Class of th Reunion October 5 October 8, 2017 Photo summary created by Mark 77 and Lois (Dunleavy) Finagner 77, 40th Reunion Co-Chairs

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1 Class of th Reunion October 5 October 8, 2017 Photo summary created by Mark 77 and Lois (Dunleavy) Finagner 77, 40th Reunion Co-Chairs The first committee meeting was held October 22, (L-R): Gene Whannel, Dave Hennings, Lisa Whannel, Steve Pitzenberger, Lois Finanger, Deb Wiley, Dan Gapinski The second committee meeting was held May 5, (L-R): Steve Pitzenberger, Lois & Mark Finanger 1

2 The third committee meeting was held May 11, 2017 at Java John s. (L-R): Rachel Vsetecka, Greg Fields, Mark & Lois Finanger The homecoming activities began on October 5 with a trail hike through Van Peenan Park. (L-R): Lisa & Gene Whannel, Mark & Lois Finanger, Randy Noecker (also Finn & Nora) 2

3 A golf outing was held all afternoon on October 5 in mild to rainy conditions. (Front L-R): Randy Noecker, Dave Hennings (Back L-R): Gene Whannel, Rick Krug, Jeff Cross, Mark Finanger, Mike Savre (Krug wins closest to pin on two par threes, Savre and Hennings each win one closest to pin par threes) The Nottingham group got together to reminisce on Friday afternoon (October 5). (Front L-R): Andy Whitford Holey ( 76), Harley Refsal (director), Norma (Boots) Refsal (director), Marlene (Miller) Slough. (Back L-R): Pearl (Berridge) LaPointe, Bruce Arnevik, Steve Pitzenberger, Susan (Grinna) Youngs, Julie LeClere, Lisa (Peter) Howard ( 76) 3

4 The Malta program reunion! (L-R): Beth (Hoven) Rotto ( 78), Mark Rowe, Tamara (Gholson) Bavendam, Richard Simon Hanson (advisor), Kris (Skeate) Osterbur, Deb Wiley, Paul C. Schattauer The 13 mile bike tour was held the morning of October 6 in drizzle and rain. The group was rewarded by the sighting of two bald eagles at Siewers Springs. (L-R): Randy Noecker, Kris (Skeate) Osterbur, Mark Finanger, Mike Savre, Jeff Cross, Bill Osterbur 4

5 A tour of the Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm took place on the afternoon of October 6. (Clockwise from doorway): (2 unidentified LC grads), Paul Hill, Greg Fields, Seed Savers Tour Guide, Ruth (Kabele) Monson, Elaine (Ottmers) Hill, Glen Monson ( 78), Vickie Fields The group toured the guest center, headquarters and orchards. (L-R): Greg Fields, Elaine (Ottmers) Hill, Vickie Fields, Ruth (Kabele) Monson, (2 unidentified LC grads), Mark Finanger, Glen Monson 5

6 The Friday Night Social was hosted by Mark and Lois Finanger. Of course a highlight was Mabes Pizza! 6

7 Back from the parade and ready for the tailgate party and football game! (Seated L-R): Kim Arndt, Randy Noecker, Jeff Cross (Standing): Mark Murdock, Rand Fischer, Mark Finanger, Mike Savre 7

8 Organizers of the class tailgate party prepare for the feast. (L-R): Randy Krug, Greg Fields, Rick Krug Classmates meet former coaches and faculty at the tailgate party. (L-R): Joel Schiek, Coach Kent Finanger, Jim Opperman, Randy Noecker 8

9 The Norse football team is victorious in overtime (41-38) over Nebraska Wesleyan, played on the newly installed blue turf Legacy Field at Carlson Stadium. The Reunion Dinner took place at De Novo Barn on October 7 with 140 in attendance. 9

10 In addition to all of the numerous plans and preparations, these wonderful ladies prepared a special video using candid photos from our time at Luther. (L-R): Marri Saunders, Rachel Vsetecka, Alex Jackson We made time for our favorite Decorah attractions: Ronnie s Rolls were served with coffee each morning. 10

11 Mabes Pizza (Clockwise beginning front left): Deb Wiley, Mark Newcomer, Ann (Johnson) Monson ( 78), CC Groh, Bill Groh, Jeff Intlekofer, Kevin Behrends, Tom Monson, Michael Beatty, Tamara (Gholson) Bavendam, Mark (Bo) Rowe The Whippy Dip remained open until after Homecoming! Hikes and picnics at Dunnings Spring Park and Palisades Park. (L-R): Mark (Bo) Rowe, Terry McNeill, Jeff Intlekofer, Mark Newcomer, Kevin Behrends, Michael Beatty 11

12 Don t wait five years until you come back! Homecoming 2018 is October 26-28! 12

13 and (Oh, so Svinger vi po seidelen igjen HEY SKOAL) (Luther College Class of 1977 Facebook Page) Homecoming 2017 Photo Album 13