Editor: Roleta Smith Meredith
Publisher: Jalon Smith Burton
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| Above is a picture of The Sea of Galilee, one of Bill's favorite pictures. |
THE
HOLY LAND
From: Bill Meredith
Roleta and I just returned from a 13-day trip to the Holy
Land. We visited Jordan and Israel. The trip has been on my "bucket
list" for many years and although my wife was reluctant at first, I
finally convinced her that we would be safe traveling in the Middle East.
We started in Jordan, visiting Petra, an ancient city
over two thousand years old. The only way to reach the site was by walking or
riding a horse drawn cart over very rough terrain. The walk, which we chose,
was 2-1/2 miles downhill, which translated into 2-1/2 miles uphill for the
return. According to Roleta's Fitbit, we walked seven miles that first day.
We then visited Mt. Nebo, from where Moses viewed the
Promised Land, which he did not enter, since he died and apparently was buried
on the mountain, prior to crossing the Jordan River.
Unlike Moses, we did cross the Jordan into Israel. We
encountered two checkpoints at the border and crossed successfully. We were
told that is not always the case, as security is very tight in Israel.
We were kept very busy, traveling by bus 9-10 hours each
day, taking in all of the sites and being amazed at actually seeing what we've
read about all of our lives in the bible. We saw Jericho, where "the walls
came tumbling down", Bethany Beyond-the-Jordan, where Jesus was baptized
by John The Baptist and Masada, the Jewish stronghold, where rebels against
Roman rule made their last stand. A highlight for me was seeing the original
cave where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.
Touring Jerusalem and surrounding areas, we followed the
life of Jesus, from Bethlehem to Nazareth to Capernaum and back to Jerusalem to
the sites of His crucifixion, burial and resurrection.
The highlight of the trip was the chance to be baptized
in the Jordan River. Although we had both been baptized previously, this time
it was extra special for us.
Incidentally, we walked after dark in West Jerusalem,
which is a mostly Arab neighborhood, and had no problem at all. I truly believe
Jerusalem is safer than most large cities in our own country, so do not let
concerns for security prevent your traveling in Israel. It could be your trip
of a lifetime. It was for me.
An Arab man selling things on the street, liked Roleta’s blue eyes. He
insisted on putting the headdress on her. We enjoyed talking and laughing with
him, needless to say, we bought the headdress. She is
standing by a sycamore tree. Remember the story or song about Zacchaeus?
THE WIN
SCHOLARSHIP
ONLY ONE
MORE MONTH
DRAWING TAKES
PLACE IN MAY
Some info, in case you
didn’t know:
The WIN Quilters have
been graciously volunteering their talent to make a quilt for the WI Newsletter
Scholarship for the last 13 years. I believe my calculation for that is
correct. This is the only money maker for the Scholarship, other than that, it
is your generosity in supporting this scholarship that helps it to exist.
Anyway, each volunteer receives a packet of material to use in the quilt square
and some suggestions from Sue Selby Moats. The ladies piece together their
squares and press them and send them to Sue. Sue then arranges the squares to
make a lovely pattern. She puts a border around each square, sews this all
together, then she puts a border all around the entire quit top. There is a
backing put in place with some material in between. Then the quilt top is put
in place. Sue then quilts all the pieces together with a lovely pattern all
over the quilt. The results are magnificent. This year the quilt looks
exceptionally lovely as it is all red and white! What a beautiful addition to
any bedroom.
I sell tickets for the quilt which cost 6 for $5.00 and increase
the same with each additionally $5.00. I do not sell tickets for less that
groups of 6. I write down each name of each purchaser and write down the number
on the tickets that the person is assigned for the money they sent. Sue then
sends the quilt to the winner.
Why not be part of this?
If having a quilt in your home isn’t your thing, I assure you could gift it to
someone - don’t know anyone to give it
to? Well, give it to me, I love quilts!
Write your check to
Roleta Meredith c/0 WIN Scholarship.
Mail it to: Roleta
Meredith
3201 Charles MacDonald Drive
Sarasota, Florida 34240
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Above is a photo of the center block of the 2018 WIN Scholarship Quilt:
Pieces of the Past #2
by Sherry Keith |
The following information has been provided by Sue Selby Moats (WI 1955):
The center right block is by Joan Merrill and I've made 3 like it.
The bottom right block is by Kitty Sager with 3 more like it.
This will be a traditional red and white sampler quilt with the other
blocks added in rows & columns around the center.
The red print fabrics are all vintage fabrics.
Be sure to donate to the WIN Scholarship Fund to insure your chances of
being the ‘WIN’ner.
Thank you to those who
sent money to the scholarship this month:
Lib Akin
Thank you for the generous check given in memory of Bob Secret, Jim Collins, and Ronnie Shaw.
Mary Harrell (WI 1955)
Thank
you for your gift to the scholarship. No tickets requested.
Beverly (WI 1958) and
Larry O’Grady (Bridgeport 1955)
Thank you for your continuing support of the
newsletter.
Anita White
Thank you for
your continuing support of the Scholarship.
Doug Aspy (WI 1962)
Thank
you. I liked your comments about one more picnic to get us all together. I hope
that you can make it to the picnic.
Bob Hall (WI 1956)
Thanks
for your support of the Scholarship.
Bill Bryan (RW 1957)
Thanks for your continuing support. See you at the WI picnic next March.
Mary Burnell Thanks for
your continuing support of the scholarship.
Ron Thorne (Victory 1954)
Thank you for your generous gift to the scholarship.
Arreta Jaranko (WI 1940)
Thank you for your gift to the scholarship and your continued support of the
newsletter.
WRITE TO US
Dear
Reader:
If you
can’t think of anything to write about, you will see some suggested subjects
scattered throughout the newsletter.
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When
emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or would have
graduated.
Thank
you.
THE MARCH MYSTERY PICTURE
From: Beth Twigg
Devericks (WI 1959)
The mystery picture for
March is the Masonic lodge building on Pike Street. When I was growing up. I spent
a lot of time there with my parents. I was usually helping my Mother with
Eastern Star dinners with such chores as washing dishes and cleaning up after
Mason dinners. I went to a lot banquets there.
From: John Probst (WI
1964)
That's the Masonic Temple. My father Andrew Probst was a 32nd degree Mason
and a member of the Knights Templer and they had their meetings and Masonic
Lodge room there. When I was in high school, he occasionally took me in there.
They had a game room with a couple of pool tables and we would shoot pool.
From: Linda (Nutter) Gimmel
(WIHS 1966)
I think this building is the Masonic Temple. It is located across from the
current Public Library and originally the Ritz Theater. This is a beautiful
building owned and operated by the Masonic Bodies, Lodge #155 and Lodge 6.
Masonic organizations met there including Queen Esther Chapter #11 of Eastern
Star and several others. There is a large kitchen, banquet room and stage on
the second floor. At one time for several years Hope Gas had offices in the
building. It is also the office for the Masonic Cemetery on Joyce Street in
Clarksburg. I understand there was even a shooting range in the basement that was
used by the Demolay chapter. The Rainbow girls also met there.
The building you see to the right is the Elks Lodge.
From: Joe Tripper (VHS 1958)
The Masonic Temple is on Pike Street in the same block as the Ritz and
Robinson Grand. The Elks club was next door. No, I was not a Mason but my
father was.
From: Babe Bisping
Cashman (WI 1956)
The mystery picture is
the Masonic Temple on Pike Street just west of the Ritz theater.
Both Demolay and Rainbow
for girls met there. Attended many meetings there. Does it still stand?
Thanks Roleta, for all
your dedication to the memories of Clarksburg and WI.
I know there are lots of
us who don’t contribute to the newsletter; but, really appreciate all the
reminders of those wonderful days of our youth.
Really look forward to
seeing everyone next year for one more time.
From: John Teter (WI 1961)
I think that the March mystery picture is the Masonic Lodge, on Pike
Street. It is located across from the VFW and close to where the Ritz Theater
used to be, which is now the library. I think that the building behind the
Lodge, might be the Elks Lodge which (I think) burned down. I think that the
Elks Lodge is now down on Pike Street, close to Notre Dame High School.
From: Bob Kramer (WI 1965)
Mystery pic is the
Masonic Temple on West Pike Street. They had dances there plus 2 Masonic lodges
in the building
When the Elks lodge
caught fire, there was significant damage to the Masonic Temple.it was repaired
and upgraded and is beautiful inside.
From: James D (Jim) Smith (Victory 1962)
The March Picture is the Masonic Temple on East Pike Street in downtown Clarksburg.
It was originally 3 buildings West of 4th Street. The building on
left was the Elks Building which was torn down. There used to be a Sears
appliance center on Corner, not the Sears Retail on 2nd and Main.
The partial picture on left was The Jewish Synagogue, also now gone. At corner
of Pike and 4th now is BB&T branch bank, and parking lot for
bank abuts the Masonic building and where Elks building once stood.
From: Willard "Bud" Wheelock (WI
1960)
Mystery picture for March
is the Masonic Temple on Pike Street across from the VFW. When I was in high
school we had the NRA sponsored marksmanship sessions downstairs in the
basement. DeMolay had their meetings there too. Incidentally that group was
named after the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar!
From: Blair Gloss (WI
1961)
That is the Masonic
Temple on Pike Street. I was a member of the Demolay and had occasion to be in
that building a number of times in that regard. Also, my aunt worked in
that building as what we would now call an Admin. Assistant for the building.
The DeMolay is an
organization for boys 12-21 years old which is sponsored by the Masons. My
uncle was a 33rd degree Mason and my father a 32-degree Mason and
thus my brother (Phil) and I were encouraged to be a part of the Masonic organization
thru the DeMolay. The namesake of the Order of DeMolay was born in France in
the year 1244, and at the age of 21 DeMolay joined the Order of Knights
Templar. The organization of the DeMolay strives to develop leaders thru
stressing love of family, reverence for sacred things, courtesy, comradeship,
patriotism, and fidelity. To encourage socialization in the organization, there
was a club room in the back of the Masonic Temple with a pool table and ping
pong table; the DeMolay organized and participated in civic activities.
From:
Arreta Radcliffe Jaranko
(WI class of 1940 and Joseph Patrick Jaranko - Would
have been WI 1967)
My son Joseph and I think the mystery picture is the Masonic Temple. It
was on Pike Street by the Elks Club and the Synagogue until it was torn down.
The American Legion and VFW were across the street. I have been a member of the
Eastern Star for over fifty years and attended the meetings there until I moved
to Morgantown. My mother served in different offices as a member of the Eastern
Star. Two of my brothers were Masons along with my uncles and cousins. The
Green Lawn Cemetery located near Wilsonburg is a Masonic graveyard. My mother
told me that when her brother (my Uncle Frank) came home from World War I, he
bought the family plot there so that is where my grandmother, my grandfather, my
Uncle Frank and several other family members are buried. The Radcliffe spaces
hold my wonderful mother, my dear younger brother and his wife and it is near
the Swiger family plot. My family has been so much a part of the story of
Stealey and Clarksburg. Just think, my mother went to Morgan School and when my
brothers, sister and I went to Morgan School, the same principal was there that
was her principal. Not many kids can say that. Thank you for the Newsletter and
the opportunity to share what history I know about Clarksburg.
From: Terry Snider Fazio
(WI 1967)
The
Mystery picture is the Clarksburg Masonic Temple. I was in Rainbow Girls there.
It was held on the top floor. My mother was quite active in Eastern Star at one
time.
Rainbow was the girl’s
organization of Masons and Easter Star. You didn't have to have a relationship
either adult organization in order to belong. You just had to be asked by one
of the members of the order. It was great--we met girls from other schools and
built up quite a comradeship. Rainbow Girls had a datebook they published every
year. The girl who sold the most got to go to Grand Assembly that year. I was
fortunate to sell the most I believe my Junior year and got to attend Grand
Assembly in Denver Colorado that year.
Suzan Williams Hood also attended that year. It was a wonderful trip. There
were girls from all over WV there. Some of the adults were some of the greatest
I have ever met.
I think one of the things
I learned from Rainbow was discipline more than anything. It was ritualistic
work and we had a tough taskmaster in Mrs. Fittro who made sure we toed the
line and learned our memory work and floor work. I'm sure we did projects but
right now I can't think of any. I'm sure some of the other readers can relate
more.
Sadly, I don't think
there is a Rainbow chapter in Clarksburg anymore. Not sure about the rest of
the country.
WHAT HAVE YOU
BEEN DOING
SINCE HIGH SCHOOL?
From: Sandra Zickefoose Lindke (WI 1956)
I was
Security Manager for an exclusive condominium high rise in Naples, Fl. During
my 13 years of employment the greatest highlight was working with the Secret
Service and other State and Local agencies on a visit for Florida Governor Jeb
Bush and his parents former President George and Barbara Bush. They were coming
to a luncheon at author Dr. Robin Cooks penthouse condo. Their visit to Naples
was to raise money for books for needy children. What a gracious family. They
took the time to pose for photos with me and other staff members.
PIERPOINT
SCHOOL PICTURE IN
THE MARCH
NEWSLETTER
From: Bob Teter (WI
1960)
Just guesses, am I correct?
Second row, right, Naomi Lewis -
Bottom row left, Peter Fragale -
Bottom
row right, Mary Joe Marra.
HELP! Does anyone know if these are correct?
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
UPDATE:
Williams McDonald (WI 1956).
Was pastsnoop@suddenlink.net is now
pastsnoop1@suddenlink.net
(Note: just add a 1 behind the word pastsnoop)
Roger Young (WI 1972) rkywmy@yahoo.com
Gary Robey (WI-57) robey.g@gmail.com
He fixed his computer and retrieved his email
information.
He is now back at his old email address
ADD AGAIN:
Patricia Fiorenza DeLille (WI 1956) pfd4289@gmail.com
HIGH
SCHOOL NEWSPAPERS
Were you involved in the publication of the newspaper at
your school? What did you do? Did the students really gather the news? Did the
students write the columns, edit the input from others, do the layouts, meet
the deadline, take it to the publisher, who published the newspaper? Write and
tell us all about it. I asked this question before. Someone actually read the
question and answered it. Can you tell us your experiences? I remember that
Judy Daugherty was a member of the staff of the “Hilltopper” when we were in
WI. I don’t know how people were picked to be on the staff? Was it a popularity
thing? Was it a volunteer club? How were the positions filled on the staff? I
was never approached nor knew anything about it at that time, I didn’t think I
had any ability in composition or what it takes to write anything, let alone an
essay. Now look at the twist in my life, I am involved. Write and tell us your
experiences.
From: Jim Ashley (WI 1962)
Mike Patrick and I were
the sports editors of the Hilltop newspaper and Memoirs yearbook for our class
of 1962. We were planning to be roommates at WVU, but his grandparent’s
decision to relocate to northern Virginia upon his grandfather’s retirement
very likely raised Mike’s GPA by at least a full point given how much better my
eventual roommate did once I was no longer a bad influence on him. I am
attaching one of the articles that Mike wrote for the October, 1961, Hilltop.
Victories in both football and basketball were rare that school year, so
writing on the games was not always easy. Mike had great talent as a writer;
was the student commander of his Air Force ROTC wing at George Washington University;
had the talent to compete at a high level of baseball; and was a natural on-air
talent. He would have been highly successful in any of these career options,
but it was a great thing for all of us that he was able to find such a public
voice with which to express his love for Clarksburg.
SUGGESTED SUBJECTS
TO WRITE TO US ABOUT
A few readers wrote to
suggest the following for you to think about and write and share some memories
with us.
1: For the month of April perhaps readers will share
their memories of events they attended at The Carmichael Auditorium in the good
old days of Clarksburg. Some events to remember and share might be the B F
Goodrich Tire men that played every Sunday afternoon in basketball season,
Shriner Circus, Harlem Globetrotters, Wresting, Boxing, Carbon annual Picnic,
and all the High School basketball games.
NOTE FROM:
Roleta1@aol.com: I didn’t realize that all the high schools in the Clarksburg
area played their home basketball games in the Carmichael. I must have led a
sheltered life, I thought it was only used by WI? Do you remember differently?
What schools played there? Write and tell me about the atmosphere there. Where
did you get your ticket? Were there refreshments? Who sold them? I think there
was a balcony but no seats up there? How did people get up there? Who went
there? I never did. But weren’t there a lot of places back then that we girls
just knew we should not go? Can you list some of them?
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
2: From: Catherine
Custer Burke (WI 1952)
Be nice if people would
share their memories about The First Methodist Church which burned in early
September 1951. It was the night before I began my senior year in high school.
I recall looking out my bedroom window on Waverly Way in Stealey and seeing the
light from the fire. What do you remember about the fire?
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
Were YOU a MEMBER of the
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH when it as destroyed by the big fire? Write and tell me
some things we have been thinking about. Here did you have Sunday School
Classes? Where did they hold the Sunday Services each Sunday? How long was did
it take to rebuild the church? Who was the preacher? Was the replacement
covered by insurance? Write and share your memories.
3: From: Jackie (Skinner)
King (WI 1971)
I wish more people from early 1970’s classes would write in. I would love
to read stories from people around my class time als0, but I love reading all
of them. My brother who is 14 years older than me also went to WI in the late
1950’s (George Skinner). Thus, I can relate to all of the entries from
graduates of those years also. Just like with music, I grew up loving and
having an appreciation of Big Bands music due to the age of my parents. And I
like music of the 50’s because of my brother. Then also the music of my age
group! What kind of music and / or
movies did you all like to listen to or watch? I personally loved the
Big Band music, but then there was the Everly Brothers, Pat Boone, Frank
Sinatra /then Three Dog Night, Grass Roots, Statler Brothers, Captain and
Taneal, the Lettermen and The
Carpenters. And the movies & actors, I loved Jimmy Stewart, Frank Sinatra,
Pat Boone, John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Robert Redford. I loved musicals and movies
like Spencer’s Mountain, White Christmas, Calamity Jane, Oklahoma, Seven Brides
for Seven Brothers. The list could go on and on but I won’t bore you anymore
but thought this might make for another good topic of discussion!
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
WRITE ABOUT ANY MEMORY
JUST WRITE, PLEASE.
It makes my job much easier and the newsletter much
more interesting.
From: Elizabeth Teter Akin (WI 1956)
I always enjoy the newsletter and appreciate all the effort that you and
your sister, not to mention Bill, put into it. However, in these past few
months, it has reminded me forcefully how vulnerable my generation has become.
I have lost some dear folks lately, as have others.
Bob Secret was my brother Bob’s best friend when they were in high school,
and they, of course, remained friends for life. I remember being home from
college, acting the big sister, taking those two young men out to dinner at
O’Days. What fun to see, to be with those two young men in ties and sports
jackets! I graduated from college the same year they graduated from WI.
Ronnie Shaw was a neighborhood boy, a year ahead of me in school. He
taught my brother Bob how to ride a bike when Bob, at least five years younger
than Ron, could hardly touch the peddles. Shaw persisted and their friendship
continued into adulthood.
Jim Collins also grew up in our neighborhood, and after his father’s
untimely death, my dad took him under wing for a while, taking him with us to
Audra, to Pittsburgh, etc. Indeed, he was like a third brother to me. In fact,
despite his being a year younger and then in grade 6, I took him to my first
SubDeb dance in grade 7. For many years, even after his marriage and becoming a
father, he would show up at our mother’s house on Christmas morning. I last saw
him at a class reunion (mine, not his) where we danced one more time to Rock
around the Clock, the tune we had taught ourselves to dance to in our living
room.
Speaking of that SubDeb dance, Shaw was there too. Don’t remember who his
date was. The dance was at Oral Lake. Shaw and Collins disappeared at some
point, only to return with mud up to their knees. They had gone exploring and
the lake had been drained for the winter. Needless to say, that was the end of
the dancing that night!
I am enclosing a check for the Scholarship, in
memory of Bob Secret, Jim Collins, and Ronnie Shaw. No quilt tickets,
please.
P.S. Don Marple was wrong about where his younger siblings went to school
after the family moved to Mulberry Ave. They went to Pierpont.
I have wonderful memories of the Marple family, including Aunt Jane.
From: Toni
Sprouse Erchak (VHS 1957)
I am so sorry. I can hear the frustration in your words as you commit so much time and effort for the benefit of all who read this newsletter. The work you and Jalon do is appreciated, but I’m sure it would help if we showed that appreciation by contributing. Some of us are procrastinators, some of us are lazy and some of us feel our contribution might not be that interesting.
I found
about 18 VHS Optic (Victory HS Newpaper) between 1954-57. I don’t remember
reading most of them, so it's fun to look back and laugh. You may post a couple
pages if you wish.
You
asked about first boyfriends. The boy in this photo can’t be considered my
first boyfriend, but he became my first “crush,” when I visited Northview
School about age 12.
Jimmie
Lee was friendly, but not at all interested in me. That didn’t stop me from
squinting my eyes in every photo, trying to imitate his beautiful eyes. I just
looked like I was in pain.
Years
later, he, Jim Villers, was my date for the senior prom. No, he still wasn’t
interested in me, but his girlfriend, Judy, was from WI and my boyfriend,
Punky, had already graduated. Since they were not allowed to attend, Jim asked
me to go with him. We have kept in touch for 65 years.
Jim has
a day job, but his real passion is making people laugh as a very funny Master
of Ceremonies, Humorist and Charity Auctioneer.
From: Marolyn Tustin Jett
(WI 1956)
Congrats to Bernie Cohen
WI class 1956 on winning the Fearless Forecast Contest. Bernie has always been
a supporter of the newsletter, the Win Scholarship, donations to the raffles
and reunions/picnics and more, AND a member of my 1956 WI class that has always
been well represented over the years.
The Central Junior HS
basketball picture includes Bobby Jo Hart; Charles Collins (Bud); Bob Clousson;
Ron Chartrand; Ed Westfall; and Jim Hutson (Doc).
The article written by
Mr. Bates (WI 1951) re: Friday chapels spurred memories of a freshman and sitting
in the balcony. Then as sophomores and juniors we were able to sit on main
floor. Big Seniors were relegated to the center of the auditorium and it seemed
so very large at that time. In answer I believe we called it Friday Assembly.
Last but not least I
always enjoy Mike Snyder’s (Win1957) articles, no matter what the subject. He
makes them so interesting and colorful. I particularly liked his memories of
Freddy Dunham, (WI 1957). I could picture both of them back in that time frame
in Stealey, students of WI and WVU and their escapades.
Still look forward to the
newsletter each month, have been receiving it since its beginning. I used to
contribute regularly but seemed to run out of time
From: Jean Wells Himmel
(WI 1959)
Yeah, I finally have
something to say based on the March newsletter! Sometimes I wonder where I was
during my high school years - there is so much I don't recognize or remember.
1. The mystery building
is (or was) the Masonic Temple, located on Pike Street between the Elks Lodge
and the Jewish Synagogue. My dad was a Mason and I was a member of the Rainbow
Girls for a couple of years. We met in that building.
2.On Dating: my first
date was with Frank Bush, who was called Lee in Junior High. I was in Y Teens
and asked him to go to the Sadie Hawkins Dance with me in 7th grade. We had
many other dates during Junior High, movies, skating and parties. What a sweet
guy! In high school, I dated Tom Brown and our weekly date was to the Moose Hall
to dance. RIP Tom.
Thanks for all you have
done over these past many years.
From: Hilda Logston Kerns (WI 1965)
I was so thrilled to see the post from David Andre concerning the foreign
exchange student Goran who lived with his family in the 50s. Goran made quite
an impression on some people in our Stealey neighborhood. I would have been 10
years old at the time. Josephine Haught Nerhood lived across the street from me
on the corner of Alexander Ave. and Musgrave St. She would have been 13 years
old at the time. We both had a horrible crush on Goran and cried when he left.
We would walk up and down the alley behind the Andre house on Milford Street
hoping to get a glance of him. He did stop by my house several years later when
he was back visiting. I have thought of him through the years. Thank you, David
Andre, for sharing the news on him. When you speak to Goran again, please give
him my blessing. I don't know if he would remember me, but I remember him and
you with happy childhood memories.
From: Cinda Frenzel
O'Neill (WI 1966)
I believe the March
mystery photo is the Masonic Hall/Temple on Pike Street. My dad and
grandfathers were Masons, my mom and grandmother were in Eastern Star, my
brother in DeMolay and I was a Rainbow girl. So, our family went to lots of
meetings there. The Jewish Synagogue was next door, such a lovely building.
From: Arreta Radcliffe Jaranko (WI 1940)
It is a good thing I can type as my vision is so poor.
You ask about names of places. Well, it was always "Angle End”. I think probably the accent of West Virginians
may be the problem. I never knew I had a "southern" accent until one
time I was speaking to my family in Vermont and they said, “I never knew you
had a southern accent" and that surprised me too. But they had lived in
Vermont for 25 years at that time and had become accustomed to that Vermont
speech. Anyway, I want to add “proud" to the list of word or phrases you
hear down here. When I lived in Tennessee they had their way of saying things too.
And one of them was "proud". Like Minnie Pearl of Grand Ole Opry would
say: "I'm jest so proud to be hyar".When my son came home from Viet
Nam one of my friends said "I'll bet you are proud to have him home"
and I guess I looked like I did not understand that so she quickly said
"you are glad he is home". To change the subject, we have 15 inches
of snow on the ground.
From: Roger Young (WI 1972)
For many years I have known of this newsletter and have enjoyed excerpts
from my mother initially and more recently via my siblings. I am long overdue
requesting that I be included on the distribution list. I would appreciate
receiving future issues.
Many thanks for all you do.
From: Hilda Logston (WI 1965)
You had a beautiful
pic in a recent newsletter of the Robinson Grand Theater marque revealing a Bonnie McGowan dance recital. This recital in 1964 or 1965 was coined
"Everything Is Coming Up Dancing". Bonnie taught dance to children of
all ages, but she also had a chorus line of about 10 high school girls called
the Bonnetts. Bonnie, who had this troupe for several years, had her chorus
line perform at different functions around Clarksburg. Along with others,
Linda Holden, Barbara Minehart and I from WI
class of 1965 danced in this recital. Linda Holden reminded me that our chorus
line sang the song "Everything Is Coming Up Dancing (Roses) with hand
gestures then broke into the kicking line wearing beautiful costumes. So much
fun. Wish I could kick like that now.
Thank you for the
memories.
It is great the town
of Clarksburg is restoring the Robinson Grand. So many people have great
memories here, and now more memories to come.
From: Dorothy Ann Hughes Shaffer (WI 1952)
Roleta, you have a
fantastic ministry with this newsletter. As we age, no doubt you see where we
can tend to wonder if we are still making a difference in the world. For sure,
you are making a difference in many, many lives. People may not respond the way
you would like to see but the ability to connect and restore memories is providing
a therapy for all who read it.
I'm sorry. I draw a blank
when I try to think of something to contribute myself. Probably many others
have this experience. But we love the newsletter. It is a work of art and
allows us to connect with a past that is personal to us. It would no doubt be
discouraging when you don't hear from anyone but I hope you guys hang in there
until someone else feels the inspiration.
Seems it could win awards somewhere.
The February issue was
just excellent. Not only providing memories but also the marvelous history
regarding Bridgeport. Photography is so special as well. Guess I tend to repeat
myself but it still holds.
"THANKS"
REPLY FROM
Roleta1@aol.com
Thank you for the sweet
letter.
One thing as a note to
you and many others who draw a blank on subjects to write about, here's a SUGGESTION:
Just comment on something
you read in the newsletter.
Comment on a memory of a sibling, a hobby, a job, a
recipe, a party in Clarksburg, a date, a dance, a teacher, a friend, write
about where you have been since graduation and what you have been doing!
Write about one of the suggestions I list each month.
The
subjects are countless...
Now, I expect to hear back from you every month
for the next year as the subjects are countless….
Thank you.
UNITED METHODIST
TEMPLE
ON THE CORNER OF SYCAMORE AND LOCUST AVENUE CLARKSBURG,
WV
110 YEARS AND STILL GOING STRONG
From: Libby Teter Akin and John Teter (WI 1956 and WI 1961)
Click here to read a great article about the Temple.
Sports Editor: Bill Meredith
FOOTBALL IS BACK
By Bill Meredith
March Madness has just ended and the Major League
Baseball season has just begun, but there is another college sport grabbing
headlines across the country. College football is in the midst of spring
practice, with West Virginia's spring game scheduled for April 7. Could this be
the year the Mountaineers finally make a run at the Big 12 title?
The offense should be as good or better than last year,
with the return of QB Will Grier and seven other starters. I've always felt
that as the offensive line goes, so goes the team. The O-line only lost one
starter and has another year of experience, so their performance is a key
element to a successful season.
Usually, in the Big 12, if the defense can hold the
opponent to under 30 points, there is a good chance of a victory. Doing that is
no easy task. Together, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State scored 109 points on the
Mountaineers last year. Tony Gibson's crew was young in 2017, so maybe a year
of growth, both physically and mentally, will help solve some of the problems.
In our pass-happy conference, I continue to think that the best pass defense is
a strong pass rush. We haven't been able to do that recently, which is why I
don't care for the 3-3-5 stack. However, that is the defense we'll be running,
so we will have to live or die with the results.
The spring game will be the last major college event
before the "Dog Days of Summer", so enjoy it while you can. Send you
thoughts and comments on WVU football or any sports subject to me
atbillmere@aol.com.
To Bill:
First of all - I'm Fred Maiocco, (WI 1955).
I was one of those football players selected and participated in the E-W FB
game along with other friends of mine from Clarksburg WV. Many of us also were
selected and played in the Annual WV North-South Football Game held in
Charleston WV that same summer. I want to 'Thank you' for posting this
information in the WI Newsletter. The info, brochure, photos and players names
that were part of the 1955 E-W Football Game was a surprise to me, as over the
years I have misplaced that info. The names and photos help in 'Senior
Moments'!
Recently, I have been emailing with Jim
Alvaro who was a teammate with me at WIHS 1954 - 1955 time period; and,
coincidentally we were discussing both games just this past week! You are
correct as to what MV stood for, and to the best of my knowledge the E-W FB
game was the 1st and last game played.
All these 'Senior' football players from
the surrounding Clarksburg vicinity, selected for these games proved themselves
as outstanding players during the past 1954 football season; and, periodically
were identified by the local newspaper sports writers as to their
accomplishments. They were a great bunch of guys; and, I was privileged to be
among them.
See if you can dig up a similar packet for
the N-S game, summer 1955. I and others would appreciate seeing a few more
memories!
Again - Thanks for the write-up and info.
God Bless.
Reply to Fred:
We did discuss the 1955 East-West All-Star
Game a while back. I'm glad you enjoyed it. As I mentioned at the time, I
remember it mainly because my high school coach, Jim Feltz, was the coach of
one of the teams. I'm pretty sure you are correct that this game was played
only one time.
Below is a picture of the North Team from
the 1955 North-South Game played in Charleston. It is my understanding that
several Clarksburg area players are pictured. I'm sure you can recognize many
of them, but how many can our other readers name? Send your answers to
billmere@aol.com.
Thanks for writing, Fred. I hope to hear from
you again soon.
Bill (billmere@aol.com)
MARCH SPORTS MYSTERY PHOTO
From: Mary Sue Spahr (WI 1956)
I think the school is Central Junior High School. In the middle of the
front row is Bud Collins. To his right as you look at the picture is Bob
Clausson. The first person on the left in the front row is Bob Hart. The rest
of the faces look familiar, but the names aren't coming to me. This was the
beginning of a great team at WI in the years that followed.
From:
John Harrison (WI 1956)
The picture appears to be the Central Jr. High School
basketball team.
Those I recognize are #26, Bob Hart; Ron Chartran; ? ; Bud
Collins with ball; Ed Westfall; #24 Bob Clousson. Next looks like Bob Griffith
to me, but could possibly be Ed Church, ??; and finally, Paul Clayton far
right.
Many of these fellows are no longer with us, but each one
played a significant role in our athletic history.
Will send this and hope it gets to you. Thanks again for all
your dedicated work on this newsletter.
From: Jim Strider (WI 1955)
From left to right I believe they are Bob Hart; Ron Chartrand; ?; ?; Bud
Collins; Ed Westfall; Bob Clousson; Buck Tustin; ?; Possibly Jim Hutson.
Obviously, it is Central Jr High School. I believe Hart, Chartrand,
Westfall and Clousson are no longer with us.
From: Augie Malfregot (WI 1955)
Bob Hart, deceased Front Left, Bud Collins, Center /Villages Central
Florida
Bob Clousson, deceased
Ron Chartrand, Back Left, deceased; Center Ed Westfall, deceased
Right corner Jim Hudson, Eastern Virginia close to DC
All six players at Central Junior High
From: Bob Teter (WI 1960)
My guess would be Central Junior High School. Some of the players I think
I recognize are Ted Waroblack? Ed Wilfong, Bob Claussen, Bucky Tustin, Eddie
Christie? I would think Bucky Tustin can name them all!
Again, many thanks for all you do to get this newsletter out. Outstanding job!
HOT ROD
To quote the advertisement in Metro
News Sports, "Hot Rod" is a documentary chronicling the flamboyance
of basketball great Rod Hundley, an unforgettable player and broadcaster who
used the game to achieve heights no one could imagine". The film, which
aired April 3 on AT&T Sportsnet-Pittsburgh, covers the career of one of
WVU's all-time great basketball players. Did you ever see him play at the old
Field House? Do you have any special memory you can share? Some people think he
was the best to ever wear the Old Gold & Blue. Do you agree?
Send your comments to me at billmere@aol.com.
THERE'S ALWAYS NEXT YEAR
As we all know, the 2017-18 WVU
basketball season ended in Boston in a Sweet 16 game against Villanova. Are you
satisfied with the season? The usual mark of a good and well-coached team is
continued improvement during the season. Did the Mountaineers show the progress
you expected? How do you rate the job Bob Huggins did with this group?
Looking to the future, even though
Jevon Carter and Daxter Miles will be gone, the 2018-19 edition should be
interesting to watch. D'Angelo Hunter has left the team and will transfer.
Expect more movement in the roster. Four new names are expected to help fill
the holes left by the seniors, including Trey Doomes, Derek Culver, Andrew
Gordon and Jordan McCabe. If McCabe can come close to performing as well as he
has in highlight films from his High school and AAU games, we are all in for a
treat. However, it's a long way from high school to the Big 12, so we'll just
have to wait and see how it comes down.
Send your thoughts on this or next
season to billmere@aol.com.
MEETING FAMOUS
PEOPLE
From:
I enjoy your newsletter so much.
Thank you for taking us back and helping us to remember our Youth!
1. As for meeting famous
people: My dad was the editor of the magazine for Consolidated Natural (Hope)
Gas. With this position he would get to go interview people for articles he
wrote and my mom and I would go with him sometimes. My two most favorite trips
were actually both to Washington DC. The first interview and famous West
Virginian I met was Sam Huff. He played for WVU and then for the Washington
Redskins. We went to his lovely home for the interview and he was such a warm
and friendly person. I also remember that his living room was decorated in
almost all white with lots of pictures and trophies in it including a picture
of him with President Kennedy. He also had a beautiful Sheltie dog!
2. The other person I felt
very honored to meet was Colonel Ralph Albertazzie, presidential pilot for
President Nixon. He also at various times flew President Kennedy and President
Johnson prior to their presidencies. Besides being such a wonderful kind person
(he was from Morgantown). At the age of 13 was blessed to be given a tour of
Air Force One by Colonel Albertazzie. I had my picture made at the top of the
steps next to the Presidential Seal where the president’s pictures are made as
they arrive at their destinations (really cool). I was then invited inside and
shown around. I was taken on a tour of the president’s office. My how things
have changed. We all know that would not happen this day and time!
3. Last but not least was
Jay Rockefeller. Mr. Rockefeller became president of WV Wesleyan College while
I was there. He and his wife Sharon were wonderful people and I was blessed to
also care for their children while attending WVWC
Thanks again for the memories!!!
From: Fred Alvaro (WI 1959)
Met famous "Wonder Woman" at the party during the Lynda Carter
Maybelline Ladies Tennis classic at Boca Raton, Fl. in early 1980's. I tell my
male friends here in The Villages, that I was with her at the Beverly Hilton, Beverly Hills Ca. (a joke of course)
Note from Editor: Have you met someone famous? Someone who we all know (but don't really know personally)
Thank you.
What is your prized item that you own
that was made in WV?
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
Here is one from Sandra Zickefoose Lindke (WI 1956)
I have a small collection of Fenton Glass that was manufactured at
Williamstown, WV. Quite a few of the pieces are signed by the artists of WV.
WHO IS THIS PERSON?
Who is this person? Hint He graduated from WI.
What is he pushing? What is he doing?
What state does he live in now?
Tell us what you know about him.
Thank you.
WERE YOU IN THE MARCHING BAND?
From: Jackie (Skinner) King (WI 1971)
You were also talking about the Band Festival. What great memories those
were, I was never in the band myself but had many friends in the band including
one of my best friends who was featured twirler and then drum major--Danny
Marsh. What was fun about the band festival was that there were so many bands
from all over the state that came to participate and all of those out of town
band members needed a place to stay while they were in Clarksburg. Families in
the area including my wonderful parents would open their homes and have one or
many out of town kids stay in their homes for the week. This was a wonderful
way to be involved and to make some lasting friendships. One girl that stayed with
us was from Hurricane, WV. We actually visited each other for weekends thru out
high school and ended up going to college together. Even after I was out of
high school I was attending WV Wesleyan College and working with a youth group
at a local Methodist Church, 4 members of my youth group were in the
Buckhannon/Upsher Band and they stayed at my home with my parents during the
band festival.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Do you have memories about Band
Festivals or marching in parades? Or playing for different occasions?
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
From Bob Hall (WI 1956)
Thanks for all you do for
the readers of the WI Newsletter.
I was in the band at Central
Jr and WI. Marched in many parades including the long ones in Huntington. Had
to cut finger tips out of gloves so fingers covered holes in clarinet. (Rough
in frigid weather). The picture in March issue may have been WI because of
white buck shoes and those crazy hats with yellow plumes. I don't recognize any
faces in the picture but that was probably taken on Main St. in front of the
Arcade bldg.
See below a picture of my
brother in 9th grade and me in 8th grade in Central Jr. uniform. I don't remember
any parades while in Jr. High.
I recognize a few in the
mystery sports picture. I would assume it was Central Jr. HS in 1950-51. #26
Bob Hart, #2? Ron Chartran, #23 Ed Westfall, #24 Bob Cloussen?sp, #28 Bob
Griffith? One looks like a Hudson.I know Hart, Cloussen, and Griffith are
deceased. Probably others also.
I'm glad you're going to
have one more picnic. Will try to get to this one.
From: Sandy Zickefoose Lindke (WI 1956)
I can remember early morning practices in the mist or fog at Hites Field
and then climbing the steep path to Chestnut Street on our way to school. I was
a majorette and marched on the right end of the line. I can remember Mr. Mayor
telling us that our lines went from curb to curb. At the Huntington Band
Festival Parade my socks worked down into the toes of my boots and I had
terrible blisters. I was not about to quit marching because I did not want to
get yelled at by Henry Mayor. My favorite part of a parade was marching to just
the drum beat on our way down the hill from the school to the parade route. No
one made a sound except for our feet on the pavement and the soft drums.
We grew up in the best of times.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Were you a drummer in high school?
What type of drum did you play? Do you remember the parades? Was it hard to
learn to carry a drum and march ad keep playing all at the same time? Did you
take private lessons to learn to play the drum? Write to us about playing the
drums in your high school band.
Write to Roleta1@aol.com
When emailing me, please include your name, school and year you did or
would have graduated.
Thank you.
From: John Campbell (WI 1959)
I was in the band at WI. I remember Hite Field vividly. The Worst thing,
in my mind, was a half time show on the field with low cloud, fog situation
that caused the band sound to reflect back ad make it seem “Offbeat”, and maybe
it was. Henry Mayer did not direct the band when marching on the field. Today,
bands have a director or directors leading them during half time shows, thus
avoiding variations from one side to the other.
MYSTERY BAND
PICTURE
From: James (Jim) Selario (WI 1967)
This picture was obviously taken in Clarksburg. The Arcade is clearly
visible in the picture. It would have had to have been taken in 1957 or earlier
as the Arcade was destroyed by fire in 1957. I do not know what band is
marching nor do I know anybody in the picture. Aarons Shoes is clearly visible
in the front part of the Arcade. As an adult I had the pleasure of getting to
know Mr. Aaron personally. He was the next-door neighbor of my wife's family on
Mulberry Avenue in Clarksburg. He was a fine person and truly a gentleman in
every way. The Oak Hall Building with its apartments is located to the west of
the Arcade. Although not visible in the picture, Anderson's Restaurant was in
that building. It had the reputation of being one of the finest restaurants in
the state of WV. I never had the opportunity to eat there however. That is
about all that I can tell you about the picture.
From: Ann Brannon Pushkin (WI 1952)
The picture was taken in Clarksburg, WV on Main Street in
front of the Arcade that connected Main Street with the parallel street above
Main Street (don't remember the name of the upper street). I had to walk
through the Arcade about 4 times every school day from my home to WI (no school
bus for me and my sisters and many other students). In fact, many students rode
the "city" bus to and from their home to attend WI.
Yes, I was the world's worst clarinet player in the WI band.
But, I would not give up being a member of the band. Director Hank Mayor knew I
was not performing in the manner I should have been but he let me continue to pretend
I could play the clarinet.
The six young majorettes leading the WI marching band would have graduated
from WI in 1951 and 1952. I knew all of them quite well but can remember the
names of only four of them. Using the list below the names of the majorettes
from left to right in the picture:
First: I don’t remember?
Second: Sue Brannon 1951 (was married to H. K. Flesher – a 1950 graduate
of WI); Sue died 12/14/2015)
Third: I don’t remember
Fourth: June Skidmore 1952 (married to Theodore Yates – a 1949 graduate of
WI)
Fifth: Barbara Antoine 1952 (married to “Punky” Claude Gilbert Goodwin a
1952 graduate of WI)
Sixth: Elizabeth Braham 1952 (married to Guy Wright a 1950 graduate of WI).
The picture was taken in Clarksburg, WV on Main Street
in front of the Arcade that connected Main Street with the parallel street
above Main Street (don't remember the name of the upper street). I had to walk
through the Arcade about 4 times every school day from my home to WI (no school
bus for me and my sisters and many other students). In fact, many students rode
the "city" bus to and from their home to attend WI.
YES! CORRECT!
1952 WI HILLTOPPERS MARCHING BAND
JUDY ASPY PAYNE
Mrs. Judith Anne Aspy
Payne, 76, a resident of Thomasville, formerly of Clarksburg, West Virginia,
passed away Monday, March 5, 2018 in Moses Cone Memorial Hospital in
Greensboro. She was born in Alleghany County, Pennsylvania to the late Arthur
and Freda Aspy on January 10, 1942. On August 24, 1962 she married James “Jim”
Lewis Payne. Mrs. Payne earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from West
Virginia University in 1963. She taught in St. Albans, West Virginia at various
schools. After moving to Thomasville, she and her husband, Jim, operated The
James L. Payne CPA Accounting Firm where she was the office manager for 25
years. She was also known for being the “Cheeseball Lady” of Thomasville. Mrs.
Payne enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and had a love for history,
specifically British History. She loved people, and never met a stranger. Mrs.
Payne was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Thomasville. In addition
to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, James Bradley Payne. Mrs.
Payne is survived by her loving husband, of 55 years, James “Jim” Lewis Payne,
who survives of the home; a daughter, Suzanne Lynn Payne of London, England; a
sister, Joyce Molloy of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; sisters-in-law, Janet Tipton and
husband Don of Chester, VA and Judy Carrington of Louisville, KY; several
nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 3:00 PM in the J.C. Green and Sons Chapel in
Thomasville with the Rev. Amanda Stephenson officiating. The family will greet
friends immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers, please direct
memorials to St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in High Point, 108 W. Farriss Ave.
High Point, NC 27262. Online condolences can be made to the Payne family at www.jcgreenandsons.com.
GAIL COLLEEN RICHARDS
Gail Colleen Richards,
77, of Clarksburg, WV, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2018.
She was the daughter of
the late Ernest Ryan and Ada Mae Harbert, both of Clarksburg.
She was born November 12, 1940, in Clarksburg. Gail is survived by her husband of 60 years, Junior Marion Richards, and five children, Keith (Tammy), Joel “JP” (Chis) Richards, Suzanne “Suzie” (Kevin) Robinson, Joretta (Dan) Hayhurst Brown, and son-in-law Mark Hines; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two brothers, Joel Ryan and James “Jr.” Harbert Sr. and his wife Paula. She also had many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, as well as several nephews and nieces.
She was born November 12, 1940, in Clarksburg. Gail is survived by her husband of 60 years, Junior Marion Richards, and five children, Keith (Tammy), Joel “JP” (Chis) Richards, Suzanne “Suzie” (Kevin) Robinson, Joretta (Dan) Hayhurst Brown, and son-in-law Mark Hines; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her two brothers, Joel Ryan and James “Jr.” Harbert Sr. and his wife Paula. She also had many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, as well as several nephews and nieces.
In addition to her
parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Erin Colleen Hines, and
grandson, Trey Hayhurst.
Gail worked as a bus aide
for the Harrison County Board of Education and was a member of the Upper Room
Church in Clarksburg. She was a 1958 graduate of RWHS, where she was Drum
Majorette for the school band.
TERRY LEE GAINES
Terry Lee Gaines, 53, of Clarksburg, WV, March 16, 2018,
at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg.
Mr. Gaines was born in Clarksburg on September 23, 1964,
a son of Juanita R. (Spurr) Gaines of Clarksburg and the late Robert S. Gaines.
Terry is survived by three stepchildren, Justin Fitch,
Dane Fitch and Brittany Gerwig; one brother and three sisters, Timothy (Gerri)
Gaines, Kathyrn Gaines, Debora (John) Carroll and Denise (Daid) Christofer; as
well as 12 grandchildren and one on the way. Also surviving are several nieces
and nephews.
Mr. Gaines was a graduate of Liberty High School and
served his country in the United States Marines. He was a carpenter by trade
and a member of the NRA
IRMA YONOVAK WILLIAMS
Mrs. Williams is survived
by her children, Sandra Williams (Joe) Martin, Gary (Cynthia), Monica Williams
(Mark) Audia, and Jimmy (Jill) Williams; and her grandchildren.
Mrs. Williams was the
last surviving member of her immediate family, also having been preceded in
death by her sisters, Lena Jonzak, Helen Yonovak, and her brothers, Jim
Yonovak, Vendal Yonovak, Tony Yonovak and Stanley Yonovak.
Irma attended Washington
Irving High School, and formerly worked at the Sanitary Meat Market and Hazel
Atlas Glass Factory. She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic
Church and formerly a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was also a
member of the Catholic Daughters, Holy Rosary Society and the Senior Citizens
Center.
JAMES “BILL” POST
James “Bill” Post, age 75
of Salem, WV passed away March 10, 2018 at his residence. He was born January
25, 1943 in Clarksburg, WV; the son of the late William Post and Daisy (Arnett)
Post. Bill is survived by his wife, Marion Post; two sons, James W. (Lori) Post
and Shane Post & his companion, Serena; four granddaughters, Katie,
Meredith, Natalie and Ryle Post; two sisters, Jean Watson of Perryopolis, PA
and Janet (David) Hodges.
Bill worked 35 years at
LTV Steel in Cleveland, Ohio as a supervisor in the coke plant. He was a member
of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Clarksburg.
DAVIS KEITH (D.K.) ROACH, JR.
Davis Keith (D.K.) Roach Jr., 73, passed away March 17, 2018, at WVU Heart
Institute in Morgantown.
D.K. was born in Clarksburg on December 5, 1944, a son of the late Davis
Keith and Elizabeth (Merrifield) Roach.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Terry (Hinesh) Roach.
He a long-time member of Shriners International, Clarksburg Scottish Rite
and Hermon Lodge No. 6.
He retired after 40 years of service with Sheet Metal Worker No. 33. Many
special and caring friends were made over the years.
D.K. graduated from W.I. High School in 1962 and W.Va. Business College in
1964.
His favorite enjoyment was watching a fast-paced NASCAR race. He could
always find a favorite driver to follow.
A special thanks to the entire staff at Fresenius Dialysis. During his six
years of treatments, he was not only treated as a patient, but a very close
friend.
He donated his body to WVU Gift Registry for education and research. He’ll
be cremated and returned to his family.
CAROLYN TUSTIN VITOLO
Carolyn Jean Vitolo, age
83 of Melbourne, Fla passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at her residence
in Florida. She was born December 31, 1934 in Lima, WV; the daughter of the
late Carl Tustin and Day (Brohard) Tustin.
A graveside service will
be held at Bridgeport Cemetery at a later date.
Davis Funeral Home is
assisting the family with the arrangements
BROOKS GAINER
Dr. Brooks Gainer, of Morgantown, died Thursday, March 29, 2018, in Ruby
Memorial Hospital.
A memorial service to celebrate Brooks’ life will be held at a later date;
more information and details will be forthcoming.
Arrangements are being handled by Hastings Funeral Home.
