Rene Smith Willis, Debbie Rost Hernandez, Karen Harrison Nothern, and
Stephen Wolfford are finalizing plans for the West Orange Class of 1975
Reunion.
The dates are Friday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. at Tradewind Inn inside MCM Elegante
Hotel in Beaumont; and Saturday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Orange Boat Club
in Cove. Please check out the details on Facebook or email
renewillis1975@yahoo.com or
dhernandez@doneliasfoods.com.
We have decided to include WO graduates from 1973-1979 classes to our
events. Please send your fee of $25 per person to Rene payable to WO Class
of 1975 ASAP. Her address is listed on Facebook with all the details.
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Louis Rene' Barrera,
6808 Lost Valley, Austin, Tx. 78745
Occupation: Natural Resources Division Land Manager, City of
Austin
Personal Information: I moved to Austin in 1982. Am very fortunate
to have a job that allows me to do what I enjoyed in my youth, being out
in the wild. I manage 22 natural areas for the city of Austin. I restore
endangered species habitat, prairie grasslands and cave ecosystems. In
short, I heal the natural world and all the representative life that it
sustains. I owe my career to my younger days of building bridges and
exploring the woods down my dead end street to exploring cow pastures
along Adams Bayou, the Sabine River and most of all Shangri La before it
was open to the public.
Date Updated - September 7, 2007
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Elgin H. Browning, 6304 Armitage, Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: District Captain - Orange Fire Department
Personal Information: Still working with the Fire Department and getting to travel
teaching rescue. Just been appointed to one of the National Rescue teams, so will be
travelling more. Looking forward to 2001 and a really big 25 year reunion.
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Chick (Charles) Collins, 4658 Old Peveto
Rd., Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: Process Operator
Personal Information: Went to work at DuPont in 1978. Married Bridgette in 1980. One
daughter, Candi, who is presently pursuing a nursing dgree; and a son, Chase, who will be
a senior in 2004-2005 at WO-S. We raise Barrel Racing horses for Candi, and spend time at
Toledo Bend. I also coach a smallbore 4H rifle team, as well as compete in High Power
Rifle competition.
Date Posted - June 1, 2004
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Patricia A. Colbert-Williams, 4135 Stonecroft
Drive, Austin, Tx. 78749
Occupation: Disclosure Specialist - Internal Revenue Service
Personal Information: I've been married for 21 years. I have 2 kids (a boy and
girl). I have been in Austin, Tx since I left Orange back in 1976. I love Austin.
Date Posted - July 18, 2002
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Bohn Dorman, 2695 Linscomb Rd., Orange, Tx. 77630
Occupation: Mechanical Supervisor
Personal Information: Married to Susan Bonnin for 22 years. We have two kids:
Amber is a junior at Lamar and Kirby will be a freshman at Lamar and then will be
transferring to SFA or Sam Houston in Jan. 2001. Hoping to retire by age 55 at a home on
the lake. Enjoying life and playing lots of golf (call me if you want to get together and
play!) Looking forward to seeing everyone at the reunion next year.
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Bridget Denise Sparks Edwards, 15207
Chandler Hollow Lane, Houston, Tx. 77049
Occupation: Education Administration
Personal Information: Divorced, two sons: Brandon, 22; and Kris, 18. Brandon
is a senior at TAMU Architectural / and Environmental Design major. Kristopher is a
Freshman at San Jacinto Jr. College with plans to major in Mechanical Engineering.
Looking forward to retirement within the next six years. Want to travel, grow plants in my
backyard and read lots of books. Everything my Mom does. By the way, she's doing just
fine. 85 years old, after 42 years of teaching, she's enjoying her life.
Date Posted - May 20, 2004
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Lynn Sharrah Edwards, Orange, Tx. 77630
Occupation: Support Staff Supervisor / Fitness Specialist
Personal Information: Hello all! I am presently employed with Orange County
Probation, as well as DERA, Body Workz, and St. Elizabeth's Health and Wellness Center. I
have three grown children and am living life to its fullest. Life doesn't have to stop
when you turn forty, you know!!!
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Debra Wheatley Free
Occupation: Quality Analyst
Personal Information: I'm divorced, have two wonderful sons, Brandon (going to
Lamar) and Christopher (will be H.S. junior this coming year). I've been at Bayer
for 11 years and love it.
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Ronecia (Perry) Fults, Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: LCM School District
Personal Information: I have been married to Johnny Fults since 1978. We have two
daughters. Telice, who recently graduated from nursing school and is working at Baptist
Hospital in Beaumont. Misty will soon graduate from LCM and plans on attending nursing
school also. We are living in the LCM area across from the high school. I would love to
hear from any classmates and catch up on what's gone on in the last 25 years. (Has it been
that long?)
Date posted - April 17, 2001
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Anitrea Champine Goodwin
Occupation: Principal, West Orange - Stark Middle School
Personal Information: I am currently Principal of West Orange
-Stark Middle School. As a West Orange graduate, I am thrilled to have
the opportunity to help educate students in our community. I have been
married to Wayne Goodwin for the past 25 years. We don't have children
of our own, but working with students everyday certainly fills that
void. Outside of school I am actively involved in Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Inc. and a member of Mount Sinai Baptist Church.
Date Posted - April 23, 2007
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Luanne Smart Gorzsas, 903 Roundelay Lane, West
Chester, Pa., 19382
Occupation: Self-Employed
Personal Information: Hope this finds everyone well. We are here
in Philly now 9+ years. Hard to believe. Matt is 23 and getting his MBA
at Penn State. Life is great, travel frequently, and run my business. I
always love to hear from you folks. Take care and enjoy life!
Date Updated - May 6, 2008
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Donna Canter Howard, 265
Logan Ranch Rd., Georgetown, Tx.
78628
Occupation: Mommy
Personal Information: Hello everyone! I am retired and living in another small town
just north of Austin (I couldn't stand the traffic anymore). I worked in the computer
industry for 15 years after graduate school (Gig'em!). Along the way, I got married to
Randy and we have two kids (Lindsay - 9 and Matthew - 6). I now stay home with the kids
and do my best to understand their homework. --It is great reading about everyone. Take
care!
Date Posted - October 14, 2005
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Linda N. Smith Jones,
1703 Pheasant Roost, Austin, Tx. 78758
Occupation: Daycare Teacher
Date Posted - January 3, 2005
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Debbie (Hanson) Kendrick, P.O. Box 2074, Orange,
Tx. 77631-2074
Occupation: Papertester
Personal Information: Divorced, raising my wonderful daughter, Robyn, 12; shift
work, and very involved in my daughter's activities.
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Teresa McNamara Kovatch, 2555 Bancroft Road,
Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: Office Manager, Steve's Greenlight Motors
Date Posted - June 11, 2001
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J.E. Lancaster, 3511 Trailridge, Sachse, TX 75048
Occupation: Teacher / Coach
Personal Information: I am the head baseball coach at South
Garland High School in Garland, Texas. I teach special education. Been
married for 29 years to Georgie. She is a teacher at Dorsey Elementary
in Rowlett, Texas. Our daughter has just graduated from Dallas Baptist
University with her MS in education. She has her BA in marketing.
Date Posted - June 7, 2010
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Lisa Dawson Niemeier,
Temple, Tx.
Occupation: Missionary
Personal Information: Married my Baylor sweetheart in 1979. We are
empty nesters expecting the arrival of our first grandchild in April. Have
three great kids and one great son-in-law. I am president and founder of
Mission Moriah International, Inc. I minister to women in remote areas of
the world who have or are currently suffering the impact of tribal
conflict and genocide. Currently we are ministering in NE India, Uganda,
Rwanda, Burundi. We move women out of refugee areas and set up various
economic projects. In the fall of '05, will be in Africa for about two
months. Next year (Lord willing) I will travel and work with the refugees
in Sudan. Anyone interested in a mission trip?
Date Posted - March 14, 2005
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Sam Patronella, 1602 S. Wooten Circle, Orange, TX 7763
Occupation: Maintenance Mechanic, DuPont SRW; married to Julie, 4 children: Sabrina 15
years, Marsi 12 years, Samantha 9 years, and Michael 2 years.
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Steve Perkins, 15703
Stonehaven, Clear Lake, Tx. 77059
Personal Information: Here I am!! Things are busy: wife & four
kids...15, 13, 10, & 8. Yep, got a late start! Send me an email with a
phone number so I can call you.
Date Posted - January 6, 2009
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Debra Wheatley Peveto
Occupation: Quality Coordinator
Personal Information: I am married to Greg, and between us, we have
four grown children: Britton, Brandon, Derek, and Chris. I've been
with Lanxess (formerly Bayer) since 1988.
Date Posted - January 4, 2005
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Lynn Sharrah Propps
Occupation: CSTS Coordinator / Personal Trainer
Personal Information: Just an update. My children, Crystal, Ronnie,
and Edie are grown and raising families of their own. I have two beautiful
granddaughters, Olivia and Catherine. Life is busy, priorities have changed,
I love God and hope you guys are well.
Date Posted - March 14, 2005
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Starrla Holcomb Richardson, 2801 Ben Mac Road,
Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: Operator
Personal Information: Never left Orange. Married to Randy Richardson for 25 years.
We have a son, Bryan who is a Sr. at LCM High School. Randy has an A/C business in town,
and I am an operator at Dupont. I run into some of our old classmates who are still in
town, and I work with quite a few. Yes, there are some of us still close to home.
Date Posted - September 3, 2002
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Andre L. Robertson
Occupation: Production Supervisor
Personal Information: I am presently working at Dupont in Orange.
I have been married to Lanier Hebert for 22 years. We have two sons,
Ryan and Jace, and I have a daughter Chrystina. Ryan was the first
African - American Valedictorian Male at WO-S and is currently attending
Texas A & M. Jace is a fifth grader at St. Mary's. Chrystina is
attending Lamar. I am helping coach Jace's little league team and trying
to play as much golf as possible. Would be good to hear from y'all.
Date Posted - May 2, 2007
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Jimmy Sciarillo, 8327 Old Maple Lane, Humble, Tx.
77338
Occupation: Accountant at ExxonMobil for over 28 years
Personal Information: Married to Tammy for almost 24 years.
Son
Joey is an LSU grad and now attends grad school at Missouri State. Daughter Andrea
will graduate from LSU in May '09. Daughter Anna will attend LSU in Fall
'09. Geaux Tigers!
Date Updated - January 16, 2009
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Larry Slone
Occupation: Computer Tech
Personal Information: Married, Two children, Living in Florida
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Cathy Hall Smith, 2627
Sedgeway Lane, Carrollton, Tx. 75006
Occupation: Executive Assistant
Personal Information: I've lived in the Dallas area for 7 years,
after 17 years in Houston. I work in the real estate industry for a broker
that specializes in Multi-family housing. I'm married to Jackie and have
two beautiful daughters, Erin (15) and Chelsea (10). I've lost contact
with most of my classmates since I left Orange immediately after
graduation. I'd love to hear from you and catch up on the last 28 years.
Date Posted - January 3, 2005
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Denise Daly Stewart, 4003
Westminister, Dr., Midland, Tx. 70707
Occupation: Sonographer
Personal Information: Have lost touch with all but a few classmates,
but enjoy catching up. I've been here in Midland for almost 20 years and
as the saying goes, "It grows on you." My children are both here, as well
as a couple of granddaughters that I spoil greatly. Love my job and think
life just keeps getting better.
Date Posted - Janaury 4, 2005
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Katie Futch Swope, 3116 Western Avenue, Orange, Tx.,
77630
Occupation: Housing Authority City of Orange
Date Updated - February 16, 2009
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David Thibodaux, Orange, Tx. 77632
Occupation: Operator
Personal Information: I married my old high school sweetheart Becky Kelly, a
graduate of 77, and we have two girls: Laura and Aubrey. They go to Orangefield High. Me
and Becky are single again after 24 years this year, 2002. I have moved out of the marsh
and live on Hwy. 62 now. Corner home at Wagner Lyn. My next door neighbor is Coach
Anderson. My phone number is in the book. I still fish every chance I get, started playing
golf, believe it or not. Still working on my game, but I'm having fun. Get in touch with
me if you would like; we could pass a good time or talk about the old times. I suddenly
have lots more free time. Kind of wondering how to date agin since it's been so long. LOL.
If life's like a box of candies, I will figure it all out again. I still have a taste for
life. Aaaayyyyeeeee!!!
Date Updated - December 3, 2002
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John Trahan, 4020 Bassett Road, Orange, TX
77632-8951
Occupation: Inland Container.
Personal Information: Married to Susan Kervin (Lutcher Stark High Class of 76), have
three boys: Joseph, 18, just graduated from LC-M, Honor Graduate, going to McNeese
for Engineering; Rusty, 16, Junior at LC-M, just got drivers license, so watch out on the
roads; Michael, 14, going to be a freshman and in the LCM Band; and last but not least,
Kristi, 8, 3rd grade at LCE, spoiled rotten, but a joy to have after three boys.
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Donna Franklin Vaught, Mobil Oil, Indonesia, POB
660619, Dallas, Texas, 75266-0619
Occupation: Housewife/Banker
Personal Information: I've been married to Rick Vaught (PNG grad) for the past 18
years. We have two great sons, Steve (16) and David (11). We have spent most of ht epast
14 years living overseas in London, Nigeria, and now in Jakarta, Indonesia. We love all of
the traveling that goes along with the overseas life. We keep ourselves busy with the
boy's sports activities, scuba diving, volunteer work, and a lot of tennis. Life has been
great! It is always nice to hear from old friends, so keep in touch!
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Niles K. White, 2022 Middle Creek,
Kingwood, Tx. 77339
Occupation: Pastor
Personal Information: My wife and I have two sons, 20 and 21. Things never seem to
slow down though. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at the 25th reunion. So let's
talk it up!
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