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2007 Golf Tourney
It is that time of year again. We will be holding the
annual class reunion golf tournament on Saturday, July
14. This year, we will be moving over to the Chaska
Town Course. We have eight reserved tee-times,
beginning at 2:00pm. In other words we have room for
32 players. If we find out soon that we have more
players, we can get that taken care of.
This golf "tournament" is open to classmates from the
class of 1984, spouses, friends, and family members.
This tournament is all about FUN. You can be as good
as Tiger Woods, or you may have never played in your
life. We just hope you will consider attending.
Ted Smokstad is kind enough to have us all over to his
house after the tournament. He has a pool, so if you
care to swim, feel free to bring your suit. If you
are unable to play golf, we would still love to have
you come over for the party at Ted's. Everyone is
invited.
Please bring your own beverages. Ted will have sloppy
joe's or barbeque beef sandwiches, and I believe that
Lea Lennon is planning on making a little something as
well. For those who have been to this event in the
past, you know it's worth it just for Lea's cooking.
Please RSVP ASAP to Tom Mitchell at
tmitchell@kpsalesinc.com or call me on my cell phone
(612) 760-0605. Last year, we had 24 players. This
year, we've made room for 32 and would LOVE to expand
the field even further.
The cost is $65.00 per person, including GPS-outfitted
carts. The normal charge for non-resident is $78.00.
This is a good deal for an opportunity to play the
course that co-hosted last year's US Amateur Golf
Championship with Hazeltine.
I will send out information on payment, and addresses
of the golf course and Ted's home (just five minutes
from the course) once you respond to me that you will
be playing.
Thanks! Tom Mitchell
4th Annual Golf Tourney
Our 4th annual golf tourney will take place Saturday, July 13. The event will be held at the Crystal Lake Golf Course in Lakeville. Start time is 9:30 a.m. The format will be a scramble with 4 people per team. It doesn't matter your skill level, it's a great format for just having a fun time. So please join us for this fun-filled event. Who knows, you might even win a fabulous prize. If you have any questions, please call Troy Grengs at 952-953-4706.
Frank Coglitore's Fundraiser Highlights
January 26, 2002 -- Over 350 friends and family members of Frank Coglitore attended his fundraiser at the Richfield American Legion. Moneys raised from donations and the silent auction totaled over $20,000! A big "thank you" to all that supported Frank and his family. Photos from the event will be posted soon.
A Thank You From Frank's Family
Dear Class of 1984,
I would like to thank everyone who helped make the fundraiser a huge success. It was so wonderful to see that there were so many people out there who cared so much about Frank. I would also like to thank everyone for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. I would like to thank Tom Mitchell and Chris Plourde for all the hard work and determination that the two of them had. Frank had a heart of gold and he lives on in everyone that he touched. It has been a very difficult past couple of months and knowing that there are people out there who really cared about Frank and were willing to go to the extra mile for him has been a huge comfort. I wish that I could find the right words to express how much your kindness and generosity means to us.
Sincerely,
The Family of Frank Coglitore
Nicole, Kyle, and Brianna
Sad News...
October 29, 2001 -- We are saddened to let you know that our good friend and classmate Frank Coglitore passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2001. His visitation is Tues., Oct. 30 at White Funeral Home in Lakeville (3 - 8 p.m.) His funeral is Wed., Oct. 31 at All Saints Church in Lakeville (10 a.m.). God bless you Frank.
A fundraiser will be held for Frank's family on January 26 at the American Legion in Richfield (66th and Portland). The event will start at 7 p.m. and will include a silent auction and other activities. More details to follow. If you'd like to volunteer your time in organizing the event, please reply the richfield84@yahoo.com or call Chris Plourde at 952-440-6242.
3rd Annual Golf Tourney - July 7, 2001
Mark your calendars. We'll be having our 3rd annual golf tourney this summer on Saturday, July 7, 9:30 a.m. Like always, spouses and guests are welcome. The event will be held at the Crystal Lake Golf Course in Lakeville. The cost is $55 per person (includes 18-holes of golf, cart and prizes). Please make your check out to 'Crystal Lake Golf Course' and mail to Troy Grengs, 17566 Gage Ave., Farmington, MN 55024, by June 25. If you have questions, please call Tom Mitchell at 612-721-1617. Here's link to map
2nd Annual Golf Tourney Recap
Our 2nd annual scramble golf tournament was held Saturday, July 8th at Crystal Lake Golf Course in Lakeville. We had 20 classmates and guests participate in this fun-filled event. A special thanks to: Dave Raymond and Tom Mitchell for providing prizes, Chris Plourde for funding drinks and mailing expenses for next year, and Liam McDonald for helping organize the event.
Sad News...
Nancy L. (Hunke) Long, age 33, of Ham Lake. Survived
by loving husband, Tony; loving mother to Brian. Also
survived by mother, DeLeath Hunke; father, Ray Hunke;
sisters, Dawn (Brad) Williams, Jeanie (Erik) Anderson;
nephews & nieces, Danny, Katie & Michael Williams, Amy
& Joey Anderson; aunt, Ivyl (Jerry) Potratz; and other
loving relatives and many friends.
Memorial service was held Wed., 4/12/00, 1 p.m. at Morris
Nilsen Funeral Chapel, 6527 Portland Ave S.,
Richfield. Visitation was 1 hour prior to service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Morris Nilsen
Chapel 612-869-3226.
published Apr 11, 2000 (StarTribune)
Dave Solberg Fundraiser
Classmates held a fundraiser for Dave Solberg who was recently diagnosed with Myelodysplasia (Leukemia). The fundraiser was held at the Bloomington Knights of Columbus on Friday, November 27th. There was a dance and silent auction. Music was provided by "Sounds Great" and The JWH Blues Band.
About 300-400 friends, family members and classmates attended the event. The fundraiser was a great success. A special thanks goes out to the organizers: Ron Mommsen,Doug Menning, John Gleason, Brian Hugo,Mike VandeKamp, Pat Brekken and Kathleen Jacobsen.
Fundraiser Photos
Dave's Recovery
Dave had been in the hospital for more than a month (October - early November 1998), recovering from a bone marrow transplant. He is currently recovering at home with his wife Jennifer and son Zachary. He is feeling better and his blood count is improving. The recovery process will take about a year. During the year period, Dave needs to get plenty of rest and cannot work.
Great News!
Dave and his family will be visiting Minnesota in July. Part of their visit will include participating in the Golf Tourney and attending the Reunion Party!
You can still make a donation at any time. If you'd like to do so, please send to:
Richfield/Bloomington Credit Union,
c/o Dave Solberg Benefit Fund Acct # 15046,
345 East 77th St.,
Richfield, MN 55423.
Please make checks payable to Dave Solberg Benefit Fund.
Dave would love to hear from you!! You can call him at 248-887-3624 or send a card to: 4651 Fox Chase Drive, White Lake, MI 48383.
Is there anything you'd like to share with the class? If so, please let us know.
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