The East High Class of 1973 East High School, Memphis, Tennessee

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Pam Belcher [last updated October, 2006] Hello to all of my classmates. It was great seeing all of you who came to our last reunion. Please let us know where you are if you have moved recently. I am still in the Memphis area and am currently Sales Director for American Esoteric Laboratories. My husband, David, and I have six sons- his, mine, and ours. We have six boys-one married, four in college, and an 11 year old. I am very proud of all of them and will be glad when they are off our payroll. I have a great family and a very busy life. I still keep up with several of my good friends, Kathy Alexander, Ann Philyaw, Cindy Walker, Suzie Gatchell, and Kay Kassinger. Some of us, including Ann, Suzie,Rocky,Travis,AB,Lai Lai, and Bill Hilliard were together at Bob Leggett's memorial. We need to all keep in touch. Time is getting away from us. I hope to see many of you at the next reunion in 2008. Love to all of you and yours! Jan Bond [last updated November, 2003] After leaving East, I went to the University of Tn in Knoxville and roomed with Lucia Whittemore for 3 years. I married in 78 and divorced in 91 (or 92?). I have 3 children who are the lights of my life..Katherine 22, Kip 20, and Preston who just turned 18. I am a real estate agent with Crye-Leike and love it! I sell all over Memphis as Jan Gordon and have also made a subspecialty of selling condo's, particularly in East Memphis, where I have lived all my life. I occasionally run into some friends but not as often as I would like. I see Donna Bellott occasionally and Donna looks great and is as sweet as ever. I see Meg Howard about twice a year when she visits from L.A. and we always have a great time. Now that I've found this website, will try to update occasionally. Ted Brandon [last updated November, 2003] Melissa Brazell [last updated June, 2008] 2008 so far has been the year of wonderful change...major changes for me and mine :-) I will have a more complete update as soon as the dust settles! pax, melissa Jackie Brown [last updated February, 2002] I was bussed to East after attending Lester Elementary, Junior high and high school for 11 years. I am married to Gregory Jackson from Detroit, MI where I have lived for the past 22 years. Gregory is an auto dealer and was listed in Black Enterprise as the number 1 Black auto dealer in the nation for 2000. Our company name is Prestige Automotive Group. I was a commercial banker for 11 years after graduating from LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis, 1977 and Atlanta University, 1981. I manage a couple of family owned businesses from home now. We have two children. Anika our 17 year old daughter is a senior in high school and a ballerina, and Gregory II is our 12 year old 7th grader who is quite an athlete. Both children attend private schools. The Detroit public school system needs some adjustments. It is true that we live in a small world, because after many years of not having contact with anyone from the class of '73, I ran into Rebecca Chandler, same class, same homeroom in Aruba of all places. We were chatting with each other and did not even know who was who until we started talking about home towns. If you recognize my name, feel free to contact me as follows: . I will write back. Athena Chagaris [last updated June, 1999] I went to East all 12 years. I then went to Memphis State and graduated with a B.A. in Intl Relations. I was married in 1986 to a Savannnah,GA boy. We have 3 children, 2 boys and a girl. Angelo(7) Stefanie (5) and Andrew (3). We have lived in Richmond, VA for 8 years. Nice town. I am asst mgr for Gymboree Inc. a childrens clothing store. Hope everyone is o.k. in Memphis. Larry Chambers [last updated October, 2005] Single, Cordova Toby, 27, married, expecting 1st child, son Crystal, 21, senior, Boston College, business and law Larry, 20, junior, Ole Miss, business. (The Rev.) Charles T. Chapman, Jr [last updated September, 2001] After graduating from East I attended Union University in Jackson, TN, earning a BA in Religion/Philosophy in 1976. Following that I received a Master of Divinity degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY, in 1979. In 1980 I became an Episcoplaian at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Memphis, and in 1981 became school chaplain and assistant to the Rector there, a post I held until 1990. During that time I took a year off to attend the Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest in 1985-86, and was ordained priest in the Episcopal Church in 1987. In 1991 I moved to Winfield, KS (near Wichita) and served a year as rector of Grace Episcopal Church. Then I moved to Amarillo, TX and served a year as chaplain of St. Andrew's Episcopal School. From 1992-1997 I was rector of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Plainview, TX, and since then have been Curate (assisting priest) at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in El Dorado, AR (web site: http://www2.arkansas.net/~stmary). I assist Fr. Bob Allen, Rector, and supervise the parish's programs for children and youth. My "extra-curricular" interests these days include Boy Scouting (I'm district commissioner here, and a recent new member of the Order of the Arrow), reading and writing, internet (I'm St. Mary's "webmaster"), tutoring, and hiking. My book "The Message of the Book of Revelation" was published by Liturgical Press in 1993, and is in its 5th printing as of 2001. It would be fun to hear from folk who remember me back at East. Peace be with you. Don Cole [last updated June, 2002] I attended East from the 5th grade until graduation, and then worked my way North (College by College). In 1980 I graduated from chiropractic college in Iowa and moved back to Memphis with my wife, Jill. My first practice was on Summer Ave. but I have now moved out to the 'burbs and practice in Cordova. I have one son, Turner, who is all of the athlete that I wasn't during school days. Along with my practice, I stay busy in Tennessee politics. I have also developed an IPA (a doctors association) that is the largest of it's type in the state. I still think that East is the best looking public building in Memphis and take a walk down memory lane every time I go down Union. I would love to hear from other alums, so send me an e-mail.           DOCDON Randy Cummings [last updated March, 1998] I live in Ripley, TN. After graduating in '73 my family moved to Jackson, TN to open another resturant. I enrolled in Union University. In 1978 I was engaged to Judy Smith (White- station, '73). We moved to Dyersburg for a year and then to New Orleans to attend graduate school. Judy graduated with her MRE in 81. I graduated with MDiv in 82 and finished a doctorate in 92. We lived in Kenner Louisiana from '81 to '88. We moved to Whiteville, TN in 88. To Ripley in '91. We have three terrific sons: Jonathan ('81), Timothy ('84), and Joel ('86). I hope some of the old band members and ROTC officers will contact me and let me know how they're doing. 135 Tucker Ripley, TN 38063 Home: (901) 635-3775 Office: (901) 635-0551 Brian Davis [last updated August, 2005] After graduating from East I embarked on a ten year career at Memphis State graduating in August, 1983. While at MSU I worked at various places such as the IRS and Trailways Bus Lines. In October 1983 I went to work for FedEx and held positions in Customer Service, Customer Automation & Invoicing and Systems Development. I married my wife Denise in 1986. Our first daughter Marci was born in 1989 and our second daughter Kelsey came along in 1991. I left FedEx in 2002 and am now the Managing Director of Customer Service for Green Mountain Consulting in Cordova. Currently we reside in Olive Branch, MS and attend Christ Presbyterian Church in Olive Branch. Life has been very interesting but when all is said and done I believe I am truly blessed. Parker Dinwiddie [last updated August, 2005] Parker earned membership in the 12 year club having attended East all 12 years, 1961-1973. I retired as a Commander from the U.S. Navy and currently live in the Memphis area, having returned in 2003 after 25 years away. I am married and have one daughter."It is nice to be back home and see old friends." While at East High, I was active in the Music Department and performed in several Musical Plays and Talent Shows. (Parker's sister, Linda Dinwiddie (1967) attended East all twelve years, plus Kindergarten.) Dwight Leonard Durrett - Deceased. An obituary is available. Click here to read the obituary. Clark Fischer [last updated November, 2003] I curently practice law with my wife, Rebekah Randolph, in the Winston-Salem firm of Randolph and Fischer. I do all trial work and appeals, with an emphasis on criminal matters. Rebekah and I are one of the few married couples to have tried capital cases together and so far, knock on wood, haven't had any of our joint clients take a needle. I went to law school at Wake Forest, and spent some time in Japan as an Air Force JAG. I've kept up with my old friend David Turner over the years, and look forward to seeing other old friends at the upcoming reunion. I have a 20 year old son who attends Lees McCrae Collge, four dogs and a cat who naturally thinks he is a dog. I'm still a bookworm and thus far have kept my hair. I'd love to hear from any Mustangs out there. Jan Frye [last updated July, 2006] Will come back and fill out later!              J Tonya Elaine Gibbons [last updated March, 2007] I am still here 'after all these years' as the song goes. I am very happy with my life. I am single, live in Olive Branch, have 2 grandsons - 3 and 3 mos., my son Chris is 30 and my daughter Danielle is 18. She will be leaving soon to go to college (Sept 07) so I will be an empty nester for the first time in my adult life. Actually I am quite excited about it. I still am at FedEx - 21 years now - and have a great job and the most wonderful work family. My parents are still with me and I am amazed at how well they continue to do. My Father still takes care of me as he did when I was a young girl - doing the "honey dos" that pile up - things I can't do. What a blessing is that. I love traveling, antiques, gardening, movies, dinner with friends, taking Mimi's boys (my Grandsons) to McDonalds, and just enjoying the quiet moments in my life. I would like to be able to talk to old classmates, but it just doesn't seem like I ever see anyone or hear from anyone that was at East in 73. What is that about? I wish all of you the very best and hope to see you at the next reunion in 08. Regards, T Mark Hendren [last updated May, 2005] Please see the Class of 1974 listings, as Mark considers himself really a member of that class even though he graduated a year early in '73. Meg Howard [last updated June, 2001] I moved to Los Angeles is 1977, after graduating with a BA in Journalism from Memphis State University. I was hired by Laufer Publishing Company as a writer for their many teen magazines, and two months later became editor of Tiger Beat Super Star and all special publications. I worked for the Laufer Company until 1980 when I resigned to work as personal assistant to actress and singer Doris Day. I moved with her to Carmel, California in 1981 and worked for Miss Day until 1990, at which time I resigned to move back to Los Angeles and go into television production. I worked on a variety of TV shows, including Nickolodeon's "Wild & Crazy Kids," "World's Funniest Commercials," "The Ultimate Revenge," and a documentary for Showtime called "But Seriously..." In 1993, I went to work as an executive assistant for producer, Earl Greenburg, and am still with him today. My home address is: 1120 Manning Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90024 310-470-7958 Dawn LaFon [last updated November, 2000] I am teaching Latin at White Station High School and University of Memphis David Latham [last updated May, 2003] After graduating in 1973 and spending 2 years in the U.S Navy, I spent 4 years living in the beautiful wide open country of Montana (1976-1980) working for the Montana Dept of Justice & as a station manager for Big Sky Airlines. I then moved to Kansas City, Mo for 5 years (1980-1985) where i attended Park College and got my BA in Business Management. After graduation I traveled around the country for awhile and finally settled in San Francisco where I've lived since 1986. I discovered I had a real passion for acting and have been acting in Bay area community theatres since 1993 and absolutly love it. I've also studied & taken classes at ACT (American Conservatory Theatre) here in San Francisco. Since I don't make alot on the acting gigs I pay my bills by having a somewhat normal job working for the U.S. State Dept in the Passport Agency. In 2001 I also took up the hobby of running in marathons. Having never run before it was a challenge but once I did my first one I was hooked. I've now done a total of 5 so far. I would love to hear from anyone either via email or by mail. My mailing address is: 268 Bush St. PMB 4128, San Francisco, CA 94104 Bob Leggett - Deceased. An obituary is available. Click here to read the obituary. Mike Parish [last updated December, 2005] Life in the Inland Northwest continues to be good. Hiking, biking, and camping in the summer, and cross-country skiing and snow shoeing in the winter. And then there's home brewing -- a year-round sport. What a life! I still keep in touch with a few folks from East, like Bill Gwinn, David Latham, Eddie Yaun, Jimmy Skefos, Chuck Chapman, Rick Basham, and Larry Morrow. Kate and I adopted a son, Mark, in 2000. Anybody want to place bets that among everybody in our class, I have the youngest child? With family still in Memphis and in Jonesboro, we get back to the River City now and then. Although it's not so often now that all our parents are dead. I would love to hear from more folks in the class. This part of the country is definitely sparse when it comes to East High alumni. If you're ever travelling along I-90, remember that the welcome mat is always out. Holly Shelton [last update August, 2003] I am in Memphis currently. My touring band is here. I sing in clubs and for conventions, etc. I am here to Care-give for my wonderful mother, but am making the most of memphis. It is refreshing to be back after all the years in L.A. and Fla. I miss Don, my husband, but he is very supportive of my decision to be with my mother. After losing Pop 8 years ago, no one has to tell me how important your parents are! I am alos on the web at www.Hollyshelton.com. My CD'S are for sale [at various Memphis outlets]. I have an e-mail mailing list for gigs, so e-mail me and I will add you to the list! I have toured Morocco and Europe in the last few years, and have done 4 CD's ansd 2 compilations. I am going to be included in the next Memphis Belles CD series which will be in local stores next year! Go Mustangs! I hope the next reunion has a better turn out. Thanks to those trying to make it happen. Regards, Tall-Holly! Cindy Smith [last updated November, 1998] I graduated with the class of '73 after attending East for three years. I am now known as Cynthia Smith Emerson. I am an attorney, having graduated from law school at University of Memphis in 1980, and I have been actively engaged in the practice of law ever since. Currently, I have a national practice in which I represent primarily corporate and business clients. I live in La Grange, Fayette County, Tennessee, and also serve as City Attorney. I am also active in other city and county matters; I serve on the Board of Directors for the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce; I am also a member of the Fayette County Conservation Board. Outside of my professional and community interests, I am on the Board of Trustees for La Grange Methodist Church and play the piano for Sunday services. La Grange is located on a bluff above the Wolf River, and I take advantage of the beautiful wilderness areas for cross-country walking and canoeing. My email address is . Cindy Walker [last updated September, 2002] After finishing at Memphis State in 1978, I married Don Brown (known as Buster Brown in KA at MSU) in 1993. We moved shortly after to Iowa where we stayed for 10 years. Then a business move took us to North Carolina for 3 years and finally to Jonesboro, AR where we have been for the last 6 years. We have a son, Taylor -aged 17, and a daughter, Lauren - aged 13. Our families are still in Memphis and we still come there often. I am teaching in an elementary school in Jonesboro as an assistant in PE and have taught in special education classrooms and substituted for many years. Buster is in the trailer manufacturing business. If alumni are in the area I would love to hear from you. E mail me at: . Diane Williams - Deceased. An obituary is available. Click here to read the obituary. OTHERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CLASS OF 1973 People who attended East but graduated in 1973 from other schools. Barbra Abendroth [last updated April, 1997] Barbra moved to Memphis from Wisconsin in 1968 and attended East High from 7th grade through 10th grade. She graduated from White Station in 1973 and then headed back up Yankee way. After graduating from Northwestern University in 1977, she worked her way through various print-related and publishing jobs, including ten years as an editor with Macmillan. Currently, she works as a development editor at IDG Books in Indianapolis and lives with Simon, her 15-year-old son, and Ashes, their 3-year-old Australian Shepherd. Interests include traveling, hiking, bookstore browsing, antique hunting, good conversation, and good coffee.

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