Elaine Hildebrant (deceased)
At the 50th reunion of our high school graduation, those attending will miss those classmates that cannot be there. From the perspective of 1954, this anniversary would seem to be an eternity, but from the perspective of 2003 looking back, aided  by these photographs, 1954 seems like yesterday. Thank you Elaine for being our classmate.

Patricia A. Hill Graff
5446 W. Wilshire.Drive
Phoenix, Az  85035
602-272-2493
pagaz@cox.net
Spouse: Edward
Children:   5           
Grandchildren: 8  
 Year married  1960
After graduating  in 1958 from Wagner College in Staten Island (where she was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi Society) Pat served as a Navy nurse, USNH in San Diego until 1960.  She and Edward were married in January, 1960 and had 3 children before moving to Phoenix in 1964.  In 1967  Ed was sent to Vietnam and Pat moved back to California. When her husband returned they moved to Camp Pendleton, CA and their 4th child was born.  When Edward left the Marine Corps. in 1970, the family moved to Phoenix again and their 5th child was born in 1971. Pat worked for a couple of banks from 1972 thru 1988 when her job as Operations Officer at the Wells Fargo Bank was eliminated. In 1990 Pat quit smoking (good for you) and went back to school, Arizona State U. where she graduated in 1996, Summa Cum Laude.
Since then she and her husband have enjoyed a "rather" quiet life, taken several cruises  (Alaska, Panama Canal & Mexican Riviera) and spend lots of time with their grandkids.  They enjoy attending the symphony, reading, watching TV and taking care of each other. 

Knowing the 50th reunion is almost here has brought back many memories of BHS for Pat, such as, riding the bus to & from Maywood; Mrs. Sachtlaben's college English class; singing in the girls glee club & mixed choir & Mr. Dente.  Pat also remembers driver's ed, the tiny lunchroom (lousy food), study halls, and so much more. 

Her special achievements would be the Meritorius Service Award from the Navy Relief Society and graduating Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State.  Her most unforgettable moment was the day her husband returned from Vietnam. Pat says she loves reading, classical music, travel, cruising,  trips to Vegas and most of all, her family.  She hopes she is less selfish, more compassionate, more mature and with a greater appreciation of the grandeur of our country.   C'an't be at the reunion, but wishes everyone her best.