Updates from Alumknights. Here's who we heard from in the recent "Y$2K" Alumknight fundraising letter, sent out just before Christmas 1999.
Jon and Tina (Iglesias) Skinner live in Boise.
Sarah Kroos Holman lives in Camas, Washington with her husband Erik and Anna, age five and Daniel, age two. Sarah left her practice of law to be at home with her children.
Julia Schulte Terteling is the mother of four children: four-year-old daughter and 20-month-old triplets (2 girls and a boy). She is a homemaker who is "forever cleaning up spills, toys, and dirty diapers. I'm not complaining for God granted me my beautiful children, and I love and enjoy them greatly. I am, however, doing all this with one eye open!"
Chris Ennis is back in Los Angeles after a four year stint in Boise. He lives with his wife Suzanne and two boys Ethan, 3 years and Colby 6 weeks.
He is presently shooting television commercials for some of our favorite products. Bud Lite, MCI, Nextel, Gain, Yahoo, and many, many dot com companies.
Well, I have been busy since the last reunion. I now have Three kids. Two girls, 6 and 5, and a 14 month old son. I am also shopping for a mini van to take them to soccer practice. Sigh! Signs of getting older. My mind thinks that I should have a sporty little convertable, but there isn't enough room for car seats. My daughters go to a school named Rod Kelly and they call themselves the Knights. Small world.
I am still working as an Accountant at Nortel Networks. Luckily, I am able work three days. At work enough to keep me sane and home enough so that I can keep some level of order at home.
Dave and I have been married 16 years. We love California! We both teach at the high school in Apple Valley. Our kids, Andy 12 and Sam 10, love going to Bruce concerts, surfing, watching the Lakers, and playing Little League. If you heading to So. California, (Disneyland etc.) drop us a line.
Well Mark and I are married 9 years now.We have two little girls.Madison who is 6 years old and will be in first grade at Sacred Heart in the fall and Gracie who is 2 years old.Mark is regional manager of the engineer dept. at Trus Joist and I am working Saturdays as a cosmetologist.We live in Meridian.
Hi Everyone, I am still living in Boise with my wonderful son Kory. He is ten and the joy of my life. I have been working at St. Luke's for quite a while and love working graveyard shift in the Emerginecy Department. No I am NOT a nurse thank you for asking. If you have need to come down, ask for me. I am engaged to a wonderful man and we are planning our wedding for sometime next year. Please e-mail me and let me hear from you!! Michelle
Greetings from Las Vegas! It has been so long & I have seen very few... I moved to Vegas five & a half years ago & other than the intense heat nine months out of the year & the non-stop pace, it is a great place to live! I came to a new path in my life a few months back & find myself starting over one more time! Who knows where this venture will lead. I just became an aunt for the second time--on my birthday no less! My niece, Anna Elise was born Jan. 25, 03 to my brother, Mike & his wife, Lisa. She joins my fabulous nephew, Ben, three and a half. Needless to say I am quite the proud aunt! Drop me an e-mail if you like! Take care!
Sandra Ranieri, how are you girl! I knew you had moved to Las Vegas, but we lost touch somewhere before you left. Congrats to Mike and his wife on the newborn - it looks like we can share out birthday with another. Well, my son Chris is now 12 and in junior high, can you believe it! I think the last time you saw him, he was maybe first grade? Wow, how time flies when your kids are growing up. Well, drop me a line girlfriend, and let me know how you're doing. Love ya -- Karen P.S..... hello also to all you other 84 grads!
Anyone have any news yet on the 20th? I would like to venture out there for that one...I am reachable--someone please contatc me & let me know...Maybe ya'll want to consider doing Vegas for the 20th!!??
Hello from the bowels of he...I mean Las Vegas! The average Summer temp. is 110 & we have just begun or monsoon season! Couple that with the crazy drivers...maybe I am in hell! Sad to see our message board is so bleak considering it has been nearly 20 years! Anybody out there? Let me know what you think!
I think it would be a great idea. Even if its just a small handful of people together, I would like to see some folks that I haven't seen for, oh, 20 years.
Maybe we can start something and see what happens?
My wife writes rock reviews for several magazines and is doing a story on Gen X tastes then and now. Responses to the following questions would be appreciated. 1. What were your high school years? 2. What were your 3-5 favorite albums when you were in high school? 3. What were your two favorite bands/artists when you were in high school? 4. What are your 3-5 favorite records of all time (these can be the same as your answers to question 2)? 5. What is last record you've purchased? 6. Do you have own a record which was released in the last two years? This is an informal survey and no names will be used in the article. Please feel free to contact me at ptrapp03@comcast.net for info/questions. Thank you and Go Knights!
20-year Reunion Class of 1984 -- There is a move afoot to organize our 20-year reunion. A date has not been set but the thought is some-time in mid to late July. Collen (Duffy) O'Malley is spearhaeding the event. Please send your contact information to her at: clduffy@pacific.net.sg Please send her your name, address, home number, work number, mobile number, e-mail address, & spouse's name. Please pass this info along to anyone from the class of '84 for whom you keep in contact.
The reunion idea is gaining steam, and Colleen will not be stopped! I'll echo Tim's message, and urge you to send your contact information to Colleen at clduffy@pacific.net.sg
Wow...actual reunion talk...I will contact Colleen right away. I hope I am able to make it there. I have a new state job at the DMV & currently am working Saturdays. I can't wait to hear more!
Perhaps I can jog the memories for some of you. Gawky teenager with glasses and familial issues :) Ralf Meller was the "hunky" foreign exchange student that resided with us. The memories that all I recall is that the class of 1984 was a group of caring people, and Brian D. wearing his "Coors Box." Lots of laughs. I must return to my studies, finals next week. I have should have listened to my parents and stayed in school :)
Please feel free to contact me and best wishes to you. Regards, Virginia
Thank you to everyone for all of your prayers & special thoughts. Dealing with this situation has not been easy. You never think cancer is going to attack you...however, finding out that so many are concerned & praying for me is helping tremendously! Now if you would just keep the prayers flowing that I can make it there for the 20th! I hope to see you all soon!
We are looking for these people: Jim Adlard, Jon Areitio, Lori Boyce, Camille Elliott, Joe Fitzpatrick, Kim Hauge, Kate Hilbert, Monica Hoene, Mike Hoffman, Tania Hunt, Kristen Keller, Mike Knapp, Kim Kolchaver, Julie Larkin, Larry Larscheid, Damon Lewis, Charles Marsh, Angelia Martin, Craig McCurry, Dom McDaid, Kristen Moore, Laurie O'Brien, Kevin O'Sullivan, Dan Palmer, Brian Rodenspiel, Dan Simon, Kristine Sinclair, Christine Singer, Dan Sprague, Jeff Sprute, Stan Stallcop, Jef Villeneuve, John Wood. If you have any information, please post it or e-mail to David Carnahan at dcarnahan@powereng.com
Hey all, I am NOT missing. I am still in Las Vegas--where I have been for 9 and a half years. Feel free to contact me--especially if you are going to be out this way!
Hello, everyone, although I didn't graduate with you all, I knew many in the graduating class of '84. I went to BK in '81 and '82 and to St. Joseph's for many years prior. I am especially interested in my old friends from St. Joe's (in Boise), many of whom graduated from BK. Received an e-mail from Mark Woychick, a couple of years back, doing well and still living in Boise. Knew many of the Shalz family (Pauline, class of '84, I believe), and brother Pat, a wonderful family. Some of my favorite teachers came out of BK, Mr. Hoffman, English, Freshman year, Fr. Dodson, great man, etc., etc. So glad I stumbled upon this site. I am doing well, live in the Bay Area, Sonoma, CA, have three children and a great wife. Life is good in wine country, --Cheers, --John Ross
John Brown On Saturday May 19, 2007 we lost our beloved Son, Brother, Dad, Uncle and Friend, John "Johnny" Brown in a tragic motorcycle accident at the age of 42. John, the youngest of seven, was born to J. Doyle and Lois Higgins-Brown on January 8th, 1965 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. In the summer of 1971 John moved with his family to Meridian, Idaho where he attended Kuna Grade School. John then attended Bishop Kelly High School, and graduated in 1985. In 1987 John met and fell in love with Patty Morton. They married on May 20, 1989. During their marriage John and Patty were blessed with two children, Tony and Amanda who are their pride and joy. Although their union of marriage ended, John and Patty's friendship remained. John continued to live in the Treasure Valley and worked for the last seven years at Western Trailers in the parts and sales department. John worked in the truck and trailer industry for many years and was highly respected. He loved nature, especially camping, and was always the last one to leave the campfire at night. One of John's most thrilling experiences was a fishing and photography trip he took to Alaska where he stood 10ft from a Kodiak Bear and snapped his favorite photo of a bear he named "Boo-Boo". One of his favorite pastimes was sharing his love of NASCAR with his son, Tony. Their favorite driver is Dale Earnhardt Jr. #8. They loved sharing stories about the races they attended and looked forward to watching races together. If a race was on, John would tell you in advance that he would be "unavailable" for a few hours. His daughter Amanda could brighten his day by blinking her big, bright eyes at him. She is daddy's little princess and always the apple of his eye. The mutual love of John and his children was apparent to all who knew him. Everything and everyone came second to his children. In the last year John's passion became riding his custom motorcycle with his friends who affectionately called him "Johnny" or "Little Johnny". The purchase of this motorcycle changed his life in so many ways. Being a "biker" became Johnny's identity when not at work or with his children. He loved full day rides in a big group or just going for a quick "putt" around town. John was in his element when riding side by side with his brother, his best friend and his hero, Paul "Pauley" Brown. They got to ride all day together the day of John's death and John told his brother that afternoon - "I feel like I'm in the prime of my life!" John brought so much happiness to his family. His mom always called him her Irish Baby because he looked a lot like his Irish Grandfather. John was always ready to go out and have a good time. His parents started his love of wheels when they bought him a tricycle - which John promptly ran away on! It only seemed natural when he graduated to a motorcycle. He loved the freedom. John's mom and dad saw a change in him after he got the bike. They watched him blossom and become a happier person, so excited about life and looking forward to the next ride. For John's parents, it was a tremendous blessing to see the love between John and Tony and Amanda. They had such a great time together and the kids carry his sense of wit and humor with them naturally now. John is survived by his son, Tony Brown, and his daughter, Amanda Brown of Boise, his parents, J. Doyle and Lois Brown of Meridian, brother, David (Janice) Brown of Prescott, Ariz., sisters, Dianne Bocek of Boise, Carolyn Brown of Meridian, Theresa (Dan) Endecott of Stevensville, Mont., brother, Paul Brown of Boise, 15 nieces and nephews and 18 great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by the eldest brother of the seven, James D. Brown and his nephew Kyle Etchechoury. There are no words to express how much we love you John, and are less without you here. We love you and will miss you until we are together again. A Vigil Service was held on Thursday. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. (Today) Friday, May 25 at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 6300 N. Meridian Rd., with Reverend Timothy M. Ritchey officiating. Burial will follow the service at the Meridian Cemetery. A reception will follow the burial at The Gathering Place next to Shorty's on Glenwood. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, Meridian (888-5833). Published in the Idaho Statesman from 5/24/2007 - 5/25/2007.
Debbie Richardson passed away last week and I keep getting on this web site to see if anything is posted. So here goes:
Debbie was a bright and funny girl. I had a lot of fun with her in Rodenspiel's algebra where we survived "the earthquake" together. She was a great athlete and always a joy to be around. I have many fond memories of Debbie and will miss her very much. Here's to you Deb!
Deborah Louise Richardson Deborah Louise Richardson, 41, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 16, 2007 after a long battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family when she slipped into the arms of Jesus to be forever in His presence. A Rosary and Memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007 at Cloverdale Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Monday, Oct. 22, 2007 at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Services are under the direction of Cloverdale Funeral Home. Debbie was born in Tacoma, Wash. on Dec. 15, 1965 to Mack and Yvette Richardson. She spent most of her life growing up in Boise and attended St. Mark's, Sacred Heart and Bishop Kelly High School, from where she graduated in 1984. Debbie went on to attend Boise State University, Idaho State University and University of Idaho. She completed the Surgical Technology program at BSU in 1990. She worked for Micron and Hewlett Packard where she enjoyed working with and befriending many coworkers. Among other interests, Debbie belonged to a bowling league where she enjoyed being and celebrating with her teammates in winning or losing. Her love of bowling was interrupted in 1996 when Debbie was diagnosed with brain cancer and had battled ever since. Since her diagnosis, she had developed an interest and affection for her four-legged furry friends. She would frequently watch after others' pets as well as house-sit. Debbie had a knack for making each of her pets feel equally loved. Debbie's family was always very important to her, especially her nieces and nephews. She never missed a birthday and always sent a card and $10 so that each felt special. Her family was fortunate enough to spend one last vacation with Debbie in Hawaii this past May. She loved being around the entire family no matter what the occasion. During the last months of her life, her siblings were able to spend quality time and care for her. Debbie's family would like to thank the St. Al's Cancer Care staff, Dr. Stephanie Hodson and her clinical nurse, Tara. In addition, the family is grateful for the wonderful care and attention shown to Debbie by Linda Graham R.N., Maggie Saunders, Liesha Chavez, Carla Mickey, Phillip Bulgin, and Pam Phillips. Debbie is survived by her sisters, Chellie (Joel) Van Lith of Caldwell, Pam (Nick) Brady of Boise, and Renee Richardson of Boise; brothers, Thad (Jan) Richardson of Cordova, Alaska, and Larry Richardson of Meridian; her mother, Yvette L. Richardson of Boise; her father, his wife, and their daughters, Mack W. Richardson, Jr. and Joanna, Meghan and Mackenzie Richardson of Derry, New Hampshire; her grandmother, Ruth B. Richardson of Boise; her aunt and uncle, Katie and John Richardson of Longwood, Fla.; her cousins, David (Maggie) Richardson of Riverview, Florida and Krista Richardson of New Smyrna, Fla. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Debbie was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Mack W. Richardson, Sr.; her maternal grandparents, Anatole and Evelyn Limoges; her maternal aunt and uncle, Howard and Gladys Grainger. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Debbie's memory be made to either the Bishop Kelly Foundation, 7009 Franklin Rd., Boise, ID 83709; or the Idaho Humane Society, 4775 Dorman St., Boise, ID 83705. Published in the Idaho Statesman from 10/19/2007 - 10/21/2007.
I am very sorry to hear of this news, and wish Godspeed to Debbie. It was good to see her at the reunion and I only have positive memories of her.
Its funny how memory works, I remember her in social studies and her seat was right next to the door-vivid and clear memory even though it was almost 25 years ago.
