Monthly Newsletter
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North High School Akron Ohio Classes of 1921 - 2016 |
"December Monthly Newletter"
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Help Keep the Alumni Memorial Page Updated
If you know of the passing of a classmate or notice any incorrect information on the North High Memorial Page, please help us by sharing details.
Provide as much information as possible: Name, Date, Class, and a link to the obituary (if available).
Send updates to:
Cathy Lynn Grissett Adamov, Memorial Administrator. Class 1979
William Gilcrist Memorial, Monthly Newsletter. Class 1974
William Gilcrist Site Administrator and Creator, Class 1974
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Stay Connected; Keep the Newsletter Going Strong!
Everyone’s been sharing how much they enjoy reconnecting through our newsletter. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate memories, honor classmates, and share life updates.
Invite your fellow alumni to register so we can keep building these meaningful connections!
But we need your help too!
We’re looking for:
- Class updates
- Obituaries
- Fun stories
- Upcoming events
Submit Your Event for the Monthly Newsletter
Is your class planning a reunion, gathering, or special event? We’d love to feature it here! If Your event has already taken place, please let us know so we can update our listings.
Send details to:
William Gilcrist (Class of 1974), Monthly News Administrator
rolonhiway@gmail.com
Deadline: before the 25th of each month
All class events are welcome; don’t miss the chance to be featured!
Whether you’d like this announcement in a flyer, email, social media post, or printable format, we’ll make sure you have what you need!
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Past Obituary
William 'Roger' Shaffer, Class 1959, passed 6/8/2025
Darrian Aldridge, Class 2009, passed 9.15.2025
Kathryn "Betty" E. Pierce Wingate, Class 1967, passed 9.28.2025
October 2025
Ja'Naya Love Miller, Class 2026, passed 10.5.2025
James Edward Weaver, Class 1957, passed 10/7/2025
A. Fitzpatrick, Class 1981, passed 10.15.2025
Gregory A. Tolbert, Sr., class 1977, passed 10.30.2025
November 2025
Kay Basile, Class 1992, passed 11.1.2025
Gary Robert Rush, class 1962, passed 11.5.202
William Goss "Bill" Lutman, class 1953, passed 11.8.2025
Cassandra Yvette Mingo-Malone, Class 1977, passed 11/12/2025
Sergio Anthony Carano, Class 1979, passed 11.13.2025
Norma Rose DiLauro Allcorn, Class 1954, passed 11/14/2025
Theresa Ann Caprez, Class of 1974, passed 11.15.2025
Gregory Richard Patterson, Class 1971, passed 11/18/2025
Harold Lewis, Class Class 1955, passed 11/19/2025
Robertta Glaski Gripp, Class 1960, passed 11/24/25
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Donations & Support
This site exists because of the generosity of our Alumni community. Without volunteers and financial contributions, we would not be able to operate or maintain the site.
We are deeply grateful to the following Alumni for their support, which helps us continue offering this site free of charge to everyone.
All of the work behind the scenes is done by volunteers who give their time freely, simply for the joy of helping fellow Alumni. In addition, donations play a vital role in covering ongoing expenses such as website hosting, domain registration, and maintenance.
Because of your generosity—whether through time, talent, or financial support—this site remains a free and open resource for all Alumni. Thank you for being part of keeping our community connected.
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Class Information and upcoming Events
Class of 1966
Class of ’66, 60-Year Reunion!
We’re updating our records for the NHS Class of 1966 Sixty Year Reunion Save the Date: August 7, 2026!
Please reach out to classmates you're in contact with and help us gather updated information.
Send addresses, emails, and current cell numbers to:
66nhsvikings@gmail.com
Or contact:
Linda Rubel, Sandy William, Jean Jones, or Mary Bagley.
For questions, contact:
Mary McKinley
mfmckinley@hotmail.com
330-697-6060
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Class of 1968
If you have any questions, please contact John Steinbrunner at jasac2ary@hotmail.com
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Class of 1969
Class of ’69 - 75th Birthday Bash
The Class of '69 Reunion Committee is organizing our 75th Birthday Bash. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19, 2026, and join us for our “3 Quarters of a Century" Birthday Party!
Please send your current contact information( addresses, emails, and current cell numbers) to Elaine Brow Sisak at elainesisak225@gmail.com.
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Class of 1976
Akron North High School – Class of 1976
50th Reunion – September 5, 2026
Welcome, Vikings! Our 50th Class Reunion is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with all of you. Mark your calendars for September 5, 2026, and join us for a memorable evening of reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating five decades since graduation.We’re gathering updated contact information so every classmate can receive event details and announcements.Please send your name, address, phone number, and email to:📧 akronnorth76@gmail.com
You may also reach out to our reunion coordinators:
Teresa Paonessa
Jeanie Hudson
📧 charmedwer3@gmail.com
📞 330-923-7866
Facebook: Jean Hudson
Follow Us on Facebook
Join our official class Facebook group for updates, photos, and announcements:
🔗 Facebook.com/groups/akronnorth76
Stay informed, reconnect with classmates, and help us spread the word to everyone from the Class of 1976—let’s make this reunion truly unforgettable!
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Class of 1977
If you have any updates, please contact Tamra J. Junkin Dixon
tamrajunkins@gmail.com
With any updates, reconnect with us on Facebook!
Join the group: Akron North High Vikings of 1977
We’ve got a great group going with school photos, memories, and conversations. We’re looking for YOU!
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Class of 1982
If you’re on Facebook, please request to join the “Akron North High Class of ’82” page. If not, feel free to email me your updates — Sue Knapp-Spangler.me2sue@aol.com.
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Class of 1986
We’re starting to form a committee to plan our 2026 reunion. We’ll need help with things like venue, events, communication, and fundraising. If you’d like to be part of the planning, let me know. The more people involved, the better the reunion will be!
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Class of 1998
Any questions, please contact Raia Presto email hazylilli@aol.com
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