East Haven High School - Pioneer Yearbook (East Haven, CT)

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SALVATORE DcFRANCESCO Sal” 'To him who takes things in his stride, go the fruits of quiet success” K1R60 . . . main interest is the ham radio . . . always greets everyone with a hearty wave . . . When I feel like exercising, I just lie down until the feeling goes away” . . . future in electronics . . . possible training in the Army. Science Fair—2nd Prize 1. JEANETTE DeLUCIA Jan Silence is the perfect herald of joy” Has a quiet charm and dignity of her own . . . serene, cheerful and poised . . . lovely dark hair ... a happy compromise between hard work and enjoyment ... I would rather have the admiration of my fellow men than I would mines of gold” . . . future secretary. DECA 4. MICHAEL DeMARCO Mike” The athlete of today is the man of tomorrow” A three sport man . . . “Oh, those eyes . . . rated tops in personality . . . Captain Mike . . . nature formed him and then broke the mold . . . handsome and debonair . . . Life is swell, so are the girls.” Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Captain 4; Football 2, 3, 4—Tri-captain. ENRICO DeMATTO Rick After man came woman, and he's been after her ever since” Needs no introduction . . . the Latin Lover . . . personality galore . . . our dedicated 65” . . . one of the old gang . . . enthusiastic . . sometimes called wicky-wicky . . . Boom, Boom ... a future collegian. Executive Board 1; Student Council 2; Football 2, 3, 4; A.A. Captain 2; Vice-President 3, 4; Junior Fashion Show Model 3; Junior Fashion Show Committee 3; Junior Prom Co-Chairman 3; Dance Committee 3; Nutmeg Boy’s State 3; Weight-Lifting 3; Football Formal Committee 4. PATRICIA DeNICOLA Pat” Sincerity is a quality to be admired” Tall, slender, a walk of her own . . . a whiz at dramatics . . . quiet and demure . . . likes good music . . . systematic in everything she undertakes . . . college for Pat. T.S.O. 3, 4; Junior Honor Society 1; Band 1, 2, 3; Drama Club 2, 3; Pep Club 2, 3; Debating Society 3; Junior Fashion Show Model 3; Newspaper Club 1; Oratorical Contest 1; Graduation Writing Award 1; Feature Editor, Comer 4. 27 LINDA DePOTO Lin With malice toward none and friendship towards all” Our favorite dues collector . . . happy-go-lucky gal . . . great compromiser . . . I love to wind my tongue up; I love to hear it go” . . . whiz at hair fashions . . . Got any money? . . . business college for Linda. President of Dance Committee 1; Glee Club 1; Speaker and Model at Fashion Show 1; P.T.A. Attendant 1; Pep Club 2, 3, 4; Dance Committees 4; DECA 4; Senior Class Treasurer 4.

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MARTIN CONCILIO -’Marty” All the world loves a lover” Dresses to kill . . . handsome 209’er . . . outstanding player in the East Haven-Branford game . . . the positive approach . . . Look out, girls, here I come ... a winning personality. Student Council 2; Glee Club 2; Football 3, 4; Comet Staff 4. ALISON COOPER Coop” 'To he great is not to stir without great argument Conscientious student . . . worry, worry, worry . . . bubbling sense of humor . . . crazy giggle . . . This busy world and I shall ne’er agree” . . . tall and slender . . . college ahead. Junior Fashion Show 3; T.S.O. 3, 4; Comet Staff. CHARLES COTTLE Charlie” Every man is a volume if you knew but how to read him” 88 is his claim to fame . . . Why argue? I’m right!” . . . one of Miss Mathews headaches . . . Oh, those steel blue eyes” ... a great physique . . . Now girls, don’t crowd me!” ... a genius with physics . . . secret ambition —college. Chess Club 1; Commencement Committee 1; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2; Junior Prom Fashion Show 3. RICHARD DAVIDSON Squirrel” Procrastination is the thief of time Smile with an intent to do mischief . . . thin and tall . . . easy going . . . little man with a big smile . . . full of fun . . . quick to laugh . . . member of Mark’s poetry club . . . anchors away. r I GERALDINE DEFELICE Gerry Silence is sweeter than speech” Up to date in fashion . . . pleasant and quiet . . . shorthand preferred . . . What shall I do with my hair?” . . . a laughing eye, a nimble wit, and a friendly heart . . . secretarial job wanted. Language Club 1; Glee Club 1; Homeroom President 3, 4; F.H.A. 3; Pep Club 3; Typing Award 3; Shorthand Award 3; Pioneer Typing Committee 4.

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ERNEST DIPALMA Ernie” On earth there is little worth a sigh, and nothing worth a tear There’s mischief in his brown eyes . . . Who’s a tease?” . . . Live, love, laugh and be happy” . . . anything for a friend . . . easy to get along with . . . one of the boys . . . Why worry about the future? It isn’t here yet! MARIE DOBOSZ Mar” Continual cheerfulness is a sign of wisdom What a pretty smile! . . . nice to be with . . . exotic in her own way . . . plans to attend I.B.M. school . . . long beautiful hair . . . tefrific sense of humor . . sophisticated. Dance Committee 1; Fashion Show 1; Intramurals 1; Typing Award 3; DECA 4. JOSEPH DIPALMA Joe” The future belongs to him who knows how to wait” Sincerity is a virtue . . . shy until you know him ... a smile always . . . Chevy on hand . . . service planned . . . I’m late again!” . . . charming, easy-going personality. Glee Club 2, 3, 4. MARY JANE DIXON Mar” A gem is found not only in jewels but also in goodness” Appears to be shy, but is a devil underneath . . . sweet, neat, and petite ... a well-mannered lass ... a warm, friendly smile . . . will make an excellent secretary. Pep Club 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 4; Typing Award 3; Shorthand Award 3; Pioneer Typing Committee. FRANK DOUGLAS ’Frank’' Life is a pleasant institution, let us take it as it comes” Homework loves him, but he can’t return the compliment . . . small, but strong as an atom . . . wavy blond hair . . . always ready with an answer . . . has a tall heart. ALEXANDER DRAFFAN Al” Give the world the best you have and the best will come back to you A transfer from Notre Dame ... a stranger he came, a friend he departs . . . Roamin’ Romeo . . . gentleman is written legibly on his brow ... a future brain surgeon. 28