West View High School - Westvian Yearbook (West View, PA)

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DONALD A. BAILEY-Don's one of our Brainy fellows. His good natured manner and friendly smile won ,him many friends. Those high tenor notes never worried Don. Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 45 Chorus l, 2, 3, 4, Speech Club l, 2, N. F. L. l, 2, 3, 4. MARION BAILEY--Pretty, petite Marion was just as sweet as she looked. Dancing, swimming, and college men rated tops with her. Marion will be a welcome addition to an office. sigma Phi sigma 3, 4, anis Bowling Club. 3. ' VIRGINIA BARKER-Pert, lively and lovely, that's our Ginny. Her smile and giggle are just two of her many traits. Ginny's well on her way to becoming a skater in the Ice Capadesf' Cheerleading 3, F. B. L. A. 37 Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, Y-Teens 2, Girls Bowling Club 35 F. H. A. 3, West Wind 4. KENNETH HAROLD BARNHART-Kenny was seen but not heard until his senior year. His dark hair and friendly manner made him a favorite with all his classmates. Sorry girls, he's not interested. ROSE MARIE BATISTA-Sparkling grin, twinkling brown eyes, and a big sense of humor made Rosie a favorite with all of us. Many classes were sent into an uproar by her witty remarks. JAMES L. BEARDSMORE-Have any problems? Take them to Jim because he's going to be a psychologist. One of our loyal izhorus members, any classroom he entered was bound to be ively. ' Chorus 3, 4, Speech Club 4: West Wind 3, 47 Wrestling Manager 4. GRACE BECK-Grace was certainly one of the most easy-going gals in the class. Above all others, she looked forward to Science Class. Felling the duck pins proved to be her favorite pastime. Girls Chorus l, 27 Girls Bowling Club 3, 4. ROBERT BECK-You could bet on Beck for that sure-fast dribble down the floor at a Junior Varsity game. Shy with the gals, Bob was a bit different after school when he whipped around corners behind the wheel of that yellow convertible. Basketball 1, 2, H1-Y 4. DON BEISECKER-Perry's loss was West View's gain in Don's senior year. He immediately became an indispensable member of the gang and the object of many a lassie's affections. Debate 4, Senior Executive Council 4. JOAN BENBOW- Neat as a pin and as pleasant as they come was our Joan. She had a host of friends but the most reliable companion was Bill. An industrious commercial student, she hopes to be a secretary. Sigma Phi Sigma 4, Westvian 4, Y-Teens 47 Girls Bowling Club 3, F. H. A. 47 West Wind 4. BERTHA MARIE BERAN-Friendly Bertha's beautiful soprano voice was a welcome addition to the chorus for four years. She soon will grace some lucky manfs office as a secretary. Chorus l, 2, 3, 47 G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 47 Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4: Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 4, Westvian 4. MARY LOU BIEHL-Long, dark hair, sparkling blue eyes and a friendly smile describe Mary Lou perfectly. Her main in- terest is sewing, which accounts for her many stylish clothes. We feel sure that her future will be rosy. Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 4, Girls Bowling Club 4, Girls Chorus 37 Y-Teens 4. 21

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SENIURS SAMUEL W. ABERNATHY-What would we have done with- out our drummer boy to keep the band in step? He always had a joke handy whenever the occasion called for it. Sam was known by his cheery smile. Band l, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 3. LOIS CLAIRE ALEXANDER-When pleasant personalities were handed out, Lois received the cream of the crop. An original member of our first driving class, she accomplished the new and daring feat of driving into a gasoline station at 30 m. p. h. Nothing to it! PATRICIA LUELLA ALSTON-Contrary to tradition, Pat proved that red hair and red clothing do look well together. She was really wrapped up in Speech and Debate Work. Her keen mind will take her far. N. F. L. 2, 3, 4, Speech Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3, 4: Iunior Class play 35 F. H. A. 2, West Wind 2, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 45 Westvian 4. ALICE ANDERSON-This friendly gal could usually be found in the Home Economics room working on her hobby of sewing. Ambition? To become an accountant or a seamstress. Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 47 Westvian 47 West Wind 47 Exchange Editor 4. ROBERT ANDERSON-We'll always remember Andy for the wonderful jobs he did on the gridiron, wrestling mat, and baseball diamond. His favorite class was any class in which he could get 't40,' winks of sleep. Football 2, 3, 4, Wrestling 3, 4, Baseball 3, 4, Chorus 1, Varsity Club 4. CLARA ARMSTRONG-Clara was always found smiling or blushing a vivid shade of red. Her pleasing personality is one of her assets. She's bound to succeed as a model or a secretary, whichever she chooses. Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 45 Y-Teens 3, 41 Westvian 45 West Zephyr lp Chorus lp Girls Chorus 2, 3, Girls Bowling Club 4. GLORIA ARNOLD-Gloria was a rooter for all types of sports. Visions of working for the Bell Telephone Company loomed in her mind. She could enjoy her favorite entertainment by merely turning on the radio. Girls Bowling Club 4, F. H. A. 4. ROBERT L. ATKISON-Bob's Flashy yellow sweater with the Varsity letter in front certainly caught our eye. He was one of our loyal members of the band as well as a crack second baseman on West View's baseball team. Baseball 2, 3, 47 Band l, 2, 3, 47 Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. 20

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MARY LOUISE BLATTNER-It was a happy day for us when Mary Lou came back to West View. We'll remember her sincere friendliness and bright smile. A successful future can be forecast for this steadfast stu- dent. Chorus 4g Sigma Phi Sigma 4. JOAN BLIND-Joan's witty cracks and in- nocent big brown eyes provided many gay moments. Her up-to-the-minute Wardrobe was the envy of every gal, especially because she makes all her clothes. To be a fashion designer is her goal. Chorus 4. JULIAN BOFFO-'tBuff' was one of the best liked fellows in the class of H49' because he always had a cheery hello for everyone. He was another of our enthusiastic football players. We're sure fame will come Buffs way as a commercial artist. Football 3, 4, Chorus ly Hi-Y 4. PAUL BOKISH- Boke hailed from enemy territory, Bellevue, but remained forever true to the rose and gold. A great future in the art world is predicted for him by his many friends. ANTHONY BONANT-Every school morning Sam trudged up Highland Avenue instead of down, for he was one of the lucky fellows to take shop. During study halls he was usu- ally book-worming through a mechanic's book. Football 3. MARTHA J. BORN-Martha's short walk to school was envied by all. Packed full of fun and frolic, she helped dispel the gloom of many situations. The Romans was her fa- vorite haunt where she was usually seen with Ginny. Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, Library Club l, 2, 3, 45 Speech Club lp Chorus 2, 3, 47 G. A. A. 15 Girls Bowling Club 3: F. B. L. A. 3, West Wand 2, 4. WADE D. BRUNKO-Many a gal wished that they had Wade's blond hair. Those sharp sports clothes certainly were another asset. Chemistry, however, interested Wade much more than the girls. Rifle Club 3, 4. JEANNE BRUNN-You could usually find Jeanne with her nose buried in the newest book or novel. Fond of exercising her vocal chords, she found the girls chorus to her liking. Library Club 2, Girls Chorus 2, 3, 4: Mixed Chorus 3. JEAN BULNA-In gym class and G. A. A. everyone wanted Jean on their side. This pert little miss just bubbled over with mirth and pep. In her spare time you could find her listening to music. G. A. A. 3, 47 Vlestvian 4. MARY G. CALLAHAN-Now here's a classy little lass if there ever was one. Her ability to draw attention as well as fashions will no doubt take her far in the designing world. Art Club 3, 4, West Wind 45 Sigma Phi Sigma 47 Speech ciub 4.