Vestaburg High School - Wolverine Yearbook (Vestaburg, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1979 volume:

1979 WOLVERINE Vestaburg High School 7100 Avenue B Vestaburg MI by Volume XXVI ________ The excitement and enjoyment of the 1978- 79 school year was dimmed by the passing away of a loved and admired teacher, Mr. Ron Cain. In the eight years Mr. Cain was at VHS, he taught an assortment of math classes, includ- ing General Math, Algebra, and Trigonometry. He always had the students’ interest and wel- fare in mind as he tried to make mathema- tics enjoyable and relevant to their lives. One of Mr. Cain's greatest qualities was his concern for others. He often had time just to sit and listen, ready to help with any problem. He got along great with both teachers and students. Mornings began with a smile and a “Hey, How ya doin?” for everyone. Mr. Cain was very active in extra-curricular activities as well. He was the Athletic Di- rector, a job he performed with innovation, skill and organization. There was rarely a game in any sport at which he was not present, giving the rest of us a fine example of sportsmanship, something he firmly be- lieved in. There are so many things you can say about a person in a tribute such as this. Our staff has tried instead to capture him in photo- graphs, showing the man as he lived and will continue to live in our memories. Day by day, Mr. Ron Cain was a part of our lives, sharing with us our triumphs, defeats, tears and smiles, ups and downs . . . Thus there seems to be no more suitable way to relive our memories of him than through the pages of this 1979 Wolverine. The book, the year, the emotions are dedicated with love to our friend and teacher, Mr. Ron Cain. 2 m Table of Contents 1 Introduction............................. Theme Pages.............................. 1978-79 Part 1........................... Yearbook, Spanish, Office Practice, FHA Physical Education, Home Economics, Art, Wood, Auto, Building Trades ... English, Business........................ 7th 8th grade Girls’ Basketball, Golf Homecoming............................... Varsity Football......................... Homecoming............................... J.V. Football, Cheerleaders.............. Homecoming............................... Varsity J.V. Girls’ Basketball .... Homecoming............................... Administration, Counselors, Athletic Director................................. Junior High.............................. Freshmen................................. 1978-79 Part II.......................... 7th, 8th, 9th grade Boys’ Basketball . . Cheerleaders............................. J.V. Boys’ Basketball, Wrestling......... Varsity Boys’ Basketball................. Math, Science, Librarian................. Sophomores............................... 1978-79 Part III......................... J.V. Varsity Volleyball................ History, Music, Resource Room............ Softball, Baseball....................... Track, Band ............................. Youth Legislature, Student Council, NHS Prom, Banquet............................ Juniors.................................. 1978-79 Part IV.......................... Seniors.................................. Senior Index............................. Ads...................................... All School Index............................. Editor’s Page............................ The new and old. The good and bad, The you and I, That filled each day as it passed by. JL The days of futu how they passed! With love and laughter, Work and play. Endless contracts day_____by___day ••Aeademictf 'fG0ls Basketball ’ Gif ' HOMECOMING Administration Junior High FRESHMEN i Smiles, Hard Work Make Clubs, Organizations Success Office Practice: Row 1: Mrs. Tubbs, Kim Jenison, Deb Muscott, Lori Busman, Julie Neitzel, Shannan Kane. Row 7: Sheila Avery, Laurie Stratton, Lisa Erskin, John Burgess, Tonyia Watson, Annette Williams, Linda VanGheluwe. Student Archambault, Brian Waldroi F.H.A.: Row 1: Betty Eager, Lori Avery, Tammy Clements, Jaimmie Sheldon, Chris Grover, Mary Wood, Melinda Corser, Rhonda Grover, Sheik Avery, Susan Riggs. Row 2: Martha Wing, Ellen Fletcher, Teresa Fisk, Laurie Howell, Lisa Sumner, Robyn Molby, Debbie Brecht, Deb Muscott, Linda Van Gheluwe, Julie Neitzel, Brenda Boyer, Mrs. Thompson. _______________________ The “right-hand ladies and gentleman” of principal DeShano, superintendent Wood, and elementary principal Showers, put in a hard year of work. Small jobs of typing, filing, and checking absences kept the students on their toes. Helping students learn more about life and how to cope with it was the Future Homemakers of America. Mrs. Thompson and her girls held bake sales, sold stationary, and put together a cookbook. Enthusiasm and money seemed to be the theme for the Student Council this year as they helped bring some new items into V.H.S. President Jerry Corner and his staff chipped in $400 toward new scoreboards for the gymnasium. They also bought a new school flag, donated money to several organiza- tions, bought the marquee that hangs out in front of the lob- by, and did a lot of other things to help the school and town. This year should set a tradition for the future Student Coun- cil members, in making it a well recognized club. Habla Usted Espanol? If not, there are some who do and this is what they were up to during the year. Sponsored by Mrs. Christensen, Spanish members sold candy, put on din- ners, and held bazaars at holiday time. While improving their fluency in Spanish, one of the projects was a “tortilla-making” party, enjoyed by all. icil: Row 1: Becky Bradley, Amy Gates, Mark Alexander, Kim Erhard, Shana Johnston, Jeff Anna. Row 2: Cindy Wing, Toby Suzanne Holmes, Diana Mayne, Larry Majeski. Row 3: Mrs. Sayers, Mary Church, Steve Holmes, Pam Narragon, Tammie Dawe, , Brian Keyes, Jerry Corner, Mr. Koutz.__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Spanish Club: Row,l: Brad Showers, Sherri Busman, Tammy Hill, Tammy Erhard, Bruce Keyes, Kathy Powell. Row “27 “Ernie Fletcher, Randy Jenison, Mrs. Christensen, Lori Busman, Robyn Molby, Shannan Kane, Rodney Brauher, Duane Johnston. _______ Students Learn from Art, Vocational studies are important for a well-balanced variety of classes. They also add to the students’ schedule, a chance to learn artistic skills, as well as academics. For the skills at home, useful classes such as Home Ec., Child Development, Consumer Economics, and Interior De- sign were taught by Mrs. Ellen Thompson. Each of these classes were related to everyday life situations by the use of handouts and in-class discussions. It was the fifth year of teaching for Mrs. Thompson and her fourth year of sponsor- ing the Future Homemakers of America. Co-ed P.E. was a big success this past year! Three classes were taught by Mrs. Dianne Wilson, Mr. Kurt Kaed- ing, and Mr. Jake Helms. Mrs. Wilson also taught girls P.E. and one typing class. Her P.E. class had new areas of focus, one of these, an Aerobics unit. At the other end of the gym was first year teacher Mr. Kaeding with boys P.E. In his gym classes, the subject mat- ter of each unit was varied and alway active. Mr. Kaeding also taught a seventh grade Health class. Further down the hall was the art room. As everyone noticed, the art students were very busy throughout the year brightening up the halls with “Disney” character mur- als. Mr. Gary Lesky was here for his second year teaching art, and it was his first year for coaching JV girls' basket- ball. Separate from the main school building but equally im- portant were Auto and Power Mechanics, Wood Working, and Building Trades. Mr. Phil Allen, in his fifth year as an auto teacher, let the students work on their own cars. As a result, they learned the mechanics of “what goes on under the hood.” Allen also taught power mechanics. Adjoining the auto garage was the wood working lab, with Mr. Jack Decker. The students were taught about dif- ferent tools and how to use them properly. They then put their knowledge to use by choosing and making their own projects. A two-hour construction class was taught for the last time by Mr. John Phelps who was promoted to the job of county building inspector. This year a house was built on Phelps Acres. The students worked everyday on building the house that was sold when complete. The essentials of successful building were learned. 12 1) The trampoline is set up by Mrs. Wilson with Cheryl's help. 2) The proper use of a planer is demonstrated by Mr. Decker. 3) Students art projects are displayed behind Mr. Lesky. 4) Mr. Allen works on a car part. 5) Mr. Helms teaches Duane about basketball. 6) Mrs. Thompson smiles while helping with students assignments. 7) Students enjoy Mr. Kacdings P.t. class. 13 Vestaburg High’s largest area of study this year was the English department. Along with the Busi- ness department, this field offered a total of twen- ty-two different courses. Senior class and Spanish Club advisor this year was English teacher, Mrs. Pat Christensen. Humor and exciting poems and stories made her classes of English 9, Non-fiction, Research Paper, and Spa- nish 1 and II enjoyable to her students. Journalism, Short Story, Contemporary Lit, American Lit, Twentieth Century Authors, and English 9 were taught by Mrs. Cheryl Fox. She was also a Senior class advisor and has been teach- ing here for ten years. A new English teacher, Miss Beverly Kenyon, was added to the faculty this year. In her classes of Read-a-Movie, Speech, Health, English 9, and English Lit, Miss Kenyon worked with students individually, for she believed they learn more when they know they are cared about as people. English 7 and 8, Research Paper, and Yearbook were courses taught by Mrs. Betsy Rau. She be- lieved in getting her students involved in class ac- tivities and relaying her enthusiasm to them. This was her second year of teaching at VHS. A course in specialized reading was taught by Mrs. Kathy Tissue who has been teaching here for six years. Her students had an exciting time com- peting in a Guiness Book of World Records contest and a Scrabble tournament held in her class this year. 14 Mrs. Mary Jo Sayers and Mrs. Dianne Wilson made up the Business department faculty. Mrs. Wilson, busy the rest of the day with P.E., taught only one typing class, while Mrs. Sayers had her hands full instructing Typing I and II, Bookkeep , Shorthand, and Office Practice. Having taught he for nine years, she kept things running very smod- iy- Knowledge Begins with Communication . receives help on his assignment from Mrs. Fox. 5.) Mrs. Rau care- 1.) Ninth grade English students seek assistance in verb conjugation fully watches Joellyn and Sherr.i plan a layout for the yearbook, from Miss Kenyon. 2.) Mrs. Christensen displays her theatrical 6.) Correcting assignments is a big job for business teacher, Mrs. talents in class. 3.) Pausing for a moment from her activities is Mrs. Sayers. Tissue with a smile for the camera man. 4.) In Short Story, Brian 15 Golfers Jr. High Girls Swinging Shooting to Victory Driving their way to victory, the Varsity Golf team ended the season with a commendable 7-9 record. Coached by Tom Kleinhardt, the team outswung five other class “D” teams at Oscoda to bring home a 1st place trophy. Tyler Throop was voted most valuable golfer, and received an all- conference award. Gordie Jerome was voted most improved golfer. Next year the team will be rebuilding, and aiming for a winning record. The 7th grade girl cagers, coached by Betsy Rau, had a very fine season this year, racking up an 84 record. Barb Frost, an outstanding offensive player, accumulated 104 points during the season. The girls won their first two rounds of the TCAA League Tournament to advance them to the finals against Portland. They were beaten by eight points and came home with a well-deserved 2nd place. On a less optimistic note, the 8th grade ended a slug- gish season, with one win and eight losses. The girls de- veloped talent through lots of hard work and practice, in preparation for tougher competition ahead, and are looking forward to a better season next year. Coached by Betsy Rau, they were beaten by Montabella in the first round of league tournament play. 1. “Tyler, what are you doing to that mushroom?” 2. Rau and the 7th grade girl hoopsters. 3. “A 90 foot putt, I wonder if I’ll make it? 4. Coach Kleinhardt and 1978-79 golfers. 8th Grade Basketball team: T. Horton, C. Freeman, C. Loomis, S. Enterline, L. Peasley, S. Avery, D. Hills Mgr., L. Majeski, K. Erhard, Coach Rau, K. Showers, S. Daily, T. Keyes, K. Kane. W. Walker. Varsity Golf Team Us Them Maple Valley 191 218 Portland 187 158 Lakeview 207 180 Carson City 179 163 Central Montcalm 199 164 Montabella 194 175 Saranac 176 158 Fairview 202 205 Saranac 176 158 Portland 174 175 Montabella 181 172 Maple Val.ey 213 204 Lakeview 194 184 Carson City 212 197 Central Montcalm 198 176 Oscoda Invitational — — VHS 1st place 17 Parade, Game: Excitement,Fun! “Movies” was the theme for VHS’ homecoming 1978. Hours of work spent building floats were rewarded as the finished products made their way through the afternoon parade. Later that evening, the Carson City Eagles invaded yestaburg and ended up victors in an'exciting game. Half- time saw Lori Busman crowned as this year’s queen, and the juniors took home first place honors with their float, “The End”. 1) Steve Shively checks out the action. 2) Coach Decker eyes his reserves. 3) The cheerleaders . . . there for support. 4) Team and cheerleaders grace the parade. 5) 1978 Queen’s float. 6) What’s a parade without a clown! 7) Hike! 8) The Band prepares to march. 9) Wolverines are the best! 19 Hard Work Pays Off For Female Cagers Girls Varsity Basketball Team. Mgr. T. Grover, B. King, D. Erskin, L. Marshall, J. Gates, Li. Erskin, Coach Denny Atkins, M. Workman, K. Jenison, B. Webster, G. Hansen, Lo. Erskin. P. Snyder.________________________________________________________________________________________ The 1978 Girls Varsity Basketball team, under the direction of Coach Denny Atkins, finished its season with a 4-15 record. Although this team’s record does not show it, they played with an incredible a- mount of intestinal fortitude and hustle. The team had a good strong backbone of senior talent, led by Lou Ann Marshall, Lisa Ers kin and Kim Jenison. The junior strengths were with Penny Snyder and Michelle Workman. LouAnn Marshall led all scoring with 38.4% from the field and 72.4% from the free throw line. Rebounding honors went to Kim Jenison with an 11.1 per game average. Penny Snyder with her quick hands stole the ball 140 times during the season for an average of 6.6 a game. Michelle Workman who played both center and forward led the team in assists with 3 game. Good bench support was given by Lori Erskin, Joanna Gates, Betty Webster, Debbie Erskin, Bev King, and foreign exchange student Gesine Hansen. Varsity Girls Basketball TEAM US THEM Ithaca 23 38 Ashley 35 26 Maple Valley 51 58 Ithaca 47 62 Carson City Crystal 29 46 Saranac 35 40 Lakeview 38 44 Portland 28 52 Montabella 33 43 Central Montcalm 37 58 Saranac 55 40 Ashley 38 34 Maple Valley 33 42 Beal City 30 42 Carson City Crystal 52 57 Central Montcalm 32 37 Lakeview 19 50 Portland 35 58 Montabella 42 48 Tournaments Valley Lutheran 46 44 Mi. Lutheran Sem. 22 27 1978 VHS Royalty 1978 Homecoming Queen Lori Busman Queen’s Escort Brian Keyes Senior Representatives Linda VanGheluwe LouAnn Marshall Lisa Erskin Senior Escorts Tracy Olrich Jeff Darmody Howard Swan Junior Representative Rachelle Johnston Junior Escort Steve Holmes Sophomore Representative Heather Watson Sophomore Escort Tyler Throop Freshman Representative Peggy Snyder Freshman Escort Toby Archambault 23 Tough Season For VHS Football Determination and the courage to play against schools with much larger teams helped Vestaburg muscle through their tough 1978 schedule. At the season’s end, high honors came to Coach Jack Decker’s players Jeff and Don Marshall, as this respected quarterback-receiver duo both placed on the all-conference first team. Rebuilding a J.V. Program after a two year lapse was not an easy task for Coach Mike Miller and his 20 man squad. The team, composed of 14 freshmen and 6 sophomores, received valuable playing ex- perience, improving with each contest. The future certainly looks good for the young Wolverines. Stick with it guys! u Varsity Football Team. Row 1: R. Snyder, D. Griffin, S. Shively, D. Marshall. Row 2: Coach Jack Decker, J. Marshall, J. McClellan, K. Fisk, J. Throop, C. Scramlin, K. Holmes, J. Liberty, T. Marshall, J. Burgess, Asst. Coach Dick Davis. Row 3: T. Ol- rich, B. Keyes, M. Cornell, H. Swan. JV Football Team. Row 1: V. Navarre, K. Wadle, B. Keyes, R. Randall, T. Beach, R. Enterline, M. Vusich, B. Polley, M. Snyder. Row 2: Mgr. J. VanNatter, L. Majeski, G. Vaughn, L. Feldkamp, T. Bradley, K. Clark. D. Johnson, K. King, S. Holmes, B. Show- ers, J. Wolfgang, B. Cogswell, Coach Mike Miller. JV Hoopsters and Spirit Boosters - _______________________A GOOD YEAR Under the direction of first year coach Gary Lesley, the girls’ JV basketball team enjoyed a fine season. With a few good breaks, this team would have had a much better record. Several games were lost by one or two points or in over- time. Pacing the team offensively were Heather Watson (avg. 12 pts. per game) DeAnn Wright (avg. 9 pts. per game) and Brenda Frost (avg. 6 pts. per game). Leading rebounders were DeAnn Wright, Melissa Gerovac and Shelly Darmody. The most exciting win was an overtime vic- tory against Portland. Portland had defeated the Wolverines earlier and revenge was sweet. Heather Watson and DeAnn Wright both scored in the ex- tra period to cap a 24-20 win. With only 4 soph- omores on this squad, the future looks bright for next year. This was a very hard working, aggres- sive basketball team. The season ended with a 9- 11 overall record and a 7-7 league record. 28 Girls JV Basketball. B. Frost, K. Bigelow, L. Lemmons, S. Darmody, J. Bradley, Coach Garv Leskv VI Gerovac, D. Wright, B. Hillard, J. Elder, P. Snyder, H. Watson. X y LeSky M Under the direction of coach Cheryl Fox, the cheerleaders made an out- standing effort at keeping VHS spirit alive. Each week they prepared signs for the player’s lockers, gave them a gift before the game or prepared a lunch after the game. Six year vet- erans were seniors, Kim Gerovac and Tina Blaquiere; senior Karen Vusich had 5 year’s experience; seniors, Lori Busman and Linda VanGheluwe had 2 year’s. Juniors Carla Trayer and Carla Krafft each had one year. 29 Almost Anything Goes! Homecoming means fun, excitement and good times. The seniors won the tug of war and the yelling contest, but the teachers accumulated the most points through the week to win the pep jug. Queen candidates performed a special dance rou- tine to the music from “Grease”. During the week students and teachers dressed in various cos- tumes as part of the pep jug contest. 1) Jeff Darmody puts senior strength into the tug. 2) Come on seniors! 3) Big Jake at the “Helm” and anchorman Jack Decker sandwich Cheryl Fox in the teacher tug of war. 4) “Grease is the word!” 5) Would you believe . . . Lisa Peasley on occupation day? 6) The Pepsi generation. 7) “I'm tired of smiling.” 8) Eighth graders in their usual form. _s Solving Problems both Academic and Athletic One of the most important and busiest places of the school is the Principal’s Office. Mr. Ray DeShano, in his first year as principal, incor- porated several new ideas into the school format, including the reestablishment of faculty council which investigated key curriculum changes. A tough first year as an adminis- trator went quite successfully for the new boss. DeShano, with his special charm seemed to draw people from all over, making Mrs. Tubbs’ day become a secretary’s nightmare. But with her 12 years experience as a secretary here at V. H.S., things ran smoothly. Another busy office was that of high school counselor, Mrs. Jennifer White. She became personally involved with the students, discussing problems, academics, and career plans. The important responsibility of Athletic Director was given to Mr. Ron Cain. His duty was to schedule all the athletic events and take care of many jobs associated with athletics. Across the road was the office of Mr. Steve Kidwell, junior high counselor. Kidwell administered achievement, aptitude, and Michigan assessment tests to the junior high. He also was responsible for the orientation of new students and the incoming 7th graders. The busy office of Superintendent Mr. Keats Wood was responsible for making many important events happen this year. One of the most important was the signing of a two year contract with the teachers, a first here at V.H.S. Mr. Wood was capably assisted by secretaries, Mrs. Narragon and Mrs. Wood. 33 7th Grade Looking Up to Future Years at VHS Aldrcd, Jodi Alexander, Mark Beach, Onalee Blanshan, Danny Bradley, Becky- Brown, Traci Busman, Becky Cairl, Machelle Davis, Jim Deyarmond, Page Elder, Heather Erskin, Veda Eletchcr, Millie Foster, Larry Frost, Barbra Gates, Amy Gibbons, Jenny Gladding, Sandy Grandy, Rod Grover, Zanc Hanes, Joanne Hernandez, John Hetherington, Todd Hill, Kim Hitsman. Ed Holmes, Sandee Horton, Lydia Humphrey, Troy Jenison, Kelly Jenks, Dennis 34 Johnson. Kirk Johnson, Shelly Johnston, Jason Kane, Pat Keyes, Hope Krafft, Lynn Leisure, Lenny Leisure, Lisa Lewis. Shelia Loomis, Paula Mills, Tina Modrow. John Morrow, Dan Navarre, Marguerite Olrich, Brad Ordiway, Lany Osterhout, Dale Parcher, Colleen Patterson, Susan Pendall, Monty Rotunno, Flossie Sherman. Anita Shutes. Mike Silvers, Bill Smith, Cindv Snyder, Fred Sumner, Warren Swinson, May Swisher, Susan Talkowski, Debbie Vaughn, Jane 35 8th Grade Moving Toward the Finish Anna, Jeff Avery, Sarah Baker, Kim Beach. Matt Boyer, Steve Brown, Todd Bush, Kathy Busman, Bob Camp, Randy Carll, Sylvia Cooper, Jack Crosby, Roger Daily, Shelly Davidson, Shenan Dove, Margie Enterline, Shellie Erhard. Kim Ferguson, Jeff Freeman, Cheryl Grover, Troy Hills, Denise Horton, Trudy Jenks, Troy Johnston, Lorraine Johnston. Shana Kane, Kelly Keyes, Tracy Kindle, Ed King, Cindy King, Doug Krafft, David Loomis, Connie Majeski, Lori Manley, Danny Marshall, Pam McClellan, Rick S 36 Meyers, Marina Mier, Ralph Moomey, Neil Morey, Mike Myers, Philip Palmer. Martha Palmer, Pam Peasley, Lisa Pendall, Lannie Powers. Dale Otto, Kevin Sanders, Jeff Schmidt, Bryan Shattuck, Emma Shattuck, Laurie Sheets, Lorraine Showers, Kathy Snyder, David FRESHMEN Toby Archambault Lori Avery Rick Baker Todd Barr W' Todd Beach Kris Bigelow 38 Brenda Boyer Janene Bradley Tim Bradley J.B. Butcher Keith Clark Brock Cogswell Although young, the Freshman of 1979 have shown much spirit and participation. Freshmen spirit was shown as they placed third in the Home- coming float contest. There was also much cooperation by the freshmen in going out for sports. A few talented athletes were moved onto Varsity teams toward the end of the season of their particular sport. Academically, the Freshmen had two required classes; Fresh- men English, organized in 1978-’79, and physical education I and II which contained the entire Freshman class at one time. Both were needed to complete their schedules. __ Athletically -I Academically Inclined 1) Class officers: Peggy Snyder, Treasurer; Toby Archam- bault. President; Jackie Skirvin, Secretary. 2) “i’m one of the bigger linemen!” Camille Cogswell Todd Cogswell Phillip Corser Gene Davidson ■ Roy Davis Betty Eager Joelette Elder Rick Enterline Daniel Esch Larry Feldkamp Eric Fisher Robert Fisk Ellen Fletcher Brenda Frost William Gairns Paul Gerovac 39 Spirited FRESHMEN Crazed V.H.S.!!! Dan Grover Tim Grover Tony Grover Scott Hacker Kelli Hartman Betty Hillard Steve Hinton Raymond Hitsman Shelli Hofstet ter Kevin Holmes Scott Holmes Anthony Howell Ken Johnson Dee Ann Kunkel Flip Lake 40 Charlotte Larson LaChelle Lemmons Tammy Liberty Dawn Loomis Greg McNerney Lonnie Majeski ( Raymond Mier Pat Molby Brenda Morrow Randy Mortenson Victor Navarre Mike Olejn iczak 1) Spirited Freshmen cheer their team on. 2) Pat Molby and the third place Freshmen Float. 3) Keith thinks it over. 41 Eric Sebring Jackie Skirvin Peggy Snyder Candy Stacy Lisa Sumner Russell Swinson Kelly Trayer Eric Thrush Raymond Trumpour Linda Tugan Greg Vaughn Matt Vusich 42 James Wolfgang Larry Woodrow Kurt Wrisley FRESHMEN Grow Stronger As The Days Go On, Kevin Wadle Diana Wheeler Paul Wheeler Bruce Wilson Cindy Wing Martha Wing r 8th grade Boys Basketball team: B. Teegardin, T. Grover, D. Snyder, B. Busman, T. Brown, E. Snyder, Coach G. Lesky, S. Dehnart, J. Cooper, E. Kindle, L. Holmes, D. Krafft, M. Beach. 1979 7th • 8th Boys Basketball 7th 8th V.H.S. Them VMS. Them 20 38 Beal City 12 25 21 26 Shepherd 20 25 31 39 Tri-County 40 26 23 37 Montabella 11 46 19 32 Merrill 18 36 17 52 Beal City 33 45 21 20 Montabella 26 46 25 30 Montabella 24 49 36 29 Tri-County 37 44 27 41 Shepherd 31 27 V.H.S. 1979 9th Grade Boys Basketball Them 38 Carson City-Crystal 51 44 Saranac 18 38 Portland 54 32 Central Montcalm 40 43 Lakeview 60 39 Montabella 56 53 Carson City-Crystal 33 42 Saranac 33 43 Montabella 46 47 Beal City 76 58 Maple Valley 52 49 Central Montcalm 47 48 Lakeview 75 35 Beal City 92 36 •overtime Maple Valley 49 overtime 7,8,9 Cagers Small in Size,Yet Big in Spirit The old basketball proverb “the team who controls the boards usually controls the game” was the main fundamen- tal that haunted our 7th grade boys this season. Because of their lack of board ability, Coach Jim Wilson stressed hustle and defense. Fred Snyder was the leading scorer of the team. Jim Wilson’s first year of coaching at Vestaburg ended with a 2 and 8 season record. Our 8th grade boys’ basketball team showed tremendous improvement throughout the season, by winning one of their last two games. The leading scorer on the team this year was Dave Snyder, and Eric Snyder led in the rebound- ing department. Coach Gary Lesky’s hoopsters ended their 78-79 season with a 2-8 record. This year’s 9th grade basketball team, coached by Tom Kleinhardt, was also much improved, as they ended their 1978-79 campaign with a 5-10 won-lost record. This was a considerable improvement over their last two seasons which produced a total of 3 victories. Not only was won- lost record improved, but fundamentally they also grew. Ken Johnson burned the nets this year as he led his team in scoring. 7th grade Boys Basketball: Row 1: Manager J. Humphrey, F. Snyder, D. Blanshan, T. Hctherington, J. Wilson. Row 2: M. Alexander, T. Humphrey, P. Kane, R. Grandy, Sumner, Coach J. Wilson. 47 W Z Climbing to the Top Cheerleaders Help to Raise School Spirit g' jf I A - No, it's not just a group of girls jumping up and down and screaming at the top of their voices. Cheerleading is practice, exercise, and hard work. Coached for the first time by Mrs. Fox, the girls not only demonstrated their own talents, they raised the spirit and morale of the players and students. During the basketball season the girls sold popcorm at the home games and held cake raffles. The money was used to buy miscellaneous gifts for the players and for a new spirit book. JV: Kris Bigelow. Rolla Trayer, Melissa Gerovac, Peggy Snyderjand Brenda Frost. Freshmen: Jackie Skirvin, LaChellc Lemmons, Kelly Trayer, Coach Dianne Wilson, Joelette Elder, Dawn Loomis, and Janene Bradley. Young Grapplers, JV Hoopsters Get Much Needed Experience Hard work proved successful for Coach Pete Palmer and the 1979 Wrestling Team as Rusty Teegardin at 119 pounds, Tony Russell at 145 pounds, and Mike Regina at 165 pounds all went on to State competition. However, Tony Russell was the only Wolverine grappler to place, taking 2nd. The team was low in numbers having eight wrestlers most of the season but determination proved to be the mat men’s main goal, as the team record was 0-9 in dual meets. The wrestlers placed 4th out of 9 teams at the Dansville Invita- tional, 4th out of 8 teams at the Carson City Invitational and at the TCAA League Meet, the Wolverines again placed 4th out of 8 teams. The regionals seemed to be their best effort, as the Wolverines placed 6th out of 16 regional teams. This year’s Junior Varsity Basketball Team had a disappoint- ing season as they ended with a 2-18 mark. The “little Wolves” never gave up as they lost many of their matches by a small margin. Two midseason victories came against Ashley 33-32, and Merrill 54-52. The young Wolves picked up some much needed experience for next years Varsity. 1) Majeski, Bradley, Webster, and Jenison are waiting for the big break. 2) Tony Russell showed a fine 24-7 record and placed second in the state meet at 145 lbs. 3) Randy Jenison looks for a way out. Hi 1979 JV Basketball VHS Opponent 31 Montabella 50 39 Carson City-Crystal 69 58 Beal City 63 32 Saranac 37 33 Ashley 32 45 Portland 62 35 Central Montcalm 62 48 Lakeview 70 54 Merrill 52 48 Carson City-Crystal 68 62 Tri-County 77 45 Maple Valley 49 50 Beal City 60 32 Montabella 41 34 Lakeview 89 45 Saranac 48 52 Maple Valley 57 61 Portland 72 37 Central Montcalm 87 1979 Wrestling Team Dansville Invitational 4th - 9 Portland 48-35 L C.C.C. Invitational 4th - 8 Montabella 51-21 L Farwell 39-21 L Pine River 48-14 L Saranac 40-36 L Vestaburg Invitational 4th - 8 Lakeview 70-0 L Maple Valley 57-15 L Central Montcalm 51-21 L TCAA Meet 4th - 8 Regionals 6th - 16 State Finals 11th -32 ♦ mi i£2 J.V. Basketball Team: B. Keyes, S. Freeman, K. Wadle, S. BoUinger, D. Webster, R. Jenison, Coach Atkins, D. Jenison, T. Bradley, K. Johnson, L. Majeski, M. Olejneczak, Manager S. Jenison. Once again the mighty Wolves took the class “D” dis- trict championship away from favored Sacred Heart with an exciting 51-48 victory. Despite this upsurge from an 8-12 season record to 3-0 in district play, the Wolverines could not get past Dansville for the second straight year in region- als. This year’s Varsity Basketball squad gave a hard fought battle to every team in their very tough league. Being led by a brand new coach, Mr. Kurt Kaeding, who was straight out of C.M.U. with four years of college basketball under his belt, the Wolves showed him what the 78-79 rookies could do. And they did it up good! Sophomores Harry McClellan and Jack Wood shared the most improved player recognition this year. Coach Kaeding predicted that the two sophomores will be the nu- cleus of the 79-80 season. He also forcasted that the J.V.’s of the 78-79 season can look forward to a good season as varsity players. Mighty Wolves Prevail Once Again District Champs Varsity Basketball Team: Back Row: R. Snyder, G. Jenison, H. McClellan, S. Holmes, Coach Kaeding. Front Row: M. Snyder, R. Peasley, J. Marshall, T. Throop, J. Wood, Mgr. Doug King. 1) An assured 2 points for Tyler Throop. 2) Jack Wood concentrates on one of his manv points. 3) Harry McClellan goes for the ball while his team stands by ready to assist. 4) Harry McClellan goes high for the tip. 1979 Varsity Basketball VHS OPPONENT 56 Maple Valley 62 65 Ashley 67 42 Montabella 49 54 Carson City-Crystal 44 61 Beal City 54 47 Saranac 71 I 63 Ashley 52 66 Portland 58 38 Central Montcalm 55 63 Lakeview 67 63 Merrill 50 69 Carson City-Crystal 63 65 Tri-County 56 75 Maple Valley 65 54 Bed City 68 68 Montabella 79 65 Lakeview 67 48 Saranac 93 60 Portland 63 70 Central Montcalm 83 DISTRICTS 61 Beal City 58 62 Ashley 53 51 Sacred Heart 48 REGIONALS 55 Dans ville 70 53 Researching Physical Phenomena of Quantity, Space Chemical reactions, dissections, computations, research, and filing are the responsibility of six instructors at V.H.S. In the departments of science, math, and library, anything can happen, and does! Mr. Dennis Atkins, for example, made his classes of biology, general science, anatomy and physiology, and chemistry, enjoyable through humor and laboratory exper- iments. Developing outdoor activities was the key to Mr. Peter Palmer’s seventh and eighth grade science classes and gen- eral science class. Being a new teacher here this year, his fresh ideas were greatly enjoyed by the students. With the use of an overhead projector and class discus- sion, Mr. Larry Koutz successfully taught seventh grade math, geometry and algebra 1 and II. This was Koutz’s eighth year of teaching at V.H.S. With timely interest in the metric system, Mr. Ron Cain used imaginative methods to teach this new concept to his eighth grade math class. Cain also taught advanced algebra, trigonometry and math analysis. Mrs. Emma Huggins, librarian, had a busy crowded fa- cility all year long. She also kept busy teaching her stu- dents how to form and construct a library. The students learned how to cover and prepare books for use. Huggins used variety, created challenges and tried to be appreciative and fair in the student’s work. 1) Mr. Koutz uses the overhead projector to work out problems. 2) Mr. Cain sits back and greets the camera-man with enthusiasm. 3) In the library, Mrs. Huggins stands waiting to assist students. 4) Mr. At- kins shows a film, an excellent learning tool for science students. 5) Mr. Hodges assists in solving a math problem. 6) Students listen to Mr. Palmer lecture on astronomy. 54 i i i tap. I Sophomores Are Caught in Their Natural Habitat BoUinger, Stewart Borton, Jake Bradley, Patti Brauher, Rodney Busman, Sherri Cairl, Ranaye Camp, Denise Carrick, Gale Clements, Tammy Collins, Kathleen Darmody, SheUy Deyarmond, Bill Bold and brawn were the Sophomores of the 1979 school year. These 10th graders had a great thing going during home- coming. Their float, “Jaws”, placed 2nd in the voting. Dur- ing Twirp Week they competed toughly and their efforts were rewarded as they tied for first place in the pep jug competi- tion. In April, this class traveled to MCC for a Career Day held to help Sophomores from Michigan. They attended various classes of their own choice from a selection of jobs and dif- ferent fields. For the first time, the Sophomore class had a dance com- mittee to organize dances they held as a money making pro- ject. Included was a Sadie Hawkins dance. A sophomore, Anne Swan, was an Exchange student for the year. Anne went to Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico to live and study the Mexican people and language. 56 Erhard, Tammy Evans, Jackie Ferguson, Janice Fisk, Teresa Foster, Janet Freeman, Scott Gerovac, Melissa Grover, Chris Hamlin, Donald Hanes, Phyllis Hendrick, Brad Hill, Tammy Hills, Patti Hitsman, Sidney Holmes, Suzanne The Sophomores Show Their Dedication to VHS with Spirit 1) “Buck” Majcski to the rescue! 2) President Diana hard at work. 3) Sponsors, Mr. Allen and Mr. Kidwcll, and Advisor, Mrs. White, go over the Sophomore ABCs. Howell, Laurie Huckins, Tina Jenison, Danny Jenison, Randy Johnson, DuWayne Johnston, Greg Kahlo, Mark Keyes, Bruce Kindle, Terry King, Kelly Kinsey, Chris Knickerbocker, Jocllyn Leisure, Laura Litwiller, Doug Maclaren, Joy Maclcllan, Harry Majeski, Larry Marshall, Susan Mayne, Diana Molby, Scott Muscott, Edwin Myers, Terry Olejniczak, Susan Otto, Ken Potter, Rex Riggs, David Rose, Robert Ruddick, Lance Sebring, Tammie Sheldon, Jamie Shine, Carol Showers, Brad 1) A group of Sophomores give their lungs a workout. 2) “Jaws devours second place in Homecoming. 3) Class officers: Vice-President, Shelly Darmody; President, Diana Mayne; Treas- urer, Sherri Busman: Secretary, Patti Hills. 4) Scott, Dee Ann, Rolla . . . The Three Stooges. Pride Runs High in the Class of “81” Snyder, Matt Swinson, John Switzer, Debbie Teegardin, Bill Throop, Annette Trayer, Rolla Walker, Bill Watson, Heather Webster, Dick Wing, Linda Wood, Jack Wood, Mary 61 how far back can memory reach? Woman Spikers Take to the Net “Go for it”, were words frequently used by coach Beverly Kenyon throughout the 1978-79 girls’ volleyball season. The varsity team did a fine job upping last year’s record of no wins by ending with a 2-16 record. The JV’s also ended with a 2-16 mark. While the statistics were not very impressive, the girls played good team ball and continued to play “tough” ball throughout the season. The girls’ spirit really kept the team going. A factor contributing to the teams’ unity was the enthusiasm of our foreign exchange students, Gesine Hansen, Micky VanOijen, and Maria Crump. Both teams did a fine job and are looking forward to a bet- ter season next year. Varsity Volleyball Team: T. Hansen, V. Tugan, L. Busman, N. Walker, Coach B. Kenyon, G. Hansen, C. Randall, M. VanOijen, L. Van Ghcluwe. J.V. Volleyball Team: Row 1: T. Kindle, J. Sheldon, T. Clements, M. Crump. Row 2: S. Olejniczak, B. Webster, D. Wright, R. Molby, Coach B. Kenyon. 1979 Varsity J.V. Volleyball Varsity J. . V.H.S. Them V.H.S. Them L W Beal City L W L W Montabella W L L W Portland L W L W Lakeview L W L W Saranac L W L W Maple Valley L W L W Beal City L W L W Central Montcalm L W W L Carson City-Crystal L w L W Lakeview L w W L Montabella L w L W Portland L w L W Carson City-Crystal L w L W Saranac L w L W Maple Valley W L L W Central Montcalm L W L W Belding Tournament L w L W Regionals L w 65 While the areas of history, resource room and music stressed different abilities via various methods, all three aimed for the same ultimate goal: learning. Mr. Mike Barnes, in his seventh year at V.H.S., taught U.S. History, World Cultures, Michigan History, and World Geography. He felt his classes were learning experiences. Teaching six years of Government, Minorities, Sociology, Psychology, and Michigan History was Mr. Doug Palmer. Actively involved in Youth Legislature, he made his classes interesting with personal experiences and open class discus- sions. The 8th grade class sponsor, Mr. Jake Helms, in his 4th year at V.H.S., taught 7th grade Geography and 8th grade U.S. History. To make classes interesting, students discussed current events, and were given informative worksheets. Mr. Mike Miller, the Junior class sponsor, taught Lan- guage Arts and Math in the Resource Room. Having taught four years at V.H.S., Mr. Miller made his classes interesting by relating them to daily living skills. Another Remedial Math teacher in the Resource Room, was eight year veteran, Mr. Steve Kidwell, who focused his learning on making subjects meaningful to the students’ life. The Vestaburg choir’s voices were pleasant as they har- moniously presented Christmas and Spring Concerts. The singers, under the direction of Mrs. Ruth Moody improved rhythmically in 2 ways. Traditionally, singing skills were stressed; however, Mrs. Moody added her own special ex- citement to the class by teaching the students several new dance steps to co-ordinate with their music lore. Voices Vocalize, History 'iappens, Studies Strengthen Minds History, Resource Room, Music Wolverine Ball Clubs Swing Into Action Varsity Baseball. Row I) Jim Clark, Dean Griffin, Jeff Marshall, Todd Marshall, Larry Majeski. Row 2) Asst, coach Mr. Wheeler, Mark Cornell, Steve Holmes, Ryan Peasley, Joe Hillard, Gordie Jenison, Dennis Darmody, coach Tom Kleinhardt. Dianne Wilson’s softball hurlers made it to regional play this year, after downing Sacred Heart in pre-districts and Michigan Lutheran Seminary and Beal City in districts. They were defeated at the Mt. Pleasant regional by Posen,J 15-13. The team finished season play with an 11-10 record, good for fourth place in the league. Michelle Workman and Lisa Erskin were selected as most valuable players. Lisa Bigelow was most improved and Penny Snyder was chosen as best teammate. Coach Cheryl Fox’s J.V. girls, sparked by the pitching of Dee Ann Wright, ended their season with an almost perfect 10-1 record. Their only loss came from Lake view. This year’s varsity hurlers held their own against every team they played. Tyler Throop threw a no-hitter against Saranac, and Jeff Mar- shall threw a one hitter in pre district play. Ending the season with an 8-6 record, the guys lost to Sacred Heart in a close, extra inning dis- trict game. The team was coached by Tom Kleinhardt. Pete Palmer’s J.V. baseball team ended a year of learning with a 4-12 record. The team’s bat- ting average was a healthy .275. Varsity Softball Row 2) Lisa Bigelow, Linda Van Gheluwe, Julie Nictzel, Joanna Gates, Kim Jen- ison, Lisa Erskin, Coach Dianne Wilson. Row 1) Kathy Randall, Michelle Workman, Gesine Han- sen, Heather Watson, Penny Snyder. Missing from picture, Lou Ann Marshall. J.V. Baseball. Row 1) Brock Cogswell, Kevin Wadle, Ricky Enterline, Scott Hacker, Keith Clark, Ken Johnson, Dan Jenison. Row 2) Coach Peter Palmer, Kelly King, Larry Feldkamp, Randy Randall, Brad Showers, Todd Beach, Scott Holmes, Tim Bradley, Mgr. Jim Davis. J.V. SoftbalL Row 1) Rolla Trayer, Betty Hillard, Terry Kindle, Brenda Frost, Kris Bigelow, Peggy Snyder. Row 2) Coach Cheryl Fox, Janene Bradley, Joelette Elder, DeeAnn Wright, LaChelle Lemmons, Asst, coach Miss Van Holder. Senior Band. Row 1: Kim Gerovac. LouAnn Marshall, Tracey Olrich, Virginia Palmer. Tammy Dawe, Lisa Erskin. Row 2: Tyler Throop, Jeff Throop, Ryan Peaslcy, Brian Throop, Debbie Er- skin, Tracy Reed. Row 1: Eric Thrush. Gene Davidson, Pat Molby. Paul Wheeler. Paul Gerovac. Bruce Keyes. Rob Snyder, Tracy Olrich, Brian Keyes. Row 2: Coach Mr. Kidwcll, Victor Navarre. Greg McNerney. Brian Polley, James Wolfgang. Randy Marsh, Brian Throop. Randy Jeni- son. Curt Scramlin, Matt Snyder. Harry McClellan. Ernie Fletcher. 8th Grade Band. Row I: Lisa Peaslcy, Sarah Avery, Kelly Kane, Trudy Horton. Margie Dove. Lorraine Sheets Doug King, Larry Holmes, Shcllic I nterline, Shana Johnston, Danny Manley, Wendy Walker. Row 2: Cheryl freeman.Ralph Mier. Randy Camp. I red Snyder, Tracy Keyes, Pam Palmer. Denise Hills Kathy Showers. Miss Kenyon, Kim Jenison, Linda Van Ghcluwe, Kelly Regina, Kris Bigelow, Peggy Snyder, Kim Gerovac, Brenda Frost, Lou Ann Marshall, Melissa Gcrovac. Track- Band Working Toward Perfection This year’s girls’ and boys’ track teams were small in number, but spirit and dedication proved to be very big. Many school records were broken, but the highlight of the season was the State Finals when Rob Snyder took first place in the long jump to become the State Champion. A lot of prac- ticing and hard work brought other fine individual showings in every meet the tracksters placed in. Harry McClellan qualified for State Finals and also broke the school record in the Discus. Rob Snyder broke the school record in the long jump. Melissa Gero- vac broke the girls’ school rec- ords in the 880 yard dash and the 110 yard low hurdles 11 other members put their team ef- forts together to bring out a fine ’79 season. Take a group of unorganized stu- dents varying in instrumental tal- ent; put them together in a room. Carefully add a music teacher who has patience combined with exper- ience; blend in time, practice, and eagerness to learn. Add red and white uniforms. All ingredients will yield ... a Vestaburg Band. In fact, there were many different types of bands this year. In- cluded were the senior, stage and the 7th and 8th grade bands as well as the V.H.S. Marching Wolves. All participated in competition and concerts. The Marching Wolves played frequently at sports events. Determination, imagination, and a lot of praying was the key to the yearbook staffs success. Headed by Jerry Corner, the literary team of the ‘Wolverine” stunned people with great body copy and picture placement. Through the semes- ter the staff sold 34 thousand dollars worth of ads and books, sold popcorn, and rented the popcorn machine to other clubs. This year was the first year for the Yearbook class at Vesta- burg, and it proved itself enough to be carried on in future years. Vestaburg Youth Leg people had a successful trip to Lan- sing in April. All 17 members held seats, 7 in the Senate and 10 in the House. The students took several bills down with them, topics ranging from Mandatory Road Tests For Those Over 65, to Banning The Bounty on Coyotes, Sparrows, and Rats. The people who went to Youth Leg learned and ac- complished much in a few days. A good time was had by everyone, including the two advisors, Doug Palmer and Cheryl Fox. Under the leadership of Kim Gerovac, president; Shannan Kane, vice-president; Lisa Erskin, secretary; and Lori Busman, treasurer, the National Honor Society instituted changes this year in its entrance requirements and inducted 12 new mem- bers. Among some of the N.H.S. sponsored activities were: selling carnations for St. Patrick’s Day, holding a booth at the annual school carnival, traveling to Detroit’s Renaissance Center and enjoying a Tiger ball game. Youth Leg, NHS, Year Active Additions to [ Y rbosk _Slaft Row 1: Ryan Peasley, Kathy Powell, Lars Ericsson, Larry Majeski, Jeff Darmody, Sherri Busman, Kim Gerovac, Debbie Muscott, Jerry Corner, Joellyn Knickerbocker. Row 2: Mrs. Rau, Kim Jenison, Jack Wood, Danny Jenison, Mike Olney, Ken Fisk, Melissa Gerovac, Brian Waldron, Brian Keyes. 72 ok iool Youth Leg: Top to bottom: John Burgess, Larry Borton, Brian Keyes, Shelly Darmody, Kim Gerovac, Melissa Gerovac, Joellyn Knickerbocker, Suzanne Holmes, Sherri Busman, Annette Williams, Annette Throop, Laurie Stratton, Joanna Gates, Pam Narragon, Robyn Molby, Mr. D. Palmer. 1) Brian Keyes carefully positions a picture on the page while Jeff Darmody watches and waits. Pam Narragon, on the other hand, seems to be in a dilemma over theme page pictures. 2) Busy in the House of Representatives is Carla Trayer, a member of Youth in Government. NjHjS.: Top to bottom: Ryan Peasley, Tracy Olrich, Annette Williams, Mary Church, Laurie Stratton, Suzanne Holmes, Sherri Busman, Tracy Reed, Pam Narragon, Linda VanGheluwe, Mr. Koutz, Julie Neitzel, Melody Owen, Curt Scramlin, Shannan Kane, Kim Gerovac, Rodney Brau- her, Lori Busman, Brian Waldron, Diana Mayne, Lisa Erskin._____________________________________ As the new trend of Disco dancing sweeps across the country, this year’s prom theme was appropriately titled “Disco Dream”. With the juniors financing and creating the background and decorations, the prom and banquet were a complete success. The banquet meal included ham, scalloped potatoes, corn, coleslaw, jello salad, and pie. Mrs. White was our special speaker, while David and Lisa Erskin provided the entertainment. This year’s valedictorian, Kim Gerovac and salutatorian, Shannon Kane were announced. The juniors’ terrific decorations consisted of disco props and posters, set off by brightly colored metalic streamers. The water foun- tain and a unique light show were set up with the help of Cal Calison. Disco Dream” 1) The concept of .self-love is discussed by banquet speaker, Mrs. Jennifer White. 2) Junior class president, Mary Church is M.C. for the evening. 3) Juniors create a disco dance scene in the gym. 4) Banquet guests anxiously wait for dinner. 5) Everyone seems to be enjoying the meal. 6) Expressing appreciation. Senior class president, Larry Borton closes by presenting the juniors with the class key. 7) Seniors dance the night away. 1979 Prom Banquet Juniors Looking Forward to Senior Year at VHS Cheryl Alexander Shelia Avery Aaron Beach Lisa Bigelow Todd Bollinger Ruth Borton Jason Bradley John Burgess Brenda Carl Mary Church Lori Erskin Ken Fisk Ernie Fletcher Bill Freeman Joanna Gates Dean Griffin Kim Grover Rhonda Grover Theresa Hansen Robin Jenison Duane Johnston Rachclle Johnston Carla Krafft Jim Liberty Brian Madarcn Christina Manley Carol Marsh Todd Marshall Sig Modrow Robin Molby The Juniors once again showed their ability as they took first place in homecoming float competition for the second straight year. With combined team efforts in the “Almost Anything Goes” competition during twirp week, these eleventh graders did relatively good, but were up against tough competition as most events were played against either the Seniors or the teachers. As the year progressed, they were anxiously getting ready for their last year of high school. They had a car wash and sponsored dances to raise money to help with the cost of the Junior Senior banquet and prom, and enjoyed every moment of it. 1.) 2.) 3.) “Life comes so easy.” “Try it you’ll like it!” What’s a metric wrench?” 77 One More Step of Life is Coming to an End Dave Moreland Gary Packer Curt Scranilin Jim Solomonson Sherry Nelscn Cathy Randall Don Silvers Laurie Stratton Melody Owen Tony Russell Penny Snyder Carla Traycr rf Yv Chuck Traycr Dave Walker Annette Williams Gary Woodrow Doug Vaughn Nancy Walker Duane Wing Michelle Workman 1.) Class Officcrs-Penny Snyder, Mary Church, Michelle Workman, Laurie Stratton. 2.) Filing in the library helps keep sports enthusiast. Penny Snyder busy. 3.) Five cosmotologists enjoy their midday meal. 4.) Junior Float wins first place in Homecoming competition with the theme The End . 5.) Robin show s her enthusiasm as a volleyball participant. 6.) Pull! Pull! Pull! The juniors put forth their efforts only to lose to a tougher senior team. r. these were the days of the future we shared - Hfow tong; W iilJl] fhe,y Mm Senior Salute Larry Borton mere Debra Brecht Lori Busman Susan Church One Final Year Together “This Day Belongs to Me” This is the way to the freedom I’ve only dreamed of These are the wings I was never allowed to try Come closer and hear me There’s a world out there to see I say this day belongs to me This is the day 1 make lovers and friends of strangers My turn to learn if I’m one of a loving pair Our love will be gentle Sentimental This day belongs to you and me I believe it If the stars are in our corner we’ll have love and laughter And love is all over you If you see light in my sympathetic eyes It’s for you, for you All for you This is the door that I’ve waited so long to open This is the day when I’m given the room to breathe One chance in a lifetime And my name is on the key I say this day belongs to me I believe it If the stars are in my corner I’ll have love and laughter This day belongs to me Jerry Corner Melinda Corser 83 Jeffery Darmody Dawn Davis Tammie Dawe Lars Ericsson Debbie Erskin Lisa Erskin Class night 1979 was held Wednesday, May 23 in the high school gym. Lisa and David Erskin, and the reading of the wills, prophecies, and mock elections provided most of the entertainment. The highlight of class night was the giving of the awards for each of the general depart- ments. Class president, Larry Borton, introduced the pre- senters of the awards. The class gave a plaque and gift certificate, for loyalty and hard work for the class, to Jerry Comer. Other a- wards were given to: Gerry Holmes, Science Kim Gerovac, Math Patty Bollinger, Art Kim Gerovac, English Julie Nietzal, Science and Math Melinda Corser, FHA Bill Nelson, Jerry Corner, Building Trades Kathy Powell, Spanish Jerry Corner, Editor, Yearbook Lars Ericcson, Ryan Peasley, Photographer, Yearbook Deb Muscott, Service Jerry Corner was given a BEOG Scholarship and a plaque from Student Council. ACT Scholarships were given to: Tracy Olrich Julie Nietzal Shannon Kane Kim Gerovac Ryan Peasley Gerry Holmes College Scholarships were awarded to: Lori Busman Tracey Reed Shannon Kane Gerry Holmes Kim Gerovac Shannon Kane was awarded a National Merit Scholarship. Gesine Hansen Joe Hillard Top Semors Receive Homrs Martin Huckins Gordon Jenison The 1979 Valedictorian of VHS was Kim Gerovac with a grade point ave- rage of 3.97. The Salutatorian of 1979 was Shan- nan M. Kane, who had a grade point average of 3.84. This year there were 25 Honor Stu- dents at VHS. These students worked hard throughout their high school years to all receive a “B” average or better. Missing Seniors: Patty Bollinger Marvin Boyer Maria Crump Ron Hinton George Polley Rob Snyder Chris Graves Class Colors- Light Blue, Dark Blue Honor Students Row 1: Sue Church, Tracy Olrich, Gesine Hansen, Maria Crump, Brian Keyes, Dennis Johnson, Randy Hall. Row 2: Lisa Erskin, Debbie Muscott, Patty Bollinger, Lou Ann Marshall, Lori Busman, Tammie Dawe, Regina Russell, Kathy Powell. Row 3: Shannan Kane, Julie Neitzel, Linda Van Gheluwe, Kim Gerovac, Brian Waldron, Ryan Peas- ley, Pam Narragon, Tracy Reed, Kim Jenison. 87 88 eniors enjoying their last trip together, The 1979 Seniors of VHS really enjoyed their last trip together as a class. The group first went to Toronto where they visited such places as Casa Loma, Ontario Science Center, and the CN tower. From Toronto they went to Niagara Falls, Canada, and had a great time sight seeing, shopping or do- ing whatever they wanted to do. They then boarded the bus for another long ride to Sea World and Cedar Point where they had fun riding rides and looking at sea animals. After a long tiring day walking at Cedar Point, the seniors made one last bus trip ... home ... to participate in grad- uation and enjoy all their open houses 89 It Takes Kimberly Jenison Dennis Johnson Shannon Kane Brian Keyes Jeff Marshall Randall Marsh William Nelson Julie Neitzel Pamela Narragon Our last year together Ryan Virginia Palmer Russell 93 Tracy Olrich Craig Shattuck Howard Swan Russell Teegardin 94 Bryan Throop It’s Onlv Too Real Class Flower- Red Rose Jeff Throop Tyler Throop Valiant Dreams And now the time has come to say That High School was the “good” ole days But that’s the past And as we think of memories gone by The feelings rise and tears come to our eyes We think back of old friends And wonder if they are content Cuz life’s changed, and so have they Ever since Graduation Day I once remember a poem that said “For every star that falls, a new one glows For every dream that fades, a new one grows When things are not what they would seem You must keep following your dreams And when you find that For the Valiant in heart NOTHING is impossible! Never stop till you reach that goal in life And then, be content till that final day Remember --- “Class of 79” always lives on! By Lori Busman Julie Vaughn If I Accept the Sunshine and Warmth I Must Also Accept the Thunder and Lightning Marijke Van Oijen Julie Vaughn 96 Sherry Waldron Brian Waldron Rhonda Wing Tonyia Watson Karen Woodrow Guido Zugaro 97 MOCK ELECTIONS ’79 Best Looking Boy Jim Clark Best Looking Girl Tonyia Watson Class Boy Flirt Brian Keyes Class Girl Flirt Lori Busman Worst Driver Bev King Best Driver Brian Waldron Best Boy Dancer Jeff Throop Best Girl Dancer Tina Blaquiere Kim Gerovac Boy Athlete Jeff Marshall Girl Athlete LouAnn Marshall Class Optimist Sherry Waldron Class Pessimist Sue Church Class Boy Hot Rod Jeff Darmody Class Girl Hot Rod Bev King Class Gossip Pam Narragon Class Boy Brownie Brian Waldron Class Girl Brownie Shannan Kane Biggest Spender Howard Swan Most Thrifty Virginia Palmer Class Bum Dale Bradley Done The Most For V’burg .... Jerry Corner Done V’burg For the Most Jeff Darmody Late For Everything Jim Clark Class Dizzy Debbie Brecht Teachers Pet Kim Gerovac Most Talkative Lori Busman Most Shy Dawn Davis Most Bold Jeff Darmody Most Brawn (Muscular) Tracy Olrich Best Dressed Boy Tyler Throop Best Dressed Girl Kim Gerovac Most Popular Boy Brian Keyes Most Popular Girl Lori Busman Class Artist Lori Busman Class Intellect Shannan Kane Class Leader Jerry Comer Class Musician Tammy Da we Most Studious Gerry Holmes Class Clown Brian Keyes Class Orator Jerry Corner J oiliest Randy Hall Hall Walker Class of ’79 Most Likely to Succeed Ryan Peasley Class Bully Jeff Darmody Class Skipper Bev King Class Rowdy Jeff Darmody Wolverine Staff Editor in chief Business Manager Photographers Seniors Sports Index Graphics Typists Theme Pages Division Pages Clubs Academics Ads Underclassmen Adviser Jerry Corner Deb Muscott Lars Ericsson Ryan Peasley Toby Archambault Kim Jenison Brian Keyes Dan Jenison Jack Wood Jeff Darmody Sig Modrow Cheryl Alexander Pam Narragon Melissa Gerovac Kim Gerovac Kathy Powell Larry Majeski Sue Church Sherry Waldron Sherri Busman Jo Knickerbocker Betsy Pollard Rau 98 Joynt Bros. 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WINN SHOPPING CENTER Box 205, M-46 Vestaburg, Michigan 48891 Phone: 268-5304 Winn, Michigan 48896 Royal Erskin, Jr. Owner SPOT PARTY STORE YouWin With the HighlandTeam Sporting Goods Beer Wine Groceries Hours: 8-12 Phone: 517-268-5280 7440 N. ALGER ROAD, ALMA, MICHIGAN 48801 111 HANSEN’S PHARMACY EDMORE, MICHIGAN 48829 PHONE 427-5275 Cliff Da Ford Sales, Inc. Tested Ford Tough MERCURY Edmore, Michigan 48829 Phone: 427-3291 or 427-3290 CEDAR LAKE SUPERMARKET We do not sell Beer, Wine, or Tobacco Products. Gasoline, Food, Health Food. Phone: 427-5568 WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATRONAGE. CJfie Wisfiiny rWef( FLOWER GIFT SHOP On M-46 at Rock Lake VESTABURG, MICHIGAN 48891 Phone 268-5537 112 ALMA PRODUCTS COMPANY 2000 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE. ALMA. MICHIGAN M.J. MURPHY BEAUTY © COLLEGE Supervised student work. HOW. Superior St. Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: 463-4762 Mt. Pleasant Beauty College 201 W. Broadway St. Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Phone: 772-2339 DAVISON SALES SERVICES 126 W. Superior St. Alma, Michigan 48801 Phone: 463-3496 OFFICE MACHINES SMITH - CORONA - SANYO ROYAL - VICTOR - 3M 113 PEASLEY’S Furniture, Hardware, Flooring Vestaburg 268-5211 PONTIAC More than just a Bank. L Q Friend CHEVROLET you can Count on. Donk xP of Alma W Member: F D.I.C Ch.vrol.l . Chtv«M� • Chtvy II . Corv.lr . Corvtttt THE GREAT HIGHWAY PERFORMERS 3130 W. Monroe Road Vestaburg Branch 517-268-5445 Alma, Michigan 48801 Riverdale Branch 517-833-7331 Phone 468-4955 Headquarters of good deals and good service. VAN ATTEN’S, INC. 311 E SUPERIOR ALMA, MICHIGAN 48801 MACHINE AND METALS INC. Machining Fabrication Box 216, 7470 Crystal Rd Vestaburg, Michigan 48891 Phone: 268-5080 Dedicated to Professional Photography in a manner you will treasure for a lifetime. WALKER’S congratulations to the class of 1979 Kodak GOOD-YEAR 8840 3rd Street Portraits by Bachi 111 East Superior Street Alma, Michigan 48801 Vestaburg, Mi. Mick Bachi PPM CP Phone St7 463-1790 268-5506 48891 145 116 WARD 318 N. State Street Alma, Michiga 463-6148 463-6149 DO “For Every Need’’ Battle-Doehring Agency 3975 Monroe Road Alma. Michigan 48801 Vincent Battle A C 517-463-4918 Dave Doehring Ithaca Agency 215 E Center Street Ithaca. Michigan 48847 A C 517-875-4734 Breckenridge Agency Arnie Schultz 223 E. Saginaw Street Paul Doehring Breckenridge. Michigan 48615 A C 517-842-3785 MARL VIEW LANES M-46 427 - 3443 Bo Pizza Sandwiches VESTABURG MARKETING ASSOCIATION WE SELL Stihl Chain Saws “OUR SOIL OUR STRENGTH ” 117 Aldred, Jodi 34 Alexander, Cheryl 76 Alexender, Mark 34,47 Anna, Jeff 11, 36 Archambault, Toby 11, 22, 38, 46 Avery, Lori 38 Avery, Sarah 16,36,70 Avery, Sheila 10, 66, 76 Baker, Kim 36 Baker, Rick 38 Barr, Todd 38,42,71 Beach, Aaron 71, 76 Beach, Matthew 12, 36,46 Beach, Onalee 17, 34 Beach, Todd 25, 38,43, 46, 69, 71 Bigelow, Kris 28, 38, 45, 48, 49, 69, 71 Bigelow, Lisa 68, 76 Blacquiere, Tina 9, 18, 29, 48,49, 74, 82,88,93 Blanshan, Danny 34,47 Bollinger, Patty 74, 87 Bollinger, Stewart 51, 56 Bollinger, Todd 76 Borton, Jake 50, 56 Borton, Larry 50, 73, 74, 82. 88, 90 Borton, Ruth 26, 71, 76 Boyer, Brenda 10, 38,42 Boyer, Marvin 67 Boyer, Steven 36 Bradley, Becky 11, 34 Bradley, Carl 82, 90 Bradley, Janene 28, 38, 49, 69, 71 Bradley, Jason 7, 75, 76 Bradley, Patti 56, 71 Bradley, Tim 25, 38,50,51,69 Brouher, Rodney 11, 56, 71, 73 Brecht, Debra 66, 74, 82 Brown, Todd 12, 36,42 Brown, Traci 17, 34 Burgess. John 10, 18, 25, 73, 74, 76 Busman, Becky 8, 17, 34, 48 Busman, Bob 12, 36, 46 Busman. Lori 10, 11, 18, 23, 29, 31,64, 73, 74, 82, 87, 90 Busman, Sherri 11, 56,60, 72, 73 Bush, Kathy 36 Butcher, J.B. 38 Cairl, Michelle 34 Cairl, Ranaye 56, 71 Calverley, Danny 9 Canp, Denise 56 Canp, Randy 36, 70 Carl, Brenda 76, 78 Carll, Sylvia 36 Carrick, Gale 56 Church, Mary 11, 71,75, 76, 77, 78 Church, Susan 73, 82, 87, 92, 120 Clark, James 68, 83 Clark, Keith 19, 25.38,69 Clements, Tammy 10, 56, 61, 64, 65 Cogswell, Brock 25, 38,43, 46, 69 Cogswell, Camille 38, 71 Cogswell, Todd 38 Collins, Kathleen 56, 66 Cooper, Jack 36. 46 Cornell, Mark 25, 68, 83 Corner, Jerry 11, 72, 74, 83, 120 Crosby, Roger 36 Corser, Melinda 10, 74, 83 Corser, Phillip 38 Crump, Maria 65, 74, 87 Daily. Shelly 16, 36 Darmody, Dennis 68 Darmody, Jeff 22, 30,44, 72, 80. 82. 84 Darmody, SheUy 56, 60, 73, 78 Davidson, Gene 38. 70 Davidson, Shcnan 36 Davis, Dawn 55, 66, 74, 84 Davis, Jim 34 Davis, Rick 66 Davis, Roy 38 Da we, Tammy 11, 70, 71, 74, 84, 87 Dehncrt, Steve 12,46 Deyarmond, Bill 56 Deyarmond, Page 17, 34 Dove, Margie 36, 70 Eager. Betty 10, 38 Elder, Joellette 28, 38,43,49, 69. 71 Elder, Heather 17, 34 Enterline, Ricky 25,42, 69 Enterline, Shellie 16, 36, 70 Erhard, Kim 11, 16, 36,49 Erhard, Tammy 11, 57 Ericsson, Lars 17, 72,84,90 Erskin, Debbie 70, 71, 80, 84. 93 Erskin, Lisa 10, 18, 23,31,68, 70, 71, 73,84,87,89,95 Erskin, Lori 4, 71, 76, 77 Erskin, Veda 34 Esch, Daniel 71 Evans, Jackie 57, 61 Feldkamp, Larry 25, 38,46, 69, 71 Ferguson, Janice 57 Ferguson, Jeff 36 Fisher, Eric 38, 43 Fisk, Bob 38 Fisk, Teresa 10, 57 Fletcher, Ellen 10, 11, 38, 66 Fletcher, Ernest 70, 71, 75, 76 Fletcher, Millie 17, 34 Foster, Janet 57 Foster, Larry 34 Freeman, Bill 71, 76 Freeman, Cheryl 12, 16, 36,49, 70 Freeman, Scott 51, 57, 61 Freeman, Vicki 85 Frost, Barbra 17, 34,48 Frost, Brenda 28, 38,49, 69, 71 Gairns, Gary 85 Gairns, William 38 Gates, Amy 11. 17, 34,48 Gates, Joanna 63, 68, 73, 76 Gerovac, Kim 6, 9, 29,45,48,49, 70, 71, 72, 73, 80, 86,87,90, 92 Gerovac, Melissa 4, 28,44. 45.48.49, 57, 71, 72, 73,80 Gerovac, Paul 38, 43, 50, 70 Gibbons, Jenny 34 Gladding, Sandy 17, 34,48 Grandy, Rod 34,47 Griffin, Dean 25, 50, 62, 68, 76, 77 Grover, Chris 10, 57 Grover, Dan 40, 71 Grover, Kim 45,48,76, 78 Grover, Rhonda 10, 66, 76, 77 Grover, Tim 40 Grover, Tony 40 Grover, Troy 36,46 Grover, Vicky 66 Grover, Zane 34 Hacker, Scott 40, 69 Hall. Randy 74, 84, 86. 87, 93 Hanes, Joanne 34 Hanes, Phyllis 57, 71 Hansen, Gesine 63, 64, 68, 74, 85, 87 Hansen, Theresa 64, 76 Hartman, Kelli 40,43 Hendrick, Brad 57 Hernandez, John 34 Hetherington, Todd 34,47 Hill, Kim 34 Hill, Tammy 57, 71 Hillard, Betty 28,40, 69,71 Hillard, Joe 68, 86,89,97 Hills, Denise 16, 36, 70 Hills, Patti 11,57,61. 71 Hinton, Steve 40,43 Hitsman, Eddie 34 Hitsman, Raymond 40,42 Hitsman, Sidney 57 Hoffsteter, Shelly 40 Holmes, Gerald 86 Holmes, Kail 25 Holmes, Kevin 40, 71 Holmes, Larry 46, 70 Holmes, Sandee 34 Holmes, Scott 25,40,46,69 Holmes, Steven 11, 22, 53, 68, 79 Holmes, Suzanne 11, 57, 71, 73 Horton, Corinna 86, 90 Horton, Lydia 34 Horton, Trudy 16, 36,49, 70 Howell, Anthony 40 Howell, Laurie 10, 58, 61 Huckins, Martin 87 Huckins, Tina 58,61,66 Humphrey, Troy 34, 47 Jenks, Dennis 34 Jenks, Troy 36 Jenison, Danny 5, 27, 51,58, 69, 72 Jenison, Gordie 53, 68, 80, 87, 93 Jenison, Kelly 17, 34 Jenison, Kim 10, 31, 68, 72, 80, 87, 90, 98 Jenison, Randy 11,51,58, 70 Jenison, Robin 71, 76 Jerome, Gordie 9, 17 Johnson, Dennis 26, 50, 81,87, 90 Johnson, DuWayne 13, 25, 51, 57, 58 Johnson Ken 40, 51,69 Johnson, Kirk 35 Johnson, Shelly 17 Johnston, Duane 11, 76 Johnston, Greg 58 Johnston, Jason 35 Johnston, Lorraine 36 Johnston, Rachelle 22, 76 Johnston, Shana 11, 36, 70 Kahlo, Mark 58, 66 Kane. KeUy 16,36,49, 70 Kane, Pat 35,47 Kane, Shannan 4, 10, 73, 86, 87, 91 Keyes, Brian 11, 18,23,25,27,50, 70, 72,73,87,91,93,95, 120 Keyes, Bruce 11,25,45,51,58, 70,71 Keyes, Hope 17, 35 Keyes, Tracy 16, 36, 70 Kindle, Ed 36,46 Kindle, Terry 58,65,69, 71 King, Beverly 91 King, Cindy 36 King, Doug 36, 53, 70 King, Kelly 25,58,69 Kinsey, Chris 58,61 Knickerbocker, Joellyn 6, 71,56, 72, 73 Krafft, Carla 9, 29, 76 Krafft, David 46 Krafft, Lynn 17,35,48 Kunkel, DeeAnn 40 Larson, Charlotte 40 Leisure, Laura 58 Leisure, Lenny 35 Lemmons, LaChelle 28,40,49, 69, 71 Lewis, Sheila 35 Liberty, Jim 25, 76 Liberty, Tammy 40, 43, 63 Litwillcr, Doug 58 Loomis, Connie 16, 27, 36 Loomis, Dawn 49, 40 Loomis, Paula 8, 35 Madaren, Brian 66, 76 Maclarcn, Joy 58 Majeski, Larry 11, 25, 50, 51, 58, 68, 72 Majeski, Lonnie 26,40. 42 Majeski, Lori 16, 36 Manley, Christina 76 Manley, Cindy 91 Manley, Danny 36, 70 Marsh, Carol 66, 76 Marsh. Randall 70,91 Marshall, Don 25,68, 75 MarshaU, Jeff 25,53,68,91 Marshall, LouAnn 18, 22, 31, 70, 87, 92, 93 Marshall. Pam 36 Marshall, Todd 25,68, 76,77 Mayne, Diana 11,58, 60, 73 McClellan, Harry 5, 25, 52, 53, 58, 70 McClellan, Rick 36 McNemey, Greg 40, 70, 71 Meyers, Marina 37 Mier, Ralph 37, 70 Mier, Raymond 40 Mills, Tina 35 Modrow, John 35 Modrow, Signa 76, 77 Molby, Pat 40, 70 Molby, Robyn 10, 11,64, 65, 73, 76, 79 Molby, Scott 58 Moomey,- Neil 37 Moreland, David 78 Morey, Mike 37 Morrow, Brenda 40 Morrow, Dan 35 Mortensen, Carla 92 Mortenscn, Randy 40 Muscott, Debbie 10, 66, 72, 74, 87, 92, 95 Muscott, Ed 59 Myers, Phillip 37 Myers, Terry 59, 71 Narracon, Pam 4, 11, 72, 73, 74, 81, 82, 87,92 Navarre, Marguerite 35 Navarre, Victor 25,40, 46, 70 Ncitzel, Julie 10, 30, 68, 73, 87, 92, 93 Nclscn, Sherry 78 Nelsen, William 92, 94 Olejniczak, Mike 40, 42, 51 Olejniczak, Susan 6, 59, 64, 65, 71 Olncy, Mike 27, 72 Olrich, Brad 35 Olrich, Tracy 6, 22, 25, 70, 71, 73, 80. 81,87, 93, 98 Ordiway, Larry 35 Osterhout, Dale 35 Otto, Kevin 50 Owen, Melody 66, 73, 78 Packer, Gary 78 Palmer, Pam 37, 70 Palmer, Virginia 70, 71, 93 Parcher, Colleen 35 Patterson, Susan 17, 35 Peasley, Lisa 16,31,37,49, 70 Pcaslcy, Ryan 6, 17, 53, 68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 80, 82, 87, 93, 99 Pcndall, Lonnie 12, 37 Pendall, Lynette 42,43 Pendall, Monty 35, 67 PoUey, Bryan 25,42, 70.71 Potter, Rex 9, 59,61,67 Powell, Kathleen 11, 72, 83, 87, 90, 93 Powers, Dale 37 Randall, Cathy 64, 68, 78 Randall, Randy 19, 25, 38,42,69 Reed Tracey 70, 71, 73, 94, 96, 87 Regina, Mike 77 Riggs, David 59 Riggs, Susan 10,42, 71 Rotunno, Flossie 35 Ruddick, Lance 59 Russell, Regina 66, 87, 93 Russell, Tony 44,50,51, 78 Sanders, Debborah 74, 93 Sanders, Jeff 37 Schmidt, Bryan 37 Scramlin, Curt 25, 50, 70, 71, 73, 78 Sebring, Eric 42 Sebring, Tammie 59 Shattuck, Craig 90, 94 Shattuck, Emma 37 Shattuck, Laurie 37 Sheets, Kathy 83, 94 Sheets, Lorraine 37, 70 Sheldon, Jaimmic 10, 59, 65 Sherman, Anita 8, 17, 35,48 Shine, Carol 59, 61 Shively, Steven 18, 25, 26 Showers, Brad 11,25,59,69,71 Showers, Kathy 16,37,49, 70 Shutcs, Mike 35 Silvers, Bill 35 Silvers, Don 66, 78 Skirvin, Jackie 38, 42, 49, 71 Smith, Cindy 8. 17, 35 Snyder, David 37,46,47, 70 Snyder, Eric 37,46 Snyder, Fred 35, 47 Snyder, Matt 25, 53, 60, 70 Snyder, Peggy, 7, 22, 28, 38,42,45,48, 49,69,71 Snyder, Penny 6, 68, 71, 74, 77, 78 Snyder, Robert 25, 70, 53 Solomonson, James 78 Stacy, Candy 42, 71 Stratton, Laurie 10, 71,73, 78, 79 Sumner, Lisa 10,42 Sumner, Warren 35,47 Swan, Howard 23, 25, 81, 89, 93, 94 Swinson, John 60 Swinson, May 35 Swinson, Russell 42 Swisher, Mary 37 Swisher, Sharon 37 Swisher, Susan 35 Switzer, Debbie 60 Talkowski, Debbie 35 Tcegardin, Bill 60 Teegardin, Brad 37,46 Teegardin, Rusty 50, 93, 94 Throop, Annette 60, 71, 73 Throop, Bryan 17, 9, 70, 71, 74, 82, 93, 94 Throop, Jeff 18, 25, 70, 71, 74, 95 Throop, Tyler 4, 16, 17, 22,52,53,45, 62.70,71,95 Thrush, Eric 42, 70 Trayer, Carla 29, 73, 77, 78 Trayer, Charles 79 Trayer, Kelly 42,49, 71 Trayer, Rolla 5,45,49, 60,61,69, 71 Trumpour, Raymond 42 Tugan, Linda 42, 71 Tugan, Virginia 64, 74,96 Underwood, Larry 71, 96 VanGheluwe, Linda 6, 8, 10, 18, 22, 29, 31,64,65,68, 73,87,90, 93,96 VanNatter, James 25 Van Oljen, Marijke 64, 74, 96 Vaughn, Doug 79 Vaughn, Greg 25,42, 71 Vaughn,Jane 35 Vaughn, Julie 96 Vusich, Matt 25,42, 71 Vusich, Karen 9, 18, 29, 48. 49, 74, 88, 96 Wadle, Kevin 25,40,51,69 Wadlc, Melinda 79 Waldron. Brian 11, 71, 72, 73, 87, 90, 97 Waldron, Sherry 97 Walker, David 66, 79 Walker, Nancy 64, 71, 79 Walker, Wendy 16, 37, 49, 70 Walker, William 60 Watson, Heather 22, 28, 40, 48,49, 60, 68 Watson, Tonyia 10, 94, 97 Webster, Betty 6, 65, 79 Webster, Dick 9, 17, 50, 51, 60 Wheeler, Diana 40 Wheeler, Paul 42,43, 70 Williams, Annette 10, 71, 73, 79 Wilson, Bruce 43 Wilson, Jamie 35,47 Wing, Cynthia 43, 71 Wing, Duane 79 Wing, Linda 60,61,66 Wing, Martha 10, 11,43, 71 Wing, Rhonda 66, 97 Wing, Walt 12 Wolfgang, James 19, 25,43, 46, 70 Wolfgang, Larry 79 Wood, Jack 52, 53, 72 Wood, Judy 10 Wood, Mary 10,60,61 Woodrow, Gary 79 Woodrow, Karen 89, 90, 97 Woodrow, Larry 43, 71 Woodrow, Rex 60 Workman, MicheUe 48, 68, 75, 78. 79 Worth, Ralph 75 Wright, DeeAnn 28, 60, 62, 65, 69, 71 Wrisley, Kurt 42 Zugaro, Guido 44, 74, 97 Oi fre.ntietmibte Everything has to begin somewhere. This year the Wolverine started out with nothing and slowly, day by day the pages began to fold together into the formation of a very special yearbook for the class of ’79. I hope that every time you look through this year- book, you will be able to reflect back and relive the year and remember it as it was. As editor of this yearbook 1 would like to express my thanks to the entire yearbook staff for the many long hours and hard work that made this yearbook a great success. 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