Lincoln R. Wiese, Wilmington, NC --- What a year!! I went on the "Honor Flight" out of Wilmington, NC in April, 2011 which was one of the best days of my life. There were about 50 WWII veterans and we left on a chartered flight out of Wilmington to Reagan International Airport in Washington, DC. We were transported on three buses and spent the day viewing the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial, and the Korean Memorial. We arrived home about 7:30 pm and were greeted at the airport in Wilmington by bands, singers, the Wounded Warrior motorcyclists and at least 200 people waving the American Flag. What a Day!!  In June, my family gave me a surprise party for my 90th birthday and friends from all over came to surprise me. It was another great day to remember. Enclosed is a picture of "Yours Truly" at my 90th Birthday Party. 

Wayne O. Abshier, Grand Island, NB --- Upon retirement, I started learning to golf. Now, twenty five years later, I continue to golf and to bowl. My wife and I are active members of Third City Christian Church. We enjoy being with our children and their spouses, as well as seeing five grand-children and six great-grand-children. I enjoy reading about exploration, as well as learning of memorials for deceased employees.

William R. Gravatt, Drakesville, IA --- Retired in 1983. Purchased 47 acres and built a really nice house. Still live there. My wife passed away in April 2008. I have no plans of ever moving unless it's absolutely necessary. Keep busy by keeping up the place, have lots of mowing and keeping up the fences etc. Play golf at least twice a week if weather is ok. Have 30 great buddies to play with. We play pool at my house if weather not good to play golf.  I go to church most every Sunday and enjoy being on the Leadership Team. Also have a wonderful girl friend. We spend lots of time together and go to Florida three of four months in winter. Retired from Getty as District Manager in the Skelgas division. My health is good and I am enjoying life.

Jack L. Nelson, Birdseye, IN --- We started with SOTEX in Corpus Christi in 1957 after 6 years we moved to  Midland, TX and thence to Denver in 1971 retiring in 1983 to home farm in southern Indiana. Now in our late 80's we let others do most of the harvesting of timber, corn and soy beans. My 26 years with Chevron in exploration are replete with happy memories about the beautiful people we met and worked with. However, 28 years of retirement in gorgeous southern Indiana isn't half bad either. I realize the pictures do not have national appeal but you are welcome to use them as you wish. See Pictures

Harold B. Lawley, Manchester, TN --- I worked for Kewanee Oil Company in the Panhandle of Texas Division and retired after 25 years of service. Served in all 3 districts, Pampa, Badger, and Morse as petroleum engineer and superintendant in the Morse District. I will be 85 on November 30, 2011. Would appreciate hearing from anyone that has worked in these 3 districts and for Tulsa office.

Amanda E. Popovich, Aurora, MN --- I am a 90 year old widow of Chevron and Gulf Retiree Joseph Popovich. I am having some health problems lately so am not too active, but although Joseph passed away 5 years ago, I like to keep up with Chevron activities of which he was proud, so keep up all  the great work - moving forward.

Winfred L. Green, Palestine, TX --- Retired from Getty Oil in 1984. Enjoying retirement. Playing golf and bowling as often as I can.

Vernon E. Hobusch, Bloomfield Hills, MI --- Retired in 1992 - great marriage - 56 years.  Good health. Busy keeping up the house and 3 grandsons, 18 -17- 16, about to start college. Follow Chevron in Wall Street Journal.  Love this country.

Leona T. Smith, Salinas, CA --- Widow of consultant Tom E. Smith, PHD. Country living half way between Monterey and Salinas keeps me Healthy! Seven grand children spread from Denmark to Providence, RI. Stay in touch by phone and USPS "snail-mail" and Motivate some travel. My home is within earshot of Laguna SECA Mazda Raceway.

Bobby D. Ott, Veneta, OR --- Just to introduce you to "us" , search the Jan-Feb Encore of 1994 and you will find "our" stories of 275 years with Chevron. We'll soon be 81 and 80 and still active at home in God's Country! A little slower but no less happier. Call us - we'll talk. No computer.

Robert B. Livesay, Corvallis, OR --- Louise and I have lived in  Corvallis, OR for about 12 years. We moved here to be near our son David and family. It was a good move for us. In January 2011 we moved to an assisted living residence. This was necessary due to my spinal stenosis limiting my activity and Louise's second stroke imposing limitations on her. Another good move. We enjoy living in Corvallis and being near family. It is however, a long way from the oil patch and my former Texaco cohorts. I retired from the Los Angeles Division of Texaco Producing Department in September 1987. I was Manager of Operations at the time of my retirement.

Leonard Eisert, Bella Vista, AR --- I am 84, but try to keep busy. Tours at our Veterans Wall of Honor, Fundraising for CASA, Doing a 70th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Remembrance, God Bless America program on 6 December 2011 at Riordan Hall Bella Vista. Also did a 9-11 Event at our Veterans Wall of Honor (10th Anniversary). No big deals - but just appreciate our beautiful USA! See Pictures of the activities.

Wesley V. Taylor, Hilton Head Island, SC --- Completing 15th year as newsletter Editor for Hilton Head Island Computer Club. Active as volunteer at HHICE Member Resource Center.

Robert C. Greenwald, Savannah, GA --- Retired from Caltex in 1980 after 33.5 years. Served in Philippines for 11 years. Married 64 years, 4 sons, resident of The Landings on Skidaway Island, Ga. for  20 years. Serve as volunteer Chaplain at Chatham County Detention Center 15 years. Member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church. Hobbies, photography, wood working, stamps, recycling Paper Paper Paper.

Donald G. Kerr, Bluffton, SC --- Happily retired at Sun City, Hilton Head, SC. Anita, my wife is not too well. We have traveled extensively in the past few years.

Ray H. Owen, Enterprise, MS --- At our age we don't do much. We go to music two or three times a month. It's getting cold now so don't get out much.

Roger A. Donley, Vandalia, Il --- I retired from Unocal Pipeline Co. in 2002 after 28 years. Travel is a part of retirement I have come to enjoy. My wife Dorothy and I just returned from a two week tour of Britain. Had a great time. Traveling to visit grandchildren is also a great time.

Ross E. Jackson, --- I am still working for my favorite club The Crossville Ruritan. They support local charities and have a nice building for community use. The only pay I receive is a big "Thank You" but I enjoy giving of my time to the community. My health is fair for eighty one years.

Lucian Abernathy, Knoxville, TN --- I am a James Smithsonian

Society and Smithsonian Legacy Society member. See below.