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George House ’50

While George House ’50 had an extensive career in education as principal of James Lick and Santa Teresa high schools he was also an accomplished athlete and sportsman. At Santa Clara University, he played four years of football and was on the 1950 winning Orange Bowl team. He also served two years in the Navy […]

Robert Garibaldi ‘64

Robert Garibaldi ’64 hit big early in his baseball career when he won the 1962 College World Series most outstanding player award. Bob is the only player from Santa Clara University to ever win that award and he also set a strikeout and innings-pitched record in the series. He signed with the San Francisco Giants […]

Joan Smith ‘71

Born in Bozeman, Montana, Joan Smith ’71 came to the Bay Area from a land of big skies and wild terrain. She attended Santa Clara University before receiving her RN from UCSF. Joan died Aug. 28, 2021, and is survived by her husband Bruce.

Perry Olsen ’71

Following in his grandfather’s footsteps Perry Olsen ’71 became a freemason. He served as master of Pajaro Lodge and later joined the Order of the Eastern Star as worthy patron of the Santa Cruz Redwoods Chapter. Perry also had a passion for music, backpacking, and sailing. He fell in love with the Grateful Dead in […]

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