The MHS LUNCH BUNCH MEET EVERY SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH-HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
The March 2020 Lunch Bunch were a brave group. Those braving the Covid19 Virus to meet other brave souls are shown here. A special welcome to Warren "War" Weaver from Nevada is in order. See more of you in April as you return from the warmer climates.
December LUNCH BUNCH-
A limited number of hearty souls made it to the December LUNCH BUNCH. Frank Arcand (MHS '60) joined the group in December.
A limited number of hearty souls made it to the December LUNCH BUNCH. Frank Arcand (MHS '60) joined the group in December.
Lunch Bunch for November was terrific. We welcomed Neil Christenson, teacher and coach, along with John Maturen, teacher and coach this month.
The October 2019 Lunch Bunch gathered again at the Village Inn/Stadium Club. Lots of memories shared and discussions of those leaving for the south. These brave souls are sticking around for the winter (well, at least some of them).
LUNCH BUNCH gathering August 2019- We had a fun group at the August Lunch Bunch affair. We welcomed Jerry and Bev Kohn from Michigan and Joyce Easton's grandson, from Illinois, Zach Steffensen. I think he really enjoyed the old folks. Thanks for coming Zach.
May, 2019 Lunch Bunch gathered and what a group it was!!!! Lots of folks from MHS, and friends got together and shared thoughts and laughter. We welcomed Rog and Judy Hedin this month. Rog, returning from his health issues and lookin' great! Check out the slide show below.
December Lunch Bunch 2018 getting ready for the holidays.
The November 2018 Lunch Bunch was well attended with over twenty MHS'ers showing up.
Lunch Bunch October 2018-Some folks gone south but 20 brave souls attended this month. Lotsa fun!!
LUNCH BUNCH SEPT 2018-Another great time with good friends.
Lunch Bunch August 2018-Jan Spidahl joined the group this month. (L-R) Gary, Patsy, Pat, Bob, John, Jan, Jim and Pete.
Lunch Bunch June 2018-We hadn't seen Paul and Ann Stegmeir (MHS '60) and Tom Kluge (MHS '59) for too long. Welcome back. Great group again in June 2018. It's always great seeing our leader, Math teacher and coach, John Maturen at these gatherings
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LUNCH BUNCH-MAY 2018-Didn't get all the pics I needed for this great group but we welcomed Marcy Rose Dorau, DVM ('60) to the Lunch Bunch in May. Here's Bob Holly, Johnny Strenger, Marcy and Jim Greeley. It was terrific seeing Marcy.
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LUNCH BUNCH April 2018-Twenty-five friends got together for the monthly luncheon in April. A good time was had by all. Check out the pics below.
DECEMBER LUNCH BUNCH. Butch Rabel, who shall hereinafter be known as the official photographer, took the pics of the Dec. gathering. Lots of classes represented here. I heard it was a great time had by all....as usual!
Lunch Bunch Nov. 2017. Nice gathering of MHS'ers again this month. Butch Rabel bailed out before the pics were taken but he was there.
October 2017 Lunch Bunch
What a banner group we had at the Oct. Lunch Bunch. The 1960 class was best represented (as it should be) but no one seemed to hold it against us. The visiting was fun, interesting and informative. Hope to see y'all on November 9th.
What a banner group we had at the Oct. Lunch Bunch. The 1960 class was best represented (as it should be) but no one seemed to hold it against us. The visiting was fun, interesting and informative. Hope to see y'all on November 9th.
Lunch Bunch August 2017 featured a lively group getting ready for the All Class Gathering Aug. 25th at the Dugout. See ya there!
Lunch Bunch July 2017- Thanks to Mary Jo Stangl for taking over the photog job for the July Luncheon...Great job!! It looks as if everyone enjoyed the gathering again in July. Prepare for the August Lunch and
June 2017 was a great Lunch Bunch Group
The Snowbirds arrived back home and it was a great May 2017 Luncheon gathering of MHS alumni
Had a nice group for the March 2017 Lunch Bunch. Notice Kay Rabel is missing from the pics....she took'um. Thanks Kay!!
Not a BIG group but a fun one at the Feb. luncheon. See you at the March 10th Lunch. Snowbirds will be coming home soon!
L to R Pete Kluegel,John Strenger,Jim Greeley,Bob Holly,Paul Stegmeir,Phil Zietlow,Terry and Karen Ford
December 2016 Lunch Bunch- Friends sharing lunch and memories.
October 2016 Lunch Bunch
September 2016 Lunch Bunch
August 2016 Lunch Bunch-Quality, no need for Quantity
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May-2016 Lunch Bunch was
Great time....Great group! May's lunch was a BLOCKBUSTER with snowbirds back home for the summer.! It was great seeing Jerry VanBlaricom visiting from California and Cookie Stuart Baer from Oregon! |
May Lunch Bunch, one of the biggest groups EVER~! THIRTY-FIVE friends met in May to share!
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April 2016 Lunch Bunch- More Pics! L-R (top row and L-R bottom row
Gene Rabel, John Schlagel, Jim Greeley, Ruth Nielsen, Dave Olufson, Kay Rabel and Joyce Easton.....Judy Schifsky, MaryAnn Stuart, Phil Zietlow, Jim Langford, Bob Holly, Peg Zimmerman,Pete Kluegel, Karen and Terry Ford.
Gene Rabel, John Schlagel, Jim Greeley, Ruth Nielsen, Dave Olufson, Kay Rabel and Joyce Easton.....Judy Schifsky, MaryAnn Stuart, Phil Zietlow, Jim Langford, Bob Holly, Peg Zimmerman,Pete Kluegel, Karen and Terry Ford.
LUNCH BUNCH-March 2016-A great group of twenty gathered for the March Luncheon. Lots of thoughts of our friends that have passed this past month and memories of the old days. For more pics of the lunch, click on the "Lunches" tab above. Can you ID these folks? I'll help you(L-R) Peggy Zimmerman, Gene Rabel, Judy Schifsky, Laurel Harholdt, Phil Zietlow, MaryAnn Stuart
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March 2016 Lunch Bunch-(top, across L-R) Harv Strecker,Bill Gary,Jim Langford,Dave Swansick, John Maturen, Laurel Harholdt (bottom L-R) Pete Kluegel, John Schlagel, Harv, Tom Langford, Joyce Easton, Joyce, Pat Wessel, Jim Greeley, Royce Morrissette, Kay Rabel, Terry Ford
February 2016 Lunch Bunch...welcome Phil Zietlow to the Feb. group. Good time had by all!
Nice group to start the January 2016 Lunch Group. Top L-Jerry Strenger,Kay Rabel,Gene Rabel, John Maturen, Jim Greeley, Jean Strenger, Kay Heinsch, Pete Kluegel, John Strenger
Bottom-Pete Kluegel, Terry and Karen Ford, Jim Langford, Bill Gary, Joyce Easton, John Schlagel. Next luncheon February 11th at the Stadium Club/Village Inn. See you there!
Bottom-Pete Kluegel, Terry and Karen Ford, Jim Langford, Bill Gary, Joyce Easton, John Schlagel. Next luncheon February 11th at the Stadium Club/Village Inn. See you there!
Lunch Bunch December 2015-Almost twenty folks got together for the monthly lunch in December 2015. (Left Pic L-R) Kris Anderson, Norb Peltier, Tom Magnuson, Rick DeMars, Terry Ford, Raoul Dufresne, Jeanne Harrod Strenger and Kay Rabel (Right Pic R-L) John Schlagel, Bob Holly, Dick Kluegel, Karen Ford, Jim Langford, Len Capaul, John Strenger(hidden), Gene Rabel and Gary Jensen.
L-R Terry Ford, Jerry Robinson, Raoul Dufresne..serious eating!
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R-L - Karen Ford, Jim Langford, Len Capaul, John Strenger, Gene Rabel, Gary Jensen, Jerry Robinson and Terry Ford
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Lunch Bunch Sept. 2015
The highlight of the lunch this month was a visit by Dick ODea after many years. Great seeing you Dick! Looking forward to many more visits. Here are some of the pics of the September Lunch. (Top L-R) Jim Greeley, Judy Schifsky, Dick ODea, Carole Lennartson, Jim Langford, Al Stiles, Mary Stiles, Pete Kluegel, John Maturen, Kris Anderson (bottom) John Maturen, Bob Holly, Bill Gary, Dick ODea, George Hill, Diana Hill
Lunch Bunch June 2015
A nice variety of guys and gals came to the June Luncheon. See you next month.
A nice variety of guys and gals came to the June Luncheon. See you next month.
Lunch Bunch May 2015-There was a near record number of folks that gathered together for the regular luncheon in May. See the collage of pics from the lunch by clicking "lunches" at the top of the page.
Check out the many folks that attended the May luncheon.
Lunch Bunch April 2015-Top L-R Grover Eaton, Bob Holly, Paul Stegmeir,Barb Lodahl,Kris Anderson-BottomL-R Dave Harrod, Pete Kluegel, John Strenger
Welcome to Carolyn Nelson (MHS'55) in the month of April. Great folks again and we're all looking forward to seeing our "Snowbirds" next month, May 14th.
Welcome to Carolyn Nelson (MHS'55) in the month of April. Great folks again and we're all looking forward to seeing our "Snowbirds" next month, May 14th.
More March 2015 Lunch Bunch Pics:
Karen, Kris, Joyce , Bev and Bob
Lael Eaton, Mary Tonder, Jan Spidahl
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Peggy Zimmerman Bergeron, Pete Kluegel, Bill Gary
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Johnny Strenger and Bev Howell Junker and Tom Langford.
Karen and Terry Ford, Jim Langford
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Stadium Club owner and MHS schoolmate Mile Krey and Jeanne Blasena
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December 2014 Lunch Bunch
Sixteen "lunchers" gathered at the Stadium Club/Village Inn. Going around the table L to R are: Grover Eaton, John Strenger, Jim Greeley, John Schlagel, Bill Gary, Pete Kluegel, Raoul DuFresne, Len Capaul, Terry and Karen Ford, George Hill and Sandy Flint Keister. Out of Picture are Lael Eaton Ramaley, Tom, Jim and Cheryl Langford.
Sixteen "lunchers" gathered at the Stadium Club/Village Inn. Going around the table L to R are: Grover Eaton, John Strenger, Jim Greeley, John Schlagel, Bill Gary, Pete Kluegel, Raoul DuFresne, Len Capaul, Terry and Karen Ford, George Hill and Sandy Flint Keister. Out of Picture are Lael Eaton Ramaley, Tom, Jim and Cheryl Langford.
- Sixteen folks prepared for the holidays by joining for lunch in December. Lots of laughs this time as usual. Hope to see everyone that can make Feb. 12th.
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November 2014 Lunch Bunch - The snow didn't bother a bunch of friends who attended November's lunch.
(Top L-R) George and Diana Hill,Terry and Karen Ford -Lael Eaton Ramaley, Peg Zimmerman Balergon, -Pete Kluegel, Gene Rabel,Art Bystrom - Bill Gary,Len Capaul - Joyce Easton, Karen Duncan Brueske, Kris Anderson - Pat Wessel Mitchell, Bob Holly October 2014 Lunch Bunch-The great part of the regular lunches is that many different folks attend each month. You never know who you're going to see and it's always fun to see new folks or those you haven't seen for a while. (Click on a picture to enlarge and scroll arrow right) (Top L-R)-Len Capaul, John Maturen, Al Stiles, Cookie Stuart Baer, MaryStuart Minke, Jim Greeley, Carole Babbit, Jerry Robinson. (Row 2 L-R) -Bob Holly, Fred Reynolds, Lael Eaton Ramaley, Pete Kluegel, Jim and Cheryl Langford, Peggy Zimmerman Bergeron and Pat Wessel Mitchell. Joan Harrod Ross had to leave early before pics were taken. |
September 2014 Lunch Bunch- Had lots of good friends at the Sept. lunch (32 of 'em-see below) and had a great time talking about the good old days and learning more about where folks have been and when some of them will be going south for the winter....lucky stiffs!
We welcomed brothers and sisters, Gary and Sandy Flint (L) and Jan and Al Spidahl (R). It was great having them aboard. What a great group this month.
We welcomed brothers and sisters, Gary and Sandy Flint (L) and Jan and Al Spidahl (R). It was great having them aboard. What a great group this month.
Gary and Sandy flint and Jan and Al Spidahl
Class of '55..WELCOME!
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Bill,Butch,Gary,Royce and Len
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August 2014 Lunch Bunch
New/old friends joined us in August and it was great to see them all. Great to see everyone sharing. |
Rog,Diane,Grover and Bob
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Mary and Al Stiles
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Jerry Peirre and Jeff Duvlea
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Jerry,John, Patty and Pat
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'60 was well represented
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July 2014 Lunch Bunch
Wouldn't you know Bob Holly and Lee Capaul would be with the gals from 1960? Carole, Jeanne, Karen Jan and Lael shared a table. (Pic 2) Jerry Robinson, Johnny Strenger, Jim Greeley, John Schlagel and Terry Ford pose for the camera. (Pic 3) Maryann and Cookie Stuart, Helen Myhre, Karen and Terry Ford. (Pic 4) Babs Robinson, Jerry Robinson, Paul and Anne Stegmeir. (Pic 5) Tom Langford Terry and Karen Ford and Al Stiles. (Pic 6) Jim and Cheryl Langford, Bill Gary. (Pic 7) George Hill and George Kruse. (Pic 8) Pat Wessel and Peg Zimmerman. (Pic 9) Greg Larock, Fred Reynolds, Pete Kluegel. (Pic 10)Paul and Anne Stegmeir, Sue Hazard and Jean Gary
What a great showing at the July 2014 lunch!! Over 40 of our friends came to share memories and ailments. Here are some pics of the gang.
JUNE LUNCH BUNCH-2014-
From 1956 to 1964, they came to share stories and memories.
John Maturen, as always, held the group in check.
From 1956 to 1964, they came to share stories and memories.
John Maturen, as always, held the group in check.
MAY LUNCH BUNCH-2014 Nice group of old friends gathered again in May for the monthly lunch....recognize anyone?
April 2014 Lunch Bunch
March 2014 Lunch Bunch
Enjoy the pics of the March Lunch Bunch. We're looking forward to seeing some of our "snowbirds" next month and in May.
Enjoy the pics of the March Lunch Bunch. We're looking forward to seeing some of our "snowbirds" next month and in May.
The February 2014 cold snap gave in for a couple of days, allowing the "Lunch Bunch" to get together. It was great seeing Dean and Mary Shawbold this month. Hope to see you all on March 13th...same time same place!
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Pat Wessel, Lael Eaton,Harv Strecker, John Duvlea, Jim and Cheryl Langford, Mary and Dean Shawbold, Bob Holly, John Maturen, John Schlagle, Karen and Terry Ford, Rick Demars and Pete Kluegel.
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Gals get together!
MHS '60 gals got together for lunch a few months back.
(L-R)Lael Eaton,Karen Becker, Judy Babbitt, Jeanne Ruhberg, Marlene Jeska,Sandy Flint, Ina Street, Sandy Rudin,Jan Spidahl and Shirley Genz (click on pic to enlarge). Think they had a good time?? You bet!
(L-R)Lael Eaton,Karen Becker, Judy Babbitt, Jeanne Ruhberg, Marlene Jeska,Sandy Flint, Ina Street, Sandy Rudin,Jan Spidahl and Shirley Genz (click on pic to enlarge). Think they had a good time?? You bet!
(L-R) Jim Langford, Art Bystrom, Tom Lessard, John Duvlea, Jeff Duvlea, Pete Kluegel, Peggy Zimmerman, Jerry Pierre.
Jan. 2014 LUNCH BUNCH
Every month brings a new face to the group. This month we welcomed Tom Lessard to the mix. Good group again this month. Next lunch Feb. 13th. Hope to see you there....it's warming up!
Every month brings a new face to the group. This month we welcomed Tom Lessard to the mix. Good group again this month. Next lunch Feb. 13th. Hope to see you there....it's warming up!
Gary Jensen, Peggy Zimmerman and Terry Ford
John Duvlea, Peek-a-boo Peggers , Jeff Duvlea, The best server Diane Roettger, Art Bystrom and George Hill
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Pat Wessel and Jim Greeley
It warmed up just in time for all of us hardy folks from the Northland to get out and among 'em. Mike Krey's Village Inn/Stadium Club is a perfect venue.....great grub and a lot of room to roam. It's nice to see old friends from the good old days. Lots to talk about!
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Another fun lunch in November-2013
ABOVE: Rick Demars, Karen Duncan, Harvey Strecker, Len Capaul
RIGHT: Karen and Terry Ford
Karen, Harvey, Len and Joyce Easton
Bob Holly, Pete Kluegel and Dave Harrod
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Jean Harrod Strenger and Ita Harrod (Mrs. Dave)
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Great to see Bruce Faribault at this months lunch. It brought back lots of memories. Here, Bruce yaks it up with Johnny Strenger.
It was fun seeing Rick Demars see his former neighbor, Lael Eaton come into the building. He went over, gave her a big hug, asked her if she remembered him from 50 years ago and the smiles and fun began!!! This is what it's all about folks. Hope to see you December 12th, same time, same place.
September 2013 Lunch Bunch - More than ever!
Top to Bottom -L to R (As always, Maiden names always ..Jerry Robinson, Babs Robinson, John Duvlea, Norb Peltier, Carole Lennartsen, Lael Eaton, Al Stiles, Harvey Strecker, Joyce Easton, Karen Rudin, Patty Reed,Nancy Dunlap, Laurel Harholt, Karen Duncan, Kris Hanson, Patsy Willis, Jeff Duvlea, Jerry Pierre, Gary Jensen, Sharon, Laurel, Karen and Kris (again), Patsy Willis Peggy Zimmerman, Pete Kluegel, Pat Willis and Jim Langford. Bill Gary and Sue Sell had to leave early.
Thirty-two of the MHS grads made it to the August lunch bash! Classes '58 to '64 were represented and it was great. Thanks so much, from Jim and I to all of you, for the surprise B'day card and cake. I think I know who started that event and we'll getcha back, I promise. Here are some pics of those that attended. What a great time!!!
August 2013 Lunch gang!
I'll bet Johnny Strenger remembers this former student who says "Hi, Mr. Strenger!"
Another August lunch pic
We have the best service from the "Stadium" Staff! Do you see her?
July 2013 Lunch Bunch got together and shared.......
We had a bunch for lunch in June 2013....recognize anyone?
Feb. 2013 Lunch Gang!
Jim Greeley, Tom Langford and Butch Rabel welcomed Sandy to the lunch group! (Below)
Jack, Judy and Jackie.Marcia and Gary Thaler ('69) Butch, Tweety and Kay. JIm and Paul. ..and Pete Terry, Karen and Jim.
We had another great time at the monthly lunch in Feb. at the Village Inn and Stadium Club. Check out the pics below...Sandy Flint Keister and Jackie Swenson Thauwald joined everyone for the first time and it was great seeing them again.
January 2013 Lunch Bunch!! Recognize everyone!!!???....anyone???
More pics from the January Lunch.
Great January 2013 group!
The above group were attending the Jan. 2013 Luncheon....25 of 'em. It was great!
July lunch-Jan Jensen ('59), John Schlagel ('62), Jim Greeley('60), Bill Gary('61), Al Stiles('60), John Strenger('60), Tom Magnuson('60), Fred Reynolds('62) and Tom Langford('60) met for lunch in July 2012.
Fred Reynolds and Sue Sell Linzmeier enjoy a little conversation at the Oct. 2012 lunch.
Fred, Sue and the Callender's made it too!
....and there's Bill Gary who's been a regular "lunch bunch" guy!
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Bill Sauerwein, John Schlagel, Al Stiles, Pete Kluegel and Jim Langford at the Oct 2012 lunch
Patty and Pat Willis and Terry Ford at Oct 2012 lunch.
Oct 2012 lunch: Royce Morrissette and Gene Rabel
Gary Jensen and Dave Swansick at the Oct lunch too!
After lunch gabfest!!!!!
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May 2012 Lunch
We had eighteen friends join the May lunch group at the WBL VFW. What a great day and great time.
APRIL 2012
Another lunch is in the books and a great time was had again in April, 2012 at Donatelli's. We welcomed Gary Hinsch ('62) to the gang (next to Johnny Strenger) and fifteen of us gathered to laugh a bit and share memories!
Grover, Rog, Jim, Tom, Dave, Joan, Pete and Johnny.
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Rpger's back, Paul, Mike, Grover's back
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Dave, Johnny, Butch, Tom and Greg LaRock (WBL-'60) Babe Ruth teammates!!
Tom, Terry, Karen, Barb, Peggy, Kathie, Pete, Davey, Joan, Dave, Sandy, Cookie, Nooker and John at the old "Curve" Drive In. Sept. 2011.
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Bob Holly, Pete Kluegel, Johnny, Strengr, Jim Greeley, Paul Stegmeir, Grover Eaton, Davey Swansick, Jim Langford, Tom Langford John Duvlea and Al Stiles
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