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If you are interested in meeting with other classmates, please suggest a time and place. I will post it on the web page, and send out email notices to those I have in my address book. |
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Where: Vantage Point Maritime Center |
Date: February 19, 2014 |
When: 10:00 - 11:40 PM |
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Fourteen classmates and spouses attended. We were graced by a birthday guest. Jim Vigrass and wife Cindy brought a birthday cake to celebrate Jim's birthday. Jim's birthday was Tuesday, the same day
that Sue and I celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary. Happy birthday, Jim! And thank you for the cake, I hear it was delicious. Speaking of birthdays, we were wondering who might be the oldest in class. Can anyone beat 71
years old. One of the attending classmates thinks they are the oldest. Anyone older?
Regarding the gathering next summer for a 70th year old Birthday Party, I have secured the North Pavilion at the Fort Gratiot County Park, just off of Metcalf. I am still working on a caterer. Chef Shell indicated that she would be sending me a cost estimate and menu, but I have not received it as yet. She anticipated the cost to be $13.00 per person. The caterer that did the reunion Lakeside picnic is no longer in business. This is why I went to Chef Shell's. If anyone has suggestions or knows any one that might provide a good platter, please let me know. I will follow up. Again the date and place is set, the location is the Fort Gratiot County Park. Check out the link. I have provided on the home page several links that may easily overlooked. You can find a virtual tour of the park, the signed contract, a list of classmates that have given indication that they plan to attend, County Park Rules and Regulations, and more. When and if a caterer is selected I will have better idea of the total costs involved. Thank you for your patience. Classmates and spouses that attended this gathering included: Wanda Hunt and husband Ron Pratt, Joanne King-Westrick, "Bing" Kirby, Gary Minnie and wife Cindy, Carl Schoenberg, Jim Vigrass and wife Cynthia, Marilyn Wersing-Kuehn, Betty Working-Rowley, myself and wife Sue. Please bring to my attention anyone I missed. |
Where: Vantage Point Maritime Center |
Date: August 21, 2014 |
When: 10:00 - 12:30 PM |
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Another GREAT turn out. Even one classmate from Vancouver, Washington! A long way to come for a cup of coffee wouldn't you say.
I guess they don't have Tim Horton's in Washington state.
Once again there was some discussion of a gathering next summer for a 70th year old Birthday Party. A possible date is August 15th, 2015. The location suggested was the Fort Gratiot County Park. Check out the link. A "pot luck" was not completely ruled out, thinking those that could would, and those from out of town might bring some commercially prepared foods. An alternative might be a catered affair but money collection, and unknown number of guests might be a issue securing a catering contract. Are there any millionaires on our class that might consider covering potential losses? Beastro Catering did the reunion gathering at the beach. Any thoughts? Classmates and spouses that attended this gathering included: Linda Badgerow and husband Russ Fretenborough, Caryl Atfield and husband Larry Butler, Pam Fockler and husband Hank Savalle, Bob Hale, Wanda Hunt and husband Ron Pratt, Tom Marlette, Louise Nadela and husband Eric Green, Garth Nicholson and wife Margaret Simmerson, Carl Shoenberg, Carol Shoenberg, and myself and wife Sue. Please bring to my attention anyone I missed. |
Where: Vantage Point Maritime Center |
Date: June 19, 2014 |
When: 10:00 - 12:30 PM |
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This gathering included 9 classmates and spouses. I think everyone had a good time and a group discussion was good.
We talked about the best things that came out of the past reunion and what should be included in a gathering next summer for our 70th Birthday Party.
A birthday party was certainly an anticipated item in our discussion. Sadly I have to say there have been as few as six or seven classmates
that have given me any feedback. There were a couple of suggestions for sites... Light House Museum, Fort Gratiot County Park, Birtchville Park
(has a pavilion), Lakeside Beach, Lakeport State Park, Marysville park (fire hall). Whichever site is picked should have easy access for those
classmates that may have travel restrictions. A pot luck affair has been all butr ruled out as out of town classmates have no where to prepare
or keep a dish to pass. I thought Beastro Catering did an excellanat
job at Lakeside Beach at the class picnic. I am still seeking feedback.
Certainly not our best turnout. BUT I think the smaller group had a better group discussion. Classmates and spouses that attended this gathering included: Linda Bagerow and husband Russ Frentenborough, Wanda Hunt and husband Ron Pratt, Dale Jurk and wife Judy Menerey (classmate), George "Bing" Kirby, Dorothy Newman-Smith, and myself. Please bring to my attention anyone I missed. |
Where: Vantage Point Maritime Center |
Date: Mar. 20, 2014 |
When: 10:00 - 12:30 PM |
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Dispite the low turn out, we were not lacking for things to talk about. Believe it or not we did not talk about the missing 777. I think the converation
centered around our different medical insurance coverage, veteran's benefits, and silver sneakers health and exercise program offered from Blue Cross &
Blue shield. With this benefit you can get FREE access to various gym facilities and the YMCA. Check it out.
Well the low turn out didn't bother us, but we did miss Dorothy's three berry muffins. Maybe the next meeting will be warm enough for the robins and snow birds to return. I hope to see you there. Don't forget you are all invited to the monthly breakfast meetings. Breakfast is the third Monday of each month, currently meeting at the American Grill at 08:30. Guests included: Judy Menerey-Jurk and Dale "Bing" Kirby and myself and wife Sue. |
Where: Elks Club, Port Huron Twsp. |
Date: July 18, 2013 |
When: 10:00 - 12:30 PM |
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There were many new faces at this gathering. It was a great time attended by 18 classmates and spouses; Linda Badgerow-Fretenborough (spouse Russ), Sandra Birtch-Newell, Bob Hale, Rick Heering, Gary Hock, Wanda Hunt-Pratt (spouse Ron), Tom Jones, Don King (spouse Patricia), George "Bing" Kirby, Vicki Leathorn-Lawrence (spouse Ken) KG Marks (spouse Rita), Gary Minnie (spouse Cindy), Dorothy Newman-Smith, Sharon Norris-Miller (spouse Warren), Judy Payton-Brackenbury, Sharon Seiber-Whiting, Richard Woods, and myself (spouse Sue). Please bring to my attention anyone I missed. |
Gary Minnie brought in a photo of Barry Hunwick's 1929 Studebaker. Barry is said to have bought it in high school because he thought it looked like a "Gangster Car". I have posted it on the photograph page. Bob Hale brought in his collection of senior photos. I am in the process of scanning them now. I wished that I could say I can put a name to everyone's photograph. They should be posted soon, maybe you can help me put names to the unknowns and correct ones I may have incorrectly identified. Maybe you will attend the next gathering? DO you have a suggestion of WHERE? |
Vantage Point, Port Huron Febuary 12, 2012 | ||
Photo of the group meeting. | ||
(l to r) Cici Ruebig-Schecker, Dale Jurk, Judy Menerey-Jurk, Len Patterson, Carl Shoenberg | ||
Where: Vantage Point, Port Huron | ||
Date: February 12, 2012 | ||
When: 2:00 - 5:00 PM | ||
Four classmates came to Vantage point to meet with Cici Ruebig, one of three foreign exchange students in the class. After talks of our families, occupations, and interests, thoughts turned to the fast approaching 50th anniversary of the class of 1963. It's amazing how fast the time is passing. All thought that it is important to begin seeking feedback, begin planning, and making reservations for the various locations and services that will be needed. Please pass along your comments to anyone on the planning committee. Look for another impromptu coffee clutch meeting. Maybe we can get some prior committee members to attend. Again if anyone wants suggest a time and place, let me know. I will get the word out as best I can. | ||
Olive Garden, Fort Gratiot Jan. 29, 2012 | ||
Photo of Cici Ruebig-Schecker and Len Patterson. | ||
(l to r) Cici Ruebig-Schecker and Len Patterson | ||
Vantage Point, Port Huron August 04, 2011 | ||
Photo of the group meeting. | ||
(l to r) Charlie Winters, Rick Heering, Judi Payton-Brackenbury, Caryl Atfield-Butler, Laura Marlette-Huebner, Len Patterson (seated) JoAnne King-Westrick. (missing) Carl Shoenberg | ||
Where: Vantage Point, Port Huron | ||
Date: August 4, 2011 | ||
When: 1:30 - 4:00 PM | ||
The attendance was pretty GOOD. You missed seeing Judi Payton-Brackenbury, Laura Marlette-Huebner, JoAnne King-Westrick, Carl
Shoenberg, Rick Heering, Charlie Winters, Caryl Atfield-Butler and husband Larry, myself and wife Sue. Of coarse there was plenty of
talk about high and junior high school and persons we knew but no longer in touch. On the bigger note, there was discussion about our
next reunion. All of us are looking forward to a spectacular event. Along that subject I participated in the early planning stages of
the recent Class of '61 50th reunion. John Chidister and his team of volunteers did a outstanding job. Both Judi and Rick attended the
reunion. Both brought the classmate booklet. Judi also brought along her necklace and name tag, commemorative coffee cup, chocolate, and
another document. I must admit that I failed to pay close attention to it but suspect it was an agenda for the reunion dinner. You can
see a photo of the items by following the Album 12 link
below. The Class of '61 choose the Edison Inn to host their event. We all agreed that it was good to have the event where classmates
could stay, continue parties, freshen up when needed, plan daily activities, etc. It is thought that doing so might attract guest from
further distances. An interesting note is that the Class of '61 had several volunteer events, that each classmate/spouse could choose to
participate in. These activities were billed for separately, giving the attendees an option to participate or not, considering their
budget and interest needs. I believe activities include a golf outing, luncheon at the golf club, town tours, high school tour, cruise
on the Huron Lady, Party at the Port Huron Yacht Club to name a few. The Class of '61 found sponsors for their Classmate book that made
a professional looking document. The also had benefactors that donated money for those strapped for cash to attend the reunion. The Coffee
Clutch talked over location possibilities and it was pretty much agreed that the 50th had some significant and that another location
would be a wise choice. Another thought for keeping the costs down was a cash bar.
More photos available, click here: Album 12 If anyone is interested in another meeting, let me know I will pass the word. Maybe you would welcome a group of classmates into your home, office space, or another location. You name it, I will pass the word in email and web page. Incidentally, if you have the email address of other classmates, I would welcome them. I keep them strictly confidential and only share with confirmation from each student. If you have any comments, I could post them as well. | ||
Where: Vantage Point, Port Huron | ||
Date: March 26, 2011 | ||
When: 10:00 - 11:30 AM | ||
The attendance was small, but fun none the less. Caryl Atfield-Butler and husband Larry, Dorothy Newman-Smith, Marilyn Wirsing-Kuehn, Len Patterson and wife Sue met in the steamy room of Vantage point. Although the view was great of the icy river, the sun heated the area to near sauna conditions. The staff at Vantage Point was gracious in adjusting the air conditioner, but we found little comfort in our area. Our discussion covered more about how unknowingly we were related, either by blood or by marriage. We talked of past reunions, looked at the web page (taking advantage of their free wireless) and reunion photos. We need to seek out other photos, handbooks, Lighthouse newspapers, etc. to support the 50th calibration. If you have any materials that I can use, please contact me. I will copy and return all materials in original condition. For our next casual meeting we hope to get Sharon Siebert-Whiting and husband John to attend. We hope to see of you there. | ||
Tim Horton's Marysville October 12, 2010 | ||
Photo of the group's first meeting. | ||
(l to r) Len Patterson, Wanda Hunt-Pratt, Caryl Atfield-Butler, Dorothy Newman-Smith, Marilyn Wirsing-Kuehn | ||
Where: Tim Hortons, Marysville | ||
Date: October 12, 2010 | ||
Spouses Larry Butler, Ron Pratt, and Sue Patterson are to be commended as they accompanied their spouses at the Marysville Tim Horton's.
We had an enjoyable lunch while sharing pictures and stories. I will be posting the new photos soon on the web page. One thing that Caryl suggested was to consider having the 50th reunion at the Sea Way Terminal. We all thought that a change would be nice. The Sea Way Terminal has some nice benefits, view, parking, etc. I have got to say this should be kept in mind when the real committee begins to gather. What are your thoughts? Drop us a line. We haven't set a time or place for another meeting, but if anyone has a suggestion... let us know. Winter is coming and many locals will be heading south. Keep us in your thoughts while we sit in the snow. | ||
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