Bronson High School - Viking Yearbook (Bronson, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1982 volume:

1982 MEMORIES BRONSON HIGH SCHOOL BRONSON, MICHIGAN VOLUME 52 MEMORIES Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 He is retiring after 30 years of teaching in the Bronson system, and we are going to miss Mr. Atkocunis — a big man with a big voice and a great heart. “Mr. Atkocunis was a dedicated teacher, devoted to the welfare and betterment of students, whether in the classroom or in the gym. He contributed more than his share of time and ability in a variety of ways and could be counted on to serve in time of crisis or emergency. His standards were high, but fair and were applied to all equally.” “He will be long remembered by his students and colleagues for his many contributions over the years to Bronson Community Schools.” — Mr. William French High School Principal 1957-1970 4 ATKOCUNIS MEMORIES 5 6 MEMORIES... Administration Mr. Robert Beauchamp Superintendent Mr. Warren Wade Principal Mr. Paul Turner Assistant Principal Athletic Director 8 ADMINISTRATION Vice President: Mr. Larry Miller, wife, Louise, and children, Jeff, Jim, and Dawn. SCHOOL BOARD 9 School Board Trustees Trustee Mr. Brent Wilber, wife, Virginia, and children, Scott, Angela, Laura, and Meilissa. Trustee Mrs. Barbara Junker, husband, Don and children, Christine and Paul. Trustee Mr. George Mayer and wife, Myra. Student Representatives to the School Board: Bryan Smoker and Ken Sosinski 10 SCHOOL BOARD Mrs. Christine Calloway Switchboard Operator Mrs. Linda Weber, Principal's Secretary Mrs. Carol Forslund Superintendent’s Secretary I Secretaries Patience — Perseverance — Praiseworthy — — are qualities characteristic of the women behind the scenes who keep track of the many details to make our school days run smoothly. Miss Kelly Marble Mrs. Kathy Otis SECRETARIES 11 Finances Mr. Gary Crandall Director of Finances Mrs. Beverly Weaver Sec. of Finances Transportation Irvin Wortham, Gail Metzger, Max Cranson, Dexter Parks, Frances Furney, David Gropp, Barbara Losinski, Elizabeth Cranson, Betty Rissman, Diane Losinski, Barbara Lindsey, Mary Ann Smoker, Janice Smoker, Ron Ross, Ralph Widener, Gene Widener 12 FINANCES AND TRANSPORTATION Kitchen JANITORS AND KITCHEN 13 14 FACULTY A Mrs. Diane Bolton Reading Lab; Language Arts Miss Chris Briiinski Physical Education FACULTY 15 Mrs. Donna Brusak Counseling; Typing Miss Patricia Chisholm Speech; Social Studies Mr. Doug Elkins Industrial Vocations Mrs. Shirley Eichler Library Aide 16 FACULTY Mr. Dean Halsey Agriculture Mr. David Knapp Language Arts Mrs. Vera Hurd Language Arts Mrs. Clare Laws Study Hall Clerk FACULTY 17 Mr. James Modert Mathematics Mr. Carroll Moon Counseling; Physical Education; Science 18 FACULTY Mr. Don Mosier Language Arts Mrs. Marcia Pustelnik Music, Language Arts Miss Patricia Ross Mr. Gordon Scully Home Economics Economics and Social Studies FACULTY 19 Mr. Keith Tracy Government and History Mr. John Van Dam Business Education 20 FACULTY Mrs. Norma Whitcomb Home Economics Mr. Robert Whitcomb Counseling and History FACULTY 21 THE BRONSON JOURNAL I 113 W. Chicago St. Bronson, Michigan 49028 (517)369 5085 Study Hall at its peak Brrr... It's kind of cold today!! Dies Plastic Moulds All Types of Industrial Tooling D L TOOLING Box 172 Bronson, Ml 182 North Matteson Rd. (517)369-5655 Don Carpenter Lynn Scott 517 517 369-1734 369-9543 Congratulations Seniors Congratulations and Best of Luck From WHITE STAR AUCTION and WILBER AUCTION SERVICE 671 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Ml Phone 369-6491 OPEN SEVEN DAYS RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED EXCEPT SATURDAY NITES YOUR HOSTS LEE 0C JANET HYLIARD £ n Bill’s Bar Steak House LIQUOR - BEER - WINE 10 MILES WEST OF COLDWATER ON U. S. - 12 PHONE BRONSON (317) 369 991 3 22 SUPPORTERS SOMERLOTT REAL ESTATE 107 E. Chicago Phone (517) 369-2855 “Congratulations Seniors” Isn't this fun?! A time to relax. Rag Romeg CONSTRUCTION CO. General Contracting 865 Albers Road, Bronson, Mich.49028 Telephone 369-3725 Ray Roussey 369-3725 Bronson, Michigan Area Code 517 DR. YOUNGQUIST 195 Division St. Phone: 369-6295 ‘Congratulations Seniors’ BRONSON SUPER VALU 635 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Ml ‘Best Wishes Seniors’ ROBERT MILLER HARDWARE 119 E. Chicago St. Bronson, Ml Sn£r Phone: 369-4175 j± “Good Luck to the NR FtliMOlT 1982 Senior Class” SUPPORTERS 23 O’ROURKE JEWELRY 615 E. Chicago St. Something for all Bronson, Ml 49028 occasions. Ph. (517) 369-4895 Congratulations Class of 1982 ANHEUSER-BUSCH STROH HEILMAN HUBER SCHOENLING IMPORT BEERS QUALITY DOMESTIC IMPORTED WINES , Rnlpl ( fchafer J)isf, (o. 804 N MATTESON Bronson. Michigan 49028-1 i 99 (517) 369-2725 DAVID A POST GENERAL MANAGER Best of Luck Class of ‘82’ 24 SUPPORTERS Juniors, Class of 1983 Class Officers: Bryan Smoker Treasurer. Mickey Carpenter President. Andy Roussey Vice-President. Kris Malovey Secretary. Bradley Aleman Bruce Allen Kevin Atkins William Baker Kevin Barnes Brenda Barrows Teresa Bell Thomas Bertsch Allen Bidwell Norman Bidwell James Bucknell David Buehrer Karen Burch Russell Buys Laura Byler Scott Byler Teresa Carman Mickey Carpenter Brian Clemens Bruce Clemens Tom Climie William Terry Cole Anthony Conley Dorothy Davis Sandra Davis Melissa DeMers Misty Dempsey Annette Dow Shiela Drake 26 JUNIORS Debbie Draper Brian Drust Barry Duncan Ronald Easterday Lisa Edminston Cindy Eichenberg Natalie Finley Lisa Geiger Mark German Bonita Gibson Christopher Gilbert Neil Goodsell Tina Gump Stacy Hathaway Kathleen Heinemann Patrick Heinemann Ronald Herman Kelly Hoard Cheryl Hoopingarner Randel Hutchins Ron Johnson William Kasperski Korinna Kehoe Tina Kolassa Cyndi Krontz Kim Kubasiak Michael Durtz Patrick Lane Lisa Lehman David Lindsey Roxanne Litzau 27 Sue Losinski Brian Ludwick Amy Lutz Anthony Lutz Troy Biff McCullough Kristina Malovey Tonya Martinez Brian Miller Randell Mock Leasa Modert Joseph Moore Scott (Nunn) Sowle Bridget Odisher Monica Olney Paul Palmateer Andrew Phillips Brad Philson Tami Platter Connie Prough Janet Prough Paul Quiter Nancy Rifenburgh Darrell Roberts James Rosenberry Andrew Roussey Jeff Ruder Tina Schaeffer Susan Sexton Sandra Shiery 28 JUNIORS Kevin D. Smith Kevin E. Smith Kevin R. Smith Michael Smith Bryan Smoker Kenneth Sosinski Tracy Sours Donna Stewart Brian Stroup Kathy Thomas Amy Tice Timothy Towne Thomas Tracy JoAnn Van Blarcom Earl Vorce Geneva Wallen Robert Ward Lisa Washburn Amy Weaver Melissa Weaver Teresa West Darla Wilbur Gina Williams Rhonda Williams David Wirgau Carolyn Wotta Lori Wotta Susan Wotta Gregory Yesh Not pictured: Ed Caudill Carl Ferguson Daniel Himebaugh Michael Koss Michael Outwater James Redfern JUNIORS 29 saoiNnr oe Compliments of AMAX SPECIALTY METALS CORPORATION 450 Jay St. Ph- 517-279-9511 Coldwater, Ml 49036 Breath deep folks. Oom, Pa, Pah! FIRST NATIONAL BANK of South Central Michigan Bronson — Quincy — North Adams — Coldwater — O Facii depositor insured to 9100,000. HDfRAl Ol’OStT 'NSuRANCf COMOIAT'ON Coldwater — Ph. 279-7561 Quincy — Ph. 639-3745 North Adams — Ph. 287-4216 Bronson — Ph. 369-2285 DIRECT OUTLET INC. FRED D PIERSON 517-369-9087 893 w Chicago Rd Bronson. Michigan 49028 Peggy J. Pierson Studio Manager BOB CONWAY PHOTOGRAPHY Underclassmen, Senior Portraits, Family, Weddings, Copywork 893 W. Chicago Rd., Bronson, Ml 49028 517-369-4405 32 SUPPORTERS Smitty... With the death of Mr. Ledward Smith, we have lost a teacher, a friend and an advisor to whom we attribute the success of our FFA program. Smitty will always be remembered for telling Polish jokes and making kids smile when he played Santa Claus. He will be especially remembered for his confidence in troubled students whom he made into outstanding FFA members. Although Smitty can’t be with us anymore, the MEMORIES he left will be ours forever. 34 MEMORIES OF SMITTY .. . F.F.A. Future Farmers of America The FFA endured an arduous year after the death of their advisor Mr. Ledward Smith. One of the parents, Mr. Byers, volunteered his time to direct the organization until later in the year when Mr. Halsey was hired as agriculture teacher and new FFA advisor. The F.F.A. members are: Back row: John Troyer, Kerry Sikorski, Kenn Clark, Tony Kline, Al Bidwell, Dale Disbro, John Courtney. Harold Gump, Martin Rzepka, Joe Stefanski, Marloe Skinner, Marlene Wasikowski. Shawn Fowler. Second row: Mr Halsey. Dale Swift, Doug Sygnecki, Joyce Miller. Lori Wotta, Lee Swift, Chris Gilbert, Mary Lahrke, Joey Losinski, Jim Sikorski, Mike Kulpinski. Front row: Carlin Smith, President; Marcia Carpenter. Vice President; Laurie Herman. Secretary; Mickey Carpenter. Treasurer; Kim Byers, Reporter; Barry Duncan, Sentinel. Not pictured: Tim Towne, Ron Matchette, Karrie Himebaugh. FFA 35 A most active F.F.A. sponsors a banquet at the end of each school year to summarize the year’s activities. Their annual banquet was held this year on April 29 in St. Mary’s Gym. Award winners at the banquet were: Dale Disbro. Harold Gump, and Laurie Herman, recipients of the Greg Traskos Determination Award; Lee Swift, Star Chapter Agribusiness Manager; Carlin Smith, Dekalb Award; Marcia Carpenter, Star Chapter Farmer. 36 FFA The 1982-83 F.F.A. officers are: Mickey Carpenter. President; Dale Swift. Sentinel; Barry Duncan. Vice President; Kim Byers, Secretary; Mary Lahrke, Treasurer, Dean Halsey. Advisor; Tim Towne, Reporter. Thespians The International Thespian Society held its banquet on May 25, 1982, in the high school library. The speaker for the evening was Dr. D. Terry Williams from Western Michigan University where he is the director of Shaw Theatre. A special feature of the evening was the awarding of an honorary membership in Thespian Troupe 620 to Mr. Ray Smith, local newspaper editor. Front row: Betsy Shoun, Kim Saitz, Gina Williams, Lee Olney, Mary Lahrke. Lorinda Mayer, Maria Albright. Second row: Sue Losinski, Susie Wotta, Lisa Lehman, Kelly Auten, Tonya Davis, Polly Weaver, Chris Luce, Bryan Smoker, Chris Junker. Third row: Andy Roussey, Ken Sosinski, Mike Renshaw, Brian Winney, John Courtney, Carlin Smith. New Members Officers: Front row: Maria Albright, Treasurer; Chris Luce, President; Christina Junker, Secretary. Back row: Carlin Smith, Vice President; Bryan Smoker, Scribe; Miss Patricia Chisholm, Advisor. THESPIANS 37 Branch Area Health Occupations Tina Bistel Douglas Brinkman Katrina Cockrell Sheila Drake Bonita Gibson Kathy Heinemann Laurie Herman Tina Hoard Dianna Holst Melissa House Cyndi Krontz Kim Kubasiak Steve Kyle Kris Malovey Tonya Martinez Leo Odisher Kathy Savage Tina Schaeffer Kathy Sikorski Lisa Washburn Darla Wilbur Office Education Karleen Bercaw Laura Byler Sherri Coats Brenda Michael Leasa Modert Sheryll Sensat Debbie Sikorski Laurie Sygnecki Patti Troth Kendra Uhrig Danette Wilkins Food Services Dorothy Davis Lisa Mitchell Larry Wotta Child Care Alice Deter Lisa Geiger Denise Grindle Angela Hansman Cheryl Hoopingarner Renee Kelley Laura King Maria Ludwick Bridget Odisher Connie Prough Deborah Roberts Polly Weaver Kelly Williams Rhonda Williams 38 BACC Career Center Electronics Farm Management Russell Buys Bruce Allen Tina Caudill Daniel Burdette Brian Drust Scott Byler Eric Eley Brian Clemens Julie Himebaugh Curt Clemens Ron Johnson Alan Cross Roxann Litzau Patty Furney Kevin Losinski Randy Jones James Rosenberry Paul Palmateer Darrell Sensat Scott Ruder Greg Smith Kevin D. Smith Steve Tice Rick Troyer Visual Communications Melissa DeMers Laurie Forsyth Lori Forsyth Kim Losinski Amy Weaver Ag Power Mechanics Kevin Atkins Mickey Carpenter Dale Disbro Chris Gilbert Patrick Heinemann Randy Hutchins David Lindsey Andrew Phillips Brad Philson Charles Salek Lee Swift John Troyer Earl Vorce Robert Ward David Wirgau Cosmetology Karman Alleshouse Korinna Kehoe Susan Lahrke Monica Olney BACC 39 Machine Tools Building Trades Bill Baker Sam Buters Robert Dixon Lee Hamilton Kerry Havlat Dan Maddox Troy McCullough Mike Smith Auto Mechanics Norman Bidwell Bruce Clemens Robert Hout Tim Modert Scott Nunn Robert Powers Jeff Ruder Kevin R. Smith T om T racy Robert Wiler Marketing and D.E. Brad Aleman Dave Beuhrer Tammy Davidson Annette Dow Cindy Eichenberg Diana Grove Stacy Hathaway Ronald Herman Kelly Hoard Ken Houghton Pam Howard Debbie Johannes Tina Kolassa Michael Koss Sue Losinski Carrie Maddox Chris O’Rourke Cheryl Paul Janet Prough Nancy Rifenburgh Susie Sexton Sandra Shiery Donna Stewart Jackie Strachan Kim Stump Deneen Thomas Kathy Thomas JoAnn VanBlarcom Leah VerMeulen Geneva Wallen Teresa West Julie Wilcox Carolyn Wotta Belinda Yeakey Tom Bertsch Brian Case Thomas Climie Duane Goshorn Charles Green Ed McDonald Mike Outwater Paul Quiter Stevie Ratkowski Rod Redfern Ronald Simmons Kevin E. Smith Larry Smoker Welding and Cutting Brian Metzger Brian Miller Frank Smith Dan Squires Jim Stauffer Auto Body Repair Todd Cranson Ron Easterday Carl Ferguson Rick Lane Joe Moore Brad Mynhier Allen Wisman Electric Heating and Air Conditioning Kevin Barnes James Bucknell Robert Burlew Duane Green Timothy McKinley Darrell Roberts 40 BACC Todd Cranson, third place winner in Auto Body Repair with Dan Squire's car which he painted earlier in the year. The Branch Area Career Center is an extension of the local school for juniors and seniors where they spend their mornings or afternoons learning a specific trade or skill for which they receive three credits. The various programs sponsor their own clubs: BOEC, DECA and Vica and involve our students in local, regional and national competition. Business Office Education Clubs — Sheryll Sensat, President; Laurie Sygnecki, Reporter; Pattie Troth, Treasurer; Kendra Uhrig and Brenda Michael, State Participants. Distributive Education Clubs of America — Julie Wilcox, President. Julie was a winner at the stave level and advanced to national competition. Other state competitors: Tammy Davidson, Carrie Maddox, Ken Houghton, Ron Herman. Pam Howard, Kim Stump, Nancy Rifenburgh and Sandra Shiery. Vocational Industrial Clubs of America — State Treasurer Katrina Cockrell. State competitors: Kevin Barnes, Kim Kubasiak, Kris Malovey, Cyndi Krontz, Bonita Gibson, Laurie Herman, Charles Salek, Todd Cranson. BACC Clubs Right: Charles Salek. first place winner in Auto Mechanics Contest for two consecutive years, advancing to Nationals twice. Foreign Study Club Top row: Martin Rzepka, Sherry Davis. Mary Lahrke. Kerri Atkins. Kim Saitz. Tonya Martinez. Standing: Mr. Keith Tracy. Advisor. Shawn Johnson. Kris Grove. Lee Olney, Kim Byers. Brian Stroup. Tim Towne. Sitting: Curt Curey. Michelle Bassage. Nancy Pranga. Sherry Strong. Tammy Howard. Trisha Albright. Jim Bucknell Kneeling: Annette Butters. Patty Mase ORGANIZATIONS 41 This year’s Student Council had an unusually busy year as they endeavored to keep the student body informed and involved in the various activities. This is the best Student Council I have ever advised, Mr. Modert commented. Student Student Council 1981-82: Back row: Carlin Smith, President; Rob Rhoades, Kalon Hoard, Ken Sosinski, Bryan Smoker, Vice President; Mike Renshaw, Jeff Winney. Darrel Roberts, Martin Rzepka. Second row: Betsy Shoun, Treasurer; Kathy Czajkowki, Chris Steffes, Mary Lahrke, Gina Williams, Secretary; Kenneth Kubasiak, Marcia Carpenter, Romana Smoker, Todd Aleman. First row: Kim Saitz, Kim Byers. Jean Sikorski, Mary Dow, Beth Barrows. Laura Albright, Candi Shephard, Tim Thomas. 42 STUDENT COUNCIL Council Officers: Carlin Smith, President; Betsy Shoun, Treasurer; Bryan Smoker. Vice-President; Gina Williams, Secretary. STUDENT COUNCIL 43 Bronson High School Band Officers: Betsy Shoun: Treasurer Carlin Smith: President Sherri Coats: Secretary Mr. Ray Staniszewski came to Bronson High School this year after teaching for five years at Fennville High School. He received his Bachelor of Music degree from WMU and is currently working on his Masters degree. 44 BAND Band 1982 Flutes Merilee Ward Betsy Shoun Maria Albright Teanna Weage Michelle Minger Chris Steffes Kathy Watson Kathy Heinemann Brenda Barrows Joy Wells Annette Butters Patricia Mase Clarinets Debbie Sikorski Lisa Washburn Sherri Coats Karen Watson Sue Furney Buffy Wilber Cindy Aldrich Janeile Otis Bass Clarinet Kevin Barnes Alto Saxophones JoAnne VanBlarcom Cheryl Metzger Tim Thomas Tenor Saxophone Ken Sosinski Baritone Saxophone Rich Good Cornets Dave Buehrer Kevin Atkins Ray Wheaton Dennis Sikorski Brad Philson Teresa Carman Betty Yearling Sherry Davis Stacy Hathaway French Horn Karl Smith Trombones Dan Buehrer Carlin Smith Mike Renshaw Baritone Karen Burch Tuba Brian Stroup Percussion Roxann Litzau Mark Smoker Robert Chard Ken Kubasiak Dave Moschke BAND 45 Acappella Choir Front row (left to right): Maria Albright. Julie Smoker, Cheryl Brinkman. Kim Harris. Jim Rosenberry, Curt Curey, Cheryl Metzger. Tonya Davis. Betsy Shoun. Mrs. Pustelnik — Director. Row 2: Kerri Atkins, Mary Lahrke, Lori Drake, Tom Duke, Bryan Smoker. Bob Mayer, Shari Brown, Danette Wilkins, Sue Losinski. Row 3: Lorinda Mayer. Misty Dempsey. Melissa DeMers. Mike Renshaw. Bill Ludwick, Ken Sosinski, Ken Miller. Tia Sager. Mer-rilee Ward, Kyle Adamson. Row 4: Christina Junker, Gina Williams, Brian Metzger, Rick Connolly, Pat Hall, Kevin Barnes, Rich Good, Tom Short, Rob Chard. Not pictured: Kelly Williams. Regional Honors Choir In October, 16 people from the Acappella Choir auditioned for the Regional Honors Choir. Each prepared one piece of music and sang their part, along with the other three parts on tape, in front of a judge. Bronson performed well, with eleven people being accepted into the choir. Going onto the State competition in December were seven who were chosen from Bronson for the State Honors Choir. Front row (left to right): Betsy Shoun, Maria Albright, Lorinda Mayer, Kyle Adamson, and Christina Junker. Row 2: Mike Renshaw, Ken Sosinski, Kevin Barnes. Brian Metzger, and Ken Miller. Not pictured: Pat Hall. 46 ACAPPELLA CHOIR Acappella Choir Officers President: Betsy Shoun Vice President: Mike Renshaw Secretary: Kyle Adamson Treasurer: Maria Albright First row: Angie Snedegar. Trisha Albright, Connie Prough, Lance Post, Marlowe Skinner, Kim Wiard, Tammy Cochensparger, Annette Butters, Karrie Himebaugh, Kandi Davis, Tami Platter, Mrs. Pustelnik, Director. Second row: Janelle Otis, Rhonda Sisco, Tammy Howard, Buffy Wilber, Missy House, Steve Kyle, Dan Maddox. Glyn Holst, Vicki Vosburgh, Coni Hansman, Trina Wiler, Joy Wells. Not pictured: Autumn Palmateer, Kim Moore, Debbie Combs, Jackie Nichols. Concert Choir ORGANIZATIONS 47 Top row: Missy Weaver, Kim Strong. Kelly Kurtz. Jean Sikorski, Kerri Atkins. Susie Wotta, Chris Bischoff, Joy Wells. 2nd row: Paula Turner, Dena Davis, Misty Dempsey, Sandy Davis, Donna Stewart, Gina Williams, Marilyn Kline. 3rd row: Kris Grove. Maria Albright, Carrie Maddox, Nancy Pranga, Teresa Bell. Front row: Miss Chris Brilinski, Advisor; Marcia Carpenter. President; Ramona Smoker, Treasurer; Polly Weaver, Secretary; Lisa Roussey, Vice President. Not pictured: Pam Howard, Tonya Marinez, JoAnne VanBlarcom, Amy Weaver. Girls Varsity Club Boys’ Varsity Club Front row: Chuck Cline, Dan Kibiloski, Treasurer; Brian Clemens. Vice President; Kevin Losinski, President; Eric Saitz, Secretary; Ed Micklatcher. 2nd row: Brian Case. John Courtney. Kevin Stutzman, Joey Losinski, Jim Sikorski, Ken Miller. 3rd row: Kurt Salek, Brad Neveraski, Bill Ludwick. Chris O’Rourke, Harold Gump, Scott Ruder. Not pictured: Curt Clemens, Leo Odisher, Stevie Ratkowski, Scott Schafer, Robert Burlew, Dave Wirgau, Bruce Clemens. Tom Bertsch. 48 ORGANIZATIONS Carlin Smith, President; Marilyn Kline, Maria Albright, Kalon Hoard. Vice President; Betsy Shoun, Treasurer; Shawn Brewer, Pledgemaster. Not pictured: Kyle Adamson, Secretary; Katrina Cockrell. National Honor Society Scholarship Service Leadership Character The annual National Honor Society induction ceremony was held May 12, 1982, in the high school library. The members in attendance were: Lori Wotta , Julie Wilcox , Brenda Barrows . Marilyn Kline, Ramona Smoker , Lisa Roussey , Scott Schafer , Kathy Sikorski . Mickey Carpenter , Katrina Cockrell, Ken Sosinski , Maria Albright, (sitting) Kyle Adamson, Carlin Smith, Kalon Hoard, Betsy Shoun. ‘denotes new members NHS 49 Viking Memories Yearbook Staff Front row: Tami Platter, Betsy Shoun, Maria Albright, our advisor Mrs. Hurd. Second row: Laurie Herman, Mary Lahrke, Gina Williams, Julie Smoker, Lorinda Mayer. Back row: Brian Stroup, Carlin Smith, Brian Winney, Shawn Brewer, Konnie Morrill, Christina Junker. Other staff members: Amy Weaver. Leasa Modert, Cyndi Krontz, Kris Malovey, Andy Roussey. Thank you Laurie Herman, editor of this 1982 edition of MEMORIES — for the long, long hours you’ve spent helping the staff put their ideas on paper — for the numbers of pages you’ve rough drafted and quad-pak-ed — for picking up the loose ends dropped by other staffers — for being the dependable, capable person who has been willing to shoulder to its completion the record of this school year. You’ve been great! Vera Hurd, Advisor MEMORIES STAFF Spirit Core Top row: Bridget Odisher, Susie Sexton. Nancy Rifenburgh. Second row: Gina Williams — Vice President, Monica Olney — Secretary. Kris Malovey. Third row: Mary Lahrke, Kris Grove — Treasurer. Tonya Martinez. Fourth row: Paula Turner. Kim Byers, Amy Weaver. Fifth row: Mary Dow. Cris Luce. Kim Saitz. Sixth row: Kathy Czajkowski, Nancy Pranga. Beth Herman. Seventh row: Lisa Roussey, Konnie Morrill, Tonya Davis. Kelly Williams. Bottom row: Kerri Atkins, Annette Dow — President. Julie Smoker. Lorinda Mayer. Library Club Back row: Bob Hout. Kim Harris. Scott Nunn. Gina Williams. Bridget Odisher, Rosetta Ferguson. Front row: Lynette Rzepka, LuAnn Rzepka, Katrina Neveraski. Brenda Barrows. Sherry Davis. Shawn Johnson. Not pictured: Patty Furney, Kim Stump, Brian Winney, Robert Burlew, Kevin Stutzman, Denise Grindle, Lisa Edmiston. Mark German, Brad Mynhier. 52 ORGANIZATIONS CULY’S JEWELRY Fred A. Culy and Jeffery A. Culy Coldwater, Ml 49036 Phone (517) 279-9452 Say Cheese .. . HAND’S GARBAGE SERVICE 336 Orlard Rd. Bronson, Ml Ph. (517)-369-6424 Since 1952 Don’t do it. SUPPORTERS 53 LUEDDERS SHOE STORE Home of the Dexters Congratulations Class of ’82 Phone — 278-8646 Holding Hands Again?? BURCH’S WELL PUMP REPAIR Sales and Service ‘We’re Good!’ Ralph Burch (517)369-1029 154 S. Snow Prairie Rd. Rt. 5 Coldwater, Michigan 49036 ‘Congratulations _____Seniors’_______ HOOKER OIL CO. MOBIL PRODUCTS Home Heating Oil Farm Gas Diesel Fuel Motor Oil Bronson, Michigan Phone — 369-3685 SWIFT AUCTION SERVICE 215 N. Matteson Bronson, Ml Irvin D. Swift ‘Congratulations Class of 82’ MEYER BROTHERS Plumbing Heating Electric Sales and Service 124 East Chicago St. Bronson, Ml Phone: 369-6865 54 SUPPORTERS SOPHOMORES 55 Sophomores: Class of 1984 Class Officers: Mike Renshaw. President; Jill Smoker, Vice-President; Lorinda Mayer, Secretary; Randy Herman, Treasurer. Kelli Aker Christopher Albright Anthony Antoszkiewicz Shawn Arter Kerri Atkins Janet Krontz Christina Bischoff Laurie Bohacz Russell Boyett Thomas Boyett Cheryl Brinkman Mitchell Brock Dan Buehrer Bart Burnside Kimberly Byers Robert Chard Kenneth Clark Chuck Cline Linda Collyer Randy Combs Wava (Lori) Combs 56 SOPHOMORES Richard Connolly Kimberly Crum Kandi Davis Sherri Davis Mark Dempsey Mary Dow Kevin Drust Thomas Duke Robert Etheridge Rosetta Ferguson Timothy Frank Susan Furney Kristina Grove Patrick Hall Kim Harris Lisa Herman Randy Herman Gina Houck Mary Houghton Dick Howard Daniel Hughes Shawn Johnson Dinah Jones Raymond Kupinski Kelly Kurtz Mary Ellen Lahrke Douglas Leach Joey Losinskl William Ludwick Anna Lutz SOPHOMORES 57 Anthony Martinez Ronald Matchette Lorinda Mayer Edward Micklatcher Brent Milliman Michelle Minger Katrina Neveraski Donald Oliver Lee Olney James Oxenrider Patrick Peavy Stacy Pierson Nancy Pranga Gary Ratkowski Michael Renshaw Dana Rifenburgh Debbie Roberts Tina Roussey LuAnn Rzepka Tia Sager Kurt Salek Christopher Savage Teresa Schlautmann James Sikorski Jean Sikorski Marlowe Skinner Tobi Smith Jill Smoker Julie Smoker JoeStefanski Christine Steffes Mike Stewart 58 SOPHOMORES Kimberly Strong Kevin Stutzman Rex Thacher Paula Turner Victoria Vosburgh Glidden Wallen Karen Watson Teanna Weage Joy Wells Steven Wirgau Rex Yesh Not pictured: Robert Combs Brian Daughenbaugh Tina Gleason Danny Goshorn Kip Harris Tony Kline Dawn McNett Ronda Sisco Angela Snedegar Some Candids by Cyndi Krontz SOPHOMORES 59 60 SOPHOMORES Qrbnd LP-Gaslnc. 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Subsidiary of Kuhlman Corporation SUPPORTERS 63 ;517) 369-3405 PrOMPT pRoressiONaL SeRVICE WHITE STAR FLOOR COVERING, INC. CONGOLEUM - ARMSTRONG - OZITE - MOHAWK MAGEE - ROXBURY MANNINGTON PEPPERELL • BURLINGTON HOUSE BRENT GINNY WILBER Owners 1 MILE EAST ON U S. 12 BRONSON. Ml 49028 ECONOMY GARAGE 119 W. Chicago Bronson, Ml v r Let Us Help You. Ph.369-5665 Compliments of: H. G. GEIGER MFG. CO. 416 Mill St. Bronson, Ml 49028 “Quality Is Our Aim” Ph.369-9386 Wamen'i. W.mJLcL o$ SaifUon CHailMtd 1857 Oettphon (517) 278-4345 23 W.. GAicaqo d’l’Lttl QoUumiUa., ITlicAiqan 49036 GAMBY CANDY CO. 425 Jay St. Coldwater, Ml Wholesale Groceries Industrial Food, Candy, Tobacco and Industrial Supplies We Sell Happiness Ph. 278-5479 Punk out!!! 64 SUPPORTERS Senior Class 1982 DoJJJt. JCelty _ AJuten Rickard Be t Waria Jfkriykt okn . 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SENIORS 79 Top Ten Academically Front row: Maria Albright, 4.0, Valedictorian, daughter of Gary and Sharon Albright: Marcia Carpenter, 3.925, Salutatorian, daughter of Ken and Judy Carpenter; Carlin Smith, 3.881, Historian, son of Roberta Smith and the late Ledward Smith; Christina Junker, 3.878, daughter of Daniel and Barbara Junker; Elizabeth Shoun, 3.872, daughter of Glenn and Ellen Shoun. Back row: Shawn Brewer, 3.811. son of Gerald Brewer and RoseMary Brewer; Kyle Adamson, 3.769, daughter of Harold and Kay Adamson; Christine Luce, 3.750, daughter of Kathy Blood and the late Dale Luce; Lisa Roussey. 3.744, daughter of William and Barbara Roussey; Julie Wilcox, 3.744. daughter of Sonja Myers and David Wilcox. Also from the Class of 1982 the following make up the top 30, all having a 3.0 or better grade point average Marilyn Kline, Tonya Davis, Daniel Kibiloski, Laurie Herman, Shari Brown, Danette Wilkins, Scott Schafer, Brad Neveraski, Dena Davis, Rob Rhoades, Kevin Losinski, Kalon Hoard. Katrina Cockrell, Kathy Sikorski, Susan Lahrke, Polly Weaver. Ramona Smoker, Debra Sikorski, Patricia Troth, Karleen Bercaw. TOP SCHOLARS 81 President Vice-President MARCIA CARPENTER SHAWN BREWER Advisors: Mrs. Jackie McDonald, Mr. Keith Tracy 82 CLASS LEADERS Secretary Treasurer CHRISTINE LUCE TONYA DAVIS Class Colors: Cinnamon and Peach Class Flower: Cream Rose Class Song: Nobody Knows by Billy Squire Class Motto: If you can imagine it, you can achieve it, If you can dream it, you can become it. Graduation Date: June 9, 1982 CLASS LEADERS 83 Graduation Class of 1982 On Wednesday, June 9, Commencement for the Class of 1982 took place in the gymnasium because of unfavorable weather. The graduates were escorted by the Honor Guard from the Class of 1983. “Dearest Friends” was the title of the speech given by Valedictorian Maria Albright. Class Salutatorian and Class President Marcia Carpenter spoke about “The Game of Life” and Class Historian Carlin Smith’s topic was “Leadership: The Key to Prosperity.” Senior band members joined the band for the final performance under the direction of Carlin Smith. Academic honors and awards were presented by Mr. Wade, followed by the awarding of diplomas and the passing of the cane from the senior class president to the junior class president, Marcia and Mickey Carpenter, respectively. Maria Albright Valedictorian Marcia Carpenter Warren Wade Salutatorian Principal and Class President 84 GRADUATION GRADUATION 85 GRADUATION 87 68 SH0IN3S Senior Accomplishments Adamson, Kyle: National Honor Society, 2 (Secretary, 1); Acappella Choir, 3 (Secretary, 2); Band, 3; Yearbook Staff. 2 (Photographer. 1; Co. Ass’t. Editor, 1); Regional and State Honors Choir, 2; District Solo and Ensemble, 2: State Solo and Ensemble, 1; Follies, 3 (Student Director, 1); Stagecrew, 1; Art Design for Fall Play. Albright, Maria: Track. 4: Band. 4; Acappella Choir, 3, Treasurer, 1; Varsity Club. 3; Yearbook,I Track, 2; Student Council,. 2; Varsity Club, 2: B.A.C.C.; Library Aide, 1. ,, 1; Band, Butters, Sam: Varsity Wrestli 3; B.A.C.C., 2; F.F.A., 1. Carpenter, Marcia: Class President, 2; Basketball. 4 (Basketball MVP, 2; Basketball Captain, 1); Track, 4; F.F.A., 4 (Star Greenhand Award; Chapter Farmer; State Farmer Degree: Parli. Pro., 2, Business Manager, 1; Regional Solo andfc 3; Chairman. lreasurer, 1; Vice President, 1; •iW ® — - - • - F.F.A. Sweetheart, 1)rVarsity Club, 3 (Secretary, 1; President, 1); Student Council, 4; Committee Chairman; D.A.R. Good Citizen Nominee. Case, Brian: Basketb y2; Football, 2; Weight Lifting, 2; Varsity Club ; B.A.C.C., 1 Vi; Student-Faculty Game. Ensemble, 3; State Solo and Ensemble, 2; Regional Honors’ Choir, 1: B.E. .G.A.R.S, 3, Vice Pres. 1; Cheerleading, 1; Spirit Core, 1, Showcase Theatre, 2; Children’s Play, 2; Follies, ]2; Thespians, 2, Treasurer, 1: NHS, Girls State; Futuristics; MEBS; YMFC; Float Committees; Prom Committees; Song Committee; Hope College Math Team, 2. Aleman, Todd: Football, 4; Wrestling, 3; Baseball, 3; Student Council, 1; BACC, B.A.C.C., 1. L Alleshouse, Karman: B.A.C.C., 2; B.E.G.G.A.R.S., ‘ 1; Prom Committee. 9 r lior Andrews, John: Track, 2; Basketball, 1; Senic Committee. Auten, Kelly: Thespians, 2; Fall Play, 2; B.A.C.C., 1 Vi; Senior Class Committees Bell, Rick: Baseball. 4; Basketball. 2: Football, 2; B.A.C.C., 1. m leadir I. Coll Caudill, Tina: Freshmen Class Vice President; Sophomore Class Vice President; Student Council, 3; VICA State Competition; VICA Chapter Vice President, 1. JSr A Clemens, CurtdJV Basketball, 2; Varsity Basketball, 2; Varsity Club, 3; Track, 2; Varsity Football, 1; B.A.G.C., 2. Coats, Sherri: B.A.C.C., , 2; Band, 4; Band Secretary, 1; Concert Choi£, Vfc; Kitchen Services, 1; 4-H, 7; Senior Class Committees. Cockrell, Katrina: B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 2; V.I.C.A. State Treasurer, 1; Tennis, 1; WHS. 2; Showcase Theatre, 1; Class Representative, ; V.I.C.A. Locals and State; Contestant Junior Miss Pro- Education at BC for Bercaw, Karleen: Cheerleading, 2 (Cheerleading | Camp, 1); Spirit Core, 2; Fall Play, 1; Children's gram; Speech for Vocational Play, 1; B.A.C.C i O.J.T 1; Sno-bali Committee; |j Prom Committee; Senior Class Committee. « Brewer, Shawn: Class Vice President. 2: Band, 2; National Honor Society, 2 (Pledge Master); Yearbook Staff, 2 (Artist); Prom Committees; Student Council, 1; Spirit Core, 1; Talented and Gifted Students, 1; Children’s Play, 1: Junior Honor Courtney, John: Wrestling, 3 (Captain, 2); Football, 3 (Captain, 1); F.F.A., 2; Varsity Club, 2; Boys’ State Representative; Children’s Play, 3; Follies, 1; Showcase Theatre, 2; Thespians, 2. Guard. Brinkman, Jim: Football. 4; Wrestling. 1; Track, 3; Office Aide. 1; Leadership Training. Brown, Shari: Basketball, 2; Volleyball, 2; Band, 1; Acappella Choir, 3; Solo and Ensemble, 2; State Solo and Ensemble, 1; Follies, 1. JM Burlew, Robert: Varsity Football, 2; Bowling, 1; Cranson, Todd: B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 1; Bowling, 3; Track, 2. Bj Cross, Alan: Football, 2; B.A.C.C., 2. Davidson, Tammy: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; D.E.C.A., 2: D.E.C.A. Locals, Regionals, and State. Davis, Dena: Basketball, 3; Volleyball, 3; Track jtain, 1); State Class C High Jumper; F.F.A., 3gj Varsity Club, 4 (treasurer, 1): Student Council, 1; , if Senior Accomplishments 91 F.F.A. Sweetheart; Homecoming Court; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committees. Davis, Tonya: Cheerleading, 4; Track 1; Children's Play, 2; Student Director Fall Play, 1; Acappella Choir, 2Vr, Band, 2; Class Treasurer, 2; Thespians, 2; Follies, 2; Spirit Core, 4; Junior Honor Guard; Foreign Study to Europe; Sno-ball Committees; Prom Committees; Senior Class Committees. Deter, Alice: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; B.E.G.G.A.R.S., 3 (Secretary, 1); F.F.A., 2; Library Club, 1; Senior Class Committee. Disbro, Dale: F.F.A., 3; B.A.C.C., 2. Dixon, Robert: Baseball, 3; Wrestling, 1; Weight Lifting, 1; B.A.C.C., 2; Leadership Training, 1. Eley, Eric: Basketball, 1; B.A.C.C.. 2. Forsyth, Laurie: B.A.C.C. 2; V.I.C.A. 2; V.I.C.A. Locals, Regional, and State; Tennis, 1; Track, 1; Softball, 1. Forsyth, Lorie: Volleyball, 1; Student Council, V.I.C.A., 2; B.A.C.C., 2; Softball 1. Furney, Patty: B.A.C.i 1; Band, 2; Senior Cl2 1; O.J.T., 1; Library Clu : mmittee. Goshorn, Duane: B.A.C.C., 2; Track, 1; Wrestli 3; F.F.A., 1. p Green, Charles: Football, 4: Wrestling, 2 B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; F.F.A., 2. Green, Duane: B.A.C.C, 1; ( T., 1; FootbSfl. 2; Track, 1. Grindle, Denise: B.A.C.C., 2; Bowling, 3; Choir, 3; Library Aide, 3V4. Editor, 1; Asst. Editor, 1; Yearbook Camp; B.A.C.C., 1; V.I.C.A., 1; V.I.C.A. Locals; Basketball, 3; Varsity Club, 1; F.F.A., 4; Secretary, 3; Star Greenhand; Leadership Camp; F.F.A. Sweetheart Candidate; Student Council, 2; Junior Honor Guard; Sno-ball Candidate, 2; Homecoming Court; D.A.R. Go Citizen Nominee; Sno-ball Committees; Prom Committees; Senior Class Committees; Farm Bureau Citizenship Seminar. Himebaugh, Julie: Basketball, 4; Track, 4; Most Valuable Runner, 2; Volleyball, 1; B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 1; D.E.C.A., 1; Varsity Club, 3; Junior Honor Guard: Senior Class Committee. Hoard, Kalon: Basketball, 4; Baseball, 4; Bowling, 3; National Honor Society, 2; Vice President, 1; Band, 1; Junior Honor Guard; Student Council, 1; ■jchigan Math Test, 3; Hope College Math Test, 1. olst, Diana: B.A.C.C.. 2; Concert Choir, 3; Band, ■ Houghton, Ken: Golf, 2; Track, 3 Basketball, 1; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; D.E.C.A., 2. Houk, Bob: B.A.C.C., 2; School Service, ’ z; Senior Class Committee; Building Maintenance, 4. House, Melissa: B.A.C.C., 2; Concert Choir, 3; Bowling, 3. Howard, Pam: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1;]D.E.C.A„ 2; Tennis, 1; Track, 4; Varsity Club, 4. Johannes, Debbie: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; D.E •C.A., 2; D.E.C.A. Locals and Districts; Golf, 1; Basketball, 1; Student Council, 1; Sno-ball Committee; Senior Class Committee. Jones, Randy: B.A.C.C., 1V4; O.J.T., Vi. Grove, Diana: B.A.C.C., 2; D.E.C.A., 1. Gump, Harold: Football, 3; Wrestling, 4; F.F.A., 4; Varsity Club. 2. I. 4 Junker, Christina: Yearbook Staff, 2; Softball, 1; German Club, 2; President, 1: Secretary-Treasurer, 1; Thespians, 2; Secretary, 1; Prom Committee; Follies, 2, Children’s Play, 3; Hansman, Angela: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; Class President, 1; Library Helper, 1; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committee. Havlat, Kerry: B.A.C.C., 2; Tennis, 4; Wrestling, 1; Junior Achievement, 1. Showcase Theatre, 2; State Solo and Ensemble, 1; District Solo and Ensemble, 2; Regional Honors Choir, 2; MTU Women in Engineering Seminar; Senior Class Committee. Kelley, Renee: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; Softball, 1. Kibiloski, Dan: Football, 3; Basketball, 2; Wrestling, 1; Weight Lifting, 3; Varsity Club, 3; Treasurer, 2; Spirit Couple. Herman, Laurie: Yearbook Staff, 2; Memories King, Laura: Child Care, 2; O.J.T., 1. 92 Senior Accomplishments Kline, Marilyn: Volleyball, 3; Track, 1; National Honor Society. 2: Varsity Club, 2; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class M Committees.______ iil 1; Re WeightLifting l 3te Honors Choir 1: Kyle, Steve: Concert Choir, 3; Track, 1; B.A.C. 2; Bowling, 3; School Service,' ?. 4 Lahrke, Susan: Foreign Study, 3V2; German 1; Girls’ State Delegate; B.E.G.G.A.R.S., 3; Mitchell, Lisa: Bowling, 2; German Club, 1; Choir 2; Track, 1. M 2;T,ac dent, 2; Treasurer. 1; B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 2; Region I V.I.C.A. Leadership Conference; Senior Class Committee M Losinski, Kevin: Football, 4; Wrestling, 4; Captain State Qualifier; Student Council, 2; Varsity Club President; Vice President; B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 2 President, 1; Washington Leadership Training V.I.C.A. Locals, Districts, Regionals, and State Follies, 1; Intramural Basketball, 1. Losinski, Kim: B.A.C.C., 2. Luce, Chirstine: Cheerleading, 4; Spirit Core, 4; Student Council, 1; Class Secretary, 3; Thespians, 2; President; Fall Play, 2; Showcase Theatre, Sno-ball Committee; Children’s Play, 2; Stage Crew, 1; Follies, 2; Prom Committee; Snc Candidate; Homecoming Court; Senior Class | Committee. Ludwick, Maria: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T.; Bowling, 3; F.F.A., 1. McDonald, Ed: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; Student-Faculty Game. McKinley, Tim: Wrestling, 1; F.F.A., 2; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; V.I.C.A., 2. Maddox, Carrie: Cheerleading, Vr, Cheerleading Camp, 1; Follies, 2: Volleyball, 4; Track, 4 I Homecoming Queen; Varsity Club, 4; B.A.C.Q,, O J T„ 1, D.E.C.A., 2; D.E.C.A. Districts; Prom Committees; Senior Class Committees. Maddox, Dan: B.A.C.C., 2; Track, 2. Metzger, Brian: Acappella Choir, 3; Band, 1; Honors Choir, 2; Track, 1; Solo and Ensemble, 1; Children’s Play, 1; Follies, 2; B.A.C.C., 2. Michael, Brenda: B A.C.C., 1; B.O.E.C., 1; Library Aide, 1; Library Club, 1. X % « Modert, Tim: B.A.C.C., 1 Vi; Football, 1; Weight Liftincf 2 nie: S raent Council, 2 B.A.C.C 1; 1; D.E.C.A., Locals and DistrictsW3rd Overall); D.E.C.A. State; Basketball, 1; Sno-ball cmimittees; Bowling, 1; Prom Committee; F.H.A., 1; Secretary; Senior Class Commitj es. Mortier, Tina Moss. Todd: Football, 4; Weight Lifting, 3; B.A.C.A.,i 1; Sno-ball Candidate; Homecoming Court; Student-Faculty Game. Mynhier, Brad: Basketball, 2; Football, 1; Track, 1; B.A.C.C.. 2; Varsity Club, 2; Weight Lifting, 2. Neveraski, Brad: Football, 2; Captain, 1; Baseball, 4; Basketball, 2; Weight Lifting, 2; Varsity Club. Odisher, Leo: Basketball, 2; Track, 1; Varsity Club, 3; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1. O’Rourke, Chris: Basketball, 4; ootball, 4; Track, 4; BAC.C., %. Paul, Cheryl: B.A.C.C., 1; D.E.C.A., 2; O.J.T., life; Office Helper, 1; Senior Class Committee. Ratkowski, Stevie: Football, 4; Track, 2; Wrestling, 3; B.A.C.C., 2; V.I.C.A., 1; Weight Lifting, 4; Varsity Club, 3. T Rhoades, Rob: GolfM; Tennis, 3; StudenMj}gypcil, 1; Computer Committee | , „ Roussey, Lisa: Basketball. 4; Volleyball, 4; Captain, 1; Track, 1; Spirit Core, 4; Future Nurses, 1; Sno-ball Committees; B.A.C.C 1; Prom Committee, Varsity Club, 2; Vice President, 1; Senior Class Committees. Ruder, Scott: Football, 3; Weight Lifting, 3; Varsity Club. 1: B.A.C.C., 1%. Rzepka, Lynette: Library Helper, 2; Junior Achievement. Vi; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committee. Miller, Ken: Concei t Choir, 1; Acappella Choir, 1; Solo and Ensemble. 1; State Solo and Ensemble, Saitz, Eric: Basketball, 4; Track, 2; Follies, 1; Varsity Club. 3: Secretary, 1; Prom Committee; Per- Senior Accomplishments 93 formed for 1981 Class Night. Salek, Charles: Wrestling, 2; B.A.C.C., 2; V.l Savage, Kathy: Volleyball, 2; Student Council, 4; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; B.A.C.C., V t; O.J.T., Vi; V.I.C.A., 2; Senior Class Committee Library Helper. Schafer, Scott: Cross Country, 1; Basketball, 4; Follies, 2; Varsity Club, 3; Student Council, 1; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committee; Donut Eatinq L Chimp. Sensat, Derrell: B.A.C.C.. 2; Baseball, 4. Sensat, Sheryll: B.A.C.C., 2; B.O.E.C., 1; President, 1; B.O.E.C. District and State; Student Council. 1. o' hort, TomfChildren’s Play, 2; B.A.C.C., 1V4; D.E.cJiPPP. Theatre Student Director; National Honor Society, 2; President, 1; Intramural Basketball; Student-Faculty Game; Sno-ball M.C.; Class President, 1; Michigan Math Prize Competition, 3; Hope College Math Team, 2; Futuristics Course Participant. Smith, Frank: Junior Achievement, 3; B.A.C.C., 2. Smith, Greg: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T Smoker, Larry: Freshman Basketball, 1; J.V. Basketball, 1; Track, 3; Varsity Club, 3; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1. Smoker, Ramona: Basketball, 4; Co-Captain, 1 Volleyball, 4; Co-Captain, 1; Varsity Club, 3 Treasurer, 1; Softball, 1; Girls’ State Alternate, Student Council, 3; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committee; Spirit Couple. Stauffer, Jim: B.A.C.C., 2; Wrestling, 3. Shoun, Betsy: Acappella Choir, 3; President, 2; Band, 4; Treasurer, 2; B.E.G.G.A.R.S., 3; District Solo and Ensemble, 3; State Solo and Ensemble, 2; Regional and State Honors Choir, 2-1; Yearbook Staff, 2; Fall Play, 3; Stage Manager.1; Children’s Play, 2; Foreign Study, 2; German Club, 1; Follies, 2; Class Treasurer 2; Student Council, 2; Treasurer, 1; M.E.B.S., 2; Y.M.F.C.; Senior Class Committee; National Honor Society, 2; Treasurer, 1; Sno-ball Committee; Blu take Fine Arts International Choir, 1; Hope College Math Team, 1. 1; Band, 4; fees; Kitchen Sikorski, Debbie: B.A.C.C., 2; Senior Helper, 1 Sikorski, Kathy: Volleyball, 1; Track, 1 B eerleading, 3; Band, 1; Acappella Choir, 1 rSpiritCore, 3; Student Council, 3; B.A.C.C., 1 O.J.T., 1; V.I.C.A. Locals, Regionals, and Miss V.I.C.A. Simmons, Ron: Cross Country, 1; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., t«Ji H T J Smith, Carlin: Band, 4; President, 1; Drum Major, 1; Ass t. Drum Major, 1; Pep Band, 4; Solo and Ensemble, 2; Jazz Band; Smith Balbridge Camp, 1; F.F.A.. 4; President, 1; Reporter, 2; State Farmer; Star Greenhand; Washington C.C. Leadership Program; Student Council, 4; President, 1; Vice President, 1; Baseball, 4; D.A.R. Good Citizen; Thespians, 2; Scribe, 1; Vice President, 1; Fall Play, 1; Follies, 2; Yearbook Staff, 1; Showcase Strachan, Jackie: B.A.C.C., 2; D.E.C.A., 2; D.E.C.A. Districts. Squires, Dan: B.A.C.C., 2. Stump, Kim: F.F.A., 1; F.H.A., 1; D.E.C.A., 2; D.E.C.A. Locals, Districts, and State; O.J.T., 1; Senior Class Committees; Library Helper, 2; Yearbook Staff. Swift, Lee: B.A.C.C.; F.F.A., 4; Sentinal, 2; Student Council, Vt. Sygnecki, Laurie: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; F.H.A., 1; Bowling, 3; Secretary, 1; B.O.E.C., 2; Reporter, 2; B.O.E.C. Regional and State, 1; Junior Achievement, 1: 4-H, 4; Secretary, 1; Reporter, 2; Secretary, 1. Thomas, Deneen: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; D.E.C.A., 2; D.E.C.A Locals and Districts; Sno-ball Committee; Prom Committee; Senior Class Committees. Tice, Steve: F.F.A , 2; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1. Troth, Patti: Cheerleading, 2; Cheerleading Camp, 1; Track, 1; Junior Honor Guard; Sno-ball Candidate: Sno-ball Committee; Spirit Core, 2; Varsity Club, 2; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; B.O.E.C., 1; Treasurer; B.O.E.C. Regionals; Prom Committee; Homecoming Court; Senior Class Committees. Troyer, Rick: B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; Basketball, 1. Troyer, John: Basketball, 1; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1; 94 Senior Accomplishments 'ians, Bowling, 3; B.A. - B.O.E.C., 2; B.O.E.C. Region VerMeulen, Leah: Foreign O.J.T., 1; D.E.C.A., 2. Weaver, Polly: Track, 4; Vo Basketball Manager, 4; Var lif ’Club, 3; See 1; Student Council, Vi; Spirit Girls’ State Delegate; B.E.G.63 dent, 1; Vice President, 2; Prom Committees; B.A.C.C., 2; House Manager, 1; Childri 2; Follies, 1; Thespians, 1. Wilcox, Julie: Cheerlea Spirit Core, 2; Class Sei 1; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., 1 D.E.C.A. Locals, District £|t Play, 2. Wiler, Bob: B.A.C.C Wilkins, Danette: leerleading, Com 3; Student Council, Vi; Acap- [junior Honor 1; Senr nM«pe; miwCIa Guard; Sno-ball V, Briar, 1: UJ ildren’s I Committee; B.A.C.C., 1; O.J.T., Committees. Tennis, 2; Yearbdok Stiff, 1; Thes-f-ary Helper, 3; Student Council; W. 1; Bowling, 4; B.A.C.C., 3; Cheerleading B.A.C.C., Vi; 5-ball Commit-littee; Senior 1; V.I.C.A., Hfllllll III llll ‘Good Luck 1982 Seniors’ SHERIFF NORM HEINEMANN HATHAWAY RICH’S AGENCY, LUMBER INC. AND SUPPLY ARNOLD Complete Insurance Service 901 W. Chicago Rd. AUTO PARTS Bronson, Ml 110W. Chicago St. Bronson, Ml Phone: (517) 369-7311 Everything to Build Anything 103 W. Chicago St. Bronson, Mich. 49028 Phone: 369-9102 R. B. Kirkpatrick W. L. Hathaway “Good Job Seniors” “Best Wishes Seniors” Best Wishes Seniors KUBASIAK-KOLCZ FUNERAL HOME Raymond L. Kubasiak and Leonard W. 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The Freshmen were declared winners in the float contest and as an added attraction, all the Homecoming Candidates were treated like royalty as they were transported past an appreciative crowd in Corvettes. King Candidates: Eric Saitz John Troyer Brad Neveraski John Courtney Leo Odisher Todd Moss 102 HOMECOMING Won the West? The lucky couple for the 1981 Homecoming King and Queen were John Troyer and Carrie Maddox. Although the traditional bonfire was a disappointment because of the rain, the Viking spirit was not dampened. The football team put forth all their effort and played like winners. Queen Candidates: Christine Luce Kathy Sikorski Oena Davis Patti Troth Carrie Maddox Laurie Herman HOMECOMING 103 The Play’s “Let’s Make Up” 1. Mike Renshaw cannot believe what John Courtney is telling him. 2. Sue Losinski voices her opinion of cultural changes to her friend Tom Bertsch. 3. The boys, hoping to change the girls' attitudes, prepare to shave with the warm water brought to them by Bill Ludwick. 104 FALL PLAY The Thing “The Happy Journey From Camden to Trenton” 1. “There’s the town!” cries Betsy Shoun to Ken Sosinski as Bryan Smoker and Tia Sager watch the countryside go by. 2. Saddened by the loss of her baby, Karleen Bercaw confides in Betsy Shoun, her mother. 3. Ken Sosinski pulls over into a gas station and asks Brian Winney whether they are going the right way. “Clocks” 7. The clocks, Lori Drake and Kim Saitz are introduced to the audience by Christina Junker. 8. Christina Junker is intrigued to see that Susie Wotta has revolted against the same monotonous ticking. 9. The cast (from left to right): Bryan Smoker, Tia Sager, Karleen Bercaw, Brian Winney, Betsy Shoun, Ken Sosinski, Bill Ludwick, John Courtney, Kelly Auten, Christine Luce, Mike Renshaw, Sue Lusinski, Tom Bertsch, Lori Drake, Kim Saitz, Christina Junker, Susie Wotta, and Lisa Lehman. Director: Miss Patricia Chisholm Student Directors: Tonya Davis and Carlin Smith Stage Crew: Maria Albright and Brian Stroup FALL PLAY 105 Student — For the second time in the 13-year history of the B.E.A. Scholarship Benefit Basketball Game, the teachers were forced to take a back seat. From the very beginning the students had control of the game with a 15 to 4 lead, but the mentors’ spirits were unwilling to be broken and by halftime, the scholars had a sizable lead. In the second half the teachers appeared to be overwhelmed, but even then they never once considered throwing in the towel. It was a good game, ending in a student triumph, 49 to 40. 106 STUDENT-FACULTY GAME 108 ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES 109 Miss Patricia Chisholm, director “Don’t Count Your Chickens Until They Cry Wolf” Seniors Reign! Twirp Week 1982 112 TWIRP WEEK ACTIVITIES Twirp Week 1982 sponsored by the student council saw the seniors victorious with the largest accumulation of points. Among the featured week-long activities were the scavenger hunt, the flower sale and a special type of dress designated for each day. An innovation of this year's activities was the Saturday playoff of such contests as running events, egg toss, tug-of-war and the ever-popular Volkswagen stuffing. TWIRP WEEK ACTIVITIES 113 The Follies returned after a year of absence due to the lack of the middle school stage because of a millage failure. FOL 19 The Best Over seventy students responded to the call for tryouts with skits and musical presentations displaying their various talents. 114 FOLLIES Carl Rifenburgh, with the help of student directors Carlin Smith and Kyle Adamson, improvised a stage and created a setting in the high school gym. LIES 82 of Times The Best of Times drew large, appreciative audiences both nights. FOLLIES 115 The Junior-Senior Prom Rainbow Connections was held May 15. 1982, in Bronson High School’s gym and featured the band Karman. The Grand March was led by Mr. and Mrs. David Post. Junior Class President Mickey Carpenter and his fellow-officers worked closely with their class advisors Alan Andridge and Patricia Ross to make the prom a success. 116 PROM RAINBOW CONNECTIONS 117 611 SNOI1D3NNOO MOQNIVd mr r.j wq „_____ ‘4T V w 4 V � 4 + !mry -Try . -� � , nfUTMU ) ♦ fMr ; rimoj •Mr mruif ' • � Mrys ii-.Vrjfiufn •M j HSfl'Sj, Lk i BHS zoo escapees! 120 MEMORIES You’ve Got to Keep on Keeping on... MEMORIES 121 BRANCH COUNTRY AVIATION INC. AIRWAY CLEANERS 1125 Airport Rd. Ph. 113 N. Matteson Rd. Coldwater, Ml 278-6516 Bronson, Ml 49028 Authorized sales and service of Phone: 369-5705 new and used planes. Also flight instruction, approved flight school, liOOd LUCK Class of ‘82’ charter-air taxi service and air cargo service. 122 SUPPORTERS Freshman: Class of 1985 Class Officers: Trina Wiler, Secretary. Kim Saitz, President. Kathy Czajkowski, Vice-President. Bob Mayer. Treasurer. Trish Albright Mike Bassage Michille Bassage Sherri Bercaw Andrew Booth Kristina Brewwer James Burdette Annette Butters Kelly Carter Ronald Cary Jeff Case Randy Clark Deborah Combs Marcy Combs Kelly Crabill Curt Curey Kathy Czajkowski Carey Davison Lori Drake Gary Dudek Brian Eley Timothy Emerick Scott Finley Shawn Fowler Shelly Geiger Susan Gilliland Richard Good Laura Gropp Coni Hansman Tammy Harsh 124 FRESHMAN Beth Herman David Herman Karrie Himebaugh Mike Himebaugh Glyn Holst Tammy Howard Jeffery Klingler Christine Knight Kenneth Kulpinski Mike Kulpinski Cheryl Losinski Kimberly Ludwick James Mallow Patricia Mase Robert Mayer Cheryl Metzger James Miller Joyce Miller Kelly Miller Kimberlin Moore Larry Morgan David Moschke Jacqueline Nichols Thomas Oliver Janetle Otis Autumn Palmateer Scott Palmateer Lance Post Lloyd Prough Matthew Ritter Tammy Rossell Kenneth Roussey Martin Rzepka Kimberly Saitz Jalene Sandberg Dennis Sikorski FRESHMAN 125 Kerry Sikorski Keith Smith Mark Smoker Mark Sowle(Nunn) Sharri Strong Dale Swift Douglas Sygnecki Tim Thomas Veronica Vorce Merrilee Ward Marlene Wasikowski Kathy Watson Kimberly Wiard Elizabeth Wilber Kelly Wilder Trina Wiler Jeffery Winney Jeff Wolfe Tim Wotta Betty Yearling Stan Yerrick Not pictured: Cindy Aldrich Blake Bailey Gary Branham Robert Cole Robert Johnson Scott Latta John Miller John Shaffer Karl Smith Daniel Vorce Raymond Wheaton Sherry Ritchey Some Candids by Cyndi Krontz 126 FRESHMAN 128 FRESHMAN Douglas Division THE SCOTT FETZER COMPANY Bronson, Michigan 49028 Phone (517) 369-2315 SUPPORTERS 129 MEL’S FAMILY RESTUARANT Open Daily 5 am-8pm Fri. and Sat. Open 24 Hrs. Serving Family Style on Sunday Ph. 369-1853 JACK B. TIGHE INC. Manufactures Representatives 215 W. Chicago St. A little added warmth. Brock Grain Bins Storage Drying Bins Farm Fan Dryers Hutchinson Augers A.S.C. Approved Gilbert Grain Equipment, Inc. 472 W. Chicago Rd. Coldwater, Mi. 49036 Ph. 517-369-9097 BRO.CK EnBEgal Compliments of DR. MRS. HUBERT L. SUTTON Congratulations Seniors 130 SUPPORTERS Varsity Learns New System First row: Brian Drust. Russell Buys, Brad Philson, Charles Green, David Wirgau, Todd Aleman, and Brad Aleman. Second row: Doug Brinkman (manager), Bob Wiler, Kevin Atkins, Ron Herman. Steve Ratkowski, Scott Ruder, Todd Moss, Brian Case, and Ken Miller. Third row: Jim Brinkman, Jeff Ruder, Robert Burlew, ross. im Towne, Paul Quiter, Bill Ward, Tom Bertsch, and Randy Mock. - i Bidwell, The Bronson Viking Varsity football team struggled through a rugged schedule enroute to a 1-8 season. The Vikes were coached by Joe Fisher, the second consecutive first year coach. Assisting Fisher were Maurice Skinner and Ken Miller. The cocaptains for the team were John Courtney and Brad Neveraski. Coach Fisher, commenting on the attitude of the team, said he was pleased with the fact that they never quit despite their many setbacks. He was also pleased with the improvement the players showed. The team began to work together and play better football as they got “the feel of the system.’’ There was a great deal of concentration on the development of attitude and discipline as well as fundamentals. Increasing strength in these areas and the adjustment to coach Fisher’s system may lead to the continuity needed for a brighter season in 1982-83. 132 VARSITY FOOTBALL JV’s Never Let Down (left to right) First row: Tracy Smith (manager), Doug Sygnecki, Kelly Miller, Tim Wotta, Jim Sikorski. Marlowe Skinner, Randy Herman, Steve Wirgau, Ed Micklatcher and Toby Smith. Second row: Assistant Coach Jeff Johnson, Kevin Drust, Mike Bassage. Glynn Holst, Martin Rzepka, Mark Smokdl, Rex Yesh, Kenn Clark. Gary Branham, Joe Losinski, and Head Coach John Van Dam. Working with a small squad. Coach John Van-Dam led his JV Viking football team to a 1-5 record. Assisted by Coach Jeff Johnson, VanDam guided his Gridders through a rugged schedule which consisted of such powers as Kalamazoo Hackett, White Pigeon, Constantine and others. The coaches were pleased with their team's determination and “never-let-down” attitude. Their will to keep trying carried them to two very exciting ball games: their come-from-behind victory against Litchfield and their strong performance against a tough Quincy team. Joey Losinski was the recipient of the Coaches Award” for his determination and hard work as well as his talent. JV Football 133 Girls’ Varsity Improves Varsity Girl’s Basketball Head Coach Chris Brilinski led her Girl's Varsity Cagers to a 8-12 record. The lady Vikes were led by the strong seasonal play of Marcia Carpenter who was recognized on the area level. Many other players, including many underclassmen, turned in fine individual seasons as well. The highlight of the season for the team was their revenge victory over Quincy in the first round of the district tournament. The win was strictly in vain as the Vikes were upended by state-rated Homer in the final contest. The team’s 8-12 record was an improvement of last year’s and the quality of talent among the younger players shows promise for next year’s season. First row: Teresa Bell. Amy Lutz, Lisa Roussey, Roxann Litzau, Laurie Herman, and Kelly Kurtz. Second row: Polly Weaver (manager), JoAnn VanBlardom, Sandy Davis. Marcia Carpenter. Ramona Smoker, Dena Davis, Julie Himebaugh, and Coach Chris Brilinski. 134 VARSITY BASKETBALL JV’s Stay Enthused JV Girls Basketball The Girl’s Junior Varsity Basketball team worked their way to a 6-12 record. They were guided by Jane Snyder, who was coaching basketball for the first time. The girls played with consistent enthusiasm throughout the year as evidenced by the scores of their games — six of their losses were by five points or less. These tight game situations and the hard work contributed by the team helped to develop many strong fundamentals which will be valuable to future Bronson teams. (left to right) First row: Kim Strong, Sherry Davis, Jean Sikorski, Sharri Strong, Trina Wiler, Chris Steffes, and Tina Schaeffer. Second row: Kim Clover (manager), Mary Houghton, Jill Smoker. Stacy Hathaway, Missy Weaver, Sherri Bercaw, Laura Gropp, and Coach Jane Snyder. JV BASKETBALL 135 Grapplers Pin Down Eight Wins Back row: Dan Kiboloski, John Courtney, Harold Gump, Kevin Losinski, Sam Byler, Brian Miller, Jeff Ruder, Chris Albright, Marlow Skinner. Mr. Moon, Mr. Atkocunis. Front row: Tracy Fotchman, Wendy Kehoe, Scott Finley, Scott Sowle (Nunn), Chuck Kline, Joe Losinski, Jim Sikorski, Sam Butters, Dave Herman, Kevin Stutzman, Ed Micklatcher. A young but strong Viking wrestling team worked its way to an 8-4 record. The team also placed first in the Constantine Invitation Tournament and placed third in two other similar tourneys. Head Coach Carroll Moon, Captains John Courtney and Kevin Losinski provided the leadership for the squad which will have eight returning lettermen. Serving as an incentive for the team was their will to work towards making Assistant Coach Charles Atkocunis’ final season a success. The Viking Grapplers had seven members qualify for Regional competition with four of those advancing to the State. The State participants included Seniors Sam Butters, Harold Gump, and Kevin Losinski, and Sophomore Ed Micklatcher. 136 WRESTLING WRESTLING 137 Varsity JV Basketball The varsity basketball team experienced a disappointing 13-8 season, losing several games by very small margins. In district tournament play they yielded to Quincy in overtime 57-62. The JV’s compiled a record of 12 wins and 8 losses. Members of the J.V. basketball team: Front row: Dick Howard, Pat Peavey, Ron Cary, Gary Ratkowski, Randy Herman, Jim Miller. Back row: Manager Tom Duke, Coach Mike Miller, Rick Connolly, Bill Ludwick, Earl Vorce, Mark Smoker, Brian Eley and Martin Rzepka. Members of the varsity basketball team: Back row: Coach Bill Zabonick, Ron Herman, Alan Bidwell, Scott Schafer, Mark German, Eric Eley, Mike Koss, Curt Clemens. Front row: Eric Saitz, Kalon Hoard. Brad Neveraski, Kevin Atkins, Mike Kurtz. Tony Lutz, Chris O’Rourke, and Manager Mickey Smoker. 138 BASKETBALL BASKETBALL 139 Senior Varsity Players Members of the freshman basketball team are: Assistant Coach Gary Phillips. Dan Vorce. Scott Palmateer, Carey Davidson. Richie Good. Glyn Holst, and Coach Lynn Mayer. Front row: Jeff Case. Bob Mayer. Dennis Sikorski, Butch Kubasiak. Mike Bassage and Stan Yearick. Not pictured: Ken Roussey. 140 BASKETBALL Girl’s Softball Bronson High School welcomed girl’s softball to its sports program this year. This is the first girl’s softball team from Bronson to ever compete at the High School level and their season was not a disappointment. Carl Rifenburgh took the coaching position of the young team and guided them to an impressive record of 13-3. Although they did not advance very far in tournament play, they displayed a great deal of potential and proved that this program is worthy of continuance. Members of this landmark team included: Assistant Coach Mrs. Rifenburgh, Paula Turner, Stacy Hathaway, Brenda Barrows, Laura Gropp, Christine Junker. Ramona Smoker, Coach Carl Rifenburgh. Middle row: Teresa Bell, Laurie Forsyth, Belinda Yeakey, Kris Grove, Chris Steffes, Tina Schaeffer, JoAnne VanBlarcom, Chris Bischoff. Front row: Sherrie Bercaw, Amy Lutz, Rhonda Williams, Cheryl Hoopingarner, Tonya Martinez. Lori Forsyth, Renee Kelley, Sherry Davis. GIRL'S SOFTBALL 141 Kneeling: Misty Dempsey, Sandy Davis, Ramona Smoker, JoAnn VanBlarcom, Roxann Litzau. Standing: Coach Becky Fraser, Marilyn Kline, Teresa Bell, Polly Weaver, Lisa Roussey, Carrie Maddox. Becky Fraser, coaching varsity volleyball at Bronson for the first time, led the team to a record of 8-5. Even though the girls played consistently throughout the season, they were unable to advance into tournament play after being defeated by a strong Pennfield squad in their pre-district game. Rookie Coach Ellen Sully guided the JV spikers to an im-pressive 8-11 record. Undeviating play, sparked by a great deal of enthusiasm created the winning combination. Kneeling: Kris Grove, Kelli Aker, Nancy Pranga. Chris Steffes, Sherrie Bercaw. Standing: Coach Ellen Sully, Laura Gropp, Jill Smoker, Mary Houghton, Paula Turner, Manager Tia Sager. 142 VOLLEYBALL WRESTLTN 5 OPPONENT Constantine 31 4ti at ft“nnf� «ld Invitational SprThgheid IS] 3rd at 10th at 3rd in South' 53 White Pigeon lmJ 40 Pennfield 23 tational 15 27 Prairie Heights 4th at Union City Invitational Sturgis GIRL’S SOFTBALL OPPONENTS Sturgis JV Bronson Invitational 9 16 9 21 2 5 10 20 3 19 2 6 5 7 0 Mendon Albion Creek Burr Burr Oak Hillsdale Mendon Constantine Colon Coldwater JV Sturgis JV Hillsdale Colon Colon Middleville Galesburg-Augusta 4 6 4 2 1 3 3 4 10 I 11 Constantine 7, Sturgis JV 1 Hillsdale 3 5 Springfield 6 2 Albion 2 5 Constantine 5 2 Coldwater 2 3 Pennfield 5 3 Sturgis JV 4 3 Albion 4 0 Hillsdale 4 2 Pennfield 7 5 39 Olivet 1st in Constantine invitational 29 Union City 3rd at Leslie Invitational Coldwater Pigeon 44 1$L “ 5th place in Dij rp ament (Pre-District Qualifying Game) 3 3 4 0 10 BHS Both teams Both teams JVs won Varsity won JVs won JVs won Both teams Both teams 4th at Varsity Varsity won Both teams Varsity won VOLLEYBALL PPPONENTS Albion won lost won won Coldwater Hillsdale Burr Oak hite Pigeon White Pigeon Hillsdale Sprjngffeld Tekonsha Invitational Colon Burr Oak Constantine Galesburg-Augusta won 144 SCORE PAGE VARSITY FOOTBALL BHS OPPONENTS 0 Quincy 42 34 Ecorsft 20 0 Kalamazoo 2j ““ • (lackett 1 0 White Pigeon 0 Pennfield 6 Nofthridge 0 Constantine 14 Whiteford 8 Albion IV FOOTBALL OPPONENTS Quincy Kalamazoo 28 ackett White 32 Pennfield 48— LitcRTlH 6 BHS GIRLS JV BASKETBALL OPPONENTS BHS 2 SPj Tied for 2nd 0 Sturgis 4 Hillsdale GIRLSJ-ENNIS ONENTS eld invitational 2 Springfield 5 1 Coldwater 6 2 Marshall • 5 0 Three Rivers 7 3 Albion 4 3 Hillsdale 4 0 Albion 7 2 Coldwater 5 5 Marshall 2 BOYS GOLF HS OPPONENTS 204 Union City 195 216 Quincy 168 20a Albion 189 202 White Pigeon 176 192 Centreville 167 239 Quincy 172 204 Union City 174 213 Constantine 190 186 Centreville 177 Bronson 205; Constantine 182; White Pigeon 184 18th in Regional Tournament 227 Coldwater 176 GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL BHS 38 36 46 24. 34 30 43 35 31 21 51 50 25 33 29 42 42 45 OPPONENTS Quincy 39 Unfon City 27 Camden-Frontier 57 Sturgis 39 Springfield 30 Litchfield 32 Camden-Frontier 42 Coldwater 50 Olivet 39 Harper Creek 70 Addison 79 Hillsdale ■ 22 Union City 38 Jonesville 31 Litchfield 36 Constantine 34 Athens 50 Constantine 35 36 Quincy 20 9 White Pigeon 13 37 Camden Frontier 10 15 Sturgis 28 24 Springfield 29 24 Litchfield 27 20 Camden Frontier 14 27 Coldwater 43 16 Olivet 40 34 Harper Creek 46 44 Addison 51 25 Hillsdale 9 35 Union City 42 34 Jonesville 11 33 Litchfield 12 23 Constantine 27 16 Athens 19 22 Constantine 27 VARSITY BASKETBALL BHS OPPONENTS 83 Union City 33 62 Albion 52 66 Pennfield 72 41 River Valley 43 59 Constantine 61 46 Sturgis 39 59 Three Rivers 61 74 Homer 40 63 Hillsdale 27 72 Quincy 64 50 Sturgis 46 54 Fremont 48 60 Brandywine 72 78 Pennfield 60 79 West Shore 70 65 Olivet 41 76 Prairie Heights 69 62 White Pigeon 63 59 Athens 54 55 Coldwater 56 District Tournament 57 Quincy 62 J.V. BASKETBALL BHS OPPONENTS 60 Union City 44 44 Albion 69 41 Pennfield 36 42 River Valley 51 46 Constantine 45 38 Three Rivers 39 44 Three Rivers 47 68 Homer 46 55 Hillsdale 74 31 Quincy 23 48 Sturgis 43 29 Fremont 32 63 Brandywine 57 53 Pennfield 46 77 West Shore 38 44 Olivet 57 62 Prairie Heights 56 45 White Pigeon 65 54 Athens 43 71 Coldwater 55 Tennis The girl’s tennis team returned to action this year after missing a season due to a millage defeat. Playing a large and difficult schedule, the team compiled a 2-10 record and tied for second at the Springfield Invitation Tournament. Coach Martin Woodcox was pleased with the progress and improvement of his players, as well as the quality of play of many younger players. The boy’s team, also coached by Mr. Woodcox, turned out its best year in a long time by working for a record of 4-12. Back row: Coach Martin Woodcox. Sue Losinski, Gina Williams, Paula Turner. Teanna Weage, Amy Weaver. Front row: Kelly Crabill, Tammy Howard, Kris Malovey, Buffy Wilber, Joy Wells, Susan Furhey. Not pictured: Marcy Combs. Back row: Coach Martin Woodcox, Bill Kasperski, Rob Rhoades, Brian Winney, Dan Hughes, Mike Renshaw. Front row: Jeff Winney, Jeff Wolf, Dave Wirgau, Barry Duncan, Ken Soslnskl, Kenn Clark. Not pictured: Kerry Havlat, Gary Dudek, Matt Ritter. 146 BOYS AND GIRLS TENNIS GOLF 147 Standing: Coach James Modert. Tony Martinez, Brian Eley, Rob Rhoades, Chris Gilbert. Kneeling: Kenneth Kubasiak, Kevin Stutzman, Robert Mayer. Jeff Case. Track Teams Show Improvement The girls’ track team put together the finest season in five years as they worked toward a record of 7-4, breaking many school records in the process. They were guided through their tough schedule by head coach Chris Brilinski. Marcia Carpenter and Dena Davis were state qualifiers in the discus and high jump respectively, with Davis going on to place second in the state. Coaching the boys’ track team again this year were Car-roll Moon and Keith Dykman. The team finished with a record of 3-8, their best in two years. nn( m( W'K'nn , aa A inn n A A' ft) h I u ' A tr v v vo . •• ; zJt Front row: Managers Natalie Finley and Cheryl Brinkman; Roxann Litzau, Shelly Geiger, Lori Wotta, Dena Davis, Marcia Carpenter, Sandy Davis, Buffy Wilber, Julie Himebaugh, Carrie Maddox, and Coach Chris Brilinski. Middle row: Manager Lori Drake, Trisha Albright, Linda Collyer, Missy Weaver, Marcy Combs, Laura Byler, Polly Weaver, Joyce Miller, Laurie Bohacz and Lisa Roussey. Front row: Veronica Vorce, Tia Sager, Sharrie Strong, Kim Waird, Maria Albright, Cindy Krontz, Kim Saitz, and Susie Wotta. Not pictured: Nancy Pranga. Back row: Assistant Coach Keith Dykman, Earl Vorce, Brian Metzger, Jeff Ruder, Scott Byler, Chris O’Rourke, Brian Clemens, Kim Cranson, Tony Lutz, and Coach Carroll Moon. Middle row: Bob Mayer, Shawn Fowler, Steve Ratkowski, Dan Maddox, Lee Hamilton, Mike Kurtz, Jim Brinkman, and Brad Philson. Front row: Marlowe Skinner, Jim Miller. Chuck Cline, Joe Losinski, Sam Butters, Brian Stroup, David Good and Norm Bidwell. Not pictured: Bill Lud-wick, Glyn Holst, and Ed Micklather. 148 TRACK Baseball The varsity baseball team experienced a disappointing season under the direction of first year coach Frank Sineni, who, along with Captains Kalon Hoard and Carlin Smith led the team to a record of 5-14. With only four retiring seniors, many underclassmen gained experience in game situations giving Coach Sineni an optimistic view of the future. The JV’s started their season with a bit of uncertainty because a head coach couldn’t be found. Varsity coach Sineni and Athletic Director Paul Turner helped to direct the team in the early part of the season until John Mayer, a Bronson citizen, volunteered. Under Mayer’s guidance, the team put together a record of 8-4. Front row: Rob Dixon, Darrell Sensat, Greg Vest, Rick Bell, Todd Aleman, Kevin Atkins and Rond Johnson. Back row: Randy Mock, Brad Neveraski, Mark Smoker. Bruce Clemens. Carlin Smith, Kalon Hoard. Bill Baker, and Coach Frank Sineni. Seated in front: batboys Rob Dearman and Brett Sweers. Front row: Scott Palmateer, Kevin Stutzman. Tony Martinez, Tom Duke, Dennis Sikorski, Tom Wotta, Ron Cary. Back row: Coach John Mayer, Ken Kubasiak, Brian Eley, Pat Peavey, Brian Miller, Randy Clark, Rob Chard. 150 BASEBALL “Ducks on the Pond” BASEBALL 151 Varsity Cheerleaders This year's squad, comprised of four seniors and three juniors, did an outstanding job of providing spirit and encouragement throughout the many games and events. Pictured below: Kelly Williams, Kathy Sikorski, Bridget Odisher, Sue Sexton, Tonya Davis, Christine Lute, Annette Dow. 152 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS JV CHEERLEADERS 153 Studying hard. Making up time. Good-bye! It's been a long year. I'll teach. 6-9-82: The year's done. 154 MEMORIES WARREN’S 76 STATION 24 Hr. Wrecker Service 611 West Chicago St. Bronson, Ml 49028 Phone: (517) 369-4065 A note in class??? LeRAN COPPER BRASS 300 Jay St. Coldwater, Mich. Phone: (517) 279-9701 Congratulations Seniors Oh. no... Crystal • Silver • China • Watches • Jewelry KIESS JEWELRY Our Service Department Makes the Difference 50 W. Chicago Kenneth Miller Coldwater, Ml 49036 Jeweler Phone (517) 278-2488 114 W. Chicago Road Sturgis, Michigan 49091 SUPPORTERS 155 A Moment... a Mood a Place in Time! A fine portrait study is forever... it is the present and the past given to the future ... it is a way to remember that cannot be duplicated. The gift of a fine portrait study takes time and effort and is truly an expression of love on the part of the giver; and, when properly displayed, reflects the close feelings between two people or a family. We Specialize... in Salon Type Photography and Graduation Portraits of Course! Congratulations Class of 1982 A Profile Portrait... Can Be a Beautiful Experience... 62 Division St. Coldwater 517-278-4886 156 SUPPORTERS MEMORIES 157 158 CLASS OF 82 MEMORIES 159 Well, we now find ourselves at the end — the end of the many memories of happy times, sad times and fun times, woven as a thread throughout this book. All these memories are placed here for everyone — teachers and friends — to look at and to laugh at, today and years into the future. As editor, my staff and I have compiled all these moments for you — the people who make the yearbook a success with all your smiling faces. I hope you will cherish these memories. I would also like to thank my staff for all their hard work, and especailly Mrs. Hurd, our advisor, who strived hard to make everything work out successfully. May you all find peace and happiness always. To the Class of 82” — much success in what you choose to do. w Laurie Herman Yearbook editor The task of preparing a yearbook for publication would be impossible without the encouragement and cooperation of so many, that to begin singling out a few for special recognition is almost dangerous. There does need to be acknowledged the contribution of our staff of students, many of whom have given of themselves tirelessly: Laurie Herman, editor;? Maria Albright, business and advertising manager, assisted by Lorinda Mayer; Leasa Modert, typist; artist Shawn Brewer, designer of the cover; photographer and artist Kyle Adamson, division pages; Brian Stroup, Cyndi Krontz,;Amy Weaver, Konnie Morrill, photographers; Brian Winney, activities; Christina Junker and Kris Malovey, administration and faculty; Betsy Shoun and Mary Lahrke, organizations; Laurie Herman, Seniors; Carlin Smith, sports; Gina Williams, underclassmen; and Tami Platter, who tackled any task I assigned her. I would like to also acknowledge the valuable assistance of Leo Zimmerman of Taylor Publishing Company; Ron Philbrick of Carousel Studios and Bronson Journal editor Ray Smith, who came to our rescue more than once. Vera Hurd Yearbook advisor 160 BRONSON HIGH SCHOOL