Bishop Byrne High School - Christopher Yearbook (Port Arthur, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1982 volume:

Christopher 1982 Bishop Byrne High School Port Arthur, Texas Volume XXXIV Dedication 1982 Sister Beth Borne We, the members of the Christopher stoff, dedicate this year's annual to Sister Beth. We commend her for the work she has put into keeping Byrne open. She is our principal, teacher, and someone to whom anyone ot any time con look for help. Thank you. Sister Beth! The Irish Festival CLASSES Class of 1982 Steve Alvarez Michael Arceneaux Marty Arredondo Carlton Dali Leslie Beard Christopher Blanton Kim Boudreaux Tod Boutte Jill Bowen Cassandra Boyance Sandra Boyance Donna Brownlee Brit Broussard Mary Burch Lisa Champagne Philip Chauvin James Clayton David Collazo Jo Carol Cormier Donnie Couvillon Janis Dorman Bryan Doyle Kyle Forbes Margaret Fowler Steve Garcia 10 Looks to the Future Kelly Gospard Ted Gay Scott George Marty Gonzalez Michele Gonzales Angela Guidry Gene Hardy Michele Heisner Nicole Hottendorf Carl Holzapfel Brenda Hughes Diane Junot James Loflin Darrell McKee Laura Martin Steve Martin Gay Melancon Christine Michon Kevin Morgan Stacy Murty Michael Ned Casey Oldham Leslie O'Neal Shelia Paris Tammy Placette 12 fthrili 0Wu o. Gay Melancon and Christine Michon receive Communion from Angelo Guidry. b. Steve Gorcia walks off as the proud bearer of a Blessed Senior Ring. c. Seniors display their rings: Carl Holzapfel, Steve Alvarez, Scott George, Stacy Murty, Kelly Gaspard, Janis Dorman, and Michelle Garcia. 13 Seniors Choose Careers James Polk Robin Rodriguez Tim Russell Mary Sandoval Mozelle Salvagio Robert Simon Wendy Solari Mary Jo Sommerville Mildred Taville Ruddy Taylor Caren Tremonte Sharian Valsin Aurora Villarreal Isidro Villarreal John Weber Not Pictured: Jerry Glasscock, Tim Ward, and Mike Prejean Brenda Wheat Loretta Wyble 14 Seniors Show Leadership Ability 15 Tonya Arredondo Galen Badeaux Anita Beard Debbie Begnaud John Blanton Bruce Borque Lori Broussard Toni Broussard Carol Burris Angela Champagne Charleen Christian Cynthia Coleman Mary Davis Maria de la Rosa Sylvia de la Rosa Jody DeRouen Patricia Deshotels Lawrence Drago Juniors Anticipate Senior Year 16 17 18 Clare Tremonfe Chris Urbina Mike Ventrello Suzanne Walker Elizabeth Walkes Russell Montgomery Chris Mott Anna Ozuna Mark Porterie Keith Reynolds John Richards Omar Saumell Brenda Sewell Cody Soares Ricky Stansbury Michael Storch Valerie Talenda 19 Rolando Arceneaux Joey Beard Clay Bonin Angela Boudreaux Roland Boudreaux Brent Borque Karen Broussard Willie Broussard Harry Brown Quentin Brown Steve Burris Steve Clayton Cathrina Coleman Shari Dickson Kenneth Edgerton Super Sophs '81-'82 20 a. Members of the Sophomore Class at the retreat. q. Sophomore doss officers: Karen Talenda, president; Steve Burris, vice-president; Angela Boudreaux, secretary-treasurer. b. Student Council Representatives: Shelley George, Karen Talenda, Willie Broussard, Karen Broussard. c. Clay Bonin, Brent Borque, and Michael Scully at work on a dissection. d. Cindy Reynolds, Michelle Solis, and Charlotte Milich prepare for a party. 21 Sophomore Retreat Offers Time for Fun and Reflection Tracy Shelley Jose Gaspard George Gonzales Mary Ann Vickie Darriel Goudeau James Johnson Michael Shelleen Charlotte Johnson Kasper Mllich a. Phyllis Arsement and Father Jeff Wood at the Sophomore retreat. b. Listeners at the retreat. c. Mary Ann Goudeau caught by surprise. 22 a. Sophomores moke o pyramid ot the Rhonda Miller Doris Molina Marvin Ned Shawn Nolan Christine Ortiz Terrance Paris Cindy Reynolds Kelli Sartin Michael Scully Eric Segrest Michelle Solis Karen Talenda Louis Valsin Ellen Webre Marla Wyble 23 Tracy Ball Norris Broussard Mark Brown Todd Brown Bobby Brownlee Hui Bui Gracielo Contreras a. Freshmon president Becky Guidry and secretory-treasurer Sheri Stockton. b. Freshmen listen to music during a doss party. c. Shamrock carriers ore Arthur Ozuno, Ralph Villarreal. Mikey Gonzalez, and Emil Milich. d. Freshmon cheerleaders: Gina Tat- mon, Sheri Stockton, Tracy Boll. Cheryl Martinez (Head Cheerleader), Becky Guidry, and Carol Landry. e. Philip Drogo, Darren Davolos, and Craig Boland play Dungeons and Dragons. f. Mark Brown and Coach Umphrey take time out to play chess. 24 Freshmen Get Into the Swing of Things 25 a. Student Council Representatives: Kimberly Whitton, Becky Guidry, Carol Landry, Stephanie Tomlinson. b. Christie Tremonte and Margaret DerGarabe- dian during a card game. c. Waiting in line to munch out are Gina Scully, Gina Tatman, and Cheryl Martinez. d. Sheri Stockton shows her spirit at cheerleader tryouts. e. Freshmen join in a card game. f. Mike Walker, Butch Randolph, Joseph Munoz, and George Manlongat play Dungeons and Dragons. g. Becky Guidry prepares to serve. h. Darren Davalos and Mark Brown match brains in chess. 26 Freshmen Have Many Interests Joseph Munoz Arthur Ozuno Anita Quisqulson Butch Randolph Edwondo Rogers Gino Scully Marshall Simon Sheri Stockton Gina Tatman Stephanie Tomlinson Christie Tremonte Ralph Villarreal 9- J Trena Vincent Kimberly Whltton Not pictured: Bobby Breaux 27 School Board and Administrators Work Together to Solve Problems i. The 1981-’82 School Board: Arthur Henderson, Cecil Broussard, J.J. Deshotels, Maximo Cardenas, Chef Talenda. Father Bennie Patillo, Diocesan board representative Dr. Eugene Martinez, President Paul Beard, Vice-President Tyrone Reynolds, Sister Beth Borne, Secretary Shirley Edgerly, Carolyn Martinez, and Sister Rose Mary Cousins. 28 q. Bishop Bernard Ganter b. Sister Beth Borne, Principal c. Father Bennie Patillo, Vicar of Education d. Sister Rose Mary Cousins, Superintendent e. Sister Louise O'Brien, Alumni Office 29 Teachers Provide Challenge and Inspiration a. Lorry Tolson - Head Football Coach, Basketball Coach, Athletic Director. b. Mrs. Kitty Stephens - Geometry, Algebra I, II. c. Miss Monica LeBlanc - French I, II, English III, Photography, Dean of Students. 31 Faculty 32 Promotes Excellence v r o. Mrs. Alvine Sonnier — Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals of Math I, II, Algebra I, Introductory Algebra I. b. Mrs. Peggy Knight — English III, IV, and American History. c. Miss Joan Letulle — Write it Right, and English III. d. Mrs. Barbara Baker - English IV, and Development e. Mrs. Saint Romain — Scripture and Morality. 'v' 33 34 Staff Seeks Excellence 37 Shamrock Football Shows Promise 39 Never a Dull Moment With the '81 Shamrocks 40 o. The referee folks fo coptoins Jody DeRouen and Michael Scully of fhe Kel- ly gome. b. Ted Goy fries for 3. c. Philip Chouvin, feam photographer, and his dod on Senior Night. d. Senior Shamrocks named to the oil- district or all-district honorable mention teams: Scott George, Robert Simon, Gene Hardy, Steve Alvarez, Ted Gay, Carl Holzapfel. Not pictured: Michael Ned. 42 43 a. Varsity Basketball team with their first place trophy from the Orangefield tournament. Glenn Martinez, John Fowler, Steve Martin, John Heisner, Coach Tolson, Bruce Borque, Michael Johnson, Gene Hardy, and Ricky Stansbury. b. Glenn Martinez shows good sportsmanship after the Nederland game. c. Leap Steve Leapl 44 q. Steve Martin is prepared to dunk-if . b. Most Valuable players: Steve Martin. Not pictured: Glenn Martinez. c. All-District player Glenn Martinez, surrounded by Honorable Mentions: Bruce Dorque and John Fowler. Not pictured is Steve Martin who was also an All-District player. 45 Young Shamrocks Look Good q. Mark Fish Drown shoots o free throw. b. Kocy Lewis maneuvers around his opponent. c. Freshman team members: Marshall Simon, Jason Lan- dry, and Kacy Lewis rest dur- ing half-time. d. Chris Fowler goes for a e. Jason Landry demonstrates his defensive skill. 47 Baseball 'Rocks Show Spirit 49 50 51 District and State Placlngs Anita Beard Anna Ozuna Karen Talenda Bruce Borque Larry Locke Glenn Martinez Charles Ned Marvin Ned Michael Ned EVENT 860 run 3200 run 3200 run 1600 relay shotput 1600 relay 800 run 1600 run 110 hurdles 1600 relay DIST. STATE 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 52 a. 1982-1963 Cheerleaders: Teri Macoluso. Marla Wyble, Susan Edgerly, Ellen Webre and Lyndi Methvin rest at the district track meet with John Heisner and Chris Fowler. b. Marvin Ned helps brother Michael stretch. c. John Heisner runs toward home. d. Galen Dadeaux runs toward the finish line. e. Brent Borque gives his all in his race. f. State Qualifiers: Michael Ned. Larry Locke. Anna Ozuna, Marvin Ned, Karen Talenda. Bruce Borque, Anita Beard, and Glenn Martinez. g. Mighty Mile Relay: Bruce Borque, Marvin Ned, Michael Ned, Gienn Martinez, and Charles Ned. h. Michael Ned receives hand-off from Marvin. i. Another good hand-off, from Michael to Bruce Borque. 53 a. The Varsity Volleyball Team: Marla Wyble, Mary Davis, Ellen Webre, Shelley George, Christine Michon, Michelle Gonzalez, Gay Melancon. b. The Junior Varsity Team: Cynthia Coleman, Rhonda Miller, Doris Molina, Karen Broussard, Cathrina Coleman. Shari Dickson. Michelle Solis, Kelli Sartin, Christine Ortiz, Karen Talenda, Cindy Reynolds. c. Karen Broussard bumps the ball as Cindy Reynolds looks on. d. The Freshman Team: Gina Tatman, Becky Guidry, Carol Landry, Tina Jones, Dana Martin. 54 56 q. Mary Davis shows her serving ability. b. Michelle Gonzalez puts power behind her serve. c. Shelley George, Gay Melancon, and Michelle Gonzalez warm-up before the big Kelly d. Coach Uhlmon gives the team pointers during the Kelly Game. e. Marla Wyble puts great effort into saving the ball as the rest of her teammates look on. f. The Varsity Team before the Marian Game. g. Ellen Webre shows off her serve. h. Gina Tatman concentrates on her serve. 57 Softball Team Works Together 58 59 Athletes Shine q. Marvin Ned. Athlete of the Year. b. Scott George receives the John Kirwin Award. c. Morvin Ned. receives the trophy for Athlete of the Year. d. Athletes awarded Most Valuable Player In their respective sports are: Anna Ozuna, Glenn Martinez. Michelle Gonzalez, Gene Hardy. Steve Alvarez. Robert Simon, Kyle Forbes, Marvin Ned, Michael Ned. and Larry Locke. 61 Colleens Keep the Spirit Up 64 Colleens Keep Marching 65 Colleens Liven q. The 1981-1982 Colleen tenors ore Koren Tolendo, Cindy Reynolds, Teri Mocoluso, Nikki Hottendorf, Rolando Arceneaux, and Rhonda Miller, b. The Colleen snares are: Catrina Coleman. Teri Millard, Anita Beard. An- na Ozuna - Snare Sergeant, Tracy Ball, Shelly Edgerfon, Sheri Stockton, Brenda Wheat, Dana Martin, and Gina Tatman. 66 Up Halftime a. Cynthia Coleman played bass. b. The Cymbals are: Gay Melancon, Donna Brownlee - Cymbal Sergeant, and Brenda Sewell. c. Sharlan Valsln, Shelia Paris, and Cassandra Boyance march on the field. d. The Colleen Little People run around during halftime. e. Brenda Hughes, Lisa Champagne - Baritone Sergeant, Becky Guidry, Ellen Webre, and Marla Wyble, are the 1961-82 baritones. 67 After All the Hard Work a. The Colleen bells ore: Kimberly Whltton, Angelo Boudreaux. Stephanie Tomlinson. Carol Landry. Standing - Vickie James, Karen Broussard. Shelley George, and Sheri Dixon. Karen Broussard and Shelley George were sergeants. b. The Seniors pose for their last Colleen Banquet. c. Jill Gullbeau, Lyndi Methvin, Laura Gonzalez, Susan Edgerly, and Debbie Begnaud are ready for the beach. (AS always) d. Juniors perform a skit at the Colleen Banquet. The Colleens Find Time for Pleasure a. The Colleen bugles ore: Lori Droussord, Carol Durris, Stacie LaDure, Laura Gonzalez, Patricia Deshotels, Tina Jones. Charlotte Milich, Tonya Arradondo, Sylvia de la Rosa, Mary Jo Somerville, Aurora Villarreal, and Michelle Gonzalez — Dugle Sergeant. b. A surprised Colleen of the Year. c. Gay Melancon, Colleen of the Year. d. Lisa Champagne watches her slur. 70 72 Bishop Byrne's Shamrock Bond Stays In Tune o. The Bishop Byrne High School Shamrock Bond: First row,- Vickie James. Anna Ozuna, Shelly Edgerton, Kimberly Whitfon, Mary Ann Goudeau. Second row; Tina Jones, Lawrence Drago, Edwanda Rogers, Rolanda Arceneaux, Michael Kavanaugh, Willie Broussard. Butch Randolph, Tonya Arredondo, Donna Brownlee. Third row,- Karl Henry. Norris Broussard. Phillip Drago. Steve Burris. Herbert James. Galen Badeaux. Michelle Gonzalez. Standing; Mikey Gonzalez, Marshall Simon, Glenetta Holloway, and the director, Mr. Walter Shanks. b. This year's All City Band members are Karl Henry, Butch Randolph, Mary Ann Goudeau, Michelle Gonzalez, and Galen Badeaux. c. Herbert James was this year's drum major and Willie Broussard was the assistant drum major. o. The 1981-1982 Bond Council: Herbert Jomes, drum major; Donna Brownlee, president; Mary Ann Goudeau, vice-president; Shelly Edgerton, uniform quartermaster; Kimberly Whltton, secretary- treasurer; Willie Broussard, assistant drum major. b. Michelle Gonzalez won the Outstanding Musician Award. c. The section leaders; Donna Brownlee, saxophones; Michelle Gonzalez, trumpets; Glenetta Holloway, percussion; Willie Broussard, clarinets; Galen Badeaux, brass; and Vickie James, flutes. d. Mayor Sadler presents All City Band Certificate to Sister Beth. e. This year's award winners: Donna Brownlee. Michelle Gonzalez, Galen Badeaux, and Norris Broussard. 73 Shamrock Band Makes Beautiful Music o. The Bond ploys the school song at the bonfire. b. The high school bond ploys on for the Christmas concert. 75 Band Banquet Marks the End Of a Busy and Successful Year 76 q. Donna Brownlee receives Band award from Marine. b. Willie Broussard is happy after receiving participation award. c. Walter Shanks presents award to Mike Kavanaugh. 77 q. Diane Junot helps with the Christmas sale. b. Karen Broussard listens at workshop. c. Patricia Deshofels, Laura Gonzalez, and Susan Edgerly at a Stu- dent Council meeting. d. Nikki Hottendorf hard at work. e. Steve Burris, Glenetta Holloway, Brenda Sewell, Stephanie Tomlinson, and Gina Tatman dress up at Halloween in an activity sponsored by the Student Council. 78 79 Excellence In Academics a. Junior members of fhe Notional Honor Society: John Dlonton, Lawrence Drogo. Valerie Talen- da, Carol Burris. Suzanne Walker. Susan Edgerly, Clare Tremonfe. Marla de la Rosa, Patricia Deshotels. and Laura Gonzalez. b. New members of the National Honor Society: Steve Burris, Charloxte Milich, Teri Macaluso, and Anita Beard. c. Carol Burris sorts artwork for the Academic Rally. d. Susan Edgerly receives her pin from Casey Oldham. e. Marla De la Rosa grades papers during the Academic Rally. 80 The Notional Honor Society o. National Honor Society officers: Casey Oldhom, president; Margaret Fowler, vice-president; Diane Junot, secretary; Clare Tremonfe, treasurer. b. Senior members of the National Honor Society: Cosey Oldham, Dione Junot, Coren Tremonte, Jim Loflin, Leslie O'Neal, Margaret Fowler. Donno Brownlee. Not pictured: Mary Jo Somer- ville, Christine Michon, Aurora Villarreal. c. Jim Loflin grades papers for the Academic Roily. d. Louro Gonzalez, Casey Oldham, and Margaret Fowler take a break while working at the Academic Rally. e. Patricia Deshotels and Susan Edgerly total points for the sweepstakes award. 81 The Liturgy Team a. Members of the Liturgy Team ore: sitting — Donno Brownlee, Valerie Talenda, Doris Molina, Diane Junot, Herbert James, stan- ding - Vlki James, Mrs. Kline, Nicky Lopez, Katherine Oldham, and Mary Ann Goudeau. b. Father Wood says the Mass. c. Father Wood washes Bobby Brownlee's feet at Holy Thursday service. d. Laura Martin completes her hunger project for Lent. 82 Plans for a Meaningful Year a. The Communion ministers are: Philip Chouvin, James Loflin, Valerie Talenda, Margaret Fowler, Katherine Oldham, and Angela Guidry. b. The music group sings out loud and strong. c. Father Daleo, Father Wood, Bishop Ganter, and Monsignor Enderle at the mass for the open- ing of school. 83 The 1981- 82 Yearbook Staff Valerie Talenda, editor Lawrence Drago, business manager Philip Chauvin, head photographer Laura Gonzalez Karen Broussard Steve Burris Doris Molina Karen Talenda Dana Martin Kimberly Whitton 85 Serteens Stress Service q. The Serteen Officers: Mary Ann Goudeou, treasurer.- Michael Arceneaux. president; Herbert James, vice president; Vickie James, secretary,- Willie Broussard, sergeant at arms; and Steve Burris, vice president, b. Serteens discuss bombing of Pearl Har- bor with Harold Placette as Doris Molina, Diane Junot, Angela Boudreaux, and Mr. Tony Ippolito look on. With Some Fun Mixed In o. Mike, Karl, and Diane have fun on the Ice during Galleria trip. b. Two waiters dressed os firemen deliver 5-ALARM pizza to awaiting Serteen group. c. Group gets ready to devour pizza. d. Angela and Chris take time out from shopping to pose for picture. 87 Anchor Club Devotes Itself To Service in the Community 90 Texaco Sponsors Byrne's First Junior Achievement Group a. Junior Achievement Officers: Steve Bur- ris — President, Willie Broussard — Vice President of Marketing, Margaret Fowler — Vice President of Finance, Chris Fowler - Vice President of Production, Mary Ann Goudeou — Vice President of Public Relations, Vickie James - Secretary. b. Mr. Babbitt overseeing production of jumpercables that Valerie Talenda and Mary Burnet (Advisor) assemble. c. Margaret Fowler receiving officer's train- ing certificate from Mr. Moser. d. Glenn Johnson (Advisor) explaining to Mr. Babbitt the sales records. 91 Stilwell Students Learn a. Aurora Villarreal enjoys herself while drafting. b. Steve Alvarez works hard on a project. c. John Weber, Mike Ventrello, Steve Garcia, and Darrin Hodgson take some time away from their work in refrigeration and air conditioning repair. Technical Trades a. Robin Rodriguez works in the Stilwell office. b. Mott Merritt is in the middle of o job. c. Cody Soares, hard of work. d. Darrell McKee does body work on a car. e. Lori Broussard is a member of the Vocational Office Education 95 Foundation Drive Shows Community Support for Byrne Supporters Learn That School Will Remain Open a. Students worked on alumni records for the foundation drive. b. Dishop Ganter announces that Byrne will remain open as a Chan- nel 12 newsman gets the story. c. Diane Junot presents a plaque and a gift to the Talenda family in appreciation of their work for the drive. Mrs. Carol Talenda ac- cepts on behalf of the family. 97 a. Lyndi Methvin works on junior hall for Homecoming. b. Sophomores decorate halls for Homecoming. c. Byrne students celebrate Space Day. d. Students get involved with dress-up days. 99 Activities Abound q. The 1961 Homecoming Court. b. Seniors WRAP-IT-UP. c. Seniors build the bonfire. d. Cheering at the bonfire. e. Maria de la Rosa clowns around on '50's Day. f. Michelle Gonzalez dumps a pail of water over the Freshmen. g. Mary Davis, Matt Merritt, John Dlanton, and Carmel Garcia ham if up at the powder-puff game. h. Miss LeBlanc after doing the bat-spin. i. Teachers' team participating at the Games. 100 During Homecoming Week 101 102 o. Angela Guidry is crowned Homecoming Queen by Barbaro Gothia, last year's Homecoming Queen. b. Angela shows her brother her surprise at being announced Homecoming Queen. c. Runners-up were Janis Dorman and Loretta Wyble. d. Candidates for Homecoming Queen were Michele Garcia, Kim Boudreaux, Janis Dorman, Angela Guidry, Loretta Wyble, and Lisa Champagne. 103 Juniors Present A Christmas Carol c. Backstage at A Christmas Carol Scrooge - John Blanton. Tiny Tim - Christian Respess, Bob Crafchit - Lawrence Drago. d. Entire cast of A Christmas Carol”: (Back row left to right) Keith Reynolds. Lyndl Methvln, Jill Guilbeau, Maria de la Rosa. Glenetta Holloway, Troy Hebert, Patricia Deshotels. Jody DeRouen. Reagan Hernandez, Laura Roccaforte. Clare Tremonte, Erica Norris. Christian Respess. Anna Ozuna, Lawrence Drago. and John Blanton. 105 q. Coach Umphrey demonstrates his athletic abilities on the teachers volleyball team. -|Qg b. For her years of service. Sister Louise is presented with a gift from Student Council President Diane Junot. c. Mayor Saddler presents declaration of Catholic School Week to Sister Beth and Diane Junot. d. Faculty is presented apples on teacher appreciation day. e. Parents attend night school. For Catholic Schools Week 107 Irish Festival Proves Fun For All a. The Freshmen lend o hand at the b. Byrne supporter at the sweet shop. c. Mrs. Stephens and Mrs. Kline discuss the success of the carnival. 108 109 Cheerleaders Chosen for '82-'83 no q. New '82-'83 Cheerleaders: Terl Macaluso, Stacie LaDure. Marla Wyble, Ellen Webre. Susan Edgerly, and Lyndl Methvln. b. Stacie LaDure sings the school song. c. Ellen Webre finishes her cheer. d. Susan Edgerly is all smiles. Ill Colleens Choose Leaders 112 C i 113 Student Council Elections Are Held 114 Students Choose New Officers 115 Royalty Chosen King Steve Alvarez ond Queen Lisa Champagne Crown and Scepter Bearers Joshua Junot and Sherry Rails for Prom '82 School Favorites Scott George and Janis Dorman Princess Gay Meloncon and Prince Marty Gonzalez Grand Duchess Brenda Hughes and Grand Duke Tod Boutte Prom Court Lord Corl Holzapfel ond Lody Angelo Guidry Most Representative Seniors Donnie Couvillon ond Dione Junot Duke Ted Goy ond Duchess Loretta Wyble Mistress of Ceremonies Katherine Oldham 118 Shines Sophomore Favorites Marvin Ned and Ellen Webre Junior Favorites Clare Tremonte and Jody DeRouen Freshman Favorites Mike Kavanough and Gina Totmon Prom Royalty Is Presented 120 for Special Memories 121 q. The Sf. Thomas Aquinas Award was presented to Diane Junot at the Scholastic Banquet. b. Doreen Badeaux receives the Essay Contest Award and Scholarship from Sister Beth. c. Junior Honorees at the Scholastic Banquet: John Blanton, Debbie Begnaud. Teri Macaluso, Laura Gonzalez, Charleen Christian, Anita Beard, John Fowler, Carol Burris, Nicky Lopez, Maria de la Rosa, Clare Tremonte, Lawrence Drago, Valerie Talenda, Galen Badeaux, Patricia Deshotels, Sylvia de la Rosa, Mary Davis, Jody DeRouen, Susan Edgerly, and Suzanne Walker. 123 Underclassmen Honored on Awards Day mn • I o. Lawrence Drago receives an award. b. The 1982-63 Students Council Officers are President. Laura Gonzalez; Secretary, Willie Broussard; Treasurer, Karen Talenda,- Vice President, Steve c. Juniors that were awarded are Maria de la Rosa, Clare Tremonte, Valerie Talenda, Lawrence Drago, Suzanne Walker, Patricia Deshotels, Carol Burris, Herbert James, John Blanton, Mark Porterie, Mary Davis, Susan Edgerly, Anita Beard, Anna Azuna, Nicky Lopez, Sylvia de la Rosa, Lyndi Methvin, and Laura Gonzalez. d. Sophomores receiving awards are Rolanda Arceneaux, Vickie James, Angela Boudreaux, Shelley George, Charlotte Milich, Willie Broussard, Michael Johnson, Marvin Ned, Steve Burris. e. Notional Honor Society Of- ficers for 1981-1982: Clare Tremonte, president; Laura Gonzalez, vice president; Carol Burris, secretary; Teri Macaluso. treasurer and sponsor, Mrs. Peggy Knight. f. National Honor Society members from the Junior class are Anita Beard, John Blanton, Carol Burris, Maria de la Rosa, Patricia Deshotels, Lawrence Drago. Susan Edgerly, Laura Gonzalez, Valerie Talenda, Clare Tremonte, and Suzanne Walker. g. Freshmen students receiving awards are Dana Martin, Gina Scully. Kimberly Whit- ton, Christie Tremonte, Joseph Munoz, George Manlongat, Gina Tatman, Hui Bui, Stephanie Tomlinson, Mont- serrat Delvie Torres. 125 Special Honors for Byrne Students a. Philip Chouvin received the D.A.R. Good Citizenship award. b. Brit Broussard is a member of the National Guard. c. Margaret Fowler was chosen to go to India with the Girl Scouts. 126 127 Juniors Begin Their 128 Senior Year a. Sylvia de la Rosa receives her ring. b. Lawrence Drago and Father Dempsey. c. More Juniors show off their rings. d. Mary Davis turns Charleen Christian's ring. 129 130 Ss9j3 131 The End of on Era. 132 f J Graduation! a. Seniors await entrance into Little Flower Church. b. Marty Arredondo. Steve Alvarez, Lisa Champagne, and Carlton Dali converse with each other before the mass. 133 Senior Awards a. Sister Rose Mary Cousins presents Mory Jo Somerville Certificate. b. Sister Beth presents Leslie O'Neal with the Soroh Steck c. Academic Awards were presented to the following peo- ple: Laura Martin. Nicole Hottendorf, Margaret Fowler. Katherine Oldham. Caren Tremonfe, Leslie O'Neal. Philip Chauvin, Christine Michon. Chris Blan- ton, Mozelle Salvagio, Diane Junot. Mary Jo Somerville, and Donna Brownlee. 134 Ceremony Highlights Baccalaureate a. Scholarships were awarded to the following people: Diane Junot, Margaret Fowler, Nicole Hottendorf, Caren Tremonte, Katherine Oldham, Leslie O'Neal. Angela Guidry, Donna Brownlee, Robert Simon, Philip Chauvin. Robin Rodriguez, Wendy Solari, and Mary Jo Somerville. b. Stilwell Awards were presented to: Stacy Murty, Tammy Placette, Wendy Solari, Mary Sandoval, John Weber, Kevin Morgan, Steve Garcia. Michelle Heisner, Tim Russell. Brenda Hughes. Steve Alvarez, Robin Rodriguez, Aurora Villarreal, and Janis Dorman. 135 The Top Ten Students Diane Junot, Co-Salutatorian Leslie O'Neal, Co-Salutatorian Mary Jo Somerville, Valedictorian Katherine Oldham, Co-Salutatorian Excellence Donna Brownlee Coren Tremonfe Christine Michon Achieved 139 Graduation: A a. Mrs. Knight lends a helping hand as seniors prepare for graduation. b. Katherine Oldham welcomes everyone in her Salutatorian Address. c. Valedictorian, Mary Jo Somerville gives Senior Address. d. The Hon. 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State Farm Agent 3570 Main Ave. Groves, Texas Phone 962-3911 COASTAL MARINE SERVICE OF TEXAS INCORPORATED Compliments Of TOTTEN CLEANERS “1 Day Service On Request” 519 7th Street Phone: 985-2212 1051 Houston Port Arthur, Texas Phone: 983-1616 CHINA INN RESTAURANT Chinese Mandarin Food 4848 Twin City Hwy. Party Room Groves, Texas 77619 Parking in Rear J. R. Hughes HUGHES ALUMINUM 3860 Gulfway Drive, Port Arthur, TX 77640 713-983-2001 John and Sue Browning THE POTATO FACTORY Specialty Bar Salad • Soup • Potato Stuffed (Anyway You Like) Phone: 4901 Twin City Hwy. (713) 962-0895 Port Arthur, Texas 77640 Congratulations To the Graduating Class of ’82 And Best Wishes for Your Future. Bernis W. Sadler, Mayor Councilmen: Ray Bernard Mayor Pro-Tem Arthur L. Craft District-1 Maurice Conerly District-2 Charles L. Rhodes District-3 Ronald C. Spooner District-4 Walter Mosely District-5 Malcolm L. Clark District-6 Arthur J. Guidry District-7 George Dibrell City Manager CITY OF PORT ARTHUR “Energy City, U.S.A.” BEVERLY’S PLANTATION 3645 Twin City Hwy. Jefferson City Shopping Center Phone: 962-2750 Compliments Of PORT ARTHUR NEWS 549 4th Street Port Arthur, Texas Phone: 713-985-5541 Compliments Of Compliments Of SPOKES ST. PETER’S SPROCKETS PARISH FAMILY BICYCLE 2049 Taft Avenue Groves, Texas SHOP 962-8365 3999V2 Gulfway Port Arthur, TX 77640 Gene and Liz Tomlinson EVERYTHING FROM THE TREE TO THE KEY PORT ARTHUR, TE TELEPHONE 983-2745 WINCHELL’S LOWELL WALKER, SR. DONUT HOUSE Jefferson City Shopping Center 3629 Twin City Hwy. FAMILY Port Arthur, Texas Good Luck Byrne! 962-0611 God Bless You. We Never Close! « ACADEMIC PROGRAMS 2+2=4-year degree Students may begin a 4-year degree on the Port Arthur campus. Today, Lamar University of Port Arthur provides TECHNICAL ARTS PROGRAMS education for thousands of men and women from Texas, Louisiana, other states and several foreign countries. Upon completion of a required program of study in the technical division, a student may receive a two-year associate of applied science degree, a one-year diploma or certificate of completion. Technical Arts programs include Automotive Mechanics, Cosmetology, Drafting Technology, Electronics Technology, Mid-Management, Office Occupations, Real Estate, Welding, and Licensed Vocational Nursing. For more information contact the Admissions Office, Lamar University-Port Ar- thur, 1500 Procter, Port Arthur, Texas or call 980-4921 or 727-0886 AL’S SEAFOOD, INC. Specializing in Fresh Seafood for Over 25 Years “For Down to Earth Good Eating” P.O. Box 962 2120 Main Avenue Groves, Texas 77619 Phone 962-4531 fZynaacr CO. EL CHARRO 1900 9th Avenue Port Arthur, TX RESTAURANT 983-3343 In Port Arthur Famous for Mexican Food Compliments of Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-IO p.m. Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.-ll p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mrs. James Ramsey Principal, St. James School Reservations Orders to Go 985-8921 985-9381 2601 Memorial Blvd. Compliments Of ST. JAMES PARISH COMMUNITY 3503 Gulfway Drive Port Arthur, TX 985-8865 Pastor: Rev. Joseph P. Daleo Associates: Rev. Jeff Wood, Rev. Martin Bordages Sabine Pass, Texas ‘Specializing in Bar-B-Que Crabs” Participating in the Projected 5-Year Program of Helping to Keep Bishop Byrne Open Charles, Jerri, Kelli, and Doug Sartin Independent Owners and Operators Call 971-2158 for Reservations HOLMES AMBULANCE SERVICE 983-5666 Port Arthur’s Only 24 Hour Ambulance Service Emergency Transfer Owners: Doug Belk Ken Whitlow 3219 32nd Street Compliments of “Specializing In Large And Half Sizes Fashions In “A BIG WAY - Designers Clothes - 748 9th Ave. Phone Port Arthur, Texas 77640 713 982-5101 10:00 A M. To 6:00 P.M. Mon - Sat. and SPECIALIZING IN FASHIONS FOR THE MATURE FIGURE More $o Coue SmittquE VILLAGE SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER 2825 NALL PORT NECHES, TEXAS 77651 ' 724-0175 724-0183 ♦ 10:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. MON. - SAT._ GREENLAWN MEMORIAL PARK Southeast Texas’ Largest Perpetual Care Cemetery Paul G.Pond Manager Office Home 962-8448 982-9151 3900 Twin City Hwy. P.O. Box 3065 Port Arthur, Texas 77640 5011 34th St. Groves, Texas 77619 713 962-0088 Kathy Landrum — Designer JACK IN THE BOX 4001 Twin City Hwy. Port Arthur, Texas Community Involvement for the Past 11 Years Royce Gates — Operator 163 fy fm d hta lo Fr6e DellV6ry Service tU U aLo l WaficJ Honeymoons ★ Skl Sports ★ Company Incentive ★ Airline Ticketing (All Major Credit C 722-8006 HOURS 8:30 - 5:30 Mon - Fr March - July Sats 10-12 TRAVEL MAGIC Compliments of GROVES PHARMACY INC. Groves, Texas Phone:962-4431 P H QUALITY TROPHIES 2500 Main Ave. Groves, Texas Telephone: 963-0128 Trophies‘Plaques Engraving GRAMMIER-OBERLE FUNERAL HOME mu 4841 39th Street 962-4408 Joe Oberle W. J. Thompson Texas State Optical 3429 Twin City Hwy. 962-5796 Port Arthur . C CtmilU oi ViitincZLon 6lo€V J (y CotLe.cUa.ble. VolU Fashion Boutique. (g TELEPHONE 713 983-4411 738 NINTH AVENUE PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77640 24 Hour Towing SANDIFER’S WRECKER SERVICE Ph. 985-4366 BETH’S FLORIST Frame and Body Shop 3301 25th Street Port Arthur, Texas Phone: 985-3222 985-4309 Flowers for All Occasions, Corsages and Specialties 3433 25th St. Port Arthur, Texas 77640 165 LINN’S TOYOTA Parts and Service Compliments Of 5121 East Parkway Groves, Texas 962-8468 ALAMO SERVICE STATION TOYOTA SALES AND SERVICE «HI _ 1 AYfoWfl AUTHORIZED DEALERS 701 Houston Port Arthur Roy Bruno % rp' Custom Orders Available “MAKE YOURSELF COMFORTABLE” Established in 1927 Riley B. Juneau 2828 Nall Phone:724-0456 Port Neches, TX WICKER SHACK For the Finest in Rattan and Wicker Cambridge Square 713 727-5814 5519 E. Parkway Phelan Plaza Groves, Texas 77619 3965 Phelan Blvd. 713 962-4272 Beaumont, Texas 77706 BLUEBONNET flower shop ''X , 1848 Thirteenth Street Phone 982-6474 Albert Krohn Port Arthur, Texas ELVIRA ESTRELLO SCHOOL OF DANCE 912 South 27th Street Phone: 722-5035 or 983-3790 'Pre-School Ballet and Tap Toe 'Acrobatics 'Country And •Tap Western 'Ladies Exercise 'Drill Team 'Baton ‘Ladies 'Jazz Ballet 'Aerobic 'Ladies Tap 'Disco Compliments of BISHOP BYRNE ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB Compliments of ST.JOHN’S CHURCH “For All Your Real Estate Needs” Home Business Rental W.B. GOUDEAU JR. Real Estate Broker Notary 5848 Texas Ave. Home 982-8307 Port Arthur, Bus. 985-7296 Texas Louis Manor Apt. 982-6313 fH THE JEWELRY BOX Class Rings We Carry a Complete Line of Fashion Class Rings. Choose From a Wide Variety of Styles, Some With Diamonds. Special Discounts to All Students. Watches Diamonds Silver ‘Crystal Clocks Luggage 336 Crockett Beaumont, Texas Mrs. Lena Stevens — President Phone: 833-9556 FORMAL FASHIONS Bridals — Formals — Tuxedos Sales — Rentals ACE HOBBY SHOP 3558 25th Street 2805 Twin City — Jefferson City Port Arthur, TX — 962-7405 Port Arthur, Texas 77640 Phone: 982-0411 Joan and Bob Sonnier Mr. and Mrs. Dick Scully Owners WILTZ’S AFFILIATED FOOD STORE Open — 6:30 to 6:00 — 6 Days A-Week Full Line Picnic Supplies Quality Meats — Fresh Fruits — Vegetables 5943 West Port Arthur Road 736-1481 GOAT ROPER'S “«+ of Port Arthur 3509 Twin City Highway • Port Arthur, Texas 77640 713-962-1872 PERCY VILLEMEZ Melvin Butts “If You Can Spell It — We Can Sell It” JEWELRY COMPANY 3703 Twin City Highway (Jefferson City Shopping Center) Port Arthur, Texas 77640 Tel. 962-8522 Jefferson City Gulfway 962-5671 983-4100 KING’S PHARMACY V “Gifts Fit (gP King” T Compliments pX , 'A KING’S PHARMACY r Phone 713 - 727-2126 FRED ARNOLD DEBBIE ARNOLD Arnold's Compliments Of PERCY’S GULF AND GROCERY 5891 Jade Pt. Arthur, Texas Phone: 736-9037 THE PEACH TREE Xvs4 t wpgs Flowers and Gifts 2118 Nederland Ave. Nederland, Texas Phone: 727-4876 Flowers for Dances, 2435 67th St. Homecoming, Good Luck Port Arthur, Specializing in Weddings Texas And Catering. Phone: 736-2846 Compliments Of BISHOP BERNARD J. GANTER AND THE DIOCESAN OFFICE AND STAFF Remember these days always with your class ring Represented by: WILLARD CLARK, JR. P.O. Box 5304 Beaumont, Texas 77702 Compliments of PALMER BARGE LINE, INC. 3800 Hwy. 365 Port Arthur, TX 77640 (713)727-1621 Office Capt. John H. Palmer President Compliments Of TECHNICON INC. Industrial Electrical Contractors Industrial Instrument Contractors New Construction And Maintenance Phone 835-4531 1395 College Street Beaumont, Texas Best Wishes to the 1982 Graduates QUALITY FISH CO Owners: Mrs. Richard Carnright Dixie Cappel 101 Houston Avenue 983-6116 Compliments of ST. MARY’S PARISH 175 IDEAL SUNBEAM Your Only Hometown Bakery 445 Thomas 982-9941 Port Arthur, Texas PORT ARTHUR AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION Energy Country Roland Angelle Mingle Chrysler-Plymouth- Dodge Buddy Chevrolet Coleman-Bernard Oldsmobile-Cadillac Scully on Your Insurance, Is Like Sterling on Silver Real Estate and Insurance Dial YU3-3333 3642 Gulfway Drive P.O. Box 3777 Port Arthur, Texas 77640 DYNAMIC DANCE AND JUNIOR WEAR Complete Dance Accessories Taps Installed 3141 Saba Lane Port Neches 722-5041 Best Wishes to the Graduates From PATCO PORT ARTHUR TOWING COMPANY P.O. Box 1408, Port Arthur, Texas 77640 Phone A.C. 713 962-8536 Compliments Compliments of THE RAYMOND MILLS YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF Scenes of '81 -'82 . . . 179 180 181 183 Juniors Look Forward to a Year That Might Not Hove Been 184