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04/25/20 11:37 PM

#3333

James Douthett

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

04/26/20 11:48 AM

#3334

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).

04/26/20 02:18 PM

#3335

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

04/26/20 02:54 PM

#3336

Patrick Gilbert

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

04/27/20 12:10 AM

#3337

Dale Benington

Greetings fellow members of the Start HS Class of 68,

I hope that all is going well with each of you, and your families, and I trust that you are all holding up under the strain of the necessary social distancing that we all have been experiencing, these past many weeks.

It has been unfortunate that we have not been able to have our monthly “Fundangos” as of late, but Pat Gilbert has encouraged me to come up with a creative alternative. So we are going to run this up the flag pole and see just how many of you salute it.

On Thursday (05/07), at 7:00 pm (EDST), we are going to offer up an online “Fundango.” The plan is to use the Zoom software to facilitate our online social gathering. So if you don’t have Zoom, go on-line and download the free version of their software. More on that later.

The theme of our May “Fundango” will be focused on encouraging our online classmates, who live outside of Northwest Ohio, to spend 10 to 15 minutes hosting a brief online visit with them, perhaps giving us a tour of their home, or their yard, or anything that they might think to be of interest (whatever you feel comfortable sharing). Perhaps, you also have some pictures of your favorite hometown attractions that you would like to share. Whatever would give us the chance to see and experience some of what your home and/or hometown is all about (giving us the chance to finally come and visit with you).

Pat and La-Li will start us off, taking us to Hawaii, and hopefully some more of our out-of-town classmates will also being willing to host us for a 10 to 15 minute visit. If not, then we’ll have to have a “68” Trivia Quiz, Boys against Girls.

So that is my humble offering. I will provide more details as they become available.

Take care and God bless,

Dale K.

04/27/20 06:25 AM

#3338

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.

04/27/20 04:12 PM

#3339

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

04/27/20 08:00 PM	#3340
Roger Worley I turned 71 the sixth of this month of April , don't worry I still feel like I'm in my 30 "s , Frank I pray you have a speedy recovery , and everything works out for the best for you . Rick slow down , I think your trying to recoup to fast but I'm glad you feel up to playing ⛳ golf, I know it took me 4 1/2 months before I went back to work and the doctor wasn't to happy about that

04/28/20 05:13 PM

#3341

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

04/29/20 08:29 AM

#3342

Walter "Chip" Carstensen

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

04/30/20 01:08 AM

#3343

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!

05/01/20 06:14 PM

#3344

Nancy Wolff (Szymanski)

Hey fellow Spartans - need some prayers - got this message from Rick Burr today: "Had to return to the hospital again, was not able to breathe the past week, almost 3 months to the day after my open heart surgery. Seems one of the grafts was narrowed so two stents were put in. Hope this works and I can catch my breath again. Wishing all the best to the others who are dealing with health issues. My prayers are with you all!"

05/01/20 09:45 PM

#3345

Patrick Gilbert

Sending prayers and good healing vibes Rick.. Aloha!

05/03/20 11:07 PM

#3346

Patrick Gilbert

Class of 69 grad Bill Randall's "Survivor" audition tape... Best of luck Bill! Break-A-Leg!!!

Here's the link for the video.

https://youtu.be/DBoAm5fX8Mg

05/04/20 09:04 AM

#3347

Gary Johnson

May the fourth be with you all!

https://youtu.be/up3Y_yQIma8

05/04/20 10:48 AM

#3348

Mark Cramer

Today May 4th, 2020 has a very distinct meaning for me. It is 50 years since the shootings at Kent State took 4 wonderful people from this world. We mustn't forget that 9 others suffered gunshot wounds including Dean Kahler who has spent the last 50 years in a wheelchair after being paralyzed from the waist down.

Jeff Miller, Allison Krause, William Schroeder, and Sandy Scheuer, to this day I still think of you, and I still shed tears for you.

05/04/20 03:06 PM

#3349

Patrick Gilbert

So sad.. I was in the USMC stationed at Kaneohe.. Had HS classmates that attended Kent State.. May 4, 1970

05/04/20 04:56 PM

#3350

Mark Cramer

Pat,

Several of us SHS '68ers were at Kent around that time, (I believe it was Phil Kurtz, David Clark, and Marcia Dempster.) However, I believe that I was the only one who was there in the spring of 1970, and I feel quite fortunate to be writing this note. It is strange to look back and see that one seemingly inconsequential decision actually had a monumental consequence.

Mark

05/04/20 05:03 PM

#3351

Patrick Gilbert

I tried to send this out as a class email so those classmates that don't follow the message forum could participate... but for some reason it didn't work. So here is another notice:

Roy C. Start High School
Class Of 1968

Hi fellow Spartans. Please participate this will be fun! 5 - 10 minutes will be fine. Let Pat Gilbert know if you are willing to show us your diggs! LastSagamore@Hotmail.com This from the desk of Dale Bennington: Greetings fellow members of the Start HS Class of 68, I hope that all is going well with each of you, and your families, and I trust that you are all holding up under the strain of the necessary social distancing that we all have been experiencing, these past many weeks. It has been unfortunate that we have not been able to have our monthly “Fundangos” as of late, but Pat Gilbert has encouraged me to come up with a creative alternative. So we are going to run this up the flag pole and see just how many of you salute it. On Thursday (05/07), at 7:00 pm (EDST), we are going to offer up an online “Fundango.” The plan is to use the Zoom software to facilitate our online social gathering. So if you don’t have Zoom, go on-line and download the free version of their software. More on that later. The theme of our May “Fundango” will be focused on encouraging our online classmates, who live outside of Northwest Ohio, to spend 10 to 15 minutes hosting a brief online visit with them, perhaps giving us a tour of their home, or their yard, or anything that they might think to be of interest (whatever you feel comfortable sharing). Perhaps, you also have some pictures of your favorite hometown attractions that you would like to share. Whatever would give us the chance to see and experience some of what your home and/or hometown is all about (giving us the chance to finally come and visit with you). Pat and La-Li will start us off, taking us to Hawaii, and hopefully some more of our out-of-town classmates will also being willing to host us for a 10 to 15 minute visit. If not, then we’ll have to have a “68” Trivia Quiz, Boys against Girls. So that is my humble offering. I will provide more details as they become available. Take care and God bless, Dale K.

http://www.starthigh68.com/

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05/04/20 09:30 PM

#3352

Marge Updegraff (Mendeljian)

Hi everyone!

We have had a lot of "staying at home" and "social distancing".

What better way to put a smile on our face with great memories of our 50th Class Reunion. I am posting several pictures from Saturday night.

Please stay safe, keep healthy and smile!

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