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SUMMER 2006
~ Graduation 2006 ~
Class of 2006 valedictorian Anna Selling prepares to
lead the graduation procession.
It wasn't quite the "Fab 400," but the Marian Catholic 2006
graduating class of 398 certainly was a resounding “fabulous” when it
came to accomplishment. Whether the arts, athletics, service or
academic scholarship, the Marian Class of 2006 proved it possesses a
recipe for success in future endeavors.
As the Class of 2006 walked across the stage at the First Midwest
Bank Amphitheatre on May 21, it represented a group of Scholars with
a Soul who earned nearly $10 million in college scholarships. From
National Merit to AP Scholars to National Honor Society members,
the newest members of the Marian Catholic Alumni Association made
Senior members Jean-Phillip Brignol, Robert Bullard, Nick Wilson,
Deanna Udchitz, and Gina Costabile perform for the last time with the
Spartan Choir at Graduation.
CLASS OF 2006 FILLED WITH ACCOMPLISHMENT
the most of their college prep days at Marian.
Indeed, it was a day that deserved celebration – a tribute to all those
who touched the graduates.
"I find it most appropriate today as I look out at you, the Class
of 2006, because you're surrounded by your families, friends and
teachers," Principal Sr. Kathleen Anne Tait said. "You're nestled in
there, if you will, by all those who brought you to this day.
"You see, today's graduation marks the culmination of four years of
effort and study, successes and opportunities for growth. But the
culmination today had roots in your birth...the love of your parents
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FAGAN ’82 MENDS BROKEN HEARTS
Dr. Thomas Fagan ’82
Broken hearts can be mended. Dr. Thomas Fagan ’82 has proven it.
A pediatric cardiologist at the University of Iowa College of Medicine, Fagan was the
primary advisor and interventionalist in the heart surgery of a five-year old Iraqi boy born with an
extremely rare heart condition.
Facilitated through an Iowa family with a son serving the military in Iraq, Rebaz Shamsadeen accompanied
his father, Subhi, to Iowa in early 2005 to seek advice and a solution for the condition that had
led to the death of another son in the family.
The eventual successful surgery should allow Rebaz to lead a normal life; however, it did not come
without hours of care, study and teamwork from several people like Fagan.
“The nice thing about the current state of medicine–for the most part–there’s usually a way to treat
most conditions,” explained Fagan, who assumed a new position at Children’s Hospital in Denver on
July 1. “Technology is advancing at such a rapid rate. I had a late relative who used to have a similar
job, and they would often have to just diagnose situations like this and send patients home.”
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POPULARITY BOOMING FOR LACROSSE PROGRAMS
Coach Mike McCormick (left) huddles with the varsity men’s lacrosse team.
Melissa Gergel ’07 admires her name on the marquis before
winning second place at state.
The land on the west end of campus that Marian Catholic cultivated
in the last few years certainly has gone to good use.
On many spring afternoons, one could camp out on the refurbished
Spartan Stadium press box and view as many as eight to 10 practices or
competitions. One major reason for all of the spring athletic activity is
the explosion in lacrosse interest.
With the women’s program completing its first full campaign, the men
just finished their third season, as the roster size has swelled near 75.
“It’s the fastest growing high school sport in the country,” according to
Marian lacrosse founder and men’s coach Mike McCormick. “You don’t
need to be big to compete. Players come in all shapes and sizes. They just
need to be athletic, tough, and willing to give their all. There are plenty
of young men who fit that bill at Marian.”
Marian’s men didn’t just compete in 2006. The young Spartan
program jumped to a 9-0 season start and eventually earned the top seed
in the Lacrosse Cup playoffs. Marian (10-4) eventually dropped a
playoff decision to Lake Zurich, but with three levels and so many
participants, the season was clearly a success.
“Although myself and the team were disappointed with the loss, coaches,
parents and players alike were all pleased with what has been
accomplished thus far,” McCormick assessed. “Even more exciting is that
everyone associated with the program is looking forward to the future.
“The players all fell in love with the game. Another reason for the sport
taking off at Marian is the camaraderie of the players and support they
give each other. Because it is new to them and the school, they are all
committed to making lacrosse an important part of Marian Catholic’s
athletic program. Because of that commitment, the sport has grown from
a novelty to a viable program in a short period of time.
“Lacrosse would not be possible at Marian without the parents. Since
it is a club, it is self-funded. Most parents were unfamiliar with the game
until recently. Purchasing equipment and paying dues isn’t cheap, but
parents stepped up because their sons showed such interest. Without
funds for refs, busses, uniforms and equipment, the program would have
never gotten off the ground.”
While younger than the men’s program, the women’s squad also
continues to grow in popularity and had more than 50 participants for
two teams this year. The other interesting aspect of lacrosse is that it
mixes players with experience along with those who are completely new
to the sport.
Put all of those factors together and you find Marian Catholic at the
forefront of the South Suburbs’ most exciting emerging sports.
In women’s track, three straight state titles for Casey Taylor ’05 was a
tough act to follow. While Taylor’s talents moved on to the University of
Michigan for a track scholarship, junior Melissa Gergel proved to follow
in the footsteps very well.
A ninth-place finisher in the Class AA pole vault as a sophomore,
Gergel qualified for the 2006 state meet and her effort of 12 feet, 6
inches was good for second place in the state. Meanwhile, junior Jenn
Borowczak was a state qualifier in one of Taylor’s event, the long jump.
The women’s track team also captured its second straight East
Suburban Catholic Conference championship.
Men’s track saw a trio of state qualifiers, including another pole vault
standout. Sophomore Mitchell Erickson was 19th in the state in the pole
vault and junior Adam Brzeszkiewicz was 32nd in the state in the 800-
meter run. Senior John Walter, who qualified for state in cross country
as a junior, captured 21st place this spring in the mile run.
The senior, junior, sophomore act was also duplicated in men’s tennis,
where state qualifiers included sophomore Tim Stanis and the doubles
team of Cameron Ruiz (junior) and Luke Coughlan (senior).
FORENSICS: 16 TO NATIONALS
The spring also brought great news in the fine arts arena, as the
Marian Forensics team qualified 16 performers for the Catholic
Forensics Grand Nationals in Chicago. Marian was the lone school
from Illinois to advance students to the finals round, as Craig
Dettmann ’07 and Alex Stoterau ’07 captured 13th in the nation in
Duo Interpretation and Michael Whittaker ’07 was 25th in the
nation in Extemporaneous Speaking.
“This was an extraordinary record,” moderator Tom Sweeney said
of his group, which also completed a second straight perfect season in
the Chicago Catholic Forensics League. “This brings great fame to
the Chicago Catholic League, as well as to Marian Catholic. It’s great
news in a very competitive national field.”
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~ Graduation 2006 ~
Continued from front page
and families who brought you into being and
nurtured you along the way.
"Throughout your life and certainly
throughout these last four years, a whole
community of people helped you discover
yourself...helped you find the person God
wants you to be."
The graduating seniors discovered more
than themselves. They discovered incredible
accomplishment, whether it was a record 103
AP scholars, being part of a group of 55 Illinois
State Scholars or the nucleus of a
current 200 National Honor Society members
at Marian.
This group also continued the traditions
that have become expected of Scholars with a
Soul–the teamwork of four more successful
Calendar Drives, the generosity of four more
successful Mission Drives, and the tradition of
more than 90 percent voluntary participation
in service.
"Seniors, this is the big day: the culmination
of four years of hard work and tremendous
dedication to all that we have been involved in
these past four years," Senior Class President
Joe DiMaggio recalled. "While it feels like so
long ago that we entered Marian as freshmen, I
don't know where all that time went. I
suppose it flew by while we were in class, at
practice, at competitions, at meetings, on
Kairos, and spending time with our friends.
"Now that these four years are coming to a
close today, I want you all to remember that
the best parts of high school will continue on;
not the research papers and the novels to read,
but the memories and time with our friends.
I hope you remember all of the good times
when you look back at your high school career,
and I hope you remember all of the good times
when things may not be going your way.
"The memories have taken four years to
build, so they won't be easy to forget."
There were many unforgettable moments
for the fabulous class. Fine arts students will
remember national band finishes and unprecedented
state and national success in forensics.
Athletes will remember state trophies in
women's golf and women's basketball, as well
as a school record for victories in men's basketball.
Whether or not all goals were achieved, this
group learned from all the great experiences.
"While at Marian, we learned countless facts
from dates in history to math equations,"
Valedictorian Anna Selling said. "Many of these
facts will be forgotten, but amidst the tests and
quizzes, we learned about ourselves. We developed
talents and discovered new passions.
"I know that my fellow classmates will
continue on to do great things and make
pivotal changes in our world. Wherever we go
in life and even after achieving great success,
we will always be the Class of 2006 at Marian
Catholic. God has great things in store for each
of us. Go boldly into the future, follow your
dreams, never give up, and reach for the stars.”
While May 21 represented a celebration of
four outstanding years, it also represented a
springboard toward becoming our nation's
leaders in the future.
"Being an ethical, loving, bright, generous
person of service–being a Scholar with a Soul–
is the work of a lifetime," according to
President Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. ’67.
"May God's grace flow always through you as
you turn, turn, turn...and a time for every
purpose under heaven (the Byrds)."
For an Alumni Association that now
numbers more than 15,500, we likely haven't
seen or heard the last turn of the good news for
the Marian Catholic Class of 2006.
Susan Pulcini,
Anne Pulcini, Scott
Pulcini ’90 holding
his daughter Sofia,
Victoria Pulcini
and Krista Pulcini
’94 were among
honored guests at
the Pulcini
Baseball Tarp
dedication.
UPCOMING EVENTS
2006 REUNIONS
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
The following classes will be celebrating
their reunions in 2006:
1966 – October 7, 2006
1971 – September 9, 2006
1976 – October 21, 2006
1981 – September 8, 2006
1986 – October 21, 2006
1996 – October 21, 2006
2001 – September 8, 2006
You are always welcome to attend the
Friday night home games which coincide
with the reunions. If you are interested
in helping out with your reunion,
please contact the Alumni Office
(708-756-9770) or alumni@marianchs.com.
DECADE OF CHAMPIONS
If you played football or you were a cheerleader
in 1966, 1976, 1986, or 1996, you
are welcome to come to the annual Decade
of Champions celebration. Relive memories
with your teammates by coming to
the 7:30 p.m. home football game
against Carmel of Mundelein on Friday,
September 8, 2006 and join us for a
gathering immediately following the game.
HOMECOMING GATHERING
This year’s annual Alumni Gathering will
take place on Friday, October 6, 2006 in
the East Gym following the 7:30 p.m.
football game against Marist. Come and
join fellow alumni for pizza, drinks,
music, and memories.
If you are interested in helping plan your
reunion, please contact the Alumni Office
(708-756-9770) or alumni@marianchs.com.
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ALUMNI SPEAKERS HELP MAKE CAREER DAY BIG SUCCESS
Pat Panio ’65 addresses students during Career Day 2006.
Melissa Fedora ’01 discusses Journalism during Career Day in May.
On Monday, May 8, 2006 dozens of Alumni and friends came to
Marian for the annual Career Day for Freshmen and Sophomores.
Doctors, lawyers, psychologists, teachers, nurses, journalists, event
planners–the A to Z of the professional world and the armed
forces–volunteered their time and talent to speak with our students.
After an initial “meet and greet” and a light lunch, our speakers were
guided to their respective classrooms for three twenty minute
presentations. The students moved from profession to profession
thereby enabling them to hear about three careers of interest to
them. Marian faculty members, who also served as hosts for each
room, provided feedback via surveys for each session. A big “thank
you” goes out to Mr. Unavitch and the Guidance team for their hard
work, scheduling nearly 800 students into their career selections.
You could be a presenter next year. Career Day is set for Monday,
May 7, 2007. Mark your calendar now, and send an email
gyoung@marianchs.com. You will be contacted this fall. Just think –
you could help guide a young person into the career of a lifetime.
Thank you to the following people for helping to make Career Day a success!
Gina Palumbo Abbeduto ’91
Jim Beese ’81
John Benish ’84
Joe Conway
Sue Lewandowski Cordogan ’92
Andy DeLaurentis ’95
Mark Donaway
Tim Donohoe
Gerard Dupczak
Colette Edmisten ’96
Thomas Engstrand ’65
Dianna Miller Evers ’78
Anjoli Faso ’97
Melissa Fedora ’01
Miguel Flores
Carlo Gozzi ’00
Cassandra Gray ’00
Bob Gromala ’97
Kent Gurley
Matt Hayes ’97
Teri Crocilla Heywood ’84
Pam Hittie ’01
Art Holecek ’83
Dr. Heidi Hoogeweg ’76
Felice Singleton Hybert ’89
Dr. Gary Jagmin ’70
Ann Hommer Kim ’89
Suzie Kinley
Ellen Delaney Kruk ’87
Mike Lafond ’77
Richard Lutkus ’98
Joe McDonnell
Aimee Delaney Ogren ’91
Fr. William O'Mara
Dr. Paschal Panio ’65
Michelle Glackin Pluhar ’96
Laurie Kernwein Ramadurai ’80
Brian Riordan ’89
Maureen Ryan ’84
Bob Skelly
Sean Spellman ’91
Vida Talandis ’69
Barbara Strzelec Todd ’77
Mary Ann Trzyna
Eric Villareal
Amanda West ’99
Lisette Wisniewski
Zach Zube ’02
8th Grade
Shadow Day
For more information about Shadow Days or
to be placed on a mailing list please contact
Sr. Dorothy Marie at sdm@marianchs.com
or 708-756-9762
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
THE 17TH ANNUAL
MARIAN CATHOLIC
ENDOWMENT GOLF
CLASSIC
will be held on Monday, August 14, 2006
at Idlewild and Ravisloe Country Clubs.
Information about golf or sponsorships
may be obtained by calling Janet Noth
at 708-755-6579.
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MCHS TRIP STRETCHES TO ITALY
ADVISORY BOARD PROFILE
The first MCHS Trip took alumni,
parents and friends to "Enticing Italia"
from Lugano in the north to Positano in
the south and was punctuated by faith,
food, culture, and history. A five-day stay
in Rome ended with a Papal audience
arranged through Kim Pascarella at "All
About Travel."
Spartan travelers pause in the Lugano town square
opposite Lake Maggiore.
Our travelers before the farewell dinner at
a trattoria outside St. Mary's Travestere in
Rome. The group includes: Sr. M. Paul
McCaughey ’67, Rick Ellis, Diane Fodor ’97,
Lennea Ellis, Mary and Bill Moffatt, Shirley
Schlueter, Bea Jankauskas Fodor ’67,
Charlene Sterzel, Sarah Grauvogl, Bob
Schlueter, Pam Roe, Michelle Coduti,
Sherry Janusek Paciorek ’66, Mike
Paciorek, and tour manager "Marney".
FAGAN ’82 MENDS BROKEN HEARTS Continued from front page
Even with great technology advances in
the 21st century, the decision for surgery
on Rebaz was a very tedious one for Fagan
and his team.
Specifically, Rebaz had a heart condition
called Truncus Arteriosis, or a hole in one
of the arteries that leave the heart. To compensate,
many of the arteries around the
heart were hardening because of additional
strain. The condition should have been
treated at birth, but technology and
finances in Iraq did not allow such.
The surgery would come with some great
risks, and Fagan’s cardiac catheterization
testing and findings served as the primary
criteria on which the team of doctors made
a final decision.
“The hospital came up with a funding
system to get him here,” Fagan explained.
“We were really taking a big chance that we
would get him here and not be able to do
anything. Despite the higher risk, we
decided to perform the surgery.”
Despite a language barrier, emotional
ups and downs and at times unlikely
percentages, the two-month stay in Iowa
and eventual four-hour surgery proved very
worthwhile for Rebaz and his family.
“Though we’ve had very limited contact,
the last word was that he was doing very
well,” Fagan confirmed.
In a new millennium that hasn’t provided
a constant of world peace, it’s refreshing to
see the altruistic work of Fagan and so
many others in Iowa.
Army Ranger and Medic Corey Johnston
initiated the family contact, his mother
Cindy Yerington hosted the Shamsadeen’s
in Iowa, 63 Iowa Rotary Clubs helped fund
the trip and University of Iowa doctors
waived their medical fees.
While the worldwide impact of Fagan
and his team is monumental, the former
Spartan took things right in stride.
“My having to deal with the family and
a difficult situation all seemed to relate
back to my family background,” Fagan
explained. “My Marian Catholic education
has really been a big key in preparing me
for so many situations that arise. Marian
provided me the ability to deal with so
many situations to be helpful to others.”
Tom Fagan and his wife, Rose, have
seven children, so sports and school occupy
most of his hobby time.
With the pressures and emotions
involved in his career, Fagan probably
doesn’t get the time for himself that he
deserves. However, he appreciates every
minute of what he does.
“With technology today, you can count
on some very good outcomes that lead to a
real normal lifestyle for patients,” Fagan
explained. “There are days that are very
difficult, but the next day you see a situation
that years ago we wouldn’t have been
able to treat.
“It’s easy to keep going because you’re
helping so many people, and that makes it
worthwhile.”
D R. JOE H AMANN ’79
START OF TERM:
Fall 2003
FAMILY:
Married to Sheri Hamann for 15 years,
2 children, Angela 13 years old entering
8th grade in the fall and Abigail 10
years old entering 5th grade in the fall.
OCCUPATION:
Optometrist in solo private practice for
18 years in Lansing Illinois
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Knights of Columbus and youth
softball volunteer
INTERESTS/HOBBIES:
Playing golf and White Sox baseball, oil
painting (enjoy but not very good)
VISION FOR MCHS FUTURE:
“I see Marian Catholic as a prime
stepping stone for the young adults
of our community. We have the great
opportunity to teach and inspire our
students in a Christian atmosphere, to
bring about amazing results. Marian
offers not only unparalleled scholarship
but also fosters self-awareness, fortitude,
and leadership skills. The responsibility
is awesome; but, the people involved,
both staff and students, are unbelievable
and certainly up to the task.”
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8TH GRADE GROUP OF 60 EARNS SCHOLARSHIPS
More than 630 students tested at Marian in
January and over 1/3 of the students scored
above the 90th percentile nationally.
Kathryn Bryzgalski and Samuel
Kirschenheiter earned $2,000 in tuition credit
as Marian Catholic Distinguished Scholars.
The 10 Marian Catholic Scholars ($1,000)
included Ashely Buttron, Katelyn Campbell,
Ian Gurley, James Jackson, James Lamb, Sarah
Smith, Rachel Foster, Anna Mitros, Thomas
Sullivan and Jennifer Szotek.
Forty-eight students also earned $500 in
tuition credit as Associate Marian Catholic
Scholars. This group included Abriana Anderson,
Margaret Andres, Samuel Beck, Alexander Bell,
Lisa Belzeski, Adam Bienemann, Haley Boblink,
Dennis Boston, Megann Burke, Rebecca Carlson,
Michael Debonfioli, Ronald Dymerski, Daniel
Eckel, Jillian Fata, Nicole Fedinets, Joseph Fiaoni,
Michael Gallenberger, Michael Gamble,
Alexandrea Hackel, Elizabeth Herzog, Joseph
Hess, Jasmine Hill, Victoria Hole.
Also, Michelle Hroma, Stephen Hudson,
Kimberly Karlin, Evan Kordys, Hannah
Krydynski, Neil Lancaster, Keegan Marz, Jessica
Massey, Justine Meyer, Sarah Nowicki, Rodrigo
Serna, Chizom Okebugwu, Megan Olszak, Anne
O’Shea, Jaime Patiarca, John Rivera, Erik
Schimke, Tiffany Showalter, Jessica Siegert,
Amanda Tiberi, David Vaughn, Katherine
Watson, Jori Walan, Sean Woods, Mariah
Woodson.
Marian uses a sliding scale for admissions with
first preference going to Catholic students
from Catholic schools. About 410 students are
expected in August as the Class of 2010.
EMMAUS COMEDY PLAYS AT MARIAN CATHOLIC
WHAT: “9th Period Emmaus” is a comedy
group made up of Marian Catholic alumni and
current students. The group focuses on several
types of comedy such as skits, improv, standup,
music, and more!
WHO: The group was founded by Steve
Tortorello ’04 and features several alumni such
as Dani Carter ’02, Jean-Phillip Brignol ’06,
Jenny Douglas ’03, Sarah Jo Ritchie ’05, Katie
Ubik ’05, Laura Curtis ’03, Eric Hamilton ’04,
Alex Kuehr ’05, Mary Zuidema ’05, Pat
Murphy ’05, Bob Solorio ’05, Abby Sullivan
’04, Angie Roccasalva ’05, Joe Carlasare ’04,
Elaine Wilson ’05, Nicole Furlan ’04, Jenny
Douglas ’03, Caitlin Padula ’04, Joe Blewitt
’04, Amy Dettman ’05, Elizabeth O’Brien-
Penney ’06, Catherine Mitros ’06, and Jon
Mercado ’04. Current Marian students involved
with the group include Matt Nix, Chris Skurka,
Tim Blewitt, Sam Sullivan, Craig Dettman,
Alex Stotereau, and Chris Terriquez.
WHY: The group was created for several
purposes. First of all, it gives Marian alumni
and students a chance to showcase their talents
in a unique and entertaining manner. Also, the
group allows current Marian students interested
in the performing arts to work alongside
Marian alums with similar interests and
experiences, giving them insights into their
craft as well as fostering relationships for the
future. Furthermore, the group looks to raise
money via ticket sales to donate to Marianrelated
charities.
WHERE: “9th Period Emmaus” will perform
this summer in Marian’s Croarkin Auditorium.
WHEN: Shows are scheduled for the following
dates: Thursday, June 29 8:00 pm
Thursday, July 13 8:00 pm
Thursday, July 27 8:00 pm
Thursday, August 10 8:00 pm
HOW MUCH: Tickets to a “9th Period
Emmaus” show are just $5 and can be
puchased at the door the night of a show.
(100% of ticket proceeds go to charity!)
MORE INFORMATION: For more information
about “9th Period Emmaus,” please
contact Steve Tortorello at tortorello.1@nd.edu
OKTOBERFEST
SAVE
THE
DATE
SUNDAY,
OCTOBER 8
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
BAND
PARENTS’
OKTOBERFEST
FRATERRIGO ’91 ANOTHER MARIAN AUTHOR
Author Melissa Fraterrigo ’91
chats with fellow Marian alum
Michael Duffy ’02 at a recent
book signing.
Among the talented Marian Alumni in the literary world
is Melissa Fraterrigo ’91 who has recently had her first
book published, “The Longest Pregnancy.” The collection
of short stories is published by Livingston Press as the
winner of the first annual Tartt First Fiction Award in
April this year.
Fraterrigo’s collection features mostly female protagonists
dealing with everyday sorrows, but with a twist. For
instance, in “The Strongest Woman in the World,” a
woman with superhuman strength tries to have a normal
life and stumbles her way through a blind date. Other
characters in the fourteen stories are bold, humorous,
grotesque and painfully human. While many of the
stories are wildly fantastic, readers will also be riveted by
the human complexities and hope that run throughout
“The Longest Pregnancy.”
On her Marian experience, she states, “Mr. Martin was
one of the few high school English teachers I had who
incorporated creative writing with the requisite study of
literature and grammar. I found it thrilling that his
classes demonstrated the interconnectedness between all
of these aspects of writing."
Fraterrigo has served as assistant professor of English at
Southern Utah University and writer-in-residence at
Penn State-Altoona. After graduating from Marian, she
received a B.A. from the University of Iowa and an MFA
from Bowling Green State University. Among her awards
are the Charles B. Wood Award for Distinguished
Writing from The Carolina Quarterly in 2001, and the
2000 Sam Adams/Zoetrope: All-Story Short Fiction
Contest, which took her to study at Francis Ford
Coppola’s famed Blancaneaux Lodge in Belize.
For more information about the book, visit
www.melissafraterrigo.com.
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FACULTY EXCELS, CONTRIBUTES BEYOND CLASSROOM
Science teacher Jen Clifford ’88 is planning a
Garden Cooperative for the Dominican
Greenhouse.
While more than 115 members of the
Marian Catholic faculty and staff work to
turn out Scholars with a Soul each school
year, the faculty itself continues to devote
work and hours toward service and its own
professional development.
Following are a handful of examples:
Social Studies Department Chair Scott
Bodnar serves as a reader for AP World
History for the College Board and his AP
students participated in a test development
project through the College Board.
Bodnar also serves as moderator for the
Psychology Club, which raised $800 for
thank you gifts for guest speakers, a $200
donation to Muscular Dystrophy support
groups and $500 returned to psychology
honor students in the form of psychology
books and a monetary scholarship to eight
students.
Science teacher Jennifer Clifford ’88 is
planning a Garden Cooperative, a project
that will make seasonal growth use of the
Dominican Greenhouse in the Science
Courtyard, as well as developing a
raised–bed courtyard garden that will serve
as a living and breathing classroom for
subjects across the entire curriculum.
In January, choir teacher Michelle Coduti
served on a panel and spoke on an advisory
panel at the Indiana Music Educators
Association State Convention in
Indianapolis.
This summer, Coduti will participate in
the Genesius Guild’s production of Children
of Eden by performing the part of Yonah.
Genesius Guild is located in Hammond, IN
and the show dates are July 21-23, 28-30.
A Chicago Tribune writer by trade before
moving to Marian as a guidance counselor,
Karen Olson is back in print after the
publishing of her first book: Frommer’s
Croatia. The Frommer’s series is one of the
most respected among travel guides.
Olson takes readers inside the thriving
cities of Zagreb, Dubrovnik and Split, with
their spectacular Roman ruins, medieval old
towns and nearby storybook castles. From
the Turkish bazaar–like feel of Split’s Pazarin
market to the lowdown on Zagreb’s see-andbe-seen
café culture, Frommer’s Croatia
showcases the best of a country that has long
been labeled Europe’s “best kept secret.”
Experiences for science teacher Linda
Savick expand well beyond campus. In
addition to taking 24 anatomy students to
Northern Illinois University for a full day
cadaver lab and lab practical, she is spending
this summer taking students to Poland for
International Snowball.
Science Department Chair Vince Zerante
’70 recently was named a Class Nobel
Educator of Distinction, an honor established
by the Nobel Prize Family from the
National Society of High School Scholars.
Zerante was noted as a “role model and
positive influence, someone who has made a
difference–in short, a great teacher.”
JOHN BERGER ’03
HUGE INFLUENCE
AT NOTRE DAME
PRE-SCHOOL
John Berger ’03 attends Notre Dame
University and is majoring in Accounting. Last
year, John began volunteering at Notre Dame’s
preschool on Friday afternoons. The children
were then 3-4 year olds. This year, he was able
to move up with them, so now they are 4-5
year olds. The children have really enjoyed
having John around. A while ago, one mother
came up to John and said, “I had to meet you,
John, because my daughter says so many nice
things about you. The other day, she told me
that a good day at preschool is when they serve
chicken nuggets for lunch, but a great day is
when they have chicken nuggets for lunch and
‘Mr. John’ is there too!”
This year, John was inducted into two prestigious
academic honor societies: Beta Alpha Psi
and Beta Gamma Sigma. He just completed
his second year as a Teaching Assistant to
Professor Change in the business school.
Finally, John was hired this summer in the
Chicago office of Deloitte Touche, an international
accounting and consulting firm. This
summer internship was listed as one of
"America's Top Ten Internships" by the widely
known consulting firm, Vault, Inc.
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Legends
Legends
Rodney Harrison ’91 displays his retired jersey at a March
ceremony during the Marian Legends event.
Mike Prior ’81, Rodney Harrison ’91 and John Holecek ’90
address the media at a press conference. The three have
their jerseys retired in the West Gym Lobby.
Marian Madness
Cassie Gray ’00 and Carlo Gozzi ’00 enjoy
volunteer work and play at the Marian
Madness NCAA party.
Caitlin Toner and dad Bill Toner take
their chances on a Marian Madness
silent auction item.
Current parents, Tim Hathhorn, Mike Packard
and Patrick O'Neill watch the action at the
annual Marian Madness NCAA party.
Children’s
Carnival
Katie Stillman ’08
and Melissa Gergel
’07 prepare to
entertain
youngsters at the
annual Student
Council Children’s
Carnival.
Spring Musical ~ Ragtime
Ashley Stroud ’06 and Jean-Phillip Brignol ’06 display their skills
during the Marian Spring Musical, Ragtime.
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Fashion Show
Appalachia 2006
Seniors Whitney Knight and Jason McKissic
strut their stuff at the annual Mothers Club
Fashion Show.
Class of 2007
students, Blair Lilek,
Erica Caffarini, Mary
Pat Marvinac and
Michelle Pritchett (left)
and Ben McDonnell and
Mike Kean (below)
prepare the ground
during the Service
Club's recent trip to
Appalachia
The annual Mothers Club Fashion Show
featured syles worn by Lauren Toosevich ’06.
Mothers Club May Crowning
Kim Dorsey ’08 crowns Mary while Alexandra ’08
and Deanna ’06 Udchitz look on.
Mothers Club May Crowning
Sharon Stillman greets daughters Jackie ’06 (left) and
Katie ’08 (right) at the Mothers Club May Crowning
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ALUMNI NOTES
Mollie Elizabeth Gibbons, daughter
of Kimberly (Nair) Gibbons ’85
Bella and Brock Schlueter,
children of Marc Schlueter ’88
Joey, Rachel, Alyssa and Jessica
Bruno, children of Laura (Miller)
Bruno ’89
Logan Kaminski, son of Tracey
(Bartolameolli) Kaminski ’89
George Archibald ’67 has had an entire day named for him in San
Diego County, Califormia. George has been an active volunteer in all
20 Annual Avacado Festivals in Fallbrook, California and has served as
its chairman for the last 10 years. Recognized by County Chairman Bill
Horn and all members of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors
for his leadership, outstanding service and commitment to area
residents, April 23 was delcared George Archibald Day throughout the
county. Congratulations George!
Victoria (Patterson) Dieska ’71 received the "Those Who Make A
Difference" award from New Lenox School District 122. She also gets
together with fellow alumni Jeanette (Sopkiewicz) Marchese ’71,
Margie (McDonough) Gertsch ’71 and Noreen (Burns) Kimelman
’71 on a regular basis.
Marian Catholic High School was misinformed…information
published in the Spring 2006 Marian Matters that Nancy Mauro ’71
was deceased was incorrect. We are very pleased to say that Nancy is
alive and well and apologize to Nancy for the error!
Marian mourns the loss of Sister Marie Vianney Trutter, O.P. On
April 27, 2006 she was called Home. Sister Marie Vianney was a
religion teacher at Marian during the 70's. She will be remembered for
her goodness, service and love in the Marian Community.
Kimberly (Nair) Gibbons ’85 and her husband Mike welcomed their
second child, Mollie Elizabeth on December 10, 2005. Big sister Abby
3 enjoys her new little sister.
Katie (McGowan) Cantu ’86 and husband Homaro celebrated the
birth of their daughter, Ella Isabel, in July 2005.
Renee Kennedy-Edwards ’86 was the recipient of the "Top 40 under
40" award by Gulfshore Business magazine which recognizes Southwest
Florida's leading business professionals. Ms. Kennedy-Edwards is
President of Coaching 4 Success, Inc., a business consulting service in
the Naples-Fort Myers, Florida area.
Chuck O'Brien ’86 was promoted to the position of General Counsel
overseeing all North American legal affairs for the Statoil ASA group of
companies. Chuck resides in Shelton, Connecticut with his wife
Michelle (Hoffman) ’86 and their two sons, Charlie 4 and Colin 2.
Joey (Halloran) Morris ’87 has the following message for her classmates:
“It is with the greatest of sadness that I write to inform you of
the passing of Leslie (Pride) Opilka ’87, wife of Robert Opilka ’87. She
passed away on March 15th, after a 4 year battle with brain cancer. She
leaves behind not only her husband, but 2 children, Jack 8, and Reily
Kathleen 7, as well as her parents, sister, Lorelle "Scottie" Pride-Day
’84 and numerous family and friends.”
“I always considered Leslie to be one of the greatest gifts God ever chose to
bestow upon me. I first met her as a sophomore at Marian, and since then
she was my best friend for 21 years. It is hard to deal with the fact that she
is physically not here with us anymore, though I realize that she wakes up
with me every morning, for she is in everyone's heart who loved her.”
Please keep Leslie’s family in your thoughts and prayers as they go
through this time of grief. If you are interested in contributing to the
Leslie Opilka Children's Education Fund, please email directly to
Joeybeth1@aol.com for more information.
Christine (Daugharty) Kudrecki ’89
with husband James and children
Caitlyn and Riley
Austin Morrow,
son of Dr. Nancy Lee ’89
Rachel and Anna Cagwin, children
of Christine (Albrecht) Cagwin ’90
Brandon and Zachary Norred,
children of Linda (Lulkowski)
Norred ’90
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Reagan Foley, daughter of
Patrick Foley ’91
Alexander Jensen, son of
Terri (Bentley) Jensen ’91
Gavin, Avery and Griffin Jones,
children of Michele (Bartolini)
Jones ’91
Joshua and Alexander Fodor,
children of Steve Fodor ’92
Michael Wolfsmith ’87 and his wife Colette are preparing to celebrate
the first birthday of their daughter, Abigail Grace. Mike works for an
asset management company.
Karen (Bradley) Cash ’88 and Mike Cash ’89 welcomed their first
child, Max Alan, into the world on July 7, 2005. Karen is a Special
Education Teacher and Mike is an Exhibit Estimator. The Cash family
resides in Crete.
Marc Schlueter ’88 and wife Heidi welcomed the birth of their son,
Brock Owen, on February 6, 2006. Brock was born at St. Luke's
Northland Hospital at 7:19 pm weighing in at 6 pounds 13 ounces and
measuring 19-1/4 inches long. Bella 2 loves being a big sister.
Laura (Miller) Bruno ’89 and her husband Rick are proud to announce
the birth of their fourth child, Joseph Richard, born January 2, 2006.
Joey joins older sisters Rachel Marie 7-1/2, Alyssa Claire 4-1/2, and
Jessica Nicole 3.
Tracey (Bartolameolli) Kaminski ’89 and her husband, Don welcomed
their first child, Logan Mitchell on August 6, 2005. The family resides
in Lockport, Illinois.
Christine (Daugharty) Kudrecki ’89 and her husband James moved to
Lake Charles, Louisiana a year ago. They have two children, Caitlyn
Marie 10 and Riley James 8. Christine is employed with Pinnacle
Entertainment and works at L'auberge DuLac Resort in Lake Charles.
Nancy Lee ’89 and her husband Al Morrow welcomed the birth of their
first child, Austin Lee Morrow, on March 28, 2006. He weighed 7
pounds 13 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Nancy's podiatry practice
is now located in downtown Park Forest.
Niya, Michelina, Nino, and
Sammy Marino, children of Alison
(Zarlengo) Marino ’92
Jason Akai ’93 with children
Pete and Nathaniel
Christine (Albrecht) Cagwin ’90 and her husband Mark were blessed
with a second daughter, Anna Michelle, on May 2, 2005. Anna weighed
in at 10 pounds 3 ounces and was 21-3/4 inches long. Anna was
welcomed by big sister Rachel Lynn 2. Christine continues to work
part-time as a pediatric intensive care nurse in the new University of
Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital.
Linda (Lulkowski) Norred ’90 and her husband Tim welcomed the
birth of their second son, Zachary Thomas, on November 18, 2005. He
weighed 7 pounds 8 ounces, and was 20-3/4 inches long. Zachary was
welcomed home by his big brother Brandon who is 2-1/2 years old.
Nichole (Schau) Santoro ’90 is a Career Coach with Career Salon and
inspires people to design careers that align with their life purposes, as
recently published in the Chicago Tribune. Nichole and her husband,
Michael, are expecting their first child in June 2006.
Patrick Foley ’91 and his wife Jill welcomed the birth of their daughter,
Reagan Jean, on January 24, 2006. Patrick is a director for Blue Earth
Marketing in Nebraska.
Terri (Bentley) Jensen ’91 and her husband David are the proud
parents of their first child, Alexander Christopher Jensen, born on
October 28, 2005. Terri is a senior technical support specialist and
technical documentation writer at Applied Systems, Inc. in University
Park, Illinois.
Michele (Bartolini) Jones ’91 and husband Dave welcomed their third
child, Avery Susan, on February 18, 2006. Avery joins big brothers
Griffin 3-1/2 and Gavin 2.
Steve Fodor ’92 and his wife Heather welcomed their second son,
Alexander Gabriel Fodor, on April 6, 2006. He weighed in at 9 pounds
1 ounce and was 23 inches long. He joins big brother Joshua who is
now four years old.
Alison (Zarlengo) Marino ’92 and husband Anthony welcomed the
birth of their fourth child. Sammy was born in September 2005. He
has two big sisters, Niya 11 and Michelina 5 and a big brother Nino 2.
Jason Akai ’93 and his wife Audrey welcomed the birth of their second
son, Nathaniel Victor, on April 10, 2006. He weighed 9 pounds 1
ounce and was 22 inches long. His big brother Pete is now 2 years old.
Jason is a Senior Wireless Support/Problem Manager at the Federal
Reserve Bank of Chicago and plans to begin a masters program in
Information Systems at DePaul this summer.
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ALUMNI NOTES
Addison Raistrick, daughter of
Karen (Cranston) Raistrick ’93
Molly Carr, daughter of
Meg (Kennelly) Carr ’94
Gavin and Madisyn Hussey,
children of Rich Hussey ’94
Morgan Hogeveen, daughter
of Nick Hogeveen ’94
Greg Brncick ’93 checks in to say that he is the principal industrial
designer at Johnson Controls, Automotive. He and his wife Terree enjoy
their two year old daughter Lindsay.
Karen (Cranston) Raistrick ’93 and her husband Mark had their first
baby on April 9, 2006. Their daughter Addison Nicole weighed 7
pounds 10 ounces and was 21 inches long.
Margaret (Meg) (Kennelley) Carr ’94 along with husband Bryan and
big sister Maeve, lovingly welcomed the arrival of Molly Maureen Carr
on March 27, 2006. She weighed 6 pounds 8 ounces and was 19.5
inches long.
Kelly (Scott) Gannon ’94 has received her Masters of Science in
nursing from Indiana University. She works as the Neuroscience
Clinical Nurse Specialist at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Nick Hogeveen ’94 and his wife Sarah are glad to announce the birth
of their second child, Morgan Rose, on April 26, 2006. Big sister
Madison 2 welcomed her new sister.
Rich Hussey ’94 and his wife Nikki, welcomed the birth of their
second child, Gavin Patrick, born on May 19, 2006. Big sister
Madisyn loves to give him plenty of attention.
Ryan ’94 and Lisa (Anderson) Moore ’95 have welcomed the birth of
their first child, Annabel Jayne. She was born on Thanksgiving Day of
2005 and weighed 7 pounds 1 ounce and was 19.5 inches long. New
father Ryan is an Associate Creative Director at an advertising agency in
Chicago. New mom Lisa is a 7th grade teacher at Cooper Middle
School in Buffalo Grove.
Michael Massucci ’95 and his wife Jessica welcomed the birth of their
first child, Jack Paul, on May 12, 2006. Jack weighed in at 7 pounds 4
ounces and 21 inches long. Michael is an attorney in Crown Point,
Indiana.
Mike Koenig ’96 graduated in 2005 from St. Xavier University with a
BSN and minor in Psychology. He is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the
National Honor Society of Nursing, and Psi Chi, the National Honor
Society of Psychology. He is now working in the emergency department
at a hospital downtown.
Padraic Noone ’96 and wife Melissa have welcomed their first child,
William Thomas, who was born April 15, 2006. He weighed 6 pounds
7 ounces. William's hobbies include listening to the Chieftains and the
Notre Dame Fight Song, watching the White Sox, crying when
Democrats are on the TV, and going to mass with his parents.
Michelle Glackin ’96 married Mark Pluhar on Saturday, March 18,
2006 in a shamrock-themed wedding. Marian alumni guests included
maid of honor, Katie Walery ’95, matron of honor, Kathleen (Knaack)
Fukumoto ’96, Kathleen Beck ’96, Anne Walery ’00, and Kevin Walery ’94.
Carrie (Bauchwitz) LeGrice ’97 and her husband Ed welcomed the
birth of their first child, Lia Catherine, on April 7, 2006. Lia arrived at
5:29 a.m., weighed 8 pounds 11.5 ounces and was 19.5 inches long.
The family resides in Denver, Colorado.
John Lovell ’98 was ordained a Deacon for the Rockford Diocese in
May 2006.
Steven Muszalski ’94 has been promoted to Captain with Express Jet, a
regional carrier for Continental Airlines. Steven is based at the
Continental Airlines hub in Houston, Texas and flies throughout the
United States, Canada and Mexico.
Chris Luther ’95 has been accepted to Mundelein Seminary and will
begin his journey on August 22, 2006 with orientation. He will start in
the new two year pre-theology program which is designed for late vocations,
men who have little or no philosophy or theology credits. He will
then move into a four year theology program, which will include field
work, a pilgrimage or two and several parish assignments. Keep Chris in
your prayers for a successful journey.
Annabel Moore, daughter of Ryan
’94 and Lisa (Anderson) Moore ’95
Jack Paul Massucci, son of Michael
Massucci ’95 sporting Marian-wear
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Billy Noone, son of
Padraic Noone ’96
Kenneth Vasecka, son of Megan
(Stephenson) Vasecka ’99
Tony Sparacino ’98 graduated from the University of Iowa in 2003
with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and will receive his
Masters degree in Clinical Psychology this summer from Argosy
University in Phoenix, Arizona.
Megan (Stephenson) Vasecka ’99 reports that she graduated from the
University of St. Francis in December 2005 with a Bachelor of Science
in Nursing. She is currently working as a registered nurse at St. Joseph
Medical Center in Joliet. She and her husband Ken also welcomed their
first child, Kenneth Wade, into the world on March 8, 2006.
Erik Pavlovich ’00 married Erin Lea Wiruth on April 29, 2006. Erik
attended the University of Kansas and is presently employed as a
Trainer for Steak ‘N Shake in Lawrence, Kansas.
Jon Pohlman ’00 completed his Master of Science in Mechanical
Engineering at the University of South Carolina in May. His thesis was
entitled "Quasi-Static and Dynamic Tensile Properties of Friction Stir
Welded Aerospace Alloys." He has accepted a position with the Timken
Company at their ICAR site in Greenville, South Carolina and works
in the automotive engine thrust bearings group.
Eddie Farmer ’01 has been serving in Iraq since May 2005 with the
Second Battalion, 130 Infantry Division of the Illinois Army National
Guard. On October 16, 2005, Spc 4 Farmer was awarded the Combat
Infantryman Badge "for participating in ground combat operations
under enemy hostile fire to liberate Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi
Freedom III." Eddie has now returned to the United States arriving on
American soil in late April. Eddie plans to return to Illinois State
University where he is a senior and will then pursue a law degree.
Luke LiManni ’02 graduated on May 14, 2006, from The University
of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Advertising.
Jennifer Maccagnano ’02 graduated from the University of Notre
Dame in May with the degree of Bachelor of Science in Preprofessional
Studies Cum Laude.
Jenn Purcell ’02 has graduated on May 6 2006, Magna Cum Laude
with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Dominican University.
Jenn received the Distunguished Senior in Elementary Education
award, the Distinguished Senior in Service Learning award, and the
Mazzuchelli Award. The Mazzuchelli Award recognizes a senior who
has exemplified the motto, values, and mission of Dominican
University throughout their four years. She also received the
Distinguished Senior in Psychology and Education.
Michelle Garrett ’04 graduated from Trend Setters College of
Cosmetology, a Paul Mitchell Partners' School in September 2005 and
is now licensed and working at Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa in
Frankfort, Illinois.
Rachele Rinas ’04 and Nicholas Rubino were married April 7, 2006.
Rachele and Nick met at MCHS in their Freshmen year. Rachele will
be a junior at Loyola this fall after having been on the Dean's List her
first two years. She is also continuing her ROTC training in the US
Army in addition to her classes, and will go to Spain this summer to
complete her minor in Spanish. Nick is serving in the Army and has
returned from a deployment in Iraq serving with the 82nd Airborne
Division. Currently assigned to Ft. Bragg in North Carolina, Nick has
completed the selection process for "Special Forces" and will continue
training at Ft. Bragg.
Elizabeth Berger ’05 made the Dean's List at the University of Notre
Dame. She is still pursuing her passionate love of mathematics and
education. During her second semester, she worked at an inner city
high school in South Bend as part of the university's student teaching
program. Elizabeth also played defensive tackle on her dorm's flagfootball
team.
Massive Marian Martrimony
As featured in the Fall 2005 issue of Marian Matters, Kevin Keane ’84
and Erin Brady ’84 became engaged after reconnecting at their 20th
class reunion in October 2004. The happy couple married March 18,
2006. The following members of the Marian “family” joined in the
festivities and are pictured here: Jim Nair ’88, Kim Nair ’85, Erin
(Clark) Nair ’88, Fr. Lou Tylka ’88, Julie (Vasilopolus) Brady ’88,
Scott Nair ’93, Sean Brady ’88, Alice Chambers ’62, Karen Vogel
’64, Ian Barrett ’83, Mario Pierre-Jerome ’84, Anne Marie (Berger)
McGovern ’84, Dan Barrett ’85, Rob Marszowski ’86, Dan
Ranachowski ’83, John Everson ’84, David Patton ’84, Kathy
(O’Meara) Brown ’84, Geri (Bailey) Everson ’85, Kerry Keane ’85,
Anne (Pignatiello) Baader ’86, Bob Baader ’85, Erin (Brady) Keane
’84, Kevin Keane ’84, Michele Lyman ’84, Joe Watson ’84, Kelly
(Gadomski) Jatzcek ’84, Larry Czarnecki ’84, plus Mary Juraska and
Bernie Jablonski, both faculty members at Marian.
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2/16/06 through 6/5/06
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF...
Phillip Clinnin, Sr.
Aritha Cooks
Ellen Cox
Bernard D'Amato
Joseph J. Dagro
Mary Dawkins
Harold A. Denton
Mary E. Diemer
Maggie Dixon
Agnes Doherty
Mary Ellen Downey
Virginia H. Doyle
Nancy Ann Drake
Diane C. Duvall
Angela Earle
Joseph Egan
Dorothy H. Egyed
Jay Elivondo
Alvin Ellison
Katarina Alison Elza
Donald A. Emser
Anna Fahey
Tony Falvo
John Fata
Lucille Ferrari
Maria C. Fiacco
Mary Jean Filippi
Elaine Finnin
Joseph Flaherty
Josephine Frazzini
Ethel Friedl
Amelia Garcia
Patsy Gauanes
Rebecca Gemma
Georgean Glaser
Willa M. Gorman
Sister Sylvette Goulet
Dora Graziano
Priscilla Green
Edward Halenar, Sr.
Patrick J. Hassett
Lillian Hayes
Sr. Muriel Hertel O.S.F.
Giannina Hinic
Catherine Hofkamp
Eula Jackson
Gregory Jones
Victoria Kern
Laura Klemm
Cynthia (Schumake) Klupchak ’70
Edna Kolar
Julie Kolasa
Betty Kot
Claudia Kowalczyk
Barbara Kragulski
Agnes Krasinski
Marge Kruse
Rev. Joseph Kruszynski, O.F.M.
Janice Laughlin
Margaret Lawlor
Chester Lefko
Frances Lefko
Violet Legg
Edward Leitelt
Vivian Logan
Joseph G. Lupien
Helen Lustig
Barbara Mackay
Loretta Mahoney ’66
Helen Malmquist
Benjamin Marsh
Mary Louise Martin
Inga Matthies
John Matus
Patricia McCartan
Dr. John McDonnell
Edna Michaels
Frank Michalski
Christopher Michas
LaVerne Miller
Mark Moline
Richard Morris ’67
Kathleen Morrissey
Margaret Nehf
Roland Nocera
Anne Novak ’08
James Nunnery
Patricia J. O'Connor
Kathryn O'Neil
Anne O'Neill
Anna Owen
James Thomas Paige
Henry Palmisano
Lucille Pappano
Alberta Parker
Anna Rose Passafiume
Linda Patterson
Eileen Peacock
Dean Perozzi, Jr. ’94
Bessie Petrarca
John B. Petrarca
Rose Marie Petrocelli
Michael J. Pisterzi
Guido M. Piunti
Leslie Pride-Opilka ’87
Carmella Prisco
Lucy Prisco
Connie D. Rabyak
Mary J. Randolph
James Renella
Helen Repp
John H. Resler
Edward Richkus
Martha Richkus
Rosalio Rincon
Verva Rocke
Roman "Ray" Rogala, Sr.
Glenn Rose
Donald Ryan
Patricia Salyer
Hector Sanchez
George Schoeffel
Karen Schupp
Dan Seaton
Shirley Ann Senne
Kathleen A. (Wysock) Sgariglia ’66
Dorothy Smith
J. Douglas Smith
William H. Smith, Jr.
Susan Smith
William H. Smith, Sr.
Annuziata Spinelli
Joseph Steck
Pearl Stella
Joseph Stern, Sr.
Anton G. Stigler
Mary Suarez
Dr. Orhan Tanrikulu
James F. Tate
Kevin Theobald
Eugene Thoma
Dr. Stanley Tikusis
Edward Todd
Carlos Torres
Peter Tripodi
Sister Marie Vianney Trutter, O.P.
Joseph Vanacora
Donald Voss, Sr.
Eugene Wasowicz
Helen Elvira Weber
Linda Wegrzyn
Josephine Wesolowski
Williard "Bill" Westerhoff
Tom Whitaker
John L. Whitman
Mary Wise
Florence E. Wolfsmith
Genevieve Wolny
Charles P. Wottrich
Patrick Wrenn ’82
Lorraine Yock
Harry G. Zajakowski
Joseph Zielinski
Helen Zubek
Edward Zurek
Anne “Annie” Novak ’08
August 9, 1990 - March 7, 2006
A Memorial Mass was held on March 28, 2006 for the family and friends of Anne Novak.
The Liturgy was planned by her classmates and was highlighted with symbolic gifts given
to her family. An interpretive dance was performed by Anne’s Dance Troupe in her memory.
Anne was loved by all who knew her because of her inclusive and positive nature.
The Marian Catholic family continues to hold the family and friends of Anne in prayer.
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Alumna/Alumnus of the Year Award*
This award honors an alumna/alumnus who has contributed
outstanding and distinguished service in his/her chosen
profession and who reflects honorably on Marian Catholic
High School.
Spirit of Marian Award*+
This award honors an alumna/alumnus, staff member or
friend of Marian, who best exemplifies the Dominican
traditions of unselfish service to others and outstanding
contribution to Marian, his/her community, or church.
Athlete of the Year Award*+
This award honors the accomplishments of an alumna/
alumnus or staff member who has participated in the
Marian Catholic High School Athletic Program and has
achieved a high level of recognition in athletics, either
professionally, collegiately, or at Marian.
Fine Arts Distinguished Achievement Award*+
This award honors the achievement of an alumna/alumnus
or staff member in the Fine Arts – drama, art, music, broadcasting
and choral. A nominee should have achieved
a high level of recognition in his/her particular field.
*Marian alumna/alumnus must be at least five years from graduation.
+Staff members must have served a minimum of three years.
All award winners must be able to attend the Awards Dinner.
Please write a paragraph explaining why each nominee is eligible, and enclose with this form.
Nomination forms must be received by Aug. 18 to be considered for the 2007 Hall of Fame.
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MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
ADMINISTRATION 2005-2006
Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. ’67
President
Sr. Kathleen Anne Tait, O.P.
Principal
William Hogan
Chief Financial Officer
Peter Ruhl
Vice-President for Institutional Advancement
John F. Heneghan
Assistant Principal, Operations
John F. Kozojed
Assistant Principal, Student Activities
Dr. Shirley Morris
Assistant Principal, Academics
Office for Institutional Advancement
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ADVISORY BOARD 2005-2006
Sr. Marcelline Koch, O.P.
Dominican Sisters’ Liaison
Peg Massucci
Recording Secretary
Patrick Dolan ’72
Chair
Kevin Larson
Vice-Chair
Robert Jones, III ’79
Past-Chair
Genevieve Boesen
Michael Botelho
Shahara Nixon Byford ’96
Michael Caruso
Wilfred Chapleau ’73
William Cleary, III ’75
Jeanne DeRaimo
Charles Gallagher ’77
Sr. M. Janice Greenwood, O.P.
Joseph Hamann ’79
Harry Howisen ’93
Sharon Kiehl
Peter Kroner
Vincent Krydynski ’81
Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77
Joann Lindholm
Stanley Pagorek
OFFICE FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Peter Ruhl
Vice-President for Institutional Advancement
Carol (Burke) Swanson ’81
Director of Development
Peg Massucci
Assistant to the President
Gail Young
Alumni Relations Coordinator
Kevin Kelly ’80
Public Relations Coordinator
Janet Noth
Office Manager
Cindy Dupczak
Database Coordinator
Kathleen Dalton
Assistant Database Coordinator
Sr. Dorothy Marie Solak, O.P.
Diana McDonnell
Recruitment
Mary Moffatt
Consultant
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Colleen (O’Neill) Ranieri ’83
Chair
Nancy (Lynch) Virene ’81
Vice-Chair
OUR MISSION AT MARIAN CATHOLIC
Marian Catholic, under the sponsorship of the Springfield Dominicans, is a coeducational,
college preparatory high school where students seek truth, exhibit personal responsibility,
cultivate their individual talents, and demonstrate Christian service and leadership.