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05/16/19 07:25 PM #336    

 

Dave Medeiros

Does anyone remember him? I couldn't find him in the yearbook.

NEW BEDFORD — Russell W. Manchester, age 72 of New Bedford, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019, in St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the husband of the late Joann Manchester.

Born in New Bedford, a son of the late Frederick and Mary Manchester, he was a lifelong city resident.

Russ was a graduate of New Bedford High School, class of 1965. He served his country in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam.

He enjoyed his family, he was extremely social and always the life of the party. Russ was an avid sports fan and a “DIEHARD” New York Yankees fan.

He is survived by a step-son, Stephen Belanger and his partner Scott D’Agata of Methuen; two brothers, Carl Manchester and his wife Sue of Auburn and Frederick Manchester III and his wife Jane of Acushnet. He was pre-deceased by his step-daughter Lisa Belanger.

His funeral service was held on Friday, May 10, 2019, at 10:00AM in the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME at FAIRLAWN, 180 Washington 


05/17/19 10:57 AM #337    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

Our Russell Manchester grew up in the North End of New Bedford.  Russell was well-liked and popular, sports-minded and loved music, attending CYO dances at St. Killian's Church CYO and than also the "Y" dances downtown New Bedford.  Russell may have very well been a member of a local 'garage' band featured at these dances.  Brad Bourque should remember Russell as well as Claudette Bergeron, Claire Dufresne, Doreen Desjeunes and John Nunes.  Russell Machester's memory wili be well-attended with me;  may he Rest in Peace for all Eternity.   That Russell served his Country is also tribute to his memory.  He will be missed.    


05/17/19 11:16 AM #338    

 

Robert Costa

Russell Manchester was a good friend who lived on the same street as I. May he rest in peace.

He is in the class of 1964 year book.


05/17/19 11:22 AM #339    

Barbara Fernandes (Lanagan)

Yes, Russell was a north end boy.  I remember him well.  Very nice, tribute, Kathy Conway. You said it all.


06/06/19 10:33 AM #340    

 

Jack (John) Nunes

The ability to choose more than one answer on the monthly Poll would be a nice feature. 

Many of us would have chosen Print as well as Television/Broadcasts as our answe this month. 

Thanks. 


06/07/19 08:31 AM #341    

David Mesquita

I agree with John, it would be nice to have the option of selecting two or even more options in the polls.  


06/07/19 01:52 PM #342    

 

Maria de Melo (Gulla)

Hi
It makes me feel so happy that you are responding. It’s a very restrictive page and only one choice. I used to include “all the above “ but that’s default. It’s for fun I and an opportunity to reconnect.

06/07/19 05:23 PM #343    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

'Multi-tasking", and 'social media' would also be appropriate responses

and if "other' was checked, could that response automatically volley

our data entry to our Message Forum.. . .tons of fun and possibility

circa 2019 for the Class of 1965!       

 


06/08/19 11:01 AM #344    

 

Jack (John) Nunes

It may be time to upgrade our site. It seems like there is less and less being posted.
To whoever is in charge, let’s do it!
If we need to kick in a few bucks, so be it. $5 or $10 times the number of classmates would help bring this up to speed.
I’m done... ;0)

06/09/19 08:27 AM #345    

 

Maria de Melo (Gulla)

Hi Jack:

I read your post and think it's wonderful that you are suggesting improving our website.  I'm one of the administrators and have done my share to maintain it current but it's not my input alone that counts.  It's all of us.  We do pay for website memory and for the services of the class creator, those who facilitate the technology. Nancy and Jose usually handle the finances. I have reached out to people by private messages or personal email asking them to post interesting items,  news and events in their lives,etc.  I have discussed with some classmates why there has been some drop in posting.  It has been explained to me that when the website was set up, classmates who hadn't been reconnected were curious about each other.  So there was a flurry of items posted on these pages.  Since then, many have chosen to share on social media like Facebook.   Some classmates are not on social media and check our website but don't post.  There are daily notices like birthdays which people enjoy and message each other, usually by private messages, so that serves a purpose.  Some people like Dave Pacheco and Dave Medeiros continue to post occasionally on Various Topics.  I will bring up your suggestion to update the website and let's see what happens.  It has been a useful tool for people to express condolences, honor our military classmates, send communications and share reunion updates.  Personally, I etill enjoy it and am grateful to have reconnected with classmates.  Any suggestions for posting videos, etc, just message me or the other adminstrators and we will try to update the pages as our personal time (which seems busier by the day) allows.  Take care and be well.  I appreciate your input and interest.


06/09/19 11:15 AM #346    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

Hmmm. . .It's Our Class Website, and that, in itself is Very Cool!  Thanks to All!    I am inspired to even see

the words 'share Reunion updates' here. . .!   I, for one, would like to stir up some chatter about another

NBHS Class of 1965 Reunion for the near future, perhaps even a 55th Reunion . . .now that would be

quite motivational!  I also suggest looking into synchronizing our site upgraded to be on the 'same page'

perhaps as our cell phones, laptops, tablets and the major social media outlets!  If a formal sync would

not work in our 'mix' than perhaps our Classmate Profiles could be updated with that data.   Let's Reunite

for,  and in 2020, Crimson Class of NBHS 1965!  wink

 

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06/10/19 08:44 AM #347    

 

James Casey

Our 55th Reunion is already in the works and was discussed at our last Class Luncheon. August of 2020. Details will be forthcoming. As for the updating of the Website, Henry Laferriere has been instrumental in its origin, the intricacies of how it works, the cost factors, etc. He will be returnining from FL very soon and as the Administrator,these are questions that I would suggest should be run by him and the others who actually founded the site. These ideas are great, but so many folks have fixed and/or limited incomes and that concern, among others, must be considered. Unless of course, someone can find a very willing, affluent Benefactor that will assume ALL the expenses needed for a facelift!   lol  


06/10/19 10:18 AM #348    

 

Jack (John) Nunes

perhaps an appeal for donations occasionally might help. I and am sure others would be willing to kick in a few bucks now and then. 

Maybe even a go fund me or a PAYPAL account. I do both for various interests. 

Just an idea to consider  

 

 


06/10/19 11:45 AM #349    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

Wow!  I am excited!  Our NBHS Class of 1965 is scheduling a Reunion for August 2020!

How so very wondrful, thank you!  Please tell us more as soon as possible. . . .heart

 

Regarding administrative linkages and synchronizations with major social media platforms

I do think that such a strategy holds much promise and revitalization for our NBHS Class of

1965 webpage.  Let not a threat of the unknown become an obstacle to our growth.  I look

forward to learning more about our options for networking and connections, thank you!  


06/10/19 11:48 AM #350    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

Let's do a 'save the date' email to our class regarding August 2020 Class of 1965 NBHS

Reunion!   Pronto!  Por Favor. . .heart


06/10/19 01:47 PM #351    

 

James Casey

All thingsin good time.There's lots of groundwork, planning and working with vendors, etc. I have a full plate. It's 15 months qway. There are logistics and several considerations, not to mention costs. When things are definitively in place, people will know well in advance. This time around there will be a very small group of our Classmates helping out with details, as needed. As far as anything 5to due with this site, improvements, etc. that matter is out of my domain or area of concern. 

Far too early for posting specifics and confusing folks when the venue and details are not even settled. There will be a grand reunion, in August of 2020. That's all there is to say at this point. I wish I had the luxury of answering lots of questions, providing various thoughts, etc. But I  do not. We've gathered thoughts from those at the Luncheons, put a very general plan together and we shall move forward. There's plenty of legwork involved and one thing I can say without hesitation...the costs of these functions have skyrocketed. From venues, to food and also music. We will be planning for a Saturday evening in mid August. And locations wilh adequate facilities that can accomodate are quite limited in the area. Other than these basic details, ther really is nothing more to add at this time. Thanks for your understanding and support. 


06/10/19 10:29 PM #352    

Peter Hawes

I really appreciate the work that goes into the reunions.  I have missed many luncheons but I thought I would put in my 2 cents anyway.      The cocktail party at the Waterfront Grille now called ....was awesome. It was buy your own drinks & mingle. I liked it because I could move from person to person without being seated at a certain seat/ table for the the evening. I could easily hear everyone I wanted to hear. 😊 There may have been background music but it was not loud & facilitated conversation. The big event at Hawthorn- I had lots of fun dancing but the band was so loud that I really couldn’t hear the person next to me. The food was good. The event was very well organized.

 

 

 

 


06/11/19 08:05 AM #353    

 

James Casey

Thanks for the comments, Peter! Always a pleasure to hear from you! One thing, old friend ~ do you think you could put more than 2 cents worth in? LOL Glad you mentioned the Hawtorn Country Club. It was a great reunion. But now they are closed. Hope you can join us for our next luncheon, of which Nancy will be posting the site and time very soon. Miss you, Pete! Hope you can make it...   Father Jim


06/11/19 01:35 PM #354    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

It's so cool to see that folks are interested and communicating!  That's great!

I just received our Lunch Bunch email for June 27th 12 noon at Me and Ed's

Brock Avenue, New Bedford.  Photos requested please to post on our webpage

especially where our last Lunch Bunch picture posts are from two (2) years' past!

Oh My Goodness!  heart    Let It Continue. . .heart


06/11/19 07:14 PM #355    

Barbara Fernandes (Lanagan)

Sounds very exciting!  Have never been to a reunion so I hope to make the 2020!  Very proud of all the work you all do.  Like Jack said..we could chip in to keep it going.


06/12/19 07:09 AM #356    

Peter Hawes

what are estimated expenses & what address do we send a check to & what name should check be written too?

 


06/12/19 08:26 AM #357    

 

Geraldine Cardoza (Bailey)

I had such a good time at the last reunion.  After what had happened, everyone made me feel so welcome. I am really looking forward to this one.  Please let me know if I can help in any way.  Hope to see you at Me & Ed's.  Sorry I missed the last luncheon.heart

 

 


06/12/19 09:24 AM #358    

 

James Casey

Peter ~ Please hold onto your thoughts until we have finalized plans. Checks for the General Fund, which is maintained by Nancy and Jose are outside my domain. As far as $$$$ for tickets for the reunion, it is far too early. Costs have not been established. Hopefully you can make it to the next Luncheon on June 27th at Me and Ed's. Setting some time aside for a general discussion. Thanks for your concerns and offer of assistance. Hope to see you then! JC

 


06/12/19 11:17 AM #359    

 

Kathleen Conway (Hickman)

It's so fantastic that our NBHS Class of 1965 classmates are indicating interest in our August 2020 Reunion presently in the planning stages, but also in an updated NBHS Class of 1965 webpage!heart

 

It's great that time will be set aside at our June 27th Lunch Bunch for Reunion discussion.  Let me also 

suggest that a 'menu item' (bullet) be  added here under 'Click here to Contact Us" regarding our August

2020 Reunion. . .enlightenedheart

 

Way to Go Crimson Class of 1965 New Bedford High School!!!heart

 

 


06/13/19 10:00 AM #360    

 

Jack (John) Nunes


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