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.

Kathy Keller (Kathy Eidem)

Last updated 1 month ago
Marital status: Married
Children: 1
Occupation: Hotel Management & Early Childhood Special Education Assistant
Comment: I have one child who is 15years old. We have a home at the South Entrance of Yosemite National Park in California and also in Dayton, MN. I will miss our reunion as we will be in California at the time. Wish it was in the Fall, then I would be there for sure.
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: Hawaii
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Medical Assistant in Pediatrics/Nursing...dis that for 4 years, Then went into Hotel Management & Catering Events, then Early Ch.ildhood Special Education
What will classmates remember most about you?: Perhaps Danceline.
What do you remember most about high school?: Danceline, Music, Great Friends.
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: Planning many Weddings and Special Events. Working with Special Needs Children.
Reunion Thoughts?: Wish it was in the Fall, we are always around during the school year.

Barbara Larson (Blewett)

Last updated 1 month ago
Now Now
Graduation year: 1974
Marital status: Divorced
Children: 4
Occupation: Teacher
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: England
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: My plan was to be a baker, which I did. But eventually I went back to school and got my teaching credential.
What do you remember most about high school?: I have many wonderful memories of growing up in Anoka.

We were blessed!

Thanks for helping to color those memories.
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: My children and grandchildren are pretty amazing.

I have also helped some kids navigate middle school.
Reunion Thoughts?: I am sorry I won’t be able to attend.

Sue Larson (Klein)

Last updated 1 month ago
Marital status: Married
Children: 2
Occupation: Clerk/supervisor
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: Mexico
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: I planned on nursing; but ended up doing a variety of different jobs.
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 12
What will classmates remember most about you?: I was in the band.
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: I had the most impact as a parent raising my children.

Cathy LaSalle (LaSalle)

Last updated 1 month ago
Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Divorced
Children: 2
Occupation: Tax Accountant
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: Hawaii
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: I thought I was going to be a lawyer - I ended up as an accountant!!!
Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: Laurie Joslyn, Jon Leervig
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 10
What will classmates remember most about you?: Geez, I hope that I was a pleasant little soul.
What do you remember most about high school?: Great friends, great times; always something to do...
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: I guess the 'do unto others'...treating everyone with respect
Reunion Thoughts?: None, yet

PAUL LEGRID

Last updated 1 month ago
Then Then
Now Now
Graduation year: 1974
Marital status: Married
Children: 3
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?: Didn't really have my sights on a career choice until after college when I was hired by a wholesale distributor of building materials, focusing on engineered wood products (EWP). We were instrumental in building the Minnesota and Western Wisconsin market to one of the best in the nation. EWP was in its infancy in the early 70's, so it was a lot of fun growing a company which was very successful in this endeavor.
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 5 miles (hope I can get there!)
What will classmates remember most about you?: I hope nothing too terrible!
What do you remember most about high school?: It was a lot of fun playing in the band at sporting events, the highlight being the 1973 state basketball championship. We had a lot of successful teams and some really gifted athletes. I had a great respect for the school staff, particularly Art Dussl, who ran a tight ship. Remember needing hall passes?

Dave Lilligren (Lilligren)

Last updated 1 month ago
Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Occupation: Senior Network Engineer
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: 10,000 miles
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Unknown career in HS.

Ended up working in IT.
Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: Larry Olson
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 90 miles
What will classmates remember most about you?: That I liked to party.
What do you remember most about high school?: Parties
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: Able to start and grow a healthy and fun company with great people.
Reunion Thoughts?: Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones.
What years did you serve?: 1974 to 1981
What areas did you serve?: U.S. Seventh Fleet (Western Pacific)

San Diego, CA

Jeanne M Nelson

Last updated 1 month ago

Tim Newton (Newton)

Last updated 1 month ago
Marital status: Married
Children: 3
Occupation: Financial Planner
Comment: Thanks for building this. I'm sure it took a lot of time, and was a true labor of love.
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: Singapore
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: I thought I would be an Ag teacher to third world farmers. Instead I do financial planning for folks all over the world.
Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: Brad Robinson
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 28 miles
What will classmates remember most about you?: Musicals, and prayer meetings before school
What do you remember most about high school?: Lots of things to do. I was never bored.
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: I've helped a lot of folks build a better future for themselves and those they love.

Lisa Olson (Sangrene)

Last updated 1 month ago
Then Then
Now Now
Graduation year: 1974
Marital status: Married
Children: 2
Occupation: Catering
Where is the farthest you have traveled?: Hobart, Tasmania
What job/career did you plan to have and what job/career did you have?: Owning a Restaurant, and I did own Lisa's Eatery in Anoka
Which classmate do you stay in contact with the most?: WInnie Stack, Deb Bodem, Micky Schannhar, Jill Rudrud, Debbie Ward, Deanna Nordin,
How far will you travel to the Reunion (miles)?: 1 Mile
What will classmates remember most about you?: Sports
What do you remember most about high school?: High School years are tough, but also so many great memories
What is the greatest impact you have had, as you colored your world?: My Children and Grandkids

Barb Opitz (Hippe)

Last updated 1 month ago
Graduation year: 1974
Marital status: Married
Children: 0
Occupation: Retired