Wethersfield High School - Elm Yearbook (Wethersfield, CT)

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DENISE CLAIRE EISENHAUER My heart ir whole,' my fancy free, Go 'way little trouhler, don't hother me. Dece . . . sparkling blue eyes . . . freckles which signify mischief . . . Zeek!!! . . . a cheerful smile for everyone . . . sincere friend . . . neat dresser . . . flying a plane leads her list of hobbies . . . future stewardess . . . also enjoys boating, skiing and architecture . . . headed for the University of Miami and certain success. Youth 3: Recreation Council 45 Elm Staff 45 Traffic Squad 4. BEVERLY MARGARET EKMAN Youth ir full of plearuref' Bev . . . easy-going . . . quiet . . . good sense of humor known more by her friends . . . loves winter sports, and yet she enjoys swimming also . . . never bothered by studies . . . agreeable and friendly . . . plans to be a secretary after graduation. BARBARA HOPE ELDER Life ir hut play. Barb . . . tall . . . long brown hair . . . loves ice skating and swimming . . . seldom seen without Addy . . . never silent for a long time . . . plans to be a medical secre- tary. Tennis Tournament 35 Latin Club 45 Senior Play Usher 45 Recrea- tion Council 4. PATRICIA M. FAGAN 1ndeed a friend ir never known till a man have need of one. Pat . . . cheerful friend . . . very pleasant to be with . . . always hurrying and on the go . . . mixes fun and work very successfully . . . sincere and warm personality . . . enjoys many various pastimes . . . future college student. Latin Club 25 Foreign Policy Club 45 Elm StaE 4. GEORGE F. FAY, JR. I take my fun where I find it. George . . . has added much to the class in his two years at W.H.S .... well liked by all, especially the opposite sex . . . lover of football . . . has an eye for clothes, jazz, and women . . . often seen exer- cising his Ford . . . fun-loving ways , . . cool man on the dance floor . . . his personality will carry him far . . . good luck in the field of dentistry. Youth Government 3: Basketball 3: Traffic Squad 4. JOSEPH FERNANDEZ He that it of a merry heart hath a continual feast. Joe . . . class track star, he really can move! . . . sin- cere friend . . . always with a broad smile and a warm heart . . . enjoys sports, es- pecially flshing, running, ski- ing and skating . . . Good luck, Joe! Track 2, 3, 45 Cross Country Team 45 Class Soccer 3, 4. RICHARD THOMAS FIPPINGER One who maker hir com- panions laugh, deterver happinerrf' Fip . . . fun loving and quiet??? . . . enjoys skiing and cars . , . his cheerful ways have won him many friends . . . never a dull moment when Fip's around . . . Hey, Fip! got room for one more? . . . noted for his careful driv- ing? . . . his future plans are to attend college . . . suc- cess is yours, Fipl Recreation Council 2, 3. 45 Co- Chairman 45 Student Council 45 Class Soccer 2, 35 Co-Captain 45 Class Basketball 2, 35 Senior Play Cast 45 Musical 35 Choir 3, 45 Elm Staff 45 J, V, Baseball 2, 35 All-State Chorus 45 Student Gov- ernment 35 Ski Trip Chairman 3. FRANK FONTANA, JR. We think a happy life con- .tirtr in tranquility of mind. Montana . . . quiet . . . care- free ways . . . neat looking, curly black hair . . . farmer . . . enjoys outdoor activities . . . capable ,student . . . friendly manner . . . enjoys reading . . . plans to join service or enter college . . . in whatever he does, he shall be a success!

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MARILYN LUCILLE DELLA ROCCO What is greater than the willingness and the desire to please? Marilyn . . . sincere and hon- est . . . hard and dependable worker . . . friendly . . . a pleasant smile for all . . . sparkling dark eyes with sweeping lashes . . . extreme- ly neat . . . tries to please . . . loves to get silly . . . conscientious . . . a quiet ex- terior that hides a fun loving nature . . . deserves the best . . . plans to become a secre- tary, Senior Play Production Staff 4, Elm Staff 4: Elm Leaves Staff 4. LORETTA THERESA DE MAURO Happiness is where you had it. Lori . . . friendly . . . wor- ries littleg takes life as it comes . . . enjoys sewing . . . bowls quite a bit . . . stands by her reasoning . . . seeks happiness and usually finds it . . . marriage will be her ca- reer. Band 2. 3, 43 Choir 4. DANIEL J. D'ESOPO Fun loues me and I love fun. Dan . . . a finger in every pie . . . happy-go-lucky na- ture . . . possesses many friends . . . drummin' man . . . always looking for a good time . . . carefree . . . an ever present grin . , . ardent jazz fiend . . . headed for the Army . . . good luck! High School Band 2, 3. 4. NANCY E. DETWEILER Softly speak and sweetly smile. Nanc . . . warm, friendly smile . . . delicate voice , . . tall and demure . . . conscientious worker . . . neat as a pin . . , sincere . . . clear thinker . . . efficient . , . always will- ing to lend a helping hand . . . enjoys swimming . . . bound to make a success of teaching. Leaders Club 3: Class Night Usher 59 Graduation Usher 33 Recreation Council 2, 33 Sophomore I-lop Committee 23 Junior Prom Com- mittee 33 Senior Play Production Staff 43 Elm Staff 43 Foreign Pol- icy Club 43 Cashier 4. ANGELO JOHN DiBATTISTA, JR. You ran? keep a good man down. Ang . . - sincere . . . loves sports . . . has many friends, because he is a friend . . , reserved . . . terrific soccer player . . . a great goalie . . . known for his good disposi- tion . , . believes in having a good time with the guys , . . .plans to enter the Active Re- serve. ,lunior Varsity 23 Varsity Baseball 71, 43 Varsity Soccer 43 Intramural Soccer 2, 3: Intramural Basketball Z, 3: Senior Plays Production Staff JOHN DONAGHUE His own especial pleasure attracts each one. Jack . . . liked by all . . . has an entertaining sense of humor . . . tasteful dresser . . . a mad scientist in chem. lab .... top notch golf en- thusiast . . . aqua star . . . can be blamed for many of W.H.S.'s infamous sayings . . , believes in having a good tirne, but also conscientious in his studies. Latin Club 25 Co-Chairman Sopho- more Hop 23 Junior Prom Com- rmttee 3l Golf Team 2, 3, 43 Sen- ior Play Cast 43 Class Soccer 2, 3: Class Basketball 23 Elm Sports Editor 4: Youth Government 3: Student Council 3, WILLIAM DOUGHERTY Thoughts that breathe, and words that burn. Bill . . . tall, blond, and good looking . . . his remarks are classic . . . has an abund- ance of friends in both sexes . , . poetic . . . rather un- predictable , . . witty . . . clever . . . always looks for a good time, and usually finds it . . , oh, those shoulders! Varsity Tract 53 Class Teams 3, 4: Youth Government 3: Senior Play Cast 43 Graduation Usher 3. ALFRED DRIEU Take life too seriously and what is it worth? - Al . . . easy going . . . full of fun always ready to have a good time . . . sharp wit . . . neat dresser . . . watch out for those dark, sparkling eyes . . . black, curly hair en- vied by many . . . possesses many friends.

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JEAN LOUISE FORD None know her hut to love her, None name her hut to praise 'her. Jeanne . . . possesses a truly pleasing personality . . . a willing worker . . . has such a 'friendly smile . . . honor student . . . a really sincere friend . . . ardent Red Sox fan . . . devotes many long hours to church work . . . Wa-a-ait a minute . . . She appears to be quiet, but watch the twinkle in those eyes . . . has what it takes to make a fine Elementary School teach- er! Latin Club 25 Girls' Choir 3, 45 Foreign Policy Club 3. 4-Secre- tary 3-President 45 WHS Dele- gate to UN 35 National Honor Society' 3. 45 Youth Government 35 Baccalaureate Usher 3: Class Night Usher 3: Dramatic Club 3, 4-Vice President 45 Merit Schol- arship Competitor 45 Senior Play gast 45 Elm Staff 45 Opetetta Staff ROBERT GIBB He looks on life with quiet eyes. Bob.. . quiet ...seen a lot with the underclassmen . . . has a yen for collecting records . . . also possesses a bit of wit expressed mostly to his close friends . . . a loyal friend . . . his future plans are to attend Hillyer College . . . best of luck in the future, Bob! DAVID GILBERT There is no greater everyday virtue than eheerfulnessf' Dave . . . friendly as the day is long . . . a loyal pal . .. earnest and sincere in his un- dertakings . . . always has something to do . . . a shy smile and a warm heart , . . always ready for horseplay . . . thoughtful and considerate to all . . . plans to join the Navy after graduation. SALVATORE A. GIONFRIDDO He that walketh sincerely, walheth confidently. Sal . . . quiet in bearing, but a true friend . . . very sin- cere . . . unpretentious with great abilities . . . serious minded, but very likeable . . . has plans for college . . . an excellent student . . . will surely find success in any en- deavor. Latin Club 25 Elm Leaves 3, 45 Advertising Manager of Elm Leaves 45 Foreign Policy Club 3. 45 Elm Literary Staff 45 Senior Plays Production Staff 45 Baccalau- geate Usher 35 Class Night Usher MALVIN GOLDBERG Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Buddy . . . our dynamic Senior Class President . . . a real flash around the school . . . a good worker . . . a driving force behind all his under- takings . . . a tremendous dancer . . . likes modern jazz and Rock 'n Roll . . . hopes to be a child psycholo- gist or designer . . . has the admiration of all classmates . . . The best of luck to you, Bud! Student Council 2, 3, 45 Ex. Bd. 45 junior Prom Committee 35 Chief, Traflic Squad 45 Boy's State 3: Court Cilester, Junior Prom 35 Elm Art. E itor 45 Class President 45 Chairman Fiesta 45 Youth Gov. 3. MARILYN E. GOMETZ Knowledge is Power Lynn . . . an honor student . . . ambitious and efficient . . . congenial to all . . . pos- sesses a heart of gold . . . dig- nified . . . willing to lend a helping hand . . . always re- liable . . . bound to be a suc- cess in college. Choir 2, 3, 45 Glee Club 25 Dra- matic Club 2, 3, 45 Program Chair- man 3, 45 Foriign Policy Club 3. 45 Secretary 45 ational Honor So- ciety 3, 45 Operetta 2, 35 Traffic Squad 45 All-State Chorus 4: Grad- uation and Class Night Usher 3: Elm Staff Co-chairman 45 Student Council Alt. 25 Girls' Sports 3, 45 Latin Club 35 Make-Up Club 25 Natfl Thespian Society Secretary 3. 45 Senior Play Cast 45 Merit Schol- arship Competitor 45 W.H.S. Dele- gate3to U.N. 35 Jr. Prom Commit- tee . JUDITH GOODELL If I can't find fun, 1'll make rome, Prudy . . . long time cheer- leader and boy fascinator . . . a saying for everything . . . eye for goodies, parties and Bermudas . . . explosive per- sonality . . . a natural, un- pretentious manner . . . Oh well, I mean really , . . in- telligent and understanding . . . love of life, ability to make so-o-o many friends will bring her 'naught but happiness. Cheerleading 2, 3, 45 Class Treas- urer 25 Leaders' Club 35 Sopho- more Hop Committee 25 Junior Prom Committee 35 Youth Gov. 35 Foreign Policy Club 45 Elm Staff 45 Senior Play Cast 45 Senior Ball Committee Chairman 4. ROBERT OTTO GRABNER Come, give us a taste of your quality. Bob . . . or Rah to his close friends . . . active in sports, skiing and soccer being his favorites . . . ready and willing to laugh his well known boisterous laugh . . . a smart dresser, good looker, and good dancer . . . plans for college and the service ahead . . . we're sure he'll succeed in anything he at- tempts. Varsity Soccer 2, 3, 45 Varsity Track 2, 3, 45 Student Council 2, 3, 45 Fire Squad 3, 45 Slide Rule Club 35 Sophomore Hop Committee 3: Traffic Squad 45 Graduation Usher 35 Co-chairman of Graduation 4.