Lake Washington High School

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Craig Mitchell

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City:Prague State/Prov.:NOT IN US OR CANADA Occupation:Retired teacher Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:BS Chemistry, BS Molecular and Cell Biology, MEd Curriculum and Instruction

From Craig:I only attended LWHS for the first week of football practice back in 1975. :-)

After that I moved to Bellevue and graduated from Interlake in 1978. I attended Rose Hill Junior High from 1972 to 1975. I attended the 30 year reunion in 2008, and it was great to renew some old friendships after 30+ years.

In 2012 I earned my Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate in Plzen, Czech Republic. Since 2013, I have spent my summers in Europe (mostly in the Czech Republic) to teach, travel, and enjoy the world's best beer!

I retired from teaching (34 years) in June 2019. I moved to Prague in July 2019. I legally emigrated to the Czech Republic in September 2020. I am planing to spend at 75% of my time in the Czech republic and 25% of the time here living with my mother in Ocean Shores.

I also have two beautiful children, a daughter who graduated from the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington in June 2018, and and a son who graduated in Communications at the University of Washington in June 2019. WOOF!

Unfortunately, I did not attend the 40th, as my real alma mater (Interlake) is having our reunion the same day in Woodinville.

However, I did crash the party at Lucky 7 on Friday and it was great seeing some of you there!

If any of you are planning to be in central Europe, let me know!

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Cheryl Bennett (Stone)

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City:Monroe State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Domestic Goddess Marital Status:Married No. of Children:1

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LYNN ST LOUIS

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City:Spokane State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Lawyer Website:www.elderlawgroupwa.com Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:BA Business Adm. 1982; JD 1985

From LYNN:In 2006 I left the Seattle area and moved to Spokane, the hometown of my husband, Chuck Egolf. Here in Spokane i opened my firm, the Law Offices of Lynn St. Louis, providing estate planning and elder law services. We're now called Elder Law Group PLLC.

My daughter and her husband live in Seattle. My son lives here in Spokane :). I'm very happy to say that "Life is Good' and I look forward to seeing everyone at our 40th reunion.

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Cindy Hayden (Bradford)

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City:Port Angeles State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Kindergarten Teacher 35 yrs Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:BA Psych/MS Curriculum & Instruction

From Cindy:In 1983, I went from the U of Wa to Forks, Wa. First school district interview; first teaching job offer; first teaching job. Figured, "What the heck? All I want to do is teach! Might as well move to the end of the earth." I have lived on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula ever since! I even met my husband in Forks, quite a feat, and now live in the thriving metropolis of Port Angeles in the house he built for us. I'm hoping for a 40 year career in education, specifically kindergarten, where my vocabulary has been reduced to one word commands, while my IQ has dropped at least 20 pts. Yet, I can still recite the words to most classic rock songs from 1968 - 1982 along with naming the artist. I am coming to the 40th for my future cognizance is questionable as I continue to argue with 5 year olds, daily, as to who was first in line and why one cannot lick Sammy's arm, just because he looks "yummy". Teaching is truly my life's work; kindergartners are my vessel. Life is good!

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Carol Folkes (Tiberio)

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City:GOLD BAR State/Prov.:WA Occupation:University of Washington, IT Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:2 College:Lake Washington Technical College Degree:AA

From Carol:Hi Everyone,
There's a handful of you I remember because I also went through grade school with you.

During high school I started out going to Juanita High, then changed over to Lake Washington, but dropped out, and then went back in 1979 and graduated that year.

I've been married, divorced, and stayed single, I have two wonderful daughters, and 4 sweet grandkids.

I live in Gold Bar, and work at the UW, and yes my commute is bad but I love my work and look forward to retiring in 7 years, so counting down the days for sure!

I'm excited for the renuion, and thank you Jeff Wagener for finding me! I sure do hope some of you I remember show up as well.
Carol Tiberio (Folkes)

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Mike Kohls

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City:Spokane Occupation:Chief Executive Officer at Mike's Retirement Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:2 College:School of Hard Knocks

From Mike:From March through October, I actively pursue birdies and eagles around the Pacific Northwest, with emphasis on the various golf courses around the Inland Empire of Washington state. When I'm not doing that, I can be found in my hot tub.

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Denise Hartman (Wallace)

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City:Lake Tapps State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Retired Marital Status:Married No. of Children:3

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Michael Vaska

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City:Issaquah State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Attorney Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:Stanford Degree:History & Economics

From Michael:I'm looking forward to catching up with everyone at the Reunion!

After graduation, I was the first in my family to attend college, going to Stanford on a financial aid scholarship where I got to see Vicki Dobbs (now Beck) and Lamont Atkins from time to time.

After law school in Chicago, I settled in to an antitrust and health care practice at a Seattle firm. As a volunteer, I helped lead the effort to have the voters approve our light rail system, debated Tim Eyman all over the state on his first initiative, ran for statewide office, helped create an online newspaper (Crosscut), and most recently am chair of a statewide political organization.

This year my wife Camille and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, and we've been living in Issaquah for most of that time, on Cougar Mountain. Our oldest son just graduated from college and is now doing an economics fellowship at Stanford. Our other son is a Junior studying to be a robotics engineer.

I followed in my dad's footsteps and coached both my sons' soccer teams for 12 years. He and Jim Neir's dad helped create youth soccer programs on the Eastside. I also channeled our Vice Principal and my Scoutmaster, Lee Gray (Rip's dad), in leading Boy Scout adventures to Philmont, on 50-milers, and to climb Mt. Rainier and others of the Big 5.

As some of you know, my dad suffered a massive stroke when I was a sophomore, causing all sorts of financial and other challenges for my family. I am so grateful for the support of my high school classmates, teachers and administrators during those tough times. Without your love and support I would not have had the opporunities I've enjoyed since graduation. Thank you!

Mike

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Ed Gardner

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City:Wenatchee Occupation:Residential Contractor Website:www.edyconstruction.com Marital Status:Married No. of Children:1

From Ed :I'm still enjoying life, here in Wenatchee.

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Jeff Wagener

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City:Bothell State/Prov.:WA Occupation:911 Dispatcher Marital Status:Married No. of Children:6

From Jeff:HI all,� I retired in 2016 after 24 years with UPS, and went back to my "old" career as a 911 dispatcher (this time)� at the University of Washington.�� I remarried in 2014 and we share 6 adult kids, and 5 grandchildren, the last 3 are all girls, local and under 2 years old.

I'm looking forward to catching up with everyone!�� For those that think I might look familar but aren't sure,�� I worked in the snack bar much of my LW time, and� Sold y'all plenty of Hostess and milkshakes!!

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Kaye Moser

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City:Victoria State/Prov.:BC Occupation:Business Analyst Marital Status:Married No. of Children:4

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Scot Wegner

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City:Anaheim Occupation:Business Consultant Marital Status:Committed Relationship College:Harvey Mudd College Degree:BS, Mathematics, Computer Science

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Susan "Suzy" Hutchinson

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City:Kirkland State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Infant Physical Therapist and Arbonne Consultant Website:http://SuzyHutchinson.arbonne.com/ Marital Status:Widowed No. of Children:2 College:U of Washington Degree:Masters Rehab medicine

From Susan "Suzy":

Ten years sure goes by quickly! I am still a pediatric/infant physical therapist i work at Seattle Children's Hospital and a private clinic Children's Therapy of Woodinville. I love what i do. I have a "side hustle" with my Arbonne health and welless company.
My "children" are both living back in the Seattle area. My daughter is married and works for Outdoor Research as an asst. techinical designer and she has her own start up company called Radian Action wear. My son just moved back from Hawaii due to volcano eruptions and his yoga retreat center needing to close. He is a chef, yoga instructor and photographer. Life is good, I am blessed and grateful! Looking forward to sharing and hearing many stories from classmates soon! See you there 9/15!!

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Karl Hanke

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City:Redmond State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Data Systems Engineer - Boeing Marital Status:Married College:WWU & USC Degree:BS EET & MS SAE

From Karl:Sounds like all had a great time at the 30th Reunion !

My wife & I now reside in the NW after living in SoCal (Woodland Hills) for 10+ years.

Guys, great job on developing and maintaining this website !!!

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Annette Kelso (Stephens)

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City:Burnsville State/Prov.:MN Occupation:Consultant Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2

From Annette:It was great to see everyone at the reunion. What a good turnout! I'm sorry I didn't get to visit with everybody there. It would still be wonderful to hear how you're doing. Send a note if you get a chance!!! ams_510@hotmail.com ...or if you ever get to Minnesota it would be nice to see you too.

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Julie Randall (Boe)

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City:Anacortes State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Lady Of Leisure Marital Status:Married No. of Children:1 College:Skagit Valley College Degree:AA

From Julie:HELLO! I have been happily married for 21 years. My husband, Jon, retired from the Navy in 2002. He was a Naval Flight Officer, and is now a Mad Scientist. We have been living in Anacortes for 5 years, and hope to move on to warmer climes at some point. We have a 12 year old son, Jonathan, who is an avid reader and animal lover. Life is good. It will be great to see former classmates this September, for our (WOW) 30th Reunion. Hope to see you there!

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Kristin Quinn (Nilsen)

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City:Bothell State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Administration/Municipal Gov. Marital Status:Single No. of Children:3

From Kristin:

Hello there!

I have two wonderful sons, ages 23 and 21, and a daughter, 14.  Before I know it, she’ll be my last cougar prowling through Bothell High School!
I'm still working at the same place; have been there for 20 yrs.  Spare time includes vacations (thank goodness!) and managing my future retirement(!) nest.

Wow~~30 years!  Time's flying!  I look forward to seeing everyone.

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Scott Shinstrom

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City:Kirkland State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Insurance agent Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:Business Administration

From Scott:September is right around the corner and I can't wait to see everyone. Jan and I celebrated 32 yrs this year, both our girls finished college and are on their own, with one getting ready for a wedding next summer. I'm still in Kirkland, never left, probably never will. Cheers everyone! Scott

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Karen Williams

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City:Auburn State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Metro bus driver Marital Status:Widowed No. of Children:3

From Karen :So excited to be living back in Washington again I missed it and I love being here

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the reunion

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Leslie Honda

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City:Kirkland State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Medical Device Quality Regulatory Marital Status:Widowed College:UW Bothell Degree:US Studies

From Leslie:I would have really enjoyed seeing everyone at our 40th reunion but I'll be out of town...seriously unbelieveable it has been that long since HS! Have a great time I'll be there in spirit.

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Joanne Jewell

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City:Vashon Island State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Teacher Website:www.plumforestfarm.com Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:Masters in Public Administration

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Dick Williams

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City:Redmond State/Prov.:OR Occupation:Manufacturing Marital Status:Married

From Dick:Married to Lori Gleichman (LW class of 1980) 21 years! -Upon Graduation: -U.S.Navy for six years (submarines). -Then, Kirkland, Tri-Cities, Seattle, Bothell, & now Bend.. Not sure what took us so long. -Jobs included; Television, Hardware store, Commercial laundry, & now a Fuel Cell company. -For fun? Hey, it's the High Desert, the best place to ride my Harley... Nice to see everyone, Dick

2018 update:
Moved a bit north to Redmond, OR a few years ago (Bend is getting a bit touristy).
Sold the Harley, got an RV & enjoy camping.
Lori & I celebrated our 30th last year, woo-hoo!

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PAUL THEE

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City:Haymarket State/Prov.:VA Occupation:Scientist Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:Air Force Inst of Tech Degree:PhD, Physics

From PAUL:Greetings from Virginia!
After a long Air Force career, I've retired and settled down as a government contractor supporting space systems. Sonji and I graduated both of our 2 children last year from college and are looking forward to the next steps of our life. We will see you all in September!

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Terese Barta

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City:Ephrata State/Prov.:WA Occupation:farmer Marital Status:Widowed No. of Children:2

From Terese:Looking forward to attending our 40th high school reunion. Sure glad it's September 15th. The past 2 reunions were held the same weekend as the Prosser Hit air balloon rally. My husband was a hot air balloon pilot. Still growing apricots and vegetables on my 13-1/2 acre farm near Ephrata.

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Greta Hunter

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State/Prov.:CO Occupation:Licensed clinical psychologist

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Jane Groenewegen (Petter)

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City:Snohomish State/Prov.:WA Marital Status:Married No. of Children:3

From Jane:I am looking forward to visiting with you, Time has passed so quickly. Terry and I have been married 27 years. Lived in Kirkland, Woodinville and now plan to retire in Snohomish. Have 3 grown children. Boy, Girl ,Boy. Daughter is married and yougest son to be married in Aug. Today my occupational status is "full time volunteer" It is a blessing to share and serve others.

Looking forwrd to our 40th Reunion!
Yes we did move to Snohomish, have a beautiful home and amazing view. WE are in the process of retiring on Whidbey Island on our west side waterfront property, more amazing views, and warmth and sunshine!
WE have 3 wonderful grown up and very independent children, all succesful in thier dreams. we are still waiting for grand children...
Im involved with music ministry in several venues. A teaching ministry, and still love my gardening and the opportunities it brings me. Terry and I have traveled many places in the last 20 years and look forward to more travel abroad, and also in and our new retirement vehicle!
WE look foward to our final move to Whidbey Island and developing our land -and involvement with the community and our many friendships there.
Thankful is the best way to sum up my last 40 years.

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Megan Martin (Higdon)

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City:Kent State/Prov.:WA Occupation:Retail Buyer Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:2 College:WWU

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Gregory Scheppe

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City:Everett State/Prov.:WA Marital Status:Committed Relationship No. of Children:2

From Gregory:Have 2 wonderful kids, 1 boy and 1 girl.
Joined Marine Corps in 83 - 86. Stationed at Camp Pendleton, CA and Kanehoe Bay, HI
Went to college in Alabama. Jobs: Commercial fisherman (before it was a popular tv show), long haul truck driver, Financial advisor, Shipping Supervisor, Material Manager and Buyer in the Aerospace industry.
Been riding motorcycles for 30+ years and currently Sgt at Arms for the Marines MC

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Jeff Pruss

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City:Pleasanton State/Prov.:CA Occupation:Sales Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2 College:University of Washington Degree:BS Mathematics

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Chris Zimmerman (Bushnell)

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City:Helena State/Prov.:MT Marital Status:Married No. of Children:3 College:WWU Degree:Education

From Chris:

It's been fun to read over this site (you did a great job on it!) to catch up on people. I've been in Montana the past 16 years. John and I built a log house in the woods outside of Helena. We love it here and are raising 3 great kids: Tom 14, Ben 12 and Matt 8. I'm blessed to be a stay-at-home-mom, although I don't feel like I'm home much between all the activities! I'm sorry to say I can't make it back to Kirkland for the reunion because of other committments. I wish I could. We had a great class, didn't we? My best to you all.

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