– San Francisco Chronicle – (Mar/24/2009)   Betsey Thiefoe Auren   Betsey Auren was born in Dunseith, ND, on November 25, 1917, and left us on March 22, 2009. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Thiefoe, and the wife of the late Henry Auren. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Anne Auren-Gray; and loving grandchildren Will Gray (Vanessa), Jessica M. Gray; and son-in-law William F. Gray. In response to WWII, Betsey worked with the Oregon Shipbuilding Corporation as a “Rosie the Riveter” welder. After the war she moved to San Francisco, CA, with her longtime friend, Rose Fish. Betsey worked in the restaurant industry until her retirement in 1983. Betsey traveled throughout her life in the States and Europe. She was a resident of Noe Valley and a St. Phillips parishioner for over 45 years. Betsey enjoyed gardening, walking all over San Francisco’s unique neighborhoods, maintaining her independence, living in her own home, and attending daily Mass. She was a member of the Diamond Senior Center where she looked forward to luncheons with her friends each day. Betsey received her Last Rites from Father Tony in her home. Friends may call on Thursday after 4:00 p.m., and are invited to attend the Vigil at 7:00 pm, and the Funeral on Friday, 9:30 a.m. at DUGGAN’S FUNERAL SERVICE, 3434 17th Street, nr. Valencia, thence to St. Philip the Apostle Church, Diamond and Elizabeth Streets, where the Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Committal, Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers spiritual bouquets preferred. THE DUGGAN WELCH FAMILY (415) 431-4900 Off Street Parking       Andrew LaVallie’s funeral notice posted by Mark Schimetz (70): Dunseith, ND   I didn’t see Andrew LaVallie’s Funeral listed in today’s letter Gary, The funeral is Friday June 5, 2009 @ 10 am. The wake is Thursday June 4th, at 7:00 PM and Funeral is at 10:00 AM, Both are at St.Michael The Archangels in Dunseith. Formerly St. Louis.   PS. Andrew LaVallie siblings went to school in Dunseith, Dallas and Dennis were in the class of 70 with me. Andrew went to school in Belcourt.       Condolences to the LaVallie family from Diane Larson Sjol (70): Minot, ND   My condolensces also to the LaVallie family. I really enjoyed the pictures of the Morinville “kids”…I can’t tell you how much fun we had with them growing up. When going to Dunseith to visit, we could hardly wait until we caught sight of Aunt Lee and Uncle Bob’s house (the Hosmer’s) and the Morinvilles which was next door….no matter how many years there were between visits, we were always able to pick up where we left off… Bev, how is Debbie doing? Diane       Reply from Bev Morinville Azure (72): Dunseith, ND   I work at the Log house and really enjoy it Its the perfect job for me I love the people I meet from all over the world…. plus I have winters off GOD BLESS YOU …………BEV       Reply from Dick Johnson (68): Dunseith, ND   Gary and Friends, The newspaper article about Capt. Clark Hosmer making a belly landing, has me wondering which ‘new pursuit plane’ he would have been flying? I would bet our other military pilot, Bill Hosmer, would know. In 1945, my guess was that it was probably a P 51 ‘Mustang’ but the article said the Commander called the Curtiss plant for advice. I thought the P 51 was built by North American, although the design looks very much like the Curtiss P 40 ‘Warhawk’, my favorite plane of all times.Did the two companies collaborate on the design. How about it Bill? Thanks Gary! Dick       Larry St. Claire (66) plans to attend Seattle reunion: Anchorage, AK

Larry, This is wonderful news hearing that you plan on flying down from Anchorage to attend our reunion. We are excited to see you. Our reunion will be held on July 24th at the Best Western hotel located about one block from the Seattle center and space needle. Registration starts at 5:30 with social time until 8:00 PM. Dinner will be served at 8:00 PM followed with more social time. We have the ball room reserved until Midnight.

 

Please fill out the form below and mail your dinner selection and payment to Bill Grimme. I have also attached a word document of this form that can be easily printed out. Gary

Posted by Bill Grimme:

To attend this dinner, just fill in the following selections for you or your party, send me a check, and I will return a receipt.

Note: Dinner prices listed are inclusive of all taxes and gratuities.

 

NumberEntréePriceExtended price

 

______Pan Seared Chicken Breast$24.90___________

______Angus Beef New York Steak$34.10___________

 

 

TOTAL FOR YOU PARTY___________

 

 

Send Check to Bill Grimme,

3117 Memory Brook Circle,Birmingham,AL35242

.Phone 205-991-6512.

 

 

 

Hope to see you all there. Thank you.

 

 

Bill Grimme Class of ‘65

 

1966:

Top row: Donny Mongeon, Mr Hepper, Larry St.Claire, Tommy Evans

Bottom row: Allen Houle, and Jim Berube

 

 

 

Larry and Robbie St.Claire

 

 

Kenny Nerpel & John Bedard – 1965 DHS class reunion 7-12-07