Centralia (Illinois) High School - Class of 1958

Where Are They Now?

IN MEMORIAM:

For those special friends we remember and miss.
Our deceased classmates are listed in purple.

Please look over the following list of classmates from the Centralia (Illinois) High School Class of 1958. We do not have a current address or current information for classmates in blue. If you know any information that could help us find these classmates, please e-mail us as soon as possible.
Name History or Comments Birthday
Residence
Larry Gene Abernathy Larry and Sheila have 2 children. Larry is a quality assurance manager. He enjoys sports, antiques, collectibles and "fast walking". July 9
Irvine, CA
Monica (Adams) Christian Monica has 5 children, 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Monica is a fine jewelry merchandiser for J.C. Penney. She enjoys quilts, photography and life. February 5
Lewiston, ID
Lloyd W. Allen Lloyd and Sherill (Cernan, CHS 59) have 1 child. Lloyd is a realtor. September 3
Centralia, IL
Darrell Dean Anglen Dean has 1 child and is employed by Southern Railroad.  
Lawrenceburg, KY
Sharon (Arning) Collier Sherri has 3 children and 2 grandchildren. She is retired and loves to travel. July 11
Scottsdale, AZ
Albert Babb Albert has 3 children and 7 grandchildren. He is a self-employed painter and enjoys traveling to see family. June 30
Benton, IL
Ronald Dean Bain Dean and Joanne (Johnnie, CHS 59) have 2 children. Dean is sales manager of American Building Products and enjoys golf. January 7
Centralia, IL
Marlena Kay (Baldridge) Mackie "Mo" is a college administrator. "Rocky" (Mackie, CHS 58) is a civil engineer. Their interests include reading, gardening. They collect antique fountain pens, and pencils. May 12
Brookfield, WI
Carolyn Kay (Ball) Kieffer Carolyn was a homemaker and had several children. [1993]  
Deceased
Nedra (Battles) Harting Nedra and Dee have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Nedra was retired. [1993]  
Deceased
William Bean Bill and Trisha have 3 children and 7 grandchildren. Bill is Director of CSBR International. He enjoys writing. April 21
Highland, CA
Ronnie Beard Ronnie and Helen have 2 children. Ron is a marketing rep for IBM. He attended the IBM Golden Circle of Recognition Event in 1984. [1993] March 27
Edwardsville, IL
Donald D. Benjamin Don and Shirley have 5 children. Don is a welder at I.C.G.RR. Don enjoys fishing, deer hunting and all wildlife. October 17
Centralia, IL
Joel T. Berkley Joel has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. Joel is a education instructor for the Boys and Girls Club of Chicago. He enjoys reading, movies, computing, sports and people. September 30
Richton Park, IL
Dianne (Betrourne) Cole Dianne and Tom have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Dianne is retired. She enjoys music, gardening, painting and travel. September 28
Centralia, IL
Harold D. Bibb, Jr Harold and Brenda have 3 children. Harold is Assistant Dean at University of Rhode Island. He enjoys singing with the South County Chamber Singers and coaching Little League baseball and basketball for his young son. February 12
Kingston, RI
William Birdo Attended freshman, sophomore, and junior years.  
Los Angeles, CA
Kathy (Black) Bushong Kathy and Harold have 2 children. Kathy was a RN at St. Mary's Hospital. [1983]  
Deceased
Elizabeth (Blackwell) Cowan "Betty" has 3 children and 6 grandchildren. Betty is a teacher in the Chicago Public Schools. She enjoys reading, basketball and movies. October 27
Hazelcrest, IL
Richard Blue Rich and Saunie (Hugo, CHS 58) have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Rich is owner of Rick's Bike-Tike. Rich enjoys antique vehicles, fishing and golf. January 6
Centralia, IL
Rita Boles Rita has 2 children and 4 grandchildren. She is an insurance salesman and works at Bronzarium Tanning Salon. She enjoys NASCAR racing. May 17
Centralia, IL
Barbara (Bond) Gibson Barbara and Paul have 2 children, 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Barbara is retired and enjoys ceramics, cooking, people watching and shopping. January 1
Centralia, IL
Jack Bonner Attended all four years.  
Riverside, CA
Ralph Vernon Bonner, Jr Attended all four years.  
Deceased
Jeanne (Borland) Donoho Jeanne has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. She is a driver's license examiner for the State of Illinois and enjoys camping and her grandchildren. Her one ambition is to find all the "kids" that went to school with us. July 9
Centralia, IL
William Thomas Boswell Bill and Joyce have 1 child and 1 grandchild. Bill is retired from the military and owner of Dura-Clean. [1988] January 22
Three Rivers, MI
Don Bourne Don and Iva have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. He worked for 25 years at the Washington State Department of Corrections and now is a long haul trucker. He enjoys landscaping and his trips to Reno. December 1
Shelton, WA
Dennis Bragg Attended freshman year.  
 
James S. Brady II Jim and Sarah have 2 children. They are very active in politics and small arms restriction legislation. Jim is chairman of Brain Injury Association. He enjoys trains, politics, birds and animals. August 29
Arlington, VA
Wanda (Breeze) Ceresia Wanda has 4 children and 2 grandchildren. Wanda is a part-time lab x-ray technician at B J C Med First. She enjoys walking, golf and traveling. She says that "Time spent with my friends, family and grandchildren is special." September 1
Chesterfield, MO
John Robert Brookman John and Ranae have 1 child. John is grocery manager at Schnucks Food Store. He enjoys church, motorcycles, sports and reading. September 24
Centralia, IL
Douglas Brown Doug and Kay have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Doug works for County Companies Insurance and enjoys collecting antiques and golf. September 19
Breese, IL
Judith (Brown) Polk Judy has 2 children and 3 grand children. She is a retired executive and business consultant. She dabbles in real estate, enjoys golf, painting and antiques. September 1
Hunter, NY
William H. Bryant Bill and Shirley have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. Bill is terminal manager for Beck Bus Transportation. He enjoys ham radio, woodworking, and is active in the Lions Club. July 14
Centralia, IL
Delane Buehne Delane and Debbie have 3 children. Delane is an evangelist minister and insurance broker for Western Southern Life. He enjoys computer programming and taking pictures.  
Decatur, IL
Neva (Bundy) Periman Neva and Larry have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Neva is a homemaker and enjoys flower gardening, reading, church work, genealogy research, traveling and is thinking of trying golf. November 1
Decatur, IL
Carroll Burton Attended freshman year. Carroll was an automotive technician. [1988]  
Deceased
Margaret (Burris) Brown Attended freshman year.  
Hazelwood, MO
Harold Dale Bushong Dale has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. He is a coal miner and enjoys gardening, crafts and workshop projects.  
Mulkeytown, IL
Delbert G. Bushong Delbert and Joyce have 2 children, 3 step-children and 5 grandchildren. Delbert is retired from teaching and is the P.E. Cross Regional Superintendent of Jefferson County. He has a race horse business and enjoys fishing and golf.  
Woodlawn, IL
Saundra (Campbell) Ghorbani Attended all four years.  
Chicago, IL
Carolyn (Carl) Kimley Carolyn and Robert have 5 children and 3 grandchildren. She is retired and enjoys the piano, gardening and painting. March 11
Caswell Beach, NC
Joan (Carlson) Klosterman Joan has 6 children and 8 grandchildren. She went back to school and is an RN. July 31
Centralia, IL
Marjorie (Carroll) Rueter "Mutt" and Delbert have 2 children. She was an elementary teacher. She enjoyed watching her son's involvement in sports [Kirk Rueter is a major league baseball pitcher], crafts and antiques. [1993]  
Deceased
Leon Carter Leon and Delores have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. Leon is an elementary school principal and, in 1997, received the Hoosier Governors Award for Principal of the Year; Administrator of Special education; and leader of the Year's Minority Achievement Award. He enjoys kids, reading, biking and running. March 19
Indianapolis, IN
Eddie Castellari Attended all four years.  
Deceased
Marlene Cerutti Attended freshman year.  
 
Judy (Chambers) Wernsman Judy and Russ have 4 children and 11 grandchildren. Judy is ministerial staff coordinator and enjoys reading, crafts, writing and family. July 31
Centralia, IL
Joe R. Chapman Joe was a plant manager. Joe has a BA degree from McKendree College and MBA from St. Louis University. [1983]  
Deceased
Nathaniel D. Clay Nat has 2 children and enjoys cards and calls. [1998] Nate was captain of the 1966-67 McKendree College basketball team and All-Conference in the Prairie College Conference. [1983] November 8
Centralia, IL
Evelyn (Cobb) Sharil Evelyn and Robert have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. She works in home health care and enjoys travel and collecting antiques. July 10
Decatur, IL
Judy (Cole) Campbell Judy and Bennie have 4 children and 1 grandchild. Judy is retired and enjoys fishing, sewing and crafts. November 11
Centralia, IL
E. Winston Connaway, Jr Buddy has 4 children and 5 grandchildren. He is supervisor at Missouri Department of Corrections. He enjoys fishing, camping, hunting and "chasing women". May 5
Moberly, MO
Janet (Cook) Featherling Janet has 2 children and 9 grandchildren. Janet is a homemaker and enjoys crafts and sewing. April 10
Centralia, IL
Jeanne (Cooksey) Jones Jeanne and Larry have 2 children. She works for Plainwell High School as a clerical aid. She enjoys golf, swimming and reading. November 1
Plainfield, MI
Charles Peter Cooper Charles and Jo Ann have 1 child and 2 grandchildren. He is owner of Kortz Outdoor Power and Foam Products. He enjoys traveling and fishing. June 15
Richview, IL
Jimmie D. Copple Jimmie and Patricia have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Jimmie is a principal engineer at Boeing (formerly McDonnell-Douglas). He enjoys golf and genealogy. October 21
Florissant, MO
Jimmie N. Copple Jimmie was a teacher in the Grade School System in Mt. Vernon. [1978]  
Deceased
Judith (Copple) Koelmel Judy and Dale have 1 child. Judy was a homemaker. Dale is VP at Magna First State Bank. [1988]  
Deceased
Miriam (Copple) Waggoner Miriam and Wilvin have 1 son and 4 grandchildren. Miriam has been a first grade teacher for 37 years, has her Masters Degree and enjoys her work. She enjoys farming, herbs, the grandchildren's activities, growing roses for her mother's grave, playing the piano and reading. August 4
Salem, IL
Nancy (Copple) Russell Nancy and Don have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Nancy is a sales rep for Pioneer Hi-Bred (a seed company) and is a grain farmer. She is the first woman president of the Washington county Farm Bureau. November 23
Richview, IL
Richard Copple Richard and Judy have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Richard is a real estate broker in South Texas. He writes "I enjoy my grandchildren, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf, golf and traveling to play golf." September 16
Georgetown, TX
Judith (Corzine) Atchison Judy and Gary (Atchison, CHS 61) have 2 children. Judy is a homemaker and enjoys bowling in two leagues, golf, and is a member of the Quilters guild of Indianapolis, West Side Quilters. She and Gary enjoy NASCAR races. August 26
Plainfield, IN
Leora (Coulter) McTall Leora and Ralph (McTall, CHS 57) have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Leora is a bookkeeper and secretary. They enjoy gardening and grandchildren. October 22
Irvington, IL
Judith (Craig) Wimpy Judy and Bill (Wimpy, CHS 58) have 2 children. Judy was a homemaker. [1988]  
Deceased
Larry D. Creed Larry and Grace have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Larry is retired and enjoys gardening and watching and caring for birds. August 17
Charlotte, NC
Shirley (Currie) Barnes Shirley has 8 children, 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Shirley is disabled and is on dialysis. She would enjoy cards and calls. May 3
Centralia, IL
Sondra (Curry) Wesley Sondra has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. She is retired and enjoys crafts and cooking. April 27
Centralia, IL
Terry Dahl Terry and Helen have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Terry is retired. His interests are his grandchildren, fishing and traveling. November 1
Tampa, FL
Antoinette (Darin) De Bernardi Tony and Bob have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. They are partners in the Fireplace Store. Tony manages St. Mary's Gift Shop. She enjoys her family, working with the Hospital Auxiliary and church. August 22
Centralia, IL
Glen A. Daum Glen has 2 children. Glen is president of Daum Music Associates, Inc., music producer, composer and arranger since 1978. Recent credits include music for Sesame Street (PBS), The Wubbulous World of Dr. Suess (Nickelodeon), The Boston Pops Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein's New York (Nonesuch Records), Mandy Patinkin Oscar and Steve and Mamaloshen, As The World Turns, and America Salutes Israel's 50th for Marvin Hamilisch (CBS-TV). Primary music composer for Turner Classic Movies. Glen writes "Beside my work, attending concerts and listening to jazz in clubs, music pretty well fills my time; and staying abreast of the activities of my children, of whom I'm extremely proud." November 16
New York, NY
Cara Ann (Davidson) Menke Cara Ann has 3 children, 3 stepchildren and 9 grandchildren. She is a cashier and food server at CKL of T Club Bingo. She enjoys movies, eating out, her grandchildren and taking pictures. January 22
Belleville, IL
Martha (Davis) Hoke Attended 2 years. Martha was a homemaker. [1983]  
Deceased
Margaret (Dearborn) Shahan Peggy and John have 1 child. Peggy is retired and spends her time between Chicago and Centralia. She enjoys gardening and New Orleans. January 28
Centralia, IL
Cleo Deboard Attended freshman year. Cleo was a farmer. [1983]  
Deceased
Walter A. Densler Wally and Mary have 3 children. He is co-owner of Balloon's 'N Things. He enjoys boating, reading and outdoor activities. July 24
Decatur, IL
Steve Didier Attended all four years.  
Deceased
Judy (Dobbs) Rohner Judy and Larry have 3 children and 9 grandchildren. They have owned and operated Buffalo Hills Exotics for the past 24 years. We breed and market a wide variety of exotic animals. She writes "This is a rewarding experience for both of us." September 27
Centralia, IL
Bonnie (Dodillet) Rushing Bonnie has 3 children. Bonnie is a homemaker. She enjoys reading, flowers, cooking and antiques. November 20
Pinckneyville, IL
Richard V. Donini [Dick is a school teacher.]  
Margate, FL
Larry Donaho Attended freshman year.  
Ft Wayne, IN
Robert M. Dorris Bob and Sharon have 3 children. Grim was a Master Sergeant in the Marines. [1978]  
Carterville, IL
Florence (Dowdy) Smith Florence and Gary have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. Florence is in Central Services at St. Mary's Hospital. She enjoys playing bingo. February 24
Centralia, IL
Roger A. Dromgold Roger has 1 child, 4 stepchildren, 6 step grandchildren. Roger works for the US Postal Service. He enjoys flower gardening and antique cars. August 16
Centralia, IL
Elmer Ray Dugan Elmer has 2 children and is a construction worker. [1993]  
Denver, CO
Robert A. Dunbar "Rat" and Joyce have 4 children and 13 grandchildren. Bob is retired after 30 years in the Navy. He enjoys travel.  
Fitchgerald, GA
Lois Edmonds Attended freshman year.  
 
Karen (Emrick) Cramblett Karen and James have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. Karen is a scopist for court reporters on P.C. She enjoys golf. May 4
Sun City, AZ
Barbara E. (Evers) Loughman "Bobbee" has 2 children. She is an immunologist executive for pharmaceutical R and D consultant. She enjoys choral music, and is a novice at golf and is a "sports spectator". October 26
Cincinnati, OH
Vida (Ewald) Bruss Vida has 5 children and 1 grandchildren. Vida is a middle school social studies teacher and says "This runs a close second to my family", as she loves it. She also enjoys golf and sports. [1993] September 30
Denmark, WI
David Fetgater David and Peggy have 3 children. He is the owner of an IGA Grocery. "I like the idea of inviting us that started with the class. I can't attend this year, but I hope you will do it again." [1993] August 9
Pryor, OK
Dennis Finley Dennis and Mary (Kasten, CHS 59) have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. He is self-employed and enjoys golf. May 1
Centralia, IL
Gary Finney Gary has 2 children and is a railroader. [1988]  
Beardstown, IL
Cynthia Joyce (Finney) Spicer Joyce and Gary have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. She is retired and enjoys taking care of her grandchildren, reading, travel and motorcycle races. October 2
Catlin, IL
Alice Fay (Flagg) Scott Fay has 4 children and 6 grandchildren. She is a radiation therapist and enjoys taking care of her grandchildren, music and reading. May 27
Centralia, IL
Richard R. Flanagan Dick has 2 children and 1 grandchild. He is a retired Illinois State Police officer and is director for Eagle Creek Country Club security. He enjoys golf and boating. February 14
Marco Island, FL
Velma (Fletcher) White Velma and Ray have 2 children and 5 grandchildren. Velma is a bank branch manager. She enjoys bowling, gardening, fishing and traveling. January 16
Decatur, IL
Philip M. Ford Phil and Jeanne have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. He is Senior VP & CFO for ESCO Electronics Corp.,[a diversified manufacturer of commercial and defense systems and products sold worldwide, with headquarters in St. Louis]. He enjoys golf. July 2
St. Charles, MO
Shirley (Forehand) Patterson Shirley has 4 children and 6 grandchildren. She works at Crossroad Community Hospital. She enjoys knitting, crocheting and sewing. November 11
Centralia, IL
Edward J. Fortag Eddie and Tillie have 2 children and 5 grandchildren. He is retired. Eddie enjoys hunting, fishing, camping and travel. He "is a full time RV'er". December 23
Waynesville, NC
Eddie Ray Foutch Eddie has 2 child and 10 grandchildren. He works at Cambridge. He enjoys hunting and fishing.  
Centralia, IL
Betty Foy Attended junior year.  
 
Rodney Galassini Rodney and Shirley have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Rodney works for Butternut Bread. He enjoys hunting and fishing. April 9
Centralia, IL
Thomas J. Gansauer Tom and Angie have 5 children and 3 grandchildren. Tom is a salesman for Butternut Bread. He says "Sorry, but I will be on vacation." October 18
Centralia, IL
Leonard Gant Attended freshman and sophomore years.  
Deceased
Billy John Garland    
Deceased
Burrell E. Garren Burrell and Ann have 1 child. He is a minister of Twinsburg, OH Church of Christ. He enjoys basketball, softball, fishing and gardening. October 16
Macedonia, OH
James B. Garrett Jimmy and Myra have 1 child. He is a computer consultant for his own business. He enjoys taking photos and collecting jazz CD's. April 15
Chicago, IL
Carl C. Garrison Carl has 3 children, 1 stepson and 2 grandchildren. He owns Tom-Ball Fencing Inc. and enjoys ranching.  
Pinehurst, TX
Mona (Gaston) Dehn Mona and Gerold have 11 children and 15 grandchildren. She is a homemaker and enjoys shopping, church and grandchildren.  
Centralia, IL
Nancy (Ghere) Borzager Nancy and Joseph have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Nancy was a homemaker. [1993]  
Deceased
Jerry C. Gibson Jerry and Loris have 2 children. Jerry is retired. He loves to travel, fish and work on computers. March 11
Godfrey, IL
Virginia (Givens) Rapp Attended all four years.  
Deceased
Kenneth Glenn Kenneth has 3 children and 4 grandchildren. He is a carpenter and farmer.  
Centralia, IL
Richard J. Goodman Dick and Betty have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. Dick is a machinist at I.C.G.RR. He enjoys model trains, grandchildren, sports and travel. February 26
Walnut Hill, IL
Carolyn (Gordan) Henson Carolyn has 3 children and 7 grandchildren. She is homemaker and enjoys Eastern Star, travel and crafts.  
Odin, IL
Barbara Sue (Gragg) Campbell Sue and Richard (Campbell, CHS 57) have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. Sue is an accountant and senior VP President of Campbell Engineering. She enjoys reading, sewing, hiking, walking, studying, travel and decorating her house. October 24
Huntsville, AL
Floyd M. Gray Floyd and Sheryle Jean have 2 children. Floyd is project manager for Stepping Stones for the Mentality Disabled. He enjoys golf and bowling. July 26
Haywood, CA
Larry D. Greene Larry and Nancy have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Larry is a professional custom picture framer. He is interested in civic affairs, computer science, horticulture, grandchildren and woodworking. October 17
Centralia, IL
Sandra (Gross) Harper Sandra and Jerry have 1 child and 2 grandchildren. She is owner of Cyrano's Bookstore and Cinema Off Center Playhouse, a cultural mini-mall with live theater, films, art gallery and cafe. She enjoys books, movies and theater. She is a founding member of the Alaska Center for the Book. August 13
Anchorage, AK
John L. Hall Attended freshman and sophomore years.  
Homestead, FL
Sammy Lee Hall    
 
Lolita (Hallam) Overly Lolly and Earl have 2 children. She is a homemaker. [1978]  
Jamestown, OH
Ronnie Hamburg Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
Deceased
Ramona (Hamilton) Johnson Ramona has 2 children. She is a freelance genealogist. Her interest include studies in Jungian psychology, mythology and theology. Her spare time is taken with reading, quilting, sewing and traveling. May 21
Sugarland, TX
Judith (Harvey) Moore Attended freshman year.  
Weber City, VA
Douglas Hast Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Thomas Haumesser Thomas has 2 children. Tom was an electrician. [1983]  
Deceased
Richard Haun Richard has 1 child. He is a Supervising Engineer in road construction. [1968]  
Greenwood, IN
Virgil D. Hawkins Virgil is a security guard.  
Las Vegas, NV
Bonnie Jean Hays Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Larry Hays Larry has 2 child and is retired. He enjoys Corvettes and woodworking. November 16
Mesa, AZ
David C. Heick David has 3 children, 3 stepchildren and 4 grandchildren. David is an insurance adjuster and workers compensation examiner. His interest is backyard art and gardening, hiking, exploring and outdoor concerts. September 20
Fenton, MO
Ralph Heitkamp Ralph and Barbara have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. He is an inspector worker at A.M. General Corp. He is interested in antiques. October 5
Centralia, IL
Roena (Henchey) Haley Roena has 3 children, 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She is a bakery hostess at Habbersons Food and Drugs and enjoys fishing. November 11
Omaha, NE
Ronnie Hess Attended freshman, sophomore and junior year.  
 
Sarah (Heyduck) Oestreich Sarah and Kenney have 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Sarah is a computer operator and billing clerk for the City of Centralia. July 29
Centralia, IL
Gloria Hibdon Attended junior year.  
 
Jean (Hicks) Niekrenz Attended all four years.  
Deceased
Robert G. Hight Bob and Mary Ann have 2 children. He is a teacher of graduate studies at Florida State University. He enjoys fishing, golf and travel. May 27
Tallahassee, FL
Beverly (Hill) Fehrmann Beverly and August have 6 children and 6 grandchildren. Beverly is a retired teacher. [1998] July 14
Corona, CA
Robert Hill Robert and Lelia have 3 children and 1 grandchild. He is in maintenance at Gluster-Mary Lee and enjoys fishing and hunting.  
Centralia, IL
Rufus H. Hill, Jr. Rufus and Delmar have 7 children. Rufus is retired. [1998]  
Centralia, IL
Sam Hill Attended freshman year.  
 
Olen Hiltibidal Olen has 6 children and several grandchildren. Olen enjoys hunting and fishing. [1993] April 13
Junction City, IL
Verla (Hirsch) Monical Verla and Edward have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. She is retired.  
Salem, IL
John E. Hollern (aka John Branch) "Twig" and Carol have 2 children and 5 grandchildren. He is retired and enjoys gardening, biking, walking and sports. August 31
Champaign, IL
William L. Hough Bill attended all four years.  
Deceased
James Houser James and Sheryl have 3 children and several grandchildren. James was an electronic and microwave operator for telephone-radio-radar stations. [1983]  
Deceased
Robert D. Howe Bob and Delores have 4 children, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He works at Nashville Interior Systems, is a first responder and Fire Chief for Irvington. January 1
Irvington, IL
Mable (Huffman) Vaughn Mable and John have 6 children. She is a homemaker. [1993]  
Centralia, IL
Betty Huggins Attended freshman, sophomore, and junior years.  
 
Larry Huggins    
 
David Hughes Attended freshman year.  
 
Larry W. Hugo Larry and Jewell have 2 children. Larry is a purchasing manager. He enjoys international travel, collecting antique brass bells and candlesticks. December 24
Arlington, TX
Saundra (Hugo) Blue Saunie and Rich (Blue, CHS 58) have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Saunie is secretary to the Centralia Fire Chief. December 4
Centralia, IL
William Michael Janes Mike and Mary have 2 children. He is national account sales manager for MacMillan Bloedel of America and Arkansas Container Corp. He enjoys yacht racing, golf and piano. [1993] July 1
Woodstock, GA
Robert J. Jansen Bob and Vicky have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Bob is road master for Burlington Northern Sante Fe Railway. He enjoys hunting, fishing and golf. December 24
Creston, IA
Harley Leroy Jasper Harley and Dianne have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Harley is a truck driver for Kirby Risk. He enjoys camping, fishing and hunting. December 7
Centralia, IL
Michael M. Jensen Mike and Charlotte have 2 children. He is in real estate. He loves western art and collectibles of the 1940's. [Charlotte is the art teacher at Centralia High School.] November 2
Centralia, IL
Juanita (Jeter) Buntyn Attended all four years.  
Coperces Cove, TX
Oliva (Johnson) Green Oliva and Leonard have 5 children and 7 grandchildren. Oliva is a certified medical secretary and is employed at St. Mary's Medical Center in Long Beach as an administrative assistant. She enjoys meeting people, going to church and lending a helping hand whenever needed. September 10
Paramount, CA
Don W. Jones Don has 1 child. Don has a BS ME from Missouri School of Mines. He is Lead Test Engineer with IBM for the Saturn V Instrument Unit Mechanical System. [1968]  
Huntsville, AL
Emma Jones Attended freshman year.  
 
Nona K. (Jones) Spencer Nona has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Nona is a customer service rep for Quebecor Petty. She loves to crochet, sew plastic canvas and work in her yard. September 20
Salem, IL
Rosa Jones Attended freshman year.  
 
Jay Jourdan Jay has 2 children and runs a laundry. [1988]  
Gulf Breeze, FL
Richard Kavanaugh "Birdie" has 3 children and is retired.  
Centralia, IL
Marian Keister Attended freshman year.  
 
David Allen Kell David and Beverly have 4 children. He is employed in the Centralia Schools System. He enjoys gardening, bowling and baking. February 7
Centralia, IL
Martha (Killie) Jowers Martha and Derrill "Sonny" have both worked for Southern Bell Telephone and are retired. She enjoys travel, stain glass and golf. August 13
Sun City, AZ
Wesley Kincaid Wesley and Fran have 7 children and 9 grandchildren. He works for the B.N.RR and loves target shooting. October 3
Centralia, IL
Marion A. (Knight) Wood Marion has 8 children, 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She is co-owner of wood, plumbing, electric and H.V.A.C. business. Marion says "We pastor a church", like to travel, shop and attend gospel singing. August 9
Deatsville, AL
Betty (Kugel) Humphrey Betty and Jerry have 3 children. Betty is a dietitian. [1998] December 25
Davenport, IA
Herman Lawson Herman works in construction. July 16
Centralia, IL
Paul F. Lehmann Paul and Nadine have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Paul is semi-retired. He enjoys traveling and fishing. August 16
Centralia, IL
Judy Ann Lender Judy is a computer analyst for Rand. She enjoys genealogy, reading, computers, financial and retirement planning, animal rights and speculative science. March 15
Playa Del Ray, CA
Janet (Long) King Janet is a homemaker. She enjoys watching figure skating and gymnastics on TV. May 8
Irvington, IL
Jeanette (Long) Henson Jeanette and Howell "Bud" have 3 children. Jeanette is a day care teacher. She enjoys reading, sewing, quilting, playing the organ and crafts. May 8
Marion, IL
Jerry Long Jerry has 2 children. He drives for Coca-Cola. [1983] May 8
Centralia, IL
Sandra Kay (Lowrance) Etheridge Sandy has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. She is manager of the Centralia High School cafeteria. [1998]  
Centralia, IL
Billy Gene Loyd Bill attended all four years.  
Deceased
Barbara Quen Lucking Attended all four years.  
 
Larry G. McAllister Larry enjoys yard work, horses and his family. December 27
Centralia, IL
Judy (McClelland) Konhorst Judy and Tom have 2 children and several grandchildren. Judy works at Byrd Watson's Drug. [1993]  
Centralia, IL
Betty McCraw Attended freshman year.
 
Dorthy (McGregor) Carter Dot has 2 children. Dot is a teacher at Mt. Vernon High School. She has been an official for the Illinois High School Association's State Tournament in softball and volleyball since 1981. She enjoys bass fishing. April 2
Mt. Vernon, IL
Jerry McPhail Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
Colorado Springs, CO
Roscoe L. Mackie "Rocky" is a civil engineer and "Mo" (Baldridge, CHS 58) is a college administrator. They enjoy reading, music, collecting old fountain pens and slide rules. November 2
Brookfield, WI
Carol Marcum Carol is a secretary.  
Arlington Heights, IL
Barbara (Maroon) Hargis Barbara and Don have 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She is Director of St. Mary's Home Care Services. She loves fishing, traveling and gardening. October 3
Centralia, IL
Virgil Marshall Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Kenneth C. Matousek Ken and Nancy have 2 children. Ken is a chemist. He loves travel, hiking and computers. October 13
Peoria, IL
Norman Matthews Norman has 2 children and 7 grandchildren. Norman works for Illinois Power. [1993]  
Odin, IL
Jean (Maxfield) Miller Jeannie attended all four years.  
Deceased
Eddie J. Mays Ed has 2 children. He is employed at Jim Ford Men's Wear.  
Kell, IL
Marguerite (Meador) Schroeder "Margie" and Larvin have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Margie is a homemaker. She enjoys genealogy, DAR, Eastern Star and her grandchildren. April 2
Chatham, IL
Shirley Ann (Meeks) Hudson Shirley and Henry have 2 children. Shirley is owner of Hudson Computer Service. She has a Doctorate in Computer Programming and Consulting. November 19
Centralia, IL
Paul Melton Paul and Mary have 2 children. Paul was a farmer and worked at the Centralia Sentinel. [1988]  
Deceased
Sherry (Melton) Howard Sherry has 6 children and 12 grandchildren. Sherry works at De Mouling Brothers and makes band uniforms. She enjoys sewing and her grandchildren. March 30
Walnut Hill, IL
Carol (Mercer) Plassman Carol is a medical transcriptionist. Since Carol and Fred (Plassman, CHS 58) were married in 1996, she has lived in Maryland, North Carolina and Texas. Carol enjoys travel, movies, live theater and reading. January 18
Austin, TX
Mildred (Merrell) Correll Mildred has 4 children and 12 grandchildren. She is an assembler at Rockwell International and is a union steward. She enjoys bowling, collecting porcelain dolls.[1998] April 29
Centralia, IL
George Meyer George has 2 children and 3 grandchildren. He is retired (and was Captain at the Centralia Fire Department).  
Centralia, IL
Matthew A. Meyer, III Matthew has 3 children. He is zone manager for Kroger. [1993] June 19
Morton, IL
Sara (Meyer) Hochgrebe Sara and Ralph have 1 son. Sara is a RN - Disability CM Coordination General American. Sara enjoys her number one hideout - "Our home on Raccoon Lake." November 26
St. Louis, MO
Charles Mifflin Charles has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. He is retired and would enjoy cards or letters. August 25
Centralia, IL
Edith Kay (Miller) Criley Edith and David have 1 child. Edith is a tax practitioner and works at Walmart.  
Centralia, IL
Jerry D. Miller Jerry and Trudy have 3 children. He is in marketing. He enjoys travel, boating, fishing, golf and coaching baseball. June 26
Kansas City, MO
Gerald Miller Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
 
Samuel Miller Sam attended sophomore, junior and senior years.  
 
Stephen Miller Steve and Sharon have 3 children. He is employed by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers.  
Centralia, IL
George E. Minor George and Sharon have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. "Bunny" is a painting contractor and enjoys bowling. April 8
Odin, IL
Ramona (Monaghan) Richards Ramona has 4 children and 4 grandchildren. "Ciggie" is a homemaker. She enjoys bingo and traveling. [1993]  
Cisine, IL
Kirby Jane (Mooney) Lawson Kirby has 2 children. She was a mortgage loan officer with City Federal Mortgage. [1988]  
Deceased
Ruth Andrea (Moore) Evisch Andrea and Jerry have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. Andrea does quality control at Universal Packing. August 16
Centralia, IL
Judith (Morgan) Osborn Judy has 3 children.  
Anchorage, AK
Richard Dean Morton Dick and Judith have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Dick is an accountant. He enjoys golf and travel. November 17
Pensacola, FL
Ruthann (Mullins) Ritter Ruthann and Jerry have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Ruthann is a chemist. She spends a lot of time in her garden organic gardening, growing and learning herbs; enjoys the woods; having farm animals and building a house. August 4
Winnsboro, TX
Mary (Mundy) Simcox    
Deceased
Ron Murray Attended freshman and sophomore years.  
Deceased
John Myers Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
Centralia, IL
Rose (Myers) Davidson Rose and Max work at the Decatur Memorial Hospital. Rose is in medical records. [1993]  
Decatur, IL
Billy Joe Needham Bill is a medical and nuclear medicine technologist. [1993] November 30
Pinckneyville, IL
Marlene (Neff) Flick Marlene has 3 girls and 2 grandchildren. She is a nurse in the Jefferson Barracks VA Hospital. She enjoys baseball, travel and reading. December 13
St. Louis, MO
Carol (Newman) Sodka Attended freshman year.  
Wauconda, IL
Ronald Newman Ron has 3 children and is a contractor.  
Naples, FL
Thomas Leroy Niemeyer Tom and Judith have 5 children and 6 grandchildren. He is an electrical engineer for Electrical Systems, Inc., Lansing, IL. He enjoys motorcycles, computers and watching TV. July 30
Crete, IL
Carol Ann (Norfleet) Shannholtzer Ann has 2 children. She is a bookkeeper and enjoys flowers, reading and crocheting. January 25
Champaign, IL
Michael D. Offutt Attended sophomore, junior and senior years.  
Deceased
William D. Onn [Bill owns his own consulting business in petrochemicals and gas liquids. Shirley is Director, University of Calgary Press. They moved from Montreal in 1977 to be near the Rocky Mountain ski areas. His wife says that Bill is a superb skier.][1998]  
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Sandra Palmer Attended sophomore year.  
 
Sharren Kay Palmer Attended sophomore year.  
 
Janet (Parkinson) Shiels Janet and Tom have 4 children and 1 grandchild. She is a homemaker and loves golf. [1993]  
Seneca Falls, NY
August Pawlisa "Augie" and Carol (Woods, CHS 58) have 1 child and 3 grandchildren. Augie is a pipe fitter at Illinois Power. He loves to fish. July 7
Centralia, IL
Barbara (Peak) Hart Barbara and Lee have 5 children. Barbara is employed at Murray's. She is an accomplished artist and has sold her works for many years. Lee works at Centralia Correctional Center. [1988]  
Centralia, IL
Richard Pearce Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Larry L. Perkins "Pudge" and Barbara have 1 child. Pudge is a pipe fitter, plumber and has his own business. He enjoys wood burning, painting landscapes and still life. April 28
Centralia, IL
Jeanne (Peters) Nelms Jeanne is retired from Illinois Bell. She enjoys camping, fishing and bowling. [1993] December 16
Centralia, IL
Gale Petrea Gale and Barbara have 2 children. Gale owns the Petrea Furniture Store. January 28
Centralia, IL
Richard Petterson Richard and Pat have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. He is retired and enjoys working in his yard.  
Salem, IL
Preston Pettis Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Catherine (Phelps) Miller Cathy and Harry have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Cathy works at St. Mary's as a nurses aid and at Centralia Manor as a beautician.  
Centralia, IL
Carol Ann (Phillips) Green Carol and James have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. Carol is a bookkeeper for Jim's Consolidated Water Service. She enjoys reading, crafts, boating and travel. August 13
Centralia, IL
John Frederick Plassman Fred has 4 children and 4 grandchildren. He is a senior software engineer with IBM. He enjoys reading, live theater, movies (foreign and independent), and music (traditional country, bluegrass and Baroque). Fred and Carol (Mercer, CHS 58) were married March 1996 in Bermuda. June 22
Austin, TX
Corrine L. (Poehler) Baggett Corrine and Bob have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Corrine is semi-retired and is a part-time teacher. She enjoys travel, movies and live theater. December 4
Vandalia, IL
Larry G. Pontious Larry and Violet have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Larry works at Egyptian Concrete. He enjoys woodworking and remote controlled airplanes. [1993] August 30
Centralia, IL
Charles D. Potter Charles and Joyce have 2 children. He is retired and enjoys fishing. February 17
South Elgin, IL
Jerry Prather Jerry and Andrea have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Jerry is owner of Prather's Metal Co. and enjoys golf. May 5
Centralia, IL
Gerry Puler Attended junior year.  
 
Delores Ann (Pulley) Singleton Delores works at the Department of Justices in immigration and enjoys reading and traveling. January 21
Vista, CA
Marcelle Putt Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
 
Sandra (Queen) Uhls Sandra has 4 children and 6 grandchildren. She is retired and enjoys bowling, crafts and flea markets.  
Virginia Beach, VA
Gerald M. Quick Gerald and Judy have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Gerald is handyman. He enjoys travel, camping and collecting die cast cars and trucks. January 15
Salem, IL
Jo Ann (Redeker) Besant Jo and Verle have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. Jo is retired. She enjoys traveling and grandchildren April 23
Centralia, IL
Judith C. (Reeder) Rittis Judi and James have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. Judi is a homemaker and enjoys gardening. November 23
Fithian, IL
Sharon Reid Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
 
Tom Reeves Tom and Anne have 1 child and 1 grandchild. He is a general construction manager for Lerner Enterprise. He enjoys the beach and fishing. September 2
Alexandria, VA
Brenda Gale (Rhoton) Ernst Brenda is retired as VP from Barnes-Jewish Hospital. She enjoys traveling and reading, gardening, tennis and attending National AAU Senior Men's Basketball tournaments that Mike plays in. August 29
Chesterfield, MO
Dixie (Richards) Bryant Dixie worked at Murray Center. [1993]  
Deceased
Patricia Richardson Attended sophomore year.  
 
Gerald Wayne Ring Jerry and Darlene have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. Jerry is employed by the U.S. Post Office and enjoys travel, camping and square dancing. August 8
Centralia, IL
Jim Robinett Attended freshman, sophomore and junior years.  
Deceased
Ernie E. Robnett Ernie and Margaret have 5 children and 11 grandchildren. Ernie is a painting contractor.  
Centralia, IL
Verlaine (Roethemeyer) Featherling Verlaine and Russ have 2 children, 3 grandchildren and 3 step grandchildren. Verlaine is retired. August 3
Centralia, IL
Carolyn (Rollinson) Hugette Carolyn has 2 children and was a homemaker. [1993]  
Deceased
Mary Jane (Roux) Matthews "Pete" has 2 children and several grandchildren.  
Odin, IL
Betty (Sanders) Daugherty Betty has 1 child and 1 grandchild. She has been a RN Associate Director of the Community Mental Health Center for 24 years. She enjoys forensic science, reading, scrabble and finding new restaurants in Chicago. May 23
Chicago, IL
Bill D. Sanders Bill has 1 child. Bill was awarded various industry awards for TV commercials and print advertising. [1988]  
Deceased
Dean Sanders Attended freshman year.  
 
Fred Sanders Fred and Vivian have 2 children. Fred was a driver for Warner enterprise. [1993]  
Deceased
Janet Sue (Sanders) Niedbalski Janet has 4 children. Janet is a homemaker and enjoys TV and crocheting. January 18
Centralia, IL
Robert Sassorossi "Sass" and Judy have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. He is employed at Ramar Co. December 15
Centralia, IL
Margaret K. (Scheriger) Phelps "Susie" has 4 children and is a homemaker. [1993]  
Green Acres, FL
Michael Joseph Scheriger "Mick" has 3 children and 2 grandchildren. He is a CPA and enjoys golf. March 23
Centralia, IL
Janice (Schnake) Friedrick Attended all four years.  
Belleville, IL
Ralph Schuchman Jr Attended freshman year.  
 
Sheila Schuchmann Attended freshman year.  
Deceased
Sue (Schnute) Austin Attended freshman and sophomore year.  
Anaheim, CA
Patricia (Schuermann) Frazer Pat has 2 stepchildren and is a homemaker. She enjoys rehabbing houses. Lew is Executive Director for Habitat For Humanity, homes for people in need. [1993]  
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ronald L. Schwartz Ronnie has 3 children and 5 grandchildren. He is a truck driver and enjoys golf. September 10
Centralia, IL
Robert L. Selle Bob and Janet have 8 children and 2 grandchildren. Bob is a farmer and enjoys hunting and fishing. He has the best strawberries in town. February 27
Centralia, IL
Dale Shaw Dale and Katherine have 1 child. He is retired.  
Lincoln, NE
Shirley (Shook) Hall Shirley and Bob have 2 sons and 2 grandchildren. Shirley is retired and her special interest is playing hand bells. June 30
Boynton Beach, FL
Beverly (Simmons) Short Beverly has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. She enjoys golf, tennis, quilting and sewing. [1993] May 24
St. Charles, MO
Thomas A. Simmons Tom and Linda have 2 children. Tom is a technician for Ameritech. Tom works with the Cultural Society and enjoys ham radio.  
Centralia, IL
Julius P. Sisson J.P. and Marilyn have 5 children and 4 grandchildren. He is an electrician. He enjoys ham radio (K9DNH), motorcycles and flying. [1993] March 12
Litchfield, IL
Jo Ann (Skibinski) Cooper JoAnn and Charles have 1 child and 2 grandchildren. They operate Kortz Outdoor Power equipment and Foam Products. She enjoys travel, gardening, walking and reading. December 2
Richview, IL
Jacqueline (Skort) Graves Jackie has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Jackie is an insurance representative for State Farm Insurance. She loves reading, movies, flea markets and antique stores, shopping, travel and time with grandchildren. July 14
Franklin, TN
William D. Smallwood Bill and Dianne have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Bill is a CPA. He enjoys fishing and barbershopping. March 17
Centralia, IL
Jim Smith Attended freshman year.  
 
Russell Smith Russ and Loretta have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. Russ is retired and enjoys outdoor activities and golf.  
Centralia, IL
Carol (Sneed) Newman Carol has 3 children and 8 grandchildren. She s a receptionist in a doctor's office.  
Naples, FL
Patrica (Sommers) Snyder Pat has 1 child and is a homemaker.  
Centralia, IL
Janice (Soper) Organ Janice has 6 children, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She works at Noleman Carpet Cleaning. She enjoys antiques and Blue Willow glassware.  
Salem, IL
Margaret (Sprehe) Patton "Maggie" and David have 2 children. Maggie teaches dancing. David is a political science teacher. [1993]  
Worthington, OH
Ellen Jane (Spurgeon) Clark Jane has 3 stepchildren, 1 step grandchild. She is a homemaker and enjoys reading, shopping and her black cat named Boo-Boo (who is spoiled rotten). October 22
Decatur, IL
Sandra S. (Stalcup) Boyles Sandy and Thomas "Woody" are business partners. Sandy enjoys home, sewing, sorority and volunteer work for Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches. April 15
Lake Worth, FL
Anna Bell (Starr) Miller Annie has 3 children. [1993]  
Quincy, IL
Billy Starr Billy has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. Billy retired from the Marines in 1980 and is now a warehouse worker. He enjoys fishing and boats. November 18
Cadiz, KY
Robert G. Staudte, Jr Bob has 2 children. [He is a statistics professor at La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. In 1998-1999, Bob is a visiting professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland.] He enjoys classical music, fine restaurants, travel, tennis and chess. April 5
Eaglemount, Victoria, Australia
Barbara (Stephens) Alli Barbara and Sam have 3 children and are owners of General Builders.  
Centralia, IL
Carol Sue (Stephens) Nyswonger Carol and Stan have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. She is the manager of Mel Tillis' Gift Shop called "Roosters" and enjoys reading and needlework. She writes "This is our busy season and I can't get away. Anyone coming down, come see me. I work Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 to 7:00. I would love to see everyone." December 19
Branson, MO
Marvin L. Stewart Marvin and Barbara have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. He works for Hazelwood School District. Marvin's interests are history, music, photography and astronomy "Thank you, Mr. Mansel." September 25
O'Fallen, MO
Ronald R. Stinson Ron and Dianne have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. Ron is a retired mathematics teacher and part-time proofreader for a community newspaper. He enjoys oil painting, sports, travel and grandchildren. October 25
Greendale, WI
Lowell Stoneciper Lowell and Mary Ann have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Lowell is an orthopedic surgeon and breeds cattle as a hobby. December 7
Jackson, TN
Barbara (Stover) Luttrell Ennis Barbara has 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Barbara is an attorney, corporation counsel for a pharmaceutical distributor. She enjoys traveling, walking, beach going, antiques and art shows. July 19
Orlando, FL
Beverly (Stricker) Petty Beverly has 1 child and works for DORS (in health care service). She enjoys making and selling crafts and going to rummage sales. August 15
Centralia, IL
Ernest Stuber Ernie and Sandy (Robbins, CHS 61) have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. He works at Wheaton Plastics as a material supplier. He enjoys hunting. October 12
Centralia, IL
Jerry E. Stuber Jerry and Linda have 7 children, 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Jerry is an electrician at Caterpillar. He enjoys hunting, RV'ing, traveling and computers. August 19
Canton, IL
Wanda Lee (Sundermeyer) Christensen "Lee" has 5 children and 9 grandchildren. She is semi-retired. She enjoys antiques, art and travel, hot air ballooning and gardening. November 1
Centralia, IL
Peggy (Swain) Galbreath Peggy and Dan have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Peggy is child-care route assistant for Beck Buses and works for the American Legion. She enjoys travel, bingo and walking. May 28
Centralia, IL
Bert Thompson Attended freshman and sophomore years.  
Lockhart, IL
Carol (Thorton) Curles Attended junior and senior years.  
Cincinnati, OH
Suzanne M. (Tilley) Fink Suzanne and Newton have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Suzanne is retired and sometime subs as a teacher. She enjoys music, her grandchildren and traveling. April 25
Table Grove, IL
Anthony Tillman Anthony has 4 children and 3 grandchildren. He is dock loader for Butternut Bread. He enjoys golf. May 16
Peoria, IL
Barbara (Timmons) Roberts Barbara and dale have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. Barbara is retired and enjoys bingo, antiques and flea markets. August 1
Centralia, IL
Shirley (Todd) Smith Shirley has 2 children and 5 grandchildren. She is a homemaker.  
Centralia, IL
Morris W. Tolley Morris has 4 children and is a teacher.  
Centralia, IL
John W. (Jack) Tyler Jack and Judith have 2 children. He is VP of Community Bank marketing group insurance and investment brokerage. He enjoys running and swimming. October 19
Atlanta, GA
Shirley Underwood Attended freshman and sophomore years.  
 
Irelean Nancy (Vaughn) Smith Nancy has 4 children and 18 grandchildren. She works at Cambridge and enjoys aerobics, sewing and having fun. March 21
Centralia, IL
Bob Wackenheim Attended freshman year.  
 
Betty Walker Attended junior year.  
 
Olan T. Walls II    
De Soto, MO
Roy Warnecke Attended freshman year.  
China Springs, TX
Dwayne "Red" Watson    
Deceased
Phyllis June (Watts) Hanke Phyllis and Don have 2 children, 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Phyllis is senior bank teller. She enjoys family activities, work, junkin' and outdoors. February 26
Carlyle, IL
Julian Higginbotham Webber, Jr Julian works for the State of Illinois. He enjoys music, collecting art and travel. September 17
Chicago, IL
Lloyd Wert Lloyd and Beverly have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Lloyd is a real estate salesman and enjoys golf, TV and reading. July 27
Centralia, IL
Brenda (Wesley) Lawson Brenda and Willie have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Brenda works at Cambridge.  
Centralia, IL
Janean (West) Gray Janean and Robert have 2 children. She owns a craft shop. [1993]  
Ozark, MO
Betty (Wheeler) Merkle Betty has 1 child and 3 grandchildren. She is in dietary department at St. Mary's Hospital. April 20
Centralia, IL
John O. White John and his wife have 4 children and 9 grandchildren. John is retired after working for 30 years at Motorola Tech Center in Schaumberg. He currently is code enforcement officer in Carpentersville. He enjoys politics and antique collecting. February 6
Carpentersville, IL
Gary P. Wiehken Gary and Patsy have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. He is owner of Wiehken Financial Services. He enjoys golf, fishing, computers and grandchildren. October 29
Mechanicsburg, PA
Douglas P. Williams Attended all four years.  
San Franciso, CA
Carrol L. Wilson Carrol has 2 children and 3 grandchildren. He is retired (and was employed the City of Centralia) and enjoys travel and fishing.  
Centralia, IL
Marla (Wilson) Booth Marla and Mike (Booth, CHS 61) have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. Marla is retired (and was owner of the Janet Mirror Shop) and loves it. She also enjoys travel, boating and gardening. Mike is owner of Frank's Prescription Pharmacy. December 29
Centralia, IL
William H. Wimpy Bill has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. He is a truck driver. June 16
Centralia, IL
Carol (Woods) Pawlisa Carol and Augie (Pawlisa, CHS 58) have 1 child and 3 grandchildren. Carol is an ophthalmic assistant at Eyecare. April 7
Centralia, IL
Cecile Ann Woodside Attended sophomore year.  
 
Loretta Sue Woolbright Loretta is a retired educator. She enjoys reading and shopping. She writes "I was able to retire 5 years ago which was like winning the lottery. A dream come true. After a very busy career, I now try to avoid any organized activity and do only things I want to do." May 3
Centralia, IL
Gary Wooters Gary has several children and 3 grandchildren. Gary was a truck driver. [1993]  
Deceased
Jerry Wooters Jerry and Juanita have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Jerry is an importer and shipper of fruits and vegetables. He enjoys travel, his roses, motor scooter and is a square dance caller.  
Pharr, TX
Kenneth J. York Kenny and Gloria have 2 children and 1 grandchild. Kenny is an electrician and instrument technician. He is financial secretary of Local 146 International Chemical Workers Union and is the treasurer of the local community group. May 19
Lompoc, CA
Dexter L. Young Dexter has 7 children and 2 grandchildren. He is a construction and property manager. He enjoys all sports and his children. June 9
Los Angeles, CA
Charles John Zander C.J. is a producer and director of several theater groups in St. Louis and Chicago and is a professor at Columbia College Chicago.  
Oak Park, IL
Ronald G. Ziegler Ron and Gayle (Pawlisa, CHS 61) have 1 child and 1 grandchild. Ronnie is the plant engineer at the University of Illinois. He enjoys flea markets and collects beer steins. June 9
Champaign, IL
Joyce Ann (Zimmerman) White Joyce and Kenny (White, CHS 57) have 3 children and 6 grandchildren. Joyce is a secretary at Ace Hardware. She enjoys reading and gardening. Kenny is the owner of White's Trucking and Recycling Center. May 30
Centralia, IL
David Boles David has 3 children and 7 grandchildren. He is a salesperson. He says "Since Celis and I live on thirty five wooded acres, I enjoy staying home. I love nature, hunting and collecting coins." February 4
Percy, IL

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