Sunday, October 11, 2015

2015 and 2014 AHS Class of 1955 Blog, Meetings, and Information

Click "Read More" for the year through 20151009, (Before the 60th  reunion):


20150923 Request for Help with List of Deceased Class Members
 
Good evening,
I am asking for help!!!  I am sending this email to a random list of folks who might have some input on the request from Maxine and Olin. (See email below).
They are wanting to update our list of deceased class members (and especially since the  last Reunion) but it appears that we don’t have this information anywhere.  Ann and Lloyd have been so good to send out emails when we knew of deaths but not sure anyone has any kind of a list.  If we could get some, it would be better than none.  Even if you don’t know, if you know of someone who might know, please see how you can help.

Olin did such a nice book at the 58th, 2 years ago, and is planning to do this for us again.  Please see what you can do and if you have anything to add, please send directly to Maxine, xxxxxxxxxx, and this will be more direct.

This will be so appreciated.  Time is important since we are so near to the time and Olin will be printing this for us  Thanks for your quick attention to this.
See you soon
Charlotte ------------------
From: Maxine
Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 6:46 PM
To: charlotte maness
Subject: Re: AHS 60th reunion

Charlotte,
It is Olin’s intention to produce a saddle stitched booklet picturing all those deceased class members. I do have the list of the deceased that were listed in the 58th booklet.  I, however, have been unable to get a list of those who have passed since that reunion.  I have tried Nancy York and Ann Hamlet.  I need help in producing an up-to-date list. Please advise - thank you.
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60th Reunion Reminder October 10, 2015
Good morning to all AHS Class of 1955!!!!

It is today, SEPTEMBER 22, and our reunion is getting close. I thought I would use the email list to remind all of you to get registered and plan to be there.
Letters went out a month ago and I hope that many reservations are coming in.  I will be checking with our great Treasurer, Nancy York, to see but wanted to send this note to all of you.

Can you believe it has been 60 years???  I find it difficult sometime but what a blessing we all enjoy.
You all have said that you wanted this to be a time to just talk and visit.  That is what we are planning around a great meal, of course.

If you have not registered, get yours in the mail today.  I have attached the letter that went out in August with Nancy’s address, etc.

The committee hopes to see you there and let’s make this another great memory!!!  Bring your stories to tell and we will have fun, I can assure you

Charlotte Freeman Maness

Eddie Wilkes, Don Bristow, Maxine Lee, Nancy York, Lloyd and Ann Hamlet, committee 
SEPTEMBER 22, 2015


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20150831 Growing Old(er) from Eddie


This is too good not to pass on!     Good way of looking at long life.  

Some of us have reached our golden years, and some of us have not. But these suggestions should be read by everyone. They have been collected from many a senior, each with his or her own piece of advice. Some you know, some may surprise you, and some will remind you of what's important. So read well, share with your loved ones, and have a great day and a great life!

 

1.       It's time to use the money you saved up. Use it and enjoy it. Don't just keep it for those who may have no notion of the sacrifices you made to get it. Remember there is nothing more dangerous than a son or daughter-in-law with big ideas for your hard earned capital. Warning: This is also a bad time for an investment, even if it seems wonderful or fool-proof. They only bring problems and worries and this is a time for you to enjoy some peace and quiet.

 

2.       Stop worrying  . . . . . Click here to read more

20150818 Robert McCall's 54-year old son Mark 

Roland Cox called to ask that we let our class members know about the sudden death of Robert McCall's 54-year old son Mark on Sunday. Memorial service will be held  at 10:00 am on Saturday at Christ United Methodist Church on Holden Rd. in Greensboro. Visitation will follow the service.

20150730 Fun at CJs Restaurant (Thursday)
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We had about 42 people as we told of plans for out 60th Reunion  October 10, 2015 at the Pinewood Country Club. A committee lead Charlotte Freeman is working hard on the details . Glad to have more on the committee so let her know if you want to help. The food today was so good with a good selection. Cj's now has an all you can eat salad bar beginning the first of this week. We expressed our sympathy for Faye Furr's brother "Dink" who passed away July 10.  Don Redding encouraged us to  use Facebook  to follow I Grew Up Asheboro NC if you like seeing  Asheboro from years ago and some current stuff. Here is the link.



 
    Ann    Have made reservations at C.J.'s Deli  for July 30th at 11:30
for our class lunch. Hope to have a good crowd since this will be the
last meeting before the reunion. Anyone who has any wishes or request
for the reunion should be prepared to discuss.

                                                  Thanks
                                                  Eddie

 

20100710 Obituary of William Hill  (Faye Furr's brother)

William David "Dink" Hill, age 80, of Asheboro died Friday, July 10, 2015 at the Randolph Hospice House.
Mr. Hill was born in Asheboro on November 15, 1934 to William Guy and Annie Apple Hill. He served his country in the U.S. Army and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his sons, Michael and Kevin Hill, and brother, Jack Hill. David was a loving father and grandfather. David loved gardening and enjoyed reading and studying history.
He is survived by his children, Randy Hill and wife Tammy of Randleman, Lisa Hill Chevez of Asheboro, Todd Hill and wife Andrea of Asheboro, and Rhiannon Chhanuon and husband Sarim of Greensboro; grandchildren, Drew Frazier, Dylan Hill, Michelle Chevez, Nicholas Chevez, Debbie Carrick, Ann Carrick, and Jacob Hill; mother of his children, Barbara Hill of Wilmington; sisters, Faye Furr of Asheboro and Judy Trogdon and husband Vernon of Asheboro; and best canine friend, Cody "The Wonder Dog."
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 11:00 am at Faith Community Church, 4252 US Hwy 220 Business South, Asheboro with Pastor Wayne Eller officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service. Internment will be held at the Neighbor's Grove Wesleyan Church Cemetery.
- See more at: http://main.pughfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/9407/William_David_Hill/obituary.html#tribute-start

 

20150523 Irvin Burns Boaz Sr 1933-2015 (Martha's Husband)

Irvin Boaz Sr.(1933 - 2015)

Irvin Burns Boaz Sr.
1933-2015
Irvin Burns Boaz Sr., 82, passed away peacefully on May 23rd 2015 with his loving wife of 57 years at his side. He was born to the late Janie Hensley Mason and Samuel Robert Boaz in Martinsville, Virginia on May 21, 1933. Irvin was preceded in death by his brother Kennon Robert Boaz and his grandson, James Michael Walker. He graduated from Martinsville High School and went on to join the United States Army. He ended his service after eight years as a First Lieutenant and went on to earn a B.S. in Architectural Engineering and an M.S. in Structural Engineering from Virginia Tech University.
During his service, he married Martha Gloria Patterson on August 4th, 1957. Irvin worked for Shell Oil Company for 31 years while he and Martha raised an active family of four. He enjoyed the highest accolades as a Civil Engineer and was well regarded by his colleagues and peers.
He is survived by his loving wife and caretaker, Martha; his sister Jane Carolyn; his children, Irvin (Burns) Jr., and wife Melissa; Michael, David, Lisa and husband James; grandchildren Kristi and husband Jake, Kylie, Michael Jr., Mackenzie, Jake, Cady, Katie, and Brett; great-grandchildren Gage, Carsyn, and Liam.
Irvin would sing or whistle while he worked on his home, his cars, refinishing wood antiques, or on his power walks. He led an incredibly active life but always made his wife and children his first priority.
He retired from Shell in 1993 and shortly afterwards became disabled for the last 21 years of his life. He couldn't have asked for a better caretaker than his wife, Martha. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Forever in our hearts.
Visitation 6-8 pm Wednesday May 27, 2015 at Klein Funeral Home, 16131 Champion Forest Drive, Klein, Texas, 77379. Services at the US Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr., Houston, Texas, 77038, at 10:30 am on Thursday May 28, 2015.
Martha does not have email. Send cards to 25702 Golden Bell Dr., Spring, TX 77389, her phone is 281-376-4062.
Gwen alerted us to Irvin's passing.
Lloyd


20150515 obituary of Wallace J. Hurley, husband of Joan

Nancy Lanier called our attention to the obituary of Wallace J. Hurley, husband of Joan, who died on Wednesday. Visitation is on Friday from 6-8 at Pugh Funeral Home, funeral on Saturdayat  2 pm at Oakhurst Baptist.
Our condolences to Joan.
Lloyd

20150423 Fun at CJs Restaurant (Thursday)

Had a nice crowd and meant to will finish this later but did not. We talked about having another reunion this fall with Charlotte and many others volunteering  in leading the effort. Eddie and I were to check the college football schedules for unc and State and here are links to info. Obviously click on 2015 under football then find the teams if interested.
Have made reservations for class of 55 at C.J.'s Deli for lunch on Thursday April 23rd at 11:30. Hope to have a good crowd. Eddie 20150301 Roland D. Morgan
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Roland D. Morgan, 77, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away at his home on March 1, 2015, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 8, 1937, in Asheboro, and is survived by his wife, Eveline “Boots” Morgan; son, Doug Morgan (Charlene Couch, partner); daughters, Tonya M. Johnston (Edward Johnston, husband) and Alicia Morgan (Holly Wagner, partner); grandchildren, Shawn Morgan, Jessica Johnston, Monica Johnston and Anjelica Johnston; great-grandchildren, Charlie Morgan, Emmy Morgan, Landon Morgan and Tristen Morgan; sister, Candy Brooks (Jimmy Brooks, husband).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Hazel Morgan; and his sister, Carol Gallimore.
He served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1959 in the 345th Bomb Group out of Langley AFB, where he worked on the Canberra B-57 as an aircraft mechanic. Roland joined Delta Airlines in October, 1959, in Miami, Fla., returned to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as a line mechanic in 1964 and retired in 1992. Later, he joined United Parcel Service as an aircraft mechanic from 1994-2009. He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award in October, 2008.
The funeral will be held on March 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church. The viewing will start at noon followed by the funeral service, at 2 p.m. The burial will proceed at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church in honor of Roland.
- See more at: http://courier-tribune.com/obituaries/roland-d-morgan#sthash.Zr9IZHMn.6Ckq9Hqr.dpuf

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WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Roland D. Morgan, 77, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away at his home on March 1, 2015, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 8, 1937, in Asheboro, and is survived by his wife, Eveline “Boots” Morgan; son, Doug Morgan (Charlene Couch, partner); daughters, Tonya M. Johnston (Edward Johnston, husband) and Alicia Morgan (Holly Wagner, partner); grandchildren, Shawn Morgan, Jessica Johnston, Monica Johnston and Anjelica Johnston; great-grandchildren, Charlie Morgan, Emmy Morgan, Landon Morgan and Tristen Morgan; sister, Candy Brooks (Jimmy Brooks, husband).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Hazel Morgan; and his sister, Carol Gallimore.
He served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1959 in the 345th Bomb Group out of Langley AFB, where he worked on the Canberra B-57 as an aircraft mechanic. Roland joined Delta Airlines in October, 1959, in Miami, Fla., returned to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as a line mechanic in 1964 and retired in 1992. Later, he joined United Parcel Service as an aircraft mechanic from 1994-2009. He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award in October, 2008.
The funeral will be held on March 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church. The viewing will start at noon followed by the funeral service, at 2 p.m. The burial will proceed at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church in honor of Roland.
- See more at: http://courier-tribune.com/obituaries/roland-d-morgan#sthash.Zr9IZHMn.6Ckq9Hqr.dpuf

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WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Roland D. Morgan, 77, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away at his home on March 1, 2015, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 8, 1937, in Asheboro, and is survived by his wife, Eveline “Boots” Morgan; son, Doug Morgan (Charlene Couch, partner); daughters, Tonya M. Johnston (Edward Johnston, husband) and Alicia Morgan (Holly Wagner, partner); grandchildren, Shawn Morgan, Jessica Johnston, Monica Johnston and Anjelica Johnston; great-grandchildren, Charlie Morgan, Emmy Morgan, Landon Morgan and Tristen Morgan; sister, Candy Brooks (Jimmy Brooks, husband).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Hazel Morgan; and his sister, Carol Gallimore.
He served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1959 in the 345th Bomb Group out of Langley AFB, where he worked on the Canberra B-57 as an aircraft mechanic. Roland joined Delta Airlines in October, 1959, in Miami, Fla., returned to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as a line mechanic in 1964 and retired in 1992. Later, he joined United Parcel Service as an aircraft mechanic from 1994-2009. He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award in October, 2008.
The funeral will be held on March 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church. The viewing will start at noon followed by the funeral service, at 2 p.m. The burial will proceed at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church in honor of Roland.
- See more at: http://courier-tribune.com/obituaries/roland-d-morgan#sthash.Zr9IZHMn.6Ckq9Hqr.dpuf

Roland D. Morgan













































WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Roland D. Morgan, 77, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away at his home on March 1, 2015, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 8, 1937, in Asheboro, and is survived by his wife, Eveline “Boots” Morgan; son, Doug Morgan (Charlene Couch, partner); daughters, Tonya M. Johnston (Edward Johnston, husband) and Alicia Morgan (Holly Wagner, partner); grandchildren, Shawn Morgan, Jessica Johnston, Monica Johnston and Anjelica Johnston; great-grandchildren, Charlie Morgan, Emmy Morgan, Landon Morgan and Tristen Morgan; sister, Candy Brooks (Jimmy Brooks, husband).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Hazel Morgan; and his sister, Carol Gallimore.
He served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1959 in the 345th Bomb Group out of Langley AFB, where he worked on the Canberra B-57 as an aircraft mechanic. Roland joined Delta Airlines in October, 1959, in Miami, Fla., returned to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as a line mechanic in 1964 and retired in 1992. Later, he joined United Parcel Service as an aircraft mechanic from 1994-2009. He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award in October, 2008.
The funeral will be held on March 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church. The viewing will start at noon followed by the funeral service, at 2 p.m. The burial will proceed at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church in honor of Roland.
- See more at: http://courier-tribune.com/obituaries/roland-d-morgan#sthash.Zr9IZHMn.6Ckq9Hqr.dpuf

Roland D. Morgan













































WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — Roland D. Morgan, 77, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away at his home on March 1, 2015, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 8, 1937, in Asheboro, and is survived by his wife, Eveline “Boots” Morgan; son, Doug Morgan (Charlene Couch, partner); daughters, Tonya M. Johnston (Edward Johnston, husband) and Alicia Morgan (Holly Wagner, partner); grandchildren, Shawn Morgan, Jessica Johnston, Monica Johnston and Anjelica Johnston; great-grandchildren, Charlie Morgan, Emmy Morgan, Landon Morgan and Tristen Morgan; sister, Candy Brooks (Jimmy Brooks, husband).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Hazel Morgan; and his sister, Carol Gallimore.
He served in the Air Force from 1956 to 1959 in the 345th Bomb Group out of Langley AFB, where he worked on the Canberra B-57 as an aircraft mechanic. Roland joined Delta Airlines in October, 1959, in Miami, Fla., returned to Columbia Metropolitan Airport as a line mechanic in 1964 and retired in 1992. Later, he joined United Parcel Service as an aircraft mechanic from 1994-2009. He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award in October, 2008.
The funeral will be held on March 5, at Trinity United Methodist Church. The viewing will start at noon followed by the funeral service, at 2 p.m. The burial will proceed at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church in honor of Roland.
- See more at: http://courier-tribune.com/obituaries/roland-d-morgan#sthash.Zr9IZHMn.6Ckq9Hqr.dpuf
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January 22, 2015 Fun at CJs Restaurant (Thursday)
 AHS Class of '55 Winter Meeting Thursday, January 22, 2015 11:30 C J's Deli Asheboro
Working on this, in meantime here are links
Pictures - January 22, 2015 AHS Meeting : http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/201501122-Fun-at-CJs/46835523_PMjFbD#!i=3836818418&k=MNmf7k7
All Pictures - AHS 1955 Class > http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of
Audio - January 22, 2015 AHS Meeting : http://www.donald71.com/audioahs/20150122-1138%20AHS.WAV
All Audio (well only SOME over the years) http://www.donald71.com/audioahs/?C=N;O=D
AHS Blog : http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/
Pictures - January 22, 2015 McCrary Gym http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/20150122-McCrary-Gym-Current/47187386_3Cm9xR
Pictures (collected) - January 22, 2015 McCrary Gym http://donredding.smugmug.com/Asheboro-NC/20150122-McCrary-Gym-Current/47188175_SgxdmQ#!i=3846654468&k=7gG3NQK
Link to : I GREW UP IN ASHEBORO, NORTH CAROLINA!!! https://www.facebook.com/groups/250252905497/
(Some links, such as the address book, require a password; let me know if you need reminding.)
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December 20, 2014  Ben's Mom

http://main.pughfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/9016/Lillian_Vick/obituary.html#content-start


Lillian McCoy Jackson "Mackie" "Mackie" Vick

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October 4, 2014 Fun in Rocking Chair from Asheboro






October 2, 2014 Fun at CJs Restaurant (Thursday) Eddie made reservations at C.J.'s Deli for Thursday, October 2, 2014, at 11:30 am for our fall meeting. C.J.'s is on 239 White Oak Street. It is time to begin making plans for our 60th reunion. So come full of ideas. LLoyd
>We talked about whether to continue coming to CJ's, not sure anything decided! Had a good group, maybe  40. If you did not come, try to make it next time. Check Pictures at Click here
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July 24, 2014 Fun at CJs Restaurant (Thursday)Hello all!  Eddie  made reservations for our July meeting at C. J.'s Deli at 239 White Oak St. on Thursday, July 24, at 11:30 He hoped to see everyone there.  and we had 41 people present.  Response was positive to  Eddie's question of interest in a (1)Christmas get together this year and (2)a 60th Celebration in 2015. A suggestion was made to use the Sunset Theater . Anne Hamlet reported
positive results when her class used it earlier this year. Good catered meal for about $20. Only issue is that can accommodate only 50 upstairs and overflow down stairs and we probably would have more than 50. Let Eddie have any feedback. Several people told stories and lies never before heard from our AHS days including Benny, Nolan, Don and others. Nolan suggested we should share some of these memories before they go away! here is link to Sunset Theater info. and here is link to photos from the event Photos Here


April 10, 2014 Fun at CJs Restaurant Grand time today. Glad to see folks from far away places . . as always, let me know if anything needs removing .Below are links to pictures  from Ann, Eddie, Maxine, and Don. Notice there are some videos. As always, let me know if I need to remove any. and always send me more!

January 16, 2014 Fun at CJs Restaurant Eddie made reservations at C.J.'s and hoped to see everyone there. Asheboro High School Class of '55 Winter Meeting Thursday January 16, 2014 11:45 a.m.C. J.'s Deli 239 White Oak
Click below for what went on; tell me if anything needs removal or editing.
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