Upcoming Event for 11-21-09

Classmates,

On Saturday, 11-21-09 @3pm hst, U of H play's it's last away game. We are planning a shindig to match the festivities that are slowly creeping up on us. This time an RSVP is need by Monday, 11-16-09, the more turnout the better. A hibachi/pulehu type gathering has been chosen, so call in to attend, more that likely open menu, we want to use the room adjacent to the back kitchen, that's why a headcount is needed. If you need any info or response call Tony at mrt96734@hotmail.com or Austin at hipowerdog@aolcom or Karlton at bigkborges@gmail.com Mahalo

Class of '79 Monthly Meeting

Aloha a hui ho,

All those interested....our class' monthly meeting is going to be on Wednesday, 7pm, 11-04-09 at the Crusader Lounge. I encourage you all to come. At this point in time we are all looking for new ideas and lots of participation. Please show your faith in those who are trying to make a big turn around and get us back to one class. All for one and one for all!!!!

mahalo..............Karlton

Class of '79 Crusader Lounge 10-31-09

Fellow Classmates,

Re: Sat. 10-31-09 U of H game watch at the Crusader Lounge.

Good job and good fun to all that participated. Many mahalo's to all in
attendance. Thanks to Libby and Austin Keanu for their dessert and chicken platters, Albert Nakanishi and Mel Pilien for their assortment of chicken platters, Scott Melendy and Anthony Souza for their monetary contribution to the kitty, William Tito for his shortrib platter and Karlton Borges for his assortment of poke's. Only one costume was decided on, because only one showed up. Albert Nakanishi had his face painted. 1/2 displayed a normal Albert and other 1/2 showed him skeletonized. Again thank you to all who attended. I appreciate all of you and your patience and understanding. Aloha!!!! Karlton

Aloha, Mr. Foster

Dear Saint Louis Family,

I am sorry to report that our former teacher and Dean of Discipline, Lt. Col Thomas Foster, "Mr. Foster" to most of us, passed away on October 19 in Hawaii while surrounded by his family.

Many students remember him patrolling the halls of Kalaepohaku in the seventies; for some he was their "adversary" and others who were fortunate to have him as a teacher remember the stories he would tell of his tours of duty. He was a steadfast supporter of the development of many young boys who arrived at St. Louis into the fine young men that left the campus upon graduation.

For those who can attend, a committal service will be held at The National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl, November 3rd at 11:30 a.m. Please pass this information on to any of the St. Louis family that he has touched and keep his wife, Ruth; two sons, Thomas, Jr. and Michael; and two daughters, Christine and Denise in your prayers. Thank you for allowing me to share this information with you.

Aloha,
John Ornelles SLHS '80
Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary

Final Reunion Recap

All those who participated,

For all of us who participated with most of the events thanks, I had a whole lot of fun, especially reconnecting with everyone, fabulous. Big time Mahalos to Tracy for his undaunted efforts put forward to make all a success. However, there was a $400 shortfall for our banquet night. The shortfall comes from purchasing grabbag/raffle prizes and short on the numbers in attendance. Please guys, don't hesitate, give a donation or contribution to recover some of his shortfall, out of all fairness please kokua. Your comments are appreciated call Karlton @ #286-8727 or email Tony at mrt96734@hotmail.com
mahalo nui..........Karlton

****Comments, please feel free to comment, positive or negative, better or worse, it helps build strength and tightens the bonds of friendship that keeps me going.

November 2009 events

Hey gang,

Monthly meetings for the Class of 1979 are held on the first Wednesday of the month. For November, it will be the 4th at 6:30 p.m., with the meeting to start at 7 p.m. I ask that all interested please show up. We all meet with one common bond, to see our class get together as one, We need fresh members, fresh ideas and above all, the desire to keep our class strong.

Currently we have had three officers for the longest time: they are President Mark Villanueva, Secretary Greg Perry and Treasurer Michael Meyer. So far we have just one committee and that's the Sports Committee, chaired by Austin Keanu and Co'd by Anthony Souza.

Meetings last for about an hour. again, please attend and voice your opinion. Thank You!

Karlton

Golf for October 25,2009

Hey all you duffers, slicers and hard swingers,

Golfing for any interested classmates, Olomana Golf Course, 10/25/09, Sunday. RSVP was scheduled for 10/22/09, Thurs. If you're still interested call David Agor @ #277-0396 or via ddjcagor@yahoo.com

Upcoming Events....for October 2009

Class of 1979,

For all those interested in the next U of H Warrior game, it's 10/31/09, Saturday @ the Crusader Lounge. Game time is 10:00am, bring your own pupus and we'll purchase beverages from the lounge. Costumes are optional, possible prize for the best costume. RSVP by 10/28/09, Wed. Let Tony Souza know via email mrt96734@hotmail.com or call Karlton Borges @#286-8727 and leave a message.

UH Away Game Get-Togethers

Crusader '79ers,

We didn't receive conformation from classmates except (Mel P.) for this weeks game in Idaho (11:00 a.m.) so we didn't reserve space at the St.Louis Clubhouse for any get-together. Even though it's kinda early for drinking, classmates are still welcomed to go to the clubhouse.

Oct 31,2009 is the UH next away game scheduled. Please contact Karlton B.if interested in getting together for that game.

Mahalo!
Sports Committee '79 /AS.

Class of '79 Golf Day Sunday Oct. 25th

To all hackers of the Class of '79,

October 25th at Olomana Golf Links, Tee time at 1030. Check in at 0945. Let me know if you would like to golf by giving me a call at 277-0396 or email me at ddjcagor@yahoo.com or you can send me a msg on Facebook. Hope to see you all there.

Go Crusaders!
David Agor.

Golf Outing This Sunday!

Sorry for the short notice, but this Sunday, Sept. 27, there will be a golf outing at the Waikele Golf Course for any classmates interested in attending. If you want to go, you need to call David Agor @ 277-0396 by Saturday (Sept. 26) to reserve a spot, and to be at the course by 11 am.

Vegas Reunion Update from Tracy

Aloha Fellow Classmates,

Vegas, Babe!!! A total of about 17 classmates, spouses, and SO were in attendance for our 30th Reunion in Las Vegas. All I can say is WOW, what a reunion weekend! I would like to thank our classmates Matt & Kate Jordan, Conrad & Terri Manayan, and Anthony Kijowski, who live on the mainland and joined the rest of us who came from Hawaii. From the time we all arrived in Vegas and attended the get together party at the Triple 7 restaurant, to the UH vs. UNLV football game, the craps table, the golf outing, and finally the Sunday dinner at the Bellagio, there was non-stop fun. It was great seeing everyone there and we all had a memorable time spent with each other.

Pictures from the Vegas reunion will be online soon and you will see how much fun it was! For those classmates who couldn't attend this year's Vegas Reunion, you should plan to attend future class events. See you soon!


Much Mahalos,
Tracy

Badges? Two Classmates With Badges!

Kawika Davis and Glenn Wong, officers in different jurisdictions in Washington State.

(Thanks to Tony S. for getting the pic to us. If you've got photos to share, e-mail them to the address above.)

RECAP: Hawaiʻi Reunion Get-Together from Karlton

Hey Gang,

Our get together at the Crusader Lounge on Sept. 19, 2009 to watch the UH vs UNLV football game was lots of fun. Even though UH lost, it did not dampen our spirits. A total of nine showed. There was good seating, good pupus and cold drinks all around. Thanks to Tony SOUZA for taking time off from his daily routine to reserve the tables and a big MAHALO to all that attended. Many thanks to all for your monetary contributions, the pupu’s and your presence. Attending were:

Karlton BORGES

Cody CORREA

Austin KEANU

Scott MELENDY

Mark SMITH

Steven SOONG

Anthony “Tony” SOUZA

James and Lolly YEE

Stay in touch, and keep an eye on the blog -- there may be more activities to come. Have any suggestions call me, Karlton @293-9339 or use my email bigkborges@gmail.com or Tony’s email mrt96734@hotmail.com.

Thank you all,

Karlton

Class Meeting: Agenda for Oct. 7

Call to Order

Roll Call (who ever is present):

Reading the minutes of the 9-9-09 meeting.

Treasurer’s report.

Committee reports.

Old Business:

Recap of the Las Vegas trip: Tracy Mizota.

Update on the Class Roster: Karlton Borges.

Any other old business.

New Business:

Class of 1979 Board of Directors, Class representative(s), Committee Chairmen, etc. A list should be posted on the blog.

Any guidelines to follow.

Ways to boost participation and communications with our classmates.

Starting a Class Treasury or cash on hand operating budget.

Ways to help improve our membership with the SLAA.

Any other new business.

Next Meeting: Wednesday, 7:00pm, November 4, 2009. If you’re unable to attend please let someone on the Board know.

Meeting Adjourned.

Reunion Weekend: Who's Going?

It's the weekend of our Las Vegas reunion -- and our little Honolulu get-together. Who's going? Hit us up with a comment!

UPDATE: Las Vegas 30th Reunion Events

Aloha Fellow Classmates,

We just had our final meeting for our Las Vegas reunion and for those of you who have last minute passes to attend, then it would be great if you could contact me and let me know when you will be arriving and where you will be staying at. Most of the classmates will be staying at the Golden Nugget Hotel.

• On Friday (9/18/09) we will be golfing around mid morning. Then later that evening we will have our first get together at the Triple 7 Restaurant & Microbrewery at the Main Street Hotel at 7 pm.
  
• On Saturday (9/19/09) several classmates will be attending the UH vs. UNLV pre-game party, then later the football game.
• On Sunday (9/20/09) we will be golfing in the mid-morning and then later that night will be our Reunion Dinner at 7 pm (a location will be determined by consensus via everyone attending Friday's get together).

My cell is (808) 227-6900 so you can call me if you want to golf or have any other questions before or during our reunion. See you later this week in Vegas Baby!!

Mahalo,
Tracy

Join SLAA Now To Support One of Our Own!

All Men of the mighty Class of 1979 have celebrated for years that RUSSELL VALENTE has been a very, very influential member of the St. Louis School Community, as the Admissions Director and later, Principal of our great Ala Mater. Well, now, another one of our own has done well, and brings recognition to our mighty Class. GREG FREY, a long-time member of the SLAA Board of Directors, was elected PRESIDENT of the SLAA at the SLAA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING on September 2, 2009. Classmates CODY CORREA & SCOTT MELENDY were both in attendance to help Greg celebrate.

This is a HUGE feather in the cap of both GREG & more importantly, the Class of 1979. We can't let this opportunity slip by, however. ALL 1979ers simply must join SLAA, now! What better way to support one of our own then to join SLAA in Masse. Otherwise, we will have one of our Classmates "at the top" without the rest of us there to "back him up". So, call Bob Takei at SLAA to arrange a Membership application. Hey, it's only $12.00 per year.

Class Members Enjoy SLAA Luau At Clubhouse & Crusader Lounge

Our Class Sports Committee, led by Tony Souza and his hardworking crew, stepped up to the plate AGAIN to purchase 4 tickets to the recent SLAA Annual Luau, and Class member, GREG FREY, purchased 3 more!. Consequently, the mighty Class of 1979 had a strong presence @ the event.

"First come, First served" allowed a few of our hardworking Classmates to enjoy the Sports Committee's generosity. Classmates Albert Nakanishi & Mel Pilien joined Greg Frey and his wife, Mia, and their eldest daughter, Samantha (SHA 2006), @ the table. Joining this fun group was SLAA President, David Ordenstein '77 and his wife, Vivian. The food was very Ono and the entertainment very good, especially when both Albert & Greg were called up on stage by the comedian (a Kamehameha Schools Grad, no less!) and both made A to the delight of the crowd.

It was good fun, and hopefully in the future, more Classmates can & will join the fun in masse @ SLAA functions.

(Submitted by Greg Frey. Mahalo, Greg!)

Hawaii Reunion Get-Together

Aloha classmates! While some of us are gathering in Las Vegas to celebrate our 30th Reunion, there's another event scheduled here for those of us who couldn't go to the "ninth island." Karlton Borges is putting together a pot luck get-together on Saturday, September 19, at 4 pm at the SLAA Clubhouse. Everyone is invited!

To RSVP or for more information, call Karlton at 293-9339 or e-mail Tony Souza at mrt96734(@)hotmail.com (remove the parenthesis -- we do that to deter spammers).