Eau Claire High School - Beaver Tales Yearbook (Eau Claire, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1979 volume:

oj- . . z czndifiLp. -He CHJ£ OPENING: Page's 1-10 2 . £ac(l IA? z±on 8 of. Llncty ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS — Pages 11-38 Winnie I In Pooh was the theme for the Miss Eau Claire Conies! held on February 25th. Out of eleven girls partieipaling in the eon- tot onl one would w in the title of Miss Eau Claire. When the judges gave their final decision. Jody Juergensen was crowned Miss Eau Claire. Her 1st runner up was Sheri Oshorn. Pat Murphy was 2nd runner up. Sheila Mason was chosen by the contestants as Miss Con- geniality . Other contestants were Julie Mi Mis. Handy Rowady (finalists), Joan Millis, Honda San Cartier, Carla Hahn, Linda Kellner, and Hohin Schlipp. The Miss Sod us Contest was held on February 19th. The theme was A Thousand and One Arabian Nights. Miehelle Rosenberg, Kim Carlson, Debbie Conrieh, Kathy Andres, Louann Costanza, and Kileen Bechl were the six contestants participating in this year's Sodus Queen Contest. Louann Costanza was crowned Miss Sodus 1979. Katin Andres was the 1st runner up and Kim Carlson was the 2nd runner up. Tin- six contestants chose Michelle Rosenberg as Miss Congeniality. 15 Homecoming Activities ay a fl The student senate was very busy in preparing for our annual Homecoming week. Some of our activities were: hat and sock «lav. colors day and slave day. Some of the great highlights of the week were the faculty-student volleyball game, the slave auction, and the ordering of the carnations for the Homecoming game. The combined efforts of the student council helped to make this week a spectacular success. 17 BEAVERS TAME BISON 18 HOMECOMING NIGHT 1978 This year's Homecoming was a huge suc- cess. Following a week long flurry of activi- ties ami school spirit from each class the Beaver team was led to victory over the New Buffalo Bisons. The final score was 28- 0. The evening included the final judging of the class floats, which followed the Home- coming theme of How the Beavers Won the West. The Grade Prize winner was the freshman float which displayed the idea The Beavers Train the Bisons. Half lime activities included a perform- ance by the hand and the selection of Homecoming King. Jeff Garland and Queen. Sheri Osborn. This year's underclassman representa- tives were: 8th grade — David Dohm and Penny Watkins, freshmen — Mike and Michelle Bonebrighl. sophomores — Kevin Gatchcll and Kathy Molter. juniors — John Hopkins and Kay Krieger. Senior candidates for king and queen were: Kathy Andres and Jeff Juergcnsen, Beth Hicks and Jimmy Lcitz. Eileen King and Ken Hughes. Bonita McAfee and Kevin Mitchell. Ouann Costanza and Mark Vladic. Randy Rowady and Ken Zielke. Lori Dustin and Steve Nichols. Robin Schlipp and Tim Garrison. Carol Aldrich and Jon Ertman. Linda Feltner and Kevin Reed. Ronda San Cartier and Daryll Davis. Jackie Adams and Butch Price. Nancy Falter and David Bishop. Karen Jarvis and Jay Merrill. After the game a victory dance was held to conclude the Homecoming Week activi- ties. The dance was disco style and featured Octave. 19 First rou Irfi to right David Dohm. Tim Moltrr. Jeff Garland. Johnny Classman. Kent Hardin. Strand row: Lisa Blankenship, Louann Costanza. Beth Blunicr, Randy Rowady. Lori Morriral. Lori Prohst. Third rou : Edie Bishop. Pam Bergan. Chris Ertman. Debbie James. Penny Watkins. Tami Doherstein. Judy Holt. Lori Trowbridge. 20 First mu left to right Lorrecn James. Edic Bishop. Lori Roth. Pam Bergan. Louann Costanza. Carla Hahn. Patt Dcmski. Natalie Zicms. Second rou: Rich Saw or. Jim- Hanko. John Hopkins. Mikr Now man. Mikr Krcmers. Jeff Ricketts. Third rou. John Souers. Brian Ratter. Ken Hughes. Kent Hardin. Don Geisler. Erie Lange. Fourth rou : Rirh Loraff. Curtis Bolton. Johnnx Classman. John Moore. Dave Dustin. Frank MrCain. Fifth rou : Dan Schoene. Dave Gm hran. Keith Akrighl. Sieve Nichols. Bill Teiehman. Jeff Jurrgcnsen. First mu Eil right. Paulette Giwan. Linda Giwan. Rosila Pritchard. Valerie Williams. Keith Oman. John Clark. Second mu: Rita Mur pin. Angie McAfee. Pat Murph). Bonita McAfiv. Linda Minin-. Ros Crandliern. Yvonne Adams, Sheila Mason. Third mu : Carl Smith. Dale Lanier. Lonnie Mitchell. Da e Yiverettc. John Moore. Curtis Bolton. Rand) 22 Crandiicrr . Jackie Williams. RimI Mason. Ton Hughes. 23 hr« rou left to right: Jerry Rinehart. Joan Millis. Joyce Wright, Linda Cowan. Beckie Eichler. Second rou: Marlene Spletzer. Kristi Blackwood. Paulette Cowan. Mike Leite Third rou. Mr. Down. 1st nni : Yvonne Adams. Jim b it . 2rui mu: Kari-n Jam-. Sheila Mason. Kim Rumluugh. Beth Hieks, Judy Holt. b ri Trowbridge. Kim Carlson. 3rd mu : Pam Molter. Naney Faher. Sherri Miller. Romla San (Cartier. Linda Moore. Steve Foster. Mark Vladie. 4th mu Wendy Horie. Kathy Andres. Rosie Grandberrv. 5th rou Ken Zielke. Pat McCarthy. Dehhie Gmrieh. Jeff Juergensen. Steve Niehols. Steve Hill. f th mu Brian Ratter. G nnie Buehhorn. Tammi Gatehell. 7th rou : David Bishop. Jay Merril, Jaekie Adams. 8th mu Brian CuiMmtI. Rohm Sehlipp. Mike Feeho. I.ouann Coslanza. Chuek Gilson. Shared Time Students: Ahoxr Lrfl: Standing: Leslie Miehael. Denise Zimmerle. Tina Eaton. Sitting Carol Cahoon. Theresa Hawkins. Rrlou Is t. First rou Jill Westerhoven. Beeky Collin . Beth Blunier. Sherri Garland. Darlene Skihbe. Srcorul mu Frank Ball. Bart Stoekman, Ron Gunn. Dave Kiggin . Fourth rou Dave Haueh. l arry Davis. Boh Bennett. Above Rinhl Standing Mike but . Jeff Garland. John Classman. Sitting: al Tillstrom. Kathv Wolske. 24 First rou. left to npht: Wayne Masterson. Lori Probst, Lori Morrical. Eileen King. Second rou: Jeff Garland. Frank McCain. Kent Hardin. Ken Zielke. Johnny Classman. Mark Beilman. Ken Hughes. Third rou : Melod Whitman. Edie Bishop. Patty Demski. Jo Walker. Anita Dohm. Natalie Ziems. Beth Blunier. Sheri Osborn. Miss Schilling. Not pictured: Lonny Probst. Lori Roth. Kevin Reed. Dave Mottl. 25 Fini rou . left to right: Anita Dohm, Kim Durham. Sally Adams, Teresa Michael, Patty Michael. Sissi James. Pam Bcrgan. Second row: Melinda Flowers. Joy Walker. Natalie Ziems, Joyce Otic, Kathy Dickerson, Kym Parritt, Edie Bishop. Debbie James. Third rou: Mr. FI age I. Brian Ratter. Jeff Juergensen. Johnny Classman. Kent Hardin. F.C.A. Thr purpose of the Fellowship: To eonfront athletes and coaches, and through them the youth of the nation, with the challenge and adventure of accepting Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, Participating in his church and serving Him through our vocations.” Our local Huddle is marie , f 1 1 r male athletes who have as their goal the same a that of the national FCA. 27 19007674 Lrftlo nphi Rands Rowad). Darlene Ski bln . Jackie Adams. Kileen Becht and Carla Hahn. Not pictured: kath Wolske. QUIZ BOWL The F2an Claire 1978-79 High School ’ Quiz Bowl” team consisted of a four member panel and two alternates. The four member panel con- sisted of seniors Carla Hahn. Katin Wolske, Jackie Adams, and Kileer. Becht. The two alternates were seniors Rands Rowadv and Darlene Skibbe. In the first round of competition. Eau Claire defeated Niles. With that win. the team went to the quarter finals where they were upset by Michigan Lutheran. In the second ’’Quiz Bowl” round we were soundly defeated by the Coloma ’’Quiz Bowl” team. Overall, the Quiz Bowl” team had an exciting sear. Thes were able to bring home a victory over last sear’s co-defending champions from Niles. 28 29 First row left to right Robin Schlipp. Beth Ratter. Kim Carlson. Denise Pierce. Karen Jarvis. Lisa Hemminger, Denise Rankin. Colleen Uphues. Second row: al Rathgeb. Hidee Silverwood. Shaun Herman. Kim Vladic. Laurie Lambrecht. Carol Aldrich. Joy Rcshke. Laura Uphues. Kelly Coffeen, Denise Clem. Third row: Stacy Dunbar. Darcy Dustin. Laura Ellis. Rosie Karn, Brian Lange. Brian Ratter. Keith Akright. Larry Sours. Brad Dohm. Roy Whitman, Scott Pullins. Fourth rou Ramhir Pullins. Sissy James. icki Molter. Melinda Flowers. Kim Durham, Sally Adams. Rhonda Prillwil , Reliecca Collins, Ken Reshke. Tammy Dohm. Renae Collins, Darlene Skiht e. Fifth row: Steve Skibbc. Randy Sehlipp. Tony Hugh es, Doug Adams. Mike Bonehright. Mike Peterson. 30 The High School Band proudly represents the school and commu- nity not onl at home football games, basketball games, and concerts, blit also at Festivals and the Blossom Parade. As the major preform- ing arts organization of the schools, the Band strives for excellence in performance and appearance. Major riles, left to right: Colleen Uphues, Denise Bankin. I.isa Heminger. Flag Corps, left lo right: Kim Carlson, Robin Schlipp. Beth Ratter. Denise Pierre, Karen Jarvis. Choir The Eau Claire Choir had a successful year. They performed at the Winter Concert, Mid-W inter Concert, Pops and Awards Concert, and Baccalaureate. The money raised at the concert went toward a scholarship fund to send band and choir students to Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. They also raised money for new choir robes by selling candles and citrus fruit. 1st row: John Classman. Mike Bonebright. 2nd row: Mr. Petersen. Debbie Cooper. Yvonne Adams. Laurie Lambrecht. Diann Burrow. Cathy Dickerson. Kym Parritt. Daw n Burrow . Hidee Silverwood. Rosalie Karri. 3rd row: Michelle Bonebright. Pat Murphy. Kim Durham. Vicki Molter, Virginia Gonzalez. Teresa Michael. Sara Wagner. Renar Collins. Natalie Ziems. 4th row: Carol Aldrich. Cindy Jewell. Kathy Molter. Virginia Martin. Diana Bearden. Patty Michael. Valerie Williams, Bambie Pullins, Joyce Ott. Holly Lancaster. Not pictured: Joy Walker. 32 Fir l row. left t« right: Lor, Bullrr. Thcrcsc Bfrkrr. Donna Elston, David Dustin. Louann Cosunza. Jackin Adams. Brian Ratter. Laurie Trowbridge. Lori Roth. Patty Demski. Jeff Garland. Second row: Edit- Bishop. Marlene Spleizer. Loreen James. Sally Adamsjoan Millis. Ranch Rowady, Bonita McAfee. Denise Rankin. HONOR SOCIETY On April 26, 1979. the annual Honors Night was held. It was a night that the 19 8-79 members of the National Honor Society had worked for all year by selling calendars and holding bake sales. They did a great job in making it an especially proud night for all the new inducted members. That night, the Eau Claire High School Blossomland Chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 15 new members. They are Patricia Demski — President. David Dustin — Vice President, Mar- lene Spletzer — Secretary. Exlie Bishop — Treasurer, Sally Adams, Lorreen James. Denise Rankin. Lx ri Roth. Joan Millis. Rich Lx raff. Brian Ratter, Andrew Steinke, Bonita McAfee, Darlene Skibbe, and Laurie Trowbridge. 33 ASSEMBLIES 34 36 37 ALWAYS AND FOREVER The 1979 Eau Claire High School prom was hclil on May 19 at the St. Joe Elk's Club. The theme. Always and Forever was carried through by using glasses and prom books with the theme inscribed on them. Prom Royalty for 1979 was Linda Felt- nerand Jeff Juergonsen. Co-chairmen Natalie Ziems and Sherri Garland made it an enjoyable evening. These two people, w ith the help of the prom committee, engaged the liand and planned the evening's festivities. 38 3zdingi of. . 3 zu±tzation 39 FACULTY — Pages 39-50 Class of 1979 Our best wishes to you at the completion of your basic school experience. This book, with pictures of friends and activities of your high school days, will provide you with many fond memories. In the future as you turn these pages and reminisce you will remember when. The main purpose of your basic school experiences, though, has been to provide you with many meaningful experiences which will equip you to better face a very practical world. Among the many important results of your first thirteen years of education should be the following. 1) A certain competence in the basic skills. 2) The ability to think straight and to distinguish between fact and propoganda. 3) A respect for the other person’s rights, and 4) the courage to hold fast to that w hich is good w hile working hard to change that which is bad. William J. Horie As we pause annually to reflect on the passing of the school year, it always becomes a source of inspiration to me. The 1978-79 High School student body is a fine group of oung people and I am justly proud of each of you. Continue your efforts towards self- elevation. and achievement and rewards and success will be yours in the future. e ve hurried through these past four years without stopping to see how wonderful they were meant to be. I o all of you. best wishes for a happy and profitable lib . John A. Laskarides 41 Mrs. Jewell Mr. Kime Mrs. Popke Mr. Ferry 42 TEACHERS OF 1978-1979 Mr. Shoop Mrs. Wallen Miss Schilling Mr. Holm . MilK ' o Mr. Chisek Mr. Richardson Mr. Flagcl Mr. Bomke Mr. Gohlke Left: Mr. Pica Mrs. Horie Mr. Down Mr. Sawatzki Mrs. Gri« s« r Miss VanTuyle 45 Mr. Gr t nhav Mr. Grav Mr. Prillwitz Mr. D ja Mrs. Greenhaw 48 Custodians: Mr. Styles, Mr. Bligh- ton, Mr. Enders, Mrs. Malloy. Cooks: Belotv: Sitting: Mrs. Bekizo; Mrs. Davis: Mrs. Bligh- ton. Standing: Mrs. Karn: Mrs. Franks: Mrs. Adams: Mrs. Fecho: Mrs. Bailey: Mrs. West- lake. 50 SENIORS —Pages 51-72 SENIOR PERSONALITIES Cia� Flirts: Mark Vladir and l.miann Costanza Class Night Owls: Steve Foster and Kathy Andres I Best All-Around: Jeff Garland and Kathy Wier 52 53 Mosi Alhlolio: Koxin Mitrholland Krisli Blarkwood Above: Mosi Gullildo — Chuok Gilson and Cimly Roimer Brlou Mosi Sh — Loon Clrm and Pam Molior Class Clowns: Darry l Davis and Yvonno Adams 54 Book norms: John Semper! and Kathy Wolske Class Cabbies: Ken Resrhke and l.inda Moore Best Dressed: Ivan Priee and Bonita MeAfer Class Hard Guys: Tim Garrison and Pat Murphy 55 VALEDICTORIAN My four years of high school were educational, hut also very enjoyable. The teac hers and coac hes were excellent instructors who were willing to help in all situations and took the time to care . I will now he attending Western Michigan University, possihl) majoring in data processing. I know that I, personali) will he able to look back at my high school years with Eau Claire and recall the many memories with pride - I pray every other Eau Claire student will be able to do the same! Lori Butler « ■ SALUTATORIAN I've had four memorable years at Eau Claire High Sc hool. The teachers have been more than educators, they have been friends. I plan to attend college in the future and my major will be busi- ness. I wish the best of luc k to all my c lassmate's in their future years and may the old Eau Claire pride live on. Carla Hahn 59 60 Jeff Garland Tamra Gatchell Timothy Garrison Chuck Gilson Carla Hahn Nano Harasewicz Linda Fell ner Sieve Fcrrcn Steve Foster v � Andy Fahcr Nancy Faher Michael Fecho 65 NOT PICTI'RED Yvonne Ailains Yvonne Basic) Gar Baughman Frank Bcilinan Dchliic Rlankenshi| Kcrion Fairlwnks Cathv Gonzaaliv Isa (imiic . Bosic Gramllicrrv Sieve Hill Blinmla I ani| Pal MiGarlhv laiiiricTr� v� liriiljsc Kenneth Wanl Jill WiNicrhoven Diane Williams Kalliv Wolsk) 68 70 Adams. Jaekie: (llieerlejder rolling (Jieerleailrr BjihI F'ljjr Si pud Bj.kellull Manager National Honor Sim iel Mi � Kaii ( '.lain Prom ( jommillii' Omi|I Hoiiii- oiniii : Candidate Adams. wnitte: Ba-keilwll Pep Cluh Urn Clul. Drama Prom ( iommillif (.ii-np Graduation Committee Aldrich, Carol: BjiiiI Choir Homi'i oiniii}! Candidate Flower ('.ommitler Color Committee Ba-k.ilull F.C.A. P l Clul Prom Committee Mu-iral Andres. Kalin: Ila-- N-« retan Final Committee Drama Prom Chairman Co-o|i Home. non n je Candidate Basl . 'I Minne: Trji k Choir iim ‘ A i«i« Baughman. Gar : Ba� ketlull Batishke. Douglas: F.M.ihall Berht. Kileen: Trail Footlull Stali'liiian Girl� Stale Ba. ■ alau reale Committee Din T. jiii Cjptjin Becker. Therose: N.H.S. F.n li'h Ward N M S Ihinkk.'.-|.in War.! VH .S. T. i. In r ide O ilman. 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(uii.ImIjI.- 4 X .-jrl..M.k 4 N.-w |U|M-r 4 Co-n|. 4 72 73 UNDERCLASSMEN — Pages 73-86 Sall Adams krith Akrighi Tina Andrreon Frank Ball Lisa Ik ilman Pam Brrgjn Edit Bishop Brth Blunicr Andy Ch •m Daxr Gx-hran Bivky Gxllins Rosi' Collins Jim Comnr Linda Cowan Rhonda Draton Pally Dmiski Linda Drwry CLASS OF 74 Anita Dohm Ted Dougla Mike Dowell Anna Duenez Kim Durham Dave Dustin Mike Ealey B -« k Eiohler Ron Emhoff Bill Estep Ton Fonseea Sherri Garland Don Geisler Johnnv Classman 75 Ron Gunn Kent H.mlm Mark Hanncrs I a «• Haueh John Hopkins Charles Jam« Lorreen Jam« Rosalie Karn Dave Ki ins Mike Kremers Ka Kriegrr laiurie (.amhreeht Brenda Lancaster Eric lanp- Dale Lanier Miko la-it Hi h latraff Wavne Mastcrson Jeff MalllHT Frank McCain Mar Ann M Carth la slie Michael Ruth Ann Midkiff Rohin Post Denise Rankin Val Ralhgeh Jeff Rieketts Bryan Rosenluum 76 Lori Roth Rich Sawyer Mike Srhilke Dan Schoene John Souers Marlene Splelzer Jamie Stover Phillis Strasser Bill Teichman Val Tillstrom Liura Uphues Marlene Waldrop Joy Walker Anthony Ward John Whitehead Melody Whitman Joyce Wright Natalie Ziems 77 CLASS OF Mark Andn s Ron Baskins Kari Bauske Greg Beilman Jerry Bennett Richard Blighton Sroll Bridwell Pam Br(H)ks Bryan Brown Don Brumley Frank Buehhorn Diann Burrow John Cahoon Duane Carlson Renae Collins Dieanna Cor .ine Sherry Davis Kim Demske Kathy Dic kerson Brad Dohm 78 Sur Dohm Tammy Dohm Keith Douglas R« gina Ealey Wes Eichler Dori Faher Tim Faher Missy Fairbanks Mario Fonseca Roger Frochlieh Kenny Garland Jerry Garrison Kevin Gatehell Jerry Glassman Victor Gonzalez Jerry Grajauski- Ricky Grandlicrry Jeff Harris Barh Hartman Keith Hartman Lisa Heminger Debbie James Cindy Jewel Ronnie Joyner Barb Kiggins Julie Krone Bryan Krugh Lorrelta Kubliek Valerie Kugle Chris Kulovit 79 Hoik I a m aster Brain lange Barb I Steve Limlhorst John Lineberry Sroll Maslerson Angie McAfee Churk MrCain Kalh Michael Teresa Michael Ladonna Midkiff Beth Miller Lonnie Milehell Kath Moller John Moor� 1 Lori Morrieal Rita Murphy Bill Nichols Alan Nimt Ja Oil Joyce Otte larry Overton Denise Pierce lairi Prohst Seott Pullins Nora Ramirez Karl Rathgeh Beth Ratter Joy Reschke Jerry Rinehart 80 Jimim Rodgers Richard Ross Bonnie Schoene Gary Scars Rory Sells Kim Siler Hidee Silverwood Sieve Skd be tarry Souers Henry Trail Colleen Uphues Dttvid Viverciie Not pictured: Janu s Armstrong Leon Ball Dearl Feldton Steve Hugh es Mike Mason Rod Mason Greg McAfee Bob Post Rosita Pritchard Duane Rogers DougTennison Judy Voit Vaughn Wolf Barb Young Sammy Young Anthony Cooper 81 Sarah Ahliolt Doug Adams Greg Bailey Harold Wayne Kail Diana Bearden Karen Becker Chris Beilman Lisa Blankenship Rani Blighton Brell Blunier Mike Bonehright Michelle Bonehright Joe Brumley Clifford Clayton Greg Clark 82 John Clark Denise Clem D nnis Clem Kelly Coffeen Koxann Coslanza Debbie Cooper Ted Davis Roy Daugherty Lori Dislerheft Stacy Dunbar Darcy Dustin Laura Ellis Don Elston Christine Ertman Stoncv Ferguson Boh Fortune Eric Garland Jane Groenke Mike Groenke Mot Pictured: Tome Buenrostro Jim [Van Virginia Gonzalez Debbie James Tom Peppel Debra Rudowske Irma Trinidad Willie Wright Patricia Young Lynn Flipp 83 Kym Parrill Rhonda Prillwitz Ron Rathgcb Tammy Ratliff Connie Ricketts Mike Sehaenfeld Randy Schlipp Brent Silvenvood Carl Smith Tammi Smith Bill South Ruth Ann Trail Tom Uphues Kim Vladic Roy VI hitman Jackie Williams Valerie Williams Matt Wolske Jerry Young Cathy Zeis 85 Front rou left to right T. Garrison. M. Vladie. J. Moor� , F. Beilman, R. Loraff. F. McCain. J. Rickclls, J. Classman, J. Juergensen. Middle rote: C. Bolton, J. Hopkins. M. K K. Hughes. D. Bishop. I). Schoene. B. Oliver. M. Newman. A. Clem. Bark rou W. Becht, K. Mitchell. K. Hardin. J. Watkins. E. Linge, B. Hamer, L. Clem, J. Sempert. The 78 Varsity Fight in' Beavers experi- enced the best football season Eau Claire has seen in six years. Our squad tied for 2nd in the Bed Arrow Conference. The Beavers also held the distinction of being the only conference team to defeat Waterv- liel, the final score being 13-12. The Bea- vers continually demonstrated throughout the season their fighting desire to never give up. Against LaLumierc in our opening game, Fau Claire came from behind to win 20 to 14, and against Bridgman the Beavers scored 2 touchdowns in less than 2 minutes defeating them 28 to 24. Even in the sea- son's losses, the Beavers put on outstanding second-half comeback performances. Several members of the gridiron squad received all-conference acclaim. First team selections were: John Classman, at center, Curtis Bolton at halfback, and Brian Harrier at defensive back. Captains: J. Juergensen, T. Garrison. K. Hughes, F. Beilman. 88 89 90 91 . -r , • '. . i . wW?, „ • firs row left to right: Lonnie Milrhell. Ron Baskin. Matt Wolskc, Bob Fortune. Second row: Mike Boncbright. Carl Smith. E l Hernandez. Mike Groenke, Wayne Ball. Mike Mason. Third row: Mr. Chisek. Mike Blighton, Erie Garland. Rick Grandberry. Brian Lange. Bill Estep, Doug Adams. Mr. Holgren. 92 93 94 11 GIRL’S BASKETBALL This year's team record was a disappointment to both the coach and the girls. After a 21 game season, the team finished 2-19, their biggest handicap being inexperience. Despite this, the girls' attitude was good. Kristi set a new school record. 30 rebounds in one game. Lori James was the leader in free throws; Lori Butler, most improved player; and Marlene, most valuable player. Kristi also won the Super Beaver Hustle Award. V. 95 Fnmi mu. Jm Rix-hkr. 1 jurj Ellis, Bonnie Srhornr. Mirhrllr Bonrbright. Bark mu Rita Murphv. Angie MrAf« e. Kim Vladie. Virki Molter. 98 99 Standing left to npht: Gar Baughman, managrr; Kevin Mitchell; Ken Rcschke; Don Buzzy Geisler; Bill Teiehman; Dave Mottl; Jeff Garland; Coach Dave Gray. Kneelinp: Ricky Grandberry. Mark Vladic. Tim Garrison. Mike Newman, Wayne Maslcrson. JUST A LITTLE INCONVENIENCE Nine of eleven players on ihe varsity suffered injuries that pre- vented them from playing one or more games. With the closing of the Middle School, fewer facilities meant practicing at limes ranging anywhere from 2:30 in the afternoon to 10:30 at night. Add to this list typical things that go wrong during any season and one wonders how the Beavers did it. Yet, finish in the Red Arrow. They had the conference’s second leading scorer in Don Geisler. They finished with the third best defensive average in the area. They made the town of Eau Claire into Beaver Believers’’ once more. They gradu- ate some fine seniors in Tim Garrison, Kevin Mitchell, Ken Reschke, Mark Vladic, Jeff Garland and Dave Mottl, yet they return six lettermen, including the number one and two scorers on the team and the number one and two rebounders. Although next season hopes to be better, in spite of just a little inconvenience”, it was a very good year. 100 Captains for 1978-79 season: Mark Vladic, Don Geisler. Not pictured: Kevin Mit hell. In li iflual Award Winners R l free throw shooter— Don Geisler Best rebounder — Don Geisler Best passer— Mark Yladir Best defensive player— Bill Teiehman Best offensive player— Don Grisler Best Hustler Kevin N1it« hell Most valuable player— Don Geisler Most improved player Mark Vladu Most eoaehalde player — Jeff Garland VICTORY FOR VARSITY 102 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL The 1978-79 Junior Varsity basketball season was a roller roaster ride whieh gave many fans, parents, ami players a memorable trip. December saw our team go from 1-5 mark to Holiday Champions at the Bangor Tourney. January was our best month. Our reeord was 4-2 with victories over Edwardsburg. New Buffalo. Michigan Lutheran, and Waterv- liet. February was the end of the’ ride. We won two of our first three, but then lost John Classman to the Varsity. Our last three games were losses, but the boys never |uit trying. Our season record was 9-11. Leading scorers were Steve Hughes (11.8) and Mike Kremers (10.6). Jim Rodgers and Jeff Watkins led the team defensively, while John Classman was our floor general. Many of these young men hold keys to our Varsity team’s success in the next few years. 103 104 Standing left to right CWh Erie Cohlkr. C«H Soiilh. Ad m . E k CarUnd. R Whrfma , Tr� Kneeling Wall W«ddk. jarfck Ad� � � .' M u Uiie Gro� nkr. Brrtil SiK -rwood. Phil Otborn. FRESHMAN BASKETBALL Tito ninth grad - hathrthall Itaun finitltod tha- aar at 11 Tito) aw-rajtod W.5 |x«nl a fiJW. white- alteaxin Ofll) 4'iiJ | inlt a a� to to b - Httmi again� ) tha-rn, Tito) trer winner «( lb� Banga T TwraMMlI and lit - Ka-aj Arr � Conference. Tito Itam � at mad ' Ufa of a fin - gr auja tA yaaung «ton � W aw willing to xofi hard, baath in llto daMMwm and faraaitoa- in aarafer to obtain tha- gaaaU tha-) had tot faar thrmtdin. It � at a good aar and a lot ad tun. GaaahGahlG Staruling. left to right. Coach Toni Fern. Bill Estep, Da e Coehran. Dave Dustin. Tod Davis. Erie Lange. Rich Sawyer. Dan Schoene. Boh Fortune, Joe Young. Coach Cr« g Chisek Kneeling: Mike Whitehead. Jim Hank� � . Ri� -h Loraff. John Hopkins. Ted Douglas, Chink McCain. Frank McCain. Sitting. Jim Hanko, La •on Ball. Brian Middleton. E.C.H.S. WRESTLING A SUCCESS Our wrestling team achieved several notable team and individual successes this past season. The Bca crs finished the year with a 10- 10 dual record, were 2nd place in the Red Arrow Conference, and consistently placed in the upper half of the team scoring when they were in tournament competition. The highlight of the season was a third place finish in the Brandywine District. Indivielually, several records were surpasses! which incltiele ei seven freshman, eleven jun- ior, and six school marks. Also, six me mbers e f the te am qualified for regional competition. Special awards and the team members to whom they were given are as follows: Most Improved — Dan Sehoe ne ; Me st Aggressive — Frank McCain: Ce� -Me� st Valuable Rich Loraff anel John He pkins; G -Ae aele mie — Joe Hanko anel Frank McCain; Most Pins Je� hn Hopkins. Captains fe r this ye ar's sepiad we re Je e Hankei, Rieh Loraff, and John Hopkins. The wre stle rs with the ir res| ective wins, losses, ties anel te tal numbe r e f pins are as fedletws: Bryan Middleton 0-7-1; Jim Hanko 32-4-1 (15): Mike White head 5-13 (3); Chuck Me Cain 13-15 (3): Frank Ball 4-13 (3): Je e Hanko 29-7 (6): Bill Fsle p 0-6; Te el Demglas 2-4 (2); Frank McCain 20-9 (13); Rie h Loraff 24-10 (10): Dave Ce chran 7-7-1 (2); Jame s Armstrong 1-3 (1); John Hopkins 34-6 (1 ); Dave Dustin 1-6 (1); Dan Se he� e ne 25-11 (9); Bob Fortune 10- 20 (2); Te el Davis 3-9 (2); anel Rie h Sawye r 8-9 (7); Jen Young 0-4; anel Erie- Lange 3-16 (2). 109 Varsity Cheerleaders This year s squad consisted of eight cheerleaders as opposed to six in previous years. Seniors on this year's squad were: Sheri Osborn, Bonita McAfee, Patricia Murphy. Robin Schlipp, and Louann G� s- tanza. The squad was involved in a variety of activities during the season. By sponsoring bake sales, selling pom poms and spirit stickers, they were able to purchase coats for their football and basketball uni- forms. 1 JV CHEERLEADERS SPARK SPIRIT I Mount. Top: Sue Dohm, Second row: Kath Dickerson, Hi Dee Sil erv M d. Joyce Olte. Third row Teresa Michael. Boiiom Rita Murphy. Left to right: HiDce Silverwood, Teresa Michael. Joyce Otte. Kalh Dickerson, and Rita Murphy. 112 FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS DEMONSTRATE ENTHUSIASM Cheerleaders for this year were: Kym Parrill. Kim Vladic, Darcy Dustin. Christi Lancaster. Vicki Molter. and Denise Clem. ( i E.C.H.S. WRESTLING CHEERLEAD- ERS SUPPORT TEAM IN MANY WAYS! 116 117 firs rote. left to right Joyce W right. Pam Muller, Joyrv Otic. Marta Hayduk. Dicanna Corzinc. Kathy Moltrr. Second rvu: Pam Berdan. Patty Michael, Paulette Conan. Bonita McAfee. Patricia Murphy. Teresa Michael. Angie M« Afre, Rita Murphy. Third rvu Curti� Bolton. John Minin-. Lonnie Mitchell. Bart Stockman. Steve Skihtic. Ed Hernandez. Tony Hughes. Fourth nm Noll Ma-trrson. Kiehler. Brent Silvemoud. Dale Lanier. Steve Hug ho. Fifth nm Coach Eric Gohlke. Kent Hanlin. David Vi veret te. Not pictured: Kevin Mitchell. Giaeh Pam Ymmg. Gucli Jerry Mitchell. GIRLS TRACK SENDS 1 TO STATE Tin- Beaver girl s track team was 5-5 overall with a 4-4 conference reconl and a fourth place finish overall. Although the team was small they worked liartl and showed great improvement in many events over the course of tile year. Some of the girls improved so much that five school records were broken this year. Four individuals broke five school records for the girl s team this year: Pam Mollcr in the mile anti two mile, Kathy Molter in the 880. Angie McAfee in the 220 yartl low hurdles, anti Rita Murphy in the shot pul. This year also marks the end of the road, hut in a sense the Itegin- ning. for four senior girls to whom 1 wish all the luck in the world. I am proud to have liecn their coach anti have enjoyt'd the many hours of practice time we have s|h iiI together. G hmI luck to Pam Molter, Bonita McAfee. Pam Murphy, anti Paulette Cowan, who have made this seastut one to rememlier. 118 Standing, left to right J.-ff Jurrgonsrn. Mike Newman. Mike Groenke. Way nr Masterson. Mikr Kronen . Kevin Mitrhrll. Sroll Masterson. Coaeh Flagel, Timm Flagel. Knrrling l)a i«l Bishop. DaveCoehran. Jim Ro(iger . Butch Prier. Rich I,� raff. VARSITY BASEBALL This 1979 hast hall season included many new adventures, high- lights, accomplishments, and disappointments for the Eau Claire Beavers. The team spent spring vacation in North Carolina where we enjoyed whitewater canoe anti raft trips, famous Sliding Rock, and baseball games against the Asheville SehtH l anti Christ School. The Beavers overall record of 10-7 was the first winning season in many years at Eau Claire. Of those seven losses, five were by one or two runs. We finished in third place in the Red Arrow Conference with a 9-5 record. Our seasonal highpoint was defeating Berrien Springs, 2-0 and 12-3, in a doubleheader. Mike Krcmers anti Wayne Masterson were placed on the Red Arrow All Conference team. Dave Cochran, Jeff Juergensen. Rich Loraff. Mike Newman, anti Butch Price math Honorable Mention. Team statistic leaders were: Mike New man hitting .354 anti Dave Bishop hitting .304; Rich Loraff with 22 walks; Jeff J uergensen with nine sacrifice bunts; Butch Price with nine stolen bases; anti Wayne and Scott Masterson each with four pitching victories. Sophomore Jim Rodgers helped the varsity with his consistent play this season. Also. Edit Bishop as st orekeeper and Timmy Flagel as bat boy, contributed greatly to this year's program. 121 122 Karelin : Bonnie Schoene. Lisa Beilman. Miss) Fairbanks. Regina Fairy. Sally Adams. Carla Hahn. Siandin : Darlene Skibbe. Melinda Flowers. Kristi Blackwood. Loreen James, Lori Butler. Coach Kime. Rebuilding from ihe loss of nine gradu- ated seniors, the Beaver Softballers devel- oped steadily over the course of the season. Buoyed by blithe spirits, the gracious and garrulous gals met and challenged tough competition all season long. The record speaks for itself — 1-18 — and the message conveys the agonies of defeat. But the hope is for the future; and next year, and the year after, the message will become the thrill of victory as this year’s voting and inexperienced players become tough and tested veterans. Highlights of softball-79 include: A — The single victory against Class A Benton Harbor. B — The steady, close-played pre-district game against Cassopolis. C — The selection of Carla Hahn to All- Gmference Softball Team. D — The gutty and gritty Junior Varsity team and their 5-6 season against Class A and B schools. 125 Uft to right, front nw: Virki Moller. Kim Vlaair, Virginia Gonzalez. Shawn Herman, Beth Blunier, Dori Fahor. Bark row: I jura Ellis. Chris Ertman, Kym Parrill, Denise Pierre, Michelle Bonchright. Coach Run ll org. J.V. SOFTBALL Led into competition by Coach Rundhorg, the Beaver JV’s battled with pride and aggression against strong class A and B teams. The players were eager, learned quickly, gained vital experience and pointed toward the future. Eau Claire softball is on the move. They finished with the season record of 1-6. 126 Stomling, left to right: Mr. Rirhanison. Dancy Dustin. Marlene Spletzer, D ri Buller. Pally Demski. Erie Garland. Bill Niehols, Kevin Re« d. Jeff Garland. Kneeling: Roxann Cos- lanza. Kalhy Wier. Frank Buehhorn, Lori Rolh. Mike Dowell. John Classman. Virtor Gonzalez. VARSITY TENNIS The 1979 Eau Clairr tennis tram finished the year with a four and right win-loss m orel. This record reflects the time and effort put in by each member of the team. The teams schedule was unique this year due to the type of matches scheduled: Six varsity matches, four junior varsity matches, and two all girl matches. This schedule allowed all of the members on the team to actively compete in several matches. The year ended with a fine showing of Eau Claire in the tennis regionals held in Niles. John Classman, the number one singles player for our team, reached the quarter-finals before falling to the number one seed of the tournament. Kevin Reed and Mike Dowell, the number one doubles team, Marlene Spletzer and Kathy Wier, the second doubles team, along with the third doubles, Patty Demski and Iori Roth, all won their first round in the meet. The team will be losing several excellent players this year: Kevin Reed, Jeff Garland, lx ri Butler, and Kathy Wier. We will all be sorry to see them leave. The rest of the team is looking forward to an excel- lent season next year. 127 128 129 132 EE ingi of. . . (2uzLO±Ltg EIGHTH GRADE — Pages 133-138 133 First Him — Shrri Andros. David Armstrong. David Ball. la ah Baskins. Rita Boilman. W illiam Borgan. Stovo Brooks. Snorut Ron — Lisa Carr. Loanna Con- lo . Koilh Cowan. Torosa Cor ino. David Dollm. Tami Doln-rstoin. Sandra Diokorson. 77iini Run — Shorri Diokorson. Joo Dominguo . John Domiuguo . Susan Rndors. Gina Krtmau. Tina Krlinan. Douglas h lion. Fourth Rote — Doan Kroohlioh. Torn Kn or. Tom Garland. Fifth Rote — Ronald Gatoholl, Jorrv Homadti, Slovo Hornadoz. Sixth Ron — Jonnv Horio. Violor Hughos. Odolla Jaokson. 134 First Rou — Michelle Juergensen, James Koebel. Karen Kremers, Alana Kunst, Donald Lancaster. Jeffery Lanier. Daren Lay. Second Rote — Karen Lay. Rosa Marin. Steve McAfee. Cindy McCain. Lonnie Moore, Rand) Moore, Vinson Murphy. Third Rou■ — Leon Newsome. Hope Otte, Karen Ott. David Overton. San- dra Faustian. Tom Pepple. Candis Price. Fourth Rou — James Price. Randy Pritchard. Lynn Renfore. Fifth Rou — Charles Ritch. Sherry Rogers. Debby Rudowski. Sixth Rtm — Lora Salas. Dionicio San- chez. Ricky Sayre. 135 137 138 n 139 CLOSING — Pagos 139-146 142 zA [ay t(iz l mozLE± of fJzitzzclaLj zAfz(j£X i23 144 H Vz t(iz zdito z± of 197Q dSzavzz d7a£z± vuould[f zz to tfzan z tfiz following fizofilz foz t(zz tinzz, tafznt, and zffozt tizzy fiut foztlz in fizoduciny tfzC± yzaz '4, Hoolz. dP(2,0tog zafifzg •zStudiotons. — Doniyux dl [amniCna chafer ShJios — fbennii chafer —Hermann dftudioi — fft on c fztrrum i cdf£zafd fPaitadium — fPauf df{ozyan Deam fP otos. —ffad fBaf.£Z Candidi — Dfeoin c ££cl, ffff azfand, ffo nny faamsn ' I Incld zita •DU, £aa CCaiu Boa fCz. ( Wiftiam cdfoziz, diufi£ zinte.nds.nt dHz. ffofn J ai azidzs., fPzincifiaf D e Cau CCaiz£ dfiyf oDcfoof dacufty cdfazd (dVoz z D(l£ dd£CHJ£Z Dafxi 979 dftaff Day foz fPuffidiLny Co. — finz %£% cfty. Dyfiiny — xdVatafu fZismi, dozi D?otf, ffoy QUaff£Z 3cnanas± (Duz Dfd j£ztii.iny fPabiom D!U dtudxnti of Cau Cfaiz£ Df.xS. zdl [i±4 Scfzc£[Cng, dJfdinlzi foz youz (zzdfiz and ±ufifiozt! cdfnita; ISztlz THANKS TO.. . This yearbook is the result of long and. many times, frustrating hours of work. The 1979 staff wanted to make it the best hook possi- ble, and I feel they have succeeded. It records for you this past year's ups and downs, joys and sorrows, beginnings and ends. It holds for you memories of the 1978-1979 year. We. the staff, sincerely hope you enjoy reading it. My thanks go out to all who helped: the advertisers, the photogra- phers, the staff and most of all to you, the students of Eau Claire High School. You make the yearbook possible. Barb Schilling 146 Pages 147-168 1 mm PLAZA ONE HOUR MARTINIZING Bobbie and Clem Hardin — Owners 1015 Napier Benton Harbor Across From Fairplain Plaza Call 926-7545 148 BOWERMAN FUNERAL HOME 7235 First St., Eau Claire Eau Claire, Ml Phone 461 -3241 Call 461 691 I CREATIVE ADVERTISING INC You've Tried the Rest Now Try the Best BLOSSOMLAND FARMER'S MARKET 2904 South State Street St. Joseph, Michigan Telephone 616—983 0691 SAFETY RACING EQUIPMENT, INC. P. O. BOX 72, EAU CLAIRE. MICHIGAN 49111 1985 M 139 Benton Harbor, Ml Daily 10-7 Fruit In or Out of Season Davis Lawn Care YOU GROW IT. WE LL MOW IT! Phone 461-6105 OR 461-3941 DOUG DAVIS 6664 E BERRIEN STREET EAU CLAIRE, Ml 49111 149 Congratulations Class of 79 K-MART Pipestone Rd. Benton Harbor, Ml. K-Mart Is Your Savings Store BENTON HARBOR LOMONACO SUPER MARKET PROMPT COURTEOUS SERVICE Ovality Custom Cut Meats - WKolesole and Retail For Home Use Freezers Groceries Fine Produce NAME BRAND BEER WINES PACKAGE UQUOR 927-2901 OPEN 7 DAYS 8 AM -10 PM 2S48 TERRITORIAL COR OF WELLS BENTON HARBOR BILL SMITH cLwe GolcltaiuH MEN’S 0 WEAR N WEAR FOR THE NAMES YOU KNOW • Arrow Shirts • Van Huesen Shirts • Levi's Jeans Slacks • Farah Slacks • Munsingwear • Florsheim Thom McAn Shoes 1843 Fairplain Plaza • Benton Harbor Compliments of STEVE CLARK SUPER 100 Compliments ot FARM BUREAU OIL CO. Eau Claire, Michigan 150 n Congratulations Class of 79 Compliments of MICHIGAN TUBE DIVISION HOFMANN INDUSTRIES JOHN M. GLASSMAN Box 315 Main St. Eau Claire, Ml 461 6271 LONDON ,, PRIDE rf CLEANERS ct! GILLESPIES of 723 St. Joseph Dr. 79 St. Joseph, Ml 220 State Street St. Joe. Mich. 49085 Clearing and Burning Excavating and Landscaping Basements a Specialty Congratulations Class of 79 Pride and Performance HENRY SCHINSKE HENRY’S CUSTOM DOZER SERVICE THE HANG UP 4820 Old Pipestone Rd. Years of Experience Eau Claire. Mich. 49111 ln “r«d Phone 4616478 Fairplain Plaza Benton Harbor ISI THED J VILLAGE SHOPPE The Place to So for the Names You Know FASTBACK OF MICHIGAN 8941 First St. Baroda, Ml Phone 422-2409 or 422-1917 EAU CLAIRE LUMBER CO. One-Stop Building Materials 461 6981 Eau Claire, Michigan Congratulations IGA STORE IN SODUS Come on Down and Have Fun at Barb Glenn Corner Cue Eau Claire, Ml Billards Plate Lunches Sodus, Michigan 461 6740 461-6125 EAU CLAIRE SPORT VEHICLES, INC. Sales and Service IN SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN Frank James M I40andM-62 Owner Eau Claire 153 rade ines Shopper’s Guides Read by over 100,000 people each week. 461-6941 is your ad number for courteous, helpful service. FOX'S JEWELER'S Fairplain Plaza Benton Harbor, Ml 925-3287 Best Wishes to the Graduating Class of 1979 COOPER CARLSON HEATING A C INC. 6964 Jericho Rd. Stevensville, Ml 49127 Good Luck Seniors From the EAU CLAIRE STUDENT SENATE Jeff Garland Judy Holt Edie Bishop Beth Blunier Louann Costanza Laurie Trowbridge Randy Rowady Kent Hardin John Glassman Pam Bergan Lori Probst Lori Morrical Debbie James Lisa Blankenship Chris Ertman Tim Molter Tammy Doberstein Penny Watkins David Dohm 154 From the Employees of AUTO SPECIALTIES MANUFACTURING COMPANY St. Joseph, Mich. Benton Harbor, Mich. Hartford, Mich. Barberton, Ohio NORM'S BARBER SHOP 4 Barbers Manicurist Complete Hair Styling for Men Women Open Mon.-Fri. 7 am-6 pm Sat Til 4 pm Appointments If Desired 925 0402 1626 Milton Benton Harbor Mim Fecho Construction licensed general contractor Residential Commercial Indjstrial phone 6:6 46l-b 3j VILLAGE PANTRY Congratulations 130 West Napier TUFFY SERVICE Benton Harbor, Ml CENTER Exhaust System 925-6233 Specialists 155 Eau Claire Fruit Exchange Main Street Eau Claire, Ml 491 I I 461-6977 156 Eichler's Body Shop Complete Collision Service In Body Shop Business Since 1954 3800 S. Pipestone Rd. Wes Eichler Sodus, Ml 49126 Owner 927-3797 157 There's More To A Gold Jacket Than Meets The Eye. It's a symbol of achievement. When you see it. you know you re working with a specially trained real estate professional That gold jacket means the wearer has knowl- edge of everything from showing houses to real estate rules and We’re the Neighborhood Professionals.’ regulations. So, for your real estate needs, call CENTURY 21, where a gold jacket is a lot more Century 21 Ziems Red Carpet 429-1518 The Privileges of Liberty Are Obtained by Assuming Responsibility 158 Congratulations Class of 79 PIPESTONE CREEK GOLF COURSE 6768 Naomi Rd. Eau Claire, Ml 49111 RAMONA RECREATION, INC. R.R. No. 5 Box 153 Dowaqiac, Michigan 49047 Schrader's Super Market Berrien Springs, Michigan 471-7759 Congratulations Class of 79 Zinc Aluminum Die Castings Dies • Jigs • Fixtures • Gages Engineering Services HERMEL DIE CASTING CORP. First Street — P.O. Box 205 Eau Claire, Michigan 49111 Tel. 616—441 -6991 160 EAU CLAIRE BEER '-WINE •:LIQUOR • GROCERIES':- ICB INTER-CITY BANK Eau Claire, Ml Mike's Radiator MARATHON and Marathon Service Prescription Farming 3940 M-l 40 Eau Claire, Mich. 491 11 Tel. 616—944-1444 PATRONS Don Sprung Sty leer aft Chevrolet Co. Upholstering Co. 2001 St. Joseph Rd. L D. Huber Berrien Springs, Ml Co. — Jewelry Tel. 616—473-4651 Robins Nest Card Gift Shop PERSONALIZED PATRONS 1. Congratulations to all the seniors from the Eau Claire Yearbook Staff. 2. Congratulations Steven! We are very proud of you and wish you the best of everything. Grandpa and Grandma Paul 3. Jackie Adams: We are very proud and happy for you and wish you the best. Love, Dad; Mom; Sally and Doug 4. Congratulations Jimmy! We appreciate all the hard work and effort you've put forth. We're proud to have you as our son. Best of luck after graduation. We love you. Mom and Dad 5. Tim, You have made us very proud of you, son. The best of everything in your future years. Mom and Dad 6. You're the first, but not the last. Good luck to you and have a blast. Uncle Harry, Aunt Candy and kids. Bambie, Congratulations, you're one of a kind. Always be yourself. We love you. Dad Mom. Congratulations, Bambie, a very special girl. Grandpa Grandma. Congratulations, go ahead for more. Aunt Nita 7. Congratulations to our daughter Dawn for her great success for the year of 79 . Love Daddy Sarah 8. To Kim Rumbaugh: We are so very proud of you, congratulations. Love, Mom Dad 9. Congratulations, Lori Dustin. Thanks for the give and take without keeping score. We celebrate your joy. Love, Mom; Dad; David; Darcy 10. Being the parents of Linda Jean Moore has really been a successful parenthood for us, especially throughout her senior year. Knowing that Linda cared about her school grades and also her future really made us extremely happy. Mr. and Mrs. John H. Moore and family I I. Congratulations, Jeff Garland. Love, Mom; Dad; and family 12. Congratulations, Ranay, we love you. Mom and Dad 13. Congratulations Eilene, Love and best wishes for the future. Love, Mom; Pam; Jeff and Doug 14. Congratulations Tammy Gatchell, from Mom, Dad and family 15. Congratulations, Jody, as Miss Eau Claire you have represented your community very well. Dad and I are very proud of you. 16. Congratulations, Darlene. Mom, Dad, Steve, Karen, and Rusty 17. Congratulations, Butch, you have made us very proud of you. Best of luck and happiness in the future. Love, Mom and Dad 18. Jill, we are very happy for you in your graduation year and proud that you are preparing yourself for a career in Cosmetology. We extend our good wishes and congratulations to you, your friends, and the entire graduating class. 163 164 The time will come to say your good-byes and also your hellos to the outside world. Some shall be confused and bewildered as to which way they should go. Few will know what they really want to do. The rest might find out, some- how or someway. But all of you shall succeed whether it's what others believe is success or not. 168