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Class of 1953-held a highly successful 55th reunion
on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Almost
100 classmates and guests gathered at the William Penn Inn in Gwynedd, PA.
Sixty classmates attended a leisurely brunch with
time to catch up and reminisce. The class also acknowledged the thirty-five
deceased classmates. The event was co-chaired by Ruth and Walter Mannherz.
Class of 1963 turned 63 at their 45th reunion held
at Melrose Country
Club on October 18, 2008. Over 100
classmates attended and renewed friendships and (re)told and revised stores
from those glory days. The DJ’s “hit list,” still familiar to many, included:
He’s So Fine (Chiffons,) It’s My Part (Leslie Gore,) and “The “Wonderer (Dion and the Belmonts.) A DVD
produced by Michael Tabas is available through our
website (Cheltenham High
School Class of 63.myevent.com
Photos and comments can also be viewed at the
website. A great time was had by all and the class looks forward to their
50th.
Class of 1968 held their 40th reunion on November 7
and 8, 2008 was a resounding success. The committee decided to have a two-day
event. The Friday evening venue was at Spring Mill Manor in Ivyland, PA. Dinner
was a stations buffet with a cash bar. On Saturday, the committee decided to
have an open house at CHS. The atmosphere was very relaxed on Saturday. The
Committee members were: Stu Sarhik,
Jeb Breit, Irene Cooper,
Dough Crompton, Barbara Dando,
Dave Friebel, Chris and Susan Levey,
Hall Shanis, Carol Shore and
Sherry Horowitz. Our treasurer was
Irene Cooper. Music was provided by Eddie Bruce Entertainment. Many former
teachers attended on Saturday. Attending were: Ron Dellecker,
Jim O’Reilly, William Norton, Ed Bringhurst, Wilma Slyoff, Kay Dubie Stretton, Harvey Fleegler, Dale
Sander, Len DePue, Linda Lonsinger
and Joe Nejman. The committee put aside $2,000. in the Alumni Association’s escrow account to be used for
the next reunion. The class gave $500. to the Alumni
Association and $1,000. to the high school to be
used for a specific item/s. See CHS-68.org for our website.
Class of 1978 held their 30th reunion on November 28, 2008 at Maggio’s Ballroom in Southampton, PA. The
Alumni Association has been told that it could not have been a more
successful evening. Approximately 130 people attended. Due to either good
luck, hard work, or both, the class of ’78 has aged beautifully. Some have
experienced a little hair loss, others a bit of weight gain, but overall,
people look amazing. There were many stories shared of antics from as far
back as elementary school and it was as if no time had passed as we
reconnected with each other. Sadly,
the class has lost thirty members. Their absence was the only dark cloud of
the evening. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Fleeger, our class
sponsor and his wife, joined in our celebration. Most can’t wait until the
next reunion. Linda Fox Kline, served as the coordinator.
Class of 1988 held its 20- year reunion on Thanksgiving weekend,
2008 at the Blair Mill Inn, in Horsham PA, and, despite two decades having
passed since some of the classmates last saw each other, they effortlessly
pick up where they left off after graduation. David Robinson, class
president, stated the following. “We are all so different now, each of us
separately experiencing life’s many joys and sorrows, yet fundamentally we
all seem to retain the core personalities and characteristics we knew and
loved about each other.” How many heart to heart conversations and stroll
down memory lane can one have in four hours? Many classmates were relieved
that an “after party” at a nearby restaurant was scheduled. According to
Robinson, “while I suppose all classes are special in some ways, the Class of
1988 exhibits enduring warmth and sensitivity that we believe is
extraordinary, and I continue to feel fortunate to have been a part of such
an intimate and strong group of quality people.”
Class of 1993 held their 15th reunion on November 28, 2008 at Lucky
Strikes in Philadelphia.
Approximately fifty people attended an enjoyed appetizers, drinks and most importantly
good times with old friends! People
came from all over the country to be part of their reunion. From California, Missouri, New York, New
Jersey, or right here in Pennsylvania,
graduates came to see old friends, reminisce about high school adventuress
and enjoy the company of their classmates. Many attended with spouses. Some
brought pictures of their children and others came with glowing faces of
pregnancy, while others were enjoying the adventures of single life. It is
hoped that many more classmates will attend the next reunion.
Class of 1998 held their reunion on November 29, 2008 at Downey’s at
Front and South Streets in Phila. Approximately 100
classmates and significant others attended. Class members spent time catching
up with one another while the DJ’s music played in the background for the
first three hours. At 10:30, two
songs were performed live by Ellie, aka classmate
Louisa Gyandoh, who recently released her debut
album. A good time was had by all.
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