I received the following message from classmate John Ragatz (aka “Rags”) with a link to a incredible video, produced by ESPN. I thought it was worth posting to share with everyone.
Note: This video clip is about 12 minutes long, but well worth the time.
Chuck R.
Wow, what a video. Not only does this young man’s achievement humble you and makes you consider your own blessings, but he truly epitomizes the meaning of courage, strength, perseverance and the human spirit. I know that you will be very glad that you watched this to the end… Possibly the very best 10 minutes you will spend today!
If you play Golf, you should watch this video…… If you don’t play Golf, you should watch this video……. If you ever had a dream, please watch this video……….. If you have never had a dream, please watch……… CLICK THE LINK BELOW !
http://vodpod.com/watch/1165857-walk-on-espn-video
Feel free to add your comments if you wish. ChuckR
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Featuring Judy Conklin, Jack Morrell, Ann Clark, Eugene Brown and Johnette Kennedy.
I received the following message from Giorgio Sinigaglia today:
“Dear Chuck,
I have just sent my contribution for the Ash Street Project.
One year is passed, but I am feeling again the same kind of excitement I had prior to my departure to Madison.
Hope that all of you are in good health.
Please note that, unfortunately, I have been forced to modify my e-mail address.
With my best regards.
Giorgio”
Anyone that would like Giorgio’s new email can contact me anytime.
This change has been made in the directory database.
ChuckR
I have added the obituary notice that appeared in the Wisconsin State Journal today (June 21, 2009) to the post about Judy’s passing.
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Thanks to classmate Chuck Lanphear for providing this video clip.
Here are his comments that accompanied the video file:
“This is a pianist from Switzerland who plays some of the best Boogie Woogie anywhere.
He is so BIG over there, they hold a week-long Boogie Woogie contest every year and all the best players in the world are invited. In this video he is joined by 2 amazing dancers.
Turn up the volume, watch and give it a listen! If you experience any trouble tapping your foot to the beat, you had better hurry and schedule an appointment with your physician. Now that is what I call some real dancing.”
I received the following card in the mail today (June 19th): Note: The date to participate in this phase has been extended to June 30, 2009.
Chuck R
Featuring Jim Bakken, Joanna Paddock, Lois Clarenbach, Hope Dahle, Natalie “Joan” Nordness, Roger Wiebe
After sending out the last Classmate News email broadcast, using the most current email addresses that I have, messages to these classmates were returned as undeliverable:
- Frank Swanson
- Bill Schoeneberg
- Jacqueline Patzer Overland
- Craig Washa
- Patricia Schneider Hoffman
If anyone knows of a “working email” that they have for any of these classmates, let me know so that I update my distribution list, and directory database.
Thanks for your help!
Chuck R
Featuring Gerald Paulson, Patty Schneider, and Frank Swanson.
It is with sincere regrets that I share with you the following message that I received from Judy (Dornfeld) Danca today:
“Blythe, one of Judy’s daughters, called me tonight to let me know that Judy passed away Sunday after a courageous battle against ovarian cancer. If you remember Judy had her flight set, and was planning on coming to our 50th, when fate had another plan. Many of you signed the card at the reunion, and others sent her EMails. Blythe thanks all of you. I talked to Judy frequently, and was told that after her surgery that the prognosis was not encouraging. She went through the routine of chemo and was told that they would do more testing in January. By January the cancer had spread and she was given six months. Judy tried one more chemo and could not handle it. Blythe moved back home. Mother’s Day was not good so hospice was brought in. Judy was quite miserable her last week, and was ready to meet John again. The complete obituary should be in the Wisconsin State Journal, on Sunday, June 21st. Donations can be made to www. elephants.com. Blythe is living at 158 Woodstream Ct., New Hope, PA 18938. Her phone is X-XXX-XXX-XXXX or EMail XXX@XXXXXXX”
Note: for obvious privacy reasons, I have removed the phone number and email address Judy Danca provided. Should any classmate wish to contact Blythe via email or phone, contact me, and I’ll gladly provide them.
Classmates are welcome to add their comments to this post by clicking on the “Comments” caption below. To add your comment requires that a name and email addres be provided. The email address is not published. Nothing is required in the “Web site” field.
John Lorimer has indicated that he is sending the traditional card and memorial contribution to the family on behalf of the class.
ChuckR
Judy’s obituary notice will be added to this post, when it is published. ChuckR
Update - 06/21/09 - Below is the obituary notice that appeared in the Wisconsin State Journal on 06/21/09:
General Interest Posts, Video - General Interest | Chuck Radke | June 30, 2009 | 
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