The Clarkston area community has been the home of many fascinating people for years and years – but exactly where do some of them go? Who do they become? What do they do?
Recently, The Clarkston News asked the question ‘Where are they now?? The staff received many suggestions and responses for where to find local successes – and set out on a treasure hunt to find the answer to our big question.
The following is a continuation of the results of our search. Enjoy reading ‘Where? many Clarkston graduates have taken their lives.

Jon Territo
For 1981 Clarkston graduate Jon Territo, going to Walt Disney World is just another day at the office.
After earning a music education degree from the University of Michigan in 1986, Territo moved to Florida in 1989. He and his wife both got jobs as musicians at the Orlando theme park.
Territo not only performed on ‘stage? in the park, but also learned a lot of behind the scenes skills as a stage manager.
Eventually, he felt a ‘pull? in a different direction and took the position of band director at the First Academy, a private school sponsored by the First Baptist Church of Orlando. He started with a group of students from kindergarten through 12th grade with no previous band experience.
Later, he added duties as orchestra director at the 12,000-member First Baptist Church, and that eventually became his full-time position.
Even so, Territo still finds time for occasional performances with the Disney organization and in the community at large. He recently conducted the Christmas candlelight processional at EPCOT Center, and was a guest conductor for the Orlando Philharmonic.
With such large productions, Territo still has a heart for Clarkston events such as the Independence Day parade and the annual Concerts in the Park (which he attends when visiting his parents, who still live here).
‘It’s still got the rural character,? he said. ‘There is a flavor of Clarkston that is unique. Those of us who grew up here, we appreciate that.?
As much as he enjoys his current job and home, Territo wishes people in Orlando could get a taste of Clarkston.
‘We love to drive through town,? he said. ‘We love to see the old houses. We love how people take care of them.?
Territo gives a lot of credit to Clarkston’s fine arts faculty for giving him a springboard into what would become his career.
‘Those people were inspirational,? he said. ‘We had marvelous training.?

Christine Stamas
Christine Stamas is a 1992 Clarkston High School graduate who now holds the unique position of gallery manager for the Detroit Artists? Market.
‘I never thought she would have gone where she did,? said mom Antoinette Stamas. ‘I always knew she would do something interesting, but I never expected this.
‘Of all my children, she has the job that I think is the most satisfying fulfilling for her.?
Stamas has worked for the Detroit Artists? Market for three years. She graduated in 2001 with a bachelor’s of arts with a concentration in photography from The Center for Creative Studies College for Art and Design.
‘While I was at CCS I tried several different career options, teaching, graphic design and such,? explained Stamas. ‘I decided I wanted to be in the gallery because of the artwork and the people.
‘I enjoy working with he artists, the curators, the clients, and of course the art. It’s great. I love it.?
Stamas said her first job was with Halsted Gallery in Birmingham. She started there as an intern and then hired as the assistant to the owner and director. After graduation, she moved upward in her career to the Detroit Artists? Market.
‘I would eventually like to start working with the Detroit Institute of Art. That’s definitely one of my goals,? said Stamas. ‘Otherwise, I want to continue bringing great art to the community.?
Stamas currently lives in Detroit, but comes back to Clarkston often. She continuously surprised by the changes and the growth.
‘I miss the space there,? she stated. ‘The property. The lakes. The trees. I miss the openness.?
Stamas encourages everyone to visit her at the Detroit Artists Market and see some of the finest works southeast Detroit has to open. The artist show is free and open to the public.

Dan and Greg Longstaff
Brothers Dan and Greg Longstaff are both CHS alumni who have gone on to great things in the world of television graphics.
Dan, who graduated in 1987, won two Emmy awards for his work on the ‘NFL on FOX Halftime Studio Show.? In his work for FOX over the past 11 years, he has been part of Super Bowl XXXI, XXXII and XXXVI. Dan also worked on the NFC Championship Game from 1997?2002.
‘I only took a handful of classes for two semesters at St. Petersburg Junior College in Florida and then dropped out for a better paying job. Never graduated and never returned. Mr. Genshaw’s ‘Media? Class was all I needed,? said Dan Longstaff, who currently resides in Los Angelus, CA. ‘I am most proud of the fact that my parents didn’t really have the money to send me to college so I had to make my way without a college education. When ‘the world? was saying you would go nowhere without it, I proved them wrong. Though I wouldn’t recommend it to kids nowadays.?
Aside from his ongoing work with FOX Sports, Dan has done graphics for ESPN. From 1990-92 he worked on SportsCenter and in 1991 he was a part of the Sugar Bowl coverage.
Dan has also worked for Speedvision, ‘Later with Greg Kinnear,? ‘The Roseanne Talk Show? and ‘The Wayne Brady Talk Show,?
Greg graduated from CHS in 1989, went on to Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts in Southfield and now lives in Temecula, CA. He is not to be outdone by his older brother, having won three Emmys for his work on the Rose Parade from 2001?03.
‘Just being where I am today and having accomplished a successful career that I had longed for is a great accomplishment. Just thinking to myself when I work a FOX Football game, I am only one of 7 people in the world who gets to do this job, it just amazes me,? said Greg Longstaff.
Greg has done live remotes for the NBA, NFL, MLB, MLS, NCAA basketball, NCAA football (including major bowl games) and the NHL (including the Stanley Cup Playoffs).
Greg has also been a part of broadcasts for professional boxing, the PBA, professional SuperCross and the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City.
In providing graphics for all of those sporting events, Greg has worked for ESPN, FOX Sports, ABC, World Feed International and FOX Sports Net. He has also been a traveling graphics coordinator for the San Diego Chargers; Los Angelus Dodgers; and Le Mans, Trans-Am and Speedbike races.
Aside from sports programming, Greg has worked with E! Entertainment on the O.J. Simpson Trial, ‘E! News Daily,? ‘Coming Attractions? and ‘Talk Soup!?

Maria Livieratos
There really is not much Dr. Maria Livieratos misses about Clarkston ? something easy to understand since she not only still lives in the community, but also has her own private family practice here.
Dr. Livieratos is a Clarkston doctor with an office located on Waldon Rd. in the Genesys building. Previously, her practice was located on Sashabaw Rd.
Livieratos is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the Clarkston Optimist Club. She has won numerous awards such as the Genesys-POH Achievement Award. She is also active with the Children are Precious Organization and was on the board of directors.
Dr. Livieratos received her doctorate from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1994. She also received her bachelor’s of science in chemistry and biology and her master’s degree in physiology from Wayne State. Her residency was completed in 1997 at William Beaumont Hospital in Troy.
‘I really enjoyed the sciences when I was going through school,? said Livieratos. ‘I took every science class there was at Clarkston High School and then ended up taking independent study.
‘I remember when I dissected my first frog, I was fascinated by how the organ’s fit in place. That really pushed me to pursue the sciences even more.?
Livieratos graduated from Clarkston High School in 1981. Today, she lives in Independence Township with her husband David Dobbins and their two children Cassandra, 15, and Nicholas, 10.
Dr. Livieratos said the best thing about Clarkston is the people and the closeness they share. She finds everyone willing to lend a neighborly helping hand.
‘I’m a hometown type of girl,? said the local doctor. ‘I wanted to stay here and take care of all my family and friends, so that’s what I’m doing.?

Daniel Travis
Daniel Travis began ‘paying his dues? with the Clarkston Village Players and in Clarkston High School drama productions. This year he made his feature film debut in ‘Open Water,? depicting one of two people left behind by accident while on an organized scuba dive in the ocean.
In between, the 1986 Clarkston High School graduate worked the stage in works of Shakespeare and Tennessee Williams, then performing in guest appearances on television series such as ‘The Education of Max Bickford? and ‘Sex in the City.?
Travis holds a bachelor’s degree from Miami University (Ohio) and a master’s from the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University.
He grew up in Clarkston as the son of local artist Betsy Travis and Independence Township Trustee Dan Travis.

Karen Barna
In 1986, Karen Barna graduated from Clarkston High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from The University of Detroit Mercy and graduated from The University of Michigan Law School in 1996.
Now, Barna lives in Los Angeles with her daughter Jordan. She is a staff writer for the Warner Brothers? show ‘The Mountain.?
Barna was discovered after being chosen to participate in a WB writing workshop. The workshop is a way for studios to find new talent. While living in Clarkston, Barna was always interested in acting, now, she prefers to work behind the scenes.
Barna recommends Los Angeles for those who want to write scripts. She feels near the action, but does miss her hometown.
‘I miss a lot about Clarkston,? said Barna. ‘I miss the seasons and open spaces and my family. There is a sense of community in Clarkston that you can’t find in Los Angeles.?
Barna hopes to visit her family and Clarkston as soon as possible.

Alice Lounsbury Halsey
Alice Lounsbury Halsey graduated from Clarkston High School in 1959. She later received her bachelor’s of science in nursing from the University of Michigan.
For many years after U of M, Halsey worked as the head nurse of obstetrics at Pontiac General Hospital. Then she worked at War Memorial Hospital, Lake Superior State University, where she experienced her field from the teaching end and loved it.
Halsey earned her master’s degree from Wayne State and became the Dean of Nursing at Lake Superior Hospital.
Now, Halsey is retired and spends her time as a founding member of Chippewa County Health Access Coalition, a program that helps uninsured individuals receive quality health care.
‘It was not uncommon to have a student call her at home,? said Halsey’s daughter Wendy. ‘To this day, many former students contact her and want to use her as a reference because of her reputation as a professional.?

Ann McClellan
Ann McClellan graduated from Clarkston High School in 1989. After graduation, she enrolled at the University of Michigan in Flint, where she majored in English and completed with honors in 1993.
McClellan began teaching for a little while until she decided to return to school and receive her Ph.D. in English from the University of Cincinnati.
Now, McClellan teaches at Eureka College in Illinois and lives in central Illinois.
‘I miss so many things about Clarkston,? said McClellan. ‘I miss the small town atmosphere, the trees and the lakes.?

Bob Walters
Bob Walters graduated from Clarkston High School in 1982. Today, he is senior vice president for secondary marketing at Rock Financial and Quicken Loans in Livonia.
Walter is responsible for creating new products for the company. For the past three years, he has been chief economist for a three hour program called Real Estate Insiders, which airs on WJR and is syndicated nationally. Walters resides in Northville, however, he remembers Clarkston for personal reasons.
‘I miss the familiarity and the small town feel,? said Walters. ‘You really can’t replace the area you grew up in. I look at Clarkston through the eyes of a seven-year-old boy.?
Walters also remembers the days when he would stop off at Rudy’s Market to buy candy before heading home.

Tim McCormick
Not many people can say they were selected behind Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwan and Charles Barkley, and before John Stockton in the 1984 draft.
Tim McCormick can.
McCormick dominated the hardwood at CHS until he graduated in 1980, went on to star in the pivot at the University of Michigan and was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers as the 13th overall pick in the 1984 draft. During his eight seasons in the league, he played for the Seattle Supersonics, Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, Houston Rockets, Atlanta Hawks, and New York Knicks.
For his career McCormick averaged 8.3 points per game and 4.9 rebounds per game. He shot 53 percent from the field during his years in the NBA, similar to Robert Parish or Wilt Chamberlain’s career marks in the category. His 54 percent shooting, in 1987, is still fifth place on the 76ers all time single season field goal percentage list.
McCormick now works as a college basketball television color analyst for ESPN and is also the Regional Director of Player Programs for the NBA Players Association. One of his duties for the NBPA is to run the TOP 100 Basketball Camp for elite high school players across the nation. He has also been active in the NBA’s Read to Achieve program.
Tim is accompanied in life by his wife, Michelle, and their two children Kellen and Danielle.