The 71st annual alumni banquet of Circleville High School, now the Historic Circleville High School, was held March 30 in the school’s beautifully decorated auditorium. A color scheme of green and white, the colors of the Circleville Indians, was carried out. Ninety-five attendees were present for the occasion.
A beautiful memorial tribute was given for Dot Nelson Bennett, who had departed this life since last year’s banquet. Her class of 1954 was instrumental in organizing the first banquet, and she had been heavily involved in its success throughout the years.
Another highlight of the evening was the recognition and celebration of another special alumni, a member of the class of 1945. Jessie (Warner) Sponaugle was present to accept accolades on being the most senior member present. She is approaching the young age of 100 years. She was crowned queen of the Circleville High School Alumni Banquet 2024.
Idelta (Sponaugle) Lambert, a second member of the class of 1945 was also recognized. A bit younger than Sponaugle, she is only 98 years young. Both ladies were presented a spray of fresh-cut flowers.
