GHS Class of 1963 reunion attendees this year included (front row, l-r) Darlene Duft Rowden, Toledo; Sue Handorf Koster, Gladbrook; Kathie Boyd Lucero, Colorado; and Joyce Knaack Swangel, Corrine Sash Jensen, and Kim West, Gladbrook; (back row, l-r) Jim Bauch, Cedar Falls; Craig Tessau, West Des Moines; Tim Rowden, Toledo; Gerald Boerm, Minnesota; Leo Lohse, Gladbrook; Steve Lau, Illinois; Ken Storjohann, Reinbeck; Ken Clar, Missouri; Dean Hoppe, Minnesota; and Dale Sienknecht, Cedar Falls. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

GLADBROOK – The Gladbrook High School Class of 1963 participated in the 104th anniversary of Gladbrook’s Corn Carnival on Friday, June 12, 2026. Some of the 15 attendees started their 63rd reunion by visiting the impressive Panther Pavilion in City Park. A total of 23 then met in the Memorial Building at 4 p.m. for social time and a meal catered by Hometown Family Market. They watched the Grand Parade and then met again for dessert and more socializing. Attendees gathered in a large circle where Dean Hoppe led a discussion on life updates and sharing school memories. A good time was had by all! Committee members include Dean Hoppe, Jim Bauch, Ken Clar and Sue Koster.