Stories from Rochester's Past
Meet Our Honor Roll: Robert James Burr
By Deborah Larsen Robert James Burr Robert James Burr was born in Utica, Michigan, on October 3, 1924, the son of Clarence and Mabel DeCormier Burr. Robert grew up in Rochester, Michigan, and attended Rochester High School, receiving his diploma in 1946 after...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Richard Judson “Dick” Cole
By Deborah Larsen Richard Judson “Dick” Cole Richard Judson “Dick” Cole was born in Romeo, Michigan, on August 24, 1919, the son of Rama and Emily Chapman Cole. Dick grew up in Rochester and attended Rochester High School, graduating in the class of 1937. After high...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Richard Henry “Dick” Affeldt
By Deborah Larsen Richard Henry “Dick” Affeldt Richard Henry “Dick” Affeldt was born in Dearborn, Michigan, on May 10, 1922, the son of Henry and Ethel Ochs Affeldt. His father died when Dick was 10 years old, and a few years later, his mother married Rev. Edwin...