Jim Seimas, Airing It Out: Cabrillo inducts best of the best during inaugural Hall of Fame ceremony- Bob Bugalski and Gene Johnson inducted!
Longtime Seahawk basketball coach Bob Bugalski, who entered the Cabrillo Hall of Fame as a member of its first class Saturday night, chats with Pat Lovell during dinner. (Bill Lovejoy - Special to the Sentinel)
Gene Johnson, who coached football and softball at Cabrillo during a career that spanned 37 years, greets his presenter, Pat Lovell, as he was inducted into the Cabrillo College Hall of Fame Saturday night at Seascape Resort. (Bill Lovejoy - Special to the Sentinel)
Jim Seimas, Airing It Out: Cabrillo inducts best of the best during inaugural Hall of Fame ceremony- Bob Bugalski and Gene Johnson inducted!
Gene Johnson, who coached football and softball at Cabrillo during a career that spanned 37 years, greets his presenter, Pat Lovell, as he was inducted into the Cabrillo College Hall of Fame Saturday night at Seascape Resort. (Bill Lovejoy - Special to the Sentinel)
Our famous classmateand author Nancy Ashcraft Herman at a book signing .
Truckee's Bookshelf Stores Inc.'s terrific staff set me up in their booth. Many people drifting in had just returned from the new museum at Donner Memorial State Park, nearby.
The Follies will be playing during the weekend of our Reunion! Please consider attending as we have one of our classmates performing! Jim Dugger is a member of the cast and he will be singing some of our favorite songs! Congrats Jim and we look forward to the Follies!
Jim Dugger- Singing in the Follies! Don't miss it!
Out to dinner with Marilee Irwin and Nancy Giberson (class of 67 and Bruce Giberson's sister).
Marilee is making fun of my Probert Family wine! It seems I put the label upside down! I can't see worth a darn anymore but the wine still is good! A nice Italian Sangiovese. Enjoy the upside down wine Marilee.
Fun evening with old classmates with my wife Barb and friends lisa and Granger. We're at the Pacific Grill in Cardiff by the Sea.
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High Times News- Carbillo Lanes Closed
Cabrillo Lanes on Arthur Rd in Watsonville is closed. How many memories do we have from hanging out at the bowling alley? Bowling, eating at the diner, or driving around the parking lot checking out what's happening!
Classmates have an early reunion lunch today at the "Bottega" in Yountville, (January 9th)!
This is so great to see friends of 60+ years still getting together and making memories. Wow.
Please send or post pictures of any gatherings you're attending. We all love it!
Charlie Banovac, Peter Harris, Janet Braycovich Banovac, and Sue Harris.
Everybody having a great time!
Manuel and Joan Schott Hernandez and Marilee Irwin.Manuel is sure lucky to have those two beautiful ladies on his right!
Nancy Aschraft Herman, Sharon Whaley, Ken Brownell and Ben Ragsac.
They're smiling which
means they're having a great time talking about the ole days at WHS!
Nancy Ashcraft Herman, Sue Harris and Barbara Fabry Serafin and Manuel talking on the right.
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The Watsonville "It's where my story begins" t-shirt modeled by our premier male model from Palm Springs, Jim Lopes! You're looking slim and trim and looking good Jim!!
Other High Times News:
JUST RELEASED - ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE MISSING WATSONVILLE!
Finally, the Santa Cruz County Elections Department has certified the November 4th election. I have won for Watsonville City Council for District 5 with 56% of the votes. For those still living locally I would love for you to attend my swearing-in which will be next Tuesday, December 9th, 6:30 pm Council Chambers, 4th floor Civic Plaza. Convenient parking on the 6th level in parking garage. From the class of '65 we are still committed to making Watsonville a thriving community.
Rebecca (Espinoza) Garcia
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Our famous classmateand author Nancy Ashcraft Herman at a book signing .
Truckee's Bookshelf Stores Inc.'s terrific staff set me up in their booth. Many people drifting in had just returned from the new museum at Donner Memorial State Park, nearby.
The Follies will be playing during the weekend of our Reunion! Please consider attending as we have one of our classmates performing! Jim Dugger is a member of the cast and he will be singing some of our favorite songs! Congrats Jim and we look forward to the Follies!
Jim Dugger- Singing in the Follies! Don't miss it!
Out to dinner with Marilee Irwin and Nancy Giberson (class of 67 and Bruce Giberson's sister).
Marilee is making fun of my Probert Family wine! It seems I put the label upside down! I can't see worth a darn anymore but the wine still is good! A nice Italian Sangiovese. Enjoy the upside down wine Marilee.
Fun evening with old classmates with my wife Barb and friends lisa and Granger. We're at the Pacific Grill in Cardiff by the Sea.
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High Times News- Carbillo Lanes Closed
Cabrillo Lanes on Arthur Rd in Watsonville is closed. How many memories do we have from hanging out at the bowling alley? Bowling, eating at the diner, or driving around the parking lot checking out what's happening!
Classmates have an early reunion lunch today at the "Bottega" in Yountville, (January 9th)!
This is so great to see friends of 60+ years still getting together and making memories. Wow.
Please send or post pictures of any gatherings you're attending. We all love it!
Charlie Banovac, Peter Harris, Janet Braycovich Banovac, and Sue Harris.
Everybody having a great time!
Manuel and Joan Schott Hernandez and Marilee Irwin.Manuel is sure lucky to have those two beautiful ladies on his right!
Nancy Aschraft Herman, Sharon Whaley, Ken Brownell and Ben Ragsac.
They're smiling which
means they're having a great time talking about the ole days at WHS!
Nancy Ashcraft Herman, Sue Harris and Barbara Fabry Serafin and Manuel talking on the right.
"High Times" News
The Watsonville "It's where my story begins" t-shirt modeled by our premier male model from Palm Springs, Jim Lopes! You're looking slim and trim and looking good Jim!!
Other High Times News:
JUST RELEASED - ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE MISSING WATSONVILLE!
Finally, the Santa Cruz County Elections Department has certified the November 4th election. I have won for Watsonville City Council for District 5 with 56% of the votes. For those still living locally I would love for you to attend my swearing-in which will be next Tuesday, December 9th, 6:30 pm Council Chambers, 4th floor Civic Plaza. Convenient parking on the 6th level in parking garage. From the class of '65 we are still committed to making Watsonville a thriving community.
Rebecca (Espinoza) Garcia
Christmas train from Watsonville!
Climb Aboard the Train to Christmas Town
This holiday season, fall in love with the heartwarming tale of Janice, a little girl who looks forward to riding the Train to Christmas Town every year with her brother and Grandmother. This year is a little different though, as readers of the story already know. Accompanied by a bag full of surprises, woodland friends and jolly elves, Janice relives happy memories as she rides the train to Christmas Town once again.
The conductor will welcome you aboard and punch your ticket as you find your seat in warm, decorated cars. Meet Bumblebee the Polar Bear, Wabash the Squirrel, even Zephyr the depot cat and laugh along with Elves while they’re busy serving cookies and cocoa, and leading guests in singing Christmas carols. Upon arrival at Christmas Town, Santa climbs on board and walks through the cars greeting each child with holiday cheer and his signature “Ho, Ho, Ho”!
Our very own "class of 65" Rebecca Espinoza Garcia won a seat on the Watsonville City Council. Congratulations Rebecca! We are so proud of you!
Ben Ragsac met up with some WHS friends at McCormick & Schmick's for dinner in Roseville Kathleen and George Tapiz, Dee Everett, Gary & Jan Birlem, Harvey & Fay Flores. Good times!!
Linda Provence Parsons visited Half Moon Bay to find the perfect Jack O Lantern
After all of the hard work Linda visits Marianne's Ice Cream Parlor a favorite place in Santa Cruz. What "tasty" memories!
Louise Bilicich
March 12, 1923~Sept. 14, 2014
Resident of Watsonville
Louise Bilicich, died peacefully at home on the morning of September 14th, surrounded by her family. She was 91 years of age. She was born on March 12, 1923 in San Francisco, CA, but spent her youth growing up in Santa Cruz. She was a graduate of Santa Cruz High School and also San Jose State University. During her college summers, she worked for Standard Oil in Richmond as a chemist trying to earn money for school. Pleased with her work, Standard Oil offered her a permanent position but, she returned to San Jose State to complete her degree. Professionally, she was a physical education teacher at Watsonville High School, teaching for 38 years.
In 1948, her life changed as she became Mrs. Louis Bilicich, marrying the love of her life, the custodian at Watsonville High School. Louise retired in 1983 and she, along with her magnificent husband, Louis, who proceeded her in death, traveled the world. She had a very full life and many, many friends.
She belonged to several community organizations some of which were, The Sons of Italy, Soroptimist International of Watsonville, Young Ladies Institute (Y.L.I.) and Watsonville Woman's Club. She also served as the President of the Recreation Advocates for 30 years, promoting and supporting activities for youth in the community. Louise was also an avid Bridge player, playing with various groups throughout the Central Coast. Watching Notre Dame football on Saturdays was a tradition along with regularly attending San Francisco 49er games with her daughter. She was looking forward to the new Levi's Stadium.
Louise is survived by her children, Dr. Nancy Bilicich, daughter; Louis Bilicich, Jr., son and his wife Daphne; and her grandchildren, Danica Louise Mason (Danny) of Washington State and Louis Anthony Bilicich, III of Texas.
Louise was as devout Catholic and currently a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church. Previously she was a member of St. Patrick's Parish.
Louise is preceded in death by her husband, Louis, her parents, Luis Zanetta and Amelia Doglione, both natives of Italy; her sister Rose and her half-brother, Dominic DeSante.
The family would like to express their deep gratitude to Father Al Megnon of San Francisco, Dr. Jeffery Mace, Dr. Mary Lou Romo and Annette Baldwin who was her care giver for two weeks.
A mass will be held on Friday, September 19th at 11 a.m. at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church.
Donations in Louise's memory may be made to Saint Francis Central Coast Catholic High School, Moreland Notre Dame School and Loaves and Fishes. Mehl's Colonial Chapel was entrusted with funeral arrangements.
- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/santacruzsentinel/obituary.aspx?pid=172492533#sthash.cKpam5a0.dpuf
John Dorey posted:
Went to see the Nazca Lines and Machu Picchu in Peru in May 2014. I am retired so I am working on my bucket list. Off to Africa next year. See you all at the reunion.
Nancy Ashcraft Herman, Sharon Whaley and Barbara Fabry Serafin got together yesterday in Auburn at a very "cool" restaurant called "Carpe Vino". It's great to see that old friends/classmates are still hanging out together after 50 years!
Sue Diamond Cooper and Barbara Fabry Serafin playing golf and Bridge @ Lahontan in Lake Tahoe. Two old friends from the Class of 65 still hanging out together and making great memories.
Sue is on her way to Vegas to c Kinky Boots! Sue, Please send us some pictures!
Our very own "Class of 65" Pamela Clark Anderson is an incredible author! We now have another author from our class! (see High Times for the article about Nancy Ashcraft Herman)
Pamela Clark Anderson is a former newspaper reporter, journal editor and author of educational texts
for computer software. She has taught throughout the United States and currently teaches history and writing to
high school and college students.
Pamela received her bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Long Beach State University. In The Beauty of Regret,
the mystery and legends of Africa are background to a stunning love story that follows the country’s
often violent and heartbreaking history. Pamela resides in California.
Please visit Pam's profile and congratulate her! We're so proud of you Pamela Clark Anderson!!!
Pam's book can be found on Amazon.com. Please visit and buy her wonderful book!
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What a thrill to speak and sign at last night's Friends of the Library fundraiser. I think it was a successful night for all of us! — at Placerville Library.(4 photos)
Garcia facing off against incumbent Dodge
Posted: Wednesday, Aug 13th, 2014 BY: TODD GUILD
Rebecca Garcia explores reasons why she decided to run for Watsonville City Council District 5 Tuesday at her Watsonville home. (Photo by Tarmo Hannula/Register-Pajaronian)
WATSONVILLE — Rebecca Garcia has thrown her hat in the ring to square off against incumbent Daniel Dodge for the District 5 seat on the Watsonville City Council in the Nov. 4 election.
Garcia has been involved in Watsonville politics for decades, an endeavor launched in earnest in 1988 when she joined the fight that resulted in the current district election system.
The court case Dolores Cruz Gomez v. the City of Watsonville, which made it all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, ended at-large elections and allowed voters in the city’s seven districts to choose their own representative.
The case was intended to end a system believed to be disenfranchising Latino voters.
“Many of us Latino leaders in this city fought really hard for that lawsuit because we wanted our voice — the Latino voice — to be heard on City Council, because it had not been heard,” she said.
For the complete article see the 08-14-2014 issue.
Ken Brownell's daughter is married in San Francisco this past weekend. August 2nd! Congratulations!
Friday night wedding before about 75 family and friends at the Presidio Yacht Club (very funky place) at Fort Baker below the Golden Gate Bridge. Saturday night a party of 150 or so at our golf club and Sunday brunch (dim sum) in the City. It was quite a weekend. I have also attached a picture of Sarah surfing in Cabo on the honeymoon. She's our baby by 5 years (just turned 30) and is the property manager at the Ferry Building. We're very proud of her.
“By illuminating the party’s incredible tragedy through the sorrowful eyes of a young girl, Herman shines a bright, ominous light that will never go out. An evenhanded, informative account of an American catastrophe.” -Kirkus Reviews.Read full review.
“This book could be of great significance if placed in classrooms throughout California as part of the social studies curriculum. I highly recommend this book to all ages alike…” (five stars). -San Francisco Book Review.Read full review.
“… should be required reading for California students. It’s going on my child’s summer reading list.” -Heidi Komlofske-Rojek, President & CEO, City Book Review.
Nancy A. HermanAll We Left Behind | Virginia Reed and the Donner Party
Amy Newell is appointed Director of the Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency.
Yeah and congrats to Amy Newell!!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 26, 2013
PVWMA BOARD WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR
Watsonville, CA - The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency (PVWMA) went looking for a director to represent District C, the city of Watsonville, and quite happily found Amy Newell. Newell’s appointment was unanimously approved at the February 20, 2013 meeting to fill the remaining term of director Dennis Osmer.
Newell graduated from Watsonville High School and holds degrees from Stanford University and the London School of Economics. As the daughter of two active trade union parents, it was no surprise that she followed them into the labor movement. She spent twenty-two years working for the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE) in various capacities in many different parts of the United States. Newell eventually was elected to the position of General Secretary-Treasurer and served nine terms of office before retiring from UE in 1994.
Aging parents brought Newell back to the Pajaro Valley in 1995. Since then she has served as the business agent of the Monterey Bay Central Labor Council, as a national organizer for U. S. Labor Against the War in Iraq, and as an organizer for the University Professional and Technical Employees at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Retiring for good in 2010 Newell turned her seemingly unlimited energy to volunteering locally. She has served on the board of Action Pajaro Valley, as a volunteer with Children’s Hospice, as a state park docent, and most recently as a member of the PVWMA Ad Hoc Basin Management Plan (BMP) Committee. It was her work with the BMP Committee that heightened her awareness of water challenges in the Pajaro Valley Basin and led to a desire to join the PVWMA Board when Osmer’s resignation created a vacancy. Newell will take her seat during the March 20, 2013 board of directors meeting.
The PVWMA is a public agency whose mission is to protect and preserve the water resources within the agency’s jurisdiction, generally the greater coastal Pajaro Valley.
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Once upon a reunion two old friends reunited. It was the "2009" Gathering of Catz multi-class reunion. Richard DePuy (He's the good looking guy on the right) ran into
Nancy Roark. They had a wonderful night reminiscing and talking about the good ole days!
They began dating after the reunion. Then..............
They had a Cinderella ending and the got married and lived happily everafter!
(Don't panic. They didn't have a baby! It's their grandchild!) Congratulations to you both and the Class of 65 wishes you health and happiness and we celebrate in your new life together.
The moral of this story...............You never know what might happen at a class of 65 reunion!
Jim Lopes' daughter, Jane, just won a Young Sommeliers Competition in Carmel, CA. She won an outstanding trip and is the toast of NYC. Congratulations !
It is 1846, and thirteen-year-old Virginia Reed is pioneering two-thousand miles from Illinois to California with her parents, younger sister and brother, and the Donner family. She’s proud to ride ahead of the wagon train each day beside her beloved father, James.
But enthusiasm turns to alarm when her father and other party leaders make decisions that put the families dan...more
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