Have you ever bumped into a brother at work or an event? It is more common than you think. In 2021, two brothers reunited at midfield during the Army-Navy game.
Saint Francis University, ‘85) (L) and JP Boles (Saint Francis University, ‘86) (R)
Charles Lamertina (Saint Francis University, ‘85) and JP Boles (Saint Francis University, ‘86) met pregame for a picture. They were both roommates at St Francis College PA Tau Chapter in the mid-80s. Charlie was the head referee and JP was assisting with Navy Football photography that day.
Harry Wagoner (Ohio State, ‘91) (L), and Michael L. Ladaw (University of Missouri, ‘82) (R)
Robert J. “Bob” Peronto (Michigan Technological University, ‘73) tells his story of meeting up with a fellow brother unexpectedly at a hockey game. He says, “My big brother was named Michael. A couple of years ago, Michigan Tech was playing hockey in Huntsville, Alabama. Michael happened to be in the area and showed up for the game, and it was quite a surprise to run into each other after all these years. We spent time sitting around and sharing old stories.”
Two more brothers, Harry Wagoner (Ohio State, ‘91), and Michael L. Ladaw (University of Missouri, ‘82), were surprised to greet each other on a flight over The Pacific Ocean in a 777, both as United Airlines pilots.
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