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In 1938 the paving of the North-south highway (US) 95 was completed. The Fish and Game Commission was established by initiative. Idaho Senator James P. Pope sponsors Agricultural Adjustment Act. In 1939 State Junior College district law enacted. In 1940 Idaho population: 524,873. Senator William E. Borah dies January 19. Legislation creating a position of Comptroller to be appointed by the Governor, and taking away many powers of the State Auditor, ruled unconstitutional by the Courts. In 1941 Gowen Field completed south of Boise and becomes a military air base. J.R. Simplot food dehydrator begins operations in Caldwell. In 1942 Farragut Navel Training Station established at Lake Pen Oreille. A Pocatello army air base and gun relining plant established. Japanese American placed in interment camps at Hunt. Two anti-liquor initiatives rejected by the voters. Mountain Home Air Base opens. In 1945 State Tax Commission established. Idaho's first phosphate processing plant constructed by the J.R. Simplot Company. In 1946 most recent Idaho Code published. A teacher's retirement system established. Election of Idaho's governor and other state officials for four-year terms begins. Two anti-liquor initiatives and an anti-gambling initiative defeated. In 1947 A state school reorganization plan enacted. University of Idaho Southern Branch at Pocatello becomes Idaho State College. State Board of Corrections established. Idaho State Archives established. In 1948 Bureau of Reclamation begins plans to construct a Hell's Canyon dam in the Snake River for flood control. Idaho Senator Glen Taylor runs for Vice-President on Progressive Party ticket. In 1949 National Reactor Testing Station near Arco established.
In Junior High School I had a secret crush LaVona Ray Wakley my sister-in-law and my 2nd cousin Carol Dawn Wakley. Across the miles you've brought me smiles you've wiped my tears by lending an ear, although my voice you have not heard you've listened carefully to my thoughts, my feelings, my words. And I want you to know, I'm glad we met over the net, 'cause my heart is happy deep down inside and you're a treasure, my friend and that's no lie! Thanks for your friendship! And Thanks for being you! Big Big Hugs.
I got a dozen roses from a friend the other day; but I only have 1 left, For I gave them all away. I gave one to my sister, who to me is very dear, In hopes that it will bring to her A little floral cheer. I took one to a friend who's not feeling very well: The flower or the visit--Which helped more I could not tell. One went to a friend I haven't known for very long, she struggles, so in some small way, I hope this helps her carry on. The rest went to the ones who've helped me in so many ways; they have been a cheerful presence on my dreary days. The Roses were so pretty I just could not keep them all except one single bud standing beautiful and tall. My friend gave me the flowers to help brighten up my day, But the biggest joy I received, was giving them away. In 1950 Idaho population: 5888,637. State Highway Department established with provisions for non-political administration. In 1951 nuclear electric power developed at the National Reactor Testing Station. State teacher's colleges at Lewiston and Albion are closed. Robert La Mont Wakley was bored the 28th October at Hill Field AFB Utah. Private Interviews: Many parents find that regular private interviews with their children help them to draw close to their children, encourage them, and teach them the gospel. Such interviews may be formal or informal. During the interview, the parent should express love for the child. The child should have an opportunity to express his feelings about any subject, problem, or experience. The parent should listen carefully and should take the child's problems and confidences seriously. The parent and child may also want to pray together. In 1952 Anderson Ranch Dam completed. In 1953 television comes to Idaho with KIDO-TV (Now KTVB0 in Boise July 12. C.J. Striker Dam dedicated. Supreme Court rules against Idaho law legalizing slot machines and other lottery devices. Daniel Arthur Wakley was born on the 25th December at Downey Idaho. Family Councils Parents may want to call family members together in family council meetings. Families can use these meetings to set family goals, resolve family problems, discuss finances, make plans, support and strengthen each other, and pray for each other. A council can be held whenever a need exists. Respect for the opinions and feelings of others are vital to the success of these meetings. In 1954 Submarine reactor tested and perfected at the National Reactor testing Station. Voters approve initiative to regulate dredge mining. In 1955 State Department of Commerce and Development established. Lewis-Clark Normal opens at Lewiston. Luck Peak Dam dedicated July 6. The Atomic Energy Commission lights Arco with electricity generated by atomic energy. Vanda Kay Wakley was born on the 10th March at Downey Idaho. Family Activities: Parents should plan times when the family can do things together. Picnics, camping trips, family projects, home and yard cleaning, swimming, and wholesome entertainment is a few of the many activities that families can enjoy together. A family that enjoys activities together will feel greater love and harmony. Children will be more willing to listen to their parents and follow their advice. Parents will be able to teach the gospel more effectively. In 1956 construction of the Palisades Dam completed. Construction in Idaho of the National Interstate Highway System commenced. Constitutional amendment ratified to permit a governor to succeed himself for reelection.

My freshmen year was at the Downey High School at Downey Idaho. I had a secret crush on Jane Phillips, Beth Bloxham, and Georgia Lou Pospahala my freshmen year. When you are in high school you are so bashful that you can't tell any of the girls that you like them. You're Special: Many times we encounter new people in our lives, They come and go with no great concern, But, there are a few who make lasting impressions on our beings, You, are one of those people. From the start there was no doubt, I couldn't understand what the fuss was about, You accepted me for what I am, and lent me a helping hand. You were there for me through it all, You pick me up when I fall, You give me hugs when I am blue, What would I do, without you? This is how it is between us two, We love each other, me and you, I just wanted to say it with this little touch, You're special, I love you, so very much.
The superintendent that year was Harold E. Thomas. On the school board was Wayne Penrose of Downey; Robert Henderson of Arimo, Ellis Willmore of Lava; Harold Thomas; Howard Green of McCammon; James Abbott of Swan Lake. The principal of the Downey High School was Dean Henderson. The teacher's at Downey High Downey High School in 1952-1953 year was Ann Matthews, Wayne Neilson, Richard Anderson, Elmo Gray, Hall Hatch, Erwin Henderson and Marjorie Henderson. The Student Council my freshmen year were Otto Higbee, Treva Henderson, Josie Hyde, Dennis Hadley. Sheldon Treasure, Val Bloxham, Jane Phillips, Donene Merrill, Joy Curtis, Bruce Christensen, Joe Morrison, Ardean Higbee, Otto Higbee, and Dean Henderson as Advisor. Senior Class Officer was Otto Higbee President; Dennis Hadley Vice President; and Jane Phillips Secretary. Junior Class Officer were Sheldon Treasure President; Donene Merrill Secretary. Sophomore Class Officers were Joe Morrison President; Josie Hyde secretary. Freshmen Class Officers were Ardean Higbee President; Treva Henderson Secretary. Banner carriers and majorettes of the Downey High Band were Cherol Davis, Joy Curtis, Ver Jeanne Lamoreaux, Wanda Parris, Treva Henderson, Claudine Allen, and Jane Phillips. The Downey High School Chorus in 1952-1953 were Lila Stephens, Moonyeen Wilding, Beth Bloxham, Ver Jean Lamoreaux, Barbara Burton, Nona Bybee, Georgia Pospahala, Clareen Higbee, Joyleen Salvesen, Claudline Allen, Darline Wise, Maxine Hyde, Alene Christiansen, Shirley Hyde, Dolores Gomez, Iris Kay Pratt, Jean Evans, Geraldine Davis, Carolyn Evans, Cherol Davis, Charlene Parris, Judy Hart, Wanda Parris, Eileen Christensen, Jane Phillips, and Shirley Hartman. The Downey "D" Club in 1952-1953 were Val Bloxham, Monte Criddle, James Hyde, Bruce Christensen, Farrell Byington, Kenneth Curtis, Sheldon Treasure, Jimmy Evans, Darrell Morrison, Joe Morrison, Donald Hyde, Paul Gambles, Boyd Newbold, Lynn Henderson, John Brown, Larry Evans, Otto Higbee, Dennis Hadley, Claire Ralph, Paul Morrison. The Harvest Queen for the Downey High School was Georgia Lou Pospahala and her attendants were Geraldine Barnes, and Deanne Curtis. The Homecoming Queen for the Downey High School were Donene Merrill and her attendants were Cherol Davis, Delene Curtis, and Jane Phillips. The Cheerleaders for the Downey High School was Jane Phillips and Georgia Lou Pospahala. The Pep Club in 19521953 were Charlene Parris, Judy Hart, Moonyeen Wilding, Beulah Brim, Carolyn Evans, Wanda Parris, Donene Marrill, Marilyn Gambles, Alene Christiansen, Lila Stephens, Geraldine Barnes, Dwon Price, Doroen Henderson, Cherol Davis, Darlene Wise, Maxine Hyde, Patricia Salvesen, Nona Bybee, Barbara Burton, Ruth Crapo, Josie Hyde, Shirley Hyde, Claudine Allen, Clareen Higbee, Lou Ann Layton, Marilyn Christiansen, Connie Criddle, Ver Jean Lamereaux, Lorna Thompson, Iris Kay Pratt, Sherry Bybee, Geraldine Davis, Jean Evans, Dolores Gomez, Delene Curtis, Deanne Curtis, Treva Henderson, Joy Curtis, and Mrs. Matthews, Advisor. On the Downey Football Team in 1952-1953 were Dennis Hadley and Monte Criddle as captains. Others on the team were Lon Burrup, Larry Evans, Kenneth Curtis, James Hyde, Paul ambles, Claire Ralph, Dean Denny, Darrell Morrison, Lynn Henderson, Boyd Newbold, Sheldon Treasure, Jimmy Evans, Wayne Denny, Mont Burrup, Farrell Byington, Joe Morrison, Donald Hyde, and Val Bloxham. On the Downey Basketball team in 1952-1953 were Sheldon Treasure. Boyd Newbold, Bruce Christensen, Johnny Brown, Larry Evans, Mont Burrup, Kenneth Curtis, Monte Criddle, Dean Denny, Dan Juchua, Allan Christiansen, Manager, Hal Hatch, Coach.

Senior Class for 1952-1953 were Claudine Allen, Val Bloxham, John Brown, Barbara Alene Burton, Farrell Byington, Alene Christiansen, Allen Christiansen, Bruce Christensen, Joyce Colling, Joy Curtis, Larry Evans, Dennis Hadley, Shirley Hartman, Lynn Henderson, Otto Higbee, Hal Hurst, Donald Hyde, Maxine Hyde, Shirley Hyde, Darrell Morrison, Paul Morrison, Boyd Newbold, Jane Phillips, Georgia Pospahala, Claire Ralph, Bobby Thompson, and Darlene Wise.

Senior Class for 1953-1954 were Joyleen Allen, Lyle Almond, Dean Bennett, Mont Burrup, Eileen Christensen, Marvin Christensen, Mont Criddle, Kenneth Curtis, Dean Denny, Carolyn Evans, Theron Foster, Paul Gambles, Clareen Higbee, Dan Juchua, James McKay, Donene Merrill, Gordon Olson, Wanda Parris, Dwon Price, Lila Stephens, Sheldon Treasure, Moonyeen Wilding, Joe Wise and Geraldine Barnes.

Senior Class of 1954-1955 were Bonnie Beck, Elizabeth Bloxham, Boulah Brim, Lon Burrup, Darrell L. Bybee, Thayne Coffin, Ruth Crapo, Cherol J. Davis, Wayne Denny, Dolores Gomez, Judy Hart, Josie Hyde, Ver Jeanne Lamoreaux, Joseph Lowell Morrison, Patricia Salvesen, Carl Stones, Lorna Thompson, Thayne Vaughan, Fred J. Wise, and Dennis Whitaker.

The student council at Downey High School in 1954-1955 were Darrell Bybee, President, Connie Criddle, Terry Christensen, Marilyn Christiansen, Bonnie Beck, Fred Wise, Josie Hyde, Carol Criddle, Michael Georgeson, Bonnie Salvesen, Ralph Davis, LaRue Whitaker, Bobby Treasure, Thayne Coffin, Dolores Gomez. The school board in 1954-1955 were Andrew Johnson, Superintendent, Dale Koester, Lava, Howard Green, McCammon, Robert Henderson, Arimo; Bert Almond, Downey. Principal of Downey High School was Dean Henderson. Senior Officers were Bonnie Beck President; Fred Wise, Vice President; Josie Hyde, Secretary. Junior Officers were Marilyn Christiansen, President; Terry Christiansen, Vice President; Connie Criddle Secretary. Sophomore Officers were Ralph Davis President, LaRue Whitaker, Secretary, and Bobby Treasures, Vice President. Freshman Officer was Michael Georgeson Vice President; Bonnie Salvesen, Secretary, and Carol Criddle, President. Downey Chorus in 1954-1955 had the following members Connie Criddle, Lorna Thompson, Cherol Abbott, Josie Hyde, Jeanne Lamoreaux, Beth Bloxham, Myrna Carlson, Ruth Crapo, Beulah Brim, Delene Curtis, Marilyn Gambles, Dolores Gomez, Bonnie Beck, Judy Hart, Billy Phillips, Darrel La Mar Wakley, Larry Almond, Lon Burrup, Carl Stones, Thayne Vaughan, Joe Gomez, Bob Treasure, Terry Phillips, Robert Wilding, Brent Sorensen, Roy Carson, and Delvin Dahlke. Banner carriers were Lou Ann Layton, and Judy Hart. Drum Majorette was Carol Criddle. Twirlers were Jeanne Lamoreaux, Cherol Abbott, Josie Hyde, and Beth Bloxham. In the Downey "D" club in 1954-1955 were Darrel La Mar Wakley, Joe Morrison, Thayne Coffin, Dan Morrison, Delbert Christensen, Terry Christensen, Harry Stephens, Ardean Higbee, Carl Stones, Wayne Denney, Fred Wise, Larry Almond, Lon Burrup, Thayne Vaughan, Dale Price, Mal Clerk, Clark Wakley, Claire Evans, Brent Sorensen, Gary Barnes, Michael Georgian, Terry Sorensen, Dennis Whitaker, Darrel Bybee, John Ware, Ralph Davis, Norman Evans, and Ronald Hyde.

Cheerleaders of the Downey High School in 1954-1955 were Delene and Deanne Curtis. Homecoming Queen was Marilyn Christiansen, and her attendants were Patricia Olson, and LaRue Whitaker. Snow Ball Queen was Bonnie Beck and her attendants were LaRue Whitaker and Kathy Kay. On the Downey High Football team in 1954-195 were Joe Morrison, Carl Stones, Wayne Denney, Thayne Vaughan, Dennis Whitaker, John Tarbet, Ardean Higbee, Robert Wilding, Dan Morrison, Dale Price, Claire Evans, Harry Stephens, Clark Wakley, Palmer Hyde, Brent Sorensen, Bill Leighton, Larry Almond, Ralph Davis, Gary Barnes, Ronald Hyde and Michael Georgeson. Darrel La Mar Wakley and Terry Sorensen were the managers of the Football team. Mel Clerk was coach. On the Downey High School basketball team were Terry Christensen, Joe Morrison, Ardean Higbee, Harry Stephens, Darrell Bybee, Carl Stones, Norman Evans, Lon Burrup, Doyle Newbold, Claire Evans, Delbert Christensen, Brent Sorensen, Wayne Denney, Thayne Vaughan, were on Varsity basketball. Darrel La Mar Wakley, Terry Sorensen, and Ronald Hyde were managers of the basketball team. Mel Clark was the basketball coach. On the Jr. Varsity basketball were Terry Phillips, Charles Penrose, Delvin Dahlke, Bob Treasure, Robert Wilding, Joel Gomez, Royce Royter, Bill Leighton, Randall Olson, Ralph Davis, Bill Phillips, and Roy Carson.
By the way I had a secret crush on two sisters my junior and senior year and their names was Canolyn and Barbara Barfuss. A friend is someone we turn to when our spirits need a lift. A friend is someone we treasure for our friendship is a gift. A friend is someone who fills our lives with beauty, joy, and grace and makes the world we live in a better and happier place. Love doesn't happen; it's learned. Barbara Barfuss  married Povey the Bell -----Original Message----- From: jack belden [mailto:jankbelden@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 8:57 AM To: amie belden; carl belden; Neil Belden; gary Belden; Beldenbonnie; beldenduane; scott courtner; Connie Exline; ron G; Deb Giddings; Rebecca Harrison; hideawayhottie@sbcglobal.net; JMcAlister@earthengr-sb.com; Mike obrieter; Honey Parker; Patsy Subject: Only in West Virginia 2095 N 2200 E Layton UT 84040-7972 Conolyn Barfuss married Sheldon Kendall PO Box 1039 "111 Hillside Way Thayne, WY 83127-1039 (307-883-2228)     My friend is unassuming, Gentle and sincere, Always very patient, lending me an ear. I love my friend and all that's done, Out of love and without pay, In the best of times, And on a cloudy day. My friend will stay and hold me close, And share with me my fears, My friend will listen and not judge me, And help me wipe away my tears. As long as life be in my bones, And while I am able to, I will thank the Lord above, For sending an angel, you.
This was the last senior class at Downey High School, in memory of the Downey Bulldogs,
in the town of Downey Idaho.

Marsh Valley High School was made up of North Marsh High School, Inkom High School, and the Downey High School. With a united student body the Marsh Valley High School became governed better than ever before. Darrel La Mar Wakley with other from Marsh Valley High School formed a committee that name Eagle as your emblem, and Red, White, and Navy Blue as your school colors. There were other committees for other emblems and colors. The committee I was on endorsed Eagle as your emblem, and Red, White, and Navy blue as your school colors. Then the school voted for their emblem and colors. The school voted for everything but Navy blue and changed the color from Navy blue to Columbia blue. It was will know that students from Downey High School and North Marsh High School did not what Green or Navy Blue because their school had it before. Downey students didn't want Navy Blue and North Marsh students didn't want Green so we change Navy Blue to Columbia Blue and voted on it.

On September 9, 1955, the seniors from three "Valley" schools integrated to form the first Senior Class of Marsh Valley High School.

Although many difficulties had to be straightened out, a cooperative attitude among the Seniors made working together easy and proved to be a determining factor in the success of the class and the new high school.

The first business of the class was to choose representatives to the temporary student council who were: Marilyn Christiansen, Keith Preece, Claire Evans, Earl Blair, Jeroldine Whitworth, and Lona Evans.

A necessary part of the class organization was the election of the first officers as follows: David Colling, President; Delbert Christensen, Vice President; Gerald Peterson, representative; and Lu Ann Layton remained as Secretary. (Later Dave Colling became Student Body President and Delbert Christensen became President with Claire Evans as Vice President.)

The first formal dance of the new Marsh Valley High School, the Senior Ball, was held November 23, 1955. The theme was "Moments to Remember" with LaMont Smith furnishing the music. During the class promenade, the Collegians, a male quartet from I.S.U. sang the theme song.

On April 18, the Senior Class had a roller skating party in Pocatello Idaho.

The seniors previewed college life by visiting I.S.U. on Campus Day, April 20. They toured the campus and viewed a football game, fashion show, and a scene from Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew."

The seniors "Sneak" was to Crystal Springs on May 20. Activities here consisted of swimming, roller-skating, and dancing. A chicken dinner was enjoyed in the Maddox dinning room in Brigham City Utah. The class than attended a movie in Logan.

By May 8, all assignments, lessons, and tests were completed making it easier to attend the remaining activities and to practice for Baccalaureate and Commencement.

The seniors presented a final assembly to the Student Body on May 11, a variety program predicting the future of the class.

One May 13, President Parley a. Arave delivered the Baccalaureate address.

The highlight of the entire year was the Commencement Program on May 16, where the seniors received the long sought-after-diplomas.

Many new friends have been made and new experiences have been gained which made a successful and memorable year for the Class of "56".

Class Motto: "From dreams we carve our destiny". Class Flower: Talisman Rose Class Colors: Blue, Gold, and Silver

The following is more about the new Marsh Valley High School: The new principal for the new Marsh Valley High School was Mr. Dean Henderson. The new school board was Andrew Johnson, Robert Henderson, Howard Green, Bert Almond, Daniel Shaffer, Dale Koester. Marsh Valley High School is at Arimo Idaho in the Middle of Marsh Valley. Student Body Officers were David Colling, President, Harriet Evans, Secretary, and Tim Davis Vice President. Temporary Student Council was Andrea Neilson, Jeani Nedolski, Bonnie Tillotson, Sharon Green, Marilyn Christiansen, Dennis Whitworth, Joel Gomez, Earl Balir, Clair Evans, David Colling, Bruce Wheatley, Keith Preece, and Harvey Capell. The school then voted for the following permanent student council, Tim Davis, Dan Colling, Harriet Evans, Bruce Wheatley, Steven Larson, Joel Gomez, Delbert Christensen, David Colling, and Gerald Peterson. The new faculty for March Valley High School were Harold Brewer, Joyce Martinson, Nona Dutson, Louise Christensen, Gordon Greninger, Helen Henderson, Dean Henderson, Erwin Henderson, Robert Hamblin, Sheldon Jones, Jess Moses, Wayne Neilson, Glade Owens, Dee Savage, Jess Stratford, Grant Thompson, and Ed Wessel.

The Senior Class Officers were LuAnn Layton Secretary, Gerald Petersen, Representative, Claire Evans Vice President and Delbert Christensen, President. Senior Class for 1955-1956 were Larry M. Almond, J. Delvin Armstrong, Ronald Armstrong, Frederick Terrance Bell, Earl J. Blair, Florence Mae Bocek, Carl Terman Burgin, Glade E. Burrup, Sherry Ellen Bybee, Alan New Christensen, Delbert Eugene Christensen, Sandra Lee Christensen, Terry B. Christensen, Darwin E. Christiansen, Marilyn Christiansen, Darlene Louise Christopherson, David Lee Colling, David F. Cornwall, Connie J. Criddle, Deanne Gae Curtis, Delene Rae Curtis, Geraldine Davis, William Gayle Egan, Claire J. Evans, Lona LaRue Evans, Sherrell Dawn Evans, Wesley Fife, Marilyn Gambles, Carolyn Jean Gibbs, Larry L. Gilgen, Harriet Ann Gittins, George Dennis Goodenough, Marilyn Lee Green, Norma Ranae Gregory, Nola Kay Harris, Linford Henderson, Lorin Ardean Higbee, Jerry Dean Hobson, George B. Howell, Patricia Ann Howell, Jeroldine Holbrook, Ronald Lee Hyde, Dall Ray Lake, LuAnn Layton, Sharon Lish, Shirley Mae Marcham, Helen L. Morey, Joe Marsh, Herbert Miller, Milo Dan Morrison, Ruth J. Morrison, Keith Neeser, Doyle E. Newbold, Julene Payne, Gerald Petersen, David L. Potter, Kenneth Darwin Potter, Iris Kay Pratt, Keith Arnold Preece, Harrison C. Raymond, Arlene Richardson, Bradley J. Richardson, Sharon Seamons, Richard L. Shappart, Kenneth Brent Sorensen, Nancy Lee Smith, Harry L. Stephens Jr., Darrel La Mar "Pudge" Wakley, Clark B. "Chalk" Wakley, Duane G. Whitworth, Jeroldine H. Whitworth, William Richard Woodland, and Jerold Williams.

Junior Class Officers were Norman Jenkins, Treasurer, Dan Colling, President; Patricia Olson, Secretary; and Joel Gomez Vice President. Junior Class for 1955-1956 were Lyle Anderson, Canolyn Barfuss, Kathleen Barnes, Wendell Bell, Jim Bishoff, Delmar Burges, Deann Burrup, JoAnn Burrup, Deanna Bybee, Harvey Capell, Roy Carson, Rita Christensen, Roger Christensen, Dam Colling, Lloyd Crossley, Theodore Crump, Delvin Dahlke, Tim Davis, Kathleen Egan, Harriet Evans, Leda Mae Evans, Robert Gibbs, Joel Gomez, Sharon Green, Dennis Hall, Janet Hall, LeRoy Hall, Peggy Howell, Joyce Helmandollar, Jeralyn Hyde, Norman Jenkins, Roma Johnson, Gordon Kent, Lyle Kissel, Bill Leighton, Joyce Lish, Gay Lish, Merrill Marley, Victory McDaniel, Kathryn McFarland, Richard Monson, Lee Ann Lish, Betty Neeser, Darla Newbold, Andrea Nielson, Beverly Olson, Patricia Olson, Randall Olson, Lafe Parkin, Kelly Pearce, Charles Penrose, Terry Peterson, Terry Phillips, Bonnie Raymond, Royce Royter, Lillian Reisner, Lee Richardson, Bill Robinson, Terry Sorensen, Leonard Stephenson, Una Stones, Del Rae Symons, Terry Thomas, Rose Tillotson, Bonnie Treasure, Bob Treasure, Collen Tripp, LaRue Whitaker, Dennis Whitworth, Robert Wilding, Ronald Willford, Gwen Johnson. I had a secret crush on Nola Hyde, Patsy Kay Christiansen, Connie J. Criddle from Downey and Carolyn Nielson who later moved to Pocatello my Junior year.
My Once Dear Friend: Every breath I take, I can feel your heart beat, Every move I make, I can feel you near me, Every time I wake, I long to touch your body, I'm in love with you, my once, dear friend. Every time I call you, I can hear an angel, You're whispering a message, from your heart to mine, A message of my completeness, and lasting love, I'm in love with you, my once, dear friend. Every choice I make, that involves my future, I am thinking how it may impact on you and me, You are important, and I need to know your feelings, I'm in love with you, my once, dear friend. From this moment on, I want to have you with me, Never letting go, and never far away, I am most completed, when we are together, Come and stay with me, my once, dear friend. As we do grow old, and we share our journey, Let us always know, that our love will never die, And when we pass from here, into the heavens promised, I will be with you, my once, dear friend. I wrote this special song, so you may see the blessings, You have brought to me, in this life of mine, And always until the end, when everything is done, I'll be in love with you, my once, dear friend.
My best friends in high school were Darrell L. Bybee, Fred J. Wise, Dennis Whitaker, Shirley Hyde, Michael Georgeson, Larry Almond, Harry Stephens, Ardean Higbee, Clark Wakley, Brent Sorensen, Claire J. Evans, Dennis Whitaker, Bill Leighton, Ronald Hyde, Doyle Newbold, Sherry Ellen Bybee, Dan Morrison, Nola Hyde.

Sophomore Class Officer were Boyd Hall, President; Bonnie Salvesen Vice President; Shirley Waters, Secretary; Joe Bocek Representative. Sophomore Class of 1955-1956 were Donna Kay Wakley, Loma Albiston, Evelyn Allen, Louise Almond, Lucile Anderson, Trine Aquilar, Barbara Barfuss, Gary Barnes, Joe Bocek, Mary Lee Bocek, Bryan Bosworth, Larry Bowman, Sharon Brower, Jan Bullock, Ken Burgess, Dale Byington, Shanna Lee Cammack, Delva Capell, Kathleen Christensen, LaRue Christensen, Sharon Christensen, Karen Christiansen, Dora Christiansen, Blaine Christiansen, Modell Christiansen, Alice Cole, Carol Criddle, Florence Davis, Ruth Denney, Jennie Denton, Dean Dopp, Bonnie Evans, John Evans, Audrey Erickson, Peggy Ann Facer, Michael Georgeson, Maxine Giles, Carl Godfrey, Gary Gooch, Ray Goodenough, Beverly Gray, Boyd Hall, Linda Hall, Lewis Halverson, Deloy Hargraves, Lana Harris, Kenneth Harrison, Janet Henrichs, Clarence Hogan, Jay Dee Hollinger, LaRae Howard. Palmer Hyde, Jefferson Itami, Diane Jacobson, Nona Rae Kelly, Ruth Ann Leighton, Carol Lish, Steven Lowry, Joan Marsh, Gene Ranstrom, Drew Morrison, LaRue Moser, Marcia Murphy, Vonda Neeser, Jerry Parris, Melvin Reisner, Dana Richardson, Susan Ritzman, Marilyn Romriell, Lola Rowe, Bonnie Salvesen, Gary Skeem, Darlene Smith, Wilma Smith, Tim Sorensen, LeRoy Staley, Dennis Steed, Geraldine Stephens, John Terbet, Alen Thomas, Vallie Thams, Myrna Tillotson, Johnny Vaughan, Shirley Waters, Stanley Wellard, Byron Wheatley, Kent Whitworth, Max Whitworth, Steven Whitworth, Gordon Willford, Keith Williams, Corin Williams, Sharon Willmore, Dennies Wilson, Lida Wilson, Margon Wilson, LaRene Worley, Donna Kay Wakley, Joe Barnes and Evelyn Parks.

Freshman Class officers for 1955-1956 were Gary Henderson, vice president, Bruce Wheatley, president; Jeani Nadolski, secretary; Steve Larsen, representative. Freshman class were Brent Albiston, Marie Anderson, DeVon Armstrong, Julie Aslett, Leoda Bell, Judy Bell, Monte Blanchard, Marjean Bloxham, Dorothy Burgin, David Durnham, Doyle Burrup, Gary Burton, Sheila Bybee, Patricia Carson, Jane Carter, Ruth Lyn Christiansen, Tressia Cole, Gary Dahlke, Clark Davis, Jack Day, Lynn Denney, Terry Elam, Daniel Evans, Deena Evans, Stephen Evans, Kathryn Facer, Beverly Ferguson, Dixie Fisher, Alice Gibbs, Karen Girard, Dennis Green, Bruce Green, Martell Gunter, Linda Hammer, Darryl Harris, Earl Harris, Lionel Hawkins, Gary Henderson, Lola Rowe, Ann Hurst, Nola Hyde, Richard Jacobson, Blaine Jenkins, David Johnson, Alice Jorgensen, Dennis Knudson, Steve Larsen, Ralph Lloyd, Louis Lish, Don Lish, Reva Lish, Richard Marcham, Larry McCardy, Patsy Merrill, Jeani Nadolski, Nancy Nichols, Kay Newbold. Bryce Olson, Grant Olson, Russell Orgill, Roene Potter, Glen Price, Glenda Price, Judith Price, Ceann Raymond, Julia Raymond, Darwin Richardson, Barbara Robie, Wanda Shaffer, Grant Southworth, Mary Southworth, Dwain Stephenson, Sydney Stratford, Lynden Symons, Jed Thomas, Dee Thompson, Bonnie Tillotson, Ronnie Tillotson, Bruce Wheatley, Gloria Williams, Arlene Wise, Leila Whitworth, Beverly Halverson.

Marsh Valley High School Pep Club Officers were Deanne Curtis, President; Nola Harris, Sergeant-in-arms; Lona Evans, Vice President; and Joyce Helmandollar, secretary. Pep Club council were Harriet Evans, Julene Payne, Joyce Helmandollar, Florence Davis, Karen Girard, Nola Harris, Deanne Curtis, and Lona Evans. Cheerleaders for 1955-1956 were Delene Curtis, Florence Bocek, Jeroldine Holbrook, and Harriet Gittins. On the 1955-1956 football team were Gerald Peterson, LeRoy Hall, Jim Bishoff, Gary Barnes, Darrel La Mar Wakley, Delvin Armstrong, Delbert Christensen, Keith Preece, David Potter, Richard Woodland, Keith Neeser, Norman Jenkins, Earl Blair, Dan Morrison, Duane Whitworth, Dennis Hall, Harvey Capell, Darwin Christensen. Homecoming Queen was Sandra Christensen and her attendants were Patricia Olson, Vallie Thomas, and Norita Armstrong. The varsity basketball team in 1955-1956 had the following members: Gerald Peterson and Darrel La Mar Wakley, managers; Robert Hamblin, and Ed Wessel Coach's. The team was Joel Gomez, Jim Bishoff, Charles Penrose, Tim Davis, Brent Sorensen, Gary Gooch, Richard Woodland, Keith Neeser, Norman Jenkins, Ardean Higbee, Delbert Christensen, Terry Christensen, and Gene Ranstrom.

On the Junior Varsity basketball team were Boyd Hall, Dennis Hall, Gene Ranstrom, Bill Leighton, Dean Dopp, Joel Gomez, Johnny Evans, Byron Wheatley, Harvey Capell, Michael Georgeson, and Gary Barnes.

Marsh Valley High School WEB page:          http://mvsd21.org/

NOTE 2001 NOTE Seniors of 1956 today should be retired and about to retire. They should have grandchildren and some great grandchildren by now. The 45th Class Reunion in Lava Hot Springs Idaho in June 2001. If you read this page please e-mail with up to date information.. Lamar@ida.net


10th grade.

As I sat there in English class, I stared at the girl next to me. She was my so called "best friend". I stared at her long, silky hair, and wished she were mine. But she didn't notice me like that, and I knew it. After class, she walked up to me and asked me for the notes she had missed the day before and handed them to her. She said "thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I wanted to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

11th grade.

The phone rang. On the other end, it was she. She was in tears, mumbling on and on about how her love had broke her heart. She asked me to come over because she didn't want to be alone, so I did. As I sat next to her on the sofa, I stared at her soft eyes, wishing she were mine. After 2 hours, one Drew Barrymore movie, and three bags of chips, she decided to go to sleep. She looked at me, said "thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Senior year.

The day before prom she walked to my locker. "My date is sick" she said; he's not going to go well, I didn't have a date, and in 7th grade, we made a promise that if neither of us had dates, we would go together just as "best friends". So we did. Prom night, after everything was over, I was standing at her front door step! I stared at her as she smiled at me and stared at me with her crystal eyes. I want her to be mine, but she isn't think of me like that, and I know it. Then she said "I had the best time, thanks!" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Graduation Day.

A day passed, then a week, then a month. Before I could blink, it was graduation day. I watched as her perfect body floated like an angel up on stage to get her diploma. I wanted her to be mine, but she didn't notice me like that, and I knew it. Before everyone went home, she came to me in her smock and hat, and cried as I hugged her. Then she lifted her head from my shoulder and said, "you're my best friend, thanks" and gave me a kiss on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

A Few Years Later.

Now I sit in the pews of the church. That girl is getting married now. I watched her say "I do" and drive off to her new life, married to another man. I wanted her to be mine, but she didn't see me like that, and I knew it. But before she drove away, she came to me and said "you came!". She said "thanks" and kissed me on the cheek. I want to tell her, I want her to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love her but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why.

Funeral about 48 years later.

Years passed, I looked down at the coffin of a girl who used to be my "best friend". At the service, they read a diary entry she had wrote in her high school years. This is what it read: I stare at him wishing he was mine, but he doesn't notice me like that, and I know it. I want to tell him, I want him to know that I don't want to be just friends, I love him but I'm just too shy, and I don't know why. I wish he would tell me he loved me!

I wish I did too... I thought to my self, and I cried.
i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u
i love u i love u i love u i love u i love u

For all the people that you love! Even if you don't love someone give it to them....just to let them know that your thinking about them!!
Don't wait cause it might be too late tell the people you love that you love them or you will regret it the rest of your life!!
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NOTE 1971 NOTE This is the last information that I have. It is from the Marsh Valley High Reunion Class of "56" being held in 1971.

Names are in alphabetical order the women according to their maiden names.



NOTE 2006 NOTE This is the last information that I have. It is from the Marsh Valley High Reunion Class of "56" being held in 1971.

Names are in alphabetical order the women according to their maiden names

If you hyper link on the name of the individual you will bring up the 2006 Reunion information about that person.

Larry Almond lives in Granger, Utah in 1971. Married to Bertie Lisonbee. Children are Steven, Douglas, and Tracy. Occupation is Auto mechanic at Allen's auto. Schooling McCune School of Music, ford Motor Training School; General Motor Training School; Lincoln Technical Institute. In 2000 lives at 2965 S.. 3600 W Salt Lake City. In 2004 lives at 3157 Cantwell Street, Salt Lake City Utah 84119-2847 (801-968-8816)(801-973-4007)(435-783-7565)

J. Delvin Armstrong lives in Bellevue Washington in 1971. Married to Linda Hall. Children are Jerry Delvin, Brent J. and Brian Tony. Occupation is Consulting Electrical Engineer and wife is Care Coordinator at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. Schooling: University of Utah BSEE 1963. In 2000 lives at 2224 137th Place SE. Bellevue, WA 98005-4032 Telephone (425-747-8839) (425-885-2195) (206-601-7312) Del@Softlite.com   Linda8839@ComCast.Net 

Ronald  & Clarice Armstrong lives in Pocatello Idaho in 1971. In 2000 lives at 5409 Yellowstone Ave Chubbuck, Idaho 83202 -2128 (208-237-3475)  Alviva71@home.com 

Frederick Terrance "Terry" Bell lived in California for 15 years, then Texas, then back home to Lava Hot Springs, Idaho in1971. Have traveled some, having been in most of the states in the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, France, The Netherlands, Ireland, and parts of Canada. I am married to Rea Barfuss (Bancroft, Idaho) and we have three boys, and 5 grandchildren. We presently live at 3938 Northern Lights Dr., Pocatello, Idaho, 83201-5933 (208-237-7712)(237-3045). I am a retired printer and print shop foreman. My wife, Rea, is still employed at American Micro-systems, Pocatello. I enjoy hunting, fishing, traveling (in RV) Photography and computers. My E-Mail address is .....  terrybell2@Juno.com 

Earl J. Blair lives in Pocatello Idaho in 1971. Spouse: Kristene. In 2000 lives at 8178 West Providence Lane Pocatello, Idaho 83202-9054 (208-234-0709)

Florence Mae Bocek Berti lives in Lava Hot Springs Idaho in 1971. In 2000 lives at 188 West Booth Box 128 Lava Hot Springs, Id 83246 (208-776-5288)  Husband name is Sonny Berti .

Carl "Corky" Terman & JoAnn Glanz Burgin lives in Lava Hot Springs Idaho in 1971. In 2000 lives at 438 Beacon Hill Dr. Longview, Wa 98632.  In 2005 lives246 East Raven Ridge Road Kelso, WA 98626-8851 (360-636-5955)  (360)-431-4346)  clearwatermarine@aol.com Wife is JoAnn Glanz Burgin. 

Iris Kay Pratt.  Marred to Larry LeRoy Young living at 339 Peach Lane, Bountiful, Utah 84010 (801-292-4506).  In 2005 lives at 12 West 1700 South Bountiful, UT 84010-5235. Iris Kay Pratt Young lives in Bountiful Utah in 1971. In 2000 lives at 12 West 1700 South Bountiful, Utah 84010-5235 (801-295-9232)

David Le Roy Potter lives in Idaho Falls Idaho in 1971. Married to Dorothy Payne. Occupation is Farmer. Like to go fishing and hunting. In 2000 lives at 10026 S. Potter Road Lava Hot Springs Id 83246 (208-776-5349)

Captain Keith Arnold Preece lives at Fair Oaks California in 1971. Marred to Cheryl McDaniel. Occupation is Weather Reconnaissance Officer, Captain in the USAF. Schooling Idaho State, Univ. of Utah, Penn. State Univ., Meteorology (Atmospheric Physics). Mission: New England. Travel to Texas, Arizona, Penn, New England, California, Vietnam, Japan, and Thailand. Special Awards: Bronze Star, Cross-of Gallantry. In 2000 lives at 19621 88th Avenue East, Spanaway, Wa 98387-3016  (253-846-5299) (253-677-2036) raindner@quest.net

Harrison C. "Joe" Raymond lives in Bremerton, Washington in 1971. Married to Mona B. Njord. Children are Linda, Carol, David, and Joyce. Occupation is Life Insurance Consultant for Metropolitan Life. Schooling I.S.U. 2 year; Weltech College-Electronics. Travel to South America and Northern United States. In 2000 lives at 5206 Werner Road Bremerton, Wa 89312-3257.  (360-377-0991)

Bradley J. Richardson 312 Roscoe, P. O. Box 127, Inkom, ID 83245-0127.

Arlene Richardson Lupher lives in Pocatello Idaho in 1971. Children are Starla, and Laura. Occupation is student at I.S.U. In 2005 lives at 1865 Hurley Drive, Pocatello, Idaho 83202-1906 (208-637-8054) 4995 Carnation Street Chubbuck, ID 83202-2276 (208-637-8054)(208-241-6633)

Jack and Edris Ritzman Wells Jr. lives at 4200 Philbin Road Pocatello Idaho 83202 (208-238-3260) Deceased 28 December 1994. Interned at: Lava Hot Springs Cemetery, Idaho.

Howard & Elaine Robinson Nelson lives at 155 Mesa Drive, Pocatello, ID 43204-4827 (208-233-1932)

Kaye Robinson Johnson lives in 3369E. Highway 30, McCammon, Idaho 83250 (208-254-3348)

Sharon Seamons Williams Esquibel lives in American Falls Idaho in 1971. Married to D.J. "Carl" Williams. Children are Kevin, David, Betty, and Kenny. Husband's occupation is Truck driver for Wycoff. Married Emilio Esquibel. In 2000 lives at 4245 Yellowstone Avenue, Chubbuck, Id 83202.  (208-238-8167) In 2005 lives at 4200 Philbin Road #6 Pocatello, ID 83202-2837(208-238-8167)(208-241-1846).

Richard L. Shappart lives in Pocatello Idaho in 1971. Married to June. Children are Tamara, Todd, and Tracy. Occupation is maintenance mechanic at FMC Corp. Wife occupation is Clerk at Idaho Dept. Store. Schooling Idaho State College trades welding machine shop. Like to go hunting. Marred to Doris Joe. In 2000 lives at Route 2 Box 187C, Hawthorne Road, Pocatello Idaho 83202-1906 (208-237-5967)(208-251-5967) Snowbird Address 3710 S. Goldfield Rd. Apache Junction, AZ 85219 (480-671-2457) Shappart@ida.net

Nancy Lee Smith lives in Lakewood California in 1971. Married to Roger Harris. Children are Mark, and Sandra. Occupation is Social Worker at Spastic Children's Foundation, Los Angeles California. Husband's occupation is retail Jewelry Store –Harris Jewelers. Schooling B.S. - B.Y.U. Major-Sociology, Minor Psychology. Travel to New York, Boston, and Washington D. C. In 2000 lives at 4849 Hayter Lakewood, Ca 90712. Deceased 28 February 2004. Interned at Pocatello, Idaho 83205.

Brent Kenneth Sorensen lived in Downey Idaho in 1971. Married Linda Lou Wakley 21 Jun 1968.      Brent death was 24 Feb 1989 at Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah.  Burial Cambridge, Bannock, Idaho, and Linda Lou was 13 Aug 1987at Downey Idaho. Burial Cambridge, Bannock, Idaho

Harry L. Stevens Jr. lives in Pocatello Idaho in 1971. Married to Sharon Green. Lived in 2000 at 1126 N. Hilton Head Way Eagle, Idaho  83616. In 2005 lives at 216 Lavalle Strada, Pocatello, Idaho 83201 2752 Owyhee Street Pocatello, ID 83201 (208-237-3284)(208-220-0875)(208-233-1586)

Thomas Valdez lives at 112 Cedar Street, Carlin, Nevada  89822 (775-754-6904)

 Clark B. "Chalk" Wakley lives in Brigham City Utah in 1971. Married to Gayle. Children are Scott, Troy, and Jody. Occupation is Electrical Instrument Repairmen Hill Air Force Base. Wife occupation is Beautician. In 2001 lives at 6220 West  9600 North  Tremonton, Utah 84337-8625 Schooling electronic repair Weber College. Travel to Japan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Hawaii, and Okinawa.  6220  West  9600  North Tremonton, Utah 84337 (435-257-3474)(435-279-3649)

Darrel La Mar Wakley lives in Thornton (Rexburg) Idaho in 1971. Married to Barbara Jean Canham. Children are Jeannie Renada, Karen Le, Teresa Ann, and Melissa. Occupation is Unit Administer Dept of the Army, US Army Reserve Center Rexburg Idaho. Schooling Ricks-B.Y.U. Center Rexburg Idaho. Married December 8, 1962; sealed in Idaho Falls Temple, Idaho, July 1971. As of year 2005 he has 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. In 2000 lives at 504 Laurel Street Rexburg, ID 83440. In 2005 lives at 4986 South 2000 West Lot#29, Rexburg (Lyman), Idaho 83440 -4336 (208-403-6989)(208-541-5573) lamar@ida.net            

William Richard Woodland lives in Bountiful Utah in 1971. Married to Teresa.  Lived 2000 at  724 West 3300 South, Bountiful, Utah 84010-8347.  (801-292-0529)

Duane G. Whitworth lives in 2000 at 3229 West Portneuf  Road, Inkom, Idaho 83245. (208-775-3729)

Jeroldine H. Whitworth  Need information

Gerald "Jerry" Williams lives at Pocatello, Idaho 83201

Harold Brewer Born 21 December 1926 . Deceased 30 November 2002.

Louise Christensen Born 8 October 1907. Deceased 5 January 1994

Nona Dutson Born 28 November 1925. Deceased 4 April 2003

Gordon Greninger 13 January 1927. Deceased 13 September 2000

Robert Hamblin Born 22 May 1923. Deceased 12 August 2002

Helen Henderson lives at 901 Reed Avenue, Nampa, ID 83651-2077

E. Dean & Marjorie Henderson Born 3 May 1914. Deceased 21 June 2005

Hal Hatch lives in Meridian,Idaho 83687-0000 or 2055 N. Tenmile, Meridian,ID 83687-0000

Erwin & Twila Henderson lives at 81 West 3 North, P. O. Box 192

Sheldon H. Jones lives at 257 West Booth, Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246-0000

Joyce Martinson Need information.

Jess Moses lives at 1919 Bennett Avenue, Burley, ID 83318-2681

Wayne Nielsen lives at 390 Nelson, Arimo, ID 83214-0000

Glade Owens Born 10 January 1921 . Deceased 14 June 1997

Dee L. Savage lives at 2344 North 300 West, Clearfield, UT 84015-3402

Jesse George Stratford III 26 January 1911. Deceased 19 January 2001

Grant Anthony Thompson Born 24 October 1922. Deceased 21 April 2002

Ed R. & Claudia Wessel lives at 274 Cooper Lane, Hamilton, MT 59840-3325

1971 Reunion

The Marsh Valley High School Class of 1956, the first group to graduate from the consolidated high school, met for their fifteen reunion. The Silver Grill in Lava was chosen for the festivities, with some 56 persons attending, including the man who advised the class, Erwin Henderson and his wife Twila. In charge of the event were Darlene Christopherson Nelson of Murray Utah and Linford Henderson of Salt Lake City, Utah. Decorations were by LuAnn Layton McClure of Pocatello; prizes by Delene Curtis Lowther from Pocatello; and addresses by Sharon Lish Lake; Marilyn Green Jensen, Florence Bocek Berti, and Geraldine Davis Jackson. Linford Henderson acted as Master of Ceremonies.

Prizes won were as follows: farthest Nancy Smith Los Angeles; Most changed Shirley Marcham Thrugstad Pocatello; youngest baby Deanne Curtis Christensen, Orem, Utah; Sent reservation first Delvin Armstrong, Bellevue, Washington, least hair Erin Henderson, Downey; Least changed Alan Christensen, Dayton, Idaho; Most children both with five Marilyn Green Jensen, Logan, Utah and Marilyn Christiansen Throckmorton, Salt Lake City Utah A survey showed that most of the class still lives in Idaho and Utah, although six states were represented. Average number of children per class member is three. Letters were read from those unable to attend. Gerald Peterson, LuAnn Layton McClure, and Shirley Marcham Thrugstad will act as chairman for the next reunion in 2006. 

   Marsh Valley High School Class of 1956.                                                                                                            

  55 Year Reunion 2011.

 If you have added  information. please send to the below address or telephone or E-mail address

Terry B. & Norita (Armstrong) Christensen, 1202 North 2155 West, Clinton, UT 84015-4214 Phone (801) 644-2622) Marsh Valley High School, E-mail: texybaby@netzero.com .   E-Mail      texybaby@netzero.com   

Also let me know if their are changes on above pages.     lamar@ida.net

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