Our 50th Anniversary Gallaudet Class of 1976 Reunion

October 17-19, 2026

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Greetings from Gally Class of 1976!

Here is a list of Class 76 members profile.

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Date Posted    Name
a.        Enrolled  ~  Departed
b.                Major  ~  Occupation
c.                                Home State  ~  School Attended
Comment (Family, career, etc.)
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2016-04-23  ~  Bonner (Matthew), Mary
a.        0000-00-00  ~  0000-00-00
b.                Home Economics  ~  Retired
c.                                  ~  
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2021-10-16  ~  Boyd, Cheryl L
a.        1972-08-24  ~  1977-05-04
b.                Sociology-Social Work  ~  Outreach Specialist (Retired)
c.                                CA  ~  Pennsylvania School / Deaf
Enjoy living in the Bay Area with Gene & Furbabies.
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2016-10-25  ~  Boyd, Cheryl
a.        1972-08-24  ~  1977-05-04
b.                Sociology / Social Work  ~  Outreach Specialist (now Retired)
c.                                  ~  
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2015-12-07  ~  Boyd, John 'Phil'
a.        1972-08-24  ~  1975-12-05
b.                Business Adminstration  ~  Minister, ASL Instructor
c.                                  ~  
SYLVYA BOYD CLASS OF 75; 2 SONS; 2 DAUGHTERS; 9 GRANDCHILDREN
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2014-05-09  ~  Burton (Knox), Cynthia
a.        1971-06-01  ~  1976-05-18
b.                Sociology/Social work  ~  US Government
c.                                VA  ~  Iowa School for the Deaf
I am happily married to Mr. Steven Burton, we have two children (grown-ups) Kris Linn and Rachel Kay.
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2021-10-19  ~  Clapp (Halischak), Norma
a.        1972-08-15  ~  1976-05-15
b.                History  ~  Sub Teacher (Retired)
c.                                MD  ~  Ohio School / Deaf
Been married to Harold Clapp for 42 years ... three grown children: Kimberly (36) Drama teacher at MD School / Deaf; Larissa (34) K-8 School Counselor at Kendall Demonstration Elementary School and Jonathan (29) had been teaching 3D Digital Design at NTID for several years.
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2024-04-22  ~  Collins, Roy
a.        1971-08-22  ~  1975-12-22
b.                Psychology  ~  Retiree
c.                                VA  ~  Kansas School for the Deaf
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2001-06-14  ~  Craig, Doleac
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-14
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Sarah Burton-Doleac Children: Yes Through thick and thin, good and bad, I have nothing but good memories of the Class of 76'
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2017-01-22  ~  Crank, Lynn
a.        1971-08-28  ~  1976-08-28
b.                French  ~  
c.                                  ~  
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2016-09-14  ~  Cripps (Stephens), Joanne
a.        1971-08-01  ~  1972-05-15
b.                Liberal Arts  ~  Executive Director
c.                                  ~  
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2001-06-17  ~  Cripps (Stephens), Joanne
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-17
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: James Children: Yes JOANNE CRIPPS, a proud mother of two children Jason and Jeri and a grandma to Lyon, is Co-Director of the DEAF CULTURE CENTRE, a project of the Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf(CCSD). She has been successful with initiatives and spearheaded the development of the first animated ASL Dictionary for Kids prototype designed for Grade K-2, featured in Mediacaster Magazine, March 4, 2009. She has obtained with collaboration several million dollars in grants to expand ASL literacy development and was instrumental for the development of the ASL Parent-Child Mother Goose program. Joanne received the Founders Order of Honour, highest award ever presented by CCSD as well as the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal, 2003 for her significant contributions. She is author of "Quiet Journey: Understanding the Rights of Deaf Children" , 2000. CCSD’s deafplanet.com project was featured on Media Television, Toronto Star, MacLean's Magazine, Vancouver Sun and Standard Scene Magazine and has received awards such as Gemini Awards nominees, twice in a row, World Summit Award and NHK Japan Prize Grand Finalist. DEAF CULTURE CENTRE is being featured as one of ten best designs in Canada in the Canadian Interiors Magazine for architects.
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2015-12-13  ~  Cundy, Rob
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Physical Education  ~  Teacher
c.                                  ~  
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2014-05-09  ~  Cundy, Rob
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-05-18
b.                PE  ~  PE Teacher
c.                                  ~  
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2001-06-16  ~  Davis-Shelton, Madie
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-16
b.                  ~  
c.                                MD  ~  Fanwood School for the Deaf
Spouse: David Children: Yes Hi everyone! I still live in Maryland. I am a social worker for DC Dept of Mental Health Services at 35 K Street NE. I have been married to David Shelton for 28 years. We have two gorgeous daughters- Jacqueline, 25 and Karina, 22. We can share more when we all meet together during the Reunion weekend!
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2001-06-15  ~  Davis-Talley, Yvonne
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-15
b.                  ~  
c.                                NY  ~  Fanwood School for the Deaf
Spouse: Willard No children I am still teaching High School Mathematics (NY Regents: Advanced Math, Algebra, General Math, etc. at my alma mater,Fanwood for 32 years. I am honestly telling you that I am not ready to retire!! Enjoy working with HS students!!! Been married to Willy for nearly 22 years. We enjoy traveling during our vacations. I am looking forward to celebrating with you all for the special weekend!!!
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2021-10-16  ~  Desrosiers, Gregory
a.        1971-08-18  ~  1976-05-18
b.                History  ~  Secondary Teacher
c.                                BC  ~  Saskatchewan School / Deaf
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2016-09-30  ~  Desrosiers, Gregory
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-05-15
b.                History  ~  Teacher and Pastor
c.                                BC  ~  Saskatchewan School for the Deaf
We have been married happily for 37 years. We are a childless family.
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2016-08-28  ~  Desrosiers, Gregory Phillip
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-05-15
b.                History  ~  Teacher / Pastor
c.                                BC  ~  Saskatchewan School for the Deaf
Spouse: Linda Gregory has been teaching secondary Social Studies classes at two different deaf schools: Iowa School for the Deaf for fourteen years (1979-1993) and twenty one years at British Columbia School for the Deaf (1996 to date). He was a doctoral student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for two years (1993-1995) before he moved back to his native country, Canada in 1995 to teach adult education at Red River Community College in Winnipeg, Manitoba for one year. Voluntarily, he is an associate pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church of the Deaf since he was graduated from the Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri in June 2012 and was ordinated at his home church, St. Luke Lutheran Church in June 2013. His wife Linda is a retired teacher since 2013, but she is a full-time deaconess to serve Deaf community. They have been married for thirty seven years and have no children.
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2016-06-24  ~  Desrosiers, Gregory Phillip
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                History  ~  Teacher / Pastor
c.                                  ~  
No children
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2021-10-08  ~  Ellis (Clancey), Claire
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1975-12-15
b.                Sociology / Social Work  ~  Retired
c.                                CA  ~  California School / Deaf Berkeley
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2016-09-10  ~  Fishbein, Nancy
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-06-21
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Hi fellows 76ers i left but came back and finished school in \'81 but my best memory was when i attended in \'71 and belonged to class of \'76. i am still working as a pharmacy tech, going on 34 years (yup got to go when the going is good !) simply love long walks,some good reads and visiting family(MSD in MD) as much as i can. Hail to the 76ers
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2015-04-30  ~  Fitch, Paula
a.        0000-00-00  ~  0000-00-00
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
I left in 1973 and did not graduate. No career for me!
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2014-06-04  ~  Gilmore (Hunsucker), Cynthia
a.        1971-06-15  ~  1974-05-01
b.                  ~  Teacher
c.                                  ~  
Married to Thomas Gilmore and has four sons. Being enjoying as a retired teacher and loves to read books and research on spiritual maturity and many more!
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2023-03-15  ~  Hajduk, John
a.        1971-06-21  ~  1972-12-15
b.                Political Science  ~  Retired / Letter Carrier
c.                                IL  ~  St. John's School for the Deaf
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2016-08-03  ~  Hall, Ronald
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Physical Education  ~  Semi-retired / Teaching York University
c.                                  ~  
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2023-09-29  ~  Harbison, Charles
a.        1971-08-20  ~  1975-12-15
b.                Psychology  ~  Teacher (Retired)
c.                                FL  ~  Wisconsin School for the Deaf
Daughter Candi, Gally Grad 2007 Son Jake, NTID grad 2005
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2016-09-16  ~  Haring, Donald
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Mathematics & Psychology  ~  ASL Professor
c.                                  ~  
Pass this info to GUAA
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2014-06-04  ~  Haring, Donald
a.        1971-06-15  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Mathematics / Psychology  ~  ASLInstructor
c.                                  ~  
Hello! See you at Gally this summer.
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2021-10-15  ~  Healy (Born), Gerrianne
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Psychology  ~  Retired
c.                                WA  ~  Washington State School / Deaf
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2023-09-28  ~  Hill, Barry
a.        1974-08-26  ~  1976-07-30
b.                Business Administration  ~  Retired
c.                                NY  ~  Coral Gables Senior High School
As a widower I have two adult children.
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2021-09-30  ~  Huffstater, Gary
a.        1972-08-01  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Business Admin  ~  Network Specialist
c.                                ME  ~  NY State School / Deaf
One son, Jon-Erik; one daughter Ruby and two grandchildren. Retired since Sept 2016.
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2001-06-13  ~  Huffstater, Gary
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-13
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Janene Wright E79 Children: Yes I still live in Maine for 28 yrs and work for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as Computer Specialist. Plan to retire in 2008. My two grown children, Ruby and Jonerik. I was divorced 24 1/2 marriage to Janene Wright from Canada. I am independent single.
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2001-06-12  ~  Huntley (Gallop), Elizabeth
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-12
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Harold "Buddy" Children: Yes It has been approximately 35 or more years since I saw you all last. I left Gally in 1972 to marry the love of my life, Buddy Huntley. We have been married 38 years and produced two beautiful children, Son Barry and daughter Rosemary. They are now fully grown and married with children of their own. They blessed us with five grandchildren, four boys and one girl! We couldn't be a proud and doting grandparents :=) I am still teaching ITP in my 17th year at Scott Community College. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1994 with a bachelor's of science degree in Deaf Ed. We regret we cannot attend this fall's reunion. However, we hope to attend the 40th anniversary as I should be retired by that time. Do have a great reunion. Long live the 76ers. Elizabeth and Buddy Huntley :=)
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2023-09-28  ~  Jacobowitz, E. Lynn
a.        1971-08-20  ~  1976-05-28
b.                Educational Psychology  ~  Professor (Retired)
c.                                MD  ~  New Utrecht High School
Two daughters, Eve & Anna Wood-Jacobowitz graduated from Gallaudet in 2021. E. Lynn got her PhD in Higher Education Administration at Gallaudet in 2001 with honors.
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2016-10-27  ~  Johnson, Mark
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1975-05-18
b.                  ~  Retired Teacher (MN State Academy of the Deaf)
c.                                  ~  
We couldn’t come to celebrate with you. We’re sure that you’ll have a blast. We had a plan to celebrate our youngest son’s birthday in Sioux Falls, SD. Next time we hopefully will come. = Remarried in June 1982 to Linda (IL-78) & continued my Masters in McDaniel College (formerly WMC) until Aug. 1982. I got a teaching job at Arkansas School for the Deaf two days before completing my Masters in ED. = Prior to graduate school in WMC, Taught 2 years in ASL I and II at Lincoln Land Community College, Springfield, IL.. = Taught 33 years in the field of Deaf Education. Retired on June 2015 at Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (23 yrs.), DHH program in Minneapolis School District (4 yrs.), new West Tennessee School for the Deaf (2 yrs.), and Arkansas School for the Deaf (4 yrs.). = Below is my family picture. Linda as a stay at home Mom and I have 4 children. 4 children behind us are Chad (age 27), Kenneth (17), Amy (30) and Daisy (20). Daisy is the only hearing adult.
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2016-03-17  ~  Johnson, Mark
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-05-16
b.                History  ~  Retired teacher
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Linda Children: Amy, Chad, Daisy & Kenneth Not sure of exact date of enrolled.
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2014-06-04  ~  Kuglitsch, Patricia
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Psychology  ~  Special Assistant to the CEO
c.                                  ~  
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2016-08-11  ~  Lefors (Barbour), Peggy Lee
a.        1971-08-13  ~  1976-12-18
b.                Sociology  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Hello 76ers! Miss you all
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2014-05-10  ~  LeFors (Barbour), Peggy Lee
a.        1971-08-20  ~  1976-12-18
b.                Sociology  ~  Paster-Wife / ASL Instructor
c.                                  ~  
Prefer Facebook over pager. We have 3 children & 3 grandchildren. Love love love them...
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2001-06-11  ~  Lentz (Slater), Alyce
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-11
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Children: Yes A lot had happened since our reunion in 2001. I became widowed 19 September 2005. My faith in God has helped me and my 3 sons through this, along with awesome support from wonderful "villages" all over. I met a wonderful man, David Reynolds, in April and we are now an item. He will be with us at the reunion. I look forward to seeing you all!!
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2023-09-27  ~  Longo, Steve
a.        1971-09-05  ~  1976-12-15
b.                Sociology  ~  Senior IT (Retired)
c.                                CA  ~  California School / Deaf Berkeley
Engaged to Nancy Mitchell (ASD-'74)
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2016-08-28  ~  Lowen, Vicki
a.        1969-08-25  ~  1977-05-01
b.                Business Administration  ~  Supply Program Management
c.                                  ~  
Children: Sarah (28 years old) and Daniel (25 years old) I am a passionate advocate for the Deaf community. I was an activist for the Deaf rights and looked for different ways to work around the system. I started volunteering with various organizations in my early twenties. As President of IRS Deaf organization, I pursue opportunities(equal access, mentoring, networking events, motivational speaker, resources, training, and career advancement). I enjoy traveling over 40 countries, hence I love learning their cultures, perspectives and values.
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2001-06-10  ~  Lyles (Jenkins), Diane
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-10
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Ric-Olin Children: Yes I have three grown up children and am proud of them that they are having their careers. My oldest son, Chris graduated from U of Washington last December. He is full time free lance interpreter and part time consultant with Intergral. Katie is full time interpreter with ZVRS agency and enjoy her two daughters (Bella, 9 and Mallory, 3). Nick is busy working as a full time computer technician at the bank. My husband Ric is retired since 2008. He enjoys his life here and have a dog to keep him company. I am currently working as an ASL teacher at a private school (Shattuck-St. Mary's School).
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2023-09-27  ~  Malcolm, Richard
a.        1971-08-14  ~  1976-05-17
b.                Mathematics  ~  ASL Instructor & Retired Math Teacher
c.                                FL  ~  Florida School / Deaf & Blind
I have been married to Alicia since 1977. I have two daughters. The older one is 36 years old and hearing. The younger is 32 years old and deaf. We reside in St. Augustine, FL. I am currently ASL instructor at University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL.
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2016-08-31  ~  Matthews-Bonner, Mary
a.        1971-06-02  ~  1976-07-01
b.                Economics  ~  Dept of Education - CA Retired
c.                                  ~  
Children: David - 46; Patrick - 44; Aaron - 43; Tami - 38; 12 grandchildren
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2016-10-16  ~  McLaughlin, Linda
a.        1972-08-15  ~  1976-05-19
b.                Physical Education  ~  Teacher
c.                                  ~  
Happily married of 18 years and 4 grandsons, age 9, 7 and 6 months old twin boys.
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2016-03-19  ~  Mebust, Lanny
a.        1971-07-01  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Computer Mathematics  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Tracy (Abbott) Children: Elisheva, Ben, Ahavah, Daniel Mebust and Joshua Barron.
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2016-10-12  ~  Mitchell, Leonard
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1978-05-15
b.                Social Work  ~  Special Services Supervisor
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2016-03-17  ~  Mitchell, Len
a.        1971-07-01  ~  1978-05-15
b.                Social Work  ~  Supervisor, Special Services
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Christine No children I was a member of Class of 1976. I left Gally for one year and come back to graduate in 1978. My heart still belongs to Class of 1976
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2016-06-02  ~  Munch, Paul
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Physical Education  ~  Child Care Counselor
c.                                  ~  
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2016-06-02  ~  Munch (Salberg), Bunnie
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Home Economics  ~  Teacher
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2014-06-05  ~  Munn (Gorczyca), Angela
a.        1971-06-06  ~  1972-05-06
b.                  ~  Teacher
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2016-10-17  ~  Myers (Culas), Eleanor
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1976-05-19
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Graduated and served teaching in Malaysia for two years at Ibrahim Fikri High School. Married to a US man in 1980. Settled in US and Raised two girls. Then entered in workplace at Charles County Department of Social Services, MD. Spouse passed away in 2014 after a long illness. Became a grandmother of six children. Met a wonderful guy and decide to retire this December. Will retire this December after 22 years.
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2015-12-31  ~  Myers (Culas), Eleanor
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Psychology / Social Worker  ~  Services Office Clerk
c.                                  ~  
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2014-10-30  ~  Myers (Culas), Eleanor
a.        1971-08-18  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Psychology / Social Work  ~  Office Clerk
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2001-06-09  ~  Pizzacalla (Wojcik), Helen
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-09
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Mario Children: Yes After graduating with a B.S in Business Administration from Gallaudet University in Washington D.C. in 1976, Helen Pizzacalla had her start as a computer programmer/analyst in St. Catharines, Ontario. In 1992 she decided to return to school to pursue a career in Deaf education, and received a diploma from York University's Deaf Education Programme. Since then, Helen has been a high school teacher at the E.C. Drury School for the Deaf in Milton.
Aside from her work, Helen is passionate about the Deaf community. She served as President of the Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf from 1997 to 2010, was heavily involved with founding the Deaf Culture Centre in Toronto's Distillery District in 2006, and participated as a Deaf mentor in Deaf Women Leadership Training, a project of the Canadian Association of the Deaf from 2009 to 2010. Helen was also a course director for York University's Deaf Studies course from 2006 to 2008.
Helen is happily married with two children and enjoys traveling. Helen and her husband Mario have enjoyed entertaining audiences with their well-known comedic performances over the years.
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2001-06-08  ~  Rinas (Jones), Hazel
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-08
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c.                                  ~  
Children: Yes
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2016-05-06  ~  Rodell (Games, Deb
a.        0000-00-00  ~  0000-00-00
b.                  ~  
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3 children, 9 grandchildren and soon 3 great grandchildren!
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2016-08-18  ~  Rodell (Games), Deborah
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1972-05-10
b.                Sociology  ~  Retired
c.                                  ~  
Married with 3 children, 9 grandchildren & 3 great-grandchildren. Sold our houseboat of 14 years in KY. & moved to N.C. (June 6, 2016)
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2016-06-22  ~  Rodell (Games), Deb
a.        1971-08-25  ~  1971-08-25
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c.                                  ~  
Just move to NC. 3 children; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; Life is good
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2001-06-07  ~  Rodell (Games), Deb
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-07
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: Ray Children: Yes Sold everything we own to live eight months in the houseboat on Lake Cumberland and four months in the motor home (Snowbirds). Love my sweet adorable husband, Ray and our 7 grandchildren. Will go on a cruise to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary. Add scrapbook as one of my hobbies.
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2021-10-21  ~  Rogers (Burns), Mary
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1971-12-18
b.                  ~  ASL Instructor / Retired
c.                                NC  ~  Florida School / Deaf
Two brothers graduated Gallaudet ('73 and '79). However, I did go back to colleges in Tampa to continue education and receive two AA degrees in two different majors. Married 2nd time and blessed to have 5 step-grandkids in my life. Like to travel.
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2001-06-06  ~  Rowan (Freeman), Ruth
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-06
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Children: Yes I work as Overnight REP-Redsident Eucation Parentat MSD(Mississippi School for the Deaf)Jackson,MS. For 16 half years, I work three different positions. My husband, Tommy is retired and always gone for hunting for about for three months away from home about 45 miles. He ususaly comes home on first weekend of each month. My only daughter, Olivia become a young lady and is very busy as the Statewide interpreter about for 1 and half years. She has been enjoyed that job. Tommy and I celebrate our 27th wedding anniversary. We have two cats.
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2014-10-30  ~  Scharff (Denman), Lynn
a.        1971-08-18  ~  1975-12-21
b.                Biology  ~  Research Biologist
c.                                  ~  
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0000-00-00  ~  Schwebke, Bonnie
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1972-08-15
b.                Self-Employed  ~  Retired
c.                                MD  ~  Carl Schurz (Chicago, IL)
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2014-05-10  ~  Scott, Dennise
a.        1971-08-26  ~  1976-05-15
b.                Sociology  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Graduated BS and MS from Springfield College - Springfield, Massachusetts Have two sons
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2001-06-05  ~  Scott, Dennise
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-05
b.                  ~  
c.                                DE  ~  Maryland School for the Deaf
Children: Yes I have two sons who are 19 and 15 years old. I finally finished with my school (Bachelor of Science-December, 2003 and Master of Science - May, 2005). I am ASL teacher (full time) at the College of Holy Cross, Deaf Interpreter (freelance) and Sorenson Installer/Trainer. We live in Monson, Massachusetts for 9 years in November. We love here very much.
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2021-10-19  ~  Searls (Stern), Susan
a.        1972-08-15  ~  1976-05-13
b.                Psychology-Social Worker  ~  Retired
c.                                NY  ~  Lexington School / Deaf
Enjoying retirement with my husband JMatt and our family in Rochester!
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2023-09-28  ~  Shahady, Deborah (Debbie)
a.        1973-08-20  ~  1975-12-19
b.                Psychology-Social Worker  ~  DHH Teacher (Retired)
c.                                CA  ~  South Lake High School
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2001-06-03  ~  Swiatkowski, Ann Marie
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-03
b.                  ~  
c.                                  ~  
Children: Yes After my husband passed away 11 years ago and I started working as a part time bookkeeper. I am a grandma of 2 granddaughters and a grandson. Still live in Centreville, VA. My son and family are in Florida now. God is so good and faithful! Thank you God for Jesus in my heart!
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2014-07-12  ~  Thomas, Karen
a.        1971-06-13  ~  1971-12-15
b.                  ~  Retired
c.                                  ~  
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2014-05-10  ~  Wallace, Susan
a.        1971-06-15  ~  1976-05-18
b.                Psychology  ~  
c.                                  ~  
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2021-09-30  ~  Watson, Kenneth
a.        1971-08-16  ~  1972-05-18
b.                Physical Education  ~  Postal Service
c.                                CA  ~  California School / Deaf, Riverside
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2014-05-09  ~  Watson, Ken
a.        1971-06-16  ~  1972-05-18
b.                  ~  Clerk-Postal Service
c.                                  ~  
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2016-05-02  ~  Weinstock, Robert
a.        1972-08-20  ~  1977-05-15
b.                Psychology  ~  Manager, Enrollment Communications
c.                                  ~  
Married for 22 years to Dr. Judith L. Mounty; two daughters, Ludmila (deaf, 30 years old, graduate of Gallaudet University, Class of 2010; employed at Texas School for the Deaf), and Hannah Jo (hearing, 21 years old, graduate of Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana).
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2021-09-30  ~  Westerhaus (Fox), Mary
a.        1972-08-24  ~  1972-05-15
b.                Business Admin  ~  Financial Analyst / Sr Accountant (now retired)
c.                                CA  ~  St. Rita School / Deaf
Widowed from Bob Westerhaus (Class of 1976) in Aug 2019; four sons and one daughter, and eleven grandchildren. Enjoy life one day at a time for life is so short. Grab an opportunity to visit, help others, and travel when you can! God is good at all times indeed!
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2001-06-02  ~  Whited, Katherine
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-02
b.                  ~  Retired teacher
c.                                  ~  
Spouse: John Children: Yes I retired teaching at Indiana School for the Deaf for 33 years in June. My children, Colin and Ann, are student at GU (classes of 2012 and 2013). I presently work as DRM (Deaf Role Model) part time and volunteer at a several organizations and enjoy the adventures of learning!
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2001-06-01  ~  Young, Sharon
a.        1971-08-15  ~  1976-06-01
b.                  ~  Semi-retired
c.                                  ~  
Children: Yes I have lived in Colorado for almost 24 years. I have two beautiful daughters named ShaShonie and Kwani Star. Right now I am semi-retired and do work out alot and ride my motorcycle often.
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