Carrollton High Class of 1961 celebrates 64th reunion

Alumni gathered Sept. 20 at The Chop House to reminisce and reconnect over shared memories

The Carrollton High School Class of 1961 gathered Sept. 20, at The Chop House to celebrate its 64th class reunion and enjoy an evening of friendship and shared memories. In front is Marlyn Calderhead Warner. First row, from left: Max Moore, Janet Duffy Leach, Pam Griffin Gallaher, Chuck Huddleson, Karen Johnson Speedy, Carol Walters Cline, Elaine Albaugh Baker, Carol Mills Brown, Sandy Rose Russell, Linda Elliott Moore, Alton Fidler, Janet McLaughlin Brooks, Helen Lewis Hepner, Mona Dunlap Maple, Patty Hagey Wagner and Ed Lewis. Back row: Glenn Temple, Larry Hepner, Tom Wells, Linda Roof Hill, John Smith, Bill Yoder, Purl Yeager and Gary Magee.

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Published October 3, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

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