Please stay in touch and let us know how you are doing. Add any updates or news you have to our message forum.  

Charles Ferguson

Ernie, Jimmy bought that Lexus with loose change!  What I'm concerned about is Jimmy getting out once he is in that beautiful car.  Jimmy, looking forward to seeing you next month!   
Happy Birthday to Cathy & my old neighbor Bob Finley!  By the way, 75 is not so bad.

Jimmy Vick

Yep Augie, I had to figure it out. Not to bad once I got a method. Hoping for good weather and a close game, 56-0 sounds close enough for me. Going to the Duke game cause it's closer to me than the Valley. See you for the Deacon destruction!

Cheryl Pope (Bumgarner)

Thank you for your kind words, each expression of sympathy and your prayers at the sudden passing of my husband, Joe Bumgarner.

Please continue to keep me and my family in your prayers.

Cheryl (Pope) Bumgarner 

Kay Manning (Elrod)

Cheryl:  You and your family are in my prayers.  There are just no words to express to you how sorry I am for your loss.  K

Dennis: Thank you for telling us about Tyndall and Janice. Would you have information about the rehab center where he is staying so we can send cards.  Tyndall and Janice are in my prayers also.  K

Kay Manning (Elrod)

A link to Roslyn's obituary in the Rock Hill Herald has been posted on her In Memory page with details of her funeral.  Prayers for Roslyn and her family at this sad time.

Brenda Leazer (Chandler)

Sorry. I missed an update on Tyndal and Janice. what happened?

Becky Armstrong (Helms)

Brenda, here is the full post from Dennis that is posted in the in memory section for Rosalyn.

From Dennis: I saw Rosalyn last at Lynn's Uncle's furneral greeting at Greene's Funeral Home prior to the pandemic.  Lynn's Uncle was Joe Garrison, Kenny Garrison's Dad.  I hadn't seen her in many years.  We talked some about the old days back at RHHS.  She also told me about her family going to Washington, DC to visit Tyndall Estes.  Tyndall served as a page for Rep. Hemphill during the summer following 8th grade.  She was a sweet girl. You may remember that Rosalyn's Dad was the radio announcer for RHHS football games.

More about Tyndall.  On July 22, he and Janice along with his daughter & son's families went to Surfside Beach for a week's vacation.  Sadly, they had to take Tyndall to Tidelands Waccama Hospital that night.  He was running a fever of 103.7F and delirious.  For a few days, they were wondering if he had meningitis or encephalitis while he was in and out of consciousness.  Finally, it was determined that he had a bacterial brain infection. Fortunately, at the end of their vacation time, we were scheduled to be at Litchfield Beach and Janice was able to stay with us.  Just Yesterday (8/5), with the infection under control, he was able to be transported to the rehab facility near Piedmont Medical in Rock Hill.  Because of his ongoing back issues and this illness, he will be there to get treatment so he can stand & walk so he can eventually go home.  Please keep Janice & Tyndall in your prayers.

Thomas Carter

Im sorry to hear that about an old friend for many years.

Im sure that was really scary for Janice and his family.

Our prayers for his recovery and return to better health.

Brenda Leazer (Chandler)

Thanks Becky for the update. The rehab unit near Piedmont is Encompass Health on Frank Gaston Boulevard if he is in acute rehab. Prayers for Tyndall and for Rosalind's family.

Kay Manning (Elrod)

Please post addresses of Tyndall and Rocky for those who would love to send cards.  

George Crow

I understand from Dennis Haire that Tyndall is home from the hospital, but I imagine he and wife Janice would be grateful for any and all prayers.

Mike Woodall was kind enough to give me the address for Rocky Evans for any who might wish to send him a note. It is: W. R. "Rocky" Evans, Huntersville Health & Rehab, 13835 Boren St., Huntersville, NC 28o78.

Thank you so much, George.  and thanks Mike!  k

Dennis W. Haire

Tyndall's address is 2967 Tallgrass Bluff, Rock Hill, SC 29732.  I'm sure he could use some encouragement.  Janice could also use your prayers!  As we know, Tyndall can be a handful!

Thanks so much, Dennis!  

Kay Manning (Elrod)

Prayers to all you Bearcats in the path of Idalia from Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and beyond!

Cheryl Pope (Bumgarner)

Thank you, Dennis Haire for first alerting us to the passing of Mike Tate.

Kay Manning (Elrod)

George:  Please have someone take pictures of lunch in October. I'm unable to attend but would love to see everyone.  Also, regarding Fred McCLurkin's photos, I am not on Facebook and would love to see his photos. Maybe someone can offer their services to copy and paste onto this web site.  Thanks!

Kay Manning (Elrod)

Freddie McClurkin sent George this message and photos. So glad we can share them with the class.  Freddie has some BIG TOYS!

Thanks for all the news and updates. Sorry, 

I missed the Zoom call. I would love to join next time.

I was able to fly the P 51 in August and the PT 13 yesterday.

God is so good!!!!!!!!   It was absolutely awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Blessings to you and your family, Freddie

Kay Manning (Elrod)

For all attending lunch with the gang, please would someone take pictures. It would be nice to post them for all to see. Thanks! K

Janice Pryor

Wow, Freddie!  Indeed, it does look awesome, and also great fun!  Looks like you are having a great time in the photos.  Thanks for sharing.

Kay Manning (Elrod)

GOOD NEWS!

Mike Woodall, who has stayed in constant touch with Rocky Evans, asked that we post this update on Rocky:

Rocky returned home home Friday.

Home address: 14224 Grand Traverse Drive, Charlotte, NC 28278

Rocky, your classmates are so glad you're home and wish you better days ahead.  You have been in our prayers and will continue to be as you regain your strength.  We hope to see you at the next Bearcat '66 event.  

Thank you, Mike, for letting us know Rocky is home. K

Richard Hill

Rocky I am glad you are home our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen and Richard Hill

Ernie Wright

Hey everyone, I just looked at all the pictures, You all look great, we are in the golden ages for sure, I had planned on coming to the recent lunch but it had only been 2 days post op. stent in my Aorta, I just wasn't up to coming, Laura my wife would have strung me up if I had come, currently I having another set back with my stomach,I won't go any further except to say I'm very weak, no strength, just pacing myself to get a few things done around the house that Inned to stay on top of. I'm anxious about getting out and doing things just can't right now, Freddie M. Did you actually fly the planes or just rode in them.Preacher George keep me informed of further get togethers, I love you all, Peace.

Ernie:  It's good to hear you are recovering and home with Laura.  We all pray for your recovery to be fast and you will be able to join the next lunch in January.  It would have been way too soon for you to socialize after surgery, and don't forget Covid is still out there. Relax, take care, and we all love you too!  K

Charles Ferguson

Ernie, keep fighting, my friend!  It sounds like you are turning the corner.  I know you are a fighter...

Michael mentioned above that Rocky was back at home.  He had a small relapse & is back in the hospital in Pineville.  He just called & we talked for an hour plus, & I can tell you that he is doing better then he has in several months.  Your prayers are needed & I assure you they are appreciated!  Thank you Mike for keeping me up to date.  It was so great seeing you last month.

Sincere love for everyone in our class as we age & face the challenges of aging & the difficulties of loss.

Take care of your friends & family,  and, by the way, go Tigers!!

Charlie Ferguson
 

Bobbie Marie Key (Rourk)

Wishing peace and healing to Rocky, Tyndall, and Ernie.

Dennis W. Haire

Scott Martin asked for a medical update on Tyndall.  Scott & Tyndall were roommates in the "tin can" dorms at Clemson for one year.  Talk about different studying styles!!  Scott taking things seriously and Tyndall shooting pool!!  Tyndall is doing better although Janice called over the weekend that he had a fever and wanted to know if we had a Covid test kit.  We did and he checked negative. His doctor is still trying to figure out what is causing him to run a fever from time to time.  That's about it.

Kay Manning (Elrod)

Richard Hill sent a message to the web site asking about information on Mike Tate's death. If anyone has any further information other than what we have, please update us. Thanks to all our classmates for all your caring comments and inquiries about our friends who are having health issues at this time.  K