Farewell Geraldine Brown Vaughn

Just received word that Geraldine Brown passed away on January 26th of this year.  She lvied in the Rainier/Olympia Area.

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Farewell Marcia VanOrman Kent

Sadly, we have lost another classmate.  Marsha VanOrman lived in the Tacoma-Seattle area her whole life, with her husband, Dennis.  She had been fighting several health issues, and finally lost her battle on May 8th. Her oibtuary has been posted in the In Memory tab.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.   A celebration of life will be held on July 10th from 1-4 at Mama Stortinisin Puyallup.  Let Donna Dovey Buster (253-209-5428) know if you plan to attend, as they need a head count.

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PREFUNCTION!!

Year 59 at the 2121

August 25, 2022

Starts at 4:00 p.m.

Remember prefunctions?  This is the warmup for our 60th-year reunion. We're back!!!  Anyone in the old 'hood on August 25th, 2022, plan on meeting to see the rest of us Covid survivors. We had a good crowd last year and are hoping for even more this year.We're ready to gather again.  The 2121 Pub and Grill is, appropriately at 2121 112th St.  So, 2022 at the 2121. Hope to see ya.

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New Central Avenue & Collins

Elementary Schools

The Central AvenueElementary School was visited by several classmates, prior to its demolition and replacement. Larry Archer provided photos of the visit and the new school in process. Now we have posted pictures of the finished school.  In addition, Larry provided a picture of the new Collins school which was built in a new location in the 1900 block of 128yh St, 1.5 miles west of the old school. Click on "Grade School Photos", then "Central Avenue" or "Collins" to get a view.  Thanks, Larry.

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The 60th-Year Reunion??

Summer 2023

Okay, this is scary.  We actually aren't that far away from our 60th anniversary of high school graduation.  FYI in late summer 2023 we will hit 22,000 days since graduation.

No plans yet, but think ahead, and start saving some time to get together with some old friends.  We had a great turnout for our 50th, and 55th.  Let's make the 60th fabulous.

1-9-6-3 We're the Best You'll Ever See

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STILL LOOKING for 20 missing classmates? Any Clue?  If you have any information for those on the list (see tab at top), please contact Donna Dovey Buster.  Only *20* to go.

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Year 58 at the 2121

Thursday, August 26, 2021

We met once again at the 2121 Pub for a few hours of talking, and sharing.  There were more than 25 of us old-timers and several spouses. There were some first-timers, and a bunch of old-faithfuls. Thanks to all who came for talking, eating, talking, laughing, talking, eating, reminiscing, and maybe tossing back a drink or two. It's a great way to keep in touch between our big gatherings. Other photos under the Reunions tab. Think about 2022.

55 YEARS??  -- IT'S HAPPENED

SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2018

On Saturday, September 8th, 86 of us gathered to celebrate our 55th year since graduation.  There were 54 classmates and 32 guests.  During the night several people referred to us as survivors.  We met at the Emerald Queen Casino Ballroom and Conference Center in Fife. The buffet and dessert table were plentiful and delicious.  If there was supposed to be light background 50s and 60s music playing, it would never have been heard over the talking and laughter. 

See pictures from the event.  Click on the "Class Reunion Photos" tab on the left column, and select the "55th-Year Reunion".

Thanks to all who came and made this a fun event.  Think about 2023 for the 60th (yikes).

Keep your address and other contact info up-to-date, so we can keep in touch.  See ya in August 2019 at the 2121.

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The 50th-Year Reunion Booklet

August 17, 2013

This booklet with information on all your classmates, and pictures from the reunion activities, has been mailed to those who ordered one.  We have a few extras.  If you didn't order one and want one, click on the "Contact Us" tab at the top of the page, to send an email to Dan Holder.  Booklets are $20, inclding postage.

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We need more pictures.  Do you have photos from parties, activities, candid shots around school, any other pictures that would jog the old memories?  Send them to Dan Holder at fp63cardinals@gmail.com

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