Wachusett Regional High School - Wachusett Yearbook (Holden, MA)

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PAUL JOSEPH FLANAGAN He ' s a regular guy, why say more? Paul is one of the Sterlingites. Sin-ere, yet fun-loving, he has won ccntless friends from all the towns. There ore many fine qualities beneath that lovely blush. Hard work and love for sports round him out to be one swell person. Basketball 2, 3, 4; French Club 4; Intramural Basketball 3, 4; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Intramural Football 1; Romanum Forum 2. DAVID ERIC FUNK Good nature brings many friends. Dave is another of ' 58 ' s blushers. Just one word is enorgh to turn him scarlet. A friend to many, especially the girls, he ' s known for his cheerful ways. We are sure his lightheartedness will safely take him through a career in the service. Intramural Club 2, 3, 4. DIANNE ELIZABETH FORRESTER She seems quiet, but you ' d be surprised. An enigmatic, thoughtful look may mislead you to believe that Dianne is the quiet type. But wait a minute and she ' s bright, cheery, and energetic again. With a mischievous gleam in her eye and match-making for a hobby, she is sure to succeed in life. Field Hockey 3, (manager 4); Football Concess ' on Committee 4; Fren ' h Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Roll 2, 3; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Jun : or Play (stage manager) 3; Pep Squad 2; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Willard Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. JUDITH EVELYN GIBSON Dancing eyes and dancing feet, a combination that ' s hard to beat. One can often hear Gibbie ' s giggles resounding through the halls of Wachusett. Her sunny disposition brightens up the dullest days. She is short and sweet and cute and neat—always has something to talk about. We all know Judy ' s future students will be lucky to have a teacher like her. Field Hockey 4; Football Refreshment Stand 4; Intramural Basketball Champion Team 3; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Monitor 3; Pep Squad 2; Senior Play 4; Student Council 4; Willard Club 3, 4. ROBERT HENRY GORETTI A joke, a laugh, and a sincere heart. If you walk into a class that is in hysterics, chances are you ' ll find Bob in the midst of it. He ' s made many a dull class bright again with one of his witty remarks, or insistent arguments. We all hope his professors at Tech take it as well as Wachusett ' s teachers have. Football 2; Honor Roll 1, 3; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Softball 2; Intramural Volleyball 3; Physics Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. ALAN MONROE GORMLY To live long, it is necessary to live slowly. This happy-go-lucky fellow is well known to all of us. His quick smile and pleasant personality are a familiar sight. With college in his future, we wish him the best of luck. Monitor 4; Yearbook Staff 4. KATHLEEN GOWELL It is a friendly heart that has many friends. Kathie is known for her cordiality to everyone. Jovial, fun-loving, generous, and warm¬ hearted, she is an example of the well-integrated personality. She has a lovely singing voice and we know she will succeed in a business career and in reaching her ultimate goal, radio. Bank Teller 1, 2, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Drama Festival (Stag e Manager) 3; Future Home¬ makers of America 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Intramural Club 1; Junior Red Cross 1; Senior Play Cast 4; Thespian Society 3, 4. SUSAN GRAHAM Quiet with a pleasant smile. Sue ' s cheerful smile and her quiet way are known to everyone. One of our busiest girls, she always has much to do and it is all done well. With her readiness to help out at all times, her future as a teacher is insured. Bank teller 1, 2; Basketball Manager 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3; French Club 2, 3, 4- Future Homemakers of America 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Honor Roll 3; Intramural Club 2, 3; Monitor 3, 4; Office Helper 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Willard Club 3, 4.

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PETER DAVIS Dimples in his chin, devil within. Pete is that good-looking fellow who seems rather shy, but he can be full of mischief when he is in the mood. The outdoor type, Pete enjoys swimmirtg and boating. May great success be his at college. Holden High School 1; Intramural Club 3; Junior Cabinet 3. ROBERT ALVIN DAVIS Sighed and looked, and sighed again. Who ' s that cute redhead? That ' s our boy. Bob. His quiet wit and lively personality nave mad e him well liked. We know that in the Marine Corps, college, and whatever profession he decides upon his personality and willingness to help will be two of his greatest assets. French Club 4; Intramural Club 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3; Intramural Football 2, 3, 4; Intramural Volleyball 3; Intramural Softball 2; Junior Cabinet 3; Senior Cabinet 4; Senior Prom Committee 4; Track 3. JUDITH ANN DESROSIERS Laugh and the world laughs with you. A giggle resounding through the hall and everyone knows Judy ' s around. With her sense of humor and good nature, she has cheered many of us in the past four years. She has a keen interest in horses and is quite an artist. Her weakness, missing school busses; her excuse, forgetting her lunch. Pep Squad 2; Senior Play 4; Yearbook Staff 4. ROBERT PAUL DONAHUE He may not convince you, but he argues on. Musical, full of fun. Bob is one of our Senior comedians. None of us will forget the excellent job he has done as band leader. He plans to enter college next fall and major in business administration. A diligent worker, his future will certainly be bright. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 (secretary-treasurer 2, president 4); Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Christmas Play 1, 2, 3, 4; Echo Staff 1; French Club 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Football 3; Junior Play 3; Junior Prom Committee 3; Senior Prom Committee 4; Senior Talent Show 1, 2; Student Council 2. BERNARD DOUGLAS All musical people seem to be happy. There ' s Bernie, tapping the floor with his shining slippers. Everyone knows Bernie for his ability to dance. Along with his happy-go-lucky ways, Bernie will be remembered for his many performances on the stage. Always going around with a friendly word, he will be greatly missed next year. Band 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 4; Glee Club 3, 4; Intramural Club 1, 2, 3, 4. LESLIE ALAN DOWNER Worry and I have never met. Les likes sports, particularly hunting. Besides his activity on the track team, he enjoys eating, but keeps his figure. We all wish for him good fortune as a future farmer. Future Farmers of America 2, 3, 4; Library Club 3; Track 3, 4. SANDRA JUNE ERICKSON A maiden friendly and self-possessed, attractive, poised and trimly dressed. Quiet, usually, she is a true friend. Her warm personality and winning smile will see her easily over life ' s long road. Future Homemakers of America 4; Library Club 2; Majorettes 4; Pep Squad 2. PATRICIA ANN FISKE Music in her heart and mischief in her eye. Although Pat appears quiet on the surfoce, her gaiety and amiability are familiar to those who know her well. Her sweet smile and bubbling personality are loved by all. Pat ' s future includes plans for a secretarial career and she is sure to achieve her goal. Honor Roll 1, 2, 3; National Honor Society 3, 4.

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DEAN RANDALL GRAINGER A gentleman makes no noise. Randy is a good student, yet with his quiet manner you seldom know he ' s around. He ' s aspiring to be a doctor, and with these tools, we are sure he ' ll be a fine one. Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Intramural Football 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN MARTIN GRANDIN Men are judged by their actions but not by their words. Johnny may seem quiet and unassuming, but beneath his charming exterior lies a little mischief. He is good natured and has the ability to get along with others. An ambitious guy with a pleasant personality, John will surely be a success in college. Class Colors Committee 4; Intramural Basketball 2; Intramural Volleyball 1, 2, 3; Monitor 4; Physics Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. BARBARA GREEN The only way to have a friend is to be one. Her pleasant and airy conversation has made her well-liked by everyone. Her flirtatious personality and her winning smile are just two of Barbs ' assets. This attentive, vivacious, red-headed cheerleader has certainly kept up the school spirit. She also enjoys many sports outside of school, such as swimming, skating, and skiing. We are sure these four years will bud out into a bright future as a secretary for Barbs. Cheerleader 4; Girls ' Intramural Club 3, 4; Spanish Club 3. ELIZABETH ANN GUSTAFSON A cheerful disposition is a gift of the gods. Liz will always be recognized for her ready smile when spoken to and her ready blush when teased. Her love of a rip-roaring discussion in class will long be remembered by her classmates. Echo Staff 4; French Club 3, 4; Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Club 2, 4; Monitor 4; National Honor Society 2, 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Willard Club 4; Yearbook Staff 4. PAUL RICHARD HAGUE Deeds, not words. Paul came to Wachusett after two years at North in Worcester. Since then he has been helpful in many activities. He is hoping that his interest in the Chemistry Club will lead to an occupation. North High School (Worcester) 1, 2; Chemistry Club 4; Intramural Volleyball 3; Monitor 4; Senior Play 4. HOWARD ARTHUR HAMMOND Quiet paths are mine. Howie is not one of our loud Seniors. However, those who know him best recognize a fun-loving nature and sense of humor. Among his many interests are raising pigeons and tinkering with cars. The future is sure to hold happiness for a boy of his qualities. JOSEPHINE VIOLA HANEY She lives in peace with all mankind. I heard a laugh, I saw a crow, who did I find? No one but Jo. Friendship seems to be her companion, as she is everyone ' s pal. Making friends is easy, but keeping them is a virtue. Her pleasing nature and jovial smile are assets everyone desires. Intramural Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Romanum Forum 1, 2; Monitor 3, 4; Senior Play; Spanish Club 3, 4; Yearbook Staff 4; Willard Club 4. LILLIAN GERTRUDE HASKINS Friendship! mysterious cement of the soul! Sweetener of life! and solder of society! Lilly, who is friendly and amiable, makes the sad heart gay by a friendly smile and a few kind words. What a friendly person like her can do for a depressed fellow student is a wonder. We hope luck will be on her side in whatever she does. 19