Reunion Class Of 1958 ‘all shook up’ When Elvis Makes An appearance

December 26, 2013 Contributor

OSWEGO, NY – The King of Rock and Roll was discovered alive and well at the Oswego High School class of 1958’s 55th reunion held recently.

Friends and members of the Oswego High School class of 1958 share memories and hugs at their 55th reunion. From left are Dawn Thompson, Donna Quonce Lupien, Donna (Thompson) Babcock, Sharon (Babcock) Johnson, Pat (Ferguson) Furman and JoAnn (Virgo) Cloonan.
Friends and members of the Oswego High School class of 1958 share memories and hugs at their 55th reunion. From left are Dawn Thompson, Donna Quonce Lupien, Donna (Thompson) Babcock, Sharon (Babcock) Johnson, Pat (Ferguson) Furman and JoAnn (Virgo) Cloonan.

The two-day event kicked off Friday night with an ice breaker at Vona’s Restaurant.

As the classmates gathered Saturday night at the 1881 Steakhouse for dinner and mingling, they were treated to a visit by Elvis himself (Tom Gilbo).

Still able to execute his signature moves, he performed a variety of his top hits such as “Love Me Tender” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” ending the evening with “Amazing Grace” and a standing ovation.

“We were transported back to our high school days in the ’50s with Elvis,” Sharon Johnson said. “We threw our cares away and felt young again.”

“It was great seeing everyone again and it made us feel young at heart,” JoAnn Cloonan added. “Everyone enjoyed reminiscing and stayed even after Elvis left the building.”

Elvis (Tom Gilbo) made a surprise appearance at the Oswego High School class of 1958's 55th reunion held recently.
Elvis (Tom Gilbo) made a surprise appearance at the Oswego High School class of 1958’s 55th reunion held recently.

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