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Virginia Roath (Atkeison) (1966)

To those of you who knew our classmate, Tom Ohl. (1966)  He passed away peacefully on Thursday (3/26).  He is survived by his wife Janice, a son and daughter and 8 grandchildren.  He retired from John Hancock and moved to Sun City West, AZ. and enjoyed many trips with Janice traveling in their "airstream" with the RV club.  I have many great memories of him and his family through the years, to remember him by.  He will be missed by me, his family and friends.  Rest in peace my friend.

Vern Larson (1960)

Thank you Virginia for informing the former friends and classmates of Tom Ohl of his recent passing. I would also like to enclude his 1966 graduation photo for all to take a moment to renew any memories they may have of him. 

                         RIP TOM L. OHL 

Tom Stewart (1969)

Our country is on total lockdown.  It is illegal to leave your home except for medical needs, to buy food, or to take a walk within 2 kilometers of your house.  All non-essential businesses are closed.  All hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, shops, etc.  Only pharmacies and grocery stores are open.  No one is allowed to visit anyone.  All the churches are closed also.  I am attaching some photos taken yesterday of the "diamond", downtown Donegal Town on Saturday afternoon.



 

Mike Miller (1966)

Thanks Virginia for informing us about Tom. I have looked for him for many years, but to no avail. I just assumed that he had passed away long ago. He was a good friend and will be missed. I am glad to hear that he had a good life and family. 

Larry Polete (Polete) (1964)

Tom Stewart. Donegal Town that's in Ireland, right?  Is that where you live?

Tom Stewart (1969)

Larry Polete....yes I live in Ireland. Are you Loren's brother.  His name is so familiar to me and I have heard so many colorful stories with him included from men like Doug Bera, Jim Clayton, Charlie Bowman, and Loren Cook.  You guys had some great adventures years ago.

Larry Polete (Polete) (1964)

Yes Tom,  I'm Loran's older brother. Class of 64. I played a lot of football,  basketball, and was on the track team.  My wife and I was just there in Ireland last year.  Started at the North end and finished on the Sourth end (Cork). That was my second time being in Ireland. The first time was in 2005. I had won an all expence paid golf trip for 10 days. Mainly stayed in Killarney but played at 6 different golf courses in an hours drive of the area. I'm a Vietnam Veteran and pride of it.  Was stationed in Pleiku up in the central highlands. (Oct 1966 - Oct. 1967) I now live in Banning, CA at the Sun Lakes Country Club. Still playing a lot golf.  It was great to hear back from you and looking forward to someday to getting back to Ireland and Scotland.  I will say Hello for you to Loran.  Stay safe & health.  And May God Bless us all during this time of crisis.

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

Here is a sobering website maintained by John Hopkins University.  Hard stats on covid 19.  The numbers on the news leave my head spinning, but this allows more thoughtful absorption.    China's handling of this seems to have gone well.  They may come out as the world's economic powerhouse with the least damage to their economy.  Makes a good argument for staying at home.

Here's the link. https://www.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6 

Batten down the hatches and stand by for heavy rolls as we ride this out.

Virginia Roath (Atkeison) (1966)

Thank you Vern, for posting Tom Ohl's picture. That smile and his upbeat personality never changed thru the years.

Gail Smith (Maxwell) (1964)

Thanks Gary for posting that site from John Hopkins.  It was a very comprehensive and easy to follow chart of what is going on in the world.

Jim Barger (1963)

Here is my Downloaded Class of 1963 Class Photo taken in front of the Old Woodland High School Main Building

Miguel Luna (1968)

THANKS 
I know that many of our neighbors fall into the categories below who show up to work daily to make our lives a little normal in these trying times. Let's thank them for all they do for us.
Thank you to the medical professionals, grocery store employees, delivery drivers, truckers, pharmacy workers, mail carriers, firefighters, police, nursing home employees, and everyone else who is working to save lives and keep us all going right now. 
Thanks. We love you. Stay safe and healthy. 

Theresa Eve (1964)

Yes, a big thank you to all those people you mentioned!!  They give so much.  May we all get through this difficult time and come out stronger in all ways.  Many economical issues need to be resolved, along with the major health issues we face.  We have taken steps back in time.   

Pam Wohlfrom (Johnson) (1969)

I have such sweet memories of Tom Ohl. Such a Gentle Giant and a great smile. 
he told us about have wheelchair raises in the hallways when he was in the hospital with polio. 
 I remember when I think I was a Freshman and Tom a Senior. We were in the church fellowship hall up on the “stage” area for some reason. He got down on the floor and told me to sit on his back and shoulders. He then proceeded to do push ups!  I was probably at 100-110#.  He was also in the FFA and raised a beef animal. During the fair he slept in the barn with his “friend” and cried when it was sold.   RIP dear Tom.
 

Pam Wohlfrom (Johnson) (1969)

auto correct is not my friend!! .. Having Wheelchair Races!..  oy 

Today Don and I went to the new "Senior Hour" at COSTCO.  What a pleasure!

We attempted to do so yesterday on the first day but drove around the parking lot which was not quite full and saw the line clear down the full length of the building so left. 

Today, we were able to walk right up. Monitor at the "corridor" of carts and at the door. We figured only 50-75 total in the store during our shopping. Everyone was polite and care not to get too close in the aisles. Only a couple of our listed items were not available but the tags were still on the racks. Got in about 8:15 and out well before 9 when the general public started arriving.  
  And yes the plexiglass shields are up at the registers and the unload and load the carts so you don't touch the belt etc. Also a shield at the door for the verification checker.  
so, big thanks to COSTCO and all those still in other essential locations. 
 

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

This should take your mind off the virus and transform you into the world of wonder...

https://static.uglyhedgehog.com/upload/2017/1/18/h1-456416-doc_20170113_wa0013.pdf

Greg Kareofelas (1962)

Thanks Gary, for a fun post :-)

Larry Polete (Polete) (1964)

Thanks Gary,   We just got back from traveling the world in about 15 minutes with out leaving the comfort of our home. And it was a terrific trip and in some cases being at those same locations ourself on prior travels.

Joel Childers (1966)

What? Still no toilet paper at our Fred Meyer Superstore yesterday? I read a different take on this besides people hoarding. It makes sense that people are no longer "going" at the office or work site or restaurants or any other public places, but that people are doing all of their "going" at home. I guess that makes sense. So I bought one of the last three 5-packs of kleenex boxes. I thought they stepped up production of TP. Whatever. This too shall pass. Pun intended.

The crocus and hyacinth are finally coming up. The sun is shining. Easter is coming. As we baseball fans like to say "Hope Springs eternal." Keep the faith. 

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

Hey classmates: here is a chance to make a meaningful difference in the covid 19 situation.  I received the below email as a member of Woodland Rotary, inviting Rotarians, family and friends to consider volunteering to be part of a million volunteer surge to help health care workers.  Please look it over; some of us are in the "need assistance" side of the equation and some in the "interested in assisting" side, so there is something coming for everybody.  I am signed up for the TeleHealth worker training for April 8th; hope to see some of you "in class".  Feel free to contact me if you have any questions (although at this stage, this is all the info I have).  It is all voluntary, no obligation if you get into it and it doesn't seem to fit for you...  And it covid 19 suddenly disappears, this will be good training for the next such situation.

Gary Wegener, 530 908 4914; gwegener4098@gmail.com

To All Rotarians in District 5160 -

I have an exceptional and extraordinary request of you, and all members in our district, to join the fight against COVID19. What if there was a way to help, from the safety of our homes, and make a real difference?

Our district is one of two districts leading in an extraordinary new effort, and your immediate participation is critical to its success. This program will be announced via a press release today (CNN, NYT, and other major coverage), and will be adopted by Rotary Clubs across the nation in the next few days.

The background is this: Two weeks ago, Rotarians in a local club engaged Rotary International to recruit 1 million volunteers in two weeks to sign up with Volunteer Surge, a new program that allows us to train online, for free, to become a Telehealth Worker, or a Community Health Worker. These volunteers will provide basic assistance, and will reduce suffering and save lives, locally and across the nation. How? By helping our health care providers to focus more of their attention where it is most needed.

TIME IS CRITICAL.

Please click HERE  to learn more and decide how you, your friends, and family can participate. And share this link with others on Facebook, email, and other social media.

The world is watching, and we, as Rotarians, people of action, are now truly defined by our actions in this crisis.

With appreciation and thanks,

Tina

Tina Akins

District Governor 2019-2020
Rotary International District 5160

925-260-8462
Tina@Rotary5160.org
      

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

Just found Yolo County Department of Health "dashboard" on the covid virus.

https://www.yolocounty.org/health-human-services/adults/communicable-disease-investigation-and-control/novel-coronavirus-2019/dashboard-and-documents

Judy Lynn Wohlfrom (1967)

Thanks Gary, that is great info regarding how to help while still being safe. I made a couple of cloth masks yesterday and made donations thru Raley's food donation app at check out. Please, everyone stay safe and healthy. 

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

At the risk of overkill, I thought this was worth posting from an email group I belong to.

Hello HPAC-

We regularly receive questions about what resources and services are available in Yolo’s various jurisdictions during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order, including groceries for low-income individuals and transportation.  Resources can be found at the link below; please check back as it is updated on a regular basis.

https://www.yolocounty.org/Home/ShowDocument?id=62639

Thank you-

Sandra Sigrist, LCSW, Director, Adult & Aging Branch, Yolo County Health & Human Services Agency

For updated information on COVID19 guidance, alerts, and resources, please visit www.yolocounty.org/coronavirus

Gary Wegener (Wegener) (1966)

This was in today's Sac Bee...  Here is a link that will offer you a reminder, and show you where to log in. (Can't imagine the bandwidth required for youtube to support the number of folks logging in...  hope it works as advertised).  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huTUOek4LgU

Norma Berrettoni (Plocher) (1966)

Thank you, Gary, for sharing the link to the county website and Covid-19 information.