Alumni Mission Statement
Promoting educational memories, one class at a time. Join the Alumni Association! The IHS Alumni Association is a 501(c)(3) organization with meetings held at the Independence High School Media Center.
Supporting the Blue Devils Community, Independence Ohio
The Alumni Association, promoting educational memories one class at a time.
Independence High School Alumni Association
Alumni Association Executive Board
Dale Veverka ’70, President
Joan Mencl ’70, Vice President
Bob Wagner ’66, Treasurer
Arlene Wojtkiewicz ’70, Secretary
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Alumni Integral Chairpersons
Peggy Korecko ’88, Social Media
Don Krolikowski ’77, Website
Michael Janatovich (IHS Principal), Honorary V.P.
Gwen Schmidt-Manfredi ’68, Pub-Rel.
Amber Veverka ’07, Newsletter Editor
Dave Stefanski ’80, Membership Chair
Nancy McCormick ’75, Hospitality
The Alumni Association meets the second Monday of the month in March, June, September and November.
Important Dates:
Newsletter Submission Deadline
Summer 2026 – Sunday, May 10, 2026
Latest News from the Alumni...
Homedays Booth Volunteer Sign-up
We are looking for volunteers to help at the Alumni Tent at Home Days on Friday, August 1, and Saturday, August 2! The gig is simple: greet people, have them sign the guestbook, give out alumni stickers, collect membership dues and sell raffle and brunch tickets. Shifts are less than two hours and available on Friday and Saturday. If all shifts are filled you can still come and help out as there’s always people to greet and memories to share!
Jason C. Edwards
February 18, 2003
June 23, 2026
Jason C. Edwards
A talented musician and performer, he will be remembered for his kindness, intelligence, and unique sense of humor.
Jason grew up in Independence, Ohio, where he graduated from Independence High School in 2021. He was active in marching band, concert band, vocal ensemble, and drama club. Jason performed in Independence community theater and enjoyed serving as a band camp counselor.
Jason will be remembered for his ability to connect with crowds and individuals alike, whether friends, family, or strangers. Above all, his powerful and distinctive voice, immense kindness, intelligence, unique sense of humor, and big, beautiful heart will be missed.
Family and friends may gather for a Celebration of Life visitation on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at Vodrazka Golubski Deliberato Funeral Care, 6505 Brecksville Rd., Independence, from 4 – 8 p.m. Funeral service Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at St. Michael Church, 6912 Chestnut Rd., Independence, Ohio at 12 p.m
Class of 2026 Senior Awards
On May 15, 2026, Independence High School honored the class of 2026 with various scholarships and awards. Alumni President Dale Veverka participated in the event honoring seniors Kayla Newcomer and Hayley Wilson with $1000 awards. Here is the program in its entirety: Independence_High_School_2026SeniorAwardsProgram
Class of 1960 Reunion
By Alan Wisnieski
The 65th class reunion was a great success. Our graduating class of 1960 had 90 students and 9 of us met for the alumni breakfast on Sunday. Left to right, Linda Zisler, Paul Blonski, Robert Juliani, Joyce Foliano, Harold Weenick, Al. Wisnieski, Ron Turek, Jerry Kurant, and John Kukich. For the most part, everyone was pretty healthy. Lots of memories were shared and new ones created. When I look at the list of faculty members, every single one had a significant part in making us become successful adults. We were the luckiest bunch around to have such great teachers. I am forever thankful that we grew up in the 60s. Life was a lot less stressful.
