Br. JOE PALAZZOLA

Joe Palazzola - September 2008 - Phi Delt lunch in Woodland Hills - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley - Photo by Jerry Fecht (click on image to enlarge)
Brother Joe Palazzola was born on the 20th of January in Wyandotte, Michigan. He attended Lincoln Park High School in Michigan. Joe was initiated into the Phi Delta Psi Fraternity in the Fall of 1961.
Joe at one time owned several Wendy's franchises. In 2005 he owns a vending company out of Van Nuys Airport, called A Matter of Taste.
Joe and Rebecca live in Camarillo, California.

Br. DENNIS SKINNER

Dennis Skinner c. 1966 - Photo scanned by LeRoy Hunt - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley - 2008 (click on image to enlarge)
Br. Dennis Arlin Skinner was initiated into the Brotherhood of Phi Delta Psi in the Spring of 1960. He was a member of Alpha Chapter at Los Angeles Valley College
Dennis received his AA degree from Valley College in 1963. He earned a BA degree from Woodbury University in 1966, after which he served as an officer in the US Army Signal Corps. He is a graduate of North Hollywood High School. His birthday is in May 28.
In 2004, the Skinners are retired and enjoying life in the California desert. Dennis, long an avid tennis player, has taken up golf, and is a caregiver for his 90 year old mother who lives nearby.
The Skinner's son Kristopher, is a Captain in the US Army Infantry, 10th Mounted Division, returned from Iraq in September of 2003. He plans to continue his education, seeking an MBA degree in 2004.
Suzy and Dennis have another son Jeff, who is married and a grandson "big Jeff."

Br. ROBERT BARNOWSKY

Bob Barnowski - Photo taken in Mississippi in 1968 - Photo scanned by LeRoy Hunt - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley -2008 (click on image to enlarge)
Brother Bob Barnowski was born on the 12th of June. He is a graduate of James Monroe High School in the San Fernando Valley. Bob was initiated into the Phi Delta Psi Fraternity in the Spring of 1966. He transferred to Victor Valley College in 1968. Bob entered the United States Air Force that same year.
Bob is sometimes called Robert Merrill. His wife may be Bertha, and a daughter may be Janet.

Br. Thornton Rodgers

Thorny Rodgers - likely 1968 pledge photograph - Scanned by LeRoy Hunt - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley 2008 (click on image to enlarge)

Brother Thornwall Rogers was born on the 12th of September in Hollywood, California. He graduated from John Burroughs High School in Burbank, California. Thorwall was the 627th initiate of the Phi Delta Psi Fraternity in the Spring of 1968 in Beta Chapter. Throny served the Brotherhood as Recording Secretary for Beta Chapter in the Fall of 1968.

Thronwall Rodgers present location is unknown.

Br. Chuck Bolduc

Chuck Bolduc and date at the Maple Leaf Ball - Scanned by LeRoy Hunt 2008 - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley (click on image to enlarge)
Brother Charles "Chuck" Bolduc was initiated into the Alpha Chapter of Phi Delta Psi Fraternity at Los Angeles Valley College.
He had been in the U.S. Air Force prior to pledging our Brotherhood. While I was attending USC, Chuck worked for the Diners Club card in Hollywood. His present address is unknown.

Br. Tom Roe

Tom Roe - Viet Nam 1969 - Scanned by LeRoy Hunt 2008 - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley (click on image to enlarge)
Brother Tom Roe was born on the 17th of October, in Santa Monica, California. He graduated from Canoga Park High School in the Spring of 1960. Brother Roe was initiated into the Phi Delta Psi Fraternity in the Fall of 1960. He served the Brotherhood as Master of Traditions and Rituals for Beta Chapter. During his college years he worked as a radio disc jockey.
After completing his Associate of Arts degree at Pierce College, Tom earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at California Lutheran University in 1967. He also studied at the University of California Los Angeles. Tom was commissioned an officer in the United States Army in September 1967. He did his basic training in Fort Dix, New Jersey and Officer Candidate School in 1968 in Fort Benning, Georgia. He was sent to Viet Nam as a combat photographer from 1969 to 1970. He completed his service as a First Lieutenant.
After his military service, Tom entered radio advertising and sales. Some of the stations he has worked at as a disc jockey and in sales include: KVFM (1960 to 1967), KNJO (1964 to 1967), KDAX (1970 to 1973), KLOS (1973 to 1981), KHTV (1981 to 1982), KLOS (1982-1996), KBIG-KZLA (1997-2000), KFWB (2001 to 2002).
Tom and his wife Glynene have two children: Jennifer Beth who was born in 1969 and Rebecca Jean who was born in 1972. Glynene holds a California lifetime teaching credential and in 2004 is a substitute teacher in the Westlake area and for the Los Angeles City Schools. Tom's interests include audio/video components, gardening and wine tasting. He and his family love to travel.

Lee Rydzeski 1967 - Germany - Scanned by LeRoy Hunt 2008 - Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley (click on image to enlarge)

Brother Lee Rydzeski was born on the 25th of August. He is a graduate of Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California. Lee was initiated into the Beta Chapter of the Phi Delta Psi Fraternity in the Fall of 1964.
On completion of his Associate of Arts degree at Pierce College, Br. Lee entered Bioloa University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He served in the United States Army in Fort Bliss, Texas and the Federal Republic of Germany in 1967.
Lee has three children. They are: Jill, Casey and Leanna. Jill is married to Michael Duarte. They have three children. Casey and his wife Heather have one child. Leannea has two daughters.
Suzette, Lee's wife, is a church secretary and home decorator. Lee, in 2004 is a vice president of operations. He likes tweaking his computer, fishing and doing woodwork. Lee is a Bible teacher and student.

FOUNDER DOUG WEST SUFFERS STROKE

Founder Doug West at September 2008 lunch. Photo by Gerald Fecht for the Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley - (click on image to enlarge)

We just received this message from our Founder Bob Paul:
After you folks (Doug West, Grady Talbot, Bob Robar and Jerry Fecht) had lunch with Doug West, the next day, he had a stroke. He does not have any feeling on his left side. He can move his arm and leg, so (isn't) walking. He is in Northridge Hospital and in re-hab until October 15th.
My wife and I will be in Ventura, California for Thanksgiving. I plan to come into the Valley and would like very much to see some of the Frat guys.
Good luck - Bob Paul"

DELTA CHAPTER OF PHI DELTA PSI - LA CITY COLLEGE

Delta Chapter Brothers and girlfriends - LA City College - Photo scanned by LeRoy Hunt 2008 - Photograph in the Archives of The Museum of the San Fernando Valley (click on image to enlarge)
Refer to Photo Number 09-22-08 A
This photo of Delta Brothers hanging out at the running track of Los Angeles City College.