Hey FHC Class of ‘82 Peeps!
It had to happen sooner or later….A few of us decided to descend upon Grand Rapids the weekend of Sept 13 – 15, 2019.
This is NOT a class sponsored activity in any way – just a few people chatting on fb and saying “Hey – let’s just meet up!.”
Your time, your dime. No one is in charge. We pay for our own drinks, our own hotel and for some of you – you pay your own bail. (You know who you are)
To get things started, we did make reservations for laughs and drinks at the Grand Rapids Brewing Company on Saturday, Sept. 14th 7:30pm for 20-30 guests. We can expand the count if need be, so PLEASE pop into this Facebook event and click on ‘Going’ so we can get a headcount. https://www.facebook.com/events/500174677211670/
If you come in from out of town, we need 5 rooms to get a group rate. We are leaving that coordinated effort to the participants. If you connect with others and can realize the room count, these are some options:
AC Hotel by Marriott, $169, JW Marriott $199, both plus 15% tax. They would only be able to get a rate in the system if they hold 5 rooms.
If those prices are too steep, reconnect with your favorite class mates and share an AirBnB. That would be a great way to really catch up with each other away from all the insanity.
You still have time to book the cheaper airfare. If you are a light packer, discount airline Allegiant Air flies into Grand Rapids.
We know you are all adults and that you know how to use the computer to find good rates and schedules. We’ll let you run with it from here.
Here is the main thing you need to do: PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD. Share with all of your FHC ‘82 friends via all of your social media outlets, texts, and email. We are only sending this one announcement. SHARE IT! There is no group managing this event, we need you to track down classmates. If you get an RSVP from someone who doesn’t have Facebook, post a message on the Facebook invite on their behalf so we can count them.
And don’t worry if you are not able to make this event – We’re pretty sure this is only the beginning of an annual activity. Keeping it simple is the key.
Hope to see you there!!!!
Kenneth C. Klotz, born in Sunfield, Michigan on December 24, 1937, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 10, 2008. He died in the comfort of his home, after a heroic battle with cancer, surrounded by family and loved ones. His first career was as a well decorated Sergeant in the U.S. Army Special Forces. He served in the Vietnam War for over twelve years, before being honorably discharged in 1967. Later he enjoyed a ten year career in Hospital Administration, and twenty years in Supervision at Amway Corporation. He was preceded in death by his son, Gene Christian Klotz. He will be greatly missed, and is survived by his loving wife, Judy (Cole) Klotz; his children, Kenneth (Kathy) Klotz of Caledonia, Dan (Emily) Klotz of Ionia, Michelle (Garrett) Lohr of Cascade, Kimberly (Brian) Kalee of Kentwood, Debra (William) Snyder of Ada, Doreen (George) Selden of Jonesboro, AR, James (Renee) Cole of Auburn Hills; siblings, Gene (Joyce) Klotz, Leota Johnson, and Keith Klotz. He also leaves behind fourteen grandchildren. He will be lovingly remembered for his loyalty and dedication to his family, career, and country, and missed as a dedicated member of the Family of Christ Lutheran Church of Grand Rapids. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE with Rev. Mark Bowditch of the Family of Christ Lutheran Church officiating. Visitation Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Family of Christ Lutheran Church of Grand Rapids; Spectrum Health Hospice of Grand Rapids; or University of Michigan Hospital Department of Otolaryngology in Ann Arbor. O’Brien Eggebeen Gerst
Forest Hills Central Class of 1982 