St Stephens Academy - Academician Yearbook (Port Huron, MI)

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St. Stephen High School Port Huron, Michigan presents THE STEPHECHO of 1964 V olume viii I Our challenge of tomorrow: we face it today at St. Stephen’s. Challenge is one word that summarizes the life of the final graduating class of St. Stephen Higfi. Whether it be a challenge of friendship, a challenge of knowledge, a challenge of faith, a challenge of hap- piness, or a challenge of sportsmanship, it is still a challenge. Every school day and every day thereafter presents a challenge to the class of ’64. The student was constantly being challenged to make this year a memorable year - one that would show the 2 world that the St. Stephen spirit never dies. We found this challenge in being the closing chapter of a col- orful 66-year history of a high school, and by uphold- ing traditions venerated by everyone who ever consid- ered St. Stephen’s “home”. We hope these pages of the final edition of the Stephecho will prove to the reader how well we have accepted the challenge of holding high the standards of a dying St. Stephen High School. Table of Contents Our Challenge of Tomorrow: We Face It Today By: Guidance Spiritual Growth -______9 Knowledge - 15 Physical Fitness ___ _ _ _ _ 21 Participating ________ 48 Graduation _________ 63 Other Christs inspire us to face the challenge of today Our pastor and spiritual adviser, Father Edward J. DeMars, with Stephecho co-editor, Francine Malane. Father DeMars discusses a Newsweek article about President Johnson tries to be available always to the seniors for consultation. Our priests influence us by word and example Among the memories formed in this last year of the existence of the high school, St. Stephen teenagers will always remem- ber our pastor and priests. Father DeMars and Father Van derLinden have influenced our way of thought, our daily routine, and our promising future. They have been our guides who have inspired and counseled us, the youth of America, along to maturity. Now that we are on the brink of gradu- ation, ready to take that inevitable step into a demanding and complex society, grat- tiude fills our hearts to our priests, our teachers, and our parents who have helped to impart to us the ideals of the real Christian men and women of today. priest’s time is never his own. Father Edward Mars is surprised by the camera as he returns m one of his frequent pastoral sick calls. Assistant pastor, Father Peter Van der Linden, strolls through the St. Stephen grounds while saying the Office. The letters “St. Stephen” in the background have been implanted in the mound since the present school was erected in 1925 . Father “Van” spends hard-won lei- sure moments developing prints in his basement darkroom. Photography is only one of his varied hobbies. “Love therefore is the fulfillment of the parishioners as he is reading the Epistle law. Father Van der Linden glances at the f or the fourth Sunday after Epiphany. 5 Our teachers strive to inspire, educate and guide us on Sister Harold Marie, in- structor of science and mathematics, delights in using an overhead project- or to illustrate a graph to her trig students. After a rewarding day of hard work in American History and Economics, Mr. Robert Sheehan takes those test papers along with him to be scored. 6 road to maturity Final St. Stephen faculty urges us on to greater things This year was one of challenge for both instructors and students. With only seniors, the curriculum was the same as previous years. Under the competent leadership of Sister M. Coronata, principal, the faculty - Sister Jean Baptiste, Sister M. Evangelista, Sister Har- old Marie, Mr. Robert Sheehan, and Mr. Michael Gkekas - gave the sen- iors every spiritual, social, scho- lastic, and athletic advantage. Both, Mr. Gkekas and Mr. Sheehan, managed the sports program: golf, track, football, and basketball. Besides her duties as principal, Sister Coronata advised the news- paper staff. Sister Jean Baptiste monitored the yearbook, Student Council, and the National Honor Society. English and commercial departments were headed by Sister Evangelista, while Sister Harold Marie guided the Future Teachers. Sister Coronata, takes some of her precious time from a busy day’s schedule as principal to make an early announcement of the day’s important activities to the student body. Coach Michael Gkekas plans some strategic plays for St. Stephen’s final football team, an all-senior squad. The teacher’s work is not finished when school is dismissed. Here Sister Jean Baptiste, drafting instructor, checks jobs drawn by her draftsmen. 7 OUR CHALLENGE OF TOMORROW . . . • • . . . WE FACE IT TODAY BY . . SPIRITUAL GROWTH The keystone of Catholic education is the idea that man has a destiny beyond the merely human, that he is a temporal being who also faces existence in eternity. Many spiritual means are given to the class of 64 to en- able them to meet courageously the difficul- ties and problems of everyday living. What greater challenge is there for the seniors than to be living in this age marked with scientific achievements; some of which are being used for the destruction of man, while they were intended by God to enable man to advance in the knowledge of the real, the true source of all power— God. In religious instructions an appreciation of their Faith and their commitment to it was noted and studied. Ways and means to make this Faith a vibrant, living force were emphasized. As knowledge is food for the mind so is Holy Mass for the soul. The seniors have a privilege few possess, the opportunity for daily Mass and Communion. For a half hour each day, they may leave their worries and obligations behind and seek the strength in God to bravely face the challenges of the day. Each year the students are given the op- portunity to draw closer to God by taking an inventory of their spirituality. Three days of retreat are at their disposal. It is up to each individual to get the most out of re- treat. A schedule of conferences and prayer is set up for their thinking, and sp iritual reading is provided. Three days of precious school retreat recalls to the seniors their own eternal destinies; this brief period is a time of serious contemplation and of prayer. As a group of tenth graders we worshiped God at Mass, and now as Seniors we will soon face this obligation as one of our own responsibilities. Our use of the missal through these years have helped us to participate more fully in the greatest prayer-the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Four senior altar boys prepare the altar for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Jody Platzer lights the candles as Ed Grattan sets the altar card in the correct position. Bill Wilson places the Missal on the altar, while Bill Dunn prepares the credence table. Father Van der Lindendirects these boys who have been servers on the altar of God since their early elementary school days. On the days of important games, the Varsity Club prays the Playing their well-earned jackets, the members set an ex- rosary in order to gain heavenly assistance. Proudly dis- cellent example for the students of St. Stephen’s School. 10 Our hearts and thoughts turn to God and His Mother Before First Friday many students go to confession in prep- aration for Holy Communion. Father Van derLinden is glad to spend as much time as necessary in the confessional to hear everyone. Here Father leaves as students give thanks to God. FrancineMalane and Mrs. John Tomalo make ready to sing the school year the strains of the Kyrie can be heard the Propers from the mass of the day. Each day during as Mass Twelve is chanted by the entire student body. 11 Seniors find that the best method of participating in the Holy Sacrifice is by using their missals and by singing. Father Carl Longanback C.P.P.S. con- ducts the annual high school retreat. Father Longanback tells the seniors that retreat is a challenge of soul. The more put into retreat, the more benefits will come from it. It is a time for union with God in prayer. In the closing conference Father ex- horts the seniors to be true follow- ers of Christ in all they attempt. 12 High school retreat offers During retreat many students make use of the opportunity to make the Way of the Cross between the conferences each day. time to think about future retreatants to Vph ? I reception of Holy Commun reireatants to keep the spirit of prayer during the three days. Time is set aside each day for individual mental prayer. It is a chance to talk to God in a special way about our own needs. Father Bernard Harrington tells us that a retreat is a time to think seriously about a religious vocation. 13 OUR CHALLENGE OF TOMORROW . . . . . . WE FACE IT TODAY BY ... . KNOWLEDGE Academics present a challenge in learning to the seniors of 64. They face the task of upholding the scholastic standards maintained by past classes at St. Stephen High. With a diminished student body and consequently small- er classes, the seniors are challenged to ex- tract the most benefit from each class period. Instructors are tops in their respective fields and provide the stimulus to inspire the seniors on to new heights of learning. Despite the high school’s drastic drop in enrollment, the one hundred and three seniors are offered a myriad of courses. The founda- tion of their religion for this year’s class is a preparation for marriage as well as an instruction in the task of being lay apostles. American history and government help to make responsible citizens of tomorrow. Economics allows students to study the “dollars and cents” aspect of the richest nation on earth. English broadens a student’s horizons and prepares him for college as well as the busi- ness world or a career of homemaking. Math IV acquaints the students with advanced trig- onometry and analytical geometry concepts. Physics explains to the SSHS student the phe- nomena of the world about him. French and Latin IV make the student aware of today’s world and peoples as well as past centuries of civilization. Art, journalism, and draft- ing offer the pupil an opportunity for prac- tical preparation for a life’s occupation. And so the members of the final graduating class of St. Stephen’s passes the months pre- ceding their graduation, accepting the chal- lenge to learn, bearing the torch of scholar- ship the past classes have borne so nobly. A school dies out, but its spirit lives on. Seniors like the atmosphere of the school library. Here enjoying the quiet of the af- ternoon are left to right: (seated) Gregory Duva, Gloria Halifax, Tim Liberty, Lauralee Lixey and Merrily n Herrick. (Standing) Bob Abdoo, Nick Toodizo, Mike Fruge and Janet Beatty. Acting student librarian, Florence Ruth- owski, checks on a book for Diane Beeler. Seniors discover good discussion makes religion live” Carol Gostinger is hopefully describing her “Ideal husband” the traits. Diane Zimmer moderates the discussion, which is while Barbara Miller and Rosemary Payne disagree on one of part of the seniors’ course to prepare them for marriage. “Oh, dear Lord, help me to remember that answer ’prays George Stebb- ings with his gaze fixed on the crucifix. He ponders thoughtfully upon that mystifying question on a senior marriage examination. At a senior girls’ vocation lecture, Father Bernard Harrington, poses the query “Is a religious vocation the life for you?”. Marilyn Herrick, Julie Anderson, and Janet Beatty are inquisitive as they examine a pamphlet on the extreme importance of a vocation. 16 The “Rumor Clinic” brings gleeful break in the senior girls’ Schwartz, and Sandra Versaw enjoy Gloria Halifax’s version of religion class. Bonnie McCormick, Joan Hazelman, Pamela a story, told for the fourth time. How the story changed! Religion classes aid future adults in right living As we drew close to the time when we must take our places in modem society, our final religious instruction was so designed as to guide us to a better and deeper understanding of our duties and privileges as young Christian men and women in a pagan, materialistic world. It combined a unit on the Preparation for Marriage, a concise course on Apol- ogetics and an intensive study of the meaningand purpose of Christian living. This course helped us to dissolve lin- gering traces of excessive individual- ism in our Christian living and piety. It brought an awareness to us of the true Christian social principles. Dave Osgood (standing) debates a point with Bill Przedwojewski, chairman, in a panel on Father B. F. Meyer ' s book, “Lend Me Your Hands. 99 Others participating were: (left to right) Douglas Nelson, Dick Fawcett, Edwin Grattan, and Charles Sheldon. 17 Social studies mold responsible, alert good citizens Seniors learn to appreciate their country Realizing the future depends on today’s youth, the seniors endeav- or to see in their study of United States History and American Gov’t, how it helps to solve difficulties of the present in the light of the past. It is from these experiences that man has learned how to improve the way of doing things and how to form better decisions in the future. In Economics, the seniors study the problems that make up their daily living, the vital issues of National Income, and other economic problems which face the individual and society as a whole. These courses aid the student to understand world progress and gives them an alert mind. “Which ad is best?” In the economics class, Marion Johnson tabulates the results of a poll of the best television commercials. Each member hopes intently that his ad will rank first. President of the Senate, Ignacio Cardenas, demands order of pros and cons concerning the proposed bill. After curb- from the floor as he proceeds to conduct the discussion ing filibusters with the cloture rule, the bill passed. 18 Mimi Herrick completes her assignment as she diligently Stapling posters of historical significance seems to be the project of Greg takes notes from one of the colorful history pictures. Duva. Here he tacks up the famed picture of Patrick Henry at Williamsburg. “Everything off the desks!” Mr. Robert Sheehan has that menancing expression as he delves into his file to sur- prise one of his American history classes with a quickie quiz on the Constitution. 19 Bill Wilson studies intently his beloved slide rule as he records the answer. Joseph Tokarski and Paulette Giammarinaro check to make sure that Bill’s figuring is correct. The trig class attempts to speed up its accuracy readings on the slide rule by tests. Students take avid Trig and Physics give challenges toSeniors During the last year in existence of St. Stephen High, the curriculum did not falter because of the small number of pupils. Science and Math, being so important in the future of college-bound students, were main- tained at the same pace as in other years. Sister Harold Marie present- ed interested students the principles of Physics and Trigonometry. With the help of such visual aids as the overhead projector, she made these subjects come to life for the last graduating group of our school. In class, those skills important for college were stressed. Students became proficient in the use of the slide rule and of logarithms. Atomic structure in regards to physics was very important. Those who attended these classes will be thankful for them when they go to the university. Sister Harold Marie gives Bill Wilson a few pointers as he on force. Sharon Zimmer carefully reads instructions for strings a five wheel pulley which is part of an experiment Patricia Stimmel who is intrigued by a single wheel pulley. 20 interest in the studies of higher MathematicsandSdence “One second, flat!” David Osgood times Jim Collins with a stop watch as he climbs the stairs in carrying out a phys- ics experiment. This trial measures the horsepower of each pupil. Joe Conger wonders if he can match Jim ' s horsepower. 21 English and Journalism dasses offer many challenging ‘Read only the best Sister Evangelista advises Jim Rankin book to select for her next book report. The importance of and Robert Rutkofske as Francis Twiss tries to decide which literature to life is stressed throughout Senior English. Catherine Gleason assumes the role of ‘teacher in presenting the vocabulary to the class. 22 s opportunities to senior students in creative writing Pamela Schwartz leads a class discussion as the journalism They concentrate on writing style, lay-out, make-up, and students study an edition of the Port Huron Times Herald. typography so that they can improve the “Hornets ' Nest . A journalism field trip? Why not! The class spent a morning touring Riverside Press to discover how the school publication, the “Hornets ' Nest , is printed. A well-organized newspaper staff assigns its reporters to their “stories ' Here Roberta St. Coeur crosses out an assignment completed by a reporter. 23 French and Latin languages and cultures attract linguists French class enjoys singing the songs of Soeur Sourire. Roache, Bev Price, Kathy Gaffney, Annelies Walterbeek Left to right: Julie Anderson, Kinda Kroetsch, Anne and Roseann Hayes sing along with “The Singing Nun.” Two French students compare French and American calendars. Anne Marie Roche, Kathleen Gaffney prepares her welcome speech in and Linda Kroetsch think it amusing that the French week begins with Monday. French for her class, as part of “Parents’ Night.” 24 s A Latin crossword puzzle in the “Res Gestae” intriques Rebecca I n desperation, Julie Anderson screws up her lips in attempting Parker. This monthly paper brings added zest to the Vergil class. to master her pronunciation of French words. “Have you heard about the dachshund who, while he came ec j as s he attempts to translate into English the joke around a tree, met his end?” Ann Reno appears perplex- which Martha Ignash (left) has written in Latin. 25 Sister Evangelista points out to the second-year typing stu- dents that 55 words a minute is their goal. Numerous timings help improve the speed of the fingers on the keyboard. Pos itions in the business world require accuracy and speed. Folding a business letter takes “know- how”. Kathy Kieman studies the correct procedure in folding that business letter. “Can’t let Sister see that,” says Den- nis Kinch as he quickly erases the let- ter that he mistyped, “Spelling counts.” 26 Typing, Drafting students learn precision, and accuracy Classes teach skills for the future Some factors in becoming a success in the industrial world are neatness, accuracy, precis- ion and finger dexterity. The development of these character- istics is a part of the training of future typists and draftsmen. Two years of typing affords the typists the necessary skills to apply for a position in the business world. A certificate of proficiency in drafting often affords a job opportunity otherwise improbable. Bob Farrington adds the final touches to the floor plan of his dream home. Architectural drawing challenges the ingenuity of second year draftsmen. Ray Jawor, realizing the demands of modem pro- gress in the industrial world, follows direct- ions with precision and detail in his drawing. George Fountain concentrates on line technique in a test on details and dimensioning in Drafting I. 27 With quick dexterity, Michael Selepack uses his lettering and poster-making techniques to whip up a sign for Coach Robert Sheehan and the Varsity Club. Mike is ever ready to help with pen or brush. See the character in that face?” Jim Lardner asks conrade Denny Kearns as they study Jim’s creation.” Art class encourages cultural creativity in students Whenever possible art students endeavor to draw from Michael Selepack draws nearer to the plant to check the true life studies. Mindful of many minute details, shape, the curl, the light shadows of the leaves. 28 Sister Jean Baptiste pauses for a few moments to offer with their portraits are left to right: Sherry Bowman, a suggestion to Terry Kraus. Others busily engrossed Beverly Price, Bonnie McCormick, and Lauralee Lixey. Second year student, Karl Teeple displays some of pet dog. Jim Lardner deftly draws a portrait of a his originality in a water color painting of his girl as Mike Selepack touches up his master piece. 29 OUR CHALLENGE OF TOMORROW . . . • • WE FACE IT TODAY BY ... . PHYSICAL FITNESS As soon as the doors of St. Stephen High closed for the 1962-63 school year, the new seniors anxiously looked forward to the fu- ture. With only 44 boys in the class, much hard work was expected from all. These in- spired athletes were determined to make the last year of St. Stephen’s the best. The football training was tough, but practice makes perfect. A state basketball title was the goal for the basketball squad. As this goes to print, the Hornets have won their second St. Clair Area League title. The golf team, with four returning lettermen, have an ex- cellent chance to take all SCAL honors this spring. Track season was looked forward to by many. This entusiasm was encouraging. Yes, it might have been the last year of St. Stephen’s but 44 strong-willed boys played hard to make it the best season ever attained. Football season was filled with many heart- breaks. Of the eight games the team played, four of these were one-point decisions. Un- fortunately, the Hornets came out on top in only one of those contests, which was the first game of the season against Detroit St. Joseph. Though the record was three wins and five losses, Hornet fans found much about which to cheer. Basketball season brought much excitement— a league championship, which included victories over both Port Huron Cath- olic and rival Marysville. The state class D title is the goal for the team now. Spring sports, such as golf and track, will prove that our boys are truly all-round athletes. A golf award has a fine chance of finding its way into our trophy case. The Athletic Assoc- iation did a wonderful job in sponsoring as many sports as possible, in spite of the few boys left to answer the challenge. Four members of the last St. Stephen foot- ball team shed their equipment for the last time. These four, Greg Duva, Mike Fruge, Jody Platzer, and John Vandenbossche earn- ed at least honorable mention in the post- season SCAL awards for their excellent play. Seniors meet challenge as last team starts ’63 season Hornets’ last football squad an all-Senior team, struggled to meet the challenge of former years. Top row-left to right: Nick Toodzio, John Vandenbossche, Robert Abdoo, Joseph Conger, Charles Sheldon, John Bower, Emil Toodzio, Bill Dunn. Middle-row: Assist. Coach Dick Troy, Michael Zwolinski, Dennis Wyllie, Ronald Horbes, Jim Lardner, Dennis Kearns, Dennis Kinch, Doug Nelson, Coach Mike Gkekas. Front-row: Junior Cardenas, Richard Fawcett, Mike Fruge, George Stebbings, Jody Platzer, James Rankin, Gregory Duva, and George Fountain. The twenty -three members of this team compiled a total of three wins and five loses, losing three by one point. Hornets win honors after rugged season In 1963 Saint Stephen High fielded its last football team. Our class D all-senior squad played a schedule against class B teams in the tough St. Clair Area League, for the last time. We received numerous compli- ments from many of our opponents on the quality of our backs’ run- ning and linemens’ blocking. League honors were presented to backs: Mike Fruge, John Van- denbossche, and Jody Platzer, and linemen: Greg Duva, Dennis Kinch, and Richard Fawcett. Mike Fruge also was awarded honors by the all-state board. He was elected to a berth on the first team in class C-D. Vandenbossche (32) dives for six as Mike Fruge (36) throws a key block. 32 FOOTBALL RECORD We They St. Joseph 26 25 Marine City 32 33 Yale 21 13 Marysville 26 27 St. Clair 6 27 Richmond 32 18 Cros-Lex 6 7 Algonac 19 32 Jody Platzer (20) and George Steb- bings (31) join forces to tackle Mariner fullback Ron Rhoades, (76) after a short gain. Junior Cardenas (60) rushes to help out on the play. Mariners edge Hornets in fierce fight The Hornets and Marine City High turned on a high powered offensive show in a St. Clair Area League football game before 1,750 Homecoming fans at Memorial Stadium with the Mariners win- ning the contest 33-32. Although the Mariners attack was a bit more prolific, the Hornets were more explosive as they came up with five touchdowns, three of them electrifying long distance dashes that fans love. In one of these runs, the Hornets went 70 yards in two plays, with Mike Fruge running 66 for the third Hornet touchdown. Mike Fruge, charging halfback, scores his first touchdown against Marine City High at Memorial Stadium. Fruge ' s two scoring efforts were not enough as the Mariners nipped the Hornets. 33 Defense fails Hornets’ bid for victory over rivals Ugh!” exclaims a squashed Viking as a host of Hornet tacklers stop Marysville for the first time. The play originated on the S.S. one-yard line. The Vikings had four attempts from here, but failed on each. Marysville won the close game by one point. Mike Fruge and John Vandenbossche go in for two TD’s. Left: Fruge snags a high pass from halfback George Steb- bings as a Vikings defender stands helpless. Below: “Van” dashes for a touchdown against St. Clair. 34 Mike Fruge (36) is caught short by Richmond ' s backfield Fawcett (61), and Dennis Wyllie (73) watch Mike ' s futile as he breakes through their line. Denny Kinch (85), Dick attempt. The Hornets topped the Blue Devils 32 to 18. Hornet ' s offense drives team to two victories Halfback Mike Fruge’s pile- driving, running, and four touchdowns gave the Hornets an easy 32-18 victory over Richmond High in a non-con- ference football game at Mem- orial Park. The offense ran up 368 yards rushing with 324 between Mike Fruge and John Vandenbossche. Although handicapped by the loss of end Bob Abdoo, due to knee injuries, the Hornets shored up some of its defen- sive weaknesses and for three quarters blanked Yale High winning the game, 21-13. John Vandenbossche (32) fullback, breaks into clear for gain against Yale. John led the lively Hornet rushers with 103 yards in 19 tries. Fine coaching and practice improve Hornets’ team play St. Stephen’s starting eleven, a senior combination of speed and horsepower, start an offensive play. Fullback John Vandenbos- sche displays good run- ning form at practice. Dennis Kinch, 195 lb. 6ft. tackle, goes all out for that second team all - league berth. St. Stephen’s hard running halfback Mike Fruge (partially hidden) Denny Kinch (85) is trying to clear the way for Mike. Other is in the process of being tackled by an unidentified Blue Devil. players are Hornets’ Jim Rankin (65), and Jody Platzer (20). Coach Dick Troy instructs the defensive units charge, keyed to stop opponents. “Herbie” Kinch practices extra points and field goals. Jody Platzer holds the ball. The Hornets heavyweights, Jim Rankin and Denny Wyllie, demonstrate a correct stance. Father “Van presents a varsity letter to halfback George Stebbins at awards assembly, George also received the Sportsmanship award. Coach Mike Gkekas presents grid awards to our players. Winners are left to right: Dennis Kinch, Jody Platzer, and Greg Duva. Hornets’ football squad receives honors at assembly Last football coach presents awards to an all-senior team St. Stephen High honored its last football team at an awards assembly in the school hall before the entire student body at the end of the season. Father Peter Van der Linden awarded varsity letters to all team members. Head Coach Michael Gkekas and Assistant Coach Richard Troy presented special awards to our outstanding players. George Stebbings received the Sports- manship award. Jody Platzer won the Captain award. Mike Fruge and John Vandenbossche were presented the Most Valuable Player trophy. Greg Duva and Dennis Kinch shared the Out- standing Lineman award. Denny Wytlie receives the “oil can” award from Assistant Coach Dick Troy. This award is given to the player who keeps the team laughing. Our coach, Mr. Gkekas, prepares helmets for our first home game. Coach deserves an award for all his efforts to make his team look sharp. He spent many extra hours devoted to game strategy and keeping the team in high spirits. Presenting the 1964 St. Stephen Hornet, Class D and St. Clair Area League champion basketball team. Standing (left to right): Coach Bob Sheehan, Mgr. Dave Osgood, Mike Fruge, Jody Platzer, Bob Allen, Jim Collins, Denny Kearns, and Mgr. Robert Herbert. Seated are: John Bower, Greg Duva, George Stebbings, Ed Grattan, Chuck Cowley, Dennis Kinch, Robert Abdoo, and George Fountain. After beating the Marysville Vikings 62-58 to win the league championship, the jubilant Hornets carry Coach B ob Sheehan from the floor in celebration of Victory. We recorded twelve straight league wins without a loss. Cage victory string sets school record in final competitive year BASKETBALL RECORD We They Flint St. Mary 77 42 G.P. Univ. School 73 42 Algonac 65 45 Marine City 81 53 P.H. Catholic 53 40 Marysville 68 58 St. Clair 78 49 North Branch 86 53 Cros-Lex 67 64 Algonac 58 51 Marine City 76 61 P.H. Catholic 69 54 Marysville 62 58 St. Clair 83 63 St. Gabriel 80 38 Cros-Lex 74 60 35 The opposition hasn ' t got a chance against Bob Allen, our 6-foot-8 center. Here he scores easily against St. Clair. Pain strikes! As they scramble for a rebound, Bob Allen (14) and Chuck Cowley (4) mirror the rugged action under the backboards. Coach Bob Sheehan listens to forward Bob Abdoo as the latter explains action on the court. At time-outs Mr. Sheehan expounds game strategy. 39 Height gives Hornets rebounding edge in early contests Jody Platzer (22) nimbly snatches a rebound despite the ef- forts of two Mariners. Rebounding is a Hornet strong point. V Denny Kinch (21) snuffs Port Huron Catholic forward, Terry Thomas (54) as Greg Duva (25) prepares to grab the rebound. Jody drives against Marine City. The Mariners went down to defeat on the balanced scoring of our league champion team. Left: Bob Abdoo (40) shoots over the outstretched hand of a Viking. Right: Chuck Cowley retrieves a loose ball in the same contest. 40 Guard, Greg Duva (24) pulls down a defensive rebound against Marine City. Greg scored twelve points in our fourth victory. Forward, Bob Abdoo (40) drives past a Flint St. Mary defender on his way to a basket in our 77-42 opening contest victory. Chuck Cowley, smallest man on the team, hits the floor fight- ing for a rebound against Grosse Pointe University School. Jody Platzer (23) goes high to pick off a rebound against Port Huron Catholic, the team that will take over for us next year. 41 Jody Platzer (23) and Bob Allen (15) pick up a re- bound against Port Huron Catholic to upset their plans for victory. A last period stall by the Warriors ended in a 53 to 40 win for the Hornets. Chuck Cowley (4) fires a jump shot to edge Bob Allen (14) “stretches ' for a defensive rebound against Flint St. Mary’s. Cros-Lex for the ninth straight win. A 77 to 42 win over the Wildcats set the Hornets on a victorious season. 42 Hornets’ fast break rips through all league competition Jody Platzer banks one off the backboard for a basket ver- sus Cros-Lex. Jody scored 21 points to lead the Hornets. Dennis Kinch (20) fires a one-handed jumper toward the hoop as Bob Allen (14) hurries across to get position on the shorter Vikings. Bob Abdoo (40) scores two of his seventeen points against Marysville. “Stretch” Allen, who scored eighteen times, looks for a second shot. 43 Bob Abdoo (40) foils the scoring attempt of P.H.C. forward, Doug Pfaff (33). The Hornets came out on top 69-54 after a slow start. Denny Kinch (20) scores two of his eleven game points on this jump shot. Jody Platzer (22), who scored 21, looks on for a second attempt. Coach Bob Sheehan shows the determination that has made him a winning coach and his team the top-rated D team in the state. 44 Hornets smunch all rivals in battle for state supremacy Bob Allen finds the going rough against Cros-Lex in the final league game of the season. Jody Platzer gives a try for the ball Allen already has in his grasp. Hornet Coach Bob Sheehan and Athletic Direc- tor Rev. Peter Van Der Linden are congratulat- ed by Marysville Coach Gary Lee on our team. The Hornets listen intently to Coach Sheehan’s strategy on how to solve a press, being used by an opponent. Coach Sheehan seldom was wrong. This game was against Marysville Vikings on their court. 45 Mr. Wilson coaches our golfers: George Fountain, Dennis Wyllie, Jody Platzer, Greg Duva, and Bill Wilson for the opening meet, Peppy cheerleaders and fans spur teams on to victory Mrs. Jane Wilson prepares a cheerleading schedule for a pep meeting with Captain Barb Tate and Joanne Dangel. ‘‘Fight! Fight! Fight-Hor- nets-Fight! Win! Win! Win-Hornets-Win!” chant the cheerleaders and sen- iors at a pep meeting. “Spirit with a smile” suitably describes our varsity cheerleaders: Gloria Halifax, Joanne Dangel, Margaret Ann Bennett, Sherry Bowman, Barbara Tate, Teri Gleason, Alma Bleau, Kitty Cogley, and Philomena Jenkins. 46 The basket ball doesn ' t always belong to the boys. Here var- routines to participate in the game in which they cheer on our sity cheerleaders take out a few minutes from practicing their champion Hornets. Frequent practices keep the girls in top form. 47 OUR CHALLENGE OF TOMORROW . . . • • • WE FACE IT TODAY BY PARTICIPATING Organizations and activities present a challenge to St. Stephen seniors of 1964. They are faced with the task of fending for themselves in the field of extra-curricular activities. The high school faculty puts forth generous assistance to help the last class to perpetuate the traditionally vigor- ous and active spirit of cooperation among the students. No new clubs were organized during the final year at St. Stephen’s; there was no need, for decades had provided for every whim and aspiration of an industrious student body. The seniors are appreciative of such an array of extra-curricular activi- ties provided for their finale both as a class and as a high school. Father DeMars, Mother Corona ta, the Sisters, and the Athle- tic Association are among the many who are giving their utmost to make the last year an impressive proof of undying St. Stephen vitality. The National Honor Society establishes the pace for the school’s list of activities. The Student Council acquaints St. Stephen students with the principles of self-govern- ment. The Varsity Club affords an occasion for the boys to exercise the sportsmanship qualities which participation in competitive sports imparts to them. The Future Nurses Club and the Future Teachers Association al- low high school aspirants to these careers a chance to be “apprentices”. “The Hornets Nest” and the “Stephecho” provide outlets for the zealous energy of budding journalists. The Girls’ Athletic Association (GAA) allows the athletically-inclined girls a chance to enter the man’s world of sports. The Homecoming festivities, including the parade, the game, the queen and her court, and the dance crowns a long, colorful, and unforgettable history of St. Stephen football. Members of the National Honor Society prepare for their investiture as permanent members of the Society. Left to right are: Sharon Zimmer, Roseann Hayes, Francine Malane, Margaret Mc- Evoy, Nancy Dunn, Ronald Horbes, Kathy Gaffney, Frances Twiss, William Wilson, Joan Czamecki, Beverly Price, Catherine Gleason, Joanne Dangel, and John Bower. The NHS gold seal will be on the diplomas of these permanent members. Student Council president, Bill Wilson, encourages sell tickets to the Tenth Annual “Holly Hop. The the other officers and homeroom representatives to council hopes this to be a most memorable evening. Student Coundl centralizes other student organizations Strong leadership sets pace The Student Council ' s main endeavor was to help strength- en faculty-student relation- ship. Ever eager to benefit both, the school and the stu- dent, this organization assist- ed at many functions. Its president was master of cere- monies at general assemblies and pep meetings. The group sponsored the annual semi- formal Christmas Hop. To fur- ther school spirit monetary a- wards were given to winners in poster and other contests. “Did he ask you yet? ’ Nancy Dunn asks Margaret Bennett as they and Francine Malane work on table dec- corations. A small Christmas tree for each table is their project. 50 The Student Council presented its tenth and final Holly Hop on December 27. The seniors and alumni with their dates danced to the melodious sounds of the Collegiates in the gaily -dec orated gym which seemed to the seniors to truly be a Winter Wonderland. Stephenites edit, publish newspaper, and learn tricks of Homests’ Nest co-editors, Sheila O ' Hara and Nancy Dunn, share a laugh about a piece of copy as they cut and paste the galleys before they go to press. Ann Reno and Dave Halifax enjoy the finished product. Here they get a laugh as they devour the latest ed- ition of the school paper. 52 writing trade Hornets Nest advisor, Mother Coro- nata, shares the delight of H.N. staff menrtoers Nancy Dunn, Connie Dem- eter, and Roberta St Coeur as they study the H.N.’s Ignatian Com- mander award. Headline writing can be a tedious part of Mother Coronata, for approval of her head- newspaper work. Sheila O’Hara asks advisor, line list as Nancy Dunn checks type count. Exchange editors. Sue Lucas and Connie Dem- eter, spend many study halls folding papers and licking stamps to dispatch our Hornets’ Nest to schools in Michigan and Ohio. 53 Yearbook captures school year in words and pictures A proud Stephecho staff happily ac- cepts the Ignation Commander Award from the 1963 Detroit Student Press Association, at the convention. William Dunn, Ron Horbes, Francine Ma- lane and Nancy Dunn enjoy a good laugh as they study the 1963 Yearbook. The staff realizes that they must equal the high standards of the past years. Francine Malane and Nancy Dunn chart the progress of ads, sponsors, and patrons for the 1964 Stephecho. Yearbook photographers, Bob Ruthkofske and Joe Conger are baffled over the best type of bulbs to use in the camera. Both, also shoot pictures for the Hornets’ Nest. 54 There is no rest for the wicked nor the yearbook staff. Many al. John Bower crops a picture to be pasted by Joan Czamec- hours of hard labor go into the production of the school annu- ki and Frances Twiss, as Ron Horbes, editor, measures cutlines. In planning a football layout, Ronald Horbes selects the shot needed to com- plete the page in the sports section. Janet Bleau. Beatty rechecks the typed cutline for the correct character count with Alma Accuracy is of the utmost importance before sending the copy to the printer. 55 Varsity Club, GAA. f Future Teachers Club and Future For raising money you can’t beat a car wash. The Varsity Club members are willing workers when asked for help. Other activ- ities such as hot dog lunches and bake sales supplement the club treasury to pay for dances and boys’ varsity jackets. Mrs. Harold Decker, a practical nurse herself, shows to Future Nurses Ann Reno, Mimi Herrick, Joanne Dangel, and Teri Gleason, the technique of cutting gauze bandages. Nurses Organization attract and interest many seniors Swedish exercises are part of the Girls Athletic Association physical fitness programing. Anxious to show their skill in basketball are the girls of the G.G.A. Row 1: (1. to r.) Diane Beeler, Marg Bennett, Jill Erickson, Barb Tate, Margie McEvoy, Diane Zimmer, Julie Anderson, Alma Bleau, Teri Gleason, Carol Griffore (ass’t coach), Gloria Halifax, Sandra Versaw, Laura Lee Lixey, Barbara Bennett, Ann Reno, Kitty Cogley, and Kathy Kieman. Miss Dons Teachout, counselor of the G.A.A., clarifies one of the rules of the game to officers Barbara Tate and Margaret Bennett. Bob Reaume succumbs to the high pressure salesmanship of Varsity Club officers, John Vandenbossche and Bob Abdoo. Joan Czarnecki explains an algebra problem to Fred Allen, an eighth grader, as part of her Future Teachers Project. 57 Spirit of joy and sadness marks homecoming festivities Court of honor gives color to game and dance Amid thrills and excitement of colorful pagentry there existed a tinge of sadness. A nostalgic feeling arose now and then, when one reflected that their events marked the final Homecoming fest- ivities that would be celebrated by members of St. Stephen High. What made this particular Home - coming night different from those of other years? An answer to the unforgettable feeling was the sad realization that this was the end, the termination of these festivit- ies. The year marked the close of St. Stephen High School. Ever mindful of the challenge to carry on the traditional events of the day, the class of ' 64 un- dauntingly put on an enthusiastic pep meeting, a colorful parade, and a memorable dance with a regal Queen and her lovely court. “They ' re all good! Mr. Fran Cogley murmurs to his fellow judges, Mr. Mel Crawford, Mr. Jack Steinbom, and Mr. William Wilson in their dilemma to pick the best decorated car. Spirited cheerleaders, Alma Bleau, Gloria Halifax, Margie Bennett, Kitty Cogley and Sherry Bowman lead the parade to the stadium. The anxious crowd of bystanders observes the busy preparations for the afternoon parade through town. 58 During half-time ceremonies, Jill Erickson, radiant Homecoming Queen, is crowned by our Student Council President, Bill Wilson, Jr. Jill ' s royal appear ance dominated the festivities after the game. Nancy Dunn, Janet Beatty, Joanne Dangel, and Barbara Tate share with Queen Jill Erickson a glorious night marking the final homecoming events of St. Stephen High. Here the court, standing in the lime-light, smilingly receives the applause of the fans. The group, escorted by members of the Athletic Association, await the traditional parade around the gridiron. General assemblies bring forth latent talent in Seniors These are cheerleaders? Curvaceous cuties from room 211 try to put energy in the student body at a pep meeting before a game. Mr. Micheal Gkekas, Mr. Robert Patterson, and Mr. Jerry Lynch joke in the gym office before guesting at an important pep rally. Students from room 205 get a big laugh at a pep rally for their take-off of Shakespeare called Greeklet”. Santa Claus (Jim Rankin) and Christmas Carol (Bar- bara Bennett) bring smiles to all at the Christmas party. Santa distributed gifts to the first graders. The antics of mock cheerleaders make Barbara Bennett break up. Joe Conger and Cathy Jones receive free tic- kets for a pancake dinner from Aunt Jemima. 60 Parents become students again, attend Night Classes” Prior to classes, “parent-students” gather in die Confusion leads to conformity? Parents are in a home rooms to obtain their necessary schedules. chaotic state as they proceed to the next class. Francine Malane cordially intro- duces her father, Mr. C. Francis Malane, to her American history teacher, Mr. Robert Sheehan. Trig stumps even perplexed parents as they examine the correct procedures. During exchange, the camera caught Mr. Francis Cog- ley gazing at the picture of his former classmates. Interested and concerned parents listen intently to various pre t the system of grading. After following through their child ' s teachers who explain classes, demonstrate new methods and inter- schedule, parents turned in report cards to teachers. 61 OUR CHALLENGE OF TOMORROW . . . . . . WE FACE IT TODAY BY ... . GRADUATION Graduation is a challenge to the class of 1964. Perhaps some members of the class also think of it as a tearful parting with high school friends and good times. Some might regard graduation as a joyful escape from twelve years of mental drudgery. Many of the seniors see graduation as a steppingstone to a continuing education in college. But no matter how one may particularly view the act of receiving his high school diploma, gradua- ting still demands a challenge: it invites the seniors to abandon the security and shelter of a high school world with all its familiar faces, places, and traditions. Graduation summons the seniors to leave familiarity and warmth and to submit themselves to the harsh, cold scrutiny of today ' s society. Seniors are challenged to move ahead into their “new frontier , a “new frontier in education, in family life, in business, in society. Seniors ready themselves for the challenge of graduation by accepting the challenge of the senior year. The legendary “senior year presents the twelfth-graders with countless opportunities to demonstrate that they are fit to be acclaimed “graduates . Seniors are faced with the academic challenge of each day ' s classes. They meet the challenge of athletics more ably than any other class of St. Stephen ' s has ever done. Through partic- ipation in the Mass and the sacraments, the class accepts the challenge to be active lay apostles. Seniors bind themselves by the challenge to educate themselves for a social world. And finally, at the top of the ladder, they are challenged to leave behind the fam- iliar way of high school and begin climbing the ladder of life. Together they have met the challenge of high school; alone they must now face the challenge of an uncertain world. Mr. Robert Sheehan shares the mixed feelings of joy and sadness of senior class officers: Secretary Sha- ron Zimmer, President Robert Abdoo, Vice-president Kathleen Gaffney, and Treasurer John Bower as they leave the halls of St. Stephen High to begin their journey through life as graduates of St. Stephen ' s. Seniors look forward to the future Officers take on responsibilities Class officers select graduation announcements. They are (1. to r. ): President, Robert Abdoo; Secretary, Sharon Zimmer; Treasurer, John Bower; Vice-president, Kathy Gaffney. Alma Bleau John Bower National Honor Society Sister M. Coronata, principal, discusses scholarship arrangements with Ronald Horbes, who won a half-tuition scholarship to Rockhurst in Kansas City, Missouri. 65 Seniors reveal keen interest in Senior Government Mr. Robert Sheehan confers with student leaders, (1. to r.) Joan Czamecki, John Bower, Ron Horbes, Bill Wilson, and Nancy Dunn in preparation for Senior Government Day which will be held in McMorran Auditorium on April 30 for all area senior students. These St. Stephen teen-agers learn of their responsibilities to act as chairmen of discussion groups on the racial problems. Sherian Bowman Charles Brennan Robert Burkart 66 Ignacio Cardenas Joseph Conger John Cowan Charles Cowley m Joan Czarnecki National Honor Society Daily current events keeps class abreast of news. Bob Herbert starts off the American history class with his selections of the important affairs of the news of the day. 67 Mathematics, physics ready seniors for college, careers, business world Avid trigonometry student, Michael Keegan, demonstrates division of long numbers using logarithms. Trig prepares math students for college mathematics and science problems. Constance Demeter Linda De St. Aubin Judith Dolinar William Dunn Gregory Duva Jill Erickson The physics class enjoys lab work as an aid to understanding and visualizing their unit on work and machines. Nancy Dunn and William Przedwojewski attach a kilogram weight to their wheel and axle experiment while Dennis Wyllie uses a spring balance to measure a force for his experiment with a bicycle wheel. Robert Farrington Richard Fawcett Kathleen Gaffney National Honor Society New S.C. officers congratulate each other. (V.P.) Ron Horbes, (P.) Bill Wilson, (Tr.) Bev Price, (Sec.) Nancy Dunn. 70 Capable, willing leaders represent Student Council I Mike Selepack tries to ring Phil Jenkins. This is some of the fun that gpes on when decorating for a dance. Roseann Hayes National Honor Society Joan Hazelman Robert Herbert 71 Ronald Horbes Merrilyn Herrick National Honor Society Martha Ignash Faithful and responsible seniors take on school duties Raphael Jawor Philomena Jenkins Madelyon Johnson 72 Marian Johnson Catherine Jones Dennis Kearns Mrs. Harold Benton efficiently rolls off some duplicated forms. A future secretary, Diane Beeler, prepares herself for the business Theresa Kraus world by becoming more proficient in her skill of typing letters. Francine Malane Lauralee Lixey Susan Lucas National Honor Society 74 Seniors prepare for future occupations Typists need accuracy and speed Second-year typist Linda De St. Aubin uses a noon hour to practice an exercise in her typing manual. She finds typing skill useful and enviable in typing her term paper. f Bonita McCormick i Margaret McEvoy National Honor Society Barbara Miller Douglas Nelson Sheila O’Hara 75 David Osgood Language courses bring new horizons French and Latin open new doors to job opportunities Annelies Wolterbeek prepares for her career by studying French. She has mastered two languages, English and Dutch. At the age of ten, she came to America from Holland. Rebecca Parker Rosemary Payne Nancy Peeling Joel Platzer 76 Richard Pond ‘‘Latin is the language of the Church and of poets. Joe Conger smiles at his fellow Latin scholars as he encourages them in their struggle to translate Virgil ' s Aeneid. Beverly Price National Honor Society William Przedwojewski Mother Coronata seems to approve Becky Parker ' s answers on a Latin exam. Strolling about the room, Mother checks on the progress of her scholars. 77 Colleges, tests, and term papers occupy our thoughts During the entire school day and often after the close of classes, the library is one of the busiest places in the building. This atmosphere of quiet activity gives the students numerous chances for concentrative studies and research. It offers untold opportunities for gathering information on various assigned subjects. Colleen Stuart and Patricia Stimmel join in the last minute rush as they probe through the card catalogue for names of references needed for their term papers that are due periodically throughout the school year. James Rankin Robert Reaume Ann Reno 78 Richard Pond shares a laugh with librarian Florence Rutkowski as he checks out a book needed for reference material on his term paper. Michael Selepack Jim Collins keeps busy in study hall as he ponders over research material which will be useful to him in preparing a literary paper. 79 Charles Sheldon Roberta St. Coeur George Stebbings Cheerleading squad gives pep to Jody Platzer, Denny Kinch, Greg Duva, and George Stebbings proudly display their trophies after completing the 1963 football seasoa Tense moments at the Marysville game put the Hornet fans on th edge of their seats as St. Stephen tops the Vikings 62 to 58. 80 athletes to win 81 Joseph Tokarski Emil Toodzio Nich olas Toodzio Frances Twiss National Honor Society Records of the past are mirrors American History student Jody Platzer examines a parchment copy of the original form of the Declaration of Independence. Mr. Robert T. Sheehan, American history and government instructor, assigns seniors many term paper topics concerning our country ' s struggle for freedom. 82 of tomorrow William Wilson National Honor Society Nancy Wiegand Dennis Wyllie 83 Annelies Wolterbeek Diane Zimmer Michael Zwolinski St. Mary’s Men’s Club YOUR FUTURE LUCAS FUNERAL HOME DESERVES THE BEST AMBULANCE SERVICE Thirteen consecutive years as the official ambulance to St. Stephen’s football teams. Make Beauty Your Career For 6 4” Mr. Charles Academy of Beaute BUFF ' S AUTO WASH Across from Mueller Brass 521 Water St. Port Huron 84 BURGER CHEF DRIVE-IN 2626 Pine Grove Broiled Hamburgers .15$ Golden Brown French Fries 15$ Rich Thick Shakes 15$ BLUE WATER DODGE, Inc. DODGE 522 Huron Ave. PORT HURON, MICHIGAN □□□□□ ■ □□□□ ■ □□□□□□ Port Huron, Michigan Courtesy of CITIZENS FEDERAL SAVINGS 51 1 Water Street Port Huron Where Insured Savings Earn More St. Joseph’s Men’s Club 85 St. Edward’s On-The-Lake Parish We congratulate St. Edward’s students in the historical St. Stephen class of 1964: Barbara Bennett, Joseph Conger, Judy Dolinar, Mike Fruge, Patricia Stimmell, Emil Toodzio, Nick Toodzio. Last but not least Congratulations Class of 64 ’Thanks a Lot To all the Seniors for selecting us as your class photographers for ‘64’ Your Authorized Professional Photographers Geo. Shain Geo. Askar VOLKSWAGEN DEALER Port Motors, Inc 517 Bard St. 985-8191 Used cars at 1410 Military 982-9551 BERT D. WRIGHT AGENCY Real Estate and Insurance 841 Lapeer Avenue Port Huron, Michigan 86 Phone No. 982-3931 Manufactures of Mattresses-Box Sprirjgs-Hollyuood Beds-Pillou s We Carry A Complete Line Of BEDDING AND FURNITURE NEW LOCATION BUY DIRECT FROM FACTORY TO YOU MIDWAY SHOPPING CENTER 1620 STONE ST. Mr. Harold King, our gardener, smilingly works to beautify the grounds of St. Stephen’s. 87 HOTEL HARRINGTON Delicious Hamburgers 15 Hot Tasty French Fries 12$ Triple Thick Shakes 20 Compliments Jack Paton 24th STREET ACROSS FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL OUR GOAI Furniture in Every Home From . . . TRUCHAN BROS. Home of . . . Fine Furniture - Carpeting - Television STORE HOURS: 9A.M. to 9P.M. Mon. thru FRI. SAT. 9A.M. to 5P.M. CLOSED SUNDAY 1608 GARFIELD YU 5-9549 Mr. Ed Paton, maintenance engineer, tries to keep us warm. Compliments of St. Stephen Athletic Association Congratulations to the Class of ' 64 88 CONGRATULATIONS PEOPLE’S SAVINGS BANK Longest Independent Bonk - Thumb Area ' Where your dollars work for your best interests’ ‘CLASS OF 1964” Mr. and Mrs. Norman M. Gaffney DAVID MAC TAGGART COMPANY (Don Nelson, Prop.) Books-Stationery-Sports-Office Supplies 935 Military YU 5-5101 Port Huron, Michigan TED KEARNS INSURANCE Before it burns, insure with Kearns 1 030 8th Street Port Huron,Michigan YU 4-4466 St. Mary’s Rosary Altar Society 89 Stephecho co-editors, Francine Malane and Ronald Horbes give a sigh of relief as they make their last deposit to the Yearbook Fund. It was hard work collecting money, but fun. Michigan National Bank KARRER-SIMPSON FUNERAL HOME ADAMS-SMITH MARKET 1042 Griswold Groceries - Meats - Dairy Products Fresh Produce Port Huron ' s Complete Department Store YU 2-0295 301 Huron Avenue 985-5151 WITTLIFF INSURANCE AGENCY Homeowners - Auto - Boats Since 1905 1421 Pine Grove Ave. ELIAS BROTHER ' S BIG BOY 502 Huron Ave. Home of the Big Boy Charlie Elias - Manager Mac Taggart-Hoffman Company 2136 Pine Grove Avenue Port Huron, Michigan Your Royal Portable Dealer WEST SIDE AUTO PARTS NEW - USED - REBUILT PARTS 933 Military Street Port Huron, Michigan Phone YU-5-7148 586 32nd. St. Port Huron, Mich. Phone YU 5-7766 Chas. M. Valentine Associates, Inc. Architects, Engineers, Land surveyors 1985 Gratiot Blvd. ph. Marysville, Michigan EM 4-6644 PORT HURON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 91 A Ace Hardware General Hardware Houseware, Sport Equipment Ann and Bill ' s Floral and Gift Shop 1902 Water St. YU 2-9902 B Barnet Prescription Drug Stores 10th Court-Military Water Colonial Shopping Center 24th Howard Beard Campbell Co. 316 514 Me Morran Blvd. 311 Water Street Blake and Sons Glass Inc. 835 24th Street Port Huron, Michigan Boom Boom Drive-In Always Open 2705 Pine Grove Brass Rail 410 Huron Avenue Port Huron, Michigan C Camera Craft 504 Quay Street Complete Photographic Equipment Cameron Portable Welding 817 Garfield St. YU 2-6436 Carpa ' s Texaco Service 1810 Gratiot Blvd. Marysville, Michigan Catholic Supplies 1123 Wall St. 984-2828 Port Huron, Michigan Cobblestone Tavern Goodells, Michigan Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Port Huron Coca-Cola — Seven-Up - Topper Beverages Cogley Real Estate “ Before you Buy-Give Cogley a try Phone YU 5-8893 Sponsors Mr. and Mrs. F.C. Cogley D Dainty Hair Shop 1025 Lapeer “Hair Styling That Turns Heads Dalton ' s Shoe Repair 311 Superior Street Port Huron, Michigan Diana ' s Delicious Foods since 1926 307 Huron Avenue Dock ' s Sporting Goods 1441 Pine Grove Port Huron, Michigan Dolinar ' s Sinclair Service 7060 Lakeshore Road EV 5-4292 Dowd Brothers Sinclair Service 603 Erie Street Port Huron, Michigan E Emerson Drug Company 927 Military Street Port Huron, Michigan F Fountain ' s Custom Drapery Shop 541 Water Street Port Huron, Michigan Fox ' s Jewelers — Opticians Direct Diamond Importers G Ken Gardner ' s 930 Lapeer and 3624 Pine Grove The Ford Family of Fine Cars George ' s Fine Shoes ' The Style Leader in Shoes ' 219 Huron Avenue H Hap ' s Bar 3129 Main Street Emmett, Michigan Hornets ' Nest I George Innes Men ' s Wear 309 Huron Avenue ‘You ' ll like to trade with us ' Irwin’s Supply Co. 2337 10th Street YU 5-9757 K Edward T. Kane Circuit Court Port Huron, Michigan Kaufmann of Port Huron 1818 24th Street YU 2-2462 Kerr-Albert Office Supply Underwood-Olivetti Dealer Vic Albert, Proprietor Dr. R.C. Koshay CHIROPRACTOR 815 Lapeer Avenue L Lakeport Shell Station 7210 Lakeshore Road Lakeport, Michigan Lauth Hotel 1715 Lapeer Avenue Mr. Meeks, Manager Littite Foundries, Inc. 2431 Conner Street YU 5-5196 M Mac ' s Package Grocery 1705 Gratiot, Marysville EM 4-7151 Marysville Market 210 Huron Blvd. EM 4-7901 McGill Coal Company 1734 Stone Street YU 2-1891 Cal Miller ' s Fruit Market 1003 24th Street Port Huron, Michigan Miller ' s Service Station Prompt Courteous Service 3426 24th Street Modern Cleaners 1401 13th Street YU 5-8206 92 Mullins Roofing Company p T 221 Runnels Street YU 2-8613 Raetzel’s Shoe Store ‘You’ve tried the rest 216 Huron - 506 Quay Now tr V the best ’ N “Where fitting shoes is our profession” Thomas Drive Inn in Marysville Neuman Flowers ‘Flowers For All Occasions Port Huron, Michigan Andrew C. Reid and Company Bert J. Wellman C.G. Koerber Tomlin M.W. Drugs 2402 Conner Street Port Huron, Michigan O Ogden and Moffett Company 3565 24th Street Port Huron, Michigan Richert ' s Restaurant 2201 Railroad Street Selected Food-Fine Liquors P Pat Platzer Plumbing Heating 901 Water Street Port Huron, Michigan Mr. Robert Patterson 2936 Military Street Port Huron, Michigan Paul ' s IGA Market 7096 3rd Street Lakeport, Michigan Peacock Lumber Company 724 Tenth Avenue Port Huron, Michigan Riverside Printing Company 1121 4th Street ‘Your Hornets ' Nest Printer ' Ron ' s Friendly Service 829 Pine Grove Avenue Port Huron, Michigan Ted Rutowski Real Estate and Insurance 633 Water Street Port Huron, Michigan S Saffee ' s Coffee Ranch 519 Huron Avenue YU 2-0123 Peter Johnson ' s 211 Huron Avenue - YU 4-4575 ‘The Most Walked About Shoes in Town ' Shaker Touma 108 Huron Avenue “Store for Young Men Troy Laundry Fabric Care Specialists since 1873 Dry cleaners, launderer, linen supplies Tunnel Lumber Company 2325 10th YU 5-6114 Port Huron, Michigan U Ullenbruch Flower Shop and Garden Center 1800 — 1900 Lapeer Avenue V Versaw ' s Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Sales and Service Ace Hardware W St. Clair County Sheriff Department William J. Pettingill Plaza Billiards Mr. Francis Anthony 529 Water Street Port Huron Paint Company 316 Huron Avenue Phone YU 5-5585 Port Huron Times Herald Radio Station WTTH Mass Market Coverage Port Huron Towing 1700 Hancock Street Wrecker Service Call YU 2-9538 Q Quinlan ' s Music Store Frank W. Quinlan, Owner 922 Military St. Stephen Student Council Sears, Roebuck and Company 212 Grand River YU 2-3011 Elmore D. Shoudy, M.D. 902 10th Avenue YU 2-3332 F.C. Simpson Lime Company 1293 Bartlett Rd. “Lime your field — Keep up the yield The Sports Shop 328 Huron Avenue YU 2-2254 The Spudnut Shop 710 Huron Avenue YU 2-3011 Star Oil Company 919 Whipple Street Port Huron, Michigan Wedge ' s Service 5340 Lapeer Road Port Huron, Michigan Mr. and Mrs. John Wiegand and Ben Wiegand Dr. Harold F. Willis D.D.S. 902 Tenth Avenue Phone YU 2-5528 Mr. and Mrs. William L. Wilson Wilton ' s Television and Appliance Your General Electric Dealer 2703 Pine Grove Avenue Wolverine Market 712 Huron “Party Store Y Y.M.C.A. of the Blue Water Area YU 4-1566 93 Patrons A Miss Isabell C. Almanza St. Anne ' s Altar Society Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Anter Lott Anter Miss Sadie Anter B Mr. and Mrs. Judson Barringer Bazley ' s Meats Mrs. Christine Beatty Mr. and Mrs. E.L. Beeler Mr. and Mrs. John Beeler Mr. and Mrs. Orville Beeler Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Bleau Mr. and Mrs. Max Bower Bradbury ' s Lumber and Millwork Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brennan Brockway Market Edison S. Brown Real Estate C Miss Carmen Cardenas Mr. H.J. Clark Mr. and Mrs. Buel Conger Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cover Cowhy ' s Recreation Mr. and Mrs. Felix Czamecki D Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Dailey Mr. and Mrs. Donald Daniels Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Demeter Mr. and Mrs. George Dolinar Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Dunn Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dunn E Emmett Hotel F Family Grill Ford and Morgan Dry Goods French ' s Pastry Shoppe G Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gates Mr. and Mrs. Felix A. Gergowski Mr. Michael Gkekas Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gleason Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Grace Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel Grattan H L.G. Haig Shoe Salon Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Halifax Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hazelman Hazzard ' s Beauty Shoppe J James and Mable ' s Grocery Mr. and Mrs. Carle F. Jenkins Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jones K Mr. and Mrs. James Keegan Mr. Joseph Keegan Mrs. Eileen Kinch Mr. Harold King Mr. and Mrs. Otto Koschnitzke S.T. Kotsko Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Kramp Mr. and Mrs. James Kroetsch L Lakeport Dairy Bar Mr. and Mrs. James Loane Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lynch Me Mrs. Loretta McCormick Mrs. Gertude McVety M Mr. and Mrs. C. Francis Malane Marysville Marathon N Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Napolitan Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence J. Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Clement Nofs 0 Mr. and Mrs. Earl Osgood P The Party Store Mr. and Mrs. Edward Paton Donald H. Phillips, D.D.S. Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Platzer Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Platzer Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Powers Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Przedwojewski R Mrs. Mary Railean Mr. and Mrs. Rheault Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Richards Mr. and Mrs. Carl Roglitz Mr. Louis Ruff S Sadies Beauty Salon Mr. and Mrs. Samuel E. Saffee St. Stephen Varsity Club Mr. and Mrs. Michael Selepack Seniors — Room 204 Seniors — Room 205 Seniors — Room 211 Mr. Robert Sheehan Mr. and Mrs. C.K. Sheldon Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Skedel Standard Office Supply Mr. and Mrs. Richard Striker Mr. Kenneth J. Stommel, Jr. T Mr. and Mrs. D.R. Teeple Mrs. Robert Thiele Mr. and Mrs. John Tomalo Dr. Theodore Touma W Mr. John Weber Mr. and Mrs. Camiel Werbrouck Dr. and Mrs. Don C. Wheeler Mrs. V.A. Wiese Y - Z Dr. John Youngs Dr. and Mrs. E.A. Zimmer Mrs. Joseph Zimmer Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zusy 94 Index A Abdoo. Robert 14, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 43, 54, 57, 62. 64 Allen, Fred 57 Allen, Robert 38, 39, 43, 44, 55, 64 Anderson, Julie 16, 24, 25, 57, 64 B Beatty, Janet 15, 16, 55, 59, 64 Beeler, Diane 15, 57, 64, 74 Beeler, Sandra 65 Bennett. Barbara 57, 60, 65 Bennett, Margaret 45, 48 , 57, 58 , 65 Benton, Mrs. Harold 73 Bleau, Alma 45, 55, 57, 58, 65 Bower, John 32, 38, 48, 55, 62, 64, 65, 66 Bowman, Sherian 29, 45, 58, 66 Brennan, Charles 66 Burkart, Robert 52, 62 C Cardenas, Ignacio 18, 32, 33, 67 Cheerleaders 46, 47, 80, 81 Cogley, Mr. Francis 58, 61 Cogley, Katherine 45, 57, 67 Collins, James 21, 38, 67, 79 Conger, Joseph 21, 32, 54, 60, 67, 77 Cowan, John 67 Cowley, Charles 38,39,40,41,44,67 Crawford, Mr. Melcalm 58 Czamecki, Joan 48, 55, 57, 66, 67 D Dangel, Joanne 15, 44, 45, 48, 56, 59, 68 Decker, Mrs. Harold 56 DeMars, Rev. Edward J. 4 Demeter, Constance 53, 68 De St. Aubin, Linda 16, 68, 75 Dolinar, Judy 68 Dunn, Nancy 48, 52, 53, 54, 59, 66, 68, 69, 70 Dunn. William 10, 32, 54, 59, 69 Duva, Gregory 14, 19, 30, 32, 37, 38, 40, 41, 43, 44, 69, 80 E Erickson, Jill 58 , 59, 69 F Farrington, Robert 27, 69 Fawcett, Richard 17, 32, 69 Foutain, George 27, 32, 44, 70 Future Nurses Club 50 Future Teachers Club 51 Fruge, Michael 15, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 70 G G.A.A. 51 Gaffney, Kathleen 24, 48, 62, 64, 70 Giammannaro, Paulette 20, 70 Gkekas, Mr. Michael 7, 32, 37, 60 Gleason, Catherine 22, 45, 48, 56, 57, 70 Gostinger, Carol 16, 70 Grattan, Edwin 10,17,38,71 Griffore, Carol 57 H Halifax, David 52, 57, 71 Halifax, Gloria 14,45,58,71 Hayes, Roseann 24, 48, 71, 72 Harrington, Rev. Bernard 13, 16 Hazelman, Joan 17, 71 Herbert, Robert 38, 67, 71 Herrick, Merrilynn 14, 16, 19, 56, 72 Horbes, Ronald 32, 48, 54, 55, 65, 66, 70, 72, 90 Hornets Nest, The 52, 53 I Ignash, Martha 25, 72 J Jawor, Raphael 27, 72 Jenkins, Philomena 45,71,72 Johnson, Madelyon 72 Johnson, Marion 18, 73 Jones, Catherine 60, 73 K Kearns, Dennis 28,32,38,73 Keegan, Michael 68, 73 Kieman, Kathleen 26,57,73 Kinch, Dennis 22, 26, 32, 35, 36, 37,38 , 39, 40 , 43, 54, 73, 80 Kramp, Janice 73 Kraus, Theresa 29, 74 Kroetsch, Linda 24, 74 L Lange, Barry 34 Lardner, James 28,29,32,74 Lee, Gary 55 Liberty, Timothy 14, 74 Lixey, Laura Lee 14,29,57,74 Longanback, Rev. Carl, C.P.P.S. 12 Lucas, Susan 53, 74 Lynch, Mr. Jerry 60 M Malane, Mr. C. Francis 61 Malane, Francine 4, 11, 48 , 54 , 61, 74, 90 McCormick, Bonita 17,29,75 McEvoy, Margaret 48, 57, 75 Miller, Barbara 16, 75 N Nelson, Douglas 17, 32, 75 O O’Hara, Sheila 52, 75 Osgood, David 17,21,38,76 P Parker, Rebecca 25, 76, 77 Patterson, Mr. Robert 60 Payne, Rosemary 16, 76 Peeling, Nancy 76 Platzer, Joel 10, 22 , 30, 32, 33 , 36, 37, 38, 40, 41, 43, 44, 54, 55, 75, 80, 82 Pond, Richard 77, 79 Price, Beverly 24,29,48,70,77 Prezedwojewski, William 17,69,77 R Rankin, James 22, 32, 36, 60, 78 Reaume, Robert 56, 78 Reno, Ann Marie 25, 52, 56, 57, 78 Rhoades, Ron 33 Roche, Ann Marie 24, 79 Rutkofske, Robert 22 , 54 , 79 Rutkowski, Florence 15, 72, 79 S Schwartz, Pamela 17,23,52,79 Schwartz, Richard 34 Selepack, Michael 28,29,71,79 Sheehan, Mr. Robert 6, 19, 38, 39, 54, 55,61,66 Sheldon, Charles 17, 32, 80 Sister M. Coronata 7, 53, 65, 77 Sister Evangelista 6, 22, 26 Sister Harold Marie 6, 20 Sister Jean Baptiste 7, 29 St. Coeur, Roberta 23, 80 St. Stephen Student Council 50, 51 Stebbings, George 16,32, 33, 34, 37, 38,80 Steinback, Mr. Jack 58 Stimmell, Patricia 20,78,81 Stuart, Colleen 78, 81 T Tate, Barbara 44, 45, 57, 59, 81 Teeple, Karl 29, 81 Tokarski, Joseph 20, 81 Tomalo, Mrs. John 11 Toodzio, Emil 32, 67, 81 Toodzio, Nicholas 15, 32, 82 Troy, Mr. Richard 32, 36, 37 Twiss, Frances 22,48,55,82 V Vandenbossche, John 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 82 Vanderlinden, Rev. Peter 5,11,37,55 Varsity Club 10, 56, 57 Versaw, Sandra 17, 57, 82 W Wiegand, Nancy 83 Wilson, William 10, 29, 44, 48, 59, 66, 70, 83 Wilson, Mr. William, Sr. 44, 58 Wilson, Mrs. William 44 Wolterbeek, Annelies 24, 76, 83 Wyllie, Dennis 32. 35, 36, 37, 44, 69, 83 Z Zimmer, Diane 16, 57, 83 Zimmer, Sharon 20,48,64,83 Zwolinski, Michael 32, 83 95 With the erection of the new Port Huron Catholic High As the scholastic year grinds to an end, so does School, we understand that progress prescribes that the existence of St. Stephen High. We hope that these the old give way to the new, and we feel privileged pages have been a test to show how we have met the to have been members of the last class to emerge from challenge to keep our halls vibrant with pep, energy, the doors of St. Stephen High School. understanding, and learning in our quest for knowledge As we graduate, we realize our challenge for tomor- and happiness. With almost heart-stopping poignancy, row is that the great good of the future lies in the hands the class of ' 64 cast a parting glance at the empty and hearts of us. halls which will no longer resound with our voices. 96


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