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Comments: Wishing all a very happy and healthy 2023❣️ Can you believe it has been 60 years since our graduation? Uh, that makes us how old?
Comments: Hooray Golden Bears! Second Championship in a row!
Comments: The party was great, and Peaches' home looked beautiful as always. There were quite a few there. Enough to fill up three tables and still have some eating off their laps in the living room. It was nice to get to visit with old classmates that haven't been able to gather for several years.
Comments: How was the Christmas Party at Peaches‘ lovely home? If pictures were put on FB i don’t see them, because I’m off that site for now and only do Instagram.
Comments: It will be so great to be able to attend another Christmas SOC gathering at Peaches' lovely home. It's been a "minute" since we were able to do this, and I hope we get a big turnout. It will be a fantastic opportunity to visit again with good friends!
Comments: Barry, I am so sorry you are dealing with the cancer beast and wish you the very best as you prevail. You are wise to avoid groups during this time of year. I wish Jay and his wife a pleasant and happy season. That caregiving can be exhausting.
Comments: I am so sorry to know of Jay’s struggle. Care taking can be so exhausting. Bless him Drear Peaches, I just learned of the death of your nephew. I know you are heart broken And will miss him greatly. You are in my prayers.
Comments: From time to time, I stay in touch with Jay and Gayle Kralik. I failed to mention in my last post concerning my visit with them is that Gayle suffers with osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s. Jay is her sole caregiver and it is very hard on him. Out of respect for their privacy, I was reluctant to mention this, but thought some of you might want to know.
Comments: Peaches, I’m afraid we will miss your party this year. I am still fighting cancer and, although I feel fine, my immune system is so bad that I have to avoid crowds. We have not been able to attend church for over two years. Luckily, we can attend online. Give everyone our best. Barry and Joan
Comments: Thank you Peaches for the Christmas party event, we will have to pass as of right now I am unable to walk due to severe sciatica and degenerating spinal disease. We have missed so many events, these 75 year old bones just are not cooperating. We miss all our friends and wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and Christmas. God bless each of you. Tanya and Gary
Comments: Please Click this link to see your invitation to Peaches‘ 2022 annual Christmas party!
Comments: Wow! Dan, I’m glad to see you didn’t blow away in those storms. Boy, Texas can be scary sometimes.
Comments: We got thru the tornados last Friday. The tub is not large enough for me,Nancy,and 2 dogs . There was one just 5 miles east of us. Lots of damage just west of and north of Paris I remember the one we had in oakcliff in 1957. It went up Hampton road . Need to get a shelter next spring.Be safe everyone.Dan
Comments: Sorry everyone .We received around 3 inches of rain here in Paris,Tx . The creeks are dry,The grass is greening up.the ponds are full,neighbor cows like my grass better than his. Loving this beautiful weather. Sure dont miss those horse flies and sketers. I cant believe most of us are hitting 78, Keep them letters a coming.Dan
Comments: I spoke to Peaches about writing these memories about Rodger Lynn Davis and she encouraged me to do so.<br><br>If my memory serves me well this is how it went:<br>I met Rodger at South Oak Cliff, and he asked me to meet him at Britton's Cycle Company to meet with the owner and Bud Mayes his Race assistant. I ended up joining the team racing Honda Motorcycles. Rodger was always at every event that I was in and always gave me good advice and he knew that I had a "Need for Speed". If I remember correctly Rodger lived on a street behind Clinton P. Russell and that is where I met his mom and dad and brother Ronnie. His dad was always giving some good advice as we spent time in his garage. When I completed the build on my 1955 Chevy, I was able to join Rodger and James Turner to cruise Kiest Park, the Nut, and the D.Q. on Hampton Road. Rodger asked me if he could use my personal Honda motorcycle to ride down the hall at South Oak Cliff Highschool and if I would open the Noth end doors so he could get in. I agreed so the plan was set, however I didn't realize that we would end up in Ben Mathews office who had a heart condition and that we may not graduate according to him. And there was the time that Rodger had Ronnie's Corvette and he and I decided we would try to get the Dallas Police to chase us just off Davis Avenue, so with lights off we were going thru side streets and were lucky enough not to be killed. Later in life when Rodger lived in Farmers Branch, I visited him on occasion just to stay in touch and that is where I saw his Isso Revolta and what his plans were for that car. Then there was the time that he wanted me to watch a video he had filmed at Green Valley Racetrack, and he had filmed me in my white 1957 Chevy racing that day. I look forward to the day that I see my friend Rodger Lynn Davis again<br><br><br>
Comments: Pat, you are so right about what we do in the dash. I was unable to attend Rodger’s Memorial. I’m so glad you and so many could. Thank you Bill for the photos. What a beautiful place to honor our Veterans!
Comments: Connie, you’re so right. Rodger was unique. I doubt he ever had an enemy, even overseas. He was an all around good person. The pictures were taken by the Patriot Guard, and sent to me by Bill Akin. I just posted them. I was unable to attend the service last Friday. I hope you’re well.
Comments: Rodger’s passing has left a big hole in the class of ‘63. In my estimation, he was one of our most unforgettable members… Funny, kind, always upbeat and interesting! Surely do wish I had been able to attend his service, however, I appreciate Lynell’s pictures. I know it was a memorable service. Rest in peace Rodger and know you were loved by many, but especially by Peaches, whose care for you was unsurpassed.
Comments: What a special ceremony for Rodger Davis that I had the privilege to attend. He was an unforgettable character with a heart of gold. There were people there who's lives he had touched many years ago. Peaches gave him the greatest tribute and everyone there had a tear and a smile for him. He is the example of the dash between birth and death - it's what you do in that dash. God speed Rodger, there are some people waiting to see you.
Comments: Was reading about Rodger service and looked at the pictures. Have been to many of those well deserved services. Then read where Sharon Capps Turner had passed. Did not know she was married to Jimmy Turner who lived about 4 houses down from me when we lived on Marfa Street. Rodger and Jimmy had a connection as well which made me think, one hell of a small world. Many of you will remember Rodger's 1955 Chevy. Rodger, Jimmy and little old me built the engine for it in Jimmy's back yard. I was not much help but was involved and learned much. Later Rodger bought Jimmy's 1963 Super Sport. One heck of a nice ride. All the comments just made me drift back to the fun days of Oak Cliff. Gone but not forgotten. Now back to the real world and drama in Uncertain Texas. ![[wink]](https://cdn.websitetoolbox.com/images/boards/smilies/wink.gif "Wink - ;)") Stay safe, stay well.
Comments: Thanks for posting those, Lynell, and yes there is a "comments" button on the left side of the photo, 2nd from the bottom.
Comments: Bill Akins was kind enough to send, with Peaches’ okay, some pictures of Rodger’s service at DFW National Cemetery yesterday. Please take a few minutes to look them over. I believe the settings are such that people can add comments. https://lynell.smugmug.com/Rodger-Lynn-Davis-May-1-1945-February-16-2022/
Comments: Lynell, Thanks for your note and all well here. Please resend your email as I lost it someway?? Thanks again, Steve
Comments: On the day of our dear classmate Rodger’s memorial service, this notice was posted by Buddy Capps, Sharon Capps’s cousin, on Facebook: "My sweet cousin passed away this week...Sharon Capps Turner class of SOC 63 is now in the hands of the Lord with her husband Jimmy Turner SOC class of 62.... arrangements pending... but service most likely Prestonwood Baptist Church Plano Tuesday 10a...." I wish I could have attended Rodger’s service on this beautiful day. I have happy memories of him, a true American Hero, with his big smile and ”I’m blessed!” He gave up so much for our country. May he rest in eternal peace.
Comments: I am just now learning about Rodgers passing! So sorry to hear. A great guy! Fond memories
Comments: Rodger's service at the DFW national Cemetery is scheduled to start at 1:15 p.m. You should be inline in lane 2 by 1:00. Time is critical at that cemetery because of the number of services scheduled there every day and they rarely get behind.
Comments: Rodger Davis memorial is tomorrow. We will be in Lane 2. Please verify with volunteer when you drive to lanes
Comments: Glad to hear it, Steve! I hope all is well.
Comments: Alive and still kicking!
Comments: Peaches I plan on attending Rodger's service and look forward to seeing others who knew Rodger. |
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