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Name: Dave Krikac () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 22:04:40
Email: dave@thegearfoundation.org
City and State: Franklin, TN
Maiden: Biff Mc Gurk
Class: 1976
Message: OK.......I got an idea. Since I am SOOOOOO happy with my kewl new t-shirt ( I bouht 2 just so I can wear them a LOT) I thought we can have a contest (No money, just kudos) Let's see what FAMOUS people we can get to wear the t-shirt. Liz could have gotten Aretha to throw it on if she got backstage..... I would even settle for people on the street. Ya gotta get a picture and send it to John. Sound good? Might take a few months.....Hey, I am up for it. Hey Mike (Mackey) I forwarded your email to Paul. He has his kids acting on many TV shows lately. Both his little ones were on Bernie Mack. They got the bug.....Say hey to Craig for me. Over & Out from Tennessee..........
OK, sendem in.

Name: Mary () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 21:48:26
Email: meowry@charter.net
City and State: Grants Pass, OR
Maiden: Rose
Class: 1970
Message: Anyone know of a place that can recreate our class rings? Josten sent me a catalog but there is nothing there that compares with what we had. I keep hoping to find one for sale on Ebay but .....
I have no clue.....sorry.

Name: Alan Nelson () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 21:44:55

Email: boatcop@boatcop.com
City and State: Parker, Az
Class: 1973
Message: "This place has turned into a desert." You got something against deserts?
Not deserts with big rivers running through them.

Name: Dewey () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 19:59:31
City and State: Working On Phoenix
Class: 1974
Message: Slow day on the farm?
What happened to all the regulars that used to hammer out feedback after feedback? Where's Patty V or her sisters? Where's the Sloey Boys or Christine Baird? How about Dan Dye or Norma Jean? LeeRoy Felderruster, Loretta Morelli, Tom Burroughs, Cheryl Nicocia, or any of the Nicocias? How about Susan Ciampa Walling, Dennis Campbell, Sue Bierman Ted Gioia, or Ed Chesson? This place has turned into a desert.

Name: Walter Holt () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 12:47:09

Email: wholt1948@yahoo.com
City and State: Costa Mesa, CA
Class: 1966
Message: Ah yes Summer is over and all of the Kids are back in school which is a true gladness to all of us adults. No more wonderings on what our kids are doing while we are at work and such. However the best joy of all for us Grand Masters of the surfing world is two thirds of the weekday morning crowds are gone. Giving us ample room to enjoy those 4-6' plus sets like today without practically anyone dropping in on us or having to dodge a mass of people in the impact zone. Life is good!!! Happy Birthday Marsha & Don.

Name: Jerry Simpson () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 12:15:35

Email: jerypat6244@yahoo.com
City and State: Santa Clarita CA.
Class: 1962
Message: Hey John, We need to wish the newest Member to the 60 club, Don Scheliga, a Happy Birthday ,,,,,, May you have many more.
May we ALL have many more.

Hey Donald, Happy Birthday to you too. AND Happy 8th Birthday to my number 1 grandson, Cory Shane Hudson.

Name: Dawn Moffett () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 08:19:59
Email: dmoffett@clunet.edu
City and State: Simi Valley, Ca
Maiden: Koch
Class: 1978
Message: Yes John, summer is over. I've been back at work (my new job at a science magnet school) since August 30th. It's just like our days at HHS, finally warm enough to go to the beach and we're all sitting in class looking out the windows wishing we were there, even the teacher!
Yeah that first week back to school was a killer.

Name: Robin () on Monday, September 20, 2004 at 01:37:36

Email: RHood10542@AOL.COM
City and State: Coos Bay, OR
Class: 1960
Message: A very special birthday to a very special person.....Have a great day Marsha Russell .......
Happy Birthday Marsha.....

Name: Rosa () on Sunday, September 19, 2004 at 22:45:02
City and State: Sacramento, CA
Maiden: Campos
Class: 1987
Message: Hi John, Thank you for these magic moments as you give us the opportunity of going back to the best moments of our lives, Our High School years. I went to Hawthorne High Between 85-88 and I really enjoy been part of Cougartown. Thanks John...
Hi Rosa, You are welcome and glad you enjoy Cougartown. Feel free to join in anytime.

Name: Lisa () on Sunday, September 19, 2004 at 21:49:20

Email: ldcp2001@aol.com
City and State: Ramona, CA
Maiden: Graham
Class: 1967
Message: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO PAT BURRIS, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU. LISA
Happy Bday, Pat.....

Name: Adrianne DeAlejandro () on Sunday, September 19, 2004 at 16:53:27
Email: addy57@msn.com
City and State: Cerritos, CA
Maiden: Longpre
Class: 1963
Message: There will be a Memorial Picnic in Michael Thornton's ('63) memory on Saturday, September 25, 11 a.m., at O'Neill Park in Trabuco Canyon. Directions can be obtained on the park's website. El Toro Rd. to Cook's Corner, right on Live Oak Cyn. Rd., to park. $5 park entry fee that the family will happily reimburse. Food and beverages will be provided by the Equestrian Group. Request of no flowers or gifts. Carol Villepigue Cutri ('63) thanks you.

Name: Jim Schroeder () on Sunday, September 19, 2004 at 11:50:59

Email: chezwizz@yahoo.com
City and State: OS 54884
Class: 1966
Message: For those following the Beach Boys progress from adolescence to the present trucated form, there is a great summary of their trials, tribulations and music in the Sept edition of AMERICAN HERITAGE magazine. I've read the books seen the movies, listened to the music -- this 6-page article covers all the bases and expresses optimism for Brian's continued efforts. -- Alas, I too regret missing Cruise Nite. Had the Hudson Hornet all waxed. Gleaming chrome-reverse-Astro-mags; neon lighted wheel-wells; chopped and channeled; vibrasonic 4-track cranked to max; scarlet flames on 29 coats of candy-apple red lacquer. "Lone Wolf -- No Club" license plate in the rear window. Totally Boss-a-Nova! But in a economic move that proved to be my undoing I replaced the flat-head engine with a Singer Sewing Machine 1/4 H.P. motor. The car zig-zags down the road now, and as I came to Mt. Shasta I ran out of orange-extension-cord and had to turn back. Back to the proverbial drawing board.
Always loved the Hudson Hornet. Hudson spearheaded the electric curb feelers in the late 40s, you know. What a God awful "fingernails on the blackboard" screech that was. Thanks Jim for the info on the Beach Boys. I think you'll find the same article at the website, www.americanheritage.com

Name: Harry Plotkin () on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 15:36:57

Email: hcharry@pacbell.net
City and State: Harbor City, CA
Maiden: Old Codger 52-97
Message: COUGAR SIGHTING!!! Kathy and I had dinner at El Paso Cantina last night and we exited through the back door. Who was sitting in the back room but Patricia Duran - Paco's little sister as beautiful as ever. We visited for awhile. See you Cougs at the VFW breakfast between 9 and 12 tomorrow.
Love to all, HCH
Good one Mr. P... See you in the morning.

Name: Dawn Moffett () on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 14:21:52
Email: dmoffett@clunet.edu
City and State: Simi Valley, Ca
Maiden: Koch
Class: 1978
Message: I haven't checked in for quite a while, glad to know you're all still kicking! I just wanted to let all the art students from the 70's know that I was in Provo, Utah in August (for my oldest son and daughter-in-law's college graduation) and I looked up Clayton Williams and spoke with him on the phone. He's having a great time up there painting and keeping himself busy. We had a great phone conversation and we agreed next time I'm up there we'll get together. He has great memories and stories about many of you! Have a great weekend and Happy Autumnal Equinox on the 22nd!
Hi Dawn, Glad you're still with us and nice to know about Mr. Williams. Thanks for the feedback and is Summer gone already?

Name: Elizabeth Aleccia () on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 13:06:47

Email: ElizabethAleccia@3pop.com
City and State: Redondo Beach,CA
Class: 1969
Message: Last night my sister Sharon and I drove up to the 75 year-old Greek Theater to see the legendary Aretha Franklin. It was an honor to be in the presence of the Queen of Soul. Her voice was suffering in the damp LA air but she's still one of the greats. I bought one of her first LPs on CD and we sang all the way home. One of the original Temptations stood in with her on a couple of songs...it was very cool. I kept my eyes peeled for a Cougar sighting but no Tshirts were seen. Have a great weekend Cougs! Big kisses to the 133rd Street Gang! DZ
Sounds like a great concert Liz, thanks....

Name: EL N IDA () on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 09:07:58

Email: jakejude@aol.com
City and State: sameasyesterday
Maiden: yesshewasbygolly
Class: 1960
Message: Picture of Jake N Jude, Christmas Dance 1959, page 37 1960 El Molino. Right next to a famous guy who made some great songs for the world to enjoy. And the other guy, next to B. Wilson, I taught all he knew about sports, I believe was a K. Lent, which I believe their picture was at the backwards dance that school year. The lovely ladies I can't remember their names as I would probably be smacked for having such a good memory for things such as that. Of course you can't see the others, because you haven't posted their picture yet :-) . JJ and I look Mahvolous. :-)) And yes Mr. Baker we are entertaining the thought of being there for the game. Looking for lodging when permitted. Would welcome response at your leisure. Left phone message a week ago but got no response. MAY THE COUGAR BE WITH YOU. Jake N Jude.
That's why I couldn't find it, I was looking in the Prom pics. Thanks Jake, and yes, fly on out for Homecoming. I'll find you a place to land.

Name: Mike McLaughlin () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 22:08:15
Email: mmclaug@lacofd.org
City and State: Laguna Niguel, CA
Class: 1974
Message: Hey Dave, thanks, Karen looks great! It would be a blast to see Paul. Remember, we were the "best man" at each other's weddings. If you are in touch with him please give him my email. Craig is doing well. He has been living in Redding for quite some time, working for FedEx since 75'. Liked the commercial! OS5-1977

Name: EL () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 20:27:33

Email: jakejude@aol.com
City and State: Kuna, I-DY-HO
Maiden: JakeJudemakesnodifference
Class: 1961
Message: JB, last you told us the game was on the 5th of November. Trying to come up with an itinerary or one of those things. Help. MAY THE COUGAR BE WITH YOU! Jake N Jude!
Yes, the Homecoming game is November 5th. An itinerary?? Does that mean you're planning on heading west?
Also, do you know where this picture came from and don't say the 1960 El Molino.

I need a page number.

Name: Jill McFarlane () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 19:18:47
Email: jillmcfar@aol.com
City and State: Mission Viejo, CA
Class: 1977
Message: Everybody have a great weekend!
You have a great one too, Jill. I know I will

Name: Dan Johnson () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 17:11:15
Email: wch1ispinkATaolDOTcom
City and State: Sherman Oaks
Class: 1977
Message: Before Dr. Phil became a star, we used him as a jury consultant. I always thought that part of Hawthorne south of Imperial, north of 120th, west of Ingelwood and east of the 405 was a little strange (we avoided it on Halloween). Maybe it was because of the 105 Fwy demolition -- that area seemed haunted.
My bag was full before I got that far.

Name: Dave Krikac () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 16:24:43
Email: dave@thegearfoundation.org
City and State: Franklin, TN
Maiden: Biff Mc Gurk
Class: 1976
Message: Hey Mike McLaughlin...great to have you here. Karen is the second from the left, black with white collar. She lives in Temecula, Ken in the San Diego area, and Paul in Westchester. Paul is doing well as a Private Investigator. How is your BIG brother Craig?

Name: Jensen Brothers () on Friday, September 17, 2004 at 09:51:41

Email: OSborne 6-4025 and ORchard 4-3072
City and State: Some where west of Laramie
Class: 2008
Message: If you want the best biscuits and gravy in Hawthorne, and want to see Judy the Juice Girl and if you want to eat in a water tower then meet us this Sunday at the Hawthorne VFW for the Pancake Breakfast. There is always a fun group of Cougars and Teachers. We'll see you there.

Name: Mike McLaughlin () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 23:55:47
Email: mmclaug@lacofd.org
City and State: Laguna Niguel, CA
Class: 1974
Message: Dave, Very Cool! Which one of the ladies is Karen? I haven't seen her in such a long time I couldn't tell. Where is Paul these days?

Name: Jim Raines () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 23:42:45

Email: Fourwindspublishing@juno.com
City and State: Salt Lake City, Utah
Class: 1962
Message: Well, let's see, I was born in the Los Angeles General Hospital the 17th of June 1944. Mom tells me it was the day after the big earthquake. I was brought home to a little house on Acacia st., then to a little house on 115th. st. 1/2 block west of Prarie ave. south side. In '48 we moved to 4936 West 118th st. between the Gutierrez'on the East and the Winkleys on the West. The Trotts lived directly across the steet on the corner where Sundale meets 118th. and Judy DeGrazia(sp) across the street on Sundale. Bob Fox lived west in the next block. Felton Market was just around the corner south. OS 6-9852 was our number. Thanks John, for that simple reminder of those days, the telephone.
Hey Jim, glad you're still with us.

Name: Dave Krikac () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 22:08:22

Email: dave@thegearfoundation.org
City and State: Franklin, TN
Maiden: Biff Mc Gurk
Class: 1976
Message: COUGAR Sighting......My little Sister on the Dr. Phil Show this week....Go sister, Go sister......Karen Krikac-Carter.
Now if she can ONLY turn this into a paying Gig. Was kind of fun getting picked up by a limo and getting your make up done for ya.....

Name: Dave Krikac () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 21:42:11
Email: dave@thegearfoundation.org
City and State: Franklin, TN
Maiden: Bif f Mc Gurk
Class: 1976
Message: Wow, just got the Cougartown T-Shirts-WHEW was that fast. I received a shipping confirmation the VERY NEXT DAY. I wish my business ran that smooth. Hats off to the team making this happen-GREAT JOB.
Shout out the 133rd st Gang (That means my babysiters too)
Hey Dave, Give credit to Shipper Sharon Bierman Branigan (HHS76) for the quick service. Also, the Paypal makes it much quicker as we can ship the same day you order. Amazing huh.

Name: Debbie Miles () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 21:30:59
Email: pinkelephant10atyahoo.com
City and State: Del Aire
Class: 1977
Message: Jill, now I'm doubly sad. I would have loved to have seen your mom, it's been a long time!

Name: Gary V. Johnson () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 21:20:27
Email: mjpeanuts@hotmail.com
City and State: Pullman, Washington
Message: I really enjoy visiting this site!! It brings back such wonderful memories of my years shared with my friends at HHS. I had to move to Washington my senior year, but my true spirit was, is, and always will be an HHS Cougar.
Take care... Gary V. Johnson '61
Hi Gary, Glad you found us. Please feel free to join in anytime.

Name: Bill Shultz () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 12:38:41

Email: billshultz2001@yahoo.com
City and State: Haw. Cal
Class: 1963
Message: Ed Pease! I'll be damned! Q.B. pretty good too! Ever hear from Dave Rabuse! Good man! Take care!

Name: Dewey Storie () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 12:12:49

City and State: Working on Phoenix
Class: 1974
Message: John, seeing the picture of the old telephone and you saying you throw nothing away. I just have to ask, when you open a closet or look around your garage does the theme from Sanford & son run through you head?
How did you know that?

Dewey, I can't find your senior pic, and you said it was in the 74 book, so please send it to me.

Name: Dan Johnson () on Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 11:31:00

Email: wch1ispinkATaolDOTcom
City and State: Sherman Oaks
Class: 1977
Message: Well if it needed to be washed, that means you're wearing it! I had to miss the Cruise because of a trip to San Francisco. Next time! Anybody seen Kathleen Griffin recently?
Hey Dan, She wasn't at Cruise Night and I haven't heard from her for a couple of months. I do know she had back surgery scheduled for the last of August. Kathleen, if you're out there, hope your back surgery went well and please check in and let us know how you are.

Name: Larry Biller () on Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at 20:44:13

Email: lbiller49@yahoo.com
City and State: Portland,Or.
Class: 1967
Message: Just got an e-mail regarding the release of Brian Wilson's "SMILE" CD. It will available Sept. 28th. I've heard it's a good one. The songs were written over 35 years ago.

Name: Marla Crane () on Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at 19:12:44

Email: marla75@comcast.net
City and State: Oroville,CA
Class: 1975
Message: OS6-9495; 4873 W.137th Pl, Hawthorne, CA 90250.... not bad after moving 28 years ago. Also wanted to tell of a Nor. Cal. Cougar siting... ran into Faelin Klein at a seminar in Chico last night. Chico is about 25 miles from where I live now in Oroville. Faelin and I saw each other in a Chico parking lot a few years ago, first time since Hawthorne... we both did a double take then, but immediately recognized each other. It was nice to see her again last night. Aloha to all, especially the '75ers out there... would like to see more feedback from the class of 1975.
Hey Marla, Great Cougar sighting. Thanks for the feedback, as I thought we were going to go the whole day without one. It has been REAL slow here in Cougartown.

Name: Jill McFarlane () on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 18:52:31

Email: jillmcfar@aol.com
City and State: Mission Viejo, CA
Class: 1977
Message: As usual, nice gathering at Fosters Freeze. Even though there was nobody my age to play with, it was still fun hanging out with everyone that was there. Debbie, sorry I missed you too, I probably would have taken you to my mom's house, I know she would love to have seen you! I was supposed to wear my Which one's pink tee-shirt in honor of Dan Johnson, (promises were made, money exchanged hands) but it needed to be washed, so Dan I owe you one. Anyhow I had a great time and JB, in case nobody thanked you for this webpage a big THANK YOU. You are Da Man!
You are welcome Jill and thank you for being there.

Name: Adrianne DeAlejandro () on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 12:50:05
Email: addy57@msn.com
City and State: Cerritos, CA
Maiden: Longpre
Class: 1963
Message: The following is a note from Carol Villepigue Cutri ('63): Addy, Our next request for your help, is that there be no flowers, but more importantly, donations made in the name of Michael E Thornton, to the cancer society... All our love, Carol & Michael

Name: Debbie Miles () on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 00:25:33
Email: pinkelephant10atyahoo.com
City and State: Del Aire
Class: 1977
Message: Danny and Dave and anyone else who is interested, you can order C-Town tshirts from JB! My whole family DID get 'em last year, but they do make a great gift for any Cougar or Cougar wannabee. They don't shrink much, so order them as you like them! Jill, sorry to have missed you, were there any others from class of '77 there?
Thanks Debbie..... Nope, Jill was the only 77er at Cruise Night.

Name: Danny Bellare () on Monday, September 13, 2004 at 22:26:44
Email: DLBELLARE
City and State: San Marcos CA
Class: 1976
Message: Hey Debbie were and how do you get a CTown T-shirt? Tell mark to hurry up a get that Harley so we can putt together.Talk to you both later..Danny B
Hi Sharon were out here...Just saying HI!To you and everyone else...

Name: Dave Krikac () on Monday, September 13, 2004 at 18:11:01

Email: dave@thegearfoundation.org
City and State: Franklin, TN
Maiden: Squidly
Class: 1976
Message: Sure was fun hooking back up with Mike McLaughlin this month. MAN, did we get into trouble with the 133rd street gang (buncha good kids really) Mike is still a fireman in Cali....Sure brings back a lot of memories, the best (and Mike would agree) were at the Estrada's house. There house was wired for sound! Big Leo was ahead of his time when it came to HI FI STEREO equipment. The whole neighborhood could hear we were there. Then just a hop to the curries for snacks, hey Kellie, who was the POST Man? I forget.
Keep your eyes peeled for the "Odor Free Aspercreme" commercial, I hear it's getting a lot of play in Cali.
God bless the Cougs.....
PS Can't WAIT for my new t-shirts to arrive, I know what to get my family for Christmas this year.
Thanks Dave.....

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