Homer High School - Homerian Yearbook (Homer, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1976 volume:

Traditions 1976 Homerian Homer High School Homer, Illinois Volume 58 In These Does this happen to you very often? And a one and a two . . . . Rene, it can’t be that bad . . . 4 Hallowed Halls Mrs. Kerr, what lovely hands you have! Do you have a maid do your dishes? An advanced Bubble--blowing student does tomorrow's homework. 5 • Robert Gilpin, Principal; Allen Hall, Superintendent. Administration School Board Members: Seated: Robert Bryan; Wes Tyler; Jim Wakefield, Secre tary. Standing: Richard Freeman; John Place; Donald Baird, President; Donald Tate. 6 Faculty Vocational Education courses are offered to let the students get the experience needed for the world of work. Industrial Arts, taught by Dana Hales, teaches die student wood- working, metal working, and drafting. Home Economics I, taught by Sharon Am- bler, cover the areas of sewing and child development. Mrs. Ambler is also co- sponsor of FHA. Home Economics n and HI are taught by Geraldine Matrs. The second year covers cooking and housing. The third year covers the areas from first two years, but tries to put the skills to some use. Mrs. Marrs is also the co-teacher for the Vo-Ed class and sponsor of FHA. Commercial classes, consisting of typing, shorthand, office practice, and bookkeeping, are taught by Ruth Kerr. She also instructs a Vocation- al Education class and is an adviser to yearbook. 7 Physical Education is an important part of the school day for the stu- dents. They get the exercise they need, and also they get to enjoy parti- cipating in the activities offered. With the addition of co-ed P.E., P.E. has become a program consisting of a variety of sports. Glenda Robison teaches all girl's phy- sical education. She is also cheer- leading sponsor, GAA sponsor, and coach of all interscholastic sports. Ron Green teaches high school boy's physical education. He is also assis- tant coach in football and track and co-sponsor of the H-Club. 8 The Fine Arts department of Homer High School this year turned out to be active and talented. Most of the credit goes to the teachers in this area. Jerry Ditto directs the concert band. The jazz band was continued this year under his direction. Mr. Ditto also led a pep-band which played at football and basketball games. Cindy Breeze directs the high school chorus. Swing choir and girl's ensemble were also in- cluded this year under her guidance. Both the chorus and the band participated in an annual Christmas party, sponsored by both of the direc- tors. Art taught by Mary Smith, covers many different areas. Mrs. Smith has the students do many projects, thus teaching them sketching, pot- tery, plastering, and 3-D effects. An art show was given by her classes, and they can be proud of their work. 9 Mathematics and Science are very important to college-bound and to job-bound students. The courses offered try to get you ready for more advanced techniques and education. They also played a large role this year with the conversion to the metric system. Randy Waddell teaches Algebra I and n along with Senior Mathe- matics. He is also kept busy by his job as assistant football coach and assistant basketball coach. Geometry is taught by James Trask. Mr. Trask is also known as die basket- ball coach for the varsity team. James Farney teaches biology. He covers the areas of animal kingdom and human anatomy. Golf was also an area in sports which Mr. Farney enjoyed instructing. Doug Lang bridges both areas by teaching technical math, physics, chemistry, advanced biology. Physical science is taught by Robert Gilhaus, who also instructs a drivers education course, which consists of both classroom and driving training. li Library and counseling are two important areas which have, at times, been overlooked in the past. Pam Storm, librarian, has developed the library into an interest resort for students. Books for enjoyment and research can be found there. She al- so sponsors the NHS. Bruce Miller, guidance counselor, is a big help to many students. He helps with college provision, school problems, and also sometimes person- al problems. This year, he also taught a health course for Freshmen, in which he covers bodily functions and disorders. He has spent his time as the football and track coach, too. 12 Language Arts and history are important areas for students to learn. They need to know these two fields for college and for technical jobs. Gertrude Brown teaches sophomore and senior English; senior English con- sisting of both grammar and literature. She also teaches French I and II. This year she took a group of students to France during the Easter break. English I and HI are taught by James Allen. He also teaches speech and directs the junior-senior play, which has been known to be a big job. Marty Barrett, instructor of World His- tory, U.S. History, and civics, had an exciting year to teach his field be- cause of the Bicentennial. He also teaches American Problems, which is a very helpful class in learning the problems of society and politics. 13 Cooks: Margaret White Florence Wienke Lois Samson Velma Trees Carol Wakefield, Secretary 14 Custodians: Mrs. Boyd, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Limp, Mr. Marzac. Mr. Camein. Special Services These pages are dedicated to the secretary, bookkeeper, cooks, custodians, and bus drivers who receive little recognition for their work but who are greatly appreciated. Bus Drivers: Mr. Mar- zac, Mr. Camein. Mrs. Camein. Mr. Noel 15 17 Melinda Sue Allen Parkland Junior College Computer Programming John Franklin Bear Working Seniors Class of ’76 Sharon Lee Buck Homemaker Debra Sue Carmien Parkland Junior College Banking 18 Wendy Sue Chism Illinois State University Library Science Ronald Wayne Cordes Eastern Illinois University Robert Eugene Clem Parkland Junior College Business Jacqueline Annette Clark University of Illinois Pre -Law Thomas Bruce David Working 19 David Eric Diel University of Illinois Agriculture Jack Driver, IH Working Susan Lynne Dodd Parkland Junior College N ursing Jill Ann Dodd Illinois State University Social Work Judy Ann Ethridge Parkland Junior College 20 Brian Tournear Grubb Parkland Junior College Banking Daniel Leon James Parkland Junior College Business Jeffery Lynn Hubert Working Julie Ann Izard Eureka College Social Work Steven John Kasper Parkland Junior College Business 21 Craig Alan Kilian Parkland Junior College Agriculture Peggy Patricia Lewis Secretarial Sharon Marie Lawrence Homemaker 22 Eric Alden Miller C ollege Raymond Jay Newlin Working Joseph William Perry W orking Daniel Paul Morrison University of Illinois Engineering Debra Jo-Ann Pruitt Parkland Junior College Elementary Education 23 Donna Lynn Srum Parkland Junior College Larry Wayne Robards Working Sharon Mae T ate University of Illinois Business I Teddy Lee Tyler Parkland Junior College Medical Artist 24 Lynn Alan Umbarger Parkland Junior College Law Enforcement Roy Ralph Wakefield W orking John Kevin Wilson Parkland Junior College Business Officers: Standing; Craig Kilian, Vice-President; Bob Clem, Treasurer; Lynn Umbarger, Student Council Representative. Sitting; Judy Ethridge, Student Council Representative; Jack- ie Clark, President; Jill Dodd, Secretary. 2J Last Will and Testament I. MELINDA ALLEN, being of sound mind and body, will by naturally blonde hair to Pam Danner. (Do you really believe blondes have more fun?) I, JOHN BEAR, being of sound mind and body, will my ability to lose weight simply by not eating anything to anyone whofeels they have the stomach for it. 1, SHARON BUCK, being of sound .., hereby will my ability to take instructions in P.E. to Jill Craver, and my ability to keep my mouth shut to upperclassmen to Dawn Robertson. Your mouth is going to get you in trouble! 1, DEBBIE CARMIEN, being of sound mind and body, will my “big rock” to Crystal Peters because, unfortunately, she doesn’t have hers anymore!! I, WENDY CHISM, being of sound mind and body, do hereby will my ability to get on the honor roll to Janey Pruitt, who seems to be a permanent fixture on the restricted list. I, JACKIE CLARK, being of questionable mind and body, will my life membership to Alcoholics Anonymous to certain girls of the Class of ’78, and to Amy Summers my ability to Say a little and Do a lot. I, BOB CLEM, will my ability to grow hair on my face to Jimmy Wolf and my ability to stay on the good side of Mrs. Breeze to Greg Izard. I, RON CORDES, will my ability to drink 2 cans of Mountain Dew before school and make it through the day and my ability to get along with everyone and to hate no one to Jim Butler. I, TOM DAVID, will my inability to come up with a good will to Judy Meade, and my ability to get along with Mr. Allen to Cin- dy Chrestman. I, DAVID DIEL, being of sound body do hereby will my talented elbows to Jamie Rogers in hope he can hide the use of them as well as I have. Ask John!!! I, JILL DODD, being ofsound mind and long body, will by long silky hair to Kelley Jackson and Kim Miller (there’s enough to go around) and the ability to stay on my feet in volleyball to Ronda Ketchum. I, SUSAN DODD, being of little mind and body, will a life’s supply of toothpicks to Dawn Robertson to hold up her nose so her head may have a rest. I, JACK DRIVER, will my ability to stay home from school and give Mr. Gilpin a pass the next day to Vic Melton. Tough luck, Melton, it sure was fun at the football playoffs. I, JUDY ETHRIDGE, being of questionable mind and ridiculous body, will my pleasant thoughts to Lori Izard in place of her nasty ones, and a hex on Kristi McKenzie so she will know what being ugly is like for the first time. I, BRIAN GRUBB, being of unstable mind and plump body, do will and bequeath my ability to change my hair style six times in the past three years to Bob Torbit. I, JEFF HUBERT, being of sound body and unsober state of mind, do hereby will my great ability to ride a motorcycle with great skill to HighTide, Dirk Pell. I, DAN JAMES, being of sound, dirty mind, and physique, will my naturally curly Afro to Dave Kasper. I, STEVE KASPER, being out of my mind, do hereby will ME to Mrs. Kerr to help her stay in good physical shape and also to help her have the worst nervous breadkown in the history of teacher’s tolerance. I, THE FUZZ, being of nonexistent mind and deteriorated body, will my hair and ability to get in fights with girls to John Dodd. I, SHARON LAWRENCE, being of sound mind and body, will my natural quietness to Bonnie Lacey. I, JERRY LEISCH, being of unsound mind and somewhat body, will everything I have to anybody who thinks . .. I, PATTY LEWIS, do hereby will to Dawn Robertson my ability to stay cool, calm, and collected in P.E. class. I, ERIC MILLER, being of insane nature, will my hair and my sexy legs to John Dodd. I, DAN MORRISON, being of sound mind and body, do hereby will my $9 haircut to David Nale, and being able to take lousy school pictures for twelve years straight to anyone who wants it. I, JAY NEWLIN, will two cases of rubber hoses to Jack Bruden and Jim Butler. 1, DEBBIE PRUITT, being of sound mind and knowing of the desperate need of two underclassmen, hereby will my honesty to Sandy Zook, and my intelligence along with my bod measurements to Bonita Mullins. I, LARRY ROBARDS, being of almost sound mind and body, will my gymnastic ability to Jeff Wright. I, DONNA SRUM, being of sound mind and body, hereby will my ability to stick with one guy to Amy Summers, my ability not to start rumors to Janey Pruitt, and my ability not to talk behind a person’s back to “The Group.” 1, SHARON TATE, being of tolerant mind and ... well, let’s forget the body, do hereby will to Dawn Robertson my ability to know the difference between a closed and open party. One wouldn’t want to be pushy .... I, TED TYLER, being of sound mind and body, will nothing to anybody because 1 need everything I’ve got. I, LYNN UMBARGER, being of dirty mind and body, will my ability to NOT be two-faced to the sophomore girls. I, ROY WAKEFIELD, do hereby will my great ability to drive on ice without going in the ditch to Marty Wilson. I, JOHN WILSON, being of sound mind and body, will my manly superman-like muscular physique to Bob Torbit. 27 Officers: Randy Reeley, Sargeant at Arms; Tim Richard, Student Council Representative; Dave Kasper, President; Lorita Smith, Secretary; Kristi McKenzie, Vice-President; Debbie Schroeder, Treasurer; Kim Carter, Student Council Representative. Juniors Rod Baird Jack Bruden Jim Butler Kim Carter Cindy Chrestman Gary Cromwell Becky Danner John Dodd Donna Humphrey Lori Izard 28 Ken Jones David Kasper Ronda Ketchum Ronda Kreisel Bonnie Lacey Kristi McKenzie Victor Melton Bonita Mullins David Nale Dirk Pell George Pfaab Randy Reeley Tim Richard Debby Robertson Rick Robertson Carla Rogers Carleen Rogers Linda Rogers Tim Sapp Debbie Schroeder Lorita Smith Wes Taylor Gloria Whitt Marla Wienke Marty Wilson Jim Wolf Marian Woodside Sandy Zook 29 Officers: Lynn Peters, Vice-President; Dave Tibbetts, President; Kelly Clarke, Student Council Repre- sentative; Jim Patton, Secretary; Mark Coyle, Treasurer; Steve McDonald, Student Council Represent- ative . Sophomores Jerry Burton Kelly Clarke David Chrestman T ammy Chism Vicki Clem Mark Coyle Jill Craver Diane Diel Rynda Ellis 30 Patti Freeman Jody Hilpipre Lee Hockersmith Judy Humphrey Terry Jackson Cheryl Jones Steve McDonald Judy Meade Jim Patton Lynn Peters Peggy Pfaab Michael Pruitt Sara Ridinger Dawn Robertson Kathy Robertson Teresa Stanfield Amy Summers Kelley Taylor David Tibbetts Jeri Wilson 31 Officers Greg Izard, Vice-President; Jim Wilson, Treasurer; Carol Wakefield, Pre sident; Jamie Rogers, Secretary; Jim Lacey, Karen Lacey, Student Council Repre- sentatives. Freshmen Randy Allen Melinda Bales Ricky Clem Shannon Clarke Craig Collins Christy Danner Pam Danner Debbie Dodd Janene Ethridge Allen Glenn Tim Grubb Rhonda Hilpipre 32 Linda Ingalls Greg Izard Kelley Jackson Roberta Ketchum Karen Lacey Jim Lacey Angela Lewis Sean McGraw Kim Miller Tom Moore Nancy Morgan Lee Ann Newlin Crystal Peters Ronnie Peters Tammy Pridemore Brian Pruitt Janey Pruitt Terry Pruitt David Robertson Connie Rogers Jamie Rogers Lori Rushing Jim Sapp Chris Stayton Kelley Sturdyvin David Taylor Michelle Taylor Bob Wright Torbit Carol Wakefield Kim Wallace Jim Wilson Jeff Wright Tom Wolf 33 Friendliest: Lynn Umbarger Jill Dodd Who’s Most Bashful: Wendy Chism Bob Clem Hardest Workers: Wendy Chism Dave Diel Sharon Tate Most Talkative: Eric Miller Sharon Buck Biggest Flirts: Susan Dodd Lynn Umbarger Jackie Clark Who 34 In Seniors . . . Brown Nosers: Dave Diel and Sharon Tate Laziest: Sharon Buck Jack Driver Most Mischievous: Steve Kasper and Melinda Allen Favorite Teachers: Mr. Barrett Mrs. Kerr Mr. Hales 35 Most Athletic: Lynn Peters John Dodd Best Personality: Ted Tyler Kristi McKenzie Most School Spirit: BANANA BUNCH ! . . .In High School Cutest: Bob Clem. Kristi McKenzie Most Conceited: Eric Miller Pam Danner 36 Sports 37 Top row: Coach Miller, Jack Bruden, John Wilson, Tim Richards, Eric Miller, Bob Clem, Dan Morrison, Dave Diel, Steve Kasper, Coach Waddell, Coach Green. Kneeling: Dave Danner, Rick Robertson, Jim Wolf, Lynn Umbarger, Victor Melton, Jack Driver, Ted Tyler, Dave Kasper, George Pfaab, Randy Reeley, Jim Butler, Dan James. Second in LOVC Homer's varsity football team finished with an over- all record of 7-2 and a second place berth in the Little Okaw. The Panthers were plagued by injuries during the more crucial games of the season which might have made the difference between first and second place. Though predominantly seniors, underclassmen played vital roles in this year's team and will be called upon next year to lead the Panthers. Homer was followed by many supporters who helped them during their successful season. One of highlights of the season was the new football lights donated by the Hom- er Citizens. The only regret of this year's football season was the loss of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Richard as heads of the Booster Club. The students of Homer High School thank them for their enthusiasm in supporting our team. Homer vs. ABL W 19- 7 Areola W 17-12 Arthur W 7- 6 Oakland W 39- 6 Bement W 28-19 Villa Grove L 13-22 Newman W 28-22 Cerro Gordo L 6-28 Atwood- Hammond W 28-14 Homecoming 38 ERIC MILLER All conference 1st team--offensive quarterback and defensive safety. 1st team—Courierland All Area team (defensive safety) and News Gazette offensive quarterback and defensive safety. Named to the Top 100 Se- nior Stars in Illinois (quarterback). DAN JAMES All Conference 1st team—place kicker STEVE KASPER All Conference 1st team—offensive guard and defensive nose guard. 1st team—Courierland All Area team (defensive lineman). News Gazette 1st team offensive guard and defen- sive nose guard. Most tackles. TED TYLER All Conference 2nd team—offensive halfback. Special mention Courier- land All Area team (halfback). Most Improved. BOB CLEM All Conference 2nd team--offensive fullback and defensive lineman. Special mention Courierland All Area team (fullback). 39 JOHN WILSON Special mention Courierland All Area team (lineman). Trainer's award. Managers: Steve McDonald, Jay Newlin Trainer: Rod Baird DAN MORRISON Lion's Club Sportmanship award. DAVE DIEL Special mention Courierland All Area team (lineman). 40 Standing; Coach Waddell, Dave Tibbitts, Jamie Rogers, Randy Allen, Craig Collins, Jerry Burton, Tim Grubb, Coach Green, Kneeling: Allen Glenn, Tom Wolf, Kelly Sturdyvin, Rick Clem, Lee Hockersmith, Dave Taylor. One TD Makes Difference The Fresh-Soph Football Team compiled a 3-5 re- cord during the '75 season. Although the record does not show it, several of the games were decided by one touch- down or less. Many boys improved and a lot of experience was attained. Many starters were Freshmen, so one can expect an improved season next year, although most of the boys will be moved up to the Varsity during the '76 season. A strong Freshman class is coming up for next year’s team, so a winning season is highly favorable. Homer vs ABL W 6- 0 Catlin L 0- 8 Arthur L 2-12 Oakland W 26- 0 St. Joe L 6- 8 Bement L 0-14 Villa Grove L 6-14 Newman W 36-24 41 42 43 Jill Dodd. Senior Debbie Robertson. Junior Varsity Tammy Chism. Sophomore Amy Summers, Sophomore 44 Junior Varsity Peggy Pfaab Jeri Wilson Pain Danner Shannon Clarke Carol Wakefield I 45 47 Kneeling: Lori Rushing. Pam Danner. Carol Wakefield, Kristi McKenzie. Vicki Clem. Roberta Ketchum. Donna Srum. Ronda Ketchum. Connie Rogers. Jackie Clark. Standing: Mrs. Robison. Debbie Schroeder. Ronda Kreisel. Patty Free- man, Jill Dodd, Bonita Mullins. Rynda Ellis. Marla Wienke. Jill Craver, Kelley Taylor. Lynn Peters. Volleyball Team The A team ended up with a 4-5 record. Although the record does not show the fact, there were many close and very exciting games. There was very tough competi- tion this year, but the team felt they played well enough to be proud of their season. The B” team ended up with a 7-2 record. Although they were a young team, they played very well. There were many exciting games. Being a young team. Homer will have a. hopefully, successful showing next year. The girls involved would like to take time to show their appreciation to Mrs. Robison, their coach. This was her first year with the team, and she brought a great boost to the season. She deserves a great thanks from all. SCORES Homer A 20-15-13 Villa Grove A 14-20-20 B 20-13-20 B 12-20-17 Homer A 20-20 ABL A 18-16 B 20-20 B 16-12 Homer A 20-17-18 Westville A 4-20-20 B 9-20-20 B 20-18-8 Homer A 20-20 Mahomet A 15-13 B 20-20 B 16-9 Homer A 20-20 Westville A 6-15 B 18-20-15 B 20-16-20 Homer A 20-10-4 Urbana A 11-20-20 B 20-20 B 15-17 Homer A 15-7 St. Joe A 20-20 B 21-20 B 19-14 Homer A 20-20 Chrisman A 8-16 B 20-20 B 13-16 Homer A 16-20-12 Unity A 20-12-20 B 2-15 B 20-20 IHSA District Tournament Homer 20-20 Bismarck- Henning 18-8 Homer 6-2 Urbana 20-20 48 Left to right: Lori Rushing, Carol Wakefield, Lynn Peters. Rynda Ellis, Jill Dodd, Marla Wienke, Kelley Taylor, Vicki Clem, and Mrs. Robinson (Not pictured is Jackie Clark) Girls’ Basketball The Homer Girls' Basketball team had a difficult and frustrating season. With three returning starters, they had looked forward to a winning season, but met obstacles, both mental and physical, at every turn. Sickness took a heavy toll, as few games were played with the original starting team. Yet, Mrs. Robinson can look forward to a more ex- perienced. self-assured team next year. We all wish them luck. 49 1st row: Coach Waddell, Rick Robertson, Gary Cromwell, George Pfaab, Lynn Umbarger, Ted Tyler, Coach Trask. 2nd row: Bob Clem, Dan Morrison, John Dodd, Craig Kilian, Dave Diel, Rod Baird. 23-4 Coach Trask's Panthers went 23-4 this year. They took the consolation trophy in the Jamaica Tournament, first place in the Little Okaw Valley Conference Tourna- ment, and finished second in the Regional Tournament at Tolono. We finished second in the conference standings, one game behind Cerro Gordo; however, the 75-76 season was one of the finest seasons that a Homer team has had in quite some time. With six of the seven varsity players who lettered seniors, the one remaining starter, John Dodd, will be needed in forming next year's team. Coach Trask, having an almost completely new varsity team, will come through next season with a team to be respected. SCORES Homer 49 Jamaica 44 57 ABL 50 38 Catlin 36 76 Bement 48 69 Oakland 65 75 Atwood-Hammond 50 66 Villa Grove 56 87 Newman 53 i JAMAICA TOURNEY Homer 49 Catlin 53 53 Jamaica 48 65 ABL 57 Homer 64 Cerro Gordo 68 61 Bement 51 73 A twood- Hammond 59 73 Oakland 62 41 Villa Grove 44 90 Arthur 70 LOVC TOURNEY at VG Homer 63 Atwood-Hammond 53 59 Arthur 46 49 Villa Grove 40 Homer 73 Newman 53 69 Cerro Gordo 57 65 A rthur 43 80 Oakwood 65 REGIONAL TOURNEY Homer 65 ABL 60 78 Unity 62 56 SJO 85 50 Bob Clem-All Conference Team Lion’s Club Sportsmanship Award Free Throw Award John Dodd-All Conference Team All Area Second Team All State Honorable Mention Rebound Award Free Throws Award Special Recognition 51 1st row: Greg Izard, Tom Moore, Dave Chrestman, Dave Robertson, Kelly Sturdyvin. 2nd row: Coach Waddell, Bill Buck, Craig Collins, Jamie Rogers, Randy Allen, Jerry Burton, Coach Trask. J.V.’s Improve Homer 41 Junior Varsity Jamaica 35 31 ABL 47 28 Catlin 38 50 Bement 39 46 Oakland 28 40 A t wood - Ham mo nd 28 42 Villa Grove 39 45 Newman 43 52 Cerro Gordo 50 36 Bement 41 53 Oakland 42 48 Atwood-Hammond 43 38 Villa Grove 51 45 Arthur 33 36 Newman 47 50 Cerro Gordo 53 61 A rthur 52 36 Oakwood 47 Homer Fresh-Soph Tourney 51 Atwood-Hammond 36 39 Bement 57 49 Cerro Gordo 45 Coach Randy Waddell's JV Basketball team had a much improved season over last year's 1-18 record, fin- ishing this year with an 11-7 record. The team, consist- ing of juniors, received a lot of experience, which will greatly be needed since there is only one returning letter- man. Coach Trask can expect many fine upcoming under- classmen to fill empty varsity positions. Homer had an- other surprise as they finished third in the Fresh-Soph Tour- ney, upsetting top-ranked Cerro Gordo in the consolation game. The Freshmen had a 4-4 record. This record does not show the true effort of the team; 3 of the 4 games were lost by 2 points. Both the Varsity and the JV teams would like to thank Tim Richard, Dave Taylor, and Tim Grubb for doing a fine job as the team managers. Freshmen Homer 34 ABL 21 33 Catlin 35 40 Jamaica 42 43 ABL 20 50 Jamaica 47 36 Villa Grove 50 40 SJO 42 47 Oakwood 40 52 53 Kneeling: Jim Butler, -Manager, Kelly Sturdyvin, Rick Clem, Tom Moore. Standing: Craig Collins, John Dodd, Eric Miller, Jim Lacey, Coach Green. Boy’s Track Homer's 1976 track team had a very different year, with two seniors, one junior, and five freshmen. Records were broken by our three-man varsity team. Eric Miller, who returned again to the State Finals, broke a record in the high hurdles at the Normal Relays and again at State in the low hurdles. John Dodd set a new school record in the high jump by upping Ron Umbarger's old record to six foot in the County track meet. Coach Miller, Homer's long time track coach, resigned this year due to the lack of in- terest in the sport. Everyone will surely miss him in this sport. Kristie McKenzie was also elected Track Queen for the second year in a row. The year was topped off by Eric's performance at the state meet where he placed 3rd in the high hurdles and 4th in the lows. It turned out to be an impressive year in all. Coach Miller 54 55 Left to right: Mrs. Robison, Connie Rogers, Pam Danner, Sandy Zook, Lee Ann Newlin, Judy Meade. Girl’s Track The Girl's Track Team was very small this year, but they seemed to do a good job. There were ten girls at the start of the season, but as time progressed only five girls were left at the end of the season. Much appreciation goes to Mrs. Robison for her time and effort spent with the team. Also, much thanks to the girls who had the enthusiasm to stay with the sport. 56 57 Kneeling: Mark Coyle, Ron Peters. Ted Tyler. Allen Glenn, Greg Izard. Standing: Lee Hockersmith, Dave Tibbitts. Jerry Burton, Jim Patton, Steve McDonald, Kelly Clarke, Coach Famey. H.H.S. Golf Homer's final golf team had a unique season with only one returning letterman, but surprised many opponents with some help from Steve McDonald (Letter winner and most improved golfer), Ron Peters (freshman varsity win- ner), and Ted Tyler (four years varsity letter winner and 1976 Varsity Medalist winner). Coach Jim Famey would like to show sincere thanks and gratitude to the members of the 1976 golf team for a rewarding and very much en- joyed golf season. 58 59 Organizations 6! Outstanding Seniors Illinois State Scholars: Seated-Sharon Tate, Dan Morrison, Jackie Clark, Ted Tyler. Kneeling-Debbie Pruitt, Dave Diel, Wendy Chism. Girl’s State Representative Sharon Tate Boy's State Representatives Dan Morrison, Dave Diel 62 Front row: Mr. Gilpin, Wendy Chism, Sharon Tate, Jim Butler, Donna Srum, Jackie Clark, Lorita Smith, Mrs. Storm. Back row: Debbie Pruitt, Dave Diel, Dan Morrison, Kim Carter. National Honor Society This year the National Honor Society had decided to help the teachers in explaining certain jobs. Mrs. Storm placed us in teams and got us started. Working with grades 1--5, we explained how certain jobs work. It was an asset to the teachers and also educational for the students. This organization has always tried to help the school or faculty in some way, and we felt this would be a good way to help both students and teachers. Officers: Vice-President, Debbie Pruitt; President, Sharon Tate; Treasurer, Dave Diel; Secretary .Lorita Smith; Stu- dent Council, Jackie Clark. 63 Advertising Committee: Lynn Umbarger, David Diel, Sharon Tate, Dan Morrison, Eric Miller, Jackie Clark, Debbie Pruitt, Wendy Chism. Literary Editor, Donna Srum Homerian Staff Sports Editors: Bob Clem, Donna Srum, Dan Morrison. Co-Editors: Sharon Tate Wendy Chism 64 Standing: Jackie Clark, Mrs. Brown, Tim Richard, Sharon Tate, Dave Diel, Mr. Hales, Dan Morrison, Donna Srum, Susan Dodd, Wendy Chism, Judy Ethridge, Karen Lacey, Lynn Umbarger. Sitting: Kim Carter, Steve Mc- Donald, Dave Kasper, Randy Reeley. Student Council Our Homer Student Council has had a busy year. We began the year by purchasing a new popcorn machine. The popcorn is enjoyed by everyone and also is a source of in- come for the organization. We held our annual Christmas party December 19, and for entertainment we showed the movie Return of the Vampire and served popcorn. With each class providing the manpower, the Student Council finished the basketball season in no great wealth, but with plenty of popcorn. Officers: President, Dave Diel; Vice-President, Dave Kas- per; Treasurer, Lynn Umbarger; Secretary, Kim Carter. 65 1st row: Judy Humphrey. Karen Lacey. Kim Wallace, Christy Danner, Debbie Dodd, Kathy Robertson, Cheryl Jones, Jody Hilpipre, Peggy Pfaab. 2nd row: Donna Humphrey, Melinda Bales, Rynda Ellis, Kelley Taylor, Jill Craver, Judy Meade, Jeri Wilson, Sara Ridinger. 3rd row: Lee Ann Newlin, Janey Pruitt, Sandy Zook, Becky Danner. Diane Diel. Patti Freeman, Carleen Rogers, Gloria Whitt. 4th row: Marla Wienke, Kim Car- ter, Debbie Schroeder, Bonnie Lacey, Bonita Mullins, Linda Rogers, Marian Woodside, Wendy Chism. 5th row: Sharon Tate, Donna Srum, Melinda Allen, Debbie Carmien, Jill Dodd, Sharon Buck, Susan Dodd, Debbie Pruitt. Jackie Clark. F.H.A. The Future Homemakers of America had a traditionally great year at H.H. S., yet in another sense, it was very disappointing. Our first activity was our annual Freshman Welcome Party. We were pleased to say hi to seven new members in our organization. The disappointment of the year, was the fact that only seven out of fifteen freshmen had enough school spirit to join. Come on. Freshmen. Get It Going! As we have every year, the F.H.A. sold concessions at every home football game, which, added to the profits made from Rosanna sales, put the organization in the black for a long time to come. A formal initiation was held October 22 with Mrs. Wax giving a demonstration on doll houses. The state map and boundary lines were redrawn this year and along with the new divisions came a new officer from Homer; Kelley Taylor was elected Public Relations Officer, Region 4 Section 2B. Good Luck. For our annual Christmas Project, we went caroling at Garwood Senior Citizens Home. We all got a kick out of it and brought a little good cheer to them, too. Also, the people at the Downtown Mall got a treat; the girls did a wonderful rendition of Jingle Bells. For our bi-yearly excursion, we had a wonderful meal at Paradise Inn and then saw the 1976 edition of the Ice Capades. Toward the end of the year six members, Kelley, Diane. Sharon, Jill, Debbie, and Susan, attended the State F.H.A. Convention at Springfield. They participated in demonstrations and voting. All in all. it was a good year! 66 Kim Carter, 1st vice-president; Donna Srum, President; Diane Diel, 2nd vice-president. Jill Dodd, Treasurer; Jackie Clark, Secretary; Debbie Schroeder, Ass't. Treasurer. Marian Woodside Historian, Judy Meade, V.P. of Pub- lic Relations; Sharon Tate, Student Council Representa- tive. Marla Wienke, V.P. of Recreation; Bonita Mullins V.P. of Projects, Bonie Lacey V.P. of Degrees. Officers Mrs. Marrs, Sponsor; Mrs. Ambler. Sponsor. 67 H.E.R.O. HERO, Home Economics and Related Occupations, is a Vocation Educational program. The students involved, work in many different areas. Some work in banks, some in teaching areas, and other realted occupations. We are participating in a money-making project in the earlier months, which turned out to be a successful ef- fort. In March, we will have a banquet with the students, advisors, and the students' employers. A few students will be representing HERO at the state convention in April. All in all, we have had an enjoyable year and have learned many things about the job areas. Officers: Clockwise: President--Dan James, Vice-President--Debbie Pruitt, Secretary--Donna Srum, Student Coun- cil—Susan Dodd. 1st row: Mrs. Kerr, Larry Robards, Debbie Pruitt, Dan James, Judy Ethridge, Susan Dodd, Sharon Buck, Donna Srum, Mrs. Marrs. 2nd row: Joe Perry, Jerry Leisch, John Bear, Debbie Carmien, Patty Lewis, Jill Dodd. 3rd row: Roy Wakefield, Jeff Hubert, Tim Martin. 1st row: Janene Ethridge, Debbie Dodd, Kim Wallace, Kathy Robertson, Jody Hilpipre, Bob Torbit, Wendy Chism. 2nd row: Lynn Umbarger, Tom Moore, Roberta Ketchum, Lee Ann Newlin, Lori Izard. Debbie Pruitt, Janey Pru- itt. Mrs. Storm. 3rd row: Chris Stayton, Marian Woodside. Bonnie Lacey, Donna Humphrey. Teresa Stanfield, Bonita Mullins. Melinda Bales, Linda Rogers, Tom Wolf. Library Library Club Members are the student librarians who assist Mrs. Storm with the grade and high school libraries. They check out and put away the books and magazines. Library Club sponsored a paperback book fair in November for the 7th through 12th grades. National Children's Book Week was celebrated by portraying various book charac- ters for the grade school. The annual Christmas party was held in December, posters were sold in January, and an- other book fair, this time for K through 8th grades, was held in March. National Library Week was April 4-10. During this week Library Club honored the teachers, and had an amnesty day. a donate-a-pencil-and-book day and a clean-your-locker day. On Friday of that week. Library Club went on a field trip to the U of I Library. The school year ended with the ever-popular inventory. 69 1st row: John Dodd, Jim Butler, Jack Bruden, Jim Wolf, Tim Richard, Dave Diel, Mr. Miller. 2nd row: John Wil- son, Ted Tyler, Dave Kasper, Jack Driver. 3rd row: Randy Reeley, Dan James, Lynn Umbarger, Bob Clem, Dan Morrison, Craig Kilian. 4th row: Steve Kasper, Wes Taylor, George Pfaab, Eric Miller. H—Club The H-Club is an organization of school athletes and and managers, who have received letters in sports. The major event of the year for the H-Club is our annual chili supper. This year it was held on February 13 before our big encounter with Cerro Gordo. The money raised by the supper and other money-raising events this year went to our new football lights and for other football equipment. Officers: President, Craig Kilian; Student Council, Dan Morri- son; Vice-President, Bob Clem; Secretary-Treasurer, Jack Driver. Sitting: Shannon Clarke, Pam Danner, Karen Lacey, Lee Ann Newlin, Tammy Chism, Amy Summers, Lori Rush- ing, Connie Rogers, Rynda Ellis, Kelley Taylor, Vicki Clem, Dawn Robertson. Standing: Jackie Clark, Sharon Tate, Donna Srum, Kim Carter, Marla Wienke, Bonnie Lacey, Carla Rogers, Ronda Kreisel, Bonita Mullins, Deb- bie Schroeder, Linda Rogers, Rene Woodside, Ronda Ketchum, Kristi McKenzie, Lorita Smith, Debby Robertson, Cindy Chrestman, Melinda Allen, Susan Dodd, Jill Dodd, Sharon Buck. Lying Down: Mrs. Robison. G. A. A. G.A.A. this year started out with the Freshman Wel- come Party, at which only 4 freshmen attended (get with it freshmen)! ! As the year continued, the activities were varied: flag football, volleyball, bowling, badminton, and softball. All at which only the interested and officers at- tended. But the fun was still there. Again we sold Home- coming flowers. We held Pot Lucks ( to which coaches and some teachers dwindled in unexpectedly) and our annual Chili Supper went over really well. G.A.A. was scheduled to Wednesday nights as opposed to the regular Thursdays. A pizza party was scheduled for February 26, with nothing really big planned until April 1, Mommy and Daddy Play Night. Ending the year was the Mother and Daughter Ban- quet. All in all, the year went well; we had loads of fun even though at times the group was small. Officers: Sitting: Jill Dodd, Secretary; Lorita Smith, Historian; Sharon Tate, Treasurer. Standing: Bonita Mullins, Pub- lic Relations; Kristi McKenzie, Points; Donna Srum, Student Council; Lynn Pet- ers, Sports Head. On Ladder: Kim Cart- er, 2nd Vice-President; Marla Wienke, 1st Vice-President; Jackie Clark, Pres- ident. 71 1st row: Jeri Wilson, Debbie Robertson, Crystal Peters, Janene Ethridge, Debbie Dodd. 2nd row: Kim Carter, Jill Craver, Janey Pruitt, Tammy Pridemore, Nancy Morgan, Lee Ann Newlin, Karen Lacey, Lorita Smith. 3rd row: Roberta Ketchum, Bob Torbit, Tammy Chism, Lynn Peters, Marla Wienke, Dave Kasper, Ronda Ketchum, Dave Taylor, Jim Patton, Debbie Schroeder, Donna Srum. 4th row: Bonnie Lacey, Wes Taylor, Randy Allen, Pam Danner, John Wilson, Craig Kilian. 5th row: Kelly Sturdyvin, Jackie Clark, Kelly Clarke, Shannon Clarke, Mr. Ditto, Tom Wolf. Band The 1975-76 Homer High School Band, directed by Gerald Ditto, had another active year at H.H.S. The band performed as usual during football and basketball sea- sons, as well as National Music Day, and the winter and spring concerts. Although the band is still small, they are often com- mended on their big sound, and we wish the band good luck on their efforts and enrollment next year. 72 Officers: Kim Carter, Vice-president; Donna Srum, President; Lorita Smith, Secretary. 1st row: Nancy Morgan, Lori Rushing, Tammy Chism, Kim Miller, Tammy Pridemore, Diane Diel, Debbie Dodd, Carla Rogers, Kristi McKenzie, Debby Robertson, Sharon Buck, Jackie Clark, Ronda Ketchum, Kelley Jackson, Susan Dodd, Mrs. Breeze. 2nd row: Kim Wallace, Kelley Taylor, Donna Srum, Sharon Tate, Lee Ann Newlin, Jeri Wilson, Carol Wake- field, Lynn Peters, Kim Carter, Crystal Peters, Vicki Clem, Janey Pruitt, Lori Izard, Sara Ridinger, Janene Ethridge. 3rd row: Christi Danner, Linda Rogers, Lorita Smith, Bonnie Lacey, Judy Meade, Patty Freeman, Bonita Mullins, Jill Dodd, Rynda Ellis, Dawn Robertson, Roberta Ketchum, Karen Lacey, Pam Danner, Michelle Taylor. 4th row: Tom Moore, Dan James, Rick Clem, Eric Miller, Jim Lacey, Bob Clem, Dan Morrison, Jim Patton, Dave Diel, Lynn Umbarger, Greg Izard, Allan Glenn. Section Leaders: Sharon Tate, Soprano; Dave Diel, Bass; Lynn Umbarger, Tenor; Susan Dodd, Alto. Chorus The H.H.S. chorus had a successful year, as usual, with all of 61 members in attendance, easily becoming the largest class. Under the direction of Mrs. Cindy Breeze, the chorus prepared for the usual winter and spring concerts. Homecoming assembly. National Music Day assembly, contest. Festival, and, as a new addition, graduation. The Festival, sponsored by Homer this year, was directed by Mr. Willie Summerville. To call it a success would only be an understatement. The first half of the program consisted of music performed by the Homer cho- rus, the St. Joe-Ogden chorus, and the Villa Grove chorus combined. The second half was given by the Junior High School chorus from Brooken in Urbana. Also under the direction of Mrs. Breeze is the Girls’ Ensemble and Swing Choir, who perform at concerts and civic events. Much thanks goes to Mrs. Breeze for her time spent on the chorus and for her patience with us. The twelve seniors who are leaving thank her. 73 Jazz Band: Sitting: Roberta Ketchum, Bonnie Lacey, Nancy Morgan, Kim Carter, Ronda Ketchum, Jill Craver, Debbie Robertson, Tom Wolf, Crystal Peters, Lynn Peters, Pam Danner, Marla Wienke, Standing: Mr. Ditto, Deb- bie Schroeder, Donna Srum, Jim Pat- ton, Shannon Clark, Jackie Clark, Kelly Sturdyvin, Randy Allen, John Wilson, Craig Kilian. Swing Choir: Girls: Jill Dodd, Bonita Mullins, Donna Srum, Sharon Tate, Debbie Robertson, Lori Izard, Diane Diel, Susan Dodd. Boys: Dan Morri- son, Eric Miller, Dave Diel, Lynn Umbarger, Greg Izard, Dan James. Girls' Ensemble: Kim Miller, Sara Ridinger, Carol Wakefield, Lynn Peters, Bonita Mul- lins, Patty Freeman, Sharon Tate, Diane Diel. 74 The Science Club, led by the able skill of Dan Mor- rison had one of their more active years at H.H.S. The members were able to view several interesting films and had many unique discussions. A Christmas party was held and added a little rest from the usual academic study. A field trip is planned in April, to widen the outlook of the members. 1st row: Mike Pruitt, Mr. Lang, Chris Stayton, Steve McDon- ald. 2nd row: Dawn Robertson, Wendy Chism, Diane Diel, Vicki Clem. 3rd row: Dave Kasper, Jackie Clark, Rynda El- lis, Kelley Taylor. 4th row: Jim Butler, John Dodd, Sharon Tate, Dave Diel. 5th rwo: Judy Meade, Dave Chrestman, Kelly Clarke, Bonnie Lacey, Lee Hockersmith. 6th row: Wes Taylor, Dan Morrison, George Pfaab, Jerry Burton, Dave Tib- betts. Science Club Officers: John Dodd, Treasurer; Jim Butler, Vice-President; Dan Morrison, President; Vicki Clem, Secretary; Wendy Chism, Student Council Representative. 75 Kneeling: David Nale. Mr. Hales. Lee Hockersmith. 1st row: Dave Tibbitts. David Chrestman. Jack Driver, Jay Newlin, Jim Wolf, Dirk Pell, Jerry Leisch, Wes Taylor, Mike Pruitt, John Bear, Joe Perry. Industrial Arts Club The Homer Industrial Arts Club has been rather inactive for the most part this year. The organization has had two supper meetings with guest speakers. One spoke on the work of a career in the electrical wiring field, the other on sheet metal work- ing. The club will have their Second Annual Spring Dance this may. One more supper meeting is planned for the spring, along with the monthly meeting during school. Officers: Dave Tibbitts, Treasurer; Wes Taylor, Secretary; Joe Perry, Vice-President; Jack Driver, President; Randy Reeley, Student Council Representative; Steve McDonald, Reporter. 76 77 Calendar A ugust 27 Opening Day of School September 1 Labor Day, no school 2 FHA Welcome Party 4 GAA Freshman Welcome Party 5 Varsity Football at ABL 12 Varsity Football at Areola 15 Freshman Football at Catlin 19 Varsity Football vs Arthur 22 Freshman Football at Arthur 26 Varsity Football at Oakland 29 Freshman Football vs Oakland October 3 Homecoming Varsity Football vs Bement 4 Homecoming Dance 6 Freshman Football at Bement 10 Varsity Football at Villa Grove 13 Columbus Day, no school Freshman Football vs Villa Grove 16 GAA Potluck 17 Varsity Football vs Newman 20 Freshman Football at Newman 21 FHA Formal Initiation 24 Varsity Football at Cerro Gordo 27 Girls' Volleyball vs ABL Freshman Football vs Cerro Gordo 28 Girls' Volleyball vs Villa Grove November 3 Teachers' Institute, no school 10 Girls' Volleyball vs Mahomet 11 Veterans' Day, no school Football Banquet 18 Varsity Basketball at Jamaica 19 Girls’ Volleyball at Urbana 21 GAA Chili Supper Varsity Basketball vs ABL 25 Varsity Basketball vs Catlin 26 Thanksgiving Vacation begins December 1 Freshman Basketball vs ABL 4 Girls’ Volleyball at St. Joe 5 Varsity Basketball vs Bement 9 Varsity Basketball at Oakland December 11 Freshman Basketball vs Catlin 12 Varsity Basketball at A -Hammond 13 FHA Caroling 15 Freshman Basketball at Jamaica 16 Varsity Basketball vs Villa Grove 17 High School Christmas Concert 20 Varsity Basketball vs Newman 22 Christmas Vacation Begins January 5 Girls’Volleyball vs Unity 6 Varsity Basketball Tourney at Jamaica 12 Girls’ Volleyball District 13 Varsity Basketball at Cerro Gordo 14 GAA Potluck 16 Varsity Basketball at Bement 19 Freshman Basketball at ABL 20 Varsity Basketball vs Oakland 24 Varsity Basketball vs A -Hammond 26 Freshman Basketball vs Jamaica 27 Varsity Basketball at Villa Grove 29 Freshman Basketball vs Villa Grove February 2 LOVC at Villa Grove 9 Freshman Basketball at St. Joe FHA Week 10 Varsity Basketball at Newman 11 NEDT Exam, all sophomores 12 Lincoln's birthday, no school Girls’ Basketball at Unity 13 Varsity Basketball vs Cerro Gordo, NEDT Exam 16 Girls' Basketball at Georgetown 17 Varsity Basketball at Arthur 19 Freshman Basketball at Oakwood 20 Varsity Basketball vs Oakwood 23 Start of Class A Regional 28 LOVC Fr-So Tourney at Homer March 4 Girls' Basketball vs Newman 6 Solo and Ensemble Contest March 11 Girls' Basketball vs Villa Grove 12 Teachers' Institute, no school 15 Girls' Basketball vs St. Joe 24 Basketball Banquet April 1 GAA Mom and Dad Play Night Boys’ Track at St. Joe 2-3 Junior-Senior Play 6 Boys’ Track at ABL 8 Girls’ Track at Mahomet- Seymour 10 Band and Chorus Contest 15 Easter Vacation 16 French Trip - 8 days! 17 Boys’ Track at Urbana 20 Girls' Track at St. Joe Boys' Track at Georgetown 26 Boys’ Track vs ABL 27 Music Festival 29 Girls’ Track at Georgetown Boys’ Track at St. Joe May 1 Girls’ Track at St. Joe Boys’ Track at Monticello (Fr-So) Boys’ Track at Bloomington 3 Law Day Assembly Girls’ Track at ABL 4 FHA Mother-Daughter Tea Boys’ Track at Arthur 7 Senior Skip Day Boys’ Track at St. Joe 11 Boys’ Track at Arthur 13 GAA Mother-Daughter Banquet Boys’ Track at ABL 14 Boys Track at Unity 15 Girls' District Track Meet Prom 17 High School Music Concert 20 National Honor Society Induction 21 Boys’ Track at Unity 28 Boys’ Track at Charleston 30 Baccalaureate June 3 High School Commencement 78 Activities 79 Homecoming 1975 Ted and Judy Left to right: Sophomore attendants Dave Tibbetts and Jeri Wilson. Junior attendants Dave Kasper and Debbie Robertson, Robin Srum and Paul Lewis, Senior attendants Jack Driver and Donna Srum, Senior attendants Lynn Umbarger and Jill Dodd, Freshman attendants Greg Izard and Carol Wakefield. “Midnight Blue” On October 3rd and 4th, Homer High School partic- ipated in the '75 Homecoming festivities. The week began with the building of floats; the theme, chosen by the Se- nior class, being Spirit of '76 . With most of the work done on the floats, the bon-fire was held Thursday night. The speeches and the cheers, led by the cheerleaders, raised the hopes for victory high and made the bon-fire a success. At 2:15, Friday afternoon, students and teachers gathered in the gym for a rousing pep assembly. The award for hall decorations, which was won by the Freshmen class, was given out, skits were performed by both the cheerleaders and the faculty, and Steve Kasper received the honor of cutting out the name of our latest conquest from Coach Miller's t-shirt. The '76 Homecoming parade, which included the band, cheerleaders, king and queen candidates, attend- ants, and the four floats, started from the school immed- iatley after the pep assembly. After a short tour of the downtown area, the parade slowly pulled into the school drive and the floats were parked at the end of the football field in readiness for the halftime parade that night. The fans and cheerleaders ushered the team onto the field, and the game began. With Homer ahead at the half, the judging on the floats was announced. The mighty Se- niors, with We'll Ring in a Victory , and the Juniors, with We'll Put Them in Stitches , tied for first. The Sophomores, with the theme Spirit of '76 , brought in a close second and the Freshmen were third with Homer Panther Tea -D Party . Through the disappointments and congratulations, the fans continued to cheer on the team to a Homecoming victory. The dance on the next Saturday night brought a close to the '75 Homecoming. The band. Silver Bullet, played Midnight Blue while Ted Tyler and Judy Eth- ridge were crowned King and Queen, fulfilling the last tradition. Homecoming '75 had been a week we Seniors were proud of and would always remember. 81 62 83 The Death And Life Of Sneaky Fitch CAST Singer Sneaky Rackham Sheriff Doc Reverend Black Mervyn Vale Cowboys Mrs. Blackwood Mrs. Vale Maroon Saloon Girls Townswomen Lynn Umbarger Dan James Dan Morrison John Wilson Jim Butler Dave Diel Jack Driver Ron Cordes John Bear Bob Clem Sharon Tate Jackie Clark Bonita Mullins Kristi McKenzie Judy Ethridge Debby Robertson Ronda Ketchum Bonnie Lacey Donna Srum Lori Izard 84 CREWS Makeup Donna Srum Bonnie Lacey Ronda Ketchum Patti Freeman Jill Craver Judy Meade Jill Dodd Susan Dodd Costume Bonnie Lacey Ronda Ketchum Marla Wienke Ronda Kreisel Debby Robertson Lori Izard Prop Jill Dodd Susan Dodd Dan Morrison Rynda Ellis Diane Diel Kelley Taylor Publicity Rynda Ellis Diane Diel Kelley Taylor Lights Tom David Tim Richard Wes Taylor Construction George Pfaab Ted Tyler Jack Driver Lynn Umbarger 85 Allons En Francais Over the scheduled Easter vacation, sixteen students, under the guidance of Mrs. Gertrude Brown and her daugh- ter Peggy Herman, went to Europe for an exciting nine days. The students participating were Craig Kilian, Jackie Clark, Susan Dodd, Sharon Tate, Lorita Smith, Kim Car- ter, Marian Woodside, Marla Wienke, Lori Izard, Carleen Rogers, Patty Freeman, Rynda Ellis, Jill Craver, Dawn Robertson, Pam Danner, and Greg Izard. The trip, ar- ranged by the American Institute of Foreign Study, visited three countries; Switzerland, Italy, and France; and the principality of Monaco. The main cities visited were Geneva, Grenoble, Nice, Monte Carlo, San Remo, and of course, Paris. The French and Italian Riviera were the center of the tour and proved to impress the group. The plane trips, bus rides, and cross country train ride, were the main sources of transportation and were an experience in themselves. One of the highlights at Nice was a visit, (until 2:00 a.m.), to a disco, where we saw first hand, the night life of the Riviera. The people and the whole atmosphere of the trip proved to be stimulating and en- couraging. With the Mediterranean seashore in the first part of the trip and the sights and sounds of Paris in the latter part, those nine days became a memory never to be forgotten. 86 87 Court: Lynn Umbarger, Craig Kilian, Bob Clem, Jill Dodd, Judy Ethridge, Susan Dodd. As the tornadoes danced over head on May 15, the Junior-Senior Prom of Homer High School in the Grange room of the Ramada Inn in Champaign continued. After the Seniors and guests were treated to a delicious banquet with a choice of toast beef, shrimp, and fried chicken, the welcome was given by the Junior president, Dave Kas- per. The hatchets and prophesies then followed. Full of their usual wit and humor, the remarks were enjoyed by all and received in the spirit in which they were given. The Senior class president, Jackie Clark, then thanked the Juniors and gave the farewell. Addison Grace provided the music and everyone relaxed, forgot formal manners , and enjoyed the dance. That is, until 10:30, when Marian Woodside announced the king and queen. Bob Clem and Jill Dodd were crowned by the former king and queen, Chris Sturdyvin and Jackie Ethridge, as 1976 Prom King and Queen, and then danced to Reflections of My Life in the coronation dance. The post-prom, starting at 1:00, was held at Old Or- chards Lanes, where bowling, billiards, and snooker were the early morning activities for the survivors. The Seniors would like to thank the Junior class for a very enjoyable and memorable evening. 89 91 1st row: Susan Dodd, Sharon Buck, Debbie Pruitt, Wendy Chism. Debbie Carmein, Judy Ethridge. 2nd row: Jackie Clark. Donna Srum, Jill Dodd, Patty Lewis, Sharon Tate, Sharon Lawrence, Melinda Allen. 3rd row: Lynn Umbarger, Dave Danner, Jack Driver, Jeff Hubert, Dan James, Larry Robards. John Wilson. 4th row: Eric Miller, Dave Diel, Steve Kasper, Ted Tyler, Tom David, John Bear, Jay Newlin, 5th row: Dan Morrison, Craig Kilian, Roy Wakefield, Brian Grubb Jerrv ' Leisch, Bob Clem. ’ Class of 1976 “The Strongest Man in the World Is He Who Stands Alone.” 92 —Henric Ibsen Sharon Tate Valedictorian American Legion Award Choral Award Wendy Chism Saluta to rian D.A.R. Award Ray E. Litherland Award � Special Recognition David Diel American Legion Award Homer Bank Scholarship Donna Srum Outstanding F.H.A. Member John Philip Sousa A ward 93 Dan James Outstanding H.E.R.O. Boy Dan Morrison S.A.R. Award Lynn Umbarger Choral Award Debbie Carmien Outstanding H.E.R.O. Girl Craig Kilian John Philip Sousa Award 94 95 96 HOMER BAKERY All Kinds Cakes, Cookies, Cupcakes and Rolls. Special Cakes to Order PLAIN BREAD, SPLIT LOAF, SANDWICH LOAF, BUNS Bread is your Best Food—Eat More Of It. YOUR BAKER—M. L. NELSON, Prop. Ads F. C. HAYS Staple and Fancy Groceries Country Produce Your Home Grocery HOMER Phone 36 ILLINOIS TRACEY’S CAFE Meals and Short Orders Champaign Ice Cream - Quality Fountain Drinks Schraffs Blue Banner Chocolates - Tobaccos and Cigars Telephone 16 - Homer, Illinois ELLIS BROS. PRODUCE CO. HOMER, ILLINOIS POULTRY - CREAM - EGGS HIDES - WOOL CHAMBERLAIN CHICK FEED NAVAJO BUTTERMILK Truck Service Phone 63X SuMofci i ► m O T O C Photoyropht-rs for This Yearbook 102 Homer Grain Company 3 Million Bushel Capacity Custom Storage and Drying Telephone 896-2494 Homer, Illinois Allerton Division Allerton, Illinois 834-3397 Congratulations Class of 76” State Bank Of St. Joseph St. Joseph, Illinois Best Wishes WIENKE SHOES Homer, Illinois Member F.D.I.C. Good Luck Class of “76” A Full Service Bank RAY’S HEATING 806 East Main Urbana, Illinois St. Joseph Supply Co., Inc. Danville’s Friendly Keresote’s Theaters 1. Palace 1 -- LOCAL OWNER IHWI] YOUR LINK TO VJU.UC. 2. Fisher SHOP THE FRIENDLY ONE 3. Times 4. Cinema “For All Your Building Needs” 109 N. Main St. St. Joseph, III. Phone: 469-7662 or 469-7663 104 Best of Luck to the Class of “76” Twin City Pontiac Company 1313 South Neil Phone: 356-1801 Champaign, Illinois 61820 105 Congratulations Best Wishes Class of “76” SADLER FEED MILL Ogden, III. FISH INSURANCE AGENCY Homer, III. SIDNEY COMMUNITY BANK Best Wishes Class of “76” Your Community Bank Of Good Service Phone: 1-688-2532 WAKEFIELD STANDARD SERVICE Homer, Illinois Compliments of Bill Lewis Insurance Sidney-Philo Compliments WEBSTER GROCER COMPANY Danville, Illinois Congratulations to the Class of “76” Fithian Grain Company Fithian, Illinois QcUdk'A, BUSINESS EQUIPMENT CO.,INC. 417 N. Vermilion Danville, IL. Taylor Printing Service 110V2 N. Neil St. Rm. 211 L. J. White Roofing And Lumber Co. Champaign, Illinois 61820 Roofing—Siding—Sheetmetal ACE Hardware Sidney, Illinois Ernie Taylor Manager Telephone 356-0842 Good Luck to the Class of “76” 107 108 Vince’s IGA Jim Wakefield Dan Mullis Foodliner Homer, Illinois Wakefield and Mullis Our Goal Hardware, Plumbing Friendly Service Satisfied Customers Heating Open: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Homer, Illinois 61849 Phone 896-2412 Compliments of Brewer Chevrolet Homer, Illinois ELesons 'Downtown Champaign ON-THE-MALL The Big Store With Great Little Places To Shop Phone: 351-4200 109 Congratulations Class of “76” Blossom Basket Florists 1002 N. Cunningham Avenue Urbana, Illinois CLYDE I. WILLIAMS WHITTAKER’S JEWELRY STORE DRAINAGE CONTRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY 113 West Main Urbana, Illinois Homer, Illinois Phone: 896-2622 ROBERTSON’S POOL HALL Homer, Illinois Claude Rosie SYL PHILLIPS STANDARD Tune up, Mufflers Minor Repair Vine Elm St. Atlas Tires Urbana, III. Batteries Ph. 367-9132 BUSINESS MACHINES buncjy 806 N. Randolph • Champaign, III. • •o ran oidc-.m mwr ClABMIOa. 1U1N1I «1110 61820 HOOD’S PHARMACY Drive-In Prescriptions 1106 South Vine Corner of Hollywood Vine Urbana, Illinois Charles B. Hood, Pharmacist COLES The Best of Luck To the Class of “76” Homer Sidney ONE HOUR MARTINIZING 202 West Main Urbana, Illinois 367-7501 Best of All BEE AND SAILORS RECREATION JACK L. ELLIS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE REPRESENTATIVE Homer, Illinois 101 S. Neil St. Champaign, III. Phone: 356-5267 SPORT SHOP 34 Chester V Champaign, III. Phone: 352-2929 Lots of Luck to The Seniors of “76” WAKEFIELD AUTO SUPPLY Homer, Illinois Homer Airport Learn to Fly For Fun and Profit With MARY JANE’S FASHIONS Jr. and Misses Coordinate RED NECK AIRLINES Charter—Rentals—Maintenance 109 S. Main, Homer Ph. 896-2721 Dr. K. L. Wronke Owner Mgr. Business Hours 9-5 Mon.-Sat. T) mgr Champion Store U|V JACK MONTGERARD B fir J Music 122-126 N. NEIL ST. Conn Selmer Band Instruments COMPLETE GUARANTEED REPAIR SERVICE CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS 61820 IIS S WALNUT ST. • Ph. 396-8739 M2 Driscoll Pharmacy Homer, III. 896-2623 Complete Pharmacy, Cosmetics and Fountain Service Doug Linda Driscoll WIENKE LENOVER SALES SERVICE, INC. AND 806 Warrington Ave. TAYLOR Danville, Illinois 61832 CLEANERS Phone (217) 442-0203 Phone: 896-2523 Homer, Illinois (shell) (shellJ SIDNEY GRAIN COMPANY Grain • Seeds • Twine «Fertilizer PHILO AND COLORADO SHELL Feeds Grinding • Seed Cleaning 1901 Philo Road Urbana, Illinois Elevators at Phone: 328-3491 Tune Ups and All Mechanical Work Sidney, III. Tipton, III. Phone: 688-2142 Phone: 469-7313 Compliments and Best Wishes To Class of “76” Alexanders 1st National Sporting Goods Bank Incorporated Of Ogden 1212 N. Cunningham Urbana, Illinois 61801 Ogden, Illinois Phone: 384-2901 Member of F.D.I.C. 155 N. Vermilion Danville, Illinois 61832 Member of the Federal Reserve System Phone: 446-0614 14 Sunnycrest IGA 1807 Philo Road Urbana, Illinois Complete line of groceries, meats, produce, health and beauty aids and a fine selection of all seasonal cards for every occasion. Departments: bakery, delicatessen restaurant Ph. 367-8326 Congratulations to the Class of “76” First National Bank Member of FDIC Homer, Illinois KING PIN LANES RESTAURANT Main Street Homer Phone: 896-2513 Compliments of MARV’S STAR MARKET Broadlands Armstrong, Goodrich Uniroyal Tires Interstate Delco Batteries A-1 Tire And Battery 1211 E. University Ave., Urbana, II. Passenger, Truck Farm Tire Sales Service Michelin Pirelli Auto Parts Tires The Complete Building Center Building Materials Ready-Mix Concrete Hunter-Webb Lumber Compnay Ogden, Illinois Planning and Building Service THE STATE BANK OF ALLERTON Allerton, Illinois Phone: 834-3022 Compliments Of J. A. CLARK, D .0. 405 West First St. Homer, Illinois 61849 116 FRITZ FLOWER SHOP For the Finest Service In Central Illinois Worden-Martin Inc. Your Chrysler, Plymouth Dealer 100 Carriage Center Champaign, Illinois 5 points Urbana, Illinois COURSON HARDWARE COMPANY Your 1H Dealer Allerton, Illinois 61810 288-9511 834-3311 Best Wishes to the Class of “76” 108 S. Main Street, Homer Bill JoAnne Hubert—Owners MARSHA’S BEAUTY SALON Fithion Scissor Blow Cutting Hrs: Wed. Thru Sat. Phone 548-2489 Drying RACE AND MAIN URBANA 384-4500 MEMBER FDIC 117 Compliments of Arthur E. Brown Your Country Companies Agent Homer, Illinois Phone: 896-2049 Congratulations J. E. ERICKSON, D.D.S. Homer, Illinois You Can Trust Paint and Roofing RUSSELL M. SHOAF AREA MANAGER 306 S ELLEN HOMER. ILL. 61649 217-696-2163 JjiMok (ItUfM 7 owtdom S u ppuuj(lotwemm, (foa... the finest names in retailing, including Carson Pirie Scott Co. are gathered together under one roof to give you the ultimate in climate controlled shopping comfort. A suburban shopping center located in the heart of Urbana. Thousands of storeside parking spaces make shopping at Lincoln Square convenient. 118 FOR THE GRADUATES IN THE NATION’S BICENTENNIAL YEAR My son is a bicentennial graduate. He looks like any other kid. He's 18. Eats unbalanced meals. Would kill for car keys. Has fruit flies around his locker. Threatens to self-destruct if we bring a camera to his graduation. I didn't wake up 18 years ago and announce. ‘Hey. we've got to get going on a bicentennial graduate. It just happened. I’m sorry in a way. I wish I could spare him the same exploitation as the bicentennial fireplug decorating competition, the bicentennial keyr- ing. the bicentennial hamburger, and the bicentennial headache. He and millions of graduates are going to get it come commence — the forefathers — on the — threshhold — of — a — brand — new — destiny number comparing today's graduates with their forefathers. Not that it isn’t a good pitch. I’ve heard it before. It makes you square your shoulders, sit up a little straighter (the girls often cry), and for a moment you want to walk out on Lake Erie and be by yourself. Then, the threshhold of a brand new destiny speech wears off like a shot of Novocaine and you are left on the brink with a brave, exciting future and $1.40 in your pocket. What does my son know . . ? What has he been taught? He knows you can’t march in a graduation line and chew gum at the same time. He knows you can't make it in this world unless you know how to diagram a sentence. He knows gym clothes can be a major air pollutant. Some school lunches must be accompanied by a prescription. His typing teacher is into TM. He knows his face will freeze if he keeps mocking his sister. 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