tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38893465679236673212024-03-12T16:15:20.672-07:00TheWolverNetA news and information source for all those loyal classmates who attended and graduated LHS - Lawton, OK, and also for those who, due to circumstances, could only attend briefly. Wolverines all!gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.comBlogger339125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-87227110574642673802018-02-12T15:03:00.000-08:002018-02-12T15:03:59.815-08:00<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: red;">.Originally sent February 2018</span></div>
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<span style="color: red;">.....LHS News......</span></div>
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My computer crashed on January 20 just as I was ready to send LHS News. New computer (soon). On lap-top and working from back-up to restore but, I may have lost some email addresses? If a classmate mentions they are not getting the news, ask them to email me. Having to re-build address book to some extent. This news should reach most. This is first news since 12/16, so quite a bit to report.<br />
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Is <span style="color: red;">class 1958</span> having a reunion? Some are asking!<br />
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<span style="color: red;">Class 1963</span> IS having a reunion <span style="color: red;">April 27-28</span>. IF you are going to attend please contact Janet (Burt) Terry asap. (580) 678-1719. All invited.<br />
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<span style="color: red;">1953 classmates</span> Bill Roberson and Janette (Hanes) are coordinating on plans for class 1953 - 65th reunion. To be held (tentatively) in mid - 2018. Those who would like a flyer or info on the reunion, contact Bill with your home address as well as your email address. Bill Roberson <w .roberson="" sbcglobal.net=""><br />
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Vreda (Decker) Schieman - uses middle name Corinne - is heavily involved to help provide books to head start and pre-school programs in the San Luis Valley. Each child is given 10 books to keep forever and share with their siblings. 3,000 books were purchased and distributed this past year and next year they hope to provide home libraries to those same groups in the Alamosa and Monte Vista areas. The books are sorted, packaged, and delivered by volunteers. FAST FORWARD TO LITERACY is their 501(c)3 charity. Paypal and Amazon both give a small donation when their organization is cited.<br />
Corinne is LHS class 1951 and extends an open invitation to any fellow LHS grad (especially '51er's) to come visit her in Salida, CO. (719) 539-4823 or <corinnefftl gmail.com=""><br />
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David Whitwell has been notified that he was chosen to receive the CBDNA Lifetime Achievement Award for 2018 - (College Band Directors National Association). There will be a formal presentation in the near future.<br />
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Dallas Morning News - December 17 - had a great story on Ron Jones and his August (2017) trip to Russia. Ron Spoke to a group at the Pasternak Dacha and Museum about 15 miles outside Moscow. He was special guest at the famed Moscow restaurant Grand Cafe Dr. Jhivago.<br />
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Good article by Herb Jacobs (Constitution - Sunday Feb. 4). Story on Lew Johnson LHS grad and quite an athlete. Good read.<br />
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I understand that Richard Glenn and wife Kay had extensive damage to their home from the recent mud slides in CA. They live in Santa Barbara.<br />
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Barb and Lou Green sent a picture of their beautiful east Texas back yard....covered with SNOW! Weather has been 'strange' and COLD!<br />
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Johnsons Bakery - a landmark Lawton business for some 70 years - closed its doors for the last time on Christmas Eve. Johnsons opened at 11th street in about 1951 and has operated there till now. It was in a different location for a few years before moving to 11th street.<br />
As my family lived just over across Gore, we were from the beginning till its closing, frequent customers! Loved those brownies, bday cakes, and other assorted yummies.� They will be missed, especially by those of MY generation who grew up with this great bakery.<br />
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Happy (belated December) Birthday wishes to: Mike Harris.<br />
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Sing Happy (belated January)</span><b> </b>Birthday to: Patsy Horton Rogers; Beverly (Gaston) Shelton; Jack McKinnis; Diz Martinez; Pat (Anderson) Lehew; Karen (Keegan) Rogers; Pat (Dunn) Doughty.<br />
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Sing Happy (February) Birthday</span> </span>to: Ron Poole; Yvonne Russell; Betty (Wood) Boyce Wein: Shirley (Edgmon) Franks; Patsy (Sheppard) Holcomb; John Ronnie Scott; Donna (Aust) Littlefield; Tommy Lewis; Eddie Shelton; Joe Scott and wife Sarah (Wright) - both Feb bdays; Bob Atkins; P.R. Ramey; Don Champiomont (Valentines Day); Alice (Aurell) Choice; Belva (Hollinghead) Williams; Leota (McKee) Erwin; Jim Andrews; and yours truly -~ Georgia!<br />
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Appreciate emails from: Ron Hagler; Scott Brown; Mike Harris; Glen Taylor Webb; Jim Byrn; Susan (Hankins) Ellington; Cary Glenn Nolan; Frankie (Kurtz) Browning; Myrna Lundy May; Chuck and Sherry Holcomb; M Charles Gilbert; Leslie Lusk; Barbara Richards.</b><br />
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Doyce Grayson is still a resident at 10 Oaks in Lawton, but is now under hospice. His prognosis is not good at this point.<br />
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Our thoughts and prayers are with all who are having health issues.<br />
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So sorry to have to report the loss of numerous of our classmates. Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost friends and loved ones.<br />
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Catherine "Squeege" (Witzel) Dunn, 77, of Lawton, passed on February 3 after a long bout with dementia. Catherine was LHS class 1958. Service is February 9.<br />
Obit and guest book at: < www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Ray Brown, 91, of Lawton, passed on February 1. Ray moved to Lawton for his senior year and graduated LHS - not sure of year? Early 40's? He was married to Della Ann (Wilson). She passed in 2013. Ray worked at Home Decor many years. Service was February 6.<br />
Obit and guest book at: < www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Fred Eugene Burch, 84, of Lawton, passed on January 31. Fred was LHS class 1952. Service was February 5.<br />
Obit and guest book at: <www .beckerfuneral.com=""><br />
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Jeneanne (Johnston) Lawson, 88, of Lawton, passed on January 27. Jeneanne was LHS class 1947. Service was February 1.<br />
Obit and guest book at: <www .beckerfuneral.com=""><br />
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Mikel (Johnson) Boyd, Riverside, CA, passed on January 24 after long bout with Alzheimers. Mikel was LHS class 1954. Her husband Walter says there will possibly be a memorial service sometime in March.<br />
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Earl Wayne Wilson, 78. of Lawton, passed on January 19. Wayne was LHS class 1957. There was a private family service.<br />
Obit and guest book at: < www.whineryhuddleston.com><br />
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Gary Lynn "Butch" Melton, 71, of Lawton passed on January 16. Butch was LHS class 1964. Service was January 23.<br />
Obit and guest book at: <www .grayfuneral.com=""><br />
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Johnny Davis of Seaside, CA, passed on January 15 after a long illness. Johnny was LHS class 1958. That is all the information I have.<br />
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Sima (Stein) Kaplan, Dallas, passed week of January 10. Sima was LHS class 1957. She was cremated and there was no service. Her husband Marty may have a memorial service at a later date.<br />
I appreciate Patsy (Horton) Rogers for sending this information.<br />
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Rosemary (Ballew) Morales, 92, of Lawton, passed on Jamuary 11. Rosemary was LHS class 1942. Service was January 17.<br />
Obit and guest book at: < www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Phillip Henking Grant, 84, of Lawton, passed on January 2. Originally from NYC, Phillip was husband of '58 classmate Frederica (Hammond) Grant. Service was January 6.<br />
Obit and guestbook at: < www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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James 'Jim' E. Seabolt, 78, of Lawton passed on December 23. Jim was in first class to graduate from the new building on Ferris. Not sure of the year? Memorial service was December 29.<br />
Obit and guest book at: < www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Betty (Zak) Hirsham passed on December 7. Betty was LHS class 1947. She lived in Voorhees, NJ and is survived by sister Minette (Zak) Page in Lawton.<br />
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Regards to all...........<span style="color: red;">Georgia</span></www></www></www></corinnefftl></w>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-35289191539616690742014-07-01T22:43:00.003-07:002014-07-01T22:43:34.275-07:00......LHS News......<br />
Originally sent February 13 <p><br />
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Memories continue......<p><br />
"The blurb about Dutcher's brought back a flood of memories. I worked for Glen Dutcher my Jr. and Sr. years and between customers I stuck my feet into that x-ray fitting machine a thousand times! Mr. Dutcher was one of the finest men I ever knew. I made fifty-cents an hour after school and on Saturdays which, of course, I promptly took next door to Ramey's pool hall to lose on those pin ball machines!"<br />
Bob Keiningham <p><br />
"Loved the newsletter and the MEMORIES about Ratcliffe's Book Store. I worked there while going to Cameron and recall the many hours worked during the school-book rush. I worked with Sylvia Matthews, Murdoch Matthew's mom, and still make several of recipes she gave me. Sylvia, Gale and Martha were jewels."<br />
Jeane Virginia (Stockton ) O'Brien, '61 <p><br />
"I was 12 when my folks had the Fabric Shop (next door to Eddie Morris Men’s Store, Sara Jane’s [Morris-Wade] dad, was about ½ block from Radcliffe’s. I hung out in their Hobby Dept. when Robert Forbis ran it. When Robert went to OU he recommended me to replace him. I was heavy into model airplanes so it was perfect, an employee discount for models and the money to blow on them! But, I saved $168 (huge money for a 13 year old) and bought my first motorcycle. It was a pre-war British Villers that was later owned by Marvin “Zeke” Carter, Bill Drewry, and finally converted to power a Go Kart by Frank Rinehart. The motorcycle and model airplane thing stuck as I now collect motorcycles and have built and restored several airplanes. <br />
I remember downtown was an exciting place to be with crowded streets and sidewalks. Kind of like today’s open air mall, only better. Alice Aurell’s folks had a Shoe Store next door to Ratcliffe’s with an x-ray machine. Across the street, Ron and Don Hagler’s brother [Trevor] had Trevor’s Hobby Shop with Cushman Motor Scooters and other fascinating stuff. It was a fun time and a great place to grow up. Too bad LBJ’s Urban Renewal Plan changed it forever."<br />
Steve Colwell, class of 57, Lago Vista, TX and Placerville, CA <p><br />
"We are spending January and February in Yuma, Arizona. We are two of many, many, snowbirds! With temps in the low 80's why not? I worked at Dutchers shoe store for a year in 1958 and 1959. It was a very pleasant place to work. Don't remember the x-ray machine."<br />
Patsy (Sherratt) Theobald, '59 <p><br />
Susan (Hankins) Ellington said she 'got in a hurry' and took a terrible fall. Fortunately nothing broken but a picture of her face looked like she had gone 10 rounds with Sugar Ray! Arm and other 'parts' also scraped pretty badly! Mercy!!! Heal quick!!! btw...she still has not made final move to Santa Fe...but soon! <p><br />
Globe trotting Lewis Chandler is off again.......he's headed to Mexico for a few weeks then looking at spending the winter down there beginning next December! Ole!~ <p><br />
Happy (February) Birthday wishes out to: Alice (Aurell) Choice; Don Champiomont (on Valentines Day); Jim Andrews; Belva (Hollingshead) Williams; these four of us all on 16th - Sima (Stein) Kaplan; P.R. Ramey; Bob Atkins; yours truly - Georgia. <br />
<p>And Happy 39th Anniversary on Valentines Day to Johnna (Gordon) and Wayne Parks! Major congrats dear friends. <p><br />
Appreciate emails from: Janet and Gene Copeland; Tempe (Tip Cockrell) Brown; Jerry (Sasser) Childs (still in Africa, over 30 years now).<p><br />
Seen while out and about the home town: Glenda (Doan) Stanton; Spencer Stanley; Zeke Carter; Nick Garrett; Bill Drewry; Ramon John (hard at work); Janette (Hanes); Al & Mary Lynn (Marler) Winham. <p><br />
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LHS received a call from a lady in Tulsa area who has found a 1980 LHS class ring. Initials are LAM. Checking shows only person with those initials is Leanna Martindale. If anyone knows Leanna or her where-a-bouts, please call Karen Beavers (LHS) at (580) 357-8214 or (580) 355-5170. Thanks!<br />
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Bussie Wyatt is recovering nicely from heart valve replacement surgery.<p><br />
Kenneth Easton had a 'mild' stroke few weeks after a knee replacement. He is recovering slowly but seemingly well.<p><br />
Pat (Dunn) Doughty will be having eye surgery soon. <p><br />
Pat (Banks) White has been under the weather is now doing much better. <p><br />
Other classmates continue with treatment for various illnesses. Join me in keeping them in prayer. <br />
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Paula (Hertzog) Elam, 42, of Chickasha, passed on February 6. Paula was LHS class 1990 and daughter of '64 classmate Janie (Bardsher) Hertzog and father was Don Hertzog (deceased). Services were February 10. Obit and guest book at: www .beckerfuneral.com <p><br />
A longtime and dear friend Shirley (Brittain) Crumpton Russell, 73, passed on February 1 after a battle with cancer. Shirley was LHS class 1958. Services were February 6 in Lawton. Shirley is survived by husband Ronnie Russell; daughter Shelly Crumpton; sons Scott Crumpton and Lance Crumpton; sister Barbara 'Bunny' Lavender; former brother-in-law Dr. Robert 'Bob' Crumpton; cousins and their families - Ed Hesler, Jr.; Bob Atkins; Jim McConhahay; Patty, Pam, Eugene; large extended family. She will be missed by her family and many friends who loved her. <br />
Obit and guest book at: www .grayfuneral.com<br />
<p>Louis Byron Caldwell, lll, 64, Norman, passed on February 1 after bout with cancer. He was LHS class 1967. He is survived by his wife Charlotte Kay (Landers); numerous siblings and extended family. Service was February 8 in Lawton.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www .beckerfuneral.com <p><br />
Gale M. Champiomont, 83, Ocean Springs, MS, passed on February 2. Gale was LHS class 1949 and was in the band. He was retired from the US Air Force and the US Postal Service. His wife Ruth preceded him in death. He is survived by a daughter and a son; a brother Don Champiomont; extended family. Services were in MS. <br />
Obit and guest book at: www.bradfordokeefe.com <p><br />
Richard Lee Stokes, 64, Cibolo, TX, passed on February 2. Richard was LHS class 1968. He worked in the Lawton Public School system and also Civil Service. He was married to Eva (Garcia). He is survived by a son Kevin; daughter Brandi; extended family. Services were February 6 in Lawton.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www.beckerfuneral.com <p><br />
Helen Louise (Light) Bunch, 97, of Lawton, passed on January 26 and services were January 30. Helen is mom of classmates Judy (Bunch) Glasby and Linda (Bunch) Hadden. She is also survived by numerous grand and great-grand children.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www .grayfuneral.com <p><br />
Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones. <p><br />
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Been an unusually cold and snowy winter for us here in the home town. The 6-8 inch snow on February 2 was beautiful. Got more over next week, now sunshine and some 'heat' returning! <br />
Happy Valentines to you all! Georgia gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-27350334881993416702014-07-01T22:32:00.000-07:002014-07-01T22:32:16.906-07:00<b> <font=red>......LHS News......<br />
Originally sent January 30 <p></red> </b><br />
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Its been a while for the news (don't ask), so some of this few weeks old, but thought LHS'ers would still want to know. Also have new mail program I am not used to...sigh! <p><br />
Remembering......<br />
<b>Marilyn Morris </b> writes....."I remember standing in line with my mother to buy my schoolbooks, [at Ratcliffes] I think for the 3rd grade, the first time my dad was stationed at Fort Sill. That must have been 1948. I'm amazed that it was there for so long." <p><br />
<b>Mary (Harris) Thompson </b> writes...."Always enjoyed going into Ratcliffes, thought all that paper and books smelled good. As I recall that's where we bought our school books." <p><br />
"Very sad closings of two Lawton businesses. I remember we bought all our school books at Ratcliffes when I moved to Lawton in 1960 and started school at Tomlinson Jr. High School."<br />
<b>Nancy Jane Long,</b> '65 <p><br />
"I got a job helping out during a summer between high school terms with preparations for the school-book rush at Ratcliffe's. They needed more help, so my mother, <b>Sylvia Matthew,</b> went to work there as well. She stayed on for thirty years, retiring as assistant manager. When we buried her on her 88th birthday in the family plot in Walters Cemetery, Gale and Martha Sadler came to say good-bye. Ratcliffe's -- part of the old Lawton."<br />
<b>Murdoch Matthew </b> <p><br />
<b>Herb Jacobs </b>- 'Where Are They Now' - Sunday Constitution, December 22, page 4-C: great story on the one and only <b>John Tyree.</b> Tyree was a character in his own right, but his career playing football for LHS and then continuing his education, illness, and coaching took him to many places. OSU, SW State, Cameron, Pomona, CA, Texas. It's a good story. John is LHS class 1957. <p><br />
Herbs Sunday column of December 29, page 7-C is great read about 1954 LHS grad Ron Ramming. Ron was a great tennis player in school [he won 70 trophies during his Junior and Senior years at LHS], also playing during his time in the army. Ron came back to Lawton in the '60's and these days he plays golf. Another good story. <p><br />
<b>Richard 'Dick' Neptune </b> is featured on the front page of the Monday Constitution, December 23. The article chronicles his profession as a photographer, entering the Lawton Public Schools as an instructor, eventually becoming Superintendent of LPS. <br />
Richard is LHS class 1952. All good reads. Try getting these articles at www.swoknews.com <p><br />
Wedding bells rang over the holidays for '57 LHS'er <b>Ron Hartline and bride Leitha Lewis.</b> Congrats guys! <p><br />
And major congrats to good friends <b>Jim Powers, '55, and his bride LuAnn (Cobb)</b> who celebrated their 54th anniversary on December 28. And, they just welcomed their second great-grandchild on January 7. Baby girl! <p><br />
Great to visit with <b>Mike Lehew</b>.......up from Texas for a holiday visit. Mike is LHS class '68. <br />
Also a New Years day land-line from good friend <b>Charles Darling.</b> A surprise and most enjoyable visit! Charles and Jackie are doing well and smelling the roses.....[literally] as they live just around the corner from the start of the Rose Bowl Parade out Pasadena way! <p><br />
'59 classmate <b>Johnna (Gordon) Parks and hubby Wayne </b> are just home from a Christmas cruise around the Mexican Rivera and Central America. It was a family affair with kids, grand-kids. Fun time had by all. <p><br />
January 1, Lawton Constitution, front page, great picture of '59 classmate <b>Joan (Lee) Houghton and hubby Jerry </b> celebrating the arrival of the New Year. Too bad the paper messed up their name. But, 'we' knew who it was!!! <p><br />
<b>Jerry Boucher</b> suggested looking at 'Lawton Then and Now' on face book to get lot of pictures of old Lawton and new Lawton.<p><br />
Belated Happy (December) Birthday wishes to: <b>Mike Thompson; Houston Gill</b> - my great-niece (LHS Class 2016)! <p><br />
Happy (January) Birthday wishes to: <b>Beverly (Gaston) Shelton; Diz Martinez; Pat (Anderson) Lehew. </b> <p><br />
NOTE: I don't know if any of you watch American Restorations (Ricks Restorations - Las Vegas) on the History channel but we love old machines and it's fun to see the old 'stuff' people bring in and the great job Rick does on restoring them. On a recently aired episode, a fellow brought in something that stirred my memory - one of those old foot/shoe x-ray machines like the one that Dutchers Shoe Store had when they were over on D street. Supposed to try on new shoe, stick foot under there, and it 'lit-up' to show feet in shoes. Billed as 'accurate fit'. <br />
I remember it well, sitting against the west wall. We [Gill] kids had been admonished by dad to not under any circumstances stick our feet under there as it couldn't be a good thing! Well, as it turned out, dad was right. It was x-ray and some years before we knew the damage that could be done. I never heard of anyone suffering any ill effects from the machine and I can now admit.... I did manage to stick my feet in a time or so and sneak a few quick glances. <br />
Rick did great job on the machine, removed the x-ray element & fixed it with harmless x-ray photo of someones feet!? Enjoyed seeing the old machine. <p><br />
I appreciate 'greetings' from LHS'ers: <b>Charles Gilbert, '54; Bob Keiningham; Judy Lee Jenkins; Willie Guest; Susan (Hankins) Ellington; Jack Rhodes; Sherry (Asbery) Wiley; Ed Hesler, Jr.; Sharon (Godfrey) McLawhorn; Ron and Marilyn Poole; Wayne and Judy Kniffin; Phil Wilder; John Smith; Frank Gribble, lll; Karelin (Cole) Seitz; Don Wooley; Lou & Barbara Green.</b> <p><br />
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My dear and long time friend <b>Shirley (Brittain) Russell,</b> '58, is fighting a re-occurrence of cancer. She is at home with hospice. I know they would appreciate your prayers. <p><br />
Another dear friend, <b>Sue (Chalk) Briggs, </b>'64, will have possibly surgery first part of February. Sue has been fighting cancer some years. She would also appreciate your prayers. <p><br />
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<b>Jacquline 'Jackye' Rose (Robinson) Cox,</b> 79, of Lawton passed on January 24 after a several year battle with Alzheimers. Jackye was LHS class 1952. Services were on January 28. Jackye was married to Weldon Cox who passed in 1998. She is survived by two daughters and their families; a sister Martha.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www.grayfuneral.com <p><br />
Note: Jackye was a great gal. She & my Bill went to grade school together and he says she was a real 'hoot'. Jackye & I were provisionals together in the Lawton Junior Service League. She was fun!! Sorry to lose her. <p><br />
<b>Cherry L. (Ledgerwood) Porter,</b> 88, of Lawton passed on January 1. She was a grad of LHS - 42 or 43? Survivors include 2 daughters, numerous grand and great-grand children, extended family. Cherry was married to Tom Porter who with his brothers was Porter Brothers builders here in Lawton area. He preceded her in death. Services were January 4.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www.beckerfuneral.com <p><br />
<b>Lester Ray Suttle,</b> 86, of Lawton, passed on December 27. Lester was LHS class 1945. Lester was a nice person and a familiar face at the Lawton post office for many, many, years. He is survived by wife Esther (Scherler); a daughter, a son, numerous grandchildren and extended family. A memorial service was held on January 4.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www.grayfuneral.com <p><br />
<b>**Beverly (Beachamp) Shoffner, </b>75, Colleyville, TX, passed at her home on December 17 after a short bout with cancer (brain tumor). Beverly was LHS class 1956. She is survived by husband Dutch Shoffner; two sons Alan and Andy and their families; numerous grandchildren; a brother Barry Beachamp, Lawton. Services were December 22 in Grapevine, TX. <br />
Obit and guest book at www.jefoust.com J.E. Foust Funeral Home - Grapevine, TX. <p><br />
Sadly, Beverlys husband Lt. Gen (rtrd) Wilson A. 'Dutch' Shoffner, 75, Colleyville, TX, passed on January 3. He had been ill for some time. Dutch was from Ryan, OK, attended Cameron and OSU. His service was January 8 in Grapevine with burial to be in Arlington National Cemetery. <br />
Obit and guest book at: www.jefoust.com <p><br />
**This from a classmate: "It’s a terrible and very sudden loss. Beverly was on the Tatler staff, worked for the Lawton Constitution, graduated from Cameron and OU. She was undoubtedly the kindest person to any and all and will be incredibly missed."<br />
<b>Mary (Simpson) Milby </b><br />
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<b>Janis Ann (Reese) Rich,</b> 66, of Lawton, passed on December 18. Janis was LHS class 1965. She is survived by 3 sons and their families; a daughter and her family; a twin brother Don; numerous grandchildren and extended family. A memorial service was held December 28.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www.OrrGrayGishfuneralhome.com> or www.Tiptonfuneralhome.com <p><br />
Our sympathies and prayers are with these who have lost loved ones and friends. <p><br />
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The New Year is off and running! I hope I can keep up with it! Regards to all............ <b> <color=red> Georgia </b> <br />
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Originally sent December 19<br />
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<b>Vreda (Decker) Schieman </b>emails that she & hubby Gordon are still in Salida, CO and if there are any 1951 grads around, they would love to meet them. <corinnefftl@gmail.com><br />
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The University of Oklahoma is establishing an endowment chair in honor of Lawton native Paul Massad. A million dollar grant from the Webster Family of CA will make possible the Paul D. Massad Chair in Strategic Communication in the Gaylord College of Journalism. Paul has a nearly 60 year association with OU. Paul is LHS class 1955. <br />
Congratulations Paul! <br />
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It's sad that Lawton has lost two of its old landmark businesses recently. Surplus City/Surplus Salvage - across from Lawton Airport on SW 11th street - closed its doors on Saturday November 30 after more than 5 decades. <br />
Kenneth 'Dozie' Davis got into retail early as manager of the post exchange (1928 - 1942). Returning <br />
to Lawton in 1945 after a stint in the US Navy, Dozie went into business for himself. He was active in the business until he passed in 1994.<br />
His son Kenneth 'Jay' Davis returned to Lawton from NM in 1990 and has run the business since with his daughter Jennifer taking over the past 5 years. Jay Davis is a good friend and LHS class 1955. <br />
Good article Lawton Constitution, Sunday November 24, E - 1. <br />
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And, Ratcliffes/Sadlers Book Store will close soon. Sadler began an association with Ratcliffes back in 1940 when Gale Sadler went to work for Lee Ratcliffe. They became partners on 1947. The Sadlers became sole owners in 1988.<br />
I bought many a Nancy Drew mystery novel at Ratcliffes when they were on 'D' street (west of the Dome). <br />
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The Lawton Heritage Association is offering its 2013 Christmas ornament. This years ornament features Roosevelt/Ron Stephens Stadium located at 1400 NW Dearborn. Back in the day the stadium was the site for all of the LHS football games. The stadium was built by the WPA (Work Progress Administration) in 1935-36. Native rock from the Wichita Mountains was brought in for the structure. LHS games, later Eisenhower and Cameron, played there until mid 1960's. Originally Roosevelt Stadium, the name was later changed to Ron Stephens Stadium in honor of Stephens who had been the Comanche County administrator for the WPA. <br />
Ornaments are very nicely done, in gift type box, only $15. Available at the Museum of the Great Plains (580) 581-3460; Massad's Gifts (580) 357-4500; and the Mattie Beal Home (very limited hours). <br />
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Sing Happy (December) Birthday to: Sue (Chalk) Briggs; Janice (Vaughn) Salisbury; Bill Stamps; Sharon (Anderson) Berndt. <br />
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Gene Grogan, 81, passed November 20 at his home in Potomac, Maryland (suburb of DC). Gene had battled Alzheimers for some time. He was husband of Jan (Rice) Grogan who is LHS class 1954. Jan writes that they "will have a celebration of his life at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Washington, DC on December 7th, the anniversary of our wedding 56 years ago."<br />
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Roberta (Wheeler) Hadley, 72, of Lawton, passed on November 29 from diabetes and a stroke back in October. Roberta was LHS Class 1959. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Craig Hadley, '60; a son; 2 daughters; 11 grandchildren; 2 brothers; 2 sisters. Services were December 4. <br />
Obit and guest book at: <www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Burt Chesley Montague MD, 79, of Lawton, passed at his home on December 2 after lengthy battle with cancer. 'Ches' was LHS Class 1952. He had a long and distinguished career in the medical field. He is survived by his wife Jeannie (Lee) Strait Montague; numerous children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A Memorial service was held December 9 in Lawton.<br />
Obit and guest book at: <www.beckerfuneral.com><br />
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Frederick W. 'Fred' Leippe, 81, of Lawton passed on December 6. Fred attended Washington and McKinley grade schools and was LHS class 1952. <br />
He is survived by his wife Loraine Grace (Wittig); 2 daughters and their families; 4 grandchildren; extended family including 2 brothers and 1 sister. A Memorial service was held December 14. <br />
Obit and guest book at: <www.beckerfuneral.com> <br />
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Dorothy B. (Brown) Ramsey, 88, of Lawton, passed on December 11. She was LHS class 1943. She was married to Raymond D. "Ray" Ramsey. He preceded her in death iin 1992. She is survived by large extended family. Services were December 16.<br />
Obit and guest book at: <www.beckerfuneral.com> <br />
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Robert Wayne "Bobby" Botts, 58, of Lawton, passed on December 10 after short battle with cancer. Robert was LHS class 1974. Robert or 'Bobbert' as we called him, was a friend. We will miss him as well as others who have left us. <br />
Obit and guest book at: <www.whineryhuddleston.com><br />
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Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones. <br />
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This will be the last newsletter of this year so I will wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a New Year -2014 - full of family, good health, and good friends.<br />
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"And to all a good night".......Georgiagjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-29546280375079343662014-01-06T17:23:00.004-08:002014-01-06T17:23:47.855-08:00......LHS News......<br />
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Bob Keiningham wites......"Sorry to hear about my buddy Jack Shanklin ... he tried to teach me how to dress all the way through High School! I turned 78 in April, but reading about old friends being that old still provides a little shock and awe!"<br />
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Ron Poole & wife Marilyn are now at home in Austin, TX. I have his contact info for those who may need it. He also wants to know if other '55 grads in the Austin area??<br />
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Myrna Kay (Langley) Daley, '56, writes...."After 25 years with a local accounting firm I finally retired. I spent the month of September in China. Had not planned to stay quite so long, but a typhoon arrived while I was in Hong Kong and the airport closed so my departure was delayed for 5 days. The best part of any trip is getting home."<br />
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Janette (Hanes), '54, has just helped Peggy (Elledge) Long, '54, move the last of her (Peggys) belongings to Santa Fe. Peggy has been in process of moving for some time, but now has it done!! <br />
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And with Peggy settled, Janette (Hanes) headed back to Lawton to begin her own move back to the home town. So, we lose one, but gain one. Welcome home Janette. <br />
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Also, Susan (Hankins) Ellington will be leaving her long time residence in Las Cruces, NM. She will be moving to Santa Fe in next few months. She describes her new SF home as "territorial style with a small front courtyard." Picture looked great! Getting to be a nice 'community' of former Lawtonians in SF. Some full time, some part-timers.<br />
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Gerda (Keas) Campbell, '60, won the State title &amp; traveling trophy in a 36 Hole Net golf tournament played at Lake Hefner-North Golf Course in Oklahoma City. This tournament was for any woman 50 &amp; over in the state of Oklahoma. The trophy has been 'traveling' since 1959. Congrats Gerda! Photo.<br />
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David Whitwell did a 30 minute interview with Moscow (yes, Russia) via Skype back in October. Oct. 14 is the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Leipzig, in which the Russians played a big part. It was the biggest political event of the 19th century, as it ended Napoleon's attempt to take over all of Europe. They asked to interview David on the subject of the military bands involved. btw...David has 38 books listed on Amazon (centered on music).<br />
Note: didn't know about the battle of Leipzig, but October 14 is a very special day as was my Moms birthday...she would have been 92.<br />
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My Bill and I traveled to BIG D on OU/TX week-end. While the outcome of the game wasn't as we hoped, we did have opportunity to connect with several former Lawtonians/classmates now living in Dallas. Bob Drewry, '52, and wife Karen were doing great as was Ron Jones, '55, who had just returned (literally 2:00am that Friday morn) from a tour of Italy. He came home with a bad case of laryngitis so made it difficult for him to tell us what a great time he had! Also visited with Nancy (Klass), '55, and hubby Bryan Medlock.<br />
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Great article in Lawton paper of October 15, page 8-A ....Jerry Strickland, '57, and his collection of vintage cars. Jerry is 'Strickland Racing of Cache'. Great color pictures showing his '66 Corvette Stingray Convertible; a '73 Dodge Dart Swinger; a '57 Chevy Bel Air hardtop. Also a history of Jerrys collecting and restoring the cars. Super cars, good read, and if you are in Cache the cars are nicely displayed on Cache Road in a building next to the Dollar General store. <br />
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'59 classmate George Bridges, my Bill, '52, my brother George Gill, '63 and several others spent 8 days in Costa Rico fishing for Tarpon. Big time had by all and since catch and release.....no messy cleaning of fish! Photo.<br />
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Also fishing, Mitch Braley, '57, and his son David just made a major haul while at Corpus Christi. Photo.<br />
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Great front page article about classmate Edward Charles Ellenbrook, '56, and his love of the Wichita Mountains. Charles has written numerous articles, trail guides, and maps of the Wichita Mtns and area. He writes a monthly column for the Lawton paper as well. Lawton Constitution, November 18. <br />
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Belated Happy (October) Birthdays: Hankins (Ellington) and Mary (Harris) Thompson, both '56ers; Earl Barton. Happy (November) Birthdays: Dee (Vanderpool) Glass, '52; George Gill, '63; Barbara (Ferguson) Perry, '50; Judy (Matthews) Johnson, '58.<br />
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Don Merrick, '53, and bride Saundra (Buzbee), '60, just celebrated their Golden 50th (Oct). They live in Lawton, but an army career saw many moves for the family over the years. FYI - Saundra is the artist who created the wonderful 'Old Lawton' watercolor prints featuring the old landmarks of Lawton yesteryear. Major Congrats! <br />
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Am attaching several photos to this email of above mentioned classmates.<br />
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Burt Chesley Montague, '52, of Lawton, is dealing with renal cancer and is currently at home with hospice. Don Sherry, '52, Lawton, is ill and currently at home with hospice.<br />
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Edith (Lawrence) Caha, '52, had a freak accident resulting in both her legs being broken. She is currently at Cedar Crest Manor here in Lawton. <br />
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Darlene Dean, wife of Eugene Dean, '52, is quite ill and with hospice. <br />
Numerous other classmates are experiencing health issues and your prayers would be appreciated. <br />
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Tommye (Boudreaux) Hobbs will host a 'Celebration of Life' for hubby Ray Hobbs and will welcome friends at her new Lawton home. The celebration will be on Saturday November 30 at 4105 NW Meadowbrook, 2:00pm ~ 5:00pm. Tommye says there will be no program or service, just an opportunity for friends and family to get together, reminisce, and celebrate Ray's life. Light lunch, lots of memorabilia, pictures, DVD. Ray passed August 20 in Lawton.<br />
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Jim Warkentin, 76, passed November 8 in Florida after a short battle with cancer. He was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia this past August. Jim was LHS class 1955. He is survived by wife Carmen; a daughter Keri Lynn &amp; family; a son Ted &amp; family; sister Judy (Warkentin) Bryan; a brother Jack Warkentin. There was no service. Obit in Lawton paper November 18. www .swoknews.com<br />
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Shirlene Marie (Boyd) Pinchback, 74, of Lawton, passed on November 5. Shirlene is LHS class 1957. She is survived by husband Larry; three sons and their families; extended family. Service was Nov. 8 in Lawton. Obit and guest book at: www.beckerfuneral.com<br />
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Julie (Kent) Mays, 69, of Lawton, passed on November 1. Julie was LHS class 1962. She is survived by a daughter Clea and family including a granddaughter; a cousin Joan Williams& husband Clancey; extended family. Julie was a lovely person, she will be missed by many. <br />
Obit and guest book at: www .grayfuneral.com<br />
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Theadore F. "Teddy" Wise, 70, of Lawton, passed on October 19. A memorial service was held October 24. Teddy was LHS class 1961. Teddy was an 'army brat' and later had a distinguished career of his own in the military and also as a freelance photographer.<br />
Extended obit and guest book at: www .beckerfuneral.com<br />
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David L. Davis passed at his home in Dallas, TX. His daughter Michelle sent that he had died peacefully in his sleep. She did not send exact date or if any service, but his passing has been very recent (October). Believe David was class 1952 or may have left before graduation? He was married to Claudette (Palmer) - also class of 1952 - and she passed several years ago.<br />
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Charlene (Lewis) Wigington, 93, Lawton, passed on November 7. She is mom of classmates Dan Wigington, Ron Wigington, and Sylvia (Wigington) Crockett. Services were November 12 in Lawton.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www .grayfuneral.com<br />
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Our sympathies and prayers are always with those who have lost loved ones. <br />
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Lawton High once again 'Home of Champions' as [under coach Randy Breeze] they finished the season 10-0, sewing up the District football title and finishing off the Wolverines 11th unbeaten regular season in school history. Go Wolverines! <br />
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Halloween was scary, now we press on to turkey and dressing, then in no time.....Santa Claus! Time flies! Regards to all.......Georgiagjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-60122585021619661592013-11-01T20:03:00.001-07:002014-01-06T17:47:27.073-08:00......LHS News......<br />
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I have a '59 classmate - PATSY (Sherratt) Theobald - and for some strange reason I insist on calling her Nancy. I did so (again) in last news & I apologize & will see if I can get my brain in gear! <br />
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From the eMail bag:<br />
Frankie (Ingraham) Kinderman sends....."a 'hello' to longtime friend and neighbor of the past, Kenneth Easton. I hope to get home before long and would love to see some of those Lawton schools kids."<br />
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Ron Poole, class '55, and wife Marilyn send word that they are moving from the Seattle area to Austin Texas on Sept 30th. Their email will remain same.<br />
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Tom Burroughs, '56, writes....."I had the opportunity to talk with Pat Adair and see the pix from Canada. I had been to all the places she showed me but was nice to see them again. It has been several months since my wife (Phyllis) passed away and I'm still adjusting. I also talked with Charlotte McGill today in California and she is doing well and doing lots of traveling. Both these gals were a big part of my growing up years and it is always nice to touch base."<br />
btw.....Tom would like to visit with any classmates via email or snail mail. <br />
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Laci Franks, 18 year old granddaughter of classmate Shirley (Edgmon) Franks, '55, has enlisted in the US Navy & is headed to Great Lakes Basic training in November! Anchors Away Laci!<br />
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Bruce Knowles up Alaska way writes....."Our summer is coming to an end, we had frost last week [end of Aug] and leaves are turning colors. I thought I would send you some flowers our friend grew. They are Delphiniums; that what you get with 24 hours of sunlight." <br />
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Sept. 2013..... Jeane Virginia (Stockton) O’Brien, class of 1961 retired from USAA, San Antonio, after 19 years, 7 months and 19 days. LHS classmates at the retirement party: Neta (Sparkman) Callihan, ’65; Dee (Dever) Brame (and spouse Charlie), ’65; and George Glasby, '57 (and spouse Carol), ’59. Jeane and hubby of 47 years, Jim, are selling their home in Canyon Lake TX and moving to Florida, Myakka City area near Tampa. All the best...enjoy!<br />
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Had nice visit with Janette (Hanes), '54, she has found a house and is in process of moving 'home' to Lawton. Welcome!!<br />
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I attended the Friday night event for the recent class 1958 reunion. Great crowd, lot of '58ers and all seemed to be having a good time. Numerous from 'other years' as well. There should be pictures posted on Facebook under Lawton High class 1958 or some similar tag. <br />
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And, Ed Harp has photo album of pictures at joint reunion held back on August 2-3. Email Ed and he will tell you how to access. He is still hoping to get some pictures from the Friday night event at Ramon Johns house. edharp@swbell.net<br />
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Congratulations to Senior Chance Moody who was crowned LHS Homecoming Queen on Thursday evening (Oct. 3).<br />
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Sing belated Happy (September) Birthday to Bill Scott, '59; Ron Jones, '55. <br />
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Also a Happy 60th Anniversary (Sept) to Bill and Joyce (Allison) Gentry. Bill is class '52, Joyce is class '53. Major congrats guys! btw...the happy couple was pictured in the Oklahoman under Anniversaries - Sept. 21. <br />
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And...hats 'n horns for Happy (October) Birthdays: Suzanne (Jones) Crawford; Marilyn (Lewis) Smith; Tom Dillon; Wayne Parks; Jim Powers; Princess (Gill) Turner.<br />
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Mike Wyant, '57, is continuing to improve [slowly] after a hospital stay following a couple of very bad falls causing damage to his low back plus malfunction and ultimate replacement of his defibrillator. Mike, I know all join me in wishing you a good recovery. <br />
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Jack Cherry Shanklin, 79, of Houston, TX, passed on September 30 after a battle with cancer. Jack was LHS class 1952. Jack was one of 7 children and is survived by current wife Debbie; 2 sons and their families; 3 daughters and their families; 8 grandchildren, extended family. He is also survived by brother Bob Shanklin of Lawton; sister Jane Jones of Lawton; brother Jerry Shanklin of Spring, TX. A memorial service was held in Houston on October 3. <br />
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Farris Lindsey, 72, of Walters, passed on September 27. Services were September 30. Farris was LHS class 1959. Farris is survived by wife Mary (Langford); 3 sons; 2 brothers and extended family. Extended obit and guest book at: www .hart-wyattfuneralhome.com<br />
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Lt. Col. Don Van Dyke, DVM, 80, of Ft. Worth, TX passed on September 9. Don was LHS class 1951. Graveside services with full military honors were held September 11 in Comanche. Don is survived by a brother Jack Van Dyke and extended family.<br />
Online guest book at: www.comanchefhpldi.net<br />
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Ernest "Louis" Boyce, 81, of Edmond, passed on August 31 after a long battle with Parkinsons. Louis was LHS class 1950. He was very involved with the FFA and his four man team won 3 State wide livestock show judgings. He is survived by wife Betty (Wood), '55; three grown children and their families; extended family. Betty has moved to a Senior Living Village of 62 and older in Edmond. Extended obit and guest book at: www. matthewsfuneralhome.com<br />
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Genevieve "Gents" Stamps Latham, 94, of Lawton passed on October 2. There will be a grave side service at 1:00pm, Tuesday October 15, at Highland Cemetery in Lawton. Gents is the mother of LHS classmates Bill Stamps, Jr; Sue (Stamps) Johnson; 5 grandchildren and large extended family.<br />
Obit and guest book at: www .beckerfuneral.com<br />
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Elna C. "Peggy" (Davie) Raley, 97, of Norman passed on October 3. Services were October 8 in Lawton. Peggy is mother of LHS classmates Tom Raley; Patricia (Raley) Welch; grand and great grandchildren and extended family. <br />
Obit and guest book at: www .grayfuneral.com<br />
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Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones.<br />
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Regards to all............Georgiagjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-74214109481811094042013-09-17T07:19:00.003-07:002013-09-17T07:19:57.044-07:00<div style="text-align: left;">
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I doubt few know - or care - BUT...the <b>Lava Lamp</b> is 50 years old! Yes! The design was created by a British inventor and former WW11 pilot <b>Edward Craven-Walker. </b>It was first marketed as an <i>"exotic conversation piece" </i>by a British company back in 1963. The lamp came to be a real icon or 'symbol' of the '60's. It has been much copied since, but original - and working- ones can still be found occasionally in antique and junk shops.<br />
<b>And for you with inquiring minds.</b>...the lamps are based on two liquids of slightly different density which <i>will not mix.</i> The heavier liquid sinks to the bottom, but when heated by the lamp light its density decreases and it floats to the top! <i>Viola!~ <br /><br />
</i><b>From the eMail bag:<br /><br />
</b>Someone is looking for friend <b>Leonard Gregory.</b> He was married at one time to '59 classmate <b>Jolene Narmore.</b> They divorced and do not know where-abouts of either. If you have info, please share with me. Thanks! <br /><br />
"I am sorry to hear of the end of <i>The</i> <i>Tattler</i>. <b> Miss Vanita Lee</b> and writing for <i>The Tattler</i> are two of the very few things in my LHS experience that significantly changed my life for the better."<br />
<b>John Waller<br /><br />
</b>Photo of <b>Lewis Chandler</b> in Gredos, Spain participating in 'Vaughan Town'. <a eudora="autourl" href="http://volunteers.grupovaughan.com/">http://volunteers.grupovaughan.com/</a> He is now back in US of A and taking off again for points in CO, ending with a few days in Santa Fe before returning to OK. Photo above.<br /><br />
<b>Pat (Adair) Vowell,</b> '57, just back from trip to visit family in Canada took some spectacular pictures. <br /><br />
<b>Murdoch Matthew </b>also celebrated an August Birthday.......<i>82 years young!!!! Many happy returns! <br /><br />
</i><span style="color: red;"><b>Class 1958 reunion</b></span> coming up fast! <span style="color: red;"><b>September 20-21.</b></span> For details or info contact <b>Ken Easton </b>at: <br />
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Appreciate emails from: <b>Nancy (Sherratt) Theobald; Sameera (Hamra) Murad; Peggy (Stockton) Cravens; Bill Buntyn; Fran (Jacks) Wehner; Ron Hagler; Sonja (Reynolds) Homan. <br /><br />
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<b>Dolores (Warner) Mueller,</b> '52, writes that both her sons have the disease hemophilia that also affected Dolores brother <b>David Warner, </b>'56, and eventually caused his passing. Dolores youngest son David, 47, is preparing for a liver transplant as soon as possible. They would appreciate your prayers. <br /><br />
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<b>Ann (Taff) Wassel, </b>75, Dallas, TX, passed August 12. Ann was LHS class 1956. She is survived by husband <b>John</b> <b>William Wassel</b> (he attended LHS as Bill Woods and was class '55); a son and 4 grandchildren and extended family. <br />
There will be a Memorial service at 12:00 noon, <b>Saturday September 7,</b> St. John's Episcopal Church, 848 Harter Road, Dallas. <br /><br />
<b>Mary Kathleen 'Kathy' (Fields) Phillips,</b> 62, Chattanooga, OK, passed on September 4. She attended Wilson grade school and was LHS class 1969. She is survived by husband <b>Ron;</b> 2 sons; extended family. The family will greet friends from 2:00pm ~ 4:00pm Sunday September 8 at Becker Funeral Home. <br />
Services will be <b>10:00am, Monday Sept. 9, </b>Calvary Baptist church in Lawton.<br />
Extended obit and guest book at: <a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a><br /><br />
<b>Pauline (Harrold) Young, </b>94, Lawton, passed on September 1 after a long illness. Pauline attended Emerson grade school and was LHS class 1937. She is survived by a daughter Phyllis Ann of the home and large extended family. She will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery with her husband LTC (ret) John C. Young. <br />
Extended obit and guest book at: <a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a><br /><br />
<b>Patricia 'Patsy' Joy (Metcalf) Phelps,</b> 69, of Lawton, passed on August 31. Patsy was LHS class 1962. She is survived by her husband of fifty years Ray; a daughter Sally; extended family. Graveside services were held September 4.<br />
Extended obit and guest book at: <a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.whineryhuddleston.com/">www.whineryhuddleston.com</a><br /><br />
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Hope to see some of you at the '58 reunion! Regards.....<span style="color: red; font-family: Lucida Handwriting; font-size: medium;"><b><i>Georgia </i></b></span></kennetheeaston>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-12777710482020430352013-09-17T07:13:00.000-07:002013-09-17T07:13:01.338-07:00<div align="center">
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<i>"Surfin USA"</i> by the <b>Beach Boys</b> was voted most popular summer song of <i>all time</i> on a Google poll! The VERY popular group formed in about 1961. Fantastic sound. <br />
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<i>"We'll all be gone for the summer<br />
We're on safari to stay<br />
Tell the teacher we're surfin'<br />
Surfin' U.S.A."<br /><br />
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New format...sadly...NEW NAME! The <b><i>Lawton High Tattler </i></b>will <i>cease publishing in paper form </i>this year and will move to an on-line format only! It was also announced that the on-line newspaper will have a NEW name chosen by the staff! First edition should be available first week of October and in the beginning will probably be a monthly. Not sure where to access as yet! Change....inevitable, but sad. The Tattler really kept us informed back in the day! <br /><br />
<b>Norman Cantrell, Lawton, </b>has been elected as President of The Piano Technicians Guild and as such will represent the Guilds US interest in October when he attends the International meeting of such guilds in Hangzou, China. Cantrell operates a Piano Clinic in Lawton specializing in tuning, repair, and restoration of pianos, organs, and other similar music instruments. Norman is LHS class 1978. <br /><br />
<b>From the eMail bag:<br /><br />
Ed Harp </b>would like to have any pictures taken at the <b>Friday night </b>reunion event at <b>Ramon Johns</b>....if any of you have Friday night photos, please share with Ed. <edharp swbell.net=""><br /><br />
"I'm nearing the end of my quest to see all the national parks out west (I'm saving California for later). I bought a jeep and headed west -- all by myself -- to prove I could do it. I started in the BadLands, then Black Hills, on to Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons, Bryce Canyon, Dead Horse Point, CanyonLands, Red Canyon, Mesa Verde, Zion, Grand Canyon.... and on the way home stopped off in Santa Fe, NM, to have lunch with <b>Rex Givens.</b> He loves it in Santa Fe .... almost convinced me that it is the place to live. I'm enclosing a picture of me at Mt. Rushmore. This was an absolutely wonderful trip -- a once-in-a-lifetime adventure." <br />
<b>Beverly (Spradlin) Raley, '59<br /><br />
</b>"Bev [wife] and I are preparing for a hike into the Grand Canyon this fall. To get in shape, we are hiking (6 miles rt) Mount Scott in the early AM. To finish another four miles, we then hike to the Panther Creek arrastra. If one wishes to find it, take Ellenbrook's article with you and use it as carefully as a map. The first time we looked, Bev and I <u>lucked out</u> and found it. Then we <u>failed twice to find it again</u>. The fourth time we used his GPS location and went right to it. <br />
Even if you don't find it, the whole point is "the chase", and being out in the refuge."<br />
<b>Don Wooley, </b>'64 <br /><br />
<b>"Charles Ellenbrook</b> gave a guided tour to an Arrastra (don't know if it was Panther Creek but it may have been) many years ago. I really enjoyed the tour." <br />
<b>Frankie (Kurtz) Browning<br /><br />
Tempe Brown (Tip Cockrell),</b> '57, now has her childrens book in print! <i>"The Little Dirt People". </i>If you have interest<i> </i>you can visit her website: tempebrown.com or tempebrown.org. Click on books and cd's. <br /><br />
"We are in Colorado for the summer. Had to evacuate because of the fires out here. We spent 12 days in Santa Fe before we could get back in to our RV."<br />
<b>Sandra (Austin) Smith and Glen<br /><br />
</b>'59 classmate <b>Larry Joe Thompson - </b>traveling on the West coast - tangled with a deer and his car lost! He was stalled in Spokane for a while getting repairs but headed home. <br /><br />
Sending <span style="color: magenta;"><b>H<i>appy Anniversary wishes </i></b></span>to <b>Luther and Barbara (Petty) Green </b>celebrating 57 glorious years together on August 30. Luther is class '57 and Barbara is same year but attended St. Marys. Luther said they started dating their Junior year and "raised each other". Major congrats guys!!!<br /><br />
And a <span style="color: magenta;"><b>Happy (Golden) 50th </b></span>to '59 classmate <b>Peggy (Stockton) Cravens</b> and hubby <b>Jim </b>on August 25! Great milestone. Congrats guys! <br /><br />
More <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>August Birthday</i></b></span> wishes....<b>Carlana (Fitch) Murray; Fray Palmer. <br /><br />
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Tom Bateman, </b>70, Lawton, passed on August 25. Tom was LHS class 1960. He is survived by a son Shaun; friend Chebe Jones. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and a brother <b>Johnny Bateman,</b> '59. Friends may visit or view at the funeral home [today] Wednesday from 8:00am ~ 9:00pm. There was no mention of a service.<br />
Extended obit and guest book at: <<a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a>><br /><br />
<b>Loewen Lee Howard,</b> 72, of Lawton passed on August 10. Memorial service was August 14. Loewen was LHS class 1960. He is survived by a son; 2 daughters; grandchildren; brothers Col. James D and Gary Bob. <br />
Extended obit and guest book at: <<a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a>><br /><br />
<b> Evelyn (Hankins) Schneider, </b>88, of Lawton passed on August 6. Interment was at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Lawton. She attended Lincoln and Hillside Elementary and was LHS class 1941. She is survived by a daughter and large extended family. She is a cousin somewhat removed (according to Susan) of Susan (Hankins) Ellington and also Frank Hankins. Evelyn was a very pretty lady. <br />
Extended and interesting obit and guest book at: <<a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a>><br /><br />
<b>Elmer Ray Hobbs,</b> 82, passed on August 20 from injuries (passenger) in an auto crash in Lawton. Ray was cremated with no service as per his wishes. Ray had also been fighting cancer for several years. <br />
Ray is survived by wife <b>Tommye (Boudreaux)</b> - they just celebrated their 61st anniversary; a daughter Mikel in CA and a son Kelly Ray in NC. <br /><br />
<b>Note:</b> Ray & Tommye were in Lawton (from CA) for the reunion Aug. 2-3 and announced they were leaving CA for good, purchasing a house and moving home to Lawton. It was a busy few days with the reunion, the purchase of a house, sale of their house in CA, and a great interview with Ray and story by <b>Herb Jacobs</b> for his column: Sunday August 11, page 3-C. Ray had a very distinguished career in sports at LHS, receiving award as <b>Lawton Highs Outstanding Athlete in 1952. </b>Great read. <br />
**There will be a <i>celebration of life</i> for Ray at the home in Chowchilla, CA (9020 Hunters Creek) on <b>Sunday September</b> <b>22 at 2:00pm;</b> then a celebration of life for Ray at their new Lawton home on<b> Saturday November 30, 2:00pm</b> - 4105 NW Meadowbrook. Tommye says <i>"there will be no special services....it's a chance for our families and friends to get together and reminisce. We'd love to have you at either one or both</i>."<br /><br />
Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones. <br /><br />
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Summer winding down......regards to all....<span style="color: red; font-family: Lucida Handwriting; font-size: medium;"><b><i>.Georgia</i></b></span></edharp>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-30807243962715754312013-08-08T11:54:00.001-07:002013-09-17T07:09:48.165-07:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">......LHS News......</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Some will be receiving the news for first time....this is a good start for you as this is a 'double' batch of the news. Hope you enjoy! Remember, previously sent news and photos are archived at the blog: www.thewolvernet.blogspot.com</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Does anyone know the whereabouts of classmate <b>Jim Sutton?</b> Apparently he has moved. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">And, anyone know where-a-bouts of <b>Cheryl (Draganza) Dayton?</b> Or, <b>Pam Fincher. </b>Pam was 'army brat' and may not have graduated? Friends are looking. Let me know if you have info. Thanks.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Reunion of classes '52 ~ '54 this past week-end was well attended and fun had by all! Re-cap and pictures SOON!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> btw....<b>.Don Williams,</b> class '53, was in town for the reunion and Herb Jacobs used the opportunity to write a great article for his Sunday column - 'Where Are They Now'? - highlighting Dons abilities on the tennis and squash courts as well as his distinguished career after he graduated West Point. Very good read. Sunday Constitution, August 4, page 3-C.<b> </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Appreciate <b>Mary (Bowman) Thigpen,</b> '49, for keeping me in the loop....this from Mary.......</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Peggy (Loud) Forster,</b> '49, has her book in print!!! '<i>Letter Sounds to Help Parents Help Their Children'</i> is available at: http: www.createspace.com It is also available through Amazon.com. Peggy wrote..."it has been quite a journey". She is living in a Senior complex in San Francisco.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Edward Charles Ellenbrooks'</b> August article is most interesting - about the Panther Creek Arrastra. [excerpt].....Arrastras were first introduced into this country by the Spanish in the 1500's. Arrastra comes from a Spanish word that means ...'to drag along the ground'. They were used to 'crush' rocks/ore in search for gold or silver. Probably built by miners at the turn of the century, the Panther Creek arrastra is one of the finest examples of a Spanish type arrastra and one of thre<b>e </b>found in the Wichitas. This<b> </b>particular grinder is a little difficult to find, but Charles article gives much information about it as well as the location (map included). Very interesting read. Lawton Constitution, Saturday July 13, page 1 -C. Or, you can always contact Charles at: ecebrook sbcglobal.net</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> btw....Lou Green </b>has visited one of the arrastras in the Wichitas. Attached is a picture Luther sent back in spring of 2011. Gives a good idea what they look like although it is quite crude and do NOT believe it is the one Charles has pictured in his article.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Great article featuring <b>Bill and Billie (Suggs) Penn.</b> Titled: <i>'Bill and Billie: A Powerful Pair'</i>. Talks of the years the pair have spent involved in the Lawton community. Billie was field representative for US Sen. Don Nickles for 18 years and Bills many years of singing barbershop and being key member of the award winning Chairman of the Chord quartet. Billie Marie (Suggs) was LHS class 1957 and Bill is from Walters. They will celebrate their 54th anniversary this September. Great read. Lawton Constitution, Monday July 8, front page and page 3-A. www .swoknews.com</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Karon (Carpenter) Kylllingstad,</b> '60, back home in Lawton after 2 weeks visiting with <b>Karen (Kimball) Hutton,</b> '60, in Ohio and Pittsburgh. Also Karens sister, <b>Barbara (Kimball) Grundman</b> and two of her children Allen Grundman and Susan Grundman. They are all LHS grads!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Era Faye (Hamm) Kurtz,</b> '59 writes that she & hubby <b>David,</b> '59, are still in Wichita, Kansas and doing great! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Charles and Jackie Darling</b> had super time on a recent trip to Alaska. As fires were raging in S. CA they were craving Alaskas cooler temps. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> George Gill,</b> '63, (my bro) in Sturgis, SD the past few days where he attended the annual Motorcycle rally! He's a 'Harley Hogger!'</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Glenn Webb</b> and wife <b>Carole</b> report "the time of their lives" in Athens and Ephesus. Glenn sent a great photo album. btw...Glenn is class '53 and was diagnosed recently with a benign brain tumor. Apparently he has had it for years and at least so far has not experienced any side-effects from the tumor.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> July Anniversaries include...... '59 classmate Ed Coulson and wife Susan celebrated their 25th Anniversary by taking 22 members of their family to Disneyland! Sounds 'magical' to me. The Coulsons live in Phoenix. Major congrats guys!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> More congratulations due Fred Burch, '52, and wife Claudette (Taylor), '55, of Lawton, as they celebrated their 60th anniversary by renewing their wedding vows at an event hosted by their daughter Fredda Steinberg in Houston.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Also, '59 classmate Ellouise (Haulcy) and hubby Ernest Paul Love celebrated their 50th <b>anniversary with a reception in Lawton hosted by their children and grandchildren.</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Happy, Happy, August Anniversary to: Janey (Johnston) and Bill Scott - 49th; Babs (Yarmuk) and Dee Givens - 52nd; Georgia (Gill) and Bill Williams - 48th; George and Christine (Parr) Gill - 47th. Congratulations to us all....wonderful accomplishment!</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> And sing August Happy Birthday to: Sally Beth (Bassell) Wiseman; Bettie (Mowrey) Vail; Megan (Gill) Caudill; Tiffany Gill.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Appreciate the vintage picture of Doe Doe Park send by Nikki Baker. I have posted it on the blog, right hand side, scroll down. It joins another picture of Doe Doe. </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Tom Burroughs writes that he has "fond memories" of many he reads about in the news and would love to visit [email, mail, or phone] with any LHS classmates. You can correspond with Tom at (406) 837-5594; saxman cyberport.net snail mail is: PO Box 536, Bigfork, MT 59911. Tom is looking forward to the next class '56 reunion and plans to be there!</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> John McKee, '54, hosted his annual 4th of July OU BBQ at his home in Santa Fe. Johns annual get together is for OU Sooners now living or visiting in Santa Fe. Some Lawton or former Lawton Sooners in attendance: Dee and Babs Givens; Bob and Karen Drewry; Suzie (Drewry) Battalia; Jack and Judy (Warkentin) Bryan. </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Plans are finalized for class 1958 reunion September 20-21. Reservation and information forms are in the mail. If you need additional info, contact Kenneth Easton - kennetheeaston yahoo.com (580)353-6252 or (580)353-6253 fax.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Appreciate emails from: Loretta (Hartline); Wanda Gayle (Smith) Sunderland; Larry Joe Thompson; Betty Boyce; Mary (Harris) Thompson; Bob Drewry; Pat (Adair) Vowell;</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Mary Lou (Holt) Daniel passed on August 4 in Edmond. Mary Lou was LHS class 1943. Burial will be 11:00am on Friday August 9, in the Fort Sill East Cemetery. A Memorial Service at the Edmond church of Christ will follow at 2:30pm. http: matthewsfuneralhome.com</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Patricia Ann (Mercer) Howeth Sanders, 80, of Edmond passed on July 12. Memorial service was at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Lawton on July 16. Pat attended Washington and Wilson grade schools, central, and was LHS class 1950. She is survived by a daughter and her family; a son and his family; a brother Earl Mercer; large extended family.
Extended obit and guest book at: www .beckerfuneral.com</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Helen (Jarvis) McReynolds, 82, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed on July 10. Services were in Des Moines on July 15 with burial in Lawton on July 17. Helen was LHS class 1947. She married William Claxon McReynolds in 1951, he preceded her in death. She is survived by a son and two daughters and their families. An extended and interesting obit and guest book at: www.whineryhuddleston.com</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"> Randolph 'Randy' Bay Abbott, 63, Leavenworth, KS, passed on July 20. Randy was LHS class 1968. Services were July 24 in Leavenworth. He is survived by wife Joy; 3 daughters; extended family. Extended obit at: www.dodgeglobe.com
Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones and those receiving treatment for illness.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b> Happy Birthday Lawton. Doyce Grayson will be hawking 'refreshing adult beverages' every evening at the Lawton Rangers Rodeo starting Wednesday August 7 ~ at the L.O. Ranch. Regards to all........</b><span style="color: red;"><i>Georgia</i></span></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-37043748729601996022013-07-14T12:02:00.000-07:002013-07-17T20:44:50.560-07:00<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>btw</b>....ALL the details about the upcoming <span style="color: red;"><b>August 2-3 reunion of '52- '53- '54 classes, is posted on the blog.</b></span> <u>Deadline is coming up quick - July 15. </u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">"LHS grad <b>Charles Wo</b></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>odward,</b> probably '60 or '61, has a daughter, <b>Karen Maranelli,</b> who is the teacher injured so badly in the first Moore tornado. She was covering some of her students, and I believe something fell on her. She is doing pretty well.. and should be discharged from the hospital soon, if not already. My brother lives in Moore also (<b>Bill Stark,</b> LHS 66, I think), and was at work at Tinker. However, his wife, <b>Linda (Pierson) Stark,</b> also an LHS grad, was at home in Moore, in their shelter in the floor of the garage.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I remember being at a Latin Club convention or something like that in Norman, and we were outside of the building on a break, and watched a tornado coming our way. It veered off, I guess, since it didn't come any further toward us. Like the crazy teenagers that we were, we just stood there and watched it. I wonder if anyone else remembers this?" <b> Elaine Stark Paine, '58</b>"We live just south of 19th street in Moore (one mile South on SW 169th). 19th street looks like the devastation in Vietnam after the B52 bombing."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Robert Winstead<br /><br />Correction:</b> <b>Jan (Mitchell) Irwin</b> lives in her own home. Daughters is just short distance from her & it is daughters home that was destroyed in the tornado. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>John Waller</b> also lives very close to where the tornado hit. Fortunately no damage and he wasn't even in the state/country! He was in <i>Paris</i>.....that's France, not Texas! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">"It was good to see a story about <b>Fred Burch.</b> I didn't know about his baseball prowess. For the past several years we've seen Fred and his bride (my LHS classmate, <b>Claudette</b>), at the annual, premier social event of Cotton County. That event is a calf fry. (I was required to explain to our fifty-one year old daughter that they don't fry the entire calf � just carefully selected parts.)" </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i>Possibly gonna have the most fun this summer award</i> goes to...<b>Lewis Chandler</b> who emails........</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">"Summer plans begin this weekend [June 22nd] trip to St. Louis to watch the Cardinals and play golf each day. Home for two days and then off to the North Rim of The Grand Canyon. Will tent camp. Will then travel up to Glacier Natl. Park and just fly fish and camp along the way. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">In late July will be off to Madrid for 6 days, then take a train to Paris for 6 days, on to Rome via train for 3 days, then home. Excited to say the least."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Salas's Restaurant proved to be a chance meeting place for LHS grads. <b>Jerry Phelps, '57 and wife Gwen</b> <b>(Wood), '59, </b>along with <b>Doyce Grayson, '56 and Perry Brown, '57. </b>My Bill & I joined in conversation that covered <i>many</i> topics!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">LHS Golden Wolverine <b>Juanita (Bowman) Perkins</b> who celebrated her 102 bday in April was recently honored as a 50 year member in the [local] League of Women Voters. Juanita is the nicest, perkiest little lady. Her mind is sharp as a tack, only trouble she has is with her legs. She lives at a local retirement center and you'd never think she was a day over 75. Sweet person. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">'96 classmate Rep. <b>TW Shannon </b>- who is currently Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives - was member of a panel that was featured and interviewed by Sean Hannity (FOX) on Friday evening - June 21. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Former LHS and Cameron football standout - <b>Keith Lavender</b> - was subject of <b>Herb Jacobs</b> column on Sunday. (June 23, pg 7-C). Keith - who should be class '62-'63? - was <i>"always known as one of the toughest players</i> <i>pound-for-pound</i>". Herb's weekly <i>'Where Are They Now?'</i> discusses how Lavender ended up in Lawton after growing up in Wichita Falls. Good read! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">LHS grads <b>Keith Jackson</b> and wife<b> Alex (Roth)</b> recently celebrated their 40th Anniversary. Lifelong Lawtonians, Keith is a businessman and currently serving on the Lawton City Council. Alex has helped in the family businesses and raising 3 children. Major congrats guys! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">More <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Happy June Birthdays.</i></b></span>......<b>Jack Rhodes, '59; Dorothy (Dawson) DeMoro, '52; Ruth Ann Williams-Reeder, '52. </b>And <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>V</i>E<i>RY SPECIAL Birthday</i></b></span> <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Wishes</i></b></span> to <b>Ed Cagle</b> who will be <b>90</b> years young on July 22. Ed is LHS class 1941. All the best Ed! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">btw....<b>Dorothy and Ruth Ann</b> were born one day apart (June 7 and 8), same doctor, same nurse....Ruth Ann called Dorothy to wish her happy bday & to tell her she was going through an old box of Blue Bird and Camp Fire clippings and other precious memories of their childhood! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Appreciate emails from classmates: <b>Stella (Price) Naifeh; Larry Ray; Jan (Rice) Grogan; Kay (Kimball) Scott; Bettie (Mowry) Vail; Chuck Holcomb; Wayne Kniffin.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Bruce Knowles </b>emails that he and wife Shirley have been in CA [June] visiting kids/grandkids and had opportunity to visit with '62 grad <b>Steve Thomas.</b> Steve has been receiving proton treatment for a brain tumor. Bruce says he "looks good, appears 100%" and is happy chemo treatments have not been too harsh. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Had contact from <b>Tom Burroughs,</b> class 1956. He wrote that he lost his wife of 48 years last November. A difficult time. Tom is still in Bigfork, MT. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">A snail mail from G<b>lenda (Doan) Stanton</b> informs that she is <i>"through with radiation and trying to get back t</i>o <i>normal." </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Yvonne Coombs,</b> '56 emailed on July 8th that <b>Larry Hargett</b> has passed. No details. Larry was class 1956. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Jerry W. Pursley,</b> 73, of Waco, TX passed on June 26 after long bout with cancer. Jerry was LHS class 1957. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Services were July 9 in Lawton. Jerry is survived by a son and daughter and their families; a sister; large extended family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Very nice obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Monta (Sanders) Burt,</b> 101, of Lawton, passed on July 3. Monta is LHS grad but I am unsure of the year. Graveside service was July 9th. Monta is survived by son <b>R.A. Burt</b> and family; daughter <b>Janet (Burt) Terry </b>and family; daughter <b>Jo (Burt) Cook;</b> a daughter Wanda is deceased. Also surviving is Montas best friend for 88 years - <b>Juanita (Bowman) Perkins.</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Extended obit and guestbook at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Zelma Mae (Wilson) Vaughan,</b> 80, of Fletcher, passed on May 27. Services were May 30. She was LHS class 1951. She is survived by her husband John D. (Don); a son and his family; extended family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Extended obit and guest book at: </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Clente Bevitori, 75, </b>of Altamonte Springs, FL,<b> </b>passed on June 6 following heart surgery. Services were June 11. Clint was LHS Class 1957. He is survived by his wife Mary; 2 children; 5 grandchildren. He worked as a benefits consultant for Univers Workplace Solutions in Altamonte Springs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Bill Anderson</b> passed on June 21 in Trinity, TX. Services were in Huntsville, TX. Bill was LHS class 1957. Bill is survived by wife <b>Barbara (Kemp)</b>; 4 sons and their families; 9 grandchildren. Also a sister <b>Ruby (Anderson) Kirkes,</b> sister <b>Ardela (Anderson) Schmidt;</b> a sister<b> Wanda (Anderson) Varline </b>is deceased. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Jesse James Harper,</b> 82, of Lawton passed on June 5. Services were June 11. Jesse was born in Lawton and grew up here. He should have been an LHS grad but I do not know the year. He is survived by wife Helen; 2 daughters and families; large extended family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>G. Russell John,</b> 82, of Lawton, passed on June 30 after long fight with cancer. Russell was LHS class 1948. Services were July 3. Russell is survived by his wife <b>Bennie (Wilson)</b>; 2 sons and their families; large extended family including a brother <b>Ramon John.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">By chance I caught an obit in the Oklahoman:<b> Benjamin T. Lampkin, Jr.,</b> 84, of OKCity. He passed on July 6. He was LHS class 1945. Memorial service on July 11. He is survived by wife Toni; 6 daughters and their families; a brother Charles. Career in the military but outstanding career in law.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Extended obit at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.smithandkernke.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.smithandkernke.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Summer is here! Stay cool! <span style="color: red;"><b><i>Georgia</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">So much info, decided to post here. gjw</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Dates: Friday and Saturday, August 2 and 3, 2013 </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Place: Lawton, during the week of Lawton’s Birthday</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Friday, August 2: Ramon John’s</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Saturday, August 3: New Atrium at the old LHS</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Deadline for reservations for the reunion - July 15, 2013</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">CLASS OF 1952 - SEND RESERVATIONS TO: (ON OR BEFORE JULY 15</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO AND MAIL TO:</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> MARC</span></span><span style="color: navy; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">I</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">LLE (BURNS) COVEY</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">709 NW 36TH STREET</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">LAWTON</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">, </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">OK</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">73505</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> 580-355-0708</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> <a href="mailto:marccvy@sbcglobal.net">marccvy@sbcglobal.net</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> RICHARD HOPPER</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> 23336 </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">ST.</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> HWY 58</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> SEND RESERVATIONS TO: (ON OR BEFORE JULY 15)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> JANETTE HANES</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> 602-881-1823 (CELL</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> <a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net">jhanes@stellar.net</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Tour of old LHS - Starting around </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">3:30 PM</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> - See the renovation, the restoration, the archive room with memorabilia, and the decorated lockers! - It is great to see and will bring back a lot of memories</span></span><span style="color: navy; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">!</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Food - Catered by Salas's - Will be finger food, not a sit down dinner.. Water and cold drinks will be provided. A bar with beer and wine will be available - tickets will be sold for the beer and wine</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> Food will be available from about </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">5:30</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> to </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">7:00</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Dress - Western/casual (Since this is the week of </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Lawton</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">'s birthday, I thought Western/casual would be appropriate)</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">FOR THOSE NEEDING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE DRIVE TO ENTRANCE OF THE ATRIUM AND YOUR CAR WILL BE PARKED FOR YOU</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;">Hotel Reservations - Deadline: </span></span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;">July 18, 2013</span></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">APACHE CASINO HOTEL</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">RESERVATION CODE - G138LHS</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">$89 PLUS TAX PER NIGHT</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">HAMPTON</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> INN & SUITES</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">2610 NW CACHE ROAD</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">RESERVATION CODE - LHS Class '54 </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Reunion</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">$89 PLUS TAX PERE NIGHT</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES MARRIOTT</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">580-248-5500</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">RESERVATION CODE - Class of 1954 </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Reunion</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">$89 PLUS TAX PER NIGHT - STANDARD KING AND STANDARD DOUBLE</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">$92 PLUS TAX PER NIGHT - KING SUITE AND DOUBLE SUITE</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">A generous donation has been sent by Woody Wolverton. If there are others who would like to make a donation towards the cost of the reunion, please send to:</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Richard Hopper</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">23336 State Hwy</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> 58</span></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Lawton</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">, </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Oklahoma</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">73507</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">If there are funds left, the funds will be donated to: LAWTON PUBLIC SCHOOL FUND</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">A special Thanks to Ronald and Helen Ramming, Jane (</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Taylor</span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">) Green, Louise (Blackwelder)and Peggy (Elledge) Long for the footwork done for me in </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Lawton</span></span><br />
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</b></span>I <span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">am sure most are well aware of the horrible tornado that came through Oklahoma on May 20. It was a terrible weather event and so many precious lives lost in the destruction. The property damage is staggering and will be years in the re-building. Those directly affected need our prayers and any help we can administer as they begin to rebuild their lives.<br /><br />Several have asked about classmates that might have been affected. As of this writing the only one I have knowledge of is <b>Jan (Mitchell) Irwin,</b> class '55. She lived with her daughter and grandson. They are all OK, but lost everything. I know there are probably others who were directly affected and others close to the storm but not in the direct path. <br /><br />Although retired, <b>Dr. P.R. Ramey,</b> '63, went to Norman Regional Hosp to help.<br /><br />PS Sadly, more tornados in El Reno and OKC areas with loss of life and damage on May 31. This storm (tornado) has been recorded as the widest in history. <br /><br />*****************<br /><br />'59 classmate <b>Joan (Lee) Houghton </b>and hubby <b>Jerry</b> are off on a flight to Hawaii where they will board ship to cruise the Islands! All in celebration of their 55th anniversary! Major congrats....<i>Aloha and bon voyage</i> guys!<br /><br />I had a lovely phone visit with <b>Susan (Hankins) Ellington,</b> '57, who was in the home town over the Memorial Day week-end. She joined numerous family (cousins and others) who got together for a mini (many)-reunion and some family genealogy work. She said good to be back in Lawton even if briefly and after a wonderful visit she was headed home (Las Cruces, NM) with daughter doing the driving. <br /><br />Another good read from <b>Herb Jacobs</b> - <u>Lawton Constitution,</u> May 26, page 3-C. 1963 classmate <b>Scotty Long, </b>home for his 50th reunion, recalled memories of ball games gone by. Long was a starter on three State Championship teams in the 1962 calendar year. As a Senior ('63), he was Boomer Conference Lineman of the Year and the baseball Player of the Year. He made All-State in both sports. As I said, good read with lot of familiar names.<br /><br />Also, Herbs column of <b>Sunday June 2 - page 3-C, </b>features 1952 classmate <b>Fred Burch </b>and his baseball expertise. Fred is one of only 25 Wolverines who have earned selection to the All-State baseball team. Burch was a catcher and 3 year letterman for <b>Coach Paul Wilson. </b>Good read. <br />(See pix - shows Fred today, holding a picture of himself in uniform taken in 1952.) <br /><br /><b>Tommy (Boudreaux) Hobbs</b> and hubby <b>Ray,</b> both class 1952, are planning to be 'home' for the August reunion. They are living in CA and hope after making the long trip other '52 classmates will be at the reunion as well. <b>August 2-3-4.</b> Contact <b>Janette (Hanes).</b> </span><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net">jhanes@stellar.net</a> <jhanes stellar.net=""><br /><br />A few days ago I was in traffic. A beautiful late model, metallic red Cadillac was in front of me and the licence plate read: [<span style="color: red;"><b>LHS</b></span>4EVR] </jhanes></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">In those colors! White haired man driving. I did not recognize him, but the tag sentiment was right-on! <br /><br />Sing <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Happy June Birthday </i></b></span>to: Mike Gill, '71; Barbara (Patton) James, '57; Bill Williams, '52; Janey (Johnston) Scott, '59; Babs (Yarmuk) Givens, '59; Bussie Wyatt, '58; <br /><br />*****************<br /><br /><b>Karl W. Aurell, Jr.</b>, 82, of Lawton, passed on May 15. Services were May 17. Karl was LHS class 1948.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br />Former LHS teacher <b>Bob J. Roundtree, </b>87, of Chandler, AZ, passed on May 20. Services were in Lawton on May 25 with burial near Sulphur, OK. Mr. Roundtree was in the LPS system many years and taught at LHS several years beginning in 1957. <br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"> <br /><br />*****************<br /><br />Regards to all.....<span style="color: red;"><b><i>Georgia </i></b></span></span></span></div>
gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-17178919943399026142013-05-31T19:33:00.004-07:002013-05-31T19:33:55.203-07:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent May 14-15</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I have had several emails returned saying 'blocked' or some kind of spam blocker program. I do send in bulk and it will usually be blocked by any such program. Just wanted you to know in case you miss the 'news'. Afraid you won't get this either! sigh!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">And, once again computer working against me. Would suggest any email sent to me go to both address (one above + the gvinenews@sbcglobal.net) If you have replied or sent anything to me at gvine since May 8...please resend to jorjaw email. Thanks. Does Bill Gates make house calls!?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A recent visit to Burgess Grill found several other LHS grads munching away. Among them <strong>Buddy Braddy, '54; Alvin Winham</strong> and wife <strong>Mary Lynn (Marler)</strong> - both '55 grads. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Had opportunity to visit with Mary Lynn after we all left Burgess and met again by chance at <strong>Johnsons Bakery</strong> to further our calorie intake! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Marys mother was <strong>Marie (Maupin)</strong> and she graduated LHS in 1928. She worked at the Wichita Mtns wildlife refuge and Marys dad - <strong>Wilbur Marler</strong> - worked as a lifeguard at Medicine Park swimming pool. Mary said <strong>Mary Grundy</strong> - who later was principal at Washington School and taught 7th grade American history at Central - - ran a hamburger stand at Medicine Park. Isn't that interesting!</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Aside...</strong>my <strong>Bills</strong> mom - <strong>Helen</strong> - used to stop by Washington School to pick Miss Grundy up and they would head to Lake Lawtonka and fish till dark. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Speaking of Johnsons Bakery....had this note from <strong>Paul Soper.......</strong> "Thank you so much for the Happy Birthday wish! I had a wonderful Birthday Party including a white birthday cake from Johnson's! They have made my birthday cake for 68 years. Always just as good as the last!"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong><span style="color: red;">The class 1968 has CANCELLED their 45th reunion</span></strong> set for September 20-21. Saving their energies for their 50th. May possibly be an informal gathering this fall? If any questions call Eddie Hamra (580) 353-5800.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong><span style="color: red;">Class of '54 will be joined by class 1953 and 1952 - August 2-3-4.</span></strong> <strong>Janette (Hanes), </strong>'54, lives out of state and if anyone in Lawton from one of these classes could/would help her in getting this together she would greatly appreciate it. <a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net">jhanes@stellar.net</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>John Roger Wyant,</strong> DVM, 75, of Piedmont, OK, passed on May 8 following complications of a stroke suffered some years back. Roger was LHS class 1956.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">He is survived by wife Lucia; 3 sons and familys; 5 daughters and family; numerous grandchildren; brothers Mi<strong>ke Wyant and Phil Wyant</strong> - both LHS grads. Large extended family. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A Memorial Service will be held in Ok City, 3:00pm, Friday May 18 at Southwest Baptist church, 1300 SW 54th.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Also, later same day, a service in Lawton Friday evening at the Lawton Country Club. 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm. The family hopes classmates and friends will be able to join them in remembering Roger. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Geraldine 'Gerri' Hair,</strong> 86, has passed. Gerri was LHS class 1938. She had a long and successful as well as interesting business career. At one time she was administrative assistant to the special assistant to Pres. Lyndon Johnson. Arrangements are being handled by Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral and no details as to a service at this time. Ritter Gray (as of this writing) has not posted anything on their web site. Extended obit in Sunday Constitution, (May 12 - pg 7-A). <a href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Dorotha Lou (Sullivan) Brister,</strong> 84, of Lawton, passed on May 9. Dorotha was LHS class 1946. She is survived by a daughter; a grand daughter; extended family. She was preceded in death by husband Joe William Pete Brister in 1989. Services were May 13.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <a href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Joseph M. Bolt,</strong> 78, of Amarillo, TX passed on May 6. Services were May 9. Joe is husband of our '59 classmate <strong>Sharron </strong>(<strong>Cummings). </strong>Joe is survived by Sharron; 3 daughters and spouses; a brother; numerous grand and great-grand children. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <a href="http://www.schoolerfuneralhome.com/">www.schoolerfuneralhome.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Regards to all...........<strong><em><span style="color: red;">Georgia</span></em></strong></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
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</b></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">In a letter to the editor, <b>M. Sue (Gee) Whatley,</b> '57, wrote a tribute to the Boston Marathon. Good comments and you can read - editorial page, <u>Lawton Constitution</u>, April 27. <br />Appreciate <b>LaSandra (Ward), </b>'57, giving me a heads-up that the author was a LHS classmate. <br /><br />'59 classmate <b>Jovita (Reinwand) Weeks</b> is in process of moving to N. California - Napa area. She was wondering if any other Wolverines in that area? If so, she hopes she can say 'hi'. <br /><br />Midshipman 2nd Class <b>Alan Thompson</b> - OU Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps - is first person to receive<br />the <i>Capt. Robert J. Kelsey Leadership Award</i> in a ceremony on the OU campus. Thompson is a native of Katy, TX. The scholarship program was established by the Charles Kelsey family [Lawton] in honor of their son Capt. <b>Robert 'Bob' Kelsey</b> who passed in 1992 after a long battle with cancer. <b>Bobby Joe</b> - as he was called - was LHS class 1963.<br /><br />******************** <br /><br /><span style="color: red;"><b>Class 1963 - 50th reunion coming up fast on May 17-18.</b></span> Contact <b>Janet (Burt) Terry </b>at (580) 529-3208 or email <jburt .terry="" yahoo.com=""><br /><br /><span style="color: red;"><b>Class 1954</b></span> and some of <span style="color: red;"><b>1953</b></span> plus <b>any others</b> who have interest! <span style="color: red;"><b>August 2-3-4, 2013.</b></span> Contact '54 grad <b>Janette (Hanes)</b> for details or info: </jburt></span><a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">jhanes@stellar.net</span></a><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">BUSY week-end in September....3 reunions set:<br /><br /><span style="color: red;"><b>Class 1973</b></span> will have a reunion this <span style="color: red;"><b>September 20-21.</b></span> For details/questions contact <b>Connie (Conway)</b> <b>Martinez </b>(580) 574-6601; email: <imconnie73 aol.com=""> OR <b>Lou (Jones) Jackson</b> <loulou1955 att.net=""><br /><br /><span style="color: red;"><b>Class of 1968</b></span> </loulou1955></imconnie73></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">will be having their <span style="color: red;"><b>45th reunion </b></span>that same week-end - <span style="color: red;"><b>September 20-21.</b></span> For info contact <b>Eddie Hamra </b>(580) 353-5800 or email <emw2 swbell.net="">.<br /><br />And, <span style="color: red;"><b>class 1958</b></span> will also be having their <span style="color: red;"><b>55th reunion</b></span> same week-end - <span style="color: red;"><b>September 20-21. </b></span>For information/details contact I<b>vaLou Gilliam </b>at: <ivagilliam 492-5535.="" aol.com="">Loretta Hartline</ivagilliam></emw2></span> at: <lhartline sbcglobal.net=""> ; (580) 357-3762. Or <b>Kenneth Easton</b> at: < kennetheeaston@yahoo,com>; (580) 353-6252. <br />The Apache Casino Hotel (2315 East Gore) will be the hdqrts for the reunion and site of the Friday night event. Special rates are available but limited. Contact one of the above for details. <br /><br />Reunion info is posted on the WolverNet blog: <</lhartline><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.thewolvernet.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://www.thewolvernet.blogspot.com/</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />*********************<br /><br />More <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>April Happy Birthdays </i></b></span>to classmates: <b>Monta (Sanders) Burt</b>...101 years old! And her best friend and same year classmate <b>Juanita (Bowman) Perkins </b>just turned 102. Wow. Really golden Wolverines!<br />Also, <b>Emmet Meraz, Jr.</b> 90 years young. <br /><br />********************<br /><br /><b>Doyce Grayson,</b> '57, is better after hospital stay and treatment due to diabetes. Hang in there Doyce.....reunions coming up!<br /><br /><b>Dee (Vanderpool) Glass,</b> '52, continues treatment for cancer.<br /><br /><b>Herman Wainscott, '54,</b> also fighting cancer.<br /><br /><b>Imogene Bridges </b>broke a finger. It hasn't been fun, but shes on road to mend! <br /><br />Our prayers are with all who are taking treatment or resolving other health issues. <br /><br />********************<br /><br /><b>James Via,</b> 81, of Lawton, passed on April 26. James was LHS class 1951. James is survived by his wife of 61 years, <b>Mary Ida (Conner);</b> 3 daughters and their spouse; a son; numerous grand and great grand children. <br />Services were April 30 in Lawton.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Jim Botkin</b> of Norman passed on April 22 after an extended illness. Jim was LHS class 1964. He was preceded in death by his wife <b>Marne (Harveland).</b> He is survived by 2 daughters and a son.<br />Extended obit can be read on the Norman Transcript obit page.<br /> </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://normantranscript.com/obituaries/x63040001/Jim-Botkin"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://normantranscript.com/obituaries/x63040001/Jim-Botkin</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Paul Edwin Swanson,</b> 79, of Weatherford, OK, passed April 29 at a Springfield, MO care center. Paul was LHS class 1953. Paul is survived by his wife of 60 years <b>Pat (Harned)</b> and one granddaughter. Services were held May 3.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://lockstonefuneralhome.com/obituarydetails.aspx?did=5195ef57-824e-4bca-8143-e49d8dd39037"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://lockstonefuneralhome.com/obituarydetails.aspx?did=5195ef57-824e-4bca-8143-e49d8dd39037</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"></span><div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><b>John Edward Lansden ll,</b> 44, of McKinney,TX, passed on April 29. John is the son of '59 classmate <b>John</b> <b>Lansden Sr.</b> and his wife <b>Karen Ann (Blankenship).</b> He is survived by his parents; 3 sons; an uncle <b>Joe Lansden </b>and wife <b>Vonda (Pipes);</b> an aunt <b>Gwen Vandiver. </b> A memorial service was held May 4 in McKinney.<br />Extended obit: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.turrentinejacksonmorrow.com/component/tjmremembrancenter/john-lansden-ii-48423"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://www.turrentinejacksonmorrow.com/component/tjmremembrancenter/john-lansden-ii-48423</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br />Our sympathies and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones. <br /><br />****************</span></div>
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gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-74779656851104226622013-05-01T07:09:00.000-07:002013-05-01T07:09:04.415-07:00<div style="text-align: left;">
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent April 26</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Color me happy!</i> Finally got to bottom of my on-going computer problems. Just as I had been telling them...<i>it's the phone line stupid! </i>Was! New one! So far so good! Because of being off-line most of the past 2 weeks (and before), some news is older, but note worthy and lot of it! <br /><br /><b>Gale McCray</b> writes that you can type in <i>'2013 High Chaparral Reunion <b>Rudy Ramos</b> reads Geronimo'</i> on YouTube and get this LHS grad reading the early stages of a one-man show he has in progress.<br /><br />'59 classmate<b> Sam Joyner</b> of Tulsa has been doing photography work for many years now. Sam currently has an exhibit of 34 prints that will hang in the Capitol Building Gallery in OKC through June 16th. There is an <b>Opening Reception on Tuesday April 30, 4:00pm ~ 6:00pm.</b> Sam said he would </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>"love to see any classmates come by". <br /></i><b>Beverly (Dayton) Hardcastle,</b> '60, writes that she would love to hear from any classmates who were friends of her brother <b>Billy Dayton.</b> Billy was class '59 and sadly is deceased. <span style="color: blue;"><</span>beverlyhardcastle@ymail.com><br /><br />I received my copy of <b>Mike Wyants </b>new book - <i>'Nasha Bil Hoga'</i>. Beautiful cover (photo taken by Mike), windmill and 'plains' look we in Oklahoma take for granted. Haven't had opportunity to read it yet, but soon.<br />Available through Amazon.com. <br /><br /><b>Tempe "Tip"(Cockrell) Brown,</b> '57, stayed with '60's grad <b>Judy (Brooks) Clark</b> on a recent trip to FL. Wrote they had "a grand ole time reminiscing." Tip went on to say she has a childrens book coming out soon. I asked her to keep me posted and I will share the info. Tip lives in SC. <br /><br />Sing <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Happy April Birthday</i></b></span> to: <b>Gwen (Wood) Phelps, '59; Don Dayton, '57; Suzy (Gill) Salas, '64;</b> </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Kay (Holsey) Strickland' 59; Jerry (Sasser) Childs, '59 - Jerrys is April 1! No kidding! <br /></b>Sorry I missed <b>Paul Sopers </b>special day in March. Very Happy belated Paul! <br /><br /><b>btw....Don Dayton and wife Margie (Johns)</b> celebrated their 54th anniversary on April 18th. Major congrats guys!!!<br /><br />Typo....<b>Marilyn Morris</b> lives in Ft. Worth, NOT Boerne as previously mentioned!!!<br />btw....A</span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;">uthorMarilynCMorris.wordpress.com<br /></span>Appreciate kind emails from LHS grads, some just saying 'hi', others with news. </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Sarah (Beasley) Wheatley, '69; Vreda Corinne (Decker) Schieman, '51; Connie (Conerly) Pollner; Mary (Bowman) Thigpen, '49; Mary (Simpson) Milby, '56; Ron Jones, '55; Wanda (Pahdoco) McDaniel; Judy (Brooks) Clark, '60; Sue D. Burpo, '54; Dan McBee, '59, and wife Susan; Ronnie Cochrane, '58 and wife Carolyn.<br /></b>*********************<br /><br /><b>Kenny Dorrell,</b> '58, had hand surgery recently. Think he is doing well. <br /><br />Recently learned that <b>Judy (House) Hargrove,</b> '59, fell on March 3 and broke her shoulder. Shes had surgery, plate inserted....staples have been removed and she is in therapy. Improving.<br /><br /><b>Jerry Doughty,</b> '56, is undergoing treatment for a type on skin cancer. Not the worst type, not the least. Jerry is married to '59 classmate </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Pat (Dunn). <br /><br />John Mercadante, '64,</b> is in process of hip replacement surgery. This to replace a previous hip replacement that went awry! <br /><br />Numerous others re-cooping and/or taking treatment. I know our prayers are with them all for speedy and full recoveries. <br /><br />********************<br /><br /><b>Richard O. Morrison,</b> 85, of Georgetown, TX, passed April 7. Richard was LHS class 1946. Richard <i>loved </i>airplanes and<i> </i>flying. He is survived by wife <b>Joy;</b> 2 sons and spouses; numerous grand children.<br />Services were Friday April 26, First United Methodist church in Georgetown. Burial followed in Killeen, TX at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery - 11463 State Highway 195. <br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.ramseyfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.ramseyfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Thomas James Hendershot,</b> 91, of Lawton, passed on April 20. Services were April 24. Thomas was LHS class 1941. He is survived by 2 daughters; numerous grandchildren and several good friends.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Leslie (Hamm) Maddox,</b> 70, of Lawton, passed on April 1after a long illness with diabetes. Leslie was LHS class 1960. She was the daughter of Dr. Les and Alice Hamm and Leslie spent her professional life in education and leadership training. She is survived by husband <b>Jim,</b> LHS class 1956; 2 daughters; a son; grandchildren; 2 brother - Tom and Jimmy. A memorial service was held April 5 in Lawton.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Marlene (Clements) Scott,</b> 78, Elgin, passed on April 18. Grave side services were at Highland Cemetery in Lawton on April 22.<br />She was LHS class 1952. Marlene is survived by husband <b>Ronnie;</b> a son; a daughter; several grand children.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Richard Lee Doye,</b> 85, of Lawton, passed on April 8. Richard attended Lincoln grade school, junior high, and LHS, graduated about 1944-45? He worked at his fathers grocery store on 2nd street. He is survived by his wife Mary Lou (Owens); 5 children and spouses; numerous grandchildren.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br />Our sympathies are with those who have lost loved ones. <br /><br />******************<br /><br />Spring still eluding us in the home town. Had a freeze Tuesday/Wed morn April 24. My plants are worn out from being moved out and in! Regards to all..........</span><span style="color: red; font-family: Lucida Handwriting; font-size: medium;"><b><i>Georgia</i></b></span></div>
gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-84594156977374213182013-04-04T08:43:00.002-07:002013-04-04T08:45:11.105-07:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent March 30</span><br />
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</b></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Betty Boyce,</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"> '55, says she and hubby Louis are living in an assisted living facility as Louis has Parkinsons. OKCity area. She would love to hear from any classmates who remember her/them. <!--StartFragment --><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">bettylb21@gmail.com</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"> <br />Sing belated birthday wishes - <span style="color: magenta;"><i>February bday</i></span> for <b>Ron Poole,</b> class '55, who slipped on some ice mid-February and severed ACL in right knee. He is re-cooping and sends regards to class 1955. <br /><br /><b>Marilyn Morris</b> is back at her home in Boerne, TX. She has been gone taking care of her 92 year old mom. Mom is all better and Marilyn is buy writing and blogging once again!<br /><br /><b>David Whitwell</b> has some 31 books in print [music]. You can check them out at Amazon by using his name.<br /><br />Received a nice package from <b>Don Sapp.</b> Don sent us a couple of his cd's featuring classic songs and one that he wrote himself. Very nice! Don has been singing for many years and 'works' all up and down the east coast! From press clippings I have seen, he's been very successful. <br /><br />Sunday Constitution, March 17, page 7-C, <b>Herb Jacobs</b> talks about the careers of <b>Duard Givens</b> and <b>Abe Deutschendorf. (both deceased). </b>Also <b>Clarence Avery</b> who quarter backed the LHS football team to a record 7-3 in 1948. Clarence is also deceased. Lot more names you will recognize. <br /><br /><b>Gayle McCray, '60, </b>is a member of the Society for American Baseball Research and he has written a one-act play which he performed January 18 at FonteraFest at Hyde Park Theatre in Austin, TX. He mentions Lawton several times and you can <i>watch and hear </i>at YOUTube. <br /><br />Appreciate the great picture of the turkeys that <b>Bert Click </b>sent first part of February. He says about 100 of them around & roam and nest in groups of 14-15 in his area. Carol took the pix. <br /><br />And, more singing for <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>March</i></b></span> birthdays: <b>Doyce Grayson,</b> class '57; </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>LaRue (Locke) Hogate.</b>*******************<br /><br /><b>Marlene Scott,</b> '52, has been having rehab in Duncan. Do not know for what? Possibly home now. <br /><br />*******************<br /><br /><b>L. W. Duncan, </b>87, of Lawton passed on March 13. Services were March 15 and burial with full military honors. LW was LHS class 1943.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: <</span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br /><b>Ruth (Keating) Wiles,</b> 84, of Houston, TX passed on March 16. Services will be in Houston on March 26 with burial at Highland Cemetery in Lawton. Ruth graduated from LHS but I am not sure what year. <br />Extened obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br /><b>Debra Ann (Mavity),</b> 61, of Lawton, passed on March 22. She is LHS class 1969. Services are 2:00pm, March 26 at Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral Home. <br />Extended Obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />Sorry to report the passing of<b> Newby Ellington,</b> 79, of Los Alamos, NM. Newby passed on February 27 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was husband of classmate <b>Susan (Hankins) Ellington.</b> A visitation and wake was held March 3 in Los Alamos. <br />Extended obit and guest book: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.devargasfuneral.com/page_manager/obituary.php?obit_id=1314"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://www.devargasfuneral.com/page_manager/obituary.php?obit_id=1314</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones and those who have health issues.</span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent March 7</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Dorothy (Dawson) DeMoro</b> was all stocked up on candles, batteries, food stuff, ready to battle the second winter snow storm! (she survived). I know other classmates have also been impacted by the weather. Dorothy was hanging tight as she is departing mid March for a Caribbean cruise. Sounds like great change to me! </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i>Bon Voyage!~</i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i><br /></i><b>Robin (Alford) Adams,</b> '52, is off soon to Japan. I belive Robin does some missionary<br /> work but she also lived in Japan in the '50s when her father was stationed there. <br /><br /><b>Mike Wyant,</b> '57, has a new book, just published. <i>'Nasha Bil Hoga'</i> follows the route of a young Navajo boy who escapes the Ft. Sill Indian school to return to his home in the Navajo Nation of Arizona. The front cover photo was taken by Mike about 5 years ago. Check it out on Amazon: <br /><</span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=nasha+bil+hoga"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=nasha+bil+hoga</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />Classmate <b>Allen Johnson </b>just did what a lot of us should do....a BIG [estate] $ale at his home here in Lawton. But he had good motivation. Allen plans to depart the hometown and move to Tulsa fairly soon. Be closer to son and grandkids. <br /><br /><b>Paul Massad</b> was recently honored by the Oklahoma Heritage Association and presented the 'Lee Allan Smith Oklahoma Legacy Award' at the State Capitol. The award honors individuals who have demonstrated volunteer and civic efforts that grow pride in their community and have helped created a legacy for future generations. Paul has been at OU over 50 years and has helped raise millions to enhance the states offerings and opportunities. Congratulations! Paul is LHS class 1955. <br /><br />'49 classmate <b>Ken Bridges</b> joined other 1953 LSU classmates on February 16 for a reunion in Baton Rouge to celebrate 60 years since their basketball team advanced to the NCAA finals (final four). Bridges later returned to Lawton to teach and coach. Great read in Herb Jacobs - <i>'Where Are They Now' </i>column of Sunday March 3, page 7-C.<br /><br />'57 classmates and buds, <b>Mitch Braley and Bill Lacy,</b> traveled to DeKalb, TX and visited the site and wreckage of the plane that went down in 1985 carrying pop singer <b>Ricky Nelson.</b> Mitch lives close by in Simms, TX. The pilots survived the crash, Nelson and other band members were killed. (see photo above of Bill at site).<br /><br /> Some details on the class <span style="color: red;"><b>1963 ~ 50th reunion - May 17-18th.</b></span> Ballroom of the Apache Casino Hotel on Friday night (east Gore). Saturday morning will include a Memorial to deceased classmates, with a release of balloons and ringing of the LHS bell that was a gift from class '63. Saturday evening will be at McCasland Ballroom at Cameron - buffet and dancing. Contact <b>Janet (Burt) Terry</b> - (580) 529-3208 or <jburt .terry="" yahoo.com="">.<br /><br />Reunion set by class <span style="color: red;"><b>1954 - August 2-3-4 - </b></span>continues to grow with class '53 and now official '52, planning to join in.....more info as it progresses. Contact <b>Jannete (Hanes)</b> <jhanes stellar.net=""><br /><br /><span style="color: red;"><b>Class of 1968</b></span> will be holding their <span style="color: red;"><b>45th reunion on September 20-21.</b></span> Details and info from <b>Eddie Hamra</b> (580) 353-5800 or email <emw2 swbell.net=""><br /><br />Ones I am aware of: <b>Jim Andrews, class '58</b> a <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>February</i></b></span> Birthday and <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Happy March Birthdays</i></b></span> to bro </emw2></jhanes></jburt></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Tim Gill, class '70; Johnna (Gordon) Parks, class '59; Mary Lou (Holt) Daniels, class '41. </b>******************<br /><br /><b>Max Goodgion</b> is home after 6 week stay in hospital for 'Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm' surgery or <i>Triple A </i>surgery they call it. Max seems to be doing well.<br /><br /><b>Sue (Chalk) Briggs</b> appreciates all the concern, prayers,encouragement, as she is back from check-up per recent cancer surgery! So thankful that report at this time is all good! <br /><br />An email from <b>Mike Wyant</b> to let us know his brother <b>Roger Wyant</b> has been in critical condition. Roger suffered a really bad stroke about 3 - 4 years ago and progress has been difficult. Roger is in the hospital (OKC) and our hope is that something can be done to help his current condition. <br /><br />*****************<br /><br /><b>Robert Dawson </b>of Corpus Christi, TX passed on January 27. A memorial service was held in Corpus on February 2. Robert would have been LHS class 1950, but he quit to join the army. He later got his GED. He is survived by wife Phyllis, two sons Frank and David, and a sister, classmate <b>Dorothy (Dawson) DeMoro.</b> <br /><br />Our thoughts and sympathies are always with those who have lost loved ones as well as prayers for those still re-cooping. <br /><br />**************** <br /><br />Yours truly continues with PT on the new knee. The PT classes are quite a surprising 'social' event (haha) with a cross section of classmates and other locals. Lot of interesting conversations, catching-up, etc. Would love to share...but...</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i>what is said at PT, stays at PT! </i>Regards to all..........</span></span><span style="color: red; font-family: Lucida Handwriting; font-size: medium;"><b><i>Georgia </i></b></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-30333541298634647142013-02-23T07:23:00.001-08:002013-02-23T07:25:43.413-08:00<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent February 22</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Classmates all, to cut to chase, I had surgery (knee replace) on January 22. While surgery [mechanics] seemed to go well, post-op has had some challenges. PT 3 x week, etc., to help me get up and racing again. Few snags and just slower than I had anticipated. But, getting better!!!<br />Needless to say, I am far behind in many areas including the LHS News. So.....some of this will be few weeks old, some news will have slipped through the cracks, and I will just have to start 'here' to begin getting news out in timely manner. Hope you missed me! <br /><br />**********************<br /><br />At the recent annual gathering of the <i>Society of Silver Dollar Collectors</i> at the Florida United Numismatists, <b>Ron Hagler, </b>'57, was elected to serve on the board - a 3 year term! Meanwhile, his 'baby girl' - Sugar dog - is doing great!!! <br /><br />Some may have already seen this, but <i>great picture</i> from the past!!!! I appreciate <b>Dean Henderson </b>and <b>Barbara</b> <b>(Patton) James</b> for sending it to me. Taken in 1955 at church camp, shows <b>Sherry (Church) Brown and DD Raibourn,</b> both class 1957. Sadly Dee is deceased. btw...understand this pix is posted on the Lawton, OK page on Facebook. <br /><br />A very <span style="color: red;"><i>Happy Valentines Day Anniversary</i></span> to <b>Johnna (Gordon) and Wayne Parks</b>. And a Valentines Day birthday to </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Don Champiomont! </b>I know I will miss some, but other February birthdays include: <b>Alice (Aurell) Choice;</b> and on same day - <b>Bob Atkins, Simi (Stein) Kaplan, PR Ramey, and <i>moi;</i></b> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Belva (Hollingshead) Williams; </b>Man, these years are rolling by faster all the time!!!!!! <br /><br />Emails from<b> Bert Click </b>(who complimented Bruce on the great Alaskan moon picture); <b>Charles Darling</b> (also complimenting on the picture); <b>Elaine (Stark) Paine</b> (remembering Mrs. Silk and Mrs. Johnston); </span></span><b><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Lyntha (Nicklas) Wesner. <br /><br /><span style="color: red;">LHS Class 1963 - 50 year reunion set for May 17 - 18th!</span></span></b> <span style="font-size: large;">I have no</span> <span style="font-size: large;">details but those interested please contact <b>Janet (Burt) Terry</b> at (580) 529-3208 or email jburt.terry@yahoo.com</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Classmates from other years are also welcome! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The LHS News does not cover politics per se, but every so often, 'politics' that should be mentioned. The Oklahoma Legislature convened Feb. 4 and sworn in to serve in the powerful and prestigious position of Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives.....<b>Rep. T.W. Shannon</b> of Lawton. Not only is the Speaker from our home town but he is <b><i>LHS class 1996! </i></b>We have known TW some years now and we know he will make Lawton and LHS proud!!!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">btw....some of you may remember his dad who taught at Central. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, '59 graduate <b>Ann (Shepard) Tubbs </b>came to the rescue recently. When voters arrived at normal polling place, the building was locked and a key could not be found. Ann, who lives very close by and has served in such capacity before, opened her home so that voters could cast their votes!!! She was pictured in both Lawton & OKC newspaper. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Preston Holsinger</b> also in paper for his help with boys and girls club. As well as <b>George Bridges</b> donating his dental expertise to help staff a recent 2 day free dental clinic</span>! <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i>Ya can't keep a Wolverine down!!!!!! </i>OK...once again with the <b>Bianco's Dressing</b> fix.....the dressing is now available at <i>Bradys Design Center </i>here in Lawton (1010 SW D). And via on line at: <</span></span><a href="http://www.biancositaliandressings.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.biancositaliandressings.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">> This is the dressing, in bottles, NOT the recipe. And, I have heard it is 'similar' to Biancos, <i>not exact.</i> <br /><br />Also, <i>Mikes Sports Grill</i> in Lawton is trying hard to make pizza like Biancos and I have to tell you, it's close. Have tried it and it's quite good. Their garlic dressing is reminiscent of Dantes more than Biancos, but also quite good. At least to my tiny taste buds! <br /><br />******************<br /><br /><b>Glenda (Doan) Stanton</b> was at MD Anderson about a month ago with breast cancer. I am not sure of the current status or if she has come home. My guess is that she may be home now? <br /><br />My sister <b>Suzy (Gill) Salas</b> should be home from hospital this week-end. She also had a knee replaced. Doing well. We had hoped for family discount....didn't work! </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i>haha! </i>******************<br /><br /><b>John Franklin Lewis,</b> 87, of Lawton, passed on February 20. John was husband of classmate <b>Jane (Kinzer)</b> <b>Callicott Lewis.</b> John was an electrical contractor and quite a collector of a lot of things, in particular western memorabilia and Rolls-Royce cars! He is survived by 3 daughters: <b>Neta, Kathy, Johnnye</b> - two of whom used to baby sit for us. John was a very colorful character. He will be missed. Services will be 10:00am, Saturday February 23, First United Methodist church.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Gale Humble,</b> 88, of Norman passed on January 5. Services were Janaury 9 in Norman. Gale graduated from Chattanooga High School, attended Cameron and lived in Lawton where he owned and operated Humbles Barber Shop. He married <b>Marilyn Miller</b> in 1950, she was LHS class 1947. They were married 56 years before she preceded him in death. He is survived by three children, all LHS grads: Steve, '69; Judy - '71; and Sandy - '78; extended family. <br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a href="http://www.havenbrookfuneralhome.com/"><span style="color: navy;"><u><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.havenbrookfuneralhome.com</span></u></span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Carey Eugene 'Gene' Hays,</b> 76, of Lawton passed on February 17. Graveside services were held February 21. <br />Gene was LHS class 1954. Extended obit and guestbook at: </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Pauline 'Polly' (Greb) Winkelman,</b> 89, of Lawton, passed on February 16. Services were February 20. Polly was LHS class 1941. <br />Extended obit and guestbook at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br />Many continue with treatment and I know our thoughts and prayers are with them and with those who have lost loved ones. <br /><br />***********************<br /><br />Warm regards to all,</span> <span style="color: red; font-family: Lucida Handwriting; font-size: medium;"><b><i>Georgia</i></b></span></div>
gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-70022421939473945822013-01-14T19:28:00.000-08:002013-01-14T19:30:52.154-08:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Originally sent January 14 ~ 2013</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Bruce Knowles,</strong> class of '62, has lived in Alaska the past 30+ years. He took a beautiful picture of the moon the day after Christmas. He said it only lasted about 5 minutes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Genie (Blewett) Kelsey,</strong> '71 and brothers <strong>Tom </strong>, '69; <strong>Charles,</strong> '63; <strong>Bill,</strong> '64; and all the spouses, had a great holiday trip to Disney World! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Also taking a family trip to Disney World for Christmas treat - <strong>Johnna (Gordon) '59 and Wayne Parks,</strong> '60, kids and grandkids! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Had short visit with <strong>Steve Klos</strong> recently. Steve is the new manager at the Lawton Country Club and LHS class 1974! Good luck Steve! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I know many of you will be interested in this news.....<strong>Chris Bianco</strong> - son of Bianco's Restaurant founders <strong>John and Rose</strong> - had surgery on January 9 and received a new kidney and a new liver. Long time health issues have hampered Chris for years. So happy to say...so far so good. We certainly hope he continues to recovery and while it will be a long road, it is hoped he will be back in Lawton one of these days. We miss him and Jann and the great pizza! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Award-winning actor/director <strong>Ken Webster</strong> will be performing his show 'M<em>y 1966 & 1967 Seasons With The Houston Astros' </em>this Tuesday at FronteraFest at Hyde Park Theatre in Austin, Texas. Webster's Twitter Feed @1968Astros started as a diary of the 1966 Astros as seen through the eyes of his favorite player from childhood, <strong>John Bateman. </strong>The diary, part fact and part fiction, has been featured in several stories by sportswriters.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Friday I'll [Gale] be performing my show, 'The Last Inning, at FronteraFest'. I'll mention finding baseball in 1949 when my parents and I moved from Apache to across the street from <strong>Tommy and Johnny Bateman</strong> in Lawton and how we played baseball on that "tiny" lot in the 600 block of McKinley Street. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Gale McCray,</strong> '60</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Note: </strong>Johnny Bateman was LHS class 1958 and sadly is deceased. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">The reunion planned for next summer - <strong><span style="color: red;">August 2-3-4, 2013</span></strong> is picking up steam and attendees! <strong>Janette (Hanes)</strong> is organizing the reunion for class 1954 has just added classes of 1952 and 1953 after they asked to be included. Also, open to any others who want to attend!!! Contact Janette at: <a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net">jhanes@stellar.net</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Janette also reports that she has been playing a LOT of tennis! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Others who sent greetings/news recently:<strong> Bobby Newton; Stan Young; Gordon Griswold; Gloria (Lamb) Ervin; Ron Jones; Karelin (Cole) Seitz; Connie Pollner; Ellen (Ewing) Jahnke: Bunny (Brittain) Lavender; Sue (Lacy) Williams; Murdoch Matthew; Bettie (Mowrey)Vail; Fred Cooke, Jr.; John Smith; Susan (Hankins) Ellington; Dr. Jim Hill; Bill and Sharon Stamps; John Mercadante.</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Doyce Grayson,</strong> '56, just out of the hospital (4th). Got him 'tuned-up' and ready to go a while longer! Doyce is a LHS icon....take care of yourself Doyce! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Ben Ansley,</strong> '59, has had several parts replaced [thanks to modern medicine] and is doing real well. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Joel Boyd,</strong> '59, had cancer surgery (August), some set-backs, longer recovery than usual, but is at last, on road to recovery and no more treatment needed at this time. Good news indeed! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Mary Sue (Lowry) Silk,</strong> 93, of Lawton, passed on January 11. Mary Sue was a graduate of LHS and spent her life in education. She and husband <strong>Wesley Silk</strong> were both with the LPS for approx 40 years. Wes died several years ago. I know Mrs. Silk was a counselor and mentor for many who passed through LHS. Friends may call from 5:30pm ~ 7:00pm on Monday January 14, at the funeral home.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Services will be 10:00am, Tuesday January 15, Centenary United Methodist church with burial to follow at Highland Cemetery.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <a href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/">www.grayfuneral.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Jacqueline Jean 'Jackie' (Lemons) Mitchell,</strong> 71, of Fletcher passed on January 12. Jackie was LHS class 1959. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Jackie married <strong>Jack Mitchell</strong> in 1960, he died in 2007. She worked in Elgin the past 50 years, running the Tag Agency. She is survived by a son Scooter; 3 grandsons; a granddaughter; extended family. </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm on Tuesday evening, January 15. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Services will be 2:00pm, Wednesday January 16 at the Crossroads Baptist church in Elgin. Burial will be at the Old Elgin Cemetery.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit at: <a href="http://www.fletcherandelginfuneral.com/">www.fletcherandelginfuneral.com</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Glenn Harris,</strong> 71, of Geronimo, passed on January 12. Glenn was LHS class 1959. Glenn was involved in farming most of his life but also had a construction company and worked as a realtor and appraiser, serving on the Lawton Board of Realtors. He married <strong>Carol Sue 'Susie'</strong> in 1961. She passed in 2011. He is survived by 3 children; 10 grandchildren and extended family. He was also preceded in death by a brother <strong>Mike Harris</strong> and a sister <strong>Geneva</strong> <strong>McIntosh</strong> - Geneva is the one who started the 'all-class' reunions some years ago. There will be visitation from 5:00 ~ 7:00pm on Tuesday at the funeral home in Walters. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Services will be at 2:00pm Wednesday January 16, Hart Wyatt Funeral Home.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: w</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.hart-wyattfuneralhome.com/">ww.hart-wyattfuneralhome.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Clarence Avery,</strong> 82, of Lawton, passed on January 3. Clarence was LHS class of 1949. Clarence married <strong>Wilda Robinson</strong> in about 1952; he later married <strong>Jo Nan Rose</strong> in 1977. He was quite active in sports, playing football, baseball, and basketball at LHS and some football when he attended Cameron. He is survived by his wife Jo Nan; a son Mark; a daughter Jamie; a granddaughter; extended family. Services were January 7. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <a href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I just received word that <strong>Dan Glascock</strong> passed on Christmas eve. Dan was recovering from a stroke and heart attack. Dan was my class - 1959. He was a classmate and a friend. Dan had a great sense of humor and we had such fun, especially in <strong>Mrs. Wickmans</strong> and <strong>Opal Fords</strong> speech classes. He was in Lawton couple years ago and we had a lunch and visit and reminisced about so many good times. Dan was living for many years in the Los Angeles area and a memorial service was held there on January 9. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Flu, respiratory, stomach, and other unwanted 'bugs' are reigning in Oklahoma right now. Hope YOU are well. Spring can't be far away! Regards to all.....<em><strong><span style="color: red;">Georgia</span></strong></em></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-8528105193939602302012-12-30T14:52:00.004-08:002012-12-30T14:54:49.718-08:00<!--StartFragment --><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;"><div style="text-align: left;">
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</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">So sorry I made <b>Ed Jones </b>older than he really is....I had said class '49...but hes a youngster </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>in class of '51!!!<br /><br />FYI: Update:</b> For those who would like a copy of <b>Larry Angus'</b> book, you can email Larry directly at: <b><</b>angusla@aol.com> or it is available through Amazom.com. </span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">'The Hidden Message of Jesus.' </span></i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>From the eMail bag and other.....</b>"Thank you for keeping us up to date with LHS 52-53. <b>Ed</b> and I live in Pollock Pines, CA in the tall trees. He graduated in '50 and both of are in relatively good health. Our home is at 4000 feet elevation and at the moment we have snow. It makes for a pretty scene for Christmas."</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Billie Glenn, '52<br /><br />Jim Andrews, '58. </b>reports that and wife Susan have moved from the snow and colder region of Utah into the St. George area. <br /><br />...."Between my brother, <b>Mike</b> '59 and myself '56, I see lots of names I recognize.[in the news]. Merry Christmas from New Mexico."</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Mary Thompson<br /><br />Phil Carson</b> has moved to new digs, still in Edmond area. He reports that after several life changing events and high stress levels, he is doing well. He does have all new contact info so hopefully he has sent it to keeper of his years graduation roster.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Be sure YOU send any new contact info if you want to keep receiving the LHS News and/or info on your class reunion, etc. </b>My <b>Bill </b>and I joined good friends <b>Jim Powers,</b> '55, and bride <b>LuAnn (Cobb)</b> to celebrate their 53rd Anniversary on December 28! LuAnn is originally from S. Dakota and they met while students at OU. Major congrats guys! <br /><br />Christmas emails from <b>Bill Newman,</b> '55 in Modesto, CA; <b>Ron Hagler,</b> who has the cutest card featuring his dog 'Sugar'; from <b>Mike Wyant,</b> a lovely Christmas poem he penned in 1962 - <i>'Home for Christmas'.</i> The poem was recorded by a name label with a spiritual song on the reverse. <br /><br />Also appreciate emails from </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Bill Melton; Karen (Wright) Dean; Roby (Browers) Park; Phil & Coralyn Wilder; Ed Adams; Belva (Hollingshead) Williams; Jack Rhodes. </b>*******************<br /><br />There has certainly been an over abundance of losses among our family and friends. <br /><br /><b>Suzanne (Silcott) Glover, </b>73, of Lawton, passed on December 28. Suzanne was LHS class 1956. Suzanne married <b>Earl Glover</b> in 1959 and worked at Lawton Stockyards, later helping with her husbands auction service. She is survived by Earl; a son; a daughter; 6 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. <br />A grave side service will be held <b>11:00am on Wednesday January 2,</b> Highland Cemetery in Lawton.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Tommy Ray Nyrop,</b> 72, of Lawton, passed December 24 after long battle with kidney disease. Tom attended St. Marys but believe he also may have attended LHS? Tom is survived by one son, Scott Mills and wife Brandy and three granddaughters, all of Marion, TX. Several step brothers and sisters; extended family and numerous friends. A memorial service at a later date is pending. <br /><br /><b>Kaye McCarley</b> emailed to let us know that <b>Richard Chapman</b> died of heart failure on December 17 in Pauls Valley, OK. Services were December 20. Richard was LHS class 1962. He is survived by sons Michael and Sam and several grandchildren.<br /><br /><b>Anna M. (Sparks) Taylo</b>r, 78, of Lawton passed on December 16. Services were December 24. Anna was LHS class 1953. She is survived by her husband John; 2 sons; a sister; four grandchildren and large extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Lana Elaine (Hall) Meraz,</b> 71, of Lawton, passed on December 26. Services were December 29. Lana was LHS class 1959. I knew Lana personally and despite numerous medical problems over the years, she was always friendly and smiling. She is survived by her husband of 49 years <b>Emmett Meraz</b>; five sons and their families; her mom, Lawana Hall; 10 grandchildren.<br />Extended obit and guestbook at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"> <br /><br /><b>Charles 'Chuck' Allan Sasser, </b>57, of Dallas, passed on December 14 at his home in Dallas. Services were December 22 in Lawton. He is survived by 2 sons; a brother Mark; his father<b> Jack Sasser,</b> '52; other extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><br />
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<span style="color: magenta; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><b>"Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, <br />anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending."</b></span><span style="color: magenta; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><i>Carl Bard ~ writer (1907-1978)</i></span><br />
<span style="color: magenta; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span><span style="color: magenta;"><b><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">My fav rendition: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrhKkDyXFdg&feature=related"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrhKkDyXFdg&feature=related</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />Wishing all of you a happy and healthy New Year ~ 2013! <i>Georgia</i> </span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I am sorry I was not able to get this item out before the fact of December 11. <b>Larry Angus,</b> '58, has written a book - <i>'The Hidden Message of Jesus'.</i> Larry is a retired Presbyterian minister in Denver. He held a book-signing in OKC on December 11. I am not sure how one might obtain a copy of the book but if you have interest contact me and I will put you in touch with Larry.<br /><br /><b>Bob [and Stona] Spradlins'</b> son <b>Matthew</b> wrote a graphic novel that turned out to be a best seller in 2009 -<i> 'Bad Kids Go to Hell'. </i>Matthew has turned it into an independent film of the same title which he directed. He had a red carpet showing at the Angelica Theater in Dallas in October 2011. He then had the North American Premiere at ComicCon in San Diego this past July. ComicCon attracts over 200,000 people. It is scheduled for a release in Studio Movie Grill Theaters among others this coming December 7th. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Some of the stars are: Judd Nelson, from "The Breakfast Club" , Ben Browder from the "Stargate T V Series", and Ali Faulkner from the "Twilight Movie Saga". You can Google the title and see film clips on the Internet. (Photo shows Bob and Stona on left, son Matthew and their daughter Sydney on right at the Red Carpet showing.) <br /><br /><b>Herb Jacobs</b> has great article in his weekly spot - Lawton Constitution (December 2 - page 7-C). Story is about <b>Buck</b> <b>Jones </b>- dad of LHS classmates <b>Ronnie Jones, '55 and Eddy Jones, '49.</b> Buck lost his right arm when he was 9 years old, crushed when he was thrown from a horse. Didn't slow Buck down one bit. Many of you knew and will remember Buck. Some recollections of Ronnie and Eddy as well. Buck died at age 87 in 2001. Great read!<br /><br />*****************<br /><br />'59 classmate <b>Dan Glascock</b> is out of the hospital after suffering a heart attack and a stroke. He is in rehab, doing better, and very possibly home in time to greet Santa!<br /><br /><b>Bob Shanklin</b> is also home following a stroke. His daughter Kelly says he is 'better'. <br /><br />*****************<br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b>Folks, we have lost a lot of classmates and friends recently.<br /><br />Evelyn Phyllean (Nolan) Hook,</b> 81, of Hurst, TX passed on December 13 and services were December 19. Think most called her Phyllean and she was LHS class 1948. She married <b>Bobby Hook </b>of Lawton who preceded her in death. <br />She is survived by daughters Beverly McCord and Marsha Campbell; a brother Robert Nolan and wife Jean; a cousin Glenn Nolan, '62; 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and extended family. <br />Extended obit at: <</span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.legacy.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.legacy.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">> <br /><br /><b>Jo Ann 'Joey' (Johnston) Wall Wilkerson, </b>77, of Yukon, passed on December 13. Joey was LHS class 1953. Joey is survived by a daughter Laurie; a son, Butch; a sister <b>Janey (Johnston) Scott, '59;</b> 2 grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces, and extended family. Services for Joey were held December 18 in Lawton.<br />Extended obit and guestbook at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br /><b>Ellen (Hittle) D'Aura, </b>78, of Lawton, passed on December 8 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Ellen was LHS class 1953. She is survived by her husband Richard Rick); a son; 2 daughters; a grandson and a great grand daughter and extended family. Private services were held, a Memorial service may be held at a later date. <br />Extended obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">> <br /><br /><b>James E. Gilliam</b>, 97, of Lawton passed on November 27. Service and burial was held with full military honors. James was father of classmate <b>Ivalou (Gilliam) Zimmerman, '58;</b> also <b>Bill Gilliam, '57.</b> Mr. Gilliam had an extensive career in the military with service to his country. He is also survived by numerous grand and great grand children and extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br /><b>Randy Maples,</b> 63, of Indiahoma, passed on December 9. Services were December 13. Randy attended Wilson Elementary, Tomlinson, and graduated LHS in 1967. He had a distinguished career in the military and later was on the Lawton police force. He is survived by wife <b>Jody;</b> four children and extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.whineryhuddleston.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.whineryhuddleston.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />Not a student or graduate but I think numerous of you in the LPS knew and will remember<b> David Fraser</b> who was employed by LPS and worked in the Shoemaker Center. David, 57, passed on December 16 in Edmond and services were December 21. <br />Extended obit at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://matthewsfuneralhome.com/index.php/david-g-fraser/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">http://matthewsfuneralhome.com/index.php/david-g-fraser/</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">><br /><br />I always hate to report losses but even more so when they hit close to home. My sister-in-law <b>Terri Jo (Stowe) Gill,</b> 60, passed on December 4 after battling ovarian cancer about 2 years. Terri is originally from the Altus area and married to my brother <b>Tim</b> who is LHS class '70. Services were December 7 in Lawton. In addition to my brother, Terri is survived by a son Tyler, a daughter Tara; her folks and a sister, bro-in-law, and nephew. <br />Extended obit and guest book at: <</span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">> <br /><br />I know all these who have lost loved ones or have illness in their family would appreciate your prayers. <br /><br />*********************<br /><br />I want to wish each of you a very <span style="color: red;"><b><i>Me</i></b></span><span style="color: green;">rr</span><span style="color: red;">y Christmas</span></span><br />
and a happy and healthy <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="color: red;"><b><i>New Year </i></b>!</span> Sittin' in the hometown, waitin' on Santa! <span style="color: red;"><b><i>Georgia</i></b></span> </span></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-10768264152925272972012-11-30T23:01:00.003-08:002012-11-30T23:05:29.460-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Guys.....I've been having 'issues' with my email. So, in future, you might receive news from different address ie: gvinenews, possibly another, BUT, will have LHS News as header. Just wanted to give all a heads-up.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong><span style="color: red;">Calling Class 1940.</span></strong> <strong>Don Ginter</strong> is looking for '40's grads or those who may have attended LHS in 1940 with hopes of having a reunion. Any 40's grads or if you have info on a 40's grad, contact Don at (580) 353-8998 or write to him at: 713 NW Dearborn, Lawton, OK 73507. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Judy Lee (Taylor) Jenkins</strong> is asking about a <strong><span style="color: red;">class 1955 reunion?</span></strong> She also adds....."In the Sierra Foothills we have had a great couple of Fall days. The East Coast has nothing on us when it comes to leaf foliage. Everyone on the way to Tahoe can enjoy the view. Had a little snow last week and more to come but right now it's beautiful. Of course, we have a new 'Red Hawk Casino' that is drawing a crowd also. Thanks for the updates, I enjoy reading about people I knew "when"! " </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Mary Ann (Goode) Pursley</strong> who lives at Frisco Lakes in north Dallas writes...." I was in charge of the Halloween Boo Rally (Golf Cart Parade) and the Halloween Dinner/Dance. I have attached a picture of me and my Committee (I am the yellow M&M). Lots of fun here." (see photo). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Celebrating November birthdays in Las Vegas, 1956 classmates <strong>Kay (Kimball) Scott, Myrna Kay (Langley) Daley, and Yvonne (Anderson) Coombs.</strong> Photo courtesy of Kay who added...."Two of us will be 75 by the end of the month (I'm one of them) & "the baby" will just be 74. Wonderful trip with fun friends!"</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> I had a nice land line visit with Washington School alum and '59 classmate, <strong>DL 'Dwight' Stoddard.</strong> Dwight is retired and living the good life in Glencoe, OK. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">For those among us having withdrawals from lack of wonderful, heavy-with-garlic, Bianco's salad dressing....a Christmas wish come true! Visit: <www .freewebstore.org=".freewebstore.org" iancos-italian-dressings="iancos-italian-dressings">Believe it is one of the grand daughters! </www></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Was told that <strong>Charley Fatum</strong> is having some troubles walking and other issues. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> My bro <strong>George Gill,</strong> '63, had a..well..kinda 'emergency' back surgery on Nov. 17. Piece of bone broken off and floating around his spinal column causing much pain and grief. Surgery in Tulsa (where youngest son is a PA) went well, he's re-cooping and doing much better! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Visited briefly with <strong>Jerry Boucher.</strong> He has been hospitalized with a staff infection, but out and doing better.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Also, saw <strong>Fray Palmer</strong> out and about after heart attack and treatment previously reported. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <strong>Bob Carnahan,</strong> 95, of Lawton passed on November 24. Bob is father of classmates <strong>Wayne Carnahan and Lou (Carnahan) Jennings.</strong> He is also survived by numerous grand and great-grand children. Friends are invited to visit from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Tuesday November 27 at Becker Funeral Home. Services will be 2:00pm, Wednesday November 28, Cameron Baptist church with burial to follow at Highland Cemetery.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong> <www .beckerfuneral.com=".beckerfuneral.com">Janet 'Jan' Diane (Lisk) Sinclair,</www></strong> 64, of Lawton, passed on November 8 after a lengthy illness. Services were November 14. She attended Whittier Grade school, Tomlinson Jr. High and was LHS class 1966. She is survived by a daughter; 2 granddaughters; extended family.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><www .swoknews.com=".swoknews.com"><strong>Sam 'Carl' Mitchell,</strong> 79, of Lawton, passed on November 9. Services and burial with military honors was November 14. Carl was LHS class 1952. He is survived by a son; 3 daughters; extended family. </www></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><www .beckerfuneral.com=".beckerfuneral.com"><strong>Grace (Hanks) Linville,</strong> 98, of Paradise, CA passed on October 31. Services were in CA. Grace was LHS class 1933. She is survived by 4 children; 2 sisters; numerous grand and great grand children; extended family.</www></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Hope all had a great Thanksgiving! <strong><em><span style="color: red;">Georgia</span></em></strong></span></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-45197296458854026652012-11-26T18:25:00.002-08:002012-11-26T18:25:48.200-08:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Guys......there is a lot of news....some will have happened 2-3 weeks ago as yours truly has been up to eyeballs in 'personal' business. So much for 'retirement'.!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">The <span style="color: red;">class 1957 - 55th reunion</span> was just great! So I thought! Classmates traveled from far and near and seems everyone was having a fun time. Lot of people who had not been seen in a while. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Eugenia (Matthews) McClellan, Bob Atkins, Jerry Phelps,</strong> and several others who worked on the reunion did an outstanding job! I was told Eugenia carried the load! Very 'professional and efficient'. They should go into the reunion business! haha!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Jimmy Smith</strong> was in attendance...said it was FIRST reunion he had ever attended and said he won't miss the next one! I have pictures and will get them posted soon. Hope others will send pictures to me! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Bob Keiningham</strong> is living in Broken Arrow, OK and writes that over a 10 year period he had numerous bouts with cancer. Took treatment, had several serious surgeries, but now is playing golf most days and he & Shirley travel when they want. A throat surgery has affected his voice but he would love to hear from any of his old friends and classmates via email at: <a href="mailto:OBKHERE@aol.com">OBKHERE@aol.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Ed Adams,</strong> '59, over Poteau way reports the Oklahoma foliage is turning [has turned] and looks beautiful! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A friend of mine from here, campaigning in Arkansas before the election, ran into <strong>Charlotte McGill,</strong> '56, who sent regards. Back at ya Charlotte! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Sing belated Happy [October] Birthday to: <strong>Susan (Hankins)</strong> <strong>Ellington,</strong> '56; <strong>Mary (Harris) Thompson,</strong> '56. both admit to 74. Mary said she never thought about "getting this old".!!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">And some Happy [November] Birthdays to: <strong>Dee (Vanderpool) Glass; George Gill. </strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A special 50th Anniversary congratulations to <strong>Barbara (Ramey)</strong> and <strong>Ed Wiseman.</strong> Several of Barbaras' 1957 classmates traveled to Norman to help them celebrate recently. (see photo, courtesy of Bill Penn). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Many will remember former Cameron Aggie coach <strong>Ted Owens.</strong> According to <strong>Herb Jacobs</strong> column, Ted is writing a book which will include his accomplishments while basketball coach at Cameron - 1956~1960. </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Cameron at that time was Cameron State Junior College. Owens was a native of Hollis, OK and a graduate of OU. That is the only information Herb gave concerning the book, as any other info comes forth, will pass along. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Lawton High School at 11th and Ferris has completed new additions to the school. Additional classrooms on the south side run along the Ferris street toward the east! It has been dedicated and now open. Looks very nice. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Some have asked about a class <strong><span style="color: red;">1953 reunion.</span></strong> This is what I have....Jane<strong>tte (Hanes)</strong> says the class 1954 and some of the class 1953 will have a reunion next August 2-3-4, 2013. Any other classmates invited to join. Sign-in Friday morn at [old] building (atrium); tour of school; Friday night event at home of Ramon John, '53; casual Saturday night; more! For info or details, contact Janette at: </span><a href="mailto:jhanes@stellar.net"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">jhanes@stellar.net</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">For Halloween, I was very surprised and pleased to receive a great hand-drawn/colored picture of a witch with black cat and pumpkin. Courtesy of the talented brush/pen of <strong>Murdoch Matthew,</strong> '49. I (heart) Halloween and this picture! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Covert Lee Ervin</strong> is just home after 48 days in the hospital. He had serious complications following a colon surgery. He now seems on road to recovery. Covert Lee would have been class '57 but left before graduation He is retired from Shell in Deer Creek, TX. He is married to our '59 classmate, <strong>Gloria (Lamb). </strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Tommye (Boudreaux) Hobbs,</strong> '52, says she & <strong>Ray,</strong> '52, are both still 'upright', her arm is out of the cast & Ray is so happy she is back in the kitchen!!! Ray didn't like being a 'sous chef'! She also suggested I mention that...when a classmate moves, changes email address, or other critical 'locate me' information....please let someone know!!!! Good words! Thank you! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">"I just recovered from a total knee replacement 6 weeks ago & have done great. In fact I went back to work this past Thursday, thanks to Dr. Wright & modern medicine." </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit in Lawton paper November 1, page 9-A. </span><a href="http://www.swoknews.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.swoknews.com</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Robin (Glasby) Castillo,</strong> 55, of Lawton passed on October 18. A Memorial service was held October 25. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Robin was LHS class 1974. Her folks were Don and 'Bobbie' (Knox) Glasby, both deceased. She is survived by husband Rick; a son, Austin. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">The weather has been beautiful and created a gorgeous fall in the home-town! Sending regards to each of you.......<em><strong><span style="color: red;">Georgia</span></strong></em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Anniversary photo left to right: <strong>Pat (Horton) Rogers; Sima (Stein) Kaplan; Billie (Suggs) Penn; Barbara (Ramey) Wiseman.</strong></span></div>
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gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-73417850881690133742012-11-11T14:45:00.003-08:002012-11-11T14:45:55.549-08:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong><span style="color: red;">Calling LHS class 1953.</span></strong> Some are asking...any plans in the works for 60th reunion next year?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A chance encounter and nice visit with <strong>Graydon Fooshee,</strong> '51 and wife <strong>Yvonne (Aucoin),</strong> '50. They moved from Lawton to Ardmore back in June to be near their son and family. Both doing real well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Had a nice land-line visit with <strong>Royce Mahavier,</strong> '53, and wife <strong>Lynda.</strong> Doing pretty good and still enjoying their long time home in sunny Florida! </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>"Re Tim Guzzle:</strong> very talented and exceptional leadership that did not show too much in high school. As a matter of fact, I think Tim came to Lawton High after the '51 semester started and Tim and I played on the same last or next to last BB team that was the last to go home (in almost dark) and Tim and I walked home together. Tim lived on corner of 9th and Columbia and I lived a few blocks further. Tim was a cool guy at OU and went with one of the campus beauties (first name Janis).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I did not see Tim for several years until a 90's reunion and at that time he had really advanced in the corp. world and I think he was married to Janis but don't recall her being at the reunion. He also had a little sister! Anyway, he was a real icon for the class of 54. but his leadership wasn't evident until later years. At least that is what I recall about Tim Guzzle. And what I recall about Gene Zwick (other than his talent that did show on LHS stage) was that he was the only guy that pumped iron, he was way ahead of the times in that respect."</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">"More on Eug<strong>ene Zwick</strong>...do you remember the cafe his parents ran? First time I had ever eaten cheesecake...yum...best I ever had. And their sandwiches were delicious!"</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Mary Lynn (Marler) Winham</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">"Loved the picture of the band with <strong>Eva Suggs, Billie's</strong> mom. I wonder if anyone has a picture of the front of Hardy Suggs Music Company. I would love to have one. Thanks."</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Bill Penn - husband of Billie (Suggs)</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">"I read with sadness the passing of <strong>Jimmy Northcutt.</strong> Jimmy and I palled around together in LHS along with <strong>Al Wiley</strong> ( 56?). I didn't know he had moved to Indiana. I saw him about two years ago in Lawton. He owned a lot or real estate in Lawton and at one time ran a gas station on Sheridan Road. I know that he suffered a lot of health problems after he was assaulted by one of his renters. We stayed in contact over the years. I visit Lawton at least once a year since I have grandparents and a brother buried there and when we could connect we would have dinner together and catch up. He was a staunch OU fan and made a few “friendly bets” along the way on OU. He always had a smile on his face and I could count on him to bring me up to date on my high school friends and the old home town Lawton when we would get together. Hopefully he will be recognized in the '57 reunion as he was from that class. I will miss Jimmy."</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Reese Russell, '56</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Military Brats Registry: </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.militarybrat.com/new_search.cfm">http://www.militarybrat.com/new_search.cfm</a></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Military Brats Online: </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.militarybrats.net/</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">More <span style="color: magenta;"><strong>Happy [October] Birthdays!</strong></span> <strong>Wayne Parks;</strong> <strong>Royce Mahavier. </strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Join me in keeping <strong>Sue (Chalk) Briggs,</strong> '64, in your prayers. She will have a cancer related surgery later this month.</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Billie Sue (Moore) Upton Henderson,</strong> 68, of Sterling passed on October16. Billie grew up in Sterling but attended school in Lawton. She was LHS class 1962. She is survived by two sons and two daughters and their families. The family will receive guests 6:00-8:00pm on Friday October 19 at Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral Home in Lawton. Services will be10:00am Saturday October 20 at First Baptist church of Sterling. Burial will be in Sterling Cemetery.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <www .grayfuneral.com=".grayfuneral.com"> </www></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Alvis Dean Kennedy,</strong> 72, of Lawton passed on October 12 after battle with Melanoma. He was LHS class 1957. Alvis retired after 30 years in Civil Service - Director of Photography. Later he went into the real estate business. A memorial service will be held 2:00pm, Saturday October 20, Blvd. Congregational and Christian church in Lawton.</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Extended obit and guest book at: <a href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/">www.beckerfuneral.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>Clarence L. Aubrey,</strong> 85, passed on October 15. Clarence attended Washington School and was LHS class 1945. He married Betty Jo (Phillips) in 1951. He was eventually owner/operator of Phillips-Aubrey Chevrolet here in Lawton. He is survived by wife Betty; 2 sons; 2 daughters; numerous grand and great grand children.</span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">A private family burial was at Highland Cemetery. A memorial service was held October 18. </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Remember, previously sent news is archived at the WolverNet blog. And...I want all to know that I post it as sent with grammar, spelling, and punctuation [hopefully] correct - just as I learned in classes at LHS. BUT, sometimes after posting, the cyber-gremlins take over and change fonts, print size, spacing, etc. Have no remedy for that!!!! Visit archives right here! </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Look forward to seeing some of you this week-end! <em><strong><span style="color: red;">Georgia </span></strong></em></span>gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3889346567923667321.post-7209473002276585012012-10-13T10:19:00.001-07:002012-10-15T10:18:57.997-07:00<span style="color: red; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><strong>......LHS News......</strong></span><br />
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<!--StartFragment --><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Paul Grose, '53, </b>says....."Would like to hear from all my old friends. My email is <a href="mailto:paul_rfcc@yahoo.com">paul_rfcc@yahoo.com</a> Also looking for a copy of 1953 [LHS] yearbook. Best to all, </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Paul Grose" <br /><br />Shirley (Ray) Blowers, '53, </b>and hubby <b>Bob </b>enjoyed a 20 day Mediterranean Cruise this summer and they hope to be in Lawton, America this fall. <br /><br />'59 classmate <b>Ernest Godlove</b> and wife <b>Jane</b> back recently from an extended tour of Germany.<br /><br />And, '59 classmate <b>Marilyn (Lewis) and hubby Richard Smith</b> off for a month in Spain...<i>rain mainly on the plain</i> and all that! Think they may be on FaceBook? <br /><br />"I have enjoyed all the memories around <b>Don Williams and Gene Zwick.</b> What most may not know is that Gene Zwick was a dedicated physical fitness addict. In high school, he had a six-pack set of abs! His mother accompanied us on speech tournaments, but I do not recall meeting his father." </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Allen C. Isbell<br /><br />Do not try this at home......</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">1). <b>"Givins Station</b> was the place to go and get a nickel coke in the early 50's. Mike Wade also showed us how to cash in on the penny peanut machine there. We would put in a penny and turn the knob slowly until we heard the first click. Then shake the machine and turn again and after each click shake the machine and so on. Usually got a nickels worth of peanuts after the last click. Really skillful stuff."<br /><br />2). <b>"Johnson's Bakery </b>in the early 60's, probably 62ish, I would go into Johnson's after finishing a night clerk job at a motel. Also had a day job. Was always terribly tired that summer. Like duh.. Anyway, there was a really cute girl who worked at Johnson's and always wanted to ask her out, but just did not have any time. But, as tired as I was I made it a point to see her at least every other day."</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Lewis Chandler </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b><i>Golden Anniversary 50th</i> - best wishes for '59 classmate <b>Gwen (Wood)</b> and hubby<b> Jerry Phelps,</b> '57. A wonderful milestone and their two sons and their families hosted a great reception. <br /><br />More <span style="color: magenta;"><b><i>Happy Birthday </i></b></span>celebrations in October: </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Sharon (Weaver) Burgamy; Marvin 'Zeke' Carter...Zeke admits to 74!</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hope to see some of you at the <span style="color: red;"><b>class 1957 reunion</b></span> this next week-end (19-20th). If you haven't made reservations - QUICK - contact<b> Eugenia (Matthews) McClellan </b><a href="mailto:grannygmc@verizon.net">grannygmc@verizon.net</a> or call (972) 422-3050.<br /><br />Appreciate emails from:<b> Gordon Griswold; Ben Melton; Ed Adams; Frankie (Ingraham)Kinderman; Ben Ansley; Richard Densley; Dr. Jack Rhodes; Martha (Darden) Leister; Marilyn Morris; Barbara (Odom) Smith; Jan (Rice) Grogan; Weslwey Best; Sharron Bolt; Ron Hagler - </b>who is 'decorating' his TX yard with OSU (replacing OU) on one side and TCU on the other!! </span></span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br />Sadly, numerous losses.<br /><br />Francis Joyce 'Frank' Pruett,</b> 82, passed on October 12. Frank was LHS class 1947. He is survived by his wife<b> Bettye Sue (Yates);</b> a daughter; grand and great grand children. Services will be 2:00pm, Tuesday October 16 at Don Grantham Funeral Home in Duncan with interment to follow at Duncan Cemetery.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.granthamfuneralhomes.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.granthamfuneralhomes.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Ed Harp's</b> '54 news for October had lots of news. Ed passed along that he just received news that <b>Bill Flahart,</b> '54, passed last April. He was climbing up a ladder, the ladder slipped & Bill fell to the ground. He is survived by wife <b>Pat</b> and 3 daughters. <br /><br />Ed's news also had quite some discussion of <b>Tim Guzzle,</b> '54. Sadly Tim died of cancer back in 1997-98? Some of the discussion was about a dance band that Tim had and <b>Richard Lassetter</b> sent a picture of that group. (see below). <br /><br />A Memorial service for <b>Bobby Sunderlund,</b> 75, of Palmetto, GA was held in his hometown of Hobart on October 6. Bobby passed on September 27. Bobby is husband of '55 LHS classmate </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Wanda Gayle (Smith).</b>Extended obit in Sunday Constitution, September 30, page 8-D. </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.swoknews.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.swoknews.com</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><b>Gladys (Daulton) Vaughan,</b> 95, of Inola, passed on September 29. She was LHS class 1934. Grave side services were held October 1 in Lawton. Gladys was mom of '59 classmate <b>Janice (Vaughan) Salisbury</b> and an Aunt of '59 classmate </span><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Larry Hoskins.</b>Extended obit and guest book at: </span></span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Shirley (McKinzey) Graves, </b>82, of Elgin, passed on September 27. Services were at Ft. Sill National Cemetery on October 2. Shirley was LHS class 1948. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Jim Graves; 2 daughters; a brother; extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.fletcherandelginfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.fletcherandelginfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Jack L. Hall, </b>78, of OK City passed on October 2. Believe Jack was LHS class 1952. Grave side services were October 4 in Lawton. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, <b>Jo Ann (Holt);</b> 2 sons; grandchildren and extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.grayfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.grayfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><b>Jimmy R. Northcutt,</b> 73, of Trafalgar, IN passed on September 29. Jimmy was LHS class of 1957.<br />Services were October 5 in Franklin, IN. He is survived by 4 sons; a sister; a brother' extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book available at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.jessenfuneralhome.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.jessenfuneralhome.com</span></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><b>Joy (Gowan),</b> 62, of Lawton passed on September 30. Joy was LHS class of 1968. She is survived by her parents; 2 brothers; a sister <b>Gay Gordon</b> <b>(Larry)</b>; extended family. A Memorial service will be held at a later date.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.beckerfuneral.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.beckerfuneral.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><b>Raymond William Moore,</b> 59, of Ardmore passed on September 26. He was LHS grad but I do not know the year. Services will full military honors were held October 1 at Ft. Sill National Cemetery. He is survived by 2 sons; a daughter; grandchildren and extended family.<br />Extended obit and guest book at: </span><a eudora="autourl" href="http://www.whineryhuddleston.com/"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">www.whineryhuddleston.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br />*********************<br /><br />Warm regards to all from the home town! Georgia<br /><br /><br /><b>Photo (above): </b>Richard says the event was <i>"My Blue Heaven"</i> but he could not remember the event or occasion.<br />Richard goes on to say..."Pictured from left to right are <b>Jack Reynolds </b>(??) tuba; myself (Richard Lassitter) - trombone; <b>Richard Glenn</b> '55 - trumpet: in the back <b>Bill Amis</b> '55 - drummer; <b>John Waller</b> '55 - sax; <b>Tim Guzzle</b> '54 - sax; <b>Mary</b> <b>Wilson</b> '55 -singer: and in the back on the piano is <b>Mrs. Hardy (Eva) Suggs,</b> wife of the music store owner Hardy Suggs</span>.� gjwhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15224951923857737464noreply@blogger.com0