Brief Curriculum Vitae, F. Nowell Jones, Samohi 1930
(A listing under my full Legal name- Fred Nowell Jones, Jr, can be found in the 3rd and 4th Editions of Who's Who in the World) .

Born, Santa Monica, CA. August 16, 1912

Education: Samohi, Class of 1930. While there the 1930 Nautilus reads; Commissioner of Finance 4: Ephbians 4; Scholarship Associates 2; Varsity Debate 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Chess Club 2; Tennis Manager 3; Letterman's Club 4; Refreshment Committee, Sophomore Skip, 2.

B.A. (Honors in Psychology) UCLA, 1934, M. A. UCLA, 1937; Ph.D. Cornell University, 1939.

Social Fraternity: Theta Chi

Honorary Societies: Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma Xi, Phi Kappa Phi, Pi Gamma Mu, Psi Chi

Professional Societies: American Association for the Advancement of Science (Life Fellow); American Psychological Association (Fellow); Institute of Food Technologists (Emeritus Member).

Employment History: Taught at University of Alabama (Acting Chairman one year), University of Wisconsin, Washington State College (Founding Chairman), UCLA (Chairman 1962-1970). Current Title, Professor of Psychology Emeritus. There were also stints in industry at Bridgeport Brass Company, and Lockheed

Professional Activities: Committees of American Psychological Association, First Secretary-Treasurer of the Washington State Psychological Association, National Institute of Mental Health, Quartermaster Corps, Veterans Administration, and one NATO International Conference. Recently I have been serving on an United Way Committee evaluating grant requests.

(Since almost no one reads journal articles anyway, I spare you my bibliography.)

P.S. One advantage of the Academic life is the number of meetings one can attend in many places. I have been privileged to attend scientific meetings in such places as Istanbul, Cannes, Dundee, Reading, Utrecht, and Beijing, and to have a visit to Chile on University business (before Allende).

Marriage: I married Margaret Russel Hubbard of Fairfield, Ct. in 1939. Her education included a BA from Vassar, an MA from Hobart, and a Ph.D. from UCLA. Unfortunately, she suffered a fatal heart attack in July of 1998. (Aside remark- When the Nautilus had a circus theme in 1930, thanks to Principal Barnum, little did I guess I would marry the great-granddaughter of P, T. Barnum's private physician!) Her last professional title was Professor of Human Factors Emerita at the University of Southern California.

Hobbies: Sailing (Peg and I won more than 60 trophies also cruising the Chesapeake, Virgin Islands, British Columbia, and the English Broads), camping (thanks to marrying an outdoor girl), classical Music, and birding (now in remission).

Offspring: One daughter and seven grandchildren, one great-grandson. All have the surname "Arnold."

Deceased
Roy C. Seery, Jr. died peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 17, 2005 at the home he shared with his daughter and son-in-law in Bakersfield, CA. In the 1930's his family moved to the Los Angeles area where he lived until five years ago. Roy was honorably discharged from the USAF American Airlines ATC Group in 1945 and worked for American Airlines for 36 years. After retirement he enjoyed traveling, LAX Vanguards, sailing, UCLA athletics, and amateur radio. Roy is survived by two children Linda Adams (Kerry) of Bakersfield, CA and Michael Seery (Mary Jo) of Twin Peaks, CA; three granddaughters, Stacy Tesar, Amy Bryan (Jayson) of Bakersfield, CA and Shannon Seery of Los Angeles, CA; a great-grandson, Kaedin Bryan. A memorial service will be held Sat., Jan. 14, 2006 with a private interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Roy's name to LAX Vanguards, P.O. Box 83464, Los Angeles, CA 90083-0464

Deceased
My sister Bernice Weber Meunier class of 1935 passed away peacefully at her home in Guadalajara, Mexico after a lengthy illness. She lived in retirement in Mexico for the past 20 plus years where she was active in community charities and the American Bridge Club. She is survived by her husband Gaston Meunier, sons Marshall and Russell, and a host of other relatives.
Thank you, Jack Weber class of S39

Retired veterinarian. Married same spouse 57 yrs. Muscle Beach alumni- brother to Pudgy Stockton.

Posted 01/17/03
Updated 12/28/03

I'm a widow after 35 years, and am living near Las Vegas with my daughter Penelope (class of '65).

Thanks Vikings, for the great job in keeping us informed. Hated leaving my home in Tiburon where I spent nearly 30 great years....but, time does march on and I chose to "walk" out rather than the alternative. I'm in a retirement community which is truly beautiful. No wonder Luther Burbank settled here in order to invent the potato!
My warmest regards to all.
Gil

Deceased
Parke D. Snavely, Jr. passed away on November 24, 2003 as a result of complications following a stroke. Parke, who was 84, had a long and distinguished career with the United States Geological Survey spanning nearly 60 years. Among the many recognitions that he received was the US Department of Interior’s highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award. Parke is survived by his wife of 61 years, Anne, daughters Pamela and Deborah, son Parke III, four grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. Contributions in Parke’s name may be made to the Geological Society of America’s newly established Parke D. Snavely, Jr. Memorial Fund, an endowment for student research focusing on the geology of the Pacific Northwest.

Retired business owner. Sailing enthusiast(Channel Islands Marina). Happily married for 52 years. Three children and four grandchildren.

Since I will be in Payson, Arizona until Nov. 02, and my internet source, A.T.& T has no phone lines there, I will be off the internet until I return to Sun Lakes. I may be able to get on through my daughter's connection, but no guarantee. So no e-mail please.

I'm lucky. I have a good life, two successful, supportive, loving daughters. I followed one of my daughters to Park City about 7 years ago and got used to the snow very quickly. In about one and a half years I will be moving to Las Vegas. I spent several years at Litton Industries (now Northrop Grumman) as a purchasing lobby receptionist and loved every minute of it. I have been practical and realistic during my life and my present Board presidency for the Senior Center. My sister is Irene Cordes--she passed away three years ago and left two children.

Deceased
MARCIA CURTIS GASTON PASSED AWAY JUNE 16, 2003 WITH BREAST CANCER. HER SPOUSE BUD GASTON & EIGHT GRANDCHILDREN SURVIVE HER. SHE WAS MARRIED TO BUD FOR 57YEARS. SHE WAS A HOMEMAKER & AVID GOLFER & MEMBER OF THE HOLE IN ONE CLUB TWICE. BUD WAS VICE PRESIDENT OF THE WINTER CLASS OF 1939

Deceased
My father was a member of the class of '39, and as his son I thought I would let those who may remember him know that Robert 'Bob' Danaher passed away on January, 26th, 2008. I have his high school annual and if the School's historical library wishes to keep it on file. Perhaps if there is a display somewhere and a copy or additional copy is needed I would be happy to donate his copy. Robert Danaher Track 2,3 Lettermen's Club 2,3 is featured on the first page of the Winter Senor class on the lower left side of the page.

I am looking for my nephew Richard Tucker Davis. My brother Dick Davis was killed in WWII and his mother Beverly Tucker and Dick Davis graduated from Santa Monica Hi in 1938. Anyone having any information about my nephew will please contact me.

I WAS VICE PRESIDENT OF THE SENIOR CLASS OF 39 SPENT 30YRS IN THE AEROSPACE BUSINESS AS A FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER MOSTLY AT EDWARDS AIRFORCE BASE.WAS EMPLOYED BY NORTH AMERICAN AVIATION. RETIRED IN 1969 & WE MOVED TO SPOKANE WASHINGTON. SPENT THE NEXT 24YRS AS A REAL ESTATE BROKER & HAD MY OWN OFFICE.MARRIED TO MY SWEETHEART MARCIA CURTIS GASTON FOR 57YEARS. SHE PASSED AWAY IN 2003 AFTER A LENGTHY BATTLE WITH CANCER. WE HAD (4) SONS & (8) GRANDCHILDREN. AT 84 I STILL PLAY 60 ROUNDS OF GOLF PER SEASON & SENIOR MEMBER OF MY FOURSUM. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY SAMOHI ALUMNI FRIENDS

We have been married for 57 years and I still like miniatures while Bob likes his computer.

Deceased
Mary Wade Curtis passed away rather suddenly in March of 2008 after a very short bout with a cancerous tumor of the brain. She died in Los Alamitos Memorial Hospital in California surrounded at her bedside by her loving family. Mary was born in Ute, Iowa on July 11, 1922 to Chester and Ruth Wade. She was 85 years old when she passed away. Although her given name was Mary she preferred to be called Billie by her friends and relatives. She came by the name ´Billie¡ because her parents called her their little Billie Girl when she was a baby. The Wade family moved to Santa Monica in 1936 at which time Billie became a student at SAMOHI. Billie was much admired for her natural beauty, which was more than just skin deep; it radiated from deep within. Everyone who ever knew her loved her. After graduating from SAMOHI with the summer class of ‘39 she attended SMJC and worked for the Telephone Co. in Santa Monica. In later years she worked part time for The Broadway in Torrance for 10 years. She retired from The Broadway in 1986. In 1943 she married Les Curtis who was also a SAMOHI graduate of the summer class of ‘39. Together they had three children: Carol Trenary of Cypress, California; Donna Slingerland of San Ramon, California and Bill Curtis of Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Billie was preceded in death by her son Bill Curtis in January 2003, her husband Les Curtis in April 2003 and her brother Chet Wade in October 2007. In addition to the two daughters mentioned above, Billie is survived by a brother, Ron Wade; 8 grandchildren (6 boys and 2 girls) plus 5 great grandchildren. After the death of her husband Billie lived alone in her house in Torrance, California until she passed away unexpectedly in March of 2008. She was an immaculate housekeeper and from the time she became a widow until she passed away she kept the inside and outside of her home in beautiful condition. Everyone who knew her considered this a remarkable accomplishment especially for a woman in her eighties. Billie kept in touch with several of her surviving SAMOHI classmates of 1939. One of which was her brother in law, Bud Gaston, who lives in Spokane, Washington. Bud had been married to her husband’s sister (Marcia Curtis ‘39) for 57 years. Billie also maintained a close relationship with Edna and Merrill Clark ‘39 meeting with them regularly at a restaurant in Palos Verdes, CA.

To Billie Curtis ´Valhalla may you join the brave who have died, and those who have died bravely!

Deceased
Daniel Wilson passed away on Christmas after fighting cancer. His daughter can be emailed.