Wheeler High School - Wheelerite Yearbook (North Stonington, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1972 volume:

2 3 As we arc measured through these years, so do we also appraise those about us. Various facets of school life have found the quiet involvement of this man to be a steadying, dependable influence. Time dedicated to coaching Junior High Cross Country, chefing for the annual Homecoming, chaperoning for social and athletic events, assisting the l.eo Staff on advertising, all attesrto his sincere interest in youth. To you - Mr. Kerr - we dedicate our Leo, in the knowledge that succeeding classes will find your interest, enthusiasm, and spirit a stimulating example of commitment. Special Recognition The class of 1972 wishes to express our thanks and appreciation to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Blake, and Miss Armstrong for their concern, time, and patience which they have given us throughout the year. 5 Despite many obstacles and differences 1 feel our finished yearbook is by far the best yet produced for Wheeler High students and faculty. Hopefully it will preserve the memories of our Senior year for you. Ruth Copelin Editor-in-Chief 6 Leo Staff 1. Mrs. Williams 6. Alice Caswell 2. Ruth Copelin 7. Diane McCollough 3. Beth Kronk 8. Lori Host 4. Janice Goggin 9. Fran Holly 5. Pat Stokes 10. Gerry Ward 11. Janet Gardner 12. Connie Main 13. Ken Hvarre 14. Mark Buchholtz 15. Jane Pennington 16. Laurie Zukowski ) ’ V 17. Janice Bailey Faculty...............................................23 Senior................................................33 Organization..........................................15 Clubs.................................................81 Spring................................................91 Fall.................................................Ill Winter...............................................135 Ads..................................................155 For everything there is a season. and a time for every matter under heaven. II A time to be born, and a time to die; 12 a time to kill. 13 1 time to keep silence, and a time to speak; 15 A time to seek, and a time to lose; A time of war. and a time °f peace. 16 A dm inis trad o n North Stonington School Board Mr. Herbert Nickel, Chairman Mr, Raymond Colechia Mr, Robert West Mrs. Eleanor Johnson Mrs. Yvonne Crofts Mrs. Barbara Morgan Superintendent Kenneth Shaw Principal John Hanley 19 Guidance Counselors Mr. John Kenyon Mr. Donald Lonsway Wheeler s Secretaries Mrs. Anita Ames Mrs. Veronica Massey Mrs. Patricia Tennant 23 Industrial Arts Mr. Madden - I told you before not to do it that way! Domestic Mr. Whitten - If you could read my mind ... Mr. Aiello - Mrs. Banker - He's designing a house; mine. You call this a dress? 24 Mr. Kerr - This is a turtle - T-U-R-T-L-E. Science Physical Sciences Mr. Goldstein - I managed to trap the pesky paramecium. Mr. Stebbins - Would you believe my thumb is caught in the slide-rule? 25 Miss What do you mean my book's upside down? Mrs. Perry - Will these kids ever learn? Mathematics Mr. Hurd - 'YOUR ABSOLUTELY wrong! Miss Armstrong - That's one mistake . . . 26 Physical Education Mrs. Williams - Oh Boy! Who switched the Pepsi for the Bud? Mr. Brooder - You WHAT your pants? 27 28 Mrs. Robertson - Not this again. 29 Social Sciences Mi. Schofield - Days like this make me wonder. Mr. Coutsoubos - What’s this? A passing grade! ?!” Mr. Denison - Didn't anybody do their homework? Mr. Brann - Everyone's opinion is right, as long as it agrees with mine. 30 Mr. Blake - You want ME to balance YOUR books?! Mrs. Celico - Of course you have to type today! Business Mr. Zigaro - YOU DIDN'T!! did you? Mr. Gagne - La vin c'est bonne! 32 Seniors MICHAEL AHRENS JOHN JOSEPH ALBERT JOHN SAMUEL ANDERSON Mike You Sardine! John Goog Oh Yeah! John For-get it! ROBERT SHERWOOD APPLETON FAYLENE JUNE BAILEY JANICE HELEN BAILEY Bobby Fay” Frizzle Oh, Sugar!” I do NOT! 35 ERIC JAMES BLIVEN Eric . . . and like that. GLORIA JEAN BLIVEN Glo Oh, Gross!” Billy Forget it! WILLIAM ALLEN BILL JOANNE MARIE BRUNO MARK PAUL BUCHOLTZ ALICE MONTY CASWELL Mutha Bucky Alice” 37 DIANE MAIN CASWELL JERRY DEAN CHAPPELL Di Jeremiah Catfish Too bad. Get it? GEORGE EDWARD CHILDS Chi-Chi What the ? JAMES MICHAEL COMEAU Jim Hey, if you want to play, you've go to pay. GREGORY JOHN CONG DON RUTH ANNE COPELIN •Greg Bertha Hey now! Hey Y'all! 39 PATRICIA LYNN CRANDALL MICHAEL ALFRED CROFTS MICHAEL THOMAS EASTERLIN Nasty Pat Alias P. G. Croftsie Dillan Don't know, do I? I've been there. 40 EDWIN HAROLD FISH MICHAEL RICHARD FONNEMANN JUDITH MARIE FOSTER Eddie Mike Judy Looks like rain. Come on now! That’s unbelievable! JANET LOUISE GARDNER JAMES ALEXANDER GAVITT SUSAN BABCOCK GAVITT Janet Jim Sue SORRY! Hey Now! I can't hear you. 42 LAURA JEAN GENCARELLA JANICE RAY GOGGIN KEITH EDWARD GREENE Legs Janice Keith I don’t know! Might as well hang it up. 43 PENELOPE JOY GUTHRIE Penny What? 44 FRANCINE ANN HOLLY Fran Funderful. LORI JEAN HOST Motor Mouth I'm in a good mood today. THOMAS PAUL JENNERWEIN MARK ELIOT HOWARD KENNETH PAUL HVARRE Markus Harvey Jen I guess! You are nice !! Censored 45 BETH ANN KRONK MICHAEL LAWRENCE LEWIS DAVID ALAN LIMPERT Beth Big Lew Crockett What a hassle! Naw. What the 46 CONNIE IOLA MAIN DEBORAH LEE MAIN DAVID CHARLES MARSH Con Deb Marshmallow 47 Mac Cully Ruthie Let’s go have a cigarette. What a fool! Scott ... 48 KATHY ANN MINER MARY JANE MISKY SALLY ERNESTINE PALMER Kathie Mary Jane” Sal Shut up! You like it. 49 JANE ELIZABETH PENNINGTON MARTIN KEN SANDE Jane Marty What can I say? You Beggar! CAROL ANN SAVAGE Carol Oh, how stupid! RONALD EUGENE VEITCH Ron I'll be glad when I get out of here. PATRICIA ANN STOKES Chicken Will you help me? Carol Really? CAROL MARIE UMPHLETT GERALDINE M. WARD Gerry What?! JAMES LYMAN WHITING Senior - Junior Ain’t I? LAURIE BETH ZUKOWSKI Laurie I work at it. 52 Class Officers and Advisors President: James Comeau Vice-President: Gerry Ward Treasurer: Pat Stokes Secretary: Francine Holly MISS BERNICE ARMSTRONG MR. ARTHUR BLAKE 53 Senior Directory AHRENS, MICHAEL Recognition: Bombing around in my car Fascination: Fancy heating system Missed Most: Air conditioning Irritation: Sociology Ambition; To attend a technical college, preferably Thames Valley ALBERT, JOHN J. Basketball Manager 1,2,3,4 . . . Lion's Tale Sports Editor 3,4 . . . A.V. Club 4 . . . Future Teachers’ Club 2,3,4 . . . Rifle Club 1,2 . . . Tennis Club 3 Recognition: Nothing Fascination: Shop Missed Most: Nothing Irritation: R.E. Brann Ambition: The Merchant Marines ANDERSON, JOHN S. A.V. Club 1,2,3,4 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Walking the halls Fascination: Lunch time Missed Most: Warm classrooms in the winter time Irritation; Stuck-up people Ambition; Painting, and part time truck driver APPLETON, ROBERT S. J.V. Basketball 1,2 - Varsity 2,3,4 . . . Soccer 3.4 . . . Baseball 1,2,3,4 . . . Boys' Sports Club 1.2.3.4 ... Ski Club 2,3 . . . Student Council 2 Recognition: Sports Fascination: Lynda and Sports Missed Most; Car Irritation; People who gossip Ambition: Undecided BAILEY, FAYLENEJ. Chess and Checker's Club 2 . . . Lion's Tale 3, 4 . . . Drama Club 3 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition; Being short Fascination: My friends Missed Most: The Soda Room Irritation; People who judge you by the way you look Ambition; To find a job and go to work BAILEY, JANICE H. Girls' Basketball 3,4 . . . Future Teachers' Club 1.2.3.4 . . . Lion’s Tale 2,3 . . . Pep Squad 2 ... Ski Club 2,3,4 . . . Chorus 1,2,3,4 . . . Bridge Club 1 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . National Honor Society 4 . . . Girls' Sports Club 2, 3 . . . School Play 2 Recognition: Being late and talking fast Fascination: Playing cards in the soda room Missed Most: Discussions in Home Ec. Irritation: Being called Frizzle Ambition; To go to College BILL, WILLIAM A. Basketball 1,2,3,4 . . . Chorus 3,4 Recognition: Skipping Classes Fascination: Basketball Missed Most: Class of '71 Irritation: School Ambition; None - to live free BLIVEN, ERIC J. Basketball Manager 3 . . . Ski Club 3,4 . . . Rifle Club 2 . . . Cross-Country 2 . . . Photography Club 3.4 . . . Chef's Club 1 . . . Recognition: '54 Chevy Fascination: Laura Missed Most: Laura 54 Irritation: Laura Ambition: To go to College BUVEN, GLORIA J. J.V. Cheering 1 - Varsity 2,3 . . . W Club 2,3, 4 . . . National Honor Society 2,3,4 . , . Future Teachers' Club 1,2,3,4 . . . Student Council 2,3, 4 . . . Senior Lounge Council 4 . . . Chorus 3,4 . . . Prom Court 3 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: My laugh and my big mouth Fascination: Telling people exactly what 1 think Missed Most: Just being part of WHS Irritation: White ankle socks in gym Ambition: College BRUNO, JOANNE M. Recognition: Giggling Fascination: Tom Missed Most; Ledyard Freaks Irritation: Andy Knapp Ambition: To meet people and have FUN BUCHHOLTZ, MARK P, Ski Club 1,2 . . . Future Teachers' Club 1,2,3 . . . Variety Club 1 . . . Lion's Tale 1,2,3,4 . , . Model Airplane Club 2 . . . Mary's French Club 2 . . . Tennis Club 3 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Lounge Council 4 Recognition; My height and recycled lunch bags Fascination: Art Class Missed Most; Seeing friends Irritation; Stupid rules and regulations, and the Resource Center Ambition: To have an enjoyable life making movies and music CASWELL, ALICE M. Girls' Sports Club 1,2,3 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . National Honor Society 4 Recognition; My sweaters and David Fascination: My friends Missed Most; Days at Wheeler Irritation; Hearing a certain person say, Hi, how are you there? Ambition; To make others happy and enjoy life as much as possible CASWELL, DIANA L. Girls' Basketball 1 . . . W Club 3 , . . Softball 1,2 . . . Chorus 3 . . . Prom Chairman 3 . . . Prom Court 3 . . . Pep Squad 1,2 . . . Class Vice- President 2 Recognition: Being Married Fascination: Louie Missed Most; Mrs. Hoxsie and the long talks and crowded hallways Irritation: Being called Debbie Ambition; To continue my life as it is with a few additions CHAPPELL, JERRY D. Cross-Country 1,2,3,4 - Captain 3 - Co-Captain 4 . . . Basketball 1,2 .. . W” Club 1,2,3,4 -President 4 . . . Student Council 4 . . . Class Treasurer 3 Recognition: Telling jokes Fascination; Cross-Country Missed Most: Cross-Country Irritation: Bethel Ambition: College CHILDS, GEORGE E. Rifle Club 1,2,3,4 . . . Rifle Team 3. . . Soccer 2,3,4 - Tri Captain 3 - Quad Captain 4 . . . Chef's Club 3 . . . Sports Club 2 Recognition: Not doing homework Fascination: Sports Missed Most: Throwing people out of bleachers at home basketball games Irritation; English classes Ambition; To attend a Forestry School COMEAU, JAMES M. J. V. Soccer 2 - Varsity 3 ... Ski Club 2 . . Class President 3,4 Recognition; My Mini; Being the referee in room 9 during Class Meetings and being the only boy in Home Ec. IV Fascination: Watching girls in tight slacks, Hot Pants, and short skirts walk down the hall Missed Most: All the kids that could not stay to graduate with the Class of '72, and an adequate Academic Education Irritation; People who kid themselves N.S.; Becoming a senior; Girls who tease; W.H.S.; Our gym; People who are too busy helping themselves that they forget to help others Ambition; To be happy and share it; To enjoy life; To see as much of the world, as possible; To own a St. Bernard Ranch, and have an expensive sports car, along with plenty of wine, women, and song 55 CONGDON, GREGORY J. Varsity Baseball 2,3,4 . . . Soccer 2,3,4 - Co-Captain 4 . . . Rifle Club 1,2,3 . . . Outdoor Club 1 . . . Chefs Club 1,2 . . . ”W Club 3,4 .. . J. V. Basketball 1,2 Recognition: Ripping T shirts in gym Fascination; Barbara Missed Most; Mr. Madden's Metal Class Irritation; Chemistry Ambition: Further education and go to a Forestry School COPE LIN, RUTH A. Future Teachers' Club 2,3,4 . . . Lion's Tale 2,3,4. .. Drama Club 1,2,3,4-School Play 3 . .. Girls' Basketball Manager 4 . . . Leo Staff Editor 4 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Prom Court 3 . . . Chorus 1,3. . . Caps and Gowns Committee 4 . . . French 111 Award 3 . . . French Club 2 . . . Senior Ball Co-Chairman 4 . . . Forensic Club 2 Recognition: My bells and singing hymns in the hall Fascination; A particular basketball game Missed Most: Talks with certain teachers and Mr. H. Irritation: C. M. Ambition; To become Mrs. Robert Penfield 11 CRANDALL, PATRICIA L. Prom Committee 3 . . . Girl’s Shop 3 . . . Senior Lounge Council 4 Recognition: Being myself Fascination: A person missing from our Senior Class Missed Most: Ronny and Donny Baker, and the Class of ’71 Irritation: People who feel proud when they hurt someone else, and people who litter and then complain about how dirty the world is Ambition: To meet more people and be happy CROFTS, MICHAEL A. Cross-Country 2,3,4 - Co-Captain 4 . . . Student Council 1 . . . Sports Club 1,3. . . Chef's Club 2 ... Ski Club 3 . . . Class Vice-President 3 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: My Ring-Ding Machine Fascination; Winning Cross-Country Meets Missed Most: P.H., T.H., and L.P. Irritation: Harbor View Ambition; College EASTER LIN, MICHAEL T. Recognition: My Hair Fascination: Short Skirts Missed Most: My Car Irritation; Losing my car Ambition; Navy FISH, EDWIN H. Guitar Club 1 ... Art Club 2 . . . Student Council 3 .. . Advanced Biology 3 Recognition; Fords; My height; and my camper Fascination; Nancy Missed Most; Nancy - (Darlene, Jane, Patti, Fran, Patty, Joanne, and Connie) Irritation: Jane Ambition; To travel FONNEMANN, MICHAEL R. Basketball 1,2,3 . . . Baseball 1,2,3 . . . Chef's Club 2 . . . Soccer 2,3 . . . Sports Club 3 . . . ”W” Club 3,4 Recognition: Instigating lots of nasty things Fascination: Barbara Missed Most: Super Cool '63 Chevy Irritation: Biology Ambition; Work and avoiding the service Ambition; To be happy FOSTER, JUDITH M. J.V. Cheering 1 - Varsity 2,3 .. . W Club 3, 4 - Secretary 4 . . . Chorus 3,4 . . . Girls' Sports Club 1,2 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Prom Court 3 Recognition: Ribbons and Scarves Fascination; Wayne Missed Most; The Cheerleaders Irritation: People who drive like maniacs and swear a lot Ambition; Undecided GARDNER, JANET L. J.V. Basketball 1 . . . Future Teachers’ Club 2,3 . . . National Honor Society 4 . . . Prom Committee Chairman 3 . . . Chorus 3 . . . Varsity Cheering 2 .. . Drama Club 2,3 - School Play 2,3 . . . Leo Staff 4 . . . ”W Club 3,4 .. . Ski Club 3 . . . Lounge Council 4 Recognition: Sexy clothes and Instant Breakfasts Fascination: Happy People Missed Most; Having my own car Irritation: The School Bus and people who yell Ambition; College GAVITT, JAMES A. Chef's Club 1,2 . . . Chorus 3,4 . . .J.V. Soccer 2 Recognition: Being a troublemaker Fascination: After lunch in the parking lot Missed Most: Lunch Irritation; Mr. Hanley's office Ambition; To retire GAVITT, SUSAN B. Girls' Sports Club 1,2 . . .J.V. Cheering 2 . . . Softball 1 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Pep Squad 1 . . . Chorus 3,4 .. . W Club 3,4 Recognition: A smile Fascination; Gary Missed Most; Cheering Irritation; '62 Ford Comet Ambition: Work GENCARELLA, LAURA J. Girls' Sports Club 2 . . . Girls' Shop 1 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Typing Club 3 Recognition: Talking on the phone Fascination: Jimmy Missed Most: Friends Irritation: People who think they're the best GOGGIN, JANICE R. Softball 2 . . . Girls' Basketball 3,4 . . . Lion's Tale 2,3 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Leo Staff 4 ... Art Club 1,2 Recognition: Making my own clothes Fascination: A certain basketball game Missed Most; Sociology Class Irritation; People who talk when they don't have anything to say Ambition; To run away to the circus GREENE, KEITH E. J.V. Basketball 1,2,3 . . . Baseball 3,4 .. . Cross-Country 2,3 - Manager 4 . . . W Club 3, 4 . . . Sport's Club 1 . . . Chess Club 2,3 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Nothing Fascination: The fun we had with Cross-Country Meets away Missed Most: All Sports and roaming the halls Irritation: Boring days in Sociology, and in all Mr. Brann’s classes Ambition: The Military Forces, the Air Force, or possibly College GUTHRIE, PENELOPE J. Art Club 1 . . . Chess Club 2 . . . Chorus 3,4. . -Lion's Tale 4 Recognition: Dreaming Fascination: Henry Missed Most: The Crider Crew Irritation: People who call me One Cent Ambition; To live happily ever after HOLLY, FRANCINE A. J.V. Cheering 1 - Varsity 2 . . . Girl's Sports Club 1,2 .. . W Club 2,3,4 ... Leo Staff 4 . . . Class Secretary 4 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Office Help Club 3 Recognition: Squinting, or being blind Fascination; All my friends at W.H.S. Missed Most; Donny and Ronny Irritation; Driver's Ed. tests and my dimples Ambition; To have fun and live happy HOST, LORI J. Girls' Basketball 3 ... Art Club 1,2 . . .J.V. Cheering 2 . . . Tennis Club 3 . . . Leo Staff 4 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . Lion’s Tale 1 Recognition; Matching clothes and sick jokes Fascination: Dennis and a certain basketball game Missed Most: Bugging Mark and the rest of the gang, and basketball games Irritation: Those who aren't sincere Ambition; To be happy in whatever I decide to do HOWARD, MARK E. Photography Club 2,3 ... Ski Club 2,3,4 . . . Lion's Tale 2,3,4 . . . Soccer 2 . . . Drama Club 3 Recognition: Being late to school and long hair Fascination: Art Class Missed Most: Being late to school Irritation: Report Cards Ambition: To become a photographer HVARRE, KENNETH P. French Club 2 . . . Model Airplane Club 2,3 . . . TOGETHER Inc. 3,4 .. . WHY Inc. 3,4 Recognition: Nothing Fascination: K. L. Missed Most: Nothing Irritation; Bugging Teachers Ambition; To buy a Volkswagon, get my own place to live, and Live Life JENNERWEIN, THOMAS P. Ski Club 2,3,4 . . . Soccer Manager 3 . . . Chorus 3,4 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Causing trouble Fascination: Joanne Missed Most: Mrs. Hart's English Class Irritation; Gym Class Ambition; Undecided KRONK, BETH A. Leo Staff 4 . . . Lion's Tale 1,2,3,4 . . . Pep Squad 1,2 . . . Girls' Basketball 1,2,3 . . . Art Club 1,2 . . . National Honor Society 4 . . . Drama Club 3 . . . Student Council 1 Recognition: Artistic Ability Fascination: Mark's humor and Ken's lollipops Missed Most: Working on the yearbook Irritation: People who show no concern Ambition: To have a career in art LEFEBVRE, ROGER W. Recognition: Being a Dirty Old Man Fascination: Bodies Missed Most: Talks with Mr. Lonsway Irritation; Bass Guitar Ambition; Girl Watching and Weight Watching LEWIS, MICHAEL L. J.V. Baseball 1 - Varsity 2,3,4 . . . ”W Club 4 . . . Soccer 3,4 - Co-Captain 4 . . . Coin Club 1 . . . Sports Club 2,3 Recognition: Betting on football games with Mr. Brooder and winning Fascination: Lunch Missed Most: Lunch Irritation; Doing Homework Ambition: To do Nothing UMPERT, DAVID A. j.V. Basketball 1,2 . . . Chef's Club 1 . . . Chess Club 2 . . . Class President 2 . , , Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Pulling quickies: playing Chess, and my Batmobile Fascination: Bull sessions with my all destructive fellow classmen Missed Most; Arguments and fights Irritation: Nosy People around Wheeler and N. Stonington that talk too much Ambition: To run wild and free MAIN, CONNIE I. Future Teachers' Club 2,3 . . . W Club 3,4 . . , Lion's Tale 1,2,3,4 - Editor 4. . . Drama Club 2,3 . . . Leo Staff 4 . . . Pep Squad 1,2 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: My Coasties Fascination: Having fun Missed Most; Weekend count downs with Jeannie Appleton Irritation; Unappreciative people Ambition: To have a life of my own, then get married MAIN, DEBORAH L. Class Vice-President 1 . . . Pep Squad 2 . . .J.V. Cheering 1 . . . Girls' Sports Club 1,2 . . . W Club 2,3,4 . . . Softball 1,2 Prom Committee Chairman 3 Recognition: Doing secretarial work for Mr. Hurd and Mr. Brooder Fascination: Selling tickets at the front door to Home Basketball games Missed Most: Getting out of classes to type up and run off material for two certain” teachers Irritation; Being Called Diane” Ambition: To do some traveling, and then get into some kind of secretarial work MARSH, DAVID C. National Honor Society 4 - Vice-President 4 . . . Future Teachers' Club 4 . . . W Club 4 . . . Soccer 4 . . . Baseball 4 Recognition: Being the Phantom Fascination; Beating McCollough and Pennington in Pitch Missed Most; Getting free sodas Irritation; Listening to R. E.’s through packing discussions Ambition; To become a millionaire and live off the interest McAVOY, KATHLEEN J, Recognition; Going to the car for a cigarette Facination: Roaming Privileges Missed Most: Some really great kids in our class Irritation; All the straight, one s ded, two faced people in our Senior Class who think that life will always go their way Ambition: To travel MCCOLLOUGH, DIANA L. Chorus 3 . . . Girls' Basketball 3,4 . . . Leo Staff 4 . . . Future Teachers' Club 3,4 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Being seen with Les Fascination: Les Missed Most; Playing cards in the Senior Lounge Irritation; People who call me Debbie Ambition: College McLaughlin, ruth a. Drama Club 2,3 - School Play 2 . . . Girls’ Shop 1 . . . Future Teachers' Club 3 . . . Lion's Tale 3,4 Recognition; TheC.G.A. Fascination; Trips to New London Missed Most: A few of last years Seniors Irritation: Being responsible for getting people rides, and people who cut down my Coastie Ambition; To get a better education and to get married MINER, KATHY A. Girls' Shop 1 . . . Girls' Sports Club 2 . . . Tennis Club 3 Recognition: Talking Fascination: Roaming Privileges Missed Most: Nothing Irritation; Class Meetings Ambition; None MISKY, MARY JANE Girls’ Sports Club 1,2 . . . Softball 3 . . . Girls' Shop 1 . . . Advanced Biology 3 . . . Chess Club 2 Recognition; Being Quiet Fascination; Study Hall Missed Most; Pat McCollough Irritation: Gym Ambition; Nursing 59 PALMER, SALLY E, Girls’ Shop 1 . . . Drama Club 2 - School Play 2 . . . Future Teachers' Club 2 . . . Prom Committee Chairman 3 . , . Girls' Basketball Manager 4 . . . Invitation Committee 4 Recognition: Sore throats Fascination: Mark Missed Most: A maroon '65 Chevy Irritation; Biber Egg Farms and Earl Ambition: To get married and lead two happy lives PENNINGTON, JANE E. Future Teachers' Club 3,4 . . . Cheering 1 . . . Leo Staff 4 . , . French Club 1 . . , Student Council 1 .. . Prom Court 3 . . . Sophomore Class Represenative 2 . . . Junior Class Represenative 3 . . . Chorus 1,3 Recognition: Being from Fitch Fascination; The people Missed Most: That certain atmosphere at Wheeler Irritation; Loud People Ambition; College SANDE, MARTIN K. Ski Club 1,2,3,4 . . . Future Teachers' Club 3,4 . . . National Honor Society 2,3,4 - President 4 . . , Lion's Tale 2 . . . Electronics Club 3,4 . . . W” Club 4 . . . Cross-Country Manager 2,3, 4 . , . Prom Committee Chairman 3 . . . Lounge Council 4 Recognition: Quick hands and merciless teasing Fascination: Extracurricular type activities during class time Missed Most; Being able to do compositions and reports the period before they are due Irritation; Being called Smarty Ambition; The Air Force Academy and become a billionaire SAVAGE, CAROL A. Pep Squad 2 . . . Girls' Sports Club 1,2 , . . National Honor Society 4 . . . Chorus 3,4 . . . Prom Committee 3 Recognition: Making my own clothes and knitting a lot Fascination: All my friends at W.H.S. who have been nice to me Missed Most; Talking over my problems and others with my close friends Irritation; The Resource Center, and Blind Dates Ambition; To attend Hartford Hospital School of Nursing STOKES, PATRICIA A. Girls’ Shop 2 . . . Girls' Sports Club 1,2 . . . Prom Committee 3 . . . National Honor Society 4 . . , Tennis Club 3 . , . Lion's Tale 4 ... Leo Staff 4 . . . Class Treasurer 4 Recognition; Liking Purple Fascination: Chuck Missed Most: Senior Lounge and home irritation: Class Meetings Ambition: None UMPHLETT, CAROL M. Art Club 2 Recognition; Shyness Fascination: Going to the Soda Room during study halls Missed Most; My friends Irritation; My saying Really all the time Ambition; Nothing as yet VEITCH, RONALD E. Chef's Club 1,3 . . . Chorus 1 . . . Drama Club 3 . . . Caps and Gowns Committee 4 . . . Invitation Committee 4 Recognition; Cutting classes - Skipping School; Smoking in McAvoy's car - getting caught Fascination: Leaving, and knowing 1 don't have to come back Missed Most; Ron, Don, and Kathy Baker, Laurie Allcorn, and Tom Leonardi Irritation; Prejudice, two faced and conceited people; Poverty, Pollution, and War Ambition: Leaving home and travel; Inhalation Therapist WARD, GERALDINE M. Drama Club 2,3 . . .Ski Club 3 . . . Prom Committee Chairman 3 . . . Class Secretary 3 . . . Class Vice-President 4 . . . Chorus 3 ... Leo Staff 4 . . . Pep Squad 1 . . . Caps and Gowns Committee 4 . . . Prom Queen 3 Recognition: Long Hair Fascination; Lou Missed Most; School Activities Irritation; People who think they're cool and Executive Meetings Ambition; Nursing WHITING, JAMES L. Class President 1 . . . Class Treasurer 2 . . . Cross-Country 1,2,3,4 - Co-Captain 4 . . . French I Award 1 . . . Future Teachers' Club 2,3,4 -Treasurer 3 - Vice-Pres. 4 . . . W Club 2,3,4 - 60 Treasurer 4 . . . J.V. Basketball 2 - Varsity 3,4 -Captain 4 . . . Harvard Book Award 3 . . . Chess Club 2 , . . Baseball 3,4 Recognition; Loosing everyone's pens and pencils Fascination: Sprout, Bertha, Spot, and Humgowa Missed Most; The Jokes on the Cross-Country bus Irritation; Certain girl card players Ambition; To become a lawyer ZUKOWSKI, LAURIE B, Drama Club 1 . . . Tennis Club 3 . . . School Play 2 . . . Girls’ Sports Club ... 2 ... Art Club 2 Recognition: Grub jeans Fascination: Bangladesh Missed Most: Roaming Privileges Irritation; Not knowing where I'm suppose to be going Ambition; To find out where Keebler Cookies come from 61 Artists Hall of Fame EDDIE FISH BETH KRONK Best Dressed DEBBIE MAIN 62 GLORIA BLIVEN MARTIN SANDE Most Likely to Succeed MIKE AHRENS CAROL UMPHLETT Most School GLORIA BLIVEN JIM COMEAU 64 Most Athletic JANICE GOGGIN BOB APPLETON PAT CRANDALL MIK.E FONNEMANN JIM GAVITT SUE GAVITT Hot Rods Individualists BILLY BILL LAURIE ZUKOWSKI Friendliest DAVID MARSH RUTH COPELIN Best Excuse Makers JANICE BAILEY BILLY BILL 67 Class Will 'I, Michael Ahrens, leave our highly trained office staff for the classes to come. I, John Albert, leave everyone nothing. I, John Anderson, leave my ability of talking Mr. Aiello into giving me passes to shop to Rusty Rusich who really needs the extra time in shop. I, Robert Appleton, leave Wheeler High School. 1, Faylcnc Bailey, leave to my brothers John and Bob, and my sister Judy, all my happy times at Wheeler with the hopes that they will have as much fun here as I did. 1, Janice Bailey, leave to my brother Doug, the ability to run as fast as I can talk. I, William Bill, leave my long hair to Mr. Hanley, and to Mr. Evenski I leave my favorite pastime. 1, Eric Blivcn, leave Wheeler with the same tiling I came with, NOTHING. I, Gloria Blivcn, leave all my note cards, analytical questions, and generalizations to Mr. Brann. I, Joanne Bruno, leave all my cigarette butts under the staircase, for anyone desperate enough to light one. 1, Mark Buchholtz, leave my plans to start an underground newspaper to any willing instigator. 1, Alice Caswell, leave Wheeler in hopes that all students will do as they see fit throughout life, and best of luck to you who follow us. I, Diane Caswell, leave the next girl to be married all the luck and happiness that I have had. ' 1, Jerry Chappell, leave the Cross-Country team my best wishes in hopes that they will bring Wheeler High School another State Championship. I, George Childs, leave all the guys and Mr. Hurd the six pack I didn't get to finish. I, James Comeau, leave my ability to do as little as possible and still graduate to anyone who wants it; and my ability to buy small economical cars to all the Gear-Heads; And now 1 would like to leave Wheeler peacefully. 1, Gregory Congdon, leave Gary Peters all my fakes so that he stands a chance against less co-ordinated people in slap fights. I, Ruth Copelin, leave a final I know you to Mr. Goldstein, but a lasting impression; to Mr. Hanley, a jar of Raboon Repellent for cold days; and for all the W.H.S. faculty an 1 Try Harder button, because after our class they deserve one. I, Patricia Crandall, leave Wheeler to all the straight people who can stand it. 1, Michael Crofts, leave Wheeler willingly. 1, Michael Easterlin, leave my sister to John Anderson. I, Edwin Fish, leave the title of Legs” Gencarella to her sister Patty. I, Michael Fonnemann, leave my 3 years of Biological knowledge to Ronny Kaschel, because he is going to need it. 1, Judith Foster, leave my best wishes to my brother Steven, and to my parents, many thanks for making my high school years what they were. 1, Janet Gardner, leave my thanks to all those who have given me guidance and friendship, and to my brother John, successful years at Wheeler. I, James Gavitt, leave the responsibility of changing the old-fashioned rules of Wheeler to the Underclassmen. 1, Susan Gavitt, leave Wheeler my three cousins, Don, Jim, and Ebbie to you. 1, Laura Gencarella, leave my condemned locker to the next fortunate person who gets to use it. I, Janice Goggin, leave Diane Garland lots of luck in coping with the rest of her days at Wheeler. 1, Keith Greene, leave Wheeler High School. I, Penelope Guthrie, leave the best of luck to the Underclassmen, especially Diane Garland. I, Francine Holly, leave to my brother Buddy, Good Luck and hope that he has as many good time here as I had; to Kevin Crandall, I leave an alarm clock, since 1 won’t be around to wake him up In the halls while he is sleepwalking. I, Lori Host, leave my Pretty Blouse” to Connie Main; the fun I had on Cheering to Donna; and to my brother Butch, the ability to get out of as much trouble as he gets into. 1, Mark Howard, leave you a photo of the school. 1, Kenneth Hvarre, leave my ”91 for the year in Chemistry, to anyone who wants it. I, Thomas Jennerwein, leave the Underclassmen a horrifying future in Wheeler, and I wish them the best of patience and luck. 1, Beth Kronk, leave to my sister and Gail McKinster luck and patience for their Senior year. 1, Roger Lefebvre, leave my methods of being bsent. I, Michael Lewis, leave my brother my soccer shoes in hopes that someday he will be wearing them. 1, David Limpert, leave my ability to beat Mr. Stebbins at Chess to Jeffery Ewalt; and my ragged books and crumpled lockers to anyone stupid enough to try and use them. 1, Connie Main, leave my honest opinions to those who have difficulty expressing themselves truthfully. 1, Deborah Main, leave to Mr. Hurd and Mr. Brooder another Secretary who is as dependable and efficient as 1 was, with a lot of luck to her! And to Miss Armstrong, a shorter dress with a STRAIGHT hemline. 1, David Marsh, leave Wheeler a better place, mainly because I am leaving. I, Kathleen McAvoy, leave my brother this school with hopes that his Senior Class won't be as divided as ours, and they can work together to enjoy their Senior year. I, Diane McCollough, leave all those empty ad pages to Mrs. Williams and the Class of 73 in hopes that they can fill them. I, Ruth McLaughlin, leave my sister Carrie all the incoming swabs of 1973, (She knows what I mean!) and to Connie Main a model car with a model Coastie to drive it. 1, Kathy Miner, leave all my typing erasers to anyone who can use them. I, Mary Jane Misky, leave my sister Cecilia the best of luck through High School. 1, Sally Palmer, leave nothing to anyone, because I'm taking it all with me. 1, Jane Pennington, leave Mrs. Williams a years supply of nerves, and the memories of Period 3 gym class. Also my thanks for all her help and understanding. I, Martin Sande, leave the plans for my attack missions with David Marsh to anyone who can take it. I, Carol Savage, leave 1,367 pieces of gum to Debbie Main 'cause 1 owe her that much, and I leave my sister to this school - WATCH OUT I I, Patricia Stokes, leave my brother the grades I somehow managed to get; to my sisters 1 leave the patience I had at home, and to my mother I leave all my love in hopes that she won’t forget me. 1, Carol Umphlett, leave my shyness and quiet ways to anyone who wants them. I, Ronald Veitch, leave, forgiving those who have hurt, but not forgetting; and sorry that I didn't enjoy my years at Wheeler. I, Geraldine Ward, leave my best wishes for my brother Kevin. I, James Whiting, leave all of those pens and pencils to their rightful owners, if I could ever find them all. I, Laurie Zukowski, leave my ability to go the whole year without wearing any dresses to the Underclassmen, and also an apology to P.S. In the year 1982, Wheeler High School's Class of '72 will hold its 10th year reunion. Their accomplishments are prophesied below. Michael Ahrens is head mechanic at Court Colver, drives a '63 V. W. and lives in Cedar Ridge. Carry on! John Albert is living off the royalties of his latest inventions- the Electric Slide Rule. John Anderson has finally set up in business with his self-built fifty story chicken house, which by the way, has put Arbor Acres out of business. Robert Appleton is United States All Star Gold Medal winner on the Olympic Team. Faylene Bailey is now an Avon lady and goes around ringing everyone’s chimes! Janice Bailey, a computer programer, programs the computers at 4,000 words per minute and has four interpreters when she goes to parties. William Bill is frequently seen having the time of his life living free and easy.” Eric Bliven, now a photographer for PLAYBOY, is also part owner of Harbor View Restaurant. Gloria Bliven is a physical therapist who still makes a great pizza and can be heard saying to her patients, Try it - you'll like it.” Joanne Bruno is current Champ in the latest Powder Puff Derby. Mark Buchholtz is found as the head manager of Nice Recycled Lunch Bags, and carries a disposable lunch box to work. Alice Caswell, Diane Caswell now sisters-in-law are comparing their children's number of cavities. Jerry Chappell is now a swinger in Dallas Texas where he recently graduated from Sam Houston Institute of Technology. George Childs is currently building a 10 car garage to hold his tractors, motorcycles, snowmobiles, assorted cars . . . etc. James Comeau now has a Jaguar XKE that he races regularly, and is partners with Hugh Hefner and his Playboy Club. Gregory Congdon is now the Sears and Roebuck consultant, having replaced Ted Williams. Ruth Copelin is still running Barefoot in the Park, popping Kniches, and having fun. Patricia Crandall is now living high off the country, indulging in Horticulture. She has been quoted as saying, Put that in your pipe and smoke it. Michael Crofts still putts his motorcycle to Harbor View, but now he is head Slave Master. Michael Easterlin is now a Navy boy with more hair on his chest than on his head. Edwin Fish is working at R. R. while still patiently waiting to get a good car. Michael Fonnemann has taken over Railroad Salvage and declared Martial Law. Judy Foster is still filing her income tax forms for Mister Blake and has finally gotten an adding machine that works. Janet Gardner is a sexy secretary at the C.G.A. where she has been heard to say, 1 feel funny.” James Gavitt has not been seen nor heard from since his car reached the speed of light. Susan Gavitt is now head grinder maker at the Country Grocer. Laura Gencarella, who in 1973 was voted Miss Legs, has now opened up a chain store of support stockings. 70 Janice Goggin has run off to the circus where she has made a roaring success of herself as head Lion Tamer. Keith Greene, having recently graduated from college, is now the local North Stonington Navy Recruiting Officer. Penelope Guthrie is now living happily ever after - and that's the truth. Francine Holly is STILL trying to get out of the house. Lori Host has attained new heights as elevator operator of the Empire State Building. She said to say Hi. Mark Howard has just completed Barber School and will open the most modernized mens hair style shop in the area. Ken Hvarre is now residing in Canada as he finds it too drafty down here. Thomas Jennerwein is now top ranking printer in the states, who says he wouldn't be there now but for his trusty pen. Beth Kronk is now a famous artist whose first break came after she painted Whistler's Father. Roger Lefebvre is currently unemployed after missing 51 weeks of work this past year. Michael Lewis, after years of research, has finally invented the hamburger that doesn't spit back while cooking. David Limpert now challenges all the cars on the road with his new vehicle a '43 German Tank. Connie Main, after a constant battle, has finally been accepted at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy . . . and loving it. Deborah Main is now the Executive Secretary for B. H. Inc. David Marsh is now the Phantom pitcher for the Pittsburg Pirates still denying it saying, Who said that? Kathleen McAvoy has been steadily traveling since our graduation and can be heard to say, Today America - Tomorrow the World! Diane McCollough is now the North Stonington Gazettes Dear Abby. Ruth McLaughlin is now a Gate Sentry at the C.G.A. Kathy Miner is now the welcome Wagon Hostess as a result of her friendly smile and good morning. Mary Jane Misky, after receiving her nursing cap is now W.H.S.'s school nurse. Sally Palmer is now a major stock holder of Biber Egg Farms and is quoted as saying, You like it! Jane Pennington is still singing Someday My Prince Will Come. Martin Sande is now a billionaire supporting 3 Harems, 4 mansions, and a yacht. Carol Savage is now head nurse at Backus Hospital with a reputation for fainting at the sight of blood. Patricia Stokes has finally finished painting her V.W. completely purple. Carol Umphlett is now a Rock and Roll Star whose latest hit is entitled Soda Room Blues. Ronald Veitch is now as far from Wheeler and North Stonington as possible. Geraldine Ward is now the current Miss America. James Whiting is now the head of Bic Pen Inc. and can be heard always asking for a pen. Laurie Zukowski is now a regular cast member of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. 71 Key 1. Janice Bailey 2. Ruth Copelin 3. Pat Stokes 4. Beth Kronk 5. Sally Palmer 6. Pat Crandall 7. Marty Sande 8. Connie Main 9. Mike Lewis 10. Janet Gardner 11. Mark Buchholtz 12. Deb and Di 13. Faylene Bailey 14. Penny Guthrie 15. Gerry Ward 16. Sue Gavitt 17. Judy Foster 18. The Originals 19. Alice Caswell 72 Baby Pictures National Honor Society 76 77 W Club Advisor: Mr. Cloutier Chorus Advisor: Mrs. Blackstone 78 Ski Club Advisor: Mr. Tucchio WHS Radio Club Advisor Mr Blake 79 Lions Tale Advisor: Mr. Souza 80 Class of ' 73 82 83 84 Class Officers Secretary: Diane Garland Treasurer: Gary Peters President: Paul Buehler Vice President: Abe McCullough Advisors: Mr. Coutsoubos, Mr. Brann, Mr. Bondarek 85 Class of ?74 Class Officers President: Sarah Pennington Vice President: Ronnie Kashel Treasurer: Richard Marble Secretary: Lynda Villanova Advisors: Mrs. Perry Mr. Goldstein Mr. Stebbins Mrs. Celico 86 87 Class Class Officers President: Chris Brown Vice President: Dave Gould Treasurer: Jim Kunz Secretary: Kim Lincoln Class Advisors Mrs. Hoxie Mr. Cloutier Mr. Whitten 89 Class Officers Class of ’76 Andre Comeau Heather Crofts Curtis Breeding Diane Neff Student Council Joy Zendzian Sean Geary Advisors Mr. Bondarek Mr. Hurd Mr. Kerr Mr. Souza 90 A i M 91 Class of ’77 Class Officers Robert Brown Debbie Y oung Stacey O'Brien David Kashel Student Council Rita Bliven Frank Corbin Class Advisors Miss Meehan Mrs. McKinely Mr. Wesa Mr. Denison 92 93 94 96 n Queen Geraldine Ward 1st runner-up Gloria Bliven Ruth Copelin Linda Page Edelweiss39 Jane Pennington Diane Caswell Judy Foster 99 100 On May 8th, the class of 1972 presented their prom. Edelweiss. The music was furnished by the Velvet Tones. The Swiss theme was enhanced by two hand painted murals and mountain landscapes. A secluded dining area was bordered with picket fencing and an archway. The dancing was centered around a quaint Swiss wishing well. After the prom, couples met at Rosalini’s for dinner. Thus began a forever cherished memory. 101 Delivery Man........................................ Don Baker MRS. PAMELA HART Director 105 Cone: Shama . . . shama . . . ela mal kemama . . . Corie: My turn to say Wow” . . . For a lawyer you're some good kisser. Paul: For a kisser I'm some good lawyer. Paul: You're impossible. Corie: You're unbearable. Paul: You belong in a nursery school. Corie: It's a lot more fun than the Fuddy Duddies. 106 107 108 Baseball no Ill WHEELER OPPON1 0 Windham 1 7 Old Lyme 1 0 East Lyme 3 4 Parish Hill 3 3 Old Lyme 5 2 Windham 3 1 Griswold 0 13 Ellis Tech 0 5 Lyman 3 8 Norwich Tech 2 Parish Hill 0 East Lyme 25 0 Griswold 3 7 Ellis Tech 5 15 Lyman 4 8 Norwich Tech 6 11 Hale-Ray 4 Coach - BOB BROODER 113 I IS 116 Fall 1971 118 Country Wheeler has completed its 4th consecutive year as Invitational and QVC champs. With the boys unity as 'one big family' they have accomplished an outstanding season, along with four boys making the QVC All Star Team, lames Whiting, Jance Denison, Jerry Chappell, and Ralph Schafer. By tradition I feel that the 1972 team will be the strongest ever and will follow that 'long maroon line.' - Coach Cloutier . . . and with God's help . . . 119 WHEELER OPPONENT 20 East Hampton 43 16 Griswold 47 15 Killingly 50 15 Putnam 50 15 Tourtellotte 50 18 East Lyme 41 23 Notre Dame 38 23 Fitch 34 18 Parish Hill 44 15 Plainfield 43 19 Norwich Tech 40 15 Woodstock 44 17 Ledyard 42 26 Valley Reg. 29 16 Hand 42 Sixth Annual Wheeler High Invitational - 1st First Area Championship Q.V.C. Championship State Meet - 3rd 120 Junior Division COACH KERR 121 Soccer I enjoyed working with a fine team this year. In looking back on the season, I can evaluate our successes and weaknesses and see a bright future for the 1972 soccer season. - Coach Hurd 122 Junior Division WHEELER OPPONENT 3 Tourtellotte 2 3 East Lyme 0 2 Norwich Tech 1 1 Parish Hill 2 0 East Lyme 1 0 Lyman 2 0 Parish Hill 0 0 Woodstock 1 2 Lyman 3 1 Norwich Tech 0 2 Woodstock 3 1 Tourtellotte 2 4 Hale Ray 3 Ta-Ra-Ra - Boom de-ay! Go-Fight-Score-Win!! 124 And awaaay we go! OUCH!! . . . you put your right foot in . . . 125 Special Events Homecoming 126 127 128 129 J. V. Co-Captains Cindy Collis Carolyn Moran Varsity Co-Captains Ellie Moran Debbie Dubuque Varsity Cheering 130 Junior This past year has been both challenging and rewarding. Cheering cannot be a facade - it should reveal one's true values and ideals, in support of our athletic and school programs, as evidenced by this year's squads. To the new squads, 1 wish unity, understanding, and much success through hard work and dedication to all that cheering implies. Sheila N. Williams Varsity Cheering 132 133 ( : X Winter 1971-1972 Q. V. C. All-Stars 136 Appleton - Bill - Roberts Wheeler started its season off very slowly, but came on strong, winning the last 5 regular season games. The Putnam contest was exciting and close but, ended in a loss for Wheeler. Although Wheeler was defeated several times during the season, the team qualified for the State Tournament for the 2nd time in Wheeler's history. Wheeler placed 4th in the Norwich area for best defensive team. Next year's season looks very promising and exciting with 4returning lettermen. - Coach Cloutier 137 138 Varsity Team WHEELER OPPONENT 40 Westbrook 42 47 Old Lyme 55 63 Griswold 72 65 Lyman 58 48 Norwich Tech 62 56 Old Lyme 60 75 Alumni 53 69 Hale-Ray 63 115 Ellis Tech 62 62 Griswold 74 61 Lyman 39 57 Windham Tech 48 30 Westbrook 46 43 Norwich Tech 66 66 Windham Tech 51 73 Parish Hill 46 87 Ellis Tech 39 60 Parish Hill 52 47 Putnam 57 60 Hale-Ray 57 61 N. W. Reg. 81 Tri-Captains -Jim Whiting Bob Appleton Billy Bill Junior Varsity Team 139 •v.w %’j 7 • 140 This year's team had the best J. V. record in Wheeler's history with a victory over Griswold. They ended the season 12-6. The strong defense and great spirit of the team holds a bright future. - Coach Bondarek WHEELER OPPONENT 40 Westbrook 25 45 Old Lyme 56 28 Griswold 75 54 Lyman 49 42 Norwich Tech 50 43 Old Lyme 45 41 Hale Ray 27 72 Ellis Tech 44 56 Griswold 47 36 Lyman 34 57 Windham Tech 32 43 Westbrook 28 33 Norwich Tech 49 53 Windham Tech 30 54 Parish Hill 40 51 Ellis Tech 24 58 Parish Hill 48 54 Hale-Ray 55 141 Girls’ Basketball 142 There's always room for improvement!! - Coach Brooder WHEELER OPPONENT 28 Notre Dame 42 29 Mystic Oral 33 16 Mystic C. C 32 24 Williams 41 22 Notre Dame 35 15 Stonington 43 47 Mystic Oral 19 20 Stonington 44 33 Mystic C. C 35 Junior Varsity Team Their determination and sportsmanship projects an encouraging future. - Miss Armstrong 144 Special Help Mrs. Belanger and the Resource Center Staff Resource Staff: Mrs. Chireau Mrs. Proulx Mrs. Pintauro Mrs. Graham Mrs. Kunz Mrs. Parsons Mrs. Gavitt Mrs. Burdick Mrs. McLaughlin Mrs. Ryan Mrs. White Our Nurses Mrs. Campbell Mrs. Greene Custodians 147 Ski Club 148 In ihe winter of '72 the Wheeler High Ski Club had seen little snow. Due to this factor, the club was forced to ski the northern territories of New England -Mt. Tom, Mass., Haystack, Vt., and Loon, New Hampshire. Due to the slick conditions of some of the slopes, many spills and uncontrolled landings were taken, with about $25,000 worth of ski equipment being totally destroyed. The weekend trip to Loon Mt. was spectacular with many exciting events on the slopes and off. In summation, the ski season was a total success and free from any serious mishaps. 149 150 151 Imagine gorillas, Raggedy Ann and Andy, minis, maxis. Room full of Blues, circle dances, balloons everywhere, laughing, crying, grooving . . . Imagine . . . CONGRATULATIONS ... and the best of luck! We at Loring are proud of the part we have had in helping to make your classbook a permanent reminder of your school years, recording with photographs one of the happiest and most exciting times of your life! We hope that, just as you have chosen us as your class photographer, you will continue to think of Loring Studios when you want photographs to help you remember other momentous days to come! When you choose Loring portraits, you are sure of the finest craftsmanship at the most moderate prices! LORIK STUDIOS New England’s Leading Portrait and Yearbook Photographers PALAU REXALL PHARMACY Prescriptions are the heart of our business. 3 0 W. 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(2 MILES EAST OF THE GOLD STAR BRIDGE) OFF ROUTE 184 — ON ROGERS ROAD GROTON, CONN. £ 2 ■ SHARK’S BARBER SHOP 11:00 to 6:00 Closed Monday 9:00 to 6:00 Saturday TOGGLE HOUSE GREENHOUSE Toggle Hollow, Mystic NORTH STONINGTON SHELL SERVICENTER ROUTE 21S AT 1-90 NORTH 8TONINOTON, CONN. 06389 FOREIGN SPECIALIST 809 4861 535-9322 SILVERSTEIN AGENCY 331 State Street New London, Conn. ELITE CLEANERS INC. 181 Main St. W esterly SAFE-T-DRIVE B C FURNITURE COMPANY, INC. Driving School Classroom and behind the Wheel Mystic 536-7419 19 Canal Street Westerly, R. I. OLGA’S BEAUTY SALON Rt. 2 No. Stonington Long Island Sound THE ROBERT S. JONES AGENCY 152 Water St. STONINGTON, CONNECTICUT 06378 Real Estate 535-2114 Insurance 535-1142 J. N. C. MOTORS INC. The Honda Man HONDA-KAWASKI- HUSKY-PENTON HONDA 661 Gold Star Highway Groton, Connecticut 06340 Photography is heritage HERITAGE STUDIO In the Woods North Stonington 889-0313 J9 REESE HITCHES EXPERT WELDING A ROARING SUCCESS TO THE GR-R-REAT CLASS OF “72” ROYCE TRAVEL TRAILER SALES and SERVICE 446-8900 SPECIALISTS IN 445-2170 TRAILER HITCHES — PARTS AND ACCESSORIES AUTHORIZED SERVICE FOR MANY TRAILER APPLIANCES — GENERAL REPAIRS 659 GOLD STAR HIGHWAY GROTON, CONN. 06340 GIRARD DATSUN B Route 184 Groton, Conn. Phone: 445-8135 (tsso) DEALER CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS MOWERY’S ESSO Rt. 184,216, and 95 n from -=£r £=- ANGIE’S MYSTIC PIZZA HOUSE Roosevelt Ave. EASTERN ELECTRIC SUPPLY Largest lighting fixture display in Eastern Conn. -and a complete line of electrical supplies. 588 West Main Street Norwich, Conn. 1 HOUR MARTINIZING CHICKADEE FARMS PRODUCTS CO., INC Hope Valley, R. I. Granite Street Shopping Center ... OLD COUNTRY RESTAURANT New England Style Dinners and Cocktails Rt. 49 and 184 No. Stonington, Ct. CORNER PHARMACY 77 Main Street Stonington, Ct. Phone: 535-1434 Be Wise -Economize GLADDINGS’ Shop 16-18 High St. Westerly, R. I. 175 THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY Rt. 1-95 and 27 THIS PAGE SPONSORE MR. BIG, INC. lorwiej WALGREENS granite drug KELLEMS DIVISION HOXSIE BUICK PONTIAC INCORPORATED ro nu International Harvester Westerly, Rhode Island I ®J| NORTH STONINGTON VILLAGE HARDWARE Main Street North Stonington BROWN’S SERVICE STATION Westerly, R. I. Phone: 596-9165 464-7224 Rt. 12 Gales Ferry, Conn, 24 Hours Notice is Requested If Appointment Cannot Be Kept. % _,l better banking chelsea savings Mr DXA l AMKIC TIOI IT NORWICH, CONNECTICUT HI-FI ELECTRONICS CENTER FRANCIS ELECTRONICS, INCORPORATED 565 Long Hill Road Groton, Connecticut Best Wishes WALT O'DONNELL'S WESTERN AUTO STORE 5 Canal St, Westerly, R. I. AVERY AND ADAMS INC. Industrial Drive Westerly, R. I, GINGHAM GATE Fabrics - Yarns - Trimmings Mystic, Connecticut Select Used Cars Bought and Sold HIGHWAY MOTOR SALES Cartown U.S.A. DAVID FARQUHAR, Jr. 916 Long DAVID FARQUHAR, III Hill Road Phone: Groton, Conn. 445-4435 (Opposite Groton Shoppers Mart) ATLANTIC LUMBER COMPANY 10 Oak Street Westerly, R. I. Phone 445-2401 COURT COLVER INC. Est. 1938 Boats and Everything for Them Business Route U.S. No 1 COURT P. O. Box 2 COLVER Groton, Conn, 06340 Stonington 203 535-2035 THE SPARRE AGENCY, INC. Real Estate, Insurance CARROLL DUNHAM 122 Water Street Real Estate Stonington, Conn. 06378 £v4J Meanwhile back at the lab... Monsanto scientists and engineers are searching for new ways to improve your life. They may be working on new ways to improve pork production, or to package foods and beverages in non-polluting disposable containers, or to prevent weather discomfort by developing better insulation. The discoveries made by Monsanto today may make your life measurably better tomorrow. Monsanto a nice company to have around. Rt. 184 Best of Luck to Wheeler's Best Class of 1972 A P DINER Groton, Conn. HIGGINS PHARMACY 599-5770 F ree Delivery Pawcatuck, Connecticut Hardware Housewares Appliances Since 1815 COTTRELL LUMBER COMPANY Mystic, Conn. 06355 Tel. Mystic 536-2651 GASTON G. NAPERT Real Estate All Types WOMf SOUK OVU 535-0584 11 Kingswood Dr. North Stonington, Conn. HI BILL’S TRACTOR SERVICE, INC. Hinckly Hill Road Pawcatuck, Conn. Trucks - Tractors Phone: 599-4768 UNITED BUILDERS SUPPLY CO. Lumber Kitchen Cabinets Paint Paneling Hardware ■ Mason's Supplies 30 Oak St. , Westerly R.I. LITTLE RED HORSE NURSERY SCHOOL Preschool Training Children 3 to 5 Yers. Hewitt Rd. , North Stonington Phone: 535-0001 THE JUVENILE SHOP PLASTIC WIRE CABLE CORP A SUBSIDIARY OF TRIANGLE INDUSTRIES, INC. Jewett City, Connecticut AGWAY FARM AND gVti GARDEN SUPPLIES .£3 Friendship Street Westerly, R. I. ANDERSON INSURANCE INC. HOLT’S PIC’N PAY SUPER MARKET 3 Roosevelt Avenue Mystic, Connecticut Bank Square Mystic, Ct. WESTERLY GRAIN AND SUPPLY Phone: 536-9671 Featuring Blue Seal Feeds Also Wholesale for Distributor THE HOME ELECTRIC COMPANY 535 Long Hill Road, Groton, Connecticut Zenith, Motorola, Westinghouse T.V. and Hi-Fi Sales and Service 445-6951 - RUDY VENDITTI Phone: 596-2638 Friendship Street Westerly, R. I. 182 BENDETT’S SPECIALTY SHOP THE CLOSET IF IT S GOOD FOOD Home of Quality and Service 101 Main Street Stonington, Connecticut Phone: 203-535-0750 JERRY’S HARBOR VIEW 'Home of the Famous Lobster Tray Stonington, Connecticut at Cannon Square Fuel Oil and Burners Hardware 81 NO LOSS, INC. P. O. BOX 186 STONINGTON, CONN. 06378 TEL: 535-0101 - 0102 Sales and Service LP Bottled Gas IT Silversides. From When we delivered the world's first nuclear-powered submarine. Nautilus, to the Navy in 1955, it marked the beginning of a new era. This year we are delivering the fleet's 100th nuclear-powered Nautilus to Silversides we have built, with fij pride, more than one-nuclear underseas ft GENERAL DY Electric Boat Division AMIC5 =,« S ® cience for the worlds well being 184 ea m ms !3Cc omes 19 East Main Street Mystic, Connecticut WILLIAM F. SHEA Director 110 West Broad Street Pawcatuck, Connecticut JAMES P. O'BOYLE Manager What is more important than a young generation full of the knowledge that will contribute to the expansion of an even greater tomorrow. We wish to take time to to congratulate the youthful men and women of Wheeler who have completed another vital step in their education. NEW LONDON FEDERAL SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION Where you save does make a difference. New London Niantic THE ||p: SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY'S ONLY DAILY NEWSPAPER SERVING SOUTHERN RHOOE ISLAND AND EASTERN CONNECTICUT Mystic Groton Waterford Call 596-7791 for Delivery to Your Home Pawcatuck, Conn. Norwich Office: Main Street at Broadway Norwichtown Office: Meadows Shopping Center Ledyard Office: Vality Shopping Center 186 187 $ sp MYSELF I have to live with myself, and so I want to be fit for myself to know, I want to be able, as days go by, Al | lQok myself straight in the eye; I don't want to stand, with the setting sun, And hate myself for things I have done. I can never hide myself from me; I see what others may never see; I know what others may never know, 1 never can fool myself, and so. Whatever happens, I want to be Self-respecting and conscience free. - Edgar A. Guest. God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change those things I can, and wisdom to know the difference. Y '4 jUnH. v A Ar •, •rl fv Sj V. i $v r 4 - «• ’ •: r :r •? - Vf!S T T'-a :- r.VJ •- -. «■ « V W ;' 'v fiv p � . .it A . • 2- V T ' ni w ' ' i- t'w ■} • . 4 ’ . ?: ;, • VI ■ I iW • ' — ■ i - c3?3i 3®? , - ' aS Sfe « •■ -i. i Hi ►« «r N£ - -lf?Sj� ' - A .OL •. -