Author: Hal Gordon Brown

Class of 1889 Valedictorian; a follow-up on Sayville Alumni, Lilla Sophia (Woodhull) Plattenberg.

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The passing of Lisa Marie (Placente) Donnelly, Class of 1983.

Sadly, Sayville High Class of 1983 has informed us of the passing of Lisa Marie (Placente) Donnelly, Class of 1983. We extend our sincere sympathies to Lisa's husband Dan, her family, friends, and classmates. Three visitations have...

The passing of John David Kreye, Class of 1972

We express our deepest condolences upon learning of the passing of John David Kreye, a valued member of the Class of 1972. John lived in Plantation, Florida. His passing came as a shock to...

Another amazing SAA volunteer; Buzzy Gertzen – master of photo enhancement!

Erick Baumeister's research revealed that 50 years ago, we lost James Robert Poehnelt, a member of the Class of 1966, on Christmas Day in 1974 at the tender age of 26. James passed away in...

Thank you, Erick Baumeister!

A mere expression of gratitude fails to fully convey my deep appreciation for the remarkable contributions and efforts of Erick, a cherished member of our Sayville Alumni Association historians' team. Erick's family established their roots in...

Today’s count: 685 marriages!

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Class of 1889 – 135 years ago. No, not a typo! Not 1989.

Here is a fascinating historical account of a Sayville Alumni, Lilla Plattenberg. Lilla was a graduate of the Sayville School system, having received her diploma in 1889. She subsequently pursued a career in education....

The passing of Robert “Bob” Lominska, Class of 1966.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Robert "Bob" Lominska, Class of 1966. March 1, 1948 - September 25, 2024 We extend our sincere sympathies to Bob's family, friends, and classmates. Bob's sister Susan (Class...

Three friends who formed their connection in the class of 1972—Evie (Hausske) Fuson, Gail (Heinsohn) McNutt, and Diane Diane (Miller) Magnani gathered in September 2024.

Far from Sayville, along the Oregon coast, three friends who formed their connection in the class of 1972—Evie (Hausske) Fuson, Gail (Heinsohn) McNutt, and Diane Diane (Miller) Magnani gathered in September 2024. These lifelong friends...

The passing of Steven W. Young, Class of 1976.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Steven W. Young, Class of 1976. We extend our sincere sympathies to Steven's wife Dawn (Class of 1978), his family, friends, and classmates. A beautiful obituary was published...

The Passing of Jeffrey George Knopf,  Sayville High class of 1980.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jeffrey George Knopf, Class of 1980. April 2, 1962 ~ September 6, 2024 (age 62) We extend our sincere sympathies to Jeffrey's family, friends, and classmates. Published on...

The passing of James J. Clyne, Class of 1967.

We extend our heartfelt condolences upon the news of the passing of James J. Clyne, Class of 1967, who departed this life on July 2, 2024. James was a valued member of the Sayville High varsity...

Happy 93rd Birthday to Mr. Richard Koch!

Camilia (Belzak) Guendel Memorial Stone in Kay Porter Park.

A memorial stone has been erected to commemorate our cherished language instructor, Camilia (Belzak) Guendel, in Sayville. Her daughter, Anna-Maria, recently shared, "My mother was known by many names: Mademoiselle Belzak, Madame Guendel, Yr. Guendel...

The passing of Joseph Richard Arata, Class of 1959. February 1, 1938 ~ October 28, 2013, age 75.

J. Richard Arata, 75, of Sayville, LI died on Monday, October 28, 2013. A lifelong resident of Sayville, Dick graduated from Sayville High School and later from St. Anselm’s College. Dick was predeceased by...

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sandy Flanagan, Class of 1967, for her generous donation of four Sayville High School yearbooks. This contribution is a significant and valued enhancement to our library collection.

Come see our most recently received recipe! A delicious slice of Sayville School History!

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I can’t find the new alumni recipe book. Where is it?

The Enigmatic Voyage of a High School Ring!

Currently listed on eBay is a well-worn 1979 ring inscribed with the name Mark Russell. One cannot help but ponder the adventures it has experienced and the reasons behind its presence on eBay. A high...