Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

classmates: It is  with deep sadness that I report that Michael Hellenthal passed away today in Quincy, Illinois! I'm attaching a Facebook post which for now is all the information that I have! I do know that Mike suffered for years with cancer! When I have more information I will be back on the message forum! May he Rest In Peace!

Martha Waters (Krueger)

I finally got back into this site. I've not been able to get on 4 a long time even though I would try for new passwords so finally I emailed Sharon and she was able to help me and get a new password. I remember Mike. It sounds like he had a fulfilling life. That is good. God bless his family and comfort them.

Even though my life and volunteering slowed way down since the fear and flu came into the picture I am glad I live out in the country so that I can walk two miles everyday on the gravel road. And I don't mind having people come visit me on the porch or visit them on their porch. The county I live in has had 10 cases, all recuperated, praise God.

I keep check on Lee county and it also has been quite low. I feel sorry for the people that live in large or medium large cities. This is a new experience for all of us and makes the future seem not as secure as it once was feeling but that is okay because then we learn to think differently and about life and about death more seriously.

After watching one news cast the second day after things closed down everywhere, I decided not to watch any more news because the fear the news people were throwing out of the television set was tremendous. I think I know why they have to be so negative.  It sells more commercials and watchers but it sure isn't good for people's mental stability.  Martha

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

The following is the obituary and story of Michael Hellenthal of the FMHS Class of 1961 who passed away in Quincy on May 10, 2020!

Patsy Cordray (VanPelt)

My heart is heavy learning of the passing of Mike!  Moving to FM in 6th grade we were family friends living on Ave. M, same as Mike!  In the past few years we've been messaging and reminiscing about the good fun times!  You'll be missed but have left a wonderful legacy with so many people, teaching, coaching, and caring about everyone. Peace be with you Mike.

Patsy Cordray (VanPelt)

With deepest sympathy in the loss of our friend and classmate Alice (Cowles) Groene!  Alice was a sweet and kind classmate and friend. Peace be with you.  

Susie Peacock (Vacilek)

I would like to take Brad advice. I want to say hello and stay safe to all the class mates from 1961 class and your families. We have memories that go way back and I will not forget the friendships that continued after 1961. Bless you all at this uncertain time of our lives.

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

Classmates:  I have posted a link to Mike's funeral on Thursday, May 14, at 11 a.m. on everyone's email. The link is as follows incase you didn't get my email.

http://client.tribucast.com/tcid/95672303

Prayers for Mike!

Sharon

Sandra Buckley (Matthews)

Happy Belated Birthday to Melinda Lang Bachman - sorry to have missed it on June 4th.  Hope you are well and safe - trying times we are living in now.  Enjoy life each day - one day at a time.  BLESSINGS !!!  Sandy & Bill Matthews

Joyce Casady (Sheumaker)

Terry Noonan

Hope you have a HAPPY BIRTHDAY today! Hope your weather is nice as it is her close to Chillicothe, MO. so you can be outside today to have some fun!  Sorry, that I had to use the message forum, but something is wrong with using the profile site to wish you a happy birthday!

Joyce

Sandra Buckley (Matthews)

Wishing Terry Noonan a wonderful birthday today - perhaps a game of golf with a nice low score and one of Margaret's fantastic cakes to celebrate !  HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!!

Cyndy Day (Savage)

I also wish a happy birthday to Terry and a happy belated Father's Day to all. 

Marcia Conley (Davis)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ONE DAY LATE.  WITH THE TAX FILING DEADLINE BEING EXTENDED TO JULY 15, I''M EXHAUSTED AND DIDN'T GO TO THE OFFICE YESTERDAY THUS MISSING A TIMELY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!  

I HOPE YOU HAD A WONDERFUL DAY AS WELL AS A HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

If any of you know these faces let me know and I will add the names! This is Kindergarten Lincoln School!

Sandi Thompson (Philips)

Was this morning or afternoon kindergarten, Sharon?

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

I have no idea! 

Sally Wilken (Colvet)

This was the morning Lincoln school kindergarten class.  I am in the front row second from the right.  I attended Lincoln school for kindergarten before switching to Saint Mary's school.

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

Linda and I July 1, 2014 at a concert in Old Settlers Park here in FM! 

Cyndy Day (Savage)

Oh what a good picture. I sure do miss her, thank you.

Marcia Conley (Davis)

That is a geat picture of Sharon and Linda.  I will miss not seeing her at the reunion next September. 

In these uncertain times, we must treasure each day and be kind and loving to our friends and relatives, wear face coverings, stay socially distanced, avoid crowds and most important stay healthy.

Brad Wiedmann

Great photo of you two!

Melinda Lang (Bachman)

Great picture Sharon of you and Linda.  Still hard to believe she is no longer with us. Thanks for posting.

Don Leach

Great photo!  Thanks for sharing.

Patsy Cordray (VanPelt)

Such a good picture of you and Linda!! Sure do miss my dear friend!   

Jerry Rees

In the spirit of Mrs Van Tyle, I would like to share my LTE that appeared in the July 9 KC Star:

FREEDOM AND RESPONSIBILITY

Wearing a mask is not about personal freedom. It’s about loving your neighbor. Wearing a mask is more than personal protection for oneself. It’s a selfless act of kindness and respect for others.

There is a delicate dance between freedom and responsibility. Many years ago in my eighth-grade American History class, I learned that absolute freedom is a myth. It does not exist.

In any civilized society, my freedom ends where someone else’s rights and well-being begin. The freedom of my fist ends at someone else’s nose. We don’t have the freedom to yell “Fire!” in a crowded theater.

Wearing a mask is a religious, political, and patriotic statement—an act of maturity. Strong, compassionate, and resilient communities are built on shared sacrifice for the common good as well as the freedom to think and act, which is relative.

- Jerry D. Rees, Leawood

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

I knew all of you would love that photo of Linda and me! She was a hoot and so much fun! I pray that all of you stay safe and stay healthy!