December 22, 2006

2006 CLASS CHRISTMAS PARTY !

What a fun celebration it was!

Only one Christmas song (the Twelve Days of Christmas - Hawaiian Style) was sung by randomly-selected Classmates and their wives . . . but that was enough! We found out that one or two of our Classmates can barely sing let alone lip synch?

The pupus, dinner and home-made desserts were great . . . and the fellowship and "breaking bread" again with our Classmates, their wives and friends . . . splendid!

After a brief presentation on a possible Around the Islands Cruise activity for our next Reunion Gathering of local and mainland Classmates, we discussed travel ideas for our Class' upcoming Las Vegas 2007 trip.
(That date to be determined soon.)

Then, we began in impromptu round of joke - telling by our nutty Classmates and one brave wife. That event by "volunteers" brought tears to our eyes and beserk laughter!

Having enough to eat and refreshments to drink, we closed our Christmas Party with a prayer for God's continued blessings of good health and happiness on all of our Classmates and their families, both near and far, and that we may meet again and again.

Enjoying the Christmas Party at "the Lodge at Wailuna" in the Pearl City area were:

Conrad and Lucy Basa, George and Maggie Joy, Johnson and Elaine Yee, Cenric and Linda Ho, George and Dori Corenevsky, Gordon and Betty Sam, Darryol and Nadine DeRego, Damien Farias and Nancy, Sonny Lam, Bob Moranha, Allen and Betty Perkins, Fred and Fran Hackbarth, George Rego, Jim and Emme Burns, Joe Ornellas and Stephanie, Barney and Deborah Freitas, and Loui and Barbara Paresa.

Archived Classmate News

ROY SHIRAKATA

Roy Hisashi Shirakata, born 09/13/1937;

Partner's nickname is Bunny.
Resides at Bend, OR 97701.

He attained a bachelor's degree in college, then went to work. Roy spent 32 years at
Lockheed – California (Now Lockheed Martin), in the fields of aerodynamics, flight
test and flying operations.

Roy has three children and 4 grandchildren

His hobbies include fishing, hunting, guns/shooting & snow shoeing.

These days, Roy spends most of his time with his hobbies and with volunteer work.

By the picture above, one can see that Roy developed into a fine, healthy, and
distinguished looking man. Good luck Roy, and God bless!

He can be reached by contacting George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

 

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RONALD PATRICK SOARES

1955

2008

Ronald Soares, nicknamed "PAKELIKA", was born in March, 1937.

His wife's name is Sheila Waiola Soares, and her nickname is "WAIOLA".

They live in Pomona, California.

Ron attained a Master's Degree; served in the U.S. Army and attained the rank of SP/5.

Ron and Sheila have 3 children and 4 grandchildren.

Ron's hobbies are: Computer, Hawaiian Crafts, and on-line Hawaiian Jewelry.

Ron went to college at 18 but did not complete his university time as he was drafted into the Army. (he had a year to go to finish college). In the Army, he went to Electronic Missile School, and served 3-1/2 years in Korea. He then went on to complete his Bachelor's Degree requirements, then taught grades 2-8 for a period of 20 years. He then "retired" and began his own Hawaiian Jewelry Business online. While currently doing this, he also cares for his mother who has had Alzheimers', for the past 6 years.

Ronald worked in many industries, including the State of California Water Resources (as an assistant engineer) - Ran his own home remodeling business - worked as an assistant engineer for an air conditioning company, where he INVENTED a robot for testing the air in a room, long before robots in the work place were thought of - became the pastor of a Hawaiian Christian Church!

Ron is most proud of turning failing kids in school, to above average students. Also, his pride is reflected in his being selected as "District (school) Science teacher for all top students in the district for grades 4-8 students".

These days Ronald "Pakelika" Soares spends his time operating his online business and lovingly caring for his mom.

He can be reached by contacting George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

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JAMES S. BURNS

1955

2008

James Seishiro Burns, nicknamed"Jim" & "Judge", was born in April, 1937.

His wife's name is Emme T. Burns, and is known to all as "Emme".

They live in Kailua, Oahu Hawaii.

Jim attained a Doctorate Degree, and served in the US Army as an E-4, and in the Hawaii National Guard as a Captain.

Jim has 2 children and one grandchild.

Jim's hobbies are Golf & Gardening.

He spent 1963 and 1964 in the U.S. Army. From 1965-1976 he was a law attorney in private practice. In 1977, Jim was selected to be a Judge of the First Circuit Court in Hawaii, and served in this capacity to 1980. He was then selected as the Chief Judge of the Hawaii (Supreme Court) Intermediate Court of Appeals; and continued in this position till his retirement in 2007. He is now an Adjunct Professor at the University of Hawaii's William S. Richardson's School of Law.

A distinguished and soft spoken individual, Jim keeps busy by taking care of himself and his lovely wife, and tries to get in some golf whenever he can.

He can be reached by contacting George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

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BRUCE B. MANN

1955

2008

Bruce Burdette Mann, was born in April 1937.

His nickname is “Haole Boy”

His spouse's name is Audrey and her nickname is “Ala”.

They live in Las Vegas, Nevada. They produced 5 children, and have 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. (Whoaaa, very busy couple).

Bruce served in the U.S. Navy and attained the rank of E-5

Bruce's hobbies are: Cooking, Gardening & Traveling.

From 1956 to 1966 Bruce was in the Navy. Then, from 1966 to 1990, he was working at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard. Thennnn, from 1991 through 1993, he was a cross-country “eighteen wheeler” driver for many trucking companies.

Perhaps you may not know this, but, in 1963, Bruce became an ALL NAVY UNDERHAND
SOFTBALL (FAST PITCH) PITCHER!

Bruce, aka “Haole Boy”, is most proud of becoming a Superintendent of the Electrical Shop (Shop 51), of the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard; a most prestigious position indeed.

These days, Bruce spends most of his time acting as his wife's caregiver; heart rending, but testament to Bruce's love and caring.

If you would like to get in touch with Bruce, contact George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

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ALBERT P. MOSSMAN

1955

2008

Albert P. Mossman (always called Albert), will answer to “Al”.

He was born in 1937.

His spouse's name is Sharon. They live in Oakland, California. Albert & Sharon have one daughter.

Albert attained his B.S. degree, from St. Mary's. He served in the U. S. Army and attained the rank of E-4.Albert's hobbies are: Travel; Ham Radio, Music, and Sports (to the extent he is able).

He attained his degree in Chemistry. He worked for the Army Signal Corps in Germany; worked at the San Francisco Naval Shipyard; the U. S. Department of Agriculture (doing research on food processing - for over 30 years). He retired in 1999.

Something that Albert thinks that is unusual about his life is: He attended some of the War Crimes Trials in Nuremberg (Germany) during 1946. That was because his father was stationed there and the trials were open to the public. Not many people alive today can say that they attended those famous trials.

Of those things which Albert is most proud of, are: His passion for his work (during his career) which generated the writing and developing of two book chapters on Rice Production & Processing - & - his being blessed with a “really nice daughter” and a “wonderful wife” that seem to like him. Wow, this is a humble man; a true SLC Crusader.

These days, he does whatever he likes. Such as: learning new things, seeing new places, enjoying Family and friends, and trying to keep healthy & fit.

If you would like to get in touch with Albert, contact George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

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MICHAEL OSAMU NAKAMURA

1955

2008

Michael Osamu Nakamura, nicknamed “Mike”, was born in March, 1937.

His wife's name is Kay. They live in Camarillo, California.

Michael attained both a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in college.

Michael & Kay have two children.

Mike's hobbies are: Playing the Ukulele.

His work history is as follows: Worked at HMSA from 1959 to 1961. Then, as a Civil Service
Employee of the Army at Ft. Shafter from 1961 to 1963; followed by Civil Service for the Army in Okinawa from 1963 to 1968; then Civil Service for the Air Force at Oxnard AFB (California) from 1968 to 1969; Then Civil Service for the Navy at Port Hueneme (California) from 1970 to 1987; and finally, Civil Service for the Navy at Point Mugu (California) from 1987 to 2003.

Mike is most proud of: Still being healthy enough to enjoy retirement and cheer for the U.H. Warriors.

These days, Michael spends his time playing the ukulele and being an active member of the “Hawaii Club of Ventura County”. Welllll, Mike will have to bring along his “uke” the very next time that he joins us back in Hawaii for a get together, whatever that get together might be.

Get in touch with Michael, by contacting George Corenevsky (808) 455-7955 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St. Aiea, HI 96701

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FREDERICK M. SOUZA

1955

2008

Frederick Michael Souza, nicknamed “Sonny”, was born in 1936

His wife's name is Gladys “Nani” Souza.

Sonny and his wife live on Oahu, in Waialua.

They have 2 children.

Frederick is a U. S. Army veteran.

Sonny's hobbies are: golf, fishing, plants, and raising hogs.

Frederick worked for the Department of the Army and retired with 43-1/2 years of service. He retired as a Refrigeration Supervisor in 1998.

He claims that nothing “exciting” happened to him during his work career. He just kept on working.

Frederick is most proud of having a wonderful wife and family. He and Nani have been married for more than 40 years, and “every day is a good day”.

Currently, Sonny is still working, doing odd jobs, and enjoying life to the fullest!

Want to contact Frederick?
Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or
808-455-7955, or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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JAMES J. KAUFMANN

1955

2008

James John Kaufmann, nicknamed “Jim” or “Jimmy”, was born in February, 1938.

Jim's higher education included the attainment of a Bachelor's Degree.

His hobbies are: poetry, beautiful women and peaceful tranquility.

In his lifetime, Jimmy was a Brother of the Priests of the Sacred Heart Society of Jesus, a volunteer at a Benedictine Priory in Valyermo. California; and worked for the Federal Government from which he retired.

He has published or had published, book reviews, poetry, essays, and numerous “letters to the editor”and pictures in various local & national newspapers & journals.

His is most proud of retiring from U. S. Federal Civil Service after 24 years of faithful service at Hickam Air Force Base.

Since 1975, Jim has passionately “agitated for peace”!

If you would like to get in touch with Jim,
contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or
808-455-7955, or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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JOSEPH J. ORNELLAS

1955

2008

Joseph James Ornellas, nicknamed Joe, was born in 1936.

Joe has 5 children and 8 grandchildren.

Joe served with the Hawaii National Guard and attained the rank of Sgt.

He currently resides in Hawaii Kai, Oahu.

He has one great “hobby” and that is visiting his other “domicile”, Las Vegas. He used to enjoy golfing, but age has caught up with his hands and golfing has become difficult.

Joe spent most of his adult work time as an employee of Hawaiian Telephone Co./GTE Hawaii, and “retired” after more than 32 years of service. He also became a highly respected certified Western Athletic Conference Football Referee and did this for approximately 17 years. After retiring from refereeing on the field as a working official, he was “upgraded” to WAC Football Referee Observer (another phrase for Assistant Supervisor) for the last 12 years.

Joe has been an active SLAA Board member for the past 14 years.

Currently, Joe manages Apt/Home complexes and has become somewhat of an “expert” in boulders that roll down from a hillside – as is repeatedly shown on local TV.

Joe is very proud of his children and grandchildren, as they are “him”, a proud, hardworking and compassionate man.

Get in touch with Joe,
contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or
808-455-7955, or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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GORDON S. KIYUNA

1955

2008

Gordon Sadao Kiyuna, nicknamed “Donnie”, was born in October, 1937.

He lives on Oahu, Hawaii.

He has two children and one grandchild.

His hobbies appear to be golf, gardening, and the pursuit of solitude.

After graduating from SLC in 1955, Gordon attended the University of Hawaii for a year. Then, he decided to start working to help out his parents. He spent nine years at the U. Okada & Co. (wholesalers), then 3 years at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Food & Beverage Service, another year at Don Ho Enterprises (Hana Ho & Hale Ho), and thheeennnn 30 years for Shell Oil Co. from which he retired, being very grateful for being alive and in fairly healthy condition.

“Donnie” claims that there was “nothing spectacular about his life”. It was his choice to work hard and do the right things. Happiness was watching his family grow and enjoying life with them; along with his close circle of lifelong friends.

Gordon is most proud of his two sons, who have different personalities but are genuinely “great kids/guys”.

So, these days Gordon golfs a little, does some gardening and enjoys whatever times of solitude that he can develop.

Would you like to contact Gordon?
Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com, or
808-455-7955, or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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WENDELL K. H. WONG

1955

2008

Wendell Kung Hum Wong, nicknamed “Coach”, was born in August, 1936.

His wife's name is Elaine. They live on Oahu, Hawaii.

Wendell attended both Chaminade College & Honolulu Business College, and attained a Bachelor's Degree.

Wendell has two children and four grandchildren.

“Coach's” hobbies are fishing and crabbing.

Wendell worked in the Insurance field for many, many years, until he “retired” in 1990.

In his career in the insurance business, he was named “Man of the Year” for seven (7) consecutive years, by his company – Grand Pacific Life Insurance Co. He is most proud of that accomplishment.

These days, Wendell dedicates his time doing as much fishing and crabbing as he possibly can. Perhaps on one of his better fish/crab catch days, he might call some of us to share in his bounty?

Want to get in touch with Wendell?
Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or
808-455-7955 or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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CEFERINO AGOR

1955

2008

Ceferino Agor, nicknamed “SUB”, was born in December 1936.

His wife's name is Supreana and is nicknamed “Sue”.

They Live in Pacific Palisades, Pearl City, Oahu.

This wonderful couple have two children and two grandchildren.

Sub's hobby is Golfing.

Ceferino is most proud of his two grandchildren, who are currently attending college at the University of Nevada at Reno.

He “confesses” to being “computer illiterate” and it is his lovely wife Sue that reads e-mails and then calls Cef over to the computer to read any important correspondence(s). So, we have to depend entirely on Supreana to get him to read anything about the Class of '55. Da buggah.

Besides doing the regular things that 70 -71-72 year old men do (like watch TV and sleep, and sleep, and sleep, and cough, and wheeze); Ceferino thoroughly enjoys golfing and yard work.

Getting in touch with this Class of '55 Crusader is easy.
Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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ALLEN P. PERKINS

1955

2008

Allen Puamohala Perkins, nicknamed “Perk”, was born in July of 1935.

Perk's wife's name is Betty Ann. They live in Kalama Valley, Oahu, Hawaii.

Allen & Betty Ann have four children, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Perk's hobbies are: Music, Golf, being a “handy man”, and of course, loving and caring for his wife.

Allen enlisted in the U. S. Air Force in 1955 and attained the rank of Sargent. Later, in 1959, he was employed at the Hawaiian Telephone Company and retired from them in 1993 from the position of “2nd Level Supervisor, Electronic Group, Federal Systems Dept”. During his tenure with Hawaiian Telephone, he served as an IBEW Union Representative, and further, as the IBEW President, during the years from 1969 through 1974. After his retirement from Hawaiian Telephone Co., he was the Night Auditor (1996) for the Moana Hotel in Waikiki; and then worked as a Contract Employee for Verizon Telephone Co., from 2001 through 2006. He is now “fully retired” and tries very hard to get to all the “honey-do” handy man chores around the house.

Did you know????-- Perk owned and operated a Health Food Store for a period of 13 (1965 – 1978) years; and at the time, his store was one of only two in Honolulu. This is why we all know that “Perk” has plenny money!

Allen is most proud of being able to progress through the years, and to continually “keep up” with all of the changes in the High Tech World. He is also very proud of his ability to perform many daily challenges (because he get plenny money).

These days, Perk is learning to play the electric base guitar, the ukulele; plays some golf; and is currently the VICE GRAND Lodge Officer of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), Excelsior Lodge #1 of Hawaii (member for the last 4-1/2 yrs). Wow – hope there is no test to try and remember the whole title. Way to go Perk!

Contact Allen by reaching George Corenevsky at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701 or e-mail him at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or phone him at (808) 455-7955

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ROY Y. ICHIMURA

1955

2008

Roy Yoshito Ichimura, (no nickname), was born in June 1937.

He is married to the former Lois Chong, and they live in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii.

After graduating from SLC in 1955, Roy went to work for the Hawaii Air National Guard. After 32+ years of exemplary service with the H.A.N.G., he “retired”.

Currently, Roy works at the Kapolei Golf Course, where he enjoys the “perks” and new friends.

Besides playing golf, Roy now spends his time with some fishing, traveling to Japan & California & Reno; all the while enjoying his “semi-retirement” life.

Want to “contact” Roy?? Easy, Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or 808-455-7955
or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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GEORGE J. CORENEVSKY

1955

2008

George John Corenevsky, nicknamed “Cornwhisky”, was born in June 1937.

His wife's name is Adoracion, nicknamed “Dori”. They live in Aiea, on Oahu, Hawaii.

George has (together with Dori) eleven children , twenty four grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Cornwhisky's hobbies are: the stock market and being a grandfather.

George spent three years with the U. S. Army. Then he was successful in obtaining an “apprenticeship” with the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard. He spent 36+ years working as a Federal Government civilian employee and retired in 1994. He then started his own company dealing with High Speed Satellite Data Info Systems. He sold his business in 2000, and is now “fully retired”.

Cornwhisky attained the rank of Sargent E-5 when he was but 18 years of age. During his career in the Army and his time with the Federal Government, George received 113 awards/commendations/recognitions. He was selected to the position of Chief Planner & Estimator at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and was the youngest ever then selected to that prestigious position in the Entire Nation and was/is the Only Person from Hawaii to ever attain the permanent/full time position. He is a 175 time Blood donor & 3 time Pheresis donor at the Blood Bank of Hawaii; 7 time blood donor while in the service, and 2 time additional blood donor while traveling on the mainland and hearing of a “call for donors”. Also, George worked and lived in the Philippines for 7 years and can converse intelligently in Tagalog (national language of the Philippines).

In 1987, George was selected as Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard's “Federal Employee of the Year” for Community Service. In 1988, Cornwhisky was selected as the State of Hawaii Lions Clubs' “Humanitarian of the Year”. George was a “hands on” volunteer for the Red Cross (took care of physically handicapped clients at their homes); a one year volunteer at the Kapiolani Hospital at Pali Momi (5th floor – terminally ill patients) where he helped patients by writing letters for them, or by “talking story about the old days”, and by playing the ukulele and singing “old time kine songs”.

These days, George spends his time with the Stock Market, visiting his family, traveling, and tries to help in keeping the classmates interested in participating in class events and happenings.

Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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HERBERT H. Q. LUM

1955

2008

Herbert Hung Quon Lum was born in November 1935.

His nickname is Herb; and he lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Herb has five children and three grandchildren.

He lists no “hobbies”.

After graduating from S.L.C. He became a Professional Truck Driver (18 Wheelers – Cross country) for a company called Double “L” Trucking, and continued to work there until he retired.

Herbert spends his time by doing“whatever he likes” and takes his “retirement” very seriously. There was a time, after his retirement from the Trucking Company, that Herb was a part-time Casino Bus Driver.

As we all can see, Herb “aged” very well and looks (the above picture of 2008) younger than he really is; don't you think? Maybe only 70?????

Contacting Herb is “an easy thing to do”. Just contact George Corenevsky at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701 or e-mail him at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or phone him at (808) 455-7955

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GEORGE W. LISHMAN

1955

2008

George Wheeler Lishman was born in December 1937. His nickname is “Buzz”.

His wife's name is Barbara Jean (Barb), and they live in Eagan, Minnesota.

They have seven children and thirteen grandchildren.

George's hobbies are listed as: Tennis, golf, fishing, and pool (billiards). (Since he is in Minnesota, could he be a distant relative of Minnesota Fats??)

After his graduation from S.L.C. In 1955, Buzz entered a local Business School ('55 to '58) and got his business degree. During this time, he joined the U.S. Marines ('56 to '62) and attained E-4 rank. Note: he managed to be in the Marines and also found the time and opportunity to concurrently continue and finish his Business School education. Then, he became an Assistant Manager for Sheraton Hawaii. Then, he was an Assistant Manager for the Park Motor Inn of Madison, Wisconsin.

After that stint, he became a successful Sales Consultant in the Professional Beauty Industry; his territory covering parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois. Buzz retired from this career in December of 2003. Didn't last but three months, when George discovered he didn't like retirement, so he found work with Home Depot, where he is still currently employed.

Because of his parents (Military), he was fortunate enough to have traveled a lot, and, had many opportunities and experiences in meeting all kinds of people from other countries, and seeing all the wonderful and different scenery and cultures. He has lived in Italy (Florence) for 2 years, Germany (Munich & Landshut) for 5-1/2 years, and in Japan (2 times) for 2-1/2 years.

Buzz is most proud of his “Hawaiian Heritage”, graduating from S.L.C., his 6 years in the Marine Corps, having four children and three stepchildren & thirteen grandchildren; having a BEAUTIFUL spouse, and for his good health (Thanks to the good Lord).

These days, George works, travels and “goofs off” whenever he can.

Contact George by contacting George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or 808-455-7955 or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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THOMAS M. DeMELLO

1955

2008

Thomas Martin DeMello, nicknamed Tom, was born in October 1937.

Thomas lives in Seattle, Washington

He currently is without a spouse, but is courting a wonderful woman from Croatia, by the name of Ivanica.

Tom has five children (all boys), and five grandchildren.

Tom says that his hobbies are: fishing, swimming, and camping.

Thomas worked at a Green Bay, Wisconsin based Leicht Industries Corporation (Tri-L), and was assigned to the Vice President of the Trucking division. Tom eventually became the Vice President of the West Coast Region with Tri-L. He was later promoted to President of Tri-L Transport. The company was phased out and later Tom worked for Leicht Industries in their Truck Brokerage Dept. Tom is currently working with a company called Jabon Freight Forwarders as their Office Manager. He has been with Jabon Freight for almost 20 years, and says that even though he is 70 years old, he will continue on until either the company gets rid of him, or God calls him for judgment.

Tom had some difficult times during his life/career but struggles on like the Crusader he is. He is very happy working for Jabon Freight and says that he will reap rewards from their profits and a Bonus Program. He also is collecting his Social Security benefits. Must have lots of money – don't you think?

Thomas is most proud of raising his boys. Some of them have accomplished a lot, and the others not so much - - - but he loves them all... lots!

These days, Tom enjoys sports and also “visits” the Slot Machines at the Indian Casinos in his area. He doesn't move around much anymore because he has “bad knees”; and eventually, he will have knee surgery. Damn * * *
this getting old thing sucks!

Want to get in contact with Thomas? Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or 808-455-7955 or
98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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HAROLD MUO WAH CHUN

1955

2008

Harold Muo Wah Chun was born in March of 1937.

He and his wife Gladys live in the Salt Lake area of Oahu, HI.

No nickname was provided by Harold, but like other names like his, it would not be a “stretch” to call him Hal. But – no do dat!

Harold went on to college and attained a Bachelor's Degree.

He and Gladys have three children and two grandchildren.

Harold lists his hobbies as: Spectator sports (like football, volleyball & basketball), and playing golf.

In his life during the past 53 years, Harold graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a degree in Architectural Engineering. After his college graduation, he worked for Hawaii Kai Development Corp., then at Young & Henderson, & Alfred A. Yee & Associates; and then finally spent the next 38 years with the U. S. Air Force at Hickam Air Force Base. The Air Force job involved 13 years with the Base Engineers and 25 years with Headquarters Pacific Air Forces. He retired from “civil service” in 2005 and is currently working for a private engineering firm – CH2M HILL in downtown Honolulu.

Harold is most proud of his granddaughter Cyanne, age 12 at Kamehameha School; and his grandson Cade, age 7 at Salt Lake Elementary School

Since he is “still going strong”, he spends his days at work and enjoys a little bit of golf whenever he can.

You can reach Harold by e-mailing
George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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PAUL WAH TIM FUNG

1955

2008

Paul Wah Tim Fung, was born in May of 1937.

He and his wife CaroleAnn (Lovey is her nickname), live up in Nuuanu, Oahu, HI.

They have two children.

Paul lists no nicknames. Too bad! But no nickname is better than “Hey You”.

After graduating from St. Louis College in 1955, Paul's life went something like this: was in the U. S. Army and the Hawaii Air National Guard - attained the rank of E-7. While in the U. S. Army, he was in the Artillery and served in Vietnam. Also served in Operation Desert Shield in Turkey. Went to college and attained a Master's Degree. He became a teacher and taught at Olomana School, Jarrett Intermediate School & Kalani High School. He also was a Lecturer at the University of Hawaii.

Besides all that, Paul worked for the Federal Government at the Internal Revenue Service, worked for the State of Hawaii Government at the Department of Taxation (retired from the State Govmn't in 2002), and, was a stock broker for EF Hutton, Dean Witter & First Honolulu Securities. Geez, what DIDN'T this guy do?. Very busy lifetime indeed.

Did you know that Paul danced with the female lead of the group The Fifth Dimension? And, this one is the “bomb”, Paul was asked by THE Bruce Lee to accompany him to San Francisco to teach Kung Fu. Eh!!! No mess wid dis guy Paul!

Paul's hobbies are listed as: Stamps, Coins, Swimming & Jogging.

Paul reveals that he is most proud of “having been through so much in his lifetime, and surviving with decent health”.

These days, since Paul isn't truly “retired”, he works for American Savings Bank and volunteers for various community efforts like the Special Olympics.

If you would like to contact Paul,
just e-mail Contact George at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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RAYMOND WAI MUN LOO

1955

2008

Raymond Wai Mun Loo, was born in December of 1937.

He lives in Honolulu, Oahu, HI.

Raymond doesn't list a nickname, but one would think that it might be “Ray”.

Raymond has two children and two grandchildren.

He lists his hobbies as GOLF!

On graduating from S.L.C. Ray went to work for the Hawaii Air National Guard for a period of 10
years. He attained the rank of E-7. Then, he worked as a Postal Worker for the U.S.P.S. for 33 years.

These days, Ray says, “if God lets me, I wake up and then decide what it is I'm going to do for that particular day. I primarily focus on GOLF”. (Must be independently wealthy – don't cha tink)

Want to get in contact with Raymond?
Contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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DARRYOL A. De REGO

1955

2008

Darryol Anthony De Rego, was born in May, 1937. His nickname is “Darry”.

Darry & his wife Norine Madelyn “Rene” De Rego live in Brightwood, Oregon.

Darryol served in the HANG (Hawaii Army National Guard) and progressed to the rank of E-5.

He lists as hobbies: Restoring Vintage Cars, and being a “part time Timber Grower”

They have 3 children, 12 grandchildren, & 2 great grandchildren;and who knows, maybe some more on the way??

After graduating from S.L.C., he attended Northrup Institute of Technology and attained a Certificate, issued through the F.A.A., that certified Darry as an Air Frame & Power Plant Mechanic., and he landed a job at Hawaiian Airlines from 1956 to 1958. Then, in 1958, Darryol started with Hawaiian Telephone GTE as a “Switching Technician”. After many job promotions, he “retired” from Hawaiian Tel in 1988 as “Station Installation & Repair Manager – Oahu”. He immediately went back to work for Hawaiian Airlines as an aircraft mechanic and subsequently “retired” from the airline in 1993.

During his career at Hawaiian Tel GTE, Darryol developed, submitted and was awarded a Patent from the United States Patent Office for a device that he designed for Pay Station Telephones (the award was issued for a seven year period of protection); and the Patent is still on record at the U. S. Patent Office. Must be the S.L.C. education.

Darry & Rene are most proud of their three children. The children are their pride and joy. Darryol & Rene are very proud of the upbringing of their children and the children's subsequent loyalty to God, country and family. The kids grew up to be responsible citizens due to their parent's love, discipline and guidance throughout their growth. The kids all currently hold responsible positions in their communities in Hawaii & Oregon.

These days, Darryol & Rene (because they are “antique hounds”), search out & visit as many Antique shops that they can find. They collect many things, They also enjoy – very much – their home which sits on 5 acres of land (geeezzz – that's almost the whole size of Oahu). Darryol does various things on his land, and, in his well equipped shop, they have been able to repair/restore a 1939 Ford 4 Dr. Dlx Sedan. They claim to “always be busy”.

Want to “get hold of Darryol?
Easy, just contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or
808-455-7955 or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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DANIEL LADEIRA

1955

2008

Daniel Ladeira Jr. was born in November 1937.

His preferred “nickname” is SCRAMBLER. He also likes to be called Danny and not Daniel.

Danny & his wife Evelyn (nicknamed Lucky), live in Claremont, California.

Danny & Evelyn have four children, seven grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

Scrambler was in the U. S. Army and attained the rank of E-7.

Hobbies of Danny are: Golf, golf, GOLF, & GOLF.

This Crusader, Danny, wants us all to know that he was in the Vending Machine Business for 45 years and then he Retired.

The one thing which Danny is most proud of, is: Reaching and accomplishing RETIREMENT with “NO BILLS”. Wow – how did he do that? Lucky buggah da guy! Oah maybe jus smaht.
These days, Scrambler (Danny), relaxes, takes walks, plays golf, plays golf, plays golf, and tries in every way to enjoy life.

Danny can be reached by Contacting George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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ROBERT CHEW YEN LUM

1955

2008

Robert C. Y. Lum was born in August 1937.

He and his wife Elizabeth live in the Pauoa area of Oahu, Hawaii.

They have four children.

Robert earned a Bachelor's Degree from Chaminade University of Honolulu.

This good guy and spirited Crusader, retired from the City & County of Honolulu after 27 years of exemplary service.

These days, Robert is involved in taking care of his health as best as he can. He also does (when he is physically able to) much volunteer work.

To contact this Classmate, ask George Corenevsky at 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com and George will provide contact info.

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ALLAN KENNETH PERALTA

1955

2008

Allan Kenneth Peralta, nicknamed “Al”, was born in January 1938 (is one of our youngest classmates).

He and his wife Audrey, live in (somewhere close to) Las Vegas, Nevada. They have five children, ten grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Al attended the University of California – Berkley. He then got married, and honeymooned in Hawaii.

He stayed in Hawaii and worked for a short time at Bishop Bank before becoming a Honolulu Police Officer. During his tenure as a policeman in 1959, he attained some notoriety by “enrolling” at Radford High School (Hawaii) as an undercover “Narc” agent; and actually was part of a police sting that busted a ring of drug pushers and suppliers to high school kids. (Imagine, Al was “back in high school” because he looked so young). After leaving the Honolulu Police Department in 1963, Al went to work for the SpenceCliff Corporation as Operations manager. In a few years, Al formed a Consulting Firm with an S.L.H.S. Alumnus (Class of '57), to own-manage-operate various local hotels and nightclubs. Then, in 1974, together with S.L.C. Alumni members Fred Hirayama & Richard Okita (both of the Class of '52), opened a Disco called “DA STING”!

Moving on in life, Allan, through his golf experiences, became a distributor of golf equipment & related goods. In 1977, Al moved to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and owned & operated Neville World Travel. In 1992, he moved to Las Vegas, Nevada and helped build the “only fully automated golf driving range in the Western Hemisphere” (or so they called it at the time). He “taught” golf and later designed and built a bar inside of his pro shop, including poker machines. He catered to “Vegas Hawaiians” (especially the LV Hawaiian Golf Club which he helped found in 1992). He named his place “Star Golf Bar & Lounge” and included music and karaoke.

Allan is presently operating various “kiosks” selling Mardi Gras beads on most MGM Las Vegas properties.

Allan lists his hobbies (his passion) as GOLF!

Presently, Al spends his time golfing, thinking about golfing, dreaming about golf, and fantasizing about beating “Tiger”.

If you'd like to contact Allan, just contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or
808-455-7955 or at 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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CONRADO R. BASA

1955

2008

Conrado Roldan Basa (no nickname), was born in February 1936.

He and his wife Lucy live in Pacific Palisades, Pearl City, Hawaii. They have two children (both boys are St. Louis graduates) and one grandchild – and one “on-the-way”!

Conrado attained an Associate Degree after his graduation from S.L.C. He also served in the U.S.A.F. And retired as an E-6.

He lists his hobbies as: Golf & Walking.

Conrado served in the USAF as an enlisted man, and retired after 22 years of exemplary service. He also worked for the USAF as a civilian and worked for and additional 17 years – fully retiring in 1999 after a total of 39 years of continued government service.

During his career as a USAF serviceman & civilian employee, Conrado earned many, many awards and commendations. He received two most prestigious awards in 1969 while in the Air Force as a serviceman (see below). He also served in Vietnam during 1968 – 1970. His “top position” was that of “Flight Engineer”.

He would like all to know that he received the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Air Medal w/four Oak Leaf Clusters for “extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight” in 1969. (Wow – we have a really fantastic classmate here).

He is most proud of BEING RETIRED.

His time these days is spent being a grandfather to his grandson, golfing, traveling & walking (for exercise).

It is easy to “reach Conrado” contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
or 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701.

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MICHAEL E. LYONS

1955

2008

Michael Edwards Lyons, was born in April 1935 (this guy is OLD). His nickname is “Mickey”.

He and his wife Eleanor (Ellie) live on Oahu, in Hahaione Valley (Hawaii Kai).

They have three children and seven grandchildren.

Mickey worked for the State of Hawaii Army National Guard (Air Defense), and retired from that organization in 1979 after 27 years of service, at the attained rate of E-7 (Sgt. First Class).

Meanwhile, in 1965, Michael went into the printing sales business, and subsequently, in 2000, retired with 35 years of dedicated service as a Printing Sales Representative.

Mickey is affiliated with the: Ancient Order of Foresters, Court Camoes, No. 8110
Hawaii Football OfficialsAssociation
Honolulu Elks Club, Lodge 616
Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Harmony Lodge #3

He lists his “hobbies” as: Enjoying his wife, children & grandchildren.

You can “reach” Mickey, by contacting George Corenevsky at 808-455-7955 or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701 or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com and George will provide contact info.

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MELVIN KIM YOU CHING

1955

2008

Melvin Kim You Ching (no nickname), was born in June 1936.

He and his wife Sylvia, live on Oahu, in the McCully district. They have three children.

After SLC, Melvin attended the University of Hawaii for two years. He was in the U. S. Army and attained the rank of Sgt (E-5). Eventually, he went to work for the U. S. Government, for the Dept. of the Navy, and spent thirty seven years in the field of communications. Simultaneously, he worked part-time for the Honolulu Advertiser (for only thirty two years), in order to qualify for Social Security. After these “stints” at working, he retired and now (as he says) “sits on his butt”.

Melvin lists as his “hobbies”: Fishing, Gardening, & Home Care.

Being the nice and soft spoken guy that he is, Melvin relates that he had no really great accomplishments or special things about his life – he was “just a working guy”.

The things that he is most proud of are his fourteen (14) awards given to him by his Commanding Officer(s) and Department Head(s).

Things being what they are, Melvin currently spends his time “goofing off” and “gaining weight”. He has been “seen” having refreshments at the Maunakea Marketplace Food Court.

If interested in contacting Melvin, please contact George Corenevsky at 808-455-7955, or
98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701, or gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com
and George will provide info on Melvin.

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ALLAN KENNETH PERALTA

1955

2008

To all you "OLD FART GOLFERS", this Old man (young to most of you) finally shot under his age. Shot 3-under "69" at Silverstone GC on Dec 9th. I've been trying to do this for a couple of years, and it finally happened.....

Aloha, Allan

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DENIS DAI KEONG CHING

1955

2010

Denis Dai Keong Ching, was born on March 14th, 1937

He and his lovely wife Karen (nee: Kaneshiro – Waipahu High School Class of 1959) of 47 years, live in Austin, Texas. They have four sons and twelve grandchildren.

Denis' nickname is “Denny”.

After SLC, Denis went to the University of Hawaii, and obtained a degree in Education. He taught school for one semester at Kalakaua Intermediate School, where he was told - “if you can teach there, you can teach anywhere”. After the one semester, he didn't want to find out if they were right, so he left to do some post-graduate work in Business, at Frostburg State College (Maryland). He tried, but didn't apply himself very well (his words), so was unable to obtain a Master's Degree.

Denis entered the U. S. Army, and after twenty years, he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. During his “service”, he served overseas in Korea, Germany, Vietnam, Okinawa & Thailand. His stateside service was in New Jersey,Texas, and at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

After retirement from the U. S. Army, “Denny” worked as a “Director of Golf” for a Country Club/Resort that encompassed 45 holes of golf. He also did some accounting work for a Texas State Agency.

Denis relates that his health is Okay for his age, and that any ailments he has are being handled with medications and golfing. He says that he is pretty agile & mobile.

His hobby, as one might determine, is golfing.

Denis and Karen now split their time between Austin, Texas and Louisville, Kentucky. He plays golf 2 to 3 times a week; and also teaches a Tai Chi class for the Taoist Tai Chi Society.

He would very much like to hear from classmates that might be coming to, or passing through Austin, Texas.

If you would like to get in touch with Denis, contact George Corenevsky at gcorenevsky@hawaii.rr.com or
(808) 455-7955, or 98-1779A Kaahumanu St., Aiea, HI 96701, and he will “hook you up with Denis”.

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DID YOU KNOW THIS GUY, THIS CLASSMATE?

DO YOU REMEMBER THIS HERO?

Perhaps you played with him during what was called “small kid time” and “hana-buttah days”,  Maybe you lived near him, and he might have been a friend or neighborhood acquaintance of yours.  Or maybe you rode the bus with him to school.  Perchance you were in his Academic class in high school; maybe you were also, like him, a catholic parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Parish. You might have been a teammate with him on the football and baseball and basketball teams – both on the high school J.V. and Varsity squads? A Sodality member too?

He was a regular guy; a Filipino kid that grew up mostly on Molokai with his grandparents.  He also lived in the Salt Lake area (of Oahu) at 1033 Puolu Dr., not too far from the Navy Public Works Center buildings along Salt Lake Blvd.  During high school, he was called “Bob” and “Bobby” and "Sonny" and “Cali” and “Colonel”.  In the school's Army R.O.T.C. Program, he was the “Senior Officer”, the Regimental Commander. And when he graduated from St. Louis College (that's what the school was named back then –not  St. Louis High School) in Hawaii in 1955, his home phone number was only 5 numbers long –40728.

Sometimes shy and sometimes outright gregarious.  Rugged, but wise too; spoke up but was not outspoken.  Helpful and caring; ever wishing to excel; ever mindful of his family and how much they meant to him.  Education was the primary goal – success in life and living were offshoots. Then too, he was a fairly good looking guy who was very athletic and had  an outgoing personality, so there was no “problem” attracting female friends.  Oh yah, he was a really smart guy too!

He was born on February 13th, 1937 and would be 75 years old now.  Upon graduating from high school in 1955, he went on to Dayton University (Dayton, Ohio) on a football scholarship.  He was a “halfback”.   He met and married the love of his life, Susan, a student at the university. A new family, in God's name was beginning.

His college football days ended rather abruptly when he broke both his arms during his Sophomore year, but continued his education and maintained his activity with the university's Army R.O.T.C. Program.  On graduation, in 1960, he had a B. A. in Business, had obtained an aircraft pilot's license, and was a 2nd Lt. In the U. S. Army.  He and his wife embarked on their military and family journey; had three daughters (Kim – Malia - Susan) and had completed an overseas duty assignment in Germany.  Promotions to 1st Lt. and then to Captain were quickly attained. They were returning to a new home in Kettering, Ohio. Then, a new assignment for him – Vietnam.  He headed off to war, knowing, with a degree of misgiving, that his wife Susan and their three children would be OK, but burdened without him.

Bobby arrived “in country” (Vietnam) on February 19, 1966.  He was an Army Captain, assigned to Company “A”, 1st Aviation Battalion, with”title” of Huey (helicopter) gunship pilot.

This fearless 28-year-old Filipino American soldier from Hawaii would write to his family, on the day after his arrival in Vietnam, that “right now as I'm writing you, sitting in my tent, I can hear mortar rounds going off in the distance and I hope it stays in the distance.  I sure miss my family a whole lot”! Fearless, but vulnerable and cautious, and trusting to God.

Have you figured out the identity of this guy?  Remember “Bobby”? You surely remember Robert Maluenda CALIBOSO – don't you? Yes, yes, its' been a really long time since “those days”.  Just maybe, you were one of the fortunate persons to receive Bobby's graciousness and guidance?  Did he help you out when you needed help?  Read on – he helped us all out, including his family, his country, his God and all of mankind!

On March 5th, 1966, from the Combat Command Center of the 1st Aviation Battalion, came the situation of a 400+ U. S. Army infantry unit that was surrounded by 1,200 Viet Cong forces. The infantry unit was in dire need of help, especially their need for ammunition replenishment. The enemy was so close to the American units, that mortar and supporting artillery fire was ineffective and was almost “directly upon the Americans”.  Loading up the appropriate ammunition, and then delivering it into the middle of a raging jungle battle was extremely hazardous and would call for the Huey to be exposed to withering Viet Cong machine gun fire.  It was essentially a “suicide mission”. But –  the troops needed help, real help, and Captain Caliboso and his three man crew knew the situation, and still volunteered to deliver 1500 pounds of explosive cargo and ammunition into the battle area! -oooooo-  On approach to the landing zone, the helicopter and crew were hit over and over again by heavy machine gun and small arms fire. The closer Capt. Caliboso massaged his Huey to the ground, the bigger the target he became. All four men aboard the helicopter had been seriously wounded, but were able to successfully unload the ammunition ..................”Lift off” - “Lift off” was shouted, and Caliboso mightily coaxed his wounded Huey to lift off and take them out of the battle area!!!  Climbing; struggling to gain altitude – and then, in an instant, the helicopter was shot down, killing all aboard.  (Note:  excerpts taken from an article in the Dayton Daily Newspaper of May 24, 2009)

A Vietnam veteran that was a part of the 400+ infantry soldiers there in the battle, reflected on the heroic deed of Capt. Caliboso and his crew.  “He was a very brave guy” he said of Caliboso.  “We had lost 18 men and many more were wounded; but the number of casualties would have been much greater without the delivery Caliboso's crew made”. Thank you Captain Robert Maluenda Caliboso and all of your crew. Thank you for your courage and bravery and honor and compassion. Thank you God for giving all of us the protection of this humble and resolute helicopter crew.  (Note:  excerpts taken from an article in the Dayton Daily Newspaper of May 24, 2009)

Remember him now?

Your Saint Louis College Classmate, ROBERT MALUENDA CALIBOSO, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions/bravery. We remember and honor you Robert, and are proud that you are one of us, the Classmates of SLC'55.

(Special Note: This write-up has been edited and approved by Robert M. Caliboso's former wife Susan (now Susan Warnock)) (Additional amplifying information, was provided by our deceased Classmate Rodney W. Botelho)

If ever you are in Washington, D.C., and go to visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, you will find, on the “Black Wall”,  the inscribed name ROBERT MALUENDA CALIBOSO on panel #05E, line No.114. Talk to him, pray for/with him and his comrades.  He would like that!

FROM THE SLC CLASS OF 1955 YEARBOOK

The following page consists of accumulated information about the Vietnam War/Conflict, and is provided for your interest and enlightenment.

DID YOU KNOW:

There are 58,267 names inscribed on the “Black Wall” (Vietnam Veterans Memorial). The names are arranged by date of death and then within each date, they are alphabetically listed.

The first name on the Wall, is that of Richard B. Fitgibbon, and listed as having been killed on  June 8, 1956.  He is listed along with his son, Marine Lance Cpl. Richard B. Fitgibbon who was killed in action in Vietnam, on September 7, 1965.

There are 3 sets of fathers and sons on the wall.

39,996 names on the Wall, were just 22 years old or younger.

The largest age group of 8,283 names, were just  19 years old  3,103 were just 18 years old.

12 names on the Wall, were 17 years old  5 names on the Wall, were 16 years old

1 soldier, PFC Dan Bullock, was just  15 years old.

997 Servicemen/women, were killed on their first day in Vietnam.

1,448 were killed on their last day “in country” (preparing to “go home”).

31 sets of brothers are on the Wall.

31 sets of parents lost 2 sons each.

54 names on the Wall attended the same High School in Philadelphia

8 women are on the Wall –  nurses killed while attending the wounded.

153 names on the Wall, earned (posthumously) the Medal of Honor.  An additional 91 were awarded  
the Medal ofHonorduring and after the Vietnam War/Conflict.

The most casualty deaths on a single day,was on January 31, 1968, when 245 servicemen/women were killed.

The most casualty deaths for a single month, was in May 1968, when 2,415 servicemen/women were killed.

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CREIGHTON FUZZY RICHARDS

HIS DAYS WITH HIS ST. LOUIS CLASSMATES

I AM A MEMBER OF THE CLASS OF 55 AND I WAS CREIGHTON FUZZY RICHARDS ST. LOUIS CLASSMATE FOR 6 YEARS. WE ASKED OUR CLASS OF 55 CLASSMATES TO PROVIDE US THEIR MEMORIES OF FUZZY. HERE ARE SOME OF THE MEMORIES THAT WERE PROVIDED: RONALD KONG WHO RESIDES IN CALIFORNIA SENT THIS TO US.

I live in California and will not be able to attend the services for Fuzzy. Fuzzy and I were classmates from freshman year all the way to senior year. We both played in the band under Bro. Samuel Lum, SM. Fuzzy played the flute and I played the clarinet. In our senior year, Fuzzy was the drum major and I was the captain of the military band. We had great fun and lots of memories. He was always so full of energy and loved to kid around. We also did our share of socializing and he was one of the most popular of all our classmates. After St. Louis we kind of lost track of each other because of College with me ending up in California. He will always be remembered as one of the fun guys because he was so involved in so many activities. His brother Lloyd, class of "57 was a classmate of my brother Mal. We shall pray for the repose of his soul.

HAROLD CHUN PROVIDED US WITH THE FOLLOWING:

At St Louis: Fuzzy was the Drum Major for the marching band. He had the most natural style of leading the band. I can still picture how he led the marching band in the ROTC parades with his arm swing of the drum major's baton smartly and naturally. He had a swagger that only Fuzzy Richards had. I remember Fuzzy also had a good voice and he was always ready to sing a song for the classmates.

At UH: We used to run around in a group and I remember we used to see this one cute Japanese girl on campus that we like to tease. None of us knew her ...... but we knew her name.

Every time we would see her, one of us would call her by name softly and she would look to see who called her, and we would all act like we never called her. One day, we spotted her with a couple of her friends about 50 yards in front of us and someone yelled "Masu" very loudly. She turned around immediately to see who called and said "Heah" and we all acted like none of us called her. Actually it was Fuzzy who yelled at her ....... but he was only doing it for the guys and we had a big laugh over teasing her. I don't think she ever found out about us, but she eventually married a prominent business man in town.

Basketball Referee: One day we spotted Fuzzy in front of the mirror combing his hair. He spent a long time primping himself. Then later in the day, he would go in front of the mirror again to check himself out again. So we asked him "Why are you spending so much time in front of the mirror?" Fuzzy replied, "You know ...... I'm refereeing the basketball game tonight and it's going to be televised ...... so I have to look good for television."

CREIGHTON “FUZZY” RICHARDS ENTERED ST. LOUIS IN THE FALL OF 1949 AS A 7TH GRADER. BEFORE THAT HE ATTENDED LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. I DID NOT GET TO KNOW HIM IN HIS FIRST YEAR BECAUSE HE WAS IN CLASS 7-A AND I WAS IN CLASS 7-B. THE NEXT YEAR I GOT TO KNOW HIM BETTER BECAUSE WE WERE IN THE SAME CLASS. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER FUZZY AS AN OUTGOING INDIVIDUAL WITH A SMILE THAT YOU NEVER FORGOT. HE WAS A VERY CARING PERSON. HE WAS AN OUTSTANDING STUDENT AND GRADUTED IN THE TOP 10% OF OUR CLASS IN 1955 AT THE YOUNG AGE OF 16, THE YOUNGEST GRADUATE IN OUR CLASS.

IN ADDITION TO BEING AN OUTSTANDING STUDENT HE WAS VERY ACTIVE IN OUTSIDE CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES DESPITE THE FACT THAT HE HAD TO WORK AT A JOB AFTER SCHOOL. HE WAS A VERY TALENTED MUSICIAN AND PLAYED SEVERAL OTHER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS IN ADDITION TO THE FLUTE. HIS OUTSIDE CLASSROOM ACCOMPLISHMENTS INCLUDED BEING THE DRUM MAJOR FOR THE BAND, WORKING ON THE SCHOOL’S NEWPAPER “THE COLLEGIAN”, SWIMMING FOR THE ST. LOUIS TEAM AND PLAYING JV BASKETBALL. .HE ALSO WAS IN JROTC FOR TWO YEARS. IN HIGH SCHOOL HE RAN AROUND WITH A GROUP OF FRIENDS THAT INCLUDED HIS BEST BUDDY EARL AHMOO, WHO LATER BECAME HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW WHEN FUZZY MARRIED EARL’S SISTER ROBERTA. NO ONE IN HIS GANG WAS TIED DOWN TO ANY GIRL FRIEND. THE GANG HE RAN AROUND WITH ALSO INCLUDED WILLIE CHANG, WENDELL “COACH” WONG, HAROLD CHUN, THE LATE EUGENE “JELLY” APOLIONA, THE LATE EDMUND “DOKA” MARUYAMA, AND THE LATE FRANK SUA. THEY WOULD GO TO JAM SESSIONS AT VARIOUS HIGH SCHOOLS ON THE WEEK ENDS AND ALSO LOVED TO PLAYED BASKETBALL. EARL HAD THE USE OF HIS UNCLE’S MODEL T, BUT THE PRICE OF USING THE CAR WAS THAT THEY HAD TO POLISH (SIMONIZ) THE CAR EVERY TWO WEEKS.

THE FRIENDSHIP THEY ESTABLISHED IN HIGH SCHOOL HAS LASTED A LIFE TIME.

WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER FUZZY AS A LOVING HUSBAND, A GREAT BROTHER, A CARING FATHER, A GREAT GRANDFATHER, A GREAT FRIEND, A VERY GOOD BASKETBALL REFEREE, AND AN A PERSON WITH AN INFECTUES SMILE.

FUZZY YOU ARE NOW FREE OF THE HARDSHIPS IMPOSED UPON YOUR MORTAL BODY, YOU HAVE RUN A GOOD RACE , YOU HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT AND I AM CERTAIN THAT WHEN ST. PETER GREETED YOU AT THE PEARLY GATES ON OCTOBER 21ST HE SAID WELL DONE MY LOYAL AND FAITHFUL SON, YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON EARTH WERE MANY AND GREAT. ENTER NOW INTO THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN.AND THE JOYS OF ETERNAL LIFE IN THE COMPANY OF THE MANY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES WHO PRECEEDED YOU.IN DEATH.

FUZZY WE WILL ALL MISS YOU, AND UNITL WE ALL MEET AGAIN AT THAT CLASS OF 55 GREAT REUNION IN THE SKY, FAREWELL AND ALOHA.

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