Nathan Stucky

I'm sorry to learn of Bill's passing. My condolences to his family. After more than fifty years I still remember his performance of Jud Fry in our Newton High production of Oklahoma. He was a sweet guy and will be missed.

Barbara Gabel (Gabel)

My prayers and condolences to Bill's family. We will certainly miss his positive and can-do attitude. Plus his creativity. He had shown me several pics of his quilts that he created. Such great use of color and imagination to produce such pictures! I was truly in awe of his talent!

Nancy Cravens (Hillman)

Bill always seemed to have a positive attitude, no matter what he was going through.  So sorry to hear of his passing.

Vicki Daily (Chambers)

So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Prayers and condolences to his family. He will be missed. 

Rich Martinez (Martinez)

Glenda Magee (Miller)

Terry Bernowich (Schmitz)

Happy Birthday Connie Hale Rhodes! I hope you had a wonderful day!

Glenda Magee (Miller)

Rich Martinez (Martinez)

Terry Bernowich (Schmitz)

Happy Birthday Vickie Yotter Moore! I hope you have a wonderful day!

Vickie Yotter (Moore)

Thank you all for your wonderful birthday greetings. Time marches on and we are not getting younger so if you can, get out there and enjoy life. I think the secret to aging is to never stay still and continue to move your body. My arthritis prevents me from enjoying those sports that tax my limbs but I still play golf twice a week and pickleball once a week. There is an old folk saying:

Fresh air and sunshine and plenty of grace slam the door in the doctor's face.

Be happy!!

Veronica Camargo

Connie Hale (Rhodes)

Hello Class Mates,

Sat: October 12^th brunch is coming up. I forgot to ask for a RSVP (head count) to ensure enough meat is purchased.  Also, for those bringing a set carry-in to share, please call or text so the buffet can be simi-organized and not end up all desserts. And for last minute folks… please come as you are (pot-luck). See you then.

JD & Connie

316-727-0636 Connie

318 288-0210 JD

Barbara Gabel (Gabel)

Connie: Soooo wish I could be there to help and for all the fun!! Maybe next year if this becomes an annual event!

Barb

Martin Libhart

You should have received an email several days ago asking for your input regarding a 70th Birthday Party in Newton sometime next year. We look forward to your response regarding the options presented.

Connie Hale (Rhodes)

From Rhodes Cafe

There have been several classmates contact me about Saturday. I'm sorry for not replying back to you, My new cell phone is just not cooperating. Anyway, at this time side dishes and desserts spoken for are....

June/brownies, Bob H/5-bean casserole, Jim/Chips, Barb Smith/Blueberry Muffins,

Others coming feel free to bring a side-dish/dessert or just come as you are.

John might appreciate some help at the grill: (brats, hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken breast) Also, the house might be chilly and opened up to the screened porch... so dress weather accordingly. We look forward to seeing you Saturday. JD and Connie

Prudy and those driving distance.. safe travel, see you then.

Terry Bernowich (Schmitz)

Has anybody else besides me and Becky Davis received and email from Lee Buller? The subject line says

How are you? Please I need you to do me a favor. Thanks, Lee

I didn't open my message but Becky did and it is requesting to have you purchase gift cards for someone suffering from cancer. I can't remember everything Becky told me when she called me. I just now was checking my email. I received my message at 7:24 am today, 10-9-19.

Leroy Buller

I was hacked this week.  Please disregard email that ask for money.  I was hacked. 

Lee

Connie Hale (Rhodes)

All is looking good for Saturday's cookout... see you then.

Terry, I did open the email with Lee's need help and I did return answer back. Thought maybe it was something to do with this Saturday. Anyway, Lee said he would be at the Breadbaske at 9:00 just incase someone shows up there. Thank you  Lee.

Connie

Terry Bernowich (Schmitz)

Thank you Connie! Can't wait until tomorrow! Thank you so much for hosting all of us!

Connie Hale (Rhodes)

One of life’s little pleasure’s is taking the opportunity to enjoy good food with friends and the freedom to just laugh together.  JD and I had a great time hosting our Saturday lunch cookout. We want to thank everyone for helping setup and putting away chairs and food etc.. Thankyou goes to John Nikodemus for bringing two space heaters that keep the chill off. June and Kemmie for coming over Friday night to help finalize. Also, I want to thank someone for leaving me their cozy red-checked hoody. It will be just perfect for bus driving on those chilly days… or was it left by misstate? LOL!  Blessings to you all. JD and Connie

Martin Libhart

You previously received an email asking for your input regarding a "70th Birthday Party" in Newton sometime next year. We have received a few responses, but would like many more in order to make a decision regarding the event.

- Are you in favor of a 70th Birthday gathering?

- If so, what time of year, i.e. Spring, Summer, Fall?

- A Friday evening and Saturday afternoon/evening, Saturday only, or.........

- any other thoughts or comments you would like to add.

NOTE:  do not reply on this website - send your response directly to me at:  

                          libhart@cox.net

Thanks all! We look forward to hearing from you!

Martin Libhart

The "Reunion Team" met earlier this week. We spent time discussing the 70th Birthday Party idea, and ultimately agreed that we will not plan to have one in 2020. There were a number of reasons for the decision, but the key ones were:

1.) limited interest after repeated requests for input on this website, and as also sent by email to the 128 classmates for whom we have contact info;

2.) increasing costs for venue, catered food, entertainment, etc. With limited attendance, the cost per person was probably going to be considerably more than our 50th Reunion;

3.) the wide range of ideas on format, number of days, entertainment, etc. expressed by the classmates who did actually respond to my emails regarding the possibility of having a birthday gathering. There really was no "consensus" on the options discussed;

4.) limited local “manpower” to do all the work and make it happen.

If anyone is planning to be in Newton during the coming year, please do let us know. There would surely be some "local classmates" anxious to meet you for breakfast or lunch.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you all.

Roger Morton

Terry Bernowich (Schmitz)

Thank you Martin and all the others who worked on this. I appreciate all your efforts. It is a lot of work that goes on to plan our reunions and birthday partys.