This year, Homecoming marked the ninth induction of four prominent Northtown graduates into the North Kansas City High School Hall of Fame. All honorees were inducted at the Homecoming Assembly on Friday, Sept. 16.

Robert “Dick” Scharz, Class of 1938

Scharz, who graduated only 13 years after the school was built, has been an active member of the community since graduating in 1938. Mayor of North Kansas City from 1953-1962, he was also a business owner and has assisted in the building of many local structures. Scharz volunteered on the construction of the Paseo Bridge in 1954 and North Kansas City Hospital in 1958.

Robert Elliot, Class of 1958Elliot, an actor, can trace his career to the drama department at North Kansas City High School. After graduating from Northtown, Elliot attended Southwest Missouri State University and has acted in several capacities, including appearances in four major motion pictures.

John Erickson, Class of 1961

Erickson has devoted much of his life to the service of others. He has volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America for 40 years. His community service has not been limited to that organization, however. Erickson is also active with such organizations as Rotary Club, United Way and the Anti-Drug Task Force.

Bob Boydston, Class of 1965

After graduation from Northtown, Boydston joined the Army and fought in the Vietnam War, receiving the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service. After the war, Boydston dedicated his life to law enforcement and is currently Clay County Sheriff, a position he has held for three terms since 1993.