2020.11.05 THROW BACK THURSDAY - NEW NAME FOR BROADWAY BRIDGE plus Class News

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Broadway Bridge that connects Little Rock and North Little Rock 

is now officially the Veterans Memorial Bridge. Drivers will see new signs on each end of the 

bridge, which honor Arkansas veterans for their service and dedication.

The bridge was dedicated to veterans back in 2017, but the new signs now communicate a 

message from the state, all Arkansas veterans are honored, supported and their sacrifices will 

never be forgotten.

For one Army veteran who lives in North Little Rock, it’s more than a sign at the end of a bridge.

Robert Fureigh served in Vietnam. He said his generation didn’t have much support. 

“Actually, it was more like rejection,” said Fureigh. “So, it’s quite pleasing to see rejection, over 

time, turn into acceptance and honor.” 

What connects two cities is now a painful, but important reminder of loved ones who paid the 

ultimate price. 

It’s also a reverent nod to the past and a sign of respect for those who still wear the uniform. 
“It really just touches my heart,” said Lt. Col. William Phillips. “My family has suffered on tours 

that I’ve been on. Hearing it being acknowledged out in the public really does touch your heart, 

move you, and keep you motivated.” 

The original Broadway Bridge was built in 1922 and was dedicated to veterans of World War I. 

While it’s seen its fair share of changes, for nearly a century now, what remains is a solid tribute 

to all of those who’ve answered the call.

The Arkansas Veterans Coalition of Little Rock, North Little Rock and ARDot worked together 

to rename the bridge.

Here's a picture of the old bridge and part of the new bridge during construction

Class News

Let's get caught up on everyone who is saying "I'll see you at the Reunion next year":

LRCHS CLASS OF 1956 - 65th REUNIONDATE: Friday, September 24, 2021 (Last weekend in September)
Saturday, September 25, 2021WHERE: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Little Rock, AR

CIL AUTRY (California)MARY LYNN BOGART ("Bogie" from Mississippi)MARY BOWDEN (and Taylor Prewitt from Ft. Smith)DEE DEE BOWERS (and Jimmy Wilson from Shreveport)JOHN LEN BURNETT (and Marianne)JACK CARMICHAEL (and Xuan Hai, Washington State)BETTY CHANDLER (Conway, AR)ANNETTE COLE (and Terry Watson) - ANNETTE: THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HELP WITH THIS REUNION!DELRENA CONNER (and Jim Sides from Houston, TX)LEROY DANNERJACK DELL (and Lynette from Vidalia, GA)LYNDA DIXON (and Larry Massey from Houston, TX)SYLVIA ELLIS (and daughter, Laurrie, from CA)MARY FLEMING (Tulsa, OK)GARY FREDERICK (TX)HAL GENTRY (and Lynda, Tennessee)PAT GLASSCAROL GRIFFENHAGEN (NY City)PETER HARTSTEIN (and Carolyn)BILL HEDGES (Texas)KENNETH HERMAN (and Pat, Texas)JO LYNN HILL (and John VanWert from Vienna, VA)DAVE HUDIBURGH (Garfield, AR - Dave, I'm depending on you to show up!!!)
KAY KERBY (and Bob Smith '54)LYDIA LINCOLN (Tennessee)JIMMY MARTIN (and Pat, Kansas)SANDRA McEWEN BEN McMINNLOUISE MILLERSYD ORTON (and Linda)JOAN PARKER (Chicago!)MARCELLA ROWLAND BOB RUSSELL (and Beverly)HAMMOND SATTERFIELD (and Gwynne) CARL SMITH (from Vestal, NY)RONNIE SMITH (and Diane - all the way from Maumelle, AR!)BOBBY STEWART (and Bea from Salado, TX - I'LL BELIEVE THIS ONE WHEN I SEE IT!!!!)JUDY STOUT (and Michael McCarthy from Shreveport. Says she wants to be the first one to register!!! You go, girl! ) Judy: We'll depend on you to get Kathryn Mehaffey here!CAROL LEE TUCKER (from Chevy Chase, MD)JIM WALLIS (and Pat)TERRY WATSON (always comes with Annette Cole - how many years now????????? LOL)VIRGINIA WATTS (and Byron Crain from Memphis)BARBARA WELTON (and Mac McDonald)HERBIE WRIGHT (and Connie from Hot Springs)
Then let's add your LRCHS REUNION COMMITTEE:
RAY ALEXANDER (and Jane)MARY JO BRYANT (and Mike Herndon '55)JUDY CALLAWAYWILLIS CALLAWAY (and Ann)JOE CROW (and Ginnie)BARBARA EDWARDSGARY HOFFMANNANNETTE HOOVERMARY LOU HOSACKEDWINA KEITHBARBARA MAY (and Jan)MARY LOU MEDLOCKDIANN PERRIERBUCKY POLK (and Tommy Thomas)JEAN ROGERS (and Buddy Skipworth)GWEN SHEPHERD

NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS! (Did I miss October? If so, let me know and I'll catch up)

1 Gene Leftwich

2 Delrena Conner and Jim Norsworthy

4 Willis Callaway

5 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GARY HOFFMANN!!!

6 Don Morehart

7 LaVerlle Coker, Dixon Dreher and Bettie Franklin

8 Dr. Charlie Cale and Elaine Evans

9 "Midge" Brown and Shirley Russell

12 Linda McGrew

13 Inez Talbert

14 Dan Stowers

15 Jesse South

16 Iris McElroy

19 Loretta Mack

21 Gaylon Boshears

23 Dr. Jerry Jones

25 Carol Griffenhagen

26 Dianna Vinson HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

28 Jane Brockman

29 Don McMullan and Nancy Meeks

GOSH! A BIRTHDAY ALMOST EVERY DAY OF NOVEMBER!!!!

Carolyn (Caroline) Wilson is back in rehab in NW Arkansas

Forgot to remind you about change of time last weekend.

Guess you've figured it out by now. If not . . . I'm worried!!!

Or maybe you've just got that "PERFECT LIFE!"

ML