CLASS OF 1964
John Bowings
Wife: Kathleen (Thornell) Bowings (Class of 1965)
I served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 – 1970, and married my high school sweetheart, Kathleen Thornell (SCHS Class of ’65), at Randolph AFB, in 1967. I began my 38-year computer career in Japan supporting very early military satellite surveillance and SR-71 "Blackbird" reconnaissance for Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War, and got my honorable discharge while at Strategic Air Command underground operations at Offutt AFB, in Omaha, Nebraska. I attended Delaware State University, in Dover, Delaware, got a BS degree in Business Administration in 1974, and moved my family to Plano, Texas. Kathleen and I adopted four children and now have seven grandchildren. I held computer management positions with several Dallas Fortune 500 companies before specializing in Disaster Recovery and Security nearly 25 years ago. I’ve consulted to a number of Fortune 500 companies, as well as implemented and managed recovery and security programs for several Dallas area businesses. I’ve responded to several actual disaster incidents for companies, as well as several disasters within our community as a volunteer with the American Red Cross. I am a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and a Competent ToastMaster (CTM).
For those of you who recollect the passion I had for fast cars; it has never diminished!
Steven "Duane" Brooks
Wife: Natthakan (Nat) Brooks
My dad was stationed at Randolph AFB in 1952-53, was in the 4th Gr. Left Schertz 1959-60 after freshman year and finished high school in Palatine, Illinois in 1964. Went to college SIU, Air Force 1966, retired 1989, married 1971, and divorced 1975. After retirement, got a log home dealership, in 2003 went back to Thailand where Bill White and I were stationed together. I married Nat in Thailand in September, 2003 and in USA April 19, 2004, bought a home in Thailand and spend a lot of time there. I’ve always considered Schertz home. My dad was Air Force, until my retirement, and living in Schertz was the longest time we ever stayed in one place. I look forward to meeting all my friends after such a long time.
Roderick "Stoney" Durden
US Air Force – ‘69-’73; San Antonio College – Associate in Arts; University of Georgia – BSED;
Career Civil Service – Veterans Administration, Dept. Of the Army; Department of the Air Force
Roy Fey
Wife: Carol Fey
Own "Fey’s Home Improvements". Married X 30 years. 2 daughters, Beverly & Heather. Hiking, vacations in West, frequent cruises. Own pecan orchard "farmer".
Bertha (Birdie Friesenhahn) Grein
Husband: John
Married – two grandchildren, teacher’s aide, two children 1 boy 1 girl.
Ted Gregg
Wife: Jeanette Dziuk Gregg
1964-1966 – attended SWT in San Marcos; 1966-1970 – USAF, Mississippi, New Jersey, Vietnam;
1970-1971 – Worked in Alaska for RCA; 1971-1975 – Worked in Chicago for General Electric;
1976-1982 – Worked in Elk Grove Village, IL for Dash Electrical; 1982-1998 – Started own business in Libertyville, IL with two friends (Project Marketing Design & Supply); 1998-Present- Moved to Northern WI and presently work for Eliason Realty of the North (Commercial and Residential Real Estate); Married for 32 years to Jeanette Dziuk from Karnes City, TX. Jan was a Flight Attendant for Eastern Airlines, which enabled us to travel frequently. No children.
Diane E. Andrews (Harris) Evans
My name is Diane E. Andrews (Harris) Evans, the reason being is that I was never Diane Harris except while attending Schertz-Cibolo High School as my stepfather insisted I go by Harris, truly I was Andrews. Now that we have gotten through this I will fill you in on what has been going on in my life since graduation in 1964. Firstly and most importantly I have three lovely children. Dennis who is 39, not married travels setting up stages and sound for the super stars such as Reba McIntire. He is on the road almost all of the time so we don’t get to see him very much. Then there is Rich who is 34, he is an attorney and married to an attorney. They both tell me that they are going to start planning a family next year. I think it is high time they did so since they are both 34 years of age. Rich graduated 2nd in his law class and made the June issue of Texas Monthly announcing the rising star attorneys of Texas. Needless to say I am very proud of him! Lastly, my daughter, Ariane, 26, is the mother of my only living grandchild whom I adore. Since 1964 I have lived from Alaska to Hawaii where I met my children’s father. I was married to him for 22 years, which ended in divorce although a friendly one. We are great friends to this day. I remarried twelve years ago to my husband Earl who some you know passed away four days after my Grandson, Taryn passed away. He was such a great friend and truly missed. It has been a terrible year having lost two loved ones so close to me. As far as personal accomplishments I attended the Institute of Finance of New York where I studied to be a Broker. At Th time I was Administrative Assistant to the Senior Vice President of one of the largest brokerage firms in the world, Kidder Peabody that is no longer in business under the same name as there was a take over. Later, I left Kidder to work as an Assistant to the President of Corporate Printing in New York City, later moving to Texas. Since in Texas I have worked at a Finance Director for the City of Port Aransas and also at the same time held the duel position as Tax Assessor-Collector for all three entities, city, school and water until I became ill. I was the only person that held this duel position in the history of Port Aransas. Later, I worked as a Financial Aid Director for Massey Business College, managed a couple of restaurants and clubs. Presently I own and operate a small kennel, Dream Maker Kennel, where I breed five different breeds of dogs; the rare Brussel Griffon, Yorkshire Terriers, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso and Maltese. At the time my husband passed away I was attending Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. Until my kennel gets going successfully I work as a waitperson at a small cafe. I work four days a week and then the remaining time I concentrate on my 16 dogs. Going to the Vets is a real riot. I hope this will be the last year that I will have to work outside of the home as I am trying to build my business so that I will be able to take care of myself without any worries. Well there you have it or some of it. I am so glad to be able to come to the reunion and visit with all of my high school friends. This will be quite an event and I am looking forward to seeing ya’ll.
William Ebbs
Wife: Delores Kaye Thompson
Here is a brief run down concerning my activities since graduation:
1965-1967 Management programs in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Freeport, Texas City, Galveston and Houston. 1967 July 4th married Delores Kaye Thompson (Corpus Christi). We will celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary on July 4th, 2005. Drafted September 26the 1967 U.S. Army and served at Fort Polk, LA (Rangers), Fort Benning Infantry College graduated 1968. Assigned to Vietnam (Americal Division). Wounded Hostile fire November 10th 1968. Fort Sam Houston until reassigned to Fort Hood March 1969. Expiration term of service Army September 1969. Resumed Management program. Daughter (Nicole Rachel) born January 22, 1970 "The World Changed". Son (Jeffery Paul) born August 20, 1972. "The World Changed Again". Moved 13 times around the state from 1969 through 1975. Decided a career change was needed. Went back to school (Chemical Engineering). Went to work for Diamond Shamrock Corporation in 1976. Been there ever since, at present operate as the Senior Environmental Regulatory (Air) Specialist for Syngenta Corporation. I have three grandchildren, (Brittney) 12, (Austin) 9, and (Dalton) 3. I call them my baby Rabbits with the exception of Dalton who is a Heathen.
Glen Hecox
Wife: Kathy (Carroll) Hecox (Class of 1967)
Married to Kathy for 36 years through the Grace of God. Graduated from Texas A & M in 1968. Served in US Air Force from 1969-1989. Flew G130 cargo planes in Vietnam for 18 months. Finished military duty mostly in Laredo, Big Spring and Abilene, TX. Spent last 4 years of Air Force Career in Ohio. Retired in Weatherford, TX and currently a consultant for ICON International. Has 3 sons, Ryan ’01, Ross ’97, Ragan ’00 who are A & M graduates. 2 with jobs in FTW area and Ryan employed with Konetic Concepts in San Antonio. Raises quarter horses on 25 acres northwest of Weatherford, TX with Kathy. No grandchildren yet.
Lawrence (Larry) G. Jarvis
Wife: Nancy Jarvis
BS 1969 Texas Tech, MS 1971, PhD. 1980; USAF Regional Hosp. Mental Hygiene Clinic, 69-71, Maxwell AFB, Alabama; USAF Special Treatment Center, Assessment and Treatment Units, ''71-73 , Lackland AFB, TX ; Utah State University, '73-77 Clinical Psychology , Wyoming State Hospital, Clinical Psychology Internship 1974-1975; Mental Health Coordinator ( Parenting, Family/Child treatment and evaluations); Northern Utah Headstart/Homestart Regional Training Center, '76-77; Northern Montana Community Mental Health Center, Clinical Psychologist, Head of Services, Chester, Mt., 77-79.
Northern Montana Community Mental Health Center, Youth and Family Services Unit/Adolescent Unit, 1980-1981; Private Practice, Great Falls, Montana; Clinical Psychologist, Evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents and families. 1981-1983; The Havre Clinic, Multispecialty Medical Group practice, Clinical Psychologist, 1983-1995; Northern Montana Hospital, Medical Staff, Clinical Psychologist, 1983-2004; Northern Montana Medical Group, Chairperson, Department of Psychology and Psychiatry, 1995-2004; Northern Montana Hospital, Behavioral Health Unit, Chief of Services, Clinical Psychologist, 1995-2004. We have lived in Montana since summer of 1977 and have enjoyed the Big Sky Country and the people. My wife Nancy is from Southern Cal. We have two children. Katie'B is a frosh at Mesa State in Colorado double majoring in musical theatre and creative writing. Our son, Richard, is a junior in high school and enjoys just about everything. He's loaded with AP classes, Debate, band and sports. This weekend we sighted in our rifles in preparation for hunting season in the Missouri River Breaks. Nancy and I went fishing tonight for three hours and caught 7 trout and a nice smallmouth bass twelve miles south. Tomorrow I'll work 8AM until about ten or eleven PM. Maybe I'll get lucky and there won't be any patients in the Unit. We love it here. This summer we spent two weeks in Oregon at our niece’s wedding, visited Roger and his family in Vancouver Wash, spent great days on the beach, fished the Deshutes River, did some digging at a, get this, Rock Ranch, and watched 55 of Richard's baseball games Mt and Canada. Last summer we spent a week with Tom and his family in Oregon at the beach and played in the sun, sail boarding, catching King Salmon, enjoyed each others company immensely. Life is good. Retirement is on the horizon, but not until Richard and Katie'B complete their education. Katie'B is already talking about masters degrees and Richard has a long long way to go until he has completed his professional education. I wish you all the very best. If you're ever in this neck of the woods, look us up. Then again, we are a little out of the way.
Barbara (Jones) Kennedy
Graduated 1964. I have six children with 2 marriages and I have ten grandchildren, five girls and five boys. Very proud of my family.
Walter Krueger, Jr.
Wife: Barbara Krueger
One child – Michael Krueger – lives in Oklahoma City, OK. Have lived in New Braunfels (Lake Dunlap) for past 34 years. Married since 1968. Semi-retired doing home repair. Fish every chance available. Starting to travel now that Barbara is retired.
Edward L. Kvapil, Jr.
20 years US Army. College: AS in Mathematics and BS in Computer Science. 17 plus years as a Defense Contractor. I am currently scheduled to be on assignment during the reunion period. I will do my best to find a way to be in town on that Saturday. If not no refund is required.
Nancy (Coleman) Knight
Husband: Jimmie Knight
After graduation, I continued my education. Jim and I were married in January 1965 and we’ll celebrate 40 years of marriage in January. In July 1965 we traveled to his home state of Oregon taking in the sights of New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada and California. I fell in love with the West Coast and Oregon. I learned to fish the swollen rivers of Oregon catching fresh water trout and catfish; walking in the snow of Crater Lake and looking down into the purest water of Clear Lake. We loved the swift waters of Umpqua and North Umpqua rivers, which had 20 miles of the best fly fishing anywhere. We watched salmon climb ladders and whales and seals playing in the ocean. We awoke to the view of Mt. Hood every morning. When we returned to Texas, we both settled into jobs; Jim with City Public Service; me eventually in civil service with the Army at Fort Sam Houston. Our first son, Brian, was born in 1968. Two years later our youngest son Christopher was born. We have two wonderful grandsons, ages 9 and 14 months old. While Jim’s job was centered in San Antonio, I worked and taught in the medical logistics field and traveled to the Army’s medical facilities throughout the world. My favorite memories are of Germany, Japan and Panama, panning for gold in Alaska, walking the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, touring a nuclear submarine, the battlegrounds of Gettysburg, the exhibits of the Smithsonian, the Presidio of San Francisco, New York and the historic West Point. The flip side of the coin was leading the logistics BRAC team in closing or the realignment of Army hospitals. My travels throughout my 33 years blessed me with memories and friendships that I will forever treasure. About 8 years ago, a cousin who had been searching for Jim contacted him. He comes from a very historical family. His great grandfather and his brothers were heroes in the civil war. The seven Knight brothers fought for General Hood of Hood’s Texas Brigade. Because of their sharpshooter ability, and the brothers being expert marksmen, several were given one of the latest rifles from England to fight in the war. Of the many men that fought for General Hood, only 15 percent returned. All seven brothers returned. One was awarded a Silver Star for killing a General at Gettysburg. Jim’s dad had 5 sisters and one brother. The brother died early on leaving no children. Jim was the last of the male Knights until our two sons and grandson came along. We attend a Knight Cousin Family Reunion every few years. Jim is also distantly related to the late country singer Jim Reeves. Jim’s grandparents adopted and raised the noted World War II cartoonist Bill Mauldin. Jim and I have been retired for several years. I painted for years and am now into quilting. We love to travel and have many cousins to visit as well as other family members. When home, we especially love taking care of grandson Austin.
Larry Koym
Education: Schertz-Cibolo High School May ’64; Tarleton State College B.S. Zoology May ’69; Texas A&M University B.S. Veterinary Science May ’73 and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine August ’74. Profession: Sabine River Authority, Orange, Texas Biologist 69-71; Animal Emergency Center, El Paso, Texas Veterinarian 74-80; America’s Animal Clinic, El Paso, Texas Veterinarian Owner 80-00; El Paso City County Health & Environmental District, El Paso, Texas Veterinary Officer 00- Present. Divorced, no children. Enjoy outdoor activities, rafting, canoeing, backpacking, fishing and bird hunting. Future: Retirement in the Texas Hill Country.
Maria Leon
I have been blessed with a son, a daughter and four grandchildren. They are each very precious to me. My husband was in the military and we traveled throughout the states as well as Japan and Okinaua. While I was married I was a stay-at-home mom with volunteer work with the Red Cross, Scouts, Church, etc. About 20 years ago I invited Jesus into my life and this experience has given me a new joy, peace & comfort. I love God, life, family music, dancing and work. For many years I have been an active choir member at Cornerstone Church in San Antonio. I work at RBFCU in mortgage lending.
Susan E. (Pedersen) Roetter
Husband: Walt Roetter
Graduated from Durham Business College and worked for Civil Service at Randolph AFB until I married Walt Roetter. Walt was in the Air Force for 25 years, we moved all over the U.S. He retired as a Colonel and we are living in Rapid City, South Dakota. We have three sons, Charlie and Julie live in Santa Rosa, CA, Steve, Margarita and Ashlyn live in Sonoma, CA and Paul, Deanna and Jared are stationed at the National Security Agency in Maryland. I have done a lot of volunteer work over the years and I am now enjoying my grandchildren and taking life a little easier. My husband is still active in a few organizations so I’m still getting to see new places when we go to conventions.
Cliff Rowell
Wife: Sandra Rowell
Married with 2 children – Jeff & Melissa – 5 grandchildren. I worked with Mobil & Exxon Mobil for 31 years and retired in 2004. Job related travel in Africa, South America and Korea.
Amy (Avery) Schulz
Husband: Gary L. Schulz (Class of 1962)
Gary is now retired from working with Army Civil Service at Red River Army Depot inTexarkana, TX. I am still working for Domino Federal Credit Union and hope to retire in 3 ½ years. We have 3 sons – 2 graduated from Texas A & M at College Station and are now married. One son has a set of 3 ½ year old twins and a 3-month-old baby and lives in Victoria. Another son has a 3-month-old boy and lives in Fayetteville, AR. Our youngest son graduated from the University of Houston, is not married (yet) and lives in Columbus, Ohio.
Connie (Burkhart) Silvers
Husband: Jim Silvers
Married Jim Silvers on February 27, 1965 and the poor guy has been putting up with all my "stuff" ever since. We adopted Eric in 1976 and Amy in 1979. In August of 1984 I accepted a position with the City of Schertz as Water Billing Clerk. In four years, 2 months and 21 days I will retire from there – but who’s counting? Jim retired from Southwest Research Institute in December of last year after 33 years of service and currently helps our son and daughter-in-law manage their company "Silvers Pet and Feed" in Cibolo. Our daughter and son-in-law have blessed us with a grandson and granddaughter and our son and daughter-in-law have blessed us with a granddaughter.
Delores (Slade) King
I had hip and shoulder surgery that was successful. I am in therapy and can walk a bit. My mom will stay with me thru October. We had some roof rippling, downed trees, wet garage, no TV or phone service (until possibly January, 2006), but we do have electricity. We are all hot & wanting computer and phone desperately. We are eating MRE army meals and bottled water. Wish I could communicate. Will when able. Thanks so much for your prayers. We will be OK. Miss you. Love & best wishes.
Martha (Slade) Barca
I live on Cape Cod in Massachusetts and have been here since 1967 (I worked in Boston before that). I have 5 children (4 boys & 1 girl) and the youngest, my daughter Sarah, graduated from Yale this past May, so we are done with college. Yahoo!! My oldest son is married and has 2 children-Gavin and Gabrielle-they are too precious. I work as a critical care nurse, right now in Cardiovascular Surgery ICU. My husband is a retired Math teacher. We have an old house here, built in 1824, a one mile walk to the beach. It feels pretty empty now, but it’s lots of fun when the kids come home. It’s been really fun to hear from everyone. I talked to Pat Galloway on the phone. I won’t make it down this year, but maybe sometime in the future. It is already getting chilly (40’s) last night as opposed to there. It has been many years, but it’s funny how the memories come back when you see everyone’s name. Best wishes to all.
Sheryl (Martin) Speckman
Husband: Joe Speckman
Teacher. 2 Daughters, one grandchild. Married an Air Force man and lived in England, Germany, Greece and California.
Bill White
14285 S. Blue Wing Rd
San Antonio, TX 78223
210-633-9202
After graduation, I served in the Air Force for 10 years mostly overseas in Europe and Southeast Asia. After getting out of the service, I held jobs in VA and TX mostly working on Government contracts. I finally settled down with one contract with the INS in 1977 and stayed with that one until 1996. I got married in 1982 and divorced in 1988. I was offered early retirement in 1998 and accepted. I returned to San Antonio and built my retirement home on land owned by my sister and brother-in-law on the banks of the San Antonio River.
Donald A. Wills
Wife: Joy Wills
CAL POLY S.L.O. 1964-68 – B.S. Soc. Sci. September 14, ’69 married to Joy Martin. Oct. 69 – May 72 US Army, Berlin, Ger-CPT. 2 sons: Eric, Mar 5 ’72 and Warren Feb. 9 ’77. UWLA Law School Grad J.D. – 1978. CAL Lawyer 78-98. Claremont School of Theology ‘92-’97; M. Div. – ordained as minister United Church of Christ June ’98. Served WA, MEA, UCC-Kavai, HI 98 – 2003. Now Pastor (Nov. 2003) Gunnison Cong. Ch – UCC, Colorado. Traveling in Europe and England in Sept 2001. Celebrated our 35th Wedding Anniversary last month.
Harvey Sassman
Wife: Elizabeth (Betsy Brown)Sassman (Class of 1967)
Betsy and I are both retired, been married 38 years and have 1 son, Stephen. He and his wife Camille live in Mansfield, TX and have the two most wonderful girls in the whole world, Cambley and Caresse.
John Bowings
Wife: Kathleen (Thornell) Bowings (Class of 1965)
I served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 – 1970, and married my high school sweetheart, Kathleen Thornell (SCHS Class of ’65), at Randolph AFB, in 1967. I began my 38-year computer career in Japan supporting very early military satellite surveillance and SR-71 "Blackbird" reconnaissance for Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War, and got my honorable discharge while at Strategic Air Command underground operations at Offutt AFB, in Omaha, Nebraska. I attended Delaware State University, in Dover, Delaware, got a BS degree in Business Administration in 1974, and moved my family to Plano, Texas. Kathleen and I adopted four children and now have seven grandchildren. I held computer management positions with several Dallas Fortune 500 companies before specializing in Disaster Recovery and Security nearly 25 years ago. I’ve consulted to a number of Fortune 500 companies, as well as implemented and managed recovery and security programs for several Dallas area businesses. I’ve responded to several actual disaster incidents for companies, as well as several disasters within our community as a volunteer with the American Red Cross. I am a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and a Competent ToastMaster (CTM).
For those of you who recollect the passion I had for fast cars; it has never diminished!
Steven "Duane" Brooks
Wife: Natthakan (Nat) Brooks
My dad was stationed at Randolph AFB in 1952-53, was in the 4th Gr. Left Schertz 1959-60 after freshman year and finished high school in Palatine, Illinois in 1964. Went to college SIU, Air Force 1966, retired 1989, married 1971, and divorced 1975. After retirement, got a log home dealership, in 2003 went back to Thailand where Bill White and I were stationed together. I married Nat in Thailand in September, 2003 and in USA April 19, 2004, bought a home in Thailand and spend a lot of time there. I’ve always considered Schertz home. My dad was Air Force, until my retirement, and living in Schertz was the longest time we ever stayed in one place. I look forward to meeting all my friends after such a long time.
Roderick "Stoney" Durden
US Air Force – ‘69-’73; San Antonio College – Associate in Arts; University of Georgia – BSED;
Career Civil Service – Veterans Administration, Dept. Of the Army; Department of the Air Force
Roy Fey
Wife: Carol Fey
Own "Fey’s Home Improvements". Married X 30 years. 2 daughters, Beverly & Heather. Hiking, vacations in West, frequent cruises. Own pecan orchard "farmer".
Bertha (Birdie Friesenhahn) Grein
Husband: John
Married – two grandchildren, teacher’s aide, two children 1 boy 1 girl.
Ted Gregg
Wife: Jeanette Dziuk Gregg
1964-1966 – attended SWT in San Marcos; 1966-1970 – USAF, Mississippi, New Jersey, Vietnam;
1970-1971 – Worked in Alaska for RCA; 1971-1975 – Worked in Chicago for General Electric;
1976-1982 – Worked in Elk Grove Village, IL for Dash Electrical; 1982-1998 – Started own business in Libertyville, IL with two friends (Project Marketing Design & Supply); 1998-Present- Moved to Northern WI and presently work for Eliason Realty of the North (Commercial and Residential Real Estate); Married for 32 years to Jeanette Dziuk from Karnes City, TX. Jan was a Flight Attendant for Eastern Airlines, which enabled us to travel frequently. No children.
Diane E. Andrews (Harris) Evans
My name is Diane E. Andrews (Harris) Evans, the reason being is that I was never Diane Harris except while attending Schertz-Cibolo High School as my stepfather insisted I go by Harris, truly I was Andrews. Now that we have gotten through this I will fill you in on what has been going on in my life since graduation in 1964. Firstly and most importantly I have three lovely children. Dennis who is 39, not married travels setting up stages and sound for the super stars such as Reba McIntire. He is on the road almost all of the time so we don’t get to see him very much. Then there is Rich who is 34, he is an attorney and married to an attorney. They both tell me that they are going to start planning a family next year. I think it is high time they did so since they are both 34 years of age. Rich graduated 2nd in his law class and made the June issue of Texas Monthly announcing the rising star attorneys of Texas. Needless to say I am very proud of him! Lastly, my daughter, Ariane, 26, is the mother of my only living grandchild whom I adore. Since 1964 I have lived from Alaska to Hawaii where I met my children’s father. I was married to him for 22 years, which ended in divorce although a friendly one. We are great friends to this day. I remarried twelve years ago to my husband Earl who some you know passed away four days after my Grandson, Taryn passed away. He was such a great friend and truly missed. It has been a terrible year having lost two loved ones so close to me. As far as personal accomplishments I attended the Institute of Finance of New York where I studied to be a Broker. At Th time I was Administrative Assistant to the Senior Vice President of one of the largest brokerage firms in the world, Kidder Peabody that is no longer in business under the same name as there was a take over. Later, I left Kidder to work as an Assistant to the President of Corporate Printing in New York City, later moving to Texas. Since in Texas I have worked at a Finance Director for the City of Port Aransas and also at the same time held the duel position as Tax Assessor-Collector for all three entities, city, school and water until I became ill. I was the only person that held this duel position in the history of Port Aransas. Later, I worked as a Financial Aid Director for Massey Business College, managed a couple of restaurants and clubs. Presently I own and operate a small kennel, Dream Maker Kennel, where I breed five different breeds of dogs; the rare Brussel Griffon, Yorkshire Terriers, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso and Maltese. At the time my husband passed away I was attending Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. Until my kennel gets going successfully I work as a waitperson at a small cafe. I work four days a week and then the remaining time I concentrate on my 16 dogs. Going to the Vets is a real riot. I hope this will be the last year that I will have to work outside of the home as I am trying to build my business so that I will be able to take care of myself without any worries. Well there you have it or some of it. I am so glad to be able to come to the reunion and visit with all of my high school friends. This will be quite an event and I am looking forward to seeing ya’ll.
William Ebbs
Wife: Delores Kaye Thompson
Here is a brief run down concerning my activities since graduation:
1965-1967 Management programs in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Freeport, Texas City, Galveston and Houston. 1967 July 4th married Delores Kaye Thompson (Corpus Christi). We will celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary on July 4th, 2005. Drafted September 26the 1967 U.S. Army and served at Fort Polk, LA (Rangers), Fort Benning Infantry College graduated 1968. Assigned to Vietnam (Americal Division). Wounded Hostile fire November 10th 1968. Fort Sam Houston until reassigned to Fort Hood March 1969. Expiration term of service Army September 1969. Resumed Management program. Daughter (Nicole Rachel) born January 22, 1970 "The World Changed". Son (Jeffery Paul) born August 20, 1972. "The World Changed Again". Moved 13 times around the state from 1969 through 1975. Decided a career change was needed. Went back to school (Chemical Engineering). Went to work for Diamond Shamrock Corporation in 1976. Been there ever since, at present operate as the Senior Environmental Regulatory (Air) Specialist for Syngenta Corporation. I have three grandchildren, (Brittney) 12, (Austin) 9, and (Dalton) 3. I call them my baby Rabbits with the exception of Dalton who is a Heathen.
Glen Hecox
Wife: Kathy (Carroll) Hecox (Class of 1967)
Married to Kathy for 36 years through the Grace of God. Graduated from Texas A & M in 1968. Served in US Air Force from 1969-1989. Flew G130 cargo planes in Vietnam for 18 months. Finished military duty mostly in Laredo, Big Spring and Abilene, TX. Spent last 4 years of Air Force Career in Ohio. Retired in Weatherford, TX and currently a consultant for ICON International. Has 3 sons, Ryan ’01, Ross ’97, Ragan ’00 who are A & M graduates. 2 with jobs in FTW area and Ryan employed with Konetic Concepts in San Antonio. Raises quarter horses on 25 acres northwest of Weatherford, TX with Kathy. No grandchildren yet.
Lawrence (Larry) G. Jarvis
Wife: Nancy Jarvis
BS 1969 Texas Tech, MS 1971, PhD. 1980; USAF Regional Hosp. Mental Hygiene Clinic, 69-71, Maxwell AFB, Alabama; USAF Special Treatment Center, Assessment and Treatment Units, ''71-73 , Lackland AFB, TX ; Utah State University, '73-77 Clinical Psychology , Wyoming State Hospital, Clinical Psychology Internship 1974-1975; Mental Health Coordinator ( Parenting, Family/Child treatment and evaluations); Northern Utah Headstart/Homestart Regional Training Center, '76-77; Northern Montana Community Mental Health Center, Clinical Psychologist, Head of Services, Chester, Mt., 77-79.
Northern Montana Community Mental Health Center, Youth and Family Services Unit/Adolescent Unit, 1980-1981; Private Practice, Great Falls, Montana; Clinical Psychologist, Evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents and families. 1981-1983; The Havre Clinic, Multispecialty Medical Group practice, Clinical Psychologist, 1983-1995; Northern Montana Hospital, Medical Staff, Clinical Psychologist, 1983-2004; Northern Montana Medical Group, Chairperson, Department of Psychology and Psychiatry, 1995-2004; Northern Montana Hospital, Behavioral Health Unit, Chief of Services, Clinical Psychologist, 1995-2004. We have lived in Montana since summer of 1977 and have enjoyed the Big Sky Country and the people. My wife Nancy is from Southern Cal. We have two children. Katie'B is a frosh at Mesa State in Colorado double majoring in musical theatre and creative writing. Our son, Richard, is a junior in high school and enjoys just about everything. He's loaded with AP classes, Debate, band and sports. This weekend we sighted in our rifles in preparation for hunting season in the Missouri River Breaks. Nancy and I went fishing tonight for three hours and caught 7 trout and a nice smallmouth bass twelve miles south. Tomorrow I'll work 8AM until about ten or eleven PM. Maybe I'll get lucky and there won't be any patients in the Unit. We love it here. This summer we spent two weeks in Oregon at our niece’s wedding, visited Roger and his family in Vancouver Wash, spent great days on the beach, fished the Deshutes River, did some digging at a, get this, Rock Ranch, and watched 55 of Richard's baseball games Mt and Canada. Last summer we spent a week with Tom and his family in Oregon at the beach and played in the sun, sail boarding, catching King Salmon, enjoyed each others company immensely. Life is good. Retirement is on the horizon, but not until Richard and Katie'B complete their education. Katie'B is already talking about masters degrees and Richard has a long long way to go until he has completed his professional education. I wish you all the very best. If you're ever in this neck of the woods, look us up. Then again, we are a little out of the way.
Barbara (Jones) Kennedy
Graduated 1964. I have six children with 2 marriages and I have ten grandchildren, five girls and five boys. Very proud of my family.
Walter Krueger, Jr.
Wife: Barbara Krueger
One child – Michael Krueger – lives in Oklahoma City, OK. Have lived in New Braunfels (Lake Dunlap) for past 34 years. Married since 1968. Semi-retired doing home repair. Fish every chance available. Starting to travel now that Barbara is retired.
Edward L. Kvapil, Jr.
20 years US Army. College: AS in Mathematics and BS in Computer Science. 17 plus years as a Defense Contractor. I am currently scheduled to be on assignment during the reunion period. I will do my best to find a way to be in town on that Saturday. If not no refund is required.
Nancy (Coleman) Knight
Husband: Jimmie Knight
After graduation, I continued my education. Jim and I were married in January 1965 and we’ll celebrate 40 years of marriage in January. In July 1965 we traveled to his home state of Oregon taking in the sights of New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada and California. I fell in love with the West Coast and Oregon. I learned to fish the swollen rivers of Oregon catching fresh water trout and catfish; walking in the snow of Crater Lake and looking down into the purest water of Clear Lake. We loved the swift waters of Umpqua and North Umpqua rivers, which had 20 miles of the best fly fishing anywhere. We watched salmon climb ladders and whales and seals playing in the ocean. We awoke to the view of Mt. Hood every morning. When we returned to Texas, we both settled into jobs; Jim with City Public Service; me eventually in civil service with the Army at Fort Sam Houston. Our first son, Brian, was born in 1968. Two years later our youngest son Christopher was born. We have two wonderful grandsons, ages 9 and 14 months old. While Jim’s job was centered in San Antonio, I worked and taught in the medical logistics field and traveled to the Army’s medical facilities throughout the world. My favorite memories are of Germany, Japan and Panama, panning for gold in Alaska, walking the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, touring a nuclear submarine, the battlegrounds of Gettysburg, the exhibits of the Smithsonian, the Presidio of San Francisco, New York and the historic West Point. The flip side of the coin was leading the logistics BRAC team in closing or the realignment of Army hospitals. My travels throughout my 33 years blessed me with memories and friendships that I will forever treasure. About 8 years ago, a cousin who had been searching for Jim contacted him. He comes from a very historical family. His great grandfather and his brothers were heroes in the civil war. The seven Knight brothers fought for General Hood of Hood’s Texas Brigade. Because of their sharpshooter ability, and the brothers being expert marksmen, several were given one of the latest rifles from England to fight in the war. Of the many men that fought for General Hood, only 15 percent returned. All seven brothers returned. One was awarded a Silver Star for killing a General at Gettysburg. Jim’s dad had 5 sisters and one brother. The brother died early on leaving no children. Jim was the last of the male Knights until our two sons and grandson came along. We attend a Knight Cousin Family Reunion every few years. Jim is also distantly related to the late country singer Jim Reeves. Jim’s grandparents adopted and raised the noted World War II cartoonist Bill Mauldin. Jim and I have been retired for several years. I painted for years and am now into quilting. We love to travel and have many cousins to visit as well as other family members. When home, we especially love taking care of grandson Austin.
Larry Koym
Education: Schertz-Cibolo High School May ’64; Tarleton State College B.S. Zoology May ’69; Texas A&M University B.S. Veterinary Science May ’73 and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine August ’74. Profession: Sabine River Authority, Orange, Texas Biologist 69-71; Animal Emergency Center, El Paso, Texas Veterinarian 74-80; America’s Animal Clinic, El Paso, Texas Veterinarian Owner 80-00; El Paso City County Health & Environmental District, El Paso, Texas Veterinary Officer 00- Present. Divorced, no children. Enjoy outdoor activities, rafting, canoeing, backpacking, fishing and bird hunting. Future: Retirement in the Texas Hill Country.
Maria Leon
I have been blessed with a son, a daughter and four grandchildren. They are each very precious to me. My husband was in the military and we traveled throughout the states as well as Japan and Okinaua. While I was married I was a stay-at-home mom with volunteer work with the Red Cross, Scouts, Church, etc. About 20 years ago I invited Jesus into my life and this experience has given me a new joy, peace & comfort. I love God, life, family music, dancing and work. For many years I have been an active choir member at Cornerstone Church in San Antonio. I work at RBFCU in mortgage lending.
Susan E. (Pedersen) Roetter
Husband: Walt Roetter
Graduated from Durham Business College and worked for Civil Service at Randolph AFB until I married Walt Roetter. Walt was in the Air Force for 25 years, we moved all over the U.S. He retired as a Colonel and we are living in Rapid City, South Dakota. We have three sons, Charlie and Julie live in Santa Rosa, CA, Steve, Margarita and Ashlyn live in Sonoma, CA and Paul, Deanna and Jared are stationed at the National Security Agency in Maryland. I have done a lot of volunteer work over the years and I am now enjoying my grandchildren and taking life a little easier. My husband is still active in a few organizations so I’m still getting to see new places when we go to conventions.
Cliff Rowell
Wife: Sandra Rowell
Married with 2 children – Jeff & Melissa – 5 grandchildren. I worked with Mobil & Exxon Mobil for 31 years and retired in 2004. Job related travel in Africa, South America and Korea.
Amy (Avery) Schulz
Husband: Gary L. Schulz (Class of 1962)
Gary is now retired from working with Army Civil Service at Red River Army Depot inTexarkana, TX. I am still working for Domino Federal Credit Union and hope to retire in 3 ½ years. We have 3 sons – 2 graduated from Texas A & M at College Station and are now married. One son has a set of 3 ½ year old twins and a 3-month-old baby and lives in Victoria. Another son has a 3-month-old boy and lives in Fayetteville, AR. Our youngest son graduated from the University of Houston, is not married (yet) and lives in Columbus, Ohio.
Connie (Burkhart) Silvers
Husband: Jim Silvers
Married Jim Silvers on February 27, 1965 and the poor guy has been putting up with all my "stuff" ever since. We adopted Eric in 1976 and Amy in 1979. In August of 1984 I accepted a position with the City of Schertz as Water Billing Clerk. In four years, 2 months and 21 days I will retire from there – but who’s counting? Jim retired from Southwest Research Institute in December of last year after 33 years of service and currently helps our son and daughter-in-law manage their company "Silvers Pet and Feed" in Cibolo. Our daughter and son-in-law have blessed us with a grandson and granddaughter and our son and daughter-in-law have blessed us with a granddaughter.
Delores (Slade) King
I had hip and shoulder surgery that was successful. I am in therapy and can walk a bit. My mom will stay with me thru October. We had some roof rippling, downed trees, wet garage, no TV or phone service (until possibly January, 2006), but we do have electricity. We are all hot & wanting computer and phone desperately. We are eating MRE army meals and bottled water. Wish I could communicate. Will when able. Thanks so much for your prayers. We will be OK. Miss you. Love & best wishes.
Martha (Slade) Barca
I live on Cape Cod in Massachusetts and have been here since 1967 (I worked in Boston before that). I have 5 children (4 boys & 1 girl) and the youngest, my daughter Sarah, graduated from Yale this past May, so we are done with college. Yahoo!! My oldest son is married and has 2 children-Gavin and Gabrielle-they are too precious. I work as a critical care nurse, right now in Cardiovascular Surgery ICU. My husband is a retired Math teacher. We have an old house here, built in 1824, a one mile walk to the beach. It feels pretty empty now, but it’s lots of fun when the kids come home. It’s been really fun to hear from everyone. I talked to Pat Galloway on the phone. I won’t make it down this year, but maybe sometime in the future. It is already getting chilly (40’s) last night as opposed to there. It has been many years, but it’s funny how the memories come back when you see everyone’s name. Best wishes to all.
Sheryl (Martin) Speckman
Husband: Joe Speckman
Teacher. 2 Daughters, one grandchild. Married an Air Force man and lived in England, Germany, Greece and California.
Bill White
14285 S. Blue Wing Rd
San Antonio, TX 78223
210-633-9202
After graduation, I served in the Air Force for 10 years mostly overseas in Europe and Southeast Asia. After getting out of the service, I held jobs in VA and TX mostly working on Government contracts. I finally settled down with one contract with the INS in 1977 and stayed with that one until 1996. I got married in 1982 and divorced in 1988. I was offered early retirement in 1998 and accepted. I returned to San Antonio and built my retirement home on land owned by my sister and brother-in-law on the banks of the San Antonio River.
Donald A. Wills
Wife: Joy Wills
CAL POLY S.L.O. 1964-68 – B.S. Soc. Sci. September 14, ’69 married to Joy Martin. Oct. 69 – May 72 US Army, Berlin, Ger-CPT. 2 sons: Eric, Mar 5 ’72 and Warren Feb. 9 ’77. UWLA Law School Grad J.D. – 1978. CAL Lawyer 78-98. Claremont School of Theology ‘92-’97; M. Div. – ordained as minister United Church of Christ June ’98. Served WA, MEA, UCC-Kavai, HI 98 – 2003. Now Pastor (Nov. 2003) Gunnison Cong. Ch – UCC, Colorado. Traveling in Europe and England in Sept 2001. Celebrated our 35th Wedding Anniversary last month.
Harvey Sassman
Wife: Elizabeth (Betsy Brown)Sassman (Class of 1967)
Betsy and I are both retired, been married 38 years and have 1 son, Stephen. He and his wife Camille live in Mansfield, TX and have the two most wonderful girls in the whole world, Cambley and Caresse.
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