Sad News

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Robert Burns, Retired Northport High School Art Teacher, passed away on August 15 at the age of 92. He was survived by his wife Regina, daughters Kathleen Shields and Barbara O’Laughlin, stepchildren Kevin Grosso, Colleen Ray, Deborah Korf and Darleen Conte; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by sons Thomas and Michael.

After retiring from teaching in Northport, Bob and his wife relocated to Baldwin, MO. His passions included traveling and fine art photography. He sang in his church choir and volunteered at the Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service.

Funeral service will be held at Sts. Joachim and Ann Catholic Church, St. Charles, MO, on September 27, followed by burial at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.

Memorials in his name may be made to Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service.

R-UTN members with memories of Bob can email [email protected]. Please write Website Memories as the subject. Please keep your commemorative brief and include your name and former school.

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Sonia Padgett, retired elementary music teacher, passes away this week at the age of 93. Sonia was the widow of Northport band director Robert Potter Padgett. She is survived by daughters Kari Caldwell, Gretchen Taylor, son Bob; grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sonia was an operatic mezzo-soprano and longtime director of music and choirs at the Northport Presbyterian Church. In retirement she held court daily at Northport Starbucks.

Visitation at Nolan Funeral Home on Thursday, September 12 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.
Services at First Presbyterian Church of Northport in Friday, September 13 at 1 p.m., followed by burial at Northport Rural Cemetery and reception at the church.

R-UTN members with memories of Sonia can email [email protected]. Please write Website Memories as the subject, keep your commemorative brief and include your name and former school.

Annual Fall Event

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Each year, as the school year begins, the Retired-United Teachers of Northport traditionally come together for an Annual Picnic. This year we are making a change. On Tuesday, September 10 at 12 noon the R-UTN is hosting an indoor luncheon at The View at Crab Meadow Golf Course.

The View is a perfect setting for our “back-to-school” get together. The facility is indoors, so we don’t have to worry about weather; the bathrooms are easily accessible; and we will all enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.

Golf carts will be available for transport from the parking lot to the restaurant, and entertainment will be provided by our very own Glenn Baldwin. We will not be having an auction, but we will have a 50/50 raffle for our scholarship fund, and between courses we will vote on a slate of Executive Board Officers for 2024–2025.

As in the past, there is no charge for members, although there will be a cash bar, and guests are welcome for a charge of $20. 

Don’t forget to RSVP on your Membership Form. We hope to see you all there!

August R-UTN Happy Hour

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On a blistering hot August afternoon, a small, fun group of Northport retirees found cool air and good company and conversation at Napper Tandy’s in Northport. Tasty hors d’oeuvres and cold drinks added to a good time. A few new retirees were treated to a welcome drink as well. Pictured above are Denise Gorman, Nancy Wine, new retiree Stephanie Cusack and Cathy Hlinka (Norwood). Visit our Photo Gallery to see more photos of the event.

More RUTN Happy Hours to come – be on the lookout for information!