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Catholique02-Sep-2015 09:07
Really nice work, amazing !
cafe18-May-2015 09:40
You have beautiful pictures! Thank you!
cheveux boucles16-May-2015 08:46
I can tell that you put a lot of effort into your pictures.
huile de ricin14-May-2015 12:47
I am really impressed by your gallery, sorry for my english:)
Avoir une belle peau01-May-2015 13:07
Vous êtes passionné et cela se ressent fortement
Guest 23-Feb-2014 02:48
Hello. My name is Nelly Roman. I lived in 60 Amsterdam. I would like to inform everyone that there will be a St. Paul the Apostle School Reunion for those that graduated and non graduates. The event is on May 3rd 2014. I am the contact person for this event. If you wish to have more information please email me at: Nelly2324.nrc@gmail.com. Please on the subject line put "SPAS Reunion" Thank you!
Y. WILLIAMS 20-Feb-2014 17:55
WITH GREAT SADNESS AND JOY MRS GOLDA THOMAS WAS CALLED HOME,2/2014 MRS. THOMAS RESIDED AT 229 WEST 62ND STREET, THE MOTHER OF ADEMOLA, VERL AND HAROLD. HER SONS GAVE HER A WONDERFUL GOING HOME CELEBRATION, 2/19/2014 AT BENTAS AND THE CULTURAL CENTER OF HARLEM.
Guest 29-Dec-2013 03:53
Hi.I'm Nancy Ramos Pople .I went to St.Pauls class of 1972.And also lived in 40 Amsterdam Ave .
Guest 10-Oct-2013 20:16
BELATED CONGRATS TO MR. AND MRS GREEN, 242 WEST 62nd STREET, ON THEIR 75th ANNIVERSARY.
PARENTS TO CONNIE, DANNY, DEBRA AND BESTY.
COOL BREEZE LIL SIS 22-May-2013 18:57
HOW CAN WE REACH OUT TO MORE OF THE PEOPLE WHO LIVED IN THE AREA? THIS WEB SITE IS A GREAT SOURCE OF MEMORIES AND GOOD TIMES. THIS JULY 2013 AT THE REUNION, THE WEB SITE ADDRESS SHOULD BE GIVEN TO ALL WHO ATTEND THE EVENTS. MAYBE JULIO CAN DO SOMETHING TO GET THE WORD TO THE PEOPLE.
fernando ortiz 21-May-2013 21:14
Julio thanks for the memories
Fernando Ortiz 05-Apr-2013 20:39
James, this is Fernando your neighbor Apt #6B We where in the same class at st. Paul's and graduated. your Mother was very kind to me will never forget her, your brother michael was datting bonnie from the 5th floor AptE. Do you remember the Halloween night your brother and his friends gave, you where dress like an Indian outside the door and your brother play the part Frankenstien. Remember Carol,Manuel,Jerome. In our building lived the Estradas,Ponce,Phillps,Fords,Wilsons,Pagilaros,Pagans,Riveras ect. My Email fernandoanthonyortiz@yahoo.com I reside in Hollywood Fl Retired Vietnam Vet. Would like to keep in tourch and talk about those days at the CAVE where you played the flute. Julio please excuse me for trying to get in touch with a friend.
Fernando Ortiz 05-Apr-2013 18:58
Hello Julio,you don"t know me but i lived at 229 W. 62nd st. Apt#6A then moved down to Apt#1A 1955. In 1965 moved to 90 Apt5E would like to stay in touch regarding voluteer work at future reunions, i attended the 2002. I reside in Hollywood, Fl. Vietnam Vet 69-71
Janet Collier Crews 09-Dec-2012 03:47
Hello Julio, this is Janet(Collier)Crews. I am one of the Collier family that lived in 229 W. 62nd st. Apt# 2E. I just so happen to be searching for my old neighborhood when I came across this historic page. I know it's late but here I am. I attended P.S. 191, where my mother Nancy was a teacher's aide. I also went to P.S 199. I.S. 44 and Art & Design high School. Lived at 229 from the 60's to 1980 when my mom passed. My mom(Nancy)),my dad Thomas Sr.(deceased) were there in the 50's I believed. They at first 2l6. The children from oldest to youngest are:Thomas jr., Mary Ann, Denise(deceased) & Janet(me). I live in Dover Delaware & Thank You for the happy tears of reminiscing. I also loved seeing my neighbors names. We were a a close-knit community back then.
horace Mungin 07-Aug-2012 08:15
Hello all, I'm Horace Mungin and I'd like to tell you all about my web site wwwhmunginbooks.com and two of my books which are about our old neighbors and neighborhood.Please visit the web site browse about and leave a message. Thank you.
Bob Ugarte05-Jul-2012 15:06
Julio....How are you? Fine, I hope. Can you tell me how is Aida (Montalvo) Espinoza? Take care and thank you.https://www.facebook.com/robert.ugarte.18
Pat Harris (westsidegirl 29-Jun-2012 16:18
Julio,I'm a long-time admirer of your wonderful website. When I recently checked the site, I found the guestbook comment by Donna. Donna's mother Peggy was my mother's best friend and I remember the family well. I often visited their apt. at 70 Amsterdam. Our families were so close that I even remember Donna's grandmother (Peggy's mom). I would love Donna to have my email address. I would appreciate it if you would forward that to her. Thank you for having this simply wonderful site. I have so many happy memories of my childhood. I lived at 174 West 65 Street, our apt. faced Amsterdam. I spent many happy hours in the playground of the Amsterdam Houses and, of course, many happy times with the wonderful Walsh family. Sincerely, Pat Harris, westsidegirl
enid 02-May-2012 20:35
Robert your Video is awesome!!!! So many wonderful memories. You did a fantastic job with the pictures and music. I am uncle Sam's niece. I posted it on Facebook since there are several people from the hood on facebook. They are going to love it!!!! I did!!! GOD BLESS.
westsidegirl 20-Apr-2012 16:03
Bob, that was a great. I lived across from Amsterdam Housing on 65th and Amsterdam, across from the Roxy Restaurant, Fred's Grocery Store, Larry's Shoe Store and Ederle's butcher Shop. Gertrude Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel was the daughter of one of the owners. Thanks, again, Pat Pyke (westsidegirl)
Bob Ugarte19-Apr-2012 22:05
I hope some of the early folks would enjoys this "Video".
It is of the gang "Down the Back" from the late 40' to the late 50'
Enjoy....Robert Ugarte...247 West 61st. Drive (1948-1963)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbzvxpzvS-E
westsidegirl 12-Apr-2012 17:56
Donna, I forgot to tell you my maiden name, it was Pyke. My little brother's name is Tommy and my little sister is Ann. Our moms were best friends. I hope you see my message. Sincerely, Pat Pyke Harris (westsidegirl)
westsidegirl 12-Apr-2012 11:57
Donna, I came across your post and was so happy to see it. I knew your parents well. Your mom, Peggy, was my mom, Eleanor. I was in your house many, many times and your mom and my mom were like sisters. In fact, I babysat you and your sister and had pictures of you and my little brother, Tommy. We lived across from the housing at 174 West 65 Street, across from the Roxy Restaurant (on the corner of Amsterdam Avenue. The last time I saw your mom, she and your dad, Ken, came to visit us when we live in West New York, NJ. Hope you and the family are fine and would love to hear from you. Best to all, Pat (westsidegirl)
Guest 01-Mar-2012 22:42
I forgot one thing when signing on, Herb Williams email address hwilli25@yahoo.com

Thanks Herb
Herbert Williams 01-Mar-2012 22:24
How is every one doing.
Paulie Barasch 10-Oct-2011 16:48
My name is Paulie Barasch, resided at 70 Amsterdam Ave, Apt. 13D from 1950 to the 60s. I would like to be put onto your mailing list and be able to receive any newsleters and messages that your organization puts out. Due to my work I was traveling at the time you had your last reunion a few months ago. I was notified of the GALA Event by my dear friends Horace Mugin, Thomas Cook, Danny Engelis and Ernest Ellis all from the HOOD. Thanking you in advance for any attention that you may be able to give this matter. I wish all of you and yours the best and ALWAYS have your health, as we know without that we have NOTHING.
Be Well, My email is nypd1policeplaza@aol.com

Paulie B
BODYGUARD TO THE STARS
Donna 14-Aug-2011 18:24
I came upon this site by accident but it was so interesting and nostalgic seeing the pictures and comments. My name is Donna Walsh, I lived at 70 Amsterdam Ave with my parents Peggy and Ken (both now deceased), sister Sherry and brothers, Ken and Dave, graduated from St. Paul The Apostle School in 1965 and Blessed Sacrament HS in 1969. I now live in Long Island, NY, have 3 children and 6 grandchildren
Guest 26-Jul-2011 21:30
CHECK OUT Newyork@michaelminn.com for San Juan Hill pictures
Guest 26-Jul-2011 21:16
THE WORD NEEDS TO GET OUT ABOUT THIS WEB SITE, PBASE.
Guest 31-May-2011 18:13
CONGRATULATION TO MRS GREEN, 242 WEST 62ND ST, ON HER 90TH BIRTHDAY. THE MOTHER OF
CONNIE, DANNY, DEBRA AND BESTY.
Guest 25-May-2011 19:29
ALL OF THE PEOPLE THAT WENT ON THE LAST BOAT RIDE IN 2009, WHERE ARE THE PICTURES?
Guest 20-May-2011 19:54
COME ONE COME ALL. THE REUNION BOATRIDE IS IN JULY THE LAST FRIDAY. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR FRIENDS. WE SHOULD ALL TRY TO MAKE THIS RIDE OR COME ON SATURDAY TO 64TH ST. WE SHOULD STAY IN CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER AND NOT JUST MEET AT FUNERALS.
enid gonzalez 04-Apr-2011 15:34
Hello Joanne, what is your email address. I saw your sons picture in one of Gia's photos and he looks exactly like his father. God rest his soul. Very handsome.
Joanne Healey Dugan Cartagena 30-Mar-2011 18:02
Hi all,
Most of you would never remember me, but I was married to the late Robert Dugan. My son Robert Jason Dugan is 36 years old with 1 13 year old grandson, Joshua Robert Dugan. I remember Enid, and Bobby Lopez and of course Pat Dugan. Pat, drop me an e-amil. I'd love to talk to you. I remember Joe Gerardo or course. The Steff's and some of the Francis's. i would especially like to connect with James Garay aka Jimbo from the Emeralds. I know he is living somewhere in Southern California. To Gia, I see your beautiful face on faceook along with your 2 beautiful twin girls. What happened to "Coco" and Louie Cava something, he was so funny. I remember Davie Small, Maryland Sanchez. So if anyone remembers me, send me an e-mail.
enid gonzalez 21-Mar-2011 20:48
I might be able to get you information. Email me. enidgonza@hotmail.com
Noelia Bonet 15-Mar-2011 02:31
looking for the Curet Family - Gladys, Peter,Chacon - Angel, Carmen - lost family
enid gonzalez 11-Mar-2011 20:46
Im with you. I check often. So many things to talk about and catch up with. Get more pictures in.
Guest 11-Mar-2011 20:28
WHERE ARE THE PEOPLE? I CHECK THIS SITE OFTEN AND THE ACTIVITY IS ALMOST NIL. HOW CAN THIS SITE REACH OUT TO MORE PEOPLE FROM THE AREA.
HERB WILLIAMS 12-Oct-2010 20:21
LOOKING FOR ANY OF THE DIGGS BROTHERS
icarnett21-Aug-2010 02:53

Icarnette

If any one has contact with Orlando Haynes, the pilot please give him my number 917-622-1232 and my email igeo941003@yahoo.com. I lost his contact in a long time and I would like to get in touch with him.
Guest 20-Aug-2010 03:35
Hello,

My name is Joe Biggs and I went through you and this site to find an old friend named Janice Toyloy back in 2008. I was able to get in contact with her and we were in touch for a while until all of a sudden I didn't hear from her anymore. I would really like to reconnect with her...she was a very good friend and very important to me. Can you please help be reconnect with her once again. I can be reached at 919-306-5639(call or text) or emailed at jbiggs2@hotmail.com or joebiggs@vzw.blackberry.net. Below you will see my original message. Thank you!

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Mr. Rodriguez,
We have been here before. I finally made contact with Janice and we stayed in touch for a while, but once again she disappeared from me. Could you please use the contacts you used before to track her down and have her contact me. My original letter and contact information is below. Thank you! My name is Joe Biggs and I live in Durham, NC. I attended North Carolina Central University where I met a wonderful young lady named Janice Toyloy form New York. She dated my cousin in college and we developed a wonderful friendship. The last time I spoke to her was in 1994 and I have been trying to contact her since that time. I happend to google her name and her picture appears on your site. If possible if you can tell her I would like for her to contact me (919-306-5639...joebiggsjr@excite.com) I would appreciate it Thank you!!!!
Beverly Byalick Franklin 05-Jul-2010 21:56
Hi, The picture were great, took me back to my childhood. I live in Modesto CA now, and have 2 son's who have their own children. Thank you for the momories. God Bless
Guest 17-Mar-2010 18:17
GOD rest his soul and GODSPEED. He had so many postings. Seems he was trying to reach out.
Guest 26-Feb-2010 23:00
Thomas oshea passed away 2-12-10
Barry Flanagan 06-Dec-2009 05:00
Hey Richie McKean. I remember you well. But the last I recall you were pretty sore at me, and I don't blame you, so I apologize now some 35 or so years later. I know you joined the army the same day Angelo Barrios did, not that it has anything to do with you being sore with me.
Glad to see you married Susan Ryan - we kind of have a family connection through her.
Thomas O'Shea 18-Nov-2009 07:56
To All Alumni of Saint Paul the Apostle I have contracted Arthritis of Th Central system.

Love To all Guys back home





Guest 06-Nov-2009 23:48
Just to let everyone know that Rueben Franco from 50 Amsterdam who was the housing control for Rudy Guilliani has just made a judge for New York City. His brother is Carlos.
Thomas O'Shea 29-Oct-2009 05:14
Just got back from a handicap job fair in Dallas and the Requiting lady from the IRS was
Pleased with my credentials. and she would like me to apply for the of Tax Compliance
Officer With toe feds.
CAROL 29-Oct-2009 01:28
HI RICHIE,
I AND ALL THE 57TH STREET GIRLS STILL KEEP IN TOUCH. WHAT IS YOUR EMAIL. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU. I STILL REMEMBER OUR WALKS TO THE PARK WITH SHEBA AND KELLY. CAROL
Richie McKean 28-Oct-2009 13:12
My name is Richie McKean.I lived on 57th and 10th I grew up with Janie,Regina,Carol and the whole crew from the projects.I married Susan Ryan.I just found this site by accident.Do you have E mails for everyone.
Thomas O'Shea 19-Oct-2009 06:10
Message to the Saint Paul Alumni I have done the research To gain admittance into the
NASAR, (National Association of the Society of the sons of the American Revolution. I believe that is the proper designation of the Society of the male equivalent of the DAR
(The Daughter's of the American Revolution).
Thomas O'Shea 17-Oct-2009 08:41
To everyone back home i For Applying for membership the National society of the Sons of the
Revolution. The basic Qualifacation for membership is you have to be connected to a family of a Patriot and I at least Meet that Qualification twice.
Thomas O'Shea 13-Oct-2009 05:42
Message to all the guys back home I'm doing research on the family of Joseph Ruskins Reeves
and Julia Howard Reeves formerly of Cooke County Texas who were my Grandparents. They have a relational connection to the Former first Lady the Wife of Grover Cleveland the 22 nd President and the 24 president of the United States of America. Her name was Frances Folsom Cleveland. I don't know the exact relatinnship connection.
Elaine Davis 09-Oct-2009 20:56
Hi All

Wanted to add I used to live with parents John and Gerry and sisters Dianne and Try at 80 Amsterdam in apt 10C. Moved in 1973 to head to the Bronx. Now live right on West 61st street and can see my bedroom window from my apt. All of us attended St. Pauls.
Thomas O'Shea 04-Oct-2009 02:19
Message to all Saint Paul the Apostle Alumni: Just got a message that Regina Stelzner just
received the Last Rites of the Roman Catholic Church. She is in a coma and has been diagnosed with brain cancer.
Thomas O'Shea 12-Sep-2009 05:22
Message to Barry Flanagan: I am definitely not of the Republican persuasion. I am wholeheartely behind the Democratic Party. Even though I'm stuck here in Texas which is predominitely Republican territory. In fact If you need more money you might think about coming to Fort Worth and working for the University of North Texas Health Science Center
and doing Your research here.
Barry Flanagan 27-Aug-2009 11:19
Thomas - Funny Guy! I work at the CDC - not Fort Knox! The government pays well enough but no one gets rich working for the public well-being unless it's from Republican financial shenanigans!
Thomas O'Shea 21-Aug-2009 12:43
Barry Flanagan: How are you doing and when are You going to contact me. Y must br a chincy
S.o.b, with all that money are making at the CDC in Atalanta.
Thomas O'Shea 21-Aug-2009 12:35
Kathy Flanagan: nice hearing from you I believe the last time in heard about your where abouts you were in Virgina. My Great, Great, Great, Great Grandfather was the founder of
Leesville Va. his name was John Lee. and he was a plantation owner you can Google my Family's website under the Name of Burwell Lee and his descendants. also I graduated Saint Paul the Apostle in 1962. I'm a terrible typist. also do you know any thing about Loretta
Dunnlevy and how she is,
Kathy Flanagan 09-Aug-2009 15:47
Thomas. Just wanted to let you know I am alive and well. Yes I remember you and Milton Hicks. Sorry to hear about your parents and sister. I can't believe you graduated in 1062 though. Catholic schools must have a different calendar much like the Chinese-LOL. Good luck with the transportation business.
Thomas O' 06-Aug-2009 10:18
To Angelo Barrios; Hello From Tom O'Shea I graduated Saint Paul the Apostle School in 1062. What is Your email address so we can contact each other. I Remember you join the Marine Corps in 1966. How goes it. Fancy seeing you on this web-site are you still married and living in Staten Island give my best to the guys on 58 th Street if you remember me and still have contact with the guys.
Thomas O'Shea 30-Jul-2009 18:34
To Barry Flanagan; How goes it in Atlanta at the Center for Disease Control/ Curing a lot of
diseases I hope. Everything is going ok here in Texas but i like to be back Home. If You saw
me now I'd be a "gimp" but i guess that's ok also.
Thomas O'Shea 30-Jul-2009 18:06
Julio: recently found out I was related to Richard Lee Esq 1 the grandfather of many famous People in the History of the United States like George Washington Zackrey Taylor Robert E Lee and Many others which are too numerous to mention.
marshall hunter 27-Jul-2009 19:39
saw your photo of shedrick mann. PMA Class of 61 trying to contact you and shedrick
for reunion. Info we have found on shedrick indicate he passed away 11/15/96. recently
contacted cosmus dipierro and more than 100 other 61 grads. hope to hear from you soon
Barry Flanagan 25-Jul-2009 20:18
Tom O'Shea -Howz it going? And how is that movie career progressing? Too bad we can't find Bobby - there's too many people with that name in the country for us to track him down - he could be anywhere. Yes, I've gotten a college degree, actually more than one. I work for the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta. My sister has not died, in fact she has posted here on the related site, the one with pictures of reunions - she's alive and well, three children, two grandchildren, both in college. My dad died in 1993. I do remember that you had a crush on Kathy - that's why she and Loretta would tease you unmercifully. Yes, I remember Milton. His mom would call for him out the window - she'd shout 'Milton, Milton, Milton' in quick succession in a high pitch. Kinda funny.
Julio Rodriguez22-Jul-2009 01:48
William,
the Boat ride will be July 31st, then Saturday and SUnday will be the remaining activities. Check out the flyer at

http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/image/110711933

Julio
William Patterson 18-Jul-2009 22:45
Hello
I went to Amsterdam Projects last year (2008) looking for the block party but it wasn't there. Did they have one last year, and will there be one this year????

William Patterson
Guest 16-Jul-2009 00:18
Thomas:

I apologize, but I do not remember you or Patrick Mann. Yes I was an altar boy (very briefly) at St. Paul's.

I worked in Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth) during 1993 - 1994. I currently live in California.

Nice talking to you.

Regards
Thomas O'Shea 08-Jul-2009 06:01
hey Barry the last time I saw Bobby Metzger he was in a disheveled Class a Uniform at
Dance at Saint Paul the Apostle Church. I've lost track of him ever since. But I did hear
that he gotten married. I wonder if you had gotten your college degree.
.
Thomas O'Shea 04-Jul-2009 09:42
Paul Bellomo I vaguely remember you from the projects I believe you were a altar boy at
Saint Paul. do you remember Patrick Mann He lives in (Cowtown USA) that is Fort Worth
Texas along with me but at a different address.
Thomas O'Shea 04-Jul-2009 09:17
Message to Barry Flanagan sorry to hear about your mother and sister being deceased now
I remember Your sister Kathy and Your Mom I used have a crush on your sister and Loretta
Dunleavy when i was a young whipper snapper. Do remember Milton Hicks the Jewish kid that ll
lived above your apartment and the raider pipe. Is your father still living. My Father
died in 1997.
Guest 03-Jul-2009 17:46
again I forgot to say what school class pics I was looking for the classes of 1955 to 1961 from LaSalle jhs17. please send to lstorytellerl@yahoo.com
ronald simon 03-Jul-2009 17:39
I forgot my apartment was 9a ,90 amsterdam ave. Ron Simon, many of you called me Ronnie Simon
ronald simon 03-Jul-2009 17:36
hi my name is Ronald Simon and use to live at 90 amsterdam ave from 1947 to 1960 with my brother kenny and father louis who many called "jack". Both my brother and father are now diseased and i ham basically alone. In my senior years i would love to hear from people who lived in and around the projects at that time. I would also like to see if anyone has the class pics from 1955 to 1961 to send them to me. I am trying to make an album of those classmates. Lets get in touch with each other and talk over old times good and bad. My e mail address is lstorytellerl@yahoo.com. hope to hear from many of you
Barry Flanagan 29-Jun-2009 19:22
Just looking at the older messages and I see Anthony Rivera (Tony) checked in some years ago. Tony lived 229 W 62nd St. in 4B. We (the Flanagans)were across the 'street' at 228, 5C. Tony lived with with mom (Carmen?), Bernardo, Freddy, and younger brothers Ruben and Nelson. I hope all the Rivera brothers are well, and doing well. My sister Kathy, my mom (now deceased) and I would often discuss our memories of who lived where in the project. I was always of the opinion that Ruben was older than Nelson. My mother (and maybe my sister) insisted that Nelson was older. So Tony - you gotta clear this up so we can move on with our lives. BTW, Freddy attended Charles Evans Hughes when I was there - he was a bit ahead of me though. Also at Hughes was Ronnie Pagliaro. Hey Julio, thanks for everything.

PS - Hey Tommy - still the same ol' Tommy O'Shea. I ask if you've ever heard from or about Bobby Metzer - and you reply by asking me the same question! Go figger! Anyway, I'll give you a call when I can. Happy to hear that Papo will not be alone in film stardom. Good luck with that - just hope it does not end on the cutting room floor.

PPS - Did anyone see the NYTimes piece on famous people from NY Housing Projects - maybe two months ago? What prompted this theme was Supreme Court nominee Sonya Sotomayor's growing up in a Bronx housing project (You go girl!) The Times printed a map of NYC housing projects - and of course, Amsterdam was on it. Also on the map was a sample of celebrities of each project - Erik Estrada of course, being listed for ours.
They also listed Theloneous Monk, but to the best of my recollection, he only lived in the Phipps Houses right next door. Hey, we'll claim him if they want us too. He could be seen many an evening sitting in front of the Century Bar at 100 Amsterdam Ave at 64th St.
Thomas Oshea 13-Jun-2009 01:29
Hey;Barry Flanagan-How are you doing most importantly how is your family do you know what
happened to Bobby Metzger. If you can call me at my home number 1-817-731-8744 in Texas I'd like to here from you; message from Tom O'Shea
Thomas O'Shea 24-Apr-2009 05:02
Message to Nyoma Pitts Moody;
My name is Tom O'Shea I lived in 229 W 62 St. apt 4A I did not Know that Eriki Estrada lived in 229 W 62 St I believe in apt 1A. Also I will be making my film debut as an extra in the film "12 Mighty Orphans" based on the story by Jim Dent sports writer for the Fort Worth Star Telegram. Its about the Masonic Home School Football Team that racked up so many victories over the depression Years it compares to the story of Seabuscuit the famous underdog racing Horse of that period. If you are still in Texas stop by and see me I Live at 2500 Ridgmar Blvd apt 7 Fort Wort Texas 76116.Look to see if you can see me in the film I'll be the crippled man with the cane proberly sitting in the front row dressed in period styl Clothes. I'll sign an autograph.
Jim Rivera 23-Apr-2009 20:39
Thank you for this terrific site. Enjoyed it immensely. I am Jim Rivera, formerly of 241 W 62. `1947-1967. I currently am retired from Federal Service, currently living just North of Atlanta. I have the following siblings, (oldest to youngest) Frances, (Williamsburg, Va)Philip (Woodstock, Ga) and Karen in Sewell, New Jersey)
Barry Flanagan 18-Apr-2009 20:45
Hey, Tom O'Shea - Most importantly, my condolences on your wife's illness. I fervently hope she pulls through this. Secondly, I'm glad to see you posting here. Haven't spoken with you in more than 30 years. I had heard long ago that you had 'returned' to your mom's old stomping grounds of Texas. That rumor, I see, was correct. Glad you were able to make a life of it there. You mention Bobby Metzger (was it 60 Amsterdam he lived in) - have any idea what has become of Bobby? Those 30 years or more ago he was in the army. And I'm sorry to hear that your sister has passed on. She didn't live long enough. Best to you and yours.

Barry Flanagan - 228 W 62nd St (5C) - two doors down from the Tennent (sp?) family
Thomas O' 07-Apr-2009 22:10
Message From Tom O'Shea:
I know this is a hairbrained idea but I plan to start my owm business in Fort Worth. The businerasss will in the Transportation industry in the local area. The busineee will transporting disabled people in the Fort Worth.

P.S.
Wish me luck.
Thomas O'Shea 04-Apr-2009 21:34
message from Tom O'Shea;
I will be a film extra in the movie the "12 Mighty orphans" bassed on the book written by Jim Dent on sports staff of the fort worth star telegan. about the Masonic Home School located in Fort Worth City Proper., football team.Look to see if you can see me in the film. When in get back to the old neighoborhood i'll singn any autographs.
Guest 31-Mar-2009 19:49
Mr. Shea....my email address is nelly.roman-cottes@yai.org if you would like to send me information.
Joanne Cargagena 01-Mar-2009 19:08
Message to James "Jimbo" Garay in Southern California. I saw you message on this page. You must remember me Joanne Healey Dugan Cartagena. Now that's a mouthful. Would like to hear from you.
Guest 26-Feb-2009 17:57
Im trying to get in touch with Herman Pagan can anyone help me..
My name is manny Saavedra manny_saavedra@yahoo/com
john smokey ryan 02-Feb-2009 20:06
to miss Duffy
please pass along my best to your dad and your brother stevie
john ryan
Julio Rodriguez24-Jan-2009 21:45
Message from Bonnie (Radzig) Englett about the death of her father:
Julian Radzig, age 95, formerly of 90 Amsterdam Ave, New York City, died December 22, 2008 in Conyers, GA. He is the father of Bonnie (Radzig) Englett, Richard Radzig and Michael Radzig. Condolences if desired, can be sent to the family c/o Bonnie Englett, 1633 Woodcrest Dr NE, Conyers, GA 30012-2242

You can see Bonnie's Gallery here athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/bonnie
Bobby Jenkins 31-Dec-2008 17:15
To all neigborhood family and friends, David France passed away on December 30.2008.
David had lived in 217 West 63 Street.
Bobby Jenkins 31-Dec-2008 17:08
Julio
The Amsterdam Reunion Organization has started to send out fliers for 2009 Reunion. It will start with the boatride on July 31, 2009. Contact the committee so that you can post the information on the website.
Bobby Jenkins 21-Dec-2008 08:21
Max Smart passed away this pass summer
Guest 07-Dec-2008 01:33
Hi everyone... does anyone know anything about Donald & Paulie Sanchez ..... I always looked at them as the beatnicks of our times... Circa 1960's... or Max Smart from PS 191....Thanks Eva.... my email is...evagonzalez123@hotmail.com
YVONNE WILLIAMS 29-Sep-2008 16:50
ENID GONZALEZ WOULD LIKE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH ANITA EDWARDS. THIS IS HER ADDRESS,enidgonza@hotmail.com.
Thomas O'Shea 15-Aug-2008 01:40
Dear Julio, Thanks for your website I'am an old neighborhood kid my name is Thomas O'Shea. Does any one rember the Sheey Family they lived on Amsterdam Avenue in the tall buildings. I lived on West 62 nd Street in Apartment 4a. I had a crush on Maureen but she did not return the favor. I dated her Sister Margaret who later became a nun. Do you Remember Carol Collins I belived she got Married She was the first girl i dated. Do You remember Pat Duffy I think she had a chrush on me in the 6th grade. I attended Rice High school I graduated Saint Paul's in 1962 and won the medal for Regilous Excellence. I hung around with the guys on west 58th street. Angelo Barrios. George Shalhoub and the and the others I brought along Bobby Metzger and Barry Flanagan Who lived across the way from me in building 228. Do you reember the Dunlevy Family they lived in apartment 1E. I now reside in Cowtown USA that is Fort Worth Texas. If anyone wauts to get in touch with mr my email is thomaeoshea@earthlink.net or oshea.thomas1@gmail.com. Once again thanks for your website in addition I Left ths Church and became a Southern Baptist.
Thomas O'Shea 14-Aug-2008 21:44
Dear Julio, My name is Thomas John O'Shea I lived on 229 W 62nd Street. In the Amsterdam
Houses. I'am tracing My family's Genealogy and found out I'am a descendant of Leiv Howard of Kentucky who can be found the book The Colonial Families of The United States of America. We cna trace ourselves back as far as 1728. I now reside In Texas and I look forward to getting back to the old Stomping grounds of New York.
Loraine Duffy 05-Aug-2008 14:46
Steve Duffy age 90 visited this site today. He has pictures and lots to share....please contact him through his daughter Loraine's e-mail address ldstrombeck@earthlink.net
Look forward to hearing from you! This is great !
enid gonzalez 29-Jul-2008 15:45
To everyone: Our dear friend Carmen Acosta from 80 Amsterdam Ave. passed away on Saturday at the young age of 84. GOD REST HER SOUL.
Paul Bellomo 24-Jul-2008 19:15
Yvonne Williams:

Yes Donald Sanchez was his name.

I would like to hear from Herbie. I hope he remembers me.

Thank you for remebering me and for your note and I hope to meet you again someday, perhaps at a reunion.

My email is paulbellomo@comcast.net

Paul Bellomo
Guest 21-Jul-2008 20:21
NO. NO REUNION FOR 2008
Alta 21-Jul-2008 19:38
Are we having a reunion this year?
YVONNE WILLIAMS 14-Jul-2008 17:08
TO PAUL BELLOMO, I WILL GET IN TOUCH WITH HERB AND EARL TO PASS ON YOUR MESSAGE. HERB LIVES IN KENTUCKY. THE GUY"S NAME IS DONALD SANCHEZ. I WAS LITTLE BUT I REMEMBER YOU.
Julio Rodriguez10-Jul-2008 03:06
Bobbi, your name was erased, I apologize for the mistake. I can assure you that the photographer meant no harm.
bobbi Humphrey 09-Jul-2008 21:12
Please delete and correct the photo that you have labeled as "Bobbi Humphrey" before she made it big". This is not me! So please cease and desist posting this incorrect photo and information. Sincerely, Bobbi Humphrey
enid gonzalez 09-Jul-2008 15:43
Hello, I am looking for pictures of St. Paul the Apostle when it was a school. Does anyone have any? Please advise.

Thank you,
Enid Gonzalez
Guest 08-Jul-2008 06:13
Hello my I came a name is pam, I was trying to find pictures of my family reunion ,and
I came across family name Mungin. My Grandfather's name was Samuel Mungin and his family
came from South Carolina. Since the name Mungin isn't common I was wondering if your friends could possibly be related.
Sincerely, Yours
pam
Guest 07-Jul-2008 22:00
when is the next reunion
Guest 03-Jul-2008 23:03
hi all.
my name is gladys I lived in 70 apt 13d, I hang out with sheila,a lot of old memorys,
Julio Rodriguez19-Jun-2008 01:21
It has been the last weekend in July. Stay tuned to Skelzie and I will post the info when I receive it from the reunion committee.
Guest 12-May-2008 12:28
Greetings All
My name is Maureen Green, lived on 60th street. What ever happened to the Pagliaro Family (Sharon, Kathleen, John, Pat) who live on 62nd or 63rd street. Cannot remeber all of there names, But sharon and I were friends. we went to band practice together and were in the St. Paul Paulettes bell and drum corp.


Paul Bellomo 17-Apr-2008 05:50
Julio:

I found the photos of the Williams family and of Herbie and Earl. Yes, I can recognize them! Thanks for the links! As far as image 117772 "boat ride" is concerned, I am not in the picture and I do not recognize any of the persons in the photo.

Paul Bellomo
Julio Rodriguez17-Apr-2008 01:32
Paul, driving me crazy man, I know that I know you but no image comes to mind.. I remember the name Harold Rothfuss, no image comes up, just the name, Of course Herbie is well known, lots of familiar names in your messages, few images. check out this reunion for Earl Williams http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/reunion2006 and more of the Williams family athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/ivan2006, Ivan took one of Herbie athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/image/231359, look through those old reunions, then last thing, are you in this picture or do you know who the un-named person is,http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/image/117772
Julio Rodriguez17-Apr-2008 00:21
Paul, driving me crazy man, I know that I know you but no image comes to mind.. I remember the name Harold Rothfuss, no image comes up, just the name, Of course Herbie is well known, lots of familiar names in your messages, few images. check out this reunion for Earl Williams http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/reunion2006 and more of the Williams family athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/ivan2006, Ivan took one of Herbie athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/image/231359, look through those old reunions, then last thing, are you in this picture or do you know who the un-named person is,http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/image/117772
Paul Bellomo 16-Apr-2008 04:52
Julio:

The Japanese couple son's name was Billy

Paul Bellomo
Paul bellomo 16-Apr-2008 04:48
Julio:

I do not mean to be a pest, but before I forget here is additional infomation I neglected to put in my last note.

My parents are Frank and Julia Bellomo

Katie Rothfuss had two sons Charlie and Harold

There was also a family in 249 West 62nd, Apartment 1B. I forget their last name but they had two daughters named Tonya and Tanya.

In 249 West 62nd in Apartment 2E (I think) was a Japanese couple - husband Bill and wife Mary, but I cannot remember the son's name. The family name was Yokahama or something like that.

Again sorry to ramble, but thanks for listening to me.
Paul Bellomo 16-Apr-2008 04:31
Julio:

Thank you for the reply. Yes, please distribute my name and email address to others. I would be happy to hear from them. particularly if they remember me.

As for a picture, I do not think I have any of me in the projects. However, I do have my graduation pictures from St Paul the Apostle and Power Memorial. I will try to find, scan and post the pictures. I do not think a picture of me as an adult would help. We all change too much with time.

In the interim, here are some additional names that are starting to come back in memory:

Richard Harris (red haired kid) 250 West 63rd Street

Donald (?) (short kid) - always played with me and Herbie Williams 241 West 62nd Street

Katie Rothfuss - 249 West 62nd Street, Apt 3E

Michael Holly - 249 West 62nd Street

I knew the Duffy's in 249 as well.

All of a sudden I realize how special that place was and how happy I was there. My family made a good choice to move there. From what I have read it must have been difficult to have been accepted.

Thanks for the reply and I hope to hear from others soon.

Paul Bellomo
Julio Rodriguez16-Apr-2008 00:47
Paul, thanks for writing, your name is very familiar, I am sending your message out to others to see if they know you. You knew many people that I knew, went to the same schools, maybe a picture of yourself from the past would help.
Paul Bellomo 14-Apr-2008 18:19
Hello to all!

My name is Paul Bellomo. I lived in the Amsterdam Houses from its opening in 1947 or 1948 until early 1958. I lived at 249 West 62nd Street, Apartment 2A.

I just found this website by accident. I am so excited. If I had found it earlier I would have definitely attended the 60th reunion.

Some names that I can think of immediately are Patrick McGovern in 242 W 62nd. Michael Diggs in 249 W 62nd (I think). Lucy, Julio and Ellen Maldonado in 248 W 62nd. Dennis Kiernan and Sandy (?) shown in one of the photos. Herbie and Earl Williams in 241 W 62nd. If Yvonne Williams reads this I would be happy to hear from her as well. She mentions that Earl is well and lives in the Bronx. I would like news about Herbie.

I attended St Paul the Apostle and graduated in 1955. I attended and graduated from Power Memorial Academy in 1959.

I am currently living in Pleasanton, CA.

I have bookmarked the skelzie website to be informed about the next reunion as I plan to attend.

If anyone remebers me, please write as I would love to hear from you. I am Paul Bellomo and my email address is paulbellomo@comcast.net. I will try to find personal photos and send them.

In closing, I would like to thank Julio Rodriguez and others for the great galleries and pictures and for the opportunity to post here.

Julio Rodriguez11-Apr-2008 03:22
Ray, the reunions are usually on the last weekend of July, stay tuned to the home page of Skelzie for more info. When I get the mailing, I post it. Thanks for leaving a message, glad that this site evokes memories for you.
Ray Ramos 08-Apr-2008 15:30
Julio, my name is Ray Ramos, I lived at 90 Amsterdam in 3B with my parents & my sister Fran, from 1948-53.We might have known known each other back then I just cant remember.I do remember smokey Sherman, Vinnie Davis & the Ugarte bros.I also was an altar boy at St. Pauls & remember Father Burke who was in charge of us.If there is going to be another reunion Fran and I would sure like to be there.
Tina Makris Leslie 31-Mar-2008 03:20
I just wanted to let anyone know who might be interested and remember -- Anthony Ballard, a really great artist, passed on Saturday, March 29, 2008. He was the brother of Eddie (deceased) and Deirdre. He will be missed by all who knew, appreciated and loved him.
Guest 10-Mar-2008 13:48
Mr. Rodriguez,
We have been here before. I finally made contact with Janice and we stayed in touch for a while, but once again she disappeared from me. Could you please use the contacts you used before to track her down and have her contact me. My original letter and contact information is below. Thank you! My name is Joe Biggs and I live in Durham, NC. I attended North Carolina Central University where I met a wonderful young lady named Janice Toyloy form New York. She dated my cousin in college and we developed a wonderful friendship. The last time I spoke to her was in 1994 and I have been trying to contact her since that time. I happend to google her name and her picture appears on your site. If possible if you can tell her I would like for her to contact me (919-306-5639...joebiggsjr@excite.com) I would appreciate it Thank you!!!!
Julio Rodriguez10-Mar-2008 00:46
Al, leave your email address so people can write to you.
Guest 09-Mar-2008 15:43
Hi Julio, my name is al deschamps, and I roamed those projects from 1970 to 1977, and I remeber many friends from those projects, what evr happened to Sylvia Sanchez, sammy sanchez, robert brown, carmen ?, twins one looked puertorican and one looked white, all these people went to St. pual the apostle on 60th street, can you post this I would like to know
Julio Rodriguez06-Mar-2008 03:27
Nope, Power Memorial Academy
andrew walker 10-Feb-2008 05:41
Andrew Walker
I'm completely blown away by the various pictures in the different galleries that I've
looked at, I had to download the one of my father(sleepy willie) and another of my sister
madeline(fatty). There are so many memories here it's mind boggling!! I can close my eyes
and still see the old playground or remember the old center and even hanging out down the back. I also enjoyed comming around to the reunions and going on the boat rides.
I could go on, however I defer to the next reunion to see some of the people who were in
those memorable pictures from the 1965-present galleries.
Julio Rodriguez27-Jan-2008 18:27
Arlice,
Done, I sent it via email to you and the others on your message, glad I could be of help.

Julio
Arlice Sims 26-Jan-2008 17:27
Dear Julio
You probably are aware that Bobby Glenn passed last year. There is a great photo of Bobby and Clyde Gibbs, that my sister Patricia Sims would like to use for the Valentin Dance program. Could you assist her?
Arlice
Kathy Flanagan 18-Jan-2008 02:15
What fun to find this site. My parents moved into 228 when it was brand new. At that time you had to be a WW11 vet.( or so I was told )to get an apartment. I was 18 mos. old at the time. I would love to hear from the Dunleavy girls 228 apt. 1E Also it was good to see Nyra Valle and Norberto in the renunion photos. I also wonder about the Almodovar sisters and Catherine Bisignano from 248 62nd. Will there be a 2008 renunion? I have to come up from Virginia. Thanks, Kathy Flanagan (PS 141, JHS 17, Hughes HS class of 64)
Carol (Fulmer) Parnell 02-Dec-2007 19:39
My brother Brad was married to Manny's wife Barb - could I get her email address to give her family news please. I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you!
Guest 26-May-2007 22:23
Oh I also hear that this is the 60th Neighborhood reunion and a whole lot of peeps will be there including Eric Estrada, I am trying to pull some funds together now to be there, I hate I live so far away in Texas, however I am planning to relocate to Charlotte, NC later in the year. I sure hope to make it this year, I want to see as many peeps as possible.
Guest 07-Mar-2007 15:19
I really envy your pictures.
Julio Rodriguez02-Dec-2006 20:43
Mary, great to hear from you, Have a Merry Christmas and my best regards to you and your family.
...Julio
Mary Arroyo Kostack 02-Dec-2006 01:19
Mary Arroyo Kostack reporting December 2006. I know what it's like to see yourself
at 15 on this site! Wow what a kick. Julio was my classmate and neighbor at 80 Amsterdam. Eddie Ballard was my sweetie and would have been my hubby but Peter came along just in time. Now Peter is with God and I am able to sit and enjoy this site.
Anyone from 1950's? Please say hi! I forget when. I graduated High School in 61 so you do the math. /m
New York gave me my best memories. Julio thanks - I'm in touch with Merrele now. /m
Guest 13-Sep-2006 00:54
Sorry, I was away on business, my name is Kayla Dempster, Jim was a year or 2 ahead of me in school. I've been living in Pennsylvania, but I may be coming back to LI. Is Jim still living in Northport?
Julio Rodriguez21-Aug-2006 03:53
Give me your name and I will ask Jim if he knows you.
Guest 21-Aug-2006 02:00
I went to school w/ a Jim Rodriguez... I know it's a common name, but I figured I would give it a shot. Where does he live now? By the way, your pictures and info on this site are pretty cool -- nice to see people remembering their roots and past.
john ryan 17-Aug-2006 17:42
you've given me great joy with these wonderful pictures and comments. lived a block away but grew up playing ball at 191. john "smokey" ryan
Julio Rodriguez05-Aug-2006 16:47
Yes, I am his father, who is asking?
Guest 05-Aug-2006 06:10
Looking for Jim Rodriguez..... any relation?
Janis Porter 26-Jul-2006 20:32
Hi, Manny,
I also lived in 90 Amsterdam Avenue, Apt. 7D, with my mother Cathryn and two older brothers James and Eric (all deceased). Attended PS 191. Sounds like I missed this year's reunion - someone told me it was going to be in July.

Janis Porter
Manny Byalick 26-Jun-2006 03:52
What a wonderful idea to allow everyone from the projects an opportunity to connect once again. I hope you remember me - Manny byalick, 90 Ansterdam, Apt. 12D..I lived there with my mom, Hilda (deceased), brothers Jack & Leonard and sisters, Carol, Beverly and marion. Will be at the reunion June 2006. Hope we can hook up there.
Sharon Johnson 01-Jun-2006 20:31
Hey Folks...this is so great line of communication still in tack.
I lived in Amsterdam from an infant until Janaury 1975.
frist in 250 w 63 then 60 Amst. Looking foward to seeing some of you @ this year 3-day event!
seji@gmail.com 23-May-2006 15:40
Enjoyed ur work. Susi
Guest 22-May-2006 04:22
HI, my name is Trina Garrow and i used to live at 210 west 64th street apt 6b. My brothers are Ernest and Russell Garrow. If anyboby remembers me, you can e-mail me at babegirl72006@yahoo.com. I also go on yahoo instant message.
Kay Kiernan 08-May-2006 20:54
Hi, My name is Kay Kiernan and I lived at 217 W. 63rd. St. Apt 2E with my parents, four brothers; Dennis, Raymond, Brian and Kevin and my sister, Bernadette. We moved there in 1947 while the buildings on "the Avenue" were still under construction. I remember sitting at my bedroom window and watching the night watchman, "Uncle Benny" making his rounds. Anyone remember him? He's right up there with "Mike, the Ice Cream man". I remember the King, Johnson, Burns, Palmer, LaRusso, Quinlan, Porr, France and Lamont families in our building. I started in St. Paul the Apostle school in Kindergarten and graduated from the 8th grade in 1956. We moved out in 1960 just before I graduated from Cathedral High School. I loved looking at all the old pictures with many familiar faces. Thanks so much Julio for all your time and dedication to this site.
Guest 25-Apr-2006 19:26
Just happened to google my surname and was very surprised to see an old picture of my dad, Achilles Mitskaris, posted on your site. He talks so little about his younger days so this really brought back some memories. He's now lives in the Bronx and has 3 children. If there's any plans for a reunion, please let me know so I can pass the details on to him. Email address: bessala12@cs.com. Thanks for memories!
Jewel 04-Apr-2006 11:54
Who is SRP? You've named a lot of people that were in my class! Wondering if you were you a former classmate. Please respond!
Jewel (Forde) Owens 04-Apr-2006 11:51
William Patterson - How's your brother, Floyd? He was in a few of my classes when we went to St Paul's, and you were either in my brother Martin, or sister, Denise's class back then as well. If he can ever think that far back, tell him that I've sent my regards!
Guest 04-Apr-2006 11:34
Adrianne HIIII! This is Jewel ... Denise's sister. Remember me? Send me an e-mail. Better yet, send one to Denise to (bronxlady51@aol.com).
ADRIANNE CHISOLM 90 #8D 29-Mar-2006 19:32
JULIO
MY NAME IS ADRIANNE CHISOLM> I LIVED IN 90 . THIS IS A GREAT WEBSITE. IT TOOK ME WAY BACK AND MADE ME FEEL SO GOOD. TO SEE SO MANY OF MY GOOD FRIENDS. KEEP
UP THE GOOD WORK.
MY EMAIL IS AGARRISON@PHILA.K12.PA.US. I HOPE TO FIND MANY OF MY GOOD FRIENDS ON THIS SITE
Guest 12-Mar-2006 13:13
looking fof sue fee
Joe Biggs 16-Nov-2005 18:53
Mr. Rodriguez,
My name is Joe Biggs and I live in Durham, NC. I attended North Carolina Central University where I met a wonderful young lady named Janice Toyloy form New York. She dated my cousin in college and we developed a wonderful friendship. The last time I spoke to her was in 1994 and i have been trying to contact her since that time. i happend to google her name and her picture appears on your site. If possible if you can tell her I would like for her to contact me (919-306-5639...joebiggsjr@excite.com) I would appreciate it Thank you!!!!
Ralph Alameda 19-Sep-2005 03:08
misspelled my email:
turbineexhaust@yahoo.com
Ralph Alameda 19-Sep-2005 03:07
hello everyone, this is ralph alameda. recently moved to osceoloa county florida. unfortunately my backup emails did not make it intact. i lost many contacts, so, floyd patterson, pepito, william patterson, gladys curet and anyone else who wishes to contact me can at turbineexhaust@yshoo.com. being in florida i missed the '05 reunion. any pics available? my last reunion 3 years ago is still fresh in my memory. god bless.
SRP 11-Sep-2005 04:10
I just happened to find your website. I saw names of people I hadn't thought of in years, like James Garay, Glenn Fernandez, Mayra Askew, Tina Markis, Linda Ocasio and William Patterson. I graduated from St. Paul's in 1966 and later attended St. Michael Academy, and The City College. A few years after that I became a journalist and on-camera performer
around the country.

Thanks for helping us reconnect with our past!

SRP
William Patterson 02-Aug-2005 02:09
Julio I want to thank you for letting me know about the block fair of 2005.. I really enjoyed myself and say people I hanen't seen for over 30 years. Thanks again for everything
William Patterson 30-Jul-2005 01:37
If James Garay is still out there William Patterson wants to say hey and whats up.. We went to St Pauls together
William Patterson 30-Jul-2005 01:35
Hello my name is William Patterson and the question came up what ever happen to Larry the guard, well when I was living there from the early 50's to late 60's Larry was an older man the so I would really be shocked if he were still around
Tina Makris (now Leslie) 04-Jul-2005 15:44
I just happened to look up "Hutaff Lennon" and came across this site. I grew up with Hutaff (we both lived in 250 West 63 St.). I've been to a few of the reunions and got a letter about something at the end of this month. I've just finished reading through everyone's comments -- boy, do those memories come flying back! I'm going to see if I can find some pictures to add to this great collection.
meridith 03-Jul-2005 22:32
Thank you for having this site.
Julio Rodriguez09-Jun-2005 01:35
William, thanks for leaving a message, I responded to your email address. Basically the next reunion will be 2007, More info in my email to you.
Julio
William Patterson 07-Jun-2005 01:01
Julio I don't know who to turn to . I love going to the Amsterdam reunion but I have no idea if or when it will be this year. I lived there from 1951-1967 Can you help
William Patterson 28-May-2005 00:30
My name is William Patterson. I am one of the original Amsterdam Projects residents from 1953 to 1967 and I try to attend all the reunions when I know it is happening. Does anybody know when the 2005 reunion is going to be? My the way I lived in 249 W.62nd St #3E
Julio Rodriguez03-Feb-2005 00:52
Tom,

I remember Ted well but have no knowledge of where he is now. Thanks for leaving a message about the Mass,

Julio, class of '61
T.C. Murray 02-Feb-2005 23:01
Hello Julio and "Slelzies,"

It is my pleasure to invite the many young men from the Projects who attended POWER MEMORIAL ACADEMY to attend our second annual Mass of Remembrance to be held on Saturday, March 12 at 11:30 a.m. in the Church of St. Paul the Apostle. Bishop Gerald T. Walsh, a Power graduate, '59, will be the principal celebrant. A reception will follow at the Parish Center. For catering purposes, it would be helpful to notify me if you plan to attend.

My best to all.

T.C. Murray, Chair, Remembrance Committee

Also, I am trying to track down Ted Strack and his brother, Sam, who lived in the Projects during the 1950's. Thanks.
Ralph Mendoza tica 12-Jan-2005 03:18
Julio this is Tica I lived in 80 Amsterdam apt 8G and I want to set up with you the pictures i have of the guys of the neiborhood. Please call me @ 718 547-7015 so I could meet you to give you my photo album.
Julio Rodriguez17-Oct-2004 01:51
Al,
thanks for leaving a message, my response to you is the 1000th message left on Skelzie, I was wondering who would do it and I'm very happy to reach this little milestone. If you add the fact that at this moment there are over 300,000 views (hits) of this site, Skelzie has been quite an accomplishment and a tribute to the people who have contributed their pictures and comments.

Give my best to your sister Mary, I hope she gets to see her pictures. And thanks for your story about 9-11 on the WTC gallery. I'm glad you got home safely that evening.

Julio
Al Arroyo 15-Oct-2004 06:35
Julio, I finally made it to your site, after Googling Amsterdam Houses! What with the Power Memorial site, the St. Paul's reunion, and now seeing all those old faces that stir up so many memories, I am deep in the swim in the nostalgia stream! As the old guy used to say, "Thanks for the memories!"
Oliver 05-Oct-2004 21:38
Hi my name is Oliver Quillia. Although I am apart of the latest generation of Amsterdam Projects, I find it funny and overwhelming at how similiar our past was. I grew up in Amsterdam from the early 70's to the late 90's with my grandparents Rizalina Minon and Gaudencio Minon, my uncle Rizal (Nani), my cousin David Alicea, and my brother Bernie. We lived in 217 W. 62nd St., Apt. #5-E. My Grandparents were the first people to reside in that apartment and they raised their 4 children there during the 50's. I guess my uncles had passed on all of those same great games such as 'off the point', 'skelzies', 'kick the can', etc. It's a shame that they aren't enjoyed anymore on the block - on the Ave, at the flagpole, or down the back.
Julio Rodriguez02-Aug-2004 04:35
Nelly, thank you for leaving a message on skelzie, stay tuned to the reunion gallery as I will be posting pictures of the boat ride and the reunion activites. ... Julio
Nelly Roman 02-Aug-2004 00:38

Hi, Ny name is Nelly Roman. I was born and raised in the projects - 60 Amsterdam Apt. 10A(2 brothers - Louie and Saul Roman - Parents - Nelly and Luis. I was just at the reunion in the projects (7/31/04)and boy did I meet w/a lot of people that I have not seen in 30 yrs. Someone at the runion told me about this site and I must say it is really wonderful to see pictures of my neighborhood before I was born and also pictures of St Paul's. I just noticed that Mayra Askew posted a message. This is a wonderful site and I must say seeing old friends and people that I grew up with was just heart lifting. Thank you for this wonderful site. Looking forward to going to SPAS reunion in Sept. I was in the last graduating of 74' of St Paul's after that it closed. again thank you for this great site.

Nelly
Tom "TC" Murray 26-Jun-2004 16:13
Thank you, Julio, for allowing me to post on this website. Congrats on this excellent site and bringing back some happy memories. While I did not live in the projects, I have some positive recollections of many people who lived there through the years. I was a freshman at Power when the projects were built (1948-49)- the rat-a-tat-tat of the drilling with school windows wide open.

As an altar boy at St. Paul's, I taught many boys from the projects how to serve Mass including Frank Desiano who rose to become head of the Paulists; Peter Murray (no relation) who beacme a professor at the University of South Florida; and so many other fine young men.

Many boys from the projects attended CAMP ADRIAN in the Catskills over the years. I stared there as a camper myself (1947) and worked my way up the ranks to become Director and Administrator. The Camp closed its doors in 1969. However, I visited the site for a few days earlier this week. If anyone who attended the Camp is interested, I would be happy to arrange a Camp Adrian reunion somewhere down the line.

I am a retired social studies teacher, having taught in Catholic secondary schools for 38 years. Currently, I am doing quite a bit of writing and serve of the Board of Directors of the Power Memorial Academy Alumni Association. That's what old people do - write and serve on boards of directors.

I am so happy to have discovered this website and the St. Paul's reunion website. Keep up the great job, Julio.

t.c. murray
Red Bank, New Jersey
Carla Spence 22-Jun-2004 13:50
Hello,
We spoke about two years ago sharing online photos of the last boat ride.
Hello,

I (Carla Spence) was born and raised in Amsterdam from 1961 to 1974. We lived in 80 Amsterdam 12E then in 60 Amsterdam #12A. I have 2 brothers that were born here as well. William (Clyde) Spence and Maynard Rowe, Ethel Nelson was my aunt and Elsie Spence is my mother.
I attended the last boat ride and I’m trying to find tickets
I'm trying to find some information about the Amsterdam boat ride July 30th. If you have tickets or information please e-mail me back


Thank you
Carla
cspence@ccny.cuny.edu
Paul Fernandez21-Jun-2004 14:27
Hey!

I hope to make the next Amsterdam Reunion, my brother Glenn really enjoyed the last one. If you haven't heard, there is a reunion coming up open to ALL alumni and ALL staff!!! Please go tohttp://www.geocities.com/spasreunion2004 for more info. See below:

St. Paul the Apostle School (SPAS) Reunion

Date: Saturday, September 18, 2004
Time: 4PM - Midnight
Cost: $59.00 per person
Place: St. Paul's Church Auditorium (forever known as the lunchroom)
There will be beer, wine, soda, water, buffet style dinner, and music available.

* Mass in church at 5:15PM (Fr. Bruce Nieli officiating).

You MUST pre-purchase tickets
Please make Check/Money Order out to:

Christina Hernandez
PO Box 223
East Greenbush, NY 12061

Thanks!
Paul (brother of Alan, Glenn and George, we used to live in 249) Fernandez
Julio Rodriguez10-Jun-2004 00:23
Netfa, I do remember a Ruby in the projects, it probably was you, Bill hung out with guys I know and still contact. I hear from Ernie Ellis, Horace and Bobby Jenkins. I will pass your note on to them. Hope to meet you at the reunion,

Julio
Christopher Reznich 09-Jun-2004 14:20
I lived in 70, Apt. 9G, (parents Paul and Carrie Reznick, myself (aka "Fizzies"), my younger brother Brian) and sang in the Paulist Choristers. If memory serves me, James Garay sang in the choir at the same time. On a recent visit after many years' absense, it was sad to see the high rise where St. Paul Apostle school once stood,

This is a great site, a real labor of love. Many thanks.

Chris Reznich
Guest 19-May-2004 03:05
Hey Julio

I hope you can remember me, I lived in 70 from 1948 until 1962. My name was Ruby Chatman my brother's name Bill Chatman. We have a cousin who lived on 50th Street, her name is Rosie. Bill hung out with Clyde, Harry Davis, Horace, Ernest Ellis, David, Bobby Jenkins, etc. We attended St Paul's, I graduated from the 8th grade with my best friend Cookie (Sonia) Pacheco from 40. She had a sister and two brothers they went to St Paul's also. Angie is Cookie's sister Lawrence was the baby boy and Billy was the oldest boy. Billy went into the service and came out around 1960. In 70 one of my friends was Saundra Farmer her brother was Georgie. There was another good friend Claudette Jackson. I had two children now 42 and 43 years old. Their names are Wanda and Wendy. In the late 60's we were involved in fashion shows which took place at a hotel on 57th street a woman by the name of Lenore produced the shows.

I would love to be a part of the reunion. Please post a responce to me. My name is now Netfa Fodiaba, I live in Rochester New York. Arlise recently got in touch with me and turned me on to this site.
Christina Hernandez 19-Apr-2004 21:57
Hi Julio,
What a terrific site! I am working on the St.Paul's Reunion, September 18, 2004 and would like to give you the info. for everyone to see. Please let me know what I need to send you and how I should send it. Thanks.
Christina
Julio Rodriguez17-Apr-2004 00:54
Hi Dani, I don't know what happens to the messages once they get over a year old, but it is definitely good to hear from you, give my best to Cyd, I hope to be at this years reunion and look forward to meeting you.
Dani 15-Apr-2004 23:44
Hi Julio,
Great website. I posted a message a couple of years back and suppose it's floating out in space somewhere. I checked out "where did you leave in the projects" and enjoyed navigating through it. I'm little sis to Bill & Cyd Hammond. Also little sis to Jr., Iris, Jean, Barbara, Curtis & Russell Manley. Graduated St. Paul's in 1973 and Catherdal H.S. in 1977. I look foward to meeting you and spending time with my Amsterdam family in July this year. Again, thanks for the website and keeping us connected.
Julio Rodriguez30-Mar-2004 21:53
Hi Linda, thanks for writing, somehow I missed your message, but I am glad you wrote. Yes the St. Paul's reunion is getting bigger and bigger, I am starting to think about going. take care, Julio
Bobby Jenkins 29-Mar-2004 20:33
Julio; I checked out the website the other day for undates and was glad to see the "Where did you live in the projects". I send a comment thanking Ernest Ellis for including the Phipps Houses. I sent some names that need to be added to the Phipps Houses. I have more names to be added to Phipps and the projects. Let me know how I can add them. Hope to see you at this years reunion.
Linda Ocasio 29-Mar-2004 05:16
Great job, Julio. I especially love Mikey the ice cream man and Sr. Conrodine!

The Ocasio Family resided at 250 West 61st St., Apt. 4D from about 1958-1969 -- near the benches in the back overlooking West End Ave. (My parents are Emma and Emanuel, and my sisters are Maria and Elaine.) I attended St. Paul's from 1960-69, and was lucky that Dr. Ann Wallace was the principal by the time I graduated. Many of our mothers worked at Holly Blouses in the neighborhood. Looking forward to the St. Paul Reunion that Lindsay Santos and others from the class of '69 are organizing.
"DOC" Rosario 27-Feb-2004 14:48
So many words in my head. Thank you Enid for helping me find this website. Can't imagine a better, more exciting, more interesting childhood than what we had. Great athletes, teams, singers, parents, trustful friends. I was in a fog when i was growing up but there was always someone there to protect me-David Small, Sandy, Gil, & others i can't even recall (esp my brothers). Things i forgot-Lancers, flag pole movies "down the back", faces to go with names. Thank you all for protecting me, for never trying to hurt me, to make my childhood memorable.

God Bless You All,
DOC
westsidegirl 02-Nov-2003 17:47
Julio, what a great web site. I'm so happy to have found it. Although I didn't live in the projects (I lived on 65th and Amsterdam), I had good friends who did live there. And all the neighborhood kids would hang out in what was a rec room there. A man named Eddie was in charge of keeping us in line. My mother's best friend, Peggy Walsh, lived at 70 Amsterdam, and I was there often. I went to P.S. 94 and to Julia Richman, graduating in 1954. Thanks so much for a wonderful stroll down memory lane, I'll return often!
Julio Rodriguez24-Jun-2003 01:56
Carmen, Wow, can't believe you are out there. Thank you for writing. Would you have any pictures back from those days in the 60's and 70's? We are looking for Jose and Virginia, if you remember them. Ray said he thought he remembered seeing some pictures of them. ... Julio
carmen maldonado 21-Jun-2003 21:07
hi julio, i,m the sister of ray, you know him as rafael, and my sister shirley
from 80 amsterdam ave. i move out in 1964. now i live in co-op city
Joanne Healey 18-Jun-2003 00:48
Wow, what a trip down memory lane. I don't know a lot of you, because I was younger than most of you and went to Blessed Sacrament School. But I do remember Chris and Eddie Bennett. I also remember Louie Carvajal, he always made us laugh. I married Robert Dugan in 1972 and we had a son Robert Jason in 1975. He has a son now named Joshua, and I am a proud Grandma. I remember going to the Cave and listening to the Emeralds play. Jimmy Duffy, Robby Dugan, Jimmy Garay and Willie Bo Bo. Love to you all
Julio Rodriguez11-Jun-2003 02:11
Shirley, let me ask you, are you Rays (or Rafi's) sister. I remember Carmen and think Ray had another sister that is not pictured in his gallery, could that be you? In any case, thank you for writing to Skelzie. Speaking of 64th Street, there is a great picture of the street corner in Bonnie's Gallery, go tohttp://www.pbase.com/image/515743 to see it. Go below the picture and change to Original size and check it out. If you remember the names of the stores, please leave a message below the picture.
Also, I remember the guys singing at night, I used to watch them sing from my window, I have been listening to a DooWop Internet radio station and love to hear the acapello sounds of the 50's and 60's.

thanks again for visiting and writing, Julio
Shirley Maldonado 09-Jun-2003 16:47
This really throws me. It brings back so many memories. The Maldonado Family moved to the Amsterdam Projects, 80 Amsterdam Avenue, in 1948. Great memories. We had Pete's grocery store on 64th Street, the candy store right across the street, the hardware store, LEE'S Jeans on the corner of 64th Street, where Lincoln Center now stands. Doe's anyone remember the Good Sheppard Faith Church where we would congregate. The dances at the Y (YMCA). The young fella's that would sing on the corner's. God Bless everyone.
Love you all.
Shirley Maldonado 09-Jun-2003 16:04
Does anyone know how Freddy Baily is?
Joe Bethune 16-Apr-2003 18:29
Dear Julio, (date: 4-14-03)
Each time I come to your site,unfortunatley,I find that a number of the photo's that are listed don't appear,but thier captions do. What gives? Anyway,Iam sorry to announce the death of Rafael "Chama" Cosme! Who until 2 weeks ago resided with his family at 70 Amsterdam Ave,since the way,way back. Finally,its still grand to see(some of it anyways)your great site. You and your family stay well and keep on chuggin'!
WOOF
Julio Rodriguez02-Feb-2003 02:17
The last statement from the reunion committee was that the next reunion would be held in 2005. Of course that is subject to change, and, if so, I will post it in the reunion gallery ASAP. .....Julio
Joyce 01-Feb-2003 14:18
Thanks for a great site!
Is there a reunion date set for 2003?
Geraldine Gleaves Abrams 26-Jan-2003 04:08
I was doing a geneology search for "Gleaves" and came upon the photo of Ted Gleaves. It pleased me to see another African-American named Gleaves who is unknown to me. I grew up in North Carolina.
Wanda Peters 16-Jan-2003 02:44
My name is Wanda Peters & I grew up in 70 amsterdam avenue with colorful memories of the neighborhood & the residents who lived there . I am sorry to have missed the last reunion but I did get to hang out with life-long pal ; Miriam Graham which was a blessing . I truly enjoyed the photos of Eleanor & Denise Underwood , Teressa & Denise Taylor . They are awesome ... I haven't seen those gals in ages ! And , who could ever forget Ronnie Grant ? Like vintage wine he is , just getting better with time ... Thanks Julio , for keeping the memories "green" . I am looking for anyone who might know how to contact Venetia and Sonia Mims formerly of 80 amsterdam . Anyone with info , feel free to contact me . Peace be unto all ......
Pamela Earle-Smith 25-Nov-2002 16:42
Greetings from Georgia,
I lived "down the back" at 247 West 61st Drive with my parents, Sanford & Bunni Earle and my sisters, Toni & Colette. We lived in 2B and then moved up to 4D. We moved up to Washington Heights in '63. I graduated from St. Paul's in '64. Looking through the galleries brought back some serious memories; skating, bike riding and especially sledding down the drive into the circle, playing Potsie, Red Rover & Ringalevio and jumping Double Dutch. I remember listening to the older guys singing doo-wops on hot summer nights, the movies at the flag pole, the Spanish store, Bubba's (on 61st St.)& Mike the ice cream man.
I found some of my class pictures from St. Paul. I would love to come up for next summer's reunion & see everyone.
Moved to Georgia since '83, my husband is from St. Nicholas projects. Our 18 daughter is a senior in high school. Oh, yeah. When I was in the 8th grade, we made a list of what people would be doing when we grew up. They said that I would work for the Phone Company. Well I worked for New York Telephone (at the World Trade Center) and AT&T for 12 years. Now I am a 5th grade teacher. I proudly tell everyone that I grew up in the projects. Who knew we were poor?
Julio Rodriguez25-Nov-2002 02:33
Anthony, Good to hear from you. I student taught at Hughes and I have fond memories of the semester that I taught there. Welcome to Skelzie. ......Julio
Guest 25-Nov-2002 01:56
THANK YOU JULIO FOR SUCH A GREAT WEBSITE. MY NAME IS ANTHONY RIVERA AND I'M A PRODUCT OF THE AMSTERDAM PROJECTS. I LIVED AT 229 WEST 62ND ST. APARTMENT 4B WHICH MY MOTHER STILL LIVES. MY OLDER BROTHERS WERE BERNARDO (BERNIE)WHO WENT TO HARREN H.S. AND ALFRED (FREDDY)WHO ATTENDED CHARLSE EVAN HUGHES H.S. MY TWO YOUNGER BROTHERS WERE RUBEN AND NELSON, BOTH WENT TO ST. PAULS SCHOOL. SO FAR I HAVE CONNECTED WITH TWO ST. PAUL APOSTLE SCHOOL CLASSMATES OF CLASS OF 1968 THANKS TO THIS WONDERFUL WEBSITE.AGAIN THANKS A LOT.
Jennie Millan 11-Oct-2002 00:18
Dear Julio - I am so grateful that we each had someone to turn us on to this website. I share many of the feelings expressed here. We were indeed a wonderful conhesive community made up of all races and religions. Somehow we didn't comprehend that we were different. Those differences seemed to have brought us together in the projects. Our parents did a good job in spite of the economic short comings at that time. Did any of us really feel poor? I think many of us now realize how rich we really were. --- Jennie
Julio Rodriguez07-Sep-2002 04:31
A blast from the past, that was Murray the K's line. Welcome to Skelzie Margie, hope all is well with you and your family. As for the backgrounds and text colors, they are all different, identify the specific gallery you are having problems with and I'll see if I can make it clearer. ...Julio
Margie Holly Walsh 06-Sep-2002 13:59
Thank you Julio for the "blast from the past"! How is it possible to have forgotten so many people and places? Each picture and most names bring a flood of memories long tucked away in our minds and hearts. What a treasure you have uncovered for all of us who grew up in the projects! Thank you so very much for all the hard work and long hours that you must be putting into this incredible effort. God bless you for the joy you are bringing to so many.
Suggestion: Some of your pages with dark colored backgroungs are almost unreadable. Am I the only one having trouble? Perhaps you could use lighter colors as backgrounds so the text will show better.
Thanks again for a fantastic trip down memory lane.
E. Begley 10-Aug-2002 01:22
Hi Julio,
My sister just turn me on to this great website, It brings back the best memories.
I attended ST.Pauls and graduated in 1968, My family lived at 60 amsterdam ave, APT 4A
{the best place to live} But we moved to Phila in Oct.1968 Where I still live.Seeing names from the past and seeing pics are the best


E.Begley
Phila now new york Forever
Julio Rodriguez02-Aug-2002 00:59
Brenda, If your brother is Ernie then I had the pleasure of meeting him. Unfortunately I did not hear him playing on Sunday. Hope to meet you someday, Julio p.s. is that your sisiter Karen at http://www.pbase.com/image/1223475 ??
Brend Ellis 01-Aug-2002 17:49
wow was good seeing people that I have not seen in years. It was good to se a PICTURE OF aRLICE I went to High School with her she was no there last year it ws god to see hr Its been a log time.
Brenda Ellis
Julio Rodriguez29-Jul-2002 04:39
Margaret, I'm sure you will hear from many of us. I'm emailing you a message now. It is really great to hear from you, check out my gallery, I have a picture of you there and I'm sure Mickey will fill you in on everything that has been going on. This weekend was the reunion in NYC, it would have been great to have seen you at that time. Welcome to Skelzie,.....Julio
Margaret Borges (Ammons) 29-Jul-2002 04:16
Julio, I just found out about this great website today(July 28, 2002). My family and I lived at 242 W. 62nd Street from 1954 until mid 1962. I attended St. Paul's and graduated from the St. Joseph branch of Cathedral H.S. in 1962. I was best friends with Mickey Romero and Margie Holly. I have hundreds of photos taken of our old 'gang' during those years. I will be emailing Mickey right away. She and I have not seen each other since 1970 when she visited me and my husband in Denver, Colorado. I hope to set up a time when she and I can visit in person. Her mother and my mother were close friends for many years. I would love to hear from anyone who graudated from St. Pauls in 1958 or from Cathedral in 1962. I always tell people now about the great memories that I have of my life in the projects. We were all poor kids from many differend backgrounds. What I am very proud of is the fact that none of us were ever taught to be prejudiced. Most of us were minorities and poor but proud of who we were. We were taught respect and we were taught how to love God and our fellow man. I hope to hear back from others.
Julio Rodriguez12-Jul-2002 15:12
Pam, what a lovely comment, thank you for visiting the site and contributing your thoughts. I'll pass it on to others in the group, so you may get some old friends writing you. Hope to meet you at the reunion..........Julio
Pam 12-Jul-2002 05:52
Grace and Peace. My name is Pam Washington Clarke, 80 Amst.#12-C. My brother was Glenn Washington aka Butch (Butchie) who died in Viet Nam in 1969. I've spent the past couple of hours looking through the galleries and am totally intrigued. I could not be more proud of where I grew up. We were taught values, were God-fearing, respectful, and hard-working. I remember going to Religious Instruction on Thursdays, services at Good Shepherd, Guggenheim for dental appointments, dances at the center, special yard dances at P.S.191, Ms. Duncan was my Girl Scout leader, Haren (sp?) H.S., 59th St. pool, Central Park, house parties,Mikey's, skating down the steps on 63rd Street, hanging out "down the back", LeGrande's boat rides,Bear Mountain, 4th of July (fireworks) in Riverside Park, movies at the Flag Pole, little houses East of Amst. before Lincoln Center was ever thot of,Parades on Easter and Thanksgiving, running from house to house on Holidays ( most any day), dancing the "Latin" which we called it at the time, the mothers who were so special, who looked out for us and kept us in line, who weren't afraid to put us in check, from the Avenue to down the back. Oh I could go on and on. I just Bless God for each and everyone of you because no matter what my relationship to you was, my life is the richer for having been brought up in a place of love and caring. I attended 2001 reunion along with my four children and my grandson, I commend all of you who worked so diligently to make the day a success and that it was. I'll miss you all this year, but you are forever in my heart and spirit. May you be Blessed abundantly, God Speed. Love, Pam!
Julio Rodriguez10-Jul-2002 20:16
Arlice, your Mom is athttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/mungin in the Mungin Gallery page 4. I'm sorry to hear of her passing and I do hope to meet you at the reunion since many people have mentioned your name to me......Julio
Arlice E. Sims 10-Jul-2002 17:31
I haven't visitied this site since last year. There where some differnent photo's which I can't find anymore. One of them was of my mother Esther Sims, she pasted in January 2001.
Question are they stored or dio you changed them on a regular basis with new photo's?
However the site is great, and I look forward to meeting you in July. Thanks for the memories, a cliche but none the less it's the truth. Bless you Julio. Arlice
Julio Rodriguez09-Jul-2002 17:56
Jim, I don't remember you but other people who frequent this site do. I passed your message on so you might get some old friends writing you. Thanks for the message, hope to see you at the reunion.
.....Julio
James "Jimbo" Garay 08-Jul-2002 00:33
Hi Julio

I don't know if you remember me but I was Michael Garay's "Little Brother". I lived
in 229 West 62nd Street, Apartment 6C. This was the same building Eric "Popo" Estrada
lived with his sister Ata. I attended St. Paul The Apostle school and my brother
graduated from Power Memorial. I remember the evening Relay Races with "The Nobles"
and basketball games in the back. I was a member the the soul group "The Emeralds"
with Robert Dugan, the late Willie Jackson, Michael Perez, Jim Duffy.

I have been living in in Southern California since 1978 and married to an Englewood
Cliffs women I met while attending William Paterson University in 1976. We have two
children, Lea, 21 and Dustin 19. As a matter a fact my daughter is there visiting her
grandparents for a month. I will try to make your next reunion with my family.

Congraulations on a great web site.
MYRA ASKEW 20-Jun-2002 21:12
THIS IS SUCH A GREAT WEBSITE. JULIO I'VE BEEN MEANING TO RESPOND ON YOUR GREAT WORK EVER SINCE
ANGIE SUAREZ TOLD ME OF YOUR SITE IN FEB., 2002.I'VE PASSED IT ON TO OTHERS WHO HAVE LIVED IN AMSTERDA
I GREW UP IN 250 WEST 63RD ST. I HAVE A OLDER BROTHER NAME JOE WHO ATTENDED ST PAULS AND
POWER MEMORIAL. I ALSO HAVE A OLDER SISTER NAME DENISE WHO ALSO ATTENDED ST PAULS AND
ST. JEANS THE BAPTIST H.S.
I HAD SO MUCH FUN AT THE 2001 REUNION!!! I'VE RECENTLY BEEN IN CONTACTED WITH SOME ALUMNI FROM
ST PAULS CLASS OF 1973, AND WE WANT TO HAVE REUNION FOR 2003. IT WOULD BE NICE IF IT COINCIDED
WITH THE 2003 AMSTERDAM REUNION.
CYD I WANT TO TELL YOU THAT YOUR PICTURES ARE GREAT. THE ONE PICTURE OF YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER
IN FRONT OF THE WORLD TRADE CENTER WAS VERY SPECIAL FOR ME. YOUR PICTURES FROM ST PAULS
WERE FANTASTIC AND BROUGHT BACK A LOT OF MEMORIES.
DAVID WALSH WHO LIVED IN 70 AMSTERDAM AVE AND ATTEND ST PAULS AND GRADUATED WITH THE
CLASS OF 1970, YOU NEED TO CHECK OUT CLASSMATES.COM THERE ARE ALOT OF YOUR FELLOW CLASSMATES
WHO ARE REGISTRED THERE. I BELIEVE YOU GRADUATED WITH MY SISTER DENISE. I ALSO STAY IN CONTACT
WITH ANGIE SUAREZ.
THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN JULIO FOR CREATING THIS WEBSITE :)
Julio Rodriguez15-Jun-2002 02:39
Glenn, thank you,...... be sure to check back in Cyd's Gallery for a response to your comments. See you at the reunion............Julio
Glenn Fernandez 14-Jun-2002 21:47
Congratulations and thanks for setting up this website. I have advised my 3 brothers of its presence and they will be delighted as well. We lived "down the back" at both 247 W.61st Drive and 249 W.62nd St. We moved to NJ in 1972. 3 of us graduated from St. Paul's and Power with the youngest completing school in NJ.

I hope to meet you at the reunion on 26 July.
Julio Rodriguez21-May-2002 23:07
George, Good to hear from you. I guess I remember the Quintana girls but not the boys. I'll tell Gloria to look for your comments. Welcome to Skelzie. And, go to Ivan's Gallery 2, page 3, you have been identified in a picture on that page. ...Julio
George Quintana 21-May-2002 12:45
Julio, congratulations on this site as it brings back many fond memories. The Quintana family lived on the 3rd floor in apt, 3A. Gloria, Iraida, Ana, George Jr, Wizlo and yours truly, George Luis.
Julio Rodriguez27-Apr-2002 04:35
Joh,
Welcome to Skelzie, thanks for kind comments, hope to meet you at the reunion......Julio
David Walsh 24-Apr-2002 01:28
LiVED IN 70 AMSTERDAM AVENUE APT 6E...WENT TO ST PAUL THE APOSTLE GRAD 1970. HUNG OUT WITH THE BENNETTS 12D......LYDONS & STANLEYS (60 AMSTERDAM).
Joh 22-Apr-2002 23:03
Dear Julio
My buddy Arlice Sims hipped me 2 your site and I was wiped out! The reunion committee back here at the old Amsterdam Ranch has big holes in its mailing list and only recently began to use the 'web' and there still aways from getting it all down. Infact since Spencer Mayfield(RIP)no 2 people can agree on the mailing list or even who knew who when and how BUT thats another story. Safe to say your site is literally a godsend! Thanks so very very much! Joh
Julio Rodriguez21-Apr-2002 21:21
Thank you Kenny, I hope to see you there also. I'll pass your message around to the Internet group to see if anybody knows you. ... Julio
kenny 21-Apr-2002 20:54
nice work julio......grew up in the project myself....born and lived there,25 years,hope to be at the re-union....thanks for the site..70 amsterdam avenue....best building in the projects.....all 8 of us grew up in the projects.....the bennetts
Debbie 14-Mar-2002 20:55
MY SISTER SENT ME A FORWARDED PICTURE OF OUR 4TH GRADE CLASS (CYD HAMMONDS GALLERY) - IT'S SO GREAT! WE GREW UP IN THE PROJECTS - 242 W. 63RD ; GRADUATED IN 67' - ANYONE ELSE AT THAT TIME? I CAN'T BELIEVE THERE IS AN AMSTERDAM WEB SITE. THANKS SO MUCH.

DEBBIE
Julio Rodriguez08-Mar-2002 04:07
Cyd, I enjoy setting up these galleries and yes they are ours to look at and enjoy. I hope you make it to the next reunion, I look forward to meeting you. ....Julio
Cyd Hammond 08-Mar-2002 00:10
Hi Julio, Thank you for The Cyd Hammond Gallery. You did a great job. Thank you for taking us all back to our roots.. Your hard work on these "Our Galleries" is appreciated. I say our galleries because they really belong to each one of us. May God continue to bless and keep you. Thanks again. Cyd


















Julio Rodriguez01-Feb-2002 03:53
Chu, it will be my pleasure to set up a gallery for you. I emailed you so you know what to do. We look forward to Chu's Gallery....Julio
Charles Underwood 29-Jan-2002 10:31
Mr.Rodriguez,
I don't know you but, I know many of the people with galleries as well as those making comments ( Donovans,Donghys, Mungins, Ellis', Jeffersons,Williams and more) personally and socially. The projects being started or completed in 1947 making 1959-1965 sort of the first families of the project community. My brother Robert and sister Estelle fall into that bunch. I graduated HS in 1971 and would like space for my pictures of which I'm sure many will share fond memories.


Life after 1965
chu
Julio Rodriguez19-Jan-2002 01:40
Michael, thanks for leaving a comment, I'm sure some old friends will write you. Look in the reunion gallery for the latest newsletter that tells about this year's reunion and the Valentines Day fund raising dance. Hope to meet you at the reunion, that boat trip sounds like fun......Julio
Michael G. Williams 18-Jan-2002 00:28
70 and 90 Amsterdam Rosa Marie,Reggie,Jerome,Michael and Carl, just want say hi to the people in my hood and around the way! Pray all is well with you and yours. The Jackson's of 248 are alive and well. Woudl love to hear from all who recall (us) See you at the next event God welling! Send a word or two: Michaelbsw2msw@aol.com
Michael G. Williams 18-Jan-2002 00:27
70 and 90 Amsterdam Rosa Marie,Reggie,Jerome,Michael and Carl, just want say hi to the people in my hood and around the way! Pray all is well with you and yours. The Jackson's of 248 are alive and well. Woudl love to hear from all who recall (us) See you at the next event God welling!
Julio Rodriguez26-Oct-2001 22:19
Terrie, Welcome to Skelzie, thank you for leaving a comment. Julio
TERRIE MARTIN 26-Oct-2001 20:46
JULIO AND JOHN (DONAGHY) I WENT TO SPAS, GRADUATED IN 1964 MY SISTER KATHLEEN IN 1963 AND MY SISTER IRENE IN 1962. LIVED AT 216 AMSTERDAM AVENUE APT 4E. MY SISTER KATHLEEN IS NOW IN CONTACT WITH ENID FROM ANOTHER WEB SITE. IN THE PICTURE YOU HAVE POSTED IT IS NOT SHOWING THE WHOLE THING, BUT IF IT WERE I AM IN THE 2ND ROW 4TH SIT FROM THE FRONT. I HAVE BEEN JUST FOUND HENRY ESTRADA AND JIM RUDERER (HE IS IN THE SAME ROW WITH JOHN 1ST GUY) I DO REMEMBER PLAYING SKELZIE AND EATING WRIGGLEY CHIPS THAT COST 5c (STORE WAS DOWN THE ST FROM THE SCHOOL) WITH A YAHOO.
Julio Rodriguez22-Oct-2001 03:00
Danny, thank you sir! i appreciate that, Julio
dannyingellis 20-Oct-2001 18:40
Julio....somehow I missed commenting on the entire concept.....great job, glad to reconnect with so, so many people from the GREAT AMSTERDAM PROJECTS!.....Glad to be a part of the galleries.....the memories are awesome...Regards to all......Danny Ingellis
enid gonzalez 18-Oct-2001 22:13

Hello Julio, I have in my posession, the reunion book of the 1987 Amesterdam reunion. In it are pictures of the Ugarte brothers; a picture of 40 amsterdam ave building, Tommy Whynne, etc. Do you have this copy? It has great pictures. If you do have it let me know, otherwise when I do my gallary, I will include the pictures. Please let me know. Eva and I have found some wonderful pictures and thanks to you, we were able to laugh and remember a wonderful time in our lives. Thank you again!
Enid Gonzalez

PS: Does anyone remember Sammy Gonzalez? He used to hang out in the projects and play baseball. He is my uncle.
enid gonzalez 18-Oct-2001 22:09

Hello Julio, I have in my posession, the reunion book of the 1987 Amesterdam reunion. In it are pictures of the Ugarte brothers; a picture of 40 amsterdam ave building, Tommy Whynne, etc. Do you have this copy? It has great pictures. If you do have it let me know, otherwise when I do my galary, I will include the pictures. Please let me know. Eva and I have found some wonderful pictures and thanks to you, we were able to laugh and remeber a wonderful time in our lives. Thank you again!
Enid Gonzalez
Guest 15-Oct-2001 16:18

Hi Danny,
If you check out Pat Millers gallery, you will find your picture in here ST. Pauls pictures. This has been an aweome experience for us all and certainly a distraction from all that is happening in the world. Again, thank you Julio!!
REgards, Enid Gonzalez
Julio Rodriguez12-Oct-2001 21:19
Danny, Welcome to skelzie, Pat Miller is adding to her gallery so check it again. Thanks for the compliments and enjoy the site. Julio
Guest 12-Oct-2001 18:35
ENID GAVE ME THIS SITE--GRADUATED FROM ST. PAULS 1963--LIVED ON 56ST 9TH AND 10TH AVE.--HAD MANY SCOOLMATES FROM THE PROJECTS---BELIEVE IT OR NOT I AM BACK IN THE SAME BUILDING ON 56TH ST THAT I GREW UP IN---WAS BORN IN HELL'S KITCHEN AND SHALL DIE HERE--SO MANY MEMORIES WHEN I WALK INTO ST. PAUL'S CHURCH---DANNY G.
Julio Rodriguez02-Oct-2001 20:48
Enid and Eva: Thank you for the info on yourselves. You can see me in my Gallery http://www.pbase.com/skelzie/julio along with others of my timehttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/individual and David now has his own galleryhttp://www.pbase.com/skelzie/david note that the In Box is temporary. For a recent pic of me see America Gallery In Northport and in Patriotic Gallery, I lived in 80 Amsterdam, left the projects in 1965, returned in 2001 in June, then in July for the annual Reunion. Enid has my email address, feel free to write me, I miss PR, Julio
Guest 02-Oct-2001 17:31

Hello Julio,
What a wonderful gift this is to all those from the projects and west side. Where are you from Julio and do you have a picture of yourself.? I am going to scan pictures that I have from the 59th street pool.
I hope no one was lost in the great tradegy. Thank you Julio for this!!! God Bless all!

Enid Gonzalez
from Puerto Rico
Guest 02-Oct-2001 16:56
Julio,
Enid & I and I lived at 40 Amsterdam Ave. #1G my mom is Santa and my Dad is Rudy Gonzalez our neighbors were Aida & Frank Rivera which are Angie Rivera's mom & Dad who is married to Ruben Franco... my other neighbors were The Simms Family.. Tyrone Simms (Hoppy), Yvonne and Brenda Simms..Crawford & Curtis Artis ..I could just go on and on... Talk to you later.... by the way where did you live........See Ya
Eva
Julio Rodriguez02-Oct-2001 15:00
Eva, (la loca), thank you for the compliments, enjoy the site, Julio - p.s. where did you live in the projects?
Eva Gonzalez 02-Oct-2001 13:59
Julio..
This is a fantastic idea... my sister Enid and I keep on talking about the projects constantly.. one of the things my sister was commenting on this weekend was, " You know Eva, I always thought the word Down the Back was one word...downtheback" We laughed and enjoyed one of our many thoughts about all of you... thay have meant sooo much to us in our lives....Love you all
Eva (La Loca)
Julio Rodriguez28-Aug-2001 19:23
Donald, thank you on behalf of all the people who have contributed to these galleries. If you or your family have pictures that go back to the 60's at the projects, I would be happy to scan them for you and set up a gallery for you. Again, we thank you for your kind comments and keep tuning in, this site continues to grow. Julio (skelzie1959@aol.com)
Don Jefferson 28-Aug-2001 19:07
Julio, The entire Jefferson Family from 90 Amst. Ave. would like to commend you on the brillant job you've done. (Ted Jr. Willie -Russell-Goldie-Richard-Vernice-Tony and myself Donald.

May God Bless all those who came and still live in the greatest project of all times.
Guest 28-Aug-2001 03:42
Peace,
Thank you so much. You have brought so much smiles to a whole lot of people. I'm living in Ft.Lauderdale,Florida and was very disappointed that I couldn't attend the reunion. To my surprise, my brother, Donald let some of my "kindergarden classmates" call me with his cell phone. Words cannot express how I felt...Another surprise for me is that I have connected with another family from the projects that live here. Thank you again, Julio for being so kind and generous.
Julio Rodriguez27-Aug-2001 18:33
Willie, Good to hear from you, I lived at 80 Amsterdam so we were neighbors. Hope you enjoy the site, I'll tell Ivan about your message. Julio
jefferson, willie 27-Aug-2001 14:04


Dear Julio,
I was so glad to know you started a website for the Amst. project
fellows. Iam in florida visiting my brother Ted Jefferson and helet me
read a letter from Ivan Donovan. Excellent idea and keep up the good
writing.
Willie Jefferson
(90 Amst.)






Julio Rodriguez14-Aug-2001 22:32
My pleasure Ernie, you have my email address, don't be a stranger, hope to see you at the next reunion, Ivan got a copy of your email too, he definitely remembers you. You made my day with that email. Julio
ernest ellis 14-Aug-2001 19:54
julio - thanks for putting me in touch with my past and with new old friends
Pat 13-Jul-2001 03:03
SURPRISE,SURPRISE SURPRISE--I'm running late for work,Butch got the big GOTCHA this time and will be writing ASAP. You win!!!---AGAIN
Julio Rodriguez29-Jun-2001 22:23
Joe, I originally had him as Barry and Aida corrected me. Do you remember the old song by Leslie Gore? "It's my party" , well, it's her gallery!! :o).
joe 29-Jun-2001 21:23
In "Aida's Gallery" the fellow with the beer can is Barry not Danny English. I never saw Danny in a sport coat (which is not to imply that he did not have one).
Julio Rodriguez24-Jun-2001 15:54
Joe, my pleasure, and of course thanks to all the people who made phone calls and sent e-mails to gather the gang around the country. It all started with an email to you, so thank you and your great sisters who followed up and brought back the "old gang". Julio
joe 24-Jun-2001 15:32
Julio, I'm exhausted! What a wonderful collection you have put together. How about an exhibit at MOMA? Thanks for all the time, love and work you have put into this project.