Marcia Conley (Davis)

I like the present format but it would be nice to add obits.  If the site was going to connect with any class years, I would like it to be 1957-58-59-60. 

The way time seems to be flying, it will be 2016 very soon.  I have the update on my calendar and look forward to seeing everyone.

Karan Kreighbaum (Faul)

Thanks for the clarification email Sharon... explaining that you weren't talking about actually revamping our webpage. Sometimes you need to 'draw pictures' for some of us old folks!! I think having a link to other FMHS class websites is a great idea. You do such a great job of keeping the Class of '61 informed.

Brad Wiedmann

Yes, we all owe Sharon a significant amount of gratitude for her continued support for our 1961 FMHS graduates. Thank you, Sharon. 

Richard Gaule

Hi there everybody,

I believe the link is a good idea.  My first wife came out of that class.

Much gratitude and appreciation to Sharon for stayng with this.

Rule 36:  If it's not fun, don't do it.

Richard

Darla Qualls (Dennison)

I hate to keep repeating the same message but I too like our forum.  I also think we knew the older grades better than the younger so would like to see links to them.  

And yes we owe Sharon a huge thanks for keeping us all informed as well as all the reunion work.  So a Big Hug and THANKS from me!

Linda Kirchner (Schrader)

I AM IN SOOO MUCH TROUBLE.....I forgot Patsy Cordray & Bob VanPelt's anniversary!!! Please forgive me Pat...that was July 28th. 1962. WOW 52 years together. You both deserve medals, diamonds or something!!! There was also another classmate who got married the same day, right Judy?

Think I'll just call Patsy and chat...probably an hour or so, catching up on everything.

Linda Lu

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

Linda I am sure Patsy will forgive you!

Sandi Thompson (Philips)

Today I met my daughter and youngest granddaughter in Iowa City.  We spend the afternoon shopping for dresse for my oldest granddaughter's wedding.  Who should we see but Charlie and Janet LaFrenz.  Janet was also wedding dress shopping, but for her daughter's wedding. It definitely is a Small World!

Charlie LaFrenz

As Sandy just said, we ran into each other in Iowa City, and WOW, she looks exactly like she did back in the olden days!  How do people do that?

Sandi Thompson (Philips)

Thanks Charlie!  Did Janet ever find a dress for thew wedding?

Charlie LaFrenz

Yes Sandi she did.  Were you all successful?  Janet is a little giddy right now because they had to order a size 4 instead of a 6.  I guess all that Yoga pays off.

Sandi Thompson (Philips)

'd be giddy too if I was waering a size 4.(Maybe when I was 4).  All three of us actually had success on Wednesday.  Unfortunately each of us ended up with an additional dress beside the one for the wedding.  Could be costly shopping with those two!

Charlie LaFrenz

The time you three got to spend together and the fun you must have had was worth every penny.  Not only that, but you got to see me!  Some people are sooooo lucky!

Sandi Thompson (Philips)

Yes, we were!

Marcia Conley (Davis)

I hope everyone is enjoying the Labor Day Holiday.  I am working but enjoying the quiet time without phones ringing.  Although my clients have discovered over the many years that I am here almost 24/7.

I am leaving for Las Vegas tomorrow for a week-long continuing education class on representing clients before the IRS,  Taking my oldest son, Brent, with me.  Thinking that maybe I can soon hand over that part of the practice to him.  It is not as challenging for me as preparation of estate, trust and individual returns.  No retirement, just share the workload.  He rejoined my firm in January after a 13 year absence.  What a blessing that has been.

Nan Nelson (Hays)

Hello Marcia,

Sounds like you are busy as usual but will be glad of your son getting back on board and lightening the load. We all know when we need to slow down.   

I have just bought a different car...a 2012 Buick Verona.  A big step forward from driving my 20year old Ford Probe.  I now have allot of convenience with lots of remote features.  The best being starting & warming up the interior from a distance during the winter season?

Gardening still keeps me busy most of the year.  Even in winter I 'm busy with the planning of the next season.

take care, hugs, Nancy

Richard Gaule

Thanks Sharon for keeping us together.

I've been retired for a year and love it.  Will be spending a few days in Fort Madison around the first of October.  I am taking a pilgrimage across the country to visit the all places I've lived over my life.  It will be interesting sitting out in front of our old house on Avenue M thinking about the dreams and ambitions of the little kid that lived there seventy years ago.  Sure turned out different than he could have imagined.

Also am very much looking forward to the next reunion.  I'll be there but will probably have forgotten you.

OK, I've now been on the forum.  Hopefully everybody gets an email and will post a comment so people will know they are still alive.  If we don't hear anything we can only assume the worst.

Richard

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

Thought you all should know that Charlie LaFrenz had a heart valve replaced AND bypass surgery on Tuesday, Sept 9th at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City and while they have had some ups and downs he seems to be on the mend and will be coming home soon! Keep Charlie in your prayers!

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

Thanks Richard for your kind words! In about a year we will start on the 55th reunion! We hope to have as good a turnout as we had at the 50th!

Bill Orr

Charlie LaFrance

Hey buddy,

Hurry up and get well. We'll get a 1960 Buick and cruise FM like old times. Remember HY VEE and the gang who used to go out to Rodeo Park  after shift to eat water mellons and soda pop. We were too young for beer. Let's see, there was you, David Schliedt, David Holterhouse and me just care free and enjoying life.

Shortly thereafter we were at war. You and David in Thailand, Dave H at sea and me up to my ass in leeches and snakes. If I had known then what I know now I wolud have been the first to Canada. How's that for an old retired Army LTC. Should make you laugh to hear me say that.

Anyway, hurry up and get well.

Your good friend!

Bill Orr

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Sandra Buckley (Matthews)

Hi Charlie & Janet,   Bill and I just want to send along our good wishes and prayers for a total recovery from your recent heart surgery up in Iowa City.  Isn't modern medicine wonderful that they can now fix these ailments for our generation ?!?!?!  Take it easy on yourself and you will soon be back at the Bridge Table accumulating more Masters Points and then dancing up a storm with Janet !  Blessings, Sandy & Bill Matthews

Patsy Cordray (VanPelt)

Hi Charlie,

I was so sorry to hear of your recent heart problems. Please know my prayers are with you for a full recovery.  You're one great friend and classmate!  Take care of yourself so you and Janet can get your dancing shoes on!  Give Janet my best wishes also.  God bless!

Sandra Buckley (Matthews)

This message is for Jerri Nelle.  Bill and I want to add our sympathy to all of those others who have reached out to you during this time of sorrow, following the passing of your husband.  We pray that you will cling to the many cherished memories you have of all the precious years together...........let his name be spoken often and he will remain your heart forever.  Sincerely,  Sandy & Bill Matthews

Sharon Tincher (Scholl-Nabulsi)

FYI:  TO THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT TO SEND A PERSONAL MESSAGE (i.e.) TO SOMEONE ABOUT THE PASSING OF A SPOUSE OR WHATEVER YOU SEND PLEASE DO SO ON THE CLASSMATES PERSONAL PROFILE WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON "CLASSMATES PROFILE'' PAGE AS MANY PEOPLE DO NOT READ THE MESSAGE BOARD THEREFORE THEY WOULD NOT RECEIVE YOUR MESSAGE. COMPRENDE!!!!

Loren(Andy) Andrews

Had nice conversation with Vincent Wright and daughter Saturday evening at Fort Colony, he was here to visit wister Donna and Patty. He looking great. Maybe next time I will recognize him instead of he recognizing me.