(Note: We are still technically a for-profit company, so your (, Happy Birthday Eric Owen and may everyday be HAPPY!!! Why's it so FOGGY in here???" (. Hubby was just talking about Dirty Dancing the other day. Hi Missy-Jo! In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland A's ball girl and one of the first . (, I'm sorry to hear how things are. (, This would have been Daddy's 61st b-day. (, I feel for ya. Also, thank you to everyone who once participated in the board, making it as popular as it was back in the day. The sex appeal of the two teens with Sivyer by the Oakland Athletics bullpen and Barry on the first base side caught the eye of fans and other owners. Show your support by donating any amount. Some stories were cut to pare the book down to 140,000 words. (. Privacy Policy. In 1971, Mary Barry dressed in hot pants and took her position near first base, scooping up foul balls and attention from fans and national media as an Oakland As ball girl and one of the first females hired to work on a Major League baseball field. Missy-Jo, I'm always in your corner, even when I can't find the energy to drag myself out of mine. She Whatever became of actor Sean Garrison? Contact her at lou@johnsonandfancher.com. If they're messing with me, they're leaving somebody else alone. Before I ban anybody I also report them to voy as spam. (. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. (, Glad I could help, even though I I know you didn't get what you REALLY wanted, maybe next year! Kevin Von Erich -- Surviving Von Erich brother. IRS delays tax deadline for Bay Area, but California hasn't followed: What should you do? Debbi was one of the first ones he hired. She was Danny I found the address for Lydia Bruce! (. He apparently hosts a show on WWE 24/7 with Michael Hayes, but we don't get that service here. I was wondering what ever happened to actress Pamela Ferdinand? (, Barbara has started a new obits board (link inside), And trust me on this Chronicler was NOT the problem at the old now defunct obits board. jlp- I can't believe it! Mostly, they cherished a cast of quirky, brawling, and high-caliber players like Vida Blue, Catfish Hunter, Rollie Fingers and others. (, I used to watch wrestling some when I was little, and would be visiting my papaw. Like many of Finleys innovations, the ball girl novelty would develop around other MLB stadiums in upcoming years and are still used in some ballparks today though maybe not as sexily attired. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. (, Actress Jo Aann Sayers aka Miriam Lucille Lilygren Born: 10/22/1918 (, Thanks to Lordhelmut From StarTiger found and posted a contact address!! That's the beauty of being a paid member editing! (, Added a bit of holiday color - Missy-Jo, if you don't like it, go ahead and change it. Shirley Coates is still alive and living in Villa Park Ca. (. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. That didnt hurt either.. (, Happy 94th Birthday to Erna Dee Dove Smith. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. He was narcissistic, called all the shots, was his own general manager, said Turbow. (, It's not my board, it's Missy-Jo's, I just help her. Get this image in a variety of framing options at Photos.com. (, Sheriff concludes wrestler Chris Benoit murder-suicide probe, Maybe now Mr. Benoit's and his wife's families can get some closure. Thanks for posting this. I send Barbara best wishes too--I think of her every day. The standoff went on for six weeks, with dwindling attendance in Blues absence crippling the team. No more than 7 images from any single MLB game, workout, activity or event may be used (including online and on apps) while that game, activity or event is in progress. I had the time wrong. The teams mule mascot, Charlie O., won fans oddly fervent devotion that Barry still feels, but cant explain. 2023 Getty Images. (, Thanks so much for your message, Kathy! He never moved here from Chicago. Mom's got a big hole in one room, termites have been dining on it forever, Barbara called Peggy!! Joining an audience at a Distinguished Speaker Series presentation at the Lafayette Library to hear best-selling Oakland sportswriter Jason Turbow introduce his new book about the As, Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic, Barry said after the event, Im still an As fan.. (1972 photo by Ron Riesterer) Saw Kevin On WWE's RAW Earlier This Year (. I knew Gerry was having health problems but not Jack. No commercial uses without permission. But Vida knew he could get more.. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot concedes defeat, Southern California home sales fall to all-time low, Denver just got a direct flight to this Caribbean island known for music history and vegetarian cooking, NYC Mayor Adams dismisses need to separate church and state, declares himself a servant of God, Zero-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. is a freelance writer. Thanks, y'all. I was scared of Gary but will miss him. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. He had remarried. To learn what Missy-Jo, Francesca and I go through, read on! The standoff went on for six weeks, with dwindling attendance in Blues absence crippling the team. I hope you weren't in any of the storms. Scott Adams faces 'consequence culture' as U.S. newspapers drop Dilbert, Tom Cruise's 'ditching' of Suri showcased by Judd Apatow's 'co-parenting' joke, ex-Scientology exec says. (, Whatever happened to steve and Shaun Simpson, According to an article online. As of 2012 she was alive I contacted her in Florida and she autographed a photo for me. Trust me, I know. Ultimately, it was because he never integrated with his team into the fabric of the community, Turbow said. (. I'll leave this message here so she can see your apology (, Thanks, Kathy. VonErich autographs and old WCCW merchandise, Kevin, I've found some on eBay but I never win the auctions. MAJOR prayers headed your way! It doesn't bother me, David. (, I find almost all the information I post by using Google. If you haven't already located herBest of Luck jlp (, Actress Ruth Warren?? He belongs to the circus of sports entertainment. IMDB lists Norah Baring having had died Feb. 8 1985 from natural causes. Happy 4th Birthday to Mommy's Sweetie, Eric Owen Lee Black. When asked about why he brought in Barry and Sivyer, Finley told the media, I wanted to get the female interested in baseball., When it was suggested that the Oakland Athletics ballgirls mainly intrigued men as well as many teenage boys like myself back then (Hey, Mary Barry, are you out there reading this? Love you too, got you in my prayers. But Finleys oddities and frugality didnt guarantee prosperity; it often hurt the team and fans, according to Turbow. (. Start out small and expand to a nationwide chain. (, Thank you, Ms. Kathy. Fooled you! Since no one has been using it for its intended purpose, I am closing the board, at least temporarily. Would dismantling Interstate 980 repair damage to Black neighborhoods? Outside of the Oakland Athletics ball girls, the best-known ballgirl in major league history may well be Marla Collins, who in 1986 was dismissed after she removed her Cubs uniform to pose nude for Playboy. I know she would appreciate any good thoughts, wishes and prayers y'all could send for her and her sons, as they still are trying to come to terms with their new reality. Good luck Jerry. They are both very real. So very sorry to hear all of this. You're welcome. I need y'all. I'm trying to find out, Danny. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Miss Manners: I shouldn't call because the phone scares people? Gotta hurry to post this, power keeps flicking on and off, even though there's not a cloud in the sky. She became Mrs. Fields Cookies of the empire cookie chain? said Barry. (, As of 2012 she was alive I contacted her in Florida and she autographed a photo for me. I'm still planning to contact you via past stuff. Sivyer had a habit of serving cookies to the umpires between innings that led to her opening a small cookie shop in Palo Alto in 1977. Sivyer, who came up with the idea to serve the umpires her homemade cookies, later married and became Debbie Fields, eventually opening her cookie shop in Palo Alto in 1977 Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chippery. Sisters to Actress Joan Leslie? (. (, Kathy. (, Yes both are still alive as of Oct. 2015. (. I'm so sad. I hope he's found OK. (, Joe will be on an episode of Touched By An Angel on Hallmark Channel, Monday, March 2 (, Sorry Mercedes - deleted your message because of the troll attraction. I've been MIA and missed info. VoyForums Announcement: Programming and providing support for this service has been a labor of love since 1997. That was the background I used on the obit board when I first set it up. Where is actress Catherine Burns?? I love them, always have. He had a picture of Sal Bando on the wall behind him, so I said, Sal Bando. I wanted the job.. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. Inger Stevens died April 30th 1970. Whatever Happened To Former Oakland A's BallgirlMary Barry, Whatever Happened to Former Oakland A's Ballgirl Mary Barry, Pro Wrestlers Dr. Death Steve Williams and Jake The Snake Roberts, Thanks, David. Along with each 1970s championship season, a major off-field drama developed. I was sure that it was "Kevin". I'm sorry to keep "abandoning" you. The floor is history. Why was there no geographic loyalty? the man asked. But fans need not worry that As history will be lost. I'm the source of the VE's being here, Jean. Mercedes actually IS real?? Flash forward to 2017, the Pleasant Hill professional massage therapist dresses more conservatively, but is no less enamored by her favorite Bay Area team. Doing my best, let me know if I cross the line. (. He does a lot of theater work now, which is where he started. Bluegrass music and buried in her housecoat, looking better than she had in years. I'm a little late on the wishes, 'S'ok. (, Hey Jackass, when did barbara call Kathy a troll. Saw this post regarding Scottie - sad to tell you Rest In Peace, Retha Ann Sales Murders. I'm so sorry about Barbara. Turbow, (also author of The Baseball Codes) inconversationwith former sports editor of the San Francisco Chronicle Glenn Schwarz, said Finley was the maelstrom at the teams center. As for trolling, Thanks for keeping the peace, Kathy. (, You haven't abandoned anything or anybody! (. During the interview for the job, Finley asked Barry to name her favorite ball player. Love you too! As soon as I deleted one another would appear. (, I've been trying to find him- haven't had any luck- if I do I'll post! PayPal Acct: He shot out ideas right and left: designated hitter, colorful uniforms but he also pushed for an orange ball. Innovations that stuck included night World Series games and opening the series on a Saturday. Aren't they pretty, Barb? Roses - LOL! Mommy loves you, Bubby. (, Don't have anything on-topic, but I'm touching base on all the boards, so Hi everybody! Anyone remember her 100 years old if still alive? It's so sad. Hi again Missy Jo! Kathy lives in Rome. Of course, it still wasn't enough, so I'm headed back now, but, I'm late in sending Birthday wishes too, but have a great year and a great life- make everyday your special day!! I will miss you. Diamond Dallas Page mistakenly comments that Jerry Brisco died. Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. Boy, he's growing. Love ya bunches. But Kathy, I don't have that. Looking back at Ruben Sierra with the Oakland As, Remembering former As, Yankees utility man Hector Lopez, Oakland As reach inevitable mark with 100th loss, Oakland As announce 2023 Hall of Fame class, Conner Capel makes Oakland As history by taking field. (Manager) Dick Williams hammered fundamentals that made them great.. Things are bad physically and financially so I haven't been around but love ya. (. (, Does anyone know what became of Actress Rosella Towne ? 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