Maryvale Panthers Phoenix Arizona In MEMORIAM

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Maryvale Panthers, Phoenix Arizona
In MEMORIAM Staff & Faculty

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STAFF & FACULTY:

WILLIAM H. AARNI

Born: 08-19-1916
Died: 03-05-1994, at 77 years of age, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Rank: Captain
Branch; U.S. Army
World War II
Service dates: 11/26/1941 - 02/03/1946
Medals: Silver Star and Purple Heart
Interment on: 03/21/1994
Buried at: Section 18D, Site 2026
Cemetery: National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
23029 North Cave Creek Road Phoenix, Arizona 85024
Mr. Aarni was a Guidance Counselor at MHS from the fall of 1963 through the summer of 1979. Mr. Aarni's wife: Mayme Katheryn Aarni (dob: 01/31/1919, in Roubaix, Lawrence County, South Dakota - dod: 06/10/2006 at 87 years of age, of Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. Also buried at: NMCA, Section 18D, Site 2026, interment on 06/22/2006). Mayme was an employee of the Department of Interior; retired after 24 years. They moved to Arizona in 1963; were members of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church; and she volunteered at the Washington Senior Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband William H. Aarni, six sisters and four brothers. Mayme's obituary was published in the Arizona Republic newspaper on 06/14/2006. Mr. Aarni's brothers are: Arnold V. Aarni (Staff Sergeant U.S. Army, World War II, dob: 01/03/1908 - dod: 09/09/1995, Buried at: Chisholm Cemetery, 316 West Lake Street, Chisholm, St. Louis County, Minnesota 55719, (218) 254-7922), and John C. Aarni (Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, World War II, dob: 04/24/1905 - dod: 09/08/1975, Buried at: NMCA, Section MA, Site 113). Their survivors include their daughter; Donna (Aarni) Schneider, Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia, and their son; Charles Aarni. Mr. Aarni last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85015. Published in the Arizona Republic, Section B, page 04, on 03/08/1994.

MRS. RITA (ALLAN) WHITE

Born: 10-19-1925
Died: 03-1981, from cancer, in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona

Mrs. White was a teacher in the Home Economics department at MHS from the fall of 1965 through 1981. She was known as Rita Allan from 1964-65 until 1975-76, when she married. She was on extended sick leave for the 1979-80 school year, returning for the 1980-81 school year. She is remembered in the MHS 1981 yearbook, In Memoriam, on page 253. Rita lived in Minnesota prior to moving to Arizona. She last resided in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona 85301.

LOLA MAE BELL

Born: 01-03-1910
Died: 06-28-1998, at 88 years of age.

Ms. Bell was the MHS bookstore clerk from 1963-64 through 1964-65. Lola last resided in Sacramento, Sacramento County, California 95821. Obituary published in the Arizona Republic Newspaper, Section CL, page 14, on 07/02/1998, and Section B, page 04, on 07/05/1998.

JOANN MARIE (BLOSSER) BUECHLER

Born: 10/15/1928, Pilot Mound, Boone County, Iowa
Died: 02/22/2007, at 78 years of age, in Chino Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona

Joann graduated from Boone High School in 1946. Her first job was at the Boone Dairy. She married the love of her life, Darrell K. Buechler, 03/04/1948, and four children were born to them. The couple lived in several towns in Iowa, Minnesota and Kansas. They settled down in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona in 1957. Joann worked for Glendale High School, Maryvale High School, Shell Oil Company.
Then, in 1971, moved to Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, where she worked for Rincon High School and Catalina High School. Joann was a beautiful Christian woman who loved being a part of the Body of Christ. She served her Lord Jesus and made lifelong friends by singing in church choirs, teaching Sunday school, serving as president of ELCA women's groups and directing the Candy Striper volunteers at Maryvale Hospital. She lived out a strong faith and prayer life with her family and friends. Survivors include her loving husband, Darrell K. Buechler (dob: 01/29/1929), of Chino Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona; son, Rodney "Rod" Kent Buechler, MHS; 1967; daughters, Kathleen "Kathi" (Buechler) Champlin, MHS; 1970, and Kimberly "Kim" (Buechler) Devlin, MHS; 1974, and her son-in-law Edward Delvin; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol Brown and her husband, Chuck; sisters-in-law, Joanne Blosser, Lila Lee LeRoy and Jean Buechler. She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas Darrell Buechler, MHS; 1967 (1949-1997); her parents; Mother, Frieda C. Blosser, and Father, Clarence L. Blosser, a brother, Kenneth C. Blosser (1924-2000; his wife is Joan L. Blosser, dob: 1927); and her infant brother, Clarence La Verne Blosser (09/12-17/1921), all laid to rest at the Swede Valley Lutheran Church and Cemetery. There are several others of her family (family surname is Blosser) who are also laid to rest at the Swede Valley Lutheran Church and Cemetery, Ogden, Boone County, Iowa. A celebration of life and faith was held Saturday, 06/23/2007 at Swede Valley Lutheran Church and Cemetery, Ogden, located south of Ogden on Hwy.169, Boone County, Iowa 50212; the cemetery is beside the church. Published in the Ogden Reporter on 04/04/2007.

QUINDANELL RODDY BRIMS

Born: 08-27-1922
Died: 06-04-1999, at 76 years of age.

MHS Nurse 1964 through 1984.
She sponsored the MHS Future Nurses of America (FNA) club from 1964 - 1969. When the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) changed a few rules, many of MHS's "mature faculty" opted for early retirement, both at the end of 1983 school year and also at the 1983-84 Christmas break, although most returned to finish the semester under the district's early retirement plan. These retirements led to the biggest turnover in faculty and staff since 1973 when Trevor Browne opened and MHS escaped from double sessions. Ms. Brim's children are; Richard "Dick" Cullen Brims, MHS; 1964, Janet (Brims) Fukuda, MHS: 1976, and Pastor Nancy "Susan" Brims, MHS; 1976. Obituary published in The Arizona Republic, Section B, page 04, on 06/12/1999. She last resided in Garland, Dallas County, Texas.

VICTORIA "Vicki" L. (DINON) BROWN,
Born: 05-15-1939,
Died: 04-29-1999.
She resided in Tempe, AZ.

PAUL R. BUCKNER

Born: 02-22-1928
Died: 10-29-1998, at 70 years of age, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Mr. Buckner lived in Ohio prior to moving to Arizona. He was a guidance counselor at MHS in 1964-65 and 1965-66. Obituary published in the Arizona Republic, Section B, page 04, on 10/31/1998; and in the Mesa Tribune, Section A, page 19, on 11/01/1998. Mr. Buckner last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85018.

LOUIS E. BURNETT,
Principal

JAMES "Jim" CLAY
Died: recently from liver cancer. Mr. Clay taught English at MHS.

DONALD "Don" ALBERT CLINE

Born: 09-11-1934
Died: 07-24-1999

Mr. Cline is a U.S. Army Veteran

Cemetery: Young Cemetery
308 Highway 288 Young, Gila County, Arizona 85554
Phone: (928) 462-3476 (calls taken by Young Baptist Church).

Mr. Cline was a Social Studies teacher and the JV football coach at MHS from 1963-64 through 1969-70. He last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85006. Obituary published in the Arizona Republic, Section B, page 04, on 07/27/1999.

COACH CHARLES "Chuck" N. CLUBINE

Born: 09-12-1931,
Died: 09-1971

Chuck came to Arizona from Indiana. He was a mathematics teacher & wrestling coach for both Varsity and Jr. Varsity teams throughout his career at MHS. In 1965 he was proud of the advancement and record his wrestlers made. With his many hours of coaching; the Varsity racked up a 5-6 season, and the JV finished with a superb 9-1 record. In 1966, he paved the way with 9-1 victories in dual competition, 2nd place divisional termination, & a shared 3rd position in state.
He described the team as possessing "desire." Noticeably proud, the usually taciturn mentor became quite talkative when reflecting on the wrestling team and its record. He praised all for team effort, dependability, mental attitude, & competitive spirit; stating it was a most gratifying experience. In 1970-1971 his coaching led Panthers to a tie for state championship. The MHS newspaper, "Panther Tracks" Volume # 09, Number # 02, dated Friday, Oct.1, 1971, printed the following: "Mr. Charles Clubine, wrestling coach & math teacher at Maryvale for 10 years, died Friday, of complications following surgery to replace his esophagus. Mr. Clubine was admitted to Scottsdale Memorial Hospital after a nut fragment became lodged in his esophagi while eating ice cream last summer. He had been troubled by swallowing problems periodically since he was a child. At the age of 22 months he swallowed lye. Mr. Clubine led the Panther wrestling team through many fine years, climaxed by last years state title."

ROBERT MATTHEW CONNOLLY
Died: 10-18-2003
Robert Matthew Connolly, loving Husband, Trumpet Player, - Music Educator, Computer Analyst and Kind and Gentle Man. Robert Connolly 68 of Glendale, AZ., passed away peacefully with family by his side on Oct. 18, 2003. Robert was born in Illinois & has lived in Arizona for many years. Upon graduation from ASU in 1957, he enlisted in the Air Force & performed with the USAF Academy Band. After 4 yrs., he returned to Arizona to earn his Masters Degree in Music Education at ASU. After teaching in Various Districts in the Valley, his highlight was Maryvale H.S. 1969-1979, where he will be remembered by the many students whose lives he enriched with his love for music. After Maryvale H.S., he became Analyst for Honeywell and the State Department of Education. Robert is survived by his loving wife Roberta Connolly of AZ., & his stepdaughter Aimee Prise of NY. By a previous marriage he is survived by his son Robert W. Connolly and his wife (Cam) of Washington D.C., his daughter Christine V. D'Andrea and husband (Steve) of New Hampshire. Sadly predeceased by his youngest daughter Cynthia Connolly Thomas. His grandchildren include Cameron & Hunter Nicole Connolly, Chelsea & Payton Rose D'Andrea, Joshua and Kalib Thomas. He is also survived by his brother Jack Connolly and wife (Betty) of Phx, AZ. and his sister June Huston & her husband (George) of Cottonwood, AZ. Joyce Handy of AZ. and Kathy Halloran of California are among his closest cousins with his many nieces & nephews who will miss him dearly. God Bless you Dad ~ Rest in Peace. Memorial service was Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at Greenwood Memory Lawn Chapel, 719 N. 27th Ave. Phx, AZ. Published in Arizona Republic on 10/21/2003.

HELEN T. COVINGTON

Born: 11-24-1916
Died: 08-27-2004
Ms. Covington was part of MHS classified personnel staff, who performed secretarial and clerical duties for the administration, library and faculty; from 1970-71 through 1978-79. She last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85044.

CECILIA/CECELIA CRANLEY

Died: approx. 1972
Mrs. Cranley worked in classified personal, performing secretarial and clerical duties.
She worked in MHS administration staff from 1967-68 through 1971-72. Mrs. Cranley is remembered in the 1973 yearbook "In Memoriam" on page 239.

CLIFFORD "CLIFF" CURRIER

Born: 10-18-1927,
Died: 03-30-1995

Head Counselor

FLARIE DENBOER,
Dean of Girls - prior to; Jane Hamlin.

SHIRLEY ANN FEUERSANGER
Born: 06-27-1926, in Minneapolis, MN.
Died: 05-21-2004, in Phoenix, AZ.
Shirley Ann Feuersanger, 77, when she passed away. She was employed by the Phoenix Union High School District at Maryvale High School. Shirley was MHS administrative secretary, to all principals from 1963/64 through 1983/84. She is preceded in death by her husband, Guntee Fewor, and is survived by her brother, Robert W. Mason, Lilydale, MN & by her many friends. Services were private and entrusted to Shadow Mountain Mortuary. Published in the AZ. Republic 05/25/2004.

RICHARD A. FROESE, EdD
Died: 03-11-2004
Richard A. Froese, EdD, 74, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away on 03-11-2004. He brought his young family to the valley in 1958 from New York where they grew up & he had his 1st teaching job. He began teaching industrial arts for the Phoenix Union High School District (PUHSD) at Carl Hayden High School, later became department head at Maryvale High School and a supervisor at the District level. The American Industrial Arts Association named him Arizona Industrial Arts Teacher of the Year in 1964. Richard earned his doctorate at ASU in 1972, and was principal of the Area Vocational Center at its downtown site from 1975-79. He also served as president of several vocational educator organizations. Dr. Froese retired from the district in 1980 to become Executive Director of the State Council on Vocational Education for 10 yrs. In the 1960s, he worked summers as Ranch Manager for Adventure Unlimited camps for children in Colorado and volunteered for their local chapter activities. As an active member of Second Church of Christ, Scientist, Phoenix since 1958, he served in many capacities and conducted services as First Reader for several years. He was also board president in the 1980s of El Dorado Vista Christian Science care facility & instrumental to its new building program. A skilled carpenter, Richard built his family's 1st home and left behind a trail of cherished woodworking projects he made for family, friends & church. Surviving include his wife, Diane, of 55 years; children, Judy Schwiebert, Richard (Rick) Jr., Christy Vander Molen, 7 grandchildren, and 4 great- grandchildren. A Celebration of Life service was held Saturday, 03-27-2004 at Unity of Phoenix Church, 1500 E. Greenway Pkwy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to El Dorado Vista, 4122 N. 17th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016 or Adventure Unlimited, 5201 South Quebec, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Arrangements by Hansen Mortuary. Published in the Arizona Republic on 03/21/2004. 1964~American Industrial Arts Association named R.A. Froese, "Arizona Industrial Arts Teacher of the Year."1965~R.A.Froese, department head of Industrial Arts. MHS was 1st to offer after school opportunities to girls to about learn Industrial Arts. 1966~MHS offers largest variety of Industrial Arts classes; general shop, drafting, wood shop, metal shop, auto shop, and electric shop; teaching the processes, applications, materials, and techniques involved in Industrial Arts. 1967~R.A.Froese, was the recipient of many awards, including "Best Industrial Arts Teacher of the Year" award, he was also chosen the PUHS District Coordinator. 1968~Industrial Arts Dept. provided the most varied curriculum of any dept. at MHS. 1969~R.A.Froese became Industrial Arts supervisor at PUHSD level. 1975-79~ R.A. Froese was principal of the ASU Area Vocational Center at its downtown site. 1980~Dr. Froese retired from PUHS District to become Executive Director of the State Council on Vocational Education for 10 yrs.

Reserved

JIM GANNON
Social Studies

FRANK W. GILLELAND

Born: 04-28-1909
Died: 12-06-1989, at 80 years of age, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
Branch: US Army
World War II Veteran
Service dates: 04/13/1942 - 03/09/1946
Interment on: 03/15/1996
Buried at: Section 18D Site 3678
Cemetery: National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85024
Mr. Gilleland was a MHS science teacher from 1963-64 through summer of 1972. Annually, he conducted a 24 hour experiment with a dozen physics students called "Blind for a Day" (BFAD). The purpose was to instill an appreciation for the value of sight and to be much more aware of their gift of eyesight; as well as, to not be placed in a position of hopelessness. He also sponsored the Physics club. Their focus being to foster an interest in physics and related fields. In 1966, they built a Dutch windmill and the mirrored ball for the school dances. In 1969 they visited the Arizona Public Service power plant and toured the Gulf Laboratory in San Diego, California. They polished stones and sold as jewelry for club funds. He last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85014. Obituary published in the Arizona Republic, Section B, page 016, on 12/10/1989.

JACK GLASCOCK

Born: 06-13-1912
Died: 10-1982

Jack lived in Texas prior to moving to Arizona. He was a member of the MHS custodial staff from 1970-71 through 1975-76. In 1970-71 there were 4200 students; and the last year of double sessions at MHS, 1971-72, there were 4700 students, that custodians maintained a clean campus after. Jack last resided in Cottonwood, Yavapai County, Arizona USA 86326

JANE HAMLIN
Born: 08-25-1918. Died: 01-1982, Dean of Girls

ORVILLE E. HAMM
Born: 02-26-1913,
Died: 06-01-1994.
Mr. Hamm was the 1965 assistant principal for student activities & a sponsor of the Student Executive Committee. Mr. Hamm resided in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona.

PHYLLIS HRUZA
Died: 1983 or 1984.
Ms. Hruza taught mathematics at MHS from 1965-1983.
She is included in the 1984 year book Memoriam, pg.# 253.

ORREN W. KESLER
Born: 02-19-1921,
Died: 04-16-1999.
Mr. Kesler taught mathematics at MHS beginning the 1st yr. the school began in 1964. Mr. Kesler resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

WARREN F. KESSINGER,
Born: 09-12-1926,
Died: 12-31-1999.
Mr. Kessinger taught mathematics at MHS from the very 1st yr. that Maryvale opened until his retirement in 1988. He was an important part of the history of MHS, and a legend in the PUHSD. His love for education & mathematics made him an inspiration for many successful MHS students. His wife has stated that everywhere that they went, including Hawaii, he would run into former students who always came up to him & thanked him for his help and support. He showed them the importance of mathematics in their everyday lives. Warren Kessinger died from lung cancer at the age of 73. He is missed and remembered by his wife, 4 daughters, and 6 grandchildren.

EDWARD "Ed" KETCHUM
Died: 1975-1976.
Mr. Ketchum taught social studies at MHS from 1971 through 1975. He is included in the MHS 1976 year books Memoriam, pg.# 245.

MILDRED KOEHN

Born: 07-09-1916
Died: 06-30-1997
Mildred worked at MHS as the manager/supervisor of the Cafeteria staff from 1971-72 through 1977-78. In 1971-72 MHS was on it's last year of double sessions, with record student base attendance. During that year the 10 cafeteria personnel prepared, served and cleaned up after 900 meals daily. They also operated a snack bar for students that didn't require a full meal. Mildred last resided in Cottonwood, Yavapai County, Arizona USA 86326.

LEO E. KOIVISTO

Born: 07-13-1918, in Butte, Montana
Died: 03-23-1996, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Leo's hobbies included photography, camping, and fishing. He received his ASC degree at University of Arizona (UofA). From 1959-60 through 1962-63, Leo taught general science, physics, and chemistry at Carl Hayden High School (CHHS). He transferred to MHS in 1963-64 and became the head of the science department. Mr. Koivisto also sponsored the Fellowship Club in 1963-64, the Chess Club in 1975-76, ...
Leo and his 1st wife, Pearl J. Koivisto (DOB: 1918 - DOD: 10/1975) lived in Casa Grande, Arizona in the 1950's prior to moving to west Phoenix. Leo remarried in 1979, to Norma Charlene (Roof) Gephart-Koivisto (DOB: 11/09/1923, Anderson, Madison County, Indiana, DOD: 02/17/2001). Leo's children are: Karla Jean (Koivisto) Fernwault, MHS; 1965, Kristi (Koivisto) Koziol, MHS: 1970, Ronald "Ron/Ronny" L. Koivisto, MHS; 1971 (DOB: 04/03/1952 - DOD: 09/22/1997), Jeri Lynn (Koivisto) Nuss, MHS; 1972 (DOB: 01/06/1954 - DOD: 04/05/2005), Eric and Kurt Koivisto, MHS; 1974. Leo and Pearl's interment is at Resthaven Memorial Park, Glendale, Arizona;

IRENE LONG
Born: 07-04-1920,
Died: 02-1981.
Irene came to Arizona from Colorado. She resided in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Maricopa County, Arizona.

BERNARD "Bernie" F. MAGNUSSON
Born: 10-22-1916,
Died: 09-1986.
He was a native Arizonian, a graduate of Mesa High where he was active in sports throughout his school years, & was awarded the honor of All-American in college. He was an Administrative Assistant, athletic director in charge of student events, and responsible for good public relations, Vice-Principal and Principal during his career at MHS. Mr. Magnusson resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

EUGENE "Gene" MOYLAN

Mr. Moylan was at MHS from 1963-1965. In 1963-64, he was apart of the physical education department and the coach of the cross country team. In 1964-65, he was the physical education department head and the coach of the cross country team which won 2nd place in the division, and 7th place in the state. Dennis Brian Moylan, MHS; 1965 is one of six sons of Gene Moylan.

PATRICIA MIDDLETON
English dept

ELZIE MYERS

Born 02-10-1906
Died 02-1980
Resided in Phoenix, AZ. Assistant Principal

PETE A NAVARRETE

Born 04-07-1928
Died 03-07-1994
Resided in Phoenix, AZ. Language Dept.

RAY O'BRIEN

Born: 08-20-1918
Died: 05-1983
Ray lived in Illinois prior to moving to Arizona. He was a member of the MHS custodial staff during 1971-72 and 1972-73. The last year of double sessions at MHS, 1971-72, there were 4700 students that custodians managed to kept the campus clean after. Ray last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85009.

TEKLA J. PAHNKE

Born: 03-03-1914
Died: 01-28-2004

Ms. Pahnke came to Arizona from Illinois. Tekla was part of MHS classified personnel staff, who performed secretarial and clerical duties for the administration and faculty from 1968-69 through 1971-72. She last resided in Surprise, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85374.

MRS. RADKE

English

PAUL REA

Born: 03-17-1912,
Died: 07-1985
Mr. Rea taught English at MHS. He resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

HAROLD RICHARDSON

Social Studies

ALFRED "Bill" D. RITTER

Born: 10-05-1920,
Died: 09-25-1994.
Mr. Ritter taught Social Studies and Geography at MHS. Bill resided in Sun City, Maricopa County, Arizona.

WILLIAM "Bill" SABAN

Born: 08-04-1914,
Died: 02-1986
Mr. Saban taught in the Business Department at MHS. He came to Arizona from California. He resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

IDA SAGARINO

Died 2002? - Foreign Language

JOHN V. SCHOOLLAND

Born: 10-20-1923
Died: 10-10-1993, at 69 years old, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Rank: Major
Branch: US Army Air Corps.
World War II Veteran
Buried at: Section CBD Row 1 Site 317
Cemetery: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery
P.O. Box 6237, San Diego, San Diego County, California 92166
Phone: (619) 553-2084
Mr. John Schoolland lived in Colorado prior to moving to Arizona. He was at West High School prior to becoming associate principal at MHS for the 1972-73 school year. Mr. Schoolland's wife is Jeanne Schoolland, MHS; counselor from 1980 through 1988. Mr. Schoolland last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85051. Obituary published in the Arizona Republic, Section B, page 04, on 10-13-1993.

EVELYN SHELLA

Born: 08-03-1910
Died: 06-1978
Evelyn was an English teacher at MHS during 1971-72. Evelyn last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85014.

MR. RICHARD "Dick" SHILLING

Died: 08-10-2000, at home after fighting lung cancer for 3 yrs. He was a part of the Art Dept. for 25 years within the Phoenix Union High School (PUHSD) System, and coached Gymnastics in Michigan and Arizona. He belonged to many Art organizations, before retiring to Munds Park, outside of Flagstaff, Arizona, in 1996. His wife is Carolyn; daughters are Sheri Kaflas of Buckeye, AZ., Nancy Stanfield and Pattie Ashton of Peoria. He has 2 granddaughters, Nicole and Melissa Ashton. He also has 3 sisters & 1 brother.

NADINE SHIMER

Born: 07-11-1938,
Died: February, 1981.
English/Literature Dept. She passed away from complications of a brain aneurysm. She had just returned from Tucson with the MHS debate team. She resided in Phoenix, Arizona.

MR. GENE H. SHIPLEY
Born: 06-11-1929,
Died: 10-30-1998.
He was a P.E. department/Health Teacher. He resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

KENNETH "Ken" L. SHUCK
Born: 03-18-1923,
Died: 07-04-1994.
Industrial Arts Teacher. He resided in Payson, Gila County, Arizona.

HIRAM H. SNODGRASS
Born: 12-10-1928,
Died: 03-22-1999.
Mr. Snodgrass taught math. He came to Arizona from Texas, and resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ.

EMERSON R. SNYDER

Born: 08-26-1919
Died: 06-25-1988, at 68 years of age, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

Mr. Snyder lived in Pennsylvania prior to moving to Arizona. In 1967-68, he began working at MHS in the custodian and maintenance staff department. He became the Foreman Engineer of the custodians department in 1972. His final year at MHS was 1978-79. Mr. Snyder last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85016. Obituary published in The Arizona Republic, Section B, page 03, on 06/27/1988; and in the Phoenix Gazette, Section B, page 04, on 06/27/1988.

MARVIN I. SORDAHL

Born: 01-27-1928, Oklee, Red Lake County, Minnesota
Died: 01-14-2004, after a lengthy illness, at 75 years of age, in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona

Marvin is a U.S. Army Air Corps, WWII, Veteran.
Rank: PFC

Born to Clara Sordahl (dob: 03/24/1903 - dod: 11/29/1997, last resided in Strathcona, Roseau County, Minnesota 56759) and Ben T. Sordahl (dob: 02/15/1905- dod: 04/28/1996, last resided in Greenbush, Roseau County, Minnesota 56726). Marvin has 2 sisters; June Gjovik, and Thordis Calhoun. He also has 2 brothers Richard Sordahl (resides in Texas), and Clayton Sordahl (predeceased Marvin). Marvin came to Arizona in 1948 to attend Arizona State University (ASU), and he earned B.S. and M.A. degrees from that institution. He was married in 1949 to Rae (Downing) Sordahl in Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona. They have 2 children, Mark and Martha Sordahl, and 2 grandsons. Marvin started his teaching career at Yuma Union High School (YUHS), and was there for 2 years. He then taught in the Phoenix Union High School District (PUHSD) until his retirement. His 1st year in PUHSD was at Central High School (CHS), prior to teaching at MHS for 2 years. He then taught at East High School (EHS) and was also a sponsor for student government, until it closed. He then returned to CHS. Mr. Marvin Sordahl was a business teacher at MHS in 1964-65 and a history and civics teacher in 1965-66. Contributions can be made to Interfaith Cooperative Ministries, P.O. Box 2225, Phoenix Arizona 85002-2225, # 602-254-7450. Life-Paths Funeral Home assisted the family (# 480-945-4440). Mr. Sordahl was a member of Shepherd of the Hills Congregational Church, 5538 East Lafayette Boulevard, Phoenix, Arizona 85018, # 602-840-3130; and where his remains are in the memorial rose garden. He last resided in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona 85257. Published in the Arizona Republic newspaper 01/18-19/2004.

JOHN STRICKLAND

HARMON UNKRICH

Born: 03-21-1923,
Died: 12-1995.

Mr. Unkrich was a math teacher. He came to Arizona from Ohio. He last resided in Prescott, Yavapai County, Arizona.

MURRAY E. WALKER.

Born: 07-01-1912,
Died: 05-06-1998.

Science teacher. Mr. Walker resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

H. 'ROSS' WATSON
Born: 07-31-1925,
Died: 07-03-1993.
Mr. Watson was a science/chemistry teacher. He began teaching at MHS in the very 1st year opening of the school in 1964; he retired from teaching in 1983 and remained at MHS throughout his teaching career. Upon retirement he had plans of becoming a chemist. He resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.

RAYMOND A. WHITE
Born: 06-26-1922
Died: 11-30-1999,
He was 77 years of age. He was a science teacher during the 1970's

MRS. MEREDITH M. WILLIAMS
Died: 1964.
Mrs. Williams was a classified employee & worked in the MHS office as the Senior Registration Clerk. Her courage, loyalty, and faith will forever remain an inspiration for everyone at MHS. Meredith's daughter, Priscilla Williams, was an outstanding member of the class of 1965.

ROOSEVELT "Rip" WOODS, JR.
Died: 04-04-2001.
MHS Art Teacher. He was Professor Emeritus at ASU. He was a painting professor at ASU in 1986. His date of death is noted in a catalog that, MHS 1968 alumni, Gloria (Staley) Cosgrove, one of his many students, purchased at the Phoenix Art Museum, entitled "The Eye of Shamba: The Art of Eugene Grigsby, Jr." Mr. Grigsby was also an art professor at ASU. Mr. Woods was one of Grigsby's "most accomplished students." Woods is survived by his wife, Wanda. Dr. Bernard Young is a professor of art education at ASU, & knew Rip and Wanda well.

MR. THEODORE WOODS,
Died: 1993?? Latin/Foriegn Language Dept./Speech and Debate Coach. Junior Classical League and Latin Club. He taught Latin using Julius Caesar and Winnie Ille' Pooh, and tried his best to prepare us for a world beyond high school and college. Many share fond memories of early morning rides with him to U. of A., A.S.U., & many of the area high schools to speech and debate tournaments & late night returns. Also, many toga parties, Latin Club banquets and car washes were enjoyed by all.

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