Overton High School - Los Tejas Yearbook (Overton, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1983 volume:

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Seventh graders Sabrina Gaston and Bridgett Summers mourn summer’s end. _. 2. Beginning The Climb “Awaiting first day assembly, sen- iors Cheryl Elliott, David Gee, and Lori Brown compare notes in the parking lot ss : Containing th eke N | graders L _ Branscom| enthusiasm, k for their new seats. g in the high school hall, senior Jimmy Branscom calmly re checks his books and supplics before the first bell of his final high school year rings. rt at te bottom; so, we It seemed - e oe grass, we now had wi 1ew gym, cafeteria, labs, | While our campus Shnved: a grew, our student yody_ reached toward higher goals. After a great mmer ee we came back to ie excited ness and fear othe unknows. were soon overcome ig new friends. Seventh graders faced ad- _ w life as they entered junior hig of dread and anticipation. Exper- : yegan their last school year with both © happiness that they’d soon graduate and sadness that. they'd leave the security of familiar Becpie and situa- tions. With effort, excitement, and anticipation, we pre- pared for the future as the foundations were laid and the walls erected on our new building. Opening - 3 Seniors Of 1983 4 Seniors Opening 5 + ene 5 Student Life cememsss sessment : After football initiation scalping, @echmen Ernie White, Mork Croteay, Doug Wade and Brady Middlebrooks act (crazy) tough. 6 Student Life ‘Spleching in 1 the bby seal Tonia West and Lisa Hawkins have fun at the summer t band patty. Missy Wageenes ¢ Carl Alexcoder, LaWanda Jackson, Lisa Hawkins and Stacy Hogg ‘work hard” at summer band practice. 1ore homework, nothing to do except lie arounc nd cruise around with friends. The lazy life ---- b ers, oil field construction hands, life guard: ning instruc- baby sitters. We participated in workshops, rodec id took summer ese activities helped us learn something new; share some of our ige with others; meet new people; and see parts of the country different from our own. They provided us with the opportunity to experiment and to find out whether or not we liked a particular type of work, as well as to earn money so we could afford our leisure time. SOs For some of us, summer was a time to look back over the past year to see what mistakes we made; to practice skills we expect to use later on; and to set new and broader goals for - the futu ad fun; but as Aug ved bringing intensified cheerleader, twirler, _and band practices, as well as thos football practices, the anticipation and | excitement of a new school year bega: e looked forward to seeing old friends, to football, and volleyball games, and 3, even to classes. Dhustie Hendley decorates the hall as With everything under control, senior eresa Chiles, Kristen Dale Stanley keeps a smile on his face for est, and Misty Stanger _ the customersas he sacks their groceries at _ _ = =.—Ss Brookshires. = | Division 7 “If you think about it, we’re just one big family,” according to ju- nior Richard Williamson, and ev- eryone got involved to make sure Mustang Spirit continued to grow. There seemed to be a new feeling of energy throughout the whole student body, the faculty, and even the townspeople. Every- one participated in our activities and we all supported each other through the ups and downs. We had pride in our school that showe d itself during the pep ral- lies, the games, the assemblies, the dances and the club activities; but it was especially present when we got that weird feeling deep in- side as we stood to sing ‘Hail Alma Mater ... ‘’ one more time. Twirlers Sally Stroud, Gina Null, Tracy McCartor, Robbi Osburn, Kelly Jackson, Missy Waggoner, and Amy Autrey give a cheer. Keeping up that Mustang spirit, sophomore end Tres Rouquette works hard at practice. Elementary students Amy. McLane, Jamie Autrey, Martiel Montgomery, Nichol Jackson, Ka- tina Spencer, Jan Menges, Shauna Lewis, Brian Jackson, Steven Lee, and Jason Moore toast their team. 8 Spirit Spirit Built By Participation ... Enthusiastically, sophomore Kristi Jarvis and junior Shanette Bu sing the school song at the pe aly =. ca S ke coer id Kevin Rove _ Student Life 9 Money Come, Money Go ... Graduation is almost a reality as senior Todd White orders an- nouncements. Juniors Tracy McCartor, Debbie Findley, Missy Gardner and Dianne Fergason begin the search for prom ideas. RENN Junior Kevin Dudo displays the pride of ownership after he re- é ceives his ring. te Hos For good luck, junior Shanette Butler turns Patsy Brown’s class ring. 10 Jr.-Sr. Cost ¥ a 4 ¥ a 2 2 As juniors and seniors we spent more money than during any of our other years in s - hool. For one thing, most of us got our own cars as rs ani one rode to school with each oth iny more. We n igs too. ve senior Cheryl Elliott put it “Mone y, money, | mon- ey! Everytime it came into our hands, something took it away!’’ There seemed to be costs to every activity and a ‘free education’ was a myth. Of course, the lessons were free, but what about club dues, Mustang T- shirts, bumper stickers, spirit ribbons and buttons, gasoline, and cor- sages? We had class rings, band jackets, graduation invitations, senior portraits, prom dresses, tt ntal, and cap and gowns which were s necessities of | individual juniors and seniors. lasses, we worked in concession stands to pay for the prom, the senior trip and graduation. There never seemed to be enough money to pay for everything. But, regardless of the cost, the fun we had and the spirit we shared made it all worthwhile. h ceeps junior Cindy Glenn busy. When senior portraits arrive, Jack- esc oe out ther Student Life 11 412 Lunch David Matheny, Tres Skeen, and Stacey Cook fortify themselves. a te aa PS a 4 a a : 4 % 3 : Freshman Cathy Eaves spends her entire allowance on daily junk food. ee After exiting the cafeteria line, eighth grader Shannon Turner wonders if he will be able to finda seat. Eager to eat her lunch, Pam Brager heads for the tables to join her friends. _. Sophomore Lisa Mitcham devours a bag of Fritos, while senior Ear- lene Sudweeks keeps her brain food a secret. The “Apple Dumpling Gang’, eighth graders Kevin Moore, Jim Pitts, Stampede At 11:55 the gates of the corral opened and the captured Mustang - students were let loose. They all raced to the field to capture their horses to ride to lunch. The students finally captured their rides and : galloped to town. Some of the kids galloped downtown, others gal- 2 - those who weren't quick enough to capture a mount 3 eteria. The kids had 30 minutes to a faces and — Silver — Away, and all that the Cousens could see were clouds of dust, as the Mustang students galloped back to the corral and alice the bell for the start af =o) period class. “A l My Children” is lots more in- teresting than food for seniors _ David Gee, Cheryl Elliott, and Lori _ Brown. les of eating, senior Wade meets Ms. Pac Man in 1 an= other dimension. First B ptist Church’s Wedhecday Student Life 13 ELGULE 3. The cheerleaders and_ twirlers show their acrobatic skills with the biggest pyramid of the year. The tension and excitement grew as we started toward the gym for the afternoon pep rally. The band played as the students filed in the gym doors and found seats on the bleachers. The cheer- leaders cheered and the twirlers twirled. Everyone clapped and cheered; yelled and sang while the football team huddled and chanted. As the night progressed, we cheered our team on at the foot- ball game. We were usually the loudest when we got a touch- down or intercepted a pass. The football players played hard and fast so that the other teams could not figure out our strategy and as the final seconds counted down, we cheered our team to another victory. After the game, the next excit- ing place to go was the victory dance where the DJ got every- body moving with our favorite songs. Dancing helped everyone loosen up a little more and be- come more relaxed. Friday night’s events made Fri- days just a little less boring for some and really exciting for oth- ers. But regardless of the events of the previous week, we all had to agree with senior Russell Hughes, “There’re not many better places to be on Friday afernoon or Friday night than on our campus.” Peqion LOOME EAVISITOR THE JW. GREEN CONTRACTORS. INC FIRST SUATE BANK = OVERTON HALL-BARRETT DRUG HODGES MANS SHOP NEWCOMB- MADDEN INS OWERTON MOTORS INC. POPE € TURNER Aaiamama “ ESTES UNITED TELEPHO C r Senior captains Kevin Roshell, Glen Null, Allen Cook, Tony Sprayberry, and Jimmy Branscom excite the crowd with a rousing spirit speech. With traditional locker pounding between classes, Kelly Jackson helps create spirit and enthusi- asm. Getting ae jumping, Melinda Gipson and Mark Thomas enjoy the dance. _With the half-time show about to begin, Tuba players Billy Spencer and Dale Cobbs prepare to march. With their enthusiastic playing, the Mustang Band keeps hands clapping at the pep rally. Student Life 15 Court Decisions ... Homecoming — four frantic days filled with excitement, antici- pation, and activity. We dressed up on Western Day and Back- wards Day and acted silly on Punk-Rock Day. On Spirit Day we competed in a mini-float parade, spirit skits, pie-eating contest, a bubble-gum blow out, and a bal- loon bursting event. We paraded through town, car windows deco- rated with shoe polish art, yelling and honking to promote enthusi- asm and proclaim our determina- tion to win. Our team tried to maintain calm, clear, dedicated minds and to concentrate on vic- tory so that the expectant crowd would be thrilled by a resounding Homecoming victory. Finally, at the pre-game show, the duchesses were introduced, the senior princesses were an- nounced, and our 1982 Home- coming Queen, Teresa Utsey, was crowned. Duke: Jimmy Branscom Queen: Teresa Utsey 12 — Duke: Princess: Glen Null 16 Homecoming Theresa Chiles Duke: Princess: Russell Hughes - R- Duke: Cheryl Elliott Princess: Keith Bell Glenda Hankins See OOO — Escort: Tres Rouque 9 — Escort: Paul Faby Duchess: Rhonda McM _ Duchess: Cathy Eaves s Escort: Randy Stanley | -scor a 6 — Escort: Matt Bounds _ Duchess: Linda Branscom Duchess: Cheyenne Lunsford Duchess: Jill Sims a dan ROY lab 5 — Escort: Justin Dudo Duchess: Diedra Long 4 — Escort: Steven Lee Duchess: Jennifer Garsee 3 — Escort: John Glover Duchess: Jennifer Young 2 — Escort: Bryan Merritt Duchess: Amy Philley 18 Homecoming 1 — Escort: David Croteau Duchess: Jill Price K — Escort: Kelly Stanley — Duchess: Julie Philley players determined to psych up their minds and maintain serious attitudes toward continuing our undefeated status. The night be- gan with pagentry as the Home- coming Queen and her Court were presented. The ceremony was colorful and the participants in the festivities — team, band, court, and cheering fans — were aware of a special atmosphere. The Mustang victory was a great climax. a A Nn d P re Da rat | ONS Homecoming week ended with _ Coronation practice finds senior Russell Hughes helping elemen- tary students Kelly Stanley and Ju- lie Philley find their places. Big mums with long colorful streamers worn by seniors Chery! Elliott and Robbi Osburn symbol- ize Homecoming pagentry and _ tradition. Jubilant after their victory, the Mustang team cheers Coach “Bo” Talkington. Student Life 19 The Most Exciting Week Of The Year ... The zany days of Homecoming began with Western Day. Painted hair, exotic make-up, and colored clothes brought Punk Rock Day and strange reversals indicated Backwards Day. But the best day of all was — Green and White Spirit Day. Long Spirit chains and mini-float designs were revealed at the morning Pep Rally, an hour long party with bubble-gum blowing, balloon bursting, shoe and egg relaying and spirit skits. When the cheering crowd left the afternoon pep rally we were proud, eager, and ready to be the best — Mustangs! Punk Rock Day brings out the true identities of senior Tony Sprayberry, juniors Brent John and Chris Trice, and sophomore Alan Gieb. Lots of hot air wins the bubble gum-blowing contest for eightt grader Dawné Hendley. _ Each class has its own favorite “Pie-Eating Monster” ready to eat: 7th-Roderick Adams, 8th- Jimmy Menges, 9th-Doug Wade, Soph.-John Holt, Jr.-Brent John, and Sr.-Todd White. Showing the winning mini-float for the eighth grade are Linda Branscom, Kim Foster, and Phillip Cox. 20 Homecoming Week On Western Day, senior Arli Go- forth and sophomores Melinda Gipson and Carole Eaves show how cowgirls really look. Will Sudweeks woke up on the wrong side of the bed and feels backwards all day because of it. cee ae dd White puts his big mouth and appetite to construc- tive use winning the pie-eating contest. Student Life 21 Here Comes Santa Claus ... Christmas! That special time of year when little children talk and dream about what Santa Claus will bring and the world takes on a kind of glow. As we grow older, though, it seems more important to forget about getting gifts and to share the joy of giving and the Christmas spirit with others. The Christmas season officially be- gan with the parade downtown led by our band. As the month pro- gressed, everyone became more cheerful and excited. Our halls and classrooms began to brighten as we all took part in planning and deco- rating classroom doors. The annual staff kept us surprised by sneaking around taking unexpected pictures and the drama class entertained the elementary students with a Christ- mas play. Santa Claus even paid us a visit handing out candy canes! Dur- ing all this confusion and excitement we took those gruesome two-hour semester exams. When 2:30 De- cember 17 finally rolled around, we were really ready for our two week holiday! Gary Worley tells Santa what he wants for Christmas. A ee A, theists ee a 1930’s Revisited, starring juniors Chris Trice, Kevin Dudo and Sophomore Chip Graham, and Cliff Brunson. “Decorating the door is fun’ agree freshmen Missy Williamson and Kim Stewart. 22 Christmas erry Don : opper, Gus Soe and Melis- The Christmas Dance finds senior Dale Stanley ‘shaking a leg.” After the first grade Christmas party, Stacey Spencer shows Regi- na Baker her new game while Ja- mie Alexander watches. Student Life Having A Hawaiian Good Time The band banquet, sponsored by the Band Booster Club, was held March 5, 1983. At each place setting a name card in the shape of a pineapple, individual candles, and a lei carried out the Hawaiian theme. Blue ocean, doves and a big ship covered the wall at the end of the community center. And letters spelled out ALOHA welcoming the guests. Colorful flowers and a palm tree complet- ed the decorations. After the meal, Mark McClain, a disc jockey from 96X, played records for the dance. And everyone enjoyed the dancing. For a real success, “Thank You” Band Booster Club and Mark McClain. Sophomore Gina Null tastes a sour pickle while sophomore Bobby Raney is interested in something else. Deciding on their choice of food are freshman Brady Middlebrooks and seventh grader Holly Welch. 24 Band Banquet “Will we ever get our food!’ won- der freshmen Misty Stanger and Missy Williamson. With anticipation, seventh grad- ers Jamie Autrey, Cheyenne Luns- ford, and freshman Cathy Eaves watch the others on the dance floor. pa Concentiarng e on his food is eighth grader Randy Stanley, while eighth grader Leann Jackson finds the conversation amusing. Obviously awed by what she has just heard is freshman Nickie Young. OG ohomore. Weldon Kennedy oe through | the Soul Train _line. Student Life 25 Awards And Get Togethers En The FHA Banquet is a special (|| | Hf Lin time to honor the member’s Piueaagi mothers and special guests. The speech department presented the entertainment and Cynthia Orms, State 4-H Council President, gave an informative talk. Special awards: Honorary Members, Andy Chiles and Linda Gladney; FHA Beau, Skip Stanger. The FFA Annual Awards Pro- gram and Reception recognizes outstanding members of the Chapter and community. Awards were presented to: Will Sud- weeks, Star Greenhand; Heath Grammier, Star Chapter Farmer; Mark Bynum, Outstanding Senior; Bill Kitchings, Honorary Chapter Farmer and Hull Bros. VFW, BOAC Award. Greenhands pre- sented a special program. joyed By Everyone ... : . ae : Fi Senior Lori Brown enjoys listening to guest speaker, Cynthia Orms. During the FHA Banquet, fresh- men Cathy Eaves and D’Aun Rou- quette enjoy the food. Senior Cheryl Elliott and her mother, Mrs. Shirley Elliott, enjoy the program. Junior Shanette Butler presents junior Skip Stanger with a gift for being chosen FHA Beau. 26 FHA And FFA Banquets Junior Missy Gardner accepts the FFA Sweetheart Award from sen- ior Todd White. At the FFA Reception, Mr. Midd- lebrooks enjoys talking to fresh- man Mark Croteau. The Star Greenhand Award is presented to freshman Will Sudweeks by senior president Glen Null. junior Martin Little receives the Most Unselfish Member Award from junior Richard Williamson. _ Student Life 27 abi eeeore dno A Time-Out For Sports Players ... The end-of-year get together with coaches, parents, players and dates was anticipated all year. It’s the one time when every athlete is honored in front of those peo- ple who are most important to him. Juniors were expecially anx- ious because they finally got their letter jackets. “It’s just a slip of paper, but you’d have to fight to take it away,” senior Tony Spray- berry spoke for most of the ath- letes who received their cher- ished awards. tion between sophomore John Boyle, freshmen DeAnn Bounds, Amy O'Neal, and Jodi Hightower. Fy Jr. Tony Jackson, soph. Weldon Kennedy, fresh. Tonja West, and soph. Angela Kilgore watch some- - thing interesting. Senior Theresa Chiles ‘‘borrows” a potato chip from sophomore Tres Rouquette’s plate while he enjoys his grilled hamburger. Proudly accepting the Billy Jack Roberson Award from Coach Talkington is senior Allen Cook. 28 Sports Cook-Out Senior Glen Null holds an uninvit- ed visitor by the tail. Taking his time senior Jimmy Branscom carefully fills his plate. cd The ‘Mary Fleming Award, pre- 7 _ sented by Coach Talkington, hon- ors Arli Goforth. | Sophomore Chip Graham assists | freshman Anita Phelps in fixing Student Life 29 AYRE ARR eHCRMUUSirniene Mannion renienriteneniecannnrmrroHaNNnsaIAclide A “Night-Life” We Will Remember ... This year’s prom took months and months of planning. When it was finally time to decorate every- one in the junior class left school about 2:15. With the music blaring and everyone from parents to ar- madillos coming in to take a look, we had the walls papered by 11:30. By 1:15 there were only a few minor things left to do and it was impressive. The prom went smoothly. None of the decorations fell (a relief) and it looked sharp. Along with that, the food was delicious, the disk jockey played good music, and everybody looked great all dressed up for a change. New York City Night Life — A ay night we will remember! While juniors Kevin Dudo and Richard Williamson stand guard, classmate Skip Stanger reads the Prophecy. While senior Teresa Utsey selects slices of bread, seniors Allen Cook and Jimmy Branscom watch impa- tiently. 30) Jr.-Sr. Prom the seniors look excited while having a group picture taken. “I willmy ...” stirs anticipation in the juniors as seniors David | Gee and Shannon Wade read the will at the Prom. The reading of the Will and the Prophecy entertains seventh grader Tricia DeGuerin, jr. Martin Little, Mr. Stanger, sr. Tony Sprayberry, Janet Clark, and the rest of the guests. Senior Connie Still reads the scroll to find out what’s happening. Student Life 31 n -. O = Mark Bynum Teresa Utsey ® 32 Honors Beauty And Handsome Theresa Chiles and Dale Stanley School Favorites Russell Hughes and Cheryl Elliott Student Life 33 FFA Sweetheart Missy Gardner iott a... Band Sweetheart Cheryl Ell 34 Honors arirrieemoen ces hese senP PTCA SETI Hece ie FHA Beau Skip Stanger Student Life 35 AOA BAR AAACN Awards For High Achievers Work, dedication, preseverance and sleeplessness are required to get the most from an education. The students on these pages worked hard trying to learn all the dates, laws, sentence structure, plots, theo- rems and other details required to be high achievers. We are especially — proud of them; but we are also proud of those students who do not appear here because without the prodding of these students trying to overtake the leaders, no one could have reached the highest goals. EARLENE SUDWEEKS: Science, Math, Speech, Social Studies, English, and Scholarship. LORI BROWN: Home Economics, TERESA UTSEY: Leadership, Miss and Rusk County Chamber of 0O.H.S., and Rusk County Cham- Commerce. ber of Commerce. PERFECT ATTENDANCE: FRONT ROW: Tammy Sprayberry, Angela Blevins, Debbie Findley, Will Sudweeks, and Shon Smith. MIDDLE ROW: Joe Holt, Cheryl Elliott, Brooke Barber, Becky Sprayberry, Mi- chelle Arnold, Doretha Gardner, and Melinda Gib- son. BACK ROW: Lisa Webb. 36 Awards CHERYL ELLIOTT: Typing. © MARK BYNUM: — $= Mons GINANULL: Drama. —=—s A SUSAN SUDWEEKS, MISSY . GARDNER AND not pictured RUSSELL HUGHES: Voice of De- mocracy (VFW). sw ROL Welch, Sara _Mondier, Sheri Brown, Jim Pit d Carole Eaves. MIDDLE ROW: Paul Haby, Gina Null, Earlene Sud- weeks, Lori Brown, Theresa Chiles, and Teresa Utsey. BACK ROW: Nickie Young, Cheryl Middlebrooks, Tammy Sprayberry, and Jim White. Student Life CLASS OF 1983+ ONT ROW: Cheryl Elliott, Coane Still | i esa — Gleaae Ha Lori Brown, and Arli Goforth. SECOND ROW: Andrea Beekman, Russell Heche Jimmy Branscom, Dal Stanley, Robbi Osburn, Earlene Sudweeks, Jackie Bagley, and Shannon Wade. BACK ROW: Glen Null, Keit! Bell, Allen Cook, David Gee, Tony Sprayberry, Billy Spencer, Mark Bynum, not pictured, Todd White, ani Kevin Roshell. ] . Valedictorian-Teresa Utsey. 38 Graduation Class Of 1983 All through our high school years everyone told us to enjoy them because they would be our best. We didn’t think much about it, though, until May 29. All of a sudden we looked back at all the pranks we’ve pulled and the time we've wasted and wondered how this day arrived so fast. _ This seemed very sad, but graduation was really a great mi- lestone for us. Sadness and joy combined and we seemed to have left a part of ourselves behind. On the other hand, we gained a lot _ too. There was a certain feeling of accomplishment in graduating; our parents and teachers were proud and our mas gave us a secure feeling. could go into the adult world, find the spot where we belonged, and face the future with confidence. Th Seniors faces show the conflicting emotions as they await the sounds of “Pomp and Circumstance.” Jackie Bagley smiles as she re- ceives her dipolma from Roger Moore. congratulation and farewell hug hared by Andrea Beekman and onnie Still. Student Life 39 CAAA SAMIR SRA Aad Uer abit eoedorecoeer auburn shed , 40 People Relationships to Grow On The relationships we developed with people at school, friends, teachers, even enemies, were as different as the people involved; but all were important in helping us grow and overcome the difficulties we faced as we stretched toward the future. From friendships with our peers we learned the importance of knowing and understanding ourselves in order to share strength, sup- port and trust with others. We shared the good times of hanging around with “good buddies” both at school and away. And we shared the bad times, too, when all the world seemed to be coming down on us and it was good to have friends who listened without judging and kept our confidences. Friendships with teachers were important too. For one thing, we learned that life moved along much easier if we “got along” with those alien beings. For another, we discovered that a student teacher rela- tionship, based on mutual trust, can be unique and far reaching and can offer us a source of knowledge and experience wider than our own. Finally, from that all important boy girl romantic relationship we experienced the unexptected feeling that one special person’s pres- ence was as vital to our existence as breathing — and we were larger than life or lower than dust depending on the state of that romance on any given day. All of these - relationships to grow on. Mrs. Pat Gardner and Mrs. Sandy Job enjoy their Teacher’s Day Luncheon. People Division SS... Eighth graders Lisa Melton and : Sherri Haddock have a “good. time” showing their school spirit _ Mr. O'Donnel lays down the law to sophomore Martha Watts about test grades. Kelli Rogers and senior Keith Bell enjoy just being together at the FFA-FHA Valentine Dance. Division 41 Officers REESE URI NEARED ON ORICON CRAPO AE CRESPO SH ‘Teresa Utsey Glen Null Handsome 42 Seniors Jacqueline Hawkins Bagley Volleyball-1,2,3; Basketball- 1,2,3; Hon. Men.-3; FHA- 1,2,3,4; Band-1,2,3; Class Re- porter-3; Library Club-4; Class Favorite-3; Perfect At- tendance-1 Andrea Kaye Beekman FHA-1,2,3,4; Historian-4; Spanish Club-3,4; Library Club-2,4; Volleyball-1 Harold Keith Bell FFA-1,2,3,4; Officer-2,3; Greenhand Skills Team-1; Chapter Skills Team-3; Class Officer-1,2; Favorite-3; Band-1,2,3,4; Homecoming Escort-4; Football-2,3; Bas- ketball-1 Jimmy Lee Branscom Football-1,2,3,4; Captain-4; Hon. Men.-2,3; 1st Team All Dist. Off., All Dist. Def.-4; FFA-1,2,3,4; Officer-3,4; Skills Team-1,3; Poultry Team-2; Greenhand Officer- 1; Radio Team-4; Band-1; FHA-4; Track-2,3; VFW Award-3; U.I.L. Ready Writ- ing-4; Homecoming Escort- 4; Who's Who-4 “This is our last pep rally, ever.” Seniors grin as they receive special honor. People 43 Shannon Wade points at her fa- ‘ vorite book in her locker. Lori Sue Brown Salutatorian-4; Band-1,2,3,4; State Solo Ens.-2,3; All Dist. Band- 2,3,4; Outstanding Senior-4; 4-H- Pres.-2; Gold Star-3; Citizenship Award-2,3; County Council Vice Pres.-2; Sec.-4; FHA-1,2,3,4; Pres.- 4; Encounter Award-1; ‘Annual- 1,2,3,4; Student Council Rep.- 1,2,3; Beta-2,3,4; Spanish Club- 3,4; Vice Pres.-4; Class Favorite-2; Volleyball-1,2; Who’s Who-2,3,4; FHA Award-4 Kevin Mark Bynum Mr. OHS-4; FFA-1,2,3,4; Officer- 3,4: Outstanding Citizen-3; Star Greenhand-1; Star Chapter Farm- er-2; Poultry Team-1; Speaking- 3,4; Class Vice Pres.-2; Rep.-1; Ag. Award- 4 Theresa Annette Chiles School Beauty-4; Class Beauty-3,4; Favorite-1; Officer- 23) Chee leader-4: Band-1,2,3,4; Sec. Treas.-3,4; State-2,3; Beta-2,3,4; Vice Pres.-4; Staff-2,3,4; FHA- 1234; Volleyball- “12; ULL. Shorthand- 3; Who's Who- 3,4; Homecoming Duchess-3; Queen Nominee-4 Danny Allen Cook snipe ndlieaitanabiie Abele onccneternaimte ni Football-1,2,3,4; Captain-4; Hon. Men. Def. LB-3; 2nd Team All Dist. Off. TE Def. LB-4; Track- 3,4; Ist Dist. Disc-3; 2nd Shot-3; Reg. Shot Disc-3; 1st Dist. Shot Disc-4; Reg.-4; State-4; FFA- 1,2,3,4; Basketball-2; FHA-4 Cheryl Denise Elliott School Favorite-4; Band-1,2,3,4; Sweetheart-4; Pres.-4; Rep.-3; Twirler-1,2,3,4; Beta-2,3,4; Sec. Treas.-4; Homecoming Queen Nominee-4; Annual 1,2,3,4; FHA- 1,2,3,4; Class Vice Pres.-4; Sec. Treas.-3; Pres.-1; U.I.L. Typing 1st Dist.-3; Typing Award-3,4; Volley- ball-1,2; Who’s Who-3,4 44 Seniors Mary Kay Wright Endsley David Alton Gee FFA-1,2,3; Radio Broadcasting-3; Annual Staff-2,3,4; FHA-4 Arli Jo Goforth Beta-4; Volleyball-4; Basketball-4; FHA-4; Officer-4; Speech Dra- ma-4; One-Act Play-4; U.I.L. Spelling-4 Glenda Faye Hankins Band-1,2,3; Sweepstakes-2; FHA- 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Duchess-2; Queen Nominee-4 Russell Jay Hughes Class Sec. Treas.-1, 2, ; Student Council Rep.-1, 2, 4; FFA- 1, 2 ,3,4; Radio Broadcasting Team-3,4; Drama Club-4; Spanish Club-2, 4; Band-1, 3; All Dist.- 1 3, ULL. Ist Ensemble-1 ; Homecoming Escort-4; VFW Award-4; ( WRHS) On Hat Day during Homecoming Week, Dale Stanley and Keith Bell make sure their hats are properly adjusted. People 45 Jackie Bagley and Tony Sprayberry are amazed that David Gee has money left after paying for his senior pictures. Glen Anthony Null Class Favorite-4; President-2,4; Homecoming Escort-1,3,4; Foot- ball-1,2,3,4; Captain-4; All Dist. All Area-4; Hon. Men-3; Basket- ball-1,2,3,4; Captain-3,4; All Dist- 3,4; All Tourn.-3; FFA-1,2,3,4; President-3,4; Greenhand Pres.-1; Star Chapter Farmer-2; Dairy Judging Team-1,2; Skills Team-1,3; Radio Team-4; Student Council-1; Annual Staff-1,2,3,4; Speech Drama-2,3; High Ranking Boy-4 Robbi Young Osburn Band-1,2,3,4; Twirler-1,2,3; Drum Major-4; FHA-1,2,3,4; Speech Drama-1,2,3; Annual Staff-1,2,3; Volleyball-1,2,3; Girls Golf Dist. Reg. Med.-3; State-3; FFA Sweet- heart-3; U.I.L. Literary Meet-1,2,3; State Solo Ens.-3 Kevin Earl Roshell Football-3,4; FFA-1,2,3; Track- 1,2,3; FHA-4; Spanish Club-3 Billy Joe Spencer Band-1,2,3,4; Annual Staff-3,4; Li- brary Club-3,4; FFA-1,2,3,4 Tony Ray Sprayberry Football-3,4; Captain-4; Basket- ball-3,4; Captain-4; FFA-1,2,3,4; Chapter Skills Team-4; Radio Broadcasting-3; Tennis-4 46 Seniors Dale Alvin Stanley FFA-1,2,3,4; Officer-3,4; Poultry Judging-1; Greenhand Skills Team-1; Chapter Skills Team-3; Football-2; Basketball-1; Class Handsome-1,4; Favorite-3; School Handsome-4; Class Officer-2,4 Connie Jean Still FHA-1,2,3,4; Spanish Club-3,4; Sec. Treas.-3,4; Library Club-2,3,4; Sec.-3; Student Council Rep.-4 Earlene Sudweeks Beta-3,4; Pres.-4; Speech Dra- ma-4; Treas.-4; U.I.L. Speech-3,4; State-3,4; Science, Math, Speech, Social Studies, English, Scholar- ship Awards-4; Spanish Club-2,3; Award-3; Honor Roll-1 ,2 ,3,4; One-Act Play-3,4; Who’s Who-4; USAA-4; Music-1 %; Student Council Alt.-1 ; ( MSHS) Teresa Vel Utsey Valedictorian-4; Miss OHS-4; An- nual-1,2,3,4; Editor-3,4; Student Council Pres.-4; Treas.-3; Home- coming Queen-4; Beta-2,3,4; Rep.-4; State Conv.-4; Band-— 1,2,3,4; State-2,3; All Dist.-2,3; Solo-Ens.-1,2,3; Sweetheart-2; FHA-1,2,3,4; Officer-3,4; Who's Who-4; Spanish Club-3,4; Officer- 3; Voileyball-1,2; Class Pres.-3; Sec.-2; Beauty-2; Favorite-4; Lead- ership Award-4 Shannon ‘Dianne Wade Spanish Club-3,4; Pres.-4; Library Club-1,2,3,4; Pres.-4; FHA-1,2,3,4; Sec-3,4; Beta-2,3,4; Student Council Rep.-2; Sec.-4; Volley- ball-1,2; Who’s Who-4 Todd Edwin White Class Officer-1,4; FFA-1,2,3,4; Of- ficer-3,4; Greenhand Skills Team- 1; Chapter Skills Team-3; Class Fav.-1; Homecoming Escort-2; Football-1,2,3; Speech Drama- 3,4; Spelling-1; One-Act-3,4; An- nual-1 People 47 Junior Officers Rusty Hughes says, “l enjoy roping because it is very challenging and fun.” as., Missy Gardn � Vice President. % Patsy Brown Shanette Butler Ronnie Davis Kevin Dudo Dianne Fergason Debbie Findley Missy Gardner Cindy Glenn Dhustie Hendley Rusty Hughes heal ict tla nue liana s ee SSE ASTI SE . ; : Kent John and Richard William- son show their skill while building props for the One-Act Play. 48 Juniors Tony Jackson Brent John Kent John Judy Johnson Martin Little Tracy McCartor Linda Robinson Skip Stanger Chris Trice Richard Williamson Bruce Wilprit Favorites Handsome People 49 Sophomore Officers Susan Sudweg Bes., K ae is dent, Cliff,B ics) our late| Rhonda Melinda Gipson says, “I went to modeling school to im- prove and better understand myself.”” Amy Autrey John Boyle Cliff Brunson Kin Bryan Scott Campbell Tammy Cornett Cindy Cottle Kevin Dukes Carole Eaves Alan Gieb Melinda Gipson Chip Graham Heath Grammier Keith Grammier Kristen Hamilton Dewayne Hawkins Darryl Henson Sherry Henson Toni Herrin Kathy Higginbotham John Holt Jerry Don Hopper Kelly Jackson 50 Sophomores Kristi Jarvis Weldon Kennedy Gus Kennedy Angela Kilgore Charles Long Rhonda McMillan Lisa Mitcham Wendy Mondier Chris Moog Gina Null Deana Rinehart Phillip Robinson Mike Rogers Tres Rouquette Melissa Still Sally Stroud Susan Sudweeks Jim White Gary Worley Favorites Handsome People 51 Freshmen Officers —__ Tina Hankins says, “I enjoy going to sing at nursing homes and for other groups of people to help lift their spirits.” Pas., Nicki Young —:R utes MMi felel(elge Penny Allen Brooke Barber Angela Blevins DeAnne Bounds Pam Brager Mark Croteau Cathy Eaves Marteal Foster Paul Haby Tina Hankins Tammy Hanks Kim Harris Kevin Henson Jody Hightower Brady Middlebrooks Amy O'Neal Ninth grader Will Sudweeks hasn't caught the punch line, but best buddy, freshman Shon Smith finds everything a joke. 52 Freshmen Mike Pellham Dennis Ray D’‘Aun Rouquette Cara Scarborough Shon Smith Becky Sprayberry Misty Stanger Kim Stewart Angela Still Will Sudweeks Crystal Summers Mark Thomas Doug Wade Missy Waggoner Mary Ann Ware Tonja West Ernie White Missy Williamson Nicki Young Favorites RR, all emcee Handsome Eighth Officers Chris Cook says, “I especially enjoy taking pictures of sce- ‘Rery, Mountains, and flow Srter, Laura Bell @ec. Treas., Lean bad Sherri Haddock — Vice President. Michelle Arnold Chris Barnes Laura Bell Schona Blevins Cassandra Brager Linda Branscom Tim Chester Dale Cobbs Chris Cook Stacey Cook Chris Creekmur Sherry Driver Richard Driver Brenda Florence Kim Foster Sherri Haddock Rosiland Hamilton Brud Hankins Lisa Hawkins Dawné Hendley Tammy Honeycutt Lisa Hughes LaWanda Jackson Leann Jackson Janice Johnson 54 Eighth Grade Handsome Anthony Kennedy David Matheny Lisa Melton Jimmy Menges Cheryl Middlebrooks Kevin Moore Jim Pitts Mark Price Ronney Ray Stephen Rhodes Michele Riley Tres Skeen Tammy Sprayberry Randy Stanley Rubin Thompson Shannon Turner Phyllis Wallace Lisa Webb Ron Willardson Melynda Wright People 55 Seventh Officers —aw Sheri Brown says, “I really think sewing and 4-H are a lot of fun.” Roderick Adams Carl Alexander Jamie Autrey Lori Barber Allison Bobbit David Boyd Troy Brager Sheri Brown Paul Bynum Lou Driver Lance Dunton Clarence Foster Doretha Gardner Sabrina Gaston Jackie Grant Elisa Haynes Staci Hogg Joe Holt On Punk Rock Day, Lawanda Jackson shows her bubbling personality. 56 Seventh Grade Lisa Hopper James Johnson Teresa Lewis Hunter Little Cheyenne Lunsford David McLane Sara Mondier Chris Olscn James Reagan Dean Sims Bridgett Summers Derrick Wade . Larry Webb Holly Welch LaKisha Wilprit Jimmy Wilson Marcus Wright Favorites | Troy Brager ’ Teresa Lewis People 57 Sixth Brian Arnold Anthony Arterberry Linda Baker Ricky Barnes Matt Bounds Calvin Brager Laura Bynum Kevin Cameron Steven Chester Kelly Cook Troy Cook Donna Dalgarn Anthony Gardner Patty Gieb Tommy Gipson Adrian Goodacre Chris Grant Sabrina Hensley Jimmy Henson Janet Holt Kelly Jackson Lois Jackson Paula Myhand Donny Pryor Ross Reeves Bubba Rhoades David Riddle Jill Sims Mandy Skeen Tina Still Monty Thomas Dylan Wallace Vickie Washington Jeff Webb Chris Williamson Sabrina Wilson 58 Elementary Studying spelling words occupies Anthony Arterberry while Adrian Goodacre finds reading fascinating. Mr.Huckabee uses Bubba Rhoades fo an. assistant while Mrs. watches. Huckabee Eddie Rambo, Randy Redic, Jena Autrey, Michael Reagan learn about Indian life. Fifth Odell Adams Jena Autrey Charlotte Bain Clint Bates Scott Davis Margaret Driver Justin Dudo James Foster Remey George Travis Haby Shannon Hamilton Rexella Haynes Brian Jackson Carrie Jackson Loys Jackson Nichol Jackson Kurt Kitchings David Lay Shauna Lewis Diedra Long Jerry Luster Jan Menges Martiel Montgomery Jason Moore Jeffery Moore Lora Nelson Kevin Petty Eddie Rambo Lowell Randel James Ray Michael Reagan Randy Redic Paul Roberson Mary Rice Rouquette Kenneth Sowell Katina Spencer Susan Stewart Lori Strickland Cindy Thomas Chris Turner Wendy Welch Susie Williams People 59 Fourth Carla Arterberry Cliff Bates Zoe Becker Katherine Blevins Charlie Brager Geno Brager Loyce Brager Rochelle Brazier Brian Brown David Brown Angie Cagle Stephanie Chandler Steven Clinton David Croteau Thomas Darnell Jennifer Garsee Vickie Gaston Keith Grant Stephen Hamilton De’Ann Hamlet Andrea Harper Anthony Hendley Ace Hightower Bryan Hogg Kenneth Honzell Randy Humble Kristi Kear Jonathon Kennedy Steven Lee Shelby Lunsford Amy McLane Jeremy McMillan Chris Merritt Kim Moore Adrian Morris Chrissy Owens Heath Poole Greg Pryor Zandi Ray Terri Reddic Bridget Redic Eloise Ritch Amie Sikes Wade Silvey Donna Sprayberry Darrell Stewart Marie Sudweeks Kristi Thompson Rio Wallace Ronnie Ware Shane Warren Nicky West Brian White Katina Wilson Delisa Wright Danny Yowell 60 Elementary Third Terri Jo Barnes Corey Bobbitt Heidi Brown Queenie Cameron Kristi Davis Damon Dennis Amy Duncan Shawna Dunton Raymond Elj Casey Gaston John Glover Marsha Hawkins Larry Haynes Dickie Hensley Jason Honzell Mary Lois King Stephanie King Nicki Lacy Tony Lay Chase Maxwell Jena Moffet Adam Nelson Holly Poole Kristina Ramsey Sheri Rhodes Rob Russell Todd Smith David Sowell David Spencer Nanette Sudweeks Lisa Sullivan Blaine Summers Kevin Teague Traci Teague Shannon Varner Erin Webb Jeremy Webb Angie Williams Jennifer Young Finished with all his work, Damon Dennis doesn’t know what to do next! People 61 Second Bobby Anthony Darren Cameron Rebecca Carpenter Chris Carter Frank Conrad Julie Edwards Gary Fanning Shawn Gaddis Brandy Goodrum Joshua Green Charie Haby Jason Hawkins Thomas Jarrett Kelli Kear Katie Kennedy Richard Lacy Lance Lawless Rhonda McKennon Bryan Merritt Rhonda Miller John Pavel Amy Philley Zeph Rouquette Jolie Sikes Elizabeth Silvey Tana Sims Shelly Sprayberry Stephanie Stevens Brad Stewart Susie Stewart Ronald Williams Jaimy Wilprit Jason Worley Bryan Merritt enjoys his coke and _ Shelley Sprayberry’s sexy eyes say, cookies at the Christmas party. “Look at me!” 62 Elementary First James Alexander Donny Baker Regina Baker Darryel Clinton Cameron Cook Daniel Croteau Shannon Dalgarn Samatha Darnell Heather Davis Desmon Dennis Jeffery Elj Stephen Evans Crystal Gaddis Sarah George Dusty Glidewell Adana Hensley Stephanie Hensley Robert Honzell Starla Jennings Starr Kendall Dennis King Alan Kitchings Cheryl Lewis William Maxwell Shane McAdoo James McDaniel Alicia Moreno Sara Nelson Tiffany Pace jill Price Bobby Ramsey Tammy Ramsey Brandon Reagan Cody Riley Jake Russell Sheree Smith Stacy Spencer Torrie Spencer Jason Sullivan Rontrez Taylor Ebony Thompson Craig Williams Scotty Williams Finally finding the right color, Ali- cia Moreno gives her paper its fi- nal touch. Stephanie Hensley says, “You do ” ! it, or else People 63 Kindergarten Thomas Baker Jason Ballard Jeremy Bonds Shon Boren Kizzy Brown Ethan Chandler Cody Cook Timothy Croteau Sarah Duncan Jennifer Elj Wendy Fanning Bubba Fitch Peaches Ford Angie Gaddis Crystal Gibbons Colin Gilbert Melinda Glover Shanika Grant Cortney Grote Diane Huckabee Ray Hudgins Steve King Julie Kitchings Nikki May Erin McCarty Virgil Minor Billy Owen Gary Parrish, Jr. Julie Philley Jud Ritch Tabitha Rowe Brad Slaton Kelly Stanley Jennifer Stovall Christy Teague Chris Williams Stacey Williamson Melinda Glover, Sarah Duncan, Christy Teague, and Nikki May enjoy going outside for lunch. Kelly Stanley and Mr. Huckabee try to whip up something new! 64 Elementary a A ee The.School..Board Virgil Beene Band Director Mary Alice Brown Third Grade Paul Burch Elementary Principal Pat Butts Fourth Grade Gerry Cagle Sixth Grade Andy Chiles Kindergarten Thelma Cohagen Second Grade Bill Davis Superintendent Elizabeth Dipprey Special Education Thelma Ector Cafeteria-Maintenance Coach Talkington very proudly shows off his new “Green Ma- chine” t-shirt to Coach Welsh and Coach Roy. People 65 Teachers Can Be People Too . PERSE Sting” is a regi: tered Palomino Quarte horse. Mrs. James said, “I'v been riding horses eve since 1 can ‘temember an aw ham Coach-Math Mary Fleming Administrative Secretary Pat Gardner Business Corine Gieb Plan A-Aide Linda Gladney Plan A-Aide Dennis Goff Maintenance Jo Green Drama-English-History Don Hall Maintenance Bye Harper h School Secretary Billie Jackson Home Economics Dorothy Jackson Cafeteria Manager Jimmie Jackson Cafeteria Patty James Second Grade Sandy Job Girls Coach-Science Wayne Kirkpatrick Math Frank Lothridge Maintenance-Bus Driver Billie McLane Elementary Secretary Sheila Merchant Special Education Judy Mitchell Speech Therapist James O’Donnell History Mrs. Lila Roberson finally gets a visit from Santa Claus after so many years of trying to be good. 66 Faculty “We couldn’t have school without them,” remarked Skip Stanger, rather tongue-in-cheek; but, as Tracy McCartor pointed out, “The faculty is the base”’ on which our school is built. They’re dedicated,” said Russell Hughes and Cheryl Elliott pointed out that “Even when we think they’re being mean, giving us too much homework, it’s because they don’t want us to leave school knowing only what we did when we started.” Our teachers not only helped us in class, making sure we understood the material, they also were always available to help with personal problems or just be someone with whom to share our dreams and give us that extra push to succeed. Because we are a small school, students and staff had a much closer relationship. We got to know our teachers as individuals in all their roles: teacher, guide, counselor, example, and friend. As Theresa Chiles said, We've got to have had the best bunch of teachers any school could have,” and Dianne Fergason echoed, ‘They’re great! Sabrina Parish Sixth Grade Tony Price Vocational Agriculture Melinda Ray Librarian Terry Ripka Fifth Grade Lila Roberson English-Spanish Louise Roberson Secretary Assistant Sharlot Rouquette Fifth Grade Chester Roy Coach-Health Suzanne Shamburger Speech-English Harold Stanger High School Principal Adrienne Stern Counselor jean Stroud Science Arthur Talkington Coach-Science Pam Vetsch Third Grade Babara Wall School Nurse Lula Mae Wallace Cafeteria-Maintenance Nita Watson First Grade Daniel Welsh Coach-Science Patsy Williams Fourth Grade Kathleen Wright First Grade OV SO : Rs ; Even Mr. Wayne Kirkpatrick par- artistic ability, Mrs. Green creates a character for her play. ticipated on Western Day during Homecoming. People 67 nn ea Academics Division “28 Aah ae 4 With extreme concentration 8th grader Kim Foster practices her French horn. Senior Earlene Sudweeks diligent- ly types in a new computer pro- gram. 68 Academics The Keys To Success As we go through our high school year, we begin to gather the keys) we will need for future success. These keys come in many forms and can be found all around just waiting to be grasped. Some keys we can use while we are still in school like typing reports for English and history using the skills we learned in typing. We use the newly acquired accounting and business skills balancing our checkbooks and managing our money. The research skills taught in English class are used in history and civics and the risks of our own business are experienced in agricu | ture projects. There are other kinds of keys we find on now; how to worl together in large and small organizations; how to study and organize our time; and how to choose a career and begin to prepare for it. Ot teachers are keys, too, because their knowledge, passed on to prepares us for the future. a Sometimes making these keys our own requires that painful process. known as work; b ut we must earn our future success. The keys only} open the doors. Sophomore Kelly Jackson didn’t learn to drive and drink (a coke) in _ driver’s ed., b oesn’t worry . passenge omore Deana _ Rinehart. - “3s f the ca culator’ S help, senior Lori Brown hope to find the correct totals ae accounting problem. Division 69 It’s quite obvious that this portion of the fifth grade is excited about the play. Fourth grader Shelby Lunsford shows off a perfect salute as she marches, with a smile, in the Overton Christmas parade. Stang in the lunch line is an ay occurrence for the ever third graders. 70 Elementary Feature From Their Point Of View We had a lot of good times this year with the games on the play- ground and the merry-go-round, though we seem to have lost some of our playing field to new construction. We learned to write a little better, read a little faster, speak a little more correctly and do harder math problems faster. We had games, skits and programs that taught us new things. On field trips we went to the planatarium, the zoo, and the hospital finishing with a special treat like going to Chuck-E-Cheese’s. Maybe the best times of he year were the parties-on Christmas when everyne got a present, on Valentine’s Day when there were sugar hearts and cards with funny verses, and End-of-School when we said good-bye to our teachers and acted really silly because summer vaca- tion was starting. All together, we’ve had a good year. Really concentrating on perfect sugar cube houses are kindergar- teners Ray Hudgins and Stacey Williamson. Third grader Delisa Wright dem- onstrates perfect concentration. Christmas Party gifts are abso- lute bliss for first grader Starr Kendall. Academics 71 History In The Making ... “Sometimes, if you stop talking and take notes, you can find out some. interesting stuff,” junior Cindy Glenn remarked, and most of us have found this to be true. None of us really enjoy the hard tests, the diagramming, or the vo- cabulary study; but we’ve learned to organize our writing so that our ideas are clear and even some of the books we rea d were actually interesting — even if they were required. We’ve learned a lot about the past we didn’t know, and found that history is really current, especially political histo- ry. One only has to read a newspa- per to see that what happened to- day effects what happens tomor- row: history in formation. Sophomore Cliff Brunson is very amused with the story he is writ- Working hard, juniors Patsy Brown and Tony Jackson struggle to finish their research paper on time. After looking up her subject, sen- ior Andrea Beekman reads the material thoroughly. 72 English History Freshman Amy O'Neal is totally engrossed in her history project. Finding locations on a map are 8th graders Melynda Wright, Kim Foster, Cheryl Middlebrooks, Shannon Turner, Randy Stanley, and Jim Pitts. “| just love writing paragraphs,” says 7th grader Lori Barber. | Academics 73 Skills For The Future .. . Skills for the future; that’s what higher math and science are all about. They help with problem solving and sorting one’s brain into logical thinking patterns, and teach us about the world around us. But both math and science are changing rapidly. We now have computer math which shows us how the computer works and teaches basic programming. These skills are important ones for the future which will be a ‘“com- puter age.”” These subjects take concentrated effort; but as we lis- ten, learn, and practice what we are taught, we grow within our- selves and in the eyes of others. The more we grow and learn, the Sophomore Kin Bryan sees something very strange! otk r= In Physical Science freshmen Cara Scarborough and Cathy Eaves work on an experiment with water. Eighth grader Lisa Hughes works hard on a mathematical problem. 74 Science Math | | Se Sophomores John Boyle and Toni Herrin work together to get the right answer. Mr. Wayne Kirkpatrick demon- strates a generator effect to senior Earlene Sudweeks and junior Ronnie Davis. Academics 75 Not Required But Requirements Of Life a When electives are mentioned @ ¥ students usually think about @ � “easy’”’ classes, but electives are gg not always easy. Sometimes they =� require a lot of work and dedica- g « « tion, but they canbe very reward- = | ing. The electives chosen show a i person’s interests and hobbies and we have a number of electives oS $ from which to choose — agricul- - = ture, speech, drama, typing, ac- — ; counting, personal business man- agement, Spanish and band. In these classes we expand our knowledge of the world around us, learn to create some of our own entertainment, and provide ourselves with skills we can use in the future. Senior Glenda Hankins takes her turn replacing Mrs. Gardner as Teacher-for-a-Day. Showing great sewing techniques, junior Debbie Findley, pins her material. Will junior Bruce Wilprit learn to type? Of course he will! 76 Electives | Hamming it up for Drama class, sophomore Kristen Hamilton wonders if someone will ever open the door! Admiring Coach Welch’s baby, sophomore Sherry Henson en- joys child development class. “Concentrated effort is the only way to survive an Ag project,” says sophomore Scott Campbell. iets Ce ES ee Freshman Mark Thomas makes his point! “Practice makes perfect,” is what Jackie Grant, Lawandra Jackson, and Cassandra Brager are saying. Academics 77 Practice, Practice And More Practice How does it feel to compete? You practice and practice, but you never know how good or bad you’re going to be. A herd of but- terflies inhabits your insides and your stomach feels empty and sick. You go into the room where the contest is held. Everyone else looks so confident, so prepared. You try to figure out how much they know and you wonder if the person next to you is going to be the winner. You hope you are ready. You tell yourself not to worry, you're going to “knock off their socks;’ but you know it’s not true. The contest begins before your deep breathing exercises have done their job — suddenly. unexpectedly, you've finished it. It’s over. The doors open and you rush out to get some fresh air. It’s been so hot, stuffy, airless in there. Your sponsor greets you with a big smile of confidence and you know you've done your best. Now, it’s up to the judges. STATE PARTICIPANTS: STANDING: Paul Haby, Carole Eaves, SITTING: Earlene Sudweeks, and Sally Stroud. U.I.L. TYPING: Ronnie Davis, Tracy McCartor-alt. U.I.L. SCIENCE: Paul Haby-1st dist.-3rd reg. and dist., and Missy Gardner-alt. reg. Deanne Bounds. 78 U.I.L. Participants HILL. PROSE: Carole Eaves-3rd dist.-alt. reg., Susan ‘idweeks-1st dist., and Earlene Sudweeks-2nd dist.- ht reg.-3rd state. U.I.L. POETRY: Wendy Mondier, Lisa Mitchum, and aa Stroud-2nd dist. -2nd reg. |.LL. EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING: Mark homas-alt. dist., Brady Middlebrooks, and Paul U.I.L. READYWRITING AND SPELLING: Gina Null- Readywriting, and Arli Goforth-Spelling. U.I.L. SOLO AND ENSEMBLE: Gina Null-Solo, En- semble; Dianne Fergason-Ensemble; Lisa Mitchum- Ensemble; and Carole Eaves-Solo. aby. | ; Academics 79 The Bus Stop The one-act play, a cutting of Bus Stop won district honors this year and advanced to area con- test. Bo, a young cowboy, kidnaps Cherie, a singer, and is taking her home to Montana to marry him. Their bus is snowbound at a small : Kansas cafe, where Bo has a run-in . ’ with the local sheriff, Will. Finally, ; 7 he learns to treat a woman gallant- AMES i 1 c f ly. Cherie goes willingly on the Grace (Susan Sudweeks) disapproves of Virgie’s (Sally Stroud) spittin bus to Montana to marry him. in the ashtray. CMU ory easpirwer stn vbr Cast Boa { i Scott Cambell - Bo Decker(Best Actor District) . (Hon. Men. Area) Kristi Jarvis - Cherie (Hon. Men. District) Earlene Sudweeks - Elma (All Star Cast District) Susan Sudweeks - Grace (Hon. Men. District) _ Kin Bryan - Will (All-Star Cast District) Sally Stroud - Virgie (All-Star Cast District) Arli Goforth - Carla (All-Star Cast Area) Crew Gina Null (Stage Manager) Kristen Hamilton Carole Eaves Bo (Scott Campbell) tells Cherie (Kristi Jarvis) she is going to Mon- tana to marry him. Carla (Arli Goforth) shows the sheriff, Will (Kin Bryan) her heavy bus schedule. 80 One-Act Play District winners pose on the set with their trophy. FRONT ROW: Kristen Hamilton, Kin Bryan, Jo Green- Director, and Susan Sudweeks. BACK ROW: Carole Eaves, Scott Campbell, Earlene Sudweeks, Sally Stroud, Kristi Jarvis, Arli Goforth, and not pictured Gina Null. Elma (Earlene Sudweeks) thinks being a nightclub singer must be romantic. Cherie (Kristi Jarvis) doesn’t agree. Sophomore Gina Null, stage man- ager, directs the removal of the scenery. Sophomore Kristen Hamilton works lights for the performance in Overton. Academics 81 Organizations Division A Way To Get Involved Our teachers and parents have often told us “High school is the most enjoyable time of your life.” What makes school so much fun? Perhaps part of it is the extra-curricular activities offered such as clubs, assem- blies, athletics, and dances that broke the monotony of long classes and hours of homework. Taking part in these student activities brought a close fellowship with other students as well as the learning experiences of coping with competition when running for a school or club office; dealing with disappointment and defeat when the other team or per- son wins; accepting responsibility when in charge of a club project; or creating something original for an assembly. It may be that much of what was enjoyable in these activities is what each individual student offered to them. These clubs and their activities offered us the chance not only to have fun, but to exhibit our talents and abilities; to collect memorable experiences; and to reach toward the future with broader knowledge and capabilities. Freshman Craig Jackson gets his | Greenhand autograph slate signed by senior Dale Stanley. z i Beta Club members Arli Goforth, Wendy Mondier, and Rhonda McMillian unload the goodies for the bake sale as Sheri Brown waits patiently. Seniors David Gee and Kevin Ro- shell prepare a feast for the Home and Family Living class. 82 O rganizations r JCIL: ROW: Sheri Brown, Linda Branscom, Kim Fos ell Hughes, Connie usty Hughes, Gina Null, and Sally Stroud. BAC! ident, Shannon Wade- ary, and not pictured ‘Skip Stanger-Vice Presider Decorating the Student Council monthly bulletin board for Home- coming Week is sophomore Gina Null. _ Student Council Sponsor Mr. Harold Stanger takes charge of the meeting as President Teresa Utsey takes notes. Division 83 The Achievers ... Even during the summer some of our clubs continued their activities. What fun the editors of the annual had at the sum- mer workshops they attended and how much they learned! Beta Club officers saw another side of life at the convention in San Antonio. At the FHA summer get-to- gether members prepared for the club’s activities for the year and had a messy time eating watermelon. For the FFA, the high- light of the year was initiation of new Greenhands with its traditional wearing of green gloves and plaques. Tractor races as always, were exciting and eventful. LOS TEJAS YEARBOOK STAFF. Sheri Brown, and Cheyenne _ Gardner-Sponsor. BACK RO’ ing pep rally. The annual staff shows Mustang spirit while performing a skit for the homecom- 84 Yearbook, Beta, And Speech And Drama Skilled staffer, Deana Rinehart, crops pictures for the annual. At the Galveston Annual Workshop, are Mrs. Gardner, Cheryl Elliott, Dianne Fergason, Missy Gardner, The- resa Chiles, Teresa Utsey, and Lori Brown. =a % ae % y While in San Antonio to attend the State Beta Convention, seniors Teresa Utsey, Earlene Sudweeks, and Arli Goforth visit the Alamo. In their Christmas performance for the elementary school, Gina Null and Russell Hughes portray Mary and Joseph, as angels Amy Autrey, Cliff Brunson, Arli Go- forth, Sally Stroud, and Kristen Hamilton look on. Senior Earlene Sudweeks install’s sophomores Wendy Mondier, Kristen Hamilton, Susan Sud- weeks, Gina Null, and Lisa Mit- cham into the Beta Club. en-Sponsor, Gina Null-Secretary udweeks-Treasurer, and M 2 son, Kristen Hamilton, Ar Kennedy, Amy Autrey, Carole E ‘Tracy McCartor, Cliff Brur Organizations 85 Something For Everyone The whole student body got involved in the election of officers for Student Council. Signs, buttons, and stickers appeared everywhere and the campaign speeches cannot be described. Our clubs worked hard in community services such as the Heart Fund and the Cancer Society and on school service projects, too. The FFA planted crepe myrtle trees to keep the bank at the parking lot from veces and built iron rails for the steps. The FHA prepared a delicious meal for the Teacher Appreciation Day with the main course bein chickens grown by amuers of the FFA. Clubs also helped create an maintain school spirit. The Student Council made holiday decorations for the lockers and kept a special monthly bulletin board in the hall. The Drama Club entertained the elementary students with several holiday programs and all the clubs prepared and presented spirit skits for the Pep Rally. f Proving they are watermelon gourmets, seniors Teresa Utsey and Cheryl Elliott enjoy the FHA summer party. 1982-83 FHA Officers are Teresa Utsey, Missy Waggoner, Andrea Beekman, Missy Gardner, Lori Brown, Shannette Butler, Arli Go- forth, Dianne Fergason, and Kelly Jackson. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA: FRONT ROW: Lori Brown-Pres., Shannette Butler-1st 2 Shannon Wade-Sec., Skip Stanger-FHA Beau, Dianne Fergason-Sth V.P. Recreation, Teresa Utsey-4th V.P. Public Relations, Andrea ROW: Mrs. Billie Jackson-Sponsor, Linda Robinson, Sherry Hensen, Lisa Mitcham, Wendy Mondier, Debbie Findley, Misty Stanger, C Kilgore, Tonja West, Kim Harris, Nicki Young, and Chris Trice. THIRD ROW: Rhonda McM Cindy G : Cathy Eaves, Cara Scarborough, D’Aun Rouquette, Brooke Barber, Mary Ann Ware, and Marteal | Wi art, Co outs Hankins, Cindy Cottle, Martha Watts, David Gee, Glenda Hankins, Theresa Chiles, Jimmy Branscom, Tracy McCartor, Mike Rogers, Bobby Raney, Kevin Roshell, 86 FHA And FFA During Freshmen Ag. initiation Doug Wade patiently waits to see if his tractor will win the contest. Kent John, Doug Wade, Kevin Dudo, Mark Croteau, JohnHolt, and Brent John try a different sport at the Kilgore Demonstra- tion Farm this summer. ilen Null thinks he is receiving ne award for best actor from Aissy Gardner, but really : Stanley Reporter, jimmy Branscom-Sentinel, Missy Gardner-FFA _ raig Jackson, Ernie White, Mike Pellham, Russell Hughes, Kent John, Tony _ Rouquette, Keith Grammier, Scott Campbell, Kin Bryan, Jim White, _ ade -:_ Middl brooks, Dennis Ray, Tony Jackson, Paul Organizations 87 On Backward’s Day, during Homecoming Week, Timm Chester looks ret an exciting Baok from the library. Seniors Shannon Wade, Connie Still, Lori Brown, Earlene Sud- weeks, Andrea Beekman, and sophomore Susan Sudweeks per- form a short skit for Homecoming pep rally. _ Driver. Pap ROW: ae Glenn, Alls Che creel Connie Still, Le oe Bic eee Andrea Be ek 88 Library, Spanish, And Jr. Beta OTR _.. And Leaders Since every club has special projects of their own to finance, each must have some money making projects, too. Every club had at least one ballgame conces- sion stand either at a football or basketball game. There were also bake sales held in the halls be- tween classes that were always a success. For some clubs these funds financed convention trips and for others, service projects and parties. Practically everybody on campus belonged to one or Satta RY Big . more of these student clubs. They SEE ‘ — pF 6 —Swere sometimes work, but they Re 5 were always fun. Senior Billy Spencer receives a valentine from senior Library Aide Connie Still. Senior Shannon Wade, President of the Spanish Club, directs the monthly club meeting. Organizations 89 The Stakes MUSTANG BAND: FRONT ROW: Cara Scarborough, Amy Autrey, Missy Waggoner, Sally Stroud, Robbi Young, Cheryl Elliott, Tracy McCartor, Gina Null, Kelly Jackson, and Virgi Beene, Band Director. SECOND ROW: Lori Brown, Theresa Chiles, Teresa Utsey, Dianne Fergason, Wendy Mondier, Missy Williamson, Deana Rinehart, Leann Jackson, Lisa Webb Melynda Wright, Cathy Eaves, Cheyenne Lunsford, and Sherri Haddock. THIRD ROW: Misty Stanger, Cassandra Brager, Lisa Hawkins, Elisa Haynes, Lakisha Wilprit, Debbie Findley Laura Bell, Teresa Lewis, Kimberly Harris, Jamie Autrey, D’'Aun Rouquette, and Brooke Barber. FOURTH ROW: Heath Grammier, Carole Eaves, Cheryl Middlebrooks, Holly Welch Lori Barber, Schona Blevins, Sheri Brown, Staci Hogg, Sara Mondier, and Jackie Grant. FIFTH ROW: Will Sudweeks, Kim Foster, Tonja West, Kim Stewart, Mary Ann Ware, Chri: Cook, Nickie Young, DeAnne Bounds, and Keith Grammier. SIXTH ROW: Tricia DeGuerin, Weldon Kennedy, Steven Rhodes, Derrick Wade, Anthony Kennedy, Tim Chester, Ernie, White, Doug Wade, Brady Middlebrooks, and Mark Croteau. BACK ROW: Rubin Thompson, Randy Stanley, Trey DeGuerin, Billy Spencer, Dale Stanley, and Keith Bell. { The Overton Mustang Band had a busy and successful year in 1982-83. The band performed at ten football games and in four Christmas parades, as well as two marching contests, one concert- sight-reading contest, and several individual contests. For the fourth year, the band received a 1st divi- sion at the Kilgore Invitational Marching Contest and also its third consecutive 1st division at the U.I.L. Marching contest. After competing in all-region and all- district band tryouts, the band oe ee went to U.I.L. concert contest, ALL DISTRICT BAN D MEMBERS: FRONT ROW; Sheri Brown, Steven) where it made a one in all events, Rhodes, Doug Wade, Brady Middlebrooks, Mark Croteau, Randy Sta winning the SWEEPSTAKES _ley,and Chris Cook. BACK ROW: Anthony Kennedy, Lisa Webb, Tonja AWARD. The band concluded its West, Gina Null, Dianne Fergason, Lori Brown, Lisa Mitcham, DeAnne successful year with the annual Bounds, Cheryl Middlebrooks, Carole Eaves, and Tim Chester. spring concert. The Mighty Mustang stands ma- jestically on the field as they play for a Friday night crowd. ———— SSS Se A Se Ce a ms cheyenne Lunsford, Lori sey, Cheryl Elliott, Dianne +r, Amy Autrey, and Debbie Find. ae ue Bell, D’Aun Rouquette, Jackie Grant, Lisa ilprit, oe Jamie Ce BACK ROW: Heath Gram ari a hae Welch, Schona ND OFFICERS: FRONT: The- sa Chiles-Sec.-Trea., and Chery] iott-Pres. BACK: Dianne Ferga- n-Vice-Pres., and Carole Eaves- ‘porter. rt, Mary ‘Ann Ware, Chris Cook, Nickie Young, Ocanne ECOND ao o West, ae Hogg, Sheri Brown, Sara -H.S. Band members “ham it ‘for the camera at a Monday ght band practice. Organizations 91 Leading The During twirler initiation, Franken- Sophomore Gina Null (Pac-Man) stein (Missy Waggoner) tries to and freshman Cara Scarborough catch the mad scientist (Kelly (Ghost) get Pac-Man fever during Jackson). twirler initiation. Senior Cheryl Elliott leads the band at a Monday night band practice. The twirlers perform to “We've got the Beat” at an afternoon pep rally. TWIRLERS: Gina Null, Amy Autrey, Sally Stroud, Tracy McCartor, Robbi Young-Drum Major, Chery] Elliott Missy Waggoner, Kelly Jackson, and Cara Scarborough. 92 Twirlers ad Awards-FRONT: Will Sud- eks-Most Improved and Sheri ywn-Outstanding 7th grader. CK: Lori Brown-Outstanding rior Band Member. High All Region Band Mem- rs-Chris Cook and Cheryl iddlebrooks. ay Moore, L itchings, and Lowell _ ul Roberson, Randy _ 2, a eye Jackson, Scott L ylan Wallace, ‘Anth ny Gardner, Patti Gieb, int, Linda Baker, Ricky | Pryor, Adrian Gooda € Anthony Arterberry, Paula Myhand, Kelly Jackson, Chester. BACK ROW: Kevin Cameron, Kwame West, Brian Arnold, Kelly Cook, | | jimmy. Henson, Lois Jackson, Da’ Riddle, Calvin Brager, Reeves, Bubba Rhoades, : _ Tommy ae oe oo and | Willemson, Organizations 93 Sports Division Through rain, sleet, snow, or mud, the O.H.S. cheerleaders cheer their team to victory. i | Weldon Kennedy prepares to stretch before his heat is called to rac 94 Sports Behind The Scenes Work, work, work — The long summer workouts left us with bruises, sore muscles, cuts and scrapes as well as bone-weary bodies. It was hot and sometimes even the salt tablets we took didn’t prevent the gutw- renching nausea and the spots in front of our eyes. Run, run, run — Up hills, around ie and around the track we built up the endurance required. We learned to ignore the leg cramps, the muscle spasms and the side stiches and we haunted the weight room trying to increase our strength and stamina. Practice, practice, practice — We shot baskets at home until dark. ‘te _ balls toward different spots on a wall to learn how to We worked with different grips and stances to learn r drives and putts go where we wanted. We learned to leyball to the left corner or the forecourt, and place our spike j just where we wanted it to go. Think, think, think — We learned to think ahead of our opposition. We cultivated ‘mental toughness and put our entire mental force into putting the shot, clearing the hurdles, or passing the relay wand. __ Whether it was football, basketball, tennis, volleyball, golf, or track, reaching for the heights of succes depended on preparation; and our dedication, concentration an stent effort made the difference between success and failure. A orked together, coaches, players, timekeepers and trainers, we developed a closeness, like a family work- _ing toward a common goal. All had fatigue, pain, apprehension and sometimes boredom in common, but we learned some important les- sons from our participation: Preparation pays off in wins and winners keep on ies even when they lose. 1omore Scott Campbell | iggles with the iron”. during off season weight program. Junior be Hughes and sopho- more Charles Long wait for the ‘ing a J.V. volleyball game, sen- ;ebound during a_ basketball a Goforth keeps stats. scrimmage. Division 95 Domination A football team is only as good as the pride, spirit, and determi- nation of its individual members. Led by senior Captains Jimmy Branscom, Allen Cook, and Glen Null, the Green Machine had that special winning attitude — always ready to “Hold the Rope” for their teammates and their school. Special honors in the district were awarded by a vote of District 10-A coaches to the following players: Jimmy Branscom, 1st team, offen- se defense; Kevin Dudo, 1st team, defense; Allen Cook, 2nd team offense defense; Weldon Kennedy, 2nd team, offense- Hon. Men. defense; Ronnie Da- vis, 2nd team, offense; Glen Null, 2nd team, defense; Martin Little, 2nd team, defense Hon. Men. of- fense; Tony Jackson, Hon. Men. offense defense; Kevin Roshell, Hon. Men. offense defense; Tres Rouquette, Hon. Men. offense- defense; Richard Williamson, Hon. Men. offense; Alan Gieb, Hon. Men. defense; Skip Stanger, Hon. Men. defense. But we were all winners. Dodging a defensive player, sen- ior Allen Cook goes for a touch- down. 96 Varsity Football a Junior Tony Jackson does war- mup exercises before practice. | HINE RS: Jimmy Branscom, Tony Sprayberry, and Kevin Roshell. Senior Kevin Roshell receives a hard hit which sends him to the ground. ““GREEN-MACHINE’’ JUNIORS: Skip Stanger, Ronnie Davis, Kevin Dudo, Chris Trice, Martin Little, Tony Jackson, and Richard Williamson. _.. A Season To Be Proud Of 7 ye y Ley 2c Elon. Ec moe WN 626 = 0 Cc oS= let 8 = O08 Cac. Oo « NWN YN. aoe eh ete 32 Go =i ed ‘ Bea ee W 9g) Eom EO Si Le) ad hae 2 Ge) od oO = 2 5-2 —— o= ahi we ZL, Sew ee Fe (OP fee) fae} _ aoe 55s Vw Eom (BY eS tae) epet= y iamson Is rea Junior Richard Will and waiting to go for the Mu a tangs. 98 Varsity Football ‘4GREEN-MACHIND’’ SOPHOMORES: FRONT ROW: Chip Graham, Kin Bryan, John Boyle, and Weldon Kennedy. BACK ROW: Heath Gram- mier, Bobby Raney, Tres Rouquette, Charles Long, and Alan Gieb. Sophomore Weldon Kennedy strives to break a tackle to gain extra yards. “¢GREEN-MACHINE”’ FRESHMAN: Mike Pellham, Brady Middlebrooks, | Paul Haby, and Kevin Henson. sophomore Chip Graham patient- y awaits his signal to return to the Sports 99 The Sparkers ... Senior Theresa Chiles demon- strates her version of ‘Flameth- rower” during cheerleader initi- ation. 100 Cheerleaders Leading a chant during pep rally, sophomore Kristen Hamilton, ju- nior Dhustie Hendley, and junior Missy Gardner show that Mustang spirit. Posing perfect during a brez from hall decorating are sophc more Krist en Hamilton, junic Dhustie Hendley, senior There: Chiles, junior Missy Gardne freshman Misty Stanger, ap freshman Tonja West. Cheerleading is demanding, challenging, exciting and — fun. We met new people and became friends. We worked hard preparing for pep rallies and got butterflies and nervous twitches knowing each TT = -, move was watched for mistakes. Coke is it! sings freshman Tonja As cheerleaders we got to know and rely on each other and at the West during cheerleader initi- same time we learned new things about ourselves. The discipline and ation. hard work paid off in the great feeling we got knowing we could boost ? team spirit and help give them that extra drive to win. Di cheerleader initiation, Wearing big grins after cheerleader practice are jr. high cheerleaders reshman Misty Stanger takes her Cassandra Brager, Leann Jackson, Jamie Autrey, Linda Branscom, and walk as Cheerleader Sweet- sara Mondier. ee Sports 101 102 Ponies Go All The Way The 1982 football season was one of accomplishment as the Ponies won the District 10A championship with a record of 6-1. The offensive linemen Rubin Thompson, Ronney Ray, Jim Pitts, Kevin Moore, Shan- non Turner, Trey DeGeurin, Brud Hankins, Tres Skeen, and Tim Ches- ter led the way for tailback Anthony Kennedy, fullbacks Randy Stanley and Stacey Cook, wingbacks Stephen Rhodes and Jim Menges, and quarterback David Matheny to score 130 points while defense allowed only 62. Coach Evans gives Brud Hankins and Steven Rhodes last minute advice. 1982 8th Junior : High Football — Leverett’s Chapel 14- 0 Carlisle G-35 -Harmony _—_—_s2332- Beckville _ 1? Cushing _ | 1é8- | Mt. erie 7 Teneha — The Ponies lead during the Dis- trict Play-Off game against Ten- eha. Anthony Kennedy, Jim Pitts, and Randy Stanley try to recover the fumble. Jr.-High Football 1982 7th Junior High Football | Won 3 Leverett’s Chapel Carlisle ‘ushing | Mt. Enterprise Teneha Vith his speech, Jim Pitts builds 5 the teams’ spirit at the junior igh pep rally. im Chester is eager to fight for 1e ponies. 8th JUNIOR. HIGH FOOTB: RONT. ROW: Rubin Thompson, Jim_ Pitts, Kevin Moore, Steven Rhodes, Jimmy Menges, Ronney Ray, David Matheny. BACK ROW: Coach C.R. Evans, Rodrick Adams, Trey De-- Geurin, Tres Skeen, Brud Hankins, Anthony Kennedy, Randy Stanley, Stacey Cook, —— Tim ete 7th JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL: FRONT ROW: james Johnson, Clarence Foster, Marcus Wright, Derrick Wade, Jimmy Wilson, Lance Dunton, Troy — Brager. BACK ROW: Coach C.R. Evans, Aaron Daniels, David Boyd, Dean © Sims, Joe Holt, David McLane, Larry Webb, and Chris Olson. Sports 103 High Hopes Set For Bump! Set! Spike! Block that hit! Recover! Exciting? Yes! Vol- leyball is an exciting sport. It re- quires team hustle and team spirit. The Lady Mustangs worked hard on fundamentals this year. On offense, they learned that an accurate bump led to a well placed set necessary for the point — making the spike. On defense, timing the block and hustle spoiled the opponents’ attack. Even though games won were few, many games were exciting. With experience gained this sea- son, prospects for next year look good. Marteal Foster concentrates on returning the serve. While Missy Gardner and Dhustie Hendley look on, Shanette Butler bumps the ball. 104 Volleyball Next Year Scoreboard s 1982 Varsity 1982 junior Varsity © otal ‘Laneville sabing. - Sabine -15, 3-15 Laneville , Garrison © 15-9, 15-5 Carlisle 2 18 2-15 Carlisle “12- 5,115 tC = —rrCiCG Harmony 13-15,4-15 BigSandy =——-9-15, 7-14 Troup — 13-15, 8-15 ao 0-15, 10-15 Le. 14-16, 3-15 _ 9-15.95 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL: FRONT ROW: Kelly Jackson, Judy Johnson, Rhonda McMillan, Debbie Findley. BACK ROW: Melinda Gipson, Arli Goforth, Shanette Butler, Missy Gardner, Coach Sandy Job. Tonja West returns the serve, as she gets help from her teammates. JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL: FRONT ROW: Penny Allen, Angela Blevins, Amy O’Neal, Marteal Foster, Tonja West. BACK ROW: Coach Sandy Job, Jody Hightower, Misty Stanger, Nickie Young, Kimberly Harris. t an after school workout, honda McMillan shows her team pirit by practicing hard. Sports 105 1982-83 VARSITY BASKETBALL Carlisle New Summerfield Leverett’s Chapel Carlisle New Summerfield Leverett’s Chapel Carlisle New Summerfield Leverett’s Chapel Battling for the rebound against the Arp Tigers are sophomores Charles Long and Tres Rouquette. Shooting the basketball, senior Glen Null is guarded by a Mt. Enterprise player. Varsity basketball began with the introduction of a new style of play. With it, the Mustangs proved they possessed the ability to play competitively with all op- ponents. Although our two sen- iors will be missed, this year’s ex- perience has served as a spring- board preparing for next season. As we look back, we remember how great it felt to suddenly see everything falling in place as we pulled together playing super “teamball.”’ Even our losses taught us valuable lessons we'll put to good use. We can say with assur- ance, “Wait ‘til next year!” ia TVS Sophomore Jim White, puts everything into his jump for the ball. Playing tight defense against the L.C. Lions are sophomore Tres Rouquette, senior Tony Sprayberry, and junior Skip Stanger. 106 J.V. And Varsity Basketball Varsity Gains Experience For Next Year Scoreboard 1982-83 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL Carlisle New Summerfield Leverett’s Chapel Carlisle New Summerfield Carlisle _ New Summerfield Leverett’s Chapel rebound. 23-25 33-37 27-20 34-39 2 -33 18-29 27-32 28-20 Junior Tony Jackson blocks the layup while junior Rusty Hughes waits for the ophomores Scott Campbell and chip Graham strive to get the ose ball. VARSITY BASKETBALL: KNEELING: Weldon Kennedy. STANDING: Coach Dan Welsh, Tony Sprayberry, Glen Null, Tres Rouquette, Skip Stanger, Tony Jackson, and Rusty Hughes. 7 = 4 2 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Chip Graham, Brady h i Middlebrooks, Shon Smith, and Alan Gieb. MIDDLE ROW: Mark Thomas, cana the ball as cade Keith Grammier, Kevin Henson, and Scott Campbell. BACK ROW: Coach more Keith Grammier is ready to Dan Welsh, Bruce Wilprit, Jim White, and Doug Wade. ielp. Sports 107 Lady Mustangs Build Skills 1983 was a rough season for the Lady Mustangs, hopefully the les- sons learned will make us a more successful team in the future. “Dribble it! Pass it! Make a bas- ket!” Sounding so simple, yet tak- ing hours of dedicated practice, these fundamentals are what bas- ketball is about. Fundamentals are not something to be learned and then forgotten but must be prac- ticed everyday by the individual player and by the team. By building on the skills learned in 1983, the Lady Mustangs look toward 1984 with optimism. 4 — é Showing a team effort, junior Judy Johnson and freshman Jody Hight ower are ready to help freshman Misty Stanger. Freshman Jody Hightower hustles past a Mt. Enterprise defender. The Lady Mustangs listen to some advice from Coach Sandy Job. 108 Girl’s Varsity Basketball 'reshman Angela Blevins dribbles ioward the goal. VARSITY BASKETBALL: Manager: Kristi Jarvis, Penny Allen, Angela Ble-_ _vins, Judy Johnson, Misty Stanger, Coach Sandy Job, Arli Goforth, Jody Hightower, Amy O'Neal, Kristen Hamilton, and Manager: Cindy Cottle. reshman Missy Williamson at- empts to pass the ball to one of er teammates. Sophomore Kristen Hamilton struggles for the ball against a Mt. Enter- prise defender as junior Judy Johnson looks on. SDOris. 109 Learning Season This was a season of learning for the Junior High basketball teams. Girl’s coach, Chester Roy, reports that the seventh grade showed “a lot of desire and hustle’’ and that the eighth grade, though they went winless, showed ‘“‘much im- provement in their play and if they learned that ‘cool and close’ doesn’t count, the season was worthwhile.” Boy’s coach, C. R. Evans, stated that both the sev- enth and eighth grade teams had a successful year in spite of their won-loss record. The eighth grade tied for second place in the district and the seventh grade brought home a third place tro- phy from the Leverett’s Chapel Tournament. ‘Most important,” said their coach, “the boys never gave up.” 8th GRADE BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Lisa Hawkins, Phyllis} Wallace, Jackie Grant, and Cassandra Brager. MIDDLE ROW: Lisa} Melton, Leann Jackson, Kim Foster, Sherri Haddock, and Laura’ Bell. BACK ROW: Michele Arnold, Tammy Sprayberry, Chev Middlebrooks, Linda Biebes ol and Coach Chester Roy. | : al | 7th GRADE BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Doretha Gardner, Sheri Brown, Rosiland Hamilton, Cheyenne Lunsford, and Sara Mon- dier. BACK ROW: Lawanda Jackson, Lakisha Wilprit, Trisha De- Geurin, Elisa Haynes, Teresa Lewis, and Holly Welch. . Tammy Sprayberry fights for the ball against a Leveretts Chapel op- ponent. 110 Junior High Basketball Giving it all he’s got, 8th grader 8th GRADE BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Steven Rhodes, Ron Randy Stanley shoots for “2”, as Willardson, Richard Driver, Billy Hamlet and Jimmy Menges. Bth grader Brud Hankins goes for MIDDLE ROW: Jim Pitts, Stacey Cook, David Matheny, Kevin the rebound. Moore and Ronney Ray. BACK ROW: Coach C.R. Evans, Randy Stanley, Brud Hankins, Trey DeGeurin, Tim Chester and Anthony Kennedy. | 7th GRADE BASKETBALL: Lance Dunton, Marcus Wright, Aaron Daniels, Carl Alexander, David McLane, Joe Holt, Coach C. R. Evans, Hunter Little, Roderick Adams, Dean Sims, Wade Derrick and Troy Brager. i eventh grader Lance Dunton ets a rebound as 7th grader Joe lolt accompanies him. SOLS sett Strength Is Built To The Finish Line It’s a personal challenge, track is. Physically tired, but mentally knowing you still need to work. Can | go faster? Can | go farther? It’s a battle. Strength is built — inner strength as well as physical. For some, success seems to come easy, for others it is a long hard road. Coach is saying run harder and run farther. Can I? Oh yes! But to what limit? Working positively to achieve success, Overton’s Lady Mustangs finished third in district competi- tion with many outstanding per- formances; not only from the six who qualified for Regionals but from those who finished 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th. Sophomore Rhonda McMillan concentrates on a long jump for the finals of the District Meet. eee f Setting the pace, freshman DeAnne Bounds runs for the fin- ish line. Combining coordination and speed, freshman Tonja West hands the baton off to the last leg, freshman Kim Harris. 112 Girls Track GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK: KNEELING: Jody Hightower, Rhonda McMillan, Kristen Hamilton, Kimberly Harris, Marteal Foster, Angela Ble- vins, and Mary Ann Ware. STANDING: Coach Sandy Job, Tonja West, Angela Kilgore, DeAnne Bounds, Shanette Butler, Missy Williamson, Mis- ty Stanger, and Manager, Kristi Jarvis. Freshman Mary Ann Ware hurls the discus. Scoreboard | Girls High School Track jr.-Shanette Butler-400 M Relay-2nd Dist.; 4th Reg.; 800 M Relay-2nd Dist.; 6th Reg.; 200 M Dash-3rd Dist. Sophs.-Kristen Hamilton-110 Hurdles-2nd Dist.; 6th Reg.; 1600 M Relay-5th Dist. _ : Angela Kilgore-400 ! ay-2nd Dist.; 4th Reg.; 800 M Relay- 2nd Dist.; 6th Reg.; 10 Dash-3rd Dist. Rhonda McMillan-800 M Run-2nd Dist.; 4th Reg.; 1600 M Relay-5th Dist. —CSsee Freshmen-Anglela Blevins-1600 M Run-3rd Dist.; 3200 M Run- | 4th Dist. | DeAnne Bounds-800 M Run-3rd Dist.; 1600 M Relay-Sth Dist. berly Harris-400 M Relay-2nd Dist.; 4th Reg.; 800 M Rela y- Ki | 2nd Dist.; 6th Reg.; 100 M Dash-5th Dist. Misty Stanger-1600 M Relay-5th Dist. _ Mary Ann Ware-Discus-4th Dist. _ Tonja West-400 M Relay-2nd Dist.; 4th Reg.; 800 M Relay-2nd Dist.; 6th Reg.; 400 M Dash-6th Dist. Sophomore Kristen Hamilton flies from one hurdle to the next. Sports 113 = Sprinting For Victory Overton kept its winning ways rolling with an outstanding track season. Led by Allen Cook, Wel- don Kennedy, Tres Rouquette, Jim White, Dewayne Phelps, Scott Campbell and Kevin Henson, the team worked hard all season. They represented the school well at several pre-district meets and placed third in our ten team dis- trict. Since most of our team will be returning next year we are confident we will see continued SUCCESS. Striving to cross the finish line is sophomore Bobby Raney. Heaving the discus as far as he can, senior Allen Cook makes a good throw. 114 Boy’s Track Boys High School Track Sr.-Allen Cook-Discus-1st Dist.; Shot Put-1st Dist.; 2nd Reg. Jrs.-Ronnie Davis- 400m Relay-6th Dist.; 200m Dash Martin Little- 110 Hurdles; 300 Hurdles Richard Williamson- 400m Relay-6th Dist. Bruce Wilprit- 100m Dash Sophs.-John Boyle- 400m Dash Scott Campbell- 1600m Run Keith Grammier- 3200m Run 1 Welden Kennedy-100m Dash-2nd Dist.; 200m Dash-2nd Dist.. } Long Jump-3rd Dist.; Mile Relay-4th Dist.; Discus i | Dewayne Phelps- 400m Relay-6th Dist.; 100m Dash; 200m Dast Bobby Raney-800m Run-2nd Dist.; Mile Relay- 4th Dist.; 400m Relay-6th Dist. Tres Rouquette- 110 Hurdles-3rd Dist.; Mike Relay-4th Dist | 400m Dash; High Jump Jim White-1600m Run-2nd Dist. | Freshmen-Paul Haby- 400m Dash Kevin Henson- 800m Run-3rd ey ae Relay-4th pe 306 | Hurdles Doug Wade- 3200m Run xe oe ee i: to te te Ss raining to do his best, sopho- | ‘ore Weldon K dy hurls th _ BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK: KNEELING: Weldon Kennedy, Dewayne ca eee oe - Phelps, Danny Watson, and Kevin Henson. STANDING: Coach Arthur _ Talkington, Skip Stanger, Ronnie Davis, Tres Rouquette, Allen Cook, Jim © White, and Scott Campbell =—OOB . Whit } sntrates deeply on the hurdles. from junior Ronnie Davis. © oe } � phomore Tres Rouquette con- Sophomore Dewayne Phelps prepares for action as he awaits the handoff _ Sports 115 Promise Showed Jr. High girls won fourth in the District Track Meet which was held at Beckville on March 30th. The Lady Ponies tallied 85 points to take fourth place in a tough district. We can be very proud of their achievement. The eighth grade boys compet- ed successfully in four track meets. These boys highlighted the season by winning the Emory Deason relays at Kilgore. They also set a school record for the 1600 meter relay with a time of 4:03.02. Trey DeGeurin set a dis- trict meet record in the 800 meter dash with a time of 2:19.54. Anth- ony Kennedy set a school record in the 110 meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 16.64. Da- vid Matheny set a school record in the pole vault with a height of 90 . The seventh grade boys com- peted in three track meets. Finish- ing fourth in the ten team district, they show promise for next sea- son. wae Ae SOA eae fe gas gh PPPS a Rate ee Fo PL Eighth grader Laura Bell concen- trates on doing her best. Jr. High Track 8th GRADE GIRLS TRACK: KNEELING: Schona Blevins, Phyl Wallace, Sherry Driver, Missy Weed, Sherri Haddock, and Lisa ach Chester Roy, Kim Foster, Melyn Wright, Chem) Middlebrooks, Michele Arnold, Linda Bransco 7th GRADE GIRLS TRACK: STANDING: Doretha Gardner, Hol Welch, Teresa Lewis, LaKisha Wilprit, Coach Chester Ro Lawanda sen, lege Grant, ang Rosiland ee ghth grader Trey DeGeurin rives to cross the finish line first. D BOYS TRA - EELING: ‘Stacey Cook, Steve Yavid Matheny, Ronney Ray, and Jim Pitts. STANDING: a ne en ee Trey Do Randy reat balance and determination [ Wil: ‘larence Foster, lance Bunion: cae Reagan, ‘roy displayed by eighth grader §§ Brager. .. ee Aaron Danes, Joe Holt, eve Rhodes as he clears the hur- [§ Ro 1M es at the Beckville Track Meet. Sports 117 Putt-Putting To State Junior Richard Williamson swings smoothly for a good tee shot. Sophomore Wendy Mondier putts to sink her ball on the green. Four veterans and three new- comers gave Overton a fine girls golf team again this year. After participating in tournaments in Bullard and Winnsboro, the girls went on to win both the district contest at Overton and the re- gional contest at Longview, which earned them a trip to Austin. The Overton boy’s golf team defended their district and re- gional titles and made another trip to the state tournament. Golf is a game of constant prac- tice and these boys and girls put in plenty of hours preparing them- selves and improving their game. They look forward to next year and more goals to reach. 118 Golf . GIRLS GOLF Tournaments: Winnsboro Bullard Overton-District Longview-Regional Austin-State Wendy Mondier Ist Dist.; 2nd Reg. Missy Gardner 2nd Dist.; 3rd Reg. Deana Rinehart 3rd Dist. Scoreboard MEDALIST: BOYS GOLF Tournaments: Chapel Hill Winnsboro Overton-District | Longview-Regional Austin-State Heath Grammier Ist Dist.; Ist Reg. Keith Grammier 3rd Dist.; 4th Reg. Tres Rouquette 2nd Dist.; 4th Reg. Richard Williamson 3rd Reg. Scott Campbell 4th Reg. | | | | | Beginning his swing, sophomore Heath Grammier hooes for a good GOLF: STANDING: con Dan Welsh, Chip Graham, Heath Gram- . 2 jim White, Tres Rouquette, Scott Campbell, Keith Grammier, Kin ntensity builds as, junior Dianne @ f n, Brent John, and Rictate Williamson. -ergason starts to tee off. _ _ E | | . Sports 119 “Just A Swangin’ ” Overton took four girls and three boys to compete in the Dis- trict Tennis Tournament. This was the reward for a month or so of hard work after school for these students. Although they did not win district, through their efforts Overton made a good showing against the other schools and each athlete seemed determined to improve for next year. Junior Cindy Glenn practices her serve. Freshman Mark Thomas gives it all he’s got! Sophomore John Boyle is “just a- swangin’!”’ 120 Tennis Developing her technique, soph- omore Melissa Still practices each day. G T N Becky Sprayberry, Cindy Glenn, Angela till, and Patsy Brown. BACK ROW: Lisa Mitcham, Melinda Gipson, Jody : : Hightower, Amy O'Neal, and Coach Dan Welsh. _ GIRLS TENNIS: FRONT RO} Following through on the match- Cc . : ) oe 90int is senior Tony Sprayberry. | Coach Dan Welsh, Tony Sprayberry, and Mark Thomas. ENNIS: FRONT ROW: John Boyle, and Alan Gieb. BACK ROW: Sports 121 Ad Division Businesses Show Support Without the continuing support of the businesses and individuals whose advertisements are found on the following pages, our yearbook © would not have been possible. These ads are only one of the ways the business community supported us all year long. As members of the Booster Club they supported the Mustangs with announcements dur- ing the games and ads in the area newspapers which promoted school spirit. As employers they p rovided jobs for members of our student body which made partial self-sufficiency possible. All through the year, in all our activities, these advertisers helped us make things happen. We salute each one for his concern, encouragement, and assistance. As crossing guard, freshman John Working as a part-time cashi Holt directs traffic so elementary seems to make senior Lori Brow students won’t be run over while _ sleepy. crossing the street. 122 Ads Division 123. FIRST STATE BANK Since 1912 “We've Grown By Helping Others Grow” WE ke | i | Overton, Texas Member Phone: 834-3161 FDIC CITY CAFE Fine Foods And Fine Service Owner: Robert Raney Phone: 834-3217 Overton, Texas 75684 THE OVERTON BREOS Fa Shirt Shoppe AO� Highway 135E “Gf iter toh, Texas owners: Merritt 120 E. Henderson Phone: 834-3636 tee shirts jers eys Shimmels | overTON CHAMBER am transfers OF ie COMMERCE Ads 125 NEWCOMB AND MADDEN INSURANCE AGENCY “Insurance For Everybody’s Need” Overton, Texas Troup, Texas Liberty City, Texas 834-6121 842-3031 983-1921 New And Used Oilfield Pipe And Supplies JOE R. MAY Overton, Texas Res. 219 561-5307 Tyler, Texas Office-214 834-3661 Phone-214 834-3662 126 Investors POPE AND TURNER, INC. OF OVERTON Hardware Furniture Appliances P.O. Box 40 Overton, Texas 75684 Overton, Texas 127 Ads 128 Investors KX RRR MAY XIX wh AMX @ BACKHOE BULLDOZER SERVICE @ LEASE MAINTENANCE | © RIG LOCATIONS OFFICE 834-6147 HWY 323 HWY 42 (S of KILGORE) SEXTON CITY OVERTON TX Specializing In Salt Water Disposal Systems Overton 834-6158 Henderson 657-7566 Mel And Jean Thornton 104 N. Commerce Overton, TX. 75684 JERRY’S PAINT BODY SHOP 401 S. Commerce 214-834-6608 Overton, TX. 75684 Ads FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mr. Jack Montgomery Administrative Board Chairman Mr. Gilbert Madden Re, 209 East 2 Henderson Trustees Chairman Overtone tx Mr. Jeff Grote Council On Ministries Chairman “Where You Are Always Welcome” Y SAVINGS “Congratulations b ASSOCIATION Seniors” From 915 Houston Street Kilgore, Texas 75662 (214) 984-2561 Longview (214) 753-3422 KORNER KOFFEE KUP ' Owner: Ronny Gaudet Owner: Buddy Honeycutt Phone: 834-6133 Overton, Texas Overton, TX. 130. Investors LOUIS MORGAN DRUG NO. 5 LOUIS MORGAN DRUG N°S Ge 101 N. Rusk St. Phone: 834-3179 WARREN MILLER Overton, Texas Dennis May Druggist MOON BUILDING SUPPLY INC. We Sell All Types Of Building Supplies Ads 131 LO ’RAE’S FLORIST “Your Football Mum Headquarters” 101 S. Commerce Phone: 834-3106 Owners: Jim And Loneta Nelson | DAVIS HOME CREEKMUR’S OO FURNISHINGS INC. STORE Furniture-Appliances “Right On The Corner Right On The Price” Feeds, Groceries, And Meats Phone: 834-3341 CASHEN onl! My, JEWELERS . ule . : ‘ i oe i “Your Friend In The iit Se Diamond Business” 204 East Henderson | 104-A Midtown Center Overton, Texas Kilgore, Texas 75662 Phone: 214 834-6134 984-0585 . 132 Investors OVERTON GOLF COURSE | Congratulations To The | Seniors Of ‘83’ KENNAMER‘S READY WEAR Overton, Texas ADAMS CLOTHING STORE Overton, Texas Ads A Savings Home Owners Institution Since 1934 1200 N. Kilgore St. -:- Phone 984-2506 Congratulations Class Of ‘83’ J.L. LAKE INTEREST INC. JOE’S DEPT. STORE Home Of Florshiem Shoes Fabricators Of Oil Field S H Green Stamps Equipment With All Purchases 834-3352 Overton, TX. Phone: 983-1286 Joyce Mizell Owner Stylist Joyce S Jean Anderson-Stylist HAIR DESIGNS — Carol Jackson-Stylist Susan Guest-Stylist Kim Roberts-Stylist Betty McDonald-Stylist 108 Johnson St. Overton, Texas 834-6128 Midtown Shopping Center Kilgore, Texas 75662 134 Investors For Your Insurance Needs ... EVANS HICKMAN INSURANCE AGENCY A.J. “Jack’”” Evans Office Staff: Janice Willardson Becky Mallette Kay Hesterly Phone 834-6171 130 E. Henderson Compliments Of HANKIN’S EXXON KILGORE FEED CO. “Service With A Smile” west ATWELL HANKII A | garerrenaennd DEALER Feed Fertilizer : ——— : Seeds Big K Hay Longview St. Eee 984-3036 Purina-Chows Liquid Feeds OVERTON DEVELOPMENT INC. Joe Marchbanks Leslie Lake Our Goal Is To Provide Convenient Services To Overton, Texas Overton And Surrounding Area. Owner: Atwell Hankins 834-6316 834-6128 Your Child Needs To DELS AT C C DAYCARE 414 McKay St.-Overton, TX-Phone. 834-6654 Carolyn Creekmur Hot Meals-Licensed Care-Home Atmosphere-Plenty Of T.L.C. Tender Loving Care 136 Investors ) a ee an i I MONTGOMERY REPAIR SERVICE Box 593 KAM WELL SERVICE COo., INC. Rod And Tubing Complete Workover 214-895-4413 Or 984-5811 New London, Texas 75682 Appointment Or Wa — “Welco REED REEVES FORD SALES 834-6671 834-6672 401 S. Commerce-P.O. Box 129 Overton, TX. 75684 Bank On That Home Town Strength City Power CITY NATIONAL BANK Kilgore, Texas 1006 Stone Rd. Kilgore FDIC 983-1584 SKEEN TIRE CENTER HENDERSON DAILY IN. EWS Complete Tire Ser RUSK COUNTY se NEWS PHOTOS 657-2501 P.O. Box 30 Henderson, TX 911 Commerce Overton, Texas 75684 138 Investors | j Post Office Box 1029. Henderson, TX 75652 130 N. Marshall St. RAGLAND SALES 715 Hwy. 259 Kilgore, Tex. 983-1676 Mon-Sat 8:30-3:00 Your Local Fan Shop Old Fashioned Butcher Blocks And Fine Gifts PRUETT ELECTRIC LIGHTING 607 E. Main Kilgore, TX. 984-2912 ; i } | Ads 139 STOVALL OLDSMOBILE-CADILLAC Kilgore, Texas GEORGE R. VARNER DD). Office Hours By Appointment 834-6126 106 Rusk Overton, Texas OVERTON LAUNDROMAT 312 Helen Street Overton, Texas 140 Investors 983-2002 Best Wishes To The Seniors Of 1983 From SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC SERVICE COMPANY Overton, TX. Home Furnishings Floor Coverings Wall Paper Window Treatment Gifts For All Occasions Light Fixtures Ceiling Fans Forrest “Caesar” Lunsford Overton Home Phone: 834-6460 PEARSON FUNERAL HOME Entering Our 51st Year Of Service 905 South Commerce Overton, Texas Phone: 834-3111 Henderson, TX. Phone: 657-1428 ‘COPY RESTORATION Even if the photograph is time-worn, cracked or has pieces of the picture missing, we can restore it to its orig- inal beauty. We air brush, retouch and opaque, restore natural color, black white or sepia tone, can trans- form them into light or heavy oils, and reyaiay' sizes up to 20 x 24. SPEEDY SERVICE! LOW PRICES! SUPERB CRAFTSMANSHIP! “9 We use Kodak paper. Watson Photography ror good looking Rt. 1, Box 151 , wedding photographs . Overton, Tx. 75684 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ‘HORHROO | ¢ et William L. Baker, Jr. Telephone: 834-6118 Pastor “Forsake not the assembling together ... Hebrews 10:25 SUNDAY SERVICES MUSIC MINISTRY Bible Study Sanctuary Choir Worship Service ; Youth Choir Christian Training ; Children’s Choir Evening Worship : Handbells Youth Director, Mark Redd Music Director, Ed Letsinger Congratulations to all Seniors — Our desire is to serve you and we cordially invite you to come worship with us. Special Services on Wednesday Nights: Family Meal 5:45 p.m. Girl’s Auxillaries 6:00 p.m. Royal Ambassadors 6:00 p.m. Teacher Training 6:00 p.m. Prayer-Bible Study 142 Investors 310 S. Helen JEWELERS IN KILGORE, TEXAS 75662 207 Main Street Phone: 984-5623 834-6517 SWINNEY’S JEWELERS Overton, Texas Ads 143 OVERTON MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH West North At Motley Pastor: Jack Strickland Grain Fed For Home Freezers EAST TEXAS MEAT PROCESSORS Custom Processing Curing Owner: Neil Osburn Rt22 Rt. 7 Box 163 Phone: Overton, TX. Farm Rd. 782 214-836-2288 voi VWUUvvv 144 Investors 834-3224 lied Citizens Bank Supports The Mustangs 301 E. Main Phone: 984-8671 Member FDIC Kilgore Member Allied Bankshares, Inc. Teller 24 Has tions Statewide 8 ola ieee urwitz man's shop Carrollton Longview Dallas Lufkin Fort Worth Palestine Gainsville Richardson Garland San Antonio Grand Prarie Sherman ; Greenville Tyler For Finest Henderson Wichita Falls In Menswear 1027 Kilgore Plaza 4 RepublicBank ieee Henderson Henderson lender P.O. Box 989 657-9581 Henderson, TX. We Want To Be Your Bank | Ads 145 VWVWevrvv vol 146 Investors MIKES OVERTON DRUG Commerce YOUNG'S FASHION SHOP Computerized Prescription Service Family Rx Record Phone: 834-6184 Regular King COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY Henderson, Texas en Compliments Of MAX’S PLUMBING Home Phone Answering Service 842-3494 834-3156 SUBSURFACE OIL WELL PUMPS SUCKER RODS MANUAL GATE VALVES SURFACE SAFETY SYSTEMS GATE VALVE ACTUATORS SURFACE SAFETY VALVES AUTOMATIC VALVES PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES AXELSON: Axelson, Inc. A Subsidiary of ae uSi (EU. S_INDUSTRIES, INC. P.0. BOX 2427 e LONGVIEW, TEXAS 75606 ¢ (214) 757-6650 e TELEX 735-440 e CABLE: AXELSON VvVevwrvevv vot 148 Investors Lori Sr. 183 Vernon Brown Store Manager CITY DRUG 108 Commerce 834-3151 BROOKSHIRE’S “We Care” Sheri Sr. “88” Phone 834-3189 7” | Ads 149 Compliments Of 7B KILGORE FIRST i NATIONAL BANK Member FDIC eee — = SS SS we we se Se oS Ss oc S LS LE SS LS 7 PO Box 432 Joe M. Pearson If Kilgore, TX. 75662 President h S W ARTS CRAFTS : Complete Artis GRAHAM EAGER ik : ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED Susan Mallette Mt 111 Rusk St. i] Owner And Overton, TX. |: Manager Phone: 834-6916 li, Architects Planners H} to ‘| 4610 Judson Rd. Longview fm” P.O. Box 1562 Texas vo.i VUuUvVvvVvV 150 Investors A Adams, Odell (5) - 59, 93 Adams, Rodrick (7) - 20, 56, 103, 111, 117 Alexander, Carl (7) - 56, 111, 117 Alexander, Jamie (1) - 23, 63 Allen, Penny (9) - 52, 86, 89, 105, 109 Anthony, Bobby (2) - 62 Arnold, Brian (6) - 58, 93 Arnold, Michele (8) - 36, 54, 89, 110, 116 Arterberry, Anthony (6) - 58, 93 Arterberry, Carla (4) - 60 Autrey, Amy (10) - 8, 14, 50, 85, 90, 91, 92 Autrey, Jamie (7) - 25, 56, 90, 91, 101 Autrey, Jena (5) - 59, 93 B Bagley, Jackie (12) - 1, 11, 38, 43, 46, 86, 88 Bain, Charlotte (5) - 59, 93 Baker, Donny (1) - 63 _ Baker, Linda (6) - 58, 93 Baker, Regina (1) - 23, 63 Baker, Thomas (K) - 64 Ballard, jason (K) - 64 Barber, Brooke (9) - 36, 52, 86, 90, 91, 119 Barber, Lori (7) - 56, 73, 90, 91 Barnes, Chris (8) - 54 Barnes, Ricky (6) - 58, 93 Barnes, Terri Jo (3) - 61 Bates, Cliff (4) - 60 Bates, Clint (5) - 59, 93 Becker, Zoe (4) - 60 : ‘Beekman, Andrea (12) - 38, 43, 72, _ Beene, Mr. Virgil - 65, 90 : _ Bell, Keith (12) - 1, 16, 38, 41, 43, 87, 90, 1 Bell, Laura (8) - 54, 89, 90, 91, 110, 116 _ Blevins, Angela (9) - 36, 52, 105, 109, 113 Blevins, Katherine (4) - 60 Blevins, Schona (8) - 54, 105, 109, 113 Bobbitt, Alison (7) - 56, 88 Bobbitt, Corey (3) - 61, 70 Bonds, Jeremy (K) - 64 Boren, Shon (K) - 64 - Bounds, DeAnne (9) - 28, 52, 78, 86, 89, 90, OT, 112, 113 : | Bounds, Matt (6) - 17, 18, 58, 93 Boyd, David (7) - 56, 103 Boyle, John (10) - 28, 50, 75, 96, 99, 120, 121 ‘Brager, Calvin (6) - 58, 93 Brager, Cassandra (8) - 9, 54, 55, 77, 88, 90, 971, 101, 110 Brager, Charlie (4) - 60 , Brager, Geno (4) - 60 Brager, Loyce (4) - 60 Brager, Pam (9) - 12, 52 Brager, Troy (7) - 56, 57, 103, 111, 117 Branscom, jimmy (12) - 1, 3, 14, 16, 29, 30, 38, 43, 86, 87, 96, 97, 98 410, 116, 155 tazier, Rochelle (4) - 60 rown, Brian (4) - 60 | Brown, David (4) - 60 Brown, Heidi (3) - 61 Brown, Kizzy (K) - 64 Brown, Lori (12) - 1, 3, 13, 26, 36, 37, 38, 39, 44, 69, 84, 85, 86, 88, 90, 91, 93, 148 Brown, Mrs. Mary Alice - 65 Brown, Patsy (11) - 10, 31, 48, 69, 72, 86, 121 Brown, Paul (12) - 81 Brown, Sheri (7) - 2, 37, 56, 82, 83, 84, 88, 90, 91, 93, 110, 148 Brunson, Cliff (10) - 22, 50, 72, 84, 85 Bryan, Kin (10) - 50, 74, 80, 81, 87, 96, 99, 119 Burch, Mr. Paul - 65 utler, Shanette (11) - 10, 26, 48, 86, 104, 105, Butts, Mrs. Pat 65 Bynum, Laura (6) - 58, 93 Bynum, Mark (12) - 1, 32, 37, 38, 39, 44, 85, 87 Bynum, Paul (7) - 56 Cagle, Angie (4) - 60 ' Cagle, Mrs. Gerry - 65 | Cameron, Darren (2) - 62 ' Cameron, Kevin (6) - 58, 93 _ Cameron, Queenie (3) - 61 q Fl | cons sssapepmnanaters Branscom, Linda (8) - 3, 17, 20, 54, 83, 88, 101, Index Campbell, Scott (10) - 50, 77, 80, 81, 87, 95, 107, 115, 119 Carpenter, Rebecca (2) - 62 Carter, Chris (2) - 62 - Chandler, Ethan (K) - 64 Chandler, Stephanie (4) - 60 Chester, Steven (6) - 58, 93 Chester, Tim (8) - 54, 88, 90, 91, 103, 111, 117 Chiles, Mrs. Andy - 65 Chiles, Theresa (12) - 6, 7, 9, 14, 16, 28, 33, 37, 38, 39, 42, 44, 84, 85, 86, 90, 91, 100, 144 Clinton, Darryel (1) - 63 Clinton, Steven (4) - 60 Cobbs, Dale (8) - 15, 54, 88 Cohagen, Mrs. Thelma - 65 Conrad, Frank (2) - 62 Cook, Allen (12) 44, 28, 30, 38, 44, 96, 97, 414, 115 : Cook, Cameron (1) - 63 Cook, Chris (8) - 54, 84, 88, 89, 90, 91, 93 Cook, Cody (K) - 64 Cook, Kelly (6) - 58, 93 Cook, Stacey (8) - 12, 54, 103, 111, 117 Cook, Troy (6) - 58, 93 Cornett, Tammy (10) - 50 Cottle, Cindy (10) - 50, 86, 109 Cox, Philip (8) - 88 Creekmur, Chris (8) - 54, 88 Croteau, Daniel (1) - 63 Croteau, David (4) - 18, 60 Croteau, Mark (9) - 6, 27, 52, 78, 87, 90, 91 Croteau, timothy (K) - 64 D Daigarn, Donna (6) - 58, 93 Daigarn, Shannon (1) - 63 Daniels, Aaron (7) - 103, 111, 107 Darnell, Samantha (1) - 63 Darnell, Thomas (4) - 60 Davis, Mr. Bill a 65 Davis, Hea Davis, Kris s, Ror 1) - 15, 48, 78, 96, 97, 115 Davis, Scott (5) - 59, 93 DeGeurin, Trey (8) - 90, 91, 103, 111, 117 DeGeurin, Tricia (7} - 31, 90, 91, 110 Dennis, Damon (3) - 61 Dennis, Desmon (1) - 63 Dippery, Mrs. Elizabeth - 11, 65 Driver, Lou (7) - 56, 88 Driver, Margaret (5) - 59, 93 Driver, Richard (8) - 88, 111 Driver, Sherry (8) - 54, 116 Dudo, justin (5) - 18, 59, 93 Dudo, Kevin (11) - 22, 30, 48, 87, 96, 7 Dukes, Kevin (10) - Duncan, Amy (3) - a Duncan, Sarah (K) - 64 Dunton, Lance (7) - 56, 103, 111, 117 Dunton, Shawna (3) - 61 E Eaves, Carole (10) - 21, 37, 50, 78, 79, 81, 85, 90, 91 Eaves, Cathy (9) - 12, 17, 25, 26, 52, 74, 86, 89, 90, 91 Ector, Mrs. Thelma - 65 Edwards, julie (2) - 62 Elj, Jeffery (1) - 2, 63 Elj, Jennifer (K) - 64 Elj, Raymond (3) - 2, 61 Elliott, Cheryl (12) - 3, 7, 13, 14, 16, 19, 24, 26, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 42, 44, 84, 85, 86, 90, 91, 92 Endsley, Mary Kay Wright (12) - 45 Evans, Mr. C.R. - 66, 102, 103, 111, 117 Evans, Stephan (1) - 63 F Fanning, Gary (2) - 62 Fanning, Wendy (K) - 64 Fergason, Dianne (11) - 10, 17, 20, 48, 79, 84, 90, 91, 119 Findley, Debbie (11) - 10, 36, 48, 49, 76, 84, 86, 90, 91, 105, 119 Fitch, Bubba (K) - 64 Fleming, Mrs. Mary - 66, 154 Florence, Brenda (8) - 54, 88, 158 Ford, Peaches (K) - 64 Foster, Clarence (7) - 56, 57, 103, 117 Foster, James (5) - 59, 93 Foster, Kim (8) - 54, 68, 73, 83, 88, 90, 91, 110, 116 Foster, Marteal (9) - 52, 86, 104, 105, 113 G Gaddis, Angie (K) - 64 Gaddis, Crystal (1) - 63 Gaddis, Shawn (2) - 62 : Gardner, Anthony (6) - 58, 93. Gardner, Doretha (7) - 36, 56; 110, 116 Gardner, Missy (11) - 8, 10, 14, 27, 34, 35, 36, 37, 48, 49, 78, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 100, 104, 105, 119, 132 Gardner, Mrs. Pat - 40, 66, 84 Garsee, Jennifer (4) - 18, 60 Gaston, Casey (3) - 61 Gaston, Sabrina (7) - 2, 56 Gaston, Vickie (4) - 60 Gee, David (12) - 3, 13, 30, 38, 45, 46, 82, 84, 86 George, Remey (5) - 59, 93 George, Sarah (1) - 63 Gibbons, Crystal (K) - Gieb, Alan (10) - 20, 50, 96, 99, 107, 121 Gieb, Mrs. Corine - 66 Gieb, Patty (6) - 58, 93 Gilbert, Colin (K) - 64 Gipson, Melinda (10) - 15, 21, 36, 50, 85, 105, 121 Gipson, Tommy (6) - 58, 93 Gladney, Mrs. Linda - 66 Glenn, Cindy (11) - 11, 48, 86, 88, 120, 121 Glidewell, Dusty (4) - 63 Glover, john (3) - 18, 61 Glover, Melinda (K) - 64 Goff, Mr. Dennis - 66 Goff, Ross (10) Goff, Sally (8) Goforth, Arti (12) - 21, 29, 38, 2, 45, 79, 80, 81, 82, 85, 86, 95, 105, 109 Goodacre, Adrian (6) - 58, 93 Goodrum, Brandy (2) - 62 Graham, Chip (10) - 22, 29, 50, 96, 99, 107 Grammier, Mr. Hal - 65 Grammier, Heath (10) - 50, 90, 91, 96, 99, 119 Grammer, Keith (10) - 50, 87, 90, 91, 107, 119 Grant, Chris (6) - 58, 93 - Grant, jackie (7) - 56, 77, 90, 91, 110, 116 Grant, Keith (4) - 60 Grant, Shanika (K) - 64 Green, Mrs. Jo - 66, 67, 81, 85 Green, Joshua (2) - 62 Grote, Courtney (K) - 64 H Haby, Charie (2) - 62 Haby, Paul (9) - 17, 37, 52, 78, 79, 87, 96, 99 Haby, Travis (5) - 59, 93 Haddock, Sherri (8) - 40, 54, 90, 91, 110, 116 Hall, Mr. Don - 66 : Hamilton, Kristen (10) - 7, 9, 14, 50, 77, 81, 85, 100, 109, 113 Hamilton, Rosiland (7) - 54, 110, 116 Hamilton, Shannon (5) - 59, 93 Hamilton, Steven (4) - 60 Hamlet, Billy (8) - 111 Hamlet, De’Ann (4) - 60 Hankins, Brud (8) - 54, 55, 102, 103, 111 Hankins, Glenda (12) - 1, 16, 38, 45, 76, 86 Hankins, Tina (9) - 20, 52, 86 Harper, Andrea (4) - 60 Harper, Mrs. Phyllis - 66 Harris, Kimberly (9) - 52, 86, 90, 91, 105, 112, 413 Hawkins, Dewayne (10) - 50 Hawkins, Jason (2) - 62 Closing 151 VwVwewvrveuv vol A52 Hawkins, Lisa (8) - 6, 25, 54, 88, 90, 91, 110, 116 Hawkins, Marsha (3) - 61 Haynes, Elisa (7) - 56, 88, 90, 91, 410 Haynes, Larry (3) - 61 Haynes, Rexella (5) - 59, 93 Hendley, Anthony (4) - 60 Hendley, Dawne’ (8) - 20, 54, 155 Hendley, Dhustie (11)- 7, 14, 48, 100, 104 Hensley, Adana (1) - 63 Hensley, Dickie (3) - 61 Hensley, Sabrina (6) 58, 93 Hensley, Stephanie (1) - 63 Henson, Darryl (10) - 50, 87 Henson, Jimmy (6) - 58, 93 Henson, Kevin (9) - 52, 87, 96, 99, 107, 115 Henson, Sherry (10) - 50, 77, 86 Herrin, Toni (10) - 21, 50, 75, 85 Higginbotham, Kathy (10) - 50 Hightower, Ace (4) - 2, 60 Hightower, Jody (9) - 28, 52, 86, 105, 108, 109, 113, 121 Hogg, Bryan (4) - 60 Hogg, Staci (7) - 56, 90, 91 Holt, Janet (6) - 58, 93 Holt, Joe (7) - 36, 56, 103, 111, 117 Holt, john (10) - 20, 50, 87, 96 Honeycutt, Tammy (8) - 54 Honzell, Jason (3) - 61 Honzell, Kenneth (4) - 60 Honzell, Robert (1) - 63 Hopper, Jerry Don (10) - 23, 50 Hopper, Lisa (7) - 57 Huckabee, Diane (K) - 64 Hudgins, Ray {K) - 64, 71 Hughes, Lisa (8) - 3, 54, 74, 75 Hughes, Russell (12) - 16, 19, 33, 38, 45, 83, 85, 87, 88 Hughes, Rusty (11) - 23, 48, 83, 85, 95, 106, 107 Humble, Randy (4) - 60 , Jackson, Mrs. Billie - 66, 86 Jackson, Brian (5) - 59, 93 Jackson, Carrie (5) - 59, 93 Jackson, Craig (9) - 82, 87 Jackson, Mrs. Dorothy - 66 Jackson, Mrs. Jimmie - 66 Jackson, Kelly (10) - 8, 14, 50, 69, $5, 90, 91, 92, 105 Jackson, Kelly (6) - 58, 93 Jackson, Lawanda (7) - 54, 77, 110, 116 jackson, Leann (8) - 25, 54, 84, 90, 971, 101, 110, 147 Jackson, Lois (6) - 58, 93 Jackson, Loys (5) - 59, 93 Jackson, Nichol (5) - 59, 93, 147 Jackson, Tony (11) - 28, 49, 72, 87, 96, 97, 106, 107 james, Mrs. Patty - 66 Jarrett, Thomas (2) - 62 Jarvis, Kristi (10) - 8, 20, 21, 50, 51, 80, 81, 85, 86, 109, 113 Jennings, Starla (1) - 63 Job, Mrs. Sandy - 40, 66, 105, 109, 113 John, Brent (11) - 20, 49, 87, 119 John, Kent (11) - 48, 49, 87 Johnson, James (7) - 57, 103 Johnson, Janice (8) - 54 Johnson, Judy (11) - 49, 105, 108, 109 K Kear, Mr. James - 65 Kear, Kelli (2) - 62 Kear, Kristi (4) - 60 Kendall, Starr (1) - 63, 71 Kennedy, Anthony (8) - 13, 55, 89, 90, 91, 102, 103, 114, 117 Kennedy, Gus (10) - 23, 87 Kennedy, Jonathan (4) - 60 Kennedy, Katie (2) - 62 Kennedy, Weldon (10) - 23, 25, 28, 51, 85, 90, 91, 94, 96, 99, 107, 115 Kilgore, Angela (10) - 28, 51, 86, 113 King, Dennis (1) - 63 King, Mary Lois (3) - 61 Index King, Steve (K) - 64 Kirkpatrick, Mr. Wayne - 66, 67, 75 Kitchings, Alan (1) - 63 Kitchings, julie (K) - 64 Kitchings, Kurt (5) - 59, 93 L Lacy, Nicki (3) - 61 Lacy, Richard (2) - 62 Lawless, Lance (2) - 62 Lay, David (5) - 59, 93 Lay, Fony (3) - 61 Lee, Steven (4) - 18, 60 Lewis, Cheryl (1) - 63 Lewis, Shauna (5) - 59, 93 Lewis, Teresa (7) - 57, 90, 91, 110, 116, 155 Little, Hunter (7) - 57, 111 Little, Martin (11) - 8, 27, 31, 49, 87, 96, 97 Long, Charles (10) - 51, 95, 96, 99, 106 Long, Diedra (5) - 18, 59, 93 Lothridge, Mr. Frank - 66 Lunsford, Cheyenne (7) - 17, 25, 56, 57, 74, 84, 90, 91, 110, 141 Lunsford, Shelby (4) - 60, 70, 141 Luster, Jerry (5) - 59, 93 M Matheny, David (8) - 12, 55, 103, 411, 117 Maxwell, Chase (3) - 67 Maxwell, William (1) - 63 May, Nikki (K} - 64 Melton, Lisa (8) - 40, 55, 110 Menges, Jan (5) - 59, 93 Menges, Jimmy (8) - 20, 55, 111 Merchant, Mrs. Shelia - 66 Merritt, Bryan (2) - 18, 62 Merritt, Chris (4) - 60 Middlebrooks, Brady (9) - 6, 24, 52, 53, 79, 87, 89, 90, 91, 96, 99, 107 Middlebrooks, Cheryl (8) - 37, 55, 73, 89, 90, 91, 93, 110, 116 Miller, Rhonda (5) - 62 Minor, Virgil (K) - 64 Mitcham, Lisa (10) - 12, 51, 79, 85, 86, 88, 121 _ Mitchell, Mrs. Judy - 66 Moffet, Jena (3) - 61 Mondier, Sara (7) - 9, 37, 56, 57, 90, 91, 101, 110 Mondier, Wendy (10) - 51, 79, 82, 85, 86, 88, 90, 91, 118, 119 Montgomery, Martiel (5) - 59, 93, 137 Montgomery, Mrs. Mary Kathryn - 65 Moog, Chris (9) - 51 Moore, Jason (5) - 59, 93 Moore, Jeffery (5) - 59, 93 Moore, Kevin (8) - 12, 55, 103, 111 Moore, Kim (4) - 60 Moore, Mr. Roger - 65 Moreno, Alicia (1) - 63 Morris, Adrian (4) - 60 Myhand, Paula (6) - 58, 93 Mc McAdoo, Shane (1) - 63 McCartor, Tracy (11) - 8, 10, 14, 48, 49, 78, 84, 85, 86, 90, 91, 92 MeCarty, Erin (K) - 64 McDaniel, James (4) - 63 McKennon, Rhonda (2) - 62 McLane, Amy (4) - 60 McLane, Mrs. Billie - 66 McLane, David (7) - 57, 103, 111, 117 McMillan, Jeremy (4) - 60 MeMillan, Rhonda (10) - 17, 20, 50, 51, 82, 84, 85, 86, 105, 112, 113 N Nelson, Adam (3) - 61 Nelson, Lora (5) 59, 93 Nelson, Sara (1) - 63 Null, Gina (10) - 8, 14, 24, 36, 37, 51, 79, 81, $3, 84, 85, 90, 91, 92 Null, Glen (12) - 14, 16, 27, 29, 38, 39, 42, 46, 84, 87, 96, 97, 98, 106, 107, 144 O O'Donnell, Mr. James - 44, 66, 85, 89 Olson, Chris (7) - 57, 103 O'Neal, Amy (9) - 28, 52, 73, 86, 89, 105, 109, 121 Osburn, Robbi Young (12) - 8, 19, 21, 38, 39, 46, 90, 91, 92 Owen, Billy (K) - 64 Owens, Chrissy (4) - 60 P Pace, Tiffany (4) - 63 Parish, Mrs. Sabrina - 67 Parrish, Gary (K) - 64 Pavel, John (2) - 62 Pellham, Mike (9) - 53, 87, 96, 99 Petty, Kevin (5) - 59, 93 Phelps, Anita (9) - 25, 29 Phelps, Dewayne (10) - 115 Philley, Amy (2) - 18, 62 Philley, julie (K) - 18, 19, 64 , @ Pitts, Jim (8) - 12, 37, 55, 73, 89, 102, 103, 111, ; 117 ; Poole, Heath (4) - 60 ; oh Poole, Holly (3) - 61 Price, jill (1) - 18, 63 ; an Price, Mark (8) - 55 . ol Price, Mr. Tony - 67 Pryor, Donny (6) - 58, 93 Pryor, Greg (4) - 60 Rambo, Eddie (5) - 59, 93 : Ramsey, Bobby (1) - 63 Ramsey, Kristina (3) - 61 Ramsey, Tammy (1) - 63 Randel, Lowell (5) - 50, 93 Raney, Bobby (10) - 24, 86, 96, 99, 114 Ray, Dennis (9) - 53, 87 : Ray, James (5) - 59, 93 ai Ray, Ms. Melinda - 67, 88, 119 a Ray, Ronney (8) - 55, 103, 111, 117 | Ray, Zandi (4) - 60 : Reagan, Brandon (1) - 63 Reagan, James (7) - 57, 117 a Reagan, Michael (5) - 59, 93 | Reddic, Terri (4) - 60 Redic, Bridget (4) - 60 Redic, Randy (5) - 59, 93 Reeves, Ross (6) - 58, 93 q Rhoades, Bubba (6) - 58, 93 : Rhodes, Sheri (3) - 61 Q Rhodes, Steve (8) - 37, 55, 89, 90, 91, 102, 103, 111, 117 Riddle, David (6) - 58, 93 Riley, Cody (1) - 63 Riley, Michele (8) - 55 Rinehart, Deana (10) - 51, 69, 84, 86, 90, 91, 119: Ripka, Mrs. Terry - 67 Ritch, Eloise (4) - 60 Ritch, Jud (K) - 64 Roberson, Mrs. Lila - 66, 67, 88 Roberson, Mrs. Louise - 67 Roberson, Paul (5) - 59, 93 Robinson, Linda (11) - 49, 86, 88 Robinson, Phillip (10) - 51 Rogers, Mike (10) - 51, 86 Roshell, Kevin (12) - 1, 8, 14, 46, 82, 86, 96, 7 Rouquette, D’Aun (9) - 26, 53, 86, 90, 91, 119 Rouquette, Mary Rice (5) - 59, 93 : Rouquette, Mrs. Sharlot - 67 Rouquette, Tres (10) - 8, 17, 28, 51, 87, 96, 98, 406, 107, 115, 179 Rouquette, Zeph (2) - 62 Rowe, Tabitha (K) - 64 Roy, Mr. Chester - 65, 67, 96, 110, 116 Russell, Jake (1) - 63 Russell, Rob (3 ) - 61 eu Scarborough, Cara (9) - 14, 20, 53, 74, 84, 86, + 90, 91, 92 4 Shamburger, Mrs. Suzanne - 67, 85 . Sikes, Amie (4) - 60 of e i esas: ieee Stanley, Kelly (K) . 18, 19, 64 _ Stanley, Randy (8) - 17, 25, - Sikes, Jolie (2) - 62 Silvey, Elizabeth (2) - 62 Silvey, Mr. Paul - 65 Silvey, Wade (4) - 60 Sims, Dean (7) - 57, 103, 111, 117 Sims, Jill (6) - 17, 18, 58, 93 Sims, Tana (2) - 62 Skeen, Mandy (6) - 58, 93 Skeen, Tres (8) - 12, 17, 55, 103, 117, 138 Slaton, Brad (K) - 64 Smith, Sheree (1) - 63 Smith, Shon (9) - 36, 52, 53, 87, 107 Smith, Todd (3) - 61 Sowell, David (3) - 61 Sowell, Kenneth (5) - 59, 93 Spencer, Billy (12) - 15, 24, 38, 46, 84, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91 - Spencer, David (3) - 61 Spencer, Katina (5) - 59, 93 Spencer, ey (1) - 23, 63 ___ Spencer, Torrie (1)- 63 _ Sprayberry, Becky (9) - 36, 53, 85, = 89, 121 _ Sprayberry, Donna (4) - 60 Sprayberry, Shelley (2) - 62 Sprayberry, Tammy (8) - 36, 37, 55, 89, 110, 116 Sprayberry, Tony (12) - 14, 20, 31, 38, 46, 87, 96, 97, 106, 107, 121 - Stanger, Mr. Harold - 31, 67, 83 _ Stanger, Misty (9) - 7, 9, 14, 20, 25, 52, 53, 86, 88, 89, 90, 91, 100, 101, 105, 108, 109, 113 Stanger, Skip (11) - 7, 8, 17, 26, 30, 35, 49, 84, 96, 97, 106, 107, 115 Stanley, Dale (12) - 1, 7, 23, v7, 28247, 82, 87, 90, 91 402, 103, 111, 117 Stern, Mrs. Adriene - 67 Stevens, Stephanie (2) - 62 Stewart, Brad (2)- 62 Stewart, Darrell (4) - 60 Stewart, Kim (9) - 20, 22, 53, 98, 91 : Stewart, Susan (5) - 93 : _ Stewart, Susie (2) - 59, 62 Still, Angela (9) - 53, 86, 89,121 still, Connie (12) - 13, 31, © 47, se 86, 88, eS Still, Melissa (10) - 23, 51, vt Still, Tina (6) - 58,93 Stovall, Jennifer (K) - 64 — Strickland, Lori (5) - 93 - Stroud, Mrs. Jean - 67 ‘Stroud, Sally (10) - 8, 14, 51, 78, 79, 80, 81, 83, «85, 90, 91, 92 _Sudweeks, Earlene (12) - 12, 36, 37, 38, 39, 47, _ 68, 78, 79, 81, 85, 88 : _ Sudweeks, Marie (4) - 60 | Waggoner, Sudweeks, Nanette (3) - 61 Sudweeks, Susan (10) - 21, 37, 50, 51, 79, 80, 81, 85, 88 Sudweeks, Will (9) - = 21, 27, 36, 52, 53, 87, 89, 90, 91, 93 _ Sullivan, Jason (1) - 63 Sullivan, Lisa (3) - 61 Summers, Blaine (3) - 61 Summers, Bridgett (7) - 2, 57 Summers, Crystal (9) - 53 T Talkington, Mr. Arthur - 19, 28, 29, 65, 67, 96, 415 Taylor, Rontrez (2) - 63 Teague, Christy (K) - 64 Teague, Kevin (3) - 61 Teague, Traci (3) - 61 Thomas, Cindy (5) - 59, 93 Thomas, Mark (9) - 53, 77, 79, 89, 107, 120, 2: Thomas, Monty 6). - 58 Thompson, Ebony (1) - 63 Thompson, Kristi (4) - 60 Thompson, Rubin (8) - 55, 90, 91 Trice, Chris (11) - 20, 22, 49, 85, 86, 96, 97 Turner, Chris (5) - 59, 93 Turner, Shannon (8) - 12, 55, 73 U _Utsey, Teresa aa. 4, 16, 17, 30, 32, 36, 37, 38, 39, 2 o 83, 84, 85, 86, 88, 90, 91, 427 2 V Varner, Shannon (3) - 61 Vetsch, Mrs. Pam - 67 W Wade, Derrick (7) - 57, 90, 91, 103, 111 Wade, Doug (9) - 6, 20, 53, 83, 87, 90, 91, 107 Wade, Shannon (12) - 1, 13, 30, 38, 39, 47, 83, 85, 88, 89 issy @) - 6, 8, 14, 20, 53, 84, 86, Ware, May Ann (9) - 53, 86, 90, 91, 113 Ware, Ronnie (4) - 60 Warren, Shane (4) - 60 Washington, Vickie (6) - 58, 93 Watson, Danny (9) - 115 Watson, Mrs. Nita - 67 Watts, Martha (10) - 41, 86 Webb, Erin (3) - 61 Webb, Jeff (6) - 58, 93 Webb, Jeremy (3) - 61 Webb, Larry (7) - 57, 103 Webb, Lisa (8) - 36, 55, 89, 90, 91 Weed, Missy (8) - 116 Welch, Holly (7) - 2, 24, 37, 57, 90, 91, 119, 116 Welch, Wendy (5) - 59, 93 Welsh, Mr. Daniel - 65, 67, 96, 107, 119, 121 West, Kwame (6) - 93 West, Nicky (4) - 60 West, Tonja (9) - 6, 7, 8, 14, 28, 53, 83, 86, 88, 90, 91, 100, 101, 105, 112, 143 White, Brian (4) - 60 White, Ernie (9) - 6, 53, 87, 90, 91, 124 White, Jim (10) - 37, 51, 87, 106, 107, 115, 119 White, Todd (12) - 10, 20, 21, 27, 42, 47, 85, 87 Willardson, Ron (8) - 55, 88, 111 Williams, Angie (3) - 61 Williams, Chris (K) - 58, 64 Williams, Craig (1) - 63 Williams, Mrs. Patsy - 67 Williams, Scotty (1) - 63 Williams, Susan (5) - 59, 93 Williamson, Chris (6) - 93 Williamson, Missy (9) - 22, 25, 53, 84, 86, 88, 90, 91, 109, 113 Williamson, Richard (11) - 27, 30, 48, 49, 87, 96, 97, 98, 118, 119 Williamson, Stacy (K) - 71 Wilprit, Bruce (11) - 49, 76, 87, 107 __Wilprit, Jaimy (2) - 62 Wilprit, Lakisha (7) - 57, 90, 91, 410, 116 Wilson, limmy (7) - 57, 103, 117 Wilson, Katina (4) - 60 Wilson, Sabrina (6) - 58, 93 Worley, Gary (10) - 22, 51, 87 Worley, Jason (2) - 62 Wright, Delisa (4) - 60, 71 Wright, Mrs. Kathleen - 67 Wright, Marcus (7) - 57, 103, 111, 117 Wright, Melynda (8) - 37, 55, 73, 89, 90, 91, 101, 116 Young, jennier 8) ‘18, 61, 1 Young, Nickie (9) - 3, S 2 oo 53, 86, 89, 96,917,105 Young, Mr. Robert - 65 Yowell, Danny (4) - Closing 153 eo Mrs. Mary Fleming lf an office could have a personality, the office of the secretary to — the Superintendent of Overton Schools did — a rather large, sweet-_ faced, gentle woman who smiled from behind the desk and was | always glad to see everyone who walked in the door. “Why, it seems _ such a long time since | saw you last. How are you? How can | help _ you?” If any words can express Mary’s personality they have to be ‘these: “How can | help?” She loved Overton Schools and all the people here and if any of them needed something done, then quietly, unobtrusively, it would be done. She took the time, no- matter how busy she was, to visit and to spread her sunshine to | everyone within range. She didn’t gossip and no one ever heard he say anything derogatory about another person, but we often heard her compliment and encourage us, not just to us in person but to others as well. She never asked or expected any thanks for any of the | things we did and we didn’t remember to say “Thanks” ae often © enough to the genie who provided the coffee for the faculty meet- | ings, filled the coke machine, and fixed the cranky copier. Everyone who went into her office reacted to the natural, unaffected, unaware _ lovliness that glowed from her by feeling like a better, worthier — person while in her presence. Business will go on as usual in the — Superintendent's office, but the light is dimmed. : 154 Memorial Remember D wné Hendley Dawné — laughter and jokes and purple and talking about boys --- these were things she loved. She couldn’t be still and she couldn’t be quiet; she was always doing something for a laugh and for excite- ment. Only Dawné would sign “Ered” on the board when she was supposed to put her name up for talking in class; we'll be a long time forgetting that. She loved being with nds and we all knew that where Dawné was, it was fun to be. But there was a different side to her, a gentler side, than the wild, crazy “Valley Girl” she imitated so well. She was a good person to talk to when someone had a problem or was in trouble. She really understood how to listen and share a confidence or a secret; and she could always make us poet ane the trouble seem smaller. We loved her. We will always miss her. Closing 155 An exciting day, Channel 7 news Coach Welsh enjoys a suprise interviews Earlene Sudweeks cho- birthday party given by his sen ‘‘special student of the week.” hall seniors. “Do you need a fork?,” fourth grade: Andrea a Harper asks Donna _Sprayberry at their end of ae school elk Band members Melynda Wright and Lisa Melton broadcast win- ning Sweepstakes by writing on the bus. Girls golf team, Deana Rinehart, Dianne Fergason, Missy Gardner, and Debbie Findley leave for the State Tournament. wevrve ie ae | Reaching The Top “Free at last!” shout sr: At the beginning of the year each of us, students _and faculty, set goals and we have surpassed those _ goals in many instances. Our football team won most of their games, staying in competition title until the very end. Our band won a Fi at the fall marching contest and Swe Award in the spring. Our track and tenni 3 challenged the district leaders and both girls and boys golf teams competed at the state tournament. Inthe UIL Literary events, some of our students went to state in poetry and prose interpretation and in science. The new gym, cafeteria, science lab, home- making department and band hall have been com- ‘our teachers have the sati: The end of the school year also brings the completion of the new gym, band hall, science lab, ho- _memaking room, and cafeteria. “Oh no, we got caught!” Lisa Hughes, Laura Bell, Dianne Ferga- — son, and Dhustie ir at cheerleading try-outs. da ankins, David Gee, and Arli Goforth pleted ahead of schedule and we look forward to next year when the building will be in use. Since this is the first school building on our campus since 1932 both our school and our community take pride in the accomplishment. — We have broadened ou as students and : : n of knowing that none of these things would have been possible with- out their guidance. They have supported us through the tough times and celebrated with us during our victories. It has been an outstanding year. We leave it with some feelings of regret that it is over, but with pride in ourselves and our school. Closing 15 ieHendieypeekin r. FRIENDSHIPS. Throughout the year we achievea . y goals and made many friends, just as Brenda Florence friendship pins symbolize. 158 Final Page ——— sou ———_—_—————— Reaching New Heights 5 SRS LAEZ RAL ACA A ES || PYOGIess Ui L e 5 a) . ats He verre Addressing the monthly Annud Staff meeting, Editor Teresa Utse! and Ad Editors Missy Gardner ani Dianne Fergason inform. staf members of yearbook assign ments. Colophon Those responsible for this year’s book were editor Teresa Utsey, ad editors Missy Gardner and Dianne Fergason, and school photographers Cliff Brunson and Chris Cook. This 7% x 10%, 156 page edi- tion of the LOS TEJAS was print- ed using offset lithography b Josten’s American Yearboo Company in Topeka, Kansas, re- presented by Gil Jackson. Lightface and boldface vari- ations of style 31, Optima type were used on gloss finish paper. 30% Gray was used on specific pages to add emphasis. The col- or pages were mounted by staff members and the black and white pages were drawn on tri- packs and processed at the Jos- ten plant. The cover was custom de- signed by Teresa Utsey and Steve Maxwell at the Galveston workshop. Used on the cover was Styleline No. 571, Lariat type. The Editors attended work- shops this summer at Longview, instructed by Jack Harkrider; at Austin, instructed by Col. Charles E. Savedge; and at Gal- veston, produced by Josten’s. Staff members Cheryl Elliott, Theresa Chiles, and Lori Brown also attended the Galveston workshop. Awards included two trophies for first place in lay-out designs in Galveston and a certificate for excellent lay- outs won in Austin. Many of the new techniques learned have been applied to this book. 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