon he told us he was surprised he made it to sixty. He died shortly after that visit on 1/27/08.
      I loved my brother very much. He was very special to my parents and to me.

NECOCHEA, Timothy –

Timothy Ross Necochea was born on May 31, 1948 in California and died on November 20, 1997 at the age of 49. Timothy last resided in California.

Timothy Necochea 1965

NEFF, Lynn – Thank you to Mike Allison (Wilson ‘66) for this loving tribute:

     As I write about Lynn, I'm encouraged by the other entries that have several contributors. For the '66 reunion of so many of Lynn's good friends, I can't begin to tell her story adequately, simply because she was so much in so many ways, and to so many people. It will "take a village" to remember Lynn properly, since even my relationship with her as youthful (9th grade) suitor, high school steady boyfriend, as close a friend as a sixties-enslaved adolescent could be, husband at 19 (she was 19 as well), and father of our two wonderful boys - seems narrow in retrospect.
     For this reason, and because our marriage sadly ended in 1997 after ten years, while we were both still only 28, I sincerely hope many who knew her best over the years will pitch in and take up where I must necessarily leave off, and complete the portrait of such an extraordinary, gifted woman - and Bruin!
     I was a devout surfer in 1962, at age 14, at a time when surf spots were still uncrowded, and 72d Place at the end of the peninsula - "7-2" - was a popular spot where East Long Beach local guys enjoyed a break that was predictably average, but where we could be assured of friendlies, uncrowded waves and, in winter, a big, welcome bonfire.
     When I say "guys" I mean it quite literally, which brings me to a few unspoken rules in surfing etiquette at the time: 1). Girls didn't surf (see "bonfire", where gregarious girls in "two pieces" were a definite plus, for girls' "proper" role). They did not know the first thing about surfing, in our opinion, and were a nuisance, pure and simple; 2). When you were on a wave, usually alone and with plenty of maneuvering room, you made a genuine effort to avoid hitting a surfer paddling out so he could make it over or through the wave; 3). No one ever asked to borrow a stranger's board. He was certain to be met with an emphatic "no", and regarded thereafter as unwelcome baggage, and undeserving of a spot at the bonfire.
     So it was with genuine incredulity, one particular morning, that I looked up while paddling out to see this admittedly quite attractive girl, standing goofy-foot atop a surfboard on a steep right shoulder and bearing down on me for all she was worth. My mind instantly reasoned, as I climbed the face of the wave, that if she could get the board going to the right, she could at least get it back to straight off, and would. I was wrong. Lynn didn't move so much as an eyelash. Instead, she ran me over. I mean, her board ran straight over mine, and if I hadn't rolled at the last second, the outcome would have been much worse.
     As we waded in to retrieve our boards, Lynn only smiled, as I surveyed the damage to mine, and apologized in the nicest, most disarmingly sincere way. Little did I know.
     Then, as if to compound an already difficult situation, having been summarily ordered by the owner to immediately return the borrowed board she was riding, the moment we both reached the sand Lynn asked to borrow mine! Without a moment's hesitation, I responded with an emphatic "no!" I loaned my beautiful, hard-earned, and lovingly cared-for Harbour surfboard to no one - least of all to some strange girl who had just run me down!
     Exactly what happened next is lost to history. Instead, it lives on in the lore of how Lynn and I began what was to become a truly extraordinary romantic relationship and friendship that would span the next 15 years. As it turned out, Lynn's best friend, Donna Raney, was going steady with my best friend, Bob Green. For no reason other than the two friends thought it would be nice to have a couple to "double" with, they told Lynn that I was absolutely wild for her - and vice versa! So Lynn and I each took supreme and totally unjustified confidence into a relationship that, unencumbered by the customary adolescent awkward self-consciousness, blossomed with amazing speed and depth.
     Before we knew it, we were totally immersed in a romantic summer together, going steady while at the same time trying to figure out how it was going to work with her starting Wilson in the fall while I would be attending St. Anthony's, both of us as sophomores. That nagging question would not only represent a logistical challenge for us over the next two years, it would unfortunately introduce a basic instability into our relationship that would hold it back and, compounded my lagging maturity and growing insecurity while Lynn's social life and popularity at Wilson grew, both in and outside of sorority life (popularity she never sought out. It naturally found her), it would upend it.
     So much of Lynn's attractiveness was her drive to be herself at all costs. From that flowed her innate, natural ability to immediately put people at ease, most often by means of her extraordinary, original sense of humor (many saw in Lynn an uncanny similarity to Phyllis Diller at her driest, wittiest, most satirical best). Her friends were often among the least popular outsiders (witness yours truly), each feeling safe to be their best, most relaxed self around her and others nearby. I still shake my head in wonder at my willingness to accompany Lynn to Wilson Canteen dances on Friday night just to be with her. The fact that I, an outsider and surfer who was taking one of the most popular Wilson girls "off the market" while appearing to revel in my good fortune at school dances didn't get a regular, weekly shellacking was a true testament to the respect with which Lynn was regarded by her male classmates and friends, especially the many potential suitors in the regular crowd.
     Lynn was always among the first to stand up for the underdog, and, when necessary, to take the most popular down a notch if she thought they were being unfair. While I don't know for sure, I can only imagine the number of yearbooks where Lynn's warm message and signature stood out among only a few entries. And while she flourished in Ami sorority life and cherished her membership as a gateway to so many genuine, close friendships, she never took herself seriously or regarded herself highly because if it. Further, while she enjoyed sports and school sporting events, she was not enamored with "letter" athletes, much to my relief and benefit.
     In fact, Lynn was not enamored with, which is to say personally drawn to, anyone who did not first earn her respect. And the way to do this was, first, to treat everyone respectfully. In addition, Lynn respected intellect, humor, honesty, kindness, empathy, and moral courage in an individual. And this is no wonder, since these are the very qualities others - and I - saw in Lynn. This of course set the bar high for me and continually challenged me to grow - a challenge I could certainly have met better at times. Fortunately, Lynn could also be very forgiving when it was most needed, and this proved to be an invaluable trait at times in our relationship.
     All this is not to say I was a bad boyfriend, husband, or father - only that I proved in the long run to be incapable of sustaining my end on the path we had chosen: married at nineteen, students with no real supporting income, big plans and dreams that required a level of consistent strength, courage, and effort. Sadly, I was simply incapable of delivering enough of these qualities to help make our relationship work over time. I point this out for one reason only, and that is to serve as a preface to, and context for the truly important point here: that Lynn never knowingly fell short on her end. Like me she was young, however - too young to marry and pursue the dreams that were not yet anywhere near within our reach.
     To wrap things up on a fondly reminiscent note, let me close by saying that life every day with Lynn was new, exciting, challenging in the best of ways, and always had an element of fun and humor. She brought two amazing boys, now exceptionally fine young men, into the world and our life. I was deeply saddened when I heard of Lynn's passing. Still, I was heartened by the memories of the many good times we had, and of all those lives that were so much better for having been touched by her.
     Thanks so much for this opportunity.

               – Mike Allison

P.S.     She was by nature destined to become friends with so many people at Wilson, I hope many who knew her well and loved her will pitch in to help complete her story, much like those who with special, personal knowledge contribute to fill in an already rich and engaging entry.

Wilson '66 friend Karen Cohee added:
     Lynn and I became great friends through being AMI sisters and spent many fun times together. I sewed many outfits for her-we loved to “swap” shoes (she had 50 pairs!) and clothes! After high school, she decided to try Dental Assisting and encouraged me to try, too. Together we enrolled in the Los Angeles College of Medical and Dental Assistants. This field was not to be Lynn’s calling- little did I know that this decision would alter the course of my career path. I did find my calling – married a Dentist and went on to get a degree in Microbiology and became a Registered Dental Hygienist. I still practice – have been in the dental field since 1968 ! Sometimes I wonder if I should still “thank” her, haha. Mike’s words rang so true, Lynn was one of a kind. I would describe her as ADORABLE!    – Karen Cohee Dill

Lynn Neff 1966

Lynn Neff & Mike Allison Wedding 1967

O'CONNOR, Maureen – This story was lovingly shared by her husband, Douglas Decker (also class of 1966):
     I first saw Maureen in 9th grade typing class at Rogers Middle School. I still remember how she looked that day, a lovely girl in her gray, Miss Pat dress. One afternoon, when we were at Wilson High School, I saw Maureen performing on a Dance Party TV show with her all girl rock ‘n roll band, The She’s. I was totally impressed. “What a babe!” I remember thinking. A couple years later we crossed paths again, while singing in the same choir. Her voice was so incredibly beautiful that I fell in love with her at first sight. We were together for 47 wonderful years.
     Music was Maureen’s life. She sang, played piano and guitar, and composed her own original music. She recorded six record albums, including the critically acclaimed “Granfalloon” by her band Laser Pace. In the 1980’s she began composing and performing spiritual music for meditation and healing. Because I’m also a musician, I consider myself lucky to have worked with her on numerous music projects.
     Maureen was a member of SAG and AFTRA, and sang professionally primarily on commercials for Fortune 500 companies. She also received credentials in Physical Therapy and worked for South Bay doctors for about a decade. In 1992, for the next 20 years, she taught singing at Accent Music in Lakewood Village. On a personal note, Maureen’s friends enjoyed her irresistible (rebellious) and irreverent sense of humor. She loved yoga and studied at the Integral Yoga Institute. Maureen also studied at the Gemological Institute of America and developed a lifelong interest in gemstones.
     Whether she was working as a Musician, Physical Therapist, Singing Teacher or Astrologer, she enjoyed interacting with others. In 2011, Maureen was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, fought bravely for three years, and passed away on August 17, 2014. All in all she was beloved, not only by me, but by all those who knew her. You can visit her website at www.MVOConnor.com

Maureen O'Connor 1966

Maureen O'Connor 2010

ORRIS, Pamela – Taken from an obituary found online. Attempts to locate family were unsuccessful:
Pamela Joy Logan-Highland, resident of Napa, passed away at her mother’s home on July 26, 2011. Pam was born on Jan. 15, 1948, in Tacoma, Wash., to James Orris and Anna Orris. She relocated to Long Beach, Calif., where she continued elementary school and later graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1966.
The family settled in Napa in 1966, where she began her career as a beautician and worked at many different locations. Pam was loved by many clients that she had an ongoing relationship with and continued to do their hair for many years. She donated her time to Celebrations in Flight White Dove Releases, which was something she was passionate about. Her love to help others and give to others will be remembered.

Pamela Orris 1966

PADGITT, Kathleen – Thank you to her daughter, Deja Brimhall, for sharing this information with us, and to her brother Dexter (Wilson ‘68) for his help as well:

   After graduation from Wilson, Kathi went to work and stayed in Long Beach. In July of 1969, she married John Carrigan. In the 70’s they moved to Noxon, MT. They welcomed their daughter, Deja, in July of 1976. Kathi worked for the US Forest Service. She and John divorced and in the early 80s, mother and daughter moved to Orting, WA soon after the historic eruption of Mount St. Helens. For a time, she and Deja lived in a camper on the property of a friend and later moved to a home on the Puyallup River. In the mid-‘80s, she met and married Greg Lorenson. She worked as a machinist at a company that made parts for Boeing. A serious back injury (a fall while stocking inventory) left her unable to continue that job, and she was sent back to school to further her education.
     She earned her degree as a Para Educator at Tacoma Community College, and began a very successful 20-year career as an educational support professional in the Resource Classroom at Graham Elementary. The light of her life was, without doubt, her two granddaughters, Samara and Annika. She relished her role as a grandmother. She also loved gardening, and having inherited significant artistic ability from her own mother, she was a wonderful calligrapher.
     She never retired, and had planned to return to work in the fall of 2012. Unexpectedly, Kathi Lorenson died on July 12, 2012, at the age of 64 from complications of the diabetes which she had dealt with for many years. In addition to her husband, daughter, granddaughters and brother, she left behind her beloved “Graham Grizzlies” students, and countless friends.
     Deja wanted to share that every day( every single day), Kathi sang “You Are My Sunshine” to Samara and Annika, over the phone if not in person. The girls will cherish her memory forever, for it seems -- coincidentally -- she was their sunshine as well.

Kathleen Padgitt 1966

Kathleen Padgitt 1997

Kathi Padgitt & brother Dexter

PATTERSON, Herb – Herb passed away in May of 2014. The following comments were gathered by John D. Wilson, including his own memories of Herb and those of several other friends:
     John Wilson: Herb and I were friends for over 50 years. Herb was a kind, generous, and loyal friend. He was a man of many talents and interests, as the memories of his friends and family will show. He was married to Kathleen Marie Lindemann for 35 years.
      I first met Herb in Miss Rossow’s Speech and Drama class at Rogers Jr. High. It was 9th grade and I had just transferred in from Parochial School and was trying to find my place in a new environment. Luckily this class had some exceptional people in it. By the nature of the subject matter and the guidance of Miss Rossow we were encouraged to let our imaginations run free. This allowed me to make many friends that I still cherish. Herb and I bonded on a ride to an All-City speech contest in Miss Rossow’s Volkswagen bug. There were six of us. Tom Trolinger was relegated to the package tray behind the back seat!
     After that Herb and I remained close for 50 years. There were the early morning drives down the coast to check out the surf. The trips to the Ash Grove on Melrose to see old blues men and the Firesign Theater. After Linda and I married, Herb was a frequent visitor. He was an uncle to our children and a confidant to us. He was kind and generous to all, and initiated our tradition of watching “The Outer Limits” with the sound off, and making up dialogue to amuse ourselves.
      Herb lived quite a few years on Mira Mar Avenue with Ron Draucker in an apartment crammed with books and music and friends. It was there he met his wife, Kathleen, a next door neighbor. Some time after they were married they moved into a condo in Leucadia where he spent the rest of his life. His collections of music, comic books, graphic art and books soon filled the house. His cooking was delightful and adventurous and was complemented by Kathleen’s killer desserts!    I have gathered together a number of stories and remembrances from his friends which I think will add to our appreciation of Herb Patterson.
     Kathleen Lindemann Patterson: I have memories of a man always there…a man who was punctual, smart, funny, well-spoken, respectful to all and secure in himself. Memories of a husband who truly loved cooking for us all and who was most comfortable and happy hosting family and friends in his home… a husband who was truly happiest in our home. My partner of 38 years. Memories of an honest, ethical, caring human being who will be missed – but not forgotten.
     Les Inanchy: Don't know if anyone else related this bit of history on Herb. Ron might know more of the details, since he was there. It was when Herb had his Volvo 544. He had spent time and money getting it into great shape, including a bright red paint job. One day he went out for a drive on Orange County S18, the road where we all used to practice our driving skills. He had Ron Draucker and Irene Ordon along for the ride. Herb was hanging it out on the turns when he spun the car around on a curve and slid backward into the hillside. Luckily no one was hurt badly if I remember, but the car was pretty well totaled. I believe he told his dad that a deer had run out into the road and he swerved to avoid it. Don't know how believable the story was. Consequently, Herb ended up with (I think) a 57 Ford from his father's car lot. Needless to say, this didn't fit Herb's personality at the time. As a fitting gift, Harry and I bought Herb a Brody knob for the steering wheel so Herb could drive like a real low rider, but I think it was more of an irritation than a help because he soon removed it. Don't think it had a naked lady on the knob, but can't be absolutely certain.
     Harry (Sam) Thuet: Hope this is helpful, and hope I got the details right. After all, it's been 50 years or so. I am biting my tongue a bit here. Don’t know what Herb would have wanted. Most of the interesting stories I have aren’t exactly fit for general consumption. Some of the things I remember fondly (and/or with amusement).His lifelong love of music, and the incredibly eclectic nature of his tastes. He took me to my only rock concert, Pink Floyd in a warehouse in Wilmington somewhere. He liked most genres, but particularly rock and jazz. He became a connoisseur of the live performance.
     The comic books and graphic art collecting. He was the archetypical collector who bought his Ferrari, founded his small business, bought his first house (maybe a bit true) from the proceeds of his collection. With the internet age he was able to use his accumulated knowledge and collection as a work from home job.
I had some fairly detailed conversations with him during his later life about stock investing. This became the other half of his computer-based later life career. While I think he was a fairly conventional long term investor in most regards, I think that the thing that gave
him the most satisfaction was finding small companies and researching the heck out of them. He had a number of San Diego County based firms that he invested in. Maybe he was the person they least wanted at their annual meeting but I am sure he offered probing questions.
His later-life social advocacy, along with his wife Kathleen. He fought tirelessly to expose and oppose the backroom deals between the planners and developers in his beachside community. He became a master of the “letter to the editor. “
     Eric Metzgar: It's a funny thing. Even though Herb has been gone almost two years ago now, I am reminded of stock phrases and words that he would use when I hear other people saying them. "Sounds like a plan" and "That's reasonable" were common expressions he would use to sum up our discussions on one thing or another. But one expression in particular was special — "Thrillseeker!" — said with such delight and comic approval that I could not help but feel energized and supported by him. For me it demonstrated his love for witty, outside of the box, devil may care, freewheeling thought. But on the flip side Herb was also the consummate intellectual. Debating any issue with him was tantamount to a full-on examination of a mind-blowing range of ideas. His personality valued both rational knowledge and the creative arts and he shared both with his friends unreservedly. Now I can hear him say to me, "Really? Unreservedly? Come on now, get real, nobody uses those words anymore!"
      His passions were conversation, the good fight, music, art, cinema, comics, and food; not necessarily in that order of course, but as a chef and master of the smoker grill he was legendary. One story in particular I would like to share because it demonstrates, I think, Herb's amazing range of thought. We went to see a Jimi Hendrix Concert at The Shrine Auditorium in '68. The shock waves of the music were incredible. We could SEE the sound because people's bodies would move in unison, row after row, as the visceral force of Jimi's guitar riffs swept over the audience — like a field bending to gusts of wind — flowing back and forth. After it was all over Herb speculated that Jimi had hit the ambient pitch of the auditorium ... when The Shrine itself becomes a resonating entity. That night, Herb claimed that Hendrix had literally played not only his guitar but also The Shrine, too, like an instrument, incorporating the vibrations bouncing off the walls of the house into the rhythms of his music. Herb liked to talk about such things. He was that kind of guy. I shall miss him dearly.
      Jim Williamson: He had the most expressive face. In junior high, we would gather at his house to play Continental Risk. One afternoon, Harry Thuet ended the game after two grueling hours by smashing the board with his fist. Pieces flew everywhere. I looked at Herb and saw all the stages of grief march across his face, from denial to rage to acceptance (if not forgiveness). He was large and moved ever so slowly. When we played blind man’s bluff in Jim Howlett’s pool, he was always, perpetually, it. You could swim up behind him, administer a bear hug, and still elude his grasp. He had wonderful comic timing. Once, in Speech and Drama class at Rogers, Miss Rossow assigned an impromptu skit. I was given the role of Benedict Arnold who was plotting his defection to the British in a tavern. Others played my co-conspirators. Herb played the waiter. No script of course, we had to make up our lines as we went. I cannot recall what we said or did until Herb came on stage. He had his right hand raised holding an imaginary tray. He carried an imaginary towel draped on his left arm. He looked me straight in the eye and said: “Would you like eggs, Benedict?” I lost it; the class exploded in laughter; Miss Rossow almost fell out of her chair. A perfect line delivered perfectly, stealing the show.
     Chris Wilson: (John & Linda’s son…Herb was with John awaiting his birth) My Memories of Herb: -Sitting in his bean bags watching football with all of my parents’ friends at his Mira Mar apartment … -Don’t go in the room with ultra-violet lights and tin foil on the windows. -My personalized mixed-tapes that always told me Herb listened to me when we talked and cared about my interests …-My Sheena, Queen of the Jungle T-shirt that NO other 12 year old had, that made me feel so cool. - His delicious bean dip. -Going to LACMA and the Japanese Museum with Herb and Kathleen. - The Mira Mar apartment, I remember lava lamps, comic books, interesting art and fun, fun, fun. -The day Shel Silverstein died, Herb e-mailed me the sweetest message about reading that book to me. I share that with my students every year.
     Ron Draucker: The “Apartment – 386 Mira Mar. Herb’s and my first adult residence … “adult” being a relative term. We quickly became known as the “odd couple” with two Walter Matthaus. Our first appliance – a TV. First beverage – wine. First furniture – bean bag chair. Heat, tables, chairs, beds, etc. came sometime later. It was the best of times,
     We learned a lot in that apartment: TV is more fun with the colors turned way up. Tie-died t-shirts are suitable for all occasions. Bean bag chairs can grab you and hold you down on the floor for many hours under certain circumstances. If you sample the white Russians prior to a party, you won’t remember much about the party. If you own a Sound of Music album, never play it when Herb is around. Some jazz is truly unintelligible. If you spray paint the fridge while it is still in the kitchen and don’t mask off the rest of the kitchen you will draw the ire of the manager. A Volvo 544/444 is the best car in the world. However, Herb learned that if you invite 2 friends to go out for a “drive” on hwy S18, the car will corner differently than when you were in it alone. And when your parents find out that you rolled your Volvo on S18, they will replace it with a 4,000lb ’57 Ford Fairlane that you will have to drive until you can afford something else. What I learned on that occasion was to put on my *%#!@* seat belt. We also learned that the term “recreational” can mean way more than just “exercise”.
     In general, we learned that parties, music, books (yes even comics), good times and general foolishness are all absolutely essential. More importantly, we learned about friends. All of this would have been quite meaningless without the many friends that were with us so much of the time. The world doesn’t care a bit if you or I exist. Only our friends do that.
     What would Herb say about all this? Actually, he said it many times: “I am here for a good time and when it’s over, it’s over.” He would follow that up with a quote from our mutual friend Jimi - “See you in the next world. Don’t be late”. But that doesn’t quite cover it all. Herb’s legacy includes the music we would have never heard, the discussions that we would have missed, the thoughts we never would have thunk and the good times we might never have had without his presence.

Herb Patterson 1966

Herb Patterson 1986

PEARL, Brian – Adapted from an article found thru “Bridges for Hope”:

Brian Pearl was born January 20, 1947 in Seattle, Washington and moved with his family in 1953 to Long Beach, California. He graduated from Long Beach State University with a B.A. and a Masters in Political Science. While at Long Beach State he was active in Jewish life. He became treasurer and then president of the Hillel at the school and also was treasurer of American Students for Israel. Through both organizations he was involved with the cause of the plight of Soviet Jews.
Following graduation he worked for the California Department of Motor Vehicles in various capacities for twenty-seven years. During the last fifteen years, he was a hearing officer for the department in San Bernardino County.
While he was working in San Diego in 1982, he met his wife, Crystal Lionne, at a Jewish singles Hanukah dance. The following year they were married at Temple Beth Israel there. Throughout his working years he was also active in local causes such as programs to feed the homeless in the San Bernardino area and volunteered helping people with mental disabilities. Following heart surgery in 1998, he became active in Mended Hearts, an organization that visits heart patients in the hospital. He was treasurer and then president of the San Bernardino Chapter.
Brian and Crystal traveled together throughout Asia, Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean and Mexico. Through their travels they had acquired a sense of how people outside the US live and think about life. They learned that there is much need in the world to help others with basic needs in life.
In 2010, after retiring from the Department of Motor Vehicles, Brian and his wife decided to make Aliyah to Haifa, Israel. Their reasons for making Aliyah were many but foremost in their minds was the fact that after traveling to Israel they fell in love with the country and specifically Haifa. After coming to Haifa, they had become active in several organizations for English speaking immigrants. They also had the opportunity to tutor English to school children in four different schools in Haifa. Brian was especially fond of the class he taught in an elementary school where he was privileged to teach five wonderful students.
Through his work in the community of Haifa and tutoring in the public schools, Brian had become aware of the immense problem of lack of food for many students. There were many children all over Haifa that came to school every day without breakfast or even a sandwich for lunch. He hoped that through working with Bridges to Hope that this problem could begin to be alleviated. He also supported the other wings of the organization and was looking forward to seeing positive changes occur in Haifa through the work of Bridges to Hope.
Sadly, Brian passed away on Oct. 6, 2013. His goal of helping the children in Haifa and the north of Israel with food, clothes and other special projects is continued thru the Bridges of Hope “Brian Pearl Memorial Fund for Children”.

Brian Pearl 1966

Brian Pearl 2011

PETTERSON, Steven – Thank you to fellow grad Jim Williamson for these fond memories:
Steve, we go back a long way. I remember the time I walked home with you from Fremont Elementary and we bonded by digging up the pet rabbit you had buried. We hunted for frogs at your cabin in Blue Jay. We sat together on those long bus rides to Grand Canyon with the YMCA gang during our Rogers years. I remember the time I scored two touchdowns for you in an intermural football game. You were a gifted athlete Steve, but more than that, you were a true leader. You inspired us all to play our best for you.
When I ran my best race in the mile at Wilson, I remember how you came over to the track from the baseball diamond to cheer me on. I see you standing there in full gear – catcher’s helmet, chest protector, and leg guards – still calling me “Willie” from the old days. It is the image of you that I will carry with me while I live, Steve. I am honored to have been your friend.

(Before Jim had shared these comments, we had found public records that Steven died in San Diego in July of 1997. He was just 49 years of age. Attempts were made to get more information from family members, but brought no success.)

Steve Petterson 1966

PILLITTERE, Frank – Obituary found online:

   Hastings resident, Frank Anthony Pillittere, 59,   died, Wednesday, February 14, 2007 at Perkins Pavilion, GSV. Memorial services were held in Long Beach, CA.
    Mr. Pillittere was born November 8, 1947 to Anthony and Dorothy (Caldwell) Pillittere, in New Orleans, LA. He was in the Army from April 9, 1968 to March 23, 1970 and served during the Vietnam War.
     He married Beth Aflague, December 27, 1989. He had lived most of his life in Long Beach, CA, moving to Hastings in 1999, coming from Tulsa, OK. He had been a manager for Boeing for 32 years. Frank was loved very much by everyone.
     He is survived by, his wife Beth of Hastings, NE, 1 daughter, Tami Westerkamp, and 1 son Troy Pillittere both of Long Beach, CA, 1 step son, Michael McGill of Phoenix, AZ, 2 grandchildren, 3 sisters, Cathy Murray, Vicki Perone and Tony Fizdale all of Long Beach, CA. Mother and Father in law, Ricky and Jean Aflague, of Hastings, NE, 5 brother-in-laws, Ronald Aflague, Mark Aflague both of Hastings,Michael Aflague, Allen of Arizona and Steve Aflague of California. And many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Frank Pillitere 1966

Frank Pillitere

RAGLAND, Bruce – Thanks to his sister, Priscilla (‘68), for sharing:
     Grady “Bruce” Ragland was born in Long Beach on October 21, 1948. His parents are Dorothy and Grady Ragland, and he has three siblings: Priscilla Ragland Hoge (class of ’68), Debi Ragland Neibling-Lorbeer (class of ’69), and Brian Allen Ragland (class of ’72).
     Bruce’s interests were numerous, but his greatest passion was flying. He earned his private pilot’s license by the age of 16, and went on to earn a private commercial pilot’s license before graduating from Wilson in 1966. To say he loved flying was an understatement!
     Upon graduation he immediately enrolled in the U.S. Army’s Warrant Officer Candidate School, training to become a helicopter pilot. He mastered piloting a variety of military aircraft, including the “Huey” helicopter. He served an intense tour in Vietnam, and walked away with many honors, including a purple heart. He remained in the Army for 20 years, completing tours in Germany and Korea, and retired with the rank of Captain.
     Bruce had an eclectic joy for life: he was an excellent chef (he made THE best beef stroganoff), was an accomplished photographer, and collected cars and motorcycles (he maintained them for fun!).   You could be assured of an extraordinarily entertaining and good time if Bruce was present!
     He passed away much too soon on October 7, 1987, leaving his family with many fond memories.

Bruce Ragland 1966

Bruce Ragland approx. 1967

Bruce Ragland around 1980s

REGISTER, Linda – with thanks to her husband Ken Sparks for this insight:

Unfortunately Linda passed away of an apparent heart attack in July of 96. She leaves two daughters: Laura Sparks (born 1984), and Amanda Sparks (born 1986).
We were married in April 1969 in Downey California and moved to Mentone, CA. We bought a house in Riverside, CA., and then onto Fairfield, CA, and after some years went to San Diego, CA. Linda helped me build a house in Jamul, CA. We finally ended up in Glenwood, Md. and Linda helped me build a Victorian home there.
At the time of her passing she was working at Legal Aid in Maryland.
She is greatly missed by all of us.

Linda Register 1966

REIS, Ronald – Information found online:
Ronald Gregory Reis was born April 2, 1947 in Long Beach, CA and died Oct. 13, 2004 in Long Beach. He was in the Army from April 18, 1967 - April 17, 1969. We have been unable to locate family members.

Ron Reis 1966

RICHARD, Diane – Article published in the Press-Telegram 2009
Diane Brown, 60, Wilson High principal achieved her dream...

For Diane Brown, becoming principal of her alma mater, Wilson High School, was a long-held dream. A former elementary school teacher, Brown rose up the ranks to become principal at four Long Beach schools, most recently Wilson, from which she graduated in 1966. "She wanted to end her career at Wilson," her daughter Jill Wyche said. "That was her dream and her mission."

     Brown, who became Wilson's co-principal three years ago, died January 20, 2009 as a result of complications from colorectal cancer. She was 60. "She lived for education," Wyche said. "Kids first ... I think she made not just kids, but teachers and parents believe, believe in yourself." It was a sign of her dedication that Brown, who was on medical leave when she died, was readying for a return to Wilson, even doing school paperwork in her hospital bed last week, she said. "She believed that she was going to come back to Wilson and that she was going to continue working for a few more years," said Wyche, a Long Beach teacher. Despite her painful illness, Brown "never complained," she added. "She would never ask for help. She never made excuses."
     Brown was born into a working-class family in Providence, R.I., in 1948. Her family moved to Long Beach when she was 9 years old. Her parents emphasized the need for a quality education, Brown's sister Deborah Richard said. Their father never finished college, and their mother had not completed high school, Richard said. "That's why they pushed education, because they knew that if you wanted to have choices in life and take care of yourself that you had to have an education," Richard said. "And it was something my sister loved, and it was just her forte. "And she dedicated her life to it, improving education," Richard added.
     A Cal State Long Beach graduate, Brown joined the Long Beach Unified School District in 1971 as a teacher at McKinley Elementary. In 1995, she became principal at Longfellow Elementary. She went on to serve in the same capacity at Harte Elementary and Stephens Middle School before joining Wilson.
     Brown was a dedicated principal who sometimes worked late at home doing paperwork, sleeping only three hours a night, said her friend and former Long Beach school principal Beverly James. But she was energetic at school the next day, James said. "No matter how tired she was, she was able to say `Good, good morning' to everyone," James added. Brown regularly kept educational research books beside her bed, she said. "No matter what, she always read to see if there was something that she could do better for kids," James added.
     Brown is survived by her sister Deborah Richard, daughter Jill Wyche and husband Antoni Wyche, son Justin Brown and grandchild Keilah Wyche.

Diane Richard 1966

ROARK, James Bartlet "Bart" – with thanks to his wife, Betty for sharing this story:

Bart was already preenlisted with the Air Force when he graduated, and left for training in August 66. He was one of the fortunate few who never went to Vietnam, even though he volunteered several times. On a home leave in May 1968, he met his future wife, Betty Livingston, (Millikan 66 grad), and after four dates and then a year and a half of letters, he asked her to fly to Germany to marry him. Lucky for both of them, she did and they were married in Switzerland in 1970.
Bart was a printer for the Air Force, which then led to transition to Graphic Specialist . He was working at the USAFE Headquarters at Ramstein AFB in Germany when it was bombed by the Bader Meinhof terrorist group and was awarded a Meritorious Service Award for his actions after the bombing. He served 22 years, retiring in Las Vegas, where he had settled with Betty and his two children, Bethany and Brian. He then hired on at the local community college as a printer, a job he held the rest of his life.
Throughout his life he shared his free time volunteering with children's activities. He was a Boy Scout leader for many years, highlighted by his trip with a troop of scouts from the American bases in Germany to an international Scout jamboree in Norway. He was inducted into the Boy Scout Honor Society of the Order of the Arrow for his efforts. He also was the adult advisor for "Guide Dogs for the Blind" puppy raisers in Las Vegas. Every summer found him in the kitchen at the Scout summer camp and every winter at the Christmas tree sale fund raisers. His friends and family cannot remember him ever saying "no" if anyone needed help. Sadly, he was suddenly taken from his family in June 1994 at the age of 46 from a massive heart attack. We miss him to this day.

Bart Roark 1966

Bart Roark 1984

RUSSELL, James – It's come to our attention recently that the original post below regarding how Jim passes away might be incorrect. A very good friend of Jim', Gary Ashcroft, informed us that Jim was not a Vietnam casualty, but died shortly after his discharge from the U.S. Army. Jim was tragically killed about April 8, 1975, in an Iowa highway accident while driving back to California. His memorial service, which I attended, was held at the Congregational church on Atherton St. near Bellflower Blvd. I don't have contact information, but he did have two surviving sisters who, if still living, could easily confirm this.

Previously, Linda Cummings Adler '66 informed us that Jim died very early in Viet Nam. She and her husband, Dave Adler '66, knew Jim when he worked at the corner market on the peninsula next to their record store. He was a very sweet and kind person. Linda stated that he really didn't belong in such a tough situation fighting a losing battle over there.

Jim Russell

SAGEHORN, Steve – Submitted by Don Gabor with the help of and on behalf of the ESB:

   Steve Sagehorn was one of the Eastside Boys (ESB) who we fondly referred to as the "Ageless Sage" because of his quiet wisdom, easy-going smile, and "gosh, awe shucks" chuckle. Steve was my oldest ESB friend and the guy that I and the other Eastsiders looked up to, literally, from our days in elementary school, junior high, high school, college, our ESB annual reunions (still going strong), and right up until his passing.
     As part of Steve's memorial, his family gave those who attended the service a keepsake with a photo and words that people sent them that described Steve. Here are just a few of the many thoughts his friends and family shared on that memento: "big brother, kind husband, guitar player, humble, understanding, peaceful, provider, open-minded, loving and doting over daughters, artistic, protective, friendly, gifted athlete, generous, willing to stand up for others, unselfish, hard-working, colleague.
     A few more words about Steve: He was a devoted father and husband, dedicated teacher, an avid body surfer, and dreamed of owning a Corvette! Many of you may remember Steve as a gifted football and basketball player both at Hill Junior High and at Wilson. A highlight of both Steve's life and fellow ESB Steve Stage's life, was their six week adventure together as they traveled western Europe, commencing the week following graduation. As a way of wishing the Steves a bon voyage, several fellow Eastsiders saw them off at the airport after purchasing flight life insurance policies for their trip. (Of course, we were happy that they returned safely from their travels.)
     To those who were fortunate to know the "Ageless Sage," I think they will agree that these words paint an accurate picture-at least in part-of Steve's gentle, nurturing, and creative nature. To those who missed knowing this beautiful soul, I hope that this tribute gives you an idea of the person that so many of us knew and loved.
     I know that I speak for his ESB brothers, family and friends when I say that that although Steve is gone, his warm and loving spirit lives on inside all of us.

Steve Sagehorn 1966

Steve Sagehorn 2010

SANDER, Fred– Thank you to childhood friend, Joel Thompson ‘66, for this tribute:

   My family knew Fred - or Freddy as we knew him - long before my family moved from Lakewood to Long Beach. My father and Freddy's mother both worked for the Bellflower School District. My father considered Marie Sander a mentor and our parents were close friends. Since my mother wasn't working, one of Freddy's parents - they lived in Naples - would drop Freddy off at our house every weekday morning to be cared for by my mom.
     Marie, a psychologist, thought that since we spent so much time together before and after school, it would be best for Freddy and me to be in different classes in elementary school and she arranged that, both in Lakewood and later when my family moved to Long Beach. When we moved on to Rogers, Freddy was allowed to get himself to and from school and he and I weren't close during those school years.
     Our parents remained close, however, and when I briefly attended Cal State, Dominguez Hills, in 1970, I lived with the Sanders, since my parents had moved to Santa Cruz. Freddy and I discovered then a shared enthusiasm for some of the recreational beverages and substances that were popular in 1970 and we had some good times together.
     I lost contact with Freddy when Karen and I moved to Santa Cruz, but my father stayed in contact with Marie and was through her that I learned that Freddy had married, that his wife had given birth, and that, most sadly, Freddy had been killed in a traffic accident, leaving a child far too young to lose a loving father.

Fred Sander 1966

SCHAEFFER, Steven –
Steven Ray Schaeffer was born on April 5, 1948. He died on November 10, 2007 at 59 years of age.

Steve Schaffer 1965

SCHANTZ, Michael – written by his brother, Gary, class of 1966:

Michael was born March 17, 1948 and raised in Long Beach. He was married to Geraldine Schantz, and father to Kelly Moyer, Michael Ray Schantz, Katie Schantz, and Casey Schantz. He had five grandchildren: Ryan and Megan Moyer, Jenna Schantz, Alissa Schantz, and Benjamin Peck. He is survived by his twin, Gary Schantz.

Michael went to college at Long Beach City College, where he earned an AS Degree in Electronics Technology. He worked at several jobs in his lifetime and retired from Pep Boys Automotive. He developed cancer the last eight years of his life; he died July 30, 2010 at the age of 62. Gary said he had a good life and enjoyed his family.

Michael Schantz 1966

Michael Schantz (left) with brother Gary 2009

SCHATZ, Lyle – thank you to his brother, Spencer (class of 1962) for sharing this information: After graduation from Wilson, Lyle completed a couple of years of general studies at LBCC before turning his attention to the recording industry. He moved to West LA, and first worked for WEA (Warner Electra Asylum), beginning a lifelong career with focus on music promotion. He went on the road, coordinating the merchandising of items sold at concerts – for such big names as Eddie Rabbitt and other well-known musicians. He later was privileged to travel through Europe with the Siegal-Schwal Band, a tour headlined by the Rolling Stones.

His passion was music, and he had an extensive collection (of knowledge, as well as tangible items.) He was a very proficient videographer in the earliest years of video production. He also was a prolific poet and songwriter. Spencer eventually inherited about 75 boxes of vinyl records, as well as over 1200 VHS tapes.

Lyle never married but had a lot of girlfriends. His home base remained in Los Angeles, where he lived with two beloved cats. He traveled all over the US, plus South Africa and other destinations.. It should be told that he had been significantly overweight in high school ( and for some time into adulthood ) but thru self discipline and knowledge of nutrition, had corrected his eating habits -- and proudly lost a “huge amount” of weight, regaining his health. He stayed active to the end of his life. At the time of his death, he was studying at UCLA the “Avid” camera, equipment that mounted on a person on a gyroscopic track, sort of a “floating” process that allowed angle changes to be made smoothly and seamlessly.

A few days after the Northridge earthquake in January, 1994, he passed away suddenly of a heart attack. On the day he died, he had planned to meet a friend for lunch. Spencer stated that Lyle was a very talented, creative person, an individual who kept moving forward and enjoying life.

Lyle Schatz 1966

SCOTT, Karla –
Karla passed away on month day 2003, at age 39 in Indiana. ... Karla Marlene Scott was born to Louis Shorey Scott and Maurine Stella Scott.

Karla Scott 1966

SEVERSON, Vickie – Family members were contacted but they preferred we just use the following obituary:
Vicki Severson 1948 - 2010 Vicki Severson, 62, former resident of Seal Beach died September 8, 2010. She was born July 15, 1948 in Fargo, N.D. to Jeff and Virginia Severson. The family moved to Long Beach, CA from ND in 1958 after their home was destroyed by a tornado. She graduated from Wilson High and Cypress College and attended court reporting school. She worked as a legal stenographer for LA County Public Defender and sheriff's offices in Bellflower, Norwalk and Lakewood. She enjoyed working and retired after 24 years due to multiple sclerosis. With mobility a major issue, her favorite pastime was watching TV. She had an avid interest in football, because of her NFL brother, Jeff, and the 6 o'clock news because of her background in law enforcement. Her favorite events were birthday celebrations with her girlfriends and the annual Fourth of July family reunion at the home of her Uncle Richard Politiski in Santa Ana. Vicki was preceded in death by her father, Jeff Severson. She is survived by her mother, Virginia Severson; sister, Shelby Eastup (Paul) and her family, Paul, Amy, West and Kit; brother, Jeff and family Dana Windes (Cary), Gavin and C.J; and brother, Jerry and his family, Brandon, Sidney and Madison. Services were officiated by Father Kevin Reping at Forest Lawn on September 22, 2010, followed by a family and friends gathering at the residence of Kathy and Darrell Smiley in Tustin, CA.
Published in the Long Beach Press-Telegram on Oct. 21, 2010

Vickie Severson 1966

SHAFFER, John – Only information we could find is that John David Morton Shaffer was born in Kansas on July 12, 1948 and passed away in San Diego, CA on Feb 21, 1990. No photos were found in Campanile for 10, 11 or 12th.

SHAW, Chris – Thank you to his friend, Judy Sterling Clark ('69) for this insight:
Chris Shaw moved to Maui, HI in 1986. He valued his friends and was very loyal to them. As a result, he had many close friends, among them Don Trabert, Jim Anderson and Bill Werle. Chris was a natural athlete and excelled at basketball and swimming and loved the ocean. He had a great sense of humor and a true joy for life. Chris worked as a lifeguard before he moved to Maui, where he worked construction. It is my understanding that he is survived by two brothers.

Chris Shaw 1966

Chris Shaw, Judy Sterling & Bill Werle 1989

SHELLEY, Michelle – This information was shared by her childhood friend, Denny Mayfield (class of 1967.)   Efforts to reach family have brought no response as of yet:
      Denny recalled his early friendship with Michelle, while attending Bixby Elementary and later, Stanford Jr. High. As the only girl on the block, Michelle was forced into sort of a tomboy role, playing in the streets, “one of the boys.” A first and very brief marriage produced one son. She was employed for sometime in a dry-cleaning establishment in Long Beach, and remained in the area all her life. In 1976 she married Leroy Hinmon.
     Denny was not in contact with her in recent years, but did remember seeing her at one of the annual Skip Rowland golf tournaments. She did stay in touch with a few of her Wilson classmates. Michelle died in 2015 in Long Beach.

Classmate Karen COHEE Dill adds:
     Shelly and I stayed friends after graduation. My sweetest memory is of a gift she gave me when my son Cord was born - her grandmother had made an adorable patchwork baby quilt that quickly became his "hee-hee". It is still a treasured childhood keepsake that Cord still has. What a lovely friend to have.

Michelle Shelley 1966

SIEGERS, Lester – Information found online:
Lester Siegers was born in Surabaja Jav, Indonesia on Feb 13, 1948. He died Dec 13, 1992 in Santa Clara, CA and is buried at the Riverside National Cemetery. He served in the US Marine Corps in Vietnam. Lester became a close friend of Ralph “Rick” Clark (see story above) while at Jefferson Junior High. They remained friends from then on. Rick’s sister Cathy did share that he eventually died of complications from his service in Vietnam.We have been unable to contact family.

Lester Siegers 1966

SIMPSON, David – Information found online:

David Robert Simpson was born in Denver, Colorado May 11, 1948. He died Dec 4, 2000 and is buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Cypress, CA.

Dave Simpson 1966


Hello, Bart here... I can not take your call leave a message I have gone fishing I love you bro miss you more forever, your squirt.

SIRIGNANO, Larry – Information found online:
Larry David (Cairns) Sirignano ws born July 20, 1947 in Burlington, IA. He died May 16, 1972 in Seaside, Monterey County, CA. He is buried at All Souls Cemetery in Long Beach, CA. Family members are still trying to be reached.

Larry Sirignano date unknown

SODERMAN, Harold – Obituary found online:

Harold, also known as "Sod" by his biker brothers, went to be with our Heavenly Father on June 26, 2011, where he will forever rest in peace. He was born July 11, 1948 in Minneapolis, MN, son of Harold and Edna Soderman. He fought a long battle with bone cancer. He grew up in Long Beach, CA where he enjoyed surfing, dirt bike riding and waterskiing.

Upon graduation from Long Beach Wilson High School he joined the US Air Force to serve in the Vietnam War. He later became an avid rider and owner of many different Harley Davidson motorcycles. He was a business owner and operator of several businesses including a restaurant named, "Sod\'s Place", and A & H Vending named for Alicia and Harold.

He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Alicia of Hemet, CA; son, Marc Soderman and daughter, Monica Madrigal of Phoenix, AZ; brothers, Norman and Roger Soderman and sister, Nancy Kleist; cousin, Bruce Nelson, who was like a brother to him and his wife Cassie; and numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was a good friend to all he met in his journey through this life.

Harold Soderman 1966

Harold Soderman 2011

Harold Soderman 2002

SPIESMAN, Richard – Information found online:
Richard Thomas Spiesman was born Feb. 26, 1948 in San Diego, Calfornia. He died May 30, 1980 in Merced, CA. He was a Sergeant in the US Marine Corps in Viet Nam.

Richard Spiesman 1966

Richard Spiesman Grave Stone

STAUDINGER, Robert – Thank you to childhood friend and fellow grad Linda Atchley for this endearing tribute:

Robert was born Dec. 8, 1947 and died on April 3, 2011...

I will always smile and laugh when I think about him! He wanted to be called Bob but I called him Robert, just like his mother did. We got to know each other during our time at Jefferson Junior High and though I am not sure of exactly when we met, I know it was when we were dancing. We loved being wild and we loved music!

Although, Robert wasn't able to dance at the same ballroom studio where I did, I taught him everything he was willing to learn and he was a very talented natural dancer! With his strong and stubborn spirit, he was a ball of fire and we and our moms had a lot of fun times together. He and his mom even went to the Long Beach Municipal Auditorium to watch me dance and receive my Bronze Medal in Ballroom Dancing. That meant a lot to me.

Robert was a dear friend to me always but we went our separate ways in high school. I remember him being very close friends with Sammy and Jimmy Oliva and Jaymee Willison, who were also in our class at Wilson. I am so glad Robert and I had our fun and I hope he is dancin' up a storm with our moms.

Robert Staudinger 1966

SWAIM, Kathryn – Information found online:
Records indicate that Kathryn Ellen Swaim was born in Long Beach, CA on July 27, 1948. She married Roger Lawson on July 25, 1970 in Los Angeles. Kathryn died May 19, 2001. We have been unable to reach family. (Birth Index states SWAIM, but but many popularized her name as SWAIN. Brother John cannot be found under either spelling.)

Kathryn Swaim 1966

SWITZER, John – Thank you to his brother, Howard Switzer:

After high school, John went to Long Beach Community College. He took classes in radio broadcasting and had a show that ran on the campus radio station called “Brother John”. He then joined the Army and served 2 ½ years as Military Police in Saigon, Vietnam. When he finished his time there, he served as security on the East Coast.
While stationed on the East Coast, John met his wife, Mary Switzer. They had one son, Chris Switzer. After his time in the military, he worked at a steel mill in Pennsylvania for a short time and then returned to Long Beach, CA with his family. He then became employed as a Boiler Maker Welder for Chevron.
John’s long-loved hobby was Steam Locomotives. As a Boiler Maker Welder, he got to rebuild the train, Ventura County #2, that is located at the Perris Train Museum. To this day, that train is still maintained for rides.

John Switzer 1966

John Switzer

TARLTON, Dennis – Information found online:
Dennis Tarlton was born Feb 16, 1949. He died in July 1985 and was living in Placerville, CA. Family member wished not to participate.

Dennis Tarlton 1966

TATREAU, James – Thank you to Linda Atchley, his high school sweetheart and wife for this loving tribute:

James David Tatreau was born July 19, 1948, in Long Beach, California, and was known for his bright red hair, fiery temper and daredevil spirit. He was a rascal and he loved it, always accompanied by his famous sarcastic humor and his close friends Jim Burke, Craig Prewitt and Joe Cecil.

By the time he reached Wilson High School, he was a very talented basketball player as well as outstanding in baseball. He loved playing pick-up games at the "courts" at the bay and continued that practice throughout his adult life with his sons, Jimmy and Scott Tatreau.

Jim Tatreau met Linda Atchley in their senior year at Wilson High School, 1966. They became fast friends and had a great time at the Senior Prom and All Night Dance. They were engaged soon after graduation and, after attending Long Beach City College, got married September 16, 1967. Jim and Linda had two sons, Jimmy and Scott Tatreau and raised them, first in Long Beach and then in Cerritos, California.

Jim Tatreau became a police student worker for the Los Angeles Police Department at age 19 and graduated from the Los Angeles Police Academy on February 20, 1970, at age 21. Having grown up with the excitement of "Dragnet" on television, the Los Angeles Police Department meant the world to Jim. His goal was to become Chief of Police someday. He almost made that goal, leaving this world as an LAPD Commander.

Commander Jim Tatreau served on many gang details and was not only well-known and respected for his work but well liked among his fellow officers and staff. He was an inspiration to many and both his sons followed his example by becoming police officers themselves, still serving today.

Jim continued to play basketball in the Police Olympics, representing LAPD, and traveled with the team to play police teams all over the nation for many years. He was as scrappy as ever and had a reputation that preceded him. In our 10 years of marriage, I am so glad to have shared those experiences with him. Jim remarried to a fellow LAPD officer, Tami and they have two daughters, Tiffany and Tatum Tatreau.

While attending a staff meeting with the Chief of Police at the Los Angeles Police Academy in Elysian Park, Jim fell down with what was thought to be a heart attack. He recovered and after many tests, it was discovered not to be a heart attack but cancerous brain tumors instead. He fought a very difficult and courageous battle for the next two years and bravely made the best of it all for his family.

Family was everything to Jim and he passed away peacefully at home in Cerritos with his family by his side on Sunday, April 29, 2007. He was laid to rest at All Souls Cemetery, Long Beach, California.

Jim Tatreau 1966

Jim Tatreau with sons 2007

TAVERNAKIS, Asimina – Thank you to siblings Jim Tavernakis, Nick Tavernakis and Penny Tavernakis-Vagelatos:

My sister "Mina" received a masters degree in History which she loved very much, a credential in Education, and a JD in Law from Western State. She also loved reading and writing. She married and has a son, Peter, who received his Masters Degree in Engineering at Cal State Long Beach in 2015. She passed quietly in September 2013. She is loved and missed very much.

Mina Tavernakis 1966

Mina Tavernakis 2012

TAYLOR, Andrew – Thank you to fellow classmate, Pam Chapin, for this tribute:
      Andy had a dream of becoming a world-class opera singer. He had a beautiful, baritone voice and the looks and charisma to go along with his talent. After graduation from Wilson, Andy went to Long Beach City College where he continued to work on his voice and participate in various vocal groups. After two years, he transferred to Cal State Long Beach where he majored in music. As one of the most talented singers, he was selected to perform multiple baritone solos with a variety of ensembles. He also began to hone his skills by performing in a variety of operas.
     After graduation, Andy sang professionally with the Long Beach Symphony, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and other regional orchestras. At that time, there were no significant opera companies in the Los Angeles area so he followed his dream by moving to New York City where all the major opera companies in the country went to audition singers. Andy continued his study in New York while auditioning. He was selected as an apprentice artist in the summer of 1976 and 1977 with Santa Fe Opera. He was then invited to participate as an in-residence artist at the San Diego Opera, where he performed Salvatore in that company’s The Saint of Blecker Street.   In the 1978-79 season Andy was one of eighteen singers selected to participate in the Houston Opera Studio/Texas Opera Theatre, where he appeared in major roles including Guglielmo in Cosi fan Tutte and the Father in Hansel & Gretel.   He also sang the Baron in the Houston Grand Opera production of La Traviata directed by Ponnelle.
     Andy was expanding his baritone opera repertoire in operas such as Carmen, Susannah, H.M.S. Pinafore, Faust, The Rake’s Progress, and Salome. His orchestral repertoire included the baritone solos in major works such as Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Brahams’ German Requiem, Durufle’s Requiem, Faure Requiem, Handel’s Messiah, Mendelssohn’s Elijah, and Orff’s Carmina Burana.
     Andy was well on his way to building a major career when he became ill and subsequently died in the early 1980s. His many friends remember his outgoing personality, humor, loyalty, friendliness and talent and we miss him greatly.   We lost him way too soon.

Andy Taylor 1966

Andy Taylor (date unknown)

TROLINGER, Thomas – The following information was found in an online obituary, with additional information shared by his brother, Marc Trolinger:

In the 1940’s, Tom’s parents lived in Long Beach. After serving in the Pacific during WW2, Tom’s dad was assigned as Chief of Surgery at the Long Beach Naval Hospital. His mother, a dietician, was employed by the Long Beach Unified School District; his sister Susan was born in Long Beach. For a time the family moved to Cape Girardeau, MO where Tom was born, and later, Marc. In 1960 -- when he was about 12 years old -- the family moved back to Long Beach. His father joined Southern California Edison as a company physician, while simultaneously maintaining a private practice. His older sister Susan and younger brother Marc were also Bruins, graduating in 1964 and 1969.
     After graduation, a heart murmur prevented Tom from entering military service. He spent some time in the food service industry, and then went into hospital administration working for a number of years at Long Beach Hospital on Pacific Ave. Meanwhile, he attended Long Beach City College on and off over the years.
     In the late 80’s / early 90’s, he became the primary caregiver for his mother. After her death, he moved to Warsaw, IN in 1995 to be near Marc, his wife Sue, and their children. He once again worked in food service for Owens Market, in the deli and bakery. He eventually became the manager of the Fuel Center, a position he held until COPD forced his retirement on disability. Tom enjoyed his membership in the Warsaw Elks, and continued to be an avid Angels fan.
    Tom Trolinger passed away from pulmonary failure on December 19, 2010 at Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw, Indiana. His survivors included his sister, Susan Stewart of Grass Valley, Marc and Sue, and their family. Marc stated in summary that Tom was “well-read, witty, and always humorous,” and appreciated the opportunity to share these memories with his classmates.

Tom Trolinger 1966

TURMAN, Cheryl – We were able to get a few details online, but then reached her daughter, Jennifer Spurlock, who added a little more:
In September of 1970, Cheryl married Dennis Alford who had also attended Bryant, Jefferson and Wilson (class of 1963.) Jennifer shared that her mother had a very hard life, challenged by many medical issues, but was truly a fighter. She never gave up. Her daughter added that she was very artistic, and was able to draw beautifully – birds, flowers, trees. Because of a series of seizures and strokes, Cheryl Alford spent her later life in a nursing facility, where she passed away in Long Beach on December 17, 2004. She is survived by two daughters and two grandsons.

TWIGGER, Brenda – Information found online:
Brenda Lee Twigger was born in Long Beach, CA on Dec. 21, 1947. She died Feb 17, 2001 at the age of 53. Records indicate that she was married in 1967 as Brenda Jenkins and then in 1974 as Brenda Lemons. Brenda last resided in Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico. We are still trying to contact relatives.

Brenda Twigger 1966

UNGER, Candace – Records indicate that Candace Ann Unger was born Oct. 10, 1947 in Ramsey, Minnesota and resided in Long Beach, CA. She died June 4, 2009. We have been unable to locate family.

Candy Unger 1966

VADER, Fred – Thank you to his wife, Silvia:
   After high school, Fred entered the military and served in Vietnam. Although he did not hold a pilot’s license, he worked in communications aboard aircraft. After the service, he met and married Martha Vancott in 1972; that marriage brought daughters Sara and Erin. The family moved to Humboldt County; the marriage ended in divorce in 1980. He met his second wife, Silvia, in Eureka.
     Fred was a bridgebuilder. He furthered his engineering education at Humboldt State, and for many years was a bridge inspector for the County of Humboldt. He loved Harleys; he owned half a dozen of them and had a small motorcycle repair shop in his garage. Because of his aversion to helmets and the law requiring them, he switched his allegiance to snow skiing, a passion he shared with Silvia. He also owned boats, and loved sailing. And – he had to have “that apple pie.”
     He was long challenged by heart valve problems, and after his third surgery at Stanford, was forced to retire. He died in 2009 in Eureka, and was survived by his wife, children, siblings, and two beloved granddaughters – Annie and Elizabeth (now 13 and 10).
     In summary, Silvia characterized him as “such a leprechaun! Very well liked, a marvelous story teller and jokester, always with a beautiful twinkle in his eye.”

Fred Vader 1966

Fred Vader 2007

VALENTA, Jeri Gribble – Thank you to Jeri’s daughter, Karen Todd, for this loving tribute.

Jeri Valenta was born March 5, 1947. She grew up in Long Beach and attended both Wilson and Poly High Schools, graduating in 1966.After graduation she attended nursing school, and became a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Her early marriage to James Welch brought two daughters, Kathleen and Karen and ended in the late 60s. In 1970, she met William Gribble, a construction guy working on a job next to her apartment. They married and moved to Cypress. Bill died in the late 1990s.

Jeri worked as an LVN at Long Beach Memorial for about 7 years. While raising her girls, she was not employed outside the home for a long while, but stayed busy caring for various family members. She definitely had a degree in “ Advanced TLC.” She had a very successful 17-year career at Lucky Market as Service Deli Manager. In the year 2000, a tragic accident (a box of frozen chicken fell on her) ended her working days. A surgery to fuse 16 vertebrae and remove ribs left severe nerve damage, and put her permanently in a wheelchair.  

Despite her extensive medical issues, she adapted to her physical limitations with patience, courage, grace. She was known for her wicked sense of humor and talent for practical jokes. She would spend a whole day putting together a prank that might take a few minutes to take place.. Her greatest passion, other than her family, was cooking, and she continued to want to feed the world. OVERFEED the world. Giant helpings of fabulous food were routine in her home. Her home never won the Weight Watchers seal of approval. For a time, she had full-time caregivers, but in later years lived alone with just part-time help coming and going as needed. 

She adored horse racing at Los Alamitos, and in later years spent a lot of time (and more than a little money) at the Temecula casinos, which she would visit with her daughter Karen, or her sister Rosemary. She also loved movies on TV – current, as well as old classics. She would watch a favorite movie many times; her favorite was “Taken.” Her catch-phrase “Hello, Darlin” was her usual term of endearment that applied to anyone who came around. She liked playing on the computer, but like so many in her age-range, was constantly frustrated with the ever-changing technology. Her cousin Brian had just bought her a new computer right before her final illness  

In early February, she suffered from severe back pain for almost a week before agreeing to go to the ER on Monday, 2/10. She was seen, diagnosed with a UTI, and sent home that evening. Within 24 hours it got worse, and she landed in the ICU. By Valentines Day she was better, gratefully received a box of chocolates, put on her makeup and planned to go home. A nightmare of complications followed, with various infections, sepsis, shingles. Ultimately, her kidneys failed, and she passed away at Hoag Hospital on Friday, February 21, surrounded by 10 family members. 

Jeri is survived by her daughters, 6 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a brother, sister, and many other family members. Her cousin, Brian Gooch, was like a brother to her and they spoke almost daily on the phone for many, many years. Brian adds: “My dear Cuz Jeri Lee and I were more like brother and sister, we got closer every year of our lives. I will never forget her love for cooking and feeding ANYONE. She shared her passion for cooking by passing her food to whoever needed it. Her sense of humor was wonderful, if I ever had a down day she would bring me up. Everyday she would ask, "what did you have for dinner last night". I love my sister, she will be in my heart forever.”

Asked to describe her mother in one word or sentence, Karen quickly said “She was a character.” At the memorial service – in order to end on a fun note—a video clip was shown of her in recent days, riding in a car and horsing around with a puppet, and speaking in a sassy way to the videographer.. Those in attendance were able to laugh through their tears as they left the chapel. And so…..  GOODBYE, DARLIN.

Jeri Valenta 2020

VREELAND, Michael – Obituary found online:     Michael Anthony Vreeland, 50, passed away at home Feb. 7, 1999, in Kearns, UT.
     Born April 16, 1948, in Montreal Quebec, Canada to Jon Lionel and Vera Ballinger Vreeland. Married Brenda Hilton Mar. 21, 1972, later divorced. Married Terrie Finck Nov. 10, 1992 in the SLC LDS Temple. He was an active member of the LDS Church serving in various positions, setting a wonderful example to his children. He was an accomplished artist and other interests includes: genealogy, music, traveling, movies, making models with his boys, battleships, and enjoyed cooking and eating gourmet foods of different types.
     He was an EEG Technician for 17 years then was a salesman at Sterling Furniture up till his death.
     Survived by his wife, Terrie; 11 children, Christine, Gina, Michele, Margret (Jared) Hall, Michael Jon, Matthew, Timothy, Suzanne, Michael K., Elizabeth and Johnny; 1 granddaughter, Isabella; mother; brother, Jon (Alyson) Gordon Vreeland; sister, Elaine (Lainie) Thompson. Preceded in death by father.

Mike Vreeland 1965 Junior Photo


Mike Vreeland 1993

WAYENBERG, John – John’s wife, Pat, was very pleased to be able to provide the following information:
     After high school, John joined the Army and served two tours of duty in Vietnam from 1967 – 1969. He returned to Long Beach and worked at Acme Mattress on Anaheim. He later worked at A-1 Appliance in Signal Hill, where he redesigned their whole showroom to faciliate inventory, workflow and deliveries.
     In September of 1972, he met Pat Kitchens through mutual friends, and they married just two months later. He joined her church, General Assembly Church of the Firstborn. Their first three sons were born in Long Beach. In 1979, a handful of families from that congregation moved together to Idaho, where they started a new church in Boise.   He then went to work for Micron Technology in a facilities management position, a job he enjoyed until his retirement. Their family was completed with the birth of a fourth son     .
     John’s passion was NASCAR ... “he had nitrate in his blood.” He was the track photographer and lived for the races (said “there’s no such thing as a bad race”) and passed along that love to his second son, Wayde.
     In 2011, John suffered a massive stroke, and for a while was able to return to work. He retired in 2012. During the last two years of his life, Pat was able to care for him at home. He still managed to go to the races, even in a wheelchair. In November of 2015, he had another major stroke, and passed away two days later. He is survived by his wife, 3 sons, 8 grandchildren, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Brandon, in 1999. In summary, Pat said she truly lucked out when she married him, not yet fully realizing what a jewel she had won. He was a loving, kind and selfless man who always put his family first.

John Wayenberg 1966

WILKINSON, George –
written by his wife, Marie Niebling (Wilson '66):

The Wilkinson family moved to Belmont Heights when George was in 9th grade. He attended Rogers Junior High. Always the entrepreneur, George delivered The Marina News (now The Grunion Gazette) for over 3 years. His deliveries totaled approximately 192,000 papers! Sensing it was time to move on to more lucrative employment, George got a part-time job at the Taco Tio in Belmont Shore just a block from his Roycroft Avenue home. His "discount" cheese fries were popular with his Wilson friends. It was about this time that George became interested in the stock market. He invested some of his earnings and spent his free time learning about the stock market. His grades at Wilson weren't exactly stellar, so his mother struck a bargain with him that if he graduated from Wilson with a 3.0 G.P.A., she would go 50/50 with him on any car he wanted. He'd had one eye on a Corvette and the other on Wilson classmate Marie Niebling. Marie was fun but she also liked to study, so she helped George raise his G.P.A. and achieve his goal. The custom-ordered '66 Corvette arrived on Prom day, and much to Marie's dismay, George spent more time in the parking lot showing off his new car than he did dancing in the ballroom.
After graduation, George (and Marie) attended Long Beach City College where he was named the Outstanding Junior College Business Administration Student in the State of California. He went on to USC where he majored in Business and Finance and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. Marie went to CSULB and got her elementary teaching degree, and they were married in 1969.George had a prolific career in the corporate world with various companies, including the accounting firm of Arthur Young & Co., then with a large commercial property acquisitions company, and as a bank manager. After about ten years of giving so many hours to corporate positions, he retired and took some time for road trips and hobbies. Marie took a leave of absence from teaching with the Long Beach Unified School District in 1978 and decided not to go back. George practically fell into into his final and perfect job of property management when the manager of the 24-unit apartment building where he and Marie lived offered the job to him. He loved the flexibility and the hours. Soon George got his Real Estate Brokers License, and they started buying apartment buildings of their own and found a house for themselves in Belmont Park.
Something very few people knew about George was that he was an avid gun enthusiast, and he loved target shooting. In his short life he shot thousands of rounds through his favorite gun, a Smith & Wesson .44 magnum. His only "kills" lay dead in the desert sun--cans, bottles and rocks. He loved refinishing the wood stock of a rifle or reloading his own ammunition in the garage. This was an age before terrorism, and he met several nice neighbors who frequently rode down the alley, saw the garage door up, and stopped to ask what he was building on his work bench. Several became interested in his hobby, and a few became good friends.
In 1993, George died very suddenly during a lung biopsy at Scripps Hospital in La Jolla CA. He didn't live to know what his diagnosis was: advanced small cell lung cancer. (Beware, cigar smokers.) Only his corneas could be donated. Marie's infinitely grateful that he had traded his corporate life in exchange for seeing some of the country, shooting to his heart's content, and spending time with her and their cocker spaniel. At the time of his death, George was serving as a Commissioner on the City of Long Beach-Los Angeles County Civic Center Authority and was an arbitrator for the National Association of Securities Dealers Inc. And in the end, George still had his high school sweetheart by his side and a Corvette in the garage.

George Wilkinson 1966

George Wilkinson circa 1985

George target shooting 1979

WOOLPERT, Carole – Written by her sister, Barbara Woolpert (Wilson ‘68):
Carole Woolpert Boyce, was born January 26, 1949 and died July 6, 2009.

     Carole had 2 beautiful and loving daughters, Shannon Record (Wilson Class of ‘87) and Erin Wayman (Wilson Class of ‘89). Her Sunday mornings were always having breakfast at her house with her girls and grandkids, Kody Wayman, and Kaelyn and Gage Record.
     She was the second child of Laura and Duane Woolpert of Long Beach. Her older brother, Duke (Wilson Class of ‘65), passed on July 13, 2014 from an accidental fall at Woolpert Motors in Long Beach. Carole's other 2 siblings were also Wilson graduates –   Barbara (Bebop), Class of ‘68 and Kelly, Class of ‘74.
     Carole retired from ADP, after 25 years as an Account Rep. Carole and her husband, David, bought and ran a local tavern - All Sports Bar in Garden Grove - until her death.
    Carole was greatly loved and is dearly missed.

Carole Woolpert 1966

Carole Woolpert 2007

Carole with family 2005

WORSLEY, John – Information found online:
Records indicate that John Arthur Worsley was born in Los Angeles, CA on Nov. 2 1948. He died Oct 31, 2014 and is buried at the Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. He served in the US Marine Corp in Viet Nam. We have been unable to contact family.

John Worsley 1966

WRIGHT, Harold – The following information was shared by Harold’s older brother, Norman (class of ‘61):
     While at Wilson, Harold very much enjoyed playing the drums. After graduation, he attended LBCC and continued to be involved with the percussion section of the Long Beach Junior Concert Band. He worked as a machinist over the years, at one time in Signal Hill. He later traveled to Seattle to stay near his sister, and returned to California where he lived for a time with Norman’s family. and worked in the Glendale area.
     Norman recalled that Harold did hold a very unique job in his twenties, when he was “Goofy” at Disneyland over a period of 3 or 4 years. Perhaps it may surprise some to know that although Disneyland is allegedly the happiest place on earth, the cast members were often subjected to verbal or even physical abuse at the hands of some of the Kingdom's less "Magical" guests.
      Later in life, he returned to Long Beach; he reconnected with and married his longtime girlfriend, Nellie. They had two children, Ronald and Heather. Nellie wanted his classmates to know that he was extremely handy with tools. He built a crib for Heather “from scratch” .... and could fix just about anything that needed to be fixed. He returned as well to the Mormon Church, and enjoyed that affiliation very much. Music remained his passion throughout his life.
     Early in 2000, he fell ill with what was first thought to be a bad flu; after three months he was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. Harold Wright passed away on June 12, 2000 in Long Beach and was survived by his wife, children, and siblings. He was just 51 years old.

Harold Wright 1966

Harold Wright - January 2000

ZUCK, John – Thank you to his first wife, ‘66 classmate Joan Baverstock, for sharing the following information:

John and Joan married in 1968, and in 1970, their son Steven was born. While still in Junior High, John had gone to work as a busboy at Francois’ Manhattan, the very popular, upscale restaurant on E. Fourth Street. He was employed part-time there throughout high school, working his way up to waiter, to alternate maitre’d, and by 1969, became a chef. He stayed there until 1971, but left the restaurant industry (with its typical 6-day work weeks) to have more time with his family. He then joined McMillan Oil on Signal Hill, as a plant man. After three years, he became a truck driver, which remained his occupation for the rest of his working life.

The marriage ended in 1975 but John and Joan remained best friends for many years. In 1981, he married Kathleen White, and they had a daughter, Lindsey. That marriage eventually ended as well. He remained in the Long Beach area for most of his life. In 1994, he suffered an aneurysm, which resulted in a significant loss of his long-term memory. Along the line, he had developed a substance abuse problem which was tied to his truck driving career. In spite of the many challenges that situation presented, Joan emphasized that he did get clean and sober – and credits the Salvation Army with helping him regain his life -- where nothing else had worked.

In his last years, he had a significant vision loss, and was living in a senior mobile home complex in Hemet. He did enjoy the social activities there, and particularly enjoyed dancing with the other residents (although he had never cared much for dancing when younger.) He liked checkers, poker, and other games played with his neighbors.

John Zuck died suddenly at his home on April 20, 2013. Joan stated that he had tried to be a good father to his children, and would be extremely proud of the adults they have become: Steven is in the financial industry; Lindsey is an MD. Joan was grateful for this opportunity to tell their classmates about John’s life.

John Zuck 1966

John Zuck 2012

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