The Fellowship of Heathen Chemists

The Recovered Guestbook

Memories, stories, and messages for Mr. Pat “Weird” Ward.

197 messages · January 2006–February 2013 · Newest first

These are the surviving messages from the original guestbook. Some messages were not captured, and some end where the archived copy cuts off. Email addresses have been removed. This collection is read-only.

All 197 recovered messages appear below on this page, with the newest first.

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Cheryl (Wagner) Kouns aka "Aries"

· Class of 1979 · Tulsa

I'm so sorry that I didn't see the party notice in time to RSVP and attend today. It would have been great to be together with all of you to celebrate the wonderful teacher and man Mr. Ward was. Mr. Ward not only mastered the chemistry of the science world but also the chemistry of connecting with kids. He shared more than just his knowledge; he shared himself. His relationship with us didn't start at 8 and end at 3 with the final school bell; we were always on his mind. As a matter of fact, his nickname for me came from a weekend visit to the car wash when he noticed some car air fresheners that had some horoscope mascots on them. He proudly announced in class one day that he had finally thought of a name for me - Aries. He said the shape of the ram horns on the Aries freshener made him think of how the white streaks in my hair curved around my face so he bought the air freshener and presented it to me in class. From that point on, I became known as "Aries." I am reminded of so many more fun and funny times in his class as both his student and then as his aid. There was always such a competition to be his student aid because students actually wanted to be in his class again. His policy of "total ignorance" won me over the first day and has helped me so many times when I have found myself in a "teaching/training" role. Mr. Ward may not have had children to physically carry on his family name but there are multiple generations of children who will always carry the name of "Weird Ward" in their hearts and will share the lessons of his friendship with generations to come. I will cherish his friendship always and will not be surprised (or more pleased) than to find him waiting at the pearly gates to greet his students with a "Gads, you ape" followed by the blast of a fire extinguisher!

Cynthia Woolever

· Class of 1973

Thank you Mr. Ward for showing the world how great teachers make a difference. Your example continues to set a high standard for all your Weird children.

David Beymer

· Class of 1987 · OK

One of the greatest teachers one could ever hope to have had; Rest in Peace Mr Ward

Jeff McLandsborough

· Class of 1980 · Broken Arrow

I am sad to find out we lost the best and craziest chemistry teacher ever. You have been a wonderful part of my high school memories and will be missed. All Hail Elom!

Randy Cunningham

· Class of 1976 · Owasso, OK

Good bye to one of the greatest teachers that ever taught a class! Sleep well.....

John Andoe

· Class of 1982 · Broken Arrow

You will never be forgotten Mr. Ward. Rest in peace.

Sherry Cross Price

· Class of 1966 · Tulsa, Oklahoma

I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Ward's passing today. All of his "kids," his former students, will miss him and will always remember him. It takes a special teacher to create nicknames for all of his students AND to remember those students and their nicknames years later! He touched so many lives over the years. I will always remember his quirky sense of humor, his wry smile, and his ability to make high school chemistry interesting! With love, Sherry Price, "Old Rugged Cross"

Becky Weeks Poplin

· Class of 1966 · Tulsa, Oklahoma

I'll be at the party Louanne!!! Wecky Beeks

Brada Camp Gessner a.k.a. "Brady Cramp"

· Class of 1975 · Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

Today you stepped through Heaven's Gate...we miss you and our hearts ache. Yet, we know Heaven gained by our loss and there is peace and joy as we celebrate a life abundantly well lived. Well lived because it was never about you but only to give your all to others...you lived for our successes our laughter and to inspire us to keep on when it was tough and to excel. I am so thankful God allowed me the priviledge and honor of being your student. I am even more grateful for being able to get the chance to say farewell ol' buddy and to hold your hand if only for a moment. Until that glorious day when .."I'll see you in the morning"...love you Mr. Ward so dearly and thank you for all that you have done to make our world, our lives better. You Weird One are a legend both in your own time and for all eternity!..Brady Cramp

Dee Dee Culpepper Rice

· Class of 78

Thank you Mr. Ward for making Chemistry fun. I always enjoyed your class.

Jack Morgan

· Class of 1971 · Oklahoma

I would like to keep in touch with my classmates now that I am back in the area. Jack Morgan

Tony Owen

· Class of 1977 · Tulsa

I love this site. Brings back good memories. He made a lasting impression on so many including myself.

Tom Mainard

· Class of 1970 · Denver,Co

Retired from Nike after 32yrs. Have 3kids. Enjoying life, skiing and the mtn's tom

Jason (Spittenger) Pittenger

· Class of 1989 · Edmond

so I taught Chemistry for years @ Union then thought I could train teachers to be more like you.....they broke the mold my friend....I miss the days of Cherry Vodka in the Chloraseptic bottle....always a myth because we had no guts to test it out. I never realized that smoking in the chemical store-room could have killed us all :) Thank you for the abilty to carry on your legacy impacting students! Certainly much beloved!!!! spitty

Sue (Young) Myers

· Class of 1989 · Tulsa

We would like to invite any and all former faculty and staff that taught us to come to our 20 year reunion. Our Saturday night "big event" will be on Oct. 17th at the Stokely Event Center, starting at 7 pm. Details on our class web page www.eastcentral1989.com.

Michael Bulger (Booger)

· Class of 1980 · Lattitude 36.28°N Longitude 95.83°W (Better known as Owasso)

When I took chemistry in college, I actually taught my prof. about LEO roars GER, and I Broke Ol' Clyde's Head For Nothing.

Randy Wheatley

· Class of 1986

Sometimes when my friends can't see the "big" picture, I tell them "little things effect little minds". Thanks Weird Ward!

Jim Garoutte

· Class of 1977 · San Antonio, TX

You're the best teacher I ever had. I wish I'd paid more attention in your class because when I finally took college chemistry in 1991 I had a heck of a time figuring it all out! I'll never forget how you came to visit me in the hospital when I had ankle surgery...you're truly a good person. I remember "Little Willie" and "What Ho!" most of all...strange what the mind retains...

Will Long - hose nose!

· Class of 86

Is It a man... Plane... No it's ape with a cape! Long live Elom! Hope u are doing well! I plan to get to one of the Saturday gatherings this year. HN

Jerry West

· Class of 1978 · Tulsa/Dallas (depending on the day)

I was so happy find this site. Pat Ward is easily the finest teacher I ever had. I have employed his wisdom over the years (sometimes to my own demise). I will always cherish his influence (no matter how devious). God bless you Mr. Ward

Charles Stevens

· Class of 1978

Anybody have any pictures of the class of '78 thirty year reunion last year that can be put on the site?

Teri "Bat Eyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 The GREATEST Class · Cow-eta OK

Hey B.O.B., love the '78 yearbook photos. Glad you finally got ahold of a book. Thanks for putting them on here. Now I can go back and look up people when I meet them on facebook. Do you realize that we've known each other for about 43 years???? OMG!!!! we're old!

Paula "Apula" Scheider

· Class of I was there for most of 79-80 · Tulsa OK

30 years later and my siblings still call me Apula! I'll never forget how tickled he was when he hit upon re-arranging the 1st 2 letters of my name to create Apula. I still remember Yogi Barrow,Frosty,Don & Theresa from that class. It was truly the high point of my day & I have never forgetten what an amazing & truly gifted teacher Mr Ward was.

Dave the incredible hulk Wukawitz

· Class of 1979 · Ft. Lauderdale Florida

Mr Ward...You sir were by far and away the best teacher I ever had.To this day I still spew your nuggets of wisdom,hell I just told someone the other day about ate-ic ite-ous and the broom closet and heartbreak hotel! gads ol buddy ! I remember when ryan moore said the me eat peanut butter.you named our class total ape tulsa..It pleases me a great deal that you are still with us and enjoying life.Thank you for all the weirdness and long live elom!

Ryan "Moron" Moore

· Class of 1979 · Fort Worth, TX

I was explaining to my wife all the fun the Mr. Ward's class was. I found this website and it brought back some great memories! I was surprised to look at the "Wardisms" and the first one listed was my contribution to the class: "Me Eats Peanut Butter" (Methane, Ethane, Propane, Butane). I remember Ward liking it. And after that I always tried to think of more.

Robert (Craig) Shreve

· Class of 1984 · Owasso, OK

Life has moved fast for me, I have a wife and three kids. I am a network engineer working at Williams and also the IT director for ORBS. www.orbsrobots.org.

David Baughn

· Class of 1962 · Tuttle, America

I was pleased to no end, to see Mr. Ward at the EC Dinner reunion on Saturday May 2nd.

Rick Thompson

· Class of 1989

All Hail Elom. Gads, did I just say that 22 years later? Little Willy was a chemist... The best years of my life... Those who don't know... The more you know, the more... Would someone please pass the bedpan.

Consuela Reinhart

· Class of 1986 · Kentucky

Wierd Ward bestowed me with the name "Strongheart", after the crappy dog food of the same name (wanting to be a vet and actually acheived that goal!) and of course it rhymed with "Reinhart." My favorite memory was of him making me sit by him,(making sure that I was not blowing up the lab), and the different chemicals he would have sprinkled on his desk and I would name them by smelling them. Amazing ! Have often thought of Weird Ward and his awesome teaching techniques. Learned more in his class that helped me thru college than any other. Best wishes Pat Ward. ELOM and You rule forever.

Jeff "Churchmouse" Churchwell

· Class of 1979 · Chicago (more or less), IL

Ward, ol' buddy, how in the world are you? My wife is a science teacher, and every year she promises to give an A+ to any student or group who can present her with a "mole" of Chocolate Chip Cookies. Which I would be the beneficiary of if they could actually pull it off :) Still singing, and happy to say "howdy" to you. Pardon me while I get my Hydrox cookies and evaporated water. Take care! Churchmouse

Jerry Swan (#3)

· Class of 1979 · Dallas

Great idea! Weird Ward was the teacher we wish we had for all subjects!

Linda Flynn Clemans

· Class of 1971 · Tulsa

Great Christmas card! Thanks for the wonderful memories of EC!

Richard Martin

· Germany

What a great site!

Bobby Snider

· Class of 1978 · Edmond, Oklahoma

I just got off the Phone with another of your students, Jeff Stewart 77, and found out about this site. Brings back many good memories. Better than the yearbook. I made the mistake of telling one of my boys classmates about Ward and the nicknames. Now whenever I see that guy, I get to hear "Schnauzer" all over again.

Lloyd Wallisch

· Class of 1970 · Still in the Bunker Under the Rose Bowl

Losing Rick Schemet reminds me of so many other losses. Herewith, departed friends: "I Think Continually Of Those Who Were Truly Great" by Stephen Spender I think continually of those who were truly great. Who, from the womb, remembered the soul's history Through corridors of light where the hours are suns Endless and singing. Whose lovely ambition Was that their lips, still touched with fire, Should tell of the Spirit clothed from head to foot in song. And who hoarded from the Spring branches The desires falling across their bodies like blossoms. What is precious is never to forget The essential delight of the blood drawn from ageless springs Breaking through rocks in worlds before our earth. Never to deny its pleasure in the morning simple light Nor its grave evening demand for love. Never to allow gradually the traffic to smother With noise and fog the flowering of the spirit. Near the snow, near the sun, in the highest fields See how these names are fŠted by the waving grass And by the streamers of white cloud And whispers of wind in the listening sky. The names of those who in their lives fought for life Who wore at their hearts the fire's center. Born of the sun they traveled a short while towards the sun, And left the vivid air signed with their honor.

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971

I am sad to report that we lost our EC '71 friend & classmate friend Rick Schemet Sunday, September 14th in a motorcycle accident. Rick was one of our Fellowship of Heathen Chemists Breakfast "regulars" - a prince of a guy with a big smile and a great heart. He will be missed very, very much.

Herr Schulte

· Class of 1971-99 · Sperry, Ok

I know that the Weird One and I had many of the same students, so I am going to do my best to make it to the breakfast on Aug. 30 to re-acquaint myself with the class of '78. Viele Gruesse an alle ECHS Deutschschueler und Schuelerinnen! Tschuess.

Denise (Helt) Clark

· Class of '78 · Le Roy, Kansas

Class of '78 while you're in town for the reunion don't forget the FHC breakfast Sat. morning, Aug. 30. See ya there. Can't wait to see ya W.W.

"Trapper John" Andoe

· Class of 1982 · Broken Arrow

Thanks Mr. Ward for making chemistry a blast. You are truly an inspiration for many.

Angie (Salinas) Fent AKA "Agnus"

· Class of 1989 · Final Landing - Tulsa, OK

"Closs Wotchley" Although I spelled it phonetically and probably not properly, this is what I remember most. I am a visual learner, I needed to see the process and the results and you showed them to me, as well as making us DO the procees to see the results!!!!!! I too have told many friends of you and your impact on students, I only hope that my children will have an instructor as memorable as you. I am no Dr., but what I gained from your class has helped in every entity of my life. God Bless you and take care. Maybe see you at the next Wannemacher Gun Show? ;)

Donna Helt Lawson ( "The Other One")

· Class of 79 · Back in Tulsa

Reading this website is awesome.So many familar names. Mr Ward you are the best teacher I ever had!!! As others have said no one believes the things that went on in class and we all seemed to learn inspite of it; more than just Chemistry too.!! Classes today need more teachers like you for sure. I hope to make it by Panera Bread sometime soon now that I live back in Tulsa. A place I have always called "home" no matter where I lived

Cammy "Clammy" Sikes (Cary)

· Class of 1981 · Norman, OK

GADS! What fun memories this brings back! Now that I'm teaching my kids at home, I wish I had paid closer attention so I could teach them chemistry!

Paula (Turnham) Davis

· Class of 1989 · Tulsa

I absolutely love this website! So many people think I'm making up stories about my high school chemistry teacher when I tell them about FHC and Elom. Now I can point them to this website as proof. I'll be starting my 3rd year of pharmacy school in August, and I wish I had more teachers like Weird Ward! I know Brian "Wiz" Whisenhunt and I ("Ape-ula") drove him crazy, but we sure had a great time doing it. Rock on Weird Ward!!

Mark Roepel

· Class of 78 · Owasso

Alias Repulsive: Wierd Ward you had a tremendous impact on my life during high school, I just wanted to thank you for that. I wanted to also let you know my daughter got her degree in elementary education from NSU this week and is now going to teach in the Tulsa Public School system. Thanks again and hail elom.

Marla Hicks Grant

· Class of 1983 · Edmond, OK

Hello Ol' buddy! Great to hear you are doing well. My 16 year old daughter took Chemistry at Edmond North High School this year. I helped her study and all the memories came rushing back for me! Thanks for being such a great teacher. Dr. Hickey

Kevin Abbey (Dear Abbey)

· Class of 1988 · Norman, OK

Mr. Ward, as a kid you sometimes don't think of saying thank you because you don't realize what type of an impact an event or person has in your life. To make an understatement you have made an impact on many lives. I want to say thank you. I have told many stories of you to whomever wanted or didn't want to listen. One story that still makes me laugh is one day doing some experiment a student carrying a beaker filled with some liquid came to your desk to have some metal piece dropped into it. Once the metal piece was dropped in it starts boiling, in my mind pretty aggressively, and you yell "GADS, GET AWAY!!!" He set the beaker down on your desk and starts to run and duck which brought more yelling, which made me think we were in for some big explosion so I start ducking. Finally the kid clues in and takes the reacting beaker away from YOU. The scene still makes me laugh. I really thought we were in for a large boom. A Wardism that I still use today, "Beware of the drunks!". Again, Mr. Ward, Thank you.

Mike Campbell

· Class of 1973 · Tulsa, Oklahoma

I had the chance visit with Mr. Ward at the doctor's office this morning. I have been in education for many years and am currently superintendent of Berryhill Schools in Tulsa. I am constantly looking to employ teachers that are representative of the many fine qualities of Mr. Ward. Mr. Ward was one of my favorite teachers as well and he inspire me to pursue education as a career. It was so good to see him and it brought back so many wonderful memories. If he ever decides to come out of retirement, I'm sure I could find a place for him. Take care ole buddy.

Renee Thomas (Ogle)

· Class of 1988 · Collinsville, OK

Had chemistry right after lunch-I don't know how many times we were nearly killed trying to get back from Taco Bell on time!! I remember wondering if you had the strongest bones and the most balanced gastric contents--eating all those TUMS. You were a fantastic teacher.

Jeni Linden (Spinne or Spider)

· Class of 1988 · Tulsa, Ok

Hi there...WW asked me to message BOB and the Twisted Sisters to see if you could add our reunion website to your Links on here www.eastcentral88.com thanks so very much :)

Sherry "Squirley" Myers(Loudon)

· Class of 1983 · Alpine Utah

Hey Weird Ward, I wish I could count the number of people I have told about you and your class in the last 25 years. What a great legacy you have created!! I will be in Tulsa in the next couple of months. Maybe I will try to track you down! My family will be selling the old homestead out on 11th street since we have lost both of our parents as of Dec 2007. I still have my notebook with all your daily quotes. My kids love them! I have 4 kids and my oldest just started college and my youngest is 8! I just heard you say..."Whoa!" Gads, I hope you are enjoying life! Thanks, Sherry (Squirley)

Ernest Myers (Dirt)

· Class of 1976 · Tulsa/B.A.

Mr. Ward, I had a moment and wanted to drop a line & say "Hi!". The family is all doing great. Our 2nd granddaughter arrives next month to my oldest son. My 2nd daughter, (4th child of six) will be married on May 9th. Life marches on. Remember, if at first you don;t succeed, so much for parachuting! Take care--Dirt (AKA Erny Myers)

Denise (Helt) Clark (The Original)

· Class of '78 · Kansas

Since our 30th reunion is on the last weekend of the month (Aug. 30-31), we should all plan to attend the FHC breakfast that Sat. morning. Pass the word along to all the class of '78. Maybe someone "in power" could put a note on the reunion website too???? Ward you have a warm place in all our hearts - some of best memories of high school come from your class.

Sabre (Davis) Mendoza

· Class of 1988 · Florida

There are too many great times in Mr Ward's class to recount... just note that it was one of the best learning experiences I had, even through college! All teachers could take a lesson from Mr Ward!

Fonda Davis (Gillum) Fungus

· Class of 1986 · Tulsa, OK

Thank you for the great times in class Mr. Ward, you made learning chemistry fun! I wonder if I am the only student you had who asked you to change my nickname?

Teri "Bat Eyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 The GREATEST Class · Reunion Planning Room

Hey Ole Buddy! Have you heard that us "kids" from the Class of 1978 will be having our 30th (Yes, I said 30th) reunion August 30th & 31st, 2008? You can go to our web page at http://www.tulsaechs78.com to register & find out all the details. I sure hope you will be able to come Weird One. It wouldn't be to the same without you. Please be sure to pass on this information to all of our buddies from the class of 1978!

Jannie LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · FHC Cavern

NOTE THIS, Fellow Heathen Chemists! This Saturday's (Feb. 23) FHC Breakfast will be held from 9-11 a.m. at VILLAGE INN across from Woodland Hills, just east of Memorial on 71st St. Normally we meet at Panera 71st & Garnett, but they're refinishing the floors there this Saturday, so we've moved to Village Inn for the February meetup. Hope to see you there!

Mike Woods

· Class of 78 · san francisco

Hello Mr. Ward. You're Awesome! The web site is great. Can't say I remember much Chemistry (lotta years ago), but I give you credit for teaching some amazing people skills that I regularly use. Thanks for the education and the FUN! Gads, Wierd Ducks!

Jim Vance

· California

Found this site by googling "weird". And weird it is! Keep up the good work!

Lane Perry

· Class of Distinction · Perth Amboy

Mr. Ward, The worlds Greatest Teacher you are indeed. Pat, the fact you taught Chemistry was purely a side bargain. What most of us recieved from you was a mentorship in life. Servant Leadership if you will before it was the current "buzz word". We were taught that it was ok to have fun but yet learn something as difficult and complex, for me anyway, as chemistry. This lesson in life from you has followed me all over the world, in other words; approach difficult concepts by breaking the task down but yet frame it with humor in a relaxed environment. This approach has worked while interfacing with a variety of cultures and coutries, from Saudi, Egypt, Israel to France, Germany and Italy. Passion about ones mission coupled with a sense of humor transcends all cutural boundries. Of course picking up the tab at the bar, except for the 5 years in Saudi as there are no bars there, doesn't hurt either. You get the point my friend, I tip my hat to you and all that you have relayed to me over 30 years ago. For the record, did the Cimmaron River really get it's name from the water not being able to boil...It just simmers on? I remember vividly you telling me this and I as well have relayed this "story" on all my travels, thank god no one ever argued that statement. From a chemist standpoint I sure as hell couldn't prove it, but you could, ;o). I plan to see you at one of those Panera Bread shin digs where I understand you are picking up the tab on a bagel eating contest, glad you have deep pockets ol' buddy, I have to float a loan just to drag my 4 kids out of there. You take care, big hug to you from this end and we'll be in touch. Lane

"Rapid" Robert Smith

· Class of 65 · The Hills of Tennessee (Portland)

Just thought I would post a note during this visit to let Mr. Ward and everyone else know how much I enjoy this site. I was blessed with several outstanding, caring teachers at the old ECHS. Mr. Ward was, and is, the greatest.

Suzann Lackey (Bell) "Bell ole Buddy"

· Class of 1973 · Waxahachie, Texas

I was not the greatest Chem student, but you made learning it fun and interesting. I still use the "snowball" on my kids to this day. The blackboard quote that I remember: Gross Ignorance....144 sophmores. Thanks for being such an inspirational teacher! I wish there were more like you today!

Terri O'Neill

· Class of 1966 · Houston

When I said that I flunked Physics I did not mean that it was Mr. Ward's fault. I was an airhead then. It took me a few extra years to get my head on straight. Now that I have taught science (elementary) only do I really get it. Mr. Ward was a great teacher and always interesting to say the least.

April Clark (Ford)

· Class of 1984 · Collinsville, OK

WOW! Mr. Ward holds a special place in the hearts of many Cardinal Alumni! He is the finest example of a GREAT Teacher! Love ya, April "Fool" Clark (Ford)

Richard " Rick " Peterson

· Class of 1977 · atlanta, ga

Wierd Ward was one of the greatest teachers I ever had. He would stay after class to tutor me so I would not fail his class. He is in a class all by himself. " Pennies from Heaven "

Terri Ramsay O'Neill

· Class of 1966 · Houston

I remembered my other nickname today. Cleo was only for awhile when I had a pageboy haircut. I was Ram say with the accent on say.

Terri (Ramsay) O'Neill "CLEO"

· Class of 1966 · Houston, Texas

Wow! I'm so glad to find this site. I've missed being in Tulsa. Love you Mr. Ward even if I did fail Physics!!Have a Merry Christmas!

Jim Cotney

· Class of 1988 · Charlotte, NC

The site brings back great memories. I only wish that I could have stayed awake in Chemistry and the memories would have been even greater... Thanks Mr. Ward for touching all of our lives.

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · The walk-in at Bill's Italian Restaurant

Hope everyone has a fine Thanksgiving, and hope to see some of you at the Fellowship of Heathen Chemists Breakfast this Saturday, Nov. 24th, in the meeting room at Panera Bread, 71st & Garnett.

Mike Ransom

· Class of '71 · Tulsa

I hate it, but I'm signed up to do the Tulsa Run that day, and it starts at 9 am. Is there a make-up Mr. Ward birthday party?

Jan LeMoine

· Class of '71 · Cardo's Cadillac

NOTE THIS: The October 27th FHC Breakfast will ALSO be a celebration of Mr. Ward's 71st Birthday! (He knows about the breakfast, but not about the birthday party.) So if you possibly can, drop by Panera Bread, 71st & Garnett, Saturday Oct. 27th any time between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and join us for cake and celebration of 71 Years of Weird! p.s. He has said before that he does not want gifts at functions like this, because your presence is a present. But I'll bet he'd love cards or notes with a favorite memory...

Carl Williams (Zero)

· Class of 1984 · Houston, TX

I still have my FHC t-shirt and when my wife ran across it she asked "what in the world is this from ??!!" This led to some of the greatest stories as well as showing exactly how well I remembered Chemistry all due to the true "Great One", Mr. Pat Ward. Thank you Mr. Ward for being one of the good influences in my life by leading me to really appreciate the sciences (I now work at Johnson Space Center) as well as showing me a style of teaching that carried me through college.

Lea Ann (Leon Barks) Parks Nolen

· Class of 1977 · Broken Arrow

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, OL' BUDDY!! I hope you had a great day, and I'm sorry that I've had to miss the last few Panera get-togethers. I conducted some teacher training today, and I used you as an example (a good one). Just think: you used to be more than twice my age, but now the gap has narrowed. I'm no math genius, but if this trend continues, we should be the same age before you know it. See you soon.

Pink Lloyd

· Class of 1970!

The Weird One shares a birthday, 10 October, tomorrow, with jazz great Theolonius Monk. The Ward, The Jazz of EC. Word.

"Rapid" Robert SMith

· Class of 65 · Middle Tennessee (The Sticks)

Just wanted to check in again to let the webmonster and Mr. Ward know that I enjoy peeking in frequently to see what is going on. Hope to see Mr. Ward at our 45th reunion in just 3 more years.

Lisa Rogers (now Yousef)

· Class of 1984 · Tulsa, OK

Younger sister of Mr. Rogers (Teishi Rogers class 80) Buck Rogers (Kathy Rogers class 83)

Keith Owen

· Class of 1987 · Frisco, TX

Great website. Glad to see your still touching the lives of your students. Pass the bedpan!!

Randy Cunningham AKA Cuddles

· Class of 1976 · Owasso, OK

I have just found your website. This is great!!! So good to see you are still among the living! Sorry I missed our 30th reunion it would have been great to see you. Thanks for all you did for us in your class. I will always remember your class as one of the best times in high school. Well, maybe not as good as Degraffenried's streak through the library, but awful close!!! Take care.

Teri "Bat Eyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 · Cow Town USA

Hey Weird one! I am very distressed at the thought that you cannot find your 1978 year book! What happened? Doesn't the web-monster have a yearbook he could copy? Keep looking for it! It didn't just walk away... I love ya Weird One! Webmonster's reply.... Hey Teri, My yearbook recently suffered some water damage. It's not completely ruined but probably not good enough to scan. Hang in there, we'll get one!

Ammie "Stone" Sullivent

· Class of 1988 · Collinsville, OK

Hey Mr. Ward! Hope you are doing great! When a teacher is remembered by so many - he must have made quite the impact! Too bad there aren't more like you for my kids. Love ya, Ammie

John Stevens

· Class of 1975 · Robert Hall Clothes

Has anyone heard about developments regarding a party in August for the class of 1975?

Cotton Kannady

· Class of 1982 · Tulsa

It was great to see Weird Ward at our 25th reunion last month. Still the same great guy!

Charles Stevens

· Class of 1978 · On the playground at Reed

A belated happy birthday to Dana. I have known him since our days at Walter Reed back in the day. You're a good duck Dana. Keep up the good work.

Pink Lloyd

· Class of 1970 · Still in the Bunker Under the Rose Bowl

Sorry, Old Buddy, To Be a Day Late and A Dollar Short. Happy Birthday to the Webmonster!!! Webmonster - Thank you for the Weird Duck tribute!

Jennie "Spinnin Jennie" Galloway

· Class of 1977 · North Richland Hills, TX

Thoroughly enjoying the website and memories. Thanks so much to the webmonster. Mr. Ward; everyone's favorite teacher ever! Hope to see you soon at the 1977 ECHS reunion. I just have one question on all the reunion pictures on this website; other than the ever-young Mr. Ward and Lee Ann Barks, who are all the old people? Certainly not members of the class of '77, as we have not aged.

"Smart" Alex Wilson

· Class of 1989 · Minnesota

When my friends in MN didn't believe that my favorite teacher of all time was the one that called us "fools" and "heathens" every day, I started looking around for info on Mr. Ward. I was delighted to see this sight.

Pink Lloyd

· Class of 1970 · Secret Laboratory Under the Rose Bowl

Herewith, surely one of the most beautiful and haunting pieces of music ever written, and now includes [surely odd] ducks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4tsbDzv3yo

Mark Barrett "Ole Buddy"

· Class of 1973 · Tulsa

There was only a couple of influential teachers during my school years and you were one of them. You made Chemistry fun and helped all of us look at the fun side of life. I really liked the weird bird dipping in the water and staying in constant motion. Thanks for the memories. Ole Buddy

Pastafarian

· Seeking the Striper Factory

Ahoy Me Hearty, Yo, ho, ho. Bring me a noggin of rum there matey and I'll spin ye a yarn that'll scrape the barnacles from yr hull. Arr. Aye, I have been run through by his noodly appendage like wind through a grape shotted mizzen mast. Elom be praised, the FSM created the mountain, the trees and the midgit. Can I get a RAmen?

shawn jackson

· Class of 1982 · Tucson, Arizona

Illiterate in Tucson. I'll read the instructions next time. (Yeah, right.)

shawn

· Class of 1982 · Tucson, Arizona

The website is a gas. Keep the weirdness (and the memories) flowing in cyberspace!

Dana Rawlinson Hardy

· Class of 1976 · Bartlesville

What Ho!! This website is great and it sure brought back some great memories of high school. Mr. Ward, I went through 13 years of school in Tulsa, and about 7 years worth of college and I can honestly say YOU ARE THE BEST TEACHER IN THE WORLD!!! If you could be cloned and sent to every students' classroom, problems in education would cease to exist. You made the world a better place. It was a privilege to be in your class, though you never gave me a nickname! So in behalf of the Rawlinson clan (Rise, Dana, Tawl Rawl, and Marmaduke) we salute You!!

"Rapid" Robert Smith

· Class of '65 · The Sticks of Tennessee

Mr. Ward. I was just thinking about you this morning and decided to drop a note. Maybe one of these days (years?) I will be in Tulsa and can attend the monthly breakfast. Thanks for making Physics and Chemistry interesting. But most of all thanks for being an inspiration and a friend.

The Dippy Bird

· Class of Many · Up to my beak

Read about me here.

Alice G "trudy" Espinoza

· Class of 1977 · Hainan, China

Dear Mr. Ward, Hello! I just wanted to say that I have always admired you and your students from afar. I was on my own in high school and so had no guidance as to what classes were necessary for college. I chose not to take your class because other students said you were too difficult. The mistakes we make in youth by listening to peers can't be undone. I ended up having to teach myself chemistry in order to teach my children and I realized what a fascinating science it was and how I had missed the privelege of being under your tutelage. Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher. I was always envious of you and your students. While I regret having not been your student, I truly admire you and your students and all that you have accomplished in your lifetimes. I hope to see you when I come back to Oklahoma in 2007 for my high school reunion. I miss the "Red Dirt" of home. Is there a chemical explanation as to why the dirt is red? May God richly bless you all the days of your life. Trudy (Stadler) Espinoza

Nancy Reiss

· Tulsa, OK

I've been working for Mr. Ward for several years. He's invited me to your breakfast meetings, and I will try to make a breakfast soon. He is a wonderful person, although, he was not my teacher...I was a chemistry student of Mr. Don Johnson of Nathan Hale High School...Class of 1985. I know, I know...BOMAR!

Thomas Wright

· Class of 1977 · Tulsa, OK

Never took chemistry, but felt like one of your kid's anyway, you adopted the nickname Gramps for me after Mark Kuhn and Tim Kincaid clued you in, and signed the yearbook "beware of smoke" after I always quizzed you about the pipe at football games, what a blessing to see this site and think of 30 years ago, and your love for teaching and your students. Thomas Wright

Mike Ransom

· Class of 1971 · T-town

Sorry to miss the January FHC breakfast, I had to work that morning. I'll be there in February.

Dianne Story Trolinger

· Class of 1989 · Inola, OK

It's the "little Story girl." I teach 6th grade at Byrd Middle School now. I was very shocked over Christmas break when I was catching up on some reading in my neatoday magazine and saw the article about Mr. Ward. I think this site is very cool, and you were one of the best teachers I ever had. I consider myself very lucky to have been in your class during your last year at EC.

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · FHC Cavern

The January Fellowship of Heathen Chemists breakfast was great fun - it was wonderful to visit with all of you who attended! Feburary's breakfast will be held Saturday, Feb. 24th at Panera Bread 71st & GARNETT - drop by anytime from 9 till 11 a.m. back in the meeting room. (For more information, click on "Announcements" from the Weird Ward main menu.) Hail Elom!

"Rapid" Robert Smith

· Class of '65 · Sumner County, Tennesse (The Sticks)

I was just glancing back at the 1965 yearbook picture of some of us "athletes" in Coach Dyer's den when it struck me that the picture was taken by our yearbook photographer, Gary Dewey. Gary was nicknamed "F.B.I", short for "Flash Bulb Idiot". He wore that moniker with great pride. I do not believe that Mr. Ward gave him that nickname. I think it was coined by one of the coaches.

Herr Schulte

· Class of 1971-99 · Sperry, OK

"Ein glückliches neues Jahr" to all of our former students! Note to the Weird One: Pat, if you're looking for a t-shirt, why not go with the WWE? I think it stands for Weird Ward & Elom. I'd get one myself if it had a picture of Stacy Keibler on it. Of course, it would have to be an Extra-Tall, to fit her all in. Speaking of dancing with the stars, how about those pictures of the two Pats (Holder and Ward) at the Christmas Dance? As I recall, the Frau and I were Mrs. and Mr. Claus the following year. Tschüss!

Regina

· Broken Arrow, OK

I had a very interesting and WEIRD conversation with Mr. Ward today. He had commented that I have just received the "Weirdest" call of the year. He proceeded to ask about our logo or if we had a shirt to sell with the logo on it. This was important to him because of the WW being his adopted initials. We are not in the business to sell shirts but you may visit our website to look at what we really do. www.ww-enterprises.com Well, I agreed...it was the weirdest call of the year but the kindest gentleman I had spoken to all year.

Lissa Shelby (Smelby) Clark

· Class of 1974 · Elkhorn, NE

Merry Christmas, Mr. Ward!

Keith Keirsey

· Class of '77 · Owasso, Ok.

Weird Ward, Keith(Curse's)Keirsey here! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas....

Murph Shelby

· Class of 78 · Denver

Mr. Ward, thank you for the christmas card. Always good to hear from you! Best Regards, Murph "Smelby" Shelby ECHS 78

Mike Ransom

· Class of 1971 · Tulsa

Looks like this Guestbook is back in action.

Kari Schleicher Ryan

· Class of '77 · Broken Arrow, OK

Kristi and I are having a blast going through the web site. I'm so glad were were told of this site and we can't wait until the next time there is a get together so we can come share in the memories. Ward is amazing. It's no surprise he is the reason for bringing everyone together with some fantastic and unusual stories and memories. All the reunion pictures are great. I know you have heard it many times, but thanks again for putting this web site together and sharing all our love for Ward, with him. Kari (aka Schnauzer) PS- I do not know, to this day, the reason behind my nickname. I could never figure out why I was called the dog. I think I should have been the Pink Panther :) I'm guessing Ward called you Schnauzer because of the similarity to Schleicher, but we'll ask the Weird One to be sure. :) The Webmonster

Kristi Schleicher Wallace

· Class of 77 · Lenexa, Kansas

Hi Mr. Ward. I love your website. It brings back so many fond memories. I still call myself Clouseau at times. In fact, I have four daughters and they all seem to follow in my footsteps when it comes to brilliant deductions!

Robert "Oral Robert" Foster

· Class of 1984 · Walnut Ridge, Arkansas

Ward! You are the greatest. Thank you so much for pouring your life into your students and caring about us. I will always remember you! I am a college professor now. I use some of your teaching approach with my students! Thanks for lifting me up. peace, Robert "Oral Robert" Foster

Bill Lee Faber

· Class of 1998 · Williams Baptist College, Arkansas

Just wanted to let Mr. Ward know that I am a product of his teaching without ever meeting him. My parents, Walter Faber c/o '74 and Becky Faber (Caldwell) c/o '77, both remember you vividly and share stories from time to time. I also sit under the teaching of Dr. Robert Foster, an E.C. alumni who has modeled his teaching after you...for which I am thankfully learning Greek with enjoyment. Dr. Foster is a friend of my parents and talks of his days in Mr. Ward's class with me often. The previous poster Jim Caldwell is a man I'm proud to call my uncle. Thanks for all you did before my time and continue to do through your legacy in others.

Jim Caldwell

· Class of 1978 · Broken Arrow

Hey weird it's Crudwell! Just stumbled onto the site from a Google search with three former EC'ers here at American Airlines. It's great to see all of the fun that has been preserved within the site. Kudos out to those who put all of this together. I'm a little conflicted here, should I bow to Kelli Flindt every time I see her? Miss EC '77

Rick Osborn

· Class of '75 · Broken Arrow

Mr.Ward, I'm a little late getting back to you but it was great seeing you at my wife Karen's reunion (Class of '76) this last summer. It brought back some great memories. I just wanted to let you know that as weird as your class was I learned a great deal. When I took Chemistry at OSU, I never did my homework and rarely attended class, as neither were required, but still aced all the tests. I still help Karen, who teaches middle school Chemistry, with her lessons with what I learned from you such as; I Broke Old Clydes Head For Nothing. Oh, well. Eat a Frito and leave.

Kelly Lawrence Flindt

· Class of 1977 · Owasso, OK

Hey, Weird Ward! It was good to see you at Savoy's - next time I'll treat you to breakfast! My son couldn't believe you'd remember who I was but I guess with the nickname "Lung" you probably wouldn't forget the loudest mouth in '77. I probably didn't ever shut up long enough to hear what you were saying in class!! Isn't it funny....I teach Science now and I definitely have several "lungs" for students! What goes around, comes around.

Matt Flindt

· Class of '76 · Owasso, OK

Mr Ward, it was great visiting with you at the '76 Class Reunion this past July. I am amazed how you remembered everyones name and nickname. Kelly and I enjoyed recalling the fun times we had in class. Thank you for the impact you had on me and the direction I took in college in the area of chemisty. You always said "Come back and see us" and that we will do. Matthew & Kelly (the lung)

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · Boston Avenue Market

This is the "more Twisted" Sister checking in to say, on behalf of Dana, Robin, me - and The Wizard of Odd himself - THANKS, EVERYONE for the wonderful time we had at the Birthday Bash!!! If any of you have pix of the event, please e-mail them to [email address removed] so that B.O.B. can post them to a special page he's conjuring up! Those who missed it, we wish you could've been there - but hey, we had such a good time, we're going to see about more meetups, so don't be sad! Also, we're working on having some Fellowship of Heathen Chemists goodies (shirts, mousepads, mugs, etc.) available soon from this site - very soon, we hope! HAIL ELOM!

Lea Ann (Leon Barks) Nolen

· Class of 1977 · Tulsa/Broken Arrow

Ward's birthday bash was great! It has been many years since I have been in the company of so many Heathen Chemists in one place. Thanks to everyone who organized the big event. I also enjoyed reading comments from Herr Schulte and Mr. Crossley--two of my wonderful former teachers. Greetings to all.

Gregg Bradshaw

· Class of 1977 · Stillwater, OK

Mr. Ward: Sorry we could not make over to Tulsa for the Breakfast Bash last Saturday. Hope you are well and we love the Website. Gregg 'Badshaw' Bradshaw (1977) Kelly 'Smelly' Strode Bradshaw (1977)

Louis Crossley

· Class of 1971-2005 · Tulsa, OK

Thanks for the memories Pat. You were an inspiration for me during my career and subsequent Dept Chairperson at ECHS. Love, Louis "The Croz" It's great to hear from you Mr. Crossley! You did an EXCELLENT job of teaching biology. I had you in 1976 [my sophomore year] and remember you to be a very patient and caring teacher. Thank you! Dana LeMoine, The Weird Webmonster

Lloyd

· Class of 1970 · Bunker Under the Rose Bowl

The Webmonster is preparing a page about the Weird Ward Birthday Bash on Saturday last. Just let me say: Thanks to the Bottom of the Barrel and the Twisted Sisters ... it was AWESOME! Some 40 in the room and thousands in their hearts attended. Weird Ducks Forever!

Teri "Bat Eyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978

Wanted to say a GREAT BIG thank you to B.O.B. aka Dana LeMoine for putting together this web site and keeping it updated. You are doing a fantastic job with it. It's hard to believe that someone from the "bottom of the barrel" can self-teach themselves web design. Makes you wonder why you couldn't do chemistry...hmmmmmm. Reply from B.o.B. Thanks for the compliment Teri. I'm guessing I was just to busy having fun in Ward's class to crawl out of the barrel but that's okay. However, if I had it to do over again, I would probably pay more attention to my studies. Who am I kidding???? No I wouldn't. Long live "The Bottom of the Barrel"!

Teri "Bat Eyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 · Paradise

Lots of people showed up for the Weird One's birthday celebration on Saturday, Oct. 21. We had coffee and birthday cake. It was a real hoot seeing how Weird Ward can remember absolutely EVERYONE'S name, year they graduated, and most everyone's nickname he gave them. Some of us decided that B.O.B. aka Dana LeMoine needs to make a link so we can all tell about how we got our nicknames. Kudos to the "twisted sisters" for planning this and pulling it off. I know Ward was touched, and we all had a great time seeing him. Weird Ward's sister came to celebrate with us, and guess what...she's not weird at all! She's as cute as can be, and yes, they look like brother & sister. If you happen to have missed the celebration, be sure to give Ward a shout out here on the web site. He'd really love to hear from you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. WARD! We LOVE YOU!

Charles "Cheerful Charlie" Stevens

· Class of 1978 · Fargo

Mr Ward: Both my wife ("weird Annie" Hall, '78) and I wish we could make it to the festivities this weekend....but unfortunetly the drive from Fargo is a little far for a weekend trip. Our best wishes to you! Hail Elom!

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · here & there

Hope to see as many of you as possible at the Weird Ward 70th Birthday Breakfast Bash - those of you that still have your FHC t-shirts, please wear them! Note this: Weird Webmonster B.o.B. and his Twisted Sisters will be in attendance - and it is also a celebration Elom's birthday... 8:30 a.m. Sat. Oct. 21st Panera Bread 71st & Garnett (in their meeting room)

"Rapid Robert" Smith

· Class of '65 · Westmoreland, TN

Just wanted to sign in once again to honor a great teacher and an honorable gentleman... Mr. Pat Ward. Though his fame was birthed from his love for chemistry, I had the pleasure of studying both chemistry and physics with him. God bless you, Mr. Ward.

Herr Schulte

· Class of 1971-99 · Sperry, OK

Great website. I love looking at reminders of the old days, when I was skinny. But let us not forget our grammar--We are all better off for his (not him) having been born. Gerunds, and all that. Herzlichen Glueckwunsch zum Geburtstag, Pat!

Ginger Moore Phillips

· Class of 1974 · Lincoln, AR

Wishing you a very Happy Birthday! I enjoy checking in on the site! I loved the NEA article! I hope my grandchildren's teachers see it!

Jennifer Linden (aka Spinning Jeni)

· Class of 1988 · Tulsa, Ok

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ol' buddy!! I know all this talk about how wonderful we think you are makes you uncomfortable but it's true. You make each and every one of us feel special and that makes for great students. High school is such a strange time where you feel like you don't fit in and you made "goofy" very cool. Great article in NEA Today and thanks to BOB and the Twisted Sisters for this website. Dana, you are so special.

Trudy (Cline) Chaney

· Class of 1979 · Tulsa, OK

I was never a student of Mr. Ward but have heard some tales. Happy Birthday and Congrats on the recognition...

Karen McBay

· Class of 1979 · Math Classroom

Weird, wonderful Ward! What an inspiration you always were and still are. I always loved to get to your class and read what the new saying was on the chalkboard. Now I put one up there in my own classroom here at EC. Hope all is going well for you!

sally bach

· Class of did not attend · Illinois

I recieved the October issue of NEAtoday and read the article regarding the website. What interests me is that a former student was diagnosised with Lyme disaese and ALS. This is unusal. I have a friend who has also been diagnosed with both diseases. Could there be a connection between Lyme disease and ALS?? Please contact me and tell me what you know!!!! How is this former student doing? What treatments is he recieving??

B.o.B. and the Twisted Sisters

· Class of '78, '75, '71

HEY FOLKS! We're having a WeirdWard Breakfast Birthday Bash (for Mr. Ward's 70th) on Saturday, Oct. 21, 8:30 a.m. in the meeting room at Panera Bread 71st & Garnett. See the Reunion page here on WeirdWard.net for more information. Hope to see you there!

Lori "Dicey" Gambill McKinney

· Class of 1979 · Huntsville, AL

Hello Mr. Ward and all you heathens. What a fantastic trip in the way back machine this site is. Along with everyone else, I send our best wishes and great memories along to Weird. Sorry we can't make it to town to visit for your birthday but you will definitely be in our thoughts. All our best wishes to one of the best teachers ever! P.S. Dana, have you been by to see Uncle Fester lately?

Terry Beach

· Class of 1979 · Tulsa

Hey Ward! What a well-deserved tribute to a fabulous teacher. I am now an English teacher at East Central...well, actually for the past 20 years. I hope I can have half the influence you did.

Denise Wagner

· Bethany, Missouri

I am a chemistry teacher and an NEA member. I saw the article in the magazine and had to visit your website. Mr. Ward should be so proud of his former students. To be honored and held in such high esteem by your students is the ultimate compliment that a teacher could hope for. It certainly looks like he made learning an enjoyable experience and one that many will remember for years to come. KUDOS to you Mr. Ward !!! Long live the mole!

Robyn Sanzalone

· Class of 1973 · Tulsa

Hello Mr. Ward! I sat next to Jimbo Elrod in Chemistry. I memorized the periodic table of elements but never did "get" that "mole" stuff. I have great memories and a fairly good foundation in chemistry (even if I did become one of those 'artistic' types). Best wishes.

Lloyd Wallisch

· Class of 1970 · Bunker Under the Rose Bowl

Hope I'm not repeating myself (my wife says I do it all the time.) Mr. Ward walked out of the storeroom. Another student and I pretended to disagree over the nature of a liquid in a test-tube I held. I said, "And I say it's not toxic," took a sip, then started coughing and convulsing. (It was, of course, water.) Mr. Ward rushed to my aid. "Gads! Wallisch, what have you done?" The resulting convulsions were pure laughter. At the time, we thought we were incredibly original and witty. In retrospect, just kiddie mundane and cruel. But, as one would expect, Mr. Ward laughed along with us. A few decades later, I realize the joke was on us.

Rapid Robert Smith

· Class of '65 · Right Here

I just saw the pictures posted from the 1965 yearbook. What a bunch of memories rushed into my head. I have the answers to some of the questions posted concerning the picture with the 10 guys in their letter jackets. First their names. Front row, let to right: Larry Hughes, Jerry Cedrone, Pat Pollock, Dale Pharris, Wayne Johnson, Craig Bills. Back row, left to right: Tom Carter, Robert Smith (me!), Al Marshall, Jimmy Smittle. A little side note - Dale Pharris was my best man when I married my high school sweetheart, Nina Putnam, in 1967. She is still my Sweetheart. The picture was taken in the den of (Clayton) Eddie Dyer, the head football coach. I remember the cups on the fireplace had names on them. They were momentos of Coach Dyer's.

Earl "The Pearl" Logan

· Class of 1977 · Richardson, TX

Hello Ol'Buddy! I can't tell you how many times I have quoted "Me Eat Peanut Butter" to myself and others. Being a Petroleum Engineer, it came in mighty handy at times! And STILL does! You're the best!

Becky Knighten Renshaw

· Class of 1975 · Carrollton Texas

I can't believe I wasn't in Mr Ward's classes. I feel just awful!! Am I the only student at ECHS that wasn't in any of his classes? I spent way too many hours practicing my clarinet! Maybe that's why I'm in my 20th year of my career and still not even making $50K annually???? :) My-- how different things could be, if only I'd planned ahead! Ye Gads!!! At least I'm teaching! That says something, doesn't it??? doesn't it??? Keep in touch all of you, It's so good to see your names again....brings back so many great memories!!

Clifford Cravello

· Class of 1982 · Tulsa (Again!)

Whooooooaaaaa! (fingers wiggling) This man was the greatest thing (man or beast) ever at ECHS. I train people on Energy trading software and still use MeEatPeanutButter in my classes. Also recall, LEO-roars-GER, Avagadro's Number, and vividly remember the day he killed a fly that had landed on the far side of his desk by swatting it with a curved and branded pointer ("I got that sucker!!) Oh, the memories... Will widen the word of Weird Ward's Web wight away.

Lloyd L. Wallisch II

· Class of 1970 · Tulsa

The memorial service for my father was on 24 March. Mr. Ward had a previous commitment, but he rushed across town and ... standing up to deliver the eulogy for my father, there, in the last row, was the wonderful face of Mr. Ward. Made my heart soar.

Teri "BatEyes" Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 · Disco Dungeon

Hello fellow Heathens! Just sitting here listening to disco off my Time/Life Ultimate 70's CD set! It's a hoot to sit here listening to disco while surfing Weird Ward's site. Oh the memories (with music). I love it! Greeting Ward! I know you'll find this hard to believe, but I've been telling everyone I know about your site. I'm still looking through stuff to email to ya for your scrapbook. Shout back out to Murph, Mickey, LeMoan and Retardo. I would like to say for the record that the only reason Tracy Kramer (Poster Child) even passed chemistry was because I was his lab partner. He nearly made me fail! It's hard taking tests for 2 people without getting caught. I think Janna Stinnett helped some too.

The Brainless Wonder

· Class of 1971 · MSU

Howdy howdy Mr. Ward: Just wanted to post you a note and let you know I was thinking about you. I am preparing a lecture this morning for my class (Bacterial Physiology) and have every intention of popping them with at least one of the gems you taught me. All is well here, and I hope the same for you. Have a great day, Frank www.msstate.edu/dept/biosciences/cha.html Franklin R. Champlin Professor of Microbiology, Joint Professor of Veterinary Medical Research, and Biosafety Officer Mississippi State University P.O. Box GY Mississippi State, MS 39762 Phone: 662-325-7595 Fax: 662-325-7939

Troublemaker (Whippersnapper)

· Class of 1971 · West of the Ether

Many thanks to the recent posts by our elders that feature anecdotes about our ole buddy's early days in the classroom. Just to chime in with many of the rest of the posters, I too went on to use what I learned in Mr. Ward's chemistry class in my own teaching career and while I did teach chemistry a few times during that period, what I found to be the most valuable lessons from HS chemistry were those lessons in humanity that Mr. Ward modeled daily. Thank you Mr. Ward.

Brad Reid

· Class of 1965

Sent via e-mail Dear Mr. Ward: Thank you for you instruction in biology, chemistry, and physics. Also for your quote of the day and sense of humor. You certainly had a winning combination in the classroom that I remember with respect and appreciation. Brad Reid; Class of 1965.

Rapid Robert Smith

· Class of '65 · The Outer Ether of Houston, Texas

Well, Mr. Ward has finally made the big time of the internet universe. It's good to see that all these youngsters from the 70's and 80's were able to enjoy the bountiful humor and incomparable teaching skills of ECHS's best ever teacher. I thought for sure that THE CLASS of '65 would be the end of ELOM! Ye students of the Windowless School missed out on all the real fun of the young and nimble Mr. Ward. Note This People: Weird Ward is THE best!

Barry Parks

· Class of 1965 · Tulsa

Mr Ward was my favorite teacher at East Central which is saying something as I was always more interesrted in cutting up and being onery than studying. I wasn't much of a Chemist but was surely among the top heathens in his classes. He was probably the first adult to get called a old turkey in class 1963/64 I got to go to the office for that one :) I have kept in touch with him over the years and have found we have several interests in common. I think this site is a neat idea and will try and attend the next get together.

The LeMoines

· Class of '71 - '75 -'78 · In the FHC Cavern

Note this people!! We are having trouble with our web developer, so we've been unable to update the site. Fear not, as a new Dreamweaver 8 program is on the way. It is a much better program that will expand our capabilities immensely. Hopefully we won't get snowballed in the interim!

Kerri (Engel) Dugan, aka Little Dingle, aka LD, now that I'm married LD stands for Little Dugan

· Class of 1988 · Nashville, TN

I love this site!!! So glad to see the Dumaray's have been updated, I knew I had one of those. :) I'd like to say that I talked to Mr. Ward about the site recently, and he wants to make it known that this isn't some ego-driven vanity project that he's put together. I assured him that NO ONE was going to think that, and that we all loved him and his class and that it's a fun place for us all to share memories. Like, Old Number Nine, for example. Also, I saw on the classmates.com site that there was some talk of a 70th birthday party for WW, for Oct 2006. Please keep us posted, I would LOVE for us all to do something like that for him. :) I can see us all taking a "quiz", administered by Ward, on chemistry and chem class memories.

Jodie "Miss Toadie" (Larsen) Nida

· Class of 1975 · Tulsa, OK

Everyone who attended East Central knew (and loved) Weird Ward, even those who were Chemistry-challenged. The lucky few who peered at him as he bestowed knowledge of things far beyond the scope of his class will never forget him. As the Captain Mole sketch shows, he's a real, live superhero--able to leap Periodic Tables in a single bound! Take care, ol buddy!

Teri Emerson

· Class of 1998 · Dallas, TX

As an ECHS grad, I am pleased to know that such a well liked, highly admired teacher graced those windowless halls. If only all teachers could have been just as wonderful. Unfortunately, I was never privileged enough to have been in ole Weird Ward's presence, but my dad and uncles have told me all about you! You should feel very honored in knowing that you really made an impact in so many lives. Based on this website alone, you obviously still hold a special place in many people's hearts. Oh how gratifying it must be to know that you did your job and did it well. Out of admiration, I hope that your life is as fulfilled as you have ever hoped. 1998 ECHS Grad-Teri Emerson

Dana LeMoine

· Class of 1978 · Mr. Swiss

Lloyd, I have the eldest of us LeMoine siblings, Jan, to thank for finding the Weird Duck graphic. She even presented the Weird One and myself with one each of the real McCoys! Mine holds a place of distinction on my desk. It's somewhat mesmerizing. By the way, Ward quotes will be posted tomorrow!

Lloyd L. Wallisch II

· Class of 1970 · Hangin' with Little Willie's Ghost

It wasn't until I discovered this site that I realized why I've always loved those perpetually-drinking birds (ELOM lingers deep in the subconscious!). Is inclusion on site due to great Dana LeM, or is it Collective Unconscious, or the Great Bird of the Galaxy? At any rate, glad to know why it haunts my dreams (benignly, of course).

Kent S. Shelby "Smelby"

· Class of 1976 · Columbia, MO

Oh Great and Wise One, I worship on the alter of Elom every weekday whilst weighing out various nasty chemicals to feed my captives(bugs). Lately though I have trended to heresy in praising the goddess Selene, the namesake of selenium. By Jove's Jowls! I also get daily use of the chants "perv nerts" and "Boyle's Law". Because of Weird Ward I have gone over to the Dark Syde.

Murph Shelby

· Class of 1978 · Denver

Good to see a lot of '78 disco era grads on the site still alive and kicking, including my OSU roomate Mickey Moose and neighbor Rasslin Retardo. Special hellos to McFeely and BatEyes. We need to locate Edith the Dingbat. My big sister Smelby #1 ('74) told me about the site this morning. I will pass it on to my big brother Smelby #2('76)as well. Best Regards to all, particularly to the Master himself! Murph ("Smelby #3 ECHS '78) Shelby.

Mike "Mickey" Moose

· Class of 1978 · Kansas City

Hey there Mr. Ward! So good to hear that one of the all-time great teachers is still doing well! I regret to inform you that I've put very little of what I learned from your class to use in my career field (I'm in my 25th year as an Air Traffic Controller), but rest assured that the "weirdness" has been forever imbedded in my memory and enjoyed again as I read these comments from others. My best to you and all my FHC brothers and sisters!

Russell Rischard (Rasslin' Retardo)

· Class of 1978 · Whitehouse, TX

Mr. Ward was the best teacher I ever encountered. My daughter is in H.S. Chemistry and I am teaching her "ate-ic/ite-us" and VA/NA+VB/NB" and MeEat Peanut Butter (MethaneEthanePropaneButane) and the other mnemonics that Mr. Ward taught. I must have learned something, I am currently a partner in a Chemical Engineering firm.

Lloyd L. Wallisch II

· Class of 1970! · Shake A Go Go

This AM, my wife and I had rare honour and high distinction of dining at breakfast with #1 LeMoine and Special Guest, plus the Webmaster of Tulsa's SuperCoolest Webpage, plus DRUM ROLL HERE, FANFARE OF TRUMPETS, and a Great Big GADS!, as great a teacher and human being as one might ever meet, His Weirdness Himself, Mr. Ward! All of you fellow Space Cadets and Junior BirdMen out there, check in please. Mr. Ward has aged like one of those fine wines they sell at auction for a million dollars a bottle. Even funnier and wiser and kinder than one recalls. We'll keep the Bunsen burning!

Randy Kivlighn

· Class of 1978 · Iraq

Good to hear Weird Ward is still around.

Debbie (McNeely/McFeelie) Langley

· Class of 1978 · Tulsa

How the world are ya? I was so excited to find this web page - in honor of the great Weird Ward. Please write me if you get a chance and let me know what is going on in your world these days. I have recently become a partner in a medical research company - maybe I can find the right study for retired chemistry instructors!! HA! Please write - I'll so enjoy hearing from you. Debbie...I mean "McFeelie"! :)

April Sook Greer (Poster Child 85-86)

· Class of 1988 · Owasso

I am thrilled that nearly 20 years later I still get to talk and spend time with a truly amazing teacher and friend. What an honor to be chosen as FHC poster child, and it was only fitting that my first child was born on Oct. 23, Elom's birthday. In response to Richard Kern (1971), I remember the "seemingly inexhaustible supply of daily Bartlett's (Ward's) Quotations on the blackboard". I wrote many of them on the cover of my Chemistry spiral. I can hardly wait to share my collection of Ward memorabilia. Hail Elom!

Dana LeMoine aka "LeMoan"

· Class of 1978 · B-A

On Wed February 22 2006 - 14:58:00 Teri Marrs-Nichols wrote, "I noticed that you have an inordinate amount of "dumarays" attributed to me. Funny, I can't recall being THAT dingy." Teri, I was surprised he didn't have a whole page for you!

Lloyd L. Wallisch II

· Class of 1970 · Undisclosed Location in Tulsa

A Porsche memory. During the year I really discovered chemistry (1967-8), the first bomb threat in TPS history was phoned in to ECHS. (Turned out to be a student fearing a test, who made the call from those pay phones near the Admin. Offices and then bragged about it.) All were evacuated, then it started to rain, and we were directed into auditorium. Upon which, a fire marshal stopped us ("There may be a bomb in there!") and sent everyone back outside. Everyone was looking for a car. Mr. Ward saw me and said "Gads Wallisch get in the car." It was the first time I'd ever been in a Porsche, and it was the Great Ward's long-nosed Porsche (the envy of every auto-oriented ECHSer). Wish I could recall what we talked about. Mr. Ward has the essence of all great teachers: they inspire you, no matter what you want to learn, to have the passion to always want to learn, and to always be open to learning everything.

Teri Marrs-Nichols

· Class of 1978 · Coweta, OK

Hey Weird Ward! I love your web site! I noticed that you have an inordinate amount of "dumarays" attributed to me. Funny, I can't recall being THAT dingy. Just one more question...what does ate=ic ite=is mean? Love you LOTS! Teri Marrs-Nichols aka "BatEyes"

BARBARA SCHULTZ JOHNSON

· Class of 1970 · OWASSO

AS MY SISTER JUST STATED IN HER COMMENT - WHO COULD FORGET "GO AHEAD ON" & "BUNSEN BURNERS ARE OUR FRIENDS". MR WARD HAS BEEN SUCH A BLESSING TO A LOT OF US. HE LIVES FOR REUNIONS SO IF YOU ARE HAVING ONE BE SURE TO INVITE HIM!HE IS VERY INTERESTED IN FLEA MARKET FINDS TOO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GUIDANCE MR WARD.

Linda Schultz Earl

· Class of 1967 · Hulbert aka "Speed Trap" ,OK

I'll never forget getting a strip of something (magnesium,maybe?)too close to the bunsen burner--It made such a nice glow! Mr. Ward just looked at me and said "Schultzie, what do you think you're doing?"--I didn't have a clue.This wonderful man survived 3 of us "Schultzies" and I think of him every time I say "Go ahead on".I've been a teacher for 30 years and I can fully appreciate what he went through.Thank you for your sense of humor,Mr. Ward!!!!

Charles Stevens

· Class of 1978 · 102nd E. Ave. (I wish)

I was disappointed to see that I never said something worthy of getting me on the Dumaray list. This is an awfully heavy burden to carry!

Jan LeMoine

· Class of 1971 · Mingo Creek

Re Michelle Hiseley's (Class of '71) reference to the "Flying Fickle Finger of Fate" that Mr. Ward wheeled in on a utility cart- I asked WW about this and he thinks that may have been what he called "The Golden Baloney Award"...

Mike Cahalen

· Class of 1970 · Tulsa

Mr. Ward was and is great, who else could have put up with three Cahalens and survived.

Bryan Davis

· Class of '74 · Broken Arrow, OK

Mr. Ward, The first day of class while calling role, you called us by last name. You called out "Davis" and then said "hmm, that name sounds familiar!" I had an older brother, Brad that was in your chemistry class a couple of years before I was. Best wishes ol' Buddy!

Lucinda "Grace" Maynard Crain

· Class of 1974 · Paragould, AR

Thanks to all involved in the great website. I still quote the "Little Willie" poem to any that will listen: Little Willie was a chemist. Little Willie is no more. What he thought was H2O was H2SO4. This needs to be in the website somewhere.

Bob Marks

· Class of 1975 · Kansas City

What Ho! Every now and then I still catch myself exclaiming this...and using "Greetings!" in email messages. "Groucho" checking in here. Just the other day I used the analogy of the periodic table on one of my contract staff--If you don't learn that critical piece of chemistry, you will fail the whole course! Hope you and all from ECHS are well.

Richard "Stuntman" Peterson

· Class of 1977 · atlanta

Hail Elom Good Buddy !! Pennie from Heaven. What a great and fun teacher

Monica Huval

· Class of 1975 · Tulsa

Hey all you friends out there. I missed the reunion, but would love to hear what everyone is up to, or not up to! Been a crazy 30 years, huh?

Angie Wilson aka "Agnes"

· Class of 1973 · Tulsa (soon to Dallas)

Gads! What a great idea.. thanks to the LeMoine gang for getting this afloat! There are many people, such as I, that have a special place in their hearts for Mr. Ward. I get together with Weird Ward every so often for lunch and share old (and new) stories. This is a great way to stay in touch! Thanks again..

Pat Bradshaw [Mom of Gary and Gregg]

· Tulsa

Mr. Ward was such a beloved teacher! I can remember Dean and I going to the ECHS basketball games and when Mr. Ward walked in he got a bigger ovation than the basketball team. A chant always went up, "Weird Ward!", "Weird Ward!" Don't want to burst anyone's bubble, but they don't make them like him anymore!

Troublemaker

· Class of 1971 · State of Bliss or Confusion (very similar)

To respond to the question of what the various bits of collected contributions are posted on, I would have to go with a "fume hood."

Richard Kern

· Class of 1971 · Fond du Lac

Wie in die welt, sind sie? The year? 1969. The mission? Making the greeting multi-lingual. (How in the world are you?) Anybody else remember the seemingly inexhaustible supply of daily Bartlett's (Ward's) Quotations on the blackboard? Go Cardinals - beat SiO2 Springs.

Dana LeMoine

· Class of 1978 · B-A

Okay folks, you may now post your thoughts and stories without being cut off. This is a much better Guestbook. Thanks goes out to Mike "Rancid" Ransom for his recommendation to go with this Guestbook. It will be ad free in a week or so.

David Ianieri

· Class of 1976 · back in Tulsa

After moving back to Tulsa,after 30 years of not being in contact,I had the pleasure of having lunch with Robin(crazy) and WW.It was a great reunion.WW made it possible for me to continue my education and graduate from Veterinary School..Thank ol Buddy!Se

Jerry MacLean

· Class of 1971 · Kansas City

Mr Ward You maybe interested in knowing that Im retiring this year after teaching 30 years in Missouri. You will having trouble remembering me, because I was one of those who was snow balled. I ended up teaching physical science and biology. I was tracke

Richard Demaray

· Class of 1975 · Tulsa

Dumbaray is checking in. Mr Wards class was my favorite at ECHS. Mr Ward, could you post the Dumbaray Question list?

Weird Duck (aka the Brainless Wonder) Champlin

· Class of circa 1971 · MIssissippi State University

Howdy Howdy Mr. Ward, Franko

Michelle Hiseley

· Class of 1971 · Moscow ID

Whats an FHC t-shirt? I remember the Flying Fickle Finger of Fate. Didnt Mr. Ward wheel it in the classroom on a kitchen utility cart?

John Stevens

· Class of 1975 · Baltimore

You were great, Mr. Ward! I teach the periodic table now to students and I know that I dont do it nearly as well as you!

Dana Bottom of the Barrel LeMoine

· Class of 1978 · In The Round

Judy, Ward loves attending reunions. Well make sure he knows about yours.

Judy (Moren) Moore

· Class of 1966 · Joplin, Missouri

Were having our 40th reunion this summer. I hope we can get Mr. Ward to join us June 24th.

Daniel Ford

· Class of 1984 · Tulsa

Youre why I always say you could get a great education at EC if you wanted it.

Daniel Ford

· Class of 1984 · Broken arrow

Mr. Ward, you were such a great teacher. Oh sadness wish I had been a better student for you. We all had a lot of fun at school and you were a part of why it was such a great place. Youre one of the reasons Ive always said you could get a great education

Tom Sewell

· Class of 1979 · Tulsa

I was not in his class but I remember how crazy he was. He was always so funny.

Chris Hendricks

· Class of 1971 · Tulsa

Two things I remember about chemistry class. Ward breaking up the mob outside in the hall that had gathered to see me kiss Vicki Hutchens (I had charged a everyone quarter a piece) & him confiscating my thermite project before I had a chance to ignite it

Charles Stevens

· Class of 1978 · Fargo

My wife (Anne Hall) and I both have great memories of Ward. I still have my FHC shirt. My 8 year old now uses it as pajamas.

Shelly Webster

· Class of 1984 · Tulsa

Hi, my name was Ketcher back then, and I will never forget chemistry the way Mr Ward taught it. To this day my son is taking Chem and I still recite it and help him study the Weird Ward way! He loves it and the stories I have told, and we study with our h

Robin LeMoine Reece Crazy Swrl

· Class of 1975 · Coweta

Does anyone remember the Dumbarry List? It will be posted soon. You may even be one of the quoted. Who still has their FHC T Shirt?

Robin Lemoine Reece aka Crazy & Sqwrl

· Class of 1975 · Coweta,OK

Greetings! I am one of the LeMoine Clan. My last name is Reece now, but thats only temporary. LOL. We just had our 30th class reunion and that reunited us with our old friend Weird Ward. He is still an amazing man and is indulging us by letting us get thi

Mike Ransom

· Class of 1971 · Tulsa

Here, here, ol buddy! I unearthed a couple of artifacts from my 4th hour Chemistry class with Mr. Ward in 1969, and scanned them. No doubt you will soon see them here. Its time for a refresher course!

Dana LeMoine

· Wards Chemistry Class

Hail Elom!