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Deborah Abernathy
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Occupational Therapist
Sandra Austin
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Paralegal
Family: Husband Russ; son Matt; his wifeSarah; grand daughter
Rosalie; daughter Melanie
Interests: Travel, cooking, camping, visiting granddaughter,
volunteer as Guardian ad Litem
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have the privilege of
working parttime with my husband, Russ in his law firm. We have
been married 30 years and have two children, Matt, who is 26 years
old, practices law in Washington, DC, is married, and has one child,
(our precious granddaughter), and our daughter Melanie, who is 22
and is currently between jobs, doing some modeling and traveling
around the U.S. with friends. Russ and I enjoy traveling, and
spending time with family and friends.
Susan Avery
Class of '72
[email protected]
Robert Baggett
Class of '71
Occupation: ESOL TEACHER
Family: MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE 2 CHILDREN. MY SON IS 23
AND MY DAUGHTER 21.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I WORKED IN KENYA
WITH THE US PEACE CORPS TEACHING RURAL FARMERS TO
REAR FISH IN PONDS. WHILE THERE, I MET A HANDSOME
IRISHMAN AND MARRIED HIM. HIS WORK TOOK US TO LIVE IN
6 COUNTRIES IN AFRICA AND ASIA. AFTER 26 YEARS
OVERSEAS, WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF TRANSITIONING
BACK TO THE USA.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Bob passed away in
2005.
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Barbara Baker
Class of '71
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Occupation: Legal Assistant
Dean Banta
Class of '70
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Occupation: Entrepreneur and Tech. Sales Engineer
Family: Married- well more than once - two daughters and one son.
Oh- still married.
Interests: Quilting, swimming, bike riding
Interests: Music, History, Politics, Human Nature and Golf
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Living through the Missile
Crisis on Guantanamo Bay; living in Australia and Italy. Love to
travel.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Played music until I had to
get a job. Went back to school and got a job in the early heady days
of computers and magical mysterious mainframes. Started my own
company, made a small fortune, lost a small fortune. Working on
building the next company. Learning to just enjoy life and
appreciating family, friends and Washington D.C traffic. Remember
to follow your bliss.
Timothy Barrett
Class of '71
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Joyce Barton
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Systems Engineer
Occupation: Licensing Env Spec III DOM North Anna 3
Family: Wife May, daughter Ginny, and son Daniel.
Family: Hubby Bob, 2 sons, Brock=Navy, engineering, married;
Brian= VT graduate, biotech
Interests: Science, things that go fast, things that go boom, and
things that sound good.
Interests: Beach, swim, sail, kayak, fish, bicycle, music, sustainability
(not enough room)
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Have always lived in VA.
Translated an interest in electronics and mechanics into working in a
physics R&D lab and now engineering in a local company. First
married to an Oakton '74 graduate (Christine Stone), and now to an
escapee from NY City. My two children have successfully reached
functional adulthood and they actually enjoy our company now.
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Nancy Bell
Class of '72
Class of '72
Nancy Bernhardt
Class of '71
Sarah Berga
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Linda Birtles
Class of '69
[email protected]
Occupation: Housewife - retired finance
Occupation: P/T Dental Assistant; Dog Care
Family: Husband - Geoff, Children- Sabrina & Tiffany, Justin &
Logan, & 3 Granddaughters
Family: 2 Children, Laura (38) & Craig (36); 3 Grandchildren (7, 5,
1).
Interests: crafts, sewing, egg carving, traveling
Interests: The Arts, Antiques, Friends & Family
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My life has taken me from
Va to the Orlando & Palm Beach FL areas & back to VA. while
having a career in banking, trust & investments. Geoff & I married in
1975 & had our 1st child, Sabrina, in 1977 & our 2nd, Tiffany, in
1985. I retired in 1990 to be a full-time wife & mom. After our
youngest went to college we decided to become foster parents &
recently we adopted our 2 boys (now ages 6 yrs. & 4 yrs.). Sabrina &
her family live nearby as do Tiffany & her fiance which is great
having them all close by!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I married my OHS
sweetheart Wayne Pullen 6/26/71 (40 yrs). We raised our children
for 20 yrs in Herndon but moved in 1998 to Rappahannock Co. in
the Blue Ridge Mtns. When Wayne soon retires from Fx. Co.
Schools, Design & Construction, he'll farm f/t the L'il Washington
family land where he was raised as a child. This lifelong Fairfax Co.
gal gets her city fix substituting as Dental Asst. per need in Fx. City
as well as caring for dogs in the homes of their out-of-town owners.
As empty-nesters we are now enjoying our grandchildren Hunter,
Jake, & Maddie as well as our granddogger Luca.
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Errol Bisutti
Class of '71
[email protected]
John Boles
Class of '70
Occupation: civil engineer
Occupation: HVAC
Family: 3 sons
Family: Megan E. Boles, Daughter
Interests: golf and sailing
Interests: Classic Cars
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation I started
working with my brother Bob in the Heating and Cooling business.
In 1971, I married Pamela Dixon from the Class of '71 and we were
married for 22 years and are still good friends. We had a daughter,
Megan in 1980. She just recently purchased her first home in
Richmond, Va. I started my own HVAC business in the '80's which I
am still running today. In my leisure time I enjoy working on classic
cars.
Carolyn Bond
Class of '70
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Jennifer Bond
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired
Occupation: Nurse
Family: Married 36 Years to Andy Ferguson2 Daughters Leslie
Melanson and Linda Ferguson.
Family: Marrried to Gordon Macdonald, I have four children and four
grandchildren.
Interests: Oil painting, cooking, fishing
Interests: Gardening and taking care of animals
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I was very proud to be a
stay at home mom and raising two beautiful daughters. Picking the
best guy to share my life with.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Working with horses all of
my life, my most memorable experiences are having trained race
horses, fox hunting and breeding Thorougbreds. Moving up and
down the east coast made for keeping things interesting and going to
school after 40 to begin nursing kept me busy. I was also so very
proud watching my son Guy play college basketball and obtaining
his masters, getting married and having two beautiful babies. My
daughter Jessica has graduated college and going for her masters.
Son Stephen went with his high school team to the WV basketball
championships. Daughter Suzanne has two kids.
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Kathleen Bour
Class of '71
Leslie Bowman
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Photographer/artist/journalist
Family: married w/ two children, son, Brice, in film , daughter, Zel,
architecture
Interests: visual art, nature and sustainable design, I love having my
hands in the dirt
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Kathleen passed away in
January 2011.
Donna Boyd
Class of '69
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After college in Pittsburgh,
Nova Scotia and St Louis, I settled in Maine, first in Portland,
working in education. I then moved back to rural eastern Maine and
became a photo journalist while still maintaining a fineart studio.
When I met my husband he was working on a tidal power project
with the Passamaquoddy tribe. We were married and had two
children and built a house in the woods on a cove. I have worked for
years as an assistant professor of art and photojournalist and am still
invested in a personal quest through art.
Cathleen Brady
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: music teacher
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Interests: Proofreading Burton's plays, reading, needlework, cooking,
traveling, theater
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Entire family in the arts.
We've lived in 4 states. Husband: playwright, church musician;
Sarah dancer/singer/actor; Andrew: artist. Love traveling to watch
performances of Burton's plays (especially contests he wins!), seeing
Sarah performing in national broadway touring companies (Cats,
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels) and at Barter Theatre, seeing Andrew's art
in galleries. Still like teaching elementary music after 35 years and
still singing in Burton's church choir.
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Winifred Breeden
Class of '71
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Linda Broyhill
Class of '69
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Randall Brown
Class of '71
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David Buchanan
Class of '70
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: David passed away
peacefully in his sleep on February 21, 2006.
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Patrick Buchanan
Class of '71
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Marcia Burgett
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: University Energy Manager, George Mason
Family: Married with four children, Jeremy, Melanie, Jason, Brittany
Interests: Computers, Fishing, Sports, Weightlifting, NASCAR
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Married on November 26,
1977 to Kathy Ann Jones who was a sophomore at Oakton the year I
graduated 1971 and didn't know her then. Spent many hours of
volunteer work at the kids schools and in the community. Ran the
church nursery for 13 years and started the Men's Ministry at St.
Marys of Sorrows. Served on many weekends with the VIA De
Christo group. Celebrated many 80th birthday parties with relatives,
and made many holiday traditions that our children enjoy. Waiting
for kids to finally fly out of the nest so we can enjoy grand kids and
travel when we retire.
Karen Burk
Class of '71
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Marsha Burleson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Assist. Superintendent - Fairfax Co. JDC
Occupation: Psychologist, Independent Practice
Family: 18 yr. daughter has just graduated from Fairfax HS. OMG:
40 years after our grad
Family: Husband of 31 yrs, sister, 2 neices 1 nephew, 6 surrogate
grandchildren
Interests: Travel, decorating, general fun and wierdness
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Finishing up 30 years with
the Fairfax County Juvenile Court. Enjoyed the 40 year Reunion.
Kudos to Marsha & Bill for a job well done.
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Mariane Bush
Class of '71
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Rayetta Byrd
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired; Formerly Accounting/PHR
Occupation: Team Leader, DHHS/ACF/OCSE/DCS
Family: Married to Steve Dibblee; son Matthew (25) US Navy;
daughter Sara (23) Fiduciary
Family: Oldest of five, one sister, three brothers, one son, two
grandchildren-10 and 8.
Interests: Motorhome Travel; Anything to do with Bookkeeping,
Investing, Politics
Interests: Love God, life, family and friends. Enjoy traveling and new
adventures.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated in June 1971.
Presently celebrating 41 years of public service in the Federal
Government. Have been priviledged to travel providing and
distributing information on child support to both parents and
practitioners. I attend Jericho City of Praise Church in Landover, MD
where I have been an active member and servant of the Lord for
over 22 years. In addition, I enjoy traveling, new adventures,
reading, movies, cooking, and going out to different restaurants.
Carolyn Cable
Class of '70
[email protected]
Charles Carrico
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: R&D Scientist
Family: Jane - wonderful wife 30 yrs, son Scott and daughter Laura.
Interests: Family outings - hiking, camping (best memories), golf, not
working out:)
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Patricia Carroll
Class of '71
[email protected]
Michael Carter
Class of 'SN [email protected]
Occupation: Technology Management
Occupation: VP of Sales for Mullen's Markings, Inc.
Family: Widowed in 2010. 3 kids, 2 living. 2 grandchildren, 1 boy and
1 girl.
Family: Wife Karen, Daughter Amanda, Son in Law Dan, Grand Kids
Finn, Eli Michael
Interests: Family, friends, food, travel.
Interests: Golf, Tennis, Hiking
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have identical twins best "luck" with high odds ever. I lost my oldest child when he was
25. That continues to be the absolute worst thing that's ever
happened. Adapting takes a long time. Being a grandmom is even
more fun than I imagined. Looking forward to retirement at some
point.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: PHD "School of Hard
Knock", USMC, Owner of Professional Office Movers,Spring (NC)
and Fall (VA Beach) Golf Trips every year last 22 years with good
friends, and the Summer Trip with Family and Relatives (every has
own Cabin)to Hungry Mother State Park in Marion, VA every year
last 24 years. Life is GOOD!
William Carter
Class of '70
Julie Chilman
Class of '72
Occupation: Wife and mom
Family: Married Bob Kauflin 8.28.76. We have 6 kids and 10
grandkids, 11&12 coming soon.
Interests: Loving my husband & kids, my church, interior/set design,
horses, March Madness.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Ran sound for Bob's
band, GLAD, 1976-1974. Home schooled our kids for 24 years while
serving in various ways in our church. Celebrated our 25th in the UK,
30th in France/UK, and 35th in Italy/UK. Great times!
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Janet Clark
Class of '71
[email protected]
Roger Clark
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Executive Assistant -- Software Sales
Family: Two stepkids, 3 step grandkids, all grown or almost grown!
Interests: Music, Theatre/the Arts, travel, swimming, reading and just
hanging with friends
Sarah Clement
Class of '71
[email protected]
Michael Cohen
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Administrative Judge for Federal agency
Occupation: Librarian, University of Wisconsin
Family: Just my brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews!
Family: wife Susan; kids Matt, Emily, Ross, Annie; grandkids Henry,
Brayden, Holly
Interests: Cycling, music, dogs?
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Went to Sweet Briar
College (class of 1975) then up to NYC to grad school in English at
Columbia (M.A. 1977) then hung out in NYC for a few years during
the punk era before returning to Virginia to law school at UVa (J.D.
1984). Since then I've lived in the DC area in Alexandria VA. Still
see Susie Goddard from high school, and miss many other old
friends like Debbie Eldracher, Janet Stangohr, and Barb Baker. I still
have and play LP's!
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I missed the reunion
because I was in Germany getting acquainted with granddaughter
Holly (b. July 30). Words of wisdom for my classmates: Don't let
your children date foreign exchange students. HA!
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Gordon Cole
Class of '71
[email protected]
Elizabeth Coll
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Secret Service
Family: wife Mary Ellen, children Aaron, Joanna & Peter, Mother
Morag Cole
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Gordon passed away on
February 22, 2011. Gordie retired from the Secret Service on
December 30, 2010 after a long and distinguished career. He was
civically active in the Annandale Planning Committee, an Elder in the
John Calvin Presbyterian Church, and volunteered with ACCA,
Annandale Christian Community for Action.
Margaret Coll
Class of '71
[email protected]
Kevin Connifey
Class of '71
[email protected]
Family: Married for 32 years to my wonderful wife Kim. We have 2
kids Ryan and Meghan.
Interests: Golf, Cars, Audio
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Edward Conroy
Class of '71
[email protected]
Edith Coulter
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Office Manager Chiropractic Wellness Ctr
Family: I am married 29 years and have two sons and a grandson.
Interests: Health and wellness, outdoor activities and friendships.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have been working with
Dr. Seleme, a well established Chiropractor in Fairfax the past six
years and loving it. I live in Springfield, Virginia with my husband
John of 29 years. We have two sons and a grandson. Our youngest
son Blair is getting married this December and we are traveling to
Jamaica for a destination wedding. Can't wait! We love our soon to
be daughter-in-law, Caitlin, too.!! We also stay very busy with our
other son and his family which includes our 26 month old grandson,
Jackson.
Anne Cowan
Class of '72
[email protected]
Parke Crisler
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Comms.+mktg. exec. in cable TV industry
Occupation: Xray Tech
Family: Married to a prof. actor, 1 son (27), step-dghtr + 3
granddghtrs (5,7,11)
Family: Wife Katherine (35 years). Daughter Brianna (Gabriel) and
Son Daniel (Maggie)
Interests: Theatre, baseball (Go Nats!), travel, wine, and time with
friends and family
Interests: Family, friends, football (UNA), old electronics (guitar
amps), music, beach
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: BA/MA in theatre at
Indiana U. Had three great careers: First as a voice coach+director
and on faculties at OK U and Ind. State U; then executive media
coach/PR agency rep in D.C.; now working in cable. I enjoy a great
life with my talented husband and amazing son, and get together
with a few Oakton BFFs often.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Moved to Alabama right
out of Oakton. School and working in music as recording
engineer/musician/songwriter. Couldn't live on that meager income!
Became a Christian while in college. Joined incredible group of
Christ followers almost 30 years ago. Been spiritual leader (pastor)
for over 20 years. Working in Xray 35 years, past 20+ in CT Scan.
Some travelling, (love this beautiful country of ours) Ireland.
Hiking/backpacking Blue Ridge and Smokey Mountains many times.
Camping Ozarks and Rocky Mtns. Lots of beach time, more sun/surf
please! Dance with my daughter, music with my son!
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Margaret Crowlie
Class of '71
[email protected]
Philip Crowlie
Class of '69
Occupation: 3 in 30 years: Attorney, Mother, Realtor
Family: 3 kids, 2 stepkids, 1 new husband...
Interests: politics, travel, the ocean and houses
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Phil passed away not long
after graduation in a motorcycle accident.
Catherine Cullen
Class of '71
[email protected]
Riley Cumberland
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Self employed
Occupation: Retired elevator mechanic
Family: Husband-Gary works for Aerospace Corp.; mother, 2 sisters,
1 brother in VA.
Family: Wife, Diane, and two grown children.
Interests: Environmental land/animal protections, gardening, knitting,
reading, exercising
Interests: Amateur radio, emergency response, practical jokes.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Worked in Interior Design
field in 70's after BFA in Interior Design VCU 1975. Worked w/major
contracts-office furniture for gov't and commercial businesses in
80's. Moved to SD late 80's to work in sales and distribution of hot air
balloons and cold air/helium advertising inflatables in late 80's and
90's. Received my "Lighter Than Air" Flight Certificate to fly hot air
balloons and traveled US/Canada extensively at that time. Currently
working with family on upkeep of mountain property in Linden, VA to
help keep it environmentally preserved AND am creating new
business-knitwear for pets.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: This submission is by
Riley's wife, Diane. I wanted you to know that Riley died July 12,
2009. He had a full and happy life, and died suddenly, without
warning, of a pulmonary embolism. We all miss him terribly.
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Keith Curran
Class of '71
[email protected]
Gregory Curry
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Write/Producer and Professor
Occupation: Education: teaching and administration
Family: Married more than 32 years To Cheryl. Children: Sean,
Kelsey & Shannon
Family: No family, no wife, no children, grandchildren, etc.
Interests: Movies, exercise, reading, learning, sports, friends, etc.
Interests: Home improvement work, masonry (it's a hobby),
NASCAR, cooking
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Written for TV and film.
Worked in advertising and PR and helped launch Hyundai along the
way. Covered professional baseball and football. Teach scriptwriting,
film production, critical thinking, and argumentation. Blessed with a
great parents, brother and sister and a wonderful wife and children
as well as sensational friends and acquaintancesMisc: I know my
Redeemer lives.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I just completed my 32nd
year in education. For the past 18 years I have worked just south of
Atlanta, GA in the Clayton County school system. I was the principal
at Morrow Middle School for the previous 12 years. Next year I will
begin working as a director in the district Human Resources
Department. At this stage of my life I plan to work about four more
years. Retirement is getting closer with each passing year. Yes, I
have had many memorable moments in my life but nothing I really
want to share here.
Claire Curs
Class of '71
[email protected]
Leslie Daniels
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Mother/Author
Occupation: Proposal Analyst at CACI
Family: Son-Matthew-age 19, Daughter-Katharine-age 14 + Two
dogs, three cats and a bunny
Family: My daughter Vera and our pets!
Interests: Hiking-Cooking-Poetry-Art-Japanese Floral Arrangement
Interests: Travel, gardening, reading, going for hikes, dancing!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Stayed home raising my
children for the past 18 years and working part-time during tax
season. Also went back to school to get a degree in Art from Mary
Baldwin College during that time and also wrote, illustrated and selfpublished three children's books!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Eventful life so far. Got to
live in London, Lisbon, and The Hague as well as lots of sightseeing
all over Europe and S. Africa during my 1st career with the Gov't.
Now raising a lovely daughter, taking care of our first house and the
yard, and trying to find time to just enjoy living in this mad, fastpaced world we live in.
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Richard Danner
Class of '71
[email protected]
Royce Davis
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Family: Married for 30 years with 2 daughters.
Interests: Photography, Travel
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After HS graduation spent
a year in Israel. Returned to the states and graduated from GWU in
3.5 yrs with degrees in International Relations/Economics (never
used except to diplomatically break up fights between my kids).
Moved to FL and worked in high end retail management. Met my
husband in Orlando-got married and moved to South Dakota! Owned
a real estate publication for 20 years. Ready to retire and travel!
William Davis
Class of '71
[email protected]
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Dennis Degen
Class of '71
[email protected]
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Darlene Degraff
Class of '70
[email protected]
David Detwiler
Class of '72
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: David Detwiler died of
cancer around 1974.
Doug Detwiler
Class of '70
[email protected]
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Monika Dietze
Class of '72
[email protected]
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Ralph Dietze
Class of '72
[email protected]
Robert Dix
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: VP-Government Affairs, Juniper Networks
Family: Wife- Aggie, Son- Ryan, Granddaughter- Grace
Interests: Coach AAU / Travel Girls Basketball- 2010 U12 Girls AAU
National Champions
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Pamela Dixon
Class of '71
[email protected]
Thomas Dobson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Sr. Systems Analyst,Washington Navy Yard
Interests: Dogs, Gardening and Ornamental Ponds,
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation, I married
John H. Boles from Class of '70. We were married for 22 years and
are still good friends. Had my only daughter, Megan in 1980. She
is now 30 and just purchased her first home in Richmond, VA. In
1971 I started working at C&P Telephone as a Service Order Typist
and Manager's Clerk until 1982 when I transferred to AT&T. During
my career with AT&T I climbed the corporate ladder and became an
Associate Manager. In 1998 I accepted a Voluntary Retirement
Incentive after 28 years of service. Currently I am a Sr. System
Analyst working in D.C. at the Navy Yard.
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Janice Dove
Class of '71
[email protected]
Angela Doyle
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Career w Fairfax County government
Family: Divorced, 4 sons (Josh, Daniel, Chris & Scott)
Interests: Gardening, biking, travel, real estate....
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: 1st reunion attended
Virginia Doyle
Class of '69
[email protected]
Patricia Dunn
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired Math Teacher
Family: Carey (husband), Kristen (VA Tech '12), and Cydney
(Stafford HS '11)
Interests: Boating May thru October, spend time with family, play
piano, walk my dogs
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated from
Longwood '75. Taught math and coached hockey and softball in
Spotsylvania until '81. Married and moved to Williamsburg where I
taught math and sponsored the SCA until '86. Earned Master's from
William & Mary. Moved back to Fredericksburg and taught math at
Stafford High until 2009. Taught at Commonwealth Governor's
School within Stafford High for 8 years. Enjoying retirement and now
trying to develop a green thumb.
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Dennis Durost
Class of '69
[email protected]
Rob Endter
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Instructional Technology Resource Teache
Occupation: I retired from the Army in 1994.
Family: Married Adele Land in '70. We have 2 children. Jesse is in
NYC & Dara in Boston.
Family: Met Wife in Frankfurt A/M Germany. Son is in the Army.
Daughter in Air Force
Interests: Technology, music and the great outdoors.
Interests: Golf, computers and travel.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I met my Wife of 31 years
in Frankfurt Germany. We have a son who is a 1Lt. in the Army and
stationed here at Ft. Hood Tx. Our daughter is in the Air Force
stationed at Cannon Air Force Base, NM. She is currently on her 4th
deployment. After retiring from the Army I worked for the Govt testing
new equipment. I recently retired from Real Estate. I have been
involved in the community as a Volunteer Firefighter and am a
member of Copperas Cove Rotary serving as President from 2009 to
2010. I have lived in Copperas Cove for 24 years which is the
longest place I have lived my entire life.
Debra Evans
Class of '71
[email protected]
Jacqueline Evans
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Sr. Account Manager, InfoComm Internatio
Occupation: Retired at long last!
Family: Husband, Pete Sausville. Have one daughter, Shannon, 27.
Family: Divorced, no children.
Interests: Reading, picture matting and framing, travel
Interests: Riding horses, antiques, travel, restoring my home, books,
friends.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Miss Virginia USA 197576, Volunteer speaker and victim advocate for Mothers Against
Drunk Driving (MADD) since 2005, have twice travelled to Europe to
speak to military and NATO bases about drinking and driving, Won
3rd place in the US in Persuasive speaking in 1977, 14th overall in
the US all categories, 2nd on the East Coast all categories while
competing in forensics for George Mason University.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I retired from the Dept. of
the Navy in March of 2007. In 2005 I bought a 1790 home in
Georgetown KY and am in the process of restoring it. I still ride
horses and travel as much as money and time allows. I still live in
Western WA and commute between there and KY. Since the last
reunion after having open heart surgery I am determinied to live life
to the fullest. Retirement has been an absolute blast and I still can't
over that they send me a paycheck to not come to work. I am
looking forward to see you all! This ain't no dress rehearsal!
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Ken Farren
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Sales Rep. at Window World.
Judy Ferrier
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Federal IT Specialist
Family: I am blessed with family. Grandchildren: Kyla-3, Chase-2. I
am PoPO.
Interests: Faith...Family...Politics...Eating...Reading.
Interests: Gardening, sports, marathoning
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After a 30 year career
with the U.S. Geological Survey (DOI), I will be retiring on
September 10, 2011 and moving to North Carolina near the beach at
Topsail Island.
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Karen Fierke
Class of '72
[email protected]
Joseph Finan
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Sales Management Xerox Corporation
Family: Married for 34 yrs to Joanne Dick class of 76 have 3 sons 1
married 2 grand kids
Interests: Travel usually to caribbean
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Great family all the kids
live in the area along with 2 grand kids. 2 sons and daughter in law
work for Micro Strategy. 1 son attends Mason and teaches Martial
Arts. We live in Oakton, Va. Worked in the business equipment
industry for 34 yrs. Xerox Corporation.
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Erline Fisher
Class of '71
[email protected]
Carol Flaherty
Class of '70
Occupation: AT&T - Network Manager
Family: Single
Interests: My Shihpoo Molly
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Lived in California for 28
years before AT&T moved me to New Jersey in 2008. I just had my
30 year anniversary with AT&T.I now enjoy the quick drive to
Northern VA to spend time with my best friend Debbie Evans
Sausville.
Robert Foss
Class of '71
[email protected]
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Carol was married to
Dave Fetzer ('69). She passed away several years ago.
Thomas Fragas
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired
Family: wife: Robin Bray, two step-sons: Nate and Josiah
Interests: Photography, reading, writing, hiking, star-gazing and
playing the 'ukulele.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Since graduation: Lived
in Hawaii for 8 yrs. Joined the Army; was in for 7 yrs. Was with the
2nd Ranger Battalion for 6 of those yrs. Participated in the invasion
of Grenada in 1983. After leaving the Army, moved to Maine (for
those wondering why Maine and not a Hawaii - it was a woman). I
have lived in Maine since 1986. Worked for LL Bean for 11 yrs. I
have been retired since 2002.
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Debra Gaile
Class of '71
[email protected]
Susan Garcia
Class of '71
[email protected]
Randy Gandy
Class of '70
[email protected]
Jeff Getty
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Architect
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Martha Giles
Class of '71
[email protected]
Deirdre Gjormand
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Licensed Professional Counselor
Occupation: Program Director, USIS
Family: I have 3 kids, Liz and Kathy, twins 22, and Jonathan 24.
Family: Husband, Tom Magee and Petra (BIG dog!). Have 8
awesome nieces & nephews
Interests: Trips to the Caribbean with my "sweetie", Skip. And
attending the 50th Reunion!
Interests: Beach time, dog shows, investments, reading, new age
book stores, flea markets.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Grew up in Fairfax until
age 10, then moved to Richmond, Va and back to Fairfax when I
was 16; my parents were doing the divorce/custody dance. Thomas
Jefferson High School and Oakton were both good high school
experiences, then off to Va Tech for undergrad and graduate school.
Oh, yeah.... I was a Resident Adviser, which was an awesome life
experience and eventually led to me becoming a professional
counselor. In grad school I was an Administrative Intern to the Vice
President for Student Affairs, another great experience. And I
started a Private Practice in Roanoke, Va. The 20th and 40th.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I worked 29 years in the
Intelligence Community and lived, worked, and traveled throughout
Europe. Retired in 1999 from federal sector. Owned a gift shop,
then a jewelry business for a few years. Spent last 10 years in
management in private sector. We split our time in homes in Vienna,
VA & Cherry Grove Beach, SC. Plan to retire permanently,
oceanfront in Cherry Grove. Have had some rough times but also
have been very blessed. I love life, laughter, cherish my family and
friends. Most important to me, I try to be present in the moment, and
live everyday as if it were Thanksgiving
Richard Glover
Class of '71
[email protected]
Bill Goddard
Class of '69
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Susan Goddard
Class of '71
[email protected]
F. Anthony Gonzales
Class of '69
Occupation: R.N. working in NoVa for Kaiser
Family: I have four wonderful kids (3 sons and a daughter) and six
adorable grandkids.
Interests: Love to travel as I'm working part time. Also enjoy just
being with friends.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I'm single and living in
Woodbridge. I'm very proud of my children who are supporting
themselves now. One lives in Japan with his family, and I get to go
once a year to visit. One is an artist and lives in NYC. My other two
live locally, so it's nice to be able to see them (and their families)
often. It's been wonderful seeing old friends again from OHS and
renewing friendships. Those high school years were confusing and
terrific at the same time!
Kathryn Gooch
Class of '71
[email protected]
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Tony passed away many
years ago from heart problems.
Robert Good
Class of '69
Occupation: Executive in Insurance Industry
Family: Daughter Stephanie, grandchildren Lexi & Ashby
Interests: Live on the beach - what's better than that!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Life long friendships with
Royce Davis and Bill Mountjoy.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Robert "Robbie" Good
died of cancer a couple of years ago. He left young teenage
daughters to be raised by his ex-wife in Florida.
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Kathleen Goodspeed
Class of '71
[email protected]
Wanda Gore
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Executive Assistant
Occupation: Nurse
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Family: Three children and three grandchildren.
Interests: Gardening
Interests: Spend my spare time riding horses and team roping. Love
going to the beach.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Have worked 37 yrs for
the Federal Govt--planning to retire Jan 2013.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Took an awesome boat
cruise around Hawaii with my mom and kids for a week. I go to
Oklahoma every year to compete in team roping.
Robert Gosselin
Class of '69
Susan Green
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: ENGINEERING TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
Family: 4 - CHILDREN; 7- GRANDCHILDREN
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated from George
Mason University - BS in Social Welfare
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Brenda Guilford
Class of '71
[email protected]
Betty Hall
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Realtor, Legal Assistant w/St of Fla.
Family: Husband Ronald W. Miller, Son Russell C. Miller
Interests: Watching baseball, photography, fishing, camping,
gardening
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Tom Hall
Class of '71
[email protected]
Jill Hamilton
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Wife,mom, and grandmother
Family: Husband Rick, Children Emily, Brian and Tim. Grandson
Connor
Interests: Bible study, gardening, and caring and praying for others.
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Katherine Hamilton
Class of '71
[email protected]
Moe Hamilton
Class of 'SN [email protected]
Occupation: English teacher
Family: Son, Kevin, 26 years old
Interests: Reading,Travel, Music
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Motherhood is the
greatest experience I've ever had!
Steve Handwerk
Class of '70
[email protected]
Gregory Harris
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Production Specialist
Family: Married 34 years. Have 5 children and 2 grand kids (one on
the way).
Interests: Fly fishing, running, cycling, drawing and watercolor.
Enjoy being outdoors.
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Laurel Hastings
Class of '70
Richard Hauffe
Class of '71
[email protected]
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Laurie was born on June
7, 1952, in San Francisco. She passed away on Oct. 8, 2010. Laurie
will be remembered always as a joyous spirit with a giving heart
whose family and friends meant the world to her. We will carry her
with us in our hearts forever. Of all the amazing things she was,
above all she was the best Mother a daughter could ask for. She is
survived & missed desperately by her much adored daughter, Sarah
Hastings, her loving partner Leslie Becker along with her sisters and
many other family. Thank you for sharing your wonderful, gracious
life with us, may you now be at peace.
Mary Hawes
Class of '71
[email protected]
Danny Hayes
Class of '69
Occupation: GIS/Electrical Ind. Pwr. & Lgt./Retired
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Interests: Gardening/landscaping, motorcycling, boating and
Mustang Cobras
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Class president Danny
Hayes died of a heart attack. Danny was probably in his mid-30's
when he died.
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Michael Hayes
Class of '71
[email protected]
Diane Herring
Class of '70
Occupation: 39 yr. with Pepsi Cola filler operator
Family: married Aug.10,1973 to Mary Ann Walker
Family: Husband Richard Owens ('69) , daughters Sara and Rachel
Interests: A palomino horse that she adored when she was growing
up, a huge Beatles fan
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Live in Chilhowie, Virginia
Dennis Herzig
Class of 'SN
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Diane was on the drill
team at OHS where we met. She graduated from VA Tech in 1974
with a business degree. She raised her girls Sara & Rachel to be
good Christians & to be as sweet & generous as she was herself.
They were all best friends, just as Diane & her mom were, & did
everything together. Our daughters Sara & Rachel are both nurses
now & I'm sure that she is so proud of their accomplishments. Sara
is the spitting image of her mom in both appearance & personality.
Diane passed July 4th weekend in 1993 from post surgical
complications & is in our hearts & thoughts daily - Richard
Jeanine Hill
Class of '70
[email protected]
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Barbara Hoffman
Class of '71
[email protected]
John Hoffman
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired from Wash Post after 35 yrs
Family: Wife Gerrianne 20yrs, son Frankie, grandson Chase
Interests: Golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf and more
golf!!!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Blessed my mother is still
alive at 82 and hope that's a good sign I have lots more time to
improve my golf game. Made it through the '70 but don't remember
much only that I never ended up in Jail. Life is good!
Karen Hogan
Class of '70
[email protected]
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Hoyt Holcomb
Class of '71
[email protected]
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Cheryl Holdaway
Class of '72
[email protected]
Elaine Holdaway
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Credit Union Manager
Occupation: Finance Director
Family: Husband, 3 children & 3 grandchildren
Family: Married; two daughters; one grandson; one English springer
spaniel
Interests: Church, reading, watching baseball/softball
Interests: Travel; Cooking; Wine; Photography; Art; Spending time
with family & friends
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: To have had the privilege
of watching my children grow and now my grandchildren. They are
all the most remarkable parts of my life experiences.
Paula Hollis
Class of '70
Johnina Holmes
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Artist & Aesthetician
Family: Husband-Grant; Son-Brett & Wife-Desiree; Tyler &
Brooklynn-Grandchildren
Interests: Love the outdoors, gardening, skiing, swimming, hiking
and all artwork
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Paula Hollis Grundset
passed away on April 11, 2008, after a long illness.
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Cathy Hudgins
Class of '71
[email protected]
Lisa Hummel
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Registered Nurse
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Family: Divorced, 1 son, daughter-in-law, and 2 Grandsons 6yr old
and 71/2yr old.
Family: My wonderful immediate family includes my hubby, Bill, and
our boy Bob, the dog.
Interests: I love to exercise at the gym, visit my son and family and
go to the beach.
Interests: Most of my free time is spent doing outdoorsy things with
Bill and Bob.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I was married a few years
and have been divorced forever. My son and his family live in N.C. I
am a nurse and worked for 36 years doing ICU, Mother-Baby
nursing and for now doing Home Health.My most memorable life
experiences include having my son and the birth of my grandsons.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduating from
OHS and a year of college in VA, I headed out to sunny Arizona on
my Triumph motorcycle. Never came back. Finished college in AZ
and began my career in graphic design. Been doing it ever since.
Got married 6 years ago to a great guy. We (including our dog Bob)
spend our spare time hiking, traveling, biking and basically enjoying
life as much as we can.
Kathy Isaacs
Class of '71
[email protected]
Rebecca Jaffers
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Paralegal/Bookkeeper
Family: All my family members, George, together 23 yrs & 3
daughters & 8 grand- kids
Interests: Beaches, Boating, Fishing, Traveling, Plays, Music,
Movies & Dinner Theatres
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After HS I stayed in
Virginia & went to NOVA studied Liberal Arts. Took a trip across to
Seattle, Washington with my sister where our relatives live. While
working for the Pentagon, enrolled in Paralegal school & got my
degree. Worked for the Pentagon & several government agencies
as well as private companies. Worked in Fairfax for a prominent
attorney for 20 yrs. Owed a home in Nags Head for 23 yrs. &
eventually George & I formed our own construction company &
moved to Nags Head. Memorable moments when my sister,
yougest brother & father went to Greece.
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Jim Johnson
Class of '70
[email protected]
Marjorie Johnson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired from Verizon
Occupation: Law Firm Management
Family: Married for 19 years, now divorced. One son & one
daughter.
Family: 4 grown children, 3 granddaughters
Interests: Playing music with my band. Motorcycle riding. Golf.
Traveling.
Interests: People interest me
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Oakton class of '70.
College degree thru night school while working. 32 year career in
telecommunications technology and management. Retired at 51!
Two children who are the delight of my life! Single now, and just
pursuing my interests in retirement. Writing songs and playing music
on the local folk scene with my band. www.HarleyStringBand.com
Riding my motorcycle. Traveling the world.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: In last 10 years -- tent
camping in Europe; teaching English in Czech Republic; helping
after Hurricane Katrina.
David Jones
Class of '71
[email protected]
Deborah Judd
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: New residential construction-Plumbing
Occupation: Senior Account Manager
Family: Married - 3 daughters - 8 grandchildren
Family: One beautiful daughter. I'm much too young to be a
grandmother yet!
Interests: Spending time with my family, woodworking, gardening,
fishing, golf & traveling
Interests: Reading, running and fitness in general.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Drama-free for 40 years! I
feel blessed that things have gone smoothly for such a long time.
Been divorced twice but the 2nd marriage produced my only child
who has made me proud. She graduates college next Spring and will
intern at a State’s Attorney’s office which is what she has worked
towards for many years. I’m lucky to have been in the insurance
industry for most of my working life and hope that holds out a few
more years until retirement. I started running last year to help ward
off those pesky symptoms of aging. Had to stop for a bit but am
determined to get back at it soon. Sorry I missed the reunion!
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Leslie Kachel
Class of '72
[email protected]
Barbara Kanupp
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Master Gardener- business Beds & Borders
Occupation: Retired + aspiring pro photographer
Family: Two kids, Brett & Kristin; grandbaby Jackson; married to
Lance; folks doin great
Family: Married to Jerry Underwood since Sep 84; no children.
Interests: Wine, becoming a oenophile, cooking, books, writing,
gardening, Jackson, music
Interests: Passionate about photography, especially landscapes.
Expanding to portraiture.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Nothing tops having two
wonderful children who've grown into responsible, compassionate,
enthusiastic, moral, hardworking adults...close second is arrival of
first grandchild! Pursuits continue to be aspirations in writing,
discovering new authors, enhancing my ornamental backyard
garden, supporting our troops, meeting new people that share a
passion for wine, cooking, reading, music and maintaining close
relationships with old, treasured friends.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation, I
continued the federal government career that began during my
senior year. That career allowed me to travel to places I never
thought I'd see. The highlight was 6 months spent in Germany with
visits to Paris, London, and Amsterdam. I said goodbye to that
career when I retired in Jan 08 after working for 37 years. Jerry and I
travel as much as possible capturing photographic memories along
the way. Life is good!
Patty Katcham
Class of '72
[email protected]
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Bob Kauflin
Class of '72
[email protected]
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Frank Kauflin
Class of '70
[email protected]
Alison Keefe
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Telco Engineer with AFL Global
Occupation: Senior Mgr, Engineering programs
Family: Married to my sweetheart for 31 years. 5 children and 2
grandchildren.
Family: Partnered
Interests: Family, investing, golf, bike riding.
Interests: Hiking, Biking, Yoga, Cooking, Theater, Reading,
Research, Skating, Dance, et al
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I went to work for C&P of
Virginia / Bell Atlantic/ Verizon right after HS. In 1980 married my
lovely wife and proceded to have 5 great children, 1 daughter and 4
sons. Have supported James Madison, William Paterson, Old
Dominion and next year will start a small contribution to VCU. The
youngest son has a full ride. Retired from Verizon in 2000. Went
back to work as an Engineer for AFL Global about 2 months after
retiring from VZ. Have 3 years until full retirement. God is good.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: If I write all this down,
what will we have to catch up on?
Cheri Kennedy
Class of '70
[email protected]
Leslie Kennedy
Class of '71
Occupation: Management Analyst
Family: Daughter Kelly -26, Son Mike - 29, Life Partner - Jeff
Carnaby
Family: 4 Sons, Patrick, Brian, Tony and Paul
Interests: Reading, volunteer work, movies, friends.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Leslie passed away on
June 5, 2004 at the age of 50. She attended the Univ. of Richmond.
She was a registered nurse at Arlington Hosp. & Amedysis Home
Health in Bradenton. She was a licensed foster care parent who ran
a toddler shelter for the YMCA in Sarasota. Leslie & John Maulfair
('71) were married in April 1973. They had 2 sons, Patrick & Brian.
She moved to Florida in 1980 and continued to give her specialty in
the birth of new life at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. She retired &
started giving care to foster children. She adopted two baby boys
named Tony & Paul.
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Andy Kibler
Class of '72
[email protected]
Lynn Klinkert
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired; work part time--Weight Watchers
Family: Married to Gene (22 yrs), 1 married son, 2 step-sons, 1 stepdaughter
Interests: Church handbell/puppets director, gardening, travel,
biking, cooking, ZUMBA!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Drove/tent camped the
Alaskan Hwy (before paved); lived in Alaska 4 1/2 yrs. Saw Mt
McKinley, fished for salmon in Montana Creek, saw Northern
Lights/glaciers, x-country skied. Had a beautiful son, Christopher in
'81--my joy! Married Gene in '89; honeymooned in Niagara Falls.
Went on a cruise to Key West/Cozumel. Recently went canoeing in
MO. I've been the "Easter Bunny" at church for 6 yrs--arrived by
helicopter, "Prowler" convertible w/police escort, white stretch limo, 2
-seat convertible, bright pink stretch limo and antique tractor. Cancer
Survivor! Great 40-year reunion!
George Komar
Class of '71
Diane Krytusa
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Medical Practice Administrator
Family: Mike & I have two beautiful daughters, Amy Arlene & Ryan
Nicole.
Interests: Golf, racing sailboat, 1/2 marathons, BUNCO grp,
watching Ryan play college golf
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Attended Med College of
GA while Mile served in military. Have had the rewarding pleasure
of working in the field of pediatric ENT/Head & Neck Trauma for the
past 16 years. While Amy was attending UNC/Chapel Hill I was
struck w/ stage 4 lymphoma, w/a 2 week life expectancy; as a result
Amy devoted her career toward pediatric oncology (8 yrs). Ryan
earned a Div. I women's golf scholarship to Stetson Univ & has
traveled on 3 mission trips outside the US. Mike & I have enjoyed
racing our sailboat, golfing & kayaking; enjoying life's gifts. I recently
ran 2 1/2 marathons. I'm cancer free!
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Carol Kulenguski
Class of '71
[email protected]
Lawrence Lachance
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Sales/Marketing - Electronic Security
Family: Single no children - "when my ship comes in...I'll probably be
at the airport."
Interests: Genealogy/Family History, Cooking, Yard Stuff, Travel
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Class of '70
[email protected]
Edward Lee
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Commercial Construction Project Manager
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Robert Lewis
Class of '71
[email protected]
Melanie Line
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Construction superintendent
Family: Married with 4 children and 4 grandchildren
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Nancy Long
Class of '71
[email protected]
Nancy Lozito
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Judicial Asst for Circuit Court Judge
Occupation: I taught grades 1, 2, & 3 for 14 years.
Family: Brooke F. Jones, Austin, Texas and Lauren N. Smith, St.
Augustine, FL
Family: Dad-Frank Lozito Husband-Charlie Kids-Brett,
Lauren,Elizabeth Grandchild Olivia
Interests: Travel, fun and sun at the beach, spending time with
significant other, Pat
Interests: Animal Rights, Archiving Family History, Gardening,
Friends, Fitness
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Having grown up as a
Navy dependent I had the opportunity to live in different countries
and experience different cultures, Spain, Scotland, Chile and Japan.
I returned to Chile several years ago with Pat and had an awesome
visit - old friends, wonderful wines and fantastic food! I have lived in
St. Augustine since 1989 and it truly is a wonderful place to live and
the beaches are great! Pat and I travel to the Keys as often as we
can and last year experienced a plane ride in a 1935 replica Bi-Plane
- all I can say is WOW!!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Born 7-7-53 in Newport,
R.I. JMU Grad '75 Married '78 Still Catholic I've been blessed
with wonderful family & friends. As an Air Force Brat I traveled a lot,
lived in R.I., Holland (3 yrs), Albuquerque & Va. Europe trip summer
of '69. Since losing my Mom in 2003 (still very hard on me) I've been
archiving family history to preserve my family's past. I'm so grateful
that I still have my Dad. I'm very appreciative of family, friends &
good health. I've been a vegetarian since early '96 & am passionate
about Animal Rights. I've had many cats, dogs, horses, birds, etc. It's
a great life!
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Philip Lumsden
Class of '71
Dennis Major
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Senior Software Quality Analyst
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Interests: Amateur radio - it's so much more than your grandfather's
hobby any more.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Phil passed away some
time before the 20th reunion.
Patrick Maloney
Class of '71
[email protected]
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Mary Mantello
Class of '72
[email protected]
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Frances Marchant
Class of '71
[email protected]
Patrick Massey
Class of '70
Occupation: retired teacher after 35 years
Family: Husband-Joel A Robb 2 daughters-Ashlee and Jenna
Interests: reading, cooking, gardening
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Pat passed away at his
home in Fairfax, Va. on July 26, 2011. Beloved son of the late Helen
L. and H. Foster Massey, brother of Harry F. Massey Jr., Norman L.
Massey, Robert M. Massey (Allison), Steven C. Massey (Sandra)
and the late Lois F. Savia. He is also survived by many nieces and
nephews.
Marilyn Matacia
Class of '71
[email protected]
John Maulfair
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: ASE Certified Auto Tech...RETIRED 2009
Family: Single.Was married to Leslie Anne Kennedy. She went
home to Heaven 06/05/04
Interests: Church, Travel, Beach, Security/Self Protection (small
caliber Firearms)
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After Graduation 1971,
married Leslie Anne Kennedy. She produced 2 boys, more
handsome than their father. Moved to Florida in 1980 and still reside
there. Just sold home in Sarasota now have condo in Bradenton,
Florida. Two sons live there and they have a total of 4 children. I
worked in the automotive field most of my life and Leslie Anne was a
Registered Nurse. I now enjoy the fruits of my labor by traveling the
country. I have planned a trip to the Midwest and to New England
this summer. You can reach me on FaceBook or on line at
"[email protected]
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Diane Mc Carthy
Class of '71
[email protected]
Patrick Mc Clafferty
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Marketing Associate, Sysco Virginia
Occupation: Auditor with Department of Commerce
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Family: Two sons and a daughter.
Interests: Baseball, spending time with family, gardening, reading,
Ballroom dance, cooking
Interests: Golf, photography, films, music, dancing, home remodeling
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I graduated from Madison
College, now JMU, and have made Harrisonburg my home ever
since. I have been blessed with an ordinary life with extraordinary
children. My daughter graduated from JMU and now lives in South
Carolina. My son is playing baseball at Bridgewater College,
finishing up his third year. I cannot believe how quickly the years
have flown by!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated from VPI-----CPA and Certified Internal Auditor------Coached in Reston Boy's
Basketball League for 10 years------Travelled to 35 of the 50 states-----Currently writing a book on dating over 50------Have raised 5 dogs-----Have collected about 1,500 jazz and pop CDs------Haven't given
up the idea of becoming a film director
James Mc Grath
Class of '71
[email protected]
Linda Mc Intyre
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired Business Systems Analyst
Family: Husband Ron Garratt, 2 daughters: Laura (26) and Becca
(21).
Interests: Gardening, travel, reading, walking, volunteering time
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Moved to California in
1981. Settled in Palo Alto. Worked for Stanford Univ in various IT
positions for 28 yrs, where I had flexibility to work part-time when my
kids were growing up. Retired 2 years ago, but I go back to work on
special projects from time to time. I'm a breast cancer survivor of 12
years and now spend an afternoon each week volunteering at
Stanford's Cancer Center. Have done a lot of travel over the years
and looking forward to doing a lot more now that we are empty
nesters and husband is retiring soon. Hoping to do some intensive
language study in French and Spanish. Loved the reunion!
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Brian Mccarron
Class of '70
[email protected]
Jeanne Mccauley
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Business Development, Northrop Grumman
Family: Married to Lou Nistler. Two children, Rick and Alicia.
Interests: Family and annual trips to Sunset Beach
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Active in the community
and busy at work. Hope to enjoy many years of chasing
grandchildren.
Donnella Mcgreer
Class of '70
[email protected]
John Mcnair
Class of '69
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: John passed away from
heart problems.
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Vicki Merkling
Class of '72
[email protected]
Frank Miller
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: CEO of Consulting Firm
Occupation: V.P. of Odd Jobs
Family: Married to Mark TaralloTwo sons: Brian and Michael
Family: Married to Jane 20 years, son Luke 15 years old
Interests: Painting, growing wine grapes, making wine.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My wedding, raising my
sons, witnessing the birth of my first granddaughter, traveling the
world, selling my company.
Jeanne Miller
Class of '71
[email protected]
Joyce Miller
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Professional Gad About
Family: Married to Chuck Spofford for almost 25 years.
Interests: Chuck & I are about to go on a six to eight month sailing
trip from Annapolis to
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Julianne Miller
Class of '70
[email protected]
Marilyn Molinas
Class of '71
Occupation: Retired, US Govt Accountability Office
Family: Married to Bill Gerkens, one daughter Katie, one grandson
Liam
Interests: Antiquing, travel, movies, grannynanny to Liam,
beachcombing, jewelry making
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I worked for 35 years for
GAO in areas such as national defense and security, foreign
agricultural marketing, and international affairs. This work provided
me the opportunity to travel throughout Europe, New Zealand,
Australia, Canada, Mexico, South America, and Hawaii. Upon
retiring, I have been able to spend more time at our beach condo in
Ocean City and with family and friends. For several years I have
been a "Behavior Watch" volunteer at the National Zoo, working in
the Panda House as a camera operator, assisting at zoo events, and
providing information to visitors.Go Cougars Class of 1970!
Barbara Molster
Class of '71
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Marilyn Molinas died from
cancer shortly after the 30th reunion in 2001 which she attended with
her husband. She was living in San Diego, California.
Frank Moniz
Class of '70
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Frank passed away two
years ago from a melanoma. It was sudden and happened very
quickly. He was gone within a month of diagnosis and is buried in
Pensacola, Florida.
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John Moniz
Class of '71
[email protected]
Katherine Moran
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Airline Dispatcher/United Airlines
Occupation: Full disability : ( Back in to art : )
Family: Wife and four children
Family: My son, Tommy is now 30. Grandkids: Ian is 4; Olivia is 2 &
1 due in Feb.! : )
Interests: Flying, Mountain climbing, travel
Interests: Life, art, photography, writing, reading, swimming, animals.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After high school, I
attended Rhode Island College for 5 years and graduated in 1976. I
coached basketball teams and worked in the social services until
1984 when I joined People Express Airlines in Newark NJ. I worked
there for 3 years and then moved to Housron, TX where I live now. I
have had the opportunity to climb Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp
and hike and explore around the world. I am a licensed, commercial
pilot and flight instructor. My wife of 5 years is a stay-at-home Mom
busy raising 4 children.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My time with Secret
Service was the best job. My yrs. with my son were the best years.
Memories are many. Looking forward to the next 40 yrs.
Sharon Morris
Class of '71
[email protected]
Joseph Mott
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Director, FL Intntl Univ Victim Adv Ctr
Occupation: Attorney
Family: Husband: Bill (29 yrs) : ) lawyerDaughter: Melanie, 27,
work:primate sanctuary
Family: Wife Sharon Burnham, three sons, one daughter, one
grandson.
Interests: Social policy; child welfare; winesinging; snow ski;
mountain hike; party plan
Interests: Auto restoration and collection, sports, international rule of
law work.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Many wonderful times;
many challenging times! I have learned that I do not know; which
keeps me curious.I have watched the sun set below the beach
horizon, waiting for the precise moment of darkness; yet found that
there is always light.I have discovered that the canyons carved by
pain and sorrow are also the source from which my joy has flowed.
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John Mountjoy
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired (United Slackers Inc.)
William Mountjoy
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Chief Information Officer at the AFL-CIO
Family: DeNese & I have a Daughter, Shelley, my parents live local
& in FL @ 96 and 84
Interests: Family, friends, water ski/wake board, power boat, inst
pilot, ride a harley.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Recently retired after 30+
years in technology-10 at PBS and 20 at the AFL-CIO. So I’m done
and now its time to play/travel. Blessed my folks still alive, live in the
same house in Fairfax after 58 years, and both still drive.
Grandmother passed at 105, great uncle at 105. So, I’m just now Ting off the 11th hole on the back 9 and hope I have 40+ years left for
fun. Water ski/wake board early mornings May-Sept and live just
south of Mt Vernon in a house we built 10 years ago on property
close to where I used to skip school Sr year and go water skiing. I’ve
gone full circle, life's not bad.
Karen Mudrinich
Class of '72
[email protected]
Belinda Nielsen
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired from Federal Service
Occupation: Communications, mental health agency
Family: Married. Two sons, 23 and 19.
Family: Married John Buescher in 1978. Two children, Dan (b.'84)
and Virginia (b.'88).
Interests: Travel, running, books, movies, getting together with
friends
Interests: Walking, gym workouts, singing, traveling, reading, writing.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: 1976 - Graduated
VPI&SU majors: Business, Public Admin1978 - Hired at IRS - 19
years there. Info Systems mid management1996 - Hired at Dept. of
Justice. Info Systems senior management.Traveled all over the
world with husband and family.Retired in 2010 after 33 years of gov't
work.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: With Jeanne Carter
(Oakton 72) founded UVA Women's Chorus in 1975; sang with them
again in 2005. Studied for a year at University of Madrid. Met and
married John Buescher. Taught English together in Japan. New
Year's in Kamakura. Traveled to Tunisia, South America, New
Zealand, India, Europe, El Salvador. Worked in US Senate.
Founded a book club that has met monthly for over 25 years. This
summer (2011) BOTH of our children were married - one in June,
the other in August. Fond memories of Oakton years
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Debbie Noll
Class of '72
[email protected]
Richard Owens
Class of '69
[email protected]
Occupation: homemaker
Occupation: Radiographer
Family: Married 33 years to Steve. We have 3 children: Jay, Cara
(husband Mike) and Wes
Family: Sara 29, Rachel 27, Stepchildren Tiffany 34, Joseph 31,
Samantha 29
Interests: volunteering, gardening, traveling, sports and crafts
Interests: Skeet shooting, motorcycling, antique cars, bowling
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My life is so blessed!
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated OHS in 1969,
Xray school at Washington Hospital Center 1974, married Diane
Herring 1976. Worked at GWU Hospital 1978-1993, Chief of Special
Procedures. Married Janie Wells Stephens 1995. Played softball and
basketball till 50 yrs of age. Shoot skeet competatively since the age
of 16. Purchased my dream MC (Harley) in 2005. Collected 4
antique vehicles, 35 ford sedan, 40 ford p/u, 57 T-Bird, and 37
Chevy truck.
George Palmer
Class of '71
[email protected]
Mary Parrish
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired marketing consultant
Family: No kids. One rescue dog, 4 rescue cats and 2 rescue
horses.
Interests: Riding and driving horses, quilting and travel.
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Robert Pastoor
Class of '71
[email protected]
Sue Pittman
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: VP for Student Life , Marietta College
Family: Married 26 years, to Ann Marie Lynch, Thomas - 20, Tully 15, and Marijka 12
Interests: Working at a college and my family keep me pretty busy.
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Linda Place
Class of '70
Stanley Poston
Class of '69
Family: OHS sweetheart & wife Janet Stangohr ('70) 35 + yrs. 4
children, 3 grandsons
Interests: gardening and farming
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Linda passed away in
March 2010.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Stanley Eugene Poston,
58, of Westpoint, Tennessee, went home to be with our Lord and
Savior on Saturday, July 24, 2010, at home surrounded by loving
family. He died from a glioblastoma (brain tumor). Stan served as a
Special Agent/Investigator in his career that spanned several
agencies within the U.S. Government. He retired in 2004, &
continued to work as a Government Contractor, conducting
background investigations. Stan was a true agrarian & enjoyed
spending time on the small family farm in Westpoint. Stan was loved
by many; fond memories will remain by all whose lives he touched.
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Wayne Pullen
Class of '69
[email protected]
Occupation: FCPS Director of Design & Construction
Stephen Quinlan
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: CEO Construction Company
Family: 2 Children (38 & 36), 3 Grandchildren (7, 5, & 1)
Interests: Hunting, Farming
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Married 40 yrs. to h.s.
sweetheart Linda Birtles.
Michael Ragland
Class of '71
[email protected]
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Tucson, Arizona
Manuel Ramos
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Lawyer who sues lawyers
Family: Four wonderful children
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: What returning to Cuba,
mostly living in San Diego, a border town, & traveling to over 50
countries in the world, and all 50 states, has taught me is that we all
need to respect each others differences: culture, traditions, political
systems, languages and ways of doings things. Sadly, I think our
generation had and blew a great opportunity to change our country
and the world for the better. We are leaving our kids a country and
world worse off. Hopefully, our children will learn from our mistakes.
The optimism and idealism I had in high school, however, still,
somehow, still remains.
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William Redden
Class of '71
[email protected]
William Ritchie
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Clerk of Court/Executive Officer
Occupation: IT Project Manager
Family: 2 daughters: college sophomore & high school senior. Live in
Richmond, VA area
Family: Married 1980 to Jane Claire Canham. Reside Raleigh, NC.
Daughter Sara Page (28).
Interests: Hiking; reading (histories, bios and some SCI FI);
backgammon; committee work
Interests: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Family - Friends - Serving
others. The Beach.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I've worked with the
Federal Judiciary since graduating from law school-all w/i its
Bankruptcy (BK) System, as a: judge's law clerk, BK estate
administrator, staff attorney, BK Judges Division assistant chief, &
clerk of court/executive officer in 2 Federal judicial districts (at
Richmond, VA now). I'm a member of the VA & FL state bars & work
-related committees/groups. I've done a fair amount of work-related
travel in the US. I've been involved in my daughters'
school/community co- and extra-curricular activities-a nice thing. If
you're in Richmond & have time to reminisce, e-mail me.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Mosby Woods, Sidney
Lanier, FHS, OHS, OC-MD. Giant Food. Virginia Tech, 1975. How
'bout them Hokies! - FIJI. IT business - DC - K Street, Tysons,
Federal contracting, CACI, Inc. - Great Falls, Va. 1986 to 1996. Raleigh, NC 1996 to present. Keane, Inc. - NCDOT - IT Consultant.
Semi-retired. - Jane has been a pre-school teacher for over 20
years. Topsail Beach, NC. - Sunrises, sunsets, hurricanes, parties.
Patty F. jlr. LW. FM. KS. SQ. MS. DG. NL. DW. KG. BR. BD. SC.
RB. KT. JV. KK. SK. > MB. BM. >Thx. KB. PS. JH. JM. RE. LH. MR.
SM. Surely some I've forgotten. We were all terrific kids! Love2all.
Richard Roesch
Class of '71
[email protected]
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Riva Roland
Class of '69
[email protected]
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Dawn Roseberry
Class of '72
[email protected]
Jennifer Roseberry
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Logistics Manager
Occupation: Director of Acctg for non-profit org
Family: 2 sons, 1 daughter
Family: 6 fabulous nieces and nephews ranging from 21 to 33 & 4
(oops!)
Interests: Running, traveling, biking, cooking, kids, work, reading,
fashion, friends
Interests: birding/wildflowers/trees/ecology/conservation; family
history/genealogy
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Most memorable has
been raising my 3 awesome children Caleb who currently works in
the Middle East; Samuel married to Rachael and making me a
Grandma this Feb; Carson who is in her senior year at GWU. I have
been acting as Grandma to my 4 yr old nephew Evan since his birth.
Ran my first 1/2 marathon last year and am currently in training for
the Marine Corps Marathon this Oct. I have spent most of my career
as contractor working in program management for a major Navy
weapon system. Departed my almost 30 year marriage 8 months
ago.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: 1970- to Va Tech; 1972 dropped out; stayed with uncle in Guadalajara, Mexico; 1973 –
married my HS sweetheart; 1974 – quit job to travel around the
country for a year (jobs were bad, Nixon was president, and parking
at our apartment was lousy!) 1975 – returned to college nights;
finished on the 7-year plan. Earned my CPA while working as an
auditor; later opened my own business. Divorced a couple of times
in there somewhere. Now working in the not-for-profit world. Board
Treasurer of regional Audubon Naturalist Society. Always taking
classes to learn more about our native flora and faun
Jeannette Rupard
Class of '71
[email protected]
Adrie Sardonia
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Academic Assistant - Strayer University
Occupation: Communications Director, Federal agency
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Family: Husband (36 years!); one daughter; one son
Interests: Love to read mystery/suspense novels. Love OBX!
Interests: Washington Nationals, Washington Capitals, reading,
softball, and family
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Raised two great kids with
my best friend while working full time. We've had the highs and
lows that come with life but all in all, life has been good!
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John Schrotel
Class of '71
[email protected]
Mark Schuler
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Pres/CEO of J Howard Productions LLC
Occupation: CFO, B3 Solutions, Alexandria, VA
Family: Married 35 wonderful years, 4 sons.
Family: Wife, Kimberly Daughter, Morgan
Interests: Music and lots of it. Still play my guitar, drums not so much
anymore.
Interests: golf, skiing
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After VA Tech I start a
banking career in lending, principally making small business loans to
growing companies in the DC Metro area. Started a musical
entertainment company, trading as DJs 2 GO, about 12 years ago.
Weddings are our specialty. I will always remember the band
exchange trips and contests, and have passed along many of the
stories to my musical sons (all 4 were in high school band and 2 are
career musicians).
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: completing the Marine
Corp Marathon
Michael Schwalje
Class of '71
[email protected]
John Scurto
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Area Service Manager, Siemens Healthcare
Occupation: Reston Community Center
Family: Married to Lynn for 35 years; sons Alexander and Nathaniel
Family: Wife Trisha Lane (OHS '76), Monty and Maria (canines).
Interests: Photography, classical music, traveling
Interests: Outdoor stuff, photos, golf, competitive eating, music,
walks on the beach.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I earned my Bachelor of
Science and Master of Electrical Engineering degrees from Cornell
University. After I finished school, I married my Oakton sweetheart,
Lynn, and started working for Siemens. We live in Davidsonville,
MD.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Went to Graceland when
Elvis died. That's the only memorable thing I've ever done, and I
forgot that... Life's been good to me so far!
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Robert Scurto
Class of '72
[email protected]
Philip Semsch
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Home Remodeling
Family: Divorced, One Daughter 27 years
Interests: Road Trips, Pool, Family and Friends
Heather Sheridan
Class of '71
[email protected]
Tom Shipley
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Director of Environmental Services
Occupation: Retired CIA officer
Family: Brothers: Michael & Chris, 5 dogs. My pet pig, Pete passed
away last winter.
Family: Married to Kathy. Have a son and daughter and two
grandchildren.
Interests: Photography, painting, kayaking, traveling, reading, bike
riding, hiking.
Interests: Hunting, fishing, and golf
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduating from
ODU with a BS in Biology, I moved to Bethany Beach. Drove
throughout Central America for 3 months, living in a van.
Throughout the years, have had many wonderful trips, many of them
sailing adventures. Greece, China, Grenadines, BVI's, British
Columbia, Mexico, Saint Lucia. I have worked for Sussex County
Delaware since 1976. I am responsible for the operation and
maintenance of the water (2) and wastewater facilities (4). I have 90
employees under my supervision. I was fortunate to find a science
job at the beach. Plus I can bring my dogs to work! I would like to
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated from George
Mason University and later got a masters degree at the University of
Colorado. Spent 33 years working for the CIA and to do consulting
work. Wrote and published a novel and now spend most of my time
playing golf.
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Karen Shriver
Class of '71
[email protected]
Carla Simpson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Art Director/Designer for film & tv
Family: Married to Mike Donelan in Maui 5 years ago Nov. Two
beautiful daughters 23, 26
Family: Daughter, Jeni Yanez, 21 years old. Mom, Norma, 91 years
young.
Interests: Learning golf-Mike is a golf instructor. Think I am his worst
student ever!
Interests: Tugboats, elegant architecture, museums, Europe, Coney
Island & NYC.
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Carla (CJ) was involved
w/ theater design while a student at Oakton. She went on to study
theatrical design at VCU and in 1979 moved to New York City to
attend graduate school at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. CJ has
worked on Broadway, off-Broadway, soap operas, daily & nightly
news, television movies, episodic television and feature films. She
was Art Director for "Law & Order" for it’s last fourteen seasons.
Currently she is Art Director for the new CBS episodic drama
"Person of Interest". Her daughter Jeni attends the California
Culinary Institute in San Francisco.
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Dian Simpson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Russell Skiba
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Career Development Coordinator (CDC)
Occupation: Professor
Family: Married to Joe Carr since 1988. Two sweet kitties: Duncan,
15, & Kelsey, 14.
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Interests: Golf, Jazzercise, walking, seeing old friends & laughing!
Interests: Coaching girls' softball, 19th century whaling, blues and
british invasion music
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: B.S. VT '75. M.B.A ETSU
'81. Ph.D. Leadership Studies, 2009. I was in sales for almost 20 yrs
& taught college 4 yrs. I had thyroid cancer in '98 & had problems
later which caused me to be disabled for over a year 2002-2003. I
recovered (including being able to walk again), & have been with
Guiford County School Sysyem since 8/03. I taught marketing &
entrepreneurship for 7 years; this is my 2nd yr as a CDC, which
supports Career & Technical Education (CTE) students. Joe is 5 yrs
older & is retired. Least I have my summers off with him! Hope to
honor reunion golf rain check in 2012! Attended Joe's 45th, Wilson
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Russ Skiba is currently a
Professor in School Psychology at Indiana University, and Director of
the Equity Project, conducting research on equity in special
education and school discipline. He was a member and lead author
of the American Psychological Association’s Zero Tolerance Task
Force and was awarded the Push for Excellence Award by the
Rainbow Coalition/Operation PUSH for his work on African American
disproportionality in school suspension. He has testified before the
United States Civil Rights Commission, and spoken before both
Houses of Congress on issues of of school discipline
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Michael Slusher
Class of '70
Albert Smith
Class of '71
[email protected]
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I'm posting this for all of
you who have been keeping in touch with Michael Slusher. He lost
his battle with cancer on Monday morning 10-24-2011. He fought
with grace and courage to the end. He is now at peace and in a
better place. I was holding his hand when he passed away and his
children were here. Mike had 3 great children, one grandchild and
was a child advocate in Pottstown, PA. lf you would like to contact
me you can reach me on facebook at eileen dolan -slusher. He now
begins a new journey.
Daniel Smith
Class of '71
[email protected]
Craig Sollom
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Country Club Management
Family: Daughter Sara (19), lives in Fla.-sister Peggy and brother
Steve still in No. Va
Interests: Play as much golf as possible, as well as possible, yet to
break 80, someday !
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Artfully dodged the
institution of marriage until I was 57, then, in walked Patty, the love
of my life...just goes to show you...never say never !! Life is
GRAND !!
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Bob Sowers
Class of '70
[email protected]
Janet Stangohr
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Teacher
Family: Married Stan Poston (class of '69). Four children. Three
grandchildren.
Interests: Teaching, gardening, hiking, water sports, scrabble.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Met my husband-to-be
(Stan) at age 15 while at Oakton HS. Graduated from James
Madison with a degree in education. Married in 1974. Completed a
Master's degree, George Mason Univ., 1980. Due to job transfers,
moved several times and lived in seven states ( in the east and
Wyoming). Taught in numerous schools (grades 3 - 8). Currently
living in Westpoint, Tennessee. My beloved husband, best friend,
and soul mate passed away from a brain tumor July, 2010. Life has
not been the same without him. Fortunately, all four of my grown
children live relatively close by.
Jerry Stangohr
Class of '72
[email protected]
Brenda Stanton
Class of '70
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Brenda "Bobbie" Stanton
was married to classmate Bob Craig. She passed away a few years
ago from cancer.
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Brian Starck
Class of '71
[email protected]
Kenneth Steere
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Retail Manager Lowes HIW
Occupation: Manager
Family: Married on Sept 6 1980. 3 daughters, 1 son and as of oct
15 ...10 grandkids
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Interests: Music, woodworking and chasing grandkids around.
Interests: Kids activities drive most everything
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After 5 years at Bambinos
Pizza I went to work w/Hechingers and got the home improvement
itch. I married Susie and we moved to Phx Az where I went to work
for a lumber co. and was general mgr of 4 lumberyards between
1983 and 2000. In 2k I joined Lowes and have been there since. We
live in the desert and have had a rattlesnake in our bedroom. We
love Phx! It was great seeing everyone!
Robert Stephens
Class of '71
Rebecca Stephenson
Class of '71
[email protected]
Family: Wife Janie Wells, children Tiffany, Samantha and Joseph
Interests: Music, was drummer in the band - The New York Public
Library
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Robert Luke Stephens
and I rode the bus & went to Luther Jackson then to OHS. At a
pool/bday party in Sept of ‘68 for Luke he was pushed into the pool &
I ran over to help him. By end of Sept we were going steady! Luke’s
brother Mark played base guitar & Luke was a cool drummer! Their
band "New York Public Library" played locally. Luke LIVED for music
& his son inherited his same traits. Joseph taught himself to play on
his dad's drums. Luke died in March of '82 and would have been 28.
Joe was 2, Tiff 4 & Sam was due in May. He died from a grand mal
seizure during his sleep - Janie Wells Owens
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Beverly Stevenson
Class of '70
[email protected]
Brad Streeter
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired Fairfax County IT
Family: Ryan, sonCeleste, daughter
Maureen Studt
Class of '71
Robert Swan
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Infomation Technology
Family: Husband Don Showalter (also class of '71) and two children,
Shane and Dana
Family: Married 28 years, 2 great Kids
Interests: Seeing my old friends....music, gardening, home
improvement
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Maureen Studt Showalter,
43, who was born in Washington and raised in Arlington and Vienna,
died of cancer May 10th at her home in Enterprise, Alabama. She
was a graduate of Oakton High School who attended Enterprise
State Junior College and Troy State College in Alabama. She
accompanied her husband to Army posts in Germany and the United
States.
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Ann Talley
Class of '69
[email protected]
James Talley
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Roof Consultant
Family: Diane - Married 27 Years - Three Daughters - Three Grand
Children
Interests: Fishing - NASCAR - Hearing and Telling Jokes
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: It's been a wild ride since
graduating high school. I look forward to having the opportunity to
discuss the particulars in person..............Let's Rock!!!!!!
Mark Tarallo
Class of '72
[email protected]
Butch Taylor
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: EVP of Consulting Form
Occupation: courier Federal Express
Family: Married to Vicki MerklingTwo sons: Brian & Michael
Family: wife, Ruthie, 9 cats, one dog
Interests: music, photography, travel, magic
Interests: softball, golf, reading, biking, metal detecting, Redskins,
Yankees, VT Hokies
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My wedding day, raising
my sons, witnessing the birth of my first granddaughter, traveling the
world with Vicki. 20 years as a musician with the U.S. Air Force Band
in DC, performing at the White House, performing for UN troops in
Bosnia (1997), 4th of July in China.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated with B. S.
Business, Va. Tech, lived in Christiansburg, Va., moved to Culloden,
W.V., then to Memphis, Tn., then Birmingham, Al., then back to
Christiansburg, Va., married for the third time to Ruth. live in an old
farmhouse built in 1921, which we have renovated. We have a huge
vegetable garden that we water from the creek which runs in front of
the house. We live in the country but are 15 minutes from the mall.
Living in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg area is one of America's best
kept secrets.
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Robert Taylor
Class of '72
[email protected]
Stuart Thayer
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Attorney, Law Offices of Robert Taylor
Family: Wife: Paula Bailey; daughters: Alexandra B. Taylor; Jane
Malone Taylor (d'cd).
Interests: Sailing, movies, Freakanomics, Things You Should Know
Podcast.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: B.A. University of New
Hampshire (1976); 1976 full year matriculated student at Universitat
Salzburg, Austria; 1979 Juris Doctorate University of Syracuse Law
School; 1979 District of Columbia Bar; 1980-1986 Associate Ashcraft
& Gerel; 1986 to present - solo practice, Law Offices of Robert
Taylor in Washington, DC, representing Federal employees in
workers' compensation claims.Married good Irish lass, Paula Bailey,
1983; daughters Alexandra Taylor born 9/9/1984-- now a fashion
designer with Ralph Lauren in NYC; Jane Malone Taylor born
6/6/1986 died Sept. 20, 1990 - miss her every day. Best wishes to all
Gregory Thompson
Class of '69
Robert Thompson
Class of '71
Family: Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Addison W. Thompson
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Bobby died at age 35,
Thurs., Aug.4, 1988 at Fairfax Hospital. Dear Bill, Thank you for
calling us about Bobby and letting us know about the Memorial page
for the class of '71. Bobby went to Birmingham Southern Coll. &
Univ. of Alabama after graduation from Oakton, he studied theater
and loved meeting people was one of his favorite things. Bobby
loved to travel all over the world-he had a great time in the summers
during his college years, he became very interested in hotel
management. We miss him so very much and thank all who
befriended him. God Bless All of Class of '71 - Mr & Mrs Thompson
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William Thompson
Class of '71
Class of '69
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Billy (Bones) passed
away on the operating table during a routine shoulder operation
before our 20th reunion. Billy's wife, a graduate from Woodson High
School, class of 1973, later died in a car accident while riding with
friends from Woodson one Sunday afternoon in the Blue Ridge
mountains. They had a son.
Mark Vavrick
Class of '70
Gary Totman
[email protected]
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Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Gary died suddenly from
a congenital heart problem that he had dealt with in his adult years.
Carl Verboncoeur
Class of '70
[email protected]
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Mark Violette
Class of '71
Linda Ward
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Management Analyst
Family: Husband - David, Sons - Benjamin and Thomas
Interests: Visiting historical places, learning about our past and
looking to the future.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation, I
attended George Mason University, before beginning a career with
Fairfax County Government, and now am looking forward to
retirement. My memorable life experiences are of participating in my
sons' lives and observing their change from children to adults. Some
of my most enjoyable times have been while on annual vacations
with my family to Disney World, and visits to historical locations in
Virginia, especially Williamsburg. I am looking forward to the future
and making more memorable life experiences.
Susan Ward
Class of '71
[email protected]
Gaylord Wargo
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Engineer/Project Manager
Family: Married to Tim Clarke for 27 years; 2 children-Alex (26) and
Dana (17)
Interests: gardening, traveling, visiting friends, biking, boating, hiking,
camping, beach
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: BS from Virginia Tech
1975, moved to VaBeach in 1977, BS from ODU 1983, worked for
private industry 6 years, worked at Navy for 21 years, Army Corps of
Engineers for 1.5 years, lived in Naples, Italy for 5 yrs as a civilian
working for the Navy, traveled all over Europe, Australia, South
America, currently Project Manager at Army Corps for DLA Facility in
Richmond but live in Virginia Beach, son Alex is attending Virginia
Tech, daughter Dana is Senior at Kempsville High School, have
friends all over the world. It's a great life!
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Janie Wells
Class of '71
[email protected]
Steve Wells
Class of '70
Occupation: New Patient Financial Coordinator
Family: Three children 34,31,29 Two step daughters 29,27Two
grandchildren 7 and 4
Interests: skeet shooting and camping
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Bobby White
Class of '71
[email protected]
Deborah White
Class of '69
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Debbie passed away
several years ago from cancer. She and her husband had gone to
the Class of 1969's 20th reunion.
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Thomas White
Class of '71
[email protected]
Pamela Whitecotton
Class of '71
Interests: Member of the Daughters of America
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Pamela Irene
Whitecotton, 53, a specialist in direct-mail and direct-marketing
methods, largely for conservative causes, died Feb. 21, 2007. She
was born in Stuttgart, Germany, where her father was stationed in
the Army. She graduated from the old Washington School for
Secretaries in 1972. She began her career at Eberle Associates in
the early 1970's. In 1977, she joined the Viguerie Co. She managed
production services for national clients, including the National
Conservative PAC. She also worked for Response Marketing
Association, Richard Norman Co. & the Air Treatment Co.
Arthur Whitney
Class of '71
Leslie Whitney
Class of '70
Occupation: Heavy equipment operator, Fairfax County
Occupation: Solid Waste Engineer, Fairfax County VA
Family: Two children, Arthur Jr. & Tyra
Family: Two children, Candice & Jinette
Interests: Sports (mainly basketball), fast cars and music
Interests: Sports, music, dancing, model auto mechanics
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Retired after 20 years
working at Fairfax County. The Whitney family was originally from
Falls Church but moved to Javier Road just off Arlington Boulevard
across from the Elks lodge. Seven Whitneys graduated from
Oakton High between 1970 and 1979.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Leslie went to Hampton
University after OHS, worked for Fairfax County for 30 years and
retired. Leslie sadly passed away in 2006 from prostate cancer. He
had 6 other siblings who graduated from Oakton – Arthur ‘71,
Pamela ‘74, Eddie ‘76, Rhonda ‘78, Emmett ‘80 and Duane ‘81.
Emmett also passed in 1986 in a tragic boating accident on a
camping trip on the Shenandoah River. Emmett and 3 others were
boating when the boat capsized. His friend swam to shore for help
while Emmett helped the friend’s mother and son to safety. Sadly,
Emmett was swept under water by the currents and drowned.
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Burt Whitt
Class of '70
[email protected]
Duane Whitt
Class of '71
[email protected]
Occupation: Federal Service, Financial Systems Work
Family: Wife - Donna (28 years) , 2 girls (Mandy - 23 and Kristen 22)
Interests: Golf, Home Improvement Projects. Wood work. Hockey.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After HS, I attended Elon
College in NC and eventually went on to graduate school at George
Mason. I live in Vienna - across the street from VAC Swim Club off
Marshall Road. I married Donna in 1983. Our first home was in the
town house community adjacent to the Vienna Metro. We moved to
Rockvile, MD in 1989. We really missed NVA and moved back to
Vienna in 1996. Along the way we had two daughters. Both are
college grads now. My older girl Mandy is working and Kristen is
attending UVA Law School. Career wise, I work for the Department
of Defense and was appointed to the SES ranks in 2007.Last
Sharon Wiley
Class of '71
Lynn Williams
Class of '72
[email protected]
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Jeff Wilson
Class of '72
[email protected]
Mary Witul
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired from Human Resources
Family: 1 daughter plus 3 grandkids, 4 sisters
Interests: Volunteering, reading, sewing, knitting, yoga; enjoying my
Collie.
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Probably am one of the
few people to retire back to Pittsburgh, PA, which is my adopted
home. Have lived in warmer climates but not any place that's better
for closeness and community. Go Steelers!!!
Gary Wolfe
Class of '71
[email protected]
Sally Wood
Class of '72
[email protected]
Occupation: Musician - Trumpet/Flugelhorn
Family: Me, my wife Pat and our two cats.
Interests: Music, motorcycles, cars, hm imprvmt, travel, news/world
events, other guy stuff
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I mostly hung with other
band folks in high school so most activities revolved around that.
Was listening to jazz when everybody else was listening to the
Beatles, The Who, The Stones, etc. Now I like playing jazz and
listening to "classic rock." I didn't plan to make a career out of music,
but it happened when I joined the Navy as a musician in 1971 so I
wouldn't be drafted and it turned into a successful 30 year career.
Now retired from the Navy I freelance in and around the
DC/Baltimore/Annapolis markets with my brother Steve (tenor sax,
OHS '74). Anybody else OHS '69-'74 end up in music?
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Stephen Woodard
Class of '71
[email protected]
Chris Worth
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Real Estate Dev., Charter Captain USCG
Occupation: Recruiter
Family: Married, Elaine and son Stephen recent graduate of Marshall
Univ., GO HERD
Family: Son Jeff, 23
Interests: Golf, Boating, Pilot, Member of PCA, Porsche Driving
Club,Rocky Mountain Skiing,
Interests: Modern art & architecture - Sarasota was an artists' colony
and is an arts mecca
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Too few characters,
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I moved to Sarasota,
Florida 5 years ago, semi-retiring from a health consulting firm in
Tysons Corner, Virginia where I worked for 25 years and left as VP
and part owner. Still working for the company as a recruiter part-time
and loving life in the sunshine close to the most beautiful beach in
the USA! A number of OHS alumni live here or near....come visit
and we can have a mini-reunion any time!
David Wright
Class of '71
[email protected]
Judy Wright
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Retired early... former pharmacist
Family: Daughter, Erin Wright Arkins, who is due to made me a
grandmother Oct. 17th
Interests: traveling/cruising, playing tennis, bridge, fishing
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My parents moved from
the DC area to FL in '72 while I was in college and I lost touch with
classmates over time. Got an education degree from East Carolina
University in '74 and taught in FL, met my husband and transferred
to Houston with his job '77. Taught then sold real estate until the
Houston ecomony went belly up in the early 80's. Returned to
college for a pharmacy degree ('87) and moved back to FL '88. I
divorced in '03 (do-it-yourself) and still remain good friends with ex. I
'retired' in '06 after working or in school all my life. Missed reunion
due to a cruise :(407-294-1728
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Debra Wuttke
Class of '71
[email protected]
Linda Zean
Class of '70
[email protected]
Occupation: Critical care nursing for 25 yrs retired
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Joseph Zelibor
Class of '71
Occupation: Microbiologist
Family: Wife Maureen, two sons from his 1st marriage, Joseph &
Jason
Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Joseph L. Zelibor Jr., died
October 16, 1998 at age 44 from injuries from an Oct. 9 motorcycle
accident (on Rt 66 by Mosby Woods). He received an associate's
degree in biology at NOVA in 1974, bachelor's degreee in
microbiology from Purdue University in 1976, microbiology doctorate
from the Univ. of Maryland in 1988. He held several patents and was
the author of technical works. Over the years, Dr. Zelibor was a
consultant to both private and government organizations, including
the International Centre for Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology at
Trieste, Italy.
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