FHS Class of '72 Online Reunion Guestbook

PLEASE NOTE! If your name is not linked (underlined ) I DO NOT have a correct e-mail address for you.
Please e-mail me with updated e-mail: beth@fhsbuffs.com
To get someones email address, click on their name, or
hold mouse on name and look at the bottom left of your screen!
Names are listed in order of date signed, with newest ones first!

Class of 1972

Denise Gibson Ginghe
Where are you now: Dickinson, TX
Referred by:
Comments: Graduated w BS-Biology, 1976, Lamar University Graduated w BS-Medical Technology, 1977, UTMB Attended Texas Maritime Academy, 1979-80, TAMUG After 40 years of working in the labs of teaching hospitals in Maryland and Texas, I retired in 2018.
Date: 4/2020

Donna Tanner
Where are you now: Vidor
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Date: 2019

Deborah Eastepp Keith
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by:
Comments:
Date: 7/2017

Charles McCarble
Where are you now: Dallas texas
Referred by:
Comments: If you are from 1972 class and know me please shoot me an email.
Date: April 2016

Shirlene James
Where are you now: Spring, TX
Referred by:
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Date: Feb. 2016

Sharon Sanders Williams
Where are you now: Nederland, Texas
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Date: Feb. 2016

Shirlene James
Where are you now: Spring, TX
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Sign Date: Sept. 2015

Leon Wilcox
Where are you now: Beaumont Tx
Referred by: Frank Kotlarz
Comments: Just going to my first reunion this year to see my old Friends.
Sign Date: August 2015

debbie eastepp keith
Where are you now: beaumont tx
Referred by: ann eastepp schaeffer
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Sign Date: Feb. 2014

Marcia Gammage Harris
Where are you now: Lumberton, Texas
Referred by:
Comments: I have never left this area. I married in 1989 to my "knight in shining armor" at the age of 34. We have two sons, and are about to have our 1st grandson! Yes, we started late with having kids....! I retired from Gulf States in 1995, then substitute taught for the next 15 yrs or so.....my parents are still alive, as well as, all of my siblings. I have NEVER missed a single reunion!!! I LOVE the get togethers and wouldn't want to miss out on hearing how anyone is!!!!
Sign Date: Feb. 2014

charles mc carble
Where are you now: Mandeville La.
Referred by:
Comments: married for 25 years and have 2 kids, my son is 24 and my daughter 21. Spend spare time fishing and traveling. Hope to hear from some of my old buds. Hope all of you guys are "living large" and having fun! I know I am.... I OFTEN THINK OF HOW MANY TEACHERS I DROVE CRAZY.
Sign Date: Feb. 2001 - Jan 2014

Kenneth W. Beasley, Jr. "Chuck"
Where are you now: Evergreen, CO
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Sign Date: Jan. 2014

Gale Sachitano Nelson
Where are you now: Austin,texas
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Comments: HI FRENCH HIGH GUYS AND GIRLS! AS WE GET OLDER WE THINK BACK ON THE GOOD OLD DAYS! ALTHOUGH I WENT THROUGH A DIVORCE IN 96, the GOOD LORD WAS GOOD TO ME ! I MET MY HUSBAND WE MET IN SEATLE WASHINGTON! BOTH ON OUR WAY TO ALASKA! HE WAS FROM HAWAII! WE MARRIED EIGHT MONTHS LATER? WE HAVE BEEN MARRIED TEN YEARS! GOD IS GOOD!! I I HAVE TWO CHILDREN 38 AND 36. I HAVE 4GRAND .CHILDREN. THE OLDEST IS VICTORIA , SHE WILL GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL THIS YEAR!!! HOW TIME FLYS!! WE LIVE IN AUSTIN FOR NOW, WILL PROBLEY GO BACK TO HAWAII. IF ANY ONE EVER GOES THERE EMAIL ME. I CAN HELP YOU SAVE A LOT OF MONEY!! THAT WAS MY JOB THERE ! GOD BLESS GALE SACHITANO NELSON
Sign Date: Oct. 2013

Margaret Hall Pendergrass
Where are you now:
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Comments: We live in Carlton Georgia and have two precious grandaughters. Life has been great, but we miss seeing everyone. I saw that Debbie Stapert Easter passed away - does anyone have any information on her death or any other classmates that we have lost.
Sign Date: August 2013

merle (laMerle) brady sehon
Where are you now:
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Sign Date: August 2013

Brenda Cherry McLaughlin
Where are you now: Houston TX
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Sign Date: April 2013

Bruce Poland
Where are you now: Northern California
Referred by: surfing the Web
Comments: Hello to all. Were is the time machine? I would go back to my High School days and hug everyone. I'm grateful that I have only fond memories of my life at French High. Seems like at that time in my life it was all about me and what I was doing. How I wish I would have been a better communicator at that time. To open my heart to all. I would like to ask forgiveness. If in any way I offended any of you. My sister Christine class of 70 passed away from heart failure 2006. I miss her dearly. My life has had it's ups and downs but I feel blessed for all the experiences. May God bless you all.
Sign Date: Jan 2013

Patricia Ewing
Where are you now: Silsbee,Texas
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Sign Date: June 2012

Colleen Clark Farrow
Where are you now: Orange county
Referred by: Click on link from Facebook
Comments: I am the Human Resources Specialist at Region 5 Education Service Center. Have been with the company for 18 years. Married to Guy, have three children, 4 grandchildren. Can't wait to come to the 40th reunion!
Sign Date: July 2012

Joe Wayne Warren
Where are you now: Liberty, Texas
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Sign Date: Oct 2012

Ronnie Rice
Where are you now: Lumberton
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Sign Date: Oct 2012

Ken Carpenter
Where are you now: Palestine, Texas
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Comments: I work for Walmart Transportation. I have two children. Stacey lives in Arlington, Texas and Koree lives in Butte, Montana. My wife Paula is absolutely the love of my life and we have two grandchildren----Chloe and Jordan.
Sign Date: May 2012

Clem Myers
Where are you now: Plano, Texas
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Sign Date: April 2012

Sharon Sanders Williams
Where are you now: Austin, TX
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Sign Date: Aug. 2011

Jerry Duke
Where are you now: Vidor, Texas
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Comments: I am still in the area. I have two sons and five wonderful gradchildren. I am the operations manager for Waste Management Recycle America in Beamont
Sign Date: April 2011

Terry Edwards
Where are you now: Slidell, LA
Referred by: just surfing the net
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Sign Date: April 2011

Jennifer Terpening (McIntyre)
Where are you now: Northern California
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Comments: What a GREAT thing to have this websight. So many wonderful names from the past. Doug Miller, Janet Royer,Ray and Roy, "Cisco", Mike Leach, Tim Hall, David Waters and so many more. I have two beautiful daughters and two beautiful grandaughters. Living in Northern Ca since 1995 oldest daughter and grandaughter live here youngest daughter and grandaughter live in Mauricville Don't get to see them as often as I would like. The babies are 19 days apart in age, 19 months old.Good memories of FHS. WOW has time ever gone by so fast. Lost my twin brother Dale in 2005...miss him alot. Love California..beautiful but miss Texas...there's no place like Texas....the people are great and so layed back. When's the next reunion!!!!!!!!!!!
Sign Date: Feb. 2011

Ava Watson
Where are you now: Lewisville, Texas
Referred by:
Comments: I thought I had posted my email address but didn't recieve info regarding last reunion, so I missed it; very disappointing. Please be sure to contact me next time around.
Sign Date: Nov. 2010

Bonita Dorn Hanks Powell
Where are you now: Fort Worth, TX
Referred by: search for Carole Krepper
Comments: Just was doing a search for Carole Krepper on FB and it brought me to this site. This is so cool!!! I was 2 credits short of being allowed to actually graduate with my class...but I still feel that I'm a part of this class...miss you all, and hope to be at a reunion in either '11 or '12.
Sign Date: Nov. 2010

Shelley Sample Riley
Where are you now: Beaumont, Texas
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Sign Date: June 2010

Marguerite Freeman Henderson
Where are you now: Pearland, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Living in the Houston area for 35 years. Married to Bill Henderson from Lumberton Tx. We have a daughter Crystal 30 and a Son Josh 27.I have 2 adorable grandchildren who are 5 and 1. Working for Continental Airlines as a flight attendant and trainer. Would love to get back in touch with friends from French High.
Sign Date: May 2010

Patty Morgan Finley
Where are you now: Vidor,Tx
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: March 2010

Chuck Beasley
Where are you now: Aurora, Colorado
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Hope all of my classmates are doing well. There is seldom a year that goes by that I don't think about all of you and the great times we had at French H.S. Wish you all the best from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Chuck & Jane Beasley
Sign Date: march 2010

Brenda Gaston Galles
Where are you now: Kyle, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I have three beautiful children that are all grown up now. Eric LeBlanc my son, Teresa LeBlanc Henke, & Megan Galles. Megan is graduating in May from LIT. Was married ALL my life and noe divorce living in south Austin
Sign Date: March 2010

Patty Morgan Finley
Where are you now: Vidor, TX
Referred by: Matt Morgan
Comments: What a great site. Was married 10 years to David Allen class of 72 French High. Now married 28 years to the love of my life, Lester Finley class of 73 Vidor High School. I've got 3 grown children, 5 grandchildren, 1 great grand. It's so good reading names of people from way back then. Sure shakes the cobwebs & makes me remember some really good people & good times.
Sign Date: July '09

O. W. Little
Where are you now: Lumberton
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Moved to Lumberton in 1991. currently working at ExxonMobil Refinery as Beaumont Area Contract Administrator. Planning retirement to Red River, NM.
Sign Date: June '09

Karen Bess Martin
Where are you now: Colmesneil, Texas
Referred by: another alumni
Comments: Mark and I are both retired school teachers. Our daughter, Sarah and husband have given us two energetic grandsons. They live close so we get to enjoy playing with them every chance we get. Our son, Ricky, passed away in Oct. 2007. We live on a farm and raise Simmental cattle. We both are part time with the Chester ISD. I have a reading lab there, work 3 days a week and love it! I am embarassed to say that I have not been to a reunion since the first one. Hope to make the next one!
Sign Date: May '09

Sandy McAnulty Boulden
Where are you now: Greensboro, NC
Referred by: Debbie Young Forkner
Comments:
I live between Greensboro and Chicago to be with my 3 granddaughters. Married to Al for 33 yrs. We have 2 children, Brooke, mother of beautiful granchildren, and Blake, married to Bmt girl, living and working for Kimberly-Clark in Neena, WI. Al retired so we move about too frequently and never really unpack. I keep in touch with Debbie Young Forkner and Sherrie Murphy Colligan...we spent New Year's Eve at Guatalajara restaurant this year and talked as if it were yesterday. Hello Class of '72. Sign Date: May '09

Douglas Miller
Where are you now: North Richland Hills, TX
Referred by: searched and surfed in
Comments: I'm a commercial masonry contractor. I began in the business in Beaumont, in 1974. Married Sherry DeAnn Liotta from Springtown Texas in 1976. We had four children, Joshua, Landon, Crystal and Austin. Our family and business moved to Connecticut in 1988. Moved back to Texas in 1993, this time to Fort Worth._We've been here since, recently celebrated 33 years of marriage. Josh and his wife Priscilla have blessed us with a grandson, Josh Jr. Being Paw Paw is great. Would love to hear from some old friends, lots of good memories from Beaumont and FHS days.
Sign Date: Feb. 2009

Dean Lanclos
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: Oct. 2008

Susan Conrad Jarrell
Where are you now: live in Country Wood Estates-Sour Lake, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: involved in several different facits of education since 1976 Husband: Marty, Daughter and Son-in-law: Taryn and Justin, Granddaughter: Sarah Kaytlin
Sign Date: April 2008

Barbara Misner Adams
Where are you now: I am: McKinney, Texas-just north of Dallas
Referred by: classmate
Comments: Married James Adams (also class of �72) just after high school. We both spent 5 years in the Air Force then went to Lamar. James has a BS in Criminal Justice, I have a BS in Nursing. James is a detective for the City of McKinney Police Dept and I was the Director of Perioperative Services for 15 years but now work for the Quality Dept. We have been married for almost 36 years and have 3 beautiful children � Jared (28), Hope (27) and Halie (21). I am ashamed to say that we have not attended any of the class reunions. Hopefully we can make home for the next one.
Sign Date: April 2008

Terry S. Whiddon
Where are you now: Lumberton
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Live in Lumberton, married to Linda we have three children
Sign Date: Sept. 2006

Vickie Bennett Harper
Where are you now: still here
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Well, well. Looky what I found. This is fabulous. I am married with 3 great kids. (19, 18, and 13) Homeschooling is great. My 18 yr old is graduating this year and going to Lee University in Cleveland, TN (going in the ministy) imagine that. I am married to a great guy, Lanis Harper. I hope to hear from some of you. I have always had a special place in my heart for my school days at Frecnh High. Oh my favority teacher is Mrs. Callahan (English) She rocks!!!
Sign Date: May 23, 2005

Jonella Danna
Where are you now: The other side of Houston
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I'm an occupational therapist ( hand therapist).I have fond memories of the French high folk singers, french and latin classes, biology class- Mrs. Bost was one of my favorite teachers; majored in Biology then transferred to UTMB-Galveston for OT school.
Sign Date: March 6, 2005

Kathy Mace
Where are you now: Port Arthur,Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Thank you for this Great website! It's great to read about everyone and think about all the fun memories!! My favorite teacher was Mr.Boone...I loved band and had a lot of fun and many fond memories at French High! I'm a nurse,I have three grown sons and Granny to five(soon to be six). Hope to attend the next reunion...had a good time at the mass reunion this year!
Sign Date: Jan. 27, 2005

Rusty Clark
Where are you now: Buna Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Raising cats,dogs,pigs,cows,and kids. Ain't life grand.
Sign Date: Jan. 27, 2005

Karen Davis Warner
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: Feb. 10, 2004

James Robert (Jim Bob) Robinson
Where are you now: Nederland, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I have a wonderful wife Joyce from Nederland and two beautiful, red-headed sons; Matthew(15)and Cody(10). Everyone reminisces and my most precious memories are when I was in high school. This is what I keep telling my kids. I hope everyone has as much love in their life as I have been blessed with.(I ended a sentence with a preposition! Sorry Mrs. Callahan!!)
Sign Date: July 19, 2003

Aleta Ratley Peer
Where are you now: Thompsons Station, TN
Referred by: You Told Me
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Sign Date: Feb. 25 2003

Marie Barclay Mincks
Where are you now: Sour Lake, Texas
Referred by: Just Surfed On In
Comments: This is an update since last I wrote a LONG time ago.. I am still married to the same guy for 30 yrs...jeez that is a long time..our kids have grown but I haven't.We have one daughter, 23 and one son, age 18 (will grad in 03 from H.S) and one grand dog...I have a BUNCH of Degrees in Domestic Engineering that I put to use every day of my life.. We just had 30 yr Reunion and if you weren't there, you missed a GREAT time..thanks to all the hard work !!! My greatest memory has to be when I was in Belles with a wonderful group of "girls"!!
Sign Date: Dec.9 2002

Roy Ward
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: After graduation in `72, I went to Lamar and received a two year degree (I also played in a rock band in Louisiana). I have been married for 22 years to Susan Helton. My son is at Lamar and my daughter is a sophmore at West Brook. Oh, I have a job too. I have been at Gulf States Utilities (Entergy) for 24 years. Been with Entergy (GSU) for 22 yrs. Too many fun times in high school to list.
Sign Date: May 6 2002

Bill Withers
Where are you now: Houston, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Lots of special memories at FHS!...a great school in a galaxy far away. I married Lee Corley (FHS '74) in 1980 after renewing our relationship as students at Lamar where we both earned two degrees each. We have two good kids and we've always been in Beaumont until our planned move to Friendswood in June '02. Mike Slay was and remains my best friend. Zulma Smith was my favorite teacher (though technically Mildred Yates, my 5th grade English teacher at Eugene Field Elem. would have edged her out if I had had her for any classes at FHS)...James Ruby, Travis Beard, and Guy Broussard were fine teachers worth noting; Jim Boone was a huge influence on me. I was proud to be "neath the pines so green..."
Sign Date: April 3, 2002

William C Rush
Where are you now: Powhatan (Richmond area) Va
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Attended L.U., Oklahoma State U, U of Tulsa, and Francis Tuttle Vo Tech. I actually recieved a diploma from Lamar. I moved when the place needed painting or the bill collectors found me. I have resided in Jasper, Beaumont (3 times), Rolling Meadows Il, Oklahoma City Ok, Deer Creek Ok, Edmond Ok, Richmond Va and finally (so far) Powhatan Va. Wife #2 and I have a nice place in the country. I saw some classmates over the years but with my 20+ years as field service engineer -that was limited. I have a daughter who with husband and son resides in Va. My son is in Vidor with the first spouse. I also have a step grand daughter who is in the Richmond area. Love to work in my flower gardens and yard. Wife #2 is real lady and is trying to teach me proper English. I have not forgotten nor can I express what the memories mean to me.
Sign Date: April 3, 2002

Ken Carpenter
Where are you now: Arlington, Texas 76006
Referred by: Just Surfed On In
Comments: Glad to find the site. Looking forward to our re-union in October. I'm on the road right now but when i get home I'm going to pull out my annuals and try to jiggle my memory about our French days. I'll get back with you later.
Sign Date: March 5, 2002

James Welch, Jr. D.C
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Just Surfed On In
Comments: Everyday was a special day at French!!!!!!
Sign Date: Feb. 28, 2002

Michael W. Poole
Homepage:Mike's Junk Website
Where are you now: Now living in Lumberton
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: (updated June '07) I retired from ExxonMobil 7 days before my 50th birthday, left Beaumont for Lumberton and a much larger yard to mow! If I had only known retirement was so good I would have never worked in the first place! Two of my kids are grown and moved away with only one left at home. My son is flying all over the east coast with US Airways and is always wanting to know where I want to go (free airfare) ... I say "Lumberton". To which his reply is "the runway's way too short!" After being retired for 3 years and living in Southeast Texas for 53 years I am yearning to leave flatland and live on top of a mountain in the Smokey Mountains somewhere and become a hillbilly. Well, I have to cut this short, it's time for my 'power-nap' or time to check the water in the pool or something .... life's hectic these days! hahaha
Married, 3 �kids� they are moving out slowly. John the oldest is in University of North Texas, I�m especially proud of him. I�ve invested a lot too.. $$$ Time Groceries, & Worry! I am still working as a supervisor in the production department of ExxonMobil after 25 years. Following in the path of those who travel before me, I have put on weight, had back surgery, did a triple by-pass, and enjoy arthritis on occasion Yep, falling apart and �out of warranty- Mike "Dr. Oz" Oszczakiewicz (Julie's little brother) did my surgery and STILL remembered the GREEN Chevy! Boy did that change the Dr/Patient climate. This site has been great, as I have heard from a lot of people who were on my �missing in action� list. Would love to see many of you again, and one of you in particular (& no you don�t owe me money). Life has been very good to me! I wish you all well. Note: Those of you who knew my older brother Ronnie (changed to �Ron� after gross income exceeded 1m *Grin*) passed away in India while visiting a friend just a few years ago at the age of 48. He went to French but graduated from Beaumont High.
Sign Date: Feb. 27, 2002

Debra "Etie" Walker
Where are you now: Humble, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I would like to get in touch with fellow class mates from "72". Ihope you can help by adding this to the website. Thanks for all the hard work you have done. It is GREAT!
Sign Date: Feb. 22, 2002

John David Allen
Where are you now: Lumberton, TX
Referred by: Just Surfed On In
Comments: ~~) Hey Guys. Been doing fine here. Great web page. Patty Morgan and I where married for ten years. We have three children & five grandchildren. I have been living in Lumberton for 23 years and have been married to Kim for 15 years.(not from around here) I have worked for Halliburton for the last 25 years. We do a lot of bass fishing on Sam Rayburn and riding Motorcycles. I have a lot of memories of my High School days, draging 11th. street with friends like John Paul Rohde, Keith Gray and all the others. I hope all of you well. Drop me an email anytime.
Sign Date: Jan. 13 2002

Daniel Ault
Where are you now: Richmond, Virginia
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: Aug. 12 2001

Susan Kay Conrad Jarrell
Where are you now: Sour Lake, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Currently a curriculum director at Region 5 Education Service Center, Beaumont. Married to Marty Jarrell, have 1 daughter, Taryn, age 22.
Sign Date: Aug. 6 2001

Robbie Wolcott Kojak
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: July 5 2001

Steve Oliver
Where are you now: Austin, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Graduated with BBA from University of Texas at Austin in 1976. Currently working as operations & marketing manager for technical division of worldwide staffing company.
Sign Date: June 29 2001

David Waters
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I am married and have two kids. Ages 14 and 16. My wife and I are real involved in Gospel music and have been married 20 years. We are still in touch with several people that I graduated with. I enjoyed orchestra class the most with Mrs. Messer. I have really enjoyed my classmates. Playing the music for their weddings was a blast. I'm really looking forward to our 30 year reunion.
Sign Date: April 29 2001

Beverly Gibson Stone
Where are you now: Baytown, Tx
Referred by: Just Surfed On In
Comments: I loved my homemaking teacher Mrs. Mullder would love to know how she is or if she is still allive she was such a sweetheart!
Sign Date: April 17 2001

Debbie Eastepp Keith
Where are you now: Still in Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: March 24 2001

Ava Williams Watson
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
The last time I signed in was 2001. It looks like there aren't many recent updates. Joey Watson and I married in 1975 and divorced in 2005, for the last time. I moved to Lewisville, Texas, near our son and daughter-in-law, who are expecting their first baby (a girl) in early March '06. I can't wait. I love it up here. I am a paralegal for a law firm in Denton, Texas and work for two of the nicest guys on the face of the earth. I would love to hear from you guys. Entry date: November 22, 2006 Nov.'06 Last sign in for me was 2001; a lot of time has passed since then. I am about to be a "NaNa" for the first time. IT'S A GIRL!! She should arrive in early March, but if she's anything like her daddy, she'll be her early. I moved to the North Dallas area a year ago and wish I had done it a lifetime ago. Change can be good, I have found. Would love to hear from someone. . . anyone!!!
I married Joey Watson in 1975. We have one son, Joel Forrest who will be 20 in June. We have been blessed with a bright and talented child that is wise beyond his years.(He gets that from me of course) Joey attended Lamar University on a baseball scholarship, graduated and is self employed. I have been working for an attorney here in Beaumont for the past six months. Prior to my curent job I was Director of Children's Ministry at a local Baptist church for sixteen year. What can I say, I know when it's time to move on. I still have my Belle boots and the nickels are still taped in them. By the way, they are the only part of that uniform that still fit, except for maybe the pompoms. What I remember most is the laughter of my friends. We don't see each other much these days, but on those rear occasions, the laughter is still there.
Sign Date: Feb. 24 2001

Debbie Snell Easterwood
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: Feb. 18 2001

Steve Wilson
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: Feb. 3 2001

Ray Ward
Where are you now: Beaumont, Texas
Referred by: Don't know
Comments: UPDATED JAN. 06: Well, 5 years have passed since I last signed this book. I have since retired (retired???) from my old job and am still working at a large chemical company in the lab (Mr. Ruby would be proud?!?- I think...) Max Bowen and I are still playing music together (18 yrs. now) - play the first Friday of each month at The LogOn Cafe'. Carol Wilson (Class of '74) and I are about to celebrate 20 wonderful years of marriage (our girls will be 30 this year - Mr. Boston was 29 when I had him for history my junior year - I guess we'll be talking about our bowel movements at the next reunion... Great to read all about all of my wonderful friends from FHS. - there really was no place like it. See ya at the next soire' R a y
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Married, grandfather, playing music with Max Bowen (Class of '72), I have a real job, too. Jim Boone was my favorite teacher, and Mr. Boston (Battle of Hastings-1066). I think what you are doing with this web site is extraordinary, fun, and what a great way to get in touch with some of the people who shaped our lives. Thanks for the memories. I liked 'Vic & Al's on the circle.
Sign Date: Jan. 4 2001

Merle Brady Sehon
Where are you now: Lumberton,TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
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Sign Date: Oct. 9 2000

Glenn McClammy
Where are you now: Silsbee
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Had to resign the book due to screen name change. Thanks to Beth and Kent who have done a superb job of herding a bunch of old buffalos and chips together. What wonderful memories have been shared at the 1st. bonfire and the 11th.St. Cruises, unbelieveable at the turnouts and what dedicated high school spirit ones have.I have rejoined former classmates and made new friends with other alumni. Big Bill still reigns in the hearts and memories of FHS ALUMNI. Surprised that so many alumni still live in S.E.TEXAS and amazed that this webpage has traveled around the world, Thanks Buffs and to the Loyal Order of the Buffalo you did teach us well!
Sign Date: Sept. 3 2000

Mike Bernsen
Where are you now: Sulphur Springs, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Oh, man!! I just got back from a very sad (funeral) trip to Beaumont and I should've known better than to act on the nostalgic feeling that came over me while I was visiting with my relatives. I drove around our old haunts one afternoon ... cried lke a baby. Beaumont's North End has definitely seen it's better days. But, as I drove past the old school, I had to pull over and, as I did, I was overwhelmed with some wonderful memories. Thank God no one can change what's in our hearts and minds. I am anxious to hear from all .. please keep me posted on our 30th.
Sign Date: July 23 2000

Douglas Holt
Where are you now: Suffolk, Va.
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I have fond memories of FHS, especially the band and all the friends that I had there. My only regret is that I have lost track of everyone. With all the events planned, I wish that there could be a way to reunite the FHS marching band of 1972 and play some of the old songs.
Sign Date: April 21 2000

Randy McKee
Where are you now: Houston, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I went to A&M after French, and then up north for Grad school. It was too cold for a Texas boy in Chicago, so I hauled myself down here after school and I have been working for Texaco in Houston ever since. Married, 2 wonderful boys, aged 13 and 16. Busy with Boy Scouts (I'm the White Water Canoeing instructor), Church (Sign Language Coach), and anything else I can find to put my finger into. BTW, this page is cool. Thanks! And thanks to my brother Alan (email:almckee@worldnet.att.net)for telling about it.
Sign Date: Jan. 23 2000

SCOTT WHITMAN
Where are you now: WINNIE & HOUSTON
Referred by: You Told Me
Comments: Hey fellow Buffs !!!!! Work for SAKS 5TH AVE-HOUSTON. Daugthers Lauren{15-going on 21}and Sarah{12- going on 20}!!!!!! Favorite teacher{s}Travis Beard-math{saw him several months ago at the grocery store. He asked me for my homework!} and Mr Ruby-chemistry{remember the periodic tables?} Walking the halls of the old school and seeing lots of "old" friends brought back lots of great memories: my locker{my homework wasn't there!}, the principle's office{hey Mr Rector}, and the cafateria{FOODFIGHT!!}. Let me hear from my fellow BUFFALOES!!!!!
Sign Date: Jan. 21 2000

Karen Schroder
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I've been teaching 8th grade math for the last 24 years at Vidor Junior High. My memories of French are the best! My favorite teacher was Coach Dusty Roberts she helped me see that I could do things I never thought I could, if I just gave it my best. I cherish all my friendships made at French High.
Sign Date: Jan. 11 2000

Carole Krepper King
Where are you now: Beaumont, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: (update:Jan.'05)Married a wonderful gentleman named Mark in 2003. We were transferred to Atlanta, but will be retiring to The Woodlands, Texas. I am still teaching elementary school after 27 years, and I do not feel the need to stop teaching at this time. Oldest daughter (Adrienne) is married and teaching in Beaumont, my youngest daughter (Alicia) is a senior at Lamar and will also teach. Life has been wonderful, and I feel so very blessed.
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have been teaching in B.I.S.D. for 15 years of my 21 years of teaching. I am also a realtor for Coldwell Banker Southern Homes in Bmt. Any FHS alums needing a realtor may page me at 456-0875. Favorite teacher was Mrs. Davidson, senior English teacher, which encouraged me to love literature and writing. I will always cherish the fun times and memories I shared with my FHS friends.
Sign Date: Jan. 9 2000

Peggy Sue Lazenby Rose
Where are you now: Houston, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: High School was the greatest! I remember being in the drillteam, the band, what fun we had making the homecoming floats, decorating the halls, and having an old-fashioned good time.
Sign Date: Oct. 22, 1999

Ray "Cisco" Baker, Jr.
Where are you now: Beaumont TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: August 6, 1999

Rex Colvin (sisters' e-mail)
Where are you now: Denver, CO
Referred by: just Surfed On In
Comments: Married to wife, Heidi, for 15 years. I have one son,Johnathon-12, and two daughters, Bianca-10 and Patricia-7. I have lived in Denver for 24 years, but miss the Beaumont area.
Sign Date: July 16, 1999

Carol Prothro Shaffer
Where are you now: Sour Lake / Normangee, Texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: July 2, 1999

Kirby Hattox
Where are you now: Austin
Referred by: You Told Me
Comments: Retired from the Air Force after 21 years in 1994. I am currently working for the State of Texas as an investigator for the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners in Austin. I was also a cop in the Air Force, so that makes about 25 years in law enforcement now. Some people might be surprised at my profession. I have two grown daughters and a three year old son. Missed my 20 year reunion I was in Panama at that time. Looking forward to the 30th though. Haven't seen or heard from anyone since 1973, so would love to hear from anyone.
Sign Date: May 30, 1999

robert duke
Where are you now: lumberton,texas
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: i have not seen much of any one since school we all went our own way, i have raise 1 daughter myself and i have 1 daughter in ok.city ok. mr lowe was my ag. teacher he meant alot to me. school was school and i wish i could redo it again. thanks for your time, duke
Sign Date: May 22, 1999

KAREN BESS MARTIN
Where are you now: COLMESNEIL, TEXAS
Referred by: You Told Me
Comments: MARRIED MARK MARTIN IN 1973. GRADUATED FROM LAMAR UNIVERSITY. TEACH IN THE COLMESNEIL ISD. WE HAVE TWO CHILDREN WHO ATTEND SCHOOL IN COLMESNEIL.
Sign Date: May 8, 1999

Ragan L. Powell
Where are you now: Lumberton,Texas
Referred by: Search Engine
Comments: Just enjoying life being single for 13 years. I remember cruising 11th street and going and the circle. Hanging out with friends.
Sign Date: April 23 1999

Roger Douglas
Where are you now: Beaumont, TX
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: My wife, Gloria, and I have three children John 17, Julia 13, and James 12. I am the Engineering Manager for a small business in Silsbee, TX. Nice site. It's surprising to see all of the classmates that are still in Beaumont.
Sign Date: April 17 1999

Larry & Nancy Huckabee
Where are you now: Pinewood/Sour Lake
Year you left French: 1971 & 1972
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I went on to Lamar University and graduated. Took a job locally with a civil engineering firm, but, could not stand being cooped up in an office all day. After a few years, I put the degree down and went to Mobil Oil where I have been for the past 21 years. Currently, I am a facilities supervisor and hope to retire within the next few years. Nancy works at Hardin-Jefferson High School as the registrar. We have two wonderful kids, Steven is 21 and Kim is 18. We were very lucky...never a minutes worth of trouble from either one. Both are on track for good careers and are Christians. We spend our spare time camping and fishing and when we aren't at the lake, I work in my woodshop and Nancy works in the flower beds! Boy, are we settled. We would love to hear from our classmates. Thanks, MaryBeth, for the website...great idea.
Sign Date: March 20 1999

Jan Taylor Droptini
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Andrew Droptini (class of '70) married in Dec 1972 and we have two children, Bryan will be 24 in June and Rachel will be 19 in May. Andrew has worked for Mobil Oil for 26 years now and I have worked for Matrix Engineering for 8 1/2 years after staying at home with the kids for most of their lives. Wouldn't have had that any other way. Bryan will play his 2nd year of pro baseball this summer in Sioux Falls SD and will be getting married in Jan 2000. Rachel is in her first year at Lamar and says she is interested in doing something in marine biology. Most of what I remember about high school centers around Belles. One of the most memorable events was our donkey softball game and Gay Page being allergic to the donkeys!!!
Sign Date: March 20 1999

Connie Burns Riles
Where are you now: NW Houston
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I would love to here from anyone from the class of 72.
Sign Date: March 9 1999

Dru (Eakes) Springer
Where are you now: P.O. Box 233 Sour Lake TX 77659
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: My favorite teacher was Mrs. Sally Lanasa--\ I just loved her! And you said you remember Friday AM pep rallies. What I remember is SKIPPING Friday AM pep rallies and roaming the halls with my best friend, Gloria Carr!! It's the only time I ever skipped in my whole life! Have you thought about setting up a memorial page for classmates who have passed away? I know it could be a hard thing to do, but it could also be really helpful for those of us who might be looking for class mates. And if you could add us to your prayer list,that would be great. We are trying to adopt 3 of our foster children, and we are praying that things will go right for the adoption. If you think this would be a good thing to list, great. If you'd rather not, I undersand. Thanks for this website--I really appreciate all your work! Dru
Sign Date: March 5 1999

WES BOYETT
Where are you now: BEAUMONT
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: Feb. 27 1999

Dusty S Cook
Homepage Title:plumbers.org/directory
Homepage Title:Plumbers.org
Where are you now: Pasadena TX
Referred by: Big Bill
Comments: Big Bill Erhart, that is. LOL. I got married in June of 75, right after I got out of the Navy. Judy and I have two kids, three grandkids & one yellow tabby named Mango. I am a plumbing contractor in the Houston Area. Mr Beard, Mrs Wagstaff, Mrs Lanasa, Mr Ruby stand out. Memories? Who can remember that far back?
Sign Date: Feb. 25 1999

Bill Ehrhart
Where are you now: Lumberton
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Well let's see.... I graduated in 1972. I married Kathy Patrizi in 1977.(Great Girl) Kathy went to French but moved to ILL. in 73 and graduated there in 74. She came for a visit in 76 and never went back. We were married 18 years and have three wonderful sons. Jon-21, Ben-17, & Chris-15. We divorced in 1995 and she is now remarried, happy and living in Beaumont. Jon's wife will give birth to my first grandchild in June. I am riding herd over Ben and Chris these days, which is one of the easiest chores I have ever had. Thank God for good kids! Thank you Beth for this great site and thanks to all of you for the good times I had way back then. Feel free to e-mail me anytime at Trahrhe@AOL.COM. Please title your mail French Buffs.....
CCR never dreamed of a grapevine like this!!
Sign Date: Feb. 22 1999

Janet Royer Duvall
Where are you now: Vidor, Texas
Referred by: Word of Mouth
Comments: I am a former Buffaloe Belle. Does anybody still have their Buffalo Head Nickel? Married for 26 years to Raymond Duvall of Vidor (Class of 70 Vidor High). I am now a substitute teacher at Vidor High. Have one son, William Robert Duvall age 24. Would like to hear from any Bells or other classmates.
Sign Time: November 01 1998 at 18:29:13

Mike Leach
Where are you now: Lumberton, Tx.
Referred by: I told you
Comments: Does this bring back the memories - great job!!! Never left town so I've seen the changes time makes. However, the memories of those days at French High never change. I still remember the classes, teachers, principles, and walking the halls between classes carrying books. The fun times of football season, pep rallies, band practice, drill teams - school spirit was great. I am so glad to see so many other classmates signing the guestbook for all of us to be able to walk down memory lane. Continue the great job your doing Beth!!!
Sign Time: September 22 1998 at 10:39:03

Jo Ann Vallot
Where are you now: Houston
Referred by: Word of Mouth
Comments: What a neat way to keep in touch with your high school friends. E-mail has become my passion!
Sign Time: September 14 1998 at 12:10:31

Harvey Lynn DuBose
Where are you now: Jasper, Texas
Year you left French: 1970
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: (updated: Nov '09) Hello fellow BUFFALOS! French High Lives in you and I forever
Had to leave FHS in my sophmore year. From Edwards elem. To James Bowie Jr High. To French High. All My friends that grew up during those times It was so hard to leave. I remember Joyce Crittenden What a Teacher and a counsler. Really made you enjoy her class. Mr. Jim Boone What a paddler Firm but Fair !!! Hated to leave but will always be a BUFFALO IN MY HEART !!
Sign Date: Dec. 16 2000

Tim Hall & Pat Fountain
Where are you now: Midlothian, Tx
Year you left French: '72 & '70
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: Married to former Pat Fountain (class of '72) 26 yrs. Two children, Lauren 8,Brett 5...yes, we did get started late, but it's been real good. Looking for forward to another reunion. Great site!
Sign Date: March 18 1999

Douglas Holt
Where are you now: Suffolk, Va.
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments: I have fond memories of FHS, especially the band and all the friends that I had there. My only regret is that I have lost track of everyone. With all the events planned, I wish that there could be a way to reunite the FHS marching band of 1972 and play some of the old songs.
Sign Date: April 21 2000

Peggy (Parnell) Allen Davis
You are from: Beaumont, Texas
Referred by: you told me
Comments: What a great idea! I left my junior year but would have been Class of '72. This was the class caught up in the 9th grade discontinuation at Austin Jr High and were split between Bowie and Beaumont High. I think a lot of classmates who had gone through all the years were lost. I have missed all the reunions but would love to know what some are doing.
Sign Time: August 18 1998

Debbie Snell Easterwood
Where are you now: Beaumont
Referred by: Another French Alumni
Comments:
Sign Date: Feb. 18 2001

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