Janis Fought (Brown)

I agree with Nancy that nice weather will be a relief. And I agree with Gary that this has been an opportune time to catch up on some great reading, do some online brain games and cuddle with my dog. I let go of the things I cannot control and this is one of them. I am working from home so do have some hours of the day taken up with tasks from my job but the flexibility it wonderful. If this is what retirement is like, it's clear why you all enjoy it!

By the way, very little time has been spent cleaning the house...................

Francis Bialecki

I can relate to Gary as I have been at home with an infection in my left leg for the last 7 months, so haven't been out much. I posted a message on our home page explaining what has happened over the last year to me. I hopefully can get out when things change and I get better.

Walter "Chip" Carstensen

I remember being in kindergarten with Jan and 1st grade with Gary Johnson. Funny thing we also graduated from UT too.  Lots of great times in between.   I hope that Frank, Jeff, Bones and other classmates recovering from illness and injury get better soon.  The weather has been spotty. Would love to have one of those nice Spring 70 degree days with lots of sun.  Itching to play more golf with the Start gang.  Hang tough as we Spartans always do.

Nancy Wolff (Szymanski)

WOW - this "age 70" is really putting some of us to the test.  I'll continue my daily prayers for all of us & look forward to the next Fundango.  Please take care & be safe!

Joseph Goodell

Manuel Chambers

Happy 70 th birthday to all of you who are now 70, I must of been the baby of the class, I'm not near 70 yet. Hope everyone is recovering and staying safe. Don't have to wait on the weather here Chip, played 18 Wednesday. 

Marcia Kelso (Wilkinson)

Hello All - I just got off the phone with Frank Bialecki.  His nurse had just left, so we talked for quite a while.  He sure has been through it, but has a very positive attitude.  He said he's moved to Waterville, and lives in a neighborhood that takes care of the neighbors.  He's looking forward to getting his prosthesis, but for now he's still in his wheelchair.  He's in the house all day, every day (aren't we all), but he's following doctors' orders and not doing anything to make his leg worse.  He's going to try and sleep in his bed tonight for the first time in over a year.  His nurse and his son are checking in on how he's doing twice a week.  He's had a pretty rough go of it since the reunion, so if we could all say a prayer for him - he would like that.  He says he needs a haircut (don't we all), and probably in another month or two it will be long enough for a ponytail.  I told him he'd be a hippie again like when we were younger, only he'd be old.  I just wanted to tell everyone that he would appreciate a phone call 419-878-9474, and he can't wait to get his prosthesis so he can get his Corvette out this summer and go for some rides.  On another note, I'm not 70 yet either and don't turn that age until December - so technically I'm still a spring chicken at 69.  Thanks everyone.   Marcia (Kelso) Wilkinson

Deborah Pfann

Kathy Storm (Wenninger)

Diane Paren (Marchand)

I wish everyone good health during this time and send prayers to those Spartans who are struggling. Gary is right, we can all find ways to cope.  Luckily here in Tucson we can still golf, with restrictions, and it's nice to be able to get out in the fresh air.  Gotta say, I'm not getting into spring cleaning at all!  I've been baking and cooking too much.  Will be Happy Hour Zooming with the family all across the US today!  I think the pandemic is  forcing us to be more creative, and that's a good thing.  P.S. I won't be 70 til 12/18, so I still get to pretend I'm "young"!

Nancy Wolff (Szymanski)

 

 

 

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Doing well Delete

Richard Burr 04/25/20 01:51 PM   Just to let all know, I’m 10 weeks now from open heart surgery. Played golf last week for the first time since surgery. A little sore but ok. Swim a little every day but dr told me to slow down a little. Staying in as much as possible, since I’m in two of the high risk groups-diabetes and heart failure. I hope all others are doing well. I’m not 70 until 12/8 this year.

Sandy Mollen (Tober)

Thanks to all for the birthday greetings!  If you did not know already, I was married on my 20th birthday, so it’s a great celebration this year. 

Greg Holewinski

Congratulations Sandy on your 70th and 50th.

James Douthett

I guess that makes you, Sandy, a truely Golden Girl!.  Happy everything!

James Douthett

I have to agree with Debra, you people are old (12/30)...

William F. Carstensen

Bill thanks everyone for his birthday wishes. I did not realize there were so many December babies, I being one also (12-12).

Patrick Gilbert

Sad news.. Class of 1969 Mike Canning passed away :(

Michael Edward Canning Michael Edward Canning passed after a six month illness at the age of 68, on April 14, 2020. He was a graduate of Start High School and attended Ohio State University. Michael took over the family business and ran L & M Automotive for 33 years. He will be remembered by his wide circle of friends and family for his quick wit and willingness to serve others. He was a devoted father and honest businessman. Michael is survived by daughters, Jessica (Michael Bertner) Canning of Durham, NC and Katie Canning of Chicago, IL; grandson, Atticus Bertner; his siblings, Linda Pearson, Dan (Cathy) Canning; brother in law, Joe Horvath; nephews, Luke Canning, Kyle (Melissa) Pearson, Chase (Kaitlyn) Canning; and niece, Baylee Canning. He was predeceased in death by his parents, Leonard and Mildred Canning; brother in law, Jim Pearson; and nephew, Andrew Pearson. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Operation Walk, 2525 S. Downing St. Fl. 2 Denver, CO 80210. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ansberg-West Funeral Directors, 419-472-7633. To send his family online condolences, please visit www.ansbberg-west.com. www.ansberg-west.com

Patrick Gilbert

More sad news from Dave Hill... Larry Sexton class of 1967 has also passed away :(

Dale Benington

Janis Fought (Brown)

I had no idea that I was the old lady of the class: 1/11! So far I have not noticed much difference from 69, same aches and pains! Compared to the alternative, 70 looks pretty good.

Mark Cramer

Jan,

Happy70!  You only get older if you're lucky. Although I will not “officially” be 70 until almost the end of the year, I tell people that I’m 70 if they ask. Interestingly, in many Asian cultures, all people born in a particular year are considered to be the same age. In Japan and China, we’re 71.

Stay Healthy,

Mark

Roger Worley

Francis Bialecki

I want to thank all for their thoughts and prayers. I am doing better, getting used to doing things from my wheelchair. I have some great nurses and therapists that have helped me learn things.

I talked with Jeff Willets, Pam Galbraith(Hudson) and as she posted Marcia Kelso(Wilkinson) on the phone. It was so nice to hear from them and it was a kinda pick me up to talk to some old freinds.

I hope anyone who is also dealing with health problems are getting better and those who are healthy stay that way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I go to Dr. on Weds the 29th to find out how my leg is healing. I will update you all after I see him.

Thanks to all!

Frank

Walter "Chip" Carstensen

Glad to hear you are on the mend Frank. Keep us posted on your progress!  👍

Patrick Gilbert

Glad to hear both of our Frank's and Bob Krose are feeling better!. Thanks Dale for arranging our first virtual Fundango. This should be a whole lot of fun. La-Li and I will be glad to give a short tour of our humble home here on Oahu. I'm guessing it will take no more than 5 minutes. This is a great way for all of us to share how we are doing during this stay at home order, and how we are coping with the virus. So who will show case their home after we finish? I hear that Manuel has new diggs in Florida right on the golf course. I can't wait to see Every ones place especially with spring in Ohio.

Dale maybe we should have a trial run so Every one can get familiar with zoom. I gotta say it's almost like being there..

Stay well fellow Spartans!