My Career:No military---Gold Mining owner/operator,motion picture producer,carpenter/plumber, Home contracting,Tennis Instructor and tournament player, Professional Basketball Europe and US,Entrepreneur,Sustainable communities,Inventor with patent,Property management, Maitre D and Captain in French Restaurants and Showrooms
How I spend my free time:Ski Nordic and Alpine in winter (50-100 days/Yr) Summer-Tennis, swimming, biking, hiking etc Meditation and enlightenment practice, (Updated 3/2/2015)
Bobbi Carrington Ledbetter Address:120 N Peachtree St Apt 217 Liberty, SC 29657
Home:941 773-6473 Email:bobbiled01@gmail.com
Spouse:Married to Kip for 35 years with 2 children.
Personal:Kip and I met as 7th graders at Walker Jr High. Always friends, we never dated until after we graduated from MHS. We are celebrating our 35th anniversary this year. Kip is an architect, working with Jerry Zoller in Bradenton. We have two sons. Brett lives in Pensacola, Fl and works in construction. Christopher, currently in Bradenton, is an industrial designer, working primarily in museum design. Mac and Joker, our unruly dachshunds, complete the family. Our family left Bradenton in the 70's. After relocations to Montgomery and Louisville, we settled in the Florida panhandle, living in Gulf Breeze for 18 years. We have now returned to Bradenton and are enjoying being "Home"!
My Education:I attended Manatee Jr College, taking the computer science course when computers filled rooms and used punch cards. In a changing industry, my education has been continuous-- usually from IBM and other computer vendors.
My Career:I have worked in the computer industry for over 35 years, mostly in management of data processing departments and working with consultant firms. I began my own consultant business 15 years ago in the panhandle working with IBM AS400 clients. After returning to Bradenton, I have continued this work as a home based business.
How I spend my free time:What spare time!?! After a 25 year absence, we've had a lot of catching up to do with both of our families and many of our long time MHS friends. (We haven't even finished unpacking!) When we do find idle time, we enjoy exploring this beautiful area again and watching Auburn Football. (Updated 11/7/2017)
Nick Carter Address:18555 SE Geranium Rd Fort Myers, FL 33912-3324
Email:nickcarter144@comcast.net
Lynnda Cash Keels Address:520 Country Mtn Rdg Dr Murphy, NC 28906
Home:4237152550 Office:423-339-4238 Email:lynnda.keels@yahoo.com
I have 1 child.
Personal:Married to Donn Keels for 12 years; 1 son, Jasonn, Knoxville, TN; has his own business and is a gifted musician
My Education:BSN, University of Tampa; MSN, University of Tennessee; Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
My Career:I celebrated (???) 40 years in nursing this year. During that time, I have held a variety of jobs in administration, education and clinical practice. I retired in 2012 to my mountaintop in the Great Smokey Mountain National Forest. From my porch, I can see 3 states. I start every morning with a good cup of coffee looking over the valley. I currently work part-time for Humana Insurance as a Care Manager, helping seniors transition home from hospital and nursing homes. I am also active with Logan's Run and Rescue, helping with rescued animals and the spay/neuter program.
How I spend my free time:After retirement, it's all spare time! I enjoy quilting and classes at the John C. Campbell Folk School.
Other comments:My brother, Don, and I operate Lyndon Kennels. We breed and raise show-quality toy poodles (reds). All of the puppies are named after University of Tennessee athletes. Our longest living pup, Peyton, lived until last summer. He was 22 years and 3 months old. (He was born when Peyton Manning first came to the university.) We have had some very interesting puppy names over the years! (Updated 9/30/2015)
David Cheshire Address:7106 Palm Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217
Home:941-778-4161 Office:225 977-5762 Email:sdcheshire@gmail.com
Spouse:Married to Susan for 47 years with 2 children and 4 grandchildren.
Personal:I was dating several girls, and one (a mutual friend) thought Susan and I would be a good match. I put the suggestion on hold, needing to also do a little studying. However, after seeing her at a fraternity party, decided there was room for one more. The others quickly fell to the side since good looking, sweet Georgia peaches are hard to resist. We married after Susan finished Emory University, and she taught elementary school and helped put me through graduate school. I returned the favor while she got a Masters in Library Science from George Peabody / Vanderbilt. Susan was the elementary librarian at a very large private school in Louisiana, and is now retired. I retired in 2011, and we moved to Holmes Beach. We have two sons - Clay is 42, went to LSU and then the University of Georgia for a law degree. He does general counsel and firearms work and was quite effective in courtroom battles. He is married to an attorney and they have a 3-year old daughter. Alan is 40, attended Tulane undergraduate, has a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins, and manages a central consulting group for Vanguard Financial. His wife Tricia is an anesthesiologist, and they have an 10-year old son and 6-year old twins (girl and boy). We also have two 4-legged children. Daisy is a miniature blue dapple dachsund with one blue and one brown eye, and Goby-san is a Shih Tzu.
My Education:1970 Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from Georgia Tech (co-op work experience saved me from being a PhD research chemist). 1972 Master's in Chemical Engineering and MBA (Management) from University of Florida.
My Career:Captain, U.S. Army Chemical Corps (nuclear, biological and chemical warfare - defense, of course). E.I. DuPont Spunbonded R&D and manufacturing in Nashville, Tennessee. Specialized in new product development and market evaluation, and higher speed processes.Exxon Chemical in Houston: Global demulsifier technology lead for industrial uses; sales support. Head of plant and project engineering. Moved to Baton Rouge as Regional Sales Manager for specialty chemicals used by oil refineries and petrochemical plants. My reps covered eastern U.S. and Canada, and all of the Caribbean (tough assignment!). Energy Manager for ExxonMobil oil refineries, chemical and plastics plants, and numerous smaller operations in Louisiana. Responsible for ~$1B/year of natural gas and fuel gas; electricity / steam cogeneration; electricity purchases and surplus power sales; oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and water; and taxes. Also responsible for Public Service Commission, regulatory attorneys, trade associations and coalitions for state, regional and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issues and evolving policies.Cheshire Energy Consulting (post retirement): Multi-state and utility integration into regional transmission grid and power markets
How I spend my free time:Now enjoying retirement - extra sleep, no commute (golf cart when needed), and able to read the paper while drinking coffee! Beach and pool time, spur-of-the-moment activities, serving as 24-hour Assisted Living staff for our ancient Shih-Tzu. Local politics (Charter Review Commission; Urban Land Institute Study; Chair, Best Form of Government Committee; campaigns manager). Church Treasurer and choir. Visiting grandkids (and kids) and other countries (England/Scotland/Wales, central/eastern Europe, Spain/Portugal, and Canada. We always end the day with wine and a quiet talk on our lanai.
Other comments:South Louisiana is unlike the other 49 1/2 states, and was a fun place to live - and eat - for 31 years (Hint - Never live in the same house that long; accumulate way too much stuff!). From 2010-2012 we updated and expanded our vacation home in Holmes Beach into our "forever" home (assuming no major hurricane). (Updated 11/8/2017)
Suzanne Chester Pfeiffer Address:210 E. Government St. Suite C Pensacola, FL 32502
Home:850 449-3472 Office:850-444-6868 Email:sapfeiff@southernco.com
I have 1 child and 1 grandchild.
Personal:Single, was married to Charlie Pfeiffer for 29 years we have a wonderful daughter, Kim. Kim and her husband Bill have a 2 1/2 year little boy, Spenser. Bill and Kim lived in California for the past 9 years. He is a Major in the Marines at Camp Pendleton and flys Cobra Helicopters. Bill spent a year over in Iraq and thank god he made it home safely. They just spent a month with me in Pensacola in transition to Washington, DC where Bill will be working at the Pentagon and Kim will be moving into their new home and getting settled in Alexandria. And of course, soon as the boxes are empty, grandma will be there!!! With Bill being in the Military, they have been stationed in California, England, New York, and now Washington. So needless to say, I have gotten the chance to visit some neat places.
My Education:I have alway thought I wanted to work in the beauty related business. So in 2002, I went to cosmotology school and got a license as an esthetician for specialty skin care. I worked in a couple of jobs parttime, but mostly keep my license current so when I retire from my real job I can have fun working in a job where my heart is.
My Career:Started working for Gulf Power Utility Company, subsidiary of Southern Company, in 1978. Worked 22 years in the Human Resources Department. Last five years have been in the power delivery and transmission side of the business. God, isn't it time to retire yet!!!!
How I spend my free time:I live downtown in the Historical District of Pensacola. Lots of fun to live and work within 3 blocks of where all the fun things happen. I love working in the yard. I enjoy reading and cooking, trying out new recipes. Boating is our favorite pasttime as we have many waterways to explore. And of course traveling can't be left out.
Other comments:Look forward to seeing everyone!
Karen Chudy Lassman Address:2815 Hackney Road Weston, FL 33331
Home:954 384-8410 Email:karenlassman@yahoo.com
Spouse:Married to Mark for 33 years with 2 children.
Personal:Met Mark at FSU. Married in Atlanta in '72. Lived in Columbia, South Carolina before settling in South Florida. Have two sons, now ages 28 and 25 who are pursuing careers in computer gaming and graphic design.
My Education:Florida State University - B. S. in Fashion MerchandisingFlorida Atlantic University - B. A. in Education
My Career:Worked for Davidson's Department Store (now Macy's) and Jefferson's Department Store (no longer in business). Homemaker since my sons were born. Also taught ESOL and did substitute teaching.
How I spend my free time:Enjoy reading, gardening and going to the gym (especially for spinning) when not traveling the world. Have been to six of the seven continents.
Other comments:I really wanted to attend this Reunion but we will be on a trip to Central Europe that could not be rescheduled. Hope to see you all next time. (Updated 5/28/2010)
Janeen Clapper Miller(Passed Away) Address:1456 Allen Walker Rd Grove Hill, AL 36451
Home:251 275-8035
Spouse:Married to Jay for 45 years with 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
Personal:Have been married to my husband since 1965 (Dec.) We met right after I moved to Indiana and he had just gotten home from Viet Nam. We have three children, 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. (Our son is being promoted this month actually - Chief Warrant Officer two - US Army - he spent 2006 in Iraq training Iraqi police as a Staff Sgt.) We retired to Alabama - don't laugh - we love it here, no income tax on the pension, it was an instant raise! I'm very much "into" quilting and one of Jay's hobbies is gardening (we have an acre out in the boonies and woods). He can also walk across the road to go fishing. A community band was recently started here so I dug out the french horn and have been having a ball with that... not that I can play all that well - at all??? LOL
My Career:Job? bite your tongue.... "we" are retired.
How I spend my free time:Computer time, quilting, photography, reading, travel (the midwest, southeast US) - all that kinda good stuff...
Other comments:Lousy health, just glad to still be here and can still smell the roses.... (Updated 3/28/2015)
Linda Clark Baker(Passed Away)
Jeanne Clark Chapin Address:4202 13th Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205 (Updated 9/8/2009)
Bernie Clark
Ken Cleary Address:4890 Annette Dr. Tallahassee, FL 32303
Home:850 576-7189 Office:850 576-7189 Email:CHIEF1WING@AOL.COM
Spouse:Married to Kathleen (Kathy)Deceased for 35 years with 1 child.
Personal:I met my wife Kathy here in Tallahassee. Our son, Kevin Cormac McArt is 32-years-old. He is currently the Legislative Affairs Director for the Fla. Dept. of Environmental Services. He recently became engaged to a lady who happens to be from Bradenton.
My Education:Although I left Bradenton for the university of Florida, that didn't last long. I came to Tallahassee in the winter of '69 and enrolled in the Right university. I turned my life around and became a Seminole. It still took awhile to graduate but finally got a B.A. In English Lit. In 1987. I am also a certified general contractor.
My Career:Have been involved in various phases of the construction business since '72. Am currently V.P. Of Operations for PSBI, a commercial/industrial Gen. Contractor. Have been w/ PSBI since '87.I am retired, however I retain an interest in PSBI.
How I spend my free time:I collect rare books, hunt, travel when possible (mostly to Ireland),and follow FSU football.
Other comments:Currently enjoying reasonably good health and a good life! (Updated 11/28/2017)
Mae Clemmons
Bonnie Cline Mann Address:223 NW Wallace Way McMinnville, OR 97128
Home:503 434-4354 Office:503 565-4916
Spouse:Married to Jim for 7 years with 3+2 children and 2 grandchildren.
Personal:I met my husband Jim through a mutual friend and we are so happy it should be against the law! We have a wonderful time together and I wish we had met sooner! We have 5 children between us who live in either Oregon or Montana. Our two grandchildren live in Montana so we tend to make a few trips there each year! One son has a coffee roasting business, one is a teacher, one daughter is a school counseor, one is in school for nursing and one is a 911 dispatcher and EMT. They are all out of the house and self-supporting! YEA!!!
My Education:After Manatee High, I spent two years at Manatee Junior College and then finished at Florida State with a degree in Criminology and Corrections. In 1974 I earned my Masters degree in Education. In 1988 I received my second Bachelor's degree in elementary education.
My Career:After Florida State, I went to South Korea to work for the Army (civilian) as a recreation director on an Army post. I came back to Bradenton for a short while and worked for a year on a team that was developed to help smooth the desegregation of the Manatee County schools. Next on to Georgia and back with the Army where my fiance was stationed. We had met in Korea and married in 1971. We moved to his home state of Oregon and that is where I have been ever since! I have spent my entire working career in education as a counselor, Title I teacher, music teacher and classroom teacher. I am currently serving as the president of our 315 member teachers' union.
How I spend my free time:When I have spare time, my husband and I love to travel as much as we can. We spent our honeymoon in the UK and have been all over the United States on train, plane, bus, and car! I have also been all over the Orient and some places in Europe. I also live for the time I can spend with my grandchildren in Montana.
Other comments:Life has been an interesting journey! Since all of my family still live in Bradenton I do get back there once in awhile but the funny thing is I never see anyone I know! My husband and I talk about retiring part of the year to Florida so I can see my family more and who knows, maybe then I will run into some old classmates! Even if I don't make the reunion this year, I will be thinking about you all and reading the biographies. Have fun!
Rosemary Clouse Propes Address:4641 Meadowridge Dr Charlotte, NC 28226
Home:704 540-9413 Office:980 387 2319 Email:rlpropes0309@gmail.com
Personal:Single, no children
My Education:Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, took some college courses relating to IT
My Career:Retired from Bank of America after 36 years of service, went back to the working at the bank in '07
How I spend my free time:beach/sunsets/reading, spending time with family and friends
Other comments:My Mom passed away right after High School, so I stayed busy raising my younger brothers and sisters. When you're young you have no idea about what it takes to raise a family until something happens to one of your parents. I've been working since I turned 15 and I must say even to this day I love to work. I currently work for Bank of America and have been for the past forty years. It certainly keeps me on my toes. I left my beloved Florida in 1998 and moved to Charlotte, NC. It took me sometime to adjust to living here, but now I love it! It is great for riding my motorcycle. Love the mountains and the change in the seasons. I am truly blessed to have a nice home, loving family and many friends that help me get through the rough days. I don't worry about getting old, I think of all the friends and loved ones in our lives that are no longer with us. Each day is a blessing! I am looking forward to seeing all my classmates of the class of 1965! In 2015 I made the decision to move back home to Florida to be with my family. I am so fortunate to work for a company that supported my move and permitted me to keep my job. Being home feels great! (Updated 11/15/2017)
Tom Coarsey Address:1788 Dickey Rd. Murphy, NC 28906-9798
Home:828 644-1818 Email:daisybear32149@hotmail.com
Spouse:Married to Sharon Fezatte for 39.5 years with 05 children and 10 grandchildren.
Personal:I met my wife at work. Our children: Scott works at Verizon as an engineer and lives in Alpharetta, Ga. Michele is a Physical Therapist and lives in Lake City, Fl. Caryn is in charge of an office for Enterprise Car Rental and lives in Hampton, Ga. Sheila works for a Tax Accountant and lives in Palmetto, Fl. Christi works at Pacific Tomato Growers and lives in Bradenton.
My Education:Two years at MCC.
My Career:Retired from U.S. Postal Service with 33 years of service.
How I spend my free time:Hunting, Fishing, Wood Turning, and helping others
Other comments:We moved to western North Carolina after we retired and enjoy the mountain life. (Updated 6/5/2015)
John Cobb Address:2807 51st St W Bradenton, FL 34209
Home:941 795-4438 (Updated 9/8/2009)
Cheryl Cockburn Schoelles Address:1456 Dutton Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Spouse:Married to Carl for 35 years with 1 child.
Personal:I met Carl where I worked the day, July3, before I was to move to Oregon to live on a commune.He asked me out but I didn't think I had time to go anywhere. On July 4, I changed my mind and went. I am glad I did because we have been together ever since. I do not believe in love at first sight. Fortunately, I am not in charge. My son lives a block away with his wife, who just graduated from college as a teacher in special ed..They are both great and we are close. I went to Manatee Jr. and Florida Atlantic Universry. From here it grows complicated so I will just skim over it. My husband worked in construction and the Golden Gate Bridge and then retired. I was a part time worker. When I was pregnant I was extremely ill with kidney problems. That problem led to other problems and a good part of my life was and still is, spent dealing with my health. I have good friends, a nice dog,and a wonderful husband. I have a large yard and garden, I read, go to classes on things of interest,also museums, the zoo,arbatorium, all of the wonderful places of that sort. I also attend plays often and I love every kind of dance. I recently saw Cirque de soliel in Vegas. I like to go camping, the desert , the mountains, yosemite, just to much to list. I also like church and am an episcopalean. and of course family and friends. Uh oh, I just noticed the education and work part of this bio.. Sorry, already done it here.
Other comments:I only went to manatee for a year if that so I doubt many of you remember me. Maybe Patty? Hi Patty. and maybe Sally, hi Sally. I opposed Vietnam war.I was NOT against our soldiers. It was mainly to save our men that I opposed us being there.
