Mystery Classmate 109

Congratulations to Leslie Rush Cuda, Rich Reschoff, Donna Andreas Copley, Beth Chufo Nichols, Colleen O’Connor Casey, Nancy Ondick Hahn, Andy Moss, Marc Schanfarber, Tracy Schneider Rogers, Drew Horvath, Joe Caprara, Christine Trinchero Haddad, Kelly Sauer Mazon, Staci Blagovich, Linda Wolff, Lori Haas Baccari, Cheryl Mehalic, Amy Gongaware Senkow, Greg Markantone, Lisa Smith, Amy Baer Davie, Duke Johncour, Pam Van Cara Collis, Lynn Abt LeBlanc, Kelly O’Connor, and Ellen Broadberry Gallagher, all of whom correctly identified Stephanie Papazis (’84) as Mystery Classmate #109 (far right) and are listed in the order that their responses were received.

In case you were wondering, Stephanie Papazis Neuschander writes, “After graduating from Penn State University, I substituted at various school districts for two years. Then I taught sixth grade at Woodland Hills for eleven years. Now I am at home with my children, Paulina (7) and Nicholas (16 months). I volunteer at my daughter's school in the Franklin Regional School District and enjoy teaching the children in their centers and aiding in the library.

"The photo was from when I co-chaired the first annual Forbes Hospital Harmony Ball. It was a great success with over 650 guests. I continue to participate in the Forbes Health Foundation, this being the third year. The fundraising goes towards the renovation of the emergency room. Please consider supporting this terrific event.”I enjoy cooking, golfing, and exercising. My husband, David, and I have also developed our interests in fine food, wine, and travel. It's a good thing I have a fast metabolism!”

Stephanie added that last weekend’s Class of ’84 reunion was great fun and she hopes to see more classmates at our 25th – or 26th!

Several classmates had nice things to say about Stephanie. Karen Campbell Ricci wrote, “She is still as beautiful as ever and has two beautiful children to match. I am so happy; I finally can acknowledge someone of Greek descent!”

Rich Reschoff and Ellen Broadberry Gallagher agreed that Stephanie looks great and even prettier than before. Duke Johncour remembered that Stephanie was a friend of his sister Heather.

Later, Rick Mallik wrote, “My initial instinct was that the dark-haired girl on the end looked a lot like Stephanie Papazis. I went to school with Stephanie from grade school to high school. Also, my mother did day care in Pittsburgh and actually watched Stephanie's baby Paulina for a short period of time a several years ago. As is recommended on tests, always go with your initial gut answer!”

Karen LaFace added, “Stephanie looks awesome!”

Several classmates noted that they had no trouble recognizing Stephanie from her picture after seeing her last weekend at the class reunion. Of these, only Stephanie’s cousin Greg Markantone called her “Strooper.”

Bill Stout guessed Zoe Kun. Donna Andreas Copley considered Julie Contich before guessing correctly.

Paula Recchio Joseph had no clue. Jim Kwiecinski wrote, “Looks like Natalie, a gal I worked with at Southern Wines and Spirits.” John Plack had no idea but guessed that the blonde to Stephanie’s right was Nancy Ondick.

Later, regarding John Plack’s comment that the blonde next to Stephanie looked like Nancy Ondick, Nancy replied, “Thank you, John, for making my day after I returned home from the hospital. All I can say is, ‘If only!!’ My husband said he saw a slight resemblance too.” Nancy was at the hospital for the birth of her daughter, and added, “Morgan Louise Hahn was born on Thursday, June 2, 2005 at 12:27 AM. She weighed in at 4 lbs. 10 oz. and was 18 inches long. She is our little Thumbelina. We're all home and doing well!”