"I Will Remember You"
Words and Music by Sarah McLachlan, Seamus Egan and Dave Merenda
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Please do not make illegal copies of this music. The audio on this page is not for distribution.
| This page is dedicated to all the Panther Faculty, Staff and Students who have passed on Don’t mourn their passing, but celebrate their time with us They will always be a special part of our lives And will always hold a special place in our hearts |
Hanau High Alumni Site
KIRK BURTON - CLASS OF 1981
Died September 2007
Died September 2007
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MR. COLEMAN BURKE – FACULTY (History)
Died April 10, 2000
Donations in Mr. Burke’s name can be made to the following:
Mercer County Public Library
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Died April 10, 2000
Donations in Mr. Burke’s name can be made to the following:
Mercer County Public Library
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
CURTIS R. BURNHAM, JR. - CLASS of 1982
Born in Ft. Worth Tx. on Jan. 7, 1964. After Hanau Curtis served his country in the U.S. Army for 6 years. After his service he worked for
Orkin and Cooks pest control companies. He left a successful branch management job with Orkin after a disabeling heart attack. He
lived out the remainder of his life in Alabama. In October of 2009 Curtis went to be with the Lord after a short battle with Lung Cancer.
He is survived by his wife Joy, His daughter Taylor, son Scotty, wife Rachel and grandson Nolan, daughter Stephanie all of Alabama,
His brother Darin of Kansas and sisters Pamela Bean and Andrea Burnham of Alabama. He will be truely missed.
Submitted by Darin Burnham
Born in Ft. Worth Tx. on Jan. 7, 1964. After Hanau Curtis served his country in the U.S. Army for 6 years. After his service he worked for
Orkin and Cooks pest control companies. He left a successful branch management job with Orkin after a disabeling heart attack. He
lived out the remainder of his life in Alabama. In October of 2009 Curtis went to be with the Lord after a short battle with Lung Cancer.
He is survived by his wife Joy, His daughter Taylor, son Scotty, wife Rachel and grandson Nolan, daughter Stephanie all of Alabama,
His brother Darin of Kansas and sisters Pamela Bean and Andrea Burnham of Alabama. He will be truely missed.
Submitted by Darin Burnham
| SYLVIA ADAIR - CLASS of 1977 Died June 29, 1987 in San Francisco, CA |
| KEITH AKINS - CLASS OF 1976 Died February 13, 2005 of a brain aneurysm |
| BOB BOWMAN - CLASS of 1977 Killed by a drunk driver |
JOE CAINE - CLASS of 1983
Passed away in his sleep of a heart attack while working as a contractor for KBR in Camp Fallujah
Passed away in his sleep of a heart attack while working as a contractor for KBR in Camp Fallujah
MR. JOHN CHAVIES - FACULTY (Social Studies)
Died of cancer
Died of cancer
KARLA DUPREY COLDROSS - CLASS of 1979 – pass from this world on May 19, 2009. Karla lived in Washington State
and leaves behind her husband Evan Coldross, two sons and 4 grandchildren, three brothers who include Kenneth ’77
and Gary Duprey ’78 and his wife Gail Navarre Duprey ‘76. Her best friend for life was Mary Ann Jones-Dejesus ’79.
Submitted by Karla’s brother and sister-in-law – Gary & Gail (Navarre) Duprey ‘78 & ’76 HHUUeridevmay@yahoo.
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and leaves behind her husband Evan Coldross, two sons and 4 grandchildren, three brothers who include Kenneth ’77
and Gary Duprey ’78 and his wife Gail Navarre Duprey ‘76. Her best friend for life was Mary Ann Jones-Dejesus ’79.
Submitted by Karla’s brother and sister-in-law – Gary & Gail (Navarre) Duprey ‘78 & ’76 HHUUeridevmay@yahoo.
comUUHH
HOWARD EASELY - CLASS OF 1979
Died October 28, 2002
Died October 28, 2002
TRACI ESTES - CLASS OF 1980
Traci passed away just after Thanksgiving in 2000 after an automobile
accident near Temple, Texas. She was a high school guidance counselor
and was on her way to the school to do some paperwork during the
weekend. Traci loved being at school and she enjoyed her time at Hanau. A
Memorial site has been create for Traci at:
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=13035139
Traci passed away just after Thanksgiving in 2000 after an automobile
accident near Temple, Texas. She was a high school guidance counselor
and was on her way to the school to do some paperwork during the
weekend. Traci loved being at school and she enjoyed her time at Hanau. A
Memorial site has been create for Traci at:
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=13035139
MR. ORLEN ECK - FACULTY (Wood Shop)
Passed away from complications of MS. He was an extremely well liked
teacher. Taught wood shop, metal working, construction, technical
drawing and electronics. His wife (Sharon) taught Art for many years and
then switched to English. Oren also did engravings and provided
plaques and trophies for school activities for many years.
Passed away from complications of MS. He was an extremely well liked
teacher. Taught wood shop, metal working, construction, technical
drawing and electronics. His wife (Sharon) taught Art for many years and
then switched to English. Oren also did engravings and provided
plaques and trophies for school activities for many years.
MR. NELSON FADDIES - FACULTY
DoDDS-Europe regrets to announce the death Nov. 30 (2006) of Nelson Faddies. A DoDDS educator for 33
years. Faddies was a school counselor at Ansbach Elementary School in Ansbach, Germany, at the time of
his death. Faddies died in Katterbach, Germany, from a heart ailment. He was 66 years old. As a DoDDS
teacher, counselor and administrator, Faddies served at Frankfurt Junior High School, Hanau High School,
Bamberg, Giessen High School and Bad Nauheim Elementary School in the course of a long and
productive career. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Faddies family, their loved ones and their friends.
Nelson Faddies is survived by his wife, Shirley Faddies, a teacher at Ansbach ES, their daughters Sherry
Harris and Niki Faddies, and their son, Jason Faddies. Condolences may be sent to: Mrs. Shirley Faddies,
CMR 454 Box 3642, APO AE 09250
DoDDS-Europe regrets to announce the death Nov. 30 (2006) of Nelson Faddies. A DoDDS educator for 33
years. Faddies was a school counselor at Ansbach Elementary School in Ansbach, Germany, at the time of
his death. Faddies died in Katterbach, Germany, from a heart ailment. He was 66 years old. As a DoDDS
teacher, counselor and administrator, Faddies served at Frankfurt Junior High School, Hanau High School,
Bamberg, Giessen High School and Bad Nauheim Elementary School in the course of a long and
productive career. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Faddies family, their loved ones and their friends.
Nelson Faddies is survived by his wife, Shirley Faddies, a teacher at Ansbach ES, their daughters Sherry
Harris and Niki Faddies, and their son, Jason Faddies. Condolences may be sent to: Mrs. Shirley Faddies,
CMR 454 Box 3642, APO AE 09250
KATHY FERGUSON - CLASS of 1976
Killed by a drunk driver
Killed by a drunk driver
WAYNE EDWARD GEATCHES - CLASS of 1989
Killed by a drunk driver
GILBERTOWN — Funeral services for Wayne Edward
Geatches, 35, were held on Nov. 28, 2006 at Bumpers
Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Leon Ross officiating.
Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Mr.
Geatches was born on March 26, 1971 and passed away
on Nov. 25th. He was a body technician for Waters
International Trucks, Inc. He also served in the U.S. Army in
Operation Desert Storm. He is survived by his parents,
Ronald and Sandra Geatches of Gilbertown; one son,
Ronald Wayne Geatches of Gilbertown; two sisters,
Tammie Mazingo of Gilbertown; and Ronda Floyd of
Charlotte, NC. Pallbearers were Frank Benjamin Logan,
Jeremy Logan, Jerry Michael Mazingo, Lee Reeves, Keith
Means, Jr., and Keith Logan. Bumpers Funeral Home was
in charge of the arrangements.
Killed by a drunk driver
GILBERTOWN — Funeral services for Wayne Edward
Geatches, 35, were held on Nov. 28, 2006 at Bumpers
Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Leon Ross officiating.
Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Mr.
Geatches was born on March 26, 1971 and passed away
on Nov. 25th. He was a body technician for Waters
International Trucks, Inc. He also served in the U.S. Army in
Operation Desert Storm. He is survived by his parents,
Ronald and Sandra Geatches of Gilbertown; one son,
Ronald Wayne Geatches of Gilbertown; two sisters,
Tammie Mazingo of Gilbertown; and Ronda Floyd of
Charlotte, NC. Pallbearers were Frank Benjamin Logan,
Jeremy Logan, Jerry Michael Mazingo, Lee Reeves, Keith
Means, Jr., and Keith Logan. Bumpers Funeral Home was
in charge of the arrangements.
RHONDA A. GIFFIN - CLASS of 1978
Died on March 19, 1992
“Rhonda suffered from cardiovascular
disease and mercifully died in her sleep
while living in Nashville, TN. She is
survived by her son, Christopher, who
now resides with his father and
stepmother in Atlanta, GA.
Christopher's grandparents (Rhonda's
parents) reside in Clarksville, TN.”
Died on March 19, 1992
“Rhonda suffered from cardiovascular
disease and mercifully died in her sleep
while living in Nashville, TN. She is
survived by her son, Christopher, who
now resides with his father and
stepmother in Atlanta, GA.
Christopher's grandparents (Rhonda's
parents) reside in Clarksville, TN.”
NANCY GRIFFITHS - CLASS of 1982
Passed away December 30, 1988 of
Leukemia. During her 2 year sickness,
she was an inspiration to everyone that
came in contact with her.
Passed away December 30, 1988 of
Leukemia. During her 2 year sickness,
she was an inspiration to everyone that
came in contact with her.
ROSEMARIE HAGEDORN-RICKARD - CLASS OF 1977
Rosemarie, age 49, of Tacoma went to be with the Lord Jesus on October 31, 2008. She battled a rare and
aggressive cancer. Born August 10, 1959 in Permissans, Germany to Donald Paul Hagedorn, Sr. and Rosemarie
Emma Hagedorn. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Robin Rickard, two sons, Jason and Kaleb,
stepchildren Justin, Konrad, Jesse & Crystal Rickard, Mother Rosemarie & Stepfather Richard Delmas, brother Donny
Hagedorn Jr., nieces Courtney & Sarah, sister Margaret (Edward) Reygers, nephews Maximiliaan & Samuel, sister
Tina Hagedorn all from Gig Harbor/Tacoma. She is also survived by extensive family in Germany and Pennsylvania.
Rose was preceded in death by her father, Donald Paul Hagedorn Sr.
Rosemarie graduated from Hanau High School, Germany, 1977 and was a member of USERA Cheerleading
Championship Team. After school Rose moved to Tacoma and started her family. Rosy enjoyed gardening, loved
pink roses and crocheting blankets for those less fortunate. Rosy committed her life to God and attended By His
Word Christian Center. She volunteered in the Christian Ministry Outreach, sang in both the Church Choir and for
Healing Ministries throughout the US & Canada.
Rosemarie, age 49, of Tacoma went to be with the Lord Jesus on October 31, 2008. She battled a rare and
aggressive cancer. Born August 10, 1959 in Permissans, Germany to Donald Paul Hagedorn, Sr. and Rosemarie
Emma Hagedorn. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Robin Rickard, two sons, Jason and Kaleb,
stepchildren Justin, Konrad, Jesse & Crystal Rickard, Mother Rosemarie & Stepfather Richard Delmas, brother Donny
Hagedorn Jr., nieces Courtney & Sarah, sister Margaret (Edward) Reygers, nephews Maximiliaan & Samuel, sister
Tina Hagedorn all from Gig Harbor/Tacoma. She is also survived by extensive family in Germany and Pennsylvania.
Rose was preceded in death by her father, Donald Paul Hagedorn Sr.
Rosemarie graduated from Hanau High School, Germany, 1977 and was a member of USERA Cheerleading
Championship Team. After school Rose moved to Tacoma and started her family. Rosy enjoyed gardening, loved
pink roses and crocheting blankets for those less fortunate. Rosy committed her life to God and attended By His
Word Christian Center. She volunteered in the Christian Ministry Outreach, sang in both the Church Choir and for
Healing Ministries throughout the US & Canada.
MR. RICHARD HANNA - FACULTY (Social Studies)
Mr. Hanna taught Social Studies at Hanau for many years and
lead an absolutely colorful life as a pilot flying into Ethiopia at
the time of Selassi and was actually jailed in an Ethiopian
prison for suspicion of being a U.S. spy. Also passed, his
long-time life companion, "Kiki" ...Ms. Von Kieckenbusch...a
former flight attendant and interesting personage with
German blue blood lines and heiress to the Kieckenbusch
Champagne Company fortune...also jailed in Ethiopia but
was released quickly due to her German, rather than U.S.,
citizenship.
Mr. Hanna taught Social Studies at Hanau for many years and
lead an absolutely colorful life as a pilot flying into Ethiopia at
the time of Selassi and was actually jailed in an Ethiopian
prison for suspicion of being a U.S. spy. Also passed, his
long-time life companion, "Kiki" ...Ms. Von Kieckenbusch...a
former flight attendant and interesting personage with
German blue blood lines and heiress to the Kieckenbusch
Champagne Company fortune...also jailed in Ethiopia but
was released quickly due to her German, rather than U.S.,
citizenship.
MICHAEL EDWARD HARP - CLASS of 1982
Died December 24, 2006 after a long
illness. Mike attended Hanau for his
freshman and sophomore years. During
our senior year, we were in an automobile
accident. Unfortunately, Mike suffered a
severe brain stem injury and was
paralyzed from the neck down. He was in a
coma for almost 1 year and came out of
the coma in late '82. Although Mike was not
able to communicate verbally, he was very
much aware of his surroundings and we
"talked" through the use of eye
communication and other visual aids. We
often spoke of the memories from Hanau.
Died December 24, 2006 after a long
illness. Mike attended Hanau for his
freshman and sophomore years. During
our senior year, we were in an automobile
accident. Unfortunately, Mike suffered a
severe brain stem injury and was
paralyzed from the neck down. He was in a
coma for almost 1 year and came out of
the coma in late '82. Although Mike was not
able to communicate verbally, he was very
much aware of his surroundings and we
"talked" through the use of eye
communication and other visual aids. We
often spoke of the memories from Hanau.
SCOTT HEYSE - CLASS of 1987
Scott passed away on November 8, 2007, in Austin, Texas. He is buried in
Ludington, Michigan next to our Dad. He is survived by his wife, Bernadette, 2 kids
(Hunter and Mackenzie), his Mom, 4 sisters (Tammy class of 89, Jackie class of
90, Debra, and Catherine) and many Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
(Submitted by Tammy Heyse - tammy_annie@hotmail.com)
Scott passed away on November 8, 2007, in Austin, Texas. He is buried in
Ludington, Michigan next to our Dad. He is survived by his wife, Bernadette, 2 kids
(Hunter and Mackenzie), his Mom, 4 sisters (Tammy class of 89, Jackie class of
90, Debra, and Catherine) and many Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
(Submitted by Tammy Heyse - tammy_annie@hotmail.com)
DANIEL GLEN HONEYCUTT- CLASS of 1985
Jan. 27, 1967 - July 17, 2004
Daniel Glen Honeycutt, age 37, of Hazel Green, died
Saturday at a local hospital. Mr. Honeycutt was a native of
East Tennessee, and lived in Huntsville for 21 years. He
graduated from Butler High and Athens State University. He
was a veteran of the U. S. Army and was employed with
Avocent Corporation. He is survived by his wife Pamela S.
Honeycutt; four children, Miranda Honeycutt, Lauren
Honeycutt, Chase Honeycutt and Drew Honeycutt, all of
Hazel Green; parents, Harold and Jane Honeycutt of
Huntsville; and two sisters, Carol Lowery of Madison and
Chrissy Hinson of Fort Campbell, Ky. Funeral services were
held Wednesday, July 21, at Spry Funeral Home Chapel with
Rev. Ron Lowery officiating. Burial followed at Valley View
Memorial Gardens. In honor of Glen, the family is asking that
donations be made to the National Children Advocacy Center
in Huntsville."
Jan. 27, 1967 - July 17, 2004
Daniel Glen Honeycutt, age 37, of Hazel Green, died
Saturday at a local hospital. Mr. Honeycutt was a native of
East Tennessee, and lived in Huntsville for 21 years. He
graduated from Butler High and Athens State University. He
was a veteran of the U. S. Army and was employed with
Avocent Corporation. He is survived by his wife Pamela S.
Honeycutt; four children, Miranda Honeycutt, Lauren
Honeycutt, Chase Honeycutt and Drew Honeycutt, all of
Hazel Green; parents, Harold and Jane Honeycutt of
Huntsville; and two sisters, Carol Lowery of Madison and
Chrissy Hinson of Fort Campbell, Ky. Funeral services were
held Wednesday, July 21, at Spry Funeral Home Chapel with
Rev. Ron Lowery officiating. Burial followed at Valley View
Memorial Gardens. In honor of Glen, the family is asking that
donations be made to the National Children Advocacy Center
in Huntsville."
MARGIE HOOGERWERF - CLASS of 1980
Died October 1997 from a brain tumor
Died October 1997 from a brain tumor
MS. YVONNE JAEGER - FACULTY (Music, Humanities)
Ms Jaeger retired after 30 years in DoDDS and moved
to Connecticut and then the Bronx, NY (Riverdale-an
exclusive section of the Bronx). When she returned to
the U.S. seven years or so ago, her breast cancer was
in remission. Unfortunately the past year saw a vicious
return of the cancer and it ultimately consumed her on
November 17, 2006. She was very special to me and I
would like all the students that she touched in Music or
Humanities to know of her passing. She was indeed a
light in the world giving the better part of her life to her
students. May she indeed rest in peace. Amen.
(Tribute sent by Thomas Sawyer - Class of 85')
Ms Jaeger retired after 30 years in DoDDS and moved
to Connecticut and then the Bronx, NY (Riverdale-an
exclusive section of the Bronx). When she returned to
the U.S. seven years or so ago, her breast cancer was
in remission. Unfortunately the past year saw a vicious
return of the cancer and it ultimately consumed her on
November 17, 2006. She was very special to me and I
would like all the students that she touched in Music or
Humanities to know of her passing. She was indeed a
light in the world giving the better part of her life to her
students. May she indeed rest in peace. Amen.
(Tribute sent by Thomas Sawyer - Class of 85')
MR. RICK LANCASTER - FACULTY (Middle School)
Died of heart disease
Died of heart disease
HOLLY LEONARD - CLASS of 1988
Died August 23, 2009
Holly passed away at Fort Belvoir, VA, on August 23rd 2009. She was 39. She is
survived by her mother, father, husband (SSgt David Watson), son and daughter
and brother. She was an LPN. She died of a “massive cardiac event” in her sleep.
Died August 23, 2009
Holly passed away at Fort Belvoir, VA, on August 23rd 2009. She was 39. She is
survived by her mother, father, husband (SSgt David Watson), son and daughter
and brother. She was an LPN. She died of a “massive cardiac event” in her sleep.
AMY (LICARI) RYALS - CLASS of 1984
Died April 9, 2001 from Leukemia
”At Hanau, Amy was active in tennis, volleyball and
a manager for the wrestling team. After
graduation, she continued her education at the
University of West Florida, earning a BS in
Marketing. Upon completion, she worked for the
Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) as
a Retail Manager and Corporate Buyer. She was
stationed in Alabama, Germany, Washington D.C.,
and Dallas, TX. Amy is survived by her husband,
Ron (Ryalsra@aol.com), and her two sons, Scott
and Tod.”
Died April 9, 2001 from Leukemia
”At Hanau, Amy was active in tennis, volleyball and
a manager for the wrestling team. After
graduation, she continued her education at the
University of West Florida, earning a BS in
Marketing. Upon completion, she worked for the
Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) as
a Retail Manager and Corporate Buyer. She was
stationed in Alabama, Germany, Washington D.C.,
and Dallas, TX. Amy is survived by her husband,
Ron (Ryalsra@aol.com), and her two sons, Scott
and Tod.”
JOSE MARTINEZ - CLASS of 1978
Killed in a motorcycle accident in 1994
Killed in a motorcycle accident in 1994
JOE MIKKELSON - CLASS of 1976
Died in the early 80's from Leukemia
Died in the early 80's from Leukemia
MICHAEL NORMAN - CLASS of 1989
Died January 31, 2008 in Operation Iraqi Freedom
http://www.myspace.com/texas_son
National Police Transition Team honors fallen officer Capt. Michael A. Norman
Multi-National Division - Baghdad
FORWARD OPERATING BASE LOYALTY, Iraq - The 3rd Battalion, 8th Brigade, 2nd Division National Police Transition Team, honored
one of their fallen officers during a memorial service Feb 2. Capt. Michael A. Norman, 36, born in Austin, Texas, was killed during
combat operations in Baghdad Jan. 31. He was a military intelligence officer assigned to the transition team. Maj. Bryan Hunt, the chief
of the 2nd Division NPTT, remembered Norman as a true professional, and an expert always looking for ways to help others. "His
candor and confidence was everything a team leader could ask for. It was easy to serve with Capt. Norman," said Hunt. "He knew his job
and was always thinking of how to develop his counterpart. He developed a system to report and track any type of (intelligence) that
overcame a language and cultural barrier." Norman had many duties that pulled him away from his primary military intelligence function,
and his Iraqi counterpart had no military intelligence experience. But, Norman was such a great mentor his Iraqi counterpart has
provided more intelligence than any other intelligence officer in their brigade, said Hunt. Norman is also remembered for his more
personal side. "In May, as Team Shark was formed, we met 'Norm' or 'Normando,' a man whose sense of humor helped bond this team
as we all faced the unknown of (Iraqi Assistance Group) and Fort Riley," said Hunt. "His sharp wit, professionalism and friendship will
forever be engrained in this team. Norm enjoyed the Army, and he loved his family. They were his pride and joy. We have lost a great
American. Norm, you will not be forgotten." Even though Norman was a serious-minded professional who liked to make people laugh,
he was first and foremost a family man. "Captain Norman's love of the Army and his job were second only to his family. Anyone who
found himself in company with him could see that within minutes," said Master Sgt. Timothy Terpak,. "He constantly spoke of his wife,
Chun, and his children, Samuel and Summer. It was clear they were his world. Not a day passed that his family was not mentioned in a
conversation with him. He even used (a computer program) to paste (a picture of) himself into pictures to show his family that he was
with them, if only in spirit. "He will be sorely missed by us all. There is now a void where he once stood. He will forever remain in my
heart and my memories so that his legacy may live on," Terpak said. "I express my deepest sympathy to his family and would like them
to know we consider Captain Norman a part of our family and we grieve with you. Norm, I miss you buddy. God bless." Norman's military
awards and decorations include the following: Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation
Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Achievement Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal with two knots,
National Defense Service Medal with two Bronze Stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals, Korea Defense
Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon with the numeral 2, Expert Infantryman Badge,
Parachutist Badge, Air Assault Badge and Combat Action Badge. Surviving Norman are his wife, Chun, his son Samuel and his
daughter, Summer.
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/fallen/states/tx/killeen/> > Killeen
Died January 31, 2008 in Operation Iraqi Freedom
http://www.myspace.com/texas_son
National Police Transition Team honors fallen officer Capt. Michael A. Norman
Multi-National Division - Baghdad
FORWARD OPERATING BASE LOYALTY, Iraq - The 3rd Battalion, 8th Brigade, 2nd Division National Police Transition Team, honored
one of their fallen officers during a memorial service Feb 2. Capt. Michael A. Norman, 36, born in Austin, Texas, was killed during
combat operations in Baghdad Jan. 31. He was a military intelligence officer assigned to the transition team. Maj. Bryan Hunt, the chief
of the 2nd Division NPTT, remembered Norman as a true professional, and an expert always looking for ways to help others. "His
candor and confidence was everything a team leader could ask for. It was easy to serve with Capt. Norman," said Hunt. "He knew his job
and was always thinking of how to develop his counterpart. He developed a system to report and track any type of (intelligence) that
overcame a language and cultural barrier." Norman had many duties that pulled him away from his primary military intelligence function,
and his Iraqi counterpart had no military intelligence experience. But, Norman was such a great mentor his Iraqi counterpart has
provided more intelligence than any other intelligence officer in their brigade, said Hunt. Norman is also remembered for his more
personal side. "In May, as Team Shark was formed, we met 'Norm' or 'Normando,' a man whose sense of humor helped bond this team
as we all faced the unknown of (Iraqi Assistance Group) and Fort Riley," said Hunt. "His sharp wit, professionalism and friendship will
forever be engrained in this team. Norm enjoyed the Army, and he loved his family. They were his pride and joy. We have lost a great
American. Norm, you will not be forgotten." Even though Norman was a serious-minded professional who liked to make people laugh,
he was first and foremost a family man. "Captain Norman's love of the Army and his job were second only to his family. Anyone who
found himself in company with him could see that within minutes," said Master Sgt. Timothy Terpak,. "He constantly spoke of his wife,
Chun, and his children, Samuel and Summer. It was clear they were his world. Not a day passed that his family was not mentioned in a
conversation with him. He even used (a computer program) to paste (a picture of) himself into pictures to show his family that he was
with them, if only in spirit. "He will be sorely missed by us all. There is now a void where he once stood. He will forever remain in my
heart and my memories so that his legacy may live on," Terpak said. "I express my deepest sympathy to his family and would like them
to know we consider Captain Norman a part of our family and we grieve with you. Norm, I miss you buddy. God bless." Norman's military
awards and decorations include the following: Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation
Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Achievement Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal with two knots,
National Defense Service Medal with two Bronze Stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals, Korea Defense
Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon with the numeral 2, Expert Infantryman Badge,
Parachutist Badge, Air Assault Badge and Combat Action Badge. Surviving Norman are his wife, Chun, his son Samuel and his
daughter, Summer.
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/fallen/states/tx/killeen/> > Killeen
LEIF NOTT - CLASS OF 1996
A graduate of the Class of 2000 from U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY, Army 1st Lt. Leif E. Nott, 24, of
Cheyenne, Wyo.; attached to A Troop, 1st Battalion, 10th Cavalry, Fort Hood, Texas; died of wounds received from
hostile fire on July 30, 2003 in Belaruz, Iraq. Growing up with an Army dad, Leif E. Nott was born in Italy, raised in
Europe and graduated from high school in Germany. He spoke at least five languages. When it was time for
college, he came back to the United States to continue the family’s military tradition, enrolling at the U.S. Military
Academy at West Point, N.Y. Family members said Nott was known for his "can-do" attitude, and his latest
assignment was troop executive officer, the right-hand man for the troop commander. Nott had met his wife,
Melanie, in a Bible study class while at his previous post, the Army’s tanker training headquarters at Fort Knox. He
will be missed. For complete details visit http://www.militarycity.com/valor/2100610.html.
A graduate of the Class of 2000 from U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY, Army 1st Lt. Leif E. Nott, 24, of
Cheyenne, Wyo.; attached to A Troop, 1st Battalion, 10th Cavalry, Fort Hood, Texas; died of wounds received from
hostile fire on July 30, 2003 in Belaruz, Iraq. Growing up with an Army dad, Leif E. Nott was born in Italy, raised in
Europe and graduated from high school in Germany. He spoke at least five languages. When it was time for
college, he came back to the United States to continue the family’s military tradition, enrolling at the U.S. Military
Academy at West Point, N.Y. Family members said Nott was known for his "can-do" attitude, and his latest
assignment was troop executive officer, the right-hand man for the troop commander. Nott had met his wife,
Melanie, in a Bible study class while at his previous post, the Army’s tanker training headquarters at Fort Knox. He
will be missed. For complete details visit http://www.militarycity.com/valor/2100610.html.
COL FELIX PEDRAZA - Faculty (ROTC DIRECTOR)
Passed away of a heart attack in 2009
Passed away of a heart attack in 2009
BOBBY WAYNE PORTER - CLASS of 1995
"Born January 30, 1977 in Fort Worth, Texas, died Monday, June 7, 2004. He was a graduate of Hanau American High School in Hanau
Germany in 1995. He was preceded in death by his daughter Layla Swanilla Porter, his grandmother, Shirley Porter Cook, and
great-grandmother, Girtha Lee Porter. Bobby is survived by his wife, Jane Rene Pace, son, Jadin Khalid Porter and daughter, Jasmin
Kianna Pace Yarbrough; his mother, Delores Jean Martin and his father, Kenneth B. Martin; biological father, Bobby Wayne Lewis,
brothers, Kenneth Bris. Martin, Jr., Corwon Curtis Martin, sister, Danielle Lewis and a host of relatives and friends."
"Born January 30, 1977 in Fort Worth, Texas, died Monday, June 7, 2004. He was a graduate of Hanau American High School in Hanau
Germany in 1995. He was preceded in death by his daughter Layla Swanilla Porter, his grandmother, Shirley Porter Cook, and
great-grandmother, Girtha Lee Porter. Bobby is survived by his wife, Jane Rene Pace, son, Jadin Khalid Porter and daughter, Jasmin
Kianna Pace Yarbrough; his mother, Delores Jean Martin and his father, Kenneth B. Martin; biological father, Bobby Wayne Lewis,
brothers, Kenneth Bris. Martin, Jr., Corwon Curtis Martin, sister, Danielle Lewis and a host of relatives and friends."
LORENE PRINZ - CLASS OF
Died in 1997 of Multiple Sclerosis
Died in 1997 of Multiple Sclerosis
JOHN REVELS - CLASS of 1984
John passed away on Sept. 28, 2006 in Warrenton VA. after his
battle with cancer.
John passed away on Sept. 28, 2006 in Warrenton VA. after his
battle with cancer.
MR. WILLIAM SHARPE - FACULTY (Science)
Died of heart failure after surgery
Died of heart failure after surgery
MACEO SMITH - CLASS of 1976
Killed October 1976 in auto accident
between Hanau and Mainz
Killed October 1976 in auto accident
between Hanau and Mainz
HOPE STUDER - CLASS of 1989
Killed in a car accident in 2002. She leaves a
daughter who is being raised by her mother and
father who live in Alabama.
Killed in a car accident in 2002. She leaves a
daughter who is being raised by her mother and
father who live in Alabama.
JEFFERY D. TATUM - CLASS of 1984
Jeffery D. Tatum, Sr. September 25, 1965- April 27, 2006 COLUMBUS, GA—
Jeffery D. Tatum, Sr., 40, of Columbus, GA, died at The Medical Center of
Columbus Thursday, April 27, 2006. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM
on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, in Parkhill Cemetery with Reverend David Lix officiating
according to Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, Macon Rd. The family will receive friends
from Noon until 1:30 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Tatum was born
September 25, 1965 in Tampa, FL, son of Gaston and Martha Tatum. He was a
mechanic by trade and a DJ by night. Mr. Tatum was known to many by his DJ
name of ÒSounds by Jeff.Ó Survivors include his parents, Gaston and Martha
Tatum of Columbus, GA; three children, Tina Tatum of Defuniak Springs, FL,
Jeffery D. Tatum, Jr. and Jordan Tatum both of Columbus, GA; two sisters, Shelia
Bletz and Sherry Tatum both of Columbus, GA; two nieces, Rebecca and Tamara
Abbott, both of Columbus, GA; several close friends. Please visit www.striffler-
hamby.com to sign the online guest registry.
Jeffery D. Tatum, Sr. September 25, 1965- April 27, 2006 COLUMBUS, GA—
Jeffery D. Tatum, Sr., 40, of Columbus, GA, died at The Medical Center of
Columbus Thursday, April 27, 2006. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM
on Tuesday, May 2, 2006, in Parkhill Cemetery with Reverend David Lix officiating
according to Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, Macon Rd. The family will receive friends
from Noon until 1:30 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Tatum was born
September 25, 1965 in Tampa, FL, son of Gaston and Martha Tatum. He was a
mechanic by trade and a DJ by night. Mr. Tatum was known to many by his DJ
name of ÒSounds by Jeff.Ó Survivors include his parents, Gaston and Martha
Tatum of Columbus, GA; three children, Tina Tatum of Defuniak Springs, FL,
Jeffery D. Tatum, Jr. and Jordan Tatum both of Columbus, GA; two sisters, Shelia
Bletz and Sherry Tatum both of Columbus, GA; two nieces, Rebecca and Tamara
Abbott, both of Columbus, GA; several close friends. Please visit www.striffler-
hamby.com to sign the online guest registry.
DEAN LORENZO TURNBULL, JR. - CLASS of 1998
Dean Lorenzo Turnbull, Jr., a 28-year-old Iraq War
veteran, lost his life in a fire inside his home in
Waldorf, Maryland on Saturday, August 9, 2008.
Dean was a graduate from Edgewood High School
in Sicklerville, N.J. in June, 1998. He served three
years in the United States Army as a Heavy Wheel
Vehicle Mechanic. He spent 12 months in Iraq,
serving with the 3rd Infantry Division of Fort Stewart,
GA. He was also a graduate of the Lincoln
Technical Institute in December, 2007 with an ASE
Certification in Brakes. He served one year with the
Maryland Army National Guard. His last
employment was with Pinkerton Security Services.
He was son of Dean L. Turnbull, Sr. and Ceciline
Uphrasia Murraine Turnbull. He is survived by his
parents, one sister, Latisha U. Turnbull, two
grandmothers, Ethlyn Hodge of Tortola, BVI, and
Beatrice Murraine of Ohio, and one
step-grandfather, Reginald O. Hodge of Tortola,
BVI. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins,
and friends. Funeral Services were held
Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Interment took place
at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.
Dean Lorenzo Turnbull, Jr., a 28-year-old Iraq War
veteran, lost his life in a fire inside his home in
Waldorf, Maryland on Saturday, August 9, 2008.
Dean was a graduate from Edgewood High School
in Sicklerville, N.J. in June, 1998. He served three
years in the United States Army as a Heavy Wheel
Vehicle Mechanic. He spent 12 months in Iraq,
serving with the 3rd Infantry Division of Fort Stewart,
GA. He was also a graduate of the Lincoln
Technical Institute in December, 2007 with an ASE
Certification in Brakes. He served one year with the
Maryland Army National Guard. His last
employment was with Pinkerton Security Services.
He was son of Dean L. Turnbull, Sr. and Ceciline
Uphrasia Murraine Turnbull. He is survived by his
parents, one sister, Latisha U. Turnbull, two
grandmothers, Ethlyn Hodge of Tortola, BVI, and
Beatrice Murraine of Ohio, and one
step-grandfather, Reginald O. Hodge of Tortola,
BVI. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins,
and friends. Funeral Services were held
Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Interment took place
at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.
SAMUEL ANTHONY VELLOCIDO, SR. - CLASS OF 1978
"A graveside memorial service for Samuel Anthony Vellocido
Sr., 44, of Oviedo, Fla., was at 2 p.m. Monday at Valley View
Cemetery with Barry Hooie officiating and Spry Funeral
Home directing. Mr. Vellocido died Sunday, April 18, 2004,
at home He was born Jan. 16, 1960, in Limestone County.
He was a software engineer. He is survived by his mother,
Sarah Wanell Vellocido of Huntsville; one son, Samuel
Anthony Vellocido Jr. of Oviedo, Fla.; three daughters, Amber
Leilani Dillard, of Dardago, Italy, Jade Maile Marie Vellocido
of Davenport, Iowa, and Jasmine Leinani Vellocido, of
Oviedo, Fla.; one brother, Randy Vellocido of Woodbridge,
Va.; and two sisters, Lisa Schleusner of Anchorage, Alaska,
and Pam Dolan of Huntsville; one grandson and several
nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to a fund for
the minor children of Tony Vellocido, in care of Randall
Vellocido, P.O. Box 7148, Woodbridge, Va. 22195."
"A graveside memorial service for Samuel Anthony Vellocido
Sr., 44, of Oviedo, Fla., was at 2 p.m. Monday at Valley View
Cemetery with Barry Hooie officiating and Spry Funeral
Home directing. Mr. Vellocido died Sunday, April 18, 2004,
at home He was born Jan. 16, 1960, in Limestone County.
He was a software engineer. He is survived by his mother,
Sarah Wanell Vellocido of Huntsville; one son, Samuel
Anthony Vellocido Jr. of Oviedo, Fla.; three daughters, Amber
Leilani Dillard, of Dardago, Italy, Jade Maile Marie Vellocido
of Davenport, Iowa, and Jasmine Leinani Vellocido, of
Oviedo, Fla.; one brother, Randy Vellocido of Woodbridge,
Va.; and two sisters, Lisa Schleusner of Anchorage, Alaska,
and Pam Dolan of Huntsville; one grandson and several
nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to a fund for
the minor children of Tony Vellocido, in care of Randall
Vellocido, P.O. Box 7148, Woodbridge, Va. 22195."
LAURIE VICK ASSLMIER - CLASS OF 1982
Passed away on Thanksgiving 2008
Passed away on Thanksgiving 2008
HOPE R. WADMAN JOHNSON - CLASS of 1987
Passed away on August 22, 1992 from a car
crash in Elkhart Indiana.
Passed away on August 22, 1992 from a car
crash in Elkhart Indiana.
| MIKE WALLACE - CLASS of 1980 |
KARIN WARMAN-KUEHNEL - CLASS OF 1984
Karin died February 14, 2003 of a massive heart attack with no prior warning.
Karin left behind a husband (Horst), two daughters (Monica Seiple, 19 years, and
Jessica Kuehnel, 14 years)
Karin died February 14, 2003 of a massive heart attack with no prior warning.
Karin left behind a husband (Horst), two daughters (Monica Seiple, 19 years, and
Jessica Kuehnel, 14 years)
JACKIE WALLS PACE - CLASS of 1980
Passed away Tuesday, October 18,
2005 due to a cancerous brain tumor.
Passed away Tuesday, October 18,
2005 due to a cancerous brain tumor.
WILLIAM and BEVERLY WHITAKER - FACULTY
July 21, 2004
William and Beverly Whitaker of Navarre, Florida, were both killed in an
automobile accident on July 21, 2004 while on their way to their son's wedding in
Virginia. The Whitakers had two sons; Kyle (HHS Class of 1995), and Kory. Mr.
Whitaker was the coach for the girl's basketball team for many years.
July 21, 2004
William and Beverly Whitaker of Navarre, Florida, were both killed in an
automobile accident on July 21, 2004 while on their way to their son's wedding in
Virginia. The Whitakers had two sons; Kyle (HHS Class of 1995), and Kory. Mr.
Whitaker was the coach for the girl's basketball team for many years.
JANICE EDWARDS COOK - CLASS OF 1976
Died in Oct. 2006 of skin cancer. She lived in Savannah, GA with her husband, son and daughter and is greatly missed by family and
friends.
Died in Oct. 2006 of skin cancer. She lived in Savannah, GA with her husband, son and daughter and is greatly missed by family and
friends.
ROGER O.SHEFFIELD - CLASS of 1981
Died of lung cancer 7/3/10 at the age of 46. Roger is survived by his three children
and a loving family. Roger was cremated and has a headstone in the Willow Oak
Cemetery in Mulberry, Florida.
Died of lung cancer 7/3/10 at the age of 46. Roger is survived by his three children
and a loving family. Roger was cremated and has a headstone in the Willow Oak
Cemetery in Mulberry, Florida.
REGINALD VAUGHN GAINES - CLASS of 1993
Born October 2, 1975 in El Paso, Texas passed away Sunday,
September 20, 2009 at the age of 33 years. Reginald is survived by:
daughter, Terretria Gaines; sons, Ja Quez Gaines and Tristen Gaines;
mother, Vicki Lynn Moore; brothers, Adrian Gaines and Kevin Moore;
and numerous other family members and friends.
Born October 2, 1975 in El Paso, Texas passed away Sunday,
September 20, 2009 at the age of 33 years. Reginald is survived by:
daughter, Terretria Gaines; sons, Ja Quez Gaines and Tristen Gaines;
mother, Vicki Lynn Moore; brothers, Adrian Gaines and Kevin Moore;
and numerous other family members and friends.
TAMIKA LARAINE FITZPATRICK - CLASS of 1995
Passed away January 9, 2010 from Multiple Sclerosis
Passed away January 9, 2010 from Multiple Sclerosis
KIMBERLY ANN POTTS - CLASS OF 1988
Kimberly Ann Potts - mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and teacher - age 40, passed away at her
parents' home on Wednesday, August 11, surrounded by her family and friends. She was a fighter, and fought long
and hard against breast cancer for four years. Born May 22, 1970 in Savannah, Georgia, to Robert Wesley Potts, Sr.
and Sharon Sue Potts, she attended Hanau American High School, Germany, and graduated from Judson High
School, Converse, in 1988. Kim earned her degree in Respiratory Therapy and worked for Christus Santa Rosa,
before finishing her teaching degree in 2006. She taught at Woodlake Hills Middle School in Judson ISD for the
past three years and coached the cheerleading squad. Survivors include her son, Donavon Potts; father, Robert
Potts, Sr.; mother, Sharon Childress Potts; brother, Robert Potts, Jr.; sister-in-law, Wendi Fuson Potts; nephew,
Lucas Potts; niece, Sarah Potts; aunt, Judith Childress Tardiff; cousins, Dana Tardiff Shirkey, Allen Tardiff, Andrea
Tardiff Affleck; grandmother, Rose Bransfield Potts; uncles, Thomas Potts and William Potts. Kim was preceded in
death by grandfather, James Potts; grandfather, Samuel Childress; and grandmother, Jonia Kerns Childress.
Relatives and friends are welcome at Sunset Chapel, 1701 Austin Highway, Monday, August 16, 5:00 p.m. with
Rosary to follow at 6:00 p.m. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 17 at St. John Neumann's
Catholic Church; Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial contributions are welcome at WINGS of San
Antonio and South Texas, a non-profit breast cancer treatment organization, in memoriam of Kimberly Ann Potts,
http://www.texaswings.org/donate.html ; or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - San Antonio Affiliate, The
Memorial Campaign in memory of Kimberly Ann Potts,
http://www.komensanantonio.org/make-a-donation/donate-online/ To pay tribute to Kim's life, visit our website at
www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com for more information.
Kimberly Ann Potts - mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and teacher - age 40, passed away at her
parents' home on Wednesday, August 11, surrounded by her family and friends. She was a fighter, and fought long
and hard against breast cancer for four years. Born May 22, 1970 in Savannah, Georgia, to Robert Wesley Potts, Sr.
and Sharon Sue Potts, she attended Hanau American High School, Germany, and graduated from Judson High
School, Converse, in 1988. Kim earned her degree in Respiratory Therapy and worked for Christus Santa Rosa,
before finishing her teaching degree in 2006. She taught at Woodlake Hills Middle School in Judson ISD for the
past three years and coached the cheerleading squad. Survivors include her son, Donavon Potts; father, Robert
Potts, Sr.; mother, Sharon Childress Potts; brother, Robert Potts, Jr.; sister-in-law, Wendi Fuson Potts; nephew,
Lucas Potts; niece, Sarah Potts; aunt, Judith Childress Tardiff; cousins, Dana Tardiff Shirkey, Allen Tardiff, Andrea
Tardiff Affleck; grandmother, Rose Bransfield Potts; uncles, Thomas Potts and William Potts. Kim was preceded in
death by grandfather, James Potts; grandfather, Samuel Childress; and grandmother, Jonia Kerns Childress.
Relatives and friends are welcome at Sunset Chapel, 1701 Austin Highway, Monday, August 16, 5:00 p.m. with
Rosary to follow at 6:00 p.m. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 17 at St. John Neumann's
Catholic Church; Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial contributions are welcome at WINGS of San
Antonio and South Texas, a non-profit breast cancer treatment organization, in memoriam of Kimberly Ann Potts,
http://www.texaswings.org/donate.html ; or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - San Antonio Affiliate, The
Memorial Campaign in memory of Kimberly Ann Potts,
http://www.komensanantonio.org/make-a-donation/donate-online/ To pay tribute to Kim's life, visit our website at
www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com for more information.
