Girard College - Corinthian Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Class of June, 1956 27 WILLIAM TOWNER DARLING (Bill Born: March 22, 1939 102 Clay St., Tamaqua, Pa. Course: General ar.d Sheet Metal Activities: Dramatic Club, ’J3, ’54, ’55, 56; Cast: Nicholas Nickleby, The Statue, The Christmas Carol, and Captain of the Gate; W. G. C. announcer, ’55, ’56; Girard News, ’54, ’55, ’56; Glee Club, ’54, ’55, ' 56; Sergeant, Battal¬ ion, ' 52 to ' 56; Girardian, ’5 5, ’56; Echelon, ’5 5; Junior Life Saving. Bill uas the perennial joker.” No difficult situation could keep his sense of humor down. Bill will certainly be missed. ANTHONY JOSEPH DIORIO (Tony) Born: December 22, 1938 506 East Avenue, Glenside, Pa. Course: General and Print Shop Activities: Dramatic Club, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Cast: The Statue and O ' Halloran ' s Luck; Girard News, ’55, ’56; Editor-in-chief, Corinthian; Sergeant, Battal¬ ion, ’53-’56; Guidon, Co. A., ’55, ’56. An important figure in the printing and publications department, Tony’s time and effort were always needed and given generously. At home on any dance floor, Tony was the ladies’ man” from every angle. So long, Mr. Personality.” GEORGE SEBASTIAN DORNBACH (George) Born: September 13, 1938 819 Walnut St., Shamokin, Pa. Course: Academic and Machine Shop Activities: Glee Club, ’55, ’56; Rifle Club, ’55, ’56; Concert Band, 53, 54; Sergeant, Battalion, ’5 5, ’56. Bidding for first in the race of smallest class members, George was neither small in friendliness nor in activity. A typical hummer all the way, George will remain in our hearts forever. THOMAS HOMER ECKARD (Tom) Born: August 10, 193 8 2106 4th St., Altoona, Pa. Course: General and Drafting Activities: Rifle Club, ’5 5, ’56; Sergeant, Battalion, ’5 5, ’56; Echelon, ’5 5. Tom has proven his worth both as a marksman on the firing range and as a Thespian on the stage. Best of luck always. Keep aiming for the best that life holds.

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26 The Corinthian PETER LAWRENCE CORRIDONI (Pete) Born : July 28, 1938 498 Broad St., Pittston, Pa. Course: General and Electric Shop Activities: Concert Band, ’53 to ’56; Glee Club, ’54 to ’56; Sergeant Drum Major, Concert Band, ’55, ’56; Girard News, ’55, ’56; Girardian, ’56. In the band, on the campus, and in school, Pete proved himself to be a hard worker. PETER FRANCIS COSTELLO (Costie) Born: July 7, 1938 439 N. Irving Avenue, Scranton 10, Pa. Course: General and Bookkeeping Activities: Concert Band, ’52 to ’56; Lieutenant, Concert Band, ' 5 5, ’56; Swing Band, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Leader, Swing Band, ’5 5, ’56; Photography Club, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Contributor to Girardian, ’5 5. Pete’s musical ability and sincerity made him one of the most respected and best liked. His merry mood and willingness to help out will enable him to go far after graduation. WILLIAM GORDON CRANE (Bill) Born: August 26, 1938 2928 Elliott St., Baltimore, Maryland Course: General and Electric Shop Activities: Battalion, Co. C., Sergeant, ’54, ’5 5, ’56; Band, ’51 to ’54; Senior Life Saving. Bill is a quiet hummer with an interest in automobiles. His quietness, many times, is overcome, but one can hear him cheering wholeheartedly for his swimming-team mates. He will be remembered by the class. JAMES EDWARD CRAUN (Reb) Born: November 23, 1937 2943 Dinwiddie St., Arlington, Va. Course: General and Sheet Metal Activities: Senior Life Saving; Sergeant, Battalion, ’54, ’5 5; Lieutenant, Battal¬ ion, ’55, ’56; Student Council, ’55, ’56; Echelon, ’54, 5 5 ; Wrestling, 55; Dramatic Club, Cast: Where ’er We Go, ’56. Eddie, with his carefree ways and southern personality, has made life a happy one for himself and his innumerable friends. We can never forget such an amiable fellow, and we hope that he will lead a happy life.

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28 The Corinthian JAMES VINCENT ERARIO (Jim) Born: May 6, 193 8 2 512 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, New Jersey Course: General and Drafting Activities : Battalion, ’51 to ’56; Lieutenant, ' 5 5, ’56; Firing Squad, ’5 5; Dramatic Club, ’5 5, ’56; Cast: O’Halloran ' s Luck; Gym ) ’5 5; First Prize, Poster Contest, ’56. Always the object of a lot of teasing, Jim has taken it good-naturedly. Unself¬ ish, friendly, and of extremely high character, he will go far. ANDREW JOSEPH ERMILIO Andy) Born: May 7, 1939 2208 S. Darien St., Philadelphia Course: General and Carpentry Activities: Student Center, ’5 5, ’56; Battalion, Co. B. Andy is the jovial, easy-going type of friend who can always brighten any situation. For his amiability Andy will always stand out among our happiest memories. JOSEPH CLIFFORD FLANAGAN (Joe) Born: July 29, 1938 3228 Tilton St., Philadelphia Course: General and Pattern Shop Activities: Glee Club, ’55, ’56; W. G. C. announcer, ’55, ’56; The Girardian, ’5 5, ’56; Lieutenant, Recruits, ’53, ’54; Echelon, ’54; Lieutenant, Co. C., 54, ’5 5; Captain Inspector, ’55, ’56; Student Council, ’54, 5 5; Chairman, House Committee, ’5 5; Baseball, ’5 5; Intramural Basketball, ’5 6. Joe will always be remembered for his leadership in both sports and school activities. His sincerity on the baseball diamond and jovial sense of humor make him one who will not be forgotten. EDWARD JOSEPH FRITZ (Ed) Born: May 18, 193 8 3220 Wellington St., Philadelphia Course: Academic and Drafting Activities: Lieutenant, Battalion, ’5 5, ’56; Color Guard, ’5 5, 56; Girard News, ’55, ’56; Track, ’54. Ed’s carefree personality and happy-go-lucky spirit tabled him tops with ns. Always ready for a good time, he will be long remembered.