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Page 1: Biography Book - ReunionDB - Home Cherry Creek High and CSU graduate, Randy had a long career with American Family Insurance Co. Survived by sons Robert Pearson Acsell and Randy Mitchell

Biography Book

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Mary (Heather) Agnew Class of '74 [email protected]

David Allen Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Partner in Willliam Allen CompanyFamily: Married to Sally 1984, Daughter Tanya and Son John

Interests: Cooking and eating, adventuring and all things family.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have spent most of my years in the Denver area and currently live in Littleton. Since graduation I have worked construction, driven a steam locomotive, a little river guiding, spent years at Craig Hospital and even more at the family business. Sally and I married in 84 and brought our two children home from Kazakhstan on our 10th anniversary. Since becoming a Dad I have coached just about every sport and gone from Den Mom to Scoutmaster. With the kids becoming adults I have picked up a second job working at concerts, Bronco and Avalanche games.

Randy Acsell Class of '74

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Born in Denver January 3, 1956, Randy completed his earthly journey and went home to the Lord December 6, 2010. A Cherry Creek High and CSU graduate, Randy had a long career with American Family Insurance Co. Survived by sons Robert Pearson Acsell and Randy Mitchell Acsell II, Castle Rock, Colo., parents Raymond Acsell and Edith Peters Acsell, Denver, former wife Doreen Larsh Acsell, Castle Rock, CO, siblings Jeffrey Acsell (Jean), Mt. Pleasant, SC, Tracie Flke (Richard), Sacramento, CA, and Susan Mikkelson (Paul), Littleton, CO, and numerous extended family and friends.

Keann Alexander BrownClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: puppet builder at ministry based companyFamily: married 36 yrs, 3 stepchildren, 3 grandchildren, 2 dogs, 1 cat, roomful of fish

Interests: just began a long time wished for crafting experience... stained glass! Love It!

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I've spent the majority of the past 40 years working for a children's ministry supplier building puppets that span the globe reaching out to kids of all ages with the message of Jesus' gospel and as director of a puppet team that does the same locally. I am currently in training to go to Africa on a mission trip in February teaching business principles alongside Biblical ones. I'm looking forward to that. I am a breast cancer survivor of 2 years. Wasn't looking forward to that so much, but with the support of my husband, Larry, my church family and my funny little dogs, life is pretty good.

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Seneca (Eugene) Anderson Class of '74 [email protected]

Mary Arrington Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Elementary TeacherFamily: No children

Interests: Travel; international/local trips; home design, art, Broncos, Rockies, Nuggets

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I’ve moved around a lot in 40 years and have taught lots of kids. My first class of fifth graders from Rock Springs, Wyoming are now 45 years old. That is frightening. I’ve also been fortunate to teach in Durango, Seattle and Denver. Now Louisville is my home and I am not planning another move since I just remodeled my kitchen. I substitute teach in NW Denver at my old school. I continue to travel all over the world and I am always thinking of my next trip while counting my Mileage Plus Miles. I am currently single.

John Anderson Class of '74 [email protected]

Bonnie Arent LorenzClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Acupuncture for 23 yearsFamily: Phillip- aged 27, Nick- aged 24. Mother- 92 and my three siblings still alive.

Interests: Health, being outdoors, hiking, rafting, food, friends

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Graduated in 73 to go explore the world. Life is still getting explored in different ways. Have been settled in Corvallis since 1985- been a single mom, have a great acupuncture practice and live in a beautiful place. Raising two sons and supporting them and their soccer teams to regional tournaments was great fun with great people. Rafting the Grand Canyon was one of the most magical things I have done and places I have been. Living each day fully and enjoying the expected and unexpected keeps me on my toes. Many silly tales of life way back to Holly Ridge Elementary school.

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Peter (Pax) Axelson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Rehabilitation EngineerFamily: My daughter Ria and I live in the Carson Valley where we host family and friends

Interests: We enjoy our church, skiing, swimming, kayaking and flying here in the Sierras

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I was injured during a training accident at the US Air Force Academy. I ended up studying engineering / product design and started a company to manufacture adaptive ski equipment that I had designed in college. I never imagined that sit-skiing would become a Paralympic sport and allow me to race on the US Disabled Ski Team. I run Beneficial Designs, testing and designing adaptive equipment and writing accessibility standards for outdoor recreation. Ria and I are blessed to be part of a close and supportive church family at Grace Community Church here in Minden, NV. w/ Grace, Mercy and Peace

Simmie Baer Class of '74

Robert Asher Class of '74 [email protected]

Charles (Charley) Babb Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Real Estate Investment BankingFamily: Wife - Tandy Children - Adrienne (28), Jenny (27), Robert (24), Melanie (22)

Interests: Faith, Family, Friends, Golf, Fly Fishing, Tennis, Cooking, Dancing, Movies

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have been incredibly blessed by God in so many ways. I tell people I am the richest man in the world if you don't consider money. My beautiful wife of 30 years is my best friend and soul mate. We have four wonderful children who fill our lives with joy. After college and grad school, I settled in Dallas from 1981-2000. We have family and many friends from our wonderful time there. In 2000 we moved back to Denver and all 4 of our kids went to Cherry Creek High School. I can't imagine living anywhere else in the world as we love Colorado with the amazing family and friends that we enjoy here.

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Kenneth (Ken) Barnes Class of '74 [email protected]

Julia (Julie) Benton MillerClass of '74 [email protected]

Family: I am married to Patrick Miller for 29 years with 2 daughters 25 and 23

Interests: Gardening and traveling

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: We live in Greenwood Village, both our daughters attended Cherry Creek schools. They played soccer and BB at CCHS, and who would believe a Girls 21 singer would have such athletic girls? I loved attending CU. I'm proud my Dad helped bring CO Rockies Baseball to CO as a founding owner. My husband and I relived our college days by traveling to Arizona and Penn State to participate in our daughters' college experiences. Enjoy the reunion, we will be in MI for the MI/Penn State game. Life is great!

Eric Bard Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: GeophysicistFamily: I have one son Nicky that lives in Portland, OR after graduating from PSU.

Interests: Skiing, music, languages, urban bycycling

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduating from Western State in '78 I began working in geophysics living in Madrid, Bogota and Curitiba, Brazil. But primarily in Denver.

Edie Beier BellClass of '74 [email protected]

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Clark Bernie Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Phil Boe Class of '74 [email protected]

Lori Bergman ZorichClass of '74

Occupation: Preschool teacherFamily: Married Tim Zorich my high school sweetheart in 1980 and we have 3 grown sons.

Interests: I enjoy hiking, walking and reading.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Like many 74's we settled in to raising a family which included school, soccer and other sports as well as travelling when possible. We are active in our church Littleton Bible Chapel and teach Sunday School and enjoy our friends there. We have lived in Aurora, CO for 35 years. We stay in touch with several close high school friends including the Schmitzs and McCanns.

Robert Bevans Class of '74 [email protected]

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Thomas Bredesen Class of '74 [email protected]

Anne Brown ComstockClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Director, Butler Institute for Families Family: Hubby, Jim. Kids Spence Nick Andrew. 5 grand kids

Interests: Music, still singing! Theater, getting outdoors, volunteering, travel, family

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Happily married, 17 years. Healthy, active lifestyle with kids, grand kids and family. Love to travel, in particular abroad. Very challenging job leading the Butler Institute for Families at the University of Denver.

Mary (Penny) Boone MarchandClass of '74 [email protected]

Lars Brink Class of '74 [email protected]

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Teri Carlile JonesClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: disabledFamily: Blended family of 7 kids and 11 grandkids its awesome!

Interests: A vet tech for 20 yrs I love animals and love to cook. Plants are my thing too.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: One of my my most memorable experiences in my life was meeting and marrying my husband Bill. Though married prior for 23 year's, the last 12 have been the happiest most spiritual I have experienced in my entire life. On the flip side, I suffered a TBI from a fall in 2005. To summerize, my personality took a 180, my short term memory is like a pea, my long term somewhat better. Having an off sense of time is something you never get used to and my math is slow...many other things combined, having been an avid reader I no longer pick up a book. All my life good and bad have made up me.

Jennell Chouinard FlemingClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Business AnalystFamily: Married with two sons, DJ and Chase. One beautiful granddaughter, Ella.

Interests: Gardening, painting and quilting.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Stayed and worked in the Denver area since graduating. Enjoy everything that has to do with family.

Bruce Byrd Class of '74 [email protected]

Julie Carroll KirkpatrickClass of '76

Family: John Anderson,brother in law. Cindy Carroll Anderson,sister

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Blane Clark Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CPAFamily: Cathy - Wife of 36 years, Daughter Aubrey, Son Mike and two grandsons

Interests: Camping, Hiking, Fishing

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Working as a CPA got the opportunity to work in Colorado and California, worked with the U.S. Olympic committee and the last 22 years as a forensic accountant and valuing businesses in the Colorado Springs area. We love the community, our church, family and friends. Can't wait to see all my old friends!

Sharon (Shari) Clendenen GilletteClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Aviation Insurance - Lockton CompaniesFamily: Husband: Neil; kids: Sarah (Ben),Andrew (Jillian),Kevin,Hannah; Grandkid: Phoebe

Interests: Scottish Highland Dance; church choir; Littleton Symphony; ballet; embroidery

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Mostly due to our involvement in Highland Dancing & various bagpipe bands over the past 40+ years, we've traveled a bunch (can't wait to go back to Europe!), become friends with lots of cool people & have had a huge variety of experiences. Our kids are great (all grads of CCHS, except Hannah, who is a CCHS Senior this year). Many memorable life experiences; 2 things stick out at right now: holding my precious granddaughter for the 1st time nearly 8 years ago, & running down during a sudden hail storm after summiting Mt Bierstadt, with a tornado touching down next door on Mt Evans 2 years ago!

Genevieve (Jenny) Christman Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Homemaker/Property ManagerFamily: Three adult children: Dan (33 married), Julie(30) Reed(26) Three grandchildren

Interests: Babysitting grandchildren. Golf, volunteering, gardening, bridge and travel.

June Clarke PenceClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Airline Sales AgentFamily: Married to Bill, we have one daughter, Olivia.

Interests: Interior design, travel, reading.

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Catherine Cockerham HilkerClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Sales Manager Family: Husband, 3 adult children, 2 grandchildren.

Interests: Time with family, running, tennis, yoga, cooking and travel.

Steven Delaney Class of '74 [email protected]

Laurel Clow GraysonClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Small business owner: equestrian traininFamily: Two kids make 26 yrsFemale 23 yrs

Interests: Skiing, snowmobiling. Swimming. Having Fun

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: All

Kathleen (Kathy) Day HoenigClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: ConsultantFamily: Four children - 1 boy (33), 3 girls (22, 24, 30). One granddaughter - 14 mo.

Interests: Traveling, reading, hiking, skiing, volunteering

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Have travelled, lived and studied extensively abroad. Speak fluent Spanish and German. BA Production Control, MBA Marketing, MA Curriculum and Instruction. HR Manager, Elementary School Teacher. Currently consult in field of education to local school districts in training and development.

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James Devries Class of '74 [email protected]

Mary (Kim) Downing Class of '74 [email protected]

Rhonda Devlin RitterClass of '74 [email protected]

Michael Dewitt Class of '74 [email protected]

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Penny East McBainClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired hospice nurseFamily: Two children 26 and 24 yrs old. Dtr (26) lives in Germany, son (24) lives in CO

Interests: Travel, friends, kids, new restaurants, my Buddhist practice,(29yrs).

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Travel to Europe several times, India two yrs ago was very interesting because I lived with friends and experienced daily life in a very different culture. Travel to Bavaria this year to visit my dtr with a side trip to Prague. I've met so many interesting people from so many cultures and appreciate all of my dear friends. Am looking forward to more travel and enjoying life!

Jonna Emery WynkoopClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Flight AttendantFamily: 3 children, 2 grandchildren

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Flying 30+ years so I guess that makes me a Sky Hag. Fly mostly Europe trips which I love. I only fly a couple of trips each month, so I guess that makes me semi retired. Every free minute is spent with grandkids. Look forward to traveling for pleasure one day instead of for work.

Mary (Mary Jane) Drennan Class of '74 [email protected]

Paul Eckhoff Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Music TeacherFamily: Spouse: Kammi Tveitnes Eckhoff. Son: John. Son: Erik. Grandson: Julen

Interests: Music. Reading. Bicycling. Travel. Family.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Vocal Music Teacher in Colorado Springs, K-12. Music Teacher at Pikes Peak Community College. Choir Director at Bethel Lutheran Church.

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Scott Ervin Class of '74 [email protected]

Peggy Evans Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: MediatorFamily: Committed relationship with Rogelio Hernandez Flores.

Interests: People, nature, alternative care, outdoor activity, skiing, still-rollerblading

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Mediator and Restorative Justice Practitioner. Managed a communtity Mediation and RJ program, FACE-to-FACE, currently independent as an RJ Consultant and a mediator primarily for family and workplace conflicts. As a Restorative Justice Practitioner, specializes in the violent crime Victim Offender Dialogues. Legislatively appointed to Colorado's RJ Council, and Probation Advisory Committee. Favorite work/ trips include Providing an RJ training for the Icelandic Ministry of Justice; rafting the Grand Canyon;scuba diving research project off the coast of Israel; Bicyling around Maine.

Sandra (Sandy) Emrich BrockClass of '74 [email protected]

Debra Esmore WashburneClass of '74

Occupation: Community Business Director/Sr LivingFamily: Married Jim Washburne, also from Cherry Creek. One daughter, Emily, now 23.

Interests: Hiking, reading, spending time with good friends.

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Eleen (Ele) Fistell RyanClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Owner To Your Door Burritos by EleFamily: Married to husband Bill for 36 years we have 2 children Leah and Matt

Interests: My company is a burrito delivery service and a one woman show.

Kathy Frevert ColleranClass of '74 [email protected]

Robert (Greg) Fishering Class of '74 [email protected]

Mark Freeman Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: VP National AccountsFamily: Two daughters, 32 & 31. Granddaughter, 9.

Interests: Tennis, golf, skiing, travel.

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Julie Frost CottonClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Piano Tuner/TechnicianFamily: Married, two great daughters, one great son-in-law. All doing well, thank God.

Interests: Still singing, playing the piano, reading. Sometimes riding horses, Yay!

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: As I think about my high school experience, I am grateful for the flexibility we were given. I did so many things in addition to academics, sometimes to the detriment of my academics but life enriching all around. I remember a typical day having music in abundance, sewing experiments, friends out somewhere for lunch, studying at school (almost never at home) and many opportunities for choosing how to use my day. Of course I often chose badly but I guess I did choose well enough to learn something. I thought school was great and the trust they had in us was so brave; unusual today!

Kenneth Gart Class of '74 [email protected]

Wendy Friedman Elderkin-Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: RetailFamily: 2 Sons, 3 Dogs, 2 step children, 5 grandchildren

John Fuller Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Fuller Real EstateFamily: Wife - Marnie Granddaughter - Chelcee

Interests: Our Cabin, Fishing, Working around the house and Playing with our Maltese

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Mr. Stable - Married for over 30 years Worked for the same company for over 30 years Lived in the same house for over 30 years

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Shelley Gibbs KesterClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired teacherFamily: Husband Tom (34 years). Son Brian (32 years old). Daughter Kim (30 years old)

Interests: Travel, reading, water aerobics, seeing old (not meaning age) friends.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: In August of 1979, I moved back to Grand Rapids, MI (which is where I had lived previous to Denver) to begin a job teaching. I met and married Tom and had 2 wonderful kids, that have brought me tremendous joy. After teaching 1st and 2nd grade for 31 years, I retired in June of 2012. While I do miss working with children, I don't miss what the profession has become. Both our kids live out of state, Brian is in Dallas working for a steel company that he has been with for 9 years. Kim is beginning her 3rd year as the Head Women's Golf Coach at Northern Illinois.

Karlin Graham YoungClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CHPT-Certified Pharmacy TechnicianFamily: single, Mother of 3 sons, 25, 28, 30 yrs old

Mark George Class of '74 [email protected]

Marla Ginsburg Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: xxxx

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Susan Haeger Class of '74 [email protected]

Todd Halstead Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Vice President SOX - MUFGFamily: Kirsten (spouse); Sarah (27), Susan (23), Devin (22), Bryn (13)

Interests: Sailing, biking, hiking

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I graduated with a degree in accounting from Drake where I met my first wife Emily. I moved to Chicago and worked at Allstate for 28 before taking a voluntary retirement. I then worked for HSBC for six years, during which time Emily died from breast cancer. We have two daughters, Sarah an art teacher at Fairview High School in Boulder and Susan a music teacher at Rose Hill Elementary School in Commerce City. I remarried last year to my brother's sister in law and have settled in the San Francisco area. She has two children, Devin and Bryn. I am now working at MUFG bank in SF.

Cheryl Gross SaipeClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Pediatrician and President Colorado 3CWFamily: I am married to Hank Saipe and we have 2 children, Zach, 25, and Michelle,21.

Interests: I am passionate about ending puppy mills! I also enjoy walking, hiking, skiing.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I became a pediatrician in 1988. My first job was at Rose Hospital in the ER. In 1999, I joined Rocky Mountain Youth Clinics and have been there since. I learned about the inhumane and cruel treatment of dogs in puppy mills about 5 years ago. I met with other like-minded people and we formed Colorado Citizens for Canine Welfare . 3CW is a 501c3 non-profit and we work to educate people about the connection between puppy mills and the sales dogs in pet shops and from the internet. We believe that there are great dogs available for adoption & waiting for homes in shelters and from rescue groups.

Richard (Dick) Hall Class of '74 [email protected]

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Jon (J.C.) Helmstaedter Class of '74 [email protected]

Sheri Huttner RapaportClass of '74 [email protected]

John Hames Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Television Director/ActorFamily: Dad (1920-2006 ) Lawyer, a !0th Mountain veteran from WW11, Mom ( 1923-2010 )

Interests: I love History. Mom appraised Antiques and that started it. Health and Fitness.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I am most proud of how I took care of my parents.

Scott Humphreys Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Construction Field SuperintendentFamily: Wife-Cathy, Sons-Seth and Joseph, Daughters-Kim and Jeni, four grandchildre

Interests: Travel, Hiking, Skiing, Bicycling, Reading, Movies, Theater

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My wife Cathy, my children and grandchildren are a true blessing! Being in the Navy and "seeing the world" outside of Colorado. Serving the poorest of the poor in India for ten days with a medical team. Participating in a wedding in India. Surviving divorce and starting over in a strong relationship!

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Dorsey (Dodee) Johnson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: HomemakerFamily: Ted (husband), Paige (24), Payson (22), Rae (21), Tim (19)

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Married for 27 years. Moved to Cape Cod, MA, after getting married and have four children. Visit Colorado often

Timothy Johnson Class of '74 [email protected]

Bryan Johnson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Grants Management Specialist

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Broncos fan. Enjoy traveling.

Susan (Sue) Johnson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired DentalHygienist,Longarm QuilterFamily: Married to Cary for 34 years; son and daughter; grandchild on the way

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My husband was in the Airforce, and we literally traveled the world. If we weren't stationed somewhere, we made a point of traveling there. We now live in a small town in Oregon, relatively close to our children and their spouses. I own a long-arm quilting business that's not too busy, just enough to fund my quilting hobby. Cary has recently retired, and we're looking forward to doing some RVing.

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Kerry Kelly HillClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: ProgrammerFamily: 4 children, 1 grandchild

Marion Kerwin MorrisseyClass of '74 [email protected]

Janet Kellogg Class of '74 [email protected]

Patricia Kelly ShockleyClass of '74 [email protected]

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Sharon (Lori) Kooken CaudillClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Real Estate BrokerFamily: I have 2 boys, Alex 34 and Johnny age 24

Interests: Reading, Waterpainting

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After high school I got married (at 18! Yikes!) and went to work as a hairstylist. Neither worked out. So I made a change and worked for the Federal Government for 17 years. I also got my BS in Business/Information Systems. I decided in 1994 to make a career switch into real estate. I have managed for several large real estate companies and now have my own real estate team. I'm also very happily married to the love of my life who I met while I was in college.

Pamela (Pam) Kreeger RobertsClass of '74 [email protected]

Steven Kinnett Class of '74 [email protected]

Patricia Kovarlk HonnenClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: School NurseFamily: 2 grown daughters, 3 grandchildren, all living in the Seattle area.

Interests: Cooking, gardening, reading, travelling.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Married my high school prom date. Celebrating 36 years together.

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John (Brian) Larkowski Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Creative Director, AeroGrow, Int'lFamily: Wife, Dianne, Children: Shawna 27, NY, NY, Natalie 23, Denver, CO

Carol Leisk KyleClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Flooring SalesFamily: Husband David, never had kids!

Interests: I have been in Louisiana taking care of my Mom and we are ready to move back!

Robert Lamutt Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CFO US Southern Pharma

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: MBA, BBA University of Georgia Georgia State Senator Republican Nominee US Congress CEO Diversified Assets Management CFO US Southern Pharmaceuticals

Jonathan (Hans) Larson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Attorney at LawFamily: Wife Nancy, sons Andrew (21) and C.J. (18).

Interests: Hiking, climbing 14rs, coaching soccer, camping, travel.

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Beth Levin Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Artist Wanna BeFamily: Married for 28 years, 2 daughters (26, 24) both CCHS grads

Interests: Painting, Photography (especially clouds and horizons) and Plastering. Not yoga

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Sowed my wild oats in L.A.'sT.V./Media industry (thank goodness there wasn't FaceBook!) after graduating from Pitzer College. Realized I missed Denver when it was 92 degrees mid-DECEMBER! & I returned home to relieved parents and my trusty turtlenecks. Moira's brother introduced me to his best friend, now my best friend and husband. 7 years ago I fell in love with painting. So, taking my cue from Wall St.& Banking, ignoring all fiscal responsibility, I retired from a long career as a mortgage broker in order to paint full time...and it has been pure bliss!

Anne (Candy) Lewis Class of '74

Occupation: Veterinarian

Patricia (Patty) Lemaster EndresClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Recreation therapist Family: Married, 2 boys aged 34 and 31, one grandson Leo, Dad 92, twin Peggy & sis Ann.

Interests: Golf, Jazzercie, motorcycle riding, camping, fishing, scuba diving, water sports

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Still trying to figure out how to grow up. It's been an interesting experience.

Andra Lewis SteckleinClass of '74 [email protected]

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Moira Lister AshClass of '74 [email protected]

Barbara Lumley Class of '74 [email protected]

Sharon List HoffmanClass of '74 [email protected]

Pamela (Pam) Livingston Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Marketing - Life InsuranceFamily: single with no children. I am the best aunt in the world!

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My email address is [email protected] and I would love to stay in touch with you.

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Tupper Macdowell Class of '74 [email protected]

Paula Mansfield LivingstonClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Real Estate BrokerFamily: I have a son Tyler who lives in Denver. I also have six brothers and sisters.

Interests: I love to travel, play golf, cook and enjoy my family and friends.

Joseph Lyden Class of '74 [email protected]

Dale (Patrick) Maher Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Grainger Ind. Sales- HC ContractsFamily: Wife Nance, Daughters Meagan (24), and Dana (21)

Interests: Currently race a Super Comp Dragster in NHRA

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Got involved in cars at CCHS and still am racing 40 years later. Graduated from CU in 1978 got married in 1988 and started at Grainger in 1988 and am still working at the same company and still married to the same lady! I have two wonderful daughters who are finishing up their collegiate careers a will be hopefully working soon! need to downsize the house-fast!!

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Taylor (Tay) Marler Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Technology and Business SpecialistFamily: I have a family of 4, husband Greg, son Loren and daughter Shelby.

Interests: Travel, dreams, spirit, art, music, theater and dishes.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Business trip to Kuala Lampur, visiting Sally (Epperson) Almeria in Tacloban, Philippines. Getting married, giving birth, graduating college (in 2013), stranded in Paris during the volcano, rescuing wild mustangs, seeing my daughter play Juliet in Aspen, starting a business with an invention to remove snow from synthetic turf (turfplow.com), puppies, bunnies, flying to Alaska to see my sister, spending most of my life at a high school, 14 years at Summit HS Breckenridge, but no more homework! Caring for and loving my Mom and Dad; and the rest of my crazy family!

Jody Mayer Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Sign Language Interpreter/Student

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I'm currently living in the Boulder area. I moved back to Colorado in March 2014 to become a full time student at Naropa University and to be actively involved in supporting my mom, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease in May 2013. Prior to moving back, I lived in Seattle Washington working as Certified Sign Language Interpreter. I do miss the Northwest's lushness and greenery, but there's nothing quite like the Colorado sunshine!

Howard Marcove Class of '74 [email protected]

Kristi Matthews Class of '75 [email protected]

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David McCann Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Mostly retired

Sandra McFeely TurnerClass of '74 [email protected]

Joseph (Joe) McCaffery Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Starting a new career as a Project ManagFamily: Robin Auge married 1980, son Jonathan and daughter Heather. All live in Denver.

Interests: Sports, reading, sailing, traveling

Candace McFeely Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Animal Care Technician

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Jeffrey McMorris Class of '74 [email protected]

Christopher Miller Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CounselorFamily: I've been married to Jeanne since 1979. Children Scott and Erin, 30 and 27.

Interests: I'm an associate licensed battlefield guide at Gettysburg Military Park.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I went to CU Denver and got two degrees there and later to Denver Seminary for theological degree and later for my doctorate in marriage and family counseling. I worked as a pastor for several years and since 1995 as a counselor. During college I worked as a surgical orderly at Colorado General Hospital and as a bouncer in a bar. I became a Christian in 1978 after years of agnosticism. I travel to Gettysburg yearly for personal reflection and to lead tours. Currently, I am the owner of Redwood Counseling Services in Littleton. I have written two books and plan on a few more if time allows.

Roy McMakin Class of '74 [email protected]

Edward McSwain Class of '74

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Linda Moore NiedermanClass of '74 [email protected]

Family: Peter-husband, Nicole-age 23 (1991), Davis-age 21 (1993)

John Morris Class of '74 [email protected]

Margaret (Shelly) Miller Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: @ physicianFamily: Two sons, 19 and 16

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Pediatrician with specialization in infectious diseaseEnjoy traveling and living abroad. Lived in France for several years, followed by Japan, and doing medical work in Zimbabwe and Malawi.

Jane Morris BeasleyClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Office Manager, Thunder Ridge MSFamily: Husband Chuck, Son Jason, Daughter Marissa

Interests: Reading, Watching Football, Visiting Friends

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: The past ten years have been filled with celebrations of graduations and a move to Evergreen. I do miss the hectic life of having kids involved in school activities. It's very peaceful on our mountain! Looking forward to visiting with high school friends!

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Dana Neeley TurClass of '74 [email protected]

Chris Nordling Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Real Estate Broker

Interests: Golf, motorcycle

Cindy Mueller RauschClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Salon owner/master stylistFamily: Married to Wayne , 3 sons and 2 daughters (in law) and 3 beautiful grandchildren

Interests: I love being with my family and friends, loving on my grand kids, and traveling.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: First of all, I'm glad I went to school when I did and grew up playing outside with neighborhood friends enjoying being a kid. I have friends that I'm attending the reunion with that I've known since kindergarten and I love that! I've had the joy of traveling in Europe with my sons for their graduation trips, having made memories the cherish into my old age (which is getting here faster than planned, ha). My husband and I each have our own businesses in professions we enjoy, we have a family that we treasure and a faith that keeps us strong. A girl couldn't really ask for more....

Janis (Juanita) Nelson Class of '74 [email protected]

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Timothy Pade Class of '74 [email protected]

James Pearce Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Small Business OwnerFamily: Married, two sons, one daughter-in-law and one granddaughter!

Interests: golf, hiking, backpacking, wine, cooking, reading, travel

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Went to Switzerland as an exchange student for my senior year. This changed my life more than anything because I fell in love with a Swiss girl who would eventually become my wife, Simi. We've been married since 1980! Our son David married Laura in 2009 and they had our granddaughter Kennedy, born September 30, 2013. David is a CPA (tax) working for Grant Thornton in Seattle, WA. Laura is pursing her Masters degree in Special Ed at Univ of Washington. Our son Michael has a wonderful girlfriend, Annie. Michael is Sales and Event Manager for Starwood at the Westin Hotel in Bellevue, WA

Lewis O'Neil Class of '74

Occupation: SteelworkerFamily: married wife susan anne o'neil -22 years 2 daughters catlyn-21 alexis-20

Interests: golf

Britt Parks Class of '74 [email protected]

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Dan (Dano) Percefull Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: RealtorFamily: Sister Annette 1973 and Brother Brad 1971

Interests: Kayaking, rafting, skiing, hiking, biking. Anything outdoors in CO

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I took my turn on throwing the party while my parents were out of town. Thanks for coming all you guys. Boy did my kids pay me back!!!

Tanya (Honeymoon) Pitts Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Entrepreneur CoachFamily: Fabulous son 22 yrs

Interests: Christian Faith, Tennis, Travel, Ballroom Dancing

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Worked for Coca-Cola USA 18 yrs- became a Entrepreneur Life Coach 17 yrs- working on Ph D in Coaching, Author two books- 1 published, second in final edits.Tennis Champion in Atlanta 5 times, Entered in ballroom competition place 1, 2 ,3 in my category. Have seen lots of the world. Went to South Africa on a mission trip with Bruce Wilkerson- what a blessing. There is light at the end of a tunnel- married almost 25 years, divorced 2 yrs- recently had a wedding at my home for my niece 70 people an amazing time of hope and LOVE.

Andrew (Andy) Pells Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: RetiredFamily: Levi- 21, Emily-19, Ben-17, JD-14

Interests: Family, Watersports, Travel

Dave Peterson Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Police OfficerFamily: Wife: Sandy, Two Children: Nicole and Brent, One Grand Daughter: Ella Jade

Interests: Hunting and outdoors

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Rafting the Grand Canyon, fishing Alaska, the birth of my Grand Daughter Ella Jade

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Ramona Porter BergerClass of '74 [email protected]

Bruce Ray Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: AttorneyFamily: Married to Suzanne. Three children: Ellena; Constance; and, Cosmo

Interests: Hiking, skiing, traveling - oenotourism

Cayla Platzer SpearClass of '74 [email protected]

Wendy Porter JuddClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Real Estate BrokerFamily: Married to Ken for 32 years, our daughter is Rachel and faithful dog is Cassie.

Interests: Good food, good music, good people, great homes. Walks with friends and my dog.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: On my third career now after 10+ years as a big agency ad exec (Madmen) and 15+ years as a non-profit marketing/fundraising exec. Loving real estate and it seems to love me. Without a doubt, my most meaningful and rewarding "job" has been that of raising our daughter Rachel, now a 3L at Yale Law School. She is kind, funny, brilliant and beautiful and continues to amaze me every day. I'm so lucky! It's probably good that I've moved around in my career because I've been very provincial otherwise. I have lived in the Cherry Creek School District for the past 22 years. Never saw that coming.

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Katherine Reid Class of '74 [email protected]

Terry Rickman Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: EngineerFamily: Wife (married 38 yrs), daughter (36), son (35), 5 grandchildren (19,10,6,3,1)

Interests: Grandchildren, baseball, reading, movies, politics, and my Christian faith

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation, I moved to CA. Went to junior college, and worked in the grocery industry. I might my future wife at work. Two years after we were married, we had our daughter. I quit school to work full time. I became meat cutter and eventually a manager. While working days, I went back to school at night and got my degree. I left the markets and moved to San Diego to start my engineering career working for Hughes Network Systems. There I specialized in audio and acoustics in the cellular phone industry. I now work for Qualcomm, and really love my job. I live for my grandchildren.

Leanne Reeves SherrillClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Self Employeed "Go to Gal" Family: Recently divorced and living in Fort Myers, FL.

Interests: My time is currently spent developing my "personal assistant" business.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: It seems unimaginable that it has been 40 years. Where does the time go? I recently bought a house in Fort Myers, FL. I moved from Kansas City to Florida, didn't think I would like it in Florida, but like it so much I decided to stay.

Kathleen (Kathy) Rhudy TuckerClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Ballet Instructor / Pre-school TeacherFamily: Spouse - Gordon, Children - Jessica, Chris, Jon, Grand-children - Aiden , Eric

Interests: Camping, lake kayaking, gardening

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: My most recent adventure was excavating at an archaeological site in Ashkelon, Israel, in 2012 with my husband.

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Monte Roberts Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Manager - Network Svcs at CenturyLinkFamily: Wife - Janet; Children - Paul (31) w/Grandchild Kayla (2), Matt (28) & Beth (24)

Interests: Astronomy, Gardening, Broncos, CU Buffs

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I graduated with two degrees from the University of Colorado in Boulder in 1978 and have worked for Mountain Bell/USWest/Qwest/CenturyLink for 35 years. I have been married for 35 years and live in Aurora, CO. I had lots of fun at SuperBowl XXXII in San Diego and watched the Broncos win their first Championship over Green Bay!

Gordon Robinson Class of '74 [email protected]

Mark Roberts Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: HospitalityFamily: I have a daughter 34, my son 32 who is married and my baby girl is 27.

Interests: Flyfishing, Denver Gay Men's Choir, bead weaving and polymer clay.

Gary Robinson Class of '74 [email protected]

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Carmella Rose Class of '74 [email protected]

Robert (Scott) Rutherford Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: geophysicistFamily: Married 21 years, daughter 18, son 16

Interests: Enjoying life on our small farm raising sheep and chickens.

Terri Rohrer WellsClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: SEASONAL OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES COORDINATORFamily: My 2 wonderful sons....Zane (27) & Grant (22)

Interests: Skiing, tennis, hiking/climbing, biking, golf (hit & giggle) & travel

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have lived in Durango, CO, since 1974 and have loved every beautiful year! With a business degree from FLC I had a variety of jobs...MOM being my favorite. I was able to follow Zane to Ireland where he went to Graduate School, and Grant to Australia for his study abroad. Now, full circle, both boys are living & working in Denver, enjoying the city, but also discovering how their life in a small town was really pretty great after all. I continue to keep active, happy & healthy.

Lilliana Rossell MerklingerClass of '74 [email protected]

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Jeryl (Jeri) Saffer LennbergClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Was a court reporter & personal trainerFamily: Married to Boyd. Raised two boys, two girls. Four grandchildren.

Interests: Piano, hike, golf, motorcycles, swim, spinning, weight lifting, yoga, bicycle

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Favorite experience: when our pom pom squad performed at the Bronco game Favorite sport: golf Favorite food: homemade breadFavorite vacation: Lake PowellFavorite hobby: making movies and scrapbooking

Marie Saracino BoorenClass of '74 [email protected]

Daniel Saeger Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Health Insurance 35 yearsFamily: Married 34 years. Two sons, Stephen (30), Michael (26), one grandson

Interests: Golf, Cycling, Boating

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Greatest life experience is the birth of my children.

Scott Sanders Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Olympus-Exec Dir Prod and Proc DevelFamily: Married to Bobbi for 34 years and have two daughters, Amy 31 and Sara 29

Interests: skiing, road biking, golf, tennis. I travel every week somewhere in the world.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have been in the medical device business for 34 years. I am in surgery every week. I conduct all of our animal labs for evaluation, testing and developing new applications or products. I live off the Ute Creek golf course and work out of my home, with a direct view of Longs Peak. We have two daughters Amy who has two little girls, Alice 3, Phoebe 1 and Sara has Harper 1. My Mom (Dad died 6 years ago) still live in the house where I grew up in Walnut Hills. My sister Shelly one year younger lives in Cherry Creek and my brother Curt (7 years younger) lives by Cherry Cheek Reservoir.

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John Schmitz Class of '74 [email protected]

Susan Shetterly Class of '74 [email protected]

Laurie Sauer WilsonClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired Systems AdministratorFamily: Married Lawrence Wilson in 1975; no children.

Interests: Boating, gardening & riding bikes on the beach.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Retired in 2013 from Mead Johnson Nutrition (an infant formula company) after 33 years of service. Worked remotely for last 12 years while living in FL, CO and IN. We now reside in FL.

Carla Seeliger Class of '74 [email protected]

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Elizabeth Silverman StonebergClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Ret. Prof, Web Design, Research/EditingFamily: Emma (21), Amanda (35) + S-I-L and 2 grandsons, Christopher (37) + 1 grandson

Interests: Music/theatre, website design, cooking, writing, research

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Retired psychology professor. In addition to my freelance work in research and editing, I also do management/promotion/website development for my younger daughter's music career. Currently residing in Asheville, NC with plans to relocate to the west coast in the next year or two.

Carolyn Smith EllingwoodClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired 2011,Oil & Gas Family: Spouse Dave Bateman, his 2 sons, our daughters in law and 2 grandkids.

Interests: Worldwide travel, diving, hiking, fishing, biking, entertaining fam & friends.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Moving to Alaska; amazing hubby; wonderful family; awesome friends; great career; fishing w/ grizzlies; kayaking w/humpbacks; trekking Bhutan, Patagonia, Dolomites; safaris in Africa; dog sledding; diving Fiji & Palau; Croatia; biking Italy, Vietnam & NZ; Polar Bear plunge in Beaufort Sea; etc. Special shout out to: teachers Phoebe Busch & Nancy Miller and classmates for the “Restore a Castle Austria 1974” trip which infected me with the Travel Bug; CCHS Pom Pon Squad memories and friendships. Disappointed couldn’t make reunion (travel abroad)- hope to see everyone at 45th or 50th!

Timothy Shumaker Class of '74 [email protected]

Barbara (Barb) Smith HeistClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired ESS TeacherFamily: Divorced, three grown children, three adorable grandchildren!

Interests: Traveling, reading, crocheting, spending time with family and friends!

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Lynn Stoelzel PerryClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Senior Technical Recruiter RaytheonFamily: Husband David Daughter 24 Gianne 2 dogs, Dexter and Izzie

Interests: Golf hiking walking swimming travel

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I started my career in interior design, but after many frustrating years, and very little money, found I had a natural talent for recruiting.I now work for an aero space company, placing cleared IT cyber engineers and IT specialists, on contracts all over the world.I have been on many wonderful trips, Scotland, England, Italy, Belize, Fiji, Ireland, Amsterdam, France, hiking, scuba and golf.My goal is to go to Galapagos, and play golf in every state.

Gordon Strobeck Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: oil Industry and investment bankingFamily: One 22 year old son - Joshua

Interests: The Arts, golf, skiing, good food and wine.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I have been blessed to have lived and worked across five continents and numerous cities including London, Moscow, Singapore, Jakarta, Almaty (Kazakhstan), Abidjan (Ivory Coast), and Stavanger (Norway). London has been my adult home having lived there over 20 years. My claim to fame came when I was about 5 feet away from Princess Diana at Royal Ascot and our eyes met!

Quade Smith Class of '74 [email protected]

Dan Street Class of '74 [email protected]

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Marty Talbott Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Assistant PrincipalFamily: Husband, John; daughter, Katie (30); son, Jay (26)

Interests: Swimming (surprise!), mt. bike riding (altho no mts. in MI), water sports

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I took a leap from CCHS and attended Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI. While there I majored in secondary education and studied abroad in Germany. I met my husband, John, at K College. We married in 1980. Our daughter, Katie, was born in 1984. Our son, Jay, was born in 1988. We have lived in MI all these year and continue to love this beautiful state. Thank you to Wendy and all for organizing this reunion!

Cynthia (Cindy) Thompson BaileyClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Retired

Interests: Running, skiing, art, reading, relaxing, travel

Lynnea Swanburg ColeClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Personal Fitness TrainerFamily: Husband Gary, sons Ryan (31) &Aaron (29) First granchild! Alice is ONE year!

James (Jimmy) Tesone Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: retired teacher, sub-teacher, coachFamily: Daughter Kelsi, son-in-law Santiago and grand-daughter Lola Vera Mathews

Interests: music, singing, football, family, coaching, education, faith, freedom and...food

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Donald (Troy) Tinberg Class of '74 [email protected]

Celeste Volz FordClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CEO Stellar Solutions Inc Family: Husband: Kevin (married 36 years)Kids: Miranda (30), Nathan (27), Hillary (24)

Interests: Travel & Sports (tennis, hike, bike) Family activities

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: College: Notre Dame (BS Aerospace Engineering), Stanford (MS Engineering).Family/Work: Met Kevin at Notre Dame, married in 1978. We have lived near San Francisco since then where I started working in Aerospace and Kevin in public accounting. Ultimately, I started my own business, Stellar Solutions, Inc. in 1995 (offices in CA, CO, DC and London). Active with our children’s sports: Miranda/ soccer @ Notre Dame-2005 National championship team; Nathan/ quarterback football team and baseball @ Cornell; Hillary/ volleyball @Princeton. Serve on Boards and met the Pope this year.Life is good!

Harold Thurman Class of '74 [email protected]

Richard Van Gytenbeek Class of '74 [email protected]

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Robert Walter Class of '74 [email protected]

Jeffrey (Jeff) Warren Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: IT ConsultantFamily: Wife Debbie (married 33 years), Kenny (30) and Michael (28)

Interests: Technology, Music, Denver Broncos

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: After graduation for CCHS I earned a degree in Business from CU Boulder & went to work for Johns-Manville as an Industrial Engineer. They transferred me to Manville, NJ where I met my wife Debbie. Moved back to Colorado in 1982. Since then I have been doing IT work at my company Pinpoint Systems in Englewood. I still enjoy playing trombone (Highlands Ranch Concert Band & Swing Shift), singing with my wife (Voices West) and involvement in our church. Biggest claim to fame; being loved by my wife (most of the time) and 2 self sufficient sons making a difference in fields of their choice.

Karen Vranek Class of '74 [email protected]

Janet Walz SkaugsetClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Administrative AssistantFamily: Husband Arne (married 1977). One son, one daughter and 3 grandsons now!

Interests: Reading, college sports, beach walking

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: We moved from Colorado in 1977 and have lived in Oregon or California since. We've grown web feet from all the Oregon rain, but love the Willamette Valley. I work for the local school district and Arne at Oregon State University. Both our kids have married and begun their families. We have 3 grandsons (ages 3, 11 months and 6 months). They're so much fun to watch grow up. We visited Colorado in July, so won't be able to come out again for the reunion. Have fun and enjoy!

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Alexandria (Cissy) Williams Class of '74 [email protected]

Barbara Wilson SmithClass of '74 [email protected]

Debra Wiley KahnClass of '74 [email protected]

Peggy Williams AndersonClass of '74

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Robley (Mike) Winfrey Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Healthcare consultingFamily: Wife Carol and 3 daughters - Sara, Fiona, and Jenna.

Sue Worden Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: CounselingFamily: Two grown sons, three grandchildren

Interests: Skiing, camping, swimming, cycling, music, volunteering, beautiful beaches

Virginia (Ginny) Wilson AnthonyClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Massage Therapist/Lighting DesignerFamily: Husband Mark

Interests: Kayaking, hiking, cross country skiing

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: Life! What a ride!

Christine (Chris) Woodbury Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Business Development DirectorFamily: Husband - Bill Leonard Daughters - Katie - 24, Laura - 22

Interests: Just about everything. Making positive contributions, family, tennis, traveling

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: It's all memorable, and I look forward to catching up on all of your lives. I'm pretty sure that we have all had fascinating experiences because we were such an amazing class!

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Tim Zorich Class of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Building materialsFamily: We have 3 grown boys, 1 daughter in law and one close girlfriend! No grand kids.

Interests: Playing soccer, hunting and being a Colorado native and all those perks.

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I've been in building materials supply since the 70's and have enjoyed working on the houses of the rich and famous. Lori and I raised our sons playing soccer and being active in a variety of activities; busy years indeed. We celebrated our 34th anniversary this year as one pair of many high school sweethearts of the class of '74. We stay in touch with several of our classmates and are looking forward to renewing old friendships!

Lori Zall DumanClass of '74 [email protected]

Occupation: Buyer Gift ShopFamily: Husband Marty Kids Ryan, Brandon & Sarah, Chad & Nicole, and Garrett

Interests: Grandsons Brayden, Preston, Colton, Hudson & our first little girl due now!

Biography / Memorable Life Experiences: I haven't strayed far from Creek. All 4 of my sons are Creek graduates and Garrett is the JV baseball coach. Have lived in the area since I was married in 1975 and still keep close touch with my long time friends, Sheri Huttner, Wendy Friedman and Marla Ginsberg!

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Cherry Creek High School - Class of 1974Randy Acsell

Robert Bither

Nancy Carpenter

John Dixon

Chris Heltmach

Jerald Killin

Mary Milligan

Lisa Smedley

Andrea Averch

James Boyle

Kenneth Copeland

Kelton Green

Esther Jaranya

Bruce Kimmey

Cynthia Pallen

Bill Wenger

Christopher Baur

Mark Cannon

Brian Darling

Kimberly Grunwald

Mark Kerstetter

Charles Mactaggart

Marc Small

Anthony Zarlengo

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