Farmington High School - Student Yearbook (Farmington, CT)

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CLYDE WENDELL PROCH He if a tirelerr talker with hath wit and humor. Conservation Club 3, 4, Chefs Club 4, Spanish Club 5, Minstrel 4, Humming Boyds 5g Choir 3, 4, All State Chorus 4, Assistant Business Man- ager of the Farmington Student. That stentorian voice cheering the players or admonishing the referee belonged to Clyde, who was perhaps Farmington's strongest rooter. He showed his great love of music by singing and playing various instruments. The gang will never forget his piano playing as we gathered around to sing out favorite melodies. Your alfable, cooperative spirit will one day reward you, Clyde, with success in whatever held you choose. GEORGE REEVE Better a had excare than none at all. Conservation Club 3, 4, Automobile Club 4, Football 4. The car whizzing up the hill with its combination of colors had George for its owner. Although the original quiet man, he seemed to lose some of his tacitcurnity in his senior year as he cavorted with his friend Bill We hope that you realize your ambition, George, and make good connections with a construction company. ROBERT FRANCIS REEVE The external if rometimer deceptive. Audio-Visual Club 2, Conservation 5, 4g Auto Club 4, Football 4g Senior Playg Science 2, 3, Secretary Athletic Association. Bob brought recognition to our class by winning second honors in the Science Fair. Ever a gentleman, he won our plaudits by his courtesy in transporting so many of us to our home after staff meetings. Beneath that calm and quiet exterior we frequently detected a gayety that made him wel- come at our parties. Your ability in science and mathematics presages well for a career in engineering, john JANIS MARIE RUSSELL Meet the world with a rmilef' Outing Club 2, 4, Conservation Club 3, 4, Photography Club 2, Field Hockey 4, Basketball 4, Intramural Board 4, Winter Carnival Queen At- tendant 2. Janis's red hair and sparkling eyes attracted attention as she carried on an animated conversation with her two special girl friends. When we scanned the list of honor students, we found her name high on the list. We know that you will not find any difficulty securing work as stenographer, Janis. .23

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DONALD OQUIST Candy are my textbookff' Auto Club 4g Conservation Club 4. Donald is our expert card player, adept at all the tricks that win games. His chief interests seem to be hot cars and his job at the Farmington Garage. There was never a dull moment when he entered a crowd. Con- sulting our favorite seer, Oakie, we see you as a driver and winner on the famous Indianapolis Speedway. MARIANNE PARTYKA Not too thy, not too bold. Conservation Club 2, 3, 4g Minstrel 3. Marianne is another of our senior girls possessing the knack of choosing the right kind of clothes to add to her attractiveness, Constantly in the company of Mitzi, she frequently forgot her taciturnity to show a ready wit. You have not let us in on your secret ambition, Marianne, but we feel that it will lead you to something worthwhile and useful. PATRICIA URSULA PORTER RICHARD JOHN PETERS I like a girl with a good bead on my rlaoulderf' Conservation Club 4g Automobile Club 4g Football 4. Dick believed in variety as he frequently made new conquests in the feminine world. Coming to us in senior year, he became an active member of the Conservation Club. The patrons of the Poultry Show had an oppor- tunity to see how good he was at cooking. If you ever have K. P. duty in the Coast Guard, Dick, your experience at Farmington High should prove valuable. Ioumalum at the first power in ber band. Photography Club 2, Conservation Club 5, 4g Hilltop Club 33 Outing Club 3g Softball 3g Minstrel 2, 4g Editor-in-chief of the Fairview Beacon. Whenever we think of the Fairview Beacon of senior year, ws shall think of Pat. The lateness of the afternoon hour did not keep her from preparing the final copy of our school paper. Of course, the company, may have also helped. We hope that you will continue to achieve honors in the field of writing, Pat, and blossom out as one of Farmington's outstanding novelists. 22.

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PATRICIA GAIL SARGENT Her eyer have one language everywhere. Conservation Club Reporter 4g Dramatic Club 4, Fairview Beacon 4, Senior Play 4g Assistant Art Editor for the Farmington Student. Pat joined our group in September and quickly fitted into our scheme of things. In art did she especially become Well-known, helping with the school paper and class book. With your fun-loving nature and ability to make friends easily, Pat, you should have a happy life. ROBERT JAMES SATONICK H e rink: burketr by inrtinctf' Class Treasurer 2, 5g Athletic Association President 4, Conservation Club 3, 4g Basketball 2, 3, 4g Football 4g Minstrel 4. jimmy was a keen performer on the football and basketball fields. In his senior year he reached his peak as one of '55's outstanding basketball performers. He made a good president for the Athletic Association. Don't let some feminine heart bear cause you to lose a beat on the drum, Soup. DOLORES J. SIKORSKI Silence ir a true friend who newer betrays. Hilltop Club 5, 4. Dolores startled the driver trainer instructor by saying, This car doesn't drive straight. Very serious about her studies, she applied herself diligently to them. People who are quiet always get their work done, Dolores, and we know you will never leave undone any of your tasks as a secretary. MAVIS R. STEELE Sweet perromzlity, full of mrcalityf' Conservation Club 4, Hilltop Club 3. With a merry twinkle in her eye Mavis was a welcome addition to our ranks in junior year. Always ready for fun, she made the day bright with her friendliness. Customers at a local drug store enjoyed having her serve them ice cream and sodas. We know that you will be happy, Mavis, whether you become a stenographer or continue to serve ice cream cones. 24