Bessemer Academy - Reflections Yearbook (Bessemer, AL)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1981 volume:

BESSEMER ACADEMY 1900-61 REFLECTIONS OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK PHOTO BY MAX JINKS Contents Different Faces Annual Staff At Work? McDougat Joey Rosser. Vicki Brown Kondyl Massey poge Swiodai. Tern Hoggins. Susan Doming. (John HoJf). Ke e Home Janet Fancher Climb ' Zil ] our Dream Comes Zrue” 6 And with Faith in your heart start upward And climb 'tB you reach your dream. For nothing in life that is worthy Is ever too hard to achieve If you have the courage to try it And you have the Faith to believe ... For Faith is a fore© that is greater Than knowledge or power or skill 1?eB£LS IN THE NEWS 11 HOT DO BLOCK THIS In this year, the beginning of a new decade, we reflect on the past eleven years. There are many people to thank for the hours, materials, and words of guidance and encouragement that have built Bessemer Academy Four people (in the past not formally recognized) have served the school continuously fo the past eleven years Clockwise, beginning at upper right are Mrs. Peggy Bryant who volunteered her services In the office and Mr Push McClinton. Mr. Thomas McEniry. and Mrs. Alice Jane Robinson who were three of the original financial supporters and committee members. Adams, Russell Lamar Spanish 1. 2. Choir 4 Allen, Randy Edward Tennis 1. Amett, Victoria Beta 1. 2. 3. 4. Tres. 4 Teens for Christ 1. 2; Spanish 1. Letter Club 3. 4. Math Club 3. Volleybafl 3. 4. Capt. 4; Tennis 3; Basketball 2. 3. 4. Co-capt 3; Miss B.A. Contest 3; Science Fair 1st 1. Al District Basketball 3. 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students: Pickens Math Tour 3rd 3. Dist. Math Tour. 3rd 3. Baumann, Valerie Jane Kappa 2.3.4; Teens for Christ 1, Choir 2.3.4; AI State Chorus 2.3.4; Mat Mates 3; Rebeiettes 1. 2. Bell, Brian Keith Band 1 2.3. 4 Stage Band 1. 2 Breland. Phyllis Renee Teens for Christ 1. 2. Chap. 2: Leo 1. Choir 2. 3. 4: Al State Chorus 2. 3; Spanish 1. 2. Friendliest. Color Guard 2. Mat Mates 2: Annual Staff 3 Brown, Margaret Victoria Kappa 2. 3. 4. Pari 4. Spanish 2. 3. Teens for Christ 1. 2. Choir 3. pianist 3; Annual Staff 4. Math Club 3; K ss B.A Contest 1. 2. 3; Al State Chorus 3; Best Dressed. Cheerleader 1. 3. Mat Mates 2. Drama 4. Sports Club 2. 3, 4. Bessemer Music Oub Schokxshp. NFMC Comp 1. 2. 3. 4. Superior. Who's Who n Music. Burnett, Jerri Lynn Beta 1. 2, 3. 4. Sec 4. Teens for Christ 1; Kappa 2. 3. 4. Spanish 1. Choir 3: Oass Poet. Society of Distinguished American High School Students Burrell, Dwight Melton Spanrsh 1; Letter Club 4. Wittiest; Class Prophet. Footbal 1. 4. Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4 Russell Camar Adams Brian Keith Bell Valerie Vane Baumann Phyllis Renee Breland Margaret Victoria Mrown flerri Cyan Murnett Callahan, Karan Elaine Beta 2. 3. 4. Teens for Christ 1, 2. Kappa 2. 3, A. Spanish 1 Math Club 3; Drama 3. A. Who's Who Among American Wgh School Students; Most Unique. Softball 2.3. Mat Mates 3. Rebelettes 1,2: Color Guard A. Annual Staff 4. Sports Club 3. 4. Casey, Janet Marfa French 1. 2. Choir 1.2.3; Kappa 2.3.4; Math Oub 3; Beta t, 2. 3. 4. Record Keeper 4. Society of CXstmgiushed American High School Students. National Honor Rol. Who's Who in Music. National Merit-Commended Student. Most Likely to Succeed. Capstone Summer Honors Program at U of A. Al State Chorus 2. 3. Most Outstanding Soprano 2. 3; Basketball Stats 3.4; E WI Business Career Development Rep A. Century I Leaders Rep 4 Childers, Anna Melissa Kappa 2. 3. 4; Sports Club 2.3.4. V Pres 4. Spanish 1; Softbal 2. 3. Cowley, Suzanne Leo 2. 3. French 1.2. Choir 3. 4. Rebelettes 2. DeRoncey, Mike Edward Jr high Foot-bd 1. 2: Choir 1, 2. 3. Sec.-Tres.; Al State Chorus 2. 3. Dwight Nelson Murrell Karen Elaine Callahan 19 Senior Favorites Dona Swrxlal. Cndy Spot Ateon Tomrr e. Lisa McEnry. Crag Garnet Tim Word. Randall Guyton. mbo Roe. Downs, Chris Fred Most Talented; Band 1. 2. 3. 4. Drum major 4. Basket-bal 1. Choir 3. 4: Stage Band 2. Dunn, Kelley Mario French 1. 2; Cho 1. 3. 4. Al State Chorus 3. Ethrldgo, Konnoth Lloyd Spanish 1; Letter Club 4; Footbal 2. 3. 4; Bosket-bal 2. 3. 4. Basebd 1. 2. 3. 4. UMOC Contest 2. Fanchor, Janet Donlso Spanish 1. 2; Choir 2; Color Guard 2. 3. Kappa 2. 3. 4; Math Club 3. 4; Annual Staff 3. 4. Business Manager 3; Cloass Lawyer. Beta 1. 2. 3. 4 Mike Edward DeRoncey Chris 7red Downs Foster, Jonathan Arnold Most Unique Football 2. 3. 4. MV Lineman 3; Wresting 2. 3. 4. 2nd place State. Basebd 3. Garmon, Mark Darrell Spanish 1. 2; Best Mannered; Band 1; Wrestling 1; Koppers Club 2. Beta V Gamer, Lowell Craig Spanish 1. 2; Footbd 1. 2. 3. 4. Basketball 2. 3. 4. Basebd 2. 3. 4; Choir 4 Griffin, Pamela Carole Kappa 2. 3. 4; Rebelettes 1. 2. Choir 4, Teens for Christ 1, 2. Mat Mates 3. Spanish 1, 2; Annual Staff 3. Miss B A. Contest 1. Kelley Marie Dunn Kenneth Cloyd Ethridge Jonathan Arnold 7aster Mark Darrell Garmon Cowell Craig Gamer Cynthia (Jo Qulsby Pamela Carole Griff in ffohn Randall Guyton Gulsby, Cynthia Jo Sports Club 2.3. 4 Guyton. John Randall Spanish 1. 2. FCA 1. 2; Letter Oub 2. 3. 4. Student Council 1. 3. 4. Pari 3. Pres 4; Moth Club 3; Drama 4, MVP 2. Al District Basketball 3. Best Dressed. Football 1.3. 4. Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4; Golf 2 Hamoker, Kellie Ronoo Beta 1. 2. 3. 4; Koppa 2. 3, 4. Pres 4: Spanish 2. V. Pres 2; Student Council 2. 3.4. Tres. 3: Class Histooan. Girls’ State Rep. 3. Poppy Queen 3; Who’s Who Among American Ffrgh School Students. Annual Staff 3.4. Business Manager 3: Color Guard 2. 3.4. Co-head 3. Head 4. Mat Mates 3; Choir 3; Miss B A Contest 1,2. 3. Holt, John Bettor French 2. 3. Pcxl 2 Thespians 3. 4; Teens for Christ 1. Math Ckjb 3; Boys’ State Rep. 3. Art Award 1st 2. Science Farr 1st 1; Most School Spirit; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Band 1. 2. 3. 4. Sec 3. Pres 4 Howell, James Wyatt Art Club 1. Choir 4 Jordon, Oeana Beth Kappa 2. 3. 4. V Pros. 4; Teens for Christ 1. 2. Band 2. 3; Majorette 3; Miss B A. Contest 1. 3; Sports Oub 2. 3. 4 Kellie Renee Mamaker (John Res tor Molt fames Wyatt Howell 23 Kidd, Wlllkim Eric Spanish 1. 2. Beta 1. . efter Club 3.4. Class V Pres 4 Drtyna 4. Footbal 1. 2. 3. 4 FCA 1. 2. 3 Lewis, Rita Joy Teens for Christ 1 2 Chew 1 3. 4 Lipscomb, Albert Dobbins French 3 and 1. 2. 3. 4. Pit Orchestra 3. Stage 'and 2. APS A District 7 Art Show 1st 1. i A Art Show 1st 1. Long, Jerry Larence Teens for Christ 1 Danish 1.2. Cho 4. V Pres 4; Footbal . 2. Basebol 2. Band 4 ushlngton, Laura Patricia Kappa 2, 4. Beta 1. 2. 3. 4 French 1. 2. Math tub 3. Cheerieoder 1,3.4. Class Hlsto-3n. Mss B A Contest 3: Droma 4. xxts Club 2. 3, 4 lahan, Connie Susanne Student ouncl 1.2.3.4. Sec 2.3.4. Beta 1.2. 4. Pres 4. Kappa 2.3,4. Spanish 1.2. es 2. DAI? Citizenship Award. Biggest ft. Homecoming Court 1. 2. 3. Miss A Contest 1.2.3. Top 10 2.3. Cheer-Oder 4 Rebelettes 1. 2. Choir 3. 4 v Kita {Joy Dew is Albert Dobbins Dipscornb {Jerry Carence Dong Caura Patricia Cuskington Connie Susanne Mahan Elizabeth Ann Peterson Angelia £ouise Phillips McEntoy, EUto Elton Teens for Cnrtst 1; Spanish 1, 2: Beta 1. 2. 3. 4. Drama-Thesprins 2. 3. 4. Student Counci 1. 2. 3.4. Pan 4. Math Club 3. Kappa 2. 3.4. Chop 4. Class Favorite 2. 4. Homecoming Court 2. 3. Soph Mari 2. Juxx Mari 3. Mss B A. Contest 1. 2. 3 top 10 2. third cit 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students; Best Al Around Cheerieoder 1. 2. 3. 4. Co-heod 1, Heod 4; Sports Club 2. 3. 4. Chap 4. Choir 1. 3. Pegues, Patty Leigh Kappa 2. 3. 4. Beta 3.4. French 1.2. Sec 2; Teens for Christ 1. Class Sec.-Tres 4; Math Club 3; Miss B A Contest 2. 3. Cutest. Class Prophet. Color Guard 2. 3. 4. Co-heod 4. Mat Mates 3; Choir 3. Annuel Staff 3. 4. Busness Manager 3; Drama 4. Sports Club 3. 4 Peterson, Elizabeth Ann Leo 3; Rebe-lettes 2; Spanish 1. Choir 3. 4 Phillips, Angelia Louise Teens for Christ 1; Kappa 2. 3. 4 Ray, John Marcus Beta 1; Spanish 1.2. FCA 1. 2. letter Club 2. 3. Sec.-Tres 4. Moth Club 3. Drama 4. Society of Distinguished American Ffcgh School Students. Most Likely To Succeed Foot-bal 2, 3. 4; Al District Footbal 3. Bas-ketbal 2. 3, 4. Basebai 2. 3. 4 Lisa McEniry. Jimbo Roe Randall Guyton. Vicki Brown Jon Casey, Mark Ray Craig Garner. Patty Pegues Alison Tommie. Duke Stephenson. Dana Swindal Susie Zauchin. John Holt Suzanne Shaw. Lloyd Ethridge Jonathan Foster. Karen Callahan w Reaves, William Gregory Beta 1. 2. 3. Student Counci 1; Letter Club 2. 3, 4. Society of Distinguished American High School Students. APS A State Spelfing Champ 1. Gvltan Award 1. Football 1. 2.3.4 Basketball 1 Best Conversationalist. Spanish 1. 2. Rhea, Neale Edward Beta 1, 2. 3. Student Cocnca 3. Spanish 1.2. Math Club 3; Dramo 4; Footbai 1.2. 3.4 Basebal 2. 3, 4 Robinson, Ula While Kappa 2. 3. 4. Reporter 4. Teens for Christ 1. 2. Class Historian. Spanish 1. 2; Miss B A. Contest 3. 4. Majorette 2, 3, 4. Head 3. 4. Mot Mates 2. 3. Co-head 3; Concert Band 1. 2. 3. 4; Sports Club 2. 3. 4; Koppers Club 2. Choir 4. letter Club 1 Roe, James Sidney Class Favorite 1.2. 4. Class Pres 1. 2. 3. 4. Beta 1. 2. 3, 4. Tres. 1. Pari. 3. V Pres. 4. Jr Beta Athletic Academic Award 1; Spanish 1. 2: letter Club 1. 2. 3. 4. Student Counci 1, 2. 3. 4. Best Al Around. Who's Who Among American High School Students. Footbai 1. 2. 3. 4. Basebal 1. 2. 3. 4. Basketbal 1. 2. 3. 4 Shaw, Suxanne Lynn Letter Club 1. 2, 3. 4. Kappa 2. 3. 4. Most Athletic: Bo ketbal 1. 2. 3. 4. Capt 3; Voleybai 1. 2. 3. 4. Softbal 1. 2. 3. 4; Al Distnct Basketbal 2. 3; MVP Basketbal 2; Sports Club 2. 3 Spell. Cynthia LuAnne Spanish 1. 2; Teens for Christ 1.2. Chap. 1. V. Pres 2; Beta 1.2.3: Thespians 1.2.3.4, Tres 1. Sec. 2. Pres. 3.4, Letter Club 4. Student Counci 4. Chap 4; Basketbal 3.4; Miss B.A. Contest; third alt 1. top 10 2 second alt 3. Class Chap . Class Favorite. Most Talented. Homecoming Cosxt 2. 3; Society of Distinguished American rtgh School Students; Speech Arts Association Award 3; Crvtton Speech 3. B A -1st Dtst -2nd. Clvitan Essay Contest 3. Dist.-lst Ola White Kobinson Janies Sidney Koe Suzanne jCynn Shaw Cynthia JCuAnne Spell Ilames Kichard Stephenson JJ Dana Michelle Swindal Qeorgie Cyan Watts Zimothy David Ward kelly Michelle Woodward Stephen ton, Jam Blchard II Spanish 1. 2. Math Club 3. Letter Club 4. Beta 1. 2.3.4. Most Popular. Basebai 1. 2.3.4; Football 1. 2. 4 Swlndai, Dana Mlch ll Beta 1. 2. 3. Pres 1; Spanish 1. Student Courcl 1.3; Kappa 2. 3. 4, Tres 4. Homecoming Cocrt 2. Mss BA. Contest 1.2.3: Freshman Favorite 1; Society of Distinguished American rtgh School Students; Cheerleader 1. 2. 3. 4. Head 1. Co-head 4. Drama 3.4. Annual Staff 4. Sports Club 2. 3. 4. Pres 4 Tomml . Alison Ayer Beta 1. Teens for Christ 1. Basketbal 2. Math Club 3: Student Counci 3. Cheerleader 1. 3. 4 French 1. 2. Kappa 2. 3. 4. Sec 3; Sports Club 2. 3. 4, Pari 4 NAss BA Contest 1. 2. 3. top 10 3. Most Poplar; Class Favorite 4 Homeconrvng Court 3. 4. Society of Distinguished American High School Students Ward, Timothy David Spanish 1. 2 Student Counci 1. 2. FCA 1.2. 3; Letter Club 1. 2. 3. 4; Class Pres 1.2. Class V Pres 3; Class Favorite 3. 4; Biggest Flrt; MVP Footbai 3. Al District Footbai Leodmg Tackier 2.3; Jr High Basketbal MVP 1. Basketbal 1.2.4 Choir 4. Basebai 1. Footbai 1. 2. 3. 4 Watt , Qeorgl Lynn Thespians 2. 3. 4 Teens for Christ 1. 2. Band 1. 2. 3. 4: Wittiest Woodward, K tly Mlch H Spanish 1; Kappa 2. 3. 4 Color Guard 2, 3. 4. Co-heod 4 Yancey, Trocy B n Letter Club 3.4. Kappa 4. Best Mannered; Softool 3. 4 Voleybai 4 Cheerleader 1 Zauchln, Sutan Br nt French 1.2, Tres 2, Drama 3; Sports Club 2, 3. Mat Mates 2; Kappa 2. 3, 4. Project Chairman 4. Teens for Christ 1. Letter Club 4; Most School Spirit. Cheerleader 1. Soft-bal 3. 4. Basketbal 3. 4 Greg Reaves, UJa Robinson Georgie Watts. Dwight Burrell Rusty Adams, Kelly Woodward Original B.A. Students Tracy Yancey, Mark Garmon Tim Ward. Connie Mahan Class Poem The years have passed so quickly now. Our time together is almost gone. For as long as we keep our memories We need not ever be alone. We've been together for a couple of years. Some, even longer. But through the years all our friendships here. Have grown even stronger. As we prepare to leave B.A. with Sadness at leaving the past. We will always remember that our Friendships here were made to last. Time will go on, each person will change. For things will never stay the same. But we will always remember a special Person, event, or game. Though soon we will be separated-Each going his own way-We will never forget Bessemer Academy Or our graduation day. Poet Jerri Burnett Class History The history of the Class of '81 has been interesting. It has been one of great contrast, from Mrs. Lasseter and Marv to Mrs. Buck and Miss Whittington; from being intimidated to being in charge Our story begins in the third grade at the old school. They stuck us in the back, but we did not mind because we had our own bathroom and no one else did. We had some great times at the school playing house in the back yard and bathing with poison oak But it was not all bad The fourth grade was the beginning of a new part of our life, with the anticipation of a new building and the meeting of new friends. During this year some of us received our first demerits, but we made many new friendships that would last all the way through high school. Our fifth grade year reaffirmed our dislike for school as our elementary years continued Things were different, though, because we were the head of the elementary end of the school, to be looked up to and respected As we realized our position, the teachers began to get in our way as we had to sign contracts promising our efforts in science. However, we were abruptly brought back to shocking reality when our English teacher (?) tied us in our chairs. The end of this year had most of the girls going out for cheerleading and the guys for Junior High Football under Coach Amason. In the seventh grade, we began again; we were on the other end of the hall. We had some wild times that year torturing Mr. Remele by lining our shoes up against the wall, throwing our books on the floor and raising our hands all at the same time It is no wonder he left the year after that. In the eighth grade we were finally getting into the hang of the high school life. In the ninth grade, we attempted the task of speaking a foreign language: Spanish or French, as well as that foreign language they spoke in our first Shakespearian play. Romeo and Juliet. When Mrs. Lasseter assigned over 500 questions on it. we thought it was sheer torture! With our sophomore year came a new word, pledge : a word that will stay with us forever. Those who were not pledges will never forget stepping over dead bugs in the hall. Here, we were the youngest of the high school, not the oldest of the junior high anymore. We were very proud of our first Homecoming Court representatives. Homecoming was highlighted as we entered our first float and drew a respectable second place. After Christmas the meaning of “term paper was introduced, but as we worked on our papers, we realized we were no longer the little kids we pretended to be The eleventh grade was when we finally realized our time at Bessemer Academy was drawing to an end. When Class Day of '80 was over and we had ordered our class rings, we felt we were finally seniors. It was then that teachers like Mr Rogers started feeling they should better prepare us for college, with advanced chemistry. Also that year we won the Homecoming float and door decoration. We worked hard planning and decorating for the prom with the theme The Wizard of Oz. We entered this, our senior year, full of anxious pride, determined to make this year the best. After winning the spirit stick numerous times and attending the Homecoming dance, we knew the end was near, but we refused to believe it. We were finally awakened to the realistic world of graduation, with the ordering of caps and gowns. Even though we are leaving to begin a new life, we can assure you that the memories of Bessemer Academy will never leave us. Last Will And Testament To: Mr. Rogers. Jimbo and Craig leave their bottle rockets and a ride in the squod car To Tracy Williams, your Big Sis leaves all her love. To: Paige and Felecia. Jerri Burnett leaves all her love. To: Sehora Bryant. Tim and Rusty leave a game of Scrabble. 10 pounds, and a dozen Moosehead To: next year's cheerleaders. Cindy leaves Do it Like a Big Dawg. To: Kendyl and Teresa. A T. and S.Z. leave a fun trip to Florida. To: any lucky girl. Deana leaves her baton. To: anyone interested. Lila leaves her title of Burger King Queen and her personal office. To: any lucky guy. Craig leaves his teddybear look-alike award. To: Natalie and John. Lisa and Jimbo leave a long-lasting romance To: anyone who will take it. Vicki the Avon Lady leaves a free sample To: Teresa. Amanda, and Traci. KeHy W., Kellie H.. and Patty P. leave all their love. To: Randall, we leave a pair of socks. To: the Seniors of '81. KeHy Woodward leaves all her love for the concern they showed her last year To: Shan McDougal. the Seniors leave friends after we have gone To: Kristy Y.. Vicki B. leaves her thanks for being the best Kappa Junior. To: Greg H.. Duke leaves a raft and a high speed chase. To: Coach Crowson. Neale Rhea leaves a lifetime supply of Muscles Now. To: Mr Rogers, the Seniors of '81 leave a band for the prom. To: future baseball teams. Neale and Duke leave some driving lessons. To: G.H.. G.R. leaves ... Sally! To: Mrs Bryant, the Kappa Seniors leave a big THANK YOU and all their love. To: Coach Loggins. Suzanne and Cindy leave a basketball uniform that will never fit. To: Mrs Carlysle's next year's Trig Class, this year’s Trig Class leaves a year supply of No Doze and an air conditioner (and to the Trig Class. Mrs. Carlysle leaves). To: Jane Farrington and Carlyn Olvey. Jan leaves her thanks for many good memories To: Coach Loggins. Cindy leaves one last suicide and 1.000 smiles in the morning. To: Liberty Supermarket, we leave Vicky Arnett working the late shift and coming in at 4:00 A M To: Melissa Nix. Vicki and Karen leave one last chorus of Poor. Poor. Pitiful Me. To: J.H., T.Y. leaves Just what is it about those bottom lockers that gives you a headache??? To: the 1981-82 Volleyball team. Vicky Arnett leaves a way to get out of a test To: next year's football team, the band seniors leave the Work Song. To: those who need it. Phyllis and Pam leave their newest issue of 101 ways to forget your way to school. To: someone. Lisa and Dana leave a can of paint and a brush. To Shan, we leave another skipping record at a pep rally To: Leigh Ann. your Big Sis leaves lots of love. To: someone, the girls in Typing II leave Bert's ability to figure out margins all by himself To: someone who wants it, the senior summer school class leaves Kelly Woodward's show time performances To: Mike Turley. 5th period P.E. leaves one last twirl? To: Mrs. Syx. Phyllis leaves a finished song. To: Debbie Grayson. Missy leaves all the love and luck in the world. To: Jack Terry. Randall leaves another year with the “Big Cheese To: Phil Earnest. Tim leaves his ability to off-shore drill. To: Tracy Williams, we leave some stickum for her baton. To: two lucky Juniors, we leave Neale and Randall's colored underwear To: Coach Crowson. we leave the book How to Pick up Girls in Bars. To: Barbara Hill, your Big Sis. Pam. leaves all her love and title of fire head To: next year's Seniors, the Class of '81 leaves our talent at winning the Spirit Stick. To: Kelly Mann and Kelley Moore. Connie leaves her talent and title of Biggest Flirt. To: Kendyl and Janie. Susie leaves a lasting friendship To: Mr. Rogers. Dwight Burrell, and Rusty Adams. Mrs. Bryant leaves enough common sense to fill an ink bottle To: Erma, the Volleyball Seniors leave another exciting two hours in Burger King. To: Mr. Rogers. Randall and Tim leave a bottle of Scope and a long cold shower To: Mr. Rogers. Mark Ray leaves a book on the correct way to teach biology, chemistry, and physics. To: Kelly Mann and Tracy Yancey, your special Senior leaves a lot of love and fond memories. To: Jack and Mr. Rogers. Dwight leaves a weekend at the Roach Motel. To: Joey Rosser. Dwight and Neale leave a 16 02. bottle of Dristan nose spray To: Mrs. Carter. K.H. and K.W. leave a bottle of wine and Playgirl at flag camp. To: Debbie W., Kelly W.. and Dana S.. Janet leaves all her love. To: Kelley Moore, the Kappa Seniors leave the book How to Keep Your Mouth Shut. To: Beth Harrington, the Senior Cheerleaders leave Kaka. To: Coach Loggins. the Senior Football players leave their chittlin's. To: Shan McDougal, Alison leaves “bird legs” and much, much more. To: Melinda, Lila leaves the nickname Hot Lips and a memory of the Homecoming Dance. To: Beth. Laura leaves all her love for being her special Junior. To: Melissa and Leigh Ann. the Senior Cheerleaders leave a moment alone in the lunchroom. To: Debbie G., Kristy Y.. Lisa M„ and Marcy B.. D.S. leaves her thanks for always being there. To: anyone who wants it. the Seniors leave Dwight Burrell's great ability to tap dance. To: Miss Green “The Bean. the Senior Cheerleaders leave their love and thanks for all you've done. To: Cindy Spell. Lila leaves all her love and thanks for being the best friend ever To: Susie, Alison leaves all her thanks for being a great friend. To: the Seniors of '82, the Class of 1981 leaves a tough act to follow. To: Mr. Norton. Mrs. Sullivan, and Faculty, the Seniors of 1981 leave their love and appreciation for the many things you have done to prepare us for the years ahead. The Seniors of 1981 leave their thanks to our special friends who have made our year at B.A. memorable. Janet Fancher Eric Kidd Class Lawyers 37 Class Prophecy As we the Class of '81 assemble for our ten year reunion, we are amazed at what some of our former classmates have achieved or failed to achieve. Greeting us at the door with open arms is Lila Robinson, now the manager of Hury Auto Parts. As the crowd gathers. Jimbo Roe DMD. who is now in the midst of a dental malpractice suit, calls the gathering to order. Standing beside him is his wife, the former Lisa McEniry, who is now the model in the T.V. commercial for Jimbo's new toothpaste, Rebeldent. Cindy Spell has stopped in from her latest evangelical tour long enough to read the invocation. Entertaining us tonight is Miss Dana Swindal who has just recently gained popular acclaim with her rendition of M Go to My Grave Loving You.” Also singing for us tonight will be the popular duet Double Trouble,'' our own Karen Callahan and Vicki Brown. Karen is just in from the ski slopes of Vail, and Vicki is now president of the Avon Corporation. As we look around, we see many people who have gone into the sports world. There is Suzanne Shaw who has just beaten out Randall Guyton for a starting position on the Atlanta Hawks. Chatting with Randall is Tim Ward, who is able to be here tonight because his professional football season was cut short with yet another knee injury. Shuffling into the room now is Greg Reaves, who is president and chief instructor for the Olympic Weight Club. As we glance around the room once again we see Rusty Adams and Dwight Burrell, who have taken a rest from their cross country vaudeville tour to form a lonely hearts club. Standing near the door we see James Howell, Chris Downs, Mike DeRoncey, and Randy Allen just in from a night's mushroom hunt. Also Missy Childers who has opened a chain of truck stops known as Missy's 6th Wheel.' Coming toward us now are Doctors Jan Casey and Vicky Arnett who have taken time off from their research for a cure of the disease Mentalitosis. more commonly known as the abnormal desire to study. Brian Bell has just completed his book entitled How to Avoid Unnecessary Comments in Class. We overheard Pam Griffin and Phyllis Breland discussing plans for the enlargement of their shop, which caters to the steady dating couple. Mark Garmon has just returned from an African Safari. He is discussing the details with Jerry Long who has been lumbering the forests of the North West. In the corner we see Janet Fancher, the editor of the magazine Men Watching. Just in from a jump with the 82nd Airborne is Capt Mark Ray arguing the point of a foreign affair with Prof of History Eric Kidd. Jonathan Foster is discussing what he saw on T.V. last night with Neale Rhea, who is now a designer of clothes for the muscle-bound man. Co-owners of the Bessemer Twin Theatre. Valerie Baumann, Kelley Dunn, and Beth Peterson, are talking with Georgie Watts who owns a charm school, and on the side doubles for Lisa Lubner in her new film. In from her debut at the Met is opera singer Connie Mahan. She is talking to Laura Lushlngton who teaches public speaking at a local university. Kelly Woodward has everyone in stitches telling of (her own or her brother's) latest adventure. Lloyd Ethridge is preaching on the evils of the Devil's brew as he is now the teacher at Bessemer Wreckless Driving School. Kellie Hamaker is now running for Governor on a strong women's lib platform. Alison Tommie is just in from a man hunt at the University of Alabama. Susie Zauchln can be heard leading cheers from across the room. There's Bert Lipscomb who is now forming a jazz band for a world tour. He is talking excitedly with John Holt, who has just opened a new business of his own. It's called John's Carry-All Service. with the wagon as the number one car. Jerri Burnett has just entered with her still steady boyfriend. Mark Vining. Jerri is talking to Suzanne Cowley who is now the choir teacher at B.A. There's Duke Stephenson who has just returned from a road race in France Rita “8th note Lewis is now in the parking lot talking on her C.B. Deana Jordan has joined the army to be with her husband Jay Vincent. She is discussing her career with Angie Phillips who is a successful housewife Angie is one of the few orthodox people in our class. Cindy Gulsby, horror movie queen, has just finished her latest flick. Invasion of the Ghoulhoppers. Patty Pegues is still a jewel at Simmon's Pawn Shop. Tracy Yancey has followed up on her high school title of ‘Best Mannered by writing a book on etiquette. As the festivities come to an end. Craig Garner comes in late, as usual. As we say good-bye. we would like to thank the faculty at Bessemer Academy for all of the help and guidance they have given us through the past years. Many high goals have been set for and by our class, and we hope that each one of them is completely fulfilled. We wish the Seniors of 1982 the best of luck always. Class Prophets Dwight Burrell Patty Pegues 39 Barry Gay DeDCxe Grayson Both Harrington Greg Harrington Randal Headrick Jatfie Russo Artie Pemngton Meimda Re� d Doug Sawyer Brenda Sexton Nancy Scott Jame Wode Mike Turley Dana Therrel Debbte Wfloms Sophomore Favorites Brenda Bush Morgan Cafloway Jock Canada Tract Carter letgh Ann Clements 46 John HoUtmon Mke long Keodyl Massey Chnstie Meadows Jason Morgan Chns Owens Jeanene Patterson What’s Happenin’ Junior High? J _____ Freshmen Favorites 49 Kely Barnes Jon Bell Jennifer Biockerby Shane Boatright Lisa Boyd Ceci Bunn Byron Foster Sherry Garmon Frank Grayson Tim Headrick Bobby Waldrop Steve Ware Kris Williams Matt Wood Jeff Deortts Stacy Edge Kim Foster NAcah Hart Greg Heodrick Ke y Hester Terne Howe Charlotte Hrggmbotham Kip Hogue Mark longston Michael Lpscomb Susan Ho y Wendy Horton Vicki McCombs Dai© Norred Pam Patterson Ree Reeves Ricky Re d Shawn R ey Seventh Grade Jon Grayson Tim Horton Lisa Hosmer Chnsti Jordon Pom Jordon Caie Camoben Debbie Clements Judith Dabbs Angel Ethridge Kevin Garmon Danny Justice Renee Kennedy John David Logan Jmbo Mahatfey J McDougoi Donna MKtdiebrooks Lee Musso MorV Newton Scott Pate MorK Qum Kf%ke Trocy Chasty Red Kelli Russel Cindy Schrimscher Paula Scott Leigh Wesley Wendy Wesson Terry Winsieft Cheryl Young Leslie Trammell Sixth Grade Ruth Ann Abercromtxe Chrtslie Alman Carolyn Catioway Mofte Clark Lee Qeveoger Itsa Coker Jackie Curen Kely Edge Cynthia Forr Mark Foster Wendy Foster Rhonda Gombte David Garrett Thomas Havng Donna HM James Long Sandra luker Donna Mrtchel Bert Moore 56 Sherrie Roy Brent Shodrick Denise Smith Kim Swindle Cindy Trammell Crissy Vetch Tom Ward Terri Wftams Metesa Moore Barry Parsons Jamie Ray Robby Ray Wayne Ray Alon Reynolds Julia Richardson Brian Romine Fifth Grade Jock Cason Jeff Curren Karen DeRoncey Heather Gable Sara Grayson Juke Hamaker Goa Having Jason Jones Detxxoh Keith Jamie Kierce Jrrvny Mr cx Don Newton Susan Nichols Stephen Patterson David Peacock Karen Perm Jason Reid Lewis Russell Debbie Shaw Greg Smith Scott Smith Sharon Williams Fourth Grade David Bloomer Darby Broodwater Juhe Bruce Christy Edge Holly Edge Chuck Gay Wayne Having Steve rtggnbotham Curtis Howord Chns Jones Bob Keith Randy Knapp Sima Mahan Mitch Mitchen Amy Pennington Beth Richardson Danny Rosser Donna Jo Schiea Ginger Smith Steve Smith Susan Young 59 Third Grade Second Grade Ricky Addington David Brown Chris Dunn Michelle Ensor Shea Forr Rotxn Gamble Diana Harrell Eddie Horton Tm Luker ADtson Montooth Christine Marcum Nicole Parsons Sam Rhea Jenmter Sellers Jeff Sms Andrea Stemtoge Edie Stinnett Amy Thrasher Kevin Warren Michael Wheeler Scott Young 61 Christy Beasley Courtney Brigman Amy Gamble Shefly Grimes Joonna Hassell Amber Jones Melanie Jonie Danny Minor Jason Morgan Brodley Ray Jeff Rogers Heath Shaw Leslie Smitherman Angie Wore Lola Moe Warren April Young First Grade Elementary Play Day Kindergarten Brad Brodiev Bridget Brown Jennifer Carter Cory Edwards Rachael Headrick Shannon Hi Gabo Johnson Rebecca Mortm Tonya McCracken Jay Salser Steven Stemiage Adam Waldrop London Wafis Jennifer West Jarme Westor Misty Williams Graduation ’80 The kindergarten has been at Bessemer Academy for four years. The children learn many things like the alphabet and how to count. They also enjoy arts and crafts every day. For field trips, the children visit the Birmingham Zoo, Homewood Park and the Bessemer Public Library. The kindergarten concludes the year with graduation. 6S Mr Norton wos bom in Birmingham He attended Easley ttgh School for two years, unti hts famrfy moved to Tennessee He attended Rock wood High School n Tennessee his junior and senior years Later, at Tennessee Tech, he majored «n Education, minored n Physical Education. and played college footba His favorite Engfch professor, who also coached, inspired Mr Norton to coach and teach, too. He was able to do so at Hueytown High after he graduated from Tennessee Tech He went on to a job at Pittman Jr High School, where he taught unti he accepted a job at Johns Elementary School Upon leaving Johns, he served as assistant principal at Minor High School, where he served unti he became principal at Adamsvie High School Mr Norton came to Bessemer Acodemy upon its founding in 1970 os headmaster and served os cooch until a ful-time coach was hired in 1973. Mr Norton was then able to devote al his energies toward building the school which he has served so odmirably for the past 11 years. Mrs James CoBahan. Mr Charles Campbel. Mr Winfred Justice. Mrs Atoert Lpscomb. Mr WH Ethridge. Dr Wayne Roe. Dr Earl Pate. Mrs Leroy Holt. Mr Tom Me Envy, Not pictured Mrs Charkey Jordan. Rush McOinton Below Mr L T, Ward-President Executive Board ■iimn— 66 6 Counselor Mrs Mary Brodley Suivon was born m Bessemer and ived with her two brothers and her parents. She attended Bessemer ttgh School, where she was an active member in A Club and Tri Hi Y She then attended Randolph Mocon Womens Ca ege in Virgnia where she received her B.S. after which time she taught at a local element ary school Later, she attended University ot Alabama where she earned her M A She directed social activities at Auburn University where she later became Assistant Dean In 1972. she married Dr. Percy Suftvon and moved to Birmingham Mrs Suivan then accepted a part time job at Bessemer Academy as a counselor m 1974 She keeps up with credits for graduation and serves as a personal guide to students concerning colege entrance She also coordinates the school clubs and their activities Bookkeeper At right Mr . Roberto Carter Hobies: arts crafts, counted cross stitch, cooking, fishing, watching footbai games Family: husband-jerry. daughter-Traci; Years at BA 2 Registrar At left Mr� . Peggy irygnt Degree: Massey Business Colege. Hobbles: camping, church work, gardening, family Family: husband-84, chidren-Rotxn. Tina. Clay Years at B A 11 67 Mrs. Fave iunn Classes: P E Atde. 6 Play and Study Hobbles: hfcng reading. Family: husband-Horvey. chldren-Cecil. Becky. Bonr e. Years at -B A 2 Mr. Borrv Crowson Classes: Typing Shorthond. Degree: B.S.-U Of Alabama Hobbies: sports. skmg; Family: single Years at B.A 2 Mr. Cory Logging Classes: Physical Education. Dovers Education Degrees: B S M S Troy State Hobbles: sports, hunting, antiques Family: wife-Ajdy. son-A dam Years at B A 2 Mrs. Solly Irlnks Classes: Band. 4. 5. 6 Music. Degree: B M E.-Samford. Hobbles: cho . swimming bootng, fishng Family: nusbond-Greg. sons-Walfer. Wdkam. Years at B A 1 Mrs. Sharon Syx Classes: 1-6 Music. Director of Jr High Chorus and B A Choir. Degrees: B S . M A A A -U. of Alabama Hobbles: rxno. yard work, watching football and bosebofl games. Family: husband-Johnny. Years at B.A 1. Mr. David Walls Classes: 8.9 Science. 7. 8.9 P.E Degree: B.A -U of Alabama m B� minghom Hobbles: sports Family: wife-Tern. Years at B A 1 Mrs. Sue Moor Classes: Kindergarten. 3. 4. 6 Play. Attended: U. of Alabama. Hobbles: colecting beb, arts crafts, entertainng. music, handbells; Family: husband-Bob. son-Bert; Years at B.A 4 Mrs. Money Shelton Classes: First grade. 2 Health Science. Degree: B.S.-U. of Montevallo. Hobbles: swimming skxng. Family: husband-Terry. Years at B.A 1 Mrs. Avonell Watson Classes: Second grade. 3 Math. Degree: B.S.-U. of Alabama Hobbles: orts crafts, running. Family: husband-Harold; Years at B.A. 4 Mrs. Judy Clifton Classes: Third grade. 4 Readng. Debree: B.S - Auburn U at Montgomery. Hobbles: animals, plants. qu og. Family: husband-Rlck. son-Martin. Years at B.A 1 Mrs. June Qomor Classes: Elementary Play. 7. 8 Study Hal. Hobbles: softbal. voleybal. skating, golf. Family: husband- George. children-Buck. Rhonda. Years at B.A ? Mrs. Jo Lee Lathom Librarian; Degree: Library Science Aide-Jefferson County Board of Education Hobbles: sewing, cooking, camping, bicycfang Family: husband-Richard. chilcken-Jame. Judy. Rochei, John. Lee Anne. 6 grandchWren. Years at B A 7 Mr.Wgtt Rogers Classes: 7 Science. 10 Biology. 11 Chemistry. 12 Physics Comparotive Anatomy. Degree: A B. Samford U. Hobbles: music, water skiing, Family: sngle; Years at B A 4. Miss Undo Carper Classes: 7 Math. Geometry. Algebra I I; Degree: B.S.-Aubum U. at Montgomery; Hobbles: racketbal. swimming, graduate school Family: single; Years at B.A 1 Mrs. Delta Bean Classes: 4. 5. 6 Science. 6 Math; Degrees: B A. MEd -U of MontevoBo Hobbles: family, reading, pionts. decorating, being outdoors; Family: husband-Bobby. children-John. Aimee; Years at B A 2. Mrs. Pot Reaves Classes: Study Halls Hobbles: se«-mg Mary Kay cosmetics, reodmg. hunting, fishing, softbafl. voleybaU. boatmg; Family: husband-Ray-mond. sons-Greg. Benjie. Years at B A 8 Mrs. Owen Corlvsle Classes: Math-8, General. Business, Trig Annual Staff. Degree: A B -Ga State U. Hobbles: Sports Car corner worker Paramedic -Vol Pleasant Grove F.D.. sewing, cooking, garden-ng. Family: husband-David Years at B.A 3 Mitt Claudia nc� Clouet: 4, 5, 6 English. 4. 5 Math, Degree: B.SAJ. of Alabama. Hobbles: baton, piano ana organ, swimming, bicycling, skating, mus clarinet, ceramics. C.B radio: Family: single: Yr at B. A. 1. Mrs. Patty LusMngton Clatter. 4. 5. 6 Social Studies, 5. 6 Reading, Degree: B.S -o 1 Alabama. Hobbles: boating, tennis: Family: husband-Jerry, children-Alex. Laura Yr at B A 11. Mrs. Sharon Bryant Clatter h| Spanish I 0. 8 Social Studies. 11 US History. Degree: B S -Jacksonville Store U Hobbles: crafts, reading Family: husbond-Mke. Yr at B A 5 Mrs. Anne Partaln Classes: H 10. 12 English, French. Drama Degree: 9 A-Samford: Hobbles: acting, poetry, music. Family: husband-Mock. Yr at BA 4 I Mrt. Sharon Morgan Clatter I 7. 8. 7. 11 Engksh. Degree: I B.S -U of Montevaiio Hobbles: I theater, dancing, cooking. I reodng Family: husbond-Mke. I Yr at BA 1 I Mr . Alice Boblnson Classes: I 7. 10 World Hbtory. 9 CMC I Ala History. 12 Gov-Econ. I Degree: 8 S -U of Montevato. I M A -U of Alabama Hobbles: I boating, gourmet food. I swimming, graduate school. I Family: husbond-J W. children- I Jane. CMs. Ufa Yr at B.A 6 f 71 Support Staff Day Core Mrs Jan Morgan Maintenance. Mr Leslie Morris. Janitors Mr Robert Aldridge and Mrs. Mattie Aldridge Lunchroom Staff Mrs Bernice Quinn. Mrs. Ann Tracy. Mrs. Judy Having. Mrs Glenda WUBams-manager 72 Baseball ’80 At right Seniors-Bob Atchison. Barry Graham; Todd Paden, Doug Mayo. Below Coach Crowson Bottom Craig Garner, lloyd Ethridge. Joe Vining. Mark Ray. Jmbo Roe. Jonathan Foster. Duke Stephenson. Coach Crowson. Bob Atchison. Barry Graham Doug Mayo. Todd Paden. Randal Headrick. Neale Rhea Brian Kidd 74 Bat Girts-Jennifer Kelley Joanna PiMitteri. Lynn M«dd-lebrooks. Suzanne Jetton, Ltsa McErury Schedule B.A.-Opp. J , - j ri '■ t f I i1 | i ' ’ - '' ’1 75 Tennis And Golf Top Carol Webb. Miss Abercrombie-Cooch. KeHy Morris. Vicky Arnett. Glynett Pike Above (opponent). Ed Cason, Morris Posey (opponent) At right David Norred earned 5th ploce n the state standings 76 Girls Softball Top Cooch Johnson. Sus� e Zauchin. Suzanne Shaw. Keley Moore. Jeanene Patterson. Pom Patterson. Aimle Robertson. Cindy Robertson. Suzanne Jetton. Debbie Grayson. Debbte CompbeB. Karen Callahan, Tracy Yancey. Caro) Hoodley. Teresa Roy. Celeste Schieci. Lisa Gay. Terrie HoweB. Susan Holy Schedule B.A.-Opp. Bemey Points 5-3 6-4 Cohawba 2-6 4-8 Coosa Valley (Away) Faith 4-6 16-15 Shelby 23-5 15-7 Minor Christian forfeit by M.C. Bessemer Academy was invited to the State Tournament but was unsuccessful In the first round against Hooper. 77 Volleyball Mrs June Garner-Coach 78 Jeonene Patterson, Celeste ScMeci. Tracy Yoncey. Susie Zauchin. Mrs. Gamer. Suzanne Shaw. Vicky Arnett. Janie Wade. KeSey Moore Schedule Opponent B.A. Opponent B.A. West End lost West End lost Warrior won Hooper won Sumpter lost West End lost Tuscaloosa lost Southern won Hooper won Tuscaloosa lost Central lost The girls volleyball team was organized in 1974 Teamwork is the key factor of the game, and they practice diligently after school t© improve upon it. The team is coached by Mrs. Garner this year 79 Varsity Football At right Defense-Richord Blockerby. Jonathon Foster, Craig Garner, jay Davis. Mark Ray. Randall Guyton. Jock Terry. Lloyd Ethridge. John Kmes. Randal Headrick. Max inks Below Coaches-David Walls. Barry Crowson. Gory Loggins- Head Bottom Ottense-Uoyd Ethridge. Bruce Legrone. Greg Reaves. Craig Garner. Jonathan Foster. Mark Ray. Joe Vning. Jimbo Roe. Randall Guyton. Jack Terry. John Kines. Max Jnks. Neale Rhea. ALL STAR: Jonathan Foster. Cratg Gamer. Randall Guyton, Neale Rhea. Jimbo Roe. Tim Word ALL STATE: Neale Rhea, jmbo Roe Seniors Neo� e Rhea. Greg Reaves, Eric Kick! Seniors Craig Gamer. Mark Ray. Rondo Guyton Bessemer Academy football owes a lot to the great financial support of the Quarterback Club which puts forth much time and effort selling ads and having pictures made for the football program This year they have begun building the athletic field house. They take great care in cutting grass and drawing the yard lines to prepare for each home game during the season. This year the team received a lot of support from the student body, teachers and parents as they played their best throughout their winning season. Schedule B.A. Opp. B.A. Opp. Pickens (Away) 20- 0 Glenwood (Away) 0-19 Faith 44- 6 Tuscaloosa 14- 0 Hooper 28-14 Shelby (Homecoming) 2- 3 West End 14- 7 Coosa (Away) 13- 0 Marengo (Away) 17-20 Macon (Away) 7- 6 Sumter (Away) 22-29 0 81 3 The Bessemer Academy Varsity Cheerleaders practiced Monday through Friday all summer long getting ready for camp. The hard work of the cheerleaders really paid off At the UCA camp, at Huntington College in Montgomery, they competed with over 500 girls from all over Alabama. While at the camp, they received eight superior ribbons, they won second place for their pom-pom routine, and they were one of the four groups selected to cheer at the North-South Allstar Game. They also brought home a spirit stick, with the Jr, High Cheerleaders. At left: Leigh Ann Clements. Uso McEniry. Aksoo Tommie. Meissa Nix. Kristy Yeager. Beth Harrngton. Dana Swndal. taixa Lushngton. Connie Mahan, Marcy Bonn At fight Coach Barry Crowsoo Backs-Lee Musso. Terry WmsJett. John David Logan. Craig Roy: Rodney Smith. Scott Pate Above Receivers-Byron Foster. Mark Rhea. Scott Upton. Kip Hogue At right Unemen-Shone Boatright. Trey Thornton. Tim Heodr� ck. Steve Ware. Danny Justice. Roger Turley. Eric Cattaway. Bryan Luker. Rodney Turtey. Mark Newton. Dale Norred 86 Jr. High Football Schedule Shelby B A.-Opp 14-0 Cahawba 12-0 Faith 20-6 Minor Christian 34-0 Shelby (Away) 12-0 Coosa Valley (Away) 12-6 Minor Christian (Away) 28-0 Jr. High Cheerleaders Mrs Sharon Morgan-Sponsor Comi Roe-Head. Stocy Edge-Co-head Cindy Thrasher, Vicki McCombs. Ree Reeves. Kely Hester Varsity Basketball Mark Roy. Jimbo Roe. Craig Garner. Billy Joe Scoles. Randal Guyton Cooch Barry Crowson 90 Mike Reid. Lloyd Ethridge Greg Har- jock Terry. Scott Moore. Tm Word rington 11 92 Schedule B.A. Odp. Tuscaloosa (Away) 42-70 Shelby 57-39 Coosa VaRey (Away) 76-67 Berney Points (Away) 52-60 Shelby 51-50 Minor (Away) 61-80 Talladega (Away) 69-43 Faith (Away) 45-39 Berney Points 60-48 Cahawba (Away) 56-30 Coosa Valley 51-40 Shelby (Away) 70-79 West End (Away) 45-55 Talladega 71-51 Minor (Away) 41-55 Faith 63-28 Tuscaloosa 35-54 Berney Points 70-58 Berney Points (CVA Tourn.) 53-44 Talladega (CVA Tourn.) 65-49 Minor (CVA Tourn.) 45-65 Coosa VaBey (Away) 51-47 West End 45-42 Cahawba 60-38 B-Team Shelby 14-30 Berney Points (Away) 21-38 Shelby (Away) 35-23 Berney Points 27-44 Schedule B A. Opp. Tuscaloosa (Away) 35-44 Shelby 49-21 Minor (Away) 43-26 Talladega (Away) 52-24 Berney Points (Away) 39-21 Coosa Valley 38-37 Cahawba (Away) 41-25 Shelby (Away) 40-22 Talladega 36-12 Minor (Away) 50-26 Tuscaloosa 42-45 Berney Points 51-37 Minor (CVA Tourn.) 45-24 Berney Points (CVA Tourn.) 30-22 Talladega (CVA Tourn) 39-25 Coosa Valley 30-26 Cahawba 43-39 District Champions Jr. High Basketball Cooch David Wa s Below Ceotefs-Shane Boatright. Rodney Smith Trey Thornton At bottom Guards-Fronk Grayson. Mark Qumo. Mark Rhea Lee Musso. Jon Grayson. Tim Horton. Forwards-Scott Upton. Scott Pate. David Seals Girls Basketball Jeanene Patterson. Tracy W ams. Pam Patterson Vicky Arnett. Suzanne Shaw. Suae Zouchin. Akson Tommie C dy Spell. Dona Swmdol. Tracy Yancey Schedule B A Opp Tuscaloosa (Away) 28-29 Warrior 14-15 Talladega (Away) 35-12 Berney Points (Away) 35-14 Coosa Valley 35-21 Warrior (Away) 22-26 Cahawba (Away) 26-32 West End (Away) 18-59 Talladega 32-10 Tuscaloosa 15-24 Bemey Points 25-11 Coosa Valley 15-18 Cahawba 20-25 - Wrestlers Richard Blockerby. Jay Davts. Ovs Wesson. Joe Vmmg. John Kines. Byron Foster. Randal Headrick. Max Jinks. Matt Wood. Morgan C ala way. Art e Pennington Lee Clevenger. Tom Ward. Kevin Garmon. Dole Norred. Eric Callaway Seniors Mark Garmon. Jonathan Foster Coach Gary Loggns 96 Schedule B.A. Opp. Warrior 38-50 Meadowview (Away) 78-0 Warrior (Away) 60-21 Warrior 61-22 Christmas Tourn. (Away) 3rd place Hooper 20-56 : Bessemer Tourn 2nd place Warrior (Away) 57-22 Springwood 66-15 Macon 39-36 Meadowview 57-18 Fort Deposit 47-11 Hooper 24-53 Macon 29-70 State Tournament (Away) 2nd Place 97 Mat Mates Suzanne Cowley. Paige Jordan Teresa Wammock. Kellie Hamoker. Kelley Moore. Amanda Stinnett. Jarse Wode. Natabe Jo«ey. Debbie Wioms. Janet Keaey-Co-heod Lila Robinson-Head; Karen Ca8anan(not pictured) The Mat Mates were begun four years ago as cheerleaders for the wrestling team The tryouts are held at the end of the first six weeks. They are chosen by their teachers on the basis of citizenship, leadership, attitude, character, personality, appearance, school spirit, and participation. They cheer for the wrestlers at all the matches. Reflections Of 1981 Favorite Movie: Favorite Book: Favorite Car: Favorite Hangout: Favorite T.V. Show: Favorite Pastimes: Prices: If I Were Stranded On A Desert Island I Would Want: Favorite Song: Favorite Group: Favorite Album: Favorite Singer: r-v——r—1 s u—t . : U “3—r-r- m . frrr 1 • w '-jL 101 s T U D E N T Above: Eric Coloway. Jessica Brood water, Comi Roe. Lisa Hosmer. Scott Pote At right: J T Dobbs. Sherry Gormoo. Teresa Roy. Mark Rhea Shan McDougal. Cindy Spoil, Randall Guyton Natalie JoHey. Jimbo Roe. Joey Rosser. U McErwy. Kellie Hamaker. Connie Mahan 102 Hue Max The Student Council is a representative council chosen by the students to organize and operate the school's activities. The club organizes moneymaking projects, such as selling magazines. This year they also organized Homecoming, a Christmas sock-hop after the Faith basketball game, and the annual Christmas party for the whole high school. During the spring, they head Sports Day. and they elect new officers. They do not, however, center themselves only around school and student affairs, they sponsored a needy family this year at Christmas. They bought the two children toys and gave can goods to the family. They also made fruit baskets for the people at Livingston Nursing Home. This year the Student Council is Treasurer of the APSA. Drama Thespians Top Greg Harrington. Cindy Stephenson, Scott Moore. Vicki Brown. Mrs A me Pad an-Sponsor Above: Laura lushmgton, Beth Harrington. Patty Pegues Above right: George Watts. Dana Therrel At right (clockwise) Eric Kidd. Greg Reaves. Janie Wode. Donna Honand. Carol Hoodiey, Jube Wesson. Mike Turtey. Neale Rhea. Duke Stephenson Drama students won second place at the Trumbauer Festival held by UAB on November 1. 104 Above left Celeste Schtiieo. Dona Swndai. Karen Calaban. John Holt. Alan m Above: Randall Guyton. Jimbo Roe. Mark Ray. Kelley Moore Officers-Cindy Spell-President. Ltsa McEmry-Secretory, Alan Hl-Second Secretary At left Susan Doming. Ondy Spell. Lisa McEnry 105 Senior Beta Top loft Jun ors-Tern H jgms. Joey Rosser. Debbie Williams. Dona Therretl. Max Jinks. Jane Farrngton Top right Soniors-Koiiie Hamaker. Cindy Spe . Jimbo Roe. Connie Mohan. Patty Pe-gues Karen Co� ahon. Vicky Arnett. Lisa McEniry; Jerri Burnett. Jan Casey Above Officers-Jan Casey-Record Keeper. Janbo Roe-Vice President. Vicky Arnett-Treasurer. Jem Burnett-Secretary. Connie Mahon-President. Jane Famngton-Chaptain Above right Sophomores-David Rhodes. Christie Meodows. Joanna Garrett. Marcy Bunn At right M«$s Linda Carper-Spon-106 sor. Junior Beta Top Officers-Jessico Broodwater-Secretary Carm Roe-Vice President. Shorry Garmon-Prosident Pee Reeves-Treasurer. David Wals-Sponsor Above Jessica Broadwater. Ree Reeves. Stacy Edge. Kelly Barnes. Cami Roe. Sherry Garmon. The Bessemer Academy Beta Club began in 1973. The purpose of this national organization is to encourage effort and reward merit among high school students in public and private schools and to promote those qualities of character that make for good citizenship in both the school and in the community The members strive to exhibit worthy character, creditable achievement, and d commenddbie attitude while maintaining a B + average in scholastic achievement. 107 Spanish Club At right Mchele Rutland. Matt Wood. Jason Morgan. Amanda Stinnett. Mark Rnea. Frank Grayson. David Seats. Trey Thornton. Chhsti Roy. Steve Ware. Audrey McClmton. Shane Boatright. Jon Bell. Lisa Boyd. Byron Foster, jih BJockerby. Barbara Hdi. Jonathan Foster Bobby Waldrop. Sherri Barnes. David Roy. Morgan Caiaway. Amanda Scott. Ke«y Barnes Below Joanna Garrett. Teresa Roy. Chris Wesson. M e Long. Joe Vmrng. John Hottman. David Rhodes. Philip Earnest. Jeanene Patterson. Jock Wren Beth Harrington. Cndy Stephenson. Mefcnda Reid. Celeste Schtfea. Mike DeRoncey Below right Lnda Peacock. Randal Headrick, Teresa Wammock. Marcy Bunn. Christie Meodows. Kendyl Massey. Leigh Ann Clements. Jay Davis. Kim Jones Doug Sawyer. B J Scales. Cathy Bell. Brenda Bush. J T Dabbs Mrs. Sherry Bryant-Sponsor The Spanish Club, which began in 1977. is a club open to anyone who is taking Spanish. It has no grade requirements The club's purpose is to study Spanish culture, tradition, lifestyle, and language, and to promote fellowship through its members. The club's activities include a Christmas fiesta and a trip to a Spanish restaurant, French Club I?5 Jr®?Bunn Smith. Gay9™ Suson Doming. Tern Lo© Anne Lathom. Carrre Morgan Sherry Garmon Mrs Anne Part am-Sponsor HOgms. Dana Therrefl Above Ktm PKjmmer Rodney Wdfcams. Chris Owens. Usa The French Club began in 1977. It is open to any one who takes French. Its purpose is to promote a cultural understanding of the French people and to foster the study of French and related subjects in the secondary school. 109 SENIORS PLEDGES Seniors- Valerie Baumann, Vicki Brown. Jerri Burnett. Karen Ca anan. Jan Casey. M«sy Chrfders. Janet Fancher. Pam Griffin, Kelite Hamaker. Deana Jordan. Lcxjra Lush-ngton, Conroe Marian, lisa Me Entry. Patty Pegues. Angie Philips. Lila Poboson. Suzanne Snow. Dona Swmdal. Ahson Tommie. Kely Woodward. Tracy Yancey. Susie Zaucrim Juniors- Keri Abercrombie Jane Farrington. Debbie Grayson. Beth Harrington, Carol Hoodtey. Donna HoHond. Natofce Jolley. Paige Jordan. Janet Kelley. Kelly Mann. Kelley Moore. Melissa f x. Celeste Schfleci. Jaroe Wade. Knsty Yeoger Pledges- Morey Bunn. Tract Carter. Letgh Ann Clements. Joanna Garrett. Nancy Hester. Barbara HtB. Felecta Lsghfsey. Kervdyl Massey. Christie Meodows. Carlyn Olvey. Jeanene Patterson. Mefcnda Petd. Teresa Roy, Cindy Stephenson. Amanda Stinnett. Teresa Wammock. Julie Wesson. Debtxe Wdbams. Tracy Williams Mrs Sherry Bryont-Spoosor JUNIORS OFFICERS Officers- Kefce Homoke'-President. Deooa Jordan-Vice President Afeson Tomrrse-Secretory Dana Swmdal-Treasurer. Lisa McEniry-Chaplain vcki Brown-Parkamentarian Lta Roonson Hfctorian. Susie Zouchn-Project Charman Kappa held its i960 banquet at Tanneh State Pork last year It was fui of exitement and despair for the senors. it was their last day os members n Kappa Trt-H-Y. and for the newly elected officers and members, it was a new beginning We began seorctvng for a new sponsor and were blessed n fixing Mrs Bryant Dunng the summer. Kappa hod two major rush pexties. a river party and a swmmmg party As the teochers began planning the school year. Kappa also began planning its initiation, beginning with a formal rush party at Karen Cauohan's house That night our pledges were picked up and taken to Susie ZouchrVs house to receive the jars and pins The next few days were reafly the k«ers The pledges were often picked up before and after school, participating in duties such as dead bugs, dressing up. etc.. and berg the lauQhing stock of the school Since initiation only lasted one week. Saturday was the bggest day for the pledges They were picked up and taken to various places Finally, that night the pledges were tapped n and found out who the senior was This year Kappa has participated in several service projects such as helping the Junior Service Leogue sen apples, volunteering services at the Southern Shindig, and brightening the teochers' days by being Secret Spooks and Santas Every year the junors and pledges work hard to honor the seniors at the writer Kappa Leodout lit f yi s Annual Staff Photos listed n clockwise order from top Activities and finance layout group-Kendyi Massey Debb e Grayson-ieoder Janet Fancher Seniors and sports layout group-Karen CaHahon-leoder. Kellie Homoker. Lee Anne Latham Joey Rosser-editor. Tern Higgins-business manager Meimda Reid-typtst and artist. Ginger Er-wm-copy. Dana Swmdal-typist. Sherry Garmon-copy,. Vicfci Brown-typ st Mrs Gwen CartysJe-sponsor Classes and clubs layout group-Shan McDougaL Patty Pegues-leader, Susan Doming 115 The 1980 Class Day was truly memorable It began with the invocation by Doug Mayo. The welcome and presentation of guests followed Cindy Jordan and Glynell Pike read the class history, and Caroline Horn and Mike Hoadley presented the class prophecy. Lisa Reid recited the class poem, which was followed by Anna Kines and Bob Atchison's reading of the Last Will and Testament. The graduating class sang the class song. Friends. The program ended with the Alma Mater. Graduation ’80 08, 6UIIUOO UIOH Homecoming week, which storied October 20th. was o week full of fun. It started off with button day on Monday, foBowed on Tuesday by hat and western day Wednesday was jersey day. and Thursday was summer day Thursday night there was a pep rally around a roaring bonfire. Friday, the last day of Homecoming Week, was tee-shirt day. fofiowed that night by the Homecoming game and the dance The theme for Homecoming was The Wonderful World of Disney which mode a beautiful theme for the floats, door decorations, and the dance Al week the Sophomores. Junors. and Seniors worked busBy on their floats after school During school, students artistic afly decorated class doors. On Friday, ram delayed the judging of the floats but did not dampen the spirit of competition The wnrvng float belonged to the Junors. The Sophomores won the award for the best door decoration. Although excitement ran through the halls al day Friday, everyone realy showed support and enthusiasm at the pep ra y At the pep raiy. the Seniors received the spirit stick. The band for the homecoming dance. Blue Max. arrived early and began setting up in the gym while outside the game got under way Homecoming At halftime, the Shelby Raiders were aheod and it was pouring roin Since it was raining, the half-time show, with the announcing of the court was held in the gym As the court was announced, the B A Band played When You Wish Upon A Star from Walt Disney's Cinderella. The Sophomore maid was Leigh Ann Clements The Junior maid was Kelly Mann, and the queen was Cindy Spell Although the Rebels fought hard in the second half, the Shelby Raiders won the game 3-2 118 Seniors Ateon Tommie. Dona Swindal. Lisa McEntry Cody Spell-Queen Juniors Melissa Nix. Kristy Yeager. Ken Abercrombie. KeHy Mann-Junior Mad Sophomores Cindy Stephenson. Morey Bunn. Joanna Garrett. Leigh Ann Oements-Sophomore Maid Miss B.A. 1980 Joanna Pillitteri-First Runner Up. Carol Webb-Miss B.A., Cindy Spell-Second Runner Up. Lisa McEniry-Third Runner Up. Congeniality-Leigh Lagrone. Joanna Pillitteri. 122 Drama The Untold Story Plays presented during second semester 1980 were Lemonade, The Mice Have Been Drinking Again, Sorry Wrong Number. Plaza Suite. I'm Herbert, and Go Jump in a Lake. 125 This past fall the Drama Department presented A Thurber Carnival, a comedy based on the life and writing of James Thurber Madcap and fast-paced, the show moved from slapstick scene to scene, from Mr. Preble murdering his wife to the secret life of Walter Mitty. Everyone who worked on it or attended the performances agreed it was a total success! V’ The new band director. Mrs. Sally Brinks, got the B.A. band started in an early 1980-81 season Long hours of practice began in July and continued through the remaining summer weeks. The band learned some showy marching steps when they hosted the Canadian marching group who came to be in the Drum Corp International Competition at Legion Field in Birmingham. sis Color Guard This is th© fifth year for Bessemer Academy Color Guard. They attended camp at Birmingham Southern College and really worked hard to earn an honorable mention at competition. Above Traci Carter. Karen Callahan, Kellie Hamoker. Kelly Woodward. Patty Pegues. Sherry Garmon. Amanda Stinnett At right Kethe Hamaker-Head. Kelly Woodward-Co-heod. Patty Pe-gues-Co-head 128 Majorettes Tracy Wfliams. Lila Robeson-Head. Natoke Jolley Brenda Bush-Feature Twirier .A Percussion jerry Long. Chris Downs. Doug Sawyer. Ginger Erwin. Jett Dennis. Robby Roy. Cecil Bunn. Susan Doming. Greg Headrick. Bert Moore. Kevin Gormon. Michael Lipscomb. Pam Patterson. Terry Jones Brass John Hott. Chris Owens. Jon Be . Bert Lipscomb. Crissy Veitch. Brenda Bush. Trocy W � ams. Jane Farrington. Jeanene Patterson. Kim Ptummer. Melissa Moore. James Long. Jufca Richardson. Paige Jordan. Jo Robinson. Natalie Jo ey. Kim Jones. MoHie Clark Woodwinds Aitos-KeBey Dunn. Lika Rob� nson. Christi Roy. Cindy Gulsby. Beth Peterson. Suzanne Cowley. Valerie Baumann Lisa Gay. Marie Nichols Tenors and Bosses-Tim Ward. Dwight Burrell. Lloyd Ethridge. Rusty Adams. James Howe . Oog Garner. Chris Downs. Jerry Long Mice DeRoncey. Barry Gay Sopranos-Connie Mohan. Trac Williams. Mekssa Nix. Janet Keley. Marsha Nixon. Phyfos Breland Ken Abercrombie. Audrey McOmton. Debbie Williams. Rrta Lewis. Sherri Barnes. Pam Griffs 130 131 Awards Girl's State-Kellie Hamaker Boy's State-John Holt V aledic t orian - This honor goes to the graduating senior or seniors with the highest grade point average for four years in high school. Salutatorian-This honor goes to the graduating senior or seniors with second highest grade average for four years in high school Boy's and Girl's State-Outstanding junior students selected by faculty to attend annual. American Legion sponsored Girl's and Boy's State Valedictorians-Jan Casey. Lisa McEmry. and Vicky Arnett. Salutatorian-Karen Callahan. 133 1980 AWARDS Most Outstanding Seniors-Joanna Pillitteri. Todd Paden T Dare You Award-Doug Mayo. Glynell Pike Civitan Beta Award-Jamie Pearson Outstanding Athlete (girl)-Glynell Pike Outstanding Athlete (boy)-Todd Paden. Bo Norris Student Body President Award-Carol Webb John Philip Sousa Award-Sam Reynolds Outstanding Band Member-Frank Sutley Band Director's Award-John Hall Student Band Director Award-Frank Sutley Outstanding Choral Award-Kelly Morris Choral Director's Award-Duane Terpo Most Improved Band Member-Deborah Doming Most Improved Choir Member-Mike DeRoncey Most Outstanding Graduating Seniors-A graduating senior boy and girl selected by faculty for their overall contributions to Bessemer Academy and for their academic and personal qualifications. “I Dare You Award-Sponsored by The American Youth Foundation, this award is presented to a senior girl and boy who have demonstrated excellence of character and academic achievement and who have potential for future leadership and citizenship 134 Patrons’ List Armbrester Tire Co.. Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Boatright Mr. and Mrs. Edward Erwin Gerald Gamble Mr. and Mrs. P.T. Garmon L.C. Garner Faye Hester Barbara Higgins Mr. R.D. Higgins Dr. LeRoy and Ann Holt Mr. and Mrs. Melvin JoHey La Cole Floral Co.. Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Latham Jackie McDougal Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. McEniry Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Moore. Jr. « Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Raymond B. Reaves Mr. and Mrs. Neale E. Rhea William W. (Woody) Rogers Dr. Soto Thomason and Russell Attorneys At Law Kenneth W. Thrasher White's Auto Store 136 Go Messy. Notohe Beth. You're the best Sr. Jrs. in the world Thank you for everything! I Love You. Juke Rebels Kelfce and Ke«y Thanks for being the two greatest Seniors ever We love you very much Mandy Teresa Go Beth. Juke. Natafce. Thanks for making this year so special! I Love You! fvfcssy Congratulations Alison Tommie Missy. Thcnks for ae your understanding and help. You have mode this year a special one! I Love You. Debcxe X-tro. Was it George's. Jeff's, or Roto Rooter s Birthday?! Love. Super Susie. I couldn't have asked for a better Senior. you mean the most to me! I Love You. Kendyl Tdm. Thanks for oiways listening to me' I Love You! MissC. Susie. Congratulations, we love you Mom and Dad ■ Congratulations Dana We love you! Mom and Dad Debbie. 1 1 treasure our friendship always Love. Julie Deona. Thanks for everything l‘l treasure our friendship always I Love You. Joanna Janet and Ke ey. You are the best Senior Junior I could hove ever asked for Thanks! I Love you1 Debbie Congratulations Missy I Wb love you very much! Mom and Dod Congratulations Seniors 81! The McErwy's Compliments Of L.C. “Dog” Gamer STATE FARM INSURANCE 1120 N. 19th Street Bessemer 424-3453 REBELS MS ■■591 Ninth Ave. North fWfciringGHIU'FKOSTY GO ! BESSEMER ACADEMY REBELS DONALD ROSENFELD CITY PAPER COMPANY LEMOX CLOVERDALE 3700 1st Avenue, N DRUGS Birmingham 109 S. 9th Street Bessemer 328-2626 Two Locations To Serve You LEMOX DRUG CO., INC. 300 N. 19th Street Compliments Bessemer BIRMINGHAM FOODS, INC. The Bessemer Academy Singers And The Bessemer Academy Glee Club M m ■■■ n i “ : 4ivfi - I'v f-4 . r UP W • 1 i j] «p j -jfni_ '9- r 1 AlaTl! 139 BESSEMER BODY AND FENDER SHOP 912 12th Street. N 428-4231 Call For Tony READ! BESSEMER ACADEMY LIBRARY _ BAUMANN COATINGS, INC. 2095 4th Avenue. SW Bessemer Pipe Lining Coating and Wrapping Sandblasting 477-5701 V.F. Baumann-President Good Things from the Land of Barber's include a complete line of milk and ice cream products from the South's most modem dairy products complex. Barber4 Natural Ooodi Answering the consumer demand for quality dairy foods m MMOMm. HOMTOO—n. «MU. MIHTC� 4 nMu Compliments of ASHLEY'S SUNDRIES AND SEEDS Bessemer's Oldest and Finest ANN'S FLOWER SHOP 1400 7th Avenue. N Bessemer 428-9341 Flowers for all occasions CASON’S FLOWERS 1701 3rd Avenue. N Bessemer Flowers Of Distinction ALICE’S CERAMICS 200 Nabors Avenue Hueytown 491-5614 ALL STAR ATHLETIC HOUSE, INC. 516 West Town Plaza Bessemer 428-9129 CAHABA TRACTOR BUDDY’S COMPANY MARINELAND, INC. 2411 Highway 31. S P.O. Box 396 3800 Bessemer Super Highway Bessemer Pelham 425-5205 © Johnson 663-1470 Lawn A Farm Equipment Sales-Service BESSEMER OIL COMPANY, INC. CITGO __________ 2701 8th Avenue. N Bessemer 424-2970 Quality Citgo Lubricants 142 143 mm gallery of floors Carpeting Draperies Wall Covers Paints Vinyl Flooring A Division of DIVERSIFIED SALES, INC. 815 8th Street, N Bessemer 424■1265 Compliments Of CHEROKEE BEACH DAVISTON INSULATION COMPANY 424 3rd Avenue. N ? v r Bessemer % 428 9381 The Kid Place 144 BESSEMER TOBACCO BIRMINGHAM A HARDWARE CANDY CO. INC. COMPANY 2801 Warrior Road Gary wood 744-7670 312 N. 18th Street Birmingham 322-3626 BRADLEY REAL ESTATE H.L. BOYD INSURANCE CO. ELECTRICAL SERVICES 1029 Westlake Boulevard 1913 4th Avenue Bessemer Bessemer HOMES-RENTALS-LOTS FIRE INSURANCE 424-5773 CANADA AUTO SALES 901 19th Street BESSEMER 424-0526 Bill Or Ed SALES REPRESENTATIVE 145 George M. Higginbotham Attorney Tbts guy s great! I’m almost beginning to think that I really did it!” 209 17th Street Bessemer 425-3214 Bessemer's Most Complete Jewelry And Bridal Service 321 N. 19th Street Bessemer 428-6273 Food town Come Over And Save Open Sundays U.S. Choice Beef Speedy Service Food Stamps Accepted 147 FARR’S KWK CHEK 1110 4th Avenue. SW Bessemer 424-9463 POOLS PATIO 414 19th Street. N Bessemer 426-0734 Swimming Pools Patio Furniture Pool Chemicals Also Featuring An AM Exclusive Christmas Shop BESSEMER r jFt HUFFMAN 148 MetroBank A First Bancgroup-Alabama. Inc Affiliate CITGO LANGSTON’S 70th Anniversary LONG LEWIS JOHNSON PAST HAYS CO. BESSEMER OFFICE 550 West Town Plaza Bessemer Jacobs-Manager ra Roblns-Secretary Ashcraft Blevins Brown Campbell Darby Freeman Hatter House Howell Cleta Howell Ann Hyde Frances Marsh Walt Miles Tim Rookls Billie Vincent Mable Walts Janice Whaley ISO Compliments of A Friend AGLIDDEN COATINGS cT l Paint-Wallcovering-Carpet Mike Howell Manager 519 West Town Plaza Bessemer 425-9345 Carpet-Carpet Cleaning Congoleum Dry Cleaning Draperies-Drapery Cleaning GARY WOOD CLOTHING Corner of Brooklane Drive and Warrior Road JLrL JACKSON'S 630 Clarendon Avenue Bessemer 428-9143 Hueytown 491-6734 We’ve Put It All Together GREEN HARDWARE SUPPLY |J|p? flotoerS Paints Toys-Gifts ||||r HILLTOP FLORIST 3000 Morgan Road Bessemer figv 2400 Morgan Road H Bessemer 428-7921 ) 428-9041 HONEY’S FLOWERS GIFTS Compliments of “Very Personally Yours James B. Franks 1823 2nd Avenue. N Bessemer 428-6830 Dentist Office 114 East Brook wood Road Midfield 923-6828 DOUG’S O.K. TIRES HOLIDAY BOWL DUNLOP STEEL RADIAL S APPLIANCE WHEELS G T QUALIFIERS CBI WIDE 60's and 70's GOULD BATTERIES O.K TIRES OF BESSEMER 801 14th Street. N Hwy. 150 at U.S. 11 428-0107 “For Family Fun� Bessemer Super Hwy. Bessemer 428-8461 424-0880 Gary Johnson Innkeeper MOORE COAL COMPANY, INC. Our Motto-Good Coal 129 North 4th Street Bessemer 424-2705 (ofcuAaui 1098 Ninth Street Bessemer owned and operated by NATIONWIDE DEVELOPMENT and MANAGEMENT Co. 152 ■ABDICATING INC. 153 POLAR MEATS Compliments Of The 1129 4th Avenue Bessemer BESSEMER 425-2481 Specializing in Fresh Tender Meats U ancfalls Slower Shoppe E.O. (Nick) Nickles-Owner Nancy Ray-Manager-Master Designer 1004 4th Avenue Bessemer 425-5931 428-8913 Residential and Commercial Alabama Power Certified Ventilating Systems 4 ' JohnSeqars Am CONTROITCo. The Prescription Shop Drive-In Heating, Cooling and Gutter Service SHAFER APOTHECARY Congratulations Seniors Corner of 2nd Avenue at 18th Street Bessemer Route 8 Box 381-C Bessemer 425- 8432 426- 5646 7 yt GOOD FOOD STOP N SHOP BAKERY 1731 4th Avenue Bessemer 425-7044 BOB SYKES Bakery Goods BARBQUE Pastries Weddings -Put the South in Your Mouth- Picnic Supplies News Stand 1724 9th Avenue Bessemer OPEN DAILY SUNDAY 426-1400 8:00 am-9:00 pm ✓ STATE FARM W.S. SHIVERS SON CLOTHING CO. Mens'. Ladies', and Children's Clothing -Easy Terms- DONALD FRED WHITE 105 19th Street. N Bessemer 425-1524 Agent 712 18th Street. N Bessemer 425-3280 S ®Ary 323 Fourth Avenue. N Bessemer 428-5674 Bonnie B. Millar Sarah Alien HAMBERS HOMES FOR LIVING 1108 9th Avenue, N Bessemer 424-5300 Thomas Pittman DON'S FLOWER SHOP Route 5 Box 259A Bessemer HAMBERS HOMES FOR LIVING 1108 9th Avenue. N Bessemer 424-5300 Lillian Dollar P(AlfOI 491-3287 BATTERY, INC Sales-Service-Rentals U.S. Bureau Of Mines 23 Joy Avenue Hueytown Diesel-Locomot Forklift-Mme Industrial Batteries And Charges Mine Batteries And Charges 157 ELAINE’S DURRETT on. Gas. Oil. Washing and Certified lubrication 900 4th Avenue ELAINE’S Flowers and Gifts for all occasions . ' 1130-B 9th Avenue. N TT Y ' Bessemer , 428-9869 Bessemer 425-3422 GRASSEUJ CONCRETE PRODUCTS fir 4212 Jefferson Avenue. SW Birmingham 925-3617 E Z RENT Delivery-Wholesale-Retail Concrete Blocks Wedding and Party supplies for your every need. Also equipment for your home, garden, and lawn. 218 Midfield Street Midfield White No paint necessary Smooth Easy to paint Strong Lightweight 923-6333 With Quality You Can See and Feel Automobile Painting-Body Repair Monday-Friday 8-5:30 Saturday 8-12 Best Wishes! FACTOBAKE Free estimates Master Charge Visa ED’S HAIRSTYLES Located off 1-59 One mile west of U.S. Steel 1011-B Brooklane Drive Hueytown 825 Warrior Road Sam Linton. Jr. Hueytown Owner-President 744-9230 491-5318 Congratulations TO Randall 325 4th Avenue. N From Mother, Dad, Lisa and Shan, Jack, Llndy ond Walt Guyton Printing Co. PO Box 285 Bessemer HURY AUTO PARTS 428 19th Street. N Bessemer 425-2461 Owner: Jean W. Robinson WHEEL 160 PIKES BARBQ PATTERSON 428-1538 I AGENCY REAL ESTATE PIKES BARBER SHOP 428-7494 1 Service • Sales • Building PHELPS AND SON, INC. Cecil Patterson. Owner 50 Park Road 1230 4th Avenue. N Pleasant Grove Bessemer 1 744-6344 425-0243 i; O.K. TIRE BATTERY CO., INC. Fred C. Blackerby MlDDLEBROOKS TRUCKS If you can't see tread, see Fred. EQUIPMENT 701 N. 19th Street Heavy Duty Diesel Trucks Bessemer 428-0111 All types 4025 Bessemer Super Highway Bessemer Compliments Phone: Jim Middlebrooks Of 424-2232 PEARSON 424-2233 REALTY 424-2234 161 Compliments Of Roger Halcomb And BiH Patton Congratulations to the '81 seniors and good luck to the seniors of '82 Mr. Mrs. Doug Jinks Mr. Mrs. J.H. Wad© To Mother, Daddy And Deborah Compliments Thank you for all your help, support, and especially your love. of Mr. 8 Mrs James Alfred Reid Grandparents of Melinda and Christy I Love You Always. Reid Susan it l coukl go back and undo Some wrongs I've done along the way And know tnot wounds that I hove caused were neded of al the scars today If steps I've caused someone to take By thoughtless ways in which I've trod Have ted to a confused estate. instead of smpie trust r God if I could gather up and txnd The wasted years that l hove spent. And treat them as they'd never been Today I'd be much more content I'm pardoned from my undone oast-But even so the hurt is done. For out there somewhere in the dark. A soul ts lost I rmght hove won Dear Mother. Thank you for everything you have done for me. Congratulations to Vicki Brown We Love You. I Love You. Vicki Brown Mother. Bubba. and Maw-Maw 165 RELIABLE SERVICE PRINTING Compliments of 2705 19th Street RUBY’S BEAUTY SALON Hueytown 491-5353 633 4th Avenue Bessemer All Types of Printing also Wedding Invitations Bill McDowell S 425-6471 5 AUTO PARTS Agent SIAM FARM INtURANCI 1518 4th Avenue. N Bessemer 425-4363 AUTO PARTS New and Rebuilt Leonard Shaw Ronald Shaw 900 Hall Avenue 426-6326 ROY LUMBER Compliments 1405 1st Avenue Bessemer 425-5934 TERRY REALTY 1201 4th Avenue 425-3246 Krispy Fried Chicken Flavored to the Bone m Qtomwxsr® mmmw 807 8th St. No. BESSEMER, ALABAMA ADJACENT TO ZAYRE 428-4642 6936 CARLINE ROAD FAIRFIELD. ALABAMA 781-3221 Tubular Fabricating Company, Inc. Mortar Board Stands Manufactured Sold Rented CALL: (205) 785-4197 The beautiful Furnance Master’s Restaurant at Tannehill Historical State Park A FAMILY AFFAIR Mr. and Mrs. Joe Weeks Manager and Operators Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tues.-Fri. 1 a m. to 9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 1501 4th Avenue. SW Bessemer 426-1211 ROY SONS AUTO PARTS WELDON PHARMACY Autowise Wholesale Parts Serving Hueytown since 1935 2497 Morgan Road, SE Bessemer 1280 Hueytown Road Hueytown 491-2805 428-9314 Allen Roy. Gary Roy. D.A. Roy Owners Pharmacists: Lee Weldon Danny Johnson Eddie Putnam 166 TANNEHILL HISTORICAL STATE PARK WARDMcLURE FURNITURE COMPANY Rout© 1, Box 124 McCollo 477-6571 Furniture-Appliances Television-Stereo 1914 3rd Avenue Camping, Hiking, Picnics 425-1611 Educational Tours Programs President Roy Ward Manager Mark Ward DOUG JINKS 900 Woodward Midfield 425-2426 ZOM'S eUSZOM Z-SMJKZS Silk Screening. Decals. Airbrush, Cowboy Hats, and Car Tags 103 Sunset Drive Hueytown 491-9678 JOHN SWINDAL MASONRY CO., INC. p.o. Box 867 2106 N. 3rd Avenue Bessemer 424-1740 ERA METROPOLITAN REALTY ydARUCK miller AIR COOLED ENGINES 630 North 20th Street Bessemer 424-8288 E.O. Miller Elam Miller Sale-Parts-Service Lawn Mower-Air Cooled Engines-Chain Saws 615 19th Street. N Bessemer Sandra Harmon 491-2499 428-3244 MORGAN TIRE COMPANY 322 4th Avenue. N Bessemer Charles Morgan Owner WOODLAND HILLS SHELL Wrecker Service Minor Repair 1001 Tuscaloosa Highway Bessemer 424-9174 Congratulations WORLD BOOK ENCYCLOPEDIA FIELD ENTERPRISES 16fl EASTERN VALLEY AUTO PARTS 921 Eastern Valley Road 426-6356 -,.i ■ ‘bb'±£A HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY COMPANY FLOOR COVERINGS We giv© your home the Look of Distinction 1502 4th Avenue, N Bessemer 424-4005 We Bill Medicare Sales-Service-lnstailation 491-3201 320 Brooklane Drive-Hueytown K B AUTO SALES LOCAL HEARING AID SERVICE 805 North 14th Street Highway 150 Bessemer Sales and Service on all Makes and Models Open 9 AM-4 PM 810 19th Street, N Bessemer 424-6417 426-1801 HEARING IS OUR CONCERN KELLER AND SONS AUTO PARTS 1920 6th Avenue, N Bessemer Automotive and Industrial Parts Specialist 169 Compliments Of EDWARD’S FRIED CHICKEN Support THE NATIONAL AUDIBON SOCIETY %■ V Compliments of Joe Copeland FRED McLELLAND ffffBTl SERVICE STATION gjjgjpi 1701 4th Avenue Bessemer SEGARS BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY 1229 N. 19th Street-Bessemer 424-9224 425-1677 Wholesale-Retail-Contracting Tires-Tubes-Accessories Compliments Compliments Of Mr. Robert M. Doming And Family Of THE BRIGHT STAR M ADA MAE GARNER AGENCY Sales, Insurance And Rentals 316 North 18th Street Bessemer 425-1685 Highest Standards Of Professional Service George M. Gamer, Jr. Realtor 171 I would ike to monk some important people who mode the 1981 Reflections posstole First. I would ike to thank Mrs CahysJe for al of her contributions this year on the annual Next. I want to thank the Reflections' staff who worked very hard to produce this year's book Also, to Mrs Jeame Cone, a very special Thank You for the artwork on the cover. Joey Rosser-Editor 172 Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs r