Gayle Johnson (DeLoss)

Today I received a note from Lianne Rogers Selzer with a check for the reunion scheduled for June.  I just wanted to cry.  She was the first to respond to the reunion posting and that is so like her.  Lianne has always been the Pep in our Pep Club.  She made everything she touched fun!  And I know that she has been so deeply affected by Larry Johnson's passing.  He was the party organizer. 

Sometimes there is just no answers for saddness.  I am so thankful to have the bright memories of class members who didn't hesitate to enjoy their time with us.  Remember the smiles and the laughter! 

Gayle

Virginia ("Gina") Folsom

I don't get on this message board much - actually not at all until now!  Am I really the first one to be posting something this day (8/15/2017) when the last post was back in 2009?  Or is it just that I am so tech un-savvy that I missed everything else?

I am looking forward to our 50th next summer!  What were we all doing this day 50 years ago?  Enjoying our last summer before our senior year?   I was lifeguarding at the Spencer Municipal Swimming Pool (RIP).

I hope to see everyone next summer.  We have come to the age where we should not take anything for granted!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHRIS ENGER!

~Gina

Danny Dandy

Plan to try and make 50th........God has blessed me with great health and a great life. If I could just find the right woman for the second half of life.....LOL! Hope everyone reading this is well! Put a new photo taken a short time ago.......love hiking Red Rock Canyon here!

Jane Ann Rutter (Stout)

Penn - Thanks for sending the Reunion dates out early.  Looking forward to visiting with everyone  in August 2018 and reading updates on the forum! 

Your note reminded me to go through my HS scrapbook - and to add some photos to my page of things you might enjoy seeing, or not! Enjoy...

JaneAnn

Cindy Koenck

Cindy Koenck

Bobbi Arendt (Seymour)

I am looking forward to seeing everyone but I'm sure most of you don't remember me, after all 50 years does a job on our brains! The years go by so fast it just doen't seem possible that 50 years ago we were finally graduateing. I'm sure we all look the same :} See you all next year!

Jon Schneckloth

It has come to my attention that one of our classmates has recently been honored in his current town for over 21 years of meritorious military service.    Jerrry Bjornstad is one of our own Class of '68 and North School grad.   (Yeah   North Schoolers!!!)  Lt. Col. U.S. Air Force Jerry was honored by being named a Distinguished Veteran in Lowell, Oregon and was chosen based on his service around the world!!!    Of course, it doesn't hurt to be handsome and courageous and humble and one heck of a nice guy from Spencer!     Check out his story at:

  http://democratherald.com/news/distinguished-veteran-jerry-bjornstad-served-around-the-world/article_3fc57539-04c7-592e-9a...........

Gayle Johnson (DeLoss)

Thank you very much for sharing this information with us, Jon.  We all are proud of the accomplishments of our class members.  Congratulations, Jerry Bjornstad!  The Class of 1968 is so proud of you!

Virginia ("Gina") Folsom

Yes, a belated congratulations from me, as well!  (Were you knighted by our president?)

Hope you are coming to our 50th Reunion!

Penny Beams (Schuchhardt)

Hello, Everyone,

March 1st was the deadline for responses regarding our 50th class reunion.  It is important to get a realistic idea of how many people will be attending and which events people want to attend.  This will determine the cost per person and per event for the reunion.  As of today, we have about 40 responses.  If you are planning on attending the reunion in August and have not returned your response, please do so right away.  Thank you.

Bobbi Arendt (Seymour)

To all of you who has had a Birthday sense I joined I wish you all Many Happy Birthday's!! I'm looking forward to seeing all of you who attend attend  the reunion, my two daughters will attend with me, they have always wanted to see the town they were born in so I figured this was a perfect time.

It's so hard to believe that it has been this long, life is so fast and furious, but what a ride it has been!! Two kids , eight grandkids later and still going strong, hoping for many more!! See you all soon!

Gayle Johnson (DeLoss)

I am currently on a workcation in the Mojave Desert.  Located on Route 66 in Barstow, CA.  Our host is Ty DeLoss, the coolest cat around and the original Fonz.  Driving the 66 loop here is like returning to our glory days in the 60's.  Fosters Freeze is across the street and it is the all American malt shop/burger place.  Classic cars replicated and on display and it seems like a Chevy heaven.  There are some Fords too.  The weather is much more enjoyable than our current Iowa weather.  Highs have been in the low 80's and the nights are cool.  Vegetation is blooming and spring flowers can be found numerous places.  This scene reminds me of Toby Shine's Classic Car Museum on Highway 86 at the Lakes.  But it is nice to be out in the elements here.  The summer months would be unbearably hot for me.  Since Ty is 11 years older than Vaughn, this has been a winter destination for many years.  All this brings me to the realization that SHS Class of 68 will be celebrating our 50th reunion in August.  What an opportunity to revisit favorite memories while we are healthy enough to move and think for ourselves.  Let's share some history and share what makes our lives special today.  Looking forward to a great reunion!

Jane Ann Rutter (Stout)

50 years ago, we were getting ready for the Sunday Evening Bacalaureate Service at the High School Fieldhouse, 8:00 PM - June 2, 1968.  Monday - June 3, 1968 - 8:00 PM Senior Class Night at the High School Fieldhouse. Wednesday - Eighty-Second Annual Commencement at Spencer High School.

Mr. Tschirki had sent us a special bulletin in April, telling us when and where to show up and how to dress.  We were to "acknowledge (his instructions) in every way."  We were not to chew gum. Boys were told not to wear coats under the gowns; girls were encourage to "wear white clothes under the gowns...as even pastels would show through."  Also, we were not to wear dresses with full skirts. Hats were to be worn straight and well down on the forehead. "DIGNITY SHOULD PREVAIL IN EVERY WAY."

Have been enjoying reading updates and looking forward to seeing everyone at our 50th reunion!

JA

Penny Beams (Schuchhardt)

REUNION INFORMATION FOR THIS WEEKEND:

Friday, August 3rd:

7 PM till closing at the The Bear here in Spencer.   Appetizers will be furnished and there will be a cash bar.

Saturday, August 4th:

10 AM tour of Spencer High School

3 PM tours of Toby Shine's Classic Car Museum ... tours are done in groups of 20

5 PM boat ride around the lake.  The boat (Miss Chievous) is at the docks of Okoboji Boats (West Okoboji).  The ride will be very special, so everyone should have a great time.

7 PM at The Farmhouse in Spirit Lake for a casual meal, music, and lots of fun.

Jane Ann Rutter (Stout)

Dear classmates, thank you all who were able to attend, making this a great reunion.  Special thanks to the committee members for pulling us together and organizing the event.  Lots of good memories.  A question on how/where to purchase a class photo taken at the Bear?

Thanks,

JA

Nancy Hansen (Hanson)

Jane Ann,

I will be posting pictures on the site as soon as I meet with the photographer.  Hoping it will be soon so keep watching.  thanks.

Jon Schneckloth

To all 1968 SHS classmates,

Thank you to all the classmates who travelled near and far to attend our 50th reunion.  It was truly a beautiful time together and enjoyed by all.  Hated to see it end, but can look forward to the 55th!!!   Here's hoping those who didn't make it this year, will join us  in 5 years .  Stay healthy.

Jon

Gayle Johnson (DeLoss)

I agree, Jon.  Our 50th reunion was a wonderful event filled with smiles and hugs.  You take care too, Jon.  We will be wanting your entertaining sense of humor in 5 years😄!

Vicki Rosa (Seversen)

All Classmates, 

What a fun, wonderful time we all shared! It was fun to do different activities! I can't tell you how full my heart is from all your hugs, laughs, visits, and just being together! I wish more Spencer residents would come and sure hope to see a good turn out in 5 years!!  I loved being a Spencer Tiger one more time!! Love to each of you and thank you so much for coming "home" to celebrate the great class of Spencer High School 1968!!!

Love ya, Vicki Rosa Seversen

Beth Shaffer (Kimmerling-Dumler)

Bobbi Arendt (Seymour)

I have to admit I was somewhat hestitant to come back for many reasons but I am very thankful that I did. It was nice to take a small trip into the past, specially when some of the memories weren"t so nice but the nice ones came flowing to the front of my memory. Thanks to the people that made me feel very welcome, I very much appreicate all the kindness. I also thank everyone for making it fun for my daughters, they also had a great time. A big thanks to all the people that worked on the team that put it all together and the two that went alittle above to make sure that the rest of us had a good time, I"m here to say you did your job WELL!!! I hope each and everyone of you are very BLESSED in the next five years and beyond so we can have another opportunity to reconnect at the next one. It really was a blast from from the past!!!

Jane Johanson

I told one of our classmates that it was worth every mile, coming home and returning to Montana. Thank you to all who made this such a memorable weekend. I am filled with warn, fun memories. Love to all, Jane Johanson

Penny Beams (Schuchhardt)

Hello, Everyone,  Just want to let you know that Jon Schneckloth has had a stroke.  He is in St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester Minnesota.  His wife and son are with him.  He needs to rest and is in ICU.  I will post more information as I get it.  Please keep Jon in your thoughts and prayers.  Pen

Vicki Rosa (Seversen)

Happy Birthday, dear friend!! This is for Marjie Mahrt Lockmiller. I couldn't

figure out how to put on her profile
Hope all is well for you, Rick and your family! How is your dog doing? We have a little house dog that rules us. He is 13 now and we love him so much!!
Have a great Birthday and coming year. I find that I can no longer sleep in because my body hurts too much to just lay there. I am so fat that you wouldn't know me. Where oh where! did Vicki go? Still so blessed by my family. My dear mom turned 98 this Feb 16th. She is doing well and as sharp as a tack. She is a joy to all of us!! I will be with her today and she will remember you and how we made cinnamon rolls! Lots of wonderful memories of our time together!! Love those wonderful, carefree days!!
Vicki