Goodrich-It has been 50 years since Joan Turner, now 68, was crowned Goodrich High School’s class of 1956 Carnival Queen’a memory she’ll soon relive.
The Goodrich staff and student council members recently elected Turner to be this year’s Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal.
‘After planning the parade for 20 years, I finally get to lead it,? said Turner.
Turner, a Goodrich alumna, spent 30 years teaching in the district and was active in both the school district and community. Turner organized the homecoming parade, planned prom and other dances, was a class sponsor, and the school play director. Goodrich Fun Days and road rallies add to the list of Turner’s community activities. Turner also served 20 years as the Goodrich Education Association Treasurer.
‘I have lived in Goodrich for 63 years,? says Turner. ‘The community is a big part of my life.?
Since her retirement in June 2005, Turner says she has been extremely busy with family and enjoys spending time with her 10 grandchildren.
‘Every day I wake up and it still seems like I am on a vacation,? says Turner. ‘It’s great.?
The homecoming parade is just part of a week of activities.
Sunday, Sept. 24
Junior girls vs. Senior girls Powder Puff Football Game starting at 4 p.m. Admission $2 adults and $1 students

Friday, Sept. 29
n Homecoming Parade starts at 5 p.m in downtown Goodrich led by Joan Turner, Grand Marshal
n Chili Supper, sponsored by Sophomore Class, will follow parade from 5-7 p.m.
n Homecoming football game, Goodrich vs. Mt. Morris, at 7 p.m.
n ‘Welcome to Homecoming? community dance, sponsored by student council, at 9-11p.m. in the auxiliary gym. Admission $1 per person.
Saturday, Sept. 30
n Student Homecoming Dance 8-11p.m in the high school cafeteria.
*In case parade is cancelled, due to weather, the parade will be rescheduled for Sept. 30 starting at 10 a.m., line up beginning at 8:30 a.m. The chili luncheon will start at 11 a.m. in the high school cafeteria. The football game will start at 1 p.m.
Parade coordinator is Tina McKechnie and she may be reached at (248) 627-4357.