Alumni Comments: October 2003-June 2004
1995-97 | 1998-98 | 1999-October 2003
Name: Ruth Kneale
Years at AIHS: 80s
Comments: Well, folks, it's time to do yet another change to the comments section! Visit the new "Add a Comment" page and share away!
Name: Muffy (Overdier) Gonzalez
Years at AIHS: '87
What I've been up to: Living in sunny Carlsbad, NM for the last 14 yrs. Married to my husband, Joey, for 13 yrs! We have two sons, Josh - 12 (going on 13, God help me!) and Nick - 9. I'm a Reator and insurance agent for Dunagan Associates. My husband is a lietenant with the Carlsbad Policy Dept. Looking back through the comments page, I remember most of those things! I remember getting in a lot of trouble with Debbie Riley!! Living in Germany was a blast! I'd like to go back just to see the changes! I don't know if any of you remember my sister, Erin. She was a couple of years behind us - she has 2 1/2 yr old triplets and lives with her husband in Alaska. The kids are absolute dolls!! 2 girls & 1 boy. Ok I've rattled on enough! Email me if you remember me muffyg@dunaganassociates.com Take care
Name: Paige (Forrester) Clark
Years at AIHS: 1982-83 (11th grade)
What I've been up to: Hi everyone! I love checking out this site every so often, see if anyone new has joined. Thanks to Ruth, I have gotten ahold of SO many old friends. I'm living in Michigan now, married almost 18 years, and my son will turn 17 in one week-YIKES! If anyone is trying to get a hold of my brother (John), I can put you in touch with him. Sure would like to hear from anyone in the 80's who remembers me. Afcent was a great place to spend some time, wish I could have stayed a little longer than the one year. Take care.
Name: Dave Thompson
Years at AIHS: 1969 - 1972
What I've been up to: Lived in Niagara Falls / Canada since 1984. Always searching and looking for former AFCENTers who were there during my time. Every new contact could potentially lead to another person. I remember some U S students from that time - the Nash family (Craig), the Hanson family (Sandra), the Wyman's (Daniel and a brother) I think. We / they all lived in Geleen. I would be very interested to hear from anyone from that time period and correspond and see what notes we can compare. Please email me at afcent@sympatico.ca Thanks
Name: Lynn-nore (Rives) Chittom
Years at AIHS: 1986-1990
What I've been up to: It's been ages since anyone has posted anything, so I don't recall the last thing I posted... hhmmm, let's see... Although after AFCENT (C/O '90) I moved to TN, I've been living in Massachusetts since 1994. My husband and I have a beautiful three-year-old little girl named Kara who I treasure staying home with every day. I'm also a Sales Director with The Pampered Chef. In May I graduated with a Master of Arts in World Missions and Evangelism a seminary program I thoroughly enjoyed. I would love to hear from old friends, even if we've been in touch in the past, lets get back in touch again! My email is chittoms@intergate.com Looking forward to hearing from anyone who remembers me! :-)
Name: Jen Horan
Years at AIHS: very blurry 89-90
What I've been up to: STUFF. lots of stuff. check out the yahoo group and get your butts to vegas in 2005 for the reunion, all of you! ruth, jane, can't wait to meet you guys in person after all this emaling we've been doing :)
Name: Dave Thompson (Canuck)
Years at AIHS: 1969 - 1972
What I've been up to: A lot in 30+ years. I now live in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Planning an AFCENT reunion for this summer 2004 (Aug 6th - 8th) here in the Falls. Email me at afcent@sympatico.ca for info. Thanks for this space. Cheers, Dave
Name: Curtis Lindsey
Years at AIHS: 1970-1973 Class of 73
What I've been up to: Living in the Silicon Valley of California. Married for 26 years and have 3 kids, 18, 16, and 7. The oldest and the youngest are girls and the middle one is a boy. After HS I went into the Navy and spent most of it stationed on a ballistic missle submarine. Got out after 4 and settled in the valley. Interesting concept living in one place more than 3 years. Graduated from San Jose State and have been working in the computer industry since I got out of the Navy, have to love military schools. I am currently working for a software company. My wife is a Certified Industrial Ergonomist and contracts with large electronics manufacture. My oldest daughter will continue our military tradition as she will be joining the Marine Corp. The 16 year old is a jr. in HS and has voiced an interest in getting a Phd in Psychology, we will see. The 7 yr old well she likes runing around, bright colors and shiny objects because she is well 7.
Name: Verena (Carter) Presson
Years at AIHS: 1978 - 1990
What I've been up to: Can't believe I actually found a site, and see names I recognize. I've spent the last hour reading the last five years worth of "comments". Many of you may remember my Dad better than me - the infamous business teacher Tom Carter. I graduated in 1990, and married in 1994. I have two great kids Ryan, age 8, and Madison, age 5. I have since divorsed and work in the Banking industry as a Compliance Officer. I moved to Colorado in 1996 and live here to this day. I would LOVE to hear from anyone. What memories this brings back!!!
Name: Chris Morales
Years at AIHS: 1974-1978
What I've been up to: Not a whole lot! Been retired from the Air Force for just over a year now and enjoying the freedom! Just wanted to wish all those who still take the time to surf the web "the very best in the upcoming holiday season!" Hoping to see many of you at the AFCENT reunion 2005 in Las Vegas! Season's greetings to the entire AFCENT/AFNORTH family!!!
Name: Stephanie James
Years at AIHS: 1983-87
What I've been up to: After graduation, we moved back home to Illinois. My dad retired from the military. I went to Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and graduated with my Bachelors in Nursing. I worked as an ER nurse from 1989-1999 in St. Louis, MO. In that time, I got married in '91 and had my one child, Bradley in 1994. I started working for Merck & Company, Inc. in 1999 and love my job. I am no longer married, as of 2001. (but, not because I love my job...) I am currently residing in Ellisville, Missouri with my son, my bulldog (Fletcher) and my boxer (Ozzie)... I am embarrassed to say, I have JUST discovered this site on my Thanksgiving holiday. (I am at my parents' house in Brandon, FL.) It is so awesome to think about seeing everyone again in 2005. I would love to catch-up. Life is too short; and in Missouri--the first question people ask is "where'd ya go to high schol?" It's been a total frustration to try and explain AFCENT to someone who's never been outside of their own STATE!
Name: Dale Rice
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1970 to 1976 then 1988 to 1992
What I've been up to: Weel when I left AFCENT in 1976 after graduation I joined the US Air Force. I got married in 1979 and am still married, have one daughter (16 years of age). I am also retired from the Air Force (in 1996). While in the Air Force I was stationed in Texas (1976 - 1980, 1982-1994, and 1985-1988), California, Korea, The Netherlands (1988 - 1992) Maine, New Mexico, Cuba, and spend many months in several different countries. I am now a police officer working for teh City of Clovis New Mexico and am assigned as the School resource Officer dealing with one high school, three Junior high schools, two alternative schools, and 13 elementry schools. So I stay very busy. My family is great, my wife Viginia is a trooper for putting up with me and my daughter is now a junior in high school, very busy, an honor student, band member at the high school and is involved in sevral other groups. I will be attending the reunion in Vegas in 2005. Everybody have a great holday. See everybody in Vegas.
Name: William L. (Bubba) Bazar
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 79-82 class of "82"
What I've been up to: After AFCENT, I did a tour of duty in the US Army where I ended up back in Germany(bitburg). After the army I settled in Paris, TN. where I am the Service Manager for a John Deere Dealership. Have been with this company for 15 years. I'm married, two girls, two cats, two frogs , a dog and a gold fish. Life is good. Great job on this site Ms. Ruth, Keep up the good work. I have visited this site a numbe of times, But never entered any info. As I near "40" years old I find myself thinking back to the "good ol' days" at AFCENT where I spent many hours(and miles)bussing to/from school from Germany. Some of the people I rode with day after day(stallard, becker, gore, joy, baker, hanson ect...)might remember who I am, But I must say that for the most part I never had a lot to say, And don't know If any of them would really call me a "friend". ost of my life at afcent revolved around the time I wasn't at school!! I know many of the names I see here, and Had some really good times with alot of them. Would be great to hear from anybody that knows who I am!!! In closing, I would like to pay my respects to the memory of Mrs. Elder And DR. Tryon. Knew both of them well, They Will be missed.
Name: Eric Arneson
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1980
What I've been up to: I am diffentlly going to have to dig up the slam book from 8th and 9th grade in 1980. Just too remember everyone. Oh Missy Murry and Jane Jones and even Cindy!I still have the auto plate from parents car hanging in kitchen AS WELL AS "AFCENT 19" BUS SIGN. Cant belive I was so upset when I left. arnesoneric@hotmail.com
Name: Dave Thompson
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1969 - 1972
What I've been up to: I am currently organizing a Reunion for former Canadian (and anyone else who wants to come) milbrats from AFCENT here in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada for August 6th - 8th - 2004. Check out our web site for info, photos, messages and Alumni names and email addresses. www.afcent.ca - Thank you to Ruth Kneale, the inspiration for me to follow in what she is doing here. Happy New Year & (belated) Merry Christmas to all. Cheers, Dave T.
Name: Maria Sukey
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1993-1995
What I've been up to: I was at Afcent for IY1 and IY2. I moved back to Canada when I was 6, and I was looking for my old friends from Afcent who may still be there or who may have moved! In IY2 I was in Mrs. Reynold's class, and in IY1 I was in Mrs Beachams class, or something like that. I forget. But yea, if you remember me email me. Thanks
Name: Kristin Knight
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1998-2000
What I've been up to: I've just receintly graduated from Florida Southern College, where I've been since graduating in '00. Thankfully I'm done with school for a little while. Now its to the real world, or at least a different part of the world where people haven't moved regularly their entire lives. A very interesting experience, still. I found this website, randomly after receiving an email from the other school I attended alumi site. Its good to know that not everyone has lost contact.
Name: Glenn Mackley
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1991-1995
What I've been up to: After grade 12 I went to Nice, France for a 13th year of highschool. In 1997 I went to Brock University and earned a Bachelors Degree. Right now I am working with young offenders in Ottawa and applying to be a police officer.
Name: Denesa Winslett
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1972-1974
What I've been up to: Im a CMSgt in the Air Force, loving life. Right now Im at Hurlburt Field in Ft Walton Beach, Fl. I have 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren which are the love of my life. Going to get hitched for the 3rd time on 9 Feb. Life is grand. Miss all of my class mates, and still keep in touch with Leslie Sleeper and Sally Winter. So saddened to hear what has happened to some of especially Susie and Jackie. Cant wait to finally catch up at a reunion which I will make great pains to get to after my deployment to the war. Hey, got to get in the action after 27 years...still fiesty after all these years. email : denesa.dennett@hurlburt.af.mil, denesadennett@aol.com. god bless all my friends and class mates
Name: Cheryl (Neundorf) Crites
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): Class of '68
What I've been up to: After graduating in 1968 in the first senior class, I attended The National Academy of Applied Art in Maastricht. My father was then stationed at Travis AFB, CA. I attended Solano Community College for 2 years and then married Captain Rocky W.J. Crites. We have children and spent 20 years moving back and forth across this country. After retiring from the Air Force my husband flew for Pan Am and we had been living in Ft. Lauderdale, FL until this summer (2003). Just moved back to Dixon, CA.
Name: Robert Small
Years at AIHS: 76-80
What I've been up to: How nice it is to see this site! I see that the Lions' logo still sports the christmas colors! Although I attended middle school, and not high school, at AFCENT in the late 70s; I, none the less, have fond memories of the experience. My family, and I, lived in Heerlen. I remember riding the bus to school through towns such as Hoensbroek and, gosh, maybe then it was on to Spaubeek or... Beek!? Maybe it was Shinnen!? And then finally to Brunssum. Too funny! I'll never forget some of those special places! My AIHS '79 year book has been lost in the many moves we made since then. Does anyone know if there are any copies available? I periodically wonder what happened to some of my fellow students there. What ever happened to: Doug Oliver, Lyndsey Dorris, Bryan Sullivan, Mark Payton, Whendy Udlock, Harold Wardrop, Caroline Jetho, Cathy Lithgo, and Jo Ann Wooderly? Me? I didn't join the military. I graduated from the U of WI. and I now live, and work, in the Seattle area. Good to see the site. Thank you very much! Or should I say Dank u vel! Toot siens! Dag.
Name: Dondra (Tolerson) Keels
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1977-1992
What I've been up to: I'm a newlywed so you can imagine what I've been up to! JUST KIDDING. I've noticed that people have been posting updates since their intitial post. Just a brief update from me. Since I last posted I got married. I'm now a veteran wife of 5 months! ha, ha! I seperated from the Air Force on 28 Feb 04 after 9 years of service. I'm quite excited about the change and transition to civilian life. In addition to a military career I have had a career in Skin Care. I'm a Skin Care Consultant with Mary Kay and I'm LOVING it!! You should browse my site at http://www.marykay.com/dolivia You can even drop me a line via my site. My husband and I currently live in Phoenix, Arizona. We have an AWESOME Church and Church Family so we have decided to make Phoenix our home. I see a lot of familiar names listed on this site and I'm hoping to see you all at the Vegas Al-Class Reunion in the Summer of 2005!!
Name: Erin (Overdier)Guerin
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1986-1990
What I've been up to: After graduating I moved to England with my parents and met Mark, who I married in 1992. I worked as a medical assistant for about 8 years until we became pregnant with triplets. The kids are now 3 years old and have changed our lives more than anyone can imagine...all good! We have moved from Colorado to Missouri and now in Alaska. I'm a VERY-part time student(I'm only taking one class this semester!) at the University of Alaska and will eventually apply to the nursing program. I still keep in touch with a few poeple and am amazed that in the past 14 years I have run into a fellow AFCENT alumni at every place that we have moved. AFCENT is such a one-of-a-kind place. Who else can say they had prom at a castle and NEVER had to worry about a fake ID!! Email me if you remember me!
Name: Lisa Quinn Cox
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 84-86, class of 86
What I've been up to: It's so great to have this site! Thanks, Ruth, for all of your dedication to AFCENT! I've kept in touch with several of my classmates through the years, but unfortunately, time and distance creates forgetfullness! I've been living in northern and central Virginia since a year after graduating. Went to college and received a degree in business, worked as a sales/service rep for 9 years for a large temporary service corp.(Manpower), am married to a wonderfal man, James, and have 2 kids, and 2 stepkids, ranging from 7-17 years! I own and manage 2 Curves for Women fitness franchises for the last 5 years, so if any of my classmates are Curves members, I'd love to hear from you! I'd love to see everyone in 2005.
Name: Jennifer Niles (Dietle)
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1987-1992
What I've been up to: quick version to update later...married to an awesome hockey man, brian, with 2 girls, GOD HELP ME when they get older if they are anything like me...Taylor is 6 years old (today) and Emileigh is 7 months, live in NH, used to work for our current governor when he owned Cabletron Systems, Inc...still love to travel...cannot wait to go to reunion in Vegas, 2005...i am a HUGE 80s fan, everyone makes fun of me, who cares, right?? check out the yahoo group for AFCENT and AFNORTH....Jen Horan has it set up...not sure how one can become a member...but email Jen and i am sure she will hook you up!! the more the merrier!!
Name: Cynthia Cunniff
Years at AIHS 79-82
What I've been up to: After leaving AFCENT I finished highschool in Northern Virginia and went on to college in Caliornia at CSU Long Beach. I always had a feeling that Southern California would be a perfect home base for me, and that has proved to be true. Though, I spent many years working and living in Europe in the IT industry and made England my home for several of those - I always manage to find myself back in the South Bay of Los Angeles. I backpacked through Europe the summer before my college senior year and had a chance to return to AFCENT to wax nostalgic. It was the summer they were completing the new additions and I could see how the old school was morphing into something I would barely recognize, though I understand some of the traditions hold fast, ie: skipping school in the Heide, etc. I am married to a wonderful native Californian, Steve, who has three great kids that now consider me their "bonus parent". I have recently started my own consulting services in marketing and operations and - funnily enough - find myself consistently representing my wares for military contracts (it's in the blood!). My dad, mom and sister are all also happily living in Southern California. My years at AFCENT had such a strong influence on who I am today. I can only hope when I have children they will be afforded the opportuntiy to be part of a community/school that acts as a partnership in caring for one another. I have quite a few phone numbers and addresses for those of you trying to contact anyone between 1979 - 1985.
Name: Maud Soennervik
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 98-2000
What I've been up to: Hi everybody, here comes a little note from the colder part of the world-from the little red headed Norwegian of the class of 2000. I am just about to finish my bachelor degree in illustration at the Royal Academy of Arts in Oslo( Norway) this summer. Where I have been for two years. While also majoring in Pedagogy. Also staied in England/Cornwall for a year right after my graduation from AIHS. Planning on studying yet for some years, Studying as much of what interests me before entering the real working world. See you all at the Las Vegas Reunion 2005! :) Hi's to all of class 2000, miss you guys. Lots of love, Maud
Name: David Thompson (Canuck)
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1969 - 1972
What I've been up to: Hello all, Just wanted to catch up here and say thank you to Ruth Kneale for allowing me and others a place to find old AFCENT friends. This site of Ruth's inspired me to start one up for misplaced Canadian AFCENT brats 1 year ago at www.afcent.ca - We have a reunion coming up this summer (August 6th - 8th / 2004) in Niagara Falls, Ontario. It's getting close and the energy is building. Please check out our site and see if you remember anyone or if you can help us find anyone. Thanks for this space and time. Cheers all...
Name: Christine (Anthony) Barakat
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1985-1989
What I've been up to: I'm currently living in Falls Church, Virginia, just outside Washington D.C. For the past 10 years I've been a writer at a monthly magazine called EQUUS - look for it at a big bookstore and you'll understand. I'm married to an Associated Press correspondent (read: we plan our vacations around elections and sniper trials). We have a 3-year-old son named Mark and another son, Jake, arriving in a matter of days. I've kept in touch with a few people and lost touch with even more.. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers me in a good way.
Name: Brian Tarble
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1992-1997
What I've been up to: Graduated HS in Cali in 2000 About to graduate from the University of Arizona with 2 business degrees. Hopeing to get back there to visit sometime. Anyone out there that remembers me drop me a line.
Name: Julie Stevens (Anderson)
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 82-87 Class of 87
What I've been up to: I joined the Navy in 1989 and was an Aviation Electrician for 7 years. I met my husband in 1995, while we were both in San Diego, we got married in 1996 and I got out of the Navy. We had our first little girl in 2000 and another one in 2001. My girls keep me busy, but I did squeeze in some time to finish a B.A. in Accounting. I'm currently a stay at home Mom, but the kiddos are going to start pre-school this fall. I'm anxious to get back to work- it's been 5 years now. My husband retires from the Navy next year and we'll be moving back to New Hampshire- we're in Washington State right now. I just wanted to say that I think this website is a wonderful thing. Although I haven't been in touch with anybody recently, I love checking to see who has shown up recently. Thank you, Ruth, for keeping us all together!
Name: Crystal Garcia (soon to be Oliver)
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 91-94
What I've been up to: I live in Wilkesboro,North Carolina. It's a very small but beautiful town. This is where I met the love of my life, Melanie. I have a sweet and beautiful son,Hunter. He starts kindergarten in Aug. and plays tee-ball. I love him. I work for MiDe Design as a Design and Receiving Specialist. I have been there for 3 years. Melanie is a Marketing Rep. for an insurance company. We have together for 2 1/2 years. There are so many people I would like to get in touch with from Afcent. Feel free to drop me a line.
Name: Sheila Dillard (Now Collins)
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): 1994-1998
What I've been up to: Graduated from NSHS in Jackson, TN in 2000. Haven't yet gone to college because I have a little one to raise and a full-time job as an insurance agent. My little one's name is Samantha Renae Collins and she's now 3 years old. Once she goes to preschool I plan on attending Austin Peay State Univeristy in Clarksville, TN where I live and own my own house. I will be married for 3 years in August to my awesome husband Geoffrey Collins... Anyway, enough talk about me! I want to give a shout-out to all my buddies: Jessica and SAra Patton, Melissa, Molly Ullery, Emma and the whole basketball gang, Rena Ziegenhorn (sp?), Samantha and Mark Watson, Justin Bonsignore (sp?), and all my Canadian friends!! Well people I'm going to sign off here but I really really really want you guys to get in contact with me so please send me a line and I promise to send one back to ya! I have so many awesome memories from my last two years at afcent! From clubbin' at the Peppermill, walking the streets of Heerlen, army of darkness concerts, carnival weeks, basketball/cheerleading trips, sleep-overs, parties, holland, and afcent!
Name: Lynn de Bie
Years at AIHS (what years, not how many years): '83 - '88
What I've been up to: Well I wasn't at the AFC school but I was working at the AFC Barborshop, cutting the soldiers hair;-) *fun time* I hung around with the DJ's at CFNB with Nick Wood, Lou Roland, greg, Paul and the others I can't remember the names :-( But anyway, I left Afcent and went to Munich(Germany)and lived there for 15 fantastic years! There I worked for Cartier, Tiffany & Co, IBM, Versace and Disco + bars. Now since 2002 I,m back in Holland again, not Brunssum but Kerkrade. So if anybody can remember who I am, send me a mail, ok? devillynn1@hotmail.com
This page is, of course, always under construction.
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