Lamar Class of 1959

new posting Steve Mahood - Our classmate Steve Mahood died from cancer back in 1998, but now we have obituary material on his well-lived life.

Orenda page Obituary

new posting Wynne "Buzzy" Creekmore - Our classmate Buzzy Creekmore died Sunday 15 June 2025, from complications related to dementia, as reported by Kenny Hardin. There are no plans for a memorial service. Additional information on Buzzy is provided at our Obituary page.

Orenda page Obituary

Jon Hugh Fleming - Our classmate Jon Fleming died 27 March 2025 as reported in the Texas Journal of Philosophy. Rick McDowell reminds us that it was Jon who married Rick and Donna back in 1980.

Orenda page Obituary

Asa Weldon - Our classmate Asa Weldon died Wednesday evening, 23 October 2024, following several months of Hospice care at Holly Home Retirement Center in Houston.

Asa was supported by our classmate Tom Herren and his small group Bible Study at Second Baptist called The Flock, as Asa had no family. Asa’s service was held Friday, November 15 at the Hankamer Chapel at Second Baptist Church 6400 Woodway. On 24 November 2024, Asa was interred in the Houston National Cemetery..

Orenda page Obituary

Lynn Zarr - Our beloved classmate Lynn Zarr died peacefully on 1 Sept 2024. "Tough as nails but with a heart of gold" - an excellent obituary for Lynn, "Papa Zarr", is linked.

Orenda page Obituary

Beth Gainey Beth Gainey (Gay), c. 2023 - Our classmate Beth Gainey (Gay) died peacefully on 16 March 2024 in a Memory Care Unit in Tyler, TX. Beth was a graduate of both SMU (undergrad) and Texas (Masters) and taught elementary school for many years before retiring as an assistant principal in Beamont. A dear friend to many, to include Rick McDowell who provided the link to Beth's obituary. Beth will be remembered and missed.

Orenda page Obituary

Classmate Information
	Our most recent classmate news Steve Mahood - Our classmate Steve Mahood died from cancer back in 1998, but now we have obituary material on his well-lived life. Orenda page Obituary Wynne "Buzzy" Creekmore - Our classmate Buzzy Creekmore died Sunday 15 June 2025, from complications related to dementia, as reported by Kenny Hardin. There are no plans for a memorial service. Additional information on Buzzy is provided at our Obituary page. Orenda page Obituary Jon Hugh Fleming - Our classmate Jon Fleming died 27 March 2025 as reported in the Texas Journal of Philosophy. Rick McDowell reminds us that it was Jon who married Rick and Donna back in 1980. Orenda page Obituary Asa Weldon - Our classmate Asa Weldon died Wednesday evening, 23 October 2024, following several months of Hospice care at Holly Home Retirement Center in Houston. Asa was supported by our classmate Tom Herren and his small group Bible Study at Second Baptist called The Flock, as Asa had no family. Asa’s service was held Friday, November 15 at the Hankamer Chapel at Second Baptist Church 6400 Woodway. On 24 November 2024, Asa was interred in the Houston National Cemetery.. Orenda page Obituary Lynn Zarr - Our beloved classmate Lynn Zarr died peacefully on 1 Sept 2024. "Tough as nails but with a heart of gold" - an excellent obituary for Lynn, "Papa Zarr", is linked. Orenda page Obituary Beth Gainey - Our classmate Beth Gainey (Gay) died peacefully on 16 March 2024 in a Memory Care Unit in Tyler, TX. Beth was a graduate of both SMU (undergrad) and Texas (Masters) and taught elementary school for many years before retiring as an assistant principal in Beamont. A dear friend to many, to include Rick McDowell who provided the link to Beth's obituary. Beth will be remembered and missed. Orenda page Obituary
65th Reunion at Lunches
Unfounded Rumours	There will not be an 'official' Reunion for the Class in 2024 - however, the lunch gatherings (primarily in Houston) provide that atmosphere on a monthly basis. This page captures some former buzz, innuendo, and just flat Fake News swirling around in the past about possible celebrations in 2024.
Fredericksburg 2021
Fredericksburg 2021	Classmates (and guests) who showed up for this event - and two (2) links to some great photos. Perhaps a few memories will be posted? Click here for the list, the strudel, the links, the wienerschnitzel!
60th Reunion
60th Reunion Photos	Provides links to collections of photos as provided by our classmates from the 60th Reunion, 29-31 March 2019
60th Reunion Attendees	Provides the 'final' list of attendees for the 60th Reunion - yes, a few like Pat Haragan didn't make it, but ... here is the list!
60th Reunion Activities	Our 60th Reunion occurred in Houston during 29-31 March 2019. Results: Plans Attendees Photos T-shirts
Message to the Class	Our classmate Sue Harlow (Frederick) did not attend our 60th Reunion, but sent this message (with photo) from Tennessee to you.
Classmates in Contact
59ers Lunch Bunch	Wendell Mendell coordinates this monthly gathering of classmates at the Marathon Oil Building cafeteria in Houston. Send your e-mail to Wendell@Lamar59.org to receive a reminder each month. Or just show up!
Electronic Orenda	Our class directory based on our Orenda - even those folks who didn't get their photo in are featured here - with current hometown noted and a link to their Lamar memories and Class Photo location where known. Send in your information to Webmaster@Lamar59.org
50th Reunion
50th Reunion Report	Prepared as an article on our 50th Reunion for Fran Callahan to publish in the Alumni Assocation Newsletter, this (2MB) PDF file provides an overall summary of our Reunion and the events of the weekend, with a few photos of interest.
50th Reunion Activities	Our fun-filled weekend of November 13-15, 2009. These five events were packed into three fun-filled days! Click here to see the list of classmates registered to attend our 50th, from Anchorage to Naples.
50th Reunion Memories	The remarks (as a PDF file) presented by Lynn Zarr and Sherry Strater at our 50th Celebration (Saturday Night, River Oaks Country Club, 14 Nov 2009).
Memories
Photos from Reunions	Photos from our other reunions (Fredericksburg in 2012, 50th in 2009) are shared here - including a few from post-reunion activities. Includes some suggested free on-line storage sites for sharing your pics.
In Memoriam	Classmate obituaries and memorial sites. Includes link to the current (PDF format) list of deceased classmates.
Helping Others
	Our classmates Frank Jones and Sukey Fenoglio worked with the Lamar Alumni Association to establish some scholarships for "B" students at Lamar to attend college ("A" students have little trouble obtaining financial assistance). Details here

Memories, Memories
Memory Album	A special collection where classmates are encouraged to share their memories of Lamar - and their life since. Send your info to Webmaster@Lamar59.org As needed: MS Word file or PDF file describing the Album and offering suggestions for submittals.
50th Reunion Cruise Journal	Ignatius Snigglefritz provides his personal journal from the 50th Reunion Cruise (September 16-26, 2009), New York City to Quebec City.
50th Reunion Reflections	The essay (as a PDF file) composed for the 50th Reunion by Jon Hugh Fleming as appearing in the Reunion Directory. "Through the loving union of our parents, we came to this good Earth during 1941...."
Class Photo	Where are you in this panorama photo from November 1958? Email your Row and Position number to Webmaster@Lamar59.org if you're not already identified. Click on one of the four sub-panels to actually see who is standing next to you.
Lamar Lancers	Here you have access to years of our Lamar Lancer papers, from Sept 19, 1956 to May 14, 1959. Fun reading!
Pershing Chatters	Now available here! Thanks to Wayne Shull, here are PDF files of some of the Pershing Jr High School newspapers from 1953-1956.
Fun Photos	Collection of the Senior Interest Photos from our 1959 Orenda - click on any small photo to see the larger version.
Activities Photos	Clubs, Football Photos from our 1959 Orenda - click on any small photo to see the larger version.
Houston Photos	Provides link to some 40 historic photos of Houston during our formative years, plus comments and memories by classmates.
Commencement Exercise	Where were you on 2 June 1959 at 8 pm? Why, in the old Sam Houston Coliseum, of course! Click at left to display your Commencement Exercise program. This is the only version that doesn't list Janet Junker in the Cabinet twice!
Medicare Cruise	Remember that milestone in 2006 when we reached the magic year of Medicare eligibility? Here are photos and memories from some of the less mature members of our Class celebrating via a Medicare Cruise through the uncharted waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
45th Reunion	The Class of 1959 45th Reunion Weekend: Houston, April 30 - May 2, 2004
Stories from '59	Some of Jon Hugh Fleming's memories from our days at Lamar - as delivered at the 45th Reunion. [PDF file]
Roberts Elementary	Roberts Elementary was a feeder school to Pershing and Lanier, which fed Lamar. Here are photos of some of our classmates back in 1951-1953. Did we have a great childhood or what!
40th Reunion	One classmate's musings following the Class of 1959 40th Reunion Weekend: Houston, April 11-12, 1999.
The Reunion Poem	"Every five years, as summertime nears, an announcement arrives in the mail ..." Thus begins this summary of class reunions, author unknown. Kay Cole Segrato provided it for the Class of 1959. If you want a version with animated cartoons, go to this site and scroll down....
Back to the Fifties	Frank Jones suggests visiting this fun site that captures some of the spirit of our youth. (For the 'full songs,' visit our Memory Album. )
Lost in the Fifties	A large file to download (about 6 MB) yet worth the time - fun collection of slides (PowerPoint) of 'how it was' during our high school years.

Other Lamar Sites
Lamar Alumni	This site provides information for all graduates of Lamar Senior High School, to include upcoming reunions and events.
Class of 1958	Yeah, they're a lot older than us ... but didn't we date some of these people?
Class of 1957	At one time, the Class of 1957 had a nice web site which even included information on some of our teachers, e.g., Ms Hollingsworth, Mr. Gentry. However, in 2019, all we can find is this incomplete commercial site. Let us know if you find something better.
Class of 1956	Nice job of integrating Class Bios and photos and videos where available - using myevent.com web site.
Class of 1960	They were so young back then ...
Class of 1962	This is the In Memoriam site for the Class of 1962
Wikipedia	Hey, you mean our High School is actually famous enough to have our own entry in Wikipedia? With the River Oaks Blvd joke? This is so cool!
Lamar High School	What is going on back at the mother ship? Lamar today is an International Baccalaureate World School .... say what?