Florence High School - Husky La Bran Yearbook (Florence, CO)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1976 volume:

Colorado Centennial 3£tutiim J-lorcncc 'rifool Florence, (Colorafto The 1976 Husky was lithographed in Visalia, California. Mr. Wayne Cormaney represented the manufacturer, Josten’s -American Yearbook Company. Typefaces were chosen by the co-editors of the yearbook, Rebecca Oakes and Myron F. Smith Jr. Headlines are Times Roman Italic. Body copy and group identifications are Corona lightface and Erbar boldface. Captions are Heritage Roman. Page numbers are Old English. Staff positions are Excelsior italics. Base ink color is engraver’s brown. Pages are ivorytone. End sheets are gold parchment paper. The cover was designed by the Husky staff and drawn by Byron “Dipper” Wann. It contains ivory, brown and pale gold colors within a foxfur grain outer edge. The cover was embossed and manufactured by the company cover plant in Topeka, Kansas. Snyder Portraits. Canon City, Colorado, contributed senior pictures. group pictures and prom candids. Cottage Studio, Florence, Colorado, contributed senior pictures. Webster Portraits. Denver, Colorado, contracted frosh, sophomore and junior pictures. Centennial to Bctivities 24 Sports 48 ©raantsations 72 Classes 06 Bcabemics 138 Bbvertisina t56 Unber 188 Everyone is on top of the mountain looking out over the world remembering the past. Time and history touch every person and place, affecting the life of all. America’s Bi centennial and Colorado’s Centennial celebrations are many reminders of the important part historic times play in life. Students and others at FHS look back at the sports, friends and other events that will forever remain a part of them. These times then become the history of their lives. It is because of this that the 1976 Husky yearbook is dedicated to the historic Colorado Centennial, featuring “Oil Wells on the Rocky Mountain Plateau” as the theme. II Colorado — the state famous for mountains, snow, gold, railroad, minerals, natural color, tourism and more — celebrated its birthday with America. This year, 1976, the Centennial state will turn 100 years old. Looking back into history, it’s no wonder this state is so majestic and proud. The first settlers came in 1858 and referred to the area as Pike’s Peak Territory, however, the area was really part of the Kansas Territory. In November of ] the same year the long hard fight for recognition began. The first bill establishing the region as the Colona Territory was defeated in Washington dur- 1 ing January, 1859. When the gold rush began a new movement boomed; this time the people set up their own Territory, Jefferson, in October, 1859. Without congressional backing government power could not be enforced. Therefore, the fight continued until President James Buchanan signed the bill February 28, 1861. The statehood quest was even more difficult. In 1864, Republicans were in power in Washington, and Colorado, as a state, meant three more electoral votes. However, the leaders submitted a slate of candidates for offices with the state constitution, causing the people to outright reject the whole thing. The next try came in 1865, but President Andrew Jackson was against Radical Republicans. Again, in 1866 and 1868 statehood efforts were drowned. President Grant was ending his second term in 1875 before Colorado could try again. Republicans, as be- 1 fore, were looking for reinforcements. Congress and Colorado set legislation in motion towards statehood, and the committee I completed drafting the state constitution in March, 1876, after three months of work. July 1, it was voted on by the people. President Grant signed the bill accepting Colorado as a state, August 1, 1876. With the bad came the good and the accomplishment of hitting the 100 year t mark. 12 Colorado Travels Rocky Road to Historic 100 Denver, the Centennial state's capital, is the area of the first settlement in Colorado. 1:1 Railroads, Gold Create Colorado Scars Railroads and trains are something every town and state, no matter how small or modern, have depended on at one time. Florence used the railroad for transporting oil while Colorado relied on the train to bring tourists to the Centennial State. To look at the rails today no one would guess that something now practically useless, once caused statewide trouble. Construction of Fremont County railroads began around 1874. Two companies, the Rio Grande Western and the Santa Fe, were both building. .However, when they reached the Royal Gorge there was room for only one narrow gauge railroad track. This began the dispute as to the right-of-way of the gorge. Although there was no bloodshed, no man worked in the area without a gun. The Santa Fe eventually laid tracks first. However, in the legal battle, which reached the Supreme Court, the Denver and Rio Grande won. They had to pay the Santa Fe $1,400,000 for the labor and material. Since then the tracks have traveled infinite miles to a standstill. The Royal Gorge narrow guage train track runs underneath the world's highest suspension bridge. Many wagons of this sort were used to help miners. In the heyday of the gold boom, water towers played important roles during the daily train runs from Florence to Cripple Creek. Claim Scares Miners In the years 1890 and 1891, it a looked for awhile that Cripple ? Creek’s vast gold fields might never be discovered. Not too many people paid attention to L 2 Bob Womack, a soft-spoken cow- i boy who worked at a high valley j ranch in Cripple Creek. Bob split his time between ranching and prospecting and truly believed there was gold in the area. In 1890 Bob struck the vein he had been looking for, in Poverty Gultch, and called it the El Paso Lode. But it was two months be- J fore anyone took interest in Bob’s ore specimens. Even after miners began the rush to Cripple Creek, the doubts lingered. Everyone remembered the 1884 “Mt. Pisgah hoax” — an unfortunate incident of a “salted” claim which brought miners in droves only to disappoint them. The salted claim was actually at Mt. McIntyre farther down the valley, but the press reported it as Mt. Pisgah — and that meant the area Bob Womack’s gold came from. Abo, experienced miners reminded everyone that gold had never been found in an area with the make up of Cripple’s land. In fact, experienced miners had a terrible time finding gold there. Cripple Creek became the center of Colorado’s mining attention for decades. The gold millionaires invested their wealth in the state, particularly in Colorado Springs. Cripple Creek’s last gold mine ceased operation in the early 1950’s, but there is known wealth in that high mountain valley that may be tapped £ another day. ; i Located approximately 30 miles north of Florence, Cripple Creek is now one of Colorado’s leading X tourist attractions. UK— ■ WW «V---W 1.1 Florence Boasts Second Well The oldest operating U.S. oil well produces four to five barrels a day. v?5)N($V v e)«(5Vv ) Few people realize that ) Colorado is not only fam-f ous for its yellow colored i gold, but for the black gold J it produces, too. The second oldest (which } is also the oldest still-producing) oil well is plant-[ ed about one mile south of Florence, Colorado. Not far from it stands the' second r oldest still-producing well. In 1862 Gabriel Bowen discovered black liquid gold seeping through his soil, which later became known as Oil Springs. Today, when people pull into a gasoline station they stare wide eyed at the price, usually between 50 and 55 cents. Oil sold from $1.25 to $2.85 a gallon in 1862. During the Civil War (1864-65), oil supplies were cut off from the East which resulted in paying $5 per gallon for it. Florence wells were pro ducing 12,000 gallons of crude oil daily by 1905 and the town became known as the queen city of oil. However, the field has never been a quantity producer, but instead it yields some of the highest quality oil. The same steam engine that was used to drill the well over a century ago is still in the pump shed, but the old belt and shaft are hooked to an electric motor now. World wide people depend on the black gold to perform countless duties a day, unlike a hundred years ago when there were not many uses for it except for kerosene. Now the realization that petroleum will soon be a thing of the past faces everyone. «HS � K2P� This miniature oil well stands in front of the Florence City Hall. cSOMOpd !©«(§ $g)H|Qpa tvf HGV t S 3X= v e � 3V 2 After visiting the Centen- a � nial State constant remind- ffl ers spring up resembling a © 3 specific scene, sport or Z 1 entertainment. Maybe that £ © is why Colorado has so % a many state symbols, each ® y representing some un- Z 2 forgettable characteristic of f g the state. ® 1 Colorado adopted the 2 lark bunting (claamospiza y “ melanocorys stejneger) as £ 2 the state bird in 1931. The gj S lark is a native of western i © U.S., east of the Rockies. © 3 During mating season the Z 2 male has oil black plumage, 4 © afterwards his color 9? changes to gray, streaked with brown like that of the Z female. £ @ The bird measures about ® seven inches long and sings 1 S several delightful tunes y while in flight. � 2 The Rocky Mountain Big � 2 Horn Sheep has been the © state animal since 1961. It © j is usually found above Z 1 timberline in rocky crags V © and high valleys. The 2 J sheep is particularly known © x for its bravery and tremen- Z 2 dous endurance. t © The flower, adopted in ® 1889 by the state, is the g x Rocky Mountain Columbine Z n (aquilegia caerules). Colum- c § bine in latin means dove ® f and when the flower is in- 2 verted it resembles a group y 2 of five doves. The flower “ 2 was chosen for its colors; V 2 blue representing Colorado j © skies, white for snow and © j yellow for gold. 2 The columbine is protect- 4 © ed by law in Colorado on 2 all public lands. St The state tree is the Colo- f « rado Blue Spruce (Picea c (5 pungens) adopted in 1939. s It is easily identified by the � (S three inch long cones, and y « the bark of a mature tree is „ 2 furrowed. It grows most � s often at elevation of 5,000 © to 9,000 feet, as tall as 100 © 3 feet, and sometimes two Z 2 feet in diameter. The stiff, 4 © sharp, four - sided needles 2 range from green to blue to St true silver in color Z chs 2 'S© ® Nature Symbolizes Brave, Colorful Characteristics Lavender, white and gold color the state flower, the Rocky Mountain Columbine. The Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep is the state animal. c 5� i(5Vv cWe)«(5Vv vtfc)W 3Vy 5)W(5Vv v S m(3 jp c W(3V 5)«( v « te K3V vfcMGV « ©M 3Vv c 5)W(SV p 4R0K5kP « tfc W(3V y e)W(5Vv Colorado was not always noted for the beauty it holds. Instead pioneers traveled from the East in their covered wagons with hopes of a new life. Although, they did not worry because of the price or plentifulness of gasoline, they were anxious about the dangers of the unknown land. It did not take them long to change the area’s previous crude picture to a colorful, wealthy and recreational one. As the physical awareness movement grows the Centennial State’s popularity as a land of recreation increases. It surprises no one that tourists flock to feast on the scenery, entertainment and sports of Colorado. The Rocky Mountains are probably the state’s biggest and best attraction. Skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer are favorite sports of all. Fishing and picnics can relax anyone in the quiet of the mountains. Acres of land have been set aside as national forests, parks and monuments. About 15 miles south of Florence stands the San Isabel National Forest. Located in San Isabel is the regal Sangre de Cristo range of Rocky Mountains. This national forest is full of nature’s magic. The streams, mountains plant life and animals that inhabit the area hold unimaginable beauty. ( One of the most beautiful scenes in the world is colorful Pikes Peak. Beauty Grows in the Centennial State e {$ w(5Vv vtfc)w 3Vv vf5)N(3V «Wc)W(5Vv3 All through Colorado’s history symbols and people have presented their state’s character to the world. Perhaps, the proudest of all these symbols is the state flag. A. C. Carson, president of the Ohio Society of Colorado, designed it. The 18th General Assembly adopted it on May 6. 1911. The flag has three equal stripes — two blue and a white and at the left, a red letter “C” encircles a golden disk. It’s width is two-thirds the size of the length. The blue stands for all-the-year blue sky, one columbine color; white resembles the greatest silver state, external mountain snow, one columbine color; “C” — capital for Colorado. Centennial State, columbine state; red — color “Colorado” in Spanish, state’s soil color; gold — greatest gold state, all-the-year sunshine, one Columbine color, one color more than the U. S. flag. The first Territorial Assembly adopted the great seal of Colorado Nov. 6, 1861. At the top is a crest containing the eye of God, which gold rays radiate from on two sides. Below that are Roman faces, a bundle of elm or birch rods and battle tied together by red thongs, denoting gov-ernment power and authority. “Union and Constitution” is printed upon a red, white and blue band. Next is a heraldic shield with snow-capped peaks and the miner’s devices, a pick and sledge ■ hammer. On the bottom is the state motto, “Nil Sine ; Numine”, which is Latin 1 for “Nothing without ) Providence” (or Diety). It i is a line taken from Virgil’s Aeneid. The figures 1876 indicate the year Colorado became a state. Colorado's seal was adopted even before it became a state. A At the time of Colorado's statehood, America was 100 years old. People, Objects Represent Colorado President Ulysses S. Grant passed the bill making Colorado a state. John L. Routt served as Colorado's first state governor for five years. 2.i n Viewing the game after halftime is junior attendant Suzi Goodall A victory was what FHS was looking for homecoming night. To get that victory, “spirit” was the key word for homecoming week. The week began with each class building its float. The homecoming theme was “Bi-centennial: Historical Dates.” Floats were judged during the parade Friday. The seniors took first with their float entitled “Boston Tea Party.” Thursday night the traditional Powder Puff game was played with the Seniors and Juniors 16-0 victors over the Sophomores and Freshmen. Charlie Martinez was crowned as king during halftime as well as attendants Jim Oliver, Joe Quintana, Larry Alire, and Mark Goodall. The snake dance and bonfire were held after the powder puff game to arouse spirit for Friday, homecoming day. Homecoming Queen for 1975 was Regina Trujillo. Her attendants were Tamara Bowers, Suzi Goodall, Jacquie Quilico, and Debbie Myers. The queen and her attendants reigned at the game with Lake County and the dance afterwards. Florence gained its first victory of the season with a 34-14 win over Lake County. “Castle Rock” provided the entertainment at the dance held in the old gym. Riding in the parade are football players and cheerleaders, First Victory Adds to Homecoming Success The little person is Peggy Schmidt. ___ „ r-main- ■: Dressed as Little People the cheerleaders put on a skit for the school at the pep assembly. Couple Kathy Button and David Lenz danced to Castle Rock. Bandmembers and students gather together for assembly. At halftime Patty Mascitelli twirls her baton. After crowning Regina Trujillo, escort Rick Villa-grana awaits anxiously for the quarter to begin. Pioneer Day Starts Off Busy Bi-Centennial Year Colorful buttons were one of the many symbols worn during the 1975 Pioneer Day celebration Federated Women Plan Festival Pioneer Day was started in 1928 when the Federated Woman’s Club of Florence planned the celebration to honor pioneers of the area. The first celebration was held on Oct. 1, 1928, in the community room of the library. The festival was held in the playground adjacent to what is now Pioneer Park. The celebration was a great success from the beginning. But the facilities of the Woman’s Club were taxed to the limit and members of the club felt that the time had come for community-wide handling of the event. And since 1942, the festival has been handled by the Pioneer Day Association, Inc. In 1964, the dedication of the Pioneer Museum was one of the highlights of the day. And in the year 1971 the Florence Jaycees volunteered its help and support for the celebration. The Pioneer Day celebration is financed through gifts and donations and will continue being a great success with the help of all the volunteer workers. The annual celebration, museum and the Pioneer Day Association are all dedicated to the preservation of Fremont County history. !g8888ggg88888gS888888888gS888888S88S88S888888e88S888888g888888888g 888S8888888Se888J?88S8SSS) The Fighting Huskie Band led the parade down Main Street. Pioneer Day was again a great success. The 48th annual salute to the pioneers was celebrated on the second Saturday in September. “Colorado Bi-centennial” was the theme chosen for the event and several floats and window paintings and displays helped carry out the theme. The day began with the Florence High School band leading the parade down Main Street. After the colorful march, many people gathered at Pioneer Park, where booths were set up by clubs from F H S and local organizations. A variety of items were sold and guest speakers and other entertainers kept the attention of the crowd. A dance at the Eagles Hall ended the busy day. A smiling Apple Day Royalty of Heidi Sierka, Debbie Wands, Suzi DeVor, and Betty Sporcich waves. Main Street in Penrose was the scene for the 1975 Apple Day. Under clear skies, Queen Debbie Wands and Attendants Susie DeVor, Heidi Sierka, and Miss Personality Betty Sporcich presided over the day’s activities. After the parade many people swarmed the park for games and free apple pie. Saturday night the annual Apple Day dance was held in the Penrose school gym. :h 1 A foursome heads for free apple pie. Representing Penrose, Queen Debbie Wands and Attendant Heidi Sieika rode on the float for all to see. Fall Harvest Draws Many for Apple Day Fest Betty Sporcich and Suzi DeVor squint in the sun. Leading the king and queen's dance are Jim Bowie and Kathy Smith. Receiving Sweetheart royalty are seniors Kathy Smith and Jim Bowie. Every year the Senior Class sponsors Sweetheart Dance. This year the dance fell on Valentine’s Day. Playing for the dance was the band “Timberidge”. The Senior Class nominated candidates to run for king and queen. This year voting was done differently than in the past years. Girl candidates voted for a boy, and boy candidates voted for a girl. This year’s queen and king were Kathy Smith and Jim Bowie. I Leap Year Lands Sweetheart Dance on V-Day ■tSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS8SSSSSS8SSSSSSSSS8SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Helping to celebrate Valentine's Day, seniors gave everyone Sweetheart Dance. Sweetheart couples on Valentine's Day, Christa Harris and Tom Fabrizio, Neva Storms and Pat McCormick, Joe Quintana and Jackie Laughlin, dance together while the band Timberidge plays. X ' Se ese8SS8gSS88SS88SSS8SSS8SgSgSSSSSSgSSSS88Sga88888S888Sg®- FHS teachers as well as parents and students found the Extravaganza interesting Senior Charlie Martinez demonstrates the art of welding. The annual Extravaganza was held in early May at the gym. It gave the students a chance to exhibit and display projects they had done in their clubs and classes this year. It also provided an opportunity for student performances and demonstrations that were of interest to parents and the general public. Some exhibits and displays that were seen included art, craft, photography, potter’s wheel demonstration, welding demonstration, Home Economics display, and gymnastics exhibitions. Rafting proved a highly popular class for the second year in a row. Special Interest Days Provides Backpacker Rae Ann Cicchi takes a rest. Shotguns aim waiting for the skeet to be released. A total of 40 classes were offered on Special Interest Days. Students had a chance to take non-traditional classes, six hours a day for two days. Teachers were seen in different roles and students got to do things they may never receive formal instruction in again. Some different classes that were offered included: Self defense for women, Fly-rod fishing on the Arkansas River, Yoga, Golf, Macrame, Motorcycle riding, the Tour and Activity trip to Colorado Springs, and Water Skiing. Change from Regular Classes Kris Baccarella swings the racket. Bicycle Riders prepared for their overnight trip to the old Florence Picnic Grounds. Stairway Decor Showcases May Prom Theme Dressed as angels, Kelly Yeoman, Cary Robb, Ben Medina, Cora Snyder and Margaret Barrows served at Prom. The theme “Stairway to Heaven” led Prom to a very successful night. The Junior-Senior banquet was at the Club Belvedere and the Prom was held at the Ramada Inn. The dance was decorated with the stairway leading to the sky and prom servers were dressed like angels. Seniors nominated students from their class to run for prom royalty. Juniors voted and Lu Ann Fabrizio received queen. Benny Esquibel king, Tamara Bowers first attendant and Peggy Schmidt second attendant. The band Bullet provided current rock music for the dance. I.i Mothers Receive Roses, Seniors Diplomas Graduates of the senior class march in as the school band plays the processional Pomp and Circumstance. Class salutatorian Lu Ann Fabrizio gave the welcome address. 'c.t Top-ranked senior Pierre Gamache gives the valedictorian speech. Singing for the May ceremonies, Modern Choir performs at graduation. Recipient of an athletic scholarship to Lamar Community College, Patti Kline was an outstanding player in volleyball. During commencement exercises at Palmer Field Stadium 98 seniors received diplomas. Lu Ann Fabrizio, class salutato-rian, gave the welcome and Pierre Gamache, class valedictorian, gave the farewell. Mothers of the seniors received a rose as Mr. Frank Morelli, school guidance counselor, and Dr. Peter J. Gamache, school board member, handed out diplomas. Mr. Ben Zamarripa, assistant principal, and Mr. Vic Becco, administrative assistant, gave scholarships to those outstanding honorary students. The FHS band played the processional and recessional marches. Modern Choir sang “This World” and When I Fall in Love” to highlight the ceremony. Florence High School’s volleyball team excited and entertained many fans in their first intra-league competition. The spikers ended their season with a 4-9 record, winning 13 out of 32 games. Despite having a losing season, the hardworking team pulled together at the league tournament by taking second place and winning a chance to go to the district play-offs. The young and inexperienced team traveled about 175 miles for the district play-off game to meet with Granby. The Huskies fought hard but lost the first game 15-3. The spikers came back in the second game but Granby’s experience and home court advantage helped pull through a victory and a shot at state by winning 16-14. Sandi Torri, the first volleyball coach at FHS, was pleased with the girls’ hard work and enthusiasm. After a spiked ball, Dorothy Barrows dives to the floor. .ill 1 Serving strong is LuAnn Fabrizio. Huskie Spikers Earn Trip to District Despite Poor Season � SEASON $ Fowler RECORD 1st game Flo Opp 11 15 2nd Flo 13 game 8 OPP ® 15 ® $ Rye 10 15 10 15 $ Canon City 3 15 6 15 8) Rye 12 15 12 15 8 ® Canon City 14 16 4 15 Sj St. Mary's 8 15 6 15 S 8 Fowler 15 5 15 1 � ® Salida 15 4 15 i Si 8; Lewis-Palmer 15 11 15 13 � 8 Woodland Park 5 15 7 15 % S Lewis-Palmer (PPL Tourney) 5 8 16 14 S jj) St. Mary's (PPL Tourney) 8 15 11 15 8 S Granby (District Tourney) 3 15 14 16 Front Row: LuAnn Fabrizio, Suzi Goodall, Linda Andreatta, Annette Trujillo. Second Row: Patti Kline, Nan Anderson, Gloria Herrera, Rhonda Cooper, Cindy Lennox. Back Row: Head Coach Sandy Terri, Jane Palmer, Cindy Weise, Dorothy Barrows. Joni Zamarripa, mgr. Homecoming Victory Brings up Huskie Pride ’57 Brings State Title The dream of every high school football player is to be on the state champion team. Even though this year’s team did not leave an impression, there was a period in the history of FHS when for three years in a row the Huskies were leading contenders for the state title. Florence went to state in 1955, 1956. and finally in 1957 topped their three PPL crowns by snatching the championship from Fruita. Their ever-deserving team came from behind twice in the fourth quarter to win 20-19. Many may not recall names such as: Ed Zamarripa, Jim Adamson, Abe Herrera, Paul Villagrana, or John Dela Rosa, who scored two touchdowns in the game and also set touchdown records at FHS. Some names, however, like Nick Crusick, head coach at that time, and Tom Kelly, after whom the Tom Kelly Award was named, will live on forever. These outstanding athletes teamed together to make a dream come true for FHS. A state championship. Only the second in its history. The first, a tennis title, came in 1944. Played on our own Palmer Field, it was a game that will live on forever in the minds of the class of ’57. x i ZXKZ 3 K= Bringing down a Demon is sophomore Dan McClain. Front Row: Mike Giesler, mgr., Gary Gasser, Greg Canchola, Pierre Gamache, Jim Oliver, David Combs, Joseph Cordova, Brad Harvey, mgr. Second Row: Charlie Martinez, Don Johnson, Benny Esquibel, Rick Villa grana, Ronnie Alley, Tcm Villagrana, Jce Quintana, David Johnston, Joe Lozano, Bill Andrews, mgr. Third Row: Larry Bowers, Cecil Nelson. David Rendon, Kriss Spradley, Derek Bennett. Danny McClain, Danny Martin, Tom Fabrizio, Ken Chuculate. Back Row: Coach Rich Burleson. Phil Oliver. Jerry Weigel, Martin Kessler, Terry Brown, Jim Barrows, Tom Miller, Danny Adamson, Charles McCandless, James Sullinger, Coach John Merriam. Huskie fullback Joe Quintana looks for more running room. Senior halfback Joe Lozano trudges for more ground. SEASON RECORD ® Flo Opp $ ® 6 Rye ....20 � o Crowley County . 47 $ ® 26 Lewis-Palmer 41 8 8 Buena Vista 34 ® 7 Salida 47 s ® 38 Lake County 14 ® $ 14 Manitou Springs 63 ® ® 55 Woodland Park ...21 S 8 0 St. Mary's .... 8 � Sophomore Ken Chuculate gives second effort for extra yardage. X Huskie team members partake in a moment of silence before a Pikes Peak League game. The Huskie gridders slid into a 2-7 record in the Pikes Peak League in 1975, a reversal from 1973 and 1974. This year was the Huskies worst since 1972 when their record was 1-6 2. Lack of size and inexperienced underclassmen prevented the Huskies from having a winning season. Florence started on the wrong foot at Rye and lost five games in a row before a homecoming victory over Lake County salvaged a near disastrous season. Mental preparation, which is needed in every football game, slid in the latter part of the season. Progress, however, rose steadily when the Huskies scored 55 points, the highest score for the young team. Beating Woodland Park 55-21, the Huskies pulled away with their second win of the season. The Salida Spartans gave the gridders their best workout but also gave Florence the honor of being the first league team to score against the number one - ranked team in Class AA. Pierre Gamache, an offensive end and defensive back, was selected PPL allconference on two teams by the Gazette Telegraph for the third successive year. Coach Rich Burleson said Gamache is an all-around athlete with the leadership ability that makes him an exceptional player on the field. Charlie Martinez was also named to the Gazette Telegraph team as an honorable mention choice at offensive end. Running from two Salida Spartans, and gaining yardage, is Huskie quarterback Pierre Gamache. Huslies run in pack during Pikes Peak League district meet. FHS Harriers Slip, Slide With The Huskies prove to be off to a good start in Woodland Park where they met up with tough competition and came in seventh place. :ui SEASON RECORD Lake County Invitational 16 Canon City Invitational 12 Salida Invitational 5 Alamosa Invitational 6 Boulder Invitational 8 Pikes Peak Invitational 12 Woodland Park Invitational ............ 7 Pikes Peak League 6 Returning team captain Jim Bowie paces Huskie harriers. 3Bx Tough Season The 1975 Huskie harriers’ season was a disappointment. The FHS runners did not attend the Colorado state meet for the first time in over five years. Inexperience and lack of team unity plagued the squad as the team failed to enter a first place finish. The cross country team never did run together as a single team in any meet except the Boulder Invitational where they fared eighth out of the 35 team field. Meeting up with strong Pikes Peak League competition. the runners placed sixth in league competition compared to third a year ago. Despite a losing season the Florence team never gave up and always kept their heads high. The team produced its poorest season since Coach Meigs has been a coach at FHS. Members include: Nick Mata, Larry Alire, Norman Bowie, Mike Trujillo Benny Esquibel, Charlie Martinez, Jerry Quintana. Jim Bowie, Dave Vansyoc, Harry Gray. Stuart Faunce, Ron Vansyoc. Huskies Win Outright Pikes Peak Crown Senior Jim Bowie reaches for a sure rebound. Stretching for a save is sophomore Huskie Rick Lawson. WE’RE NO. A 1 .VJ Front Row: Pierre Gamache. Nick Mata, Jim Bowie, Byron Wann, Darrell Schweighauser, mgr., Ken Chucu-late. Back Row: Head Coach Tom Gribben, Rick Lawscn, Jim Demicell, mgr., John Mosley, Albert Snyder, Brad Harvey, mgr., Coach John Merriam, Dan Adamson, Joe Lozano. SEASON RECORD Flo Opi Rye .............................. 66 4 Fowler ........................... 64 4 Holy Family ...................... 54 7 Rocky Ford ....................... 63 6 Woodland Park .................... 68 5 Salida ........................... 60 4 St. Mary's ....................... 56 4 Buena Vista 56 4 Manitou Springs .................. 67 5 Lake County ...................... 75 6 Lewis-Palmer ..................... 63 5 Woodland Park .................... 56 5 Salida ........................... 70 7 Buena Vista 48 7 Manitou Springs 79 5 St. Mary's 56 5 Lewis-Palmer 60 5 Lake County 81 7 Manitou Springs (PPL Tourney) 67 4 Lewis-Palmer (PPL Tourney) 58 6 Buena Vista (PPL Tourney) . 72 6 Holy Family (District Tourney) 80 8 Pulling down one of his 258 rebounds is Byron Wann. mi ) Driving down the court for an easy two points is Huskies' most improved player Jim Bowie. “We’re the champs!” Florence High’s basketball squad has finally become sole possessors of the Pikes Peak League crown. After a 16-year try for league champs, coach Tom Gribben and his teams have time after time (1967, 1971, 1975) been co-champs. Florence wouldn’t settle for anything less than PPL kings this year and didn’t. Behind star forward and second year All-State choice. Pierre Gamache, the Huskies pulled together during league play winning 12 of 14 games but failed in the District Playoff losing a close battle at home to eventual state champion Holy Family, 84-80. Setting a new school record for best percentage in free throw shooting was Florence’s little hustler Nick Mata with an 81 per cent mark. Making the Gazette Telegraph regional All-Stars pick were first team forward Pierre Gamache, second team guard Nick Mata and honorable mention Byron Wann. Struggling to make a pass is Huskies' senior Joe Lozano. IV2 Wrestling with a Lake County Panther, junior A1 Snyder grimaces while reaching for the ball. Grapplers End Blistering Season Dominating his match is Florence grappler Steve Smith. Despite the Huskies losing season, the wrestlers sent two men. Charlie Martinez and Steve Smith, in the 112 - and 155 - pound classes, to the state tournament. The matmen came up short finishing their bid for titlists in the quarterfinals. Ending the season winless with an 0-12 mark, the grapplers came close against M a n i t o u Springs but the match ended on a sour note, 34 - 31. Outscoring many Pikes Peak League rivals with eight points gained by first round pins, the wrestlers completed their season by upsetting Lake County and Buena Vista in the state tourney. ront Row: David Smith, Dave Gallardo, Charlie Martinez, Mike Galpin A1 Demicell. Martin Kessler Back low: Coach Pat Smith. Ron Vansyoc, Mark Goodall, Roger Lampton, Jeff Rathbun, Doug Marrs, John Drake, Head Coach Mel Smith. Depth, Inexperience Plague Women Tracksters Gliding in for a first place in the mile run is Donna Doxtater. Hurdler Christa Harris takes the lead. SEASON RECORD Manitou Invitational ..................... 6 Rocky Ford Invitational 18 Buena Vista Invitational ................. 8 Florence Invitational .................... 2 District Meet ........................... 5 Freshman sprinter Lisa Brewer wins easily at the Florence Invitational track meet. Freshman Jane Palmer shows good form while throwing the discus. For only the second year, girls track was seen at FHS. Coached by Sandi and Darrell Torri, the young team fared well at many meets going up against stronger and more experienced teams. Although the squad consisted mostly of underclassmen, it was able to send two girls to the state track meet. At the district meet, Jane Palmer walked away with first place in the shot put and Donna Doxtater came in third in the mile run. This qualified the two freshmen for the state meet in Canon City. Many school records were broken and Coach Torri, completing her first year at the Huskie helm, had high hopes for the future. Front Row: Dorene Marquez, Christa Harris, Lisa Brewer, Jaquie Quilico, Celia Partida, Patty Bueno Pam Kiner Second Row: Kim Barnette. Ruby Betts, Linda Andreatta, Kathy Smith. Cindy Weise, Tuesday Lungren, Heidi Sierka, Peggy Schmidt. Louise Huston, Myra Stepleton, Bernadme Herrera. Back Row: Coach Darrell Torri, Nan Anderson. Linda Brown, Joni Zamarippa, Patty Farmer, Terry Elliott Angie Dodge, Donna Doxtater, Patti Kline, Suzi Goodall, Jane Palmer, Rhonda Cooper, Rhonda Dangel, Dorothy Barrows, Coach Sandi Torri. isRuCRFEr li Gam ache Paces Huskie Track and Field Team Plagued by lack of depth and early season injuries, the young Huskies failed to place above fourth in the district meet and sent only two men to the state AA track and field championships in Canon City. The Florence tracksters placed in the top five in every meet during the spring prior to the state meet. Top point - getter Pierre Gamache scored all nine FHS points at state by winning the pole vault, copping second in the triple jump and taking fourth in the long jump. Gamache brokq, his own state record in the pole vault by soaring 14-7 and also shattered a state triple jump mark only to watch that record fall before the end of the day. It marked the third year the FHS senior won the state pole vault championship. Huskies’ junior Ron Alley also represented Florence at the state meet in the 440 yard dash. Florence track standout John Mosley shows good form in the high jump. Front Row: David Vansyoc, Mike Trujillo, Norman Bowie, Ron Vansyoc, Ben Medina. Larry Alire. Second Row: Coach Frank Dino, Frank Lopez, Ron Alley, Joe Quintana, Benny Esquibel, Jim Bowie, Phil Oliver, Ken Chuculate, Albert Snyder. Back Row: Coach Tom Gribben, Rick Cool, Cecil Pennebaker, Jeff Myers, Mike Mc-Comb, Byron VVann, Jim Oliver. Pierre Gamache, Jim Barrows, John Mosley, Jerry Weigel, Dan Adamson, Karl Sierka, Head Coach Bill Meigs, John Garcia. D Heaving the shot put is Jim Oliver. Ron Alley approaches the finish. SEASON RECORD Alamosa Indoor ........... 8 Fremont County Invitational ........... 2 Pueblo Centennial Invitational ........... 3 Huskie Invitational 4 Rocky Ford Invitational 4 Roosevelt Invitational .... 5 Canon City Invitational.. 10 District ................. 4 State .................... 9 Up in the clouds goes state champion record holder Pierre Gamache. First base coach Mel Smith tells a Huskie runner to remain on first. SEASON RECORD Flo 0 Rocky Ford Opp 10 0 Rocky Ford 20 0 Crowley County 17 2 Crowley County 12 6 Lewis-Palmer 3 0 Woodland Park 1 8 Manitou Springs 4 5 St. Mary's 6 13 Centennial J.V. 6 6 Lewis-Palmer 11 3 Woodland Park . 4 3 Manitou Springs 4 15 Centennial J.V. . 3 2 St. Mary's 12 Batting for the Huskies, junior Nick Mata awaits the pitch. 70 Young Huskies Improve Diamond Record Coach John Merriam’s diamond squad ran into trouble again this year after being hampered by underclassmen and lack of desire to win, ending the season 4-10. Losing all but two of their Pikes Peak League games, the Huskies ended fourth overall in the tough league race. Starting out winning two games in a row to rival foes Lewis - Palmer and M a n i t o u Springs, the Florence squad looked for the PPL title and ran into trouble for the remainder of the season, losing the next six games. Picked for the second year in a row were outstanding offensive player Nick Mata and defensive star Joe Lozano. Lozano was cited for outstanding catcher on the squad while Mata was noted for his hitting ability. Front Row: Tom Tedesko, Henry Brassea, Larry Alire, Mark Andreatta, Steve Cornelia. Second Row: Nick Mata, Joe Quintana. John Sanborn, Tom Villagrana, Tom Fabrizio, Kriss Spradley. Back Row: Head Coach John Merriam, Charlie Martinez, Joseph Lozano, Albert Snyder, Tom Quintana, Ray Barager, Coach Mel Smith. T Quill and Scroll Celebrates Golden Year Front Row: Frank Smith, Kathy Smith, Lu Ann Fabrizio, Nora Barnes, Debbe Demicell. Back Row: Tamara Bowers, Terry Elliott, Rick Baxley, Benny Esquibel, Mike Thomas, Pierre Gamache, Sponsor, Mr. Rob Wilson, Debbie Bueno, Rebecca Oakes. Quill and Scroll celebrated its 50th Anniversary year in 1976. For the first time ever, Quill and Scroll held a publications banquet in April. Mr. Carl Miller, gubernatorial press secretary for the State of Colorado, was the guest speaker for the banquet. Nineteen new members were initiated into the organization. To be in Quill and Scroll a person must be ranked in the upper third of his class, be published, and be named to the organization by the governing board of publications. The club’s projects were Slave Day and the selling of decals at basketball games. Taking on a new image, school photographer Steve Palmer gets caught in a role reversal. 71 President Terry Elliott lights candle of truth. Hiding from slave owners, Kathy Smith and Terry Elliott peek through door. Dressed like a child, slave Sharon West carries a teddy bear. Denver Highlights F-Club Year Members of the 1975-76 F-Club took part in a varity of activities done by the Huskie athletic club. A Donkey Basketball game was the most exciting money-making project. The club also gave a-way 50 gallons of gasoline during basketball season to make money. With the money they made, the members bought a trophy for the outstanding player of each sport. Sport banners were also bought by the F-Club for the school. The remainder of club money was spent on a trip to Denver for a day. First, the F-Club went to Celebrity Lanes and then to a Denver Nugget basketball game. Finally, members ate at Casa Bonita, a popular restaurant in Denver. F-Club held three picnics during the year. Unfortunately, Dipper s donkey was not as enthused as he was. Front Row: Joe Cordova, Benny Esquibel, Tom Villagrana, Pierre Gamache. Second Row: Bill Andrews, James Sullinger, Phil Oliver, Jim Barrows, Rick Villagrana, David Rendon, Larry Alire, Rick Baxley, Tom Fabrizio, David Vansyoc, Ron Alley, Ron Vansyoc. Back Row: Terry Brown, Chester Snell, Dan Martin, Charlie McCandless, Nick Mata, Greg Canchola, Mike Trujillo, Larry Bowers, Norman Bowie, Dan Adamson, Joe Quintana, Byron Wann. Joe Lozano, Dave Gallardo, Don Johnson, Jim Oliver, Mike Thomas, Steve Garcia, Ray Sanborn, Bill Fisk, Gary Gasser, Tom Miller, Kriss Spradley, John Mosley, Derek Bennett, Jim Demicell, Danny McClain, Jim Bowie, Ken Chuculate, Harry Gray. Not pictured: Charles Martinez. 76 F-Club enjoys an initiation picnic in Pioneer Park. F-Club President, Pierre Gamache, conducts a meeting. Benny Esquibel bites the dust. Once again the Florence High cheerleaders aroused spirit and pep throughout the school year. The girls started early in the summer making and selling macrame pot hangings to earn money for new uniforms and clinic expenses. In August the varsity squads traveled to Lincoln High School in Denver for a two day clinic and brought home many new cheers and ideas for pep assemblies. During the year the girls were always there to share the pain and hurt of a defeat and the happiness of a victory. Knowing the agony of a hard tackle and the joy of a winning two points, the varsity football and basketball cheerleaders, headed by Kathy Smith, were not only cheering on the side but in their own thoughts were right in the game with each player. The basketball cheering squad showed their appreciation to a league champion team by making a cake and buying boutonnieres for the players during the league tournaments. Headed by Kris Baccarella, the wrestling squad stood behind each wrestler in the sorrow of a close loss and the thrill of a quick pin. After a disappointing but rewarding season, the girls cheered two wrestlers at state. Two new sponsors, Sherri Mc-Ginness and Kathy Kramer, teamed with veteran Donna Nelson, to give much of their time to be at practices and games. Front Row: Terry Elliott. Sandy Bueno, Kathy Smith. Second Row: Patty Camerlo, Kim Jones. Peggy Schmidt. Back Row: Heidi Sierka, Sponsor, Donna Nelson, Lorrie Martin. Cheerleaders Work for Spirit Front Row: Patty Camerlo. Heidi Sierka, Kris Baccarella, Sponsor, Kathy Kramer, Julie Gray, Debbie Wands. Front Row: Kathy Smith, Lorrie Martin, Sandy Bueno, Peggy Schmidt, Terry Elliott. Back Row: Sponsor, Sherri McGinness. Frosh Debbie Barnes mules it. Members Include: Karen Roberts. Louisa Avila. Sponsor, Donna Nelson, Debbie Barnes, Christa Harris. si Pom Pon Girls Add Spirit, Color to FHS Debbe Demicell performs. Members Include: Judy Garcia. Kathy Lovato, Cindy Tensley, Julie Smith, Tami Rix, Bonnie Wilson, Debbe DemiceU, Kris Roberts, Lu Ann Fabrizio. The Pom Pon Girls are an important symbol of Huskie spirit and pride. This year the Pom Pon Squad consisted of nine girls who were sophomores, juniors and seniors. The squad was co-headed by Kris Roberts and Lu Ann Fabrizio. The girls sold tumblers and put on a bake sale during the summer to make money to attend a clinic at Kennedy High School in Denver. At this clinic they learned a new routine which they performed at assemblies and games during the school year. The girls added spirit and color to the Huskie Marching Band during the parades throughout the year. Miss Sherri McGinness sponsored the Pom Pon Squad. Taking a break is Kris Roberts. Putting on a good show while the team warms up is senior Lu Ann Fabrizio. Foreign Language, Art Clubs Take Field Trips The 1975-76 Foreign Language club was sponsored by Miss Lynda Lilly, French teacher, and Miss Sherri McGinniss, Spanish teacher. This club took a field trip to a Language Festival in Denver at Denver University. Money-making projects by the club were selling Florence Huskie T-shirts and selling doughnuts to students and teachers. At the FHS Extravaganza, Foreign Language club had two display booths. Spanish students made sopapillas and French students displayed a project they made of cities in France. Club members decide on T-shirts to sell. Front Row: Patty Bueno, Kathy Williams, Dannette Marquez, Kim Pounds, Linda Brown, Trudie Canchola, Tuesday Lungren, Gloria Herrera, Jacquie Quilico, Tina Cordova, Chris Cardenas, Angie Boughner McKis-sick. Second Row: Barbara Foxall, Pam Taylor, Kathy Lovato, Jeanette Mata, Diane Jones, Dana Jones, Violet Latimer, Miss Lynda Lilly. Miss Sherri McGinness, Dave Vansyoc, Harry Gray, Suzanne DeAngelo, Paula Whitlow, Jim Winningham, Stewart Faunce. Third Row: Annette Trujillo, Kriss Spradley, Dan Solano', Mitch Clark, Jim Adams, Cecil Pennebaker, Cora Snyder, Cecilia Lopez, Margaret Barrows, Regina Sapp, Gay Del Duca, Cindy Allen. Back Row; Jackie Laughlin, Shannon Drake, Shanda Downer, Donna Doxtater Louisa Avila, Debbie Meyers, Lisa Mares, Micki Ziolkowski, Susie Miller, Kelly Yeoman, Judy Garcia, Susan, Mata. Not pictured: Pierre Gamache. •si Front Row: Kelly Faunce, Juanita Canchola, Julie Gray, Gloria Herrera, Louisa Avila, Lisa Brewer, Rae Ann Cicchi, Joni Gall, Darrell Schweighauser. Back Row: Tammy Hazelton, Sponsor, Vern Roberts, Tom Miller, Not pictured: Christa Harris, Irwin Rathburn, Nancy Olmen, Rick Cool, Ten Icy Clark, Tami Munson. Art Club is made up of students from the various art classes. The purpose of the club is to stimulate aesthetic interest at school and to exhibit the work of talented student artists. Club activities this year included a field trip to the Own Your Own Exhibit at the Sangre de Cristo Art Center in Pueblo. The club also painted a mural in the study hall. Some of the club members worked on sets for the Lion’s Club Melodrama, prepared and hung work at the Abbey Art Show and helped put the Art Crafts exhibit and pottery demonstration on at the FHS Extravaganza. Club members also prepared and hung student art exhibits in various class rooms, school library and school offices. FHA Runs Snack Bar Through February Front Row: Pat Magill, Tami Porter, Karen Pomeroy, Tami Causey, Louise Huston, Debbie Porter, Charlotte Magill, Kathy Button. Back Row: Billy Boughner, Angie Boughner McKissick, Sherrie Knisley, Tuesday Lungren, Linda Honeycutt, Patty Farmer, Sheryl Munson, Gladie Carter, Robin Haskell, Ruth Errickson, Sponsor, Mrs. Alice Brunetto, Cindy Allen, Phyllis Honeycutt, Alta Farmer, Twyla Brown. Not pictured: Barbara Zehrung, Cecilia Lopez, Micki Ziolkski, Asst. Sponsor, Miss Roxie Boyd. .sit FBLA sponsor Jim Serfoss goes over noon meeting agenda. It was a busy year for FBLA. The members worked together on many money making projects. The money they earned went to good use for field trips. Mr. Jim Serfoss was the club’s sponsor. Front Row: Teri Sothman, Cindy Tensley, Cindy Lennox, Kris Baccarella Second Row: Tuesday Lun-gren, Kim Jones, Debbie Walker, Kerry Smith. Third Row: Robin Haskell, Jim Demicell, Vickie Johns, Sherrie Canchola. Back Row; Ruth Errickson, Becky LaDuke, Cindy Vendetti, Holly White. Yearbook a Tradition at FHS One of the long time traditions of Florence High School is the yearbook. The name and colors of the book have also been thought to be a tradition. It’s true that the first book published, in 1922, was blue and gold. That was also the name of it, the Blue and Gold. However, throughout the years its name and colors have varied. In 1934, the yearbook was called Memories and in 1936 Echoes. From 1937 until 1952, Highlights was the name. The following five years it was called the Labran, and in 1958 the yearbook did not even have a title. Since 1959 the book has been called its present name, the Husky. With the changing of names came various colors. From 1922 until the year 1952 the colors changed every year. For eight consecutive years, (1953 to 1960), the yearbook was black and in the following six years changed to white. The tradition of having the yearbook blue and gold was started in 1967 and continued until 1975 when the staff modernized and chose orange and white for the colors. Seniors Kathy Smith and Terry Elliott struggle with copy. Planning the task of distribution, yearbook co-editors Frank Smith and Rebecca Oakes mark the page ladder. XX Yearbook, Newspaper Staffs Hit New Goals Front Row: Cindy VVeise. Debbie Wands, Danny Solano, Judy Garcia Second Row: Julie Smith, Suzi Goodall Angie Dodge, Rebecca Oakes, Debbe Demicell, Tami Rix, Bob Hand Back Row: Advisor, Mr. Rob Wiison. Janet Freeman, Debbie Walker, Frank Smith, Benny Esquibel, Kris Baccarella, Mark Smithey. Not pictured: Cindy Lennox. The yearbook staff has put together a Centennial edition com memorating Colorado’s 100th anniversary. The book is built around a theme entitled “Oil Wells on the Rocky Mountain Plateau” which is focused on Florence’s oldest oil well west of the Mississippi River — the second oldest oil well in the nation. The staff used a mondrian (L-pattern) layout scheme to improve layout quality and uniformity, and for the first time since 1967 three colors were used on the cover. The yearbook was co-edited by Rebecca Oakes and Frank Smith. During the year 12 editions of the Husky Voice were published Feature leads and feature stories were used to enliven pages for the paper. Nineteen staff members worked under the editor, Debbie Wands. Both staffs were advised by Rob Wilson, and the photography advisor for the yearbook was Vern Roberts. Drama Students Perform ‘Satan of the North' Front Row; Ross Brown, Joni Zamarripa, Sponsor, Mrs. Mary Pierz, Dan Solano, Erin Cody. Back Row: Kathy Button, Rebecca Oakes, Albert Demicell. The villain, David Vansyoc, and the hero, Pat McCormick, met face to face during the melodrama Satan of the North. Front Row: Dan Solano, Felita Rebetrano Campbell, Rebecca Oakes, Kathy Button. Second Row: Ross Brown, Pat McCormick, Joni Zamarripa, Kim Jones, Sponsor, Mrs. Mary Pierz, Cora Snyder, Regina Sapp. Back Row: Kristy Roberts, Bill Andrews, Bob Hand, David Vansyoc, Albert Demicell, Erin Cody, Julie Bate, Anna Jean Brown, Robin Haskell, Margaret Barrows, Gay Del Duca. Ml The majorettes, headed by Patty Mascitelli. consisted of six girls. These girls participated in the Blossom Day, Apple Day. Homecoming and Pioneer Day parades, and all of the home football games. The twirlers also took part in Band Day at the Air Force Academy. The majorettes made new uniforms to wear for all these events. Mr. Leason sponsored the girls throughout the year. Head twirler Patty Mascitelli led the majorette performances at FHS for four years. Members Include: Jill Falgien, Cindy Weise, Cindy Lennox, Sherrie Knisley, Peggy Widener. Blue and Gold 'Broadway’ Choir Dances; Modern Choir Travels Throughout Year Front Row: Lory Alvidrez. Rick Cool, Paula Whitlcw, Tom Iovinella. Susan Winton Nobel, Damon Sedillo, Linda Andreatta. Russell Dangel, Rena Viola, Brad Harvey. Second Row: Gayle Ellis, Steve Batson, Nancy Serviss, Terry Hinkle, Phyllis Hcneycutt, Jim Demicell, Laura Simpson. Richard Clark, Bcrnadine Herrera, Rusty Conover. Back Row: Kelly Faunce, Kelly King, Martha Grimshaw. Lance DeHart. Jamie Koppenhaver, Harry Gray, Mary Ann Stevens, Stewart Faunce, Pam Kiner, Jim Winningham. Front Row: Cecil Nelson, Linda Andreatta, Pat McCormick. Jackie Laughlin, Stewart Faunce, Karen Roberts, Bob Hand, Kristy Roberts, David Vansyoc, Susan Winton Nobel. Second Row: Chris Harvey, Joni Zamarripa, Brad Harvey. Julie Bate, Director Karl Leason, Neva Storms. Bill Barr, Kim Jones, Leonard Loomans, Erin Cody, Back Row: Jim Winningham, Patty Espinoza, Mike Thomas, Tani Sierka, Tom Spears, Georgia Mares, Pierre Gamache, Patty Mascitelli, John Sand, Peggy Schmidt, Dan Solano. Louise Espinoza. lJ2 Excitement Special adds spirit to every assembly. The 1975-76 Florence Modern Choir traveled more than any previous choir at Florence High School. Throughout the year, the choir traveled and performed at the high schools in LaVeta, Lamar, and Leadville. They sang for the Christian Women’s Club, The Lions Club, and the Florence B.P.W. Club. In February, the concert had a formal invitational concert for parents and specially invited guests. One very important performance was in Colorado Springs at the Four Seasons for the Phi Beta Lambda state meeting. Modern Choir also sang in the Christmas concert. Blue and Gold took on a new name — “The Broadway Choir.” This choir danced and sang at the Spring concert and the Christmas concert. The Florence Huskie Band ended another dynamic year, by marching in parades, playing for athletic events, and having several formal concerts. Both choirs and the band were under the direction of Karl Leason. Front Row: Karen Roberts, Neva Storms, Gladie Carter. Nanette Anderson. Patty Mascitelli, Mary Brassea, Patty Camerlo, Sandy Bueno. Second Row: Tamarah Cowden, Cindy Weise, Kris Baccarella, Bill Barr. Kelly King, Bob Hand, Charlotte Magill, Laura Simpson, Sandra Alston. Adele Wollman. Third Row: Philip Rodriguez, Cindy Lennox, Peggy Widener. Lory Alvidrez, Rosa Angel. Sherrie Knisley. Pauline Kiner, Tim Montoya, Pam Kiner. Gayle Ellis, Glcria Herrera, Kathy Lovato, Harry Gray. Fourth Row: Frank Angel. Valerie Robison. Nancy Serviss. Bernadine Herrera, Todd Walker, Cecil Pennebaker, Cecil Nelson. Mike Anderson, Donny Hand, Richard Clark. James Sullinger, Terry Hinkle. Fifth Row: Chester Snell. Robert Serviss, Marty Walker, Benny Esquibel, Pierre Gamache, John Tonko, Linda Honeycutt, Roger McKissick. Back Row: Susan Winton Nobel, Mr. Karl Leason, Kris Harrow. Mitch Clark, Pat McCormick. Rena Viola, Bill Andrews, Richard Waters, Leonard Loomans, Dave Vansyoc. FHS Council, Nike Club Show Successes Front Row: Tamara Bowers, Kris Baccarella, Louise Huston, Bonnie Wilson, Angie Dodge, LuAnn Fabrizio, Rick Baxley. Back Row: Mr. Ben Zamarripa, Ross Brown, Bob Hand, Suzi Goodall, Debbe Demicell, Mark Andreatta, Peggy Widener, Steve Cornelia, Angie Boughner McKissick, Mrs. Sandra Orton. Florence BPW Club installs Nike Club officers. The Florence Nike Club was the only club of its kind in the state of Colorado. Made up of junior and senior girls, the purposes of Nike Club are to inform girls of careers that arc offered to women and to help them plan their futures. Several guest speakers talked to the club throughout the year. Also, Nike Club took a field trip to the Women’s Prison. Front Row: Julie Smith, Terry Elliott, Patty Mascitelli, Kim Alire, Kris Baccarella. Kathy Smith. Toni Bodo-vinac. Second Row: Sharon West, Cindy Weise, Lu Ann Fabrizio, Suzi Goodall. Back Row: Cindy Lennox, Linda Andreatta, Carmen Balarde. Not pictured: Tani Sierka, Debbie Demicell, Adele Wollman, Terry Harmes. Senior Class Officers: Student Council, Darrell Schweighauser; Student Council, Tamara Bowers; Vice President, Benny Esquibel; President, Tani Sierka; Secretary, Debbie Bueno. Not pictured: Treasurer, Charlie Martinez. Kim Alire Rosa Alvidrez Lorna Balliet Toni Bodovinac Tamara Bowers Jim Bowie SEUN Nora Barnes I John Barrows Julie Bate Carmen Belarde Eileen Benton Rick Baxle Darrel Boyd Dora Brown Gayle Brassea Ross Brown Cindy Breece Sandra Brown Judy Daniels Darrell Schweighauser learns how to be a housewife. Diane Carlson Erin Cody Joseph Cordova Dale Daniels Tenley Clark Tamarah Cowden Esther Davis Terry Elliott LuAnn Fabrizio Alta Farmer Lance DeHart Benny Esquibel Debbe Demicell Elizabeth Darrow Gary Gasser Mike Giesler Mike Griebel Earl Farmer Bill Fisk Janet Freeman Tony Galpin Pierre Gamache Steve Garcia Terry Harme Joseph Lozano Patti Kline Leonard Loomans Cloyce Mann Vickie Martin Doug Marrs Annette Martinez Charlie Martinez James McKissack Linda Martinez John Mosley Loretta Montoya Betty Miller Mitchell Mowers 10.i Jerry Orton Anthony Pirraglia Kristy Roberts Stephen Palmer Jim Oliver Laura Pickett Tami Rix 1117 Katherine Smith David Sporcich Bonnie States Mary Ann Stevens Chuck Tirrell Myra Stepleton Henry Thomas Cast members Kristy Roberts, Pat McCormick and Erin Cody fill significant roles in Satan of the North. Byron Wann Tom Villagrana Sharon West Crystal Whisler SENIORS NOT PICTURED Lila Ciancio Mitch Clark David Combs Duane Fall Kathy Foster Betty Limberis Georgia Mares Sam Sacco Dora Weigel Susan Winton III) Tammie Wolverton May Graduation Revives Memories Past It seemed like only yesterday that the class of 1976 was entering FHS as freshmen. To become a part of the student body was a challenge and helped each one mature into young adults. Every passing year brought the class closer together as they shared the good with the bad. As freshmen, they experienced their first disappointment when the traditional bonfire was cancelled. A seemingly unending year finally passed and all were glad to have become part of Florence High School. In the following year they earned respect by placing second in the annual float competition. The excitement of the year was the ordering of the long-awaited class rings. Their junior year was one of hard work and new experiences and the thrill of being an upperclassman was felt by all. The class earned money by selling Value Paks and in May honored the Senior Class by holding one of the best Junior-Senior Proms ever. One of the greatest moments of the year was going to the State Basketball Tournament which marked the first time the Huskies had been to a state tourney in 15 years. Finally, the dream of being a member of the Senior Class was true. Placing first in float competition showed the spirit of the Bi-centennial class. The year passed quickly and the ordering of Senior Keys and caps and gowns excited everyone. The highlight of the year was the basketball team winning the Pikes Peak League championship. The Huskies just missed going to state for the second year in a row by one heartbreaking game. Despite the many activities there was a time for considering future plans—a time when each individual sat down to think about what they would be doing for the rest of their lives. Decisions were made and the day came when 98 eager seniors received their diplomas. The day was filled with sorrow of leaving life long friends and the joy of all the past accomplishments and the new lives about to be born. Class of 1976 Senior Directory KIM A LI RE Spirit Club 1,2, 3; Spirit Club Treasurer 3; Foreign Language Club 2, 3; Foreign Language Club President 2; Spanish Club Representative 3; Nike Club 3,4; Nike Club Secretary 4; Student Council Representative 3; Girls' State Alternate 3. NORA BARNES GAA 2; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3. JULIE BATE Drama Club 4; Blue G Gold 1,2; SSA 3; Modem Choir 4. RICK BAXLEY Foothall 1; Basketball 1,2; Baseball 2,3,4; F-Club 3,4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Head Boy 4. CARMEN BELARDE Spirit Club 1,2,3; Foreign Language Club 2; Nike Club 4. EILEEN BENTON Blue G Gold 2; Band 2. TAMARA BOWERS Spirit Club 1; Foreign Language Club 1,2; GAA 2; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Student Council 1,2, 3,4; Student Council Representative 1,2,4; Class President 3; Homecoming Attendant 4. JIM BOWIE Football 1; Basketball 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 1,3; Track 3,4; Cross Country 2, 3,4; F-Club 2, 3,4. ROSS BROWN Thespian Club 1,2, 3,4; Drama Club 1,2, 3,4; Student Council 4; Boys' State Alternate 3. DEBBIE BUENO GAA 1; Foreign Language Club 1; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Nike Club 3; Newspaper 3; Student Council 1; Band 1. GREG CANCHOLA Football 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 1; Foreign Language Club 3; Foreign Language Club Representative 3; F-Club 3,4. JOSEPH CORDOVA Football 4; Baseball 4; F-Club 2,3,4; F-Club Treasurer 4; Foreign Language Club 1,2; Newspaper 3. DEBBE DEMICELL FHA 2, 3; FHA Historian 3; Foreign Language Club 3; FBLA Club 3; Nike Club 4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Spirit Club 2,3; Pom-Pon 3,4; Student Council 3, 4; Student Council Secretary 3; Newspaper 4; Blue G Gold 2; Who's Who Among American High School Students 3; Girls' State Alternate 3. TERRY ELLIOTT Track 3,4; Nike Club 3,4; Nike Club Junior Representative 3; Nike Club Treasurer 4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Quill G Scroll President 4; Foreign Language Club 1,2; Spirit Club 1,2,3; GAA 1,2; Cheerleader 3,4; Pom-Pon 2; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Class Secretary 3. BENNY ESQUIBEL Football 1,4; Cross Country 2,3,4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Track 1,2, 3,4; F-Club 2,3,4; F-Club Secretary 4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Quill G Scroll Representative 4; Ski Club 1; Science Club 1; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3,4; Modem Choir 1; Band 1,2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1,2, 3,4; Class Vice-President 4. LU ANN FABRIZIC Track 3; Volleyball 4; Nike Club 3,4; GAA 1,2; Foreign Language Club 1,2; Quill G Scroll 3,4; National Honor Society 3,4; Pom-Pon 2, 3,4; Head Pom-Pon 3,4; Student Council Representative 2; Head Girl 4; Class Treasurer 1. ALTA FARMER FHA 2,3. JANET FREEMAN Spirit Club 3; FBLA 3; FBLA Recorder 3; Drama Club 3; French Club 2; Quill G Scroll 4; School Mascot 1; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3,4; Girls' Glee 1. PIERRE GAMA CHE Football 1,2, 3,4; Basketball 1,2, 3,4; Track 1,2, 3,4; All-State Football 3,4; All-Conference Football 2,3,4; All-State Basketball 3,4; All-Conference Basketball 2,3; State Triple Jump Champion 2; State Pole Vault Champion 2,3,4; Athlete of the Year 3; F-Club 1,2, 3,4; Foreign Language Club 2,4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Ski Club 1; Student Council 1,2; Modem Choir 1,4; Blue G Gold 3; Band 1,2, 3,4; Pep Band 1,2, 3,4; National Honor Society 3,4; Boys' State Alternate 3; Class President 1,2; Who's Who in Music 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students. PATTI KLINE Volleyball 2,3,4; Track 1,2; Basketball 3; Spirit Club 1,2; French Club 2. JOSEPH LOZANO Baseball 1,2, 3,4; Football 1,4; Basketball 1,2, 3,4; F-Club 2,3,4. PATTY MASCITELLI Foreign Language Club 1; Spirit Club 1; Nike Club 3,4 Nike Club President 4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Student Council Treasurer 2; Blue G Gold 1,2; Modem Choir 3,4; Twirler 1,2, 3,4; Head Twirler 2, 3,4; Homecoming Attendant 3. LINDSAY MIETH Soccer 1,2; Football 1. JOHN MOSLEY Basketball 4; Track 3,4; F-Club 4; Art Club 3,4. REBECCA OAKES Track 3; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Spirit Club 1,2, 3; Drama Club 2,3,4; Thespian Club 2,3,4; Thespian-Drama Secretary-Treasurer 3; FBLA 3; FBLA Vice-President 3; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3,4. JIM OLIVER Football 1, 2, 3,4; Wrestling 1,2; Track 1,2, 3,4; F-Club 2, 3,4; Boys' State 3. JERRY ORTON Basketball 1,2, 3. STEPHEN PALMER Cross Country 2, 3; Track 3; Yearbook 3,4; Band 1,2, 3; Quill G Scroll 4. ANTHONY PI RRAGLIA Who's Who in America 3. TAMI RIX Science Club 1; Drama 3; Spirit Club 1,2, 3; Pom-Pon 3,4; Newspaper 4; Blue G Gold 1,2; Modem Choir 2; Band 1,2, 3. KRISTY ROBERTS Nike Club 3; Nike Club Secretary 3; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Drama Club 1,4; Spirit Club 1,2; Pom-Pon 3,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Modem Choir 2, 3,4; Blue G Gold 1,3,4; Band 3. DARRELL SCHWEIGHAUSER Football mgr. 1; Basketball mgr. 3,4; F-Club 1,2, 3,4; Art Club 3,4; Art Club Vice-President 4; Student Council Representative 1,4; Class Representative 1,4. MYRON F. SMITH, JR. Quill G Scroll 3,4; Yearbook 3,4; Newspaper 3,4. KATHERINE SMITH Track 4; Nike Club 4; Nike Club Student Council Representative 4; Foreign Language Club 3; FBLA 3; Cheerleader 1,2, 3,4; Head Cheerleader 3,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Sweetheart Queen 4; Student Council Representative 4. DAVID SPORCICH Basketball 2. BONNIE STATES FHA 2; Spirit Club 1,2, 3; Student Council Representative 2. MIKE THOMAS Football 1; Baseball 1; Basketball 1,2,3; Track 2,3; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Newspaper 3; Blue G Gold 1; Modern Choir 2, 3,4; Boys' State 3. REGINA TRUJILLO Spirit Club 2; Homecoming Queen 4. RICK VILLA GRAN A Football 4; Baseball 1,2,4; F-Club 3,4; Foreign Language Club 1,2; Newspaper 3; Band 1,2. TOM VILLAGRANA Baseball 1,2, 3,4; Football 4; Science Club 1; Ski Club 1,2; F-Club 3,4; F-Club Vice-President 4; Student Council Representative 1; Class Vice-President 3; Modem Choir 1,2; Blue G Gold 1,2; Band 1,2, 3,4; Who's Who Among Music Students 3. BYRON WANN Basketball 2, 3,4; Track 4; Art Club 3; F-Club 4; Yearbook 4. SHARON WEST Spirit Club 1,2, 3; Spirit Club Secretary 2; Spirit Club President 3; Nike Club 4; Quill G Scroll 3,4; Foreign Language Club 1,2; Yearbook 4; Newspaper 3; Blue G Gold 3. CRYSTAL WHISLER Spirit Club 1; Girls' State 3. TAMMIE WOLVERTON Rodeo 1, 2, 3,4; Rodeo Club 1, 2, 3,4; Spirit Club 1 Yearbook 3; Rodeo Princess 3; Choir 1,2,3. Junior Class Officers: Bob Hand, Student Council representative; Kris Baccarella, Student Council representative; Cindy Weise, Treasurer; Suzi Goodall, President; Julie Smith, Vice-President; Dave Gallardo, Secretary. Albert Allen Ron Alley Linda Andreatta Bill Andrews Rosa Angel Floyd Babcock Kris Baccarella Bill Barr Dorothy Barrows Karen Blankenship Jerry Bohl Norman Bowie Cathy Brack Anna Jean Brown Cindy Brown Leonard Brown Twyla Brown Gerald Buchanan Kathy Button Sheri Canchola Felita Campbell Tami Causey Rae Ann Cicchi David Curtis Diann Daniels Jim Daniels Marie Daniels Rhonda Dangel Carol Del Duca A1 Demicell Susie DeVor Bonnie Dodge Gary Duncan Gerald Ellis Ruth Errickson Nova Espinosa Louise Espinoza Tony Falgien Stewart Faunce David Finney Jim Fitzwater Phyllis Flerhman Teresa Fortner Jonie Gall David Gallardo 117 Ron Gierhart Suzi Goodall Harry Gray Joe Grisenti Laray Grubbs Judy Hackett Bob Hand Cheryl Handy Brad Harvey Robin Haskell John Hawks Mike Henry Steve Hersch Jim Hinton Carl Hobbs Phyllis Honeycutt Marvin Houston Melvin Houston Vickie Johns Donald Johnson Juniors work busily to finish their homecoming float before the parade begins. UK Five members of the Junior Class attend the annual Nike initiation David Johnston Mike Kahle Debbie Kiner Becky LaDuke Cindy Lennox Mike Limberis Patricia Magiil Louise Maldonado Donna Mallow Dannette Marquez Lorrie Martin Nick Mata Carl McChesney Cindy Meigs Lori Munson Marcy Myers Charlotte Paraday Barbara Patch Kathy Pennebaker Mark Pounds Examining an art exhibit are juniors David Gallardo and Albert Snyder Joe Quintana Tom Quintana Terry Rix Debbie Roberts Greg Roberts Cyndee Schumacher Sam Shade Heidi Sierka Julie Smith .Steve Smith Pat Towner Mike Trujillo Debbie Walker Marty Walker Debbie Wands Cindy Weise Peggy Widener Lee Wilson Jim Winningham Adele Wollman Juniors Not Pictured Ray Bara gar Rick Bufmack Rick Harris Nicky Lampton Pat McCormick Juanita Montoya Tim Pollard Yvonne Romo Ray Sanborn Chuck Smith Kevin Tirrell Norman Willis Joni Zamarripa p Misty Adams Dan Adamson Tom Addington Larry Alire Sandra Alston Nanette Anderson Frank Angel Rita Barnes Jim Barrows Steve Batson Margie Bernard Susie Berry Toby Boettler Wanona Bond Larry Bowers Sophomore Class Officers: President, Bonnie Wilson: Student Council, Tom Fabrizio dent Council. Angie Dodge; Treasurer, Tuesday Lungren; Secretary, Grace Miller; President, Paula Whitlow. Ramona Bowie Debbie Boyd Henry Brassea Richard Brassea Jackie Bray Dale Brill Eric Brown Linda Brown Terry Brown Sandy Bueno Patty Camerlo Trudie Canchola Chris Cardenas Gladie Carter Ken Chuculate Richard Clark Brenda Conner Daniel Cordova Tina Cordova Sandy Crossno Duane Daniels Kenny Davis Suzanne DeAngelo Jim Demicell Jim Deppe Mary Diehl Angie Dodge Gayle Ellis Patty Espinoza Tom Fabrizio Jill Falgien Cheryl Fall Patty Farmer Darrel Finney Judy Garcia Pam Giesler Linda Gilbert Debbie Goodan Julie Gray Mitch Griebel Martha Grimshaw Chris Harvey Gloria Herrera Louise Huston Stan Houston Diane Jones Kim Jones Martin Kessler Kelly King Beth Kissell Sophomores Phil Oliver, Tuesday Lungren, Terry Brown, Bonnie Wilson, Julie Gray and Paula Whitlow discuss coming events in the FHS library. Mark Kline Sherrie Knisley Jamie Koppenhaver Violet Latimer Rick Lawson Kathy Lovato Tuesday Lungren Mary Macoskey Dan Martin Glenn Martin Rita Martinez Susan Mata Jeff McCallister Charlie McCandless Dan McClain Dave McCumbcr Angie McKissack Dave Miller Grace Miller Robert Miller Roslyn Miller Tom Miller Sheryl Munson Cecil Nelson Francie Oakes Phil Oliver Karen Pomeroy Tammy Porter Mike Porter Lettie Prather =sa Jacquie Quilico Terry Rains Jeff Rathbun David Rendon Penny Richey Vickie Riggs Jim Rodarmel Rusty Sand Roberta Saunders Kathy Schumacher Damon Sedillo Robert Serviss Tina Shade Kerry Smith Wanda Smith Chester Snell Kriss Spradley James Sullinger Dean Swope Pam Taylor Tom Tedesko Tom Trogden Rob Yellico Cindy Vendetti Todd Walker v VM The Sophomore Class sold scarves and hats for a winter money-making project. One thing the sophomore class could not do, however, was spell its name right. Jerry Weigel Holly White Paula Whitlow Bonnie Wilson Scott Wright Sophomores Not Pictured David Overbey Robert Overbey John Paxton Kevin Scheele Neva Storms Val White Frank Lopez Jack Mackey Mike McCormick Mary Macoskey Jerry McFarland Richard Mowers Ruthie Betts Regina Faulkner John Garcia John Hawks Daniel Holmes Jeff Kaus m Ml i:i2 Freshmen Class Officers: Treasurer, Greg Becco; President, Mark Andreatta; Secretary, Jackie Laughlin Vice-President, Steve Andrews; Student Council, Steve Cornelia. Jim Adams Brenda Addington Cindy Allen Greg Allen Lory Alvidrez Wess Ambrose Mike Anderson Mark Andreatta Steve Andrews Tammy Ashby Harry Atwood Mary Austin Louisa Avila Debbie Barnes Kim Barnette Margaret Barrows Mike Batson Greg Becco Ruby Betts Billie Boughner Laura Boyd Mary Brassea Susan Breece Lisa Brewer Gaylene Brown Richard Brown Rodney Brown Patty Bueno Juanita Canchola Patsy Cheek Rusty Conover Ricky Cool Rhonda Cooper Pat Cordova Steve Cornelia Jenny Costello Ron Croope John Dake Russell Dan gel Chris Darrow Karrie Davis Gay Del Duca Billy Devor Shanda Downer Donna Doxtater i m Shannon Drake Kathy Duncan Doyle Duns moor Ivan Edmonds Carla Espinoza Kelly Faunce Leora Fields Joesph Fortner Laurie Fournier Barbara Fox all Victor Freeman Mike Galpin Iva Gamer Ron Gasser Jim Giesler Mark Good all Cindy Grimshaw Starla Grubbs Don Hand Christa Harris T ammy Hazelton Bemadine Herrera Terry Hinkle Linda Honeycutt Ton I ovine 11a Eugene Jackson Dana Jones David Jones g Debbie Kahle I Beverly Kissell Paul Kosek Jackie Laughlin Elwood Loeber Kevin Loerzel Cecilia Lopez Tim Lozano Tammy Luther Charlotte Magill Lisa Mares Mike Marios Members include: Jeff Myers, Greg Becco, Steve Cornelia, Mark Andreatta, Greg Allen, Eugene Jack-son, David Jones, John San-born, David Ratkovich, Mike McComb, Larry Martinez, Tom Vendetti, Coach Richard Burleson and Tim Lozano. Dorene Marquez Rhonda Marrs Larry Martinez Jeanette Mata Mike McComb Vernon McDowell Roger McKissack Gary Medrick Ben Medina i Debbie Meyers 3 Ktf m Susie Miller Deborah Mitchell Tami Munson Mike Montgomery Jeff Myers Nancie Olmen Tim O'Neill Jane Palmer Celia Partida Cecil Pennebaker Lisa Pickett Debbie Porter Kim Pounds Mary Quinn Alan Rathbun Irwin Rathbun David Ratkovich Linda Riggs Cary Robb Karen Roberts Valerie Robinson Philip Rodriguez Jimmy Rooks David Sacco John Sanborn Regina Sapp Nancy Serviss Karl Sieika Laura Simpson Dave Smith Frank Snell Rose Snook Cora Snyder Sheila Thomas Annette Trujillo Ron Tyrrell Ron Vansyoc Wess Vanwey Tom Vendotti Rena Viola Richard Waters Kathy Williams Gary Wilson Jim Yelton Kelly Yeoman Gary Youngblood Bobby Young Barbara Zehrung Micki Ziolkowski Freshmen Not Pictured Joe Matthews Larry Mehring Darris Sweats Henry Jaquez Pauline Kiner Roger Lampton Bruce Baragar Mike Bufmack Charlene Colwell i:«7 New Faces Fill Administrative Offices The 1975 76 year brought many changes to Florence High School. Mr. Victor Becco moved to the office of Administrative Assistant for School District Re-2 (J) and Mr. Eddieray Pierce took h i s place as principal. Mr. Ben Zamarippa served as assistant principal. New offices for the Business Manager and Administrative Assistant and a new conference room which seats 50 persons were built. Some other construction additions included the remodeling of the high school secretarial offices and a cashier’s window, new restrooms at the football field and at the track and baseball field. New equipment included electric typewriters, some additional lockers, and a few rooms received new desks. Assistant principal Ben Zamarripa and Principal Eddieray Pierce confer. FHS welcomed teacher Mr. Ringwald and counselor Mrs. Orton in 1975-76. Student Government Pushes for Changes Head Girl Lu Ann Fabrizio and Head Boy Rick Baxley led the council for more activities and better facilities. Student government at FHS was carried out through Student Council. Head Boy Rick Baxley and Head Girl Lu Ann Fabrizio were the leaders of this governing branch. Other officers were secretary Peggy Widener and treasurer Tom Fabrizio. These people along with the rest of the Student Council accomplished making a picture stand display of FHS’s graduates, contributing to muscular distro-phy with funds raised from sgile of cookies, contributing to the Florence Bi centennial fund, updating the constitution, and sponsoring the annual Homecoming and student-exchange program. Other aspects of student government were Girls’ State and Boys’ State. Girls’ State delegates were Louise Espinoza and Peggy Widener; alternates were Linda Andreatta and Adele Woll-man. Boys’ State delegates were Bill Barr, Bob Hand, and Mike Trujillo; alternates were Leonard Brown, Harry Gray, and Nick Mata. Secretary Peggy Widener does more than keep records. Boy's State Delegates leave June 7 for Boulder. Treasurer Tom Fabrizio shows responsibility. Girls' State provided leadership opportunities. Action Improves Classroom Work Many of the classes at FHS allowed the students to become involved in various subjects through experimenting, making, and doing. Students were able to apply knowledge found in text for many elective as well as required classes. Electronics was a new elective in which students were able to learn with their hands as well as their minds. This class was taught by Mr. Rich Ralston and sponsored by the University of Southern Colorado. Other new classes that were offered at FHS were reading, contemporary issues, competetive speech, and journalism branched into three classes instead of two. Mr. Brunetto fascinates Russell Shea and Carl McChesney in machine shop. Artist Jonie Gall exceeds in pottery skills. Explaining physics to his class is Mr. Rundle. Working with electronics is Anthony Pirraglia. Instructing Kathy Button is Miss Boyd. gives Lance DeHart and Mike to learn valuable skills. Bachelor's Survival Giesler opportunity Faculty, Administration Molds FHS SUPERintendent After 23 years at the helm of School District Re-2 ( J ), superintendent o f schools Barto Babitz announced his retirement from public education in May, 1976. The announcement b y Mr. Babitz came during hi's commencement address to the class of 1976 at graduation ceremonies. Mr. Babitz began his illustrative educational career as a student and graduate of Christopher Community High School, Christopher, Illinois. Upon graduation, he entered and completed a four-year degree in education at Southern Illinois University, Carbon-dale, Illinois. also holds masters degrees' from the University of Illinois and Western Illinois State College in political science and education. Mr. Babitz was a teacher and principal for seven years at Table Grove Community High School in Illinois before coming to Colorado. In addition, he was superintendent of schools in Silverton, Colorado, prior to gaining the super-intendentship in Florence. Mr. Babitz’ educational career thus spans 36 years following his formal education including 24 years at Florence. His resignation takes effect Dec. 31. 1976. The school system of Florence will miss the presence and smiling face of Barto Babitz. It is without question that he leaves the J Florence system a better § place than he found it. Outgoing Superintendent Barto Babitz pauses during farewell speech. lilt The many moods and faces of Mr. Pierce become a new part of the principalship at FHS in 1975-76. 117 Teachers Play Active Role in FHS Life After a year of hard work and all the sports seasons finished, only a select few can be honored. The few who during painstaking practices, gave just a little bit more than everyone else. The outstanding senior baseball player was Joe Lozano. A four-year letterman, Joe was also selected as defensive player of the year for the last two years. Voted as outstanding volleyball player was Patti Kline. Patti was a starter in this first-year sport for the entire season. A four-year letterman in three varsity sports, Pierre Gamache was chosen outstanding senior basketball, football, and track athlete. Charlie Martinez, who went to the state wrestling tournament the last three years, was selected as the outstanding senior wrestler. Chosen for her abilities in the hurdles and relays, Kathy Smith was voted as outstanding girls’ track athlete. Kathy broke school records in the 80 and 110-yard hurdles. Outstanding cross country runner was Jim Bowie. A three-year letterman, Jim was twice awarded for running 200 miles a year. Jim also finished as high as 16th in the state cross country meet. Catching for the Huskie diamond squad is Joe Lozano. Volleyball standout Patti Kline takes position. Cross Country captain, Jim Bowie, finishes another mile Kill l Six Seniors Chosen Outstanding A thletes Ready to pin his opponent is outstanding senior wrestler Charlie Martinez. r Valedictorian: Pierre Gamache Salutatorian: Lu Ann Fabrizio Student Council Teacher Award: Rich Burleson Tom Kelly Award: Pierre Gamache Top 5% of Class: Seniors Pierre Gamache Lu Ann Fabrizio Leonard Loomans Anthony Pirraglia Patty Mascitelli Juniors Peggy Widener Kathy Button Debbie Wands Bill Barr Anna Brown Suzi Goodall Sophomores Sandy Bueno Kathy Lovato Cecil Nelson Tuesday Lungren Diane Jones Patty Camerlo Judy Garcia Terry Rains Freshmen Mary Brassea Chris Darrow Kelly Faunce Mike Marlow Carla Espinoza Tim O’Neill Mark Andreatta Russel Dangel Dana Jones Jackie Laughlin Debbie Meyers Kim Pounds Micki Ziolkowski Society of Women Engineers: Kathy Button - “Honor” Peggy Widener • “High Honor” Debbe Demicell - “Highest Honor” Electronics: Tom Villagrana Leonard Loomans Mike Thomas Anthony Pirraglia Frank Angel Leonard Brown A1 Demicell Principal Award: Rick Baxley Lu Ann Fabrizio Bob Hand Frank Angel Poetry: Dora Weigel Betty Sporcich Carol Del Duca Joe Quintana Tami Causey Kathy Button Nick Mata Senior English: Pierre Gamache Music: Patty Mascitelli - John Phillip Sousa Judy Daniels - Service Award Kristy Roberts - Accompanist 132 National Honor Society: Seniors Leonard Loomans Patty Mascitelli Jim Oliver Debbe Demicell Julie Bate Juniors Debbie Wands Anna Jean Brown Suzi Goodall Cindy Lennox Sophomores Sandy Bueno Kathy Lovato Tuesday Lungren Art: Carla Espinoza Gloria Herrera Chuck Tirrell Rae Ann Cicchi Carmen Belarde Bonnie Dodge Debbie Walker Teresa Fortner Julie Gray Dave Combs Mark Andreatta Joni Gall Kelly Faunce Irwin Rathbun Patti Kline Donna Mallow Nova Espinosa Spanish: Freshmen Dana Jones Jackie Laughlin Lisa Mares Annette Trujillo Gaylene Brown Debbie Mitchell Debbie Porter Sophomores Linda Brown Sandy Bueno Judy Garcia Dinae Jones Kathy Lovato Journalism: Seniors Frank Smith - Outstanding Senior Journalist Rebecca Oakes - Outstanding Senior Journalist Steve Palmer - Outstanding Senior Photographer Terry Elliott - Outstanding Layout and Design Juniors Debbie Wands • Husky Voice Louise Espinoza - Florence Citizen Math: Anthony Pirraglia Advanced Math Kathy Lovato Algebra II French and English: Micki Ziolkowski - French Tim O’Neill - English I Micki Ziolkowski - English Pierre Gamache Reigns As Tom Kelly Winner The highest honor a Florence High School athlete can receive is the coveted Tom Kelly Award. Each year the businessmen of Florence select an athlete who has been outstanding in both the academic and athletic fields. The 1976 Tom Kelly Award was won by Pierre Gamache. Gamache carried a 3.88 grade point average through four years of high school and was Valedictorian of the 1976 graduating class. He also participated in football, basketball, and track all four years. During these four years he received many awards. In football he was selected Outstanding Senior football player. A four-year letterman, Pierre was selected to the first team Gazette Telegraph-KRDO All-Area team as defensive halfback and offensive end in both his junior and senior years. He was also chosen as a defensive halfback on the first team Colorado Sidelines All-State team in 1975 and 1976. And in 1974, he received an All-Conference honorable mention. While playing varsity basketball his sophomore year, Pierre received an All - Conference honorable mention. In 1975 he was selected to the first team All-Conference squad and the All-State tournament team. His senior year he was named to the Colorado Sidelines All-State team and to the All-State South squad. And in both 1975 and 1976 he was picked first team Gazette Telegraph All-Area team. He was also elected Outstanding Senior basketball player at FHS. In track, Pierre was the state pole vault champion and record holder from 1974 to 1976. And in 1974 he was the state triple jump champion. He was also the district pole vault champion from 1973 to 1976 and held the record all but his freshman year. He was voted Outstanding Senior track athlete. State pole vault champ Pierre Gamache triple jumps at a home meet © Teacher Directory 1975-76 Roxie boyd Biology I Biology II Chemistry Science Lynda Lilly English I Career English French I French II Vernon Roberts Art I Art II Art III Crafts Alice Brunetto Home Economics I Home Economics II Family Living Bachelor Survival Joe Brunetto Machine Shop I Machine Shop II Richard Burleson Modem Problems Psychology Boys P.E. Marie Carpenter World History Richard Carpenter Drivers Education Frank Dino Mathematics Advanced Mathematics Algebra II Science Tom Gribben Boys P.E. Drivers Education Martha Irvine Nursing Practice Kathleen Kramer Career English Reading Sociology Karl Leason Band Blue and Gold Choir Modem Choir Prep Choir Creative Music Walter McFadden General Business Office Machines Office Practice Accounting Shorthand Sherri McGinness Spanish I Spanish II Science Fiction Persuasive Language Bill Meigs Auto Mechanics I Auto Mechanics II John Merriam American History Donna Nelson Mathematics Geometry Algebra I Mary Pierz English I Speech Folklore Drama Ruby Plummer Folklore Creative Writing American Literature English Literature Advanced English Richard Ralston Electronics Dennis Ringwald Individual Instruction Lowell Rundle Physics Science Jim Serfoss Typing I Typing II General Business Mike Shroyer Welding I Welding II Charles Smith World History Typing I Personal Typing Melvin Smith American Democracy American Government World Geography World History Patrick Smith Drafting Wood I Wood n Sandra Tom Girls P.E. Robert L. Wilson English I Journalism I Journalism II Yearbook Design o tUKiE’S MOfO£ tdlttPAST One of the finest businesses in Florence is Luke’s Motor Company, Inc. Luke’s as it is known, is owned by Felix Lukezic. Luke’s has been affiliated with Ford since 1951 and before that Lukezic owned a repair shop. Luke’s was originally located at their west garage and in 1963 expanded to two other garages. Recently, they expanded their lot by paving it. Luke’s has donated cars for the Driver’s Education program and has loaned convertibles for the Homecoming and Pioneer Day parades. Luke’s has approximately 25 employees. Mr. Lukezic was raised in Florence and started his first business in 1945. All four of Lukezic’s children are FHS graduates. i: x MASTI-B FJSIHTOISS Owned by Florence High School graduates, Myron and Antionette Smith. Master Printers is “the only print shop you’ll ever need.” Among the services offered are the manufacture of magnetic signs and rubber stamps, offset, letterpress, direct image, and quick print. The Smiths have owned Master Printers for six years and are located at 308 Main St., Canon City. The phone number is 275-8608. l.i y 1“ M ATI OSM ® AMK « ■ XfeefiESCE irr-- 2j£ ' - S.T24-r' rKr 42;TS.U iKr' 2T$i. « .45TSi ' 42 For strong and friendly banking you should place your savings in The First National Bank of Florence, the only bank in Florence. The bank celebrated its 75th anniversary in 1975. It was a State Banking Institution and opened its doors in 1891. The bank offers full service banking including commercial and personal checking, savings accounts. It also included special facilities such as drive-up banking, walk-up windows, night depository, and bank by mail. The barik handles accounts through the Kamar Computer Program. Plans for the future include: expansion of present building and additional personnel to serve customers on a person-to-person basis which is a trademark of the institution. Etch depositor insured to }40.00v FDIC rmm Ormwi insurance CoiMn Hill 'ffWOT FISHES Many people do not know that the Twin Pines Coal Mine provides the coal to heat FHS. Twin Pines is owned by Budgie Fazzino and Joe Carpine. It has been mining since April, 1956. Six employees work to produce approximately 150 tons of coal per day. Some of that goes toward household use, some for school use. ROCKY MOUNTAIN GROCERY 1127 W. 3rd Florence, Co. SAMBO’S RESTAURANT Canon City, Co. Great Food 24 Hours A Day COTTER CORPORATION P.O. Box 751 Canon City, Co. CAMERIO DAIRY lii:i Cow Pow Inc. Florence, Co. A ,CO OlSCOVlf CBSTTEK A division of Duckwall Stores, Inc. Alco Discount Store has served the Fremont County area since 1901. Located at 1711 Fremont Drive, Canon City. Alco has been in this area for three years and is one of two discount stores in the Canon City area. Alco is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Their telephone number is 275 8561. 181 flE 3P 0££S€S If Who do most people see when they do not feel well? They go to the Florence Clinic. You can find the Clinic at 501 West Fifth, where It has been located since 1967. Prior to that it operated at 125 South Pikes Peak. When you get to the Clinic you will see one of two doctors. They are P. J. Gamache, M.D., and J. V. Buglewicz. M.D. Dr. Gamache has been practicing in Florence since 1959 and Dr. Buglewicz has been practicing here since 1961. Both of the doctors graduated from Creighton University in 1958. At the present time there are eight employees at the Clinic, including two nurses. ■? 3-3 r- ? sis Si3V -£� ■ I fa r 5 i 3 lli.i ( 3PHE fiomci erffIZEW Every Thursday, this region's only paper, the Florence Citizen is published. The Citizen is owned and operated by Robert and Nelda Cruzen and has been serving Eastern Fremont County with news and photos since 1898. The Citizen has brought Florence hometown news through the town’s four major boom periods . . . oil; gold refining and smelting; mining and industrial development. The Citizen includes the “Husky Howls” written by a student at FHS on the activities of the school. It also provides many photos used in the yearbook and in the spring publishes pictures of all graduating seniors. ISti CITIZEN PUBLISHING CO. ►7 '-4£l2 4-.— S]g rT Kr . 4 STS 4- II CARES IA’S TOCCKIKC €- Ralph Carestia’s Trucking service has been helping the Fremont County Area and Florence High School since 1944. Carestia’s Trucking has eight trucks which are used in the hauling of coal, sand, and gravel. They also provide the service and repair of trucks. If you need to make a move, just call Carestia’s Trucking Company on East Main in Florence at 784-3878. 187 CANON CITY RAINBOW STONE CO. Rainbow Dr. Canon City, Co. BURGER KING IliX Five Locations In Pueblo and Colorado Springs, Co. ■ l Ffl Ideal Basic Industries Cement Division Portland, Co. JIM’S CLOTHING Quality Clothing For The Entire Family Our 60th Year In Florence ASW MITI-IS 14 9 I r y Y | K The Fremont County residents have been served for 24 years by the A W Drive-In at 931 Royal Gorge Blvd. in Canon City. Gailen Harrison for the past five years has helped Florence High School by spon- soring the school sports and supporting the yearbook. So remember to eat at A W for the best of food . Also try our Coney Dog on Tuesday for 20 cents. 1711 For many years Florence High students have had the privilege of having a yearbook. This will continue with the help of ad-buying merchants and hard-working staffs. To help pay for their book, the 1976 Husky yearbook staff bought its own full-page ad for $90. So buy a Husky yearbook. Get in some choice reading and see many beautiful pictures. 171 DAVE’S GENERAL STORE Owned By Dave McCallister Penrose, Co, FLINTKOTE COMPANY m Box 429 Florence, Co. FR EDR1CKS0N- BR O W N INSURANCE FLORENCE FLORAL Vern and Andy Munson Phone: 784-3774 17.1 106 S. Pikes Peak Florence, Co. Ramada Inn 3065 E. Highway 50 Canon City, Co. Dale Russell Motors Highway 50 G Greydene Canon City, Co. Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. 2629 Fremont Dr. Canon City, Co. Florence Lumber Co. 600 E. Main 784-6576 Spudnut Shop and Restaurant 1707 Fremont Dr. Canon City, Co. Big O Store 800 Main Canon City, Co. Dolven Motor Supply 1130 Royal Gorge Bivd. Canon City, Co. Haven's Fashion Headquarters In Fremont County For Men's G Women's Quality Clothing Farmers Insurance Group 628 Main, Canon City, Co. 275-2522 Florence Hardware 131 W. Main Florence, Co. Canon Western Wear 402 Main, Canon City, Co. Quality Western Wear G Tack Serv-All Thomas R. Singleterry-Owner 701 W. 3rd St. 176 Oxford's Market Owned By S.G. Oxford Canon City G Salida Sutherland Lumber Co. 901 W. 8th St. Pueblo, Co. Viola Brothers Lumber Co. Penrose, Co. 784-3679 J.D.L. Trailer Sales 1626 W. Pueblo Blvd. Pueblo, Co. 177 Ranch House BBQ Drive Inn 15th and Main Canon City, Co. Ron's Carpet C Linoleum 501 Main Canon City, Co. Gibson's Discount Center 1811 Fremont Dr. Canon City, Co. Ideal Lanes 2970 E. Main Canon City, Co. AL LANES I7S Herb's Sporting Shop 218 W. 8th Pueblo, Co. Merlino's Belevedere 1330 Elm Ave. Canon City, Co. Way Station 515 Royal Gorge Blvd. Canon City, Co. Kentucky Fried Chicken 1516 Main Canon City, Co. 1W V««U«4| !7lJ Florence Auto Parts Try Us for All Your Automotive Needs Florence, Co. Angel's Texaco Trust Your Car to the Man Who Wears the Star Florence, Co. Litz Inc. 106 W. Main Florence, Co. Western Auto 117 W. Main Florence, Co. ISO Gene's Automotive Service General Auto Service Gene and Barbara Espinosa Capri 104 E. Main Florence, Co. Fox Drug Store Florence, Co. 784-3523 Sena tore's 107 W. Main Florence, Co. Fremont Lanes 108 W. Main Florence, Co. Florence Mortuary Mr. and Mrs. Frank Witty 120 N. Pikes Peak Florence Plumbing and Heating Contract Engineers G Service Repairs 124 E. Main St. Lancaster's Home Maintenance Paints-Heating-Flooring Elks Home 131 E. Front Florence, Co. Livingston-Tripp Real Estate 105 W. Main, Florence, Co. 784-6422 Fox Machine Shop 115 E. Front H.A. Fox, Owner Clarence W. John Insurance Agency Florence, Co. is:: Ray's TV and Electronics 127 E. Main Florence, Co. Polar King Drive-Inn Church and 2nd Florence, Co. Snyder Portraits 1224 S. 9th Canon City, Co. Pearson Jewelry 506 Main Canon City, Co. Hobbs Linoleum Carpet and Tile 325 Main, Canon City, Co. Daschner's Highway 50 West Canon City, Co. Gazette Telegraph 30 S. Prospect Colorado Springs, Co. Star Chieftain Journal 825 W. 6th Pueblo, Co. lX.i Colorado Centennial Patronage Advertisers C. E. Walker G Assoc. 107 S. 9th Canon City, Co. Maria's Mexican Food 2345 Fremont Dr. Canon City, Co. Vendetti's 208 Main Florence, Co. Roy's Tru Tread 1426 Royal Gorge Blvd. Canon City, Co. Double C Meat 1208 S. 9th Canon City, Co. Tub-O-Suds 109 Main Florence, Co. Portec, Inc. Industrial Park 275-7471 Rainbow Motel 720 Main Florence, Co. Conyo's Taco House 231 Main Florence, Co. People's Natural Gas 119 S. Pikes Peak Ave. Florence, Co. Kentucky Fried Chicken 1516 Main Canon City, Co. World of Variety 116 Main Florence, Co. Canon Market 201 N. 6th Canon City, Co. Beaver Park Texaco Penrose, Co. 784-9960 Ron's Midway Penrose, Co. 784-3279 Safeway Florence, Co. 81226 Cottage Studio Charles and Lucille Wolking Florence, Co. Owen's Upholstry 113 Main Florence, Co. Shaffer's Still 119i Main Florence, Co. Becker Typewriter Co. 424 Main Canon City, Co. Star Market 126 Main Florence, Co. Clothes Tree 923 Main Canon City, Co. Malt Shop 132 Main Florence, Co. J. C. Penney 510 Main Canon City, Co. James F. Roberts, D. D. S. 117 S. Pikes Peak Ave. Florence, Co. West Garden G Gift Shop 104 Sharon Drive Penrose, Co. Fashion Fabrics 624 Main Canon City, Co. Dorn's Standard Service Main G Maple Ave. Florence, Co. Ben Franklin Store 502 Main Canon City, Co. Wetmore Garage Wetmore, Co. 784-6635 Health Foods 1433 Main Canon City, Co. • Venzetti's Rockvale, Co. Kelley Jewelry 520 Main Canon City, Co. Acme Cleaners 111 Main Florence, Co. Patton's Jewelry 519 Main Canon City, Co. Eastern Fremont Co. Rec. Center 2312 Main Florence, Co. [ 1X7 Index Adams, Jim 84,132 Adams, Misty 124 Adamson, Dan 52,60,68,76,124 Addington, Brenda 132 Addington, Tom 124 Alire, Kim 95,98,111,112 Alire, Larry 57,68,71,76,124 Allen, Albert 116 Allen, Cindy 84,132 Allen, Creg 132,135 Alley, Ron 52,68,69,76,116 Alston, Sandra 93,124 Alvidrez, Lory 30,92,93,132 Alvidrez, Rosa 98 Ambrose, Wess 132 Anderson, Mike 93,132 Anderson, Nanette 51,93,67,124 Andreatta, Linda 51,67,92,95,116,192 Andreatta, Mark 71,94,132,137 Andrews, Bill 52,76,90,93,116 Andrews, Steve 132 Angel, Frank 93,124 Angel, Rosa 93,116 Ashby, Tammy 132 Austin, Mary 132 Avila, Louisa 84,85,132 Babcock, Floyd 116 BABITZ, BARTO 147 Baccarella, Kris 41,44,80,87,89,93, 94,95.116 Balliet, Lorn a 98 Baragar, Bruce 137 Baragar, Ray 71 Barnes, Debbie 81,132 Barnes, Nora 74,99,111,112,192 Barnes, Rita 124 Barnette, Kim 67,132 Barr, Bill 88,92,93,116,143,192 Barrows, Dorothy 50, 51,67,116 Barrows, Jim 52,58,76,124 Barrows, John 99 Barrows, Margaret 45,84,90,133 Bate, Julie 90,92,99,111,112 Batson, Mike 133 Batson, Steve 92,124 Baxley, Rick 74,76,94,99,111,112,142,192 Becco, Creg 133 Belarde, Carmen 95, 99, 111, 112 Benton, Eileen 99,111,112 Bernard, Margie 124 Berry, Susie 124 Betts, Ruby 67,133 Betts, Ruthie 129 Blankenship, Karen 116 Bodovinac, Toni 95,99 Boettler, Toby 124 Bohl, Jerry 116 Bond, Wanona 124 Boughner, Billie 86,133 Bowers, Larry 52,76,124 Bowers, Tamara 27,42,74,94,99,111,112,192 Bowie, Jim 38 , 56,57,58,60,61,68,76,99,111,112, 150 Bowie, Norman 57,68,76,116 Bowie, Ramona 125 Boyd, Darrel 100 Boyd, Debbie 125 Boyd, Laura 133 BOYD, ROXIE 145,146,155 Brack, Cathy 116 Brassea, Gayle 100 Brassea, Henry 71,125 Brassea, Mary 93,133 Brassea, Richard 125 Bray, Jackie 125 Brill, Dale 125 Breece, Cindy 100 Breece, Susan 133 Brewer, Lisa 66,67,85,133 Brown, Anna Jean 90,116 Brown, Cindy 116 Brown, Dora 100,192 Brown, Eric 125 Brown, Gaylene 133 Brown, Leonard 117 Brown, Linda 67,84,125 BROWN, MILDRED 146 Brown, Richard 133 Brown, Rodney 133 Brown, Ross 90,94,100, 111, 112 Brown, Sandra 100 Brown, Terry 52,76,125,126 Brown, Twyla 86,117 BRUNETTO, ALICE 86,146,155 BRUNETTO, JOE 144,155 Buchanan, Gerald 117 Beuno, Debbie 74,100,111, 112 Bueno, Patty 67,84,113 Bueno, Sandy 79, 93,125 Bufmack, Mike 137 BURLESON, RICHARD 52,76,155 Button, Kathy 29,86,90,117,145 Camerlo, Patty 80, 93,125 Campbell, Felita 90,117 Canchola, Chris 100 Canchola, Creg 52,76,100,111,112 Canchola, Juanita 85,133 Canchola, Sheri 87,117 Canchola, Trudie 84,125 Cardenas, Chris 84,125 Carlson, Diane 101 Carter, Gladie 86,93,125 Causey, Tami 86,117 Cheeck, Patsy 133 Chuculate, Ken 52, 53,60,68,76,125 Cicchi, RaeAnn85,117 Clark, Richard 84,92,93,125 Clark, Tenley 101 Cody, Erin 90,92,101,109 Colwell, Charlene 137 Combs, David 52 Conner, Brenda 125 Conover, Rusty 92,133 Cool, Rick 68,92,133 Cooper, Rhonda 51,67,133 Cordova, Daniel 125 Cordova, Joseph 52,55,76,101,111,112 Cordova, Pat 133 Cordova, Tina 84,125 Cornelia, Steve 71,94,133,135 Costello, Jenny 133 Cowden, Tamarah 93,101 Croope, Ron 133 Crossno, Sandy 125 Curtis, David 117 r l Dake, John 133 I I Dangel, Rhonda 67,117 Dangel, Russell 92,133 Daniels, Dale 101 Daniels, Diann 117 Daniels, Duane 125 Daniels, Jim 117 Daniels, Judy 101 Daniels, Marie 117 Darrow, Chris 93,133 Darrow, Elizabeth 102 Davis, Esther 102 Davis, Karrie 133 Davis, Kenny 125 De Angelo, Suzanne 84,125 DeHart, Lance 92,102,145 Del Duca, Carol 117 Del Due a, Cay 84,90,133 Demicell, A1 90,117 Demicell, Debbie 74,82,89,94,102,111,112 Demicel, Jim 60,65,76,87,92,125 Deppe, Jim 125 DeVor, Billy 133 DeVor, Susie 34,35,117 Diehl, Mary 125 DINO, FRANK 68,141,155 Dodge, Angie 67,89,94,124,125 Dodge, Bonnie 117 Downer, Shanda 133 Doxtater, Donna 66,67, 84,133 Drake, Shannon 84,134 Duncan, Gary 117 Duncan, Kathy 134 Duns moor, Doyle 134 Edmonds, Ivan 134 Elliott, Terry 67,74,75,79,95,102,111, 112,192 Ellis, Gayle 92,93,125 Ellis, Gerald 117 Errickson, Ruth 87,117 Esquibe 1, Benny 42,44,52,57,68,74,76,77,89,102, 111,112,192 Espinosa, Nova 117 Espinoza, Carla 134 Espinoza, Louise 92,117,143,192 Espinoza, Patty 92,125 Evans, David 102 Fabrizio, Lu Ann 42,44,46, 51,74,82,83, 94,95,102,111,112,142 Fabrizio, Tom 52,71,76,124,125,143 Falgien, Jill 91,126 Fall, Cheryl 126 Farmer, Alta 86,102,111,112 Farmer, Earl 103 Farmer, Patty 67,86,126 Faulkner, Regina 129 Faunce, Kelly 85, 92,134 Faunce, Stewart 57,84,92,117 Fields, Leora 134 Finney, Darrel 126 Finney, David 117 Fisk, Bill 76,103 Fitzwater, Jim 117 Fleshman, Phyllis 117 Fortner, Joseph 134 Fortner, Teresa 117 Fournier, Laurie 134 Foxall, Barbara 84,134 Freeman, Janet 89,103, 111, 112,192 Freeman, Vicotr 134 Call, Jonie 85,117,144 Gallardo, David 64,65, 76,117 Galpin, Mike 134 Galpin, Tony 103 Gamache, Pierre 47, 52,54,55,59,60,62,63,68,69, 74,76,77,92,93,103,111,112,150,151,154 Garcia, John 68 Garcia, Judy 82,84,89,126 Garcia, Steve 76,103 Garner, Iva 134 Gasser, Gary 52, 76,103 Gasser, Ron 134 Gierhart, Ron 118 Giesler, Jim 134 Giesler, Mike 52,103,145 Giesler, Pam 126 Gilbert, Linda 126 Goodall, Mark 65,134 Goodall, Suzi 27,28,50,51,67,89,94,95,118 Goodan, Debbie 126 Gray, Harry 57,76,84,92,93,118 Gray, Julie 80,85,126 CRIBBEN, TOM 60,62,68,155 Criebel, Mike 103 Griebel, Mitch 126 Grimshaw, Cindy 134 Grimshaw, Martha 92,126 Crisenti, Joe 118 Grubbs, Laray 118 Grubbs, Star la 134 H Hackett, Judy 118 Hand, Bob 89,90,92,93,94,118,143 Hand, Don 93,134 Handy, Cheryl 118 Harmes, Terry 104 Harris, Christa 66,67,134 Harvey, Brad 52,60,92,118 Harvey, Chris 92,126 Haskell, Robin 87,90,118 Hawks, John 118 Hazelton, Tammy 85,134 Henry, Mike 118 Herrera, Bernadine 67,92,93,134 Herrera, Gloria 51,84,85, 93,126 Hersch, Steve 118 Hinkle, Terry 92,93,134 Hinton, Jim 118 Hobbs, Carl 118 Honeycutt, Linda 86, 93,134 Honeycutt, Phyllis 86,92,118 Houston, Marvin 118 Houston, Melvin 118 Houston, Stan 126 Huston, Louise 67,94,126 Iovinella, Tom 92,134n S Jackson, Eugene 134,135 Jaquez, Henry 137 Johns, Vickie 87,118 Johnson, Doanld 52,55,76,118 Johnston, David 52,119 Jones, Dana 84,134 Jones, David 134,137 Jones, Diane 84,126 Jones, Kim 79,87,90,92,126 771 Kahle, Debbie 184 K Kahle, Mike 119 4 Kessler, Martin 52,126 Kiner, Debbie 119 Kiner, Pauline 93 King, Kelly 12,13,126 Kissell, Beth 126 Kissell, Beverly 134 Kline, Mark 127 Kline, Patti 47,51,67,104, 111, 112,150 Knisley, Sherrie 86,91,93,127 Koppenhaver, Jamie 127 Kosek, Paul 135 KRAMER, KATHLEEN 78,141,155 LaDuke, Becky 87,119 Lampton, Roger 137 Latimer, Violet 84,127 Laughlin, Jackie 84,92,135 Lawson,. Rick 58,127 Lennox, Cindy 51,91,95,119 LILLY, LYNDA 84,141,155 Limberis, Mike 119 Loeber, El wood 135 Loerzel, Kevin 135 Loomans, Leonard 92,93,104 Lopez, Cecilia 84,135 Lopez, Frank 68 Lovato, Kathy 82,84,93,127 Lozano, Joseph 52,53,60,61,62,71,76,104,111,112,150 Lozano, Tim 135 Lungren, Tuesday 67,84,86,87,124,126,127 Luther, Tammy 135 Macoskey, Mary 127 Magill, Charlotte 86, 93,135 Magill, Patricia 86,119 Maldonado, Louise 119 Mallow, Donna 119 Mann, Cloyce 104 Mares, Georgia 92 Mares, Lisa 84,135 Marlow, Mike 135 Marquez, Dannette 84,119 Marquez, Dorene 67,135 Marrs, Doug 104,111 Marrs, Rhonda 135 Martin, Dan 52,76,127 Martin, Glenn 127 Martin, Lorrie 119 Martin, Valorie 104 Martin, Vickie 104,111 Martinez, Annette 104 Martinez, Charlie 30,39,52,54,55,57,64,71,98,105, 150,151 Martinez, Larry 135 Martinez, Linda 105 Martinez, Rita 127 Mascitelli, Patty 31,91,92,93,95,105,113 Mata, Jeanette 84,135 Mata, Nick 57,59,62,71,76,119 Mata, Susan 84,127 Mathews, Joe 137 McCallister, Jeff 127 McCandless, Charlie 52,76,127 McChesney, Carl 119,144 McClain, Dan 52,76,127 McComb, Mike 68,135 McCormick, Pat 90,92,93,109 McCumber, Dave 127 McDowell, Vernon 135 McGINNESS, SHERRI 81,82,84,141,155 McKissack, Angie 84,86,94,127 McKissack, Roger 93,135 McKissack, James 105 Medina, Ben 45,68,135 Medrick, Gary 135 Mehring, Larry 137 MEIGS, BILL 68,149,155 Meigs, Cindy 119 MERRIAM, JOHN 52,60,71,155 Meyers, Debbie 27,84,135 Mieth, Lindsay 105,113 Miller, Betty 105 Miller, Dave 127 Miller, Grace 124,127 Miller, Robert 127 Miller, Roslyn 127 Miller, Susie 84,136 Miller, Tom 52,76,85,127 Mitchell, Deborah 136 Montgomery, Mike 136 Montoya, Loretta 105 MORELLI, FRANK 146,155 Mosley, John 60,68,76,105,113 Mowers, Mitchell 105 Munson, Lori 119 Munson, Sheryl 86,127 Munson, Tami 136 Myers, Jeff 68,135,136 Myers, Marcy 119 Nelson, Cecil 52,92,93,127 NELSON, DONNA 78,81,149,155 Oakes, Francine 127 Oakes, Rebecca 74,88,89,106,113,192 Oliver, Jim 30,52,68,69,76,106 Oliver, Phil 52,68,76,126,127 Olmen, Nancie 136 O'Neill, Tim 136 Orton, Jerry 106,107,113 ORTON, SANDRA 94,140,155 Palmer, Jane 50,51,67,136 Palmer, Stephen 74,106,113,192 Partida, Celia 67,136 Patch, Barbara 119 Paraday, Charlotte 119 Pennebaker, Cecil 68,84,93,136 Pennebaker, Kathy 119 Pickett, Laura 106 Pickett, Lisa 136 PIERCE, EDDIERAY 140 PIERZ, MARY 90,148,155 Pirraglia, Anthony 106,113 Pomeroy, Karen 86,127 Porter, Debbie 86,136 Porter, Mike 127 Porter, Tammy 86,127 Pounds, Kim 84,136 Pounds, Mark 119 Quilico, Jacquie 27,67,84,128 Quinn, Mary 136 Quintana, Joe 52,53,68,71,76 Quintana, Tom 57,71 Rains, Terry 128 Rathbun, Alan 136 Rathbun, Irwin 136 Rathbun, Jeff 128 Ratkovich, David 136,137 Rendon, David 52,76,128 Richards, Tony 106 Richey, Penny 128 Riggs, Linda 136 Riggs, Vickie 138 RINCWALD, DENNIS 140,141,155 Rix, Tami 82,83,89,106,113 Robb, Cary 45,136 Roberts, Karen 92,93,136 Roberts, Kristy 30,82,90,92,106,109,113,192 Roberts, Robbie 107 ROBERTS, VERNON 85,155 Robinson, Valerie 93,136 Rodarmel, Jim 128 Rodriquez, Philip 93,136 Rooks, Jimmy 136 RUNDLE, LOWELL 145,155 Sacco, David 136 Sanborn, John 71,136 Sanborn, Ray 76 Sand, Rusty 92,128 Sand, Rusty 92,128 Sapp, Regina 84,90,136 Saunders, Roberta 128 Schmidt, Peggy 29,41,67,79,92,107 Schumacher, Kathy 128 Schweighauser, Darrell 60,63,85,107,113 Sedillo, Damon 92,128 SERFOSS, JIM 87,155 Serviss, Nancy 92,93,136 Serviss, Robert 93,128 Shade, Tina 128 Shea, Russ 107,144 Sierka, Heidi 34,35,67,80 Sierka, Karl 68,136 Sierka, Tani 92,107,192 Simpson, Laura 92,93,136 Six, Tom 107 SMITH, CHARLES 146,155 Smith, Dave 137 Smith, Julie 82,89,95 Smith, Katherine 38,67,74,75,79,95,108,113,150, 151,192 Smith, Kerry 87,128 SMITH, MELVIN 52,65,70,71,148,155 Smith, Myron F. , Jr. 74,75,88,89,107,113,192 SMITH, PATRICK 52,65,155 Smith, Steve 64 Smith, Wanda 128 Smithey, Mark 89 Snell, Chester 76,93,128 Snell, Frank 137 Snook, Rose 137 Snyder, Albert 63,58,71 Snyder, Cora 45,84,90,137 Solano, Danny 84,89,90,92 Sothman, Tari 87 Spears, Pam 108 Spears, Tom 92 Sporcich, David 108,113 Sporcich, Betty 34,35 Spradley, Kriss 52,71,76,84,128 States, Bonnie 108,113 Stepleton, Myra 67,108 Stevens, Mary Ann 92,108 Storms, Neva 92,93 Sullinger, James 52,76 , 93,128 Sweats, Darris 137 Swope, Dean 128 Taylor, Pam 84,128 Tedesko, Tom 71,128 Tensley, Cindy 82,87 Thomas, Henry 108 Thomas, Mike 74,76,92,107,108,113 Thomas, Sheila 137 Tirrell, Chuck 103 Tonko, John 93 TORRI, SANDI 51,67,148 Trogden, Tom 128 Trujillo, Annette 51,84,137 Trujillo, Mike 57,68,76,143 Trujillo, Regina 26,31,109,113 Tyrrell, Ron 137 Utley, Pat 109 Vansyoc, David 68,84,90,92,93 Vansyoc, Ron 57,68,76,137 Vanwey, Wess 137 Vendetti, Cindy 87,128 Vendetti, Tom 135,137 Villagrana, Rick 31,52, 76,109,113 Villagrana, Tom 52,71,76,110,113 Viola, Rena 92,93,137 Walker, Debbie 87,89 Walker, Marty 93 Walker, Todd 93,128 Wands, Debbie 30,34,35,80,89 Wann, Byron 59,60,62,68,76,107,110,113,192 Waters, Richard 93,137 Weise, Cindy 51,67,89, 91,93,95 Weigel, Dora 110 Weigel, Jerry 52,68,129 West, Sharon 75,95,110,113,192 Whisler, Crystal 110,113 White, Holly 87,129 Whitlow, Paula 84,92,124,126,129 Widener, Peggy 91,93,94,143,192 Winningham, Jim 84,92 Winton, Susan 92,93,110 Williams, Kathy 84,137 Wilson, Bonnie 82,94,124,126,129 Wilson, Cary 137 WILSON, ROBERT L 74,89,155,192 Wollman, Adele 93,192 Wolverton, Tammy 110,113 Wright, Scott 129 Yellico, Robert 128 Yelton, Jim 137 1 Yeoman, Kelly 45,84,137 Young, Bobby 137 Youngblood, Cary 137 ZAMARRIPA, BEN 94,140 Zamarripa, Joni 51,67,90,92 Zehrung, Barbara 137 Ziolkowski, Micki 84,137 1976 fioberf Wilson Art AiUiisor Vernon Roberts (Co-HMtors Rebecca Oakes Myron F. Smith, Jr. 3lni ex lEintor Kristy Roberts Copy itor Terry Elliott Art Byron Wann, editor Pljotoprcipljy Steve Palmer, editor Robert L. Wilson Dora Brown Vernon Roberts Activities Tamara Bowers, editor Organisations Kathy Smith, editor Linda Andreatta Front Row: Rebecca Oakes, Linda Andreatta, Dora Brown, Tani Sierka, Sharon West, Kathy Smith, Terry Elliott, Kristy Roberts, Tamara Bowers. Back Row: Peggy Widener, Frank Smith, Rick Baxley, Bill Barr, Steve Palmer, Bennv Esquibel, Janet Freeman. Advisor, Mr. Rob Wilson, Julie Smith, Adele Wollman, Louise Espinoza, Nora Barnes. As the school year 1975-76 closes, so does the work on the Florence High School Husky yearbook. Remembering problems we solved, decisions we made, and the limes we had—fun, funny and otherwise—we can say it has been a year that will never be forgotten. Our staff has surpassed our highest expectations. However, without our advisor, Mr. Rob Wilson, this book would not be this fantastic. We mould like to thank these along with the many others who added so much to the Husky. With the price of oil skyrocketing, our advisor joined the rest of the world and bought a bug. His VW did not use much petroleum but his staff sure used a lot trying to make apparent its oil well theme. Our page number artwork is just one of the ways we tried to get the point across on oil consumption used by the nations of the world. The theme began with the second oldest oil well—the oldest operating well —in the U.S. as a reflection on the Colorado Centennial. It continues through the back cover inside end sheets. We hope our yearbook is a mark in history which causes everyone to remember a year that has been a prosperous, enjoyable and unforgettable one. Although oil in one day will become a thing of the past, it will hold this book together for an eternity. Classes Janet Freeman, editor Peggy Widener Julie Smith Louise Espinoza sports Benny Esquibel, editor Bill Barr Atoicrtisinp Nora Barnes, editor Rick Baxley Adele Wollman Academics Sharon West, editor The 1976 Colorado Centennial edition of the Husky holds an unending debt with many. The staff owes its deepest appreciation to the following contributors: Credits for photography: Robert B. Cruzen, the Florence Citizen; Robert Wood, the Canon City Daily Record; Joel Draut and Jim Jensen, the Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph. Credits for typesetting. and borders: Myron F. Smith,’ Sr., Master Printers, Canon City; Formatt, Inc., Denver. Credits for motif artwork: Brylcreem trademark, Beecham, Inc., Clifton, New Jersey. Credits for cover artwork: George Andreatta; Frank J. Grady, Deputy Secretary of the State of Colorado. Credits for reprinting rights: Colorado Headlines, United Banks of Colorado, Inc.; Colorado, LeRoy R. and Ann W. Hafen; The Story of Colorado, Arthur Chapman; The Historical Encyclopedia of Colorado (Vol. 1 and 2), published by the Colorado Historical Association and edited by Thomas S. Chamblin; and the Colorado Historical Society. Thank you from the Husky. 162