Thank You From The Sullivans
The Sullivan's would like to thank everyone from Bayley who wrote to Judge Cox on behalf of Mary Sullivan. The judge made specific mention of all the letters she received and how moving many of them were. The Sullivan family is eternally grateful. Judge Cox agreed with the prosecutor and gave the man convicted of killing Mary the maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The Baltimore press covered the story with great compassion for Mary's girls and you can access those online at ExlporeBaltimore, WBAL-TV, and ABC2News (video link on page).

A Tragic Loss
We at BayleyAlumni.com are deeply saddened by the loss of our sister and friend, Mary Sullivan ('79) in a tragic accident near Baltimore on August 12, 2008. Mary was the oldest of five Sullivan kids to attend Bayley and she will be sorely missed. She was the loving mother of three teenage daughters who will need all of our prayers.

A wonderful article about Mary was published by the Baltimore Sun and can be read online here. And Johns Hopkins, where Mary worked, has set up a foundation and trust in Mary's name. Please visit www.marysgirls.org for details.

Class of '61 Reunion
Edward Cosgrove and Annette Penhallegan Gauthier are starting to plan the 50th reunion for the class of '61. All members of the class of '61 should contact Edward Cosgrove at edward.cosgrove@childrens.harvard.edu.

Rest in Peace, Mr. Sebelle
No jokes here. From the Jan 16, 2007 Star-Ledger: Edward J. Sebelle. Bayley-Ellard social studies chair Director of guidance, WWII vet. Edward J. Sebelle, 94, of Morris Plains died Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007, in the Crestwood Nursing and Rehab Center. He was a good man. We could use more like him in our schools.

Annemarie Landishman (Naughright) writes: We are shocked and saddened to hear about the murder of Beth O'Brien ('76). She was a wonderful person and a lot of fun. She will be sorely missed. If anyone would like to make a donation to and education fund for Beth's son, please send to Elizabeth O'Brien Fund, 181 Howard Blvd., M209, Mt. Arlington, N.J. 07856.

More sad news, I'm sorry to say. Mark O'Sullivan ('85) wrote: "With great saddness I submit to you that we have lost another Bayley Bishop. Robert Bazaral, Class of '84 passed away November 29, 2007. He was 41. Bob had a zest for life and a love for the water. He leaves his wife Natalie and his son Bob from his first marriage. His Brother Brian and sister Dana. Farewell Bob we will miss you."

I'm sorry to report some bad news. Lorraine Allen ('76) wrote: "I am saddened by the death of one of our classmates and friends. Kathy Geraghty class of 1976 passed away. May she rest in peace. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends." Thank you, Lorraine, for letting everyone know and we share your sympathies for her family and friends.

Hi friends - it's been a while since I've written but as you all know growing kids equals less "Carol" time. Just wanted to let you all know that I just received my Bayley T-shirt from BayleyAlumni.com and it is wonderful! Boy, does it bring back memories. I even bought a few for the kids! Get over to the online store and get your shirt today! Just tell them Carol sent you.

More Carol...

Dear Bishop:
I haven't had any contact with a guy named Mark Doherty ('81) since he graduated from Bayley the year before my class. What should I do?
--- Joe Ryan ('82)

Dear Joe:
Count your blessings.

Dear Bishop:
I remember my friends and I drinking Leroux Blackberry Brandy when we were at Bayley. Ski trips, winter dances, and proms were just a few of the excuses we used to pick up a bottle. Thanks to the old man who worked the counter at Park Liquors, acquiring it was never a problem. Anyway, since leaving Bayley I have never seen or heard of anyone drinking Blackberry Brandy. What gives?
--- Paul Cordenza ('85)

Dear Paul:
Wow, did your letter bring back memories. Leroux Blackberry Brandy, the winter drink of choice for the kids at Bayley. Fact is no one you know drinks it anymore because they all grew up. Blackberry Brandy is a teen phenomenon, like making out in a car. As a matter of fact, those two things went together often in my day, but that's another story.

Dear Bishop:
When I was at Bayley there was a whole group of kids who hung out by the wall every morning. What ever happened to those kids?
--- Pete Saccaro ('84)

Dear Pete:
Ahh yes...the heads; freaks; stoners; Jerry's kids; the great unwashed; and my personal favorite, another clique at the wall. Whatever your class called them, you'll be happy to hear that most are leading productive lives and have their own families now. They are also trying to explain to their own kids why they shouldn't get high and that an education is important. Isn't Karma great!

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