Ed McCaffrey (husband of Linda Calabro McCaffrey) Meets the Dalai Lama

EJ McCaffrey, son of Linda Calabro McCaffrey, shared this photo and news on Facebook.  

"My father truly has the luck of the Irish. Went to his cancer check up and found out he is cancer free; and then met this guy on his way out….."

Great news that Ed is now cancer free!

David Perugini

Tony Blaumauer – the older brother of our classmate Frank Blauer – has been a good friend to my father (Philip Perugini, Head Custodian at OHS during our school years). He takes him to play golf and on various outings to ’tip a few’ together. Last week I was picking up my Dad at one such outing at the American Legion Post 1597 in Crotonville, when Tony said, “Check out who’s behind you — from the Class of '65!” It was John (‘Jack’) Garrett, looking good, trim and very much like the Jack we knew in 1965! It turns out that Jack often accompanies my father and Tony on their golf outings. Jack explained that he had planned to attend our 50th, but a last minute family situation interfered. Check out the shirt Jack was wearing - Class Spirit is strong in Jack!

Roseline Poderyki Young

Hi all, I apologize for being delinquent in corresponding with my class members that made OHS such a great and comfortable environment!!! Henry and and I always enjoyed the full and mini reunions we attended. Sadly the last 1 1/2 years have been a personal rollercoaster of illness that has swung between disaster and hope... Henry became ill with what we thought was sciatica and I was diagnose with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer.  Luckily I have been able to tolerate the chemo very well. Sadly after a couple hospitalizations that Henry miraculously recovered from, the surgeon discovered late stage gastric Cancer 
(hard to diagnose early ) at the end of November during surgery that we thought would resolve his gastric issues. He passed away on Feb.28.   I am back on chemo for a second time and am trying to live day at a time (not as easy as it sounds).  I'm doing ok and have fabulous support from family (even though they live far away ) and friends.  I believe the friendships I formed at OHS laid the groundwork for the importance of friendship through out my life. I promise to be more up when I post again.  In fact , I'll start now by saying I was so very Lucky to have been married to Henry for 38 years that brought us closer with every passing year....

Mike Sellazzo Scholarship Event

The 1st Annual Big Mic Battle and Talent Competition (benefiting the Michael J. "Big Mike" Sellazzo Scholarship) was held on April 9th.  Thanks to Marianne Indusi Solak for sharing these photos from the event.

Michael J. "Big Mike" Sellazzo Scholarship Fund

Mike's Sellazzo's family has shared this information with us...

In MIKE SELLAZZO's honor, a scholarship fund is being created for 3 local high school seniors - from Ossining HS, Panas HS and Putnam Valley HS.  The qualifications are all of what embodied our dad,  community service, school spirit, and dedication to others.  We have a board that will review the applications.  This is first year so we not sure how much the scholarship will be, but whatever we raise we give 100% back.  It will help pay for books, food, etc.

The 1st Annual Big Mic Battle and Talent Competition (benefiting the Michael J. "Big Mike" Scholarship) will be on April 9th from 7-11PM at Table 9 Restaurant in Cortlandt Manor. We are planning an amazing evening full of good food, drinks and fun! Due to the size of the venue we have limited tickets and would like to provide our close family and friends the opportunity to purchase tickets before they are made available to the public.

Tickets are $90 for single or $175 a couple (this includes, dinner, open bar, dj & dancing) and can be purchased via paypal through the following links:

Couple:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr…
Single:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr…
Dontations:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr…

Checks can also be made payable to Pete Sellazzo and sent to 107 Highland Drive, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Please email bigmicbattle@gmail.com with any questions regarding the event!

Happy New Year to the Class of '65!

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HAPPY

NEW YEAR!

Wishing you good health, good friends, and good times

Condolences to the Family of Fran Antunovich Esposito

Fran's brother, Bob Antunovich and his wife, Sally, lost their only daughter, Rachel, unexpectedly on December 23rd.  Rachel was 24 years old.

The family didn't have insurance on Rachel, nor did she have insurance at work, as she was part time.  Bob's nephew, Bob Fiorito, has set up a fund to help the family with funeral expenses.  Anyone who would like to help can do so by going to this GO FUND ME page.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Fran and the entire Antunovich family.

Wishing the Class of '65 a Joyous Holiday Season

As you are surrounded by family and friends, and as you think about those who may be separated by distance or circumstance during this holiday season, may you find peace and joy in the beauty and blessings of your life. 

Pre-Holiday Pow Wow

Thanks to Marianne Indusi Solak for sharing photos of the latest Pow Wow held at Taormina Restaurant on November 18th.

Carol, Nancy, Dolores, Carol, Nina, Cliff, Art, and Marianne

Dolores, Carol, Nina, Nancy, and Cliff

Cliff and Art

Marianne, Carol, and Dolores

Marianne and Carol

Carol

In Memory of Mike Sellazzo

It is a real tribute to Mike that a large number of classmates contributed to the wreath for his wake and funeral.  All funds received that went beyond the cost of the wreath were sent to FAMILY HOUSE in Pittsburgh in memory of Mike.  The donation was for $650.  We are blessed to be a part of such a caring community of friends!

Here is the message that was included with the wreath:  In grateful appreciation for Mike's never-ending dedication and spirit.  We will miss your wonderful smile and your big heart!  The OHS Class of 1965

May we all continue to honor Mike's memory and his love of the Class of '65 by keeping his undying class spirit going today and always!