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Louise Mark Moss, Ron Hunter, Terry Tompkins, Dorothy Hinrichs Stevens & Tilman Bergman.
In Memory of
Sandy (Mather) Miezwa
Passed away peacefully on December 12th, 2024
Passed Away December 12th, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Sandra "Sandy" M. Mather-Miezwa. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Sandy's life.
In Memory of
Diane Marie (Benish) West
September 17, 1948 — October 18, 2024
Passed Away October 18th, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Diane Marie Benish-West. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Diane's life.
In Memory of
Bruce William Berg
1948 - 2024
Passed Away August 22, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Bruce William Berg. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Bruce's life.
Rest In Peace Bruce
In Memory of
Marlene Rae Goldstein - Bukstein
Married James Bukstein from our class of '66
Passed Away August 5, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Marlene Rae Goldstein - Bukstein. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Marlene's life.
Rest In Peace Marlene
In Memory of
Gary Lehmeyer
1948 - 2024
******Gary Lehmeyer****** Passed Away February 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Gary Lehmeyer. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Gary's life.
NEW UPDATE I received a message from Gary Lehmeyer’s daughter today indicating that his funeral will be at Ft. Snelling on May 31st at 12:10 pm. I hope to attend the service.
Rest In Peace Gary
In Memory of
Lee Anderson
9/17/1948 - 1/21/2024
Passed Away January 21, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Lee Anderson. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Lee's life.
Rest In Peace Lee
In Memory of
Jean M. Janlkowski - Olson
8/4/1948 - 10/21/2023
Passed Away October 21st, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Jean Janlkowski - Olson. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Jean's life.
Rest In Peace Jean
In Memory of
Mary Helen Woods Sitton
4/25/1948 - 7/18/2023
**********Mary Helen Woods********** Passed Away July 18th, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Mary Helen Woods - Sitton. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Mary Helen's life.
In Memory of
Roy A. Morrow
5/8/2022
Passed Away May 8th, 2022
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Roy A Morrow. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Roy's life.
In Memory of
Carol J. (Rucke) Glime
She will be greatly missed by all. I give thanks for Carol's life.
Passed away March 19th, 2022
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of my friend and classmate Carol J. (Rucke) Glime. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Carol's life.
In Memory of
Gene W. Nelson
1948-2022
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Gene W. Nelson. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Gene's life.
Gene Nelson Passed Away 3/2022
In Memory of
Stephen "Steven" Sudduth
12/11/2021
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Steve Sudduth. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Steve's life.
Stephen "Steve" Sudduth Passed Away 12/11/2021
Memory of
Jerry Lee Beckman
1948 - 2021
************Jerry Lee Beckman************ Passed away September 13th, 2021
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Jerry Lee Beckman. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Jerry's life.
In Memory of
Laurel H Gulbranson
April 28th, 2021
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Laurel Gulbranson. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Laurel's life.
Passed Away 4/28/2021
Memory of
Mary Karen (Rivers) Smith
She will be greatly missed by all. I give thanks for Mary's life.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of my friend and classmate Mary Karen (Rivers) Smith. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Mary's life.
Passed away March 21, 2021
In Memory of
Clarissa (Schwartz) Breiland
She will be greatly missed by me. I give thanks for Clarissa's life.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of my first cousin Clarissa (Schwartz) Breiland. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Clarissa's life.
Passed Away January 20th, 2021
Rest in Peace Dear Cousin.
In Memory of
Leslie Bruce "Les" Fursetzer
January 14th, 2021
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Leslie Bruce "Les" Fursetzer. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Leslie's life.
Passed Away 1/14/2021
In Our Memory
GRADUATES OF THE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL CLASS of 1966 124 Known To Be Deceased
They came this way but once. Yet, they touched our lives in many ways while they were here. We shall remain eternally grateful for their friendship and for the influence each bestowed upon us.
Should your mouth ever be bigger than your stomach, may you have a chewing good time!
And may your friends always bring you joy.
Old Time Christmas Music Three parts
Old Time Christmas Music
1969 - 55 Years Ago Camp Reasoner - Da Nang Vietnam
The War Vietnam July 1968 - July 1969
I can recall that day I arrived in Nam as a green know it all rookie marine with an attitude. I was going to win the war by myself. What a dumb kid I must have been then. Only moments after arriving that day, reality set in and I learn quickly that I was in hell or some where close.
It seems to be bits and pieces of time that have been locked away for fifty plus years. Over 30 Missions in Vietnam. As a young tough warriors with an attitude from the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, Bravo Company, 2nd Platoon.... Thanks for stopping by today.
Elephant Valley 99 1/2 Hours - March 1969 Click Here
Hill 422 - Blocking Force 101 Hours - March 1969 Click Here
I'm just a simple old warrior who served in the uniform of this country's military in War who loves to discuss all aspects of life. It is my firm conviction that if one understands what caused the war, how the war was conducted, and the Reconstruction Years that followed, one will know what this country is about.
A Summer Day In Nam
A Summer Day In Nam
by Lance Corporal, Floyd Ruggles 1st Reconnaissance Battalion.
"A Brotherhood Forged In Combat"
Last night I awoke to the sounds of thunder. I was recalling a small part of a day a long time ago. As if it was yesterday, as I remember, it was the height of the war that day in ‘69. It seems to be bits and pieces of time that have been locked away for fifty + years. Names and places are not clear to me now, so I’ll do my best to remember. The team of 8 Recon Marines consisted of young, tough, bronzed warriors with an attitude, a gung ho bunch of Marines from the 1st Recon Battalion, Bravo Company, 2nd Platoon. Team name “call sign” unknown at this time. I can’t recall the team’s name for this mission but the team names that come to mind are Blue Spruce, Cayenne, Panama Hat and Albrook that I worked with from time to time. My team was getting briefed by 1st Lt. Riley, his name I can recall. 1st Lt. Brian Riley sticks in my mind because I felt I was responsible for his death and that been playing on my mind all these years. You see, as the pointman for this small team of marines. I was responsible for finding and clearing the areas of all the booby traps, mines and all other devices that can wreak havoc on my brothers in my team. As a scout I took my job seriously all the time and on all my missions. It so happened by faith, maybe luck that I considered myself to be very lucky in life and in the years of ‘68 and ‘69 and so was my good friend Lance Corporal Herman Jonse, I’ll call him Jonsey for short. Yes my good friend Jonsey of Bravo Company, at the time had just returned from R&R “rest and recuperation” in Australia where he met Margaret his wife to be, Margaret. What can I say about Margaret but she was a peach, a down to earth woman and I thought Jonsey was the luckiest guy on earth. But at the time I was a dumb kid and I had no plans to go on R&R. As I told my friend I’m saving for a brand new car. And I can recall that car today that I was saving for, it was a green 1969 Chevy with white racing stripes. A new ’69 Chevy Chevelle SS “Super Sport” with a 396 high performance engine with a Holley carburetor, chrome wheels with Goodyear F70-14 polyglass tires and this car had a Delco AM radio. Well to make a long story short Jonsey talked me into going to Australia for a week to meet his wife to be. I can recall that time in Australia and meeting Margaret as one of the best vacations I ever had and thanks to Jonsey and Margaret that R&R to Australia April 8th through April 15th, 1969 maybe saved my life who knows.
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Richard Hilt Passed Away in Vietnam 2/13/69
Sergeant Richard Michael Hilt North High Class of '66 Click Here Click Here
In Memory of
Sandy (Mather) Miezwa
Passed away peacefully on December 12th, 2024
Passed Away December 12th, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Sandra "Sandy" M. Mather-Miezwa. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Sandy's life.
Vote for Hope
NHS ‘66 Lunch Gathering Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 Photos
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North High School Class of 1966 Classmates Lunch Break 2024
In Memory of
Bruce William Berg
1948 - 2024
Passed Away August 22, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Bruce William Berg. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Bruce's life.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Marlene Rae Goldstein - Bukstein. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Marlene's life.
Rest In Peace Marlene
In Memory of
Gary Lehmeyer
1948 - 2024
NEW UPDATE I received a message from Gary Lehmeyer’s daughter today indicating that his funeral will be at Ft. Snelling on May 31st at 12:10 pm. I hope to attend the service.
******Gary Lehmeyer****** Passed Away February 2024
Rest In Peace Gary
Famous groundhog gives his 138th forecast
2024 Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day 2024:
Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring!
So long to winter...
In Memory of
Lee Anderson
9/17/1948 - 1/21/2024
Passed Away January 21, 2024
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Lee Anderson. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. We give thanks for Lee's life.
Rest In Peace Lee
n Memory of
Mary Helen Woods Sitton
4/25/1948 - 7/18/2023
**********Mary Helen Woods********** Passed Away July 18th, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Mary Helen Woods - Sitton. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Mary Helen's life.
Then & Now
North High School
Class of 1966
Happy 54th Anniversary
Auqust 2023
Tilman & Marsha Bergman
54 Years August 16th, 2023
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary.
Great turnout at least 49 that we know of that showed up for the lunch and we'll try to do that again next year. God willing
We are at 33 for Tuesday's luncheon at the Crystal VFW!
As of Friday the 2nd of June 2023.
Let’s meet for 🥪 lunch 🥗….. 11:30 am Tuesday, June 6th at the Crystal VFW Post… 5222 Bass Lake Road in Crystal.
A gathering of friends for a couple of hours… nothing formal, everyone welcome.
The club offers a nice, reasonably priced lunch menu… buy what you want.
Please share this invitation with fellow classmates… all I ask is an email RSVP (tpdrewcrew@gmail.com) so the club can add staff if guest numbers warrant.
Even an aging 🐻❄️ polar bear 🐻❄️ needs to eat sometime!
As always, call if you have questions (612-922-9448).
2023 Winter Carnival Buttons are for sale at our antique mall this year. Mention that you saw them on our website and we will give you 10% off your purchase. All funds will go to support the Winter Carnival.
Save the date for the 137th Saint Paul Winter Carnival
January 26th – February 5th, 2023
Saint Paul Winter Carnival Museum
Open to the public year-round free of charge.
Winter Sunsets & Landscapes Album
Witches flying past on broomsticks, Black cats leaping here and there, White-robed spooks on every corner, Mournful moaning in the air, Goblins peering out of windows, Spirit-things that rap and run- But don't be scared-it's just October, Having one last hour of fun! Tonight is the night When dead leaves fly Like witches on switches Across the sky, When elf and sprite Flit through the night On a moony sheen. Tonight is the night When leaves make a sound Like a gnome in his home Under the ground,When spooks and trolls Creep out of holes Mossy and green. Tonight is the night When pumpkins stare Through sheaves and leaves Everywhere, When ghoul and ghost And goblin host Dance round their queen. It's Halloween.
Memory of
Floyd Arthur Heidelberger Sr.
September 18th, 1926 - April 20th, 2022
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am that swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am that swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
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She will be greatly missed by all. I give thanks for Carol's life.
Passed away March 19th, 2022
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of my friend and classmate Carol J. (Rucke) Glime. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Carol's life.
From the Class of '66
2022
74th birthday 2022
How do I know today is my 74th birthday? Even without a calendar, I know, because . . .
...Everything that works hurts, and what doesn't hurt doesn't work.
...I feel like the morning after, and I haven't been anywhere.
...My little black book only contains names ending in M.D.
...My children are beginning to look middle-aged.
...My mind makes contracts my body can't keep.
...I look forward to a dull evening.
...My knees buckle, and my belt won't.
...My back goes out more than I do.
...I sink my teeth into a steak, and they stay there.
And the worst?
...I finally know all the answers, but nobody asks me the questions!
In Memory of
Gene W. Nelson
1948-2022
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Gene W. Nelson. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Gene's life.
Passed Away 3/2022
St. Paul Winter Carnival Museum 2022
Should your mouth ever be bigger than your stomach, may you have a chewing good time!
And may your friends always bring you joy.
2021
In Memory of
Stephen "Steven" Sudduth
12/11/2021
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Steve Sudduth. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Steve's life.
Passed Away 12/11/2021
Association of the Natural Warrior
Happy Veterans Day
November 11th, 2021
Veterans Day discounts at restaurants
Bob Evans – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military receive a special menu of seven (7) homestyle favorites for FREE at local restaurants. Dine-in only. Visit the Bob Evans website for more details.
The Chop House – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active military receive a 50% discount off any entrée with a valid military ID on November 11. Dine-in only. Please call ahead to your local Chop House if you have any questions about your Veterans Day Discount, or visit the Chop House website for additional details.
Cotton Patch Café – November 11, 2021 All Veterans and active military members are being offered a Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken FREE on November 11. Please call ahead to your local Cotton Patch Café if you have any questions about your Veterans Day Discount.
IHOP – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military are being offered FREE red, white and blue pancakes on November 11.
Lucille’s BBQ – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military receive a FREE Lucille’s Original Pulled Pork Sandwich and one side item on November 11. Must show proof of service. During the month of November, dine at any Lucille’s location to round up your bill to the nearest dollar where your generous donations will support Operation Homefront’s Holiday Meals for Military.
McCormick & Schmicks – November 7, 2021 Veterans, Gold Star parents and Gold Star spouses can enjoy a half-priced entrée from a special menu on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants. Please contact your nearest location for details.
Red Robin – November 1-November 14, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members are being offered a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries anytime between Nov. 1-14 for dine-in or to-go. Visit the Red Robin website for details.
Yard House – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary appetizer on November 11. Please visit the Yard House website or contact your nearest location for details.
California Pizza Kitchen – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active military get a complimentary entrée and beverage when they dine in and show proof of service on November 11. In addition, all veterans who dine with California Pizza Kitchen will receive a BOGO, redeemable from November 12 through 20.
Chili’s – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Available for in-restaurant only.
Denny’s – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on November 11, from 5 am to noon. Dine-in only.
Golden Corral – November 11, 2021 Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on November 11 from 5 pm to close. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.
Mission BBQ – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich on November 11.
Shoney’s – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty service members get a free All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar on November 11 until 11 am. Dine-in only.
Texas Roadhouse – November 11, 2021 Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on November 11, from 11 am to 2 pm. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.
Logan’s Roadhouse – November 11, 2021 Logan’s Roadhouse will be offering all Veterans a free American Roadhouse Meal From 3 pm to 6 pm on Thursday November 11.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – November 11, 2021 BJ’s is serving those who have served their country by once again teaming up with Dr Pepper®, offering a complimentary meal from a select menu and a Dr Pepper® beverage to all current military personnel and Veterans with proof of service.
Red Lobster – November 11, 2021 Free Appetizer or Dessert for Veterans Day: In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering a free appetizer or dessert on Thursday, November 11.
Olive Garden – November 11, 2021 Free entrée from a special menu for each Veteran and current member of the military. Simply show proof of military service. Dine-in only. All entrées include freshly baked garlic breadsticks, and your choice of homemade soup or famous house salad.
Veterans Canteen Service – November 10, 2021 Veterans Canteen Service locations are honoring Veterans with a free coffee or fountain beverage.
Buffalo Wild Wings – November 11, 2021 Veterans and service members get a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries. This offer is available for dine-in or takeout (online ordering excluded). Proof of service must be shown for redemption.
Sheetz – November 11, 2021 Veterans will be offered a free lunch of half a turkey or ham sub, and a regular fountain drink. Plus a free $9 carwash.
O’Charley’s – November 11, 2021 Veterans and service members receive a free meal from a special menu with proof of service.
Veterans Day Discounts on Haircuts
Great Clips – November 11, 2021 Veterans and active-duty military can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on November 11 to receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date. Visit the Great Clips website for details.
Sports Clips – November 11, 2021 Some locations will be offering free haircuts to Veterans and active-duty service members on November 11. Visit the Sports Clips website for details and participating locations.
Smart Style Hair Salons – Every Day Veterans and active-duty military are being offered a 10% discount off any services and professional products. Please show proof of service to receive this discount at participating salons. Walk-ins welcome. No double discounts. Discount may vary per location. Visit the SmartStyle website for details.
Veterans Day Discounts in Retail & Services
B & B’s for Vets – November 10-11, 2021 B&Bs for Vets are offering one free room night on November 10 and 11. Preference will be given to “first timer” Veterans and active-duty personnel; those who have not participated in the program in the past will be given preference. Offer is valid in all 50 U.S. states. Visit the B&Bs for Vets website for additional details and locations.
Bed Bath & Beyond – November 11, 2021 For active-duty U.S. military, Vets and Spouses, Bed Bath and Beyond is offering 25% off any in-store purchase on November 11, 2021. Call or visit your nearest location for details.
Brown Bear Car Wash – November 11, 2021 Free Beary Clean car wash for all current or former members of the military on Veterans Day, from 8:00am-8:00pm local time, at participating locations. Please contact your nearest location for details.
Hyvee (Midwest) – November 11, 2021 Free curbside breakfast for Veterans and active-duty military members. Many stores will also offer planned programs, displays, entertainment or other activities in addition to breakfast. Please contact your nearest location for details.
Rack Room Shoes – November 11, 2021 20% off all purchases for Veterans and military on Veterans Day, 10% off purchases year round. Visit the Rack Room Shoes website for details.
Sun Viking Lodge (Daytona Beach, FL) – No dates given Use promo code “hero” to receive 30% off your next booking with your military ID. Please visit their website for details.
Target – November 11, 2021 Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, Veterans and their families a 10% discount off the guest’s full basket. To receive the offer, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/military. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use 10% Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store or online.
TOPS Market – November 11, 2021 All Veterans and active-duty military personnel may receive an 11% off discount on any total order on Veterans Day.
QALO – November 1 – 30, 2021 Free silicone ring for Veterans. Just log in to your GOV-X account to obtain a code to enter at checkout. Just pay shipping and handling (Average cost of $7 – $8).
Publix – November 11, 2021 Veterans and their families are invited to save 10% on groceries. The offer excludes prescriptions, alcohol, gift cards, lottery, stamps, and money services. Valid for in-store purchases only.
True REST Float Spa – November 11, 2021 True REST Float Spa will close every location to the public and invite Veterans and military to float for 60-minutes, free of charge. Interested veterans are encouraged to visit True REST Float Spa online to reserve.
Walgreens – November 11-14, 2021 Military, Veterans, and their families receive 20% off eligible, regular-price purchases when using myWalgreens membership.
On Veterans Day we remember again Our men and women who served; We honor them now for what they did then: The liberties they preserved. Let’s never forget their sacrifice, The hard, heavy work they have done; They did what was asked, crucial needs they fulfilled, With a telephone, pencil or gun. We’re happy and proud to honor them; They gave so much more than they got. Our heroes, our veterans kept freedom safe; All of us owe them a lot.
No Man Left Behind
In Rememberance of
Steven Howard Nelson ~ Class of '66
STEVEN HOWARD NELSON
LCPL - E3 - Marine Corps - Regular 20 year old Single, Caucasian, Male Born on Oct 22, 1947 From MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA Length of service 1 year. His tour of duty began on Apr 11, 1967 Casualty was on Dec 10, 1967 in QUANG TRI, SOUTH VIETNAM HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY ARTILLERY, ROCKET, or MORTAR Body was recovered Religion PROTESTANT
They came this way but once. Yet, they touched our lives in many ways while they were here. We shall remain eternally grateful for their friendship and for the influence each bestowed upon us.
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of James "Jim" Benson. He will be greatly missed by his family & friends. We give thanks for Jim's life.
Passed Away 2/21/2020
RIP Jim
In Memory of
Lee Francis Fisher
July 8th, 2019
Lee F Fisher Passed Away 7/8/2019
Gregory Thomas Sichler, Sr.
January 29, 1948 - February 08, 2019
Gregory Thomas Sichler, Sr. - Passed away February 08, 2019
Attention: our August 2020 gathering has been CANCELLED
a RESCHEDULED Reunion Event will be held....
Saturday August 28th, 2021
Charles Knaeble (Crystall) VFW Post #494
5222 Bass Lake Road, Crystall, MN Start time: 4 PM
Though uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 forced cancelation of this year's event, it has been rescheduled for August 2021 at the Crystal VFW Post #494. Please adjust your plans, spread the word, and invite a classmate. Guests always welcome.
As with any of our mail outs, there have been a number of letters bouncing back to me with a new address, and others listed as “addressee unknown“ or “unable to forward”. Those that noted a new address (about a dozen) were/are re-sent a letter, while the others sit in my folder.
I wanted to list some of the “unknowns” hoping one of you might know where these folks are, or maybe know someone else who could provide a contact lead. Here are those classmate names:
I apologize for being late on this posting and update on the Johnsons. I have been out of town for the last 3 weeks. Mike called me a couple times in early June to let me know he was cleared to go home to continue his rehab after 6 Covid-19 tests all coming back negative. I think all parties concerned felt it would be safer to rehab from home. So I'm glad to say Mike and Kathy Johnson are both now home in Maple Grove. I wish them both a speedy and full recovery. I would like to be the first to wish them a Happy Anniversary. Their 53rd Anniversary is July 8th.
Michael H. "Mike" Johnson
Married his High School Sweetheat, Kathleen R. Rasmussen from our class of '66
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52 Years will be 53 years on July 8th, 2020.
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Michael Johnson & Kathleen (Rasmussen) Johnson
July 8th, 1967 Wedding Photo from left to Right are:
Loyd Ellis Jones, 1967 NHS graduate, USMC - Born Decmber 16th, 1948 Loyd gave the ultimate sacrifice to his country in Vietnam on September 10, 1968 for more Info click here.
Melanie Johnson, Sister of the Groom. 1970 NHS graduate. Born January 25th, 1952 - Died of cancer on September 14th, 2011
Linda Allard, Maid of Honor and First Cousin of the Bride.
Kathleen (Rasmussen) Johnson, Bride. 1966 North High School Graduate. Click Here Kathleen's webpage.
Michael Johnson, Groom. 1966 North High School Graduate. Click Here for Michael's webpage.
Kenneth Stay, Best Man. 1966 North High School Graduate. USAF Vietnan. Ken's webpage click here.
Kenneth Bakken , Groomsmen. 1966 North High School Graduate. USAF Vietnan. Ken's webpage click here.
Harold Bakken, Groomsmen. 1967 North High School Graduate. USMC Vietnan Veteran. Harold's webpage click here.
Passed Away April 21, 2020
Passed Away 2/20/2020
My Memories from the 2020
Saint Paul Winter Carnival
2020 Saint Paul Winter Carnival
2020 Saint Paul Winter Carnival
2020 Saint Paul Winter Carnival
2020 Saint Paul Winter Carnival
Russell Marvin Martin
February 26, 1946 - October 6, 2018
Russell Martin
Russell Martin 1963
Julianna Porrazzo-Ray
Julianna Porrazzo
Tuck and Julianna Porrazzo were crowned King and Queen of the Hobos during the National Hobo Convention in Britt 2017.
Darrel L. 'Tuck' Ray
Darrel L. 'Tuck' Ray
Ray, Darrel L. "Tuck" Age 59. Born November 3, 1960, died June 20, 2019 2X elected King of the Hobos, 2007/2017, National Hobo Convention, Britt, Iowa. Tuck left home at 15, lived life as a hobo for 25 years. His marriage in 2002 to Minneapolis Jewel chang-ed his life. Tuck was an artist, craftsman, fisherman, railrider, and husband, a great BS-er, loved by many for his witty repartee. Preceded in death by mother Johnette Ray, father Ronnie Ray, niece Nicole (Mark's daughter), granddaughter Angelina Bergstrom. Survived by wife Julianna Porrazzo-Ray, sister Tonya Ray (Ronnie Gatson) of IL, brothers Mark Ray (Pam Reister) of CO, Jeff Ray (Angel) of CA, Leslie Ray (Kellie) of IL, stepdaughter Sarah Porrazzo-Davis; son-in-law Ryan Davis; grandson Zachary Bergstrom. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Our Lady of Peace Hospice for the care Tuck was provided. Services to be held August 9th, 2019, 9 AM, Evergreen Cemetery, Britt, Iowa. Billman-Hunt Funeral Chapel
Published on June 30, 2019
Bryan W Steppe
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Bryan W Steppe.
he will be greatly missed by he's family & friends. We give thanks for Bryan's life.
Bryan W Steppe - passed away 11/3/2013
RIP Bryan
The Lumberjack
1st Recon Battalion
Minnesota Legionnaire Newspaper May 2019
In Memory of
Richard Michael Hilt
2/13/1969
Honored on Panel 32W, Row 26 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Richard Hilt Passed Away in Vietnam 2/13/69
Gomer Pyle, USMC - The Impossible Dream
Classmates web page updates!
Bill & Suzanne Lee "RR in Hawaii 1968"
Bob & Teresa Griffin enjoying a cruise in Skagway, Alaska 2018
The Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee
View from Arbel
From the summit of Mount Arbel on the western side of the Sea of Galilee, one can see the entire lake, the city of Tiberias, the mountains of Galilee, and the Golan Heights. On a clear day, Mount Hermon is visible. Click the photo for more Info on the Sea of Galilee.
Thanks for coming out! A great turnout!!
Round table Discussions
FREE; No reservation needed
December 17, 7PM • Marine Reconnaissance Units.
Veterans of the 1st and 3rd Marine Reconnaissance Battalions will discuss how when and why they entered the Marines, how and why they were assigned to these elite units, their training and preparation for combat, and their small unit missions deep within enemy controlled territory. What were their experiences, options, and attitudes when the time came to reenter the civilian world. At Concordia University, St Paul 300 Hamline Avenue North St Paul, MN 55104 for more Info: https://www.mnvietnam.org/roundtable/
Some of us aren’t quite 70 yet. A group of the babies from the Class of 66
Image:
Steven Scheunemann 2018
Judith (Odessky) Edwards
In Memory of
Joanne Peterson Holzinger
It is with deep sadness that we report the news of the death of Joanne Peterson-Holzinger. She will be greatly missed by her family & friends. We give thanks for Joanne's life.
Passed Away July 31st, 2018
RIP Joanne
3 northside girls have a chance meeting in the north woods.
Joanne Cullinan Peterson, Jackie DeFer Jorde and Mary Hart Bahneman
in Cross Lake, MN August 2018.
North High Teachers sees double: In the class of '66
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Mary Helen Woods - Sitton. 7/18/2023 She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Mary Helen's life.
