Toledo Hospital School of Nursing '67

05/04/2026

04/21/2026

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I apologize for taking nearly a week to send out news of our last lunch bunch. That delay does not in any way indicate how much we enjoyed our meals or our time together. We all look forward to catching up with each other and we never run out of news or discussions. Eight of us met at Applebees in Northwood. It seemed most of the group chose salads and half sandwiches but the nutritious streaks went out the window when everyone ordered Brownie Bites for dessert.
We were overjoyed to have Carol K .join us again. It has been a long time since she and we could coordinate her dialysis days, health issues, etc She and Rich are really enjoying their move to a condo and loving life on one floor. She is hoping to dine with us again soon. Sue N. Is back to her annual back breaking, crazylady job of spreading hundreds of bags of mulch around her beautiful yard and pool. This year she did accept some help from a neighbor who also happens to be a relative. Denny and Sue's grandson is a very talented 9 year old wrestler who suffered a broken elbow a few months ago. He, of course, had been "out of commission" until recently when he had been given the all clear to start with an Illinois team. On his match last week he broke his arm in the same place and will have to have another surgery. Such a disappointment to not only Jack but the entire family.
Gloria had to do double duty on lunch day as she was to play with her Genoa American Legion Band. Each time the Honor Flight takes veterans to Washington DC from Toledo for a day they return to the airport in the evening to a large contingency of family, friends, signs, flags, and the band playing patriotic songs. Because the plane is often delayed the band often ends up playing until 11pm or later. Such dedication and a wonderful civic contribution.
Our next lunch is on Thurs., May 7th, at The Old Bag of Nails at the site of the old Sports Arena (615 Riverside Dr.) . For those of you who like to plan ahead we have been invited back again to the Newsom's pool for Thurs., July 9th. You really don't want to miss that fun day!

04/21/2026

I apologize for taking nearly a week to send out news of our last lunch bunch. That delay does not in any way indicate how much we enjoyed our meals or our time together. We all look forward to catching up with each other and we never run out of news or discussions. Eight of us met at Applebees in Northwood. It seemed most of the group chose salads and half sandwiches but the nutritious streaks went out the window when everyone ordered Brownie Bites for dessert.
We were overjoyed to have Carol K .join us again. It has been a long time since she and we could coordinate her dialysis days, health issues, etc She and Rich are really enjoying their move to a condo and loving life on one floor. She is hoping to dine with us again soon. Sue N. Is back to her annual back breaking, crazylady job of spreading hundreds of bags of mulch around her beautiful yard and pool. This year she did accept some help from a neighbor who also happens to be a relative. Denny and Sue's grandson is a very talented 9 year old wrestler who suffered a broken elbow a few months ago. He, of course, had been "out of commission" until recently when he had been given the all clear to start with an Illinois team. On his match last week he broke his arm in the same place and will have to have another surgery. Such a disappointment to not only Jack but the entire family. surgery. Such a disappointment to not only Jack but the entire family.
Gloria had to do double duty on lunch day as she was to play with her Genoa American Legion Band. Each time the Honor Flight takes veterans to Washington DC from Toledo for a day they return to the airport in the evening to a large contingency of family, friends, signs, flags, and the band playing patriotic songs. Because the plane is often delayed the band often ends up playing until 11pm or later. Such dedication and a wonderful civic contribution.
Our next lunch is on Thurs., May 7th, at The Old Bag of Nails at the site of the old Sports Arena (615 Riverside Dr.) . For those of you who like to plan ahead we have been invited back again to the Newsom's pool for Thurs., July 9th. You really don't want to miss that fun day!

03/31/2026

The weather cooperated for 9 of us to meet at Rick’s Diner last Wed. Linda B. was able to make it down from the snowy north despite a couple feet of snow there. She is spending a few days in Ohio and then will travel on to the sunny state of Arizona to visit her son. Temps there have been reported up to 100 degrees. Talk about a shock to the system! While in Mich. she was able to watch her grandson’s hockey team win the championship for the season.
Laurie was able to make it this month also. In the weekend since lunch her town of Defiance had a severe thunderstorm in which they had quarter size hail. Laurie said it shredded the cloth on her deck table and cause dents to her
car.
We have gotten notice from Carol Kwiatkowski that she and Dick have moved to condo living. Their home sold in just 6 days. Their new address is : 10732 S. Lakes Dr. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551.
Here’s some nostalgia for you. Jerry and Joyce went to see the Lettermen in Tiffin 2 weeks ago. They were so good and certainly brought back lots of memories. One of the singers is from the original group.
Gloria is keeping as busy as ever with occasional babysitting of her great grandsons and activities with her bands and church. She was serving food for church the evening of our lunch.
Although we had decided on April 10 for our next lunch the date has been CHANGED to TUES., APRIL 14th . The place is still the same, Applebees on Curtice Rd. which is near Bay Park Hospital. We also set a date for our May lunch. We will meet on Thurs., May 7th, at Old Bag of Nails which is at the site of the old sports arena. Sure would love to see some new people join us. We’re hoping by the May date that it may be nice enough for us to eat outdoors.

03/17/2026

Jim, March 13, 2026 lunch bunch
It seems I always start my monthly lunch report to you with a mention of the weather, but it seems Mother Nature routinely picks those days to act up here in Ohio. Last Friday she decided to bless us with 50-60 mph winds. But…. we bold ole broads showed her! Nine of us and Denny buttoned up, put on our bonnets, and braved the elements to meet at Bar Louie’s in Levis Commons. Laurie got caught in backed up traffic on her ride in and unfortunately had to give up and go back to Defiance. Semis were overturned and trees were down in various areas but the rest of us made the trip both ways unscathed. The food was great as was the conversation.
Marian shared a note she had received from Dianna (Brien) Hill. Our sympathies go out to her and her family as she reports that her husband, Jim passed away a couple months ago. Dianna herself continues to fight a chronic cancer diagnosis. Marian also shared pictures of her new great nephew, Maximilian, with us. He weighed in at 9 lb 6 oz. He lives in Fla. so auntie will have to wait awhile for snuggling.
Barb joined us walking normally without any aids following her hip replacement. She has had a great post op period and is feeling good. LeAnne is enjoying the time back home after trips to Cinci, Florida, and Columbus. Sue and Denny followed the OSU vs. U of M basketball game on Denny’s phone during our after lunch. Mich. took the win.Marilyn’s Ken did not come with her today as she has found a wonderful memory care unit where he can stay for short visits if she has appts., lunches, etc. The beautiful part of it is that Ken feels that he is a volunteer at this facility and is enjoying it each time he goes. Makes it so much easier for Marilyn in so many ways. Gloria is not going to make our next lunch as she is going on an Alaskan trip with 3 cousins.
We had some interesting discussions about the cost of home repairs these days but we were unable to solve any of those issues. We may have to take that up again at the next lunch which will be Wed., March 25th at Ricks Diner on Monroe St. Linda B. is going to be down from Mich. and plans to join us. Would love to see some other new faces there also. Joyce

02/24/2026

Lately it seems like Mother Nature makes us wonder at the last minute whether we are going to be able to meet our friends at lunch or not. This month it was fog; but we ignored her and 7 of us with 2 husbands made it safely to Danny's Cafe in Rossford. Barb was not able to join us as she had a hair appt. but she did have her hip replacement since our last meeting and is doing great. She had so many problems and pain pre op that her post op course has been a relief for her. Only took one pain pill and then switched to Tylenol. What a warrior! LeAnne also could not be with us as she and Charlie were on their way to Florida for a good friend's daughter's wedding. Sadly LeAnne's brother, Alan, passed away on January 30 and his memorial service had also had a decades long battle with muscular dystrophy. LeAnne gave a eulogy at his service and was pleased that all of her family could be there. Our hearts go out to her and Charlie. Alan was very close to Charlie too and he loved visits to their lakefront home. We have also received word via Rae McClow that our classmate, Karen Steinmetz Christian, passed away on Jan. 15th. Karen had been in poor health for several years. She had joined us several years ago when a few of us vacationed in Charleston. Her obituary can be found by going to Karen Christian obituary Dalton Georgia. A memorial will be sent from the THSN Class of 1967 for the Lupus Foundation of America, but because we have sufficient funds we are not asking for any donations from any of you
I shared a letter I had received from Marlene Tusing with those at lunch. She had included pictures of her family. Really love to hear from you who can't join us.
Laurie was able to make it to lunch. She continues to have problems with shoulder pain but is trying hard to avoid any further surgery. Sue and Denny had their bags packed and were leaving from lunch on a 5 hour drive to Chicago to celebrate their granddaughter's 11th birthday. Emmy also had swimming meets over the weekend and did very well in her events. There are some really strong athletic genes in that family. Her brother is the 9 year old wrestler.
Just as we thought spring might be headed our way with some 50 degree weather last week we had our wake up call over the weekend. Temps back in the 30s and a couple inches of snow. Oh how we love Ohio! Hopefully we'll have warmer, sunnier days by Friday, March 13th, when we meet at Bar Louie's in Levis Commons at noon. Can you join us? It's a fun time.

01/25/2026

Hello to a new year everyone! We had to cancel our lunch bunch last week due to snow and wind but 7 classmates and Ken were able to brave the cold and make it out to BJ's restaurant on Thursday this week. Great lunches and several of us indulged in their delicious Pizookie desserts as a perfect baked cookie/ ice cream topper. Everyone had a good Christmas and the Guths, Karchers, and Hartensteins again dined together on New Years Eve and then went to Joyce and Jerry's after. Since OSU played their game that night we spent the evening watching the game rather than our usual card game but we still managed enough conversation to stretch the night out until 2am.
Sue N.'s son, John, continues to make frequent trips to Toledo from South Carolina for business and for marathons and other runs with his running buddies back here. Marilyn and Gloria were debating what they were going to do about food prep over the weekend. Ohio and the rest of the country are being promised 6-10" of snow for Sunday. Marilyn was to have food for 50-60 people at church and Gloria was to have a meal for her Bunco club on Sun. aft. Lots of preparation that could be for naught at the last minute if there are cancellations. Gloria recently found out that she is going to be a great grandma again in September. Chelsea isexpecting her second child.
Our next lunch will be on Thurs., Feb. 19, at noon at Danny's Cafe, 600 Dixie Hwy., Rossford, Ohio. Keep warm and safe everyone. Best wishes to Barb who is hoping to finally have her hip replacement before our next lunch. She and Joanie were not with us Thurs. as Barb went for her pre op testing.
Love you all, Joyce

11/17/2025

Eight of us plus one hubby met at Chile's in Rossford last Monday for lunch bunch. Last minute plans kept Sue H. home getting new kitchen countertops, Marilyn and Ken out buying a new faucet for the plumber, and LeAnne playing piano for the preschool Thanksgiving practice at church. Despite the absences we had good food and even better conversations as always.
Marian has a new great grandson, Bodi (not Brodi), born a couple days ago. Barb has been battling hip pain and without relief from an injection, she is scheduled for surgery in early Dec.
Joanie is to have a colonoscopy to check out a couple polyps and we've found that our doctors all have varying guidelines on when those blessed tests can be discontinued. Linda K. got a little help from Denny on phone GPS so next month's destination will be easier to find. Gloria let us know that she and Linda B. have finally nailed down plans for a
Mediterranean cruise next fall. Gloria has wanted to do a return trip to the area for some time. Sadly, LeAnne and Charlie will be making a trip to Cinci to visit LeAnne's brother this week who is seriously ill.
Believe it or not our next gathering will be our Christmas Lunch. We will be going to Rosie's Italian Grill at 606 McCord, Toledo, on Thurs., Dec. 18th at noon. We will then go to Marilyn and Ken's after to share all our desserts. Would love to have any of you join us for this festive time.
We have decided again to give a monetary donation from our class this Christmas. We will be donating to the Toledo Northwest Ohio Food Bank from the Toledo Hospital School of Nursing Class of 1967. If you would like to be included you can send your contribution to: Gloria Buck 200 Earl Street Walbridge, Ohio 43465
Best wishes to everyone for a blessed Thanksgiving. May your lives be filled with love and happiness and thankfulness for all the blessings we all have. Love you all.
Joyce

10/06/2025

Nine of us met on Friday at the Firepit Grill for lunch. As our weather in Ohio refuses to let go of summer we chose to sit at a table outside which was delightful as it was covered; pleasant but not sunny. We had received our drinks and placed our orders when Marian went to find our waitress for an extra order. Marian returned asking for nursing assistance as our waitress was unconscious behind the bar. Several of our girls responded and offered their help until the paramedics arrived and took the waitress to the hospital. We did not find out exactly what the problem was but needless to say it certainly added a touch of excitement to our lunch.
We were glad to have Linda B. with us again although sad for the reason she was down from upper Michigan. Linda's nephew recently passed following an 11 month battle with colon cancer. This was found following a routine colonoscopy and had already metastacised. His funeral is this coming week in Georgia so Linda and her daughter, Ellen, will be traveling there. Sue N.'s grandson, Brendan, was in Ohio again recently from Fla. to run another marathon. Sue N. Is also having to find a new hairdresser as hers is retiring after servicing Sue for 45 years. Laurie was able to join us again and is feeling good again after recovering from a cracked sternum. She and Al were in an accident and the doctor felt her injury was from the seatbelt. Al and their dogs were not injured. Marilyn and Ken were recently honored with a card of recognition of their frequent purchases at their favorite ice cream shop. They were both thrilled by the simple acknowledgement from the workers there. I (Joyce) continue to heal well from my hip replacement and am getting along with a cane now. Actually drove to church today. LeAnne and Charlie will be heading to St. Louis soon for the wedding of their first granddaughter.
Some of us took the opportunity to visit McQueen's Orchard after lunch to do some fall and Christmas shopping and pick up a few baked goods.
Our next lunch will be on Mon., Nov. 10, at noon at Chili's on Rt. 20 in Rossford. Our December lunch is also set for Thurs., Dec. 18, at noon at Rosie's Italian. We will then go to Marilyn and Ken's after to share desserts. Would love to have any of you out-of-towners join us anytime or for you to send us an update of what is going on with you. Have a great fall you all.
Joyce

09/12/2025

I don't think anyone was happier to be at lunch bunch Tues than yours truly (Joyce). I had a hip replacement surgery 2 weeks earlier and was getting a little stir crazy. I got my staples removed that morning and got the doctor's blessing to do lunch, so Sue H. was my faithful and super efficient babysitter for the day and made it happen. I can't thank all my"sisters" enough for all the cards, calls, thoughts, and prayers during my surgery. It was so appreciated.
We had 12 classmates and one hubby when we met at the Cracker Barrel in Perrysburg. The decor here has not changed and the food never disappoints. As we were spread out at a long table, conversation from one end to the other at times seemed like an echo but we'll never complain about a large crowd. It is so good to see each other every month and catch up. Marian hosted a family picnic in early August, soon after her husband, Jim, was released from Kingston extended care and rehab facility in late July. As hot as it was, he really enjoyed seeing family. Their struggle is a day by day adventure. Sue H. and Mike hosted a Roynon family reunion at the end of August at a park in Fremont. They had nearly 50 people and good weather.
LeAnne and Charlie made a trip to Cinci to visit LeAnne's brother, Alen and his wife. They are again going to host a granddaughter and her boyfriend at their lake home. It is a family favorite spot. Marian's niece (who lost her husband unexpectedly when she was pregnant for their first child) is going to remarry so Calvin who is now 3 will have a new daddy. My great granddaughter, Leighton, who is also 3, just started preschool. It doesn't seem possible that these two little ones can be that old!
Talking about time flying, we had quite a discussion about where to have our Christmas outing. It was finally decided (and reservations already set up) for Thurs., Dec. 18th at Rosie's Italian Grille on McCord at noon. We will then go to Marilyn and Ken's after to share our desserts. Just because we made reservations doesn't mean a number has been established. We want to have as many of you join us as possible for this festive occasion. As was the case last year, they will only issue one check so we will need to come prepared to pay cash. Our October gathering will be different this year as we are not going to Grand Rapids. Instead we will meet for lunch at The Firepit Grill on Airport Hwy in Holland,O. at noon on Fri., Oct.3rd and then go to McQueens Orchard afterward for our blast of autumn and some yummy desserts. We have tentatively set Mon., Nov.10th as the date for November's lunch but the destination will be determined when we meet in October.
Trust me, there is just a limit on how many decisions can be made by 13 79-year olds in a span of 3 hours. HAHA.
Hope this finds you all well and enjoying whatever weather you are having in your part of the country. Please do get in touch with us if you are in the area and would like to meet up for lunch. We'll make it happen.