The Lape family lived on Marion Street, one block south of my street (Cleveland). This family took in so many homeless children, foster children and adopted several plus had a few of their own. When I would out grow my clothes I was told to deliever them to The Lape Family. There were so many children that were blessed with nuriousment & housing in the 1950's and early 60's by the Lape family. I always wondered what the total was? Betty & I went all through school together. We only saw each other one time since we graduated and that was when I attended her brothers funeral. My sympathies to her family. - Judi
It is sad that another one of our SHS classmates have passed on. I knew Betty starting from the seventh
grade. We attended James Hillman, Jr. High School. She and I liked each other and were
a "boyfriend and girlfriend." I would walk her to her home and hold hands with her. So many years since
those days. I believe we did kiss too. Coming from Grant Grade School to the seventh grade was truly
a change, for we had to attend a home room, change classes, get books out of our lockers and eat lunch
in the cafeteria. I must say that the seventh grade was one of the worst experiences I had in junior high.
Rightfully, I should have been put back, for I was very immature; however, if I had been put back, I
would not have be a part of the "SHS Class of 64." The eighth grade was a great year!
Betty's parents invited me to attend the Canfield, Ohio Fair. There I took part in setting up
milk bottles; patrons would pay to knock them down for a prize. It was a long day.
I don't remember having any money to eat any fair food. I never will forget what I chanted
"Three in you win, come on in." Betty's family hard "heart" by taking in foster children as well
as having their own biological children. It was nice to hear about donations of clothing that
came to their home.
When I was growing up I appreciated donations made on my behalf. In those days, I received
tailor-made dress pants as donations because my parents could not affort to buy them. In those days stretching the dollars for each child was tough for some families. My mother had to go out and work
because my dad's upholstering business did not always have business. I am glad that I had
the opportunity to make money on the side for myself.
When it came to church camp, I believe it cost $20.00 or $30.00 to go. I felt that was a lot
for my parents to pay so I did not ask to go. I did go one year to camp. My senior year my mother paid for class pictures, but I bought my own class ring. I believe the ring cost $23.00. In June of 1989, I had a government move to a new home.
In that move only about 10 miles from one residence to another, the movers robbed us, taking jewlery and my class ring. Of course denial occured and we claimed the loss on our insurance, but
this would not help with my ring. I realize that that ring is a symbol and a memory, but I did
value it very much.
I wonder if Betty had children?
I liked Betty Lou Lape and sincerely hope she had a good life. Betty will not be in any pain and she will not have to hear about all the less positive negative news that plagues all of us. What was the cause and date of her death? Also, what was her last name in the obituary? Was the obituary announcement in the Youngstown, Vindicator?
I believe in the hereafter and our Heavenly Father wants all of us to be with him. It will be nice one
day to re-visit with Betty. " Rest in Peace," dear Betty.
In closing I wish all my SHS classmates a Happy New Year. Currently I only use email, not Facebook, but
I am going to start using Facebook. Today is my 49th wedding anniversary. Next year the 50th. I
pray that this will occur. We haven't been back to Maui, Hi since 2014. We stayed three weeks
then and if we go next year, I would like to stay a month and then visit our daughter in Los
Angeles, CA, our son in Austin, TX and another daughter in Clearwater, FL. We had a three day
honeymoon in San Diego in 1968 and would also enjoy visiting there too. I can clearly remember
that wonderful three days. As we get older we can not remember the simple things like our friends
names, but I am glad I can remember the past. Keep a journal and pass it on to your children.
I do a lot of voluneering and work with church families, so retirement is busy. Turning 71 last September
was a milestone. Both Kathleen (Kate) both suffer with back ailments and our unwanted friend, Mr. & Mrs.. Arthritis likes to visit us. Who invited them, not us?
I continue to listen to Jazz and other music and enjoy reading when I can. I enjoy old movies and modern movies that are not offensive.
I'll close now - so, stay well, be happy, and be good to people you come in contact
with and pray for America to be strong again. Give good advice to youth and advise them to
find a "profession" that they will throughly enjoy going to work everyday. If you hate your profession,
you will not be happy.
Judi Nussbaumer (Hanna)
The Lape family lived on Marion Street, one block south of my street (Cleveland). This family took in so many homeless children, foster children and adopted several plus had a few of their own. When I would out grow my clothes I was told to deliever them to The Lape Family. There were so many children that were blessed with nuriousment & housing in the 1950's and early 60's by the Lape family. I always wondered what the total was? Betty & I went all through school together. We only saw each other one time since we graduated and that was when I attended her brothers funeral. My sympathies to her family. - Judi
Dave Edmondson
It is sad that another one of our SHS classmates have passed on. I knew Betty starting from the seventh
grade. We attended James Hillman, Jr. High School. She and I liked each other and were
a "boyfriend and girlfriend." I would walk her to her home and hold hands with her. So many years since
those days. I believe we did kiss too. Coming from Grant Grade School to the seventh grade was truly
a change, for we had to attend a home room, change classes, get books out of our lockers and eat lunch
in the cafeteria. I must say that the seventh grade was one of the worst experiences I had in junior high.
Rightfully, I should have been put back, for I was very immature; however, if I had been put back, I
would not have be a part of the "SHS Class of 64." The eighth grade was a great year!
Betty's parents invited me to attend the Canfield, Ohio Fair. There I took part in setting up
milk bottles; patrons would pay to knock them down for a prize. It was a long day.
I don't remember having any money to eat any fair food. I never will forget what I chanted
"Three in you win, come on in." Betty's family hard "heart" by taking in foster children as well
as having their own biological children. It was nice to hear about donations of clothing that
came to their home.
When I was growing up I appreciated donations made on my behalf. In those days, I received
tailor-made dress pants as donations because my parents could not affort to buy them. In those days stretching the dollars for each child was tough for some families. My mother had to go out and work
because my dad's upholstering business did not always have business. I am glad that I had
the opportunity to make money on the side for myself.
When it came to church camp, I believe it cost $20.00 or $30.00 to go. I felt that was a lot
for my parents to pay so I did not ask to go. I did go one year to camp. My senior year my mother paid for class pictures, but I bought my own class ring. I believe the ring cost $23.00. In June of 1989, I had a government move to a new home.
In that move only about 10 miles from one residence to another, the movers robbed us, taking jewlery and my class ring. Of course denial occured and we claimed the loss on our insurance, but
this would not help with my ring. I realize that that ring is a symbol and a memory, but I did
value it very much.
I wonder if Betty had children?
I liked Betty Lou Lape and sincerely hope she had a good life. Betty will not be in any pain and she will not have to hear about all the less positive negative news that plagues all of us. What was the cause and date of her death? Also, what was her last name in the obituary? Was the obituary announcement in the Youngstown, Vindicator?
I believe in the hereafter and our Heavenly Father wants all of us to be with him. It will be nice one
day to re-visit with Betty. " Rest in Peace," dear Betty.
In closing I wish all my SHS classmates a Happy New Year. Currently I only use email, not Facebook, but
I am going to start using Facebook. Today is my 49th wedding anniversary. Next year the 50th. I
pray that this will occur. We haven't been back to Maui, Hi since 2014. We stayed three weeks
then and if we go next year, I would like to stay a month and then visit our daughter in Los
Angeles, CA, our son in Austin, TX and another daughter in Clearwater, FL. We had a three day
honeymoon in San Diego in 1968 and would also enjoy visiting there too. I can clearly remember
that wonderful three days. As we get older we can not remember the simple things like our friends
names, but I am glad I can remember the past. Keep a journal and pass it on to your children.
I do a lot of voluneering and work with church families, so retirement is busy. Turning 71 last September
was a milestone. Both Kathleen (Kate) both suffer with back ailments and our unwanted friend, Mr. & Mrs.. Arthritis likes to visit us. Who invited them, not us?
I continue to listen to Jazz and other music and enjoy reading when I can. I enjoy old movies and modern movies that are not offensive.
I'll close now - so, stay well, be happy, and be good to people you come in contact
with and pray for America to be strong again. Give good advice to youth and advise them to
find a "profession" that they will throughly enjoy going to work everyday. If you hate your profession,
you will not be happy.
David C. Edmondson, aka "Smooth"