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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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2/2/2012
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Debbie Haney
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Karla, I was sad to hear about Jeannette`s dad. It`s so hard to lose a parent. Jeannette, you`re in my prayers. Sue, we`ve been praying for Cason. So happy to hear good news of his getting better! We`ll keep praying!
Love, Deb
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kbsparkles@att.net
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1/28/2012
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Karla Blount
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On a sad note, Jeannette Pugh`s father went to meet the Lord on January 26. The obit is in the Herald Banner. Karla
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kbsparkles@att.net
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1/27/2012
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Karla Blount
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Such great news. This is wonderful. Karla
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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1/26/2012
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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Dear SSHS classmates of 1967 Our grandson, Cason, is improving each day and has was moved from ICU to a private room on Wednesday afternoon. He has been taken off of the ventilator, and the chest tube has been removed. We have seen the power of prayer working on our little Cason, and we give our Lord all the praise for taking care of sweet grandson. Thank you for your prayers and please continue to pray that he will be able to go home soon and be the active little boy that we love to watch shoot hoops with his basketball. God Bless You,Rickey and Sue Cook
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kbsparkles@att.net
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1/24/2012
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Karla Blount
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Rickey & Sue--Count me in. Starting right now. Karla
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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1/21/2012
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rRickey and Sue Cook
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Dear GHS class of 1967 - We need your prayers for our grandson, Cason Cook. He has strep bacteria in his lung (strep bacteria is similar to strep throat). He has been in ICU since Tuesday and sedated. He is a very sick little boy who will be 3 in February. Please pray that the Lord reach down and touch his little body and heal him. I am claiming this victory from God as I write this and will praise His name and give Him the Hnor and Glory. Thank you and God Bless You, Rickey and Sue Cook (As I have the opportunity, I will keep you posted on our little Cason).
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speedbird1948@ hotmail.com
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1/18/2012
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duke swallow
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If this is the Sharon Jones I went to Bowie Elementary with, she must have had an interesting life cause I remember her getting kissed by Jimmy Clanton outside the Greenville Municipal Auditorium after a concert that featured Frankie Ford (Sea Cruise) as they stopped off for coffee money on their way to Dallas.(how far back does that take you?) and being arrested for threatening the life of President Gerald Ford, I think. Anyway, sad to lose another classmate. God bless,
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speedbird1948@ hotmail.com
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1/18/2012
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duke swallow
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If this is the Sharon Jones I went to Bowie Elementary with, she must have had an interesting life cause I remember her getting kissed by Jimmy Clanton outside the Greenville Municipal Auditorium after a concert that featured Frankie Ford (Sea Cruise) as they stopped off for coffee money on their way to Dallas.(how far back does that take you?) and being arrested for threatening the life of President Gerald Ford, I think. Anyway, sad to lose another classmate. God bless,
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kbsparkles@att.net
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1/13/2012
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Karla Blount
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I saw on fb that classmate Sharon Jones died earlier this month in Granbury. The obit is in the Star-Telegram.
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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12/28/2011
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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Dear GHS friends - We wish each and every one of our GHS friends a very Happy New Year. Our Christmas was filled with children and grandchildren. It was such a blessing to have all our family at our house for the holidays. Our home was filled with family and lots of laughter and fun. We have been so blessed by our Lord, and we give Him all the glory and praise. We would love for all of us (GHS friends)to meet for dinner in the Greenville/Dallas area. Just let us know when and where. God Bless You All, Rickey and Sue Cook
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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12/26/2011
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Debbie Haney
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I hope you all had a Merry Christmas and enjoyed time with loved ones. I pray the blessings of the Christmas season will continue each day and that you have a happy and healthy 2012. Alan, you`re so right. The years seem to slip away more quickly, and I find myself reflecting more on `memories of home`. Our country is in my prayers, as are each of you. May God bless each of you in the coming year, and may the road ahead be paved with hope of a brighter day. Happy New Year!
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alanackles@verizon.net
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12/18/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Thanks, Karla and to you too!
Well, kids...yet another year has come and gone. How quickly they slip away now.
As 2011 comes to a close, and another Christmas season is upon us, allow me…..
I love this country as I know all of you do. Despite the “Leave it to Beaver” tag for our generation, I am proud to have been a child of the 50’s and moreover, to have parents that were part of the “Greatest Generation”. How time has changed things. It’s disheartening that our failed leadership has abandoned the very principals and values that made this country great, and replaced them with misguided policies and political correctness. Sadly, we are seemingly headed down a path of self-destruction. We have lost our way. This is not the country for which my dad left home, stepped into the ball turret of a B-17 and risked his young life. This is not the country that we all loved in the fifties and sixties.
I’m reminded of a verse from the beautiful, yet profound Christmas carol “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” that proclaims:
”Then peeled the bells more loud and deep…. God is not dead nor doth he sleep. The wrong shall fail, the right prevail…with peace on earth good will to men”
And so that is our hope. And as we stand at the threshold of yet another year, let us pray diligently for our precious country and embrace more than ever the values we hold so dearly that we were taught so many years ago, in a little old place called Greenville, Texas.
It’s always so great to hear from each of you! May the warmth and joy of the Christmas season be with you now and every day throughout the coming year.
Merry Christmas everyone! Alan
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kbsparkles@att.net
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12/17/2011
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Karla Blount
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Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you and your loved ones. I hope you all have a great Holiday Season! Karla
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alanackles@verizon.net
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12/11/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Donny Ray. One of the guys. I remember nothing but good things about Donny...and for a farm boy, he always wore the best looking threads. Good athlete, infectious personality. He will be missed. aa
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kbsparkles@att.net
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12/6/2011
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Karla Blount
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I just heard about this from Facebook. Sad news. Thanks for the update. Karla
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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12/2/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Mike, I`m very saddened to hear this news. I will be praying for his family. I will always remember his smile.
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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12/2/2011
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MIke Price
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I hate to be the bearer of sad news, but Donny Ray passed away on December 1. Lynch Funeral Home is handling the service. Donny was a great classmate and a good friend to all of us.
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kbsparkles@att.net
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11/10/2011
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Karla Blount
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As always, it was great seeing you, Debbie. At the GHS Homecoming Game on Oct. 21, the GHS Band celebrated its 80 yr. anniversary. The alumni made an appearance on the field with the current GHS Lion Pride Band. It has been awhile since I was on a REAL football field! Memories.....Karla
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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11/1/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Mike, thanks for the info about the book. Sounds like a fun read!
Karla, it was great seeing you at the fair!
Thinking of those we`ve lost, thankful for each day.
Blessings, Debbie
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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11/1/2011
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Michael Price
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I just finished reading a book titled "Looking for Trouble" writen by Ronnie George--Mike`s brother. It is a compilation of stories about growing up in Greenville and on their farm. It brought back memories of Greenville the way it was in the `50`s and `60`s. For a nostalgic reflection of our youth, I recommend it as a good read ful of fond rememberances. My best to everyone, Mike
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alanackles@verizon.net
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10/29/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Big Dale. He would never pass me in the school halls without saying howdy. Noticed he was a deacon in his church. I knew there was always something different about Dale. Now I know. Good kid...good memories. Obituary at Coker Matthews website.
aa
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kbsparkles@att.net
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10/18/2011
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Karla Blount
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I got the information about Dale from Milton Haney last night, and got a phone call this morning from Ralph Stroope. My sister worked with his wife during the `70s. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Karla
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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10/16/2011
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Sue and Rickey Cook
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Dale Killough passed away Friday, Oct. 14,2011. Graveside services are Monday Oct. 17, 2011 at Memoryland Memorial Park, Greenville, Tx. at 2:00 p.m.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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9/30/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Alan, you`re so right. Faith..family..friends. How could we manage without them?! I`ve been so priviliged to see both Sue Passons Cook and Karla Blount recently. Seems like friendships get sweeter as the days go by.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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9/29/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Thanks, Karla. Didn`t know Mike all that well but do remember him. It kind of gives you an empty feeling inside when we lose a classmate. And of course the reality is, we`re going to be doing this a lot as we approach our senior years. So be safe, everyone and don`t forget the three most important things in life...Faith, Family and Friends. aa
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kbsparkles@att.net
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9/27/2011
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Karla Blount
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A few days ago I intended to post that I had learned another of our classmates, Mike Jones, was deceased. Instead, I read Sue`s post about Paul and decided to wait. Mike transferred to GHS and played french horn in the GHS Band.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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9/25/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Thanks Sue for the post about Paul. I played basketball with Porter and he was a superb all around athlete. But more than that, he was a genuinely nice guy. It was good to spend some time with him at the last reunion if for only a short while. He will be missed. aa
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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9/20/2011
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Sue and Rickey Cook
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Paul Porter passed away Sept. 15, 2011
Visitation Sept. 20--6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Coker-Mathews Funeral Home
Funeral Sept. 21----2 p.m.
Coker-Mathews Funeral Home
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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9/13/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Karla, it was so fun to see the Texan sign lit up again! Thanks for sharing the link.
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kbsparkles@att.net
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9/6/2011
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Karla Blount
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There are some great pics taken during last Saturdays Cruise Night on fb page Greenville High School-Texas Street-Greenville, Tx including the "Texan" Theater sign in lights again!
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kbsparkles@att.net
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8/27/2011
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Karla Blount
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There is another reunion on October 21 in honor of GHS Band 80 year anniversary. See fb page "GHS Lion Pride Band Alunmi Reunion." Karla
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kbsparkles@att.net
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8/27/2011
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Karla Blount
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Rally `Round Greenville is September 16-18. See Greenville-Chamber for more info. Former GHS Band students of Bob Cartwright are having a reunion on Sept. 17. Contact me or fb page "GHS Band-Cartwright Kids" for more info.
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kristi.edwards@hotmail.com
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8/23/2011
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Kristi Blankenship Edwards
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Wynn, if you are reading this message board, I want you to know how sorry I was to learn of Roseabell`s passing. My mother called me a few days earlier with the sad news. Your mom was a lovely, talented woman who will be missed by many. XOXOXO
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rick_coom@hotmail.com
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8/22/2011
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Sue Passons Cook
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I am so sorry to hear about Wynn Warren`s mother passing away last week. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Wynn and her family. Sue Cook
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rick_cook@hotmail.com
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8/22/2011
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Sue Passons Cook
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Our local newspaper had a contest to win tickets to the Johnny Mathis Concert at the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas and also dinner at the Capital Grille. I WON the tickets, and Rickey and I went last night for the dinner and concert. It was a great meal at the Grille and a wonderful concert. Johnny Mathis can still sing those beautiful songs that we all listened to as teenagers. I wanted to share this exciting event with my classmates. I wish we could all get together to have a meal and visit. Love, Sue Passons Cook
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kbsparkles@att.net
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8/20/2011
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karla blount
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My thoughts and prayers to Wynn and her family. Karla
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alanackles@verizon.net
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8/18/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Wynn Warren`s mom Rosabel passed away this week. Obituary in the Herald Banner. Didn`t know that she was Gussie Nell Davis` successor as Flash Director at GHS. She was a wonderful talented lady. Prayers and blessings to Wynn and family. aa
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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8/16/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Thanks for the info, Karla!
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kbsparkles@att.net
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7/29/2011
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karla blount
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There will be a Wesley Street Cruise night on Saturday, Sept. 3. See Facebook page by the same name for details.
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kbsparkles@att.net
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7/27/2011
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karla blount
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Another good Facebook page is---I was raised in Greenville, Tx.
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kbsparkles@att.ne
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7/25/2011
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karla blount
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Found out about a Facebook site from Karen Stanley Denney, GHS `66 called Greenville High School-Texas Street-Greenville Tx. Many great photos and comments. Check it out!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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6/25/2011
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Debbie Haney
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I just found out today that Marsha Bell McKay`s mom, Francine Bell, passed away June 16. Marsha and her family are in my prayers.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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6/17/2011
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Alan Ackles
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For those of you who sang in the choir under Charles Sivley, there will be a surprise "This Is Your Life" 80th birthday party for him on July 9 at 4pm at Wesley Methodist Church in Greenville, with reception to follow. Try to spread the word to as many as you know who sang in the choir. Remember this is a SURPRISE! We will all sing "The Hallelujah Chorus" at the end, so brush up on your Handel. Hope you can make it. Alan
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alanackles@verizon.net
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5/25/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Many of you know that Lizzy McGaughey lives in Joplin and we`ve been a bit concerned about her and her family. Danny Ott spoke with her on Monday and despite her phone and water being out, she was fine and her home was undamaged. That`s a bit of a minor miracle considering half the town was wiped out. I know she would appreciate our prayers for the rest of the community. aa
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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5/25/2011
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Debbie Haney
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I hope everyone is safe after all the storms. Thankful for safety. Praying for those who suffered loss.
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speedbird_1948@hotmail.com
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5/14/2011
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duke swallow
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CB`s! i was in there a few years ago and was talking with CB and i allowed as how i used to pay 7 cents for a hamburger and he laughed and said, "Yeah, and I remember when I used to work all day for a dollar." Been there, done that. take care guys.......and stay away from trucks on the highway.
dukus
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jkeithbrown1369@comcast.net
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5/14/2011
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Keith Brown
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Hello eveyone, My sympathy to James on the loss of Nancy and his Mom. We`re still here in the Rockies. I started work as a IT Analyst for the USDA in 08. Please pay your Taxes, I need the money!! Chick-n-Rick keep me informed of the state of things in Texas, the Net tells me the rest. I hope everyone is doing well and take care,
Go Big Red
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kbsparkles@att.net
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5/4/2011
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karla blount
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I received an email indicating that on Saturday, May 14 at the Band and Flash Floorshow, Bob Cartwright is being honored as this year`s member of the "Hall of Fame." This email is going out to past Band, Flash, and all possible interested students of all classes that attended GHS during Mr. Cartwright`s work there. If you would like a copy of the email, let me know. If you find out further details, please update.
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griff@reunionsonline.net
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3/12/2011
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Griff (Webmaster)
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In order to make your site more secure, I have added a security code to the forms. There are webcrawlers out there that can update classmates in the Directory, leave messages and update the database. This security code will stop that from happening.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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3/8/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Mrs. Billingslea was a lovely lady and a treasured teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with Brad and his family.
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kbsparkles@att.net
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3/6/2011
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Karla Blount
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Alan, you are correct. I am saddened by this news. I sat behind Brad in senior English and always thought of his mom during class. My prayers are with Brad and his family
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alanackles@verizon.net
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3/3/2011
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Alan Ackles
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Many of you will be saddened to know that Marie Billingslea (Brad`s mom) passed away February 17. She taught many of us 8th grade English and was one of the finest teachers to ever grace a blackboard in the Greenville school system and one of my personal favorites. I credit much of my career abilities to many things I learned from her. I was fortunate enough to be able to visit her several years ago...she was as lovely and graceful as ever. She complimented me on what a fine, smart student I was. I said she had me confused with someone else. We both had a good chuckle...I will always remember that. I know Brad and his family would appreciate our prayers. aa
Obituary link http://heraldbanner.com/obituaries/x72347411/Marie-Billingslea
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kbsparkles@att.net
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2/26/2011
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Karla Blount
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Sherry, I am so sad to hear this. My thoughts are with you....
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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2/20/2011
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Debbie Haney
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I just read that Sherry Dew`s husband passed away. He fought a long and courageous battle, with Sherry by his side. I know she is comforted by our prayers.
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londahunter@yahoo.com
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2/17/2011
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Londa Ledbetter Hunter
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Sherry (Cunningham) Dew`s husband has cancer. He is on our prayer list at church. The only info I have is that he is getting treatments at MD Anderson. Remember Sherry and her family in our prayers.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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2/11/2011
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Debbie Haney
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CB`s! Great memories there! Wonder how many of us could fit in CB`s?! I think a lunch there would be great! OK, Sue, let`s do it! I`m giving you a call! :) Love you too, "Sis"!
Family...that`s what our 40th felt like. Amazing how the years melted away and how much more important it was that we had another opportunity to make `new` friends out of the `old`. Hope everyone will come to the next reunion. I think you`ll be glad you did.
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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2/9/2011
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Sue (Passons) Cook
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I am really looking forward to the reunion. It would be nice if those of us that are close enough could get together for a dinner and visit. I remember getting into my car and heading to CB`s for a quick lunch. CB`s had the best cookies (wish I could find that great taste of cookie again). My lunch consisted of a diet rite cola and two cookies and then quickly head back to school. Those were good days at Greenville High School. Deb, I hope you are feeling better and know how those aches and pain can hit us. It is snowing again in our town. I am sitting at the computer and watching the snow fall in our back yard. I love you Deb. I am anxious to attend the reunion when it gets here. Love, Sue (Passons) Cook
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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2/7/2011
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Debbie Haney
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Hello, Classmates!
I hope 2011 is finding you all doing well; however, if you`re anything like me, you`re finding those little nagging aches and pains making life a bit more interesting! :) Of course, if I wouldn`t trip and fall and bruise myself, I might not have so many of those little nagging reminders that life is marching on! It`s hard to believe we will have been out of school for 44 years this spring! Really?! I`m finding myself wondering how everyone is doing and looking forward to seeing you all again. That next reunion will be here before we know it! Print pictures and get your stories ready now (better write them down though! :) And when you can, share a thought or memory! I`m remembering that I got a B in conduct for being late to class ONE time...and that was in a wreck at lunch! And I wasn`t driving! And it was HomeEc! OK...your turn!
(Can you tell...I`m waxing nostalgic and would love to know how you`re doing!)
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kbsparkles@att.net
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12/31/2010
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Karla Blount
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I hope all of you have a SUPER 2011!!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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12/19/2010
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Debbie Haney
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Wishing each of you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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12/2/2010
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Debbie Haney
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Going through old photos of my husband`s aunt, I surprised him by recognizing a photo of a former classmate from Lamar Elementary School (first and second grades). (I might not always remember names, but faces seem to stick in my mind!) I compared the photos to the ones I had...it had to be the same girl! When I turned over the first photo...no name, but the second one said "Barbara". It was the same girl! He never really knew her, but they are second cousins! We would like to find her. Her name was Barbara Johnson and her brother`s name is Jimmie. If you remember her or know her, please let her know I would love to find her!
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kristi.edwards@hotmail.com
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12/2/2010
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Kristi Blankenship Edwards
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Seasons Greetings Y`all:
I retired in July and wear retirement well. I am a volunteer advocate for foster children and also teach one course at a local college. Visit me on FaceBook, which I update about every two months. I wish you all good health and contentment this holiday month and in the months to come.
Warm regards,
Kristi
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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11/24/2010
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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James, very sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A very Happy Thanksgiving is wished for all of you. We are truly blessed in many ways.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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11/21/2010
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Alan Ackles
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! May you be surrounded with family you love, friend you cherish, and food enough to make you bloat, collapse on the floor and watch the Cowboys lose. We are blessed more than we deserve. aa
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alanackles@verizon.net
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11/9/2010
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Alan Ackles
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If you haven`t already heard, James Ervin just recently lost his Mom. What a difficult year it has been for him. His wife Nancy to cancer back in April and now his Mom.
http://www.cokermathews.com/services.asp?page=odetail&id=723&locid=
Once again, i know James and his family would appreciate your prayers and encouragment. Thanks. aa
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srranch@hotmail.com
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10/27/2010
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Debby Cunningham
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Just wanted everyone to know that Teresa Bramlett Turner had heart surgery on Mon., Oct. 25. She had an aortic valve replacement. She is still in ICU in Regional Hospital in Longview. I am keeping up with her progress through her Mother who lives there. Will post updates as I hear.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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10/11/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Attending my husband`s class reunion made me wish for our next one! Though I know few of his classmates, it was a warm and friendly atmosphere, and I`m happy to have made some new friends. As they remembered their classmates who have gone on before them, they rang the school bell. It`s a reminder to cherish each day and the friendships that we hold dear. I hope our next reunion will bring even more of our classmates together, in a casual atmosphere that lends itself to long conversations and fond memories. "We hail from GHS! She is the best!"
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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10/2/2010
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Janet
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The 1st and 2nd grade years were my most memorable . . . Mrs. Bray (1st grade) and the little Red Picture Book that had pix of everyone in school. Still have that little red book. Mrs. Kelly in 2nd and that wonderful little circus program we did; even went to ET to perform for the performing arts class I think it was. Just reading all the posts really does bring all those memories flooding back (how sweet they are!)
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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10/1/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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I enjoyed visiting with Karla Blount at the State Fair this year. She said to let you know she`s in the Pan Am Building, with the Dog Shows and Pig Races! Come by and see her! Ask for Sparky!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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9/20/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Ah,yes, SuLaine! Mimeograph ink. Purple and strong! Unmistakable `fragrance`! :)
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sulaine.callaway@sbcglobal.net
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9/12/2010
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SuLaine Lunsford Callaway
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Debbie and Alan, you guys do bring back a flood of memories. At Houston School, my first grade teacher was Ms. Williams. Richard Adkisson, Mike Cooper, Debby Orr and I were in the same class. Do you guys remember the smell of mimeograph ink?
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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9/2/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Waxing nostalgic this morning. Janet and Alan, I enjoyed your posts about 1st grade. I have only have a few pics of elementary school, but I do have class pictures of Miss Moore`s first grade class and Miss Arnsby`s second grade class. Anyone interested in a copy can email me, and I`ll be happy to share with you. My grands range from 2nd to 12th...seems only yesterday that we were there! Alan, I think I`ll go pull out a new box of crayons. Thanks for the memories y`all! (And don`t forget the paste! yum! ;)
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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9/1/2010
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Janet Abla
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Alan & Debby, thanks for always keeping us up to date on what`s going on with our "67 kids" I truly appreciate all the news.
Shades of yesteryear, Alan, about the stroll down 1st grade lane. I remember being scared By the end of the year, I hated for school to be out. Hope your g`baby enjoys it as much as I did!
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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9/1/2010
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Janet Abla
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Sue, just read about your dad. I`m so very sorry to hear that ... it truly is difficult to lose one`s parents. But just know there are many of us praying for you and your family at this time.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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8/28/2010
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Alan Ackles
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I just learned that Sue Rowe`s father passed away on Wednesday. For those of you that don`t remember, his insurance company was an icon in the Greenville business landscape for many years. I know Sue and her family would appreciate your prayers.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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8/27/2010
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Alan Ackles
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Thanks for the memories, Debbie. Yep I remember there was a certain smell in the room as I set foot in Mrs. Smart`s first grade class for the first time at old Travis school. Must have been that unmistakable scent of Crayolas. I had a little trouble sitting down at my desk, because my husky jeans were as stiff as a board. Of course I looked pretty cool because they were rolled up about 6 inches and my hair glistened with Brylcreem. Fast forward...my grandson just started his first day of school this week. My, how far we have come since then. I wish those days for him....but we`ve lost them. Better stop now, I`m about to get political. Happy schooldays everyone! aa
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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8/23/2010
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Debbie Haney
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School started here today. Seems strange that we`re two generations away from when we started our first day of school. I don`t really remember my first day, but I do remember my teacher, Miss Moore. How I loved her! So thankful for teachers like her. Hope you all have a great first day...whether you`re teaching school, attending school, have kids in school, or are just remembering.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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8/14/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Thank you, Janet, I`m doing pretty well these days. But, if I had known about all these "aches and pains", I would have been "old" first and be "young" now! ;) I`m young at heart, though! Hope you are doing well. I was so happy to see you at the reunion. Has it really been almost three years???
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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8/11/2010
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Janet Abla
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Debbie Haney: hope you are doing a lot better these days -- sounds like you have had a few health issues.
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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8/11/2010
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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Hi to all! I haven`t been on the website in a while -- so I`ve been catching up -
James Ervin: so very sorry to hear about Nancy. My prayers are with you and your family.
Judy Rhodes: I saw where you were in VEgas at the PBR finals . . . my hubby and I love the PBR and go to the rides when they are close to South Carolina. Hope you had a great time! Will you be going again this October?
Mario Caris: Hope all is well in your part of the world now. Hope to hear from you one of these days.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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8/5/2010
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Alan Ackles
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A really good visit. It`s good to stay in touch even if it is for a short time. Stay cool everybody!
Jean Garber, congrats to you, dear! What a run! aa
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mwmoney@yahoo.com
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8/3/2010
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Wayne Money
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Enjoyed lunch at Pizza Hut yesterday with Alan Ackles, James Erwin, Terry Hicks, Danny Ott and Mike Price. No special occassion, just sat and visited for awhile. Need to do it again. Thanks Alan for getting it together
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kbsparkles@att.net
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7/6/2010
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Karla Blount
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I will definately check out the video. Congrats. to Jean Garber Magness who retired Friday after 38 yrs. with the Miss Texas Organization. I believe the scholarship organization is 75 yrs. old. At retirement, Jean was Chairman of the Board/CEO.......Is anyone elso following "The Tour?" The crashes are making me a bit nervous.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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7/4/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Thanks, Richard. I really enjoyed watching the Greenville video. It really brought back memories. It`s good to see Greenville "growing"! I really enjoyed watching one of my sons ride into downtown to finish the bike race (during our 40th reunion). And two of my sons, with their wives, rode in the race after that. We enjoy driving around town when we can, remembering...and seeing `new` sites, especially downtown. I hope everyone will check out the video.
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rkat_13@msn.com
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7/4/2010
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Richard Katchinska
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Check out video on Greenville at
www.greenville-chamber.org/
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rkat_13@msn.com
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7/1/2010
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Richard Katchinska
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Hope everyone has a great 4th of July
weekend. Play safe and stay happy.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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6/5/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Texas heat has arrived! I sure was hoping for a little cooler temps this early in June! We`re getting `rested up` to welcome grandkids` summer visits! :) Any "cool" ideas to do with kids? One of my grandsons loves to do crafts with me. He calls them "scrafts", so I have some `new` ones lined up for him! Grandneices from San Anonio will join in the fun. Hope you all have a "cool" summer!
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alanackles@verizon.net
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5/29/2010
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Alan Ackles
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Happy Summer everyone! Hope you all have a fun, safe Memorial Day as we remember those who fought and died for the freedom we love so dearly. Post a message when you get a chance! aa
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rkat_13@msn.com
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5/6/2010
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Richard Katchinska
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I am so sorry to hear of James` loss. My prayers are for him and his family.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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4/27/2010
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Alan Ackles
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Information regarding Nancy Ervin`s funeral arrangements:
Visitation
Wednesday April 28, 2010
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Rest Haven Funeral Home
Rockwall Chapel
2500 State Hwy. 66 East
Rockwall, TX 75087
Funeral
Thursday April 29, 2010
4:00 PM
First United Methodist Church
305 N. Josephine
Royse City, TX 75189
For more information and maps, you can copy and paste the following link:
http://www.resthavenfuneral.com/obituaries/obituaries-detail.cfm?method=2&id=878
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alanackles@verizon.net
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4/26/2010
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Alan Ackles
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I know you will all be saddened to know that after a lengthy bout with cancer, James Ervin’s wife Nancy passed away this afternoon.
Funeral services are tentatively planned for Thursday, April 29 in Royse City.
I will post the rest of the info as soon as I know.
Please pray for James and his family.
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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4/24/2010
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Debbie Haney
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Thanks for the info, Karla!
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kbsparkles@att.net
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4/21/2010
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Karla Blount
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I received notice of a possible new virus to hit in the next few days. The email would be titled something like "Postcard From Hallmark" and would appear to be sent from one of your current contacts. Heads up
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speedbird_1948@hotmail.com
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3/27/2010
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Duke Swallow
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Do you know what you call an anesthetized rabbit?
The ether bunny!! (groan!)
ps.. in case anyone has been desperately trying to get in touch with me, my fone # is now 479-567-9665. Changed from NC to Arkeyville so that harassment is now a local call. :) take care, God bless,
dukus
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txd1va@sbcglobal.net
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3/4/2010
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Judy Rhodes
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FYI...I just heard from Mario in Santiago. He was in Olmue, 40 miles from Valparaiso during the earthquake. He said he felt the earthquake and immediately the electric went out and then the water. The major problem was communications. He returned to Santiago Sunday and everything is more normal and he has Internet. If you would like to email Mario...mariocaris@vtr.net Hope everyone is doing well! Judy PS Karla...I think I know the problem with dup notes...our fingers press the wrong keys!
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tarp6023@aol.com
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3/3/2010
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Mark Tarpley
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Well now its my turn. I have retired from Boeing and, when combined with my Air Force career, that`s about 43 years in some form of aviation. Looking forward to the slower pace and staying busy with the things that I choose to be active with. The golf game needs work, that is a nice place to start. I will also be teaching for Olahoma State so I have things to keep me interested for sure. For now we will stay on the wrong side of the Red River and flash the "Hook`em Horns" when nobody`s looking. Love staying in touch with our Message Board!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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3/1/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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March...in like a lion and out like a lamb? I`m hoping that hard rain this morning is the `lion`, because I`m ready for some `lamb` weather! I don`t know when I`ve been so cold for so long! : ) We really enjoyed the nearly 12 inches of snow mid-February, and now we`re ready for a little warmer temperatures!
Duke, it sounds like you have enjoyed both kinds of weather in your travels!
Happy March, everyone!
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speedbird_1948@hotmail.com
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2/18/2010
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Duke Swallow
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HI Guys, Just getting back online after another computer resurrection. I just wanted to share a bit of my life with you guys, especially those of you who are more or less retired. This winter it has been my "pleasure" to have been in or on the edge of three major blizzards so far. The first blizzard that hit Washington, D.C. last December found me spending Saturday afternoon and night on I-81, just a mile or so south of Exit 180, Northbound. Granny lane. In my truck. (sigh) I am getting so many good war stories,.... I wax nostalgic tonite because I am sitting in Bakersfield, Ca and have had to shovel nothing but sunshine for two days. Take care, God bless......dukus
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kbsparkles@att.net
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2/13/2010
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Karla Blount
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Here is my new email address. Hope to hear from everyone. Debbie, any idea what happened that we were unable to access this account recently? I hope everyone is cheering on Team USA at the Olympics!!!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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2/9/2010
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Debbie Haney
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Alan, thanks for sharing this good news! James and Nancy will continue to be in my prayers.
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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2/8/2010
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rick and sue Cook
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We are so thankful that Nancy is doing better. God hears our prayers, and he answers prayers. We know through our accident that the prayers from God`s children are answered. Nancy and James are in our prayers.
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alanackles@verizon.net
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2/7/2010
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Alan Ackles
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Great news. I just spoke with James Ervin today and he reported that, despite Nancy’s unsuccessful stem cell therapy, her brain tumor has shrunk nearly 66%! And that it’s possible that it could go away entirely! Needless to say, they are overjoyed and so thankful. She’s not out of the woods yet, but thanks for all your prayers and encouragement. aa
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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1/25/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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I hope everyone has had a good start to the new year. Speaking from my own experience, people tend to drift away through the years, and I guess that`s just life passing by. But I hope that everyone will update their information on this site. I`m looking forward to the next `class of `67 reunion`! Wishing you all blessings and good health!
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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1/1/2010
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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In 1967, 2010 seemed a lifetime away! At 60, I`m just a few years younger than my grandmother was in 1967! I`m thankful for my `67 classmates and the friendships that have grown through the years. Happy New Year, and may 2010 be happy, healthy, and prosperous! And though each of those things have taken on new meaning at my age, I`m thankful for God`s provision!
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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12/13/2009
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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Our daughter, Leslie, still has three beautiful white Westie puppies for sale. A puppy would be a great gift for Christmas. Let me know if anyone is interested. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We would love to see everyone. Let`s try to all get together for lunch soon. Love, Rickey and Sue Cook
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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12/12/2009
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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Thanks, Alan, for the poem you posted after our reunion...so applicable still!
Wishing all our `67 family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Debbie
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rkat_13@msn.com
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12/11/2009
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Richard Katchinska
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Just deleted a book and decided to go with a note. I hope eveyone has a
"MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR". You are all in my thoughs and prayers and I miss seeing you all.
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12/1/2009
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alanackles@verizon.net
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Update on Nancy Ervin. She is not responding well to the stem cell therapy, so they have pretty much run out of options. James said she is very sick and is ready to come home from having been in Houston for many weeks. I sensed from the anxiety in his voice that it will take nothing short of a miracle for her to pull out of this. Please continue to pray.
Thanks, Alan
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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12/1/2009
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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Our daughter, Leslie, has four West Highland White Terriers (Westies) for sale. They were born on October 24th and will have their shots on Wednesday, Dec. 9th. They will be ready to go to their new home after that date. She has two males and two females. A Westie puppy would be a very sweet Christmas gift for someone. If interested, call Leslie Cook at 903-438-6539. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. We surely did. We would love to meet for a get-together in the near future. Love you, Rickey and Sue Cook
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11/29/2009
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alanackles@verizon.net
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Thanks Debby…Coach Walters was absolutely one of my favorites…and he could really pick a guitar. His wife, Madge was my Sunday school teacher. They both were tremendous role models and always a joy to be around.
On a more solemn note, Nancy Ervin is not responding well to the stem cell therapy for her cancer. She has been in Houston for many months and is ready to come home. As I sensed the anxiety in James’ voice last night, I know it will take nothing short of a miracle for her to come out of this. Please continue to pray for them.
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Debby Cunningham
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11/23/2009
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srranch@hotmail.com
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Just thought I would let you`ll know that I ran into Coach Walters and Dr. Nicholson at the Blue Armadillo Winery in downtown Greenville Saturday night.One of our local doctors was performing. I had a really nice conversation with both of them. They were college roomates. Coach Walters said that in 1967 he had just gotten out of the Marines and still had a flat top. He certainly remembered our class. It was really fun talking with him.I told him all the girls thought he was good looking and he got a real kick out of that. I really enjoyed running into him.
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Debbie Haney
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11/19/2009
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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Londa...congratulations! Those were the cutest costumes ever! And those babies are adorable! Thanks for the results, Nancy!
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Nancy Hart Oliver
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11/18/2009
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bnoliver@sbcglobal.net
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Londa - I saw in the Greenville paper where your daughter and family won the "Regis" costume contest and you made the costumes - congratulations!
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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11/8/2009
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rick_cook02@hotmial.com
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Jerry Briscoe, brother of Bobbie Briscoe Leinart, passed away and the services were on Saturday 11/07/09. Our hearts and prayers go out for Bobbie and her family.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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11/3/2009
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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Thanks for the update on Nancy Ervin. She will be in my prayers for a full recovery. Thanks to our GHS reunion committee for keeping this board going so that we can keep in touch...Deb
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Sharon and Mike George
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11/3/2009
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sharongeorge50@gmail.com
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We talked with James Ervin over the weekend to see how Nancy is doing. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. She is undergoing stem cell replacement at MD Anderson and they`re hoping this will be the cure for her cancer.
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Judy Rhodes
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10/30/2009
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txd1va@sbcglobal.net
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Anyone attending PBR (Pro Bull Riding) finals in Vegas next weekend? I will be there all week. Come by and say hello...I`ll be in the Daisy booth!
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Sue Cook
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10/28/2009
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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Wednesday - Rickey and I went to Greenville this afternoon and took a ride around to places that we went as a child and teenager. Also, we stopped at CB`s hamburger and had a hamburger, french fries, and coke. The burger seemed to be the same size and taste the same, but the price went from 15 cents (then) to $1.95 (Now). It was really fun sitting in CB`S and eating, even though CB`s is not in the same location as when we were in school. Also, we drove out by the park and by the miniature golf course. The golf course is closed, looked so sad, and goats are grazing in the entire miniature golf course. This was a fun day and brings back a lot of good memories. Hope you had a good day. Love, Sue (Passons) Cook
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Londa Hunter
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10/28/2009
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londahunter@yahoo. com
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My oldest daughter`s family was selected as a finalist on "Live with Regis & Kelly" halloween costume. We would appreciate all the votes we can get to advance to the next level. Just logon the "Live with Regis and Kelly" click on halloween photos. My daughter`s family is the chefs and lobsters. You will need to register (only takes a minute) and vote.
Thanks
Londa (Ledbetter) Hunter
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Debbie Haney
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10/27/2009
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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Oops...I did it again. I`ll blame it on "age" this time! : ) Sorry "Debby"!
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Debbie Haney
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10/27/2009
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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Just thinking about friends today. Hope all of you are doing well. Debbie, how`s your new venture coming? Sue, I bet there`s lots of classmates that would love to meet you for lunch or dinner. We`re looking forward to seeing you!
Would love to hear news from everyone! We`re blessed with spending time with our family and enjoying creative arts when we can. Any interests to share? Happy Fall Y`all!
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Debbie Haney
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10/20/2009
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deb.memorylane@sbcglobal.net
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I really appreciate all the prayers, calls and emails. I`m getting better every day and am very thankful!
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Sue Cook
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10/18/2009
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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I received an E-mail from Deb (Garrett) Haney today. She is having some complications since her surgery last weekend. She had to go to the ER and is doing some better. Keep her in your prayers and thoughts. Sue (Passons) Cook
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SuLaine Callaway
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10/17/2009
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Debbie Garrett Haney had an emergency appendectomy last week, and has developed some non-life threatnening complications. Please include her and her family in your thoughts and prayers.
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Rickey and SueCook
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10/8/2009
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rick_cook02@hotmail.com
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I read the message from Debby (Orr) Cunningham. Our daughter raises Westie puppies, and she enjoys raising those puppies. I agree with Debby and wish we could have a mini reunion. If someone is interested, we could easly get together with everyone. Just name the date and place, and we will meet. It would be fun to have a time together to visit. Love, Rickey and Sue Cook
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Debby Orr Cunningham
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10/8/2009
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srranch@hotmail.com
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Hi Everyone
It has been a while since I was on this website. I just wanted to tell all of you about my new venture. I have transitioned from raising Quarter horses to raising English Bulldogs. My first litter is a week old. They are beautiful! I forgot what it was like to have a baby in the house but you have to get up with them all through the night. If anyone is looking for a new puppy, please let me know. I am currently working on a new website but can send pictures of the new arrivals. Hope everyone had a reasonably good summer. I think we should have a mini reunion soon.
Also congratulations to Earl Thomas. His picture was in the Greenville paper this week.
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Wayne Money
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9/23/2009
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mwmoney@yahoo.com
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The Herald Banner reports that Earl Thomas is being inducted into the GHS Hall of Fame Oct 2nd. Congradulations to Earl!!!
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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9/16/2009
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Rickey checked the Greenville Herald Banner this morning and saw that Richard Katchinska`s mother, Marjorie, passed away on Sept. 13, 2009. We need to keep Richard and his family in our prayers.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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8/26/2009
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We were in Greenville today...and the parking lot is finished...and a big DQ sign is up! It will never be the same! (But I bet I`ll stop in anyway!)
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Duke Swallow
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8/25/2009
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speedbird_1948@hotmail.com
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The Royal`s gone?! (sniff).....next thing you know they will have torn down the Trail Drive-in.
Cultural blasphemers one and all!!
take care, God bless,
duke
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Alan Ackles
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8/12/2009
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The Royal`s gone? Oh the humanity! Some things are just sacred! The Royal certainly has a special place in my heart...and the rest of my arteries.
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Mike Price
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8/12/2009
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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After 37 years away, Barbara and I are returning to Greenville. Barbara has accepted a position with GISD as Director of Federal Programs/Grants. We have wanted to go home for many years and thought we would have to wait until Barbara retired, but suddenly this position opened and everything worked out exactly right for us. I look forward to seeing all our friends in Greenville and the surrounding area soon. We should be relocated sometime in September. Our best to all.
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Debbie Haney
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8/10/2009
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For everyone who has moved away, have you driven through Greenville lately? For some reason, I`m still amazed to drive through town and see so many changes from our GHS days. So happy CB`s still makes the best burgers anywhere! I was sorry to see the Royal gone...probably a DQ to take its place. But really, nothing can take its place...just like our friends. Post a message when you can...let`s keep in touch!
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Debbie Haney
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8/1/2009
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James and Nancy will be in my prayers. Thanks, Alan. Let us know when you get an update...Debbie
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Alan Ackles
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8/1/2009
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Don’t know if you’ve heard or not about James Ervin’s wife, Nancy. She has brain cancer and is in for the fight of her life. Local doctors recently gave her about a year to live, but after a visit to MD Anderson, they now have new hope. She will be undergoing some sort of bone marrow/stem cell treatment that could be successful. The next few months will be extremely difficult for them with treatments and trips back and forth to Houston. I know that they would appreciate your prayers and maybe even an email or note of encouragement
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Richard Katchinska
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7/17/2009
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rkat_13@msn.com
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Richard Katchinska
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7/17/2009
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Hey everyone;
Has it been hot or what? Just wonted to
say Hi. Hope all are doing great. Been
retired from railroad for a year now and if you get a chance to try it, I recoment it to all. The BIG news for me is that I am going to be a grand dad again. Keely just told me that she and Mat are expecting. Margaret see you at WalMat and Wayne thanks for the call me but I alreaty got a new truck. Hope to see you all soon and good luck to everyone.
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Judy Rhodes
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7/14/2009
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If anyone gets a chance to catch The Travel Channel, I am featured on Samantha Brown`s Show teaching her how to shoot...she was returning home to her roots in Dallas!
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Kristi Blankenship Edwards
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7/3/2009
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If anyone is visiting the Southwest this summer, please give Dale and me a jingle and stop by for a visit or overnight. We live in the mountains (5,200`) 95 miles north of Phoenix and 95 miles south of Flagstaff.
Happy 4th!
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Alan Ackles
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6/21/2009
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Happy Father’s Day guys! And happy first day of summer. I think it’s going to be a long one. Vaughn, congratulations on your retirement. Now you can help plan the next reunion! Hope everyone is happy and well. Stay cool. Miss ya! aa
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Debbie Haney
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6/11/2009
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I was wondering how everyone in the path of last night`s storms weathered the wind and water. So much rain and what a lightning show! We had to replace our fence from the last storm, so we were happy it was ok! There was lots of flooding around here, but we`re on high ground and fine. Hope everyone is doing well!
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Jill Vaughn Loclear
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5/7/2009
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Hello fellow classmates. I have retired after 37 years with GE and wanted to update my email address. I have been a bit tardy in keeping up with everyone after our reunion. I am looking forward to some of those get togethers before 2012. Jill
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Debbie Haney
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5/7/2009
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Sue called to let me know Joe Wagley`s mom passed away. Arrangements will be with Coker Matthews. I know Joe and Wendy will appreciate our thoughts and prayers.
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Jeannette Pugh
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5/4/2009
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I just wanted to take a moment to thank each of my GHS friends for the calls, emails, thoughts and prayers during Mother`s illness. I also want to thank Debbie for keeping everyone updated and especially for talking me home the night after Mother passed away. I was extremely tired and Debbie made sure that I stayed awake until I was home. It is great to know that there are such caring people in the Class of 67. To all, thanks for the support.
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Debbie Haney
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4/25/2009
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Jeannette called to say visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at Coker-Matthews...funeral service Monday at Park Street Baptist at 2 p.m. She really appreciates your calls and prayers.
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Debbie Haney
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4/25/2009
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I received a call from Jeannette Pugh. Her mom passed away during the night. Services are pending with Coker Matthews. Jeannette appreciates your calls and prayers.
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Rickey and Sue Cook
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4/24/2009
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Thanks for to Deb (Garrett) Haney and Mike Price for all the messages they post on the website and the phone calls that we receive. We are so sorry to hear about the passing away of Donny Ray`s mother. We are looking forward to the reunion of 2012. We would like to have a get together as soon as possible for those than can travel to the Dallas area. We can have an afternoon meal and spend a couple of hours of visiting. Let us know what you think about this idea. It would be a fun afternoon. Rickey and I are doing well. We are tied up with doctors, therapy, and other matters at this time. God is always in control, and we are blessed each day to be with each other. Thanks for all your prayers and love. Let us hear from you. We go to the library to check the website three times per week to the check our E-mail. This website is a great tool for all of us to keep in touch. Love you, Rickey and Sue Cook
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Debbie Haney
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4/24/2009
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Mike, again thanks...for reminding me to check the GHB more often. I read that Donny Ray lost his mom this week, and that the service is today. Let`s remember Donny and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
Thinking of you all today...
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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4/24/2009
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Thanks, Mike. Keep posting!! We need other "voices" on here besides mine. : ) It`s good to hear "news", and as my sister says...even if it`s `you got a new puppy! I wish this site had photo posting capability...so we could see all those cute grandbaby photos! (...and yes..to those of you who knew I only had brothers...I said "my sister"...come to the next reunion...it`s a great story! : )
Mike...do keep posting! And everyone...share your news...let`s keep in touch!
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Mike Price
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4/23/2009
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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Hey, everyone. I was catching up on the class--it has been a while since I`ve been on the site. I am truly sorry to hear about the troubles some are having, but it is good to know that everyone is being supportive. I hope it will be possible to get together in 2012. I look at the Greenville paper everyday to see if anyone has become famous or infamous. Unfortunately I see names I recognize in the obituaries listed as having lost someone dear to them. Debbie keep writing so the lazy ones of us (me especially) can keep updated on the rest of the class. Everyone take care and God bless each of you--you all are truly special people. Love to all, Mike
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Debbie Haney
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4/2/2009
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Jeannette sent an update for you about her mom. She wants you to know she really appreciates all your prayers and support, calls and emails. They`ve had a couple of good days with her mom, not uncommon in terminal patients. Jeannette knows everything is in God`s timing, and the family is savoring the moments they have with their mom. Please keep them in your prayers.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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3/30/2009
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I spoke with Jeannette Pugh this afternoon, as she was driving to Greenville to be with her mom and family. Her mother is in the last stages of lung cancer. She said it could be just a few days. She said that all of your prayers would be very much appreciated.
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Debbie Haney
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3/25/2009
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Sherry Cunningham Dew lost her mother last week. Thanks, Nancy, for letting me know. I know Sherry would appreciate our thoughts and prayers.
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3/25/2009
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Debbie Haney
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3/19/2009
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We have the NEATEST class!! I know...I`m a chatterbox! : ) Sure would love to hear from YOU on here! Happy Spring!
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Debbie Haney
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3/16/2009
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Sue, Bob and I would love to meet you and Rick and other classmates for lunch. Anyone know of a place with a room we could use if we have a large group? (Maybe we could just `rent` CB`s! : )
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Rickey and Sue (Passons) Cook
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3/10/2009
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Dear 1967 graduates,
There are not sufficient words to express our love and gratitude we have for each one of you for all your prayers, calls, and love you have shown for us in regards to our accident in June of last year, for Rickey`s back surgery in October, for Rickey`s stent procedure in February, and for our sweet twins, Colton and Cason. Rickey and I are doing well and feel the headling hand of God each day. We love you all so much. We give God the praise and glory for our recovery.
We are definitely in favor of a class reunion in the year 2012. The 40th class reunion was so much fun.
Sometime within the next few months, maybe some of us that live close enough could all get together for a late lunch in Dallas, Rockwall, or Greenville. It would be fun to get together and fellowship for the afternoon. Think about it, and let`s set a date.
Rickey and I do not have a computer at home, so we come to the library about two times a week and check the E-mail. We would love to hear from you.
I agree with you, let`s give Deb a big THANK YOU for keeping up the Web page. She is a very special person in my life as well as all of yours.
We love you and God Bless You,
Rickey and Sue Cook
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Debbie Haney
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2/23/2009
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I spoke to Sue today, and she says the babies are doing better! Colton has had the tube removed, and Amber has been able to hold them both! They really appreciate everyone`s prayers!
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Debbie Haney
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2/21/2009
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News from the Cook family...Rickey had a followup appointment yesterday and is healing well. On Thursday night, the 19th, their twin grandsons were born three weeks early at St. Paul in Dallas. Because of the mom`s (Amber) high blood pressure, they were taken by c-section. She is really stressed. The babies are Colton Reed..5 lbs.6oz. and Cason Zeke..5 lbs.
Colton is having a lung problem, making his breathing difficult. Sue asked for prayer for both babies, Mom Amber and Dad Marcus. Let`s include Sue and Rickey in our prayers. This is stressful and physically taxing on them as well, traveling back and forth and caring for the other two grandsons, ages 10 and 3. They haven`t been able to see the babies yet and I know they`re anxious. Sue said they appreciate the calls they`ve received since Rickey`s surgery. We have a great family of friends on this site. I was so happy to hear from Lilia Robles this week! Let`s all keep in touch!
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Debbie Haney
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2/19/2009
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I really appreciate the prayers on my behalf. My echo stress test today had really good results! I`m so very thankful! Thank you, Alan, for posting the request for prayer, and Wayne, thanks for calling. And I appreciate all the emails! It`s amazing how our GHS class has become a family of friends! I look forward to the next gathering!
God bless...Debbie
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Wayne Money
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2/18/2009
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mwmoney@yahoo.com
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Sherrye (Allen) Hobbs` mother, Jimmie Allen, passed away this week. I don`t know the details but I think burial was yesterday. Thank each of you for keeping the message board active.
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Alan Ackles
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2/17/2009
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alanackles@verizon.net
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If you haven`t already heard, Debbie (Garrett) Haney spent last night in ER from severe chest pain and very high blood pressure. Tests came back ok, but she is having a stress test on Thursday and is asking our prayers. If you haven`t noticed, Debbie has, without question, been the anchor of this website. Let`s give back to this sweet sister of ours by lifting her up in prayer and wishing her the absolute best as she faces this new challenge. aa
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Debbie Haney
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2/13/2009
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Rickey had one 80% blockage and had a stint inserted. The doctor thinks medication will take care of the rest. He will be released tomorrow. What a blessing! Rickey and Sue appreciate your prayers!
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Debbie Haney
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2/12/2009
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Hello, again, everyone. This is a prayer request from Sue Passons Cook for her husband, Rickey. Following a questionable nuclear stress test, his doctor recommended a heart catheterization. He will have the procedure at Baylor Dallas at 8 a.m. Friday, February 13. Please be in prayer for him. I will post a report as soon as I can. They really appreciate all the thoughts and prayers for them. They are still recovering from the accident and are doing pretty well in that respect. Recovery has been slow but is coming. You know, Sue and I agreed that `retirement` just keeps us busier! She said they have something every day! God bless you...Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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1/31/2009
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Thanks, Debby, for letting us know. Pam`s family will be in my prayers. I can only imagine their pain. There`s an old song that always seems to comfort me in times of sorrow..."Many things about tomorrow I don`t seem to understand...but I know Who holds tomorrow...and I know Who holds my hand!" I pray that God will walk beside each of you and hold your hand through these difficult times, and that He will carry you when you`re too tired to keep walking!
So thankful for friends. God Bless...
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Debby Cunningham
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1/30/2009
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Well I hate to always post bad news but....Pam Harris`s sister (Charlotte who was a year behind us in school and married Ricky Lucas) lost her son last week. He was only 35 years old and took his own life. I`m sure they would appreciate our prayers right now. I also read about Linda Walker and Cas Andrews. I knew both of them well. And Richard I`m so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was truly a really great man. I think a 2012 would be great.
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SuLaine Lunsford Callaway
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1/28/2009
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I too saw Richard`s Dad`s obituary in the Dallas Morning News earlier this week. Today, I saw Cass Andrews` obituary. He was a year older than us, but I`m sure a lot of us remember him. He was such a jolly and friendly guy.
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Debbie Haney
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1/27/2009
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I was so sorry to hear about Richard`s dad. I read about it in HB`s online paper. I also read that Marty Walker lost her sister, Linda, this week. Richard and Marty, you are both in my prayers.
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Alan Ackles
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1/26/2009
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Just heard where Richard Adkisson`s dad passed away.
Many of you remember his florist that for so many years would transform weddings and funerals into places of beauty. I`m sure he would appreciate hearing from us. aa
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Duke Swallow
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1/23/2009
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spdbird1948@hotmail.com
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I`m in!
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Debbie Haney
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1/22/2009
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I agree, Mike. A 2012 reunion would be great! It was great to see "old" friends! Of course, no one looked "old"! : )
Happy 2009! God bless!
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Mike Price
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1/19/2009
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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Hey everyone! Just thought I`d say "Hello". I hope each of you had a good Christmas and that 2009 has started out to be a great year. I am looking forward to seeing all of you the next time we gather--perhaps we could plan another reunion for 2012. If my math is correct, and it rarely is, that would be five years since the last reunion. I think of you all often and spend a lot of time reflecting on how good it was to see all of you at the last reunion. May God bless each of you. Mike
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Mike Price
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1/19/2009
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Hey everyone! Just thought I`d say "Hello". I hope each of you had a good Christmas and that 2009 has started out to be a great year. I am looking forward to seeing all of you the next time we gather--perhaps we could plan another reunion for 2012. If my math is correct, and it rarely is, that would be five years since the last reunion. I think of you all often and spend a lot of time reflecting on how good it was to see all of you at the last reunion. May God bless each of you. Mike
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Debbie Haney
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1/4/2009
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Hello, Everyone! I`ve changed my email address so I thought I`d update it here. Hope you are all having a good start to the new year! Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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1/1/2009
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Happy New Year, everyone! May you each have a happy, healthy and prosperous new year! As the class of `67 turns `60`...I hope you reflect on many happy memories and blessings! "Happy Birthdays!" and "Happy 2009"!
God bless...
Debbie
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Janet Abla
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12/31/2008
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Debby . . . I`m so sorry I misspelled your name . . . old habits are hard to break . . . every time I see a "Debby" name, my brain automatically spells "Debbie". Please forgive me.
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Janet Abla
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12/31/2008
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Debbie, my heart goes out to you and your family and to Robert`s family. It is always so difficult losing someone you love. My thoughts and prayers are with you and pray that you will have such wonderful memories to carry you through the new year.
ja
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Alan Ackles
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12/23/2008
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It’s so difficult to lose our loved ones, and especially at Christmas time. To all of you who have suffered the loss of a loved one this year, may you have peace and comfort in the coming year as you reflect on sweet memories.
Thanks to all of you for being involved here on the website. It’s just great.
And Merry Christmas everyone! May you enjoy His presence in abundance this season as you reflect on His birth. And… a safe, prosperous and healthy New Year to us all! aa
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Sharon George
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12/21/2008
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Debby,
I`m so glad you and Robert kept after us to attend the 40th reunion. It was so good to see him after all those years, to talk with him and see how happy he was.
He talked a lot about his grandchildren, moving back to Texas, reconnecting with you and settling down.
All through high school, Robert and I sat next to each other because of alphabetical seating order. According to him, another girl and I occasionally helped him with an answer or two on tests which he insisted helped him earn his diploma. That goes to show he had quite a sense of humor.
Thank you for talking with me when I called you last week to see if what I`d heard about Robert was true. I am so saddend and will keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon George
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Duke Swallow
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12/21/2008
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Debby, So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. Take care and God bless,
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Keith Brown
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12/20/2008
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Debby,
I am very sorry to hear of Robert`s death. I did not get to know Robert very well, but we did have some good times together prior to my being drafted and during my leaves from the Army.
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Debbie Haney
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12/19/2008
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Debbie, I`m so sorry to hear this. Both you and his family will be in my prayers. May God wrap you in His peace.
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Debby Cunningham
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12/18/2008
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srranch@hotmail.com
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I know most of you remember Robert Payton who was with me at our last reunion. He was a couple of years behind us in school. We had reconnected after 40 years and he had a massive heart attack and died at my home on Dec. 4. So please keep me in your thoughts and prayers this Christmas season. My heart is very saddened and he leaves behind 4 children and 4 great grandchildren.
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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12/17/2008
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janetabla@yahoo.com
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Merry Christmas to all!!! Hope the holidays bring joy to each and everyone of you. I wish you the best for the New Year and that God will bless each and everyone.
Duke, it was great to see you messages. Glad you are honing those talents. . .maybe the next time we all get together, you can do some stand-up comedy and play some "oldies but goodies" for us!
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Debbie Haney
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12/15/2008
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Merry Christmas! Good to hear from another GHS classmate! May you all have a blessed Christmas!
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Duke Swallow
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12/11/2008
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Merry Christmas to all and a Happy New Year too. I hope Santy is good to you. God bless us one and all.
Also, if anyone has a copy of Tiger Woods 06 or 07 they would like to sell, give me a shout. Thanks,
Dukus
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Duke Swallow
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11/10/2008
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Email address on last post was wrong. should be
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Duke Swallow
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11/10/2008
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Hi Gang! I am sorry that I missed the reunion. I would have loved to have seen all you old folks....(Hah!) I have updated my profile here and hope to get in touch with as many of you as I can reconnect with. It hurts my heart to see so many good people have left us. I suppose since GHS I have "grown" some, have obtained and am honing a wicked sense of humor. My favorite thing now is learning new songs on my guitar......you understand they are all over 30 years old, but they are new to me. heh. I hope you will drop me a line if you remember me. Take care, God bless. Dukus
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Debbie Haney
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10/20/2008
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Janet...
It`s good to hear from you. I hope all goes well for a complete recovery from your surgery! You`ll be in my prayers, and I`ll look forward to hearing how you`re doing!
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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10/20/2008
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Debbie, thanks for all your efforts to keep us updated on Sue and Ricky...I was unaware of what all has been going on. Sue & Ricky...hope things are going much better for you two now and that you both are healing after all you have been through. Diane Burns-Debbie Orr-Roger Johns, I was saddened to hear about your mothers; my prayers are with you and your families. Jack Linton, YEA!!! Hope you will continue to be cancer free!! Linda Hooker King, I hope you are recovering from your gall bladder surgery. I`m sorry I haven`t been able to keep up with all the Greenville news...I`ve been away from my home and computer for some time now with knee replacement and rehab on various levels. Doing better than I have in a while. Hope to be on the website more in future days.
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Debbie Haney
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10/14/2008
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I talked to Sue and Rickey this morning. Rickey came home from Baylor yesterday and is recovering well at home. His pain is manageable and is much better since before the surgery. Sue is recovering well also...just gets really tired. It will be about a month before returning to school. They really appreciate your prayers.
SuLaine, I think another get-together would be great. Sue and I had been talking about getting together as soon as they`re both up to it.
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SuLaine Callaway
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10/13/2008
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It is pitiful to admit, but I haven`t been on the website in months. Debbie Haney has done such a fantastic job of keeping everyone informed. Debbie, what would we do without you? Thanks so very much for the continued postings.
Since we haven`t had a classmates gathering since last November, do you think we should try for a dinner before the holidays? Anywhere in the Metro area works for me. That sounds great!
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Debbie Haney
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10/9/2008
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Good news! I spoke to Sue tonight and to Leslie (Ricky and Sue`s daughter) this morning. Ricky did well in surgery! The fusion was broken from the wreck, but has been repaired. Sue said they put in nuts and bolts and screws. (Hey, Rick, did the doctor shop at Home Depot? : ) They put in extra support, repaired the disc and fixed the pinch nerve. Everything looks good! So thankful for such good news. Let`s keep praying for a full and speedy recovery. You know...I want to see them dancing again! By the way...when`s the next reunion?!
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Debbie Haney
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10/8/2008
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Diane Burns Grant lost her mother this morning. She fought a courageous battle with Parkinsons. Diane`s mom was a beautiful lady, inside and out.
Please remember Diane and her family in your prayers.
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Debbie Haney
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10/7/2008
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A quick update on Sue and Ricky Cook....
Sue is still at home regaining her strength before being able to go back to work. Ricky is going to have back surgery to repair a fusion (that was knocked out of line as a result of the wreck), and to take care of a fractured disc and pinched nerve as well. Surgery will be at 5:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, at Baylor Dallas. He is expected to be in the hospital 3 or 4 days and off work for about a month. I`ll post when I have more news. They would really appreciate your prayers.
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Debbie Haney
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9/21/2008
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Sure is quiet on here! : ) Just wanted to post that two of our sons and daughters-in-law rode in the 40-mile Greenville Bike Ride yesterday during the Cotton Festival. I was so proud of them! One son rode last year and I met him on the square as his group rode in. It was so fun...especially during the reunion! I was unable to be there this time, but if they ride next year, I plan to meet them! Did anyone go to the festival this year? How about you, Ginger? Did you drive a car this year?! Hope to hear some news from some of you! Would love to hear how you`re doing!
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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8/18/2008
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Sue called today. She sounded great! She`s not well yet, but she`s well on the road to recovery! She`s still house bound for a couple more weeks, but everything is looking good. Her broken ribs give her the most discomfort. She`s come a LONG way! Sue sends her love to each of you and appreciates all your prayers and kindnesses! And Debbie O. and Kathy D., Sue and I are both in agreement that a classmates dinner would be lots of fun!
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Debbie Haney
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8/6/2008
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Linda said she`s doing great!
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Debbie Haney
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8/4/2008
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Linda Hooker King will be having gall bladder surgery tomorrow at Presbyterian Dallas and also be checked for an ovarian cyst. I know she will appreciate everyone`s prayers.
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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8/2/2008
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Thanks, Wayne, for that great report on Jack! What a blessing and a joy to hear that he is CANCER FREE!!
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Wayne Money
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8/2/2008
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I go got a phone call from Nickie (Sumrow) Bryant this week that Jack Linton is CANCER FREE!!!!
It is such a wonderful blessing to see the progress Sue has made. I know she will continue to improve and be back to normal very soon.
Debbie, I also want to say "thank you" for the exceptional job you did of keeping us informed.
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Debbie Haney
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8/1/2008
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Sue continues to improve! She was dismissed from one doctor this week. Her voice is getting so much stronger. She had x-rays and will find out the results next week. (Let`s pray that her lungs are clear!) She will have her foot checked next week to be sure it`s healing properly. I know she`s happy to be home, but back and forth to Parkland must be tiring. It`s amazing how far she`s come. She still is pretty much confined to home except for doctors` visits for awhile longer. And they continue to mention how much they appreciate you all!
Debbie
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Pam Harris
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7/26/2008
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Debbie, thanks again for a remarkable job on the updates!
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Debbie Haney
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7/25/2008
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Rickey said this afternoon that Sue is doing remarkably well! She`s walking all over the house, and hopefully when her foot heals and she`s out of the boot, she will be able to give up that walker for good! Her family doctor said this week that all the incisions are healing well. She`s still really bruised. She will return to Parkland next Tuesday for chest x-rays and to see the ENT doctor. Her voice is getting stronger and the speech therapist said she needs no further therapy! Rickey said he can tell her voice is getting stronger every day. They really do appreciate all the calls, cards, and all that everyone has done for them. Their church and community have really been supportive also. Please keep them in your prayers. Sue has come so far! Let`s keep praying until she`s all the way back!
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Debbie Haney
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7/21/2008
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Rickey said that Sue is being released to go home today! She will not be sent to in-patient rehab. The drain was removed yesterday and she was off oxygen this morning. This afternoon, the team of drs. decided to send her home. Please continue to pray for her strength and recovery. Visits need to continue being short. Sue is really tired and has a long way to go...but what a miracle! I will post occasional updates. Thanks for all the prayers and support for Sue and Rickey.
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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7/16/2008
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Leslie said Sue`s surgery went fine. The drain will stay in for four days.
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Debbie Haney
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7/15/2008
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Thanks, Debby and Sharon! I`ll be talking to Rickey tomorrow and will let him know you all are thinking and praying for them. It means a lot to them! Sharon, thanks for sharing that story about Sue. I didn`t remember how she got that job, but it really does sound just like Sue! She`s such a special gal! She and Rickey are genuinely wonderful people! I`ll post how she`s doing after the surgery.
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Sharon and Mike George
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7/15/2008
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Debbie, Thanks so much for keeping everyone updated on Sue`s progress. Mike and I want to let both Sue and Rickey know that we are thinking of them and keeping them in our prayers. Sue is a remarkable person. She was my Dad`s legal secretary for several years. When she applied for the job right out of high school, she had no experience but told him she would work for a period of time without pay just to prove that she could do the job. They struck a deal and at the end of her trial period, not only was she hired but also received a paycheck. Oh, well, just a little story Sue reminded me of at the reunion. Thanks again for keeping us updated.
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Debby Cunningham
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7/15/2008
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Let`s all say a little prayer for them. They are certainly in my thoughts. I did not know about this until last night when Kathy called me. We all so take life for granted and we never know what is around the corner for us. Thanks Debbie for keeping us posted. I forget sometimes that we still have this website. Please let them know that I`m thinking of them.
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Debbie Haney
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7/14/2008
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I received a message from Sue`s daughter this morning saying that Sue will have surgery Wednesday to remove the fluid from her right lung. She said Sue is `doing great but needs to get the lung cleared up.` She asked for prayer for a successful surgery.
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Debbie Haney
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7/12/2008
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Rickey said this morning that the chest tube is not working and will come out. A lung specialist will be consulted for a possibly larger tube or surgery to drain the fluid. Sue said her body is getting tired. She`s come so far in 26 days since the accident. Let`s continue to hold them up in prayer. Just as their friend, I want to thank each of you for your prayers and your support of Sue and Rickey. It means so much to them.
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Debbie Haney
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7/9/2008
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I visited with Sue and Rickey today. Sue is improving, although she does still have the chest tube. They are so appreciative for everyone`s thoughts and prayers. They`re looking forward to when they can go `home` for rehab. She`s still talking in a whisper and tires quickly, but her spirit is strong and that smile is great to see! Please keep praying...
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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7/8/2008
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The procedure went well. I spoke to Sue this morning! That whispery voice sounded wonderful! Sue asked for continued prayer...she said it`s gotten her this far!
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Debbie Haney
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7/4/2008
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The drain procedure has been postponed until Monday. Rickey said her team of drs. will return then.
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Debbie Haney
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7/4/2008
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Alan...I`m so glad you got to visit with Sue and Rickey. Rick just called and said they really appreciate everything from each of you! Sue wanted him to call to tell me that the doctor is putting in a drain tube in her right lung today to drain fluid. It will be in for 2 or 3 days. He said they haven`t mentioned the word `pneumonia`. Sue continues to be in quite a bit of pain. Leslie said yesterday that Sue had a rough night on Wednesday. Visits are limited for now. Please continue to hold them up in prayer.
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Ackles
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7/3/2008
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Visited with Sue and Rickey yesterday. She appears to be doing extremely well. With all of our prayers and that good ole Greenville fighting spirit, she`ll be dancing once again at our next reunion!
Way to go Sue!
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p.s. Debbie, thanks from all of us for your tireless reporting here on the website.
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Debbie Haney
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6/30/2008
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Sue has been making progress the last couple of days, and today she stood with help a couple of times. It`s amazing how much I take for granted every day!
Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!
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Wendy Wagley
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6/28/2008
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wwagley@gmail.com
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I visited Sue yesterday at Parkland and was happy to see her sitting up and smiling some. Her throat was still very sore preventing her from talking above a whisper. It was blessed news today to hear that she had been moved to a room and ate something this morning. God has truly been faithful and answered many prayers concerning their family. As Leslie requested, please continue to pray.
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Debbie Haney
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6/28/2008
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Sue is out of ICU and in a room!
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Debbie Haney
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6/28/2008
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The report this a.m. is that Sue is doing good, is very tired, and was able to eat a little breakfast. This is wonderful news. She`s come a very long way. Leslie said...keep praying...it works!
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Debbie Haney
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6/27/2008
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Good morning news. After a little setback yesterday, Sue is breathing on her own, is able to sit up and take sips of water. Leslie says she is looking good!
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Debbie Haney
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6/26/2008
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GOOD NEWS! Rickey just called to let me know that Sue is OFF the ventilator! And she`s smiling! I could hear the joy in his voice! Doctors will evaluate Sue`s condition before moving her to a private room. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. Please continue to pray for a full recovery for Sue.
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Debbie Haney
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6/26/2008
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This morning Sue is alert, nodding her head and writing short requests on paper! (YEAH!) They`re waiting for test results and for the lung infection to clear before removing the ventilator.
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Debbie Haney
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6/25/2008
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Leslie`s message this morning was that Sue is `ok`. She`s still on the vent, and she has a touch of pneumonia.
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Debbie Haney
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6/24/2008
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Thanks, Pam. I know for sure that the family appreciates all the thoughts and prayers from everyone.
I just got a message from Leslie that Sue is doing pretty well, but her lungs are not strong enough to remove the ventilator. Please pray for strength.
I hope others will post news to share. As you said, Pam, life is so uncertain. A quote from Marcus Aurelius was on yesterday`s calendar....
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive-to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love."
Debbie
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Pam Harris
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6/23/2008
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Debbie, thanks for keeping us updated in detail like this.. people, take a minute & realize how precious & uncertain life is.
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Debbie Haney
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6/23/2008
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Leslie sent a text message that Sue is "OK" but they are keeping her on the ventilator. She asked for continued prayer.
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Debbie Haney
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6/22/2008
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Rickey said today that Sue is improving. She has other injuries as well, but she`s getting good care at Parkland. She has limited visitation, and immediate family is the priority. Please continue to keep them in your prayers as they walk this road to recovery.
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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6/21/2008
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I received a message from Leslie that Sue was at Parkland ICU. She`s arousing some, and they`re doing a full work-up. She said everything is looking good at this point.
Leslie asked me if I was still posting to this site. She said they`ve heard from some of you who have been reading the posts, and I know they really appreciate all your thoughts and prayers.
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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6/21/2008
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Sue is being careflighted to Parkland about 12:40 today. Please pray for safety and that the drs. there will be ready to care for her! There`s no further bleeding, but she still has anesthesia in her system. She`s stable enough to make the flight. Please pray for her.
Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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6/20/2008
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Sue had surgery this morning. The bleeding had stopped and they closed the incision! Leslie asked for continued prayer for no further bleeding and no infection. I know they appreciate all the prayers and concern from everyone. I`ll keep you posted on her recovery.
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Debbie Haney
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6/19/2008
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Sue made it through the surgery fine, but she`s still bleeding and will have more surgery in the morning. Leslie said...`all is positive...keep praying`. I told her we would.
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Debbie Haney
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6/19/2008
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I received a message from Leslie this morning. Great news...the bleeding has stopped. Sue will have surgery today.
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Debbie Haney
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6/18/2008
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I spoke with Leslie this evening. Sue is sedated (while on the ventilator) but was talking and aware of everything before the surgery yesterday. The internal bleeding is subsiding, and if that stops, she is scheduled for surgery tomorrow at noon. All her vitals are good. Rickey is doing OK. Let`s keep praying for them....Debbie
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Debbie Haney
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6/18/2008
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I just spoke to Sue`s daughter, Leslie. The doctor told them everything has checked out OK...of course with the exception of a severely lacerated liver. Yesterday during surgery, packing and sponging was put in, with hope that the liver would `fix itself`. It is not bleeding...a definite blessing...although there is some internal bleeding from the trauma. Sue is being given platelets. Her vitals and pressure are good. She will remain on a ventilator until after tomorrow`s surgery...about 12:00 noon. Rickey is `OK`, but has a problem with his lung that Leslie said would be treated in the doctor`s office `later`. He was in the waiting room with her. Leslie also said that the paramedics didn`t expect Sue to have made it through the accident because it was so bad. Miracles do happen!!! Sue and Rickey were stopped on the loop in Paris. An 18-wheeler was behind them. It is thought that the driver was distracted when he reached for his coke. He was able to miss them directly, but the back wheels and trailer hit their truck. I`m so thankful for God`s hand of protection. Please keep them in your prayers.
Sue`s surgery is noon tomorrow.
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Debbie Haney
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6/18/2008
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Wayne...I can`t thank you enough for letting us know about Sue! She and I grew up like sisters, and she`s a very special lady! Everyone please wrap her in prayer!
Debbie
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Wayne Money
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6/18/2008
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Sue Passons Cook and her husband Ricky were in an auto accident yesterday in Paris Tx. going to Branson. Sue is in ICU with a lacerated liver. I talked to Ricky today and said the hospital lisited her as in serious condition. Another operation is scheduled tomorrow. Ricky was banged up but OK. He is really worried about Sue and has asked for our thoughts and prayers.
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Ackles
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5/11/2008
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Wayne....thanks so much for keeping us all updated on everyone`s parents. It`s so sad to watch them go.
But how blessed and honored we all are to have received the baton from the "Greatest Generation". May their memory linger in our hearts and minds forever.
aa
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Wayne Money
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4/21/2008
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Debby Orr Cunningham lost her mother, Lois, Saturday. Lois and I worked together at Gibsons Discount Center when I was in high school. She was a wonderful person. I know Debbie would appreciate hearing from us.
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Debbie Haney
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4/3/2008
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Hey girls...
It`s been awhile since we got together. Another school year is almost over. 41 years? No way! You know, they say age is just a state of mind! (So what are you wearing to prom? : ) Now that would be a hoot...dig out those prom pictures (anyone still have their prom dress? anyone able to still get IN their prom dress? : ) I still have my gloves! Let`s get together for another brunch...bring some of those fun photos from old GHS! And if you scrapbook, I stopped in the Greenville scrapbook store (Wesley St. @ 1570) this week. They have some beautiful Greenville Lions paper!
I`ll bring photo CD`s when we gather...or I can mail them. Let us know if you`re interested. We had so much fun last time!
And you know, maybe we can even plan a lunch or dinner in Greenville this summer for any classmates that can get together for an informal gathering. Any interest, guys and gals?
Hope to see you soon!
Debbie
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Wayne Money
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3/17/2008
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mwmoney@yahoo.com
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Just read where Roger Johns` mother passed away. I sure he would like to hear from some of us.
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Debbie Haney
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3/6/2008
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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Wayne, thanks so much for the update on Jack. I will keep him in my prayers.
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Wayne Money
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3/6/2008
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sales@williamsmotors.net
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I talked with Jack Linton today. He is taking kemo treatments for liver cancer. He said he found out he have colon cancer after the Class Reunion. The doctors removed some of the colon, then found out it spread to his liver. He has 3 more weeks of treatment then a cat scan to see if there is any improvement. Jack said he would appreciate our thoughts and prayers.
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Debbie Haney
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3/4/2008
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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SuLaine Lunsford Callaway lost her mom on March 1. I know she and her family would appreciate our thoughts and prayers.
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Mark Tarpley
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2/16/2008
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tarp6023@aol.com
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Janet, Wayne and all my classmates, thanks for all your cards and prayers for my family. My Mother looked on many of you as part of the family. She lived 88 great years and had great joy in our growth and success. She often talked about escorting us on several school choir trips. All your kind thoughts are very appreciated by me and my family. Thanks, Mark
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Janet Abla
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2/13/2008
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janetabla@sc.rr.com
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Mark - my prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your Mom. As Wayne said, she was truly a beautiful woman inside and out.
Janet Alcorn Abla
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Wayne Money
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2/4/2008
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sales@williamsmotors.net
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Mark Tarpley lost his mother last week. She was a beautiful person inside and out. I know Mark and his family would appreciate our thoughts and prayers.
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Sharon George
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1/21/2008
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sharongeorge50@gmail.com
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Mike doesn`t email so I`d like to pass along on his behalf a special thank you to the reunion committee for all the long hours spent organizing and planning the reunion. Thanks to Debby and Robert for their "encouraging" calls to `get there or else.` Thank you, Danny and Wayne, for taking last minute reservations for Saturday evening. Mike is still talking about how great it was to see everyone. Alan, I didn`t know you were a poet!
Best to everyone in 2008!
Sharon and Mike George
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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1/18/2008
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Pam, thank you for letting us know about Jack. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
And Janet, I wish you were closer. Anytime you`re this way, I hope you`ll give me a call!
Sue, your mom was a source of joy for me in high school. May your loving memories bring you much comfort. You`re in my prayers.
Until we all meet again, God keep you in His care,
Debbie
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Pam Causey Harris
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1/18/2008
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I got word from Brenda Linton`s classmates that Jack has colon & liver cancer-may have spread to his lungs..he`s at VA hospital in Dallas..for more info see Joel Steen at joelsreynolds@sbcglobal.net
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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1/18/2008
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janetabla@sc.rr.com
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Sue,
I was so very sorry to hear about your Mom. Mrs. Rowe`s class brought back many happy memories for me. It is truly difficult to lose one`s parents, and having been there, please accept my prayers for you and your family during the difficult time of adjustment.
Most sincerely,
Janet Alcorn Abla
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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1/18/2008
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janetabla@sc.rr.com
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I hope this message finds everyone has survived the holidays with happiness and good cheer to last until the holidays of 2008. Best wishes and blessings are sent your way for the new year. Debbie, I wish I was closer to be able to make some of those Greenville Girls luncheons in Rockwall, so just remember I`m there in spirit!!! Love to all the "Go Big Red Bunch!!!"
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Debbie Haney
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12/31/2007
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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Happy New Year!!!!!
I wish each of you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2008! I am blessed to have reconnected with so many wonderful friends from the class of `67!
With a grateful heart for your friendship,
Debbie
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Richard Katchinska
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12/31/2007
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rkat_13@msn.com
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I would hope that each and every one
of you had a peaceful and profitable 2007.
And that you and yours are safe and well. May the New Year bring you all good health and what your heart most desires! It was so good visiting with
everone at the reunion and I must say that life seems to have been beter to the ladys than to us guys. What a bunch of knockouts. I hope that we can all keep in touch, why wait every 10 years.
Good luck to all;
Richard (Chick) Katchinska
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Debbie Haney
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12/6/2007
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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I`d like to echo Keith`s holiday greeting, and I wish each of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! And like Keith, I hope to grab a few more friends for the next reunion! Maybe each of us can persuade someone who didn`t come to this reunion to come to the next one. Ten of us recently enjoyed a fun lunch in Rockwall. It`s such fun to rekindle friendships and make "new" ones after all these years! (Let us know if you`re interested in the next Greenville Girls gathering!!) The sense of family that came from our 40th reunion will far outlast the memories, I`m sure! And I`m looking forward to seeing everyone again...and hopefully lots more of you! If you`re hesitant, just know that there`s a big group of classmates that want to hear from you and visit with you! Stay in touch!
Merry Christmas!
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Keith Brown
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12/5/2007
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Hi,
First chance I`ve had to come back to this site. It was great getting to see those of you that I talked with at the Game. I would rather have been there for the Reunion. I managed to get through the services for my Brother without too much pain.
Hopefully the next time I get to see you guys it will be for more than a few hours. If I can ever get back I hope to drag Rodney and Roy with me.
Anyway it was great to see ya`ll, hope you have a great Holiday season and a Happy New Year.
Go Big Red!!
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Ackles
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11/21/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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Every Thanksgiving I am reminded of those events and people in my life for which I am so thankful. This year I have included my GHS Class of 67 family. The reunion seems ages ago, but the memories still linger. It was a beautiful thing.
To each and every one of you..a blessed and bountiful Thanksgiving. aa
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LONDA LEDBETTER HUNTER
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11/9/2007
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lh1064@att.com
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Congratulations Karla. I will be joining you effective 12/14/07. I will be retiring from AT&T after 40 1/2 years.
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Debbie Haney
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11/8/2007
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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Congratulations, Karla! Enjoy retirement!
Debbie
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Karla Blount
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11/7/2007
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krblount@fedex.com
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You will not be able to reach me at this email address effective next Wednesday morning. I am going to retire Nov. 14 @ about 0930. You can reach me at home. I will update with a new email address later. Karla
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Marsha McKay
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10/18/2007
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mckayland@academicplanet.com
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Sue telephoned to say that her mom, our beloved Jewel Rowe, passed away this morning. Her battles to breathe and gain back her strength ended quietly as her heart simply gave its last beat. I know Sue and her family will be in all our thoughts and prayers.
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Jerry Monk
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10/13/2007
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jmonk3@cox.net
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Wanted to let everyone know I really appreciate all the emails and calls I got regarding my surgery. I am now home resting up and hope to be back to normal in 4 to 6 wks.
Most definitely will be around the next time we all decide to get together.
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Wayne Money
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10/13/2007
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sales@williamsmotors.net
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Talked to Jerry Dale yesterday. The surgery when well and he is doing fine. Doctor said it would be a few weeks before he plays any golf. He appreciated everyones thoughts and prayers and is looking forward to the next reunion.
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Ginger Thomas
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10/9/2007
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thomasg@argontech.net
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I embarrassed to say I am just getting around to reading the messages! It was a great reunion wasn`t it. The committee had a good time planning it, and I had fun compiling the memory book - I got to read all about everyone before the reunion. I wish I had had more time to visit and that more had stayed to enjoy the DJ and dancing. We had a great time. Hope to see some of the ladies soon at lunch!
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SuLaine Callaway
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10/8/2007
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sulaine.callaway@sbglobal.net
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for those that don`t know, Jerry Monk is having heart surgery gpt a potential anuerism, 10/10, that`s Wenesday, day after tomorrow. He is having a stent procedure which is a lot less evasive and my recovery should be much quicker. I hope to be out of the hospital by Friday or Saturday. I`m sure he will love to hear from everyone!
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Stan Hall
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10/2/2007
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irving75061@yahoo.com
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I had the group picture scanned. Anyone wanting an electronic copy can send an email to me and I will attach it to the reply.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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9/24/2007
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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Wayne, you have my vote for another reunion in 5 years! You and the entire committee deserve applause for the work you put into this reunion! I have only two regrets...that there wasn`t enough time to visit with everyone, and that I didn`t take more photos! I`m putting a CD of photos together, so if anyone has some that you could send via email, please send them to the above email address, or I will gladly reimburse for copies and postage! I hope more classmates can come to the next reunion. They were missed...and they missed a great reunion!
Any girls interested in meeting for lunch in Rockwall or Greenville? We have 8-10 already! Let us know. Let`s keep in touch!
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Wayne Money
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9/24/2007
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I cannot speak for the entire committee, but the best part of the reunion, for me, was knowing that everyone had a good time. Unless you were on the committee, you will could not know the excitment that each of us had built up inside anticipating the reunion. It was a pleasure to have served on the committee with Carole, Alan, Danny, Sulaine, Debby, and Ginger. Each of you worked countless hours making this the best reunion yet, and I do commend you for a job exceedingly well done. This website will be kept active, so let`s all use it. If you can help us locate other class members, be sure to update their information in the directory section of this website. We are thinking in the terms of another reunion in five years. Let us know what you think.
Until then, GO BIG RED!!!!!
Wayne
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Sue (Passons)Cook
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9/24/2007
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scook@ssisd.net
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The class reunion was so much fun. Rickey and I enjoyed visiting with everyone at the lunch at the Italian Restaurant on Friday afternoon, at the football game on Friday night, at the Royal Drive-In Friday night, touring the school on Saturday morning, eating lunch at Sally`s Saturday at noon, and at the dinner and dance at Webb Hill on Saturday night. I appreciate all the work the committee put forth in getting this 40th class reunion together. THANK YOU !!! I have visited with several classmates that hope we can another one in five years. That would be so great. Again, thanks for a weekend of fun and wonderful fellowship with my 1967 GHS classmates. The dance was also fun. rickey and I had not danced that much in a very long time. It was fun. Let`s keep in touch.
Love, Sue (Passons) Cook
PS: I really liked the poem.
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Kristi Blankenship Edwards
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9/22/2007
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kedwards@azfoundation.org
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Thank you stellar reunion committee - it was a wonderful weekend. What a delight to see everyone. I have a nice pix of the ladies on the golf course. Is there a way to post photos to the website? Alan, your poem, your poem - wow! If anyone is in my neck of the woods, or would like to be, Dale and I have an open door to our small home for GHS classmates.
Fondly,
Kris
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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9/22/2007
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janetabla@sc.rr.com
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WOW!!! I`ve been reading through the message board since the Reunion and everyone has expressed my sentiments about the weekend. Since I hadn`t attended a reunion before, I really didn`t know what to expect. I can say with assuredness "it was a whole lot more than I expected!" It was wonderful to see everybody once more. And, Ginger, what a great job you did on the Memory Book! I can see it took a lot of time and effort on your part so "Thank You So Very Much!" Again, thank you to the Committee for all the hard work and long hours you put in to bring it altogether. Alan, I loved the poem, it certainly spoke volumes of truth and love. Mario, thank you for the dances and the wonderful dinner conversation . . . and thanks most of all for making the trip!!!
Joe DeGarso, you haven`t changed a bit!!! Love to each and every one of you until next time!
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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9/21/2007
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Alan, your poem certainly sums up the weekend! (Kathy...pass the tissue!) I left with a bigger family than I came with...and memories that will last. And there will definitely be another one someday! See you there!
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Kathy Dawson
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9/21/2007
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KLD49Run@aol.com
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Alan,
Your poem made me cry. Thanks, El Presidente!!!! K Lew, proud member of GHS
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ackles
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9/21/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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I just wanted to personally thank each of you for your participation in the reunion this past weekend and for making it an absolutely unforgettable event. It was a joy to see and visit with each and every one of you. It’s hard to believe that the wild and crazy kids that I grew up with have turned into bunch of first rate human beings. Thank you.
I’ve put together a little poem about the weekend and would like to dedicate it to all of you and especially the reunion committee for making all this happen.
I went to a class reunion at Greenville High today
Reunions aren`t for everyone but hey... that`s just okay
It`s always great to see the kids and reminisce the day.
To eat a bite...and chat a while and then be on our way.
But somehow things had changed this time...don`t know exactly why
All the kids were different now…you could see it in their eye.
Oh sure there were tufts of white above a wrinkled brow
A slower pace...a mellow face...a bigger shirt size now.
But more than what I saw outside came something from within
A hug, a kiss, a warm handshake that said "you are my friend"
No "look at me…what I have done! I’m prosperous, can’t you see?!"
Instead some outstretched arms that said "You mean a lot to me"
The evening was a sweet affair as we talked about the years
Of memories and grandkids now! Through happiness and tears.
The food was great, the laughter grand. We whirled around the floor
And thought of cherished classmates that aren’t with us anymore.
Reunions will be fewer now…we know not what`s in store
But that`s okay....we`re family now...not classmates anymore.
And as the sun begins to set, no doubt will come the day
Reunion times that we have shared…will all have passed away.
But that`s okay, there`ll come a time…when we all get to heaven
We`ll have reunions when we want…our Class of 67.
I went to a class reunion at GHS today
Reunions aren`t for everyone but hey....that`s just okay
Love and blessings to everyone….aa
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Kathy Dawson
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9/20/2007
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KDL49Run@aol.com
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Yesterday I relived all the reunion memories with Cathy Harvey Johnson. We met at Luby`s in Tyler, Texas and I just talked a blue streak catching her up. I was spitting food here and there, naturally, but Cathy didn`t mind a bit. Then we poured over that group picture and the memory like there was no tomorrow, me running on and on and Cathy adding her comments. I didn`t have to lie or embellish one little bit for once. I really rubbed it in that she missed a good time. She will tell Susan all this. I bet next time those two reunion slackers will be present and accounted for. And we need to get this next reunion planned, guys. And, God willing, I won`t have that horrible heart by my name. But if I do, I lived life my way....and lived to enjoy a Reunion Number 40....and show off my Mark McHenry, one of the suprises as well as the great blessings of my life. My best to all!!!!!!!!!! K Lew
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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9/17/2007
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haney7755@sbcglobal.net
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I agree, Diane. Mini reunions would be great.
For any classmates that couldn`t attend and would like a couple of candid photos from the reunion via email, I would be happy to send them.
Karla, I wish you could have been there too. Judy Pullen almost broke my leg...just to get a fun photo! :-) (Just kidding, Judy! That was such fun! And I like your photo title..."Friends to the Very End!") Thanks for the memories, everyone!
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Diane Grant
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9/17/2007
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dgrantbsn@msn.com
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Thank you everyone for making this reunion so much fun. I was so glad to see my old (as in former) friends! I think we will stay connected and have many, many more good times. I love getting email so please do. A lot of us said that we don`t want to wait so long to see each other again. Maybe we can have mini-reunions more often. That would be great!
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Dot Hogge
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9/17/2007
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hoggem@goinghot.com
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I agree with the rest of you. This was the best reunion ever. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that we are all getting older and have learned to appreciate more the value of life itself and friends. Thanks so much to all the crew who did all the planning and made all the arrangements. You did a great job!
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Wendy Wagley
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9/16/2007
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wwagley@gmail.com
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Many, many thanks to the reunion committee for a fabulous evening. I am in agreement with Debbie that this was the best reunion ever. If I had my high school years to do over, I would get to know many of you so much better. I couldn`t go to bed last night until I had read through the Memory Book. You are all an amazing group of people with diverse interests and accomplishments. I just wish that everyone had written a little something about themselves whether they were attending the reunion or not. Thank you, Alan, for the memorial to our classmates no longer with us. Thanks again for a memorable evening.
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Nancy Hart Oliver
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9/16/2007
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bnoliver@sbcglobal.net
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I had SO MUCH FUN last night! Thanks to the committee for a wonderful reunion. Thanks to Debbie Garrett for hounding me into showing up after all. Thanks to Alan Ackles for not giving an award for having gained the most weight. I know I would have won that one - I`m just thankful I didn`t have a red heart by my name and was able to be there! It was so good to see everyone again and looking forward to the next reunion.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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9/16/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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Bob and I had the best time at the reunion! It truly was the best one yet! I loved seeing EVERYONE! The reunion committee did an amazing job, and we enjoyed every event...from Friday`s lunch (thanks to Mike and Ricky for planning it) to Sunday morning breakfast with Sue and Diane before saying goodbye. This reunion was truly like a family gathering, and we missed all of you who couldn`t attend. I will be changing my email address to haney7755@sbcglobal.net...so that those of you to whom I promised pictures will know who`s sending them! If you don`t receive them...send me an email...I think my brain is on overload! Till we meet again! Let`s keep in touch!
Debbie
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Mark Tarpley
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9/16/2007
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tarp6023@aol.com
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What a great Reunion, my thanks and congratulations to everyone invloved in pulling it all together. Shelley and I had a great time and it was so wonderful to see all of you again.
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karla blount
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9/14/2007
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krblount@fedex.com
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You guys have a great time!! I will miss seeing all of your. I want to hear ALL about it! Karla
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Jean Garber Jones Magness
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9/13/2007
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Hope ALL of you have a GREAT time this week-end "remembering when"! Thought I was going to be there, but every now and then I find that "common sense " should prevail, and since I seldom use it, now might be a good time. I had surgery two weeks ago today, and I am working hard to find strength and determination. The mind is filling but in some cases the body is not. Nothing serious, but now three surgeries in one year can take its toll.
So again, BEST WISHES to everyone and safe travels to those of you making the trip!
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Alan Ackles
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9/13/2007
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Is it just me? Or does tomorrow feel like the first day of school?
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MARIO CARIS
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9/13/2007
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mariocaris@vtr.net
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Hi everybody!!!
I am in Texas already!!
I will be at the Cuicina Italiana.
Warren, it is a shame you will miss the Reunion. Also Karla.
Mario Caris
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Warren lee
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9/13/2007
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Hi all, looking forward to this weekend however I will be stuck in New York and not able to attend.
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MARIO CARIS
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9/11/2007
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Hi!! All of you!!
If Gods allows, I will arrive to Texas Tomorrow, Sep 12th.
I am exited to see you!!
Regards,
Mario Caris
CHILE
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Debbie Garrett
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9/11/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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Everyone had a great time, Wayne. But you slept through it! : )
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rick stephens
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9/10/2007
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saxet1126@yahoo.com
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karala they say that your knees are the first to go, and i can"t remember waht the second is. ha! rick stephens
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Wayne Money
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9/6/2007
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Those playing golf...Webb Hill has scheduled our T-times at 8:30 am. Hopefully, we will finish in time for the luncheon. OK girls, that means you have to have to start getting ready Friday night after the football game.
For those who really care...I dreamed last night I missed the reunion...Can anyone tell me if we had a good time?
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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9/5/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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I agree, Londa. My husband`s class has had a myfamily.com page for several years, and it has been great for keeping in touch and even sharing photos. Thanks, committe, for putting everything together!
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LONDA LEDBETTER HUNTER
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9/5/2007
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lh1064@att.com
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I think the message board is great. My husband`s class has had one for several years and it is a good wait to keep in touch. Thanks Danny!!
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Kristi Blankenship Edwards
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9/4/2007
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kedwards@azfoundation.org
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Dear Golfing Classmates:
The reunion committee was kind enough to give me the names of those, see end of email, playing golf on 9/15 (thanks Alan). Kathy and I have teamed up and look forward to a lot of fun. (Speaking of fun - my favorite PGA golfer won yesterday--horray for Lefty!) You know every golfer has an excuse, and I want to offer mine in advance to avoid ridicule. I found out on Friday that I have tendinitis of the right elbow and my swing sucks big time to compensate for the discomfort. So please no unkind remarks next week about my playing ability or I will be forced to use my water pistol.
I look forward to seeing everyone soon and thank the reunion committee for their work.
Players…
Kathy Dawson
Kristi Edwards
Warren Lee
Jack Linton
Ronald Maxwell
Wayne Money
Mike Price
Ricky Stephens
Mark Tarpley
Wynn Warren
Robert Payton
Carts only….
Mario Caris
Chris Kilmer
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Mike Price & Ricky Stephens
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8/30/2007
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mdprice5@yahoo.com & saxet1126&yahoo.com
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We have made arrangements to have a pre-reunion gathering at Paesano Cucina Italiana beginning at 12:30 on Friday, Sept. 14. The address is 3103 I-30W (the junction of the Terrell Hwy and I30). Anyone who would like to get together for some cordial conversation and informal visiting is welcome. We hope to see you there!
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Karla Blount
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7/19/2007
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krblount@fedex.com
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Oops...The Fedes in the prior message should read Fedex. It`s an age thing. HA!
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Karla Blount
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7/19/2007
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krblount@fedex.com
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It looks like I will miss this reunion due to prior plans. Hope Your all have a great time. I am planning to retire from Fedes this Dec. Jean--call me.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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7/11/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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Was I surprised to look up and see Wayne on Wheel of Fortune! Let us know when it airs...I only caught the end of the show! Another celeb from the class of `67!
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Alan Ackles
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7/10/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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Oops...false alarm about Wayne being on Wheel of Fortune this week. We`ll let you know when it`s supposed to air.
That`s not to say you can`t watch it if you really want to.
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Alan Ackles
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7/9/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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Hey all...Rumor has it that Wayne Money is going to be on a rerun of Wheel of Fortune Wednesday July 11.
Enjoy those residuals, Wayne!
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Wayne Money
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6/6/2007
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sales@williamsmotors.net
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When to a birthday party last night and with approximately 200+ guests. I was having a great time shaking hands and talking with people I haven`t seen in quiet some time. I lady tapped me on the shoulder and asked if I were Wayne Money. Reluctantly, I said yes. She introduced herself as "Marilyn Connell".
What a wonderful surprise. We had a good visit and she is excited about the reunion. This classmate has literally travelled the world with her job. We need everyone to contact those who have not registered and encourage them to come. Don`t leave is to just the reunion committee.
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Alan Ackles
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5/16/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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I know you will all be saddened to know that we lost Greg Wallace this past Saturday. Don`t know the circumstances regarding his passing, but he was a neat kid and I never saw him when he didn`t have a smile on his face. He will be missed...and I`m sure his family would covet your prayers.
http://www.heraldbanner.com/obituaries/ local_story_134013626.html
Alan
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Jeannette Pugh
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5/13/2007
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stinkerjp@hotmail.com
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Danny this is great having a way to communicate with old friends. I think the committee has done a great job again as usual. I want to thank Wayne for tracking me down. Danny, will you be keeping this message board up even after this reunion? Look forward to seeing all of you in September.
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MARIO CARIS
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4/19/2007
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mariocaris@vtr.net
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Hi!! All of you. Thanks Danny for this great joy!! It is so great to hear from all of you after 40 years. It is has been 30 years I do not came back to Greenville. I am planning to attend the meeting. I have been waiting for this since 10 years. I hope I can make it. Blessing to all you!!!
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Mike Price
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4/12/2007
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mdprice5@yahoo.com
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The website looks great! Thanks Danny. I look forward to seeing all of you this fall. Take care.
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Wayne Money
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4/12/2007
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sales@williamsmotors.net
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You have plenty on time to make reservations to come to the reunion on Sept 15. Please do not wait to the last minute to let us know you are coming. Make the commitment to come and then register. Don`t forget to let us know what you`ve been doing. Go to the questionnaire and start typing. The committee is doing a good job. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS SHOW UP!!!
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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2/13/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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Hi Jean, I was just talking to my husband, Bob, about you this week! I always loved your sense of style....do you remember the day you were sent home for wearing a "disruptive" outfit to school?? Who would have thought a floor length skirt would get you sent home??!! (OK...it`s been 40 years...that was you, wasn`t it?? :) By the way, does the new stadium have elevators??
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Jean Garber Jones Magness
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2/11/2007
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JEANMAGNESS@aol.com
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Alan, I am really proud that you can wear your letter jacket anywhere; leg, arm, etc. It should be interesting to see the "maturity lines" that 40 years have brought to everyone. We have not grown older, we have only matured..yeah!
Having been gone from G`ville for 16 years, I am amazed to all the changes. For those that have not seen the new football stadium, bring your walkers and get ready for nose bleed, Phillips Field it ain`t. THANKS to all of you for your efforts toward this event. Keep us posted!
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Janet Alcorn Abla
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2/10/2007
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janetabla@sc.rr.com
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Wayne, thanks for the call about the reunion. Thank you to all the committee people putting this together; I truly appreciate your efforts. I love the website -- your efforts have stirred up a lot of memories of the past. Looking forward to seeing all of you.
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Debbie Garrett Haney
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2/8/2007
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mmot1@juno.com
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I agree, Alan. Thanks so much to Danny and all the committee! It`s been great to be in touch with "old" friends again!
Debbie Garrett Haney
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Ackles
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2/7/2007
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a.ackles@sbcglobal.net
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Hey everyone...
Glad you made it to the website. Make sure you post all of your info as soon as possible so we can annoy you.
Also, I think we all owe Danny Ott a big "thank you" for getting this whole website thing going. Thanks Danny!!
Stop by and say hello on the message board or leave a memory. We`d love to hear from you.
David Heath! It`s been 40 years! You`d better be at this one. Send me your email address so I can harrass you.
OK...Bye all.
Oh, one other thing. I vote we make a concerted effort to wear our letter jackets the night of the football game. I`ll be wearing mine on my leg.
Alan Ackles
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Webmaster
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2/5/2007
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Webmaster@ReunionsOnline.net
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Started Message Board. Hope everyone has a great reunion!
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