john samuels March 24, 2010 07:36:59 (EDT)

Kit Woolsey came to the first modern reunion in the 80's.

He's written some seminal (Andy, relax...that's not what that means!) works in Backgammon and is one of the best in the world.

I don't think he yells KeeKeeWah when he defeats an opponent. I think that's considered bad form in the gaming world.

karl kaufmann March 23, 2010 19:43:05 (EDT)

Alan Kaufmann's mother, Mildred, passed away today after battleing alzheimers for some time. Our thoughts are with him and his family.

Dave Rutstein March 23, 2010 19:27:04 (EDT)

Yes, it is the same Kit Woolsey. In fact, he is a world class bridge player--one of the best in the country. I guess all of those bridge games at Rest Hour must have helped. He has attended the last several reunions.

Speaking of reunions, is there enough interest to begin planning for the next one?

Dave

Bob Sprafkin March 22, 2010 09:16:12 (EDT)

John,

I remember Kit Woolsey's name but can't picture him. He was a few years younger than us, I believe(and you were a year or two older than I, as I recall). Your e mail triggered an interesting thought: I wonder how many Kewaneeans have authored books, and on what topics. I would guess a pretty prolific and diverse group.

john spear March 18, 2010 21:15:16 (EDT)

Does anyone remember Kit Woolsey? He was written up in the Miami paper today, Mar 18, in the bridge column. He is a bridge champion and has written books on bridge and backgammon. His hand from a championship in California last weekend was written up. THere can't be two Kit Woolsey's in the world?
John Spear

john samuels March 18, 2010 06:35:00 (EDT)

Andy.

You spelled "Tretchie" wrong. Have some respect.

Also, Karen Samuels (several posts down) thinks you're a creep. She told me.

I took your side. I said you can't help the way you are.

Bruce Asam March 10, 2010 09:20:57 (EDT)

Stan Zeeman on Youtube about the 2006 election:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIsvWQ12TtI

Andy Bresler March 5, 2010 05:32:55 (EDT)

Karen Samuels (several posts down) is an extrordinary woman. Obvious reasons.

Andy Bresler March 5, 2010 05:30:56 (EDT)

When my mother had a fatal heart attach late at night while staying at Abe & Tretchee Samuels' home, Stan Zeeman rushed over to try to help her. Despite the fact that we lost her, it was reassuring to know that she was in the care of someone so capable, and therefore knew that nothing could have been done. Stan was also very compassionate with our family as we dealt with the loss. He was a wonderful individual.

WFIL March 3, 2010 13:09:56 (EDT)

Stanley Zeeman

john samuels March 3, 2010 07:52:31 (EDT)

Stanley Zeeman - an honor placque KK'er from the 30's - passed away last week in Sarasota.

His obituary is in the NYTimes.

He was a hero in Allentown - started our world-famous cardiac unit.

Plus, he was a great, great guy to boot (and, a star at KK).

john samuels March 3, 2010 07:49:33 (EDT)

Yes, "Karen Samuels" (several posts down) is my wife.

I know you all thought I wasn't "like that" and would never marry a female.

I guess you were wrong, weren't you.

Sandy Jo February 25, 2010 19:38:18 (EDT)

I'm ready for a reunion.......remember Kmapers we are not getting any older, at least the ones from the 50's like me.

Dave Rutstein February 23, 2010 16:58:39 (EDT)

Steve Buch's video is fantastic and unlocks some special memories.

Bob Sprafkin asked about the next reunion. I think it's time to plan for another.

What do you think? Is there sufficient interest?

Dave

Mike Corson February 22, 2010 09:31:41 (EDT)

I agree, Bob. The train ride from Philadelphia was endless - at least 8 hours in my memory.

Bob Sprafkin February 22, 2010 08:26:57 (EDT)

Thanks, Steve. Some of the names and faces are coming back to me. The pictures of the parents are wonderful as well. By the way, I drive past Avoca airport every time I make the trip from Syracuse to Philly. At some point during my KK years I switched from train to air. A very big deal at the time.

Steve Buch February 20, 2010 12:42:19 (EDT)

At 5 min. 50 sec. of the video, from left to right are myself, Tommy and Billy.

Bob Sprafkin February 20, 2010 12:13:57 (EDT)

Thanks, Steve. I'll watch it again and try to match names and faces. What's 60+ years, anyway!

Steve Bucg February 19, 2010 20:51:46 (EDT)

I sure was...with Tommy Wilner and Billy Rackoff...both from Pittsburgh. Billy is married to one of my sister's friends from Camp Fernwood in Maine. My sister is also still in touch with Annie Joseph from Fernwood who is Sandy Jo's sister. Small world.