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1998 Distinguished Alumni
Sheary Grant Money in Use
Lewisburg Teachers Named in "Who's Who"
New Board Members
Scholarship Update
Message From the Class of 1958
In Condolence
Annual Meeting
Spaghetti Dinner to be Held
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1998 Distinguished Alumni

Robert Donehower graduated in the class of 1936. He continued his education at Bucknell University, graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1942. From 1943 to 1945 he served in World War II and after returning to Lewisburg, Bob became involved in numerous local activities. He owned and operated Donehower's Sporting Goods and served as a Union County Commissioner from 1980 to 1988, serving as Chairman from 1984 to 1988. He remains proud of his progressive, constructive approach to county coverment that helped enable Union County to lead the way for other counties. Bob was one of the founders of the Lewisburg Little League in the early 1950's, is a member of the Rotary Club where he served as president in 1950 and is a lifetime member of both the Presbyterian Church and the William Cameron Engine Company. He was married to Lucy Eisenhower '37.

Richard J. Sterry '47 served in Guam from 1947 to 1950. After returning to Lewisburg, he began work at Pennsylvania House where he stayed for 42 years, retiring in 1991. Richard is a familiar face t many in Lewisburg die to his local activities. He was a president and umpire for Little League Basebell for 15 years and received the Little League Recognition Award in 1991. He was a member of Local 193 for 29 years, serving as treasurer for 27.5 years. He has been a member of the Reformed Baptist Church for 46 years and was a deacon for 6 years. Richard was a scorekeeper for Lewisburh High and Junior High boys basketball teams for 21 years and has been on the chain crew for both Bucknell University and Lewisburg High School football games for 40 years. He and his wife Lois have three children - John, David, and Ruth.

After graduating in 1948, Kenneth Zearfodd continued his education at Bucknell where he received both a bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degree in Mathematics. He also attended the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Business Administration. Throughout a 35 year career at Westinghouse, he had management responsibility for the development and use of large computer based unformation systems and retired in 1988 as corporate director of information resources. He then moved on to Washington, DC where he wstablished a consulting firm and was retained by the General Services Administration to evaluate federal government computer based systems. He has been active in his community by helpng to establish several Boy Scout troops, including one for the physically handicapped. He held leadership positions in Little League Baseball and YMCA Indian Guide programs. Within Westinghouse he organized and administered several computer-oriented Junior Achievement and Boy and Girl Scout Explorer Progeams. Soon after retiring to Jacksonville, he organized and chaired local community and citizen groups. Most recently he co-founded and developed the Jacksonville School of Bridge, chartered in Florida as a federally tax-exempt community service corporation. The school currently provides educational and social opportunities for over 400 dues-paying members and countless non-members as well.

Sheary Grant Money in Use

The books, maps, calculators, CD ROM towers, art equipment, broadcasting equipment and fitness equipment have arrived and are being used in the daily education curriculum of the Lewisburg Middle and High School students. Again, our thanks to the Edna M. Sheary Trust selection committee for generously providing these educational tools.

They're GREAT!!!!!

Seven Lewisburg teachers are named in the fifth edition of "Who's Who Among America's Teachers 1998:" Jonathan Clark, math; Nanette Jarrett, home economics; Valerie Mike, Spanish; Rudy Mummey, German; Linda Nuttall, English; Dale Orris, instrumental music and band; Kenda Roth, phys ed. Mrs. Mike, Mrs. Nuttall and Mr. Orris have been honored in more than one edition. Mr. Orris has since accepted a position in the Williamsport School District.

The teachers were selected by former students who themselves are currently listed in "Who's Who Among American High School Students" or "The National Dean's List." These students were requested to nominate teachers who "made a difference in their lives" by helping to shape their values, inspiring interest in a particular subject and by challening them to strive for excellence. Many students commented about the enthuiasm and knowledge their teachers demonstrated in the classroom and many praised their teachers for their ability to relate to them on both a personal and professional level.

New Board Members

We heartily welcome Dan Voneida '68 and Jerri Kost-Brouse '88 to the Alumni Association and Foundation Boards. They join Barbara Baylor '64, treasurer; Judy Bechtel '56; Bob Brouse '58; Trish Epler '68, secretary pro temps; Angelo Giunta '58, president; Shirly Gromlich '56; Jane Hayward '66; Jodi Jarrett '75, vice president; Linda McKissick '59; Elsie Morris '57; David Powell '60; Graham Showalter '58; Bonnie Voneida '73 and Jim Wetzel '58.

Scholarship Update

The goal is $100,000.00 by the year 2000! What we have in gifts and pledges as of November 1 is $22,085.00. The investment committee recommended that the funds be invested in two Vanguard accounts - a Money Market account and a Windsor II. We were affected by the down turn of the stock market in the Windsor fund, but will regain our position over time. A complete accounting will be made available at the December 3 annual meeting and will be published in the next newsletter.

Many thanks to all who have contributed to the fund. Lewisburg graduates will benefit from your generosity. A special thanks to the Class of 1938 who "passed the hat" at their reunion and quickly raised $225.00. Also getting special accolades is the Class of 1958 who sent a special letter with the announcement of their reunion asking for support of the scholarship fund. Their goal is $58,000.00 in the next ten years. When tallying the gifts of by Class, they certainly come out the winners! (Editor's Note: I on't know if they have challenged any other classes but the Scholarship Fund would certainly benefit if they would. Would another class like to challenge them???)

The Scholarship Committee is now working on the criteria for receiving the award. Any suggestions should be send to the committee at P.O. Box 38, Lewisburg, PA 17837.

From the Class of 1958

Our 40th Class reunion on October 3 was another great success. The weekend started with the Homecoming football game against Hughesville followed by a gathering at the new Lewisburg Hotel. The reminiscing continued into Saturday evening's donner at the Bull Run Inn, where Mr. John Dohmann, Mrs. Norman Falck, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Himmelreich, Mr. and Mrs. George Custer, Mrs. Betty Ingwers, adn Mr. and Mrs. George Pardoe were guests. Jim Reigle presented a terrific slide show with pictures from past reunions. Amazingly enough, we found that we haven't changed a single bit! The renewing from friendships continued at Bill and Barb Brouse Kugler's home with scrumptious snacks and desserts. We now have $10,000.00 towards our goal of $58,000.00 for the Scholarship Fund. Please consider making a pledge of $50.00 a year for ten years. Of course, any amount is appreciated for this very worthy cause. We've decided that five years is too long between get-togethers - we're planning a 60th birthday bash in October of 2000! Watch your mail!

In Condolence

We have learned that the following classmates have passed away since our last newsletter. Our condolences to their families.

Annual Meeting December 3, 1998

The Board of Directos of the LAHS Alumni Association and the LAHS Foundation announce that the Annual Meeting for each organization will be held at the Lewisburg Middle School on December 3 at 7pm in the cafeteria. At that time, the Board will present several changes to the by-laws for the members' consideration and complete treasurer's reports of both organizations as well as the Scholarship investments. Retiring Board members will be recognized and new Board members will be introduced, as well as any additional business that may be brought by the membership.

Spaghetti Dinner: May 18, 1999

It's never too early to mark your calendar for the next LAHS Alumni Association Spaghetti Dinner always held at the Lewisburg Middle School cafeteria each election day! The Spring election will be Tuesday, May 18, 1999. We raised $1,400.00 at the November 3 dinner with the proceeds to be used for additional technology equipment. 333 people enjoyed the delicious spaghetti prepared by the very capable cooks - Angelo Giunta, Jodi Jarrett, Elsie Morris, Linda McKissick, Dan Voneida, Shirley Gromlich, Trish Epler and Bob Brouse.

Remember, take out is always available.

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