Classmate Profiles
Classmate Profiles
Bev Fissel (Appleton)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Occupation: | Retired RN/Lactation Consultant |
| Spouse's name(s): | Steve |
| Places you have previously lived: | Fort Wayne, IN and New Orleans |
| Grandchildren's names: | Elliot, Camden |
| Your nickname(s): | Bev |
| Children's names: | Ben, Emily, Rose, Brian |
| Places where you would love to live: | San Diego |
| Great-grandchildren's names: | N/A |
| Pets' names / species: | Coco; dachshund mix |
| Favorite place(s) you have worked: | I have liked all of my jobs. |
| Side gig(s): | None |
| Hobbies: | Reading, gardening, crocheting, caring for my 11 month old grandson since her was born, due to Covid and our daughter, Emily is a teacher. Her partner is also working from home. |
| Talent we didn't realize you had in high school: | Speaking up, attending protests |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Belize, Mexico, Europe, Canada |
| Elementary school attended: | Fairview |
| Junior high school attended: | Fairview |
| Work history: Worked as an RN with BSN degree doing pediatric and mother/baby nursing x almost 45 years. Specialized as a lactation consultant for the last 22 years at an OB/Gyn clinic. | |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: In my next life, I would consider being a veterinarian. I also want to have talent to sing and dance. I would still want to marry Steve. | |
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Things you're still thinking of doing:
Volunteering at the Seattle Woodland Park Zoo once Covid is over. Return to working at a Food Bank. Lots of travel with Steve and grandchildren. Returning to Symphony concerts and opera with Steve as my date, since he is a retired trombonist from the Seattle Symphony. |
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| Funny or interesting story about travel: Steve and I and grandson, Elliot, were traveling together to Washington DC at the end of 2019. Steve had taken care of getting the airline tickets. As we are nearing the TSA entry site, it turns out that I did not have a ticket. I ended up missing the flight and had to wait 6 hours for the next flight to DC , | |
| Things you remember most about your years at LHS: My high school life centered around Steve. | |
| Obstacles you've overcome since high school: Speaking up; not being nervous to speak in front of a crowd; not needing a microphone. Getting involved at our church; it is a liberal, progressive church. | |
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Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life:
Debbie Ingmire/Rivard continues to be a positive force in my life as she was in high school. And of course, Steve, is and always has been the love of my life. My paternal grandmother, while I was growing up. My kids and grandson are an inspiration and have made me a better person. |
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Any other comments you'd like to share?:
Our home is in Seattle, WA. Our children all attended college . Our oldest has his PhD in Economics and Natural Resources; he worlds for NOAA. Our first daughter has a Masters in EST and is a teacher. Our second daughter works for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and our youngest is a medicate doctor and in the Navy. Our grandson, Elliot, is 14. Our other grandson, Camden, is 11 months. They are so much fun. |
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Dave Arnold
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 1 |
| Occupation: | History Teacher / Basketball Coach |
| Spouse's name(s): | Ruth |
| Your nickname(s): | Ziffle |
| Side gig(s): | Babysitting 2 incredible grandkids, the joy of my life! |
| Hobbies: | Reading, Gardening, Traveling. |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Mr. Cornelius |
| Elementary school attended: | Jefferson, Washington Twp., Fairview |
| Junior high school attended: | Fairview |
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Things you remember most about your years at LHS:
The camaraderie with my basketball teammates, and the sheer joy of beating Peru in front of a packed house at the old Berry Bowl. Key Club community projects. Singing in the Choir. The Senior Class Play. I probably had zero acting ability, but it sure was fun being Lil Abner. |
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Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life:
Mr. Kelly Eltzroth, 6th grade teacher at Fairview. Mr. Bill Richter, Social Studies teacher at Fairview. Mr. Don Andrews, LHS Basketball Coach. I chose to be a History Teacher and Basketball Coach because of their positive impact on my life. I wanted to give back to kids what I received from them, as well as from many other outstanding teachers. My parents, John and Judy, and my Grandmother, Ada Arnold. They instilled in me the importance of Faith, the value of hard work, and the devotion to family and friends. |
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| Any other comments you'd like to share?: I was unable to attend the 50th reunion in 2021. Grateful for a second chance to see everyone in 2024! | |
Sheila Jackson (Bruck)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Spouse's name(s): | Richard |
| Places you have previously lived: | Muncie, Indianapolis |
| Grandchildren's names: | Ava, Jack, Nora |
| Children's names: | Justin, Emily |
| Places where you would love to live: | Colorado |
| Pets' names / species: | Max, terrier mix |
| Side gig(s): | 10 yrs. of selling vintage fountain pens on EBay for a friend |
| Hobbies: | Painting pet portraits, animal advocate |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Austria, Belize |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Joe Weaver, Dale Sullivan |
| Elementary school attended: | St. joseph |
| Junior high school attended: | Columbia |
| Work history: Mr. Happy Burger/ high school, Logansport State Hospital/ 1973 when I stayed home from BSU for a quarter—made me realize why I needed to return to college! The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Designing Woman ( own business), Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art | |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: Private Investigator | |
| Things you remember most about your years at LHS: Cheering on the Berries in the Berry Bowl! | |
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Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life:
My dear friend and former boss, Jean Deeds from The Children’s Museum who passed 06/2020. An inspiration to hundreds and accomplishments too numerous to mention—most amazing woman I’ve ever met. Google her and see! |
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| Any other comments you'd like to share?: Saddened and melancholy to see how many classmates we’ve lost. I’ll be happy to make it through 2020. | |
Janie Buck
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Occupation: | Architectural Designer |
| Places you have previously lived: | Aurora, IL; Boulder, San Francisco, Denver |
| Pets' names / species: | Topaz & Wingo - cats |
| Elementary school attended: | Daniel Webster |
| Junior high school attended: | Lincoln |
| Work history: Work in architetural design for many years. | |
Shelly Wiseley (Burkett)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | special ed. and LD teacher 26 yrs. |
| Spouse's name(s): | douglas |
| Places you have previously lived: | logansport Muncie |
| Grandchildren's names: | carter smott griffen smott owen smott reagan smott mason wiseley |
| Your nickname(s): | shelly |
| Children's names: | sarah westerhus and seth wiseley |
| Pets' names / species: | feline Russian Blue/Smokie rescuedfrom Cass County humane society |
| Hobbies: | reading, |
| Talent we didn't realize you had in high school: | teaching water aerobics |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Mrs Biship |
| Elementary school attended: | Franklin and longfellow and St. Vincent |
| Junior high school attended: | Franciscan Motherhouse Mishawaka, indiana |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: white water rafting | |
| Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life: MY PARENTS | |
Marilyn Cahalan
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Occupation: | Occupational Therapist |
| Places you have previously lived: | Milwaukee; Indianapolis; Rochester, MN; |
| Places where you would love to live: | South Haven, MI |
| Side gig(s): | Summer and Winter Special Olympics volunteer coach (local, state, national; 1987 International Sp.O. Summer Games organizing committee); usher at DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame |
| Hobbies: | Travel, swimming, biking, skiing, knitting, crafting |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Ireland, Italy and Switzerland |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Mr. Wm.Morocco, Mr. Huffman, Mr. McKelvey |
| Elementary school attended: | K-McKinley; St. Vincents |
| Junior high school attended: | Columbia |
| Work history: Cahalan Animal Hospital; The Golden Rule Dept. Store; college library; Winnebago State Institute; Community Hospital-Indy; Rochester, MN. Schools; South Bend Community Schools | |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: Live at a lake or ocean. | |
| Things you're still thinking of doing: Travel to the last 4 states. | |
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Things you remember most about your years at LHS:
Participating in Band and Choir Attending sporting events |
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| Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life: We received a very good academic foundation to further educations. Others received in depth practical/vocational instruction that is rarely offered in high school these days. | |
Deb Roller (Coffin)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
| Marital status: | Widowed |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Legal assistant |
Becky Frushour (Danely)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Retired Accountant |
| Comment: Joe and I will celebrate 50 years of marriage on 5/18/24. | |
| Spouse's name(s): | Joe Frushour |
| Places you have previously lived: | Logansport |
| Grandchildren's names: | Abby, Kate, Max, Jake |
| Children's names: | Andy (married to Emily), Casey (married to Anna) |
| Favorite place(s) you have worked: | Brink & Brink, Casper Willson Wilson & Holmes |
| Hobbies: | Crafting...mostly wreaths |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Train and bus trip (5 days) through the Canadian Rockies, 10 day bus trip through the New England States. 5 day stay in Cozumel. 5 day stay in Hawaii (Kauai) |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Jack Rice |
| Elementary school attended: | Daniel Webster |
| Junior high school attended: | Lincoln Junior High |
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Work history:
National Bank of Logansport/Bookkeeping Dept 3 yrs Brink & Brink/Bookkeeping & Tax Prep 15 yrs Dancer's, Inc/Accounting Dept.-Michigan 1 1/2 yrs Dr Barry Saltman/Bookkeeping-Michigan 9 1/2 yrs Casper Willson Wilson & Holmes/Accountant & Tax Prep-Michigan 17 yrs |
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| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: Further my education. Never went to college. | |
| Things you're still thinking of doing: More traveling | |
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Things you remember most about your years at LHS:
My sophomore year winning second place in the music competition singing a compilation of Simon & Garfunkel tunes with the Coming Generation. Being in the plays, choir and swing choir. |
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| Obstacles you've overcome since high school: I was involved in a very bad car accident 4 months after moving to Michigan. I hadn't worked very long at my new job and I thought they would have to let me go. But they held my job open for me while I healed and was able to walk again and able to return to work. God is good! | |
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Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life:
My time with my girls from the Coming Generation was very special to me. Mr Huffman was a big influence in my life with choir, swing choir and voice lessons. Dick Brink was a huge influence in shaping my love of accounting and tax prep during the 15 years I worked for him. |
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Theresa Arnold (Dunwoody)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Teacher |
| Spouse's name(s): | John - still my best friend! |
| Places you have previously lived: | Indianapolis, visits to Bonita Springs, FL |
| Children's names: | Julie, Kelly |
| Places where you would love to live: | somewhere sunny and warm with lots of fresh sea air and a view of the water. |
| Pets' names / species: | Oliver - granddog |
| Favorite place(s) you have worked: | IPS Day Adult High School especially in the early years. |
| Hobbies: | Quilt making, reading, music, tennis |
| Talent we didn't realize you had in high school: | Always the teacher, avid learner |
| Talent not appreciated by spouse/partner/family or friends (be honest!): | Terrible memory for mundane things, penchant for collecting projects, and how easily I am distracted. |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Africa, Israel, Norway, Faroe Island, Austria, Italy, Greece - and others |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Choir, Band, Science, Math - it was more about the subject but my favorite teacher EVER was Arthur Pruitt (Algebra) who had never missed a day of school until the year he retired - when he left to get a operation. We would stop by his house to visit on our walk home. |
| Elementary school attended: | Daniel Webster |
| Junior high school attended: | Lincoln |
| Work history: Indianapolis Public School Teacher to pregnant and parenting teens for 35 years. But loved my early jobs in Logansport at the State Theater, State Pizza Parlor, Drive-In and State Hospital in music and recreation therapy. | |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: Take voice lessons, return to taking college classes after retirement, buy a restored 1971 Chevelle Malibu (first car), had more children so then I'd now have grandchildren! | |
| Things you're still thinking of doing: Return to Africa for another safari, invest in racing thoroughbreds and a horse farm in Kentucky, maintain a tidy house (probably not), get a couple of knee replacements. | |
| Funny or interesting story about travel: I am such a homebody that I dread the trips as they approach, hating the packing and transitions necessary. But once on the airplane, I am ready for anything. Hate the transitions home as well but not as much. My first trip to Europe was for 6 weeks with the Foreign Study League when I was 15. Got HS credit from the experience. | |
| Things you remember most about your years at LHS: Loved all the band and choir activities: trips, football halftime shows, sweltering in our wool uniforms in the Berry Bowl. Speech Team competitions and playing Euchre. Tiny crowded classrooms where you could easily see your neighbor's answers on tests. Creaky uneven wood floors. Daily lunch of fish sandwich, BBQ chips, and ice cream sandwich - never tired of it! | |
| Obstacles you've overcome since high school: Determined to make some personal changes when I left for college - became outgoing and more fun. I was so serious in HS. | |
| Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life: My Sunday School and youth group at First United Methodist Church. Going to Church Camp. Membership in 4-H. Summer school gym - best class ever with Bowling, Tennis, Softball and Golf where our final activity was to play a hole where I got a hole-in-one! But maybe everybody did... Empowering to learn these skills for my adult life. | |
| Any other comments you'd like to share?: Loved summers in Logansport. Spent lots of time at Riverside park, boated on the Eel river, rode bikes to swimming pool, learned a new card game each summer. Would crush ice or get it from the milkman and then eat it on the porch. | |
Christine Edson (Engelbrecht)
Last updated 3 months ago
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Retired RN |
| Spouse's name(s): | Steve |
| Places you have previously lived: | Columbus OH, Valpo, Greenwood |
| Grandchildren's names: | Camila, Claudia |
| Children's names: | Emily, Eric |
| Pets' names / species: | Tillie, Llewellin Setter |
| Favorite place(s) you have worked: | Blessed to have worked with two excellent surgeons. Hosp.post surgery. |
| Side gig(s): | Vol. hemophiliac soc. & animal rescue |
| Hobbies: | Birding, gardening |
| Favorite places you've traveled: | Alaska, Kauai |
| Favorite teacher at LHS: | Mr. Fickle |
| Elementary school attended: | Washington |
| Junior high school attended: | Fairview |
| Work history: Few places, many hats. | |
| Things you always wanted to do, but didn't: Travel to Tahiti. Join circus. | |
| Shout out to someone/something that was a positive force in your life: Mr. Shepler, Fairview | |