"Claude Hobson was born at home at the foot of Queen Anne Hill, First Avenue West and Republican, in January 1918. He lived on the hill until his last year. He and his wife (Clamara Skaw) were 1936 graduates of Queen Anne High School. [According to our QAHSAA database, Clamara graduated in '37.]

"Hobson went to work for the Seattle School District, becoming head custodian at Hamilton Middle School, Ballard High School and Whitman Middle School. He retired more than 20 years ago.

"Before retirement and after, he and his wife traveled the world going many times to Europe and then south Asia and Africa. He always said he had lived at the perfect time with the advantage of wonderful inventions.

"He is survived by his wife Clamara and daughters Joan (QA '65); Irene Zech of Houston, Texas (QA '66); and Gail Martini-Peterson (QA '62, UW '66). His ashes will be spread in Elliott Bay near his lifelong home."

"She was born in Bangor, Wash., on May 31, 1912. There she attended a one-room schoolhouse where the children took turns fetching drinking water in a bucket from a considerable distance. After completion of the fourth grade, she moved with her parents and older brother Alroy (Bud) to Keyport, Wash., where she attended fifth through eighth grades. (Corinne attended the past several Keyport reunions, delighting other attendees with her clear recall of events and people from school days.)

"When it came time for high school, Corinne rode the "Mosquito Fleet" across Puget Sound each day in order to go to Queen Anne High School. The ride was 90 minutes each way, so she played cards, conversed with others or studied. About 25 students would catch the boat at 6 a.m. and again at 5:15 p.m. The trip up the hill to school meant catching the cable car weighted by the 16-ton counterbalance.

"Corinne graduated from Queen Anne in 1928. She relocated to Seattle at the age of 17 and used her sales-marketing training to land a job at Frederick and Nelson, then at Rhodes Department Store. She moved on to work at the Winter Garden and Fifth Avenue theaters, serving as an usherette and spotlighter and welcoming moviegoers. Corinne often spoke nostalgically of those days.

"In 1931, Corinne met Axel Anderson, a Ballardite, who was working at Klopfenstein's Men's Clothing store in Bremerton. They married in 1934 and lived in apartments through the Great Depression. In 1939 they purchased their first and only home on the north slope of Queen Anne Hill. Their first child, Gary, was born in 1940. A second son, Grover, was born three years later, followed by daughter Connie in 1944. All three children graduated from Queen Anne High School.

"Together, Axel and Corinne were involved in Winter Club, a dance society. Axel continued to work at Klopfenstein's in Seattle while Corinne became very active with her children in Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts and PTA. She also was involved in many areas of activity at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, which she continued to attend until the past few years.

"As her children were finishing high school, Corinne followed her passion for learning and attended Seattle Central Community College, where she excelled in math and accounting courses. She then enjoyed a long career in the business offices of Jafco and Nile Temple.

"In 1970, Axel passed away. Corinne continued to work until 1979. Retirement allowed her more time to enjoy home and family, to read and to do crossword puzzles. She was also avid about Queen Anne and Magnolia garage sales. Her favorite purchases were wood furniture, picture frames and toys, which she lovingly refurbished. Her family became beneficiaries of her refurbishing talents; all have tangible reminders in their homes of her hobby, her talent and her love.

"Corinne also had a lifelong love of history, along with an interest in her community. She took part in gathering statistics for the Queen Anne Census. On a broader historical scale, she took two trips to Europe and the Holy Land in the early '80s, accompanied by her daughter and church members. She also enjoyed numerous jaunts more locally with family and friends.

"Corinne's other passions were her home and yard, which she maintained beautifully. Evidenced in her home, yard and all she did was the fact that Corinne was never afraid of a challenge or hard work. For many years she enjoyed the comments of those who passed by the property and complimented her on its appearance. She left that lovely home last Mother's Day to move to Ida Culver Retirement Community.

"Corinne is survived by children Gary, Grover (Adele) and Connie Graebner (Alden), as well as grand-children Taylor Anderson, Regan An-derson, Braden Anderson (Amber) and Kyle Graebner (Annie, fiancée)."

Vincent, president of the Bainbridge Public SchoolsTrust. "His commitment to education and Bainbridge Island public schools has been remarkable. Beyond financial donations, John has given his time, effort and use of his company's facilities." Donations made to the Bainbridge Island Public Schools Trust this year will support science textbooks and materials, reducing class size, and programs to retain the very best teaching staff.

"Successful businesses in a community such as Bainbridge Island have a duty to strengthen the community by giving back," said Eisenhauer. "I believe strongly in the importance of education, and with my own children in the Bainbridge school system, I'm more than happy to do whatever I can."

Bruce Bowe '62 acted as the MC, and he called on Major Whitney Mason, USMC, '80, to speak about her roles as an active Marine and as the new editor for the Kuay. Also, Golf Chairman Jim Bledsoe '61 spoke about the growth each year of the QA Alumni Golf Tournament. (Last summer, 72 played at Lake Wilderness). Jim, along with committee members Joe Samione, '62, and Marv Wilson, '60, still haven't selected the site for this year, but they guarantee that the date and course will be posted on the QA website.

War veterans and the men who passed away during the year were specially honored. In addition, two long-time attendees, Sam Zorich, '53, and Emmet Brynes, '54, were recognized. Since increasing numbers come to the event each year, many of them recruit others to join in this no-host special Queen Anne event. The way to participate next year is by marking your calendar now. The 2004 luncheon will be held on Tuesday, December 28th. We hope to see you there!

She was 89.

Born in Seattle, she moved to Tracy in 1962. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church.

She is survived by two daughters, Annette Russell, of Oregon, and Evelyn Kezar, of San Diego, Calif.; two sons, Paul Flick and David Flick, both of Oregon; 11 grandchildren, a great-grandchild and a sister, Evelyn Hegge, of Seattle.

Her husband of 52 years, Clyde Flick, three brothers and one sister all preceded her in death.

Known for her beautiful soprano singing voice, she was called "The Nile Songbird" and "The Sweetheart of the Nile Temple."

On Sept. 27, 1976, Ohnstad sang the National Anthem at the Kingdome before 61,000 fans assembled for a Seattle Seahawks football game.

Her solo singing roles in the production of "On the Road to Mecca" for local Masonic groups were a staple from the late 1940s into the 1970s.

A graduate of Queen Anne High School and the University of Washington, Mrs. Ohnstad sang in numerous local churches of various denominations.

Other musical roles included the lead in "The Desert Song," "Blossom Time," Brigadoon" and "Finian's Rainbow" at the Aqua Theatre.She was a member of Daughters of the Nile and past secretary of the Nile Ladies Golf Club.

Mrs. Ohnstad was preceded in death by her husband Gordon Ohnstad and is survived by her sister, Betty Gray [QA '40], of Queen Anne. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 22, at Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home.

She was 54.

She was born Oct. 7, 1949, in Seattle. After graduating from Queen Anne in 1967, Karin attended the University of Washington, completing her degree in 1971. Following that, she worked many years for the family business, Chris Berg Inc., in Westlake. She resided in Magnolia till moving to Edmonds around the turn of the '90s.

Surviving her are husband Michael D. Balser; stepson Matt W. Balser; sister Janice M. Berg [QA '68], of Magnolia; nephew Colin W. Baxter and nieces Allison M. and Anna C. Baxter; her aunt, Betty Lou Anderson; uncle, Elwin Anderson; and cousins Kristine, Kari, Eric and Annie.

Karin's fun-loving spirit will be missed by her many friends and relatives. At her request, no services

Born Aug. 13, 1957, Mickey will be remembered for his lively spirit and love of life. His legacy lives on in Seattle's communities, thanks to his dedication as a supporter of youth sports.

He is survived by his loving wife Jana; his two children, Haley and Ryan; mother and father, Mary and Mickey; his two brothers, Kevin and Patrick; and four nephews and two nieces.

A memorial service was held Fri-day, Dec. 19, at 2 p.m. at Calvary Christian Assembly, 6801 Roosevelt Way N.E. A celebration of his life followed at the NorthShore Senior Center.A foundation has been set up for the Family of Michael Merriam. Donations will be accepted at any Bank of America.

"Betty passed away Tuesday, December 2nd, in the loving care of Evergreen Hospice House in Kirkland, with many of her precious family and friends at her side. She was born Elizabeth Vera Adams in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on February 6, 1915, to Captain and Mrs. William Holloway Adams. The family returned to England during the war years where her father died a war casualty in 1918. Betty came to Seattle in 1924 with her mother, sister, and brother. She graduated from Queen Anne High School in 1934. Betty was always proud to be a Grizzly and attended many reunions. June 15, 1936, she married S. Richard Kimsey of Anacortes. Betty and Dick moved to Bellevue in 1939 where she has resided ever since. Preceding her in death were her husband Dick in 1949, her sister Eileen in 1952, her mother Amy in 1959 and her brother Don in 1997. Betty was an active member and past president of Overlake Service League, a charter member for 38 years of Soroptimist of Bellevue, Treasurer for the Bellevue Historical Society where she also served as docent at the Winters House. Betty was a member of Blue Monday Club and an active PTA mom, being president of Bellevue Elementary PTA 1940-45. She retired in 1989 after 24 years as bookkeeper for Thompson's Drug. One of her favorite pastimes was attending the grand- and great grandchildren's sporting events, concerts and recitals. Betty was known for her beautiful smile, complexion, rosy checks and never being with out her lipstick. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother and was known as 'the Queen' by many."

12/18/03 - With the 30th Annual Men of Queen Anne Christmas Luncheon coming up on Dec. 30, we asked Dee Hawkes, '54, to give us the background on MOQA. He explains that it goes back to the death of his teammate, George Varver, '54, whose photo you can find here amid other members of the '53 city champions, including Hawkes.

"On Dec 13, 1973, George Varver ('54) was the navigator on a Naval Reserve flight that crashed in Alaska. He, along with 21 pilots, was killed. Their mission was to pick up military familes so they could return to Seattle for the holidays.

"After George's funeral, several of his classmates got together for lunch. At that time, they decided that they would meet every year on the first Tuesday after Christmas. After several years of meetings went by, the invitation was extended to other classes. Graduates as far back as 1935 attend this special vent. The men have met the past nine years at Latitude 47/Rocksalt on Lake Union. [See article below for details on this year's luncheon.]

"In 1999, the Men of Queen Anne (MOQA) joined the Alliance for Education, a Seattle Public School non-profit organization (501C), which is better known as the John Sanford Foundation. The purpose of the MOQA is to establish athletic scholarships in the name of former coaches and players. To raise money, the MOQA sponsors an alumni golf tournament and accepts monetary contributions or personal bequests.

"The officers are: President - Dee Hawkes '54, Vice President - Roger Pinneo '53, Secretary/Treasurer - Stan Isenhath '67, and the board members are Jim Bledsoe '61 and Perry Perry '56. If interested in joining the board, please reply to MOQA, PO Box 294, Bothell, WA 98041.

"This should give you a flavor for our history. We honor all those who attend and remember those who have passed away. As always, the welcome mat is out.
The more, the merrier!"

12/17/03 - Dee Hawkes, '54, sent us the following announcement.

"The 30th annual Men of Queen Anne Christmas Luncheon will be held at the Latitude
47/Rocksalt restuarant on Lake Union. The event starts at 11:30 am with no
reservations needed. You can expect to see guys from every class dating back to
1935. If you have never come, you are missing out on a special time with old friends. So, make plans to join others in celebrating the Grizzly spirit. This year, USMC Major Whitney Mason, '80, will address the group. If you need more information, contact Dee Hawkes '54 (hawkes32@comcast.com) or Bruce Bowe '62 (bbowe805@earthlink.net)."

"We want everyone from the class of '55 to keep the weekend of September 17th,
2005, in mind for our reunion. A Friday night (September 16) get-together is
being planned at Hoyt's Pub. The reunion hopefully will be held at the Nile
Country Club on Saturday night and we'll have a picnic on Sunday. The reunion
committee has met over the past few years since our 45th and we are actively
engaged in making it a reunion to remember . . . if we can remember things for a
few more years.

"Please send any questions or comments to Jean (Hendrickson) White at
bjwhite710@cs.com or Marilyn (Woodward) Haymond at marilynhaymond@msn.com."

Long illness finally takes Bonnie Lee Marinez, '53

12/4/03 - Mary Lou Swanagon Cloud '53, sent us the following news about the recent death of Bonnie Lee Marinez, '53. Early this summer Mary Lou wrote to us of Bonnie's pending surgery. You may read that notice again by scrolling down.

"We are sad to share the passing of Bonnie Lee Marinez (class of '53). Bonnie
was not able to have surgery but remained courageous to the end. We will miss her! Bonnie was a cheerleader, active in many organizations at Queen Anne, kind
and a friend to all. She later worked for a bank becoming a loan officer, then moved on to insurance. Disabled in a car accident, she married Jess Marinez and moved to California in the 70s. Bonnie spent her final years in Hemet, California - living on a golf course. Her braveryand courage in her final struggle serve as an example to all of us. She passed away the morning after Thanksgiving."

As we noted earlier, Dennis Miller, '57, died in Anchorage, Alaska, on Nov. 17, 2002. His brother David, '59, sent us the following information about Dennis' post-QA life.

"He attended the U of W and in 1963 bought the Seattle Plastic Laminators in
Seattle. He left that business and went to Anchorage shortly after the 1964 Alaska Earthquake. He worked for Alaska Plumbing and Heating and eventually left them to start his own Air Balancing business, eventually getting into Air Handling and Pipeline consulting. He did many jobs related to the Alaska Pipeline.

"He moved back to Seattle in the mid 1980's, then to Marin County, California, doing his consulting work. He returned to Alaska in the mid 90's and was semi-retired at the time of his death."

In sending in his e-mail address, Jim said, "I'm now living in Darrington, near Whitehorse Mountain, following my parents' footsteps and my dream as a writer."

Dennis Miller, '57, died last Nov. 17 in Anchorage, Alaska, according to word just received from his brother David, '59.

Bill Quinn, '42, died this past summer, according to Alex Wabey, '42, who had kept in contact with him through the Ballard Elks.

Both Jack Rosenfield, '42, and Jerry Rosenfield, '45, died within the past year or so, according to the following e-mail from Neal Vonada, '45. "Jerry Rosenfield, class of 1945, passed away from lung and bone cancer May, 2003. He battled it for a few years. He was a jovial speaker at the 55th reunion in 2000. I had a chance to renew our acquaintanceship from originally knowing him at West QA in June, 1941, graduation. Jack Rosenfield, his brother, passed away last summer. Jack used to work the concession stand on the ski train and was just a great guy." Jack lived in Marysville, Jerry in Duvall.

Surrounding Hawkes last night were 12 of his Queen Anne High School teammates from the 1953 Seattle City Championship team.

Clad in orange and maroon letter jackets, the Roosevelt cheerleaders honored the team members at halftime.

The undefeated '53 Grizzlies from the now-defunct school played in the state championship game on Thanksgiving and lost to Olympia 7-6 in a sold-out Memorial Stadium.

"Then we played in sand and mud. The scoreboard had lightning bolts on the sides and when someone scored, they'd light up," Hawkes recalled. "On Turkey Day, no one ate until after the game. The stands would be filled and there were bleachers (at the west end zone) and it'd be standing-room only."

Quinn Redeker, who played tackle for the Grizzlies, traveled from his home in Burbank, Calif., to reunite with his former teammates.

"It's great to see these guys. This was pretty much the team. We all played two ways," Redeker said. "It looks exactly the same. When you get off the plane in Seattle, there's just the social attitude and it's in the air. This is a great place of great people."

Connie Jacobsen and John Flood wore their old letterjackets, orange, maroon and cream.

Hawkes, with the help of Barbara Nelson, president of the Queen Anne High School alumni association, put together the event and tied it in with the triple-header.

Nelson said that they got together for the nightcap because the grandson of an alumnus is a Roosevelt assistant coach and the granddaughter of a classmate is a Roughriders cheerleader.

SP4 - E4 - Army - Regular
1st Infantry Division
23 year old Single, Caucasian, Male
Born on Dec 17, 1943
>From SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Length of service 1 year.
His tour of duty began on Mar 10, 1967
Casualty was on Jun 17, 1967
in PHUOC LONG, SOUTH VIETNAM
HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY
MULTIPLE FRAGMENTATION WOUNDS
Body was recovered
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In his first e-mail, Jim wrote the following: "In reading the web page I noted the WWII Memorial Section and was struck by the numbers that seemed low both for the Gold Star and the total number of service personnel. I believe that a more complete list of both of the above was published in 1946 under the direction on Emily Mueller '46 (deceased). At any rate, I would like to submit a Gold Star name: Griffith King '44 - Army - killed in action on Okinawa, July '45. While I'm not sure, I believe another member of the class of '44 was also a victim of the war."

Further information came in this second e-mail: "I was working in the summer of '45 for the then Alaska Steamship Co. where Griff King's father worked. As I recall, he
got word that Griff was wounded and shortly after that (tragically just before VJ day) the telegram came informing of Griff's death. Griff was a member of the QA ski team... I only have a hazy recollection of another member of the class of '44 being a Gold star statistic. I'll canvas friends and see if I can get a picture from a '44 annual."

The numbers that Jim Baird found on our WWII Memorial pages are 2403 Queen Anne alumni in the services and 76 on the Gold Star (deceased) list. We knew the Gold Star list is incomplete because the larger list (of 2403) notes that 11 Grizzlies are prisoners of war in Japan or Germany and 8 Grizzlies are missing in action. (You can see the POW and MIA lists on the main WWII Memorial page.) We were working from a list that was published with the Queen Anne yearbook, The Grizzly, in the spring of 1945. Previously, Hal Will, '44, while a journalism student, had compiled a list of about 1,000 Queen Anne service people, 12 with Gold Star status. It appeared with the 1943 Grizzly yearbook. The list that Jim Baird says was done by Emily Mueller, '46, we have no further knowledge of and, of course, would like to find. Also, we are attempting to get a copy of Griffith King's yearbook photo to add to the 1944 casualty page.

We would appreciate hearing from anyone else who can supply information for the WWII Memorial.

Whitney Mason, '80, who will take over as editor of The KUAY newspaper beginning with the winter edition, described her Marine Corps duties to the rollicking group of Korean War vets who invade Des Moines' Yardarm Pub on the first Wednesday of every month. Following is a report on the luncheon by Doug Froling, '48, who has also sent three photos from the event. Froling, a Navy guy, and others who were not Marines were excluded from these photos. More photos are expected, however, and so we may yet see the QA sailors and soldiers and perhaps airmen who were there to meet Major Mason.

"The Major made it and we all had our usual good time. She is very easy to get to know, and all enjoyed her attending. She said she did, too. We asked her to give us a run-down on her career with the Marines, and she explained her present position with the "Marine For Life" program. It basically is to assist Marines leaving the Corps into civilian life. A very interesting program. She's a good presenter. Those present were Dale Keller '48, Bob Waitt '49, Don Rogers '49, Joel Nazarenus '50, Bud Hansen '49, Ray Grover '48, Vern Anderson '50, John Lazzar '49, Dick Kraabel '49, Bob Guichard '49, John Zirckel '50, Ben Noble '49, Dick McMurtrie '48, De Loye McDonald '48, Whitney Mason '80, and yours truly." - Doug Froling

Click on the underlined phrases to see the photos:

Good conversation

The Marine contingent plus one

The Navy shows up

A better photo