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Maria Moore (Moorehead)

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Children: 2
Occupation: Flight Attendant
Comment:
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Paul Moore-Mortician
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: n/a
What have you been up to since high school?: I went to EIU for one year, partied too hard then came back home and graduated from CLC. In 1984, I moved to Houston, TX and began working as a flight attendant for Continental Airlines. I have been there for 26 years. In 1997, I graduated with a B.A.in speech comunications from the University of Houston. I have 2 beautiful children, ages 9 and 13 who keep me extremely busy.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I love to Zumba and aspire to become a Zumba instructor. I LOVE to facebook, read, and do crossword puzzles. I love staying active. I am a member of Brookhollow Baptist Church in Houston.I also volunteer at my kids schools and extracurricular activities.

Maria Moore (Moorehead)

Now Now
Marital status: Divorced
Children: 2
Occupation: Flight Attendant for United Airlines
What have you been up to since high school?: After high school, I went Eastern Illinois University for a year then finished my associates degree at CLC. My childhood dream was to become a flight attendant. In 1984, I made that dream become a reality when I became a flight attendant for Continental Airlines. I pursued my bachelors degree after moving to Texas where I graduated from the University of Houston in 1997. I married in 1989 (divorced in 2025) and have 2 wonderful children; Rachel who is 28 and PJ, who is 24. In 2012, Continental Airlines merged with United Airlines. I have now been a flight attendant for 41 years, and I still love my job. I mainly fly internationally: Europe, Japan and Australia.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I enjoy yoga, going to the theater, trying new restaurants and travel.

Lee Nepstad

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Children: 3
Occupation: Self employed
Comment:
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Allison Nepstad, 3rd grade teacher
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: none
What have you been up to since high school?: I started doing HVAC work when I was 17 and have never stopped. After graduating from college, I moved to San Jose, California and lived there for two years. I worked for NASA and worked on their equipment. I came back to the Midwest and lived in Wisconsin for 7 years. During that time I married Allison. (We have been married 21 years!) My first son Andrew was born there. We then moved back to Illinois because of a job that I couldn't pass up. It allowed Allison to be a stay at home mom for 12 years. We had another son and a daughter during that time and my wife went back to college and got her teaching degree. I have my own HVAC-R business now of six years and going strong. My oldest son is graduating this winter and will be joining the business.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I enjoy driving my truck, my 4-wheeler, and riding my motorcycle and jet ski. I love snow skiing and go every year with a group of guys to upper Mi. I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids, traveling with them, and watching movies together. I also love camping and hiking!

Julie Scroggins (Nerheim)

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Children: 3
Occupation: Comptroller
Comment:
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Dave Scroggins, Sales Manager
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: OMG - not yet!!!
What have you been up to since high school?: 10 years after High School I ran into Dave Scroggins (hottie from the class of 1981). By some miracle, he asked me out on a date and the rest is history. We'll be married 20 years in April. We have 3 wonderful children. Mary Ann (18) is a Freshman at Illinois State University. Christopher (15)is a Freshman at Warren. Our youngest, Mabel is in 5th grade.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I have worked in my family business, Waukegan Tire since since high school and throughout college. I serve on the Panel for Askpatty.com and am committed to empowering young girls and women on issues pertaining to the automotive industry. In my free time I love to spend time relaxing with my husband and kids. My favorite place to do that is in Ludington, Michigan.

Howard Nichols

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Divorced
Children: 2
Occupation: Retired/Elder
Comment: miquekii196tmoblackberrynet@gmail.com
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: 2
What have you been up to since high school?: Graduated, joined the Army, completed my CLC Associates Degree,Transferred to Jackson State Univ., completed my Bachelors Degree, got married, but since Divorced, traveled the world in the Army, Airborne Fraternity , Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., completing 27 years of service Traveled more later to Nigeria and Cameroon Africa, retired as a Army O4 Major, became a businessman, since Closed the Business, a christian, and am now a Licensed Ordained Elder of the Gospel. Later Graduated with my Masters of Divinity Degree from Memphis Theological Seminary, Memphis, Tennessee. Tracked down my African Roots, Restored to Royalty as a Notable with my African name Djouwe Houm Luo Mi of The Tikar Tribe.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: Cars, Motorcycles, Travel, ROOTS/Ancestors/Family Tree.

CHRIS NICHOLSON

Marital status: Married
Occupation: trades /p.e. teacher
Comment: I hpoe everyone is doing well. The PLEASE READ is very inviting to everyone. Friday Oct. 2, I can,t wait to see those RAIDERS, and everyone else. See you then. BIG NICK OR Coacn Nick.
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: jacqualine nicholson, Insurance.
What have you been up to since high school?: Bach. degree EIU, teacher in Waukegan for 5 years. Crisis staff for Allendale asso. Lake Villa until 1996. Milwaukee public Schools until 2001. Met My wife and moved back to IL. Have worked in Blue Island, Harvey, East Aurora, Proviso West and Now Calumet City Schools as a teacher.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: Cars We have 7, Bikes We have 10.Rehab houses We have 4.

Claudia Ogrin

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Single
Occupation: Director of a Early Child Development Center
What have you been up to since high school?: I have been a Director at a child care center for the past 30+ years. Most of those in Texas but in 2018 I moved to Oklahoma to start and ECDC at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: Still playing golf. Have three dogs: Zoey, Gypsy, and Harlie. Enjoy shopping and watching the Cubs during the season.

Carrie Leinonen (Osburn)

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Children: 2
Occupation: Mgr, Pharma International Event Mktg.
Comment:
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Bill Leinonen
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: None
What have you been up to since high school?: After HS, moved to Texas. Hooked up and married Billy (WEHS '79). Married 25 years May 2010. Two great kids, Andrew 20 and Travis 16. Been working in healtcare for 20+ years. Marketing & communications, meeting & event management. Currently managing international pharma company event planning dept. Travelled extensively around the world - favorite stop so far, Sydney.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: Being "mom" for my boys and hubby, Country music fan along with being a NASCAR fan. MIS race every August with frieds. Love camping with friends and my globe trotting.

Sue Kuhn (Paparigian)

Then Then
Now Now
Marital status: Married
Children: 3
Occupation: Stay at home mom
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Mike Kuhn, V.P. Business Development
If you have grandchildren, how old are they?: n/a
What have you been up to since high school?: After high school I attended Eastern illinois University. Five years after graduating, married my college sweetheart, Mike. Have 3 boys, Nick (20), Tony (16) and Sam (14). Have lived in Gurnee, Vancouver, B.C., The Woodlands, Texas and Elmhurst, Illinois.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I enjoy working out, traveling, eating, fine wine, and watching my boys sporting events ( this takes up a lot of time).

John Pawlowski

Then Then
Marital status: Married
Children: 2
Occupation: Advertising Account Representative
Comment:
What is your spouse/partner's name (if applicable) and their occupation?: Mary
What have you been up to since high school?: After high school, I attended the College of Lake County where I was active in the school newspaper, the Chronicle. It was there that I started my career in Advertising Sales. In 1985, I was married to my wife Mary and have two grown daughters.
What are your current hobbies and interests?: I enjoy boating and spending time with family and friends.