Durfee High School - Durfee Record Yearbook (Fall River, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 232 of the 1984 volume:

O oo VO — MDSSWHTirilM PRESERVING THE PAST IN OUR MINDS____OUR PHOTO ALBUM OF DAYS AT DURFEE m z c A ONE WAY ROAD There’s a set rule about the road of life, it moves us ahead, not backwards. The bonds of friendship, the smiling faces and the free spirit of adolescence will soon be a part of a road once traveled, the road of high school. MOVING AHEAD 2 3 THERE WAS A DAY WHEN WE WOULD MEET BEFORE SCHOOL. THE SOUND OF OUR CHATTER AND LAUGHTER COULD BE HEARD IN THE HALLWAYS. THERE WAS A DAY THERE WAS A TIME THERE WERE FRIENDS NOW THERE ARE MEMORIES There was a time when we could share our joy and sadness with a friend, A school day friend was one that listened with sincerely when a receptive ear was needed when a comforting word did more than any wonder drug. Now there are memories lingering in our minds. Some time some place we will venture back, the memories being our link to the past. 5 b A photo can capture many moods . . . . many expressions. We experienced many moods and displayed many expressions while we traveled those B.M.C. Durfee hallways of learning. As we look back, however, those moods of laughter and warmth will stand out in our thoughts. THOSE FRIENDLY MOODS THOSE WARM EXPRESSIONS 7 ■1 The junior prom.........having fun as a class. Dancing and laughing it up was the order of the night at the Coachman Res- taurant. We celebrated the end of three years of high school in B.M.C. Durfee style. A NIGHT OF FUN A NIGHT OF FOND MEMORIES -- A “WE’VE GOT TONIGHT” 0-ZC - i- BMCD BMCD We took pride in our school and what it represented. With school spirit we demonstrated that pride by getting involved in extra curricular activities while doing our best on the field of academics. We tackled our school day with zest, knowing that by preparing today, wc would increase our chances for more success tomorrow. OUR SCHOOL 10 SO MUCH PRIDE SO MUCH SPIRIT SO MUCH DEVOTION 11 A CHOSEN PATH ____TO NEW HORIZONS A Future Road Leading To An Unknown Place Awaits Us. 12 For some the road will be smooth and straight while for others the bumps and curves of reality will be encountered. The new horizons that await us can never be totally overcome, but old memories of friends, moments, and Durfee itself will be a comfortable refuge to seek out when all appears out of reach. 13 Nostalgically we will recall when we used to pass down the hallways of Durfee, wrapped in our everyday routine of classes and homework. Our thoughts used to be scattered, yet we found comfort in being surrounded by a tradition that had been in existence since 1887, OUR HAPPY SCHOOL DAYS REMEMBERING THEM ALWAYS 15 HIGH SCHOOL TOGETHERNESS ___QUITE UNIQUE Future friends will be made but the simplicity and sincerity of our high school friends .... memories. Beverly ADAM Patrick Lynn ALB1N ALECRIM Chris AGUIAR 18 Lisa M. AHAESY Sweet dreams. Julia A ALMEIDA Christopher D. AMARAL Shalbe A. AMARAL Steve A. ANGELL 19 With him teaching I would never cut. Margaret A. ANGSTADT Emily ARRUDA Joye M, ARRUDA Rudolph ARRUDA 20 Joanne ARRUDA Kimberly A. ARRUDA Paula AUDETTE Traci A, AV1LLA Sharon M. Barbara AYRE BAILLARGEON Debra Thomas AYALA BAGNALL Valerie C. BAIN 21 Bernadette M. BANKS Isabel BARRE1RA Lisa BEAUDRY Raul M. BATISTA Dawn BELISLE Patricia BARBOZA 22 Sharon BARILLARO Gregory R. BAZIN ET Deborah BELISLE Kim A. BENEVIDES Mary S. BENFEITO Sharon M. BERCIER Darlene M. BERNIER Suzanne L. BERNIER Jonathan J BERUBE Christine M. BESHARA Pamela A. BETTENCOURT Judith A. BIBEAU 23 Patricia A BIELLO Debra L. BIGOS Brian (Bish) BISHOP Fletcher A. BLACKMON Hr J Christine BOTELHO William J. BORDEN Christopher BOTELHO Nelia M. Debra M. BORGES BOUCHARD 24 Tommy J. Maria G. Sherri L. BRADLEY BRAGA BRANCO Lori A. BRADSHAW Christine BRANCO Frank BREAULT Alan BRIGHTMAN Jacqueline T. BRODEUR Pamela BRONHARD 26 Luis A. BRILHANTE Kristen M. BRODEUR Sharon M. BURGESS Tracy A. BURKE Joseph P. CABRAL Joseph M. CALDEIRA Michelle BURNS Matthew CABRAL Lori Ann CALVO Carolyn A, BYRNE Sharon CABRAL Alfonso M. CAMARA 28 Peter F. CAMBRA Linda L. CANTELMO Melissa M. CARON Lisa R. Nisalda M. CARREIRA CARREIRO John C. CARVALHO 29 Maria F. CARREIRO John D. CARROLL Ruth N. CARVALHO Heike Robert T. CHAN CHERVENY David R. CASTANHO Louise P. CASTONGUAY 30 Karen A. CAVALLARO Corridor Pass???? What’s That??? Paula J. Christine D. CHRETIEN CIOE Elizabeth A. CIULLO Focut Ol Guidance Dnpartmanl will be lo go oul to th� � lud+ i{� Sherilynn A. CLEMENT 31 The informed reader .... one who knows. Benjamin COELHO Carol A. COLLARD Diane M. COELHO Kim E. COHEN Rita H. CONLON 32 Marylou COELHO John P. COLEMAN Lisa A. CONNELL Michael J. COOGAN Steven W. CORMIER Kerry A. CORREIA Pauline M. Karen E. CORDEIRO CORREIA Susan Ann CORREIA 33 Andrea E, COSTA Lucilia F. COSTA Karen M. COSTA Antonio J. COSTA Lisa M. COSTA Margaret A. COSTA Gail A. COSTA 34 I Lori A. COSTA Maria G. COSTA Nadine Beth COSTA Paula M. COUTO David B. COWEN Ricky Allen COSTA Peter D. COUTROUBIS Leonard Nelson COWEN 35 Tonya M. COSTA Chris Scott COWEN Maria E. CRUZ Victoria L. CRUZ Kimberly A. CUSICK Mary Lou DASILVA Marc CUNHA Elizabeth D. DALTON Marybeth DASILVA 36 Robert R. CURRAN Joyce Ann DARCY Anna P. DEABREU Ilidio M. Dianne DECASTRO DECOSTE Lynn M, DELISLE 37 Elizabeth M. DECOSTA David DEFARIA Maria DEMELO Giselia C. Maria A. DIAS DIAS Paul M- DEMELLO Darlene D. DESCHENES Kimberly A. DIAS Paulo DIAS 38 Rosa A. DIAS Natalie DINIZ Jennifer DOLLARD Ian S. DIMOCK Charlene DINUCCI Kathryn E. DONOVAN 39 Kathleen A. DINIZ Nancy DION Ana I DOREGO Kim M. DUQUETTE Karen M. DUPONT Maria J. DUARTE Daniel T. DUCHARME 40 Lisa M. DUFRESNE Joan DUPRAS Scott A. DURFEE Sharlene T. Mark D. Kerry P. DUSOE DUVAL DWYER Lori A. DYBOWSKI 41 Richard R. DUSSAULT Pamela A. DUVAL Bryant J. EDWARDS Keith A. ELLIS Michael A. FARIA John FARIAS Jeffrey A. ESTRELLA 42 Susan L. FALLOWS Well! Good morning to you too. Sandra-Jane A, Scott J, FARIAS FAZZINA Elizabeth FEDORZYN Christopher J. FEJJO 43 Hey! I didn’t do it. Rosemary D. FEITELBERG 44 Jose M. FERNANDES Rhonda FERNANDES Frank J. FERREIRA Verna M. FERRIS Nelson G. FERREIRA Lorri A. FERREIRA Maria M. FERREIRA Charlene M. FERRIS Darlene J. FERRY Lisa M. FERRY 45 David FISHER John P, FLAVIN Kelly A. FONTAINE 46 Sean P. FITZGIBBONS Pamela FLEMING James J. FRANCO John Vincent FRANK Lori Ann FURTADO Alice M, GAGNE Lynn M. FRIEDLANDER j JUMk Hi I s L , - Maria F FURTADO Diane C GAGNON Isaac R. FURTADO Theresa FURTADO Ana P, GALEGO n jfe W W fT m I t H H ■ Paul F. GALEGO Michael J. GARANT Laurie E. GAUDETTE Romel J. GALLAMOZA Jessica L. GARCIA Karen GAUDREAU 48 Catherine GANCARSKI David P. GASTALL Pamela C. GAUTHIER Lisa Donna M. Timothy R. GEHAN GILLETT GOLDEN 49 Raymond L. GENDREAU Angelos E. GIOTIS Denise A. GONSALVES Denise M. Gino M. GOSSON GOULART Cornelius J. GRACE 50 Kelly A, GOSSON John M. GRACA Kevin M. GREENE Timothy P. GRIFFIN Renee R. GUINEN Denise M. HAMEL Deborah GRILLO Kathleen P. GUTTER Geraldine HANNAFIN 51 Barbara A. GUIMAR Elizabeth HALLAL Tammy L. HANSON Robert M. HARGRAVES Paul B. Paul C. HART HARTNETT Chris J. HARNEY 52 Kristeen R. HART Michael N. HARTNETT Peter R. HEBDA Kelly J. HEYWOOD Tina M. HOLT Randy HEBERT Victor J. HONNEYMAN 53 Robin HEBERT Mark A. HOLDING Alison J. HORNSBY 54 Sue P. IMBEAU Smiling for Durfcc. Allen JARABEK Susan C. JEFFRIES Kim M. JARDIN 55 I’II agree with you there. George L. JOHNSTONE 4 Audene C. KIRBY Kim A. JORDAN Elizabeth L. KARAM Raymond KITCHEN 56 Kathleen JOUBERT George D. KELLY Jim KHOURY Carolyn Ann KRAUZYK Danlc R. LACHICA Karen LAFRANCE Kevin LAJOIE Matthew M. Bridget KUP1EC LAFLAMME 57 Karen Sue LANDRY Paulette M. LAVOIE Kimberly A, LECOUR Kelly Marie LANDRY Lisa M. LEANDRO Robert G. LEDUC 58 Antonio F. LEITE Brian J. LEPAGE Donna L. LEVESQUE Lisa M. LEITE Jessica LETOURNEAU John W. LEVRAULT Elizabeth LEONARDO Denise LEVESQUE Mol (Peter) Ming LI Gerald C. LIMA Paul J. LOGOZZO Chin J. LIM Alessandra A. LIMA Andrew A. LISS Debra A. LOMASTRO 60 Cidalia LIMA Lisa M. LIZOTTE Elizabeth LOPES 61 Susan C, LYNCH Alan D. MACHADO Lisa Marie MADORE Carol Ann MALEK John B. MANCHESTER Sheryl A. MARCEAU 62 Jennifer MANCHESTER Richard R. MANCINI Anne M. MARCEL1NO Linda M. MARSLAND Dawn M, MARTIN Diane M. MARTINS Kerry Ann MARTEL Robert J. MARTIN Emanuel L. MARTINS 63 Cheryl A. MARTIN Susan MARTINHO Gail A. MARQUES Lisa Ann MASSA Kathleen J, MAURER Lisa MASSEY Randy S, MAYALL Michelle MATHEWS Tina M. MCBEE Rodney MAUR1C10 64 Joao D. MEDEIROS Jose L. MEDEIROS 65 Donna L. MEDEIROS Jason MEDEIROS Lynn Ann MEDEIROS I 66 Nelia MEDEIROS The early morning rush???? Dawn M. MEGNA Christine M. MELLO Cindy M. MELLO It's a plane, a bird...........a VP. Gilbert G. MELLO Maria MELLO Lisa P. MELLO Lori A. MELLO Steven R. MELLO 68 Lori MELLO Maria A. MELLO Susan MELLO Susan M. MELLO John L. MELO Maria F. MELO Norma J. Maria C. MELLOR MELO Paula MENDES 69 Steven V. MENDONCA Lisa M. MICHAUD Steve R. MERCIER Lisa MICHEL 70 Brenda Lee MILLERICK Tracey Lee MIOZZA Marc R, MESSIER Genoveva L. MIGUEL Teresa MIRANDA Margaret C. MITCHELL Susan M. MONIZ Jason W. MOONEY Dawn M, MONIZ Terri-Lynn MONIZ Michael MORHY 71 Grace C, MONIZ Theresa MONTE Donna M. MORRISSETTE Doreen A. NADEAU Lynn NASCIMENTO Mark NASIFF Julie Ann NATALE Michael S. NAWROCKJ Michele M. NERONHA Michael R. MULLARKY Dawn M. MUNROE Earl K. MUNROE Laurie Ann NOBREGA Laurie Ann NOON Thomas M. OGDEN 73 Florinda F. NOG U EI R A Lori J, O'CONNELL Linda H. O’HARA Brenda Lee Jose C. Rose OLIVEIRA OLIVEIRA OLIVEIRA 74 Heidi K. OLIVEIRA Michael J. OLIVEIRA Andrea K. OLIVER Sherilyn A. O'LOUGHLIN Christine M. PACHECO Gary PACHECO Brian F. O’NEIL Dawn PACHECO Jose M. PACHECO 75 April M. OUELLETTE Donna L. PACHECO Lucy PACHECO Troy J PAIVA Manuel A. PACHECO Lisa PADULA Paul PACHECO Alice L. Arnaldo S. PAIS PAQUETTE Vincent PACHECO 76 Deborah A. PAQUET Michael J. PASCOAL David J. PAVAO 77 Diane A. PARE Lucy M. PAVAO Michael F. PAVAO Paula J. PBARSON Maureen C. Elizabeth A. PELOQUIN PEREIRA Laurie Ann PELLETIER 78 Lisa M. PELLETIER Durfee spirit number one! Lawrence L. Paula PEREIRA PEREIRA Victor PEREIRA Carolyn M. PERRE1RA 79 I think we did something wrong. Francine M. PHENIX Denise Ann PINARDI Michele D. PHENIX Maria R. PIMENTAL Raymond J. PINSONNEAULT 80 Kristen L. PIMENTA Kathleen PIMENTEL Laurie A. PISARCZYK Anne M. PLANTE James E. PODESKY Debra A. PONTES Thomas R. PLOURDE Stephen J. POIRIER Jeff P. PONTES 81 Sheila Ann PRIMO Elizabeth M. RAPOSA Mark A. RAPOSA Daniel QUINTAL Lisa RAPOSA Carol A. RAPOSO 82 Christina L. RAGONESI Lisa M. RAPOSA Dionisio RAPOSO Fatima M. RAPOSO Scott S. RAYMONDO Shelley L. REGO Maria M. RAPOSO James M. REGO David A. REIS 83 Loren Beth RAYMOND Paul A. REGO Raul A. REIS d Maria A. RESENDES David J. R10UX Karl A. REMY Debra Ann REZENDES Renee C. RISSLER Kimberly A. REMY 84 Steven REPOSA Edward S. REZENDES Patricia A. ROARKE X Cynthia L. ROBINSON Kimberly A. ROCHA Renee RODGERS 85 Christine ROCHA Rosemary ROCKETT Estrella RODRIQUES Geri E, RODRIGUES Connie ROMANO George ROSE Gregory A. RODRIGUES Robin L. RONDEAU David J. ROSEBERRY 86 Steven M. ROSEBERRY Christine A. RUSIN Russell W. SALVA Tracy Lynn SANTOS Courtney Ann ROY John RUSSO 87 Gerald M. ROY Nicholas J. SALMON Victor SANTOS Mary Ellen SARANTAKIS Donna J. SARDINHA Tanya K. SARK EES Timothy P. SAUNDERS Eduardo M. SARAIVA Donna M. SARDINHA David S. SAUCIER Bethann Carolyn M. SCHROEDER SELLECK Karyn A. SHEA Elizabeth SHERMAN Elyse Ann Vickie L. David C. SCHWARTZ SEXTON SHERWIN 89 Lori Ann SIKORA Humberto M. SILVA Maria J. SILVA John F. SILVA Maria L. SILVA Christine SILVA Fernanda SILVA Marc W. SILVA Maria R. SILVA Ann M. SILVIA Michael J. SILVIA Edward M SMITH 91 Dawn M SILVIA Timothy P. SILVIA Michael P. SMITH 92 Kevin SN1ZEK Catherine SOCZEK Aida SOARES John M. SOARES Sherri Lynn SOTNICK Brenda L. SOARES Joseph C, SOUSA Michelle A. SOUSA Darlene M SOUZA Linda M. SOUSA Paulo J. SOUSA Jessica T. SOUZA 93 Maria SOUSA Valerie C. SOUSA Joseph M. SOUZA Robin M. SOUZA Karen M. SOUZA Mark M. SOUZA Kim M. SOUZA Nadine Susan M. SOUZA SOUZA 94 Leonard SOUZA Peter L SOUZA Steven P. SOWERSBY Eleanor S. SPRAGUE Renee R. ST PIERRE Susan M. STEVENS Paul A. ST LOUIS Tracy L. ST PIERRE Lisa M. STINTON 95 David N. ST MARIE Joseph STANTON Kirsten B. SULLIVAN Loriann TAYLOR Sheila M. SULLIVAN Linda Marie TAVARES David M. TEIXEIRA 96 Eric J. SYLVIA Ronald M. TAVARES Suzanne C. TETREAULT David R. THIBAULT Brian M. TOY Scott R. TRAVIS Donna L. THIBAULT Dawn M. Kim M. TRAVIS TRENHOLME 97 Ronald P. Vouthy Lisa A. TRIPP UON VALCOURT 98 Keith A. TURGEON Lisa M. VAILLANCOURT Renee VALLEE Theresa M. VALLEE Lisa M, VASCONCELLOS Richard B. VENTURA Christine A. VEZINA Glenn L. VANDERPOOL Mary M. VASCONCELLOS 99 Debbie VIEIRA Donna VJENS Lisa Ann WAGENBACH Lisa Ann Cathy Ann VIVEIROS WALSH Lenore C, VIEIRA Lisa VIEIRA Lisa Wendy WALSH WENTWORTH Timothy John WHITE William E. WHITE Stephanie A. WELLS Wanda Jennifer Anne WHIPP WILKINSON 101 Charles WR1GHTINGTON Kimberly M, WILLIAMS Charles C. WILLS Albert M. WONG Eleanor WROBLESKI Sheryl Anne WILLIAMS Robert FERREIRA Martha Judith PALUMBO REBELLO 102 PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY Charlene Ferris Carol Raposo Lisa Raposa CLASS OFFICERS SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVES 103 Compliments of the B.M.C. DURFEE DRAMA CLUB 104 OUR SCHOOL YEARS COMING TO AN END Twelve years of schooling are finally coming to an end. As graduation approaches we ask ourselves if we will be part of the generation that will continue the rapid rate of change that presently exist in the world with the power to destroy itself. Hopefully we will have the wits and courage to condemn, not promote, the corruption that seems to be so deeply present in our society today. Twelve years, 144 months, is a long time. Our future roles and accomplishments will determine if we made the most of our school years. Through elementary, middle, and high school we matured, growing mentally and physically. We are ready to tackle what ever might challenge us. Who knows, we may be the generation to do it all. 5 HOSTAGES RETURN HOME REAGAN......PRESIDENT FRESHMEN September 7, 1983, we make our fanfare entrance i Durfee. Our confused state during which we learn adjust, is short lived. Old friends are seeked out wt new friends are made. We learn to interpret a rotat schedule, block out an overworked intercom, and hi patience for those slow moving lunch lines. The wo around us remains in an active state as always. Jc Lennon, a Beatle star is shot while entering his N York appartment. Ronald Reagan moves Jim Carter out of the White House. The hostages reti from Iran to a jubilant America. On telivision Dai and Hill Street Blues are entertaining many peop The warm days that faded into winter return in M Our freshman year is looked back at as one of grc ing, adjusting, and learning. Sophomore year here come! 106 Compliments of the B.M.C. HILLTOP. SOPHOMORES at happened to summer??? We return with a de- to learn .... to progress. As sophomores we find teachers expecting more......we do more to pare for tomorrow. Durfee is dedicated .... Ken- y visits BMCD. Teachers follow a “work to rule isev .... senior follies is put on hold. Fall River ergoes a face lifting . , . , main street gets a new c. A fire destroys Notre Dame Church. From the ion’s capital comes words of encouragement, while ;rest rates reach new highs and the number of ployed workers reach new lows. The world mourns assasination of President Sadat of Egypt. Hey! I someone mention summer? Two years gone..... ► years to go. Juniors .... All the way! 1981 - 1982 NOTRE DAME .... GONE PRESIDENT SADAT___ SHOT Compliments of ANDERSON LITTLE-FALL RIVER BEDFORD STREET BREZHNEV DIES JUNIORS Back again .... we finally made it to flex. For many it is a year of PSAT’s, driving lessons, and our first big dance, the Junior Prom. Our class had decreased in numbers but our spirit and desire for success had become stronger. Turkey day . . . . another loss. The final curtin fell on Ingrid Bergman and Henry Fonda, while Russia lost Leonid Brezhnev and Monaco lost Princess Kelly. On Golden Pond and ET were drawing them in at the movies while at home, cable was in great demand. The Junior Prom — enjoyed by all at the Coachmen in Tiverton, R. I. June already .... our last year awaits us. The class of “84” is about to become a reality. 1982 - 1984 ET..........GOING HOME 108 Compliments of the B.M.C. Durfee H. S. MUSIC DEPARTMENT 109 fer . Compliments of the 1984 Senior Prom Committee no “WE’VE GOT TONIGHT” LAUGHING The Cinderella Room at the Coachman Restaurant in Tiverton R.L swayed to the notes of romantic songs and shook to the beat of rock on the night of our Junior Prom, The prom was more than a dance, it was us, the class of “84” doing its thing with style. m SENIORS THE DAY AFTER. . . . WATCHED BY MANY TENSION IN KOREA MISSLES IN EUROPE Our senior year. . . . thinking it would never arrive.....now gone, belonging to our past. Between worrying about college applications, yearbook payments and who our senior prom date will be, our last year at Durfee is a busy one. The first term drive for those impressive grades to accompany our college applications gives us little time for other activities. Turkey day brings cause for celebration as the Hill- toppers beat the Whalers on the grid iron in the annual Thanksgiving Football Game. World events, however, do not give us much cause for celebration. From the shooting down of a Korean jet liner over the Pacific to our jet fighters being shot down over Leba- non, world tension mounts. Our adolescent school world is surrounded by people hating people......people killing people. On televi- sion The Day After spells out clearly the dangers of nuclear war. Measuring time for caps and gowns arrives........our time for exiting is near. A new class will take our place in the hallways and classrooms of Durfee. Ready or not world, the class of 1984, for better or worst, is joining you. 112 OUR LAST ADOLESCENT HOORAH . . . HIGH SCHOOL THE CLASS OF 1984 Beverly ADAM Christine M. AGUIAR Lisa M. AH AES Y Patrick ALBIN Lynn M. ALECRIM Darryl J. ALMEIDA Julia A. ALMEIDA Maria C ALMEIDA Christopher D. AMARAL Shalbe A. AMARAL Steven A. ANGELL Margaret A. ANGSTADT David ANSELMO Emily ARRUDA Joanne ARRUDA Joye M. ARRUDA Kimberly A. ARRUDA Leonora S. ARRUDA Rudolph ARRUDA Paula J. AUDETTE Traci A. AVILLA Debra J. AYALA Sharon M. AYRE Barbara BA1LLARGEON Valerie C. BAIN Scott BAMFORD Nancy A. BANDARRA Bernadette M. BANKS Patricia BARBOZA Sharon A. BARILLARO Isabel BARREIRA Louis A. BARROS Raul M. BATISTA Gregory R. BAZINET Lisa L BEAUDRY Diane E. BEDARD Ronald G. BELANGER Dawn M. BELISLE Deborah BELISLE Kim A. BENEVIDES Mary S. BENFEITO Sandra L. BENOIT Sharon M. BERCIER Darlene M. BERNIER Suzanne L. BERNIER Jonathan J. BERUBE Christine M. BESHARA Pamela A. BETTENCOURT Judith A. B1BEAU Christine BIELAWA Pat A. BIELLO Debra L. BIGOS Brian D. BISHOP Fletcher A. BLACKMON William J. BORDEN Nelia M. BORGES Christine BOTELHO Christopher BOTELHO Debra M. BOUCHARD Tommy Joe BRADLEY II 113 Lori A. BRADSHAW Maria G. BRAGA Christine BRANCO Sherri L BRANCO Frank BREAULT Alan BRIGHTMAN Luis A. BRILHANTE Jacqueline T. BRODEUR Kristen M. BRODEUR Pamela E. BRONHARD Sharon M. BURGESS Tracy A. BURKE Michelle BURNS Carolyn A. BYRNE Joseph P. CABRAL Matthew CABRAL Sharon CABRAL Joseph M. CALDEJRA Lori A. CALVO Alfonso M. CAMARA Chris P. CAMARA Clemente R. CAMARA Joseph M. CAMARA Vincent CAMARA Peter F. CAMBRA Keith K. CANTELMO Linda L. CANTELMO Scott CARMICHAEL Melissa M. CARON LISA R. CARREIRA Maria F. CARREIRO Nisalda M. CARREIRO John CARROLL John C. CARVALHO Lori A. CARVALHO Ruth N. CARVALHO David R. CASTANHO Louise P. CASTONGUAY Karen A. CAVALLARO Mee Chun CHAN Raymond H. CHARETTE Robert T. CHERVENY Paula J. CHRETIEN Christine D. CIOE Elizabeth A. CIULLO Sherilynn A. CLEMENT Benjamin COELHO Diane COELHO Marylou COELHO Kim E. COHEN John P. COLEMAN Carol Ann COLLARD Rita H. CON LON Lisa A. CONNELL Michael J. COOGAN Pauline CORDEIRO Steven CORMIER Karen E. CORREIA Kerryann CORREIA Susan A. CORREIA Christine F. CORREIRO Andrea E. COSTA Antonio J. COSTA Gail A. COSTA Karen M. COSTA Lisa M. COSTA Lori A. COSTA Lucilia F. COSTA Margaret A. COSTA Maria G. COSTA Nadine B. COSTA Ricky A. COSTA Tonya M. COSTA Paula M. COUTO Peter D. COURTROUBIS Christopher R. COUTURE Chris S. COWEN David B. COWEN Leonard COWEN Maria E. CRUZ Victoria L. CRUZ Marc CUN HA Robert CURRAN Kimberly A. CUSICK Elizabeth D. DALTON Joyce A. DARCY Mary Lou DASILVA Marybeth DASILVA Anna Paula DEABREU Ilidio M. DECASTRO Elizabeth DECOSTA Dianne DECOSTE David C. DEFAR1A Lynn M. DELISLE Maria J. DEMELO Paul M. DEMELO Darlene D. DESCHENES Giselia C. DIAS Kimberly A. DIAS Maria A. DIAS Paulo DIAS Rosa A. DIAS Ian S. DIMOCK Kathleen A. DINIZ Natalie DINIZ Charlene M. D1NUCCI Joseph L. DION Nancy DION Michael DOLAN Jennifer DOLLARD Kathryn E. DONOVAN Ana L DOREGO Gene DUARTE Maria J. DUARTE Daniel DUCHARME Lisa M. DUFRESNE Karen M. DUPONT Joan DUPRAS Kim M. DUQUETTE Scott A. DURFEE Sharlene T. DUSOE Richard R. DUSSAULT Mark D. DUVAL Pamela A. DUVAL Kerry P. DWYER Lori A. DYBOWSKI Bryant J. EDWARDS Keith A. ELLIS Ronald EMOND George ESTRELA Jeffrey A. ESTRELLA Susan L. FALLOWS Michael A. FARIA John FARIAS Sandra J. FARIAS Scott J. FAZZINA Elizabeth FEDORZYN Chris J. FEIJO Rosemary FEITELBERG Ana M. FERNANDES Jose M. FERNANDES Kevin M. FERNANDES Rhonda M. FERNANDES Antone FERREIRA Cidalie M. FERREIRA Frank J. FERREIRA Lorri Anne FERREIRA Maria M. FERREIRA Nelson G. FERREIRA Robert FERREIRA Charlene M. FERRIS Verna M. FERRIS Darlene J FERRY Lisa M, FERRY David FISHER William FITZGERALD Sean P. FITZGIBBONS John P, FLAVIN Julie Anne FLEMING Pamela Beth FLEMING Michael A. FONSECA Kelly Ann FONTAINE James J. FRANCO Bruce E. FRANK John V. FRANK Lynn M. FRIEDLANDER Lsaac R. FURTADO Lori Ann FURTADO Maria F. FURTADO Theresa FURTADO Alice M. GAGNE Diane C. GAGNON Ana P. GALEGO Paul F. GALEGO Romel J. GALLAMOZA Catherine GANCARSKI Michael J. GARANT Jessica L. GARCIA David P. GASTALL Laurie E. GAUDETTE Karen GAUDREAU Pamela C. GAUTHIER Lisa L. GEHAN Walter P. GEHAN Raymond L. GENDREAU Donna M GILLETT Angelos E. GIOTIS Timothy R. GOLDEN Denise A. GONSALVES Denise M. GOSSON Kelly Ann GOSSON Gino M. GOULART John M. GOUVEIA John GRACA Cornelius J. GRACE Kevin M. GREENE Timothy P. GRIFFIN Deborah A. GRILLO Barbara A, GUI MAR Renee R. GUINEN Kathleen P. GUTTER Elizabeth HALLAL Denise M. HAMEL Geraldine HANNAFIN Tammy L. HANSON Robert M. HARGRAVES Chris J. HARNEY 114 Kris teen HART Paul B. HART Michael N. HARTNETT Paul C HARTNETT Peter R. HEBDA Randy HEBERT Robin HEBERT David J. HEDDY Kelly J. HEY WOOD Mark A. HOLDING Tina M. HOLT Victory J HONNEYMAN Alison J HORNSBY Donald J. HOUDE Duane P. HOUDE Jameson S. HOWARD Susan P. IMBEAU Colleen M. JACKSON Doughlas J. JOACOB Allen L. JARABEK Kim M. JARDIN Susan C. JEFFRIES Lisa M. JOHNSON Kimberly A. JORDAN Kathleen A. JOUBERT Elizabeth L. KARAM George D. KELLY James M. KHOURY Audene C. KIRBY Raymond KITCHEN Carolyn A. KRAUZYK Matthew A. KUPIEC Dante R. LACHICA Bridget LAFLAMME Karen D. LAFRANCE James LAGE Kevin P. LAJOIE Cheryln A. LAMBERT James D. LAMBERT Ronald P. LAMBERT Karen S. LANDRY Kelly M. LANDRY Barbara LA PRISE Brian P. LATINVILLE Beth A. LAUREANNO Carol L. LAVOIE Paulette M. LAVOIE Lisa M. LEANDRO Colleen LEBREUX Kimberly A, LECOUR Robert G. LEDUC Matthew G. LEGER Antonio F. LEITE Lisa M. LEITE Elizabeth LEONARDO Brian J. LEPAGE Denise LEVESQUE Donna L. LEVESQUE Peter P. LEVESQUE John W. LEVRAULT Ernest J. LEWIS Hoi Ming LI Chin J. LIM Alessandra A. LIMA Cidalia LIMA Gerald C. LIMA Andrew A. LISS Lisa M. LIZOTTE Paul J. LOGOZZO Debra A. LOMASTRO Elizabeth LOPES Stephen J. LUBAS Kimberly L, LUCAS William P. LUONGO Susan C. LYNCH William A. LYNCH Colleen A. LYNN Alan D. MACHADO Laurie A. MACHADO Lisa-Marie MADORE Carol A. MALEK Jennifer MANCHESTER John B. MANCHESTER Russell G. MANCHESTER Richard R. MANCINI Sheryl Ann MARCEAU Anne M. MARCELINO Gail A. MARQUES Linda M. MARSLAND Kerry A. MARTEL Robert MARTEL Cheryl A. MARTIN Dawn M. MARTIN Robert J. MARTIN Susan MARTIN HO Diane M. MARTINS Emanuel L. MARTINS Lisa A. MASSA Lisa A. MASSEY Michelle MATHEWS Kathleen J. MAURER Rodney MAURICIO Rany S. MAYALL Tina Marie MCBEE Karen F. MCDONALD Donna L. MEDEIROS Edmund MEDEIROS Elizabeth A. MEDEIROS Jason MEDEIROS Joao D. MEDEIROS Jose L. MEDEIROS Lynn A. MEDEIROS Maria D. MEDEIROS Maria F. MEDEIROS Marsha L. MEDEIROS Nelia MEDEIROS Susan L. MEDEIROS Susan T. MEDEIROS Dawn Marie MEGNA Christine M. MELLO Cindy M. MELLO Donna M. MELLO Gilbert G. MELLO Lisa P. MELLO Lori MELLO Lori A. MELLO Maria A. MELLO Steven R. MELLO Susan MELLO Susan M. MELLO Norma Jean MELLOR John L. MELO Maria C. MELO Maria E. MELO Paula A. MENDES Barry J. MENDONCA Steve MENDONCA Steve R. MERCIER Marc R MESSIER Lisa M. MICHAUD Lisa J. MICHEL Genoveva L. MIGUEL Brenda Lee MILLERICK Lori L. MIRANDA Teresa MIRANDA Margaret C. MITCHELL Dawn M. MONIZ Grace C. MONIZ Joseph C. MONIZ Mary A. MONIZ Susan M. MONIZ Terri-Lynn MONIZ Teresa MONTE Jason W. MOONEY Michael MORHY JR. Donna M. MORRISSETTE Michael R. MULLARKY Dawn M. MUNROE Earl K. MUNROE Doreen A. NADEAU Lynn N ASCI MENTO Mark NASIFF Julie Ann NATALE Michael S. NAWROCKI Michele M. NERONHA Laurie A. NOBREGA Lori J. O’CONNELL Thomas M. OGDEN Linda H. O’HARA Brenda L. OLIVEIRA Heidi K. OLIVEIRA Jose C. OLIVEIRA Michael J. OLIVEIRA Rosa M. OLIVEIRA Andrea M. OLIVER Sherilyn A. O’LOUGHLIN Brian F. O’NEIL April OUELLETTE Alfred PACHECO Christine PACHECO Daniel M. PACHECO Dawn PACHECO Donna L. PACHECO Gary PACHECO Gerald S. PACHECO Jose M. PACHECO Lucy D. PACHECO Manny A. PACHECO Paul PACHECO Vincent PACHECO Lisa M. PADULA Alice L. PAIS Troy J. PAIVA Matha PALUMBO Deborah A. PAQUET Thomas R. PAQUET Arnaldo S. PAQUETTE Diane A, PARE Michael J. PASCOAL Darlene C. PAULO David J. PAVAO Lucy M. PAVAO Michael F. PAVAO Paula J. PEARSON Laurie A. PELLETIER Lisa M. PELLETIER Maureen C. PELOQUIN Elizabeth A. PEREIRA Lawrence L. PEREIRA Paula PEREIRA Robin M. PEREIRA Victory PEREIRA Carolyn M. PERREIRA Leonard H. PHELAN Francine M. PHENIX Michele D. PHENIX Kristen PI MENTA Maria R. PIMENTAL Kathleen PIMENTEL Denise A. PINARDI Raymond J. PINSONNEAULT Laurie A. PISARCZYK Anne M. PLANTE Dominick PLOLJRDE Thomas R. PLOURDE James E, PODESKY Stephen J POIRIER Debra A. PONTES Jeff P. PONTES Michael A. POULOS Sheila Ann PRIMO Tuyet A. QUACH Daniel QUINTAL Christina L. RAGONESI Elizabeth M. RAPOSA Lisa M. RAPOSA Mark A. RAPOSA Randall J. RAPOSA Carol Ann RAPOSO Dionisio RAPOSO Fatima M. RAPOSO Maria M. RAPOSO Lisa M. RAPOZA Eric C RAUNER Loren B. RAYMOND Scott S. RAYMONDO Judith REBELLO James M. REGO Norman B. REGO Paul A. REGO Shelley L. REGO David A. REIS Raul A. REIS Karl A. REMY Kimberly Ann REMY Steven REPOS A Maria A. RESENDES Debra A. REZENDES Edward S. REZENDES Raymond RICHARD David J. RIOUX Renee C. RISSLER Patricia Anne ROARKE Douglas J. ROBERT Cynthia L. ROBINSON Christine ROCHA Kimberly A. ROCHA Rosemary ROCKETT Rnee RODGERS Estrella M. RODRIGUES Geri E. RODRIGUES Gregory Allyn RODRIGUES Connie ROMANO Robin L. RONDEAU George ROSE Patricia ROSE David J. ROSEBERRY Steven M. ROSEBERRY Courtney Ann ROY Gerard M. ROY Christine A. RUSIN John RUSSO Nicholas J. SALMON Paul G. SALSINHA Russell W. SALVA Claudia L. SALVO Marcelina A. SAMPSON Sandra SANTOS Tracy L. SANTOS Victory SANTOS Eduardo M. SARAIVA Mary Ellen C SARANTAKIS Donna J. SARDINHA Donna M. SARDINHA Tanya K. SARKEES David S. SAUCIER Timothy P. SAUNDERS Bethann SCHROEDER Elyse A. SCHWARTZ Maria Connie SEBASTIAN Carolyn M. SELLECK Vickie L. SEXTON Karyn A. SHEA Elizabeth A. SHERMAN David C. SHERWIN Lori Ann SIKORA Christine SILVA David W. SILVA Fernanda SILVA John F. SILVA Marc W. SILVA Maria J. SILVA Maria L. SILVA Maria R. SILVA Ann Marie SILVIA Dawn M. SILVIA Leonard P. SILVIA Michael J. SILVIA Timothy P. SILVIA Edward M. SMITH Michael SMITH Kevin SNIZEK Alda SOARES Brenda L. SOARES John M. SOARES Ronald D. SOARES Catherin SOCZEK David SOREL Sherri L. SOTNICK Joseph C. SOUSA Linda M. SOUSA Manuel SOUSA Maria L. SOUSA Michelle A. SOUSA Paulo J. SOUSA Valerie C. SOUSA Darlene M. SOUZA Jessica T. SOUZA Joseph M. SOUZA Karen M. SOUZA Kim M. SOUZA Leonard SOUZA Mark M. SOUZA Nadine SOUZA Peter J. SOUZA Robin M. SOUZA Susan M. SOUZA Steven P. SOWERS BY Eleanor S. SPRAGUE Paul A. ST. LOUIS David N. ST. MARIE Renee R. ST. PIERRE Joseph STANTON William STANTON Susan M. STEVENS Lisa M. STINTON Kirsten B. SULLIVAN Peter S. SULLIVAN Sheila M. SULLIVAN Eric J. SYLVIA Stanislaw SZAREK Witold SZAREK James TAVARES Linda M. TAVARES Ronald M. TAVARES Loriann TAYLOR David M. TEIXEIRA Suzanne C. TETREAULT John M. TEXEIRA David R. THIBAULT Donna L. THIBAULT Richard W. THIBAULT Brian TOY Dawn M. TRAVIS Scott R. TRAVIS Ronald P. TRIPP Keith A. TURGEON Vouthy UON Lisa M. VAILLANCOURT Lisa A. VALCOURT Renee VALLEE Theresa VALLEE Cathy VALOIS Jane M. VALOIS Glenn L. VANDERPOOL Lisa M. VASCONCELLOS Mary M. VASCONCELLOS Richard B. VENTURA Christine A. VEZINA Debbie A. VIEIRA Jose VIEIRA Lenore C. VIEIRA Lisa M. VIEIRA Donna M. VIENS Lisa Ann VIVEIROS Lisa WAGENBACH Cathy A. WALSH Lisa P. WALSH Stephanie A. WELLS Wendy WENTWORTH Wanda Lee WHIPP Timothy J. WHITE William E. WHITE Jennifer A. WILKINSON Kimberly M. WILLIAMS Sheryl Anne WILLIAMS Charles C. WILLS Albert A. WONG Charles WRIGHTINGTON Eleanor A. WROBLESKI Chi Keung YAU SPORTS STEVE FRASCATORE NOVEMBER 16, 1967 - OCTOBER 9, 1983 HE RAN CROSS COUNTRY WHILE HIS HEART RAN THE TRACK OF SPORTS__EXEMPLIFYING HIS LOVE FOR SPORTSMANSHIP. SPORTS Co-Captain Jim POOESKY Sporting the best record in the history of Durfce cross country, this year's team had a tremendous season. Coach Dave Ozug led the team to an almost perfect season, recording 11 wins and one loss. Like last year, the loss came from Bishop Feehan by one point, thus eliminating the chance to capture the division crown. Running in the top spot was junior Mike Beauchemin, who showed excellent performances throughout the season as he broke the Durfee course record by one second, running the 2.75 mile loop in 14:03. Bob Camara, also a junior held the second position and veter- an co-captains Greg Rodrigues and Jim Podesky were third and fourth respectively. Rounding out the varsity squad were sophomores Norm Dumont, Jim Wilcox, and Brien Corey. Freshman standout Sarah Wilcox paced the Topperettes as she was undefeated in dual meet competition. Sarah was fol- lowed by Jill Hathaway, Brenda Piela, Cathy Gillette, Chris Quinn, and Shannon Hathaway. By giving their best the Top- pers and the Topperettes made the 1983 Cross Country season an exciting one. 118 CROSS COUNTRY CROSS COUNTRY CITY CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP A major accomplishment by this year’s team was the winning of the first annual City Cross Country Championship, The three teams which made up the meet were Durfee, Diman, and Bishop Connolly. By winning, Durfee received individual medals and a silver plated cup, donated by Judy St Hilaire. The cup will remain at Durfee until the team records a loss at this meet within the next two years. 119 Compliments of the Durfee H. S. CHEERLEADERS. STATE CLASS MEET ... A SUCCESS STRONG EFFORTS____FOR DURFEE The harriers ended the season with a best-ever showing at the State Class Meet. They placed an impressive tenth in a field of thirty-two teams. Strong efforts were put forth by Beauchemin, who took 11th place and Bob Camara with 41st place. Jim Podesky, Greg Rodrigues, and Norm Dumont took 74th, 77th, and 91st places respectively. An unfortu- nate occurance during the season was the tragic death of teammate Steve Frascatore. The team dedi- cated this year's season to Steve, and decided to have a trophy presented in his name. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. 120 Compliments of the B M C. Durfee H. S. VARSITY CLUB FIELD HOCKEY FIELD HOCKEY Captain Tracy BURKE Captain Lori MELLO The unparalleled spirit of this year’s field hockey team was the key to the most successful season in Durfec’s field hockey history. The greatly im- proved league record of 4-1-3 (win- tie-loss) can be attributed to the coaching of Nancy Torpey and the determination and leadership of eleven seniors. Captains Tracy Burke, Francine Phenix, Lori Mello, and Claudia Salvo, forwards Alison Hornsby, Elly Wrobleski, and Jenni- fer Wilkinson, and defensive players Carolyn Sclleck, Cathy Walsh, Rosemary Rockett, and Lucy Pa- checo all contributed to the unprec- edented victories over New Bedford, Westport, and Fairhaven. The con- sistantly strong defense of junior goalie Betsy Kiley was instrumental in the team’s second place league finish, as were the efforts of juniors Andrea Benevides, Chris Phenix, Missy Alves, Rachel McDonald, and Rachel Wong. The Held is now va- cant, the fans are gone, but the ex- citement of the past season will never be forgotten by the eleven graduat- ing seniors. 121 Compliments of PAIVA’S FISH MARKET-452 DIVISION ST. Senior Alison HORNSBY Senior Rosemary ROCKETT Senior Caihy WALSH ACTION ON THE FIELD Senior Carolyn SELLECK Senior Eleanor WROBLESKI Senior Lucy PACHECO Compliments of DURO TEXTILE PRINTERS, INC. 206 Globe Mills Av ■ This year’s soccer season was exciting as ever with a 5-6-2 (won-lost-tied) league record Behind the leadership of co- captains Raul Batista and Raul Reis, the Toppers played some aggressive games. Playing sweeper most of the time, Batista came up many times from a defensive position to an offensive one and scored for the team. Reis, who started a few games as a forward, moved on to display his talents as goalie Extra power came from seniors Joe Moniz, Joe Fernandes and Ilidio DeCastro. Coaching leadership came from Gene Botelho and Charles Pacheco. They constantly advised, corrected and guided the team, molding them into a challenging force. End- ing three years as student manager was senior Ron Tripp, alias “Tripper”, who was always present to assist. 123 Compliments of GEORGE BETTENCOURT SON-Welding Metal Fabrication and General Repairs Captain Raul BATISTA-3 Captain Raul REIS-10 HARD HITTING_____STRONG KICKIN SENIORS SENIORS Kneeling: Raul REIS, Standing: Ilidio DEC ASTRO, Raul BATISTA, Joe FERNANDES, Joe MONIZ. Ronald TRIPP 124 Compliments of LIBERTY BAKERY-1173 Stafford Road FOOTBALL .... A PASSING PARADE The season ended on a positive note when Durfee, for the first time in ten years, defeated New Bedford by a score of 17-7 on Thanksgiving Day. Senior Jeff Pontes was a one man show as he ran over New Bedford players to lead the Toppers to victory. Dur- fee’s success was mostly credited to their powerful offensive line which could demolish many of its The Toppers, under the direction of coach Don Montle, turned opponents. It consisted of the plucky center Mike Nawrocki, in an exciting season, ending with a 6-4-0 (won-lost-tied) re- guards Tim Griffin, Mark Nasiff, and Brian Bishop, and Tim cord. Starting the season auspiciously the Toppers won their White and Russ Curran as the tackles, Tight-end Nick Salmon first four games against Stang, Case, Sharon and Somerset, finished off the line while also turning in an excellent year The victories were realized because of strong defense. It con- handling the punting job. Quarterback Bob Hargraves had sisted of tackles Tim Griffin and Russ Curran, ends Tim plenty of time to throw the ball to his number one outstanding White and Nick Salmon, and Mark Nasiff and Mike Naw- receiver Gerry Roy. Senior tri-captains Tim White, Tim Grif- rocki as the fearless middle-linebackers. The defensive secon- fin, and Mark Nasiff exhibited great team leadership through- dary consisted of Jeff Pontes and Scott Fazzina, outside line- out the season. Coach Montle summed up the season by saying backers, and Bob Hargraves, Gerry Roy, and junior Brian “these young men have showed that Durfce is once again a Palumbo back deep. After losing to Falmouth, Barnstable, and football powerhouse and I am very proud of them.” Dartmouth, Durfee came back to win over arch-rival Attle- boro. CAPTAINS Tim WHITE-74 Tim GRIFFIN-67 Mark NASIFF-66 125 Compliments of CENTURY 21-HUGHES CAREY REALITY THE TOPPERS SCORE BIG ON THANKSGIVING AGAINST WHALERS 126 Compliments of Mr. Mrs. NORMAND L. PHENIX - GOOD LUCK BEST WISHES FRANCINE. COACHES Left to Right: Frank FERRAZ Steve WINARSK1 Don MONTLE Tom BOTELHO Paul PELOQUIN Bob OLILLA Raymond MEDEIROS COACHES SENIORS Left to Right: Brian BISHOP (Seating) Mike NAWROCKI Tim GRIFFIN Tim WHITE Mark NASIFF Nick SALMON John FRANK Scott FAZZINA (Standing) Doug JACOB Gerry ROY Jeff PONTES Bob HARGRAVES Paul LOGOZZO Dave TE1XEIRA Dave COWEN 127 Compliments of SUPERINTENDENT JOHN R. CORREIRO CAPTAIN CAPTAIN DIVING SWIMMING 128 Compliments of JAMES GIBNEY� Director of Personnel Administration SENIORS Left To Right: BETH PEREIRA CHRISTINE BRANCO PAM FLEMING MARY VASCONCELLOS NADINE SOUZA KAREN LANDRY ROSIE FEITELBERG SENIORS A LOT OF TALENT The Durfee girls' diving and swimming team completed their season with a 9-1 (won-lost) dual meet record. Southern Conference Relay Carnival Crown, runner-up position for the conference title, and a fourth place finish in the South Sectional Championships. With the constant guidance and strategy from rookie swimming coach Sally Smith and diving coach Dr. Marshall Taitz, the girls remained a definite threat in the pool. Although they outscored their opponents by a margin of 704-391, it was one point that decided the Southern Conference Champions. Diving captain Kathy Donovan, swimming co- captains Nadine Souza and Rosie Feitelberg constantly displyed the leadership necessary to mold their team into a powerful force. There were ten divers and swimmers at the South Sectional Championships, with seven proceeding to Mass. State Championships. Participating in the Mass State Championships were Kathy Donovan, Cheryl Fallows, Ann Michno, Nancy Kitchen, Nancy J. Hargraves and Rosie Feitelberg. With thirty-two returning team members for the 1984 season, there is an optimistic outlook for the next season when this team hits the water. Compliments of the MUSIC BOX-186 So. Main St. Kirsten SULLIVAN, Captain Andrea COSTA, Captain Gerry VALENTE, Coach TOPPERETTES____PLAYING STRONG AT THE NET! The Durfee Volleyball Team under coach Gerry Valente ended its highly successful season with a 16-2 (win- loss) record. The season was filled with many accomplishments. It was the first time in Durfee’s history that the power-house Topperettes entered the finals of the SEMC tournament. The Topperettes lost to Quincy in a hard-fought hcartbreaker. The high point of the season was defeating league rival Case in an exciting three-game match (15-11, 12-15, 15-1). In the final game of the match co-captain Andrea Costa served 8 points and junior Fran Cabral served 6 points, while co-captain Kirsten Sullivan and junior Karen Silvia had a potent hitting game. Seniors Brenda Millerick and Liz Karam aced the defense with some fine back line play. The team was a working unit throughout the entire season. Such was illustrated by their accomplishment of sharing the Division-One League Title with Case. Andrea, Kirsten, Karen and Liz led the front line play throughout the season by spiking and dunking some fine sets from juniors Cathy and Andrea. Seniors Kelly Fontaine, Sharlene Dusoe, and junior Anne Collins also displayed some style at the net. Leading the back row defense with much hustle were senior Brenda Millerick, juniors Karl, Marybeth Bcnevides, and Kara Harrington. The season ended with Kirsten Sullivan and Andrea Costa being selected for Division-One All-Star Volleyball Team. Good going Topperettes! BUMP SET SPIKE WIN 130 SENIOR GROUP Left-Right: Liz KARAM Kirsten SILLIVAN Andrea COSTA Brenda MILLERICK Sharlene DUSOE Kelly FONTAINE 131 Compliments of MARINA VENTURA-Senior Vice Principal CAPTAINS Left - PAUL HARTNETT Right - Edward SMITH The 1983-84 swim season was one of exciting highs and disappointing lows. An electrifying win was the 87-79 victory over New Bedford. In this meet Durfee held a six point edge going into the final event. Good swimming on the part of Mike Hartnett and Randy Mayall, however, kept New Bedford from tieing the score. The meet against Duxbury Knights was also a thrilling victory with Durfee’s comc-from-behind 85-84 win. Under the watchful eyes and careful guidance of Coach Sally Smith, the Toppers were molded into an aggressive competitor. For Paul Hartnett, Ed Smith, Randy Mayall, Jim Khoury, Mike Garant, and Mike Hartnett the 1984 season marked the end of a four year experience with the B.M.C. Durfee High School Boy’s Swim Team. Swimming, which began at Durfee in 1978, is a fairly new sport. In 1980, with the arrival of this year’s seniors, the team began to flourish. The senior group brought talent and most important, team spirit. Everyone on the team contributed in their own way during a meet and every victory was a team victory while every loss was a team loss. COACH Sally SMITH SENIORS: L-R: Mike GARANT, Ed SMITH, Michael HARTNETT, Jim KHOURY, Randy MAYALL, Paul HARTNETT 132 SWIM TEAM SWIMMING STRONG 131 GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS OF “84” - BETH PEREIRA 1984 STATE CHAMPS WATCHFUL EYES (I) Coach Thomas KARAM (r) Asst. Coach Jack CAMPBELL CAPTAINS (1-r) Brian O’NEIL, Paul HART, Nick SALMON 134 THE SENIOR GROUP LEFT TO RIGHT JOSEPH STANTON ROBERT HARGRAVES BRIAN O’NEIL PAUL HART NICK SALMON JOHN CARVALHO VIC PEREIRA SHOOTING STARS The Toppers ended their victorious season with a 25-0 (win-loss) record. Under the coaching of Tom “Skip Karam, the Durfee basketball team was awesome on the court. One of the most exciting highs of the season was the 58-54 tri- umph over New Bedford H.S. played on the Whalers' home court early in the season. This victory ended a five-year “hex against the Whalers. As coach Karam stated, “any time we beat New Bedford it's got to feel great. Throughout the season three seniors were active in scoring those winning baskets for Durfee. The senior trio, consisting of Paul Hart, Brian O'Neil, and Nick Salmon, swished in many points with ease and beauty. As this was not enough, additional power was provided by sen- ior guard Robert Hargraves, who sank a career high 19 points in the game against New Bed- ford, and guard Vic Pereira, who also turned in an all-star performance during the New Bedford game. Joe Stanton gave his most and displayed his ability in clutch situations. As March ap- proaches Coach Karam will be sending his 21st Durfee H.S. basketball team to the Eastern Massachusetts South One Sectional tourna- ment. Good going coach Karam! Thanks Top- pers for an exciting season! 136 DIVISION ONE TOPPERS ON THE COURT TAKING CONTROL____WINNING CHAMPIONS Compliments of MARINA VENTURA-Senior Vice Principal COACH GIRLS’ BASKETBALL BEVERLY CAMBRA COACH CAPTAINS I THE TOPPERETTES (L-R) Kirsten SULLIVAN, Andrea COSTA Kelly LANDRY Compliments of ST. MICHAEL’S FALL RIVER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION The 1983-84 Girls’ Basketball Team, under the coaching of Be- verly Cambra, compiled a 9-9 season record in the ever competi- tive Division One of the Southeastern Conference. Under the nspirational play of senior tri-captains Andrea Costa, Kelly -andry and Kirsten Sullivan, the team displayed much talent and ;nthusiasm. Although a 9-9 record might be taken for mediocri- y, this could not be further from the truth. Excitement prevailed n every contest as the girls dropped many heartbreaking games, 5 overtime losses and 4 one point decisions. Highlighting the season however, was the satisfaction of defeating New Bedford wice. This was quite an accomplishment when one considers that t had been 7 years since the Topperettes had emerged victorious. Senior guards Andrea Costa and Kelly Landry provided a one- wo scoring punch for the Topperettes. Their backcourt speed md ball handling skills earned them respect throughout the eague. Juniors Anne Collins, Lisa Neves and Sophomore Kathy Jousa did a fine job on the boards, while juniors Fran Cabral and Cathy Karl moved the ball well at the guard positions. Rounding ff the team were juniors Anne Gibbons and Missy Owsney who :ontributed to the overall effort with their fine ball handling kills. Best of luck Liz, Lisa, Sharon, Lorri, Michelle, Gary from BRIGHAM’S ICE CREAM 139 WRESTLING A HARD FOUGHT SEASON The 1983-84 wrestling team under the coaching staff of Donald Frank and Christopher Boyle, ended the season with a 7-6 (win-loss) record. This re- cord was not an indication of the cali- ber of wrestler that the team possessed, but of the strength of Durfee's oppo- nents. Probably the most demanding sport at Durfee, wrestling demands in- telligence, agility and self-sacrifice, Of- ten a wrestler is required to curb his appetite and work down a few pounds. This action is very character building and is the essence of the sport. Individ- ually, the team post many records. At 100 pounds, senior captain A! Wong boast a 12-1 (win-loss) record. Al was a top-notch wrestler and was the rece- piant of a first place finish in the Catho- lic Memorial Tourney. At 121 pounds senior captain John Frank showed his style with a 10-3 (win-loss) record. This gave him a strong third place Finish in the C.M. Tourney. THE COACHES 140 Donald FRANK Christopher BOYLE LEFT TO RIGHT JOHN FRANK JERRY LIMA ERIC SYLVIA ALBERT WONG Dave Beaulieu and Mike Alves post re- cords of 9-1 and 10-1 (win-loss) records respectively in the 140 and 147 pound classes. David placed first in his class at the C.M. Tourney also. Steve Croteau also had a productive season with a 12- 1 (win-loss) record. He was also destine for a sectional championship. The team had beaten the likes of Marshfield, Weymouth South, Tabor Academy, Lexington, Franklin, Stoughton, and North Quincy. The wins posted re- quired a team effort and individual ef- fort as well. Senior captain Eric Sylvia's hard-fought 8-2 decision over North Quincy, enabled the Toppers to clintch an exciting win. Other contributing wrestlers were senior captain Jerry Lima, Matt Franco, Nobert Pacheco, Mark Medeiros, Brian Tessier, Vinnie Zarlengerand Keith Mello. Each mem- ber of the squad gave his most when representing Durfee High School on the mats. 141 Compliments of HEBERT FUNERAL HOME WINTER TRACK 142 The Durfee track team showed many outstanding individual performances this year. They ended the season with 4-4 record, beating such area teams as Somerset, Diman, Pairhaven, and Bishop Stang. Senior Dave Sherwin shattered the school mark in the shotput by over two feet. His toss of 49 ft. 1 in. rocked the Luke Urban Field House. Sherwin placed fifth in the State Meet held at Harvard. Two other records were broken during the season with freshman standout Sarah Wilcox, clocking a 12:11 in the two mile and Shannon Hathaway's 2:54 in the 1000 yard run. Co-captains Jim Podesky and Greg Rodrigues led the team in the 600 yard dash and mile run. Podesky captured his personal best at the State Meet with a time of 1:19.6. Rodrigues came within .3 seconds to the school record with a best of 4:44.6. Shotputer Tim Griffin also competed in the State Meet but didn't break his personal best throw of 46 feet. Other seniors did their part in proudly representing Durfee. Topperette co-captains Elly Wrobieski and Chris Branco showed their talent in the shot put and 50 yard hurdles respectively. Newcomer Bryant Edwards ran an impressive best of 7.0 seconds in the 50 yard hurdles while George Kelly, also a newcomer to the sport, showed excellent performances in the 600 yard dash and 4x440 relay. 143 Compliments of GEORGE KELLY - VICE PRINCIPAL CAPTAINS 144 PERFORMING GRACEFULLY AND SKILLFULLY The Durfee Gymnasts, under the direction of coach Skip Winters, vaulted into their season with an impressive victory over Barnstable. The team was able to win by a larger margin than expected. The depth of the team, which allowed for a safety in case a gymnast had an off day, caused this unexpected win. The win consisted of many talented gymnasts. Each competitor contributed to the successful season. This proved true when the team suffered injur- ies to key performers and the overall score was not greatly affected. The likeness in ability was shown in the Durfee-Wareham meet. The following were the top two per- formers of each event: Bars, Liz Saunders 6.1, Julie Fleming 6.0, Beam, Pam Flem- ing 6.3, Danielle Pavao 6.2, Vault, Tara Fleming 7.75, Julie and Pam Fleming 7.45, Floor, Julie Fleming 7.12, Liz Saunders 7.1. Other contributing mem- bers of the team were Kerry Martel on floor and Karen Landry on bars. At the time of this article the team had a 5-2 (win-loss) record. 145 Compliments of HADLEY INS. AGENCY, INC. - 56 NO. MAIN STREET 146 Jack CAREY, Coach Mike POULOS, Captain Robert TAYLOR, Coach HOCKEY This year's hockey season was one of beginning leads and ending defeats. Under the coaching staff of Jack Carey and Bob Taylor, the Toppers confronted their opponents with aggressive plays and strong defense. The game against Bishop Feehan was a disappointing loss. They rallied from behind to keep the Toppers from posting a major upset. Durfee's loss could not tarnish those star plays by Scott Santos, who scored all four Topper goals against Bishop Feehan. Another near win was the game against Dennis-Yarmouth. Durfee led throughout most of the game, but Dennis-Yarmouth came from behind to score the win. An exciting win during the season was the victory over Seekonk. Bryan Palumbo’s 20-foot wrist shot with 20 seconds left, gave Durfee a 5- 4 win. Doing their best for the Toppers were defensemen John Coleman and John Carroll, who both knew how to dump the puck in for a score. Senior Mike Nawrocki was there many times to score and set up other Toppers like Matt Johnson and Ray Kitchen. Guarding the nets for the Toppers were goalies Jack Carey and Dave Pavao, who kept the team in close contests with spectacular saves. Contributing their talents to those winning plays were Gino Goulart, John Russo and Captain Mike Poulos, who was a steady performer throughout the season. He and Paul Pacheco were considered penalty killing specialists. Although the team did not reach post-season play, they had a good season working well as a team. WORKING WELL AS A TEAM 147 Compliments of LAETTE’S FASHION OUTLET-40 County Street s p R I N G S P o R T S BASEBALL With an impressive 14-6 overall record and a sec- ond place finish in SEMC Division One play, the Hilltoppers qualified for the post-season tourney for the second straight year. Under new head coach Raymond Medeiros, the “Cardiac Kids”, as they came to be known, combined good pitching, solid defense, timely hitting, and fantastic finishes to stay close to the top of Division One all season. In order to clinch a tourney berth, the Toppers first had to defeat a tough Attleboro team in a one game play off for the post season spot. After a seesaw battle for the first eight innings, th “Cardiac Kids” came through again with a four rur ninth inning to win the game. Next stop for the Top pers was the opening round tournament game againsi Natick. They played well but were beaten by Natick who eventually went on to win the tournament. Coacli Medeiros had an able troop of players with varsity- experience returning this year. The 1984 season should be an exciting one with players like John Car- valho, Bob Curran, Bob Hargraves, Jason Mooney. Brian O'Neil, Jeff Pontes, Gerard Roy, Norm Rego, and Tim Saunders playing key positions on the team. SPRING TRACK 140 Under the leadership of Donald Powell, the Toppers showed outstanding ability in rebuilding a sport which was reinstituted at Durfee only two years ago. The Topperettes, under the leadership of Dave Ozug, also contributed their talents to the rebuilding program. Both teams displayed their strength and style in the various events. The Toppers went that extra length to win against Diman, Somerset, Case, and Fairhaven. Contributing to the success of the Toppers were sen- iors Jim Podesky, who pole vaulted and competed in the 400 dash and Greg Rodrigues, who ran the mile. Other contributors of success were Dave Sherwin, who represented Durfee in the shot put and javelin events, and Mike Nawroeki, who also competed in the shot put events. Other seniors included Dave Teixeira, and George Kelly, with help from juniors Mike Beauchemin, Jim Wilcox, Bob Camara, Bri- an Polumbo, and Andy Desrosiers. A factor which helped the program greatly was the addition of the new rubberized surface on the Thomas W. Ham- mond Track, and the improvements made to the Field event areas. This permitted home meets and improved training throughout this most productive season. s p R I 149 tflHpoO'TJGA OZ SPRING SPORTS G O L F T E A M The Durfee Golf Team had a great season, qualifying for the team sectionals of the State Tournament. The squad compiled an impressive regular season record of 14 wins and 3 losses. The only other Division One team that could beat the Hilltoppers was a virtually unbeatable Dcnnis-Yarmouth squad. The team, coached by Mr. Richard Roy, turned in some impressive individual performances. Senior John Carroll posted a record of 12-2, the best on the team. Carroll qualified for the State Individual Tournament. Co-Captains John Carroll and John Coleman will be major factors in the success of the next season. Senior Michael Poulos and juniors Mike Desmarais and Karl Elias are also expected to contribute their talents to the squad. THE SENIOR TRIO Left to Right: Michael POULOS John CARROLL John COLEMAN 150 TOPPERS TOPPERETTES T E N N I S The varsity tennis team finished the season with an overall record of 7 wins and nine losses. The team had to deal with the loss of five starting players due to graduation. The team was composed of many newcomers. Veteran seniors Jay Berube and Rick Dussault played impressively in singles matches while Jim Lambert and Rick Nadeau teamed as a strong first doubles pair. Joe Caldcina played second dou- bles while senior Rodney Mauricio saw limited varsity ac- tion. The netmen's season was filled with very competitive matches. Each match was played with aggressiveness. The 1983 season saw the retirement of Tom Medeiros, mentor of the team for three years. Medeiros was greatly admired and respected for his knowledge and ability. The B.M.C. Durfee High School Girls’ tennis team had an outstanding season with an overall record of 16 wins and 4 lossess in the Southeastern Massachusetts Division HI Con- ference. The right leadership was provided by returning coach, Gerry Valente. Most of last year’s winning spirit came with the help of number one singles player Julie Almedia, who showed her best skills with an overall record of 16-4. Junior Rachel McDonald, a number two singles player, had an impressive record, losing only twice in matches against Bishop Feehan. Strong varsity players who contributed their best efforts were juniors Andrea Capeto and Dawn Luciano, Coach Valente felt that some of the returning players have some potential to play some varsity games with style during the next season. isi SPRING SPORTS POWDER PUFF-SEMI- TOUGH The cheerleaders and gunners tackled and pushed the majorettes and flagtwirlers in Powder Puff competition on November 20, 1983. The girls had a chance Lo experience the pain and agony of football as they gave it their all. Winning with style, the cheerleaders and gunners won over their opponents, 6-0. 152 Carrying on with Durfee spirit the boys wowed the players and fans with their outlandish cheers. The word went out that better legs had never been seen before on the sidelines. Keeping everyone in line, Bish officiated as referee. There will be other sporting events, but none as funny or as enjoyable as the Powder Puff. 153 CHEERLEADERS DURFEE’S SPIRE Christine BRANCO, Head Louise CASTONGUAY Julie FLEMING Pamela FLEMING Deborah GRILLO, Asst, Head Kelly LIVERSEDGE Jennifer O'CONNELL Melissa POULOS Carol RAPOSO Karen SILVIA Mary SOUZA Margaret SULLIVAN 154 Compliments of MR. MRS. JOHN P. PEREIRA JR. - GOOD LUCK CLASS OF 1984. Lynn ALECRIM, Asst Head Andrea BENEVIDES Roxanne CARVALHO Lori COSTA, Head Marie MAHONEY Kerry MARTEL Cindy MELLO Julie NATALE Lisa TAYLOR Deborah VIEIRA Rachel WONG GOING STRONG FLAGTWIRLERS S5 WE WISH YOU BETH CONTINUE SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN THE FUTURE, COMPLIMENTS OF MR. MRS. MICHAEL KALAMBOKAS MAJORETTS MAJORETTS Barbara BLACKBURN Debra BOUCHARD, Head Jill CAVALLARO Margaret COSTA, Asst, Head Diana COTE Pamela DUVAL Cheryl FATA Nancy KOZAK Johnna LAVOIE Kathleen QUINN Loriann TAYLOR Janet YOUNG 156 Compliments of NATIONAL GLASS CO, - 43 COOK STREET Joanne ARRUDA Sherrilyn CLEMENT Cheryl COONS Carol MALEK, Head Joyce MEDEIROS Lori O’CONNELL Alicia ROSA Chris RUSIN, Asst. Head Maria SILVA Helena TAVARES Suzanne TETRAULT Natercia TEVES COLOR GUARD HONOR GUARD Tracy COOPER Judith DASILVA Lisa GOMES Laura LAFLEUR, Asst. Head Robyn LATESSA Lori MCKENNA, Head Joanne MEDEIROS Kellie PEARSON Monique PICHETTE Ann PITROWSKI Anne RIVARD Kelly SHEAHAN Vicki SOARES 157 Compliments of ALMAC’S INC. - 100 GRIFFIN STREET Kimberly ARRUDA, Head Christine AVRAMIDES Karen BERNARD Cheryl DION Kristeen HART, Asst Head Geraldine HANNAFIN Shannon HATHAWAY Mary Ellen SARANTAKIS Susan TIMBERLAKE Barbara YOUNG GUNNERS GUNNERS 158 Compliments of EUNICE GAUTHIER-GOOD LUCK PAM ADMINISTRATION FACULTY MOLDING OUR UNDERSTANDINGS AND CONCEPTS ABOUT OUR WORLD INK] To Christine and the Class of '84; Four years ago, you and I began a new phase of our lives. You, Chris, and your classmates entered Durfee H.S, to begin an important growing and sharing period of your lives. I embarked upon the job of Superintendent of Schools and in a way began the process of growing and sharing with you. I have seen in your four years a remarkable change-from a somewhat shy, introspective adolescent to a mature, independent and beautiful young woman. 1 would like to think that I too have grown and matured in a difficult job-not often understood nor appreciated by those for whom I am required to toil, and for those to whom the past is the yardstick. But, like you and your classmates, the growth we have experienced has been seasoned by the full range of human emo- tions, laughter, tears, happiness and sorrow. And, we didn’t al- ways see eye to eye on things. Neither as father-daughter, nor as Superintendent and student. But, I believe we all did grow. And in growing we learned from each other. And isn’t that the essence of life? That we grow together, disagree, compromise, share laughter and tears and love and respect each other for our differ- ences as well as our commonalities. Your mother and I are proud of you as are all the parents of the graduating seniors. You are our first-born and in many ways the first in everything in our life. We have high hopes for you as again, all parents have for the graduating seniors, as does the faculty of B.M.C. Durfee High School that shared with all parents in the growth and develop- ment of the Class of '84. Chris and classmates we love you, w'e pray that we have done the best for you, go forth and make us proud of you. Love, Dad John R. CORRE1RO ADMINISTRATION JOHN R CORREIRO SUPERINTENDENT ADMINISTRATION I consider myself a very lucky person ordinarily to be associated with young men and women on a daily basis because you have qualities that keep older people thinking young. In particular, you as a class have manifested these qualities in an extraordinary way. You have been enthusiastic, cheerful, thoughtful, forthright, kind, and full of ideas. 1 believe these qualities to be so important as to wish fervently that you will retain them as individuals throughout your lifetime and thereby serve as examples to other adults who sometimes tend to set aside the excitement of their youth—and burden themselves with artificial cares. You as a class are to commended for what you have brought to Durfee and what you have left for us. I hope and pray that in the years to come you will remember your youth by remaining true to your present selves. Good luck to you’ James S. PANOS PRINCIPAL JAMES E. PANOS 160 161 Vincent M. FITZGERALD Asst. Admin. To The Principal Marina VENTURA,Vice Principal-Seniors William A. BRADBURY-Business Armand DA LLAI RE-Science Edmond MACHADO-Music DEPARTMENT HEADS John BRANCO-Library Hazel DON NELL'Y-Social Science Jerome MARQUES-Modern Language 162 Dr. Michael T. CRANE-Math John F. PIETRUSZKA-English Veronica BARREIRO Jean MIZAK Asst. Director Voc. Ed. Special Needs Supervisor SUPERVISORS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS R. W. PINEAULT Elaine MORRIS Raymond MEDEIROS Frshman Class Advisor Sophomore Class Advisor Jr. Sr. Class Advisor 163 Bclisario ALMEIDA Art Dept. Joanne M. ARRUDA English Tilden BOGUS Math Jacqueline BRADLEY Home Economics Gerald ALMEIDA Business Alan BORGES Occupational Ed. Catherine ASSAD English Daniel BERTHIAUME Math Theodore BOUDRIA Social Science Ronald BRAMWELL Vocational Madeline AMARELLO English Gabriel ANDRADE Guidance Ronald BETTENCOURT I.M.C. Bertrand BOUFFARD Modern Language Margaret BROGAN Occupational Ed. 164 William BROGAN Occupational Ed. John BURNS Occupational Ed. Beverly CAMBRA Gym Stephen CHANDLER Industrial Arts THE FACULTY THEY HELPED US ALONG THE PATHWAYS OF KNOWLEDGE__HELPING US TO PROGRESS AND MATURE. John CAMPBELL Gym Ann Marie CHARRETTE English Robert BROUGH Social Science Thomas BURNS Gym John CAREY Social Science Jay CHATTERTON Industrial Arts David BROUGHTON Gym John BYRON English Charles CARROLL Math Janice CHOINIERE Social Science 165 Jean L. CLAPIN Industrial Arts Rita CORNEAU Business William CLITHERO English Bruce CLARKE Health John CONFORTI Social Science Muriel Ann COTE English Sandra CURTIS Math 166 Mary CLEMENT Science John CONNELL Business Rosemary CROSSON Guidance Barbara DALEY English Anthony DA PONTE Occupational Ed. Robert DEMSEY Vocational Ernest DESROSIERS Social Science Diane DREWNIAK Math Gail DYBOWSKI Math Robert DUNSE Industrial Arts George DIMOCK Social Science Winifred DIMOCK English James DONNELLY English Robert DUBE English Roger DUBOIS Science John FERREIRA Science Robert FERREIRA Industrial Arts Jane S. FIORE Music Dept. Casandra FITZGERALD Modern Language 167 Albert FRANCOF.UR Occupational Ed. Phyllis FRANK Modern Language Dorothea FL'RTADO Modern Language William FUSARO Guidance William GREEN Math John GORMAN T.V. Studio Paula GRILLO Science Carol GEISSER Vocational Fernando GOULART Modern Language Robert HACKETT Business Manuel GONSALVES Social Science Geraldine GREGORY Science Cynthia HAHN Science Cynthia GOOD English Paul GRILLO Modern Language Donald HARDING Art Dept. 168 ■ Eleanor HARTLEY English Joseph KELLY English Maria KNIGHT Social Science Kenneth LAPPIN Occupational Ed. Dennis HAWORTH Ma tli-Scicnce William KELLY English Frank LACAVA Social Science Paul LAVIGNE Science Wilfred HOULE English Edward KEYES Health Oscar SYLVIA Vocational Margot LAVOIE Physical Ed. Frank JORDAN Catherine KITCHEN Social Science English Joyce LANDRY Business Mark LEARY Science 169 BiSiM Dorothy LECOMTE Business Donald MASSOUD Guidance Jimmy MCROY Guidance Rosemarie LEVESQUE English Michael MCDONALD Social Science John MEDEIROS Business Charles MENDES Science John MARTINI Social Science William MCMAHON Social Science John V. MEDEIROS English George MONIZ Science Jeannette MASSE English Catherine MCMULLEN English Thomas MEDEIROS Social Science Irene MONTE M usic 170 William MULLALY Social Science Richard B, O'CONNOR Guidance Leonard PA1VA Math Marlyse PIKUL Business Pauline NADEAU Science Charles PACHECO Math Paul PELOQUIN Health Audrey POITRAS Math Vincent OCCHJUTI Math Lorena PACHECO Science Daniel O'CONNELL Business Robert PACHECO Vocational Norman PHENIX Social Science Donald POWELL Science 171 Sandra POWELL Math Denise QUINN Gym Joyce RILEY Occupational Ed. Daniel J. SHEAHAN Guidance Jacqueline PROULX Gym Joseph QUINN English Augustine ROCHA English Frank M. SILVIA Guidance Margaret PRUITT English Joseph F REIS Modern Language Richard ROY Occupational Ed Jack SKAMMELS Occupational Ed. Deborah PUFFER Gym Robert RICHARD Science Peter SARANTAKIS Business Robert SOUSA Math 172 Robert TAYLOR Science Michael TRAVERS Occupational Ed. Gail SQUILLACE Modern Language Samuel SWIDEY Guidance Cremilde STAVROS Business Alfred TAVARES Industrial Arts Raymond THOMPSON Social Science Robert TREMBLAY Modern Language 173 Frederick STORCH Occupational Ed, James TAVARES English Linda S. TOUPIN English Donna VALENTE Nurse Gerald VALENTE Gym Michael VIEIRA English Evelyn W1EZBECKI Occupational Ed. ; k Donald WOOD Math HELPING HANDS ALONG THE WAY David WARD Social Science James WILCOX Social Science Sandra WOOD English CAFETERIA MAINTENANCE Sally CHAVES Main Office Theresa HOLLINGSWORTH Security 174 Robert CURRAN Maintenance Leo BOUTIN Maintenance Frank BIGOS Security Maureen ALECRIM Secretary Janice COSTA Secretary Joan D’ADAMQ Freshman Office SECRETARIES SECURITY st Row: Mildred MENDONCA, Dorothy STEELE, Dorothy MICHAUD, Lillian FLYNN, Barbara ’HARRETTE, Sally CARVALHO. Phyllis SURETTE, 2nd Row: Charles CARROLL. L. FERREIRA. :arol PAIVA, Jacqueline LEM1EUX. Judith ALSTON, Judith VIEIRA. Alice BETTENCOURT. Ruth IT. PIERRE. Betty MCGILL. Theresa PETRUCCI, Rita LAFLEUR. Raymond BARRETTE 175 IN BEAT WITH DURFEE MUSIC SONG DANCE 176 THE BAND .... STEPPING TO A SPIRITED DRUMMER MARCHING 178 Compliments of the MUSIC DEPARTMEWT-B.M.C. DURFEE H.S. 179 Compliments of THE HAIRDRESSER S OE EILEENS BEAUTY BOUTIQUE 314 So. Main Street 180 SO MUCH TALENT___SO MUCH HARMONY, MELODY, AND RHYTHM Compliments of SHIRT WORLD - 135 Alden Street 181 182 183 GLEE CLUB MIXED CHORUS ADVISOR Irene MONTE ADVISOR Jane FIORE 184 VOCALAIRES EVERY SONG EVERY MUSICAL PRODUCTION____DONE WITH DURFEE STYLE Compliments of GO SHOPS - Home of “Low Price Lenny” EDITOR LITERARY MAGAZINE Rodney Mauricio EDITORIAL STAFF-HILLTOP Charlene Ferris, Bus. Manager, Rodney Mauricio, Managing Editor James Podesky, Editor, Gregory Rodrigues, Sports Editor PRESS CLUB Left to Right: Charlene Ferris, President James Podesky, Trea- surer; Stephanie Matano, Vice Pres. 186 Compliments of BRIAN DIAS HILLTOP LITERARY MAGAZINE PRESS CLUB Michael VEIRA, Advisor GOOD LUCK FROM CITY COUNCILOR LEO O PELLETIER C otrl —iH —' � —iHO BUSINESS CLUB LEFT TO RIGHT STACY HALLAL, SECRETARY MARY ELLEN SARANTAKIS, VICE PRESIDENT ELIZABETH HALLAL, PRESIDENT P. SARANTAKIS-D. O'CONNELL, ADVISORS 108 BICYCLE CLUB BICYCLE CLUB 189 SENIORS David DE FARIA, Antone LEITE, David RIOUX Compliments of PHIL'S BAKERY Food Mart 1134 G.A.R. Highway LEARNING MORE ABOUT CELESTIAL BODIES 190 191 Compliments of QUALITY POOLS by J.J, REZENDES FRENCH CLUB FRENCH CLUB SPANISH CLUB SPANISH CLUB 192 PORTUGUESE CLUB William DOS REIS, Advisor Ana DEABREU, President John CERQUEIRA, Vice President PORTUGUESE CLUB 193 INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA CENTER 194 3PV STUDENT GOVERNMENT THE SENIOR GROUP Chris BRANCO, John COLEMAN, Lisa RAPOSA, Charlene FERRIS, Lori O’CONNELL, Rodney MAURICIO 195 OFFICERS ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL COMMITTEE OFFICERS SCIENCE CLUB L-R: Michael POULOS. Vice Pres Michael FITZPATRICK, Pres., Fatima RAPOSO, Secretary L-R: Rodney MAURICIO, Pres. RAPOSO. Vice Pres Julia ALMEDIA, Secretary, Fatim SCIENCE CLUB ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SOCIETY 1% Compliments of COOPER WOODWORKING CO. 6$ Manchester St, gpLffh fl tuppa LEARNING MORE ABOUT OUR WORLD TESTING THROUGH SCIENTIFIC METHOD Compliments of WESTPORT FACTORY, INC. 40 FOURTH STREET tBdrn OFFICERS Left - Right: David SOARES, Secretary Charles WILLS, President John CERQUEIRA, Vice President Audrey POITRAS, Advisor NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Left-Right: Carol RAPOSO, President, Sandra CURTIS, Advisor Maria RAPOSO, Vice Pres., Pam FLEMING, Secretary 198 199 Compliments of MR. MRS, JAMES S. PANOS VARSITY CLUB Robert HARGRAVES, President Elizabeth KARAM, Vice President Francine PHENIX, Secretary Kirsten SULLIVAN, Treasurer Raymond MEDEIROS, Advisor 200 WORLD HISTORY CLUB Advisor Theodore BOUDRIA Sue L. MEDEIROS, President Fatima RAPOSO, Vice President 201 THE SENIOR CLASS EXPLODED INTO ACTION. EACH ONE GIVING HIS BEST TO ACHIEVE THE BEST 202 MUSICALLY WE CELEBRATED THE END OF FOUR YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL IN DANCE AND SONG. FOLLIES s 203 JANE FIORE She undertook the task of molding us into a group of singers and dancers She shared her musical knowledge, and most important, she dis- played much patience and un- derstanding. WE THANK HER SO MUCH! 204 THE SENIOR FOLLIES SERVED A DUAL PURPOSE. WE WORKED TO DEFRAY THE COST OF OUR SENIOR PROM AND TO HAVE FUN AS A CLASS. WE ACCOMPLISHED BOTH. THE SENIOR CLASS ON REVIEW 205 206 Compliments of PAPA G'ENO’S - Harbour Mai! - Canning Boulevard WE WORKED TOGETHER Our rehearsals were many and the hours were long. Complained and grumbled we sometimes did, but we never lost sight of our goal. We wanted all to know that the class of ’84 knew how to undertake a job and get it done. Working together we made Senior Fol- lies a smashing success. WE SUCCEEDED TOGETHER 207 BOBBY AND GERRY FROM JOHNNY KILEY WE PLAYED A VARIETY OF ROLES 208 Compliments of MR. MRS. DANIEL J. SHEAHAN -Best of luck BETH PEREIRA BIG BIRD LAWRENCE ELK MISS AMERICA FUNKY CHICKENS MANIAC BABIES JANE FONDA BREAKERS BATMAN THRILLER MR. ROGERS WITH STYLE GOOD GUYS AND BAD GUYS FRANK PERDUE’S BIG CHICKS MR ED AND FRANCIS THE TALKING MULE 209 OUR FINAL BOW We were jubilent as we took our final bow to the sounds of loud applause. We did it! We actually did it! But as the sounds died away and our loyal fans went their differ- ent ways, our thoughts became mello. We knew that the last curtain call not only marked the end of Senior Follies, it sym- bolized the end of the class of ’84. Compliments of MR. MRS. EDWARD WALSH - Always be yourself BETH PEREIRA 210 THE LAST CURTAIN CALL 211 Lynn ALECRIM Julie ALMEIDA JoAnn ARRUDA Kim ARRUDA Traci AVILLA Nancy BANDARRA Sharon BERCIER Joe BERUBE Debra BOUCHARD Chris BRANCO Pam BRONHARD Michelle BURNS Matthew CABRAL Barbara CARON Melissa CARON Nisalda CARREIRO John CARVALHO Elizabeth CIULLO Kim COHEN John'COLEMAN Lori COSTA Margaret COSTA Elizabeth DALTON An,a. DEABREU Rafhy DINIZ Jennifer DOLLARD Sharlene DUSOE Kerry DWYER Sue FALLOWS Snadra FARIAS Charlene FERRIS Darlene FERRY Sean FITZGIBBONS John FRANK Michael GARANT Jessica GARCIA Pam GAUTHIER Donna GILLETT Tim GOLDEN Denise GONSALVES Debbie GRILLO Renee GUINEN Elizabeth HALLAL Bob HARGRAVES Kristen HART Paul HART Tina HOLT Alison HORNSBY Doug JACOB Elizabeth KARAM Audene KIRBY Bridget LAFLAMME Karen LAFRANCE Lisa LEANDRO Lisa LEITE SENIOR PROM COMMITTEE 212 ADVISORS ANN MARIE CHARRETTE ELEANOR HARTLEY MARGARET PRUITT Stephen LUBAS Colleen LYNN Carol MALEK Jennifer MANCHESTER Sheryl MARCEAU Gail MARQUES Kerry MARTEL Diane MARTINS Michelle MATTHEWS Ellizabeth MEDEIROS Susan MEDEIROS Donna MELLO Maria MELO Brenda MILLERICK Tracey MIOZZA Susan MONIZ Lynn NASC1MENTO Julie NATALE Michael NAWROCKI Lori O’CONNELL Dawn PACHECO Donna PACHECO Lucy PACHECO Lisa PADULA Troy PAIVA Beth PEREIRA Carolyn PERREIRA Elizabeth PERREIRA Lisa RAPOSA Carol RAPOSO Maria RAPOSO Maria REZENDES Renee RISSLER Cyndie ROBINSON Robin RONDEAU Courtney ROY Gerard ROY Chris RUSIN Renee ST PIERRE Mary Ellen SARANTAKIS Donna SARDINHA Maria L. SILVA Edward SMITH Sheri SOTNICK Darlene SOUZA Jessica SOUZA Nadine SOUZA Robin SOUZA Suzanne TETRAULT Lisa VASCONELLOS Debbie VIEIRA Lisa VIVEIROS Lisa WAGENBACH Kathy WALSH Charles WRIGHTINGTON 213 QUEEN DEBRA BOUCHARD QUEEN 5TH ANNUAL HOMECOMING BALL On November 1 5, 1983. the Home coming Ball was held at Lincoln Park Ballroom in Dartmouth. Cho- sen as queen was Debra Bouchard, representing the band. Chosen as runner-up was Charlene Ferris, who represented student govern- ment. Every dancer on the floor re- presented spirit in motion. Durfec spirit in the swing. 21 Lynn ALECRIM Donna MORRISETTE Debra BOUCHARD Julie Ann NATALE Christine BRANCO Lori O'CONNELL Pamela BRONHARD Andrea OLIVER Nisalda CARREIRO Kathleen PIMENTAL Lori COSTA Lisa RAPOSA Jennifer DOLLARD Carol RAPOSO Susan FALLOWS Fatima RAPOSO Charlene FERRIS Courtney ROY Julie FLEMING Christine RUSIN Deborah GRILLO Mary Ellen SARANTAKIS Elizabeth HALLAL Tanya SARK EES Tammy HANSON Maria R. SILVA Kristeen HART Susan STEVENS Alison HORNSBY Lori TAYLOR Karen LANDRY Debbie VIEIRA Lisa LEITE Jennifer WILKINSON Susan LYNCH Kerry MARTEL Elly WROBLESKI Edmond MACHADO Elaine MORRIS RUNNER-UP CHARLENE FERRIS WORKING HARD TO MAKE HOMECOMING A BIG SUCCESS 215 GETTING IT Rodney MAUR1C10 Maria F, MELLO Renee R. GUINEN Debbie GRILLO Pamela FLEMING Christine BRANCO Susan L. MEDEIROS Margaret COSTA Melissa CARON Wendy WENTWORTH Lisa VIVEIROS Debbie REZENDES Elizabeth FEDORZYN Sharlenc DUSOE Elizabeth HALLAL Kerry MARTEL 216 ALL TOGETHER YEARBOOK STAFF Susan T. MEDEIROS Elizabeth PERREIRA Kimberly ARRUDA Pam GAUTHIER Renee RISSLER Julie ALMEIDA Fatima RAPOSO Debbie VIEIRA Pamela DUVAL Terri-Lynn MONIZ Lisa WALSH Lori COSTA Michele PHENIX Elizabeth DALTON Allison HORNSBY Rosemary ROCKETT Lori MELLO Gail COSTA Carolyn M. PERREIRA Julie FLEMING 217 Mr. William A. Green Mr. Marcel Perry Good Luck Srs! Irene S. Monte Good Luck Carolyn! Kerry A. Cooper Break a leg!! Jo-fred Ron Rots-a-ruck Carolyn!! Mom Dad Congratulations Srs. Carolyn Much Success! William McMahon Mr. Brough Coach Richard Roy Jack Skammels Mark J. Purcell Nancy Dion Brenda J. Pacheco Florence Dare Paul Thibault Mary Leonardo M.M. Harrington Mr. Mrs. Normand Goyette Mr. Mrs. Edward Boucher Frances Ronald Tripp LOYAL SPONSORS Mr. Mrs. Wayne Plonka Alice Souza Bev Garcia Joan Mooney Lillian Tavares Joanne Lavoie Eva Charrette Margaret O'Hearn Mathew P. Cabral Arlene Cabral Mrs. Ted Pawkowski Emile LaFontaine Mrs. Anne Young Mrs. Betty Bernier The Riley’s “Gramma” Norman Charette Larry Loves Lori LOYAL SPONSORS Marie Toth Realtor R. V. Mercure Jack Burns Good bye Durfee, Renee R. I’ll never forget Dec. 10 B.M. Marguerite Viveiros Joseph Torres John Viveiros Lucy Costa Beverly Camara Gary Viveiros Marilyn Viveiros Mr Mrs. Antone Oliveira Debbie Oliveira Linda O’Hara Teresa Miranda Emily Arruda Stephanie Wells Lori Calvo Illidio Pereira Ruth Carvalho Mr. Mrs. Thomas Jermyn Lisa Vieira Mr. Mrs. Antone Parias Mr. Mrs. Arthur Raymond Mr. Mrs. Firmino Sousa Mary Martin Cathy Souza Mr. Mrs. Thomas Fournier Sr. Mr. Mrs. William Taylor Mr. Mrs. Robert Torres David Souza Maureen Pereira John Pereira James Pereira Linda Machado Paul Farias Steve Mendonca Cheryl Karl Scott Marie Bryant J. “Cornbread” Edwards Mike Faria Lisa Dufresne Jeffrey Estrella Maria Steve Kathy loves Mark Sharon Loves Rob Shalbe loves Keith Marie loves A1 Paul Linda Rhonda loves John Bonnie Loves Paul Cathy loves George Wendy loves Todd Kenny loves Kim John loves Karen Mike Morhy Mark Duval Terry R. Kim D. Tina Marie Loves John 218 Andrew Latessa “Senior Cheerleaders 84” Mike “Bullet” Nawrocki Dave “Shot Putter” Sherwin Marc Silva Good Luck Clamdigger! Love Traci Anna De Abreu John Manchester Dave Loves Karen Francine Phenix Alice Loves Roy Missy Loves Larry L. Pelletier Loves I. Furtado S. Broid Robert D. Schoonover Sherry L. Walker Grunts are Great!! Kathie Brabant Cindi Carvalho Russ Lambert Homestead Furniture Co. Norm Belanger Mr. Frank’s Hot-Dogs Coleen Jackson Mr. Mrs. William D. Rigby A Loyal Alumnie A Friend J. P. D. Peter Holt JoAnn Bentley Best of Luck Pam, Love Jeff Bob Seger No. 1 Karen C. “84” Evelyn Carreia “71” A1 “51” Nancy B. Loves Manny F. “84” Elinor Murphy Patrick Murphy Connie Strauss Jeff Strauss Julie Fleming Joan Saunders Dave Dionne Donna Latinville Steve Goulart Mariann Saunders Tom L. Boudria DURFEE SPIRIT FOREVER ALIVE IN THE HEARTS OF ITS SPONSORS Joe Araujo (Singer) Armand Beatz M S Cement Black Co. E. F. Burnt out Bruce Eddy Mush Keith Cabral Johnny, You loveable looser Manuel Botelho Michael J. Andrade Super Shaunee Jim White Debbie Vieira Bambie your special Beey Lawton Mr. B. Clarke Paul J. A. Peloquin Jacqueline T. Bradley Genevieve Freve Mr. Mrs. Brian Bentley Mr. Mrs. Joseph R. St. Pierre Mr. Mrs. Steven R. St. Pierre Cathy Gancarski Robin Souza David St. Marie Andrew Liss Mr. Mrs. Donald Wood Mr. 8l Mrs. James R. Donovan Alice Gagne Paul St. Louis Rhode Strauss Mr. Mrs. James Fleming Yvonne Cornellier Mr. Mrs. Alban Me Callum Mr. Mrs. Alban Me Callum Mildred Mendonca Dorothy Steele Dorothy Michaud Lillian Flynn Barbara Charrette Sally Carvalho Phyllis Surette L. Ferreira Carol Paiva Jacqueline Lemieux Judith Alston Judith Vieira Alice Bettencourt Ruth St. Pierre Betty McGill Rita Lafleur Dennis S. Haworth Suzanne Tetreault Carol Malek Tommy J. Bradley II Nick Salmon What a long, strange trip. (GD) Larry, Ann, Paul, Amy Brandy Becky, Brad, Bethany Pineault 219 FAREWELL ALMA MATER June 3, 1984, symbolizes more than a Sunday in June, it marks the end of a class as the class of '84 graduates from B.M.C. Durfee High School of Fall River. For four years we walked the confined, yet secured hallways of Durfee. We tackled our academic endeavors, while we undertook the challenges of everyday adolescent life. Today’s world, when compared to the well traveled hallways of Durfee, projects itself as a maze of uncertain unsecured corridors. There will be no tones to tell us when to move from one point to another, and there will be no safe haven where friends can be found to understand and comfort us. Today’s world is a fast moving place, where the competition is strong and the pressure is sometimes endless. There will come a time when each one of us will want to escape those adulthood demands and responsibilities. Hopefully, the 1984 yearbook will help you recapture those carefree days, linking your mind to those adolescent havens. 1 thank my staff and especially those who came through with their written articles. Thanks must go to Loring’s Studios for always being there with cameras ready, and to Norval Garnett of Josten’s Yearbook Company for valuable assistance. We all owe our greatest debt to Mr. R. W. Pineault, our advisor. Without his skills and advice, this yearbook could not have been published. I would also like to thank the class of 1984, for without their smiling faces, this yearbook would mean very little. I wish all of you the very best. The class of ’84 has the opportunity to take the world by storm. We must give a wholehearted, indivisible commitment to humanity. Together, we can make a difference. Good luck and best wishes for a successful and happy life. 220 RODNEY MAURICIO, EDITOR - ft JOSTENS