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Proud Founder and Father

Dr. George Weigle, founding director of the Staples High School Orphenians, poses with his two daughters at tonight’s 50th anniversary concert—Kim Weigle (l) of Westport, class of ‘79, who was not an Orphenian, and Kristen Weigle Witt of Redding, class of ‘85, who was an Orphenian. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Lynn U. Miller for WestportNow.com

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Albert S. Beasley, M.D. says:
Monday, June 07, 2010 at 4:39 am
Congratulations on the 50th anniversary of your founding of the Staples High School Orphenians. You began a wonderful tradition. My family and I will always remember many concerts with you as director.
All the best,
Al Beasley, M.D.
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Bonnie Housner Erickson says:
Tuesday, June 08, 2010 at 7:42 am
Mr. Weigle changed my life. At a time when I was feeling lost and abandoned, Mr. Weigle provided guidance, structure, faith in my abilities, tough love and compassion. Today, as a musical theater producer, I see him as being largely responsible for my life as I know it. My best to you, Mr. Weigle!
Bonnie Housner Erickson, Class of ‘71
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