Tara High School - Class of 1977

Peggy Quinn (Quinn Vance)

Now

Occupation:Self Employed Importer Website:www.claymarket.com Marital Status:Married No. of Children:3

From Peggy:30 YEARS!!! How can it be possible? I am sure this WILL be interesting!!!

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Nancy Cole (Ribas)

Occupation:banker,car sales, property manager Marital Status:Married No. of Children:1

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Betty Barrett (Richard)

Then

Now

Occupation:Office Manager Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2

From Betty:

2008: The 30th Reunion was so much fun. Thanks to those who do so much work so us slackers can come and have fun. I won't be able to come to the 31st--with a kid in college (at LSU), I won't be able to afford it. But if by some miracle I happen to be in town, I'll be there! I know y'all will have fun anyway!

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Nelson Rodriguez

Then

Now

Occupation:Pro Ballroom Dancer / EMT-I Website:http://nelrodstudios.com Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:1

From Nelson:Facebook page
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Brian Root

Then

Occupation:VP of Marketing Website:www.tara77.com Marital Status:Single No. of Children:2

From Brian:

Hey guys, no offense, but I am glad the reunion is over for a few years. I live on the Tickfaw River, near Hammond and spend most weekends on the water. Keep in touch.

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Debbie Fagot (Roussel)

Then

Occupation:Executive Assistant Website:lfo.louisiana.gov Marital Status:Divorced No. of Children:4

From Debbie:Update 8/13/07: I just got a better job in July! Is life good or what! I also have 4 handsome boys/men Blaine- 22, Kyle- 20,Kirk- 20, & Bradly- 18, they all have their own vehicles and are just about grown & gone. I am really excitied about approaching this next phase in life to see what new and exciting things it will bring. Seriously, I can not believe it has been 30 years; except of course when I look in the mirror! Geezzz, who is that woman following me around everywhere? :-) I am really looking forward to seeing & reconnecting with everyone!

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Barbara Calkins (Ruiz)

Now

Occupation:Graphic Designer Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2

From Barbara:I am looking forward to seeing everyone. I am still living in BR and work at Baton Rouge General. I am married to Jay Ruiz (Tara class of 75). We have 2 children, Brant 23 who will be a 5th grade Science teacher at St. Thomas Moore beginning in August. And Evan 17, a junior at St. Michael HS.

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steven rusk

Now

Occupation:Aviation Weather Specialist/Lockheed Martin Marital Status:Married No. of Children:1

From steven:

How did "Rubberband man" become our class song? How about Led Zeppelin or Rolling Stones or Boston or Pink Floyd? I'd even settle for Abba. Well, maybe not. Can't make the reunion. Married with baby less than one year old. Guess I'm a late bloomer.

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Yvonne Kent (Sanford)

Occupation:Bookkeeper Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2

From Yvonne:My wonderful husband Frank, and I have been married for 24 years. We have been blessed with two great children Jeff, 20, and Danielle, 18, both graduated from Dunham. Was unable to attend the reunion and I have enjoyed the pictures and reading everyones comments on the website. Will be looking forward to the next gathering.

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Melanie Blanchard (Sawyer)

Occupation:CPA Marital Status:Married No. of Children:2

From Melanie:Actually my two children are my beautiful boxers! I never thought I would be living in Tara subdiv as an adult. Bicycling past the school brings back many memories.
The 30th reunion was even more fantastic than the 20th. I'm in BR so I enjoy the annual get togethers at Phil Brady's. Hope to see more people in 2009.

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