Monthly Archives: September 2015

Houston We Have a Problem

Site News

I’ve been notified by two classmates, both using an iPad to access the site, that names and photos are not matching up properly on both the “Deceased” page and the “Autobiographies” page – and perhaps others.  I am not seeing the problem on my MSDos PC running Windows 10, so perhaps this is a problem associated only with Apple products. If any of you are experiencing similar problems with the site, please contact me and let me know what type of device you are using, where you notice the problem, and if you know it, the version number of the software running on your device. Bear with me – I’ll try to get this fixed as rapidly as I can.

This problem is being reported on Apple iPad Air and iPad Mini devices (so far). The site appears to work fine on other Apple devices, as well as Android, Windows, etc. If you discover a problem on ANY device please let me know. Thanks.

Videos from the Reunion

Classmate News

Here are a couple of videos from our 50th Reunion. The first is of Steve Gauen speaking on Coach Fletcher and his legacy (6 minutes 22 seconds). The second is Jim Seka and recognition of military veterans in the Class of ’65 (10 minutes 26 seconds). The final video is the Kahok cheerleading squad (5 minutes 47 seconds).  Hope you enjoy them.

Gary Hugh Mock

Classmate News

A sad note to add today, as we have learned of the passing of yet another classmate. Gary Hugh Mock suffered a heart attack and died on May 7th, 2014. Information was supplied by his daughter, Leann Mock. Ms Mock also provided the updated photo of her father as well as one of herself with her brother Kevin. I’ll add additional information on the “Deceased” page as it becomes available.

Our sincere sympathy and condolences go out to Leann, Kevin, and all who knew and loved her father. Rest in peace my friend.

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Gary Hugh Mock
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Kevin & Leann Mock

 

Group Photos

Classmate News

We took some group photos at the reunion, and they are available for download in various sizes. If you only want to use the photo on the computer, choose the small file. The largest file is suitable for printing at 8″ x 12″ (Caseyville 8″ x 10″). The other size is suitable for 4″ x 6″ prints. If you are not sure how to go about getting a photo printed and you still want a print, contact me and we’ll work something out.  Click a photo to go to the download page.

St. Peter & Paul School
St. Peter & Paul School

 

Maryville School
Maryville School

 

Holy Cross School
Holy Cross School

 

Caseyville School
Caseyville School

Tom Wille adds his Autobiography

Classmate News

We’re happy to see that classmate Tom Wille has added his autobiography to our growing list. And we’d certainly be happy to hear YOUR life story too! You can access Tom’s autobiography via the “Classmates Info” menu, and also vis “Photos” > “Our Senior Year” > “Autobiographies”.    Psst……. you can also just click on the photo below.

Thomas J. Wille
Thomas J. Wille

Home for the Reunion!

Classmate News

I got into town today – all ready for the reunion tomorrow, Thought I’d drive by the old school and get a new photo – some folks had heard a rumor that it had been torn down. NOT TRUE!! This photo was taken this morning and, although no longer a part of Unit 10 schools, the old building still stands proudly.

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The old CHS – taken September 25, 2015

Robert Blomeyer – on the go!

Classmate News

Classmate Bob Blomeyer has sent a few pics to share as we get ready to celebrate our reunion. Looks like you’ve had a great ride Bob! Click a photo for a larger view – then let us know what you think!

Keith Marshall adds Autobiography

Classmate News

Many thanks to Keith Marshall for adding his autobiography to our growing list. You can access it via the “Classmate Info” menu or by going to “Photos” > “Our Senior Year” > “Autobiographies”. Or – just click on the photo to go to the autobiographies page.  How about YOU telling us about your life too?

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Ladies of ’65

Alfonzo's

The Ladies of ’65 met once again at Alfonzo’s for their monthly get-together last night, and had a special guest – classmate Dav Pauli came in from California to entertain them and enjoy their company. Click the photo for a larger view.

Ladies of '65 - September 21, 2015
Ladies of ’65 – September 21, 2015

Back Row…Gayle Holsinger, Dianne Mardus Parker, Sandy Lindley Snyder, Barb Schneider Heppermann, Pamela Baltruschat Parker, Terri Koehne Odorizzi, Bea Dickman Clayton, Nancy DeLuca Caminiti
Center Row….Dav Pauli, Kathy Thorpe Burgess, Judy Beasley, Bette Stephens Wilson, Renee Tope Taake, Barbara Cimiotta Vosse,
Front Row….Janet Baker Smith, Judy Schikowski Mentz, Debbie Weider-Hatfield, Joyce Weber Ackerman, Gail Wrigley Herren

We’re now live….

Site News

Our new look has now gone “live” and we’re moving forward. I still have TONS of work to do – a few thousand photos that have to be revisited to make them appropriate for the way the site works, lots of modifications to the underlying database, and the list goes on.

Please bear with me as I ease the site into full compliance – it will take quite a while for me to get it done. But I’ll be adding new content, revising old content, and making improvements (hopefully) as time goes on. One of the first orders of business will be to attend our reunion, get some photos and other content while I’m there, and share it all with everyone who will not be in Collinsville that weekend.

I sincerely hope you like and enjoy the new look and responsiveness of the site. I’ve put quite a few hours into trying to make it the best I could, and I’ll continue those efforts well into the future. If you see any problems with the site make sure you let me know – either with the site’s contact form or by any other method you choose. Thank you for your patience.