Tech Alumni Guestbook - Message Board

Archives #2:  June 14, 2008 to April 26, 2012

 

 


On April 26, 2007, I opened this website with a short message.  Now, five years later, it's time to close it.  All pages remaining on the site will remain "as is".  They will not be changed again or updated. 

The Tech Alumni website contains a wealth of vital information and history, which will be essential to a new generation during genealogy research.  It's imperative to keep it on the internet and I'll do that as long as I can.  Since all of the files can be freely downloaded, it'll be up to someone in the future to keep the information on the internet.  A lot of us worked very hard to put it there.

My sincere thanks to all who helped us during this 5 years and especially to those who stayed with us to the end.  You'll find many messages from them in this archive.

Gene Gill
webmaster
   

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Date 03:59 PM - Apr 04, 2012
Your Name Brenda Pipkins / Lantrip
Tech Year 72-73
Email lantrip7674@aol.com
Comments
Gene, Thank you for all the work you put into this Tech website, I really enjoyed looking at all the yearbooks and reminiscing about the good old days!
Best wishes and Happy Retirement!

 
Date 03:58 PM - Mar 29, 2012
Your Name Michael Perfetti
Tech Year 1970
Email starcrzr@comcast.net
Comments
Looking for "Larry Alexander" class of "70" - regular party boys at the old "Tonga Club" for those of you that remember the place. I'll have to get Vance Lauderdale from Memphis Magazine to do a "Memphis Memories" place for teen clubs back then.

Cheers

 

Date 06:25 PM - Mar 27, 2012
Your Name Brenda Lantrip
Tech Year 1973
Email lantrip7674@aol.com
Comments
I would like to hear from Ms Jennie Morris-
my 11th grade English teacher-1973.
She was so kind and encouraging,I will always remember her for that.

 

Date 12:42 PM - Mar 27, 2012
Your Name Roy Johnson
Tech Year 1950
Email roynpegjohn@aol.com
Comments
Gene, It's been said that "All good things must come to an end". In the case of the Tech High Alumni Website, a great thing is coming to an end. You can be immensely proud of your creation & of the pleasure the website has given to so many people. You have made Tech High more than just a memory, it is a state of mind.

 

Date 11:16 AM - Mar 27, 2012
Your Name Glenda Dearing Parks
Tech Year 1966
Email gparks@tecinfo.com
Comments
Gene, thank you so much for all the time (and I'm sure expense) that you have given to this fabulous website. I have enjoyed looking back at the class rosters and keeping up with reunions and obits through the years. You will certainly be missed. I pray that God will bless you immensely in return for all that you have given to us Techites.

 

Date 01:52 PM - Mar 26, 2012
Your Name Katherine Brademeyer Crane
Tech Year 1949
Email kcrane923@att.net
Comments
Gene: What a blessing you hav been to all Techites - not many people give so freely of their time. While not many of my classmates have been visible on the message board, I know they join me in thanking you for this wonderful gift. God Bless you. Also thanks to all that helped you keep this going.

 

Date 09:21 AM - Mar 26, 2012
Your Name Ruth Hage St.Peter
Tech Year 1955
Email ruthpete44hotmail.com
Comments
Gene, thanks for a wonderful job on our web site, it sure is nice to have all the classes for everyone to visit,if it wasn't for you we would have nothing out there. Thanks again.


 

Date 08:57 PM - Mar 25, 2012
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
Gene, thank you so much for your hard work and everything you have done for all of the Tech Alumni! May God bless you always!

Wow! I am really sad to see Gene's retirement announcement. He has devoted so much time to the absolutely wonderful Tech website. I have really enjoyed many hours looking through all of the information about Tech and looking through so many of the class rosters. I have many memories of Tech that span from 1965 to 1969. When I left Memphis in 1969, very reluctantly I might add, I lost contact with many. I've been able to renew friendships through this fantastic website, and wish I had been able to reach more of those friends from years past. This may not have been a reality without the fantastic work and the many hours Gene devoted to this great website.

Love and friendship...especially to the Class of 1969,
Anita


 

Date 08:32 PM - Mar 24, 2012
Your Name Linda Barnes Wayman
Tech Year 1966
Email mscsippy@aol.com
Comments
Thank you for all the time you have devoted to this site. I hope you know how much you are appreciated. We are all going to miss it a lot, but I wish you the best.
Linda


 

Date 04:36 PM - Mar 24, 2012
Your Name Phyllis GARY Treffinger
Tech Year 1969
Email btref@comporium.net
Comments
Gene Gill,

With this shocking tragic news you have delivered today, I just want to take a moment to acknowledge that this website has truly been a "gift".

You sir, are the GREATEST!!!!!!


 

Date 02:04 PM - Mar 24, 2012
Your Name Barron & Karolyn
Tech Year 1986
Email Barkar86@yahoo.com
Comments
This forum will be missed, this was the only means of knowing about reunions and mettings. I was hoping to make it to at least one reunion since Barron has finally retired from the USAF in Dec 2010. Since we never could attend one, because we spend most of his serving time overseas. Well, since I we move closer to Memphis now, I will run into some old classmates. Thanks for all your time you all put into this web sites, I have enjoyed it throughout these years, many thanks, sayornra


 

Date 08:32 PM - Mar 15, 2012
Your Name Edward C. Bell
Tech Year 1961
Email eddingdong@comcast.net
Comments
We will be having a 1960-1966 Reunion Committee meeting Saturday March 17, 2012 at Amerigo's Restaurant on Ridgeway at Park Ave. at 12:00 o'clock noon. Sure would like to see some new faces. The Secretary's position will be open for nominations . For more details call Ed Bell Cell 901-674-9810 or home 731-376-0637.


 

Date 08:00 AM - Mar 09, 2012
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments


Hello Ladies,
It's time for another Luncheon!
Everyone seemed to enjoy our Picnic in the Park so guess what?
Yes.....
The Tech High Ladies Luncheon will be another
Picnic In the Park
The class will meet on March 24, 2012 at 11:00 at the Fairgrounds, Parkway @ Central, next to Fairview Jr. High School. In front of the water fountain on Tiger Lane.
Just bring a sack lunch (or whatever you would like). Drinks and Dessert will be provided. Please bring a lawn chair because there are no tables or chairs there (if possible bring a extra chair for those who will forget).

Please RSVP:
Harriett Runnion Crews at harriett@crewsrealty.com or 901-854-0304
Cecilia Hatch Shettles at cshettles2003@yahoo.com or 901-428-0535

Thanks and we hope to see lots of Ladies there!


 

Date 03:22 PM - Mar 07, 2012
Your Name Pat Malone
Tech Year 1970
Email Pat.Malone52@yahoo.com
Comments

TECH HIGH SEVEN - 1967 thru 1973

ANNUAL MEET-N-GREET

April 21, 2012 . 6 PM

Garibaldi's Pizza . Germantown

Located in the Shopping Center off West Street behind Eddie Bower Store.

All you can eat Spaghetti, Salad, Pizza, and Drink - $7.95 per person
Bring your own wine - No cork fee.

Contact: PAT MALONE if you plan to attend: Pat.Malone52@yahoo.com
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Date 12:16 PM - Mar 06, 2012
Your Name Delorise Booth
Tech Year Na
Email dejobo24@yahoo.com
Comments
I find your web page quite interesting; it provides information I have not known about. Perhaps you can assist me in my research about old African American neighborhoods around 1920.

My 97 year old mother-in-law and I are writing her memoirs, and she can't recall the name of an area perhaps called Nonconnah, where there was a school for African Americans - perhaps, Nonconnah Woods.

She refers to the area as being "in the country" when she and her brother rode in a horse-drawn buggy with their father on house calls. They lived in South Memphis at the time, so it must have been rather close to where they lived.

We would be grateful if you are able to provide any information about that school or that area.

Delorise Booth
Alma Roulhac Booth


 

Date 02:22 PM - Feb 26, 2012
Your Name Miranda Mccraw
Tech Year 1972
Email mirandajones23@gmail.com
Comments
I would like to hear from old classmates and be updated on upcoming reunion dates. (class of 1972}


 

Date 01:43 PM - Feb 22, 2012
Your Name Steve Wright
Tech Year '66
Email swright294@gmail.com
Comments
Does any former Techite know where Ruth Butts, my Tech High Speech Teacher in '65 & '66 may be? I have thought many times of how much I learned from her that has been of great assistance to me over the years.


 

Date 02:40 AM - Feb 16, 2012
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments

another message from chuck brady
vlass of 1970


Hi,
Well, I've finally got to my last stop here in Afghanistan. I am now at a base called Shindand Air Base. It is located in the mountains northwest of Kandahar. We are located about 48 miles from south of Iran, This air base is the second largest base and the safest to be at. This base has only been hit by incoming rocket fire only once in the last 6 months, The base is about 26 square miles. The air field here is occupied by the US Army and the Afghanistan Army and is heavily protected by air patrol. There are thousands of military personnel here along with about 27,000 workers from DynCorp and other government agencies. We are sleeping in tents with 8 people to a tent. This is a true tent city. Hundreds of tents. I'm suppose to move to a different tent in the next couple of days so I can be with the other foremen of the electrical department. I have about 19 more online training courses to take and get my certificates of completion before I can actually be involved with the work. So far everything is looking pretty good.. The weather here is fairly cold during the evening and night hours and sunny and cool during the day. It is soooo dusty and dry here because they only have a few days out of the year that gets any rain. Last year they said that the temperatures got up to 135 in August but starts cooling down in September. The mountain terrain is all around this base.

When I was in Dubai during my stay for 4 days as "stand-by", I got to do a little sight seeing. It has been a real experience with the travels to get here. While we were at Kandahar military base, the morning we arrived there, the base got hit by 2 rocket fires before we landed there. Nothing was hit or damaged. There are alway attacks at that base, we were told. During my 4 day stay there in Kandahar we were awakened early in the morning around 2:30 with a bunch of rocket fire from helicopters buzzing around the outside perimeters of the base shooting at something going on. Our stay at Kandahar was only a transition base to get people from Dubai to their working FOB (Forward Operating Base). Some were transfered by helicopter and some by military air. We are about an hour and half flight from Kandahar by military prop plane. The mountains coming over here are a awesome site. They have snow covered tops. Not a dang tree in sight though. the Afghans and Taliban have poppy fields all over the place. That's about the only green that you can see from the air. It is rough terrain and full of Taliban.

Shindand will eventually will be the 2nd largest military base covering about 50 square miles. I've already meet up with some pretty good guys that willl become some good friends will I'm here. One of the guys I met is from Lynchburg and he rides a Harley. There is every kind of job imaginable here. If you want to clean porta potties there's openings. LOL There is a lot of work going on here for the next few years. They are all ready talking about moving all of the construction trades to a different area on base because of so much work going on and all construction trades are growing to the point of outgrowing our current on base location. The move is suppose to take place by the 1st of April. I'll stay in touch and keep everyone informed. Hope all is going well back at home.. write back soon.

My mailing address is as follows if you are interested;

C. Brady 008740
DynCorp International
FOB SHHINDAND
LOGCAP IV
AFGHANISTAN
APO - AE 09382



Chuck Brady
cbrady3434@aol.com


 

Date 02:39 AM - Feb 10, 2012
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
the note below is from chuck brady class of 1970.
please e-mail him when you get a chance.
rob jolly


Hey, am I missed yet? LOL .....Thought I'd send everyone a little note and tell you that I'm in Dubai waiting on my flight orders to come in from DynCorp that will send me on into Kandahar, Afghanistan. About thirty of us got here Monday after a 13 hour flight from Dallas/Ft Worth and are staying here at the Dubai Grand Hotel (which isn't so grand). We have been waiting around everyday to see if and when we take our flight out of here. Meanwhile we have enjoyed the stay sightseeing and visitiing and walking the 3 HUGE malls. One mall even has an indoor actual ski slope built inside with everything from ski lifts, snowboarding, skiing, and all kinds of fun sled stuff for the kids. We went to the world's tallest building, the Borj Khalif, amazingly tall. Couldn't go up in it to the observation level, because the tickets for the times to go up are all reserved a couple of days in advance. The other building and structures are a archectural marvel. We have roll call every morning at 8:00 here (10pm your time) and an evening muster/rollcall at 6:pm (8am your time). We are allowed to leave and see the sights of Dubai as long as we are back by evening muster/roll call. The weather here is great, around 75 degrees during the day and around 55 at night. There's not much grass around, mostly sand and rock. How did they build all those tall buildings on sand is a marvel in it's self. There is a monorail system that runs around Dubai, which makes it easier to get to one place or another. Dubai is about 50 miles square Very large city all spread out. So we are trying to enjoy the weather and accomodations here now, because when we get to Kandahar we will be staying in a bunker tent with sleeping cots until we are assigne to which ever military work base we get assigned to. Some have been held there on "stand by" for as long as three weeks in the cold and rain. I'd rather be on "stand by" here.
I'll get back in touch with everyone after I get to my assigned base in Kandahar.
Take care, and please write...it gets boring around here at night...LOL!


Chuck Brady
cbrady3434@aol.com

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Date 12:59 PM - Feb 02, 2012
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Coach Sylvester Ford was featured in a great article in the Wednesday, February 1, sports section of the Commercial Appeal. Students and staff from the '70's will remember him as an outstanding mentor of Tech students both on and off the basketball court. Coach Ford has gone on to become the third top-winning coach in Shelby County.


 

Date 05:54 PM - Feb 01, 2012
Your Name david lytle
Tech Year 54
Email dl1861@gmail.com
Comments
hello,tech, great site.


 

Date 10:49 AM - Jan 30, 2012
Your Name Buddy Tucker
Tech Year 1968
Email Tuckerjohn2006@comcast.net
Comments
Janet Roland, I just talked to David French. Sorry to hear of your loss. No my wife won't hurt me if you contact me.


 

Date 09:16 PM - Jan 26, 2012
Your Name Susan Stanley Miskovsky
Tech Year 1964
Email susanvango@yahoo.com
Comments
My good friend Norma Martin Jones passed away from an anurism a couple days after Christmas. It was unexpected.
She was in the class of 62. Please keep her family in your prayers.

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WEBMASTER NOTE:
Norma's obituary has been posted on the 2011 Obituary Page of the website and next to her 1962 Yearbook photo (Click on her name).
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Date 12:57 PM - Jan 25, 2012
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
CHUCK BRADY........ our Mr. Tech from the Class of 1970, is going to Afghanistan for the next year to start work as an Electrical Supervisor. Please keep Chuck in your prayers and e-mail him at Cbrady3434@aol.com.
thanks
rob jolly


 

Date 11:00 PM - Jan 22, 2012
Your Name michael t.
Tech Year 1982
Email mikewalls10@yahoo.com
Comments
mrs. shinault was the english teacher at tech that gave you social culture, poetry,etymology, and discipline. thank GOD for mrs. shinault , she made us go to the limit. michael t. c/o 1982


 

Date 02:16 PM - Jan 22, 2012
Your Name "Lonnie" Byrd
Tech Year 1963
Email wbyrd8@cox.net
Comments
Amazing msg board. Searched for classmates and found a few. Great to know something about them from those earlier days. Residing in AZ for 30+ years. Still working...no intention of retiring...Never married except to work! Saw Bill Shelton's post where he mentioned the play "Love is in the Air"...remembered helping out with art and theatre items...Anyone know anything about Jim Millsaps who was one of the actors? Great site...thx


 

Date 11:30 PM - Jan 17, 2012
Your Name Barron & Karolyn
Tech Year 1986
Email barkar86@yahoo.com
Comments
Mrs Shinault was really one of Tech Finest English teacher. She will remain in our heart always.(never forgotten,but missed)


 

Date 08:57 AM - Jan 13, 2012
Your Name Judy Keeton
Tech Year 1960
Email r_v_p@Bellsouth.net
Comments
I was a jr. in 1960 my family moved to Byhia,MS the summer between my jr.and sr. year I am looking for Barbara Williams class 1961. I am married to Vernon Pierce we live in Shelbyville,Tn


 

Date 06:15 PM - Jan 10, 2012
Your Name Tyrone Robinson sr
Tech Year 1982
Email tyrone.robinson61@yahoo.com
Comments
Happy New Years,2012. Miss all my class family at tech.U should know that if some1 would have told me as I look back on these days. I would have done some thing, much better.Im happy and bless,still in the land of the living. working hard,going to church.minister of music.A DJ for 1380am/1600am gospel station.u can hear me and my gospel every sunday morn on 1380,730am to 830am. have any1 hear, went we going to have a reunion.for 2012.email me, plz.all of tech member member can get with me. love u all. and Im the only1. smile with blessing.


 

Date 08:04 AM - Jan 09, 2012
Your Name Edward C. Bell
Tech Year 1961
Email eddingdong@comcast.net
Comments
DID ANYONE KNOW MARGARET ALLEN HUGHES FROM TECH. SHE WAS IN TODAYS SUNDAY 1-8-12 OBITUARIES. IT DID NOT GIVE HER AGE. LOOKED IN MY YEARBOOKS, COULD NOT FIND HER. THERE IS A PICTURE OF HER IN TODAYS PAPER?

DOLLY

Note from Webmaster:

Ed, Please look at the OBITUARY PAGE on the Tech Alumni website. Her Obit appears there, listing her in the Class of 1942 - so you can figure out her age. Her yearbook photo appears on the opening page of the 1942 yearbook on the website.

Gene
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Date 02:37 PM - Jan 03, 2012
Your Name Calvin R Williams
Tech Year '73
Email Riyadh1044@gmail.com
Comments
I am saddened to learn of the death of my homeroom teacher Mrs. Willie B. Shinault! She was one of many facilitators/teachers at Tech that guided my path into adulthood and continued education. I will as with so many others miss her. I posted this notice in every newspaper in every language I speak...God speed on your journey Mrs. Shinault!

Je suis attristé d'apprendre la mort de mon professeur titulaire de classe de Mme Willie B. Shinault! Elle a été l'un des animateurs de nombreux / enseignants Tech qui a guidé mon chemin dans la vie adulte et la formation continue. Je vais comme tant d'autres lui manquer. Vitesse de Dieu sur votre voyage.

يحزنني أن يتعلم من وفاة السيدة بلدي homeroom المعلم Shinault باء ويلي! كانت واحدة من العديد من الميسرين / المعلمين في التقنية التي وجهت طريقي الى مرحلة البلوغ والتعليم المستمر. وأنا كما هو الحال مع الكثير من الآخرين نفتقدها. إله السرعة في رحلتك.

Ich bin traurig über den Tod meiner Klassenlehrerin Frau Willie B. Shinault lernen! Sie war eine von vielen Moderatoren / Lehrer an, dass Tech geführte meinem Weg ins Erwachsenenalter und Weiterbildung. Ich werde wie bei so vielen anderen vermisse sie. Gott Geschwindigkeit auf Ihrer Reise.

Ben benim homeroom öğretmen Bayan Willie B. Shinault ölüm öğrenmek için üzüntü! O, yetişkinlik ve sürekli eğitim içine benim yol rehberlik Teknik birçok kolaylaştırıcılar / öğretmenler biriydi. Gibi pek çok kişi onu özledim ile olacaktır. Tanrı hız yolculuğa.

Ја сам тужан да науче о смрти мог хомероом учитеља госпођа Вили Б Схинаулт! Она је била једна од многих фацилитатора / наставници на ПЦ који је водио мој пут у одраслом добу и наставио образовање. Ја ћу као и многи други јој недостајати. Бог брзине на свом путовању.

Calvin R Williams
Class '73


 

Date 10:38 AM - Jan 03, 2012
Your Name Joyce Brashier Pennington
Tech Year 1974
Email joycepenningtonheber@yahoo.com
Comments
I'm still in touch with Thomas Woodley, Connie Scott, Jana Stephens, Micky Jolley, Ward, and others. Bill Keith is still a great artist. RIP Jobie Walker my favorite teacher of all time. RIP Roy Pickler the only friend I have ever know to be able to flip backwards. Funny how we come back here. We miss our friends.


 

Date 09:28 AM - Jan 03, 2012
Your Name Ruthie Sanders Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all!!!!!!


 

Date 12:33 PM - Jan 01, 2012
Your Name Teresa(Howe) Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email chowbaby55@yahoo.com
Comments
Just received word that Sylvia Cole (married name unknown) passed away last night - arrangements unknown at this time


 

Date 12:11 PM - Jan 01, 2012
Your Name Regina Lee Page
Tech Year 1969
Email ladyregina999@yahoo.com
Comments
Happy New Year!


 

Date 04:08 PM - Dec 31, 2011
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
It is less than five hours left in the old year, and my prayer for all of you is that 2012 will be a wonderful year!


 

Date 07:44 PM - Dec 28, 2011
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
I pray each of you had a very Merry and Blessed Christmas. I hope each of you have fond memories of years past and you have made new memories of the present.

My sincere wishes to all for a safe, prosperous and Happy New Year. May you all be blessed with the gifts of peace, joy, happiness, and most of all......the gift of love.

Anita


 

Date 11:36 AM - Dec 28, 2011
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
Sad news today of the passing of a dear friend and fellow classmate (1968) Patricia Hodges Holland. My sincere condolences go out to her husband Kenny (class of 1968), son Lee, and daughter Patty.


 

Date 08:15 PM - Dec 25, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
May Each and Every TECH ALUMNI and Family Members have a Very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR. May GOD Continue To BLESS Each & Everyone of YOU!!!


 

Date 05:18 PM - Dec 25, 2011
Your Name George Wainright
Tech Year 1960
Email gwainright@comcast.net
Comments
It would be nice if those of us who write would include the year we graduated, like mine is 1960.


 

Date 05:46 AM - Dec 25, 2011
Your Name Ersellee "Leigh" Moran-Kendrick
Tech Year 1948
Email leigh_Kendrick@comcast.net
Comments
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR.

To Gene Gill for your love for Tech Hi. I have enjoyed working with you on the updates. May God bless and keep you & yours safe through the new year.


 

Date 07:26 AM - Dec 24, 2011
Your Name Betty Dunaway Money
Tech Year 67
Email alleyhound2@aol.com
Comments
We went to such a pretty school. Loved my Tech years - some of my best times were there. They will always be in my heart.


 

Date 12:28 PM - Dec 21, 2011
Your Name james k taylor
Tech Year 1964
Email jkts@bellsouth.net
Comments
wish all my tech alums a blessed Christmas and a blessed New Year.


 

Date 08:12 PM - Dec 17, 2011
Your Name Edward C. Bell
Tech Year 1961
Email eddingdong@comcast.net
Comments
Hello Everyone,

We are planning another Tech High luncheon at Huey’s, 4872 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN, on Thursday the 29th of December at 1:00 PM. Bob Cheevers (class of 1961) is coming in from Austin, TX and will be in attendance. Any and all are invited and welcome. Hope to see you there for the best hamburger in Memphis.

Ed Bell


 

Date 03:11 PM - Dec 16, 2011
Your Name Calvin R Williams
Tech Year '73
Email Riyadh1044@gmail.com
Comments
Hello,
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all my former classmates and Memphis Tech Alumni!

Bonjour,
Joyeux Noël et une Bonne Année à tous mes anciens camarades de classe et Memphis Tech Alumni


 

Date 12:59 PM - Dec 13, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
My heart goes out to Aaron Hatch, my former student, who recently lost his beloved wife, Mary Lou.


 

Date 04:03 PM - Dec 11, 2011
Your Name Colleen Shah
Tech Year 1968
Email colynnshah@att.net
Comments
Hello, Does anyone know when the class of 1968 is having a reunion?

Colleen


 

Date 03:10 PM - Dec 10, 2011
Your Name Eddie J Jones
Tech Year 1980
Email vizionconcepts@yahoo.com
Comments
The All Alumni Mixer for Memphis Technical High (All Years) has been reschedule for January 14, 2011. 9:00 am to 1:00 am.. Giving us time to contact all of the Classes.

Thank you for patience

Eddie


 

Date 10:35 AM - Nov 28, 2011
Your Name Elaine Brademeyer McAdams
Tech Year 1957
Email e-tmcadams@comcast.net
Comments
Blue and Gold Buzz


Go to..
Blue and Gold Buzz
Open.. Commercial Appeal
"Mid-South Memories"
Check out the good-looking kids.........

 


 

Date 09:45 PM - Nov 23, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
May Each & Every TECH ALUMNI & Their Family Members Have A Happy & Healthy THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY. May GOD Continue To BLESS Each & Everyone of YOU!!!

 

 

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Date 03:20 PM - Nov 17, 2011
Your Name Eddie J Jones
Tech Year 1980
Email vizionconcepts@yahoo.com
Comments
This is a Mix and Mingle event for all alumnus from the Memphis Tech Yellow Jackets. (Blue and Gold night) Come and meet some of your classmates and share some old stories and new news with this special occasion. Remember, Tech was the only school in the city that anyone in the city could come to. So this is not a neighborhood school, we were a school of a lot of neighborhoods. Come represent and enjoy the relax music of the 60's thru 80's. Inbox for more information and if you want to volunteer or suggest any ideas... Hit me in my inbox...

Spread the Word to all Tech Alumnus
The first of it's Kind

Admission Price $10.00

MORE INFORMATION ON THE REUNION SECTION OF THE WEBSITE.
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Date 08:29 AM - Nov 17, 2011
Your Name Danny Boyd
Tech Year 1967
Email dboyd@mercuryprtg.com
Comments
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and Christmas is on the way! Hope everyone has a Great, Happy and Safe Holiday Season.


 

Date 09:05 AM - Nov 05, 2011
Your Name Tom Turner
Tech Year 1963
Email tenntomt@gmail.com
Comments
Really great website. Thanks for the hard work putting this together. Does anyone know the whereabouts of Arlene Adams and Lonnie Byrd class of '63? Lonnie and I joined the army together after graduation. I had a huge crush on Arlene.


 

Date 07:59 AM - Nov 02, 2011
Your Name Sherry Handley
Tech Year 1955
Email sherryhandley@bellsouth.net
Comments
I did not attend Tech but both my parents did and I am trying to locate my birth father. His name is Gerald E Johnson, I am trying to find out his family in formation to help locate him. His mother and fathers name, did he have any brothers and sisters. I would give you my mothers name but she does not want to be contacted. But she was associated with tech she was active in ROTC and graduated in 1955. Thank you, with any help you can give. Sherry Handley, Savannah, TN


 

Date 07:06 AM - Oct 26, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolyn.echols@cox.net
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets,
The reunion was a success and we wish you all could have been there, but nevertheless we never had a meet and greet planned for this year's reunion. We mingled and socialized with each other during the actual reunion. We are planning to meet again in about 2 years if the Lord says the same. Thanks for inquiring and have a wonderful day!

Carolyn Lester Echols


 

Date 01:16 PM - Oct 21, 2011
Your Name yolanda chaffen
Tech Year 81
Email shicara11@aol.com
Comments
anybody know where the meet and greet is tonight 10-21-11, for the class of "81".


 

Date 04:39 PM - Oct 09, 2011
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Hi everyone. I hope you are having a good October. It is a great time of the year.


 

Date 10:51 AM - Oct 09, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolyn.echols@cox.net
Comments
Hey Yellowjackets,
The Class of 1981 Reunion has closed the door for attending this year's event. We have sold all of our tickets, so stay tune to the Reunion Page for all up and coming events for other classes. Have a super Sunday and thanks for inquiring about our reunion. Have a wonderful rest of the day.

Carolyn


 

Date 07:58 PM - Oct 04, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolyn.echols@cox.net
Comments
Hello yellowjackets,
The Reunion scheduled for October 22, only have 5 tickets left, so if you are interested then get your fees in. We will not do an addendum to the contract, so stop procrastating. There will not be any admission at the door, so don't waste your time. Have a great October.

Carolyn Echols


 

Date 02:54 PM - Oct 02, 2011
Your Name wanda emmons
Tech Year 1968
Email wanda.emmons12@yahoo.com
Comments
am looking for glenda story who graduated in 1969 have tried her email on her picture anyone knowing where she is please let me know


 

Date 01:22 PM - Oct 01, 2011
Your Name Mary Waterbury
Tech Year 1971
Email m_mwaterbury@bellsouth.net
Comments
Bob Cheevers wanted me to post the following:

Bob will be playing songs from my 8 commercial CDs and songs for the upcoming "Smoke And Mirrors" double CD. BYOB
7-10ish on October 7, 2011
horse-doovers and a bit of wine/beer provided
$10 suggested donation
I'd LOVE to see my Tech pals...ciao bob at:

Tom Richie's
95 Vinegrove Lane cordova 38018
(901) 734-1884
BYOB
7-10ish
horse-doovers and a bit of wine/beer provided


Bob Cheevers
2011 Texas Music Awards 'Singer/songwriter of the year"
bobcheevers.com


 

Date 08:17 AM - Oct 01, 2011
Your Name Harriett Runnion Crews
Tech Year 1969
Email Harriett@crewsrealty.com
Comments
David French tell your dad Happy Birthday! My mother was 92 this year.


 

Date 02:25 PM - Sep 30, 2011
Your Name james malone
Tech Year 1969
Email leighandjim@gmail.com
Comments
Happy Birthday Mr. French, best wishes for many future birthdays.


 

Date 09:07 AM - Sep 30, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Congratulations to Charles A. French, Jr., Class of 1938, for his 92nd Birthday Milestone on September 29th. "HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLIE"


 

Date 06:30 PM - Sep 28, 2011
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email Webmaster
Comments
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1964 COMPLETE Yearbook now added.

Thanks to Aaron Hatch, Tech 1966, for scanning the complete 1964 Yeabook. All 144 pages have now been added to the website.

To find the yearbook, go to the 1964 pages, and click on the "1964 Yearbook" button on the menu at the top of the page.

Thanks Aaron, for scanning the book.

Gene
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Date 05:14 PM - Sep 27, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolyn.echols@cox.net
Comments
The 1981 Class Reunion is going as scheduled, so if you are interested in attending. We currently have seven tickets available at the cost of $35.00 per ticket. Please note my email address has changed but my home telephone number is the same (405)242-3016. Thanks for your time and have a wonderful evening.

Carolyn


 

Date 02:30 AM - Sep 25, 2011
Your Name elliott m. pegues
Tech Year 1980
Email peguese@ymail.com
Comments
Greetings fellow yellowjackets. Would someone please be so kind and email me the rescheduled reunion coming up in October. Have missed too many. Love to attend this one. Email: peguese@ymail.com - 901-486-6471

Elliott Pegues


 

Date 04:32 PM - Sep 23, 2011
Your Name Gordon Jones
Tech Year re: 1955
Email jones8029@att.net
Comments
Jo Ann Savage is deceased. She died July 29, 1986 and lived in Grand Prairie Texas at the time.
She was married to my brother Leonard Jones that went to Humes and graduated also in 1955


 

Date 08:31 AM - Sep 17, 2011
Your Name Kiwanna Todd Nickson
Tech Year 1987
Email nkiwanna@yahoo.com
Comments
Just happy to be able to see everyone.


 

Date 10:02 PM - Sep 16, 2011
Your Name Gail Pinner Moore
Tech Year 1971
Email rgpmoore@yahoo.com
Comments
I graduated from Tech in 1971. Recently found this site and have been looking for old friends that graduated or went to school with me. I'm married, mother of 4 wonderful children, and 8 grandchildren. I worked for FedEx for 28 years, retired from FedEx, but work part time for the Desoto County School System. If anyone remembers me and would like to get in touch, send me a message.


 

Date 08:50 AM - Sep 13, 2011
Your Name Gordon Jones
Tech Year 1955
Email jones8029@att.net
Comments
Jo Ann Savage has passed away. She was married to my brother Leonard Jones graduated from Humes in 55. Jo Ann graduated in 1955 from Tech.


 

Date 11:41 AM - Sep 08, 2011
Your Name Peggy (Berry) Warren
Tech Year 1956
Email plw444@cox.net
Comments
I agree that Gene be adding to Tech's famous and outstanding students. Also, another one who should be recognized is J. M. Van Eaton, Class of 1956. He has had an amazing career in the music industry playing the drums for many well know celebrities and I believe he is still very active in his music career. There is a lot of information about him online.


 

Date 07:07 AM - Sep 08, 2011
Your Name James Malone
Tech Year 1969
Email leighandjim@gmail.com
Comments
Lee Starr passed away on September 4th with his obituary listed on our site. I met Lee in 1967 and he always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met. Rest in Peace.


 

Date 10:03 PM - Sep 03, 2011
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
I just spent several hours going through my yearbooks and a couple of my sister's (Rita Howard-Class of 1967), remembering so many great memories and great friends whom I really miss. Looking back, there are things I would have said and done differently, but then I might not be the person I am today.
My thoughts and prayers are with those in the military serving our country and their families. I hope all of you have a wonderful Labor Day weekend. Enjoy your families and loved ones. Give them that extra hug or let them know how much you love them.
Thank you for the many friendships and wonderful memories. I love you guys!
Anita


 

Date 03:16 AM - Sep 03, 2011
Your Name Becky Ferguson aka Denninngton
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
Hope you all have a great Labor Day weeekend !


 

Date 06:25 PM - Sep 01, 2011
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Does everyone realize that this month is the 100 year anniversary of the start of Tech and Central???
Sept. 1911. And I agree Gene should be included in famous Techites.
rob jolly


 

Date 01:14 PM - Aug 31, 2011
Your Name Glenda Parks
Tech Year 1966
Email gparks@tecinfo.com
Comments
I agree with Nadine - Gene's name should be there. I know all of us enjoy this website that he has worked so hard on and Gene should be listed in a place of honor.


 

Date 01:06 PM - Aug 31, 2011
Your Name Nadine Campbell
Tech Year 1954
Email nadinehardin@me.com
Comments
With respect to the article "New History of Tech", please join me in INSISTING that Gene Gill add his name under the caption"Some Prominent Techites" since he apparently has nothing else to do. What about it Yellowjackets? Start buzzing. Who else among us could be more deserving? All those other "Prominent Techites" couldn't have done this for us.

P.S. What is a Techite? Sounds like an insect. Never heard the term in the 50's.


 

Date 07:52 AM - Aug 30, 2011
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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1966 COMPLETE Yearbook now added.

Thanks to Joan McCommon Channell, Tech 1966, for scanning the complete 1966 Yeabook. All 143 pages have now been added to the website.

To find the yearbook, go to the 1966 pages, and click on the "1966 Yearbook" button on the menu at the top of the page.

Thanks Joan, for scanning the book.

Gene
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Date 05:14 PM - Aug 26, 2011
Your Name Janet White
Tech Year 1967
Email natwhite@bellsouth.net
Comments
I have been trying to find out some info. about Gail Hudson (Class of 1967) for quite a while and just found out she died about 2 years ago. I was sad to find this out.


 

Date 04:58 PM - Aug 21, 2011
Your Name Teresa Howe-Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email chowbaby.teresa@gmail.com
Comments
Prayers for all of the Jolly Family. . so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We love you Mickey and Robbie. .


 

Date 04:08 PM - Aug 21, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Entire Jolly Family on the Passing of Their Father, Robert E. Jolly, Jr., Class of 1948.


 

Date 09:01 AM - Aug 19, 2011
Your Name Mason Richard
Tech Year 1954
Email masonrich@comcast.net
Comments
Just remembering the good times I had at Tech.


 

Date 06:25 PM - Aug 18, 2011
Your Name Louise McClain-Bivins
Tech Year 1973
Email poetic1955@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello To The YellowJackets, Wow, I can truly say, I had a great time attending Tech High, from 71-73. Those were the days, I mean the good days. Although they called us the worst class Tech ever had, and punish us by not allowing us to have a prom. After graduation, myself and three others we gave ourselves a graduation party at the Old Holiday Inn Rivermont. So you see Class of "73" we still rock. Shout Out To The Class of "1973"


 

Date 09:15 AM - Aug 16, 2011
Your Name Shawn Lee Connell
Tech Year 1978
Email Sconnell@wmt.com
Comments
I'm still here!


 

Date 06:38 AM - Aug 16, 2011
Your Name Walter Nail
Tech Year 1959
Email wbnail@comcast.net
Comments
On the yearly rosters (1959) you have my e-mail address as wnail@comcast.net, however it is wbnail@comcast.net. To Dave French. Did you ever get the 1959 yearbook you said you would send to me???
Thanks to Gene Gill for all the work on the website.
Walt Nail

Note from Webmaster: Thanks for the update on your email address. It has been corrected.
- Gene


 

Date 04:30 PM - Aug 12, 2011
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
-

Memphis Tech Alumni Website vs. Memphis Tech FaceBook:

This is The Tech Alumni Website. This website is not associated, IN ANY WAY, with the Tech Page that appears on FaceBook. If you want information about anything pertaining to this website, you must contact webmaster Gene Gill, direct. Messages left on the FaceBook page won't "get it". Sorry.

Thanks,

Gene Gill
Webmaster

-


 

Date 06:41 AM - Aug 08, 2011
Your Name Albin Miller
Tech Year 1957
Email cajunajm@att.net
Comments
Ahhhhh...what fun it was to go to Summer School ...great times there


 

Date 08:51 PM - Aug 06, 2011
Your Name Pam Mills Walters
Tech Year 1970-1973
Email pwalters54@att.net
Comments
I love the web-site. Was never able to keep up before because I didn't have a computer or internet, but I do now and will be visiting often.


 

Date 07:22 AM - Jul 23, 2011
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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CAN YOU IDENTIFY THESE BOYS?

We've posted a "mystery photo" on the CATCH-ALL page of the website. One of our visitors has asked for help in identifying the 4 boys in the photo. The photo probably dates from around 1938-1945, and was taken in the Hollywood area.

Can you help us?

-


 

Date 08:57 AM - Jul 20, 2011
Your Name Steve Wright
Tech Year 1966
Email swright294@gmail.com
Comments
I want to thank all those who make these annual reunion events possible....those who work so hard in the planning and execution of the event and those who attend!! Tech High was a brief time for each of us, as measured by a calender, but a formative time as measured by when those days came in our lives. Chronos and Kairos I believe would be an appropriate measure. Thank each of you who attend!


 

Date 09:44 PM - Jul 19, 2011
Your Name Steve King
Tech Year 1972
Email kingstevea@msn.com
Comments
It would be kind of nice to see or hear from some of you I went to school with. Not if you were a big pain in the ass then and still are though! Just kidding. Really if we were friends or whatever it would still be cool to yak with someone from the days.


 

Date 10:31 AM - Jul 19, 2011
Your Name Edward C. Bell
Tech Year 1961
Email eddingdong@comcast.net
Comments
July 19, 2011

Hello All:
Gene Gill has just posted pictures from our 2011 Reunion Mixer, which was held on July 16, 2011.
In order to see these pictures you will need to go to the top of the page and place your mouse over the (Tech High). You will then get a drop-down and you will need to click on (Tech Class Roster). A page of dates will appear then click on any year from 1960 to 1966 and another page will appear. On that page click on the bar close to the top of the page that says 1960-1966 PHOTOS. That will bring you to a page that has the last several years of photos posted. Click on any year that you wish to view.
We can never thank Gene Gill enough for all that he does to make this Website so enjoyable and useful.

Ed Bell


 

Date 10:13 AM - Jul 19, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
CONGRATULATIONS to Gene Gill, our webmaster, on receiving 100,000 plus hits on our Tech High Alumni Website,... soon to be better know as,... Gbay. Many thanks Gene for all your GREAT deTECHive work and for all you do for Good Ole Memphis Technical High School.


 

Date 02:41 PM - Jul 18, 2011
Your Name Joan Caldwell Lemser
Tech Year 1955
Email jlemser@wucpas.com
Comments
Love to read the message board and see who is checking in and would like to say thanks so much Gene for all you do and to all those who may be assisting you in any way!! Would love to get emails from some of the '55 class or anyone who knew me. I am still working for the same CPA firm (42 yrs)!! Hope everyone is having a great summer. Anyone who has news for the 50s Tech Quarterly Newsletter, please email me!! Isn't it great to stay in touch with so many of our Techites!!!


 

Date 08:06 PM - Jul 13, 2011
Your Name Linda Scott {scottie} Hendrix
Tech Year 1965
Email tech19656@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets, please let me hear from you. Still have great memories of our tech days.


 

Date 07:04 PM - Jul 03, 2011
Your Name BECKY DENNINNGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY !!!


 

Date 02:24 PM - Jun 30, 2011
Your Name Regina Lee Page
Tech Year 1969
Email ladyregina999@yahoo.com
Comments
Our sincere condolences to Janet Rowland Williams (1969) in the passing of her husband Paul.

From The Commercial Appeal: STEPHEN PAUL WILLIAMS, SR.57, of Memphis passed away on June 20, 2011. He was a project superintendent for Insulation and Refractories Services, Inc. for 36 years. He was a member of Thrifthaven Baptist Church. Mr. Williams was a loving person and loved his family, friends and country. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Janet Williams, three sons, Paul Williams, Jr., Ronnie Alberson both of Memphis, and Mark Alberson of Arlington, two daughters, Lynn Nelson of Munford, TN, and Racheal Jones of Memphis; and 10 grandchildren. The family will receive friends and family from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, June 24 at Memorial Park Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 3:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

-


 

Date 01:53 PM - Jun 28, 2011
Your Name Danny Abernathy
Tech Year 1971
Email DannyAbern@aol.com
Comments
Just learned that Hal Jonas passed away last week. Hal was a memeber of the class of 1971


 

Date 01:11 AM - Jun 21, 2011
Your Name maureen White
Tech Year 1969
Email mojo51@comcast.net
Comments
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY to Gene Gill, our webmaster..
MO
 

 

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Date 05:36 PM - Jun 18, 2011
Your Name Katherine Brademeyer Crane
Tech Year 1949
Email kcrane923@att.net
Comments
I never see any messages from class of '49..what's up with that?


 

Date 10:32 PM - Jun 07, 2011
Your Name MR ELLIOTT M. PEGUES
Tech Year 1980
Email pegueselliott@att.net
Comments
GREETING ALL OF MY YELLOWJACKETS BROTHERS/SISTERS HOPE TO HEAR MORE ABOUT UPCOMING EVENTS. GRACE/MERCY/TRUTH TO YOU/YOURS.


 

Date 05:48 PM - Jun 06, 2011
Your Name Walter Nail
Tech Year 1958
Email wbnail@comcast.net
Comments
It is my understanding that only a few people have been involved in putting this web site together and they are looking for someone who still lives in Memphis (graduate from sometime in the 60's) to assist in scanning yearbooks and other memorabilia. Please conctact the webmaster thru this website if you can help. It would be really appreciated !!!


 

Date 11:27 AM - Jun 06, 2011
Your Name Walter Nail
Tech Year 1958-59
Email wbnail@comcast.net
Comments
Someone recently notified me via Facebook of a group of people who had attended Memphis Tech and someone had put Memphis Tech's web site on it. I looked it up and behold there was my picture from the 59 year book. Sorry to say that I don't remember anyone. I guess I was a loner then, even tho I was in ROTC and the Band. I Lost all my school memorabilia to include my yearbook to a fire, so it was great seeing the yearbook. Would be interested to see if anyone still has the complete yearbook, who could look in it to see if there were anymore references to me other than just the picture.


 

Date 01:58 AM - Jun 06, 2011
Your Name Rick Rosenbaum
Tech Year 1968-1971
Email rrosen1@bellsouth.net
Comments
Still married to Theresa Carroll grad 71 married for 40 yrs Rick jr 39- Bobby 36- Christopher 22- Tiffany 19 and getting married next month. Eight grandkids just seen a friend of my daughter on her facebook her friends grandmother went to tech with us for 3 yrs small world. Been retired about 6 yrs live on Lake Of the Hills in Eudora have a Hernando address.all i do is kick back and do alot of fishing any one interested bring it Rick


 

Date 11:11 AM - May 31, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Today's Commercial Appeal front page features a Techite in an article about a Memorial Day program at Shiloh. Dr. E. C. Fields (Class of 1966)voiced the views of General Grant about the terrible battle. Pictured in his reenactment costume, Dr. Fields is a local educator who keeps history alive.


 

Date 08:47 PM - May 22, 2011
Your Name DJ TYRONE ROBINSON SR
Tech Year 1982
Email FACE BOOK
Comments
WHEN IM THINKING OF MY TECH HIGH FAMILY, JUST PRAYING EVERY1 IS SAFE AND WELL. JUST REMEMBER WE RE THE MIGHTY YELLOWJACKETS. TYRONE LOVE U ALL, ON THE RADIO 1380AM ON SUNDAY 730AM TIL 830AM, 1600AM ON WED AT 530PM/ AND STILL WORKING HARD EVERY DAY. MY OLDER SON IS IN COLLEGE AND MY YOUNGER 1 HAVE JUST FINISH THE 12TH AND WITH HONORS. SO GOD HAVE BEEN VERY GOOD TO ME AND THE FAMILY. PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH AND LET ME KNPW WHEN THINGS ARE GOING ON. TYRONE LOVE U ALL AND HOPE CLASS 80-82/ AND 83-85 CLASS WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD DAYS AT TECH. 901-502-2407


 

Date 01:49 PM - May 18, 2011
Your Name Elaine( Brademeyer) McAdams
Tech Year 1957
Email e-tmcadams@comcast.net
Comments
I know Gene works hard on our web site but I did not really realize just how hard.
And all of the things, I have sent him - He must hate me!

Everyone that uses this site should read about our "WEBMASTER" And clap hands!!!

http://memphistechhigh.com/miscellaneous/webmaster/webmaster.html

Elaine Brademeyer McAdams '57


 

Date 09:58 AM - May 18, 2011
Your Name Peggy Warren
Tech Year 1956
Email plw444@cox.net
Comments
Snowden Year Books 1941-1995 can be found at www.register.shelby.tn.us


 

Date 12:49 PM - May 17, 2011
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year 1979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
DOes ANYONE REMEMBER ME MARY RANKINS. IF SO SEND ME A MESSAGE!


 

Date 04:16 AM - May 15, 2011
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
The classes of 1967 to 1973 had an informal
get-together last night (May 14) at Corky's for some excellent food and fellowship. Coach John Wright stopped by to visit and eat. Pat Malone and Buster Pearson planned the sucessful event and everyone had a great time. We plan to have another one around October. Watch the Tech web site for future info.

Thanks
Go Tech!
Rob Jolly
One of five Tech historians.


 

Date 06:58 PM - May 14, 2011
Your Name Ronnie Webb
Tech Year 1965-1967
Email mario4444@juno.com
Comments
When I moved to Memphis in 65, I had a choice, Tech or Central. I make the right choice. Never trade one day for any amount of money.


 

Date 03:12 PM - May 12, 2011
Your Name Paula (Candy) Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
While watching the news the other evening, I saw Kingston Blenis (Tech 1950) on there. I believe he lives at Tunica Cutoff, which I understand is completely under water.

Some folks around here are really having a bad time.

Candy


 

Date 04:24 PM - May 11, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolynechols@att.net
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets:
The reunion scheduled for May 14th has been postponed until October 22, 2011 due to flooding in Memphis. We hope all is well there and once things are back to normal you guys will join us. Have a wonderful day!

Carolyn


 

Date 10:49 PM - May 05, 2011
Your Name Maureen White
Tech Year 1969 Honorary Techite
Email mojo51@comcast.net
Comments
Dear Tech High Alumni,

Thank you for remembering my Mom and our family. Your beautiful floral spray, thoughtfulnes and. expression of sympathy will always be treasured.

Maureen White


 

Date 10:53 AM - May 04, 2011
Your Name Regina Lee Page
Tech Year 1969
Email ladyregina999@yahoo.com
Comments
I am so happy to hear from Cecilia that Rita is improving. Our prayers are with her!

I am sad to hear that our Honorary Techite, Maureen has lost her Mother. I have never had the pleasure to meet her but I know David French thinks very highly of Maureen. So sending my condolences and prayers to Maureen and her family.


 

Date 09:18 AM - May 04, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
*** UPDATE from Cecilia Hatch Shettles on the progress of Rita Collier Harrell's recovery***

Good morning to all,

Just wanted to forward this email that I received from Rita's son regarding her condition. Wayne has been kind enough to include his address for cards and notes of well wishes. Your thoughts and prayers mean a lot to Rita and her family at this time as she continues to regain back her strength and speech. This was evident when Harriett and I paid her a visit last week. Having been told that she might not recognize us, we didn't know what to expect. But once Rita saw us, she lit up like a light.

May the Lord bless us daily in meeting our needs and keep us in his loving care always.

Cecilia Shettles


----- Forwarded Message ----
From: CHARLES HARRELL <picture_man_2000@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tue, May 3, 2011 9:44:22 PM

Cecilia,

Mom is getting better according to the therapist. If you ask her she doesn't know but she is speaking more frequently complete sentences. We gotta work on the understanding part of this equation. That will come with time. Anyone wanting to send Mom a card, send it to 6232 Boulder Cove Millington TN 38053. I go see her everyday after work so I am sure she would love to hear from you guys. As the old song goes she is "Getting Better All The Time."

Charles Harrell

From: Cecilia Shettles <cshettles2003@yahoo.com>
Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2011, 3:58 PM

Wayne,

Hope your Mom is doing well as of today. Will try to stop in on Friday for a visit. These classmates have sent prayers and well wishes for your Mom.
Charlotte Beasley Bloom, Diane Ballard Schafer, Regina Lee Page, Shirley Stewart Davis, and Nancy Stone Middlebrook among others.
I will be sending out an email to update everyone about her condition and would like that information from you. In addition, your home address would be appreciated for getwell cards and others correspondance that myself and other classmates might like to send.

Please give Rita our love and well wishes.


 

Date 06:40 PM - May 03, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Shortly before 2 p.m. central time today, Maureen's Mom passed away. Please keep Maureen and her family in your thoughts and prayers.


 

Date 01:04 PM - May 03, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Maureen Thoni White is our Honorary 1969 Techite, Fellow Historian and Yearbook Scanning Specialist. Late last night her mother, Mary Thoni, suffered a massive heart attack/stroke and is currently in intensive care. Please keep Mrs. Thoni, Maureen and their entire family in your prayers.


 

Date 10:07 AM - May 03, 2011
Your Name Edward C. Bell
Tech Year 1961
Email eddingdong@comcast.net
Comments
Hello All,

You have got to see and hear Bobby Cheevers' newest song presented in the Youtube video link below. Tech High truly turned out a phenomenal song writer in Cheevers, and he will be preforming at the Square Bean Coffee Shop in Collierville, TN on Friday night July the 15th the night before our class reunion. Lets all try to make it out to hear him there. Hope to see you then.


Ed Bell

----- Forwarded Message -----
From: "Bob Cheevers" <cheeversongs@earthlink.net>
Sent: Monday, May 2, 2011 10:29:13 PM
Subject: The End Of Bin...youtube

Hey ya'll...last night as I watched the events unfold about the Bin
Laden thing, I wrote this song which is now on YouTube at the url
below. Please have a look and pass it of. Post it on your facebook
page if you would and help me get it out there. Writing it felt to me
what it "might" have felt like when Neil Young experienced the Ohio
State killings way back when and wrote "Ohio". My pal Jeff Tveraas
filmed and recorded me singing it today. It feels important to me.
Perhaps you can relate. Thanks...ciao bob

bobcheevers.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcnLFekeyto


 

Date 11:50 AM - May 02, 2011
Your Name Maureen White
Tech Year 1969
Email mojo51@comcast.net
Comments
I had the opportunity to attend the 1951 60th Class reunion. What a group of wonderful people,and how amazing and unique to have been together all these years. It was so good to see and talk with Gene Gill, Sue Johnson, Jim & Shirley Anderson and meet a few new '51 classmates. Thanks again for another fun evening...

Mo White Honorary 1969 Techite


 

Date 06:27 AM - May 02, 2011
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Hey fellow yellowjackets
I have numerous annuals to give away
to members of certian classes.
All of them are from the class of 1974 and later.
I have lots of certain years in the 1980"s
and even about 15 from the year 1979.
I will give these to anyone.
You folks having reunions may like to have them for door prizes or yourself.
let me know. e-mail me,or call my cell:
901-486-0670 or leave a message at my home
901-737-9377
They are free....just looking for a good home for them!!

rob jolly
One of five Tech historians
(the other four being Gene, David, Sue and Mo)


 

Date 03:26 PM - Apr 26, 2011
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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Congratulations to the Class of 1951 on your 60th Anniversary!!!

I look forward to joining you in Memphis on Thursday during your celebration if I can get there through all the tornados, rain, more rain, and floods.

Gene
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Date 02:25 PM - Apr 25, 2011
Your Name Janice Smith-Farmer
Tech Year 1982
Email JS8890@aol.com
Comments
Hello to fellow Tech High graduates. It is nice to know there are a lot of you out there doing well.


 

Date 02:22 PM - Apr 23, 2011
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
please sign up

TECH HIGH SEVEN GROUP (1967 to1973)

Get-together May 14 . 6-9 PM
Corkey's Bar-B-Cue . Germantown Parkway

Upstairs . All you can eat buffet . $14.50 per person.



You can eat and visit for the entire 3 hours.
We can take the first 50 people who sign up.

Bring your annual, pictures, and stories to share
plus any new addresses and numbers of Tech
people you have found.



We are trying this to see if there's enough interest.

To confirm your place, contact Rob Jolly
901 737-9377 or send email <actingrob@aol.com>

or Pat Malone <pamalone@fedex.com>



 


 

Date 07:01 AM - Apr 15, 2011
Your Name Fonda Stevenson (Terry)
Tech Year 1960
Email fondaste@gmail.com
Comments
Where are all the people from '57-'60? I spent all four years at Tech and graduated in 1960. I have Mrs. Lee for my homeroom teacher. She and I lived in the Binghamton area off Poplar at Hollywood/Merton Ave. Would love to chat with anyone from those years and catch up. My story is too long to put on here but is very interesting...
Fonda


 

Date 04:34 PM - Apr 13, 2011
Your Name Glenn Heard
Tech Year 1984
Email glennbheard@yahoo.com
Comments
Just Like to tell everyone that The New Police Director for MPD is a 1984 Graduate of Tech High School ( Toney Armstrong )appointed 15 April 2011 very good friend of mine.........


 

Date 04:59 AM - Apr 13, 2011
Your Name S Jakob
Tech Year Re Class of 1961
Email immaphoto@yahoo.com
Comments
I am writing in the hope that you might be able to help me with information about Troy Phillips, who I believe was a member of the Class of 1961. He's listed in the class roster for 1961 but does not appear in the Yearbook - perhaps he did not graduate? His art teacher was George Piaggio.

Troy, who died in 1995, was a talented artist.

I recently purchased a few of his drawings and would love to find out more about him. Unfortunately there is no information about him on the internet beyond the fact that he attended Memphis Technical High School.

Does anyone here still remember him? Any information would be much appreciated!

Kind regards and thank you very much

-S Jakob
immaphoto@yahoo.com


 

Date 09:04 PM - Apr 07, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolynechols@att.net
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets,
The class of 1981 is bring our 30 reunion preparations to a close. We have as of now about 36 people paid and we expect a few more. We will be having our event on May 14, 2011. The fee is 35.00 per person and if you are interested then please refer to the announcement on the Reunion page of the website. We hope to see you there. Have a wonderful evening!

Carolyn Lester Echols,
Reunion Coordinator


 

Date 08:34 AM - Apr 04, 2011
Your Name Steve King
Tech Year 1970-1973
Email kingstevea@msn.com
Comments
It is possible that I have heard from some people from Tech and deleted them thinking it was junk mail. If you write and I hope you do, please include in the subject line. (Your Name From Memphis Tech)
Thanks, Steve 662-832-5400


 

Date 11:23 AM - Mar 30, 2011
Your Name Hasha Hines
Tech Year 1983
Email MEX_PR@yahoo.com
Comments
I actually cannot believe that I found this page. Someone did an absolutely WONDERFUL job of bringing back old memories.

I would like to first say Hello to all you Yellojackets from "La Isla del Encanto" (The Island of Enchantment) Puerto Rico. Secondly, I would like to wish all of you the very best of everything.

Who knows, perhaps in the near future I will hear from some of you. Until then, God Speed and Take Care!!!

Sincerely,

CW2 Hasha Hines-Bernal
United States Army


 

Date 04:21 PM - Mar 24, 2011
Your Name Jimmy D. Searcy
Tech Year 1971
Email jimmydsearcy@bellsouth.net
Comments
I just found this place: I can't believe some of you people are still around.
I hope you are all doing very well.
I married Carol Thompson (class of 71). We just celebrated our 40th anniversary.


 

Date 06:24 PM - Mar 20, 2011
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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UPDATE:

Many new items and articles have been added to our website. When was the last time you visited the BLUE and GOLD BUZZ section? There are lots of new articles, including a just added "Tech Couples of the 50's".

And the OTHER SCHOOL YEARBOOKS section is growing. Near the bottom of this page, buttons have been added for "Historic Items" related to Central, Humes, Messick, South Side, Kortrecht, and Manassas. Among these are a very interesting 1926 Autograph Book from Central, a 1913 photo of the first Central graduating class, a 1915 Messick Class Photo, 1938 Humes Class Photo, 1938 South Side Class Photo, 1891 Kortrecht High Class Photo, 1926 Kortrecht Class Photo, 1926 Manassas Report Card, and articles on Isaac Hayes and Jimme Lunceford Band.

And have you noticed that the complete yearbooks have been added for almost all Tech classes from 1919 to 1952, as well as the last Tech Yearbook of 1987? Thanks to Maureen Thoni White for scanning the books that we were missing.

If you haven't visited the early Tech Class Roster pages, be sure and check out the early Tech History. We have thoroughly researched and updated the history of Tech - complete with references and resources.

We've even added a new section named EDUCATION BEFORE 1911, with pages on the various Memphis Schools that were a forerunner of Tech. This section also contains the "Pioneers of Early Education" and the "Early Black Education" pages.

Plus, we've added many photos from the recent Tech High 7 Reunion, the 1979-80-81 Multi Year Reunion, and the 1960-66 last Reunion Mixer in 2010.

We hope you enjoy these new features.

Gene Gill, webmaster
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Date 12:37 PM - Mar 14, 2011
Your Name CASSANDRA ANDERSON-ADRINE
Tech Year C/O 1982
Email LYNNE42D@YAHOO.COM
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets's ...I am a little late..so will some one from the class of 82..give me a call...if no answer...i will get back with you as soon as possible...901-277-2497...


 

Date 11:37 AM - Mar 11, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
In today's newspaper, I was saddened to see the obituary for Mrs. Jessie Lee Hartwell, former cosmetology teacher at Tech. Always beautiful herself, she helped young women develop confidence and pride in their skills. I have a personal memory of a visit she made to my home the day my husband died. Her compassion touched me deeply and gave me strength. My sympathy goes out to her loved ones.


 

Date 05:45 PM - Mar 10, 2011
Your Name Steve Wiles
Tech Year 1955
Email swiles@ecarthage.com
Comments
My congratulations to Charles French Jr. and his bride on completion of 65 years of marriage. It takes many, many committments by both parties involved to reach this accomplishment. May you have many more anniversaries. Steve Wiles


 

Date 07:11 AM - Mar 04, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Today,... a "Very Special Congratulations" goes out to 1938 Tech Graduate, Charles A. French, Jr., on his 65th Wedding Anniversary. He was married on March 4, 1946 to Margaret Jean Richardson, a 1944 graduate of Catholic High School. (Now Immaculate Conception High School for Girls.) They have been blessed with 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
 


 

Date 01:42 AM - Feb 28, 2011
Your Name Maureen Thoni White
Tech Year Honorary Techite 1969
Email mojo51@comcast.net
Comments
Dear Techites,

I did not graduate from Tech, but I have been given a rare opportunity to be associated with this incredible website. Through my lifelong friend, Dave French 1969, I have become involved with scanning yearbooks, providing school research for Gene Gill, our webmaster, and created class reunion materials for several class reunions.

In the last 2 years I have made wondeful, and lasting friendships, with Tech alumni from Classes 1950 - 1970.

Techites, you have a great website and a opportunity to keep it alive and current. Contribute a story, provide locations of missing alumni, or donate Tech memorabilia.

I've been given the honor of "Honorary Techite" for my small contribution to the website, but as an alum you have much more to contribute. Please support your school website.

Sincerely,
Maureen Thoni White


 

Date 07:22 PM - Feb 27, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
To All Memphis Tech High Alumni,

Do you remember our school motto? If not, it is: “Ad Astra Per Aspera” which translated means: “To The Stars Through Striving”

Many of your fellow alumni are STRIVING to keep your ‘Most Excellent STAR Website’ at the top of other high school alumni sites THROUGH plain passion and hard work. In order to do that, we need each one of YOU on board to assist our Webmaster.

As a student or facility member of Tech High School or just another Memphian, one cannot help but feel proud each time a visit is made to: memphistechhigh.com

My challenge to each alumnus is to get and stay involved. We are all busy and there is still only 24 hours in a day. Yet if each of us only contributed one item in 2011, our Webmaster, Gene Gill, would be looking for a more robust web-hosting provider.

One way to assist is by becoming a member and contributing regularly to the new ‘TECH FORUM’. Another way would be to become a class contact or assist the existing one. As you read this, Classes ’54, ’67, ’71, ’72, ’82, ’84, ’85, ’86 and ’87 still do not have a class graduate contact listed.

Many of us know and stay in touch with fellow graduates or had a parent or sibling that attended Tech. We are still in search of all kinds of Tech memorabilia, including the 1924 Memphis Crockett Technical HS Annual as well as an original copy of the 1934 Memphis Technical HS Annual. For those of you that frequent yard, garage and estate sales, please keep your eyes open for that long lost piece of Tech history.

Please email or call to discuss areas where you might be able to assist in support of the website. My email address is: retired2007@gmail.com and my cell is: 678-516-1305

Thanking you in advance for your time and looking forward to speaking with many of you.

Regards,
Dave French, ‘69


 

Date 11:21 AM - Feb 25, 2011
Your Name Steve King
Tech Year 1972
Email kingstevea@msn.com
Comments
I would love to hear from anyone from Tech. I know we never were that tight of a class because of the times but time is slipping by us now and it would be great to hear from you. Steve


 

Date 05:18 PM - Feb 18, 2011
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments


Please look on Tech dinners and meetings section


TECH HIGH SEVEN GROUP (1967 to1973)

Get-together May 14 . 6-9 PM
Corkey's Bar-B-Cue . Germantown Parkway

Upstairs . All you can eat buffet . $14.50 per person.



You can eat and visit for the entire 3 hours.
We can take the first 50 people who sign up.

Bring your annual, pictures, and stories to share
plus any new addresses and numbers of Tech
people you have found.



We are trying this to see if there's enough interest.

To confirm your place, contact Rob Jolly
901 737-9377 or send email <actingrob@aol.com>

or Pat Malone <pamalone@fedex.com>



 


 

Date 06:16 PM - Feb 16, 2011
Your Name Toni Byrd
Tech Year 1979
Email toni@tonibrid.com
Comments
I graduated in 1979 and was on the High School Newspaper staff. It was such a wonderful surprise seeing our yearbook and my classmates.

So great seeing all of you.

Toni Byrd
Website: tonibird.com

_____________________________

NOTE FROM WEBMASTER:

Do yourself a big favor. Visit Toni's website and click on "Listen" to hear this lady sing "Autumn in New York". Smooth as silk!

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Date 04:44 PM - Feb 13, 2011
Your Name Walter "Gene" Moody
Tech Year 1955
Email waltermoody@charter.net
Comments
Wonderful website. Brought back many memories to review the class members.

Anyone know how to reach Joy Scruggs?

I'm retired and living in South Carolina.


 

Date 11:01 AM - Feb 11, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Students from about 1979-81 will be saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Sherby Jean Gunn, a business teacher at Tech. There is an obituary with photo of Mrs. Gunn in today's Commercial Appeal.


NOTE FROM WEBMASTER:
Mrs. Gunn's Obit has been added to the Honored Teacher's page of the website. Click on her photo on page 3 of the Honored Teacher's section.

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Date 06:46 PM - Feb 05, 2011
Your Name Cynthia D white
Tech Year 1977
Email candycane816@hotmail.com
Comments
Excited to find this Web page and to be a part of the next class gathering


 

Date 05:36 PM - Feb 04, 2011
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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YES VIRGINIA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS...

We now have a 1919 TECH YEARBOOK (Crockett Vocational High).

Dave French had heard about Memphis attorney and historian-collector, George Whitworth. Hoping that he might have a copy of our missing 1924 Yearbook, Dave called him last night. He told Dave he didn't have a 1924 Yearbook, but he did have a 6 page, 1919 Crockett Vocational High Yearbook - called "The Craftsman". And he was most agreeable to let us borrow it and scan it for the website. wow!!!

Maureen Thoni White picked it up this morning and scanned it. And your webmaster added it to the website this afternoon.

Previously we had thought the earliest Tech Yearbook was 1922, but we also suspected that there were some earlier ones out there. And Christmas did come early this year.

Thanks George Whitworth, Dave and Mo.

Gene
Webmaster
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Date 04:59 PM - Feb 03, 2011
Your Name Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt
Tech Year 1969
Email wheelin176@aol.com
Comments
Memphis Tech High
Class of 1969 Ladies Luncheon
Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 1pm
Olive Garden Resturant
6615 Airways Blvd.
Southaven, MS

Reservations are not necessary, but confirmation of attendance would be appreciated.
Contact Maria (Sorondilias) Burkhardt at Wheelin176@aol.com or 901-837-6130. (AFTER 2PM ONLY).
OR Cecilia (Hatch) Shettles at cshettles2003@yahoo.com or 901-428-0535.
Ladies from any of the other classes are always welcome to join us.


For directions and menu selections
click on link below:

www.olivegarden.com/italian-restaurant/mississippi/southaven-38671.asp

 


 

Date 03:21 PM - Feb 02, 2011
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Hello to all 1967 - 1973 Class Members and Teachers,

Gene Gill, Tech Webmaster, has just completed the photo pages for the Tech High Seven Reunion. To review these photos, just go to your "Class Roster" section and click on "New Photos" button near the top of the screen. There you will find class photos from both Friday and Saturday evenings as well as many other candid reunion photos. Each picture can be enlarged for better viewing.

For those interested in adding names to many of these photos, please contact Dave French who will be compiling the final list. Deadline for accepting this information will be March 15, 2011. Email: retired2007@gmail.com Cell: 678-516-1305

Kindest Regards,
Dave


 

Date 07:00 AM - Jan 27, 2011
Your Name Pat McGee
Tech Year 1947
Email btr2756@wmconnect.com
Comments
Joyce McGee, my twin sister, a graduate in the 1947 class, has been very ill and is permanently living in a nursing home here in Tulsa. Hope you will issue a greeting. Signed: Pat McGee Butler


 

Date 01:56 PM - Jan 23, 2011
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolynechols@att.net
Comments
Hello Classmates:
The time is approaching for our Class Reunion that will feature the Prom forgotten. We are still looking for any students we have not contacted about this Reunion. So if anyone out there knows where classmates from 1981 are hiding please make them aware of this website. Click on Reunion to see an updated letter for the Class of 1981. Thanks!

 

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Date 06:02 PM - Jan 17, 2011
Your Name Terry Williams
Tech Year 1970-1973
Email tmwill55@gmail.com
Comments
This is a fantastic site! Write me!

Terry
916 396-4302


 

Date 09:10 PM - Dec 31, 2010
Your Name Bobby Harris
Tech Year 1949
Email bjharris@infowest.com
Comments
Just wanted you to know my new email address.
Thanks and love your web site


 

Date 03:24 PM - Dec 31, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill, Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to this Tech Alumni website is the Class of 1931. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, Honorary 1969 Techite for scanning the 1931 book.

I'm still willing to add YOUR complete yearbook to the website if you're willing to scan every page for me. Please contact me for details.

Gene


 

Date 12:07 PM - Dec 25, 2010
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
"MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR" to all Techites and your families. God's continued Blessings for each and every one of you.


 

Date 11:15 AM - Dec 24, 2010
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Merry Christmas to our class of 1968 and to the other classes around us. May 2011 be a wonderful year for you also.


 

Date 09:30 AM - Dec 23, 2010
Your Name james malone
Tech Year 1969
Email jmalone302@charter.net
Comments
As this year ends, I want to wish all Techites a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.


 

Date 11:49 AM - Dec 17, 2010
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year !979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
HAPPY HOLIDAY EVERYONE AND MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. WE MADE IT CLASS OF 1979 LET MEET AND GREET FOR THE HOLIDAY IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED LEAVE A MASSEAGE.


 

Date 11:18 AM - Dec 17, 2010
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year 1979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
Phill Avant do you know someone name Mary Rankins from silverage street or from CAVER HIGH SCHOOL please send a comment!


 

Date 11:17 AM - Dec 14, 2010
Your Name June Millwood
Tech Year 1945
Email jumill27@aol.com
Comments
Love your website

June


 

Date 09:48 PM - Dec 05, 2010
Your Name BECKY FERGUSON AKA DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL BECKY FERGUSON AKA B DENNINGTON


 

Date 04:32 AM - Dec 04, 2010
Your Name ROB JOLLY
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
I hope each one of you will take time to go through the entire Tech web site and read and enjoy all the wonderful things our web master, Gene, has added. He has spent many hours researching and posting lots of new items. The order and content is unbelievable. Our thanks to you Gene. I have learned so much about the history of education in Memphis and our school in particular. We are very blessed indeed to have Gene in our corner and as a Tech graduate. Thanks Gene and may God bless you always.

LOVE
ROB JOLLY


 

Date 10:17 AM - Nov 23, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
I am very appreciative that the Webmaster posted my follow-up story to the peaceful integration of Tech High. Information from the sister of Willie C. Walker, Tech's first African-American student, gave additional details of his life after graduation. Thank you, Ms. Stephanie Walker.


 

Date 08:14 AM - Nov 22, 2010
Your Name Natalie Shanks-Taylor
Tech Year 1981
Email natalie.taylor@mnps.org
Comments
I am very anxious about our 30th high school reunion. There have been many days, months, and years, I have thought about everyone. If it is the Lord's Will, I plan to be there and looking forward to a great and exciting time!


 

Date 02:13 PM - Nov 21, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Lester Echols
Tech Year 1981
Email carolynechols@att.net
Comments
Hello Yellow Jackets,
I am excited to inform you that the class of 1981 has started their preparation for celebrating their 30 Class Reunion featuring The PROM that should have been over 29 years ago. We have many many classmates excited about closing this chapter in our lives so if you know of anyone we missed in informing them then please tell them to contact me at (405)242-3016 so that we can update their information. If there is anyone who for whatever reason missed having a Prom but would love to attend a formal affair then please tell them also contact me. Thanks!


 

Date 10:21 AM - Nov 19, 2010
Your Name Ruthie Sanders Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
Hello Tech High Classmates. Just want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!!


 

Date 01:47 PM - Nov 07, 2010
Your Name Bunnie Durham Wood
Tech Year 1939
Email dwlewis1002@bellsouth.net
Comments
My mom is Bunnie Durham Wood. I was wondering if anyone from the class of 1939 was still around and posted anything on this site. If so, I'd love to hear from you so that I could pass the information on to my mother.


 

Date 01:48 PM - Nov 06, 2010
Your Name mike donnell
Tech Year 1984
Email donnell158@aol.com
Comments
I would like to say hello to all fellow yellowjackets from 1984, I should be easy to remember I was the only white guy in graduating class. Does anyone know what happened to Mr.Mayo, MS. Shinault, Mr. Spillers (good morning teachers and students, good morning to all of you)


 

Date 11:35 AM - Nov 02, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
There's a story in today's Commercial Appeal that strikes a sad note for those who enjoyed Libertyland and the Zippin Pippin. City and county officials unveiled a historical marker commerating the eighty years the Pippin provided thrills for visitors to Memphis. As a friend of mine observed, "It's like a tombstone."


 

Date 07:34 PM - Oct 20, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Such wonderful research from David, Gene and Rob on the early history of Memphis schools! Mr. Bourne would be so pleased, as he had also researched the history and firmly believed that Hope Night School was the forerunner of Tech. Great job!


 

Date 12:55 PM - Oct 20, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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Re: Many new photos and stories on the website.

Your webmaster and Dave French T’69, have been doing extensive research to verify and document the history and events leading up to the founding of Tech. Our results can be found in the early years on the ROSTERS page. You may be surprised at some of our findings. For example, have you ever heard of LEATH HIGH SCHOOL? It was the only public high school in Memphis from 1892 up until the Poplar Ave "Castle School" opened in 1898.

Tech Historian Rob Jolly has recently learned to scan and now he’s joined Dave and Gene in researching/documenting this history. Rob has begun scanning a lot of his memorabilia collection and the new photos/articles are being fed into the website at the appropriate places. This will be an on-going process.

Plus new stories have been added to the Blue and Gold Buzz section of the website.

Enjoy!

Gene

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Date 12:10 PM - Oct 18, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
Greetings;
Now that summer has ended and fall is in the air, several of our fellow classmates have expressed interest in getting together for lunch. Plans are in the works for an outing on Sunday the 7th of November which will include lunch and possibly some holiday shopping.
Please watch your e-mail or check the Tech High web site for updates.
As always take care and stay in touch.
Cecilia Hatch Shettles
cshettles2003@yahoo.com
or
Harriett Runnion Crews
harriett@crewsrealty.com




 


 

Date 05:25 PM - Oct 14, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
We need your help!

We have posted some historic photos on the CATCH ALL section of the website - an early photo of a Tech football team, a 1913 Central graduation photo, a 1930 Principal's Meeting photo with J. L. Highsaw, plus early photos of Maury Elementary, Messick, Snowden, and Southside. We hope you can help us identify some of the photos or furnish some additional information.

Please check them out and let us know?

Thanks for your help!


 

Date 01:53 PM - Oct 08, 2010
Your Name louie nelson
Tech Year 1964
Email lnelson@mic-memphis.com
Comments
I am trying to find info on katy jordan class of 1968. last I heard she was living in CA and was an LPN.


 

Date 05:33 AM - Sep 24, 2010
Your Name Rita Collier Harrell
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
I have received my pictures an Cd. They were mailed on Monday of this week.


 

Date 06:24 PM - Sep 23, 2010
Your Name Deloris Bursott Mills
Tech Year 1972
Email dmbm482005@yahoo.com
Comments
Has any one received their CD or picture from the reunion? Please let me know one way or the other if you did or didn't. thanks


 

Date 06:22 PM - Sep 23, 2010
Your Name Deloris Bursott Mills
Tech Year 1972
Email dmbm482005@yahoo.com
Comments
Has any one received their CD or picture from the reunion? Please let me know one way or the other if you did or didn't. thanks


 

Date 12:27 PM - Sep 13, 2010
Your Name Dee (Kelso) Diana
Tech Year 1969
Email deediana@comcast.net
Comments
So sorry I was unable to attend the 7 year Reunion this year. I was so looking forward to coming after having been at the one for our class last summer.

Sounds like everyone had a blast! And I know I would have enjoyed seeing even more "ole faces" and old friends. Love to all!


 

Date 02:37 PM - Sep 10, 2010
Your Name Vida Reed
Tech Year 1981
Email vidareed@aol.com
Comments
Greetings!

I am so excited about the upcoming Class 81' Reunion/Prom in May 2011, I look forward to reconnecting with old friends and hearing about the paths that life has taken us all. As you recall we did not have a Prom so this is our chance to recapture a moment in time.

Hope to see you there!


 

Date 12:57 PM - Sep 08, 2010
Your Name Pat Brandon Kurrus
Tech Year 1968
Email pkurrus@elite-memphis.com
Comments
Just want to thank everyone who had a part in planning and setting up for the Tech High Seven Reunion. I appreciate your hard work and effort. It was good seeing some familiar faces and catching up with each other. I was a little disappointed in the turnout for our class, everyone lets do better and show up for the next one. I think some classmates came on Friday night and skip Saturday. I was only at the dinner on Saturday so I miss some of you. Maybe next time. Stay healthy and safe.


 

Date 08:16 PM - Sep 03, 2010
Your Name Bobbie Jones Barrett
Tech Year 1969
Email Jonesbarrett2@aol.com
Comments
Thanks to everyone who worked so hard in order for the rest of us to have such a wonderful time. It meant so much to me to see many familiar faces, and even some I may not have remembered. It gave me a reason to get out the year books and go back through them again and jog my memory. Everyone has their own unique feelings and memories of what their particular lives were like during their time at Tech. Some may have had miserable home lives (so school was a blessing), or some may have absolutely hated school and couldn't wait for it to be over. Whatever it was, most of us have fond memories of others who touched our lives. To those of you who at that time made my life easier and better, I thank you and will never forget you. There were many who didn't make it to the reunion that I would have loved to have seen. Of course, there are so many of our classmates who have gone on to a much better place and we will always have them in our hearts. Thanks again for a really good time and I hope to see everyone again, next time!


 

Date 08:18 PM - Sep 02, 2010
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Fellow Classmates,

The Tech High Seven Class Reunion (1967 - 1973) was a really good ride this past weekend. It was so good seeing many of you again and a few more for the first time in 41+ years. Special thanks to Rob Jolly, Pat Malone and their reunion team for making it all possible.

For those interested, Photographer Wayne Harrell has posted a slew of photos from both evenings. They can be seen and ordered from his website at: www.showtymestudio.com/
Enjoy!!!


 

Date 11:35 AM - Sep 01, 2010
Your Name Tina Lottie
Tech Year 81
Email lottie.tina@gmail.com
Comments
Hello Classmates:

It is with deep sadness that I share the news of Eddie Levy who passed June 21,2009. Eddie Levy, Auguster Miller, and Arnie Page were my brothers in high school. After graduating, Eddie joined the military and later resided in Florida. The news of his passing was shared by fellow classmates. Eddie will be truly missed by all.

Your sister,
Tina


 

Date 06:31 PM - Aug 30, 2010
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
I want to thank everyone who had any part in planning the Tech Seven Reunion. I had a great time renewing old friendships, laughing and sharing so many memories made in the years at Tech! To those who were not able to attend....you missed a great time! Keep in touch!

To Paula Hogue:
Paula, thank you for the memories and the special treat! I hope and pray things go well for you. My special prayer is that He will continue to hold you in the palm of His hand during the trying times and the good ones and give you great strength and hope. Take care and God Bless!


 

Date 09:08 AM - Aug 30, 2010
Your Name RITA COLLIER HARRELL
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
I had a fantastic time at the reunion this week end.
Hat's off to Pat Malone and her reunion committee.


 

Date 07:43 AM - Aug 30, 2010
Your Name Trilby J Tipler (Duncan)
Tech Year 1969
Email kduncan0326@comcast.net
Comments
Hey Everyone:

I had a wonderful time at our reunion this weekend!

Please keep Paula Hogue (1969) class, in your prayers. She passed out and ended up at the emergency room. The doctor thought she might have had a small stroke. This was after she left the reunion and went home. Paula doesn't have a computer, but you can send any message to my email address and I will copy and make sure that she gets it. Thanks again, God Bless - Trilby


 

Date 07:10 AM - Aug 30, 2010
Your Name Ruthie Sanders Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
Fred & I also had a great time sitting with David Godsey, Donald Bradford, Bruce Warren, & their wives some of which I went to Hollywood Elementary with. And Coach Wright sang Blueberry Hill which was excellent. And Mrs Elliott we loved seeing you. Oh & Jimmy Smith too. It was great!!! Keep in touch everyone.


 

Date 07:02 AM - Aug 30, 2010
Your Name Ruthie Sanders Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
Had a Great Time at the reunion Friday night! Rob I will be more than happy to join the committee for finding class members of 1968. I loved seeing Sandra Goggins & Glenda Turman & Becky George(forgot her married name)


 

Date 05:38 PM - Aug 29, 2010
Your Name Teresa Howe-Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email chowbaby.teresa@gmail.com
Comments
Jackie Green, keep in touch with Rob Jolly for the Tech 7 Reunions - we could have used your help to reach 1968 class members.


 

Date 05:36 PM - Aug 29, 2010
Your Name Teresa Howe-Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email chowbaby.teresa@gmail.com
Comments
We sure missed all of you in the Tech 7 gang for the reunion. We had a great time. Please remember to tell all of our classmates or relatives of classmates to update their info here so we can reach them for the next one. Ck here often as I understand the Class of 70 will be meeting several times for lunch or dinner. Love all of you - thanks committee for all of your hard work and a great time.


 

Date 05:35 PM - Aug 29, 2010
Your Name Jackie Green
Tech Year 67 & 68
Email meemaw1251@gmail.com
Comments
I should have graduated in 69, but quit school to marry my high school sweetheart; Ronnie VanVelsor. Unfortunately, our marriage didn't last nearly as long as we thought it would. However, we did get 3 fabulous sons out of the deal. Ronnie passed away in April of 2006. A sad day for all of us. John Lewis Gideon told me today about this web site and I have had a blast looking through old pictures in yearbooks and reading everyone's comments on here. I would love to attend a reunion sometime. I would also love to hear from any of you that remember me. Thank you for the fun and the memories. God Bless You ALL.


 

Date 02:35 PM - Aug 29, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
It was a great honor to be invited to attend the Tech Seven events this weekend. My compliments go to the committee that planned and carried out the reunion so gracefully. Some people had flown long distances and some had driven many miles. Faculty and alumni shared memories, talked about children and grandchildren, compared symptoms, discussed hobbies, and promised to stay in touch. We remembered those we had lost from both the faculty and student body. It was amazing to recall how many siblings had attended Tech over the years. Tech High was truly a nurturing school that people are proud to have attended and where faculty are proud to have served.


 

Date 09:57 AM - Aug 28, 2010
Your Name Gary Groce
Tech Year 1971
Email ggroce99@aol.com
Comments
Looking forward to getting together with old school mates. It is always such a blast.


 

Date 03:17 AM - Aug 28, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1967 to 1973
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
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One half of our reunion is now Tech history!!!!!

We had a great time remembering things about our past school years. Over 125 people came last night and had Corky's food and Tech fellowship. Pat Malone did an excellent job as chairperson, David French and Buster Pearson were funny and articulate master of ceremonies and Coach Wright sang two songs with a voice as strong as ever. Ms. Elliot, Mr. Baker and Ms. Norwood all looked as great as in our school days. Please update your info on this web site often so we can see you at the next reunion or at one of the three times we are going to try to meet each year in the future.

rob jolly
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Date 01:07 PM - Aug 27, 2010
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
I hope everyone at the reunion has a great time! Sorry Donna and I could not be there. We have moved from Arkansas to Florida since the last one that we throughly enjoyed. Pleae know we will be thinking of you this weekend especially.


 

Date 10:15 AM - Aug 27, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year Tech Alumni Website
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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Tech High Seven: 1967 - 1973

CONGRATULATIONS on you Reunion this weekend in Memphis. We hope you will share some of your photos to post to your class pages on the website.

Have a fun weekend.

Gene Gill
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Date 04:53 PM - Aug 20, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1967 to 1973
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Only 6 spots left for our reunion. Lots of exciting events and faculty present!!!!!!!!!
Get your spot today!!!!!!!!!!
rob jolly
901-737-9377


 

Date 09:04 PM - Aug 17, 2010
Your Name Brenda Ryan
Tech Year 1983
Email bryan001@comcast.net
Comments
Hi Tech High yellow jackets class of 83. Hey Jeff Armour thanks for telling me about this website. Let me know the next time you all get together. I would love to be there.


 

Date 05:47 AM - Aug 17, 2010
Your Name Charlotte Logan
Tech Year 1969
Email clogan987@gmail.com
Comments
As the 27th draws nearer, I wish more and more that I could be there for the Tech High Seven reunion. I hope everyone has a great time!


 

Date 06:38 PM - Aug 15, 2010
Your Name jd.smith
Tech Year 1968
Email anotherjdsmith@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello everyone. Well, I'm happy to say that I'm on my way to Memphis for the Tech High Seven reunion. I am very excited about seeing long time friends and reconnecting with people that I haven't seen in, ....well let's just say a long long time. I fully expect to lose 40 lbs and grow all my hair back in the next two weeks so that people will recognize me. ha. Good times to all and I'll see you on the 27th. jd smith


 

Date 07:58 AM - Aug 15, 2010
Your Name Tina Lottie
Tech Year 1981
Email lottie.tina@gmail.com
Comments
Hello classmates:

Carolyn Lester-Echols who presently lives in Oklahoma City is planning a 30 yrs. Prom for our class of 1981. She has contacted classmates based on info found on Facebook and the directory. She is no longer a member of classmates.com. The Prom is scheduled for May 2011 and the date, time, and location will be announced at a later date. Carolyn will travel to Memphis this Thanksgiving to locate a Hotel for the event. After finding a Hotel, she will contact everyone via email or home phone. If you have not received a postal letter or email regarding this one night event, please contact Carolyn via email; carolyn.d.echols@irs.gov and carolynechols@att.net. If you know of anyone who may not have access to a computer, her contact numbers are; wk 405-297-4672 and hm. 405-242-3016.

Thanks,
Tina Lottie

 

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Date 07:48 AM - Aug 13, 2010
Your Name Dave W. Lyle
Tech Year 1934
Email dwl52@bellsouth.net
Comments
This is for my father, Robert N. Lyle, who went to tech. My family have given me a Tech 1934 class poster and it's in very good shape . I very much want to find someone that can take it for the school. I know that the school is gone but there must be some place to hang this. It,s way too big for a house . It is approximately 3ft. by 4ft. or more . I really hate to see this get torn up stored in the garage. Please save this for the Class of 1934.

May God bless.


 

Date 06:11 PM - Aug 12, 2010
Your Name Lenora Fay Eubanks Early
Tech Year 1979
Email memphistoday@hotmail.com
Comments
Hello,
I got in touch with our baby girl Jewell Wilkins Gatewood and she was so sadden to learn that she missed the reunion so she suggest that we have another reunion at her home in Midtown Memphis, she knows that we just got together in June, but if you would like to have a get together please respond in kind, date to be determined per the response preferably Sept. or Oct. Please response to Jewel email at memphistoday@hotmail.com or Fay Eubanks Early at feubanks@comcast.net Go YellowJackets!!!


 

Date 10:58 AM - Aug 08, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Tech High reunion
classes of 1967 to 1973
aUGUST 27 AND 28

Very last chance.
send in by august 15.

COACH JOHN WRIGHT WILL BE THERE SINGING
BLUEBERRY HILL AND ANOTHER FAVORITE.
MR. BAKER, MRS. ELLIOT, AND OTHER FACULTY WILL BE THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!

SEND IN YOUR MONEY AND JOIN US.

PAT MALONE (REUNION CHAIRPERSON)
ROB JOLLY 901-737-9377
TECH COMMITTEE


 

Date 07:10 PM - Aug 06, 2010
Your Name John Gideon
Tech Year 1968
Email giveatug@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello everyone! It's been a long time... I miss each and everyone of you guys... Man I think back to those good ole days... Wow did we have fun... All the football games we played, some we lost, but we usually won the fight afterwards ha ha... Man - seeing you guys on this website sure brings back memories... Email me if you remember me, and want to talk up some of these memories... Good seeing you! Later, "John"


 

Date 07:47 PM - Jul 30, 2010
Your Name Sean Crenshaw
Tech Year 86
Email screnshaw@cox.net
Comments
Mr. Gene Gill great website for Tech alumni keep up the good work. To the "Memphis Tech Nation " much love.


 

Date 07:21 AM - Jul 29, 2010
Your Name Pollye Hathcock Norman
Tech Year 1950
Email pollye@earthlink.net
Comments
Found Jane McKinney 1942 Tech Grad--she is excited to know about tech news-- wants to hear from some of her 1942 era --address is---Jane Broadstreet
4310 Havens Crest Drive---Morehead City,NC 28557
phone # ( 252 ) 247-4433


 

Date 03:34 PM - Jul 24, 2010
Your Name Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt
Tech Year 1969
Email wheelin176@aol.com
Comments
Happy Birthday Beverly Akes Godwin.
Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt


 

Date 03:04 PM - Jul 24, 2010
Your Name Harriett Runnion Crews
Tech Year 1969
Email harriett@crewsrealty.com
Comments
BEVERLY GODWIN,
HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 08:00 PM - Jul 19, 2010
Your Name mary graves
Tech Year 1971
Email davekilpster@att.net
Comments
hi fellow classmates. looking forward to our reunion.does anybody know who is doing the entertainment for our dinner and dance?


 

Date 10:47 AM - Jul 19, 2010
Your Name Karen Jeans Bradford
Tech Year 65-66 did not grad from three we moved
Email karen.bradford@att.net
Comments
would love to find some old friends


 

Date 10:44 AM - Jul 19, 2010
Your Name Karen Jeans Bradford
Tech Year 1965
Email karen.bradford@att.net
Comments
I have been trying to locate 2 students, Patricia Malone and Jewell Pittman. I have tried different searches. I went to Tech for 2 years and went to the reunion with a friend this weekend. I saw Jewell's pic in some of the slides u were showing. We really ourselves. Thanks for your help.


 

Date 10:37 PM - Jul 18, 2010
Your Name mike gladney
Tech Year 85
Email mikebglad@yahoo
Comments
901 6538313


 

Date 06:15 PM - Jul 18, 2010
Your Name paula williams bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4sgf@bellsouth.net
Comments
what a great time we had at the reunion last night. it was wonderful to see old friends and great teachers like mrs. elliot and coach wright. love you all and so glad we were able to come.


 

Date 03:51 PM - Jul 14, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Here's hoping I will see many familiar faces at the upcoming reunion for Classes of 1960-66. This event is always so well-planned and carried out.


 

Date 11:22 AM - Jul 13, 2010
Your Name Juanita Bradley
Tech Year 1974
Email jmtilleryandgirls@yahoo.com
Comments
Be blessed!


 

Date 11:51 PM - Jul 11, 2010
Your Name Cynthia Jones-Jackson
Tech Year Class of 1982
Email jack444@bellsouth.net
Comments
Hi Tech High class of 82 and 83. Thanks Oliver Gross for turning me on to this page. It is wonderful. Please let me know the next time you all get together. I would love to be there.


 

Date 02:58 PM - Jul 08, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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Your webmaster will be on vacation in Eastern Europe from July 10-27. Please hold all email.

The Message Board of the website will remain active during this period.

Thanks,
Gene
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Date 01:51 PM - Jul 05, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
graduates of 1967 to 1973
Reunion 2010 has been extended!
the hotel has agreed to give us three more weeks till we have to give a final number.
so those of you on the fence can come.
send $20 deposit to rob jolly at 8662 pine needle drive. germantown tn 38139.
for info call 901-486-0670
or e-mail actingrob@aol.com

see you all there!!!


 

Date 12:15 PM - Jul 03, 2010
Your Name Mary Ann Mayo Thomas
Tech Year Class of 1964
Email onedixieland@bellsouth.net
Comments
Its been a long time since the 60s,we didn't know it at the time, but those were the best years of our lifes. If I could I would love to go back in time during the 50's and 60's and living in Hollywood and going to Memphis Tech, now that be COOL...


 

Date 02:24 PM - Jul 01, 2010
Your Name Pollye Hathcock Norman
Tech Year 1950
Email Pollye@earthlink.net
Comments
I would love to find Mary Jane McKinney-- Tech High 1941-1942------ My mom and I lived with her on Barksdale About 1940's-- It's been a lone time--


 

Date 07:34 AM - Jul 01, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
MEMPHIS HIGH SCHOOL PIN - 1898

Dave French, Tech 1969, has found an amazing pin with the name "Memphis High School" and an image of the old 317 Poplar building engraved on it.

Photos of the pin, along with new information about the original Memphis High School have been posted on The Blue and Gold Buzz section of the website.

Webmaster
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Date 09:59 AM - Jun 29, 2010
Your Name VICKIE GASTON SCOTT
Tech Year 1980
Email VSCOTTHOTT@YAHOO.COM
Comments
IT WAS A BLESSING TO GO VISIT ONE OF OUR TEACHERS DURING THE CLASS REUNION (MS MACK)BETTER KNOWN AS MRS MC WILLIAMS SHE WAS SO GLAD THAT HER FELLOW STUDENTS RON , MYSELF , PAMILLA, CAROYLN MILLS, CAROYLN THOMAS AND PATRICIA GLASCO THOUGHT ABOUT HER SHE'S A LEGEND IN OUR BOOK SHE TAUGHT US SO MUCH , SHE'S AT (THE POINTE LIVING FACILITY OFF KIRBY), MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS HER AND GIVE HER STRENGTH----WE LOVE YOU MS MACK


 

Date 09:40 AM - Jun 29, 2010
Your Name VICKIE SCOTT
Tech Year 1980
Email VSCOTTHOTT@YAHOO.COM
Comments
TO ALL MY CLASSMATES AND TECH STUDENTS , I JUST WANTED TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT WE HAD A BLAST AT THE REUNION , THOSE THAT COULDN'T MAKE IT YOU MISSED OUT IT WAS A JOY TO SEE AND FELLOWSHIP WITH EVERYONE AFTER 30 YEARS WE ALL DANCED, TALKED AND JOKED AROUND JUST LIKE OLD TIMES. THANKS TO KAREN , KERMIT AND JEFFERY FOR PUTTING THIS TOGETHER AND SEEING IT HAPPEN AND ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS EVENT --LETS KEEP IT GOING.I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK MY HUSBAND(RONALD SCOTT) FOR HIS HELP AND THE LONG HOURS SPENT PUTTING THE PRESENTATION TOGETHER


 

Date 07:10 AM - Jun 29, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
Despite the low turnout we had a wonderful time at the Class of 1969 Ladies Luncheon this past Saturday, June 26th. Summer seems to be a busy season for everyone. We hope to see most of the ladies again at our next luncheon which will be late October or early November.
As always take care and stay in touch when possible.


 

Date 07:44 PM - Jun 28, 2010
Your Name PAMILLA SCOTT
Tech Year 1979
Email PPSCOTT89@COMCAST.NET
Comments
WE HAD GREAT FUN AT OUR 2010 MULTI-YEAR (1979-1981) REUNION THIS PAST WEEKEND. IT WAS WONDERFUL TO SEE SO MANY SCHOOL/CLASS MATES LOOKING AND DOING SO WELL! IT WAS MY FIRST REUNION EVENT SINCE GRADUATING IN 1979. THANKS TO KAREN COOK-PRYOR, KERMIT MOORE, RON SCOTT, LINDA RAY, CAROLYN JOHNSON, JEFFERY ARMOUR, PATRICIA GLASCO, GLENDA JONES, SHEILA JONES, GEOLISHA WISEMAN, AND TRUDY WOODARD...GREAT JOB YOU GUYS!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!


 

Date 07:10 PM - Jun 24, 2010
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
Our class reunion is this weekend. Looking forward to seeing all persons involved. Karen Cook-Pryor 901 283 5583 Kermit Moore 901 351 1973.


 

Date 09:10 PM - Jun 20, 2010
Your Name jd.smith
Tech Year 1968
Email anotherjdsmith@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello everyone. I hope everyone is getting ready and making plans to attend the reunion in August. I'm going to do all I can to be there. There is nothing like the joy of seeing faces from the past and sharing stories about your life with someone that you haven't seen in a long long time. .....I saw the email from Linda Hutchings Howes from the 67 class saying that she was now living in Southern California. Hey Linda. I live in the Los Angeles area as well and would love to say hello sometime. Having a Techite near by, very cool. My best to you all. jd smith


 

Date 02:01 PM - Jun 19, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Joyce Ward-Fones Rosic (Tech '61) called my attention to a wonderful Youtube video under the name Jimmy Crosthwait. Jimmy attended Tech in the early 1960's. The video shows his talents as sculptor, puppeteer, and musician. In the interview he credits his art teachers, including Burton Callicott and Mike Abt.


 

Date 08:51 PM - Jun 17, 2010
Your Name Teresa Howe-Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email tlynn1955@gmail.com
Comments
I have changed my email address. Do not open any email with my name from any Yahoo email address. Sorry for any trouble this jerk has caused. No idea how it happened


 

Date 06:09 PM - Jun 14, 2010
Your Name WEBMASTER
Email none
Comments
TERESA HOWE-ELLIOTT'S EMAIL ADDRESS HAS BEEN COMPROMISED! She asked me to post this message for her:

"My email address has been compromised. If anyone gets a message from me requesting money and mentioning that I am hurt - IT IS NOT ME! I am fine! Do not send money".

Teresa
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Date 11:44 AM - Jun 14, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
ATTENTION:
The date for the 1969 Ladies June Luncheon will be at 1:00pm on June 26th at EL Amigo's on the Square in Olive Branch MS. For directions and contact information go to the Tech High tab on home page of this site
Hope to see everyone there!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 12:30 PM - Jun 13, 2010
Your Name Sandra Brigman Jackson
Tech Year 1959
Email queenbfay@ms.metrocast.net
Comments
I would love to hear from any of my old classmates. I didn't know very many people from Tech as I transferred from Humes in Jan of 59 (senior year)so I only went there for 5 months. Still feel a part of this school. Will always remember the senior class picnic at Maywood and the Prom. I live in Oxford, MS but I come to Memphis all the time.


 

Date 03:04 PM - Jun 12, 2010
Your Name Nancy Evans McRight
Tech Year 1966
Email ncmconsultinglv@aol.com
Comments
Just wanted to say hi from sunny Las Vegas to all my former classmates. Tech brings back so many good memories. Hope we eventually get all the pics scanned for the class of '66.

Would love to come back for a reunion. Something always comes up. Hopefully this year or next.

Take care
Nancy

NOTE FROM WEBMASTER:
Nancy, does this mean that you're volunteering to scan the complete 1966 yearbook for the website?
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Date 04:34 AM - Jun 12, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
The class reunion set for the end of august is fast approaching our deadline for sending in the money (june 30, 2010) we have to let the vendors know final numbers on that date. The classes of 1967 to 1973 need to get moving and let us know you are coming!!!

Thanks
rob jolly
Tech historian

Full details of the 1967 to 1973 Reunion are posted on the TECH REUNIONS section of this website.


 

Date 12:40 PM - Jun 11, 2010
Your Name MICHAEL A. MITCHELL
Tech Year 1981
Email michael.mitchellsr@us.army.mil
Comments
Hi! Guys

I need a little help here, At the moment I'm in the sand box trying to get home. I need a POC to contact once I get in town for tickets. If you guys have some ticket please leave a message in my e-mail box. I should be arriving for the last two days.


Thanks,

Mike


 

Date 08:56 AM - Jun 10, 2010
Your Name Linda Hutchings Howes
Tech Year 1967
Email lhowes@socal.rr.com
Comments
I'm back. I live in Huntington Beach, Ca. I have 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren. My 5 year old granddaughter just finished 26months of chemo for leukemia. She is in full remission and the future looks great for her. I moved from Memphis to Albuquerque, then to San Francisco and then finally landed in Huntington Beach where I have been for 24 years. I have been a facilities and construction manager most of my life (that cosmetology thing just wasn't my life long dream as I had thought it was). I miss Memphis, but I live in Heaven on Earth. I would love to hear from some of my classmates and see what you have been up to. I get back to Memphis a couple of times a year, my Mom and 1sister and my oldest son live there. Hope to hear from ya'll


 

Date 08:29 AM - Jun 10, 2010
Your Name Linda Hutchings Howes
Tech Year 1967
Email lhowes@socal.rr.com
Comments
HELP!!! Ihave been looking for some of my friends for years and can't find them. I am hoping someone can help me. I am looking for
Judy Brown
Virginia Patterson
Maxine McKinney
Mike Harris
Bonnie Johnson

I hope someone knows how to get in touch with them. Please let me knowd4cd3


 

Date 08:58 PM - Jun 07, 2010
Your Name Teresa Howe-Elliott
Tech Year 1973
Email chowbaby55@yahoo.com
Comments
I am not sure if Larry Padgett went to Tech but his sister, Joann graduated from Tech. They grew up in Bethel Grove community. Here is obit for Larry. Prayers to Joann and Keith and rest of Padgett family.

LARRY A. PADGETT, 58, passed away Friday, April 30, 2010 in Memphis, TN. He was a Air Force Veteran. Graveside Service will be in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, Tuesday, May 4 at 11 am. He leaves one sister, Jo Ann Wilson of Arlington; one brother, Keith S. Padgett of San Antonio, TX and a long time companion, Miss Jessie Kizer.


 

Date 04:08 PM - May 31, 2010
Your Name Tina Lottie
Tech Year 1981
Email lottie.tina@gmail.com
Comments
I have truly enjoyed reading the articles written on this website. It's really nice to know that many classes are doing great things and keeping in touch by forming groups; Ladies Day Out and Men Day Out.

I am so sorry to hear about my former art teacher Mr. J. Walker. If I hadn't clicked on this website, I wouldn't have known.

Thanks webmaster, this site is very informative and interesting.

1980-1981
The Captain of the #1 Pom Pom Squad,
Ms. Tina


 

Date 09:34 PM - May 30, 2010
Your Name Dianna Marshall (Sealander)
Tech Year 1968
Email gram9193@peoplepc.com
Comments
This site is "OUTSTANDING!" Would love to hear from friends and acquaintances. Am living in Bethel Springs, TN with my oldest daughter and family. My husband of 41 years is in a nursing home at Adamsville. He has Huntington's Disease. I'm retired from the City of Memphis and volunteer at McNairy Regional's gift shop. I also am learning to quilt in Bethel Springs and attend Family Community Education in Leapwood, TN. I only come to Memphis when I "Have to" but am looking forward to upcoming reunion. Hope to see ya'll then.


 

Date 08:00 AM - May 29, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
To all my Tech fiends::

LETTER FROM ROB JOLLY

A dear friend of mine, Rita Gallagher,
needs help. Her husband, Kevin, was in
a traffic accident in February, gashed his leg open, had two heart attacks, got a collapsed lung, several infections and never made it out of the hospital.
Knowing he was not going to live, Kevin asked to be taken off all machines and passed away peacefully. Before all this Kevin had been laid off from a great job due to the poor economy and they had to rely on savings to survive. Rita needs our help!
We have started a fund called Rita’s Shares.
We are looking for 100 compassionate friends that will donate $10 a month for one year. This will allow Rita to grieve and not worry about losing her home while she does so. We already have 41 people signed up and are looking for 59 more. We started the fund on May 27th. Ask friends of yours also. Let’s help Rita know that people care. Contact me for info on donations.

Many thanks
Rob jolly
901-737-9377
Actingrob@aol.com


 

Date 04:40 PM - May 28, 2010
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello to the Yellowjackets from the Classes of '67,'68 and especially '69!

I'd like to locate Sarah Plunk from the Class of '67. Anyone know how to reach her?


 

Date 05:33 PM - May 27, 2010
Your Name Anita (Howard) Bean
Tech Year 1969
Email Grammy327@yahoo.com
Comments
Okay, I finally caved. I was checking out the Tech website and I'm totally impressed! I was in town at the last reunion for the Class of 1969 which was in Tech's cafeteria. Boy, did that bring back a lot of memories! I really enjoyed seeing everyone again! Several of you told me to check out the website. This is great! I hope to see everyone at the Tech Seven Reunion!


 

Date 10:29 AM - May 27, 2010
Your Name John Ellis
Tech Year 1959
Email jhe9943@suddenlink.net
Comments
Accidently came across the site a few weeks ago, so I updated my info, and added a reunion picture in the new pictures section. It is good to see that people still are keeping in touch.


 

Date 06:45 PM - May 26, 2010
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
Our class reunion events are fast approaching. Looking forward to seeing everyone involved. Thanks Gene for this website. Keep up the good work.


 

Date 08:41 AM - May 26, 2010
Your Name Lillian Bradley Laws
Tech Year 1941
Email zazlbl@sbcglobal.net
Comments
I finally gave in after over 40 years in San Antonio and am moving to Charleston, S.C.
I am building a small cottage on my daughter's water front property and will move the end of June.
Will keep enjoying the Tech website and after I am settled will touch base.


 

Date 09:13 PM - May 23, 2010
Your Name Rob Jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Tech High School
Class Reunion
1967 to 1973

We will have a reunion of those classes on August 27 and August 28, 2010. E-mail Rob Jolly at Actingrob@aol.com or call him at 901-737-9377. Go to www.memphistechhigh.com to list your information and find info about our reunion. Please tell any classmates or relatives that you may have about the website and the reunion.

Aug. 27 – Meet and Greet – Davies Plantation
Casual Dress – Bar-b-cue supper - $15 per person
Tech Memorabilia will be displayed.

Aug. 28 – Dinner and Dance – Holiday Inn at I-240
@ Poplar Ave. Dressy casual Attire - $60 per person.
Tech Memorabilia will be displayed.

$20 deposit per person by June 30.
Balance paid in full by August 15

Checks payable to:
Tech High Seven
8662 Pine Needle Drive, Germantown, TN 38139


 

Date 02:01 PM - May 21, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Dear Tech Friends,

Those of you who were at Tech during the era of art teacher Jobe Walker will be as saddened as I am today as I read his obituary in the Commercial Appeal. It is beautifully written and details a life of lovingly shared talent and service to others. He was a noble person and enriched our lives during our time at Tech. Fortunately, he knew he was appreciated, as so many former students have told me how they sought him out to tell him how he impacted their lives. May God bless and sustain his loved ones in his loss.

Carolyn Elliott


Webmaster Note:
Visit the HONORED TEACHER's section of this website and click on Mr. Walker's photo and the Obituary will pop up.


-


 

Date 10:55 PM - May 20, 2010
Your Name Rita (Ragle) Seidel
Tech Year 1973
Email Artisvogue@aol.com
Comments
I want to thank all of the wonderful teachers I had at Tech. They taught me many wonderful things, and gave me the inspiration to continue my education.


 

Date 11:09 AM - May 19, 2010
Your Name Linda (Hinson) Tenhet
Tech Year 71
Email lrtenhet@fedex.com
Comments
Hello everyone I am sure no one will remember me. But I have been looking on the web site and it's great seeing old names and old pictures.

I lost my annuals so I am glad to see faces on website.
 

 

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Date 09:33 PM - May 14, 2010
Your Name yolanda chaffen
Tech Year 81
Email shicara11@aol.com
Comments
just wanted to say hi to everyone from the class of 81 and to those who remember me from the classes 0f 79 80 and 82 which my niece shelia strickland graduated from hope to hear and see some of you real soon just found out about the reunion from my old friend marjorie.


 

Date 08:05 PM - May 09, 2010
Your Name Lillian Adams
Tech Year 1978
Email alillian47@yahoo.com
Comments
I am looking for Harold Williams class of '78. If anybody knows where he is or how to get in touch with him, please let me know. Lillian


 

Date 05:36 PM - May 05, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments

We've just been notified that PLANS HAVE CHANGED for the Tech High Seven Reunion. Information will be posted on the REUNION section when it is available.


 

Date 01:12 PM - May 04, 2010
Your Name Louis Lyon
Tech Year 1970
Email lyonlouis@yahoo.com
Comments
Has anyone heard from Betty Price or Brenda Yancey {Reynolds}?


 

Date 03:42 AM - May 04, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
For all who love nostalgia, get on Facebook and find Memories of a Lifetime in Memphis, TN. You may have some special thoughts to add to it.



Reply from Webmaster:

Before you leave the Tech Alumni website, be sure and visit OUR OWN SECTION "Memphis Memories" and please add some memories of your own.


 

Date 12:09 PM - May 03, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Brandon-Hall
Tech Year 1986
Email mphsfinest41@yahoo.com
Comments
Looking for Angie Wise that used too live on Frank St. We all were wondering what happen to you girl!!! You went to school with classmates Roy Massie and Roy Davis. Big Shot Out to South Mphs. and the Benford St Friends!!!


 

Date 08:29 AM - May 03, 2010
Your Name Jeanetta Bandy
Tech Year 1985
Email jeanetta.bandy@vanderbilt.edu
Comments
Hello,

I was wondering if anyone out there knows how to get a 1985 Tech High School yearbook. If so, contact me at the above email address.


 

Date 08:04 PM - May 02, 2010
Your Name Joe Lyle
Tech Year 1950
Email joelyle@charter.net
Comments
So very sorry we could not come to the reunion 5/1/10.Storms were bad here in Jackson,Tn.. We are ok but could not take a chance. Hope yall had fun and safe trip home..Could not ask for a better bunch of school mates. Maybe we could have one more and I would come in a submarine if necessary.
Bless you all. Joe


 

Date 03:31 PM - Apr 29, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
Congratulations to the Tech Class of 1950 on their 60th Anniversary Reunion on April 30 and May 1.


 

Date 08:18 PM - Apr 28, 2010
Your Name Millie (Ashby) Garlington
Tech Year 1958
Email millie@directv.net
Comments
Me again, I always seemed to have something else to say. I am on Facebook (my grandchildren set it up for me) Is anyone else on Facebook ?


 

Date 07:47 PM - Apr 28, 2010
Your Name Millie (Ashby) Garlington
Tech Year 1958
Email millie@directv.net
Comments
Hello to all you Yellowjackets ! I have just discovered this website and am SOOOOO impressed !
Great job, Webmaster ! I attended a reunion several years ago, the first time I had returned to Tech since 1958. I am still looking for my best friend at Tech, Betty Brown, '58....anyone have any idea where she might be ? I posted on Classmates.com for a couple of years, no luck.
Hope to make one of the Piccadilly meetings this summer. How blessed you all are who have kept in touch with each other ! (and those who have made it possible for us to reconnect !


 

Date 10:30 AM - Apr 28, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
SAD NEWS

We have learned today of the death of one of our major supporters, Martin J. "Buster" Bradley, Tech 1938, on April 17, in Brentwood, California.

Several years ago, when "Buster", the son of long-time Tech shop teacher "Jungle Jim" Bradley, learned about the website, he began contributing Tech-related articles to the BLUE & GOLD BUZZ section. Do yourself a favor and read them, if you have not.

Thank you Lillian Bradley Laws, Tech 1941, for letting us know about your brother. We extend our sincere sympathy.

The obituary has now been posted on the OBITUARY page and on Buster's yearbook photo on the 1938 pages.


 

Date 05:42 PM - Apr 27, 2010
Your Name gary groce
Tech Year 1971
Email ggroce99@aol.com
Comments
Look forward to seeing all at the Tech High reunion. I also want to thank everone for their prayers. My health is better and i am doing well thanks to everyone Gary Groce


 

Date 12:26 PM - Apr 27, 2010
Your Name Rob Coleman
Tech Year 1977
Email rcoleman@brycecorp.com
Comments
My brother "Chuck 75, my sister Patricia A. 70


 

Date 07:12 AM - Apr 26, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
I agree with Rita, the luncheon was so nice. Good to see some new faces. Photos of those attending can be seen on the 1969 class roster page under New Photos. The next scheduled luncheon is being planned for Sunday, June 27th. The location and time will be announced at a later date. Mark your calendars and keep checking for updates.
The 1969 Lady Yellowjackets are buzzing about in flight with great anticipation.


 

Date 05:11 AM - Apr 26, 2010
Your Name Rita Collier Harrell
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
Ladies that did not attened the lucheon on Saturday missed out on a great time. Hope to see all that didn't come this time at the next one. You will have a good time.


 

Date 10:37 PM - Apr 24, 2010
Your Name Barry G. Smith
Tech Year 69-70
Email papasmithsmurf@aol.com
Comments
Just found this site and brousing thru it brought back many wonderful memories of the the people I knew not only from school, but also the ones I knew from Speedway Terrace, I'll be trying to contact some soon. God Bless All


 

Date 09:54 PM - Apr 23, 2010
Your Name Joe Horton
Tech Year 1968
Email jhorton1@windstream.net
Comments
Great web page,enjoyed the pictures.


 

Date 01:35 PM - Apr 21, 2010
Your Name Calvin R. Williams
Tech Year 73'
Email Riyadh1044@gmail.com
Comments
Ok, How did the class of 73'get the honor of being the "Worst Class" ...explanation please someone!


 

Date 12:20 PM - Apr 19, 2010
Your Name Jim Hamblin
Tech Year 1971
Email jim.hamblin@rrd.com
Comments
Wow ... has it really been 39 years?


 

Date 07:34 PM - Apr 14, 2010
Your Name Rosalyn Gladney-Howard
Tech Year 1982
Email rosalyn.howard@ca.rr.com
Comments
I just stumbled across this site and I love it. Keep up the good work webmaster. Now, I have a geat tool to reconnect with my high school classmates.


 

Date 05:37 PM - Apr 13, 2010
Your Name Joel Hairston
Tech Year 1953-55
Email craftsmancutter@yahoo.com
Comments
I am looking for Robert R. Rye, a grad of the 54 class . . . if anyone can help, I will be most appreciative.

Thanks,

Joel Hairston


 

Date 04:52 PM - Apr 12, 2010
Your Name Maureen White Honorary Techite
Tech Year 1969
Email maureentwhite@bellsouth.net
Comments
I had the honor to be invited to the April 2010 get together of the class of 1951 hosted by Mr.& Mrs Jim Anderson...I was thrilled to meet Gene Gill, the Webmaster, all the 1951,'52 and'53 classmates, and spouses, I had seen in the yearbooks and in the pages of the Tech website...Everyone was so gracious and fun to be with and I can only hope to be invited to another gathering of this exceptional group of new friends...Thanks again for one of the most enjoyable evenings I've had in a long time.


 

Date 03:51 PM - Apr 12, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
i had the pleasure of dining with our web master
gene.....and other members of the class of 1951 this past weekend.
it was a real treat and their class is very close to each other and have many events of fellowhip and fun. the rest of the tech years should take note of this class!
thanks for inviting me.
love
rob jolly


 

Date 02:19 PM - Apr 07, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
Your webmaster will be in the Memphis area from April 8-12, 2010, to participate in the 1951 Class activities.

Please hold your email or requests until after that date.

-


 

Date 12:03 PM - Apr 04, 2010
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
Our class reunion efforts are coming up soon. Our next meeting will be April 25th at 4:00 pm at Leonard's Barbeque on Fox Plaza Dr. Look forward to seeing you there!


 

Date 07:00 AM - Apr 04, 2010
Your Name Sue Lee Johnson
Tech Year 1951
Email sue-lee-johnson@comcast.net
Comments
I want to wish everyone a Blessed Easter! After scanning every precious face on this web site I feel like I know each one of you! It brings Gene Gill and me such pleasure to know you enjoy going back in time and reliving the great memories from our beloved Tech High School!


 

Date 02:41 PM - Apr 03, 2010
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter!


 

Date 06:29 PM - Apr 02, 2010
Your Name Andy Pipkins
Tech Year 77-79
Email gpipkins@hotmail.com
Comments
Great memories at Tech!
I also have 2 brothers, Mark and Lee(Butch)Pipkins and sister Brenda that all graduated from Tech.
I would like to hear from some former classmates.


 

Date 03:19 PM - Mar 29, 2010
Your Name bobby green
Tech Year 1961
Email randjgreenpbol@sbcglobal.net
Comments
I just found out about this website on facebook and was wondering if any one was still out there from 1961 beside mary beth green and me. It would be great to know if there is a reunion in the planning stage.

We were living on the coast of Tx when IKE hit and we lost everything but we are now living in Conroe Ts and doing fine. Would like hear from some ou my classmates

Bobby Green


 

Date 08:05 AM - Mar 29, 2010
Your Name Frank Cherry
Tech Year 1968
Email fcherry@scsk12.org
Comments
Has anyone have information on Tommy Daws, class of 1966? I would like to talk to him.


 

Date 07:27 AM - Mar 25, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
The Tech High Seven Reunion Committee has updated their reunion information and it's now posted on the TECH REUNIONS section of the website.


 

Date 07:23 PM - Mar 23, 2010
Your Name Gary " HOGABOOM" Rodgers
Tech Year 1987
Email gbo09@hotmail.com
Comments
Class of 87 where you at, we where the last of the BEST.
Hit me up 615-478-0753


 

Date 08:27 AM - Mar 23, 2010
Your Name Lillian Adams
Tech Year 1978
Email alillian47@yahoo.com
Comments
I am so glad that Ron Jones told me about this site for the "YELLOWJACKETS". My years there were some of the best. I have so many memories of friends, events and staff. I am looking forward to hearing from my classmates.....Lil


 

Date 07:50 AM - Mar 15, 2010
Your Name ROY DAVIS
Tech Year 1982
Email DAVISROY@ATT.NET
Comments
HELLO CLASS MATES OF TECH HOPE ALL IS WELL WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU 901-870-5056 CALL ANYTIME.


 

Date 04:21 PM - Mar 14, 2010
Your Name PAULA BUMPAS
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4sgf@bellsouth.net
Comments
CAN ANYONE TELL ME HOW TO CONTACT JOE ROBERTSON CLASS OF 1964. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF MY HUSBAND DANNY AND WE HAVE LOST CONTACT WITH HIM. THANKS IN ADVANCE.


 

Date 05:14 PM - Mar 13, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
CLASS OF 1969 - LADIES
The location for the first outing of the year has been changed. Please update you calendar with the following information.Crumpets Tea Room, April 24th at 12:30. For more information and directions, please refer to the Tech High tab and click on dinners


 

Date 06:41 AM - Mar 13, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
MESSAGE TO PAULA BUMPUS!

There is a "Search Box" at the bottom of the Tech Rosters page. Simply enter "Joann Nelson" and a listing will come up with every "Nelson" or "Joann" in every yearbook.

Then you can do the same with "Betty Ann Wilson".


 

Date 05:38 AM - Mar 13, 2010
Your Name paula bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4sgf@bellsouth.net
Comments
i would like info on two relatives who attended Tech my cousin Joann Nelson and my husband's aunt Betty Ann Wilson. I would like to know their year of graduation so I can possibly look them up in the Tech year books . thanks in advance.


 

Date 06:41 PM - Mar 11, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1947. Thanks to Bob Mann, Tech 1947, for scanning the book.

To locate the yearbook, go to the 1947 pages of the website and click on the YEARBOOK button at the top of the page.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 03:23 PM - Mar 10, 2010
Your Name Brenda Pipkins
Tech Year 70-73
Email lantrip7674@aol.com
Comments
Hey Teresa Howe,
Thanks for organizing the Tech Reunion!


 

Date 10:50 AM - Mar 08, 2010
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year !979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
Birthday was Feb.6 and I'm a proud 49 year old singal female.And give all praise to God.


 

Date 10:45 AM - Mar 08, 2010
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year 1979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
Hello to everyone I'm doing fine and in good health thanks be to god.


 

Date 06:04 PM - Mar 07, 2010
Your Name Rose Mary Porter
Tech Year 1980
Email lachemere2000@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello fellow yellow jackets

also ahello from my sisters Barbara Porter class of 79 and Brenda Porter class of 81


 

Date 02:12 PM - Mar 07, 2010
Your Name michael t.
Tech Year 1982
Email mikewalls10@yahoo.com
Comments
what's up fellow tech alums. especially the class of 1982. somebody from the football team hit me up. harold person i know you are out there! class 83 10-1 . yall made us proud! everyone who remembers me hit me uP! i should be hard to forget ! as popular as i was . you guys are only 40's so yall should remember. R.I. P. BIG MICHAEL COLEMAN!


 

Date 08:50 AM - Mar 06, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
My condolences to the family of Mary Lorane Peters, (class of 1969). Another sad day as I reflect on the fond memories of Lorane who was a very special person. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Cecilia
 


 

Date 04:43 PM - Mar 05, 2010
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1957's yearbook now on the website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1957. Thanks to Bill Tucker, Tech 1957, for scanning the book.

To locate the yearbook, go to the 1957 pages of the website and click on the YEARBOOK button at the top of the page.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 12:03 PM - Mar 01, 2010
Your Name Elaine Brademeyer McAdams
Tech Year 1957
Email e-tmcadams@comcast.com
Comments
Email from Martin Willis ...

Please let our classmates know that I will not be answering E-mails for a while as my daughter, Willow Melody Willis passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2010.

Visitation is scheduled for Friday, March 5, 2010, 6 -8 P.M. at the Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home, 2323 W. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 689-8121 at which time a rosary will be said.

Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 6, 2010, 10:30 A.M. at Nativity Catholic Church, 705 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511-5443, (813) 681-4608.

Burial to follow at Hillsboro Memorial Gardens, 2323 W. Brandon Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511.

I would appreciate your putting this on a broadcast.

Thank you.

Martin Willis
3814 Treadway Drive
Valrico, FL 33594


 

Date 09:33 PM - Feb 25, 2010
Your Name Frank V.Tarrance
Tech Year 63-65
Email Ftarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Thanks Rita on Mr Marsh. I am so glad he is still around. I always enjoyed his class. and found him.I would really like to see him.I just checked the pictures. Thanks for the tip.


 

Date 03:21 PM - Feb 23, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1968's yearbook now on the website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1968. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite" for scanning the book.

And the 1968 class can also thank Dave French, Tech 1969, in arranging for Maureen to scan the book.

To locate the yearbook, go to the 1968 pages of the website and click on the YEARBOOK button at the top of the page.

Gene Gill, Webmaster

 

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Date 03:20 PM - Feb 23, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1968's yearbook now on the website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1968. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite" for scanning the book.

And the 1968 class can also thank Dave French, Tech 1969, in arranging for Maureen to scan the book.

To locate their yearbook, go to the 1968 pages and click on the YEARBOOK button at the top of the page.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 03:17 PM - Feb 23, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1968's yearbook now on website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1968. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite" for scanning the book.

And the 1968 class can also thank Dave French, Tech 1969, in arranging for Maureen to scan the book.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 12:43 PM - Feb 23, 2010
Your Name Charlotte Logan
Tech Year 1969
Email clogan987@gmail.com
Comments
Teton Trek is a brilliant choice!


 

Date 06:07 PM - Feb 22, 2010
Your Name Cynthia Dugan
Tech Year 78
Email ecoastproperties@bellsouth.net
Comments
I would like to say hello to all the class of 78.There is nothing I would enjoy better than seeing all of u again.We had some good as well as bad times,but they all were memorable.Would not change a thing if I had to do it again.Because those experiences molded me into the person I am today."LOOK FOWARD TO SEEING YOU YELLOW JACKETS AT THE NEXT REUION"


 

Date 05:26 PM - Feb 22, 2010
Your Name Dave French 1969
Tech Year 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 & 1973
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
"The Tech High 7” reunion committee for Classes 1967 through 1973 has announced the dates for their 2010 Reunion. The information has now been posted on the "TECH REUNIONS" section of the website.

Don't miss the link that has photos of the location for the Saturday evening event. Updates and class contacts will soon be added to this page as they are received. Please continue to check the "REUNION PAGE" often for these updates.

Come on 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972 & 1973!!! Show your Class and School Spirit and make plans to attend.


 

Date 02:23 PM - Feb 22, 2010
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
Ladies of 1969. First Outing of the year: Day Trip to Sikeston MO with lunch at the famous Lambert's Restaurant. For more details and contact information, visit the "Tech DINNERS, Meetings,etc" section, under "Tech High" on the web site's navigation menu.


 

Date 08:04 AM - Feb 22, 2010
Your Name Rita Collier Harrell
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
Frank, Mr. Marsh is still alive. In fact, he was one of the teachers that attended the 1969 class reunion held last September.


 

Date 01:30 PM - Feb 21, 2010
Your Name Karen Orr
Tech Year 1980
Email kdaviskkdavis@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello Tech class of 1980 and all yellow jackets, glad to have found this site. look forwarding to hearing from all of you. hoping everyone is feeling blessed.feel free to call me at. 901-644-3493


 

Date 07:27 PM - Feb 20, 2010
Your Name Frank V. Tarrance
Tech Year 63-65
Email FTarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Richard Steele, Is Mr Marsh still alive. I had him in 65 for band and worked with him several summer at the Board of Ed . We worked on Reed instruments there.He was a super teacher and frend.


 

Date 02:52 PM - Feb 18, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1967's yearbook now on website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1967. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite" for scanning the book.

And the 1967 class can also thank Dave French, Tech 1969, in arranging for Maureen to scan the book.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 01:46 PM - Feb 17, 2010
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
percy brown - class of 1970
passed away this week. obit was in commercial appeal.


 

Date 04:00 PM - Feb 16, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1939's yearbook now on website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1939. Thanks to Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite" for scanning the book.

And thanks to Dave French, Tech 1969, who wanted the 1939 book on the website because it's his uncle's year, and for arranging for Maureen to scan the book.

Gene Gill, Webmaster

 


 

Date 08:30 AM - Feb 16, 2010
Your Name Angela Dickerson
Tech Year 1980
Email asunshines01@yahoo.com
Comments
Hi everyone,

I hope that all is well with everyone. I can't wait to see all of you. I am sure we will have soooooo much fun catching up. I have been looking forward to this for years. May God continue to bless all of you. Angela


 

Date 12:44 PM - Feb 15, 2010
Your Name Charlotte Logan
Tech Year 1969
Email clogan987@gmail.com
Comments
I went to Humes Jr. High for 7th grade - I think it was 1963-1964.


 

Date 01:29 PM - Feb 12, 2010
Your Name Sadie Downen-Hayes
Tech Year 1969 and 1970
Email redangel53@bellsouth.net
Comments
Looking for folks that went to Humes High or Jr. High and people who lived in Hurt Village.


 

Date 04:25 PM - Feb 11, 2010
Your Name Phyllis Gary Treffinger
Tech Year 1969
Email treffinw@tecowestinghouse.com
Comments
I always read the obituaries and I hope everyone does.

Thomas Wilber Kitchens passed away February 6, 2010. Services will be Saturday February 13, 2010 at Forest Hill South.

Not only did Thomas attend Tech but his brother Leroy was Tech '54, his brother Bobby was Tech '56, and his sister Mary Jane was Tech '60.

I wonder if anyone knows if this family once lived in the Hollywood Community and attended Hollywood Junior High School. If so I went there with their little brother "Andy".


 

Date 12:02 PM - Feb 11, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1938's ENTIRE yearbook now on website.

The latest class to have their entire yearbook added to the Tech Alumni website is 1938.

Thanks to Dave French, Tech 1969, who wanted the 1938 book on the website because it's his father's year, and for arranging for Maureen Thoni White, "Honorary 1969 Techite", to scan the book.

Thanks to Maureen for scanning the entire book.


 

Date 09:25 AM - Feb 10, 2010
Your Name Richard Steele
Tech Year 1972
Email mapletonlv@cox.net
Comments
Not to worry Louise! Your class my have not been the worst after all! I was at Tech in 1972, and I feel as though I owe apologies to most of my teachers for acting like a fool and being such a poor student; especially Mrs. Stamper (who once told our English class that we were the most misearable examples of students she ever saw!) and Ms Shinault (my homeroom teacher), Mr. Marsh (for putting up with our crazy music we would play in Music Appreciation class), Mr. Jobe Walker (what a Saint and mentor he was!), and Mrs. Ruth Campbell (who I am sure I disrespected in History class). Bless all of them for their efforts in reaching out and trying to connect and make a difference! They never gave up, and as I look back on that experience, that is one lesson I won't forget!


 

Date 09:39 PM - Feb 09, 2010
Your Name Louise McClain
Tech Year "1973"
Email poetic1955@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello my fellow classmates. I really did enjoyed going to Memphis Tech in 1973. I would love to see or stay in contact with you all. Although, it was said," we were the worst class at Memphis Tech, and we didn't have a prom". Lets get together and have our own prom.


 

Date 05:16 PM - Feb 09, 2010
Your Name Bill Shelton
Tech Year 1962
Email wshelton5@suddenlink.net
Comments
Great website! After 40 years in higher ed administration I retired in 2008. I have continued my consulting work for the Association of Governing Boards. In 2000 I became President Emeritus and Regents Professor of Eastern Michigan University after 11 years as president. My most enjoyable experience at Tech was playing the lead in "Love is in the Air" (and shortly thereafter being kicked out of speech class for my ab-libbing). My greatest academic achievement at tech--winning the senior Enlish award. I think it was the only academic honor that Roland Pittman did not win that year. That dude was (and still is) super intelligent! Would enjoy hearing from any classmates. I chased my career all over the midwest and now live in Greenville, NC.


 

Date 07:49 PM - Feb 08, 2010
Your Name Sandy Jolly (Siegrist)
Tech Year 1968
Email sswriter@wi.rr.com
Comments
I've been living in Milwaukee, WI for the last 26 years. I have a husband of 32 years and a 24-year-old son who just earned his Master's degree in Science. I'm a writer/advertising & marketing consultant, managing my own business - and enjoying it immensely. This site rocks!


 

Date 06:32 PM - Feb 08, 2010
Your Name Frank Tarrance
Tech Year 65
Email Ftarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Ms Elliot what ever happen to Mr Tate. He was my homeroom Teacher. Mr Rodgers was my best buddy and Teacher. He got me out of english many time to work on that organ we put in the auditorium at Tech. This did not help my english grades,as you can most likely can tell, but I loved it anyway.


 

Date 08:54 AM - Feb 08, 2010
Your Name Joan Caldwell Lemser
Tech Year 1955
Email jlemser@wucpas.com
Comments
Thanks for such an awesome website!!! Thanks to Ruth also for getting the '55 year book to Gene. So much hard work has been put into all of this and I really appreciate it.


 

Date 11:05 AM - Feb 06, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
1955's ENTIRE Yearbook now on the website

The latest class to have their entire Yearbook (every single page) added to the Tech Alumni website is 1955.
Thanks to Ruth Hage St. Peter, Tech 1955, for scanning the yearbook for the website.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 08:36 AM - Feb 06, 2010
Your Name paula williams bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4sgf@bellsouth.net
Comments
can anyone give me info on MR. RAY STEPHENS, HE WAS MY HOMEROOM TEACHER AND MY AMERICAN HISTORY TEACHER. LEARNED SO MUCH FROM HIM AND LOVED HIM DEARLY. THANKS IN ADVANCE.


 

Date 02:15 PM - Feb 04, 2010
Your Name Rebecca S Davis
Tech Year 1958
Email rbbrown1338@att.net
Comments
No picture.


 

Date 12:24 PM - Feb 03, 2010
Your Name VICKIE GASTON SCOTT
Tech Year 1980
Email vscotthott@yahoo.com
Comments
I JUST WANTED TO SAY HIGH TO ALL MY FELLOW YELLOW JACKETS WE HAD SO MUCH FUN


 

Date 08:15 AM - Feb 03, 2010
Your Name janice alford
Tech Year 1985
Email ahhfactory@yahoo.com
Comments
Hi guys I am looking for the We are the World video
we did in 1985 for class day call me at 901-531-0834


 

Date 11:23 AM - Feb 02, 2010
Your Name Ersellee "Leigh" Moran Kendrick
Tech Year 1948
Email leigh_kendrick@comcast.net
Comments
Gene, I really appreciate the Tech site. You have don't a wonderful job with it. I will support you and the site until God calls me home. May God bless you and each of your other supporters. See you in our next life. Love


 

Date 07:05 PM - Feb 01, 2010
Your Name Frank V. Tarrance
Tech Year 1965
Email FTarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Carol Bushart,what is your E-mail address.


 

Date 06:47 PM - Feb 01, 2010
Your Name Frank V.Tarrance
Tech Year 1965
Email FTarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Paula Williams Bumpus, was Danny in the Radio and TV class in 1965?


 

Date 04:12 PM - Feb 01, 2010
Your Name Phillip (Phil ) Ales
Tech Year 1964-1967
Email hdcruiser79@yahoo.com
Comments
Great school, great people, great memories!
Hi y'all


 

Date 06:53 PM - Jan 31, 2010
Your Name JUNE BARNETT
Tech Year 1973
Email JUNEFOUST@BELLSOUTH.NET
Comments
I went to Tech with my sister Gloria and brother Danny. We had a great time at Tech. The web-site is wonderful. What dedication.


 

Date 12:25 PM - Jan 29, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
A sad note in the Commercial Appeal today! (Yes, that's a sentence fragment, but I am retired and can get away with it.) There is a photo of the Zippin Pippin at the Fairgrounds being dismantled for storage. Many memories will go into storage with it.


 

Date 04:20 PM - Jan 26, 2010
Your Name Carolyn "Lynne" Carter-Adams
Tech Year 1981
Email Ladytigger@tmomail.net
Comments
I look forward to hearing from anyone...;-)


 

Date 06:30 AM - Jan 26, 2010
Your Name Rita Collier Harrell
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
Techites sign in on the web site and let people from Tech know where you are, what you are doing, In other words let us know if you're still out there.


 

Date 07:51 AM - Jan 24, 2010
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments

Memo to these early supporters of the Tech Alumni website:

....Bob Mann, T'47
....Ruth Hage St. Peter, T'55
....Martin Willis, T'56
....Virginia Brown Clingan, T'64
....Ruth Sanders Morgan, T'68
....Phil Murphy, T'68
....Theresa Brown Harris, T'77, T'78

You stepped forward when this website was just beginning and scanned the senior photos of your class for us. Why not complete the process now, and scan your entire yearbook so it can be added to the website?

You scan your yearbook, and I'll add every page. Please contact me.

Gene Gill, Webmaster


 

Date 09:18 PM - Jan 23, 2010
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Regarding Danny Boyd's comments about never seeing fellow 1967 classmates checking in on the site. Well Danny, someone has to begin the process of looking for one, then another. Soon it takes on a life of it's own. If you haven't noticed, the 1967 Class contact person is not even from your class. It is Rob Jolly, Class President from 1970. If you are interested in taking on that role, I will be glad to assist you with information on locating fellow classmates. You have a much smaller class than the later years, so it should be much easier to tackle. Please email or give me a call to discuss if interested. My contact information is under 1969. Believe me,... it is very rewarding.


 

Date 07:10 AM - Jan 22, 2010
Your Name Danny Boyd
Tech Year 1967
Email dboyd@mercuryprtg.com
Comments
Have all the 67 Grads disappeared, I never see anyone on this great Web Site?


 

Date 05:58 AM - Jan 21, 2010
Your Name Arlinda Christian- Woods
Tech Year 1985
Email arlinda1966@yahoo.com
Comments
HELLO FELLOW YELLOWJACKETS.LONG TIME NO SEE. I HOPE THAT EVERYONE IS DOING GOOD AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE SOON. MY # IS 901-691-9175


 

Date 01:32 PM - Jan 17, 2010
Your Name Michael Hunter
Tech Year 1968
Email hunav@mvtel.net
Comments
Hello to all the folks from 1968. Hope 2010 is a good year for all of you. I'm in Mountain View, AR. Run an aircraft maintenance facility. Still married to Brenda Pate, Messick, Class of 1968. One son, Jason, he's a sniper in the army. Two grandaughters and one grandson. Life is still good. I get to fly at least once a week. Hope to see all of you at the next reunion.


 

Date 12:34 PM - Jan 17, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Today's Viewpoint section of the Commercial Appeal has an article on local school security, including a huge photo of the first floor corridor and office area of Northwest Prep, once our beloved Tech. Grads who haven't been inside the building in years will recognize the territory, virtually unchanged from the old days. It's a testament to the structural integrity of this great old building that it is still fulfilling its purpose in a new life.


 

Date 10:08 PM - Jan 15, 2010
Your Name Patrick Richmond
Tech Year 1982
Email videoman125@comcast.net
Comments
Great website!


 

Date 11:56 PM - Jan 12, 2010
Your Name eddie b scott
Tech Year 1981
Email eddiescott79@yahoo.com
Comments
hello yellowjackets its been 29yrs found ben ward from central warriors on my last visit home who put me on to this site anyone know how to get in touch with (hatch)he play b-ball with malcolm nelson,mcelroy,d.phillps etc.79-81


 

Date 12:58 PM - Jan 12, 2010
Your Name tonya Johnson(Franklin)
Tech Year 1986
Email johnsontonya1167@yahoo.com
Comments
I am so excited about this website. Please keep me informed on the reunion i have not attended not 1 since i left school.


 

Date 03:17 PM - Jan 07, 2010
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
The new year brings the finalization of our mulityear reunion. All interested meet us at Leonard's Barbeque on Sunday 1/10/2010 at 4:00 pm.


 

Date 06:11 PM - Jan 04, 2010
Your Name Valerie Dodson Caswell
Tech Year 1985
Email vdbarbie@yahoo.com
Comments
HAPPY NEW YEAR.Class of 85 please update the website so that others will know whats taking place thanks


 

Date 06:00 PM - Jan 04, 2010
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Dr. Austin, I'll certainly be at the reunion if at all possible. You are so kind to remember your teachers. Some schools do not even invite them to the reunions, but Tech students have warm hearts. It will be a joy to see you again.


 

Date 04:12 PM - Jan 04, 2010
Your Name Steve Austin MD
Tech Year 1968
Email reekinhavoc@sbcglobal.net
Comments
ok Back on here calling out Ms. Sandra Barron(Van Velsor). I expect you to attend in addition...! I believe a 7 class reunion might be in the works and I want to see you there!

Also Mr Wright (Homeroom teacher) you gotta be there also!


Steve


 

Date 04:02 PM - Jan 04, 2010
Your Name Steve Austin MD
Tech Year 1968
Email reekinhavoc@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Hello all 1968 graduates. Im going to come to the reunion this year (if there is one) if and ONLY if Carolyn Elliott is to attend..!!! Balls in your court Ms. Elliott!

Steve

 

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Date 08:57 AM - Jan 01, 2010
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Happy new year to all my 1968 graduation class and all my other tech high friends. May it be a great 2010 for us all!


 

Date 09:29 PM - Dec 31, 2009
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
"HAPPY NEW YEAR" to all "Techites in Two Thousand Ten"


 

Date 07:11 PM - Dec 31, 2009
Your Name Marilyn (Long)Moss
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
Where are the class of 71? Hi Gary Groce. Happy New Year to you all. I sure hope 2010 is better than 2009 for everyone.


 

Date 11:32 PM - Dec 30, 2009
Your Name Sandra Pate
Tech Year 1978
Email grmtn2000@yahoo.com
Comments
Happy New Year to all in the Tech Family.
I lost my annuals (76, 77 and 78) and would love to get them replaced, especially my graduation year of 78.


 

Date 04:44 PM - Dec 30, 2009
Your Name paula williams bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4sgf@bellsouth,net
Comments
does anyone know how to reach jerry wayne young class of 1965? he was a good buddy of mine and I would love to hear from him. thanks so much,


 

Date 05:46 AM - Dec 30, 2009
Your Name PAULA WILLIAMS BUMPAS
Tech Year 1965
Email KD4SGF@BELLSOUTH,NET
Comments
I WANT TO SAY HI TO ALL MY FRIENDS FROM THE CLASS OF 1965,HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL! I WAS IN MR. STEPHEN'S HOME ROOM AND WOULD LOVE TO HERE FROM THOSE WHO WERE THERE WITH ME AND ANY OTHERS WHO REMEMBER ME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR ALL THE MEMORIES!


 

Date 12:16 PM - Dec 29, 2009
Your Name Karen(KK)Lee
Tech Year T1985
Email kbennett@memphispolice.org
Comments
HELLO YELLOWJACKETS, THIS SATURDAY (01/2/2010) AT 3:00 PM, CLASSES OF 82-87 WILL BE GATHERING FOR OUR NEW YEAR'S PARTY, AND ALSO TALK ABOUT THE TRIP TO NEW ORLEANS IN MAY.

SO COME OUT AND HAVE FUN AND MEET YOUR CLASSMATES. WE WILL BE AT "THE WORKS SALON", OWNER KENNETH HOWARD, WHICH IS LOCATED ON HIGHLAND STREET, ACROSS THE STREET FROM WENDY'S. BRING SOMETHING TO EAT OR DRINK(IF U KNOW WHAT I MEAN)


 

Date 06:41 PM - Dec 28, 2009
Your Name Trilby J Tipler (Duncan)
Tech Year 1969
Email kduncan0326@comcast.net
Comments
Hello Everyone:

I hope that you all had a "Merry Christmas". I know that I was truly blessed this year. I hope each and everyone of you were as well.

See you soon - God Bless --- Trilby


 

Date 08:55 PM - Dec 25, 2009
Your Name REBECCA FERGUSON AKA BECKY DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT !!!


 

Date 10:50 AM - Dec 25, 2009
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
This message board has meant a great deal to me in retirement, as I have been able to reconnect with dozens of former students, teachers, and staff. It's great to learn about their lives today and to know that they value the memories of Tech High. God bless Gene for providing this wonderful venue, and God bless all the Tech family on this Christmas Day.


 

Date 12:19 AM - Dec 25, 2009
Your Name Steve Wiles
Tech Year 1955
Email swiles@ecarthage.com
Comments
Merry Christmas all you "YELLOW JACKETS"


 

Date 02:23 PM - Dec 23, 2009
Your Name Connie Scott Gregory
Tech Year 1973 (1974)
Email cmgregory@bigriver.net
Comments

Brenda Pipkins...I remember you!!!!!

Hey Becky Dennington!!!
I'd love to hear from all of you!

Connie


 

Date 04:10 PM - Dec 22, 2009
Your Name Hettie Goodrich Whitlow
Tech Year 1965
Email hettie.whitlow@att.net
Comments
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Tech High graduates and especially those from 1965.


 

Date 11:27 AM - Dec 22, 2009
Your Name Valerie Caswell
Tech Year 1985
Email vdbarbie@yahoo.com
Comments
MERRY CHRISTMAS CLASS Of 1985


 

Date 03:36 PM - Dec 21, 2009
Your Name carla elliott
Tech Year 1986
Email re34@bellsouth.net
Comments
I'm really glad that I found this website. Hello to my classmates. I will write a message every now and then and inform former classmates of this website.


 

Date 02:52 PM - Dec 21, 2009
Your Name LaMar Davis 3rd
Tech Year 1980
Email ld3video@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello all. Looking foward to seeing you guys and ladies. Life has really been intresting and I would'nt change it for the world. Still doing the two things I love - working in tv and playing music. Got a beautiful wife and kids. Wow! Who would have THUNK IT? LOL


 

Date 05:24 PM - Dec 19, 2009
Your Name Joan Stevens Glenn
Tech Year 1949
Email jg0187@bellsouth.net
Comments
I just found this website. I was looking for some news of old friends and found some had passed away to my distress. I am suprised I am still living. Love this web site and Gene Gill did a great job. Thanks.


 

Date 04:52 PM - Dec 15, 2009
Your Name Brenda Pipkins
Tech Year 72, 73 (class of74)
Email lantrip7674@aol.com
Comments
Today just by chance I googled Tech High and was so happy to find this site!
Does anyone remember me?
or my brothers Mark Pipkins(1970-71)he played football and Butch Pipkins, he played basket ball? (73-74-75)
I was kind of shy, I had Mrs Hunt for home room for 2 years and I also took cosmetology (3rd floor,
Mrs Morris was my English teacher and she was very kind and encouraging to me.
I see quite a few names that I remember-
(Becky Dennington, Donna Sears)
I have alot of good memories at Tech-The years have flown by so fast! I would love to go to a Tech Reunion-I have a 1973 Year book.


 

Date 07:09 PM - Dec 14, 2009
Your Name Harriett Runnion Crews
Tech Year 1969
Email harriett@crewsrealty
Comments
I went to Nashville this weekend with the girls for our class and we had the best time. It was so great reminisiscing about the past and making new memories.
Thanks to all who arranged the weekend it means so much to get together more often than every 10 years.
I hope this group keep this up and more of you from the class of 69 participates.
I wish all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!

Harriett


 

Date 07:01 PM - Dec 13, 2009
Your Name Francine (Hoard) Craig
Tech Year 1969
Email francine84@bellsouth.net
Comments
Several ladies from the 1969 Class took a mini trip to Nashville this weekend. Stayed at the Radisson, across from Opryland Hotel, Saturday night. We went to see the Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at the Grand Old Opry House. This was absolutely wonderful. We all had a GREAT time! These meetings are enjoyable and we ladies have renewed (and in some cases formed) lasting bonds with one another. These are the sisters I never had and I love you all for being a part of my life.


 

Date 05:35 PM - Dec 12, 2009
Your Name carla elliott
Tech Year 1986
Email re34@bellsouth.net
Comments
I'm glad I found this website. Hello to my classmates class of 1986.


 

Date 03:50 PM - Dec 12, 2009
Your Name UNTONIO RATLIFF
Tech Year 1985
Email UNTONIORATLIFF@YAHOO.COM
Comments
I REALLY ENJOY SEEING SOME OLD FACES,BUT ON A SAD NOTE I JUST WANT TO LET FELLOW YELLOWJACKET MEMBERS,ESPECIALLY THE CLASS OF 1984,THAT MY SISTER WANDA M RATLIFF PASSED AWAY SEPTEMBER 11,2009...GOD BLESS YOU ALL


 

Date 07:08 AM - Dec 11, 2009
Your Name paula williams bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4cyn@bellsouth.net
Comments
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL 1965 CLASS - CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU NEXT SUMMER!


 

Date 01:00 PM - Dec 09, 2009
Your Name James E. Harris
Tech Year 1980
Email jharris889@aol.com
Comments
Hello, YELLOWJACKETS. I can't wait to see all of the Alumni at the 2010 Reunion....


 

Date 10:26 AM - Dec 09, 2009
Your Name Frank Cherry
Tech Year 1968
Email fcherry@scsk12.org
Comments
I would like to know if anyone has heard or seen Billy Guy Arnold? He was one of my best friends. I haven't seen him since high school, any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Frank.


 

Date 09:06 AM - Dec 09, 2009
Your Name Frank Cherry
Tech Year 1968
Email fcherry@scsk12.org
Comments
hello, everybody


 

Date 06:39 PM - Dec 08, 2009
Your Name Druscilla Whitten Arnold
Tech Year 1966
Email hairmaven60@hotmail.com
Comments
This is a wonderful website! I just found it this week.Was very sorry to see that so many of our class have passed away.I would like to hear from any one in my class or the class of '67. I had several friends in that class,too.Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all.


 

Date 07:55 AM - Dec 07, 2009
Your Name Valerie Dodson Caswell
Tech Year 1985
Email vdbarbie@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello Everyone.I am looking foward to our reunion soon.


 

Date 09:50 PM - Dec 04, 2009
Your Name mike walls
Tech Year 1982
Email mikewalls10@yahoo.com
Comments
carl 'killa ' carr and spanky basett are having their annual christmas party! when: sat. december 12th
where: memphis nites - 3297 kirby parkway
time: 10pm- until
admission: $10.00
calling all class of '84
raffle will take place every hour on the hour. 4 more info call carl carr @ 901.859.3867


 

Date 08:27 PM - Dec 04, 2009
Your Name Gail Pinner Moore
Tech Year 1969-1971
Email rgpmoore@yahoo.com
Comments
I had lots of great memories at Tech. Lost touch with lots of friends.


 

Date 03:23 PM - Dec 04, 2009
Your Name Kenneth Vassar
Tech Year 1985
Email Troublewantlast@yahoo.com
Comments
Hi Good To hear from you again.


 

Date 11:41 AM - Dec 02, 2009
Your Name Jurice Washington Smith
Tech Year 1977-1980
Email jsmith922@comcast.net
Comments
I attended there until I moved to Malvern AR in late 1980. My brother James Washington graduated in 1981.


 

Date 08:21 AM - Dec 01, 2009
Your Name Calvin R Williams
Tech Year 1973
Email Riyadh1044@gmail.com
Comments
Hello 73ers,

Just a quick note from a follow alumni that I am alive, well and living in Paris, France. Would love to hear from you all.

CRW
 


 

Date 06:14 PM - Nov 29, 2009
Your Name Terri Ivy-Wright
Tech Year 1979
Email tlovescwright@aol.com
Comments
Hello to all my classmates. Where are you Terry Jackson? Just want to say hello!


 

Date 02:05 AM - Nov 29, 2009
Your Name michael trevillian
Tech Year 1982
Email mikewalls10@yahoo.com
Comments
looking at this site brings back a lot of memories! man it doesn't seem that long ago , but i guess it has been. shout out to the old football team, from the old quarterback. we did our best! if you remember me hit me up. michael t. quarterback class of 82'


 

Date 02:03 AM - Nov 29, 2009
Your Name michael trevillian
Tech Year 1982
Email mikewalls102yahoo.com
Comments
looking at this site brings back a lot of memories! man it doesn't seem that long ago , but i guess it has been. shout out to the old football team, from the old quarterback. we did our best! if you remember me hit me up. michael t. quarterback class of 82'


 

Date 09:08 AM - Nov 26, 2009
Your Name Willard Freeze
Tech Year 1964
Email Wil11secgt@aol.com
Comments
That last message was great. Thanks for sending it. Wonder what that boy is doing now???


 

Date 08:16 AM - Nov 26, 2009
Your Name Carolyn Elliott1
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
The last message about Thanksgiving baskets touched my heart, and I join Gary in his holiday wishes for the Tech High family. Generosity was one of the hallmarks of Tech students and faculty, especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Once, when our homeroom secretary was taking up our daily donations for our basket, Miss Margaret Kelly was in the hallway. She whispered to me with tears in her eyes that one of my homeroom boys who had just donated a dollar, maybe his lunch money, was from a family on the Guidance Department's list to receive one of the baskets. God bless all of you who loved and continue to love Tech.


 

Date 10:01 AM - Nov 24, 2009
Your Name Gary Groce
Tech Year 1971
Email ggroce99@aol,com
Comments
I wish all my classmates the best holiday season ever. My prayers and best wishs go out to my fellow yellowjackets. A great holiday season to everyone. I remember how we use to deliver thankgiving baskets this time of year from School. We had so much fun! Gary Groce


 

Date 09:56 AM - Nov 24, 2009
Your Name Dean & Brenda Bishop
Tech Year 1973
Email dbishop336@gmail.com
Comments
Happy T day.


 

Date 09:58 PM - Nov 23, 2009
Your Name Tom Stone
Tech Year 1970
Email stonenp@verizon.net
Comments
Just found the page from facebook no less. Look forward to the next reunion. Great times at ole Tech.


 

Date 06:57 PM - Nov 16, 2009
Your Name Christine Wilbanks
Tech Year 1980
Email frog052962@aol.com
Comments
Just trying to keep in touch with my classmates. There are several of the Class of 1980 that I would really enjoy hearing from. :-)


 

Date 06:50 PM - Nov 13, 2009
Your Name Maureen T. White
Tech Year 1969
Email maureentwhite@bellsouth.net
Comments
Dear Gene,

The new look of the web site is great...You create the most interesting sections and keep everything up to date...I did not attend Tech, but I enjoy going through the website...

Maureen White
Honorary Techite 1969


 

Date 01:32 PM - Nov 13, 2009
Your Name Paula "Candy" Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year Tech 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
Gene - You done good! Once again, you have come up with a great format. Great Job, and we all appreciate it.


 

Date 05:49 PM - Nov 11, 2009
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Gene,

Great update to an already Super Site. Many thanks for all the revisions made to the 1969 pages as well. Hopefully I speak for my fellow alumni as I say Thank You again for all you do for Tech High.

Regards,
Dave


 

Date 04:54 PM - Nov 09, 2009
Your Name paula williams bumpas
Tech Year 1965
Email kd4cyn@bellsouth.net
Comments
mrs. elliot told me about the web site. just a note to all from 1965, would love to hear from any of you who remember me. danny and i went to tech and we married in 1968, we have to daughters and two grandaughters.


 

Date 12:05 PM - Nov 06, 2009
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
To all the ladies of the class of 1969.

A 2-day trip to Nashville has been planned for December 12, including One Night at the Radisson, rate of $89 + tax = $106, and reserved seating at the Rockette's christmas Show for $35 each. Deadline for submitting your request is November 20.

Contact Rita Collier Harrell 901-488-3858
rharrell08@yahoo.com


 

Date 06:56 AM - Nov 06, 2009
Your Name ANTOINETTE TAYLOR
Tech Year 1984
Email AMTAY3@WEBTV.NET
Comments
HELLO EVERYONE,C/84-87,IM LOOKING FORWARD TO OUR TRIP TO SIKESTON MO. ON THE 14..CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU GUYS...


 

Date 07:39 PM - Nov 05, 2009
Your Name Frank Tarrance
Tech Year 63-65
Email ftarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Great site, Thanks to all who helped. Looking for band members 63-65. Also Radio TV Guys.


 

Date 12:57 PM - Nov 03, 2009
Your Name Sheila Heard
Tech Year 1985
Email sheilaheard@yahoo.com
Comments
HELLO EVERYONE

 

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Date 09:42 AM - Nov 03, 2009
Your Name Peggy Berry
Tech Year 1956
Email plw444@cox.net
Comments
George Jeu, class of 1956 is having his first chemo treatment at the moment of this message. Remember George and his family in prayer as he continues treatments and dealing with his cancer. Facebook members can go to Praying for George Jeu where his daughters are keeping everyone up to date on George's progress. You can also leave messages for George and family.


 

Date 11:08 AM - Nov 02, 2009
Your Name Mildred Groom
Tech Year 1959
Email mickasaurus@gmail.com
Comments
Great stuff, look forward to seeing more in the future! God Bless!


 

Date 12:15 AM - Nov 02, 2009
Your Name TYRONE ROBINSON SR
Tech Year 1982
Email heaven392002@yahoo.com
Comments
BLESS ALL THE TECH FAMILY, GOOD TO SEE U ALL STILL IN THE LAND OF THE LIVING. WHAT UP CLASS OF 1982. THIS UR BROTHER CRAZY TYRONE ROBINSON. NOW WE NEED TO COME TOGETHER AND PUT A REAL FAMILY REUNION TOGETHER FOR THOSE THAT WANT TO SEE ONE ANOTHER. LET TAKE A CRUSIE OR A TRIP OF HAVE A BIG FEAST. WELL IM GLAD WE HAVE ANOTHER CHANCES TO BE ABLE TO SEE AND TALK TO EACH OTHER AGAIN. THOSES OF U PLEASE LET TRY TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH EACH OTHER. MY #901-550-8775


 

Date 10:10 AM - Oct 31, 2009
Your Name Hettie Goodrich
Tech Year 1965
Email hettie.whitlow@att.net
Comments
This web site is great, thanks. Would love to hear from the class of 1965 (or anyone who knew me or my sisters). Wish I knew where Marily Naylor is. I have been married to Lonnie Whitlow for 44 years. We live in Beaufort, MO. I have four daughters and six grandchildren (2 boys, 4 girls) oldest is 22, youngest is 6. My husband and I are both retired and bought an R.V. this year and have enjoyed it this summer.


 

Date 12:25 PM - Oct 28, 2009
Your Name Ersellee "Leigh" Moran Kendrick
Tech Year '48
Email leigh_kendrick@comcast.net
Comments
David French, thanks for posting Ginger's death information on the guest book. We had a beautiful graveside service in the chapel because of the pouring rain. Her mother Leigh.


 

Date 08:44 AM - Oct 25, 2009
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Ginger Leigh Davis Vick (T'69) passed away Friday, October 23, 2009 at 12:25 a.m., after an 8-year battle with cancer. Her Mother, Ersellee ‘Leigh’ Moran Kendrick (T'48) and Stepfather, Douglas Kendrick (T'46) are both graduates of Tech.

Please look at Ginger's Website on CaringBridge that her Mother set-up and kept for her. Feel free to read her story, daily journal, guest book, or sign her guest book.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/gingervick1

Ginger's obituary will be in both the Sunday and Monday issues of the Commercial Appeal. She will be buried Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Memory Hill Gardens on Germantown Parkway. Graveside service are at 2 p.m. with visitation at 1 p.m. Memphis Funeral Home is in charge.


 

Date 06:46 PM - Oct 24, 2009
Your Name Regina Page
Tech Year 1969
Email ladyregina999@yahoo.com
Comments
I have just learned tonight from David French that my dear friend, Ginger Leigh Davis Vick (Tech 1969) lost her fight with breast cancer on Friday. I am so saddened to hear this but I rejoice that she now rests with our Lord and Savior, no longer in pain.


 

Date 09:08 AM - Oct 22, 2009
Your Name Dennis Beaird
Tech Year 1963
Email dbeaird@bellsouth.net
Comments
Great web site!


 

Date 06:39 AM - Oct 22, 2009
Your Name Brian Fitzgibbon
Email fitzgibboncb@comcast.net
Comments
My stepdad was William Kobeck, principal of Tech from 1976 to around 1980 when he was transferred to East High School. He was a great man.

I remember many basketball and football games in Paris and Murfreesboro Tennessee when I was younger. Also, there were numerous games at Melrose and Northside along the way.

I can't forget the vault in the office and all of the items that he would confiscate. His assissant principal was Freeland Brown, a wonderful man. He did his job very well, and allowed me posession of the gym anytime that I wanted on my own. Those days are gone for good! Rest in peace Mr. Kobeck, you were well loved, no matter which school you served!

Brian Fitzgibbon


 

Date 10:08 AM - Oct 19, 2009
Your Name Liddie (Money) Frederick
Tech Year 1967
Email rfrederi@bellsouth.net
Comments
I would like to correspond with Janie (Fisher) Wiley. I have tried to e-mail her at the e-mail address given on this web-site, but it comes back. Janie if you or Peggy read these, please e-mail me. I have a few question about the article that I read. Would love to learn more from you.
Liddie (Money) Frederick


 

Date 10:19 AM - Oct 16, 2009
Your Name Sheila Heard
Tech Year 1985
Email sheilaheard@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello YellowJackets!! Today is Ken Howard's Birthday (Oct 16). Also there will be a meeting regarding the 1980-1987 Class Reunions, at his shop on October 17,2009 at 4:00PM. His shop is located at 744 Highland. Email him at NoLimitsForYou@Yahoo.com


 

Date 09:13 PM - Oct 07, 2009
Your Name BECKY FERGUSON AKA DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
HELLO YELLOW JACKETS !!!!! STILL WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM DORRIE FOERBESS .


 

Date 09:07 PM - Oct 07, 2009
Your Name BECKY FERGUSON AKA DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
DONNA SEARS IM GLAD YOU GOT YOUR YEAR BOOK . IT WAS GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU TOO.I HAVE BEEN BUSY AT WORK BUT WILL GET BACK WITH YOU . BECKY DENNINGTON- FERGUSON


 

Date 07:16 AM - Oct 07, 2009
Your Name William McCluskey
Tech Year 1940
Email wmcclus@aol.com
Comments
Anyone know where I might find a Tech 1940 yearbook.


 

Date 10:12 PM - Oct 06, 2009
Your Name Susan (Hoskins)Yoon
Tech Year 1969
Email susanhyoon@hotmail.com
Comments
Hi Tech High Friends,
Gene and I both were in the class of "69". We were at the reunion this year. We also were the couple married the longest "40" years. This was the best reunion ever. No drinking, no loud music but lots of talking with old friends. Thanks for all your hard work David and your great helpers!!!! Susan


 

Date 09:33 AM - Oct 06, 2009
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
Our class reunion is a multi class effort that now includes persons from years 79-81.


 

Date 12:56 AM - Oct 03, 2009
Your Name KENNY HOWARD
Tech Year 1984
Email no limits for you@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello! Yellow Jackets (Classes of 1980-1987) the big day has come for us to meet and greet again on October 03, 2009 at 3:00pm., at The Works Studio Salon on 744 South Highland (across for Wendy's) 458-5153. Hoping to see you all there. GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Yellow Jackets
Call if any questions on directions.


 

Date 09:33 AM - Oct 02, 2009
Your Name sheila heard
Tech Year 1985
Email sheilaheard@yahoo.com
Comments
HELLO EVERYONE


 

Date 08:34 AM - Oct 02, 2009
Your Name Marilyn (Long) Moss
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
Just want to shout a HELLO to Donna Sears Bowen. I hope to see more of 71 class on here. And maybe someday we can all meet for pizza or something. I still live close by, Olive Branch, Ms. Never got to far from Memphis. HI to all of 1971!


 

Date 01:04 PM - Oct 01, 2009
Your Name Paul Houston
Tech Year '86
Email smoovepaul@yahoo.com
Comments
meeting saturday oct.3,2009 at 3;00pm
at the works studio salon 744 south highland
901-458-5153
class of 80-87 please come


 

Date 10:30 AM - Oct 01, 2009
Your Name Donna Sears Bowen
Tech Year 1972
Email suthrngrlz@gmail.com
Comments
Thank you Rob Jolly for sending me the 1972 annual!!! I was so excited to recieve it! My kids will love looking at my friends!

Is there anyone with a spare 1971 annual?

I enjoyed hearing from Becky Dennington too! Hey Marilyn Long!


 

Date 09:30 PM - Sep 30, 2009
Your Name Michael Hunter
Tech Year 1968
Email hunav@mvtel.net
Comments
Anybody know how the turnout for the class of 68 was at the 1969 class reunion? Sorry I didn't make it. Would have liked to see everyone after all these years.


 

Date 03:00 PM - Sep 29, 2009
Your Name Marilyn (Long)Moss
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
I remember you Gary Coleman. Glad to see another class of 71 on the guest book. I was thinking they all disappeared except for Gary Groce. I hope someday we can all at least have a get together one weekend somewhere.


 

Date 12:18 PM - Sep 29, 2009
Your Name Dave & Chuck French
Tech Year 1969 & 1970
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Congratulations to Charles A. French, Jr., Tech 1938, on celebrating his 90th Birthday today.

We Love You,
Chuck & Dave


 

Date 10:32 PM - Sep 28, 2009
Your Name Deloris M (Bursott) Mills
Tech Year 1972
Email dmbm482005@yahoo.com
Comments
I enjoy this website and I know Doug Mills would of too, but he has past on Nov 2004. I hope to see some of class of 1972 at the next reunion. Please if Janice Camburn see this contact me by e-mail or phone 901-326-0546.


 

Date 10:10 PM - Sep 28, 2009
Your Name Donna Sears Bowen
Tech Year 1972
Email suthrngrlz@gmail.com
Comments
Somehow all my yearbooks have gotten lost or something. I am lloking for a copy of the 1972 yearbook. i think! it is the one that has a full size pic of me and Don Owens. i would either like to replace that yearbook or get someone to copy a couple of pictures for me! thanks, dj


 

Date 09:08 PM - Sep 27, 2009
Your Name vivian burrows
Tech Year 1984
Email vivian burrows@ymail.com
Comments
HELLO TO ALL OF CLASS ;84 I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HELLO TO EVERYONE OUT THERE I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERY ONE ON OCT 3,2009 CLASS MEETING.HOPEFULLY I WILL BE OFF THIS SATURDAY TO ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON BUT IF NOT I WILL GET WITH TONI TO FOUND OUT WHAT GOING ON IT WAS GOOD TALKING TO EVERYONE MAY GOD BLESS ALL MY FORMAL CLASSMATES TAKE CARE FOR NOW HOLLA! FROM VIVIAN BURROWS OF 84


 

Date 07:07 PM - Sep 26, 2009
Your Name Gary Coleman
Tech Year 1971
Email gcolema1@comcast.net
Comments
To the grads of 1971. Nobody remembers me. Have to look me up in the Tech Annual. I remember well, Jimmy Hamblin, Susie Carter, Marilyn Long, etc. etc. Hope everyone is doing well.


 

Date 10:41 AM - Sep 25, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
what it do class of 1969 !!! i c yaw had a good time. go yellowjackets! long live da yellowjackets!!!!!!!!


 

Date 03:16 PM - Sep 24, 2009
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
Seeing dear friends like Francine, Betty Lou, Paula, Nancy, and Elita made it all worth it. I love you guys and will be seeing you soon.


 

Date 03:09 PM - Sep 24, 2009
Your Name Cecilia Hatch Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
To the Class of 1969. Even today, I am still in awe over the response and attendance of fellow classmates, dear friends and teachers who attended this special occasion our 40th class reunion. It is because of each of you, this reunion exceeded our expectations. A lot of dedication and determination from a great group of people went into making this one of the best reunions ever.
Thank you Rita Collier Harrell, Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt, David French, and James Malone for allowing me to be a part of the 1969 reunion committee.
Thank you, Theresa Deckard Clinton and your young assistant Holly for decorating those fabulous Yellowjacket bobble heads. Thanks for the decorations, balloons and most of all the beautiful table in remembrance of deceased classmates. Thanks to Jim Barnett, his son JT, and Corey of the Meat n Cider Cooking Team for preparing and serving some great barbeque with all the fixings.
I want to thank Charlotte Logan, Pat Nykodem Malone (70), and Barron Wilkes who served as our greeters, and Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt for working the merchandise table. Rob Jolly for bringing his wonderful collection of Memphis Tech High memorabilia. To all the ladies who baked or brought some of the best desserts ever, thank you. To each and everyone who contributed in some way great or small, YOU are so appreciated. And to the ones who were not able to be there I wish you well and look forward to seeing you at the next reunion.
And I have to thank my husband, Wayne, for his patience and enduring love over the last 6 months.
Again, thank you CLASS OF 1969.

 


 

Date 02:11 PM - Sep 24, 2009
Your Name Donna Sears Bowen
Tech Year 1972
Email suthrngrlz@gmail.com
Comments
i would love to hear from friends in the past! i would especially like to hear from bill keith. i cant find him! i now have 11 children and live in somerville. i would love to catch up with school friends.


 

Date 12:23 PM - Sep 24, 2009
Your Name Betty Watkins Hicks
Tech Year 1969
Email hicks@unionavenue.org
Comments
Thank you to David, Cecilia, Rita, Maria, Theresa, James Malone, Jim Barnett and all the others who worked so hard to make our 40th High School Reunion such a great success. Great idea having it at the school.


 

Date 02:09 PM - Sep 23, 2009
Your Name Dee (Kelso) Diana
Tech Year 1969
Email deediana@comcast.net
Comments
What a treat attending my 40th High School Reunion this past Saturday! Having it at the school was wonderful. Thanks to all who worked hard on making this happen - everything was great. Your efforts produced a day filled with great food, many fond memories, re-connections and hopefully newly re-attached bonds of friendship. It was great "catching up" a bit with many of you and I hope to keep in touch and see you all again soon.

Thanks to Trilby for finding me and David for continuing to contact me and urge me to attend. What a BLAST!
LOVE TO ALL,


 

Date 07:40 AM - Sep 23, 2009
Your Name Betty Houck (Holt)
Tech Year 1969
Email playingarden@bellsouth.net
Comments
Thank you ever so much for the reunion, gang. I cannot tell you how wonderful it was to be at the school again. Your hard work proved you all are the best. I can't wait for the next one. Francine, Paula, Elita, Trilby, Cecila, what a mess you all are. Thank God I love you all.


 

Date 06:09 PM - Sep 22, 2009
Your Name Charlotte Logan
Tech Year 1969
Email clogan987@gmail.com
Comments
What a wonderful reunion we had! There are not enough thanks to go around for the group who put in the hard work so that we could have such a great time. Thanks!


 

Date 10:19 AM - Sep 22, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
what it do yellowjackets!!!!!!! holla at your boi

and i will b at the next meeting

901-864-1892

 


 

Date 11:29 AM - Sep 21, 2009
Your Name Marilynn Ayers
Tech Year 1985
Email MarilynnAyers@yahoo.com
Comments
Hi fellow yellow jackets. This is my first time on and I would just like to say hello. Keep me informed of the next meeting so that I can attend.


 

Date 06:06 AM - Sep 21, 2009
Your Name ANTOINETTE TAYLOR-JOHNSON
Tech Year 1984
Email AMTAY3@WEBTV.NET
Comments
HI FELLOW YELLOW JACKETS..ANYONE WITH A CONNECTION ON A EARLY 70'S YEARBOOK FROM CARNES ELEMENTARY FROM 71-77,OR EITHER A HUMES JR.HIGH YEARBOOK FROM,77-80,I WOULD LOVE TO SEE THOSE PICTURES IN THE YEARBOOK ARCHIVES...HELLO ALL YELLOW JACKETS,IM THE SISTER OF THOMAS TAYLOR C/78,AND ANTHONY TAYLOR C/84 AND MYSELF C/84.


 

Date 01:56 PM - Sep 20, 2009
Your Name nancy stone middlebrook
Tech Year 1969
Email ncmbrook@aol.com
Comments
i just wanted to thank everyone that worked on the reunion and jim barnett for the delicious food. you all did a great job and it was the best yet!!!!!!!!! i cant wait to get the pictures and video. also i see francine decided to look at the web site. way to go girl!!!!!! loved being with you, betty, elita, paula, cecilia and everyone else. cant wait til the next one.


 

Date 01:37 PM - Sep 20, 2009
Your Name Regina Lee Page
Tech Year 1969
Email ladyregina999@yahoo.com
Comments
I would like to thank Rita Collier Harrell, Maria Sorondilas Burkhardt, Theresa Deckard Clinton, James Malone, Cecilia Hatch Shettles, and David French for a very fun and successful 40th Reunion! These people worked and planned so hard for us all to be able to enjoy this event. Also thanks to Jim Barnett for the food!

I enjoyed seeing each and everyone of you!

Regina


 

Date 12:08 AM - Sep 20, 2009
Your Name Alfreida Cansler-Cunningham
Tech Year 1984
Email alfreidacunningham@yahoo.com
Comments
I would like to say hello to the yellowjackets, hoping to see you soon. We are looking for classes 80-88 to make this reunion a enjoyful event. The
next meeting will be on October 03, 2009 at 3:00p.m.
at The Works Salon 744 South Highland across from Wendy's and also hello to Mrs. Carolyn Elliot drop me an e-mail.


 

Date 08:16 PM - Sep 19, 2009
Your Name Francine (Hoard) Craig
Tech Year 1969
Email francine84@bellsouth.net
Comments
Just returned from the 40 year class reunion. It was wonderful seeing all my friends (please note I did not say my "old" friends). In the past 40 years this is only the 3rd reunion I have attended, but after today you can bet it won't be my last! Paula, Elita, Betty, Nancy, Cecelia, Trilby....I love you girls!! I felt 40 years younger just being around you. Keep in touch......hope to see you all next year.


 

Date 03:33 PM - Sep 19, 2009
Your Name Phyllis GARY Treffinger
Tech Year 1969
Email treffinw@tecowestinghouse.com
Comments
Just got back from Class of 1969 40th year reunion. WOW! WOW! WOW!-I loved it in every way the place, the food, but especially the PEOPLE!

Thanks to everyone.


 

Date 02:15 PM - Sep 19, 2009
Your Name Kenneth Howard
Tech Year 84,
Email nolimitsforyou@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets, at this very moment, we are meeting and trying to come up with something to do, the next meeting is 10-03-09.... class, 80,thru 88 looking 4 you.. dont miss out.


 

Date 08:17 PM - Sep 13, 2009
Your Name Steve Price
Tech Year 1949
Email blueeyedangel222@yahoo.com
Comments
Hi,

I would like to hear from anyone from class of 1949. I only went there for that year. Bobby White was a good friend and I do correspond with Fred Pennick who was in my home room class.

Covelle K. (STEVE) Price is the blueeyedangel222@yahoo.com. Everyone calls me Steve. I live with my wife of 32 years in Denver, Colorado.

Thanks for the web site!


 

Date 12:51 PM - Sep 13, 2009
Your Name Vivian Martin Higgins
Email vcmhiggins@yahoo.com
Comments
Thank you, I found Barbara McDaniel.


 

Date 02:36 AM - Sep 13, 2009
Your Name Edward Weber
Tech Year 1971
Email weber@earthlink.net
Comments
I would like to be informed of the next class reunion. Thanks


 

Date 10:30 AM - Sep 12, 2009
Your Name Vivian Martin Higgins
Tech Year 1969
Email vcmhiggins@yahoo.com
Comments
Looking for Barbara McDaniel. Went to Humes High School in 1966. Anita Higgins was friends with Barbara and would very much like to find her. Any info would be very much appreciated.


 

Date 08:01 AM - Sep 11, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
long live da yellowjackets!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! holla at your boi (901) 864-1892. Class of 1984 - da best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

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Date 10:16 PM - Sep 07, 2009
Your Name Lonnie Gaither
Tech Year '53
Email flgait@att.net
Comments
This is worth sharing. My wife and I were shopping out of town recently when this attractive, very jolly lady asked if I went to Tech in Memphis. Turns out this lady with the amazing memory was Carolyn Hickey, class of '54. Although she has some health problems, she was cheerful and a delight to talk to.

We chatted about old memories at Tech, about her friends from Lamar Terrace and mine from Hollywood. She and her husband live in Trimble, TN and are happy there. I told her about this website and she plans to start using it. It was indeed a pleasure to see and talk to Carolyn and learn how life has been for her the past 56 years. Would like to hear from you.


 

Date 02:27 PM - Sep 06, 2009
Your Name Regenia (Slay) Blackmon
Tech Year 1974
Email regblackmon@yahoo.com
Comments
The Memphis Tech High School website is an excellent resource for Alumni to remain connected and informed. Words cannot express how much I appreciate the hard work in maintaining this vital history.


 

Date 11:31 AM - Sep 04, 2009
Your Name Nancy Ebey
Tech Year 1968
Email graceebey@yahoo.com
Comments
additional email nebey@the-med.org
I'm looking for any info regarding reunions that would include the class of 1968.


 

Date 06:47 PM - Sep 03, 2009
Your Name Lois Wicker Bartlett
Tech Year 1972
Email loisbartlett_lois@msn.com
Comments
Would love to see more from class of 72. Hope all is well with everyone. Life is very short, live it well.


 

Date 07:56 AM - Sep 02, 2009
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year 1979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
I would love to here from any of you.


 

Date 07:45 AM - Sep 02, 2009
Your Name Mary Rankins
Tech Year 1979
Email mbanks_40@hotmail.com
Comments
Please someone that was a graduate of 1979 please contact!


 

Date 05:15 PM - Sep 01, 2009
Your Name Camdy Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
Techites, Please keep our Webmaster, Gene Gill in your prayers as the California fires are very near to him.

Thanks a lot


 

Date 11:01 AM - Aug 30, 2009
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
I agree with the last poster, Emily Ruth, that more people need to know about this wonderful site. After retiring, I enjoy so much having Tech's history at my fingertips and being able to communicate with former students and faculty friends. Here's a suggestion: If we all use sites like Classmates, MySpace, Facebook, and other resources, we can locate and tell every Tech friend to spread the word. Let's start a communication chain!


 

Date 06:46 PM - Aug 29, 2009
Your Name Emily Ruth (Sanders) Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
For classmates of 68. I think alot of people do not know about this website. It is great & would love to hear from more people that graduated with us. SPREAD THE WORD!!!! Ruthie


 

Date 08:32 PM - Aug 25, 2009
Your Name J D Smith
Tech Year 1968
Email anotherjdsmith@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello everyone. I was just browsing through the messages and thought that I would write and say hello. It looks like the class of 1969 is going to have a great reunion in September. I noticed several people mentioned that they had served many years in the military and had come back to Memphis to live. No one knows what coming home feels like more than someone in the military. I just wanted to send out a big "thank you" to those who have served us so well. I love coming back to Memphis from Los Angeles to visit whenever I can. Good health, and good luck to all. Jimmie D. Smith


 

Date 08:15 PM - Aug 23, 2009
Your Name Ray Douglas
Tech Year 1972
Email ray2194@aol.com
Comments

Hello all,

Great site. Thanks to those who put this together. I would love to hear from fellow graduates from 1972.


 

Date 01:13 PM - Aug 21, 2009
Your Name Carolyn Rennie (Swagerty)
Tech Year 1963
Email carol.rennie@gcisd.net
Comments
This is a wonderful website.I hope to see more name signing the guestbook.


 

Date 04:47 PM - Aug 14, 2009
Your Name Darlene Taylor
Tech Year 1968
Email marthadarleneT@yahoo.com
Comments
Would like to get in touch with Martha Landrum


 

Date 11:40 AM - Aug 12, 2009
Your Name Emily Ruth (Sanders) Morgan
Tech Year 1968
Email morganr@thomasonlaw.com
Comments
I was really sad to hear about Glenn Frazier. We will all miss him.


 

Date 08:47 AM - Aug 12, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
long live da yellowjackets!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 12:28 AM - Aug 12, 2009
Your Name Michael Mitchell
Tech Year 1981
Email michael.mitchellsr@us.army.mil
Comments
Has anyone located Tony and Eddie Hunter?

Thanks,

Michael Mitchell
michael.mithellsr@us.army.mil


 

Date 09:24 PM - Jul 31, 2009
Your Name Bobbie Wilhite Meyer
Tech Year 1966
Email BJM424@aol.com
Comments
What a wonderful idea.. Joan McCommon Channell shared this info with me. Thanks Joan... I was wondering if anyone might know how I could find Margaret Brown (1966) or her sister Roselle Brown (1967 or 1968). I would love to find her. Thanks for sharing with me. I 'd love to hear from all of you. My email address is BJM424@aol.com


 

Date 07:08 AM - Jul 30, 2009
Your Name Barbara Rogers McDonald
Tech Year 1968
Email barbaramc08@att.net
Comments
OOOOhhhh, or is it ew! I saw where John Northcott commented about me being "missing" I'm alive, well, married and living in Kennesaw, Ga. He also said we were married. Ha! That wasn't a marriage John. Ah hem, "Rat"


 

Date 08:44 PM - Jul 29, 2009
Your Name kenneth dortch
Tech Year 1985
Email ksdortch@hotmail.com
Comments
hello to mrs. carolyn elliott. I'm very grateful for the message you left me on classmates. so good to hear from you. I'm current still a Southaven, Ms.police officer and doing well. Drop me a line or two sometimes. God Bless and hope to hear from you soon.


 

Date 07:07 AM - Jul 29, 2009
Your Name Barbara Rogers-McDonald
Tech Year 1969
Email barbaramc08@att.net
Comments
Hi classmates of '69. I am thoroughly enjoying this walk down memory lane. I'm living in Kennesaw, Georgia now with my wonderful husband, (at last) Bruce. He's from Louisiana. I am a country girl now. I raise vegetables and have a beautiful flower garden as well. I remember the Tech days when we all met at Walgreen's in the mornings and after school. I visit from time to time, but it just seems stale and lonely. I hope to go to the reunion. Sounds like a whole of fun. God bless!


 

Date 07:18 PM - Jul 27, 2009
Your Name Shaleen O'Kelly Maness
Tech Year 1975
Email Shelli402@aol.com
Comments
This is an awesome site. I went to school here and so did my parents


 

Date 08:08 AM - Jul 25, 2009
Your Name Karen (Orr)Davis
Tech Year 1980
Email kdaviskkdavis@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello Yellow Jackets. looking forward to talking with everyone.


 

Date 07:05 PM - Jul 22, 2009
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Hi everyone. A few weeks ago I went to see my two brothers who live in Phoenix. John was in the class of 1964. I hope everyone is having a good summer.


 

Date 07:41 PM - Jul 21, 2009
Your Name Frank Tarrance
Tech Year 1965
Email FTarrance@bellsouth.net
Comments
Hello Yellowjackets.I Look forward to hearing from some of my long lost frends. I have never left memphis.I Retired from the Memphis Police Dept. in 2006 and am Still playing in the Radio transmitter business thanks to Memphis Tech. and MR H.D.Rodgers.


 

Date 01:58 PM - Jul 19, 2009
Your Name Sandra Tankersley Shaddinger
Tech Year 1959
Email sandyshad@ms.metrocast.net
Comments
Had a great time at the reunion last night for the 1960-1965 graduates. I will try to attend the 1959 reunion when it occurs. Thanks to all who put together the reunion last night. Good Job!


 

Date 11:12 PM - Jul 18, 2009
Your Name Sue Carol Moore-Tines
Tech Year 1962
Email sue@dccrealtors.com
Comments
Really enjoyed seeing friends again. Some were surprises and some not. Would love for more of our class year 1962 to participate. I feel priviledged to have lived this long to see everybody and look forward to our 50 year reunion. Feel free to contact me and let me know what is happening in your lives.
Thanks
Sue


 

Date 07:42 PM - Jul 18, 2009
Your Name Jerry Vickers
Tech Year 1963
Email marynelle.vickers@comcast.net
Comments
Just came from the reunion and had a great time. Sure wish more 1963 graduates would come to the next one. It's always great to see friends from the good ole days.


 

Date 06:32 AM - Jul 18, 2009
Your Name Terence L Wallace
Tech Year 1987
Email tl.wallace@live.com
Comments
Just dropping in to say hello.


 

Date 12:39 PM - Jul 16, 2009
Your Name Betty Watkins Hicks
Tech Year 1969
Email hicks@unionavenue.org
Comments
Hi everyone. I have been reading the messaage board from time to time and think this is a great way to catch up. Thought it was time I posted a message on it. A lot has happended in 40 years. Got marriage had (1) child daughter, divorced, married again a few years later - two step sons. Total of 5 grandchildren. My husband of 31 years passed away last August. My mother just passed last Saturday. She had been ill for some time. Would love to hear from some of you. Looking forward to seeing you at the reunion.


 

Date 06:10 PM - Jul 13, 2009
Your Name Lois Wicker Bartlett
Tech Year 1972
Email loisbartlett_lois@msn.com
Comments
The obit for Brenda Lagos Hall was in the Sunday paper. They had to wait for a certificate.


 

Date 08:21 PM - Jul 06, 2009
Your Name Donna "Cupples" Derden
Tech Year 1964
Email Donna393@aol.com
Comments
This is a great website and I have loved reading through the message board. I hope to see lots of old friends on July 18. Blessings


 

Date 12:23 PM - Jul 03, 2009
Your Name Virginia Davis Vick aka Ginger
Tech Year 1968
Email gvick9274@att.net (new)
Comments
I did not wait until graduation to leave. I spent almost 20 years in a marriage I thought would last a lifetime, but %#*& happens. I did get a wonderful son out of it. He is a Firefighter in Bartlett, married to a nurse, and I have the greatest Grandson. Whoa, don't get me started! I've been married for over 20 years to Bob Vick who has been the best. I've spent almost 9 years with cancer 3 times, open heart surgery, ruptured appendix, and almost had a stroke. Bob has been a wonderful caregiver. I am not in remission.
You may know my step-brother James (Jimmy) Columbus, now goes by Chris. He lives with Bob and me. He was in the Navy and went all around the world. Was married, but now divorced. No children. You may know Patty Columbus (Kirshner). She is divorced and has an apartment with her son. Her son and daughter are in college.
I keep in touch by email with Regina Lee (Page). Would like to find Keneth Holland. Would like to know about Lee Starr and David Paxon.


 

Date 02:40 PM - Jul 02, 2009
Your Name Brenda (Hammons) Jabbour
Tech Year 1969
Email bjabbour@bellsouth.net
Comments
Well, I guess my name can now be removed from the "missing classmates" section. Many thanks to Cecilia (Hatch) Shettles for finding me. Plan to attend the reunion in September.
I live in Collierville,TN.


 

Date 03:31 PM - Jul 01, 2009
Your Name Bill Fields
Tech Year 1965-1966
Email william.fields@navy.mil
Comments
Great web site. i would have graduated from Tech in 67 but we moved to Parkway Village and I graduated from Oakhaven. Did 28 years in the Navy, retired from that, moved back to Memphis and now I'm a civilian employee at Navy Personnel Command at Millington. Still feeding in the Federal trough. Sorry to here about the passing of Glenn Frazier. He was a helluva guitar player. Enjoyed the 67 yearbook. brought back a lot of great memories. Anybody interested, drop me a line.


 

Date 02:26 PM - Jun 30, 2009
Your Name Wayne Hamm
Tech Year 1963
Email wayhamm@comcast.net
Comments
I'd like to hear from any of my class mates from 1963, please email me.


 

Date 08:21 PM - Jun 28, 2009
Your Name TED BRUEHL
Tech Year 57-58
Email tbruehl@aol.com
Comments
HELLO EVERYBODY. ;


 

Date 10:22 AM - Jun 25, 2009
Your Name Marian Huey Taylor
Tech Year 1968 (sister)
Email mariantaylor0512@yahoo.com
Comments
My late sister, Amy Katherine Huey (Jones), attended Tech 1966-1968. Just stopped by.


 

Date 07:30 PM - Jun 22, 2009
Your Name Candy Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
To all Techites - Do you all know how lucky we are that Rob Jolly chose to attend Tech High School? What a collection he has put together.

Hope all of you get a chance to see it.


 

Date 08:43 AM - Jun 20, 2009
Your Name cathy harrison Turner
Tech Year 1972
Email cat.turner55@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello to everyone. Hope all are well and good.
It was a blast helping on the reunion.
Many more are needed to help. You can contact Rob Jolly if you want to join on the putting it together.
God Bless you and I
Cathy


 

Date 08:06 AM - Jun 18, 2009
Your Name Karen Cook-Pryor
Tech Year 1980
Email karencpryor@yahoo.com
Comments
2010 will make 30 years since I was in high school. Please contact me if you are interested in having a reunon. www.karencpryor@yahoo.com. Thanks!!!


 

Date 09:53 AM - Jun 17, 2009
Your Name Bill Oliphant
Tech Year 1943-44
Email billolly2@comcast.net
Comments
YOU HAVE DONE A FANTASTIC JOB !!!!!
Only attended Tech in the 11th grade (graduated from Central in 1945), but I found several friends in your Class of 1945 roster. My brother, Wilbur, graduated from Tech in 43.
Thanks for your efforts and the great product.

Bill Oliphant


 

Date 09:15 AM - Jun 17, 2009
Your Name Candy Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
Hope all the Techites and anyone else who resides in Olive Branch, are okay following the tornado that hit us last Friday night.

There sure was a lot of damage.


 

Date 02:36 PM - Jun 11, 2009
Your Name Will Freeze
Tech Year 1964
Email Wil11secgt@aol.com
Comments
Most of the Class of 1964 were very competitive,not me,and since we may be geting together next month I am extending a challange to anyone that plays golf. We need to get a contest going to se who still has the edge. Ron,it does not sound like you have any edges!!
Let me hear from the guys from the best class that attended Tech.
Will Freeze


 

Date 06:46 AM - Jun 11, 2009
Your Name Ron Galloway
Tech Year 1964
Email ronaldgalloway@bellsouth.net
Comments
Hello and best wishes to any who might remember me. I am big faat and FINE and enjoying life! Kent Fortson and I are having fun training him in the fine art of swatting golf ball and drinking adult beverages. He is very good at the latter. Kent, Ken Ellis and I are planning to come July 18th and I will try to run down Gary Dillinger as well. ( He lives here in Sardis also). Look forward to seeing you soon unless you are someone who might hold a grudge for forty-five years lol.


 

Date 07:23 PM - Jun 06, 2009
Your Name harold hill
Tech Year 1969
Email haroldhillw@yahoo.com
Comments
i have really enjoyed cruzing this site.n great job.


 

Date 10:50 AM - Jun 03, 2009
Your Name Michael Hunter
Tech Year 1968
Email hunav@mvtel.net
Comments
To any concerned, Glenn Frazier, a graduate of 1968 and one of my best friends, passed the week of Memorial Day. He will be missed.

Mike


 

Date 10:40 AM - Jun 03, 2009
Your Name Donnie Collins
Tech Year 1965
Email Metleman326@yahoo.com
Comments
I look forward to hearing from fellow Techites, But will be slow to respond, Since I just started my 2 month vacation.


 

Date 08:28 AM - May 31, 2009
Your Name Lois Wicker Bartlett
Tech Year 1972
Email loisbartlett_lois@msn.com
Comments
To all 72 grads, Brenda Lagos Hall our classmate passed away yesterday after a short illness. Please be in thought and prayer for her children, Shawn and Michelle and the rest of her family.


 

Date 05:26 PM - May 29, 2009
Your Name Kay Little (Rice)
Tech Year 1974
Email kay777r@aol.com
Comments
Hello All Classmates. Great Web Site


 

Date 07:05 AM - May 27, 2009
Your Name Charlotte Logan
Tech Year 1969
Email clogan987@gmail.com
Comments
Just wanted to shout out to all my fellow 1969 graduates! Hope you are all doing well and have stayed just as young as I have. I'd love to hear from you.
 
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Date 05:21 AM - May 26, 2009
Your Name RITA COLLIER HARRELL
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
GOOD MORNING TO THE CLASS OF 1969. IT WAS 40 YEARS AGO TODAY THAT WE GRADUATED. CONGRATULATIONS ARE STILL IN ORDER


 

Date 04:32 PM - May 23, 2009
Your Name Charles Scott
Tech Year 1972
Email cscott5@satx.rr.com
Comments
Hi,everybody


 

Date 02:04 PM - May 11, 2009
Your Name Dianne Shannon Barnett
Tech Year 1969
Email barnettd@mcsk12.net
Comments
David,
Thank you for contacting me.


 

Date 04:19 PM - May 06, 2009
Your Name Dewey King
Tech Year 1959
Email moosekings@sbcglobal.net
Comments
We were so excited to get the invitation for the reunion (50th), but will not be able to make it do to other commentments on the same weekend.
If anyone is ever in the Houston area, please give us a call. The only Dewey King in phone book.
Yvonne and I just celebrated our 50th wedding anniversay.


 

Date 08:28 PM - May 05, 2009
Your Name Michael Hunter
Tech Year 1968
Email hunav@mvtel.net
Comments
It's really nice to see the names of all the people from the class of 1968. Some really good memories of those years. Hope everything is well with all of you.


 

Date 03:37 PM - May 04, 2009
Your Name Brenda McAlister
Tech Year 1975
Email bcrrhyne@hotmail.com
Comments
THANKS FOR THIS GREAT WEBSITE!! GREAT READING THE COMMENTS!


 

Date 12:25 PM - May 03, 2009
Your Name David W. Jones
Tech Year 1924
Email dwjones46@mac.com
Comments
I located my Dad in the 1923 Yearbook! Such a thrill to find his photo. His closest friend, Ben Bernatsky, is also pictured. My Dad passed away in 1984 and had many fond memories of Tech.

His senior year (1924) is unfortunately missing.

Thanks to all for making this site available.


 

Date 05:09 PM - May 01, 2009
Your Name Christine Wilbanks
Tech Year 1980
Email frog052962@aol.com
Comments
Hi to all my class mates


 

Date 11:50 AM - May 01, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
what it do!!!!! yellowjackets


 

Date 04:27 PM - Apr 28, 2009
Your Name Gene Gill, Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
Hello Kathy,

Re your Guest Book entry (below)and your email.

Since the class of 1975 did not have a yearbook published, this website has tried to create an online yearbook for them. Unfortunately we did not have an official list of 1975 graduates so it's likely that names may be missing or names listed that are not accurate. When we hear from members of this class, we are happy to make adjustments or corrections.

Your name has been added to our 1975 pages next to your brother's name. And his middle name has also been added.

Best regards,

Gene Gill
Webmaster, Tech Alumni website


 

Date 03:52 PM - Apr 28, 2009
Your Name Kathy Griffin Lannan
Tech Year 1975
Email lannans@comcast.net
Comments
My brother told me about this website and that I was not listed anywhere!!!!!


 

Date 07:36 PM - Apr 27, 2009
Your Name Pam (Brown) Smith
Tech Year 1966 - 1969
Email johnpamsmith@xipline.com
Comments
Hello Tech High Graduates - especially the Class of 1969. I really enjoyed reading the message board.
Would love to hear from more Techites! In 1969 I married my high school sweetheart, John Smith. (Class of 1968) We have been married almost 40 years and we live in Millington, TN. We have four wonderful daughters and seven grandchildren ranging in age from 15 - 4. They are the greatest and we love spending time with them. We stay pretty busy going to football games, basketball games, soccer and baseball games. Lots of fun! Can't believe that this year will be 40 years since I graduated. Time has really flown. John works for the Shelby County School system and I have a photography business. Hope to read more messages. I love reading about what my high school friends are up to.


 

Date 06:24 AM - Apr 27, 2009
Your Name Joe Rose
Tech Year 1963
Email rosebudtwo@sbcglobal.net
Comments
I did not say much the first time I signed in. After graduation I went into the Navy and ended up in Naval Air. I served in 9 different types of aircraft including helicopters. I served 20+ years including 4 tours in Vietnam as a door gunner and rescue crewman picking up down pilots. When I got out I went back to the University of Arkansas and received a Bachelor of Architecture degree. My wife, Sue, and I will be married 40 years in December. We have 4 children, 19 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren with the 8th due in June. I am now retired and we are living in Ralston, OK, the town where Sue was born and raised. When we move to Ralston in 2006 it was our 38th move in 38 years of marriage. Needless to say we are finally settled. I am on the city council and have a large garden and flower beds which I enjoy very much. We don't go far anymore because of Sue's health but we are very happy just being home. e-mail if you would like


 

Date 12:23 PM - Apr 24, 2009
Your Name Keith Wolfe
Tech Year 1987
Email wolfedaddy@msn.com
Comments
Hi all,

I'm the last of the last :)

Married Sherry McMahon (class of '87) in 1988 after I joined the Navy. We have two children Paris-Antony (18) and Jessica Alexandria (11) together. We divorced in 2006. Great marriage for the most part but Atheism and Christianity doesn't mix too well.

I've settled in Florida working for Verizon (Senior Systems Architect) supporting enterprise level Intel-based computer solution and networks

You can find me here :)


http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=535433175&ref=profile


 

Date 11:55 AM - Apr 23, 2009
Your Name John R. Jones
Tech Year 1950
Email grizzard@bigriver.net
Comments
My dad, John R. Jones, passed @ 2:30am today.

Janell Grizzard


 

Date 11:29 AM - Apr 23, 2009
Your Name Marvin Harden
Tech Year 78
Email ilovetamaradobson@yahoo.com
Comments
Thanks you so much for laying the foundatation
for a Modeling and Acting Career.Love you Disco Tech and the whole school.We made it a hot school
to go to.mgh


 

Date 03:37 PM - Apr 22, 2009
Your Name Diane Davis
Tech Year 1967
Email dmorris818@aol.com
Comments
Would love to hear from any 1967 graduates


 

Date 02:19 PM - Apr 22, 2009
Your Name Diane Davis
Tech Year 1967
Email dmorris818@aol.com
Comments
Would love to hear from anyone that graduated in 1967. Those were the good days, now we have to be adults. Would love to hear from those in cosmetology
I live near Hernando, Ms anybody close to me ??


 

Date 02:15 PM - Apr 22, 2009
Your Name Diane Davis
Tech Year 1967
Email dmorris@aol.com
Comments
Would love to hear from any one that graduated in 1967 especially anyone in cosmetology.


 

Date 12:17 PM - Apr 22, 2009
Your Name Joe Rose
Tech Year 1963
Email rosebudtwo@sbcglobal.net
Comments
I hope I can locate some other class members!!


 

Date 06:20 PM - Apr 21, 2009
Your Name Patricia Johnson Huggins
Tech Year 1970
Email 52grannypat@classicnet.net
Comments
Just to say hi


 

Date 02:45 PM - Apr 21, 2009
Your Name Patricia Johnson Huggins
Tech Year 1970
Email 52grannypat@classicnet.net
Comments
I went to Tech from '67 through'69 and would have graduated in '70 but chose instead to get married and graduated from Memphis Technical Evening School...so I'm still in a way an alumni. I scrolled through the pictures and saw alot of familiar faces. My all time favorite teacher was Helen Thompson, cosmetology class, but I also remember a Mrs. Yanschechan, English, does anyone remember her, the name was Russian. Some familiar names and faces were Theresa Freeman, Terry Hinds, Mary Kay Soseby, just to name a few.


 

Date 06:59 PM - Apr 19, 2009
Your Name Tommie Jane Bradley - Luster
Tech Year 1968 graduated
Email tommieluster@hotmail.com
Comments
My husband and I live in Batesville Ark now. We retired in Seymour MO among the Amish. We lived there 6 years and had no English neighbors. We have been building horsedrawn vehicles of all kinds for 12 years on my part and 36 years on Don's. It's Don' Coach and Buggy Shop 1870-307-0259/ We sell farrier supplies too. We have draft horses, cats, dogs, and chickens. I miss Memphis but you go where your husband goes. Ronnie Weatherby, my ex a techite, is in Mountain Home Arkansas. Rus our son is the head computer man at Great Southern Bank in Springfield Mo and his wife is the office manager for Doug Pitt, Brad Pitt's brother. They love their jobs. I have 2 granddaughters Sydney and Kylie. If you are ever in Batesville, Mountain View, or Mountain Home Arkansas, we are near all. Bye Tech


 

Date 07:52 PM - Apr 17, 2009
Your Name Cathi Spencer Kennedy
Tech Year 1968
Email cathikennedy@bellsouth.net
Comments
I live in Jackson, TN and so does my sister Candy, class of 1967. Been married 38 years and have 3 sons and 6 grandchildren. I work for Tn. Early Intervention Services. Candy is a nurse at the hospital here. Would love to hear from classmates. Would really like to find Roseann Huffstickler.


 

Date 02:05 PM - Apr 17, 2009
Your Name Julie Barcafer Gray
Tech Year 1970
Email PLANREVIEW4U@YAHOO.COM
Comments
Saw a postng from Bob Veazey - Good hear from you.


 

Date 11:08 AM - Apr 17, 2009
Your Name Jimmie D Smith aka J D Smith
Tech Year 1968
Email anotherjdsmith@yahoo.com
Comments
Hello all Techites. The purpose of this message is twofold. First to say hello to everyone and secondly to share some exciting information with everyone as well.
In recent years I have had the priviledge of getting to know one of our 1962 graduates who has become one of the most revered and honored Blues harmonica players in the world today, Mr. Charlie Musselwhite. Many of you are probably aware of the long and extremely influential career that Charlie has had since starting his journey soon after leaving Tech High school in 1962. Charlie's music is legendary from Mississippi to Memphis to Chicago,through California and throughout the world. That in itself is an amazing story, but what I want to share with you today is this. On April 24th 2009 Charlie Musselwhite will be honored with a special Blues Marker in Kosciusko Ms. at 3pm. The state of Mississippi is creating a "Blues Trail" throughout the state to honor its Blues heritage and promote tourism within the state. This is truly a wonderful honor for Charlie and one that we can all share in with pride.
Knowing that Tech High grads are spread far and wide I just wanted to get this info out and if anyone happens to live in the area of Kosciusko you would be welcome at the ceremony because it is open to the public.
Please check out www.msbluestrail.org or Charlie's website at Charliemusselwhite.com for information on this event and other exciting news. Also, Charlie will be playing in Memphis at B.B.Kings on Wednesday April 23rd. If you like great Blues music this will be a great show I'm sure.
Thanks for your time and all my best to you all. I would love to hear from anyone who feels like writing, whether I know you or not. ha. J.D. Smith class of 1968.


 

Date 12:05 AM - Apr 14, 2009
Your Name BECKY DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
HAS ANY ONE HEARD FROM DORRIE FORBESS??


 

Date 12:02 AM - Apr 14, 2009
Your Name BECKY DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1973-1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
ANY ONE REMEMBER HOT MAMAS ON THE WEEKENDS ?


 

Date 05:02 PM - Apr 13, 2009
Your Name Bob Veazey
Tech Year 1970
Email bobveazey@aol.com
Comments
Just wanted to say hello to my old classmates


 

Date 07:27 AM - Apr 10, 2009
Your Name Isabel
Tech Year 1985
Email isabelg@rdiguide.com
Comments
I would like to thank you for your great site. Thank you so very much for your precious information.


 

Date 10:41 AM - Apr 03, 2009
Your Name Virginia Vick
Tech Year 1968
Email gvick1@bellsouth.net
Comments
Ginger Davis


 

Date 03:20 PM - Mar 31, 2009
Your Name Donna Filla
Tech Year 1975
Email William_le_beau@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Didn't actually graduate but should have this year would love to re connect with you yellow jackets out there. Don't hesitate to e-mail! It's hard to believe it's been 30+years!


 

Date 08:49 AM - Mar 26, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
long live the yellowjackets!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 07:11 AM - Mar 25, 2009
Your Name Lillian Bradley Laws
Tech Year 1941
Email zazlbl@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Guess my brother, Buster, Tech 1938, and I are the oldest living survivors who have computers. Both of us lost our mates within the past few months but we are hanging in there. I still love the website and appreciate any news.
Our father taught woodshop until 1956. I was the only girl in Tech allowed in the shops!!!Wow did I get the whistles.


 

Date 05:56 PM - Mar 24, 2009
Your Name Mary (Wilson) Waterbury
Tech Year 1971
Email m_mwaterbury@bellsouth.net
Comments
I really enjoyed reading all the comments from everyone. It is so good to stay in touch. Hello to everyone! If you are on Facebook, we have a place to register now!!


 

Date 03:18 AM - Mar 24, 2009
Your Name BECKY DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
JUST WANTED TO SAY HELLO TO ALL HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING WELL


 

Date 02:18 PM - Mar 22, 2009
Your Name Karolyn
Tech Year 1986
Email mphsfinest41@yahoo.com
Comments
I will probably be visiting my favorite place again this year. If anyone want too do get together while I''m there, just get at me!!! I will make time too meet with you all. Teachers included too!!! Just give me an e-mail of time,place,and date, K.


 

Date 06:05 PM - Mar 21, 2009
Your Name Lisa Duck
Tech Year 1975
Email fuentes_fam@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Portia Marie Johnson I tried to email you at the address you listed, but couldn't get through. Write me! I've been wondering about you for years. Duckie


 

Date 01:13 PM - Mar 21, 2009
Your Name Maurice Tate
Tech Year 1971
Email themo@aol.com
Comments
It's been awhile since i've logged on to the site. I miss you guys. Ouida Robertson, Don Mcnamee, Ira King, Teri Boyce, Laura and Leslie Voyles (the last I heard, the family had moved to Henning). PLEASE, get in touch. I've been living here in the Boston area almost my entire life but I miss you guys and hanging out. My mom is living in Texas now so I don't get the chance to come to Memphis that often but if you guys got in touch, it would give me a reason too. I spoke to Ruth Campbell, who's now living in California, a few years ago and she sounded fine. I would love to know what you guys are up to. And to Robert Frost, if you read this, Thank you so much for taking me to channel 5 to see 'behind the scenes' of Swiing Shift. If not for YOU I would not have my present career as a tv technician for the CBS affiliate in Boston. I've been there for over thirty years and it's all because of YOU. Thanks dude.


 

Date 12:33 PM - Mar 21, 2009
Your Name Liddie (Money) Frederick
Tech Year 1967
Email rfrederi@bellsouth.net
Comments
If anyone is interested, I found two of my friends, Mary Sue Earnest and Billy Joe Anderson. They married and had a son, Joey Anderson. If you want to see what fine young man they had, you can go to this website (http://shoutlife.com/joeyanderson) and listen to his gospel music. I have e-mailed him several times and enjoyed every e-mail about his dad and mom.


 

Date 08:42 PM - Mar 15, 2009
Your Name Portia Johnson
Tech Year 1975
Email pmjohnson.clayton.k12.ga.us
Comments
Hello everyone from the class of 1975. I live in Atlanta, GA, does anyone live here too. I hope we can class reunion in the future.


 

Date 07:51 PM - Mar 12, 2009
Your Name millie malnar ( barker)
Tech Year 1974
Email milliebarker@yahoo.com
Comments
It was really nice to read some of the comments. Not many from 1974. Hello to all you 1974 grads. Hats off to all those who created this site. Any news on a 74 reunion?


 

Date 08:36 AM - Mar 11, 2009
Your Name Anne Kelso (Brown)
Tech Year 1968
Email raggedyanne52@msn.com
Comments
Techites have been in contact with me and I have learned the news of Mrs. Macdonald passing last year. I just want to say this for her ...

"Mrs. Macdonald not only opened books to fill minds,
she also opened hearts to fill spirits! I know she is missed by many."


 

Date 04:59 PM - Mar 10, 2009
Your Name Anne Kelso (Brown)
Tech Year married 1967, (should've been 1968)
Email raggedyanne52@msn.com
Comments
My sister, Dee, sent me this site today and I have been riding down memory lane! looking at pics of classmates and teachers of long ago. I saw the photo of Mrs. Macdonald (the one in Carolina) - when was this photo taken and do you know if she is still alive? I would like to thank her for being the most influential person in my young life at Tech High. She truly was a great teacher for me.
I am showing all these great photos to my grandsons tonight and many thanks to those who put this site together to carry on the tradition of our school.
I attended the 20 yr. class reunion and had been married 21 yrs. then - still married to same Dale I met while in the eleventh grade at Tech. This is year number 42! I guess this accomplishment helps ease the fact that I did not graduate with the class of 1968, but I was there to see them graduate and I attended the 1968 beauty review to see friends participate. I saw Mrs. Macdonald the last time at that 20th. reunion - I guess in 1988.
Thanks, Anne


 

Date 07:13 PM - Mar 06, 2009
Your Name Mary Ann Mayo Thomas
Tech Year 1964
Email onedixieland@bellsouth.net
Comments
HELLO


 

Date 06:10 PM - Mar 06, 2009
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Hello everyone from the class of 68. Hard to believe we are celebrating 41 years come May 20th. It was a Monday evening and what a night.


 

Date 07:55 AM - Feb 28, 2009
Your Name Gene Gill
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
Hello Rick,

When you visit FaceBooK again, type "Memphis Tech High School" in the search box. There is a listing for "us".

Tech also has very prominent listings with all the search engines (Google, Yahoo, MSN, etc), as well as excellent coverage by Wikipedia - the #1 encyclopedia of the internet <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tech_High_School>

As a member of FaceBooK, if you think there should be another type of listing on the FaceBook website, please add it. We hope you will also link it to our Tech Alumni website, because "this is the place" where you will encounter the most Tech graduates.

Best regards,
Gene


 

Date 07:03 AM - Feb 28, 2009
Your Name Rick Reed
Tech Year 1970
Email trreedjr@prodigy.net
Comments
"We" need to be one of the high school options on FaceBook.


 

Date 12:12 AM - Feb 26, 2009
Your Name Karolyn Brandon-Hall
Tech Year 1986
Email mphsfinest41@yahoo.com
Comments
Where are the class of 86??? I told Kim, Reginald "Fish", my sister Irma, and my brothers about this web site!!! Maybe one day I'll get lucky and run up on an Reunion while visiting Mphs.!!!LOL


 

Date 01:15 PM - Feb 23, 2009
Your Name Linda Huffstickler Barber-Carter
Tech Year 1966
Email LCLADYSBUGS@AOL.COM
Comments
FOUND THE WEBSITE, LOVE IT. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM OLD FRIENDS

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Date 01:43 AM - Feb 23, 2009
Your Name Larry Glover
Tech Year 1974
Email lglover@bop.gov
Comments
I remember you Becky Dennington. I didn't graduate from Tech, but I was there 71-73. Me, Marilyn Glover, Johnny Ward, Thomas Woodley went to Snowden together. Did you know Terry Younger, or Gail Walker over at Kingsbury? Hey take care.


 

Date 11:35 AM - Feb 20, 2009
Your Name Wanda [ Neely] Flowers
Tech Year 1968
Email none. can you believe it
Comments
Thanks Dave French for your pursuit in finding me and my sister Bobbie Neely Scott of 1969. I did
make it to our 20th anniversary. I live in Batson TX
and work as a nurse in Day Surgery, which had nothing to do with my home economic major. Anyway
what a great site


 

Date 04:37 PM - Feb 19, 2009
Your Name Harold'' Superstar'' Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
long live the yellowjackets!!!!! yall we need to get Tech reopen!!!!!!!!! douglass was restored tech can reopen a nice school in midtown the oldest school in memphis!? we have to reopen historical site!!!!


 

Date 08:30 AM - Feb 19, 2009
Your Name Robert Donald (Don) Barber
Tech Year 1954-1955
Email barberrdb37@aol.com
Comments
Thanks for the fine work on this site,it sure brings memories back, good and bad.

God Bless all,

Don


 

Date 07:03 AM - Feb 18, 2009
Your Name Fay Eubanks Early
Tech Year 1979
Email feubanks@comcast.net
Comments
If anyone has any ideas for a reunion send me an email. Although I am the contact person (for 1979) anyone can get this thing started, I've been so busy with work and traveling. Please send me an email with your suggestions and I will share all with the class.


 

Date 08:37 AM - Feb 15, 2009
Your Name Bobbie Neely-Scott
Tech Year 1969
Email bnscott@cox.net
Comments
Visiting site for the first time. Congrats to those who took the time to achieve this. Can't wait to see what everyone has been up to since 1969. I've often wondered.


 

Date 07:18 AM - Feb 14, 2009
Your Name Lisa Duck (Fuentes)
Tech Year 1975
Email fuentes_fam@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Alright 1975, just because we didn't have an annual that year does not mean we didn't exist, does it????


 

Date 06:13 PM - Feb 12, 2009
Your Name JJ Guinozzo
Tech Year 1968
Email memphisjj@hotmail.com
Comments
Very interesting and informative website.
Congratulations to Tech and alumni.

By the way, I am founder and now retired director of Best Of The Preps (Commercial Appeal). I am now putting together histories of high school football programs (including Tech).

Send scores, records and interesting info to me. Mr. Jolly has already been most helpful.

My email is memphisjj@hotmail.com
Thanks


 

Date 03:27 AM - Feb 11, 2009
Your Name Larry Glover
Tech Year 1974
Email larryglover1@aol.com
Comments
Hello to Laura Allen, Thomas Woodley, Johnny Ward, Peggy Ray


 

Date 07:30 PM - Feb 09, 2009
Your Name Trilby J Tipler (Duncan)
Tech Year 1969
Email kduncan0326@comcast.net
Comments
Hello Class of 1969:
Hope and pray that everyone is well and happy. Just wanted to drop a line to you all.
Trilby


 

Date 11:10 AM - Feb 08, 2009
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Hello to All Tech Graduates,

Just surfed through the class email contact section of this "Super Website". It was most noticeable the number of open years seeking that one class member to step-up and take on this most rewarding role. Other classes have Rob Jolly as their contact when he should only have 1970. Rob did not graduate in 1967, 1971 or 1972. So I want to challenge Tech graduates of 1954, 1967, 1971, 1972, 1982, 1985, 1986 and 1987 to take up this most important and rewarding leadership role. It can also become a fun filled exercise that can be shared with other class members. After looking through all guest book entries, I noted that the above classes have had at least one member to sign the Message Board with some classes multiple times. We know you are out there, so come on and show your school spirit once again. You will be glad you did.

If anyone is considering this role and wants to contact me as to what to expect or how to best begin, please call 678-516-1305.

Thank You


 

Date 06:34 PM - Feb 06, 2009
Your Name (Duck) Jannette Austin Douglass
Tech Year 1971
Email cherrytreelane1234@yahoo.com
Comments
Hey everyone Charlie Douglass and I have have been married for 37 years. We have two grown kids and two grandchildern.Charlie said it was great seeing Mike Skow and Robbie Jolly today 02/06/09.


 

Date 07:07 AM - Feb 06, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
tech high was 10-1 in 1983 the best record ever!!! the team was led by harold person 16AA offensive player of the year!!!


 

Date 07:32 PM - Feb 05, 2009
Your Name JJ Guinozzo
Tech Year 1968
Email jjguinozzo@gmail.com
Comments
Hello Tech alumni:

I need your assistance. I am putting together the histories of Memphis high schools.
I have finished MUS, CBHS, Whitehaven, White Station, Briarcrest and ECS.
I am working on Central (ugh--hated rival) now and I am also working on Tech.
If anyone has scores of Tech football games from 1918 (first year I beleive of football for Tech), please email them to me. I have scores from 1986 to the school's ending but I need scores from 1918-1985.
Can anyone help?
Maybe they are in yearbooks? Please check
and email me at jjguinozzo@gmail.com
thanks -- JJ

p.s. -- I went to Whitehaven '68 SO I had to fudge to send this message. Computer asked me what year I went to Tech but I didn't and we didn't play the Yellowjackets for a number of years.


 

Date 06:17 AM - Feb 04, 2009
Your Name Karen(kk)
Tech Year 85
Email kbennett@memphispolice.org
Comments
The party was the bomb, it was nice seeing all of you of came. I wish that more of my class could have been there. Thanks for the invite.


 

Date 06:58 AM - Feb 03, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
thanks 2 everyone that came 2 da party!!!! it was the bomb!!!!!!!!!!! i will let yal know when the next one!!!!!!


 

Date 12:54 PM - Jan 29, 2009
Your Name Kenneth A Howard
Tech Year 1984
Email nolimitsforyou@yahoo.com
Comments
whats up my alumni mates, we are tring to prepair some events for our familys & classmates. ,plese contackme or Freed Jones... hpe 2 c u soon/// Kenn Howard.


 

Date 03:33 PM - Jan 27, 2009
Your Name Rosemarie Young
Tech Year class of 1983
Email ritamay@live.com
Comments
Hi class of 1983. I am interesting in a class reunion - get together, nothing big. I miss you guys a lot. Please contact me 901-281-6712


 

Date 11:38 AM - Jan 20, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
i got tickets 4 da biggest Tech party Ever!!!! call me at 502-8636 the party is the last saturday in jan. @ Good Times on hollywood


 

Date 05:36 PM - Jan 17, 2009
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-87
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
I know that the Tech family will join me in expressing heartfelt sympathy to former teacher Mrs. Ruth Campbell and Mrs. LaConnie Taylor-Jones on the passing of Colin "Chuck" Jones, who was Mrs. Campbell's son and LaConnie's husband. Mrs. Campbell taught social studies at Tech for a number of years in the 1970's. Chuck graduated in 1975 and LaConnie was in the Class of 1976.


 

Date 07:25 AM - Jan 13, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
long live da YELL0WJACKETS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 01:42 PM - Jan 12, 2009
Your Name Michael Wesson
Tech Year 1980
Email m.wesson@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Hello
I lucked upon this site. I'm living in Indiana now. I would love to be in contact with classmates from 1980 class, email me at m.wesson@sbcglobal.net


 

Date 10:17 AM - Jan 11, 2009
Your Name Dave French
Tech Year 1969
Email retired2007@gmail.com
Comments
Happy New Year to all Tech High Alumni, Teachers, the Class of 1969 and a Special Greeting to Gene Gill and Rob Jolly. We have such a wonderful website to be proud of, all of which would not be possible without Gene's Vision and Rob's Passion for Good Ole Tech High School.

The Class of 1969 will soon be approaching the 40th Anniversary of our graduation which I believe was Monday, May 26th; also my Mother's 43rd birthday. Over the past 18 months, I have challenged myself to locate our entire class. With approximately 260 students, we have located 137 or just over one-half (Sadly, 18 of the students located are deceased of 7% of our class). So I am seeking your support in assisting me to locate the rest of us. Please do not hesitate to email or phone me (678-516-1305) with any information, suggestions or leads you might have. It truly is rewarding to locate someone, many times for both parties.

When you have a spare moment, please browse through the Tech Alumni website as well as the Class of 1969's pages. It is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Looking forward to speaking with many of you in the near future.

Kindest regards,
Dave


 

Date 08:21 PM - Jan 10, 2009
Your Name Carl Turner
Tech Year 1979-82
Email lilcarl3000@yahoo.com
Comments
It's really nice to see just how many people fromTech High are doing well. We should all feel really humbled to have come from such great surroundings.


 

Date 12:34 AM - Jan 07, 2009
Your Name BECKY DENNINGTON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
DORRIE FORBESS I HAVE BEEN LOOKING ALL OVER FOR YOU.YOUR LONG LOST FRIEND BECKY P.S.YOU STILL HAVE MY YEARBOOK


 

Date 12:25 AM - Jan 07, 2009
Your Name BECKY DENNINGTON AKA REBECCA FERGUSON
Tech Year 1974
Email beccaferguson56@yahoo.com
Comments
HELLO TO ANYONE WHO REMEMBERS ME ! WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE.I AM NEW TO INTERNET AND SENDING E MAILS .


 

Date 06:52 PM - Jan 05, 2009
Your Name Robert "Bobby" Loe
Tech Year 1965
Email robertloe@bellsouth.net
Comments
I left numerous memories at Tech High and I also kept many with me, but now all are gone with the wind.


 

Date 05:17 AM - Jan 05, 2009
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
what`s up everybody i`m here to tell yall the GI`S
ARE BACK : HAYWOOD,DWIGHT SHINE,WHITEBOY,FRED JONES,ANTHONY RODGERS(ROCK),ED JORDAN, JEFF DOWDY,MCELROY,BARRY AND ME HAROLD PERSON WE ARE HAVING A BIG PARTY ON THE LAST SATURDAY IN JANUARY @GOOD TIMES ON HOLLYWOOD STREET. i`ll let everyone know more about the party and who to contact later on n da week


 

Date 05:55 PM - Jan 03, 2009
Your Name Joanne ( McGregor ) Frazier
Tech Year 64-66
Email rmf46@comcast.net
Comments
Great Website... memories of Tech, Teachers, & Friends. "66" I was a Senior/Junior.


Lynn Gurley ("66"/Junior)..left before the year was up. Where are you?
Johnny Maddox ("66"/Sophomore)Where is your sister.. June?


 

Date 11:30 PM - Jan 01, 2009
Your Name janice smith
Tech Year 1979
Email jlsmith_870@yahoo.com
Comments
HAPPY NEW YEARS to you all and may you all be blessed thouthout the year. I would like to hear more from some of the 1979 yellowjackets. So for now enjoy the days that lies ahead.


 

Date 02:26 PM - Dec 29, 2008
Your Name Sherrie Cooper-Nash
Tech Year 1987
Email josecoopernash@att.net
Comments
Hi, to all i enjoyed being a part of the class of 1987. But it's time for a reunion, it has been 12 long years, as of may 2009. If you are interested and would like to help put together a reunion. E-mail me josecoopernash@att.net or call 901-288-0575 only serious inquires please. Go Tech High!!!!!


 

Date 05:34 AM - Dec 26, 2008
Your Name MICHAEL A. MITCHELL
Tech Year 81
Email mamitchell26@aol.com
Comments
HELLO, TECHTER'S


I have plan. Why don't we just have a BIG TECHTER'S reunion for everyone, since I can't anything goin. I say plan it now for 2011 Spring time and that would give everyone some reaction time. Mrs. EURBANKS we are counting on you to start the ball rolling. Please keep us updated on the outcome.

The best defensive End out of 1981.

Mike


 

Date 11:50 PM - Dec 25, 2008
Your Name Debra Maxwell
Tech Year 1972
Email dlmaxwell@hotmail.com
Comments
I actually did not graduate from Tech but I knew alot of the students and teachers. I graduated in 72 from Kingsbury High School. Do any of you fellow students from Tech remember Randy Johnson he started out going to Kingsbury but left a couple of years later and I lost track of him until recently I saw him in yall's year book I don't know if any of you know but he passed away years ago.


 

Date 07:43 PM - Dec 25, 2008
Your Name Jimmy Jones
Tech Year 1959
Email ji1941mmy@yahoo.com
Comments
Great site, found it by accident. Great job.....


 

Date 08:59 AM - Dec 25, 2008
Your Name Phil Murphy
Tech Year 1968
Email hawksn@aol.com
Comments
Merry Christmas to one and all from Sarasota, Florida.


 

Date 06:25 AM - Dec 25, 2008
Your Name michael a. mitchell
Tech Year 1981
Email mamitchell26@aol.com
Comments
Yellowjackets,

I'm still looking for Natalie Shanks - she's been missing since 1984. Tell her I won't stop until she calls.

E-mail: mamitchell26@aol.com
Military: michael.mitchellsr@us.army.mil


 

Date 05:52 AM - Dec 24, 2008
Your Name RITA COLLIER HARRELL
Tech Year 1969
Email rharrell08@yahoo.com
Comments
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A BLESSED NEW YEAR TO ALL TECHITES AND ESPECIALLY THE CLASS OF 1969.


 

Date 03:28 PM - Dec 23, 2008
Your Name Candy Holt Wilkinson
Tech Year 1952
Email jimbowilky@centurytel.net
Comments
Merry Chrisdtmas and a Blessed New Year from the Tech High Class of 1952, to all former students.

We all really have happy memories compared to the kids of today, don't we?

Candy Holt Wilkinson, Tech 1952 Sunshine Chairman


 

Date 12:57 PM - Dec 23, 2008
Your Name Ray Douglas
Tech Year 1972
Email Ray2194@aol.com
Comments
Merry Christmas all. I just got this site and it brings back old memories. I would love to hear from old friends. Take care and have a great Christmas.


 

Date 10:36 AM - Dec 23, 2008
Your Name Dianne (Douglass) Deming
Tech Year 1964
Email dianne.deming@yahoo.com
Comments
Just wanted to wish all Techites a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year! I pray you have good health and happiness throughout all of 2009!

I'm looking forward to the next reunion for the classes of 1960-66 on July 18, 2009. If you would like more information, please e-mail me at dianne.deming@yahoo.com.


 

Date 09:02 AM - Dec 23, 2008
Your Name Dean Bishop
Tech Year 1973
Email dbishop06@comcast.net
Comments
Merry Christmas to all, This alumni made my day thinks to all that make it happen.


 

Date 11:29 AM - Dec 22, 2008
Your Name James Malone
Tech Year 1969
Email jtmalone@fedex.com
Comments
I check the guestbook periodically to see if any 68-70 grads have left notes, and have had the opportunity to catch-up with some of my old friends. Just a quick note to wish all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.


 

Date 03:14 PM - Dec 19, 2008
Your Name Bill Gray
Tech Year 63
Email katamari@centurytel.net
Comments
Willars and Pat... some even look like great grandparents.


 

Date 01:37 PM - Dec 19, 2008
Your Name Willard Freeze
Tech Year 1964
Email Wil11secgt@aol.com
Comments
Pat, yes we are that old.We seem to look like grandparents.


 

Date 11:58 AM - Dec 19, 2008
Your Name Pat Wilson Holly
Tech Year 1964
Email patricialholly@msn.com
Comments
Are we really this old?


 

Date 02:05 PM - Dec 17, 2008
Your Name MICHAEL ANTHONY MITCHELL
Tech Year 1981
Email mamitchell26@aol.com
Comments
Class 1981,

What's going on with the reunion? I have been traveling for twenty years but yet to hear from anyone. So guys please send me an E-mail.

Love You All!! MISSES YOU


 

Date 10:58 AM - Dec 15, 2008
Your Name Steve Brock
Tech Year 66-67-68
Email SBSR49@aol.com
Comments
Graduated in 3 yrs thanks to Mrs Elliot ( passed me in engish or I'd be a graduate of 1981). (LMBO)...Anyone seen the redhead that had the HOTs 4 me?.(LMBO) .....by the way Ronny Martin , I'll pay you back the 2 dollars I owe you, when Joe pays me back the 4 he owes me......
Still haveing laughs ...hope everyone's health is good .....Joe save me a drumstick on that Christmas turkey this year


 

Date 05:31 AM - Dec 15, 2008
Your Name Mike Land & Patricia Crook
Tech Year 1964
Email mikeland@american-broadband.com
Comments
Rita Johnson turned us on to this site, thanks Rita and thanks to Gene for a great site.
Patricia and I were married in 66 and moved to N. Carolina where we have 3 great kids and are expecting our 10th grandbaby in March of 09. Life has been good, and we hope to hear from our "old friends". Can you believe it's been 45 years??


 

Date 08:25 PM - Dec 14, 2008
Your Name Larry Fullilove
Tech Year 1973
Email lf2736@aol.com
Comments
Yes I am still in Memphis.


 

Date 08:20 AM - Dec 11, 2008
Your Name Willard Freeze
Tech Year 1964
Email Wil11secgt@aol.com
Comments
Well I am still around but look nothing like my class picture!! Looks more like my 25 year old son.
I reflect on the many memories created during these years and we had so much fun didn't we?
Hope all is well with each of you.


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Date 02:20 PM - Dec 10, 2008
Your Name perrin hurdle
Tech Year 1963
Email dhurdle3@cableone.net
Comments
Unbelievable great web site


 

Date 12:00 PM - Dec 10, 2008
Your Name Virginia Hance Martin
Tech Year 1964
Email martin7801@gmail.com
Comments
It is great to find this site.


 

Date 11:11 AM - Dec 10, 2008
Your Name Tony Martin
Tech Year 1964
Email martin7801@gmail.com
Comments
Glad to find this site.


 

Date 11:38 AM - Dec 04, 2008
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year 1981-1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
Go YellowJackets!!!!!!!!!!!! long live the YellowJackets!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


 

Date 09:04 AM - Dec 03, 2008
Your Name Scarlett Gathings Stahl
Tech Year 1956 - 1959
Email scarletts3@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Hi, I actually went to Central High but am trying to get in touch with one of my best friends, Floyce Ann Townsend, who went to Tech (Tech 1959). Does anyone know how to contact her or could anyone give her my email?

Thanks,
Scarlett


 

Date 09:12 AM - Nov 25, 2008
Your Name MARILYN MOSS (LONG)
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
HAPPY & SAFE THANKSGIVING TO ALL


 

Date 12:39 PM - Nov 22, 2008
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Thank you for asking Gary and for the wonderful card you sent me. I am so much better. I am now able to walk around and drive again. I start seminary in january and have started teaching my three adult bible classes again and my kids at church a little. I am running my roofing comopany again but cannot roof right now. it is difficult to type. lol...... Hi to all my Tech buddies.
Love,
Rob Jolly


 

Date 09:21 AM - Nov 22, 2008
Your Name Gary Groce
Tech Year 1971
Email ggroce99@aol.com
Comments
Hello old friends. I visit this site often it is nice to hear from you guys. Adrian Stoots give us a write. I know you are in Alaska. Hope you are able to view this. Has anyone heard about Rob Jolly's health? I looked through pictures of the old year book. What great times we had!


 

Date 01:41 PM - Nov 20, 2008
Your Name Keith(Big Keith)Butler
Tech Year 1984
Email keithbutler40@yahoo.com
Comments
all techies from the year 1981-1985 call me at 503-8019,


 

Date 04:20 PM - Nov 18, 2008
Your Name Eric Tunstall
Tech Year 1977
Email metindnjc@hotmail.com
Comments
Was it really...that long ago? Well...sometimes, it seems like only yesterday. R/ Eric


 

Date 06:27 PM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Roy Young
Tech Year 53-55
Email Royll@mail2world.com
Comments
What a wonderful period in time.


 

Date 12:40 PM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Danny Abernathy
Tech Year 1971
Email DannyAbern@aol.com
Comments
Marilyn, you are one of the few that does post. Maybe others don't know about the site. I see a few people from our class but not many. Need to spread the word and then we can all see who is still around. I'd love to hear from all of them, life is too short not to remember the good times and friends. If you remember, a few of us go back to Fairview. Whew, we are getting old.


 

Date 09:40 AM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year The Best 1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
coach john ware and eddie wright coach carr i owe you a lot!!! anybody want to get in touch with me Harold Person - 901 502-8636 class of 1984 holla at me!!!


 

Date 09:29 AM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year The Best 1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
class of 1983,1984,1985 holla at me!! Jeffery Dowdy whats up bro!! 45 what it do!! football team of 1983 10-1 city champs class of 1984 where u at!!!! all the women in 83,84,85,86 holla at me guys where yall at!!!! holla


 

Date 09:25 AM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Marilyn Moss (Long)
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
YES!!!! Two thumbs up to Gene.
Wonder where all the 1971 grads are these days? I see a couple here. Would love to see more. I had wonderful years at Tech. Great teachers and loads of fun. Those were the good ole days........


 

Date 09:24 AM - Nov 17, 2008
Your Name Harold "Superstar" Person
Tech Year The Best 1984
Email wizinc7@yahoo.com
Comments
wuz up everyone!! holla at me wizinc7@yahoo.com or myspace!! the hottest spot on myspace!!


 

Date 07:21 AM - Nov 16, 2008
Your Name Mike (Mickey) Griffin
Tech Year 1966
Email mgriffin4@woh.rr.com
Comments
Great web site! Thanks to those who made it possible and maintain it.


 

Date 12:06 PM - Nov 15, 2008
Your Name Liddie (Money) Frederick
Tech Year 1967
Email rfrederi@bellsouth.net
Comments
If anyone knows where any of the classmates that I have listed are, please let me know, I would love to hear from them. Billy Joe Anderson, my older brother John would love to hear from you. Jan Daniels, Sammy Nowlin, Gail Hudson, Howard Meredith, Mary Sue Earnest. This is supposed to be a open and friendly message board. I wish more would post notes. Life is too short not to remember your friends and talk to them when you can.
Liddie (Money) Frederick


 

Date 08:52 AM - Nov 15, 2008
Your Name Danny Abernathy
Tech Year 1971
Email DannyAbern@aol.com
Comments
Rob, How could I forget Gene. He has been such a help to me also. He is a true gentleman and is a great example of what we should all strive to do.
A big pat on the back to him.
Hi Marilyn, it's good to see someone is reading these posts. I was begining to think our class has lost all interest.
Keep them coming!


 

Date 04:48 PM - Nov 14, 2008
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
thank you danny and marilyn for your kind comments,
but please remember that the web master and creator of this web site is Gene Gill, class of 1951. I simply add things for him to post and collect our history to preserve it. thank you both and thanks to gene!!


 

Date 01:10 PM - Nov 14, 2008
Your Name Marilyn Long Moss
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
You're so right, Danny.
Rob is doing a GREAT job with this site.
Thanks Rob....I enjoy this site.


 

Date 12:44 PM - Nov 14, 2008
Your Name Danny Abernathy
Tech Year 1971
Email DannyAbern@aol.com
Comments
I really enjoyed my visit with Rob Jolly today and his generosity is understated. What he gives to this site and to the Tech community is very unselfish and all of us owe him a pat on the back and a big thank you.
Thanks Rob.


 

Date 02:32 PM - Nov 12, 2008
Your Name Margaret (Alford) Zuendel
Tech Year 1966
Email maggie@counterpartcd.com
Comments
When I last visited the Guest Book, I left my home email address - which I don't read often enough. Please contact me at my work address.

Absolutely love the site. It brings back such wonderful memories.


 

Date 05:16 PM - Nov 07, 2008
Your Name GARY BIZZELL
Tech Year 1964
Email GLBIZZELL@BELLSOUTH.NET
Comments
NEAT SITE


 

Date 06:44 PM - Nov 04, 2008
Your Name Darryl Page
Tech Year 1979
Email dpage32@nc.rr.com
Comments
Hello Yellow Jackets, This is a great web site, thanks to all who made this possible. I hope to hear from each one of you soon.


 

Date 01:03 PM - Nov 03, 2008
Your Name Marilyn (Long) Moss
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
Where are all the 71 grads? I see Gary Groce still close by. Anymore in Memphis? Olive Branch or surrounding area. It would be great to all meet up sometime and see how we all have GROWN. Up or around...LOL... I've expanded myself. LOL I catch myself thinking about those good ole days alot. Those were the days! Well, just want to say HI to all of you 1971 grads......Take Care


 

Date 09:05 PM - Nov 02, 2008
Your Name linda powell
Tech Year 1980
Email ray7559@bellsouth.net
Comments
no comments


 

Date 11:55 AM - Oct 31, 2008
Your Name John Northcott
Tech Year 1964
Email galleycook@yahoo.com
Comments
Gosh it's been yrs since i've been here and also on classmates. Back in california again after a couple years fishing in alaska. I saw Barbara Rogers1966 listed as missing. I was married to her but lost contact with her after I went to Alaska.
Nice to see the yearbook pics posted here... sure brings back lotsa memories
da "Rat"


 

Date 05:16 AM - Oct 30, 2008
Your Name rob jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
to gwen shanks from message below......
i have an extra 1979 annual you may have.
i love doing that. please e-mail me
rob jolly
tech historian


 

Date 02:25 PM - Oct 29, 2008
Your Name Gwen Shanks
Tech Year 1979
Email larrykent59@hotmail.com
Comments
Does any one know where I can get a copy of our year book? I lost my book in my divorce. lol


 

Date 01:50 PM - Oct 29, 2008
Your Name Gwen Shanks
Tech Year 1979
Email larrykent59@hotmail.com
Comments
Hello fellow 79 graduates.


 

Date 11:24 AM - Oct 29, 2008
Your Name Danny Boyd
Tech Year 1967
Email dboyd@mercuryprtg.com
Comments
Don't see much from the class of 1967, would love to hear from some of you!


 

Date 09:59 AM - Oct 26, 2008
Your Name Monroe Colvett
Tech Year 1947
Email mcolvett@att.net
Comments
I haven't been in contact with anyone from Tech for a long time, but I just found this website and am happy to have contact with my old school again. I'll be looking longer and harder at the site in the future and hope anyone who wants to will get in touch with me. Thank for the opportunity.


 

Date 09:15 PM - Oct 19, 2008
Your Name janice smith
Tech Year 1979
Email jlsmith_870@yahoo.com
Comments
hi classmates


 

Date 09:29 AM - Oct 16, 2008
Your Name Jim Keeling
Tech Year 1967
Email jim@jimkeeling.com
Comments
Gosh we were all UGLY!.......Hey anyone seen Glenda or Tootie Herren????


 

Date 02:51 PM - Oct 15, 2008
Your Name Judy South (Drewery)
Tech Year 1967-69
Email lindsaysouth@att.net
Comments
I enjoy reading notes from everyone, though don't see too many that I knew. I haven't been to a reunion since 79', didn't know about the last 2. Hopefully we'll have a 40' next year. Would love to hear from Sherry Burkett if you're out there, Diane Ballard, good to see pics and hear of your family. I live in Heber Springs, AR. and go back to Memphis every couple of months.


 

Date 03:53 PM - Oct 13, 2008
Your Name Lisa Duck
Tech Year 1975
Email fuentes_fam@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Hey old yellow jackets! I'm still in Texas after 20 years and wondering how my old commercial art crew is doing? Anybody know where Portia Johnson, Ralph Ward, Mr. Walker, etc. might be?


 

Date 08:26 PM - Oct 12, 2008
Your Name Theodore (Ted) Jeans
Tech Year 1972
Email tejeans@yahoo.com
Comments
It has been such a pleasure reliving old memories on this website. Most of my classmates I have not had contact with since I left Tech, so it was interesting reading their comments. I'm living in the Atlanta area, so feel free to contact me if you are ever in the area. Thanks to Carolyn Elliott and Steve King for keeping in touch. I hope to see you the next time I'm in the Memphis area.


 

Date 06:17 PM - Oct 06, 2008
Your Name Mary McMullin Downs
Tech Year 1978
Email TexasCowgirl3418@aol.com
Comments
Hello Everyone
I really loved my years at Tech and loved all my classmates. I would love to get in touch with all of you
Mary McMullin Downs


 

Date 06:00 PM - Oct 05, 2008
Your Name Michael Hunter
Tech Year 1964-1968
Email hunav@mvtel.net
Comments
Just wanted to see if I remembered anybody.


 

Date 10:31 AM - Oct 01, 2008
Your Name Kiwanna Todd
Tech Year 1987
Email ktodd794@loc.edu
Comments
I am glad to be a graduate of Memphis, Technical High 1987


 

Date 07:05 PM - Sep 29, 2008
Your Name Karolyn Hall
Tech Year 1986
Email barkar86@yahoo.com
Comments
Well I came home too visit Sept 23-27, 2008.So if you saw a red BMW with Memphis Tags and a POW-MIA sticker on the back window. It was me!!! I mostly visited downtown. I went on the Boat Cruise on the Mississippi River, Sun Records, and Mud Island. I was at Wolfe Chase Mall also! It was too short of a time too visit anyone though. I Love Mphs!!!


 

Date 05:55 PM - Sep 26, 2008
Your Name JOE BROCK
Tech Year 1964-1967
Email jbrock03@comcast.net
Comments
What a thrill to go back and see faces from years past. I was really blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful people. I will never forget the great times and many friends I made during those years. We were all special to each other. God bless each one of you. Joe


 

Date 07:20 PM - Sep 19, 2008
Your Name Autry Mills-Henry
Tech Year 1974
Email autrymills@aol.com
Comments
Hello classmates, finally we can keep in touch.I hope to hear from each and everyone soon.


 

Date 05:12 PM - Sep 16, 2008
Your Name Mark Patterson
Tech Year 1987 The Last Class
Email patt1020@hotmail.com
Comments
I appreciate this website, thank you. The yearbook pictures bring back memories that I love and miss. Thank you. Class of '87 hit me back, I'm in metro Atlanta. Talk to you later.


 

Date 09:33 AM - Sep 14, 2008
Your Name Herschel Collier
Tech Year 1971
Email hecollie@charter.net
Comments
Does anyone know where Ms. Ramsey is these days. I had her for JR. & Sr. English and Lit. classes. They were always so much fun with her. Glad also to see several other from '71 have posted. Hope to see a lot more in the future. This is the best reunion site around. Thanks Gill.


 

Date 03:30 PM - Sep 12, 2008
Your Name Rosemarie Young
Tech Year class of 1983
Email ritamay@live.com
Comments
I Love Tech. I would like have a class reunion for the class of 1983. I had some wonderful friends that were there for me.


 

Date 08:30 AM - Sep 10, 2008
Your Name Martin Willis
Tech Year 1956
Email mwillisphd@aol.com
Comments
This is to express gratitude to Gene Gill, our webmaster, for all the work he has contributed to the Tech Alumni site. This includes the constant updating of the pages and especially the obits of our classmates. Great job, Gene!


 

Date 11:22 AM - Sep 04, 2008
Your Name Rob Jolly
Tech Year 1970
Email actingrob@aol.com
Comments
Update: I have had two very good days. Loved all the great cards and prayers. Continue to pray that I will regain my energy. Love to you all.
rob jolly


 

Date 04:19 PM - Sep 02, 2008
Your Name Danny Abernathy
Tech Year 1971
Email DannyAbern@aol.com
Comments
I am glad to find this web site. My years at Tech gave me a greater appreciation for people who dedicate their lives to teach and work in the educational profession. My wife is a teacher and has spent 25 yrs in the Memphis City Schools and I have retired from there myself though not as a teacher. Hope to hear from fellow Techites.

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Date 04:09 PM - Aug 30, 2008
Your Name Ojars Smiltnieks
Tech Year 1957
Email oj@hughes.net
Comments
What I have seen looks great , good for Bill Tucker


 

Date 08:03 AM - Aug 25, 2008
Your Name Donnie Collins
Tech Year 1965
Email Metleman326@yahoo.com
Comments
Looking for any and all classmates for the years 1964-1969, please share my e-mail address with anyone interested. Donnie


 

Date 04:43 PM - Aug 17, 2008
Your Name Carolyn Elliott
Tech Year 1963-1987
Email carolyn38104@yahoo.com
Comments
Today's Commercial Appeal carries an engagement photo of Daryl Braden and his future wife. It brings back memories of Tech's dynamic 1974 basketball team, where he was one of the "three Daryls," playing along with Cornelius, John, Milton, and the rest of a great squad. Terri and Marcia led a team of outstanding cheerleaders. Daryl is still employed at UAB, his alma mater. Best wishes, Daryl!


 

Date 10:57 AM - Aug 15, 2008
Your Name Gary Groce
Tech Year 1971
Email ggroce99@aol.com
Comments
Hi all! wanted to say hello to Marilyn Long, I had so much fun at Tech it was such a blast. I'm like Marliyn - where are you guy's in the 71 class? Get on board and let us here from you. Gary Groce


 

Date 08:53 AM - Aug 13, 2008
Your Name Vern Harvey
Tech Year 1967
Email vharvey@casinocollege.net
Comments
Great site...great memories! I'm back in Memphis after 30 years in Arizona & California, a lot has changed but Tech still looks about like it did when I was there.


 

Date 02:43 PM - Aug 12, 2008
Your Name MARILYN L. MOSS (LONG)
Tech Year 1971
Email mlmred99@yahoo.com
Comments
Would love to hear from of my 1971 graduating friends. Where is everyone? I'm still pretty close to Memphis. Live in Olive Branch, Ms. Please be sure to contact me if there is ever a get together.


 

Date 09:40 AM - Aug 11, 2008
Your Name Marie (Hollowell) Paullus
Tech Year 1969
Email mpaullus@harrahs.com
Comments
My address had changed
385 Nail Rd E apt 70
Southaven, MS 38671


 

Date 06:11 PM - Aug 03, 2008
Your Name J.D.Smith
Tech Year 1968
Email anotherjdsmith@yahoo.com
Comments
I was just sitting here on a hot August Sunday evening in Southern California browsing thru this wonderful website and thought I'd just say hello. Hope all is well with former classmates and friends. I've had a marvelous time reconnecting with old (long time)ha, friends and enjoying the pleasure of talking to them about how life is going for them. I love hearing from anyone from Tech and it doesn't matter to me if we were in the same class or not. Looking forward to hearing from you. Good times to you and God Bless. jd smith


 

Date 09:06 PM - Jul 30, 2008
Your Name Carolyn Hall
Tech Year 1986
Email mphsfinest40@hotmail.com
Comments
Hello Mrs. Hopson!!!!

My brother Elzey's 2nd Mother!!! (LOL)How are you doing? I had just ask my brother about you and your family! Always glad too hear you all are doing fine!!! I wish you all the best and take care. I'll make him take me too visited you again whenever I come home again. Love Karolyn


 

Date 11:04 AM - Jul 29, 2008
Your Name Sara Gordon Lebovitz
Tech Year 1937
Email jaodegard@yahoo.com
Comments
I am her daughter and was surfing the net and found her class. Wondering if
there are any more classmates out there. She is well and quite ontop of things.

Please e-mail me. I know she would enjoy chatting about the wonderful past.


 

Date 09:17 PM - Jul 27, 2008
Your Name Lillian Bradley Laws
Tech Year 1941
Email zazlbl@sbcglobal.net
Comments
Still looking for some contacts from 1938-1944. Wonder if I am the only one left out here.


 

Date 09:02 AM - Jul 26, 2008
Your Name Lois Wicker Bartlett
Tech Year 72
Email loisbartlett_lois@msn.com
Comments
I just found the website and it is great. A lot of names I remember, but some I don't. Does anyone know where Bailey Wilkes is? I saw Steve King's name, glad you are doing so good. I am still in Memphis working at a hospital as an administrative secretary. Keep up the good work.


 

Date 11:45 AM - Jul 21, 2008
Your Name Donna "Cupples" Derden
Tech Year class of 1964
Email Donna393@aol.com
Comments
Great to see the web page!


 

Date 11:08 PM - Jul 19, 2008
Your Name Maurice L. Tate
Tech Year 1971
Email themo@aol.com
Comments
I came across the story of Mr. Terrell and wanted to add my sympathies. I was lucky for I knew Mr. Terrell prior to his coming to Tech. He was a teacher at Corry Jr. High in South Memphis which I attended prior to coming to Tech. I had the pleasure of being taught by him AND his lovely wife. Coach Terrell was tough but man was he fair. He never looked at you as black or white. He always looked at your potential to be a good student and graduate. He scared me to death but I was just a young kid trying to make it in a new environment. He was a fair man and I will not soon forget him. To Mr. Terrell's family I offer my condolences. To Mr. Terrell, you have my thanks,and most of all my respect. May you rest in peace.


 

Date 08:20 PM - Jul 19, 2008
Your Name Maurice L. Tate
Tech Year 1971
Email themo@aol.com
Comments
I'm trying to locate Don McNamee (class of '71'). It's been decades and I would love to find out what happened to him. I used to be in contact with Ouida Robertson but lost her two. Where the heck are you guys? I miss you both. I saw Ira King on classmate and got in touch but never heard from him. I would love to hear from any Techie. It gets lonely up north.


 

Date 07:02 PM - Jul 16, 2008
Your Name Cecilia (Hatch) Shettles
Tech Year 1969
Email cshettles2003@yahoo.com
Comments
What a wonderful site. Back then graduation couldn't come soon enough, now looking back it came too soon. I will always love, cherish, and remember my years at TECH as they were some of the most memorable days of my life.


 

Date 11:07 AM - Jul 15, 2008
Your Name Arthur Trim
Tech Year 1960
Email blazer190@bellsouth.net
Comments
"60-'66 Reunion 07/12/08
Does anybody have any information. Who attended?
I was in Japan until yesterday.


 

Date 11:51 PM - Jul 08, 2008
Your Name kenneth booker
Tech Year 75-76
Email kenneth_booker@bellsouth.net
Comments
Great website


 

Date 12:19 PM - Jul 06, 2008
Your Name Tommy McCulley
Tech Year 1975
Email welive4him@comcast.net
Comments
First, I would like to thanks Gene Gill and Sue Johnson and all who make this web site possible. You guys have done an awesome job! It brings back so many wonderful memories. I often wonder what has happened to many of my classmates and friends. I didn't know it then but I do now, Tech was some of the best years of our lives. May I give thanks to teachers like Ms. Elliott and Coach Wright and others whom not only care about teaching a curriculum but also teaching us about life and responsibility. Gene and Sue once again thank you for this site where we can go and reminisce days gone by. Come on class of 1975 we want to hear from you!


 

Date 10:17 AM - Jul 03, 2008
Your Name KAREN(KK)Lee
Tech Year 1985
Email KBENNETT@MEMPHISPOLICE.ORG
Comments
EMAIL CLASS OF "83-85"


 

Date 07:33 AM - Jul 02, 2008
Your Name Dorothy Hopson
Tech Year 1982-1987
Email dhopson@hotmail.com
Comments
This site brings back memories from the VIP English Teacher at Tech High School. I have many fond memories of the years spent here. When Tech closed, I remained with CPSEC, later Pyramid Academy, and taught English to pregnant and parenting teens. Currently, I am coordinator of the Parenting Program in the same location. So you see, I'm still at Tech! Love to all!


 

Date 08:33 PM - Jun 26, 2008
Your Name Mary Alice (Beasley) Gibbons
Tech Year 1966
Email marysbookworm@bellsouth.net
Comments
Thank you, Gene, for such a wonderful place for the grads of Tech High to visit and renew friendships. I've browsed this site for hours and still haven't gotten my fill! What wonderful memories it's brought back. Hello to all my '66 classmates out there - Glenda Dearing, Ray Driggers, Steve Wright - and all the others. It's been so nice "visiting" with all of you once more!


 

Date 08:19 PM - Jun 26, 2008
Your Name Steve Warren
Tech Year 1964
Email backflowsales@aol.com
Comments
Enjoyed seeing all the pics.


 

Date 12:38 PM - Jun 24, 2008
Your Name Dean Bishop
Tech Year 1973
Email dbishop06@comcast.net
Comments
Hi to all my class.


 

Date 02:11 AM - Jun 18, 2008
Your Name Susan Bibbs
Tech Year 1985
Email Susanbibbs@aol.com
Comments
Thanks to my beautiful 11th grade English teacher(Mrs. Elliott)for giving me access to this very special web-site. Good job keep up the good work.

Hello my fellow Yellow Jackets!!!!!


 

Date 02:53 PM - Jun 14, 2008
Your Name ASIA GOODMAN
Tech Year 1983
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
NOTE FROM WEBMASTER: Asia Goodman, 1983, left a message (below) but did not leave her email address. This new Form will not post a message unless the sender leaves their email address. It's a security measure and prevents SPAMMERS from leaving messages.

ASIA's MESSAGE:

It was nice to see the old pictures and remember some past faces. I pray everyone is doing well.

Asia


 

Date 02:26 PM - Jun 14, 2008
Your Name Webmaster
Tech Year 1951
Email gene.gill@verizon.net
Comments
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