Front row l-r: Mary Ann Shilling, Nena Hunt, Mary Beth Cash, Robert (Little Red) Wilson
Linda Phelps, David Dibb, Glenn Hurta, Jeanne Holland
Second row: John Anderson, Mickey Lavy, Nanci Stiteler, John (Moon) Mullen,,
Sherry Robertson, Tim Lasseter, Betty Luedeker, Charlie Sligh, Bev Murphy
Third row: Marvin Schutza, Larry Thomas, Larry McMurray, George Karahal,
Howard Dudgeon, Tom Hafford
Standing: Aubrey Stringer

WONDERFUL MEMORIES
Our 65th reunion is now history. I think everyone there had a good time. Unfortunately at last moment there were several who were unable to make it due to health issues for themselves or spouse.

First: David Dibb with new wife Frances came all the way from SC and were in Texas only 10 minutes before Frances fell and broke her hip. Frances was taken to ER and next day had a hip replacement. David drove down for the Tuesday night gathering but returned to Arlington after it was over.

Ken and Susan Lipscomb (all packed and ready to leave) had to cancel due to the delay in a necessary procedure before an upcoming surgery.

Others could not attend due to illness: James McKee, Judith Hamff Murphy, Judy Thomas, Carol and Gary Roberts, Phyllis Wieser, Jim Monnig and Mimi; Tommye Ruth Blair Toler due to illness of her daughter. Others had prior engagements that eliminated their attendance- Gayla and Rodney Webb, Cathey and Millard Land, etc. All were missed, but those of us there had a great time seeing and catching up with our old classmates.

We were so happy to have several adopted graduates of deceased spouses who attended: Jeanette Markum (Billy Markum) and Jarod Baugh (Lynette Muchow Baugh).

Several graduates came with their children: Bev Murphy Wells came all the way from Florida with her son, David, who graciously did our photography for the festivities! Any picture you see was taken by David who was a busy man for the evening. This special man did all this out of the goodness of his heart, too! Mary Ann Shillings’ daughter and Nena Hunt’s daughter and son-in-law also attended. John Anderson brought his sister Bennett Anderson (whs 61) and her hubby Reggie. Please forgive me if I have missed anyone.

The party started off with the registration table manned by Malissa Ruth Starnes Baugh who did our nametags, Linda Phelps McKee, and David Dibb. David had all the directories there and was responsible for a great game that was played after the meal. More about that later.

We visited from 4:00-5:00 and then went through the buffet line in our private room-The Guadalupe Room. The room got much quieter during “chow time”. After dinner, Robert Wilson picked up the mic and talked a bit. He informed us this was the last time he was going to plan something for our class. Therefore, if anyone wants to have any more reunions or functions, YOU had better step up to the plate. Otherwise, this was the last. Robert said he would attend any future event…. just not head anything again. Malissa Starnes also spoke a little about her memories of the 50th reunion and the Tiger Tales that Bob Easter had composed. Bob had always been such a great worker for our reunions.

The mic was then given to John Anderson, our Class President, who spoke on his activities after graduation. John came from California/Boston and other parts of the world to attend. John is another newlywed, and we were able to meet his new bride, Judy, who is most vibrant and fit right in. So happy they could squeeze us into their busy schedule. They are our world travelers with plans to leave for Japan only 2 days after the reunion.

After John spoke, the mic was given to Tim Lasseter Latta who went around to each table and let our graduates tell a little something. This was most interesting as not only did we get to see who all was there but also to know more about them 65 years later. Nothing was long…just a quick overview if they wanted to speak. Some chose not to talk, which is fine too.

Now, comes the game part. David Dibb had devised a game similar to the Newlywed Game– only this was designed for seniors. Three couples got in the middle of the room with chairs back-to-back to their spouse. David had questions that had multiple choice answers of which the couple was to circle. It was to see how well that couple had learned the other. Our winners were a tie: Glenn/Janet Hurta and Mickey/Melody Lavy. Don/MaryBeth Cash McMahon only missed the tie by one question. I would say these married couples know one another pretty well, although not completely! It was a fun, quick game and others took notes to use at their next function or reunion.

Afterwards, we had our group picture….we then engaged in a little more visiting….and the evening was probably over about 9:00-9:30ish.

This time was so special as during the past 24 months, 23 graduates have died. Every moment we have is a gift and blessing. So, everyone- — make some memories and share with us via the Town Crier. YOU are the Town Crier—I only put it together and try to make it interesting. That takes all of us to be engaged. We want to hear from each and every one of you. Life is short….let us all be connected. We all have in common that we are whs60 graduates and want to receive the Town Crier.

To all who attended the reunion: Thank you ever so much!!! We hope you had a good time and enjoyed yourself. Now, enjoy the pictures.

Stay healthy, stay safe, and please stay in touch. Love you all!
jeanne

View pictures from the Reunion.