Bronson High School - Viking Yearbook (Bronson, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1984 volume:

fable of Contents Time Flies ... Friends..................5 Catch it Administration...........9 in the 1984 viking Seniors.................15 Underclassmen..........39 Bronson High School Bronson'S 49028 Organizations...........63 Sports.................77 Faculty...............101 Activities............107 Advertisements .... 127 Memories..............153 “Time is a stream which glides smoothly on and is past before we know.” Table ot Contents 1 We Dedicate ... this 1984 edition of the VIKING to three of our supportive staff who are retiring this year. Clare Laws began working m the Bronson School system in 1963 on a temporary basis However, because of the efficient manner m which she handled her duties she is now finishing twenty-one years of uninterrupted service as study hall supervisor and attendance clerk. All of us will feel our loss next year without Mrs. Laws who hopes to have more free time for travel and family. She in turn says she will greatly miss the association with staff and students. Marjorie Keeslar is finishing twenty-one years as a cook for the high school cafeteria. In reference to her involvement she said. “I have enjoyed the work. Many changes have taken place, but the students remain their loveable selves, complaining one day and complimenting the next.” She is looking forward to having more opportunity for travel, hobbies and family. John Ash spent ten years as a custodian in the Bronson School system following twelve years with Sturgis Public Schools. Having worked the night shift for part of that time, he saw students m their after-school activites and says he wiN miss them. However, he is looking forward to having more time for his grandchildren. reading and riding his bicycle. We will miss these who have been dedicated to their |Obs and wish to express our appreciation for all our hourly employees who quietly and faithfully work ft the background. 2 • r Lorinda Mayer Crowned Branch County 1984 Junior Miss At the Sixth Annual Junior Miss Pageant held m the Tibbits Opera House, Saturday, November 19, 1983, Lorinda Mayer was named Branch County's Junior Miss for 1984. She was selected from 11 contestants, all of whom were seniors m their respective high schools. Each girl was judged on youth fitness; creative and performing arts; and poise and appearance. Lorinda was the first girl from outside the Coklwater area ever to have earned the right to represent Branch County m Michigan's 26th Annual Junior Miss Program, staged in the Marshall Middle School auditorium January 21. 1984. Out of 28 contestants Lorinda had the high honor of being named third runner-up. Her performance in the creative and performing arts category was a song and dance routine that she choreographed herself — A Bushel and a Peck'' from the Broadway musical Guys and Dolls. As members of the yearbook staff, we have been pleased to write the above in recognition of Lorinda s achievements as a person and in appreciation for the two years she has served as editor of the 1983 and 1984 Bronson High School Viking Bronson High School Yearbook Staff and Mrs. Vera Hurd. Advisor 3 1984 Viking Staff Time Flies ... Catch It in the Yearbook Time Flies .. Catch It in the Yearbook was the theme chosen by the 1984 Viking Staff to capture those friendships and experiences enjoyed in high school before the hands of lime erase them from our minds forever. The Viking Staff hopes that you will enjoy and treasure each ot these moments that they have captured, and that they win bring pleasant memories to al. Advisor — Mrs. Vera Hurd Editor — Lorinda Mayer Assistant Editor — Shelly Geiger Business Manager — Tony Antoszkiewicz Assistant Business Manager — Pat Hall Advertising Manager — Bob Mayer Artist — Rob Chard Artist — Dave Moschke Activities — Kathy Czajkowski Administration Faculty — Michelle Minger Organizations — Mary Lahrke Organizations — Chuck Cline Seniors — Kim Byers Sports — Laurie Bohacz Sports — Jeff Case Underclassmen — Beth Herman Photographers — Sue Furney, Jeff Case, Tim Emerick, Dan Hughes 4 Viking Staff CO 6 Friends Friends 7 My Best Friend Whenever I need a friend You always seem to be there. You help me with my problems, And our joys together we share. I can’t imagine life Without a friend like you. Once we get together We are an indivisible two! All the fun I’ve shared with you Can never be replaced. Together we’ve had many good times, And conquered the problems we've had to face. So I want you to know That I am always here, If ever you need a friend To make your thoughts clear. And when I must leave you, As many good friends sometimes part, I leave you with good memories And an important place in my heart. Kelli Schenk, Alton, IL 8 Friends Board of Education Left to Right: George Mayer, trustee: Larry Miller, trustee. Thomas Rissman. treasurer; Charles Somerlott. president; Elmer Moffett, secretary; Barbara Junker, trustee; Mary Lahrke and Jeff Case, student representatives. a. George Mayer and Larry Miller seriously ponder a proposition. b. Student representatives Mary Lahrke and Jeff Case take notes on the discussion. c. Bronson Journal Editor Ray Smith faithfuHy records the proceedings. d. Gary Crandall and Mr. Wragg make a proposal while secretary Carol Forslund takes notes. e. Barbara Junker weighs the pros and cons of an important decision. • 10 School Board Administration Accepting the task of Superintendent of Bronson Community Schools, Richard Wragg brings to his job a rich and varied background. In 1953 he began his career in education in Galesburg-Augusta as a teacher and for six years assumed various responsibilities such as coach, bus driver, custodian and finally principal. Moving to the Stump School K-8 district he served as superintendent until 1965 when Stump was consolidated into the Benton Harbor Area Schools of 12,000 students. During this seven-year period Mr. Wragg filled the position of curriculum director. In 1972 he became the assistant superintendent for the Escanaba Public Schools and in 1976 accepted the superintendency in Montague before coming to Bronson in 1983. We would like to extend to him and his lovely wife Marolyn our warmest welcome. Mr Warren Wade came lo Bronson High School in 1970 and since that lime has served as its principal. Mr. Paul Turner is filling the post of assistant principal and athletic director lor the third year. Administration 11 Secretaries To our wonderful secretaries at B.H.S. we would like to say “Thanks.” Each seems to have a cheerful smile even during the most hectic days! Keeping files straight, making copy after copy of worksheets for teachers, receiving telephone calls, issuing morning bulletins, plus meeting the demands of our administrators all add up to much work. We just want you to know that all of your hard work and effort is deeply appreciated. a. Mrs Carol Forslund, Superintendent's sec. b. Mrs Linda Weber, Principal’s Sec. c. Mrs Lori Cranson, Switchboard Operator d. Mrs. Phyllis Crandall. Substitute Sec. e. Dear Mom: I've just about had it!” t. Ahhhhhhh! Four o'clock!'' e i 12 Secretaries Finance$$$ Transportation Above: Since 1974 Mr. Gary Crandall has been responsible lor Ihe financial structure of Bronson Community Schools. Right: Mrs. Beverly Weaver has many responsibilities in the finance office, among which is keeping accurate records of the money of various clubs and organizations. It is through the efforts of our bus drivers that we students arrive safely at school. We would like to thank them for their faithful service in all kinds of weather. First Row. Irvin Worthman. Janice Smoker. Frances Furney. Alice Cranson. Larry Sikorski. Diane Losinski. Barbara Losinski. Gracie Green. Second Row: Barbara Lindsey. Inez Kolassa. Gene Widener. Mary Ann Smoker. Gail Metzger. Robert Byler. Ron Ross. Ralph Widener. Betty Cranson. Finances Transportation 13 Kitchen Our appreciation is extended to the kitchen staff for making each day a little more enjoyable. Below: Food Service Supervisor Helen Williams, cooks: Marjorie Keeslar, Joyce Hoard and Nancy Rakacy. Maintenance Above: John Ash. Right: Craig Furney, Brian Hagen, and Head Custodian Larry Griffeth. A special thanks to the maintenance department for doing a fine job and enabling the students at B.H S. to be proud of their school. James Blaskie Andy Keley 14 Kitchen Maintenance President s e n ■ i o r 1984 Treasurer Class JCerri 4tLi ns Vice President 0 f t ■ 1 C e r s 16 Senior Class Officers Mrs. Vera Hurd and Mr. John VanDam Class Colors: Pink and Silver Class Motto: “The moment may be temporary, but the memory is forever.’’ Class Flower: Pink Rose Class Song: “Theme From Mahogany’’ (Do You Know Where You’re Going To) Baccalaureate: June 10, 1984 Graduation: June 13, 1984 Seniors 17 Graduating Class of 1984 . KM JLer C hrii . ‘I fhr iy hi Chris (Kiuhoff) JfJrith . Jnloizh trim z - Kerri 4lL mi Oi na Btsi.t rjCuuru Boh tit z 18 Seniors url J- nrn iidc J(i mlurfy JJyerS KoLrt CkarJ . 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Reporter Region I Foreign Study Club — 4 Yearbook Staff — 2 Cheerleader — 1 BOEC — 1 Reporter — 1 Student Council — 1 Band — 1 Beggars — 3 Spirit Core — 2 Robert Chard National Honor Society — 2 National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist — 1 State Thespian Convention — 1 State Honors Choir — 2 Hope College Math Prize Competition — 1 Michigan Math Competition Semi-Finalist — 1 Band — 4 A Cappella Choir — 3 Tennis — 1 Golf — 2 Baseball — 2 Thespians — 2 School Plays — 2 Yearbook Staff — 2 Grand Valley Computer Team — 2 Talented and Gifted Program — 2 Follies — 1 Quiz Bowl Team — 2 Chuck Clina Track — 4 Wrestling — 4 Cross Country — 2 All-Conference — 1 State Qualifier — 1 Captain — 1 MVP — 1 Student Council — 1 Follies — 1 Yearbook Staff — 1 School Plays — 1 Linda Collyer National Honor Society — 2 Varsity Club — 3 Quiz Bowl — 1 Student Council — 1 School Plays — 2 Track — 3 Rick Connolly Concert Choir — 1 A Cappella Choir — 2 VICA — 1 VICA Locals and Regionals — 1 Basketball — 4 Baseball — 4 Kim Crum Follies — 1 FFA — 1 A Cappella Choir — 1 Sherry Davis Basketball — 1 Track — 1 Softball — 2 Varsity Club — 2 Foreign Study — 1 Band — 4 Majorette — 4 DECA — 2 DECA Locals — 2 Follies — 1 Mary Dow Track — 1 Cheerleading — 3 Follies — 1 Student Council — 1 BOEC - 2 President — 2 BOEC Regionals Snoball Court Homecoming Court Thomas Duko Snoball Court — 1 Homecoming Court — 1 Senior Achievement 29 Basketball — 1 Manager — 1 Baseball — 4 Concert Choir — 1 A Cappella Choir — 3 Ssn-T10ts cno1 ■ Master of Ceremonie: Solo and Ensemble — 3 School Plays — 3 Thespian — 2 Treasurer — 1 State Thespian Convention — 1 Student Council — 2 Quiz Bowl — 1 Office Help — 1 Library Help — 1 Rosetta Ferguson BOEC — 2 BOEC Regionals and State Office Helper — 1 Library Helper — VS Susan Furney Tennis — 4 Captain -MVP — 1 Yearbook Staff - 2 School Plays — 1 Band Kristina Grove Homecoming Court — 1 Snoball Court — 1 FFA Sweetheart — 1 Volleyball — 4 Co-Captain — 1 Track — 1 Cheerleading — 1 Spirit Core — 3 Treasurer — 2 Foreign Study — 4 Varsity Club — 3 Student Council — 1 Follies — 1 Softball — 1 Leadership Training — 1 VICA — 2 Vice President — 2 Patrick Hall Concert Choir — 1 A Cappella Choir — 3 Solo and Ensemble — 4 v Honors Choir — 4 National Honor Society — 2 School Plays — 2 Tri State Math Competition — 1 Michigan Math Competition — 2 Hope College Math Competition — 1 Grand Valley Computer Competition -2 Yearbook Staff — 1 Tennis — 1 Kip Harris restling — 2 A Cappella Choir — 1 Honors Choir — 1 Randy Herman Class Treasurer — g. Football — 4 Basketball — 3 Baseball — 2 Track — 1 Dan Himebaugh restlin Mary Houghton Basketball — 4 Sustain — Volleyball — 4 Captain — 1 Follies —kl BOEC — 1 Student Council — 1 Varsity Club — 2 Football — 2 Tennis — 2 Track —2 L Follies — 1 Shawn Johnson Foreign Study Club — 1 Library Aide — 1 DECA — 2 DECA Locals and Distrir Dinah Jones National Honor Society — 2 HOSA — 2 HOSA Locals. Regionals, Band — 1 U.S. History Award — 1 American Literature Award — 1 Home Management Award - Raymond Kulpinski FFA —4 Wrestling — 1 St ate 1 Daniel Hughes Senior Class President -National Merit Schoiarshi Commended Student — Boys' State Delegate — 1 D.A.R. Good Citizen Nominee Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation Seminar Rep. — 1 Michigan Math Prize Competition Finalist — 2 Tri-State University Math Contest 2 Hope College Math Contest — 1 Grand Valley State College Computer Contest — 1 Talented and Gifted Program — 1 Quiz Bowl — 1 Yearbook — 1 Kelly Kurtz Basketball — 4 All Conference — 2 All Area — 2 MVP —2 Volleyball — 1 Track — 1 Varsity Club — 3 President — 2 Leadership Training — 2 Office Help — 2 Lahrke iris' State Representative — 1 necoming Court — 1 Snoball Court — 1 Golf —2 Student Council — 4 Treasurer — 1 President — 1 Foreign Study — 3 Spmt Core — 1 Band - 1 A ( ippella Choir — 3 FFA-3 T reasurer — 1 Secretary — 1 Cheerleading — 1 Yearbook Staff— 3 30 Senior Signatures Varsity Club — 2 School Board Rep. — 2 Thespian — 2 Vice-President State Thespian Convention — 1 School Plays — 4 Follies — 1 Class Treasurer — 2 Quiz Bowl — 1 Solo and Ensemble — 3 Joey Losinski Football — 4 Captain — 1 Wrestling — 4 Captain — 1 Track — 4 Varsity Club — 4 President — 1 FFA — 4 Sentinel — 1 Homecoming Court — 1 Snoball Court — 1 William Ludwick Thespian — 2 Scribe — 1 School Plays — 4 Follies — 2 Stage Manager — 1 National Honor Society — 2 Spirit Core — 2 Treasurer — 1 Hope College Math Team — 1 Michigan Math Test Team — 1 Varsity Club — 3 Track — 4 Cross Country — 1 Basketball — 2 A Cappella Choir — 2 Solo and Ensemble — 1 School Service — 1 Office — 1 Anna Lutz Homecoming Court — 1 Student Council — 1 Basketball — 2 Volleyball — 3 Track — 1 Varsity Club — 1 Office Help — 1 Lorinda Mayer D.A.R. Good Citizen — 1 Homecoming Queen — 1 Girls’ State Delegate — 1 Youth for Senate Delegate — 1 Talented and Gifted Seminar — 1 Class Secretary — 4 Yearbook Staff — 3 Co-editor — 1 Editor — 2 Cheerleading — 3 A Cappella Choir — 4 Secretary — 1 Co-President — 1 State Honors Choir — 3 Solo and Ensemble — 4 Thespian — 3 School Plays — 4 State Thespian Convention — 1 National Honor Society — 2 President — 1 Follies — 2 Quiz Bowl — 1 Golf — 1 Student Council — 1 Basketball — 1 Band — 1 Spirit Core — 1 Edward Micklatcher Wrestling — 4 Varsity Club — 4 Track — 2 Football — 1 Baseball — 2 Michall Minger National Honor Society — 2 | Secretary — 1 Band — 2 Yearbook — i HOSA —2 HOSA Locals — 1 Katrina Navaraski Track — 1 Lea Olney DECA — 2 g DECA Locals — 3 Thespian — 3 Secretary — 2 State Thespian Convention — 1 School Plays — 3 Follies — 2 Master of Ceremonies — 1 Assistant Director — 1 Patrick Puavay Basketball — 4 Captain — 1 Special Mention — 1 Baseball — 3 Cross Country — 1 National Honor Society — 2 Treasurer — 1 Quiz Bowl — 1 Student Council — 2 Homecoming Court — 1 Varsity Club — 1 Nancy Pranga Spirit Core — 3 Foreign Study — 4 Varsity Club — 3 Volleyball — 4 Track —3 Leadership Training — 2 FFA Sweetheart — 1 Gary Ratkowski Basketball — 3 Captain — 1 Baseball — 2 Football — 2 Track — 1 Wrestling — 1 Student Council — 2 DECA — 2 DECA Locals and Regionals Homecoming Court Mika Renshaw Class President — 3 Student Council — 3 Farm Bureau Citizenship Seminar -1 D.A.R. Good Citizen Nominee — 1 Boys' State Alternate — 1 Talented and Gifted Program — 2 National Honor Society — 2 A Cappella Choir — 4 Vice-President — 2 Co-President — 1 Honors Choir — 4 nble — 4 Band — 4 Drum Major — 2 President — 1 Tennis — 4 Varsity Club — 2 Quiz Bowl — 2 spokesman — 1 Co-Spo Senior Signatures 31 Thespian — 3 Scribe — 1 President — 1 School Plays — 3 Follies — 2 Master of Ceremonies — 1 State Thespian Convention — 1 Outstanding Chemistry Student — 1 Tina Roussay Band — 1 Tennis— 1 DECA — 2 Treasurer — 1 Luann Rzepka T rack — 1 School Service — 1 Tia Sager Thespian — 1 School Plays — 3 Student Director — 1 Track — 1 Manager — 2 Volleyball Manager — 2 A Cappella Choir — 3 Honors Choir — 1 Follies — 2 Solo and Ensemble — 2 School Service — 2 Kurt Salsk Varsity Club — 4 Wrestling — 3 State Qualifier — 1 VICA — 2 Treasurer — 1 State Welding Chris Savage VICA — 1 Jean Sikorski Volleyball — 2 Basketball — 2 Track — 1 Softball — 1 Student Council — 2 Varsity Club — 3 Band — 1 HOSA — 2 Vice President — 1 HOSA Locals and Regionals Homecoming Court — 1 Marlowe Skinner FFA — 3 Greenhand Degree — 1 Chapter Farmer — 1 Bronze Meter in Farm Forum — 1 Track — 2 Football — 3 Wrestling — 4 A Cappella Choir — 2 Regional Honors Choir — 1 Junior Achievement — 1 Jill Smoker Talented and Gifted Program — 1 A Cappella Choir — 2 Secretary — 1 Solo and Ensemble — 2 National Honor Society — 2 Vice-President — 1 Class Vice President — 3 Office Help — 3 Follies — 1 School Play — 1 Basketball — 2 Volleyball — 4 Student Council — 1 Julie Smoker Cheerleading — 4 A Cappella Choir — 2 Yearbook Staff — 1 BOEC — 2 Follies — 2 Spirit Core — 3 School Plays — 2 Christine Steffes Farm Bureau Citizenship Delegate — 1 Girls’ State Alternate — 1 Student Council Member of M.P. — 1 Student Council — 3 Vice-President — 1 Varsity Club — 2 Basketball — 2 Softball — 1 Volleyball — 3 Band — 2 School Service — 1 Library Club — 1 FFA Sweetheart Candidate — 1 Follies — 1 Kim Strong Basketball — 4 Captain — 1 Track — 1 Varsity Club — 4 Secretary — 2 Follies — 1 SMAA Honorable Mention — 1 DECA — 2 Silver Merit Award — 1 Bronze Merit Award — 1 Kim Taylor BOEC — 2 Paula Turner Follies — 1 Tennis — 1 Softball — 3 Volleyball — 3 Varsity Club — 3 School Service — 2 Karon Watson Concert Choir — 1 Band — 2 BOEC — 1 Teanna Weage Varsity Club — 3 Tennis — 4 Captain — 1 Foreign Study Club — 2 Band — 2 .-r HOSA — 2 HOSA Locals and Regionals Joy Wells Tennis — 4 A Cappella Choir — 3 Concert Choir — 1 Band — 4 Varsity Club — 3 Foreign Study — 3 HOSA — 2 32 Senior Signatures Cedar Point Here We Come Kerri Atkins and Kim Byers are already in trouble, only being out two days Joey Losinski shows Who's on a diet now says Jean and Nancy. Kim Crum is so happy she's out she's shouting with joy. Senior Class Trip 33 Seniors Recognized for Achievements The second annual Class Recognition Night was held Thursday, June 7 at the Middle School Auditorium. This program was developed to give Seniors the opportunity to exhibit their talents as well as being recognized for outstanding achievements throughout their four years of high school. The Masters of Ceremonies for the evening were Rob Chard, Tom Duke, Lisa Herman and Lorinda Mayer. The production was directed by Miss Patricia Chisholm, Mrs. Vera Hurd and Mr. John VanDam. a. The Superfriends all join tor a game of chance in the high school hall. b. Marlowe Skinner sings Helo as the graduales say goodbye. c. Tom Duke and Lorinda Mayer reminisce of old memories. d. Travel getting into the heavy rock. e. Seniors from the aCappella Choir sing a 60's medley from the Beach Boys. t. Sherry Davis displays her talent with a baton routine to Miss Me Blind. g. The Fruit of the Loom Guys, Oh No!! h. Dan Buehrer steals the show as he sings lead for his band Steel.” Alpha Beta Award — Mike Renshaw Danforth Award — Lorinda Mayer Service Award — Jill Smoker Bill Ludwick Citizenship Award — Lorinda Mayer Tony Antoszkiewicz Americanism Award — Chuck Cline Activities Award — Lorinda Mayer Bill Ludwick National Merit Scholarship — Certificate of Merit, Rob Chard Letter of Commendation, Dan Hughes DAR Good Citizen — Lorinda Mayer Academic All State — Honorary Mention — Mike Renshaw President's Academic Fitness Award — Mike Renshaw Greg Traskos Determination Award — Kenn Clark Business: Accounting — Lorinda Mayer Mine nensnaw Musirv Rand (Sousa Award! — Mike Renshaw shaw I ilture: DeKalb Award — Kim Byers Mary Lahrke Mary Houghton Typing — Laura Bohacz Mary Lahrke Home Economics: Foods — Bart Burnside Bill Ludwick Jean Sikorski Mathematics: Dan Buehrer Pat Hall Yearbook: Lorinda Mayer Tony Antoszkiewicz Sue Furney Attendance: Rosetta Ferguson Dinah Jones Senior Recognition 35 A Final Farewell to the Class of 1984 The Commencement ceremony for me Class of 1984 look place Wednesday. June 13. at 8:00 p.m. n me ttgh School Gymnaswm because of the unfavorable weather conditions. To nsue the eveong woiid go smoothly. Mr Wade briefed the Seniors on necessary mnor changes. In addition to the pomp and color provided by the Junior Honor Guard, the exercises were highfcghted by expressions of gratitude from foreign exchange students rtdeki Hayashi and Thomas Krause The traditional cane ceremony, conducted by Daniel Hughes and Kathy Czajkowski. closed the commencement occasion 36 Historian Graduation Top Ten Academically First Row: Mike Renshaw — 4.0, Dan Hughes — 3.975, Dan Buehrer — 3.875, Mary Lahrke — 3.69. Lorinda Mayer — 3.634. Second Row: Jill Smoker — 3.595, Lisa Herman — 3.575, Tony Antoszkiewicz — 3.475, Mary Houghton — 3.45, Pat Peavey — 3.417. Exchange Students Thomas Krause Germany Hideki Hayashi Japan 38 Top Ten Exchange Students Persistent Juniors The Class of 1985 Trisha Albright Cindy Aldrich Blake Bailey Michelle Bassage Mike Bassage Sherri Bercaw Bambi Bommer Gary Branham James Burdette Annette Butters Kelly Carter Ronald Cary Jeff Case Randy Clark Charles Clevenger Robert Cote Deborah Combs Marcy Combs Kelly Crabill Kathy Czajkowski Curt Curey Picture Not Avoiloble CLASS OFFICERS — Advisor Mr Mosier, President Kathy Czajkowski. Secretary Beth Herman. Treasurer Dennis Sikorski, Vice President Shelly Geiger. Advisor Mr. Lockwood. 2 40 Juniors Cheryl Losinski James Mallow Patricia Mase Robert Mayer Cheryl Metzger Juniors 41 Brian Eley Timothy Emerick Scott Finley Shelly Geiger Tammy Howard Jeff Klinger Christine Knight Kenneth Kubasiak Mike Kulpinski Beth Hermar David Herman Karrie Himebaugh Mike Himet).iugh Glynn Holst James Miller Joyce Miller Kelly Miller Kimberbn Moore David Moschke Jacqueline Nichols Thomas Oliver JaneHe Otis Lance Post Lloyd Prough Sherry Ritchey 0 Dennis Sikorski Kerry Sikorski Karl Smith Keith Smith Matthew Ritter Tammy Rossell Kenneth Roussey Martin Rzepka John Shaffer Mark Smoker Mark Sowle Trisla Taylor Tim Thomas Daniel Vorce Veronica Vorce Merrilee Ward Marlene Wasikowski Kathy Watson Raymond Wheaton Kimberly Wiard Elizabeth Wilber Trina Wiler Jamie Wilson Jeff Wolff Tim Wotta Betty Yearling Stan Yerrick Juniors 43 Exuberant Sophomores The Class of 1986 Laura Albright Robert Aleman Lisa Alger Greg Anderson Erica Andrews Tonya Atchley Patricia Baggett Beth Barrows Thomas Bidwell Karen Bischoff Melissa Bischoff Paula Bistel Melvin Bolen Robin Bommer Kim Brown Renee Buholz Kim Buys Janet Calhoun Donald Carpenter Melissa Carpenter Scott Carpenter 46 Sophomores Susan Carpenter Christy Case Theresa Caudill Sophomores 47 Richard Clifford Matthew Cline Kimberly Clover Clarissa Drust Michael Finley Tracy Fochtman Lori Friedel Michael Gates Brian Gilbert Lon Hall Rick Herman Kenneth Hoard Tracy Holst Douglas Hughes Randy Hyska Patricia Jennings Darin Jerome Kevin Kehoe Wendy Kehoe Brian Coats Amy Crampton Greg Cross Kristne Czajkowski Nathan Disbro Scott Kemery Michael Kirkpatrick Paul Kiser Tammy Knight William Krontz Debra Leach Randy Litzau Elizabeth Livengood Rob Livengood Kristyne Ludwick Jesse McGuire Lori Marks Brian Mockler Carroll Moon Steve Nettleman Christine Newbanks Stephen Noblit Kevin Norton LeAnn Peavey Michelle Perkins Lisa Platter Daniel Rinehart David Rinehart Tonya Roach Christine Robinson Scott Rumsey Steven Russell Dawn Schottenloher Thomas Scully Tracy Smith Kris Smoker Rebekah Squires George Stank e Kendra Stutzman Michael Swift Jeanette Tooman Paula Trine Scott Turner Roltand Vallance Michael VanBlarcom James VanVorst Dianne Wade Marchelle Weaver Karen Webb Melody Wells Darby Wiler Forrest Williams Ricky Wolff Jeffery Yearling Sophomores 49 FRESHMEN Rookie Freshmen The Class of 1987 Kris Aker Todd Allen Charles Bailey Ronda Bailey Jennifer Baldwin Becky Barrows Mark Bassage Cindy Bauman Sieve Bel Russell Bercaw Robert Boyett Jr. Mr. Modert and Mr. Zabonick were very pleased and impressed with the accomplishments of the Freshman class and their successful construction of a homecoming float. The class felt keenly the loss of fellow classmate Tom Kehoe and established a fund in his memory. CLASS OFFICERS — Advisor Mr Modert. President Jamie Smoker. Treasurer Becky Barrows, Secretary Dwayne Smith. Vice President Tony Herman. Advisor Mr Zabonick Larry Brewer Trisha Bystry Brett Cary Gary Caudill Larry Caudill Timothy Cline Rhonda Cook Karyn Czajkowski Chris Danbury Mary Davis 52 Freshmen David Draper Patty DuJardin Lyhne Ellis Ron Fager Konstance Fenner Lisa Frank Karri Freese Sheila Fry Andrea Geiger Ron Gest Timothy Gilson Gwinn Green Gerald Griffeth Jennifer Grove Dana Hand BiNi Jo Hansman LaRita Harmon Karri Harsh Tony Herman JiH Hitchcock Mike Himes Clarence Hoard Mike Hoard Shantel Houck James House Kathy Hutchins Mike Johnson Freshmen 53 - Paul Junker Tom Kehoe James Krontz Wendy Lesher Rhonda Litzau Debra Losinski Wilma Lowe Richard Ludwick Colitta McGuire Kim Malovey Jill Mayer Susan Metzger Alan Mill Dawn Milk Jean Miller LysheH Modert Timothy Moore Patrick Murphy Pam Myers Debbie Riddle Michelle Ross Terry Rossell Michelle Ruder James Rumsey Matt Rzepka Rebecca Scott Cindy Seafert Rodney Sgampellure Daniel Shroyer Dwayne Smith Mark Smith Jamie Smoker Mickey Smoker David Stanley Amanda Stepht’v Richy Stiles Heidi Szafranski Rebecca Thacher Daniel Thomas James VanAken Darrell Vorce Joseph Walk) Holly Washburn Theresa Wasrkowski Stacy Weaver LeAnne Weber Melhssa Wiard Freshmen 55 Melissa Wilber Courlney Wilson Richard Wilson Rhonda Wisman Dave Wohlers Jennifer Woodcox Sharon Woodcox Jody Woods Cindi Wolla Craig Wolta In Memory of Tom Kehoe ... The ring of the bell. The shuffle of feel through an almost soundless hallway. The whispers in the stillness, And the quiet, empty feeling that awaits us all. How can it be?” Why?” So many questions that we, ourselves, cannot answer. Losing a friend is such a hard thing to accept. So much wanting them back, But, instead, only memories. How we wish we could turn time back. To share the friendship again. If it were only possible. In time we shall accept your absence, But, we will never forget your presence. Memories are seldom lost. ... The Class of 1987 56 Freshmen The Class of 1988 Firs! Row: Paula Howe, Shelly A. Smith, Ruby Wolfinger, Doug Anderson, Tony Steffes, Larry Davis. Jon Livengood. Josie Hansman, Jodi Case. Diana Ludwick, Cheryl Drust, Bin Fry, Mark Huff. Second Row: Chad McCormick. Marsh Tolliver. Paul WilNson. Laura Perkins. Tahnee Hartman, Nathanael McGuire, Terry Modert, Shelly D. Smith, Kris DuJardin, Etissa Beard, Kim Six. Third Row: Cheryl Hankins, Effie McNelt, Dale Hobel, Chuck Webb, Tommee Mase, Rich Wohlers, Wayne Reynolds, Cheryl DuJardin, Charity Finley. Pam Tooman. Fourth Row: Missy Snedegar, Tina Foster. Millie West. Lori Holst, Annette Clifford, April Shepherd. Bill Roustong, Kerry Blouin. DeWayne Strong, Troy Lowe. Scott Wiseman. First Row: Shanna Smith, Kim Ankney, Rhonda Rhoades, Stacy Closson, Joyce SUean. Clara Craycraft. Shawn Roberts. Tammy Krontz. Second Row: Tina Roster, Cathy Miliman, Kim Moore, Paula Charlier. Barb Dixon. Rob Dearman, Beth Wilsberg, Jan Metzger, Traci Summerlott. Third Row: Tammy Jones. Diane Lahrke. Melinda Scully. Michelle Badgley, Connie Miner, Orin Drontz. Frank Norris. Ben Wing. Fourth Row: Kevin Cekander, Curtis Fair, Brian Etheridge. Brett Sweers. Todd Marks, Gary Hoard, Kevin Parker, Rick Mills, Paul Squires. Fifth Row: Greg Gray, Joel Saylor, Tim Ransbottom, Phillip Sponsler. 58 Eighth Grade The Class of 1989 First Row: Dallas Bolen. L. D. Wiler. Donna Sowle. Charlene Gump. Amy Carpenter. Missy Teeters, Brent Goshorn. Debbie Baggett. Heather Geer. Yvonne Shifter. Christina Hessler, Kendra Miler, Valarie Cekander. Second Row: Kevin Wiseman. Todd Rice. Tonia Strong. Kim O'Dell. Travis Harvey. James Tolliver. Missy McNees. Kim Vosburgh, Heather Badgley. Nicole Badder, Patty Moore. Teresa Combs. Third Row: John Lesher. Ron Metzger. Rodney Williams. Jason Wilson. Kim Norton. Crystal Henderson. Leah Friedel. Shelly Grindle. Tim Wiseman. Mike Furney, Gene Jones. Fourth Row: Roy Stiles. Darrell Metzger. John Ganton. T. J. Hathaway. Lewis Harsh. Lance Long. Shelly Jennings. Amy Sikorski, Jason Deal. Charlie Danburg. Fifth Row: Harold Verril, Mike Wolfinger, Vicki Schaffer. Ken French. Tadd McMichael. Steve Byler. First Row: Jodi Wohlers. Stacy Hansett, Melissa Gray. Tina Gates. Orie Hoard. Neil Alger. Robert Boes, Foster Creager. Second Row: Laura Wilber. Angela Modert, Sandy Allen, Teresa Buehrer. April Shuler. Alicia Rissman, Tim Metzger. Third Row: Chad Frohriep, Jim Jones. Jamie Schaffer. James Daniels. Jim VanDam. Jamie Vaughn, Charlie Wing, David Woodcox. 60 Seventh Grade Junior High Student Council Firs! Row: Diane Lahrke, Beth Wilsberg, Rob Dearman, Kris DuJardin. Second Row: Shanna Smith. Melinda Scully. Bril Roustong, Tahnee Hartman. Laura Wilber. Dale Hobel. Third Row: Travis Harvey. Sandy Allen, April Shuler. Christina Hessler. Shelly Jennings. Amy Sikorski. Kim O'Dei. Brett Sweers. Advisors: Mr. Bobalik and Mr. Rifenburgh. 62 Junior High Student Council Yearbook Staff The yearbook consists of copy and candids, pulled together by a lot of hard work and dedication from the advisor and staff. Throughout the year the staff has had numerous fund raisers and spent a day at Pokagon for a retreat. First Row: Dave Moschke, Beth Herman, Bob Mayer, Kathy Czajkowski, Shelly Geiger, Jeff Case, Pat Hall. Second Row: Lorinda Mayer, Chuck Cine, Susan Furney, Mary Lahrke, Laurie Bohacz, Dan Hughes. Not Pictured: Kim Byers, Tim Emerick, Robert Chard, Tony An-toszkiewicz, Michelle Minger Representing the Student Body with Spirit! The Student Counat responstte lor nunerous activities throughout the year, such as Twrp Week. Elections. Christmas assembly and Homecomng Dedicated people that are wiikng to take me nme and the effort make it a success are Frst Row Knsti Aker Marcy Weaver Mark Smoker. Mary Lahrke. Tammy Harsh. Marin Rzepka. Mrs MacDonald Second Row Dan Buehrer. Dan Hughes. Kathy Czaikowski. Shelly Geiger. Merrflee Ward, lomda Mayer Chuck Ckne Robin Rhoades Thrd Row Dennis Sfcorski. Pat Peavey. Mike Renshaw. Karri Harsh. Courtney Wison Fourth Row Jeff Case. Doug Hughes. Dave Herman. Bob Mayer Kns Grove. Tony Ank s«rkiewic2 50 Years of Success a a. 1983-84 FFA members b. 1983-84 CHAPTER OFFICERS — Dave Herman, reporter; Joe Losinski, Sentinal; Kim Byers, president; Dale Swift, vice-president; Sue Carpenter, treasurer; and Marlene Wasikowski, secretary. c. Those receiving awards at the annual banquet — Kim Byers, DeKalb award; Dale Swift, Star Chapter Farmer; Tom Bid well, Star Agribusinessman; Melody Wells, Chapter Sweetheart; Kenn Clark, Greg Trask os determination award; Theresa Wasikowski, Tom Kehoe award, and Chris Danbury, Star Greenhand. d. 1984-85 CHAPTER OFFICERS — Dale Swift, president; Sue Carpenter, vice-president; Marlene Wasikowski, secretary; Theresa Wasikowski, treasurer; Dave Herman, reporter; and Jim VanVorst, sentinal. 66 Future Farmers of America Below: BAND OFFICERS FOR THE 1983-84 YEAR — Above: Mr. Staniszewski gives Drum Major Mike Renshaw some Iasi minute instructions. Left: Drum Major Mike Renshaw. Twirier Sherry Davis and the Bronson High School Marching Band. President Mike Renshaw. Vice President Joy Wells. Treasurer Dianne Wade. Secretary Michelle Perkins. CONCERT BAND — Above. First Row: Dianne Wade. Michelle Perkins. Holy Washburn. Michelle Ruder. Missy Wiber, Jeanette Tooman. Joy Weis. Susan Metzger. Jennifer Baldwin. Renee Six. Dawn Miller. Second Row: Cindy Bauman. Betty Yearling, Sherry Pickett. Sherry Davis. Paula Bistel, Debbie Riddle. Joe Renshaw, Brian Coats, Tim Thomas. Rose Sikorski, Jesse McGuire. Jill Mayer. Cindy Seafert. Konstance Fenner. Trisha Bystry. Third Row: Rhonda Litzau, Janet Calhoun, Mark Smoker. Terry Rossel, Dave Moschke, Robert Chard, Richard Good. Lewis Quinn, Tina Yesh, Cheryl Metzger. Tom Scully. Mike Renshaw. Lori Freidel. Tracy Holst. B.H.S. Band 67 A Cappella Choir A Cappela Choir This year’s talented choir was given much recognition, as a result of their hard work. The M.A.S.S.P. Convention was a great honor as they performed for principals from all over Michigan at the Kalamazoo Hilton. The choir was also able to tour and perform for various schools in the S.M.A.A. conference. First Row: Dianne Wade. Janet Calhoun. Tom Duke. Lorinda Mayer. Paul Junker. Cheryl Metzger. Michelle Perkins. Tracy Holst. Tammy Howard. Mary Lahrke. Melody Wells. Mrs. Pustelnik. Second Row: Angela Simon. Becky Squires. Bart Burnside. Buffy Wilbur. Hideki Hayashi. Merrilee Ward. Rich Good. Trisha Albright. Joe Moon. Karyn Czajkowski. Third Row: Joy Weis. Jll Smoker. Bob Mayer. Christy Case. Darin Jerome. Kendra Stutzman. Marlowe Skinner. Cheryl Brinkman. Rolland Valance. Colitta McGuire. Fourth Row: Rose Sikorski, Yvonne Yearling. Tia Sager. Pat Hal, Mike Renshaw. Jeanette Tooman. Bill Ludwick, Paula Turner. Rob Chard and Dawn Miller. Vocalists Show Off Talent Its members this year are: First Row: Lynne E s, Amanda Stephens. Jodi Woods, Deb Riddle, Susan Metzger. Sherry Ritchey, Hope Hudson. Second Row: Theresa Caudill, Kimberly Buys, Kris Ludwick, Rick Stiles, Dwayne Smith, Dave Draper, Rhonda Litzau, Holly Washburn, Sandy Shepherd. Third Row: Rhonda BaJey, LeAnne Weber, Christine Newbanks, Sheila Fry, Mike Finley, Kim Wiard, Jennifer Baldwin, Karri Freese. Fourth Row: Laurie Friedel, Missy Wiard, Janelle Otis, Lewis Quinn, Glynn Holst, Missy Carpenter. Becky Scott, Debbie Leach. Not Pictured: Candy Shepherd, Joe Renshaw, Bambe Bommer, Steve Platter, Gwinn Green. The Concert Choir is an organization which is designed for those students who have the will and desire to sing for en-■nt. This choir I oesne joyme tends Is to be for the less serious music student and requires no audition .for membership to give all students interested in music the opportunity to take part. Talented and Gifted Participants included: Beth Herman, Kathy Czajkowski, Susan Carpenter, Shelly Geiger, Tim Wotta and Jesse McGuire. What is a talented and or gifted student? One definition might be as follows: A talented and gifted student is one who does things a little earlier, a little better, a little faster, and usually a little differently from most other students. Whatever definition is chosen we think Beth Herman, Kathy Czajkowski, Susan Carpenter, Shelly Geiger, Tim Wotta, and Jesse McGuire will fit. These students were selected to participate in the T.A.G. Conference at Battle Creek Central High School. For two days they met and shared communication experiences with others of their caliber from Calhoun and Branch County schools. All participants agreed that hearing experts in the fields of communications and working in discussion groups with their peers was a very rewarding and enlightening experience. Concert Choir T.A.G. 69 Students Tour Europe Vikings Promote Athletics Out school may be relatively small, but a large percentage of students participate m our athletic department, as is evident by the size of our Varsity Club First Row Ed Micklatchee Tony Martinez, Gary Ratkowski. Pat Peavey, Paula Turner. Mary Lahrke. Bill Ludwick, Chuck Cline. Mike Renshaw, Chris Steffis. Jim Sikorski. Kely Kurtz Second Row: Chris Aldrich. Sherry Davis. Jim Miller. Bob Maver, Bufty Wither, Beth Herman. Jeff Case Jamie Wilson. Joe Losinski. Kim Strong Third How: Lisa Alger Joy Wells. Kris Czajkowski Christy Case; Jesse McGure Greg Anderson. Matt Cline, fourth Row: Tonya ■right, Susan Carpenter. Lor Marks. Marcy Weave' D anne Wade. Jeanette Tooman. Kris Ludwio Aimee Smith Tom Bid well. Joe Moon. Dave Herman Dennis Sik orski, Mark Smoker. Advisor Mr, Woodcoj.. Tracy Third Roacn. Melody Wells. K n Smith. Laura Fifth Row S em Bercaw. Betr f'ochtman Martin Rzepka. Briar 1 70 Foreign Study Varsity Club Firs! Row: Jill Smoker, Susan Furney, Shelly Geiger, Beth Herman. Mary Lahrke, Kathy Czajkowski. Lorinda Mayer. Second Row: Michelle Minger, Mike Renshaw, Tony Antoszkiewicz, Jeff Case, Dennis Sfcorski, Mark Smoker, BM Ludwick, Dinah Jones. Linda Colyer. Third Row: Rob Chard. Pat Hall, Pat Peavey, Dan Hughes from al over the world take part in the International Thespian Society The students have an interest and are involved in the Dramatic Arts. 1984 Initiates were, First Row: Kris Ludwick. Michelle Perkins, Julie Smoker, Tia Sager. Second Row: Lisa Alger, Mayer, Laurie Bohacz. Pat .kJ. (Top Photo) Members are: First Row Mr. Rifenburgh. Bufty Wiber. Lee Olney. Mary Lahrke, Lorinda Mayer. Miss Chisholm. Second Row Dana Rifenburgh, Tom Duke, Bill Ludwick, Rob Chard. Mire Renshaw. Bart Burnside 71 Students Assist Office Staff What do they do in the office? They’re the students who pick up absence slips, occasionally answer the phone and run errands. First Row: Bill Ludwick, Kim Smith. Tom Dukee. Second Row: Teanna Weage, Jill Smoker. Paula Turner. Kelly Kurtz. Chris Steffes and Rosetta Ferguson. Library Tasks Made Easier With Student Help First Row: Renee Buholz, Beth Barrows, Amy Crampton. Courtney Wilson, Dana Rifenburgh, Chris Steffes and Tom Duke. Second Row: Michelle Ross, Becky Thatcher, and Bart Burnside. Not Pictured: LuAnn Rzepka and Jeff Wolff Marketing and Visual Distributive Education Communications Kim Crum Lee Olney Marcy Combs Curt Curey Kim Harris Janelle Otis Kelly CrabM Dave Moschke Tammy Harsh Tammy Rossell Randy Herman Jackie Nichols Shawn Johnson Kevin Stutzman Tony Martinez Doug Sygnecki Chris Knight Randy Clark Gary Ratkowski Ken Kubasiak Matt Ritter Kim Strong Cheryl Losinski Trisha Albright Marlene Wasikowski Katrina Neveraski Cindy Aldrich Trina Wiler Kathy Czajkowski Mary Houghton Julie Smoker Betty Yearling Kelli Aker Kim Byers Mary Dow Rosetta Ferguson Kim Taylor Karen Watson Career Center 73 Machine Tools Kevin Drust Mike Kuipinski Lloyd Prough Kerry Sfcorski Mark Sowie Chris Savage Karl Smith Rex Yesh Farm Management Chris Albright Kenn Clark Marlowe Skinner Glynn Holst Jeff Klinger Jim Oxenrider Welding and Cutting Dan Himebaugh Kurt Salek Keith Smith Building Trades Kelly Miller Jeff McCleland Dan Vorce Ed Micklatcher Tony Antoskiewicz Ag Power Mechanics Auto Body Repair Electricity, Heating and Air Conditioning Tim Thomas Jeff Wolf Tom Boyett Ron Cary Ray Wheaton Dave Herman Mike Himebaugh Tony Kline Lance Post Jim Sfcorski Dale Swift Tim Frank Kip Harris Ray Kuipinski Joe Stefanski Gary Branham Scott Finley Jim Mallow John Shaffer James Burdette Bob Cole Mark Dempsey Doug Leach Stan Yerrick 74 Career Center Child Care Chris Bischoft Debbie Combs Teresa Hankins Lisa Herman Patricia Mase Joyce Miller Kim Moore Teresa Schlautman Trista Taylor Veronica Vorce Anna Lutz Nancy Pronga Health Occupations Annette Butters Tammy Howard Joy Wells Dinah Jones Michele Minger Jean Sikorski Teanna Weage Cosmetology Food Service Kris Grove Mitch Brock Ridhard Connelly Don Oliver Tom Oliver Rhonda Sisco Kim Wiard Career Center 75 Students Ouized in Competition Completing their first full year of competition, the BHS quiz bowl team finished in a three-way tie for fourth place in the SMAA standings. In the opinion of the advisors Dave Lockwood and Vera Hurd they could have very easily ended in third had they not lost a couple of matches by very narrow margins. The teams took on a new look with monogrammed sweaters provided through an anonomous source. The scores for the second round of play are as follows: Bronson Opposing Team 115 Olivet 135 115 Maple Valley 155 110 Pennfield 120 125 Springfield 105 110 Bellevue 120 155 St. Phillip’s 90 A JV team, made up of those not quizzing on the varsity squad, saw limited competition because only a few SMAA schools had a second team. Questions for competition included the academic areas of fine arts, literature, science, social studies and mathematics. The following questions are taken from one of the quiz sessions. 1. The style most closely connected with Vincent Van Gogh is? 2. The diagonals of a rhombus are 15 and 20 . What is its area? 3. “The history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles.” Which of the following men made the above quote? (a) Adolf Hitler (b) John Locke (c) Karl Marx (d) Thomas Jefferson 4. Who wrote the novel The Scarlet Letter? aujoqtMBH lajueqieN tr xjey | |je� z ui bsost 2 ujsiuoissajduji-isod l :sj3msuv 76 Vikes Have Tough Luck Season ,, First Row: ScoUPalmateer, Jim SiKorski, Kevin Drusl, Kerry SikorsKi, Kelly Miller, Dave Herman, Joe--losinski Second Row: Doug Sygnecki, Gary Branham, Mall outer, Tim Wotta, Sian Yerrick, Kenn jj Clark, Darby lffiler Third Row Jim Van Vorsl. Tim Emenck, Butch Kubasiak, Marlowe Skinner, Scoli Coach Fisher's young team started the season with only seven seniors and the rest consisting of juniors and sophomores. It was a learning year with the underclassmen gaining very valuable experience. The Vikes had trouble getting into the end zone, and had too many turnovers. As a result, they saw the season end with 0 wins and 9 losses. Although it was bit of a discouraging year for the Varsity Vikes each felt that they had gained from their experience and the lime, effort and hard work put into shaping their team was all well worthwhile. 78 Varsity Foolball Respectable Season Despite Circumstances Firs! Row: Chris Canbury, Rodney Sgambelluri, Tony Herman, Mike Kimes, Tim Moore, Teyyr Rossell. Jamie Smoker. David Stanley. Second Row: Scott Kemery, Bob Aleman. Clarence Hoard. Ken Norton, Matt Cline, Mickey Smoker, Tracy Weaver, Joe Moon. Third Row: Nate Disbro, Mike Bassage, Rollie Vallance, Steve Russell, Ben Yearling, Ron Gest, Matt Rzepka, Scott Turner. Fourth Row: Assistant Coach Bill Myers, Mike Hoard. Mike Kirkpatrick, Jeff Yearing, Dave Pavlov. Tom Scully. Assistant Coach Ken Miller, This year’s J.V. Football team did a fine job under the circumstances as Coach Carroll Moon lost several starters to the varsity squad. The boys finished the season with a respectable record of 3-5 1. Coach Moon stated that the boys were an exciting bunch to work with as he “never knew what to expect from them.” J.V. Football 79 Varsity and J.V. Cagers Enjoy Commendable Seasons First Row: Cindy Wotta, Anna Lutz, Kim Strong, Sherri Bercaw, and Kelly Kurtz. Second Row: Sue Carpenter, Chris Aldrich. Mary Houghton, Laura Gropp, Deb Yesh and Coach Chris Brilinski. The Varsity squad was guided by Chris Brilinski to a commendable overall record of 13-7. The eleven member unit gained considerable recognition as Kelly Kurtz was chosen most valuable player in the conference and teammates Kim Clover, Laura Gropp, and Kim Strong were named honorable mention along with special mention for Anna Lutz. The Junior Varsity squad achieved a record of 14-6 in a respectable season under the direction of Jane Mynhier. The 12-member squad had an even balance of sophomore and freshman players. First Row: Becky Barrows, Kim Smith, Marci Weaver, Kris Cjazkowski and Kiane Wade. Second Row: Coach Jane Mynhier, Kristi Aker, Kim Malovey, Jill Mayer, Patsy Jennings, Dawn Schottenloher, Tonya Roach and Michelle Ruder. 80 Varsity and J.V. Basketball Golf Team Splits Season The golfing team under Coach Moderf won 8 and lost 11 matches this season. They placed tenth in the Regionals. The team consisted of only one senior and the rest were all underclassmen which hampered the team due to a lack of experience. Junior, Jeff Case, was selected to the All Conference team for the second straight year. A promising young golfer, Tom Kehoe, will be sadly missed by his fellow golfers next year. 82 Golf Three Qualify for State First Row: Brian Coals. Jean Miller. Rose Sikorski. Belh Barrows. Ruth Sexlon. Mike Johnson Second Row: Randy litzau. Tracy Holst. Richard Clifford, Mark Smith, George Slanke. Dennis Sikorski. Tim Cline, Jerry Griffeth. Third Row: Coach Keith Dykman, Jim Miller, Jesse McGuire, Greg Anderson. Mike VanBlarcom. Bill Ludwick, Pal Peavey, Chuck Cline, Travis Dykman. Under the strong leadership of Coach Keith Dykman the boys team accumulated a record ot 4-5 overall and the girls -2. The season was sparked by some fine performances as three runners qualified for the State meet. They are Jesse McGuire, Chuck Cline and Jean Miller. McGuire finished second and was named to the All-State team. Both McGuire and Cline were made all conference and named team captains. Beth Barrows and Jean Miller were chosen co-captains for the girls. Cross Country 83 Varsity Encounters Disappointing Season Unfortunately, the Varsity team suffered a disappointing season, losing 13 games and winning 6 overall. The league record was three wins and 9 losses. Mr Zabonick’s most enviable career record now stands at 419 wins and only 186 losses. Several factors contributed to this year’s disappointing season including numerous injuries, only three returning players, and team difficulties in functioning as a unit. Coach Zabonick felt that the season might have had a different outcome if Bronson could have beaten Maple Valley which would have given his players the determination needed to win four or five more games. First Row: Randy Clark, Gary Ratkowski, Ron Cary, Bob Mayer, Jim Miller, and Chris Smoker. Second Row: Assistant Coach Mike Miller, Pat Peavey, Mark Smoker, Brian Ely, Martin Rzepka, Mike Van Blar-com, Rick Connolly, and Coach Bill Zabonick. 84 Varsity Basketball First Row: Rick Herman, Ken Hoard. Darby Wiler. Jesse McGuire, Scott Carpenter. Second Row: Coach Mike Miller. Mall Rzepka, Don Williams, Kevin Kehoe, Randy Hyska, Greg Anderson, Scott Turner. The J.V.’s had a Iremendous season of 18-2 (12-0 in league play), to overcome the SMAA for the second year in a row. The J.V.'s were under the supervision of their coach, Mike Miller, who stated, I’m really happy with the season; the players worked hard and played excellently as a team.” The team’s strong point was defense, holding their opponents to an average of 36 points a game, while the Viking offense pumped in an average of 56 points. Perhaps the most spectacular victory for the squad came late in the season when they tromped Three Rivers by 27 points, revenging an earlier loss of 40-41. J.V. Basketball 85 Freshmen Tie for SMAA Title First Row: Craig Wotta. Bret Cary. Timothy Cline. Mark Smith, and Jamie Smoker. Second Row: Manager Steve Platter. Brian Wholers. Gary Caudill. Dave Pavlov. Larry Caudill. Steve Bell, and Coach Dennis Langwell. The Freshman team was guided by Coach Dennis langwel lo an outstanding overal record ol 18 4 The talented team hmshed 10-1 m conference ptay and placed second r the CokJwaler Exchange Club's Freshman Basketball tornament This is the second consecutive year that the freshman squad tied Pennfieid for the SMAA Champ n$Np Mark Bassage was named team captain m honor of Ns leadership quaiftes Contrfcutng to the success season was Steve Planer and statisticians Kathy Hutchins. C«dy Bauman, and Sherry Picket Cheerleaders Keep Spirit Alive The freshman squad did indeed “keep spirit alive,” by placing first in the Coldwater Exchange Club’s Freshman Cheerleading tournament held February 27 through March 3. Firs! Row: Robm Rhoades. Dana Hand, and Karen Czajkowski. Second Row: Karri Freese, Theresa Warikowski, and Lyshell Modert. 86 Freshmen Basketball Cheerleading Viking Tennis Nets Pair of Wins The young Varsity Tennis team, coached by Mr. Martin Woodcox, finished the season with a 2 and 10 record. The Case Wilson duo finished their season with a 15 and 5 record, along with the 1st Doubles Regional Crown. Coach Woodcox noted, this year’s team was one of the most improved I have coached from start to finish. First Row: Brian Wrozek, Terry Rossell, Rich Ludwick, Brian Wholers. Mark Atenzia, Paul Junker. Second Row: Jeff Case, Hedeki Hayashi, Lnace Post, Rollte Valance. Darin Jerome. Mike Finley. Th d Row: Pat Hal. Thomas Oliver. Jamie Wilson. Jett Wolff. Donny Oliver. Mike Renshaw and Coach Martin Woodcox First Row: Renee Bulholz. Rhonda Cook. Janet Calhoon. Courtney Wilson. Michelle Perkins. Kendra Stutzman. Clarissa Drust. Billi Hansman, Cindy Bauman. Second Row: Coach Martin Woodcox. Amy Crampton. Melissa Wiard, Jenny Woodcox. Marcy Combs. Tina Yesh. Tammy Howard. Joy Wells. Sue Furney. Yvonne Yearling. Boys and Girls Tennis 87 GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL BMS OPPONENTS 53 ftmcy 48 45 Wtvte Pigeon 52 44 St PhWp 58 44 Litchfield 34 34 Petnfwtd 50 46 Belevue 44 28 Swgs L 3T, 61 Obvet 33 49 Mapie valey 29 43 35 53 Sprnghetd Cotdwater St Ph p 18 53 68 45 Umondty 39 37 Pennheld 50 55 W B .u - 53 35 L 31 65 Spi.i.gl-« 44 45 Mapie Vale, ML 30 59 Jonesvie 43 52 Constanbne 44 WRESTLING % 6® 4 OPHjNtXJS M Mum 65 Mend- . 6th r SW fcAcfrfpn Invitational 14 Pr£e Heights 20 CoQUarUnt 4? Ofcvei 25 Marshal 28 Permit 49 Springfield 3f0 o' Union Cityjnviiabonai 42 Mapie Vaie 8th n Athens Invitational 59 Belevue 6th at Constantine Invitational 36 Union City 2nd at SMAA Conference Meet 2nd It SMAA Final Standings 47 cmdwater 23 •tin at District Tournament with 4 Reu- Juabhers Mk;Hatcher, Losnskt SWorski and Saiek Mk � lalchei tsi Salek 2nd Regwnals. Mic lalrher 'at Slate Sab 2nd State ■ VARSITY BASKETBALL 85 Sprmgfietd 48 SI Ph p 37 Three Rivers 45 Pennheld 58 Olvei Maple Valey While Pgeor 55 59 SprmgMd 8elevue Fa OPPONENTS 57 52 61 58 52 42 54 55 78 70 60 58 59 58 3 m. BOYS TRACK BMS OPPONENTS 7 Athens 66 90 Si PTrtp 46 2nd at Bronson Kiwarvs Hvlabonal 69 Union City 67 89 Ouncy 39 48 Obvet 49 54 Pennlield 83 4tn at Athens Relays 87 Spwglietd 47 4 th at Ouncy Invitational 59 Albion 78 3rd al Constance nvitabona) 2nd at White Pigeon Co ed Relays 78 Maple Valey 59 75 Belevue 62 7th at Regional Meet 4th n Conference Meet Jesse Me kme 1st at Stale m Mile and TwoMie VARSITY BASEBALL BMS OPPONENTS 5 Ojmcy 7 0 St Phip 2 • 4 Tekonsha oW Urvon City 4 6 Urvon Oh 7 0, PennlWd 3 6 Beiew 0 4 Olvei 5 3 Sbagis 13 10 Maple Valey 11 0 Ouncy 8 12 Michigan Center 2 14 CokJwai- • 9 2 Si Phip 1 7 Sprmgfn ; 17 5 SpnngA'-M 0 5 Atvon 1 0 Penn held 1 8 Pennheld 7 10 Belevue 0 3 Maple Valey 6 7 Pra«e Heights 5 7 Constantine 0 District Champs BMS 60LF BOYS CROSS COUNTRY 186 UmonUt. 238 184 St Phi 174 Coidw.iter 178 205 Olivet 190 20t Pennleid'J Ttl 185 SprngMd 101 199 Obvet m 194 192 Maple Valey 155 190 Quincy 173 193 SprnglieW 217 189 SiPt p 186 186 CenHevie vg 1 176 P'held 199 Quncy 180 190 Constant 216 193 W Pigeon 178 M VUey 189 5th n League Meet 184 CokVaier M 184 Jones vie |204 10th n Regional Meet BMS OPPONENTS 27 UnwnOty 28 37 St Ph p 20 6lh at Centteviiie Invitational 30 Three fevers 25 6th Otrvetl College hvitafeorui 28 Olvet 27 28 Pennltekl 27 30 Albion 25 2nd Urvon City nvrtabonal 23 Sprngfteld 32 23 Maple Valey 34 20 White Pigeon 39 3rd Branch Couily Meet 5th at Regional Meet Jesse Mcgure 1st. Chuck Cine 19th quality lor Stale Meet McGure 2nd at Stale Meet McGure named lo AlStaie Team BOYS TENNIS BMS OPPONENTS 2 PenoheW 5 3 Constant 4 Bronson 2nd (be) Bronson Inv 3 Slug 4 4 W Albion 3 4th at Pennheld Invitational 0 CokJwaler 7 4 Constantine 3 0 Sprnghetd 7 1 Pennfieid 6 2 Altvon 5 3 CokfntM Central 4 2 Sturgis 5 0 Paichmeni 7 Tied tor 5th m Regnnai Tourney Jamie Wfeon and JeH Case Regional Champs at Nunber One Doubles FRESHMAN BASKETBALL 88 Scoreboard GIRLS J.V. BASKETBALL BHS OPPONENTS 37 ftancy 10 26 Quncy 24 32 SI PhSp 35 19 ticNWd 23 24 PennbekJ 32 25 Bellevue 32 41 Slug 45 OAvet 54 Maf« . t -y 51 $prmgtie j 34 Cok) atef 51 - Si PNbp 29 Un� on City 32 PennheW 38 Belevue 31 Olivet 48 bpongficiO 44 Maple Vale. 40 Jonesv 47 SHr r e VARSITY AND J.V. VOLLEYBALL BHS OPPONENTS Varsity won Gurney Bom learns won UnonCJy varsity 3rd J V. 2nd Bron lav JVs won Mention JVs won Slug Bom learns lost St Bom learns a on Bom learns tost Bu� Oa. PwnheW Varsity won Obveiarvi G A JVs 3rd at Varsity won LafeCity Mapfc Va«ey JVs won Springfield Both teams lost SlPhap Varsity won Atbon Bom teams lost Fwifek) Bom learns lost Comstock Bo (Mean «on BUfevue Bom learns won Olivet m J.V.BASKETBALL □CHvet Mapie Valey Whit- Pigeon 87 SpfmgheW 60 BHvur GIRLS TRACK 8HS 39 85 Alhenb Si Ph 2nd n Bronson Kiwams Invilalionai Crty Onocy Oivei 75’4 , PennlieW 3rd at Athens Relays Springfield 4|h a! jUfKy ln«i Afcion 1SI at G- 72H 88 117 75 ndal Maple Valey Bdle.ue 4tfi 41 RegtafU M. el 1st Cor wen • Meet M-eR y Sut at 400 Relay — Re « School Record 31 J.V. BASEBALL BMS OPPONENTS sa � 0 8 10 6 12 1 4 9 10 6 8 3 2 Slug . 4 Un dl, 19 Beievue 18 Maple VaHey Slug CoWwaier 1 Si Philip 6 Sprnghetd SprngMd Albion 9 PennlieW Tefconsha 2 UnonCay Beievue 1 m VARSITY SOFTBALL BHS OPPONENTS 27 While Pigeon 1 28 Bur Oak 5 14 PennheW 5 7 Belevue 4 7 Ofcvel 4 11 Olvel 8 1 Slug 4 24 Maple Valey 11 16 Hisdaie 13 2 CemrevWe 21 6 Coldwalet 2 3 Spnnghetd 2 2 SprngMd 4 5 AJtvon 6 1 Penn held 2 5 Beievue 4 2 Maple Valey 1 9 JonesvAfe 8 7 Cenlrevie 6 Distncl Champs GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY BHS OPPONENTS Forfeit Uraon City ' WW ± 16m i CenirevUe Invilalionai 32 Three Wvers 25 d Ot� ei College Invilalionai NS NS 27 r 1 ... rennuew 28 NS NS 2nd Union City tnvsabonai NS NS NS NS 31 Color. 24 1st Branch County Met i 6lh at Regwnal Meet Jean Ml.' :4m quatfy kx Stale Meet GIRLS TENNIS BHS Y OPPONENTS 0 SprngAett 7 2 Schoolcraft 5 4 Alton 3 1 SpftagOekJ 6 4lh at RAM Invitational 0 Slugs JV 7 3 Galesburg Augusta 4 2nd Bronson toviiationai CoWwaier 7 0 Penn held 7 3 Schoolcraft 4 1 CokJwaier 6 2 Atxon 5 Scoreboard 89 Varsity Cheerleaders Razzle Spirit... Varsity basketball manager, Dave Moschke. thinks being a cheerleader might not be so bad. Varsity cheerleaders include: Lorinda Mayer. Butty Wilbur. Beth Herman. Shelly Geiger. Kathy Czajkowski, Juke Smoker. 90 Varsity Cheerleaders Jayvee Enthusiasm Overflows The Jayvee cheerleaders, along with the Varsity and Freshman squads, participated in a number of fund raising activities throughout the year. During Polish Festival Days, the girls washed pitchers at the “Big Tent” and conducted a baked foods sale. The cheerleaders also ran a candy sale during Spirit Week and sold Viking pens and pencils during the school year. As a result of the success with these funds new football uniforms will be purchased for the Jayvee and Freshman cheerleading squads. First Row: Lisa Alger. Second Row: Christy Case. Third Row: Coni Hansman, Lori Marks, and Melody Weis. J.V. Cheerleading 91 Two Qualify for State First Row: Ken Roussey, Matt Cline, Joe Losinski, Tim Moore, Duane Smith, Randy Litzau, Tony Herman, Ed Micklatcher Second Row: Stacy Weaver, Nate Disbro, Jim Sikorski, Jim Van Vorsl, Rich Ludwick, Joe Moon, and Scott Kemery. Third Row: Head Coach Allen Sosinski, Kurt Salek, Lewis Quinn, Rex Yesh, Scott Finley, Tom Scully, Steve Russel, Doug Hughes, Chuck Cline, and Assistant Coach Carrol Moon The wrestlers were coached by Mr. Allen Sosinski in his first year at Bronson. Mr. Sosinski is a former Bronson High school wrestler. The team achieved a respectable record of 9-5 and placed second in the conference. The season was sparked by the tremendous effort of many individual wrestlers. Those qualifying for the Regional match were Ed Micklatcher at 98 pounds, Joe Losinski at 126, Jim Sikorski at 132, and Kurt Salek at 185. Two wrestlers qualified for State including Micklatcher who placed first by pinning his opponent and Kurt Salek who finished seventh. 92 Wrestling Micklatcher Captures State Title b a. Eddie is in the process of pinning his opponenl in (he deciding match. b. Eddie is awarded a plaque given by the Stale Wrestling Association in honor ol his wrestling achievements. Eddie Micklatcher is known throughout Bronson High School as a very athletic and hardworking student. He has brought much recognition to the sport of wrestling during his four-year career as he steadily grew closer to achieving a State title. He qualified for Regionals his freshman year, the State match his sophomore year, and placed third at State his junior year. Eddie contributes much of his success to former Bronson wrestling coach and teacher Charles Atkocunis and to Carroll Moon and Al Sosinski for taking over and giving him the guidance he needed. When asked what the highlight of his four years in school was, Eddie said that the entire program was an enjoyable and worthwhile experience. Eddie plans to attend Grand Rapids Junior College for his first two years and then transfer to Michigan State University. 93 Varsity Volleyball Gains Recognition The Varsity team was guided by Coach Dan Mckinley to an overall record of 21-15 and 7-5 in the conference. Kim Clover and Laura Gropp made the all Conference team as well as gaining recognition for their performances in the Coldwater tournament. The team finished 6th in the 16 team Coldwater tournament and 3rd in the conference. Laura Gropp, Kris Grove, and Mary Houghton were chosen team captains. 94 Varsity Volleyball J.V. and Frosh Volleyball Show Talent Both the Junior Varsity and Freshman teams were under the tutelage ot Romona Smoker in her first year of coaching at Bronson. The Junior Varsity finished with a record of 17-9 overall and 8-4 in conference play, while the Freshmen were limited to 7 games and finished 3-4. Dee Dee Wade and Jill Mayer were named MVP’s for the season and Tina Yesh most improved player. Holly Washburn was chosen the Freshman MVP while Becky Barrows and Jean Miller were First Row Jenny Grove. Marcy Weaver. Kristy Aker, Beth Barrows, Dee Dee Wade, and Tina Yesh Se- named most improved players cond Row: Dawn Schollenloher. Jilt Mayer. Cindy Wotta, Tonya Roach. Mary Davis, Jenny Woodcox and VI- Coach Ramona Smoker First Row: Billi Hansman, Courtney Wilson, Pam Myers, and Trisha Bystry. Second Row: Rebecca Scott, Jean Miller. Holly Washburn, Becky Barrows, Rhonda Litzau, and Coach Ramona Smoker. J.V. Freshman Volleyball 95 Track Teams on the Move Firsl Row: Linda CoByer, Ruth Sexton, Beth Barrows. Marci Weaver. Diane Wade, Karyn Czajkowski, Pam Miller, Aimee Smith, Paula Trine, Carrie Harsh. Second Row: Kris Ludwick, Tia Sager, BNh Hansman, Tracy Fotchman, Lisa Alger. Michelle Ruder, Becky Borrows. Jenny Grove, Holly Washburn, Theresa Wasikowski. Third Row: Jean Miller, Kris Czajkowski, Kristy Case, Tonja Roach, Butty Wilbur, Dawn Schotlenloher, Tina Yesh, Jenny Baldwin, Sheila Fry, Missy Wilbur, Shantele Houck, Coach Chris BriSnski. 96 Boys and Girls Track Finishing nineth in State, this was one of the best teams Coach Moon has had. Jesse McGuire was a big part of this team with two first place finishes at the State level in the mile and two mile events. However, as Coach Moon will tell you the whole team worked together this year and showed their running and field power in a 7 to 3 league season. Qualifying for state were Jim Miller, Chuck Cline, Jesse McGuire and Mark Smith. First Row Bnan Costs. Tony Herman. Tim Moore. Joey losmski. Duane Smith. Dave Herman, Mark Smrth. W am Krontt Second Row Richard Ciftord. Matt Cline. Daryl Vorce, Jim S or ski. Joe Moon. Ron Gest. Stacy Weaver, Mark Dempsey, Jm MUer, Coach Carrol Moon. Third Row Asst. Coach Keith Dykeman. Chuck Cine. Marlowe Sknner, Jesse McGure, Tom Bidwel. Bi Ludwick, Rob Chard, Jm House, Martn Rzepka. Mire Hoard. Greg Anderson Coach Brilinski can’t help but smile as her girls won the league title. They finished the season with an 8 to 2 record and set 8 school records, and almost all her tracksters are returning next year. The following girls qualified for state: Kristine Czajkowski, Buffy Wilber, Missy Wilber, Dawn Schotlenloher, Kim Clover, and Jenny Grove. McGuire Takes Two State Titles a Jessi poses with tellow teammates Jim Miller, Chuck Cline, and Mark Smith They are the 4 State Qualifiers b Jesse shows his winning form. Jesse McOuire is an outstanding athlete and gifted student. He has gained much recognition in both Track and Cross Country. Jesse moved from Arkansas last year as a freshman. While attending Bronson High School he has broken school records in Cross Country and Track. This year he placed second at the State Cross Country Meet and first in both the Mile and Two Mile events at the State Track Meet. Much of Jesse’s drive and ambition to win, stems from his hope of winning an athletic scholarship so that he may attend college after his senior year. He contributes his running success to some natural ability but the most important factor is prayer. Jesse says that he doesn't practice any more than his teammates but when watching him it is obvious he puts everything he has into each practice. Jessi McGuire Takes State 97 Weak Start — Strong Finish for Varsity After opening with a 2-9 first half season, the Varsity Baseball team came back strong with an 11 to 4 second half Coach Smem has a lot to be proud of as his players came through and won the District Championship Kevin Stutzman broke two school records with 23 stolen bases and most walks voted Most Valuable Player by his team was Randy Clark and Randy Herman was Most Improved Named to All Conference Team was Dennis Sikorski and Randy Clark. Honorable Mention was given to Scott Turner. Mark Smoker. Kevin Stutzman and Darby Wiler A special mention went to Tom Duke First Row: Robbie and Angie Dearman Second Row: Ed Micklatcher. Tom Duke, Tony Martinez. Dennis Sikorski. Darby Wiler. Kevin Stutzman. and Randy Herman Third Row: Coach Frank Sineni. Ron Cary. Tim Wotta, Randy Clark, Mark Smoker, Scott Turner. Don Carpenter and Scott Carpenter 98 Varsity Baseball J.V. Plagued by Inexperience The young team coached by John Mayer, ended their season with a 7 and 10 record. States John Mayer, “a couple of experienced players in key positions would have made a very good season. The highlight of the season came in the first game of the year against St. Phillip St. Phil had bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh inning with the Vikings ahead by 2 runs. Craig Wotta came in to pitch and retired the first three batters to win the game for the Vikes. First Row: Craig Wotta. Rusty Bercaw. Bret Cary, Timothy Cline. Jamie Smoker, Steve Bell Second Row: Coach John Mayer. Matt Rzepka. Mark Bassage, Bob Mayer. Mickey Smoker, Dave Pavlov. J.V. Baseball 99 Sherri Bercaw Pitches Strong Season Carl and Debbie Rifenburgh worked together to bring the girls softball team to a District Championship. The girls were SMAA champs with a record of 16 wins and 6 losses. Sherri Bercaw had a 14-3 pitching record and handled most of the pitching for the young team. Three girls were named to the All-Conference team: Sherri Bercaw, Deb Yesh, and Kim Smith. Cindi Wotta received an honorable mention. First Row: Clarissa Drust, Lori Marks, Kim Smith. Sherri Bercaw. and Lyshef. Second Row: LeAnn Weber, Robin Rhoades, Sherry Davis. Deb Yesh, Kim Malovey, Dana Hand. Third Row: Manager Doug Hughes. Jill Mayer. Kathy Hutchins, Cindy Wotta. Becky Scott, Janette Tooman, and Coach Carl Rifenburgh. 100 Softball •ML. a. Mr. Alan Andridge Science, 14 years b. Mr. Vern Anglm Art. 16 years c. Mr. Michael Bobalik Science Computer Programming. 5 years d. Mr. Jeffrey Brazo Agriculture Science. 1 year c e. Miss Chris Briiinski Physical Education. 10 years f. Mrs. Donna Brusak Counselor Typing. 26 years g. Miss Patricia Chisholm Speech Social Studies. 35 years • The number indicates the years of dedicated service to Bronson Community Schools. f g 102 Faculty Faculty 103 a. Mr. Keith Dykman Physical Education, 12 years b. Mrs. Shirley Eichler Library Aide Bookstore Clerk, 13 years c. Mr. Doug Ekins Industrial Arts, 15 years d. Mr. Joseph Fisher Counselor Social Studies, 12 years e. Mrs. Vera Hurd English, 15 years f. Mr. David Knapp English, 18 years g. Mrs. Clare Laws StudyhaH Supervisor, 21 years The number indicates the years of dedicated service to Bronson Community Schools. a. Mrs. Suzanne Leister Reading Aide, 9 years b. Mr. David Lockwood Special Education, 13 years c. Mrs. Jacqueline MacDonald Lforarian, 5 years d. Mr. James Modert Mathematics Computer Programming, 9 years e. Mr. Carroll Moon Industrial Arts Counselor, 17 years t. Mr. Don Mosier EngSsh Literature, 16 years g. Mrs. Jane Mynhier Special Education, 6V2 years ' The number indicates the years ol dedicated service to Bronson Community Schools. 104 Faculty a Mr. Clinton Pitt Special Education. 4 years b. Mrs. Bonnie Plodzik Mathematics Science. 12 years c. Mr Bradley Porter Reading Lab. 12 years d. Mrs. Marcia Pustelnik Vocal Music English, 12 years e. Mr. Carl Rifenburgh Speech English, 10 years f. Miss Patricia Ross Home Economics Science. 16 years g. Mr. Gordon Scully Economics History. 20 years The number indicates the years of dedicated service to Bronson Community Schools. Faculty 105 a. Mr. Raymond Staniszewski Instrumental Music, 3 years b. Mr. Keith Tracy Government History, 19 years c. Mr. John VanDam Business Education Mathematics, 18 years d. Mrs. Norma Whitcomb Home Economics, 22 years a e. Mr Robert Whitcomb Counseling Social Studies. 21 years f. Mr Martin Woodcox Mathematics. 22 years g. Mr William Zabonick Mathematics. 29 years • The number indicates the years of dedicated service to Bronson Community Schools. f 106 Faculty A Chilling Experience On October 28, 1983, at the annual Homecoming game, sponsored by the Student Council, many parents and faithful fans, in their snowsuits and with blankets pulled close, lined the bleachers to watch the Vikings vs. the Bellvue Broncos. Nearing the end of the second quarter the Vikes had the advantage of 20-6, and the crowd was anxious to see half-time activities. Randy Herman and Lorinda Mayer were crowned King and Queen for Homecoming 1984. All four classes made very creative floats to the theme of Cartoon Capers. However, for the third year in a row the Class of “85 was awarded first. At the finish of the game the brave Vikes were edged out by a score of 20-24. Despite the loss many people enjoyed the dance following the game with music provided by “Double Decker. 108 Homecoming i. Freshman’s Donkey Kong look last place. j. COURT — Firs! Row: Ann Lutz. Kris Grove. Queen Lorinda Mayer. Jean Sikorski, Mary Lahrke. Mary Dow. Second Row: Pa! Peavey. Gary Ratkowski. King Randy Herman. Kevin Stutzman. Joey Losinski, Tom Duke. k. Queen Lorinda Mayer in her glory, and King Randy Herman with a crooked crown. l. Chuck Cline and Nancy Pranga really got into it at the Homecoming dance. m. Can you find the one with the run in her nylon? n. Varsity cheerleaders Beth Herman. Julie Smoker.and Kathy Czajkowski did their best to keep up the Vfcing spirit. Homecoming 109 a. For the third year in a row the Class of 85” won the float contest, this year with Shoot Down the Broncos b. Vikes gave it their all! c. BHS band added immensely to the Homecoming spirit. d. Lori Marks does her King Tut impression. e. Scott Kemery and Beth Barrows added life to the sophomore float, which tied for second. f. Tied for second was the senior’s Mickey Mouse float. g. Joey Losinski blocks for ball carrier Scott Capr enter. h. Get down and get crazy! Earthbound Ghost Brings Chills Gramercy Ghost.'' the 1983 Fall Play, was held November 11 and 12 in the Bronson Middle School Auditorium. It was a modern day production with a not so modern catch. Nathanial Coombes, a Revolutionary War hero, was an earthbound ghost thought of as a traitor by General Washington. While on earth he fell in love with Nancy Willard, the young lady to whom he was left in Miss Bullock’s will. He was finally accepted into heaven after one of his ghost friends found the evidence which freed him from his stay on earth. Gramercy Ghost was double cast. The boys played the same parts both nights, but different girls were used in each production Carl Rifenburg served as director with the assistance of student director Tia Sager and assistant student directors Bart Burnside. Bill Ludwick, and Jil Smoker. First Row: Linda Collyer, Karyn Czajkowski, Mary Lahrke. Kendra Stuzman, Laurie Bohacz. Second Row: Dana Rifenburg. Rob Chard. Pat Hall. Mike Ren-shaw. Tom Duke. Sherri Pickett. Bottom Picture: Linda Collyer. Tracy Fochtman, Buffy Wilber. Lisa Alger. Amiee Smith. Silver Rush Shines Against Faculty Bob Mayer, Brian Eley, Gary Ratkowski, Mike VanBlarcom and Chris Smoker, dressed as cheerleaders, added to the fun and laughs that Silver Rush brought with them on March 3, 1984, The Lions played the faculty in a benefit game sponsored by the Bronson Education Association. The faculty put up a fight but failed in the end and lost to the Lions. A large number of people showed up to watch the game, and tables were set up for autographs. Members of the Detroit Lion-Silver Rush team included — James Jones, Rick Kane, Eddie Murray, Ulysses Norris, Rob Rubick, Freddie Scott, Roosevelt Barnes, Amos Fowler and Billy Gay. a. Many people line up lo gel Ihe autograph of their favorite Detroit Lion. b. Mr. Bobalik and James Jones perform a new kind of art — Basketball Ballet c. This is my basketball and you can't have it! d. Bronson High School's own beauties — Bob Mayer. Brian Eley, Gary Ratkowski, Mike VanBlarcom. and Chris Smoker. e Mr. Dykman and Rick Kane battle for a rebound, f. Billy Gay signs an autograph for his faithful fans. e f 111 Sophomores Seize Championship For the second year in a row the Powder Puff Tournament was a success. Sponsored by the Varsity Club, the playoff game was held on October 28, followed by the Championship game on November 5. Sophomores tackled the Championship followed by the Freshmen in second and Seniors in third. Despite the cold weather all the teams were willing and ready to play. a. Determined Freshmen finish second. b. Brave Freshmen gel ready to plunge into action. c. Sophomore Scott Turner declared “I don't care if you chipped your tooth Albright, get back in there and play. d. Sophomores discuss plan of action. e. Aggressive sophomores crush Freshmen for championship f. “The football field is that way, girls announced senior coach Gary Ratkowski. g. Seniors demonstrated excellent enthusiasm. From Santa Love Santa never seems to let the students at B.H.S. down, for he made his annual arrival at the Christmas assembly, bringing with him presents for various members of the faculty and students. The gifts ranged from a Mr. T I want you” T-shirt for Mr. Tracy to a Teacher's Parking Lot Pass” for Dan Buehrer. Entertainment included the choir, band, and Mr. Hoag and his friend singing a variety of popular songs. « g a. What's wrong with my clothes?! Isn't this what Santa's elves wear? b. Santa presents Mr. Turner with a poster ot his idol. • c. Santa (Doug Hughes) and his elves (Laura Albright and Dan Hughes) d. Singing trio ot Rob Chard, Tom Duke, and Mike Renshaw lead the A Cappela Choir in a Cheery Christmas Carol. e. Mr. Tracy shows off his new T-shirt. f. Providing entertainment for the assembly is Mr. Hoag and his singing partner. g. Mr. Rifenburg leading his posse. h. B.H.S. band performs an enjoyable medey ol Christmas songs. Christmas Assembly 113 Synchronicity Under the direction of Mr. Carl Rifenburg the annual Follies was presented on January 12 and 14 in the Middle School Auditorium. ■•Synchronicity,, was the theme which brought together students to entertain large audiences both nights with very enthusiastic comedy and musical skits. Included in the acts were dance routines, commercials, singing groups and soloists, humorous skits, and even a rock-n-roH band. a. Dawn Miller strumming on her of banjo. b. Aqua Man is saved by his friend the whale. c. Karen Czajkowski sings “A Little Good News”. d. Hotcha Hotcha Poop Poop Bee Doo! e. The funky janitor — Chris Ludwick. f. What a Feeling was performed by Kendra Stutzman. g. Bart Burnside and Tom Duke try to solve The Halloween Candy Caper. h. Varsity Cheerleaders dance to P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing). i. Corky’s Porky's chow down. j. The mighty Batman and Robin. k. Shelly Geiger and Lorinda Mayer getting into the Cheerleaders dance. l. Rock-N-Rol Party in the Streets with Lisa Alger. m. Cast of the 1984 Follies. n. Super Heroes Dana Rifenburg, BiM Ludwick, Bart Burnside and Dan Bueher. o. Cast of the 1984 Folies p. Come on Feel the Noise sings Marcy Weaver and her band High Voltage q. Cavemen Cheerleaders Buffy Wilber and Beth Herman. r. Skuffle! Fellow! Skuffle! Cheer Victorian Cheerleaders Kathy Czajkowski and Lisa Alger. s. Kerri Atkings, Lee Olney and Mike Renshaw serve as M.C.’s for the evening. Folies 115 Faithfully The Sno-Ball was back this year by popular demand, after a two year absence. II look place on January 28, 1984, in the gym which was decorated in pink, while, and maroon. “Faithfully” was the romantic theme chosen for the event, and couples danced to music provided by the Tom and Dave Light Company.” Sno-Ball king and queen were selected from a group of Sophomores and Juniors through voting of the student body. Sophomore class President Doug Hughes crowned the Sno-Ball royalty, Kevin Kehoe and Michelle Perkins, before the grand march led by Mr. and Mrs. Barry Case. i k a. Sno-Ball King Kevin Kehoe and Oueen Michelle Perkins. b. Sophomore Class President crowns king and queen. c. SNO-BALL COURT — Silting, L. to R.: Butty Wilber, Kris Czajkowski, Michelle Perkins, Lori Marks, Tammy Harsh, and Shelly Geiger. Standing, L. to R.: Rick Herman, Brian Eley, Kevin Kehoe, Martin Rzepka, Mark Smoker, and Darby Wler. d. The gym is beautifully decorated with pink, maroon, and white streamers. e. The big city slicker — Kurt Salek. f. Mr. and Mrs. Barry Case have the honor ot leading the grand march. g. Bryan Wheeler and Jenny Smith served as crown bearers. h. Walk this way! i. Hold on tight! j. London Bridge is falling down ... k. “I just love these slow dances,” comments Matt Ritter. l. Here’s lookin' at you kid! Sno-Ball Courtship of Eddie’s Father STUDENT DRECTORS — Karyn Czajkowski, Rhonda Cook, BMI Ludwlck, and Cheryl Brinkman. The 1984 Spring Play entitled The Courtship of Eddie’s Father. written by Anne Coulter Martens, was performed on March 23 and 24. It was brought to life on the stage of the Bronson Middle School, under the direction of Mr. Carl Rifenburg and student director, Bil ludwick. The play was an emotional yet humorous drama of a young son seeking to find his dad a wife. At the boy's young age, he realized the warmth and security offered from a family environment. He loved Ns father and wanted him to be happy. It was by far the strongest performance ever by Tom Duke and Rob Chard. The play was an outstanding success for all who participated. CAST — First Row. Michelle Perkins. Kendra Stutzman. Dawn Miller. Tom Duke, and Dennis Sikorski. Second Row: Kim Molvey, Bob Mayer. Becky Barrows. Chuck Cline. Bart Burnside. Karyn Czajkowski. Kris Ludwick. Buffy Wilber. Rob Chard, JuSe Smoker. Laurie Bohacz, LeAnn Weber. Lorinda Mayer. Paula Bistte. Debbie Riddle. and Jeff Case. Third Row: Tia Sager. Bill Ludwick. Jeff McClelland. Dana Rifenburgh. Dave Rinehart, and Pat Hall. 118 Spring Play Olympics Galore In “84” Since 1984 was the year for the Olympics, and the summer events were held in the U.S.A., the Spirit Week theme Olympics Galore in ‘84' ’’ fit perfectly. One couple from each class, 7th through 12th, was picked to compete for the title of spirit couple. The dress codes for each day of the week were: red, white and blue day, purple and gold day, sports uniform day, dress up day, and sweatsuit day. Halls were decorated with Olympic posters and an assembly was held on Friday. a. ) Seniors, Jill Smoker and Bill Ludwick receive the title ot Spirit Couple. b. ) The cute Junior couple, Dennis Sikorski and Tammy Harsh. c. ) Eighth grade couple Jodi Case and Terry Modert d. ) Jill Mayer and Larry Caudell made the perfect Freshman couple. e. )Seventh grade couple T. J. Hathaway and Thersa Buehrer. f. ) Marcy Weaver and Mike VanBlarcom made a super Sophomore couple. e f Spirit Week 119 Who is the King Twirp? Bill Ludwick Once again the annual Twirp Week activities were excellent! The Seniors were victorious, followed by the Freshmen in second, Juniors third, and Sophomores last. Among the featured events were the scavenger hunt, obstacle course, caterpillar race, pie and doughnut eating contests, tug-o-war, apple bob, pie and balloon tosses, and the tricycle race. A special type of dress designated for each day of the week included, tie day, rock concert T-shirt day, clash day, impersonation day, and new wave day. The Student Council should once again be complimented for their outstanding job organizing and putting forth Twirp Week. a. ) BM Ludwick Is crowned King Twirp by Ns owner. b. ) Bobby Mayer is that you, or is it Mr. Scully? c. ) Rob, M's not nice lo guzzle in public! d. ) Linda CoMyer and Dan Buehrer create a work of art. e. ) Ken Roussey pulls the Juniors lo second, in the caterpillar race. I.) Someone, quick call a doctor! (Pat Hall) g. ) Come on, you can do Ml Just a tew more bites. (Melissa Wierd and Mark Smoker) h. ) Beth Herman and Scott Finley win the Twirp drawing contest lor the Juniors. i. ) Impersonation Day brings out the gangsters in Dan Rinehart and Mike Gates. j. ) Kris Grove looking very New Wave.” k. ) Mmm! Mmm! Goood! (Craig Wotta) l. ) Go ahead, make my day! (Nancy Pranga) m. ) I think I have to go bathroom. (Mark Bassage and Tammy Harsh) “Just You and I” Just You and I, Junior Senior Prom, was sponsored by the Junior class of 1985. For the second year, the meal and dance were held at the Coldwater Country Club. The two ballrooms were decorated in the colors of pink, silver and white. Although it rained on May 19, it did not dampen the fun or ex-citment! Couples enjoyed dancing to music provided by Jynx, a local band, and followed in the grand march led by special guests, Mr. and Mrs. Barry Case. a. ) Robin, Randy, Tammy and Dale lake a break from the excitement. b. ) Eddie and Laura look as if they just tell off a wedding cake! c. ) Is it Michael Jackson, or Brian Eley? d. ) Angie Radley and Hideki Hayashi make a very cute couple. e. ) Quick, catch her! (Kerri Atkins) f. ) It's the Solid Gold Dancers! g. ) Aren't we just the cutest, exclaim Jeff Rubley, Kelli Aker, Rob Chard and Kim Crum. h. ) Where's the beef?! i. ) Mr. and Mrs. Barry Case have fun leading the grand march. j. ) Is she heavy Gary? k. ) “You sly devil Joey, remarks Dawn. 123 £ 2 ► % WF Future Scholars Awarded was held in theyjyrrra iim 8, !o recognize The second annual awards assei outstanding achievement of students 9th through Listed below are the awards and the name Of the persons who received them PARTICIPANTS IN THE T.A.G. (talented and gifted) program were Sue Carpenter, Tim Wotta, Jesse McGuire, Beth Herman, Shelly Geiger and Kathy Czajkowski DELEGATES FOR BOYS' STATE AND GIRLS' STATE: Mark Smoker, Dennis Sikorski, Janelle Otis, Buffy Wilber, and Chris Knight THESPIAN AWARD: Buffy Wilber LIBRARY AWARD: Courtney Wilson PERFECT ATTENDANCE: (9th) — Becky Barrows, Lisa French, Robin Rhodes,' Cindy Seafert, and Rick Stiles, (10th) — Sue Carpenter, Jesse McGuire, and Kevin Norton, (11th) — Tim Wotta ALL A's: (9th) — Jody Woods and Jill Mayer, (10th) — Sue Carpenter, (11th) — Jeff Case and Kathy Czajkowski LANGUAGE ARTS: (9th) — Jodi Woods and Jill Mayer, (10th) — Michelle Perkins and Christy Case, (11th) — Shelly Geiger SPEECH: Darby'Wiler, Bob Mayer, Buffy Wilber, Laura Albright, Lisa Alger, Tracy Fotchman, and Brian Gilbert , Z READING: Ruth Sexton (outstanding): Darrell Vorce, Brian Coats and Brian Wrozek (good aitizen awards) HOPE COLLEGE MATH TEST: Jeff Case, Shelly Geiger, Blake Bailey, Beth Herman and Jamie Wilson TRI-STATE MATH CONTEST: Jeff Case and Tim Wotta MATHEMATICS: (9th) — Kfjsti Aker, (10th) — Sue Carpenter and Scott Turner1th) — Jeff Case COMPUTER AWARD: Jeff Case SCIENCE: Jodi Woods (biology), Beth Herman (chemistry), Andrea Geiger (general science); Paul Junker (most improved — general science) SOCIAL STUDIES: (geography) — Becky Barrows, Jodi Woods, Cindy Wotta, Kristy Aker, Jill Mayer and Tom Herman; (world history) — Christy Case, Jesse McGuire, Michelle Perkins, Scott Turner and Yvonne Yearling; (U.S. History) — Shelly Geiger VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE: Chris Danbury (star greenhand), Dale Swift (star farmer), Tom Bidwell (star agribusinessman), and Theresa Wasikowski (Tom Kehoe Award). 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Chicago Street Coldwater, Michigan Phone: 278-8561 Flowers for All Occasions: Phone: (517) 279-9536 Karen’s Flowers O Crafts Prom Hospital Wedding Just Because 65 E. Chicago Street Coldwater, Michigan 49036 816 E. Chicago St. Coldwater, Michigan Ph. (517) 279-9179 BATES FORD TRACTOR INC. 128 Advertising Amenta SWICK T.V. APPLIANCE Sales and Service Inc. See us lor all your T.V. and appliance needs. Coldwater Michigan VtCJI MASNAVOX For all your cash grain and futures needs. WHITE PIGEON TERMINAL 13AOO And r� OT NO Wtt.ttP.goo' Ml «90W CAM t ig-4� Tggt or cam mo .« M M«ATt • 800-632 20T9 Your Grain Marketing Partner.” Good Luck in the Future Class of “84” Compliments Of RON’S BARBER SHOP 108 W. Chicago Street Bronson, Ml 369-6445 Walk in or by Appointment Don't Laugh Darby ECONOMY GARAGE 119 W. Chicago Street Bronson, Ml Let Us Help You Ph. 369-5665 KUBASIAK-KOLCZ FUNERAL HOME Raymond L. Kubasiak and Leonard W. Kolcz 21 E. Chicago Street Bronson, Michigan Phone: 517-369-4075 If Busy: 517-369-4275 “We Wish Much Success and Happiness to the Class of ’84” Hey Baby, What Ya Doing Tonight Advertising 129 HOOKER OIL CO. MOBILE PRODUCTS Home Heating Oil Farm Gas Diesel Fuel Motor Oil Bronson, Michigan 49028 Phone: 517-369-3685 Hi Mom” Speech hard al work Compliments of DR. AND MRS. HUBERT L. SUTTON “Congratulations and Best of Luck Class of ‘84” RICH’S LUMBER AND SUPPLY 901 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Michigan “Every to Build Anything” “Good Job Seniors” Office Hours “Congratulations Graduates” by Appointment LECO CORPORATION DAN M. CHAFFEE, M.D., A Kenward Division P.C. 900 W. Chicago St. Box 190 Bronson, Michigan 49028 “Congratulations Seniors” Phone: (517) 369-5302 195 Division St. 173 E. Chicago Bronson, Ml 49028 Coldwater, Ml 49036 369-7337 278-2301 130 Advertising Ultra Lights Irrigation Systems by Cobra Alto Husquanta Chainsaws Lindsay Center Pivot Boss and Greenfield Travlers Deutz Pumping Units John Deere May I be excused?? JACK B. TIGHE INC. Manufacturers Representatives 215 W. Chicago Street Bronson, Michigan 49028 “Congratulations Class of ‘84’ ” jim fisher PHOTOGRAPHY Senior Portraits Family Portraits Wedding Albums 42 E. Chicago St. Coldwater, Ml 49036 He's the one who did it, not me!! Advertising 131 Congratulations to the Class of ’84! Remember: Give to the world the best you have and the best will come back to you. Quality Portraits for Over 15 Years Seniors, Engagements, Weddings, Families rARmjSF. 62 Division Street Coldwater, Ml 49036 (517) 278-4886 132 Advertising «.o'c Offices in: Coldwater Union City Tekonsha Kinderhook “Congratulations Graduating Class of 1984.” I -------x Southern Michigan NATIONAL BANKv Continuous banking Since 1872 We see you trying to pull a fast one. Blake Compliments Of BURR OAK TOOL AND GAUGE CO. Box 338 Sturgis, Michigan 49091 “Best of Luck Class of ‘84” Cindy — Vicki — Debi — Dale CINDY’S BEAUTE BOUTIQUE Open Tuesday Thru Saturday 223 E. Chicago Street Bronson, Michigan 49028 “Congratulations Seniors” Phone No. 369-5315 O’ROURKE JEWELRY 615 E. Chicago Street Bronson, Ml 49028 Ph. (517) 369-4895 ‘Congratulations Seniors’ Auh Oh. I don't think I'm supposed to be in here!! Advertising 133 ROBERT MILLER DO IT CENTER 119 E. Chicago St. Bronson, Michigan Phone: 517-369-4175 Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday Thru Saturday CLINT’S MEAT PROCESSING 290 N. Filmore Phone: Coldwater, Michigan 278-6938 49036 Finger Lickin’ Good SWIFT AUCTION SERVICE 215 N. Matteson Bronson, Michigan Irvin D. Swift “Congratulations Class of ‘84” “Hey look mom, No feet Zb, . HODiRT'SI 114 W. Chicago St. 8-5:30 Daily Bronson, Ml 49028 8-3:00 Sat. Phone: 369-6115 Bfion cn (eu'maf ... where you will tind all the news about Bronson school activities. We care about the young people of the Bronson area and we salute their accomplishments. 134 Advertising —: “in This Page Compliments of DAN’S MARKET Bronson, Ml 369-9024 Advertising 135 Classic Portraits by •Stan Clayton 983 Writ Chicago Rd. Bromcm. Ml 49028 Phone: 517 369 1679 Home:51 7 741-7186 Senior Portraits — Indoors and Outdoors Family Groups — Weddings “Classic Portraits quality continued with an imaginative and contemporary approach.’’ ’ EMCftQEMCY PMONt tilt fmo KIYNOIM. «. m. Huh PHONE 36 -3S11 BRONSON. MICH Hours Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. “Congratulations Seniors’ Not one ol my better days. COLDWATER HARDWARE VALUE a SERVICE FIRST P.O.Box 511 Phone No. 512 E. Chicago St. (517) 278-4495 Coldwater, Ml 49036 Harold Card Ron VanKersen “Chumming up with the teacher, huh??” BRONSON RECREATION 867 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Ml 49028 Phone 369-3672 “Bowl for Fun” “Let us cater the beverages lor your party. 136 Advertising fsL COLDWATER RECREATION m League and Open Bowling Year Around 559 E. Chicago Rd. Phone: Coldwater, Ml 49036 278-5325 Real cute Joe. real cute. REYBURN’S A complete shop for young men only. From suits to jeans ... it’s all at the Lions Den. 52 W. Chicago Street Coldwater, Michigan 49036 Phone: 278-5151 KEHOE | r M WIELGOS MANUFACTURING k |cO., INC 555 East Cm-cago Road Bronson m ch 49028 P O BO 97 PNONt 517 369 9 08 R lvNN KEHOE plant manage Think you have a big enough mouthful, Jill? Advertising 137 Don't we make a cute couple? SOMERLOTT REAL ESTATE 107 E. Chicago Street Phone — (517) 369-2855 “Congratulations Class of 1984” Best Wishes From ROBS LABORATORIES COLUMBUS. OHIO 43216 Division of Abbott Laboratories, usa Leading Manufacturers of Pediatric and Medical Nutritionals Sturgis, Michigan “Much Continued Success to the Graduating Class of 1984.” Dies Plastic Molds All Types of Industrial Tooling D L TOOLING 502 North Matteson St. Bronson, Michigan Don Carpenter Lynn Scott 517 517 369-1734 369-9543 “Congratulations Seniors” Jim Fowler (517) 369-1210 Mgr. PRAIRIE RIVER COUNTRY CLUB 2 Miles South of U.S. 12 West of Bronson 1015 Brink Rd. Bronson, Michigan 49028 138 Advertising COUNTRY TABLE 575 E. Chicago Bronson, Michigan Phone — 369-7191 Hours Mon. 6:00-2:00 Tues., Wed., Thurs. 6:00-8:00 Fri., Sat. 6:00-9:00 Sun. 7:00-3:00 “Congratulations Seniors’’ Don't ask me what it's supposed to mean. I just put it up Gladiola Bulbs Cut Flowers “Michigan Grown” alsr 4 200 Acres • Specializing in All American Varieties for the 80’s (517) 369 9049 652 S Parham Rd (517)369 1685 Bronson. Mi. 49028 What is THAT?? ... Michael who???” Don't look so surprised Butty, did we catch you tooling around again?? GEIGER H.G.MFG. CO. 416 Mill Street Phone: 369-9386 Bronson, Michigan 49028 “Congratulations Graduating Class of 1984“ Advertising 139 B.H.S Band looting away on their horns. BURCH’S WELL PUMP REPAIR Sales and Service “We’re Good” Ralph Burch (517) 369-1029 Rt. 5 Coldwater, Ml 49036 “Congratulations Seniors” ARNOLD AUTO PARTS 103 W. Chicago St. Bronson, Michigan 49028 Phone: 369-9102 “Best Wishes Seniors” Forget to floss your teeth today? Best Wishes for Continuing Success to a Super Class From All the People at BRONSON SPECIALTIES INC. Subsidiary of Kuhlman Corporation Hans Geiger Phone Owner (517) 369-9752 GEIGER E.D.M. INC. Traveling Wire and Conventional Electrical Discharge Machining Service P.O. Box 185 871 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Ml “Congratulations Seniors” 140 Advertising ADVANCED FARM SUPPLY INC. 450 Eighth Street Burr Oak, Michigan Phone No. 489-5031 Grain Handling Equipment Ag Irrigation Systems “Congratulations Seniors” BRISTOL, LEISENRING, HERKNER CO. 16 Clay Street Coldwater, Michigan 49036 Phone 278-4515 Complete One Stop Shop On the Corner ot Nottawa and Lafayette Street in Sturgia 65 Years of Dependable Service 142 Advertising COMPANY P.O. Box 69 135 Industrial Avenue Bronson, Michigan 49028 Telephone: 517 369-2885 Congratulations Seniors “We wish you all much continued success and a lifetime of happiness.” Advertising 143 HATHAWAY AGENCY INC. Complete Insurance Service 110 W. Chicago St. Bronson, Michigan Phone: (517)369-7311 R. B. Kirkpatrick W. L. Hathaway u CPenney DOWNTOWN COLDWATER 58 W. Chicago Phone: Coldwater, Michigan 278-6446 279-7551 Catalog Retail 144 Advertising Page Compliments of BRONSON SUPER VALU Advertising 145 RUSS CARY LIME SPREADING They Do: Lime Fertilizer and Grain Hauling 960 Steffey Road Bronson, Michigan For Quick Dependable Service Just Phone (517) 369-1163 They’re Sure to Meet Your Needs “Congratulations Graduating Class of 1984 Bus. (219) 829-6425 ORLAND LP-GAS INC. Orland,Indiana Complete Gas Service Appliances • Heating Systems Donald Fowler Max Bucklin 517-369-9814 517-369-1303 Pucker Up' BRANCH COUNTY FARM BUREAU COMPANY 2446 West Chicago Road Coldwater, Michigan Phone: 278-2323 Locally Owned Co-Op Since 1931 Farm Bureau Brand Petroleum Products, Filters, Tires and Batteries 146 Advertising Terry and Joni Siler We Are “Growing” to Better Serve Our Community Fresh, Silk and Dried Creations Plants, Dish Gardens and Terrariums BOBBY HANKINS Baldwin Amplifiers Pianos and Organs Custom Guitars Banjos 135 Division St. Coldwater, Ml 49036 Ph. (517) 278-4050 Just like those sophomores. Brock Grain Bins Storage and Drying Bins Farm Fan Dryers Hutchinson Augers GILBERT GRAIN EQUIPMENT, INC. 472 W. Chicago Rd. Coldwater, Ml 49036 Ph. (517) 369-9097 BROCK m’yrnrztm Advertising 147 SPEEDY GAS — SHELL 215 E. Chicago Hours: Bronson, Michigan Mon.-Thurs. 6-11 Phone: 369-4525 Fri.-Sat. 6-12 Sun. 7-11 “Congratulations Class of ’84” Did we catch you by surprise. Blake? Freshmen at their glamorous point 148 Advertising ua Crystal • Silver • China • Watches • Jewelry 50 W. Chicago Kenneth Miller Coldwater, Ml Jeweler 49036 Ph. (517) 278-2488 COLDWATER CONCRETE PRODUCTS INC. 875 Marshall Rd. Phone Coldwater, Michigan 278-2309 “Congratulations Seniors” Gel back Brian, don't you know they only want me in the picture!! PHONE 651 7805 - 911 W CHICAGO ROAD STURGIS, MICHIGAN For Dependability, Service and Satisfaction go to Dare Smith Pontiac-Buick-GMC Trucks, located in Sturgis, Michigan For Guaranteed Service just Phone 651-7805. Best of ck Class if 1984” Advertising 149 VIKING PATRONS THE BEAUTY BAR 127 N. Matteson St. Bronson, Ml 49028 BRONSON PUBLIC LIBRARY 207 N. Matteson St. Bronson, Ml 49028 JAMES P. ELEY, ATTORNEY P.O. Box 207 Bronson, Ml 49028 MARY ANN’S BEAUTY SHOP 622 S. Matteson St. Bronson, Ml 49028 MAX LARSEN FORD, INC. 410 E. Chicago St. Coldwater, Ml 49036 ST. MARY OF ASSUMPTION CHURCH 602 W. Chicago Rd. Bronson, Ml 49028 You said you wanted to go lor a dip Bob!” TOTAL HARDWARE GoaSt toGoaSt DR. YOUNGQUIST 11 BIG DEPT. 279-8069 or 279-8060 195 Division Street Hours: 8:30 to 9:00 Mon.-Fri. Bronson, Michigan 8:30 to 6:00 Sat. 49028 12:00 to 5:00 Sun. Address: Fairfield Shopping Center Phone: 517-369-6295 458 Marshall St. Coldwater, Mich. 49036 “Congratulations Seniors” 150 Advertising Current Events ... Kim Byers is 1984 Michigan - p Lamb and Wool Queen a p � OLYMPICS ■% Hostage to Big-Powei ’%. Politic! 152 Current Events lael Jackson aCappella Choir to sing National I Anthem at May 20 Tiger ball game •ST ?0 . ng the Coattails le Computer Boom vo t y N° .cfor matteson V STREET ST PROJECT V '' „Q „A e 3 S t 4' _ cT Chamber members treate to inside look at expanded H.G. Geiger Mfg. Co. S? rS� Current Events 153 Robin is almost captured by a mean creature. Kim Byers and Rob Chard taking their last steps as Seniors. 154 Memories Last minute adjustments by Mary and Kim. A little surprise for Bill Ludwick Memories 155 Trends of the Times Fads of the Timas ranged from fhe unique to the ever changing. Levi wearing Chuck Cline and mini-skirted Courtney Wilson looked on as Linda Collyer and Rich Good played a game of . Pac-Man. Painter-capped Steve Noblit listened to a portable stereo while preppy Jess Case and turtle-necked Kerri Harsh shared a pizza. At the same time, Don Williams, wearing draw-string pants, listened in as Kathy Watson, in pin-striped jeans and vested Jill Smoker chatted as they were eating 156 Memories Chicken McNuggets. Rusty Ber-caw displayed his Quiet Riot concert T-shirt, as jumpsuit-wearing Beth Barrows sipped on decaffeinated pop. While Daryl Vorce relaxed with headphones. Cheryl Metzger in her college sweatshirt and Nika- wearing Karen Webb read up on Tom Selleck. Meanwhile, Bill Ludwick warmed up in his sweat suit. Certainly the fads of the Times were original and popular. Memories 157 ' Family Relation is such an exhilarating class! Yes, I know the answer, remarks Jean. Friends saying good-bye. t$8 Memories The Moment May Be Temporary But the Memory is Forever. Remember all of your friends, And the fun we must now leave behind, As each of us begin the rest of our lives, Not knowing what we'll find. Remember not mistakes we’ve made, But what each of us has learned, As we say good-bye for good Walking away with what we’ve earned. As we go our separate ways To face what the future has in store, Remember all that we made it through As the class of ’84. Memories 159 Time — that infinite number of seconds, minutes, and hours. The time we have, we take for granted. It is as if we have that infinite amount of hours to do everything we wish to do. And yet our time is numbered, our seconds precious. Every second we waste, is a second gone from our lives forever. And no matter how hard we try, we can do nothing to regain that time that we have lost. Time is that unconquerable thing that no one has the power to begin nor the will to make end. That beautiful thing that we wish we could stop when things are at their best and speed up when things are at their worst. This book holds within it the times spent at B.H.S. and treasures every moment, knowing these limes are now in the past and only remain as memories for us to look back upon. But it also conveys a very important message to all.. . Live for every second, enjoy for every minute, and love for every hour, for sand is slowly going through the time-glass of life, and sobn, loo soon, the sand will run out. I would like to extend a special Thank-you to my staff for all the continuous hours spent in designing and developing this year's yearbook. The publication of a yearbook takes much time and hard work and without each staffer's dedication the completion of the book would not be possible. This completion also requires guidance. The guidance of someone who is willing to offer their time, knowledge and understanding to anyone at anytime. That person is our advisor, Mrs. Vera Hurd. In our eyes she is not only an outstanding advisor but an outstanding individual as well. To my classmates of 1984, I would like to wish you the best in all that you do, and may you find success and happiness in the many roads ahead of you. Lorinda Mayer Yearbook Editor Gathering and organizing the countless candids and endless copy for a 160-page yearbook requires the cooperation and hard work of many people. I am especially indebted to the dedication of our editor, Lorinda Mayer, and all the staff who benefited from her inspiration. A special thank-you goes to all our advertisers, without whom this book could never have been; to Lee Zimmerman of Taylor Publishing Company for the hours of good advice; to Ron Philbrick and Carousel Studio for helping us with our photography; to Ray Smith of the Bronson Journal for pictures and copy; and to the administration, staff and students of Bronson High School who so graciously responded to the innumerable questions, takes” and retakes.” With deepest gratitude, Vera Hurd, Advisor X