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ARCHIVED
MESSAGES: Tech High Class of '51 .
October 2002 -
June 2014 |
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November 30,
2014: This Guest Book
is no longer active. It's had a good run, but the SPAMMERS found a
way to get to me. For over one month now, the Guest Book
has been getting 4 to 6 SPAM postings per day. I've tried various
tactics but nothing works to keep them out. Although there's
a real person somewhere behind it, the actual postings are now being
done by automatic software programs and there's just no way to fight
them. It's very much like automatic robocalls on your phone - no
one there unless you answer. For any further contacts, you'll have
to use Email. Sorry.
Gene |
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| 1 - June 18, 2014 10:33 am |
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| Name: |
Bobbie Morgan
(Alvarez) 1951 |
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I have moved to
be closer to 3 of our 4 children. Cecil designed the house to be
more friendly to our age. Our new address is: 908 Tyler Trail
Wylie, TX, 75098
972-442-2179 |
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| 2 - December 19, 2013 2:21 pm |
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| Name: |
bob |
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just wanted to
say happy holidays o all our tech friends.. remrbing all the
memories of main street and the dcorations of the department
stores and every one dressing up just to go to the movies...memphis
was a wonrfull place to be raised and especially may and bobby'
harris time at fairview and tech where we held hands and fell in
love and still are after our marriage in memphis in 1951 hope to
see all of you at the next reunion |
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| 3 - October 22, 2013 11:28 am |
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| Name: |
Connie Pittman
1951 |
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Received a call
from Bob Crenshaw that his brother Norris Crenshaw - Tech 1947
died this past weekend in Florida. No funeral arrangementws here
in Memphis. CARD SENT TO BOB FROM OUR CLASS> |
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| 4 - August 27, 2013 8:38 am |
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| Name: |
Bob Olson 1951 |
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I was recently
informed that Harvey Dice passed away this summer. I have been
unable to find any obituary in any Memphis papers |
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| 5 - January 13, 2013 8:55 am |
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| Name: |
Corney Nelson
Pittman |
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Many of our
class mates (especially those of us who attended Snowden Snowden
Jr. HIgh will greatly miss Bill Irby's smiling face. Untill we
met again, Peace....Connie and Esther.. |
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| 6 - October 26, 2012 5:39 pm |
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| Name: |
Pat Cockrell
Hill |
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Thank you so
much for this site. I was able to see a picture of my sister,
Glynnette Cockrell, from this class. |
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| 7 - August 9, 2012 12:42 pm |
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| Name: |
bobby wright |
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I currently live
at 301 25st phenix city,Al. |
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| 8 - July 26, 2012 2:31 pm |
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| Name: |
Gerald
Joyner-1951 |
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Just a note to
let you know that you have the wrong information for my father,
Gerald Joyner. He passed away in 1982.Married Maxine Byrd on
September 12, 1957 and they had four children, Patti,Toney,
Kenny and Pamela Joyner.
The son of Woodrow Jenkins Joyner and Bernice Chapman Joyner Van
Horn.
Gerald served in the U.S. Navy on board the U.S.S. Princeton. He
was also employed by the Memphis Fire Department as a
dispatcher. Gerald owned a DX Service Station in the 1960's and
spent spare time fishing as a hobby. Gerald was involved with AA
and found success there trying to assist others.
Gerald died an early death in 1982.
Thank you.
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| Name: |
bobby wright
1951 |
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sorry for not
writing for a long time. I got married on july 6 2011 and
needless to say have been on a honeymoon since then. my wife's
name is harriete and is a great woman. having a ball and maybe
we will see you one saturday at the get togethers. love to all.
Bobby |
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| 10 - April 29, 2012 8:49 pm |
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| Name: |
Barbara ROBERTS
'59 |
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Great to find
this link. Would loveto find classmates. |
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| 11 - January 8, 2012 7:58 am |
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| Name: |
Bobby&MayHarris
1951 |
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we just wanted
to say hey old friends we really enjoyed every one at the 60th
and want to express our sympathy for the loss of Bill and Glenn.
and others.... |
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| 12 - January 4, 2012 3:39 am |
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| Name: |
Maureen Thoni
White '69 |
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HAPPY NEW YEAR
to all my dear friends of the Class of 1951...Hope to see ya'll
often in 2012....
Mo - Honorary Techite '69 |
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| 13 - October 7, 2011 3:43 pm |
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| Name: |
Homer Ward
(Class 1960) |
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Looked at your
pictures and you all looked so nice. Your website is far and
away, the best I have viewed.I will attend Class of 51 in Hot
Springs, Ar. for the Stephens AR High School....I have
cut-copy-pasted your page for the Stephens, AR classmates of 51
; it is so outstanding ! |
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| 14 - July 7, 2011 8:09 pm |
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| Name: |
joe lyle 1950 |
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Thanks for
posting the news of the loss of our daughter. My wife Bobby
Bledsoe 1951 thanks you also. |
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| 15 - July 3, 2011 7:26 pm |
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| Name: |
Paula (Candy)
Holt Wilkinson |
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To Bobby and Joe
Lyle, we extend our prayers and sympathy in the death of your
daughter, Kim. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Candy (Holt) and Jim Wilkinson |
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| 16 - June 22, 2011 2:11 pm |
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| Name: |
Glenn Lockhart
'51 |
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Bill Johnson's
funeral arrangements:
Broadway Baptist Church, Southaven,MS.
Thursday, June 23rd
Visitation: 11:30 to 1:00
Service at 1:00 |
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| 17 - June 21, 2011 1:57 pm |
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| Name: |
Glenn Lockhart
'51 |
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Sorry to say but
Bill Johnson passed away this afternoon. Arrangements haven't
been made for now. |
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| 18 - June 19, 2011 4:59 pm |
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| Name: |
Maureen White
1969 |
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
to Gene Gill, our webmaster...Hope you enjoyed your birthday in
Europe...Miss our e-mails...Talk to ya soon...MO |
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| 19 - June 8, 2011 7:50 am |
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| Name: |
Joyce Sides
Baker 51 |
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FISH FRY
CANCELLED
The fish fry at the Kimberlin's Saturday June 11 2011 has been
cancelled due to the heat. It will be rescheduled in the early
fall. |
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| 20 - June 2, 2011 6:50 pm |
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| Name: |
Bonnie Haley
Hill |
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Just happened
upon this website. My aunt was Sara Jean Haley, Class of 1951.
She was the sister of my Dad, Edward Haley. She was a wonderful
aunt, who spoiled me rotten. Still miss her. Enjoyed looking at
the pictures of all her classmates. Thanks for the memories! |
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| 21 - May 23, 2011 12:24 pm |
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| Name: |
Flynn Fuchs |
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Hello everyone.
My father was Robert A. Fuchs. If anyone would like to contact
me, I would enjoy talking to some of his former classmates. |
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| Name: |
Connie Nelson
Pittman |
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Trying to get my
life back together, after the great BIG 60. If you did not come
you certainly missed a great week=end. Great friends, good food.
Thanks JImmy, Roberta. Sara.Joyce.Faye for all your help. Watch
the webb for all the pictres. BIG THANKS TO GENE....for posting
the picures.
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| Name: |
Gene Gill |
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It was GREAT
seeing all of you in Memphis this past weekend - like being 17
again (maybe a few 18's).
Thanks to Jim Anderson, Connie Nelson Pittman, Faye Berryhill
McCracken, and Sarah Barrett Cave for all the work they did in
making the arrangements. Everything was BEAUTIFUL, including all
of you.
Gene
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| 24 - May 2, 2011 10:41 am |
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| Name: |
Maureen White
1969 |
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Dear Class of
1951,
Thank you for a wonderful evening at your 60th reunion...My
husband and I felt so welcome and enjoyed talking with
everyone...Ya'll are such an incredible group of friends and are
so much fun to be with...Again, thank you for your friendships.
Mo - Honorary 1969 Techite |
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| 25 - April 26, 2011 3:34 pm |
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| Name: |
Gene Gill, 1951 |
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Congratulations
to the Class of 1951 on your 60th Anniversary!!!
I look forward to joining you in Memphis on Thursday during your
celebration if I can get there through all the tornados, rain,
more rain, and floods.
Gene
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| 26 - April 4, 2011 6:14 pm |
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| Name: |
Ezra Yow - 1951 |
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| Comments: |
I need to update
my address...can someone please let me know how I can do this or
who I may contact.
Thank you. |
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| 27 - March 27, 2011 1:27 pm |
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| Name: |
Pat Blaydes
Young |
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Great pictures.
Look forward to seeing more. Thanks for all your hard work. |
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| 28 - December 8, 2010 2:19 pm |
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| Name: |
Jim Harris - '49 |
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GREAT NEWS!
June's (Ambrose) ['51] tumor was benign. Thanks for all your
prayers. Jim Harris ['49] |
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| 29 - December 7, 2010 6:03 pm |
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| Name: |
Jim Harris - '49 |
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June [Ambrose -
'51] came through her biopsy today with flying colors. Now it's
just wait and see what the pathology lab report says. That
should be available to us tomorrow [Wednesday] or Thursday.
Please continue with your prayers for a "clean slate". |
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| 30 - December 5, 2010 12:44
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| Name: |
Jim Harris - '49 |
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My wife, June
{Ambrose} Class of '51 is to go in for a biopsy Tuesday at 1:00
P.M. in Huntsville, AL. as a result of her recent annual
Mammogram. We would appreciate your prayers. Thanks - Jim |
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| 31 - July 22, 2010 5:57 pm |
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| Name: |
Betty Joyce
Sides Baker 1951 |
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Granville (Cy)
Edmundson Tech '48 died 7/19/10 after a brave fight with cancer.
The funeral was today. Please be in prayer for his wife Sammie
(Tech '51) and family. Cy was a wonderful friend as well as a
military hero. He will be greatly missed. |
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| 32 - July 6, 2010 9:06 am |
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| Name: |
George Tribble
1951 |
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Sadly, we lost
our daddy on Saturday, July 3. He had been very ill for the last
6 months and had been under hospice care for the last month. We
will miss him, but find peace in knowing that he has joyfully
reunited with all of his family and friends that have gone
before him. Donna Morris |
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| 33 - May 11, 2010 6:58 am |
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| Name: |
William Long |
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well, long time
since i have had contact. i only attended one "get-together" and
that was the 35th re-union.
my carrier kept we away and retirement moved me closer to my
grandkids. i now live in monroe, ga.
it was good to see all the pictures. maybe i will get back to
memphis for one of your "get to-gethers."
Frank Long
ps does anyone know where Dick Day maybe? |
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| Name: |
Ray McMaster 51 |
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I am looking
forward to next years happining. I still miss Memphis even after
all these years away. I an taking Joye, my kids and grand-kids
on a Caribbean cruise in July for my 50 anniversity. |
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| 35 - April 10, 2010 10:44 pm |
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| Name: |
Maureen (Mo)
White 1969 |
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Dear Gene, Sue,
Jim and Shirley Anderson and Tech High class of 1951,
Thank you so much for inviting me and my husband, David, to your
April 10th, 2010 get together...It was an honor and such a
thrill to finally meet everyone... Again, thank you for one of
the most enjoyable evenings I've had in a long time...Hope to
see ya'll again in the near future....
Sincerely, Mo & David White |
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| 36 - December 24, 2009 5:37
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| Name: |
Lockhart"s '51 |
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WE wish everyone
a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!
Glenn & Roberta |
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| 37 - October 14, 2009 4:53 pm |
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| Name: |
bobby wright |
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Thanks Sue for
posting the info about Joyce. She is dearly missed. Hope to see
you after the school year ends. |
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| 38 - July 28, 2009 9:55 pm |
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| Name: |
doris shrewsbury |
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Gene,
You have done another excellent job with the website. Thank you.
Please change my e-mail to read: Doris Childress@gmail.com |
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| 39 - July 12, 2009 5:36 pm |
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| Name: |
Candy Holt
Wilkinson |
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So good to see
Glenn Lockhart and Roberta were at the dinner after his hospital
stay. Roberta, you are a good nurse. |
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| 40 - January 16, 2009 8:36 pm |
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| Name: |
Doris Shrewsbury
1951 |
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Greetings to
Everyone!
I enjoy so much the good, informative website Gene faithfully
keeps us informed by. If anyone wants to take a short vacation,
visit Nolensville here in middle Tennessee. There are antique
shops, Tennessee walking horses and a comfortable bed and
breakfast in this luscious rural setting. Best wishes. |
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| 41 - November 27, 2008 10:56
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| Name: |
Bob Boone |
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Happy
Thanksgiviing to all my classmates. Nora and I have a lot to be
thankfull for this year as Nora is now 8 weeks past her last
back operation and is pain free for the first time in over two
years. Long rehab process but she is doing terrific as she can
now bath and dress herself without assistance!!! |
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| 42 - October 30, 2008 5:50 am |
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Susan Cave |
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Is anyone
driving to St. Louis from Memphis for the funeral this weekend?
Mom wants to go and I'm going to drive her, but it'd be easier
if we could follow someone, since we've never been to St. Louis!
Thanks! |
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| 43 - September 9, 2008 3:13
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| Name: |
Glenn Lockhart
'51 |
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Shirely Pearson
(wife of Johnny Pearson) lost her brother (Larry Creswell)early
the morning of September 9,2008. Larry is the husband of Irma
Phifer Cresswell. She and Larry were both in Tech Class of 1956. |
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| 44 - September 6, 2008 2:48
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Sarah Barrett -
1951 |
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9-2-2008
Anyone heard from June Dawson Commagere? Baton Rouge was hit
hard (Hurricane Gustav). |
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| 45 - September 6, 2008 2:44
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| Name: |
Bobby Wright -
1951 |
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| Comments: |
8-20-2008
Change of email address. |
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| 46 - September 6, 2008 2:43
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Mac McCluskey -
1940 |
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7-10-2008
Seems like old times... |
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| 47 - September 6, 2008 2:42
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| Name: |
Mary Nell
McNeill - 1952 |
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7-7-08
Gene, you are doing a great job and I'm so glad the fires are
not near you. (He thinks I call too much, but you need to be
sure the fires are not going to get him...right?) |
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| 48 - September 6, 2008 2:39
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| Name: |
Gene Gill - 1951 |
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I was unaware
that our Message Board has not been working for sometime. PLEASE
let me know if you have any trouble with this new one. |
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Jim Keefe |
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thekeefes@yahoo.com |
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Thanks to all the Techites who made
the gatherings at Steak & Ale, The Anderson's home, and the Peabody
brunch such a great time for Natalie and me and the large group who
joined in with us.
Gene Gill has done his magic again on the web site to make it more user
friendly, and we all owe him a debt of thanks.
Jim Keefe
Monday, April 21st 2008 - 06:18:57
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DORIS BLACKWOOD |
| E-mail address:
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Childress.doris@yahoo.com |
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Message: |
Please note, as of May 20th, I will
have a new address.
8441 Callabee Way (8-4)
Cane Ridge, TN 37013
Don't have our phone number yet. Will post it when I get
it.
My daughter, living in Franklin, has developed ovarian cancer. The move
will put us nearer to her.
My best to all of you and be blessed.
Doris
Saturday, April 19th 2008 -
12:54:44 PM |
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June Dawson Commagere |
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Message: |
Folks, it was just great being with
you last Sat. night at the gathering - thank you Shirley and Jim (and
everyone else who helped) for all that you did to make it so enjoyable.
This time I was actually there and didn't have to look at your pictures
longingly.
Friday, April 18th 2008 - 10:36:58
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Susan Cave |
| E-mail address:
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barkleycave@bellsouth.net |
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Message: |
Thank you ALL for letting me be a
part of your wild and crazy weekend!! I enjoyed being with and meeting
you all!
Monday, April 14th 2008 - 12:04:58
PM |
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Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
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mulligan1@mindspring.com |
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Message: |
Gene Gill I have tried to send you
emails twice and both came back as "undeliverable" so I haven't a clue
as to what might be the problem!!! Have you changed your email address?
Saturday, March 8th 2008 -
08:58:51 AM |
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Connie(corney) Pittman |
| E-mail address:
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connie.pittman@nationalawards.com |
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Message: |
TO ALL THE TECH GRADUATES...DO YOU
HAPPEN TO KNOW THE DATE OF OUR BELOVED PRINCIPALS (MR.HIGHSAWS) DEATH.
SO IF YOU DO Not KNOW, IT WAS MARCH 11, 1962. HE WAS IN WASHINGTON.
D.C.WORKING FOR THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS. HIS REMAINS WERE BROUGHT BACK
TO MEMPHIS FOR BURIAL. I REMEMBER THIS VERY WELL, AS HE AND MY FATHER
DIED THE SAME DAY/YEAR.
Monday, March 3rd 2008 - 02:40:29
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Jim Keefe |
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thekeefes@yahoo.com |
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Message: |
Hi Everyone: Thanks for all the cards
of encouragement from my classmates. It has been a truly humbling
experience and I am so appreciative.
I have finished 7 radiation treatments and 8 of the chemotherapy. So far
the main side effects have been weakness, and I tend to nap a lot during
the day. Natalie has been my strength, and she's a blessing to me. The
good news is that I get the weekends off from the radiation. At this
point I'm about 1/4 the way though the treatments. They say I'll lose my
hair, but maybe when it comes back it will be curly! My best wishes for
Carl Kimberlin as he goes through his treatments. Getting old isn't for
sissies!
Saturday, December 8th 2007 -
04:54:05 PM |
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Jan Wicker Curtis |
| E-mail address:
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janlcurtis@comcast.net |
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Message: |
My Dad was Frank Dalton Wicker. The
date listed in the memoriam is incorrect. His date of death was
09/06/1991. He is buried in the Veterans National Cemetery in Memphis.
Friday, November 23rd 2007 -
07:28:56 PM |
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Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
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locga@aol.com |
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Message: |
Congratulations and wonderful job
done to Gene for 6 years of webmastering this web site.
And to Sue & Joyce and others for all the woderful pictures.
I may have my "senior moments", but I always remember this web site and
all of my friends from TECH.
Thanks to all of you for the memories. Glenn
Saturday, November 3rd 2007 -
06:50:47 PM |
| Your
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DORIS SHREWSBURY BLACKWOOD |
| E-mail address:
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barbchild007@comcast.net |
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Message: |
Tonight, October 19, 2007, Andy
Childs and band will be on Channel 13 at 7:00PM. The name of the band is
"Sixwires."
They will be competing to become America's next greatest band.
Thank you for watching and voting.
Doris
Friday, October 19th 2007 -
12:35:48 PM |
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Sue Lee Johnson, Tech 1951 |
| E-mail address:
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sue-lee-johnson@comcast.net |
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Message: |
Hi Darin,
Les Paul and Mary Ford were very popular in the '50's. We loved their
music and of course we danced to it. They had some great music - "Bye,
Bye Blues" - "The World is Waiting for the Sunrise" and many others. I
think most would agree with me however that our favorite swing music for
dancing would have to be Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman. When Glenn
Miller's "String of Pearls" or "In The Mood" were played it was
impossible to remain seated - you just had to dance. The slow dance
music from these two bands were also the tops - "At Last" - " Stardust"
- "The Nearness of You" and way too many to list. But to answer your
question "High How the Moon" was very popular as were all of Les Paul
and Mary Ford's music. Yes, it was much faster than most other dance
music of the time, but we danced to it just the same.......(just had to
dance faster!)
Thanks for your interest. I hope this helped.
Sue Lee Johnson
Tuesday, September 11th 2007 -
09:19:27 AM |
| Your
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Darin |
| E-mail address:
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magicmoments1950@msn.com |
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Message: |
To anyone on this board...I'm doing
research on the music that was popular in the early 1950's and
partcularly interested on people's opinion of that music, as teenagers
at the time. I find that a lot of the music in the post-war era was slow
ballads and not a lot of upbeat tunes like in the swing era. One song in
particular that I'm interested in know ing about id "How High The Moon"
by Les Paul and Mary Ford. It came out in the spring of 1951 and was #1
on Your Hit Parade for a few weeks. It had it's own, distinct sound that
was like no other, at the time:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ezw_4YTIa8M
I guess my question would be just how popular was this song, in your
opinion, and was it well liked by the teenagers at that time? Also, it
has a fast beat, so was it danceable, as well?
Darin Kuna
Pomona, CA
Tuesday, September 11th 2007 -
02:36:54 AM |
| Your
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DORIS SHREWSBURY BLACKWOOD |
| E-mail address:
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Drs_Childress@yahoo.com |
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Message: |
Please note my e-mail address has
changed.
Regards,
Doris
Wednesday, September 5th 2007 -
11:50:37 AM |
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Gloria Melton Jones |
| E-mail address:
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rskiles@bellsouth.net |
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Message: |
I like your captions under the food
pics on the April 2007 get-together. How did you know I liked food so
well? I love looking at the pictures at my daughters home on her
computer. We had such a good time that week-end. Thanks Gene!
Thursday, August 23rd 2007 -
03:15:55 PM |
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Name: |
george tribble |
| E-mail address:
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geotrib@comcast.net |
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Message: |
I don,t remember George Trimble, This
is the second time he has shown up at our get-togethers. He seems like a
nice fellow tho.
Sunday, August 12th 2007 -
07:55:41 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Clyde and Mary Louise Hooker |
| E-mail address:
|
zedamlh@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
This is a wonderful gift, all of you,
have given to those of us who are still around to enjoy reminiscing
about "our" Tech years. Thank you so very much. (Class of '44)
Friday, May 25th 2007 - 02:00:20
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Frank Long (William F. Jr) |
| E-mail address:
|
flong0129@windstream.net |
|
Message: |
Please change my address to:
Frank Long
601 Breedlove Dr
#301
Monroe, Ga 30655
770 267 8295
cell 678 763 1302
Wednesday, May 23rd 2007 -
02:02:10 PM |
| Your
Name: |
george tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
geotrib@comcast.net |
|
Message: |
The guy in the picture from May get-together,George
Trimble, looks at lot like me
Enjoyed seeing you all.
Sunday, May 13th 2007 - 07:38:36
AM |
| Your
Name: |
joe lyle |
| E-mail address:
|
joelyle@charter.net |
|
Message: |
We are so very sad to learn of the
passing of Mary Nell Cain Upshaw who left us this morning. She had
battled cancer for years. She and my wife (Bobby Bledsoe) were friends
since first grade. Our prayers are with her family. Joe & Bobby 5/5/07
Saturday, May 5th 2007 - 05:34:43
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Mary Nell (Parks) McNeill |
| E-mail address:
|
marynmcneill@aol.com |
|
Message: |
I sure am glad I found Gene Gill as
he is doing a great job on all the web-sites or anything he undertakes.
He is a great friend. God bless Gene! ! !
Thursday, May 3rd 2007 - 09:23:46
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bennie Moore Campbell |
| E-mail address:
|
TCampbell5@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Good news: Tom and I had a great
evening with everyone at Jim's get together. It is always so good to see
friends and renew memories. Not so good news: Tom ran into Joy Robards
today and she said that Ali has only 3 to 7 days to live. He is at home
and I know Joy would appreciate hearing from Ali's many friends and your
prayers.
Friday, April 20th 2007 - 12:09:32
PM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
|
Message: |
Just finished seeing ALL of the great
pictures, clicking on each one. Thanks to you photograhers, those of us
who weren't there can catch the spirit of the events. I really regret
missing out on all the fun and learning what you classmates have been
doing. And thank you, Gene, for doing such a fantastic job as webmaster.
Wednesday, April 18th 2007 -
08:19:01 PM |
| Your
Name: |
ROB JOLLY class of 1970 |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
to my great friends in the Tech High
class of 1951, the wonderful webmaster and especially the Andersons.
marie and i were so sorry to miss the weekend event but we had to put
her parents in an assisted living home and i had to be there to help. we
really wanted to see and visit with everyone and are sorry we missed.
plese invite us again. you are all such loving people and so nice to
include us.
In Christ
rob and marie Jolly
Tuesday, April 17th 2007 -
04:54:55 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED WITH THE
GATHERING AT THE ANDERSONS, WE ARE GRATEFUL, HAPPY, AND WORN OUT! THE
FOOD WAS DELICIOUS, THE CONVERSATIONS GREAT, THE WARMTH OF BEING WITH
TECH FRIENDS, PRICELESS. THANKS, AND ESPECIALLY TO JIM AND SHIRLEY
ANDERSON, WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME. JIM & NATALIE KEEFE
Sunday, April 15th 2007 - 08:29:10
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Jim,
Just because you and Natalie know I'm in bed by 8 PM doesn't mean you
have to let all of Memphis know.
Gene
Monday, March 26th 2007 - 05:57:12
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Hi: Looking forward to the
mini-reunion at the Anderson's home on the 14th of April. Natalie and I
will be driving down from St. Louis with our special guest, Gene Gill.
Should have fun, and if Gene looks weary, it's because we kept him up
late and busy for a day in St. Louis. Go Yellowjackets! Jim Keefe
Monday, March 26th 2007 - 04:08:22
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Ruth Ann Koleas |
| E-mail address:
|
RuKoleas@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Thanks to all of you for your many
expressions of love and concern shown to me during the Bob's illness and
his death. Bob always enjoyed the fellowship and friendship of his Tech
Hi group and looked forward to the dinners, parties, and reunions. It is
amazing how you all have kept together for so many years. I appreciate
how all of you included me in this circle of friends even though I was
one of those "Central Hi" alums. I want to especially thank Harry
Riggins for passing on the information about Bob, and to all of you who
were able to be at the visitation and funeral. Bob was indeed a special
person and the love of my life. Thank you again for all of your many
kindnesses.
Sunday, March 4th 2007 - 09:34:27
AM |
| Your
Name: |
DORIS SHREWSBURY |
| E-mail address:
|
GARAVELLE@YAHOO.COM |
|
Message: |
GOOD NEWS AT LAST! ON MONDAY,
FEBRUARY 8TH, CPL. RYAN SHOEMAKE WILL BE RETURNED HOME. WE ARE SO
THANKFUL. WE KNOW IT IS THE PRAYERS OF MANY THAT PROTECTED HIM WHILE HE
WAS IN IRAQ. HIS BEST BUDDY WAS KILLED WHILE RIDING BESIDE HIM BY
INSURGENTS. HE WILL BATTLING SOME BAD MEMORIES.
BUT, THANKS TO ALL OF YOU THAT BREATHED A PRAYER ON HIS BEHALF. WE ARE
HOPING HE WON'T BE RETURNED TO THAT BAD PLACE.
AFFECTIONATELY,
DORIS SHREWSBURY BLACKWOOD
Monday, January 29th 2007 -
03:36:28 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Teresa Brown-Harris |
| E-mail address:
|
Tharri34@bellsouth.net |
|
Message: |
This is a wonderful website! I was in
the Class of "77". We are getting ready for our 30th Year reunion, the
first one we have ever had! I only hope we can get something like this
going. Keep up the good work!
Sunday, December 24th 2006 -
11:20:15 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Mann |
| E-mail address:
|
abqbob@comcast.net |
|
Message: |
I just want to congratulate you on
your wonderful website.
I was in the class of '47 at Tech, and we don't have anything like this.
You all should be proud of the site, as I'm sure a lot of you have
contributed to it. I assume that Sue Johnson and Gene Gill are the ones
who constructed the site and keep it up to date, and if so, they deserve
the thanks of everyone. And, I thank them too. Keep up the good work. I
noticed a message about Sue Lee having some medical problems. I wish her
the best. Bob Mann
Wednesday, November 1st 2006 -
12:28:41 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Steve Melton |
| E-mail address:
|
Smelton1@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
A Reunion for the 1960-1966 classes
of Tech High School will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, 5069
Sanderlain, Memphis, TN on September 16, 2006 beginnning at 5:30 PM.
Preliminary event will be held at the Botanic Gardens on September 15,
2006 beginning at 7:00 PM.
Tuesday, August 22nd 2006 -
10:31:38 AM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Joyce Sides Baker called to remind me
of the August get together and I intended to attend.
Friday I had an attack of gastro problems and spent the week in
Germantown Methodist Hospital.
I am home now and feelin pretty good. Will plan to be at the next
dinner.
Everbody hang in there,we are going to make it.
Friday, August 18th 2006 -
03:01:52 PM |
| Your
Name: |
wava paseur |
| E-mail address:
|
itswavaagain@comcast.net |
|
Message: |
It was such a joy to have Don Hild
find me. I've been missing about 4 years since I moved back to
Tuscumbia, Al from Destin, Fl. Sue Lee and I have been emailing and now
i'm enjoying the website. It's wonderful. Would love to hear from all
yall techites. Wava
Thursday, August 10th 2006 -
04:22:49 AM |
| Your
Name: |
DORIS SHREWSBURY |
| E-mail address:
|
GARAVELLE@YAHOO.COM |
|
Message: |
MARINE RYAN SHOEMAKE HAS BEEN
RETURNED TO IRAQ FOR A
SECOND TOUR OF DUTY. THEY HAVE LOST 4 BOYS FROM HIS UNIT
IN ONE WEEK. PLEASE KEEP HIM AND HIS UNIT IN YOUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS. HE IS MY GRANDSON-IN-LAW AND MY GRANDDAUGHTER
IS HAVING A BAD TIME.
I REALIZE THIS IS UNPLEASANT READING, BUT I HOPE YOU WILL
SHARE MY CONCERNS. BLESSINGS TO ALL.
Tuesday, August 1st 2006 -
05:24:51 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Mardy H. McCommon |
| E-mail address:
|
mhmccommon@bellsouth.net |
|
Message: |
Hi,
I am not missing anymore...Sarah and I live in Marietta Georgia. I am
retired from Delta Air Lines (in 1993 with 41 years of service) and am
now with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce in Organizational
Development.
Thursday, July 27th 2006 -
04:03:20 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Received the 55th Reunion photo and
had to make a special trip out to get a frame for it. I also will say
that it is better quality than my 50th Vanderbilt Reunion photo!! The
photo is on the table next to my bed!!!
Now to figure out how to make it back for a monthly at Perkins!!!
Thursday, July 6th 2006 - 01:38:58
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Anne (Willis) Jones |
| E-mail address:
|
annjns@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Hi,
I graduated from Tech in 1963 and just wanted to say that I love your
website!!! It is just awesome the way you have it set up...... just wish
my class year had something like this. I don't believe I have seen
another one that even compares with yours. I wish I had the know-how and
the contacts to do one like this for our class.
Anne (Willis) Jones
Tuesday, July 4th 2006 - 06:52:03
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Ruth Hage St.Peter |
| E-mail address:
|
ruthpete44@hotmail.com |
|
Message: |
I just want to thank Gene Gill for
our class of 1955 roster, we wouldn't be out there if it wasn't for him
doing this. Again, thanks.
Ruth
Friday, June 30th 2006 - 11:45:12
AM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Anyone know when we will get our 55th
reunion group pictures?
Friday, June 23rd 2006 - 08:40:06
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
In Gene's absence this is the only
way I have of letting you know what's going on. Shirley Williams, Bill
Davis"s sister, called to let us know that Bill was having some
problems. He's been in the hospital. Keep him in your prayers.
6/15/06
Thursday, June 15th 2006 -
10:08:00 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
I just got an email from Mildred Hill
letting us know that Glenn Lockhart is in Baptist East Hospital - Room
4445 - Memphis, TN. He is being treated for pneumonia and other
breathing problems. Roberta isn't sure how long he'll have to be in
there. Remember Glenn in your prayers. Mildred also reported she had her
first stress test since her heart surgery and got a good report! Hooray!
And I'm recovering just fine from the pacemaker surgery. Sometimes these
"golden years" get a little difficult!
6/12/06
Monday, June 12th 2006 - 09:00:02
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
If anyone happens to know LaFelle
Milsteads children, Connie (Nelson) Pittman would like to get in touch
with them. Connie has some like new portraits of LaFelle from high
school that she would like to give to the family of LaFelle. Let us know
here, or let Connie know at 5125 Princeton Rd., Memphis, TN 38117-2108 =
901-683-8252
Friday, May 26th 2006 - 12:18:01
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
A belated thanks to all that made the
55th Reunion such a special occasion for Nora and I. The good memories
from both times I lived in Memphis came flooding back, starting when I
missed the turn onto McLean enroute to Dino's and discovered I was on
the street where I had a paper route and then as we pulled up at Dino's
I told Nora I had lived a few blocks away on Faxon! Other memories came
back the longer I was there!! I discovered from Glenn Lockhart that when
I lived on Rayner and went to Rozelle (early 4th grade) that he was
there and also discovered people that were at Peabody!! I also didn't
remember living so close to both Fairview and Snowden! But Jim Hood
really got to me when he told Nora I was Mr. Drane's pet!! Which to some
extent was true, but the reason is way too long a story for here. Nora
and I had a terrific time and I hope we can make it back sooner than
waiting on the 60th!
I really feel I missed so much for ever leaving Memphis!
(Posted 5-12-06)
Friday, May 12th 2006 - 06:28:22
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Mary Nell McNeill |
| E-mail address:
|
marynmcneill@aol.com |
|
Message: |
I want you to know the Class of 1951
had a great 55th Reunion & I never had so much fun. Everything was
perfect & I hope our class of 1952 can have as much fun. Come & join us
in Sept. 2007.
(Posted 5-12-06)
Friday, May 12th 2006 - 04:54:16
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Joyce Sides Baker |
| E-mail address:
|
wbaker6@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Thanks to all who came to our Reunion
and made it such a success. It was so good to see everyone again, some
not so long ago and some more than 50 years ago. Some of you came from
far off and it was great to see you. The Class photos of the different
years taken by Pam Brant should be ready in 2 0r 3 weeks.
(Posted 5-1-06)
Monday, May 1st 2006 - 07:55:04 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bobbie (Morgan) Alvarez |
| E-mail address:
|
cecila2005@charter.net |
|
Message: |
Great reunion! Thanks to all of you
for making it such a special occasion. Cecil and I ENJOYED every minute
and hope to see you at the next one, GOD willing. If anyone is ever in
our area, we have a spare bedroom and a welcome mat out for you. Bobbie
(Posted 4-30-06)
Sunday, April 30th 2006 - 02:13:04
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Words can't express the great time
Natalie & I had at the reunion. The work done by the committee was
extraordinary! The photos on the web site are amazing, and bring back
memories which are golden. Thanks is such an insignificant word to say
to Gene, Joyce, Sue, Jimmy, Esther, Roberta and Glenn, and on and on,
but that's all we have. A treasure to keep, Thank you, Thank you! I
really sat in wonderment as I looket at the pictures. We sincerely
appreciate all the work done by the committee, and especially the chore
of putting all the pictures on the web site. Trememdous! We are so
lucky, and thankful of our friends from dear old Tech!
(Posted 4-28-06)
Friday, April 28th 2006 - 04:44:06
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jo Lynn Yarbrough Smith |
| E-mail address:
|
OctoberJo@aol.com |
|
Message: |
After running into Sue this morning
while shopping, it prompted me to write this note which I have been
meaning to do all week.
Thanks for a great time at a great reunion!!
It was so good to see some familiar faces and some, not so familiar, but
welcome ones, nevertheless.
Cortez and I enjoyed very much taking part in your get-together on
Friday evening and only wish we had planned to attend the Saturday
evening function as well.
Again, thanks for a geat time.
You all did an excellent job and are to be commended.
Jo Lynn Y. Smith
(Posted 4-27-06)
Thursday, April 27th 2006 -
03:16:23 PM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Thanks to all who organized the 55th
reunion. It was really great. The only thing that confused me is how all
the girls stayed beautiful and all us guys got old and paunchy. God
bless us all.
(Posted 4-23-06)
Sunday, April 23rd 2006 - 12:26:40
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Candy Holt Wilkinson |
| E-mail address:
|
jimbowilky@centurytel.net |
|
Message: |
Congratulations - You all did a
wonderful job on your reunion. I know it takes a lot of hard work and
cooperation, but you all pulled it off.
Jim and I had a great time Saturday night, only sorry we had to miss
Friday.
Great to see so many old (in years) friends.
Candy Holt Wilkinson
(Posted 4-23-06)
Sunday, April 23rd 2006 - 05:35:51
AM |
| Your
Name: |
DORIS SHREWSBURY |
| E-mail address:
|
GARAVELLE@YAHOO.COM |
|
Message: |
THE PREVIOUS MESSAGE BY ROB JOLLY
SAYS IT ALL. THE WELL
PLANNED, WELL ORGANIZED AND WELL EXECUTED FRIDAY NIGHT
CELEBRATION FOR THE 55TH CLASS REUNION WAS AWESOME. TO
SEE FRIENDS I HAD NOT SEEN IN 55 YEARS WAS A GREAT BLESSING.
I WAS ESPECIALLY THRILLED THAT EVERYONE SEEMED HAPPY AND
PLEASED. TO REITERATE WHAT ROB SAID, GENE GILL IS A MULTI-
TALENTED PERSON AND DUE ALL THE PRAISE GIVEN HIM. THANKS
TO ALL THE COMMITTEE THAT MADE EVERYTHING SO SPECIAL. AND,
ESPECIALLY SUE LEE JOHNSON. GOOD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD
PEOPLE AND THIS WAS EXTRA GOOD. DORIS AND REGINA
(Posted 4-22-06)
Saturday, April 22nd 2006 -
08:33:08 PM |
| Your
Name: |
ROB JOLLY |
| E-mail address:
|
ACTINGROB@AOL.COM |
|
Message: |
Let me be the first to say what a
marvelous time my wife (marie) and I had at the reunion last night.
EVERYTHING was just wonderful. The food, the fellowship and the fun of
seeing everyone have such a great time was super!! I was honored to be
able to share the historical collection and many, many graduates found
relatives in our TEch High School Annual collection. Gene Gill deserved
all the words of praise he received and more. The decorations were
lovely and Jim Anderson spoke from the heart as he kept the program
moving along. Your class (and the ones around you) provided a feeling of
love to those of us lucky enough to share in it.
I will see many of you again as we tour Tech later this morning. Thank
you for including us in your walk down memory lane.
Rob Jolly
class of 1970
(Posted 4-22-06)
Saturday, April 22nd 2006 -
04:20:27 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Thanks Sue and Gene,
I really never intended to wear a suit and tie, but to make Nora happy,
I had to ask!! Gene sent me piftures from the 50th and I let Nora look
at them and she said, "it looks as if I don't need a dress either". Now
we can travel lighter than normal!!!
I am so ready for this!!!
Monday, April 3rd 2006 - 05:19:44
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Bob, Casual to us means
"comfortable". Jackets and ties are not required. Golf shirts are fine!
The reunion is meant to be a relaxed get together with lots of good
fellowship with long time friends. The only requirement for this event
is that you enjoy yourself! We are really looking forward to seeing
everyone!!!
Monday, April 3rd 2006 - 02:31:59
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Since leaving Memphis in 1952, I have
lived in Nashville, GA, LA, AL(twice), SC, VA, HI, WA and now FL and
every place has a different deffinition of "casual dress", so I hope I
don't need to bring coat and tie for te 55th!! When I retired in 1995, I
told Nora I would only wear a suit and tie to wedding or funerals!!
So is slacks and a golf shirt OK?
Monday, April 3rd 2006 - 01:48:15
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene Gill |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Bob,
EXCELLENT IDEA!
The maps have now been posted and you can download them from the "55th
Reunion" page on our website.
Of the 4 Motels on the Reunion Committee's List, the Hampton Inn Poplar
Avenue is across the street from Corky's Bar-B-Q. Eat hearty!
Gene
(Posted 2-2-06)
Thursday, February 2nd 2006 -
02:20:24 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
For those of us that haven't been to
Memphis since the summer of '52 when my parents moved to Florida, It
would sure be helpful if a map of the spots for the 55th Reunion could
either br posted or sent to those of us that are probably going to get
lost more than once while there!!!
Also which of the Motels is close to good barbeque? I haven't any good
BBQ since I left Alabama in '95!
(Posted 2-1-06)
Wednesday, February 1st 2006 -
04:31:20 PM |
| Your
Name: |
rob jolly class of 1970 |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Merry Christmas to all my Tech high
friends.....as most of you know, i collect Tech items for all of us to
enjoy. recently a classmate from the 1968 class (danny ferrell) sent me
a treasure box of items. Included in the box was a football clippings
scrapbook of Harry Carmical, a 1948 football jersey in perfect condition
with the number 11 on it and a class picutre of the class of 1948 on the
steps in front of Tech. that happens also to be the class my dad was in
and....... he is in the picture. i sent the list to roy johnson and he
wrote back a lot of valuable info on harry and the jersey. thanks roy....
any info anyone else has would be appreciated. also keep in mind that i
have the entire set of tech annuals and make copies of anything for
anyone at any time. free of charge. these items need to be shared. i
have found many parents and grandparents for people.
if you have anything from old tech that you would like to add to our
collection just let me know. happy holidays. rob jolly
(Posted 12-25-05)
Sunday, December 25th 2005 -
05:46:29 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Virginia Clingan |
| E-mail address:
|
dclingan@satx.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Does anyone remember Pat or Betty
Christian?
They are my cousins and, I believe, they were in the class of 1950.
(Posted 11-29-05)
Tuesday, November 29th 2005 -
11:03:09 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Brownie Yow |
| E-mail address:
|
ezra.yow@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Hello to all, I was looking at the
directory and found the city that I live in mispelled. Please correct
Bellington to Bellingham.
Thanks,
Brownie A. Yow
(Posted 11-28-05)
Monday, November 28th 2005 -
04:50:04 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Dan Wilson |
| E-mail address:
|
wilson.dan@sbcglobal.net |
|
Message: |
Gene you have done a great service to
old Tech High. I appreciate Sue Lee providing me with the website
address. I enjoy covering everything. Your site has enabled me to visit
with old friends from school. And yes I do think it is time for me to
revisit my past. I had lunch with Sue Farrow, she is all that I
remembered, full of fun and spirit. Thanks again....Dan
(Posted 10-12-05)
Wednesday, October 12th 2005 -
10:37:25 AM |
| Your
Name: |
B.Doris Shrewsbury Blackwood |
| E-mail address:
|
cbarbara1111@hotmail.com |
|
Message: |
Interesting web-site. I think I
graduated in this class.
The classes I took enabled me to hold the following jobs:
Executive Secretary, City of Memphis
Courtroom Deputy for Federal Judge Bernice Donald
Marriage: 21 years to Cecil Blackwood of the Blackwood
Brothers Gospel Quartet winners of 8 grammys.
(Posted 10-6-05)
Thursday, October 6th 2005 -
06:43:25 PM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Thanks to the class of 51 for your
memorial donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital in my wife Betty's
name.
Thanks also to Bill, Sue and Sara for the beautiful cards.
Betty was very ill for the past 5 years but she fought to the very end.
A word of advice, tell your mate everyday how much you love them. I
really miss being able to do that.
(Posted 10-1-05)
Saturday, October 1st 2005 -
05:19:20 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Nancy Douglass |
| E-mail address:
|
ntdouglass@juno.com |
|
Message: |
Jerry & Elaine Stewart & Don Hild & I
have just visited your website & we are VERY impressed. You inspire us
to do great things! We especially enjoyed the old Memphis scenes &
learning of your deceased members. Keep up the good work.
Nancy Tucker Douglass
(Posted 8-10-05)
Wednesday, August 10th 2005 -
10:59:58 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Teresa Howe-Elliott |
| E-mail address:
|
chowbaby55@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Gene has graciously extended the
Classes of 1967 - 73 an invitation to post a message at your website.
The seven classes listed 67-73 are having a joint reunion.
Casual night will be Sept 16th,2005 at Hillwood located at Davies
Plantation and Banquet will be held Sept 17th at Woodland Hills. If you
know of anyone, a child, sibling, neighborhood ,co-worker, church member
who attended Tech - please have them email me at chowbaby55@yahoo.com.
Just by mentioning it they may have had someone attend those yrs. I have
had children of classmates see my postings and call for their parents!
lol so if you could assist, I would appreciate it very much.
Thank you again for allowing me to post here at your site.
Go Tech!
Teresa Howe-Elliott
Yellowjacket Editor 73'
Class of 1973
(Posted 8-1-05)
Monday, August 1st 2005 - 09:20:33
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim & Natalie Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Hi: Just looked at Sue & Bill's
anniversary cruise. What a great view, and a terrific way to celebrate.
We're jealous! We're heading for Alaska next month, but the cruise the
Johnson's took must be the best!
(Posted 7-14-05)
Thursday, July 14th 2005 -
01:44:01 PM |
| Your
Name: |
joyce sides baker |
| E-mail address:
|
wbaker6@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
This is the 4th time I have tried to
send a message. I am a slow learner. Being computer illiterate, I have
finally figured out how to get on the message board. (hope I don't
forget).
Hello to all Techites. It will soon be time for our 55th Reunion and I
hope all of you can come to it next year.
Joyce
(Posted 5-25-05)
Wednesday, May 25th 2005 -
09:37:04 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Harris - Class of 49 |
| E-mail address:
|
capobs1@bellsouth.net |
|
Message: |
Howdy, Folks.
I just dropped into the very remarkable Tech Hi web page for a trip down
Memory Lane again. While it was fun, it was a bit sad that we couldn't
be there for so many get-togethers in person and all the GREAT
fellowship [and food :-)]. We'll see how the Reunion next year can be
arranged.
We are doing pretty good for young people of this historic era. June is
doing great now from the stroke and I'm in the midst of having both eyes
"cleaned out" from cataracts.
We wish you all GREAT health and much happiness. Hope to see you all
next year.
With much love for you all,
June Ambrose Harris ('51) and Jim Harris ('49)....................
(Posted 5-9-05)
Monday, May 9th 2005 - 02:04:56 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
We finally made it Florida!!! After
the years it took to convince Nora to leave Seattle, it finally came to
pass. I will say that a 3000 mile relocation is a task best not done at
"our" age!! So if any of the class of '51 makes it down this way--give
us a call!!!
we close on the house here Monday, and the moving van arrives Thursday
and then I guess the real work starts--trying to find things stuffed in
boxes!!
Saturday, April 2nd 2005 -
04:46:38 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Peggy Shelby |
| E-mail address:
|
LePengyou@cs.com |
|
Message: |
WOW!!! I am from the class of'65.
This is a site that we need so bad! Yall are doing a wonderful job!
Thanks for giving me a precious review of Tech years. I can't believe
that I recognize so many of the teachers.
(Posted 3-28-05)
Monday, March 28th 2005 - 06:01:12
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gloria |
| E-mail address:
|
dolphin4434@hotmail.com |
|
Message: |
I am a graduate of "74" and not in
your alumini class but stumbled upon your web site and would love to say
how "wonderful" it is. You have done an "awesome" job and your class is
to be commended for keeping in touch the way you have..enjoyed it very
much and which some of my alumni could be as active...
(Posted 3-14-05)
Monday, March 14th 2005 - 06:40:01
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Nora and I will relocate to The
Villages, Florida on or about April 1at, assuming that the next few
weeks go as planned! House closes here in Issaquah March 29th and the
new house in Florida on April 4th. We tried to figure out a way to make
the April Gathering but it just cannot be arranged!!! I guess at some
point when we get settled we will make a trip up so we can see all you
folks!! My 50th Vanderbilt Reunion will be in the fall and if all else
fails we will make the Memphis visit as an extension of that trip.
(Posted 3-6-05)
Sunday, March 6th 2005 - 07:51:17
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Hi Everyone! My day finally arrived!!
Had my last chemo treatment!! I want to thank everyone for the prayers,
encouragement and kindness extended to me. My words can't adequately
express how I appreciate such wonderful friends. I'm so saddened at the
death of my dear friend, Howard Busselle. He will be deeply missed by
all of us.
This poem is so appropriate:
Make new friends, but keep the old,
Those are silver, these are gold.
New-made friendships, like new wine,
Age will mellow and refine.
Friendships that have stood the test -
Time and change - are surely best;
Brow may wrinkle, hair grow gray;
Friendship never knows decay.
For'mid old friends, tried and true,
Once more we our youth renew.
But Old friends, alas! may die;
New friends must their place supply.
Cherish friendship in your breast-
New is good, but old is best;
Make new friends, but keep the old'
Those are silver, these are gold!
(Posted 3-6-05)
Saturday, March 5th 2005 -
08:57:27 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Horace "Sonny" Clark |
| E-mail address:
|
refclark2003@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
I was married to Lynn Nicholas for 36
years until she passed away sudddenly in 1991. I sincerely appreciated
the folks in her Tech class both when we attended a few reunions and
your nice gestures when we lost her. Sue Lee Johnson was nice enough to
respond to our daughter's (Kendall) e-mail to the website and that meant
a lot to Kendall. I do remember how important Sue's friendship meant to
Lynn even though we did not get to spend much time with her and Bill.
Just wanted to say "hi" and God Bless.
(Posted 2-3-05)
Thursday, February 3rd 2005 -
09:27:08 AM |
| Your
Name: |
joe lyle |
| E-mail address:
|
joelyle@charter.net |
|
Message: |
i am of the class of 1950 and married
bobby jo bledsoe (class of 1951) in 1950 .. STILL got her..my name was
spelled "lyles" in your directory. it is singular -no "s". we love the
web site it is much fun. i got some old pics of bobby in to folders. i
hope to be at 55th reunion this year. thanks
(Posted 1-26-05)
Wednesday, January 26th 2005 -
09:23:33 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Kendall Clark |
| E-mail address:
|
northsouth@aol.com |
|
Message: |
My mom was Lynn Nicholas and I know
she would've enjoyed this website. She loved Tech High and often said
the days spent there were some of the happiest of her life. Really a
nice site you have here. I have a lot of old photos from these times, as
I am the family heirloom keeper; can share them if anyone wishes. So
glad Carla (Bennie Mae Frost and Carl Kimberlin's daughter) told me
about this site. Carla and I are still friends through the years, as I
see many of you are. Old friends are treasures. Best to all...
(Posted 1-3-05)
Monday, January 3rd 2005 -
08:05:15 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Merry Christmas to all,
I am visiting my son (Nora will arrive later this week) in Alexandria,
VA and want to tell everyone how much I have enjoyed being able to
"visit" with everyone via the Internet these past years!!
Nora and I got an early Christmas present--our house sold and we will
relocate to Florida in March (the buyer wanted an extended closing,
which was better for us too) and then we can drive up to Memphis and see
everyone!!!
Bob and Nora Boone
(Posted 12-20-04)
Monday, December 20th 2004 -
08:55:21 AM |
| Your
Name: |
rob jolly |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Happy holidays to all my Tech high
friends. Hope the season finds you in good health. I wanted to thank Roy
Johnson for his generosity to me and our Tech collection of items. He
copied an entire 1947 book of highschool football greats in Memphis and
mailed it to me. What an honor to include it in all the Tech items we
have collected. My thanks to Roy for this treasure. I want each of you
to write me if you have questions or needs concerning any Tech info.
Merry Christmas
Rob Jolly.......Tech high graduate.
(Posted 12-17-04)
Friday, December 17th 2004 -
03:33:53 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Roy Johnson (CLASS OF 50) |
| E-mail address:
|
roynpegjohn@aol.com |
|
Message: |
JERRY TAYLOR (CLASS OF 52) ADVISED IN
AN E-MAIL TODAY THAT DELL DEAN (CLASS OF 52) IS IN A BAD WAY IN BAPTIST
HOSPITAL & THE PROGNOSIS IS NOT GOOD. SAY YOUR PRAYERS FOR HIM.
(Posted 12-8-04)
Wednesday, December 8th 2004 -
08:52:45 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Roy Johnson (Class of 50) |
| E-mail address:
|
roynpegjohn@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Curtis Witt, class of 50, died today
around noon at the nursing home where he has resided for some time. He
was a friend of mine for 60 years and a friend to many of his Tech
classmates.
(Posted 11-27-04)
Saturday, November 27th 2004 -
04:46:41 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Brownie Yow |
| E-mail address:
|
ezra.yow@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Hi classmates,
I finally got to read all the messages that were posted. I can see that
I've truly missed a lot over the years.
(Posted 11-17-04)
Wednesday, November 17th 2004 -
11:41:05 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Mary Nell (Parks) McNeill |
| E-mail address:
|
marynmcneill@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Sue,
You look darling with your new hat but you look great in anything. We
love you, Class of 1952
Mary Nell
(Posted 11-16-04)
Tuesday, November 16th 2004 -
07:20:36 AM |
| Your
Name: |
June (Ambrose) & Jim Harris |
| E-mail address:
|
capobs@juno.com |
|
Message: |
Good evening, Friends.
June & I had a GREAT surprise today when Sammie (Foster) Edmunson called
for a visit. She called to check on June and give us some updates.
June is doing very well after her minor stroke (if there is such a
thing) of 30 December 2003.
We were sorry to hear about Sue Lee and wish her a swift and full
recovery. Also, we were saddened to hear abour Irby Crawford's passing.
Our condolences go out to Faye.
We wish all of you Great Health and Much Happiness.
We look for our next visit with you in the near future.
We love you all!
June & Jim Harris........
(Posted 11-13-04)
Saturday, November 13th 2004 -
08:08:22 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Hi Everyone: Glad that Sue has begun
her recovery from surgery, that you all had a good time with 'Ace
Cannon' and that the monthly dinner was well attended. I'm suffering the
absence of my parnter, Natalie, who is on a two week trip to Portugal
with two friends. I wasn't invited, but am in charge of keeping the
house clean. Not a small task. Hope everyone is well and happy, I'll be
better when my girl returns. Meanwhile, it's wash the dishes, make the
bed, sweep the floor, rake the leaves, and feel sorry for myslelf. Have
fun, Jim
(Posted 11-6-04)
Saturday, November 6th 2004 -
07:27:36 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Don Hild |
| E-mail address:
|
DonHild@hotmail.com |
|
Message: |
I am on the committe to organize the
55th reunion for the Class of 1950. We too are looking for some of our
lost classmates. If there are any members of the Class of 1951, who know
the whereabouts of any member of the Class of 1950, please contact me at
my e-mail address. We are planning to have our reunion the last weekend
of April 2005. Thanks!!!
(Posted 10-5-04)
Tuesday, October 5th 2004 -
05:45:25 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Rex King |
| E-mail address:
|
king2400@bellsouth.net |
|
Message: |
Regarding Irby Crawford. News
regarding Irby is not good. His
condition has worsened. Hospice visits daily and helps him as
well as family. Faye is holding up as well as can be expected.
Our prayers are that he may not suffer.
(Posted 9-26-04)
Sunday, September 26th 2004 -
07:42:36 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Ezra "Brownie" Yow |
| E-mail address:
|
ezra.yow@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Wanted to give an updated address.
5 Link Street, Bellingham, MA 02019
(Posted 9-25-04)
Saturday, September 25th 2004 -
08:39:26 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Hello Evelyn,
Please contact Rob Jolly at Actingrob@aol.com. He has copies of every
yearbook since 1926.
Best regards,
Gene
Webmaster, Class of '51 Website
(Posted 9-1-04)
Wednesday, September 1st 2004 -
01:18:55 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Evelyn Harwood |
| E-mail address:
|
arrow92187@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Do you know where I can get a 1937
Tech High School yearbook?
Thanks
(Posted 9-1-04)
Wednesday, September 1st 2004 -
12:58:27 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
There was a Dick Earwood in the class
of '50. He also had a brother, Bill Earwood in the class of '49. Dick
was married at one time to Mary Tucker in our class ('51)
(Posted 8-20-04)
Friday, August 20th 2004 -
07:23:03 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Paula Candy Holt Wilkinson 52 |
| E-mail address:
|
jimbowilky@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Don't know of a David Earwood, but
there was a Richard or
Dick Earwood that attended Tech
(Posted 8-19-04)
Thursday, August 19th 2004 -
04:07:52 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Emily Jacobsen Bernhardt |
| E-mail address:
|
antem415@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Does anyone know a David Earwood??? I
am not real sure about the first name - but I do think Earwood is the
last - he may have graduated a different year than 51 - thanks for
getting back
Emily
(Posted 8-19-04)
Thursday, August 19th 2004 -
05:43:41 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Carla |
| E-mail address:
|
ckd6158@bellsouth.net |
|
Message: |
My parents were both graduates of
Tech High School - Class of 1951 as most of you know. Just wanted to
tell you that your website is great! I enjoy seeing what all you guys
have been up to. I recently got to see Kendall Clark (Lynn Nicholas'
daughter) whom I haven't seen in a long time and I told her about the
website. Just wanted to say hi.
Carla Dunn (Carl Kimberlin's daughter)
(Posted 7-14-04)
Wednesday, July 14th 2004 -
01:28:54 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene Gill |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Hello Mel,
The person to contact is Rob Jolly, Class of 1970. He has copies of
every yearbook, back to 1926. You can email him at ActingRob@aol.com .
Best regards,
Gene
Webmaster, Class of '51 Website
(Posted: 7-9-04)
Friday, July 9th 2004 - 01:14:18
PM |
| Your
Name: |
tazziemel20 |
| E-mail address:
|
tazziemel20@aol.com |
|
Message: |
I am the daughter of a tech high
grad. class of 59 or 60 not sure. I would love to get a copy of the year
book or a picture of the grad class with a list of their names.If you
know how I might find this info please contact me at Tazziemel20@aol.com.
Thanks
Mel
(Posted 7-9-04)
Friday, July 9th 2004 - 01:02:16
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jo Colavitti |
| E-mail address:
|
oregonadgirl@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
My mother, Jean Sterling, told me
about this website. How wonderful to see pictures of my deceased father
Harold Dean Sterling. We laughed on the phone when she told me he was
wearing that white leisure suit! (his favorite by the way) It was also
great to see pictures of people whose names I have heard all my life. It
seems hard to believe my father has been gone since 1978. The only
grandson he ever saw,Josh Russell, was married in Memphis this past May.
I had the pleasure of passing on to him Daddy's cufflinks and tuxedo
studs. Thank you so much for this site. It truly warmed my heart on this
Father's Day.
Jo Sterling Colavitti
Portland, Oregon
(Posted 6-20-04)
Sunday, June 20th 2004 - 12:27:19
PM |
| Your
Name: |
rob jolly |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Good morning and good day to all my
fellow Techites. I attended your monthly meeting at the catfish fry and
so enjoyed meeting everyone. I brought a portion of my Tech annual
collection and have loaned it to Sue who will scan some of the
historical pictures and items for this web site. I also got to see the
Gene Gill Tech miniature and it took my breath away. It is so...... most
excellent. Thank you for helping me keep the history of Tech alive and
for inviting me to your group meeting.
rob jolly
class of 1970
(Posted 6-14-04)
Monday, June 14th 2004 - 02:47:06
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Nora and I have returned from a
whirlwind trip to Honolulu to see our son, who moved there last August
and we met our future daughter-in-law (now I know why he moved!!!) and
we approve, as if we got a vote!!! I took a lot of pictures ad will get
them off to Sue and Gene to share with you folks!! We are progressing
with the plans to relocate to Florida and hopefully that will be in
August!! The son and future d-i-l are moving to Washington DC area later
this month and we are looking forward to all being in the same time zone
for a change!! I am not looking forward to my 6th drive across this
great country, but hope this will be the last one!!
Really enjoy the web site and visit every day just to be sure I am not
missing anything!!!
(Posted 6-6-04)
Sunday, June 6th 2004 - 07:26:20
AM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
I want to let you all know how much I
enjoy the Tech website. My wife's health has really declined in the last
year and I pretty much stay around the house.
At night when things settle down and I have some quite time I always
check the website. I get something to cheer me up everytime.
Just wanted you to know how much i appreciate your hard work.Sometimes
it good to be able to live in the past.
God Bless all you Techites.
(Posted 5-20-04)
Thursday, May 20th 2004 - 09:16:22
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Roy Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
roynpegjohn@aol.com |
|
Message: |
I just got through viewing the
pictures of the get together at Jim & Shirley's. Looking at all the
pretty girls pictures made me wish that I was 70 again. I have been
blessed with a pair of eyes that lets me see my Tech friends as they
were back then. Your class is to be congratulated for being so close.
Our Class of 1950 'A CLASS IN A CLASS BY ITSELF' could learn from your
dedication to frequent get togethers. In the pictures I saw buddies of
mine that go back sixty years, Tommy Campbell & Joe Black at Maury
School and Jimmy Anderson at Bellevue Jr. High. Keep up the good work
and all come to the Class of 50 Fifty Five Reunion next year !!!!!
(Posted 4-23-04)
Friday, April 23rd 2004 - 08:54:08
PM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
|
Message: |
Mildred's message expresses my
feelings too. I loved seeing everyone again and thanks to Jim and
Shirley for such a special evening. We need a 12 hour event to have time
to visit with each one. Meeting at the Outback Sunday night gave us more
time together--thankfully, Esther Mae set it up on short notice. Looking
at pictures of the events is always fun but I was happy to actually be
there this time. We're so blessed with such a caring and talented group
of classmates.
(Posted 4-23-04)
Friday, April 23rd 2004 - 08:32:08
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Mildred Hill Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
mimjohnso@cs.com |
|
Message: |
We must be the envy of everyone. Our
website is the "very best" and we have to say "thank you" to Gene Gill.
Hope everyone will click on to the photos of Jim Anderson's birthday
party and then click on to the slide show. I don't know when I have
enjoyed anything so much. Again, thanks, Gene, for a great job.
Mildred Hill Johnson
(Posted 4-22-04)
Thursday, April 22nd 2004 -
04:44:03 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Our trip to Honolulu slid until May,
but we just couldn't find a way to make the trip to Memphis for this
weekeds mini-reunion, but I will be thinking of all the fun we will be
missing when Saturday rolls around. On the recent developments front,
Nora and I have made the decision to leave Washington State, however, we
have decided that Florida will be the destination of choice. The 55 and
up community called The Villages is where we decided we will settle.
it's about 3 hours from where our granddaughters live, too far to get
babysitting chores everyday but close enough to go visit without a 14
hour day on a plane!!! Not too bad a drive to Memphis either!!!
(Posted 4-14-04)
Wednesday, April 14th 2004 -
08:28:37 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Roy Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
Roynpegjohn@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Sue, I just saw the pictures from the
Mar.13th get-together at Leonards and as always I was very pleased to
see pictures of friends of my youth having fun. One of the pictures was
a little bit cruel for some of us poor unfortunates who live in places
where people really don't know how to eat. The picture of the plate with
corn on the cob,CATFISH,lima beans,chicken & FRIED OKRA really got my
salivary glands working.
I won't be able to make the April 17 party but one of these days!!!!
(Posted 3-20-04)
Saturday, March 20th 2004 -
08:18:27 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Roy Johnson (Class of 50)
|
| E-mail address:
|
Roynpegjohn@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Many thanks Gene & Sue for your
efforts on this great web site. I check it every day for news of friends
of my youth. I read Rob Jolly's message of 12/12/03 about his collection
of Tech Annuals & I wrote asking him to see if he could find my mother's
class picture. He sent me an excellent copy of the picture of the girls
freshman classes. Her home-room teacher was Miss Stanfield, the same one
who taught at Tech when we were there.
You're doing a real service!!!!
(Posted 3-2-04)
Tuesday, March 2nd 2004 - 08:50:10
PM |
| Your
Name: |
rob jolly |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
hi to all the tech high alumni on
this web site. sue has been in contact with me and is going to borrow
anything she wants from my Tech collection to add to your wonderful web
site. i wanted to give you an update on the collection. i have acquired
the 1922, 1923, 1925 and 1928 annuals from the old Crockett school
(before it moved to its present location). the only annuals i do not
have are 1929 (which i have a copy of) and the 1987 which i have found
and will have soon. so we now have a history of the school in complete
form. i also have many copys of past Tech yellowjacket newspapers and am
always looking for more. side note: roy johnson (class of 1950)
contacted me looking for a picture of his mother (class of 1929) i found
it, copied it and mailed it to him. i was glad to be able to find it.
always let me know if i can help your web site in any way. thanks so
much.
rob jolly class of 1970
(Posted 2-28-04)
Saturday, February 28th 2004 -
03:20:02 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
| E-mail address:
|
mulligan1@mindspring.com |
|
Message: |
Gene has been working on me to come
in April, but Nora and I leave for Honolulu on the 14th (I think we will
meet our future daughter-in-law there), so I will think about you guys
having all that fun without me again!! However, we are getting closer to
moving back to the Nashville area or possibly Florida so as soon as that
happens I will make it a priority to be there for one of the get
togethers!!! I will have a Mai Tai for you on the 16th!!!
(Posted 2-21-04)
Saturday, February 21st 2004 -
07:22:12 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Hi June, That beautiful Valentine
Page is all the work of Gene. I should be so lucky to have the talent to
do such things!! We're so glad that several of you out of towners are
planning on coming to our April 17th get together at Jim Anderson's.
Maybe more of the out of town people could come and it could turn out to
be that "in-between-reunion" party we talked about at the Big Reunion!
Look forward to seeing all of you again soon! Just a note - the April
get together has been changed from April 10th (Easter Weekend) to APRIL
17TH!!!!
(Posted 2-14-04)
Saturday, February 14th 2004 -
08:56:54 AM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
|
Message: |
With the seemingly endless days of
rain and cold weather in Baton Rouge, I'm looking forward to spring. Our
55th is so far away and losing John two months ago made me realize how
very fragile life is. I'm making plans to be there in April for the
gathering at the Andersons and I promise not to take a plate home this
time. The Valentine greeting on our home page is so beautiful--thank you
Sue or Gene. Happy Valentine's Day everyone! June
(Posted 2-13-04)
Friday, February 13th 2004 -
10:20:36 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim & Natalie Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
thekeefes@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Natalie and I hope everyone has a
joyous Christmas and a healthy New Year. Thanks for keeping this going.
(Posted 12-16-03)
Tuesday, December 16th 2003 -
06:40:22 PM |
| Your
Name: |
ROB JOLLY |
| E-mail address:
|
actingrob@aol.com |
|
Message: |
i am rob jolly, the class president
of 1970. i collect tech annuals and have them all except 5. i just got
copies of the 1926 and 1927 tech annuals. i have lots of historic
pictures of tech that i would share for your web site. contact me if you
are interested. i have all the 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's most of the 80's
and most of the 30's. i have the 26, 27, 28, a copy of the 29 and lots
of other items. i have lots of photos and articles about highsaw and
effie wright. let me know what your group would like.
i do not charge anything for this. i love the school and share with all.
thanks rob jolly
(Submitted: 12-12-03)
Friday, December 12th 2003 -
03:00:59 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Congratulations & well done to Gene &
Sue!!!!
Two years of the web site!
Those who haven't checked it out are missing something special!!
Keep up the good work!!!
Nov. 1 2003
Saturday, November 1st 2003 -
06:48:24 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Doris Forbes (nee) McPherson |
| E-mail address:
|
dforbes@695online.com |
|
Message: |
Hi there, Just reviewed your pictures
on the
re-union get -togethers. They are GREAT fun to watch
I know you all have lots of fun together. Brings back
a lot of memories for me. Good Luck to you all.
Best wishes
,
Doris Forbes (Class of '51)
(Posted 10-24-03)
Friday, October 24th 2003 -
11:20:09 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Sarah Barrett Cave |
| E-mail address:
|
BARKLEYCAVE@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Re:Edward Cave
My son Edward is 36yrs old, and has been unemployed for four months. He
is married, and buying a home. He has a learning disability, as does his
wife, which limits his job field. He has had special training, and has
worked in assembly type positions, driver for a hotel, and at Wal Mart.
They have reached a point where they will lose their home if he can't
find employment soon.
I hoped someone might know of a job availability.
Thanks for any help.
(Posted 10-15-2003)
Wednesday, October 15th 2003 -
08:48:09 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Harris |
| E-mail address:
|
capobs@juno.com |
|
Message: |
Howdy, Folks.
I was browsing thru the Tech Hi web page and just had to write. One of
the greatest, maybe the greatest accomplishment (maybe I should say good
fortune) in my entire life was to attend [& somehow graduate :-)] from
Tech Hi.
Where my class was of '49, I still know a lot of you from June's
Reunions or from one Canteen or another. My one regret is I wish I had
been a better personal friend to each of you I do know and had
introduced myself to the ones of you I really don't know personally; and
became your friend. June & I think of you all often.
We hear of one of you being sick or under the weather and we wish we
were there to visit you and bring you a rose bud. We did heard that
Sammy Edmundson and Joyce Baker were "kinda puny". We hope they are back
to 100% now.
We wish good health and happiness to these and to the rest of you the
same. [You're probably wondering if I'm drunk or worse. Neither! Just
missing the fellowship we always enjoy with all of you great folks on
our trips back to Memphis.] We love you!
(Posted 10-12-2003)
May God bless you and keep you in His LOVE!
June ('51) & Jim ('49) Harris.......
Sunday, October 12th 2003 -
06:50:12 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Paula "Candy" Holt Wilkinson |
| E-mail address:
|
jimbowilky@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Sue and Gene, you have done a great
job on the web page. It is wonderful to be able to keep up with you all
as well as our Class of 1952.
Candy Holt Wilkinson
(Posted 10-8-03)
Wednesday, October 8th 2003 -
08:13:06 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
jimak1932@charter.net |
|
Message: |
Natalie and I really enjoyed seeing
our 50th Anniversary party on the web site. It was a great evening for a
special time for us. Thanks to those of you who were so thoughtful to
send us a note of congratulations. We still plan on coming down for a
"Leonard's" get-together, soon. Best wishes to all: Jim
(Posted 10-6-03)
Monday, October 6th 2003 -
04:16:51 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Gene,
I hope you never tire of me singing praises about your multi talents and
abilities, because I'll never be able to adequately express my gratitude
of what you mean to our class and to me. You've given us such a
beautiful web site. We can always come here to learn current news about
our lifelong friends. And you present it in such a unique way. I love
the slide shows you made! Your perfectionism assures us that you're
continually changing things. When we think things can't possibly be
better than what you've already done....you come along and amaze us
further! Thank you for the help and instructions you so patiently extend
to me when I'm stuck on things. You must have been a wonderful teacher
and STILL are! Thank you, thank you!! -
Sue
(Posted 9-28-03)
Sunday, September 28th 2003 -
09:21:33 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim & June (Ambrose) Harris |
| E-mail address:
|
capobs@juno.com |
|
Message: |
Hello, friends.
I was concerned for a while during the time our computer went tn the
blink. It wasn't a blink: it was a full death. [:-)] My concern was in
reestablishing my "Favorite Links" which naturally included Tech's home
page.
I "searched" and once again found you all. The "page" is better than
ever.
June & I are doing great. Our wish is for all of you the same.
We look forward to the next time we can get together for a visit of
laughter and great fellowship.
We think of you ofter.
Our love,
June & Jim.........
(Posted 9-7-03)
Sunday, September 7th 2003 -
09:09:21 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
8/22/03
Mildred Hill Johnson is home now, recovering from a 4 way bypass. She's
doing fine.
(Posted 8-22-03)
Friday, August 22nd 2003 -
07:22:17 PM |
| Your
Name: |
George Tribble |
| E-mail address:
|
george37@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
I just wanted to drop a note and let
everyone know I am still around.
Haven't been to any of the dinners lately,hope to make one soon.
My wife Betty has some health problems and I stay pretty close to home.
I think of you all a lot,hope all is well.
(Posted 8-19-03)
Tuesday, August 19th 2003 -
05:18:12 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Gene, in reply to your question of
which time of the year is worse to be without power? We also had a very
bad ice storm about 10 years ago. I don't remember the one in '50 so
much. But in the latest one, at the time, we had a powerful woodburning
stove that would nearly heat our whole house. It had a griddle on top.
So at least we were able to stay warm and do a little cooking on the
griddle. Guess it was a little like camping. But in JULY, with no a/c,
it's not too fun. I remember when we were young, we slept on the front
porch on palets when it was SO hot!
(Posted 8-2-03)
Saturday, August 2nd 2003 -
06:36:57 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
For you folks outside of Memphis who
may not of heard from friends here, we had a violent storm last Tues.
morning & a lot of people lost electric power and / or phone service. We
were without power 8 days ourselves and belive me that's hard on OLD
FOLKS!!!! They don't expect to have it all back on untill possibly next
week.
(Posted 7-30-03)
Wednesday, July 30th 2003 -
10:38:55 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Jerry Taylor |
| E-mail address:
|
jftatty@aol.com |
|
Message: |
You guys do a great and wonderful job
of keeping up this web site. Not only do you keep your class current,
you even acknowledge others, especially, ours ('52). Thanks for a great
job. Keep on Keeping on.
(Posted 7-18-03)
Friday, July 18th 2003 - 11:29:09
AM |
| Your
Name: |
Jim Keefe |
| E-mail address:
|
jimak1932@earthlink.net |
|
Message: |
Hi Classmates! Natalie and I just
returned from a trip to Washington, D.C. with Gene Gill as our qualified
tour director. He made up an itinerary in advance of our stops, then
helped us see them all. We met up with Jean and Joan Hollingsworth(now
Schreiner and Steiner) and their spouses for a great time. The rain was
a bit of a nuisance, but we sure had a good time at our 'mini' reunion.
If anyone wants to see D.C. right, ask Gene for his booklet, fantastic.
Thanks to him for all his patience. Jim & Natalie Keefe
(Posted 5-15-03)
Thursday, May 15th 2003 - 01:13:20
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
I'd like to tell you about a recent
noteworthy bit of news concering Gene Gill. He won't make this
announcement himself, but you all should know what a treasure we have in
this dear man. The TEE RIDDER MINIATURES MUSEUM of the Nassau County
Museum of Art (Roslyn Harbor, NY) has acquired one of Gene's miniatures
for their permanent collection. They have the model now, so it should go
on display soon. It's a very beautiful piece, LE GROS HORLODE, a section
of ancient Rouen, France. You can see a photo of it at http://genegillminiatures.com/rouen.html
Gene, we're so proud of you!!!!
(Posted 5-6-03)
Tuesday, May 6th 2003 - 09:22:44
AM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
| E-mail address:
|
jjcomm@cox.net |
|
Message: |
Great seeing pictures of the monthly
gathering again--Sue, can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate your
photography; and Gene, all your work on our fantastic website. John is
still getting weekly chemo treatments and goes for a shot every day to
bring up white blood counts. He's excited about learning to fly radio
controlled model planes and goes out to the club's airfield almost daily
where a bunch of guys fly their cute planes (some have wings as wide as
8-10 feet). He just completed a small model for practice.
(Posted 4-24-03)
Thursday, April 24th 2003 -
02:19:36 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Mildred Hill Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
mimjohnso@cs.com |
|
Message: |
To Gene:
Really enjoyed the get together Sat. at Leonard's and it is such fun to
see the pictures. Hope everyone enjoys them. I am assuming that you
picked the music to go with pictures. It was perfect!!!!!! THANKS!!!!!!
mhj (Posted 4-15-03)
Tuesday, April 15th 2003 -
06:18:57 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Hi Sarah.....please give us your
complete email address. I tried to send an email to Glenn and the email
address is incomplete.
Sad to learn that Coach Boo Boo Swanton passed away yesterday. He will
be missed. Came to most all our class functions.
(Posted 4-9-03)
Wednesday, April 9th 2003 -
06:34:12 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Glisson |
| E-mail address:
|
Shortie091080@aol.com |
|
Message: |
To all Glenn Glissons classmates, He
is alive,still lives in Opelika,Al.You can E-Mail him here at my E-Mail.
I am his daughter-in-law,his son(John) and I (Sarah)live next door to
Glenn.HE would dearly love to hear from his classmates. Thank You for
this web.
(Posted 4-9-02)
Wednesday, April 9th 2003 -
06:25:52 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene Gill |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
Hey Doris,
Thanks for visiting and for your message. I remember you well from the
good times at Tech.
Drop by frequently, let us know if you have any suggestions for things
you'd like to see on the Web Site.
Gene (Posted 4-7-03)
Monday, April 7th 2003 - 01:43:12
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Doris McPherson Forbes |
| E-mail address:
|
dforbes@695online.com |
|
Message: |
I have just finished going over this
website today.
Really brought back so many memories. Gene, I remember you
and this is a great place to visit. I live in Daytona Bch., now . Wish
everyone well. Thanks Doris(McPherson) Forbes
(Posted 4-7-03)
Monday, April 7th 2003 - 12:58:51
PM |
| Your
Name: |
Bob Boone |
|
Message: |
Just went to the teacher memorial
page and was very touched but sadly not all were in the picture!! I
remember Major Gavin fondly!! One day he sneezed in class but did not
make a sound, and then explained that if you were out on a patrol being
able to stifle a sneeze could save your life, and then taught us how to
do it!! It served me well in the Army and to this day, I still do it!! I
will say it drives my wife crazy though!!!
Posted 3-19-03)
Wednesday, March 19th 2003 -
03:46:12 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Sue Lee Johnson |
| E-mail address:
|
suelee@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
Just want to let everyone know I have
a new email address. Finally I'm getting to enjoy the faster internet
connection. Now I can send those photos to Gene in record time!!
(Posted 3-18-03)
Tuesday, March 18th 2003 -
06:33:54 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Esther Stuart Scott |
| E-mail address:
|
escott01@midsouth.rr.com |
|
Message: |
I agree with Glenn, Gene did a great
job on HGTV and has been added to the list of "TECHITE DONE GOOOOOOD"!
He is one talented and nice guy!
(Posted 2-25-03)
Tuesday, February 25th 2003 -
07:16:05 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Any body that missed Gene on HGTV
with some of his minatures, really missed something special. I belive
his talents are endless. Great job Gene!!
(Posted 2-22-03)
Saturday, February 22nd 2003 -
09:52:02 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Howard Busselle |
| E-mail address:
|
howard_busselle@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Great photo Jimmy Keefe supplied for
the home page..
(Posted 2-15-03)
Saturday, February 15th 2003 -
06:10:18 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Ben Searcy |
| E-mail address:
|
searcy65@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
My uncle is Allie "Bud" Robards and
my mother was Flora Robards Now Flora Searcy. I would love it if anybody
had any good stories about them to tease them with. Allie is my Uncle
and Flora is my mom I think the would get a kick out of hearing
something from the old school.
Ben Searcy
(Posted 1-29-03)
Wednesday, January 29th 2003 -
09:17:01 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn & Roberta Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
We wish everyone a Happy, Healthy New
Year !!!!!
(Posted 12-30-02)
Monday, December 30th 2002 -
07:44:29 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn & Robera Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Wishing everyone a very Merry
Christmas !!!
(Posted 12-24-02)
Tuesday, December 24th 2002 -
07:55:24 PM |
| Your
Name: |
james sandlin (BING) |
| E-mail address:
|
bing@netease.net |
|
Message: |
JUST RECEIVED A MESSAGE FROM MY SOM
TELLING ME TO LOOK THIS UP..BEAUTIFUL----AM ENJOYING IT---TO ALL THAT IS
RESPONSIBLE, THANKS A LOT
Thursday, December 12th 2002 -
06:01:10 AM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
| E-mail address:
|
jjcomm@cox.net |
|
Message: |
It's me again. Just had to tell you
about a recent e-mail message from another Commagere saying he'd been
doing geneology on the Commageres for 30 years but had not found John's
family info. A search for the name on the net found it in our Tech
website, where our e-mail address is also listed. Isn't that spooky? But
we're glad he found it and hope he was as impressed with our great
website as we are.
Wednesday, December 11th 2002 -
09:09:52 PM |
| Your
Name: |
June Dawson Commagere |
| E-mail address:
|
jjcomm@cox.net |
|
Message: |
Gene, do you know an exact date &
time when you'll be on TV? Please let us know--think Dec. 10 was your
last estimate. Sue, looking for pictures of your dancing and also the
Christmas party. That camera is so good and has to be fixed by now. John
had to skip treatments for three weeks because of low platelets--we're
hoping he can start again if that is what's best for him. The treatments
gave him more energy and better feelings overall, but at some point you
usually have to do something else if it stops working. Know the
Christmas party was a big success--sorry we had to miss it.
Sunday, December 8th 2002 -
11:12:08 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Webmaster |
|
Message: |
Happy Thanksgiving! The Class of '51
Web Site has a new look with a new section. Visit "BIRTHDAYS" to see
which classmate is celebrating a birthday or to read your own horoscope.
The "MESSAGE BOARD" can now be accessed from the left menu on each main
page.
(Posted 11/26/02)
Tuesday, November 26th 2002 -
08:00:59 AM |
| Your
Name: |
Joan (Jim) Dickson |
| E-mail address:
|
Jimjoand@aol.com |
|
Message: |
Dear friends,
I have just talked to Kathy. They were unable to get the stone from the
duct to the liver. They did remove the gallbladder. She is to have other
tests today to try and determine what to do about the stone in the bile
duct. Please continue to pray for her. Thank you. Love you all. Joan
(posted 11/08/02)
|
| Your
Name: |
BASIL |
| E-mail address:
|
Basil_M@212.com |
|
Message: |
I liked very much your web site.
(posted 11/6/02)
Wednesday, November 6th 2002 -
12:28:19 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Glenn Lockhart |
| E-mail address:
|
locga@aol.com |
|
Message: |
11/4/02
Hey Gene,
Seems like just yesterday that you cranked up the web site.Oh well, time
flys when you're having fun! I still like to check in everyday, don't
want to miss anything. From the looks of the count, there are a lot of
us that like to check in. Thanks again!!!
Glenn
(posted 11/4/02)
Monday, November 4th 2002 -
06:51:11 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Gene Gill |
| E-mail address:
|
gene.gill@verizon.net |
|
Message: |
November 1, 2002
Today, the Class of '51 website is one year old. During this first year
we have been visited over 5,300 times. Many thanks to all of you who
have activitely participated in our website and to those of you who just
visit quietly to see what's happening.
(Posted 11/1/02)
Thursday, October 31st 2002 -
06:02:57 PM |
| Your
Name: |
Howard Busselle |
| E-mail address:
|
sneakybeaver@yahoo.com |
|
Message: |
Gene, That's Leon Vaughn in the photo
with Hiram, John Earl and me..
(Posted 10/11/02)
Friday, October 11th 2002 -
12:09:32 PM |
|