Everett McIntosh

Veterans could always expect a note from Steven each year. Something small asking how you are doing. A thank you on Nov 11th. But he would tank me on the 10th too. And, asking how the family was doing. He sought me out at the 50th, and we chatted for a long time with others Friday night. Had to laugh. I had made duplicates of an original Pep Club pin Mr Tschofen(sp) gave to me. I had faceted some London Blue Topaz and the rest in Spinel as gifts set in silver and a couple in gold. He was just happy to get one. However, I was looking at the badge, he did not know it had a gemstone set instead of the basketball. 2 were freebies put in the basket full of them. Glad he got one of the 2.

Kathy Zins passed away from stomach cancer at a young age. I believe in her late 30s. She worked in a business office at the time. Her children went to Jerry as they were divorced. She is buried at Springgrove Cemetery. I have her bio saved somewhere.

Mike was a transplant survivor and was very ill for a number of years. It was unfortunate he could not attend the 50th. If you saw him in grade school he started life with one of the largest smiles with laughter in his eyes of anyone we knew. And who else was tall enough to be the Drum Major:-). Great photos of Mike and Diane Stone on the team together will still bring a smile to anyone. And he truely did have a family many would want to brag about. May God bless your sole in Heaven Mike.

Posted on: Feb 14, 2018 at 8:23 AM

Happy Birthday (tomorrow)! Thinking of you and Ric. Wishing you continued happiness.

Happy Birthday old friend. Who would have thought we would still be feeling young!

Happy Birthday Marcia. Have a Merry Christmas!

Although expected,  this is very sad news. Each day is so precious. Eric was so helpful at the 50th and vital. I am sure many will miss his presence for a long time to come.

I was able to attend the visitation for Nancy. Upon arriving, I was confused if there were two functions. Looking to see where Nancy's visitation was being held I was told it was all for Nancy Kern. I quickly thought, this was what I would see for a dignitary. And so, that was what Nancy was to so many people. Just as she had been one of our Cheerleaders at Woodward, she must have been to those attending her celebration of life. The girl who could be found playing in the Mill Creek as a kid or attending the Friday night dances at Hartwell park was being honored for touching so many during her life. 

I related several stories about Nancy to her sons, husband and her brother Cecil. The short version of one story was that us boys would tease girls and Nancy had beautiful pigtails at Hartwell. You might try to pull one of her tails except you would not have dared to with Nancy. She could run faster than us boys in recess so you did not attempt to make her mad. And without fear or hesitation, she could put a knot on your head in short order. But most important, Nancy was so sweet and genuine that it would be foolish to agonize her.

There really were people to watch and learn from who did not seek to be popular, best dressed or the prettiest face. Nancy was always just Nancy. No airs, no pretence and pure honesty who lived in the love of her friends and family. How would you know that, it was seen from one end of the block to the other end as it overflowed with parking space at a premium.

Nancy was always such a dear person. We both moved to Ohio about the same time in grade school. She was one of the special few that I watched and learned from growing up. I can't ever remember seeing Nancy unhappy although I am sure she had her days.  An infectious smile. And I will regret not accepting her request to dance at the 50th but I cherish the memory that she asked me. I feel changed having watched her progression these past months. Maybe it has prepared me in some way. Oh that I did not get to see more of you.

Happy Birthday! I hope you are enjoying your special day!