Carrollton High School Class of 1976 seeks to reconnect with classmates

Organizers are asking for help locating members of the Class of 1976 and encourage anyone with information to reach out.

Published January 11, 2026 - 5:00 a.m.

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The Carrollton High School Class of 1976 is searching for several classmates.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Brenda Leggett at 330-705-2723 or Barb Newbold at 330-312-0304 or barbenewbold@gmail.com.

Classmates being sought include Mary Brown Baylog, John Patrick, Robert Randolph, Norma Butler, Robin Rummell, Chris Saling, Carol Danemiller Chase, Mike Sax, Joyce Williams Scaray, Mark Householder, Margie Seminter, Cassandra Walker, Doris Leichtamer, Diane Bitgood Miller, Steve Moore, Andrea Wilson, Diane Oyer Murphy, Betty Stevens and Cynthia Wood.

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