Emergency Loop

Got this from Pam Kirkwood who does the BHS Loop:

Hi Loopsters...
There has been a lot going on in Loopland and I am not certain just when I will be able to get another regular "Loop" out...Therefore, we wanted to be sure and let you know about a couple of important things.

We are very saddened to tell you that Pete Graziano '64 and his wife Laney lost their 40 year old son, David last week. It was very sudden and the cause of death has not been determined.
There will be a Memorial Service for David at the Spirit Works Church located at 260 N. Pass Ave. this coming Saturday, May 30th at 5PM. If you need to call the church the number is 818 848-4158
Our love and prayers certainly go out to the entire Graziano Family...

Also, we received an email from our classmate Gerry Altman '64 today telling us of the passing of our classmate and Gerry's dear friend, Steve Poggione '64...Here is Gerry's letter...
Pam and Jon, It is with deep regret and sadness that I must tell you that our classmate, Steve Poggione, passed away on Memorial Day. He lost his long battle with cancer. Danny Omer called me late yesterday to convey this news. It is ironic that he passed on Memorial Day, as he was a Viet Nam Vet. He would call me at least once a year around this holiday. He served his country bravely in Viet Nam , but had a difficult time adjusting when he returned. He sought help from the VA to receive benefits he so richly deserved, but had to fight them every step of the way. He finally got help after three years of various appeals. I loved Steve like a brother. He was a loyal friend who was a big part of my life. Although I rarely saw him the past few years, I always could call him and we would rarely skip a beat. He is now at peace. May his memory live in our hearts forever. Gerry Altman

We are not aware of any family or relatives of Steve's where condolences could be sent. However, Gerry Altman '64 and Dan Omer '64 were very close to Steve and I am sure would enjoy hearing from any of you who were Steve's friends...
rdomer@aol.com>,
galtman@finsvcs.com

On a happier note, please remember the 9th Annual BHS/JBHS Picnic that will be coming up on June 20th...

The Picnic Committee (of which we are members) could really use some donations for door prizes. Anyone who has a business who would like to donate an item or gift certificate can mail them to:
Pam Kirkwood
2112 W. Oak St.
Burbank, CA 91506

If you live in the area and have a donation that needs to be picked up, email me at
pamkirkwood@yahoo.com
We have a tax I.D. number that we will be happy to give you so that you can write your donation off.

We hope next time we meet on the "Loop" that we have much happier news...

Stay Tuned...

Love, Pam and Jon