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âLove Is Creative Unto Infinityâ
âLove Is Creative Unto Infinityâ
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L o v e U n t o I n f i n i t y<br />
O n e w o m a n ’ s l e g a c y<br />
Tish Ates had a strong devotion<br />
to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.<br />
She believed in her values,<br />
especially her dedication to serving<br />
others. She also believed in the<br />
strong Catholic and academic<br />
values taught at Elizabeth Seton<br />
High School where she sent her<br />
three daughters: Robin Ates Kirkley<br />
‘81, Dana Ates McAnney ‘84, and<br />
Laura Ates Pautler ‘00. Following<br />
in the footsteps of St. Elizabeth Ann<br />
Seton, Tish contributed much of<br />
her time to volunteering at Seton,<br />
and she put her heart and soul into<br />
continuing the school’s legacy. She<br />
served as president of the Seton<br />
Parents’ Club for many years. Under<br />
her leadership, the Parents’ Club<br />
raised money for new curtains in<br />
the Seton library. She supported<br />
other fundraisers such as the Phonea-thon,<br />
the Field of Dreams, the<br />
construction of the Brooks Center,<br />
and the auction. Tish also worked<br />
behind the scenes decorating for pep<br />
rallies, homecomings, and galas. She<br />
took pride in Seton’s presentation<br />
and enjoyed turning the auditorium<br />
into an elegant banquet hall, or doing<br />
last minute costume alterations for<br />
the students. Her love for Seton<br />
Athletics prompted her to donate a<br />
new roadrunner costume. Even after<br />
her daughters graduated, Tish was<br />
well known for her commitment and<br />
service to Seton. Her involvement<br />
in activities, down to the last detail,<br />
exhibited her genuine love for the<br />
Seton community and her belief<br />
that the school truly provides the<br />
world with the light to know and the<br />
grace to do. She touched everyone<br />
with her kindness, compassion,<br />
and charm, making Seton a better<br />
place for the students, teachers,<br />
staff, alumnae and friends. She was<br />
indeed Seton’s biggest fan!<br />
On April 13, 2010, Tish was<br />
called home to the Lord; however,<br />
her spirit of love, commitment,<br />
and grace continues to bless our<br />
hallways. Tish will always be<br />
remembered as a loving wife and<br />
mother and a dedicated member<br />
of the Seton Community. We<br />
thank God every day for her loving<br />
touch, exemplary dedication, and<br />
vibrant passion.<br />
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