Richard Alther
Richard's Latest Interactions
Posted on: May 14, 2023 at 4:33 AM
Bonnie Lee was my first girlfriend, junior high in Glen Rock. She joined me at my grandparents' place on Lake Champlain in Vermont one summer week. Such a good sport, I'll forever remember her playing softball because she's starred in one of our first family home movies. Cheerful and upbeat Bonnie Lee. Healing thoughts to her family in their loss.
Linda and I were connected by our dads who worked at New York Life. She could be a rascal, but compared to my brown nose, most kids were very spirited. My parents remained very close to hers, and that was true for Linda and me too. She was a bright light in my Glen Rock youth. I know from a reunion she was proud of her own family, and I wish for them peace in their loss.
Gail was my first girlfriend. In sixth grade we went to the movies in town and I dared to reach for and hold her hand. But man was I and my hand sweating! She held firmly on, the both of nervous as all get out. Ah the innocence, the Eisenhower years. Gail and I had in common our parents who were best friends. The bar in the rumpus room was sure rocking in those days. Farewell to a gracious soul.
Ginny, I am wishing for you peace along with your sorrow as you navigate your loss. We are all so grateful for your loving care of our class. Richard
Yes it was sad to learn of George's passing. Glen Rock was such a small town, and we were all so connected. It was wonderful to just see the names of Gordon Stanley, Bob Buckalew, June Whelan here...such warm memories of our youth I have with each of our classmates. Wishing you all well as we venture on into our 80s. Richard
Posted on: Apr 01, 2020 at 10:44 AM
Hello Sandy, I have fond memories of you with your crackling smile and sharp wit. Thinking back a lot these days as I help my husband of twenty years deal with metastatic melanoma. It is a gift to have a whole life to reflect upon, sequestered as we are.
Posted on: Feb 28, 2019 at 1:58 PM
My husband Ray Repp and I just published TABLE TALES, 15 Do-Ahead Dinner Party Menus That Whet Appetites, Loosen Tongues, and Make Memories. If of interest: www.tabletalescookbook.com.