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December 20, 2005

HELLO TO ALL:
 
BELOW IS A MESSAGE FROM WANDA CLAY COLBERT.   AS YOU CAN SEE SHE REALLY NEEDS ARE PRAYERS AND TO BE IN OUR THOUGHTS.  
 
IF YOU WISH TO SEND WANDA CARDS BEFORE OR AFTER HER SURGERY, PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR HER HOME ADDRESS.
 
LOVE JAKE

----- Original Message -----
From: Wanda
To: Jackie ; Joan
Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2005 3:06 AM
Subject: Surgery

Hi to both of you,
 
I had my heart Cath. Yesterday and the surgeon came in to talk to me afterward. The balloon procedure that they had done before did not take the blockage was back the same as it was before.  The stint was okay.  I have to have open heart surgery on the 3rd of Jan.  They wanted to do it this week but I had already made plans for Christmas.  I did all right with the news until he told me that I was a high risk case I guess because of my small arteries and veins.  Please be praying for me between now and then.
I send my love to all,

 

Wanda

 

 

December 20, 2005

EXTRA  ***   EXTRA  ***    WE HAVE GOOD NEWS!!!!
 
HUFF'S COMPUTER GUY HAS FIXED HER COMPUTER AND SHE'S  BACK UP AND RUNNING.  NOW YOU CAN DROP HER A LINE AND CHECK TO SEE HOW SHE'S DOING SINCE HER ACCIDENT.
 
HUFF ALSO WANTS TO SEND A BIG "THANK YOU" TO THOSE WHO HAVE CALLED AND SENT HER SNAIL MAIL CARDS.  
 
I LOVE THE WAY OUR '58 CLASSMATES ALWAYS STICK TOGETHER WHEN ONE OF US NEEDS HELP OR OTHER.
 
THANKS AND LOVE TO ALL - JAKE

 

December 16, 2005

WELL NOW - HERE'S ANOTHER OF OUR CLASSMATES WHO IS TRULY A WORLD TRAVELER!   SHEILA HAS BEEN TO SOME VERY INTERESTING PLACES AS YOU CAN SEE IN HER EMAIL BELOW.  I MUST SAY THAT'S VERY NICE PERKS FROM HER JOB.   LOVE TO ALL - JAKE

 
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Sheila Wilson
To: Jackie Pauley
Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 11:41 PM
Subject: RE: FROM JANE KEYS

Jackie:
I saw the email from Jane and Davidl regarding Singapore.  I have also worked in Singapore.  During my last 3 years with AT&T, I was sent mostly to Asia and so I worked in Singapore, Malaysia, the Phillipines, Japan, Hong Kong,  and Korea.  I also had some work assignments in Austria, France, Italy, and Switzerland.  It was wonderful to see all of those places in the world and be getting paid for it.  Singapore is truly a beautiful place and so safe and clean.
 
I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
 
Sheila
-----Original Message-----
From: Jackie Pauley [mailto:jpauley@ntelos.net]
Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 9:32 AM
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:;
Subject: FROM JANE KEYS

Classmates:
 
In response to David Kidwell's email about his cousin going to Singapore - Jane Keys wrote the following.  Jake

----- Original Message -----
From: Keys, Jane
To: Jackie Pauley
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 9:36 AM
Subject: RE: an email from Kidwell

Jackie,
 
I went to Singapore a few years ago.  Prices that David's cousin shared are not exaggerated.   However, I enjoyed my time there.   It feels safe to stroll at night, and it is so clean.
 
Singapore was a great visit for me.   The humidity is awesome!    (At least two showers a day for me!)
 
Jane
 
IT SOUNDS LIKE JANE IS ANOTHER OF THOSE FROM OUR CLASS WHO IS A "WORLD TRAVELER."  LUCKY PEOPLE.  JAKE

 

December 16, 2005

I RECEIVED THIS EMAIL FROM DAVID KIDWELL AND ASKED IF IT WAS ALRIGHT TO FORWARD TO ALL OF YOU AS I FOUND IT INTERESTING.  JUST IN CASE ANYONE IS PLANNING TO GO TO SINGAPORE YOU MIGHT WANT THIS INFORMATION.    YIKES     :-O   JAKE
 

----- Original Message -----
From: "David L Kidwell" <cdkidwell@juno.com>
Subject: : Singapore grocery store


I got this from one of my wife, Carol's cousins who are in Singapore - thought it might make
 some interesting reading and comparenext timeyou go shopping.
 Dave

Hi from Singapore-I went to an interesting market/grocery store in the
bottom of a mall. The prices were amazing. Everything, I mean everything,
has to be imported to this island, and that includes water. Here are some of
the prices to compare with ours:

Yoplait yogurt $3/cup
microwave popcorn $6.90-7.90 per 3 pack box
tomatoes $2.50-20 per Kg
baby food $2.10 for 4 oz
cream cheese $5 for 8 oz
Blue Bonnet margarine $4.40/lb
I can't believe its not butter $6.05.lb
spaghetti $2.25/lb
ham $80/4 kg
1/2 gallon milk $5
Frosted Mini Wheats cereal $10.35/20 oz box
Raisin Bran cereal $7.15/20 oz box
eggs (not refrigerated) $2.50-3.30/doz
Hersheys syrup $4.50/1 lb
Jello $2.90/6 oz
cake mix $3
Folgers coffee $21.30/2lb 2 oz
Jiff peanut butter $6/1 lb
Celestrial Seasonings tea  $5.50/box
Stove Top stuffing $5.30/box

What do you think Dave? Who could afford to live here and still eat?
Otherwise, it is 88 degrees, humid and starting to rain. It should be a fun
day.

Take care, Wendy



 

 

December 16, 2005

CLASSMATES BELOW IS A MESSAGE FROM WANDA CLAY COLBERT.  PLEASE KEEP HER IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.  JAKE
 

Sent: Friday, December 09, 2005 1:04 PM
Subject: Heart Cath.

Hi Folks,
 
Thought I would send this to all of you at one time.  I am going to have another heart catherazation on the 19th of this month.  The doctor called me yesterday and told me that my stress test came back not good again.  Seems as though the artery in the front of my heart is not flowing correctly.  That's the one they did the angioplasty in.  I guess the artery is just too small. 
 
He said the surgeon seemed to think that he could fix it with a bypass.  I guess I will know about that after the heart catherization.
 
Hope you all have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS AND REMEMBER TO PUT CHRIST FIRST.
Love Wanda

 

December 13, 2005

Guys and gals:
 
We had a wonderful time Saturday.   Now that was just too much fun! 
 
Those attending were:   Joan, Jane Monday, Phyllis Fenwick, Judy Romano, Janet Buckner, Barbara Harvey, Bull Miller, Raymond Barnett, Faye (Adams) & Jerry Collins, Treasure Wiblin ('57), Jim & Katherine Garber (down from Dunmore) and me.
 
There was lots of great food served - those girls from class of '58 sure are good cooks.   :-)    Of course, Bull brought our bread and ice while Raymond brought lots of assorted drinks.  Katherine Garber brought her hmmmmmmmmm so good pumpkin roll.   We actually put it out this year and everyone got to eat it.   Last year it was in the refrigerator and no one thought to take it out.   Now figure out who got the benefit of that one....ah, yes....ME and boy did I enjoy it.   I did share a little of it with my family.    Honest I really did.        :-)
 
We had a good time visiting and catching up on the latest.   We had a phone call from Pelfrey wondering why I was so late in reporting about lunch....oh sure.  ha ha  The lunch bunch enjoyed talking with him.  That was pretty cool for him to call - he did that one other year.
 
Sure wish all of you could have been with us.  Hope you start planning now for the January luncheon as we all do.   We'd like to see you there.
 
Love, Jake
 

 

 

 

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December 13, 2005

I RECEIVED THIS EMAIL FROM DAVID KIDWELL AND ASKED IF IT WAS ALRIGHT TO FORWARD TO ALL OF YOU AS I FOUND IT INTERESTING.  JUST IN CASE ANYONE IS PLANNING TO GO TO SINGAPORE YOU MIGHT WANT THIS INFORMATION.    YIKES     :-O   JAKE
 

----- Original Message -----
From: "David L Kidwell" <cdkidwell@juno.com>
Subject: : Singapore grocery store


I got this from one of my wife, Carol's cousins who are in Singapore - thought it might make
 some interesting reading and comparenext timeyou go shopping.
 Dave

Hi from Singapore-I went to an interesting market/grocery store in the
bottom of a mall. The prices were amazing. Everything, I mean everything,
has to be imported to this island, and that includes water. Here are some of
the prices to compare with ours:

Yoplait yogurt $3/cup
microwave popcorn $6.90-7.90 per 3 pack box
tomatoes $2.50-20 per Kg
baby food $2.10 for 4 oz
cream cheese $5 for 8 oz
Blue Bonnet margarine $4.40/lb
I can't believe its not butter $6.05.lb
spaghetti $2.25/lb
ham $80/4 kg
1/2 gallon milk $5
Frosted Mini Wheats cereal $10.35/20 oz box
Raisin Bran cereal $7.15/20 oz box
eggs (not refrigerated) $2.50-3.30/doz
Hersheys syrup $4.50/1 lb
Jello $2.90/6 oz
cake mix $3
Folgers coffee $21.30/2lb 2 oz
Jiff peanut butter $6/1 lb
Celestrial Seasonings tea  $5.50/box
Stove Top stuffing $5.30/box

What do you think Dave? Who could afford to live here and still eat?
Otherwise, it is 88 degrees, humid and starting to rain. It should be a fun
day.

Take care, Wendy



 

 

December 7, 2005

CLASSMATES:
 
OH MY - POOR HUFF HAS HAD A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT.   SHE WROTE THE FOLLOWING EMAIL TO ME AND SAID IT WAS OK TO SHARE WITH ALL OF YOU.   PLEASE HAVE HER IN YOUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.  AS YOU CAN SEE SHE IS TYPING WITH HER INDEX FINGER SO NO CAPITALS, PUNCTUATIONS, ETC.   I'M JUST IMPRESSED THAT SHE WAS ABLE TO WRITE TO ME!
 
I MADE THE OFFER THAT SHE COULD COME UP TO SC AND RECUPERATE.  KEEP YOUR CHIN UP HUFF AND WE WILL BE THINKING ABOUT YOU.   LOVE JAKE
 

Was involved in a bad accident today.  tripped and fell on my face and right arm.  my face, head, legs have lots of cuts and bruises  and there is question about one of my front teeth.  the humerus of my right arm is badly broken.  spent over 4 hours in emergency room tonight.  will most likely have to have surgery and a rod inserted.  have on a splint now to stabilize it .  am in more pain than I thought possible - on morphine .

 
am typing with left index finger.
 
reb

 

December 7, 2005

Classmates:
 
Phyllis and John Fenwick just had their fifth grandchild this morning at 8am.   Their son David and wife Carrie had a third son who will be named Abraham and he weighted in at 8 pounds 7 ounces.  I believe David and Carrie are trying to get a basketball team together.   What do you think?   :-)
 
Needless to say, they are very proud grandparents.
 
Congratulations to our friends on becoming grandparents again!!!
 
Love to all, Jake
 

 

December 5, 2005

----- Original Message -----
From: Rebhuff@aol.com
To: jpauley@ntelos.net
Sent: Sunday, November 20, 2005 9:30 AM
Subject: Emailing: Becky and Lee Agnew

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----- Original Message -----
From: Rebhuff@aol.com
To: jpauley@ntelos.net
Sent: Sunday, November 20, 2005 9:32 AM
Subject: Emailing: martha&becky.jpg

The message is ready to be sent with the following file or link attachments:
 
martha&becky.jpg  This is my supervising teacher, Martha Cole, who was mentioned in my article in E.D.'s book.  This was taken at our reunion, a few years ago.  The flowers were sent to Martha at the reunion, by Lyn Bailey G.
 

 

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 12/04/05 20:57:11
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: December luncheon
 
HEY GANG - SORRY IF YOU GET THIS A SECOND TIME, BUT I SENT BEFORE AND DIDN'T GET ONE MYSELF SO SENDING AGAIN TO BE SURE EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT LUNCH.   JAKE

Hey there guys and gals!
 
Remember, our lunch date is coming sooner than we usually have it.   This month it will be held on the second Saturday rather than our usual third Saturday.   Now that's this coming Saturday (December 10th).   It will be at my home:  1411 Princess Drive in Rock Lake Village.   If anyone needs directions, please call me.  768-1432
 
If it snows, there's no need to worry.   The SC street crew is always on the ball - streets will be cleared by lunchtime.
 
I would appreciate your letting me know if you are coming - even if you only THINK you will come - that way we will know how many for which to plan. 
 
Also, this will be a covered dish event so if you have an idea what you will fix or bring it will be helpful to know.   I will bake a ham and so far I know Joan is bringing potato salad and Jane is bringing sausage balls.   Now doesn't that get those taste buds flowing?   Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm I can't wait - all that good food.  
 
Special note:   for those of you who might get to come and are traveling - don't worry about bringing food - we will have plenty.
 
We really hope to see you!!!!   Come prepared to have lots of fun. 
 
Love to all Jackie
 

 

December 2, 2005

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Patti Gross Bolls and her family for the loss of their son Chad.  

Charles Edward Boll III

Charles Edward “Chad” Boll III, 32 of Abilene, Texas, formerly of Charleston died unexpectedly on Monday, Nov. 14, 2005.

He was born in Charleston, graduated with honors from George Washington High School, was a scholarship student at Wittenberg College and attended the University of Charleston. Chad enjoyed many sports activities, especially basketball and soccer. He was a gifted artist, always sharing his talents with others. Throughout many difficulties in life, he kept his abiding faith in God. Locally, he was an active member of the Temple of Faith.

His family and friends will remember Chad as a sweet, loving, and kind person strongly committed to the highest Christian values.

Surviving mother, Patricia of Chapel Hill, N.C.; father, Charles and his wife, Kim Pauley, of Charleston; brother, Brad of Chapel Hill, N.C.; sister, Marian and her husband, M. Eugene Weems and niece, Hailey, of South Charleston; and grandfather, Charles E. Boll Sr. of Charleston.

There will be a memorial service at Barlow-Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 12 noon with Rev. Ronald English officiating. A gathering of family and friends will immediately follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Mental Health Association in the Greater Kanawha Valley, 1 United Way, Charleston, WV 25301.

Condolences may be sent to www.barlowbonsall.com.

Barlow-Bonsall Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

 

November 30, 2005

OH MY, I THOUGHT I HAD POSTED THE LUNCH REPORT.   I'M WORRY THAT I WILL BE FIRED AND RIGHT HERE AT CHRISTMAS TIME.   WHAT WILL I DO WITHOUT MY BIG SALARY - SORRY, I WON'T BE ABLE TO BUY ALL OF YOU THE USUAL EXPENSIVE GIFTS?  HA HA
 
I AM SORRY TO BE LATE REPORTING - I ACTUALLY WROTE THE STORY EARLY AND SENT IT TO JO ANN SPITLER BOSTIC TO SEE IF I NEEDED TO MAKE CORRECTIONS.  (I DO LIKE TO MAKE SURE I'M CORRECT YOU KNOW!)   ANYWAY SHE ANSWERED ME PROMPTLY WITH A COUPLE OF CORRECTIONS AND THEN I PUT IT AWAY WITHOUT POSTING.
 
SORRY GUYS AND GALS.  I REALLY WILL TRY TO DO BETTER IN THE FUTURE.   :-)
 
HAVE A GREAT DAY AND I'LL TOUCH BASE WITH EVERYONE SOON.   LOVE TO ALL, JAKE


Classmates:
 
Oh what a marvelous time we had today!   The sun was shining although there was a definite nip in the air.  We were fortunate enough to have 17 people come to lunch.
 
Those who were there:  Bill & June Dunlap, Joan Bennett Belcher, Barbara Wolfe Harvey, Bull Miller, Butch Buckley, Jane Monk Monday, Georgia Blackwell Hess, Jo Ann Spitler Bostic, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Owen Higgins, Delores (McCune) & Sonny Dilworth, Bill Coles, Raymond Barnett, Dale Miller and me.
 
We had first timers Delores, Sonny, and Georgia.  Jane has been trying to get Georgia and also Virginia Martin Hesser to come join us for some time.   She finally succeeded in getting Georgia to come today.   Her mission is to have Virginia come in December.  Here's hoping she succeeds again!
 
Speaking of December, I'm going to have the Christmas luncheon at my house.   More about this later, but we will have it on the second Saturday.....   Now remember!!!  that is the second Saturday instead of the third Saturday when we usually have lunch.   (Gosh,  I hope I remember since it will be at my house - someone remind me.  ha ha)
 
I was fortunate enough to sit by June and we had a great visit.   I looooove to hear this woman talk.   She's from England you know.  Her accent is beautiful and so fun to hear.   Do you think she was as impressed with my hillbilly draw?  I asked her how she and Bill met and she said he was stationed in England and they met and dated.   She had friends in TX and came to the states to visit them and while here visited with Bill.   Guess the story is they fell in love and married after three years???    How lucky could Bill get?   Today, the two of them travel often and were going back home to MI after visiting in one of the Carolinas this week.   They planned their trip so they could stop off and stay in WV and meet us for lunch.   Wasn't that wonderful of them to plan their trip that way?   We loved seeing Sweet William and June too.  They possibly will come down to OH to visit their children during December and if it works out, they will join us again for lunch.  Did you know that Bill and Barbara Wolfe Harvey are cousins?   Today they did lots of catching up on family and others.
 
We were surprised when Delores and Sonny walked in.   Certainly didn't expect them.   They said they were out and suddenly remembered it was time for lunch and thought they would join us.   How neat to see them.
 
Bonnie is leaving next Thursday (Thanksgiving) to drive to FL where her son lives and she will stay down there for several months - probably returning in February after her new great-grandson gets here.   Does she look like she should have great-grandchildren? - heavens no!
 
As to Janet Buckner George who didn't come as she usually does, she had a good reason and has received an excuse slip from us.  ha ha     (Hi Jake, sorry I  could not make it for lunch this month, too many things on the same day, work, lunch, and most important seeing my grandson at the High School, today in the show choir.  This is his first year in choir, and they performed today during the school auction.  It was great.    Hope to see you all in December.  Love ya,  Jane)  I sure don't blame her for seeing that grandson in the show choir.   Great for you and all the family.   Jake
 
Now for Judy Bowen Romano, she doesn't get excused.   She didn't show and was going to bring her daughter, Gina.   We looked forward to seeing Gina.   Bet they went shopping.   Oh well, maybe she will be forgiven after all....we'll think about it.  ha ha  (Heard from Bull this week that she went to one of her granddaughter's first communion so she is definitely forgiven.)
 
Delores Cobb Anderson really gets an excused absence....she was having big problems with her back again.   Delores, we sure hope you get better ASAP!!  Take care and maybe next month we will see you.
 
Dale Miller tells me that his only son, Paul Miller, teaches the SCHS Flag Corp and goes to Marshall where he is majoring in Music and Math.   That sounds really impressive and you know if he has anything to do with SCHS - he's great!  Agree??
 
Another one we were happy to see was Owen.   Today Bull went by Owen's car wash and reminded him about lunch.   So glad he dropped everything and showed up.   It's always so good to see him.
 
Raymond, Bull and Butch were their usual selves - cutting up, etc.   Always good to have them around.
 
Bill Coles thought he wouldn't be able to make it to lunch, but lo and behold - there he was.   Says Diana had other plans for the day so he rearranged and met up with us.   
 
Joan was there with her "Thinking of You" cards ready to send them out and also had her camera ready to take those pictures that she posts on our website.....she's so good to depend on - very organized.   Thanks Ms. Joan for all you do!
 
Jo Ann usually sits by me and helps me keep myself together - she continues to take care of me.   Nothing like a wonderful "mother figure" to keep me doing what I'm supposed to and then again someone to be my personal secretary.   ha ha    (Note:  she usually checks my ramblings in these emails about lunch to make sure I haven't said anything too stupid and that I haven't made any big blunders!!!)   Thank ya, thank ya, thank ya!
 
Well, that's all this month folks!!  Start making plans for next month's luncheon on December 10th.   Love to all, Jake

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From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 11/30/05 09:00:56
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: again it's a small world
 
CLASSMATES:
 
I RECEIVED THIS MESSAGE FROM BARBARA WOLFE HARVEY BACK IN OCTOBER AND I'M SORRY TO SAY I'M JUST NOW GETTING IT POSTED.   IT'S BEEN QUITE BUSY AROUND MY HOUSE LATELY.
 
SORRY FOR THE DELAYED IN POSTING. 
 
LOVE TO ALL - JAKE


- Original Message -----
From: "Barbara Harvey" <
wolfe2@citynet.net>
To: "'Jackie Pauley'" <
jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 09, 2005 5:19 PM
Subject: small world


Hi-

We had our 50th anniversary at First Methodist Church in SC this weekend. 
(This was back in October.)  I attended it and renewed many acquaintance. 
 
I came home to a beautiful flower arrangement from Humphreys Methodist
Church that I have been attending in Tornado.  It was delivered by a neighbor
who lives across the road and up on the hill.  People have asked me over and
over if I lived near this couple.  We had been attending this church on opposite
Sundays and I didn't know them. 
 
Well it turns out that this neighbor is Mike Dent (SCHS '58)  and wife Peggy
Monk (SCHS '60) Dent.  I talked to Peggy on the phone.   She and Mike will
try to come down one day this week.

Not related to SCHS - the minister at Humphreys graduated from high school
with my nephew in Moundsville (so my sister thinks). 
 
Small world we live in.  Barb
 

Yes, I continually find that it truly is a small world.   It's always a special surprise when we find someone we haven't seen for many years.   Tell Mike and Peggy that the class of '58 says hello!  Jake

 

 


HEY THERE BOYS AND GIRLS;
 
I'M SORRY TO SAY I HADN'T POSTED THIS NICE STORY AND INVITATION  FROM MARY ANN NIXON.  (they live just south of Jacksonville Beach). 
 
 AS YOU CAN SEE I GOT THIS READY TO POST ON THE 26TH OF SEPTEMBER THE DAY THAT SHE WROTE TO ME AND I PUT IN MY DRAFTS AND FORGOT TO SEND.  
 
SORRY ABOUT THAT.  Jake

 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, September 26, 2005 4:55 PM
Subject: Re: tidbits from the class

Just to let you know we had a wonderful day last Saturday as Delores McCune and her hubby Sonny stopped at our home.   We had lunch at a restaurant on the beach, Delores even went in the surf.  We went over old times with the year book. (That's great - did Delores put on a bathing suit to go in the surf?  She sure has kept her girlish figure!)
 
Early last spring Delbert Kidd stopped by for a visit an again we had a wonderful visit.  (Bet he enjoyed his visit.)
 
I had forgotten that I was president of the Sewing Club. (Mary Ann, do you still sew?)
 
Let all know if anyone of our classmates are in the Jacksonville area, please call and stop for a visit or spend the night.   We are 6 blocks from the ocean.  (Well that sure is a neat invitation to our classmates!)
 
Paul and I just spent our 48th anniversary on a 12 day cruise in the Med. went to Italy, Spain, France and Croatia -  it was out of this world.  (Jane Keys and Mary Ann will have lots of notes to compare on their trips to Italy.)
 
Mary Ann & Paul Nixon    As he says go Red Dragons (Now you tell Paul we can't have any of this on our Black Eagles website  ha ha)
 

 

 
 
From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 11/24/05 12:34:45
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Jim O'Dell's father's obituary
 

Classmates:

With great sadness I notify all of you that Jim O'Dell's father passed away.    Gary Pelfrey e-mailed me today to let me know so it could be posted.

If anyone wishes to send cards,  please notify me and I can give you Jim and Elinor's home address.

Love to all, Jackie

 

Ward Howard O'Dell

Ward Howard O'Dell, 99, of Creston passed safely into the arms of Jesus Monday, Nov. 21, 2005, with his wife of 76 years, Dora Virginia Stricker O'Dell, and family members at his side.

He retired from Union Carbide Corporation's Institute Plant in 1963 as an area foreman with 28 years of service. Ward played and managed in the Industrial Baseball League in the 40s and 50s. He was an avid trout fisherman, a member of the AF&AM Lodge, Burning Springs, and was a Christian. Mr. O'Dell was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lawrence, Enos, Avis and Earl, sisters, Esta, Lucy and Callie; son-in-law, Ronald Waters; and daughter-in-law, Madeline O'Dell.

Surviving; wife, Dora; sons, Ward Duaine O'Dell, Gordon “Buddy” O'Dell and James C. O'Dell; daughter, Delores Jean Waters; grandchildren, Debby, Duaina, Donna, Dana, Daniel, Gary, David, Carol, Amy, Paul, Tim and Tom; 16 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at Myers Funeral Home, Elkview, with Pastor Jeff Moales officiating, assisted by his wife, Jackie. Burial will follow in the O'Dell Cemetery, Quick.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements are by Myers Funeral Home, Elkview.

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November 8, 2005

(THIS PART OF MY STORY WAS WRITTEN ON OCTOBER 26TH - REMEMBER MY COMPUTER HAS BEEN DOWN. JAKE)

Classmates:

You won't believe this write up (particularly those who were at lunch on October 15th.) Sally Lewis Henson called me yesterday (Oct. 26th) and said she'd been on a little vacation. Welllllllllllllllll, this vacation ended up with her being in the hospital. She had experienced a heart attack that she didn't know was happening. Sally was her jovial self - laughing, joking, etc. about her ordeal.

She says she wasn't feeling the greatest at the class luncheon....her chest had been hurting for a few days and she thought she had the usual bronchitis. Now you could have fooled us! She seemed fine and looked wonderful!

On Monday the 17th: she went to work, went to the dentist and later to the doctor. This wasn't her regular doctor, but he checked her doing x-rays and an EKG. He gave her medicine for bronchitis and suggested she go home to rest and take her meds. Not feeling much better by Thursday the 20th, she went back to her regular doctor and he looked at the EKG that was taken on Tuesday and declared he was sure she’d suffered a heart attack which they didn't catch the first time around. He kept her at Thomas Hospital in CCU until they could transfer her by ambulance to CAMC where she had heart catherization. They found she had a 99% blockage which they corrected by putting in a medicated stint.

She was released on Tuesday (yesterday October 26th) and called me. She wants to insure all of us that she is fine and taking it easy now. Her daughter Stephanie came home from MI as quickly as she could to be with Sally, but has returned home. When I asked her if I could do anything she assured me she was fine and going about her business as usual.

TODAY’S NOTE (November 8th): After a time of rest, Sally returned to work yesterday, Monday November 7th and says she feels just fine. I'm sure she will enjoy receiving cards from you although she has already had her surgery and back to her regular routine.   Keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

Love to all Jake

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 11/19/05 20:55:48
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: note from Huff
 
HEY GANG:
 
I HAD WRITTEN TO HUFF AND ASKED HER WHAT HER PLANS WERE FOR THANKSGIVING AND SHE SENT ME THIS EMAIL.
 
I ASKED BECKY IF IT WOULD BE ALRIGHT TO POST THIS FOR ALL OF YOU TO READ.   DON'T KNOW ABOUT ALL OF YOU BUT I THINK THIS IS REALLY SPECIAL.  SHE'S RIGHT UP THERE WITH "THE DONALD"  -  HOW COOL IS THAT - AND WE WENT TO SCHOOL WITH HER!
 
SHE NEEDS TO LET US KNOW WHAT WAS WRITTEN ABOUT HER.
 
LOVE, JAKE  
 
 
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Rebhuff@aol.com
To: jpauley@ntelos.net
Sent: Saturday, November 19, 2005 9:34 AM
Subject: Re: (no subject)

My ex-student, E.D. Hill, of the Fox News Cable Network, has bought a ranch here in the hill country.  She is going to be there each holiday, and has invited me to have Thanksgiving dinner, with her, her husband and their 8 children.
 
Her book has just come out and there is a little chapter on me, and she has written about me in her chapter.  Can you believe it, I am in there with Donald Trump, and all of the celebrities.
 
huff

 

 

November 4, 2005

From Lyn Bailey Gumowski:
 
Earlier this year Becky Agnew Huffman sent me a draft of what she was sending to a former student about lessons she had learned in life -- about her mother and father mostly.  As we know, Becky has her own memorable style with writing:  it flows, is vivid and cohesive -- a reader always gets the picture and feels right inside it.  
 
On Thursday (November 3), I turned on "Dayside" and an author was talking about her new book:  Going Places:  How America's Best and Brightest Got Started Down the Road of Life. 
 
The interviewer asked who inspired her.  She said:  "Well, my parents of course. BUT, a very influential person was my biology teacher in Texas, Mrs. Huffman."  (Did I sit up!!)  
 
She then went on & on about how three times she dropped out of her class because she knew it was hard, but finally signed up again and stayed with it.  Her teacher took her aside and said:  "Listen, you can continue to skate by,  but you need to dig in and make the most of this class and the most of your life."  Author E.D. Hill (Becky knew her as Edye) kept bragging on Becky and what she meant to her and what a profound difference Becky made).  Later on, Donald Trump was mentioned too.  And President George W. Bush.  Also the Duchess of York.
 
But guess who got top billing on tv?  And as the blurb says:  talking about "the most fascinating and successful people in America."  Each person has apparently own short chapter in the book.  Check it out!  Can be ordered at Amazon or www.hillfriends.com.
 
E.D. Hill is now a co-host of Fox & Friends morning show.  And she has eight children!  
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Date: 11/04/05 09:41:04
To: Jackie Pauley; Joan Belcher
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November 4, 2005

Robert Franklin Rogers

Robert Franklin “Bob” Rogers, 65, went home Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, to be with Jesus. He died of complications from Parkinson's syndrome.

Bob was a 1958 graduate of South Charleston High School and attended West Virginia Institute of Technology and West Virginia State College.

He was a registered land surveyor in West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio and was a member of the American Congress of Surveyors. He was owner of Franklin Surveying and Mapping and was an avid outdoorsman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mary Rogers; and sisters, Emma Jean Carter and Mary Lou Jarrell.

Surviving: wife, Martha Rogers of Cross Lanes; daughters, Kathy Farrell of Chapel Hill, N.C., and Brenda Snodgrass of South Charleston; son, Paul Rogers of St. Albans; four grandsons and one granddaughter; sister, Clara Massey of Mansfield, Ohio; seven nephews and two nieces.

Service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at Davis Creek Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Frank Goff officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.

Friends may call two hours prior to the service at the church.

Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, is in charge of arrangements

 

October 20, 2005

Hey there girls and boys:
 
Just received this great message from Janet about her knee replacement surgery.  Wow!!!  this girl sure does surgery well.   Good for you Janet.
 
Love to all, Jake

 
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From: <djgeorge58@charter.net>
To: <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2005 5:59 PM
Subject: hey

>      Hi there, Had my surgery, it went great, got to come home a day early this time.   Hope to be out and about soon.   Thanks for mention in class notes.   Love you.   Jan
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October 20, 2005

Classmates:
 
As usual we had a great time at lunch Saturday visiting and sharing a meal together.   There were 17 of us present:   Joan Bennett Belcher, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Janet Buckner George, Joe Ann Spitler Bostic, Phyllis Rumbaugh Fenwick, Carroll Pack & Stanley Kinder, Barbara Wolfe Harvey, Sally Lewis Henson, Bull Miller, Bill Coles, Delores Cobb Anderson, Jane Monk Monday, Phyllis's daughter Vicki Judy and granddaughter, Isabelle who just celebrated her 2nd birthday a few weeks ago, me and a surprise visitor.....John Edwards (FL) from the class of '55.
 
Most of you probably remember "Big John" Edwards in high school on his Harley.   Well, he still rides and just bought a new Fireman's addition that only firemen or retired firemen can buy.   Everytime I think of John, I always see him on his Harley! 
 
John was in the week before his 50th reunion.   How about that?   It was sure great seeing him again.
(Yikes!!!  50th reunion - ours will be coming up in 2008 - that isn't too far away folks.  Start making your plans now.   Let's see:  weight to lose or gain, dresses and suits to buy, try to stay healthy, hmmmmmm and what else?)
 
We had several surprises for the day.  Stanley just had a birthday on Saturday and Carroll let him think she had forgotten, but after she got to lunch she secretly ordered three cakes with ice cream and everyone shared and sang happy birthday to him.  (Comments were made that their parrots probably could have sung it much better.  Jeez and I thought we sounded so good.  ha ha)
 
Because of the upcoming trick or treat, I took everyone a treat - a chocolate covered carmel eyeball.  (Figured I should save everyone the trouble of trying to trick or treat - you know going from one house to another at "our age." no no I'm a little confused we did that when we were children...it's been so long ago.  ha ha)  
 
A better surprise for us was Sally brought all of us a shiny new WV quarter which was just released on Friday....that was pretty neat for her to do.  See what you missed by not joining us?
 
Carroll, Stanley and their famous parrots will be leaving soon to return to FL.   You guys have a safe trip and we'll look forward to seeing you again in the spring.
 
We missed it "by that much" - that is having Jack Pauley (AL) join us.   At first he thought he would and then later had to cancel out.   Maybe next time Jack.
 
Janet tells me that she will be having her left knee replaced on Monday, October 17.  She sure hopes it goes as well as the right one.   She asked the following, "Keep me in your prayers and says she hopes to see us in November."   (So everyone keep her in your prayers and have good thoughts...we do hope you make it to the November lunch Janet.)
 
Seeing Delores was really nice since she's had so much trouble with her back.   Saturday was a good day for her so she was able to make it to lunch.  Delores, hope you will feel wonderful next month and will be able to join us for lunch again.
 
Now everyone put us on your calendars and start planning now to join us in November. 
 
Love to all Jake
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October 17, 2005

The following article and pictures of our Capitol Dome appeared in the WV Gazette October 14, 2005.

October 14, 2005
Mystery of the Dome

 

By Phil Kabler
Staff writer

 

With completion of the Capitol dome restoration, details on the panels of the dome — long obscured because they were either painted or gilded to match the base — have emerged in all their golden glory.

While the project restores the dome to architect Cass Gilbert’s original specifications, it also raises a mystery: Just what do the symbols on the dome’s 16 panels signify?

“That’s a mystery to us, too,” said project contractor John Wiseman, with Wiseman Construction of Charleston.

Wiseman said he put that question to consulting architects and curators on the restoration project, and they couldn’t come up with an answer.

“They could not figure out why he chose certain symbols,” he said.

For an architect who provided copious information for every detail of his projects, state archivists have been able to find little documentation to shed light on the meaning of the symbols on the dome.

Debra Basham, state archivist, said the only item in the state collection pertaining to the panels on the dome is a 4-by-6-foot blueprint of the exterior dome by Gilbert. The blueprint details one panel of the dome, but provides no explanation other than that the raised detailing on each was to be gilded.

She said the blueprint does provide one clue to the meaning of the symbols on the dome.

The uppermost icon on each panel is an eagle, and below the eagle is a small box with the abbreviation, “SPQR.”

Basham said that almost certainly is the abbreviation of “Sentatus Populusque Romanus,” Latin for the Senate and the People of Rome — the motto of ancient Rome.

Likewise, the eagle itself was a key symbol of the Roman Empire.

Local historian Richard Andre, who conceded he has little information about the symbols on the dome, said it would be logical that Gilbert would pay tribute to the Roman Senate. He noted that many of the traditions of the Roman Senate, including the filibuster, carry on in state and federal legislative bodies today.

“Now, we’re seeing the dome as Cass Gilbert originally envisioned it, which is a striking appearance,” he said.

Wiseman, however, said the symbols on the dome are not strictly classical, and include a Medusa, an ancient Greek goddess, and draped flags with a total of 48 stars — presumably representing the states of the union at the time the Capitol was completed.

Gilbert used the dome of the Chapel of St. Louis in the Hotel National Des Invalides in Paris as the primary model for the Capitol dome.

While the restored dome now looks strikingly similar to the Invalides dome, the details on that dome are completely different.

Despite the lack of known correspondence from Gilbert regarding the panel details, Wiseman said they do know that Gilbert set aside funds from the Capitol construction budget to assure that he would have full control over the design and gilding of the dome.

“He kept $300,000 out of the original construction budget to be spent at his discretion to determine how to do these panels, and who would gild them,” Wiseman said.

In one of Gilbert’s last known letters, Wiseman said, the architect expressed his dissatisfaction with the original gilding of the dome.

To contact staff writer Phil Kabler, use e-mail or call 348-1220.

Restoration of the Capitol dome brings long-obscured details on the dome’s panels into clear view, raising speculation about the symbols’ meanings.

Architect Cass Gilbert’s blueprint for the dome, part of the state archives collection, sheds little light on the mystery.

 

 

The West Virginia state quarter will be introduced today at the State Capitol. The ceremonies include a celebration of the restoration of the Capitol dome. The events run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Capitol event schedule West Virginia’s freshly restored Capitol dome and the release of the state’s commemorative quarter will be celebrated at events today. Events on the Capitol’s north plaza run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At noon, state Treasurer John Perdue and officials with the United States Mint will present the state’s quarter. The coin’s design features the New River Gorge Bridge. After the quarter event, Gov. Joe Manchin will lead a celebration of the Capitol dome’s recently finished restoration. The Appalachian Children’s Chorus and the George Washington High School band are scheduled to perform. More than 1,500 schoolchildren will take part in the celebration and will receive a free commemorative quarter. A roll of the new coins can be purchased for $10.

Architect Cass Gilbert used the dome of the Chapel of St. Louis in the Hotel National Des Invalides in Paris as the primary model for the West Virginia Capitol dome.

 

October 12,2005

At our September 2005 lunch gathering, Joan took this great picture of twins Don "Bull"  and  Dale Miller.   Aren't they just too cute? 

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October 7, 2005

This article was posted in the Kanawha Metro Paper on October 5, 2005.  This is our Class Mate Carroll Pack Kinder's  husband.

Parrot pair brighten neighborhood

 

STAN KINDER sits with his feathery friends.

 

By Don Springer For Metro

 

Hundreds of Touch of Life columns have appeared in news­papers over the past several years, but not until recently have I had a column subject walk right up to my driveway.

Such was the case recently. Why, here in the Edgewater Acres subdivision, off Coal River's Strawberry Road, we have our own Captain Kidd.

Oh, he doesn't have a peg leg or eye patch, and, to the best of my knowledge, he has kept his pirating down to a minimum for years. However, our Captain Kidd does have one thing on the legendary captain of our books, movies and comics. Ours has two parrots; one on each shoulder, that sometimes sit so still I origi­nally thought they weren't real.

Our Captain Kidd is really one Stan Kinder, a Clinton Avenue neighbor whose home rests along the beautiful Coal River like many of the rest of us. He, and spouse Carroll, live some dozen houses from us, but we pass one another coming and going often. Only recently was I introduced to Stan's shoulder-hugging bud­ dies, Pearl and Kiwi. He has been walking with them daily for some time.

On my first exposure they were walking away from me, and I couldn't quite tell who was walking and what he had on

his shoulders. Later I realized they were parrots but thought they were stuffed, or whatever, because they were so still.

 

Finally, dog Maggie and I were out walking a few weeks ago, and Stan and his birds were heading in our direction.

It was then we were introduced to Pearl, a seven-year-old African Gray, and Kiwi, a five-year-old Yellow-Crowned Amazon.

The pair have no fear of dogs, as Stan knelt to Maggie's level and held both parrots at her nose. They all seemed like old chums.   Stan and Carroll spend approx­imately half of each year in Flori­da, and both parrots came from that state. The Kinders "have always had birds," commented Stan. "We used to have a macaw which was given to us in Fort Lauderdale. It had obviously been mistreated, and we kept it for two or three years."

 

While Stan and I sat in the Kinders back yard talking, Pearl And Kiwi (both males) were free and walked on Stan's arms, shoulders, chest and the' back of his chair. Obvi­ously a trusting relationship exists among the three.

 

He has an outside cage he keeps them in while he is not outdoors with them. He also has a large cage on the back porch that is sometimes in the kitchen in which they reside.

 

"At night I put them in cages in a closet, cover them up'; and we never hear a peep out of them until morning."

During our discussion, the birds were quiet, but both have the capability of sound­ing' off loudly if they so choose. On one occasion Stan threw Kiwi up in the air for him to fly several feet. When he landed some distance away, Pearl immediately called to him to return.

"They stay close together most of the time," continued Kinder.

 

He told me when he is inside watching television or reading, one bird sits on his shoulder and the other on the I back of his chair. Birds can be messy and I asked Stan  about that.

 

"It really isn't a problem. I 'watch when I feed them and tl1en take them outside or put them in a cage after that. Of

If course, like other pets, there is an occasional problem."

 

The 39-year Carbide retiree said the birds "travel easily. They sit in a cage in the back seat and ride along. When we get close to our home in Florida or when we get off of I-64.at Jefferson Road. (South Charleston), they get excited.  The closer we get to home, he more excited they get."

 

 During the time in Florida, Stan rides a bicycle frequent­ and the two parrots ride with him. "One rides on my shoulder and the other on the handlebars. A lady in our Florida mobile home park rides a golf cart around, and Kiwi rides with her," he concluded.

 

If you are out Edgewater  Acres way and see our local captain Kidd and his parrots, do not fear. All are harmless and downright friendly. Oh, yes, if you hear a rendition of  “How Much is that Doggy in the Window" (pearl) or "Bridge on the River Kwai" (Kiwi), it is probably the parrots.

 

 

 

 

 

September 26, 2005

TIDBITS FROM JAKE:
 
 
* Barbara Wolfe Harvey's daughter Margaret Catherine Bostic called "Kitty" and also Kendyl's mother teaches math courses at SCHS.  

 

* I was thinking about how fortunate we were to have two sets of twins in our class: the Miller twins (Bull & Dale) and the Bennett

 twins (Jane & Joan).  Did you know many thought that Joe Bennett was one of the "triplets"?      :-)

 

Jane Keys wrote when speaking about the lunch bunch:
 
Jackie,
 
What a wonderful bunch of people and a good time for all!  I would love to be at one of the luncheons sometime! 
 
My oldest grandchild, Steven - age 14, is staying with me while his mother is in Boston for two weeks of intense training for her job.   WHEW!   I had almost forgotten how much teenagers eat and they love music (?) playing 24/7!    Needless to say, I am getting a "refresher course".
 
Jane Keys

 

* Jane and I were talking about my oldest grandson turned 15 on September 16 and will be getting his driver's license soon and her grandson will get his next year.  We both agreed "YIKES!!!"  Sure hope they are careful out there and that God is watching over them.   Now you all know when we got our license we did just as we were suppose to when driving - right????  

 

Please continue to send me your little tidbits and information.  Love to all Jake
 

Bonnie Brenneman Turner and I received this email from Carolyn Jarrett Schnmitt's sister and I'm forwarding to all of you so you will have the update about Carolyn.   Jake


Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 2:09 PM
Subject: Re: update
I saw Carolyn the latest time on Labor Day and she recognized her
husband and me for a brief period of time, and then lapsed into
semiconciousness again.  At least she was able to tell us that she was in
no pain.  Things are about status quo.  She moves only her left arm and
from the neck up.
 
Pass this around to the lunch bunch and tell them  (as I am also sending this
to Jackie) that we so appreciate their faithfulness and show her all the
cards.  Sometimes she responds and sometimes not, so we save them and
show them to her again and again. 
 
Luv to all,  Conni

Below is a message from Jo Anne Berkley Scarbro with wonderful news:

   I became a grandmother last Friday the 16th.  Heather had a doctor’s appointment on the 12th and her blood pressure was up.  On Tuesday they admitted her to the hospital for observation and testing because they feared that she was heading for preclampsia.  Sure enough on Friday morning her plateletts had dropped significantly enough that they felt they needed to induce labor.  So at 11:30 they induced her and the babies were born vaginally at 4:16 and 4:20.  Amelia was born first at 4 lbs 6 ozs 18 1/4” long.  Four minutes later Heath came butt first at 4 lbs 10 ozs and 18” long.  Heather came home from the hospital on Monday.  Babies are still in the preemie nursery for a few more days.  They have each gained an ounce and are doing beautifully.  They are just beautiful and I can’t wait for them to get home.  Will keep you posted as to their progress.  Love JoAnne.
 

Jane Keys and I have been writing back and forth and in a few months she will be taking a trip to Italy.   She has promised to let us know about her travel to Italy.   I look forward to this story.  Jane, I know you'll have a great time.   Jake 


Jackie,
 
Thanks for asking about my Italy trip.   I am rewarding myself with a retirement present!
 
There are 18 people in our Italy tour group from Charlotte.   It has been organized by our local TV  Public Broadcasting Station.   My roommate is a lady that I know from one of the other local groups that I belong.  
 
The tour is called, "Simply Italy", which basically means we will spend the entire week in Italy only --- touring Rome, Venice, Florence, Siena, and the Tuscany region.
 
You are right.   I am blessed in many ways.
 
Jane
 

 

 

 

 

September 19, 2005

Saturday we had a very nice get together.   Sixteen people were there.
 
Joan Bennett Belcher, Bull Miller, Dale Miller, Raymond Barnett, Bill Coles, Carroll Pack & Stanley Kinder, Sally Lewis Henson, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Jo Ann Spitler Bostic, Janet Buckner George, Judy Bowen Romano & her granddaughter Gabrielle, Barb Harvey & her granddaughter Kendyl and me.   (We talked that it was quieter without Butch - he simply must quit going to the farm to cut grass!!!)
 
We had entertainment today from Kendyl who serenaded us with "How Much is that Doggie in the Window"    Kendyl is representing the 50's in a church play and will sing this song along with wearing a genuine "poodle skirt".
 
Kendyl and Gabrielle had a swell time together.   This was their first time meeting.  
 
Sorry you missed it - plan to come next month.   Love to all Jackie

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From: Jackie Pauley
To: "Undisclosed-Recipient:;"@mailstore07.ntelos.net
Sent: Monday, September 05, 2005 8:44 AM
Subject: Labor Day

Dear Classmates:
 
Labor Day was created to be celebrated as the "workingmen's holiday."   They didn't mention the workingwomen's holiday back in the late 1800's.
 
Regardless of what they declared as Labor Day, I'll bet many of you or your families had to work today! 
 
If you are home (or other places) enjoying time with family and friends I do hope you are having a wonderful day.  For those of you who had to work - I hope you've had a good day too. 
 
To all of you I wish good health and much happiness no matter where you are.
 
Keep the people who were in the Hurricane and floods in your thoughts and prayers today.
 
Love to all - Jackie

 

 

 
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Jackie Pauley
To: "Undisclosed-Recipient:;"@mailstore07.ntelos.net
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 10:06 AM
Subject: Nunna Cyrus Hensley-See obit

Classmates:

Below is the obituary for our classmate Nunna Lee Cyrus.

Jackie

 

 

Nunna Lee Cyrus Hensley/See

Nunna Lee Hensley-See, 64, of Mountain Home, N.C., died Monday, Aug. 15, 2005.

A native of Wheeling, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Estle Grant and Florence Eggleston Cyrus.

She attended Marshall University and James Madison University. She lived in Charleston and Pipestem, W.Va., until moving to Mountain Home three years ago. She was the first woman truck driver for UPS, a social justice advocate and worked for the West Virginia Food Law Project, Appalred and the Commission in Appalachia (Cora.)

Surviving are her husband, William Carl See; two sons, William Lawrence Hensley and his wife, Sandra Blackburn Hensley, of Union, Ky., and Don Henry Cyrus Hensley of Farmington, Mo.; one daughter, Vivian Lee Hensley-Noe and her husband, Robert Anderson Noe, of Mountain Home, N.C.; a brother, Thomas Clyde Cyrus and his wife, Sue, of Charleston, W.Va.; grandchildren, Nathan and Nunna Beth Noe and Stephanie, Rebecca, Jessica, Christopher and Noah Hensley; and one great-grandson.

A service of remembrance will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 19, at the Lutheran Church of the Nativity, Arden, N.C., with Pastors Mark Fitzsimmons and Sara Ilderton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Appalachian South Folk Life Center, P.O. Box. 10, Pipestem, WV 25979, Elca World Hunger Appeal or Cora, P.O. Box 11908, Charleston, WV 25339.

 

----- Original Message -----
From: Jackie Pauley
To: "Undisclosed-Recipient:;"@mailstore07.ntelos.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 11:53 AM
Subject: Nunna Lee Cyrus (Hensley/See)

Classmates:
 
I have just  received the following email from Judy informing me of the death of Nunna Lee Cyrus.  It has many details you might want in case you wish to send a card.  
 
I also talked with Tommy and I have an email address for Nunna's daughter.  He says the daughter may arrange a memorial service for Nunna later on in WV.   I will let you know if this happens.
 
If I find an obituary I will post it ASAP.
 
Sorrowfully  - Jake
 
----- Original Message -----
From: "Judy Romano" <jbromano@mailstation.com>
To: <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2005 5:13 PM
Subject: Nunna Lee Cyrus (See)

Jackie: 
 
Nunna Lee's brother, Tom, called me today to tell me Nunna Lee had passed away today (cancer).  Her address is P. O. Box 1305, Mt. Home, N.C. 28758 ( near Asheville).
 
Tommy lives on Spring Hill Mtn.at 1048 Chestnut Street but receives his mail @ P. O. Box 9045, So Chas. WV 25309.
 
Their Mom taught school locally and Tom taught at UC and his brother taught at the Univ. of Maine. 
 
Tommy especially wanted us to let Jo Anne Berkley know about Nunna Lee.  Nunna Lee has 3 children - two boys and a girl.  Tommy also taught ballroom dancing for years.  He is a wonderful dancer. 
 
Could you please let our classmates know? 
 
Tom's number is 768-6942 if you need additional information.  Tom is recovering from cancer also. 
 Judy
 

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
To: "Undisclosed-Recipient:;"@mailstore07.ntelos.net
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 10:10 AM
Subject: Bill Warner's Mother's obituary

Bill Warner's mother Rozella Meriam Warner has passed away.  If you would like to mail Bill a card  please contact me for his home address.  Love Jackie

 

Rozella Meriam Warner, 87, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2005, in North Carolina.

Born Aug. 16, 1918, in Winifrede, the daughter of the late John and Bertha Mae Nelson, Rozella had formerly lived in South Charleston for 60 years.

She was a homemaker and retired from Stone & Thomas where she was a member of the Associates Club, was a member of South Charleston Presbyterian Church, South Charleston Eastern Star Chapter 131 and had attended Poplar Springs Church of Christ, King, N.C., for the past year.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willard “Bill” Dayton Warner, whom she married in 1938.

Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Willard “Bill and Jan Warner of King, N.C.; daughter and son-in-law, Pamula and Dr. Abdiel Lorente of Bradenton, Fla.; son and daughter-in-law, Richard “Dick” and Casandra Warner of Vinton, Va.; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A service to honor the life of Rozella Meriam Warner will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at Snodgrass Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park.

Family and friends will visit from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the First Presbyterian Church of South Charleston for the Heart and Hand Ministry.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, MacCorkle Avenue, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.

 

 

August 22, 2005

 

Hey there people:
 
We had a wonderful lunch as usual with several new people joining us!!!
 
Those able to come were:  Joan Bennett Belcher, Jane Monk Monday, Janet Buckner George, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Butch Buckley, Scott Buckley ('01), Bull Miller, Bill Coles, Jo Ann Spitler Bostic, Dreama Martin Vass and husband Roger, Raymond Barnett, Dale Miller, Treasure Wiblen ('57) and me.
 
It was great to see the following:  Butch's son Scott will go back to college soon so it was nice to catch up with him (Such a wonderful, smart, mannerly and handsome young man....nothing like his father - ha ha.)  Dale Miller (Bull's twin) joined us and probably will come to future lunches.  Treasure Wiblen was in town to buy a home in WV.  He will be moving here from CA in a few months.
 
Try to join us next month for one of our little "mini reunions."
 
Love to all - Jake

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WV GAZETTE     July 26, 2005 



Dave Weekley: 

SC’s 1959 team visits ex-coach for tribute

Earlier this month at Daytona Beach, exactly one week after the 
NASCAR stars left town, another group of stars — the West Virginia 
high school basketball variety — gathered near the speedway to honor 
the coach who led them to a championship.


Back in 1959, Jack Surrette coached South Charleston to the state 
boys basketball title, and the Black Eagle boosters were so 
impressed they bought him a new Chevrolet Impala. Surrette drove 
that Chevy out of the Kanawha Valley a year later for a job at 
Seabreeze high school in Florida, where he won two more state 
championships in the early 1960s. 


Twelve members of that 1959 squad, including four of the five 
starters (Black Eagles captain Carl Ward, Jay Dietz, Bill Londeree 
and Larry Kelley), made the trip to Daytona to honor Surrette, who 
retired in 1991 after also serving as the principal at two Florida 
high schools and as an assistant superintendent of Volusia County 
Schools.


South Charleston went 24-3 in 1959 and downed Fairmont Senior 73-67 
in the championship game. Dietz, Londeree and Ward were 
all-tournament selections that season. At the “Tribute Weekend” 
gathering in his honor in Daytona Beach, Surrette was awarded a 
ceremonial key to the city of South Charleston, among other gifts, 
and the championship trophy from the 1959 season made the journey as 
well, but just for the weekend before being returned to the Black 
Eagles’ trophy case.


July 22, 2005

CHATTERBOX

 

 News-Journal photos/MARGIE SCHLAGETER

 

 Former coach Jack Surrette, left. _and wife Betty are sa­luted by his former players. Jay Dietz, holding the trophy; Bill Londeree and Carl Ward. team captain, at the tribute.

 

Jack Surrette feted by '59 hoop champs

 

By MARGIE SCHLAGETER

 

In 1959, Jack Surrette coached the Black Eagles to their one and only state high school basketball championship. This weekend, several members of that South Charleston (W.Va.) team were in Daytona Beach to honor their former coach and his wife, Betty. According to the team captain, Carl Ward, "there isn't a bad apple in the bunch," due in large part to their coach and mentor. 

At a dinner Saturday at the Holiday Inn Express Speedway, his former players credited him for "who they are today - work ethic, loyalty, dedication." There were 31 former players and wives in town for the "Tribute Weekend."  Saturday, the room was decorated in the school's colors, orange and black, and lots of pictures on , the walls plus a school jacket and cheerleading uniform. 

Four of the five starters were there. Carl came from Pliny, W.Va., and joined Jay Dietz, who has homes in Alabama and. Arkansas; Bill Londeree, Charleston, W.Va.; and Larry Kelley, Lewisburg, W.Va. Oth­er players here were Ronnie Michaux, Lexington, Ky.; Ron Mallory, Teays Valley, W.Va.; Clarence Broyles, also of Teays Valley; Jim Hawkins, Cleveland, Tenn.; Greg Schultz, Kansas City, Kan.; Delbert Kidd, Dunbar, W.Va.; William Price, Marietta, Ga.; and William Turner, Winfield, W.Va_. . .. Jack received a basketball auto­graphed by the team and a clock with times from all over the world for "all the good times" in addition to the "key" to the City of South Charleston plus presents symbolic of the players' career or hometown. They also brought the trophy they won in 1959 with them to look at but not to keep. Jack thought it had been lost, so it was a nice sight. ... When Jack's team won the state champion­ship, the boosters gave him a new Chevrolet Impala.

 A year later, he and Betty packed that car and headed for Daytona Beach with their youngsters, Corky and Terri, to take over the head basketball coaching job at Seabreeze High School, where his basketball teams won state championships in 1961 and 1964. Corky was at the Saturday evening party, but Terri and her husband, Terry Perkins, were in Orlando for the week­end to celebrate her birthday. They did enjoy being with the visitors earlier in the week. . . . Jack brought Jerry Chandler, who had been a star at South Charleston High before Jack coached there and was coaching at one of the junior highs, to Daytona Beach to be his assistant coach. Jerry eventually became the head coach and is now the Sandcrabs' athletic director. He and his wife, Luana were at the party, and her sister, Judy Romano, and her 9-year-old granddaughter, Audrianna, were with them at the dinner from South Charleston. Jack was one of Judy's teachers in junior high' school. 

Before retiring in 1991, Jack had been the principal at Seabreeze and Main­land" and served as an assistant superintendent of Volusia County Schools.

 

 

July 19, 2005

We had our monthly luncheon picnic on Fred & Jane Ferrell’s patio.  There was so much wonderful food, home made BBQ’s, slaw, pasta salad, seven layer salad, scalloped potatoes, baked beans, potato chips and anything you wanted to drink. Dessert was Lemon  pound cake and peanut butter and chocolate cheese cake which was made by Ufa Mallory.  Ufa is the sister of Leo Mallory and is a great cook.

 Attending were Jackie Pauley, Judy Bowen Romano, Jane Monk Monday, Janet Buckner George, Bonnie Turner, Joan Belcher, Bull Miller, Raymond Barnett, Bill Cole and Fred Ferrell.  The weather was real hot but Fred had two ceiling fans that kept us pretty cool plus we had a nice little breeze.

 It was wonderful to get together with classmates to enjoy the good food and camaraderie.    Hope next month you will be able to join us on the second Saturday of August.  Jackie will remind you with a e-mail message.

See attached pictures take at the picnic below.

Love,

 

Joan

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July 11, 2005

Hey guys and gals:
 
This month we are all invited to go to Fred Ferrell's home for lunch.  If you need directions or phone number - call me.  Time will be 11am.  Date - July 16th.
 
We do hope we have a good turn out this month.  If possible, let me know if you plan to come or think you might make it as we'll  need an idea of how many will be there.
 
We'll be looking forward to seeing you!!!   Love to all Jake
 
 

 

June 22, 2005

 

Classmates:
 
1 - Once again the group met and had a nice time visiting and, of course, eating.  If you weren't with us we're sorry you couldn't be there so try to make it next month on the third Saturday of July.  Those attending were:  Joan Belcher, Phyllis Fenwick, Bull Miller, Judy Romano, Carroll & Stanley Pack, Jo Ann Scarbro and me.
 
2 -  This was Jo Ann's last lunch with us unless she comes in for a visit as she is moving to GA.   Jo Anne's  daughter Heather & husband Tyler Dobson are expecting twins October 22. Tyler and Heather who live in GA own an air traffic control software company and recently landed an Air Force contract. Boy & girl names are picked for the twins - Thomas Heath & Ameila Kathryn.  Recently, I had the pleasure of attending a surprise shower held for her.  (Many years ago, I had Heather in Sunday School class and our puppet ministry at our church.) Jo Ann bought a new home and will live only a couple of minutes away from them.  I'm sure she will have a blast helping with the babies and enjoy working part time for the Dobson Company.
 
3 - what is it about our classmates?   First, Wanda had her horrible episode with a deer when she tried to come to the reunion.  Now, Phyllis had a run in with a deer on the way to Canaan.  Johnny was in front of her with another vehicle.  Phy said she saw the deer running towards her and she tried to steer away from it, but ALAS it jumped on her car tearing up the hood and other parts and busting the windshield out.   Thank God, she wasn't hurt - only a few scratches, glass in her hair and of all things down her shirt.  She managed not to get cut in eyes etc.  She had broken glass and fur all over the front seat.   Someone was certainly watching out for her.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elizabeth J. Miller

Elizabeth J. Miller, 56, of St. Albans, passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2005, at her home after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marjorie and John P. Riggs.

Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Dale Miller; son, Paul Miller of South Charleston; daughters, Marjorie Zabrieszack and Greta Miller, both of St. Albans; stepdaughter, Daleann Ferrell of Dunbar; granddaughter, Kalie Warner of St. Albans; sisters, Eloise Dean, Carol Wisecup, and Urena Thompson, all of St. Albans; six step-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with Pastor Brian Haber officiating. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 13, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Kanawha Hospice Care, 1143 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar, WV 25064.

 

 

Walter D. Evans

Walter D. “Pat” Evans, 91, a longtime resident of South Charleston, died on Monday, June 6, 2005, at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

The son of Walter Augustus and Pearl Newcomer Evans, Pat was born in South Charleston on March 17, 1914, in the Women's Clubhouse on MacCorkle Avenue. Because he was born on St. Patrick's Day, he soon acquired the nickname of “Pat.” An older brother, Everett, a younger brother, Leslie; and a younger sister, Irene, preceded him in death.

He had lived and worked in South Charleston his entire life. Pat was educated in what was then called the Louden District and graduated from Louden District High School in 1932. He then attended Charleston Business College after graduation. While attending business school, he met and later married Helena Henrietta Hessom and they spent 68 wonderful years together until her death in February 2003. Pat and Helena had three children, Jean Evans Dotson of Hurricane, Don Evans of South Charleston and Judy Evans Gregor of Cincinnati, Ohio. Pat had 13 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

In 1929, Pat's father, along with several investors, founded South Charleston Lumber, later to be known as Evans Lumber Company, which is celebrating its 76th anniversary this year. At the age of 15, Pat began working at the lumber company unloading railroad boxcars with his brothers in the evening after school. He had worked at Evans Lumber Company for 76 years and, at the age of 91, he was still going to work each day.

He served as trustee on the board of Thomas Hospital, trustee of First Baptist Church of South Charleston, treasurer of First Baptist, trustee of Baptist Temple and the chairman of the First Baptist Church Building committee, which erected the Memorial Chapel.

In 1956 Pat became a charter member of the South Charleston Rotary Club, where he had maintained a perfect attendance record for 49 years. To preserve a perfect attendance, he scheduled appointments and medical treatments around his Rotary schedule in order to attend Rotary meetings. He had even attended Rotary meetings in Norway, when traveling abroad.

Pat was an avid horseman. For more than 40 years, he rode horses, groomed them and cared for their needs as his recreation. If inclement weather prevented riding, he worked in the barn and talked to them.

Physical activity was important to him. He built an exercise room in his basement, including an indoor swimming pool and sauna. No doubt his dedication to his fitness program contributed to his good health and long life.

On Pat's 90th birthday in 2004, the city of South Charleston presented Pat with a key to the city, in recognition of his community support. The state of West Virginia also presented him with the Order of the 35th Star.

Pat served many years on the Ravenswood Building and Loan Board, helping people acquire loans to build their dream homes. He always shunned recognition for the contributions that he had made to help others, but when he became interested in helping students at West Virginia State College by establishing a fund to help those in need buy books and meet other expenses, the college insisted on recognizing his contributions. At the commencement ceremonies in May of 1991, they presented him with a plaque acknowledging with “deep appreciation, the caring generosity of Walter D. “Pat” Evans by making the financial difference for deserving students to obtain a quality education at West Virginia State College.”

Pat began a fruitful ministry with West Virginia State College when he learned of a young girl who desired to attend college but lacked funds for her books. He quietly contacted West Virginia State College and began a long relationship with them. An endowment in his name was established for deserving students.

The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 10, at Charleston Baptist Temple, 209 Morris St., Charleston, with pastors the Rev. Archie Snedegar and Dr. Dennis Johnson officiating. Entombment will be in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

The visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Snodgrass Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be sent to the Walter D. “Pat” Evans Endowment Fund Scholarship, West Virginia State University, P.O. Box 1000, Institute, WV 25112.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, MacCorkle Avenue, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 05/23/05 11:33:15
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: May lunch report
 
Judy Bowen Romano was kind enough to write this lunch report for us since neither Joan or I were at lunch.   Thanks Judy - you did a great job.   (NOTE: I've added a few notes to Judy's in bold.)  Jake

 
Jackie:
 
 Bull Miller, Sally Lewis Henson, JoAnne Berkley Scarbro and I were the first to arrive.  Bull took a couple of pictures then a car pulled up - I said, "I think that is Greg Schultz", Sally said no, I think it is Bill Coles then we noticed the Kansas  license plate.  We all had a very nice lunch.  Sorry we missed it.   I had a baby shower/luncheon to go to that I just couldn't miss and it was at the wrong time to make our lunch before or after.
 
We talked politics, about classmates, the 59 All State team visiting with Coach Surette in Daytona in July, etc. 
 
By the way, Jo Anne is moving to Georgia next month - it will be her last meeting with us. (Who knows she might come in later for a lunch visit.)   Also, she belongs to a group that has a display at the new Federal Building, so stop and take a look.  Jo Anne had told me some time ago about her plans and she wanted me to post it a little closer to time for her to leave - so now  is a good time to post it.   I really hate to see her move, but just know her daughter Heather will be so happy to have her close to them and Jo Anne will be so excited to be there to help with "the twins" who will be born in October.  I already have Jo Anne's new address and email number which I will share when the time comes.  She will be at lunch next month so everyone should try to be there to give her a big '58 send off.  ha ha  Jo Anne, Tom (deceased) and Heather  went to our church and I had Heather in S/S and puppets.  Heather is a wonderful young lady.  I wish Jo Anne, Heather and husband Tyler and those little ones to come a lot of happiness and good health - I feel this will be a great move for Jo Anne.
 
Sally looked so cute with a aqua floral jacket matching shoes & bag.  (She always looks cute - agree?)  She mentioned that she just visited her daughter. (Remember she has a new grandchild too - so bet she loved that visit.)
 
I know Raymond went to his grandchild's All-Star game that he couldn't miss (I wouldn't miss one of those either), Janet's still recouping from knee replacement, Bonnie and Joan were out of townButch was absent, but he sent an excuse with Bull.  He was on his way to pick up Scottie from college. (Sounds pretty good to me.) I'm so sorry Greg missed all of these guys and gals and our other regulars.
 
I spent the afternoon with Greg - "enjoyable visit" and we also drove around town a little so he could get his bearings as to were a lot of you and other friends live now.
 
Chow, Judy


 
From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 05/15/05 08:45:05
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Fw: obit
 
Classmates:
 
I received this obituary from Jim O'Dell.   I'm very sorry that I didn't get this sent to you sooner as I had another workshop and didn't check my emails.  
 
I'm sure you all join me in expressing our sympathy to the Bennett family.  
 
If you need Frank and Jean Anne's home address for cards please contact me.   Love to all Jake
 

  From: "Jim O'Dell" <
jodell@wvsos.com>
To: "Jpauley (E-mail)" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Friday, May 13, 2005 1:04 PM
Subject: obit

Opal Katherine Bennett
Opal Katherine Bennett, 95, passed away on May 11, 2005.
She was an active member of Robinson United Methodist Church on Brown's Creek. She was a 62-year member of the Dunbar Chapter OES 133.
She is survived by sons, Lionel C. Bennett and wife, Janet, of Richmond, Va. and Frank W. Bennett and wife, Jean Anne, of Heathsville, Va.; daughter and caregiver, Barbara L. Bennett of Heathsville, Va.; one sister, Helen Elisabeth Bird of St. Albans;; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; seven nephews; and 11 nieces.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home Chapel, St. Albans with the Rev. Paul Baldwin officiating. Interment will be in Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Robinson United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Rachel Inman, treasurer, Rt. 1 Box 431, St. Albans, WV 25177.
Online condolences may be made at
www.bartlettchapmandfuneralhome.com.
Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, 409 Sixth Avenue, St. Albans is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 05/03/05 09:11:11
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Knee Replacements
 
Classmates:
 
I received this note from Mary Beth Dorsey Elmore concerning all the knee replacements.  Jake 
 

----- Original Message -----
From: "DAVID ELMORE" <mbdelmore@msn.com>
To: <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 3:18 PM
Subject: RE: Fw: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003

Hey Jake,
 
Was there something about those playgrounds that we jumped rope on that so 
many of our classmates have had knee replacement?  MB

 
Oh no - if we had only known.   :- )  We just weren't lucky enough to have been warned back in those "old days" of the dangers of such things.  ha ha

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 05/02/05 08:50:10
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Fw: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003
 
Classmates:
 
I heard from Betty Hamill Huth and she has some very helpful information to share with all of you.  I'm pleased that she had such wonderful results from her knee replacement surgery several years ago.  This could be the real encouragement and testimony to how well the results are from this surgery.  
 
I know several who have waited so long to have the surgery done and said they couldn't believe they had waited to have it because they felt so great afterwards. 
 
Take heed to what Betty says.  
 
Love Jake
 

----- Original Message -----
From: Betty Huth
To: Jackie Pauley
Sent: Sunday, May 01, 2005 2:21 PM
Subject: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003

Good to hear Janet and Gypsy are doing so well after surgery. Having been where they are, I had both knees done in July 2003, I wanted to add a few words of encouragement. I found that I really progressed quickly and when I finished with therapy at six months, I really turned a corner and from that point on things just got better and better. I am now walking three miles with no problems and the knees hardly bother me at all. NO PAIN in the knees, just stiffness occasionally and then I can't bend them as far as I could once upon a time, but then, can anyone else bend theirs? It was the best thing I have done and probably should have done it earlier. So if you think you might need to have it done, call me, I'll be glad to encourage you. I found that water therapy did wonders as well. Swimming and kicking in the water really was a great help.

Betty Hamill Huth

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/30/05 09:06:22
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Fw: Getting Old
 

Subject: Getting Old

1974 vs. 2004



1974: Long hair
2004: Longing for hair

1974: KEG
2004: EKG

1974: Acid rock
2004: Acid reflux

1974: Moving to California because it's cool
2004: Moving to California because it's warm

1974: Trying to look like Marlon Brando    or Liz Taylor
2004: Trying NOT to look like Marlon
Brando or Liz Taylor

1974: Seeds and stems
2004: Roughage

1974: Hoping for a BMW
2004: Hoping for a BM

1974: The Grateful Dead
2004: Dr. Kevorkian

1974: Going to a new, hip joint
2004: Receiving a new hip joint

1974: Rolling Stones

2004: Kidney Stones

1974: Being called into the principal's office
2004: Calling the principal's office

1974: Screw the system
2004: Upgrade the system

1974: Disco
2004: Costco

1974: Parents begging you to get your hair cut
2004: Children begging you to get their heads shaved
 
1974: Passing the drivers! ' test
2004: Passing the vision test

1974: Whatever
2004: Depends


Just in case you weren't feeling too old today, this will certainly change things.
The people who are starting college this fall  across the nation were born in 1986.  

They are  too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up.

Their lifetime has always included AIDS.
 
Bottle caps have always been screw off and plastic.
The CD was introduced the year they were  born.
 
They have always had an answering machine.
They have always had cable.
 
They cannot fathom not having a remote  control.
Jay Leno has always been on the Tonight
Show.
 
Popcorn has always been cooked in the
microwave.

They never took a swim and thought about  Jaws.
 
They can't imagine what hard contact lenses  are.
They don't know who Mork was or where he  was from.
 
They never heard: "Where's the Beef?", "I'd ! walk a mile for a Camel", or "de plane, Boss, de plane".
They do not care who shot J. R. and have no idea who J. R. even is.
McDonald's never came in Styrofoam containers.
 
They don't have a clue how to use a typewriter.

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/29/05 14:51:12
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Barbara Wolfe Harvey update
 
Classmates:
 
I just received this good news from Barbara and asked if it would be OK to share with all and she says yes.   Won't this be nice - we can add another to our monthly luncheons.
 
Love Jake

 
----- Original Message -----
From: "Barbara W. Harvey" <wolfe2@citynet.net>
To: "'Jackie Pauley'" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2005 5:28 PM
Subject: FYI

It is with great pleasure I tell you that my husband and I are looking for
an apartment, a house (one floor & preferably handicap accessible) in the
Kanawha Valley.  We plan to start downsizing our home here this summer.
 
Do you know what this means?  I PROBABLY WILL GET TO SCHS LUNCHES.
 
Barbara
 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/29/05 09:25:02
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Janet Buckner update
 
Classmates:
 
Below is my correspondence with Janet about her knee replacement surgery.   I'm so happy she is doing well and getting out some.
 
It's wonderful that you and Gypsy have gotten along so well with your knee replacements.   This could encourage some of those who have been putting off having this surgery done to go ahead with it.   Hope the two of you continue to improve daily.
 
Love Jake  
 

 
----- Original Message -----
From: <djgeorge58@charter.net>
To: "Jackie Pauley" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2005 10:54 AM
Subject: Re: April Luncheon
 
 
 Jake I would love to be at lunch, however that is when I am having my knee replacement surgery,  have a great time, and eat something sweet for me.    Love you,   Janet

 

----- Original Message -----
From: <djgeorge58@charter.net>
To: <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Friday, April 22, 2005 8:54 AM
Subject: Hello

       Hi Jake, well it is over and am I glad,  not as bad as I thought it would be though.  Would like to tell you and everyone that sent me a card or an email how much I appreciated it.   Hope to see you all soon.    Janet

----- Original Message -----
From: <djgeorge58@charter.net>
To: <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Monday, April 25, 2005 12:41 PM
Subject: Sympathy

Well today I got out and went to Wal-Mart, Hubby driving of course, but was still good to be out of the house.         Love ya   Janet

 

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/29/05 09:12:57
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Gypsy Barker Lyle update
 
Classmates:
 
Heard from Gypsy and she and David have been having a bit of health problems.  So happy to report that things are getting better for them now.
 
Correspondence between Gypsy and I below:

 

From: gypsy lyle
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 7:28 PM
Subject: Re: April Luncheon

Jackie, Long time since I've written.  Am recuperating and rehabing from a left total knee replacement which took place a month ago.  A couple weeks after I got home David broke his foot.  He was at martial arts class and was holding a mat for a guy who fell on him.  He is now is a knee high boot like deal.  We look like we are running a nursing home.  Fun in the West!  Gypsy

Gypsy: 
Oh my goodness.   Both of you down at the same time.  Yuck!!!   Wish I was there to help out a little.   Keep me posted as to the progress BOTH of you make.  Who is looking after you guys?  Friends?   Or hired helped in your nursing home  :- )
 
OK to post?
 
Love to both of you and sorry for your bad luck - Jake

Jackie:
 
Thanks for the kind thoughts.  We are managing pretty well at this point but have had a lot of help from good friends.  We have been eating better than we ever have.  David is in a walking cast which he can take off at night so he is doing well.  He is even going camping this weekend and will take the truck to sleep in so he doesn't have to get in and out of a tent.  He is joining up with some of the Az folk that go to the Burning Man event that he attends each year.  I go back to work next week and am getting pretty good on the cane and will look forward to the time I'm walking without it.  Feel free to post whatever you'd like.  I figure at this age we are all struggling with something.  Hope you and yours are well and say "Hi!" to all for me. 
 
 Love, Gypsy

 

 

Daughter of our class mate Bill Coles.

April 27, 2005

Sharon Coles Anderson

Sharon “Sherri” Coles Anderson, 46, of South Charleston passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2005.

She was a lifelong resident of South Charleston, having graduated with the class of 1977 from South Charleston High School.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Randy” Anderson; maternal grandparents, Don and Beverly Cornwell; and paternal grandparents, Brownie and Vie Coles.

Sherri is survived by her mother, Donna Cornwell Cash of Charleston; father, Bill Coles Sr. of Charleston; brother, Bill Coles Jr. and his wife, Melissa; niece, Sarah; and nephew, Matt, all of South Charleston.

Special thanks goes to friend and caregiver, Jobeth Nicholas.

A service to honor the life of Sherri Coles Anderson will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 28, at Snodgrass Funeral Home with the Rev. Calvin McCallister officiating. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park.

Family and friends will visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, MacCorkle Avenue, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/16/05 20:34:52
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: April lunch
 
Classmates:
 
Well, we had another great lunch and fun visiting today.  
 
This time we had two newcomers join us  Earl & Vesta (Pauley) Grinstead.  
 
Garry Pelfrey was in from VA.  Garry had unfinished business to take care of concerning his mother and her death in January.   I do hope he will have other happier occasions in the future to come back to WV to visit us and maybe have lunch.   I was fortunate enough to have him visit on Thursday evening and go to lunch with me on Friday.  He called to say he got home safely this evening.
 
Those attending lunch were:   Bull Miller, Jo Ann Spitler Bostic, Judy Bowen Romano, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Raymond Barnettt, Vesta & Earl Grinstead, Susie Thewes Brewer, Pelfrey, Bill Coles, Jane Monk Monday and me. 
 
Interesting notes:  
 
*I asked Bull how he got his nickname and he say from playing sandlot football and he would ram his head into everyone like a Bull.  I can just see this.  ha ha  
*Bonnie is leaving Tuesday to go for a short stay in Russia - this girl loves to travel. 
* Vesta, Earl and Pelf added some new discussions about teachers - which brought up all kinds of laughter and things we didn't know about that had happened when we were in school. 
*Susie had stopped by when we were about to leave and talked a while with everyone.
 
Hope you can join us next month.   Love to all Jake
 

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/13/05 12:48:07
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Janet Buckner George
 
Hey guys and gals:
 
Janet Buckner George is having knee replacement surgery tomorrow...keep her in your thoughts and prayers. 
 
Love Jake

 

 

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/13/05 12:40:18
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: report on Roger Vass - Dreama Martin Vass' husband
 
Classmates:   Here's a good report on Roger.   Happy for him and sounds like he's progressing just wonderfully.  Jake

 

----- Original Message -----
From: Dreama
To: Duane M. Vass ; Janet George ; JEAN MICHAEL ; Elizabeth ; Jackie Pauley ; Bridgeslb@wmconnect.com ; Davidson, Chuck ; cliffchapman@rushmore.com ; Davidson ; jd ; Larry and Betty ; mschapman1 chapman ; WencesRo@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: Roger, Dr. Said

Roger is doing great. The Dr. said he could start using a cane in a few days.  His incision looks real good, its not even red.  He is still having alot of pain in his leg the doctor said his back may be out of place from the way they twisted him around to see if his hip was going to stay in place.
 
Hopefully he will be able to drive in a few weeks.
                                                                      Dreama

 

 

April 4, 2005

From: Jackie Pauley
Date: 04/04/05 09:35:40
To: Undisclosed-Recipient:,
Subject: Betty Jo Marshall McMillion update
 
Classmates: 
 
Unfortunately for Betty Jo Marshall McMillion and her family they have had several difficult and terrible things happen lately and she said it was OK to share with all of you.   My heart goes out to her and I pray that God gives them peace, healing and understanding.  Please keep the whole family in your thoughts and prayers. 
 
Sorry to be so late posting this story as I had to type it.  I'm sure Betty Jo would love hearing from us and receiving our support - so send emails to mcb267@juno.com and write me for her home address if you prefer to write.  (I don't want to put their home address out there on the internet.) 
 
Love Jackie

 

 

 

Date: 05/23/05 11:33:15
Subject: May lunch report
 
Judy Bowen Romano was kind enough to write this lunch report for us since neither Joan or I were at lunch.   Thanks Judy - you did a great job.   (NOTE: I've added a few notes to Judy's in bold.)  Jake

 
Jackie:
 
 Bull Miller, Sally Lewis Henson, JoAnne Berkley Scarbro and I were the first to arrive.  Bull took a couple of pictures then a car pulled up - I said, "I think that is Greg Schultz", Sally said no, I think it is Bill Coles then we noticed the Kansas  license plate.  We all had a very nice lunch.  Sorry we missed it.   I had a baby shower/luncheon to go to that I just couldn't miss and it was at the wrong time to make our lunch before or after.
 
We talked politics, about classmates, the 59 All State team visiting with Coach Surette in Daytona in July, etc. 
 
By the way, Jo Anne is moving to Georgia next month - it will be her last meeting with us. (Who knows she might come in later for a lunch visit.)   Also, she belongs to a group that has a display at the new Federal Building, so stop and take a look.  Jo Anne had told me some time ago about her plans and she wanted me to post it a little closer to time for her to leave - so now  is a good time to post it.   I really hate to see her move, but just know her daughter Heather will be so happy to have her close to them and Jo Anne will be so excited to be there to help with "the twins" who will be born in October.  I already have Jo Anne's new address and email number which I will share when the time comes.  She will be at lunch next month so everyone should try to be there to give her a big '58 send off.  ha ha  Jo Anne, Tom (deceased) and Heather  went to our church and I had Heather in S/S and puppets.  Heather is a wonderful young lady.  I wish Jo Anne, Heather and husband Tyler and those little ones to come a lot of happiness and good health - I feel this will be a great move for Jo Anne.
 
Sally looked so cute with a aqua floral jacket matching shoes & bag.  (She always looks cute - agree?)  She mentioned that she just visited her daughter. (Remember she has a new grandchild too - so bet she loved that visit.)
 
I know Raymond went to his grandchild's All-Star game that he couldn't miss (I wouldn't miss one of those either), Janet's still recouping from knee replacement, Bonnie and Joan were out of town, Butch was absent, but he sent an excuse with Bull.  He was on his way to pick up Scottie from college. (Sounds pretty good to me.) I'm so sorry Greg missed all of these guys and gals and our other regulars.
 
I spent the afternoon with Greg - "enjoyable visit" and we also drove around town a little so he could get his bearings as to were a lot of you and other friends live now.
 
Chow, Judy


 
Date: 05/15/05 08:45:05
Subject: Fw: obit
 
Classmates:
 
I received this obituary from Jim O'Dell.   I'm very sorry that I didn't get this sent to you sooner as I had another workshop and didn't check my emails.  
 
I'm sure you all join me in expressing our sympathy to the Bennett family.  
 
If you need Frank and Jean Anne's home address for cards please contact me.   Love to all Jake
 

  From: "Jim O'Dell" <
jodell@wvsos.com>
To: "Jpauley (E-mail)" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Friday, May 13, 2005 1:04 PM
Subject: obit

Opal Katherine Bennett
Opal Katherine Bennett, 95, passed away on May 11, 2005.
She was an active member of Robinson United Methodist Church on Brown's Creek. She was a 62-year member of the Dunbar Chapter OES 133.
She is survived by sons, Lionel C. Bennett and wife, Janet, of Richmond, Va. and Frank W. Bennett and wife, Jean Anne, of Heathsville, Va.; daughter and caregiver, Barbara L. Bennett of Heathsville, Va.; one sister, Helen Elisabeth Bird of St. Albans;; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; seven nephews; and 11 nieces.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home Chapel, St. Albans with the Rev. Paul Baldwin officiating. Interment will be in Teays Hill Cemetery, St. Albans.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Robinson United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Rachel Inman, treasurer, Rt. 1 Box 431, St. Albans, WV 25177.
Online condolences may be made at
www.bartlettchapmandfuneralhome.com.
Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, 409 Sixth Avenue, St. Albans is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

Date: 05/03/05 09:11:11
Subject: Knee Replacements
 
Classmates:
 
I received this note from Mary Beth Dorsey Elmore concerning all the knee replacements.  Jake 
 

----- Original Message -----
From: "DAVID ELMORE" <mbdelmore@msn.com>
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 3:18 PM
Subject: RE: Fw: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003

Hey Jake,
 
Was there something about those playgrounds that we jumped rope on that so 
many of our classmates have had knee replacement?  MB

 
Oh no - if we had only known.   :- )  We just weren't lucky enough to have been warned back in those "old days" of the dangers of such things.  ha ha

 

Date: 05/02/05 08:50:10
Subject: Fw: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003
 
Classmates:
 
I heard from Betty Hamill Huth and she has some very helpful information to share with all of you.  I'm pleased that she had such wonderful results from her knee replacement surgery several years ago.  This could be the real encouragement and testimony to how well the results are from this surgery.  
 
I know several who have waited so long to have the surgery done and said they couldn't believe they had waited to have it because they felt so great afterwards. 
 
Take heed to what Betty says.  
 
Love Jake
 

----- Original Message -----
From: Betty Huth
Sent: Sunday, May 01, 2005 2:21 PM
Subject: Betty Hamill Huth; Knee Replacement July 2003

Good to hear Janet and Gypsy are doing so well after surgery. Having been where they are, I had both knees done in July 2003, I wanted to add a few words of encouragement. I found that I really progressed quickly and when I finished with therapy at six months, I really turned a corner and from that point on things just got better and better. I am now walking three miles with no problems and the knees hardly bother me at all. NO PAIN in the knees, just stiffness occasionally and then I can't bend them as far as I could once upon a time, but then, can anyone else bend theirs? It was the best thing I have done and probably should have done it earlier. So if you think you might need to have it done, call me, I'll be glad to encourage you. I found that water therapy did wonders as well. Swimming and kicking in the water really was a great help.

Betty Hamill Huth

 

 

Date: 04/30/05 09:06:22
Subject: Fw: Getting Old
 

Subject: Getting Old

1974 vs. 2004



1974: Long hair
2004: Longing for hair

1974: KEG
2004: EKG

1974: Acid rock
2004: Acid reflux

1974: Moving to California because it's cool
2004: Moving to California because it's warm

1974: Trying to look like Marlon Brando    or Liz Taylor
2004: Trying NOT to look like Marlon
Brando or Liz Taylor

1974: Seeds and stems
2004: Roughage

1974: Hoping for a BMW
2004: Hoping for a BM

1974: The Grateful Dead
2004: Dr. Kevorkian

1974: Going to a new, hip joint
2004: Receiving a new hip joint

1974: Rolling Stones

2004: Kidney Stones

1974: Being called into the principal's office
2004: Calling the principal's office

1974: Screw the system
2004: Upgrade the system

1974: Disco
2004: Costco

1974: Parents begging you to get your hair cut
2004: Children begging you to get their heads shaved
 
1974: Passing the drivers! ' test
2004: Passing the vision test

1974: Whatever
2004: Depends


Just in case you weren't feeling too old today, this will certainly change things.
The people who are starting college this fall  across the nation were born in 1986.  

They are  too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up.

Their lifetime has always included AIDS.
 
Bottle caps have always been screw off and plastic.
The CD was introduced the year they were  born.
 
They have always had an answering machine.
They have always had cable.
 
They cannot fathom not having a remote  control.
Jay Leno has always been on the Tonight
Show.
 
Popcorn has always been cooked in the
microwave.

They never took a swim and thought about  Jaws.
 
They can't imagine what hard contact lenses  are.
They don't know who Mork was or where he  was from.
 
They never heard: "Where's the Beef?", "I'd ! walk a mile for a Camel", or "de plane, Boss, de plane".
They do not care who shot J. R. and have no idea who J. R. even is.
McDonald's never came in Styrofoam containers.
 
They don't have a clue how to use a typewriter.

 

Date: 04/29/05 14:51:12
Subject: Barbara Wolfe Harvey update
 
Classmates:
 
I just received this good news from Barbara and asked if it would be OK to share with all and she says yes.   Won't this be nice - we can add another to our monthly luncheons.
 
Love Jake

 
----- Original Message -----
From: "Barbara W. Harvey" <wolfe2@citynet.net>
To: "'Jackie Pauley'" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2005 5:28 PM
Subject: FYI

It is with great pleasure I tell you that my husband and I are looking for
an apartment, a house (one floor & preferably handicap accessible) in the
Kanawha Valley.  We plan to start downsizing our home here this summer.
 
Do you know what this means?  I PROBABLY WILL GET TO SCHS LUNCHES.
 
Barbara
 

 

Date: 04/29/05 09:25:02
Subject: Janet Buckner update
 
Classmates:
 
Below is my correspondence with Janet about her knee replacement surgery.   I'm so happy she is doing well and getting out some.
 
It's wonderful that you and Gypsy have gotten along so well with your knee replacements.   This could encourage some of those who have been putting off having this surgery done to go ahead with it.   Hope the two of you continue to improve daily.
 
Love Jake  
 

 
----- Original Message -----
To: "Jackie Pauley" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Monday, April 11, 2005 10:54 AM
Subject: Re: April Luncheon
 
 
 Jake I would love to be at lunch, however that is when I am having my knee replacement surgery,  have a great time, and eat something sweet for me.    Love you,   Janet

 

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, April 22, 2005 8:54 AM
Subject: Hello

       Hi Jake, well it is over and am I glad,  not as bad as I thought it would be though.  Would like to tell you and everyone that sent me a card or an email how much I appreciated it.   Hope to see you all soon.    Janet

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, April 25, 2005 12:41 PM
Subject: Sympathy

Well today I got out and went to Wal-Mart, Hubby driving of course, but was still good to be out of the house.         Love ya   Janet

 

 

 

Date: 04/29/05 09:12:57
Subject: Gypsy Barker Lyle update
 
Classmates:
 
Heard from Gypsy and she and David have been having a bit of health problems.  So happy to report that things are getting better for them now.
 
Correspondence between Gypsy and I below:

 

From: gypsy lyle
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 7:28 PM
Subject: Re: April Luncheon

Jackie, Long time since I've written.  Am recuperating and rehabing from a left total knee replacement which took place a month ago.  A couple weeks after I got home David broke his foot.  He was at martial arts class and was holding a mat for a guy who fell on him.  He is now is a knee high boot like deal.  We look like we are running a nursing home.  Fun in the West!  Gypsy

Gypsy: 
Oh my goodness.   Both of you down at the same time.  Yuck!!!   Wish I was there to help out a little.   Keep me posted as to the progress BOTH of you make.  Who is looking after you guys?  Friends?   Or hired helped in your nursing home  :- )
 
OK to post?
 
Love to both of you and sorry for your bad luck - Jake

Jackie:
 
Thanks for the kind thoughts.  We are managing pretty well at this point but have had a lot of help from good friends.  We have been eating better than we ever have.  David is in a walking cast which he can take off at night so he is doing well.  He is even going camping this weekend and will take the truck to sleep in so he doesn't have to get in and out of a tent.  He is joining up with some of the Az folk that go to the Burning Man event that he attends each year.  I go back to work next week and am getting pretty good on the cane and will look forward to the time I'm walking without it.  Feel free to post whatever you'd like.  I figure at this age we are all struggling with something.  Hope you and yours are well and say "Hi!" to all for me. 
 
 Love, Gypsy

 

 

Daughter of our class mate Bill Coles.

April 27, 2005

Sharon Coles Anderson

Sharon “Sherri” Coles Anderson, 46, of South Charleston passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2005.

She was a lifelong resident of South Charleston, having graduated with the class of 1977 from South Charleston High School.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Randy” Anderson; maternal grandparents, Don and Beverly Cornwell; and paternal grandparents, Brownie and Vie Coles.

Sherri is survived by her mother, Donna Cornwell Cash of Charleston; father, Bill Coles Sr. of Charleston; brother, Bill Coles Jr. and his wife, Melissa; niece, Sarah; and nephew, Matt, all of South Charleston.

Special thanks goes to friend and caregiver, Jobeth Nicholas.

A service to honor the life of Sherri Coles Anderson will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 28, at Snodgrass Funeral Home with the Rev. Calvin McCallister officiating. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park.

Family and friends will visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Snodgrass Funeral Home, MacCorkle Avenue, South Charleston, is handling the arrangements.

 

Date: 04/16/05 20:34:52
Subject: April lunch
 
Classmates:
 
Well, we had another great lunch and fun visiting today.  
 
This time we had two newcomers join us  Earl & Vesta (Pauley) Grinstead.  
 
Garry Pelfrey was in from VA.  Garry had unfinished business to take care of concerning his mother and her death in January.   I do hope he will have other happier occasions in the future to come back to WV to visit us and maybe have lunch.   I was fortunate enough to have him visit on Thursday evening and go to lunch with me on Friday.  He called to say he got home safely this evening.
 
Those attending lunch were:   Bull Miller, Jo Ann Spitler Bostic, Judy Bowen Romano, Bonnie Brenneman Turner, Raymond Barnettt, Vesta & Earl Grinstead, Susie Thewes Brewer, Pelfrey, Bill Coles, Jane Monk Monday and me. 
 
Interesting notes:  
 
*I asked Bull how he got his nickname and he say from playing sandlot football and he would ram his head into everyone like a Bull.  I can just see this.  ha ha  
*Bonnie is leaving Tuesday to go for a short stay in Russia - this girl loves to travel. 
* Vesta, Earl and Pelf added some new discussions about teachers - which brought up all kinds of laughter and things we didn't know about that had happened when we were in school. 
*Susie had stopped by when we were about to leave and talked a while with everyone.
 
Hope you can join us next month.   Love to all Jake
 

 

 

Date: 04/13/05 12:48:07
Subject: Janet Buckner George
 
Hey guys and gals:
 
Janet Buckner George is having knee replacement surgery tomorrow...keep her in your thoughts and prayers. 
 
Love Jake

 

 

Date: 04/13/05 12:40:18
Subject: report on Roger Vass - Dreama Martin Vass' husband
 
Classmates:   Here's a good report on Roger.   Happy for him and sounds like he's progressing just wonderfully.  Jake

 

----- Original Message -----
From: Dreama
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: Roger, Dr. Said

Roger is doing great. The Dr. said he could start using a cane in a few days.  His incision looks real good, its not even red.  He is still having alot of pain in his leg the doctor said his back may be out of place from the way they twisted him around to see if his hip was going to stay in place.
 
Hopefully he will be able to drive in a few weeks.
                                                                      Dreama

 

 

April 4, 2005

Date: 04/04/05 09:35:40
Subject: Betty Jo Marshall McMillion update
 
Classmates: 
 
Unfortunately for Betty Jo Marshall McMillion and her family they have had several difficult and terrible things happen lately and she said it was OK to share with all of you.   My heart goes out to her and I pray that God gives them peace, healing and understanding.  Please keep the whole family in your thoughts and prayers. 
 
Sorry to be so late posting this story as I had to type it.  I'm sure Betty Jo would love hearing from us and receiving our support - so send emails to mcb267@juno.com and write me for her home address if you prefer to write.  (I don't want to put their home address out there on the internet.) 
 
Love Jackie

 

March 26, 2005

Walter E. Seckman

Walter E. “Ed” Seckman, 64, of St. Albans died Thursday, March 24, 2005, at home.

He was a member of Nitro Moose Lodge 565 for over 30 years. He was a professional drummer with various bands for 43 years. His favorite band was Wild Oats. He was of the Baptist faith and was a 25-year employee of the state of West Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Linnie Seckman.

He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Brenda; sons, Wayne and James Seckman, both of Alabama; daughters and a son-in-law, Joanna Royster of Nevada, Angela Smith of Spring Hill and Patricia and Jeff Bailey of Hurricane; and grandchildren, Damian Petrella of Nevada, Jennifer Roman and Miguel Roman, both of Boston, Mass., Justin Bailey of Hurricane, Jesse Royster of Nevada; Darlene Seckman, Brittany Bailey and James Seckman, all of Hurricane, Logan Royster of Nevada, Tyler Bailey of Hurricane and Vivian Blossom of Nevada. He is also survived by his loving in-laws.

Service will be 1 p.m. Monday, March 28, at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, with Pastor Mark Hesson officiating. Burial will be in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary.

 

Date: 03/23/05 20:29:10
Subject: Surgery update
 
 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, March 23, 2005 3:31 PM
Subject: update
 
          Hi Jake,  as I told you guys on Saturday, I would be going to the orthopedist yesterday.  He has schduled my knee replacement surgery for the 14th of April.    So when you are at lunch of the 16th tell everyone I said hello and hope to be with you all in May.    Janet

Janet, I know you will be happy to get this surgery behind you and I feel you will do just great.   We'll all be routing for you.
 
We'll miss you in April but will be looking forward to seeing you in May when you come in there skipping and jumping around.   :-)    Love ya Jake

 

 

 
 
Date: 03/21/05 10:00:31
Subject: March Lunch
 
Hey there:
 
The following were at lunch today:  Judy Romano, Bull Miller, Butch Buckley, Raymond Barnett, Bill Coles, Janet George, Jane Monday, Jo Ann Spitler and me.
 
We had a great time visiting and as usual the good laughs from "Butch".
 
Since Bull's birthday is this coming Tuesday - Judy brought a card for all of us to sign and a birthday cake which Applebee's kept hidden until the appropriate time.   Needless to say, Bull was quite surprised to get the cake and card.   Bull had to "put up with" Butch's comments such as:   He tried to get a burning permit from the Dept of Resources, but they won't let you burn fires during the day" and that Bull's Social Security card was No. 12.
 
Lots of fun - try to join us next month in April.
 
How about that WVU game?
 
Love to all, Jake
 

 

 

Date: 03/21/05 14:34:44
Subject: WEDDING
 
Classmates:
 
I had written to inquire from Jean Ann how the grandson's wedding went after they were here last month and joined us for lunch.   Here is her reply:

 
----- Original Message -----
From: Jean Bennett
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2005 9:02 AM
Subject: Re: WEDDING

It was a beautiful wedding; the bride was radiant; the groom was nervous; the parents and grandparents were proud and happy for the newlyweds. The weather was sunny and so was everyone's disposition. 
We also enjoyed seeing the "lunch bunch", catching up on each others life events and finding out "what's new" in South Charleston and the area; the location was convenient and  the food delicious. 
 
Hope we can meet with you again sometime.
Jean

We certainly hope you can meet us again sometime.   We enjoyed your company and we are very happy the wedding went well.   Love Jake

 

 

March 16, 2005

Date: 03/15/05 08:15:33
Subject: Sending you all a photo scanned
 
which you might want to use on website.  It's 1951 and Ms. McCullough's 6th grade Edison class.  We're posed in front of where we were graduating "to" -- SCJH.  I think I can identify at least 75% of us.  I'm the "half pint" on first row, first on left hand side.  This is the nickname Billy Cyrus' father gave me during 6th grade patrol trip.
 
Ms. McCullough was a wonderful teacher.  I can still remember some of her lesson plans, how she'd  buy us fudgsickles to take to Oakes Field, her handsome nephew who was older than we were -- last name Creighton -- how she'd read Lou Wetzel and Betty Zane to us, while we rested our heads on our desks, how she'd have us do calisthenics when energy level got high.  Ms. Hess was my 4th grade Edison teacher, and we have been neighbors with her daughter for 19 years now -- Martha Vaughan.  She had two grandsons and often Danny & I have helped them with school projects -- been interviewed for WWII stories, etc.
 
 
xxxooo Lyn
 
Edison 6th grade class.JPG

CTRL & Click to see larger picture

Ms. McCullough’s Sixth Grade Edison class – Late Spring 1951 –

(The children are identified by Lyn Bailey Gumowski, Joan Bennett Belcher and Mary Beth Dorsey Elwood.)

lst row:    Lyn Bailey, Jane Rearick, Darlena Taylor,  Kay Dulin, Sharon McVicker, Doranne Crable,  Judy Fox, Judith Stewart, Wanda Clay, Mary Beth Dorsey, Anita Wilson, Barbara Vaughan, Wanda Duty.  
 

2nd row:  Steve Taylor, David Cook, RIchard Stroll, Bill Coles,  Mike TooleyBob Mount, Butch Buckley, Kelly Smith, Bud Williams, Pat Armstrong, Joe Kerns, Joe Bennett, George Jones, Harold Harris.. 

3rd row:  Joan Bennett (or Jane not sure), Linda Payton,  Cynthia Cook, Benny Watkin, Allan Given, Louise McMillan, Ms. McCullough, Freddie Mitchell, Jan Healy, Jo Ann Hill, Barbara Bates, Sara Lynn Davis.

 


 


Date: 03/21/05 19:32:53
Subject: NO. 5 Ms McCullough's graduating class
 
NO 5:  JANE REARICK SHOUP HAS A CORRECTION AND SOME COMMENTS ABOUT THE PICTURE LYN SENT.  JAKE

 
----- Original Message -----
From: Jane Shoup
Sent: Monday, March 21, 2005 6:09 PM
Subject: Re: Ms McCullough's graduating class

One correction - just to the right of Ms. McCullough is Freddie Twichell.  (I had a special interest at the time!)  I can reinforce Lyn's comments about "Mac".  She was indeed a great teacher - made us work hard and didn't put up with any BS, but a lot of fun.  I remember her as one of the two or three best public school teachers I ever had.
 
Jane Rearick Shoup

 

JANE:  I DIDN'T HAVE MS. MCCULLOUGH BUT SHE MUST HAVE BEEN A FINE TEACHER.  JAKE

 

 

Date: 03/21/05 19:40:52
Subject: NO. 6 : PELF ABOUT PICTURE
 
NO 6:  GARY PELFREY HAS SOME PICTURE CORRECTIONS TOO:

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, March 21, 2005 6:34 PM
Subject: PICTURE

 
I contacted Lyn about a couple of corrections. I see by your instructions, I should have contacted you.
 
Anyway, I'm thinking the guy beside Richard Strohl is Bill Coles, not the next guy. I don't know the next guy beside Bill & Bob Mount. And the guy beside the teacher is Freddie Twitchel, not Mitchell. However, my guesses are as good as anyone else's.
 
GP 

I TOLD PELF HE'D BETTER START FOLLOWING MY INSTRUCTIONS - I'M GETTING TIRED OF ALL THIS INSUBORDINATION.     HA HA HA   
 
ANYONE OUT THERE HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE CHANGES?   I ALSO THOUGHT THAT WAS BILL COLES BESIDE STROHL. 
 
SO FAR TWITCHEL WAS IDENTIFIED BY JANE REARICK AND PELF SO IT MUST BE RIGHT.
 
JAKE

 

February 28, 2005

Date: 02/26/05 07:02:37
Subject: Ivan's trip to Austin
 
GOOD MORNING CLASSMATES:
 
THIS IS THE CONTINUED SAGA OF OUR CLASSMATES REBECCA AGNEW HUFFMAN AND IVAN ARBOGAST. 
 
WHEN WE LAST LEFT THESE TWO.....BECKY HAD JUST RETURNED FROM HER TRIP TO VISIT IVAN IN ARIZONA.  NOW WE FIND THEY HAVE JUST PARTED AGAIN AFTER IVAN HAD MADE HIS TRIP TO VISIT BECKY IN TEXAS (FEBRUARY 17- 22). 
 
HUFF HAS SEND US THIS WONDERFUL STORY TO SHARE SO WE CAN SEE WHAT A GREAT TIME THEY HAD VISITING.  I'VE ENJOYED READING ABOUT THEIR ADVENTURES AND ALL THE PLACES THEY HAD GONE TO AND THINGS THEY HAD DONE.  
 
THIS IS A VERY HAPPY AND FUN STORY - I LOOOOOVE HAPPY STORIES.   NOW I WONDER WHAT THE NEXT PLAN IS NOW THEY HAVE VISITED EACH OTHERS HOMES?   JAKE
 

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2005 1:45 PM
Subject: Ivan's trip to Austin

To most, February can be a very drab month.  A month of gray skies, rain, snow, sleet, cold temperatures, and mud.  The month before spring awakens with her beautiful clothing of bright light green leaves and pastel flowers...the new awakening of the earth.  Usually, most are happy that February is the shortest month of the year. 
 
For me, February this year, was very different, however.  My classmate from South Charleston High School, came to Austin, TX to visit me for four and a half days.  Ivan Arbogast and I toured and played, like children, from February 17- 21.  We filled every minute with fun and traveling, the radius of 150 miles, in every direction of Austin.
 
There is such a warm feeling to see a face from the past, one from childhood, a face from good ole W.Va.  Faces that even the years of time, have changed for the better.  Yes, we all get better with time and experience, adding to our ranks of life.
 
Ivan's plane was on time, and just after our hugs, I took him immediately to the private President's Club of Continental Airlines, where I had worked as part time bartender, after retiring from teaching.  A plush club, with black marble tables, and leather chairs, where only members may visit to and from their planes.  Ivan was served with free drinks and snacks.
 
Upon arriving at my house, Ivan was surprised with good ole W.Va. hot-dogs, with home made chili and slaw and of course, lots of onions.  We quickly ate the"feast" of our homeland, then off to see the Austin area.
 
Austin, is at the gateway to the Texas Hill Country, with many highland lakes, formed by the Colorado River.  Natural springs flow from the underground, Edward's Aquifer, and fill many rivers with clean crystal clear water.  We first headed for the Lake Travis area, in the rolling hills and mountains.  First showing him, the school district where I had last taught, located on top of the beautiful hills, with views of Lake Travis and the Mansfield Dam.  One can see a panoramic view of the hills in every direction from the high school.
 
Along Lake Travis are many fine restaurants, including one of my favorites called, Cantina del Lago, "the Oasis".  We headed for this special restaurant, with over a hundred outside decks, hanging on cliffs over the lake.  The grounds of the restaurant are beautiful, with many western sculptures and exotic flora.  After having drinks with a beautiful view of the lake, we headed for downtown Austin.
 
Downtown Austin, is beautiful with the state Capitol located right in the middle of town and the University of Texas, just north of the Capitol.  We drove down Congress Avenue, toward the Capitol and then down Sixth Street (the little Bourbon Street of Texas).  We decided, on a later day, we would walk down Sixth Street and visit all of the shops located there.
 
Just before going back to the house, I wanted to show Ivan the finest market that Texas has to offer.  It's called Central Market and it has the largest variety of fresh organic vegetables and fruits and a whole range of other items not found in local groceries. This store is awesome and beyond description with every variety of fruit and vegetable.  There may be over 15 varieties of apples alone, etc.  It is an impressive store and one to show those who have never visited this type of store.
 
After arriving home, we took my dog, Buffy, for a long walk in the darkness, through my neighborhood.  She loved Ivan, from her first greeting.
 
On Friday, we drove west into the Hill Country toward Johnson City.  Driving along a beautiful stream we passed the Lyndon Johnson ranch with grazing buffalo and long horn steers.  Stopping at my favorite western shop in Johnson City brought back visions of the old west...with its rusty stars, conchos, hand made items, leather goods, and many photos of Roy Rogers, Gene Autry, John Wayne, etc.
 
Passing by Wild Seed Farms, we stopped to visit where wild flowers are grown and seeds harvested, to be sent all over the country.  There are acres and acres of wildflowers, making a patchwork quilt of blues, yellows, reds, and every color possible, on the horizon.  Ivan purchased a large package of wild flower seeds, that are able to germinate and grow successfully in West Virginia, to be planted there.
 
Traveling farther west, we passed through the wine country and we stopped at Becker Farms Winery, to do a bit of wine tasting, see the vineyards, and take a tour of the wine making process.  This tour was very educational, being shown the process of harvesting, making wine, and even the process of making the wine barrels.
 
One cannot drive through the Hill Country without driving to Luckenbach, so that was our next stop.  Most are not aware that Luckenbach a very small "town" with only a dance hall and an old post office with a country store and bar in the back.  The population of Luckenbach is a whole, 3 people.  The country store is just old run down barn board type, but has the most ambiance that one can experience.  As we walked through the old store toward the bar in the back, music could be heard.  When we got to the bar area, there were three cowboys, playing guitars, a mandolin and singing western songs.  Wearing cowboy hats and one with a "Willie Nelson" beard and hair, sang many country and western songs, as we all stood around, drinking long neck beers. Anyone from the street, with guitar, could just come by and join in, as they continued to do.   As we were leaving, Ivan bought us both a blue denim, long sleeved, Luckenbach shirt and hat.
 
Farther west was the town of Fredericksburg, a German town, with German food and many bakeries, antique and gift shops.  As we walked down the main street sidewalk, we passed a vintage stringed instrument shop.  Peeking in the window, we could see the owner, playing a mandolin, so we went inside.  He played like a professional, even played the banjo for us, "Bluegrass" music, that we requested.  There were two middle aged cowboys, also playing guitars toward the back of the shop.  This was so, TEXAS.  Ivan was interested in the mandolin that the owner was playing, so he bought that very one with a hard case, and DVDs, teaching him how to play it.  What a great souvenir and enjoyable hobby.  After returning to Austin, that evening, we feasted on fried catfish and all of the trimmings, at Catfish Parlor, another rustic western restaurant.  We couldn't leave without their home made warm blackberry cobbler with home made vanilla ice cream on top.  We shared this together, with Ivan scraping every single morsel of it out of the bowl,  wiping the bowl clean with a napkin, and then telling the waitress that Becky, had licked the bowl, clean.  Yeah, right....
 
Being a birding specialist, I had learned from the Audubon "hotline", that a pair of Bald Eagles, were nesting in the Llano region of the Hill Country.  So on Saturday, we headed north west, about 100 miles, to view the eagle's nest with little eaglets.  On the way, we stopped at Marble Falls, for a wonderful Hill Country breakfast, at the Blue Bonnet Cafe (Blue Bonnet, being the state flower of Texas). 
 
Upon arriving, the nest site was only approximately 100 yards from the road, so with binoculars, one could see it very well.  I brought my Kowa fluorite lensed telescope and we could see the eagles and young, close up.  It was a cloudy, misty, foggy day.....and the eagles looked surreal, in the mist, as if in a foggy dream.  The adults would take turns, bringing fish to the nest and feeding the young.  The adults were in their full adult plumage with yellow beaks, white heads and tails and a wingspan of eight feet.  To experience the majestic Bald Eagle in flight and soaring overhead, was an awesome "happening", bringing back memories of my soaring across the Arizona desert in a glider plane. 
 
In Llano, there were many western shops, many of which were selling antique wagons from the old wild west.  At lunch time, we stopped by Cooper's BBQ and watched the process of outside BBQ pits in operation for this historic restaurant.
 
Upon returning to Austin that late afternoon, we went to the Austin Gun and Knife show, something of which, we both enjoyed. Later, that night, we went  to walk down Sixth Street..(little Bourbon Street) and experience its festivities.  It was beautiful in the darkness, under the lights of the restaurants and venues, in the mist and fog.  The mist swirled around the street lights and it was very much like walking through a huge beautiful snow globe, hand in hand. 
 
Located on Sixth Street is the historic grand, Driskill Hotel.  J.L. Driskill was born in Tennessee and came to Austin, in 1869.  He made his fortune during the Civil War, by selling cattle to the Confederacy.  In early 1880 he became a wealthy cattle baron, and built this luxurious grand hotel, one that would rival the palaces of New York, Chicago, St. Louis, and San Francisco...to show as a showpiece for the frontier town of Austin.  In 1996 the restoration began with the hotel being restored to it's original grandeur.  In 1999, the historic landmark hotel reopened, with all proceeds going to benefit the Austin area charitable organizations.  Ivan and I went into their plush dining room, with stained and leaded glass, pillars and huge beautiful chandeliers, and had an exquisite evening dinner together.
 
Sunday, our last full day together, we traveled south, visiting San Marcos and their natural spring filled lakes and rivers.  We observed the bubbling natural springs forming the mouth of the clear spring fed San Marcos River.  Next, to Grins, for the best cheese burgers in Texas, another restaurant with many outside decks.
 
Since we are both interested in the fine arts, we traveled to another German town, called Gruene (pronounced....Green), where there was an outside art show in progress.  One of my friends of 30 years and retired teacher, is also a professional photographer, who exhibits and sells her works there.  Ivan got to meet my photographer friend and her husband at the art show.
 
While in Gruene, we went to the Grist Mill, a historic mill, converted into another restaurant, with decks suspended high up over the Blanco River.  There, we enjoyed a long neck beer together.
 
Another neat place in that area is a historic restaurant called, Clear Spring Cafe, just outside the German town of New Braunfels.  This building was built in 1874, and was a store, town hall and place to store cotton.  People from miles around came there to buy the necessities of rural ranch and farm life and to gather for community functions, such as dances, parties, plays, school functions, and political rallies.  The saloon there was known for its cold beer and good company.  In the 1970s local country western bands played for large crowds, enjoying cheap beer and good music.  Musicians such as George Strait, Bo Diddley, Willie Nelson, and Hank Williams, Jr. performed there.  Today, the crowds come to Clear Springs, for their tasty catfish, mountains of onion rings, and other good western food.  Ivan and I had a beer, their famous onion rings and fried crawfish tails.  yummmmm
 
After leaving full of beer and crawfish, we drove through Landa Park, a large natural park around many natural springs.  We walked along the areas where the springs flowed out of the hills and enjoyed viewing their crystal clear waters.
 
On the way back to Austin, we stopped by the new large Harley Davidson motorcycle store.  Having two motorcycles, I knew that Ivan would enjoy browsing around.
 
That night, we went to one of the finest steak houses in Austin, the Texas Land and Cattle Company, for luscious rib eye steaks and all of the trimmings.
 
On Monday morning, we arose early, and took the ride back to the airport, for Ivan's flight back to Arizona.  I smiled, as I looked over at him, as we both were wearing our matching light blue denim shirts, with Luckenbach logos and matching jeans.  Soon he was in the air, flying back to Arizona, a little changed....having just four days of the "Tastes of Texas" in his soul.
 
Yes, February can be a dreary month for most, and yes, it was overcast, foggy and drizzly here the whole time of the visit.  However, the sun was shining in our hearts for four and a half days of fun, laughter and just touring around. 
 
Life is made up of small comings and goings.  For everything that we take with us, there is something that we leave behind.  This time shared together, will be something that I will always take with me in my heart, as being a very special moment in time.
 
Becky Agnew Huffman
 
 
 
 
 

 

FEBRUARY 22, 2005

Date: 02/20/05 14:06:03
Subject: February Lunch
 
Hey there people:
 
We had a great lunch on Saturday with the regular group - Butch, Bull, Bill, Raymond, Owen, Joan and me.  We were lucky to have some of the 
other '58 classmates join us.
 
Jean Ann (Mattox) & Frank Bennett ('57) who now live in VA and Jean's brother Dick Mattox ('59 who lives in TN) were in for one of Jean & 
Frank's grandchildren's wedding.  They were able to work it in to have a quick lunch with us and then on to the wedding in Pliny, WV.
 
Then as we were ordering, we looked up and lo and behold there was Kay Hill Pursley (Sandyville, WV) who had come to visit an aunt in South 
Charleston.
 
We had a wonderful time catching up with everyone. 
 
Hope you can join us in March - it's hard to tell who might show up!!!  
 
Love to all, Jake

 

 

FEBRUARY 4, 2005

Date: 02/04/05 10:22:49
Subject: Critter Dinner
 
Judy Bowen Romano's daughter, Vicki, has graciously sent us all of the information on the "Critter Dinner" which will be held in Dunbar. 
 
I don't see ramps listed, but if we hear of someone who will be serving them in the area we will keep you posted.  Thanks Vicki for the helpfu
l information, Jake
 
 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2005 2:20 PM
Subject: Fw: Critter Dinner

Below is details about the Critter Dinner in Dunbar.  We could not locate any local Ramp dinners...(Chas., So Chas.) 
 
   "Dunbar Critter Dinner" will be Saturday, February 19, 2005, at the Dunbar Recreation Center. We will be serving roasted pig, 
deer, deep-fried turkey, squirrel, bear, gator, antelope and various other tasty critters to gnaw on. Drinks, side dishes and desserts 
will be served. Come on out and join us for a great afternoon of food, fun, and bluegrass music. If you would like to donate som 
Critters or just help out call 304-766-0220. Admission: 2 cans or more of food to be donated to the Dunbar Food Pantry.

 

 

February 2, 2005

Date: 02/01/05 09:40:23
Subject: Fw: Reunion -- July 2005!
 
You can see when and what time I sent this to everyone....wonder why you didn't get it - I did.  Jake
 
 

 

February 7, 2005
 
Dear Jackie,
 
Thank you so much for the information about Jane.  Also for the prayers for my family.
 
My granddaughter is getting shots and they have managed somehow to get the cost much lower.   They seem to be helping.  They can't undo the damage; but is supposed to keep her from twisting more.
 
I was in line at the grocery store this morning.   A beautiful new baby was in front of me.  Her little hand was so sweet.   I love baby hands and feet.  It was hard to choke back the tears for our baby.  It is hard for my daughter.   A woman at church is expecting twins in six weeks.  We are so happy for her; but it is a constant reminder of our baby.   Yes it is hard. 
 
Our grandson died two years ago this month.  (Note:  I have put the story about her grandson below for those who didn't have email at that time.)  We have our teary moments; but with the hope of Heaven, we can be together again.
 
I appreciate the photos; but I don't recognize anyone.  They wouldn't know me either.  It's been forty-seven years since we have seen each other.  Names with the pictures would be so welcome.
 
I guess it's OK to send Carolyn (Jarrett) a valentine or, her husband.  The last I heard from him, he didn't think she knew him.
 
I remember The Black Eagle Deli.  Anna Medley and I loved the grilled cheese sandwiches that Carolyn's mother made.  We begged her to give us extra dill pickles.  They were so sour and we loved them.   I remember her mother kept her change purse in her cleavage.   We thought that was so funny.   I still have the Pyrex bowls Carolyn gave me when I got married.
 
I sent Carolyn a lap quilt after I heard about her accident.   It had Snow White and Cinderella and the Princess on it.   I hand quilted it.   My granddaughter saw it and she thought it was for her.  So, I had to make her one like it.   She is four years old.
 
I know how sad Joan is to loose her twin.  I still think of our classmates as kids. Reality is such a jolt.
 
Our computer is so slow.  I can write a letter faster.   I don't have much patience for computers.
 
It is OK to share my troubles with our classmates.   Does anyone remember me?  ha ha
 
Love Betty

 
From: MCb267@aol.com 
To: jpauley@intelos.net 
Sent: Monday, February 24, 2003 11:07 PM
Subject: Grandson's death


Please let our classmates know of the sudden death of my oldest grandson. Michael died at his computer. He had a birth defect (left main heart artery never fully developed) which had never been detected. The autopsy revealed it had suddenly collapsed and death was practically instantaneous.
 
He had joined the Navy, passed the physical and other tests and was to begin basic training upon graduation from Hi School. His mother found him the morning of Feb. 19, 2003. MICHAEL JAMES "MIKE" MCMILLION (b. Nov. 28, 1984 -- 18 yrs. old.)
 
He had a wonderful Christian witness and a sweet personality. When he was in the 4th grade he wrote a paper about how he loved life and living in America. He wished that all the world could live in freedom as we do. He decided to be a Navy man when he was in Jr. Hi. He loved computers and studied volumes of computer books.
 
What a loss for the Navy and our family and all who knew and loved him.

Betty Jo Marshall McMillion 

 

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 9:54 PM
Subject: Fw: Reunion -- July 2005!

CLASSMATES:  I AM FORWARDING THIS ON TO ALL OF YOU SINCE I DON'T KNOW WHO'S FATHERS
 WERE CARBIDERS.  I KNOW SEVERAL OF YOU WENT TO THE FIRST REUNION THEY HAD.  JAKE

 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 6:29 PM
Subject: Reunion -- July 2005!

To all former Carbide Campers and Camp Staff Members,

You are invited to the Second Major Carbide Camp Reunion to be held the weekend of July 22-24, 2005 in Charleston
 and on Blue Creek.   If you attended the First Major Reunion in 2002, please come back again.  If this year’s reunion 
will be your first, we encourage you not to miss the opportunity to see your friends (and their families) as well as “old” 
Counselors. 

We will also be honoring Carlton Gandee, director at Camelot from 1968-1978.

In 2002, we had returnees who were campers when the camps opened in the 1950’s as well as those who were 
campers and staff when the camps closed in 1982. 

Here is how the weekend is planned:

Friday, July 22:  We will have a social gathering in Charleston beginning at 6:30 pm with the location to be determined.
  Food and drink will be available. 

Saturday, July 23:  We have reserved the Riverside Pavilion (Shelter) at Coonskin Park from 8:30 a.m. to dusk.  Lunch
 will be catered and your entire family is welcome to attend.

Saturday night July 23 to Sunday July 24:  We have reserved the Hunting and Fishing Lodge on Blue Creek for those 
who wish to bring their own camping equipment and food and stay overnight.  

You may register for the reunion by emailing Scott Mease at
scottmease@aol.com or by calling him at 908-272-8224.  
Please specify which activities you plan to attend and the number in you family so that we can get a count for food services.
If you have questions, you may email them to Michael Potter at
ncmountaineer@hotmail.com.

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Charleston Marriott Hotel (downtown) for a group rate of  $ 85.00 per night for
 July 22 and July 23, 2005.  The number of rooms available is limited so you are encouraged to make your reservation
 early.  If you wish to reserve a room, you may call the hotel at 304-345-6500 directly or 1-800-228-9290 and advise 
them you are part of the “Carbide Camp Reunion” group.

Signed,

Michael Potter (1961-1973)


You're receiving this message because you contacted the guestbook at www.carbidecamps.net or corresponded with us about the camps. You may receive more than one similar 
message, because there are several of us who are interested in having another excellent reunion!  If you would like to be removed from this particular list, please let me know. 

Thanks,  Bob Lilley

 

 

January 28, 2004

Date: 01/28/05 10:00:25
Subject: Asking a Favor
 
TO ALL SCHS CLASSES AND OTHERS WHO MIGHT READ THIS EMAIL:
 
This message is from Jean Ann Mattox Bennett ('58).  I'm sure Jean will appreciate any information or advice you can provide.  Please write to her direct.   Thanks Jackie

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jean Bennett" <fjbennett@rivnet.net>
To: "Jackie Pauley" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Thursday, January 27, 2005 10:00 PM
Subject: Asking a Favor

To South Charleston and nearby classmates.
I need information about in-home care for a stroke patient; she is ambulatory, has some
communication skills and can do most of her personal care. Needs assistance to church,
hair dresser and doctor appointments, fixing meals, general house cleaning/laundry,
doing physical therapy and speech therapy.

Please advise about reliable Home health agencies or some bonded person you know
who might fit our needs.  Will probably need for 3-6 months, maybe longer. Stoke was
in November, but she has made lots of progress since then. Family has come in from
out-of-town to care for her on a rotating basis since November.

Thanks for you consideration,
Jean Mattox Bennett



 


 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

January 27, 2005

Joan has posted on the website the 183 stories/memories that you have sent so far.  The first 100 are under (Shared Mem 1) and then (Shared Mem 2) will be from 101-183 etc.   So if you delete a story that you want to reread or share with others you will be able to go to the website and find them.  www.schs1958.com
 
Thanks and love to all, Jake
 

 

January 27, 2005

 
----- Original Message -----
From: "Barbara W. Harvey" <wolfe2@citynet.net>
To: "Jackie Pauley" <jpauley@ntelos.net>
Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2005 11:25 PM
Subject: WV online beginner & intermediate geneoloy class

Hey
This may be of interest to some of our group.  Although it will primarily be
WV genealogy, it will apply to anywhere.

This online non credit course is offered by WVU & begins Feb 1. 

http://www.elearn.wvu.edu/Continuing/BegGen.htm     ( I will put this address on the Favorite Sites' Page)

Barb





 

January 22, 2005

heard from Wanda Clay that Georgia's mother had died.   Below is her obituary.  Jake

 

 

 

L. Margaret Blackwell

L. Margaret Blackwell, 85, of Tornado passed away on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, in Thomas Memorial Hospital after a short illness.

Margaret was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Association 5, the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, the International Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekah Lodge 287.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Blackwell Jr.; brothers, Eustis and Babe; and sisters, Dorothy, Janie and Sis.

Margaret is survived by her daughters, Georgia Kay Hess and her husband, James, and Sandra Deloris King, all of South Charleston; grandchildren, Michael Gaynor, Angie Gaynor, Jerry Lee Wood and Terry Lynn Mollohan and her husband, Mike; great-grandchildren, Larry Means, Stephanie Mollohan, Michael Gaynor, Zachary Gaynor, Isaiah Gaynor, Chasity Walk, Devon Hoffman, Ryan Farley, Austin Wade and Courtney Thomas; three great-great-grandchildren; special niece and nephew, Jim and Linda Nicholas; and lots of other loving nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 23, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with the Rev. Juanita Eads officiating. Burial will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

In accordance with Margaret's wishes, in lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Kanawha Hospice Care, 1143 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar, WV 25064; or Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV 25311.

 

Classmates:
 
It is with great sympathy, that I report Gary Pelfrey's mother has passed away.  A few years ago, Gary and Ruth Ann had moved her from SA to a nursing home which was closer to their home in VA.  Gary our sympathy goes to you and your family.  
 
Jackie
 
PS  those wishing to send cards to the family may get their home address from me or Joan.  

 
Sada Pelfrey, formerly of St. Albans died Friday January 21, 2005. She was the widow of Evertte E. Pelfrey and is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Ruth Ann Pelfrey as well as her grandson, Scott Pelfrey and his wife Laura.
 
Mrs. Pelfrey, born in 1911 in Carter County, Kentucky, was the daughter of James W and Henrietta Stamper. She was an honors graduate of Morris Harvey College and taught in the Kanawha County school system for 35 years, spending most of her time at Tackett & Ann Bailey Schools in St. Albans.
 
Her remains will rest in Inspiration Mausoleum at Cunningham Memorial Park in St. Albans. At Mrs. Pelfrey’s request, there will be no funeral service.  
 

 

 

 

 

January 19, 2005

 
Classmates:
 
We had a great time at lunch again this month (January).   Those present were:  Joan Belcher, Butch Buckley, 
Bull Miller, Raymond Barnett, Jane Monday, Judy Romano, Jo Ann Bostic, Janet George and me.
 
It's always a special time to be with our group.  Lots of good fun sharing stories and talking about what's going
 on with our families and ourselves and which classmates we've been in touch with since the last luncheon.   And
 of course, best of all......eating that great food.  Yummy
 
Try to join us soon.   We'd love to see you!!!   
 
Love to all Jake    

 

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Have a great holiday, all of you.

 

 

 

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