Albert Brown (1968)

John Knight Jr (1961)

I retired this year. I had a Registered Advisory firm called Knights II & Associates, LLC. I got tired of making other people money. My last client was 100 years old. Made her happy and she kept me young. The last visit with her was in an assisted living home. I any of you can, don't go to one, you won't love long. I keep her out and she lasted over 5 years. I am a happy 81, now was in the class of 61, I live in San Diego in a senior facility. I ride myi bike often, lift weights, am a member of a health club, go to church on sunday, still dating the girls like I am a teenager. like to travel, do a lot of cooking. Just bought a 75 inch TV because I the like the picture. Still drank Coronas, and the dancing holds up. Two years ago I was dating a 50, but had to give that up, can't tell you why, but its not what you think. 

John Knight Jr (1961)

I forgot to mension I am a CPA, was a VPCFO of in a furtune 500 company, I am an active Finra Arbitrator, had an Investment Advisor Certificate(Terminated it), Money manager, self taught, Have a bunch of Securities licenses, Working on my securities trading, this stuff is hard. A Marine, short term, 4 years during Viet Nam. Was in Japan when every thing was going on, ready to go. I was  on allert. Have a family of 4 boys. 

Keith Murray (1961)

John, best wishes on retirement!  I'm still doing one client and enjoying mu involvement with the Lions organizations.  Kep plugginh.

Margaret (Maxine) Gieselman (Mueller) (1962)

Richard "Rick" Bessom (1962)

So very sorry to learn of Sue Hill's passing.  I have very fond memories of Eric and Sue and to Eric, my heartfelt condolences.  

Richard "Rick" Bessom (1962)

So very sorry to learn of Sue Hill's passing.  I have very fond memories of Eric and Sue and to Eric, my heartfelt condolences.  

Vicki Moore (Ferns) (1962)

I remember her well, lovely girl, this news makes me sad. Thanks Maxine for telling us.

Donna Brown (Forster) (1962)

So very sad to hear about Sue Ponde, she and Eric were such great friends of mine, and I cannot hear Jerry Butler sing "He will Break Your Heart" without remembering our many fun times in the dorm lounge. She will be missed. Love and prayers to Eric and the family,

Donna (Brown) Forster

Michael Coe (Coe) (1962)

Sorry to hear of Sue Ponde and icon of love in our class.  She fills a certain place and memories in our hearts as we grew up.  God Bless Sue and Eric.  Mickey '62

Dick Ely (1961)

Hi, This is Dick Ely (61) just poking my head in to see what's going on.

Franklin Wechsler (1964)

Looking for info on Pennie Pinson.  It  has been a few years since I talked to her, looking for info on her well being or where abouts.

Franklin F. Wechsler

Mike Kanze (1965)

Frank,

You can find Pennie on Facebook. 

James Atkins (1962)

So sad to learn of Sue's death Ponde's death. Eric, I'll pray for both of you this week - God bless you both. 

Sue was very special to me; you both were  always so kind, thoughtful and supportive of everyone  The road back to Fontainebleau was always a happy one with Sue onboard.

With love,

Jim Atkins, Franklin, Tennessee, (615) 293-4985 

Franklin Wechsler (1964)

Thanks, Mike.  She gave me a private email on here.  I have gotten a little melancoly lately.  Feeling my mortallity as I am  sure all of us have at some point I would suppose.  I am in remission for the second time since 2016 when diagnosed with two forms of the big C.  One of them was stage 4.  Thank you Uncle. 

I wish I could travel to some of this country and globe but travel is not in my cards anymore.  I sure do envy everyone all with the trips and friendly gatherings. 

Go for a check up next week to see if it holds.  The first time around I only lasted for about three months.  I have had a good time with it.  Hope all is well with everyone, I know that I am doing fine.

David VanWinkle (1962)

Does anyone remember carrying a small folding "Permis Special de Residence" (Special Resident Permit)?  Dad was a career Army Master Sergeant assigned to the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) in the Paris US Embassy from 1958 to 1961.  He and all of his dependents had to carry those personalized permits.  

William A. Bridenstine, Jr. (1965)

We had to carry a Carte de Séjour 1963-65.  It was tri-fold orange, heavy paper stock.  I was somewhat insulted that under "Profession", I was listed as "sans"!  I still have mine somewhere in a souvenir box.

Mike Kanze (1965)

What Bill says. The old Carte de Séjour Temporaire. Still have mine somewhere too. 

William A. Bridenstine, Jr. (1965)

Grover "Skip" Rawlings (1963)

Never had one.  

Michael Coe (Coe) (1962)

For those that didn't see the notice "in Memory", Pete Hidalgo '61 Passed away on April 30 this year in New Mexico.  Mickey Coe '62

Michael Coe (Coe) (1962)

Stanley Peter Hidalgo '61

Stanley Peter Hidalgo, died April 30, 2025 in Truth or Consequences, NM. Born on June 8, 1943 in Port Arthur, Texas, Pete graduated from Paris American High School, University of Texas (BA), and University of Arkansas (MBA).

Serving in the United States Air Force from 1965 to 1972, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. Pete was appointed as State Investment Officer for New Mexico and worked under governors, Apodaca, Anaya, and Carruthers before joining the private sector.

A champion golfer, he had a lifelong love for the game. Pete is survived by his wife Kyra, children: Natalie, Michael, and Darcey, sister Ann, grandchildren: Erik, Meredith, Evan, Isabella, Anya, William, and James and great grandchild Luke.

Memorial service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on May 27, 2025.

Mike Kanze (1965)

Sharon Sweeney, '65

Sharon passed away this April 28, 2025.  
Please go to her Classmates page for more information. 

Chad Wyatt (1963)

Happy Birthday, Paul.  VanHoozer at the point. 

Paul Frantz (1963)

Thanks for the birthday wishes, Chad.  I still have another 5 months to go (November) before I turn 80 but I appreciate the thought.  Still living in DC?

Paul