vol. 52 june 2018 no. 2 · contents dates to remember jun 27-jul 1 pcs annual reunion, orlando...
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VOL. 52 JUNE 2018 NO. 2
CONTENTS
DATES TO REMEMBER
Jun 27-Jul 1 PCS Annual Reunion, Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, Fla.
July 21 NW PC Picnic, Gig Harbor, Wash. Contact Jim and Clover Duffus at
[email protected] or (541) 490-1682.
Sep 8 PCS General Meeting, Der Dutchman, Sarasota, Fla. 11:30 a.m. Contact
Bob and Cheryl Russell at (813) 633-8916. See page 3.
Oct 6 Annual Oklahoma Picnic, Tulsa, Okla. For more information contact
Laura (Burns) Redemann at (918) 605-2334 or [email protected] 13 PCS Yacht Starship, 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa, Fla. Board at 11:30 am
and Cruise from noon – 2:00 p.m. Chairpersons: Shirley Avery and BettyLeDoux. For Cruise infomation contact the Society office at (813) 949-6699. See page 4.
Nov 3 Space Coast Picnic and PCS General Membership Meeting at Kelly Park
East, located at 2550 North Banana River Drive, Merritt Island, Fla., 11:00
a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Contact Bob and Frances Morrissey (321) 639-9092 or
Bob and Kathie McConaughey (321) 452-7281 or Richard Grimison (321)452-6246. See page 5.
President’s Message......................................................................................................1
Office Manager/Secretary’s Message. and Editor’s Corner..........................................2
PCS September - Der Dutchman Luncheon and General Meeting................................3
PCS October - Yacht StarShip Cruise...........................................................................4
2018 Reunion Friday Ping Ding Dance Dedication......................................................5
PCS November - Space Coast Picnic and General Meeting.........................................5
Reunion Coordinators June Update...............................................................................6
2018 Reunion Convention Layout................................................................................7
2018 Schedule of Events...............................................................................................8
2018 Reunion Thursday Yacht Club Dance...................................................................9
2018 Reunion Cultural Seminar....................................................................................9
2018 Reunion Friday Night “Ping Ding” Dance........................................................10
2018 Reunion Annual Luncheon................................................................................10
2018 Reunion Pool Party............................................................................................11
2018 Reunion Mobility Rentals..................................................................................11
Legislative Report.......................................................................................................12
2018 Reunion Happy Hour.........................................................................................12
PCS February - Carnavalito Pictures...........................................................................13
Membership News.......................................................................................................17
Synopsis of Minutes....................................................................................................18
My Pollera Experience................................................................................................18
New Medicare Cards Information...............................................................................19
YOUR REPORTER SAYS
Congratulations...........................................................................................................48Weddings....................................................................................................................50Births......................................................................................................................42
Looking Back.......................................................................................43, 50, 60, 64, 69
With Deep Sorrow.......................................................................................................51Letters to the Editor....................................................................................................61Elks Lodge #1414........................................................................................................65Friends of the Panama Canal Museum........................................................................67Announcements......................................................................................................72Advertisements..................................................................................................75Membership Application Form.................................................................................79Panama Canal Society Merchandise Form.................................................................80
Cover: 2018 Panama Canal Society Reunion Logo. Created by Bill McLaughlin.
California.....................20
FL Central..........................21
Fl North Central.................22
FL Pensacola.....................24
FL Space Coast..................25
FL Tampa Bay...................26
Georgia..............................31
Louisiana......................31
MidWest..........................32
Mississippi........................34
North Carolina...................35
Northwest.....................36
Oklahoma........................37
Panama..............................38
South Carolina...................44
Texas...............................45
Reporter-at-Large..............46
OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOR 2016-2018
MR. MIKE COFFEY
President(813) 494-5007
MRS. SHIRLEY AVERY
1st Vice President(813) 230-9052
MRS. KELLY PARTHENAIS
2nd Vice President(727) 892-9994
MR. JAMES BEATTIE
Director571-263-1559
MR. PATRICK SMITH
Director(813) 385-6708
MS. BRITTNEY WILDER
Director(352) 566-7121
MR. RAYMOND HUSUM
Director-At-Large(864) 357-6220
MR. TOM WILDER
Past President(352) 566-7121
MS. NOREEN HANSON
Treasurer(813) 777-2931
MR. JAMES J. O’DONNELL
Legislative Representative(727) 894-2478
MS. LAURA KOSIK
Sergeant-at-Arms
(727) 906-7015
MR. RICHARD GRIMISON
Chaplain(321) 452-6246
MR. LEE BENTLEY
Bylaws Chairperson(813) 482-6311
MR. BILL MCLAUGHLIN
Historian(352) 726-8804
MS. KATHY MALIN
Secretary/Office Manager(813) 949-6699 (Office)
MS. JACQUE (CROWELL) VOWELL
Editor(386) 451-4779
MR. CHRIS WILDER
Web Master(352) 207-6755
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Happy summertime members! I
hope this message finds you packing
your suitcase in preparation for our
upcoming 86th Annual Reunion. Our
theme this year is “Cruzin’ Zonian
Style” and we have a great Reunion
planned. Don’t miss it!
This will be my final message to
you as your President as a new board
will be announced at this year’s
Reunion. I’m feeling a bit nostalgic, as
I can’t believe it’s been four years
already. With six years on the board prior to becoming
President, I have been happy to serve all of you for the past
ten years. You’re not off the hook yet though. I will continue
to serve on the board as Past President as long as your incom-
ing President is in office. I know she will do an outstanding
job, so hopefully, there will be very little for me to do.
I joined the board because I wanted to be more involved
in the Society and reconnect with the many friends and fami-
lies I’ve known since my youth. I attended reunions from
time to time, but reunions flew by so quickly it left me feeling
like I didn’t spend enough time with the people I wanted to
spend more time with. As a board member, I have attended
the majority of our events through the years, spent time with
people I care about and made many, many new friends along
the way. I am grateful and happy I got involved!
As a board member, I have spent a lot of my time focusing
on membership and the value we create for our members.
Our declining membership has always been a big concern to
me and remains a concern, which is why I recommended and
created a Membership Committee. This committee was
responsible for creating our Governor’s Club membership
and creating a variety of value-ads for our members.
At our upcoming Reunion, we will introduce another
great value to our membership. The board has agreed to part-
ner with BenefitHub to provide members with a wide variety
of discounts for travel, apparel, automobiles, financial servic-
es, prescriptions, and much, much more. At this writing, we
are developing a customized website for our members that
will include links to discounts for a wide variety of goods and
services, as well as our favorite vendors. I hope you will
attend our Annual Meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday at the
Reunion to learn more about it. Details will be published on
our website, Facebook and in the Canal Record.
My thanks to the many members who registered early for
the Reunion. This makes our job in the office much easier.
Congratulations to Ann O’Neal for winning the two-night
stay at the reunion. It pays to register early.
I want to express my sincerest thanks to the board mem-
bers and office staff who have served this Society and sup-
ported me the past four years. Their names are on the inside
cover of this Record and they all give a great deal of their per-
sonal time to support all of us. An extra big THANK YOU to
Kathy Malin, Noreen Hanson, Betty Ledoux, JacqueVowell, Cheryl Williams, and Nancy Van Siclen for doing
their job so well. Their constant reminders, text messages,
emails, pokes, prods, and patience have been key to my sur-
vival. Thank you, ladies! You are absolutely the best and I
love you all!
It has been a pleasure to serve as your President for the
past four years. I hope and pray that my children, grandchil-
dren, and those that come after them will do all they can to
preserve our great Society, it’s spirit, and it’s culture. I hope
to see you at the Reunion!
Mike Coffey, 2014 - 2018 President
Mike Coffey
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
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OFFICE MANAGER/SECRETARY’S
MESSAGE
The reunion is a few weeks away.
Are you ready? Have you registered,
ordered dance tickets and have your
dancing shoes ready? The deadline
has passed but the Office and Board
members are busy preparing for the
Reunion by creating name badges,
ordering reunion supplies, organizing tickets, confirming
hotel conference space and set-ups, etc. We have a variety of
vendors including new ones this year. We will be listening
and dancing to lively Panamanian music during both Friday
and Saturday nights. If you can make it on Thursday, the
band Panama from the Melbourne, Fla. area will be playing
at the Yacht Club dance sponsored by BHS/CHS'73 and
BHS/CHS'78.
If you just now decided to attend the Reunion, remember
you must be a current member of the Panama Canal Society.
You can submit the membership form online prior to June
21st. After June 21st, come see me at the Information Desk
in the Marriott Conference area during hours posted on the
Schedule of Events. The first shift is Wednesday, June 27 at
5:30 p.m. After you renew your membership, you can regis-
ter for the Reunion at the same time. Remember you need to
wear a PCS name badge (and bring ID) to attend the famous
Pool Party on Saturday.
See you at the Reunion!
Kathy Malin, Secretary
(813) 949-6699 (Office)
Email: [email protected]
EDITOR’S CORNER
If you missed Carnavaltio in
February - you missed out! The fun
started with the Space Coast group
pre-party and ended with a fantastic
dinner and dance. Fran Morrisseyand Sentimiento Panama’s band“Los Legendarios” provided theentertaimment. Shoes were kickedunder the table and we danced!
Conan Herring, Shawn Coffey, and MargaretMcLaughlin sold their wares. An ongoing slideshow ofold Canal construction, the Canal Zone and Panama pic‐tures was provided by Dennis Huff. What a collection ofpictures! A big thank you to Laura Kosik and Dennis Hufffor sharing their pictures from Carnavalito.
I would like to welcome back Linda Morris to the CanalRecord family! Linda was the reporter for Texas for many
years before her move to Florida. I asked Linda to be our
Reporter-At-Large for members who don’t have a reporter in
their state. If you want to send in news and pictures, consider
contacting Linda! You can contact Linda Morris at (727)286-7700 or email [email protected]. She will be happy
to report your events and pictures.
If you have questions or need help with submitting infor-
mation to the Canal Record, I am only an email or phone call
away.
Jacque (Crowell) Vowell, Editor
Evenings: (386) 451-4779Email: [email protected]
Jacque (Crowell)Vowell
Kathy Malin
ZONIE SAYSDID YOU FORGET TO REGISTER FOR THE REUNION?
ONSITE REGISTRATION FEE IS $15.00 AT THE REUNION.
REMEMBER - YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF THE PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY BEFORE YOU CAN REGISTER.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED DURING THE 2018 REUNION!IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, CONTACT ONE OR MORE OF THE VOLUNTEER CHAIRPERSONS LISTED
IN THE REGISTRATION PACKET OR CALL THE SOCIETY OFFICE (813) 949‑6699.
The PCS Office in Lutz, Fla. will close at noon onFriday, June 22. The office will temporarily move tothe Reunion from June 27 through July 1. See theSchedule of Events for the Information Desk hours atthe Reunion.
The Lutz PCS Office will NOT open again untilTuesday, July 17.
WHEN YOU REGISTER, YOUR NAME BADGE
BECOMES YOUR PASSPORT TO PARTICIPATE IN
REUNION ACTIVITIES AND RECEIVE SPECIAL
“NEGOTIATED” DISCOUNTS. YOU CAN GET A
15% DISCOUNT ON FOOD AT HOTEL RESTAU-RANTS BY SHOWING, OR WEARING YOUR 2018NAME BADGE. THIS DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY
FOR BEVERAGES.
PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY - GULF COAST LUNCHEON
The Gulf Coast Luncheon will be held on September 8, 2018 from 11:30 a.m. ‐ 2:00 p.m. at the Der DutchmanRestaurant in Sarasota, Fla. The menu will consist of two meats (chicken and roast beef), homemade bread,dressing, gravy, real mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, tossed salad, slice of pie and beverage. This will bea sit‐down served meal and reservations are required. Cost for the lunch is $20.00 per person, whichincludes tax and gratuity. Pre‐meeting at 11:45 a.m., lunch served at 12:00 noon followed by our SeptemberGeneral Membership Meeting. The deadline for reservations is Friday, August 31, 2018. For more infor‐mation contact our hosts: Cheryl and Bob Russell at (813) 633‑8916.
Der Dutchman of Sarasota, Fla. is located at 3713 BahiaVista St., Sarasota, Fla, 34232. Telephone: (941) 955‑8007.
Directions: Take I‐75 to Exit 210 (old 39), Fruitville Road.Go right at the exit and stay on Fruitville Road until thetraffic light at McIntosh Road, go left (South). Stay onMcIntosh until the next traffic light. Go right on Bahia VistaStreet. Right after the railroad tracks the restaurant will beon the right (North). The restaurant is located close to theintersection of Bahia Vista Street and Beneva Road.
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GULF COAST LUNCHEON - SEPTEMBER 8, 2018Reservation Form
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Member Name______________________________________________
Telephone Number_________________________Please make ___________reservations at $20.00 per person.
Names of guests:
(1)__________________________________________(3)_____________________________________
(2)__________________________________________(4)_____________________________________
Total Enclosed $____________ RESERVATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018
Make checks payable to the PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY, INC.Mail to: PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY, INC., 19001 SUNLAKE BLVD., LUTZ, FLA. 33558
3713 BAHIA VISTA STREETSARASOTA, FLORIDA 34232
941‑955‑8007
DER DUTCHMAN RESTAURANTAmish Style Cooking
SEPTEMBER 8, 2018
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PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY ‑ YACHT STARSHIPOCTOBER 13, 2018
MEMBER NAME ______________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE NUMBER ( __ __ __) __ __ __ ‑ __ __ __ __
PLEASE MAKE _________ RESERVATIONS AT $50.00 PER PERSON FOR ADULTS AND $27.77 FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 – 12.
TOTAL ENCLOSED $ _________________
NAMES OF GUESTS (PLEASE PRINT)
1. ____________________________________________________________ 5. _____________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________ 6. _____________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________ 7. _____________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________ 8. _____________________________________________________________
Make checks payable to Panama Canal Society, Inc. and mail to:PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY, INC., 19001 SUNLAKE BLVD., LUTZ, FLA. 33558
Come sail away on the Yacht StarShip on a two‐hour luncheon cruisearound Tampa Bay with Society friends and family.
Upon boarding, the Yacht Starship photographer will capture a wel‐come aboard souvenir photo (available for purchase). After yourphoto the Captain and Crew will welcome you aboard and direct youto the Wine Room for dining, exclusively reserved for Panama CanalSociety guests. All seats have a great view. Yacht Starship is theonly dining yacht in Tampa Bay with an elevator servicing all threepassenger decks.
Enjoy freshly prepared cuisine from Yacht Starship’s Executive Chefand Galley Staff. Your ticket includes a 3‐course meal selected byyou from their Luncheon menu. After dining, visit the Promenade
deck to enjoy music while you cruise by million‐dollar mansions and Florida largest seaport, in route to beautifulTampa Bay. You will experience the best view of Tampa’s magnificent and growing skyline. View abundant wildlifefrom pelicans to pods of dolphins.
The Yacht Starship is located at 603 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Boarding is at 11:30 a.m., we cruise at noon and willreturn by 2:00 p.m.
Lunch attire is dress short or pants with a dress shirts, polo or Tommy Bahama‐style shirt. For women, a sundress, skirtwith a blouse or dress shorts/capris. Worn or torn clothing, tank tops or flip flops are prohibited in the dining room.
Cost: $50.00 per person for adults and $27.77 for children ages 4 – 12. Children under 3 dine and cruise for free.(Children under 3 should be named for count purposes.)
DEADLINE FOR CANCELLATIONS AND RESERVATIONS IS OCTOBER 4, 2018.
For additional information please contact the Society office at (813) 949‑6699
DEADLINE FOR CANCELLATIONS AND RESERVATIONS IS OCTOBER 4, 2018.
PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY ‑ YACHT STARSHIPOCTOBER 13, 2018
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WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR THE REUNION, YOUR NAME BADGE BECOMES
YOUR PASSPORT TO PARTICIPATE IN REUNION ACTIVITIES AND RECEIVE SPECIAL
“NEGOTIATED” DISCOUNTS. YOU CAN GET A 15% DISCOUNT ON FOOD AT HOTEL
RESTAURANTS BY SHOWING OR WEARING YOUR 2018 NAME BADGE.
THIS DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY FOR BEVERAGES.
Rupert S. Turner (BHS’66) was a talented artist who designed and created several stagebackdrops and numerous pieces of artwork for many Panama Canal Society events duringthe last thirty years. He also created the first PCS coloring book in 2013 for mascot“Zonie” to give to children attending the reunion. Rupert loved typico Panamanian musicand supported bringing this type of music to the Reunion. To commemorate RupertTurner, the Panama Canal Society is dedicating the Friday night “Ping‐Ding” dance to hismemory. Rupert passed away in March after a brave battle with cancer.
PLEASE JOIN US AT THE FRIDAY NIGHT “PING-DING” DANCE AND LET THE MUSIC BRING BACK
LOST MEMORIES OF HOME. Rupert Turner
NOVEMBER GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND SPACE COAST PICNIC
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
NEW LOCATION!Kelly Park East
2550 North Banana River DriveMerritt Island, Fla.
The Panama Canal Society General Membership meeting
will be held on November 3, 2018 in conjunction with the
Space Coast Picnic at the Kelly Park East, located at 2550
North Banana River Drive, Merritt Island, Fla. The General
Membership Meeting will start at 12:30 p.m.
Directions: Head East on SR 528 (Beeline; Beachline)
take exit #52 for Banana River Drive. Go right (South) onto
Banana River Drive. Kelly Park is immediately on your left.
BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH AND DRINK.
For more information call:
Bob and Frances Morrissey - (321) 639-9092Bob and Kathie McConaughey - (321) 452-7281
Richard Grimison - (321) 452-6246
2018 REUNION COORDINATORS - JUNE UPDATEHere we are in June with only days away to go before our 2018 Reunion. By now all our pre‐registration and hotelreservations are closed; however, you can still register on‐site at the reunion at the late registration desk to pay your$15 registration fee. Remember, you have to be a current member of the Society to register for the reunion. You canrenew or join the Society at the reunion at the on‐site Society Information and Office desk. THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS!!
HIGHLIGHTS:
On Wednesday the reunion officially starts with Registration and Information opening at 5:30 till 8:30 p.m.
Thursday will be a busy day starting out at 7:30 a.m. with the 2018 Panama Canal Society Chagres Invitational GolfTournament at the Orlando World Center Marriott – Hawks Landing Golf Course. u Then Registration, Information,Vendors, Ticket Sales and the UF/Panama Canal Museum Exhibit and Auction all open up at 10:00 a.m. Check theupdated schedule in this issue of the Canal Record for exact times and locations. �u The Thursday Night “Yacht ClubDance” that is sponsored this year by the BHS/CHS Classes of ’73 and ‘78 will start at 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. to finish theday off.
Friday will kick off at 10:00 a.m. with our Panama Canal Society Annual Meeting. We encourage all members to attendthis important annual meeting. This is the meeting where members attending the reunion are informed of Society busi‐ness and participate in discussions. This year we will announcing the election results for our new officers for 2018 ‐2020. Please plan to attend this meeting! As a bonus, there are great door prizes donated by the Reunion Vendors, andtour packages in Panama. u Then Registration, Information, Vendors, Ticket Sales and the UF/Panama Canal MuseumExhibit and Auction all open for business. Check the schedule of exact times and locations. u Be sure to attend theCultural Seminar “The Emberá of Eastern Panama – Cultural Geography, Ecology and Cosmology in the Tropical RainForest”: Presented by Bill Harp at 2:00 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom 8. u Bingo will also start at 2:00 p.m. for thosebingo lovers and at 3:00 p.m. learn how to dance at the Panamanian Folkloric Dance class. u To end the day, IT’S PINGDING TIME! with the Friday Night Ping Ding Dance Night from 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. in the Crystal Ballroom with musicby the Sentimiento Panama band Los Legindarios u and for the night‐owls out there, the After Hours Night Club Dancefrom 10:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. in Grand Ballroom 8.
Saturday will promise yet another fun filled day with the Vendors and UF/Panama Canal Museum Exhibit and Auctionall open for business at 10:00 a.m. u The Annual Luncheon will not only have some wonderful Marriott World CenterCuisine, but a great presentation by Rafael Armien of the Panama Dance Group Sentimiento Panama will be present‐ing a very informative presentation about Panama’s Folk Culture: Origins of the Dances and Music at noon. If you haven’tgotten your tickets yet, there may be some available at the reunion. Check with the Information Desk or at theLuncheon registration desk. u The 10th Annual Pool Side Party will kick off at 1:00 p.m. Be sure you have your reunionname badge and photo ID to participate. u Registration, Information, Ticket Sales and a free Yoga class all start at 2:00p.m. and Bingo at 3:00 p.m. u The Catholic Mass starts at 4:00 p.m. for those that want to get their Mass obligation infor the week. u We will be having the Murga at 8:30 p.m. prior to our Saturday Night Ball. u Closing out the day willbe our ever popular Annual Ball with Frankie Pretto and the Parranda Band. This is a great way to do some seriousdancing and having fun with friends. u The After Hours Night Club Dance will close out the night starting at 11:00 p.m.for more dancing fun!
Sunday is our last day for the 2018 Reunion with your last chance to visit the vendors and make your last minute pur‐chases. Vendors open at 9:00 a.m. and close at noon. u Also this is your last chance to visit the UF and Panama CanalMuseum Exhibit from 9:00 a.m. till noon. u Despedida is the last big performance event for this year’s reunion and willstart at 10:00 a.m. The Panama Dancers have a super show planned for those attending.
The Reunion Clubhouse is the place to be for good eats, drinks and socializing while at the reunion. Food and drinkprices are reduced compare to other hotel eateries. u We will be having a $1.00 Cuba Libre Happy Hour from 4 – 5p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. COME JOIN THE FUN WITH FRIENDS!
Please refer to the Reunion Flyer that will be given to you at registration or pick one up at the Information Desk to getall the room numbers, times, days and details for all the days of the reunion. An updated Schedule of Events and Floor
Plan are enclosed in the issue of the Canal Record.
See you at the reunion!
Bill McLaughlin and Mike CoffeyReunion Coordinators
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THE SOCIETY OFFICE IN LUTZ WILL BE CLOSED
FROM FRIDAY, JUNE 22
THROUGH TUESDAY, JULY 17.
CONVENTION LAYOUT - 2018 REUNION
PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY - ORLANDO WORLD CENTER MARRIOTT2018 REUNION - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2018Registration: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 6
Information/Society Office: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Grand Registration Desk
THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 201838th Chagres Invitational Golf Tournament: – Orlando World Center Marriott Hawks Landing Golf Course
CHECK IN 7:30 a.m. SHOTGUN START: 8:00 a.m.
Golf Luncheon: Immediately after tournament play – Grand Ballroom 1, 2 & 3
My Pollera Experience Photo Sessions: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Dever & Chicago Meeting Rooms
Reunion Clubhouse: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Boston, Atlanta and Anaheim Meeting Rooms (MAY CLOSE EARLY IF NOT IN USE)
Vendors: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 7
UF/Panama Canal Museum Collection (Exhibits, Auction): 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Crystal Ballroom A-C
Information/Society Office: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Reg. Desk
Registration: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom 6
Despedida Lottery Ticket Sales: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
On-site Dance Ticket Sales: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
Thursday Night “Yacht Club Dance” (Sponsored by BHS/CHS Classes of ‘73/’78): 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. – Grand Ballroom 8
FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2018My Pollera Experience Photo Sessions: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 1, 2 & 3
Annual Meeting: 10:00 a.m. (All Society members are encouraged to attend) – Grand Ballroom 8
Reunion Clubhouse: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. – Boston, Atlanta and Anaheim Meeting Rooms (MAY CLOSE EARLY IF NOT IN USE)
Vendors: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 7
UF/Panama Canal Museum Collection (Exhibits, Auction): 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Crystal Ballroom A - C
Yoga Class: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. NO CHARGE TO PARTICIPATE! – Grand Ballroom 14
Information/ Society Office: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Registration Desk
Registration: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 6
Despedida Lottery Ticket Sales: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
On-site Dance Ticket Sales: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
Cultural Seminar: “The Emberá of Eastern Panama – Cultural Geography, Ecology and Cosmology in the Tropical Rain Forest”:
Presented by Bill Harp: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 8
Bingo: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NO CHARGE TO PARTICIPATE! – Denver/Chicago Meeting Rooms – Hall of Cities
Panamanian Folkloric Dance Class: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 1, 2 & 3
“Friday Night Ping Ding Dance Night”: 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. – Crystal Ballroom
After Hours Night Club Dance: 10:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. – Grand Ballroom 8
SATURDAY, JUNE 30, 2018My Pollera Experience Photo Sessions: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 1, 2 & 3
Vendors: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 7
UF/Panama Canal Museum Collection (Exhibits, Auction): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Crystal Ballroom A - C
Reunion Clubhouse: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. – Boston, Atlanta and Anaheim Meeting Rooms (MAY CLOSE EARLY IF NOT IN USE)
Annual Luncheon: DOORS OPEN 11:30 a.m. LUNCH 12:00 noon – Grand Ballroom 8
10th Annual Pool Side Party: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Spa Pool
Information/ Society Office: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Registration Desk
Registration: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 6
Despedida Lottery Ticket Sales: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
On-site Dance Ticket Sales: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom Foyer
Yoga Class: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. NO CHARGE TO PARTICIPATE! – Grand Ballroom 14
Bingo: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. NO CHARGE TO PARTICIPATE! – Denver/Chicago Meeting Rooms – Hall of Cities
Religious Service: Catholic Mass 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Grand Ballroom 4 - 5
“Murga”: 8:30 p.m. – Foyer in front of Crystal Ballroom – Come join the fun.
Annual Ball: 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. – Crystal Ballroom
After Hours Night Club Dance: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. – Grand Ballroom 8
SUNDAY, JULY 1, 2018Vendors: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon – Grand Ballroom 7
UF/Panama Canal Museum Collection: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Crystal Ballroom A - C
Despedida: All Society Members and Guests are invited – Farewell to Friends – Doors open at 9:30 a.m.,
Dance Performance will begin at 10:00 a.m. – Crystal Ballroom
YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN THE DESPEDIDA LOTTERY.THIS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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JUNE 28, 2018 THURSDAY - YACHT CLUB DANCESPONSORED BY BHS/CHS’73 AND BHS/CHS’78
FEATURING “PANAMA BAND” FROM COCOA BEACH, FLA.
2018 ANNUAL REUNION CULTURAL SEMINARTHE EMBERÁ OF EASTERN PANAMA – CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY,
ECOLOGY AND COSMOLOGY IN THE TROPICAL RAIN FOREST
FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2018 2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. GRAND BALLROOM 8
The Panama Canal Society is honored to have Mr. William “Bill” Harp asour guest speaker at the 2018 PCS Reunion Cultural Seminar. Bill was raised inthe Canal Zone and lived in Gamboa, Cocoli, Balboa, Los Rios, Panama City, andAlbrook. He graduated from BHS in 1971 and currently works with the DariénInformation Systems, Inc. as an Information Systems Technologist, CulturalAnthropologist, and Geospatial Analyst.
During his University years, he worked as a cultural anthropologist in theDarién of Eastern Panama, Bill researched the Emberá people and subsequentlyearned his MA in Anthropology from the University of Oregon where he special‐ized in the ecology and cosmology of tropical lowland, indigenous cultures of thenew world. The Emberá are one of these cultures that not only practice tradi‐tional horticulture but still speak their native language, hunt, gather and fishfrom the rainforest and practice their traditional beliefs in spirits and associatedrituals. They have an encyclopedic knowledge of plants and an extensive eth‐nobotany of plants for medical, religious, and other uses.
From 1986‐2000 he worked for the Department of Defense, US SouthernCommand, specialized in technology, training and geospatial applications in
defense and intelligence. Bill was also a program manager for a large, national mapping project of land use and for‐est cover with the United Nations REDD program in collaboration with the Panamanian Ministry of theEnvironment. He served as a Commissioner with the Panamanian Ministry of Tourism for sustainable heritage andeco‐tourism. Bill and his wife Susan, also an archeologist, journalist, editor and anthropologist, alternate betweentheir country homesteads in Panama and Idaho.
William “Bill” Harp
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THE PANAMA CANAL SOCIETY IS PROUD TO PRESENT AN EVENING OF EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT FOR YOUR PLEASURE!
FRIDAY NIGHT “PING DING DANCE”
CRYSTAL BALLROOM
JUNE 29, 2018
9:00 P.M. ‑ 1:00 A.M.
The Friday Night Ping Ding Dance Night will promise reunion attendees a fun‐filled night on Friday.Come and join all of us for a great night dancing likethey do at a Panamanian Ping Ding. The Society hascontracted the very popular Sentimiento Panamenoband “Los Legendarios” to provide you with thesounds of Panama Ping Ding Parties.
2018 ANNUAL LUNCHEON"PANAMA’S FOLKLORIC DANCE CULTURE:
ORIGINS OF THE DANCES AND MUSIC"SATURDAY, JUNE 30, 2018
11:30 A.M. GRAND BALLROOM 8
The Panama Canal Society is honored to have Society member,Rafael Armien, from the Panama Dance Group Sentimiento Panama asour guest speaker for the Annual Luncheon at the 2018 Reunion.
Rafael Armien spoke at the 2017 Reunion’s Cultural Seminar onthis same subject and his presentation was so interesting and outstand‐ing that we were asked by several members to have him speak at the up‐coming reunion. Rafael begins with the indigenous people of Panamaand the types of dances and music they had which was basically thefoundation for all of Panama’s Folkloric Dance and Music Culture today.He then takes you on a journey through the years with the influence ofthe Spanish conquest and the African slave trade in Panama that influ‐enced the dances and music known today. Rafael goes through all nineprovinces of Panama, as each one has its own distinct type of dance andmusic. Rafael provides video of each of the different types of dances andmusic in his presentation that he shows the audience as he progressesthrough the provinces.
Those attending the Cultural Seminar in 2017 were soimpressed with this presentation they quoted that “this was the best Cultural Seminar they have ever attended atthe reunion.” The presentation revealed so much about the evolution of Panama’s Folkloric Dance Culture that noone in attendance realized how complex it really is and has been. So, if you missed the seminar in 2017, now is yourchance to hear all about Panama’s Folkloric Dance Culture and history. For those that attended the seminar in2017, Rafael will expand his presentation with additional information.
ASK AT THE INFORMATION DESK FOR AVAILABLE TICKETS.
Rafael Armien
2018ANNUAL POOL
PARTY!SATURDAY
JUNE 30, 20182018 PCS NAME BADGE AND ID REQUIRED
FLORIDA MOBILITY RENTALSWebsite: WWW.FLORIDAMOBILITYRENTALS.COM
Phone number: (321) 558-7039
The price list for scooter rentals from 1 through 7 days for the reunion is listed
below. The rentals are more cost effective the longer the rental period. A
10% discount has been applied to each order for our members. There is a
minimum rental charge on each scooter, this covers the person for up to 3
days, and is the same price for 1, 2 or 3 days. After 7 days, all further days
drop down to $10 per day, less discount and with tax will be $9.59 per day.
All optional extras will have a 10% discount also.
The optional extras are:
1. Optional accidental damage insurance - $29.95 for the whole rental.
2. Add a Cane Holder, Walker Holder, Crutch Holder, 02 Cylinder
Holder, or an Extra Basket for the back of the scooter - $15 each for
the whole rental and each scooter can take only one extra option.
3. Sun Canopies, these are limited and are on a first come first served basis - $25 for the whole rental.
4. Rates below include the 6.5% tax
The scooter equipment availability and delivery options may be limited or unavailable for orders placed too late and most
definitely becomes more of an issue the closer we get to the reunion dates, especially as 4th July week is one of the busiest
weeks of the year. With this said, please get your reservations in as early as possible.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED DURING THE 2018 REUNION!IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER, CONTACT ONE OR MORE OF THE VOLUNTEER CHAIRPERSONS
OR CALL THE SOCIETY OFFICE (813) 949‑6699.
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Panama Canal Society’s mem-
bers are concerned about future ben-
efits. It seems all the government
employees’ organizations are talking
about benefits. They fear the worst
and hope for the best. The
Republican leadership in the 115th
congress have made it clear that they
are determined to drastically cut
Social Security and Medicare
Benefits. Social security and
Medicare are under pressure as the
aging population increases. Both programs face substantial
financing problems that have put the question whether they
will be able to continue delivering the benefits promised.
Both could be in for substantial changes in the time ahead.
Panama Canal Society members have a large stake in the
outcome, even though they have separate retirement and
health insurance programs in addition to social security
and Medicare. Social Security coverage is one of the three
legs. What happens to one leg can adversely affect the
other two.
We will be fortunate to be able to hold onto what we
now have. The best advice I could give any government
employee is to contact your Congressional leader and tell
them what you think; he or she would be glad to hear from
you. Unfortunately, most of your leaders already have a
plan to reduce benefits. Congressional leaders are in favor
of turning the control of Medicare program over to the
insurance companies. One thing for sure, if you do not con-
tact Congress, then Congress will feel free to do whatever
they want!
My friends from the islands are quoted as saying “pass-
ing the day sitting in the shade of the mango tree accom-
plish nothing for you or me.”
LEGISLATIVE REPORT
James O’Donnell, Legislative Reporter
James O’Donnell
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CARNAVALITO PRE-PARTY
Terry and Sonja Justice and Alberta(Wilder) Corrigan.
Patrick Smith and Bebe (Nehring)DeNike. Rae Donaldson and Sue Deakins
Cindy (Meadows) Todd, Lindsey Cotti,Angelina Todd and Jesse Todd.Lee Bentley and Laura Kosik
Justin Galluzzo, Kathy Malin, Rod Snyder, Maurie Moore,Jim Palumbo and Janie Moore.
Don Humphrey, Sue and Jon Fisher
Jane Huff and DonitaMcConaughey.
Collin Corrigan, Dennis and Peggy Huff
Mary Alice (Myers) Albritton, Nancy (Baldwin) Reid,Linda (Lowe) Maloney, and Penny (Earl) Bittinger.
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CARNAVALITO
Darren Fox and Trey Arias Wayne and Dawn (Bilgray) Watkins Kathie and Bob McConaughey
Bonnie (Gunn) Abellera and Carol(Tyson) Call. Jane and Bill HuffLaura Kosik and Randy Rios
Noreen Hanson and Kenny Hines Rae DonaldsonRafael Armien, Darren Fox, James Beattie and
Betty LeDoux.
Shirley Avery-Bentley, Cheryl Williams and Irma AveryEd Chandler, Steve Schmalhorst and Laura McDill
CARNAVALITO
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Front: Nancy (Baldwin) Reid, Kathy Malin.Back: Gail (Albritton) Klingenberg, RobinSutherland, Rae Donaldson. Nancy and Earl McMullins Mary Coffey and Mike Coffey
Front: Lee Bentley and Lize Bell. Back: Laurel (Sutherland)Patrick, Robin Sutherland, Dawn Sutherland.
Shawn Coffey, Katie and James Beattie and Jacque(Crowell) Vowell.
Keegan and Patrick Smith
JoElla and Randy DeakinsEduardo and Christina (Grimison)Volonnino. Francis Morrissey
Julie and Michael Jablonski Dick and Sandra Roscoe
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“Los Legendarios”
Melinda (Grimison) and Tom Niemeyer
Sue and Terry Deakins
Mike Coffey and Mary Coffey
Bob and Pat Sprague
Mary Ann and Tom O'Shea
MEMBERSHIP NEWSJoin the Panama Canal Society on FACEBOOK and LinkedIN!
Hello Members!
We are so excited about our upcoming Annual Reunion! Reminder ‐ it is from June 27 through July 1 at the OrlandoMarriott World Center in Orlando, Fla. I hope you made your reservations! There will be lots to enjoy such as; the38th Chagres Invitational Golf Tournament, the UF/Panama Canal Museum Collection, the Annual Meeting, theCultural Seminar, the Annual Luncheon, the Pool Party, Mini‐class reunions, the Despedida Lottery, the Dances,purchase treasures at the Vendors, the Annual Ball, and finally Despedida on Sunday morning! Go to www.pan‑canalsociety.org for the Schedule of Events. Need transportation from airport to the Hotel? See theTransportation Registration link and Shuttle Coupon on the website. All the reunion information is on the Societywebsite.
As part of the Board, I am aware of the hard hard workbehind the scenes! All of the events just mentioned;the Board makes these happen. The Board also supports activities in other states and creates eventsthroughout the year like the picnics, Carnavalito,UF/PCS Museum Luncheon, and the ChristmasLuncheon.
We hope you mailed in your ballot for our new Board.The ballots are in your March issue. Please note thatcompleted ballots must be received (postmarked orhand‐marked) at the Society Office by June 19th. Thesealed ballots will be opened prior to the Annual Meeting at the Annual Reunion. All members are welcomed toobserve this process. The election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting, which will begin at 10:00 a.m.in Grand Ballroom 8. Good luck to all the nominees!
If you haven’t done so, do it! Go to the www.pancanalsociety.org website and see what the Panama Canal Societyhas to offer. Get to know your Officers, Area Reporters, Membership information (such as new or renewing, andGovernor’s Club), Vital Statistics, Panama Canal Museum, Schedule of Activities throughout the year, and more!The Society did a great job with the website!
The Canal Record book you are holding keeps you informed. This book contains messages from Board membersabout the Society, current calendar of events, Reunion activities, pictures, pictures, and lots of pictures, articlesfrom your area reporters worldwide, announcements of engagements, weddings, graduations, births, and obituar‐ies, Look Back section, class reunions announcements, and a place to advertise your place of business. This is agreat resource to find out what your friends and family are doing. The Directory is published every Fall and con‐tains lots of information as well. It has lists! Lists of Founder and Charter Members, Officers and the Committees,Area Reporters, In Memoriam, where to get student records/transcripts, birth/death certificates, Bylaws ofPanama Canal Society, and a list of the members. Yes! Addresses and emails of the members of Society! You mayfind a long‐lost friend or maybe even a relative!
Panama Canal Society spends many long hours to keep you informed and creates these great activities for you toenjoy. We think these are great Society benefits for just $40 to renew by January 31!
Do you have “Phoney Zonie” friends who enjoy the reunion and other Society events? Guess what? They can alsojoin the Society. Volunteer to be their sponsor and they can become an Associate Member for $50 a year or aGovernor’s Club member for $250 for five years.
To become a member or give a gift membership, you can go online to www.pancanalsociety.org. If you have anyadditional questions, please call the Society office at 813‑949‑6699, or email [email protected] andour Office Manager Kathy Malin will be glad to assist you.
CONSIDER GIFTING A MEMBERSHIP TO A FAMILY MEMBER OR A FRIEND.
Laura Kosik, Membership Committee
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President Mike Coffey, Office Manager Kathy Malin,Treasurer Noreen Hanson.
PANAMA CANAL SOCIETYEXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Radisson Resort at Port Canaveral, Fla.
February 24, 2018Actions taken:
* Approved the Executive Board minutes.
* Approved expenditures from Dec, 2017 - Feb. 23, 2018
* Approved new members.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTESRadisson Resort at Port Canaveral, Fla.
February 24, 2018Actions taken:
* Early Bird Drawing for two complimentary nights at
Orlando Marriott World Center during the reunion was won
by Ann O’Neal.*Approved the December 2018 General membership min-
utes.
SYNOPSIS OF MINUTES
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2018 REUNION REGISTRATION DISCLAIMERIf you need someone, other than yourself, to pick up your pre‐paid ticket(s) and name badge(s) atRegistration during the designated times at the Reunion: An email message must be received by4:00 p.m. June 21, 2018, to the Society office at [email protected], using your emailaddress on file with the Panama Canal Society Office and name ONE person to pick up yourticket(s) and name badge(s). The designated person will be asked for ID and signature.
LOST TICKETS WILL NOT BE REPLACED.
WHEN YOU REGISTER, YOUR NAME BADGE BECOMES YOUR PASSPORT TO PARTICIPATE IN REUNION
ACTIVITIES AND RECEIVE SPECIAL “NEGOTIATED” DISCOUNTS. YOU CAN GET A 15% DISCOUNT ON
FOOD AT HOTEL RESTAURANTS BY SHOWING, OR WEARING YOUR 2018 NAME BADGE.
THIS DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY FOR BEVERAGES.
NEW MEDICARE CARDS START MAILING IN APRIL 2018
New Medicare cards are coming soon. Here’s what you need to know about your new card. Plus, how to avoid relat‐ed scams.
Starting in April 2018, Medicare will begin mailing new cards to everyone who gets Medicare benefits. Why? To helpprotect your identity, Medicare is removing Social Security numbers from Medicare cards. Instead, the new cardswill have a unique Medicare Number. This will happen automatically. You don’t need to do anything or pay anyoneto get your new card.
Medicare will mail your card, at no cost, to the address you have on file with the Social Security Administration. Ifyou need to update your official mailing address, visit your online Social Security account or call 1‐800‐772‐1213.When you get your new card, your Medicare coverage and benefits will stay the same.
If your sister who lives in another state gets her card before you, don’t fret. The cards will be mailed in waves, tovarious parts of the country, from April 2018 until April 2019. So, your card may arrive at a different time than hers.You can check the rollout schedule to get a better idea when you may be receiving yours.
When you get your new card, be sure to destroy your old card. Don’t just toss it in the trash. Shred it. If you have aseparate Medicare Advantage card, keep that because you’ll still need it for treatment.
As the new Medicare cards start being mailed, be on the lookout for Medicare scams. Here are some tips:
* Don’t pay for your new card. It’s yours for free. If anyone calls and says you need to pay for it, that’s a scam.* Don’t give personal information to get your card. If someone calls claiming to be from Medicare, asking for your Social Security number or bank information, that’s a scam. Hang up. Medicare will never ask you to give personal information to get your new number and card.* Guard your card. When you get your new card, safeguard it like you would any other health insurance or credit card. While removing the Social Security number cuts down on many types of identity theft, you’ll still want to protect your new card because identity thieves could use it to get medical services.
For more information about changes to your Medicare card go to go.medicare.gov/newcard. And if you’re a vic‐tim of a scam, report it to the FTC.
Newly Eligible People withMedicare
All ‐ Nationwide April 2018 ‐ ongoing
1Delaware, District of Columbia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia,West Virginia
Beginning May 2018
2Alaska, American Samoa, California,Guam, Hawaii, Northern MarianaIslands, Oregon
Beginning May 2018
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Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, North
Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota,Wisconsin
After June 2018
4 Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,New Hampshire, New Jersey, New
York, Rhode Island, Vermont After June 2018
5 Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North
Carolina, South Carolina After June 2018
6 Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana,Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Utah,
Washington, Wyoming After June 2018
7 Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,
Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, PuertoRico, Tennessee, Virgin Islands
After June 2018
WAVE ROLL OUT SCHEDULE STATES INCLUDED CARDS MAILING
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YOUR REPORTER SAYS
CALIFORNIA
Greetings from California! It sure
looks like another fantastic PCS Reunion
is in the works. Sure wish I could be there
but our big vacation was to Panama in
early May. Have a wonderful reunion!
Wherever your travels take you this year,
be safe!
Nola Swain-Boyer (CHS'75) of
Sacramento, sent this update about her
son, Nicklas Swain-Boyer. Nola is pic-
tured here with her husband, Rich, and son Nick.
Nick is on the USA Eagles Seven's Rugby Team and was
playing in the HSBC World Sevens Rugby Series, held in
Vancouver, Canada in mid-March. The Eagles played three
games per day against the top 18 ranked teams in the world.
Between games, Nick found his parents in the stands among
the 35,000 fans in attendance! The USA played the Republic
of South Africa (ranked #1) for the 3rd and 4th places in this
series. The USA won the series the week prior in Las Vegas,
Nev. Nick played the entire game against South Africa, in
which South Africa was victorious. It was an amazing expe-
rience for Nick and his parents, and they met some of the
South African players after the match, later that evening. BC
Place, where the series was played, is an amazing venue and
the Canadians put on a great party!
I would like to share that my twin brother, Jerry Ridge(BHS'74) got married for the first time (at age 61!) to a sweet,
beautiful woman Mimi on February 17.
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ARIZONADiane French (623) 546-8624
ARKANSASLynn Harp (479) 271-8055
CALIFORNIAJoanie Ridge McCoy (916) 759-5962
FLORIDA Central Debby Beall Bandy (386) 334-8773
FLORIDA North CentralEdwin Armbruster (850) 897-1330
FLORIDA Pensacola Barbara Vose-Kulig (850) 474-6341
FLORIDA Space CoastJanice Scott (321) 783-4316
FLORIDA Tallahassee Skip Rowley (850) 422-2151
FLORIDA Tampa Bay AreaLaura Kosik (727) 906-7015
GEORGIACarol (Tyson) Call (678) 910-8548
LOUISIANA / MISSISSIPPIPatt Foster Roberson (225) 774-7761 [email protected]
MIDWESTEstela Hammond (630) 355-1011
NORTH CAROLINAPatricia Hunt (828) 696-3995
NORTHWESTJim & Clover Duffus (541) 490-1682
OKLAHOMALaura Burns Redemann (918) 605-2334
PANAMAVicki Sizemore (011) 507-315-0806
SOUTH CAROLINAGeorge Garcia (864) 801-2072
TEXASValerie Krueger (512) 576-6641
VIRGINIARick Howe (856) 905-9260
REPORTER-AT-LARGELinda Morris
Joanie (Ridge)McCoy
Nick Swain-Boyer, Nola and Rich Swain-Boyer Mimi and Jerry Ridge
Jerry and Mimi are very happy and living in Hayward.
Jerry is a Mechanical Engineer for a company contracted by
NASA. He is the Safety Director for many projects on the
space shuttles. Jerry didn’t get to graduate from BHS as our
parents moved to the U.S. just before his senior year.
Fortunately for me, I had failed 6th grade at St. Mary’s so I
spent my junior year in Ohio and coerced my dad to let me go
back to the Canal Zone for my senior year! I was one happy
camper! I wish Jerry and Mimi many years of health and hap-
piness!
I would so appreciate your news, which you are welcome
to send me any time for the following issue of this Record.
Joanie (Ridge) McCoy, Reporter
(916) 759-5962
Email: [email protected]
FLORIDA
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Would someone please tell me
where time goes. I want to go there
and get some. I’m hoping there is
some time to spare in Ecuador. That’s
where I’m headed next. Wait, that’s
not quite accurate.
This month (a blink-of-an-eye ago
as you read this) a group of ladies
from the Balboa Class of 1972 will be
uniting in Mississippi for a long Chicas Weekend, our annual
event. Terry Stanley Truitt and her husband Mike Truitt(both BHS’72) will have us to their fabulous home again.
Mike is a very patient and sweet man. If he were not, he
would surely split. But, he will put on a bold front and toler-
ate, Debbie Grant Wallace, Alice O’Neal Grove, PriscillaLandrum Reed, Evelyn Foster Dishong, Sue JacksonManion, Estela Aguirre Hammond, Dottie (Coleman)Whitlow-Malin, Sherry Herrera De Frey, Kathy O'Brienplus me, Debby Beall Bandy. We’ll come from Georgia,
Florida, Illinois, Virginia, Arizona, and Texas. (Only one of
our beloved Chicas group will not be able to join us this year;
Maureen Husum, who now lives in California. We’ll toast
her while we miss her.)
There will be much laughter, hours of reminiscing with
good food and drink – Panama coffee in the morning and rum
drinks at night. Terry will make a big pot of sancocho and
we’ll all be transported back to our teen years that were only
three blinks-of-an-eye ago. There is nothing like reuniting
with close and dear friends who share our Canal Zone roots.
Then, I go to Ecuador in May. This will be an investigato-
ry trip to ascertain our next-steps for moving there. More to
come on that topic in the next Record.
Pam Crowell (BHS'71) travel to Panama with SandraChesson Lester (BHS'70) in February. Hopefully she will be
able to share pictures and details about her trip in the near
future.
Judy Stuart recently celebrated her 89th birthday at
Stonewood in Ormond Beach with daughter Janet Stuart(BHS'67), Bebe Homles Daniel (BHS'68) and Bebe's grand-
daughter Skyler.
Janet Stuart celebrated her birthday in March with
daughter Lindsay Willingham, bestie Bebe Holmes Daniel,
Jacque Vowell (BHS'70) and several friends on an inter-
coastal river cruise. Dinner was excellent! It was a delightful
way to spend a couple of hours with friends.
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Back (L-R): Dottie (Coleman) Whitlow-Malin, Evelyn(Foster) Dishong, Debby Beall Bandy, Priscilla LandrumReed. Front: Sue Jackson Manion, Terry Stanley Truittand Estela Aguirre Hammond.
Judy Stuart, Skylar, and Bebe (Holmes) Daniel.
L-R: Bebe (Holmes) Daniel, Lindsay Willingham, BeverlyCondrell, Janet Stuart and Jacque (Crowell) Vowell.
Debby Beall Bandy
Jacque writes; My dear friend Rupert S. Turner(BHS'66) has passed away from cancer. He was a gentle soul.
He was a talented artist and loved playing his guitar. Rupert
taught my son Kye, and even me, how to play. Surfing was
his nirvana – his perfect happiness. He was very patriotic and
proud of his Curundu roots. I was grateful to be able to spend
time with Rupert. I want to personally thank Johnny Kimble,Betty Berg, Cassie Lane, Russell LeFrente, and NelsonBarrero for the support given to Rupert. Forgive me if I have
forgotten anyone. I also want to thank Rupert's many friends
and classmates for the numerous emails, phone calls, and
shared memories. I related each correspondence to him sev-
eral times during his last few days.
A small group of friends and old surfer buddies got
together for a celebration of life for Rupert at one of his
favorite restaurants. The memories were flying! Attending
were: Brenda Furlong, Russell LeFrente, Noreen Hanson,Rae Donaldson, Ted and Mel (Little) Henter, Paul Smith,Lynn (Little) and Butch Nehring, Steve Nehring, Sue(Little) Nolan, Emylie Henter, John Disharoon, ColleenO'Connor and me. I am sorry if I missed anyone.
I am sad to learn of the passing of Roberta Evans(BHS’64). Ro was a vibrant spirit who was always upbeat
with a wonderful sense of humor. Her ashes will be scattered
in Panama.
Rudy Crespo and husband Joe Wyatt recently moved
into a new home in Orlando. Jacque enjoyed a week of dog
and house-sitting for Rudy and Joe, and she enjoyed their
pool. She is anxious to see the house once all the moving
boxes have been emptied and removed.
As always, I’m looking forward to the Reunion and will
once again host the Curundu Clubhouse. It’s heartwarming
how we love to hang with the old ‘hood year after year. Per
usual, we will mourn our departed “maleantes,” but we will
celebrate our brother/sisterhood like no one else. I’m so
blessed to have lived in the neighborhood that many of you
were probably banned from visiting (except to go to CJHS).
The fact is, borne out by our continued affinity, that we were,
and remain, a very close group with our own unique history
within the Zone’s unique history. I’m going to write about
that someday.
Please make note of my new email addresses;
[email protected] [email protected].
I’ve been a loyal subscriber to AOL for twenty years so
they have enough of my money. I’m “pulling the chute” and
bailing out of that old relic. Gmail is much hipper. My classic
1950s name gives away my age, but I’ll be damned if I’ll be
perceived as anything less than hip!
See you in Orlando soon.
Debby Beall Bandy, Reporter
(386) 334-8773Email: [email protected]
NORTH CENTRAL
Ed and Jean Armbruster moved
to the Oak Run community in Ocala
West last November. Ed is now the
reporter for the Ocala Area. Ed will
be teaching classes in local communi-
ty titled “Panama’s exciting history
including building and maintaining
the Panama Canal and International
Travel and Cruising.”
Dr. Judy (Armbruster) Haisten, (BHS'77) received The
Florida State College Teacher of the year award for
International Language. She is the Spanish Language
Professor at the Florida Central State College in Ocala. She
and husband Phil live in Summerfield.
A Zonian Happy Hour get-together was held in Ocala on
March 15 at the Napoli Restaurant on College Road. The piz-
zas were made in the traditional Napoli way and were enjoyed
by all. Those attending were Coach Ken Anderson, BettyBlanchette, Penny and Vincent Canamas, Syd Corbett,Dianne and Jerry Cox, Judy and Dwight Fields, Phil and
Judy Armbruster Haisten, Ed and Jean Armbruster, Carland Marian Sheperd, Barbara Seton, Leo and GraceShadeck, Dale Stevens, Tom and Marsha Wheatly.
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Friends celebrating Rupert
Dr. Judy (Armbruster) Haisten
Ed Armbruster
Future Ocala gatherings will be every six weeks and be
held at the same location, the Napoli Restaurant. To get on
the mailing list to be notified, contact Ed at 352-282-3330 or
email [email protected].
Ed Armbruster, Reporter
(352) 282-3330
Email: [email protected]
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Tom Wheatley and Barbara Seton
Dale Stevens, Ken Anderson, and Syd Corbett
Dwight Fields and Judy Fields
Penny and Vicent Cañamas
Jean Armbruster, Carl Sheperd, Marian Sheperd, andBetty Blanchette.
Jerry and Dianne Cox and Phil and Judy Haisten
Grace and Leo Shadeck
CONGRATULATIONS TO ANN O’NEAL, WINNER OF THEEARLY REUNION REGISTRATION DRAWING HELD ATCARNAVALITO IN FEBRUARY. SHE WON TWO FREE NIGHTSAT THE WORLD CENTER MARROTT AT THE 2018 ANNUALREUNION.
PENSACOLA
In January the weather in
Pensacola was really crazy, to say
the least – almost like last year.
Snow was everywhere, schools had
to close because of the icy conditions
of the roads and they were advising
people who didn’t have to be out to
stay home. As I write this article it’s
April and we’re still having temper-
atures in the 40’s in the daytime and
at night sometimes in the 30’s. Some parts of the U.S. are still
experiencing lots of snow! It’s been the second worst weather
since I moved here in 1994. I hope we never have it like this
again. I love the cold, but this is ridiculous for Florida!
This year Ash Wednesday landed on Valentine's Day.
Since Dawn was out of town with her Dad, Bob, Isabella,Bobby and I went to church for ashes and enjoyed a delicious
Valentine's Day pizza dinner at Tuscan Oven. I just love that
place! It reminds me of the Napoli’s pizza in Panama because
the pizzas are cooked in the open ovens just like back home!
This year I was asked by a friend to help out at a Senior
Center here by baking their birthday cakes. I decided to
change it around and make them individual cupcakes with a
separate special mini cake for the birthday senior. It’s going
over very well and they seem to enjoy my baking. They select
the flavor of cake and I make whatever they request – Lemon
has been the favorite so far! It really makes me feel good
inside helping them celebrate their special day.
In January, my son Robert received his 4th degree in the
Knights of Columbus. A celebration of the ceremony was
held at St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church in Gulf Breeze, Fla.
It’s quite an achievement for such a young man. We are so
proud of him!
My grandson, Jonathan (JT) was recently accepted at the
University of West Florida (UWF) in Pensacola and will start
in the Fall. He’ll be going into the Computer Science
Program. He is looking forward to the active and lively cam-
pus life that UWF has to offer. My grandson, Shane finally
moved from an apartment to a house and he just loves it. The
decision to take a job at Burlington was the best move for him
and he is so content with it. This month we’re planning to
travel to Louisiana to visit for a few days. Shane asked to
make sure Grandma’s Arroz Con Pollo and Panama Red
Sauce with Chicken were packed in the car before we take off
on our trip! I hope to get some great photos for my next article
while we’re there.
Liz (Carteret) Potts (BHS'76) met up with several class-
mates in Jacksonville to celebrate their 60th birthdays. They
had a blast as several Zonians got together to form a band for
their entertainment. More on this to come in my next article.
In March, my grandson Bobby traveled to Orlando to rep-
resent Tate High School in a Spanish Language competition.
He came home with some ribbons under his belt. He really
excels in the language and loves learning our beautiful second
language. I enjoy speaking to him in Spanish. Keith and I
used to speak it every day and I really miss that!
We celebrated Easter for the first time since Keith passed
away. It was always hard to celebrate the day he loved so
much without him. The whole family went to Easter Vigil at
Sacred Heart Cathedral the night before, then we had dessert
and coffee at Village Inn until the late hour of midnight. It’s
amazing how much there is to talk about when the whole fam-
ily gets together! I stayed up until 5 a.m. on Easter morning
finishing the Easter baskets for everyone (I baked tons of
goodies). By 10 a.m. Easter morning we gathered again to
celebrate with brunch at Cracker Barrel. It really felt great
celebrating with the whole family and it felt like Keith was
right there with us every moment!
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Knights of Columbus Ceremony. Third from left is RobertVose with his fellow knights.
Spanish-Language Competition in Orlando. Second fromright in second row, Bobby Vose with classmates
Barbara (Hall) Vose-Kulig
Barbara (Hall) Vose-Kulig
The Dedeaux family celebrated Easter early at Sonya(Dedeaux) Sigmond’s house while they had the boys. Deb
made dinner and they had an Easter Egg Hunt. Adin found the
golden egg with cash inside and they played an Easter version
of cornhole where Ethan won the prize. They all had a great
time.
My Mom, Lucille (Lyew) Hall (CHS'34) has reached
another milestone. In February she celebrated her 101 birth-
day! Happy Birthday, Mom!
I had a long telephone chat with Deb Dedeaux recently.
Our lives are so busy we never get to talk. I truly enjoy talking
to her and we somehow always connect in a good way. She’s
an amazing person.
My grandson Bobby will become a senior at Tate High
School and granddaughter Isabella will become a freshman at
Tate High School. My grandchildren are amazing and are so
accomplished and are all honor students. I don’t feel like an
“old” grandma, just a proud “young” one!
We’re looking forward to the Reunion this year. It’ll be
my first since Keith and I went in 2015. I am looking forward
to a mini-reunion with part of the family; me, Butch, Darla,
and Robert. It’ll be good to see lots of my friends again. I’ve
already spoken to Nancy Van Siclen and Betty LeDoux and
can’t wait to see them. I finally met Kathy Malin (Office
Manager) for the first time over the phone and am looking
forward to meeting her in person. I used to work in the same
building as her mom at the Courthouse in Balboa. I was a
Legal Technician for General Consul’s Office and she worked
for the Department of Justice so we saw each other every day.
I hope to see everyone there. If you have any news for my
next article, no matter how small, please call, e-mail, or send
by snail mail. Hasta Luego!
Barbara (Hall) Vose-Kulig, Reporter
(850) 474-6341
Email: [email protected]
SPACE COAST
Many of you, Zonians like I, may
have purchased, looked through
and/or enjoyed revisiting recipes
since it was announce that this cook-
book is being considered for an inter-
national cook book award. It is really
convenient to access it on the
University of Florida Smathers
Library digital website and I encour-
age you to do so if you haven’t yet. It
is a very nice trip down memory lane, not just for the tantaliz-
ing recipes, but seeing familiar names and recalling those who
contributed their favorites. Just a quick warning; do not
search for ‘cookbook’ like I did, as the operative word is
NOT cookbook; it’s cuisine - “Opening the Gates to CanalCuisine.”
Ceviche (seviche) and Johnny Mazzetti are clearly the
front-runners and deserve a special award for the most vari-
ety of the same recipes. Reading about Johnny, I recalled my
teenage travels in the summer of 1958 when jet travel first
began across the Atlantic Ocean to Europe. About 40-
Isthmian residents were on that whirlwind two-month
Fidanque Travel tour of twelve countries; my grandmother,
Jessie Grimison, who was the eldest at eighty-ish, and, I, the
youngest was thirteen, her aide de camp. That’s how the
Panama Canal Review described it.
Italy. It was a surprise for me to learn that Italians weren’t
eating pizza on every corner, and the mention of pizza I
learned engendered a predictable response about the town of
Pisa with its historical leaning tower. Based on my early
Italian pizza experience I conclude that 'JMazzetti, mazzoti,
etc., the loved pasta casserole present at all Zonian gatherings
isn’t an ‘old Italian’ favorite eaten by Italians across Italy,
with the exception of pasta, tomato sauce, and adding an 'i' to
the end of it’s name giving it an Italian flare, does not make it
so. It is doubtful Italians have ever cooked with Arturo Sauce
unless a Zonian took a can in their suitcase, as it is very diffi-
cult to acquire throughout the U.S.
Ceviche (seviche), which ever is your preferred spelling is
delicious, and Zonians never get enough of it. It is more
widely available across the Space Coast as Central and South
American restaurants open. I have eaten this dish all over the
world, including where ancient seafarers preserved it for trips
in their longboats from Hawaii to New Zealand.
If you’re trying to get someone to eat this delight for the
first time, the crux of the turn off is to refer to it as “raw fish
cooked in lime juice.” It is pickled seafood. Never make it
with fresh water fish or river shrimp, crayfish or any bloody
meat. Stick to seafood, fish, shrimp, conch etc. that do not
have the parasites in fresh water critters.
The ceviche recipe from Bob and Vicky Bokalis who I
hope are still an avid fishing couple, is more than measure-
ments, but brings back the memory of going to the Avenida
“B” fish market at the end of Salsipuedes. Their recipe calls
for “8-10 lbs. of snapper or grouper.” Good luck with that
here in the U.S. unless it’s frozen. It just isn’t the same.
There are some other recipes to try like Guacho, a very tasty
Caribbean dish of rice and beans.
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HAPPY HOUR IN THE REUNION CLUB HOUSE
THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 4:00 – 5:00 P.M.
L-R: Ethan Sigmond, Barbara, Jon and Deb Dedeaux,Madison Hepler, Adin and Sonya Sigmond, Lila, Jack and
Crystal Hepler.
Janice Scott
NOTE: Warning - If you want the digital rendition to
OPENING THE GATES TO CANAL CUISINE the link is:
http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00032190/00002.
Janice Scott, Reporter
(321) 783-4316 Email: [email protected]
TAMPA BAY AREA
Hola, hope you enjoyed your
Spring! Summer is here, and you know
what that means? The Annual Reunion!
Hope to see you all there!
The Space Coast Group hosted the
2018 Carnavalito at the Radisson in
Cape Canaveral, Fla. Randy and I went
to this great event to see our friends and
dance to “Los Legendarios” and
Frances (Lindh) Morrissey (BHS'62).
The 2018 Good Life Games in Pinellas County, Fla. are
over and Gerry DeTore (CHS'59) once again came home
with a bucket load of medals. Gerry has been competing in
these Senior Games ever since he turned 55. The Good Life
Games are sanctioned by the State of Florida to qualify the
top five competitors to participate in the State of Florida
Senior Games. The winners in those games can then go on to
the National Games, formerly called the Senior Olympics.
Gerry has been a champion at all three of those levels. This
year Gerry competed in 21 events and won seven Gold, eight
Silver and four Bronze medals as well as All American status
for the second year in a row in the Weight Pentathlon compe-
tition (hammer, shot put, discus, javelin, and weight throw).
Gerry also attained All American status in Swimming a few
years back. Although an outstanding swimmer and baseball
player in the Canal Zone during his high school years, Gerry
didn’t compete again until he turned 55, except for one year
on an international shooting team while in the Air Force.
Always a good shooter since his days on the rifle range under
the girls’ gym at CHS, Gerry consistently brings home the
gold in rifle and pistol competition. Asked why he competes
he said, “Because I can, and I have to keep the family tradi-
tion alive.” Both his dad, Richard DeTore, an excellent
swimmer, golfer and shooter in the Canal Zone and at the
Good Life Games, and brother Charles DeTore, a CZ
decathlon champion were good at multiple sports. Gerry has
another reason to keep fit and keep competing; he wants to
live longer than his father who passed away in 2011 at the age
of 102. Congrats to all in the family!
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Frances (Lindh) Morrissey
Mike Coffey, Kelly Fenton, Mary Coffey Gerry DeTore
Laura Kosik
Paul Karst (BHS'72) and Margaret (Brown) Karst(BHS'76) had a fun trip to Panama in February. It was great
seeing their daughter and so many dear friends. They went to
the Boquete Jazz and Blues Festival and highly recommend
it!
Michael Sparling has worked hard and made huge
progress on his new home in Port Charlotte and has settled in.
Michael says that his daughter Leslie, celebrated her 18th
Birthday. His granddaughter Jacklyn, celebrated her 1st
Birthday. He went to Maryland for a family visit for two
weeks. He also went to Daytona Bike week in March. Had a
good time. His wife and children/granddaughters are all fine.
Leslie’s been accepted at several universities but is leaning
towards Washington & Lee in Virginia. Michael says: “Hi to
all my Zonian friends.”
The Hutchinson’s held a mini-reunion in February at the
Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. Lester and LaRueHutchinson, of Dothan Ala., met up with their children
David and Lupe Hutchinson of Sarasota, Fla., MarkHutchinson of Englewood, Fla., Eve (Hutchinson) Girouxof Santa Barbara, Calif., and Ann (Hutchinson) McAvoy of
Englewood, Fla. All had a good time!
Paul (Smitty) Smith opened his home to many Zonians
for a BBQ pig roast in St Pete. Randy Rios, Lynn (Little)and Butch Nehring, Steve and Alba Nehring, Terry Rios,David Hannigan, Suzanne (Little) Nolan, Debbie Dekle,Deb Foster, Barkley and Stephanie (Nellis) Hayes,Richard and Jeanine (Nellis) Frensley, Buddy Hutchings,Tom Engelke, Rae Donaldson, Rupert Turner, Jacque(Crowell) Vowell, John Disharoon, Noreen Hanson, KenHines, and several other Zonians I can’t remember.
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Paul Karst, Kelly Karst, Bobby Hylton, and MargaretKarst at Balboa Yacht Club.
(L-R): David, Lupe, Lester, Eve, LaRue, Mark, and AnnHutchinson.
Barkley Hayes and Paul (Smitty) Smith
? , Rae Donaldson and Rupert Turner
L-R: Sue (Little) Nolan, Debbie Dekle, Debbie Foster,Lynn (Little) Nehring and Laura Kosik.
THE SOCIETY OFFICE IN LUTZ WILL BE
CLOSED FROM FRIDAY, JUNE 22 THROUGH
TUESDAY, JULY 17.
Former Chairman of the Panama Canal Commission,
Robert McMillan, presented a power point presentation at
the Punta Gorda Woman’s club in Punta Gorda on March 26.
He discussed the transformation of Panama and the Panama
Canal. He touched on the early explorers, such as Christopher
Columbus, that came to Panama. He also talked about the his-
torical and strategic importance of the Canal. This would cer-
tainly be interesting to listen to!
Over the Easter weekend, Randy Rios and I enjoyed a
great time with Korbin and Mindy Fearon in Holopaw City
for camping. The property was 20,000 square acres, enough
to ride ATVs on trails and swim in creeks! It was so beautiful.
We enjoyed the outdoors, wowed by the moon and stars, and
experienced days that were hot and cool. (Winter wasn’t over
yet.)
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Noreen Hanson and Kenny Hines
John Disharoon and Laura Kosik
Alba Nehring, Jacque (Crowell) Vowell and Allegro(Woodruff) Rankin.
Randy Rios and Laura Kosik
Korbin and Mindy Fearon
Speaking of Easter, on Saturday, March 31, Patrick and
Nancy (Smith) Lincoln with son Malcolm hosted an Easter
party at their home for family and friends. Everyone enjoyed
Easter hunt, Easter egg toss, and confetti egg hunt which
resulted in everyone smashing the eggs on someone’s head.
There was plenty of food and desserts available for everyone.
It was a wonderful day and attended by Pat and CherishSmith, Isahia and Keegan Smith, Margot and HubertJordan, Mike and Debbie Smith, George Ateek, and
friends.
On Sunday, April 9, there were two fun-filled events in
the Bay area! There were several vendors that brought out
their best empanadas for the 1st Annual Empanada
Showdown for the National Empanada day. All the proceeds
went to the Tampa Humane Society. One of our own was in
the competition. Stephen Delano McFarlane (BHS'96)
from Stuft Gourmet Foods came in 3rd place out of 14 ven-
dors! Word spread wide via Facebook and there were lots of
Zonians there. Noemys McConnell, Jimmy and SelenaClingan, Lynn (Little) Nehring, Suzanne (Little) Dolan,
Brenda Furlong, Joseph Parra, Mary Geraci, Jean(Medinger) McGuire, Ruth (Solar) Brylski, Rick Barber,Bill and Peggy Huff, Hap and Beth Brandenburg, Gerry
DeTore, Maria (Gonzalez) Kaylor, Ted Kaufer, PeterFenochietti and Patty Fenochietti, and Kelly (Morris)Fenton. I am sure many more Zonians were there because
the place was packed with lots of people!
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Egg toss fun!
Nancy (Smith) and Patrick Lincoln
Mary Geraci and Laura Kosik
Stephen Delano McFarlane
Gary and Bliss (Morris) Huggins hosted a Zonian event
at their new Beachfront Bliss Villas. She gave tours, had a
pool party, and people got on her toys (surfing, kayaks, and
paddle boat) for the beach. We had a great time! Linda
Sherry, Mike Young, Andy and Maureen (Egger)Whitlock, Bill and Debbie (Egolf) Lane, Jim and Kelly(Cahill) Parthenais, Sheila Rose and David Little, LanceKlipper, John Morris, Kelly (Morris) Fenton, Dawn(Sutherland) Jones, Donna (Date) Smith, LynnHeddaeus, Cori (Morris) Wheeler, Annette Bloise, RogerO’Connor and Laurie O’Connor.
I have always said that Zonians are a dying breed. I am
grateful for the Canal Record as a forum for us to keep in
touch, locate friends and make new ones. If you want to let
everyone know what you did or where you are or where you
have been, or an event you attended for your family and
friends, email me!
Laura Kosik, Reporter
(727) 906-7015
Email: [email protected]
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L-R: Randy Rios, Noemys McConnell, Joseph Parra,Jimmy and Selena Clingan.
Lynn (Little) Nehring, Larry Ainsworth, Suzanne (Little)Nolan.
Randy Rios and Laura Kosik
Beth Brandenberg and Peggy Huff
(L-R) Back: Mike Young, Patricia Whitlock, AndyWhitlock, Bill Lane, Debbie (Egolf) Lane, Kelly (Cahill)Parthenais, Jim Parthenais, David Little, Sheila Rose,Linda Sherry, Lance Klipper, John Morris. Front: Mrs
Klipper, Maureen (Egger) Whitlock, Donna (Date) Smith,Lynn Heddeaus, Cori (Morris) Wheeler, Bliss (Morris)Huggins, Annette Bloise. Sitting in front: Roger O'Connor.
GEORGIA
Welcome to Georgia, Jim(BHS'73) and Mary (BHS'76)
Young! We are so glad you are here
and home! Although Jim and Mary
live near Griffen, Ga, they spend a
lot of time in Alpharetta, Ga. with
their grandchild. More stories to fol-
low
Happy Birthday to Rush Barons(BHS'76)! His wife Dixie Barons(BHS'76) was hostess to another
amazing party! The theme for this
one was the 70s. Since 70s clothing
is recirculating, there was no trouble getting dressed for the
birthday bash! It was so much fun to see attendees JimYoung (BHS'73), Mary Young (BHS'76), Cheryl and PatWilliams (BHS'75). Thank you to Cheryl Williams for an
amazing birthday cake. Missed photo ops for Mrs. Allen,
plus Dixie and Rush's daughter and son-in-law.
Kim Graham Everett, CHS'75, (she moved before grad-
uation), lives in S.C. Kim is planning another outing to My
Grandma's Empanadas in Macon, Ga. Please watch for
Kim's post on Panama Canal Society Facebook page. The
food will take you right back in time!
In search of culantro. I was lucky to visit with ArabiaGreer (BHS'75) when I attended Carnavalito in Florida. I
just missed the latest shipment of culantro at her local plant
store in Cocoa Beach. I have been searching for culantro on
and off since February, as the warm weather has been elusive.
I made a trip to the Garden Expo of North Georgia last week-
end in search of a batch. For those who need their culantro
fix when Publix or your local grocery store is out, you should
see it in North Ga. farmer's markets by mid-June. The weath-
er is not cooperating with many things this year - culantro
being one.
Carol (Tyson) Call, Reporter
(678) 910-8548
Email: [email protected]
LOUISIANA
This reporter is working on a
piece about “under the house.” Most
folks in the States have no idea what
that means. Houses here are usually on
slabs. If they are elevated, there’s only
a dirt crawl space with room for a stray
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Carol (Tyson) Call
Rush Barons as Elvis
(L-R) Back: Pat Williams, Jim Young, Mary Young,Cheryl (Allen) Williams, Carol (Tyson) Call, Rush Barons.Front: Dixie (Allen) Barons.
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dog or litter of kittens or junk. Well, Zonians have a whole
culture of “under the house,” before residential slabs were
introduced.
My family arrived and moved into a 12-family in Diablo.
Under the house was red dirt, great for making mud pies,
playing war with toy soldiers or making roads with toy dump
trucks and getting dirty. That red dirt never came out of
clothes.
There was space to park one car per apartment. A second
car might be parked in the space for an empty apartment or in
the driveway behind the first car.
There were washtubs big enough to sit in. Clotheslines
under the house were necessary for use in rainy season. In dry
season, we used the clothesline in the yard. I don’t think any-
one had a clothes dryer then. My father put up a swing which
my mother soon cut down because the kids fought over it. I
had parakeets in a cage under the house. A neighbor bad boy
flushed one of them down the toilet. I cried and cried and
wanted to kill him.
There were maids’ quarters, a toilet and shower so they
could change into work clothes, later shower and then change
back into street clothes to go home.
I remember a sandbag bomb shelter under the house that
we climbed on. The top row of sandbags did not reach the
underside of the floor above so you could crawl all the way
around the shelter. When concrete was poured, we jumped
rope, played hop scotch and jacks. My father built wooden
Adirondack chairs for under the house where ladies rested
and gossiped. It may be that some boys used the maids quar-
ters to hide Christmas trees before the big burn. I do remem-
ber one Halloween the boys pulled the electric switch that
turned off all the lights in the 12 family. What a ruckus that
caused, much to their delight.
What’s your story about “under the house?”
Patt Foster Roberson, Reporter
(225) 774-7761
Email: [email protected]
MIDWEST
Greetings from the Midwest. It is
officially spring, but we keep getting
cold weather reminders that winter
does not want to leave. We know
sunny days and mild weather are
ahead of us and we will enjoy those
beautiful days of the Midwest spring
weather.
I heard from Clemente Aseron,Jr. (BHS nifty class of 50) has some
news to pass on. He retired in 2015
from the position as Associate Director of Liturgy at a subur-
ban Chicago Roman Catholic Church. He says, "Just now
I’m in the end stages of preparing my former house to sell this
spring. Needless to say that with each day getting lengthier,
spring is knocking more insistently (Hooray). If the various
parts of my planning dovetail nicely I’ll make it in time to
gain the advantage of having the house listed for maximum
exposure. Rather mundane stuff but it sure keeps me hopping.
My five adult children are spread from the extremes of the
coasts, one west, and one east, one in South Dakota, one in
Chicagoland area and one in the Netherlands. My email
address remains the same."
On February 2nd, 2018, my husband GilbertHammond and this reporter, Estela Hammond (BHS'72)
saw Mark Nelson (BHS'75) and his wife Anna Kong at his
art showing, at Gallery 1904 in Aurora, Ill. Mark is a recently
retired art teacher from Chicago Public schools and owner of
the Gringolandia Studio in Chicago. He now has time to
show his artwork he has done over the years at different art
galleries. This showing he had eleven big canvases there with
different social themes and hidden object references to
Panama and the Canal Zone. Estela and Gilbert enjoyed the
impressive artwork on big 8 ft. by 8 ft. canvas - where up
close they could see items like Balboa coins, Balboa head
many times, the PC mule, bridge and other references.
In April, Mark Nelson had a showcase at Prospectus
Gallery, in Chicago. In this collection of paintings and prints,
Nelson has created an array of works on the subject of music.
These works express spontaneity, humor, seduction and per-
sonal memory through Nelson's use of the vibrant colors of
his past, the parody of our times and the beauty of music.
Mark Nelson has been a resident of Chicago since 1984
where he arrived from the Panama Canal Zone, Republic of
Panama to attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
His work was shaped by his roots as an “extranjero” residing
from adolescence into adulthood in Panama where the "land
divided and the world united."
I heard from Debbie Sanderfield Farrow (BHS'76) who
got away from her home in Washington, Iowa this past winter
to visit Australia. She spent time with her daughter StephanieVercoe and her family. Her visit was from December 2017
through February 2018, during the ideal summertime weather
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Estela Hammond
Gallery 1904: Gilbert Hammond, Mark Nelson, and EstelaHammond
down under in Australia. She made lots of memories with her
daughter Stephanie, her son-in-law, grandkids Stephanie, and
Payton, numerous friends, and extended family. During her
visit, she went to the beach, outdoor picnics, countryside and
sightseeing in Sydney, Perth, Balmoral Beach, and New
Wales. Besides Panama, what a great place to avoid the cold,
spend the holidays and catch up with the family.
The 2018 New Year has started out very busy for SheilaWebb Tucker (BHS'74) and her husband Rick Tucker. In
January, they took a trip to Hawaii with friends Helen Calvit(BHS'74) and Rhonda Wardlaw. While there, they met up
with BHS classmate Drew Waddell (BHS'74) and his
wife Jo Anne.
In February, BHS'74 classmates Sheila Webb Tucker,
Denise Bullinger Will, Helen Calvit, and first-timer to
Panama, Rhonda Wardlaw, had a fantastic time in
Panama. Lynne Hooper Wolff (BHS'74) hosted them at her
lovely home in La Boca and joined them on their adven-
ture. Thanks to Gloria Dahlstrom Potocek (BHS'74), who
organized the whole trip and all the sights taken in. This
BHS'74 group visited the beach in Rio Hato, El Valle,
Panama City and old stomping grounds within the former
Canal Zone. They ate the typical dishes of Panama and did a
lot of shopping. Sheila said that aside from visiting familiar
places, reconnecting with old friends was the highlight of the
trip.
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Debbie Sanderfield Farrow and Stephanie Vercoe
Debbie Sanderfield Farrow's grandkids Stephanie Vercoeand Payton Vercoe.
Drew Waddell, Helen Calvit and Sheila Tucker
Napoli restaurant (L-R): Rhonda Wardlaw, Helen Calvit,Lynn Hooper Wolff, Gloria Dahlstrom Potoscek, DeniseBullinger Will.
(L-R): Denise Bullinger Will, Gloria Dahlstrom Potocek,Darien Snavely, Sheila Webb Tucker, John Snavely.
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March was another busy month as Sheila and Rick Tucker
sold their home in Aurora, Illinois. They are busying packing
and getting ready to move to Huntersville, N.C. on April 20.
They are looking forward to the lower taxes and nicer weath-
er.
This March, my husband Gilbert Hammond and this
reporter, Estela Hammond went on a lovely family four-day
Disney cruise with my daughter Valerie Dozono, her hus-
band, Ricardo Dozono, two granddaughters Vivian (8 years
old) and Mariana (1 year old) and son Vincent Hammond,
wife Jenny, and granddaughter Elizabeth (5 years old).
Gilbert and I have taken cruises before but this time our fam-
ily wanted to go with us. Our granddaughters were able to go
to playrooms for their ages while adults could relax. In the
evening, we all got together for dinner time and the
shows. This reminded me of the cruises we had on the
Cristobal ship, whereas kids we found friends to hang around
with on the ship and then got together for dinner with our par-
ents.
Rick and Sheila Webb Tucker celebrated their grandchil-
dren’s 1st and 4th birthday with family and friends.
Whew, I had a lot of news to report this time. I would also
like to hear from more of the PCS Midwest members. Please,
send me any news, or updates and I will be glad to include it
in the next report.
Estela Hammond, Reporter
(630) 355-1011
Email: [email protected]
MISSISSIPPI
Mike and Terry Truett of
Diamondhead went to Panama in March
and took in the spectacular annual
Boquete Jazz & Blues Festival. A
BHS’72 classmate, John Carney, was a
featured performer. The Truetts enjoyed
the company of many Zonian friends,
including Dottie (Coleman) Whitlowand Ed Malin, Jim and Karen Mullins,Cookie Newlon and David Teller.
Unfortunately Alma was partly cut out of
original photograph.
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Gilbert and Estela Hammond with granddaughters,
Mariana, Elizabeth and Vivian.
L-R: Rick Tucker, Lucas, William, Jessica Smith and
Kathleen Snyder and Sheila Webb Tucker.
Patt FosterRoberson
L-R: Alma Powell, James Powell, Karin Carney, JohnCarney, Mike Truett, Terry Truett. Back: Ed Malin.
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ORCALL THE SOCIETY OFFICE (813) 949‑6699.
An Embera Indian took the Truetts by canoe to his village
where the Indians danced, explained their lifestyle and pre-
pared a delicious meal. Later they visited the San Blas
Islands, ate lobster and fish and bought a few molas.
Another highlight was staying at Seagull Cove Resort in
Boca Chica for two days. The beach was fantastic. One
evening they took a sunset cruise and got to see dolphins at
play. They listened to John Carney play his guitar and enjoyed
a Panamanian dinner.
They called the new museum In Panama Viejo “a must
see,” and, of course, they had to go to Napoli for pizza and
clams. They also toured where they had lived through the
years in the Panama Canal Zone.
Patt Foster Roberson, Reporter
(225) 774-7761
Email: [email protected]
NORTH CAROLINA
Greetings from North Carolina.
I’m hoping winter is over by the time
you are reading this! There was a
time when I loved snow and cold
weather. Now I hate that white stuff.
On to the news. The Nowotny’s
had a family get together in March,
unfortunately, it was because Willyhad a heart attack and had a pacemak-
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Napoli (L-R): Mike Truett, Jim Mullins, Karen Mullins,Rhonda McCollum-Randall, Dennis Randall, CookieNewlon, Terry Stanley Truett.
Heading to the Embera village
Dottie (Coleman) Whitlow-Malin and Ed Malin
Relaxing in the sun and enjoying the tropical breeze.
Pat Hunt
THE SOCIETY OFFICE IN LUTZ WILL BE
CLOSED FROM FRIDAY, JUNE 22THROUGH
TUESDAY, JULY 17.
er put in. All of the children came – Willy and Ana from San
Jose, Calif., Terri from Huntsville, Texas, Linda and Emiliofrom Guantanamo Bay, Gerald and Adrienne from
Connecticut. Willy is home making great progress and son
Willy and Ana stayed for Easter. For heaven’s sake Willy, if
you wanted a family reunion you could have picked an easier
way. Wilma wrote on the note to me saying “ I can’t begin
to tell you how many friends have called to check on Willy. It
was overwhelming and every call was dear to us.”
I had dinner with Jean and Malcolm Stone and Nickyand Ty Erickson at a neat restaurant in Asheville. They get
together once a month at a different restaurant in the area and
now I have joined the group. We had a great time.
Lisa Hunt Johnson came over and we drove to Atlanta to
see Terri, Brian and Michael Watkins for spring break –
really to do some power shopping. Just kidding Terri.
Laurie and Sam Trinca celebrated Easter with their son
Zach and daughter-in-law Kayla and their son Justin and
girlfriend Faby.
I received some very sad news from Father Kane that
Father Francis Lynch had passed away. He was in the
priest’s retirement home in Philadelphia where Father Kane
and Father Skidmore are living. (See photo in the looking
back section). Father Lynch was the priest at Sacred Heart
Chapel where I was the organist for twenty-five years.
Guess that’s it for this time – remember my motto – if you
don’t send me your news I’ll make something up. Until next
time.
Pat Hunt, Reporter
(828) 696-3995
Email: [email protected]
NORTHWEST
On Friday, July 20th, Jim Shobewill host an evening potluck dinner
at his home. Drop Jim and Cloveran email at [email protected] if you desire additional
details.
NorthWest Canal Society mem-
bers will once more gather for their
annual summer picnic in Gig
Harbor, Wash. on July 21st. The
picnic will start at about 10:00 AM
and continue until about 3:00 p.m.
at the Crescent Creek Park. Everyone is encouraged to bring
their own picnic lunch.
In addition if you have any Panama Canal memorabilia
that you would like to donate there will be a raffle and auction
to raise money for worthy charities and help defer the cost of
the picnic.
In celebration of my dad James Duffus’ birthday, I wanted
to share some pictures from the past.
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Clover and JimDuffus
James N. Duffus climbing a coconut tree in Rodman back in
the late 1950s.
James Duffus enjoying a cool drink from a coconut
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Jim and Clover Duffus, Reporters(541) 490-1682
Email: [email protected]
OKLAHOMA
Greetings from Oklahoma!
Jackie (Gregory) Abels(BHS'79) enjoyed a visit from sons
Leland and Koby in Tulsa, Okla.,
during Winter Break. Koby attends
the University of South Carolina in
Columbia, S.C., and Leland has
recently moved to San Francisco.
Our Oklahoma group has missed
Jackie since she moved back to
Corpus Christi in February. In
Jackie’s words, she is thrilled to be
returning to one of her favorite
places in the world. We hope to see her again soon, as she still
owns a condo in Tulsa, so she will return from time to time.
I have recently been in contact with Bill Hogan (CHS'59)
who moved back to Oklahoma in 2016. He left Tulsa in 1952
when his father transferred to the Cristobal Post Office. He
graduated the last year the New Cristobal High School was
used, and before the town of New Cristobal was given to
Panama (Colon). Bill and wife Catherine were married in
1976, and went to Hawaii for their honeymoon, and ended up
staying three years! They have returned to Hawaii every ten
years since their first stay, although they were unable to go
there in 2016, as they were in the middle of moving from St.
Louis to Tulsa. We hope Bill and Catherine will be able to
attend one of our bi-annual picnics soon.
Carol (Townsend) Wright (BHS'70) and husband Davidspend their winters at their permanent home in Oklahoma
City. However, during the months of April through October,
they can be found in Cloudcroft, N.M., at their part-time
home in the mountains. They like to escape to a cooler cli-
mate to avoid Oklahoma’s Tornado season and hot summers.
They have two places in Cloud Country West RV Park, and
they live in the larger, newer mobile home. The smaller, older
Park Model is their guest house and is available for visiting
family and friends. Danny Cretaro (BHS'70) and wife Jennyvisited Carol and David last year and have plans for returning
again this year. If you find yourself in the Cloudcroft or
Ruidoso area and wish to visit, Carol says to send her a pri-
vate message via Messenger.
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Jim Duffus enjoying eating fresh coconut meat
Laura (Burns)Redemann
Leland Abels, Jackie Gregory Abels, and Koby Abels
Carol (Townsend) Wright at “Rancho Wright”
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George and Linda (Huff) Dany are proud of daughter
Danielle (Dany) Palm who was the tournament director for
the annual PitMasters Golf Tournament. Rib Crib BBQ and
Grill presented a check for $105,000 to five local Tulsa char-
ity organizations, from the funds raised in the 2017
PitMasters Golf Tournament.
Bill and Teresa Keller, of Woodward, Okla., report that
daughter Kimberly Keller and granddaughters Ellie and
Evelyn are performing in a local, live production of the
“Beauty and the Beast” musical. Kimberly is playing the lead
role of Belle, and the girls are in a couple of scenes as extras.
Their grandson William “Jayce” Keller will be graduating
from the University of Utah, on May 3, 2018, and his major
is in Graphic Design.
Bill and Teresa’s four sons met for a brothers’ hunting trip
at a hunting lodge near San Antonio, Texas, and had a great
time. The brothers have not been together since March 2003.
They said they enjoyed it so much that they plan to make it an
annual event.
Paulino and Julia Allande enjoyed a trip to Panama in
November 2017, taking along Julia’s mother ElizabethMercier. Julia’s mother is a young 94 years of age, and
Elizabeth had not been back to Panama since 1974. While in
Panama, they stayed for a week with Julia’s brother JohnMercier up the hill from Santa Clara. Julia and her family
lived in Curundu from August 1967 until January 1972.
In January, Laura (Burns) Redemann, husband Mike,
and daughter Cheyenne treated Laura’s brother Scott Burnsto a Sunday brunch at the La Villa Restaurant in the Philbrook
Museum of Art in Tulsa. The occasion was to celebrate
Scott’s birthday. The group enjoyed the food and the view.
The next gathering of the Oklahoma folks will be the first
Saturday in October in Tulsa, at the home of Julia and Paulino
Allande. Please see this reporter for more information.
Laura (Burns) Redemann, Reporter
918.605.2334
Email: [email protected]
PANAMA
According to the Panama Canal
Authority, Panama Canal will dis-
mantle the Miraflores rotating bridge
which is not in use. The Panama
Canal has developed a plan to dis-
mantle the old Miraflores revolving
bridge, which has been in use for
more than 20 years and ceased to be
functional with the construction of
the new Cocolí locks in June 2016.
The function of the bridge, built in
1942 for the internal operations of the
interoceanic highway, ceased to be useful with the island cre-
ated by the Cocolí locks that interrupted the direct connection
between the east and west banks of the Canal.
The Shorty&Slim band had the honor to play at the 2018
Ocean-to-Ocean Cayuco Race Awards ceremony on March
25, 2018 at the former Valent Recreation Center in Clayton.
The place was packed and the event was highlighted by an
Induction Ceremony for some very special people into the
Cayuco Hall of Fame. The first ever inductee, Johnny Bates,
made the presentations of this second round of inductees,
whose names are synonymous with this one-of-kind race:
Pablo and Marissa Prieto, Jay and Llori Gibson, and Ralph
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Danielle (Dany) Palm is ourth from left
New Atlantic Locks (L-R) Front: Elizabeth Mercier and
Carrie Marie Mercier. Back: John Mercier, DemarisBethancourt, Julia Mercier Allande, and Paulino Allande.
Mike Redemann, Laura Burns Redemann, Scott Burns,and Cheyenne Redemann.
Vicki Sizemore
Furlong. What an excellent list!! Shorty&Slim also debuted
the music video by Blair Bates called "No Es Una
Carrera" for Jay and Llori Gibson, which commemorates this
couple and all paddlers across all time. The video can be
found on YouTube.
The following weekend, on Easter Day.
Shorty&Slim reunited for a dry season jam session at a local
outdoor pub called Mick's in Clayton. The REAL Shorty was
there, David Seitz! There was a "zonian block-party" atmos-
phere as families and friends mixed and got caught up. The
Shorty&Slim reunion was extra special with the Seitz's pres-
ent: Mayra, Mayra, David and Katherine. Shorty&Slimare online at www.shortyandslimmusic.com.
Brenda Scott Hummer writes that she and husband JoeHummer took a cruise in December 2017 on “Oasis of theSeas” ship with our siblings and spouses to celebrate anniver-
saries, 60th birthdays and Christmas. We called it our ABC
cruise. Follow travelers were Glenda and John Ewell(Bothell, Wash.) (Glenda is my twin); Pam and Jim Reid(The Villages, Fla.) (Pam is my older sister); and Wanda and
Joe Wilson (The Villages, Fla.) (Wanda is John's sister and
BHS classmate of Glenda and I). Ports of call were: St.
Thomas, V.I., Labadee, Haiti and San Juan, P.R. Even though
recent hurricane destruction was still evident we were able to
see repairs and reconstruction crews making progress in San
Juan and St. Thomas. Labadee had restored the cruise line
port of call to it’s beauty. Shore shopping was fantastic, the
on-board entertainment was quality and of course the FOOD
was 5-star.
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Mira Linares and Myra Seitz
L-R: Kathryn Seitz, David Seitz, Omar Dominques, AlexReyes, Ruben Martinez and Roland Folse.
Couples (L-R): Glenda and John Ewell, Pam and Jim Reid.Wanda and Joe Wilson, Brenda and Joe Hummer.
Private dining-unlimited steak and lobster
Enjoying the concert: David Bivins, Katie Miskovsky, and
Llori Gibson.
Pam, Jim (and two dogs) road tripped to our parents (Billand Pat Scott) house in Pilot Point, Texas and then visited
with our brother Joel Scott and family. After four days in
Texas, I flew up to Seattle to spend Christmas with my kids
and grandsons. Lots of baking/eating, board games and play-
ing in the snow. It’s never long enough or often enough.
Chris and Bruce Homa hosted a cocktail party at their
home in December to raise money for Woody’s Christmas
Charity. Many attended and the event was very successful.
Woody Dejernette purchases a variety of basic items, such as
food, school supplies and clothes and travels deep into the
interior to deliver these items to very needy children at
Christmas.
Mike Andrews and Cliff Accles accompanied Woody as
Santa’s Helpers. This year the group also stop in San Blas to
provide much needed items to the community after a large fire
had destroyed a group of homes. It is this reporter’s opinion
that Woody’s trips to this part of the interior are inspirational
and a true blessing to all the poor people that benefit from his
selfless charity.
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Front: Noah (4) and Nathan (10). Middle: Kendra Senecal,Brenda Hummer, Jacquelyn Senecal. Back: Greg Senecal.
Chris Homa and Kim Homa
Woody Dejernette, Chris Homa and Janice Dejernette at
the party to raise funds for Woody’s Christmas Charity.
Bruce Homa, Ed Wardlow and Dean Homa
L-R: Jim Reid, Joe and Brenda Hummer, Glenda and JohnEwell.
Cliff Accles, Mike Andrews and Woody Dejernette load
much needed items in the interior for “Woody’s Christmas
Charity”.
December, January and February saw many returning
Zonians to the Homeland. Karen Coffey, who lives in
Gorgona with her husband Billy, writes that their son Dougvisited them for eight days during the Easter holidays. Both
Karen and Doug enjoyed dinner at Emma’s, a wonderful
restaurant in Marbella, in Panama City.
We were thrilled to welcome back dear friends PamCrowell and Sandy (Chesson) Lester in February. This year
we traveled to Coronado and Cerro Punto where we enjoyed
time at Janet (Tilley) and Glenn Lee’s B&B, El Cielito Sur.
We enjoyed joining in the birthday celebration for Glenn and
Janet’s son Sean during our visit.
While in Coronado, Issac Hay served as tour guide to El
Cano, an archeological dig near Penonome. Many beautiful
artifacts have been discovered in this ongoing dig, which also
includes stones believed to have been used as calendars and
indicators of time.
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4-wheel drive is necessary.
Janis and Woody Dejernette deliver items to expectant
mothers.
“Woody’s Charity” also provides a nutritious lunch to those in
need.
Sean and Janet (Tilley) Lee
Pam Crowell, Vicki Sizemore and Sandy (Chesson) Lester
L-R: Ed Wardlow, Vicki Sizemore, Sandy (Chesson)Lester, Pam Crowell and Issaac Hay.
After visiting the dig, we drove up the mountain to the
Lodge at Villa Talvida where we enjoyed lunch and soaked up
the beauty of the surrounding jungle and 100 ft. waterfall. We
then headed on to Cerro Punto, where we visited the Orchid
Farm, and Los Barriles, an archeological dig in the Volcan.
We were able to visit Kit Whitney and her husband RoyalFord in their lovely home between Boquete and the Volcan.
Sandy and Kit were best buddies in the early years of BHS
and had not seen each other since that time. It was a very spe-
cial, memorable visit. We laughed, ate and made wonderful
new memories while Pam and Sandy were here. I look for-
ward to their return next year.
Jeff Riley and Ray Bierbaum returned in February for
their annual “get me away from this cold weather, I am going
to Panama to play golf” trip. They enjoyed spending time
with Steve Clark and his wife Frieda in their home in
Boquete, played golf with Ed Wardlow at Summit, ate Johnny
Mazetti at Vicki and Ed’s, visited with Ron Buisiere, spent
many hours enjoying the BYC and visits to the Napoli. They
were in town when Cuco Guilbert (BHS'70), wife Yvonneand his sister Muneque (BHS'66) brought their family (about
20+ people) to Panama for a Family Reunion. Cuco wanted
his children and others to see the country he loves and speaks
of often. The family spent most of their time in Boquete
where Cuco’s late parents had owned a farm for many years.
They returned to Panama City just in time to put together a
30+ person dinner at the Napoli! The Napoli does not take
reservations, so this was quite a feat. Joining in the festivities
were Ed and myself, Ray Bierbaum, Jeff Riley, Ray Hibbardand family, Danny Howard and Nell King (Both BHS'70 ).
Ed Wardlow and Ray Hibbard worked together at the Balboa
Post Office many years ago so they enjoyed a “walk down
memory lane”.
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Sandy (Chesson) Lester and Kit Whitney
Ed Wardlow, Sandy (Chesson) Lester and Pam Crowell
Jeff Riley and Ray Bierbaum
BHS’70 classmates (L-R): Art Mokray, Albert “Cuco”Guibert, Vicki Sizemore, Danny Howard and Nell King.
Ron Hibbard and Ed Wardlow
Danny Howard had come to visit the Homeland with Nell
King. Nell had been an “Army Brat” in the CZ and it had
been close to 45 years since she had been back. Nell and Vicki
Sizemore were amazed that they remember that as sopho-
mores at BHS they had worked as student assistants in the
BHS clinic. Ed Wardlow and Vicki Sizemore took Danny
and Nell on a tour of the old CZ which included a special visit
to the former BHS and the library.
Anna and Carl Opel made another visit to Maui, Hawaii,
in late October. Their daughter, Jenilee Szymanski and
granddaughter, Sophia, accompanied them. Staying at the
Hilton Hawaiian Village, their week visit included hiking to
the top of Diamond Head, touring the Island, watching a surf
contest at North Shore, visiting Pearl Harbor, the USS
Arizona Memorial and the USS Missouri, surf lessons, trick-
or-treat on Halloween, a luau, a tour of the Hawaii 5-0 scene
areas, and just enjoying the sun and the beach.
In December, Anna’s nephew, Carl (Rusty) Meissner,
visited Panama after being away for 26 years. His daughters,
Megan (Meissner) and husband Haywood Foard, and
Mindy (Meissner) Daniels came along for their first ever
visit.
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BHS Clinic student assistants in 1968: Nell King and VickiSizemore.
Nell King enjoying a visit to the former BHS Library
Carl Opel, Sofia and Jenilee Szymanski
Haywood and Megan Foard, Mindy Daniels, and RustyMeissner.
Luau
Staying at an Air B&B in Casco Antigua, they also stayed
two nights at the Bala Beach Resort in Maria Chiquita, and
visited the local tourist sites in Panama, the Panama Canal,
Gamboa Rain Forest and Pipeline Road, toured most of the
reverted areas, and of course bought souvenirs at the artisan
centers. Anna, Carl and the Meissner family enjoyed a
seafood dinner at Mi Ranchito on Amador before their depar-
ture.
The Opel-Szymanski family’s travels took Anna, Jenilee,
and Sophia to Parker, Colo., on Easter Week to visit RickSzymanski and daughters, Marianna, Elysia, and Araceli,
Braving the weather, it snowed most days they were there,
they went to Loveland Ski Resort for Jenilee and Sophia to try
their hand at skiing. After lessons and the bunny slope they
graduated to a more arduous one and now skiing will be on
their agenda every trip during winter.
Ed and I enjoyed a wonderful trip to Curacao in the Dutch
Antilles in January. Curacao is part of the ABC Islands, Aruba
and Bonaire are the other islands in the group. We enjoyed
swimming in the crystal-clear waters, visiting museums and
enjoying the tranquility of the island. They plan to return in
early June with good friend Lori Edwards, from Florida.
Janice Dejernette organized a surprise birthday celebra-
tion for Cliff Accles with a small group of friends. Cliff is the
new ER at BPOE 1414. Everyone attending had a great time.
Jon (Sid) Coffin wants his friends to know that if you go
to Margarita looking for him that he and his wife Claudia,
have moved to Brazo Brooks. Sid reports they are enjoying
the tranquility of the neighborhood.
Admin Hill has turned a lovely shade of brown and in per-
fect shape for grabbing your cardboard and taking a slide
down the hill. Needless to say, we all anxiously awaiting
rainy season.
May peace and joy be with you always.
Vicki Sizemore, Reporter
(011) 507-315-0806
Email: [email protected]
SOUTH CAROLINA
News from South
Carolina seems to be limited to
MY activities and, let me tell
you it’s not pretty!
First some bits of good
news. Your South Carolina
Reporter and his significant
other celebrated 28 years
together on April 15th.
Unfortunately, I have
been battling Guillian-Barré
Syndrome since last August
2017, so we didn’t get a chance to celebrate much. But we
did have a few drinks and enjoyed a great Prime Rib dinner
out.
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Cousins: Araceli, Sophia, Elysia, and Marianna Szymanski
Sophia and Jenilee at Loveland Ski Resort
Vicki Sizemore and Ed Wardlow
George Garcia
Spring arrived with a beautiful flourish and we’ve been
enjoying the weather. We look forward to Summer; but we’re
happy that the Springtime brings beautiful flora.
Just as in the fall, the colors are varied and present them-
selves in all their glory for us to enjoy. Unfortunately, the all
the good things happening, we also have to deal with the sad.
We had to say goodbye to David’s brother, Michael, who died
on March 28, 2018. He lost his battle with cancer and we will
miss him dearly. Michael was 59 years old.
Right on the heels of that bad news, I learned classmates
John Deming and Chris Hearon passed away (See
Obituaries) and one of our own Curundu maleantes, LesterSmith lost his wife Andrea (Bird). My deepest condolences
to their families
The Zonians who live in South Carolina don’t lead inter-
esting lives. I have encourage them to have some activities;
but so far nothing has been planned, therefore, the news from
this State is limited to my activities which can be pretty bor-
ing. I’m heading into my Diamond Jubilee (I will be 75) on
June 14th. So, I wish me a happy birthday! I can use all the
good wishes I can get.
By the time you read this, the Upstate of South Carolina
will have gotten through a beautiful Spring and on to a joyful
Summer. I hope to see quite a few of you at the Reunion in
Orlando. We need to enjoy the “parranda” while we can!!!
George Garcia, Reporter
(864) 801-2072
Email: [email protected]
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David
TEXAS
Hello from Texas!! I am so excited to be the new Texas
reporter. A big thank you to Linda Morris for all the years
she was the Texas reporter. I have big shoes to fill and have
a lot to learn.
I am a graduate of BHS’73 along with being a 4th gener-
ation CZ Brat and proud of it! My great-grandfather left
Texas to build the Panama Canal and is a Roosevelt Medal
Holder. My parents were Buck and Barbara Krueger. I live
in Pflugerville, Texas (Austin area) and have a daughter, SaraKrueger who lives in Roanoke, Texas.
This year got off to a flaming start with Bob and NikkiMedinger having their 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Burn.
After having the first date cancelled due to weather, it was
finally held. Bob and Kaye Richey did a great job collecting
50+ trees even some short ones for me! Others in attendance
were John and Vera Hanna, Amy (Kuyoth) and Scott Rote,Jane Kuyoth, John and Otty Husum, Jim and Lina Norris,Sarah Polite Hughes, Ron MacLaren, Bill Kern, ColinCreek, Kaye Richey and daughter Laura, along with our sur-
prise guest from Tennessee, Garry Abbott (we missed you,
Gail!). A great time was had by all and us girls were a bit dis-
appointed the Fire Department didn’t visit this year!
Texas Tree Burn
JoAnn Morton let us know about her granddaughter
Amanda’s Bridal Shower: Annette and Genevieve hosted a
lovely bridal shower for Amanda this past Saturday. France
was the theme, thus the Eifel Tower on the table. Amanda
and Genevieve (UT Students) became best friends while
studying in France. Aunt Annette had a delicious array of
appetizers, quiche, and delectable desserts. Lee made a video
of Amanda’s fun, youthful years. The wedding was held on
April 20th. I’m glad it’s starting to look a little like “spring”
so we can venture out a little!
In April, I received a phone call from Paul Blades(BHS’59) after seeing my information in the last CanalRecord. He and his parents lived behind us in Los Rios and
he left the Canal Zone when I was about 4 years old! We had
a great time catching up and found out he was only 1½ hours
from me. So, my daughter and I drove out to Llano in April
to visit with Paul and his lovely wife, Monette. Had a great
time and such a beautiful drive to make in the Spring with all
the Texas wildflowers all blooming. Looking forward to
another visit in the future!
A reminder to everyone in Texas, if you have any news
you would like to share in the Canal Record, please contact
me. There are a lot of Zonians in Texas and I want to make
sure to include everyone! Looking forward to seeing every-
one at the reunion this year!!!
Valerie Krueger, Reporter
(512) 576-6641
Email: [email protected]
REPORTER-AT-LARGE
BHS'58 classmates Joanie(Lawler) Harris, Dona (Jones)Brophy of Castine, Maine, and Sue(Taylor) Pitney of San Diego, Calif.
have planned a pre-reunion house party
in Brandon, Fla.
The “girls” have been training in
preparation for this auspicious event by
practicing all the new dance moves;
staying up past ten p.m., laughing and
talking non-stop and practicing their 'air
kisses.' You go girls!
Cheri (Cofer) Askew (BHS'80) celebrated Easter with a
luncheon with mom, Donna (Voet) Follese (BHS'63) in Coral
Springs, Fla.
Dan and Margaret (Morris) Hanesworth (BHS'63)
spent Spring Break in March in Panama with son Brooks and
twin girls Ana and Isabella from New York. Hosts Charlie(BHS'55) and Tia Julietta Morris kept them busy sightsee-
ing and meeting their ten cousins and "Tios" Mercedes,Melissa, Melanie, and Charlie Pat. Lots of relaxing was
done at the Gorgona Beach house.
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Amanda’s Bridal Shower
Cheri (Cofer) Askew and Donna (Voet) Follese
Huge family gathering in Panama: Hosts Charlie and
Julietta Morris with Dan and Margaret Hanesworth on
right .
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Cousins (L-R): Ana, Melissa, Isabella, Mercedes, Melindaand Daniela.
(L-R) Bottom Row: Jim Riley, Ralph Burda (Mgr), Bob Boatwright, Fred Chase, Chuck Moses. Row 2: Frank ?, DougPriester, Gene Fraunheim, Rusty Potter, Tom Perantie. Row 3: Bill Coy, Lou Engelke, Frank Reichert, Lou French,Warren Ashton. Row 4: John Carlson, Dave Cohen, and Coach Ray Blais.
LOOKING BACK
1962 BALBOA HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL TEAM
LOOKING BACK
Father Lynch (priest at Sacred Heart with Mark Baker, JonHunt and Greg Gramlich. (All are red-heads)
CONGRATULATIONS
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SANDERS ENGAGEMENTS
Phil and Debra (Boswell) Sanders are proud to announce
the engagements of two of their daughters.
Shelley Sanders got engaged to Grant Cothern on May
23, 2017, in a dramatic onstage surprise proposal. He had the
audience filled with family and friends. No wedding date yet.
Marla Sanders and her longtime boyfriend Brad Bluntbecame engaged on December 15, 2017. A July 14, 2018
wedding planned in Houston, Texas.
2018 MIGEL MEDAL AWARD
Recently Ted and Mel (Little) Henter traveled to
Oakland, Calif. where Ted accepted the 2018 Migel Medal
award from the American Foundation for the Blind. This is
the highest award for professionals and volunteers whose
dedication and achievements improve the lives of people are
blind or visually impaired. Ted was the principal developer of
Job Access With Speech (JAWS). This is a powerful software
which enables personal computers to “talk”, so blind or visu-
ally impaired people can communicate with technical devices
using Windows operating systems. Past honorees include
legendary disability-rights advocate, Helen Keller.
Congratulations Ted!
Grant Cothern proposing to Shelley Sanders
Brad Blunt and Marla Sanders
Ted Henter
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MAGEE 80TH BIRTHDAY
John and Phyllis Magee's from Oceanside, Calif.recently celebrated John's 80th birthday. It was a greatparty! As you can see from the group picture, besides theMagee clan and kids, there were quite a few Zonians whojoined in the festivities; Eva Anderson, Ashley andDarrell Fishbough and their two boys.
The other picture shows five cousins (Linda Magee,Nancy Magee, Allen Severy, Keith Allen (Susie (Magee)Allen's son), and Heather Severy. Susie's other sonKevin lives in London and Phyllis's other daughterSuzanne lives in North Carolina. Occasions like these areso nice; gets all the kids together to know each other.
DUFFUS 90TH BIRTHDAY
On March 10, 2018, members of the greater Duffusfamily and some friends gathered in North Bonneville,Wash. to celebrate James N. Duffus’ 90th birthday. InezDuffus Plucker flew from her home in Indiana andbrought her daughter, Nellie Arnett, and family. BillPlucker and his wife Katie drove up from their home inMarcola, Ore. William J. Duffus and Elaine BakerDuffus traveled from Portland, Maine to attend. LouiseDuffus Artman and her sister, Emily Duffus Sayle alsocame from Pennsylvania and Georgia respectively. JimShobe made the trip down from Gig Harbor, Wash. toenjoy the celebration. Josh Duffus and Tina (Duffus)Curry brought their families as well.
Jim and Clover Duffus hosted the event at the NorthBonneville Senior’s Center and had live Maine Lobsterflown in for the main course! James Duffus enjoyed theday seeing all his children, grandchildren, and great‐grandchildren at one time. Others in attendance includedLuis and Kathy Varella from Vancouver, Wash. Therewere many stories told over the course of the weekend.Emily and Louise attended Jim Duffus’ school of cevichemaking as well.
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Linda Magee, Nancy Magee, Allen Severy, Keith Allen,and Heather Severy.
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L‐R: William Duffus, Inez Duffus Plucker, Jim Duffus,and James Duffus.
L‐R: Nellie Plucker Arnett, Josh Duffus, Louise DuffusArtman, James N. Duffus, Tina (Duffus) Curry, EmilyDuffus Sayle and Bill Plucker.
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WEDDINGSTHRASH - PANZER
Patricia Panzer (BHS'64) and Earl Thrash (Houston,Texas) were recently united in marriage at The MetBaptist Church, Houston, Texas. In attendance wereJacqueline Salterio and husband Hector Miranda, sonRicardo Salterio and wife Ana (Panama), step‐sonRobert Panzer, step‐daughter Cathleen Panzer and Pat’sfour granddaughters, along with Earl’s son, two daughtersand four grandchildren.
Patricia (Panzer) and Earl Thrash
BORRERO BIRTHDAY
Everett and Lynn White hosted a 70th birthday cele‐bration for Nelson Borrero. Attending the festivitieswere Robyn and Louie Husted, Susan Pullin, FernandoOstrea, Les Leon, Angel Vasquez, Prospero and VickiEllis and Lis Ellis, Milton Leidig, Rich Wainio, and GeneRendon.
Pictures taken twenty years apart with four of the partygoers ‐ 1998 and 2018.
Birthday celebration!
1998 (L‐R): Everett White, Les Leon, Fernando Ostrea,Angel Vasquez.
2018 (L‐R): Everett White, Les Leon, Fernando Ostrea,Angel Vasquez.
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Domitila – Carnival giant doll February 1958
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Richard (Dick) Barrere, Ret. Col. US Army, passed
away peacefully on November 23, 2017, surrounded by his
loving family. Dick was born in Hollywood, Calif. on
September 12, 1930, and grew up in Santa Monica, Calif.
He graduated from the Army and Navy Academy,
Carlsbad, Calif. in 1948, and attended Santa Monica City
College, UCLA and graduated from the University of Omaha.
Drafted into the Army, he went to Officer Candidate School at
Ft. Benning, Ga. after basic training. As an Infantry Officer,
he had assignments in Alaska, Ft. Myer (The Old Guard),
Vietnam (twice). He attended the Advanced Infantry Course
at Ft. Benning and Command and General staff College at Ft.
Leavenworth and stayed on the faculty at both schools. Dick
had Command assignments at both Ft Jackson and Ft. Dix., a
tour in the Pentagon, and then the best two assignments of all,
in the Canal Zone. Arriving in August 1976, he was in
USSALA and then Commander of Tropic Test Center. He
retired after 31 years of service in January 1985 and moved to
Orlando, Fla. Twenty years later, moved to Cocoa, Fla. to a
condo on the beautiful Indian River.
Dick met his wife Marcia Copenhaver while she was
working in the Pentagon and were married at Ft. Myer in
1960. They were blessed with two children, William (Willie)
(BHS'79), and Katherine (Kathy) (BHS'82). His hobbies
were skeet shooting, fishing, scuba diving, photography, trav-
eling, and reading. Dick was a member of the Panama Canal
Society.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and
Margaret Barrere, Santa Monica, Calif. He will be sorely
missed by his family: wife Marcia, of Cocoa, Fla.; children
Willie of Cool, Calif. and Merritt Island, Fla., Kathy of
Merritt Island, Fla.; sister, Catherine Hawkins of Glendora,
Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.
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M a r g a r e tElizabeth (Betsy)Bivin was born on
June 26, 1928 and
passed away on
February 18, 2018
in Sarasota, Fla.
She was a member
of the Panama
Canal Society.
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Carlos A. Cerezo Suarez, U.S.
Customs and Border Protection
Program Manager, 57, entered into
eternal rest Tuesday, February 20,
2018. Carlos graduated with the BHS
class of 1979. He will be greatly
missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Jaime and Carmen Cerezo;
sister, Lourdes Cerezo; brother, Jimmy (Myrna) Cerezo;
nieces and nephew, Francesca, Lauren, Emilio and his
beloved dog, Simon. He is further survived by numerous
other loved relatives and friends.
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Bess Bledsoe Conley passed away
peacefully on Holy Thursday, March
29, 2018. She was 92 years old.
Bess was born in Fairburn,
Georgia on January 20, 1926, to Dr.
Harry Thomas Bledsoe and Opal
Tanner Bledsoe. She earned a B.A.
in Spanish from Wesleyan College in
1946. Her love of Latin American
culture led her abroad to teach ele-
mentary school at Ramey Air Force
Base in Puerto Rico and later at Fort Kobbe in the Canal
Zone. There she met J. Patrick Conley, a lawyer from
Carlisle, Kentucky. They married at Ft. Amador Chapel in
1959. Together they raised four children, while Pat’s career
in the Canal Administration ultimately took him to the posi-
tion of Executive Secretary of the Canal Zone.
Bess had many interests in the Canal Zone. She taught
religious education at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She
played bridge in the CZ Bridge Club on Wednesday nights.
Every March 17th, she and Pat hosted the “best party of the
year” - the annual Conley’s Irish Song Festival, which was
attended by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Bess
loved fishing; she and the family took annual excursions to
the Perlas Islands on the Blue Runner to catch corbina, snap-
per, and grouper. She loved visits to Taboga Island, and
Sundays at Gatun Lake, where she showed off her water ski-
ing skills. Bess loved to cook and entertain friends and fam-
ily. She enjoyed crocheting and gardening; she was particu-
larly proud of her orchid bed in Balboa Heights. Upon Pat’s
retirement as Executive Secretary in 1980, the family moved
to Tallahassee, Fla.
Bess had a deep Christian faith, a servant’s heart and was
a devoted parishioner of Good Shepherd Catholic Church in
Tallahassee. Bess continued her bridge prowess in
Tallahassee, where she was loved and admired as a long-time
member of the Tallahassee Duplicate Bridge Club, attaining
the rank of Gold Life Master.
Bess is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 39
years J. Patrick Conley; her sister Martha Sanders; and her
granddaughter Erin Conley. She is survived by four children:
Harry Conley (Marcia), Anne Conley, Patrick Conley (Mary),
and Tom Conley (Julie); six grandchildren; one great-grand-
child; and two nieces.
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John Leslie Deming, Sr., age 75,
passed away on Saturday, March 31,
2018. He was born in Cheyenne,
Wyo., and was the son of the late John
Ernest and Bernice (McDermott)
Deming. He was a direct descendant
of John Deming, Wethersfield, Conn.
an original patentee of the
Connecticut Colony.
He graduated from Balboa High
School in 1961, in the Panama Canal
Zone. John received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from the
University of Nebraska in Chemical Engineering. John
proudly served his country in the US Army. He worked for the
DuPont Company, then Ciba Specialty Chemicals for over 40
years. John was the Newport Site Plant Manager and VP of
Government Relations with Ciba.
He was a board member of The Christina Conservancy
and The Delaware Manufacturing Association. He enjoyed
scouting and was an Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 61 in
Claymont and the recipient of 1997 Good Scout Award,
Delmarva Council. He was also a Scoutmaster at the 1981
National Jamboree, Lodge Adviser for Nentego Lodge 20 and
a Wood Badge Instructor. John was a model train enthusiast
who enjoyed building a large scale train layout in his base-
ment. He was a member of the Panama Canal Society.
He enjoyed spending a lot of his time in Bethany Beach
with his family. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Karen
(Schmidt) Deming, two children, John L., Jr. and Suzanne
Shoemaker (John); five grandchildren; two brothers, Dennis
(Vicki) and William (Annette) Deming.
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Ann Bird Downing, 84, passed
away on January 5, 2018, in
Melbourne, Fla. after cardiac surgery.
Ann was born on January 17, 1933, in
Pinckney, Mich.
She arrived in the Canal Zone in
Panama in 1957 with husband
George, she will be most remembered
for her dancing school on the Atlantic
side. She taught ballet and tap until
1980. Before leaving the Canal Zone
for Melbourne Beach, Fla., Ann received the Panama Canal
Public Service Medal for exceptional public service. Ann
continued her public service in Melbourne Beach by helping
to establish the Old Town Hall History Center as well as tak-
ing part in many of the Town's activities which earned her the
Citizen of the Year award. Ann left her mark wherever she
lived and will be missed by many. She was a member of the
Panama Canal Society.
Ann is survived by her husband George Downing; daugh-
ter Daphne Currier; son Tony Downing; sister Joan Haden
and brother Bill Bird. She was preceded in death by her son
Robert.
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LeRoy Joseph Dugas passed
away in Thibodaux, La. on February 6,
2018, at the age of 84.
He was the fifth-born of the five
children of John and Eliska Dugas.
LeRoy was born in Gorgas Hospital in
Ancon, in the former Canal Zone, in
Panama on February 4, 1934. He
attended Balboa High School until
1950, when he was 16 years old, and
his father retired with 32 years service with the Panama Canal
Government. LeRoy, known as "Lee" then returned with his
parents to reside in Donaldsonville, La. He graduated from
Donaldsonville High School, spent four years in the U.S.
Navy stationed in California before returning to reside in
Baton Rouge, La.
He married Bonnie Ann Breaux of Thibodaux in January
1956 and at one time they were very active in the CFMA
(Cajun French Music Association) in Baton Rouge. Lee
worked for IBM until his retirement. Lee and Bonnie moved
to Thibodaux, La. in 2005 after devastating Hurricane Katrina
hit Louisiana. He loved hunting, fishing, boating, and the
Cajun culture and music. He also enjoyed the Riverboat
Casinos.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Breaux Dugas; sister,
Joyce Dugas Joubert; sister-in-laws, Audrey Chiasson,
Gaydell Chauvin; brother-in-law, Philip Breaux and numer-
ous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son,
Mark Dugas; parents, Jean Dugas and Eliska Dugas; brothers,
Ralph Dugas, Norman Dugas; and sister, Dorothy Broadbent.
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Major Richard L.Errhalt (Retired U.S. Army)
passed away on November 24,
2017 after a long and coura-
geous battle with cancer. He
was 87.
He was born in
Kirchdorf, Austria to Richard
and Hildegard Errhalt. He was the eldest of four brothers that
grew up and lived in Freistadt Austria, during World War II.
After the war ended, Richard was selected for the Senator
Fulbright Scholarship to study at Michigan State College in
the United States for one year.
After completing his scholarship, he returned to Austria
and continued his studies at the University of Vienna.
Because of his hard work, gratitude, and interest in returning
to the United States, Richard was sponsored by the Browning
family from Michigan. Through their generosity and thought-
fulness he was offered the opportunity to return to the U. S.
and continue his studies at Michigan State University (MSU).
While in school and shortly after returning to the United
States, he registered and was then drafted into the U. S. Army,
where he proudly served for 20 years.
Fortunately for him and his family, Richard’s first assign-
ment was to the Canal Zone in the Republic of Panama, where
he met and married the love of his life, Ixora “Ixi” Solano.
While in Panama, he continued his distinguished military
career and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U. S.
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Army. In 1959, he left Panama to return to MSU to complete
his education. While at MSU, he attained his Bachelor’s and
a year later his Master’s degree. Prior to completing his PHD
in 1962 he was reassigned to Fort Sill, Oklahoma and later to
Fort Monroe, Virginia in 1967, where his family lived while
Richard served a one year tour of duty in Vietnam.
After his return from Vietnam, he honored and fulfilled a
promise to Ixi and requested an assignment back to Panama,
so she could go back home. While in Panama, he was sta-
tioned at Fort Amador and served out the remainder of his
military career there and retired from the U. S. Army with the
rank of Major, in 1974. After his retirement, he accepted a
civil service position with the Panama Canal Commission
(PCC) in the Office of Personnel Management. He worked for
many years with the PCC and in 1980 moved with the
Defense Mapping Agency, headquartered in Fort Sam
Houston, to San Antonio, Texas. He attained various govern-
ment positions up until his retiring in 1994 from the Health
Services Command in Fort Sam. After retirement, he
remained in San Antonio, Texas where he and Ixi enjoyed
traveling, gardening, and watching their family and grand-
children grow. Sadly for Richard and family, in May 2015, Ixi
passed away after a brief illness. They had been happily mar-
ried for over 59 years.
Although Richard and Ixi were proud of the successes and
accomplishments of their family, they were both extremely
humbled to be naturalized American citizens, and for Richard,
honored and proud to be an American Military Veteran.
Richard and Ixi are survived by their five children: Ingrid
Bryan, Richard Errhalt Jr, Giselle Carteret, Glenn Errhalt, and
Michael Errhalt; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren;
daughter-in-law Terry Errhalt; sons-in-law Richard Bryan and
Charles Carteret, and brother, Wilfred Errhalt and extended
family, who reside in Austria, and sister-in-law, Beverly
Errhalt and extended family from Pennsylvania and
Massachusetts.
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Mary (Manning) Espiau, a long
time resident of Lake Vista, passed
away on August 23, 2017, at the age
of 99. Mary Maria Espiau was born in
Yazoo City, Miss. on September 12,
1917, to Frank Wilson Manning and
Mary Bell Assunta Segari.
Mary spent many years in the
Canal Zone in Panama where she
worked for the Signal Corps as an Air
Traffic Controller (code name
Bamboo). She loved her time serving as President of the
Curundu Women's Club, working with handicapped children
and was a Girl Scout leader.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60
years, Fernand Espiau, her loving daughter Pamela Larson,
and her grandson Matt Espiau. Mary is survived by her five
children, Claudia Donie, Garland of Texas; Eugenia Rood of
Union, Ky.; Fernand Espiau of Van, Texas; John Espiau of
Houston, Texas; and Norma Lovett of Slidell, La. She is also
survived by 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and
eight great-great-grandchildren.
Roberta LouiseEvans, 72, of
Tampa, Fla. passed
away on March 15,
2018.
Roberta was
born on September
8 1945, in
Manhatten, N.Y. She was raised in the former Canal Zone in
the Republic of Panama and a BHS'64 graduate.
She had a wonderful sense of humor and was always
upbeat. Roberta led an interesting life and was once the man-
ager of a Rock & Roll band in Texas. She was a member of
the Panama Canal Society.
Roberta had been a faithful, and valuable friend to
William Shepard since childhood. Roberta is survived by
William Shepard of Fla.; her cousin Judy Metzer of N.Y.; the
Causewasters group; and many friends.
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Thomas William Grimison, 82,
passed away Monday, March 19,
2018, at William Childs Hospice
House in Malabar, Fla. He was born
on December 14, 1935, in Colon,
Republic of Panama. He spent his
life in the Panama Canal Zone and
on the Space Coast of Florida rais-
ing his eight children with his wife
Anne “Nancy” (Burns) Grimison,
who preceded him in death in 2013.
Tom is survived by children, Elizabeth Fahy, Christina
Volonnino, Richard Grimison, Patrick Grimison, Rebecca
Pletcher, Melinda Niemeyer, Eric Grimison and Matthew
Grimison; as well as sons and daughters-in-law, Bill Fahy, Ed
Volonnino, Diana Grimison, Myra Grimison, Geoff Pletcher,
Tom Niemeyer, Rachel Grimison and Theresa Grimison and
devoted grandfather to 19 grandchildren. He is also survived
by brother Gene Beck and cousins Edward Scott, Richard
Scott, and Janice Scott. He was preceded in death by his
father Thomas Richard Grimison, mother Helen Beck and
stepfather Rex Beck.
Tom graduated from Balboa High School in 1953 and
went to college at Penn State University, where he met Nancy.
He graduated in 1958 with a degree in architecture while also
going through the U.S. Navy ROTC program. Upon graduat-
ing he served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Okinawa before
returning to his wife in the Canal Zone and beginning work as
an architect for the Panama Canal Company. He retired in
1986 and the family moved to Merritt Island, and later
Satellite Beach, Fla. while he continued his architectural
career working for Johnson Controls at Kennedy Space
Center and later in private practice. He was a longtime parish-
ioner at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Panama and Holy
Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Indialantic, Fla. Over the
years Tom enjoyed surfing and sailing in both Panama and
Florida. He was a member of the Panama Canal Society.
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Christian William Hearonpassed away on April 9, 2018. He
was born on July 17, 1939 in
Panama, Republic of Panama. He
was raised in the Canal Zone and was
a member of the Balboa High School
Class of 1957.
Chris was an educator in South
Carolina at the Christ Church
Episcopal School. Coach Hearon
(also known to his students and players as "Fred") taught
Spanish, served as an assistant coach for the Varsity Football
Team and as Head Coach of the Varsity Boys Tennis Team at
Christ Church Episcopal School (CCES) in Greenville, S.C.
for many years. He led the teams to more that a dozen State
and National titles. He was a valued member of the faculty
and educator to his students. Chris was inducted into the
Christ Church Episcopal School Sports Hall of Fame in 2006.
Chris is survived by his cousin Pam (Rowe) Herold of
S.C., his close BHS friend John (Joyce) Stevens of
Christiansburg, Va. and his former students from CCES.
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Priscilla PriceLane passed
March 18, 2018.
She was born on
April 22, 1926. In
1938, she moved
with her family to
the Canal Zone in
Panama where she
met and married McNair C. Lane. Mac, as he was called, was
stationed at the Rodman Naval Station. Priscilla was a senior
at Balboa High School in the class of 1944 when they met at
the U.S.O. J.W.B., where they won a jitterbug contest.
Priscilla is best remembered as the glue who kept Balboa
High School together as office manager, as well as, the secre-
tary for the Teacher’s bowling league. Mac was well-known
as a fast-pitch pitcher for the softball league and bowling.
She is preceded in death by her husband Mac Cheatham
Lane, and daughter Kerri, and son Tracy. She is survived by
sons McNair, Robin, Tim, Randall, Christopher; daughters
Sherri, Melisa and Casandra; twelve grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren. It was McNair’s desire to wait until
Priscilla passed to be buried together. They were interred
together forever at Fort Sam Houston with full military hon-
ors.
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Leona H. Lee was born on April
26, 1934, and went home to be with
the Lord January 31, 2018, at the age
of 83. She was a devoted wife, moth-
er, grandmother, prayer warrior, and
servant for the Kingdom.
Leona is survived by her husband,
Fred, her sons, Daniel and Richard
and her daughters, Linda and Laura,
all of their spouses and eight grand-
children. She is also survived by two sisters, Edna and
Dorothy. Her four children were born within four ½ years in
three different states and one in Europe, an early demonstra-
tion of her amazing ability to organize and multitask.
Having been born in Ancon, Panama, and raised in the
Canal Zone, she left for the United States to attend Nursing
school. She returned to the Canal Zone as a wife and mother
and lived there with her family for 15 years. She worked as a
Registered Nurse at Gorgas Hospital.
She spent many years teaching children's Sunday School,
and also served as a children's Sunday School Department
Director. In addition to her church activities, she also estab-
lished a church preschool for the community-at-large. She
was instrumental in organizing bi-annual camps for children
with special needs, held at a church campground at Santa
Clara Beach in Panama. Throughout her life, she was active
in missionary support. For many years she traveled as a coun-
selor and nurse for the Good News Singers, a teen youth choir
that traveled every Easter week throughout various Latin-
American countries.
Over the years she was a foster mother to 21 short-term
foster children. Because of the valuable service she and her
husband provided to the community, they received an
Honorary Public Service Award from the Governor of the
Panama Canal Commission. After retiring from Panama, she
was one of the founders of the Mission Care Center at First
Baptist Church of Merritt Island, Fla. For 27 years she con-
tinued to participate in leadership there.
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Olympia Diaz LeFuente, known to most as Petie, 98, of
Tampa, Fla., peacefully passed away the morning of February
21, 2018. She was born in Ybor City (Tampa), attended V.M.
Ybor Elementary, George Washington Junior High, and
Hillsborough High School. After graduation from
Hillsborough, she attended Georgia State College for Women
where she received her Bachelor degree. She taught and
coached at OLPH, Wilson Junior High, and Jefferson High
School where she was the cheerleading sponsor.
In 1943, she married Severino (Sevie) LaFuente. They
were happily married for 66 years until his passing in 2009.
In 1956, the family moved to the Republic of Panama where
she lived for 25 years. In the Panama Canal Zone, she taught
at Balboa High School, Diablo Junior High, and Curundu
Junior High.
During her long teaching and coaching career, she had a
positive impact on many young people. Upon retirement, she
and her husband, Sevie, moved back home to Tampa to be
with their families and friends. She loved her garden and
flowers. She would work in her garden until her health and
age didn't allow her it anymore. The most important things to
her were her family and friends. She loved spending time and
doing activities with her family and friends. She was a kind,
loving, giving, and caring woman. She was always willing to
help people and animals whenever they needed it. She will be
sadly missed but fondly remembered by many.
She is predeceased by her husband, Severino; son
Edward; her parents, brother, sister, and many much-loved
family members and friends. Mrs. LaFuente is survived by
her son, Russell LaFuente; Ray Eelsing, who was like a son
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to her; nieces, Sandra Mims and Irene Thompson; and
nephews, Dr. Leslie Diaz Sr. and Henry M. Solares.
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Goldy H. Lupyak, 80, passed
away on November 1, 2017.
Goldy was born and raised in
Colon, Panama. She worked in the
Personnel Department on base in
Panama, where she met Joseph.
They were later reunited at Ft. Sill,
Ok. and were married. During her
life, she loved to travel and shop.
Goldy was an avid collector of many
items. She gave to many foundations
and charities throughout her life-
time. She was an amazing and loving
Special Forces wife and an unbelievable Mother. She was a
member of the Panama Canal Society.
She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Retired
CSM Joseph Lupyak of Fayetteville, N.C.; one son Richard
Lupyak of Fayetteville, N.C.; and one brother John Hatgi of
Fredrick, Md.
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Frank Mayo, 84, died on
November 10, 2017.
He was born in Medford, Mass.
on September 25, 1933, and he was
raised in the Panama Canal Zone,
where he graduated from Balboa
High School. He attended Norwich
University for a semester prior to
enlisting in the US Army in March
of 1952. He attended Infantry
Officers Candidate School and was
commissioned a Second Lieutenant
at age 19. Frank met and married his late wife Ellie while en
route to Korea. He served in and commanded both Infantry
and Armored Cavalry units including in the 25th Infantry
Division and the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment. He served
as Division Chief of the Field Division, and Command and
Staff Department at the Armor School. Overseas tours include
Korea, Germany, Hawaii and Viet Nam where he was the
Deputy Province Senior Advisor in Ban Me Thuot, Darlac
Province. He was a graduate of Infantry OCS, The Armor
Officer Advance Course, and the Command and General Staff
College.
After retiring from the Army he owned and operated a
Log Cabin Furniture Stripping and Refinishing Business in
Pepperell, Mass. for eight years prior to retiring to Palm Bay,
Fla. His wife of 52 years, Ellie, predeceased him in 2005.
He is survived by his son Colin F. Mayo, USMC (ret),
daughters Colleen M. Friedman and Erin K. Fletcher and
seven grandchildren.
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Paul Mazurkiewicz died March 23, 2018, peacefully at
home with family at his side. He was born December 3, 1950,
in San Diego, Calif. to John and Evelyn (Folkert)
Mazurkiewicz. Paul lived life
authentically. He was a teacher,
teaching by words and example how
to be and how not to be. His love
and acceptance astonished friends
and family members with its uncon-
ditional quality. The memory of that
love and his wise words will live on
in the minds of many people. In the
final years, Paul did what he
enjoyed most – taking pleasure in
his favorite pastime: watching the
grass grow.Paul attended high school in Balboa, Canal Zone,
Panama. He served our country as a Navy Corpsman for a
short time during the Vietnam war. After years of rough liv-
ing, and a tragic event which forever changed his life, Paul
found his calling as an AA counselor in Paso Robles, Calif.
and later in his own business, ADAMH Counseling Services
as a licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor in
Alamogordo, Calf.He was preceded in death by his parents
John and Evelyn Mazurkiewicz. Paul is survived by his wife,
Sharon Weaver, four children: Mariann Mazurkiewicz, Sarah
McClendon, Franklin Weaver, (Crystal) of Carlsbad, Jerry
Weaver, (Renee), ten beloved grandchildren and one on the
way, the mother of his daughters, Cheryl Webb, his brother
John Mazurkiewicz (Claudia) of Calif., his sister Joanna
Giglio (Jim) of Los Lunas, N.M. and a great many nieces and
nephews.
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Margaret “Peggy” McCauley,
68, of Lynn Haven, Fla. passed away
on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. She
was born on February 21, 1950 in
Napa Valley, Calif. to William and
Rosalyn Tucker.
Peggy grew up in the former
Canal Zone in Panama and graduat-
ed with the BHS class of ‘68. She
served an apprenticeship in the
Panama Canal Company and worked as a Electronics
Mechanic late 70s - early 80s. She later worked for the
Department of Defense as an IT Specialist.
Peggy is survived by her husband, Michael McCauley of
Lynn Haven, Fla.; one son, Nathan Williams and wife Cheryl
of Lynn Haven, Fla.; two daughters, Pamela Williams of
Longmeadow, MA and Robin Driscoll and husband Stan of
Lynn Haven, Fla.; one brother, John Tucker and wife Teri of
Herndon, Va.; five grandchildren; and two nephews, Wester
Tucker and Jonathan Tucker.
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Theodore Delby Melanson passed
away November 7, 2017 at the home
of his stepson, Robert Cookson, in
Missouri City, Texas. Bob and his
wife, Juanita, cared for him in the last
months of his life. He was 91 years
old at the time of his passing.
Anticipating Ted’s impending death,
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all his surviving daughters, Kathy Jane (Melanson) Wells,
Suzanne (Melanson) Counts-Castro, and Michele (Melanson)
Carter visited him in late October. He was happy to have his
family gathered around him.
Ted was an avid sports fan. Baseball, basketball, football,
tennis, golf – you name it, he followed it! He was thrilled to
see the Houston Astros win the World Series. Then, another
favorite team, the Boston Red Socks, had a big win right
before his passing. These were exciting moments for him.
Theodore Melanson was born January 23, 1926 in
Cambridge, Massachusetts. While a young child, his parents
traveled to the Canal Zone. There his father worked as an
accomplished carpenter. Ted graduated from Balboa High
School in 1944. Those who graduated in his class shared with
Ted’s family how beautifully he sang the song “Poinciana” at
their senior prom. Directly after high school graduation, he
served in the Merchant Marines near the end of World War II
(1944-1946). When his tour of duty was completed, Ted
returned to the CZ and enrolled in Canal Zone Jr. College.
There he was on all-star teams in baseball, football, and
swimming. He was honored with certificates of merit in
drama, scholarship and athletics. The CZ College year-
book, Conquistador, named him “most talented”. He earned
an associate degree from Canal Zone College in 1948.
In 1949, he wed Katherine Quinzada. The couple moved
to New York City where they each worked by day and sang
with local bands by night. Both had amazing voices and
loved to perform. Their first child, Kathy Jane, was born in
NYC in 1950. Later, upon their return to the Canal Zone in
1953, Ted began working for Panama Canal Company
Accounting Division. He was in charge of the Construction
Accounting Section. All his years of service was in the Office
of the Comptroller. He remained a valued employee there
until his retirement. A second daughter, Suzanne, was born in
1955. Two years later, he and Katherine divorced. Ted mar-
ried his second wife, Nora, in 1958. Along with her, he
raised daughter, Michele Melanson, and stepchildren, Robert
Cookson and Jessie Cookson.
In addition to graduating from Canal Zone College, Ted
spent 9 years of evening and summer study working toward
his BS degree. In 1955 he began taking evening classes at
local extension courses offered by Louisiana State and
Florida State Universities. Starting in 1960 he began using
his vacation time to attend summer sessions at Mississippi
State University. He studied diligently several more summers
until, finally, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree on
August 24, 1964 with a major in accounting at the College of
Business & Industry. The hardest part of his education
marathon was that his family gave up vacations while he pur-
sued his education in Mississippi.
When Ted retired he moved to Missouri City, Texas set-
tling in a golf community townhouse. He was able to enjoy
watching golfers teeing off and playing right outside his din-
ing room window. He was able to play golf whenever he
wanted within yards of his home. His golf handicap was 10
to 11. He worked several years as a Marshal on their golf
course. He quite proudly drove his golf cart around the
course helping in any way he could. Giving golf cart rides to
visiting grandkids delighted him most. While still in the Canal
Zone (pre-retirement), Ted was well known locally as a cham-
pion bowler who won many trophies and awards. He even
announced bowling tournaments on local TV. During retire-
ment, he continued to bowl in various Houston bowling
leagues along with wife, Nora and stepson, Bob.
Ted enjoyed a few ocean cruises with Nora and their
friends. His favorite was to the Mediterranean region with the
breath-taking Greek Isles. Visiting the Vatican was his most
memorable experience.
Theodore was preceded in death by his wife, Nora, and
stepdaughter, Jessie Cookson. He is survived by daughters:
Kathy Jane Wells (husband Alan Wells) of Duluth, Georgia,
Suzanne Counts-Castro (husband Leo Castro) of Modesto,
California, Michele Carter (husband Terry Carter) of
Houston, stepson, Robert Cookson and wife, Juanita, of
Missouri City, Texas as well as six grandchildren and ten
great-grandchildren. Dad, Grandpa Ted….you are missed!
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Robert Louis Mullins, age 59, of
Inverness, Fla., passed away peace-
fully on November 16, 2017, while
under the loving care of his family
and his children. Robert was born on
August 7, 1958, in Ancon, Canal
Zone, in Panama to the late Earl and
Mary (Mallia) Mullins.
Robert was born and raised in
Panama and grew up in Gamboa,
Canal Zone. He was the second
youngest of seven siblings. Robert attended St. Mary’s
Parochial School, Curundu Junior High, and graduated from
Balboa High School in 1977. Robert served as an Altar Boy
at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Gamboa,
Canal Zone. He was a Boy Scout along with his younger
brother, Joe and his good friend, Robert Hayes. In 1973, they
got to attend the East National Scout Jamboree which was a
week-long camping trip from Pennsylvania to Washington,
D.C. This was the very first time Robert and Joe had traveled
to the States. While in the scouts they also did lots of camping
in the jungles of Panama. As an Explorer Scout, he participat-
ed in three Ocean to Ocean Cayuco races, in their cayuco,
Situation Hopeless.
Robert was very active outdoors growing up in the Canal
Zone. He went alligator hunting with his brother Joey and
caught baby turtles, and skin dived in the Chagres River. He
enjoyed eating mangoes and rose-apples off the fruit trees in
Gamboa. He loved ginnups and Chinese plums. Robert was
very athletic at the Gamboa gym and spent hours at the
Gamboa swimming pool. He enjoyed riding a mini bike on
the bike trails throughout Gamboa. He was involved in foot-
ball and was a Pole Vaulter in '75-76, following in the exam-
ple of his older brother, Jim.
Robert married in 1976, in the Canal Zone and started his
family in 1977 with the birth of his first son, Mikeal. He
attended Canal Zone College. Robert was a Lifeguard at the
Gamboa swimming pool. He moved to Dothan, Ala. in 1978
to enroll in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Trade School
training. In 1980, Robert moved to Texas where he met his
second wife, Vernell in 1984 and had two sons, Matthew and
Dillon, and daughter, Kaitlin.
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In 1996, Robert became employed with the Federal
Bureau of Prisons and held various positions. Robert was
very proud of his service with the Federal Bureau of Prisons
and especially proud of the Special Operations Response
Team. He was employed as a Powerhouse Operator at the
Institution in Tallahassee, Fla.; Air Conditioning and Heating
Foreman at Atwater Federal Institution in Merced, Calif.;
General Foreman at the Federal Institution in Taladega, Ga.;
Project Representative in Montgomery, Ala.; General
Foreman/Facility Manager at the Coleman Institution in
Inverness, Fla. He retired from the Miami Downtown High
Rise Institution as Facility Manager.
Robert enjoyed boating and spending time with his family.
He loved being a Grandpa to his five grandchildren. He was
very generous and would do anything to help out the ones he
loved. He was a loving brother and friend to all. Robert
requested his ashes be scattered in the Chagres River in
Gamboa by his family. Robert was a member of the Panama
Canal Society.
Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Mary B.
(Mallia) Mullins and his father, Earl E. Mullins. Robert is sur-
vived by his four children, Robert Mikeal of Colorado
Springs, Colo.; Matthew of Inverness, Fla.; Dillon (Leah) of
Dover, Del.; and his daughter, Kaitlin of Gainesville, Fla.; and
five grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Kathleen
(Beattie) Hendricks of Fischer, Texas; and five brothers, Earl
(Sue) of Riverview, Fla.; Dan of Dothan, Ala.; Clifford of
Tyler, Texas; Jim (Karen) of Crownsville, Md.; Joe (Debbie)
of Yazoo City, Miss. He is also survived by many nieces,
nephews, and cousins.
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Larry Michael “Mike”Paulson, 57, of Tallahassee, passed
away March 11, 2018, at Big Bend
Hospice after a long battle with lung
cancer.
Born in the Canal Zone, he is
the son of the late Leigh Cassius
Paulson and Mary Jane Paulson for-
merly of Gatun. He took great pride
in his Zonian heritage, developing a
passion for Canal Zone history,
including undertaking an ambitious project of creating a com-
prehensive, historical record of hams (aka amateur radio oper-
ators) who were active in the Canal Zone from 1920 onward.
Mike was a wonderful man who blessed the lives of so
many people. He was a dedicated son, loving husband, and
proud father. His greatest joy in life was his family, especially
his three strong, independent and thoughtful daughters.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy Barber Paulson; daugh-
ters, Sarah, Deanna, and Mary; and his five siblings, Judy
Weaver, Leo Paulson, Mark Paulson, Jane Martin and Jill
Berger.
Mike’s family would like to continue his compilation of
Canal Zone ham radio operators. If interested in contributing,
please provide scans of the front and back of KZ5 QSL cards
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Catherine Terwilliger Perkins of
Gainesville, Fla. passed away after a
lengthy illness on April 2, 2018, at
North Florida Regional Medical Center
in Gainesville.
Cathy was born on December 23,
1953, in Colon, Republic of Panama.
She was raised in the Panama Canal
Zone and graduated from Cristobal
High School in 1972. After graduation,
Cathy relocated to Florida for a few
years but returned to the Canal Zone and began working for
the United States Civil Service. She ultimately returned to
Florida and retired from the Malcolm Randall VA Hospital in
Gainesville in 2015 with 37 years of Federal Government
service.
Cathy is preceded in death by her mother, Iris Ann
Terwilliger. She is survived by her husband, Roger Perkins,
and son, Wesley T. Cooke, both of Gainesville; her father,
Albert “Twig” Terwilliger of Inverness, Fla.; two sisters:
Cynthia (Steve) Prine of Washington, D.C. and Ann (Paul)
Smither of Palm Bay, Fla., and her niece: Rachel Smither.
Cathy was a generous and caring person who loved the beach,
her cats, her family, and working at the VA. She will be
missed by all who knew and loved her.
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Duane M. Perkins, 87, passed away Thursday, February
1, 2018, at his home. He was the husband of the late Diana E.
(Short) Perkins.
Born in Elkton, Md. on January 21, 1931, Duane was a
son of the late Harold and Florence (Miller) Perkins. Duane
was a very principled and patriotic man, who believed in his
values to a fault. He served in the military and was stationed
in Panama before working for IBM and the Panama Canal
Company. He was a self-made man and achieved a high posi-
tion in the Panama Canal Company in the Data Processing
Department. He was one of the programmers for the first
computer in the Canal Zone in 1964. He had several hobbies;
including skin diving, dirt bike riding in the jungle and pho-
tography. He liked to create electronic and computer compo-
nents; of which, he wrote magazine articles to recreate them.
Duane cared immensely for his family and showed that
love with his actions. He will be deeply missed. He is sur-
vived by three children, Susan (James) Badger, Craig
(Denise) Frazier, and Linda (Andrew) Boyd-Jones; four
grandchildren; also several nieces and nephews. He was pre-
ceded in death by two daughters, Elizabeth Light and Diana
Nied; and two siblings, Kay Cloud, and Stuart Perkins.
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Carl A. Posey passed away on
February 9, 2018.
Carl was a novelist and award-
winning science writer. He is the
author of eight published novels, a
number of non-fiction books, and
dozens of magazine articles, most of
them about science and aviation. He
has also dabbled in documentary
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films. When asked what he does for a living, he likes to use
the Victorian term: writer of all work.
Born in the Panama Canal Zone, he spent much of his
youth in Latin America. In Balboa High School Carl was
voted most talented by his classmates of BHS'51. After a year
at Texas A&M University, he joined the U.S. Army, then
returned to complete his bachelor’s degree in English.
He has worked as a newspaper artist/copywriter and as a
technical writer and editor in the aerospace industry. At what
is now the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA), he developed a series of prize-winning publications
describing NOAA’s research on severe storms, hurricanes,
and other natural phenomena, and implemented workshops
for television meteorologists and science reporters. His work
there earned him the U. S. Department of Commerce Silver
Medal “for outstanding achievement in creating national
awareness of vital research programs through expert reporting
and writing.”
He left government to head the Office of Communications
at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis
(IIASA), an east-west think tank near Vienna, Austria.
Returning to the U.S., he joined the National Optical
Astronomy Observatories in Tucson, Ariz., as public informa-
tion officer, covering research at large telescopes in Arizona
and northern Chile.
In 1988 he moved to Time-Life Books in Alexandria, Va.,
where he spent almost a decade as an editor on such series as
Voyage Through the Universe and True Crime, and as series
editor ofThe Library of Curious and Unusual Facts. He left
Time-Life Books to pursue a freelance career and continue
with his novels. His first, Kiev Footprint, had been published
in the U.S. and U.K. Prospero Drill, appeared in the U.K., the
U.S., and Japan. His first Vienna novel was Red Danube
(Dead Issue in the U.K.). Benchley’s Chip, Bushmaster Fall
came out in the U.S. and U.K. Red Man’s Will, Shot@Dawn
appeared in 2014. Last of the April Ten, was published in
2015.
Posey’s articles have appeared in Smithsonian, The
Atlantic,Time, and other national magazines. His Science 85
article on nuclear safeguards shared a National Magazine
Award. An article for Omni on the world’s new nuclear geog-
raphy received New York University’s Olive Branch Award.
Not surprisingly, nuclear safeguards inspectors star in several
of his novels.
As a natural cartoonist, he expected as a young man to
make his way by writing and drawing comic strips, but
instead turned to the novel and magazine journalism. But he
did not quite abandon the graphic form. In 1995 DC Comics
brought out The Big Book of Weirdos, “by Carl Posey and 67
of the World’s Top Comic Artists.” A licensed pilot with a life-
long association with aviation, he has been a regular contrib-
utor to Air & Space/Smithsonian magazine since its second
issue.
He is married to Ann Wadia, a Londoner he met in Vienna,
and has four grown children from a first marriage.
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Herbert Raymond Schneider, age 78, died January 23,
2018. He was a member of the Panama Canal Society.
Survived by wife Barbara (Bobbie), daughter Katherine of
Bushnell, son Robert (Melissa) of
Riverview, Fla., granddaughters
Lauren and Katie, sister Anita
Roeckel (Edward) of Colorado
Springs, Colo., and Kelly Wheeler
(Dean) and family of Brandon,Fla.
Herb was born December 12,
1939, in Colon, Republic of
Panama. His mother, Anita Knapp
Schneider, was also born and raised
in Panama. His maternal grandfa-
ther, Theodore Knapp, born in Germany, was a naturalized
American citizen and a Roosevelt Medal Holder who worked
on the construction of the Panama Canal when it was built by
the United States. As a youth, Herb worked for his uncle, a
plumbing contractor, during construction of the Goethals
Memorial. Herb’s father’s family was from Long Island, N.Y.
Herb graduated from Balboa High School in 1957, Canal
Zone Junior College in 1959, and from Florida State
University on June 3, 1961. He married his childhood sweet-
heart Bobbie and fellow graduate the following day in
Tallahassee. They lived in Colorado and Massachusetts
before returning permanently to Florida where both of their
children were born.
Herb worked in auditing, mortgage banking, manufactur-
ing, agriculture, retail, finance, nursing homes, and traveled
widely internationally during his business career. When he
retired, he and Bobbie moved to Bushnell where they happily
enjoyed their new life in Sumter County.
Herb successfully fought TB, cancer, and two heart
attacks while continuing his professional career. He enjoyed
being physically fit and worked out all of his life. Death was
caused by the relatively rare autoimmune disease CIDP which
was diagnosed only shortly before his death.
In all of his personal and professional dealings, Herb fully
exemplified the words engraved in the wedding band he never
removed, “honest and true.” He will be sorely missed by his
family and a host of friends. He was a member of the Panama
Canal Society.
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Rupert S.Turner, Jr. left this
earth on March 18,
2018, after a coura-
geous battle to join his
family in heaven.
Born August 27,
1946, in Panama City,
Republic of Panama,
he lived all his forma-
tive years and young adult life in the Canal Zone township of
Curundu. He was a true Curundu "Bway". He attended Canal
Zone schools and graduated from Balboa High School with
the class of 1966.
Rupert was very patriotic and proudly served in the U.S.
Army. He was a Vietnam veteran and was honorably dis-
charged from the U. S. Army in 1969.
He was a talented artist who created numerous projects for
the Panama Canal Society events, as well as, personal art for
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friends over the years. Rupert loved his guitar, artwork, surf-
ing, his friends, and, as he would say, just being a man of the
world. Rupert was a kind, gentle, and humble spirit who had
a deep love for Panama, mostly the interior and the uncompli-
cated folks who lived there. One of Rupert's greatest joys in
life was his dual citizenship and he traveled between the two
worlds of Panama and the United States. And in doing so, he
was able to enjoy his passion for surfing in both countries.
Rupert was one of the early surfers in Panama. He was a
member of the Panama Canal Society.
He was preceded in death by his father, Rupert S. Turner,
Sr., his mother, Paulina Sanchez, Turner, and brothers Jobey
Turner, Jerry Turner, Ted Turner and little Charlie Turner.
Rupert is missed by many friends and old surfing buddies.
As Rupert would say at the end of every conversation; “Be
cool.”
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Jack Duane Wagner, 84, passed
away at home in Eagle River, Alaska
on October 24, 2017, after an extend-
ed illness.
Born to Forrest and Ellen Wagner
in Lodi, Ohio where he lived until his
family moved to Curundu in the Canal
Zone in 1948. After graduation
(BHS'52), he joined the Marines.
Later he attended refrigeration/air-
conditioning school in Miami, Fla.
before returning to the Canal Zone where he worked with the
Army Corps of Engineers, Panama Canal Company
Maintenance Division and the FAA. In 1977, Jack transferred
to Walla Walla, Wash. After a few short years, he transferred
to Anchorage, Alaska where he was truly in his element until
his retirement in 1995. He loved living in the Canal Zone and
shared many stories of Zonian life with anyone he could. He
loved fishing and hunting in the Zone and had a very hard
time adjusting to Alaska fishing with their limits and seasons,
but he learned to eagerly await fishing season. Moose hunts
were discussed for months afterward and planning for the
next hunt started the week after they got home. He really
lived the Alaskan dream. Jack was a member of the Panama
Canal Society.
Jack is survived by his wife of 50 years Jeanne (Walker)
and children; daughter Julie Sugden of Orofino, Idaho, son
Jack Jr (Bo) of Nev., son Scott A of Reno, Nev., Gayle
Ellsworth of Anchorage and Jeannine Huffman of Eagle
River, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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Marion Orr Wells, 95, died
January 28, 2018, at her apartment at
Brookdale Senior Living in Kerrville,
Texas. The family appreciates the
wonderful care she received there in
her final days with the care of
Peterson Hospice.
Marion was born April 8, 1922, in
Ancon, Canal Zone, to Joe Harvey
Orr and Ninnetta Mattes Orr. She
graduated from Balboa High School and attended the Canal
Zone Junior College. She was employed by the Panama Canal
Company for three decades as an Administrative Assistant for
the Engineering and Construction Division. She enjoyed her
work, her co-workers, and the complications of the Panama
Canal, a frequent topic at dinnertime.
She was married to Fred Ethan Wells on April 27, l945.
They had three children, Fred E. Wells, of Perth, Australia,
Alan H. Wells of Duluth, Georgia, and Mary Linda Fealey, of
Oak Harbor, Washington who preceded her in death. Their
spouses are Patricia Summerfield, Kathy Jane Wells, and Guy
M. Fealey. Marion has three grandsons and four granddaugh-
ters and their spouses, six great-granddaughters, and a brand
new great-grandson. She was very close to her brothers, Joe,
Mattes, and Robert, and her sister Mary. Mary and Marion
shared a birthday, but Mary was four years older. Marion
loved her children, her many relatives, and her friends dearly.
Marion was a people person and loved to talk with any-
one. She had many friends in the Panama Canal Zone, many
who retired to Kerrville and others who are now spread
around the US. Life in Kerrville and Greenwood Forest
allowed her to make many more friends in Texas. She was
something of a poet and kept the wide-spread family up to
date by writing an annual Christmas poem about us all for
many years. She was great at solving crossword puzzles. She
played Canasta with friends weekly. She was a member of the
Panama Canal Society.
Marion and her older sister Mary belonged to Eastern Star
in the Canal Zone and made many life-long friends in that
group. Daughter Mary Linda Fealey also was Eastern Star,
and her daughter Jamie followed in all their footsteps.
Fred and Marion were extremely happy with their choice
of Kerrville for their retirement. Fred grew tired of retirement
and worked as a guard for Schreiner College for 18 years, and
Marion was active as Secretary at the Hunt United Methodist
Church for many years. She and other Zonians enjoyed mak-
ing Christmas crafts for the annual church bazaar. Fred and
Marion lived in Greenwood Forest for almost 40 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred, daugh-
ter, Mary Linda, and granddaughter, Jamie Fealey.
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Robert Warner Widell passed
away on March 10, 2018. Bob was
born in Jacksonville, Fla., on
December 7, 1944, to Carl A. Widell
and Harriet Warner Widell. At three
years of age, he moved to West Palm
Beach, Fla., where his father began a
law practice. At age six, Bob moved
to the Canal Zone in Panama where
his father was employed with the
U.S. Army and then with the Panama
Canal Company.
Bob graduated from Balboa High School in 1962 and
enrolled at Duke University, graduating in 1966 with a B.A.
in History. That same year he accepted a Fulbright
Scholarship to live and study in Brazil. It was an experience
that informed his doctoral studies in Latin American politics
at Stanford University where he matriculated the following
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year. Bob earned his Ph.D. in 1974 having already accepted a
faculty position at Auburn University in Auburn, Ala. He
would remain at Auburn as a member of the Department of
Political Science until his retirement in 2009. In 1968, Bob
married Janet Hine, a high school classmate from the Canal
Zone. She joined him in California where she worked as a
community health nurse. In 1970, Bob and Jan welcomed
their daughter, Karen, and in 1974, following the family's
move to Auburn, they had a son, Robert, Jr.
In Auburn, the family became active members of the First
Presbyterian Church where Bob served in a variety of leader-
ship roles, including Clerk of Session. Dedicated to his stu-
dents, Bob oversaw the Model United Nations program at
Auburn, managed the Truman Scholarship program, and
served as the faculty adviser to Pi Sigma Alpha, the national
honor society for Political Science. He also spearheaded his
department's student advising, providing valuable guidance to
undergraduate students to ensure their graduation. Bob's
calm, quiet manner and sense of humor made him an ideal
person to handle these and other departmental duties.
Following his retirement, Bob enjoyed traveling the world
with Jan, reading books of all types, and building his personal
collection of movies and films. An avid cook, like his father
before him, he also spent many hours in the kitchen preparing
meals for family and friends. In addition, Bob volunteered
weekly at the Community Market of the East Alabama Food
Bank, took classes through the OLLI program at Auburn, and
followed the fortunes of both the Duke and Auburn athletic
teams. He was also a wonderful grandfather who loved every
minute he could spend with his three grandchildren.
Bob is predeceased by his parents, Carl and Harriet
Widell, and his sisters, Barbara Hopkins and Marjorie
Rathbone. He is survived by his wife, Janet; his children:
Karen Widell Fromhold (Matthew) and Robert W. Widell, Jr.
(Lauren Weinstock); his three grandchildren; his brother, Carl
Widell (Kay); and numerous nephews and nieces.
Specialist Walter Robinson spent his spare time working
on his invention which allowed him to “walk” across the Bay
of Panama. These “water shoes” were the first of their kind in
that they were stable enough for the wearer to propel them-
selves across rough waters and to navigate around obstacles.
Robinson patented the invention, which was made of plastic
foam and fiberglass, and tested it at the Clayton Teen Club.
From these tests, he determined that one could fish, fire a
rifle, and throw a football, among other things, while wearing
these water shoes. Robinson hoped the invention would be
used for a variety of purposes, by fishermen, lifeguards, and
even military personnel.
Robinson, along with his fellow “water-walking enthusi-
ast,” Craig Cobb, would be seen walking the Amador cause-
way near the entrance to the Panama Canal. Once, Robinson
successfully walked from the Fort Amador causeway to
Taboga Island in an 8-mile, 4 ½ hour journey in 1974.
Robinson always intended to walk the Panama Canal but was
initially denied due to safety reasons. He was finally granted
permission after negotiations, and he walked the length of the
canal, staying outside the main ship channel, the Gaillard Cut
and the Locks.
Records show that he also “walked” the Hillsborough
River in Tampa, Florida in 1974, and according to accounts
online, Robinson achieved his aspiration of walking the
length of the English Channel in 1978. Robinson pursued
these opportunities to “walk on water” not only for his own
enjoyment, but in order to publicize his invention, attract mer-
chandisers, and “stimulate the public.” While Robinson did
not see commercial success for his product, he did achieve a
fair share of glory and even earned a Guinness World Record.
(From the archives of UF Panama Canal Museum)
LOOKING BACK
WALKING ON WATER
Specialist Walter Robinson
Obituary submissions are only accepted from family members. We will accept online Funeral obituaries or newspaper obit-uaries if family submissions are not received by the Canal Record deadlines. Obituary pictures may be emailed to
[email protected] or mailed to the Panama Canal Society office. Emailed pictures must be submitted in a jpeg
or tif format in 300 DPI or higher.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITORCOACH RAYBOURN HONORED
We lost a Canal Zone resident in October, a trulyadmired man by all. Herb Raybourn (BHS’55) was awell‐known Coach for baseball in the Canal Zone. Hebecame a professional scout and discovered championsfor forty years. He started with the Pirates in 1969 butalso worked with the Blue Jays, Royals, and the Yankees.
The Pittsburgh Pirates honored his legacy and contri‐butions with an incredible list of Major League All‐Stars atLECOM Park in Bradenton Fla. At the ceremony to honorMr. Raybourn were the Pittsburgh Pirates GeneralManager Neal Huntington; Rennie Stennett, “Speedy”Omar Moreno, and “Sangy” Manny Sanguillen, all werefrom Panama. He also signed up Luther Quinn, RichardBurgoon and Tim Lane (all were from the Canal Zone),and also soon‐to‐be Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera for theYankees, who is also from Panama.
There were longtime Zonian friends and family at theceremony such as Ed (BHS’55) and Marcy Napoleon,
Lambert (BHS’55) and Betty Mantovani, Kenny Morris,Jim (Smiley) Morris, John Morris, Kelly (Morris)Fenton, Carlton Morris, John Disharoon, Mario Calleja,Victor Thompson, Elaine (Raybourn) Cantoche, Herb(Jr) and Christina Raybourn with daughters (Rebecca,Victoria, Theresa, and Veronica).
From John Disharoon; “I was humbled to continue mycontact with him for nearly 50 years and also luckyenough to be appointed by him as an associate scout withthe Kansas City Royals in the mid‐’80s while continuingmy own teaching career. (He had a role in that as well.)Those of us who played for him will never forget the dis‐cipline that he continually instilled in each and every oneof us. He wanted us to be the best that we could be.Thanks, Coach and may God Bless you.” Mr. Raybourn,please give my Mom a big hug, she loved you mucho!
Submitted by John Disharoon
CZ HAM RADIO OPERATORS
The family of the late Mike Paulson would like to con‐tinue his compilation of Canal Zone ham radio operators.If you are interested in contributing, please provide scansof the front and back of KZ5 QSL cards and send [email protected]. (See Obituaries.)
BANANA ZONE REBIRTH
On March 18, 2018, Banapiña put its first 54 laborersto work on the Renacimiento banana farm in PuertoArmuelles this week and expects to harvest later this year.Banapiña, a subsidiary of the transnational Del Montefruit company, signed a 20‐year, extendable contract withthe Panamanian government last year and is investing atleast $100 million over the next seven years to revitalizeof this once thriving headquarters of the Chiquita Banana‐slash‐United Fruit Company, abandoned now for almosttwo decades. The reactivation of the so‐called bananazone is expected to generate 3,100 direct jobs and 12,000indirect jobs, as well as a 900‐hectare production a yearand 2,725 boxes of bananas per hectare (or 2,452,500boxes bananas a year, if the math is correct.) The returnof the banana is part of an even broader $2 billionimprovement plan for the Chiriqui region with new hospi‐tals, schools, housing, stadiums, bridges and highways.
L‐R: Jackie Raybourn, Elaine (Raybourn) Cantoche,Herb Raybourn Jr., Rennie Stennett, Omar Moreno,Manny Sanguillen, Neal Huntington (Gen. Mgr.).(Picture courtesy of Dave Arrigo.)
L‐R (Front): Omar Moreno, Kenny Morris, MannySanguillen, Carlton Morris. Back: Rennie Stennett,Herb Raybourn Jr., Elaine (Raybourn) Cantoche, Kelly(Morris) Fenton.
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TOM GRIMISON REMEMBERED
The Grimison clan, along with friends and loved ones, gathered in Satellite Beach, Fla. on March 25 and 26, 2018, tobid farewell to their patriarch, Tom Grimison. (See Obituaries.)
The two days of events captured the essence of his life and spirit! To celebrate Tom’s love of the ocean, surfing, andsailing, family and friends gathered at the beach for a traditional paddle‐out. Surfers, including Tom’s sons, son‐in‐law,and grandsons, paddled out into the uncharacteristically Caribbean green Atlantic waters and surfed in after the shar‐ing of memories. A lone sailboat appeared on the horizon to top off the afternoon, and to let us know Dad was with us!
Later that evening, family and friends gathered at the Kiwi Tennis Club for a celebration of Tom’s life. The Kiwi facil‐ity was Tom’s last major architectural design project. In conjunction with the club’s owner, and Tom’s first cousin EdScott, he designed the Club with influences of his tropical Canal Zone upbringing. Several of Tom’s children, some oftheir friends, and Ed Scott shared memories.
The funeral Mass took place the next morning atHoly Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Indialantic,Florida. All of Tom’s eight children and his 19 grand‐children had parts in the Mass. It concluded with aMarine Corp honor guard presenting his family with anAmerican flag and playing Taps to commemorate Tom’smilitary service. A bagpiper led the procession aroundthe church to the internment. The service ended as theMarine Corp hymn was played on the bagpipe. We liketo think that Tom would have approved of his send‐offand that he knows how much we love and admire him.Until we meet again, Rest In Peace.
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Grimison siblings with spouses (L‐R): Ed and Christina(Grimison) Volonnino, Bill and Elizabeth (Grimison)Fahy, Patrick and Myra (Brannon) Grimison, Richard andDiana (Huff) Grimison, Geoff and Rebecca (Grimison)Pletcher, Eric and Rachel (Bottin) Grimison, Tom andMelinda (Grimison) Niemeyer, Matthew and Theresa(Harnish) Grimison. Tom Grimison’s 19 grandchildren
LANE FAMILY
The family of Priscilla (Price) Lane; McNair, Robin,Tim, Randall, Christopher, Sherri, Melisa, andCasandra would like to thank everyone who hasexpressed their sympathy with hugs, stories, cards andphone calls. We are deeply touched by your kind wordsand memories. They are of great comfort to us.
ADAMS TRAVELS
Adele (Farbman) and Robbie Adams of Arizona trav‐eled recently and Adele had the opportunity to visit withlife‐long friends.
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The extended Lane family
Robbie and Adele (Farbman) Adams and HelenBraswell.
Shelley Hicks and Adele (Farbman) Adams have beenfriends since their sophomore year at BHS.
Vivian Hooper Jackson, Adele (Farbman) Adams andSusannah Hite Simmons.
Annette (Voilette) Demming Adele (Farbman) Adamsand Penny Earl Bittinger.
SPACE COAST BUNCO XIII
Space Coast Bunco XIII was held at the Veterans Memorial Center, Merritt Island, Fla., on April 21, 2018. There were twenty‐six Space Coast Panazonians (SCP) at the event. Pattie Benny sent a contribution;
Gene and Carol Fritz traveled from Peachtree City, Ga. to attend the event. This year’s champions were JoElla Deakins, Janet Watkins, Bill Huff, and Judy Jenkins. Runners‐up were Lois
Andress, Connie Stoakley, Fran Meyer and Nikki Meyer. Connie won almost all the awards, scoring the most wins,most buncos, and traveling bunco. Penny Cañamás and Margaret Ender, who traveled from Ocala, Fla., also wonawards. Christina Volonnino was recognized for having attended all thirteen events.
SCP will be a sponsor of the Sunday Despedida at the Panama Canal Society’s 2018 annual reunion in Orlando, Fla.The Panama Amigos Lending Support (PALS) group sponsored a luncheon fundraiser for the Cape Canaveral
National Cemetery Wreaths Across America campaign. Sandwiches, sides, and desserts were donated by PALS mem‐bers.
Photos of Space Coast Bunco XIII can be viewed at http://drh68.zenfolio.com/p743237602.
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(L‐R) Front row: Pam Brown, Peggy Huff, Nikki Meyer, Betty Brown, Leslie Cook, Lois Andress Middlerow: Christina Volonnino, Jane Huff, Janet Watkins, Fran Meyer, Fran Morrissey, Penny Cañamás, Judy Jenkins,Sue Deakins, Jacque Vowell, Bebe DeNike. Back row: Frank Ender, Randy Deakins, JoElla Deakins, KathieMcConaughey, Margaret Ender, Sue Fisher, Carol Fritz, Bonnie Zemora, Connie Stoakley, Bill Huff, Gene Fritz.
Balboa High School1942 - Zonian Staff
(L-R): Paul Karst (Sports Editor);
Jane Lindstrom (Feature Editor);
Jane Lombrola (Editor-in-Chief);
Nan Stoner (Feature Editor); BillTownsend (Photographer).
LOOKING BACK
Panama Canal Lodge #1414 of the Benevolent andProtective Order of Elks, sends greetings to all our mem‐bers and amigos of the Panama Canal Society.
We celebrated our 96th anniversary on September 2,2017. We all have hopes of being around for the 100thyear celebration!
Art Mokray once again pulled off another successfulOctober Fest with German beer to fill your stein onOctober 7, 2017!
Elk members attended the Helen Keller School of theBlind's 65th anniversary on October 20, 2018. The eventwas dampened by the passing away of the school officeclerk Sara Douglas the week earlier.
On October 28, 2017, John Blennerhassett hosted theannual ENF Halloween party. We have some creativeminds when it comes to costumes!
There was a bad fire in the archipelago of San Blas onJanuary 16, 2018, sweeping through 14 dwellings. Thenext day Woody and Janice Dejernette, being blessedwith an abundance of donated clothes for another project,loaded their pickup truck and with Mike Andrews andCliff Acles headed to Carti Tupile to deliver much‐neededclothes and some household items.
On February 9, 2018, we lost fellow Elk, HerbFriedlander, 95 years of age. He was a highly decoratedUS Air Force WWII veteran pilot. Among his combat mis‐sions, he flew five particularly dangerous missions inFrance, including the Metz, Brest, Louviers, Hageneau. Hewas awarded many medals for his bravery.
Our “Spaghetti Cook‐Off” was held on February 24.2018, putting the judges Cliff Acles, Don Williamsonand Robin Moreland to the task of picking three winnersfrom the eight entries. The three prizes were close inranking! Awarded prizes were 1st place ‐ JaniceDejernette, 2nd place ‐ Gordy Will, and 3rd place ‐ KarenBlennerhassett.
During March 8‐11, 2018, we hosted our Florida digni‐taries, PGER Michael Smith and wife, Sandra, and ournew Special Representative Joseph A. Ortiz. Trying toshow Panama to Joe was difficult with this being his firstvisit and trying to complete his paperwork obligations.Before they knew it, it was time to pack up and return toFlorida. Maybe next year he can relax a little and enjoy alittle of Panama with his wife.
We held our annual St Patrick's Day Dinner on March17, 2018. Our servers, Janice Dejernette and SandraWallace filled our plates with corned beef prepared byAnna and Carl Opel, along with potatoes, carrots, andcabbage – hmm! Let's not forget the “shepherd pie” pre‐pared by the kitchen with Janet King's guidance. Manyother side dishes were brought in to compliment the mainmeal.
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Cliff Acles, Mike Andrews and Woody Dejernette
Don Williamson, Cliff Acles, Robin Moreland
Sandra and Mike Smith
April 1, 2018 was the start of our new year and wewelcome aboard our new officers; Exalted Ruler CliffAcles, Esteem Leading Knight Mike Stump, Esteem LoyalKnight John Blennerhassett, Esteem LecturingKnight George Wheeler, Secretary Art Mokray, TreasurerZella Will, Chaplain Janet King, Esquire Gary Marshall,Tyler Marian Tiblier, Inner Guard Mary Snavley,Trustees Janice Dejernette, Lenny Huff, WoodyDejernette, Boston Patterson, and Ted Henter.
If you're an Elk member, you don't want to miss thisyear's convention on July 1‐4, 2018, for the 150th ElksAnniversary at San Antonio, Texas. It's going to be a bigcelebration. You won't want to miss it!
In closing, in the Ritual of Elkdom, we extend our righthand in welcome to new members. So shall we stretchforth our hand to you in a spirit of fellowship, inviting youall to come to Panama Canal Lodge #1414, to mix and min‐gle with old friends and discover new ones, in doing so wemight build on our history together to increase our num‐ber and double our enjoyment in life!
Woody Dejernette, Reporter
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Francis Wilson and Janet King
L‐R: Anita Seifert, Ray Butler, Jeff Riley, Ed Wardlow,Vicki Sizemore, Ray Bierbaum, Anna Opel and CarlOpel.
John and Karen Blennerhassett
Woody Dejernette and Katya Bates
L‐R: Ed Wardlow, Gary Marshall. Lars Morales, ZellaWill, Lenny Huff, George Wheeler, Woody DejernetteMarian Tiblier, Cliff Acles, Janet King, Art Mokray,Mary Snavley, Janice Dejernette, John Blennerhassett.
Sandra Smith, Joe Ortiz, Mike Smith, and Ed Wardlow
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LOOKING BACK
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Curundu youth play baseball. L-R (Back): Joey Bremer, George Stanley Jr, JimmyHearn, Joe Peddrick, Jerry Worsham, Ray Miller, Umpire Mr. Lou Scigliane, PeteOtt, Mr. Ott. Front: Rupert Turner.
Tocumen airport the morning we left for college in the USA,
September 1, 1951.
The Pospoises into first place in the Interoceanic Swimming
League. L-R: Polli Woods, Vicki Sizemore, LorrieNaismith and Barbara Kotalik. 8/8/1966
INTEROCEANIC SWIMMERS
L-R: Mary Adelia Morley (Class of '52), Carl Posey(BHS’51), Mary Ellen Kelly (Class of '51), Louie Celerier(Class of '51) and Nancy Wells (Class of '52).
Submitted by Louie Celerier
COLLEGE BOUND
CZ FISHING PASS
CZ Fishing Pass issued to Alan Albright. Gift from Brian and
John Albright to the UF Panama Canal Society Collection.
FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE UF SMATHERS/PANAMA CANAL MUSEUM
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EMMA WALBAUM’S CLASS AT BHS DURING THE 1950s.
CAN YOU PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION FOR THE PICTURES?
COCO SOLO HOSPITAL
FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE UF SMATHERS/PANAMA CANAL MUSEUM
CAN YOU PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION FOR THE PICTURES?
PACIFIC MINOR LEAGUE
BHS PEP SQUAD - 1937
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ANNOUNCEMENTSCONTACT MINI-REUNION COORDINATOR - [email protected]
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BHS CLASS OF 195860th Anniversary
JUNE 28 and 29, 2018
We are planning our 60th Class
Reunion at the Panama Canal
Society Reunion Orlando World
Center Marriott, Orlando Fla. On Saturday, June 30th, we
will meet in hospitality room #14, and snacks will be pro-
vided. Please contact Billie Sue or Frank for information.
COME AND JOIN US – WE WANT TO SEE YOU THERE!
FACEBOOK: BALBOA HIGH SCHOOL 1958
BILLIE SUE SPENCER [email protected]
FRANK TOWNSEND [email protected]
CHS Class of 196850th Class Reunion
The Cristobal High School class
of 1968 will hold its 50th class
reunion in Orlando, Fla. This is in
conjunction with the Society
Reunion June 27 - July 1. Our functions will be on Friday,
June 27 and Saturday, June 28.
If you haven't received information already, please send
your email to me to receive future send outs. Can't wait to
see EVERYONE there!
Contact:
RENÉE (BALLOU) KRIMMINGER [email protected]
CHS CLASS OF 1963
We are putting together our 55th
reunion for the summer of 2018 in
conjunction with the Panama Canal
Society Annual Reunion from June
27-July 1, 2018.
Be sure to join the Panama
Canal Society and get your reservations in early. You must
be a member to get the special rate. You can call the office
(813-949-6699) or you can go onto their website
www.pancanalsociety.org.
We will have a hospitality suite on Thursday, Friday
and Saturday. We will have Arroz con Pollo for dinner on
Saturday night before the big dance. Please send contact
information for yourself and any classmates to:
TINKER HOLLOWELL COOPER
CONTACT MINI-REUNION COORDINATOR
BHS 1963
Classmates, it’s time to start
making plans to attend our
55th class reunion. Be sure
to get your reservations in
early.
Please send contact info to:
BARBARA DOMBROWSKY-SANDERS
GILBERT FREUND
CHS Class of '5860th Class Reunion
Can you believe it has been 60 years!
Please begin making your plans to
attend our 60th Reunion. We will be
holding our reunion in conjunction with the 2018 Panama
Canal Society Reunion in Orlando, Fla.
Send contact information for classmates and others who
would like to attend to:
WENDY COTTON CORRIGAN [email protected]
CAROL FLENNIKEN SCHWENKE
BHS 1968 Bulldogs50TH Class ReunionJUNE 27-JULY 1, 2018
“Reunited and It Feels so Good!”
Come and celebrate our 50th Class
Reunion at the Orlando World
Center Marriott! As always, we will
have a Hospitality Suite Thursday p.m. - Saturday. Please
be sure that you and anyone you know in our class renew
their membership to the Panama Canal Society (pancanal-
society.org) so that you are current members and you will
receive discounts for hotel room, food and drinks. If you
have not been receiving correspondence about our class
reunion, please send your e-mail address to:
LEE HARWELL GRANT TAMMY SCHICK DOHERTY
Go to WWW.BALBOA1983.MYEVENT.COMto find more information and to RSVP!
SPREAD THE WORD!
Attention
BHS Class of 1983!
We are making plans for our
35th Class Reunion to be held
in conjunction with the 2018
Panama Canal Society
Reunion in Orlando, Fla.
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CHS 1978 40TH CLASS REUNION
Classmates of CHS 1978 it's timeto start making plans to attendour 40th Class Reunion! We willbe holding our class reunion in conjunction with the 2018 Panama Canal SocietyAnnual Reunion. We are busy making plans. Be sureto join the Panama Canal Society and get your reserva‐tions in early.
FaceBook page:Tigers of 1978 ‑ 40 Year Class Reunion
Please send contact information for yourself and anyclassmates to:
STACY PARKER [email protected]
CONTACT MINI-REUNION COORDINATOR
BHS CLASS OF 197840th Class Reunion
We are having a hospitality suite available where we can
gather as a class Thursday, Friday and Saturday, June 28
– 30, 2018. Time to celebrate and have some fun! Join
us on Facebook.BALBOA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1978
Email us for more information at:
Contact:
MARY TOCHTERMAN [email protected]
PAUL BIERMAN [email protected]
Plans are underway for our40th class reunion celebrationto be held with the PanamaCanal Society Reunion.
CHS Class of 197345th Class Reunion!
FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2018
To be held in conjunction with
the Panama Canal SocietyAnnual Reunion at the Orlando World Center Marriott.
Check out our Facebook page CRISTOBAL HIGH SCHOOL ‑ CLASS OF 1973
Contact:JERRY COFFIN [email protected] HEPNER [email protected]
BALBOA HIGHSCHOOL
CLASS OF 1973
We are making plans for our class
reunion in 2018 in Orlando, Fla in
conjunction with the Society Reunion. Make sure we
have your current email and mailing address!
Contact JIM DUFFUS
BHS Class of 1971
65TH BIRTHDAY
We made it this far so let's
celebrate! Let’s get together
for dinner and happy hour.
Or we can hang out at the
spa pool. We will have
reserved tables at the
dances in conjunction with
the 2018 Panama Canal
Society Reunion. We hope
you will be able to join us.
Check out our Facebook page:
BALBOA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1971 - PANAMA
Contact:
KATIE OLLIVER HAAS
(719) 331-8106
WANTED:
Your old glasses are of no value to you, but theycould be another person’s most treasured posses‐sion.
Please send to:
PATT ROBERSON
2801 Allen Court
Baker, LA 70714-2253
GLASSES
DATES TO REMEMBER
Jun 27-Jul 1 PCS Annual Reunion, Orlando World
Center Marriott, Orlando, Fla.
July 21 NW PC Picnic, Gig Harbor, Wash. Contact Jimand Clover Duffus at [email protected] (541) 490-1682.
Sep 8 PCS General Meeting, Der Dutchman,Sarasota, Fla. 11:30 a.m. Contact Bob and CherylRussell at (813) 633-8916. See page 3.
Oct 6 Annual Oklahoma Picnic, Tulsa, Okla. For
more information contact Laura (Burns) Redemannat (918) 605-2334 or [email protected].
Oct 13 PCS Yacht Starship, 603 Channelside Dr.,
Tampa, Fla. Board at 11:30 am and Cruise from noon
– 2:00 p.m. Chairpersons: Shirley Avery and BettyLeDoux. For Cruise infomation contact the Society
office at (813) 949-6699. See page 4.
Nov 3 Space Coast Picnic and PCS GeneralMembership Meeting at Kelly Park East, located at
2550 North Banana River Drive, Merritt Island, Fla.,
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Contact Bob and FrancesMorrissey (321) 639-9092 or Bob and KathieMcConaughey (321) 452-7281 or RichardGrimison (321) 452-6246. See page 5.
CHS 1988 AND
CHS 1993
Hello CHS classmates. The Class
of 1988 and 1993 are combining
their class reunions together to
celebrate our special friendships and memories of
Cristobal High. Plans are underway for our Class
Reunion celebration, to be held in conjunction with the
2018 Panama Canal Society Annual Reunion.
SAVE THE DATE-JUNE 27-JULY 1, 2018
Check out our class reunion Facebook page (Cristobal HS
- Class of 1988 (30th Reunion) and 1993 (25th Reunion)
for further details. We are planning on having a large
hospitality suite on Friday and Saturday night. More
information and details coming. Please send us your
email address so we can forward you all the details.
Contact:
MICHELLE PARKS WARBURTON
JOANN ECKEL [email protected] LAATZ [email protected]
BHS CLASS 1998
We will be having out 20th class
reunion this year in conjunction
with the Annual Panama Canal
Society Reunion Jun 27th- July
1st, 2018.
We will have our class reunion activities on Friday and
Saturday. For more info check out our FaceBook page:
BALBOA HIGH SCHOOL PANAMA C/O 98
or contact:
KERISA JONES
CONTACT MINI-REUNION COORDINATOR
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BALBOA HIGH
SCHOOL
1988
We will be having our 30th Class
Reunion inconjuction with the
Panama Canal Society Reunion! Join us on Facebook at:
Class of 1988 Balboa High School Panamafacebook.com/groups/balboa88/
For more information contact:
DAVID SMITH
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JUNE 2018 Canal Record - Deadline April 7, 2018
OCTOBER 2018 Canal Record - Deadline August 4, 2018
DECEMBER 2018 Canal Record - Deadline October 6, 2018
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JULY 3 - JULY 7, 2019 - Orlando World Center Marriott
JUNE 24 - JUNE 28, 2020 - Caribe Royale Resort, Orlando, Fla.
JULY 7 - JULY 11, 2021- Caribe Royale Resort, Orlando, Fla.
JULY 6 - JULY 10, 2022 - Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando, Fla.
JULY 5 - JULY 9, 2023 - Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando, Fla.
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