Homer High School - Homerian Yearbook (Homer, IL)

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1984 HOMERIAN Homer High School Homer, Illinois Volume 66 TABLE OF CONTENTS page 15 page 27 page 41 page 51 page 61 page 75 page 95 page 103 page 109 Junior High Advertisements PROWLIN ’ 4 IN THE A.M. 5 PROWLIN’ 6 'W AT NOON 7 8 KlHMOHd AFTER SCHOOL 9 WHO’S WHO IN HHS Most School Spirit: Darren Stayton, Jamie Krukewitt. and Jim Nickelson Friendliest: Kerry Wienke and Katie Simila Naughtiest: Kevin Somers; not pictured. Tina Knight Maniac Behind the Wheel: Rod Robertson: not pictured. Tina Knight Most Talkative: Jim Nickelson. Keli Hardman Class Clowns: Keli Hardman. Mike James. Ke- vin Somers. Jill Moore. Marla Sturdyvin, Frank Deere, Theresa Clark, Tom Brown Biggest Brown-Nosers: Darren Stayton. Kathy Carter WHO’S WHO IN THE CLASS OF 1984 Monday Morning Mopers: the Senior Class Most Likely to Succeed: the Senior Class Best Figure and Best Physique: Kathy Carter and Rex Allen Best Personality: Theresa Clark. Kerry Wienke, and Katie Simila Best Looking: Steve Messman and Kathy Carter Best Dressed: Jamie Krukewitt and Steve Messman 13 KATIE Katie Simila, our foreign exchange student, has been very active here at HHS. Katie, a senior, participated in basketball, track, ensemble, and was very helpful in many senior class activities. She was crowned Prom Queen at the Jr-Sr Prom. We all enjoyed having Katie with us this year and we will really miss her! ... a word from Katie I’ve been involved in an international exchange program through Youth for Understanding, this past year. When I came here, I didn’t really know what to expect. I’ve sure learned a lot about your culture and the people here, and this year has been a great experience. I want to thank all the teachers and staff for all the help and support you’ve given me, as well as the senior class and all the underclassmen for all the good times we shared together. Have a great senior year, Juniors! . . . Katerina Simila 21 SENIOR WILLS I, REX ALLEN, being of bliferated mind and studly body bequeath to Mike Bell my football talents. Good luck next year! I also will to Shane Rogers my ability to sneak up behind parked cars and to Kelly Jones, my umbrella so you won’t drown on those rainy days. I, KATHY BANGE, being of gullible mind and puberty-bound body, do herby bequeath my locker photo (frame and all) to Marla Sturdyvin along with a box of pop tarts and my cheery outlook on HHS school days to Kelly Jones. I, TOM BROWN, on behalf of drunken and disorderly, leave my ability to drink 12 oz. beverages to Bill, Kevin, Kenny, and Denver Deere. To my brother, Slab, good luck and thanks for getting me the stuff that takes you to the mountains. I, PERRY DABLE, being of lean muscular body and highly intelligent, but corrupt mind, will my cleanliness and flashy dressing to the sophomore guys, and a LOT of class to Rod Robertson (This isn’t the late 60’s Rod). And to Mrs. Kerr’s future students, my ability to fluster her by cutting down her kids, (pieces of junk typewriters and junk- heap computers). I, JANET DANNER, being of sound mind body will to C.N. and S.A. the ability to be quiet once in a while and not so obnoxious and the best of luck to the class of “84”. I, RICH HALL, being of short body and corrupted mind do hereby will my free-throw shooting ability to Michael “Jordan” Bell, and my carry-outs to Denver, have fun where the moon always shines! And to my “little” brother I leave the ability to never take a book home. I, FRANK HENDERSON, of questionable mind and body will to the Freshman my ability to get rowdy. I, BECKY KETCHUM, being of sound mind and so called body, will to my little brother the ability to keep his mind and mouth in line in his future classes. Good luck and have fun Aaron. And to the Juniors, good luck next year. I, BRIAN KILIAN, being of bruised and battered body and expired mind do hereby will my ability to put up with Coach Miller to Kevin Somers “BIG GCY”, and to Brian Hardman and Kenny Kirby to play as much varsity ball as I did, GO Pine Brothers. And last but not least, to Shane Rogers the ability to know when they're holding school board meetings. I, STEVE MESSMAN, being of desirable body and immoral mind will my ability to meet women and show them a good time to Matt Dillon. To Keli Hardman I will my ability to find contact lenses in the dark and the ability to keep things together while walking down the hall! If I ever need any help, I’ll be sure to ask, Keli! I, RON MONTGOMERY, being of little mind and body will to Jim Nickelson my defensive position in football (kill ’em, Nick), to Coach Diskin my ability to eat twinks without actually turning into one, and last but not least, to Doug Robertson and Perry Dable the ability to sleep with an alarm clock going off and two people hitting you with pillows. I, JAY MOORE, of so-so mind and not too bad body, hereby will to some certain freshman the ability to grow up and get with it. I, JESSE PRGITT, being of little mind and a big ???, will to Maria Grubb the ability to know when her gas is shut off so she won’t run down her battery behind the elevator I, MIKE REDENBACIGH, being of drunken mind and 90-proof body, do hereby will my ability to raise it” in school without getting caught to any poor soul who needs it. To the Big Guy, “How’s the cars_, buddy? 22 I, LISA RHOTON, being of sound mind and body, will the integrity to Vicky Cutright the ability to keep her hands off things that don’t belong to her, and to Rod Robertson the ability to lie and get away with it. Good Luck! I, DOCG ROBERTSON, being of dirty mind and twiggy body, will David Bell the ability to keep his clothes on, the ability to skip school to Tonia Knight, and special thanks to the 7th hour English class (Kory J.). I KATERINA SIMILA, being of corrupted mind and foreign body, will to Ricky Carter the ability to keep his hands to himself. I, DARREN STAYTON, being of incredibly coordinated body and wandering mind, do hereby bequeath my outstand- ing slam-dunking ability to the '84-85 basketball team, and to Beaker Jones, the ability to keep my feet out of other people’s business (banana peels, K.C., etc.) and finally, to Shane Rogers I will my ability to finish a car within 10 years — and yours isn’t even a FORD! I, TODD STENBERG, being of tiny body and !@$%% ( ). but well-structured mind, hereby will the ability to be able to chase and catch certain people by car to Sharon Smith, to Chris and Misty, the ability to see over the dash without using any foreign objects (like pillows) and last, but not least, I leave my patience to Mrs. Dawson. Good luck with my little brother, N.E.D. I, JODI WAKEFIELD, being of sound mind and body, do hereby will to Susan Allen the integrity to stay away from other people’s boyfriends and to Mindy the cool to not call other girls’ boyfriends on the phone. I, KERRY WIENKE, being of massive body and craving mind, will the ability to have good taste in women and cars to my little brother. To Frank Deere, I will anything he wants at Bob’s IGA, and finally, to Brian Hardman I will half the cool he thinks he has. I, JACINDA WOOTERS, being of very intelligent mind and very short but OK body, will to S.A. the ability to flirt without getting a reputation taller than herself. To C.P. I will the ability to realize what she had when she had it, and to K.K. the ability to “go for it” when the going is good from now on. Class Flower: Red Pink Roses Class Colors: Burgundy Pink Class Song: “Keep On Believing” 23 SENIOR HONORS Girls’ State: Kathy Carter. Kathy Bange Boys’ State: Kevin Sanderson, Todd Stenberg. Rich Hall. Perry Dable, Darren Stayton. Steve Messman. Kerry Wienke, Rex Allen Jamie Krukewitt Valedictorian John Philip Sousa Award Choral Award Perry Dable Salutatorian American Legion Award NHS Scholarship Kathy Bange DAR NHS Scholarship American Legion Award Kerry Wienke SAR Ray E. Litherland Award SENIORS 25 UNDGRCLhSSmGn JUNIORS — CLASS OF ’85 Frank Deer Loriann Dillman Brenda Freeman Monte Gritten Bill Lewis Kip Malinowski Lisa Mashburn Angela Mattox Jim Mayhew Jim Nickelson Cami Norcross Shane Rogers 29 CLASS OF 1985 Junior Officers: Bill Lewis. President; Monte Gritten. V president; Andy Shreeves, Secre- tary; Kory Jones. Treasurer SOPHOMORES — CLASS OF ’86 Rick Carter Vicky Outright Monte Ferguson Terry Hackney Chrystal Dawson Amy Felkner Bill H.arrold Misty Henderson Guy James Skip James Amy Key Jodi Krukewitt 32 Cindy Nickelson Chris Pridemore Sharon Smith Darin LaCrone John Miller Jill Moore Kevin Somer Angie Tester Kevin Wienke Gigi Paquin Mike Ridinger Valerie Place Jody Rushing David Perry Rod Robertson CLASS OF 1986 Sophomore Officers: Misty Henderson, President; Kevin Somers, Vice-President; Gigi Paquin, Secretary; Jodi Krukewitt, Treasurer. SCIPIHC H0KIES 35 FRESHMEN — CLASS OF ’87 Matt Dillon Mark Donoho Keli Hardman Mike James Lori Jones Angela Klipsch Tonia Knight Pat Lewis Kim Mayhew Will Logan Curt Miller Debbie Pfaab Tim Pierce Michael Robards Aaron Rogers Jodi Rogers Sherri Short Sam Shreeves Mindy Stayton Bonnie Warters Devin Webb Scott Whitlock Tammy Wolf Officers: Lori Jones, treasurer; Tonia Knight, secretary; Robbie Danner, vice-president; Matt Dillon, president. JKv?, . ■ EEESEIMEN 39 ORGmiZMioris Row 1: Miss Buckles; Director, Jodi Moore, Chris Preston, Jamie Krukewitt. Row 2: Tim Glbrich. Becky Rauschenberger. Jami Moore, LeAnn Bear, Abby Orwick. Row 3: Darrin LaCrone, Alyson Byerly, Cindy Woodmansee. Annette Felkner. Caroline Griffin, Amanda Orwick. Row 4: Thad Bales. David Poole. Brian Hall. Marla Sturdyvin. Janet Collins, Shawn Spencer. Matt Dillon. MARCHING BAND Band camp was held for a full week last summer, but because there were not enough members, marching band was canceled for the year. In place of the marching band, pep band per- formed at the home football games. Miss Buckles and the Marching Panthers hope that next year there will be enough members to march so that they can once again take the field at halftime. 42 Row 1: Miss Buckles; Director, Jamie Krukewitt, Jami Moore, Bonnie Warters, LeAnn Bear, Abbey Orwick. Becky Rauschenberger, Cindy Woodmansee. Annette Felkner. Amanda Orwick. Row 2: Darin LaCrone, Alyson Byerly, Tim (Jlbrich, Shawn Spencer, Janet Collins. Curt Miller, David Poole. Marla Sturdyvin, Brian Hall. Thad Bales. Row 3: Chris Preston. Mot pictured: Jodi Moore. CONCERT BAND This year, because there was no march- ing band, the pep band, performed at the football games as well as at the basketball games. The highlight of this year’s pep band season was at the last home basket- ball game on Valentine’s Day. The pep band played a variety of love songs on kazoos. This year, with the help of several new songs and the purchase of new pep band T-shirts, the pep band was much en- joyed by the fans at the games. The concert band performed at two con- certs this year — one at Christmas and one in May. Also performing at both the Jr. High graduation and at the High School graduation, concert band enjoyed a very successful year. Pep Band 43 CHOROS The 1983-84 chorus included both junior high and high school students, and we had a very successful year. The chorus as a whole did not attend contest, but several members participated in solo and ensemble contest, and many received First-place ratings. Chorus performed at both the Christmas Concert and at the Spring Concert. We also performed at both the Grade School and High School graduation. Chorus Officers: Sitting: Lori Jones. Secretary: Marla Stur- dyvin, Vpresident Standing: Jamie Krukewitt, President; Jodi Krukewitt, Trea- surer; Cami Norcross, Librarian Row 1: Jodi Ellis. Angela Dial, Lori Jones. Marla Sturdyvin. Staci Noel. Pam Harper, Annette Felkner, Bonnie Warters, Bernice Dawson. Miss Buckles, director Row 2: Debbie Pfaab, Keli Hardman. Valerie Place. Angela Klipsch, Katie Simila. Jami Moore. Cindy Woodmansee, Deena Napier, Caroline Griffin Row 3: Sherrie Short, Jodi Rogers. Cami Norcross. Jamie Krukewitt. Jodi Krukewitt. Kim Mayhew, Alyson, Byerly, Missy Raymond, Becky Rauschenberger 44 Row 1: Keli Hardman, Lori Jones Row 2: Valerie Place, Kim Mayhew, Jodi Krukewitt, Jamie Krukewitt. Cami Norcross, Debbie Pfaab ENSEMBLE Row 1: Miss Buckles. Stacy Noel, Angela Dial. Pamela Harper, Annette Felkner Row 2: Jodi Ellis. Jamie Moore, Cindy Woodmansee, Alyson Byerly. Becky Rauschenberger, Amanda Orwick This year, there were two ensembles — Jr. High ensemble and High School ensem- ble. The High School ensemble started the year by visiting the Champaign County Nursing Home and singing a variety of Christmas Carols to the elderly. Both en- sembles participated in the Christmas Con- cert and at contest where they both re- ceived First-place ratings. The ensembles ended their year by singing in the Spring Concert, at both graduations, and at the Alumni Banquet. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY National Honor Society has a total of 16 members. We began the year with ten members and six more were sashed in January. The formal induc- tion ceremony was held early in May. The induction was held in the even- ing so parents of the new members could attend. The NHS sponsored two blood drives in co-operation with the Cham- paign County Blood Bank. The drive in December was for the benefit of a junior high student who was to un- dergo open-heart surgery. We collect- ed a total of 54 pints of blood in the two drives. The Society is also awarding two $150 scholarships to this year’s graduating class. Sustaining Members: Jamie Krukewitt, Jacinda Wooters. Theresa Clark, Kathy Bange, Brenda Freeman, Janet Collins. Row 2: Mrs. Kerr. Steve Messman, Perry Dable, Kerry Wienke, Thad Bales. On June 6, 1983, twelve girls left for a 10-day trip to Mexico City and Puerto Val- larta. The girls were accompanied by Sra. Best and Mrs. Robison. The school bus left Homer at 2 a.m. to go to Chicago’s O’Hare Airport for our plane to Mexico City! We were taken to many of Mexico City’s greatest attractions by our “fine” tour guide, Nora! After walk- ing over the largest part of Mexico City, we left for four days of peace and beach at Puerto Vallarta. We spent most of our time there either in the pool or on the beach. One day we took a cruise to a nearby fishing village called Yalopa. We all had a really great time and want to give a big thanks to Sra. Best, Mrs. Robison, and all the people who supported us in our fund-raising activities. Superintendent Marvin Mason Principal Ed Melchi ADMINISTRATION Row 1: Chuck Krukewitt. Troy Preston. Larry Stayton. Bob Allen Row 2: President; Jerry Messman, Stephen Stultz. Secretary; Terry Wolf Marty Barrett: Psychology, Civics, Guidance Counselor Marilyn Best: Spanish FACULTY Jill Buckles: Vocal music. Band director Norine Dawson: Home Economics, Coop Work Program, Consumer's Ed. 54 Glenda Robison: Girls P.E., H.S. girls basketball. Senior class sponsor Dale Diskin: History. Civics, Jr. High P.E., High school P.E., Head Football Coach Jerri Titsworth: Jr. High Math, Chemistry, Jr. class spon- sor Jim Farney: Advanced Biology, Biology, General Sci- ence. 7th and 8th grade science Bob Gilhaus: Driver’s Ed., Jr. High Science. Head H.S. Basketball Coach, Freshman Basketball coach Ruth Kerr: Office Practice. Accounting, Shorthand, Typ- ing, Computer Lab, Yearbook sponsor. National Honor Society sponsor Mary Gentry: H.S. Special Education Steve Rinkel: Jr. High Language Arts. Reading, H.S. Eng- lish. Jr. High boys basketball coach 56 Sandra Laniewicz: English, Junior class sponsor, Volley- ball coach, Detention Supervisor Regina Wootner: Algebra, Geometry, Trig Calculus, Speech Drama Nancy Wallace: Jr. and Sr. High Art Susie Morrison: Social Science, Sociology Modern Prob- lems. H.S. Cheerleading sponsor 57 Bruce Miller: Boys P.E., Health, Sophomore class spon- sor Karen Murphy and Sandy Dayton: Librarian, Senior class spon- Tom Lea and Tom Borich: Industrial Arts sor 58 Support Personnel Bus Drivers: Row 1 — Lori Rushing. John Kammin. Charlie Wilson; Row 2 — Ron Barger. James Wienke, Gary Cross. Not pictured: Dave Byerly. Custodians: Ron Barger. Gary Cross Cooks: Barb Pruitt. Sandra Kiest 62 Third place — SENIORS 63 Queen Kathy And King Kerry 64 HOMECOMING ’83 Take You Into The Night Freshman attendants. Curt Miller and Mindy Stay- ton Sophomore attendants, Darrin LaCrone and Valer- ie Place Junior attendants, Kory Jones and Marla Sturdy- vin The theme for this year’s homecoming was Video Games. There was a lot of spirit during homecoming week; Tuesday was scum day, and sign t-shirt day; Wednesday was dress up day, long dresses, suits and ties; Thursday was physical day, sweat suits, head bands, etc.; and Friday was spirit day, wear maroon and gold. At the pep assembly, both the teachers and classes acted out skits. The seniors were awarded the spirit stick and first place for their hallway; sophomores, 2nd; fresh- men, 3rd; and the juniors, 4th. Following the pep assem- bly, the parade made its way through town during which time the rain ruined most of the floats. The classes all had fun anyway getting drenched! Sophomore received first on their float; juniors, 2nd; seniors, 3rd; and fresh- men, 4th. The game was postponed from Friday until Saturday, due to the rain, since no. line marks could even be made in the flooded field. Homer failed to win their second straight homecoming game with the Newman Redskins. Following the game was the dance with the band “Storm.” The theme song was “Take You into the Night.” Kerry Wienke and Kathy Carter were crowned the 1983 Homecoming King and Queen. 65 Send Her My Love 1984 Prom King and Queen, Doug Robertson and Katie Simila 66 Prom Court: Todd Stenberg, Doug Robertson, Darren Stay ton, Ja- mie Krukewitt, Theresa Clark, Katie Simila 1983-84 JR.-SR. PROM This year’s prom was held at the Regent in Savoy. The Seniors were the guests of the Ju- niors as they hosted a pre-prom dinner consist- ing of turkey, roast beef, corn, auGratin pota- toes, salad, cheesecake, and tea. The band, Storm, played the theme song “Send Her My Love by Journey. The court consisted of Jamie Krukewitt, The- resa Clark, Katie Simila, Darren Stayton, Doug Robertson, and Todd Stenberg. Katie Simila and Doug Robertson were crowned 1984 Queen and King by Patti Carter and Steve Messman. Patti was the 1983 Queen. 67 HHS PRESENTS “THE INNER” WILLY” Cast Aunt Louise Brenda Freeman Aunt Hester Jill Moore Aunt Olga Jamie Krukewitt Willoughby Thad Bales Marybelle Loriann Dillman Inner Willy Kory Jones Carol Martin Lori Jones Trudy Marshall Keli Hardman Janet Marshall Debbie Pfaab Stanley Clark Frank Deer Mike Brian Hardman 70 Thad Bales as Willoughby Adams and Kory Jones as his 'Inner self The Cast: Front; Keli Hardman, Jill Moore, Thad Bales, Brenda Freeman Lori Jones, Jamie Krukewitt, Debbie Pfaab. Middle; Kory Jones. Back Brian Hardman. Frank Deer. Andy Shreeves, Darin LaCrone, Loriann Dill man. Jamie Krukewitt. Thad Bales. Brenda Freeman. Jill Moore, and Kory Jones. Darin LaCrone of the technical crew works lights during the perfor- mance. Andy Shreeves, student director, has many responsibilities during the play. The aunts (played by Brenda, Jill, and Jamie) hover over Willoughby when he first begins to see his 'Inner self. Thad Bales as Willoughby and Lori Jones as the girl he loves. Thad Bales and Kory Jones star as Willoughby and his Inner self. 71 Willoughby (Thad) and Inner Willy (Kory) discuss Willoughby’s predicament. Mike and Stanley (Brian and Frank) pay Willoughby a ‘’visit after he asked Carol for a date. Willoughby persuades Mike (Brian) to take Marybelle to the graduation dance. Aunt Louise (Brenda) sniffles that her “little baby is growing up. Lights! shouts director Mrs. Woo. It’s Willoughby's practice time!” says Aunt Olga (Jamie). The giggly twins, Trudy and Janet (Keli and Debbie), argue over Willoughby. The Inner Willy demonstrates one of his many talents — juggling! 72 Everybody Is A Star The aunts inspect Willoughby after they suspect him Willoughby's Inner Self thanks Mike for taking of being sick. Marybelle to the dance. Willoughby reluctantly asks Marybelle (Loriann) to dance while the aunts watch. Kory and Thad star as the Inner Willy and Willoughby. HHS presented the spring play, “The Inner Willy,” on April 6 and 7. The cast and crew members put a lot of hard work into the preparation of the play. The play, directed by Regina Woontner and Jill Buckles, went well both nights, and the audience really enjoyed the production. “The Inner Willy is about a boy, Willoughby Adams, whose life is run by his three aunts who have raised him. Each aunt has different hopes as to what Willoughby is going to do as a future career. Willoughby, on the other hand, knows exactly what he wants to do but is afraid to tell them. Willoughby’s “Inner self,” wearing red long underwear, appears from behind the couch to help Willoughby gain the confidence he needs to live his own life. Through a series of arguments, mishaps, and much confusion, the Inner Willy helps Willoughby to refuse his cod liver oil, turnips, and piano lessons and to convince his aunts that State Tech is the school for him and to give him the courage to take Carol, the girl he loves, to the graduation dance. With this, the “Inner Willy” slowly disappears behind the couch. A special thanks to all who helped: Directors — Jill Buckles and Regina Woontner; Student director — Andy Shreeves; Set crew — Thad Bales, Mike Cutright, Vicky Cutright, Frank Deer, Loriann Dillman, Brenda Freeman, Terry Hackney, Keli Hardman, Jill Moore, Christina Schlueter, Andy Shreeves, Sherri Short, Darren Stayton, and Kevin Zaloudek; Makeup — Cami Norcross, Jodi Rogers, Katie Simila; Publicity — Keli Hardman, Lori Jones, Jamie Krukewitt, and Sherri Short; Technical crew — Darin LaCrone, Andy Shreeves; Ticket sales program crew — Vicky Cutright, Sherri Short, Mindy Stayton, and Tammy Wolf Stanley (Frank) is prepared to fight for | think I d better be going! says Carol (Lori), as the Inner his woman. Willy makes Willoughby put a move on her. 73 HOMER TRACK OMER , TR4CK VOLLEYBALL Varsity Volleyball. Row 1: Marla Sturdyvin, Loriann Dillman, Jill Moore, Gigi Paquin. Row 2: Cami Norcross, Becky Ketchum, Brenda Freeman, Tina Knight, and Coach Mrs. Laniewicz. Mrs. Laniewicz, Coach This year our girls didn’t do well, but they played hard. They also kept up their spirit throughout the season. The team consisted of one senior, five ju- niors, and many sophomores and freshmen. We would like to thank Mrs. Laniewicz for being our coach. Good luck next year, girls. J.V. Volleyball. Row T. Lori Jones, Keli Hardman, Gigi Paquin, Jill Moore. Row 2: Sherri Short, Jodi Rogers, Mindy Stayton, Tonia Knight, and Mrs. Laniewicz. 76 VARSITY SCORES Homer 13 15 Villa Grove 0 15 2 15 Oakland 13 15 1 15 Shiloh 2 15 2 15 Ridgefarm 4 15 0 15 ABL 4 15 3 15 Newman 2 15 8 15 Oakland 0 15 Homer J.V. SCORES 15 6 Villa Grove 15 11 2 15 Oakland 5 15 2 15 Shiloh 1 15 10 15 Ridgefarm 4 15 5 15 ABL 5 15 9 15 Newman 5 15 10 15 Oakland 5 15 77 78 Row 1: Mascot Hooker, Mark Donoho, Kory Jones, Rick Carter, Guy James, Sam Shreeves, Pat Lewis, Mike James. Row 2: Tim Pierce, Mike Bell, Rex Allen, Terry Hackney, Darin LaCrone, Bill Harrold, David Bell. Row 3: Robbie Danner, Bill Lewis, Shane Rogers, Jim Nickelson, Ron Montgomery, Randy Campbell. Kevin Wienke. Row 4: Curt Miller, Asst. Coach Hooker, manager Rod Campbell, manager Matt Dillon, manager Mike Robards, Head Coach Diskin. GRADUATION HURTS CATS The Homer Panthers had a rough 1983 season, ending up with an overall record of 1-7, with the only victory against conference foe, Ridgefarm. The loss of 8 players off last year’s 6-2 team proved too much to overcome. The record is really misleading when you consider that three of the losses were by one touchdown or less — with a touchdown here or an interception there, the Panthers could have very well ended with a 4-4 record. With only 4 seniors graduating, the Panthers hope to improve next year’s record. Newman 25 Homer 8 Homer 18 Ridgefarm 8 ABL 32 Homer 8 Deland-Weldon 14 Homer 8 OT Oakland 58 Homer 0 ABL 8 Homer 6 Newman 36 Homer 6 Ridgefarm 12 Homer 8 Awards East Okaw Conference — Rex Allen, unanimous 1st team, offensive defensive lineman Team — Rex Allen, most valuable offensive defensive Hackney, most valuable offensive lineman Terry Hackney, most valuable offensive back Bill Lewis, most improved Shane Rogers, most valuable defensive back 79 JV’S POST 2-3 MARK The 1983 Panther Junior Varsity squad had a pretty good season as they compiled a 2-3 record. The highlights of the season were a victory over arch- rival ABL and a big win over Deland- Weldon. The JV's help present a good outlook to varsity football for next year. They will help to fill in for the four graduating seniors, who all manned line positions. Good luck, guys! Panther Scoreboard Homer 18 ABL 14 Newman 6 Homer 0 Jamaica 32 Homer 8 Homer 26 Deland-Weldon 8 Oakland 42 Homer 6 80 The cheerleaders began practicing in the summer to get ready for camp. They attended the ICF camp held at the Uni- versity of Illinois. At camp, they did very well, receiving a total of 6 ribbons for cheering skills (stunts, pyramids, and tumbling), cheer execution, cre- ativity, sparkle and shine, and a ribbon for excellence. They were also chosen as finalists in the Grand Championship com- petition and went on to win 3rd place overall. The cheerleaders generated school spirit during football season by having pep assem- blies for almost every home game. During basketball sea- son, the cheerleaders worked hard on new floor cheers and getting fans fired up for the games. With a successful team this year, the crowds at the games improved greatly, and the cheerleaders were able to promote much school spirit and pep. Row 1: Keli Hardman, Kathy Carter. Mrs. Morrison, sponsor. Kelly Jones, Lori Jones. Row 2: Kathy Bange. Jamie Krukewitt. Jodi Krukewitt, Susan Allen. CHEERLEADING b Basketball cheerleaders. 82 Kneeling: Rich Hall, Ken Kirby. Perry Dable, Doug Robertson, Kip Malinowski, Brian Hardman. Guy James. Standing: Shane Rogers. Kevin Wienke, Steve Messman, Darren Stayton. Brian Kilian, Mike Bell. Coach Gilhaus 2nd IN EOC, 15-7 OVERALL The 1983-84 Homer Panther Varsity cagers com- piled a very good 15-7 record with an 8-2 East Okaw Conference count and a 2nd place finish. This was an amazing feat when considered that only 2 of last year’s top 7 players returned and the Panthers were picked to finish last or second-to-last in the EOC. The highlights of the season were 2 wins over arch-rival ABL, a 7-0 start, and Perry Dable’s school record of 47 points against the Rankin Rangers. The Panthers will graduate starters Perry Dable, Steve Messman, and Darren Stayton and top re- serves Rich Hall and Brian Kilian. These players will be hard to replace, but with the return of Mike Bell, Kip Malinowski, and Shane Rogers, the Panthers should be very competitive next season. Varsity Scores Homer 65 Jamaica 60 Homer 70 Rankin 63 Homer 59 Villa Grove 52 Homer 51 Shiloh 48 Homer 75 Ridgefarm 64 Homer 70 ABL 56 Homer 75 Newman 65 Oakland 64 Homer 61 Shiloh Holiday Tourney Homer 64 Tuscola 61 Shiloh forfeit win over Homer Chrisman 87 Homer 57 Homer 61 Shiloh 49 Homer 66 Ridgefarm 52 Homer 52 ABL 40 Homer 83 Potomac 56 Homer 74 Newman 63 East Okaw Conference Tourney Ridgefarm 71 Homer 57 Oak wood 82 Homer 70 Oakland 75 Homer 68 Catlin 67 Homer 63 Homer 79 Bismarck-Henning 66 Regional Tourney at Broadlands Homer 76 (Jni High 35 Villa Grove 68 Homer 57 84 Perry Dable Darren Stayton Steve Messman All State Honorable Mention (Jnnanimous 1st Team — All EOC School record 1 game — 47 points News-Gazette Athlete of the Week Most Points. Most Assists 2nd Team — All EOC Most Rebounds Most Blocked Shots Best Field Goal Percentage BASKETBALL AWARDS Honorable Mention — All EOC Mike Bell Best Free Throw Percentage Shane Rogers Honorable Mention — All EOC Most Steals 85 87 Kneeling: Ken Kirby. Rick Carter, Matt Dillon, David Bell, Rod Campbell, Rob Danner Standing: Coach Gilhaus, Brian Hardman, Kevin Wienke, Aaron Rogers, Frank Deere, Guy James ROLL PLAYING JV Scores Homer 51 Jamaica 36 Homer 51 Rankin 37 Villa Grove 57 Homer 45 Shiloh 52 Homer 45 Homer 63 Ridgefarm 38 Homer 68 ABL 59 Homer 58 Newman 44 Homer 40 Oakland 36 Chrisman 55 Homer 34 Homer 43 Shiloh 33 Homer 62 Ridgefarm 43 Homer 49 ABL 25 Potomac 62 Homer 61 Homer 60 Newman 52 Homer 50 Oakwood 37 Homer 40 Oakland 39 Homer 60 Catlin 58 Bismarck- Henning 60 Homer 43 Freshman-Sophomore Scores Newman 61 Homer 57 Newman 62 Homer 55 Catlin 48 Homer 41 JV’S GO 13-5 The 1983-84 Panther JV's compiled an impressive 13-5 mark with 2 juniors and 3 sophomores forming the start- ing lineup. The JV's defeated every conference opponent twice with the exception of Shiloh, with whom they split, to give them a 9-1 mark against conference opponents. The JV’s were led by a trio of sophomores and a pair of juniors. This strong group of underclassmen will lend tremendous support to the 1984-85 Panther team. A freshman-sophomore team was also fielded this year, but finished 0-3 with all three being very close games. 88 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Kneeling: Mrs. Robison, Coach. Standing: Sharon Smith, Katie Simila, Susan Allen, Janet Collins, Jodi Krukewitt, Cindy Nickelson, Jill Moore. Tammy Wolf. Misty Henderson; manager Janet Collins All Conference — 1st Team Jodi Krukewitt All Conference — 1st Team Susan Allen Honorable Mention Homer 52 Jamaica 61 Rossville 43 Villa Grove 46 Homer 41 Ridge Farm 35 Homer 46 ’Homer 39 •Shiloh 45 Homer 47 Shiloh 50 Homer 32 ABL 42 Shiloh 43 Homer 35 Oakland 52 ABL 49 ’’Homer 93 ’’Armstrong 49 Catlin 48 Homer 40 Homer 39 Homer 42 Atwood-Hammond 18 Homer 34 Newman 32 Oakland 33 Homer 43 Oakland 40 Homer 44 Ridge Farm 27 Homer 35 Homer 39 Newman 20 Homer 44 Homer 26 Potomac 19 Homer 36 ’Conference tourney ’’Regional tourney RECORD IMPROVES The girls’ basketball team had a very exciting and rewarding season this year. They ended with a 7-11 record which was the best in recent history. There were also many close games. Hopefully, next year with the gained experience the break will go our way. Those receiving special honors were: Cindy Nickleson and Sharon Smith most assists (tie); Susan Allen, most steals and all-conference honorable mention; Jodi Krukewitt, most rebounds and 1st team all-conference; Janet Collins, best free throw percentage, most points, and 1st team all-conference. With seven returning lettermen the future looks bright for next years team. Good luck to Coach Robison and all the girls. 91 Kneeling: Guy James, Mark Donoho. Randy Campbell, Skip James, Jesse Pruitt. Standing: Coach Diskin, Jim Nickelson, Rob Danner, Terry Hackney, Rick Carter. BOYS’ TRACK The 1984 Panther Track team was led by a strong group of underclassmen and did an excellent job with only two upperclassmen and nine total members. The Panthers received a 5th-place trophy from the Georgetown Relays, a meet in which the boys and girls alternate legs in relays and combine their times or dis- tances in individual events. The Fresh-Soph 400 and 800 teams set new records in this meet. The Panthers received a plaque for a 2nd-place finish in the EOC JV meet and placed 3rd in the EOC Varsity meet. The relay team of Guy James, Skip James, Terry Hackney, and Rob Danner finished 4th in the 400 and 5th in the 800 at District, with the 400 time of 46.5 good enough to place them on the Danville Commercial-Mews Track Honor Roll. In Homer’s only home meet, we defeated Ridge Farm 81-36. With the Panthers losing only senior Jesse Pruitt, we should contend for the EOC title next year. PANTHER POINT LEADERS Terry Hackney 164 Guy James 147 Rick Carter 109 Skip James 106 Rob Danner 103 MEET FINISHES 5th Georgetown Relays 3rd East Okaw Conference Varsity 2nd East Okaw Conference JV 92 GIRLS’ TRACK Front: Janet Collins. Jodi Krukewitt. Middle: Valerie Place. Kelly Jones. Mrs. Corly. Back: Coaches Rinkel and Robison Sharon Smith. Chris Pridemore, Misty Henderson. Not pictured: Susan Allen. Katie Simila. 93 GRhDUMlOM FOND FAREWELL 1984 The senior class of 1984 ended their high school days on June 1. The commencement exercises, held in the HHS new gym, began at 8 p.m. with the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” march played by the band. After the invocation, given by class sponsor Mrs. Robison, the salutatorian, Perry Dable, give his address — a poem that he had written. The ensemble then sang the class song “Keep on Believing.” Katerina Simila then gave her remarks on her stay with us this year and received a standing ovation. Katie then presented Mr. Mason with the Finnish flag. Ms. Regina Woontner recited a poem dedicated to the parents of the graduates and each graduate presented his her mother with a single red rose. Jamie and Jodi Krukewitt next sang a duet, “Comer of the Sky.” The valeditory address was given by Jamie Krukewitt. Mike Wakefield presented Kathy Bange and Perry Dable with American Legion awards and Mrs. Ruth Kerr awarded National Honor Society scholarships to Kathy Bange and Perry Dable. Diplomas were presented by Jerry Messman, president of the Board of Education. After diplomas were given, Perry Dable, class president, ordered the graduates to turn their tassels . . . the members of the Class of '84 were now officially graduates! Reverend Hall gave the Benediction and the Class of '84 marched proudly out of the gym with diplomas in hand. Ushers: Shane Rogers and Brian Hardman Ushers: Kory Jones and Marla Sturdyvin 96 97 “As Long As We Keep Seeking, There Are New Worlds To Be Found.” 98 First row: Jacinda Wooters, Janet Danner, Lisa Rhoton, Kathy Banger, Becky Ketchum, Katie Simila, Kathy Carter. Second row: Kevin Sanderson, Rich Hall. Jodi Wakefield, Jamie Krukewitt. Theresa Clark, Rex Allen, Doug Robertson. Third row: Willy Roller, Kerry Wienke, Jay Moore. Tom Brown. Perry Dable, Jesse Pruitt, Todd Stenberg. Fourth row: Brian Kilian, Bill Cordes, Mike Redenbaugh, Darren Stayton, Ron Montgomery, Steve Messman. Class Motto As Long As We Keep Seeking, There Are New Worlds To Be Found. 99 May 14 was the date for this year’s traditional Senior Skip Day.” The sen- iors decided to go to Turkey Run, Indi- ana, and go on a 15-mile, all-day canoe trip. The seniors who were present were: Jodi Wakefield, Kathy Bange, Jamie Krukewitt, Todd Stenberg, Bill Cordes, Perry Dable, Kerry Wienke, Darren Stay- ton, Brian Kilian, Steve Messman, Rich Hall, Willy Roller, Theresa Clark, Doug Robertson, Jesse Pruitt, and Lisa Rho- ton. Some seniors took guests. The day was perfect — sunny and warm, and although some seniors had never been canoeing before, most of them did well with no major mishaps, and everyone had a really good time. It was a day we can all remember! SENIOR SKIP DAY 100 1 101 YEARBOOK STAFF Senior Editors: Kathy Bange, Jamie Krukewitt. Ju- nior Editors: Brenda Freeman, Andy Shreeves. Assistant Editors and Organization Activities Editors: Jodi Wakefield. Theresa Clark. Advertising Staff: Standing: Janet Danner, Kerry Wienke, Darren Stayton. Sitting in tree: Kathy Bange, Jacinda Wooters, Jamie Krukewitt, Brenda Freeman, Andy Shreeves. Photographers: Brian Hardman, Andy Shreeves, Ron Montgomery. Sports Editors: Theresa Clark, Perry Dable. Not pictured: Jodi Wakefield. Class Editors: Bottom row: Debbie Pfabb, Lori Jones, Keli Hardman. Top row: Kathy Carter, Kelly Jones. 102 GRADE — CLASS OF ’88 Allen Barr LeAnne Bear Alyson Byerly Jim Campbell Bernice Dawson Sean Dial Randy Eldridge Jodi Ellis Brian Hall Patrick Hubert James Johnson Aaron Ketchum Heidi Laughlin Cory Middleton Jami Moore Jodi Moore Deena Napier Abby Orwick Patrick Perry Jeff Phillips David Poole Chris Preston Melissa Raymond Matt Roop Philip Sarnecki Shawn Spencer Keith Wolf Roy Woodmansee 104 Seventh Grade — Class Of ’89 Chad Benner Angela Dial Annette Felkner Ranee Gaede Becky Griffin Caroline Griffin Pam Harper Tracy Kiest Donna Lindsey Donny Lindsey Scott Messman Beth Mitchell Stacy Noel Amanda Orwick Becky Rauschenberger Eric Stanfield Tim (Jlbrich Cory Whitt Cindy Woodmansee Kevin Zaloudek 105 Leslie Humphrey fills in the space'. 106 Cheerleaders: Kneeling; Stacey Noel. Cindy Woodmansee, Pam Harper. Standing; Jamie Moore. Alyson Byerly. Jodi Ellis. Jodi Moore. Basketball: Kneeling; Scott Messman, Jason Ingram, Jeff Place. Darrell Dable, Jeff Stultz. Tim Craddock. Eric Stanfield. Standing; Jim Camp- bell. Cory Middleton. Ranee Gaede. Cory Whitt, Coach Rinkel, Chad Benner. Tim (Jlbrich, Don Lindsey. Roy Woodmansee JR. HIGH SPORTS Track: Kneeling; Jodi Moore. Jodi Ellis, Cori Cook. Jamie Moore, Annette Felkner. Standing; Jennifer Whitt, Angela Dial, Tracy Kiest, Coach White. Heidi Hubert. Alyson Byerly, Nancy Danner, Mandy Dan- ner. Track: Kneeling; Tim Ulbrich, Shawn Spencer. Philip Sarnecki, Aaron Ketchum, Keith Wolfe. Sean Dial, Jeff Phillips. Standing; Eric Stanfield. Danny Hudson, Mike Cutright, Jeff Pridemore, Tim Craddock, Scott Messman. Pat Hubert, Cory Middleton, Chris Preston, Jim Campbell, David Poole. Back; Coach Rinkel. 108 Best Wishes Class Of ’84 ALLERTON IMPLEMENT CO. Allerton, IL Ogden Servicenter Congratulations And Best Wishes Class Of ’84 HCINTER-WEBB LUMBER CO. The Complete Building Center Building Materials Ready-Mix Concrete Congratulations And Best Of Luck Class Of ’84 FIRST NATIONAL BANK Member Of FDIC Homer, IL Congratulations Class Of ’84 Congratulations Class Of ’84 WAKEFIELD AUTO SUPPLY FISH INSURANCE AGENCY Main St Homer, IL C.T. HENSON AND SON Jim And Ken Building Materials Homer, Illinois Broadlands, IL HOMER FLOWER SHOP LeAnn Benner Homer, IL 896-2302 834-3395 Flowers For AH Occasions Thanks For Your Patronage 1701 N. Hagen Champaign, IL HOMER IGA Best Wishes Class Of ’84 Phone: 352-4258 Here To Serve You WIENKE SHOES Store Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8:00-9:00 Sun. 9:00-6:00 Homer, IL COURSON HARDWARE CO. Your IH Dealer WHITE’S ACE HARDWARE 3003 Allerton, IL 61810 COURSON 228-9511 834-3311 Q hdwe.co. mnm an XL Dealer HJ LH Allerton, Illinois 288-9511-834-331 1 HI IH 133 S. Main St. Homer, Illinois 896-2412 B.J. BEAUTY SHOP HOMER AUCTION Specialist In Permanent Waving And Hair Shaping Homer, Illinois Ph: 896-2262 St. Joseph, IL Mr. B.J. Hackler Ph 469-2321 Owner Auction Every Saturday Night 6:30 PM ALLERTON SUPPLY COMPANY Complete Line Of Chemicals And Fertilizers Fred Page (217) 896-2522 Manager Homer, IL 61849 We’re Eager To Serve You. Larry Wakefield Rick Burris Don Michner Gary Bell Bert Page 112 DRISCOLL PHARMACY 896-2434 Donuts For The Educated Palate DAVID’S SHELL SERVICE J’nJ DONUTS 201 s-Main Homer, IL 61849 896-2221 Phone 896-2612 Tune Ups And Front-end Alignments Judy And Jim Farney Tune Ups And Front-end Alignments Shade Trees Pruning, Spraying Evergreens Lawn Fertilizing BLOSSOM BASKET Shrubs FLORIST INGRAM’S NURSERY Tim Ingram Ted Grill Congratulations To The Class Of ’84 Phone: 217 896-2621 Homer, IL Sod, Seed Landscape Lawn Grading Design 1002 N. 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Your Rolls Royce, Buick, GMC Isuzu Dealer 100 Carriage Center Champaign, IL UMBARGERS INTERSTATE SHELL Congratulations Class Of ’84 1809 N. Cunningham Urbana, IL 61801 Phone 344-1671 Lynn A. (Imbarger Certified Owner Mechanics |b — Here To Serve You — tYOUR SHOPPE Fashions By Phyllis Phyllis Koerner 109 S. Main Owner Homer, IL 896-2721 DON CLEM ILLINI FS, INC. Petroleum Products, Paint Farm Supplies, Radio Dispatched Homer, Illinois Ph. 896-2344 116 HOMER GRAIN COMPANY 6 Million Bushel Capacity Custom Storage And Drying Ph. 896-2653 Homer, IL Allerton Division; Allerton, IL 834-3397 Murdock Division; Murdock, IL 837-2224 Ogden Division; Ogden, IL 582-2860 WAKEFIELD PLUMBING, HEATING, TRENCHING AND BACKHOE Homer, IL Phone: 896-2222 License Number: 058-076-142 Spirit We’ve Got It. CHAMPAIGN NATIONAL BANK Bank Park Bank West Member FDIC Champaign, IL Ph. 351-2800 J PHOTOGRAPHY 23 Gurth Grbana,IL 337-1100 J.R. 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