Welcome To The Official
Tempe Union High School Class Of 1961
Reunion and Historical Site!
We welcome all fellow classmates to this site. Many former classmates were only with us for a short time. All are welcome to join our group and share memories of friends, teachers and Tempe High. Our motto "Once a Buffalo, Always a Buffalo." The herd welcomes you and is eager to see you in our future reunions and get togethers.
Joining is easy, locate your name in the "Classmate Profiles," sign in, tell us about yourself, include a photo or two, and then check out the site.
We Got the Herd Back Together
After 50 Years!
Saturday evening, a group shot before the dinner.
Photo by Diedre Engle
For more reunion pictures, click "50 Year Reunion Pics" on the left.
We now have the "40 Year Reunion" available too.
Special Announcements!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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3-Class 60 year Reunion
October 22nd and 23rd, 2021
Members of Tempe High Schools Class of 1961 got together in late October to put in motion plans for 60 year class reunion. A recent survey of classmates was reviewed. The survey supported the groups decision to go forward to plan a reunion now scheduled for October 22nd and 23rd, 2021. Here are some of the Goal/Objectives the group are already working on.
- Establish a date to hold the reunion.
- Select a venue to host the reunion.
- Extend an open invitation to the Class of 1960 and 1962 to join us in a 60 year reunion celebration.
- Use the Class of 1961 web site, www.tempe61.com, as a portal to coordinate participation activities, register Guest Members and distribute and other information regarding the reunion.
- Seek assistance from classmates to have a great 60 year celebration.
The Reunion Committee of this 3-class reunion will work to:
- Provide more time and opportunities for conversations with fellow classmates from all three classes.
- Provide additional organized activitees to attend Local Tempe Tours, Historic sites, Visits to Tovrea Castle, Tempe History Museum or other historic sites.
- Not have a formal dinner and program.
- Keep costs low for increased participation
Attending and accepting various organizing tasks include: Bob Burger with his younger brother John are tasked to contact members of the Class of 1962. John Black and Bob Mitchel will be checking for appropriate venues. Eldon Smith will be checking out possible activities/tours/visits. Dan Clark will provide assistance with internet communications and venue location. Pete Decker and Sandy Miller (Class of 1960) will be contacting their classmates. C.W, Rollins, Charles Thomson, Chuck Holly and Tom Wing are also involved with coordinating the activities for the reunion.
Monthly updates will be sent to all members and Guest Members.
Mark your calenders, make your travel plans for next October and lets have a Great reunion!
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January Birthdays
Bob Burger, 1/2
David Short, 1/10
Bob Mitchell, 1/25
Janet McIntosh Miranda, 1/31
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The following Tempe High School Class of 1961 contributed to keep this website shining and active until August, 2032!
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Tom & Akami Krill
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Billy Black
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Chuck Holly
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Pete Wood
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Susan (Coulson) Condon
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David Short
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Lorene (Hancock) Eagar
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Bob Mahr
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Dick Erickson
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Herb & Jane (Rosio) McLure
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Jim & Akiko Austin
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John Black
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Ralph Kerfot
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Louise (Bonenberger) Snell
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Dena (Stormont) Lasater
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Ralph Bell
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Faye (Brown) Felts
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Molley (Wetmore) Lowry
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William Black
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Irene Hobbs
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William Bill Thomas
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Barbara (Brock) Carlson PhD
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Edward “Ed” Garcia
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Sharon & Gene Carter
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John Farrington
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