What's New; Class Chatter

Glenn and I became the best of friends from about ages of 9 or 10, when he and his brother Russell moved into our neighborhood.  His house was on Minnetonka Boulevard just beyond the Y intersection, where Lake Street and Minnetonka Blvd. split. The Pastime Arena was directly behind his home. and he lived directly across the street from the Jarosaks, where our classmate Vern and his 5 brothers lived.

Glenn and I spent countless hours together, biking, playing games, exchanging stories, planning our futures, hiking in the woods and doing all the things kids did in the late forties and fifties.  He built a treehouse in the woods behind his house, and we smoked our first cigarettes together there!  Ugh.  I would often go over to his house and play chess with his brother, who was smart as a whip and would usually win our games.  Glenn didn't play chess, but he was so proud of his brother and would watch us play and loved it when Russ checkmated me.

We both took up the trombone together and both played in the band throughout high school.  As it turned out, he took it more seriously than I did, and it became the basis for his later career in music, which was distinguished.  We also enjoyed amateur radio got our ham licenses about the same time, along with Tommy Martin, another classmate who lived in the neighborhood.

Over the years our paths diverged.  But we always stayed in touch and when, on occasion, we would see each other at reunions, all the memories of our childhoods together once again would come to the surface. We always enjoyed reminiscing.about those times. 

in retirement, we both established homes in Arizona; Glenn on a permanent basis, I only parttime.  But in the last few years we usually found time to squeeze in a round of golf together once every year or two.

Glenn was a cherished and dear friend to me and to so many others.  I was shocked when I learned of his passing.  I will miss him greatly.  My deepest condolences to Marian.

RIP, Glenn, my dearly loved buddy.

Glenn was also devoted to his dear handicapped brother. Glenn was a fine person with a big heart.

Rest in Peace. What an amazing career. Elliot's time on earth was well used!

Happy birthday Ed

Posted on: Jan 23, 2024 at 10:02 AM

A big Happy Birthday hug for you! It's finally my turn to send good wishes. You are so generous with your caring thoughts for all our classmates. I hope all is well and you have a great Birthday! XO mary

Have a wonderful birthday!

So saddened to hear the news of Penny's passing!  She was a great friend to me!  I have fond memories of the many fun parties at the Peppard house!  Penny was always the life of the party!  God bless you Penny, and may you rest in peace!

Your frind always,  Jerry Thompson

Happy 84th. As usual, for most of us you are leading the way!

Dear Linda. It's getting close, isn't it! I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving, Birthday and coming glorious Holiday Season. As ever, dear friend
Mary

Happy Birthday in advance, Janet. Seems too early to approach Dec. We're aging fast enough, right? I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family as we move toward the Holiday Season! Fondly, Mary

Sweet Karen was in band with me and played clarinet. She was kind and thoughtful to all. Karen had a friendly, welcoming smile to anyone she encountered. I can imagine she was a wonderful mom and volunteer in her community. The world needs more people with her spirit. May God bless her family at this very sad time.