Reunion - Elston/Rogers Class of 1980

Throwback: Debbi, Rich and I taking a break from planning. 😊

It is with a broken heart that we report the passing of Kim Heisman (Elston c/o 1980) in 2012. She was such a cool classmate. (Thanks for letting us know, Deborah Hodges.)

Kim Yvonne Heisman (1961-2012) - Find a Grave... Kim Y. Heisman, 50, of Michigan City passed away on Monday, May 14, 2012 at her home in Michigan City. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens Chapel with Rev. Loren Hodum officiating. Burial will take place in Swan Lake Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be h...

It is with a sad heart that we share the passing of James Bolding (Rogers c/o 1980) in 2019. We pray that his family and loved ones find peace and solace. Jim, you are truly missed. (Thank you, Amy Pearson.)

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It saddens me to share that Lynn Reuter Tanner (Elston c/o 1980) passed away in 2019. We send prayers to her family and loved ones.

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Greetings classmates. Please find below our tribute to those classmates who are no longer with us.

In Memoriam: Elston and Rogers Class of 1980 "Gone but Not Forgotten" This is our tribute to the classmates of Elston and Rogers Class of 1980 who are no longer with us (as of June 2025).

Hey classmates. We are trying to put together a Playlist of favorite songs during our high school years to play at the reunion before the band starts. Please send me the names of the songs and artists that performed them so we can add them to the Playlist. Lets make some memories together. Cant wait to see everyone. It's gonna be a blast!!

What were some of your favorite songs from High School?

RANDOM THOUGHT!
The kids graduating this year will have their 45th class reunion in
2070

I wanted to let everyone know that Zorn Brewery is wheelchair accessible.

People have been asking about transportation from the airports.
From South Bend airport you can catch the South Shore and come into the new 11th street station in Michigan City.

The Coach USA shuttle service is no longer servicing our area.

From the Chicago airports you can take an Uber or Lyft to Union Station on Randolph St and catch the South Shore into 11th .

I will also post information on a woman that has a shuttle service.

Dear classmates,

We are so excited to finally get the amazing Class of 1980 together once again! Our Elston/Rogers 45th Class Reunion will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, and we are delighted with the interest you have shown! Per your request, the attire for all events is casual. Considering the soaring price of everything these days, we also worked hard to keep the registration fee at the same amount we had 15 years ago! A weekend of events is planned as follows:

Friday Night Kick-off: June 20, 2025
Start time 5:30pm, free casual event
Guests must be at least 21 years old
Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill
204 W Barker Avenue
Michigan City, IN 46360

Saturday Morning Golf Outing: June 21, 2025
Start time 10:00am, must be pre-registered ($50 per person)
Includes cart and 18 holes
Legacy Hills Golf Club
299 W Johnson Road
LaPorte, IN 46350

Elston/Rogers 45th Reunion: June 21, 2025
Start time 5:30pm
Must be pre-registered! NO on-site registration
Rain or shine (praying for plenty of sunshine)
Separate entrance for our reunion - enter into back gate
Menu includes heavy hors d'oeuvres (i.e., wings, sliders, caprese skewers)
One drink coupon included with registration
Zorn Brew Works
605 E 9th Street
Michigan City, IN 46360

We look forward to celebrating this milestone as we reconnect with friends! Please feel free to reach out to us with questions/comments at [email protected]. Thanks so much.

Sincerely,
Your Reunion Committee
(Yolanda, Richard, Debbi, Jeff)

REGISTRATION CLOSED YESTERDAY MAY 3RD.
Hopefully you filled out your registration form and mailed in your payment. If you haven't sent it in yet, you need to get it in TODAY.
We have to give final numbers to the venue.
**We will not be selling tickets at the door this year.**
We are looking forward to seeing everyone next month!!!