View allAll Photos Tagged AmesHighClassof1975
CLICK HERE
to view AHS 1975 Gone But Not Forgotten, Some Have Left US video
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
C L I C K HERE
to view AHS 1975 Gone But Not Forgotten video
#AHSSomeHaveLeftUS
#AmesHighSchool
#ameshighclassof1975 #ahs1975 #1975ahs
#AmesHighVideo
Deaceased AHS 1975 classmates prior to 2015 40th reunion
Andrew Andy Elwood 2011
Donna Jackman 2012
Bill Robertson 2011
Brian J. Lem 2002
Bruce Hanway 2013
Calvin Hemingson 2003
Carol French 1994
Donna Finnegan 2001
Eric J Amtower 2008
Gary Kingsbury 2015
George Kalnins 1997
Geraldine Gerry Hagerty 2002
Glenda Wood Deherrera 2010
Guye DeFrancisco 2012
Jeffrey Evans 2002
Jerry Peterson 1980
James Jim Davis 2004
Julia Julie Goodland 2009
Kerry Ferguson 2012
Kyle R. Phillips 1981
Larinda Babcock Fuller 1993
Lisa Thurston Hotchkiss 2012
Lorina Beach Corbin 2010
Michael Stoops 2013
Muriel M. MacBride USN 1979
Randall Randy Moore 2010
Robert Gooden 1979
Russell Rusty Young 2008
Sharon Hopper Traub 2010
Steve Knutson 2011
Stephen T. Munn 2011
Terry Kendall 1999
Vicki Knutson Butler 1997
Wayne Hedburg 2014
Wes Holbrook 1975
William Bill Rusk 2009
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Obituary for
Kerry Robert Ferguson
Kerry Robert Ferguson was born January 16, 1957 to Robert D. and Phyllis E. (Wenell) Ferguson in Ames. He graduated Ames High School in 1975 and later from Coe College with a degree in business and worked as a financial advisor with AIG. Kerry and Jennifer Rae Reusch were married April 30, 1983 at St. James United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. Kerry was a member of Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames. He helped organize his 30 year high school class reunion and was class treasurer. Kerry enjoyed golfing, fishing and boating and was a diehard Cyclone fan. Kerry worked at AIG until 2010, when illness prevented him from continuing on. Kerry passed away October 2, 2012 at Rochester Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota at 55 years of age. Kerry is survived by his children, Stephanie Ferguson of Marshalltown, Iowa, Kurtis Ferguson of Peoria, Illinois, and Rebecca Ferguson of Ames; his parents Robert and Phyllis Ferguson of Ames; his brother Kevin (Vicky) Ferguson of Elmhurst, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennifer Rae Ferguson, on November 11, 2007.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Obituary for
Lisa Thurston Hotchkiss
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas. Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches. After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979. She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding. Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society. She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols. She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information. Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois. The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David's North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl. In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live. REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
-----------------------------
Obituary for
Sharon Hopper Traub 1956-2010
THE AMES TRIBUNE, Ames, Story County, Iowa, Sunday, January 10, 2010.
Sharon Traub, 53, of Ames, passed away Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at home. Memorial services will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, at Adams Funeral Home. Visitation will be prior to the service from 5 to 7 p.m.
Sharon Louise Traub was born Dec. 2, 1956, in Macomb, Ill., the daughter of Gordon and Barbara Hopper. She attended Ames High School and received her GED. She married Jeffrey Traub on April 9, 1978.
She was a full-time wife and mother with a wide circle of friends. She was a passionate collector with an extensive bear collection, including many Steiff. One of her many hobbies included helping others and reaching out to those in need. She was looking forward to the birth of her first grandchild.
She also loved to travel and visited places as diverse as the Bahamas, Iceland and Australia. She was a cancer survivor and lived life to the fullest.
She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Traub; her father, Gordon Hopper, and stepmom Jan Hopper; three siblings, Steve Hopper, Scott Hopper and Susan Drake; and three daughters, Ashlyn Traub, Breanne Kellner (Chad) and Chelsey Traub.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara (Drake) Hopper, in 1968.
Memorials may be directed to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
--------------------------------
Obituary for
William "Bill" Andrew Rusk
July 28, 1957 - September 30, 2009
William Andrew “Bill” Rusk, age 52 of Ames died Wed. Sept. 30 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.
A graveside committal service will be at a later date at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Bill was born July 28, 1957 in Kokomo, IN the son of Carl and Barbara (Phillips) Rusk. The family moved to Ames in 1968 where he attended Roosevelt grade school, Central Jr. High and graduated from
Ames High School and was confirmed in the United Church of Christ-Congregational of Ames. He received two degrees from ISU in journalism and accounting and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. He was employed in Gresham, OR as an accounting consultant.
Bill is survived by his mother Barbara Rusk, sister Susan Blair both of Ames, brothers Richard (Edee) Rusk of Houston TX, Tim and (Sasha) Rusk of Orange, CA, 2 nieces and 3 nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Carl and an infant niece and nephew.
Memorials may be directed to Israel Family Hospice House.
On line condolences may be sent to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
----------------------------
Steve Munn AHS Class of 1975 Obituary below
Stephen Thomas Munn
Obituary
Born: October 6, 1956
Passed: October 21, 2011
grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com/obituary/73667/Stephen...
Stephen T. Munn age 55, of Ames died Friday, Oct 21, 2011 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
A gathering of friends and family will be one hour before the 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011 Memorial Service at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Hyland Ave. in Ames. A private burial will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Stephen was born October 6, 1956 in Ames the son of Alfred (Fritz) and Joy Munn. He attended Ames Schools and received his GED. He was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking and just being in nature. He lived in Minnesota and Florida before returning to Ames.
Stephen is survived by his mother, Joy, of Ames, stepdaughter, Ashley Hansen, Children, Thomas Munn, Erika Munn, and Kristian Munn all of Story City, his brothers, Erik (Shelli) Munn of Ames and David (Linda) Munn of St. Paul, Minn.
He was preceded in death by his father Alfred (Fritz).
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established at First National Bank for Stephen's children.
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
Visitation Details
Thursday October 27, 2011
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1015 N. Hyland
Ames, IA 50014
Service Details:
2:00 PM
Thursday October 27, 2011
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1015 N. Hyland
Ames, IA 50014
-------------------------------------------------------------------
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
If you haven't been back to AHS for awhile, this is what it looks like as of 2015. When I attended AHS in the mid 1970's there were no tennis courts, the didn't have the weight room, or the cafeteria, or the addition on the back of the building or even the media center. It has changed a lot in the last 40 years.
AHS aerial view of Ames High School campus. Ames, Iowa 2015
Ames, Iowa
AHS reunions
Flickr AHS reunions
AHSAA newsletters, authors or calendar
join AHSAA
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
p 21 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972.
p21 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates and Alumni
Top to Bottom l to r:
Mike Tamoglia, Rita Terrones, Dennis Thiel, Dallas Thies, Lisa Thurston, Pam Tice, Dave Timmons, Randy Toppenberg, Nancy Torkildson, Laurel Tostelbe, Amy Tsao, James Tysseling, Chris Untrauer, Mary VanDerMaaten, Jane Vanderwater, John Varga, Tim Waddill, Tom Walsh, Denise Wasel, Jeff Waters, Rick Watson, Eric Weber, Cindy Weigel, Alan Weltha, Linda Wenger, Faye West.
-----------
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss | 1957 - 2012 | Obituary
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
- more about Lisa:
www.legacy.com/obituaries/statesman/obituary.aspx?pid=160...
www.allfaithsonline.com/obituaries/lisa-hotchkiss
-----------
Future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
Phil Johnson holding a framed Class of 1973-1974 newspaper article about the Ames High School 1973 football team made up mainly of AHS 1974 graduates.
Closeup of the framed newspaper article that Coach Johnson is holding.
Phil Johnson head football coach
6 wins - 3 losses for the 1973 AHS Football team
1973-1974 AHS Football team gridders begin slow end on a hot streak.
Ames High School will play its final football game of the 1973 season Friday night at Marshalltown. Team members:
Front from left, are Pat Coyle, Dave Pohm, Jim Gammon, Kevin Allen, Dennis Dobson, Monte Lutz, Jon Stalheim, Steve Pier, Matt Koupal, and Mike Bittinger.
Second row, from left, J.D. Kuehl, Len McGilliard, Jim Moorhead, Denny Elliott, John Healey, Tom Wilson, Ben Svec, Paul Schuette, mark Samuelson and Kevin Ferguson.
Third row, from left, Rod Mather, Tom Fisher, Shawn Campbell, Kerry Ferguson, Bill Ewan, Tom Nutty, Kurt Knutson, Dave Dalton, Jeff Songer, and Paul Zmolek.
Fourth row, from left, Chris Lang, Ted Riggs, Keith Bell, Terry Lang, John Albert, Steve Johnson, Bruce Hanway, Jeff Berhow, Gary Hunziker and Greg Hughes.
Fifth row, from left, Evy Cochrane, Jerry Herrick, Joel Bertheson, Howie Campbell, Greg Foell, Bill Robertson, Mark Bogenrief, Jeff Bergeson, and Glenn Catus.
Sixth row, from left, Joe Allen, Greg B??, Rick Matt, Paul Engvoldstad, Tom Ingram, Len Griffin, ??, Kirk Farrar, Back row, from left, head coach Phil Johnson, assistant Cal Carpenter, assistant coach Keith Bailey, equipment manager and trainer Ron Green and student trainer Dean Bretnall. Not pictured: Tom Wierson and manager Gary Bornmueller. (Tribune photo).
Summary of the Ames High School 1973 football season
Even though the Ames High football team lost three of their first four games, Coach Phil johnson felt that the little Cyclones had the potential to win them all. “The seniors just didn’t have enough game experience early in the season,” he said.
by the time the team got their stuff together the season looked quite grim. The Little Cyclones dropped a thrilling Homecoming decision to Fort Dodge and were trailing Central Waterloo at halftime. Somebody did an excellent motivational job because the team came out of the locker and ran Central off the field.
A week later the squad traveled to Cedar Falls to play the number four ranked Tigers. The Little Cyclones dominated the game with a stiff defensive effort while capitalizing on Cedar Falls’ mistakes. After rolling past Waterloo West and Ottawa the gridders wound up the season on a bitterly cold night in Marshalltown. The game went down to the wire as the Little Cyclones held on to a one point victory and a share of second place in the Conference.
Considering the first half of the season, the team did a remarkable job of bouncing back. “The improvement over such a short time was tremendous,” commented Coach Johnson. “The winning streak is a great tribute to their achievements.” Johnson added that this team was the most enjoyable team that he had coached.
------------------
Here's one for you. In 2010, Phil Johnson, former teacher and AHS head football coach, was inducted into the Iowa Wesleyan College Athletic Hall of Fame. Many of us also remember his reputation as a very good math teacher at Ames High School. Here's the 2010 release from Iowa Wesleyan College, announcing his induction:
Phil Johnson
Ames resident Phil Johnson was inducted into the Iowa Wesleyan College Athletic Hall of Fame during ceremonies on Friday, Oct. 1, as part of IWC's 2010 Homecoming weekend.
Johnson is a 1960 graduate of Iowa Wesleyan. During his collegiate career, he was a three-year offensive guard starter for the Tiger football team and a four-year starter in baseball as a catcher. He received the Outstanding Senior Athlete award in 1960. Upon his graduation from Iowa Wesleyan College, Phil pursued a master of arts degree from the University of Iowa.
Johnson taught mathematics for 37 years, most of those at Ames High School (1976-1997). He coached baseball, tennis, and football throughout his teaching career.
Johnson was a head football coach for 19 years, with a record of 103 wins, 60 losses, and 4 ties. He served as President of the Iowa Football Coaches Association in 1970. He received the Iowa Football Coaches Association Distinguished Service Award in 1980 and the Iowa Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame Award in 1982. He also served as an assistant coach in the first Iowa high school Shrine football game in 1973 and head coach in 1975.
As a baseball coach, Johnson holds an overall record of 174 wins and 70 losses. He took Ames High School to the state finals in 1988 and coached in the Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association's All-Star Game.
Another aspect of Johnson's athletic career is the 23 years he spent officiating high school and collegiate basketball and umpiring high school baseball. He umpired several state baseball tournaments, including the High School All-Star Baseball Game in 1979. He was inducted into the Iowa High School Athletic Association's Officials Hall of Fame in 1989.
Johnson has also led a life of service to his community. He received the Ames Kiwanian of the Year Award in 1989 and 2004. He serves on the boards at the First United Methodist Church in Ames, the Ames Golf & Country Club, Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) and various education associations. He was inducted into the Ames High School Hall of Fame in 2004. Phil and his wife, Sandy, have three children: Jeff, Marty Jo, and Jay, as well as six grandchildren. Phil and Sandy continue to make their home in Ames.
opencam photobyEd motoX 2015-12-21
AHS Alumni Assoc reunions or photos
AHSAA newsletters, authors or calendar
join AHSAA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
AHS 1974 classmates in the 1974 Spirit Yearbook
#AmesHighClassof1974
#AmesHighClassof1975
#1974ahs
#1975ahs
#Yearbook
#scan
#AmesIowa
#AHSAA
#SpiritYearbook
----------------- Gary Hunziker Obituary ----------------
Obituary
Gary Hunziker
June 29, 1957 - May 19, 2017
Gary Hunziker, age 59, died at the Mary Greeley Israel House, after a three year battle with multiple myeloma (cancer). The funeral will be on Thursday, May 25 at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 520 NW 36th Street, Ankeny, Iowa. A private burial will follow after the service. There will be a Celebration of Life on May 25 from 4-6 p.m. at the Sukup End Zone Club, Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, Iowa. Gary enjoyed life to the fullest and we are going to celebrate him!
Gary was born in Ames, Iowa to Margaret and Erb Hunziker, the youngest of their six sons. He attended school in Ames, Iowa and graduated from Ames High School in 1975. He attended college at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.
Gary started working as a realtor for his father's company, H & F Realtors, in 1978 and continued as a realtor until 1994. At that time, he took over and eventually owned Hunziker Property Management in Ames, Iowa, until his death. Gary loved his work and even more importantly, he loved the people he worked with. Along with his son, Andy, he had many long-term co-workers he considered an extension of his family.
Gary married Chris Payer Hunziker on January 20, 1979, after they started dating in ninth grade. They spent their lives in Ames, Iowa raising their two children, Megan, born in 1983, and Andy, born in 1987. Gary loved spending time with his family over the years and being part of all of their school and sporting activities (softball, volleyball, baseball, soccer and hockey). Gary had a large extended family and he had wonderful family memories of holidays, vacations and lots of fun weekends (especially the Fourth of July) spent at Clear Lake. One of the best things about being a parent is that you eventually are lucky enough to be a grandparent-one of life's blessings. Megan and her husband, Joe, have a daughter and a son, Addy and Mason. Andy and his wife, Kelsey, have one daughter, Aubrey. Gary was a loving "Papa" and he treasured his time with his three grandchildren.
Gary loved sailing and spending time at Clear Lake, being a potter at CASA in Ames and attending ISU sporting events (especially football and basketball-he was truly one of ISU's best fans. According to Gary, ISU was always going to win every game:). Gary and Chris joined Hope Lutheran Church-Ames and loved being a part of that church family. Gary and Chris are lucky to have many wonderful and caring family and friends who were with us on this journey.
Gary is survived by his wife, Chris, and their children, Megan (Joe) Mulvihill of Overland Park, KS and their two children, Addy and Mason, and his son, Andy (Kelsey) Hunziker of Ames, Iowa and their daughter, Aubrey. He is also survived by his mother, Margaret Hunziker, Ames, Iowa and his in-laws, Don and Jan Payer, Ames, Iowa. Gary is survived by four of his siblings, Jon (Bonnie) Hunziker, Dean (Darlene) Hunziker, Bob (Jane) Hunziker and Steve (Susan) Hunziker along with many nieces and nephews to whom he was very close. Gary had two close cousins, Dianne Schwalier and Rich Kincl.
Gary was preceded in death by his father, Erb Hunziker, and his brother, Dave Hunziker along with Hobie and Woody (his two favorite dog companions). He is looking forward to being reunited with them in heaven and spending lots of time playing cards, fishing and watching over all of us.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Bliss Cancer Center, McFarland Clinic, Ames, Iowa. Gary and Chris both received such wonderful care and compassion from Dr. Rudrapatna and numerous nurses and staff.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Gary's laughter and fun personality will live on in all of our memories.
We miss you Gary !!
---
----------------- Ann Marie (Self) Peterson obituary ----------------
ANN MARIE (SELF) PETERSON Obituary
Ann Self Obituary
Ann Peterson Obituary
October 24, 1956 - November 9, 2004
STORY CITY
published on November 11, 2004
"It's not the length of time but the depth of life." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ann Marie Peterson passed away peacefully in her sleep at Israel Hospice House of Ames on November 9, 2004. Ann showed great strength of character as she bravely fought her brief battle with cancer. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday, November 12 at St. Petri Lutheran Church, 804 Grand Avenue in Story City.
Ann was born October 24, 1956 in Madison, WI to Dr. H.L. and Martha Self. She graduated from Ames High School in 1974 and attended Iowa State University. Ann and Greg Peterson were married on September 24, 1982 and together, they had two children, Megan (19) and Cole (10). She was employed at Mary Greely Medical Rehab and Wellness in Story City.
Ann's family was her greatest joy. She and Greg were their children's biggest fans at their sporting events; together, they encouraged their children's participation and success in all their endeavors. Ann found happiness in making her home beautiful and a comfortable place for her family and friends. She enjoyed golfing with her husband, reading and watching Oprah. She especially loved red roses, burning scented candles, her husband's cooking and anything chocolate. Ann held a special place in her heart for her kitties (except Missy). She will forever be a member in good standing of the FTA Group. Ann was funny, bossy and she knew-and said-what she wanted. For these reasons and more, we love her.
Ann is survived and lovingly remembered by countless friends and family including her husband, Greg; her two children, Megan and Cole; her mother, Martha Self of Ames; a sister, Linda (Jerry) Lindell of Arlington, TX; two nieces, Michelle (Randy) Thomas and Stacy (Daniel) Jones; a brother, Mike (Barb) Self of Martinsville, VI; and four nephews, Steven and John Self and Travis and Jared Parker. She is also survived by Greg's family, Ken and Joann Peterson and Steve, Mary, Sayer, Sam and Spencer Peterson, all of Story City; and Jeff, Jackie, Barrett, and Cameron Peterson, all of Bondurant.
Ann was preceded in death by her father, Dr. H.L. Self of Hico, TX, and a sister, Debra Parker.
Memorials may be sent to Bliss Cancer Center or the Israel Hospice House.
---
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
From left to right: Hal '83, Eric '86, Dennis '61, Paul '72, Glen '75.
Dennis, Paul and Glen are brothers. Eric and myself are brothers, Dennis is our dad.
Dennis has done the chains for 40 years, Hal for 30, Eric for 29, Paul for 25 and Glen for 14 years.
Glen lives in Dysart he drives 87 miles to Ames every Friday for the games.
-------- Obituary --------
Dennis (Denny) Wayne Sailsbury
1942-2021
Ames - Dennis (Denny) Wayne Sailsbury, age 78, passed away at his Ames, IA home on March 6, 2021 surrounded by his family. A gathering of friends and family will be 4-6:00 p.m. Thursday, March 11, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way Ames, with a 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, graveside service at Ames Municipal Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required at both events.
Dennis was born in Ames, Iowa on September 24, 1942. He was the oldest of four children of Dale and Martha Sailsbury. He was a graduate of Ames High School and resided in Ames his entire life.
Dennis married Betty Borg, of Forest City, IA, on October 3, 1964. He had a passion for photography and worked at the Ames Laboratory as a photographer for over 40 years. He carried his passion of photography into his family vacations and holiday celebrations. He was heavily involved with his children's (Hal, Eric, and Dan) activities. He rarely missed a practice or a game. He helped coached the sports teams they were involved in and was a cub scout leader for each of his three boys. He took many ski trips with his sons and grandchildren.
He was also devoted to his seven grandchildren (Chelsea, Alex, Jack, Roman, Calvin, Max, and Jonah). His grandkids had many overnights at grandpa and grandma's house as they loved how he allowed them to stay up late to watch movies, eat chips and salsa, and make malts with grandpa. The morning always greeted the kids with his famous pancakes, as he was the only one that knew how to make them the "right way".
He was a teacher at heart, as he loved teaching life skills to his kids and grandchildren on how to drive a boat, fish, camp, build wood working projects, and how to enjoy life.
Everyone knew Dennis as an avid RAGBRAI rider as he rode RAGBRAI for 27 years. After he decided not to ride anymore, he would provide support in transporting gear and setting up tents for his kids and grandkids when they would join the ride regularly.
Dennis was a staple in his involvement with Ames High School Football. During football season, for 40 years, you could find him on Friday nights volunteering his time at Ames High football games running the chains on the sidelines marking first downs. Because of his dedication and years of service, he received a distinguished service award from the Ames High School Athletic Department.
Dennis loved camping. He took his family on numerous camping trips over the years and spent many years with his sons and grandchildren on canoe trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota.
In retirement, he worked part time at Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University as a jack of all trades. He spent many hours building displays, performing maintenance on equipment, and mentored many of the student workers.
He was a member of the Golden K Kiwanis.
Dennis never turned down an opportunity to try something new, because he was always a kid at heart.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Betty; son Hal (Dana) and their three children, Chelsea Bright (Isaac and great-grandchild due May 27, 2021), Alex (fiancé Kiki Kramer), and Jack; son Eric (Margene) and their son Roman (fiancé Morgan Warbalow); son Dan (Megan) and their three sons Calvin, Max, and Jonah; his siblings Marilyn Smith of Jackson, MO, Paul of Ames, IA, and Glen of Dysart, IA. His parents, Dale and Martha, preceded Dennis's passing.
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published in Ames Tribune from Mar. 8 to Mar. 9, 2021.
www.legacy.com/obituaries/amestribune/obituary.aspx?pid=1...
--------
AHS Alumni Assoc reunions or photos
AHSAA newsletters, authors or calendar
join AHSAA
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
Here is Coach Phil Johnson holding this same photo of a Newspaper article from 1973 about the 1973 Ames High School football team and their unique story.
Phil Johnson head football coach
6 wins - 3 losses for the 1973 AHS Football team
1973-1974 AHS Football team gridders begin slow end on a hot streak.
Ames High School will play its final football game of the 1973 season Friday night at Marshalltown. Team members:
Front from left, are Pat Coyle, Dave Pohm, Jim Gammon, Kevin Allen, Dennis Dobson, Monte Lutz, Jon Stalheim, Steve Pier, Matt Koupal, and Mike Bittinger.
Second row, from left, J.D. Kuehl, Len McGilliard, Jim Moorhead, Denny Elliott, John Healey, Tom Wilson, Ben Svec, Paul Schuette, Mark Samuelson and Kevin Ferguson.
Third row, from left, Rod Mather, Tom Fisher, Shawn Campbell, Kerry Ferguson, Bill Ewan, Tom Nutty, Kurt Knutson, Dave Dalton, Jeff Songer, and Paul Zmolek.
Fourth row, from left, Chris Lang, Ted Riggs, Keith Bell, Terry Lang, John Albert, Steve Johnson, Bruce Hanway, Jeff Berhow, Gary Hunziker and Greg Hughes.
Fifth row, from left, Ev Evy Cochrane, Jerry Herrick, Joel Bertheson, Howie Campbell, Greg Foell, Bill Robertson, Mark Bogenrief, Jeff Bergeson, and Glenn Catus.
Sixth row, from left, Joe Allen, Greg B??, Rick Matt, Paul Engvoldstad, Tom Ingram, Len Griffin, ??, Kirk Farrar, Back row, from left, head coach Phil Johnson, assistant Cal Carpenter, assistant coach Keith Bailey, equipment manager and trainer Ron Green and student trainer Dean Bretnall. Not pictured: Tom Wierson and manager Gary Bornmueller. (Tribune photo).
Summary of the Ames High School 1973 football season
Even though the Ames High football team lost three of their first four games, Coach Phil Johnson felt that the little Cyclones had the potential to win them all. “The seniors just didn’t have enough game experience early in the season,” he said.
by the time the team got their stuff together the season looked quite grim. The Little Cyclones dropped a thrilling Homecoming decision to Fort Dodge and were trailing Central Waterloo at halftime. Somebody did an excellent motivational job because the team came out of the locker and ran Central off the field.
A week later the squad traveled to Cedar Falls to play the number four ranked Tigers. The Little Cyclones dominated the game with a stiff defensive effort while capitalizing on Cedar Falls’ mistakes. After rolling past Waterloo West and Ottawa the gridders wound up the season on a bitterly cold night in Marshalltown. The game went down to the wire as the Little Cyclones held on to a one point victory and a share of second place in the Conference.
Considering the first half of the season, the team did a remarkable job of bouncing back. “The improvement over such a short time was tremendous,” commented Coach Johnson. “The winning streak is a great tribute to their achievements.” Johnson added that this team was the most enjoyable team that he had coached.
opencam photobyEd motoX 2015-12-21
AHS Alumni Assoc reunions or photos
AHSAA newsletters, authors or calendar
join AHSAA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Above is a newspaper clipping most likely from the 1975 Ames Daily Tribune, although it could also be from the Ames Advertiser. Mike Nostwich saved it for 41 years and then took a photo and posted it. Mike said it was OK to also post it on the Ames High School photo site. These are all Central Junior High School 9th grade students that later graduated with the Ames High School Class of 1975, although one or more probably graduated early in the Ames High Class of 1974.
Cite Central Junior High Students for Scholarship
Central Junior High ninth graders maintained a "B" average or more during their three years at the school represent 32 per cent of the class, according to Lloyd Eilts, principal.
Eilts said students who maintained a "B" average are: Eric Amtower, Julie Axtell, Barbara Bacon, Shane Ball, Janet Beard, Janet Bogue, Barbara Bogue, Kevin Bowen, Leslie Boyles, Jeff Brown, Bobbie Brugger, Jane Burkholder, Mark Butler, Kent Cox, Julie Cummings, Susan Deppe, Bile Dirks, David Ditzel, Dwight Dobell, Anne Donaldson, Sandra Edwards, Eric Eucher. Bill Ewan, Linda Ewing, Danny Fox, Debra Gass, Steve Gee, Rosa Graupera, Rod Greiner, Brent Harl, Kathleen Heaney, Keren Heckenbach, Anne Hendrickson, JoAnn Howerton, Mary Hutton, Tom Ingram, Clair James, Cheryl Jeska, Maury Johnson, David Kaldor, Kathy Kavanagh, Scott Kiser, Diane Knutson, Brian Ladd. Diane Lande, David Larson, Jane Madden, Larry Maile, Catherine Miller, Christopher Miller, Cathy Nelson, Bill Nichols, Susan L. Norris, Thomas Nutty, David Pepper, Christopher Perrin, Kyle Phillips, Nancy Phipps, Kit Powers, Keith Prange, Barbara Reece, David Rod, William Rich, Karen Sanderson, James Schattauer. Martha Schneider, Kren Schubert, Donna Schulze, Elizabeth Seiser, William Shaffer, Bob Shuck, David Smith, Kathy Soderholm, Kathy Sullivan, Lisa Thurston, Chris Untrauer, Mary VanDerMaaten, Tom Walsh, Jeff Waters, Alan Welt, Linda Wenger, Jeff Whitmer, Margaret Wilder, Patsy Wilson, Debora Zirkus, Glenda Wood.
scan courtesy of Michael Nostwich AHS class of 1975
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
Four of the above graduated Ames High School Class of 1974. This photo taken approximately 1966
Meeker All-Stars -- Members of the Meeker League all-star baseball team in the 8 9 10 year old competition selected at the end of the season were,
front row, from left: Dean Bentnall, Crhis Ethington, Danny Nichols, Gary Bornmueller, Allen Wagner, Danny McClean, and Joel Morton.
Second row, from left: Scott Gibson, Mike Bergeson, Brian Perry, Brian Barnhart, Jeff Brown and Tom Ingram.
Third row, from left: Coach Jerry Tryan, Brent Harl, Danny Fox, Rod Greiner, Jeff Owings and coach Bob Jensen. (tribune photo by Vince Coyle)
In the background are the Inis Grove Park tennis courts Ames, Iowa.
There are four 1974 Ames High School Alumni in this photo: Brian Perry, Brian Barnhart, Gary Bornmeuller and Allen Wagner. Jeff Brown is a 1975 AHS Graduate.
Scan_Pic0005 Photo scan courtesy Alan Wagner (1974 AHS)
Credit to Ames Tribune and photo by Ames Tribune photographer Vince Coyle
Ames, Iowa
scan from Allen Wagner collection
More AHS Info
1974 AHS 30th reunion info
1974 AHS 40th reunion info
Who attended the 1974 40th reunion.
1975 AHS 40th reunion info
1975 AHS Facebook
2015 AHS reunion info
2014 AHS reunion info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHS authors
All AHSAA newsletters
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Ames High School Alumni Association
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
May 19, 2018 “Bucknic” and Mini-AHS Alumni reunion, lots of AHS graduates. Lots of Buck's.
First row: Ashley Hamilton Buck ’05 #ahs2005, Ian Smith ’03, Jaime Smith ’01, Sara DeKovic ’76, Anne Knuths Buck #ahs1950, Robert O. Buck ’50, J Ben Buck ’53, Cathy Buck ’72, Lisa (Buck) Marino '77, Brian Buck #ahs1977
Second row: Joe Bappe ’14, Chuck DeKovic ’75, Andy Buck ’99, Stacia Buck Wilson ‘’04, Connie Buck Bappe ’71, Alison Lindy Buck ’01, Eric Bappe ’90, Steve Buck #ahs1974
Back row: Trevor Smith ’03, Tyler Buck ’02, Kevin Buck #ahs1976, Bruce Buck ’71, Pete Buck #ahs1971, Stew Buck #ahs1969.
Click photo to zoom
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
p 12 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
page 12 John Albert to Pam Black A to B
Top to bottom left to right:
John Albert, Joe Allen, Brad Allison, Eric Amtower, Doug Anderson, Gwen Anderson, Jeanette Anderson, Dave Andrew, Sarah Austrheim, Julie Axtell, Barbara Bacon, Donna Bailey, Janet Bailey, Diane Baker, Don Ball, Shane Ball, Andy Barfknecht, Lucy Barnard, Lorina Beach, Janet Beard, Cindy Bell, Steve Benson, Mike Bergeson, Jeff Berhow, James Bishop, Pam Black.
All future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
p 22 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972.
p22 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates and Alumni
Top to Bottom l to r:
Clarice Whetstone, Jeff Whitmer, Peggy Wilder, Patsey Wilson, Debbie Wirkus, Glenda Wood, Diana Yegge, Randy Yegge, Susan Young, Rusty Young, Paul Zmolek, Greg Belle, Ron Borich, Ruth Durand
Future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
--------------
Russell (Rusty) Dean Young Obituary
Rusty Young Obituary
November 27, 1955 - August 29, 2008
Russell Dean Young, 52, of Grundy Center, Iowa, died Friday, August 29, 2008, at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo, Iowa.
Russell was born November 27, 1955 in Ames, Iowa the son of Donald and Lynn (Giannasi) Young. He was raised in the Ames area graduating high school in 1975. He served his country in the United States Marine Corp. during the Vietnam War. Rusty worked at a variety of different jobs throughout his life.
Survivors include his step-children: Angie Terrones and Derek Terrones; his sister: Cheryl and her husband Dan Olson of Grundy Center, Iowa; and a brother: Ron Young of Fort Collins Colorado; nieces and nephews: Mark and wife Terri Young of Hudson, Wisconsin, Sean and wife Michelle Olson of Omaha, Nebraska, Danae and husband Dan O?Malley of Hudson, Iowa, Ryan Olson of Lubbock, Texas, Kyle Olson of Naples, Florida, and Shauna Young of Fort Collins, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Lynn Young.
See more www.abelsfuneralhomes.com.
Rusty Young 1st grade class photo Rusty Young, back row, 5th from the left.
Another photo of Rusty Young from 4th grade
at Meeker Elementary School in 1966.
--------------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Click photo above to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
p 13 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
p 13 Mark Bogenrief to Dave Clark B to C
future 1975 Ames High School Graduates
Top to Bottom left to right: Mark Bogenrief, Barb Bogue, Jenet Bogue, Loren Bosten, Kevin Bowen, Leslie Boyles, Dean Brentnall, Diana Brown, Jeanine Brown, Jeff Brown, Bobbie Brugger, Bambi Buckley, Terri Bulkley, Mark Bunker, Kriss Burke, Jane Burkholder, Roy Butler, john Callahan, Carol Canon, Tim Carlson, Nancy Carrol, JoAnn Cason, Ann Castner, Glen Catus, Becky Christianson, Dave Clark. All future AHS 1975 Graduates.
#photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
-------- Obituary --------
Jane Burkholder Walker
March 30, 1957 ~ December 18, 2020 (age 63)
Lawrence, Kansas
Jane Burkholder Walker, 63, cherished mother, sister, friend and retired school principal for Bostic Elementary, passed away Friday, December 18th, 2020. She was preceded in death by father, Harvey Ralph Burkholder, and beloved husband, Mike Walker. Survivors include her mother, Kathryn Burkholder; daughters, Lindsey Walker and Lauren Walker; and sisters, Anne (Patrick) Byrne and Nancy Burkholder.
Jane was born Jane Ellen Burkholder to Kathryn (Mott) and Harvey Burkholder on March 30th, 1957 in Ames, Iowa. She was the middle child of three beautiful girls, and was blessed with loving parents and a strong community. From a very young age, Jane always knew she wanted to be a teacher, and would often “play school” with the neighborhood children and her sisters.
Jane received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary in Education from Iowa State in 1979. She then moved to Kansas City for special training in educating underrepresented students. There she met the love of her life, Michael Dean Walker, who was pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Both were intelligent, creative thinkers with a great sense of humor. They went on many adventures together, enjoyed camping, and often took Mike’s motorcycle to explore new places. Jane and Mike married on August 7th, 1982. They lived together in Mike’s hometown of Independence, KS, before moving to Lawrence, KS. Both received Master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, and Jane completed her Masters of Science in Education.
Subsequently Jane and Mike moved to Wichita, where Mike began working for Boeing and Jane began her career for Wichita Public Schools. Jane and Mike welcomed their first child Lindsey in 1986, and second daughter Lauren in 1993. Jane was a wonderful mother who cherished her children. She used her creative skills to nurture a beautiful home filled with guitar songs, family dinners, bedtime stories, and handmade crafts, from Halloween costumes to Christmas ornaments. She gave her daughters a passion for reading and music, and the foundation to build bright futures.
In addition to raising her two children, Jane dedicated her life to educating thousands of students during her 31 year career with USD 259. Jane loved her job, and strove to give every child the tools for success. In 2000, Jane got her second Master’s degree, in Education Administration and Supervision, from Wichita State University. She went on to become first an assistant principal and then a principal, finishing her impressive career at Bostic Traditional Magnet.
After her retirement in 2017, Jane continued to seek out adventure and new experiences. She always loved going to Iowa every summer and winter, and playing games with her family. One of her favorite places to be was on the dock with her family at Lake Okoboji , listening to music, laughing, and telling stories. She also loved walking at Chisholm Creek Park, joined Adventurous Babes, and was an integral part of growing her new neighborhood in Bel Aire into a community.
Jane had a strong soul and a determination to live life to its fullest, despite tragedy. She lost her husband Mike far too soon in 2013. After his death Jane continued to speak with Mike’s spirit everyday, and felt his support and love to the end of her days. Jane beat both breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, before being diagnosed with early onset severe dementia in early 2020. Jane never lost her zest for life or her love for her family. Hers was a creative and loving spirit, and she brought that spirit to her work, her life, and her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Wichita Children’s Home. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.
www.cozine.com/obituary/JaneBurkholder-Walker
--------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
CLICK photo to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th graders at Central in 1971-1972 were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Click photo above to zoom
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc AHSAA Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join
Photo of this page 18 of 1971 Echo was taken at the 1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion held in 2015 photobyEdHendricksonJr
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
p 18 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
p18 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates
1975 AHS Alum
AHS 1975 Alumni
Ames High Class of 1975 Ames Iowa
Top to Bottom l to r:
Catherine Cathy Miller, Chris Miller, James Miller, Janet Millegan, Debra Mills, Jean Mingus, Tom Moldenhauer, Micheal Moore, Randy Moore, Jim Moreland, Steve Mostrom, Kathryn Mulhall, Steve Munn, Kathy Nelson, Cherie Nervig, Elen Newell, Bill Nichols, Dan Nichols, Julie Niichel, Susan Norris, Susan L. Norris, Mike Nostwich, Tom Nutty, Curt Oliver, Dean Olson , Kathy Page
All future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
Ames High School class of 1975
AHS 1975
1975 Ames High Alum
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
--------- Steve Munn AHS Class of 1975 Obituary below --------------
Stephen Thomas Munn
Obituary
Born: October 6, 1956
Passed: October 21, 2011
grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com/obituary/73667/Stephen...
Stephen T. Munn age 55, of Ames died Friday, Oct 21, 2011 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
A gathering of friends and family will be one hour before the 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011 Memorial Service at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Hyland Ave. in Ames. A private burial will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Stephen was born October 6, 1956 in Ames the son of Alfred (Fritz) and Joy Munn. He attended Ames Schools and received his GED. He was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking and just being in nature. He lived in Minnesota and Florida before returning to Ames.
Stephen is survived by his mother, Joy, of Ames, stepdaughter, Ashley Hansen, Children, Thomas Munn, Erika Munn, and Kristian Munn all of Story City, his brothers, Erik (Shelli) Munn of Ames and David (Linda) Munn of St. Paul, Minn.
He was preceded in death by his father Alfred (Fritz).
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established at First National Bank for Stephen's children.
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
Visitation Details
Thursday October 27, 2011
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1015 N. Hyland
Ames, IA 50014
Service Details:
2:00 PM
Thursday October 27, 2011
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1015 N. Hyland
Ames, IA 50014
-------------------------------------------------------------------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Click photo above to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
p 16 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
p 16 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Sharon Hopper to Danny Kilam H to K
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates
Top to Bottom left to right:
Sharon Hopper, JoAnn Howerton, Rick Howerton, Greg Huges, Mary Hutton
Stanley Hyer, Tom Ingram, Donna Jackman, Charles Jackson
Jean Jacobs, Clair James, Cheryl Jeska
Paul Jewell, Kevin Joens
Cindy Johnson, Maury Johnson, Vikki Johnson
Chris Jones, David Kaldor, Kathy Kavanagh, Chris Kayser
Anne Keim, Terry Kendal, Kent Kevin Kenyan KK Kenyan, Jennifer Jenny Kestal Deist, Danny Kilam
All future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd photo of page by Ed
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
---
Jennifer Lynn (Kestel) Deist Obituary 1
January 1, 1957 ~ February 13, 2017 age 60 60 Years Old
Jennifer Lynn Deist, 60, of Eddyville passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017 at her residence.
Mrs. Deist was a former LPN.
Surviving is her husband, Robert Deist of Eddyville; and two sons.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Smith Funeral Chapel in Smithland is in charge of arrangements.
---
Jennifer Lynn (Kestel) Deist Obituary 2
January 1, 1957 ~ February 13, 2017 age 60 60 Years Old
Jennifer Deist passed away peacefully at her home in Eddyville, KY, on February 13, 2017, with her two sons Aaron and Bryan, husband Bob, and hospice caregivers at her side.
Jennifer was born on January 1, 1957 at Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames, IA. She continued to reside in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1975. Following high school, she moved to Sioux City and enrolled at Iowa Tech School of Nursing where she graduated in 1976 with a license in Practical Nursing. Upon graduation she worked in Storm Lake, IA, and then in Des Moines, IA, where she met and married her first husband.
Jennifer was a caring and dedicated nurse who worked in Iowa, Hawaii, Florida, California, and Illinois in a variety of medical facilities. She was loved by her co-workers. Her patients were fortunate to have benefitted from her professional commitment and service. She married her husband Bob in 2003. They lived in Alton, IL, and finally at Lake Barkley, KY, in a home they designed, built, and decorated. She left the nursing profession in 2002 due to physical complications resulting from multiple sclerosis. She was an avid reader and was very skilled at knitting and crocheting. Both sides of her family were loving recipients of her handcrafted work over the years. Her work was sought out by gift shops and businesses, but Jennifer preferred to give away or donate her work rather than profit from it. She was also a great supporter of animal rescue and pet adoption programs. She loved her two dogs; Charley, a three year old labradoodle and Briggs, a seven year old pompoo.
Jennifer is survived by her mother Jean Ann (Miller) Kestel of Ames, IA. Also surviving are two wonderful sons from her first marriage, Aaron Call and his wife Nicole and two exceptional grandchildren, Mina Charles Call (age 5) and Franklin Verdell Call (age 3) from St. Paul, MN, and son Bryan Richard Call and his longtime girlfriend Loren Hill, who live in Louisville, KY. She also leaves a sister, Barbi Greenlaw, and brother-in-law Reggie Greenlaw of Ames, IA, as well as her nephew Ryan living in Washington, D.C., and niece Bryna Greenlaw Halloran and her husband Michael Halloran in Amana, IA.
Jennifer was stepmother to her husband Bob’s three sons and their families: Brian and Amy Deist, Mallory, David, Karley, and Clint of Kane, IL; Brad Deist and partner Megan, Dora, Delaney, Bradley and Jack of Kane, IL; and Daniel and Allison Deist, Ella, Katie and Ava of Kane, IL. She is also survived by her loving husband Bob, who continues to reside in their Lake Barkley home in Eddyville, KY. She was preceded in death by an infant brother, Jonathan Richard Kestel, and her father, Richard Albert Kestel, who passed away April 15, 2011.
Memorial donations in Jennifer’s honor may be made to the National MS Society (national MSsociety.org), the American Cancer Society (cancer.org), or a recipient of one’s choice.
At Jennifer’s request her body was cremated at Smith Funeral Home in Smithland, KY, and her remains were passed to her husband and two sons. A memorial service will be held on March 4, 2017 at 3:30 P.M. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship located at 2015 N. Hyland Ave., Ames, Iowa.
---
Kent Kevin Kenyon Obituary
July 17, 1957 - April 30, 2018
Kent Kevin Kenyon, age 60, of Raleigh, NC, died April 30 in Raleigh following a two-year battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 14, 2018, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, with a gathering time starting at 1:00 p.m.
Kent was born in Ames, Iowa, on July 17, 1957, the son of Rupert and Carmen Kenyon. He was graduated from Ames High School in 1975 and from Iowa State University in 1980, where he was an active member of Theta Delta Chi fraternity. He then attended dental school at the University of Iowa in Iowa City and was awarded his DDS.
After a short stint practicing dentistry in rural Iowa, Kent joined the U.S. Public Health Service as a general dentist. In that capacity, he spent several years on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota and then moved to practice in the federal prison system in Raleigh, North Carolina. He has recently been a private contractor providing financial services for Woodfield Investments in Raleigh.
Kent is survived by his father, Rupert Kenyon, of Ames, his sister, Deb Dillon, of Prescott, Arizona, and three nephews. He is also survived by the family of his heart, Rod and Cory Miller of Raleigh, as well as an incredible group of friends in Raleigh.
Kent was preceded in death by his mother, Carmen Kenyon, and his brother, Scott Kenyon.
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
---
Kent Kenyan memorial on Findagrave
www.findagrave.com/memorial/201330293/kent-kevin-kenyon
---
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Cheryl (Borgen) Pietz 1977, Rick Pietz 1975, Julie (Reedholm) Tostlebe 1978, Jeff Tostlebe 1977, Todd Hageman 1979 all different AHS graduation years.
Fri Dec 26, 2014
photobyEd
2015 All AHS Holiday Gathering info
2014 All AHS Holiday Gathering info
Ames High School Alumni Association AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All AHS authors
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association membership
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
December 26, 2015 #photobyEd #photobyEdHendricksonJr
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Jennifer Kestal Deist class of 1975 Ames High School
When I searched for Jennifer Kestal Deist this is the photo that was listed in the Ames Tribune obituary for Jennifer.
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
www.findagrave.com/memorial/184972950/jennifer-lynn-deist
---
Jennifer Lynn (Kestel) Deist Obituary 1
January 1, 1957 to February 13, 2017 age 60 60 Years Old
Jennifer Lynn Deist, 60, of Eddyville passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017 at her residence.
Mrs. Deist was a former LPN.
Surviving is her husband, Robert Deist of Eddyville; and two sons.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Smith Funeral Chapel in Smithland is in charge of arrangements.
---
Jennifer Lynn (Kestel) Deist Obituary 2
January 1, 1957 to February 13, 2017 age 60 60 Years Old
Jennifer Deist passed away peacefully at her home in Eddyville, KY, on February 13, 2017, with her two sons Aaron and Bryan, husband Bob, and hospice caregivers at her side.
Jennifer was born on January 1, 1957 at Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames, IA. She continued to reside in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1975. Following high school, she moved to Sioux City and enrolled at Iowa Tech School of Nursing where she graduated in 1976 with a license in Practical Nursing. Upon graduation she worked in Storm Lake, IA, and then in Des Moines, IA, where she met and married her first husband.
Jennifer was a caring and dedicated nurse who worked in Iowa, Hawaii, Florida, California, and Illinois in a variety of medical facilities. She was loved by her co-workers. Her patients were fortunate to have benefitted from her professional commitment and service. She married her husband Bob in 2003. They lived in Alton, IL, and finally at Lake Barkley, KY, in a home they designed, built, and decorated. She left the nursing profession in 2002 due to physical complications resulting from multiple sclerosis. She was an avid reader and was very skilled at knitting and crocheting. Both sides of her family were loving recipients of her handcrafted work over the years. Her work was sought out by gift shops and businesses, but Jennifer preferred to give away or donate her work rather than profit from it. She was also a great supporter of animal rescue and pet adoption programs. She loved her two dogs; Charley, a three year old labradoodle and Briggs, a seven year old pompoo.
Jennifer is survived by her mother Jean Ann (Miller) Kestel of Ames, IA. Also surviving are two wonderful sons from her first marriage, Aaron Call and his wife Nicole and two exceptional grandchildren, Mina Charles Call (age 5) and Franklin Verdell Call (age 3) from St. Paul, MN, and son Bryan Richard Call and his longtime girlfriend Loren Hill, who live in Louisville, KY. She also leaves a sister, Barbi Greenlaw, and brother-in-law Reggie Greenlaw of Ames, IA, as well as her nephew Ryan living in Washington, D.C., and niece Bryna Greenlaw Halloran and her husband Michael Halloran in Amana, IA.
Jennifer was stepmother to her husband Bob’s three sons and their families: Brian and Amy Deist, Mallory, David, Karley, and Clint of Kane, IL; Brad Deist and partner Megan, Dora, Delaney, Bradley and Jack of Kane, IL; and Daniel and Allison Deist, Ella, Katie and Ava of Kane, IL. She is also survived by her loving husband Bob, who continues to reside in their Lake Barkley home in Eddyville, KY. She was preceded in death by an infant brother, Jonathan Richard Kestel, and her father, Richard Albert Kestel, who passed away April 15, 2011.
Memorial donations in Jennifer’s honor may be made to the National MS Society (national MSsociety.org), the American Cancer Society (cancer.org), or a recipient of one’s choice.
At Jennifer’s request her body was cremated at Smith Funeral Home in Smithland, KY, and her remains were passed to her husband and two sons. A memorial service will be held on March 4, 2017 at 3:30 P.M. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship located at 2015 N. Hyland Ave., Ames, Iowa.
---
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Click photo above to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
p 14 1971 1972 Echo yearbook 9th grade portraits
Mary Clark to Lori Figura C to F
future 1975 Ames High School Graduates
Top to Bottom left to right: Mary Clark, Charles Classick, Debbra Cornelius, Kent Cox, Gina Craft, Julie Cummings, Dave Daulton, Jim Davis, Chuck DeKovic, Susan Deppe, Bill Dirks, David Ditzel, Dwight Dobell, Anne Donaldson, Jenni Doud, Jeff Dunlap, Margaret Dunlap, Sandy Edwards, Paul Englestad, Chris Ethington, Eric Eucher, Bill Ewan, Linda Ewing, Mark Fick, Lori Figura. All future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
---
Donald "Don" Carver DoBell
February 18, 1962 - December 22, 2023
www.adamssoderstrum.com/obituaries/Donald-Don-Carver-Dobe...
Donald "Don" DoBell Obituary
Donald Dobell Obituary
Donald “Don” Carver DoBell, age 62, of Ames, passed away in his apartment on December 22, 2023.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, December 29, 2023 at Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., Ames. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the Mass. A time of fellowship will follow Mass. Burial will be held at the Ames Municipal Cemetery. The Mass will be livestreamed and a link will be available under the Events Section of Don’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.
Don was born to David and Dolores DoBell, February 18, 1962 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He grew up in Ames where he graduated from Ames High School. He went on to the University of Iowa where he got his Bachelors of Arts in Music Education. He played saxophone for the Air Force Strategic Air Command Band.
Don taught band in several schools, including St. Cecilia in Ames. Don also taught private instrumental lessons. From junior high until his death, Don was in a band. He loved to play and direct. Don was the conductor of the Heart of Iowa Senior Band for 21 years. Don was first and last a musician.
He was a Roman Catholic Christian who was active at St. Cecilia Catholic Church and a member of The Knights of Columbus. He had many friends at the Keystone Apartments and enjoyed Bingo, puzzles, cards, and potlucks. His engaging smiles and sense of humor will be missed.
Don is survived by his two brothers, Dwight (Darlene) DoBell of Rochester, Minnesota and Dan (Cindy) DoBell of Corning, New York and several nieces and nephews.
Don was preceded in death by his parents David and Dolores DoBell.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Don’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Don’s name may be directed to St. Cecilia Catholic Church or the Knights of Columbus.
To send flowers to the family of Donald "Don" , please visit our floral store.
---
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Future Ames High School class of 1975 graduates and alumni
Click here for the Meeker Kindergarten class photo that goes with this class roster.
Meeker Elementary School Afternoon Kindergarten - Mrs. Brown - 1962 - 1963
fourth row - Mike Bergeson, Steve Benson, Doug Cowan, Walter Stark, Matthew Fischer, Jimmy Davis, Mike Smith
Third row - Susan Norris, Richard Pietz, Tommy Walsh, Jane Madden, Julie Axtell, Eric Weber, Dan Scott, Mrs. Brown
Second row - Helen Gensurowsky, Ellen Newell, Jeff Guy, Anita Gardner, Mary Kay Fitzwater, Kathy Kavanagh, Steffi Griffin
First row - Brad Strickler, Shelton Burgoon, Ronnie Peterson, Tom Rohweder, Dennis McCann, Rick Watson, Chris Jones
Absent - Mark Baker, Mark Mullenax, Becky Milligan
Scanned and contributed courtesy of Eric Weber, Ames High Class of 1975
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Thursday evening July 30, 2015. Final 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion committee meeting / dinner in Nevada, IA.
photobyEd
canon camera
July 30, 2015
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc AHSAA Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join
Precisely John: A Journey of Autism, Love, Laughter, and Faith
Paperback, July 28, 2016 by Catherine Miller AHS Ames High School 1975 graduate alum and author. Catherine's brother John Miller graduated from AHS in 1973.
To purchase Precisely John or for more information about this book click HERE
Back cover of book here
Back Cover Synopsis:
A Norman Rockwell painting it wasn't. But we wanted it to be. No one called it autism, much less Asperger's back in the sixties when we were growing up. They called it weird, odd, different. We were a tight knit family in our little town, where my parents were teachers at the local school. At times it seemed a childhood filled with conflict about my older brother John. He was quiet and sweet. Yet, at times he would also make strange noises, shake his hands and fingers, while being completely consumed in his own thoughts. My confusion grew in trying to make sense of his differences, the over protectiveness of my parents, the teasing and bullying of him at school. Loved him, sometimes hated him, and really didn't want to be like him. Felt guilty about all of it. The years following school rolled on, until both family and personal crisis brought me back home. I quickly became aware that there was a significant distance between John and me. This is where our real journey began. Step by step, as I tried working my way back into his life, my perception of him began to change. Yet, I couldn't have imagined that he would one day become my hero and a teacher I could only hope to emulate.
About the Author:
Having John as my brother created in me a tendency to fight for the underdog. That fueled my decision to earn Bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Psychology, graduating with an accreditation in Social Work from Iowa State University in 1980. Ames High School Class of 1974
I've spent my career dedicated to DE-institutionalization and developing community-based services for people with mental health disabilities. I have the unique perspective of having lived the experience of growing up with a person with a disability, and of being a professional serving people with disabilities and their families.
Product Details:
Paperback: 188 pages.
Publisher: Phenix Books; 1st Edition (July 28, 2016). Language: English
ISBN-10: 0984894217
ISBN-13: 978-0984894215
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Click photo above to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
p 17 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972 most were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
p 17 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Scott Kiser to Rick Matt K to M
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates
Top to Bottom l to r:
Scott Kiser, Diane Knutson, Kurt Knutson, Vicki Knutson, John Kratz, Kevin Lacey, Brian Ladd, Diane Lande, Dave Larson, Janet Lawrence, Brian Lem, Colleen Lenning, Danny Lesan, Elizabeth Lewis, Diane Litchfield, Debbie Loken, Patricia Lovely, Kathy Loye, Craig Lutz, Dan McLean, Bryan McMasters, Muriel MacBride, Jane Madden, Larry Maile, Rusty Martin, Rick Matt
All future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
Ames High School class of 1975
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
p 20 1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
9th grade portraits Central Junior High in 1971-1972.
p20 1971 1972 Echo 9th grade portraits
Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
Future 1975 Ames High School Graduates and Alumni
Top to Bottom l to r:
Karen Sanderson, Sara Savage, Jim Schattauer, Marha Schneider, Karen Schubert, Donna Schulze, Liz Seiser, Bill Shaffer, Kendra Shirley, Bob Shuck, Jeff Sime, Cindy Smith, Dave Smith, Kathy Soderholm, Jeff Songer, Eddie Soto, Jim Sprowell, Walt Stark, Linda Stoneberg, Mike Stoops, Brad Strickler, Mary Stuve, Kathleen Sullivan, Mike Swan, Don Swenson, Carol Tabor
Future Ames High School 1975 Graduates.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
25th annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 27, 2019 at Ames History Museum the first of 2 locations for this evenings events, Ames, Iowa. 65+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this event was also. A ton of fun.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2019dec #allahsholidaygathering
December 27, 2019
Ames History Museum
Ames, Iowa
65+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Click here for larger view of this same class photo.
Future Ames High School class of 1975 graduates
7th Grade class photo
Welch Junior High School
Ames Iowa probably taken Fall of 1969
Homeroom 701
Homeroom officers
First Semester and Second Semester
President Alan Camp
Vice President Chris Fink
First Row - Jim Couture, Les Corier, Judy Blackburn, Matt Alexander, Chris Fink, Shari Bartels
Second row - Greg Anderson, Mike Clark, Mike Carr, Shawn Cambell, Denise Dale, Anita Clark, Susan Benner, Cheryl Christensen, Earl Beeson
Third row - Joel Berthelson, Jeff Bergeson, Alan Camp, Emily Epstein, Larinda Babcock, Carol Bremmer, Linda Bourne, Suzanne Cody, John Beasly, Rosalee Barber, Sherry Craig, Mrs. Brown.
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
photobyEdH
December 26, 2015
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
photobyEdH
December 26, 2015
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
photobyEdH
December 26, 2015
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Ames Senior High School arial aerial view after 1974 before 1985
Pupil enrollment, exclusive of about 2000 people in Adult Education, is it 5497. There are approximately 368 teachers and other professional staff members 220 other personnel, secretaries, food service employees, teacher associates, and custodians. Average teaching load has been kept to about 25 children per teacher. The Ames schools have a fine staff of supervisors who give guidance in curriculum areas at all levels. There are also special education services for children at all levels.
www.flickr.com/photos/ahs/53450305565/in/photolist-2nZ28X... AHS 2023 aerial satellite view ( arial is common misspelling)
#AmesHighClassof1970
#AmesHighClassof1971
#AmesHighClassof1972
#AmesHighClassof1973
#AmesHighClassof1974
#AmesHighClassof1975
#AmesHighClassof1976
#AmesHighClassof1977
#AmesHighClassof1978
#AmesHighClassof1979
#AmesHighClassof1980
#AmesHighClassof1981
#AmesHighClassof1982
#AmesHighClassof1983
#AmesHighClassof1984
#AmesHighClassof1985
#AmesHighClassof1986
#AmesHighClassof1987
#AmesHighClassof1988
#AmesHighClassof1989
#AmesHighClassof1990
#AmesIowa
#AHSAA
#AHS
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
25th annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 27, 2019 at Ames History Museum the first of 2 locations for this evenings events, Ames, Iowa. 65+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this event was also. A ton of fun.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2019dec #allahsholidaygathering
December 27, 2019
Ames History Museum
Ames, Iowa
65+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
22nd annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 30, 2016 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 100+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this one was no exception. It was a lot of fun. A small all school reunion.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2016dec
December 30, 2016
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
100+ attendance
--------- Richard Rick Pietz Obituary ---------------
1956-2018
Richard Elmer "Rick" Pietz Findagrave.com
Rick Pietz, 61, of Huxley, passed away on Oct. 26, 2018, after a short courageous battle with cancer. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ames. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 29, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames.
Richard Elmer Pietz was born in Comfrey, Minn., on Nov. 17, 1956. He graduated from Ames High School and continued his education at Ryder Technical Institute. He began his career as an auto mechanic for George White Chevrolet and ended his career 40 years later with them as a part-time transport driver. At the young age of 20, he owned and operated Precision Auto Clinic and eventually sold it. Passionate about golf, he purchased Twin Anchors Golf Course in 1996 and sold it in 2005.
He married his high school sweetheart, Cheryl Borgen, in 1980. They raised two sons, Nick and Nate, in the Ballard School district. Rick had a strong sense of family. He was very involved and supportive of his sons’ athletics and attended hundreds of their golf, basketball and football games, both at home and away. He cherished his two grandchildren, so he travelled to Cedar Rapids often.
Rick was a member of the Ames Elks organization and was a long-time member at the Ballard Country Club where he got his one and only hole-in-one. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting, restoring and showing classic cars. His 1972 Plymouth Roadrunner won first place at the Midwest Mopar Car Show. He loved rock n roll, attended numerous concerts and had quite a large music collection.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl; sons, Nicholas (Michelle), of Cedar Rapids, Nathan (Morgan), of Ames; grandchildren, Lincoln and Nora, of Cedar Rapids; brother, Michael (Jody), of Ames; sisters, Meri Coles (Ron), of Vonore, Tenn., and Dr. Patricia Pietz, of Bowling Green, Ky.
He was preceded in death by both parents, Donald and Lois.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for the family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Dr. Joe Rhoades Cancer Compassion Fund at Mary Greeley Medical Center or St. Paul Lutheran Church.
---
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at Olde Main Restaurant downtown Ames, IA. Perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
photobyEd
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc AHSAA Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join
Precisely John: A Journey of Autism, Love, Laughter, and Faith
Paperback, July 28, 2016 by Catherine Miller AHS Ames High School 1975 graduate alum and author. Catherine's brother John Miller graduated from AHS in 1973.
To purchase please CLICK HERE
Front cover of book here
Back Cover Synopsis:
A Norman Rockwell painting it wasn't. But we wanted it to be. No one called it autism, much less Asperger's back in the sixties when we were growing up. They called it weird, odd, different. We were a tight knit family in our little town, where my parents were teachers at the local school. At times it seemed a childhood filled with conflict about my older brother John. He was quiet and sweet. Yet, at times he would also make strange noises, shake his hands and fingers, while being completely consumed in his own thoughts. My confusion grew in trying to make sense of his differences, the over protectiveness of my parents, the teasing and bullying of him at school. Loved him, sometimes hated him, and really didn't want to be like him. Felt guilty about all of it. The years following school rolled on, until both family and personal crisis brought me back home. I quickly became aware that there was a significant distance between John and me. This is where our real journey began. Step by step, as I tried working my way back into his life, my perception of him began to change. Yet, I couldn't have imagined that he would one day become my hero and a teacher I could only hope to emulate.
About the Author:
Having John as my brother created in me a tendency to fight for the underdog. That fueled my decision to earn Bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Psychology, graduating with an accreditation in Social Work from Iowa State University in 1980. Ames High School Class of 1974
I've spent my career dedicated to DE-institutionalization and developing community-based services for people with mental health disabilities. I have the unique perspective of having lived the experience of growing up with a person with a disability, and of being a professional serving people with disabilities and their families.
Product Details:
Paperback: 188 pages.
Publisher: Phenix Books; 1st Edition (July 28, 2016). Language: English
ISBN-10: 0984894217
ISBN-13: 978-0984894215
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
The Ames High School Through the Years reception was Friday December 29, 2017 in Ames Iowa at the Ames History Center (Ames Historical Society), and it was FUN!! 71 AHS classmates braved inclement snowy cold weather to attend.
To view ALL AHS Alumni photos click here
#photobyEdHendricksonjr #2017dec #AmesHighSchool
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at The Bandshell Park in Ames, IA. Very nice perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
#photobyEd
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
Ames, Iowa
-------- Obituary --------
Jane Burkholder Walker
March 30, 1957 ~ December 18, 2020 (age 63)
Lawrence, Kansas
Jane Burkholder Walker, 63, cherished mother, sister, friend and retired school principal for Bostic Elementary, passed away Friday, December 18th, 2020. She was preceded in death by father, Harvey Ralph Burkholder, and beloved husband, Mike Walker. Survivors include her mother, Kathryn Burkholder; daughters, Lindsey Walker and Lauren Walker; and sisters, Anne (Patrick) Byrne and Nancy Burkholder.
Jane was born Jane Ellen Burkholder to Kathryn (Mott) and Harvey Burkholder on March 30th, 1957 in Ames, Iowa. She was the middle child of three beautiful girls, and was blessed with loving parents and a strong community. From a very young age, Jane always knew she wanted to be a teacher, and would often “play school” with the neighborhood children and her sisters.
Jane received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary in Education from Iowa State in 1979. She then moved to Kansas City for special training in educating underrepresented students. There she met the love of her life, Michael Dean Walker, who was pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Both were intelligent, creative thinkers with a great sense of humor. They went on many adventures together, enjoyed camping, and often took Mike’s motorcycle to explore new places. Jane and Mike married on August 7th, 1982. They lived together in Mike’s hometown of Independence, KS, before moving to Lawrence, KS. Both received Master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, and Jane completed her Masters of Science in Education.
Subsequently Jane and Mike moved to Wichita, where Mike began working for Boeing and Jane began her career for Wichita Public Schools. Jane and Mike welcomed their first child Lindsey in 1986, and second daughter Lauren in 1993. Jane was a wonderful mother who cherished her children. She used her creative skills to nurture a beautiful home filled with guitar songs, family dinners, bedtime stories, and handmade crafts, from Halloween costumes to Christmas ornaments. She gave her daughters a passion for reading and music, and the foundation to build bright futures.
In addition to raising her two children, Jane dedicated her life to educating thousands of students during her 31 year career with USD 259. Jane loved her job, and strove to give every child the tools for success. In 2000, Jane got her second Master’s degree, in Education Administration and Supervision, from Wichita State University. She went on to become first an assistant principal and then a principal, finishing her impressive career at Bostic Traditional Magnet.
After her retirement in 2017, Jane continued to seek out adventure and new experiences. She always loved going to Iowa every summer and winter, and playing games with her family. One of her favorite places to be was on the dock with her family at Lake Okoboji , listening to music, laughing, and telling stories. She also loved walking at Chisholm Creek Park, joined Adventurous Babes, and was an integral part of growing her new neighborhood in Bel Aire into a community.
Jane had a strong soul and a determination to live life to its fullest, despite tragedy. She lost her husband Mike far too soon in 2013. After his death Jane continued to speak with Mike’s spirit everyday, and felt his support and love to the end of her days. Jane beat both breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, before being diagnosed with early onset severe dementia in early 2020. Jane never lost her zest for life or her love for her family. Hers was a creative and loving spirit, and she brought that spirit to her work, her life, and her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Wichita Children’s Home. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.
www.cozine.com/obituary/JaneBurkholder-Walker
--------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at Olde Main Restaurant downtown Ames, IA. Perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
photobyEd
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
Ames, Iowa
We miss you so so much Jane. You were so kind, and funny and loved life so much. You were too young and we are sad you are gone.
-------- Obituary --------
Jane Burkholder Walker
March 30, 1957 ~ December 18, 2020 (age 63)
Lawrence, Kansas
Jane Burkholder Walker, 63, cherished mother, sister, friend and retired school principal for Bostic Elementary, passed away Friday, December 18th, 2020. She was preceded in death by father, Harvey Ralph Burkholder, and beloved husband, Mike Walker. Survivors include her mother, Kathryn Burkholder; daughters, Lindsey Walker and Lauren Walker; and sisters, Anne (Patrick) Byrne and Nancy Burkholder.
Jane was born Jane Ellen Burkholder to Kathryn (Mott) and Harvey Burkholder on March 30th, 1957 in Ames, Iowa. She was the middle child of three beautiful girls, and was blessed with loving parents and a strong community. From a very young age, Jane always knew she wanted to be a teacher, and would often “play school” with the neighborhood children and her sisters.
Jane received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary in Education from Iowa State in 1979. She then moved to Kansas City for special training in educating underrepresented students. There she met the love of her life, Michael Dean Walker, who was pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Both were intelligent, creative thinkers with a great sense of humor. They went on many adventures together, enjoyed camping, and often took Mike’s motorcycle to explore new places. Jane and Mike married on August 7th, 1982. They lived together in Mike’s hometown of Independence, KS, before moving to Lawrence, KS. Both received Master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, and Jane completed her Masters of Science in Education.
Subsequently Jane and Mike moved to Wichita, where Mike began working for Boeing and Jane began her career for Wichita Public Schools. Jane and Mike welcomed their first child Lindsey in 1986, and second daughter Lauren in 1993. Jane was a wonderful mother who cherished her children. She used her creative skills to nurture a beautiful home filled with guitar songs, family dinners, bedtime stories, and handmade crafts, from Halloween costumes to Christmas ornaments. She gave her daughters a passion for reading and music, and the foundation to build bright futures.
In addition to raising her two children, Jane dedicated her life to educating thousands of students during her 31 year career with USD 259. Jane loved her job, and strove to give every child the tools for success. In 2000, Jane got her second Master’s degree, in Education Administration and Supervision, from Wichita State University. She went on to become first an assistant principal and then a principal, finishing her impressive career at Bostic Traditional Magnet.
After her retirement in 2017, Jane continued to seek out adventure and new experiences. She always loved going to Iowa every summer and winter, and playing games with her family. One of her favorite places to be was on the dock with her family at Lake Okoboji , listening to music, laughing, and telling stories. She also loved walking at Chisholm Creek Park, joined Adventurous Babes, and was an integral part of growing her new neighborhood in Bel Aire into a community.
Jane had a strong soul and a determination to live life to its fullest, despite tragedy. She lost her husband Mike far too soon in 2013. After his death Jane continued to speak with Mike’s spirit everyday, and felt his support and love to the end of her days. Jane beat both breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, before being diagnosed with early onset severe dementia in early 2020. Jane never lost her zest for life or her love for her family. Hers was a creative and loving spirit, and she brought that spirit to her work, her life, and her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Wichita Children’s Home. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.
www.cozine.com/obituary/JaneBurkholder-Walker
--------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at The Bandshell Park in Ames, IA. Very nice perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
photobyEd
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
CLICK photo to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th graders at Central in 1971-1972 were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
CLICK photo to zoom
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th graders at Central in 1971-1972 were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
Click photo to ZOOM
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association
1971 1972 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
The 9th graders at Central in 1971-1972 were future 1975 Ames High School graduates and alumni.
photobyEd
Canon camera (not scanned used digital camera)
Ames, Iowa
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
22nd annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 30, 2016 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 100+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this one was no exception. It was a lot of fun. A small all school reunion.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2016dec
December 30, 2016
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
100+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
22nd annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 30, 2016 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 100+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this one was no exception. It was a lot of fun. A small all school reunion.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2016dec
December 30, 2016
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
100+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
22nd annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together Friday December 30, 2016 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 100+ classmates attended. It is always the social Ames High School Alumni event of the year and this one was no exception. It was a lot of fun. A small all school reunion.
#photobyEdHendricksonJr #AmesHighSchool #2016dec
December 30, 2016
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
100+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Jane and Ed reconnect after 41 years. Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at Olde Main Restaurant downtown Ames, IA. Perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
#AmesIowa
We miss you so so so much Jane. You were kind, considerate, funny, and happy and you loved life so much. You were too young and we are so sad you are gone. Thank you for being in our lives.
-------- Obituary --------
Jane Burkholder Walker
March 30, 1957 ~ December 18, 2020 (age 63)
Lawrence, Kansas
Jane Burkholder Walker, 63, cherished mother, sister, friend and retired school principal for Bostic Elementary, passed away Friday, December 18th, 2020. She was preceded in death by father, Harvey Ralph Burkholder, and beloved husband, Mike Walker. Survivors include her mother, Kathryn Burkholder; daughters, Lindsey Walker and Lauren Walker; and sisters, Anne (Patrick) Byrne and Nancy Burkholder.
Jane was born Jane Ellen Burkholder to Kathryn (Mott) and Harvey Burkholder on March 30th, 1957 in Ames, Iowa. She was the middle child of three beautiful girls, and was blessed with loving parents and a strong community. From a very young age, Jane always knew she wanted to be a teacher, and would often “play school” with the neighborhood children and her sisters.
Jane received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary in Education from Iowa State in 1979. She then moved to Kansas City for special training in educating underrepresented students. There she met the love of her life, Michael Dean Walker, who was pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Both were intelligent, creative thinkers with a great sense of humor. They went on many adventures together, enjoyed camping, and often took Mike’s motorcycle to explore new places. Jane and Mike married on August 7th, 1982. They lived together in Mike’s hometown of Independence, KS, before moving to Lawrence, KS. Both received Master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, and Jane completed her Masters of Science in Education.
Subsequently Jane and Mike moved to Wichita, where Mike began working for Boeing and Jane began her career for Wichita Public Schools. Jane and Mike welcomed their first child Lindsey in 1986, and second daughter Lauren in 1993. Jane was a wonderful mother who cherished her children. She used her creative skills to nurture a beautiful home filled with guitar songs, family dinners, bedtime stories, and handmade crafts, from Halloween costumes to Christmas ornaments. She gave her daughters a passion for reading and music, and the foundation to build bright futures.
In addition to raising her two children, Jane dedicated her life to educating thousands of students during her 31 year career with USD 259. Jane loved her job, and strove to give every child the tools for success. In 2000, Jane got her second Master’s degree, in Education Administration and Supervision, from Wichita State University. She went on to become first an assistant principal and then a principal, finishing her impressive career at Bostic Traditional Magnet.
After her retirement in 2017, Jane continued to seek out adventure and new experiences. She always loved going to Iowa every summer and winter, and playing games with her family. One of her favorite places to be was on the dock with her family at Lake Okoboji , listening to music, laughing, and telling stories. She also loved walking at Chisholm Creek Park, joined Adventurous Babes, and was an integral part of growing her new neighborhood in Bel Aire into a community.
Jane had a strong soul and a determination to live life to its fullest, despite tragedy. She lost her husband Mike far too soon in 2013. After his death Jane continued to speak with Mike’s spirit everyday, and felt his support and love to the end of her days. Jane beat both breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, before being diagnosed with early onset severe dementia in early 2020. Jane never lost her zest for life or her love for her family. Hers was a creative and loving spirit, and she brought that spirit to her work, her life, and her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Wichita Children’s Home. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.
www.cozine.com/obituary/JaneBurkholder-Walker
--------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
photobyEdH
December 26, 2015
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA
1975 Ames High School 40-year Class Reunion
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
Friday evening July 31, 2015, 40-year Ames High School 1975 class reunion gathering at Olde Main Restaurant downtown Ames, IA. Perfect weather for the first night of 1975 Ames High School 40th class reunion.
Canon camera
Friday July 31, 2015
Ames, Iowa
We miss you sweet Jane.
-------- Obituary --------
Jane Burkholder Walker
March 30, 1957 ~ December 18, 2020 (age 63)
Lawrence, Kansas
Jane Burkholder Walker, 63, cherished mother, sister, friend and retired school principal for Bostic Elementary, passed away Friday, December 18th, 2020. She was preceded in death by father, Harvey Ralph Burkholder, and beloved husband, Mike Walker. Survivors include her mother, Kathryn Burkholder; daughters, Lindsey Walker and Lauren Walker; and sisters, Anne (Patrick) Byrne and Nancy Burkholder.
Jane was born Jane Ellen Burkholder to Kathryn (Mott) and Harvey Burkholder on March 30th, 1957 in Ames, Iowa. She was the middle child of three beautiful girls, and was blessed with loving parents and a strong community. From a very young age, Jane always knew she wanted to be a teacher, and would often “play school” with the neighborhood children and her sisters.
Jane received her Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary in Education from Iowa State in 1979. She then moved to Kansas City for special training in educating underrepresented students. There she met the love of her life, Michael Dean Walker, who was pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Both were intelligent, creative thinkers with a great sense of humor. They went on many adventures together, enjoyed camping, and often took Mike’s motorcycle to explore new places. Jane and Mike married on August 7th, 1982. They lived together in Mike’s hometown of Independence, KS, before moving to Lawrence, KS. Both received Master’s degrees from the University of Kansas, and Jane completed her Masters of Science in Education.
Subsequently Jane and Mike moved to Wichita, where Mike began working for Boeing and Jane began her career for Wichita Public Schools. Jane and Mike welcomed their first child Lindsey in 1986, and second daughter Lauren in 1993. Jane was a wonderful mother who cherished her children. She used her creative skills to nurture a beautiful home filled with guitar songs, family dinners, bedtime stories, and handmade crafts, from Halloween costumes to Christmas ornaments. She gave her daughters a passion for reading and music, and the foundation to build bright futures.
In addition to raising her two children, Jane dedicated her life to educating thousands of students during her 31 year career with USD 259. Jane loved her job, and strove to give every child the tools for success. In 2000, Jane got her second Master’s degree, in Education Administration and Supervision, from Wichita State University. She went on to become first an assistant principal and then a principal, finishing her impressive career at Bostic Traditional Magnet.
After her retirement in 2017, Jane continued to seek out adventure and new experiences. She always loved going to Iowa every summer and winter, and playing games with her family. One of her favorite places to be was on the dock with her family at Lake Okoboji , listening to music, laughing, and telling stories. She also loved walking at Chisholm Creek Park, joined Adventurous Babes, and was an integral part of growing her new neighborhood in Bel Aire into a community.
Jane had a strong soul and a determination to live life to its fullest, despite tragedy. She lost her husband Mike far too soon in 2013. After his death Jane continued to speak with Mike’s spirit everyday, and felt his support and love to the end of her days. Jane beat both breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, before being diagnosed with early onset severe dementia in early 2020. Jane never lost her zest for life or her love for her family. Hers was a creative and loving spirit, and she brought that spirit to her work, her life, and her family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Wichita Children’s Home. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.
www.cozine.com/obituary/JaneBurkholder-Walker
--------
More AHS Ames High School Info
Official AHSAA website
All AHS reunions
All Flickr AHS reunions
1974 AHS 30th or 40th or Who attended 40th reunion
All AHSAA newsletters or authors
Become an AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Assoc member
AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
ameshigh.org - reunions - photos - newsletters - authors - calendar - news - deceased - email - letters - join AHSAA
21st annual Ames High School All Class Holiday Gathering get-together held Saturday December 26, 2015 at Olde Main Restaurant, Ames, Iowa. 200+ classmates attended the 2015 Holiday get-together, it was a lot of fun, like a small all school reunion. Went through 160 name tags by 9pm.
photobyEdH
December 26, 2015
Olde Main Restaurant
Ames, Iowa
200+ attendance
AHSAA Ames High School Alumni Association Ames, IA