West Boylston High School - Lions Roar Yearbook (West Boylston, MA)

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JUDITH ANN RAMSTROM Business Judy She liked to like people,- Therefore people liked her. Versatile and hard-working are only a few of the adjectives that describe Judy. Her position as class secretary and her participation in sports and other school affairs have made her friends with all. Judy is sure to be a success in the business field. Basketball 10, 11, 12; Dramatics 9, 10, 11; Yearbook Staff 12; Webo 10, 11, 12; Secretary 9, 10, 11, 12; Honor Society 11, 12; Library Club 9, 10, 1 1; Intramurals 9, 10. HOWARD BERTH ROTTI College “Howie One never loseth by doing a good turn. Howie is an athletic member of the senior class. He has been a star member of the cross-country team, and has played other sports. He ' s quiet, neat, and friendly with everyone. Good luck and success in the future. Basketball 11, 12; Baseball 10; Cross Country 11, 12; Intramurals 10, 11; Class Committees 10, 11, 12; Varsity Club 11, 12; Junior Deacon of the First Congregational Church of West Boylston. Mr. Cogswell produces another safe driver. LORRAINE JEAN SARDAGNOLA 1 Business “Lori ' ' Dimples in her chin , devil within. Lorraine has shown us that a little, harmless mis- ! chief at the right time has never hurt anyone. Her with and humor shine all during the day, as she I shows herself to be a willing worker. The Class of J ’61 wishes her the best of luck in her chosen field. Burncoat Junior High 9; Chorus 9; Webo 12; Christ- mas Ball Committee 12; Senior Play 12; CYC 10. EDWARD HAMILTON SCALES General “Ed Better is a man of humble standing who works for himself. Ed, who enjoys the outdoors, is an expert in woods- manship. He has always been a quiet boy, but those people who are acquainted with him know his love of fun. As soon as you meet him, the most apparent feature is a merry twinkle in his eye. Senior Play 12. MABEL LUCY SCRIMGEOUR Business A pleasant mixture of pleasantness and sincerity. Although Mabel is a very quiet girl, she has an enormous heart. Mabel is the kind of person who constantly wishes to help people. She is always willing to listen to problems and does her best to solve them. There are many people who are indebted to her for her help. Dramatics 9, 11. 25

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A word of guidance from Mr. Lepore. PATRICIA WANDA POPKO Business “Pot’ A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. Friendly, polite, and courteous best describe Pat. She always has a smile and a good word for everyone. Pat is a hard worker and the Class of ' 61 is sure that she will succeed in what- ever she sets out to do. Intramurals 10; Dramatics 11, 12; Class Committees 9; Chorus 9, 10, 11 , 12 . EUGENE NICHOLAS PRATILLO Business “You will always find him willing and good-natured too. Eugene’s participation and help in class projects have made him a well- liked member of the senior class. He plans to go into the field of ac- counting. The senior class wishes him the best of luck in his future endeav- ors. Intramurals 9; Graphic Arts Club 11, 12; Senior Play 12. NANCY ELEANOR PRESCOTT General “Nan’ ' Nature has given to us one tongue, but two ears, that we may hear twice as much as we speak. Nancy is one of our quieter members whose help can always be relied upon. She seldom, if ever, tries to compete with classmates by raising her voice. Nancy has a pleasant disposition which will win her many friends. Webo 12; Senior Play 12. RICHARD PRIESTLEY General , ' Dick“ A good nature and a smile last a long while. Upon graduation, West Boylston will lose one of its star basketball players. Dick is busy as class treasurer, and also participates in other school ac- tivities. In his four years, he has made many friends. Good luck from the Class of 1961. Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 10, 12; Cross Country 12; Intramurals 9, 10, 11, 12; Student Council 10; Treasurer 12; Varsity Club 10, 11, 12. WILLIAM QUIST General ‘‘Billy ’ Live while you may. A good-natured, fun-loving individual is Bill Quist. His ability to make everyone laugh will long be remembered. He also participated in sports and other school functions. The senior class knows he will find success in his future career. Basketball 9, 10, 11, 12; Baseball 11, 12; In- tramurals 9, 10, 11, 12; Varsity Club 11, 12; Dra- matics 11, 12; Audio-Visual Club 9; Senior Play 12. 24

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JOAN CAROL SHUSTA College “Shu-Shu Amiability , o cheerful smile, a kind heart, a friend worthwhile. When you first meet Joan, you are immediately struck by her quietness, but under this calm exterior is a fun- loving, cheerful companion. Sincerity, originality, an appreciative sense of humor, and consideration for others are some of her outstanding qualities. These traits, coupled with an enviable scholastic record, insure success in her future endeavors. Language Club 9, 10, 11, 12; Dra- matics 10, 11, 12; Debating Club 11, 12 (Treasurer); Honor Society 11, 12; Yearbook Staff 12; Webo 9; Sen- ior Play 12. Mrs. Myrick supervises typing performance of senior girls. 4 % ROBERT FRANK SMITH General A friend to everyone around him. Bob is known for his easily-induced laugh. He is a good conversationalist, a dancer of no mean ability, and an authority on cars. His interest in ath- letics is keen, and he will talk for hours on football or the World Series. Baseball 10, 12; Cross Country 11, 12; Intramurals 9, 10, 11, 12; Webo 11; Varsity Club 10, 11, 12; Audio- Visual Club 9, 10. LINDA WALLIS STEWART College Sanka Full of pep, full of fun, a laugh and a smile for everyone. Linda has been known as “Sanka since Freshman Algebra. A peppy, vivacious, quick-smiling girl, she is the perfect cheerleader, full of life and enthus- iasm. She always has something friendly to say. Linda is a neat, original dresser, and she has very often started new fads. Softball 9; Dramatics 11, 12; Yearbook Staff 12; Treasurer 9; Class Committees 9, 10, 11, 12; Cheer- leading 10, 11 (Co-captain), 12 (Captain); Library Club 9, 10, 11; Senior Choir 11; Senior Girl Scouts; Senior Play 12; Sunday School Teacher; Member of Pilgrim Fellowship. ALEXANDER PAUL TAUTKAS Business “Al When done by him, it is done well. Al is our most talented artist, and he has been of inestimable service, everytime our class has needed art work done. Alex is also known among his class- mates for good taste in clothes. He is going into business, and the best wishes of everyone go with this wonderful fellow. Basketball 11; Intramurals 10, 11; Yearbook Staff 12; Class Committees 11; Senior Play 12. JOHN MILLER VICKERY College Self-confidence is the first requisite to great under . takings. John will long be remembered as captain of the school’s first undefeated, untied athletic team. He holds every individual cross country track record set by a Lion in the school ' s history to this date. John is also an outstanding student. He is considering an engineering career, perhaps in the military. Basketball 10, 11, 12; Baseball 11, 12; Cross Country 10, 11 (Captain), 12 (Captain); Dramatics 12; Yearbook Staff 12; Webo 10, 11, 12; Junior Prom Committee 11; Honor Society 11, 12; Magazine Drive Chairman 10, 11; Debating Club 11, 12; Language Club 9, 10, 11, 12; Library Club 9 (President), 10, 11, 12 (Vice-president); Varsity Club 10, 11, 12; Senior Play 12. 26