Class of 1970 Digital Memory Book

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Contents 2. Introduction, In 1970...

3. Campus map 4. Campus photos 8. Class of 1970 (alphabetical)

Kent State University Class of 1970, Happy 50th anniversary and congratulations on this significant milestone! We hope this memory book will help you fondly reminisce about your time at Kent State, what you have accomplished over the past 50 years and the meaningful friendships you formed since setting foot on campus. This memory book also serves as a great way to catch up with your fellow Golden Flashes and learn about their favorite Kent State memories.

We would like to extend a special thank you to Lee Kamps, Nick Phillips and Tom Stephan who were this year’s committee volunteers and instrumental to the success of the Class of 1970 reunion.

In celebrating this milestone, we hope you create new memories that will last a lifetime, reconnect with old friends, forge new relationships and rekindle your blue and gold spirit.

Flashes Forever, Kent State Alumni

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In 1970...

The cost of attending Kent State in 1970, including tuition, fees, room and board, was approximately $1,362.

Musical artists such as The Association, Ray Charles, Donovan, Jose Feliciano, Ritchie Havens, David Ruffin and Sly and the Family Stone played on campus.

Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young recorded “Ohio” in response to the May 4 shootings.

Kent State program enrollment reached 21,000.

Pollution was the focus of “Think Week, ’70”, where speakers provoked thought on the effects of air and water pollution.

The 12-story University Library opened, becoming the tallest building in Portage County.

Map of campus from 1970

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A group of students congregate around the Victory Bell

Architecture students building Geodesic Dome 4

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Kent State Airport at Andrew Paton Field

Business Administration building construction

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Members of the Blossom Theatre Company meet on the lawn

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The Don Drumm sculpture between the Pagoda and Taylor Hall

Aerial view of the Library and Student Center construction

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Parking ticket

Dining

Professor of health and physical education, Lawrence A. Golding (left), in the physiology lab. Photograph appears on page 208 of A Book of Memories 6

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Aerial photograph of Small Group Housing

Ice Arena building

Chuck Ayers Takes a Look at KSU

Administration Building and Hilltop Drive

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Lorrie J. Accettola Spouse: Lori Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Norfolk Southern, Conrail, Penn Central, Pennsylvania Railroad and Mister Donut Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Hanging around the Hub with friends The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Five children Contact Information: 440-563-9216 lorace1@yahoo.com 4755 Hoffman Road, Rock Creek, OH 44984

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Judith F. (Orrick) Arbes Retired?: No Contact Information: arbesa@aol.com 175 Rocky Ridge Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102

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Jeannine (Linton) Bergeman Spouse: Denny Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Bellevue City Schools, Bellevue, Ohio; Norwalk City Schools, Norwalk, Ohio Contact Information: 419-706-0331 humptydumptytoo@yahoo.com 1851 S. Douglas Ave., Port Clinton, OH 43452

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Kathleen A. (Deucher) Brown Spouse: Irvin L. Brown Retired? Yes Where have you worked? U.S. Army Nurse Corps Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I lived in Terrace Hall freshman and sophomore year. Poot's Store was right across the street from our dorm and my friends and I enjoyed the food they prepared. We visited every Sunday evening after the cafeteria closed... I remember 25 flavors of milkshakes!!!

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: My 24-year career in the Army Nurse Corps was both enriching and exciting.

It afforded me the opportunity to savor the intricacies of foreign cultures, food and travel, as well as allowed me to earn my master’s degree in Advanced Nursing Practice and Hospital Administration on scholarship.

Contact Information: 623-455-8100 kathybro11@cox.net 12707 W. Cambridge Ave., Avondale, AZ 85392

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Barbara Cappetti-Opatry Spouse: Robert Opatry Retired? No Where have you worked? City of Lakewood & Positive Education Program Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: The house I shared on N. Depeyster The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: My three daughters and five grandsons Contact Information: 216-246-8446 bop44140@yahoo.com 4218 Lucinda Court, Lorain, OH 44053

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Naomi (Zeigler) Davis Spouse: George Davis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Social Security Administration, Friendship School Contact Information: 301-606-4786 njdavis3@aol.com 9144 Liberty Village Way, Union Bridge, MD 21791

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Loretta (Yannucci) De Santis Spouse: Dennis De Santis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Fairfax County Public Schools, Lakeview Local schools, Niles City Schools, Youngstown Public Schools Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Making long-time friends The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Many good and wonderful things have happened, such as having a great career as a school librarian, living overseas in Iran and Rwanda, and best of all, being a mom and grandma!

Contact Information: 703-623-0477 Loretds@gmail.com 9215 Jeffery Road, Great Falls, VA 22066

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Bruce Dzeda Spouse: Christine Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Kent City Schools; Cleveland Hts. Schools; University Hts. Schools; Beachwood City Schools, etc.

Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Having a great roommate in brand-new, small-scale Harbourt; the beauty of campus in October The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Getting a teaching job when I needed it most, in part because I was a KSU graduate‌ "and we know Kent State turns out great teachers" Contact Information: bruce759@yahoo.com 422 Park Ave., Kent, OH 44240

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Albert W. Erickson Spouse: Cathy Retired? Yes Where have you worked? The Ohio Company/Fifth Third Securities Vice President of Public Finance Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I think the time we all spent together talking and laughing while we were completely free of responsibility and obligation. It was a magical time in our lives.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: I’m not sure about the best thing that happened, but one of the smartest things that I did was to join ROTC and serve in the military. While I did not serve long, it impacted my life in so many ways.

Contact Information: 614-371-6197 erickson4656@gmail.com 7708 Fulmar Drive, Dublin, OH 43017

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David Paul Ferry Retired? Yes Where have you worked? University of Texas, Livingston Independent School District (Livingston, Texas), Brussels American School (Brussels, Belgium), University of Maryland The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Living in Belgium Contact Information: david_paul_ferry@hotmail.com 2845 NE 9th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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Wilbert L. "Trell" Gentry Retired? Yes Contact Information: 241 Lofton Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28311

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Toni (Martino) Hagerman Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Pittsford Central School District (Pittsford, NY) Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: My student teaching experience with Dorothy “Zak” – my college supervisor.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Professionally, serving as President of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.

Contact Information: 585-396-0039 hagermans@aol.com

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Charles E. "Chuck" Henry Spouse: Laurel S. Henry Retired? Yes Where have you worked? U.S. Air Force (USAF), Continental Air Lines, Express One Air Line, FedEx Express Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: The fun I had in the Aerospace Technology Lab and flying in the AF ROTC FIP program out at the KSU Airport The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Meeting my wife in 1986, my three children, getting my USAF wings in 1970 and receiving my degree in Aerospace Technology in 1970 –in that order.

Contact Information: 432-697-5119 cehpilot@gmail.com 2814 Andover Ave., Midland, TX 79705

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John Lesky Spouse: Karen Manchester Lesky Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Elmira City School District Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Meeting my wife The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Having three great children Contact Information: 607-742-8976 3123 Saralake Drive N., Sarasota, FL 34239

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Gordon Maas Spouse: Maureen Harrington Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Portage County Welfare Dept.; New Child Center, Kent, OH; Hudson Montessori; Litchfield Montessori, Litchfield, CT; Henson Valley Montessori, Temple Hills, MD; Bermuda Montessori; River Valley Montessori, Newburyport, MA; Ruffing Montessori, Cleveland Heights, OH Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Too many to mention!! My SAE experience was great, our Greek softball team, the Electric Cream Cheese, Water Street bars and music The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Meeting and marrying the love of my life, Maureen Harrington, and having five children and eight grandchildren between us; retiring in Pasadena, CA Contact Information: 216-798-0743 Gmaas7025@gmail.com 290 N. Hudson Ave., Apt. 110 W, Pasadena, CA 91101

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Michael Major Spouse: Shirley Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI; Kansas City, MO Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Spring mud fights on the commons, concert weekends, football games and Stopher Hall dorm life The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: GREAT family and friends Contact Information: mjmajor4209@att.net 4904 Ashbey, Saint Joseph, MO 64506

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Paul McClintock Spouse: Elizabeth McClintock Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Streetsboro Schools, Plymouth-Shiloh Schools Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: The college atmosphere, the friendships The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: I graduated on June 13, 1970 and got married June 20. We just celebrated our 50th anniversary.

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Linda (Miles) Morgan Spouse: Eugene "Dave" Morgan Retired? No Where have you worked? Puskarich Public Library Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I would say my favorite memory would be the whole Kent State experience— living in a dorm, classes, hanging out downtown and lots of new friends.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: The best thing that happened to me in the last 50 years would be my family; marrying my husband Dave Morgan and giving birth to my daughter, Cherilynn, in 1976 and my son, Dewey, in 1979.

Contact Information: 740-942-4056 morgan51_98@yahoo.com 905 E. Market St., Cadiz, OH 43907

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John Nakoneczny Spouse: Sharon Retired? Yes Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Beer Blasts and Sly and Family Stone Concert The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: My wife, Sharon, and raising two fine boys Contact Information: 440-777-7557 johnnak1@hotmail.com 5466 Dorothy Drive, North Olmsted, OH 44070

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Tim Nighswander Spouse: Diane Nighswander Retired? No Where have you worked? IMAGING4ART The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Three sons and a wonderful wife Contact Information: 203-214-7985 tnighswander@gmail.com 338 Still Hill Road, Hamden, CT 06518

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William Ockunzzi Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Executive Director, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council; Vice President, Wade-Trim; Vice President, Reynolds, Smith & Hill; President, Ockunzzi & Associates Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Kove The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Kids and grandchildren; travel to 40 countries; elected mayor, Indian Rocks Beach, Fla.

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Sally (Adgate) Pearl Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Pan American World Airways & United Airlines The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Layovers in international cities as a flight attendant Contact Information: 949-400-3725 sallypearl33@gmail.com 33 Wintermist, Irvine, CA 92614

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William "Bill" Pearsol Spouse: Margie Whitis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? I was a teacher and counselor for 13 years and then spent 28+ years as a Labor Relations Consultant with the Ohio Education Association.

Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: My freshman and sophomore years as a resident of "Anita" corridor in the old Johnson Residence Hall.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Raising both of my daughters.

My older daughter was a 1995 KSU grad and is now an attorney and my younger daughter is a 2000 WVU graduate and a teacher. I also married my amazing wife, Margie, in 2012 at the age of 63. I am blessed with 3 grandchildren and 4 step-grandchildren, ranging in age from 14 to 26.

Contact Information: 614-361-9148 bpoealrc@aol.com 480 Trillium Drive, Galloway, OH 43119

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Sue (Somplack) Pechkurow Spouse: Sam Pechkurow Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Teacher in Champion, Ohio Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Dorm life The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Being a grandmother Contact Information: 330-219-5674 Superscooper3@aol.com 12920 W. San Pablo Drive, Sun City West, AZ 85375

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Dolores Pinchot Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Taught biology and English; worked in cystic fibrosis and hepatic and breast cancer research labs Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I loved front campus, lilac lane in the spring, eating dinner at places around Kent and traveling to Mexico and Hawaii for class courses.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Spending time with family Contact Information: dpinchot@yahoo.com 23691 Greenwood Road, Euclid, OH 44117

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John B. Planchard Spouse: Frances Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Mitchell Family Corporation Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Graduating The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Moving to Texas Contact Information: Jplancharf@aol.com 302 Heather Lane, Oak Ridge North, TX 77385

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Robert Rees Spouse: Carolyn Retired? Yes Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: On the fencing team The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Performing in Mexico and getting married Contact Information: 330-819-5212 Magicrees@aol.com 3935 Holiday Drive, Norton, OH 44203

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Rebecca (Park) Reese Spouse: Roger Reese (deceased, 2001) Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Jefferson Area Local Secondary School Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Fire drills at Beall Hall in the middle of the night Contact Information: 440-645-8527 Teach12th@yahoo.com 106 N. Market St., Jefferson, OH 44047

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Laurie Richards Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Marriott & Hilton Contact Information: 216-571-2211 laurierichards@juno.com 541 Azalea Circle, Northfield Center, OH 44067

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Richard Ruggles Retired? No Where have you worked? Lorain Catholic High School for 34 years and currently in my 17th year at Our Lady of the Elms School Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I enjoyed working at Lake Hall cafeteria, staying up all night and acting silly with friends to find out if Hubert Humphrey won the presidency in 1968. I also got chased into Stopher Hall by the National Guard on Saturday, May 2, 1970.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: I traveled to 49 states, British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec. I have also been to Spain, France, England, Germany and Italy.

Contact Information: 216-529-0421 antoine346@aol.com 1266 Belle Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107

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Bruce M. Schorsten Spouse: Marcia (Bailey) Schorsten Retired? No Where have you worked? Realtor in Canton, Ohio Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: It was a time of change for our campus and our country. Our beliefs changed and we grew up.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Everyone will say the birth of their children, outside of that, it would be the marriage I enjoy every day.

Contact Information: 330-802-6512 bruceschorsten@gmail.com 1045 Stone Crossing NE, Canton, OH 44721

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Barbara Schulman Spouse: John Landis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? 41-year career as an art teacher at the following school and universities: • • • • • •

1970-1974 - Greensburg Elementary School; Greensburg, Ohio 1974-1976 - Kent State while working on my MFA in fiber arts 1976-1979 - Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond, Virginia 1979-1986 - Weber University; Ogden, Utah 1986-1992 - North Carolina State University; Raleigh, North Carolina 1992- 2011 - Kutztown University; Kutztown, Pennsylvania

Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: I don’t have one particular memory, but many: being terribly shy and scared when I first arrived as a freshman and almost flunking out my first semester; seeing the art studios for the first time was so exciting and I immediately felt I belonged there; I have a vivid memory of laying out a huge paper roll, and sending it down the dorm hallway about 15 feet to work on one of my first art assignments, draw a flower pot 100 different ways – I was in heaven and with each drawing, my ideas kept getting better and better. Not a positive memory, but an influential one: I was on campus, May 4, 1970, during the shootings and looked at the dead to see if one was my husband, none were. This experience was significant because it created the pursuit of social justice as artist, teacher and human throughout my life.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: My life is grounded by my love of making, exhibiting and seeing art, having had a stimulating teaching career; love of travel; and a life with my wonderful artist-husband, John Landis, for 27 years.

Contact Information: 610-730-2494 threadme2@gmail.com 1108 Resolution Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 barbaraschulman.com Class of 1970 Memory Book

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George P. Smith Spouse: Karen A. Smith Retired? No Where have you worked? Roadway Express Corporate Office and I currently own a dry cleaning business.

Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Parking my 1964 Buick next to the ROTC building on Summit Street, then running across campus to my classes The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Got married, have a wonderful daughter and good health Contact Information: taylorjamesgps@aol.com 133 Hatch Road, Wadsworth, OH 44281

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Shirley (Grandey) Snyder Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne, IN

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Russell Wahlers Spouse: Jane Wiechel Retired? No Where have you worked? BF Goodrich, John Carroll University, University of Notre Dame, Ball State University Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Morning coffee at Captain Brady’s The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Having two great children Contact Information: 765 215-0310 rwahlers@bsu.edu 2501 W. Sacramento Drive, Muncie, IN 47303

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Ichiro Yamaoda Spouse: Sandra Lynn Yamaoda Retired? Yes Where have you worked? United Airlines Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Taking the campus bus to classes The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Getting a dream job due to my education from Kent State Contact Information: 925-519-9596 iyamaoda@comcast.net 3405 Byron Court, Pleasanton, CA 94588

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George A. Yanthis Spouse: Robin Jacobs-Yanthis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? U.S. Magistrate Judge, Southern District of New York, 1997-2013; Assistant U.S. Attorney, Northern District of New York, 1980-1997 Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: Activities with brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: Marriage to wife Robin; birth of two daughters, Yasmin and Lauren; and birth of four grandchildren, Yasmin, Mekhi, Kelsey and Kayla Contact Information: 608-774-8569 nzolidis@gmail.com 525 Avellino Isles Circle #33101, Naples, FL 34119

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Nancy (Ritter) Zolidis Retired? Yes Where have you worked? Montgomery Associates: Resource Solutions, LLC Your favorite memory of your time at Kent State: My favorite memories include the relationships with classmates, roommates and professors.

The best thing that has happened to you in the last 50 years: The best thing that has happened to me in the last 50 years is raising a family and seeing them raise their families.

Contact Information: 608-774-8569 nzolidis@gmail.com 525 Avellino Isles Circle #33101, Naples, FL 34119

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