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Brandon, MS
After leaving Samohi I join the navy spent the first 3 years in viet-nam. When I came back I got married (still married) I have 5 kids and six grandkids....Life is good...I don't think anybody will remember me, but if you do, send me an e-mail.
I moved to the beautiful Northwest, Coeur d'Alene area, in 1978. I am married to Ron Houck (class of '68) and we have 2 sons, Derek age 25 and Jason age 22. Went to the 10 yr. and 20 yr. reunions and would love to hear from Samohi friends. WOW! Has it really been 35 years?!! 2/19/06
I've worked for the Army for 30 years, have 2 kid's, Kimberly 29 and Cody 26. Was married for 28 years until my wife Jill passed away last year.
Weaverville, CA 96093
Most of you will not remember me. I only attended samohi for half of my junior year and then senior year. And with the exception of doug broadwell (71), i only remember first names for melissa, patricia and greg. I am glad to note from reading other messages that many of you are in the same boat. As for me, i moved to the valley and then here to northern (way northern) california where i have been since 1976. I have been married for 25 years and have a son who is entering college this fall after living in new zealand for a year. My life is quiet and the air is clear. God is good. There are several alumnus living here in trinity county. Purchasing the directory was a great buy. High school remains a blur but i would love to correspond with any of you. Have a great summer.
Greetings from two on-line alumni! (and Nancy Stolee Barnet , '72)
I lost my 18 year old daughter during the Thanksgiving 2006 weekend, who died in an offroad Yamaha Rhino accident. I learned how blessed my wife and Dani's four brothers were to have her for the past 18 years and how she enriched not only our lives, but the lives of so many others. A scholarship fund was established in her name and five student athletes and scholars were the first recipients. Only those persons who have experienced a similar loss will understand how her passing has affected us and changed our lives. My advice to others is to appreciate your loved ones, and to show that appreciation as much as you can and as often as you can.
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Barry
Cottonwood, CA 96022
After high school I went to the University of Hawaii and then to University of Idaho. Married and had three wonderful sons. Managed large ranges in Idaho and Colorado for 10 years. My husband received his Doctorate in Veterinarian Medicine and we moved to northern California. We now own and operate a large/small animal veterinarian clinic. Life has been good to our family. Great to hear where everyone is at.
After samohi worked in auto parts and now am customer service tech in office equip.repair.Married with a daughter 25 and son 15 .Cub master for 2 yrs and now asst.scout master for 3 yrs.
SM Recreation & Parks Commissioner, Chair Airport Marina Counseling Center 5K-10K Annual Run, Working Chair Behind The Bench All Star Gala 2004
Well, with our busy lives, I'm not sure how many of us are actually looking into this site, but since I just received the latest issue of the Viking News, I'm trying to send a message of sympathy. I was very distressed to learn of Gordon's death. I saw him at the reunion, but had no idea that he was sick and I guess he just wanted to keep it that way, which I understand and respect, but it would have been nice to see him again. Anyway, as the address states I am back in CA., at least for a while. My husband is stationed in San Diego, so we'll be here for a while. I would love to hear from other classmates. If anyone knows the address so I can send Gordon's mom/dad/brother a card, I would appreciate it.
Greetings! Short History: 1974: Stanford; 1977: U.S.C. Law Skoool; 1985 Harvard M.P.A. 1979-99: L.A. City Attorney's Office. 1986: married to Leonie de Souza; 1997: we moved up to Ottawa, Ontario Canada, where I'm now in private practice. If you love skiing and skating, this is the place...a wee bit different from growing up in Malibu...eh?
Still alive and well - Monika (Siefert) Carberry and I are celebratng our 34th anniversary this year. We finally moved from our home of 24 years in Manchester to the new location, north of Gig Harbor. Son Sean is married and working in Seattle for NW Source, a website sponsored by the Seattle Times. He uses his visual communications degree to manage site useability. Monika continues managing IT services and administrative staff for a large, fire district north of us. I am a Senior Manager with IBM and still am spending the majorty of my time on the road. When home, I enjoy sailing and gardening (who would have thought - the gardening, that is!). Monika and I try to get out of Seattle at least every other year and have had interestng vacations in Central and South America. As I said previously, gotta go somewhere where it doesn't rain continuously in the winter. I do get a chance to practice Forrest Freed's and Hector Miranda's Spanish, as well, but probably not very well. I did make contact with a few class of '71 alumni via email. Thanks for your updates. I try to keep in touch with Steve Nesset as much as possible; Monika and I had the priveledge of attending his wedding in Phoenix the year before last (2005). Steve and I met in 8th grade at Lincoln and have been friends since. His mom and sisters are my second famly. Best wishes to the class of '71 and wishing you all the best! Andy Carberry
Hi, I have been married for 26 years, have 2 sons, Matt 24 and Greg 21. I am back in california after living in Beaverton Oregon for 17 years. My husband Jerry was transferred with his company. Great to be back in sunshine again and closer to my parents in Santa Monica, who still live in the same house I grew up in. Love to hear from anyone who remembers me. I am sad that I missed the reunion again, wish I knew about it...send me pictures. Anyone know where Marsha Clough is. I would love to get in contact with her. Alt email, annac1153@yahoo.com
Hello from Sister Viking Twila Cearley Class of '71, I've been
out of touch for so long. So many friends have come and gone.Hopefully
we can round up many classmates for the big 30 reunion. I spent
my time after graduation bumming around. The I went in to the
ARMY, being all I could be. Now I'm out after 16 yrs, Flying like
an Eagle for the U.S.Postal Service, as a mail lady in Glendale.
I'm still in quest of Nirvana! Looking over some of the things
that our classmates have accomplished over the years, teachers,
police, adventurers, tradespeople, professionals of each and kind,
makes me feel proud to have been a part of a great tradition.
Reflecting back on the carefree days of being a teenager almost
30 yrs. ago, to the problems of today, I'd say we had it made!
So until we meet again, this is Sister Viking Twila, saying so
long!
Have been living in Northern California, (Placerville area, between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe) since 1982. Have been married to my wife Paula for over 25 years and have two grown children. I started the Northern California SAMOHI Alumni site (http://www.samohi.com) about four years ago and it has been a great experience getting reacquainted with old friends and making new ones. I would love to hear from you and please stop by the samohi.com web site and join the discussion group; I think you’ll enjoy it.
After graduating from CSUN with a degree in Food Science, I started working at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics as a flight test engineer. I've been there nearly 29 years. Got a MBA in 1998 as a 'just in case' fall back plan. I've lived in Palmdale, CA for over 25 years. It's just like the beach, but without the water. Ha! I've been married for 22 years to another Lockheed flight tester. Life is grand.
MY FAMILY AND I JUST MOVED TO ATASCADERO WHERE WE RUN MY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, CHRISTIAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. WE SPECIALIZE IN POOL CONSTRUCTION AND SHOTCRETE. BETWEEN MY WIFE, YVETTE, AND I -- WE HAVE FOUR CHILDREN: NOELLE, 30; SCOTT, 21; JOLANDA, 21; AND CAMILLE, 16. OUR FIRST GRANDCHILD WILL ARRIVE IN DECEMBER.
Kalispell, MT 59901
Since my last update in '98, my husband Joe & I relocated to Northwest Montana. We are both University of Washington graduates(Master of Social Work), and have a private counseling practice in Kalispell (near Glacier Natl Park). Life's a little slower & and a lot sweeter here--after the initial adjustment of course. I visit my mom and old friends in Santa Monica often. Keep in touch!
Victoria COLBURN West, Class of '71
queenvwest@yahoo.com
Living in San Clemente since 1989. My husband Mike (Upland High '68) can bike into Trestles to take advantage of the world class surf right from our driveway! Some of you may remember my dad's business, CON SURFBOARDS, on Pico Blvd. one block from campus. I still own my '59 VW bug (Black Beauty), my very first car that got me from Latigo Shore Drive to Samohi every school day. We have two children...Jesse ('77) and Vanessa ('84). We're empty-nesters now (where did the time go???). Mike and Jesse love to take out our Hydra Sport (21cc) from Dana Point Harbor and chase down whatever is in the local waters. Vanessa graduated from Cal State Long Beach in '06 (4 years...you go girl!! and a full scholarship to boot!) Jesse works for UPS. I'm a service manager at Wells Fargo Bank in Dana Point. Mike builds custom homes in Newport Beach and Corona Del Mar. We're planning a trip to Fiji later this year, to check out the surf, local eats, and to drop a line or two.
Dear Friends, Just letting you know that we have changed our email address. Would like to hear from other classmate. Charles
Big Bear Lake CA
Hello from Maryland! Since leaving Santa Monica Police Dept in 1992, I, my wife Becky and my 2 sons Peter and Kelly moved to Maryland so that I could attend grad school at the American University in Washington, DC. I now work as an instructor for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Cheltenham, MD with a little over 5 years with the Federal government. As much as I disliked being a student when I was a kid, I now teach emergency vehicle operations, firearms and assorted other topics. Becky and I have been married for almost 19 years and our son Peter is 16 and other son Kelly is 12. Life is considerably different in a town of about 1,500 people. It is actually a lot like the Santa Monica that we grew up in! I did manage to make it to the 30th reunion and enjoyed seeing all of you who attended. Despite the fact that I live nearly 3,000 miles away, I think of Santa Monica and the beach often. If you are ever back in the Washington DC or Baltimore area, please give me a call!
Overland Park, KS 66212
I think this is the class I graduated in, I remembered Brenda Brown, and saw her listing here. I didn't participate much in high-school. That quality may have carried with me through the years. I am not a CEO. I don't write exciting software packages. I've never earned enough to buy 30 acres of anything anywhere. But I've made it through the years. Does that count?
I doubt anyone will recall my name, which is okay. I saw this site and wanted to support it with my entry. Thanks '95 class, cool site! geeze. do people really belong to a '95 class???? gawd.
I got old. ICK
I'm living in Mountain View, 30 miles south of SF. Any other Samohi-ites nearby? I went to UC Santa Cruz & UC Berkeley for a B.A. in Art History, then worked as a typesetter (this is pre-PCs) in Santa Monica (Heath & Assoc. on Pico). Met my husband-to-be Peter in the UCLA Sierra Club, and we both moved to Poughkeepsie, NY for awhile. I missed California weather so we've been in the Bay Area for 20 years. We combined our last names (Elbaum & Roeder) to create the combined "Elderon." We have 2 daughters, ages 16 & 14, a basset hound and a cat. I'm now a teacher's aide in 2nd and 3rd grades, which leaves plenty of time to be a mom, my favorite job. All email welcome!
I married Mark Anderson (Lynn Anderson's brother). I've been with him since John Adams at 14 years old. I own an insurance agency, specializing in employee benefits. I have 2 children, Shane 28 and Jessice 23. Jessi has a two year old son and will deliver a baby girl in mid May. We have lived in Idaho for 26 years and love it. I'd love to hear from classmates. Since finding this webpage, I have been in contact with a few folks. Look forward to hearing from you.
New exhibit coming up in Klamath Falls, OR in June. Entitled "CLASSIC! The Cars of the Kruise", it is a photo study on an event held in Klamath Falls every year called The Klamath Kruise. If you live near the area, or are NIN the area, the exhibit runs from 1 June 'til the 30th, and our opening is the 5th. Other than that, we're very happy (myself and Vicki Heighton Firth, class of 71), 2 kids married, one beautiful grandchild named Madison, 3 dogs, 3 cats, 3 horses, 2 rats (ooh, I LOVE to rhyme!) and a whole lotta love! E-mail and say HI, I promise I'll reply
Oak Hill VA
I'm married (for the second time), and have one child. I've been teaching physics for 19 years. I currently teach at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology in Northern Virginia.
Long Beach CA
Howdy. What a great page. Am currently single and living in Long Beach. Have 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren. I'd enjoy hearing from anyone. Hope I remember you all!
Short history--after high school, I graduated from UCSB with degrees in Geology and Aquatic Biology. Worked and lived on Catalina Island after that--spent alot of time diving and ocean kayaking. Was about to start applying for graduate school when I met and married my husband Ron. Plans changed then! We now have 4 boys--ages 16 down to 6. My greatest and most challenging endeavor has been being a mom. I never did realize my goal of being an oceanographer, but I hope to teach science in the future(after the kids are grown). Hey, has anyone heard for Ruth Poole? The last I knew, she was majoring in French and Math at UCLA back in the 70's. Take care, and God Bless You! -- Irene
Life is short. Finishing my second masters this semester and teaching eelementary school munchkins and loving it. Look forward to being poor and having summers off. Life is good.
Hello Everyone! Well, I'm still kicking. Been in Bellingham, Washington since 1985. Back in the days when this was a fishing/logging town. Now that it has been declared the #1 place to retire by AARP, I should find a new town to live. Any ideas?
Worked in the audio/video recording industry and played bass guitar in rock bands. Got married in 1983, had a beautiful daughter Andrea, in 1986. Still in Santa Monica working at Crossroads School for Arts and Sciences since 1986 in facilities management.
Okay, 30 years in 75 words or less: Graduated from Berkeley in 1975; worked for about 3 years; graduated from Hastings Law School in 1981; moved to the East Coast right after law school and worked in upstate New York and Manhattan until 1998 (hated it for the last 12 years); moved to Bainbridge Island, WA, and started working in Seattle in August 1998; married Johnene Granger in 1985; Charles or Charlie (he calls himself "Chuck," but we don't) was born in 1989; Jacob followed in 1993. Close: 79 words.
When I lived in Santa Monica, all I wanted to do was move back to the San Francisco area. What I've realized over the last three decades is how many good memories I have of Santa Monica and the people I knew there. If you're going to be up in the Seattle area, get in touch.
Well... Thirty-five years later. Going to the reunion Picnic on July 14, 2007. Hope to see you all there! Been working at CBS for 27 years and still live on the Westside.
I currently live in Tyler Texas. We moved here in 1988. I sell auto parts, but after doing that and fixing cars for 30 years I think i'm ready for a change. I hope to return to the ocean soon. My goal is to live on a boat for a few years, and travel up and down the coast. I miss the ocean alot.
I'm working as a shelver at the Magna Library, hence the name "dragon-shelver" for my E-mail address. The dragon comes from my love of sci-fi and fantasy books! Let's let other alums know about this web page. We didn't make it to our 25th reunion but we plan on the 30th!
Just want to add, that Peter Firth (71) and I have been married for 27 years now and we have seven children. Our oldest is Noelle, 26, then Justin, 25, Shannon, 24, Stephanie, 22, B.J., 20, Hanna, 17, and Cory, 15. We also have a grand daughter, Madison, 16 months who is the delight of our lives! B.J. and his wife, Melinda are the proud parents. No one else is married, yet. I hope to see all the former Viking Chorale members at the reunion! Let's sing our school song!
Currently working as office manager for a great harley-davidson dealership. Love being a grandma, have three grandsons, two daughters.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Nowadays I am a Business Management Consultant for a SCM software company. My years between 71 and now have had me road racing motorcycles, surfing, skiing and most importantly bringing up my 3 kids - Sean, Sharlene & Kristine, all of whom are now adults living on their own. I am happily married for the second time, 12yrs now and live in Thousand Oaks, CA.
Would most definitely enjoy hearing from classmates and plan on being at the 30 year reunion. Hope to see some ol' buddies.
Hi, from the corn fields of Indiana.
Still acting. Married to screenwriter Vince McKewin and living in, Oh My God, the valley, I have a nine year old daughter, Katie, who attends Campbell Hall,where I am Brownie Leader, Fundraiser and elementary Shakespeare teacher. Life is Good! Where is everybody?
After high school I went to CSUN, got married and moved to Texas. I have since
then divorced. I spent time in San Francisco, New York and now reside in Pasadena.
My life now is truly blessed! Would love to hear from my classmates of 71. Email
or call!
J
www.KimBallsPinBalls.com
Lakeside TX
Anyone from the Class of 71 (or anyone I know from Samohi) is more then welcome to stop by if in the Fort Worth Texas area, all we ask is that you call or email us in advance. Kim & Thressa Keist A few words: Over-worked, under-paid Northrop Corp. employee since 1974. Over-worked, under-paid Electrical Technician since 1978. Under-worked, over-paid Aerospace Engineer since 1982. I moved from Santa Monica to Culver City in 1979 and Married a wonderful Teacher in 1980, we had a healthy baby boy in 1982. We moved from Culver City to Edmond Oklahoma in 1998 with my job on the Northrop B-2 Bomber Program, sad to leave California but glad to go, first year of High School for our son and the first shooting episode at Culver City High School. Moved from Edmond Oklahoma to Fort Worth Texas in 2003 with my job on the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter [JSF] Program as a Northrop Grumman Engineer. Started collecting and restoring Pinball Games in 1998 as we couldn’t find any to play once we moved to Oklahoma. BIG MISTAKE, now we have a collection that keeps growing and what started as a part time job in High School for spending money as an Electronics major is now a part time job and hobby AGAIN. In 2006 I started a Pinball Restoration and Repair Business and created my web site for KimBall’s PinBall’s which has been somewhat busier then I expected. My favorite saying: I may be getting older but I refuse to grow up! My best to all ;-)
I hope that you are all doing well!
I moved to Vancouver,BC 24 years and love it..married with 2 kids Kyle 20 and Sarah 18..Don't get back to California often enough I was able to get to the 20th reunion and talked to alot of you. Would love to hear my from you.
Was a Merchant Marine for several years after high school-traveled to South America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Japan, etc. Married high school sweetheart Ginni Cooper(class 73) which put an end to my travels! Dog trainer for a while, now Studio production at CBS many years. 3 sons ages 16, 14 12. Live in Culver City and planning to be at reunion....seeya!
I am married to a wonderful man. We have 4 kids between us, 3 girls and 1 boy. We have 1 grandchild and one on the way (in Sept). I know you all think I'm too young to have a grandchild but It's true! I know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God died for my sins and lives in me. I hope you do too. See yoou at the next reunon.
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Greetings! Would love to hear from anyone who might remember me from Will Rogers, John Adams or Samohi. Living in Hawthorne, CA (near the LA airport) with my wife of 30 years and two kids; one attending CSULB and the other in the animation field. I'm a CA certificated elementary teacher and taught 3rd grade until this last summer. I'm not teaching now and am looking to transition into a new career. Love playing tour guide all over CA and the US for friends, friends of friends, and family. Love my new digital camera and think I have a good eye and want to learn more. Also loved creating a 1,500 sq. foot garden for my students and former school. So, let me know if you need a good guy to work for/with you. It's been quite enjoyable (and personally moving attending Samohi choir concerts) these last 4 years enjoying my daughter going through the choral program at Samohi under the amazing Christopher Rhodes (who now is conducting in Texas). The program had about 350 kids in it. Again, would enjoy hearing from you! Jeff Lowe
Living in (ugh!) the Valley but life is good. Married 21 years and my oldest son just started college...Now THAT makes you feel old. Son number two is in "middle school" (what happened to Jr. High School?) and doing well. Hope to see some old friends at our 30th next year.
myspace.com/missvikkisspace
KINGMAN AZ
BORN AND RAISED IN SANTA MONICA. I MOVED TO THE NORTHWEST (PORTLAND, OREGON) IN 1975 (AT AGE 21) AND LIVED THERE UNTIL 1989. IN 1989, I GOT MARRIED TO LARRY FULLER (FROM JOHN ADAMS) AND MEGHAN (MY DAUGHTER) AND I MOVED TO LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA, BACK TO OREGON FROM 1997 TO 1999. SUMMER 2000 I MOVED BACK TO CALIFORNIA LOS ALAMITOS IN ORANGE COUNTY (I HAVE COME FULL CIRCLE).
ALL OF MY IMMEDIATE FAMILY ARE STILL IN OREGON. LARRY PASSED AWAY JUNE 11, 2004 AND I MISS HIM SO VERY MUCH. MY DAUGHTER IS NOW 22 AND IS IN COLLEGE IN REDWOOD CITY, CA AND WILL BE TRANSFERRING TO SAN JOSE STATE THIS FALL. SHE PLAYS CLASSICAL GUITAR AND HAS A 5 STRING SEMI AUCOSTIC BASS SHE IS LEARNING. SHE ALSO HAS A CELLO THAT SHE IS RE-LEARNING TO PLAY; SHE PLAYED CELLO IN 7TH GRADE IN CANADA. SHE STARTED OUT MAJORING IN FASHION DESIGN WITH A MUSIC MINOR, BUT IS NOW TAKING CLASSES IN BUSINESS AND PLANS TO GO INTO MARKETING. SHE IS ALSO A WRITER OF POETRY, A PHOTOGRAPHER AND SPEAKS FRENCH. SHE ! IS A GREAT KID...I'M VERY LUCKY. (HEY, ISN'T THIS SUPPOSED TO BE ABOUT ME?) I HAVE A BACHELORS DEGREE IN HEALTH ADMINSTRATION.
I AM CURRENTLY WORKING AS A MEDICAL RECORD TECHNICIAN AT "COMMUNITY FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER" IN CERRITOS AS THEIR MEDICAL RECORDS COORDINATOR AND ASSISTANT TO THE CLINICAL SUPERVISOR. I LOVE MY JOB. BEFORE I LEFT OREGON, I WAS WORKING NEAR OREGON CITY AT A REHAB AND LONG TERM CARE CENTER AS THEIR MEDICAL RECORDS DIRECTOR. I LOVE BEING BACK IN CALIFORNIA AND AM NOW SPOILED WITH THE GREAT WEATHER. THE CLOSER TO THE BEACH THE BETTER...LESS SMOG. UPDATE 4/10/05 I AM NOW LIVING A BLOCK FROM THE BEACH IN SEAL BEACH, CA. NEAR THE SEAL BEACH PIER AND I LOVE IT, HOWEVER, I AM THINKING OF RELOCATING AGAIN.
I WON A JACKPOT AT THE PALA CASINO NEAR SAN DIEGO AND REALIZE THAT TO TRY TO BUY A HOUSE HERE WOULD BE NEXT TO IMPOSSIBLE. I AM LOOKING AT OREGON, NORTHERN CA., OR ARIZONA. I HATE HOT WEATHER, BUT, MY BROTHER (62) JUST BOUGHT PROPERTY IN PAYSON, AZ. AND IS BULDING A BEAUTIFUL HOME....MAYBE PAYSON OR KINGMAN. I WILL GET MORE BANG FOR MY BUCK...LOL... I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU ALL.... UPDATE 5/24/05 I DID IT....I BOUGHT A HOUSE IN KINGMAN, AZ AND WILL BE MOVING SOMETIME IN JUNE. UPDATE 7/12/05
I AM HERE IN KINGMAN AND LOVE MY HOUSE. I AM STILL GETTING SETTLED. I WILL BE STARTING REAL ESTATE CLASSES IN OCTOBER AND WORKING AT THE HOSPITAL PART-TIME UNTIL I BECOME THE "REAL ESTATE QUEEN" OF KINGMAN, AZ....LOL. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS NEW CHAPTER IN MY LIFE....ALL IS GOOD..:) 1/28/07... IT'S A NEW YEAR WITH NEW GOALS. THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IS PICKING UP, MY HOME IS GREAT AND HOPE ALL OF YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL 2007. GET IN TOUCH WITH ME...I HAVE LOTS OF ROOM AND I AM ONLY 30 MIN. FROM LAUGHLIN, NEVADA.....
Pelham, AL 35124
Currently I am retired from the Navy and I live in Phoenix, Az.and work in the Computer Industry as a Technician and Consultant. I have 5 children, of whom I am very proud of and 8 brilliant grandchildren. I enlisted in the Navy a year after graduation and served as a Jet Engine Mechanic and a Helicopter Search and Rescue swimmer. While in the Navy I lived in Japan, Italy, the Middle East, and Florida and I flew rescue missions all over the world. I also severed in Desert Storm and Desert Shield.
After a few more years in SoCal attending SMC, I moved to Hawaii for 15 years, San Francisco for 1 year, San Diego for 14 years, and am now in Minneapolis MN! My snow adventure! I am an Executive Vice President of a restaurant company, and have just recently married the nicest mid-western boy you'll ever meet.
Tempe, AZ
I would love to hear from old friends and classmates. Shari Crandall and Shirley Mayes, where are you?!
Don't know if any of you still remember me? I went to John Adams Jr High and then to SamoHi, I moved during my Jr year so I did not graduate with you. If any of you remember me feel free to e-mail me. Love to hear from you. I live in Huntington Beach Calfornia. Been married for 20 years, have two sons ages 16 and 13. Work in health care administration. After SamoHi I went to Long Beach City College, became a Respiratory Therapist then went to Long Beach State University and got BA in business administration. Been busy watching my kids grow up and spending time with my wife Kathy.
I've been (happily) married to Sue Friedrichsen ('70) for 22
years and we still live in Santa Monica. Our two children are
now both at
Samohi: Sam in the Class of 1999 and Emily in 2002. We'd love
to hear from lost friends.
Moved to the state of Washington and will be getting married next year (2004) to Arnold Jadwin - we reunited after 27 years! Hard to believe isn't it?? We have 5 children between us and 3 grandchildren with one more on the way...Life takes down paths and we never know where we will end up....we sure didn't!
Still in SoCal and mom lives in the same house on 18th Street.
Here is a photo of me with my landscaper-son Elliot - all grown up. We live in Sydney Australia, and LOVE IT HERE. Elliot is 25. My husband is bass player, Leon Gaer, also happily ex-L.A. Visit the land of Oz and call me when you get here. Mwa, Mwa, Mel.
Beaverton, Oregon 2006 Hi to all! Though I went to school in San Diego (UCSD), I wound up back in Santa Monica--close enough to Samo to hear the band!--with my husband, Kerry, until his death after 12 years together. Lots of roller skating on the beach! More recently, I worked at the Huntley Hotel (Toppers Restaurant) in SM for 18 years after attending Otis/Parsons to get my Fine Arts degree. Lots of California hiking and travelling with a very good friend during this period. And, now, my wonderful husband of 4 years, Brian Harris (Samo 1977!), and I have just moved from Hollywood to Beaverton/Portland, Oregon. A huge change, and we`re loving it--despite the 12 inches of rain last month. Otherwise, I`m continuing to do freelance graphic work and fine art painting and looking forward to our future together up here.
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Married (2nd time) 1985 to Love of my Life. Son, Joshua (28) will become a father for the first time in May '07 and lives in Nashville. I work at a high school district as a graphic designer/web developer. My Texan husband, Bobby Lee, and I are building a strawbale house and to be completed this year.
Save the date! The Class of '71 30 year reunion has been scheduled for Saturday August 18, 2001 at The Beach Club in Santa Monica. Please send current information (address, telephone, e-mail) to Karen Henning Speedone at samohi71@aol.com In addition to Karen, members of the committee include Michael Searles, Jackie Jones and Will Mannon. We could use some volunteer help with advertising and logistics. We hope to get a mailing out in the near future.
Anchorage, AK 99511
After attending CLC for 2 years, I went North to Alaska on
a fishing trip and never returned to sunny southern California.
I am a Fire Captain with the Anchorage Fire Department, and have
worked there for the past 22 years. I have 2 daughters who are
playing in the State Championships of Little League Softball.
I hope my old buddy Sean Casey would hurry up and get up here
for a visit! Sure do miss the Malibu beaches & ferns.
Arlington., VA, 22205
I spent last summer on a journey of exploration and independence.
In seven weeks and 8,000 miles I encountered many friends, many
awesome sights and new understandings. I still teach and live
on the outskirts of Washington, D.C. I am contemplating a return
to live in California next summer. Interested in a 30 year reunion.
Contact Shelah Spiegal-Weinreich <ifiddler@yahoo.com>.
(8/97)
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www.thedarkbob.com
POB 6461
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
United States
Went on to Art Center College and studied Fine Art. Began a long and active career as a "Performance Artist" (whatever that means!). I've enjoyed a lot of travel in my career. I have performed, lectured and exhibited all over the country and abroad. I grew up in Santa Monica and I've continued to live here all my life except for about 10 years in my early adulthood when I lived in Venice, CA, Downtown LA, Hollywood (yuch!) and New York City. I've been married twice and could have been married another 3 times, no kids, although I'm very involved and very much in love with an ex-wife's son. To my classmate Tim Thiers ('71), Rest In Peace, my brother. You'd be happy to know that Charlie Watts is still the greatest drummer ever...I wish I could talk to you again about girls and cars.
Petaluma, CA 94954
several degrees and career changes over the years have lead me back to high school as a teacher in the sciences
I am currently living in San Diego and teaching quilting classes. I am married and have two daughters, 18 and 15.
Melinda SORENSON Butler, Class of '71
butlerm2@mac.com
Currently I am a College Professor - teaching in Teacher Education, and work for National Geographic part time too. I live in Indiana part time -- and Coeur d'Alene, ID (I'm hoping to relocate to CDA full time one day) the other part of the year. Recently recieved my doctorate in Education - My Six Kids are all on their own now, range in age from 20 - 31. I have 4 grandsons! My life has been busy and full, having raised my kids as a single mom for most of their growing up years. I would sure like to hear from any of my old friends!!
Who all lives in Orange County, CA???
Huntington Beach CA
Daughter of Don Steere, former Athletic Director and Football Coach; sister of Doug '74, Wendy '75 and Dena '77 Samohi grads
Hello to all my old friends from SAMOHI! Hope to see all of you at the 30 year reunion in August 2001.
I have been living in Vancouver, Washington (across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon) for 13 years. I build web sites and do software support, training and installations for a computer company where I have worked for 15 years. In my spare time I do Search and Rescue around Mt. St. Helens. I also enjoy cross-country skiing, caving, mountain-biking, hiking, mountaineering, snowmobiling and running. I have a dog (Doberman) and a husband, Rick, who also is involved in Search and Rescue. We enjoy trips to Hawaii for snorkeling and scuba diving. Life is good in Pacific Northwest.
Would love to hear from any of my Samohi classmates!
Life goes on! Sold the child-rearing house on the middlefork of the Clearwater River. Sent the youngest, Jack, to the U. of Idaho where he is a member of the track team (he pole vaults). Moved to New Meadows here in Idaho to be an elementary principal/ski bun/emt. LIFE IS GOOD!!
Las Vegas NV 89120
My 15 year old son and are living in Las Vegas and loving it. I would love to
hear from any classmates
I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM THOSE WHO REMEMBER ME. I LIVE IN CULVER CITY, CA. MARRIED WITH 3 DAUGHTERS AND ONE GRANDSON.
American Falls, ID 83211
For the past 17 years I have lived in Southeast Idaho(American Falls)which sits on the Oregon Trail overlooking the Snake River. I am married and have lots of step children, all grown up thank goodness. I work for the American Falls School District doing payroll and I love to travel. Idaho is alot different from Santa Monica but I have really learned to love it. It's fun to visit nearby Sun Valley, Jackson Hole, WY., and Yellowstone Park. I get back to SM at least once a year to visit the folks. Would love to hear from classmates.
I am a clinical assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School, and also in private law practice with my husband (Joe) in Baraboo, Wisconsin (population 10,000). We have two children, Zach (2-29-87) and Ian (2-9-87). I do all the small town things: I serve on the planning commission, sing tenor in the church (First Congregational-UCC) choir and serve on the board of trustees. I am a Rotarian. I have a general civil law practice with an emphasis on guardian ad litem work and adoptions. At the law school, I teach General Practice Skills and Client Interviewing & Counseling.
Seems like forever since high school, which makes sense because it has been almost forever. "Never trust anyone over 30" . . . and now our high school years are "over 30"!
LOS ANGELES CA
GOD HAS BEEN GOOD TO ME I KEPT ON WITH THE PIANO, I'VE PLAYED ALL OVER THE U.S. & EUROPE, AND I'M GOING BACK IN 2007, GOD WILLINGI I PRAY ALL IS WELL WITH ALL OF MY FRIENDS FROM WILL RODGERS ON TO SAMO, AND THE ONES I MET FROM LINCOLN AND MALIBU. SEE YOU IN THE FUTURE.
Enjoying the private practice of urology in San Diego. I'm married with three children, boy, girl, boy ages 7,9, and 12. Skiing, back-packing, traveling and water sports are what I do for fun. I have lost track of many of you so write me if you get the chance.
Phil
I finally retired from the US Navy/Naval Reserve last December after 30 years. I now work for a Department of Defense contractor. It took me 30 years to go back to school, but I finally have my Bachelor's and Master's in Information Technology, and am currently working on my MBA in Project Management.
Cotati, CA
Was in LA area until around '85, then moved north. I write software: embedded realtime stuff in telecom equipment for the past 11 years. Hope to have time before too much longer to visit more of the world.