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09/14/18 08:27 PM #52    

 

Jean Wahlstrom (Salley)

Does anyone remember Mrs. Gorman?  She was my third grade teacher at Kishwaukee School.  Her obituary was in the paper this week.


08/17/21 05:52 PM #53    

 

Linda Bergquist (Johnson)

It has been brought to my attention that we lost another classmate, Eileen Einhorn Stanley passed away on 8/11/2021.  It was not in the local newspaper, but it is on line at www.fitzgeraldfh.com/obituaries.  The funeral and visitation was today.   I tried to up load it, but am not able to do it.  I know that John used to post the obituary on this page, but I am sorry, I am having a hard time doing it.

 

Linda 


08/18/21 04:34 PM #54    

 

Michael Foster

Obituary

Eileen H. Stanley, 75, of Rockford, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021. She was born July 23, 1946, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Clarence and Helen (Zakrzewski) Einhorn. Eileen is a graduate of East High School. She worked as a machinist in the Rockford area. Eileen was a life- long catholic. She was a member of the Saint Peregrine Cancer Support Group and the Rockford Ovarian Cancer Support Group. She also volunteered at Healing Pathways. Eileen was a self-taught painter, specializing in acrylic painting, she enjoyed crocheting and gardening. Eileen especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Jim (Shelley) Stanley and Kim (Skip) Rabey; grandchildren, Sherry Stanley, James Stanley, Jarrod (Julia) Rabey and Jordan Rabey; good friend Jackie Nystrom and her support group friends. She is preceded in death by her parents and special friend, Raymond Nath.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Swedish American Regional Cancer Center.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 6:00 PM, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108. A public visitation will be held prior to the service from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Eileen's name to the Saint Peregrine Cancer Support Group c/o Holy Family Catholic Church, 4407 Highcrest Road, Rockford, IL 61107. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family. Share on-line condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.


09/19/21 03:48 PM #55    

Gloria Chostner (Swanson)

Gregory Rudeen was one of the kindest people I knew. We worked together for over a year and he was always a friend. So sorry for family's loss.

12/31/21 09:23 AM #56    

Tom DiPuma

1964 is a long time ago!  All of us still here are vey fortunate and may have experienced the absolute best of times.  There as a cloudy transition through the late sixties and seventies as the transition to equal opportunity accelerated and the Viet Nam experiment stumbled its way to an end game.  From the late 70's on, we experienced an incredible run as the technology, economy, access to knowlege and opportunities to experience other cultures through travel or commentary exploded.   The effect of  the mass avaibility of broadcast and on demand videos and instant communiction at such high quality is just beginning to impact the nature of personal relationships, the ability to learn new skills and concepts and form personal relationships. It's a significant strength can also be the most significant weakness if it is not in balance.    The ability of social media companies to parse and monitor every keystroke or selection of content you make and then apply artificial intelligence to predict your wants, desires and needs is spooky.  Add voice communications and facial recognition, and you have the abilty to score, rank and segment individuals by pre determined categories.. All developed in collaboration by Google and facebook for the CCP and now utilized to screen content, rank and block users on those platforms.   No matter your political persuasion, it should give pause.  If "the other side" with evil intent had control of those capabilities, it would make you nervous.  If your side had control, you would be glad they had that capbility.   Think about that.  If it doesn't bother you, you are being played.  It is a simple old trick - anxiety and fear has your full attention and focuses you away from other risks or threats coming your way.   You have lost a degree of freedom that when combined with unfettered access to your financial accounts, will allow for selective targeting by the potential to be an opposing force or future competitor.  It is not even hard to imagine that all that is truem because it already exists.    Now think of 1964.  We could not imagine the advances that have taken place in the last 50+ years.  What will it be like when our grandkids are 75?  I hope they still have the degree of freedom we have experienced.  Freedom to spend our time and accumulated wealth as we please.   The only time I my choices were restricted was during my time as a draftee in the US Army 1968-1970.  I was fortunate, came back and went on to grad school and a business career.  Let's hope the grandkids have those opportunities and more.  Go Erabs...                     


01/01/22 06:43 PM #57    

Robert Willey

Right on Tom. I would only add as I would have in the late 70s that unforturnately our advances in social interactions and  mutual respect  have not kept up with our techno advances. Bob Willey 

 


01/01/22 09:09 PM #58    

 

Curtis Johnson

 

A well thought out post, Tom. You were my first friend when we were only 4-years-old. I lived around the corner from you on Regan St. I remember being impressed with your Lionel train. I'm glad you are still alive, my friend. Best wishes to you in 2022! Take care, Tom.

 


 

 


01/02/22 11:15 AM #59    

Geneva Garson (Swing)

Very well-thought post!!

 

 


08/02/22 06:10 PM #60    

 

Wayne Christensen

Classmate David Quist is guide for one of Napa Valley's very best wine tour companies if you happen to be traveling in California wine country and need a guide.

{waynechristensen.substack.com/p/napa-valley-and-sonoma-wine-tours}


08/03/22 06:58 PM #61    

 

William Nolan

I haven't really been on here before, although I joined a while ago.  I have lost touch with all of my classmates over the years.  So, some catchup.  I went to Michigan State University from high school graduation until 1968.  I got married in 1967 to Sara, and we will be celebrating our 55th in September.  In the 70s I worked as a journeyman electrician, held a general contractor's license, and owned a couple retail stores.  I actually like going to school, so I did it a lot, ending up with 4 Master's degrees and a doctorate.  I taught college for 35 years.  Now I am retired and write books, which you can find on Amazon -- some non-fiction and some sci-fi. (Link in profile) We have lived in Arizona since fall of 1973.  We have a rural lifestyle, with dogs, cats, chickens, and horses.  I have two sons in their 50's (one passed this year) and a daughter 18, plus 5 granddaughters and 2 great grandsons.  I may be out of line here, since I don't know if introductions like this are usual.  If anyone remembers me (doubtful) give me a shout.  Like everyone I am on Facebook, but as Bill Nolan..


08/03/22 08:03 PM #62    

 

Wayne Christensen

You message, regrettably, was cut off. Please repost remaining portion ....

 


08/04/22 01:02 PM #63    

 

William Nolan

Thank you Wayne for letting me know my message was cut off.  I don't know what is missing.  It looks complete, but I'm old.  What do I know.  I will add a link to my page here.

https://www.amazon.com/Bill-Nolan/e/B06XXPBK1Q/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1


08/04/22 04:09 PM #64    

 

Wayne Christensen

cool


08/06/23 12:47 PM #65    

 

David Carlson

Vacationing in Italy in early June before the heat wave - 2023


08/06/23 12:58 PM #66    

 

David Carlson

Vacationing in Italy in early June 2023 before the heat wave


08/06/23 02:53 PM #67    

 

Wayne Christensen

Lucky you!


08/06/23 11:28 PM #68    

Gary Knodle

Do not fear for the diminished future of our grandchildren.  Fear for our immediate future.  In 1966-69, one could buy a fully-loaded new car for $4-5000. Now, for that price, one can barely buy a junk, used car.  In 1969-1970, for $17, two people could eat for a week.  What is next?


08/07/23 02:14 PM #69    

Robert Jacobson

I was wondering if that is the Amalfi Coast.  It is beautiful.


08/08/23 11:09 AM #70    

 

David Carlson

Yes it is on the Amalfi Coast.  The photo was taken in Positano.  We took a boat between Positano and the town of Amalfi. Other places included Venice, Rome, Lake Como and more.


08/09/23 03:06 PM #71    

 

Katie Williamson (Ellisen-Doe)

It's a beautiful place. I toured Italy as well and loved every minute of every place I visited Venice, Florence, Assisi, Rome, Pompeii, Amalfii coast and Isle of Capri. 😍👍


08/10/23 11:58 AM #72    

 

Wayne Christensen

We've so enjoyed traveling to Italy for many years. An early trip took us to a balsamic vinegar winery and head tales of one particular bottle of balsamic being handed down for generations as a wedding gift.   

We sampled 10, 20, 30, and 40 year old balsamic.

We ate our first white truffles on that trip, too.

More importantly, it seems I created an "untended legacy" for my grandkids. My son took all four of them to Italy this summer.

One learned went to a pizza-making class.

Another swam with fish.

Another tasted wine for the first time.

And the last one took a gnocchi class. Gnocchi Italian dumplings made with flour, eggs, and potatoes. His birthday was this summer and gets every year to pick dinner. He choose GNIOCCHI!

Is that legacy or what!

 


08/10/23 04:36 PM #73    

 

David Carlson

Nice posting and photos of your grandkids......My wife, son, daughter, and one of my granddaughters went on this trip in June with me.  It was a great experience. My wife, son, and I have been to Italy before, but this was the first time for my daughter and granddaughter. While at Lake  Como, we made a trip over to lugano, Switzerland.

 


08/11/23 02:22 PM #74    

 

Wayne Christensen

Thank you, David.


01/16/24 07:28 PM #75    

Gloria Chostner (Swanson)

Any 1964 grads turning 20 on Feb 29, 2024?

03/25/24 08:45 AM #76    

 

Linda Bergquist (Johnson)

I have received an email looking for Terry Lundgren - he hasn't joined our class page, so I told the person that I would post a message and see if it gets any information.  His name is Richard Meznarich and he is looking to find Terry - If anyone has any idea where Terry is he would appreciate if you let me know,

 

Linda 


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