Another up-dated post. NEW E-MAIL

Please add this up-date to your e-mail list of classmembers:

Burt Smith: New e-mail for Burt O. Smith
bodlsmith@epud.net Burt Oliver and Dixie L. Smith

Once again, Thanks to Lila Scott for scouting out this new information.

If any of you class members have up-dates, please send them in

Thanks!

Another Class Member Passes

Thanks to Lila Scott for receiving the latest information on Fred Willis.

Fred Willis

Fred's brother, Paul Willis reports that Fred passed away in October of 2008 in Ridgecrest, California. Fred's ashes were buried in the family plot on October 3rd, 2008, in the Wynooche Cemetery here in Montesano. Fred was 73 at the time of his passing.

Paul apologized for not announcing it in the local paper at the time and said he didn't realize there would be any around that would have remembered his brother.

The Class of "55" recognizes Fred as a memorable member of the Class and extends a belated condolence to the family.

Montesano High School "Class of 55"

This blog site is now available to all Class of 55 classmembers. Check in and look it over...you may make comments by clicking the "comment" section at the lower right hand corner of each post. Let us know of any happenings or up-dates you have to share.

Thanks for visiting the Class of 55 Blogspot!

(to view all posted blogs, click on "2009" to the right in "Blog Archive" and scroll down)

Hello to all Classmembers of the Class of "55"

Welcome to the "Class of 55" Blog...This spot will be open to all classmembers to check in and view all up-dates and to leave your comments.

This Blog is perhaps the best way to keep in touch and a great way for us to plan the 55th get-together coming up the Summer of 2010.

Although it sounds like a long time away, it will soon be 2010 and plans will start taking shape as we near the target date.

Please send in any changes in your addresses, telephone #'s and e-mail.

By keeping touch we will have all information at hand to ease

Class of 55 to hold 55th Reunion in the Summer of 2010

At the 50th Class Reunion, the Class of 55 voted to hold a "55th" Reunion in the Summer of 2010. More details will be planned after January to decide the date and place. Look for further announcements from time to time for up-dates on the 55th Reunion.

Class of "55" 55th Reunion Planning Committee.

Send in all your updated addresses, telephone #'s, Cell phone and e-mail addresses to: Class of 55, 7 Kayla Drive, Montesano, WA 98563 or, send in photos and information to: charbett@comcast.net

Obit from Palmer, AK, recent.

Max A. Lukin
Long time Alaska resident, Max A. Lukin, 71, passed away February 28, 2009 at his home after a long fight with cancer while surrounded by his devoted family. A memorial service is being held at The Church of the Nazarene in Palmer, AK, Saturday, March 7th at 2:00 p.m.
Max is survived by Emily, his wife of 41 years, his children; Carlene and Mike Hurd of Sumner, WA, Martin and Oksana Lukin of Sumner, WA, Lorraine and Robert Bartlett of Roy, WA, Dean and Maija Lukin of Kotzebue, AK. He also enjoyed spending time with his 15 grandchildren.
Max came to Alaska in 1960 to log Southeast, AK timber after working for various timber companies in the Pacific Northwest. He moved to Ketchikan in 1975 and became a well known and respected bush pilot. In 2003, Max and Emily moved to Palmer, AK.
Max has touched many lives with his gentle smile and helpful ways. He enjoyed flying, hunting, and fishing. Most importantly, he loved making memories with his family and friends.
There will be a celebration of life gathering in Ketchikan in June where we will lay his ashes to rest. Date to be decided.

Local Obituaries list former Coach/teacher

Both the local Aberdeen Daily World and the Montesano Vidette list a former Coach/teacher of Montesano High School during our High School days.

Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan of Wanah in Honolulu, Hawaii, died on Wednesday, March 11,. 2009, while on vacation with his wife, Joan. He was 84.

He had coached football at Montesano in the 50's. In 1979 he joined the National Football League's Buffalo Bills franchise as a scout.

A memorial service took place Saturday, March 21, at Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church in Gig Harbor.

Arrangement were by Haven of Rest in Gig Harbor.

Candid shots of some of the "50"th Class Reunion

A few shots of the 50th Class Reunion held in 2005

Present Montesano High School facilities

The present High School Facility, Montesano High School

The view of the Grandstand across from the High School

Monte High Class of "55" 20th Year Class Reunion

The 20th Class Reunion of the "Class of 55" was a bit more "laid-back"

We were a little wiser, raising families and right in the middle of the

wild "70's...

Monte High Class of "55" 10th Year Reunion

This photo was taken at the 10th. Class Reunion of the "Class of 55"

Note the Class Motto on the wall behind the group...

"Our Goal in Life is Tomorrow's Future...

Our Accomplished Deeds, Ours Forever"

Graduation of "1955"

The graduating "Class of 55" on the front steps of the Montesano High School.

48 classmembers made up the class of "55" a typical class size of that era.

Montesano High School era 1913 - 1997

The Montesano High School was a long-time landmark in the city of Montesano. The building was erected in 1913 and served the community until 1997. In the early years, the front of the building was home to beautiful ivy that changed to fall colors of red's to maroon. It was fitting, since the School Colors were maroon and grey. The building was demolished in 1997 to make way for the new High School that is located on the site of the former Wheeler Field. The building pictured above, was home to the Class of "55" from kindergarten to graduation.

In Memory Page updated

Some have asked for an update on the "In Memory" page. This is the page as of 3-22-09.

From top: Lawrence Louthan, Richard Kiliz, Carol Spangler

Charlotte Satterstrom, Mary Bea Dickenson, Bonnie Bennifield, Joanna Christensen, Sharon Verville, Dave Colton, Eloise Anker, Mr. Donald Hoyt, Marion Durrin and Max Lukin. Fred Willis has been added to the list and will be included in the photo in the future.

Where to send your information

Send your up-dates and new information to: Class of "55", 7 Kayla Drive Montesano, WA 98563

Or, you may send in your information to: charbett@comcast.net Send pictures as attachments and any other new information you may have.

You may also add any updates or comments in the "Comment" section at the bottom of each posting.

Thanks!

Class of "55" Information and up-dates

Welcome to the Montesano High School Class of "55" Blog spot. Please feel free to visit often and view the latest news, information and up-dates.

Look to this spot for details on the up-coming 55th reunion coming in the Summer of 2010.

If you have a new mailing address, a new e-mail, or change of status, please let us know and we will add your up-dated information to the site.

The Class of "55" Planning Committee will announce the date and time for the 55th get-together early in 2010.

PLAN TO ATTEND THE 55TH REUNION OF THE "CLASS OF 55" IN THE SUMMER OF 2010.