Paul Magers left such a legacy and remains an inspiration to Central students
yet today. His funeral was a true blessing from God and an amazing testament
to him and also to his family and classmates. I think it's wonderful, too, that you
have decided to make these donations not only in his honor, but in the honor of
your deceased classmates. I don't think it's always appropriately conveyed, but
the impact these scholarships have on our existing students is overwhelming.
Our enrollment is growing every year, and that's in large part because of the scholar-
ship dollars students now have access to. It is the most fundamental aspect of our
mission, to allow access to an exceptional Catholic education for all students,
regardless of financial means. It's only because of people like you that we are able
to continue to fulfill this mission. Please know how grateful we are, and that every
to continue to fulfill this mission. Please know how grateful we are, and that every
dollar given truly impacts a student who may not have otherwise been able to
experience Billings Central, an experience that for many students is described
as life changing. Thank you!
If you would like to donate, please make your check payble to, Paul Magers Scholarship Fund and mail to Cathy Pasquarello, 4203 Avenue D, Billings MT. 59106. Thank you for your consideration for a very worthy cause.
Biographies
Gary Lorang
After graduating, I went to work for Lovell Clay Products and was there until the company closed. At that time, I was the yard foreman. Then I went to barber school and became a barber with shops in Billings and then in Roundup. A friend of mine got me started with Albertson part-time. When it became full-time, I sold the shop in Roundup and stayed with Albertson in the bakery department, the last nine years as bakery manager in Shelby, MT. When I retired from Albertson, I bought a barber shop in Shelby and am still working. I never married. I still have the T-Bird and enjoy driving it.
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| Gary Lorang, August 2010 |
Lana Pavelis Bittner
Celebrating 50 years seemed a long way off, but after Gerry celebrated his last year from West, here it is!
After a career in banking, I followed my passion for art and painting to Sandstone Gallery as one of the watercolor artists in 2005. As one of the principals for the Montana Watercolor Workshops for the State of Montana, involvement with the arts both locally and state has been very enjoyable and rewarding, developing many friendships.
Gerry and I have been married for 44 years and have been blessed with good health and a great family. Our travels take us to Colorado to see our son, daughter and families which include four grandchildren who are very active in sports and one "dancing queen".
We go "South" to get our golf fix when the weather turns nasty in Billings.
Thanks to the Reunion Committee for all your hard work, time, and organizing of events. I look forward to getting reacquanted with the class of '63.
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| Lana (Pavelis) and Gerry Bittner |
September may seem like a long way off, but we really need you to send your bio as soon as possible. It takes time to type, print and assemble the booklet and we want to insure that you are included. Please take 30 minutes out of your day and prepare your bio. It would really help us out. Don't forget the photos!
Bill McCleary
Bill has agreed to be the Master of Ceremony at the Saturday night dinner. We look forward to an entertaining evening. If you have stories, memories, etc. you would like to share, please let Bill know. His email is abbysventures@earthlink.net.
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| Bill McCleary |
Door Prizes and Other Contributions
Rickard Ross has generously given several treasures from his world travels and an autographed copy of his published book about his great-grandfather, The Biography of First Sergeant Frederick E. Server. Rick will also give a short presentation Saturday evening about his book. Lana Pavelis Bittner has donated some original watercolor paintings that are mounted and framed with easels. Lana and Linda Pavelis LeBrun have graciously offered to provide floral decorations for the tables on Saturday evening. We sincerely thank our classmates for their generosity.
More Photos
Terry Taylor
Terry commented, "Here I am Easter morning, standing tall. It came off December 7, 2012 and went back on Good Friday, March 29, 2013."
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| Terry Taylor, March 2013 |
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| Eileen Taylor, March 2013 |
Claudia Lewis Brayton
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| Claudia (Lewis) & Gary Brayton |
