Classmate of the PHS Class of 1981:
First of all, my apologies for not sending out more frequent updates concerning our class. We celebrated our 25th graduation anniversary during the summer of 2006 in Perham and had a great time. In case you didn't see the photos from that celebration, go to 25-Year Class Reunion Photos. In the coming year(s), I'll try to do better about getting out updates, so get them to me to pass on.
Second, classmate Mike Schmitz seems to be doing much better from his tragic accident this summer. You can receive updates on his progress by going to www.caringbridge.org/visit/michaelschmitz Here is a recent photo of Mike and his brother Rich that has been posted on the Caring Bridge page for Mike:
Please continue to keep Mike and his family in your prayers. We all need that support from one another.
Third, my deepest apologies to classmate Derek Maness for not forwarding his message or posting his recent personal photos. He sent me an email on February 20 of this year and it got lost in my Bulk folder. Sorry Derek! Here is Derek's recent email notice:
I just looked at the website for the Perham class of 2006! WOW. To be honest, I would not recognize so many of my classmates if I had seen them on the street. Looks like you all had a great time indeed. My father died the last week of June, so it was a difficult time to get away.
Please keep Derek and his family in your prayers as well. And here are a few photos that Derek sent me with the email:
Finally, should you have personal updates, updates of fellow classmates, address changes or a new email address, please send me that information. It's important that we stay connected to one another in the coming years and the easiest way to do that is by keeping an up-to-date contact database.
I hope this note finds you and yours well. Should you ever find yourself in Fargo, please feel free to stop in and visit the Hoedls at 6155 16th Street South. You are always welcomed!
Peace, Lee
NOTE: All email updates sent out to classmates are archived and can be found at