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2/11/2006....Before I pass through this world, I believe that it may be a good thing to leave something behind for all my friends and family. I may live another 20 years or I may go tomorrow, but while I'm still here, this photo essay will be a continual work in progress, containing mostly my own personal photographs of myself, family, friends, and places that have found a special place in my heart and made an impact on my life.

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APHS '60 Reunion photos : Here are pictures taken at the 40yr APHS reunion 5/5/2001 at the Grosse Isle Country Club. The pics were kindly provided to me by Carole Oleynik and Don Swank but I'm not exactly sure who the photographer was. If anyone out there knows, let me know so that I may properly credit the photos.

APHS '60 Reunion photos

Here are pictures taken at the 40yr APHS reunion 5/5/2001 at the Gross ...

Updated: May 31, 2009 8:06pm PST

USS Sampson 2009 reunion : I was not able to attend the 2009 Sampson reunion at Myrtle Beach due to quad bypass surgery, but our friend and shipmate Ron Stevens
was kind enough to take these photos and provide copies for this web site. A great time was had by all attendees and we look forward to
the next reunion. Great job Ron!!

USS Sampson 2009 reunion

I was not able to attend the 2009 Sampson reunion at Myrtle Beach due ...

Updated: May 25, 2009 7:34am PST

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Photographic Biography : Trying to locate one or two photos from as many years as possible and arrange them in chronological order by year, 1942-present. This project kinda fun.....haven't seen many of these myself in ages! Will fill in the years as pics turn up. If you have any, e-mail.......emayday@tampabay.rr.com

Photographic Biography

Trying to locate one or two photos from as many years as possible and ...

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 1:56pm PST

TCHS 50th yr reunion : The TCHS 50 Year Class Reunion was held on OCT 4, 2008 at the Lakes of Taylor Golf and Country Club. It was a combo reunion with the classes of 57,58, and 59. The dinner was exceptional as were the friends and classmates. I am understanding that there will possibly be a reunion of our class again on the official anniversary year of 2010.....more info will follow as it develops. The following pics were taken by myself at the reunion, followed by the senior yearbook photos of the attendees. If you notice errors in names or have comments, feel free to click the comments tab at the page bottom. As always, for a larger view of individual pics, move your cursor to the right of the picture and choose your desired size. If you have pics of your own to include here, e-mail or snail-mail them to me and they will certainly be included. I had the following day at leisure prior to flying home and visited the Henry Ford Museum at Greenfield Village. For those interested, those pics can be found at: http://emayday.smugmug.com/gallery/6178567_cHy5X#389803212_M6yEe

TCHS 50th yr reunion

The TCHS 50 Year Class Reunion was held on OCT 4, 2008 at the Lakes of ...

Updated: Oct 13, 2008 5:08pm PST

Taylor Center High School Class of '60

If you are a 1960 grad of TCHS, and you don't mind sharing a recent ph ...

Updated: Oct 10, 2008 5:32pm PST

TCHS 20th, 25th, and 35th Reunion photo booklets : Gary Villet has been kind enough to make avail the photo booklets from the TCHS 20th and 35th reunions, so now we have the 20th, 25th and 35th. It certainly deserves it's own category, so here they are. For the best quality display, move your cursor to the right side of the photo.....you'll see a pop-up menu...and click on the size of your choice in the pop-up menu.

TCHS 20th, 25th, and 35th Reunion photo booklets

Gary Villet has been kind enough to make avail the photo booklets from ...

Updated: Jul 18, 2008 12:43pm PST

Allen Park High School Class of '60 : I attended APHS in my freshman year 9th grade prior to my family moving to Taylor where I finished at TCHS. Here are a group of photos taken from the year book and other memorabilia kindly provided by Peggy Grimm....now my neighbor here in Fl. If you are a '60 grad and have recent photos of yourself/family that you'd like to share in this then/now presentation send them to...edmayday@tampabay.rr.com

Allen Park High School Class of '60

I attended APHS in my freshman year 9th grade prior to my family movin ...

Updated: May 03, 2008 11:51am PST

APHS '60 Reunion photos : Here are pictures taken at the 40yr APHS reunion 5/5/2001 at the Grosse Isle Country Club. The pics were kindly provided to me by Carole Oleynik and Don Swank but I'm not exactly sure who the photographer was. If anyone out there knows, let me know so that I may properly credit the photos.

APHS '60 Reunion photos

Here are pictures taken at the 40yr APHS reunion 5/5/2001 at the Gross ...

Updated: May 31, 2009 8:06pm PST

Navy Days 1960-63 USS Damato DD-871 : Joined the USN right out of high school 1960, did basic training at Great Lakes NTC, Chicago, then on to Fleet Sonar School in Key West, Fl. Reported aboard the USS Damato in June 1960 and served there until Jan 63, then being transferred to the USS Sampson DDG-10. Discharged from active duty on Aug 16, 1963. These photos are all from those Navy days (age 18-21).

Navy Days 1960-63 USS Damato DD-871

Joined the USN right out of high school 1960, did basic training at Gr ...

Updated: Aug 23, 2008 8:33pm PST

USS Sampson DDG-10 Reunion 2007 : May 17,18,19, 2007. Days to live in infamy. Past shipmates of the USS Sampson DDG-10 (now scrapped), met in St. Pete Beach, Fl for a reunion to celebrate days past. Our host, Dale and Joyce Ann Hughes hosted the picnic and re-christening of "SAM", the original motor whaleboat of the Sampson, painstakingly restored by Dale and family....a 2.5 year labor of love. A great time was had by all. These photos were taken to celebrate this grand event. Saturday evening, a Luau was held at the Dolphin Resort Hotel and those photos were uploaded as well. The next reunion is planned for the Spring of 2008 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Come join us for another great time. Complete reunion info can be found at the Sampson Reunion Association website... www.sampsonddg10.org

USS Sampson DDG-10 Reunion 2007

May 17,18,19, 2007. Days to live in infamy. Past shipmates of the USS ...

Updated: Apr 19, 2008 1:46pm PST

The USS Sampson DDG-10 motor whaleboat : I had the opportunity, this past week-end, to see and touch REAL history. I visited with friend Dale Hughes, who has painstakingly restored the motor whaleboat of the USS Sampson, DDG-10, on which we both had served as young sailors in the early sixties. Dale, with the help of his lovely wife, some friends and family members, embarked on a 2 ½ year labor of love, to bring it back from the brink of destruction, and return it to the beautiful and operating boat that it once had been . A reunion of former Sampson shipmates is upcoming, and this boat will carry members over the waves again as it had so proudly done in years past. Kudos to Dale and his team on this restoration project, and bringing back to us all the great memories of those years gone by! This is a rare opportunity for former shipmates of the Sampson to take part in a memorable event.

The USS Sampson DDG-10 motor whaleboat

I had the opportunity, this past week-end, to see and touch REAL histo ...

Updated: May 17, 2007 1:21pm PST

USS Sampson 2009 reunion : I was not able to attend the 2009 Sampson reunion at Myrtle Beach due to quad bypass surgery, but our friend and shipmate Ron Stevens
was kind enough to take these photos and provide copies for this web site. A great time was had by all attendees and we look forward to
the next reunion. Great job Ron!!

USS Sampson 2009 reunion

I was not able to attend the 2009 Sampson reunion at Myrtle Beach due ...

Updated: May 25, 2009 7:34am PST

Modeling the USS Sampson in 1/700 scale : I served aboard the USS Sampson in 1963. She was of the Charles F. Adams Class of guided missile destroyer commissioned in June 1961 and decommissioned in June 1991. In keeping with the upcoming reunion of Sampson shipmates, I decided to model this ship in the popular 1/700 scale, and chronicle the steps taken to a finished product.

Modeling the USS Sampson in 1/700 scale

I served aboard the USS Sampson in 1963. She was of the Charles F. Ad ...

Updated: Dec 12, 2007 1:45pm PST

The new Sampson DDG-102 :

The new Sampson DDG-102

Updated: Dec 03, 2007 2:32pm PST

Henry Ford Museum at Greenfield Village :

Henry Ford Museum at Greenfield Village

Updated: Oct 08, 2008 5:20pm PST

Modeling the DH 4A : The Last civil DH.4A was produced by the A.V. Roe company for Instone Airline Ltd, receiving its certificate of airworthiness on Feb 19, 1920 as a DH-4 and as a DH-4A in Feb 1921. This was the last DH-4A to survive, being part of Imperial Airways inventory when that company was formed in June 1924. This beautiful card model, was designed and created by Contour Creative Studio Ltd, Terry Moyle and Rosie Louise.

Modeling the DH 4A

The Last civil DH.4A was produced by the A.V. Roe company for Instone ...

Updated: Nov 24, 2008 8:46am PST

The Tampa Bay Hotel : Oct 28, 2008. Judi and I took a ride to over to Tampa to spend the afternoon at the Tampa Bay Hotel/Henry B. Plant Museum for a photo shoot on behalf of our friends and artists Rosie Louise and Terry Moyle of Kaiwaka, New Zealand. Put this down as a "not to be missed" attraction when visiting the Tampa Bay area.

The Tampa Bay Hotel

Oct 28, 2008. Judi and I took a ride to over to Tampa to spend the af ...

Updated: Oct 29, 2008 4:46pm PST

2008 Dunedin Art Harvest : Nov 1&2, Dunedin's 45th annual Art & Craft fair. Talented artists from around the country gather in Dunedin today and tomorrow to show and sell their goods. Over 200 tents of artists and food vendors along with a 70 degree outdoor temperature contribute to a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

2008 Dunedin Art Harvest

Nov 1&2, Dunedin's 45th annual Art & Craft fair. Talented artists fro ...

Updated: Nov 02, 2008 4:07pm PST

Tampa Union Station :

Tampa Union Station

Updated: Nov 11, 2008 12:47pm PST

Heritage Park, Taylor, Mi. : Per a suggestion on the previous evening from "Uncle John" Pantalone, I visited Heritage Park on 4/26/08. What a fine facility for the city of Taylor. Wish it was there before I left! As it is still early in the season, not all buildings/shops were open to the public. You can enlarge individual photos by moving cursor to right edge of photo and click your choice.

Heritage Park, Taylor, Mi.

Per a suggestion on the previous evening from "Uncle John" Pantalone, ...

Updated: Apr 27, 2008 7:11pm PST

My Favorite Canadian Couzins :

My Favorite Canadian Couzins

Updated: May 28, 2009 10:01am PST

Naval Vessels : Another of my favorite photo subjects, as an ex-sailor, are navy ships and hardware. Most of the photos are taken in places I just happened to be at the time, for other reasons, but I really enjoyed the side trips for these pics.

Another of my favorite photo subjects, as an ex-sailor, are navy ships ...

Updated: Aug 11, 2006 11:02am PST

Scale Modeling : Over the years I have spent many a relaxing hour soothing the soul by modeling commercial and military subjects in plastic and paper. Shown here are a selection of results.

Over the years I have spent many a relaxing hour soothing the soul by ...

Updated: Nov 15, 2007 10:54am PST

The Wright Museum, N.H. 2006 : The Wright Museum is a one-of-a-kind non-profit institution dedicated to teaching present and future generations about the significant and lasting impact the years 1939-1945 had on the United States and the world. It is located in Wolfboro, N.H. A must see for all ages visiting this area.

The Wright Museum, N.H. 2006

The Wright Museum is a one-of-a-kind non-profit institution dedicated ...

Updated: Jan 06, 2007 7:48am PST

Fantasy of Flight : Yesterday, (7/26/2006) Judi and I, along with two grandchildren took a day trip to Kermit Weeks' FANTASY of FLIGHT, at Polk City, Fl. For aviation buffs, this is a sight not to be missed when in the area. (Between Tampa and Orlando). I have personally been there several times but this was a first for the grandkids, who went nuts for it! This category will give you a sampling of what to expect.

Fantasy of Flight

Yesterday, (7/26/2006) Judi and I, along with two grandchildren took a ...

Updated: Jul 29, 2006 1:09pm PST

Aunt Ivy's 100th birthday celebration

August 30, 2007...HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY AUNT IVY! I'm sorry that Judi ...

Updated: May 20, 2008 5:52pm PST

Atlanta Model Figure Show : Held over the week-end of 2/24/2007, the Atlanta Model Figure Show was attended by Pelikan members Robert Raver, Robert Marquinez, Robert Semler, Eddie Robert (myself, acting as an honorary Robert), Ed Brut and Joe Bivona. Held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Marietta, this show was truly an inspiring sight to behold. Several photos not seen here had to be discarded due to the out-of-focus image caused by low light no flash camera shake, but this is good representation of the fine quality to be found in the show entries. We all had a great time and it was well worth the trip.

Atlanta Model Figure Show

Held over the week-end of 2/24/2007, the Atlanta Model Figure Show was ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2007 11:51am PST

Bishop's Cottage : Bishop’s Cottage on Grosse Ile was built in 1886 as the summer home of an Episcopal Reverend who eventually raised a family of seven in the Bavarian inspired house. It has been a historical icon of Grosse Ile Island since then, known for its location along the water and its distinctive period architecture. The structure was renovated for Bed and Breakfast use by current owners Katherine and Verne Brockmiller. The restoration is as splendid as it is authentic with delightful still lifes found throughout the house and especially in the huge 800 square foot parlor area. This is a magnificent destination B&B.....Judi and I stayed here for the APHS reunion, and whenever else the opportunity arises. If you're in the area....treat yourself.

Bishop's Cottage

Bishop’s Cottage on Grosse Ile was built in 1886 as the summer h ...

Updated: Jul 19, 2007 3:05pm PST

Teacup and Frankie :

Teacup and Frankie

Updated: Dec 08, 2007 9:31pm PST

New Hampshire, fall 2006 :

New Hampshire, fall 2006

Updated: Jan 06, 2007 7:29am PST

Tampa International Airport : 9/2/2006 Just bought a new digital camera this week and thought that a good break-in test would be to visit our Tampa International Airport and take several shots with camera set on full automatic. I spent the last ten years of my career prior to retiring here, and believe me when I say this is one of the greatest airports in the country, from both passenger and employee points of view. Here are a few shots all taken today.

Tampa International Airport

9/2/2006 Just bought a new digital camera this week and thought that ...

Updated: Jan 06, 2007 12:18pm PST

At Home : All these photos are taken either inside our home or within walking distance. Captions added when appropriate.

All these photos are taken either inside our home or within walking di ...

Updated: May 09, 2008 10:13am PST

American Airlines-Tampa

Between 1984 and my official retirement in 1995, (unofficially, my las ...

Updated: Aug 08, 2006 6:11pm PST

Our Wedding Day 3/19/90 : Judi and I had both been married before so we elected to have a small outdoor ceremony at Phillippe Park, in Safety Harbor, Fl, just a few miles from home. The park is at the northern end of Tampa Bay and the ceremony was performed atop a hill overlooking the water. In attendance were a small number of family and friends. We both came to Fl in '84, met in '88, and were married on this day 1990.

Our Wedding Day 3/19/90

Judi and I had both been married before so we elected to have a small ...

Updated: Jul 17, 2006 6:34pm PST

Off again, on again hobby of photographing airliners was made easier a ...

Updated: Aug 05, 2006 6:55am PST

Sharon Dunn's retirement party : On May 2, 2006 we celebrated the retirement of Sharon Dunn, Roger Jacobs, and Walter Ahel. The flash on my digital camera was not working properly and many shots were lost. The remainder are shown here. If you have photos, e-mail them to me and I will post them as they arrive. Susan Sweeney has been kind enough to forward her photos taken at the event and they are included here. Thanx, Susan. If anyone has more to add, please contact me.

Sharon Dunn's retirement party

On May 2, 2006 we celebrated the retirement of Sharon Dunn, Roger Jac ...

Updated: Nov 29, 2006 11:19am PST

The Bob Page Years : Bob and I were roommates at three different addresses through much of the 70's. Here are a selection of photos representative of those years, but mainly intended for you, Bob. Hope you enjoy the memories.

The Bob Page Years

Bob and I were roommates at three different addresses through much of ...

Updated: Jun 18, 2006 7:58pm PST

American Airlines..Detroit

12/9/2007....11 pics added of Peggy Greens ladies Christman Party.

Updated: May 20, 2008 5:24pm PST

My Favorite Photo's : These are a selection of my favorite photos taken over the years. Not necessarily that they are of great quality, but rather they invoke a ton of memories that will live on forever.

My Favorite Photo's

These are a selection of my favorite photos taken over the years. Not ...

Updated: May 26, 2007 12:03pm PST

2000's :

Updated: Jan 13, 2007 4:15pm PST

1990's :

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 6:20pm PST

1980's :

Updated: Jul 15, 2007 1:05pm PST

1970's : I transferred to Los Angeles in 1968 and found an apartment on Imperial Blvd near the airport which was quite convenient for the commute to work. Charleen Vial was a Passenger Service Rep for AA at the ticket counter when we met, and in 1970, shared an apartment in Inglewood. The pictures of her in this series were taken on a junket to Detroit to meet my folks. She was an incredible lady, with a special place in my memory even today.

I transferred to Los Angeles in 1968 and found an apartment on Imperia ...

Updated: Apr 18, 2008 7:50pm PST

1960's : Photos taken during the 1960's, excluding USN photos in another category. Discharged from USN in 1963, worked for Household Finance and GM Fisher Body, then hired in at American Airlines in 1966.

Photos taken during the 1960's, excluding USN photos in another catego ...

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 8:04am PST

1950's : Lived on Winona St, Allen Park until 1957, then moved to Charles St, Taylor, Mi. until 1960, then enlisting in the USN.

Lived on Winona St, Allen Park until 1957, then moved to Charles St, T ...

Updated: Apr 18, 2008 2:30pm PST

1940's : 1940's

1940's

Updated: Sep 01, 2007 7:40am PST

Note In A Bottle : 1976....My great friend and roommate Bob Page and I, flew to Zurich, rented a car and drove to Malaga, Spain. One of the highlights of this trip was a cruise through the Greek Islands aboard the Greek liner Illirea. We met a few nice gals, shared a bottle of wine and at approx midnight Bob suggested we write a note, place it in the empty bottle and throw it overboard, never, ever, dreaming that it would be found. Lo and behold, it was found months later and these photos chronicle the event.

Note In A Bottle

1976....My great friend and roommate Bob Page and I, flew to Zurich, r ...

Updated: Mar 15, 2006 3:02pm PST

Trains : I've always had a fascination for trains...ever since my first ride at 5yr old from Vancouver, BC. to Detroit. My mother always used to tell this story....4yr old and under travel at half fare, so she said that if anyone asked while en-route tell them I'm 4. Well, a little old lady asked and my reply was....before I got on the train I was 5, but now I'm only 4.....I'm a little older now, but still love trains.

I've always had a fascination for trains...ever since my first ride at ...

Updated: Oct 22, 2008 10:44am PST

Santorini 1978 : Bob Page and I visited Santorini as part of our Greek Island cruise in 1978. If you've never been there, it is truly a sight to behold. These photos were taken near the town of Phira, on the rim of the caldera, overlooking the Kamini islands formed during an eruption centuries ago.

Bob Page and I visited Santorini as part of our Greek Island cruise in ...

Updated: Mar 09, 2006 8:50am PST

Christmas 2007 at the Mayday's :

Christmas 2007 at the Mayday's

Updated: Dec 12, 2007 12:12pm PST

Modeling the IJN Nagatsuki in 1/200 scale card. :

Modeling the IJN Nagatsuki in 1/200 scale card.

Updated: Sep 18, 2008 6:13pm PST

Walking tour of Dunedin, Florida : Rosie and Terry,
For the sake of prompt delivery these photos taken today 10/20/2008. They are un-edited, un-retouched pics direct from the camera. The pics as of yet are not captioned of course. Captions will follow asap. It was near dark when I finished and I need to return and add a few pics.
To view any pic larger.....click on any pic, move cursor to right hand edge of large version and click on desired size in drop down window.

Walking tour of Dunedin, Florida

Rosie and Terry, For the sake of prompt delivery these photos taken to ...

Updated: Oct 22, 2008 10:45am PST

Pelikan Model Club :

Pelikan Model Club

Updated: Nov 07, 2008 8:58am PST

Del's '32 Ford street rod :

Del's '32 Ford street rod

Updated: May 25, 2009 7:52pm PST

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