( Saturday, June 3). Same plans as last year, lunch at W. T. S. and back to my place for drinks and then out to dinner. Dave Hahn and I are guaranteed to be there.

Ron Evans 5W5

Richard McCormick 2301 Chestnut Tree Road Honey Brook, PA 19344 610-942-3584 glensherdick @ verizon. net

Our thanks to Jim Bowes and Jack Perkins for arranging our 60th Class Reunion luncheon on Sept. 21, 2016 at the Eagle Tavern in Chester Springs, Pa. Of 29 remaining classmates, ten attended; five sent regrets; and 14 did not respond to invitation. The following classmates were in attendance: George Ager, Jim Bowes, Homer Brown, Jay and Ginger Boffemmeyer, Chuck and Carol Clouser, Ron and Beverly Levis, Ed and Nancy Minnich, Jack and Beverly Perkins, Bob and Betty Stahl, my wife Sherrie, and I.

I had mentioned last issue that Gene Moudy considered attending but later informed of health issues requiring surgery and rehab, preventing attendance. Upon discharge from the hospital in August, Gene required assistance during recovery. Gene, a widower, received an offer from Margaret’ s sister, Kathy, but she was unable to assist until September. Gene and Kathy spoke frequently on the phone during his recovery. Fulfilling Margaret’ s hopes that Gene would someday remarry and that Gene would also take care of Kathy, Gene proposed to Kathy and they were married on Sept. 20, believing God had brought them together. We wish them happiness and good health in their marriage.

Jack received regrets from Oates, Keller, Delozier, and Mulherin indicating they would not be able to attend. Bill Oates and Ed Keller were unable due to health concerns. Distance to travel discouraged Lynn Delozier. Bill Mulherin was on a trip to Portugal. No other responses were received.

From conversations at the luncheon, some of what they shared:

After retiring, Geo. Ager continues to work two days a week in the mortgage department of the Quaint Oak Bank. He distributed complimentary pens with the bank’ s logo. He also spends time on the beach at the home he owns in Ocean City, N. J.

Ron and Bev Levis are downsizing as they prepare to move from their 4-bedroom house into a retirement community. Their community has a fully equipped carpentry shop that Ron will utilize to make wooden toys.

Bob Stahl requires use of a walker as his spinal stenosis has progressed. Betty takes good care of him, keeping him comfortable while meeting his needs. They planned to travel to Cape Cod to attend their youngest son’ s wedding.

Homer enjoys playing golf. Before leaving the parking lot after lunch, we arranged a tee-time for the next day at a course we both have enjoyed. We compared notes on reunion conversations as we traveled the course between our many shots; too many shots allowed for much conversation!

Arriving early to the tavern, Jay and Ginger seated themselves at the bar to await the arrival of other guests. They engaged

in conversation with a patron and learned it was his birthday. Later, when everyone was seated in our private dining area, a gentleman approached Ginger to thank them both for a birthday cake they had ordered for him. A kind gesture very much appreciated.

Jay recalled memories of a cold Saturday night in January, junior year, while Jay and I were on restrictions. Utilizing a woodburning stove for heat in his grandfather’ s barn, we had planned to install a throwout bearing in my’ 46 Merc Coupe. Working( and freezing) into the early hours of Sunday morning, we were unable to finish the job. The Merc repair would have to wait as we were obliged to appear for Sunday breakfast head count. We returned to school just in time to avoid further restrictions.

Chuck emails much appreciated pictures following our gatherings. Intending to forward a picture of our group outside in front of the tavern, he arose from his chair to request current e-addresses. Gesturing with his arms as he spoke, he accidentally struck our waitress who was busily serving coffee. This resulted in her spilling the hot liquid onto herself and onto Chuck. She did not appear very pleased at this happenstance. Chuck immediately apologized for his carelessness while the waitress graciously restrained herself from expressing her displeasure. He later noted in an email he was thankful the waitress“ did not hit me!” She was a true professional.

We enjoy our visits with Chuck and Carol, especially as they celebrated our 60th with us. Following lunch, Chuck summoned all classmates outside for the group picture. After setting up their camera for Carol, Chuck joined our group of classmates assembled and smiling in front of the tavern. After several photos were taken, we returned to our tables while some said their good-byes and departed. Chuck went inside to view the results of the photo-shoot. Disappointed, he informed there were no group pictures in the camera. As some had now left the party, a second opportunity was not a possibility. We hoped he would be able to recover them somehow.

Ed and Nancy Minnich planned to visit family upon leaving the luncheon. They both play golf when they can and agree that age has taken its toll on their game. Ed inquired of my son, Rich 7W8, as his son Eddie and Rich were classmates. We both agreed“ it’ s impossible” that the“ boys” are now 60-years-old. Additionally, that both of us are into our eighth decade! Where did the time go? However, we also agreed aging is good, considering the alternative!

Jimmy busily attended to ensuring we could provide our pre-designated menu choices to our waitress when she arrived to receive our orders. Leaving no detail to chance, he presented each with a carefully hand-scripted card noting the meal choice we had selected on our invitation response. After lunch, he prepared to pay the tab with his credit card. Upon reviewing the total on the bill, he factored in a“ not too generous tip” in accordance with Homer’ s standing directive when paying tabs. After observing the result of his calculations, Jimmy appeared very concerned. The pre-pay receipts from guests had been deposited to his bank account but, alas, his account balance was insufficient to cover the tab. Did they( Jack and

The Class of 5W4 held their annual popular luncheon in October at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl, Lancaster County. In addition to members of the Class of 5W4, eight others classes were represented— 4W9, 5W1, 5W2, 5W3, 5W6, 6W0, 6W4, and 6W5. The group enjoyed a large buffet, reconnecting with their old Williamson friends, and sharing some stories told many times. Ron Richardson 5W4 served as master of ceremonies, taking over from the event’ s late founder Bruce Burrell 5W4. The group also heard a school update from President Michael Rounds and remarks from Don Zipse 5W3 and William Harper 5W3. The group will meet again for lunch at Williamson on April 4.

Jimmy) fail to request adequate pre-pay from guests to cover the bill, plus enough to include a tip? To Jimmy’ s great relief, Jack informed the negotiated contract price included gratuities. All is well that ends well! We thank them both for a job well done.

We learned that“ Jack’ s Tree Removal Services,” a recently established enterprise is supervised by one of our very own. Jack is a retired PECO supervisor( sure to be mentioned), a credentialed graduate of the Power Plant Program, a PECO trained machinist and now, the supervisor of a crew of family arborists. As previously reported, Jack, aka: Supervisor, and his crew set upon clearing trees from an overlook at his mountain cabin, the event memorialized in photographs. According to Supervisor, his crew specializes in the use of steel wedges and may employ as many as three chainsaws when felling a tree. Review of post-event photos depict a tree bearing a large, white“ X” designating the tree for removal. Another photo reveals the bars of two chainsaws firmly embedded( stuck) in the trunk of the tree, rendering the saws inoperable, the tree remaining in its vertical position. The crew is observed kneeling nearby among many“ splintered” stumps as they contemplate their dilemma while awaiting supervisory intervention.

Observing from his viewpoint atop a ridge, Supervisor directed the crew to use wedges, as applicable, in order to“ free” the saws and / or, if necessary, to utilize the third chainsaw. His directives“ efficiently” employed, the tree finally tumbles over the side of the overlook to the ravine below. Fortunately, a crew member observed in the photos was tethered and did not tumble with it. When informed of this photo-journaled activity, I became very concerned for the safety of the crew in the event Supervisor might engage them in felling operations in the future. As a former PECO craft instructor( mentioned rarely and only when appropriate – such as in this matter), I believed it incumbent upon me to forward to Supervisor instructional information addressing the safe and

correct procedure for felling trees. I have not to date received a response from Supervisor expressing his gratitude nor his appreciation for this information. Upon request, I will provide contact information if you are interested in scheduling arrangements with“ Jack’ s Tree Removal Services.” As a cautionary measure, however, I suggest it will behoove you to ensure your homeowner’ s policy is current!

It was great to see everyone attending our 60th sharing these truths and halftruths. For those who could not attend, start planning on the 65th. Think positive!

Mick, C-29

Edward Miller 12449 SE 173rd Lane Summerfield, FL 34491 352-653-3340 otmiller @ lightningspeed. net

Happy New Year to everyone. I hope you enjoyed the holidays. Have you made any resolutions for the New Year, or are you like me and recycling the ones from the last decade?

For those of you who may not have heard, we lost Jim McCrossan last December. Jim was a great friend and classmate and will be remembered by all of us. Sandy said Jim had a nice service which included a Navy Honor Guard. Along with Sandy were Bert and Marie Miller, Mike and Barbara Horvath, and some of Jim’ s hunting buddies from the hunting camp in the mountains. We will miss you Jim.

I talked with Musty Machamer shortly after he had a triple bypass. He is doing OK now and will be rehabbing for the next 4-5 months. Now, he is under house care with Dorothy and his two sons and daughter. Boy, are they in for a ride! His hospital stay was also lengthened by a few days because of a lung collapse during some tube removals. I understand some of the hospital personnel are experiencing stress withdraw. Can’ t imagine why? Musty, we all wish you a speedy and successful recovery and look forward to seeing you at Shady Maple this summer.

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