Past Events

July 17, 2008 - MINUTES OF THE CLASSMATE'S
REGULARLY SCHEDULED BI-MONTHLY
MEETING, OF JULY 17, 2008 @ S.L.A.A. CLUBHOUSE

Before the start of the meeting, Louie Paresa provided food for the gathering. He (via his lovely wife Barbara) brought 2 kinds of Spaghetti, several loaves of Garlic Bread, and a mixed green veggie salad (w/accompanying condiments). Damien Farias brought a whole bunch of Poke and a large bag of Boiled Peanuts; and Bernard Freitas (his wife Deborah did the cooking/baking) brought a wonderful Rum Cake (2 slices an u drunk). Thanks guys (and gals)!

Present for the meeting were: Damien Farias, George Corenevsky, Cenric Ho, Mike Lyons, Louie Paresa, Claude Hottendorf, Johnson Yee, Francis Wong, Joe Ornellas, Jim Kaufman,
Bernard Freitas, Fred Hackbarth, Rodney Botelho, Allen Perkins, and Sonny Lam.

The meeting was called to order at 6:36 P.M.

Cenric Ho provided handouts and gave a verbal Treasurer's Report. Counting the $300.00 refundable deposit we have at the Waikiki Elk's Club (for our Christmas Party), we have $663.00 in our Treasury/Kitty. It was mentioned that the Treasury/Kitty has been added to by the application of “left-over” funds at our class meetings, and by golfers donations of their prize monies. Also, it was noted that Cenric Ho donated $100.00 to the effort.

Chairman Farias started dialog about a previously “taken under advisement” item relative to “funding of and appropriate usage of funds from our Treasury/Kitty”. After much discussion as to methods of assessing classmates, the reality of “actual supporters”, income generating possibilities, and “approved usage of the funds”; it was determined that we would continue to fund the Treasury/Kitty as we are currently doing, and if/when we would need additional funding, we would make “practical assessments” from those classmates that want to help.

Corenevsky reported that of the 95 e-mails and 87 regular mailings sent out to classmates to assess interest in attending the 55th Graduation Anniversary celebrations (in 2010 – one celebration in Hawaii (Oahu) and one celebration in Las Vegas), that he had gotten back a total of 26 responses. Rodney Botelho gave a verbal presentation to the members, about his proposal to celebrate the Oahu portion of the 55th Anniversary, to be held at the Turtle Bay Resort, to include golfing events, non-golfing events, luncheons, & celebratory dinners. There was much discussion about Rodney's proposal, and in the end, Rodney promised to provide additional information to the class members at the next regularly scheduled bi-monthly meeting of September 18th, 2008. Jim Kaufmann readily volunteered to assist Rodney in this endeavor.

Joe Ornellas reported that he had two venues ready for our next Nice Dinner. One was Aaron's (at the Ala Moana Hotel) and one was Natsunoya Tea House (in Kam Heights). The members present voted for Natsunoya Tea House. Therefore, the next Nice Dinner will be held on Saturday, August 23rd at 6 P.M. @ Natsunoya Tea House.

Approx cost, including Tax & Tip &“Things”should be around $35.00 per person. Info will be sent out shortly asking for Reservation commitments and responses by N.L.T. August 13th. If interested, contact Joe at *82-395-6114, or Corenevsky at 455-7955, or Damien at 357-1082.

Chairman Farias addressed the issue of “golf as a class”. After discussion(s) from the members, it was determined that this action would not be endorsed by the classmates. Subject is closed.

Mike Lyons talked briefly about the Christmas Party. He reiterated that it would be at the Waikiki Elks Lodge, on Saturday December 6th at 6 P.M. Mike addressed the menu (to include a “carve as you like” Prime Rib Station), and promised to inform everyone of developments. There will be an effort by Mike & Johnson Yee to send out fliers to canvass classmates about attendance & guest number inputs for the Christmas Party. Costs will also be addressed.

Chairman Farias opened up discussion into another “under advisement” item: the Class gift to the School (St. Louis School). Much interest was shown by the classmates, and open forum discussions showed a growing feeling of discontent about the owners and operators of the School, and their “sense of or lack of priority(ies)”. The end of discussions revealed that the matter should continue to be “under advisement”, with additional research into the matter to be undertaken by the classmates. Subject will continue to be unresolved and “under advisement”.

Chairman Farias provided information about upcoming classmate Golf Outings. August's golf event will be on Thursday, August 14th, at the Royal Kunia Golf Club; with the additional benefit of attending a “pupu party” at Damien's home in Aiea immediately following completion of all golfing. He also stated that the December golf event, would probably be held at the same Golf Course on Friday, December 19th. Please check the website for info, or watch for e-mails from our “Golf Guru” Bob Moranha, or e-mail Bob @ rlmoranha@yahoo.com or call Damien Farias @357-1082.

Corenevsky reported that classmates Damien Farias, Cenric Ho, George Joy, Fred Hackbarth, and himself (Corenevsky), attended funeral services, on Sunday, July 13th for our departed classmate Charles Haleamau. The Class of 1955's special “Bereavement” card (developed by Damien Farias), was provided to the family. A four page pamphlet about Charles was passed out at the meeting for all classmates to see.

The meeting was very spirited and the participation by ALL members present, was invigorating and “healthy”.

Not an item for the meeting, but never-the-less important, Johnson Yee reported that two classmates were “ailing” and perhaps should be added to the “Ailing List” e-mail. The classmates are: Robert Lum & Bernard Wong.
Corenevsky will look into this.

Chairman Farias stated the the next regularly scheduled bi-monthly classmate meeting would be on Thursday, September 18th at the S.L.A.A. Clubhouse, at 6:30 P.M.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 P.M.

June 20, 2008 - Golf Waialae Country Club

First we would like to thank Jim BURNS, Cenric HO and all the golfers, including our non-golfer George CORENEVSKY for making the WCC Golfing a wonderful
and successful outing.

The results of the four man scramble is as follows.

1st place team: Jim Burns, Ron Castillo Sr, Bernard Freitas, and Damien Farias. Score: 63
2nd place team: Cedric Chun, Ray Loo, Gerrit Young, and Gordon Sam. Score: 67
3rd place team: Ted Jung, Sonny Lam, Herb Fujikawa, and Harold Chun. Score: 68
4th place team: Earl AhMoo, Ed Inatsuka, Loui Paresa, and George Joy. Score: 71
5th place team: Stan Osada, Jason Ikeno, Bob Moranha, and Brian Leong. Score: 72
5th tied : Jim AhLoy, Cenric Ho, Allen Perkins, and Norman Cruz. Score: 72

A Buffet food station was ordered by Jim Burns, for All to enjoy with HOSTED REFRESHMENTS.

See you all at our next Golf outing in August. Check our web site (slc55.com) for all the retails.

MAY 15, 2008 -Classmate Regularly Scheduled General Meeting

The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Damien Farias. At 6:33 P.M.
Classmates present were: Damien Farias, Louis Paresa, George Corenevsky, Claude Hottendorf
George Rego, Johnson Yee, Michael Lyons, Fred Hackbarth, Norman Cruz, Stanley Osada, George Joy, Gordon Sam, Earl Ah Moo, Allen Perkins, Jim Kaufmann andBernard Freitas

Louie Paresa, our gourmet chef, provided the food for the evening. He brought Roast Pork, Shoyu Chicken, and Noodles (including the wonderful Distilled Red Vinegar). Fred Hackbarth brought some chips.

Agenda:
Upcoming 55th Anniversary Celebration. Chairman Farias submitted that we are only 1-1/2 years away from our 55th anniversary and that he was initiating the pre-planning process. After some discussion about where and when the Celebration would be, it was determined that Corenevsky would send out e-mails and printed postcards, to all classmates, asking them to provide input back to the class, on their preferences relative to the celebration. Classmates will be informed that the main celebration would be on Oahu, in 2010, and that an additional supplementing celebration would be held in Las Vegas in that same year. This item to be an agenda item for the next meeting (July 17th, 2008)

Nice Dinners. Discussion of the first two Nice Dinners was positive and classmates are looking forward to the next one. Corenevsky, on behalf of Joe Ornellas, announced that the next Nice Dinner would be at Shokudo Japanese Restaurant, at Kapiolani Blvd. & Kaheka St., at a time and date that is yet to be determined in August of this year (2008). All will be notified as plans become more finite.

Golf at Waialae Country Club & other general Golfing preparations. Chairman Farias, presented several emails relative to the upcoming golfing event at Waialae Country Club next month (June). Discussion on the floor was spirited and after several recommendations and “trial balloons” were floated, the following directions were established: Robert (Bob) Moranha is our only Golf Chairman; and he will be totally in charge of classmate golfing events, including those that are scheduled for Waialae Country Club. For those golfing events that are scheduled for W.C.C., Jim Burns, Stanley Osada, Earl Ah Moo & Wallace Ching (individually or as a group) would be responsible for the “leg work” to sponsor/set up the event at W.C.C., but Bob Moranha would still be “in charge” of the actual program/pairings/prizes/money collections, etc., etc. Bob Moranha may ask for
assistance or help when & if he deems necessary. If you have any questions, please contact Chairman Damien Farias.

Golf Invite, October 2008, “As a Class”. It was determined that this invitation was from an outside entity and would be a function which essentially ends up helping the school (St. Louis High School). Earl Ah Moo volunteered to obtain additional info for presentation to the classmates at the next meeting.

2008 Christmas Party. The chairman requested that a committee be established to handle this year's Christmas Party. After appropriate Robert's Rules of Order were followed, Mike Lyons was voted in as the Christmas Party Chairman, with assistance from Jim Kaufmann. Chairman Lyons was given (by default) the authority to select “others” to assist him in the planning and accomplishment of the Christmas Party. For everyone's info, the Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, December 6 th , at 5:00 P.M . at the Waikiki Elks Club (we are sponsored by Mike Lyons). Corenevsky apologizes to all, in that he was certain that the Christmas Party was on Friday, December 5th at 6:00 P.M. Corenevsky is having too many Senior moments lately.

Class assistance/gift for the school (St. Louis High School). The chairman reported that “we got problems, right here in River City”. There are many things that the school needs, but it has been noted that most priorities of the Marianist Society (they are the School Administrators), are skewed towards Chaminade University & not St. Louis High School. After much intense discussion(s) by SEVERAL of the classmates, the matter was tabled for future action.

Class and Classmates Las Vegas visits. Earl Ah Moo reported that he has a “friend” at Las Vegas's Boulder Station, that would be of great assistance to us. Discounts and Comps would be substantial, and may not be a function of “how much play one had at the Casino”. The matter was taken under advisement by the Chair.

The meeting was ended at 7:20 P.M..

There was a large picture/photo of a 7th grade class at St. Louis (from way back when) that was being passed along to all present. It was fun to “name” those in the picture. Many “guys” were misidentified. Many comments were made, like “who da guy”?, and “not – that's not so-and-so”. There are 45 classmates in the picture, and not all of them were named. No one could really determine if the picture was 7A or B or C or D or what. It was fun to watch all the classmates go over the pictures.

MAY 10, 2008 - SLC '55's 2nd NICE DINNER AT JOHN DOMINIS RESTAURANT

It was a truly “wonderful” evening, with tons of laughter and sharing and just “shooting the breeze”
with fellow classmates and their spouses/partners. There were 29 attendees in all, including 15
classmates; a very, very nice turnout indeed. The “guys” looked OK, but the women were “splendid”
in their chosen evening wear.

The weather was gorgeous and the setting within the restaurant allowed for spectacular views of the
ocean and Waikiki all the way through Diamond Head. Evening lights scattered around Ala Moana and Waikiki, provided for scenes “from a postcard” and were the subject of many spirited “tellings” of “I remember when” stories.

Joe Ornellas again weaved his masterful and magical abilities to provide the class with an
outstanding evening. Joe's partner Stephanie presented every female attending the dinner, with a hand made and beautifully decorated set of magnets. The class treasury made it possible to provide the ladies with a “faux” Capidomonte ceramic pink rose basket and decorative gift box (for Mother's
Day???).

Here is a list of the “partygoers”:

Joe Ornellas & Stephanie
Damien Farias and Nancy
Jim Burns
George & Dori Corenevsky
Mike & Ellie Lyons
George & Kathleen Rego
Norman & Marie Cruz
Bernard & Deborah Freitas
Fred & Fran Hackbarth
Alvin & Blanche Kort
Claude Hottendorf & Kyong
Louie & Barbara Paresa
Allen & Betty Perkins
Johnson & Elaine Yee
Lionel & Elizabeth Camara

The food was “excellent” and some of the items ordered were: Oysters Rockefeller, Escargot,
Lobster, Steamed Onaga, Lamb Chops, 1 pound Steaks, Seafood Bouillabaisse; and Desserts included
Crème Brulee and Chocolate Mousse Cake. Diets & medical problems “be damned”!

For those of you that couldn't make it this time, perhaps you might consider coming to the next one.
It would be great sharing “old times” with you, and meeting your “main squeezes”. Keep an eye and
ear opened for the announcement of the next “Nice Dinner”.

Check out the slide show/photos provided by Johnson Yee, at
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12676555@N07/sets/72157605010766203

March 20, 2008 - Class Meeting @ Clubhouse 6:30 PM

The meeting was called to order at 6:39 P. M. by the chairman, Damien Farias.

Present were: Michael Lyons, George Corenevsky, George Joy, Johnson Yee, Albert Lam, Claude Hottendorf, Allen Perkins, Joseph Ornellas, Louis Paresa and Damien Farias.

The first order of business was the telling of a joke which was well received and put everyone in a jovial mood.

Chairman Farias reported (for the Treasurer) that our SLC '55 “kitty” was at $505.00. There was some discussion as to just how our “kitty” got funded, and that perhaps we should “assess” classmates a small amount of money to ensure that we had enough funds to “operate”; and then the matter was “taken under advisement” by the chairman.

Chairman Farias said that he hoped the Waialae Country Club golfing event was on track, and that he would be contacting Jim Burns (not present at the meeting) for an update.

Allen Perkins reported that the April Golfing event at Hawaii Kai appeared to have 14 to 16 players attending. He said that he had some additional e-mail contacts to be made, but anticipated no problems.

Joseph Ornellas reported that the next “Nice Dinner”, originally planned for the Grand Opening of the restaurant 808's Grand Opening on Kapahulu Ave., is now set to be at John Dominis' restaurant in Kakaako. At this time, the selected evening will be Saturday, May 10th. Joe stated that more specific details would be sent out as soon as possible.

George Corenevsky gave a report on the Committee to search for suitable venues for our next Christmas Party (December 2008). A handout was provided, and George went through the report. There were no specific recommendations, but there were three lower cost venues which seemed might be appropriate, and three other venues which were at a slightly higher cost but would provide for less actual work from the classmates. After much “heated” discussion on cost basis and ability of classmates to afford higher end venues, the venues were voted on, and the selection became the Waikiki Elk's Club (sponsored by Michael Lyons or Johnson Yee), on Saturday evening, December 6th (2008). Details will be sent to all as they become available. But - - - reserve that date!!!

Chairman Farias related classmate Earl AhMoo's request that we consider a golfing event that wants to have four man teams that represent most of the SLC/SLH graduated class years. There was no vote taken and the matter is open for general classmate involvement.

Chairman Farias asked the classmates present if there was any strong desire to make the August 2008 Golf event happen at a particular golf club. After discussion(s), the matter was tabled and is under advisement (of the Chairman).

The meeting ended with Chairman Farias telling another joke and again putting everyone in a happy mood. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 P. M.

Heavy Pupus were provided (ordered by Joseph Ornellas) for the classmates to enjoy. There was Roast Pork with gravy, Poke, Rice - - Chinese noodles (together with a complimenting Chinese Red Vinegar) provided by Louis Paresa, and Crispy Gau Gee provided by George Corenevsky.

February 28, 2008 - GOLF at NAVY MARINE

Twenty golfers teed it up for a fun day on the course.
When the dust cleared the following was the results of play.

First Place finish team: Cenric Ho, Ray Loo, W. Hanazawa, D. Larn Score of: 65

Second Place: Bob Moranha, Byron Hansen, Stan Osada, Steve Moranha. Score of: 66

Third Place: Jim Burns, Fred Hackbarth, Louis Paresa, Damien Farias. Score of: 67

Fourth Place: Gerrit Young, Ken Chong, Norman Cruz, Herb Fujikawa Score of: 72

February 16, 2008 - Our First “Nice Dinner” took place Saturday Night!

Link to photos by Johnson Yee

Joseph Ornellas planned the evening, and it turned out to be a very classy, comfortable way for the classmates and their “significant others” to get together, enjoy each others' company, and have a wonderful dinner. The private room setting at Sarento's Restaurant, at the Top Of The Ilikai, was very nice indeed.

Many of us talked about the Glass Elevator and how it struggled and moaned and creaked on its' ascent to the top of the Ilikai. Sort of reminded ourselves about our own, brought on by age, moaning and creaking and shaking. Was kinda spooky.

The view was amazing, and although we all watched diligently for the occurrence of the “green flash” (looking out to the northwest towards Kauai), God had already obscured the horizon with a whole bunch of clouds – so, we no coud see da flash. Ah, well!!

As the guests arrived, Joe's lady Stephanie handed out to the other ladies, a personally stylized Valentine's gift which consisted of a plastic notepad holder with heart shaped note pad, a beautiful phrase about friendship(s), a pen, other nice decorations of hearts, all carefully wrapped in a clear cellophane gift bag and tied in a bow with raffia. It was a very nice gift for the ladies, and it was very well received. Mahalos to Stephanie for her thoughtfulness and love in sharing her friendship with us. Also, all us “classmates” provided the ladies with an individual rose bouquet (one red rose & one white rose), tied in a red bow with attached mini craft (fabric) red & white roses.

Attendees included: Joe Ornellas and Stephanie, Damien Farias and Nancy, George Corenevsky & Dori, George Rego and Kathleen, Fred Hackbarth and Fran, Norman Cruz and Marie, Claude Hottendorf and Kyong, Johnson Yee and Elaine, Jim Burns and Emme, Allen Perkins and Betty.

Johnson Yee was doing his regular “thing” in taking pictures of all in attendance, and further , he took pictures of many of the food entree's as they were placed before each guest. For his supportive help during all of our gatherings (taking pictures and providing photo clips for the class web site), Johnson was given a wooden Hawaiian Platter, engraved with a sentiment thanking him for his part in keeping us “together”. The platter was presented by Damien Farias on behalf of the classmates.

For those of you that couldn't make it, we missed you. Joe announced that the next “Nice Dinner” was planned for the opening of Chef Jean-Marie Josselin's (of the 808 Restaurant at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas) new restaurant in Kapahulu. However, the opening of the restaurant appears to now be delayed; so, Joe stated that we would most probably be going to John Dominis' Restaurant in Kakaako. We will all be notified when things “jell up”.

There was considerable laughter during the more than 3-1/2 hours of the evening, and when we left, we were “full” and pleased about the evening. Some of us proceeded home (way past our bed time), and some others started their “bonus time” and went dancing.

And then, the evening was over.

Classmates present: Damien Farias, George Joy, George Rego, Mike Lyons, Bernard Freitas, Joe Ornellas, Fred Hackbarth, Gerritt Young, George Corenevsky, Calvin Won, Cenric Ho, Johnson Yee, Allen Perkins, Ed Inatsuka, Claude Hottendorf, Stan Osada, Louis Paresa, James Burns (18 classmates)
Meeting started at 6:35 P.M.
Agenda: Treasurer's Report: Cenric Ho reported that we had $505.00 in our SLC'55 account.

Christmas Party Report: Bernard Freitas reported (handout provided), that the end cost of the
Christmas Party held at his home, was $1,020.00. There was a deficit of
$00.82 which Bernard graciously “absorbed”. Many comments were
made about what a great party it was.

Planning for 2008 Christmas Party: Chairman Farias stated that we should plan now for this year's
Christmas Party. A tentative date of Friday, December 19th was
discussed. Several “venues” were discussed, such as: The
Willows Restaurant, The Hale Koa Hotel, Victoria Inn in
Kaimuki. A committee was established, consisting of:
Corenevsky/Perkins/Joy/Ho/Lyons, and tasked with
looking into different venues and pricing. A report to
chairman Farias, was expected to be provided before the next
regularly scheduled meeting (March 20, 2008).

“Nice Dinner” event: Joe Ornellas reported that he had received commitments from 9 classmates,
for the February 16th dinner at Sarento's. Much discussion was made relating
to the cost and pricing of the meals and methods of payment; and the
perceived “fairness/unfairness” of averaging out the total cost of dinners and
for the “bar tab”. Agreement/acceptance was achieved and the dinner should
prove to be a wonderful event.

Golf – February 28th: Chairman Farias, proxied for Bob Moranha and made comments about the
next Golf Outing at the Navy-Marine golf course. Persons interested should
contact Bob Moranha at (808) 454-1159 or by e-mail at rlmoranha@yahoo.com
.

Waialae Country Club Golf Event: Jim Burns asked that golfer commitments for this event
scheduled for Friday June 20th, be made NLT the March 20th
regular classmate meeting. If interested, you can contact Jim
at: (808) 262-9443 or by e-mail at jsb808@hawaii.rr.com

Outer Island Golf Outings: Chairman Farias polled the attendees about having a golf outing on
one of the other islands. He suggested that if an outer island event was
what classmates wanted, that perhaps we should make it as the venue
of the scheduled golf outing of August 21st. After brief discussion(s), it
was determined that no outer island golf outings will be planned at
this time.

Las Vegas Get Togethers: Chairman Farias asked, that since many classmates have expressed a
desire to “go to Las Vegas more often”, would there be interest in
scheduling something for Vegas? After some discussion, it was
determined that if there are classmates that might want to go to Las
Vegas in addition to any planned & scheduled class events, that those
classmates should do so as individuals/groups and on their own.

SLC'55 Standardized Financial Transactions: Chairman Farias addressed the attendees about a
“glitch” in the way we are/have been dealing with
monies for scheduled classmate events. We have
been writing checks to individuals, sending cash to
individuals, making checks payable to different
individuals or event chairpersons. This has led to
some confusion on occasion, as to “where is the
money”. For clarity and standardization, it was
suggested that hence forward, all financial
transactions by and for the class/classmates, should
be made to SLC class of 1955. A motion to “so
move” was made and seconded and after discussions
and clarifications, was passed.

Next Meeting: Chairman Farias stated that the next regularly scheduled classmate meeting was on
Thursday, March 20th, 2008 at the SLAA Clubhouse.

NOT DISCUSSED/MENTIONED, BUT “FOR THE RECORD” --- a sizeable donation (five figures), to St. Louis School, on behalf of the Class of 1955.

Non agenda item(s): Johnson Yee presented a “token of appreciation” to Bernard Freitas (and also to Bernard's wife Deborah) for all of their hard work, effort and love in planning and executing the Christmas Party. Johnson had made personalized luggage tags (looked really great) for Bernard & Deborah. One slight “auwe” - the luggage tag for Bernard's wife DEBORAH was imprinted as BARBARA. So, unfazed, Johnson proclaimed that the BARBARA luggage tag was now being presented to Louis Paresa's wife (Barbara) for her providing of the wonderful and delicious Bread Pudding at the party. A new luggage tag would be made for DEBORAH. Thanks Johnson – you da man!

December 14, 2007 Link to Christmas Party Photos by Johnson Yee

SLC CLASS OF '55
2ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY
12/14/2007
AT THE HOME OF BERNARD AND DEBORAH FREITAS

It was a dark and windy night at the Freitas estate in Kailua. Undaunted by the weather, and full of
Christmas feelings and spirit, the second annual SLC Class of '55's Christmas Party went on as
planned.

A total of 40 persons (22 classmates and 18 spouses/partners) + members of Bernard's family,
braved the elements and gathered for a warm (????), cordial and fun evening. It rained a little, the
power went out for a brief period, the hostess got blessed by God (accumulated rain on the tent got
jostled and fell on Deborah Freitas), but she took it in stride and felt that it was “a sign” (a sign that sheneeded to get a change of clothing).

Damien Farias and Bob Moranha “manned the bar” and took good care of all that imbibed. They
were joined by Stan Osada who appeared to act as a sheriff or shotgun of sorts, up near the bar area.
Additionally, Jim Burns patrolled the bar area the whole evening perhaps acting as judicial counsel forthe Freitas' alcohol operation (kept things legal). Later, Damien's “main squeeze” Nancy joined the“bar area gatherers” and provided beauty to the group.

Johnson Yee and his lovely wife Elaine (just that day arrived home in Hawaii from a Japan trip)
were ensconced at a table having fun all the while Johnson was doing his usual thing – taking pictures of all that were in attendance.

Guests that needed to get their passports/visas stamped, included Darryol & Norine DeRego in from
Oregon, and Stanley & Phyllis Yasumoto from California.
There was merriment, singing (albeit only by the host Bernard Freitas); pupus were devoured by the
seemingly shy guests and many comments were made about how “everything was sooooo delicious”.

Bernard “said grace” (a pule all in Hawaiian) and then we wen go eat (the main stuffs). So much
food, so much dessert; brok da mout and da waistline too! Not to mention all the Aloha and friendship.

There was a “grab bag” scenario, everyone got a gift. Some exchanged theirs for someone else's.
Jim Burns shook up many of the female guests when he went around letting everyone “feel” his
particular grab bag gift, which, although completely wrapped in Christmas wrapping, was a vibrating
something or other, and made many of the women jump back and wonder what the hell was in the
package. Several moments of discussion ensued and references were made to the thing being a “sexual stimulator”. But then, at our ages, even if it was - - - what then?

At the end of the evening, goodbyes were made, everyone loaded up their sleighs, and away into the
night they left. For those of you that couldn't be there, you were missed and thought of. Perhaps next year – ya think?

Here is a list of all of the attendees:
Bernard Freitas and wife Deborah, their daughter Erin & her husband Chad, & grandson Nalu
Damien Farias and partner Nancy
Robert Moranha
George Corenevsky and wife Dori
Stanley Osada and wife Doris
Norman Cruz and wife Marie
Joseph Ornellas and partner Stephanie
Michael Lyons and wife Ellie
James Burns
Lionel Camara and wife Elizabeth
Darryol DeRego and wife Norine
Raybern Freitas and wife Patricia
Frederick Hackbarth and wife Fran
Claude Hottendorf and partner Kyong
George Joy
Albert Lam
Louis Paresa and wife Barbara
Allen Perkins and wife Betty
Gordon Sam and wife Betty
Francis Wong and wife Barbara
Stanley Yasumoto and wife Phyllis
Johnson Yee and wife Elaine
To Bernard and Deborah and family

* * * * Thank you so very much for all that you did to make the
evening a wonderful time. And also, mahalos for letting us use your beautiful yard for the festive
occasion. You were all so caring and thoughtful and worked continuously throughout the evening to
make the party the great success that it was. God bless you all for your efforts and love.

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year
and God bless us all!!!

December 13, 2007 Golf at Navy Marine We had a GREAT TIME!!!!!

November 15, 2007 SLAA Clubhouse

Classmates present: Damien Farias, George Corenevsky, Calvin Mann, Michael Lyons, Fred Hackbarth, Francis Wong, Calvin Won, Cenric Ho, Joe Ornellas, Donald Chai, Bob Marciel, Allen Perkins, Johnson Yee, George Joy, Louis Paresa, Claude Hottendorf, Bernard Freitas, Gordon Sam, Norman Cruz (19 classmates)

Discussions: Chairman Farias iterated upcoming (December 2007) events - 12/13/2007 Golf and 12/14/2007 Christmas Party.

Bernard Freitas discussed Christmas Party .

Cost: $20.00 per person

Liquor: Bring Your Own Booze/Bottle

Confirmation of attendance: Need number of attendees and payment N.L.T. 12/1/2007 (check made to to Bernard Freitas, or cash)

Grab Bag: Each attendee to bring a grab bag gift not to exceed $10.00 per gift.

Time of Christmas Party: 5:30 P.M. to whenevas

Place: Bernard Freitas' Estate 580 Ka Awakea Rd. in Kailua (copies of map were provided)

Parking: Residential area, so only on-street parking

Menu: Handout provided....really,really great stuff

Chairman Farias informed all, that the year 2008 Schedule of meetings/Events was posted on the class web-site.

George Corenevsky started discussions on what we would want as Protocol/Precedence in the bereavement of deceased classmates. After much discussion, a motion was made, amended and voted on (passed): If services to be held on Oahu, one or more classmates should attend the services, express sympathy/condolences on behalf of the rest of the classmates, and present the deceased classmates family with a special SLC '55 Sympathy Card (to be developed by Damien Farias); card to be provided with no monetary gift.

If services to be held on another island or on the mainland, a classmate, if available, should attend the service, and express condolences and provide sympathy card (as above). If no classmate is available, then Sympathy/Condolence Card to be sent by mail.

Chairman Farias iterated that the next scheduled meeting was scheduled for Thursday, Jan 17, 2008.

Chairman Farias opened discussions on how to "do something:" for classmates that was not specifically related to golf or golfing events. After a round of discussion, it was determined that there would be a trial effort to have "nice dinners" for classmates/wives/partners, to happen every four months or so, and that Joe Ornellas would be the coordinator and facilitator of the first event. Info will be provided via web-site and email.

Guest Speaker: Bob Marciel gave a short presentation on his company's new quest to get Hawaii gamblers to go to the Indian Casinos in southern California utilizing the services of his tour company.

October 18, 2007 Thursday 11:00 am Golf at Hawaii Kai golf course, played in Scramble Format.

Teams listed in order of finish.

First Place Team:
Damien Farias
Herb Fujikawa
George Joy
Bob Moranha
Gordon Sam

Second Place Team:
Gerrit Young
Ken Chong
Wally Hansawa - Guest
Darrel Larm - Guest

Third Place Team:
Bernard Freitas
Ray Loo
Allen Perkins
Mike Cathcarth

In the clubhouse all prize monies were used for refreshments & food.
A Happy Bunch Left the Clubhouse at 5:50 PM.

Attendees:

 1- George Corenevsky & Wife Dori
 2- Damien Farias & Partner Nancy
 3- Denis Ching & Wife Karen
 4- Bertrand AiChang & Wife Katherine
 5- James Burns & wife Emme
 6- Donald Chai & Daughter Lori Chai Fernandez
 7- Darryol DeRego & wife Norine
 8- Bernard Freitas & daughter Erin Liftee - Daughter Shannon Watkins & son-in-law Dennis Watkins
  9- Cenric Ho & wife Linda
10- Claude Hottendorf & Partner Kyong
11- Michael Lyons & Wife Ellie
12- Joseph Ornellas & Partner Stephanie
13- Stanley Osada
14- Louis Paresa & Wife Barbara
15- Allan Peralta & Wife Audrey
16- Allen Perkins & Wife Betty
17- George Rego
18- Paul Silva & Wife Penny
19- Calvin Won & WIfe Carol
20- Stanley Yasumoto & Wife Phyllis
21- Johnson Yee & Wife Elaine
22- Wendell Wong & WIfe Elaine
23- John Arakaki
24- Bruce Mann

We had a GET TOGETHER IN LAS VEGAS on Monday 10/1 through Thursday 10/4/07.

Golfers played at the Painted Desert Golf Course October 1st
and at the Silverstone Course on October 3rd.

A great THANK YOU to Allan Peralta for making arrangements for our Great Golf Outings

A Very Special Thanks To:

• Allen Perkins for arranging show times for all attendees
• James Burns & Emme for a wonderful evening October 1st at restaurant (808) at Caesars Palace
• Louie Paresa for coordinating Golf transportation
• George Corenevsky for transporting anyone who needed transportation anywhere around Las Vegas and to and from the airport
• Cenric Ho for arranging the group dinner Oct 2nd at the California Hotel and also setting up the prizes for golf Oct 1st & 3rd
• Johnson Yee for always having his camera and recording much of our activities. See the slide show link bellow. These pictures will tell much of the story of our 52nd class get together.
• Thanks Damien Farias for coordinating all of the above.

There was a notice in the Las Vegas Review - Journal Announcing our class SLC 1955 was having a reunion in Las Vegas. The class was also recognized at the performance of the Society of Seven at the Flamingo Hotel.

Las Vegas Slide Show created by Johnson Yee

http://www.flickr.com/photos/12676555@N07/sets/72157605064990888

Itinerary:

Monday October 1st - Wednesday October 3rd: No host hospitality area. California Hotel upstairs in Dave's Aloha Bar, next to Sports Book. From 5:15 till Pau!

Monday October 1st: Groups will be sight seeing, shopping and Golf tournament.
Monday Evening: A group headed by Allen Perkins will be attending the Platters Show 6:30PM
Monday Night: Cocktail reception, hosted by Emme Burns at Cafe 808 Caesars Palace at 9:15PM - 11:30PM

Tuesday October 2nd: Free day for group.
Tuesday Night: Buffet Dinner at Main street Hotel at 5:45PM - 8:00PM

Wednesday October 3rd: Groups will be sight seeing, shopping and 2nd Golf tournament.
Wednesday : Open Night

Classmates present: Farias, Corenevsky, Paresa, Hottendorf, Ornellas, Ah Moo, Freitas, Ho, Perkins, Rego, Mann, Won, Joy, Yee.

Discussed and finalized all segments of our October 1- 4th 2007 Las Vegas Trip.
The group also set the schedule of all events for 2008.
Our 2007 Christmas party will be held on December 14, 2007 starting at 5:30 PM at Bernard Freitas's Estate in Kailua. Maps and details will be posted online soon.

As always the group had a wonderful time socializing

photography by Johnson Yee

The following classmates of SLC 1955 attended:

Damien Farias & Nancy - Claude Hottendorf & Kyong - Michael & Ellie Lyons - Louis & Barbara Paresa - Robert Moranha - Donald Chai - Calvin Mann - Joseph Ornellas & Stephanie - Allen & Betty Perkins - Douglas & Jackie Miyashiro - Johnston & Elaine Yee- James & Emme Burns - George & Dori Corenevsky - Francis & Barbara Wong - Bernard & Deborah Freitas - Fred & Fran Hackbarth - Gerald & Shelia Iseri - Earl & Arlene Ah Moo - Albert & Alice Lam - Cenric & Linda Ho -Calvin & Carol Won

The Food was the BEST EVER!!!

Entertainment - Frank Delima followed by Melvin Leed. Approximately 680 people attended the Luau celebration. Everyone had wonderful comments about the events of the evening. The events started at 4:30 and ended at about 10:00 PM

August 16, 2007 - Navy Marine Golf Course

Scramble Format

1st Place Team - 4 under par
Herb Fujikawa, Wally Ching, Harold Chow &Cenric Ho

2nd Place Team (Tie) @ 2 under par

Bob Moranha, Donald Chai, Steve Moranha & Damien Farias
Louie Paresa, Allen Perkins, Sonny Lam & Cal Won

3rd Place Even Par
Fred Balmores, Gordon Sam, Ray Loo & Willy Chang

Closest to Pin
#8 Bob Moranha
#12 Herb A. Fujikawa
#5 Ray Loo
#15 Ray Loo

Lunch & Refreshments @ Damien's Aiea Home. Many Thanks to Bob Moranha for putting together A GREAT GOLF OUTING!!!

For more information - cancellation - add on - please call me at 454-1159 (before 9 PM) or email at rlmoranha@yahoo.com by August 8, 2007.

July 19, 2007 Class Meeting at Clubhouse 14 Class mates in attendance.
Donald Chais daughter produced a DVD of our 52nd Class Reunion it is a real well produced DVD and can be purchased from Donald, call him at 382-6393. Outside of Hawaii add (808) area code. Price $20.00

An Email from Cenric Ho will be sent to all Las Vegas attendees, with instructions for the final arrangements before we meet in Vegas.
Dinner was provided by Louie Paresa (Beef Stew). Donald Chai provided his world famous boiled peanuts. Desert was chocolate cream pie.

Its amazing how much we get done at our meeting and still have a lot of fun doing the things we do & plan.

We have have decided on December 15, 2007 as the date of our Christmas Party. Check the calendar for more information as it developes.

June 20, 2007 - Wednesday - Golf at Waialae - Annual Golf Tournament

Nineteen Classmates attended our annual "Scrabble" golf tournament
at the Waialae Country Club. . . another golfing record!

The wining team members were: Allan Ano, the Club Professional, Gerrit Young,
Barney Freitas, and Herb Fujikawa.

Closest to the Pin Awards were won by Ray Loo, Damien Farias, Barney Freitas, and Gerrit Young.

The Winners and "the" Thank you for Participating Losers" celebrated another great day of golfing, fun, and fellowship including tasty pupus and thirst quenching brews!

Special Thanks to our great Host - Stan Osada - for arranging a super golf tournament and to these Classmates who donated lots of golf balls, watches, visors, shirts, etc... Jim Burns, Damien Farias, Earl Ah Moo, Gerrit Young, Harold Chun, and Stan Osada.

Everyone went home smiling with a Prize or two and memories of a Pleasant Day!

May 11, 2007

ANNUAL GET TOGETHER ON OAHU

Date - Time: Friday, May 11, 2007 - 6:30 PM.
Place: Saint Louis Clubhouse - "FIFTIES Music"
Menu: Salad, Prime Rib, a specially prepared dish of Ono and a Special dessert
             prepared by Barbara Paresa and Deborah Freitas

This event had attendants of 59 people including wife's and friends. Anyone that was not present was dually missed. A special thanks to Donald Chai who provided recorded music and played his ukulele for the attendees.

Mililani Golf Course

15 Golfers showed up at Mililani. The weather cooperated and another fun outing was enjoyed by ALL. Everyone who showed up and played received a prize. Some won money and all got golf balls.

Closest to the hole contest winners were: Damien on the 6th hole.
                                                                   Bob Moranha on the 12th & 16th holes.

No one was on the green on the second hole.

Team low gross winners: Damien, Denis, Ceferino, Bernard.

By 1:30 PM All were enjoying refreshments and lunch hosted by Damien in the Club House Restaurant.

If you weren't there you missed a GREAT TIME!!!

Special guest at golf was Denis Ching who was visiting from Texas.

PLEASE JOIN US NEXT TIME

MARCH 15, 2007

We made these Decisions at the Clubhouse meeting tonight:

LAS VEGAS TRIP - - chairmen assigned for - Golf - Louie to contact Allan Peralta
Events and Shows - Allen
Buffet Dinner - Cenric
Welcome Party on Sunday 9/30 - Damien?

Still soliciting ideas from Classmates and wives.

By April 10,
Saint Louis Alumni Association will mail out Attendance and Pre Payment Forms (after Food Price determined) to Classmates with Hawaii addresses only.
Deadline for replies - April 30

ALLEN will hold an informal meeting for LAS VEGAS ATTENDEES - to select events and places to go . . . Together.

FEBRUARY 15, 2007

Navy Marine Golf Course

We broke a record! Eighteen of our Classmates came out to play golf on a bright sunny Thursday morning! The old attendance record was 16 for the 50th Reunion Golf Tournament in May 2005.

In addition to the "regular golfing guys," two new First Timers were: Cef AGOR and Stan YASUMOTO!

The winning Scramble Foursome of Earl Ah Moo, Louie Paresa, Barney Freitas and Cef Agor shot a remarkable score of 7 under Par, a Class record! Formerly, it was 5 under Par.

After golf, we celebrated together and had a late lunch on the second floor patio of the Sam Snead restaurant.

Special thanks to Bob Moranha, the Tournament Chairman, who did a terrific job by obtaining the tee times, assigning our Classmates to each of the five competition groups, custom-making the Closest to the Pin markers and awarding the day's prizes.

JANUARY 18, 2007

Twelve Classmates met at the Clubhouse to discuss the planned Get Together in LAS VEGAS this fall.

Cenric and George C reported their findings on various travel arrangements, the estimated cost for "a Vacations Hawaii Five Day/Four Night airfare - hotel package" and proposed activities, evening shows and hospitality areas.

The Classmates unanimously agreed on:

1. The Dates to be in LAS VEGAS - - Monday
10/1 through Thursday 10/4

2. Until more activities are selected . . . the
Classmates will:

A. Golf - two days . . . Monday 10/1 and
Wednesday 10/3 . . . . (Louie and Allen, co-
chairs)
B. Group Dinner . . . Tuesday 10/2 at the
Main Street Station buffet - - -7:00 pm.

C. Assemble in the California Hotel ---
upstairs near the Bar and Sports Book
for Hospitality purposes, and

3. To send a letter/survey to all Classmates
informing them of the LAS VEGAS Get
Together and obtain their travel commitments
and suggestions for other activities
including evening shows, tours, etc.

A few Classmates stated they would make their own air travel and hotel room arrangements. Others said they may consider using their accumulated Airline Miles for "free transportation" and separately purchasing a Five Day/ Four Night Hotel Room "Hawaiian Deal with Meals" directly from the California Hotel aka The Boyd Group.

By popular vote, Damien will be the General Chairman, Louie and Allen - Golf Co-Chairs, Cenric - Treasurer, and George C - Overall Activities Chairman with assistance from yet-to-be-designated Sub Chairs.

At the end of the meeting, new ideas for Classmate activities in the Year 2008 and beyond included . . . an Around-the Islands (7 day) cruise and a River Boat Cruise through four European countries.