Classmates
We are the class of '74!
"I think if I've learned anything about friendship, it's to hang in, stay connected, fight for them, and let them fight for you. Don't walk away, don't be distracted, don't be too busy or tired, don't take them for granted. Friends are part of the glue that holds life and faith together. Powerful stuff."
What have you been up to the last 50 years? Catch us up by submitting your profile.
Click the "Add Your Profile" link below. Please complete/update all the fields (especially how far you've traveled and how far you will travel to the reunion). Your responses may be used for a prize at the Reunion. There are only two questions that are public information:
1. What do you remember most about high school?
2. What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?
When you are done, take a few minutes to look at each of the tabs on the left.
Stephanie Dunn (Olson)
Last updated 1 month ago
Then
Now
| Graduation year: | 1974 |
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| Marital status: | Widowed |
| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Supervisor for local bus company |
| Where is the farthest you have traveled?: | Amsterdam |
| What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Navy career was what I hoped but I ended up working in transportation as a CDL tester for Mn. Driver licensing and then moved to Wa. and work my way through the local bus company as a driver, dispatcher and finally a supervisor. Retired 2016 | |
| Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: | Lori Farris class of 75 |
| How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: | 1800 miles |
| What will classmates remember most about you?: Not much except a large group of us would come to my house after sledding and play pool in the winter and would go over to the island behind my house for swimming. We also went to Jerry’s house for volleyball in the spring. | |
| What do you remember most about high school?: That I had to ride the bus twice a day to the end of the line in Brooklyn Center and if I stayed after school I had to walk a mile on a hwy and didn’t get home till 6:30 or so so I never stayed after. And everyday we passed a high school 5 blocks from my house. Also I had great sledding parties and Mississippi River parties in the summer. | |
| What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: Raising 2 beautiful well rounded ladies that have great husbands and fantastic children and great jobs with no help from their dads. | |
| Reunion Thoughts?: Mixed, not sure I will remember many people. Or that they will remember me. But looking forward to seeing if I do remember some. | |
| What years did you serve?: 1974-75 Navy | |
| What areas did you serve?: Navy- Pensacola, Florida and Pax River, Maryland | |
Sandra Egberg (Steinlicht)
Last updated 1 month ago
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Registered nurse-dialysis |
Terry Enge (Madden)
Last updated 1 month ago| Graduation year: | 1974 |
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| Marital status: | Widowed |
| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
| Where is the farthest you have traveled?: | Hawaii |
| What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Always saw myself as a secretary and I was and more. | |
| Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: | Many - Mostly Sue Noon, Barb Hippe, Sharon Horn, Deryn Etnier, Mike Chutich. |
| How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: | 3.2 miles |
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What will classmates remember most about you?:
I was a good person. (my long eyelashes) |
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| What do you remember most about high school?: So many fun times with friends. Meeting my husband (Gary Enge), and participating in activities. | |
| What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: Helping others! | |
| Reunion Thoughts?: Wishing more people were coming, but looking forward to seeing those that do come. Would love to tour the high school building. | |
Susan Freeburg (Anderson)
Last updated 1 month ago| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Occupation: | Real Estate |
Susan Freeburg (Susan Anderson)
Last updated 1 month ago| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 4 |
| Occupation: | Real estate |
| Where is the farthest you have traveled?: | Bahamas |
| What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Hair Salon | |
| Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: | Dana Berg |
| How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: | 2 miles |
Mike Givens (Givens )
Last updated 1 month ago
Now
| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation: | Wendy's Franchisee |
| What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: The greatest achievement I have had in this world has been marrying my High School sweetheart, Linda Nordquist (AHS class of '76) thirty eight years ago. Together we have two children: Michael (28) and Megan (26) who I work with daily in our Businesses. I have also been very privileged (through our Company) to have the ability to help others through a variety of different charities that include supporting many Adoption Agencies in the State of Minnesota which help find children forever families. We also help fund programs to assist in the fight against cancer and help to find a cure. I give back because I feel so blessed and I believe it is our responsibility to have an impact in life through helping others however we are able. | |
Rande Gustafson (Gustafson)
Last updated 1 month ago
Now
| Marital status: | Committed Relationship |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Occupation: | Semi-retired |
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Comment:
After 32 years in public education (mostly in administration) and a couple with a non-profit organization, I am currently semi-retired doing some consulting work. �My spouse, Barb Johnston (now Scottston) grew up in the historic Woodbury house on Ferry Street and also graduated from Anoka High School. �Barb was in banking for 20 plus years then taught for the U of M. �� We now own a very large farm in the beautiful bluffs of SE MN where we grow organic veggies, have some crop land, raise our own beef cattle, take care of additional beef cattle, and do timberstand management. �We have about 20 miles of ATV and horse trails through our bluffs, a trout stream, and horse facilities we love to share with family and friends (both old and new) -- Plus we have NO, yes No Mosquitoes. �Although Barb no longer jumps competitively, she still gives horse lessons in one of our arenas. I still hope to come to the reunion but it may depend on the farm schedule. �� |
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Jane Hammer Bartlett (Hammer)
Last updated 1 month ago| Graduation year: | 1974 |
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| Marital status: | Married |
| Children: | 0 |
| Occupation: | Retired |
Chris Hampton (Hampton)
Last updated 1 month ago| Marital status: | Married |
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| Children: | 3 |
| Occupation: | retired from bell systems |
| Comment: not savvy with pc. i have 3 children.wife of 23yrs.retired from bell system after 37and half years.oldest daughter just graduated college summa cum laude at the top 1/2 percent of nation..middle daughter just graduating from elk river high school with honors.the son just gets taller and stronger and louder.living in the elk river/burns area.still ride motorcycles and have all my hair.played bass and guitars and led worship services for 35 years.still a loner.thanks for asking. | |
| What will classmates remember most about you?: being a loner and still am. | |
| What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: 3 great kids, one just graduated summa cum laude, top 1/2 of nation. Led worship services for 35 years | |
| Reunion Thoughts?: Sorry I will not be there. | |
Lori Hanish (Ostby)
Last updated 1 month ago
Then
| Graduation year: | 1974 |
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| Marital status: | Married |
| Children: | 2 |
| Where is the farthest you have traveled?: | Europe |
| Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: | Beth Bradley Denny |
| How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: | 1217 miles |
| What do you remember most about high school?: Band, great basketball teams and dance line | |