Bethel High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Bethel, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1973 volume:

BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL BETHEL, CONN. 1)6801 What is yesterday if we can never say Remember when? When we leave after graduation, we will be leaving many days and weeks behind us, all filled with memories. These are memories of friendship and laughter seasoned with the sadness and with the knowledge that each of us has grown in numerous ways. As the days and weeks rapidly become the past, we look hack on our days as high school students and we will remember. Our memories will he those of People, the people we knew as our friends. They have made an everlasting imprint on our lives. They have helped to mold us into what we are now and what we will become. They will be as much a part of our future as they were in the past and as they are in the present. Never will we be able to entirely forget our deepest friendships; as an aid to memory, we, the Class of 1973, dedicate our yearbook to the beauty of friendship and to the beautiful people we know as our friends. 2 DEDICATION and is found at I A unexpected times. Jf f It may begin the moment that we first share our thoughts with another... or find a helping hand or laugh together. FRIENDSHIP IS A SPECIAL FEELING 4 The more friends that we have, the fuller our lives become. As we progress we learn and play together and all the We begin school, small and uncertain of while we acquire new and fulfilling friendships, what is expected of us. We become older and more accustomed to the routine of education. And eventually combine the school and the family to form the basis of our social existence. We begin switching classes, and see our friends more often. High School, however, is not only measured by goodtimes, hut by learning. And the moments away from the classroom when friendships are cemented... ... away from the classroom where personal considerations replace the objective study of math, history, science, etc. 7 for the rest of our lives. 8 MAS CHA TABLE OF CONTENTS ADVERTISEMENTS Page 177 SENIORS..............Page 10 SPECIALTIES..........Page 74 FACULTY SPORTS ACTIVITIES .Page 160 Page 106 Page 140 ' -r UNDERCLASSMEN ........ Page 88 lyv AuL a 'ueuJ' jumA omAj oj woaau batuOto LoM . PAUL ALBERT “Paul” “Tomorrowyou may hear a new secret told or find a new friend and a warm hand to hold. ” Mary Lobcrg Always with Pancho ... one of the boys of the band ... doesn’t talk much, but you know he's there ... blondie ... Galaxie ... Band 1.2, Football 4. DEBORAH M. ALLEN “Debbie' “If I never loved. I never would have cried. ” MacDonald’s gang . . . POW-MIA . . . Smile, it only hurts for a second ... now you see her. now you don’t... Homecom- ing 2, Workstudy 4. Sr. Prom. GUY E. ALLEN “Guy” “Let us but will it, and we are free; and who. in the light of the past, dare doubt your purpose in the future. ” Tallahatchie ... always seen at Friendly's ... VW ... “What's homeroom?” ... frizzy blues ... seen with Hank ... “Seen any ghosts lately?” ... Texas, here I come ... Nice clock up there! ... Workstudy 2,3,4. 12 LINDA MARIE ARRUDA “Linda” ‘7 don 7 want to meet your kin, make you spin, or do you in, or select or reject you—All really want to do is. Baby, be friends with you! ” Bob Dylan Cute and petite... usually seen with Gayle ... “My nails are growing!” ... cosme- tology ... big brown eyes ... “I love my kitty!” ... fun. freedom and a good friend . .. sews well . . . “Anyone for a con- cert?”Freshman Car Wash, Homecoming 1.2.3, Cake Sale 2, Ring Dinner. Jr. Prom, Sr. Prom, Drama 2, Workstudy 4. Fresh- man Initiation 4, Student Council 1.4. LAURIE R. BENEDICT “Laurie” “ Wisdom—is as vast and ageless as the sea-but love and beauty reach beyond it's farthest shore. ” Always on a diet... soon to fly the friendly skies ... there when you need her ... “Ev- erybody’s going to the Prom!” ... friendly ... neat dresser... organizer ... new shag ... A.F.S. 1,2.3, secretary 4, Ring Commit- tee. Folksinging, Chorus. Jr.-Sr. Semi-for- mal, Jr. Show, Jr. Prom, Ecology Club 2. Experimental Teaching Club. Yearbook Staff, Sr. Prom. Sr. Play, Troupe 4. Homecoming 1.2,3,4. Head Start ’71. Initiation 4. ROBERT JAMES BOEST “Bob” “No martyr is among you now that you can call your own. So go on your wav accordingly and know you're not alone— Bob Dylan Check your footnotes ... little black Bug ... Frizzies ... brownie points from Mrs. Collins ... Bethel import from Housatonic Valley ... “W'hat's a bell?” 13 DONALD JOSEPH BOLSER “Don ‘7 am seeking only to face realities and to face them without soft concealments. ” Woodrow Wilson Camera nut... Mr. Blum's friend ... loves taking yearbook pictures ... has a thing about his blue shirt... one of the Bradlee's Bunch ... Drama 3, Photography 2,3,4. Reveille 3.4, Chairman Yearbook Pho- tography, A.V.A. 1,2. DANIEL F. BRAUN “Soul The most I can do for my friend is simply to be his friend. Mr. Forster Fan Club ... Long, blond hair... seen, sometimes... former resident of Angelo's ... “have you seen Robin lately? ... Freshman baseball, Workstudv 3.4, Ski Club 4. REBECCA J. BROWN “Becky” So dry your eyes and wipe all traces of tears from your face, for we are all departing guests and will meet again someday, until tomorrow...” Cyr Bruce ... 1st floor girls room ... “The Gang” ... always with Jan ... “Becky- Lou ... loves horses and being outdoors ... smile for everyone ... creative, her own self... SHARON BROWN “Sharon” “If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain; If I can ease one life the aching or cool one pain or help one fainting robin into his nest again. shall not have lived in vain. ” Emily Dickinson Talk, talk, talk ... “Mr. Proli, I don’t understand!” ... Madam Mouth ... always laughing . . . tears in Physics . .. good driver?? ... always there to lend a hand ... Band 1. Homecoming 2, Pep Club 2,3, Freshman Initiation 4, Sr. Play 4. CHRISTINE BUTTERY “Chris” “ You are you, and I am . Why don't we just stay that way. Import from Brian McMahon ... quiet ... short skirts? ... Malboro country resi- dent. 15 NANCY BULLARD “Nanc” ‘7 can resist anything except temptation. ” Glad you’re back ... Ripped Rider ... Spaced Cadet... watch out England—here she comes ... horses!!! ... “How ya doin’, kid?” Let’s skip ... which guy now?? ... Aw, who needs school? ... Homecoming 1,2, 3; Class President 2; Student Council 1, 2, 3; Ring Dinner 2. CATHARINE L. BURKE “Cathy” ‘7 regret that I am not as wise as the day I was born. ” Henry David Thoreau Pretty ... beautiful hair ... lots of fun ... Summer of ’72 ... ice cubes ... sly smile ... “I’m in trouble again ... a certain sophomore ... always smiling ... cheer- leading captain... blue maverick ... good driver ... “But why” ... Spain ... that voice!! ... loves football ... Mrs. Collins’ favorite student. Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 4; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 1, 4; Volleyball Manager 1; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal; Student Council 3. 4; Sr. Prom; Sr. Play; Yearbook; National Honor So- ciety 3, 4. BRIAN BURNS “Spider ‘7’m not lazy—I'm conserving my energy' for future use. Quiet ... always late ... never in school ... afternoons at Epicure ... seen working at Bethel Food ... loves Sociology?? always walking. DONALD BUTTENDORF “Don” “Serious but not too serious; shy but not too shy. ” Sharon ... football hero ... fast!?! ... quiet until you know him . . ‘King Pumpkin’ . . . “Is Sharon in the girls’ room?” ... flirt ... one of the sparrows ... Cape Cod ... Little match maker ... Remember that Mustang ... loves the Mafia ... remember the mash potato? Football 3, 4. STEPHEN R. BYXBEE “Bix” “ Why are we forever weaving new ties to bind us to the earth. ” Edith Sidebottom STOP! ... STOP! ... Physics clown ... seen with Ken and David ... seen going wild at lunch. Band 1, 2; D. E. Club 4; Initiation 4. MARGARET A. CARLSON “Margie” “ Where is the something Where is the someone That tells me why I live and die. ” Broadway play Hair One of the little people ... Art Room clan “Ripped Rider” ... Always seen with Linda ... “Anybody got a Kool?” ... believes in looking comfortable. Drama Club; Journalism; Student Council Trea- surer 4. LORRAINE J. CASS “Lorraine “It doesn't matter who you love or how you love but that you love. '' Rod McKuen Bernie ... McDonald’s ... Wedding Bells ... first floor girls’ room ... “The gang’’ ... seldom seen ... Julienda ... Race Freak ... ’57 Chevy ... nutty! ... always smiling ... petite ... ’64 Ford Wagon ... “The Barn” ... please don’t squeeze the chair- man ... “You know what?!!’’ CYNTHIA R. CHAPMAN “Cid” “Don't walk in front of me—I may not follow Don't walk behind me—I may not lead Walk beside me, and just be my friend. Camus Hangs out in the girls’ gym ... what ex- actly did you do in Rhode Island? ... a good friend ... devilish look in her eyes ... smart but sneaky ... very responsible ... always knows whats going on ... great hockey player... “Yes, dear.” Homecom- ing 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basket- ball 2, 3, 4; Softball 2, 3, 4; Hockey 3, 4; Tennis 1; Pep Club 1; Chorus 2; Li- brary aide; Jr. Show; Teacher’s Club 3; Graduation Marshall 3; Sr. play; Year- book co-editor; National Honor Society. WILLIAM C. CHEMERO “Billy” ‘7 laugh because I must not cry. Robin ... when you getting fired? ... cute ... underclass girls ... Honda Honey ... those hallway scenes ... that smile ... Pocono’s ... Gerties ... Party man ... curly ... Where did you sleep last? ... Jeffrey ... Michelle, Deb, Leann, and ... Good Screwball ... Apple wine with Deb and Bruce. Baseball 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal. STEPHANIE D. CHERRY “Steph” “A friend may often be found and lost, but an old friend never can be found and nature has provided that he cannot easily be lost. ” Samuel Johnson Occasionally abides by a bell... “Mama” ... always talking and laughing ... that laugh ... seen with Kathy ... Danbury ... “Hey Pickles”... “Stephanie don’t like this” ... Charles??? ... Cherry’s Record Shop ... never on time for anything!! ... Vice-President ... “Where’s Dave?” ... Happiness is—Stephanie’s mouth in mo- tion! HField Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Cheerleading 2; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4: Band majorette 3, 4; Class Secre- tary 2; Class Vice-President 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Show; Jr. Prom; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom; Yearbook; Future Teach- ing Club. DAWN E. CLARK “Twin” “I'm not necessarily the girl you think you see, whoever you want is exactly who I’m more than willing to be. ” Carly Simon One of those twins... shortee ... “Listen Honey” ... I’m not late Mr. Oshan!! ... One reason teachers retire STRANGELY CLEAR . . . CLEARLY STRANGE . . . O Boogers!! . . . “Full moons” ... “Vampire” ... Cheerleader?!? ... fashion show ... Who me—me? ... Ha Ha Ha ... Parloa in the rain! ... James ... Ice Cube... Innocent!!?? Cheerleading 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 4; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal; Jr. Show; Sr. Prom; Sr. Play; Yearbook. DONNA M. CLARK “Twin” “Dream on little Broomstick Cowboy Dream while you can For soon you 'll be a dreadful thing My son you 'll be a man. Bobby Goldsboro The other twin ... Serious??? ... look again ... better late than never... another reason teachers retire ... 4'10 heart ... very emotional ... Meckauer ... Here’s 1 partv Intellect?? ... Gary Jr. Cake sale 4; Jr. Show; Jr. Prom; Freshmen Initiation; Homecoming 4; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom. JOHN CLARK “Chris” Let each man exercise the art he knows. ” Aristophanes Usually seen with Dave and Karen ... always has a remark ... What a pitcher ... Miter Hunt, Miter Hunt ... quite a sense of humor. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basket- ball 2, 3, 4; Homecoming. MARGARET CONKLIN “Margaret” Yes think how very rich we are when all the best things in life are free. ” John Martin One of the Bradlees’ Bunch ... quiet until you know her ... friendly ... nice to ev- eryone. SHIRLEY CONKLIN “Shirley” The present interests me more than the past, and the future more than the present. ” Benjamin Disraeli Wedding Bells??? . . . rarely seen—in school or not. 20 LINDA E. COOPER “Linda” “Kindness is a language the deaf can hear and the dumb can understand. ” Anonymous Pretty ... quiet ... Spanish? ... nice hair . . . Chem whiz . . . Ceilia’s friend . . . beautiful personality ... easy to get along with ... nice smile. Yearbook; Sc. Play. PAMELA L. COYLE “Pam” “Sometimes I must laugh, just to keep from crying. ” Abe Lincoln Gil ... always there, invited or not “You know, I’ve decided to stop smoking” ... “Anybody got a cigarette?” ... Ger- many for a year ... second floor girls’ room ... older guys ... dizzy ... nice clothes ... seen at Friendly’s. Volleyball 1; Drama Club; Cheerleading 2; D. E. Club 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Home- coming; OJT. DEBORAH A. CROWELL “Debbie” “Keep on asking, and it will be given you; Keep on seeking and you will find; Keep on knocking and it will be opened to you. ” Matthew 7;7 One of the Friendly’s girls ... those Al- gebra Classes ... hand motions ... “Is my hair frizzy?” ... “What's a dress?” .. Tomorrow I start my diet!” ... one of the nose trio ... fun to be with Blonde hair?? ... football players . . Wow!! . pretty. Ring Dinner 2; Homecoming 3. 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Junior Show; Fresh- men Initiation 4; Sr. Prom; Yearbook. 21 JOHN F. CROWLEY “J. B.” “He is free who lives as he chooses. ” Anonymous Music!!! ... great dancer ... Bradlees’ Bunch ... The one with the big mouth?!! ... nice eyes ... always bumming ciga- rettes ... a loner??... serious... Newtown friends ... “Jack” ... sometimes seen in school. Wrestling 1, 2. DOREEN A. CRUTHERS “Doreen” “Love understands love; it needs no talk. ” F. R. Havergall The Bad Influence ... Purple V.W.... her own apartment ... interior decorator ... Love Peace ... seen with Holly ... trips to the Cape ... Volleyball lover... “Can’t wait till we’re out of this place” ... Gym class dictionary ... ketchup on everything. Jr. Show; Pep Club 3; Cake Sale; Home- coming 4; Freshmen initiation 4; Year- book. FRANCIS DALY “Hank” “Men of few words are the best men. ” Shakespeare Teri, Teri ... member of AA ... always seen with Jimmy, Kevin, and Guy ... “You guys want to go to the city?” . ‘Hank the Crank’ ... always goofing on people ... Juicy Lucy ... seen playing cards ... Schaefer ... “Herman, come home”. . .The Bam. . .Tallahatchie. Band 3,4; Indoor Track 1; Student Coun- cil 3; Ski Club 3, 4. SUSAN A. DARDIS “Dart” “Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got till its gone. ’’ Joni Mitchell U. S. History fan ... McDonald’s ... an- other car? ... nice eyes ... Mark?!? ... ‘Sue Who’ ... nice clothes ... chapter of her life history in homeroom ... re- member Oscar? ... second half of the Bert and Ernie duo ... Chooch!! ... What ever happened to Mary Al? ... those Danbury guys!! ... Earl’s idol. Pep Club 1; Home- coming 1, 2, 3, 4; Informal dances 1, 2, 3; Ring Dinner 2; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Vice-President 2; Class Pres- ident 3; Class Treasurer 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal 3; Cake Sale 4; Senior Play; Se- nior Prom; Work Study 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook 4. SANDRA E. DAVID “Sandy” ‘7 believe in the sun even when it is not shining I believe in love even when I am alone I believe in God even when he is silent. ” Unknown Seen with Edie ... and Casey ... and Mary Jane ... Jimmy, Jimmy ... Member of Forster Fan Club; Senior Prom 4; Jr.- Sr. Semi-Formal 3; Pep Club. CECILIA DEAR “Cecilia” “Mine is the world; free as the air ...” Jose De Espronceda Justin ... Can you speak Norwegian?? ... senior year in Norway ... very smart ... likes West Point ... Ecologist ... loves nature ... t-shirts ... macramd. AFS; Na- tu'rul Honor Society 3,4; Chorus; Student Council. 23 MARCO A. DELIMA “Crash” “The man on the bike that didn't make it around the corner is a member of the Stoney Hill Gang. ” Splash!! ... watch that car ... from Rio ... airhoms ... Narco ... Big Blast, Oct. 71... ditch that bike ... Brazil wants him ... seen on trails. Freshman Football; Football 2, 3; Student Council 1; Band. MARIANNE R. DESANTIS “Marianne” ‘77 make my joy a secret thing; My face shall wear a mask of care. ” William Henry Davies “Hey Paisano!” . . . brownie Club . . . pretty eyes ... friendly ... loves Spanish? ... “Oh Bull Dinky” ... always combing her hair... “I’m depressed” ... thoughtful ... “Sorry no gum or pens today, David” ... Math whiz ... “Oh Well” ... Spain. Ecology Club 1, 2; Homecoming 2, 3, 4; Cake Sale 3; Teaching Club 2, 3, 4; Na- tional Honor Society 3,4; Yearbook Sales Chairman; Jr. Show 3; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom; Pep Club Treasurer 3; Graduation Mar- shall 3. RICHARD DICKINSON “Rich” “The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it. ” Oscar Wilde Steady tennis player ... English Drug ... sometimes quiet, but not that often. Tennis 3, 4. ■■■■■ JANE R. DIDATO “Jane” “Every man '.s life is a fairy tale written by God's fingers. Ronnie ... friendly waitress ... nice smile ... good cheerleader ... pretty ... sweet and innocent?? ... Motorcycle Mama ... “1 don’t believe it” ... late-but she gets there. Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 1; Girls Track 2; Workstudy 3; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Yearbook Staff; Senior Prom; Freshman Initiation; Field Hockey 2. ROSEANN C. DIMATTEO “Ro” “Time is not measured by the passing of the years, but by what one does, what one feels, and what one achieves. ” Jawaharlal Nehru Youngest in the class ... skipped a grade ... longs for Brooklyn ... one of the Secret Spies ... always seen with Sue and Pat ... involved in class activities ... distinc- tive laugh ... part of the brownie society ... good sense of humor ... smart. Jr.-Sr. Semi-formal 3; Float 3, 4; Junior Show; Yearbook Business Manager 4; BHS Bul- letin 3,4; AFS 3,4; National Honor Soci- ety; Cake Sale 3. CALLIE DIXON “Callie” “Love means never having to say you're sorry. Wedding bells in July ... Acting School ... seen with Steph ... Danbury girl ... Bobby Budd’s buddy ... Mannikin ... member of Forster Fan Club. Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Junior Show; Junior Prom; Troupe; Senior Prom. 25 MAUREEN DOWNES “Maureen” “Just because 1 don 7 say much doesn 7 mean I have nothing to say. ” Always reading ... red nail polish ... Calvin ... sketches ... disagreements with Callie ... seen in the library ... lends out her make-up ... second floor girls’ room ... fond of poetry. MARIE P. DWYER “Marie” “Life is not to condemn But to rise and live. ” MPD Stamford or Bethel?? ... Jimmy ... Cana- da ... always seen with Linda, Jana, Sue, and Val ... “Stop” ... loves traveling, music, and poetry ... AA member in good standing ... “Be nice” ... loves to eat and sleep ... where’s Tallahatchie? ... take it easy ... “Have a good time” ... enjoys her Shaefer and wine ... “Hey moron” ... “Hey Ugly!!! Student Council 3; Jr. Prom; Homecoming 3; Curriculum Com- mittee 3, 4; Sr. Prom. JAIME ECHEVERRY “Jaime” “You will become as small as your controlling desire; as great as your dominant aspiration. ” James Allen Ilane ... Oh that accent!! ... always hav- ing a good time ... icomo esti usted? ... What a tease!! ... always dresses neatly ... forever talking. KEVIN J. ELY “Tex” “He who believes in nothing still needs a girl to believe in him. ” Eugen Rosenstock—Huessy Kim, Kim, and Kim ... black VW ... pool parties ... nice manners ... make those cartons!! ... Martha Marble Fan Club ... whipped!! ... “Bwwee” ... Eggs 72 ... friendly ... football captain ... Artesian Well?? ... Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2; Baseball 2; Freshman Class Pres- ident; Student Council 1; Jr. Show; Na- tional Honor Society 3, 4. it LINDA L. FANCHER “Lindy-Lou” “Do you not know that I am a woman? When I think, I must speak. ” Shakespeare Gary ... Gary ... Gary ... lots of laughs ... a Danbury girl at heart... Blonde hair blue eyes ... theatrical career ... tennis buff?? ... Dirtbag II ... “Don’t make me laugh!” ... nice clothes ... always has money ... TALL ... a friend to all ... Gary, Gary, Gary ... Hamburger, french fries, and root beer. Journalism 1; Home- coming 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom; Senior Prom; Yearbook Staff; Pep Club 1, 2; Work Study 4. NANCY LYNNE FAUST “Vamps” “Happiness is a habit—cultivate it. ” Elbert Hubbard (1856-1915) Epigrams Nice Voice ... what do you do on those camping trips?? ... PE gang .. Look out everybody, it’s a full moon!! ... Quiet?? ... that Nancy laugh ... chuckles... Doug ... fun to be with ... sincere ... another one of the nose trio ... plays guitar just like ringing a bell ... calculus ... what’s that?? ... “That guy with the maroon jacket blowing his nose.” Field Hockey 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2,3; Folksinging Club 2; Student Council 2; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Voice Ensemble 4; Southwestern Divisional Chorus 2, 3, 4; All Conn. State Chorus 3,4; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Sophomore Ring dinner; Junior Show; Freshmen Initiation; Senior Play; Senior Prom; Yearbook; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal. 27 ROBERT W. FERGUSON “Rob” “Crimson sunburst, cold starshine When night wayfaring means tightening a cloak. While the sleeping ones closen their souls. Ah, there is where I belong, On misty mornings with warm light on my shoulder And resilient laughter for companionship. ” RWF Holly ... quiet ... forever mumbling ... just washed my hair and ... great bird calls ... attends class occassionally. Freshman football; Cross Country; Ecology Club. LUCIANA FERRARI “Lucy” Field Hockey; Tennis; Volleyball; Home- coming; Journalism. F. G. B. Italy’s loss ... Physics class ... field hock- ey!?! ... our AFS Student... I don’t speak English” ... always smiling ... seen with Marietta ... nice personality. A. F. S.; “Un anno 2 lungo ... e corto” JAMES M. FORMAN “Jimmy” “Thus let me live unseen, unknown; Thus unlamented let me die. Steal from the world, and not a stone Tell where I lie. ” Alexander Pope Marie ... always smiling ... twinkling eyes ... loves those trips to Derby ... “Henry” ... member of AA ... “Ya wanna run it, Mitch?” ... “Hey, gotta smoke?” ... enjoys his J B ... Schaefer ... “Florida, here I come” ... Chevy ... The Bandaid Man ... Tallahatchie. Homecoming 3; Jr. Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Show. 28 MARY FRANC “Mary” “Strange how much you’ve got to know, before you know how little you know. ” Unknown Horses, horses, horses!! ... quiet... riding lessons ... always keeps her cool ... Re- member Mr. Burak’s class?? ... that mis- pronounced last name ... “I hate gym” ... “That’s stupid”. Pep Club 3; Yearbook 4. PETER A. FRANCIS “Pete” “Success rarely brings satisfaction. ” Baltasar Gracian Captain, Animal, Kawasaki 500 ... VW formula V ... quiet ... nice dresser ... hockey freak ... dedicated football player. Homecoming 2, 3, 4; Ice Hockey 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Football Captain 4; Na- tional Honor Society 3, 4; Semi-Formal. GREG FRANCISCO “Greg” If I do not believe as you believe, it proves that you do not believe as I believe, and this is all that it proves. ” Thomas Paine One of the Friendly’s Gang ... always being goofed on ... always bumming cig- arettes ... and money ... “Aw, come on” ... Eagle Pencil Man ... a blue and white Van. 29 ARTHUR J. FRANCO “Porkchop” The only reward of virtue is virtue; the only way to have a friend is to be one. ” Emerson Great kid to know ... Roadster ... Engi- neering ... Pork Chop ... Kawasaki ... Shades and Leather Jacket . . . always wears a smile ... AVA man ... a great animal lover ... What a Flirt!!! ... friend to all ... always seen with freshmen girls. Student Council 1; AVA 1, 2, 3, 4; Foot- ball 3; Photography 3; Reveille 4. JEFFREY L. FRANTZ “JelT “There's elation in winning, resolution in losing. Two emotions any man would want. ” Vince Lombardi Sue ... “I’m mad at you!” ... What’s a Hillman?? ... likes basketball ... friend to all... Martha Marble Fan Club ... Uncle George ... Eggs '12 ... Pee Wee. Football 4; Baseball 2; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Home- coming 2, 3; Jr. Prom 3; Jr. Show; Senior Play; Senior Prom. PAUL GABRIELSON “Paul” “ You can be the Devil You can be the Savior You can t really tell By the way of your behavior. ” Alice Cooper Art Clan ... Mrs. Collins’ buddy ... vo- cabulary plus... Hand-me-down from ’72. 30 ANN MARIE GAFFNEY “Ann” “ You can call for peace, as loudly as you wish, but where there is no brotherhood, there can in the end be no peace. ” Max Lemer Yellow Duster... loves gym!?! ... ski bum ... good things come in small packages ... McDonald’s freak!! ... usually seen with Jan ... Cape Cod ... camping girl ... M. G.? Pep Club 1; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Jr. Show;.Initiation 4; Yearbook. JOHN GANLEY “John” “If they give you ruled paper, write the other way. ” William Ram6n Jimenez Junior Show Star?? ... Hillbilly ... Hot Motorcycle ... leather jacket ... Honda Man. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; AVA 2; Junior Show; Ski Club 3. BRENDA D. GAYLORD “Broomhilda” “Run wild Run free Nothing in the world bothers me. ” Unknown Boyfriend? ... Is it Monday or Tuesday? ... always seen with Ten or Mary Jane ... where are the boys??? ... LOUD ... The Gang ... DE ... (Baby Face)... New Haven ... “You’re cheating on me!!” ... nutty ... outspoken ... first floor girls’ room . . . “shaggy dog” . . . remember Friendlys and the bottle!!! Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal 3; Jr. Prom; Jr. Show; Sr. Prom; Pep Club 2. 31 FRANK GONZALEZ “Frank “ You are what you are. ” Stephen Still Speedy ... Art Room Freak ... “Stev Gunn you’re slightly nuts.” ... great artis KATHLEEN A. GEBERT “Grub” “ Take love away from life and you take away it’s pleasures. ” Moliere “Denny” look in Tony’s John!!... “What about those Canadians?” ... “How’s about Florida?” ... “Oh, that popcorn” ... full moon ... Bonanza ... “Guess who visited me?” ... seen with Dawn......sleeping in the road. Student Council 1; Car Wash 1; Future Nurses Club 1; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 3, 4; Initiation 4; Junior Show; Junior Prom; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom. DENNIS E. GEREG “Quiet one. ” Hard to find in school?? ... quiet. ALLISON GOULD “Allison” “Listen, look, and be silent, if you wish to live in peace. College Algebra class ... intelligent ... carries all her books with her ... her laugh. NANCY L. GRISWOLD “Nanc” In quietness and confidence shall be your strength. ” Old Testament: Isaiah, XXX, 15 “Aldren” ... quiet? ... Kresges, ugh ... “I hate to get up in the morning!” ... Ver- mont ... “O’ Boy” ... Norwalk ... good friend ... shortie ... pretty hair ... loves those double labs in chemistry!!! Home- coming 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Yearbook; Future Nursing Club 1; Stu- dent Council 1; Freshman Initiation 4; Junior Show; Car Wash 1. SUSAN HANSEN “Sue” My eyes may sometimes wander, I may look at someone else, for I am a happy child, and no one owns me but myself ” SCH Pretty hair ... nice clothes ... “I’m staying out of it” ... can she talk!?! ... one of those cheerleaders ... and those Barlow boys!! ... innocent?!? ... New York ... friend to all ... school gossip!! ... what’s behind the mirrors in New York?... Loves Mr. Green. Jr. Show; Freshmen Initiation; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom; Student Council 4; Cheerleading 2, 4; Sr. Cake Sale; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Revitaliza- tion Corps. RONALD E. HAWLEY “Ronnie” “ Who is it that can tell me who I am. ” Shakespeare Quiet ... good friend to have ... rarely seen, in school or not... cafeteria sleeper. GARY S. HENRY “Huck” “The people have nothing to do with the laws but to obey them. ” Bishop Samuel Horsley Car Club . . . seen with Coley . . . not around much ... visits BHS ... Workstudy. Reveille 3; Workstudy. RICHARD D. HILTON “Slang” “Together we shall save our planet, or together we shall perish in its flames. ” John F. Kennedy Lorraine ... E-rrah ... Jim Bowie ... Yea we ah ... The Wheel ... aw. I don’t want to go to work today ... Green Mustang ... always powerbreaking... hockey jacket ... Hey Nega ... Little Chef... Zeke’s twin ... Libby’s love ... Little Rubber Boaty ... Martha Marble Fan Club. Ice Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming 3, 4; Advanced Science Submarine 4. 34 WARREN D. HOPKINS “Warren” Do not turn back when you are just at the goal. ” Plutarch Track Man ... quiet ... smart ... “I’m sorry, Mrs. Mannion, but I’m right” ... always where he’s supposed to be. Out- door track 3, 4. ROBERT J. HORNAK “Blobczeck” Silver Lake was the backdrop For those who could still live. Love and Live were the only rules No one takes, everyone gives. ” Tom Law Big ... purple ... wild shirts ... Hey, Hey, Hey. Freshman Football; Football 3; Hockey 3 (Manager 4); Outdoor track 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama 4. LORNA HORSBOURGH “Loma” Love is sweet, given or returned ” Shelley Richard ... England Swings ... crash diets ... Where ya get that accent? ... artistic talent ... Kathy’s new sister ... 60 words a minute? ... a bonnet? .. . “Football makes no sense.” ... Trick or Treat. 35 JOHN M. HRUCH “Surfer” 7 never think of the future. It comes soon enough. ” Albert Einstein Kathy ... Surfer ... Mr. Coordination ... Basketball ... football ... “I don’t know” ... accident prone ... “Billy Truaz” ... Look out Mark!!! ... Martha Marble Fan Club ... Yup, Yup. Football 1, 3, 4; Base- ball 2, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Homecoming 2,3,4; Jr. Show; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom. TERI A. HUGYO “Ten” ‘7 must leave now, but I really hope to see you tomorrow. ” Jimi Hendrix Kenny ... baggy pants ... “Where are the boys??” ... first floor girls’ room ... ‘The Gang’... what a laugh ... loud ... Scamp r t ... dare devil ... Hugyo-a-go-go ... outspoken ... her dreams of a black Che- velle ... always with Brenda ... “Debbie, did Kenny say anything about me?” Freshman Initiation; DE 3,4; Senior Play Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal 3; Junior Prom; Jun ior Show Chairman; Homecoming 3; Se nior Prom. DAVID C. HUNT “Dave” “Frustration is commonly the difference between what you would like to be and what you are willing to sacrifice to become what you would like to be. ” Sydney J. Harris Never in school ... quiet ... quiet ... a working man. Drama Club; Work Study. 36 PAUL M. HUNT “Paul” ‘7 have only one life to live, and 1 shall live it with Gusto, and Root Beer.” Quiet ... The Beatles ... seen with Bill ... a Bradlee’s man—what happened to the First National? LORAINE M. IRWIN “Raine” “The grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for. ” Joseph Addison Seen with Donna ... or Cindy ... quiet but very nice ... future model... Caldor’s ... “hi” to everybody. Pep Club 3; Fresh- man Initiation 4; Homecoming 4; Year- book. ALAN B. JOHNSON “Alan” ‘7 sit beside my lonely fire, and pray for wisdom—For calmness to remember, and courage to forget. ” Charles Hamilton Aide Great cartoonest!!! ... Who’s under that wildcat? ... always seen with the under- class girls ... very, very friendly ... good actor. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Cross Country 2; Track 3; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Stu- dent Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Drama 1, 2, 3, 4. 37 LARRY JOHNSON Larry” “Nothing can harm a good man, either in life or after death. ” Sacrates Black Power ... Oh those clothes ... good kid ... always a good kid ... rarely seen ... nice dresser. Football 2, 3. PAUL JONES “Jonesy” Debbie, Debbie, Debbie ... Oh those hallway scenes ... best stripper at BHS ... Quiet?? ... music, music, and more music ... Mr. Forster’s Pet??? ... goes animal??? ... One of the fleabag brothers ... good actor ... good bass player ... sensitive ... aw, isn’t he cute ... so cuddly . . . SHUT-UP” . . . number one Brat. Troupe 3; Football 1, 2; Homecoming 1, 2, 3. BERNARD KAVALL Bemie” “The Art of living consists in knowing which impulses to obey and which must be made to obey. ” S. Harris Jo-anne ... nice eyes ... crazy ... Green Monster? ... Where’s the party?? ... Good Driver!! ... sober on?? CHRISTINE KEAVENY “Chris” “ We are stardust We are golden We’ve got to get ourselves Back into the garden. ” Joni Mitchell Bradlees’ bunch ... what happens when your parents go away for a week ... hon- orary member of Mountain Pond Club ... rarely completes a full day of school ... Don’t you ever grow? ... Rex. RAYMOND KEOUGH “Ray” “He who travels alone, travels farthest. ” Good natured ... Hey, how’s it going ... Tony’s right hand man ... Ice Hockey freak ... Mr. DeMille’s pet ... easy to get along with ... future bookkeeper ... ex- cellent driver??? LINDA KESSLER “Linda” “Take life easy; Take it as it comes, Specialize in having fun. ” Jim Morrison Norbie ... one of the friendly Friendly’s Girls ... “Linda, if you didn’t get and you got, what would?” ... always seen with Marie ... give me a stool ... “Hey Czup Dwyer” ... Tallahatchie ... “Any Schaefer left” ... member of AA. Jr. Prom; Sr. Prom. 39 KATHRYN S. KIDD “Kathy” “The love in your heart wasn’t put there to stay; Love isn’t love ’tillyou give it away. ” Unknown Girls’ locker room ... SCSC bound ... clothes freak ... pants? ... never ... When in doubt—fake it ... 11 o’clock curfew ... new pool ... big brown eyes ... “I’m going to the Doctor” .. . everyone over my house!!... blusher... Southern hospitality ... car lover ... willing to help ... cheer- leader. Student Council 1; Field Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Voleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Exp. Teachers 3; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Junior Prom Chairman; Queen of Junior Prom; Jr. Show; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum Major 2, 3, 4; Folksinging 2; Class Secre- tary 4; Ring Dinner 2; Freshman Initia- tion 4; Sr. Prom; Sr. Play; National Honor Society 3. 4. FRANK W. KOVACS “Animal” “ There are some things that cannot be learned quickly, and time, which is all we have must be paid heavily for their acquiring. They are the simplest things and because it takes a man’s life to know them the little new that each man gets from life is very costly and the only heritage he has to leave. ’’ Ernest Hemingway El Presidente ... quiet ... polite ... Eat your lunch and maybe someday ... Art Room ... music ... Alice Cooper ... loves ... sense of humor. Baseball 2,3,4; Basket- ball 2, 3, 4; Homecoming. Giants ... Tim Rassonich ... Spain ... enjoys a good joke and never hesitates to tell one ... White shoes brother. Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council President 4; Senior Play; Drama 4. JODY A. KOWALKOWSKI “Jode” “Let there be many windows in your soul, that all the glory of the universe may beautify it. ’’ Ella Wheeler Wilcox A certain senior guy ... very pretty ... nice clothes ... “I don’t want to take my coat off’... forgiving ... beautiful eyes ... nice smile ... friendly ... eager ... ready for fun ... hates liquor? ... remember those parties ... Curfew? ... Timmy. Homecom- ing 1, 2, 3,4; Homecoming Queen 4; Jr-Sr Semi-Formal; Workstudy4; Jr. Prom; Ski Club; Sr. Prom. THEODORE E. KROMPINGER ‘Teddy” “Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood. ” When was your last dive, Ted? ... one of the partying gang ... fountain ... re- member the catfish ... Pontiac Power ... Hey Ernie ... Immaculate admirer... Hey Babes. Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 3, 4; Workstudy 3, 4. WAYNE LABARRE “Wayne” “He who says what he likes, hears what he does not like. ” Cowles Mr. Golob’s pet ... small but mighty ... Intramural basketball . . . One of the Bradlees’ Bunch??? DEBRA A. LASELVA “Debbie” If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music he hears, however measured or far away. ” Henry David Thoreau Paul, Paul ... Hey, Somebody wants you Yes, Deb, you do have to go to Al- gebra!! ... “Do I look Bad?” ... But, Mr. Porster ... out for a little fun ... I hear tedding bells... “Yeah, well uh”... What -1 flirt ... another of the nose trio ... al- together beautiful ... 2 o’clock meetings • apple wine with Chemero Strolin That’s what I said” ... Nothing ... the meat man?? Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Stu- dent Council 1, 4; Jr. Show 3; Freshman Initiation Chairman 4; Yearbook 4; Se- nior Play. JANICE M. LAUF “Jan” “By the way we live in our confusion A nd the way that we misspend our youth. By the time we're stripped of our illusions We may find illusions are the truth. James Griffin Robb Royer Dennis ... Bradlees ... seen with Sharon or Ann ... history lover??? ... two milks with her lunch ... Elvis Presley ... Wed- ding Bells... Tall... weekends and Dennis ... those earrings ... Cape Cod. Pep Club 1, 2; Field Hockey 2; Volleyball 2; Rev- eille Staff 3; Yearbook 4; Senior Prom 4; Homecoming 4. KATHLEEN A. LAWLOR “Kathy” “Remembrance is the only paradise out of which We cannot be driven. ” Anonymous Kevin ... red camaro ... pretty eyes ... Tootsie ... innocent plus?? ... always so dam calm! ... racing stripes down her head ... Sherwood Isle ... Michelle’s co- partner in crime ... Wait!!! Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Show; Junior Prom; Yearbook; Freshman Initiation; Sopho- more Ring Dinner; D. E. 1. RICHARD L. LINDEBORN “Rich” “No one is perfect, but making every effort to be perfect, and trying as hard as you can, that's what life's all about. ' Mike Oshan Sue... nice eyes... flirt... Mr. Pellegrino’s aggravation ... hates the word ‘dues’ loves football ... coach Oshan is his idol ... dimples ... nice looking ... remember he’s a senior. Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 2; Basketball Mgr. 3; Homecoming 1, 2, 3; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom; Sr. Prom. I DAVID C. LOSITO “Dave” “There is only one success—to be able to live your life in your own way. ” Christopher Morley New face in town ... nice dresser ... cute- ness plus ... Kathy’s new idol ... Rizzo Electric ... likes to work on the car ... What a hunk! . .. too bad Danbury!! Freshmen Football; Intramural Basket- ball 2; Workstudy 4. NORMA A. LUCENTE “Norm” A long life may not be good enough, But a good life is long enough. ” Benjamin Franklin Member of Friendly’s girls ... Hey Norm, where did you get that laugh?? ... What’s so interesting about Redding?? ... would you stop!!... friendly ... funny ... I’d rate him a 10 ... wow ... nostalgic ... Old movie freak ... remember Ruth Buzzy. Junior Show; Student Council 4; Pep Club 1, 2; Homecoming I. 2, 3, 4; Majorette 3, 4; Ring Dinner 2; Junior Prom; Junior Show; Senior Prom; Drama 4; Sr. Play; Chorus 3; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal. UDIJA LUKIC “Lidija” “ To the depth of my soul there is a work less song. ” “U dubini moje duse je pesma bezre i. ” Kahlil Gibran Always smiling... pretty ... Burger Queen • from Belgrade to Bethel... “What does this mean?” ... “Come on you guys” ... yellow ... nice dresser... “Crazy!”... craft class ... American guys ... peanut butter and applesauce—together! ... “Trick or treat” ... enjoys basketball ... champion ‘spoon’ player ... loves rice. AFS; Home- coming 4. KENNETH LYNCH “Ken” “Life is just one damn thing after another. ” Elbert Hubbard Quiet ... rarely seen ... back row in St. Mary’s ... Car Club. WorkStudy 3, 4; Reveille 3, 4. GAIL LYSOBEY “Gail” “Music is the shorthand of emotion. ” Tolstoy Art room ... Ripped Riders ... “Oh, sure, fine” ... politics ... very artistic. Drama 2; Reveille 2; Curriculum Study Commit- tee 4; Moratorium 1. 2, 3; Student Strike Spring 1970. DEBORAH A. MACKENZIE “Deb” “Each minute that passes gives strength to the hour. Each day of my life gives strength to my future. ” DAM Paul ... cute and petite ... good things come in small packages ... great sense of humor ... seen around town in the great white hope ... beautiful clothes ... Noe’s special Tabu ... Who drives the red van, Deb? ... always on the go and willing to help ... Spain ... Tuck a treating with Kathy. Homecoming 2,3,4; Homecoming Queen 2; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom; Student Council 2, 3,4; Yearbook Editor; Sr. Play; Sr. Prom; International Set 4. 44 SUSAN G. MARCHISIO “Sue” “Take a look at the world and the state its in today. This is our world can 7 you see? Let’s put our love together and let’s live and be free. ” Jimmy Cliff Cheese ... Class President... nice dresser ... those Maine men ... “Hey, anybody want to” ... those summer nights ... The Hot Rock ... Beautiful Hair ... dependa- ble ... those class meetings ... look out Maine, here she comes. Senior class pres- ident; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Car Wash; Informal dance 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom Co-chairman; In- itiation 4; Senior movies; Senior Prom; Senior Play. FRED MARINELLI “Fred” ‘7 was able to grin, no matter what took place. ” Spiro T. Agnew Member of the First National conspiracy ... Shell ... Chevy man ... Hey Fred! ... Lunch at McDonald’s. CHRISTIE MARSTON “Chris” “All the world is but a stage; the people merely players. ’’ W. Shakespeare Horses ... always late ... “don’t get all emotional” ... indifferent... drops in late ... then leaves early ... wild driver ... Alan. Drama Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Reveille 2; Homecoming 2; Jr. Show Chairman; Se- nior Prom; Yearbook. 45 ROBERT MATTA “Bob” ‘7 never know how, when, or why sometimes. I just go on. ” Good kid ... sometimes quiet ... good friend to have. Football 3, 4. JANICE MCCARTHY “Jan” “ When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. ” Notes in Sociology ... Mark ... Strawberry Hill forever ... Oh, those parties ... every- one into the pool ... come one day, skip three ... seen with Chris and Marcia. Homecoming 1, 2, 3. JAMES MCLEAN “Jimmy” “Strike from mankind the principle of faith and men would have no more history than a flock of sheep. ” Beltaire Mustache ... outfielder ... toothpaste. 46 GREGORY C. MCMAHON “Kid” Between the gates of fate the seeds of time were sown Knowledge is a deadly friend when no one sets the rules The fate of all mankind I see is in the hands of Fools! King Crimson “I give up with them” ... a good friend ... underclass girls ... beautiful hair ... That sleeping bag!! ... new jeans ... gen- erous ... would do anything for anybody ... “I wondex who took that sign? . . . nightly curfew?? ... remember Falls Hole ... a skip day?? Homecoming 3. WAYNE MCPHERSON “Wayne” “We were born to be happy, all of us. ” Alfred Surro Friendly’s ... volleyball tournaments ... seems quiet ... talks to Sam ... seen in the cafeteria ... always seen with Bruce. KATHLEEN C. MEYER “K.C.” If I believe in myself and those I love and if those I love believe in me need nothing else for my soul. ” Author Unknown Dane . . . petite .. . Black Rambler . . . Bethel Library ... first floor girls’ room . . . Friendly’s . . . Mr. Janesky . . . ‘The Gang’ ... very smart ... never in trouble ... “Cut it out”... “What’s with you guys?” Work Study 4. 47 KEVIN MORTON “Kevin” Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday. ” One lajge pizza . . . pick-up truck . . . George’s one on one partner ... Mr. De- Mille’s pet??? Baseball 1,2; Homecoming 3; DE Club 3; 4; Intramural basketball 3. SUSAN M. MOTT “Sue” “No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings. ” William Blake Secret spy ... seen with Roseann and Pat ... tennis pro ... Roscoella ... “for crying out loud” ... unique lunches ... drives a blue lemon ... “I don’t know what I’m doing” ... fifth period hunger pains ... Bob Pollard’s secret love?? ... Smott ... member of the brownie society. Home- coming 2, 3, 4; Teacher’s Club 2; BHS Bulletin 3, 4; Junior Show; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal 3; AFS (finalist) 3, 4; Yearbook; National Honor Society 3, 4. BRIAN A. MULLANEY “Bri” “Life is a jigsaw puzzle—with most of the pieces missing. ” Anonymous Crash ... How much did the pole cost? ... a-ruh... “Yea we ah”... Bottle rockets? ... Giants forever ... “Oh, hi Mr. Mar- lowe” ... friendly ... ROTC ... Martha Marble Fan Club ... Rhode Island ... Camp Kenmere. Student Council 1, 2; Baseball 1, 2, 4; Jr. Show; Homecoming 2, 3, 4; Jr. Prom King 3; Sr. Prom 4; Advance Science Submarine 4; Sr. Play. PATRICIA J. MURKLAND “Pat” “The sun shone in my soul today. ” Archy Has connections in school ... innocent look ... gets away with anything ... Pen Thief ... secret spy ... full of her father’s infamous puns ... good sense of humor ... future authoress ... I’m here! I’m here! ... math whiz?? ... I DONT UNDER- STAND ... Mickey Mouse in a raunchy nerd. Homecoming 2, 3, 4; Field Hockey 2; Teacher’s Club 2; AFS 3, 4; Junior Show; Yearbook Staff 4; Laurel Girl’s State 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Bridgeport Junior Post 3, 4; BHS Bulletin 3, 4; Reveille 2, 3, 4. JEANINE M. NEWMARK “Jeanine” ‘7 have more understanding than all my teachers; for thy testimonies are my meditation. ” Psalm 119:99 Newtown guys ... great dresser ... forgiv- ing... snooky... modest... late for school, when she comes ... friendly ... quiet, until ... reckless driver ... always ready to help ... creative. Junior Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi- Formal; Homecoming; International Set; Jr. Show; Freshmen Initiation; Bake Sale; ... Car Wash; . . . Folksinging Club; Tennis; Student Council; Yearbook. DAVE NEWTON “Dave” ‘7 saw the devil and he smiled at me. ” Laura Nero Only seen in school... “Gimme me some gum” ... got a cigarette?? ... seen with Dave in the red VW. 49 GAYLE H. O’DONNELL “Gayle” “Don't walk in front of me I may not follow Don't walk behind me— I may not lead Walk beside me—A nd just be my friend. Author unknown Pretty ... usually seen with Linda ... Hot Rocks ... always eating ... Help! There’s a toy boat in my bathtub ... good dresser ... the night is still young at 2 a.m. ... health nut ... knee socks ... California is my biggest dream. Jr. Prom; Student Council 1, 2; Sr. Prom; Ski Club 4; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-For- mal; Work Study 4; Cake Sale 3; Year- book Committee 4. EDITH MAY OLIVEIRA “Edie” “Now I'm no longer doubtful of what I'm living for. Carole King Leader of the first floor girls’ room gang ... “Where are those freshmen?” ... Path- mark ... “I’m leaving” ... Pontiac Power ... Plans to go to California ... lover of freedom ... “Whoops. Volleyball 1, 2; Teach-in Club 2; Pep Club 1, 2; Home- coming 1, 2; Folksinging Club 1, 2; Vice- President of Folksinging Club 2. STEPHEN A. O’ROURKE “Smedley” “No one is accursed by fate Mo one so utterly desolate But some heart, though unknown. Responds unto his own. ” Longfellow The Werewolf... Clockwork Tangerine ... constant hummer ... pins and needles ... Emerson, Lake, and Palmer; and Alice Cooper ... Friendly ... author of “You Are Cordially Invited to Attend My Sui- cide” ... intelligent... Jeanne. AFS Club; Jr. Show; National Honor Society; Har- vard Book Award; Latin 3,4; Drama Club 4; Sr. Play. 50 KEITH OVERTHROW “Keith” “Laugh and the world laughs with you. ” Ella Wheeler Cox Snow shoes ... seen with Steve ... con- stantly goofing ... one of the few left from Mr. Shail’s era. Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 1, 2, 3; 4. FRANK C. PACIFIC “Frankie” “Our wisdom comes from our experience, and our experience comes from our foolishness. ” Sacha Guitry Good things come in small packages ... Hey Frankie ... watch out for that pole ... the wheel ... How fast can it go ... Splash!!... Camp Kenmere ... not usually seen because dwarfed by friends ... chem- istry smoke bombs June ’72 ... buys lumber. Baseball 4; Junior Prom; Senior Prom; Advanced Science Submarine 4; Homecoming 3, 4; Senior Play; Initiation 4; Junior Show. SANDRA PACK “Sandy” “Together we can move mountains. ” Always up to something ... sneaking ... “Vampire” ... Yoke ... Yoke ... Yoke ... Kenny. 51 MICHELLE PARIS “Mitch” “Lost... yesterday, somewhere between sunrise and sunset Two golden hours Each set with sixty diamond minutes No reward is offered For they are gone forever. ” Horace Mann Vermont bound ... John ... Bermuda ... Happiness is multi-colored hair... flirt... Brian Burke ... Bikes!! ... morning golfer ... Hostess for King Neptune ... Oh, that walk!! ... McDonalds for lunch ... Mr. Janesky fan ... always late for class ... selfish, when it comes to guys ... nice kid ... pretty ... attractive smile. Softball 1; Cake Sale 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom; Junior Show; Senior Play; Senior Prom; Homecoming 4; Freshman Initia- tion 4; Yearbook. ROBERT PESCHKO “Rob” “Everybody has to be somebody to be anybody. ” Forbes What hair he’s got ... seen with Ron ... One of the Topstone Gang. Work study 3, 4. SHERREE L. PETERSON “Sher” “Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. ” Song of Sol. 8:7 Shy ... quiet ... Neenah Wisconsin Veterinarian assistant... on a diet... likes Bethel?? ... gymnastics. Freshman Initia- tion 4; Gymnastics 3. DONNA J. PETRINI “Donna” Absence is to love, what wind is to fire; It extinguishes the small, it enkindles the great. ” Rabulin How can such a little girl play such a large instrument .. . seen with Debbie and Nancy ... friendly ... always talking ... poor Mr. Gini... runs a taxi service. Band 3, 4; Homecoming 3; Teacher’s Club 2; Yearbook. ROBERT B. PIORKOWSKI “Bob To go against the dominant thinking of your friends, of most of the people you see every day, is perhaps the most difficult act of heroism you can perform. ” Theodore H. White ‘One of the boys’ ... girls’ dormitories? ... Mrs. Loughran’s headache ... Port- chester girls ... nice eyes ... animal lover ... nice dresser ... chocolate chip cookies ... blushes easily ... seldom seen after school hours ... future vet. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 3, 4; Yearbook 4. NANCY a. PISKURA “Nanc” ‘7 cannot love as I have loved, A nd yet I know not why. It is the one great woe of life To feel all feeling die. ” Bailey Quiet... those Brookfield guys... Caldor’s seen with Cindy and Lorraine ... soft spoken. Yearbook 4. ROBERT J. POLLARD “Pooh” It matters not how long you live, but how.n Author unknown Terri ... frequently seen ... always has something to say ... tease ... into every- thing ... Friendly’s gang ... Partying man ... Peace, man, Peace ... Gerties ... Gas- land ... Mr. Swanson’s pet. Homecoming 1, 2, 3; Workstudy 3. PATRICIA J. RAJCOK “Pat” Oh it’s nice to get up in the morning, but it's nicer to lie in bed. Lauder Carl ... Wedding Bells? ... petite ... first floor girls’ room ... The Gang ... D. E. girl... ooo-och!!!... freckle face ... always smiling ... which way did the boys go? ... Is my hair okay?!! Volleyball 3; Ho- mecoming 3. JOANNE V. RELLA “Joe” ‘7 do not remember the days ... only the moments. ” Bob from Burger King ... perpetual talker ... First National ... found with the Mid- way Drivers . .. ‘Gorilla’ ... “Let’s go through our routine ... “Sign, what sign?” ... rear view mirrors ... dues ... “866- 658—what a performance” ... Happy- Monday... “Stanges”. Car wash 1; Drama Club 1, 2; Sophomore Ring Committee; Homecoming 1, 2, 3; Student Council 1, 2, 4; Cake Sale 3; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Show; Jr. Prom. PETER ROSS “You don't know all of me. “Pete” Unknown “Don’t ask me for any money, because I don’t have any sense!” ... music music .. . quiet, until ... witty ... sense of humorfll? THOMAS RYAN “Tommy” “Life is a fatal adventure, it can have only one end. So why not make it as far ranging and free as possible. ” Alex Eliot How you doing, doll? ... Half Jock ... Honda Honey ... Did you see that one? ... Where can I buy a tooth, Sam? ... Immaculate’s loss ... What a laugh ... Where did you sleep last?... 2:00 meetings ... white shoes brother. Track 3, 4; Foot- ball 4; Ski Club 4; Homecoming 3, 4. LINDA M. SAGNELLI “Linda” The best love to have is the love of life. ” Jimi Hendrix One of the little people ... Art Room clan always seen with Margie ... “Ripped Rider” ... record freak ... first floor girls’ room ... “You fruit” ... “Got any spare change?” ... Falcon power. JEAN M. SANFORD “Little One” “ Within my earthly temple there's a crowd. there's one of us that's humble; one that's proud. There's one that's broken-hearted for his sins, And one who, unrepented, sits and grins. There's one who loves his neighbor as himself A nd one who cares for naught but fame and self From much corroding care would I be free, If once I could determine which is Me. Edward Sandford Martin Who is he??? ... Glenn ... crazy driver ... future nurse ... little one ... Ridgefield ... seen with Michelle ... what a laugh ... sports ... “Hi, Kid” ... Howard John- son’s girl ... “Mr. Janesky, I got your tie” ... Miss Brown you owe me 22C. Field Hockey 1. 2; Basketball 1, 2,4; Volleyball 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball 1; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Senior Prom. PETER W. SANFORD “Pete” “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. Courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Unknown Barb ... occasionally abides by a bell ... blind on the field ... Magoo ... quiet bass player ... Baxter’s ... Boogie Blues Band ... play with a pick? never ... music lover ... animal on the field ... devoted team member ... trouble keeping trees off his car ... co-captain. Varsity football 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Basketball; Track 1. JANICE L. SCALICI “Jan” Never underestimate the power of a woman. Anonymous Pretty face ... first floor girls’ room ... Do you have any germs? ... “Are there any bugs around here?” ... good ole’ NY accent ... Mr. Janesky ... artistic ... ‘The Gang’ ... psychology fiend ... Hey jelly legs Joane. Pep club 2; Junior Prom; Semi-Formal; Ecology Club 2; Senior Prom; Senior Play. 56 CYNTHIA J. SCALZO “Cindy” “The mintage of wisdom is to know that rest is rust and that real life is love, laughter, and work. ” Elbert Hubbard Diamonds are a girls best friend ... Wed- ding Bells ... Caldors girl ... Don ... Don ... Don ... quiet ... nice smile ... speaks when there’s something to say. Yearbook; Homecoming 4; Freshmen Initiatmon 4. MARIETTA SCHORK “Mare” “... I feel the capacity to care, is the thing which gives life its deepest significance. ” Pablo Casals Dirtbag I ... hooked on hockey ... Boy crazy ... “No Capisco” ... good at giving Karate Chops ... “Look at that one” ... beep your horn!! ... loves those Jaguars ... adores firemen ... fantastic summer... mouth to mouth resuscitation. Homecom- ing 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1, 2; Softball 2; Basektball 1, 2; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Volley- ball 3, 4; Tennis 3, 4; National Honor Society; AFS; Junior Prom; Yearbook; Sophomore Ring Dinner; Ski Club. CYNTHIA SEISER “Cyndy” “Don 7 walk in front of me—I may not follow; Don V walk behind me—I may not lead; Walk beside me—and just be my friend. ” A. Camus Big Blue Eyes ... remember the cottage ... Pool Parties... trips to Europe ... Oui!! ... remember Mr. LaFalle ... Serene ... Photography. Drama Club 1,4; Yearbook 4; Newspaper Club 1, 2, 3; Ski Club 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3; Jr.-Sr. Prom. 57 JUDY L. SETTANNI “Judy” “The glow of one warm thought is to me worth more than money. ” Thomas Jefferson Eddie... Stop n’ Shop... don’t forget your car ... always seen with Lorraine ... flirt ... Well... good old Shermie ... Norwalk ... “Pillows, mox.” Band 1, 2, 3; Work Study 4. LORRAINE SETTANNI “Lorraine” “Nothing is to be feared, it is only to be understood. ” Marie Curie Rick ... Oh that yellow vega ... quiet ... until you get to know her ... seen with Judy ... Vermont ... “Nega” ... “How’s the shoe store?” ... Cancelled ... “Mono? Not me!! ... Stang ... great personality ... Yeah ... we don’t move for cops. Band 1, 2, 3. MARY JANE E. SHANLEY “Mary” “ We never know the value of friends. While they live we are too sensitive of their faults: When we have lost them we only see their virtues. ” J. C. and A. W. Hare Donnie ... seldom seen ... quiet until you know her then watch out ... But Mr. De Mille!! ... Plumtrees store ... always seen with Brenda, Cindy, or Lorraine ... The Bam ... The Gang ... first floor girls’ room. Jr. Prom 3; Freshmen Initiation; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Sr. Prom. DAVID SHORT “Dave” “To worry little, to study less, is my idea of happiness. ” W. C. Fritos ... sneakers ... OPP language ... Pontiac ... “Do you have a pen or pencil I can haveV ... Math Major ... “Got any gum?” ... Short One ... Tippedy Doo Dah ... M M lover ... picking on Marietta ... Mr. Quigley fan?? ... “You want a ride?” ... ‘Big Blue’ ... “You got a comb” ... Martha Marble Fan Club. DAVID SIKORSKI “Dave” “Live your own life for you die your own death. ” Mr. Electrician . . . AVA . . . Corky . .. Always there when you need him ... Like Cape Canaveral, right Mr. DeMille? ... Oh, those Data Machines ... Cable TV ... Man ... Where are our Semi-Formal pictures?? ... Teleprompter ... cheerful. SHERMAN R. SLAVING “Sherm” “Love is our law, truth is our worship, form is our manifestation, conscience is our guide, peace is our shelter, nature is our companion, order is our attitude, beauty and perfection is our life. Seen with Curt... AVA. 59 DAVID W. SLOAT “Dave” “Silence is Golden. ” Sophisticated ... Lincoln-Continental ... quiet ... nice clothes ... Mr. Manners ... Mr. Blum’s fan ... smart ... “Hey, he’s legal! ... Hey, Davie. DAVID SMITH “Smitty” “So as the suns of your life set and the darkness of the long night ahead takes its toll on what's left of yourself- look back and smile ... for you have been. ” Tom Law Hooky and Hockey player ... Sociology fan. Band 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 4; Ice Hockey 1; Football 4. LINDA SMITH “Linda” “Quiet are her thoughts, but happy her nature. ” Unknown Bob ... Bob ... One of the Caldor’s Bunch ... very quiet... friendly ... rarely seen. JOHN M. SOMOSKOVEC “John” “Once the door swings open into space I'm already waiting in disguise Or is it just a thorn between my eyes Waiting in our boats to set sail The sea of joy Having trouble coming through This concrete blocks my view. ” Steve Winwood Cute ... Cross Country Tour... California ... Mind Man ... Hunt Club Regular ... Aw, come on!! ... always looking for a party ... Michelle?? ... Tan VW ... Lake George ... It’s the real thing, in the back of your mind, what you’re hoping to find ... flea bag. Football 1, 2; Indoor track. CURTIS M. STAGE “Curt” “He who never gives up when things are hard will find in the “end” he has gained the most wisdom. ” Machine ... good driver?? ... “What hap- pened to Dorothy, Curt?? ... ‘Curt the Flirt’ ... good kid ... basketball ... never used his brakes once ... broken glas ... “Stick” ... seen at Parloa ... uncurable frizzies. Basketball 2, 3, 4; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4. GARY L. STAIB “Staibie” “He that hath the name may as well enjoy the game. ” R. D. Blackmore 10 speed bike ... races ... shy ... Strykers ... polite. Football 3; Track 3, 4; Home- coming 4; Sr. Prom; DE Club. 61 JOANNA H. STANDISH “Jana” “ We are determined to be starved before we are hungry. ” Henry David Thoreau ... Who? ... Where were you till 4 a.m.? ... those purple shoes!! ... Escort Club ... “Hey, how are you?” ... She’s got the Chemistry Class Blues... “Where’s Talahatchie” ... Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Student Council; Volleyball 3, 4; Pep Club President; Ecology Club; Homecoming 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Junior Sjow; Senior Play; Senior Prom. MARK R. STANGE “Stang” “Come forth into the light of things. Let nature be your teacher. ” Wordsworth The Wheel ... broken wing ... 289 stang ... good friend ... never stops smiling ... good skier ... “Big Birch” ... quiet ... Martha Marble Fan Club... polite ... nice dresser ... One of the Burak Boys. Home- coming 2, 3, 4; Track 2; Cross Country 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Senior Prom. DEAN STERRY “Dean” “Don't take life too seriously, you’ll never get out alive. ” Unknown Messingers ... quiet?!? ... likes to get in trouble ... cheap beer?? Band. 62 CECILIA M. STRATMAN “Sam” “ While faith makes all things possible. It is love that makes all things easy. Evan H. Hopkins Pretty ... always seen ... little green pinto ... Squantz Pond ... rain or shine ... San- gria ... Hardees... Vivacious... nice smile ... rings ... rings ... wherever there’s a party... Remember Camp??... ‘Curfews?’ ... knows everyone ... older guys ... B.C. ... Bam ... Alley Cat ... Dancer. Class Secretary 1; Class Treasurer 3; Student Council 1, 2, 3; Cheerleading 3, 4; Tennis 2, 3, 4; Jr. Show; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Initiation 1, 4; Jr. Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Ring Dinner 2; Se- nior Play; Senior Prom. HOLLY L. STURDEVANT “Hoi” Take a look inside yourself and appreciate whatever you may find. ” Rob ... beautiful long blond hair ... Oh those hot pants ... summers at Woods Hole ... CREEP ... fashion designer ... white bikini ... white boots ... tennis nut ... gymnastics ... you’re blushing. Home- coming 1, 2, 3; Jr. Prom. NOEL STURDEVANT “Noel” “Though I sit down now, the time will come when you will hear me. Benjamin Disraeli Quiet ... rarely seen ... cameras ... A lumbeijack?? 63 NORBERT M. TARALA “Norbie” “Take life easy; Take it as it comes. Specialize in having fun. ” Jim Morrison Linda . . . Linda . . . Tallahatchie . . . Schaefer Swizzler ... Member of the AA. Football 1, 2; Junior Prom; Senior Prom; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-For- mal. JOHN K. TAYLOR “John” “Material wealth makes a man rich, but the man who fills his life with fun, humor, and freedom is the richest of all, because what else is there other than life, I don't know. ” JKT Music ... music ... music ... master elec- trician ... nice eyes ... T-shirt for every occasion ... do you own a normal shirt? ... sarcasm plus ... Martha Marble Fan Club .. . unlimited record supply ... M M’s favorite customer ... Red, white and blue?? ... polite ... “Stifle yourself’. Treasurer 1, 2; Drama 1, 2; Troupe 4; JV Basketball 2; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming King 2; Science Club 1; Freshmen Initiation; Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Ring Dinner 2; Senior Prom; Senior Play; National Honor Society 3, 4. MARCIA L. TAYLOR “Marsh” “Two roads diverged into a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by and it has made the difference— ” Robert Frost Rhode Island with Cid ... “Wait a min- ute!” ... easily excited ... go one day, skip three ... Rebel ... Forster Fan Club ... rarely seen . . . new boyfriend . . . For keeps??? ... good seamstress ... fantastic grades. Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 1; Ring Dinner 2; Senior Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Fom-.ai; Senior Play. 64 NANCY E. TEDFORD “Nan” “In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths. ” Proverbs 3:6 Wonder where she learned 10 drive?? ... very musical ... permanent fixture in the band room ... ’63 putt putt.. . auburn hair ... a good friend. Band 1,2, 3,4; Teaching Club 2; Jr. Show; Homecoming 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Yearbook. ARTHUR TESTENARO “Art” ““In my world of one big gamble, I stand alone, for I am a man. ” Cyr Motorcycles ... Gishla’s. I VIRGINIA A. THOMAS “Ginny” “ We will do foolish things but do them with enthusiam. ” Unknown Phil ... Phil ... Phil ... good swimmer ... cute ... huge smile ... takes things as they come ... always late ... life-guard ... shag ... sensational tan ... easy going .... Stu- dent Council 1, 2, 3; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Teaching Club 3; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 2; Jr. Prom; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Senior Prom. 65 JAMES E. THOMMEN “Jim” The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people cannot do. ” Big Jim ... Sarah ... I think Coach is mad at me again!! ... great dresser ... part jock ... waterbed ... football fanatic?!? ... those sweaters!! ... quick-tempered ... The strong, silent type ... sensitive. Football 1, 2. 3, 4; Indoor Track 2,4; Baseball 1; Homecoming 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Jr. Prom; Senior Prom; Reveille Staff; Junior Show. DAVID H. TIERNEY “Falc” “The object of life is to learn—by one's own mistakes. The harder I try the more I learn.” DHT Girls, girls, and more girls . . . seen with Zooma ... State Champ ... boy those legs can move ... one of the boys ... Oh, those parties!! ... Mad Scientist ... “You should see the one I made last night!!” ... Okay ... Cindy? .. . “Yea, we build submarines.” Freshmen Football; Cross Country 2, 3, 4; Indoor Track 2, 3, 4; Outdoor Track 1, 2, 3,4; DE 4; Science Club; Jr. Prom; Advance Science “Submarine” 4. TIMOTHY TILFORD “Timmy” “ We know what we are, but know not what we may be. Shakespeare Jody ... Friday nights at the Barn ... How’s your car, Tim? ... Cape Cod ... You want to get shot? ... watch out... Dig it... “That’s it, put her in her place” ... seen with Ronnie ... lots of fun ... handsome. DEBORAH J. TUTTLE “Debbie” “ The only way to have a friend is to be one. ” Ralph Waldo Emerson Seen with Donna and Nancy ... quiet unless you know her ... Hey, did you get the Span- ish? ... Oh, those hot lunches ... always will- ing to help. Volleyball 3; Homecoming 3,4; Yearbook Advertising Committee 4. BRADLEY J. VINCENT “Brad” “One man that has a mind and knows it; always can beat ten men who haven V and don't” George Bernard Shaw How many tickets on the way to Florida? ... math whiz ... polite ... one of the rainbow gang ... intelligent ... e-rrah ... The wheel ... bottle rockets ... Hey Stang! ... Rt. 58 road races ... See the one at table 12? ... far out! ... man with the baton ... has the only car that floats ... Martha Marble Fan Club ... master criminal. Student Council 1; Advanced Science Submarine 4: Homecom- ing 2, 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; I LANE M. WALBERG “Uane” “Still water runs deep. ” Unknown ... suddenly those displays of affection .. can always depend on her homework ... says what she thinks ... very smart... always manages to get higher grades than anybody else. Pep Club 1; Ecology Club 1. 2; Home- coming 1, 2. 4; Teaching Club 2; AFS 1, 2, 3, 4; International Set 3, 4; Troupe 3; Na- tional Honor Society 3. 4; Initiation 4; Jr. Prom; Sr. Prom. SUSAN WHITE “Sue” “ ’w so glad to say, I'm on my way, and I'm leaving my troubles behind. Unknown Rich ... Ripped Riders ... seen with Kim ... sunburned eyes? ... occasional visits to school ... seen out in field during lunch. ROBERT S. WHITLOCK “Whit” “ Why should the Devil have all the good times. ” S. Coleridge Triumph 250 ... The Fore and Aft... always ready to tell it all . . . “Guess what hap- pened??” ... stiff temper ... apple cider? ... fastest hands in the north, south, east, and west ... See, eight ball in the side pocket. Homecoming 2, 3, 4; Freshmen Initiation; Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal; Key Club; JV Track; Outdoor Track 1, 2: Freshman Football; Varsity Football; Ice Hockey 3, 4; Jr. Show. ROGER WILLIAMS “Rog” Knowledge is power Grilliams ... smart... appreciates good music ... good friend ... always aware ... great belt buckles ... member of hallstanders ... never late, the bells are early ... “Things go better with Coke”... We’re only in it for the money. Football 1, 2; Track 1, 2: Ring Dinner; Homecoming 2; Photography. UWE WITTKAMP “Uwe” A man can hide all things except: that he is drunk, and that he is in love. ” Antiphanes 57 Chevy . . . Saturdays in New York . . . Snazzy Bowler ... Motorcycle ...jealous ... I’ll tell you someday ... Pushy ... seen with Bernie ... “Can I go?” ... What’s SQUASH? MICHAEL ZACK II “Mike” Wealth is a disease, and I am the cure. ” David Bromberg Nice personality ... 5th period Algebra Class . quiet until! ... friendly ... loves his blue jeans ... Limerock ... Brian’s lab partner ... E. Pluribus Zack ... always sitting on crates n Bradlees. A.V.A. 1, 2; Homecoming 3, 4; Track Indoor 3, 4; Track Outdoor 3; Adv. Sci Laser 4. RICHARD ZIELINSKI “Madman Whatever your lot in life, build something on it. ” Home Life “Look out trouble here I come!!” ... Sweet and Innocent?? ... those weird poems ... science fiction fan ... demented ... 6th period History Class ... fun personality ... Martha Marble Fan Club ... seen with Noel and Mike. Advanced Science Laser 4. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Sue Marchisio, President Sue Dardis, Treasurer Stephanie Cherry, Vice-President Kathy Kidd, Secretary 71 Breaking with tradition, the Class of 1973 has chosen to place The Guidance Department within The Senior Section of the 1973 Wildcat . This seems appropriate considering the invaluable aid that we have received from Mrs. Greene, Miss Lynch, Mr. Nyitray, and Mr. Dissinger in determining the course of our future lives. Miss Lillian Lynch Mr. David Nyitray Mr. William Dissinger Mrs. Rosemarie Greene GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT 72 OUR LEADER Mrs. Mary Manion During the past hectic years we have been ex- tremely fortunate to have had as our class advisor. Mrs. Mary' Manion, a woman who has demon- strated through personal example, the meaning of the word “friendship . It is impossible to measure her influence on the Class of 1973. It is horrible to imagine what we would be without her. MARY MANION “Mary “ Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, all you've got to do is call. And I'll be there, yes I will. You ve got a Friend. ” James Taylor Sincere ... always seen in 210 ... “How's Tony-Baloney? ... sneaky smile ... “let’s get organized!’’... PAY YOUR DUES!!” ... neat dresser ... nice hair ... “Check the Sr. bulletin board ... Homecoming 3.4, Jr. Show. Jr. Play. Cake Sale 3.4. Jr.-Sr. Semi-Formal, Sr. Play, Class Night. Sr. Prom. Graduation. Yearbook. 73 OUR FOUR YEARS AS B.H.S. STUDENTS In September, 1969, we crossed the threshold from eighth grade to ninth, to become “sophisticated” high schoolers at last. Following the easiest Freshman Initiation ever, we established ourselves as the number one class in B.H.S. by winning first prize for our homecoming float. Not only that, but our class won first prize for creating the loudest uproar at the Homecoming assembly! Our class soon learned the way around the labyrinths of B.H.S. Who could forget the trips back and forth to the Methodist Church in the rain and snow? We suffered through monotonous study halls and a crowded, dingy cafeteria. We ninth graders often did ‘‘time” in Mr. Blum's detention room. And some of us were at the memorable occasion when Mr. Larsen got his foot stuck in the wastebasket. We stuffed anything and everything into our little half-lockers, and constantly heard Mr. Anjiras saying “Take Off!’’. During our Freshman year, a big transition was made. We left one high school for another. Who could forget moving day? 74 In the new high school we attended a memorable teach-in, and witnessed the first student strike ever at B.H.S. Mrs. Fesh, our advisor, left us at the end of our Freshman year and Miss Brown became the new advisor of the Class of 1973. As we became Sophomores we adjusted to the traditions of Bethel High. At Home- coming our banner, a first prize winner, stomped all over the entries of the other classes. Our float was again a prize winning effort, as we took second place for our B.H.S. ship sailing to victory. During our Sophomore year we became accustomed to a new idea—unstructured periods rather than study halls. We learned of all the nooks and crannies in the new school We survived World History and tramped around many days with soggy shoes, a result of biology “field and stream trips . Our class worried about building up a substantial treasury, and held many after school meetings to plan fund raising activities. The biggest event of our Sophomore year was the annual ring dinner. We proudly- received our glittering rings with bright aquamarine stones at a very hectic spaghetti dinner. (“Wait! My initials aren't B.H.S.!!”) The dinner was prepared by members of our class and several hard-working freshman girls. A t the end of the year we acquired a new class advisor, Mrs. Manion. Her generosity and willingness to help impressed us from the very start. 75 Vr e entered our Junior year with the knowledge that we had much to look forward to. For Homecoming we put much effort and originality into our float and banner, but someone had to lose, and guess who did? Soon after Homecoming, our class sponsored the annual Junior-Senior Semi-Formal With “Imagine” as a theme, the dance was a success and we enjoyed being hosts to the seniors. Next on our busy calendar was the Junior Variety Show. “I Can't Believe I’m Gonna' See The Whole Thing”, was quite an appropiate name! During that last frenzied week before opening night, we put everything together and were pleasantly surprised at the results. Some memorable scenes were the Mannequins, Mother Nature, and of course, Paulette the Stripper. The show was something we had always looked forward to, and during its production we had a chance to learn more about each other. Junior year was the time of the chemistry blues for many of us, also it was the first year that we had the opportunity to choose our own English courses. Soon the P.S.A.T.s and the S.A.T.s were staring us in the face. We filled in millions of dots with our number two pencils on our computer cards. Our full and rewarding Junior year ended splendidly with our Junior Prom. The theme “Long Ago Tomorrow , was carried out through the beautiful decorations and even some of the outfits. This successful dance made a pleasant close to a busy and exciting year. . 4 t the start of our senior year we impressed the freshmen with the fact of their inferiority during a cream-filled initiation. Soon after came Homecoming, where we again proved our creative ability by capturing first prize for our float depicting the many B.H.S. sports. Mr. Kidd, who unselfishly donated much time and effort to assist us, deserves our most heartful gratitude. Work was started on our yearbook, senior portraits were taken, and measurements were taken for our caps and gowns. The Future presented itself to us in the form of college applications, S.A. T.s and the search for a vocation. Our class became 'penny-pinching' as we became concerned with the building up of our treasury for such expenses as the yearbook, our Senior Prom, and of course. Class Night. The semi-formal, held in December and sponsored by the Class of 1974, had the theme “White Christmas . This time it was our turn to he the guests. Even as some people were just taking down their xmas trees, we were pulling out props and costumes for our Senior Play “Take Her, She's Mine, ” which was presented in January and turned out to be very successful The production, directed by Mr. Hartshurg was skillfully presented by a group of creative seniors and brought in much needed money to our treasury. Spring arrived, and with it plans for the Senior Prom and Class Night. The school year began to draw rapidly to a close. With graduation, our high school days will he gone, but not forgotten. Our four years at Bethel High were only a short time in our lives, but the imprint that they have made will remain with us always. The Class of 1973 wishes to thank the following Sponsors, Patrons and Boosters for their generous financial support of the 1973 Yearbook. SPONSORS Deborah D. Brown Mr. and Mrs. John R. Kidd Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Pasuzzi Stony Hill Cleaners Bergen Pipesupports Dr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Spinella Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zack Nelson’s Hardware Dress Well Cleaners Bethel Glass Company Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gebert Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Murkland PATRONS Carol W. Brawley Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lattin Mr. Cann Stony Hill Food Market Mr. and Mrs. James N. Greene Jr. Bowlarama Phil’s Cigo Service Bethel Meadows Package Store 78 Sea Gull Motel Mr. Mrs. John J. DiMatteo Mr. Mrs. Mariano DeSantis Finast of Bethel Melvin’s Paint Wallpaper Zoel’s Barber Shop Mr. Mrs. Alfred H. Benedict Mr. Mrs. Stephen Collins Bethel Hobby Shop Mr. Mrs. Pasta Vino Restaurant Scholl’s Meat Market Mr. Mrs. John Stratman Mitchell’s Meat Market Jaymar Fashions Bethel Cycle Shop Sycamore Restaurant Incorporated John K. Taylor Mr. Mrs. R. Mott Gordon Taylor BOOSTERS Mr. Mrs. Daniel DeBlois Jean Hassen Libby Kellogg Hannelore Wagner Susan M. Curry Gary Bocaccio Mr. Garah De Staigs Mr. Mrs. Anthony Proli Carolyn Haley Lillian Lynch Mr. Mrs. Clifford E. Griswold Mrs. Somoskovec Dan Moreno Mrs. Marsdin K. Shaw Michael Quigley Mr. Mrs. Michael DeFazio Texaco Gas Station, Rte. 7 Mrs. Emma Moody Mr. Mrs. Eric Knowlton Herbert A. Perlman Barbara Negri Discom Typewriters Mrs. Budd Mrs. Menegay RAH-RAH RATINGS MOST POPULAR—Debbie MacKenzie.....................................Dave Tierney MOST COURTEOUS—Ginny Thomas .........................Jaime Echeverry MOST FUN TO BE WITH—Stephanie Cherry......................Bob Pollard MOST SOPHISTICATED—Jeanine Newmark Dave Sloat MOST ORIGINAL—Gail Lysobey Steve O’Rourke Margie Carlson MOST ROMANTIC—Michelle Paris.......................................Don Buttendorf MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED—Cindy Chapman Brad Vincent MOST INTELLIGENT—Ilane Walberg Brad Vincent MOST TALKATIVE—Joanne Rella ..............................Bob Whitlock MOST ATHLETIC—Marietta Schork.....................................Dave Tierney MOST THOUGHTFUL—Roseann DiMatteo..................................Mark Stange MOST OPTIMISTIC—Stephanie Cherry John Taylor MOST PESSIMISTIC—Linda Arruda Steve O’Rourke Linda Kessler MOST MUSICAL—Nancy Tedford.........................................Bob Hornak MOST ARTISTIC—Gail Lysobey.......................................Frank Gonzalez MOST DRAMATIC—Kathy Kidd Bob Whitlock MOST DARING—Sam Stratman .............................John Somoskovec MOST MASCULINE ........................................Bob Piorkowski MOST FEMININE—Sue Mott BEST PERSONALITY—Jody Kowalkowski John Taylor BEST SMILE—Michelle Paris..........................Richard Lindeborn BEST DRESSED—Debbie MacKenzie.....................................Mark Stange BEST HAIR—Holly Sturdevant Danny Braun BEST BODY—Jane Didato..............................................Jim Thommen BEST EYES—Sue Hansen..............................................John Crowley BEST NOSE—Jody Kowalkowski ............................Bob Piorkowski BEST DRIVER—Cathy Burke................................. Dave Short BEST LEGS—Sue Marchisio...........................................Dave Tierney BEST VOICE—Nancy Faust...................................Frank Kovacs EASIEST TO RATTLE—Callie Dixon Jim Thommen HARDEST TO RATTLE—Kathy Lawlor............................Tim Tilford NEATEST—Sue Mott ......................................Bob Piorkowski SHYEST—Sheree Peterson Dennis Gereg PRETTIEST—Jody Kowalkowski...................................... HANDSOMEST............................................Jim Thommen CUTEST—Michelle Paris..................................Dave Short SEXIEST—Jane Didato.............................................John Somoskovec FRIENDLIEST-Stephanie Cherry Frank Kovacs FUNNIEST-Norma Lucente.................................Bob Pollard CRAZIEST LAUGH—Norma Lucente Dave Short WORST DRIVER-Joanne Rella.................................Curt Stage ACCOMPLISHED MOST-Sue Marchisio .......................John Taylor FIRST TO MARRY Cindy Scalzo...........................Don Buttendorf CLASS BLUSHER-Sam Stratman..................................... Mark Stange CLASS GIGGLER-Norma Lucente Richard Lindeborn CLASS FAVORITES FAVORITE TEACHER.............................Mrs. Mannion FAVORITE COLOR...............................Blue FAVORITE FOOD...............................Pizza FAVORITE DRINK...............................Beer FAVORITE CIGARETTE...................... Marlboro FAVORITE SPORT ..........................Football FAVORITE PASTTIME.........................Parking FAVORITE CAR.......................V.W. Mustang FAVORITE MALE SINGER..................Rod Stewart FAVORITE FEMALE SINGER................Carole King FAVORITE VOCAL GROUP......................... Yes FAVORITE INSTRUMENTAL GROUP...............Chicago FAVORITE ACTOR......................Marlon Brando FAVORITE ACTRESS...................Barbra Streisand FAVORITE BOOK ..........................Godfather FAVORITE AUTHOR....................... Mario Puzo FAVORITE MOVIE..........................Godfather FAVORITE HANGOUT ........................Friendly FAVORITE T.V. SHOW.................All in the Family FAVORITE SONG ..................Stairway to Heaven FAVORITE RADIO STATION ......................WNBC WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF Debbie Allen could stay with Jimmy Linda Arruda ever grew taller Laurie Benedict fell off her wedgies Bob Boest ever heard of curl relaxer Don Bolser was ever seen without a camera Becky Brown was in school a full week Sharon Brown understood how to put numbers in alphabetical order Nancy Bullard did quit school Cathy Burke wasn’t so fruity Brian Burns knew what home room was Don Buttendorf hadn’t met Sharon Margie Carlson was for growing taller Lorraine Cass didn’t know how to drive four speeds Cindy Chapman ever got rattled Billy Chemero didn’t do wheelies in the school parking lot Stephanie Cherry ever got laryngitis Dawn Clark ran out of rainbow nail polish Donna Clark didn’t destroy the science room Chris Clark was ever seen without David Margaret Conklin could stay out of the hospital Shirley Conklin really got married! Linda Cooper ever raised her voice Pam Coyle couldn’t mooch rides Debbie Crowell was timid and shy John Crowley didn’t have gorgeous eyes Doreen Cruthers got her driver’s license Jane Didato couldn’t flirt Frank Daly didn’t know where Talahatchee was Steve Byxbee ever paid for the Christmas wrapping paper Dan Braun didn’t put his feet up in Sociology Sue Dardis had only one job Sandy David didn’t speed Marrianne DeSantis never had a supply of bubble gum Rich Dickenson couldn’t ice skate Roseann DiMatteo didn’t know the ping-pong cheer Callie Dixon stayed cool, calm, and collected Maureen Downes wasn’t so poetic Marie Dwyer didn’t argue about everything Jaime Echeverry wasn’t Ilane’s “beau” Kevin Ely forgot how to make cartons Linda Fancher didn’t “live” in Danbury Nancy Faust wasn’t called Vamps Bob Ferguson didn’t know how to do bird calls in Chemistry class Jim Forman ever got Mr. DeBlois to Smoke Mary Franc got a real, live, authentic horse Peter Francis hated the Bruins Art Franco couldn’t ride his motorcycle Jeff Frantz was really 5'8 like the paper said Ann Gaffney never said “bulldinky” Brenda Gaylord couldn’t talk Kathy Gebert missed a football or a basketball game Dennis Gereg turned into a playboy Frank Gonzalez wasn’t so artistic Nancy Griswold liked Chemistry Sue Hansen got lockjaw Ronnie Hawley left the cafeteria Gary Henry was a math whiz Lidija Lukic wasn’t “Burger Queen” Allyson Gould didn’t win the Baja 1000 Richard Hilton wasn’t so lazy Warren Hopkins talked as fast as he runs Bob Hornak had a different nickname John Hruch learned how to use a vacuum cleaner Teri Hugyo forgot how to imitate a hyena David Hunt was ever heard and not seen Paul Hunt ever changed Lorraine Irwin never said “Hi” Alan Johnson forgot how to draw Superman, Spiderman, or Batman and Robin Sandy Johnson Pack took her coat off Paul Jones wasn’t a good stripper Bernie Kavall could keep his car denties Chris Keaveny had never met Rex Ray Ray Koegh wasn’t such a tennis pro Linda Kessler was optimistic Kathy Kidd could make up her mind Frank Kovacs could keep his football socks up Jody Kowalkowski never found the Cine??!!?? Ted Krompinger wasn’t such a maniac Wayne LaBarre didn’t like the Baltimore Colts Debbie LaSelva couldn’t eat mint chocolate ice cream Jan Lauf didn’t like Home Economics Kathy Lawlor lived in Brookfield Rich Lindeborn could keep his hands to himself 84 Norma Lucente didn’t know how to do Gladys Ormphsby Ken Lynch liked Sociology Gail Lysobey wasn’t so serious Debbie MacKenzie couldn’t speak Spanish Sue Marchisio cut her hair Chris Marston came to school before 8:00 a.m. and stayed for the entire day Jan McCarthy wasn’t called “Chopper” Dave Losito wasn’t adored by scores of senior girls James McLean really made toothpaste Greg McMahon got a crew cut Wayne McPherson never heard of Marlboro country Kathy Meyer wasn’t called K..C. Kevin Morion didn’t drive a pickup truck Sue Mott had a brother Kenny Brian Mullaney wasn’t such a comedian Patty Murkland understood Jeanine Newmark came early Dave Newton went out at night Gayle O’Donnell couldn’t find a plug for her sunlamp Edie May Olivier a was shy Steve O’Rourke won the Nobel Prize for his novel Keith Overthrow wasn’t called “Snowshoes” Frank Pacific was really Superman Michelle Paris didn't have such a nice smile Bob Peshko straightened his hair Sheree Peterson hated animals Donna Petrini didn’t wear sneakers constantly Bob Piorkowski had a nice disposition Nancy Piskura didn’t know the way to the Home Ec. room Bob Pollard wasn’t so friendly Patty Rajcok was never called down to the office Joanne Rella’s middle name was “Go” Tom Ryan had stayed at Immaculate Linda Sagnelli was studious Jean Sanford never went to Ridgefield Pete Sanford ever understood Music Theory Jan Scalici loved Bethel better than Brooklyn Cindy Scalzo never met Don Marietta Schork joined the Newtown girl’s hockey team Cyndy Seiser wore dungarees to school Judy Settanni lost her job Lorraine Settanni didn’t have a Nega Vega Mary Jane Shanley gave up her Corvair Dave Short owned and kept his own writing utensils Sherman Slaving changed his last name to “Armytank” Dave Sloat found out about the dry look Linda Smith didn’t have Bobby John Somoskovec didn’t come back from California Curt Stage didn’t eat his lunch in physics class Lucy Ferrari was the daughter of Enzo Gary Staib didn’t have nice legs Jane Standish didn’t have an escort club Mark Stonge’s ears didn’t turn red Sam Stratman couldn’t blush Bruce Strolin didn’t have an orange bug Holly Sturdevant’s middle name was Rapunzel Noel Sturdevant didn’t like photography Norbert Tarala hadn’t met Linda John Taylor’s t-shirts were in the wash Marcia Taylor ever came to school Nancy Tedford wasn’t so conscientious Art Testanero’s bicycle got a flat tire Ginny Thomas’ funny bone wasn’t connected to her kidneys Jim Thommen took an Algebra test with the rest of the class Dave Tierney really was a falcon Tim TUford got a car that worked Debbie Tuttle didn’t bake for bake sales Brad Vincent didn’t say err-ah Ilane Walberg failed a class Ron Westlake didn’t always have new cars Sue White had lived in the Victorian Age Bob Whitlock really hit someone with his car Roger Williams was a pilgrim Live Wittkamp had a name someone could pronounce Michael Zack misplaced his Datsun Richard Zielinski wasn’t a madman Paul Albert could keep himself together Guy A enjoined Alcoholics Anonymous Donna Bennett got along with Mr. Forster Marco DeLima didn’t burn his hair off in Trig. Class Larry Johnson lost his Afro pick Kevin Peck appeared Peter. Ross wasn’t a musical genius Dean Sterry didn't hang around with underclassmen Paul Gabrielson wasn’t so bizarre Greg Francisco couldn’t find his way to the art room 85 CLASS WILL Debbie Allen leaves quietly. Guy Allen leaves his love of drinking to Mr. Pellegrino. Linda Arruda leaves Miss Brown with some thoughts from the thoughtbook. Laurie Bendict leaves her diet to anyone who wants it. Bob Boest leaves his frizzie hair to Bob Finger. Don Bolser leaves photography equipment to Big A1 Janesky. Danny Braun leaves his Triumph power to John Shepard. Becky Brown leaves. Cathy Burke leaves her saddle shoes to Mary Ellen Shepherd. Stephen Byxbee leaves, never to return. Margie Carlson leaves Madeline Wright and Pete Ross her sincere sympathy. Lorraine Cass leaves her notebooks to Patty Marcucilli. Cindy Chapman leaves her volleyball whistle to Miss Robertson. Bill Chemero leaves his pipe to Tommy Kennedy. Stephanie Cherry leaves her majorette uniform to Cynthia Williams. Chris Clark leaves his French books to his brother. Dawn Clark leaves her clothes everywhere she goes. Shirley Conklin leaves her attendance record to Barb Wildmen. Linda Cooper leaves the long walk home to Cecelia Keenan. Pam Coyle leaves anything and everything to anybody. Debbie Crowell leaves Friendly’s to the Bethel Police Department. John Crowley leaves Mr. Selleck’s class to next year Juniors. Doreen Cruthers leaves College Chemistry to Laureen Tomanio. Sue Dardis leaves happily. Sandy David leaves his sympathy to Diane Stevens. Mark Delima leaves the teachers his good-byes. Marianne DeSantis leaves her parking space to Bonnie Heller. Jane Didato leaves her tardy list to Mr. Blum. Roseann DiMatteo leaves her whistle to the basketball team. Callie Dixon leaves Mr. Forster to Cheryl Major. Marie Dwyer leaves Bethel to Kevin Dwyer. Jaime Echeverry leaves his accent to anyone that can understand it. Kevin Ely leaves so Mrs. Trott has one less problem. Linda Fancher leaves her picture to Mr. Perlman. Nancy Faust leaves her knee pads and hockey stick to Nancy Hall. Rob Ferguson leaves for life as he’s never known it. Lucy Ferrari leaves all her American friends to the next exchange student. Jimmy Forman leaves a box of Band-Aids to Kevin Dwyer. Mary Franc leaves her gym classes to anyone who wants them. Pete Francis leaves Rick Benzing a Band-Aid. Artie Franco leaves his clay pigeons to Jon Menti. Jeff Frantz leaves his Hillman to anyone who wants it. Anvone! Ann Gaffney leaves Mr. Blum's homeroom to Kathy DelHorey. Brenda Gaylord leaves her saddle shoes to Diane Stevens Kathy Gebert leaves her leftover notebooks to her brother Walter. Nancy Griswold leaves the crowded halls to her younger brother, David. Ronnie Hawley leaves with no regrets. Gary Henry leaves his school knowledge to Coley Light. Richard Hilton leaves his Errah to Bennett Kellogg. Warren Hopkins leaves without ever skipping a class. Robert Hornak leaves Mr. Perlman to Jim Garde. John Hruch leaves his summer parties to Rick Benzing. Teri Hug)’o leaves her laugh to Diane Stevens. David Hunt leaves his Ford to anyone who can push it home. Paul Hunt leaves two pens and five teachers. Loraine Irwin leaves her silliness to anyone who wants it. Alan Johnson leaves his cartooning ability to Guy Johnson. Linda Kessler leaves her stepladder to Terry Christos. Kathy Kidd leaves, still wondering about Bob Pierre. Frank Kovacs leaves his white football shoes to Richard Benzing. Jody Kowalkowski leaves the African Wolf Spider to Mr. Janesky. Teddy Krompinger leaves late as usual. 86 Debbie LaSelva leaves Mr. Forster with one less headache. Kathy Lawlor leaves Kevin Garvey to Mr. Oshan, NEXT YEAR! Richard Lindeborn leaves his sincere apologies to Mr. Pellegrino for all the aggravation ne caused him. David Losito leaves as soon as possible. Norma Lucente leaves her laugh to anyone who wants it. Lidija Lukic leaves her accent and her English-Yugoslavian dictionary behind Ken Lynch leaves everything to anyone who wants it. Debbie MacKenzie leaves, wanting to go to Spain, again. Sue Marchisio leaves Bethel enroute to Maine. Christie Marston leaves Mr. Pellegrino still pondering. Janice McCarthy leaves her attendance record to her sister Nancy. Greg McMahon leaves his patched pants to Robin Kennedy. K. C. Meyer leaves the first floor girls’ room to Diane Stevens. Sue Mott leaves her can opener to the kitchen ladies (they don’t have one). Brian Muflaney leaves his golden gloves to Buddy Noyce. Pal Murkland leaves her father and his puns to the Bethel High unfortunates. Jeanine Newmark leaves her driving ability to her sister Mary. Gayle O 'Donnell leaves the “one and only” ’59 Zephyr to Dover Drag Strip. Edie Oliveira leaves Mr. Forster in peace and quiet. Stephen O’Rourke leaves his rotten luck with girls to nis brother Douglas. Frankie Pacific leaves his blue Adidas to anyone who can fit in them. Michelle Paris leaves her hair to Mr. Janesky with the hope that he and science can find the right chemicals to get her hair all one color again. Rob Peschko leaves his Chevelle to Coley Light. Sheree Peterson leaves for Wisconsin. Donna Petrini leaves the Bassoon to Mary Ellen Strecker. Bob Piorkowski leaves two aspirin to Mrs. Loughran. Nancy Piskura leaves homeroom 222 to anyone who wants it. Bob Pollard leaves. And all is quiet. Pat Rajock leaves Mr. Forster’s good-byes to any oncoming Vice Principal. Joanne Rella leaves early morning rides and full moons to Rene. Linda Sagnelli leaves “The Shocker of the Year Award” to Madeline Wright. Jean Sanford leaves Miss Brown her penny. Pete Sanford leaves his love to Barbara Freeborn. Jan Scalici leaves her Brooklyn accent to Mr. Janesky. Cindy Scalzo leaves her giggle to anyone who wants it. Marietta Schork leaves her whistle to Coby Page. Judy Settanni leaves her clarinet to Gary £pple. Lorraine Settanni leaves heaven to Linda Somoskovec. Mary Jane Shanley leaves Cindy Messena with lots of luck. Sherman Slaving leaves his siz-zags to Mike Callahan. David Sloat leaves his condolences to the remaining students that are left. David Smith leaves B.H.S. finally and forever. John Somoskovec leaves G.H.E.L.B. feeling good. Curtis Stage leaves his basketball to Mr. Forster’s office. Gary Staib leaves his size 11 track spikes to Smokey Hall. Jana Standish leaves her hair to Mr. Selleck and Bethel to her mother. Mark Stange leaves what no one has left before, nothing! Sam Stratman leaves her papers to Nancy Colemen. Holly Sturdevant leaves her not pants to lVlary Ellen Shepard. Norbie Tarala leaves all his spaghetti to Richie Danise. John Taylor leaves his credit rating at M N’s to anyone. Marcia Taylor leaves her brother to third period unstructured. Nancy Tedford leaves the Band Room to Bobby Denzel. Ginny Thomas leaves with Phil. Jim Thommen leaves Mr. Oshan with one less headache. Dave Tierney leaves his records and chicks to anyone who will break em and take em. Debbie Tuttle leaves in peace. Brad Vincent leaves his racing tires to his brother Mark. Ilane Walberg leaves her books to whoever can carry them. Ron Westlake leaves his gym suit in locker 552. Bob Whitlock leaves his hockey equipment to John Francis. Roger Williams leaves Mr. Blum to the Kwakiutl Indians. Uwe Wittkamp leaves his midnight Auto Sales to Peter Wittkamp. Mike Zack leaves his Datsun to anyone who can afford it. 87 tedri u Uj, T com. J y oy tb fee luA -fyuMuL.'1 Thoreau HOME ROOM 210 Left to right, 1st row: P. Francis, R. Ferguson. D. Driscoll, D. Elliott. L. Gaboardi, L. Ducey. 2nd row: W. Gebert, R. Dukett, C. Ford, D. Ellis, J. Getchell. J. Fedorko, K. Gantnier. 3rd row: J. Gakelcr, C. Fleck, L. Downs, E. Francisco. J. Fleck- enstein. C. Edmund, K. Fancher. FRESHMEN HOME ROOM 106 Left to right. 1st row: P. Stumpf. L. Strohm, D. Scanlon, D. Scolpino, D. Smerkanicz, K. Smith. D. Seminara, P. Matta. 2nd row: J. Scalzo, J. Slavick. D. Smith, R. Schuetz, T. Sullivan, G. Schwebler, D. Shepard. B. Clarkson. B. Somoskovec. HOME ROOM 212 Left to right, 1st row: J. Meslin. C. Low- man. G. Marshall. K. Menegay. L. Mc- Mahon. F. Meyer, T. Lofgren. J. Coleman. R. Markward. S. LaBarre. 2nd row: Mr. DeFazio. R. Lucenti, B. Dennis. E. Lon- don, G. Main, K. Miller. D. Mullinero, R. Marchisio. J. Lindley, K. McKenzie, D. Roe, G. Lowry, C. McHugh. S. Lengel, J. McNemey. 3rd row: J. Lysobey. P. LaPinc. R. McKinstry, G. MacKenzie. C. Williams. S. Morandi. K. Fleckenstein, M. Mancusi. B. Martin. HOME ROOM 208 Left to right, 1st row: P. Braun, M. Butcher. T. Astlc. S. Birch. S. Aron. N. Bennardo. 2nd row: J. Audiffred. C. Bennett, C. Cammett, F. Borsey. M. Beckwith. P. Bums, M. E. Bruno, D Beauregard. 3rd row: M. Albonese. L. Anderson. S. Allen. C. Barnard, D. Boyer. K. Bedient. R. Baldelli. D. Caffrey. J. Brenn. B. Burke. HOME ROOM CAFE. Left to right, 1st row: J. Viccora, J. Williamson, T. Tibbetts, M. Vcntrclla. W. White M. Walther. 2nd row: N. Thomas, B. Taylor. R. Uzwiak, E. Zuvich. M. Zielinski. L. Zielinski. J. Taylor. P. Trester. 3rd row: D. Wells, C. Testanero, B. Tobin, P. Wittkamp. J. Swanson, D. Van DeWater, C. Vossen. 91 HOME ROOM 209 Left to right, 1st row: Mr. Green. L. Clarke. M. Dalbis. S. Didato, L. Corrigan. D. Didato. B. Channcy, P. Clear). 2nd row: T. Coleman. M. Cirigliano, C. Clark, M. DeLouis. R. Carl. 3rd row: D. Carlson. C. Conklin. L. Dann. C. Deering. C. Dakin. K. Delohery. J. Daley. T. Davis. M. Carley. HOME ROOM 105 Left to right, 1st row: J. Polites, K. Racen- et. K. Peterson. R. Marchisio. P. Pierrie, J. Ryan, D. Rider. 2nd row: A. Reelick, C. Plate. J. Brawley. S. Rickert, M. Reeves, R. Salgado. B. Rickerby. F. Sack. HOME ROOM CAFE. Left to right. 1st row: A. Oman. J. Nimtz. D. Murphy. D. Penik, K. Moran. M. Patterson. R. Mrozinski. 2nd row: E. Negri, B. Mott. L. Owens. C. Morhardt, D. Pcracchio. R. Perusse. K. Leima, M. Penyak. 3rd row: Mr. Burak. J. Peterson, M. Newton, A. Pelillo, M. O'Neil, B. Moore, D. O’Rourke. T. Moore. FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Left to right, J. Daly. M. Carley. L. Camigan. M. Dalbis. HOME ROOM 211 Left to right. 1st row: S. Johnson. P. Hansen. R Kelly, R. Kravarik, D. Highsmith. S. Keeler. T. Haug, R. Keane. E. Ireland. 2nd row: G. Johnson, R. Hendren. J. Howlcy, J. Iannaccone, L. Iannaccone. R. Grolick, F. Halick. 3rd row: L. Kovacs, P. Klussman. D. Harris. R. Haenn. P. Gulla. P. Hanlon. J. Jackman. 93 FRESHMAN INITIATION 94 HOME ROOM 116 Left to right, 1st row: D. Hutter, M. Katan, M. Hogan, P. Marcucilli, K. Lake, L. Hynson, E. Kaptein. 2nd row: M. Moran, G. Kciffcr, F. Kravarik. M. Keegan, L. Johnson. M. Laramie. 3rd row: B. Key, C. Kidd, K. Holley, K. Kenny. S. Homak. N. Keough. HOME ROOM 213 Left to right. 1st row: M. Moran, C. Morris. S. Noonan, B. Noyce, P. Norton, W. Myers, J. Brown, J. Loya. 2nd row: K. McNamara. E. Mandes, N. Nutting, D. Porcaro, L. Somoskovec. P. Matta, M. B. Miller. 3rd row: M. Olsen, J. Williams, J. Mayforth, M. Merto, C. Burke, K. Mor- ton. SOPHOMORES HOME ROOM 104 Left to right. 1st row: J. Cea. T. Cundari. L. Denzel. N. Coleman. J. DeLaney, J. Cruz. P. Douglas. J. Derbyshire. M. Calahan. C. Trcstcr. 2nd row: V. Crowley. D. Dietter. M. B. Carrao. D. Cook. L. Connor, M. Deak. D. Bobbie. D. Downes. L. Didato. R. Cooper. B. Coe. D. Dempsey. HOME ROOM 100 Left to right, 1st row: P. Douglas. C. Williams, D. Ailing. S. Allen. J. Audiffred. D. Seminara. 2nd row: D. Brown, N. Carlo. M. Cahill. M. Hogan. C. Anderson. C. Scalzo. T. Burke. E. Brown. D. Bennett. B. Bradford, J. Astle. D. Bobbie. D. Breese, J. Brown. 3rd row: J. Bennett. C. Burke. J. Buttikofer. D. Bodnar. M. Abrams. L. Beers. S. Bishop, P. Marcucilli. A. Sack, V. Birkett. D. Porcaro. M. Cass, C. Boyd. HOME ROOM 215 Left to right. 1st row: L. Tomaino. L. Zielinski. L. Somoskovec. D. Wells, V. Damici. L. Tarala. D. Seminara, P. Spillcr. 2nd row: M. Settanni. L. Vaghi. R. Sutton. M. Strecker. J. Stratman. C. Silliman. J. Spillcr. K. Shrogren. 3rd row: M. Sikorski, G. Selgin. K. Styles. B. Terry, D. Simonson. P. Smith, P. Selgin. P. Sloat. HOME ROOM 214 Left to right, 1st row: B. Salsavage, T. Lorette. 2nd row: D. Schneider. R. Scalzo, B. Owens. R. Santiago, A. Sack. L. Pollard. M. P. Ryan. E. Salgado. 3rd row: S. Schofield. R. Paul, R. Payuk, J. Parker. M. Perrone. D. Scalzo. R. Scalzo, R. Peterson. R. Quell. 98 HOME ROOM 216 Left to right. 1st row: B. Wright. D. White. A. Wagher. D. Zahlman. J. Wildman. V. Virigilio. 2nd row: L. McGuire, C. Wal- berg. K. Whittlessey. J. Vecchia. C. Vin- cent. K. Yarr. 3rd row: G. Walsh. M. Zow-ne, L. Walling. T Westlake. K White. C. Wagener. T. West. HOME ROOM 109 Left to right. 1st row: B. Grumman. J. Franc. Mrs. Messner. B. Freeborn, K. Fleckenstein. 2nd row: D. Graef. S. Grana, G. Epple. W. Gradia. M. Cahill. M. Dran. 99 100 HOME ROOM 200 Left 10 right. 1st row: E. Cavallo, N. Baker, T. Bellantoni. 2nd row: R Burke. J. Echevery. R. Benzing. B. Budd. 3rd row: K. Carley, L. Caruso. S. Bartram. S. Aho. C. Clark. J. Clarke, T. Christos, T. Channcy. JUNIORS HOME ROOM 201 Left to right. 1st row: B. J. Decker, S. Dennis, K. Garvey, D. Dalbis, L. Gaboar- di. S. Morandi. J. Gallant. S. Bartram. 2nd row: P. Dran, B. Frohock. J. Garde. D. Elliot. D. DcLouis, W. Driscoll. R. DeLeo. 3rd row: B. Denzel. B. Evans. C. Fleck, K. Garvey. J. Edclmann. HOME ROOM 202 Left to right. 1st row: C. Hccnng. C. Kilian, L. Horan. K. Garvey. L. Hall. 2nd row: B. Gunther. M. Heymann. R Kennedy. D. Key, J. Jessen. B. Hesse. 3rd row: D. Keegan. C. Keenan. K. Hughes. J. Holt. B. Hass. B. Kellogg, B. Griswold. S. Morandi. S. Bartram. S. Kovacs. HOME ROOM 203 Left to right. 1st row: L. MacDonald. C. Massena, A. McLean. L. McCarley, D. Maltone. M. Lewis, M. Menegay. 2nd row: B. Clark. S. Bartram, S. Morandi. S. Kovacs. B Lindley. M. Leima. 3rd row: B. Griswold. B. Kellogg. S. Kratky. V. Kouspus. B. Marchisio. J. Menti. R. Menegay. R. Lcngel. W. Driscoll. R. Lynch. HOME ROOM 207 Left to right, 1st row: R. Tuttle. S. Taylor. S. Tierney. C. Strohm. K. Strolin. 2nd row: G. Tallent, M. Tilford. E. Trimborn. B. Gris- wold. H. Walther. K. Stolle. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS HOME ROOM 204 Left to right, 1st row: T. O'Donnell. D. Pomfret. B. Pierric, M. Mohr. L. Pacific. K. Molles. J. Murphy. 2nd row: S. Moore, D. Mickey, J. Montesi. L. Patti. S. Kovacs. S. Bartram. S. Morandi. S. Nelson. 3rd row: B. Nolder. E. Mullins. D. Piskura. C. Page. M. Neal. K. Nash. E. Mesner. B. Clark. 1st row: J. Menti, D. Dalbis. 2nd row: D. Keegan. K. Sanford. HOME ROOM 205 Left to right. 1st row: C. Priest. M. Reynolds. J. Schneider. R. Seminara. B. Potvin, C. Smith. 2nd row: S. Silliman. D. Hecgc. S. Kovacs, S Richards. M. E. Shepard. N. Savchuk. K. Sanford. '' ¥yuewLluf AtuCTZ Luufeartiii'SowtiJ.11 SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY Left to right: 1st row: Mr. DeMille. B. Nelson. B. Pomfret. K. Stolle. D. Tierney. W. Driscoll, D. Schneider. J. Cooper. 2nd row: B. Moore, F. Kra- varik. M. Cahill. 3rd row: T. Lofgren. D. Driscoll. B. Menegay, J. Holt. P. Braun, on floor—E. Salgado The Cross Country Team had a very successful season in '12'—‘73’ under the guidance of Coach DeMille. Their record at the end of the season was 10 wins, 1 loss, and 1 tie. They won the W.C.C. League Meet and the Nonnowaug Invitational Meet for the third year in a row and placed fifth in the Class M State Meet. iW We. the staff of Wildcat ‘73’ dedicate this page to Dave Tierney for his out- standing accomplishments in cross country and track. In Dave’s junior year he ran 2.040 miles, and in doing so, broke nine course records. He was state class “S” Champion and finished third in the state open. It was a great year for Dave but in his Senior year he topped those nine records that he had set a year ago. He also, in his Senior year, finished second in the state class “B” race and fourth in the State Open. Dave set the record here in Bethel at 13.02 minutes for the two mile race. His Senior year goal is to set a new state record in the same event. VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY Left to right: 1st row: M. Schork. C. Page. K. Strohm. N. Faust, C. Chap- man. 2nd row: Miss Robertson, N. Hall, D. Dalbis, S. Cherry, L. Garvey, K. Sanford. J. Sanford. The girls Hockey team played a total of eight games this year. Two black eyes, numerous bruises, and lots of sore shins later, they achieved a final record of 3 wins, 3 losses, and 2 ties. As a relatively young and new team, they played well under the coaching of Miss Carol Robertson. The team ended up tied for fourth place in their league. VARSITY CAPTAINS Field Hockey is a sport of great teamwork and physical endurance. Knowing this. Miss Robertson has worked un- selfishly towards getting the team ready for the games. She’s not only a great help on the field but also someone we can turn to as a friend. The Seniors on the team wish to express our sincere thanks for all that Miss R. has done for us. 1st row: (left to right) J. Jackman. S. Homak. T. Tibbatts, S. Moore, M. L. Main, C. Anderson. B. Potvin. M. Laramie. 2nd row: L. Ferrari, M. E. Bruno. D. Peracchio. P. Hanlon, D. Didato, D. Schalpino. L. Strohm. P. Francis. P. Pierre, S. Lengel. L. Hynson, B. Mott. M. Mencgay, M. P. Ryan. Miss Robertson. Ill VARSITY FOOTBALL Jim Thommen Team Captains I. to r.—P. Sanford, K. Ely, Coach Oshan, P. Francis. G. Greene. Frank Kovacs Bob Piorkowski Dave Smith The 1972 WILDC ATS, although their record fell below that of the previous season, had a fairly successful year marked by moments which were both beautiful and excit- ing. One of the season’s high points was the game with Immaculate High, one of our newer rivals. Bethel defeated Immaculate 42-20 in a contest which saw ALL AREA Senior Don Buttendorf, scoring three times with the help of Senior linemen Pete Sanford. Bob Matta, Pete Francis, Jim Thommen, and Bob Piorkowski. The week after the triumph over Immaculate, Bethel defeated New Milford 27-0. The Green Wave of New Milford was unable to score against a defense which included, among others. Frank Kovacs, ALL AREA and ALL CONFERENCE Tackle Jim Thommen. John Hruch, Pete Francis, Tom Ryan, and Kevin Ely. Other standouts during the long season were ALL AREA and ALL CONFERENCE Juniors, Greg Greene and Dave Pomfret. Victory also came to Bethel in the mud of Brookfield. Football, to the Senior players, is a truly beautiful sport, a test of a man’s brawn, brain, and agility. At Bethel the sport and the ‘73’ season were made unforgettable by the coaching staff led by Coach Oshan and including Coaches Hunt, Carl, Milne, and Ciancio. Richard Lindeborn Tom Ryan FOOTBALL TEAM (1. to r.) J. Davis. J. Hruch, J. Thommen. R. Lindeborn. T. Rvan, B. Matta, F. Kovacs, P. Francis. K. Ely. P. Sanford G. Greene. D. Buttendorf. B. Piorkowski. D. Smith. J. Frantz. D. Pomfret. Row 2: Coach Oshan, M. Mohr, J. Francis. K Stiles, R Santiago P. Smith. R. Lengel, K. Garvey. S. Kratky. R. Martin. G. Keiflcr, B. Heckel. B. Evans. T. Kelly. M. Leima. Row 3: D. Dempsev. D. Sutherland. B. Pierre. R. Martel. R. Peterson. D. Dclouis. J. Stratman, K. Molles. M. Zowine. B. Kellog. B. Connell. M. Keegan. VARSITY BASKETBALL 1st row: (left to right) J. Frantz, A. Hall. B. Griswold, M. Marlin. B. Budd. 2nd row: Coach Burak. C. Clark, co-captain, G. Tallant, G. Terry. C. Stage. J. Hruch. B. Hasse, manager (absent G. Greene, co-captain). George Terry Curt Stage 117 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Chris Clark Left to right: Mr. Green. K. Kenny. R. Scalzo. B. Martin. D. Clark. J. Robinson, B. Pomfret. J. Tarrant, G. Keiffer, B. Nelson. G. Leroux. G. Adkin. R. Scalzo. ran kil 118 Bethel Wildcats vs. Barlow Falcons The Varsity Team and Coach Burak 120 Mr. Green, C. Clark, and Coach Burak STUFF” For the third year in a row, under the experienced eye of Coach Pete Burak, the Wildcat basketball team succeeded in qualifying for the C.I.A.C. Tournament. Sparkplugged by the deadly jumpshot of Curt Stage, assisted by the steadiness of Juhn Hruch, the dynamic defense of Chris Clark, and the ballhandling of Jeff Frantz, all seniior members on the team, the overall record was 11-10. The starting five was rounded out by the dependable Greg Greene and towering George Terry. Other Members of the squad who added depth and confidence were juniors Bob Budd, Mike Martin, Bruce Griswold, Gary Tallent, Smoky Hall, and sophomore Dave Clark. REBOUND” Bethel Boosters 122 Pep Rally Cathy Burke 123 Supporting our teams this year, as in the past, was that wild, enthusiastic, pretty, energetic group known as the Cheerleaders. With a new variety of cheers, new hand-made uniforms and the old spirit, they helped rouse the spirits and the vocal chords of the fans in both moments of triumph and defeat. The Yearbook Staff salutes the girls for their magnificent contribution to sports at B.H.S. Captain Cathy Burke and Advisor Miss Lore Wagner Varsity Cheerleaders S Hansen. D. Clark. K. Kidd. M. Shepard. N. Falls. L. Patti. C. Killian, and S. Stratman. INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL THE COACHES Mrs. Dec Mr. Swanson Miss Robertson Traditionally the coaching .staff of Bethel has been placed in the faculty section of the “Wildcat”. Perhaps it is more appropriate to place them, as we have, in the center of those athletes whose skills they have developed so well. Coach Oshan 128 GIRL’S BASKETBALL 1st row: Miss Miller, D.Didato. M.E.Bruno, L.Pollard. N.Hall, D.Scalpino. N.Coleman. B.Heller. 2nd row: K.Morhardt, C.Boyd. L. Hynson. J.Blauvelt. C.McHugh. S.Lengel, P.Pierrie, D.Smerkanicz. M. P.Ryan. M.Laramie. Jean Sanford ■ The Girls Basketball team, under the direction of Miss Miller, had a successful season. They ended their season with a 7-5 record. They placed 2nd in the W.C.C. League. Nancy Hall was the team captain and Kate Morhardt was the manager. The Junior Varsity team ended their season with a 4-8 record. Nancy Hall. Miss Linda Miller 1st row: K. Sanford. L. Pollard, N. Hall, L. Ferrarii, B. Freeborn, E. Kaptein. 2nd row: J. Jessen. C. Clark. L. Cooper. N. Faust. L. Johnson. S. Stumpf, J. May forth. 3rd row: Mrs. Dec. K. Kidd. M. Paris. C. Page, C. Chapman, C. Boyd, D. Bobbie. J. Overthrow. D. Deittcr. J. Standish. VOLLEYBALL The Girl’s Volleyball team has been very successful this year. At this writing they were undefeated in the C.I.A.C. regional tour- nament. with two games left against, Thomaston and Brookfield. The team is in second place in the W.C.C. league. Mrs. Dec is the coach of the team and has greatly contributed to their successful season. The managers of the team this year are Terry Tibatts and Pam Francis. Twinkle Toes!!! What form??? Bump to the net Stretch Freshmen Team Bump. Ferarri style Seniors: 1st row Lucy Ferarri. Mi- chelle Paris. Nancy Faust. 2nd row Linda Cooper. Kathy Kidd. Cindy Chapman. Jana Standish. 131 INDOOR TRACK Isl row: Mr. DeMille. K.Overthrow. D. Tierney. L. Johnson. G.Staib. Mr.Uzwiak. 2nd row: M.Reeves. R.Quell. B.Evans. K.Stolle, J. Cooper. P.Schncidcr, P.Braun. M.Cahill. E. Salgado. The indoor Track Team had a very successful season this year, with several, outstanding runners. In the Class M Stale Tournament Bethel placed high in the events. Dave Tierney took 3rd place in the 2-mile run. Kurt Stolle earned 1st place in the mile, a new school record was set when Keith Overthrow ran the 60 yard high hurdles. Another school record was set when the team of Dave Tierney, K.Stolle, K.Overthrow, and L.Johnson ran the 1,600 yard relay with a time of 3:07. 132 Mr. John DeMille Dave Tierney. Keith Overthrow. L.Johnson, Kurt Stolle 133 Mr. DeMille, Gar)- Staib, Keith Overthrow. Dave Tierney. Larry Johnson. Mr. Uzwiak. INDOOR TRACK Keith Overthrow Gary Staib Kurt Stolle Larry Johnson TENNIS (left to right) row 1 Mrs. Dec, M. Schork. J. Standish, K. Nash, M.E. Shepard. S. Taylor. M. Menegay. K. Kidd. row 1: B. Key, R. Keough. B. Coe, C. Kidd. A. Wold, C. Howley. row I: M. Schork, J. Standish, L. Ferrarri, K. Kidd. The Girls and Boys Tennis teams look promising for the 1973 sea- son. The Girls team has many returning players and should be strong. The Boy’s team, a com- paratively new team, hopes for a successful season. Seniors on the teams are Kathy Kidd, J. Stan- dish, M. Schork, L. Ferrari, R. Piorkowski, R. Keough. (Aju... Aj )uxjulA miL i ittte omJ ehxmh lufi Le LeoAtS ofo oM. Distributive Education Mr. Edward Golob Vocational Education Mr. Joseph Tarrant Peter Sanford’s interview. 139 DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION An interview with Anne Mclean Robin Haenn Kathy Lawlor Joanne Rella 140 Robin Kennedy D.E. I: Boh Budd. Callic Dixon, John Downing. Debbie Fahan, Kathy Garvey. Bill Lindley, Frank Pacific. Louis Pacific. Rich Dickinson. Jody Gallant. Robin Kennedy. Sue Kovacs. Kathy Lawlor. Greg McMahon. Ann McLean. Michelle Paris. Joanne Rella. Peter Sanford. Kurt Stolle. Gail Silva. Phylhs Vecchia. Joan Blauvelt. Steve Byxbee. Laura Caruso. Barry Connell. Ward Driscoll. Bonnie Gunther. Robin Hacnn, Debbie Heegc. Cindy Herring. Karen Hughes, Cindy Massena. Donna Mattone. Brian Mullanev. Sue Nelson. Sharon Plourde. Pat Rajcok. Karen Sanford. Sue Silliman. David Tierney. D.E. II: Pam Coyle, Brenda Gaylord, Ten Huygo, Wayne LaBarre. Kevin Morton, Gary Staib. Joan Blauvelt Peter Sanford 141 DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION CLUB TROUPE 1st Row (left to right): R.Lynch. S.Morandi. C.Keenan. S.Richards. C.Fleck. 2nd row: P.Matta. N.Lucente. D.Mattone, P.Lacacina, L.Patti, M.Newmark, M.Lewis, L.Corrigan, S Hansen. 3rd row: D.Sikorski. D.MacKenzie. C.Chapman. N.Sauchuk. C. Valerie. R.Santiago. L. Tangredi. B.Owens. 4th row: G.Selgin. C.Roland. J.Taylor, L.Benedict, T.O'Donnell, B.Whitlock, D.Lynch, S.O’Rourkc. The 1972-1973 school year once again witnessed Bethel’s “Troupe” performing exceptionally well in both the fields of comedy and drama. Living up to their well deserved reputation, “The Troupe” delighted Bethel audiences with their enactments of The “Diary of Anne Frank” and “Guys and Dolls”. The student actors and their irrepressible direc- tor Mrs. Loughran are deserving of the highest praise. 142 Mrs. Yolanda Loughran Rehearsal for “THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK ' 143 F.B.L.A. Sitting: (Left to right) K.Haenn. L.Tomaino. V.Kouspos, S.Silliman. S.Dennis. M.Cahili. Standing: F.Kravarik. J.Copper, P.Sanford. R.Keough. B.Pomfret. K.Stolle. C.Herring. B.Moore. JUNIOR SHOW On March 16 and 17, the Class of 1974 present- ed, “Chaotic Capers”. Directed by Cecilia Keenan, the show was proclaimed as a smash hit by all. The “Wildcat” staff apologizes for the fact that space precludes mentioning the long list of indi- vidual Juniors who contributed to the success of the Junior Show. BAND Isl row: J. Nimtz. N. Tedford. D. Petrini. M. B. Corrao. S. Hornak. C. Ford. L. Benedict. P. Francis, P. Dran. J. Hunt. 2nd row: M. Dran. K. Morton, B. Denzel, J. Delaney, L. Lindstrom. K. Shrogrcn, M. E. Strccker. D. Ailing. M. Lewis. G. Epple. 3rd row: B. Hornak, J. Tarrant. T. Sullivan, S. O'Rourke. B. Griswold. R. Martel. M. Penyak, D. Smith. B. Hasse. C. Plate. Mr. Anthony. 4th row: E. Kijck. D. Sterry, L. Didato, B. Moore. S. Grana, J. Scalzo. D. Sutherland. D. Davis. R. Carl. R. Hendren, J. Ganley. Left to right: 1st row: L. McMahon. L. Bendict. S. Tumpf. S. Allen. T. Holt. L. Richards. R. Baldelli, J. Esselman. 2nd row: C. Crunert. B. Heller. C. Morris, M. Moran. K. Fancher. P. Hanlon. A. Oman, D. Beauregard. M. Dalbis. 3rd row: C. Wagener. D. Didato, M. B Corrao. D. Scalpino. D. Cook, J. DcLaney, M. Brown, M. Walthers. L. Richards. 4th row: J. Audiffred. J. Overthrow. C. Williams. D. Scanlon. S. Lengel, Mrs. Gustafson. 5th row: D. Carlson, C. McHugh. B. Terry. M. Paterson. K. Dcrring. CHORUS 145 On floor: E. Franscisco. 1st row (left to right): M. Dalbis, L. Aruda, L. Carrigan. D. Clark. T. Christos. N. Coleman. C. Kilian. K. Meskill. 2nd row: K. Kidd. S. Jones. J. Meslin. S. Richards. M. Carlson. K. O'Neil. K. Sanford. E. Mendes, G. Main. 3rd row: R. Sanford. D. Mackenzie. K. Smith. B. Budd. B. Bradford. F. Borscy. M. B. Corrao, S. Hansen. K. Nash, S. Marchisio, J. Rclla, D. Keegan. G. Selgin. A. Wolk. R. Lynch. J. Menti. M. Carley, J. Daly, G. Marshall. 4th row: L. Corrigan. L. Tangredi. C. Valerie. L. Nelson. D. Dalbis. M. Menegay. 5th row: D. Carlson, C. McHugh. B. Terry, M. Patterson. K. Deering. D. Scminara, P. Matta. G. Marshall. R. Marchisio. M. Carley. T. Saunders. STUDENT COUNCIL 147 WILDCAT STAFF 1st row (left to right): R. DeMatteo. P. Murkland, S. Mott. D. Sikorski. M. Schork. S. O’Rourke. 2nd row: Mr. Pellegrino. L. Fancher, S. Dardis. N. Faust, M. DeSantis, C. Chapman. D. Mackenzie, K. Kidd. J. Taylor. 148 Debbie McKenzie, Co-Editor Marianne DeSantis, Sales Manager. Roseann DiMat- teo. Business Manager. Pat Murkland. Literary Manager Sue Mott, Specialties A Message from the Editors: Keeping up with the BHS yearbook tradition, we have missed most of our set deadlines. But we have turned out, to the best of our ability, what we think is representative of our class. We hope that the efforts of the Wildcat Staff will be appreciated, considering the long hours of hard work that was put into it. We would like to thank all of our friends who helped us to make it a success. We would especially like to thank Mr. Pelligrino who pulled us through many a tight spot. Thank-you, Cindy and Debbie Don Bolser, Photography Chair- Nancy Faust, Lay-out man 149 FUTURE TEACHERS Isi row (left to right): N. Tedford, B. Szost. F. Gonazlez, M. DeSantis, S. Cherry, L. Benedict. J. DeLaney. K. Fleckenstcin, I. Walberg. D. Caff rev. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 1st row (left to right): S. Mott. I. Walberg, P. Murk- land. C. Chapman. M. DeSantis. 2nd row: J. Stan- dish, S. Dardis. M. Schork. K. Kidd. 3rd row: K Ely. D. Short, S. O'Rourke. J. Taylor, Mrs. Standish. 150 KEY CLUB 1st row: V. Kouspus, B. Whitlock. A. Wolk. 2nd row: D. Sikorski. Mr. Proli. J. Edelmann. A. Johnson. Officers: Dave Sikorski—President Vincent Kouspos—Vice-President Alex Wolk—Secretary James Edleman—Treasurer The Key Club is a civic service club, a B.H.S. extension of the Danbury Kiwanis Club. The main purpose of the Key Club is to develop and promote projects that could benefit our school or community. This year the Key Club members have acted as guides to various school activities, have helped to raise money for Southbury Training school, have stamped text books, and have purchased basketballs for the school. AFS CLUB 1st row (left to right): I. Walberg, S. O’Rourke, M. Schork, L. Ferrari. R. Di- Matteo.C. Walberg. 2nd row: Mr. Quigley, advisor. L. Lukic, S. Mott. N. Tedford. P. Murkland. K. Styles, A. Deak, L. Bene- dict, Miss Wagner, advisor. “I remember that night before, I could not sleep; I was too excited and at the same time very much worried. I remember a crowded yellow bus and many new faces to me. I remember Marietta introducing me to many students: This is Lucy from Italy ... she doesn’t understand very well ... speak slowly ... ! Yes, that was my first day in B.H.S. where I was going to live a great part of my “American experience”. Pretty soon I got used to many things that were different from my Italian school, such as teachers speaking English instead of Italian: That’s a very important thing if you don’t know a word of English! Or moreover, the fact of changing rooms every period, (in Italy it is the teacher who changes rooms) and I couldn’t get those classrooms and halls straight. I kept getting lost. It seems to me it was just yesterday when I started to learn Field Hockey with Miss Robertson ... when I got a black eye in the last game ... or when we played volleyball with Mrs. Dec., because the time went by very fast, too fast. It is already time for me to leave Bethel. My Special “thank-you” is for all the Seniors, I will never forget the time that we spent together in so many school activities. It was useful for me not just to learn English, but also to understand other people’s point of view, to find new friends. What else may I say if not “Ciao a tutti!” Bye, bye to all of you. I hope in the future when you think of your Senior year in High School, you will remember me, as one of your friends.” 152 “Connecticut is on the ocean, north front New York”. Do you know where it is now? When I got the first letter from my new American parents I had never really heard about Connecticut, no less Bethel. I had wanted so much to go somewhere in the south or to California where most of my friends went. “You are the silly one who is going to Connecticut!” Yes I was going to meet a new life somewhere in America. I was going to learn English. I was very scared. 1 left my family, my friends, and my house far behind. Now I am in Bethel and I’ve been here more than seven months. I am now part of your life. I am a Senior in Bethel High School, and 1 am proud of that. I like Bethel, my American parents, and all the friends that I have here. I will never forget this year spent in Bethel. Our long times spent at Roger’s Park skating, the day when I went with Michelle and John to the Neil Young Concert, and of course, our Senior float, and also the many basketball and football games. In the followkng months I would like to see as much as I can. The only feeling that I can tell you is that everybody should try to be an exchange student because it is one of the greatest experiences a person can ever have. And you know always reminds me of you? ... “Come on guys, let’s go to Friendlys”. Lidija Patty Murkland, Sue Mott, and Lidija Lukic with her hamburger. Lucy Ferrari and Lidija Lukic CHESS CLUB 1st row (left to right): Robert Ferguson. Mr. Janesky, R. Duckett. B. Lackas. 2nd row: D. Sikorsky. 1. Walberg, Mr. Perlman, S. Faust. 1st row (left to right): R. St. Amand. B. Tobin. J. Politcc. J. Gakdcr. 2nd row: E. London. Mr. Kost, S. LaBarrc. 3rd row: T. Waghcr, B. Bums, D. Sikorsky, P. Ailing. R. Martel, R. Santiago, B. Hasse, L. lannacone. A.V.A. CLUB 154 1st row (left to right): R Marchisio. D. Wells, M. P. Ryan. N. Coleman. M. Butcher. L. Ferrari. S. Johnson. P. Lacagnina. 2nd row: B. Coe. C. Kidd. T. Christos, Mrs. Haley. J. Shepard. D. Pomfret. M. Schork. J. Delaney. 3rd row: T. Lofgren. M. E. Shepard, J. Carton. R Streaman. J. Astle. D. Coyle, D. Lynch, Mr. Quigley. B. Finger. D. Ailing. R. Martel. J. Walsh. A. DeBruyn, M. Heymann. D. Shepard. SKI CLUB 1st row: C. Kidd. S. LaBarre, S. DeGrazia. M. Albanese. 2nd row: Mr. Murkland. D. Coyle. A. Franco. R. DeLeo. C. Priest. J. Francis. 3rd row: B. Whitlock. C. Peterson, J. Hixon. J. Parker. 4th row: T. Sullivan. M. Reeves, V. Virgilio, S. Allen, G. Epple. R. Hornak. HOCKEY CLUB The Senior Play was a great success due to the guidance of our director, Mr. Walter Hartsburg. He devoted many hours to the play and we would like to thank him for his greatly appreciated help. THANK-YOU. 156 TAKE HER SHE’S MINE” Senior Play of 1973 Leading Roles: Kathy Kidd...............Molly Michaelson Frank Kovacs ......Mr. Frank Michaelson Susan Dardis.............Annie Michaelson Marietta Schork............Liz Michaelson Our play was a worthwhile experience during which we learned more about our friends and classmates. INTERNATIONAL SET U.B. BEATMAN PROGRAM (Left to right): Ilane Walberg, Michelle Menegay. Cindy Chapman. Roseanne DiMatteo, Pat Murkland. 1st row: K. Meskill, M. Menegay. M. B. Carrao. P. Lacanina. 2nd row: L. Lindstrum, D. Mickey, I. Walberg. K. Shorgren. Mr. Hartzburg. D. Dalbis. K. Styles. D. Clark, M. Lewis. JOURNALISM 1st row (left to right): J. McCarthy, K. Loman. D. Bodnar, D. Breese, L. Ferrari, C. Salgado. C. Burke. B. J. Frohock. 2nd row: P. Murkland. D. Mattone, S. Dennis, T. Kennedy, N. Faust, L. Lukic, S. Morandi. M. J. Shanley. K. Morton. 3rd row: G. Hale. B. Budd, T. Ryan. B. Agee. R. Keough. L. Johnson, K. Overthrow, R. Martcll. R. Strcaman, S. Kratky, A. Franco. PHOTO CLUB 159 1st row (left to right): K. Morton. B. Clark. Mr. Janesky, M. Heymann. 2nd row: D. Bodnar, C. Burke. W. Meyers. T. Waghcr, S. O’Rourke. 6u yulfc toM o oamL yOiL ImMHjJ wheAACeA X owe. TQJL(fiUAJL iUlAMHMiy.---- youAJe. gxrfr vubaajL] James Taylor 160 Mr. Robert S. Bullard Business Manager Dr. Gerard E. Murphy Superintendent of Schools BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION The principal of a High School plays many roles in the course of a school year. He is the chief educator, administrator, disciplinarian, counselor and even cheer- leader for an entire school community. During our four years at B.H.S. we have seen Mr. Merullo cast in each of these roles. He performs well in each. In writing this short caption and at- tempting to find the words which best describe our feelings for this man, we choose two. Mr. Merullo is a man we “like” and perhaps more important, a man we “respect”. Mr. Emanuel A. Merullo Principal Mr. Frank C. Forster Assistant Principal 163 mi Mrs. Mary Collins Never use contractions in a formal essay. Mrs. Carolee Fairchild Department Head I’m on my way to the Middle School.” Miss Mary Louise Wallace “You’ve got to be kidding!” Mr. Peter Burak Let me tell you, son ... ENGLISH Mrs. Carol Burak ‘I’m Mrs. BurakV Mr. Michael Quigley ‘No, I do not have a caterpillar on my upper lip!!” Miss Suaan Curry ‘‘No notebook? I’ll see you at 2:06 with your notebook. Mrs. Carol Brawley I can’t believe everyone did the homework!! 165 SOCIAL STUDIES Miss Lillian Lynch “All right.” Mr. Francis Selleck Department Head “Gee, I just got a ticket for reckless driving.” 166 Mr. Arnold Blum I guarantee every student will get a grade.” Mr. Michael Pellegrino “As a matter of fact... ” 167 Mr. Jack Leonard ‘Look what Santa brought me!’ SPECIAL AREAS Mrs. Carol Gustafson ‘Make it sound mushy, like marshmallows.' Mrs. Carol Haley ‘Would you like to join the ski club?’ P PS Mrs. Barbara Bennett ‘You have 73 overdue WHA 77??” 168 Mr. Robert Anthony ‘Please don’t cut through the band room again. Mr. Walter Hartsburg “I’m in the hot-seat.” 169 Mr. Joseph Pacific Do it for homework, and I’ll tell you the answer tomorrow.' Mr. Michael DeFazio Your assignment is on the board.” MATHEMATICS 170 King and Queen “Since when have they been using margarine in the cafeteria?” ART Mrs. Lynn Messner, Mrs. Nelson, Mr. Steven Gunn “Don’t be afraid, it’s just a camera.” Mr. Steven Gunn ‘Why didn’t my mother name me Peter?’ 172 Mrs. Arlene Menegay Please don’t drip on the floor.” Mr. Donald Cann “Since when have you been selling chocolate-covered ants?' t NON-TEACHING PERSONNEL Mrs. Barbara Negri “Keep the door closed ... I’ll scream if there’s a draft!” Mrs. Connie Somoskovec I know that kid’s schedule is here somewhere.” Mr. Daniel DcBlois “You’ll get a real charge out of this.” 174 Mr. Herbert Perlman I always carry around a wallet-size photo of myself. SCIENCE 17$ Mr. Daniel Moreno More junk mail ... Resident??” Mr. Albert Janesky Department Head FACULTY CANDIDS ADVERTISEMENTS CONSOLIDATED CONTROLS CORPORATION BELLARDINELLI TIRE CO. INC. 15 Durant Avenue Bethel, Conn. (A Subsidiary of CONDEC Corp.) 178 Best of Luck to CLASS of ’73' A + W DRIVE-IN (Rt.7) “Congratulations” THE PIZZA SHOP 4 Balmforth Ave. Danbury, Ct. 743-3071 “Best Wishes” CLASS of 1976 179 Compliments of BRONSON SONIC POWER, INC. CHROME ENGINEERING, INC. 405 Central Ave. Bridgeport, Ct. 06607 Best Wishes The FAMOUS CLEANERS and TAILORS BHS DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION STORE 92 Greenwood Ave. Bethel, Conn. 06801 CLASS OF GRADUATE TO AWASAKI AWASAKI OF DANBURY “THE MOTORCYCLE DEPT. 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