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Terry Maakestad has experienced two huge losses in the space of just two weeks -- first his wife, and now his mother Jean. So much to handle. Terry, we are so sorry to hear of all this. We know you have a very close family and you'll help each other through this. May loving memories surround all of you and bring you peace.

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REUNION UPDATES

Banquet (held July 26 at the Best Western):

• To date we have 45 classmates registered to attend the banquet on Saturday evening (total with spouses = 68)
• Please plan to attend and register your attendance with Linda Thate Eisenmenger.
• Suggested donation = $50, more or less. All are welcome regardless of any donation amount.
• Registration deadline is July 1 so the caterer has time to prepare.
• Former faculty have been invited to attend. Some are planning on coming.

Banquet Program:

• Jan Teeslink Schiff will be our Mistress of Ceremonies.
• We will remember our 42 classmates who will be with us in spirit.

Yearbook:

• If you haven't submitted your yearbook survey, you can still do so.
• Yearbooks will be given out during the banquet.
• If you cannot attend the reunion but would like a yearbook, please let Nora Whiteman or Barbara Woodward Scheppele know. We will arrange a way to mail a yearbook to you for a small postage donation.
• Deadline to request a yearbook if you cannot attend the reunion is July 1.

Lodging (if needed)

• Remember that there are two reunions in town the same weekend so it would be best to make your reservations sooner rather than later.
• The Best Western (formerly the Holiday Inn) has a block of rooms for us. 
• Phone: 507-238-4771
• Mention you are with the Class of 1975 to receive a discount.
• Block of rooms will be held until July 1.
• Feel free to check out other lodging in the area as preferred.

Other activities are being planned, such as coffee and rolls at the Martin County Historical Museum (Lenny is looking forward to seeing his former students) and lunch at Jake's Pizza. 

Please come! We'd love to see you!

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REUNION T-SHIRTS

In the survey we did recently, the majority voted to have t-shirts made for those who would like one. Julie took your suggestions to the printer and they redid their mockup. This is what the t-shirts would look like now:

They're a bit hard to read from the picture, I know. Here's the layout:

"Our" cardinal
50th Class Reunion
Class of 1975 Alumni
Fairmont
High School

Ordering instructions:

Cost per t-shirt = $20

Julie Swenson Andrews is responsible for collecting orders and distributing the t-shirts. You can mail her a check or pay by credit card over the phone. If paying by credit card, there will be a 3% fee. Julie's contact info is below. 

Julie Swenson Andrews
800 E Third St, Fairmont, MN 56031
Phone: 507-236-0319 (leave a voicemail if she can't answer because of being at work)
Email: eleclady_2001@yahoo.com

Julie will need to know the following:

Quantity
Size(s)
Color
Payment info

Order deadline:

June 1

Request From the Reunion Committee:

Because we'll be having a formal photo taken during the banquet, we request that you do not wear the t-shirt then. Please feel free to wear these around town any other time during the reunion weekend for the informal gatherings.

Thanks, everybody!

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I am so sorry to have to pass along news that Jean (Cox) Maakestad has passed. Her obituary can be seen here. Please accept our sincerest condolences Terry, Jane, and all of your family and friends. I know Jean will be missed very much.

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REUNION DATES

• July 25-27, 2025 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

LODGING (IF NEEDED)

• Best Western (formerly the Holiday Inn). 
• Phone: 507-238-4771
• Mention you are with the Class of 1975 to receive a discount.
• Block of rooms will be held until July 1.
• Class of 1980 is having their reunion the same weekend, so call now to make your reservations.
• Feel free to check out other lodging in the area as preferred.

BANQUET (HELD SATURDAY, JULY 26)

• The banquet is the only reunion event that has a definite time and place. Anyone who plans to eat needs to register with Linda Thate Eisenmenger so we can provide the caterer with a plate count.
• Donations will cover banquet expenses for all attendees. If you can make a donation towards banquet expenses:
  • The donation must be made by check, payable to "Class of '75".
  • Mark the number of people attending the banquet on the memo line of the check.
  • Mail the check to Linda Thate Eisenmenger, 121 W Blue Earth Ave, Fairmont, MN 56031.
  • Suggested donation is $50 (for 50 years), but there is no maximum or minimum amount. Please feel free to donate more or less.
• If you cannot make a donation towards banquet expenses:
  • Please come anyway. We want everyone to attend regardless of their ability to donate.
  • Register the number of people attending by emailing Linda or sending a note to the address above.
• All donations and financial support are kept confidential. Only Linda will know specifics regarding the donations and needs of attendees.
• The banquet will be held at the Best Western.
  • 5:00 -- Cash bar, appetizers, and beverages begin
  • 6:00 -- Dinner
  • 7:00 -- Program
  • 7:30 -- Class photo

YEARBOOK

• The yearbook will be provided to everyone attending the reunion.
• If you are unable to attend, you can still receive a yearbook for the cost of postage. More details on this will be sent later.

PLANNING STILL IN THE WORKS

We have been able to find some of our teachers, including elementary. If there is a specific teacher you would like us to invite, please let Melanie know. Extra points if you have their contact information!

Other events and activities during the reunion weekend will be on your own. The planning committee is coming up with ideas such as golfing, boat rides, historical museum tour, breakfasts, lunches, a Friday night informal gathering, and more. As ideas are firmed up, they will be sent out to everyone. A list of local eating establishments will be provided later as well.

With two class reunions the same weekend, Fairmont's going to be hopping! We're very much looking forward to seeing everybody!