JAY ANDERSON

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A message to Jay Anderson


You didn't think I took a picture of you in 2010?

Click on this link and scroll down a little more than half way to picture 10. 

2010 Paradise Reunion - Photo #10

Just wanted to remind you that I knew you were there and I can prove it.
☺

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PHOTOS ARE COMPLETED

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I have all the photos that I have - including Roger Pruter's, Terry Martin's and ours - on the blog. 
If anyone has more pictures, especially of alumni and friends that we three did not capture, please email them to me.
In time I may - or will try to - take out time to tag or identify Roger's and Terry's pictures.  Going to take a break for a while.
I wish to apologize to those that I did not get a picture of you, your friends or your classmates.  I wish there were a way that I could get a picture of everyone at each table before they moved to another place by the time I got to their table.  There should be a way that I could get it done. 
Perhaps if we put a net over each table until the pictures were all taken?  ☺  
I'm sure all of you know that you have to click on "Older Posts" at the bottom of each page in order that you see all the pictures. 
Thank You for your support! 
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LOVE & PRAYERS TO DUANE & DONNIE (MARTIN) MILLER

READ UPDATE BELOW

For the past month or two some of us have been asked to pray even more for Donnie (Martin) Miller - Class of 1960 - as her cancer testing and results have been very discouraging.
We watched Donnie at the 2012 Paradise Alumni Reunion and we rejoiced within ourselves that she was there, she seemed to be having a great time and we Thanked God every time we were near her.  She was a real inspiration to all of us.
Tonight I heard from Duane again and he gave his and Donnie's permission to put a Prayer Request for All of You to please pray for Donnie.

From Duane . . . .
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"Onnalee, It is difficult for Donnie talk about her condition. We lost our son David to cancer in Dec. 7, 2005. He was evacuated from the Persian Gulf and the USS Boxer in 2001 and started cancer treatment at the Navy hospital in San Diego, California. He was the same way and didn't want any discussion about it. It seemed like there was little time for healing over the years of battling cancer and the loss of David and we were dominated by the disease again.
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You have my permission to post this information on the Blog.
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Donnie's cancer was discovered on February 14, 2008. She had colon cancer and it metastasized to her liver. She went to Mayo Clinic for biopsy of the liver and treatment plans. Donnie decided that Dr Beck in Salina would be her oncology doctor. The prognosis at Mayo Clinic was not encouraging and offered little hope. The cancer has been aggressively controlled through heavy chemotherapy treatments the past four and a half years. Liver surgery was planned after a last 30 day break in chemotherapy through the month of July (last month).
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August 1st, Donnie's cancer count elevated from 17 to 56. Doctor Beck was surprised that it was higher than 20 to 25. Surgery was not a matter of discussion. He said the cancer has to be evasive at another place or other than the liver. He is arranging for an appointment at KU Medical Center for evaluation of Theraspheres Implant in the liver. If that procedure is ruled out then radiation at Salina will be an option. Dr Beck said the implant is a really painful procedure and told Donnie that she might not want to do it.
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She is now back on chemo. Pain is getting more intense in her legs and back. Dr Beck said that could be caused by diabetes and advised getting an appointment at the clinic here in Russell, to control the pain.
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Many thanks for prayer's.  Duane"

Our prayer for Donnie & Duane and their family.
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

We pray for Donnie undertaking chemotherapy - the use of medicines or drugs to treat her disease - that the Lord will work out His perfect will in her situation and bring about healing or sufficient grace to make it through each treatment. We know that God is The Great Physician. We ask for peace for Donnie & Duane and their family and ask the healing virtue of Our Lord God to flow through every vein, tissue, cell, ligament and that her pain may be lessened.

We believe that God's desire is manifest in Donnie's life.

Men may give up, doctors may give up, BUT God never gives up on anyone.

We pray for all the doctors and nurses taking care of Donnie. We pray for family members that You, Heavenly Father, will comfort them and grant them peace as they comfort their loved one - their wife, their mother, their grandmother and our precious friend - Donnie.

We ask all this in Jesus Mighty Name.  Amen

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Please continue to pray for Donnie.
She has more chemo next Tues - Aug. 14th. 

Her last chemo, over a week ago, was very hard for her for two or three days.  But you know Donnie - she started feeling better and went back to her bingo game playing at the VFW.
Then the next day, Tue (July 7th) and and Duane had lunch with Lynda Koelling.
After lunch she drove to Milberger to see the twins, Eli and Reagan and their older sister, Riley Marie.

Donnie & Duane's daughter, Micah Maried Becker, gave birth to twins July 2, 2012.
Reagan Grace Becker weighed 6 pounds 7 ounces, 19 inches long .
Elijah Martin Becker weighed 5 pounds 9 ounces, 19 inches long. 
Reagan was delivered first. Elijah will be called Eli.

They were expecting them July 11. They have a sister 2 ½ year old Riley Marie Becker and their dad is Ryan Martin Becker.

What a  happy time for the whole family and how wonderful for Donnie to be able to drive to their home and be with them from time to time.  The twins and their sister are certainly a miraculous change and body builder from the chemo that Donnie has to endure.

Thank You for your Prayers and please continue to pray for Donnie and for Duane too. 
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UPDATE FROM DUANE MILLER - DONNIE (MARTIN) MILLER

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After putting the information about Donnie and the prayer on the blog last night I sent a message to Duane letting him know that I would change or correct anything he wanted me to.

From Duane last night  . . . . .

"Onnalee
Just to clarify. My position would be the same as Connie Jahnke in her piece on the blog.
So I would say anything you ever want to do covering Donnie is ok with me.

The way you decide to put it together is fine. Including the part about David . David died on December 7, 2005. He was evacuated from the Persian Gulf and the USS Boxer in 2001 and started cancer treatment at the Navy hospital in San Diego, Ca.

Let me know if you need anything.

I appreciate you and the work you do on the Blog. Including the benefits or blessings from you prayers.

As I was about to send this. I heard an inbound message coming and it was from you. Connie, Karen and Donnie have been friends, est. 56 years. They will confirm my comment. Donnie was born to be a clown, an entertainer type and enjoying people. She has a convincing act and tries to cover up her real condition. She was trying to convince Dr Beck it is just a little arthritis causing the back and leg pain. She was about in tears or was because I was wanting her to approve of what I was telling you tonight. She didn't want any part of talking about her condition. I would say the drugs was also helping her at the reunion. It makes a lot of difference when the drugs are in full effect.

She should have been in a circus, because she loved to dress up in clown clothes like a tramp and go to events at the church or hospital !!!

God Bless You.
Duane"

This morning I received another email from Duane . . . . .

"Onnalee

I think your work on the blog looks terrific. The prayer is straight from your heart. When you say Lord hear our prayer, I am sure the trumpets are loud above letting the Lord know an important message is coming in, or delivered. Just like I heard your message come in last night on the internet !!. You are a beautiful person and a delight for everybody. The numbers confirms how important the Paradise Blog is for people.

Donnie is resting this morning. We don't know if the suffering is from the cancer or the result of chemo on Wednesday. She did smile when I said, I told them you are a clown. She is hoping our granddaughter Riley turns out to be a clown. Donnie says Riley has the potential!!!.

Also Karen and Connie - Love you this big: as big as all outdoors. Lynda Koelling belongs in this group as well.

Thanks to all of you.
Duane"
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PLEASE PRAY FOR HALEY JO PETERKA

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Please read update below.

Haley Jo
Daughter of Michele (Angel) Peterka
Class of 1986

Granddaughter of
Janette (Angel) Ross '64 & Richard Ross
Great Granddaughter of
Garnett (White) Angel '45

Haley Jo and Michele Peterka  ↓

Haley Jo had a wreck on her motorcycle, Mon. - July 30, 2012. 

She was in surgery most of the day on Tuesday.
She had a lot of road rash on her left side; compound fracture in her left arm – bone through the skin so the surgery got it together with a plate – no cast!! They thought her ankle was broken – but just a bad sprain so they put a boot on it!!  

She had surgery on the pelvic area on Thursday and the only report that I have received is that the Dr said it went good.

Haley is in a lot of pain.  She was wearing her helmet and her face looks great!  However the helmet did fly off at impact and the strap was still snapped.  Haley always thought that her helmet was tight enough.  There was no damage to her face or right side.

She is a Senior this year.  What a way to start her Senior Year but I'm sure she will rise above all occasions.

Please pray for Haley Jo and her family.  
Her address is . . . .

Haley Jo Peterka
Research Medical Center
Room 6243
2316 East Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64132

Janette, Haley Jo, Michele, Garnett

Haley Peterka update:
Michele says . . . .
"GOOD NEWS!!!! Haley Jo gets to go home tomorrow!!!!!
Lots of therapy a head of her, but she's going to be home!!!
I know this isn't over by a long shot, but I want to thank everyone for all the Cards, flowers, goodie bags, stuff animals, signed Softball and other gifts, and for the visits, plus all the thoughts, prayers, and encouragement sent to Haley Jo.
Each and everyone of you have played such a Huge part in her recovery!
We Love and Appreciate you all so very Much! Thank You Thank You Thank You!!!"



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FOLLOWERS OF THE BLOG

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I deleted 20+ followers from the blog.  There are still some names that I do not know or recognize, but they are common enough names that I left them on.
If you were a follower of the blog and I blocked your name, please let me know.
The only followers that I know are friends of the blog are . . . .

Karen Jakub

Marissa Hoisington (I know the Hoisington name, that is)

Stasha Case

Terry Martin

Brandonbodt
All Things Bradbury

Devin Tate

Gwen

Concerned Citizen

If you are one of the other followers - or if you know one of the other followers - please let me know.  Otherwise, the other names may be deleted/blocked in a few weeks.

JAY ANDERSON - CLASS OF 1953

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Jay & Ann Anderson

We always enjoy talking to Jay Anderson at the reunion.  He seems to really enjoy being there and usually has a neat story of the past.

I received an email from Jay yesterday saying . . . . . .

He was talking about the photo that we took before leaving Paradise on Sunday - of Paradise from a distance. 

"What a great picture from that distance. A good clear picture like that could sell the town and area to those wanting to get out of California, and not realizing that there are beautiful areas like that. I suggested to Dan H. that he get some like that and a web page and seek to sell Paradise.   Jay Anderson"

I would love to have a good picture of this great view - on the hill just before the Miller home.
If any one has a good camera with extra time, please send me a picture. 

2012 PARADISE ALUMNI REUNION PHOTOS - LOBBY

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PARADISE - LITTLE TOWN ON THE PRAIRIE

Terry Hoopes '63, Millard Harrell, '59

I walked in the door and this nice looking man in a suit and tie grabbed me and said . . . "Oh Onnalee! I just love you."
I looked at Millard and grinned and then looked at the gentleman's tag.

"Terry Hoopes" 

I thought to myself  - "Ah!  This is Larry Hoopes brother. Is he a hoot too?" 
I appreciate his kind words very much.  He says that every morning he gets a cup of coffee and reads the blog.  Thank You, Terry!

 
 I would like to Thank Deb and her committee that made the name tags.  If the people were facing me when I took their picture I could read the names and years as I was trying to identify each photo. 

Deb (Bealby) Maupin '73, Karen (Lahar) Carney '73, Roger Pruter '78   

  Photo by Roger Pruter ↑      

A special Thank You to Karen (Hudnall) Jakub, Connie (Hudnall) Jahnke, Brad Thompson, Janette (Angel) Ross, Steve Bealby, Dan Hoisington, Terry Hoopes, Dorene (Reich) Chrisler, Angela (Krob) McNeal), Roger Pruter & Pat (Hoopes) Preston for the emails back and forth to identify some of the people that I could not see their name tags to be able to read them. 

 Linda (Hoopes) Beisner '60, Terry Hoopes, '63

Pictures will be added BELOW each other in the order that they were taken. 

This will always be the top post - pictures. 

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2012 PARADISE ALUMNI REUNION PHOTOS - BLUE ROOM 1

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Donna (Mrs. Dennis '60) Albrecht.,

Larry Rhoda '63, Sevona (Mrs. Larry) Rhoda

                                                                                       Class of 1963 ↑

Rodney Heitschmidt, Larry Rhoda, Vicky (Wentling) McLaughlin,

Janice (McNeal - Strecker) Hedges, Donna (Mrs. Dennis) Albrecht,

Don Landis, Warren Eulert, Kenneth Steilow, Terry Hoopes

                                                                            

←Class of 1961
Marvin Rounkles,Virginia (Landis) Maddox,
Duane Thacker                                         
    

↑ Kenneth '63 & Pat Stielow

       

       

Raymond Miller '49

         Warren Eulert, 63

Ray and Warren were very busy talking.
Too busy to stop for a picture. 
Warren tried to take out time and look at the camera

but Ray just had too much to say to stop. 
I loved it!



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2012 PARADISE REUNION ALUMNI PHOTOS - BLUE ROOM 2

←
Duane Thacker '61
Marvin Rounkles '61,
Donna (Mrs. Dennis) Albrecht,
Connie (Hudnall) Jahnke '62

                                                               

↑ Class of 1962     

Carolyn (Wilson) Funk, Sue (Thompson) Heitschmidt,
Linda Eulert, Connie (Webster) Anderson

↓ John Anderson
(Connie-Webster-Anderson)

                                                                                                    1962 -Merilyn White , Linda Elliott  ↑

← Sandi (Mrs. Jack '62) Hoopes
Sheila (Mrs. Terry '63) Hoopes

         Shirley (Mrs. Myron '62) Brown →

                                      1962 - Jack Hoopes, Myron Brown ↓

Class of 1962

Jack Hoopes, Linda Elliott, Connie (Hudnall) Jahnke,
Connie (Webster) Anderson, Lynda (Eulert) Koelling,

Marilynn (Miller) Dinkel, Carolyn (Wilson) Funk

Merilyn White, Sue (Thompson) Heitschmidt, Myron Brown
(Photo sent from Myron Brown)

Gary Albrecht '50 ↓

Francis Mahoney - Teacher/Principal →

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2012 PARADISE ALUMNI REUNION - BEFORE DINNER 1

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Amanda (Mrs. Tim) Krob
Tim Krob '76
Angela (Krob) McNeal '60 ↓               

Anglela (Krob) McNeal '60 
Loretta (Cronn) Baum '49→

Angela (Krob) McNeal '60

Donnie (Martin) Miller '60 ↓

Carla (Phillips) Batt '68 →

Kay (Mrs. Fred) Miller
Fred Miller '64  ↓

Pat (Mrs. Don '55) Haberer →
Marilyn (Miller) Dinkel '62
Rose (Mrs. ?) Miller

Sam Maupin '49  ↓
                          

 

Denzel McNeal '57 →
Myron Miller '57

The Hudnall Family 

Keith Jakub, Connie (Hudnall) Jahnke '62
Karen (Hudnall) Jakub '60, Velda (Mrs. Harold) Hudnall

Harold Hudnall '52  

2012 PARADISE ALUMNI REUNION - BEFORE DINNER 2

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Carla (Phillips) Batt '68

Thelma (Pfortmiller) Hutchinson        

Roger Thompson '54
Joyce (Howe) Thompson '51
Shirley (Mrs. Myron) Brown

Will Stout, Vickie (Scott) Elliott '68, Kendall Elliott '69
Joan and Neil Smith '69

Steve Bealby '65
Ken Elliott '69

                                                      ↑Richard (Janette Angel) Ross,
                                                                                                 Steve Bealby '65, Ken Elliott '69

←Matt Hoisington '89, →
←Warren Koelling '62→ 

Vernon White '54
Diane (Hoisington) Hanzlicel '57 

                                                                                                     ↑Glen Hoopes '56

                                                                                Joyce (Rounkles) Mello '57

← Dan Hoisington '67 →
Claude Blakesley (friend) →

 

←Larry Hoopes '54
Claude Blakesley (friend)

Larry Hoopes '54    →
Don Haberer '55