St Philip High School - Statuette Yearbook (Battle Creek, MI)

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JUNE ROSE You'll find her anywhere you find a bunch gathering-happy, good-natured and likeable. Juke boxes seem to amaze her, while bowling is her favorite whim. Shots a tive-foot three package of fun with large brown eyes full of song, gaiety and a touch of serious- ness. She'll go far in the future and we have no fear of dissap- pointment in predicting for June a happy and successful life, for she will make a host of friends where-ever she goes. Rose Ellen Howard. TOM SCHODER O Bury Me on the Lone Prairie That plaintive wail might well be the theme song of our Tom Schoder, for the boy of the dancing eyes and ever-present grin longs to be a cattle rancher. And Tom, because we know your characteristic perseverance and quicksilver business intuition, we're betting you make it! Betty McSherry. DOROTHY SEVERANCE Tall, dark, and reserved, Dorothy wins many friends by her unassuming ways. She maintains a calm and cordial manner toward all, and is willing to lend a helping hand whenever one is needed. She will probably always be remembered for her superb performance as the lovable Peg in the Senior Class play. Outside school she leads a varied and interesting life with ice skating, swimming, tennis, and bowling her mainstays. Scholastically, and in every way, she carries out the highest ideals of St. Philip School. Edith Smudde, '43. MARGARET SHANNON Companionable, good-natured, and lively, Margaret Shannon can always be found willing to co-operate in all activities. School comes first on her list, but after her studying is done, Peggy con- centrates her attentions to having a good time. Her hobbies are .writing letters and dancingg her best-loved sports, bowling and tennis, and her favorite color, navy blue. Joseph Abbey ,43. EDITH SMUDDE Laughter-loving, sincere, gay or pensive at will, Edith slipped into a niche in the Senior class early this January. lt was not long before she won the hearts of all. Her generous heart is surpassed only by her happy disposition. She is in addition a good student and friend worth having. VVe wish you God-speed, 'tEdie',, in your upward climb. , Donna St. Pierre, '43. JULIA STEVENS Wheiievei' you meet her you are sure to receive a good-natured smile and cheery 'helloi Ask her a question and Julia will raise a pert eyebrow, above twinkling grey eyes, in consideration. Slend- er of frame and medium of stature, she is fond of swimming and loves to dance. Her happy and friendly manner assures her of a bright and promising future long after she has graduated from St. Philip High. Eileen Chase. aqe sixty-two

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BETTY McSHERRY Twinkling eyes, sparkling smile, magnetic personality and a person admired by all! This is our Betty McSherry-A pert little miss, a good scholar, a wonderful Catholic-and an all round swell person. Betty will always remain unspoiled by all flattery and praise, for she is truly a model student. Your classmates say, You're tops Betty? Rosemary Kittleton. PHYLLIS METZ Should you happen to run into a slim, small built girl with en- thusiasm and ambition bubbling from her, it is most likely to be Phyllis Metz. She greets you with a warm smile that makes you feel that you are welcome. She has large, expressive, hazel eyes with a merry twinkle in them. She has been gifted with a lovely singing voiceg is also very efficient in writing which she has made one of her hobbies. Swim- ming too, she enjoys. Quiet, reserved, talented and ready to lend a helping hand when it is needed are the chief characteristics embodied in Phyllis. We have recognized her scholastic ability and realize she has been an asset to our class. I Betty Vary. JAMES 0'BRIEN Typically Irish! James 0'Brien, a lad with brown eyes and equally dark hair, displays a broad teasing grin, which he extends to everybody. His interests are extensive, but among his favorites, argumentation and dancing rank perhaps the highest. We, the Class of '43, have recognized and appreciated .limmy's leadership-- thus, we extend our best wishes to his future success. Margaret Shannon. SHIRLEY 0'REILLY Once you have made the acquaintance of this friendly, big hearted person, with her genial personality, laughing blue eyes and pug nose, you will realize the meaning of a truly loyal friend. Of- ten she has proven her dependable willingness, but it was out- standing in the case of the Senior Play when she assumed a role at the critical moment, saving the emergency and giving a superb performance. Yese-this little Irish lass, has many enviable quali- ties, and we her classmates will never forget them--or her. Charlene Trollman 543. MA RY ELLEN OSBORNE If you see a tall, slender girl who is sincere and willing to eo- operate in all activities-it's Mary Ellen. Besides being an attrac- tive 'strawberry blonde', the possessor of large blue eyes and pleas- ant smile, she has an A-1 class spirit. We know Mary Ellen will win a place in her chosen field which will reflect nothing but credit 011 her Alma Mater. Rupert Hoxie, '43. page sixty one

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DONNA ST. PIERRE For she's a jolly good fellow - Who? Why Donna St. Pierre, of course! Surreptilious whispers during class, a gale of giggles at the suggestion of a comic situation, a new moron joke- all belong to Donna who has added more than her share of enjoy- ment to the class. May you always be your sweet, sunny self, Donna, for that's how we'll remember you. Betty McSherry. CHARLENE TROLLMAN A more congenial person just couldn't bc found, or a more decisive one. Charlene shows an air of independence and allows no obstacle to change her goal. Her leadership is recognized by all her classmates. Another feather in Charlene's cap is her ability to wear clothes, dress or sport, and she has them. She loves to dance and does so well, along with any other sport you may ask her to participate in, for every inch of her five feet is bubbling over with vigor and vitality. If you hear a short giggle and a click of heels, that's Bid-you'll like her. Lorraine Foley, '43. BETTY VARY Laugh your troubles away, or there's always a sunny side to life. would best describe the charming personality of Betty Vary. She is known for her humorous nature, and carefree swinging talk which seems to express so well the vigor and vitality of its owner. We are confident Betty, that whatever path of life you choose will be well laden with friends, and thus you will realize a happiness far superior to any other. Your friendly, cheery smile will always be a stable fixture in our cherished High School memories. Dorothy Severance 513. SHIRLEY YEAKEY One of the quietest and most business-like girls of our class is Shirley Yeakey. Shirley's reddish-blonde hair, matching blue eyes and cherry red lips give us the picture of a typical all-American girl. Among her pet likes are orchid sweaters and pleated skirts. Shirley, gifted with the ability of a stenographcr, hopes to make it her life work, and our best wishes go with her. Gerry Lehmoine. BEVERLY YEAKEY Some people are just naturally gifted with personality, and Bev has more than her share. This energetic lass of 5' 4',, with clear blue eyes and a connnanding smile that sooner or later develops into a whole-hearted giggle, is noted for her sincere interest and co-operation in school affairs. Her friends are as numerous as her vast collection of dolls. Bev will always be remembered for the gay and carefree spirit she has displayed all through her High School years. Dorothy Severance. page sixty thi ee