( 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 !

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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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