Michelle Franz (Lisser)

Happy Thanksgiving  Class of 1978 

The year has been full of blessings, I will not complain.  I'm praying for health & happiness for all of you, and that you wil be counting your blessings this Christmas & Hannakah Season.

Let's have Optimism as we look forward to 2017 and embrace The New Year. 

 Shelly 

Sue McKinny (Short)

Sad news to report. Terry Andrada was murdered in San Diego this past Friday. From what I understand, Terry took in a young gal he knew who was afraid of an abusive boyfriend. The boyfriend went to Terry's home, shot Terry, the young gal and turned the gun on himself. I'm not sure how many of you will remember Terry - he went to Cedar Crest, Portland and maybe a little while at JFK - then when his family moved he went to Jefferson. He took me to JFK dances even after moving. A really sweet, funny guy - he will be missed. 

Does anyone else remember Mrs. Andrada yelling "Ruthie, Lisa, Terry Ben" at dinnertime?! 

Dona M. Trabant (Inman)

Such a horriable thing!!! I will keep his family in my thoughts as they deal with such a tragic end.

Thomas L. Pederson

He didn't move to Jefferson, he graduated with us - I was in JBs with him. Terribly sad story, he was a landlord - here is a link to the news story - http://www.cbs8.com/story/34257565/vigil-held-for-landlord-killed-in-spring-valley-shooting-leaving-3-dead

Scott Pearson

Wow, that's terrible. Terry was a great guy.

Cynthia Johnson (Przybilla)

Sorry to hear this terrible news.  There is a GoFundMe set up for him. 

https://www.gofundme.com/terry-andrada-memorial-services

Thomas E. Hull

Very sad news. Terry was kind caring and funny. Everyone who was in JBs with Terry knows what a great guy he was   Rest In Peace Terry

Elizabeth Wallace

Dona M. Trabant (Inman)

GETTING TO BE THIS TIME ........   :)

Thomas E. Hull

Hello everyone,

I just saw news on Facebook that Sally Consolati passed away (around October 11).  I don't have any details though.

Thomas Hull

Susan M. Kusz

It is sad to hear that people we graduated with have past on.  Loosing anyone especially childhood classmates can be difficult.  For me this year has been difficult loosing 3 family members mom, husband's brother and sister.  Good news also though one of my daughter's just got married and is expecting. If anyone is in the Duluth area she is on channel 6 news. My other daughter just turn 34 so I'm feeling my age now.

All my prayers are with those who have lost family members. Glad to be on this discussion board.

Carol L Rickard (Schultz)

I agree with you Tom, it is sad to see our class diminish. I pray those that have passed lived life well and that we will recognize that life is short. Let's make the best of it by forgiving offenses, doing good to others, finding ways to be a blessing, and being thankful. 

Carol L Rickard (Schultz)

Sue- congratulations! You must be very pleased with your children finding their way in life. Good job and well done!!

Susan M. Kusz

I agree with you Carol it is part of the reason I mentioned the fact that we have lost quite a few of our Class of 78.  The world is not the same as when we were in school but one thing remains the same the lack of peace especially in our own country.  We should all work toward getting along with others and not holding grudges life is too short.

Take care class of 78! I am looking forward to coming to the upcoming class reunion. 

Michelle Franz (Lisser)

I have not heard details on Sally yet either .  Going to reach out to Cathy Clark, who has been pretty fairly close to her still, living  in the area .  I found out from Sharon   Jensen last week . No one seems to have details that I know. It's quite sad, Sally was a great person , she will be missed .<3

Jenny Ler

https://obittree.com/obituary/us/minnesota/bloomington/gill-brothers-richfield--bloomington-funeral-home/sally-consolati/3220654/

Consolati, Sally

Age 57 of Bloomington. Beloved sister-in-law and aunt passed away peacefully due to an infection while fearlessly fighting cancer. She passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017 with her family and friends by her side. Preceded in death by her father, Angiolino Consolati, her mother, Patricia Consolati, and her sister, Paula Scheffler. She is survived by her brother-in-law, George Scheffler; nephews, Dan and Stephen (Holly) Whittier; and many close relatives and friends. Sally worked at US Bank for the last 6 years and when she wasn't working she was traveling the world or hanging out with her family and friends. Memorial service Thursday, October 26th at 5 PM, Gill Brothers Bloomington Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave. South. Visitation one hour prior to service.
Gill Brothers 952-888-7771
www.gillbrothers.com

Elizabeth Wallace

Dorene J. DeLong (Bartz)

I saw the following on facebook.  How can it be 40 years?

SAVE THE DATE! The JFK 40th Class Reunion date and location have been determined!!! July 21st, 2018 at Best Western Plus Mall of America ( Old HoJo's, where many worked back in the day) Further information will be coming in the next few weeks. Spread the word!!!!!

Susan M. Kusz

I would be happy to help or volunteer with our class reunion of 40 years.  Can someone tell me who to contact?

Michelle Franz (Lisser)

I remember Terry Andrada from Oak Grove Jr HIgh ( I believe)

It is reayll sad, and bums me out to hear of his passing.  I always thought he was a neat guy, seemed to be nice to everyine in school.  ( Its even sadder when you remember people as kind & really neat individuals, and maybe they never knew how many people had  fond recollections of them )

It sounds like he was a great person to everyone he knew as well.  ( after hearing the clips from the news)

May he rest in peace. Tragic end, makes no sense. <3

Elizabeth Wallace

Karl Loved all his friends at Kennedy. He will be sorely missed. RIP KOE

Julie M. Boeser (O'Hara)

Can the powers that be please change the cookbook link to:  https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B4NWYyzfplxoTzJFWlNpcWViOVk

Thanks!!

Craig L. Wiklund

Thanks Julie!

I just updated the link.

Craig

Dona M. Trabant (Inman)

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