Brighton HS Alumni

02/13/2026

Hay Alums, it is time to plan to attend the 2026 All Alumni Dinner. Please copy and fill out the reservation and send it in. We look forward to seeing you as we enjoy an evening of memories and fun!

02/05/2026

Dear Alumni - The Board is making every effort to stop the spam, especially the T-Shirt spam to stop. As many of you know this is a challenging effort. Please don't respond to any post that is not directly from us. We appreciate your continued support.

02/05/2026

01/21/2026

Please join us in congratulating Danne Shosey, Gary Shelters, Don Sanch, Larry Straub, and Brian Rowlette This past weekend they were awarded Honorary Membership into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association - the highest honor that a non-coach can receive!

Here is the amazing words that were shared during the presentation:

"Tonight, we are proud to present Honorary Membership in the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association to a remarkable group of individuals whose tireless dedication behind the scenes has supported Brighton High School football for decades.

Leading this distinguished group is Danne Shosey, whose remarkable 50-year journey with the chain crew began in the fall of 1974. Danne's commitment traces back to family roots, inspired by his father-in-law, Neil Fisher, and Neil's brother, Du Fisher, who started working the chains in 1966. Over half a century, Danne has anchored the crew, passing on tradition and dedication to the next generations, including two of his sons who now serve as part of the current crew.

Tonight, alongside Danne, we honor:

Gary Shelters (Brighton Class of '72), with 35 years of service

Don Sanch (Brighton Class of '75), with 27 years of service

Larry Straub (Brighton Class of '74), with 18 years of service

And Brian Rowlette (Brighton Class of '71), who has unfortunately passed away, but gave an amazing 32 years of service before stepping away.

Together with current crew members and past contributors, this team has witnessed unforgettable moments in Brighton football history— including the Drew Henson years, the 2019 State Final run, and their personal favorite of having the opportunity to run the chains at Michigan Stadium when Brighton had the honor of playing there.

These five men embody the unsung people behind high school football: dependable, knowledgeable, and deeply invested in the success and tradition of the game. Their combined service spans well over a century, and their impact cannot be understated.

Please join us in celebrating Danne Shosey, Gary Shelters, Don Sanch, Larry Straub, and Brian Rowlette as they receive well-deserved Honorary Membership in the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association. Thank you for your lifelong commitment to Brighton football and to the sport we all love."

12/24/2025

It is with sadness that we share the passing of Mrs. Janice Burnham, beloved teacher at BHS. Mrs. Burnham taught anatomy and physiology, biology and English. Her passion for teaching inspired countless students over the years.

Celebrate the life of Janice Burnham, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Muehlig Funeral Chapel.

12/24/2025

Your Alumni Board wishes each of you and your families an awesome Holiday Season and a New Year filled with love, good health and many unexpected blessings! Pictured below are: Sandy Bates, Nancy Fredenburg, Harriet West, Jim Matthews, Michelle Madden and Bruce Ritter. Not pictures: Pat Arnold, Beth Walker, John Park and Suzanne Conerway.

12/02/2025

The dynamic, student-centered resource is designed to expand awareness of skilled trade careers and to provide immediate access to apprenticeship opportunities across Michigan.

11/06/2025

As of November 6, 2025 here are BHS yearbooks that are for sale. Each one is $40 plus postage (local delivery is free!). Contact Brighton Alumni President Bruce Ritter if interested: coachbdritter@gmail.com
YEAR (quantity)
1965 (1)
1972 (1)
1973 (1)
1975 (3)
1976 (5)
1977 (4)
1978 (5)
1979 (3)
1980 (5)
1981 (4)
1982 (3)
1984 (3)
1985 (1)
1987 (2)
1991 (2)
1992 (15)
1993 (3)
1994 (4)
1995 (32)
1996 (6)
1998 (1)
1999 (3)
2000 (1)
2001 (22)
2002 (5)
2003 (8)
2004 (1)
2005 (1)
2006 (6)
2007 (5)
2008 (2)
2009 (2)
2010 (2)
2011 (4)
2012 (2)
2013 (10)
2014 (15)
2015 (6)
2019 (2)
2021 (2)

10/25/2025

Last Friday evening the Alumni and the Class of '76 were well represented in the Homecoming Parade!

10/13/2025

IT'S HOMECOMING WEEK!! This Friday, October 17th. our Homecoming Parade will be held. We will celebrate the Class of 1976 Golden year! If you would like to participate in the parade with the alumni, arrive at the BECC Building by 5:30. For more details, contact Nancy Fredenburg at 517-304-5044.

10/09/2025

Beware of a SCAM on Alumni. Alumni are being sent the email below in the name of Brighton Alumni. The BHS Alumni Lifetime membership is $250 and can be obtained by contacting our President, Bruce Ritter at coachbdritter@gmail.com DO NOT reply if you receive this email - it is NOT from us!

Class of 1962,
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10/01/2025

Congratulations to Dennis Gowdoin '65 and Dr. Arthur Pancioli '82!

BAS Alumni
Distinguished Alumni Wall of Fame 2025 - October 16, 2025

On October 16, the Brighton Area Schools will induct two new members to the Brighton Distinguished Alumni Wall of Fame. This is the fourth year of this program and they will join Dave LewAllen (Newscaster - Class of 1975), Kate Lawrence (Business owner/Mayor/County Commissioner - Class of 1976), Drew Henson (Athletics - Class of 1998), Colonel Karin Flood (Military/Medicine - Class of 1988), Bruce Ritter (Teacher/Coach/Community leader - Class of 1971), Charles Brady (Engineering/Leadership - Class of 1941), and Kari Seitz (Leadership/Athletics - Class of 1988). The following is a link to view their full bios Distinguished Alumni Page.
See below for the bios of our newest inductees:

Dennis Bowdoin (1965) – Dennis Bowdoin is a 1965 BHS graduate and spent his career in business and public service. Mr. Bowdoin started Movieland Video growing this business from 1 store to 360. He then started Helicopter Air Specialty Service and was inducted into the Michigan Aviation Hall of Fame in 2024. He built the Maple Grove Heliport, managed the Maple Grove and Romeo State Airports, he is an FAA Safety Counselor, Michigan Aeronautics consultant for helicopters and heliports, wrote and ran the helicopter program for Western Michigan University. He has also been Livingston County Planning Commission and Conway Township Planning Commissioner Chair and Township Constable for 22 years.

Dr. Arthur Pancioli (1982) – Dr. Pancioli is a 1982 BHS graduate and University of Michigan graduate (BS computer science 1987 and Medical School 1991). Dr. Pancioli is the Chief Clinical Officer and Senior Vice President for the University of Cincinnati Health System (UC Health), and a professor of emergency medicine for the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Previously, he served as the Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine in the UC College of Medicine and Chief Transformation Officer for the University of Cincinnati Health System. Dr. Pancioli specializes in emergency medicine and neurovascular emergencies. Dr. Pancioli served as a member of the Michigan Air National Guard from 1989 to 1993 as a Flight Surgeon. He rose to the rank of Captain. He has also published several peer-reviewed publications.

The ceremony will take place in the Brighton High School STEAM Center which is in the back of the building near the tennis courts. Mingling will begin at 6 and the ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome.