Occupation:  Mayor of Murray City, 
Utah
Website:  www.murray.utah.gov/defau -
lt.aspx?id=71
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  5
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November 1997 - Elected Mayor of Murray City, Utah. Determined to make it the "Best City in America". I'm now in my third term. It's been a great learning experience about what's both good and bad in Utah and National politics. I gave a talk once in church titled "Christ-Like ideals in Utah Politics" of which there are none! Have five children and three grandchildren. I lost my youngest son Denver to a pain killer addiction in 2007 when he took too much methadone to help him get off the pain killers. He had no fear, but was hurt several times and had numerous surgeries and became addicted to the pain killers. We miss him, but life goes on.
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
It's nice to have nice things, but being nice is more important than having nice things. At the end of this life, we won't be remembered for what we had as much as we will for what we did with what we had to help others. Service is the key to happiness. "Hatred destroys. Love heals and builds. Those who chose to be lovers of humanity will have much more rewarding and satisfying lives." - Dan Snarr Favorite Quote: "What is the essence of life? To serve others and to do good." Aristotle
From Daniel C.:
Attended the U of U for one year after graduation.  Joined the 19th Special Forces in April 1969.  Went on active duty in August 1969. Basic training and advance individual training at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri. Jump School at Fort Benning, Georgia. Gorilla Warfare Training and Special Forces Training at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.  Graduated as Special Forces Green Beret, Demolition Expert.
Decided at age 21 to go on an LDS Mission - went to Scotland and loved serving.  (Came to realize later on in life that who I am today was in large part a result of my military training and serving a mission.  Learned a very important mantra in the military - Prior Planning Prevents Pathetically Poor Performance - or as we called it the 6 "P's for Success.  My mission taught me that ones life in service to others is a life well lived. Came home from my mission and went back to the U of U.  worked my way through school driving semi tractor trailers.  Loved the open road and the big rigs.  Married April Thompson (Skyline Graduate 1971). Although she's almost 4 years younger than me I thought I could train her to obey, but I came to realize after two weeks of marriage that she was the boss.  It's helped me stay married for 35 1/2 years. Graduated from the U of U in Mass Communications with a minor in both marketing and Finance.  I tell everyone I gos a BS in BS from the U and have earned my masters in BS dealing with politics for the last 10 1/2 years as Mayor of Murray, Utah.  If I last one more term, I'll have earned my doctorate in BS.  Politics is a tough business but can be very rewarding. Worked for several years in sales and marketing for Fortune 500 Companies.  They wanted me to move around the contry, but I didn't want to leave the mountains in Utah.  The last Fortune 500 Company I worked for was US Steel Alside.  They sold the company and I was let go.  But I always had others working for me on the side while I was working for someone else.  Went to work for myself full time and made good money which I invested in land and other businesses.  I now own a few dozen FedEX Franchises in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland with other partners.  I later sold the rest of my businesses as I've been too busy being the Mayor, but I have kept the land.

Occupation:  Program Coordinator/Ski 
Instructor
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  2
Teacher who influenced me the most . . . :  Ted Wilson and Bonnie Bates
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Have loved living in Boulder the past 26 years. Worked the corporate life in sales and marketing and then was able to stay home and be a mom. Now I am a program coordinator at a private school and this winter will be my eighteenth year as a ski instructor at Copper Mountain.
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
Surround yourself with good people who make you laugh. Have a best friend for the journey!
From Ann:
Married to Cameron 25 years - he is wonderful and very patient.
Son Christopher is a senior in college at Montana State.
Daughter Allie is a sophomore at the University of Colorado.

Occupation:  Health Educator
Marital Status:  Married
Teacher who influenced me the most . . . :  Mr. Powell (art)
Occupations you have had:  Activity Leader for S.L. County Parks & Recreation, also Aging Services; Health Educator, S.L.Co. Aging Services & S.L.Valley Health Dept.
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Personally my life was quite stormy up to the last decade or so. My husband, Lloyd, and I recently celebrated ten wonderful years of wedded bliss. It's the third marriage for both of us (three's the charm!). Lloyd and I are pet parents to a feisty black/gray tabby cat named "Beouf" because he's so beefy. In 1996 I reunited with my birthdaughter, Katy, who lives in Bountiful, is married with four children and teaches science classes to 8th and 9th graders (brave woman!). We have a terrific relationship that is way more sisterly than parental. I find myself in the unique position of matriarch of my family (I still get no respect) with both parents and all grandparents now deceased. Four of my five siblings live in Salt Lake Valley, a sister resides in Albuquerque. Overall, I am blessed. In high school, I was serious and shy, but began to come out of my shell Senior Year. I joined the yearbook staff and can boast of many drawings in the 1968 yearbook - too bad I discovered that satisfying endeavor so late in high school. I was also unexpectedly added to the Honor Society making my parents proud. A favorite teacher was Mr. Powell, in art. I went on to study art at the U of U and finally earned a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts in 1980, accompanied by a sister and an aunt also earning BFA degrees. Though I've always lived in this beautiful, mountain-rimmed valley, I've lost contact with Skyline friends. I attended the twenty-year reunion and am excited about this one. I've gained weight over the years, but decided not to crash diet for the reunion. We're all in the same boat - much more beautiful on the inside than the outside. In fact it's mind-blowing to imagine so many people the same age focused on reuniting!
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
Be flexible and open to new ideas; forget about pleasing people (just be myself); steer clear of abusive people and highly value spirituality, expecting miracles.
From Carol:
I officially retired from Salt Lake County government employment in 2007 after 32 years of service in Parks and Recreation, Aging Services and the Health Dept., yet hardly ready for the rocking chair. Currently I'm double-dipping as a part-time Health Educator for the Injury Prevention program, S.L. Valley Health Dept. (pursuing a full-time position to get back affordable health insurance). I began my career as an Activity Leader, teaching crafts to children, and later taught crafts classes to senior citizens - loved it so much I've worked with older adults ever since. I was promoted to Senior Center Program Specialist and then Health Educator.

An interesting diversion was ten years as a volunteer radio announcer for KRCL 91FM - if my shyness wasn't squelched by then it never would be. I also served in several community organizations and in church (currently I'm the PowerPoint queen for Sunday Services at Adventure Liberty Park Foursquare Church). Six years in Toastmasters international, where I reconnected with Sharon (Funk) Sheranian, took my public speaking and leadership skills to a whole new level. I recently served as President of Utah Gerontological Society ( now the Utah Aging Alliance). 

A fun sideline has been teaching Precious Metal Clay classes at Beaded Puma (SLC) since 2001 and recently Kimball Art Center, Park City. PMC is silver clay that is formed in a myriad of ways and then fired like ceramics in a small kiln. Weaving was my passion in college and my twenties; now transformed to jewelry making. I've always been up to my armpits in crafts!

Occupation:  District Manager Paper 
Distributor
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  2
Occupations you have had:  District Manager Village Inn Restaurants

Website:  http://schools.jordandist -
rict.org/bluffdale/
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  4
Teacher who influenced me the most . . . :  Dr. Rippllinger - or was it making the music with the rest of you!
Occupations you have had:  Fun ones; Remember the Romantic Motor View Drivein? I sold reheated hamburgers there. A little known fact. Tour boat hostess - Glacier Bay Alaska
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I have four sons (two from the first marriage and two from the second) six grand children and three "grand doggers". Teaching in the computer lab at Bluffdale Elementary - a 1.5 mile commute - dreamy. Try the website with the grand kids. Jumped into politics - planning commission 8 years, city council 4, Jordan River Parkway Trail, gardening, reading and traveling. Life is good. Hope to see you at the reunion.
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
The smaller the town, the tougher the politics! Even at 58 it is not too late to get your Masters in Instruction Technology! It just takes a little longer and the 20 somethings will help you out! Favorite quote: "Life is precious as it is. All the elements of my happiness are already here. There is no need to run, strive, search or struggle. Just be!" Thich Nhat Hahn
From Colleen:
Yes I caught this 100 lb. halibut near Kodiak, Alaska. Yeehaw!  That's me and my husband Rick on the left.  We have been married 23 years this summer.  As Janet Muir says "So it took a Rocket Scientist to make you happy!"  Yes indeed Janet. 

Most vivid memory of high school:  Remember the double rainbow as we lined up for graduation? Playing the base guitar in the girls band with Jeannie, Claudia, Dori?  OK who else was in that band? and Richard Breinholt . . .

Occupation:  Attorney
Marital Status:  Divorced
No. of Children:  3
Teacher who influenced me the most . . . :  Mrs. Fernandez (math) Mrs. Sylvester (debate)
Occupations you have had:  just one!
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I practice law in Salt Lake City in personal injury, business, and estate planning. I enjoy running and am preparing for a triathlon.
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
Do have faith, hope, and charity. Don't be afraid.
From Earl:
Three children and 2 grandchildren.

Most vivid memories:
1.  Rick Rogers
2.  Acting in school plays  
3.  Sophomore football
4.  Giving valedictory speech

Occupation:  Dentist
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  5
From Darron:
Remember the mantra of the 60's: "Never trust anyone over 30."  We old farts haven't been trustworthy since 1980.  5 kids, almost 8 grandkids, lots of gray hair and undisclosed pounds later, here we are planning a 40 year reunion.  It's going to be awesome!  Wendy and I are looking forward to seeing everyone there.

Occupation:  Accountant
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  3
Teacher who influenced me the most . . . :  Mr. Ripplinger got me interested in choir music and for a few years I sang in the Mormon Youth Choir. I've always enjoyed music and it has been a gret help to me in times of sorrow. It has been a great part of life.
Occupations you have had:  I have been doing budgeting and accounting work for 2 departments of Salt Lake County Government. I was with the Health Dept. for 18 years and have been with the Library Sytem for 12 years.
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Janice and I were married for 25 years and lived most of our married life in Sandy (several houses). She taught Junior High at West Jordan Middle School and I worked for Salt Lake County. When she died in 2001 our family went through some rough times, mentally, financially and socially. We are all doing better now and my second wife Peggy is great. She keeps me young since she is 17 years younger than me.
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
Never give up. Seek out good friends. Take it easy. Have fun with your family and friends. Help others when needed.
From Lance:
Married my second wife Peggy almost 3 years ago.  My first wife, Janice, died in 2001.  I have 2 children with Janice and now one step daughter with Peggy.  I have 2 grandchildren by my daughter Erin and one by my step daughter Chadelle.  My son Morgan is 22 and single.

Occupation:  Clinical Social Worker

Occupation:  Retired
Marital Status:  Married
No. of Children:  2
Occupations you have had:  Special Agent FBI
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Worked for FBI in San Diego for 3 years and Chicago for 18 years. Moved back to Utah June 1998
Things I have learned since 1968 . . .:
No free lunch.