Classmates
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Jim Jordan
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 7 | |
| Occupation: | Retired General Contractor |
| Education: SLP High School | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Ethel Baston |
Bob (Barney Rubble) Kampa
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 3 | |
| Occupation: | Retired mechanical contractor |
| Education: Enough to get me in trouble and way more to get me out of trouble!! | |
| Comments: PARTY TIME CLASS OF 2023!!!!!!!!!!!!!WE'RE NOT GETTING ANY YOUNGER!!! | |
Cindy Shapiro (Kieffer)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 2 granddaughters and 5 grandsons, all under the age of 6 | |
| Education: University of Minnesota undergrad and MBA | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Knoll, Aquila |
Murray Klane
Then
| Marital status: | Divorced |
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| Children: | 3 |
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Grandchildren:
Elinora Schwaiger Griffin Schwaiger Charlie Thomas James Thomas (identical twins) |
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| Occupation: | Business Owner |
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Education:
BA in Child Psychology at University of Minnesota, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi JD at University of Oregon, graduated #1 in poker LLM in Estate Planning and Tax at Washington University in St. Louis |
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Comments:
Practiced law and had a tax practice for almost 20 years Developed and built affordable housing communities for low-income families and seniors for 8 years Run my company which develops identity and security software primarily for international markets |
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Jack Kohler
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Grandchildren: Ella and Noah (non-Minnesota Twins) | |
| Education: BS Accounting from U of M | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Eliot |
Toni Dachis (Krietzman )
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: Two adorable granddaughters | |
| Occupation: | Retired paralegal |
| Education: University of Minnesota | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
| Comments: 50 years?! [gulp] | |
Lee Ann Landstrom
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | retired nature center director, educator, and current children's book author |
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Education:
B.A. Carleton (biology) M.S. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (ecology) |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Oak Hill, Park Knoll (neither exist anymore. A Cub grocery store now occupies Park Knoll location.) |
| Comments: I retired as Nature Center Supervisor in Dayton MN. I also had taught at Dodge Nature Center and the Science Museum of MN. I am quite fortunate to be the co-author of the Nature's Yucky! non-fiction children's book series. I moonlight now and then to give travelogue presentations on my various international nature/wildlife/bird travels. | |
Paul Langer
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 2 | |
| Occupation: | Semi-Retired. Schroeder Moving Systems |
| Education: University of St. Thomas, BA | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Brookside |
Jody Groen (Larsen)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 4 - 2 boys, 2 girls | |
| Occupation: | Retired (41 years Wells Fargo) |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
| Comments: Reside in AZ and summer in northern MN. | |
Jane Wipf (Larson)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 7 | |
| Occupation: | I have spoken and written about grief. |
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Education:
1 year folk school in Cascade Mts. 1 year, California Lutheran 1 year University of California, Riverside |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
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Comments:
When I read the classmate memorials, I cried. I truly feel a love for you all! Moving to Alaska, this past fall was a jolt, but one of our daughters and her family live practically next-door! We all love to camp, fish and hike! Our other daughter is on the East Coast so we live with them also. And our son is in heaven. We love being grandparents! This Bible verse has come alive for me living in a mountain home, “ From the rising of the sun, to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.”!! Psalm 113:3 |
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Sonia Castleberry (Lazere)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Committed Relationship |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Academic editor |
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Education:
B.S., Journalism, University of Colorado Boulder M.A., Forensic Science, Argosy University |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Fern Hill, Park Hill |
Brad Lehrman
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: none | |
| Occupation: | Lawyer |
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Education:
Carleton College --BA Mitchell Hamline---JD |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Hill & Fern Hill |
Lori Lewis
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Digital Marketing Coordinator |
| Education: University of Minnesota, College of Home Economics | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Lenox |
| Comments: Looking forward to retirement next spring. Will continue to work my part time job (going on 30 years), do volunteer work and traveling. Enjoy being a weather geek and storm chasing with my friends. | |
Geri Hagen (Lidbeck)
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Grandchildren: Evelyn 5, Odin 4, Cecelia 2, Ascher and Brooks 16 months, Anora 15 months and Skadi 9 months | |
| Occupation: | Physical Therapist |
| Education: BS degree from U of MN in Physical Therapy | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Ethel Baston |
Marsha Liss
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Committed Relationship |
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| Grandchildren: Proud Auntie of Great Nephew Hyatt & Great Niece Greta | |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Education: Bachelor of Science from U of M | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Hill, Fern Hill |
Janice Kusmich (Lundeen)
Then
| Marital status: | Widowed |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 2 - Azalea (12), Ashford (9) they live in Seattle. | |
| Occupation: | Retired - Health Unit Coordinator @ HCMC (32 years) |
| Education: Some college. University of Minn | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Hill, Fern Hill |
| Comments: St. Louis Park was a wonderful place to grow up. I am blessed to be a snowbird in Venice, Florida 5 months a year. | |
Laurie Hoffman (Mark)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 3 grandchildren with one on the way in December 2023 | |
| Occupation: | Homœopath |
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Education:
BS U of M in Art Education MA Jewish Theological Seminary in Jewish Education Graduate of NY School of Homeopathy CCH (Certified Classical Homeopath) |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila, Brookside |
Kenneth McQuaid
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 4 | |
| Occupation: | Physician (Gastroenterology) |
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Education:
Stanford University - B.S., 1977 University of California San Francisco - M.D., 1981 |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Brookside |
| Comments: I am sorry to miss this reunion. Thanks to all the organizers for the hard work they have put into this. The In Memoriam section is so moving. | |
Chris Merz
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Retired since 2015 |
| Education: Bachelor's degree 1980 U of MN | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Eliot |
| Comments: Married since 1978 to Diane Thorsen (Robbinsdale '73); lived in Savannah GA (1978 - 1981), near Boston MA (1981 - 1984) before returning to MN. Currently have a hobby farm in Nowthen MN (near Elk River) since 1984. Retired on my 60th birthday. | |
Richard Meyer
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Occupation: | Mechanic |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Eliot |
| Comments: Still collecting and working on vintage cars. | |
Randy Mikkelson
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: None yet :-( | |
| Occupation: | Retired IT guy |
| Education: BA from Trinity International University | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Eliot School |
Ian Moorhead
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Occupation: | Emergency Physician, Retired Army LTC |
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Education:
Augsburg College Army Aviation School, Ft Rucker Al University of Minnesota Medical School Emergency Medicine residency at Madigan Army Medical Center, Ft Lewis WA |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Brookside |
Cheryl Craig (Moss)
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: Henry | |
| Occupation: | Graphic Designer/Web Manager |
Peggy Warren (Murphy)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Cardiovascular Research, Medtronic - Retired |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Most Holy Trinity, Ethel Baston |
Marcia Hayes (Muszynski)
Then
| Children: | 3 |
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Grandchildren:
3 Emma 5 yrs, brother Finn 3 yrs old and the youngest Lucas born Feb. 2023 |
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| Occupation: | Retired- have had a few jobs in completely different fields |
| Education: Some college St Cloud State , Banking Classes, and Food related classes | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Lenox through 4th grade then Good Shepherd 5th - 8th grade |
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Comments:
Hi all. We have a yours, mine and ours family, but really they are all ours, three lovely grandchildren. Two live in Fargo. The newest, born Feb. 2023, lives in Crystal. One single daughter that travels the world with her job. Very proud of all my kids and what adults they have become. |
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Nancy McMorran (Nelson)
Then
| Marital status: | Widowed |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Retired COO Dental Business Anthem Insurance Companies |
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Education:
RN - Rochester MN BS - U of M Columbia Masters Senior Executive |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Brookside |
| Comments: Career- started as RN in ICU and ER, Director of Nurses, Federal ESRD Board, Opened Dialysis Units on 4 Indian Reservations, Investigator Medicaid Fraud and Abuse, Director Health Policy State of MN, MN State Colleges and Univ Foundation Board, Sr VP Delta Dental, MN Women's Health Leadership Trust Board, Board of Prevent Child Abuse MN, Staff VP Anthem BCBSs, COO Anthem Dental Business and DeCare Dental | |
Douglas Ommart
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 5 |
| Grandchildren: My wife and I have 12 grandchildren. | |
| Occupation: | Towing specialist for accounts and high end luxury and exotics. |
| Education: I took many courses for auto tech and have worked for over 45 years in the automotive industry and 38 years towing. After high school did a 3 year tour in the navy including on board the ship that cleared the suez canal in 1975. My passion is auto racing and I work Brainerd International Raceway during the summers. | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila Elementary 5th&6th grades |
Loyas Gemmill (Otto)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 4 | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Lenox |
Susan Rucker (Piekarczyk)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 3 | |
| Occupation: | Retired Military |
| Education: Highest Degree Masters in Nursing | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor (K-4), Good Shepherd (5-8), Westwood Jr High (9th grade) |
Pete Pooler
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Gastroenterologist |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |
Ganet Fisher (Popper)
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: Gemma, 6 months | |
| Occupation: | IT Analyst |
| Education: MSW University of Minnesota | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Fern Hill |
| Comments: Thank you reunion committee!!!!!!! | |
Beverly Seltz (Richter)
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Knoll |
| Comments: Looking forward to seeing you, but warning you that I am on oxygen. Health struggles the last 9 years. | |
Robyn Rogin
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 1 |
| Occupation: | Physician (retired) |
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Education:
Undergrad and medical school at University of Minnesota Anesthesia residency and fellowship at University of Utah |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Oak Hill, Park Knoll, Cedar Manor |
| Comments: I practiced anesthesia in Utah until 2001, when I took a sabbatical, spending six months sailing in Mexico. On returning, I quit my job, signed up with some temp agencies, and moved aboard with my husband and our 10 year old. Over the next few years we sailed in Mexico and across the Pacific to New Zealand, stopping at island nations along the way. Other than a five year period back in the states, we've lived on the boat in New Zealand. I retired in 2017. When back in the states for visits, we're based in Washington state. | |
Debra Berglund (Rosch)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Grandchildren: 5 Grandchildren | |
| Occupation: | Medical Assisting Program Coordinator |
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Education:
Medical Assisting Diploma Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management Master of Science in Management, emphasis on Health Care Management |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |
| Comments: I am still working full-time at Rasmussen University as a Medical Assisting Program Coordinator. I actively volunteer for several organizations, including the American Cancer Society. I still play the flute as often as I can, including performing with CloudWinds trio. | |
Mary Feldman (Rozenberg )
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
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Grandchildren:
Penelope, born in 2014 Ezekiel, born in 2017 |
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| Occupation: | Franchise Executive & small business owner (Retired) |
| Education: Bachelors in Social Work, University of Minnesota, 1976 | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Lenox (grades 3-6) |
Rochelle Woolley (Rutstein)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 5 |
| Grandchildren: 2 | |
| Occupation: | Strategist |
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Education:
B.A. University of Minnesota M.P.H. School of Public Health, University of Minnesota M.S. University of Minnesota |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor & Park Knoll |
Pam Gaard (Schloff)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Artist |
Allan Schwartz
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Occupation: | Dentist/Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist |
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Education:
Arizona State University Baylor College of Dentistry Saint Louis University School of Nursing Washington University School of Nurse Anesthesia |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |
Geri Sweet (Serber)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
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Grandchildren:
Joshua Paul - 3 1/2 years old Evan Marcell - 1 year old Gemma - grand puppy - 11 months old |
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| Occupation: | Grammie - best and most rewarding career yet! Prior professional career included Sales, Development, and Administration. |
| Education: B.S. Business Administration from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Knoll |
| Comments: Sorry I was unable to attend the reunion. For those of you who remember me, please feel free to drop me a note with a message and/or a memory. I would love to hear from you! | |
Carol Clark (Seubert)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Grandchildren: 6 | |
| Occupation: | Retired Licensed School Nurse for Hopkins School District |
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Education:
AA Nursing Normandale Bachelor of Science in Nursing Metropolitan State University Masters in Education Hamline University |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
Robin Landy (Sharpe)
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: 4 | |
| Occupation: | Retired attorney |
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Education:
BSW MSW J.D. |
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Linda Friedman (Siegel)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: none | |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Education: BA from University of MN | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Park Knoll (grade 5 and 6) |
| Comments: Married to Joel Friedman (SLP class of '72, retired surgeon) since 1977. We have two sons, one daughter-in-law. I worked at Talmud Torah of St. Paul for over 30 years, providing administrative support for Jewish educational programs. | |
Ruth Erdahl (Sletten)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Children: | 1 |
| Occupation: | Happily Retired |
| Education: Bachelor of Elective Studies - St. Cloud State University | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Ethel Baston and Brookside |
| Comments: Worked in Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Benefit management for 25+ years. Traveling and attending concerts are two of my favorite things to do. I have been very fortunate to travel with my daughter and my sisters and brothers on some memorable trips. | |
Lawrence Sloan
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Single |
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| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Education: BS, Mankato State University | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
Beatrice Calascibetta (Sloane)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Widowed |
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| Children: | 2 |
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Grandchildren:
Alexandra 5 years Sarah 6 months |
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| Occupation: | Retired from United Airlines 40 years |
| Education: BA University of Minnesota | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Fern Hill |
Kirsten Soderlind
Then
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Grandchildren: Eliza 6, Owen 4 | |
| Occupation: | Chief Creative Officer, Artériel |
| Education: University of Texas, Austin, School of Architecture | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Cedar Manor |
Jordan Stern
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | N/A |
Carol Anderson (Swiggum)
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Grandchildren: 12 | |
| Occupation: | Retired RN |
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Education:
RN Lutheran Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing BSN St Louis University |
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| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |
Lynne Tolkinen
Then
| Children: | 6 |
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Grandchildren:
2 girls 1 boy |
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| Occupation: | Retired teacher |
| Education: BA Augsburg | |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |
Michael Undlin
Then
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Which elementary school(s) did you attend?: | Aquila |