RMHS 1976 40th Reunion Memory Book
Linda Conti
Name: Linda Conti
Current Location: Philomont, Virginia
Occupation: Art Teacher
University/College/Trade School:
Tyler School of Art (Temple U), VCU
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Married to Matt Tolley, 11 years. Four grown kids: Cristin married with three boys, 5, 3, and 1. Elliott married with his own gym, True Fitness and Nutrition, Nathan working overseas for a defense contractor. Stepdaughter Lilly working in Colorado.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Teaching art at the Hill School for 20+ years, department chair, President of the Virginia Art Education Association.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Um, how about those outfits?
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
You all are the sweetest, wonderful people and you have been since high school.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?:
Looking forward to seeing everyone, gray hair and all.
Mark Coupard
Name: Mark Coupard
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Falls Church, VA
Occupation: Architect & Builder
University/College/Trade School: Catholic University
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I’m happily married to my lovely wife Debbie & we have three beautiful kids. We live & work in my kids’ hometown of Falls Church, VA.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I’ve spent the years trying to get my head out of my ass & I’ve nearly achieved that goal. Life’s good, there’s lots of love in it.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: No Submission
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
Hi Sylvia.
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Falls Church, VA
Occupation: Architect & Builder
University/College/Trade School: Catholic University
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I’m happily married to my lovely wife Debbie & we have three beautiful kids. We live & work in my kids’ hometown of Falls Church, VA.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I’ve spent the years trying to get my head out of my ass & I’ve nearly achieved that goal. Life’s good, there’s lots of love in it.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: No Submission
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
Hi Sylvia.
David Burrelli
Name: David Burrelli
Current Location: Jeffersonton, VA
Occupation: Retired from the Library of Congress. Currently serving as a research consultant.
University/College/Trade School:
Univ. of MD (BA & MA), Univ. of Chicago (Ph.D.); and, National War College (MS).
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
My one and only daughter was married last Spring and began teaching this Sept.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: I am still active as a musician in theater pits in the area and have performed in over 130 productions over the years.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Yes, how about Jr. high? Mr. Brey is mad at us and tells us to start running and threatens to make us run for the rest of the year. Richard Bedard looks upset and I tell him “Don’t worry, it’s December we only have a couple of more weeks left in the year.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?: No Submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share? I did not graduate with the class but rather finished in the 11th grade. Thanks Richard for finding me and inviting me back.
Current Location: Jeffersonton, VA
Occupation: Retired from the Library of Congress. Currently serving as a research consultant.
University/College/Trade School:
Univ. of MD (BA & MA), Univ. of Chicago (Ph.D.); and, National War College (MS).
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
My one and only daughter was married last Spring and began teaching this Sept.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: I am still active as a musician in theater pits in the area and have performed in over 130 productions over the years.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Yes, how about Jr. high? Mr. Brey is mad at us and tells us to start running and threatens to make us run for the rest of the year. Richard Bedard looks upset and I tell him “Don’t worry, it’s December we only have a couple of more weeks left in the year.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?: No Submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share? I did not graduate with the class but rather finished in the 11th grade. Thanks Richard for finding me and inviting me back.
Charlie Holzberger
Name: Charlie Holzberger
Current Location (City, State or Country): Lexington Park, MD
Occupation: Retired Police Captain/Deputy Sheriff
University/College/Trade School:
MC/UMCP
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
My wife, Sheila, and I live on the western shore of the bay! We moved here after I “retired” in 2007 from the Rockville Police. We have one daughter, who married in 2014 and lives in Silver Spring.
My wife and I enjoy vacationing, especially cruises. We have gone on nearly 50 cruises in 34 years of marriage.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I have worked as a Police Officer for 36 years. I retired from the Rockville Police as a Captain in 2007 after starting my career as a University Police Officer in College Park. I have continued working as a Deputy Sheriff in St. Mary’s County, MD.. In January 2013, I was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. After surgery and 6 months of chemo, I am happy to report that I am in complete remission, working and cruising!
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Best memories- band trips, my Mustang, my first… well, covered that with band trips!
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?
To Rich: You are the best! One day out of the blue while I was going through chemo, you reached out to me after hearing about it from one of my former troops in Rockville. You offered support and encouragement to someone you hadn’t seen or spoken to in 37 years. I have lived since 2013 relying on three things; Faith, Family and Friends. You, my friend, are amazing!
Kim Hough Ferguson
Name: Kim Hough Ferguson
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Conneaut Lake, PA
Occupation: See Below
University/College/Trade School:
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I have been living in Conneaut Lake Pennsylvania since 1978.
I have been divorced, widowed and have been married for almost 16 years to Bryan. I had 2 sons (Jesse & Jake) during my first marriage and a daughter Paige. Jesse lives in GA. with his wife and youngest, his older girls live in FL with their mother. He just got out of the army after 14 years just started a job with the post office. Jake lives nearby and owns his own business (welding). Paige is an English teacher in Culpeper VA. Bryan has 3 daughters and they all live nearby. His middle daughter is married with 4 children. Yes I have 8 grandchildren (1 angel June was born & passed away last year).
Bryan is an HVAC & mechanic. I work part-time for a volunteer fire dept. We have bar/restaurant attached to pay for equipment. I do office work.
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Conneaut Lake, PA
Occupation: See Below
University/College/Trade School:
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I have been living in Conneaut Lake Pennsylvania since 1978.
I have been divorced, widowed and have been married for almost 16 years to Bryan. I had 2 sons (Jesse & Jake) during my first marriage and a daughter Paige. Jesse lives in GA. with his wife and youngest, his older girls live in FL with their mother. He just got out of the army after 14 years just started a job with the post office. Jake lives nearby and owns his own business (welding). Paige is an English teacher in Culpeper VA. Bryan has 3 daughters and they all live nearby. His middle daughter is married with 4 children. Yes I have 8 grandchildren (1 angel June was born & passed away last year).
Bryan is an HVAC & mechanic. I work part-time for a volunteer fire dept. We have bar/restaurant attached to pay for equipment. I do office work.
Silvia Heinrich
Name: Silvia Heinrich
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Vancouver, Canada
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Vancouver, Canada
Mickey Nolan
Name: Michael Nolan ("Mickey")
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Lubbock, TX
Occupation:
University/College/Trade School: University of non-existence with a major in American History courtesy of the History Channel
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I currently live in Lubbock Texas which is due south of Amarillo.
I live with my brother Bill and his wife Dr. Cathy Ronaghan whom I call Dr. Mom. They have 2 young daughters (Caitlin and Maggie) in college and one son (Jack) who is a senior in high school and we have 4 great dogs and 3 cats.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
It has been quite a journey since RMHS. Lately I have been going on real vacations to Alaska for a week then Ireland for a week and Jackson Hole Wyoming. I am now retired and working part-time for Enterprise Car Rental. I get to drive new cars all over West Texas north to Amarillo and south to Midland.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
The Last day of senior year was by far the most enjoyable. The Worst: the Day of the big fight end of sophomore year. Unforgettable: going to the USSR and visiting Helsinki and Moscow and Leningrad.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
To John Greene, Rick Parsons, Keith Kawana, and Bruce Ulrick: if you do not come to the 40th I’ll have to make an offer you cant refuse. My favorite movie line from The Godfather.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
Life is too short so every now and then stop and look around or it will pass you by.
Photo Below: Mickey with a 25lb Grouper caught of Clearwater, Florida
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Lubbock, TX
Occupation:
University/College/Trade School: University of non-existence with a major in American History courtesy of the History Channel
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I currently live in Lubbock Texas which is due south of Amarillo.
I live with my brother Bill and his wife Dr. Cathy Ronaghan whom I call Dr. Mom. They have 2 young daughters (Caitlin and Maggie) in college and one son (Jack) who is a senior in high school and we have 4 great dogs and 3 cats.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
It has been quite a journey since RMHS. Lately I have been going on real vacations to Alaska for a week then Ireland for a week and Jackson Hole Wyoming. I am now retired and working part-time for Enterprise Car Rental. I get to drive new cars all over West Texas north to Amarillo and south to Midland.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
The Last day of senior year was by far the most enjoyable. The Worst: the Day of the big fight end of sophomore year. Unforgettable: going to the USSR and visiting Helsinki and Moscow and Leningrad.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
To John Greene, Rick Parsons, Keith Kawana, and Bruce Ulrick: if you do not come to the 40th I’ll have to make an offer you cant refuse. My favorite movie line from The Godfather.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
Life is too short so every now and then stop and look around or it will pass you by.
Photo Below: Mickey with a 25lb Grouper caught of Clearwater, Florida
Heide Bekebrede
Name: Heidi Marie Bekebrede
Current Location (City, State or Country): Davis, CA
Occupation: Artist/Vocalist/Writer
University/College/Trade School:
UC Davis
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
My husband, George and I have one daughter, Lillian, we are all three artists. When she comes home for visits from her home in Italy, we love to work on projects together.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I have been singing, writing songs, making art and teaching art. I wrote the official song of Davis, CA and created a ceramic mural to illustrate the lyrics. I’m also the narrator of a mask and theatre duo called Voice of the Wood, we go around to elementary schools and present audience participatory assemblies.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
I did not go to RMHS. I went 7-9 grade to Julius West Junior High with many of you and then we moved across the freeway to the Dufeif development when it first opened up. My sisters and I then went to Wootton.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?
To everyone: I am so easy to find on social media because I never changed my unusual last name. Say Hi! I also go by “cuteware” (Cuteware®) which is a registered trademark for my ceramic pottery/sculpture.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
I really am hoping to come to the reunion.
I have been singing, writing songs, making art and teaching art. I wrote the official song of Davis, CA and created a ceramic mural to illustrate the lyrics. I’m also the narrator of a mask and theatre duo called Voice of the Wood, we go around to elementary schools and present audience participatory assemblies.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
I did not go to RMHS. I went 7-9 grade to Julius West Junior High with many of you and then we moved across the freeway to the Dufeif development when it first opened up. My sisters and I then went to Wootton.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?
To everyone: I am so easy to find on social media because I never changed my unusual last name. Say Hi! I also go by “cuteware” (Cuteware®) which is a registered trademark for my ceramic pottery/sculpture.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
I really am hoping to come to the reunion.
Rhona Alter
Name: Rhona Alter
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Perrysburg, Ohio
Occupation: CAD Technician
University/College/Trade School: University of Mississippi (BBA, MBA, JD); New York University (LL.M), Johnson County Junior College (AS) (in that order!)
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
The adventure began in 1994 with a wedding in St. Thomas to Jeffrey Abbas. Life got even more adventurous three years later with the birth of our twins, Eliana and Benjamin. The twins just finished their first year of college. Eliana is studying mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University where she sings in a student choral group, plays club soccer and is active in the Allies organization. Benjamin is at the University of Chicago, thinking prelaw. His interests are working out, girls, and singing with Voices in Your Head, an award-winning a cappella group. And the adventure continues....
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
The twins were born while we were living in middle of nowhere (Coudersport), Pennsylvania, and I left my job as a corporate attorney to become a full-time mom. Twelve years later we were in Leawood, Kansas, and I made a mid-life career change: I went back to school at the local junior college, got a degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, and began working at an engineering firm drafting drawings for railroad bridges. In the twins’ junior year, Jeff took a job in Ohio and I stayed in Kansas so the twins could finish high school. Once we got them off to college, I joined Jeff in Perrysburg, Ohio (outside Toledo). I love being just four hours from each of the kids’ colleges, so we can go hear them sing when their groups have concerts. We have a place on the Maumee River. I work from home for the same engineering company (Olsson Associates); when I take breaks from drafting, I get to watch the wildlife (deer, fox, wild turkey, eagles) in our backyard.
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Perrysburg, Ohio
Occupation: CAD Technician
University/College/Trade School: University of Mississippi (BBA, MBA, JD); New York University (LL.M), Johnson County Junior College (AS) (in that order!)
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
The adventure began in 1994 with a wedding in St. Thomas to Jeffrey Abbas. Life got even more adventurous three years later with the birth of our twins, Eliana and Benjamin. The twins just finished their first year of college. Eliana is studying mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University where she sings in a student choral group, plays club soccer and is active in the Allies organization. Benjamin is at the University of Chicago, thinking prelaw. His interests are working out, girls, and singing with Voices in Your Head, an award-winning a cappella group. And the adventure continues....
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
The twins were born while we were living in middle of nowhere (Coudersport), Pennsylvania, and I left my job as a corporate attorney to become a full-time mom. Twelve years later we were in Leawood, Kansas, and I made a mid-life career change: I went back to school at the local junior college, got a degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, and began working at an engineering firm drafting drawings for railroad bridges. In the twins’ junior year, Jeff took a job in Ohio and I stayed in Kansas so the twins could finish high school. Once we got them off to college, I joined Jeff in Perrysburg, Ohio (outside Toledo). I love being just four hours from each of the kids’ colleges, so we can go hear them sing when their groups have concerts. We have a place on the Maumee River. I work from home for the same engineering company (Olsson Associates); when I take breaks from drafting, I get to watch the wildlife (deer, fox, wild turkey, eagles) in our backyard.
Rich Peterson
Name: Richard "Bedard" Peterson
Current Location (City, State, or Country): Silver Spring, MD
Occupation: Businessman
University/College/Trade School: Ohio University
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Legally and happily married to James. The kids are two felines (Age 11+ and 16+) named Lucy and Ricky and we are their, "Staff."
James and I have been together for over 11 years. "The Supremes" declared us constitutional June 26, 2013 and not only is it "Finally Law," but, I took his name, as well. No more identity theft, here. :-)
James has done his part by working at the NIH (National Institutes for Health) for over 20 years and continues to support medical research to ensure the public health of the nation. As for me, I'm still in the Executive Search biz -- Recruitcom.com. If you really want to see the resume, check me out on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardnpeterson
If nothing else, read the recommendations under my profile and you will see what all the client companies and candidates are saying about my skills, knowledge and experience. All of them posted no more than 2 years ago, as I always purge the old content. If you're real bored, and you must be bored to read it, go to www.richardnpeterson.com. :-)
More than you could ever want to know and it addresses the, "Bragging…"
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Traveled to 6 out of 7 Continents. And, most places folks cannot find on a Map. The most unusual? Who goes to Lome, Togo, West Africa for vacation? I do!
We were recently in Cuba last year. Long before Obama.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Sharing Homecoming with my "Queen" Kym Wilson and my "Date" Missy Veronis.
Missy and I danced the night away. Just like Leo Sayer, "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing!" Except, when we were "Bumping" she yelled across the dance floor, "Rich, Can You Give Me Some Ass!" Too Much Hip Action. :-)
And, of course, I was 90 lbs.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
What we think, we become! If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
As I said at the 40th at La Ferme, I have only one regret in my life and you may have heard me say it before:
It was May 1st, 1975 when I stupidly said:
"Vote for me and I promise you the best Reunions ever!"
Looks like youse guys got the last laugh.
It's Been Fun--I Think!
James and I wish each & every one of you a safe and adventurous journey in the next chapter of your lives.
Travel happily and carefully.
Richard "Bedard" Peterson
Email: [email protected]
Photos Below:
(1) Donna Windrow and Rich at Prom--Junior Year. (I think!)
(2) Missy Veronis and Rich on Graduation Day, June 10, 1976.
Current Location (City, State, or Country): Silver Spring, MD
Occupation: Businessman
University/College/Trade School: Ohio University
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Legally and happily married to James. The kids are two felines (Age 11+ and 16+) named Lucy and Ricky and we are their, "Staff."
James and I have been together for over 11 years. "The Supremes" declared us constitutional June 26, 2013 and not only is it "Finally Law," but, I took his name, as well. No more identity theft, here. :-)
James has done his part by working at the NIH (National Institutes for Health) for over 20 years and continues to support medical research to ensure the public health of the nation. As for me, I'm still in the Executive Search biz -- Recruitcom.com. If you really want to see the resume, check me out on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardnpeterson
If nothing else, read the recommendations under my profile and you will see what all the client companies and candidates are saying about my skills, knowledge and experience. All of them posted no more than 2 years ago, as I always purge the old content. If you're real bored, and you must be bored to read it, go to www.richardnpeterson.com. :-)
More than you could ever want to know and it addresses the, "Bragging…"
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Traveled to 6 out of 7 Continents. And, most places folks cannot find on a Map. The most unusual? Who goes to Lome, Togo, West Africa for vacation? I do!
We were recently in Cuba last year. Long before Obama.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Sharing Homecoming with my "Queen" Kym Wilson and my "Date" Missy Veronis.
Missy and I danced the night away. Just like Leo Sayer, "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing!" Except, when we were "Bumping" she yelled across the dance floor, "Rich, Can You Give Me Some Ass!" Too Much Hip Action. :-)
And, of course, I was 90 lbs.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
What we think, we become! If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
As I said at the 40th at La Ferme, I have only one regret in my life and you may have heard me say it before:
It was May 1st, 1975 when I stupidly said:
"Vote for me and I promise you the best Reunions ever!"
Looks like youse guys got the last laugh.
It's Been Fun--I Think!
James and I wish each & every one of you a safe and adventurous journey in the next chapter of your lives.
Travel happily and carefully.
Richard "Bedard" Peterson
Email: [email protected]
Photos Below:
(1) Donna Windrow and Rich at Prom--Junior Year. (I think!)
(2) Missy Veronis and Rich on Graduation Day, June 10, 1976.
Cindy Havranek Walters
Name: Lucinda (Cindy) Havranek-Walters
Current Location: Acme, PA
1.) Tell Us About Your Family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Husband: Kenneth (Kenny) Walters, married for 21 years
Dog: Brandy, 10 years old
2.) Anything else you'd like to share?: We moved in 2006 to our dream home in Pennsylvania.
Current Location: Acme, PA
1.) Tell Us About Your Family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Husband: Kenneth (Kenny) Walters, married for 21 years
Dog: Brandy, 10 years old
2.) Anything else you'd like to share?: We moved in 2006 to our dream home in Pennsylvania.
Natalie Keller
Name: Natalie Keller
Current Location (City, State or Country): Hull, MA
Occupation: Retired
University/College/Trade School:
UD - BA, biology/geography (environmental studies)
Yale - MES, environmental policy and management
Harvard - MS, environmental health
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I am a great aunt!
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I moved to a small beach town near Boston. I live right on the water.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Best – gymnastics, swimming and track. And, math! Where would I be without math?
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
I wish you all the best!
Bruce Whistler
Name: Bruce Whistler
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Rockville, MD
Occupation: Scientific Programmer
University/College/Trade School:
B.S. University of Maryland College Park: Mathematics
M.S. University of Maryland College Park: Atmospheric Science
M.S. Johns Hopkins University :
Computer Science
Other schools: Montgomery College,
Columbia University City of New York
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Still working on that………………….
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I only went to Julius West… I was living in Indonesia during my high school years. I have been mostly going to school, working as a programmer in the DC area, and taking care of my 93 year old father.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Junior high school memories-
Ze worst: the time Mark Sokalski shot a paperclip from a rubber band at me in Mr. Storey’s 8th grade science class. Boy did that burn! The time when Chris Kaiser told me I looked like Hitler.
Ze worst: in 7th grade, when Mrs. Susman, the English teacher, would sit on a stool facing the class and then turn her head toward the blackboard and then back again and again to imitate kids talking in class. I truly think she wanted to be one.
Ze best: in 8th grade,when Mr. Barnes, the art teacher, allowed me to stay an extra semester in one of his classes to make pottery and do other art work I enjoyed.
Ze best: in 8th grade, when Mrs. Render would give us a ride home after school after grading our 7th period Algebra I tests.
Ze best: when I first realized there was someone else who thought the name calling and cheap laughs had gone too far at the end of 8th grade. Thank you Kathy Cho wherever you are!
Ze unforgettable: when Bozie (not Bootsie-she was nice) ( he must have been in 9th grade-remember the jacket with BOZIE on the back) took a swing at Greg Wolfe in the hallway (drew blood on his lip) for not producing a quarter. Later I was asked, as a witness to the incident, if I knew who did it, and I replied that I didn’t know. Not a proud moment!
Ze unforgettable: bell ringing for lunch and kids running down the hallway slamming lockers trying to be the first one in line at the cafeteria (Come on man, let me cut in front of you!)
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
Depends who it is………..hello!
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
Ze crushes: Beth Masonson, Lee Corydon, Cindy Green. They didn’t even know me, except for Beth who I ran into this past summer in Rockville.
Bonnie Fotheringham Keppel
Name: Bonnie (Fotheringham) Keppel
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Bridgewater, VA
Occupation: Learning & Organizational Development Manager
University/College/Trade School: James Madison University
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I have two adult children. Elizabeth is 24. She completed her BA and MA at the College of William & Mary. She now works at UF in Gainesville in Fundraising. My Son Jonathan is 22. He’s a Senior at James Madison University. He’s majoring in Economics, Basketball and Greek Life.
My mother is in a living in a retirement community on the Patuxent River in Solomon’s, Maryland. My brother lives in Hickory, North Carolina.
I was married for 13 years and have been divorced since 2002.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
I’ve been raising my children, working, doing community service and travelling. I’ve recently begun graduate school and I’m loving learning again.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
I was blessed with many great friends at RMHS. My family went through a difficult time and I’m not sure I would have made it without Silvia, Becky and Scott. I miss them dearly. I also am grateful for my many other friends to encouraged and supported me. If I had the chance to do High School over I would focus more on learning and I’d take all of my wonderful classmates with me. I remember football games, school dances, working in the school store and several classmates locking a boring Psychology teacher in a closest. That was probably at Julius West. You know who you are.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
I thank the many classmates who were kind and who made our days fun. Many of your names come to mind, but I ‘don’t want to mention names for fear of leaving someone out. Rich, thanks for all of the work you’be put into coordinating the reunion.
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
I’ll be moving to Williamsburg to take an HR Director position at a hospital there.
Stephanie Billon
Name: Stephanie Billon
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Newark, DE
Occupation: Semi-retired
University/College/Trade School:
Montgomery College 1976-1977, UNLV – graduated w a degree in Animal Biology; San Diego State – graduated with a master’s in Zoology 1984
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I have one daughter who just graduated from University of Delaware with a degree in Accounting and a degree in Finance. She’s moved to Hoboken, NJ and will start work for Pricewaterhouse Cooper as an auditor in August. Very proud of her! She has been studying for the CPA exam & has passed 2 of the 4 tests she has taken so far. She has the family dog with her, and lives a few blocks from her boyfriend of two years.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Saw folks last year – had a good time at the reunion. Got to enjoy spending time with my daughter. I am waiting for the right house to come up for sale in Williamsburg, VA.
Photo Below: Hiking the Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh, Scotland, Sept 2014
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Newark, DE
Occupation: Semi-retired
University/College/Trade School:
Montgomery College 1976-1977, UNLV – graduated w a degree in Animal Biology; San Diego State – graduated with a master’s in Zoology 1984
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
I have one daughter who just graduated from University of Delaware with a degree in Accounting and a degree in Finance. She’s moved to Hoboken, NJ and will start work for Pricewaterhouse Cooper as an auditor in August. Very proud of her! She has been studying for the CPA exam & has passed 2 of the 4 tests she has taken so far. She has the family dog with her, and lives a few blocks from her boyfriend of two years.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Saw folks last year – had a good time at the reunion. Got to enjoy spending time with my daughter. I am waiting for the right house to come up for sale in Williamsburg, VA.
Photo Below: Hiking the Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh, Scotland, Sept 2014
Pat Nolan
Name: Pat Nolan
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Dallas, Texas
Occupation: Nolan Management Co. Inc.
University/College/Trade School: U of MD.
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Two Daughters, Lauren 22, Kate 18. Lauren graduated Summa Cum Laude and is applying to grad schools for PA (Physician's Assistant) programs. Kate graduated HS this year and is choosing between colleges now.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Denying I am as old as I am by competing in ½ marathons and long distance bike time trials. Running my company. Trying to be a good Dad to two ‘Dad, we know, we know, stop with the lessons’ daughters.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Being on the wrestling team and football teams – mediocre player at best, but made good friends. (Damage I did to my neck resulted in spinal fusion surgery 30 years later)
Shooting Mike Calantonio in the leg by accident (With a Pellet Rifle! Way better than an "AR-15."). He was so mad – I never ran so fast when he came after me! Forgive me Mike?
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
“Steve Cockley, where in the heck are you? You played a major part in my HS life but we fell out of touch.”
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
HS was not a pleasant time for me. I was full of insecurities and lacked self confidence. “Wish I knew then what I know now”
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Dallas, Texas
Occupation: Nolan Management Co. Inc.
University/College/Trade School: U of MD.
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Two Daughters, Lauren 22, Kate 18. Lauren graduated Summa Cum Laude and is applying to grad schools for PA (Physician's Assistant) programs. Kate graduated HS this year and is choosing between colleges now.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Denying I am as old as I am by competing in ½ marathons and long distance bike time trials. Running my company. Trying to be a good Dad to two ‘Dad, we know, we know, stop with the lessons’ daughters.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Being on the wrestling team and football teams – mediocre player at best, but made good friends. (Damage I did to my neck resulted in spinal fusion surgery 30 years later)
Shooting Mike Calantonio in the leg by accident (With a Pellet Rifle! Way better than an "AR-15."). He was so mad – I never ran so fast when he came after me! Forgive me Mike?
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
“Steve Cockley, where in the heck are you? You played a major part in my HS life but we fell out of touch.”
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
HS was not a pleasant time for me. I was full of insecurities and lacked self confidence. “Wish I knew then what I know now”
Susan D'Amore
Name: Susan (D'Amore) Murphy
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Frederick, MD
Occupation: Historic Home Remodeler
University/College/Trade School: Some MC, FCC, Carpentry School
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Married to Don Murphy for 32 years... two children (Brad 33; Jessie would be 31 - www.jessicamurphy.com)
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Trying to live well through all of life's ups and downs....
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Best: Track practice when we would hitchhike to McD's, eat fries, and then jog back to RM - the only ones who were fatter when we got back than when we left!
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
No submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
I love that I still count among my best friends some of those I went to RMHS with! Picture attached is from a couple years ago traveling to SC to visit with Tina (Bozzonetti) O'Connor; Kathie (Elefson) Hawkins and Janet (Trainor) Byrne!
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Frederick, MD
Occupation: Historic Home Remodeler
University/College/Trade School: Some MC, FCC, Carpentry School
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Married to Don Murphy for 32 years... two children (Brad 33; Jessie would be 31 - www.jessicamurphy.com)
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?:
Trying to live well through all of life's ups and downs....
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!:
Best: Track practice when we would hitchhike to McD's, eat fries, and then jog back to RM - the only ones who were fatter when we got back than when we left!
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
No submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
I love that I still count among my best friends some of those I went to RMHS with! Picture attached is from a couple years ago traveling to SC to visit with Tina (Bozzonetti) O'Connor; Kathie (Elefson) Hawkins and Janet (Trainor) Byrne!
Lisa Carvallo
Name: Lisa Beaudoin Carvallo
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Cambridge, Maryland
Occupation: Retired, but doing adjunct online teaching for Morgan State University’s Community College Leadership Doctoral Program – love those online courses!
University/College/Trade School:
Montgomery College; George Mason University (Biology); Johns Hopkins University (MBA); Morgan State University (Ed.D.)
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Husband of 26 years: Miguel. Three stepchildren, 8 grandchildren
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: Enjoying life! Retired in 2013 after 34 years at Montgomery College. We moved to Cambridge (Groove City), Maryland, right near Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, where we are able to go birding as often as we want! Trying to get back into my art – oil painting, jewelry making, watercolors mostly, but until I get a real studio that can get messy, I guess my kitchen will have to suffice. Also enjoying the many activities that Cambridge has to offer – a vibrant arts community, entertainment district, and country people who wave to us whenever we drive by! I do miss the diversity that we enjoyed at RM...
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Since I hardly ever went to school (ha-ha) the best memories are of skipping school, driving around in my old ’57 Chevy station wagon, and of partying! Unforgettable: Being able to smoke on school property (as a lifelong educator, I have seen so many changes – and no I don’t still smoke!!!!) The worst: Getting caught!
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
Life as a teenager was not much fun. Now that we are older and wiser, take time to smell the roses. And remember that life is too short to drink cheap wine!
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Cambridge, Maryland
Occupation: Retired, but doing adjunct online teaching for Morgan State University’s Community College Leadership Doctoral Program – love those online courses!
University/College/Trade School:
Montgomery College; George Mason University (Biology); Johns Hopkins University (MBA); Morgan State University (Ed.D.)
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Husband of 26 years: Miguel. Three stepchildren, 8 grandchildren
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: Enjoying life! Retired in 2013 after 34 years at Montgomery College. We moved to Cambridge (Groove City), Maryland, right near Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, where we are able to go birding as often as we want! Trying to get back into my art – oil painting, jewelry making, watercolors mostly, but until I get a real studio that can get messy, I guess my kitchen will have to suffice. Also enjoying the many activities that Cambridge has to offer – a vibrant arts community, entertainment district, and country people who wave to us whenever we drive by! I do miss the diversity that we enjoyed at RM...
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Since I hardly ever went to school (ha-ha) the best memories are of skipping school, driving around in my old ’57 Chevy station wagon, and of partying! Unforgettable: Being able to smoke on school property (as a lifelong educator, I have seen so many changes – and no I don’t still smoke!!!!) The worst: Getting caught!
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
Life as a teenager was not much fun. Now that we are older and wiser, take time to smell the roses. And remember that life is too short to drink cheap wine!
Nancy Fehr Strutzenberg
Name: Nancy (Fehr) Strutzenberg
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Ankeny, Iowa
Occupation: Development Specialist (fundraiser)
University/College/Trade School:
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Married to Doug for 32 years. We have one grown son - Pete who is a chemical engineer in Minneapolis.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: Moved all over the country before settling in Iowa 18 years ago. Worked for Drake University for 10 years before my current job at Goodwill of Central Iowa headquarters. Still travelling the world and singing with a quartet and chorus.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Best memory is meeting lifelong friends.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
No Submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
So sorry I had to miss the 40th fun. I was on stage that evening and couldn't change the schedule. Looks like everyone had fun!!
Current Location(City, State Or Country): Ankeny, Iowa
Occupation: Development Specialist (fundraiser)
University/College/Trade School:
1.) Tell us about your family! Here's where the bragging begins...:
Married to Doug for 32 years. We have one grown son - Pete who is a chemical engineer in Minneapolis.
2.) What have you been up to since you last saw the RMHS gang?: Moved all over the country before settling in Iowa 18 years ago. Worked for Drake University for 10 years before my current job at Goodwill of Central Iowa headquarters. Still travelling the world and singing with a quartet and chorus.
3.) Care to share some high school memories? Give us the best, the worst, the unforgettable... your call!: Best memory is meeting lifelong friends.
4.) If you could send a message to another classmate, what would you say?:
No Submission
5.) Anything else you'd like to share?
So sorry I had to miss the 40th fun. I was on stage that evening and couldn't change the schedule. Looks like everyone had fun!!
