Edward Muszynski

60^th REUNION IS HAPPENING OCT. 10-13, 2025

Dear Classmates,

 If you have NOT been getting the regular updates, please email Ed Muszynski ‘65(egm218@earthlink.net)  AND Sharon Galin, school district alumni coordinator, at galin_s@shaker.org.

 Projected schedule:

 Friday, October 10, 5-6:30 pm ~ Informal gathering at the Drury Hotel (Beachwood) in the seating area opposite the front desk.  Make dinner plans with friends.  So many restaurants nearby.

Saturday, October 11 - 10-11 am ~ Discussion coordinated by Ted Einstein (details in future updates)

                                    6-7 pm @ Landerhaven ~ Cocktails (cash bar) & passed hors d’oeurves 

                                    7 pm ~ Buffet Dinner.  Entrees consist of red-wine braised beef, pan-seared salmon, chicken French, butternut squash ravioli (veg) and baby califlower (GF). (Thanks to those who answered the survey!)

Sunday, October 12   10-11 am ~ Farewell coffee/breakfast gathering (details will be forthcoming)

Edward Torchy Smith

Deceased. ABBY LODISH

.https://www.clevelandjewishnews.com/community/lifecycles/obituaries/labovitz-abigail-l/article_ec4da2db-2974-4866-9d07-f06c69081fe7.html#:~:text=Abigail%20Lodish%20Labovitz%20(%E2%80%9CAbby%E2%80%9D,brother%20Jules%20(Carolyn)%20Lodish.

Click above link for obit.

Edward Torchy Smith

FROM MARY BETH CRANE 

Deceased Classmate: Leslie Jaffe Miller
Obituary Link: Kent is busy doing her Celebration of life. He will do later
Date Of Birth: 09-14-1947
Date Deceased: 04-12-2025
Age at Death: 77
Cause of Death: Suddenly
Classmate City: Denver
Classmate State: CO
Classmate Country: USA
Was a Veteran: Yes Army
Survived By: Her Husband Kent Morgan and TJ Step daughters Gentry and Callan

Leslie was my oldest dearest friend from school. We started at Boulevard together with many other special people from Boulevard ( a great school!) She and I always called each other on our Birthdays every year. When she didn't call me this year,, I called her and left a message giving her a hard time about remembering. Little did I know she had passed. Thankfully I had talked to her in the last month because she was a wonderful friend who has helped me through Rennie's death She was a clinical psychologist that helped prisoners in Denver Dr. Leslie Miller I will miss you!

Edward Torchy Smith

Dear Mr. Smith, My name is Jeffrey Schwarz, and I’m a documentary filmmaker based in Los Angeles. I’m currently developing a short film titled “Starring Stephen Stucker,” about the life and career of Stephen Stucker, a member of the Shaker Heights High School Class of 1965. As I’m sure you know, after high school Stephen went on to become a talented comedic actor, best known for his unforgettable role in “Airplane!” and for being one of the first entertainers to go public with an AIDS diagnosis in the early 1980s. As part of my research, I’m hoping to connect with people who knew Stephen during his time at Shaker Heights High. I wanted to reach out to you as the site administrator for the Class of 1965 to see if you might have any personal memories of Stephen, or know classmates who might be willing to share stories about him. I’d also be grateful if you might consider posting something on the Class of 1965 website inviting fellow alumni to get in touch with me. Preserving these memories will help bring Stephen’s story to life in a way that honors both his talent and the person he was. Thank you very much for your time, and I hope we might connect soon. Best wishes, Jeffrey Schwarz jeffrey@automatpictures.com www.automatpictures.com

Edward Torchy Smith

RICHARD BARNETT, deceased. 

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cleveland-heights-oh/richard-barnett-12488438

Edward Torchy Smith

Sorry now there are ads on our site.

I can not stop it or they charge more money. 

Edward Torchy Smith

https://everloved.com/life-of/rosalyn-y/obituary/

Edward Torchy Smith

THIS MESSAGE IS FROM ED MUSZYNSKI

Thank you all for attending.  You made it a great reunion!  Here, in several batches, are what I had on my iPad.  Note:  I do not have elementary school pics for Ludlow, Moreland, Onaway.  If someone else has these, please send (it’s also possible that there were no classmates from a couple of these schools).
If someone could post to the class website (Torchy?), I‘d appreciate it.
Take care of yourselves, stay healthy and engaged!
Best,

Ed Muszynski

Edward Torchy Smith

I goofed.  I just saw 4 messages from the past that were sent to this site in an email.  

I do not look all the time they way this 25 year old platform was laid out.  

Please just hit bthe message word at the left here and start typing. 

TORCHY ,  Sorry to those that i did not see your messages sent the other way. 

Edward Muszynski

During the 60th reunion, thanks to the efforts of Joan Brill Mead, Torchy Smith was given a proclamation signed by the Shaker Heights mayor for lifetime service to our class.

Kathy/Kanta Leeb (Kahn)

Sorry to have missed the reunion!  Would it be possible to identify the class members in the photos?  

Thanks,

Kathy Leeb Kahn

Edward Torchy Smith

Our Condolences:  Julie Hendricks Gerhardt.

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/julie-gerhardt-obituary?id=60037471

Betsy Slobody (Whitaker)

Edward Torchy Smith

DAVID POLK : Deceased

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cleveland-heights-oh/david-polk-12658203

Edward Torchy Smith

His son posted this: Byron Webster’s son posted this on FB: It is with a very heavy heart that I have to post that the world lost a truly wonderful man, friend, husband, father and grandfather this week. My father, Byron Webster, passed away the morning of Christmas Eve peacefully at their home. Neither my mom nor sister are on Facebook but we thought it was important to post something so others can be aware of his passing. He was the best, and I know this because no matter who I spoke to that knew him always said the same thing. He is so much the reason that I am who I am and I can never thank him enough for that. I try and will continue to try and be the father and friend that he was to me for my daughters, family and friends but I know I can never live up to the bar that he set. He leaves a giant hole in the hearts of so many. We are planning a memorial service at Brown Forward Funeral home in Shaker from 4-6 on January 8th. I will post the formal announcement when it is up.

Edward Torchy Smith

His son posted this: Byron Webster’s son posted this on FB: It is with a very heavy heart that I have to post that the world lost a truly wonderful man, friend, husband, father and grandfather this week. My father, Byron Webster, passed away the morning of Christmas Eve peacefully at their home. Neither my mom nor sister are on Facebook but we thought it was important to post something so others can be aware of his passing. He was the best, and I know this because no matter who I spoke to that knew him always said the same thing. He is so much the reason that I am who I am and I can never thank him enough for that. I try and will continue to try and be the father and friend that he was to me for my daughters, family and friends but I know I can never live up to the bar that he set. He leaves a giant hole in the hearts of so many. We are planning a memorial service at Brown Forward Funeral home in Shaker from 4-6 on January 8th. I will post the formal announcement when it is up.

Edward Torchy Smith

His son posted this: Byron Webster’s son posted this on FB: It is with a very heavy heart that I have to post that the world lost a truly wonderful man, friend, husband, father and grandfather this week. My father, Byron Webster, passed away the morning of Christmas Eve peacefully at their home. Neither my mom nor sister are on Facebook but we thought it was important to post something so others can be aware of his passing. He was the best, and I know this because no matter who I spoke to that knew him always said the same thing. He is so much the reason that I am who I am and I can never thank him enough for that. I try and will continue to try and be the father and friend that he was to me for my daughters, family and friends but I know I can never live up to the bar that he set. He leaves a giant hole in the hearts of so many. We are planning a memorial service at Brown Forward Funeral home in Shaker from 4-6 on January 8th. I will post the formal announcement when it is up.

Donna Beran (Steadman)

I knew Byron well....we often referred to him as "Webbie Mae" although I'm not sure why.     Byron was always a sweet "good guy" -  universally liked by all    I wish that I could be there to attend his funeral !                   Sending heartfelt sympathy to his family

Victoria Black (Lomax)

Linda Winchell (Smith)

Byron lived behind me on Duffield, we were on Wimbledon. He had a big sandbox and his brother Greg would join us out there. I remember their big piano and his mom giving lessons. They were a great family and Byron was always kind. We told Greg there was no Santa, that wasn't nice!  
Byron came to my Mom's funeral which was a good reunion for us. 
Fond memories always, Linda Winchell Smith

Edward Torchy Smith

For a few hours Web Young was listed  as "In Memory." That was a MISTAKE on my part.  It is Byron Webster not Web Young.                     

Bennett Tramer

Byron was a terrific guy, always enjoyed seeing him, very sad news.  His son's post is powerful.

Edward Torchy Smith

Obituary
Jan 5, 2025
Beloved wife of 47 years to Bruce E. Blackman; dear mother of Jordan E. (Kristen) Blackman and Spencer S. (Lina) Blackman; devoted grandmother of Gregory, Anna and Slade; siblings sister Laura (Michael) Mintz, brother Ted (Roberta) Kulber and the late Deborah Kulber; niece Rachel Kulber and nephew Matthew (Tanya) Kulber. Born in Cleveland, OH, Sarah moved to Buffalo soon after graduating from Case Western Reserve University. Married to Bruce in 1978, she worked for several local companies like Litelab, the Albright Knox Gallery shop and the Olmsted Center for Sight while raising her two sons. Sarah was a passionate appreciator of the arts, Francophile and a creator of iconic jewelry. She also thrived on activities like writing, dancing, discussing poetry and serving as a docent at several local art galleries. Her friends and family valued her warmth, thoughtfulness and emotional connectivity. A memorial service will be held at 11am on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the Mary Seton Room of Kleinhans Music Hall in Buffalo, NY. To view Memorial service, please click on link www.hdezwebcast.com/show/in-loving-memory-of-sarah-blackman. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to CEPA's arts education program at https://www.cepagallery.org/product/donate.


from Ronna Burger:
I never quite absorbed the change from “Sally” to her chosen name “Sarah,” though it was more fitting for her deeply thoughtful character. We somehow combined seriousness and playfulness in so many high school experiences, trying to understand together our lives and our world. Fred Berger remembers reading Yevtushenko’s poetry together, and he sent this recollection for Sarah’s memorial service: “I think I know where Sarah's love of the French language began. In the 10th grade Sarah, Ronna Burger and I sat together in Miss Politella's French class. We loved the class but were very silly together at times. The "punishment" for acting out was to sing a song in front of the class. "Sous Le Ciel de Paris " is etched in my brain forever. We were all so, so lucky to know her. We will never forget her.”

( I AM NOT SURE WHO WROTE THIS TO ME.  Will that person pleae ID him or her self. Torchy )

Ronna Burger

Hi Torchy.

Sorry, that message came from me, Ronna Burger,

with great appreciation for all the work you do to keep us connected, remembering our beginnings!

Ronna Burger

I'm afraid the sad news about Sarah Blackman was sent on the 1-year anniversary after losing her. The date on the "In Memory" page should be 2025.   RB