FRYEBURG ACADEMY SCENES FALL 2011
FRYEBURG ACADEMY 745 MAIN STREET FRYEBURG, MAINE 04037 (207) 935-2001 www.fryeburgacademy.org Daniel G. Lee, Jr., Headmaster David B. Sturdevant, Principal & PAC Director Board of Trustees Asa O. Pike IV ‘57, President Thomas D. Shaffner, VP & Asst. Treasurer Steven P. Cote ‘85, Treasurer Carol S. Sudduth, Secretary & Asst. Treasurer Roy E. Andrews ‘56 Alan D. Bennett ‘60 John M. Day ‘67 Christopher M. Gordon ‘81 June Walker Hammond ‘54 Nancy S. Hogan, RN, Ph.D. ‘56 Cooper Campbell Jackson ‘85 Richard A. Jones ‘58 Shannon D. McKeen ‘81 Bradley B. Nelson ‘65 James A. Osgood ‘56 Ellen Pope ‘68 David Rohde ‘85 Bretton D. Russell ‘56 B. Dean Stearns ‘58 Elaine Weeks Trueblood ‘67 Trustees Emeriti Richard R. Cote John A. Dunn, Jr. James H. Dutton ‘68 Conrad K. Eastman ‘48 William A. Findeisen ‘71 David R. Hastings III ‘68 Henry T. Raymond III George E. Walker ‘50 Administration Nicole Cote-Crosskill ‘77, Dir. of Guidance Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76, Director of Public Relations & Annual Giving Todd Gallagher ‘82, Director of Alumni Chris Hibbard, Director of Admission Kelley Hodgman-Burns, Int’l. Student College Counselor Peter Klomp, Director of Gift Planning Ted Kneeland, Director of Faculty Barbara Kollander, Business Manager Joseph R. Manning, Academic Dean Stephanie Morin, Director of Enrollment & Marketing Harvey Nichols, Operations Manager Timothy G. Scott, Director of Development James Thurston, Dean of Day Students Susan Thurston, Athletic Director David Turner ‘88, Dean-Boarding Students Tracy V. Weitz, Director of the Center for International Students
SCENES - FALL 2011
Headmaster’s Council June Walker Hammond ‘54, Chair Roy E. Andrews ‘56 Col. Noel F. Austin ‘57 George Bishop, Jr. Jean Thebault Breunle ‘83 Dan John Fitzgerald Buck ‘98 Steven P. Cote ‘85 John M. Day ‘67 John A. Dunn, Jr. Tom Eagle ‘72 Dennis W. Emery ‘46 Richard J. Goff ‘56 Christopher M. Gordon ‘81 Beth Westerberg Griffin ‘83 Tom Hammond ‘93 Heather Pike Hart ‘87 Thomas Henriksen Nancy Schildberg Hogan ‘56 Richard A. Jones ‘58 Dawn Gale LaCasce ‘81 Bradford Littlefield ‘80 Peter J. Malia, Jr. Frank N. Mann Heather Masse ‘00 Bradley B. Nelson ‘65 Lora Lopes Nielsen ‘77 James A. Osgood ‘56 Asa O. Pike IV ‘57 John D. Pinto Bretton D. Russell ’56 Elbridge Russell ‘72 Bruce Smith ‘67 Melissa Chace Trace ‘78 John S. Weston ‘93 James F. Wilfong ‘64
Alumni Association Kelly Bell Lloyd ‘78, President Terry MacGillivray ’81, Past President Christopher Dutton ‘90, Vice President Laura Cummings Lucy ‘85, Treasurer Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59, Secretary Jennifer Stacy Bartlett ‘93 Dana Charles ‘83 Paige Fitts Fox ‘82 Barbara Gushee ‘84 Scott Lovejoy ‘77 Maria Gomiz Maillett ‘95 David Miller ‘84 Jim Osgood ‘85 David Richardson, Jr. ‘84 Ronald Sanborn ‘64 Cindi Nagy Detzer ‘78 Makenzie Walker ‘06 Chris Whitaker ‘79
The FA magazine “Scenes” is published twice a year for alumni, current students and their families, faculty, staff, and friends of the Academy. It is mailed out one per household. For more copies, call us or go online at www.fryeburgacademy.org Many thanks to the members of the FA Alumni & Development Office: Todd Gallagher ‘82, Scott Kelly ‘53, Peter Klomp, Diane Lewey, Jane Lounsbury, Maria Gomiz Maillett ‘95, Tim Scott Thanks to Barbara Hill ‘74-Archivist Photography by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76, Barbara Hill ‘74, Jenn Stacy Bartlett ‘93, Todd Gallagher ‘82, Bjorn Myhre ‘12, Elsie Reuning Fox ‘44 and other contributors. Proofreading by members of FA’s Alumni Office (listed above) & Business Office
HEADMASTER’S CORNER
Each month for the last six school years two FA students from Publishing meet with Headmaster Dan Lee to do an interview with him for the student newspaper, “The Raider Review.” This year’s Publishing leaders are seniors Lakyn Osgood ‘12 and David Fulton ‘12. Lakyn is the Editor in Chief of the FA Yearbook and David is the Editor in Chief of “The Raider Review.” Lakyn & David are CoPresidents of the FA Student Press Association. All of this journalism, writing and photography is done under the care and guidance of Carol Kneeland-FA Faculty. I got to sit in on one such interview. I walked over to Dan Lee’s office with Lakyn, a wonderful girl with deep roots in Fryeburg. She is a kid who cares and loves this school and her fellow students. She is an extremely talented photographer and has done lots of photos for my office, including official team photos for the local newspapers, our website and our Facebook page. Laykyn tells me she also loves doing this interview with the Headmaster and adds that Mr. Lee likes to talk. David met us at the Headmaster’s Office (still at the top of the stairs as so many of us remember...). David is a truly gifted journalist. He is sharp, attentive and organized. Recently David wrote a brief article on Denise Lord, the widow of our much revered Linwood “Buddy” Lord ‘62 who died too early. David’s article is published in this issue of Scenes under Class News. His writing about Denise’s visit and her story was the kind of thoughtful and intuitive work I have come to expect from Carol Kneeland’s well-trained published group. Once again, when graduation sneeks up, David and Lakyn will be two very missed FA grads. I’m excited for them, not so excited to say goodbye to them. Mr. Lee is waiting for his version of Diane Sawyer and Dan Rather as always. He’s ready with his coffee, ideas and enthusiasm. David & Lakyn begin the interview by rearranging his furniture. They position their chairs right up to the front of his desk. They bring their Smart Pens out. Pens that record conversation and record notes as they are written. A pen that helps get the information right. Mr. Lee has come to love talking to Lakyn & David and their friendly and immediate back-and-forth conversation emits the depth of their ongoing relationship. Today’s question is, “What makes a good Headmaster?” David does most of the questioning. Dan looks at the kids, he thinks, he begins his answers. The comraderie is evident. There is mutual respect. He talks about leadership, authority, his need for constant review and re-analysis of what is right, challenges, personal maturity, evolution, relationships, honesty and integrity. The man is giving the kids an interview and a life lesson all in one. He tells the students about why he likes them more than most adults - they are open-minded and they are funny and they know how to have fun. He epitomizes the leader of an independent school - he is teaching independence as he speaks. The independence that comes from discovery, fostered intellect allowed to grow and, my old favorite, questioning authority. The kids wrap their interview by asking Mr. Lee what occupation he would have chosen if not being a Headmaster. He says, “I made the right choice.” To read David Fulton ‘12 & Lakyn Osgood’s ‘12 full interview, read “The Raider Review” on our Facebook page. It always appears on the inside cover! Written by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 “Mr Lee says our interviews are the highlight of his month. Well, I feel the same way. He has impacted my life more than almost anyone else I know. He is one of the top five people I admire - just by his example. I know that he is excellent at his job and I understand this through insights during our interviews. I have never heard him be anything less than completely humble,” David Fulton ‘12 in photograph with Lakyn Osgood ‘12 & Headmaster Dan Lee
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PUBLIC RELATIONS & ANNUAL GIVING
Dear Friends - I hope this issue finds you all doing well and in good health. It is always great to see you when you are in Fryeburg or when we run into each other around town or around the country. My travels will take me to Bermuda in November. I will be there to reconnect with our Bermudian friends and to write about their lives today and, of course, to take a gazillion photos. I have been asked how many photos I take a year at FA. Gave it some thought and am thinking about 30,000. You can imagine how challenging it is to cull them down into about 600 per issue of Scenes. The good news is we have our website and Facebook as receptacles for our many photos. We ran a student photo contest for this issue of Scenes. Our winner was Bjorn Myhre ‘12. What a great kid. Bjorn is also a great photographer and has helped me enormously. Bjorn won $50 and an official Fryeburg Academy jacket for his prizewinning photo. I thought I would address a few other questions which I get asked on occasion. One of them is, “Why are you always asking for money?!” Really? Always? Okay, maybe we do. I admit it, yes we do. FA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution which serves the ideal of education. We rely heavily on our alums to help fund our annual operating expenses. Our annual giving effort happens every year without fail. And each year you will receive our “asks.” Whether you choose to give or cannot give or do give, that ultimate decision is yours. I do ask that you consider it at whatever level you can. Just consider it. Another question Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 is, “Why did we move Reunions to June?” Short answer - because it makes good practical and fiscal sense. We should have done it long ago. The end of August has always provided issues with welcoming our dorm population back to school. It is hard for us to get everything done that needs to be done at that time of year. We’re hosting Reunion right after graduation now - the third weekend in June on an annual basis. This makes sense as we prepare the campus for graduation, so we do the same for Reunion right afterwards. Many independent and private boarding schools have their reunions at this time. Reunion will always be a full weekend of activities and we hope you will join us now and forever in celebrating the legacy of your classmates, your friends; for many of you it’s about family...and it’s all about Fryeburg Academy. Many warm regards to each and every one of you. Stay in touch!
Bjorn Myhre ‘12, a senior at Fryeburg Academy and very accomplished photographer was the winner of our FA Student - Scenes Cover Photo Contest. Bjorn lives in Center Lovell, Maine, and is the son of Kim Marie and Thomas Myhre. We’re very proud of Bjorn!
With Shafi Mujadadi ‘12 of Afghanistan & Jose Pellicer ‘12 of Spain at the FA Admissions Office Dorm/Graduation Reception 2011. Shafi is now a freshman at Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, and Jose is a freshman at Johnson & Wales University in North Miami, Florida. Two top-notch graduates of Fryeburg Academy who are very missed by all of us! We wish all our graduates the very best.
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NOTES & COMMENT FROM ALUMNI HOUSE With Longevity Comes Wisdom Over the weekend it began to feel like fall and, of course, time at last for the arrival of the Fryeburg Fair. Here in Western Maine, we live and work in the long, and very old, shadow of some remarkably longstanding institutions: The Academy is now entering its 220th year, the Fair is about to open the gates to its 161st edition, and nearby the Carriage Road on Mount Washington is grandly celebrating its 150th year. I like to think that each of these landmark institutions still exists today because they are important, relevant, and fully appreciated by the folks who find their way here year after year. I also know that they have, in their own unique ways, adapted to changing times not in major upheavals but instead through a process of thoughtful tweaking, usually spanning many years. I have always felt that this is a good way to improve things, effecting incremental change without upsetting people. It is also part of the reason why we all exist, and prosper, today. In many ways, the Academy is dramatically different than when I arrived in 1999, and yet at its core it remains so much the same. Several new buildings, a larger student body and faculty, and great, new academic, cultural, and extracurricular programs all reflect a deeper sense of the understanding of our fundamental core. In 1792, a group of local leaders put together their personal funds to create a school to serve the young people of the region; the key word then, as now, being region. In every way this is still so, and as we diversify our class offerings and student body we have not forgotten our mission to serve. The way we do this evolves a little bit each year and always with the good sense and Yankee pragmatism of how to be a little better without changing dramatically or costing substantially more.
Tim Scott, FA’s Director of Development (and also Head Bartender!)
At the root of this is our endowment, substantial monies which have been donated to the Academy, usually through someone’s will, and which are then set aside as long-term investments that serve to protect the Academy in perpetuity. While we can never spend the endowments, we can use part of their earnings to support programs that matter, and sometimes the school itself. This is especially so in times such as these when, from every vantage point, money is incredibly tight. The misunderstanding about endowments, of course, is that they are there to plug holes in everyday operations. They cannot. When donors leave us money to support something forever, their intent is to ensure excellence, not simply to maintain it, and in turn we promise them that we will. So, while each year the Academy seems wealthier, in fact we are instead stronger; our foundation is growing deep and wide and, therefore, ensures that we will always be the truly independent school that was envisioned here in the Pequawket Valley 220 years ago. It is this message of longevity and security that is driving so many alumni and friends of the Academy to name the school in their will, and by doing so becoming members of the LaCasce Bequest Society. Those we know of are listed in Peter Klomp’s column in this magazine. These are people who believe that the school should be around for another 220 years; and like great institutions like the Fair and the Carriage Road, it should always be making small but important changes and improvements along the way. Tim Scott, FA’s Director of Development
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ALUMNI DIRECTOR Dear Alums, Summer is gone, the dawn of a new school year is upon us, and you are without a doubt, another year older! What does all this mean… “time marches on,” “time waits for no man,” “you ain’t getting any younger!!!” All the great clichés can be applied to the Alumni Office. For every day that passes we add another to our rich history at the Academy. I, for one, enjoy history and probably still live too much in the past. As we continue to move forward, here at the school, we would be remiss if we did not remember what was here before and why we are continuing to grow. The strength of Fryeburg Academy is its educational foundation and its ability to get the best out of each student. Over this past year I have had the opportunity to visit with many of you and hear your stories of your time at Fryeburg Academy. There seemed to be one common theme throughout all my conversations and that was someone or something changed their life while attending Fryeburg Academy. The list of teachers that have made a difference in a student’s life is endless. The facilities always have played a big part in this growth as well, from the excitement of a new building to the comfort of an old building. The cycle is never ending. New becomes old, a rookie becomes a veteran, the future becomes our past. It is the nature of the human race to not appreciate something until it is gone. That is just the way life is and we all have experienced it to some degree. My intention as Alumni Director is to foster a feeling of appreciation for the school you attended so that others in the future will do the same. We are almost 220 years old as an educational institution. That means we are doing something right! There is no reason to think that we won’t be around another 220 years as well. (Scott Kelly ‘53 will still be working here).
Jane Lounsbury-FA’s Alumni & Development Office Manager, Todd Gallagher ‘82-FA’s Alumni Director & Diane Lewey-FA’s Alumni & Development Database Administrator
For the past two years my pleas to you have been, contact us, let us know where you are and what you are doing, and let us fill you in on the new things at the school. My hope is to foster communication between the past and the present so that we may have a future.
We are in the final stages of the Phoenix Project; and we are expanding our field space, as well as finally rebuilding our dilapidated track. Dorm expansion has increased student housing allowing more boarding students to attend. What some folks may refer to as luxuries are simple necessities to allow the school to offer such high levels of education and social experiences that we all had while at Fryeburg. In the coming year I hope that you will be able to return to the campus and take in the new look. However, if that is not in your plans, I hope you will be able to visit with us when we travel near you for a social event. You are still a big part of Fryeburg Academy, and we want to take the time to visit and reconnect. Todd Gallagher ‘82, FA’s Director of Alumni
REUNION 2012 - JUNE 15, 16 & 17 Dear Alums – Yes, we have changed Reunions to June. The 2012 Reunion will be June 15, 16 & 17, and all future Reunions will be held on the third weekend of June. Like most topics these days, this boils down to a purely financial and logistical decision. Reunion has been moved to follow right on the heels of graduation so we can easily tie into the energy of graduation events and not revisit the same efforts and costs all over again in August. Kitchen efforts, tent, chair and table rentals, and the work of the maintenance crew, to name just a few. As a true non-profit organization, with our mission being first and foremost the education of students, we made this decision not lightly but with much thought and feedback. The change was endorsed by our Headmaster and Trustees understanding that this is a good, practical move that will further ensure the solid financial future of FA. It may take some getting used to, but we truly hope it will be better for you! We love Fryeburg Academy Reunions. It’s a big part of what we do. Please join is and help us to do it better! -4Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
FRYEBURG ACADEMY’S HALL OF EXCELLENCE The Fryeburg Academy Hall of Excellence welcomed its second class of inductees during Homecoming weekend, October 1st. Thirteen new members were enshrined. And as promised, the selection committee broadened its scope to include all areas of extracurricular activities. This class of inductees is just as impressive as the first class enshrined in 2010 and any of those elected could have gone in the first class as well. Leading this year’s class is Elroy O. LaCasce, or “Mr.,” as he was known to everyone. He served as headmaster of the Academy from 1922-1955. During his 33-year tenure at Fryeburg he oversaw a growth in faculty, students, real estate, classrooms, curriculum, athletics and transportation. He made improvements in each of those areas which laid the groundwork for what Fryeburg Academy has and is today. What Elroy LaCasce meant to Fryeburg Academy cannot be written in a short paragraph, or even summed up with a few spoken words. A lifetime of devotion to the school can only be measured by a lifetime of thanks by those whose lives were forElroy O. LaCasce ever changed by “Mr.” “Mr” Frank A. Petillo served as the Music Director at Fryeburg Academy for 26 years. Hired in 1948, “The Man of Music,” directed choruses, led non-marching bands and school orchestras. He organized joint concerts with Gould, Bridgton and Potter Academies. He was always a key figure in school musicals, as well as baccalaureate and commencement services, the latter of which he continued to be a part of after his retirement in 1975. Emore G. Alexander ’49 was a standout athlete during his time at the Academy. He accumulated 15 varsity letters in his four years. He excelled at football, basketball, baseball and track. After graduation he enlisted in the Navy. He spent time stationed in Japan and flew many missions over Korea. Emore was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Frank A. Petillo Kora Marching Patrol of the Kora Temple Shrine in Lewiston, Maine. Emore passed away in February of 2010. Nancy Schildberg Hogan ’56 came from Rangeley, ME., to attend Fryeburg Academy. She earned three varsity letters in field hockey, as well as softball and two letters in basketball. She summed up her high school athletic career with this simple comment, “Ringing the bell Emore G. after wins was great fun.” Nancy went on to receive degrees in nursing from Rush University, Alexander ‘49 DePaul University and Loyola University of Chicago. Nancy has given back to the nursing profession as an instructor and professor at DePaul, Aurora, and the U. of Miami. She has also given back to Fryeburg Academy by serving as a member of the Headmaster’s Council and she is currently a member of the Board of Trustees. Robert Jones ’56, simply put, may have been the best athlete ever to walk the halls Nancy Schildberg of Fryeburg Academy. Having played football, basketball and track, Bob earned nine Hogan ’56 varsity letters. What made him so special was not the number of letters he earned but the dominance with which he earned them. On more than one occasion Bob scored enough points in a track meet to win the meet by himself. He still holds the record for most points scored by an individual in an Oxford County track meet. He was offered scholarships to play basketball at the University of Illinois and Texas A&M. Bob joined the Air Force in 1957 and served for 20 years. What Bob may be most remembered for is being the second longest surviving heart transplant recipient in the United States. Having that new lease on life in 1984, Bob taught us all the meaning of life as he thrived for 27 more years. Bob passed in Robert Jones ‘56 June of 2011 at the age of 75. Richard Heikkinen ’62 attended Fryeburg in 1961-62. He captained the 6-1-1 football team that defeated Gould Academy for the first time in 18 prior years. Upon graduation from Springfield College, he returned to Fryeburg Academy and served as Physical Education teacher and a Day Student Advisor until 1969. He was instrumental in starting the wrestling program here at the Academy, and was the Head Coach of the 1968 and 1969 Class “C” State Champions. Richard has been involved in teaching, coaching, athletic administration and officiating since 1966. His dedication in all these areas has been recognized throughout the State of Maine with numerous awards and honors. John Garner ’72 received seven varsity letters in football, basketball and baseball while at Fryeburg. He was a member of the Latin and Science Club, yearbook staff and chorus. Upon Richard graduating from Fryeburg he attended Plymouth State College where he started down his Heikkinen ‘62 career path. He served as a sports writer for the student newspaper and as an intramural sports director. John then became a writer for the Biddeford Journal Tribune from 1977-80. Then he returned to Plymouth State as the Sports Information Director from 1980-86. Then in 1986 John became the Assistant Commissioner for the Eastern College Athletic Conference, better known as the ECAC, and served there until 1999. Since 2000 John has worked for the Cape Cod Times, and he is the Director of Public Relations & Broadcasting for the Cape Cod Baseball league. John Garner ‘72
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Brent LaCasce ’78 has been the face of Fryeburg Academy for the last twenty years. As a student he excelled in the triple A: academics, athletics and arts! Brent played football and baseball for three years each, but he was a standout in track and field. He was a member of the 1977 Maine State Prep Championship team and a member of the Conference Championship relay team in 1978. Even more noted were his talents as a singer and musician as he was Maine All-State Chorus from 1976-78, All-State Band in 1977 and All-Eastern Chorus in 1978. Brent attended Bowdoin from 1978-1981; and after serving in the Army, Brent finished his post graduate studies, earning a BA in Music at UNH and a Master’s at USM. Brent is the Fine Arts Chair at Fryeburg Academy, and he has brought the school untold respect and recognition with his Music Program. Fryeburg Academy has captured just under 30 various State and Festival titles, in Big Band, Combo and Vocal Jazz, since 1997. John Gordon Jr. ’80 earned nine varsity letters at Fryeburg while competing in Brent LaCasce ‘78 Football, Wrestling and Track. He earned a BA in History and later a Master’s in Education at Plymouth State College. While there he received four varsity letters in wrestling and was named team captain his junior and senior years. He also played two years of football. John returned to the Academy in 1984 where he served as a teacher, Dean of Students, dorm parent and Head Wrestling Coach until 1993. John’s career as a Dean of Students and Wrestling Coach has allowed him to make stops at the Dublin School, New Hampton Prep and Wyoming Seminary College Prep. It was there that he led his wrestling teams to four consecutive Pennsylvania Prep State titles. In 2010 he was named Pennsylvania Prep Head Coach of the Year: his 2010 team ended the season ranked #1 in the state and #5 in the nation. This past year John moved on to St. Christopher’s School in Virginia, where he was named the National Wrestling Coach of the Year for 2011. John Gordon Jr. ‘80 Christopher M. Gordon ’81, brother of John Gordon ’80, made his own legacy on the playing fields of good old Fryeburg Academy. Chris was a four-year starter on the Football team, three-letter winner in Wrestling and a two-letter winner in Track. He was involved in yearbook and student council but may be most famous for his exploites as a member of the “stage crew” for all school productions. Chris attended UMO and earned a BS in Civil Engineering and, along with Student Senate and being a Dorm Vice president, he found time to play four years of Football as well. Chris earned his Master’s in Civil Engineering at MIT in 1991. Chris is currently the COO of the Allston Development Group at Harvard University, in charge of its billion dollar expansion of the Harvard Campus. Chris currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees at the Academy and was very instrumental in the organization and implementation of the Phoenix Project. Chris Gordon ‘81 David S. Rohde ‘85 was the model of a well-rounded student while at Fryeburg. He played Soccer, ran Cross Country, skied Cross Country for four years and was a standout Track star, winning the State Prep School Two-Mile Run in 1983. David also served as editor of the school newspaper and was very active in school productions in his four years. David attended Bates College for two years and then transferred to Brown where he graduated in 1990 with a BA in History. A career as an award-winning journalist has netted David two Pulitzer Prize awards and a Polk Award for his foreign reporting. “A Rope and a Prayer,” a book he co-authored with his wife, details the seven months and ten days he spent in Taliban captivity in Afghanistan and Pakistan. At present David is a Trustee at the Academy. Catherine Riddle ’85 earned 12 varsity letters at Fryeburg. Captain of her Field Hockey team, she made All-Conference as a junior and senior and All-State as a senior. She David Rohde ‘85 was a two-time Captain of her Basketball Team and a Captain her senior year of the Softball Team. Catie was involved in a number of school activities, including French Club, Raider Digest and Yearbook. She also received a number of honors and awards while at the Academy, including the Gibson Memorial Award, the schools highest honor. Catie has devoted her life to helping others. After graduating from William Smith College in 1989, she became a Director of Housing for adults with mental illness in Ithaca, NY. Since 1997 she has been the Director of Graduate Education at Albany Medical Center in NY. She is very active in community based fundraising events that offer support to those who are less fortunate. Erica Perry ‘00, took home 12 varsity letters in the sports of Soccer, Basketball and Catherine Riddle ‘85 Track. Erica was the goalie for the 1997 Western Maine Conference Championship Team and was a two-time captain. Erica received many accolades in her four years of Basketball, including McDonald’s All-Star and The Harry G. True Basketball Award. She led the conference in scoring in 1998-99. In Track she earned All-Conference recognition in the javelin in 1998, 1999 and 2000. She was the State Champ in the javelin in 2000 as well. Erica graduated Cum Laude from Plymouth State College with a BA in 2004. While at Plymouth she played four years of basketball. She was named to the All-Rookie Team her freshman year and the All-Academic Team all four years. She was team Captain her senior year and was a member of the ECAC Championship Team in 2002. Erica currently coaches and teaches Spanish at Goffstown High School in New Hampshire. Erica Perry ‘00 Photos and details from this year’s Hall of Excellence Ceremony on October 1, 2011 will be highlighted in the next issue of Scenes. For more information on the Hall of Excellence, contact Sue Thurston, FA’s Athletic Director, at sthurston@fryeburgacademy.org or Todd Gallagher ‘82, FA’s Alumni Director, at tgallagher@fryeburgacademy.org -6Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
DIRECTOR OF GIFT PLANNING
I want to thank all members of the LaCasce Society that were able to attend the recent 8th annual celebration dinner honoring “Mr” and “Mrs.” LaCasce. I thought this would be a good time to acknowledge and recognize our current LaCasce Bequest Society membership: Susan Ackley Thomas Ackley Arturo Andonaegui ‘86 John Atwood Noel Austin ‘57 George Baird ‘70 Thomas Bartlett ‘59 Ralph Berry ‘65 Barbara Browne ‘50 Dan Buck ‘98 Clayton Burnell ‘47 Gloria Burnell ‘49 James Conrad ‘56 Calvin Conrod ‘45 Bion Cram ‘33 Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 John Day ‘67 Stephen DiBiaso ‘61 Deborah Dolley ‘67 Stanley Dolley ‘60 Thomas Eagle ‘72 Conrad Eastman ‘48 Dennis Emery ‘46 Daniel Flint ‘66 Elsie Fox ‘44 Todd Gallagher ‘82 Faith Gardner ‘33 Darryl Geissler ‘64 Beverly Goldstone ‘57 Kent Graustein ‘84 Alice Hill ‘53 Barbara Hill ‘74 Bonnie Hill ‘65 Ronald Hill ‘49 Harrison Homans ‘46 Wayne Infinger ‘71
Robert Jewett ‘49 Richard Jones ‘58 Timothy Keasbey ‘80 Joan Kellogg ‘48 Sandy Kelly Scott Kelly ‘53 Peter Klomp Barbara Kollander Lonnie Kollander Elroy LaCasce ‘40 J. Steward LaCasce ‘52 Barry Lamont Daniel Lee Susan Lee Greg Lloyd ‘83 Kelly Lloyd ‘78 Alfred Mann ‘37 June Mann Jack Mansur ‘59 Paula Schmidt Mansur ‘59 Betty Masse ‘47 John McCoy Nancy Nelson ‘48 Frederic Newman ‘34 James Osgood ‘56 Frank Owen ‘64 Stephen Pace Asa Pike ‘57 Karen Schildberg Pike ‘58 John Pliakas ‘58 Jeffrey Potter ‘60 Sandra Reed ‘57 Rebecca Robbins ‘78 Bretton Russell ‘56 Timothy Scott Alton Seavey ‘47
Peter Klomp, FA’s Director of Gift Planning Thomas Shaffner Hazel Thompson Richard Thompson ‘61 William Thoms ‘87 James Thurston Ronald Torrey Debra Urgese ‘74 Ernestine Walker ‘54 Doug Walo Patricia Walo Toni Watson ‘46 Jonathan Webb ‘87 Elaine Weeks Trueblood ‘67 Mary Wilkinson-Greenberg Nancy Willis ‘64 Glenda Wittich
Each of you have chosen, one way or another, to remember Fryeburg Academy in your estate plans; and because of your commitment to ‘give something back,’ you will be leaving a lasting legacy that will help to ensure a quality education to students for decades to follow. Thank you! To our guests who attend the LaCasce Dinner I can only encourage you to call me if you have even the slightest idea that you would like to know more about your official membership in the LaCasce Society. Here’s what one of our newer LaCasce members decided to do: “I decided to join the LaCasce Society when I was in my 40’s. At the time I did not want to rewrite my will and I was not financially in a position where I could fund a trust for the Academy. But, by purchasing a life insurance policy with Fryeburg Academy as the beneficiary, I make only a modest annual payment that someday will be a substantial gift to Fryeburg Academy.” If you are not yet a member, please consider joining this outstanding list of people and let’s explore some possibilities together. You might find there are ways that will benefit the Academy and save you tax dollars as well. Some options will even provide you with a life-time income. If you have already made Fryeburg Academy the beneficiary of a future gift, we would be honored to include you as a member; please notify me so I can add your name to our membership list. News Flash: Next year’s Ninth Annual LaCasce Dinner will be held on Friday, June 15, 2012. Reunion Weekend has been moved from August to June 15-17, 2012. Best regards for a wonderful fall season - - and thank you. Peter Klomp, pklomp@fryeburgacademy.org, Cell: 603-662-5525 -7Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
FA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Dear Alumni: As the new 2011-2012 school year begins, so does a new year begin with your Alumni Association Board. We welcome six new board members to our eighteen-member board-Chris Whitaker ’79, Dana Charles ‘83, David Richardson ‘84, Jim Osgood II ‘85, Makenzie Walker ‘06 and Maria Maillett ‘95. Just like the classroom, new faces bring new energy and excitement. The Association recognized many State “team” winners this spring season with Fryeburg Academy jackets. The math team was awarded 13 jackets, the softball team 18 jackets and the track team 1 jacket - for a total of 32 jackets from the Alumni Association. We also handed out over 160 Alumni t-shirts to the entire 2011 graduating class during a senior assembly. Congratulations to all! If you were unable to attend Reunion Weekend this past August, we hope you will mark your calendars for Reunion Weekend in June 2012. Yes, June. When the leaves have just budded and the flowers are beginning to bloom. Less threat of thunderstorms and scorching temperatures! Reunion Weekend is a great time to reconnect with classmates, friends, faculty and family! A lot of hard work and energy goes into the success of this event from Fryeburg Academy’s own Alumni Office. The Alumni Association is proud to help –- but be assured, the majority of the work comes directly from the Alumni Office – planning, invitations, reservations, food preparation, Friday night kick-off event, class pictures, scheduled open-to-alumni meetings and discussions, Saturday evening banquet and the Sunday send-off breakfast buffet! We hope you will make a plan to join us this June! The Executive Committee met with Headmaster Dan Lee in September as we continue to inform the Academy of the Alumni Association’s goals for the upcoming year… and to learn of the goals and challenges of the Academy. It is wonderful to hear our dorm population is at an all-time high of 156 students! We also discussed how colleges view Fryeburg Academy Scott Kelly ‘53-FA’s Alumni Coordinator & Kelly – our diversified educational facility. Many students/parents have noted when applying to Bell Lloyd ‘78-President-FA Alumni Association colleges and universities for continued education that being a graduate from Fryeburg Academy is reviewed VERY favorably in the eyes of Admissions. Why? One of our reasons is our diversified student population of dorm and day students and the number of countries represented at Fryeburg Academy. I know I personally took this for granted as an FA graduate in 1978 – but as a parent of a recent graduate who applied to many colleges, it was obvious how higher education institutions measure diversification in their admission decisions. The Academy and the Alumni Association welcome your comments and ideas to promote the welfare of Fryeburg Academy. Please stay in touch! Kelly Lloyd ‘78, FAAA President, kelly.lloyd@roadrunner.com
MR. KELLY’S COLUMN
Greetings from my corner of Alumni House. I would like to share with you two avenues of thought, first about our core Academy mission to serve, now in our 220th year, and second, about how your school has dramatically improved its facilities without government assistance over the past fifteen years. In 1952-1953, I was given the gift and privilege of attending Fryeburg Academy and graduating with the opportunity of turning my life around. This opportunity was enhanced by the presence of local students from the towns of Fryeburg, Lovell, East Stoneham, Chatham, NH, Stow, Denmark, Brownfield, Hiram, Cornish, Baldwin, Sweden, Albany, Waterford, and Kezar Falls. In addition our dorm students hailed from Massachusetts, Alaska, New York, and Pennsylvania, the nation of Ethiopia, and more locally, Raymond, Bailey/Orr’s Islands, Casco, Errol, Magalloway Plantation in Maine, and North Conway, Bartlett, Jackson, and Chocorua, New Hampshire. It was then, as now, quite a melting pot! All these students created a diverse cross section of team spirit either in the classroom or on the playing field. The Academy then was under the leadership of Mr. and Mrs. Elroy O. LaCasce, and the Headmaster, trustees, faculty and staff worked closely together for the betterment and educational enrichment of our students and future alumni. If you haven’t had the opportunity, please take the time to read the paperback about Fryeburg Academy, “Mr. and Mrs. of Fryeburg Academy,” which covers the years from 1922 to 1955. It will provide you with a rich historical background that serves as the foundation of the great school we are today. Since 1995 we have experienced what can only be described as remarkable fundraising success as we have built several new and badly needed facilities. It all began with the Harry K. Eastman Science Wing, followed a few years later by the Bion R. Cram Library, the Ada Cram Wadsworth Arena, and the Harvey Dow Gibson Recreational Center. Last, but not least, the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center was completed in 2009. As a result of these campaigns, a total of 20 million dollars was raised privately from alumni and friends of the Academy, all at no cost to Fryeburg or the surrounding towns. Such an unprecedented level of giving from our constituents proves, to my way of thinking, that we must be doing something right! Just this past year, we received many millions of dollars from the estate of Bion Cram ’33, all for the Academy’s long-term endowment. Only part of the income from his estate funds can be used and it is earmarked for the future student scholarships, as well as the perpetual maintenance of the Bion Cram Library. We are in a stronger position for the future than ever before, but compared to most private schools, we are far from flush! As I make thank-you phone calls to all of you – alumni and friends from near and far – I am gratified to know that so many of you see that we are successfully carrying out our fundamental mission to serve local students along with boarding students from near and far, much as Mr. and Mrs. LaCasce did half a century ago. It is in our DNA to do so. So, just as the Academy Trustees did in those dark days of October 2005 following the fire, we need all of you to continue to work together, alongside us, to ensure that the coming generations of Academy students will continue to thrive in a changing world. Yes, we need each other like never before...your faithful servant, Scott A. Kelly ‘53, Alumni Coordinator
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FA GUIDANCE
We began the school year by registering freshmen on Naviance, a versatile new electronic college application system. These students now join the upperclassmen in having access to our career exploration and college website. This system has increased our efficiency, allowing us to track progress and also improve our communication and access to college information for students and parents. The college counseling office is busy welcoming college representatives hailing all the way from Washington State, Alabama, as well as our neighbor to the north, Canada. We will also have military representatives visiting our campus, allowing them to share information about their programs and in October administering the ASVAB to those interested in taking this career assessment. We graduated our first Anatomy/Physiology Running Start class, a cooperative effort with White Mountains Community College that provides a program for qualified students to earn college and high school credits simultaneously. We are continuing to provide this opportunity this year to select juniors and seniors. We are also currently providing dual enrollment courses with Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. Students who have demonstrated the readiness to complete college work while still in high school are taking advantage of this opportunity. We are thrilled to have cooperative agreements with these institutions of higher learning in our area. It allows students the opportunity to earn college credits at a much-reduced cost and demonstrate to the prospective colleges that they are ready for the rigor of college coursework. Last Spring, Central Maine Community College provided an off-campus course here on campus where students earned dual credits in the evening. This offering is open to all community members who would like to complete college coursework. I am proud to report that 83% of this year’s graduating class applied to post-secondary schools. The goal is to raise that number as close to 100% as possible. Even though not all students who apply to post-secondary institutions ultimately choose to attend, I believe the process of completing an application is a worthwhile endeavor which can only serve to help our students’ preparation for life after Fryeburg Academy. I am also happy to report that Fryeburg Academy is now an official Accuplacer site. Colleges often require this assessment as a placement tool. A course during May term focused on the students increasing algebra and general math skills for the Accuplacer. Ms. Seavey, a math instructor, and I, personally administered this assessment twice during May term to underclassmen preparing for the mathematical sections. This was done at no cost to the student. We will be hosting the Financial Authority of Maine (FAME) in December to present a workshop on the financial aid process to help parents and students navigate the process of applying for aid in paying for post-secondary education. If you are a parent/guardian of a senior, do not miss this opportunity, and we look forward to seeing you on December 6, at 7:00 p.m. (Snow date: Dec. 7). The school’s counseling program will continue to collaborate with Tri-County Mental Health to provide students with school-based services here on our campus. This arrangement allows for students to receive mental health services without driving to appointments, making it convenient for students to access this support. It is with excitement that I join the Admissions Advisory Council at the University of Maine. During this three-year appointment, a team of six high school and two community college counselors will be discussing college and high school issues of common concern, serve to provide the university with feedback and be updated regarding University initiatives. With warm regards from all the members of the school counseling department, Nicole CoteCrosskill ‘77, Director of School Counseling Services
Nicole Cote-Crosskill ‘77-FA’s Director of Guidance with Corinna Adams ‘12
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PACE GALLERIES OF ART AT FA We all get older, and as we do, we begin to see specialists to help with our eyesight, teeth, brittle bones, and so forth. The same aging process happens to art, and luckily there are doctors for “sick” paintings to help extend their quality of life. “Healing Sick Art” is an important topic of discussion for the Pace Galleries. The art at Fryeburg Academy ranges from several early Nineteenth CenJohn Day ‘67-FA’s Director of the Pace Galleries with Bill Marshall at one of our many Palmina F. & tury portraits, Chinese bronzes, to Stephen S. Pace Galleries of Art. Get on our mailing list! Email John at jday@fryeburgacademy.org more recent oils on canvas. Recently, a visitor asked about the paintings in the current Florence Putterman show, “How do you clean the paintings?” First and foremost I told her, “We don’t clean them.” A painting is a very fragile creation that must be handled and cared for in a most delicate way. I had a friend who once tried to clean a painting with Grease Relief! What a disaster—it took the oil paint right off the canvas. Through the generosity of the Pace Galleries’ supporters, we have begun the conservation of one of our most important paintings. The Stephen Pace oil was donated by his attorney. The painting is extremely large (80”x120”) and was painted in the early 1950’s in his abstract style. It may be one of his largest works. For years it was rolled in a tube at his Manhattan studio where poor climatic conditions caused paint loss. The oil was also in need of a stretcher because otherwise it could not be hung. Through the skilled efforts of Anthony Moore, a noted Maine art conservator, I am happy to report that a custom-made stretcher that is foldable has been made in New York City, and by the time you receive this edition of Scenes, the painting will have been restretched onto the new frame, and the lost paint will be inpainted by the conservator. I hope that this grand and valuable work will hang overhead in the foyer at the visitors’ entrance on Bradley Street. If you have questions about conserving your heirloom objects, please contact me at the Pace Galleries, by email or call the Performing Arts Center and leave a message. I maintain a lengthy list of restorers for textiles, furniture, art, works on paper, glass, and photographs. If it needs restoration, I can probably help connect you to a restoration service. Please always know that the Galleries, through their exhibitions and staff, are here to help you. John M. Day ‘67, Director (207) 935-9232 jday@fryeburgacademy.org
Jon Whitney & Mardi Freeman (parents of Mariah Whitney ‘03 & Ben Whitney ‘05) at an opening at the Pace Galleries
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Ruth Wadsworth Payne ‘57, Gary Lowatchie & Mary Wadsworth Lowatchie ‘62; Sally Gibson-FA Faculty (Substitute Coordinator) & husband-Jim Gibson & Flora Katsiaficas-FA Former Faculty
Mary Wilkinson Greenberg; Ertei Zhao ‘13 & Meng Shirley Yuan ‘14; Jackie Lounsbury-FA Box Office Attendant
Moe & Mary Baillargeron; Asa O. Pike IV ‘57-FA President of the Board of Trustees & wife-Karen Schildberg Pike ‘58; Sarah MacGillivray-FA’s Box Office Manager & Bill Marshall
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LEURA HILL EASTMAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center continues to grow as we add performances and opportunities for our students and community to come together to enjoy so many different programs of performing art. We are not limited to just live shows, but enjoy performances broadcast live from New York City and London, all shown on our screen here in Fryeburg, ME. With something for everyone, it is all happening here! For those who were here for Reunion Weekend, we hope you enjoyed the Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Galleries of Art Exhibit: Florence Putterman: Entwined Metaphors. Many people, including students, have stopped in to enjoy the exhibit. We’re very excited about our upcoming exhibit featuring the work of John Hultberg, on loan from The Monhegan Museum of Art, a show which will continue on from here as it is traveling to a number of galleries around the United States. Our summer included our regular events such as The Metropolitan Opera Encore Series and our Monday Night at the Movies. We brought back Fred Garbo’s Inflatable Theater Company as part of our expanding Family Events Series. Each month we have planned at least one performance perfect for the whole family; many months have two or three!
Sarah MacGillivray-FA’s Box Office Manager at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center (207) 935-9232 boxoffice@fryeburgacademy.org
We were very excited about a new symphony, Maine Pro Musica, that performed for the first time on our stage. They are an outstanding group of professional musicians and they gave us a performance to remember! We will certainly be making them a regular on our schedule. We once again closed out summer at the end of August with a community presentation by White Mountain Musical Arts - the 23rd Annual Bach Festival. Unfortunately, the festival was cut short by one day as Tropical Storm Irene came through town, but we know the performers will be back next summer. Our FA Film Series continues but with a little twist this fall. We will be working with Monterey Film Studios to bring you independent films, many that have won numerous awards at national and international film festivals. Also on screen, our Metropolitan Opera Live in HD Series remains one of our most popular series. With eleven operas this season, there has never been a better time to come out and give opera a try! Fryeburg Academy’s own Joe DeVito-FA Faculty (English) prepares a wonderful opera lecture every Wednesday prior to an opera. We continue our similar series from The National Theatre of London. They opened the season this past week with a hilarious comedy which we are hoping to show again later this year called “One Man, Two Guvnors.” As I write this, I am waiting for another screen series to begin this evening that we are calling Fryeburg Academy Lectures: The Author Series. These will be lectures that have been recorded at The Free Library of Philadelphia and shown on our screen. Kathryn Stockett, author of “The Help” kicks off this series. As we like to say, there is truly something here for everyone! Of course our live shows continue to cover a wide range as well. With groups like Roomful of Blues for our blues crowd, to The Triborough Trio and Hanneke Cassel for those into more folk styles, to Rick Charette and AudioBody for the young and young at heart. My picks for favorites over the last few months have to be Fryeburg Academy’s own Heather Masse ‘00 and Ben Hammond ‘01 who kicked off our 2011-12 season with a fabulous show! What talented performers; we are so proud of them and pleased that they enjoy coming back to give us such great shows! We’re also looking forward to other local favorites when Heather Pierson and Jonathan Sarty ‘92 and The White Mountain Boys take center stage in October as part of our Americana Festival. Jonathan will return with Jonathan Sarty’s Originals in November too, and has invited Fryeburg Academy chorus students to help singing as backup during his show. Joe DeVito-FA Faculty (English) & opera aficionado will help you understand and love opera just like he does! Come and hear his lectures every Wednesday prior to our performances of the Metropolitan Live in HD Series. Email Joe at: jdevito@fryeburgacademy.org
I, of course, cannot forget to mention our own Fryeburg Academy productions! With the All School Musical, and our traditional Candlelight Concerts, I always look forward to the number of people who come out to show their support of our very talented students. The students never seem to disappoint us either, and I know they will become my pick as favorites once they get on that stage! As always, if you are in the area, check the Fryeburg Academy website for the most up-to-date information on all of our performances, and we’ll see you at the PAC, because it is all happening here! Written by Sarah MacGillivray, FA’s Box Office Manager-Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center -12-
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THE FRYEBURG ACADEMY HOMESTAY WITH SERBIAN STUDENTS MILOS TODOSIJEVIC & DJORDJE OBRADOVIC by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 (rdamon@fryeburgacademy.org) In April of 2011, I got a call from Liz Swasey, a coworker here at Fryeburg Academy. Among other things, Liz places FA dorm students in homestay situations for vacations and holidays when they cannot make the trip home. In many instances the cost of flying home during the school year is very prohibitive. Liz told me about two FA boys she needed to place for April (2011) vacation. Both from Serbia, these two juniors would not be going home. I went over to the school from my office to meet them. I found Milos (pronounced: Mee-losh) Todosijevic ‘12 in the hallway and introduced myself. He is 6’5”, a striking young man with a thick accent. He is also exceptionally polite and gracious. At once I invited both boys to stay with my son, Ben ‘10, and me over April vacation. Milos told me he and his friend, Djordje
Djordje Obradovic ‘12 & Milos Todosijevic ‘12, Fryeburg Academy boarding students with Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76
Djordje Obradovic ‘12 & Milos Todosijevic ‘12 touring Boston in April 2011.
(pronounced: George-ah officially and George-ee unofficially!) Obradovic ‘12, also a junior and 6’6” (!) would be happy to stay with us and Milos thanked me profusely for “my kindness.” Having just graduated Ben from the Academy and barely having recovered from a myriad of his friends at my house on a fairly constant basis, I was a little tired. But also I was “empty-nesting,” as Ben had just graduated and my daughter, Bailey ‘05, had moved on to college in Boston. Still, I wondered what I would do with these two Serbian boys for a full ten days. Would they talk, what would they eat, would they be picky, quiet, disruptive? It sure didn’t seem that Milos was that way when I met him. So on Friday, April 15th, I drove to the boys dorm and picked up my two new wards and met Djordje for the first time. He was hugely tall and very polite with an even thicker Serbian accent than Milos. They both sounded like so many of our FA Alum Chris Chaffee ‘03, now a tennis James Bond movie characters playing pro at Cranmore in North Conway, NH, with Milos Todosijevic ‘12 the KGB agent roles! They barely -13-
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fit into my compact car. We arrived at my house in West Fryeburg and I showed them around their new quarters. For everything I said and did, they were attentive and grateful. I immediately liked them. What I was mostly struck by is how easily they talked to me. Eventually we would cover all subjects - their lives, basketball, Fryeburg Academy, dorm life, their families, Serbia, girls, their dreams of the NBA. That is what I liked most about them. They treated me as a confidante and friend immediately. Their English was impressive although they spoke Serbian to each other. When I asked them about it, they said it is easier for them and faster and they can use more words. Made sense to me even though it left people out of conversations. I was going to make it my mission to get them to speak more English to each other. That night we had their friend and my neighbor, Nicole Shivers ‘12, over to visit. I told them friends were welcome. I really wanted these two kids to be happy at my house. I decided it was time to learn about Serbia and the place that Milos & Djordje call home. The three of us are sitting in the living room. Ben Djordje relaxing is working. I bring up Serbia on Wikipedia on my laptop and start reading out loud. The boys have a lot of pride in their country, their history and their heritage. I click on an icon that plays the Serbian National Anthem. Milos starts singing along. He knows every word. He does not hesitate to sing it loud and strong. You have to love a kid who knows his national anthem by heart. Soon I had a nickname for these two, they were “My Serbs.” The boys tell me more about themselves, often talking at the same time. They stop for Serbian conversation between themselves. While I couldn’t understand a thing, it seemed they might be trying to find the right English words or bantering over who has the correct information. Turns out Djordje is from Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. His parents are Miodrag and Dragana Obradovic. His mother attended Belgrade State University of Law and works at the Serbian Directorate of Property of the Republic of Serbia. Djordje’s father is in the windmill and machinery business and he has a PhD in Engineering. He has two Milos lighting the woodstove sisters, Nevna, age 28 and Andjelka, age 20. Milos is from Novi Sad, Serbia. His parents are Radmilo and Snezana Todosijevic. Milos has one sister, Milica, age 15. Radmilo has a PhD in Economics, is retired but teaching again (marketing and strategic management) at the Universities of Novi Sad, Banja Luka (Bosnia & Herzegovinia), and Pristina (Kosovo). Snezana is also a PhD and works in banking and is a professor at the Universities of Novi Sad & Pristina where she teaches tourism and financial accounting. Both boys are Serbian Orthodox Christian. When I asked them about the wars in their country, they said that Serbia can’t stand any more wars and everything is okay there at the moment. Both of them really missed their families and their country. They spoke with one parent or both or their siblings every day. I was immediately grateful for techology for all the homesick students at boarding schools everywhere. Here I had these two strapping Serbian boys over 4,300 miles away from home. They’d been at FA for eight months without going home. They had done homestays with other families already. Milos & Djordje love to eat, like most teenage boys, and they love good, healthy food. Their discipline is phenomenal in every way. They work out constantly and they both want to play basketball in the NBA. They are both high honor students. Their personalities are fun, joyous and open. The next day the boys go to Cranmore in North Conway with me. I will play in a tennis league and they will work out. And they do! Djordje wants to stop at the salad bar at the grocery store on the way home. We gets lots more groceries. Oatmeal, which Djordje will eat uncooked with milk and a spoon, enough beef, broccoli and vegetables to sink a battle ship, orange juice, milk, yogurt, fruit and not a stitch Djordje working out at the FA gym of processed or sugared food (except for what I could sneak into the cart for myself). -14Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
My father (Dick Andrews ‘54) just happened to have a good crop of egg-producing chickens (they have since met up with a weasel and production is at a standstill) and he brought us over a dozen eggs. Those are eaten in one sitting. I go back for three more dozen. Djordje eats his eggs hard-boiled, six at a time, Milos prefers scrambled, and six at a time with a few English muffins on the side. We perfect our breakfast drink - bananas, frozen raspberries, yogurt, juice, raw oatmeal and protein powder, into a food processor until it’s completely smooth. I make this every morning just to get them started. No coffee. Djordje drinks only room temperature water. Milos will have tea or juice, but no soda. Besides their regular workout routine, the boys play basketball whenever they can. We borrow my father’s pickup truck and go up to my mother’s (Marilyn Bennett ‘57) to pick up an old free-standing
Djordje & Milos live for basketball
basketball hoop. Naturally, they brought their own basketball (which they both palm easily). They play constantly. I, on the other hand, am in the kitchen cleaning and preparing more food. And very willingly. They are kind and grateful for everything. We decide later in the week we’ll go to Boston for the night. We leave on Wednesday. They will meet Bailey, they’ll have some free time in the city, we’ll do some tourist stops. On the way down, I am brainwashed by their rap music - Eminem, Wiz Khalifa, 50 Cent, you name it. Milos sings along to most every song. I get two rooms from priceline.com in Somerville. We rest for a while, and then take the hotel shuttle to the T station and head in to Boston. We go to the restaurant Bailey works at - The 21st Amendment, on Bowdoin Street. This is our post. The boys have been to Boston
Djordje & Milos at the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston
once before. It is a joy to walk the streets with them. Their height attracts attention wherever they go. They ask questions. They are incredibly courteous to me, a 53-year-old teacher-type who has taken them in for a week. Not once did I ever feel simply endured, or, as if I was an annoyance to them. The boys trudge around Boston, taking cell phone photos and seeing the sites. They will meet me back up with Bailey at The 21st at 10 pm and we will return to the hotel. A good night is had by all. The hotel employees are very nice to them - and even though they probably see lots of international people, they, too, are taken by these incredibly tall, handsome, charismatic Serbian sons. Finally, Milos & Djordje tell me what they really want to do in Boston. They want to get their ears pierced...... “Hmmmm, seriously.....,” I say. They are both determined. Well, we do foster independence at Fryeburg
Ben Damon ‘10, Milos Todosijevic ‘12, Hattie Gushee ‘10, Bailey Damon ‘05 & Djordje Obradovic ‘12
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Academy and they both are 18.... So we’re off to Claire’s in Downtown Crossing. I photograph the whole event. Milos & Djordje walk away with one cheezy diamond-like stone in each ear and a bottle of ear-piercing alcohol which they need to bathe their ears in at least three times a day. The gal at Claire’s was great - a crowd had assembled for the piercing. It was fun for everyone. And Milos & Djordje truly looked very cool! Sort of like the NBA stars they hope to become. Next stop was the JFK Library in Boston, one of my favorite destinations anywhere. It was a privilege to take these two boys to this profound place. I think there is no more beautiful spot. The initial film that told about JFK talked about his discipline, his intellect and his athletic prowess. I couldn’t help but feel I could be sitting with two kids who had the same kind of mettle as JFK. We had a wonderful time. During the rest of the week of April vacation, every day spent with Milos & Djordje was enjoyable. Their bond with Ben and Bailey and the rest of my family was real and Djordje & Milos with new friends, Hugh ‘44 & Rene Hastings of Fryeburg genuine. They were with us for my father’s 75th birthday party. They had a great time and everyone loved them. We had Easter together. We played Frisbee, watched movies, talked, laughed, shopped and got to know each other very well. I met their parents during Milos & Djordje’s Skyping sessions to home. While none of them speak English, the boys translated their messages of gratitude and friendship. On Sunday night, when it was time to go back to the dorms, the boys and I agree - we would leave at the very last minute. Milos & Djordje have been with us for many weekends since. I helped them pack up their rooms for the year and my mother stored their stuff for them over the summer. I took them to Boston to the airport when it was time for them to head home to Serbia. We agonized at the curb when their bags were overweight and we picked out items one by one ‘til we fixed the problem. The guys love having their pictures taken and we have hundreds of photos from the times we’ve been together. It was sad to say goodbye at Logan, but I knew they would be so happy to see their families again. They Facebooked me when they got home to say they were safe. I reassured them that I would be here to pick them up in September. We emailed often over the summer to check in. On September 4th, I picked them up in Portland. They both are great huggers. They look more mature now and I swear - taller! First stop, McDonald’s. This year I have become their advisor. They have an open invitation to spend holidays and vacations at my house and with my family. I call them, with love, “My Serbian Sons.” I know our relationship will last a lifetime, it will not end with graduation. I am so grateful to Fryeburg Academy for this opportunity. It’s been wonderful for me, and I know wonderful for Milos & Djordje. I would encourage any of you who are willing to open your homes to Fryeburg Academy dorm students, to contact Liz Swasey at (207) 935-2001 x 3116 or by email at lswasey@ fryeburgacademy.org. It is so worth it. “During Thanksgiving, February and April vacations, Fryeburg Academy offers homestays to our boarding students. Many of our boarding students are international and it is not feasible for them to go home during those vacations, so they may opt for a homestay. In a typical homestay situation, a local family offers to host one or a few Academy students. Students pay a small per diem and families provide the student with meals and perhaps some trips and activities in the area. In the past, all homestays have been limited to the local Fryeburg area. Currently, though, we are expanding our program to all alumni/ae throughout the country, affording our students the ability to travel domestically and see different parts of the U.S. Through the homestay program our boarding students are able to make local connections and experience American family life. Usually, however, it is not only the students who benefit from this experience; host families partake in a cultural exchange, they form bonds with the students, and the experience is enriching for the whole family.”
Hieu Van ‘12 with Liz Swasey-FA’s Homestay Program Coordinator
“If you are interested in joining the Fryeburg Academy homestay program, please contact me, Liz Swasey, at (207) 935-2001 x 3116 or via email me at lswasey@fryeburgacademy.org. Thank you.”
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FA TODAY
Section by Todd Gallagher ‘82 (tgallagher@fryeburgacademy.org)
Dan Turner (Faculty) and granddaughter Avery class of 2028
Claudine Clarke ‘11
Sue Thurston-FA’s Athletic Director & Patrick Burford-FA’s Athletic Trainer
David Sturdevant-FA Principal
Dan Waterhouse ‘02 & Bob Hodgman-Burns FA Boys Soccer Coaches
Molly Ballard ‘14, Emily Heggie ‘13 & Christina DiPietro ‘13
FA Cheerleaders- 14 thumbs up!!!!!!!
Kelsey Sheehan ‘11 & Jonathan Dana ‘11
Chelsea Smith ‘11 & Carey Martin ‘11
Mike Latella ‘14, Faith Stevens ‘13, Emily Cooper ‘13 &Tyler Miller ‘13
Chelsea Abraham ‘14, Dennis Campbell ‘11, Isabel Hodgman-Burns ‘14 & Khalil Fair ‘12
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Sage Hennessy ‘12 & Christina DiPietro ‘13 Kyle Lewis ‘11
Tyler Hill ‘13
Milos Mijokov ‘12, Fred Stearns ‘12, Forrest Stearns ‘14 & Seth Eastman ‘11
Up, up and away!!!
Manxi Wu ‘13 & Jee Na Kim ‘14
Jonatan Blomstrand ‘13
Sonam Sherpa ‘12, Norbu Sherpa ‘13, Michael Strobel ‘13 & Shafi Mujadadi ‘11
Chandler Blake ‘12
Kim Hurst ‘11, Naomi Ela ‘11 &Thu Hoang ‘11
Colette Fritzlen ‘11 DAR Award Recipient
Cindy Russell & Brent LaCasce ‘78-FA’s Fine Arts Chair
Mark Schrader ‘12 & Meghan Costello ‘12
Katherine Heggie ‘11
Devin LaCasce ‘11, Aubrie Howard ‘11 & Aslyn Dindorf ‘11
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Wenqian Dong ‘11 & Quang Le ‘11
Shafi Mujadadi ‘11
Taylor Newton ‘12 & Bob Ramsay ‘12
Dennis Keaten ‘66, Silas Eastman ‘13 & Bob Pulito-FA Faculty (Industrial Technology) with a chair Silas made! Dennis provided the lumber.
Nicole Shivers ‘12 & Fred Stearns ‘12
Brenna Gerchman ‘12, Madeline Smith ‘12, Sophie-Mary Creegan ‘12 & Sylvia Brooks ‘12
Matt Genest ‘11 & Tina Maria Delacruz ‘11
Hoang Anh Vu ‘12, Mai Duong ‘11, Tracy Weitz-FA Faculty (Director of the Center of International Studies), Hieu Van ‘11 & Thu Hoang ‘11
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Queen David Turner ‘88-FA’s Dean of Boarding Students & King Jim Thurston-FA’s Dean of Day Students The real King and Queen!!! Michael Creegan ‘11 & Haley Nadeau ‘11
Maggie McConkey ‘12, Tanner Wentworth ‘13, Bailey Frost ‘11 & Brady Lloyd ‘11
Manxi Wu ‘13 & Bohan Huang ‘11
Colby Locke ‘11, Leah Roy ‘13, Jess Wagner & Zack Rowland ‘11
Ian Macfawn ‘13 & Payton Schwarz ‘12
Nobody messes with the girls in the dresses!!! FA Softball (and they went undefeated 20-0 and won the state title!)
Stefan Emery ‘11 & Seth Eastman ‘11
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Tylor Henry ‘11, Jasson Spear ‘11, Nick Prouty ‘11 & Cody Boyd ‘11
Cody Frye ‘11
Cody Batchelor ‘11 & Caleb Young ‘11
Tina Maria Delacruz ‘11, Bailey Frost ‘11 & Miranda DiMartino ‘11
Wenqian Dong ‘11, Ziyu Ge ‘11, Peijun Yu ‘11 & Shikun Lu ‘11
Audrey Boyd ‘11
Colette Fritzlen ‘11 & Lakyn Osgood ‘12
Berta Rodes ‘11 & Jose Pellicer ‘11
Joe Shaw ‘11 & mother-Melanie Bondarez
Jacob Lettiere ‘11
Aubrie Howard ‘11, Madeline Egan ‘11 & Katherine Heggie ‘11
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Oh my gosh, we are going to get so wet!!!!
Project Graduation white water rafting trip! A good time had by all!!!
Kim Hurst ‘11, Naomi Ela ‘11, Haley Nadeau ‘11, Catherine Manoogian ‘11, Madeline Egan ‘11 & Samantha Kruguer ‘11
Charlotte Lewis ‘11 & Dennis Campbell ‘11
My next job!!!
Billie L’Heureux-FA Faculty (Wellness) schools the seniors on the court.
Joe Manning-FA’s Academic Dean-with a cup of Joe
Conrad Ward ‘11
Cody Batchelor ‘11 & Seth Eastman ‘11
Kelsey Sheehan ‘11, Karissa Watkins ‘11, Ashley Watkins ‘11 & Chelsea Smith ‘11
I’m having a ball!!!
Here is a pair that beats a full house!
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Berta Rodes ‘11 & her mother
Jackie and Al Stearns ‘52 with Mai Duong ‘11, Hoang Anh Vu ‘12, Thu Hoang ‘11 & Thuy Nguyen ‘11
Brady Lloyd ‘11, Simone Marie ‘11, Marina Houlihan ‘11, Miranda DiMartino ‘11, Dacey Wesley ‘11 & Aslyn Dindorf ‘11
Mi Ho Noh ‘11
Peijun Yu ‘11 & his parents
Stephanie Morin-FA’s Director of Enrollment and Marketing & Chris Hibbard-FA’s Director of Admissions
Colette Fritzlen ‘11-President Class of 2011
Jose Pellicer ‘11 & his mother
Ashley Watkins ‘11 & Meghan Bradley ‘11
Class Night-Kelsey Sheehan ‘11, Shafi Mujadadi ‘11, Aslyn Dindorf ‘11 & Seth Eastman ‘11
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Molly Cavanaugh ‘11
Seth Eastman ‘11 & Riley Pitman ‘11
Joe Shaw ‘11
Lauren Brooking ‘11, Dennis Campbell ‘11 & Miranda DiMartino ‘11
Colette Fritzlen ‘11 & Tina Maria Delacruz ‘11
Stefan Emery ‘11
Jonathan Dana ‘11
Ilham Altunkaya ‘11 & Salomon Friesen ‘11
Caleb Young ‘11
Emily Miccolo-Layne ‘11, Chelsea Smith ‘11 & Lydia Zipper ‘11
Bohan Huang ‘11
Andrew Rideout ‘11
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Mehmet Altunkaya ‘11 & Ilham Altunkaya ‘11 & family
Ryan Smith ‘11 & family
Laura Noddin ‘11 & family
Milos Mijokov ‘12 & Ang Xu ‘11
Matt McLellan ‘10 & Karissa Watkins ‘11
Thuy Nguyen ‘11, Hongxin Xu ‘11, Tae Keon Yoon ‘12 & Quang Le ‘11
Riko Kamishima ‘11 & friends
Stefan Emery ‘11, Ellen Bacchiocchi ‘13 & Peter Bacchiocchi ‘11
Giovanni Difazio ‘11, Stefan Emery ‘11, Ian Sundgren ‘11 & Nathan Hill ‘11
James Luciano ‘10, Miranda DiMartino ‘11 & Dylan DiMartino ‘10
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Fryeburg Academy Class of 2011 Awards The Oliver Award - Ashley Watkins Senator George J. Mitchell Scholarship - Aubrie Howard The Richard Denney Scholarship - Brady Lloyd Susan Souther Page English Medal - Molly Cavanaugh Elizabeth W. Tinker Prize, History - Gerald LaMountain Elizabeth W. Tinker Prize, Mathematics - Jin Wook Kim George Haley Prize - Pin-Hao Chao Major Clayton Warren Pike and Margaret E. Pike Science Prize Hongxin Xu Elizabeth W. Tinker Prize, French - Aubrie Howard The Priscilla Higgins Merrifield French Award - Katherine Heggie Walter A. Robinson Classical Prize - Lauren Brooking The Fryeburg Academy Spanish Award - Meghan Bradley Elizabeth W. Tinker Prize, Business - Sara Baker Theodore P. Blaich Social Studies Award - Kimberly Hurst Andrew B. Welch Life Science Award - Samantha Kruguer John F. Weston Award - Jonathan Dana Ralph M. Larrabee Award - Chia-Che Kang The Lester W. Hammond Jr. Award - Tianyu Xiang Eleanor P. Andrews Award - Aslyn Dindorf Philip G. Andrews, Jr. Award - Riley Pitman Barbara Douglass Intercultural Ambassador Award - Riko Kamishima Fryeburg Academy Teachers Association Scholarship - Meghan Bradley The Priscilla MacGillivray Goff Award - Riley Pitman The LaCasce Award - Aubrie Howard, Shafiqullah Mujadadi Dean’s Cup - Colette Fritzlen Senior Esprit de Corps Award - Shafiqullah Mujadadi Ruth Shaw French Award - Devin LaCasce The Graustein Awards - Aslyn Dindorf, Seth Eastman Robert S. Crabtree Service Award - Kelsey Sheehan Erickson Award - Seth Eastman The Gibson Memorial Medal - Colette Fritzlen The Fryeburg Academy Alumni Association Awards - Aslyn Dindorf & Kelsey Sheehan Bretton Frost Memorial Award - Bailey Frost Marjoray “Dolly” LaCasce All-State Music Awards - Meghan Bradley, Jonathan Dana, Devin LaCasce, Kelsey Sheehan The Fryeburg Recreation Department’s Dick Cote Community Service Award - Aslyn Dindorf The Charles G. Rutter Industrial Arts Award - Alexander Brooks Dorothy P. Ingraham Award - Berta Rodes Charles E. and Blanche M. Fox Award - Christopher Solter Stella Nickerson Gray Award - Samantha Kruguer Madeline A. Savard Medical Award - Kelsey Sheehan The Stella N. and Lawrence M. Gray Award - Zachary York The Class of 1950 Award - Meghan Bradley John Fordyce Prize - Ilham Altunkaya The Cal and Sally Harnden Award - Sara Baker The Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Foundation Scholarships Naomi Ela, Madeline Egan, Ze Peng Zheng, Lydia Zipper Harry G. True Memorial Scholarship - Lydia Zipper Brian (BJ) Day Award - Sara Williams Ruth Pauline Nixon Award - Colette Fritzlen Colin Hurd Memorial Award - Nathan Hill The John Freeman Memorial Award - Joseph Shaw The Maine Principals Scholarship - Lydia Zipper Virginia Lee Nixon Award - Bailey Frost Wallace Blake Scholarship - Shafiqullah Mujadadi Nancy Brooks Heath Nursing Award - Ashley Watkins The Frank Petillo Memorial Fine Arts Award - Devin LaCasce The Drama Award - Adrienne Olson, Chelsea Smith New England Science Teachers Award - Kelsey Sheehan Vincent Manoriti Memorial Book Award - Thu Hoang Raiders Booster Plaques for Outstanding Athletic Performance Katherine Heggie, Ian Sundgren
Fryeburg Academy Soccer Award - Conrad Ward Paul “Skip” McBride Memorial Award - Aslyn Dindorf, Seth Eastman Joseph R. Austin Football Award - Nathan Hill Eldon W. Heartz Track Award - Christopher Solter Clifford L. Gray Baseball Award - Colby Locke Harry G. True Basketball Awards - Katherine Heggie, Colby Locke Susan Harnden Fox Wrestling Award - Stefan Emery Jay Boschert Memorial Award - Seth Eastman Katelyn Dagan Scholarship - Andrew Rideout Fryeburg Lions Club Scholarship - Riley Pitman and Dacey Wesley Fryeburg Fish and Game Association Scholarship - Lauren Brooking and Riley Pitman Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club - Jacob Lettiere and Zachary York The Frank W. Shaw Post #137 American Legion Award Lauren Brooking Alumni Association Book Awards – Meghan Bradley, Lauren Brooking, Samantha Kruguer, Devin LaCasce and Anna Tupaj National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens Award – Colette Fritzlen The Denmark Lions Scholarships - Molly Cavanaugh, Elodie Davis, Miranda DiMartino, Kayla Durgin and Alexander Kiesman The Lovell Lions Scholarships: The Malcolm Wilson Memorial Scholarship - Lauren Brooking David Mason Recreational Scholarship – Peter Bacchiocchi Chester Adams Memorial Scholarship – Ashley Henschel Winfield Adams Memorial Scholarship – Kelsey Sheehan Fryeburg Area Rotary Club Scholarship - Aslyn Dindorf, Aubrie Howard, Samantha Kruguer Raiders Booster Club Book Award - Michael Creegan, Aslyn Dindorf, Aubrie Howard, Samantha Kruguer, Devin LaCasce, Kelsey Sheehan and Anna Tupaj Dollars for Scholars of Mount Washington Scholarships Meghan Bradley, Jonathan Dana, Aslyn Dindorf, Kayla Durgin, Aubrie Howard Samantha Kruguer, Devin LaCasce, Brady Lloyd, Dacey Wesley David G. Fox Memorial Scholarship - Lauren Brooking Grand Lodge of Maine Scholarship - Samantha Kruguer The Pingree-Trumbull Scholarship - Jasson Spear Fryeburg Chiropractic and Wellness Center Award - Haley Nadeau Poland Spring Good Science Scholarships - Kaila Gibbons, Samantha Kruguer, Colby Locke, Marya McLaughlin and Camille Surrett The Knights of Pythias Award - Cody Batchelor Joan Irish Award - Lauren Brooking Marion Rodgerson Scholarship - Lauren Brooking Settlers’ Green Outlet Village Scholarship - Michael Creegan Maine Principals’ Association Principal’s Award - Colette Fritzlen The Western Maine Conference Citizenship Award Aslyn Dindorf, Seth Eastman Oxford County Education Association Retired Educational Assistance Award – Meghan Bradley
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Alfie Walker says it all!!!!
Sorry, U R OUT
STATE CHAMPS AGAIN!!!!!!!
Raider Head Coach Fred Apt, explains how the girls won their third state title in four years!!!!
Carla Tripp ‘12, always cleans the Pye off her plate!!
Sarah Harriman ‘14
Ashley Watkins ‘11
Just a little excited!!!!! Sarah Harriman ‘14
The Raiders after their Western Maine Final victory making them 19-0
Carla Tripp ‘13 & Maggie McConkey ‘12
Hey, I can see all the way through!!!
Abigale Brown ‘12
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SHAWNEE PEAK SKI NIGHT
Always a great time and always the first Friday night in March (March 2, 2012!) Adam Shorey ‘10 & Brylie Walker ‘10 FA’s Rock Band performs each year-Owen Conforte ‘08, Bobby Sheehan ‘09, Jeremy Holden ‘10, Josh Strange ‘06, Andrew Patterson ‘08 & Paul Allen ‘06
Gary Wilfong ‘66 with grandson-Wyatt Kimball & daughter-Amy Wilfong ‘89 & brother-Jim Wilfong ‘64
Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76, Skip Cadigan ‘74 & Barbara Hill ‘74
FA Field Hockey Coaches-Jess Blasi ‘01 & Dede FrostFA Faculty (Dir-Pequawket Valley Alternative School)
Jessica Grey ‘97 & Harvey Nichols-FA’s Operations Manager
Terry MacGillivray ‘81 presents Lea Guptill Tilton ‘06 with a win; Skip Cadigan ‘74; David Brochu ‘78
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Terry MacGillivray ‘81 with winners Terry Guptill ‘79; Andy Tilton; David Brochu ‘78; Hattie Gushee Kimball ‘10 with mother-Barbara Gushee ‘84
Bill Perry ‘80 congratulates Terry (TMac) MacGillivray ‘81 on a ski win; Terry Guptill ‘79 with wife, Tamylea, daughter-Lea Guptill Tilton ‘06 and son-in-law-Andy Tilton
Elaine Files (mother of Emily ‘05 & Colin ‘10); Martha Grover Holden ‘74 & Skip Cadigan ‘74; Mark Strange-FA Faculty (IA) & Ron Pelkie ‘91; Jess Blasi ‘01; Kelly Margeson ‘10
FA Musicians with parents-Bobby Sheehan ‘09, Melissa Smith Holden ‘82, Craig Holden, Jeremy Holden ‘10, Holly Hatch Strange ‘81, Josh Strange ‘06, Mark Strange, Paul Allen Sr. & Paul Allen ‘06
Elizabeth Andrews ‘80 & Bill Perry ‘80
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REUNION 2011
Section by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 (rdamon@fryeburgacademy.org)
IMPORTANT NOTE FA Reunions are moving to JUNE Reunion 2012 is June 15, 16 & 17 Save The Date Former Presidents of the Fryeburg Academy Alumni Association & Distinguished Alums-Dick Fox ‘41, Celestine “Sally” Perkins Harnden ‘46, Alan Trumbull ‘56, Asa O. Pike IV ‘57, Scott Kelly ‘53 & Conrad Eastman ‘48
Senior Alumni – 1930’s and 1940’s - Row 1: Elsie Reuning Fox ‘44, Leona Emery Mains ‘46, Celestine “Sally” Perkins Harnden ‘46, Sylvia Shaw Lydick ‘43, Alice Bemis Best ‘38; Row 2: Conrad Eastman ’48, James Record ’48, Wilma Andrews Cavanaugh ‘47, Joanne Richardson Sargent ’46, Marcia Stearns Hamlin ‘49, Virginia Thurston Wallace ‘47; Row 3: Ruth Andrews Porter ’40, Ralph Woodward ‘48, Harrison “Lefty” Homans ‘46; Row 4: Robert Jewett ‘49, Hugh Hastings ‘44, Phil Lord ‘44, C. Richard LaCasce ‘46; Row 5: John “Bruce” Nason ’48, Eva Dunn Ward ’49, Richard Hill ’49, Janette Gerry Bennett ‘47
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Class of 1936 and Class of 1941 Marguerite Hammond Smith, Dick Fox, Marjorie Fox Jordan, Polly Pendexter Lutte Below left-Betty Hill Baker ‘44 & Bea Baker Head ‘45 Class of 1946-Joanne Richardson Sargent, Leona Emery Mains, Sally Perkins Harnden, Harrison “Lefty” Homans, C. Richard “Dick” LaCasce
Senior Alumni 1950’s - Row 1: Richard Eastman ‘52, Faye Hussey Cross ‘52, Jean Henley McAllister ‘52, Theresa Day Perreault ‘54, Evangeline Hughey Sawin ‘51, Helen Palmer Weeks ‘50, Alice Breen Hill ‘53; Row 2: Suzanne Pinkham Blanchard ‘54, Mareen Woodward Steiner-Underwood ‘56, Bill Grover ‘58, Carol Hutchins McGarigle ‘59, Martha Hartford Doughty ‘51; Row 3: Edward “Brian” Dolley ‘54, Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59, Paula Schmidt Mansur ‘59, Brett Russell ‘56, Sherry Littlefield ’57, Bill Johnson ‘50; Row 4: Thomas DiMauro ‘56, Linda Boothby Dearmott ‘59, Beverly Lancaster Goldstone ‘57; Row 5: Charles Pingree ‘56, Clyde Wiggin ‘53, Dianne Taggart Yaple ‘55, Ron Hill ‘49, Elizabeth Linnell Paquette ‘59; Row 6: Ron Alving ’56, Roy Andrews ‘56, Donna Potter Edwards ‘56, Robert Edwards ‘55, Bradford Brooks ‘55, James Osgood ‘56, Scott Kelly ‘53, Allan Trumbull ‘56; Row 7: David Bowles ’53, Jack Mansur ’59, Ron Kiesman ’59, Paul Andrews ‘51
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Class of 1951-Paul Andrews, Martha Hartford Doughty, Evangeline Hughey Sawin, Conrad Hartford Class of 1956-Row 1: Thomas DiMauro, Jerry Burnell, Mareen Woodward Steiner-Underwood, Sylvia Baker Wiggin, Trudy Sargent Johnson, Pat Leavitt Stearns; Row 2: Charles Pingree, Phyllis Littlefield Hetzler, Philip Emery, Brett Russell, Allan Trumbull; Row 3: Donna Potter Edwards, Gordon Hill, James Osgood, Roy Andrews, Ron Alving
Class of 1961-Row 1: Kenneth Brown, Dick Thompson, Jackie Blake Sullivan, Linda Ring Drew, Brenda Thurston Griffin, James Brown, Morton Savell; Row 2: Virginia Seavey Chandler, Lyn Grover Horton, Melvin Eastman, Patricia Smith Contois; Row 3: Carleton Pendexter, Sue Oliver Stevenson, Arnold Noble, Nancy Stewart Perkins, Richard Hill; Row 4: Richard Sanborn, Lorna Largey Emery, Everett Turcotte, Sylvia Sawyer Sebelist, Ellie Dunn Walker, Stephen DiBiaso; Row 5: Darryl Watson, Bruce Thurston, Robert “Bob” Isaacs, Sandra Quincy Fox Row 6: Arthur Dudley, Roger Chesley, Richard Edgecomb, Dave Frost, John Cover, Herbert Payne, Richard Day, Marvin Goldstein, Bob Eaton, Wilbur Hammond, Jr.
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Class of 1966-Row 1: Rosemary Boothby Rankin, Margie Smith Record, Cathy Bryant Trumbull, Beth Grover Jones, Heidi Bemis Gould; Row 2: Lida Largey Kaiser, Karen Hartzell Hart, Barry Gilman, Lawrence Perry; Row 3: Don Gnecco, Virginia Emery Weeks, Vinal Pendexter
Class of 1971-Row 1: Rick Eastman, Kris Hall Gould, Karen Fox Grey, Sandra Emery McFarlin, Nancy Harnden Leach, Stuart Hess Row 2: Deborah Wood Larson, Jane Lord Dutton, Gerry Craig; Row 3: Gary Mains, Daniel Watson, Scott Leach; Row 4: Greg Thurston, Dennis Wright, Peter Paige, Tom Barker; Row 5: Ed George Good ’68, Stephen Hosmer, John Kalkanajian, Fred Saunders
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Class of 1976-Row 1: Bill Emmons, Dana Lewis Jelinek, Sherry True Ingalls, Diane Leet Gagnon, Kim Barton; Row 2: Mary Williams Walton, Sabina Robiller Robbins, Ellen Hastings Zelman, Russell Burnell, Bob Benson; Row 3: Peter Mason, Cindy Gushee, Michael Cressey, Rachel Andrews Damon, Bob Barber
Class of 1981-Row 1: Taeri Horton Lyn, Melanie Ridlon Eldracher, Dawn Gale Lacasce, Holly Hatch Strange, Cathy Johnson Trecarten; Row 2: Kristin Robiller Parker, Holly Johnson, Lisa Luedeke, Robin Schrader, Kara Kiesman Henschel, Chris Gordon; Row 3: Tony Lennon, Terry MacGillivray, Jessica Russell, Deedee Davis Kelly, Curtis Lane; Row 4: Penny Sislane Williams, Linda Raymond Bonnar-Ivery, Johanna Eaton Rioux, Rhonda McBurnie Frisch, Joe Keelan; Row 5: Dayle Wood Martin, Joe Shaffner, Jason Doughty, John Thebault
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Class of 1986-Row 1: Hilary Russell, Annabel Nash, Andrea Smith Osgood, Leigh Bucknell Kiesman, Bennett Hurlin; Row 2: Lorinda Largey Simonds, Lori Reed Angevine, Karen Grey Santuccio, Phil Furnee; Row 3: Dana Irish, Laurie Horton Quintiliani, Edie Walker Day, Wendy Fox Hammond; Row 4: Nathan Day, Mike Silver, David Emery
Class of 1991-Row 1: Jennifer Wales Greaney, Rebecca Martin Lescarbeau, Kelly McInnis Sage, Jayme Hamlin Smith, Amy Dekutoski Walton; Row 2: Dawn Newcomb Wentworth, Kristin York, Rebecca Freeman-O’Brien, Melissa Fox Evans; Row 3: Andy Wilfong, Betsy Gould Desjardins, Suzie Martin Wagner, Paul Wagner; Row 3: Jeff Stuard, Julie Brooks-Ontengco, David Martin, Matthew Warren
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Class of 1996-Travis McFarlin, Haley Cooke, Jeff Leach, Nate Infinger
Class of 2001-Row 1: Amy Sturdevant Williams, Rebecca Almy Infinger, Jenny MacFarlane Valente, Caleb Maillett, Erin Barber, Molly Sylvester Hill, Fei Wu; Row 2: Gabe Watson, Michael Infinger, Travis Khiel, James Hamlin
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Class of 2006-Row 1: Trisha Cloutier, Makenzie Walker, Katelyn Shorey, Lea Guptill Tilton, Melanie Postell Lebel, Katie Blynn; Row 2: Charles Scott, Drew Crecelius, Josh Strange
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Pu Chen ‘02 & Fei Wu ‘01 at Reunion 2011; Terry MacGillivray ‘81-FA Alumni Association President (ending 9/1/11) with son-Ian & daughter-Megan ‘12
Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59 & Jenn Stacy Bartlett ‘93-Board members FA Alumni Association; LaCasce Bequest Society Dinner-Elsie Reuning Fox ‘44; FA’s Director of Gift Planning & LaCasce Bequest Society Founder & Emcee-Peter Klomp with Alice Breen Hill ‘53; Polly Pendexter Lutte ‘36, Ginny Noftle & Bill Housum-Former FA Faculty
LaCasce Bequest Society MembersBarbara Kollander-FA’s Business Manager & husband-Lonnie
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LaCasce Bequest Society DinnerKaren Schildberg Pike ‘58; David Sturdevant-FA Principal & wife-Beth; Dan Lee-FA Headmaster & Asa Pike ‘57-FA President Board of Trustees; Karen Schildberg Pike ‘58 & Roy Andrews ‘56; David Sturdevant & Mrs. Susie Lee; FA hosts some incredible art exhibits at the Pace Galleries, here work by Florence Putterman; John Day ‘67FA’s DirectorPace Galleries of Art
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FA’s Reunion Tribute to Wrestling - stay tuned for more events of this type. It was great! Below-Todd Gallagher ‘82FA’s Alumni Director & Rich Merrill ‘78;
Dave Woodsome-FA Faculty (PE) & Former Wrestling Coach & Sean Keough ‘74; George Perry ‘69 & Dick Heikkinen ‘62-FA Former Wrestling Coach; below-Peter Mason ‘76 & Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76; Doug Wood ‘77 & Bill Perry ‘80
John Cover ‘61 & Sue Oliver Stevenson ‘61; Dick Heikkinen ‘62; Bob Eaton ‘61; Morton Savell ‘61
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Rick Eastman ‘71 thanks Dave Woodsome; historical FA wrestling photo; John Pinto-FA Former Wrestling Coach; Rick Eastman ‘71 & Dave Woodsome
Pat Blood Thurston ‘63 & husband-Bruce Thurston ‘61, Irving Thurston ‘70 & Bryce Thurston ‘88; Sean Keough ‘74; Keith Durham ‘72 brought tshirts for all the wrestlers “Fryeburg Academy 1971 Maine State Class B Champions”; Brian Merrill ‘72 & Dave Woodsome; Dale Nelson ‘72 & Bruce Thurston ‘61; Coffee Dunham ‘71
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Steve Hosmer ‘71, Stu Hess ‘71, Keith Durham ‘72 & Scott Kelly ‘53; Jeff Leach ‘96, Kirk McDermith ‘83, Paul Kiesman ‘83, Dan Fox ‘92 & Ken McDermith ‘84; below-John Pinto & Bryce Thurston ‘88; Todd Gallagher ‘82-FA’s Alumni Director with FA Wrestling Coaches-Dick Heikkinen ‘62, Dave Woodsome, Bryce Thurston ‘88 & John Pinto
FA Wrestlers-Rich Merrill ‘78, Brian Merrill ‘72, Dan Fox ‘92, Jeff Leach ‘96, Kirk McDermith ‘83, Ken McDermith ‘84, Caleb Hopler ‘87; Irving Thurston ‘70, Chris Gordon ‘81, Dale Nelson ‘72, Rick Eastman ‘71, Dick Heikkinen ‘62, Doug Wood ‘77, Dave Woodsome, Steve Hosmer ‘72, George Perry ‘69, Stu Hess ‘71, Keith Durham ‘72, Bryce Thurston ‘88, Scott Kelly ‘53, John Pinto, Paul Kiesman ‘83, Mike Ross ‘72 & Sean Keough ‘74
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Reunion 2011-Pace Galleries of Art Opening featuring Florence Putterman: Entwined Metaphors & Tim Scott-FA’s Director of Development; Amy Sturdevant Williams ‘01 with children-Emma & Finn & parents-David Sturdevant-FA Principal & Beth Sturdevant; below-Pu Chen ‘02 & Bruce Smith ‘67; Flora Katsiaficas-Former FA Coach; Melissa Smith Holden ‘82 & husband-Craig
Mary Wadsworth Lowatchie ‘62; Amy Sturdevant Williams ‘01 & daughter-Emma; Bill Housum-Former FA Faculty & Sally Gibson-FA Faculty (Substitute Coordinator)
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Dan Lee-FA Headmaster gives his State of Fryeburg Academy talk to a crowd at the Bion R. Cram Library; Peter Klomp-FA’s Director of Gift Planning with Marvin Goldstein ‘61 & his wife-Marilyn
Scenes from Reunion Class Photos - 1961 - their 50th Reunion - a very important milestone and a time to be grateful for the ‘kids’ that helped shape our lives.
Harrison “Lefty” Homans ‘46; Jim Osgood ‘56; Marguerite Hammond Smith ‘41, Margie Smith Record ‘66, Russ Record ‘63 & Jimmy Record ‘48; Phil Trott ‘49 & wife-Diane
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Polly Pendexter Lutte ‘36 with daughters-Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59 & Kathryn Lutte Dumont ‘68; Tim Scott-FA’s Director of Development & Official Bartender with Sherry Littlefield ‘57 & Dean Stearns ‘57
Tom DiMauro ‘56, Jim Osgood ‘56, Roy Andrews ‘56 & Ron Alving ‘56 below-Phil Lord ‘44 & wife-Mary, Hugh Hastings ‘44 & wife-Norene
Clyde Wiggin ‘53; Richard Sanborn ‘61 & Carleton Pendexter ‘61; Dianne Taggart Yaple ‘55
Richard Day ‘61, Jim Chandler ‘60 & Arnie Noble ‘61; Melvin Eastman ‘61, Margaret Hatch Eastman ‘64, Brenda Thurston Griffin ‘61 & Web Fox
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Stan Dolley ‘60 & Deb Lord Dolley ‘67; Nancy Stewart Perkins ‘61; Mary Williams Walton ‘76; Helen Palmer Weeks ‘50 & Jean Henley McAllister ‘52; below-Robert Isaacs ‘61 with wife-Bonnie & John Cover ‘61; Holly Hatch Strange ‘81 & Karen Fox Grey ‘71
Lorinda Largey Simonds ‘86, Lori Reed Angevine ‘86, Lida Largey Kaiser ‘66, Lorna Largey Emery ‘61 & husband-Phil Emery ‘56; Kara Kiesman Henschel ‘81
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Joe Shaffner ‘81, Dayle Wood Martin ‘81 & Chris Gordon ‘81; Cindy Gushee ‘76 & Ellen Hastings Zelman ‘76; Danny Charles ‘81 & Terry MacGillivray ‘81
Ron Sanborn Nancy Harnden Leach ‘71 & Steve Leach ‘68; Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60; Hugh Hastings ‘64 volunteers ‘44 & Phil Trott ‘49; Bev Lancaster Goldstone ‘57 & husband-Ron every year to help with FA Class Photos. Many thanks to Ron Sanborn ‘64, Jenn Stacy Bartlett ‘93, Barbara Hill ‘74 & Tracy Bell Mason ‘74 who take and coordinate FA’s Class Photos! Don Quincy ‘52, Dick Eastman ‘52 & Paul Andrews ‘51
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Dedication of the Harry G. True Court at Fryeburg Academy. Chris Gordon-Somers ‘75 made a contribution to FA to name the basketball court after his mentor, coach and teacher, Harry G. True. Mr. True’s granddaughters-Chandler & Spencer True (Paul’s daughters) sang the National Anthem in honor of their grandfather.
Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 & Dan Lee-FA Headmaster thanked Chris for his commitment to Mr. True & Fryeburg Academy. Senior Bobby Ramsay ‘12 thanked Chris and offered him a seat with the Raider Boys Basketball team for the 2012-2013 season.
Bobby Ramsay ‘12; Chris Gordon-Somers ‘75 & Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76; Chris Gordon Somers ‘75 hugs Bobby Ramsay ‘12, Mark True ‘82
Mr. True’s grandchildren unveil the new Harry G. True Court
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The new Harry G. True Court at Fryeburg Academy; Sandra True (FA’s Former Secretary of the Dean’s Office) & Chris Gordon-Somers ‘75; the family of Sandra & Harry True including children Denise True Stacy ‘72, Sherry True Ingalls ‘76, Kathy True Ela ‘78, Mark True ‘82 & Paul True ‘88 & their families
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Reunion Banquet-FA Alumni Association President (ending 9/1/11) Terry MacGillivray ‘81 presents the 2011 Distinguished Alumni Award to Chris Gordon ‘81, Brett Russell ‘56 & Asa O. Pike IV ‘57-all three are FA Trustees and were the Chairmen of the Phoenix Project which rebuilt the gym & performing arts center after the October 2005 fire.
Brett Russell ‘56 & Family
Chris Gordon ‘81-2011 Distinguished Alum Brett Russell ‘56-2011 Distinguished Alum
Tim Scott-FA’s Director of Development
Asa O. Pike ‘57-2011 Distinguished Alum
Asa O. Pike ‘57 & Family
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Gary Mains ‘71 & mother-Leona Emery Mains ‘46; Alanna Infinger (wife of Nate Infinger ‘96) & Maria Gomiz Maillett ‘95; Marsha Lee Locke Hansen ‘62 & husband-Carroll; Virgil Ward ‘48-FA Former Faculty (Business)
Celestine “Sally” Perkins Harnden ‘46 & daughter-Nancy Harnden Leach ‘71 & grandson-Jeff Leach ‘96; Leona Emery Mains ‘46 & Sandra Emery McFarlin ‘71; Sherry Littlefield ‘57 & wife-Shirley
Nate Infinger ‘96 & wife-Alanna; Everett Turcotte ‘61, Steve Dibiaso ‘61, Ken Brown ‘61, Carleton Pendexter ‘61, Dick Thompson ‘61, Brenda Thurston Griffin ‘61, Sandra Quincy Fox ‘61, Virginia Seavey Chandler ‘61, Bob Isaacs ‘61, Jacqueline Blake Sullivan ‘61, Lorna Largey Emery ‘61 & Patricia Smith Contois ‘61
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Bob Jewett ‘49 & wife-Margaret; Gordon Hill ‘56 & wife-Patricia; Gary Mains ‘71 & Kristine Hall Gould ‘71
Melvin Eastman ‘61, Pat Smith Contois ‘61, Lyn Grover Horton ‘61, Dick Thompson ‘61 & Everett Turcotte ‘61
Kelly McInnis Sage ‘91 & Jennifer Wales Greaney ‘91
Lynne Kalkanajian, John Kalkanajian ‘71, Rick Eastman ‘71 & wifeKate, Stu Hess ‘71 & Steve Hosmer ‘71
Paul Wagner ‘91, Suzie Martin Wagner ‘91, Rebecca Martin Lescarbeau ‘91, Kristin York ‘91, Jayme Hamlin Smith ‘91 & Andrew Wilfong ‘91
Bill Grover ‘58, Janice Grover Thurston ‘60, Alice Bemis Best ‘38, MariAnn Thurston Whorley ‘60 & Arthur Best
Jack Mansur ‘59, Paula Schmidt Mansur ‘59, Carol Hutchins McGarigle ‘59, Phil Maynard ‘59, Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59, Ron Kiesman ‘59 & Linda Boothby DeArmott ‘59
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Ann Griffin Chandonia, Kay Griffin Cossette ‘64 & Brenda Thurston Griffin ‘61
Jim Osgood ‘56, wife-Donna & granddaughterMakenzie Walker ‘06
Patti Cogswell ‘74, David Jilson ‘74 & girlfriend-Jackie
Beth Grover Jones ‘66, Don Gnecco ‘66, Scott Kelly ‘53, Jack Gordon-FA Former Asst. Headmaster, Barry Gilman ‘66, Margie Smith Record ‘66, Rosemary Boothby Rankin ‘66, Vinal Pendexter ‘66 & Karen Hartzell Hart ‘66
Earle “Luther” Smith ‘49 & Bea Baker Head ‘45
“See You Next Year” Brunch - Chris Gordon-Somers ‘75 & Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76; Edie Watson Leach ‘49 & son-Scott Leach ‘71; right-Phil Emery ‘56 & wifeLorna Largey Emery ‘61 & Jackie Blake Sullivan ‘56 & husband-Joe
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“See You Next Year” Brunch - Frances Dunham ‘50, Amo Kimball ‘47, Janette Gerry Bennett ‘47, Ginny Thurston Wallace ‘47 & Joanne Richardson Sargent ‘46
Gerry Craig ‘71 & wife-Roxanne, Karen Fox Grey ‘71, Steve Hosmer ‘71 & David Jillson ‘74
Jimmy Record ‘48, Margie Smith Record ‘66, Russ Record ‘63 & Phil Emery ‘56 Joanne Richardson Sargent ‘46, Janette Gerry Bennett ‘47, Lefty Homans ‘46, Ginny Thurston Wallace ‘47 & Peg Homans
Kevin Whitaker ‘82; Stu Hess ‘71 & Steve Hosmer ‘71; Gerry Craig ‘71 & wife-Roxanne; Bob Eaton ‘61
Hugh Hastings ‘44 & wife-Norene; Phil Maynard ‘59 & Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59
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FA CLASS NEWS
Section by Maria Gomiz Maillett ‘95 (mmaillett@fryeburgacademy.org) 1939 Evelyn Hartford Bishop ‘39 wrote recently, “Had a wonderful 90th birthday gift of all family enjoying a cruise to the Bahamas. Proud to have graduated from a great school.”
1943 Robert M. Chute, 1943, a sixth-generation descendant of Thomas Chute, first settler of what is now Windham, was born in Fred Newman ‘34 with Dan Lee-FA Headmaster & Susie Lee Naples and now lives in Poland. He is a professor in Naples, FL emeritus in biology at Bates College. His poetry series, “Thirteen Moons,” has been republished with translations in French and Passamaquoddy. He Polly Pendexter Lutte ‘36 & daughter-Kathryn received the Maine State Lutte Dumont ‘68 Chapbook Award for “Samuel Sewall Sails for Home” and the Beloit Poetry Journal’s Chad Walsh Award for the poem, Betty Bell Baker ‘44 with great-granddaughter-Lindsey ‘13, “Heat Wave in grandson-Jarrett ‘90, great-granddaughter-Sara ‘11 & Concord.” His son-Chip ‘66 at Sara’s Graduation 2011 recent poetry anthology, “Constellations,” is a collection of his story poems. A novel, “Coming Home,” was published in 2009. (The Portland Sunday Telegram, Joanne Richardson Sargent ‘46 with son-John ‘67 & his 6/26/11) wife-Carol
Sylvia Shaw Lydick ’43 writes, “Still living at a condo in
Lefty Homans ‘46 & wife-Peg with Dan & Susie Lee in Sarasota, FL
Lida Largey Kaiser ‘66, Leona Emery Mains ‘46, Lorna Largey Emery ‘61 and Lola Largey Layne ‘57 all gathered at a baby shower for Jessie Quint Emery ‘01
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Friends Paul Jackson ‘47 & Bob Wilson ‘55 on Moose Pond in Denmark, ME
Kinley & Mary Roby ‘47 live in Keswick, Virginia and are both editors and published authors. Kinley donated several of his first edition murder mystery books to the FA library. He has written, “Death at an Early Age,” “Death in a Hammock,” “Two in a Churchyard Lie,” and many more (see www.amazon.com). Todd Gallagher ‘82 visited the Robys while in VA.
Westbrook (ME); 85 years of age; quite healthy and enjoying every day - thinking positive; and grateful to FA for my four years there!”
Conrad Eastman ‘48 with wife-Sarah, grandson-Travis Zadeh ‘94 & Travis’ wifeSupriya Gandhi
Dick Hill ‘49 & Eva Dunn Ward ‘49 at Reunion 2011
Alice Breen Hill ‘53 & Ron Hill ‘49-FA Former Headmaster
Gerard Nelson ’43 writes, “Pushing the Statutes of Limitations – still getting around reasonably well – cancer survivor. Congrats on a great school.” Gerard can be reached at oldnavynelson@aol.com 1944 E. Herb Eastman, ‘44, wrote recently, “Hi Rachel: I just got the latest Academy Scenes. In the nice article about the camps Indian Acres & Forest Acres you missed some alums that worked there. Wick Smith, Len Kiesman ’47 & his wife. Mark Merrill ‘67, who still works there. I am sure there are others that I don’t know about. I enjoyed working there. Dick Krasker is the nicest man that I ever worked for. Your mom was the nicest woman I ever worked for. Keep up the good work. They are lucky to
Linda Raymond Bonnar ‘81, Dick Hill ‘49, Tracy Lane ‘80 & Curtis Lane ‘81
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FA Regional Tours with Scott Kelly ‘53 & Todd Gallagher ‘82 - Brunswick, Dan Lee-FA Headmaster & wife-Susie Lee visited George ‘50 & Ruth Maine - Betty Mathieson Masse ‘47, Scott Kelly ‘53, Capt. Marshall Johnson ‘49, June Miller Coffin ‘44 & Priscilla Lamb Smith ‘53 Walker in Naples, Florida
have you on the job. Herb E P.S. Frank Shaw ’69 worked there and also Roly Wiley ‘47. If I think of others I’ll let you know. H” 1946 Harrison “Lefty” Homans ’46 competed in the U.S. Masters one-hour swim again this year, and was seventh in his age group. Lefty also was on two relays that were second and ninth in his age group. He also emailed Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76, with an update, “…We are back. Peg flew up and Amy and the rest of us drove up and got to Portland on the 28th of May. The 2 cats were a circus and it’s a wonder we arrived with all our marbles!!! We have been getting the summer place in shape and getting fire wood for the stove. My golf has been not much as the time goes so fast I haven’t had time… Oh, I found out I made All America in the two relays I swam in the national one-hour postal meet. I sent a little blurb to Diane about the meet but I didn’t have the info at that time. Peg is going to have a wedge put in her back at the end of the month and hope it works… we both hope you and the gang are all ok and look forward to seeing you in August. Pardon the errors…Love ya, Lefty” Lefty and Peg can be reached by email at mainehomans@gmail.com. Mary Marston Waye ’46 writes, “Still living at the beach in Pine Point, Scarborough – continue to be blessed with good health so am active and busy with family, church, etc.” 1947 Karl Kiesman ‘79 writes, “Hi Rachel, I read Class of 1950-60th Class Reunion at Ben Brown’s Lovell Lake House-Front Row: Phil Cole ’50, Bill Johnson ’50, Fran Dunham ’50, Charlotte Clemons your piece called Cole ’50, Ruth Allard Paul ’50, Carmalita Bennett Higgins ’50, Ben Brown “Fryeburg- More ’50; Second Row: Pauline Charles Santa Maria ’50, Barbara Tufts Browne than ‘The Acad’50, May Hill Ward ’50, Bob Burnell ’50; Fryeburg Fair Reunion of 1950 emy” and The Gals-Ruth Allard Paul ’50, May Hill Ward ’50, Fran Dunham ’50 & Fair.” The Totem Barbara Tufts Browne ’50
Audrey Andrews ‘54 helped FA with repairing old graduation gowns.
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poles that were carved and placed at Indian Acres were carved by my father, Leonard Kiesman ‘47. The set that is there now is the third set made for Indian Acres by him. He also spent nearly ten years there working for Dick Krasker. It has been a great place to work for four or five generations of Kiesmans. My dad is grateful for the photo. I only wish you had his name there. Email Karl at: kizmen@ roadrunner.com Betty Baker Wheaton ‘47 responded to our email thank you, “So happy to hear from you! I had hoped to be able to go to a reunion, and first of all,
Dick Andrews ‘54 celebrated his 75th birthday with alums Ed Hammond ‘53, Ralph Gushee ‘54, Pat Madsen Wales ‘55, Rodney Wales ‘54, June Walker Hammond ‘54; with granddaughter Bailey Damon ‘05 celebrating her college graduation from Suffolk University.
meet you. Any time I was wondering about the Fryeburg Scenes, and if it had been mailed, you would reply right away. This meant so much to me. I always look forward to any connection with FA! I may surprise everyone, including myself, and attend the next one! I have a nurse’s aide at home, taking care of my husband, and I’m in perfect health, so who knows. I may be the only one representing the Class of ‘47, and miss being up there with my dearest friend, Marilyn Ralston Lanzillo ‘47. We were like sisters, met at FA, were godmothers for each other’s children, and were so close until she died a few years ago. We were cheerleaders with our other close friends. I had a great call from Tim Scott the other day, and probably bored him as I reminisced about some of my adventures at Fryeburg. The very weird thing was, I was on “campus” so much of the time! They still were the happiest years of my life, and turned my Rodney Wales ‘54 celebrated his 75th birthday this summer at a party given by his family. life around (I guess that’s what I needed). Being Pictured here with wife Pat Madsen Wales ’55, daughters, Wanda Wales Snow ‘75, Deban only child, and having moved about eighteen bie Wales Woodward-Bangs ’78 & son Randy Wales ‘84 times in my young life, it was a place I could stay until graduating. I just loved the dorm life, having so many friends, and I sort of majored in sociability! Rachel, I must feel that you’re a friend, as I’m going on ad nauseam. Sorry about that, but seem to open up when discussing FA. Have been delighted to donate, and hope to continue. Thank you for such a warm letter.” Email Betty at: bettywheaton@earthlink.net 1949 Gloria Horne Burnell ‘49 & Clayton Burnell ‘47 live in Burlingame, California & Hiram, Maine. Gloria writes, “I received your link to the Reunion 2011 photos. I feel very special to be allowed an early look at your great photos and will still look forward to getting the “Scenes.” Both of us really missed our annual visit to Maine and the events at the Academy and most especially getting to visit with all our good friends. That has become a very important part of our lives! There is still a glimmer of hope that we can come for a much shorter time than usual. If that becomes possible you will be at the top of the list to be notified! Meanwhile,
The Bell Family - Wayne “Skip” Bell ‘54 with daughters, Kelly Bell Lloyd ‘78, Holly Bell Foster ‘71 & Tracy Bell Mason ‘74
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Roy Andrews ‘56 with sons, John & David Andrews
thanks again for such special consideration and very Ed Hammond ‘55 - retired & loving it!
Earle Chaplin ‘55 was in from Colorado best wishes to all the good guys at the Alumni office. Springs, CO, visiting family & friends Love, Glo & Clayt. Email: cgburnell@yahoo.com
1951 Janet Ramstrom DuBois, wrote, “So sorry I can’t celebrate our 60th reunion, but my thoughts and memories are there. Please remember Leslie Bixby ‘51 in your thoughts and prayers! A really great guy!” 1952 Alice Perreault Leavitt wrote, “We have been fortunate in spending the last 18 years in Lakeland, Florida, during the winter. We also went to the graduations of our daughter, Rebecca Burke, from SMCC, with her RN degree, and of our grandson, Matthew Leavitt, with his RN degree from Lake Regional CC in Laconia, NH.” Email: rayal@localnet.com. 1953 Carol Brown Brooks ’53 and Burt Brooks ’53 write, “Finally retired after 36 years driving a school bus. Prior to that, was involved in sports and refereeing high school and college basketball and field hockey and raising a family. Now I’m enjoying ‘free time’ and spending time with three daughters, nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, as well as taking care of gardening and flower beds. Burt has retired and is dealing with C.O.P.D., but able to tinker on his bench in his shop. This gets him out of my kitchen. We do some travel with our camper and friends. We are fortunate to visit frequently with family. We enjoy local suppers with friends and try to do our part in civic activities. We truly enjoy the slower pace. Hope to see many classmates at the next Reunion in 2013. Just imagine “60” years, but who is counting?’ 1955 Robert M. Record ‘55 wrote, “During November-December, 2010, Margaret and I drove to Florida where we spent a few weeks with our daughter, Tara, and her family at their new home in Fort Myers. Great weather and much fun. On our return trip we visited relatives in North Carolina and our other daughter, Tammy, and her family in New Jersey. In January I was diagnosed with a subdural hemorrhage and was airlifted to Fletcher Allen Healthcare in Burlington, Vermont, for neurosurgery. So far, early March, my recovery has been very good. I am getting outdoors and doing some light work, driving, and enjoying life again.” 1957 Julianna Grecoe ’57 writes, “I can’t believe that it’s been fifty-four years since I graduated from Fryeburg Academy. I get to spend some time in Fryeburg as my son has bought a second home in town. It’s amazing how things have changed but also equally amazing that there are some things that haven’t changed at all. I continue to work part time as a nurse practitioner in my own practice. I have two grandchildren that I love spending time with. I also have become a bridge enthusiast. Life is great!” 1959 Tom Hardcastle Bartlett ‘59 wrote to Lonna Lutte Lewis ‘59, “Keeping in touch w/FA Dear Lonni, Just rec’d the FA Scenes Winter 2011; so many smiles. Especially those of you, ‘Polly’, your cousin Mike, Carol Severance Taylor ‘60, Hope Harriman Birkbeck ‘60, Arizona Zipper ‘60, and so many others. I am staying healthy via the help of the Chandler Buzzell ‘57 at the Fryeburg Air Show -59Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
VA at Togus, fine vegetarian cooking by my wife Linda, Maine seasonal weather, sitting by the wood stove reading, taking senior classes in piano and perspectives on religions of the world, master gardener w/peach trees & a bee hive in the back yard/ downtown Bangor, traveling & camping, taking our 5 yr old black Newfie for long walks on snow covered golf courses, and just plain fun living. Hoping to see you and all the others from times past in August. Thanks for all the work you do for us, the alumni of FA. Tom” 1960 Will Brooks ‘60 writes, “There is a TV series called “Haven” and we did some bit parts. All through the shooting I wore my Fryeburg Academy hat. After the day had passed and shooting was over the PA said, did you wear that cap, you shouldn’t have I’ll be in big legal trouble. I told her she need not worry as it is not our logo, just a special name. We’ll see the first installment tonight but have no idea when it might show in Maine. From a book by Stephen King, set in Lunenburg and area. Emily Rose is the U.S. star and many of the other key players are Canadians. Great fun and MAYBE a bit of TV show for FA!” Email Will at: willbrooks@eastlink.ca George Weston ’60, longtime livestock superintendent at the Fryeburg Fair, was honored with the Outstanding Organizer Award at the 99th annual banquet of the Maine Association of Agricultural Fairs in January 2011.
Marilyn Bennett ‘57 & E. Harlan “Bart” Bartlett ‘57- retired!
1961 News collected by Margaret Hatch Eastman ‘64 for hubby, Melvin Eastman ‘61 - The Class of 1961 had a wonderful turnout for our 50th reunion at F.A. We were presented with champagne as the largest returning class of the evening. Everyone enjoyed a fun afternoon at our class party and had a chance to get reconnected with classmates that we hadn’t seen in years or maybe since graduation. Thoughts expressed by some of our classmates: Patty Smith Contois ‘61 writes, “I felt so privileged to be able to attend my 50th class reunion at Fryeburg Academy. It was so wonderful to see old friends, especially those who had attended the Sadie F. Adams School with me in North Fryeburg. I was amazed to see all the changes in each of us because I think I went to reunion with the same mind-set that I had in 1961...in other words, I was looking for people as they looked to me BACK THEN!” Arnold Noble ‘61 and his wife, Dottie, said they had a wonderful time and Dottie enjoyed meeting Arnie’s classmates and their spouses. Stephen DiBiaso ‘61 and his wife, Chris Norton Birchfield ‘61, wrote, “The entire reunion was so enjoyable for both of us. We never expected to have such a fine experience along with the opportunity to renew contacts with many old friends. The tour of the new buildings was far more informative than we ever expected and the new facilities are true gems. It appears that the Academy’s future is well assured due to good management and the incredible generosity of many caring people. The banquet was just over the top and we could not say enough about the quality and quantity of the food. To serve so many people is a credit to the staff and management of the food service. We also noted how well the class has aged. We were both somewhat melancholy thinking how much time has passed so very fast and we both have so much more to do in life. Thanks to all who made this event so successful.” From Sue Oliver Stevenson ‘61, we heard “The reunion was wonderful—seeing old friends and the new facilities at the Academy are superb now compared to when
Diane Warren Jones ‘69 & husband-Ed Jones ‘57
Alex Burgess ‘57
Lonni Lutte Lewis ‘59 with brotherKen Lutte ‘65 at the Steve Dore Coming Home Benefit Concert
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we were there. The Academy prepared us academically very well for our future and most of us have done well and appreciate what the school did for us. The turnout for our class was wonderful………Hopefully we will all be here for our 55th reunion.” Ginny Seavey Chandler ‘61 had a great time and said, “After 50 years our classmates are still AMAZING!” Lorna Largey Emery ‘61 stated, “It’s good to see all these “young” people here.” Chip Turcotte ‘61, Sylvia Sawyer Sebelist ‘61, and Bob Isaacs ‘61 were “glad to be back and see everyone.” Roger Chesley ‘61 said, “It seems like yesterday!” and Dick Edgecomb ‘61 declared, “The gangs all here!!” Jackie Blake Sullivan ‘61 and husband, Joe, had a great time and were very happy with the photos that Margaret Hatch Eastman ’64 took and made available for all to view on the web. Bob Isaacs ‘61 says, “The reunion was spectacular. Bonnie and I really enjoyed the campus tour, seeing the new structures and once again walking on the beautiful wooden floors in the main building. A special treat was the fact that my senior-year roommates Art Dudley ‘61, David Frost ‘61 and Bob Eaton ‘61 from Tom and Ruth French’s house (near the Congregational Church) were together for the first time in 50 years. Thanks for all the good food, drink and especially the memories and friendships of the Class of ‘61. Also, a big thank you to all the people who volunteered their time and hard work putting the reunion Arizona Zipper ‘60 at the Fryeburg July together.” Many 4th parade thanks to Art Dudley ‘61 for getting us going back in the cold days of winter. Without the help of Ken Brown ‘61, Dick Thompson ‘61, Mel Eastman ‘61, Lorna Largey Emery ‘61, Bruce Thurston ‘61, Dick Edgecomb ‘61, Sandra Quincy Fox ‘61, Ellie Dunn Walker ‘61, Carleton Pendexter ‘61 and Sue Oliver Classmates get togther-Karen Carlsen Elliott ‘61 & Kathy Coddington Dolan Stevenson ‘61 for making all the phone calls and sending ‘61 were roommates their senior year in Chase Hall at Fryeburg. Recently they emails to connect with our classmates, therefore making had a reunion in Providence, RI. Karen drove from the Cape to see Kathy who this reunion a huge success. It was frustrating at times was going on a New England Islands cruise. What a great get-together they had because we didn’t have the right phone numbers or email reminiscing about their time at Fryeburg. Kathy lives in Colorado. addresses so this would be a good time for all to contact the alumni office or a fellow classmate with your updated information. We would like to stay in touch. See you at our 55th. Dana Dudley ‘61 writes in response to our email thank you for his recent annual gift to FA, “Glad to help out whenever possible. Yes, Lunenburg (Mass.) is next to Leominster and Fitchburg. We have a lovely home on Hickory Hills Lake. I am still working part time for Hewlett-Packard as a technical training developer, although thinking of retiring soon. Best regards. Email Dana at dodudley@verizon.net Joe Eldridge ‘61 wasn’t able to attend his 50th class reunion this August so he sent greetings in a letter: “To My 1961 Classmates, 50 years! That’s ridiculous. How can that happen? It seems like only yesterday that I was worrying about getting my grades up enough so I could graduate from good old Fryeburg. Although 50 years have gone by, I can still picture the young faces of my classmates, the girls I dated, my soccer and track teammates, and fondly remember the great times I had at Fryeburg. Sorry I will not be able to attend the reunion, but I’ll be with you in spirit. Enjoy! For those who are interested, here’s a summary of the last 50 years of my life: graduated from the University of Maryland in College Park; married Margaret Hannibal from Phoenix, Maryland; had three wonderful children (Jessie, Becky, and Ale) all of whom are happily married and living well; Becky presented us with two Riley Pitman ‘11 with parents Trish McAllister ‘86 and Mark Pitman ‘84, grandfather Bill Pitman ‘55 and Steve beautiful grandchildren, Cameron and Connor, who are the center of our lives; Eastman ‘62 at the annual Stephen Wesley Hill Reunion at I retired after 30 years with the US Department of Agriculture; I also spent the Eastman homestead in Chatham. 30 years as a volunteer and 13 years as an employee for the American Youth -61Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
Phil Matthews ‘63 is Ruth Shaw French’s ‘26 nephew. Here Phil and wife, Jackie, are photographed in Denali, Alaska. Phil writes, “I did what I thought was the normal routine – went to Fryeburg, the college – Thomas in Waterville - and graduated with a BS in Accounting. Then went to work for International Paper in Jay, Maine, as an Admin Asst. I got drafted exactly two months from my college date of graduation and spent three years in the Army (the draft was two years, I took an extra year in basic training to be a stock control and accounting specialist instead of a rifleman in Vietnam. I spent 2½ years in Germany in the 8th Infantry Divison ReEnlistment Office as a clerk and statistician. Left the service as a SGT E-5. After hours I managed a Rod and Gun Club. I came out of the service, got married and had two children. My son lives in NY with his wife and son, my son is Phil III and his son is Phil 4th. My daughter, Kelly, lives in Shelton, CT with her husband. They have no children, she recently survived cancer, Hodgkins Lymphoma. My son is an English teacher in NY and my daughter started as an Art Teacher and got interrupted by cancer – she is now an EMT. They were probably influenced by Aunt Ruth plus my mother was a teacher as well. I retired five years ago this month from International Paper after 37 years of service. I retired as their construction controller for Eastern United States. Since retiring, Jackie and I have taken a tour of the national parks traveling from Rapid City, South Dakota, to Las Vegas, NV, traveled from Maine to Alaska and returned. We met 20 other coaches in British Columbia, traveled 4,500 miles throughout Alaska and then returned home. This summer we traveled the length of the Mississippi with 20 other RV’s – from Bemidji, MN, to New Orleans, LA. We live in Readfield, Maine. Retirement activities include traveling Maine, genealogy – I have written one volume on my family and intend to do two more if possible, have done a little painting (my daughter encourages and teaches me), build clocks and putter as many hours as I can around the house.” Email Phil at: pmatth9878@aol.com Charitable donors often honor Fryeburg Academy by giving whatever they can to help the school. It is easy to forget, however, that each donation has a different story, and each Good Samaritan a different reason for giving to The Academy. It is very rare to be given an opportunity to look into the motivation and story behind a donation, but when we remember that no gift is given without reason, it brings home the startling love that so many harbor for The Academy. I therefore consider myself very fortunate to have been given such a glimpse into the tale behind the charity of one very unique donor. One Friday afternoon, Mrs. Denise Lord walked into the Fryeburg Academy Alumni office determined to give a donation. She called it a “small donation.” What set her immediately apart from other donors was the fact that she had never attended The Academy. Her donation was going to a high school where she had never been a student, a school to which, at first glance, she had no attachment. When we began to talk, however, Mrs. Lord very quickly assured me that she did, in fact have a connection to the school – and a very strong one at that. “My husband loved this place,” she said. “He talked about it constantly. He read Scenes out loud to me. He was always interested in what was going on. When you had your big fire, he was devastated.” The husband she spoke of, I quickly learned, was the late Linwood “Buddy” Lord ‘62 - “an alumnus of 1962,” explains Mrs. Lord. “There are many people in this town who still know him - in fact, some people right in this office.” The connection that Mrs. Lord feels with The Academy, however, runs much deeper than simply having an alumnus for a spouse. “I feel as though I never would have met my husband had it not been for Fryeburg Academy,” she stated. “I feel as though we never would have been able to complete our college education if it were not for the fact that Buddy was able to borrow money from The Academy when we were destitute.” That, perhaps, is the key to many a donor’s motivation; the urge to give back to an institution that has given so much to so many. This was hardly the first of the Lords’ donations, either; after the fire, Mrs. Lord remembers, “We drove up here to take a look at the mess, and after that Buddy said ‘We’ve got to do something to help,’ so we donated. And then we came up for the dedication of the athletic center.” Mrs. Lord has had the blessing of seeing her funds put to good use over the years since what could have been a debilitating fire. She says, “My husband told me that he was so, so impressed with what has been added to the campus in the way of the athletics department and also the theater. He was very impressed with the theater, but never had a chance to attend it. We were going to come to some of the shows after he retired, but he never had the opportunity to retire.” That is the other meaning behind Mrs. Lord’s donation: a small plaque to be placed in the Academy to commemorate her husband and his connection to the school, and to finally do what he never had a chance to do. “I’m kind of trying to finish up his bucket list,” says the Good Samaritan. Whether it is going to a show at the PAC, going on the Cog Railroad, or helping the school that played such a huge role in she and her husband’s life, Mrs. Lord is actively doing what her husband never had a chance to – and for that, she deserves our greatest thanks. Written by David Fulton ‘12
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Steve Dore ‘64 returned to Fryeburg from San Antonio, Texas, to perform in a reunion concert with the White Mountain National Blend, a very popular band he founded in the Fryeburg/North Conway area in the 60’s. The reunion concert was a benefit designed by Ellen Benson Guilford ‘72 to benefit several local charities. The concert was a smashing success as hundreds poured into the Fryeburg Fairgrounds to hear Steve play “at home” again. Photo above left-Steve Dore ‘64 with his sisters-Ellen Dore Witham ‘59 & Emily Dore Fletcher ‘57; Ellen Benson Guilford ‘72, Cindy Leach Walsh ‘76; Ellen with Ellery Lawrence ‘74; members of Steve’s band, Ron Perreault, Steve, Ken Holt, Skip Smith & Jon Whitney; Michael Cressey ‘76; the crowd; Steve is a phenomenal talent, here on guitar; Candace Snow Smith ‘68 & husband, Steve
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Soccer Organization where I was honored by induction into their Soccer Hall of Fame; currently, Margaret and I are trying to sell our home so we can downsize and have more freedom to enjoy our retirement. Warmest regards and best wishes for happiness to all, Joe Eldridge.” 1962 Elizabeth Barter Somes ‘62 writes, “Employed as office manager and Frank Owen ‘64 lives in Southborough, MA. He has bookkeeper for First very fond memories of his days playing football for FA Oakland Properties, and living in the dorm.
Raymond ‘64 & Louise Lewis Huntress ‘65 at the 75th Birthday Party for Rodney Wales ‘54
Brian Hill ‘67 and his wife-Elaine celebrated their 25th anniversary in August. Photographed with sisters Barbara Hill ‘74 and Bonnie Hill ‘65 Family-FA Graduation 2011-Lynn Danforth Keenan ’93, Leora Greenleaf ‘04, Wanda Danforth Martin ’84, CJ Martin ’11, Shirley Adams Danforth ’66, Lisa Danforth McGee ’86, Josh Enos ‘07 & Kayla Greenleaf ‘07 The Buswell Sisters-Veronica Buswell, Cindy Buswell Kenerson ‘76, Fran Buswell Layne ‘59, Cathy Buswell Wood ‘66, Lorraine Buswell McDonald ‘67 & Sharon Buswell Desmarais ‘69- photo by Cindy’s daughter-Roxanne Kenerson ‘95-Professional Photographer Ed Good ‘68 lives in Harrisburg, PA and stopped in to visit FA this summer.
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a HUD apartment developer in South Carolina. Now have 4 grandchildren, keeping busy with gardening, biking and taking care of my two Siamese cats. Glad to see any Fryeburg Alumni in Southport.” Email-b.somes@firstoakland.com. 1963 Russ ’63 and Margie Smith ’66 Record wrote recently, “We’re looking forward to seeing classmates at the reunion in August. Retirement is great! Our oldest granddaughter, Daija Germain, graduated from Brattleboro Area Middle School and our middle grandson, Tyler Germain, graduated from Academy School (6th grade) in West Brattleboro, VT. Email Russ at rarecord@msn.com and Margie at rmrecord@myfairpoint.net. 1964 Steve Dore ‘64 and Friends Coming Home, played to a jam-packed Forestry Building at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds on a rainy Saturday night. The rain outside did FA’s Marriage Project - Anita Craig ‘70 & Cecil Barker ‘65 were married on November 23, 2001. little to dampen anyone’s enthusiasm in They went to the FA Prom together in May of 1970 and later reunited at Reunion 2000. Cecil proposed one year later in August of 2001. Anita “Nita” works in the Business Office at FA. Cecil the flag-decorated indoor forestry center. “It wasn’t that everyone just got to be works for Office Max. Email Anita & Cecil at: nitacecil@myfairpoint.net young again for a night – I felt that the feeling was like when you were a kid, and you were able to come home again, where everything was safe and good,” said show organizer and longtime friend of the Blend Ellen Benson Guilford ‘72. Guilford said the show exceeded expectations. “Everyone – including some former members of the Blend – thought we would only sell 200 tickets. We sold over 500,” said an enthused Guilford. The show featured former Blend lead singer and co-songwriter Steve Dore ‘64, now living in Texas, on electric piano and guitar, joined by former band mates Skip Smith of Fryeburg on drums and Ken Holt of Florida on bass. The band performed several songs from Dore’s solo career, including “Coming Home (Fryeburg, Maine),” the piano tune that he recently wrote about growing up in Fryeburg. “I was like a kid at Christmas, waiting for them to come out. When I turned around and saw that sea of faces – it was a night of smiles everywhere you turned,” said Guilford, mother of the late Shawn Smith, after whom the youth foundation is named. Proceeds from the June 11th show benefitted the Shawn Smith for Kids Foundation, the Friends of Conway Recreation, the Bryson Herlihy Fund, the Rusty Rocket Fund and the Friends of Fryeburg Recreation. (Conway Daily Sun 6/14/11) Steve Dore ‘64 wrote, “Rachel-I am quite still glowing after the ‘Coming Home’ affair. Top shelf people all the way around. I feel like I was just the guy playing at a big old party. How very wonderful it was. Other than you, there in Fryeburg, there’s one other character I’d like to pass along my sincere thank-yous too. That’s Mr. Todd Gallagher ‘82. He gave my wife and I a tour of grand proportions. It was overwhelming actually. I know it’s business as usual for this guy, but I was blown away before we even got out of the performance center. He is an incredible asset to the staff and I’m sure everyone already knows this well. Between the two of you guys there in the office, holy crap I say! Fryeburg Academy never had it so good. SO very glad I included the name “Fryeburg Academy” specially in the video. It was a bit of luck not knowing there was so very much going on there.” Email Steve at: steve@ inflationnation.us Dick Mayo, 1964, Human Resources assistant, and John Ludwig, vice president for Administration at Bridgton Hospital recognized Susan Durgin for her 1,000 hours of service as a Volunteer Angel in the Human Resources Department at Bridgton Hospital with a pin and an herb planter. Frank Verhoorn was recognized for his 500 hours of service as a Volunteer Angel
Brothers Mike McFarlin ‘75 & Marty McFarlin ‘71 at the Steve Dore Coming Home Concert.
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in the Plant Operations Department. June Gabriel, department manager of the Bridgton Hospital’s Plant Operations Department presented Frank with a pin and an herb garden. Volunteer Angel Corps is the adult volunteer organization for the hospital. John Garner ‘72 is a sportswriter for the Cape Cod Times and arranged for Pam Smith, Director of Mr. Kelly to throw out the first ball at a Orleans/Chatham Cape Cod League Development and Community Baseball Game Relations, notes that “Volunteer Angels are required to submit an application, attend an in-depth orientation, sign a confidentiality statement and agree to a background check. In addition, due to the time required to ready a volunteer for working in the hospital, they are asked to agree to volunteer for a year.” (The Bridgton News, 6/23/11)
Don Thibodeau ‘72 at the Fryeburg Air Show
1965 Russ Tolles ‘65 responded to our email thank you for his annual gift: “We will not be at Reunion this year. My one trip to Maine this year will be to the Fair. Ever think of a social hour or two for alumni that attend the Fair? I know the Fair is a busy time but possibly a quiet spot at the fair grounds for any/all alumni to gather. Nothing fancy. (Great idea Russ! We’ll get back to you on this idea. We know there are lots of alums around at the Fair! Stay tuned.) Sandi and I are headed to St Croix in a few days, I’ll get a picture to you. Email Russ at: RussTolles@aol.com 1966 Rosemary Boothby Rankin ‘66 responded to our email thank you for her annual gift: “I’m fine, thank you, and looking forward to attending my 45th Reunion next Saturday. You’re very welcome for my recent gift to annual giving. Scott Kelly ‘53 phoned and left a nice message on my answering machine thanking me, as well. I have always felt grateful for the opportunity to attend Fryeburg Academy. I received a wonderful education and I met many fine people during my four years at FA. I retired from teaching elementary school for 29 years in June of 2009. I’ve enjoyed substitute teaching this past school year, and I travel whenever I can. I’ve also enjoyed the sunny hot summer, since I’ve been able to swim in my pool frequently. I hope the weather will be nice, but not too hot, for our reunion weekend. I look forward to seeing you there.” Email Rosemary at: frankrose220@gmail.com 1968 Caryl Lane Cushing ’68 writes, “I have two grown sons, and after touring the States with a husband in the service, we came back to New England. I recently retired after selling radio air time and creating/scheduling on-air events at various locations which provided a great deal of fun. (I’m) desperately trying to find Candy Granger Morin ‘69, my roommate in the years of 1966-1967, graduating back in South Shore of Boston. I attended Mt. Ida, while living at home briefly, and then married; travelling with my then husband who spent a fair amount of time travelling with me, & got great chances seeing parts of the county where we would be stationed, in addition to travelling to places we would never have seen otherwise. How he stayed stateside his entire tour was nothing short of amazing during Vietnam. We eventually returned to New England, divorced; and I raised two sons and moved to Norwell, MA. Jay Dureppo ‘68 of Connecticut, I lost touch with. Was a delightful young man, and was always good company while attending school. I Larry Maglin ‘72 writes: “Attached is a photo of some of my clan. I’m in the upper left in the back. We get together in Wolfeboro, NH, each year as we spend a week in June up there. managed to travel some on my own, to Europe, We just welcomed our 4th grandchild into the world a few months ago (1st girl!). Thanks for etc. If anyone knows how to get in touch with Candy Granger… I lost touch over the past asking. Regards. Email Larry at: lmaglin@netzero.net -66Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
couple of years, and she didn’t have my updated telephone number and most recent address…” Gerry Durgin ’68 retired in June after 31 years as an athletic administrator, including 18 at Gorham. In his 31 years as a high school athletic administrator, Gerry Durgin Everett Smith ’73 & Lynn Haley Smith Brian Merrill ‘72 gets ready to go up has had to make Billy Briggs ‘73 drives in the Fryeburg ’75 celebrated their 40th wedding at the Fryeburg Air Show. Girlfriend- numerous decisions July 4th parade. anniversary this summer. Everett & Laurie gives moral support. from setting Lynn are the parents of Eric ‘94 & athletic policy and budgets, to field expansion, building Paul ‘90 renovation and scheduling or canceling games. Durgin has been at the forefront of his profession locally, statewide and nationally. Durgin has been the athletic administrator at Gorham High since 1993 after stints at Telstar High and Fryeburg Academy. Durgin, 60, will step away from a career that he has thoroughly enjoyed. Durgin will retire and get to do more of the things he hasn’t been able to do. “It’s time to give the job to someone younger and with more energy,” he said. “I still feel I have plenty of energy. I have no complaints. It’s been a great run, but I’m not going to miss the 85- to 90-hour work week,” he said. In retirement, Durgin and wife Ellen, a retired teacher, will spend more time with their grandchildren and travel. Durgin said he plans to stay in Maine. He loves the outdoors and likes to hunt, flyfish and golf. He and Ellen plan to be frequent spectators at high school games in Gorham and around southern Maine. (Portland Press Herald April 5th 2011) Barbara Hill ‘74 & Ellery Lawrence ‘74 yuk it up at this Jack Coombs ‘74 & wife-Susan on July 4th
summer’s Steve Dore Coming Home Benefit Concert
Ellery Lawrence ‘74, Tom Hastings ‘75 & Jack Coombs ‘74 on July 4th
Chris Gordon-Somers ‘75 & friend, Gilda Diaz in Florida
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Bobby Benson ‘76, Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 & Herbie Pray ‘77, old friends and neighbors from McNeil Road in North Fryeburg, at the Steve Dore Coming Home Benefit Concert.
Donna Kiesman Woodward ’68, Fryeburg Business Association President, and Town Manager Sharon Jackson were on hand to welcome three new businesses to the town of Fryeburg. A ceremonial ribbon cutting was hosted by the Fryeburg Business Association. Honored were The Carol Hanson Art Studio on Portland Street with owner Carol Hanson; The Spice Ellen Hastings Zelman ‘76 and daughter-Katie in Florida & Grain Store on Portland Street with owners Kelly and Ray Ryan; and The Good Beer Store on Main Street with owners Bob and Teresa Watson Prouty ‘81 and Ruth and Kevin Antonucci. (The Bridgton News, 6/23/11)
1970 Howard Chou ‘70 wrote in response to our thank you email for his annual gift, “I work for Johnson Controls and am on assignment in China. I live and work in Shanghai. I have been working in China since 2003. I have a house in Plymouth, MA, but only go home about twice a year. Once during the summer and once at Christmas. I guess my American education and fluency in Chinese made me a real asset for U.S. companies that try to expand their markets in China. I enjoy working in China. The country is booming. Cities are changing rapidly each year. Shanghai is more like living in NYC. The only bad part is the traffic. China sold more automobiles than the U.S. last year and it is not a good thing. They don’t have the parking system as we do in the U.S.; parking is a Sabina Robiller Robbins ‘76 & Mary Williams Walton ‘76 back at FA for problem and like NYC, it takes their 35th Reunion twice as long to drive compared to walking. Although they do have a great subway system which is our choice of getting around the city. I wish I could come to the reunion but it is just too far for me to travel. Once I retire and return to Plymouth, I would love to go to the reunion Michael Cressy ‘76, Bobby Benson ‘76 & Danny Charles ‘81 at and see old friends and this summer’s Steve Dore Coming Home Benefit Concert the school. I have two kids, 29 and 27, they both live in NYC. We moved to Plymouth because it is close to NYC for the kids to come to visit us and near a major airport for us to travel back and forth between our two homes. It is a great move because we are seeing more of them. As they say in real estate, it is location, location and location. Keep in touch.” Email Howard at: chou111@gmail.com 1971 Leslie Kane, 1971 and David Brooks, a couple that loves to dance, were part of a Valentine’s Day celebration and a romantic look at the lives of four local couples. The couple that dances together stays together? That’s the way it’s been for Mount Washington Valley’s favorite dancing couple, Leslie Kane and David Brooks of Intervale. She is the designer/ proprietor of Leslie David Clothing, a company that makes women’s
Bobby Barber ‘76 hosted his 35th reunion class party this summer. Here on Moose Pond in Denmark.
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Sabina Robiller Robbins ‘76, Peter Mason ‘76 & Ellen Hastings Zelman ‘76 in town for their 35th Reunion
apparel that is both versatile and distinctive, using Glenn Gilman ‘77 & wife, Jackie, contemporary fibers. David has worked side-by-side with visited the FA Alumni Office while on Leslie, helping to support her business by helping her at vacation this summer. shows and marketing. “I am continuously discovering new design ideas and innovations for my clothing and inevitably learning something during the design process, and sometimes the results surprise even me. It’s part of the fun! Each piece is one of a kind or part of a limited edition, all made by me from start to finish,” says Leslie. (Conway Daily Sun, 2/11/11) Naomi Ela ‘11 with parents Karen & Bruce Ela ‘77 at her FA graduation
1972 Melinda Chace Bracken ‘72 writes in response to our email thank you for her annual gift, “It would be my pleasure to help with an Alumni event in Pittsburgh! My family is fine. I am still teaching preschool. My oldest, Heather, is back in Boston after getting her MBA at the Tepper School at Carnegie Mellon. Kirsten, daughter #2, is currently in the production of Follies at the Kennedy Center in DC (cast mate with Bernadette Peters!). My third daughter, Kelli, just graduated from the Newhouse School of Communications with a degree in Television, Radio, and Film. She is moving to LA in August for TV production. David, the youngest, just finished his sophomore year at NYU.” Email Melinda at: mcb4ski@aol.com Janette Ela Stiebeling ‘72 responded to our email thank you for her annual
Rich Perreault ‘78 stopped by FA. He works at Windshield gift: “You are very welcome. Dean, my husband, has a lighting agency that World in North Conway, NH
covers North and South Carolina and part of Virginia. He has two partners. I used to work with him but now stay home so I can be near his mom who is 89. Business is very slow since Dean’s company is influenced by the housing market. We love Pinehurst and enjoy golfing when we can. We hope to come up to Fryebury during the fair. If not this year for sure next year. Our home is under contract. We are staying in our area but want to down size. Thank you for your letter of appreciation.” Email Janette at: janstieb@nc.rr.com 1974 Patti Cogswell ‘74 made a donation to FA in memory of Sarah Cogswell and Deanna Gerren. I (RAD) asked her about these two people. She wrote, “Sarah was one of my sisters. She passed away on January 21, from small cell cancer. She had a long, hard battle the past few months of her life. She was only 58 years of age. Sarah invented the skin diving flag back in the early 80’s for skin divers to be safe in the ocean while underwater. We were sisters, what else is there to say. And Deanna was a really good friend of mine who had been struggling with cancer for 15 years - all kinds. We befriended each other when I delivered an Avon order to her house
The Bell Family at Brady Lloyd’s ‘11 FA graduation
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Shawn Hibbard ‘79 & his grandson, Sawyer James Cote, age 9 months. Email Shawn at: hibby5@roadrunner.com
Tina Richardson Eastman ‘80 owns, “Tina’s Weiners.” She can often be found at her outdoor hotdog cafe on Main Street in Fryeburg or on the Saco River
John Gordon, Jr. ‘80 has been selected as the National High School Wrestling Coach of the Year by USA Wrestling magazine. Gordon is the only Virginia coach in the 39 years of the award to receive it. Gordon grew up on the campus of Fryeburg Academy in Maine. The son of Jack and the late Grace Weston Gordon ‘54, he has lived “on campus” all of his life. After graduating from Plymouth State, he returned to Fryeburg Academy where he taught Social Studies and coached wrestling for nine years. He and his wife, the former Gina Chiaravelotti of North Conway, the daughter of Mario and Barbara Chiaravelotti, moved with their two children, Allie and Nicky, to the Dublin School in NH, where Gordon took another teaching/wrestling position. Two years later, they were on the move again for a six-year-period as the John Gordon ‘80 Dean of Students and the wrestling coach at the New Hampton School. Six years later, they left NH and settled in Pennsylvania. At Wyoming Seminary in Wilkes-Barre, John was the Head of the Upper School and the wrestling coach…for nine more years. Last year, Gordon accepted a position as the Athletic Director and wrestling coach at the St. Christopher’s School in Richmond, Virginia. His wife, Gina, teaches and coaches at the sister school there called St. Catherine’s. Both schools are under the auspices of the Episcopalian church. Both of the Gordon children are students at the University of Virginia. John is the oldest grandson of Betty Weston of Fryeburg. On April 18, Gordon received the news of the national honor bestowed upon him. In his first year on the job as a varsity wrestling coach, he was named USA Wrestling Magazine’s high school coach of the year in the May 30 issue of the magazine. Gordon was nominated by Rob Prebish, health/PE Department chair at Meadowbrook High School. He praised Gordon, whose team won the state championship. “Even if his team had not won the state championship this season would have been a success because all of the kids got better each day, and because of Coach Gordon they were not the same wrestlers as they were at the beginning of the year. Because of his love of the sport of wrestling, his passion to develop outstanding young men on and off the mat, and his dedication to the ‘little things’ it is with pride that I nominate John Gordon for Coach of the Year.” (Conway Daily Sun, 7/7/11)
about 4 years ago and discovered she loved dolls as much as I did. I learned everything there is about dolls and their history from her. She passed away at the end of October. We were preparing our plans to go to the doll show in Baltimore when her health started to fail her. I miss her every day. It’s been a really tough year, but can’t wait til I’m back in my favorite place...FA. Blessings and Peace.” Email Patty at: b4theee@aol.com
Barbara Johnson Solter ‘81 & husband, Jeffrey, with daughterJen ‘09 and son-Chris ‘11 at Chris’ FA graduation.
1976 Laurie LaMountain ’76 was featured in an encore performance of A Coupla White Chicks Sitting Around Talking! by John Ford Noonan, which was presented at the Denmark Beth Barber Varney ‘81 & brotherArts Center on June 24th. The Bobby Barber ‘76 at the Class of 1976 show featured Laurie and Raja Reunion party at Bobby’s house in Michelle. They realized that a Denmark -70-
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lot of people were not able to attend, and agreed to do the play one final time. (The Bridgton News, 6/23/11) Beth Pelton Thorne ‘76 writes, “We have moved to Auburn, Maine, to be close to our girls and our Penny Sislane Williams ‘81 & Patrick Williams ‘79 at daughter-Sara’s ‘11 FA graduation with daughter-Anna ‘14 grandchildren. We have three & son Justin ‘08 grandkids, Kelsea Brenda Parmenter Mann ‘81 & husband-Alan at Brianna 17, Kyle 2 and Ava, Mann’s ‘11 FA graduation one. Now we live just down the road from them. Kelsea will be in her last year at Edward Little and Kyle and Ava don’t go to school. We have fun when they visit us.” Mary Williams Walton ’76 writes, “My husband and I became foster care providers, adopted our first placement, adding Chandler (10) and Cheyanne (8) to the family. We’ve had six additional children in the last year, three of them infants; it’s been difficult at times, but satisfying work. Our older boys, Tyler (23) and Isaac (20), are very supportive.”
Jonathan Housum ‘82 with father-Bill Housum-FA Former Faculty & sonChance
1981 Curtis J. Lane ‘81 wrote in to say that he is married to Holly Lane, has a daughter, Denise Lane. Denise is graduating from Lake Region June 2011. Curtis lives in Bridgton and is still doing carpentry.
Mona Ames (mother of Shannon McKeen ‘81, Nathan McKeen ‘83 & Amy McKeen) writes, “Shannon and I talk often of FA–all the progress and special gifts–(and difficulties) with such great people working hard. We both feel glad that his dad, George McKeen ’55, was a graduate. Shannon’s younger brother, Nate ’83, moved with me to CT after Nate’s sophomore year, but he Colby Locke ‘11 with grandmother-Carolee Foster-Former FA Alumni Office & father-Forrest Locke ‘82 at Colby’s graduation still has good friendships from FA and roomed with Richie Goff ’81
Dan O’Neil ‘82 got a visit from old friend, Todd Gallagher ‘82-FA’s Alumni Director, at his home in Forest, Virginia. Dan with daughter-Megan-age 10 (an outstanding softball player), daughter-Katie-age 12 (an outstanding volleyball player) and wife-Laura. Dan owns Shamrock Construction. Dan in his “man cave” at his home.
when he attended and graduated from U.M.D in Forestry. Now Nate is chief of operations at all Vermont State Parks, and really loves his job. Whenever possible Shannon and Nate visit FA together. Daughter Amy graduated from UVM Burlington in nursing, and she and her family live quite near me. My mother, Abbie
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Cooper Campbell Jackson ‘85 is an attorney in Los Angeles with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment and was recently promoted to Senior VP for Business Affairs. She previously was VP of legal affairs for Sony Pictures Entertainment Distribution. Prior to joining Sony, Jackson was Senior VP of Business Affairs at Genius Products and before that, VP of Business and Legal Affairs at Warner Home Video. She began her legal career as an intellectual property and antitrust litigator in New York and Los Angeles. Cooper has recently become a Trustee at Fryeburg Academy. In response to our email thank you for her annual gift, Cooper says, “I’m happy to be able to support the school, both financially and now as a member of the Board of Trustees. It was and continues to be a great resource for local kids like I once was, as well as for the dorm students “from away” who bring the world to western Maine.” Email Cooper at: cooperjackson@sbcglobal.net
Weeks Munroe ‘38, graduated valedictorian from FA. Her sister was Eleanor Weeks ‘34. I plan to stop for coffee when I come up. Cordially, Mona”
1982 Dona Duval writes, “My sons are Danny O’Neil ‘82 and Charlie O’Neil ‘90. We enjoyed an evening with Todd Gallagher ‘82 while he was visiting with Cheryl Paul ‘86 with daughter Sierra Moore ‘12. Cheryl lives in Pleasant Point, Maine, where she Danny & family. is a fitness coordinator. Sierra is a dorm student Such fun - hours at FA. Email: cherylpaul1@hotmail.com of stories - what a wonderful childhood the boys had in Fryeburg. I told Todd how VERY much I enjoyed this issue of Scenes and he suggested I let you know. Keep up the good work!” Email Dona at donaduval@ yahoo.com Jane Rosenberg ’82 writes, “So Melanie has decided to become a novelist. Meanwhile, Casey has branched out from her Suzuki violin song to the Beatles. I finally decided to close the doors to my baby carrier business. David’s time is better spent on his mattress business and I really prefer to spend my energy on the girls and our home schooling. In June we all flew East to visit friends – too little time! Melanie, Casey and I went to Maine twice – in the summer and again in the Fall (for the Fryeburg Fair). I was happy to see my siblings (up from Florida) ….” Email Jane at: RockyMountainJane@gmail.com
Barbara Gushee ‘84 with daughter-Hattie Gushee-Kimball ‘10. Barbara works at Fryeburg Fair & Shawnee Peak Ski Area. Hattie attends CMCC in Lewiston.
Willi Thurston Bartlett ‘86 with son-Stefan ‘11 at his FA graduation
1984 Melanie (Smith) Gattermann ’84 writes “Hey all, hope this update finds you all doing well and enjoying this warm weather...FINALLY!! I am keeping busy with my many jobs...if I’m not saving lives in the back of an ambulance, then I am doing so in the
Robyn Powell ‘86 with Barbara Hill ‘74 at the Steve Dore Concert. Robyn is a teacher at CA Snow School in Fryeburg. Barbara is the FA Archivist and a photographer.
Letitia Wieseman Genest ‘87 with sonMatt Genest ‘11 at his FA graduation
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Colby Locke ‘11 with aunt-Jennifer Wales Greaney ‘91, cousin-Reese & uncle-Marc Greaney ‘87
ER. Actually, it isn’t that exciting really... LOL. I do love being a paramedic and wouldn’t change that for the world...though my next step is to become an RN and make the real money for doing what I already do. My daughter is all grown up...well, she’s almost 19, so that makes her grown up right?? Sheila Hill Graves ’88 & Jody Graves ’88 with daughterFunny how at that age Ashley Graves ‘11 we know everything huh? She is currently attending Embry-Riddle in Daytona Beach working on her Commercial Pilots License. Yay her!!! And yay me when she gets a job... lets see...where to start my itinerary...hahaha. I have recently remarried…so I have a new last name..much easier to spell I think..it’s Lockwood...just like it sounds :) I am residing in Gilmanton, NH, on a lake and it’s beautiful in the summer... If ever over this way..stop by..the door is always open. My husband and I just spent some time in Arizona…and I have decided that that is the place for me. I love the “dry heat” and so we are looking at retiring there in the notso-distant future. Well...he will be retired (after 30 years in the Fire Service. I guess he deserves it). I will continue working...cuz that’s what I love to do. LOL. I guess that is it for now...I hope u all have a wonderful summer and don’t let the black flies carry u away. Xoxox ”
Paul Lord ‘89 & twin sons-Gage & Ethan fishing on Moose Pond in Denmark, Maine. Paul is married to Jen Roberts Lord ‘93
Amanda Keaten Wine ‘89 sent in this photo in response to her thank you email for her annual gift, “I work in downtown Cleveland for the U.S. Department of Labor as a senior claims examiner. Right now I am coaching my daughter’s U-12 travel softball team. We only have a week and a half left in the season then we are headed to Maine to see the family for a week. We only have a week between softball and volleyball/soccer. My daughter is 12 Cindy Basnar ‘89 married Nina Foster on June 18, 2011 at The Basin in Chatham, NH. and my son is 15. Here is a picture from our spring cruise. A reception was held at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. Cindy & Nina are photographed with children-Logan Leach ‘10, Jacob-age 5 & Damion-age 7. We were in Nassau, Bahamas.” Email Amanda at: Wine. Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 officiated the ceremony. Amanda@dol.gov
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1988 Casey Sherman ‘88, is an award winning journalist and acclaimed author of five bestselling books including “The Finest Hours,” “Bad Blood” and “Search for the Strangler.” Both “Bad Blood” and “The Finest Hours” are now in development as major motion pictures. Sara Baker ‘11 with father-Jarrett Baker ‘90, sisterSherman brought his Lindsey ‘13 and mother-Cheryl Baker at her FA graduation popular Boston stage show, “Tales of Suspense” to the Fryeburg Academy’s Performing Arts Center on June 18, 2011. “This is my way of giving back to the school that has given Sarah Struven ‘89 with mother-Marie & friend me so much,” said Sherman. “I was active on stage during my time at FA and now I get to come full circle and perform there again more than 20 years later.” In “Tales of Suspense,” Sherman reveals the gripping true stories behind his acclaimed books. From his internationally renowned re-investigation of his aunt’s murder in the notorious Boston Strangler case, to a small-town slaying in Franconia where the truth is anything but what it seems, to his discovery of a dramatic New England sea rescue lost to history, Sherman discusses in harrowing detail how far a reporter must be willing to go to get the story. Sherman is the 2010 recipient of the Truth and Justice Award presented by the prestigious Cold Case Investigative Research Institute in Atlanta, Georgia. Sherman has also been nominated for an Emmy Award and is a recipient of the Edward R. Murrow Award for Journalistic Excellence. He has appeared on dozens of network television programs including The Today Show, Dateline NBC, FOX News, the View, The CBS Evening News, CNN, MSNBC, ABC World News Tonight, The History Channel, National Geographic, Discovery and the Travel Channel. (Conway Daily Sun 6/17/11) 1989 Sandra Eastman Nager ‘89 responded to our email thank you for her annual gift, “Thanks for your e-mail. It was nice to see you at the Alumni Office Open House in December. My husband, Eric, and I are thrilled to welcome a daughter, Brook-
Our very own, Jonathan Sarty ‘92 will be performing this fall at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. This return to the stage is exciting for Fryeburg Academy and for Jonathan! He was a member of the very first FA Rock Band under the direction of the then new music director, Brent LaCasce ‘78; and Jonathan has been performing ever since. Performing as part of our First Annual Americana Festival on October 1st with The White Mountain Boys, and then again with his Jonathan Sarty’s Originals on November 18, make plans to come see this talented alum!
Heather-Marie Bush Kiesman ‘93 writes: “Since August of 2004 I have been living in South Carolina. I was first in Murrells Inlet and in 2007 moved 30 minutes away to Conway, SC, which is right on the Myrtle Beach town line. I have been employed at Blue Cross Blue Shield of SC since 2004, working on a government contract, I process TRICARE claims for the North Region. In 2006 I had the honor of going to China with my oldest sister while she adopted her second daughter. It was an opportunity of a life time. I enjoyed every minute of the trip, sight- seeing and just taking in the different culture/way of life over there. We were there for about three weeks just before Christmas. I have also gone back to school to obtain my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, though recently have thought about going for a Health Care Administration Degree. I have been going to school since 2008 so maybe by the time I’m like 45 I should have the new degree! Once a year I like to travel. In 2010 I went to Kansas to visit with my younger sister, Meshanna Bush Burno ‘97, while her husband Gregory Burno ‘93 was deployed. I enjoyed spending time with her and her two kids, Natasha and Jacob. I try to visit with them every other year. I have managed to visit her and the family at every location Greg has been stationed at - Tennessee, Alabama, Texas and now Kansas. I only missed out on Germany! This year I spent two weeks in Maine & NH visiting and helping my parents pack up the State Line Store. After 26 years of being in the convenience store business my father has decided to retire. I look forward to seeing everyone at our 20th reunion! Email Heather at: moondance111575@yahoo.com
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lee Kimball, born on December 4, 2010. She joins 5-year-old sister Nicole at home in Daphne, Alabama. Our family enjoyed a lovely Christmas season in Maine seeing some FA friends during our stay. I was so happy to attend the FA Christmas program this year in the beautiful Jenn Stacy Bartlett ‘93-FA Faculty (Science) with new performing arts Paul Lord ‘89 & husband, Juston ‘94 Joey Shackford ‘93 with son. Joey is a NH State Trooper center. What talented musicians! The new buildings on campus since my years there are fantastic. I love being a stay-at-home mom to our two girls. They keep me on my toes. We enjoy reading, scrapbooking, attending concerts, and traveling. Hope to escape our southern heat for a summer visit in Maine this year or next.” Email Sandy at: nagers@juno.com 1990 Joan Cressy McBurnie ’90 is the Executive Director of Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. In July she held a successful fundraiser, “Christmas in July for Harvest Hills Animal Shelter,” at Macdonald Motors in Bridgton. (The Bridgton News 8/11/11) 1991 Ken Morrison ’91 writes, “Living in Gilbert, Arizona, with my wife, Kristin, my two-year-old daughter MacKenzie, and 10-yearold daughter Jordan. I have been working at Bank of America for almost 10 years now. Would love to get together with any other FA alumni in Arizona!” Suzanne Martin Wagner ’91 writes, “I graduated in May Sisters-Julie MacFarlane Davis ’98, Jessica MacFarlane Gyger ’95, 2001 with a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College and have been working as a Vocational Jenny MacFarlane Valente ’01 participated in the Maine Cancer Rehabilitation Counselor with the State of Vermont for 4 years. Foundation’s 4th Annual Triathalon for a Cure Isaac “Paul” Wagner ‘91 is finishing up his master’s degree at the School for International Training and is the Project Director with Windham and Windsor Housing Trust. Our kids are growing up way too fast. Hazel is now 8 and Eben is 5. We have been living in Brattleboro, Vermont, for 5 years now and have found a wonderful community here.” 1994 Corey Dutton ’94 writes, “I have not received anything from the Academy for a very long time. I have been in England stationed for 4 years. I would like you send me “Scenes” if you could. I will write more at another time. I am married and have a son, Caedan, who is 15 months old. I appreciate this very much. I am on Facebook also and would like to get updates. I am stationed in Virginia for the next three years, before I retire.”
Brian Leach ‘96
1995 Charlie Berg ‘95, president of Black Fly Media of Portland, and Angie Helton, President and Principal of Northeast Media Associates of South Portland, produced the video for the FBI that helped lead to the capture of fugitive James “Whitey” Bulger. The two sat in Berg’s dining room for hours with FBI agents from the Boston field office to produce the video. Four FBI agents came
Aimee Gagnon Herlihy ‘98 with husband-TJ & children, Bryson-age 2 & Chloe Faith
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FA’s Marriage Project - Kylie Card Almy ‘00 & Matt Almy ‘99 began playing tennis together at FA in 1999 - the year both boys’ and girls’ teams brought home state titles. Matt went on to study biomedical engineering at RPI in NY and Kylie studied animal science at Rutgers in NJ. They managed to see each other every weekend despite the 3-hour commute. After college they moved back to their beloved home state and were married on October 15, 2005. They have two sons, Sam-age 4, and Sylas-age 2, and are expecting son #3 in November. The Almys live in Cumberland, Maine. Matt is a manager for Toyota of Portland and Kylie is a stayat-home mom as well as co-owner of an alpaca farm shared with her sister, Kate Card Martin ‘93. Kylie writes, “As the years go by we appreciate more and more our life in Maine and the lasting friendships and memories from our time at FA!” Kylie and Matt-Tennis Champs in 1999; Kylie & Matt-October 15, 2005; Bridal Party-Heather Masse Duncan ‘00, Sierra Chappell ‘00, Rebecca Almy Infinger ‘01, Kim Card Rousey ‘88, Kylie Card Almy ‘00, Kate Card Martin ‘93, Layne Millette Woodward ‘99, Stephanie Crognale, Molly McFarland ‘00; Groomsmen-Matt Rousey, Luke Allocco ‘99, George Woodward ‘99, Don Ponn, Matt Almy ‘99, Shaun Bamforth, Sean Hendersen, Chris Muse ‘99, Colby Martin; Sam & Sylas in 2010: Matt & Kylie Five Year Anniversary 2010: A photo of Matt and I taken on our 5 year anniversary, October 2010! Email Kylie at: Kcalmy@maine.rr.com
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to Maine, where they worked with Helton and Berg in Berg’s home studio in Saco. Helton helped edit the script, and both firms produced it. “I was shocked and surprised that it happened, and that it happened so quickly,” Charlie said of Bulger’s arrest. Mollie Halpern, a former Maine resident who is an FBI staffer in Washington, DC, called Helton to ask if she was interested Jon Sturdevant ‘99 with father-David in producing a video Layne Millette Woodward ‘99 & George Woodward ‘99 with Sturdevant-FA’s Principal. Jon lives in for the Bureau. While daughter, Rowen, age 1. Layne is a post birthing nurse at Maine Medical Chicago and is an independent fund- in Maine, Halpern Center in Portland and has been there for 8 years. George is a group therapist raising consultant for non-profits. councilor for the Shalom Home in Portland. They live in Portland and have met Helton, who has been married for seven years. worked at WCSHTV in Portland and WLBZ-TV in Bangor, and Berg, who now works at WCSH. Halpern said the FBI chose Helton and Berg for the job because of their media experience and knowledge of the Bulger case. “They had the professional qualifications to do it…Being from New England, they are familiar with the case,” Halpern said. “There were four FBI agents sitting in my dining room, choosing the pictures and graphics. There was a lot of time spent editing,” Berg said. The government offered a $2 million reward for information leading to Bulger’s capture and $100,000 for information about Greig’s location. James “Whitey” Bulger was captured, Wednesday, June 22, 2011, in Santa Monica, California. (The Portland Press Herald, 6/24/11) 1996 Hannah Babineau, 1996, is one of Carrie Scribner’s staff at Dutch Bloemen Winkel in Jackson, NH. Hannah, along with another staff member, Rachel Jaronczy, helps Carrie to create personalized, inventive wedding floristry. (The Mountain Ear, 5/26/11) Daniel Larson ’96 and Victoria Carbone welcome a son, Kristofer Nils Larson, born August 16, 2011. Kristofer joins two sisters, Kyleana Carbone, 7, and Mikayla Joubert, 12. Maternal grandparents are Peter and Deborah Carbone of Fryeburg, ME. Paternal grandparents are Gary and Janice Larson of Brownfield, ME, and Liz Tielinen of Fryeburg, ME. (The Bridgton News 8/25/11) Michelle Legare ‘96 graduated from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy on May 20, having completed the 18-week training program there. Michelle is with the Fryeburg Police Department. (The Bridgton News, 5/26/11) Roberto Mattei ’96 writes, “Working on my MBA. Ten years with the U.S. Marines. Served one year in Iraq and leaving in November this year to Afghanistan. Married four years ago with two children!” Amy Thurston ‘00 & sister, Sara Thurston ‘97 Sara is expecting in November
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Jenny Hill York ‘01 with son, Jack, born November 2010
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Scenes from a Wedding-Wendy Gilmore ‘02 & Chad Charbonneau were married October 2, 2010 at the Bedford Village Inn in Bedford, NH. Wendy and Chad now reside in Litchfield, NH. Wendy graduated from University of Vermont in May 2006 and is an RN at New England Baptist Hospital, Boston, MA. Chad works for his family’s business, Continental Paving, located in Litchfield, NH. Photo above left-Joshua Gilmore ‘04, Kristin Gilmore ‘02, Chad Charbonneau, Wendy Gilmore Charbonneau ‘02 and parents Harold and Cynthia Gilmore; Photo above-Josh, Wendy & Kristin; Sent by Kristin Gilmore ‘02. Email Kristin at: kristinanngilmore@gmail.com
Pavilion in Foxborough, Mass. Their reception was also held in the Lake View Pavilion. Beth went to Northeastern University. She is employed at QueBIT as a senior consultant. Scott graduated from Chelmsford High in Chelmsford, MA, and the US Military Academy at West Point. He served in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of captain and is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is employed at IBM/Cognos Corp. as an account manager. The couple honeymooned in Tahiti and Bora Bora and they will live in Stoneham, MA. (Note from Rachel - send wedding photos!) 1997 Jeremy Johnson ’97 and Bonnie Ellis were married in August at the Little White Church in Eaton, NH. Bonnie is the daughter of Eddie Ellis of Eaton, NH. Jeremy is the son of John and Robin Johnson of Fryeburg, ME. Cassandra Kennard ‘97 writes, “I just wanted to send in my contact information. Also, how can I get a subscription to SCENES? I have always loved this little book and I haven’t received it since I moved to Canada! Also, I have realized that my class will be having our 15 year reunion next year! I definitely want to Katelin Urgese Paquette ‘02 and husband, Jason, welcome be there so please keep me updated.” the birth of their daughter, Violet Urgese Paquette, born Email Cassandra at: cassandrakennard@ March 19, 2011. The Paquettes live in Topsham, Maine, hotmail.com and Katelin is a guidance counselor at Lewiston High School.
Duane McAllister ‘02 & Brittany McGreal will marry on Saturday, May 26, 2012, in Portland, Maine
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1998 Doug Dagan ‘98 writes in response to our email thank you for his annual gift, “Thanks for your kind note in light of my gift. Someday when I have more money I will make a bigger gift. Life in Vermont is good. I am a second-year law student at Vermont Law School. I am actually in a dual degree program between VLS and Yale. I am getting a JD in Environmental Law and a Master’s of Environmental Law and Policy in Energy Law from VLS and a Master’s of Environmental Management in Climate Change from The Yale School of Environmental Science. I don’t have much time to ski because I have a lot of course work to do and that keeps me pretty busy. I was never a big runner, you are probably thinking of my younger brother Brendan ‘00. He is still running and coaching. Hope your trip to FL went well. Take care.” Email Doug Marc Strobel ‘02 arrived at FA to help his brother, Michael at: mdouglasdagan@yahoo.com ‘13 pack up to head back to Germany - photographed with Isabel Hodgman-Burns ‘14. Marc is in medical school in Germany.
Harvest Ficker ’98 graduated from Middlebury College in 2002; she majored in InterStudies. Harvest got her Master’s at St. Michael’s College and has recently been an ESL teacher in Turkey.
Aimee Gagnon Herlihy ’98 and her husband, T.J., welcome a daughter, Chloe Faith, born June 15, 2011. Chloe joins siblings, Bryson, 2; Jack, 10; Hunter, 10; and MacKenzie, 12. Maternal grandparents are Mike and Debra Rogers Santa Maria ’79 of Center Conway, NH, and Louis Gagnon ’75 of Fryeburg, ME. Paternal grandparents are Rette Herlihy of Conway, NH, and Michael Herlihy of Marblehead, MA. (The Bridgton News 7/21/11) Craig Bartlett ‘03 is an accomplished driver at Oxford Plains Speedway. This year he won Most Popular Driver and was the 1st Place Champion for Saturday night racing and the 2nd Place Champion for Wednesday night racing. He also received the Best Looking Car Award. Photographed with crewman, Mike Shrier ‘05, girlfriend-Tanya Ross and father-Jeff Bartlett ‘79; three generations-Craig Bartlett ‘03, Jeff Bartlett ‘79 & E. Harlan “Bart” Bartlett ‘57 at Oxford Plains, ME; Bart with Steve Craig ‘72; Craig with aunt-Jolene Bartlett Snow ‘81 & cousin-Lyndsay Snow ‘09
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Scenes from a Wedding-Kristin Rolfe ‘03 married Lucas Mills on June 4th, 2011, at the Bethel Inn in Bethel, Maine. Kristin’s maid of honor was Renee Strange ‘03. Bridesmaids were Justine Ray ‘03, Katie Ackley ‘03 & Ashlee Purinton ‘03. Kristin is the daughter of Ricky ‘82 and Debbie Alanskas Rolfe ‘81.
1999 Timothy Perreault ‘99 is engaged to Cori Lydick, of Raymond, Maine. Their wedding date is June 18, 2011 at Sebago Lake. Tim is the son of Ernest ’77 & April Perreault, of Brownfield, Maine. Jesse Smith ’99 received an Associate of Science degree from the Community College of Vermont. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) 2000 Heather Masse ’00 recently performed at Fryeburg Academy’s Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, along with Ben Hammond ’01. Heather, New York City singer and songwriter, trained at the New England Conservatory of Music as a jazz singer. She is steeped in the jazz tradition, which informs her distinct approach to singing folk, pop and bluegrass. A member of the Billboard-charting folk supergroup The Wailin’Jennys, Heather has performed at the top venues, sharing the stage with the world’s most acclaimed pop, classical and jazz acts. She has been a frequent guest on Garrison Keillor’s A Prarie Home Companion, both as a solo performer and as a member of The Jennys. In 2009, Heather released her first full-length album, “Bird Song” – her solo debut on Red House Records. Showcasing her luscious alto voice and her superb song-writing, the CD is acoustic pop music at its best – thoughtful and soulful and sure to be a hit with fans of Norah Jones and Alison Krauss. For more information about Heather, visit www.heathermasse.com. (The Bridgton News August 25, 2011) 2001 Ben Hammond ’01 recently performed at Fryeburg Academy’s Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, along with Heather Masse ’00 and her band. Ben graduated from McGill University in Montreal with a degree in Music Technology. He has since been relentlessly touring, from New England to New Zealand, to points in between, playing his unique brand of live-looped acoustic soulpop at a variety of festivals and hundreds of venues. He has appeared as a guest vocalist/beatboxer at the Montreal Jazz Festival and has also recorded a live DVD, “Solo at Stone Mountain Arts Center,” directed by award-winning Mike Dana-FA Faculty (Fine Arts). Schooled in jazz, raised on rock, fascinated with music the world over, Ben can just as easily be found strumming a soulful -80Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
Scenes from a wedding-Heather MacLeod-FA Dean’s Office married Joe Keller on April 30th at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. The wedding was officiated by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76. Heather with sons-Hawk Reynoso ‘04 & Sequoyah Reynoso ‘08 with Coreen Hennessy ‘08; Julie O’Boyle ‘02 with fiance; John O’Boyle ‘10 & Julie with mother; Hawk; Audrey Keller ‘02 & Keith Johnson ‘01; Mike Dana-FA Faculty (Fine Arts) & wifeTess; Louise Perry ‘65 & Joe Keller; Anisa Fox ‘06; Heather dancing with Orion Winkler ‘08, Sequoyah & Ian Heath ‘08; Ian & Orion with Jane Fullerton-FA Faculty (English); Heather with Mary Geneseo Sohl ‘75
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Scenes from a wedding-Kristen Whitaker ‘04 married Justin Reardon on 9/10/11 at The Bethel Inn; Alan Whitaker ‘77-father of the bride & fiancee Julie Barton Denney ‘73; Alan Whitaker ‘77 with brothers-Shawn ‘79 & Kevin ‘82, mother-Rochelle Lewis Whitaker ‘56 & sister-Sheila Whitaker Kackley ‘88; Kristen & maid-of-honor-Bailey Nunan Mason ‘04; Corinne Thompson Whitaker ‘78-mother of the bride & Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76-Officiant; Don Wentworth ‘67 & wife-Beth Blake Wentworth ‘69; Kristen with Alan, brother-Jonathan Whitaker ‘06 & mother-Corinne Thomson Whitaker ‘78; Alan & Barbara Hill ‘74-Photographer; Jane Barton Hammond ‘63 with sister-Julie Barton Denney ‘73 & mother-Barbara Dennett Barton; Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60 & Jennifer Hicks Charles ‘89;Kevin Whitaker ‘82 & Sandy Panno Whitaker ‘86 with son-Matt ‘08 & his fiancee-Tori, daughter-Jessica ‘06 & Jayson Lusky ‘06
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Janet Calley Collins ‘81 & husband; Rochelle Lewis Whitaker ‘56 & granddaughters-Jessica Whitaker ‘06, Alex Kackley ‘09, Shayna Kackley ‘14 & Brenna Kackley ‘11; Four Generations-Chris Thomson Craig ‘76 with granddaughter-McKenna, daughter-Lauri Craig McGrath ‘94 & motherCarol Carey Craig; Steve Craig ‘72 & daughterJoJo Craig ‘97; Alex Denney ‘08 & Allison Gilmore ‘13; Jane Barton Denney ‘63 & husband-Toby Hammond ‘63; Father/Daughter Dance-Kristen Whitaker Reardon ‘04 & Alan Whitaker ‘77
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original tune as he can, live-looping an a cappella improvisation of beatboxing and four-part harmony, recklessly remixing some of the best music of the past century. For more information about Ben, visit www. benhammondmusic.com. (Bridgton News August 25, 2011) Joey Kohn ‘01 in response to our email thank you for his annual gift: “I’m sorry for not writing sooner. I just finished the bar exam a few days ago. Thanks for all the kind words, it’s the least I could do for having had such a great high school experience and education. Also, great job yourself, the school looks a lot better with all the new buildings just in the last ten years! I really wish I could go to the reunion in a couple weeks but unfortunately I have a wedding to go to in Saratoga Springs that same weekend. Things are going really well with me. I just graduated from Fordham Law School this past May, magna cum laude, and will be starting as an associate at Kaye Scholer LLP in New York City in October. Also, I’m getting married in September in Jackson, NH, to Brittany Whitaker ‘04 graduated from Boston Architectural College on May 28, 2011, with her degree in Design Studies with Katie Harrison, who I met at Middlebury College. After the wedding I’ll a concentration in Sustainable Design. She also received the try to submit some pictures. Anyways, if you’re ever in New York then President’s Award and is photographed here with the President feel free to get in touch, and I’ll do the same when I can make it back for and parents, Bruce ‘76 & Shirley Whitaker a visit.” Email Joey at: joeykohn@gmail.com Justin McIver ‘01, owner of Main EcoHomes, Bridgton, Maine, believes Bridgton’s economic future depends on the willingness of young professionals like himself to invest their time, effort and money in projects like the four-lot commercial subdivision he is creating on the Portland Road and the new energy-efficient retail/office building he is building on Depot Street. “I like challenges,” McIver said. “And I hope other business people in town will step up and do their part, too.” (Bridgton News, 7/29/11) Colin Mitzkus ’01 wrote this email after a visit to the FA in April 2011 with his father: “For us, especially for me, the trip to Fryeburg was very special. Seeing Fryeburg again was a wish since I left it. It has been amazing to see all that after such a long timeeverything has still the same charm like I used to know it – and that after more than 10 years. Wow. And on that point a big thank you to the complete office for the warm welcome back that day. What am I doing now? After the half year in Fryeburg I graduated in Hamburg and started studying business administration. 4 years ago I went to Cologne to work for RTL, the biggest German TV channel. Here I’m doing the marketing (especially advertisement and media) for our online- & mobile-products. Please contact me at c.mitzkus@gmx.de.” 2002 Brenda Burney ’02 is engaged to Marc Bailey. Brenda is the daughter of Joe Burney-FA Former Business Manager & Marilyn Burney of Rockaway, NJ; and Marc is the son of Diane Bailey of Conway, NH. A December 2012 wedding is planned. Emily Eastman Kubichko ’02 and her husband, Anthony, welcome a daughter, Layla Kade, born June 24, 2011. Layla joins Jaxson, age three. Maternal grandparents are Kathryn and Richard Eastman ’71 of Fryeburg, ME. Paternal grandparents are John and Dawn Kubichko of Putnam Valley, NY. (The Bridgton News 7/28/11) 2003 Joanna Kinsman ’03 is preparing to launch a luxury swimsuit line under her Miss Kinsman label. In June, Joanna introduced some of her Miss Kinsman line at a fashion event arranged by Boston designer Bailey Damon ‘05 graduated from Conrad Lamour. Suffolk University in Boston in May After high with her Bachelor’s degree in Business Members of FA’s 2004 Maine State school, Joanna Management-photographed with boyIce Hockey Championship TeamRalph Capachietti-Coach, Bo Apt went to the UNH friend-Andrew Harvey. Email Bailey at baileydamon18@yahoo.com ‘04, Nick Lawrence ‘04, Luke Ray to ski and study ‘05 & Fred Apt-Head Coach
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Anna Ballard ‘05 graduated from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in May. In photograph with her sister-Cassie Ballard ‘09, fiance Matt Haley ‘03 & sister-Molly Ballard ‘14. Anna will be working as a pharmacist at Hannaford in North Conway. Matt & Anna are engaged to be married in June 2012 in Moultonborough, NH. They have just built a house in Stow, Maine. Matt is a plumber. Email Anna at anna23ballard@gmail.com
entrepreneurship. A six-time state Nordic ski champion and star crosscountry runner, Joanna says her Academy days set her up for future success. Her path took an unexpected turn. “I had a ski accident in my first race my freshman year, and got medical red-shirted. The plan was to stay for a fifth year to finish my degree and continue racing, but I decided to move to Boston instead,” she said. Joanna lived in Boston for over a year, working as an event planner for various promotional companies. Later, she became a personal trainer. As time passed, Joanna realized she wanted something else out of her life. So, she made a big decision-relocate to San Diego. While living in San Diego, Joanna discovered she had a strong desire to run her own business; she had “a gift” and a passion for designing swimwear. Her logo was created by an artist in CO, and she is working with a manufacturer in China. At the moment, Joanna is juggling two jobs – one working for Viral Tech., the other designing. “The situation is perfect, as it allows me to fund my creative passion, but with a stable income and security,” she said. Who really knows how the next chapter of Joanna Kinsman’s fashion career will play out, but the former star athlete turned designer encourages anyone with a dream to pursue it and not be afraid to take some chances to make it happen. “I’ve always listened to my intuition and done what I felt was the right thing to do, even when I wasn’t sure why. Move forward without fear, otherwise you may find yourself regretting playing it safe,” she said. “Surround yourself with people you want to be like and take every opportunity to learn something or meet someone new. You’ll be surprised by how once you put your intention out there to the world, how fast opportunities will come your way if you allow them to.” Joanna lives in Windham, ME. (Bridgton News 7/28/11) Renee Strange ‘03 has moved to Conway, NH, from Nebraska. She is working at Memorial Hospital. Email Renee at: Renee.Strange@offutt.af.mil
Mandey Chick ‘05 with her motherSuzanne Gillette
2004 Caitlin Murphy Baldwin ’04 married Shawn Baldwin ‘04 in 2009. She started a bridal shop in North Conway in August, Inspirations Bridal & Formal Wear, Inc. Check it out at www.inspirationsbridal.com
2005 Machella Brett-Davidson ’05 and Matthew Weegar are engaged. Machella is the daughter of Eddie and Wendy Lovejoy Davidson ’84 of Fryeburg, ME, and Matt is the son of Matthew and Vicki Weegar of Chocorua, NH. Machella graduated from Kaplan University in 2008 and is employed by J. Crew in North Conway, NH. Matt is a 2007 graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio. He is employed by Lakes Region Fire Apparatus in Tamworth, NH. The couple resides in Eaton, NH. A September 2012 wedding is planned. (The Bridgton News 9/01/11) Benjamin Tripp ’05 married Chelsea Michelle Perry on August 27, 2011 at the Fryeburg New Church. The bride, 24, is a community integrator for Northern Human Services in Conway. She is the daughter of Frank and Cheri Perry, of South Hiram, ME. The groom, 23, is a carpenter for Nate York Construction in Lovell, ME. He is the son of Harvey ‘77 and Valerie Hammond Tripp ‘81. The wedding party included matron of honor, Kelsy Perry, sister-in-law of the bride; bridesmaids, Kelly Salminen, Heather ‘09 and Carla Tripp ‘13, sisters of the groom; and flower girl, Caroline Hammond, cousin of the groom. The best man was Wayne
Makenzie Walker ‘06, Katie Blynn ‘06, Katie Shorey ‘06, Melanie Postell Lebel ‘06 & Charlie Scott ‘06 at Reunion 2011
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Tyler Schwarz ‘06 is now a Certified Sous Chef. He started his culinary career at the Fryeburg House of Pizza when he was in junior high school, then off to work under a Chef for a “Senior summer year service project” in Louhelen, Michigan. Working under a prominent Chef in a well run kitchen inspired Tyler to apply for the Balsams Culinary Apprenticeship program at the end of his senior year. Before accepting, Tyler spent a year working at the 1785 Restaurant where he came to his ultimate decision to become a Chef, applying once again to the BALSAMS apprenticeship program. In June 2007, he joined the BALSAMS Culinary apprenticeship program, with the encouragement of his father Gene Schwarz, who worked in the food industry his entire working career, currently employed with SYSCO foods. Tyler, while at the BALSAMS, was able to apprentice at many wonderful resorts across the country including The Hershey Hotel, Hershey, Pennsylvania; John’s Island Club in Vero Beach, Florida; The Awahnee in Yosemite, California; Grill 23 in Boston; David’s Restaurant in Portland, Maine; and the Chevy Chase Club in Chevy Chase, Maryland. After graduating, Tyler will begin his new career in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, under Chef James, well-known & respected for his many culinary endeavors, which include Popovers, The Commisssary, and other restaurants. Tyler looks forward to traveling and developing his culinary education further in the future.
“Gump” McAllister, Jr. ‘88; Groomsmen were Brandon “Beav” Perry, brother of the bride, and Mike Shrier ‘05. The reception followed with a horse and carriage ride to the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. (Conway Daily Sun 9/6/11) 2006 Celine MacLean ’06 was on the UMO Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (Bridgton News 6/30/11)
Scenes from a Wedding-Sarah Hannes Shenk‘07 & Colin Shenk. In photos with sister, Susan Hannes ‘09 & brother, Eric Hannes ‘14. Email Sarah at: sehannes@liberty.edu
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Aaron Pierce ‘06 updated us online with: “I’ve moved back to Portland, where I spend my free time helping others. I’m also trying to get in touch with my artistic side and I also do a lot of activist work. I volunteer for the St. Vincent de Paul Society as well. And I may be going to SMCC this fall. You can contact me at aaronp87@ ymail.com.” Josh Strange ‘06 and Owen Conforte ‘08 are currently in St Petersburg, Russia, working on a film mini-series called Colossus. Josh has been living in Russia for the past three Hannah Whittemore ‘08 is a junior On Sunday, May 29, 2011, Jenna Ligor ‘06 & Taizo “Tim” Ohashi months and Owen joined him in at UMaine. Here photographed with ‘07 graduated from Bates College. Congratulations Jenna & Tim! May. Josh is the audio engineer her younger brother, Jon, a junior at Email Tim at: ohashikto@yahoo.com for the project and also the bass Cheshire Academy in Connecticut where player for their rock group. their father, Alan Whittemore, works. Owen is the lead guitar player. They will be back in the U.S. in August and Josh will continue to work on this project for the next year and a half. Follow both Josh and Owen on their Colossus Facebook page. 2007 Kelsey Allen ’07 was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. The Society honors nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship. Kelsey is a senior nursing student at the Saint Joseph’s campus in Standish, ME. (The Bridgton News 5/12/11) Elizabeth Atwood ’07 was awarded a degree at St. Lawrence University’s commencement ceremony on May 22nd, on campus in Canton, NY. She received a degree in environmental studies and minored in educational studies. (The Bridgton News 6/16/11)
Eden Cianciolo ‘09 is a junior at the Univ. of New England where she also plays basketball. Eden with her father-David & friend/ godfather Michael English; Eden’s team won the Commonwealth Coastal Conference Championship and went to the NCAA playoffs two years ago and won the ECAC New England Championship last year. Eden is majoring in Dental Hygiene.
Lauren Reeves ‘09 is a sophomore at UMO here visiting FA and Carol Kneeland-FA Faculty (Publishing & Language Retraining)
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Zachariah Belding ’07 was on the University of Maine’s Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Meghan Dunham ’07 is engaged to Chris Morton. Meghan is the Makenzi Brown ‘10, Tim Even ‘09, Kenedi Hall ‘10 & Lisa Costello ‘10 daughter of at FA Graduation 2011. Makenzi is a sophomore at the Univ. of San Fran- Richard and Kathy Wilson cisico, Tim is a junior at USM, Kenedi is a sophomore at Lyndon State Dunham ’77; College and Lisa is a sophomore at St. Joseph’s College and Chris is the son of Joseph Morton and Deborah Martin, and stepson of Dave Martin. Chris is a 2007 graduate of Lake Region High School. (The Bridgton News 5/26/11) Kayla Greenleaf ’07 was named to the University of Maine at Machias Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. She writes, “Graduated with honors from The University of Maine at Machias (2011) with a degree in environmental recreation and tourism management, with a concentration in leisure programming and sport and fitness management.” You can contact Kayla by email at kayla.greenleaf@maine.edu.
Dan Shea ‘10 with brother, Ian Shea ‘12. Dan is a sophomore at the University of Maine. Email Dan at: gnarly_gdan@hotmail.com
Tyler Keef ’07 graduated from Western New England College (Springfield, MA) with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. Tyler graduated magna cum laude, which signifies scholastic excellence and is awarded at graduation to students who have achieved a grade point average between 3.60 and 3.80. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Brianne McInnis ’07 graduated from Stonehill College (Easton, MA) with a Bachelor of Arts degree. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Alexandra Nikazmerad ’07 graduated from Grinnell College (Iowa) in May 2011. Alexandra earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Jessica Wright ’07 earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Babson College (Wellesley, MA), cum laude, in May 2011. (The Bridgton News 9/01/11) 2008 Halley Alfano ’08 was named to the Dean’s List at St. Joseph’s College of Maine for the spring semester. (The Bridgton News 6/16/11) Caitlin Armstrong ’08 & Nicole Pelkie ‘08 were on the University of Maine’s Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton Kenedi Hall ‘10 & Haley Nadeau ‘11 at News 6/30/11) her FA graduation. Kenedi was President of his class and is now a sophomore at Lyndon State College in Vermont. Email Kenedi at: runnerkenedi@yahoo.com
Tim Even ‘08, three-time defending champ and Maine State high school champion Silas Eastman ‘13, of Chatham, New Hampshire, produced a fantastic finish at the Lovell Athletic
Janna Kurnick ‘10, Seth Eastman ‘11 & Riley Pitman ‘11. Janna is a sophomore at UMaine. Seth is a Freshman at UNH. Riley is a freshman at South Dakota State University.
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Fields during the Lovell Old Home Days 5K Race held on Saturday, July 16th, 2011. “Oh, what a race!” said Lovell Old Home Days 5K Race Director Stan Tupaj, who couldn’t have scripted a better Saturday. Silas Eastman turned the tables on Tim Even after running shoulder to shoulder through Lovell Village. A year ago, Even’s late burst Alex Kiesman ‘11 at his FA graduation with motherproduced his third Delores Derosier Kiesman ’82, father- Paul Kiesman ’83 & Paul’s wifeLovell title, finishing Leigh Bucknell Kiesman ’86 Jon Dana ‘11 is a freshman at Clark just two seconds ahead of Eastman. This time, University. Here he works with his father, Mike Dana-FA Faculty (Fine it was Eastman who had a little stronger kick, winning the race in commanding fashion at 16 Arts) recording the Steve Dore Coming minutes, 29 seconds (a bit slower than a year ago at 16:21). Even was second in 16:47. The Home Benefit Concert. Email Jon at: course record still belongs to David Hunt, set in 2006 at 16:10. (The Bridgton News, 7/21/11) jonathanmdana@gmail.com
Nicolaus Fox ’08 was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester at the University of Vermont. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Kathryn Mitchell ’08 was named to the 2011 spring semester Dean’s List at Simmons College in Boston, MA. Kathryn is a communications major. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Hannah Sawyer ’08, a junior at Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania, was placed on the Dean’s Honor List for outstanding academic achievement in spring 2011. (The Bridgton News 6/16/11) 2009 Jennifer Bertino ’09 was recognized for her inclusion in the University of Maine at Farmington Honors Program. The Honors Program held its third annual spring recognition and awards ceremony to acknowledge the accomplishments of its outstanding student scholars and the exemplary faculty and staff committed to their academic success. The UMF Honors Program provides student participants with the opportunity for increasingly challenging academic work in a supportive environment. Jennifer was named to the University of Maine at Farmington Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton News 5/26/11) (The Bridgton News 7/28/11) Daniel Broyer ’09, Lauren Reeves ‘09 & Jesse Sawin ‘09 were on the University of Maine’s Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Hannah Hill ’09 was named Most Outstanding Pitcher of the tournament after going a perfect 3-0 with a 1.00 ERA. She had a nohitter going until the sixth inning in her first start of the weekend against Manhattan. Hill ended up just giving up one infield single and an unearned run while striking out four in a 2-1 victory over the Jaspers. She followed with a career-best eight-strikeout performance and surrendered just two earned runs in seven innings in a 4-3 win over Lafayette. In the championship game, Hill took the ball and gave up just one run on six hits in another complete-game victory. (Seton Hall Softball News 3/21/11) Cassidy Schwarz ’09 was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, NH. Cassidy is majoring in business administration. (The Bridgton News 8/11/11) Thomas West ’09 was named to the University of Maine at Farmington Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton News 7/28/11) 2010 Lisa Costello ’10 was named to the Dean’s List at St. Joseph’s College of Maine for the spring semester. (The Bridgton News 6/16/11) -89Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
Chelsea Hill ’10 was named to the University of Maine at Farmington Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester. (The Bridgton News 7/28/11) Indigo James ’10 was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2011 semester at the University of Vermont. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Chelsea Kiesman ’10 was named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the spring semester. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Ariel McConkey ’10 Since transferring to Lyndon from Central Maine Community College in January, McConkey has played an important role in the Hornets’ success. The 5-foot-5 Fryeburg native played in all 17 games of the spring semester season, averaging nearly 24 minutes per game. From the field, McConkey connected on 32 percent of her attempts (50-156) while shooting .244 (11-45) from beyond the three-point arc. In addition to hitting her free throw attempts at a .642 clip (61-95), she averaged 3.2 rebounds (54) per contest from the guard position and amassed 23 assists, 36 steals and one blocked shot. In her short tenure with the Hornet women’s basketball program, McConkey has scored a total of 172 points for a per-game average of 10.1. McConkey’s performance and contributions did not go unnoticed for long, especially in North Atlantic Conference play. She was named the Rookie of the Week in the NAC three times throughout the 2010-11 season. For the period ending Sunday, Feb. 20, McConkey averaged 16 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.5 assists as Lyndon split its final two North Atlantic Conference games of the season. Always good to see “Photo Al” Glover-Former She had 24 points; four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in the Hornets’ FA Faculty stopped in to visit Mr. Kelly ‘53-FA’s Alumni Coordinator. 80-64 win over Green Mountain on Tuesday, Feb. 15 before tallying eight points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals in Lyndon’s 81-65 loss to Castleton on Saturday, Feb. 19. Prior to her transfer, McConkey was a member of the highly-successful CMCC women’s basketball program, that finished the season with an overall record 14-12 and a mark of 10-3 in the Yankee Small College Conference. The Mustangs ended their 2010-11 season with a 76-67 loss to Southern Maine Community College in the YSCC title game. A 2010 graduate of Fryeburg Academy, McConkey is enrolled in the General Studies program at Lyndon. In addition to her basketball exploits, she was also the starting second baseman on the Raiders’ 2008 and 2009 Class B State Championship teams and had the game-winning hit in the 2009 title game. Ariel is the daughter of Brett and Stacy McConkey of Fryeburg. (The Bridgton News March 17th, 2011) Adam Shorey ’10 was named to the Dean’s List at Northeastern University for the spring semester. Adam is majoring in chemical engineering. (The Bridgton News 5/26/11) Gabriel Shubert ’10 was named to the Dean’s List at Maine Maritime Academy (Castine) for outstanding academic achievement in the second semester of the 2010-2011 academic year. Gabriel, a member of the Class of 2014, is majoring in Marine Engineering Operations. (The Bridgton News 6/30/11) Former Faculty Major General John W. Libby, Adjutant General, Maine National Guard, former faculty, was a banquet speaker recently at the Maine Masonic College’s second annual convocation, July 17th – July 18th, 2011, in Bangor, Maine. Anyone who has heard General Libby speak knows that he understands “vision” and the need for it in our society and in our lives. He has been a forceful advocate for advancing our state’s military preparedness, dealing with rapidly changing cultural imperatives. General Libby is truly a man with vision that transcends minor daily crises. MMC was pleased to welcome him as their banquet speaker. (The Maine Masonic College Newsletter, Spring 2011)
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IN MEMORIAM
Section by Maria Gomiz Maillett ‘95 (mmaillett@fryeburgacademy.org)
Langdon F. Andrews Jr. ‘42
Langdon F. Andrews Jr. 1942, 86, died peacefully on June 7, 2011, at his home in Pittsfield. He was born in North Fryeburg, the son of the late Langdon Andrews ’11 and Carolyn (Baker) Andrews Sr. After graduating from Fryeburg Academy, he began to attend Gorham Normal School when he was drafted for service in World War II. He proudly served our country in the Army, fighting in Czechoslovakia and Germany in the European Theater and was one week away from participating in the final push for Japan when the surrender occurred. His last military assignment was as part of the peacekeeping force in occupied Japan. He returned home and received his degree in agriculture from the University of Maine at Orono. He married Dorothy Libby ‘44 in 1949 and became a teacher at Waldoboro High School. He left teaching to become a salesperson/manager for Wirthmore Feed Stores as his family grew. He finished his career as a long-time award-winning salesperson for Agway. He was a proud member of the King Solomon’s Lodge 61 A.F. & A.M. in Waldoboro. He is survived by his children, Dale Andrews, Ronda Adams and husband Duke, Suzanne Goucher and husband David, Tammy Ingraham and husband Buddy, Scott Andrews, and Donna Newhouse and husband Brent, all of Pittsfield; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandson, his siblings, Ruth Andrews Porter ‘40 of Quincy, MA, Wilma Andrews Cavanaugh ’47 and husband Jim of Hingham, MA, Paul Andrews ‘51 and wife Jan of Warren, and Beverly Andrews LaPointe ‘49 and husband Richard of Brunswick; his sisters-in-law, Joanne Andrews, of Millis, MA, Arlene Barrow of Lovell, and Jeanene LaCasce ‘53 and husband Jim ‘52 of Dover-Foxcroft . He was predeceased by his loving wife, Dot; and his
brother, Albert Andrews ‘46. Sharon Monson Bisson 1970, 58, of Freeport, passed away peacefully on Aug. 3, 2011 after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Through it all she was an inspiration as a wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was born in North Conway on Sept. 17, 1952, a daughter of Alfred and Beryl (Woodbery) Monson. She grew up in Denmark, and graduated from FA in 1970. Sharon loved the outdoors and enjoyed it in all its seasons, be it hiking, camping, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. She also was an avid reader and loved to bake and cook for her family. She had the gift of hospitality and was happiest when family and friends were around. She will be remembered for her beauty and incredible smile and the care and devotion she had for Norman, Jennifer, and Erica. She was especially proud of her daughters and their accomplishments in being themselves. She was more than a best friend and knew how to take a mother’s love for her daughters one step further. In later years there was the added joy of her three grandchildren. Sharon understood the meaning of unconditional love with her openness, acceptance, support and positive encouragement. Sharon is survived by her husband of 28 years, Norman Bisson of Freeport; her daughter, Jennifer Hodsdon Rivers ‘94 and her husband, Louis, and their daughter, Emily, of Attleboro, MA; her daughter, Erica Hodsdon White ‘95 and her husband, Barry, and their children, Taylor and Colby, of Freeport; her sister, Gloria Monson Douglass ‘66 and her husband, Gilbert, of Bridgton. Sharon Monson Bisson ‘70
Helen Bacon Black 1942, of West Baldwin, passed away on May 8, 2011. She was born in Waltham, MA on Jan. 3, 1925, a daughter of Lewis and Vera Bacon. Helen’s family moved to Hiram in 1936 and she attended Mt. Cutler schools. She graduated from FA in 1942 and Gray’s Business College in Portland in 1944. Helen worked at First Portland National Bank for three years. In 1947, Helen married Henry W. Black ‘43 and moved to Briarcliff Farm in Baldwin. She and Henry ran a highly successful Jersey farm for over 50 years and were extremely active in farm activities throughout Maine and the nation. Mrs. Black accompanied her husband to many political activities during his tenure in the Maine State Senate. Mrs. Black was a member of the Hiram Universalist Church; her grandfather, Rev. Hervey H. Hoyt, was pastor there for many years. She was also a member of an artist’s club, the West Baldwin Grange and the Baldwin Women’s Extension. She was a longtime chairperson of the Extension and meetings were held at her home. Helen remained active in the Fryeburg Fair for decades and served as an assistant in the livestock office. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Henry and a daughter, Valerie J. Ellis ‘67. She is survived by two daughters, Maggie Black ‘69 and Dianne Dunning of West Baldwin; three grandchildren, Aaron Dunning, Rachel Dunning and Davis Ellis. Helen Bacon Black ‘42
Carolyn Burnell Brooks 1955, 73, died Dec. 16, 2010, at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook, surrounded by her husband and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in West Baldwin, on June 6, 1937, a daughter of Percy ‘23 and Olive Stanton Burnell ‘28. She was a graduate of Potter Academy in Sebago. She will be remembered as one of the area’s most beloved musicians. As the anchor to “Carolyn & Friends,” -91Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
she and her husband, Brad, along with many other local musicians, provided musical entertainment and enrichment to many local events and charities for many years. Her other interests included gardening, writing poetry, and spending time with her family. She was a member of Monadnock Congregational Church, a member of the Mohawk Grange and the West Baldwin Grange for more than 50 years, and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. The family includes her husband of 54 years, Bradford Brooks ‘55 of Colebrook; three sons, Clinton Brooks of Colebrook, Stanton Brooks of Peaks Island, and Leland Brooks of Columbia Falls, MT; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law; a brother, Robert Burnell ’50 of Fryeburg; and several nieces and nephews. Sally Danforth Burnell 1957, “Momma, Ma, Nan, and other Nan,” 72, of Fryeburg, passed away with her family by her side Aug. 19, 2011 at the Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice House in Auburn. She was born on Aug. 15, 1939 in Fryeburg, the daughter of the late Norman and Gertrude (Meserve) Danforth. Sally grew up in Brownfield. She was a loving and proud mom and nana to all of her grandchildren, always loved spending time with them and was always there throughout their lives with a helping hand. Sally was also a frequent guest at the Gibson Center where she met up with her friends for lunch. Sally found great comfort in the many friends she met there. She volunteered at the Brownfield Food Pantry. To Sally there was no better place on earth to live than in Fryeburg where she knew most everyone and loved taking her furry pet, Buddy, for rides around town. She made many friends through her work. Over the years, Sally had worked at The State Line Store, Howard Johnson’s, Fandangle’s, Fryeburg House of Pizza and most recently TJ Maxx. She enjoyed working with the public and making new friends. She is predeceased by one son, Wayne Burnell, in 1966. She leaves behind her husband of 46 years, Harvey F. Burnell, of Fryeburg; six daughters, Cynthia Carr and her husband, Scott, of Rochester, Sheila Burnell Tibbetts ‘79 and her husband, Scott, of Fryeburg, Carol Parrillo, of Cranston, RI, Carolyn Burnell Potter ‘86 and her husband, Kirk, of East Conway, Carla Burnell Parrillo ‘90 and her husband, Mike, of North Scituate, RI, and Carmen Sally Danforth Burnell ‘57 Kiernan and her husband, Shawn, of Cranston, RI; one son, Gerald Burnell and his companion, Shelli Boyer, of Zanesville, OH; her grandchildren, Kenneth Carr, Jennifer Tibbetts Leach ‘97, Jerry Burnell ‘07, David Potter, Justin Parrillo, Bethany Parrillo and Darien Kiernan; her great-grandchildren, Emma Carr, Andrew Leach, Dylan Leach and Kaytee Seevers; two sisters, Lorraine Danforth Hoffman ‘56 and her husband, Carl, of North Port, FL, and Peggy Danforth Lewis ‘59 and her husband, Larry, of VanWert, OH, along with several nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. David O. Carlson 1956, 73, of Providence, died peacefully at home on Feb. 22, 2011, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Shirley (Conrad) Carlson for 50 years. He is survived by his children; Debbie of Providence, Richard and his wife Denise Carlson of Pawtucket and Rodney Carlson of Louisiana. David was a 1956 grad of Fryeburg Academy in Maine. In 1956 he joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at England Air Force Base in Alexandria, LA from 1957-1962. In 1988 he moved to RI and joined New England Laborers’ Local #271 where he was nicknamed “Reb”, retiring in 2005. His greatest enjoyment was his grandkids; Derrick Harned and his fiance Cassie, Justin and Brandon Chambliss of Providence, Richard II and his wife Stacy, Christopher, Matthew Carlson of Pawtucket, Rodney Jr. and his wife Kassie, David Jr., Brittney and Chandler Carlson of Louisiana and great-grandkids Jasmine, Richard III, Cayden Carlson, Jordon and Josh. Halbert C. Charles 1945, 84, of Fryeburg died Sept. 9, 2011 at Bridgton Hospital. Halbert was a lifetime resident of Fryeburg. He was born on Oct. 29, 1926 a son of Louis and Nellie McAllister Charles and was educated in Fryeburg schools and graduated from FA in 1945. He served in the Army for two years during World War II. He David O. Carlson ‘56 was employed by Hall & Smith and then later by Forest Industries of Fryeburg as a machinist for 50 years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW 6783. He is survived by his wife, Jean, of 56 years; one son Matthew ‘85; two daughters Shari Charles Smith ’86 of Denmark, and Mary Elizabeth of New York; three sisters Pauline Charles Santa Maria ‘50; Julia Charles Blake ’54, and Ann Charles Nelson ‘61; and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by all. Christopher C. DeRemer 1994, 35, of Pennington, NJ, passed away Saturday at his home, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in San Clemente, CA, Chris was a longtime New Jersey resident. He was a paramedic and had worked for Capital Health Systems, RWJUH in New Brunswick, NJ, and Hamilton, NJ, the Aberdeen Proving Ground Fire Department, and was a volunteer for the East Windsor Rescue Squad District 1. Chris was currently serving with the N.J. Army National Guard (OIF II-III), proudly serving his country and community. He enjoyed boating and
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was currently serving as rear commodore of the Bordentown Yacht Club. Predeceased by his father, Bradley L. DeRemer, his paternal grandfather, Lawrence DeRemer, and his maternal grandparents, Carl and Carmella Haberin, Chris is survived by his best friend, his beloved lab, Elvis; his mother, Barbara DeRemer Zustovich; his sisters, Jennifer L. and Theresa DeRemer ‘05; his brother, Joseph DeRemer ‘14; his paternal grandmother, Betty Marie DeRemer; several aunts, uncles and cousins, and his longtime girlfriend, Erin Fassold. Avis N. Day 1953, 76, of 26 Loon Lane passed away on Sept. 17, 2011, peacefully at her home with her loving husband of 59 years and her children by her side. She was born in Brownfield on Oct. 26, 1934, a loving daughter of Chester and Molly Douglas Day. Avis dedicated her life to raising her family and loved having large family gatherings. In addition to raising her five children, she also helped her husband raise Erma Day, Etta Day, Russell Day and Richard Day. Avis loved working in her flower gardens and planted something special each spring. She also enjoyed cooking, shopping, reading and traveling. She had traveled to Canada, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Branson, Nashville, Hawaii, New York City, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Florida. She especially enjoyed her trips to Marco Island, Boothbay Harbor and Foxwoods Casino with her family. Avis and her husband Bill Christopher C. DeRemer ‘94 spent every Saturday night dancing for many years. She always believed in helping others and never judged anyone. She always made sure her five children were treated equally from dividing up penny candy when they were young, to baking them each apple pie in the fall. As her family grew, her grandchildren also received those pies. Avis was an 18 year survivor of breast cancer. She also suffered from a genetic disease of the lungs called Alpha-One Antitrypsin Deficiency and was involved in a long term study at Mercy Hospital in Portland. She was predeceased by her parents, Chester and Molly Day; sisters, Ruby Day, Arlene Day and Gloria Babb, brothers, Walter Day, Albert Day and Roger Day; and one granddaughter, Angela Day. Surviving are her loving husband William Day Sr. of Porter; four daughters, Laura Lovejoy and husband Philip of Parsonsfield, Jacqueline Grover and husband Terry of Porter, Deborah Reed and husband James of Denmark, Cynthia Deshaies and husband Ronald of Porter, her son, William Day Jr. of Porter and Kathryn Day of Hiram; nine grandchildren, Melissa Smith and fiancé Patrick Zulick, Cory Dale and wife Megan, Scott Day and wife Nicholetta, Brent Day and wife Diane, Brian Day and wife Emily, Amanda Cooper and husband Kevin, Andrew Moore and companion Betsey Snyder, Jennifer Park and husband Andrew and Jason Deshaies and wife Katie; 20 great-grandchildren, Chandler and Chelsea Smith, Kaitlyn and Kyle Day, Gabriel and Camryn Dale, Logan and Madison Day, Amara Parker, Kylie and Kyra Day, Keegan Day, Amelia Moore, Colby, Caden and Cameron Cooper, Haley and Bode Park and Bryce and Riley Deshaies; one sister, Bertha Miller of Fryeburg, a sister-in-law, Eva Day of Brownfield; her very dear friend, Jim Foley of Porter; and many loving nieces and nephews. Avis was a very special wife, Mom, Nana and Great Grammy and will always have a special place within the hearts of her loving family. Paulina Derby 1966, of Worcester, MA, and formally of North Fryeburg, had many friends as a member of the Fryeburg Academy Class of ’66 and took special joy there studying French and piano and participating in a Bible study. She later studied at Smith College and at Gordon College. Paulina was a librarian and bank teller in Framingham, MA. She was the daughter of Rev. Marvin L. Derby and Mrs. Elizabeth G. Derby. She has one brother, Thomas L. Derby, who has lived in North Fryeburg and Lewiston and now resides with his wife Nancy Derby in Newtown Square, PA. After a long illness Paulina died in Worcester, MA, on September 21, 2011. She is survived by brother Thomas, sister-inlaw Nancy, and extended family. Clyde Hill Eastman 1950, died peacefully on August 23, 2011, at the age of 79. Born and raised in Fryeburg, he lived in Sonoma County for the last twenty one years, first in Cloverdale and Healdsburg and then for the final thirteen years in Sebastopol. A graduate of Fryeburg Academy, Clyde received his Bachelor’s degree from Bates College, his Master’s from Columbia University and his Doctorate in Education from the State University of New York at Albany. He became an Paulina Grace Derby ‘66 English teacher then a guidance counselor in upper New York State, primarily in the Guilderland Central School District where he worked for thirty years. For more than a decade, from 1973 to 1984, Clyde and his second wife, Zita, attempted to live a largely self-sufficient life on a 100 year old farm in Rensselaerville, NY. There they grew vegetables, tapped maple trees for syrup, and raised chickens and goats for eggs and milk. In 1987 Clyde retired, jumped into a VW camper with his wife and travelled the west coast for six months seeking a (warm) place to retire. They ended up in Northern California in 1989 living in Monterey before settling permanently in Sonoma County. Clyde was a lifelong, avid outdoorsman, the kind of man who feels more comfortable outside than in. He loved to run, ski, bike and back pack and wrote his PhD dissertation on the benefits to children of time spent outdoors. He was a campground host in Alaska, hiked the entire Appalachian Trail at the age of 63, and ran fifty miles on his fiftieth birthday. Shortly before his
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death Clyde self-published “Hopalong Cassidy: Creation of a Western Hero”. The book was a 25 year writing project which focused on the life of Clarence Milford author of the original Hopalong Cassidy novels and a Fryeburg acquaintance of Clyde’s father, Harry Eastman ’21. Clyde loved music and studied the guitar for most of his adult life. He loved to play poker and played in his weekly game at the Sebastopol Senior Center the day before he died. Clyde is survived by his wife of 38 years, Zita; four children from his first marriage, Philip, Peter, Carolyn and Glenn; two brothers, Conrad Eastman ‘48 and Steve Eastman ‘62; one sister, Diane Eastman Powell ’53; two stepchildren, Alison and Christopher; seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild. David W. Ellis 1941, 87, of Marshfield, passed away July 25, 2011. Born in Willimantic, CT, and a longtime resident of Marshfield, he was the husband of the late Lucy. E. (Lu) Ellis, his loving wife of more than 50 years. Together, they founded the Marshfield Food Pantry out of the kitchen of the Marshfield Methodist Church. The Food Pantry continues to serve the Marshfield community. He was preceded in death by his sister, Caroline D. Ellis of Marshfield; and by his parents, Benjamin Ward Ellis and Sara Josephine Ellis, also of Marshfield. He is survived by his son, David T. Ellis of Provincetown; and daughter, Kathlyn G. Ellis of Mallorca, Spain. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Sara Ellis Cardona and Paloma Ellis Gomez of Dallas and Matthew Ellis of Santa Fe, NM, and Andrew Ellis of Manchester, NH. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren. Mr. Ellis or “Dave” as he was known to his friends, was born Jan. 20, 1924, and spent his early childhood years living in Storrs, CT, where his father was employed by the Univ. of CT Agricultural Extension Service. At age 13, the family moved to California, traveling by steamer through the Panama Canal and up to San Francisco where his father taught at UC Berkeley. Following their stay in Berkeley, the family moved back to Marshfield where his father turned to farming, built a bog and started a cranberry growing enterprise. Mr. Ellis attended FA and graduated from Tabor Academy in MA. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University he married Lucy Goldsmith in Baltimore and shortly thereafter, moved to Marshfield. “Lu”, as her friends knew her, started the first kindergarten in Marshfield in the Trinity Episcopal Church hall and later, ran it in their home on Webster St. She continued to teach kindergarten and elementary grades for the Duxbury Public Schools. Dave worked for Retail Credit Company in Brockton and later for Massachusetts Casualty Insurance Co. in Boston. While raising a family, they were always active in church and community. Dave served on various town committees including the Marshfield School Building Committee in the 1960s. At home, he was often recruited as a “4th” when “Lu” had the bridge club over, they both enjoyed painting and sketching and Dave was very talented in drawing and watercolor painting. He enjoyed reading; long drives, classical music, the ocean and what seemed to us the endless “Zen” activity of mowing the ever growing lawn of his home on his rideon mower. In later years after “Lu” passed away, he enjoyed the camaraderie of a group of “mature” gentlemen, affectionately known as “The Old Goats” that met on Fridays at a local restaurant to “chat n’ chew”. He was a true gentleman, generous, loving to his family, a tireless caregiver to his wife and he loved and served the community he lived in. The family would especially like to thank the caring community at Allerton House in Hingham where Dave lived for the last five years and to the nurses and the incredibly compassionate staff at Renaissance Gardens Linden Ponds in Hingham for the care and dignity they provided to him and support to the family during such a difficult time. It is impossible to sum up a person’s life in a few paragraphs, but the words that have been repeated by so many expressing their sympathy as well as our own feeling is that David W. Ellis was a true gentleman, as true as one could ever find. Philip T. Gilman 1962, 67, died on June 27, 2011, after suffering for years from Parkinson’s disease. Born in North Conway, NH, on Feb. 29, 1944, Philip was the son of the late George Gordon and Ruth Hanscom Gilman ‘34. He was a graduate of Fryeburg Academy, attended the University of Maine, Orono, and served in the Army Reserve. He grew up in Stow, and lived for several years each in Montana, Colorado and Minnesota. In 1993, he returned to Maine, where he resided until he passed away. An avid reader and movie buff, Philip also enjoyed hiking and jogging. His surviving loved ones will remember him for his remarkable mind and his keen knowledge of history. But even more, he will be remembered for his creativity, his sense of humor, and for the humble and gracious manner in which he lived his life. Philip was predeceased by an infant brother, John G. Gilman. He is survived by his wife, Melinda (McGraw), of 11 years; one stepson, Deegan Shi; a sister, Emily Ann Gilman Stocker ‘66, and her husband, Richard Stocker, of Augusta; one nephew, Nathan Stocker; two nieces, Joanna Stocker and Elizabeth (Stocker) Hake and her husband, Jesse Hake; a grand-niece and a grand-nephew. Philip T. Gilman ‘62
Judith Mulherin Goss 1962, 67, of Eaton Road, Eaton, died June 1, 2011 at her summer home on Kimball Pond. She was born February 16, 1944 in Bridgton, a daughter of Pete and Miriam Gould Mulherin ‘45 and attended local schools and Gorham State Teacher’s College. She taught elementary and middle school in the Mount Washington Valley for 33 years, retiring from Pine Tree Elementary School in 1999. Her very active retirement years included hosting the local cable show “Remember When” and serving as president of the local chapter of Dollars for Scholars. She is survived by her parents Pete and Miriam Gould Mulherin ‘45; her husband Fred; her daughter Jackie and grandson Ben; her sisters Bette Mulherin Tibbetts ‘68, Dottie Mulherin Johnson ‘70, Alice Mulherin Smith ‘77 and brother Paul Mulherin ‘76; as well as many nieces and nephews. Judith Mulherin Goss ‘62
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Marcia Bell Ingraham 1941, 89, of Lovell, Maine, died September 22, 2011 at the Gorham House, Gorham Maine. She was born in Fryeburg, a daughter of Merton and May Charles Bell’ 21 and was educated in Fryeburg schools. She was a member of the Fryeburg Lovell VFW Auxiliary and a past president. She was member of Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed music and loved to dance. She enjoyed watching the birds, playing cribbage and her gardening. Marcia was a very hard worker all her life. She was predeceased by her husbands, Merwin Hurd ‘39 and George Ingraham, three sons, Merwin Jr, Norman G. ’64 and Colin ‘64, and two brothers Owen Bell and Paul Bell. She is survived by two sons Jeffery ’68 and his wife Elizabeth Hurd of Harpswell and Herbert ’73 and his wife, Pamela Hurd, of Buxton, one daughter, Lynn Hurd ’71 of Lovell, three brothers Robert Bell of Vergennes, VT; Gerald Bell of Windham and Wayne Bell of Conway, seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Bernice Clemons Johnson 1937, 94, of Hiram, died on Aug. 9, 2011 at the Gorham House. She was born in Hiram on June 13, 1917 a daughter of John and Lena Rankin Clemons. She worked as a waitress in a local Fryeburg restaurant for several years as a young woman. She also lived and worked as a waitress in Brattleboro, VT, and that is where she met and married her first husband, Ronald L. Breslin. They started a family and she eventually came back to Maine where she was a homemaker while her children were young. Later, she worked at the Cornish Dress Shop for many years and ultimately retired from there. She married Samuel E. Johnson after the death of her first husband. Bernice enjoyed playing cards and going to bingo, but above all, she loved spending time with her loving family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Ronald Breslin Sr.; her second husband, Samuel Johnson; her son, Michael J. Breslin ‘57; a stepdaughter, Ahna Johnson Ayasse ‘55; five brothers, Lloyd Clemons, Roland Clemons ’30, Roy Sargent, Earl Sargent and Carl Sargent; and four sisters, Eleanor Clemons Kenny ‘40, Lucille Clemons Dearborn ‘52 and Doris Woodbrey and Eleanor Burnell. Surviving are two sons, Delmar L. Breslin, of Hiram, and Ronald L. Breslin Jr. and wife, Jan, of Hiram; a daughter, Lois C. Breslin Cucco ‘56 and husband, Luigi, of Standish; a brother, Paul Sargent ‘46 and wife, Louise, of Cornish; a sister, Carolyn Clemons Walker ‘56, of Bridgton; a daughter-in-law, Rebecca Breslin, of Ashland, MA; a sister-in-law, Sadie Clemons, of Hiram; many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Priscilla Bassett Johnstone 1947 passed away Sept. 16, 2011, in her home, with her loving family at her side. Priscilla was born March 8, 1929, in Lovell, daughter of Jack and Edna Bassett, and was the wife of Russell E Johnstone. She graduated from Fryeburg Academy, was a member of Lovell United Church of Christ and Ladies Auxiliary. She worked for the U.S. Postal Service, Center Lovell, becoming postmaster - a position she held until her retirement. Priscilla was a loving and supportive wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She was a generous and strong woman with a wonderful sense of humor. She is survived by her son, Russell Johnstone Jr. ’71 and wife, Roberta “B.J.,” of Old Town; daughters, Jill Johnstone-Jutras ‘72 and husband, David, of Poland, Jayne Johnstone Libbey ’73 and husband, Dennis, of Bangor, and Jacalyn Johnstone Fearon ‘82 and husband, Paul, of Gorham; sister, Beryl Bassett Hull ‘45 of Braintree, MA; brothers, Jack Bassett ‘54 and wife, Beverly Smith Bassett ‘57, of Lovell, and Walter Bassett ‘63; grandchildren, Jenny (Johnstone) Murphy and husband, John, Jessica Libbey, Bethany (Johnstone) Tocci and husband, Michael, and Justin Libbey; great-grandchildren, Patrick Murphy, Jack Murphy, Ryan Murphy and Charlie Tocci; nieces, Brenda Bassett Cookingham ’78 and her husband, Russell, and Marlane Bassett ’82; and nephew, Bruce Bassett. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Russell Priscilla Bassett Johnstone ‘47 Johnstone; and sister, Beverly Mackay. Robert L. Jones 1956, 75, of Ormond Beach, FL, died on June 8, 2011, at Shand’s Medical Center at the University of Florida in Gainesville, with his family at his side. Bob was born March 5, 1936, on River Street in Bartlett, the son of the Robert J. and Arline (Bergeron) Jones, also of Bartlett. Bob graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1956 and loved being a Raider. He excelled in sports on both the basketball court and in track and field. He scored the first basket ever in the famed Gibson Gym. In track, Bob set several school records and also set the record for most points scored by an individual in an Oxford County track meet. He was recently elected to the Academy’s Hall of Excellence for his athletic accomplishments, and he will be inducted posthumously in October. Upon graduation from Fryeburg Academy, Bob accepted a track scholarship to the University of Illinois. Once there he learned that the school had too many athletes and not enough scholarships. Due to the unluck of the draw, Bob’s college experience ended all too abruptly. That led to another career path with a brief stop in Memphis, TN where he worked at Graceland with Elvis. Yes, that Elvis! Nine months later Bob joined the U.S. Air Force where he proudly served his country, working as a fireman until his retirement in 1978 when he returned home to what he fondly called “God’s country,” Bartlett, NH. A staunch believer in community service, Bob Robert L. Jones ‘56 was the town fire chief for a number of years and also served on the town’s conservation commission and planning board. Bob was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy in 1982 and received a heart transplant in 1984. He was the first patient in the world to be put on the now popular cyclosporine anti-rejection drug. Until his passing Bob was the second longest surviving heart transplant in the United States. 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good story. He started many a story with, “Did you hear the one about?” Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Elizabeth (Tarner) Jones, of Ormond Beach; their two children, daughter Arlene and her husband, Bryan Samartino, of Ormond Beach; a son, Lloyd and his wife, Lynn, of Bartlett; a grandson, Anthony Samartino, of Ormond Beach; and his brother and sister, Richard Jones ‘58 and Lorraine Jones, both of Bartlett. Pauline Gillchrest Layne 1949, 78, of Stow, passed away Feb. 25, 2011. She was born in South Waterboro, March 14, 1932 to Wendell B. and Ruth E. (Berry) Gillchrest, moving to Stow with her mother and stepfather, Armand Pepin in 1945. She graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1949. Pauline was more than a mom, she was a best friend and playmate that loved to have her family near her, playing board games, going for rides (moose looking) yard sales, bookstores, watching old movies and most of all holiday get-togethers. She instilled in her children the love of reading and her quick wit. Pauline is survived by her brother L.T.C. Armand O. Pepin Jr., (USA/Ret.) and his wife ,Kathleen, of Columbia, MD; her five children, who were by her side when she died, Cynthia Layne ‘69 and her husband, Lawrence W. Butters Jr. ‘74, of Stow; Lisa Layne ‘73, of Stow, Suzanne and her husband, Robert Evans, of Marble, CO, James W. Layne Jr., of Freedom, Sandra ’80 and her husband, Nathan Greenleaf, of Fryeburg; her grandchildren, Stephen J. Hutchins ‘96 and his family, of Parsonsfield, Emily Micolo Layne ‘11, of Stow, and Bowen Greenleaf. Joseph D. Littlefield 1943, 86, of High Rock Lane, Ogunquit, died peacefully on Sept. 6, 2011, at his home in the loving care of his family. Joe was born on Jan. 2, 1925, in Newburyport, MA, the Pauline Gillchrest Layne ‘49 son of Joseph P. and Amanda (Guptil) Littlefield, and lived his whole life in Ogunquit. He graduated from Fryeburg Academy and at 17 years of age, enlisted in the U.S. Navy to proudly serve his country during World War II. Upon his return, he earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Bowdoin College, class of 1950. Always devoted to his family, Joe returned to Ogunquit after graduation to help run the family businesses, which included The High Rock Hotel. In 1983, he married Marcella (Smith) Clancy. Joe was a loving husband and a devoted father and grandfather to their children and grandchildren and they had many happy years together. In 2010, Joe was honored for his philanthropy and was chosen Ogunquit’s Citizen of the Year for his many contributions to the community, most notably the gift of Beach Plum Farm, a 23-acre parcel of land overlooking the Ogunquit River, to the Great Works Land Trust. Joe was a successful businessman but will most be remembered for the kindness, generosity and love given to his family and friends and for the quiet way he lived his life. Survivors include his loving wife of 28 years, Marcy Littlefield; his children, Michael J. Clancy and his wife, Suzanne, of Mattapoisett, MA, and their children Cayla, Erica and Michael Jr., Sheila A. Clancy of Ogunquit, Martha F. Clancy of East Greenwich, RI, Moira Clancy of Bluffton, SC, Christina C. Bonvouloir and her husband John of Kenilworth, IL, and their children Joseph and Elizabeth; and nephews, Philip Bissonette and his wife Ally of East Bridgewater, MA, and Dana Bissonette of Greenland, NH. He was predeceased by his sister, Nancy Bissonette ‘48. Leita Monroe Lucas 1951, 77, of Connecticut, beloved wife of Barrett R. Lucas, died May 15, 2011, in Simsbury, CT. She was born July 7, 1933 in East Conway, a daughter of the late Ernest James and Lillian Smith Monroe ’28 and had lived in Enfield prior to moving to West Simsbury, 47 years ago. Lucas was a real estate Agent for Henry J. Bahre Real Estate in Canton, CT for many years and was a member of the Simsbury 58 Club. Besides her loving husband of 42 years, she is survived by her step-daughter and step-son-in-law, Dana L. and Thomas M. Mocko, of Marlborough, CT and three step-grandchildren, Ross, Courtney and Scott.
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Richard “Dick” Elden Melrose 1946, 85, formally of Fryeburg, passed away peacefully at the Maine Veteran’s Home in South Paris, Sunday, July 3, 2011. He was born in East Stoneham, a son of Merdock and Enid McAllister Melrose ‘38. He attended local schools and lived all his life in Fryeburg. He had his own logging business and then became a master electrician for Maine and New Hampshire. He served in the U.S. Air force and then became a Merchant Marine. His wife, Carrie Harriman Melrose ‘46, died Dec. 30, 1999. He is survived by his son, Roger McFarland ‘71; two grandsons, Chris McFarland ’95 and his wife, Kim, and Thomas McFarland ‘05; and, two great-granddaughters, Jordon and Emma.
Donald A. Mills 1973, 56, of Denmark, passed away on August 10, 2011, following a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. Donald was born on Feb. 6, 1955, in Brownfield, to Carl and Norma Mills. He attended Brownfield schools and graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1973. In April of 1974, Donald was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Margaret McLeod Mills ‘73. This past April, they celebrated their 37th year of marriage. Early in his career, Donald was employed with J.V. Components in their Research and Development department. He then went on to become a skilled carpenter and worked as a self-employed contractor for more than 20 years. Donald was well-known in the area for being an adept roofer and built a number of homes, -96Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
including the house that his son, Ben, and his family reside in today. For the last decade, Donald worked as a postal carrier in the Sebago/Fryeburg region, most recently having his own postal contract for the East Fryeburg/Chatham area. Donald was an avid NASCAR fan and could often be found “enthusiastically” cheering/yelling at his favorite drivers on TV. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed four-wheeling and ice-fishing. Donald’s home became a true hobby over the years; in the early 1990s, Donald, alongside his wife and two sons, worked diligently over a three-year period to completely renovate their historic family farmhouse, preserving it for the seventh generation. Most recently, Donald completed a remodel of the property’s barn. Each morning, Donald could always be found at Jimbob’s Store in Denmark, sharing a cup of coffee with his Denmark crew, deliberating the Town’s politics and local happenings. Every Tuesday, it was boys’ night out in Brownfield, where Donald and his close friends would gather to share a few drinks and a home cooked meal that they would all prepare. Donald’s friends were very important to him and brought him great joy, comfort, and support, throughout his illness. Above all else, Donald was a family man. His love, commitment, and dedication to his family was unparalleled, particularly the special bond he shared with his grandchildren. In 2009, Donald became a “Grumpy” with the birth of his first grandchild, Adalyn. The birth of his second grandchild, Jacob, followed, in April 2010. Donald is survived by his wife of 37 Donald A. Mills ‘73 years, Margaret; son, Bennett Mills ‘95, his wife, Jaime, and their daughter, Adalyn, of Fryeburg, ME; son, Nicholas Mills ‘98, his wife, Marcie, and their son, Jacob, of Charlotte, NC; father, Carl Mills, brother, Philip Mills ‘68, and sister, Lorraine Mills Crossley ‘72, all of Brownfield; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Donald was preceded in death by his mother, Norma, and brother, Stanley. Susan Elwell Pinkham 1970, 58, passed away on June 1, 2011, in Florida, after a short illness. She was born in Maine on Aug. 7, 1952, the daughter of Lucille Townsend Howe who currently resides in Brunswick, and the late Ralph Sidney Elwell who passed away in 1983. Susan attended Buxton schools and graduated from Fryeburg Academy. For 28 years, Susan was an employee of UNUM and was most recently a supervisor of short-term disability benefits. Susan enjoyed singing karaoke - especially the music of Patsy Cline, quilting and was also an enthusiastic gardener. She was predeceased by her brothers, Donovan K. Elwell who died in Vietnam in 1967, and Norman F. Elwell who died in 1975. Susan is survived by her husband, Carroll ‘Mac’ McLaskey ‘61 of Merritt Island, FL; sisters, Betsey Roman and her husband Steven of Gray, Marie Burnham- Gillespie and her husband Dennis of Brunswick, Barbara McLaskey of Melbourne, FL, and Judith Bergeron of Sanford; half sister, Lucille Barnhardt of Buxton; a longtime friend, Clara ‘Geri’ Coulston of Scarborough; several nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and nephews; and her Yorkshire Terrier, Zoe. Donald C. Rogers Jr. 1967, 62, died peacefully on April 26, 2011, at the American Lake Veterans’ facility in Tacoma, WA. He was the beloved son of Donald C. Rogers Sr. of Naples and Edith Porter of Rose Hill, MS. Mr. Rogers attended Fryeburg Academy from 1963-1966, followed by service in the Army from 1967 to 1970. He served in Vietnam from 1968-1969. After his military service, he travelled extensively around the country working various jobs in machinery and fruit tree farming. He came to love the Northwest, and settled in Washington State where he continued to work managing orchards and grounds keeping. Among his hobbies were gun collecting and restoring cars, and he was a familiar face at area trade shows. He also enjoyed exploring the Northwest forests, practicing his skills as a survivalist. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and Words of Peace International. He is survived by his sisters, Carol Rogers Mumme ’66 of Washington, Nancy Rogers ‘ 69 of Massachusetts, and brothers, Gregory and Dana Rogers from Naples. He is also survived by a niece, Lauren Brunelle, and three nephews, Justin Brunelle, Jason Mumme and Chris Mumme. Robert “Robbie” C. Sanderson 1981, 48, of Winder, GA, passed away suddenly on June 24, 2011. The son of Robert L. Sanderson and the late Jean C. Sanderson, of Fryeburg, he grew up in his hometown of Fryeburg and joined the Marines after graduating from Fryeburg Academy. After his discharge from the service he returned home to work for Main Gas. He eventually moved to a warmer climate for 15 years and worked for Amerigas. He was a hard worker and a dedicated and loving father and companion. Some of the things he enjoyed in his lifetime included being a Marine, scuba diving and most of all spending time with his boys. He is survived by his father, Robert Sanderson-FA Transportation, and his step mother, Cammy, of Fryeburg; his life-long companion, Jennifer Adams and two sons Ian and Asher, all of Winder, GA; stepsister, Stephanie Miller and family, of Conway; stepbrother, Stephen Carey, and family, of Greenfield; uncle, Norman Sanderson, of Bridgton; and several cousins. Alton W. Seavey 1947, 82, beloved husband of Marie Hurter Seavey, of Trumbull, CT, died May 11, 2011, in St. Vincent’s Medical Center. Mr. Seavey was born in North Conway to the late Alton W. Seavey Sr. and Helen C. Seavey. He attended Keene Teachers College in Keene. He enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1948 and served 27 months in Korea with the 5th Air Force, after which he attended the University of New Hampshire. Mr. Seavey was employed by the General Electric Co. in Bridgeport, CT for 12 years in engineering and management positions and four years as a sales development representative with the U.S. Rubber Co. in Naugatuck, CT. In 1967 he co-
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founded Plastech Corporation in Beacon Falls, which moved to Branford, CT in 1979. He was its president from 1991 until it was sold in 1999. A lifelong interest in skiing starting in 1940 included ski patrolman, amateur instructor, downhill and slalom racing and, for many years, a ski writer for the Bridgeport Post. He was a past president of the Sterling Ski Club in Stratford, CT. Mr. Seavey was active in local churches, serving as business chairman and treasurer of Park Street Congregational Church until its merger into Unity Hill United Church of Christ in 1988 where he served several years as Church Moderator. Mr. Seavey was very involved in the Society of Plastics Engineer and was president to the Connecticut chapter in 1968 and served for 15 years on the International Executive Committee and as the Connecticut council representative. In 1995 he was elected to honored service member of the society. Survivors include his wife, Marie, of Trumbull; one daughter Karin C. Murphy and her husband, Daniel, of Alpharetta, GA; and three grandchildren, Kyle Murphy, Cates Murphy and Meghan Murphy, all of Alpharetta. Mr. Seavey was predeceased by a son, Keith B. Seavey and a brother, Bernard Seavey ‘48. Louise Davis Stone 1949, 79, died on March 22, 2011. Louise was the oldest daughter of the late Collis Davis and Billie Davis of Alton W. Seavey ‘47 Hampton, VA. She was born January 3, 1932 in Hampton, VA. She graduated from Colby College, 1953, and attended the New York School of Social Work; Columbia University for a year of graduate work, then went on to a career in advertising, publication production, editing, and writing. After serving as Director to the North Carolina Department of Labor, Publications Division, she retired and has worked on art projects for nonprofit art groups. Louise is survived by her ex-husband, Chuck Stone, Emeritus Professor of Journalism, University of North Carolina and former Philadelphia Daily News Columnist; daughters, Krishna Stone, Allegra Stone, son, Charles S. Stone III and grandchild, Parade Diosa Stone; sisters, Thulani Davis, Jennie Davis Brown ‘51, and a brother, Collis H. Davis Jr. ‘Ruth’ Bernice Sargent Thomas 1940, of Charles Road, passed away on Sept. 6, 2011, at Southridge Living and Rehabilitation Center in Biddeford. She was born in Standish on March 4, 1921, the daughter of the late George and Phoebe (Peters) Sargent. She grew up in Hiram and attended Fryeburg Louise Davis Stone ‘49 Academy. She was a homemaker who was dedicated to raising and caring for her family. Ruth enjoyed cooking, dining out, and attending North Saco Church activities. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, ‘Tom’ Oramel Thomas Sr. in 2001; and siblings, Forrest, Harvey, George Jr., Helene, June and Edna. Ruth leaves behind her children, Orrie Thomas Jr. of Saco, Steve Thomas of Florida, and Raymond Libby of Medford; five grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Adam F. Towne 1979, 50, of Portland, passed away on August 3, 2011, at the Barron Center. He was born in Lewiston on May 23, 1961 the son of Bradford and Patricia Morrill Towne. He attended Oxford Hills High School until his sophomore year when he moved to Fryeburg Academy and graduated in the Class of 1979. He served in the U. S. Navy from 1980 to 1984 as a meteorologist. He worked for various local companies including A. C. Lawrence, Co. and Oxford Marking Products. He moved to Portland in 1991 and attended the University of Southern Maine graduating with a degree in History and Political Science in 1995. He worked for various companies in Portland. From 2003 to 2010 he traveled to 35 countries and took thousands of photographs; he had a huge interest in photography. He is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Michelle Lebietz of Portland; his brother, Nathan of Norway; and several cousins, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his parents. Adam P. Towne ‘79
Adam Towne ‘79 at FA
Francis H. Vail III 1966, 62, of East Stoneham, died April 1, 2011 at Central Maine Medical Center. He was born in Rumford, April 27, 1948, the son of Francis H. and Eloise M. (Perkins) Vail, Jr. He started school in Newry, then attended the East Stoneham Elementary School, Fryeburg Academy, and graduated from Oxford Hills High School. He then graduated from Wright State University in Ohio. He worked as a rehabilitation counselor for the Department of Human Services in the Oxford Hills area, in the food stamp office in Rumford, and for approximately 15 years owned the East Stoneham Country Store. He was a former president of Oxford County Community Services and was instrumental in starting the Oxford Rehabilitation Center. He enjoyed woodworking, his worm farm, minerals, birds, gardening, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, computers, telling tall tales and practical jokes. Family, his sisters, nieces and nephews meant everything to him. Survivors include his sisters, Bonita Vail Taylor ’65 and Martha Vail Littlefield ‘70 and her -98Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine 04037, (207) 935-2001 x 3137, www.fryeburgacademy.org, e-mail-alumni@fryeburgacademy.org
husband, Neal, all of Stoneham; nieces and nephews, Doreen Carpenter, Richard Wentworth ‘86, Lee Rugg, Chris Littlefield ‘91 and Valerie Barker; eight grandnieces, five grandnephews, and three great-grandnieces. David Hartford Ward 1976, 73, of Pequawket Trail, died peacefully at his home on July 2, 2011, with loving family members by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in this very same home on Oct. 3, 1937, the son of Harry F. and Ida Spencer Ward. He attended local schools and graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1956. He married Joanne Stuart of Hiram in 1959. David was self employed in the excavation business for many years. During that same time, he owned and operated Ward’s Garage and gas station. In the early 1980s, he owned and operated a tractor trailer truck and was a long-distance truck driver for 10 years, going to every state east of the Mississippi River. He later was employed as a truck driver for Hannaford, retiring in 2003. He truly loved cutting and splitting wood and became known as the ‘Wood Guy’ in Baldwin, as he was his happiest when working in that woodpile. He was also known for selling Christmas trees and wreaths each holiday season from his home. David proudly served in the U.S. Army Reserves as an M.P. for many years. He was a member of the West Baldwin Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Baldwin Historical Society and had an interest in the Civil War era. He owned and drove a stock car at Beech Ridge Speedway. He liked feeding his wild birds and had a great love of animals, both his own pets and others as well. David was an avid Red Sox fan and especially liked ‘Big Papi.’ He truly loved family get-togethers and barbecues, especially the eating. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Michael Ward; a nephew, Robert Ward; and a cousin, Carolyn Burnell Brooks ‘55. Surviving are his beloved wife of 52 years, Joanne Ward; two daughters, Tracy Ward-Batchelder and her partner Adam Blanchette of West Baldwin, and Susan Gagnon and her husband Patrick of Litchfield; a brother, Lyndon Ward ’47 of West Baldwin; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Briana N. Whitehead 2008, 21, of Lovell, and Ossipee, NH, passed away on March 24, 2011. She attended Job Corps in Bangor, after graduation, where she earned her certified nursing assistant license, an accomplishment of which she was so proud. She loved movies, music, being with friends and family, and traveling with her beloved grandparents. She went on many, many trips and outings with her grandparents but most recently had returned from a three-month trip to Alaska. She had many challenges in life but until very recently, she had a joy for life, a “bubbly” personality, and a laugh and a smile that lit up the room. She leaves behind with tremendous sadness, her parents, Kristen and Michael Burke, her sister Madison, and brother Zach Burke ‘10, all of Lovell; her grandparents, Mark and Kathleen Whitehead of Ossipee, NH; her uncle Kevin Whitehead and his wife Jessie of Londonderry, NH; her uncle Adam Whitehead and his friend Anita of Effingham, NH; cousin Betty Sherwood of Wolfeboro, NH; and numerous cousins. Paul A. Whitney 1962, 67, of Dade City, FL, and formerly of Fryeburg and Conway, NH, died April 9, 2011 at The Florida Hospital in Zephyrhills, FL. Paul was born in Fryeburg on Feb. Briana N. Whitehead ‘08 10, 1944, the son of Arlington and Nellie (Smith) Whitney. He attended Fryeburg Elementary and graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1962. Paul married Dorothy Pierce on June 23, 1962. He was currently employed with the Pasco County Sheriff’s Department as a Traffic Control Officer. Before moving to Florida, Paul worked for Forest Industries for 25 years. He also worked for Fryeburg Academy and drove a school bus for Laidlaw. Paul was preceded in death by his parents and sister Brenda. Paul is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy; his son, Stephen ‘82 of Bridgton; his daughter, Selena Whitney Craw ‘83 of Washburn; his son, Shawn ‘89 of Little Rock, AR; 12 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Clyde E. Woodward 1951, 79, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on November 14, 2010 after a long illness. He was born on November 3, 1931 in Bridgton, the son of Erwin and Doris (Pendexter) Woodward. Clyde was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars and retired from the U.S. Marine Paul A. Whitney ‘62 Corps as a Motor Transport Maintenance Chief after 23 ½ years of faithful service. Clyde was a hard worker, and after retiring from the military he worked for several companies in security, maintenance and management. He was an avid gardener and especially loved growing his tomatoes. When he wasn’t working on projects around the house, he loved watching sports, the Fox news channel, and westerns. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Walda Woodward ‘54. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Nancy Woodward of Jacksonville, FL; two daughters, Debbie Woodward-Bangs and her husband George of Parsonsfield, and Jennifer Holmes and her husband Richard of Jacksonville, FL; three sons, David Woodward and his wife Sabrina of North East, MD, Dennis Woodward of Tillman, SC, and Ross Woodward of Jacksonville, FL; sisters, Agnes Woodward Hayford ‘51 of Winthrop, ME, and Mareen Woodward-Steiner ’56 of Shelburne Falls, MA; brother, Charles Woodward of S. 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Irene Kenerson Yoder 1941 of Lovell, and Riverview, FL, passed away on July 13, 2011 at her much loved home on Kezar Lake. She was born on November 30, 1922 in Fryeburg, oldest daughter of Percival 1916 and Arolin 1916 (Jewett) Kenerson, and was a graduate of Fryeburg Academy. After graduation, Irene volunteered for three years of service in the Navy WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service), a World War II division of the United States Navy. Irene was predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Orville (Slim) Yoder. After their marriage in the Fryeburg First Congregational Church, they were co-owners of the Jockey Cap Store and Cabins with Irene’s father, Percival. Spending most of her married life in Towanda, PA, Irene never lost touch with her family roots in Fryeburg. She remained an active member of the Fryeburg Chapter of DAR, Eastern Star, and the historical societies of Irene Kenerson Yoder ‘41 at FA’s Florida Event-March 2010 Fryeburg and Lovell. She was also a charter member of the Women in Military Service Memorial Foundation and a permanent member of Irene Kenerson Yoder ‘41 the WAVES National organization. In 1986 Irene made Maine her permanent home once again. She is survived by her siblings, Robert Kenerson ‘47 of Fryeburg; Paul Kenerson ‘54 of Jacksonville, FL; Beverly Kenerson Bartlett ’58 and her husband Hugh of Windham; her sons Kenneth Yoder ‘67 and his wife Lynn of Charlotte, NC and Bryan Yoder and his wife Linda of Greenville, NC; her daughter Zoe Yoder Trautman and her husband George of Burke, VA.; her grandchildren Jason Yoder and his wife Mary of Folsom, PA; Holly Yoder Webdale and her husband Craig of Charlotte, NC; Michael Trautman and Kat Trautman of Burke, VA; and four great-grandchildren: Emily Yoder, Katie Yoder, Sadie Webdale and Noah Webdale.
Marion Lowe York ‘47
Marion Lowe York 1947, 81, of Brownfield, died July 14, 2011, at Fryeburg Health Care Center. She was born in Boston, MA, a daughter of Charles and Dorothy Monahan Lowe. After the death of her mother, she was raised by her stepmother, Gladys Lowe. After graduation, she married Robert “Red” York. She was a member of the Brownfield Community Church. Marion and Red owned and operated the “Marion and Red General Store and Antique Shop” for many years in Brownfield. She enjoyed going to the beach, and liked to go skiing with her family. She was predeceased by her parents and stepmother; her sister Dorothy June Blemker; and a son Charles “Chuck” York ‘68 in 1978. She is survived by her husband, Robert “Red” York of Brownfield; one son Brad York ’69 of Brownfield; a brother, Herbert Benson, of California; three sisters Dorothy Bell of Berwick; Roberta Lowe Watson ‘57 of Sanford; and Donna Bushow of Colorado; five grandchildren Nathan York ‘94, Kristin York ‘91, Garrett Goldsmith ‘99, Susan York Knolla ‘98, and Kyle York ‘05; and, two great-grandchildren, Arianna Knolla and Jack York.
Marion Lowe York ‘47
Aerial Shot taken October 12, 2011 - exactly 6 years to the day after the Harvey Dow Gibson Gym burned.
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ANNUAL REPORT OF GIFTS JULY 1, 2010-JUNE 30, 2011 with gratitude to all Section by Diane Lewey, Database Administrator (dlewey@fryeburgacademy.org) Diane Eastman Powell ‘53 and Monte B. Powell Raiders Booster Club, Incorporated Samuel Robbins and Sheila Robbins Bretton D. Russell ‘56 and Cindy Russell* Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Timothy G. Scott Thomas D. Shaffner Jolenne Short-Porter and John Porter The Cricket Foundation The Davis Family Foundation The Robert and Dorothy Goldberg Charitable Foundation Brian S. Turner ‘90 Unum Matching Gifts Program James Webb ‘85 and Diane Legendre Elizabeth Baker Wheaton ‘47 and Robert J. Wheaton, Jr. Mary Wilkinson-Greenberg Chun Ho Yeh and Su Hsia Lin Kevin Yeh ‘13
Dick Thompson ‘61 & wife, Hazel - DONORS Harvey Dow Gibson Society - ($2,500.00 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign Clarence Mulford Trust Virginia Clausnitzer Bion R. Cram ‘33 (dec.) Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund - Watertown James Day, Jr. and Anita Day Dearborn Precision Tubular Products Arthur C. Dudley ‘61 Eleanor Walker Trust Fryeburg Academy Trust William A. Findeisen ‘71 and Barbara Findeisen Robbyn M. Freeman and John Freeman, Jr. Fryeburg Academy Alumni Association* Christopher M. Gordon ‘81 and Alicia Gordon* Christopher A. Gordon-Somers ‘75* Heather Pike Hart ‘87 and Richard Hart, III Richard A. Jones ‘58 Joan Hill Kellogg ‘48 (dec.) and Douglas Kellogg Monalei Langmaid Leighton Trust Mary Elizabeth Charles Trust Bradley B. Nelson ‘65 and Jeannie Allen Nelson ‘68 Frederic S. Newman, Jr. ‘34 Perkins Charitable Foundation Asa O. Pike, IV ‘57 and Karen Schildberg Pike ‘58
Headmaster’s Circle - ($1,000.00 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign denotes donation to Charter Club Roy E. Andrews ‘56 and Maxine Andrews Blaine Baesler and Josephine Baesler Sandra Barty-Beckhard Corning Incorporated Foundation Kathleen Griffin Cossette ‘64 and Tom Cossette Steven P. Cote ‘85 and Lisa D. Cote Elizabeth Hurd DesJardins ‘49 John A. Dunn, Jr. and Patricia Dunn* Joyce Chamberlain Egge ‘72 and William Egge FairPoint Communications Incorporated Emily Fernald George H. Fernald ‘51 Fidelity Foundation Elsie Reuning Fox ‘44 and Rodman Fox Fryeburg Academy French Club* Marvin D. Goldstein ‘61 and Marilyn Goldstein Thomas S. Hammond, II ‘93 and Susan Sudduth Hammond ‘93 Michael Harwood ‘61 Christopher Hibbard and Stephanie Morin* Barbara J. Hill ‘74 Nancy Schildberg Hogan ‘56 and Frank Hogan, III William T. Housum, Jr. Ida Fernald Hutchins ‘47 IBM Corporation Masaaki Kamishima and Nami Kamishima Peter Klomp and Susan Klomp* Henry Latkin Daniel G. Lee, Jr. and Susan D. Lee Gregory Link and Deborah Link Terry MacGillivray ‘81 and
Sarah MacGillivray* Kristen Russell McDermott ‘83 and David McDermott* Barbara McManus Melmac Education Foundation Ralph Moore ‘53 and Martha Moore Roberta Muse* Timothy Osgood ‘80 and Gretchen Krim Osgood ‘86 Peace With-Inn William Perry ‘80 and Susan Perry* Joan Ross Hilary Russell '86* Jessica Russell '81 and Filippo Battoni* David Schechter and Gail Schechter Schwab Corporation Foundation Bruce E. Smith '67 Jean Stearns '72 David B. Sturdevant and Elisabeth Sturdevant* Richard D. Thompson '61 and Hazel Thompson Glenna Fernald Tibbetts '49 Clinton Tripp '47 and Carol Tripp Timothy M. Warren '41 and Phyllis Warren Willard C. Warren, III '66 and Daphne Warren Wendell Webb and Nora Webb Elaine Weeks Trueblood '67 and Rollyn Trueblood Tracy Weitz and John Weitz Daniel Webster Associates - ($500.00 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign Melanie L. Allen John H. Atwood, Sr. and Esther Atwood John L. Atwood ‘71 George R. Bishop, Jr. and Virginia H. Bishop Blackstone Industries, Inc.
Scott Cote-Crosskill-FA Faculty (Science Chair) & Lora Lopes Nielsen ‘77 - DONORS
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Pepsy Corner Cleaners David Rohde ‘85 and Kristen Mulvihill Ski Sundries & Supplies Don Thibodeau ‘72 and Brenda Thibodeau Cheryl Turner ‘84 and Ronald Schneider George E. Walker ‘50 and Ruth Walker Carley J. Warren ‘49 Phyllis Warren-Briggs ‘56 and Tom Briggs Wing-Benjamin Trust Fund David Wood ‘63 and Catherine Buswell Wood ‘66 Yong Xu and Lan Ju Bell Ringers - ($250.00 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign
Vinnie Lanovara - DONOR Bradford Brooks ‘55 and Carolyn Burnell Brooks ‘55* (dec.) Robert Burnell ‘50 Winfield Carrick and Janet Carrick Faustina E. Chamberlain Nancy Cooke Stephanie Pike Crockett ‘63 and George Crockett Edna Eastman Robert Ebling, III and Gail Ebling Peter A. Gale and Linda Gale James Gibson and Sarah H. Gibson* Edward Hammond ‘55 and June Walker Hammond ‘54 Peggyann Evans Harris ‘57 and Richard Harris, Jr. David R. Hastings, III ‘68 and Carol Hastings Thomas W. Hastings ‘74 and Lynn Hastings Peter Hathaway ‘52 and Maryann Hathaway (dec.) Randy Heath ‘85 and Stephanie Digeon-Heath Richard D. Hill ‘49* Harrison Homans ‘46 and Margaret Homans Maxwell W. House and Sharon H. House Jonathan Housum ‘82 and Marianne Downie Ga-on Kang ‘10 Moon Ho Kang and Yeon Hee Kim Josef Keller* Ryan O. Kelly ‘82 Scott A. Kelly ‘53 and Sandy Kelly* Barbara Kollander and Lonnie Kollander* C. Brent LaCasce ‘78 and Dawn Gale LaCasce ‘81* Greg Lloyd ‘83 and Kelly Bell Lloyd ‘78* Ian MacGillivray* Lindsay MacGillivray ‘10* Megan MacGillivray ‘12* Edward H. Mank Daniel Martin and Carol Martin Betty Mathieson Masse ‘47 and Robert J. Masse Shannon D. McKeen ‘81 and Karen Bartoletti Earle Moore, Jr. ‘46 and Monica Moore Theodore Nixon and Gail Nixon* James Oliver ‘64 and Donese Oliver James Osgood ‘56 and Donna Osgood
Thomas Ackley and Susan Ackley* John Bacchiocchi ‘85 and Karen Libby Bacchiocchi ‘85 Robert Barber ‘76 Durland Barker ‘65 and Cheryl Barker* Clifford Barnes ‘49 and Llewella F. Barnes* Bethany C. Baylies and Mark MacDonald* Marilyn Bennett ‘57* Jeannine Berube and Fred Berube* Jade Blake ‘96* William Bowden and Sonia Bowden* Clayton Burnell ‘47 and Gloria Horne Burnell ‘49 Ann Chappell and Steve Chappell* Howard Chou ‘70 and Ellen Chou Lisa Costello ‘79 and Michael Costello Margaret Cugini* Michael R. Dana and Terese Dana* Shawn E. Dolley ‘88 and Kyra C. Dolley Dana Dudley ‘56 and Suzanna Dudley Kathryn Wilson Dunham ‘77 and Richard Dunham* Fryeburg Community Chiropractic Enterprises, Inc. Todd Gallagher ‘82 Angie Garrett and Malachy Garrett* Valeria Kimball Glaser ‘32 (dec.) William L. Graham and Barbara J. Graham Wayne W. Hadlock ‘62 and Jane Hadlock* Kathleen Haffner* Edmund Hamlin and Michelle Hamlin Robert Hodgman-Burns and Kelley Hodgman-Burns* Cooper Campbell Jackson ‘85 and Hayes Jackson Jones Associates Joyce Fox Kennett ‘64 and Frederick Kennett* Francis Kinnelly ‘53 and Yolanda Kinnelly Jane Lasselle ‘60* Edith Watson Leach ‘49 Scott Leach ‘71* Rebecca Kiesman Leonard ‘72 and Scott D. Leonard Billie L’Heureux-Carland and Stephen Carland* Lillian MacFarlane Dennis Manitsas ‘68 and Sondra Lisson Joseph Manning and Maria Manning* H. Paul McGuire Daniel McLane ‘67 Gael Sylce Mericle ‘60 and R. Bruce Mericle
Malissa O’Rourke Miot ‘85 and Robert Miot* Joy Spiller Norkin and Andrew Norkin* Kenichi Ohashi James E. Oldham ‘82 and Nancy Oldham* Ronald Pelkie ‘91* Charles S. Perkins ‘47 Richard Perreault ‘78 and Cristin Perreault* Ellen Pope ‘68 and Patrick Welch Joel Rhymer and Elizabeth Rhymer* Sedgwick Saunders and Amy Saunders* Virginia Sislane ‘77 James St. Pierre and Wendy Le Clair St. Pierre* Marjorie Ela Stanley ‘53 and Roger Stanley Kristina Smith Stevens and Laddie Stevens* Christopher R. Strahler and Emily Leidner Strahler* Renee C. Thomas ‘84 James H. Thurston and Susan Thurston* Debra Osgood Urgese ‘74 and John Urgese* Randolph Wales ‘84 and Tracy Huntress Wales ‘84* Stanley A. Ward ‘36 and Edith Ward Delph Wood ‘68 and Gail Wood Fei Wu ‘01 Shanmao Wu & Xiang Li Raider Club - ($25.00 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign denotes donation to Charter Club Ronald Akers ‘60 and Pam Akers Mona Ames and Edward Ames Paul S. Andrews ‘51 and Janet Andrews James Archibald ‘63 and Rachel Archildbald Steven Arnold and Tonya Arnold Noel F. Austin ‘57 and Judith Austin Robert Bannister Cecil Barker ‘65 and Anita Craig Barker ‘70 E. Harlan Bartlett ‘57 Gary Barton ‘55 and Jane Barton
Roger Bean-FA Former Faculty (Science) & wife, Marilyn - DONORS
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Richard Jones ‘58, Karen Schildberg Pike ‘58, Asa O. Pike IV ‘57 DONORS Anne McKey Batchelder ‘54 and William Batchelder Donald C. Bean ‘65 and Cynthia J. Bean Alan D. Bennett ‘60 and Annette Kimball Bennett ‘60 Hilda Kaye Berry ‘50 Evelyn Hartford Bishop ‘39 and Bob Bishop Betsy Oliver Bonello ‘67 and Ed Bonello, Jr. David A. Bowles ‘53 and Elizabeth F. Bowles Melinda Chace Bracken ‘72 and Charles Bracken Shirley S. Brill Burton Brooks ‘53 and Carol Brown Brooks ‘53 James W. Brown ‘61 Richard Bucknell ‘56 and Sherrill Bucknell Deborah Field Byers ‘65 and James Byers George Cadigan, Jr. ‘74 and Deborah Cadigan Steven Caffrey and Lois Arnold-Caffrey William R. Cameron and Melanie A. Wallis Cameron Elizabeth Carlson Wilma C. Andrews Cavanaugh ‘47 and James Cavanaugh Phyllis Walker Chandler ‘47 Burton Chaplin ‘56 and Rowena Lewis Chaplin ‘57 Michael Chaplin ‘78 and Cathy Chaplin Chick Home Center Malcolm Clark ‘42 and Mary Clark Fryeburg Academy Class of 2011 Cheryl Potter Cluff ‘67 and Forest Cluff June Miller Coffin ‘44 Patricia Cogswell ‘74 A. James Comi ‘64 and Pamela Comi James Conrad ‘56 Carrie Hastings Contreras ‘84 and Terry J. Contreras Nicole Cote-Crosskill ‘77 and Scott Cote-Crosskill* Susan Crowley and Robert Crowley* James Currie ‘55 and
Mary E. Maddix Currie ‘58 M. Douglas Dagan ‘98 George T. Davis, Jr. ‘53 Joan Abbott Dawley ‘60 John M. Day ‘67 Theresa E. Perreault Day ‘54 Julie Barton Denney ‘73* E Brian Dolley ‘54 and Sandra Dolley James H. Doughty ‘42 and Jean Doughty Barbara Douglass and David Douglass Ann Dressel Charles Drew, Jr. ‘48 and Muriel Drew Zachary Drew ‘03 William Dudley ‘60 and Cheryl Dudley Beverly Osgood Duthie ‘53 and Al Duthie Michelle Dyer ‘55 Conrad K. Eastman ‘48 and Sarah Eastman Robert Edwards ‘55 and Donna Potter Edwards ‘56 Bruce W. Ela ‘77 and Karen Ela Dawn Farnham* Ben Feldman ‘66 and Margaret Feldman Henry Foster ‘70 and Holly Bell Foster ‘71 Melanie Stacy Frost ‘65 and Steven Frost Charlotte Giovanella Fullam ‘59 Jane Fullerton* Sharon Heath Gaudette ‘60 and Wayne Gaudette David Gemelli and Carol Gemelli Betty Shirley Gerry ‘42 Anthony W. Gibson ‘76 John M. Gillin ‘41 Barry N. Gilman ‘66* Sharon Gilman ‘68* Beverly Lancaster Goldstone ‘57 and Ronald Goldstone Paul S. Goodof Doris-Ann Davis Gray ‘44 Pamela Pingree Hale ‘77 Dorothy Wentworth Hamilton ‘51 Marcia Stearns Hamlin ‘49 and George Hamlin Wilbur Hammond, III ‘88 and
Colleen Hammond Hannaford Brothers Company Arnold Harmon ‘58 and Susan Harmon Celestine Perkins Harnden ‘46 Hugh Hastings, II ‘44 and Norene Hastings Mildred Hill Heath ‘27 Richard A. Heikkinen ‘62 and Kyrani H. Heikkinen Jane Bryant Hennessey ‘59 and Richard Hennessey Phyllis Littlefield Hetzler ‘56 Michael H. Hill ‘79 and Cynthia B. Hill Ronald W. Hill ‘49 and Alice Breen Hill ‘53 Sara Hill ‘80 and Alastair M. G. Caperton Jennette R. Eldridge Hodge ‘52 and Fenton Hodge Heidi Hoefler ‘81 Angela Gookin Holbrook ‘49 and Robert Holbrook Martha Grover Holden ‘74 and Robert Holden Gene Howland ‘60 and Joanne Howland Lynn Hurd ‘71 Gordon Hutchins ‘46 Kenneth A. Hutchins ‘50 and Clara Hutchins Thomas Hutchins, Jr. ‘35 Carol C. Ineson Robert Isaacs ‘61 and Bonnie Isaacs David E. Jillson ‘74 George M. Johnson ‘49 Jean Leavitt Jordan ‘43 Flora Katsiaficas Louise Ward Kearney ‘40 and Harry Kearney ‘39 Shirley Kearns and David Kearns Paul H. Kenerson ‘54 and Betty Kenerson Nancy Taylor Kensbock ‘53 and Hans Kensbock Donald Kiesman ‘49 and Claire Kiesman Eleanor Hazelton King ‘45 and William King Theodore Kneeland and Carol Kneeland* Joseph Kohn ‘01 Richard Krasker and Sandy Krasker John Kremer and Leslie Kremer Samantha Kruguer ‘11 Marc Kurnick and Ann Kurnick
Dawn Farnham-FA Former Faculty (English Chair) - DONOR
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David Fulton ‘12, Bill Housum-FA Former Faculty, Lakyn Osgood ‘12, Coco Fritzlen ‘11 DONORS Rachel Charles Kuvaja '60* C. Richard LaCasce '46 and Nancy Hill LaCasce '48 J. Steward LaCasce '52 Deanna LaCasce Richard Lambrecht, Jr. Barry M. Lamont, M.D. Tracy Lane '80 Beverly Andrews LaPointe '49 and Richard LaPointe Richard L. Larrabee and Libby Larrabee Justine Lathrop '05 Oliver Leach '63 and Agnes Leach Cynthia McLeod Lee '65 and Richard E. Lee Diane Lewey and Paul Lewey Lonna Lutte Lewis '59 Sherry Littlefield '57 and Shirley Littlefield Susan Wheaton Logan '70 Philip Lord '44 and Mary Lord Jane Lounsbury and Alan Lounsbury Carl F. Lusky '54 and Rosemary Greene Lusky '54 Anne Fides MacArthur '46 Andrea Longpre Macht '86 and Frank R. Macht Sallie Grimes MacIsaac '65 Mary Ellen Mackin Lawrence Maglin '72 and Dianne Maglin Maine Association of the New Jerusalem Church Clifford E. Manchester '41 and Erna Manchester Jack D. Mansur, Jr. '59 and Paula Schmidt Mansur, M.D. '59 David W. Mason and Margaret Mason Nathaniel R. Mason, Sr. and Deborah Mason Peter H. Mason '76 and Lynne Mason Tracy Bell Mason '74* Philip Matthews, Jr. '63 and Jacqueline Matthews Daniel E. McAllister, Jr. '58 and Sally McAllister David McGillicuddy '63
Loretta Kyllonen McPeek '60 Robert Mead and Susan Hamlin David Meehan Eleanor Blake Meekins '60 and John Meekins Memorial Hospital Virginia Brooks Menke '47 Kenneth Miller and Margaret Miller William Miller and Rizza Miller Gordon Milliken '42 and Shirley Milliken Owen Mills '70 and Sharon Mills Robert Mogavero '68 and Lynn Bonander Mogavero Helen Bryant Morgan '48 and Alton Morgan Gayle Ames Morrisey '54 Lois Walker Moulton '59 and Jack C. Moulton Barbara Mason Murphy '68 and Neil Murphy Macdara Nash '84 and Jane Nash John B. Nason '48 and Beverly Nason National Semiconductor Corporation Peter Neff '70 and Lynn Neff Gerard L. Nelson '43 Nancy Medina Nelson '48 and Harvey Nelson Taizo Ohashi '07 Ohiopyle Prints, Inc. Osgood Brothers Inc. Janet Bradeen Pallister '52 Ruth Allard Paul '50 and Richard Paul Jackson Perkins '52 Vincent Pestilli and Linda Pestilli Charles Pingree '56 and Roberta E. Pingree Margaret Grover Pinkham '68 and IJ Pinkham William Prentice '59 Laurie Horton Quintiliani '86 and Anthony Quintiliani Royce Rankin, Jr. '64 and Cynthia Rankin Judy Pike Raymond '60 and Henry T. Raymond, III Robert Record '55 and Margaret Record Russell Record '63 and Margie Smith Record '66 John B. Redman, Jr. '70 Mary E. White Richardson '45 and
Herbert Richardson Martha Coe Ritchie '47 Ruth Lewis Rivers '53 and Robert Rivers, Jr. Harry G. Roberts, Jr. '63 Rhonda Maynard Rowe '63 Stephen Russell '59 and Margaret Russell Herbert Safford '60 and Barbara Safford Shellie Sperling Sakash '95 and Michael Sakash Marjorie Lane Sanborn '51 and Robert L. Sanborn Richard Sanborn '61 and Joyce Tripp Sanborn '64 James W. Scanlon '76 and Karen Scanlon Charles G. Scott ‘06 Alton W. Seavey, Jr. '47 (dec.) and Marie Seavey Matthew Seavey, Ph.D. '97 and Beena John, Ph.D. Greggory Seymour '00* Janet Seymour* Ralph Shirley '44 and Marilyn McKeen Shirley '48 Dorothea B. Simonis '70 Albert Smith and Diane Smith Charlotte Perkins Smith '46 Earl Smith, Jr. '49 and Barbara Smith Jaclyn Lathrop Smith '02 and Peter Smith Priscilla Lamb Smith '53 and Richard Smith Elizabeth Barter Somes '62 and Robert E. Somes, Jr. Albert Stearns '52 and Jacquelyn Stearns B. Dean Stearns '58 and Patricia Leavitt Stearns '56 Robert D. Stearns '44 and Joan Stearns Janette R. Ela Stiebeling '72 and Dean Stiebeling Pete Straw and Marlena Gloff-Straw Timar Sturdevant '82 and Kimberly Charles Sturdevant '83 Carol S. Sudduth
David Rohde ‘85 - DONOR
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Charter Club - ($17.92 + ) *denotes donation to Capital Campaign denotes donation to Charter Club
David Sturdevant-FA Principal & Margaret Cugini-FA Library - DONORS Claudia Schmidt Sullivan '63 and Richard Sullivan Richard Sullivan and Joanne Sullivan John Sylvester, Jr. Carol Severance Taylor '60 and Harold Taylor Scott Taylor and Melissa Taylor Guy A. Thomas '56 and Sheila Thomas Russell F. Tolles, Jr. '65 and Sandra Tolles Adam Towne '79 (dec.) Mary Douglas Trickey '46 and Earle Trickey Paul Trott '68 and Sharon W. Trott Philip Trott, Jr. '49 and Diane Trott Michelina Tupaj Rodney Wales '54 and Patricia Madsen Wales '55 Elaine Dunn Walker '61 Mark Walker '72 and Joni Walker Richard C. Walker '60 and Susan S. Walker Conrad Ward '11 Eva Dunn Ward '49 Henry Watkins, Jr. '59 and Zeena Watkins Darryl Watson '61 and Lesley Watson Mary Marston Waye '46 Bradford West '67 and Susan West George Weston '60 and Laurie Burnell Weston '63 Alan Whitaker '77* Edward Whitaker '53 and Sally Reynolds Whitaker '55* Kevin Whitaker '82 and Sandra Panno Whitaker '86* Jon Whitney and Mardi Freeman Wilson Whitten '49 and Jeanne Whitten Clyde Wiggin '53 and Sylvia Baker Wiggin '56 Roger Williams and Jane Williams Nancy Stuart Willis '64 and Robert Willis Heather Wilson '89 Amanda Keaten Wine '89 and Scott Wine Beth A. Wood '02 Patrick Wood and Jane Gibbons Bradley A. York '69 Ellen Hastings Zelman '76 and Andrew Zelman
Peter Bacchiocchi ‘11 Sara Baker ‘11 Joseph Berry Audrey Boyd '11 Meghan Bradley '11 Molly Cavanaugh '11 Jonathan Dana '11 Aslyn R. Dindorf '11 Harvest Ficker '98 Colette Fritzlen '11 Nellie Merrill Gilpatric '46 and Kenneth E. Gilpatric Brent Grafe and Nancy Grafe Lauren Grafe '07 Lisa Faley Howard Just Give Alice Perreault Leavitt '52 and Raymond Leavitt Kyle Lewis '11 Brady Lloyd '11 Colby Locke '11 Rebecca McNeeland Morin '70 and Ron Morin Shafiqullah Mujadadi '11 Sandra L. Eastman Nager '89 and Eric Nager Christopher W. Perry '10 Riley Pitman '11 Jeffrey T. Potter '60 Zachery Rowland '11 Kelsey Sheehan '11 Chelsea Smith '11 Christopher Solter '11 Ian Sundgren '11 Caleb E. Young '11 Lydia Zipper '11 Other Contributions Whitney Arnold ‘11 Guillermo Benjumea and Luisa Benjumea Guillermo G. Benjumea ‘09 Donna Eastman Bruning ‘62 and Mark Bruning Kayla Durgin ‘11 Sylvia Shaw Lydick ‘43 and Bud Lydick
Fei Wu ‘01 - DONOR 1940 Louise Ward Kearney 1941 John Gillin Clifford Manchester Timothy Warren 1942 Malcolm Clark James Doughty Betty Shirley Gerry Calvin Harnden (dec.) Gordon Milliken 1943 Jean Leavitt Jordan Sylvia Shaw Lydick Gerard Nelson
Alumni Contributions by Class to All Funds *denotes donation to Capital Campaign denotes donation to Charter Club 1927 Mildred Hill Heath 1932 Valeria Kimball Glaser (dec.) 1933 Bion Cram (dec.) 1934 Frederic Newman 1935 Thomas Hutchins 1936 Stanley Ward 1939 Evelyn Hartford Bishop
Bob Burnell ‘50 - DONOR
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Elsie Reuning Fox ‘44 & Hugh Hastings ‘44 - DONORS Lydia Zipper ‘11 - DONOR 1944 June Miller Coffin Elsie Reuning Fox Doris-Ann Davis Gray Hugh Hastings Philip Lord Ralph Shirley Robert Stearns 1945 Eleanor Hazelton King Mary White Richardson 1946 Nellie Merrill Gilpatric Celestine Perkins Harnden Harrison Homans Gordon Hutchins C. Richard LaCasce Anne Fides MacArthur Earle Moore Charlotte Perkins Smith Mary Douglas Trickey Mary Marston Waye 1947 Clayton Burnell Wilma Andrews Cavanaugh Phyllis Walker Chandler Ida Fernald Hutchins Betty Mathieson Masse Virginia Brooks Menke Charles Perkins Martha Coe Ritchie Alton Seavey Clinton Tripp Elizabeth Baker Wheaton 1948 Charles Drew Conrad Eastman Joan Hill Kellogg (dec.) Nancy Hill LaCasce Helen Bryant Morgan John Nason Nancy Medina Nelson Marilyn McKeen Shirley 1949
Clifford Barnes* Gloria Horne Burnell Elizabeth Hurd DesJardins Marcia Stearns Hamlin Richard Hill* Ronald Hill Angela Gookin Holbrook George Johnson Donald Kiesman Beverly Andrews LaPointe Edith Watson Leach Earl Smith Glenna Fernald Tibbetts Philip Trott Eva Dunn Ward Carley Warren Wilson Whitten 1950 Hilda Kaye Berry Robert Burnell* Kenneth Hutchins Ruth Allard Paul George Walker 1951 Paul Andrews George Fernald Dorothy Wentworth Hamilton Marjorie Lane Sanborn 1952 Peter Hathaway Jennette Eldridge Hodge J. Steward LaCasce Alice Perreault Leavitt Janet Bradeen Pallister Jackson Perkins Albert Stearns 1953 David Bowles Burton Brooks Carol Brown Brooks George Davis Beverly Osgood Duthie Alice Breen Hill Scott Kelly* Nancy Taylor Kensbock
Francis Kinnelly Ralph Moore Diane Eastman Powell Ruth Lewis Rivers Priscilla Lamb Smith Marjorie Ela Stanley Edward Whitaker* Clyde Wiggin 1954 Anne McKey Batchelder Theresa Perreault Day E Brian Dolley June Walker Hammond Paul Kenerson Carl Lusky Rosemary Greene Lusky Gayle Ames Morrisey Rodney Wales 1955 Gary Barton Bradford Brooks
Sue Perry - DONOR
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Melissa Smith - DONOR Carolyn Burnell Brooks* (dec.) James Currie Michelle Dyer Robert Edwards Edward Hammond Robert Record Patricia Madsen Wales Sally Reynolds Whitaker* 1956 Roy Andrews Richard Bucknell Burton Chaplin James Conrad Dana Dudley Donna Potter Edwards Phyllis Littlefield Hetzler Nancy Schildberg Hogan James Osgood Charles Pingree Bretton Russell* Patricia Leavitt Stearns Guy Thomas Phyllis Warren-Briggs Sylvia Baker Wiggin 1957 Noel Austin E. Harlan Bartlett Marilyn Bennett* Rowena Lewis Chaplin Beverly Lancaster Goldstone Peggyann Evans Harris Sherry Littlefield Asa Pike 1958 Mary Maddix Currie Arnold Harmon Richard Jones Daniel McAllister Karen Schildberg Pike B. Dean Stearns 1959 Thomas Bartlett Charlotte Giovanella Fullam Jane Bryant Hennessey Lonna Lutte Lewis
Jack Mansur Paula Schmidt Mansur Lois Walker Moulton William Prentice Stephen Russell Henry Watkins 1960 Ronald Akers Alan Bennett Annette Kimball Bennett Joan Abbott Dawley William Dudley Sharon Heath Gaudette Gene Howland Rachel Charles Kuvaja* Jane Lasselle* Loretta Kyllonen McPeek Eleanor Blake Meekins Gael Sylce Mericle Jeffrey Potter Judy Pike Raymond Herbert Safford Carol Severance Taylor Richard Walker George Weston 1961 James Brown Arthur Dudley Marvin Goldstein Michael Harwood Robert Isaacs Richard Sanborn Richard Thompson Elaine Dunn Walker Darryl Watson 1962 Donna Eastman Bruning Wayne Hadlock* Richard Heikkinen Mary Wadsworth Lowatchie Elizabeth Barter Somes 1963 James Archibald Stephanie Pike Crockett
Oliver Leach Philip Matthews David McGillicuddy Russell Record Harry Roberts Rhonda Maynard Rowe Claudia Schmidt Sullivan Laurie Burnell Weston David Wood 1964 A. James Comi Kathleen Griffin Cossette Joyce Fox Kennett* James Oliver Royce Rankin Joyce Tripp Sanborn Nancy Stuart Willis 1965 Cecil Barker Durland Barker* Donald Bean Deborah Field Byers Melanie Stacy Frost Cynthia McLeod Lee Sallie Grimes MacIsaac Bradley Nelson Russell Tolles 1966 Ben Feldman Barry Gilman* Mary Grover Jones Dennis Keaten Margie Smith Record Willard Warren Catherine Buswell Wood 1967 Betsy Oliver Bonello Cheryl Potter Cluff John Day Daniel McLane Bruce Smith Elaine Weeks Trueblood Bradford West
Brady Lloyd ‘11, Colby Locke ‘11 & Zack Rowland ‘11 - DONORS
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Keith Durham ‘72 - DONOR 1968 Sharon Gilman* David Hastings Dennis Manitsas Robert Mogavero Barbara Mason Murphy Jeannie Allen Nelson Margaret Grover Pinkham Ellen Pope Paul Trott Delph Wood Bradley York 1970 Anita Craig Barker Howard Chou Henry Foster William Jordan Susan Wheaton Logan Owen Mills Rebecca McNeeland Morin Peter Neff John Redman Dorothea Simonis 1971 John Atwood William Findeisen Holly Bell Foster Lynn Hurd Scott Leach* 1972 Melinda Chace Bracken Joyce Chamberlain Egge Rebecca Kiesman Leonard Lawrence Maglin Elbridge Russell* Jean Stearns Janette Ela Stiebeling Don Thibodeau Mark Walker 1973 Julie Barton Denney* 1974
George Cadigan Patricia Cogswell Thomas Hastings Barbara Hill Martha Grover Holden David Jillson Tracy Bell Mason Debra Osgood Urgese* 1975 Christopher Gordon-Somers* 1976 Robert Barber Rachel Andrews Damon* Anthony Gibson Peter Mason James Scanlon Ellen Hastings Zelman 1977 Gail Brooks Barber Nicole Cote-Crosskill* Kathryn Wilson Dunham* Bruce Ela Pamela Pingree Hale Virginia Sislane Alan Whitaker* 1978 Michael Chaplin C. Brent LaCasce* Kelly Bell Lloyd Richard Perreault* 1979 Lisa Costello Michael Hill Adam Towne (dec.) 1980 Sara Hill Tracy Lane Timothy Osgood William Perry* 1981 Christopher Gordon* Heidi Hoefler Dawn Gale LaCasce* Terry MacGillivray* Shannon McKeen Jessica Russell* 1982 Todd Gallagher Jonathan Housum Ryan Kelly James Oldham Timar Sturdevant Kevin Whitaker* 1983 Greg Lloyd Kristen Russell McDermott* Kimberly Charles Sturdevant 1984 Carrie Hastings Contreras Macdara Nash Renee Thomas Cheryl Turner Randolph Wales Tracy Huntress Wales 1985 John Bacchiocchi Karen Libby Bacchiocchi
Shafiqullah Mujadadi ‘11 - DONOR Steven Cote Randy Heath Cooper Campbell Jackson Malissa O’Rourke Miot* David Rohde James Webb 1986 Andrea Longpre Macht Gretchen Krim Osgood Laurie Horton Quintiliani Hilary Russell* Sandra Panno Whitaker* 1987 Heather Pike Hart
Marvin Goldstein ‘61 - DONOR
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Bruce Smith ‘67 - DONOR 1988 Shawn Dolley Wilbur Hammond 1989 Sandra Eastman Nager Heather Wilson Amanda Keaten Wine 1990 Brian Turner 1991 Ronald Pelkie* 1993 Susan Sudduth Hammond Thomas Hammond 1995 Shellie Sperling Sakash 1996 Jade Blake* 1997 Matthew Seavey 1998 M. Douglas Dagan Harvest Ficker 1999 Jeremy Angell 2000 Greggory Seymour* 2001 Joseph Kohn Fei Wu 2002 Jaclyn Lathrop Smith Beth Wood 2003 Zachary Drew 2005 Justine Lathrop 2006 Charles Scott 2007 Lauren Grafe
Taizo Ohashi 2009 Guillermo Benjumea 2010 Ga-on Kang Lindsay MacGillivray* Christopher Perry 2011 Whitney Arnold Peter Bacchiocchi Sara Baker Audrey Boyd Meghan Bradley Molly Cavanaugh Jonathan Dana Aslyn Dindorf Kayla Durgin Colette Fritzlen Samantha Kruguer Kyle Lewis Brady Lloyd Colby Locke Shafiqullah Mujadadi Riley Pitman Zachery Rowland Kelsey Sheehan Chelsea Smith Christopher Solter Ian Sundgren Conrad Ward Caleb Young Lydia Zipper 2012 Megan MacGillivray* 2013 Kevin Yeh Faculty, Former Faculty, Staff *denotes donation to Capital Campaign Thomas Ackley* Melanie Allen John Atwood John Atwood ‘71 Anita Craig Barker ‘70 Durland Barker ‘65* Bethany Baylies* Jeannine Berube* Jade Blake ‘96* William Bowden* Steven Caffrey Elizabeth Carlson Winthrop Carlson (dec.) Faustina Chamberlain Ann Chappell* Nicole Cote-Crosskill ‘77* Scott Cote-Crosskill* Margaret Cugini* Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76* Michael Dana* John Day ‘67 Julie Barton Denney ‘73* Barbara Douglass Ann Dressel Kathryn Wilson Dunham ‘77* Dawn Farnham* Jane Fullerton*
Todd Gallagher ‘82 Angie Garrett* Sarah Gibson* Sharon Gilman ‘68* Alfred Glover Paul Goodof Kathleen Haffner* Michelle Hamlin* Christopher Hibbard* Barbara Hill ‘74 Ronald Hill ‘49 Kelley Hodgman-Burns* Robert Hodgman-Burns* William T. Housum, Jr. Mary Grover Jones ‘66 William Jordan ‘70 Flora Katsiaficas Scott Kelly ‘53* Peter Klomp* Carol Kneeland* Theodore Kneeland* Barbara Kollander* John Kremer Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60* C. Brent LaCasce ‘78* Dawn Gale LaCasce ‘81* Scott Leach ‘71* Daniel Lee Susan Lee Diane Lewey Billie L’Heureux-Carland* Jane Lounsbury Sarah MacGillivray* Terry MacGillivray ‘81* Mary Ellen Mackin Joseph Manning* Maria Manning* H. Paul McGuire Stephanie Morin* Roberta Muse*
Beverly Andrews LaPointe ‘49 & husband, Richard - DONORS
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James Stewart ‘60 & wife, Mary - DONORS Theodore Nixon* Joy Spiller Norkin* Ronald Pelkie ‘91* Cristin Perreault* Joel Rhymer* Bretton Russell ‘56* Sedgwick Saunders* Timothy Scott James St. Pierre* Wendy Le Clair St. Pierre* Kristina Smith Stevens* Christopher Strahler* Emily Leidner Strahler* David Sturdevant* Elisabeth Sturdevant* James Thurston* Susan Thurston* John Urgese* Tracy Weitz Alan Whitaker ‘77* Kevin Whitaker ‘82* Sally Reynolds Whitaker ‘55* Sandra Panno Whitaker ‘86* Parents, Past Parents and Grandparents *denotes donation to Capital Campaign Thomas Ackley and Susan Ackley* Mona Ames and Edward Ames Roy E. Andrews ‘56 and Maxine Andrews Steven Arnold and Tonya Arnold John L. Atwood ‘71 John Bacchiocchi ‘85 and Karen Libby Bacchiocchi ‘85 Blaine Baesler and Josephine Baesler Robert Bannister Robert Barber ‘76 Durland Barker ‘65 and Cheryl Barker* Guillermo Benjumea and Luisa Benjumea George R. Bishop, Jr. and Virginia H. Bishop William Bowden and Sonia Bowden*
Steven Caffrey and Lois Arnold-Caffrey Winfield Carrick and Janet Carrick Ann Chappell and Steve Chappell* Nancy Cooke Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76* Michael R. Dana and Terese Dana* James Day, Jr. and Anita Day Julie Barton Denney ‘73* Barbara Douglass and David Douglass Ann Dressel Kathryn Wilson Dunham ‘77 and Richard Dunham* Edna Eastman Bruce W. Ela ‘77 and Karen Ela Robbyn M. Freeman Peter A. Gale and Linda Gale Angie Garrett and Malachy Garrett* James Gibson and Sarah H. Gibson* Brent Grafe and Nancy Grafe William L. Graham and Barbara J. Graham Edmund Hamlin and Michelle Hamlin* Marcia Stearns Hamlin ‘49 and George Hamlin Celestine Perkins Harnden ‘46 Robert Hodgman-Burns and Kelley Hodgman-Burns* Maxwell W. House and Sharon H. House William T. Housum, Jr. Masaaki Kamishima and Nami Kamishima Moon Ho Kang and Yeon Hee Kim Dennis Keaten, Sr. ‘66 and Linda Keaten Josef Keller* Scott A. Kelly ‘53 and Sandy Kelly* Barbara Kollander and Lonnie Kollander* John Kremer and Leslie Kremer Marc Kurnick and Ann Kurnick Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60* C. Brent LaCasce ‘78 and Dawn Gale LaCasce ‘81* Richard Lambrecht, Jr. Tracy Lane ‘80 Henry Latkin Scott Leach ‘71* Daniel G. Lee, Jr. and Susan D. Lee Greg Lloyd ‘83 and Kelly Bell Lloyd ‘78 Susan Wheaton Logan ‘70 Lillian MacFarlane Terry MacGillivray ‘81 and Sarah MacGillivray* David W. Mason and Margaret Mason Nathaniel R. Mason, Sr. and Deborah Mason Robert Mead and Susan Hamlin Kenneth Miller and Margaret Miller William Miller and Rizza Miller Roberta Muse* Kenichi Ohashi Timothy Osgood ‘80 and Gretchen Krim Osgood ‘86 William Perry ‘80 and Susan Perry* Vincent Pestilli and Linda Pestilli Joel Rhymer and Elizabeth Rhymer* Bretton D. Russell ‘56 and Cindy Russell* Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Sedgwick Saunders and Amy Saunders* Timothy G. Scott Janet Seymour* Albert Smith and Diane Smith
Kristina Smith Stevens and Laddie Stevens* Pete Straw and Marlena Gloff-Straw David B. Sturdevant and Elisabeth Sturdevant* Richard Sullivan and Joanne Sullivan James H. Thurston and Susan Thurston* Michelina Tupaj Wendell Webb and Nora Webb Alan Whitaker ‘77* Edward Whitaker ‘53 and Sally Reynolds Whitaker ‘55* Kevin Whitaker ‘82 and Sandra Panno Whitaker ‘86* Jon Whitney and Mardi Freeman Roger Williams and Jane Williams Delph Wood ‘68 and Gail Wood Shanmao Wu and Xiang Li Yong Xu and Lan Ju Chun Ho Yeh and Su Hsia Lin Gifts in Kind Julie Ackley Jeremy Angell ‘99 Thomas H. Bartlett ‘59 and Linda Stearns Liz Brooks and Laura Brooks Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 Wardner Gilroy and Frederika Gilroy Alfred Glover, Jr. and Patricia Glover Marcia Stearns Hamlin ‘49 and George Hamlin Barbara Hill ‘74 Don Holden Mary Grover Jones ‘66 and Thomas Jones William Jordan ‘70 Dennis Keaten, Sr. ‘66 and Linda Keaten Scott A. Kelly ‘53 and Sandy Kelly* Key Floral, Inc Frances Kornbluth Samantha Kruguer ‘11 George Lord (dec.) Mary Wadsworth Lowatchie ‘62 and
Harrison “Lefty” Homans ‘46 & wife, Peg - DONORS
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Brenda Thibodeau George Walker ‘50 Elaine Weeks Trueblood ‘67 Memorial Gifts - In Memory Of *denotes donation to Capital Campaign
Sylvia Shaw Lydick ‘41 - DONOR Victor G. Lowatchie Kristen Russell McDermott ‘83 and David McDermott Helen S. Nadler Samuel Robbins and Sheila Robbins Timothy G. Scott Irvin Serrano Stanley A. Ward ‘36 and Edith Ward Weston’s Farm Jon Whitney and Mardi Freeman Fei Wu ‘01 Shanmao Wu and Xiang Li Trustees, Former Trustees, Trustee Emeriti *denotes donation to Capital Campaign Roy Andrews ‘56 Alan Bennett ‘60 Steven Cote ‘85 John Day ‘67 John Dunn Conrad Eastman ‘48 William Findeisen ‘71 Christopher Gordon ‘81 June Walker Hammond ‘54 David Hastings ‘68 Michael Hill ‘79 Nancy Schildberg Hogan ‘56 Cooper Campbell Jackson ‘85 Richard Jones ‘58 Shannon McKeen ‘81 Bradley Nelson ‘65 James Osgood ‘56 Asa Pike ‘57 Ellen Pope ‘68 Henry Raymond David Rohde ‘85 Bretton Russell ‘56 Thomas Shaffner B. Dean Stearns ‘58 Carol Sudduth
Emore Alexander ‘49 John Sylvester, Jr. Albert Andrews ‘46 Beverly Andrews LaPointe ‘49 and Richard LaPointe Langdon Andrews, Sr. 1911 Wilma C. Andrews Cavanaugh ‘47 and James Cavanaugh Shirley Greene Barber ‘53 Carl F. Lusky ‘54 and Rosemary Greene Lusky ‘54 Martha Gerry Bartlett ‘57 E. Harlan Bartlett ‘57 Robert G. Barton Julie Barton Denney ‘73* Alan Whitaker ‘77* R. Joel Bean ‘66 Robert Mogavero ‘68 and Lynn Bonander Mogavero Richard Beckhard Sandra Barty-Beckhard Joel W. Bennett ‘60 Marilyn Bennett ‘57* William Berry Hilda Kaye Berry ‘50 Theodore P. Blaich Francis Kinnelly ‘53 and Yolanda Kinnelly Roger C. Brown, Jr. ‘50 Hilda Kaye Berry ‘50 Malcolm “Mac” Burnell ‘51 Clifford Barnes ‘49 and Llewella F. Barnes* Pat Cadigan Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Mark Chamberlain ‘67 Faustina E. Chamberlain Joyce Chamberlain Egge ‘72 and William Egge Patricia Harmon Chandler ‘48 Cecil Barker ‘65 and Anita Craig Barker ‘70 Phyllis Walker Chandler ‘47 Phyllis Littlefield Hetzler ‘56 Helen Bryant Morgan ‘48 and Alton Morgan Patrick Wood and Jane Gibbons Sarah Cogswell - In Loving Memory Patricia Cogswell ‘74 Patrick S. Cote Steven P. Cote ‘85 and Lisa D. Cote Patsy Kendall Cote ‘74 Martha Grover Holden ‘74 and Robert Holden Gordon Cram ‘47 Clifford Barnes ‘49 and Llewella F. Barnes* Brian (BJ) Day 2004 James Day, Jr. and Anita Day Lyndall Flint Fernald ‘22 Emily Fernald George H. Fernald ‘51 Ida Fernald Hutchins ‘47 Glenna Fernald Tibbetts ‘49
Anna Fox ‘41 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* John Freeman, Jr. Virginia Clausnitzer Robbyn M. Freeman Monalei Langmaid Jolenne Short-Porter and John Porter Ruth Shaw French ‘26 Michael Harwood ‘61 Philip Matthews, Jr. ‘63 and Jacqueline Matthews Bretton Frost Maxwell House and Sharon House Ralph Gallagher ‘44 Todd Gallagher ‘82 Deanna Gerren - In Loving Memory Patricia Cogswell ‘74 Ernest Gerry, Jr. ‘41 Betty Shirley Gerry ‘42 Robert Gerry ‘66 Betty Shirley Gerry ‘42 LCDR Robert Graustein ‘57 Maxine Andrews Frank Gray Doris-Ann Davis Gray ‘44 Nancy Brooks Heath ‘64 Sharon Heath Gaudette ‘60 and Wayne Gaudette* Randy Heath ‘85 and Stephanie Digeon-Heath Evelyn Barnes Hedges ‘52 Clifford Barnes ‘49 and Llewella F. Barnes* Thomas Hodsdon ‘74 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Colin Hurd ‘64 David Gemelli and Carol Gemelli Lynn Hurd ‘71 Daniel Martin and Carol Martin Charlotte Perkins Smith ‘46 Ryan Keller 2003 Josef Keller* Joan Hill Kellogg ‘48 Blackstone Industries, Inc. Carol C. Ineson
David Bowles ‘53 & wife, Elizabeth DONORS
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Laurence L. Kiesman ‘38 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Donald C. Kilgour ‘33 Shirley S. Brill Carmen Davis Knapp ‘51 Jennette R. Eldridge Hodge ‘52 and Fenton Hodge Elroy O. LaCasce J. Steward LaCasce ‘52 Marjoray LaCasce Peter A. Gale and Linda Gale C. Brent LaCasce ‘78 and Dawn Gale LaCasce ‘81* Ski Sundries & Supplies Ralph Larrabee Richard L. Larrabee and Libby Larrabee Leo C. Lemieux D.O. ‘20 Charles S. Perkins ‘47 Linwood Lord ‘62 Stephanie Lauer Scott Taylor and Melissa Taylor Vincent Manoriti ‘85 David Rohde ‘85 and Kristen Mulvihill Joyce Ward Maxwell ‘34 Louise Ward Kearney ‘40 and Harry Kearney ‘39 Anna Burnell Merrill ‘48 Clifford Barnes ‘49 and Llewella F. Barnes* Roger Mills ‘58 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Abbie Weeks Munroe ‘38 Mona Ames and Edward Ames Ruth Nixon Theodore Nixon and Gail Nixon* Virginia Nixon Theodore Nixon and Gail Nixon* William Odell ‘43 Malcolm Clark ‘42 and Mary Clark David Oldham James E. Oldham ‘82 and Nancy Oldham* C. Earl “Bub” Osgood ‘46 Tracy Bell Mason ‘74* Rachel M. Osgood Timothy Osgood ‘80 and Gretchen Krim Osgood ‘86 Roderick Perkins ‘17 Charles S. Perkins ‘47 Stephen Perkins ‘15 Charles S. Perkins ‘47 Frank Petillo Lonna Lutte Lewis ‘59 Roseavis Warren Rindfleisch ‘65 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Carley J. Warren ‘49 Phyllis Warren-Briggs ‘56 and Tom Briggs Marilyn Ross Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Robert Sanborn ‘72 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Thomas Allan Thompson Scott A. Kelly ‘53 and Sandy Kelly* Harry True Christopher A. Gordon-Somers ‘75* Earle Vaughan Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Eleanor Weeks ‘34 Mona Ames and Edward Ames
Tim Ohashi ‘07 & parents, Ken Ohashi & Nancy Cooke & brother, Kevin - DONORS Andrew Welch Oliver Leach ‘63 and Agnes Leach Ola-Mae Dickey Wheaton ‘44 Susan Wheaton Logan ‘70* Raymond Wood and Marie Wood Loretta Kyllonen McPeek ‘60 Charles York ‘68 Bradley A. York ‘69 Janeen Boschert Young ‘74 Tracy Bell Mason ‘74* Memorial Gifts - In Honor Of *denotes donation to Capital Campaign James Bannister ‘84 Robert Bannister Wendy Carrick ‘75 Winfield Carrick and Janet Carrick William Carrick ‘84 and Audrey Carrick Winfield Carrick and Janet Carrick Winfield Carrick ‘78 Winfield Carrick and Janet Carrick Faustina E. Chamberlain Joyce Chamberlain Egge ‘72 and William Egge Timothy Chandler ‘82 Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60* Vicky Chandler ‘81 Rachel Charles Kuvaja ‘60* Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76 Ryan O. Kelly ‘82 Barbara Douglass William Bowden and Sonia Bowden* Richard Fox ‘41 and Anna Nutter Fox ‘41 Joyce Fox Kennett ‘64 and Frederick Kennett* Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Beatrice Baker Head ‘45 Susan Crowley and Robert Crowley* William T. Housum, Jr. Barbara Douglass and David Douglass Richard A. Jones ‘58 David Schechter and Gail Schechter
Carol Kneeland Robert Ebling, III and Gail Ebling Daniel G. Lee, Jr. and Susan D. Lee Theodore Kneeland and Carol Kneeland Brady Lloyd ‘11 Greg Lloyd ‘83 and Kelly Bell Lloyd ‘78 Taizo Ohashi ‘07 Nancy Cooke Kenichi Ohashi Arlene Russell ‘70 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Elsie Russell ‘07 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* James Russell ‘08 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell* Katherine Russell ‘10 Elbridge A. Russell ‘72 and Linda Russell*
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FA DONORS! Key to Cover Photos: Cover-Fryeburg Academy-Photo by Bjorn Myhre ‘12 Inside Cover: Mehmet Altunkaya ‘11 & Ilham Altunkaya ‘11 Inside Back Cover: Robin Schrader Crawford ‘81 & Danny Charles ‘81; Tyler McFarlin ‘96 & mother-Sandra Emery McFarlin ‘71; David Fulton ‘12 & Coco Fritzlen ‘11; Jonatan Blomstrad ‘13 & Martin Troen ‘12; Conrad Eastman ‘48 & Barbara Tufts Browne ‘50; Anh Duong ‘11 & Shafi Mujadadi ‘11; Jon Dana ‘11; Marsha Lee Locke Hanson ‘62 & husband-Carroll; Amy Sturdevant Williams ‘01 & Fei Wu ‘01 Back Cover: Fryeburg Academy-Photo by Rachel Andrews Damon ‘76
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