Jesuit Today Winter 2024

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JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DALLAS

Michael A. Earsing

President

William L. Antes II

Vice President of Advancement

Executive Director of the Jesuit Dallas Foundation

Thomas E. Garrison ’92

Principal Alex Soich ’04

Vice President of Finance and Operations

SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2023-24

Chair: Edwin S. Bell, Jr.

Trustees: William L. Antes II; Rev. Paul Deutsch, S.J.; Michael A. Earsing; Rev. Carlos D. Esparza, S.J. ’98; Catherine Foxworth; Thomas E. Garrison ’92; Paul M. Harris, Jr.; Michael J. Marz ’74; Rev. Robert Murphy III, S.J.; Rev. Anthony G. Rauschuber, S.J.; Clinton B. Shouse; Alex Soich ’04; John J. Stephens; Michael F. Terry; Thomas B. Walsh IV; Kathy B. Williams

JESUIT FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2023-24

Chair: John J. Stephens

Secretary: John S. Moore

Trustees: William L. Antes II; Marsha Beasley; Edwin S. Bell, Jr.; Antonio Carrillo; Timothy L. Dove ’75; Michael A. Earsing; Janiece Evans-Page; David Frey; Peter M. Gehan ’85; Aimee B. Griffiths; Eleanor D. Landon; Rafael R. Lizardi; Nancy T. Mello; Steven E. Meyer; Amy B. Schwetz; Bill L. Sladek, Sr. ’78; Brian J. Tusa ’90; Gabriel V. Vazquez ’95; Michelle S. Vopni

General Counsel: David M. Rosenberg

ADVANCEMENT STAFF

Joelle Abi-Habib

Director of Development

Jennifer Corrigan Events Coordinator

Kara Fino Events Coordinator

Chelsea Hafertepe

Manager of Stewardship and Donor Relations

James Kramer

Director of Communications

Jennifer McCaffrey Gift Processor

Sean McMullen ’96

Director of Alumni Relations

Bryan Montgomery

Sports Information Director

Maureen Nawalaniec

Director of Gift Planning and Endowment Accounting

Stephanie Nelson

Administrative Assistant to Vice President

Tim Plocica

Principal Gifts Officer

Candice Price

Assistant Director of Communications and Graphic Designer

Patricia Sayers

Director of Fundraising Events

Shelly Schutze

Advancement Services Coordinator

Katy Wilson

Digital Media Specialist

MISSION STATEMENT

Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas offers an excellent, Catholic education in the classical Jesuit tradition to form a community of men with high moral principles who are dedicated to serving others.

Message from the President

Dallas may be in the throes of a cold weather arctic front, but the warm heart of Jesuit beats strong. Our students have been busy. In addition to their class and lab work, a multitude of sporting events and club meetings, our students are always giving of their time and talents for the benefit of the greater community.

In what has been a busy start to the calendar year, I was proud to see so many of our students serving as ambassadors at the recent Bishop’s Gala supporting Catholic Charities. I was also delighted to watch our Jesuit musicians perform in the all-state concert and the many students who participated in the student-directed Winter One Acts in the Melsheimer Family Theater.

As it concerns the wellbeing of our young men, the Jesuit Hope Squad remains a proactive force for good on our campus and was recently sharing thoughts on “How to Stay Motivated throughout the Year.” Parent and student class meetings are providing important information that will be needed through the rest of the school year, and we began the Lenten season with a well-attended Father/Son Day of Reflection to help fathers and sons engage in spiritual conversation.

Mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually, our students are focused on their formation. I am constantly reminded that Jesuit is in a partnership with our parents regarding “our” sons, working in tandem to help our young men become the best version of themselves they can be.

As we press forward, I am deeply excited about the final goals of Ad Majorem: The Campaign for Jesuit Dallas, which has already delivered so much meaningful change for our students through new endowments, program opportunities, and facilities that reinforce our commitment to preparing our students for the highest levels of excellence and achievement. The front-of-school transformation, which includes the construction of a new chapel prominently positioned at the entrance of our campus, represents the single-largest commitment toward the academic and spiritual formation of our students, and we are exceedingly grateful for the alumni, parents, and friends who have already supported this extraordinary endeavor with unprecedented generosity.

Jesuit Dallas is blessed in many ways. I pray that God will continue to have his loving and gracious arms around our School, our families, and our students. I look forward to a wonderful and successful new year.

God’s Blessings,

Michael A. Earsing

President Earsing with the newest inductees of the Jesuit Dallas Sports Hall of Fame (L-R): Dan Morris ’13, Jake Oliver ’13, Jordan Spieth ’11, and Brian Wetzel ’11. See page 28.

Around Campus...

More than Four: An Expression of Gratitude

“We are grateful that our three sons and son-in-law attended Jesuit Dallas and became part of the School’s indescribable brotherhood. When they were students, it was clear that Jesuit was providing an exceptional academic program while inspiring each of them to become lifetime learners.

They embraced the Jesuit experience by participating in community service projects, class retreats, playing on sports teams including rugby, basketball, hockey, cross country, lacrosse, and football, as well as partaking in Jesuit’s music program. The Jesuit faculty, coaches, priests, and leadership all created an environment where our boys thrived.

Most importantly, Jesuit’s commitment to forming men of conscience, faith, and character – Men for Others – became a part of their beings. They made lifelong Jesuit friends and we have been deeply touched by the support and acts of kindness by those same friends during our time of need.

The Jesuit Dallas community has been a true blessing to our family. We continue to support Jesuit so that this wonderful, life-changing experience remains accessible for prospective students who may not otherwise have the opportunity.”

The impact of a Jesuit education extends far beyond the individual and far beyond four years of high school. We are grateful for the wonderful generosity of our 308 donor families whose gifts this year have totaled $556,073. To contribute to the More Than Four appeal, please visit, jesuitdallas.org/giving.

Parents Challenge Drive Tops $1.77M!

“As a proud parent of two Jesuit students, I have personally witnessed how the Challenge Drive plays a critical role in Jesuit’s annual financial plan,” shared Richard Emery, Chair of the 2023-24 Challenge Drive. “I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all the volunteers and parents who supported this year’s Drive. Thanks to your unwavering commitment to Jesuit and our boys, I am thrilled to announce that we have raised over $1.77 million this year. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity and support.”

For over 50 years, the Challenge Drive has been designed to bridge tuition and the actual cost of providing a best-in-class educational experience for our students. Funds raised through the Challenge Drive support every aspect of campus life, including program costs, maintenance, and faculty development. Over 91% of all current families participated in this year’s Drive, led by a tremendous effort in the class competition by the parents of the Class of 2027, which raised $495,246 and had a 98.10% participation rate!

“Giving at Jesuit is a community-wide endeavor, and I am truly grateful for the incredible demonstration of commitment to the Jesuit mission. In addition to helping Jesuit maintain a world-class academic environment, the contributions of our families foster the School’s unique sense of brotherhood and enhances the lives of our sons and our communities.”

Nancy and Ed Mello, parents and in-laws of Eddie Mello ’99, Preston Dargan ’01, Christopher Wilcox ’04, and Alex Wilcox ’12

(L-R) Challenge Drive Chair Richard Emery with 2027 class co-chairs Tony Lucido ’84, Rob Ernst, and Gabe Cruz

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Always a guaranteed evening of fun, fellowship, and art, purchase your tickets to attend ArtQuest on May 1, 2024, at the Museum of Biblical Art. Proceeds from the event benefit the Jesuit Dallas Museum and recipients of the Andrew Bark ’98 Memorial Scholarship.

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“Our ability to fully realize our mission of shaping the minds and hearts of those who will impact the world requires unprecedented generosity, and I am eternally grateful for the difference that our community’s love, care, and meaningful support continues to make in the lives of our students.”

Michael A. Earsing, President

We are envisioning an exceptional future for our students and need YOUR help to fulfill the goals of Ad Majorem: The Campaign for Jesuit Dallas. Make a Gift Today.

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SEASONING OF THE SMOKER

Members of the Jesuit community celebrated an exciting addition to the culinary adventures of the Smokies BBQ Club with a gathering in November to “season” the competitive club’s new smoker. Fr. Sylvester Tan, S.J. provided the blessing.

BECOMING AGENTS OF CHANGE

As part of the Social Justice and Public Policy speaker series, alumnus Charles Bryce ’07, who is the CEO at Charlin Health Services, met with members of the senior class in a dynamic presentation about a servant leader mindset and the true meaning of being a Man for Others

DANCE, DANCE, DANCE!

It always feels more like Christmas after celebrating with our friends from the Notre Dame School of Dallas! The smiling faces of our neighbors and fellow students brought joy to our hearts and served as a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas.

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY

Harrison Mina ’26 poses with his grandparents in front of brother Will’s ’22 senior portrait during a self-guided tour of campus on Grandparents’ Day. Four hundred and sixty-eight guests attended for Mass, refreshments, and tours, which included docents from the Jesuit Dallas Museum.

RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMANCE

Led by sophomore Jack Clancy, who tied a team record for the lowest single round score (64) while registering a two-day total of 133, Jesuit golf set a new program record for best team score over a 36-hole tournament. The Rangers’ total of 546 (-18) helped the team secure a two-stroke victory against Houston Memorial and its second straight Bart Granger Tournament Championship.

A FEW GOOD MEN

BLIJ JE TE LEREN KENNEN!

Jesuit students Robert Hernandez-Hoffman ’24 and Wills Blosser ’26, along with faculty member and learning services specialist Celeste DesOrmeaux, were able to visit and speak with His Excellency Jean-Arthur Regibeau, Ambassador of Belgium, during an event in December hosted by the World Affairs Council. As ambassador, Regibeau is responsible for the direction and work of the Belgium Embassy and its Consulates.

JUST FOR KICKS

Kicker Noah McGough ’25 was named to the Kohl’s Kicking Camp All-America Third Team following a strong season during which he was also named the District 7-6A Special Teams Player of the Year. McGough converted 45-of-46 extra-point attempts and 17-of-21 field goal attempts on the year, including a season-long, 51-yard boot in the Rangers’ playoff win over Arlington Bowie.

Kevin Nazareth ’26 as Private First Class William T. Santiago, USMC, in the stage performance of the Academy-Award winning legal drama, A Few Good Men. Presented by Jesuit Stage & Film, the first major production of the year was held over four days in November at Melsheimer Family Theater.

RANGER DAY

Ranger Day provided an unofficial start to Homecoming Weekend, as the Jesuit student body celebrated the bonds of brotherhood and participated in one of our School’s most timehonored traditions. The day’s festivities were highlighted by another epic running of the chariot races, which was streamed live!

WITHOUT A FACE

This past fall, The Jesuit Dallas Museum hosted Without a Face, a powerful exhibition featuring the works of famed Dutch artist Johannes Boekhoudt. Boekhoudt spoke passionately about the collection at the opening, which comprises a group of paintings depicting children from around the world who do not want to see any more atrocities. The canvases portray children in everyday circumstances surrounded by crosses using tightly pronounced impasto brush strokes in a style he calls “crossilism.”

TEDDY BEAR TOSS

Ahead of the Rangers’ victory over Frisco Centennial in the 60th annual Knights of Columbus Bob Stras Memorial Basketball Tournament, students brought stuffed toys as the price of admission in support of our annual Teddy Bear Toss and celebrated Jesuit’s first basket of the game in a great visual display (thankfully, no technical!). Afterwards, the stuffed toys were delivered to boys and girls at Children’s Hospital.

ROWING AT THE DOVE

This fall, students began using the various spaces within the Dove Fieldhouse, a two-story multi-use center that offers innovative solutions for sport-specific training throughout the year. For athletes in the crew program, it means a dedicated erg room and access to an 8-station, sculling/sweep indoor rowing tank with data analytics.

THANK-A-DONOR DAY

Kai Murphy ’27 was among the hundreds of Jesuit students, faculty, and staff who took part in Thanka-Donor Day on campus this past November. The purpose of this day is to educate our current students about philanthropy and the significant impact of our benefactors through their time, talent, and treasure.

BAND SHINES AT STATE

The Jesuit Ursuline Ranger Band participated in the Texas Private School State Marching Contest, where the team performed well. The band’s performance entitled Music for a Dark Night, featured the film and TV music of Danny Elfman, including selections from Batman, Nightmare Before Christmas, Spiderman, and Tales from the Crypt

WATER POLO CHAMPS!

The Jesuit Dallas water polo team registered a trio of historic firsts during its second season of UIL competition, finishing the year as District 2-6A cochampions with a 7-1 league mark, before securing the program’s first-ever UIL playoff berth and victory with a 25-5 win over Denton. Head coach Jason Gall was named the District 2-6A Coach of the Year.

BUDDY WALK

Longtime team reps Paul Wachsman and Luke O’Brien (L-R) were this year’s honorary co-chairs of the Dallas Buddy Walk, organized by the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas. Participating in the annual Buddy Walk is one of our football program’s most favorite traditions, but celebrating Paul and Luke this year made it extra special.

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For the fifth consecutive year, Blue Print Gallery in Dallas hosted the annual Dallas Young Artist Exhibition, and for the fifth consecutive year, students from Jesuit Dallas had their works showcased at the citywide event.

Current senior Wil Carroll ’24 created his pieces as part of his work for AP Drawing, and they will be submitted with his portfolio to the College Board in May. Carroll took Drawing twice (once as a sophomore, and once as a junior) before enrolling in AP Drawing this year. According to teacher Joe Howard ’04, “It was during his time in Drawing junior year that he began to get really experimental with his work and when he discovered his unique approach to using found objects to create elaborate three-dimensional collages.” Fellow senior Aiden Emmerton ’24 developed multiple ideas in previous classes and the decision to focus on Mt. Fuji stemmed from his personal experiences.

In addition, recent alumnus Dominic Chacko ’23, who started developing the idea for a sea life chess set in the eighth grade, spent the second semester of his senior year in ceramics working toward an impressive final result. “Dominic would often take home clay and practice techniques to get the look and result for each object,” said ceramics instructor, Raymond Ochs. “He did about five different glaze testings and made numerous prototypes over the course of several classes.”

The student submissions from Jesuit have also been forwarded for selection into the National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition, an annual juried ceramic competition that showcases the best student clay work in the United States.

Sea Life Chess Set Clay & Glass Chess Board 12” x 12”

Mt. Fuji Clay 12.5” x 12.5”

Untitled Mixed Media / Collage 22” x 34”

Aiden Emmerton ’24

Dominic Chacko ’23

Wilson “Wil” Carroll ’24

Untitled (Failing a Math Test) Mixed Media / Collage 38” x 38”

Presidential Scholars Affirm Jesuit’s Prestige

Thanks to the marvelous generosity of Holly and Mike Davis ’83, Jesuit Dallas is better able to respond to requests for need-based financial aid, and through the establishment of the Michael A. Earsing Presidential Scholarship Fund, is proud to also reward eight students each year for outstanding academic achievement and potential as aspiring scholars. The Presidential Scholarship program is a tremendous gift to the Jesuit community and in addition to making an important statement concerning access to a Jesuit education, has created financial incentives for academically gifted students. Presidential Scholars pictured below (L-R) Alex Ramsey ’26, Wallace Archie ’25, Isaac Ma ’27, Andrew Clay ’24, Ethan Senen ’26, Zachary Dsouza ’25, Dawson Zavala ’24, and Ethan Lensing ’27 were honored at a special on campus event with the Davis family and President Earsing.

“Receiving this award, I realized that I had accomplished something extraordinary, although having spent three semesters at Jesuit, I am confident that committing to Jesuit was the best decision I could have made. The Jesuit experience has worked to expand my worldview, open my eyes to the injustices that often go unnoticed, and encouraged me to try new things and challenge myself.”

Ethan Senen ’26

Scholarship Recipients

Honored at Men for Others Fall Reception

The Jesuit Women’s Auxiliary (JWA) is a cornerstone of support for Jesuit Dallas students and alumni and has spent the past four decades fostering community through numerous social, spiritual, and service activities. One of the JWA’s most impactful initiatives is the funding and presentation of the Men for Others scholarship awards, which is presented annually to one rising sophomore, junior, and senior.

This year’s scholarship recipients (pictured top to bottom) are Luke Wilson ’26, Michael Hasenfratz ’25, and Logan Thompson ’24.

“The JWA congratulates the recipients of this year’s Men for Others awards. These young men have demonstrated what it means to give of oneself, show compassion in dealing with others, and have a willingness to serve. We are so proud to sponsor these awards and support the dedicated young men who exemplify what it means to be a Man for Others .”

- Tessa Hambleton, JWA President

This year’s scholarship recipients served as the keynote speakers at the annual JWA Men for Others Fall Reception in the Jesuit Dallas Terry Center. Describing what Jesuit has meant to him, Thompson remarked, “There is no other way to describe what makes Jesuit special besides the fact that this community has an unconditional love for one another, truly making us a family. And while there is a unique bond within the Jesuit brotherhood, this love teaches us to treat the people in all our communities with the same respect and care we feel for one another, helping to make us all men for and with others. This award means a lot to me as it represents the core value of our mission. There are so many students deserving of this honor, and I am beyond grateful to be the one recognized from my class.”

Academic Recognition Ceremony

Celebrates Classroom Excellence

Over 100 current Jesuit Dallas students were honored in front of their peers, faculty, and staff at the 2023 Academic Recognition Ceremony in Hughes Hall this past fall for exemplary performances on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and superlative results on AP exams during the 202223 academic year.

“At Jesuit, we talk about the Profile of the Graduate often, hoping that our graduates are appreciative of the processes required to become men who are loving, committed to social justice, religious, open to growth, physically fit, and intellectually competent,” shared Dr. Ben Kirby ’00, Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Academic Support. “The awards today are honoring those students who, by the aptitude displayed on the PSAT and AP tests last year, demonstrated a commitment to a high pursuit for academic excellence. It is truly an honor to recognize these young men.”

Each year, The College Board recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence at the university level through their achievement on the AP exams. Last year, a record 849 AP tests were administered at Jesuit Dallas.

Sixty-seven students from the Jesuit Dallas Classes of 2023 and 2024 achieved prominence as AP Scholars, including 34 students from this year’s senior class. Among those recognized were 10 students from the Class of 2024 who earned AP Scholar with Distinction, the highest level of honor bestowed. To achieve that recognition, students scored a three or higher on five or more AP exams. The prestigious group, which also included 30 students from the Class of 2023, posted an average exam score of 4.1. In addition, 12 students earned citations for excellence through the College Board’s National Hispanic and National Indigenous Recognition Program.

Said Principal Tom Garrison ’92, “The excitement that I have in recognizing these guys is beyond words. One of my favorite times at Jesuit is hosting the convocation ceremonies in the spring because we get to show off the achievements of the guys to their peers in a formal way. Today, however, is a time for us to let them know how proud we are of them, their efforts, and their achievements.”

AP SCHOLAR

Gustavo Aldrey

Jack Bradshaw

Benjamin Brainard

Henry Bryarly

Andrew Clay

Grant Cooper

James Corrigan

Ben Eppich

Jackson Farragut

Henry Hambleton

Dolen Hedrick

Mario Jaar

Logan Kelly

Casimir Kenjarski

Omar Lara

Allen Lesher

Peter Loh

Samuel Loh

Neel Manne

Daniel Mansur

Reece Mattorano

Keagan McDuffie

Nicolas Mejia

Patrick Murphy

Diego Ortiz-Segura

Conor Parro

Benjamin Petroff

Liam Placke

Nathan Salvia

Jackson Schutze

Christopher Simington

Garrett Spears

Connor Sughrue

Mark Trottier

AP SCHOLAR WITH HONOR

Francisco Almaguer

Aiden Brodsky

Alonso Carrillo

Wil Carroll

Nicholas Christon

Jack Cole

Caden Cutchall

Charles Fent

Jackson Fleischer

Brandon Gibson

Drew Lamberson

Daniel Lucido

Quinton Moats

Jacob Morales

Anthony Nguyen

Jason Ogbolu

Michael Yerrington

Dawson Zavala

AP SCHOLAR WITH DISTINCTION

Chris Argenbright

Mateo Bryce

Anton Dimafelix

Daniel Garcia

Andrew Gerst

Kyle Ma

Arya Panda

Henry Rutnam

Luke Santoni

Nicolai Valenta

COLLEGE BOARD NATIONAL HISPANIC RECOGNITION PROGRAM

Alonso Carrillo

Emilio Castillo

Luke Deshotels

Leo Hernandez

Mario Jaar

Ethan Jimenez

Morgan McMillen

Fabian Mares

Benjamin Petroff

Jace Petrutsas

Max Sabogal

COLLEGE BOARD

NATIONAL INDIGENOUS RECOGNITION PROGRAM

Logan Thompson

Jesuit Dallas Earns National Recognition from the College Board

Jesuit Dallas was recently selected to the College Board’s AP School Honor Roll in recognition of outstanding commitment and student performance in the AP Scholar program. In addition, Jesuit was presented with the AP Access Award, which honors schools that encourage low-income and underrepresented minority students to take AP courses.

Last year, 143 Jesuit students earned prominence from the College Board as AP Scholars for authoring an exemplary performance on at least three AP exams during the 2022-23 school year. One hundred and two students received recognition as an AP Scholar or AP Scholar with Honors, while 41 earned the prestigious AP Scholar with Distinction title, which is awarded to students who average a minimum of 3.5 on all AP exams and a score of 3 or better on at least 5 exams. Recognition through the AP Scholar program signals outstanding college readiness and scores often translate into college credit and/or placement in undergraduate coursework progressions.

In a letter to the School penned by College Board Senior Vice President Trevor Packer, “The AP School Honor Roll is proud to recognize Jesuit Dallas for developing an AP program that creates a college-going culture and gives students opportunities to earn college credit and to maximize their college outcomes. We know it takes a considerable schoolwide effort to make AP access a priority. I am inspired by your commitment and grateful for the chance to honor your success.”

Students Score Accolades from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation

Officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced the names of 30 students from the Jesuit Dallas Class of 2024 who have earned recognition for exemplary performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT) during the 2022-23 academic year. Jesuit seniors (pictured L-R) Andrew Clay, Jackson Farragut, and Charles Fent were named National Merit Semifinalists and will have the opportunity to earn one of 7,000 scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered in the spring.

According to the College Board, last year more than 3.5 million high school juniors took the PSAT, and to earn National Merit Commendation status, 27 Jesuit students scored in the top 2-3% of all test-takers. Jesuit’s three National Merit Semifinalists finished in the top 1%.

Jesuit offers a rigorous academic program, and over 20% of each senior class in the last decade has been recognized by the NMSC® or the College Board AP Scholar Program for exceptional academic ability.

NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS

Andrew Clay Jackson Farragut

Charles Fent

NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDED SCHOLARS

Gustavo Aldrey

Aiden Brodsky

Nicholas Christon

Jack Cole

Grant Cooper

James Corrigan

Caden Cutchall

Christopher Ellis

Daniel Garcia

Andrew Gerst

Brandon Gibson

Drew Lamberson

Kyle Ma

Reece Mattorano

Nicolas Mejia

Quinton Moats

Jacob Morales

Beckett Mundorff

Arya Panda

Liam Placke

Nathan Rodriguez

Henry Rutnam

David Schroeder

Nicolai Valenta

Charles Winikates

Dawson Zavala

Chris Simington ’24

Named Davey O’Brien Scholarship Finalist

Jesuit Dallas senior Christopher Simington was announced by the Davey O’Brien Foundation as one of five finalists for the 38th Annual Davey O’Brien High School Scholarship Award. The prestigious award, underwritten by Higginbotham and Simmons Bank, is presented each year to the top senior student-athlete in North Texas.

Said David O’Brien Jr., Chairman of the High School Scholarship Selection Committee, “This year’s group of finalists for the High School Scholarship Award is as impressive as can be. We once again had a tremendous group of applicants from across the area, and we are honored to have these five outstanding individuals associated with the Davey O’Brien Foundation.”

Simington continues to serve as a remarkable ambassador for Jesuit Dallas. Earning UIL All-District accolades as a defensive lineman following the 2022 and the 2023 seasons, he was an anchor for the Rangers’ defensive front. Elected team captain ahead of his third season on the varsity roster, Simington registered 88 tackles and a team-high 5.5 sacks while helping Jesuit to a 7-3 regular season record, UIL Bi-District Championship, and a No. 18 ranking in the final Dallas Morning News Area Rankings. A member of Jesuit’s nationally-ranked rugby team that captured the 2023 Varsity Cup State Championship, Simington was named a top 40 player in Texas by Private School Football.

In addition to his prowess on the gridiron, Simington is an outstanding student, earning honors as an AP Scholar in addition to being named a National African American Scholar through the College Board’s recognition program. After serving as class president his first three years at Jesuit, this year, Simington is the student body president. He also serves on the Hope Squad National Council, a peer-to-peer mental health and suicide prevention organization.

Like all Jesuit students, Simington is deeply involved in community service, and has helped lead a service immersion program in Guatemala as well as weekly outreach at the Brady Senior Center. A talented musician, Simington earned all-state runner-up honors from the Texas Private School Music Educators Association (TPSMEA) as well as solo oboe superior rating from the TPSMEA. Simington has earned numerous academic and extracurricular awards as a Jesuit student and is a recipient of the Tim W. Henrion Memorial Scholarship.

Recipients of the High School Scholarship Award are chosen on the basis of scholastic achievements, community service, character, leadership and varsity sports participation. In addition to Simington, this year’s finalists included: Parker Brizzolara (Lake Highlands High School), Charlie Humphreys (Cistercian Preparatory School), Avery Jackson (The Hockaday School), and eventual winner, Josie Arbuckle (Greenhill School).

Seniors Present Groundbreaking Research

Jesuit Dallas seniors Anton Dimafelix and Dawson Zavala presented the findings of their work to members of the Jesuit Dallas community at the UT Southwestern STARS presentations at the Melsheimer Family Theater. The students were selected to participate in the prestigious STARS Summer Research Program, where they collaborated with faculty researchers from UT Southwestern Medical Center on an investigative project in a laboratory setting.

To be accepted into the intensive eight-week program, students were asked to demonstrate high achievement through standardized test scores, grades, an essay, and two faculty letters of recommendation, after which each candidate completed two rounds of interviews with Jesuit and UT Southwestern faculty. Often, students in the program will see their work eventually published.

Zavala’s research project was titled, Enhancing Lung Preservation Strategies by Exploring Glucose Metabolism in Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion . Ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) is an innovative therapy applied to donor lungs outside of the body before transplantation that improves organ quality and makes lungs that were previously unsuitable safe for transplant. According to Zavala, “This study aimed to give us a better fundamental understanding of EVLP and how basic metabolic processes are affected by it. With this knowledge as a baseline, future studies into other metabolic pathways (such as the Pentose Phosphate Pathway) and, eventually, into the practice and effectiveness of EVLP can be more effective and informed, as well as having previous data and knowledge from which to build.”

Dimafelix, whose research project was focused on How ERlocalized E2 Enzymes Control Protein Homeostasis, shared, “Understanding the ubiquitin labeling system is crucial for curing diseases as it regulates protein levels and maintains cellular health. Dysregulation of this system can cause the accumulation of harmful proteins, a common feature in diseases like cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Additionally, it acts as a quality control mechanism, preventing the buildup of misfolded or damaged proteins. The ubiquitin system is also integral to many signaling pathways, and malfunctioning in these pathways can lead to diseases like cancer and autoimmune disorders. Thus, comprehending and manipulating this system can be fundamental to developing effective disease treatments and potential cures.”

Jesuit Dallas students have had the wonderful and rare of opportunity of being selected to the STARS Summer Research Program every year since 2012. The experience provides students the chance to work in a modern biomedical research laboratory and is designed to inspire high school students with excellent academic records and a love of science to pursue science-related fields.

A Tireless Pursuit of Excellence

Steve Koch has announced that his 30th year as Jesuit Dallas Director of Athletics will be his last. Over the years, Koch elevated Jesuit’s profile as a national and state-contending program while creating an unprecedented level of visibility and opportunity for Jesuit’s studentathletes. He will remain as the School’s athletic director through the 2023-24 academic year.

Koch’s three-decade tenure produced a bevy of historical firsts and has been marked by tremendous growth. Hired in 1994 to replace Gary Pasqua ’55, who had served as director of athletics for the previous 29 years, Koch introduced 10 new varsity programs at Jesuit, nearly doubling the number of the School’s sport offerings. Many of those programs, such as crew, cycling, and rugby, have grown to become benchmark programs throughout the region.

“Steve has always been eager and willing to try new things,” reflected President Mike Earsing. “If our students showed an interest, then Steve made sure to support them in following their passion. Over the years the growing number of opportunities has helped countless young men find a place where they belong and where they can meet and then exceed their limits.”

Under Koch’s leadership Jesuit Dallas was accepted into the University Interscholastic League (UIL), the governing body for the state’s public and charter schools. Jesuit’s application to the UIL was approved in 2003, granting Jesuit students the opportunity to compete against the biggest and best programs in Texas. It was a landmark decision for the UIL, and it had a tremendous impact on the culture and history of Jesuit.

“Transitioning to the UIL created so many competitive opportunities for our students,” Koch said. “Along with experiencing the tremendous facility growth on our campus, I’ll always be most proud of our commitment to nurture the athletic pursuits of our young men.”

Koch built on Jesuit’s dominant legacy in the Texas Catholic Interscholastic League and guided Jesuit through a period of unmatched excellence across the breadth of the program. Since 2003, Jesuit Dallas has captured

78 boys district championships as well as 19 state championships in baseball, soccer, rugby, lacrosse, and hockey.

In addition to establishing new programs and sub varsity teams to support the 70% of Jesuit students participating in varsity athletics, Koch’s tenure has been defined by the growth of marquee events such as the S.W.E.A.T. Regatta and the annual Knights of Columbus Bob Stras Memorial Tournament. Most notably, under Koch’s guidance the annual JesuitSheaner Relays has evolved to become one of the most prestigious mid-season high school track & field meets in the nation.

Beyond the 47 state championships and hundreds of student-athletes who have earned state and national recognition, Koch’s tenure as athletic director will be best remembered for the abundance of goodwill he fostered throughout the DFW community. Building relationships with officials, businesses, families, and non-profit organizations across the metroplex, Koch remains the consummate Jesuit ambassador. He is the architect behind 30 years of inspiring

growth and success and leaves a legacy as one of Jesuit’s greatest champions.

“Working at Jesuit for the past 30 years has been an incredible journey filled with moments of joy, growth, and inspiration,” revealed Koch. “I have had the privilege of witnessing the transformation of student-athletes into the best versions of themselves, becoming Men for Others in sports and in life. None of this would have been possible without the support and dedication of our incredible coaching staff, who have made this experience even more meaningful. Moreover, raising my family in a community where the values of faith and family are instilled has been an invaluable gift. Jesuit is a testament to the power of education, sports, and a strong community working together that will forever hold a special place in my heart. I want to thank God, my wife, Lyn, my family, and the entire Jesuit community for your unwavering support and love, which has been the foundation of this memorable experience.”

Steve Koch served as director of athletics at Jesuit Dallas from 1994-2024, during which the program experienced tremendous growth in terms of sports, coaches, student-athletes, and facilities. During the past three decades, multiple Jesuit Dallas teams have reached the top of the high school national rankings, while a number of individuals have gone forward to author historic careers, including wrestling’s Kenny Halloran ’04, Jesuit’s first individual UIL state champion, swimming national record holder and seven-time junior national champion, Matt Thompson ’09, and three-time state champ and National Golf Player of the Year, Jordan Spieth ’11.

10 Teams to Remember

2010 SOCCER

Jesuit Dallas soccer, which was ranked No. 1 in the nation according to ESPN and the NSCAA, finished the year 25-0-0 and became the first private school team in the history of Texas to capture a UIL state championship. Goalkeeper Ryan Aubrey ’10 was named the UIL All-Tournament MVP. The Rangers outscored their opponents, 67-7, on the season while winning 17 games against teams ranked in the nation’s top 50.

2001 RUGBY

The nationally ranked Rangers (19-1) defeated three-time defending state champions, Austin Area High School RFC, 22-16, to claim their first state title before securing a pair of wins in the Western Rugby Football Union Championship. Led by team MVP Nathan Hull ’02, the Rangers twice defeated the Cayman Islands junior national team during the year, while 12 Jesuit players were named to the Texas Rugby Union U-19 Select Side.

2013 HOCKEY

Led by Hayden Meshell ’13, who graduated as the School’s alltime scoring leader, the Rangers established a single season record with 24 wins (24-2-1) en route to the AT&T Metroplex High School Hockey League title and their third state crown. Earning their first berth to the USA Hockey High School National Championships, the Rangers defeated teams from New York and Florida before a 4-3 loss to eventual national champs Santa Margarita, Calif.

2015 SWIMMING & DIVING

Paced by U.S. Olympic Trials qualifier and two-time individual state champion, Brendan Feehery ’16, the Rangers placed a program-best fifth overall in the team standings at the UIL State Championships. Nolan Daniels ’15, Aedan Quinn ’16, and Jack Ayers ’17 joined Feehery in earning All-America and

2016 CREW

The Rangers’ varsity 8 finished second at the prestigious Stotesbury Cup Regatta, becoming the first crew program from Texas invited to compete at the famed Princess Elizabeth Challenge Cup at the Henley Royal Regatta. Earning victories through the first two rounds against the world’s elite high school programs, Jesuit fell to reigning world champion St. Paul’s School of London in the quarterfinals. The Rangers were the last American team, at any level, still competing in the world-renowned regatta.

2016 BASEBALL

Led by the consensus National High School Player of the Year Kyle Muller ’16, the nationally ranked No. 10 Rangers defeated No. 11 San Antonio Johnson to win the UIL 6A State Baseball Championship. Brian Jones was named TSWA and USAToday Texas Coach of the Year as the team finished the campaign with a School-record 36 wins (36-82). The Rangers survived eight elimination games through the playoffs en route to the title while Jacob Palisch ’17 was named tournament MVP.

2019 BASKETBALL

2019 FOOTBALL

Paced by All-American and District Offensive Player of the Year E.J. Smith ’20, who scored 12 of his 29 touchdowns in the playoffs, the Rangers upended reigning UIL 6A state champions Longview, and Klein Collins during a magical postseason run that concluded with the team’s first ever appearance in the UIL 6A Regional Final. Smith and Branson Hickman ’20 were all-state and all-district first team picks.

A year after advancing to the UIL Regional Final, the Rangers (29-6) embarked on another tremendous season during which they climbed to No. 20 in the national rankings and won the UIL 9-6A championship. Led by District Co-MVP Max Abmas ’19 and District DPOY Julius Marble ’19, the Rangers finished the regular season ranked No. 4 in the state and advanced to the regional quarterfinals before a narrow loss to Tyrese Maxey and South Garland.

2022 LACROSSE

The Rangers clinched their fourth state title in six years with a stunning, 11-10, comefrom-behind victory over ESD in the state championship. Trailing by three goals with 4:48 left in regulation, MVP McAllister Hobbs ’22 scored the winner with 58 seconds left in the game. The Rangers finished the year as the top team in the South Region and No. 22 in the national rankings, while Hobbs, Connor Knight ’22, and Will Reading ’22 earned All-America honors.

2022 TRACK & FIELD

A wildly successful season included the first Jesuit-Sheaner Relays team championship in program history, the team’s seventh district title, as well as its second UIL Area championship. Regional champion Hunter Krepp ’22 set a school record in the 100m (10.46) and anchored a recordsetting 4x100m (41.97) while Grant Kostos ’22 tied a school record in the high jump (6’6”).

Audentes Fortuna Luvat!

Sixteen Jesuit Dallas students traveled to Emory University in Atlanta last summer for the 70th annual National Junior Classical League Convention. Led by Jesuit’s top medal winners, Flyn Hughes ’25, and Tony Kohler ’26, who finished fourth and fifth, respectively, in the overall national sweepstakes, the Rangers enjoyed another outstanding showing at one of the most passionate and unheralded competitive gatherings at the high school level.

“I was extremely excited for our students, who have such great enthusiasm to share, and worked really hard to represent Jesuit against many of the top Latin students in the country,” said Magistra Vanessa Jones, who moderates Jesuit’s chapter of the Junior Classical League (JCL) alongside Magistra Laura Hudec. “The JCL is a tremendous experience, and in addition to helping prepare our students for the highest levels of academic study, offers so many social, creative, and leadership opportunities.”

Beginning in 2012, Jesuit transformed its Latin program from a strictly classroom activity to a rewarding, experiential learning opportunity – and through the lens of competition, another often compelling ingredient for Jesuit students. Participation in the Junior Classical League can be academically rigorous, although students engage through a variety of interests, including athletic competitions, talent shows, and board and governance experience.

“Latin at Jesuit is not a language, it is a community,” expressed Giovanni Rivas ’18, who is studying computer science and psychology at Yale University. “Many of my favorite memories of Jesuit revolve around the experiences I had through JCL. Bonding with your own brothers through practicing, studying, and competing to represent your school, and then being able to meet other students from across the country who are doing the same is such a uniquely fulfilling experience.”

There are three levels of competition in the JCL each year. Jesuit Dallas hosted nearly 40 schools to the Area competition last February and will compete at Richardson H.S. this year for a chance to qualify for the Texas State Junior Classical League (TSJCL) competition in April at Austin’s Anderson High School. Nationals are held at the end of July.

“When I started at Jesuit, I had a rough relationship with learning languages,” recalled Zack Schutze ’15, who was a former TSJCL state officer and part of the first contingent of Jesuit students to be part of the national convention. “I had not enjoyed my middle school Spanish classes, so I thought that learning a language was just not for me. I wasn’t expecting much out of Latin. However, once I got involved with the JCL, I realized that learning a language isn’t just studying conjugations and vocabulary. It’s also learning about the culture, food, and history of our world. What the JCL did best wasn’t necessarily teaching Latin, but immersing students in the histories of Ancient Greece

and Rome, one toga party at a time. I am thankful that Latin and the JCL were able to turn my relationship with languages from one of displeasure to something I now learn in my spare time.”

Even though Latin is primarily a written language, learning the Classics maintains relevance in today’s academic world. The understanding of Latin is essential in translating historical texts, while only since the Vatican II reforms in the 1960s, has Latin not been central to the liturgies of the Catholic Church. In many countries throughout the world, Latin remains mandatory for high school students seeking to study law, medicine, social and political science, and the humanities.

“Taking Latin had a huge impact on me, as I am currently pursuing a PhD in classical archaeology,” shared Jared Petroll ’18, who is enrolled in the Department of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies at University of California, Berkeley. “I was always interested in Ancient Greece and Rome as a kid, and had I not explored that interest by first taking Latin at Jesuit, I might not have pursued it in college. Further, the contests I was good at in JCL—Greek Life and Literature and Hellenic History—explored topics, issues, and ideas that would eventually motivate me to become an archaeologist.”

Academically, learning Latin offers a huge advantage in studying other languages. According to a study at the University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign, Latin is the source for over 90 percent of all English words with more than two syllables and 75-80 percent of all words in the Romance languages, which includes Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian.

And while Latin is often described as a dead language in that it no longer has any native speakers, Latin is used extensively in everyday life. The scientific names of plants and animals, specifically their genus and species, use Latin terms, while Latin roots are predominant in English descriptions of theology, science disciplines (especially anatomy and taxonomy), medicine, and law. Even casually, terms like quid pro quo (something for nothing), mea culpa (my fault), status quo (the existing state of affairs), and et cetera (and other things) are a normal part of the English lexicon.

In describing the experience of teaching and working with students through the JCL, Magistra Jones added, “The cool thing about the students that take Latin and get involved in the JCL is they tend to be some of the neatest kids in school because they love learning.”

“Latin and the JCL at Jesuit is a family,” said Luke Nettune ’26, who earned three top-15 finishes at nationals last year and is the current TSJCL Treasurer and state officer. “Some of the nicest, funniest, and most interesting people you will ever meet happens through JCL. Yes, Latin is a dead language but it’s the lens of the living, the doorway into an earlier time, a time of heroes and villains, gods and magic, great empires of scope and scale never seen again to this day. Through the study of Latin and the Classics my eyes have been opened to a mystical world of wonder, honor and intrigue. So come with me on that journey and explore Latin and the JCL.”

MAGIS

golf classic

Thank you to our wonderful partners at Veritex Community Bank, and to each of our sponsors, vendors, players, and volunteers for contributing to the success of the 2023 MAGIS Golf Classic. An annual event truly unlike any other, thanks to our community’s outstanding support, the MAGIS Golf Classic has raised millions toward need-based tuition assistance for deserving Jesuit Dallas students as well as funding for Jesuit’s athletic programs. We hope you were able to participate in this year’s festivities and that you share our gratitude for what this event and your continued partnership means to our students. Thank you for helping to make the MAGIS Golf Classic one of the most preeminent charity golf tournaments in Texas and for your spirited commitment to our mission.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

CO-PRESENTING SPONSOR

Jones, Lang, LaSalle

PLATINUM SPONSORS

J.D. Dell Family

Tim Dove ’75 and Brendan Dove ’01 Munck Wilson Mandala/ Bill Munck and Mike Wilson

SHOOTOUT SPONSOR

PricewaterhouseCoopers

GOLF BALL SPONSOR

Kane Russell Coleman Logan

AFTER PLAY BAR SPONSOR

The Sladek Family

HAT SPONSOR

Lockton Dunning Benefits

GOLD SPONSORS

Ben E. Keith Company/ Kevin Bartholomew Brook Partners Inc.

Corient

Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors

Market Street

Trinsic Residential Group/ Brian Tusa ’90

Michael Young Family Foundation

2023 MAGIS GOLF CLASSIC

TOP WINNERS

SHOOTOUT

Jeff Tusa ’95, Brian Tusa ’90, Max Godvin ’09, David Godvin ’07

PUTTING CONTEST

Tim Dove ’75, John Fox

FIRST PLACE GOLD FAZIO

Chris Trevino, Alan Strange, Curtis Comer, Robert Bazewicz

FIRST PLACE GOLD COUNTRY CLUB

Michael Goni, Doug Nelson ’03, Walker Frailey, Donald Perschbacher ’80

LOW GROSS FAZIO

Joe Askew ’08, Phil Askew, Jim Askew ’97, Dean Castelhano

LOW GROSS COUNTRY CLUB

Jeff Tusa ’95, Brian Tusa ’90, Max Godvin ’09, David Godvin ’07

A Legacy of Love

“He was the best of us!” The sentiment lingers the first time it’s spoken, but upon hearing it casually repeated multiple times in conversation with best friends Kate Morsbach (UA ’21) and Luke Szczepanski ’21, it becomes clear that Sam Jackson ’21 had a genuine and deep impact in the lives of those who had the good fortune to call him friend. It also makes the devastating events on May 18, 2023, even more incomprehensible as Sam died in a tragic accident while studying abroad in Barcelona.

“Sam always had a perfect balance,” described Luke, who was also Sam’s roommate at Texas A&M. “From the time that we first got to know each other as sophomores at Jesuit and into college, he was honestly, in my eyes, perfection. He was kind, thoughtful, and hardworking. He loved his family; loved his friends.”

“He wasn’t perfect, but he was as perfect as a kid could get,” recounted parents Angela and Fred Jackson. “We would like to think that we had a little bit to do with the man he became, but he was always so caring and focused. He never wanted to disappoint people, never wanted to disappoint us, never wanted to disappoint his teachers and professors. And most of all, he didn’t want to disappoint himself. He was goofy and funny, but also serious and eternally sweet.”

After graduating in the top 3% of his class from Jesuit, Sam fortuitously chose Texas A&M University and was back with Kate and Luke in College Station as an honors student, where

he majored in petroleum engineering with minors in mathematics and Spanish, all while pursuing his master’s in finance. A member of Kappa Sigma, his fraternity brothers described him as “intelligent and compassionate with a one-of-a-kind personality…he had an outlook on life like no other. He was happy, eager, lively, optimistic, and driven.”

“Sam was my best friend, and he really was the best of us,” reflected Kate. “He was always so dependable. You never had to worry about Sam. School. Work. Life. He always seemed to have it figured out. Sam was also the only person I’ve ever had in my life who I could sit next to in complete silence without it ever feeling awkward. Just his presence was comforting.”

Sam was naturally gifted in science and math, and it is his parents’ wish to establish a legacy at Jesuit in his honor. A gift that not only expressed an endless love for their dear son, but a meaningful gesture that would result in a profound impact on the student experience. Known as The Sam H.R. Jackson ’21 Science Department Chair Fund, the gift is the first of its kind at Jesuit and will fund the salary for the chair position. Moving forward, every head of the science department at Jesuit Dallas will be known as the Sam H.R. Jackson ’21 Science Department Chair.

“It is a great honor to be named as the first Sam H.R. Jackson ’21 Science Department Chair,” expressed Dr. Todd Gruninger ’98. “I had the pleasure of teaching Sam as a

freshman and as a senior, as well as getting to appreciate him as a member of the Jesuit basketball program. Even as a ninth grader, Sam embodied the Profile of a Graduate at Graduation. He was intelligent, hard-working, grounded, loving, and always had a smile for me and his fellow classmates and teammates. I loved having him in honors biology and AP biology where he excelled, and I loved getting to know him as a young man. His character, approach to life, and consideration of others would make any parent proud, and he reflected the qualities I hope my own children aspire to.”

“Sam was a remarkable human being,” the Jacksons continued. “His friends and faith were everything to him, and he absolutely loved Jesuit. He would often tell us how much he missed it – not just his friends – but the School and the culture. Like so many boys, Jesuit was a second home to Sam. The goal in creating this Fund is certainly to honor his life, but also to provide long-term sustenance and care for an institution that had such an enormous impact on our entire family. We hope this opportunity encourages others to examine how they can best support Jesuit and to consider endowing other teaching positions.”

Echoing previous thoughts as if unable to otherwise describe their emotions, Kate and Luke agreed that “Sam always looked out for everyone. He was sincere, and yet always reminded us to have fun. He was the best of us, and we miss him every day.”

Fred, Sam, and Angela Jackson

Sam and his Jesuit brothers celebrate their new status as alumni

Sam and Kate at Camp OTX Luke and Sam after graduation

Alaniz Family Establishes Need-Based Scholarship

“As a student who relied on financial aid, I could not have attended Jesuit without the generosity of some anonymous donor. Given the opportunity to pay it forward and provide the same for someone else, our family was compelled to establish the Steve ’71 and Nathan ’12 Alaniz Family Scholarship.”

Each year, over 25% of the Jesuit Dallas student body qualifies to receive financial aid, representing more than 300 students. The generosity of our donors and the fulfillment of new endowed funds allows Jesuit to stay c goal of fostering an inclusive community where students are accepted based exclusively on academic performance, potential, and character.

“Jesuit could not give me all the answers in terms of my career and life, but the lessons I learned pointed me in the right direction.” said Steve. “Without a doubt, my experience gave me the knowledge and academic tools I needed to succeed at college, which Nathan has echoed, expressing that the transition to college was incredibly easy following his time as a Jesuit student.”

Jesuit’s formational program has always been focused on the development of the whole person, and while other schools may purport to have similar objectives, through seemingly infinite paths, our students are encouraged to pursue their passions while striving toward a greater awareness of their responsibility as leaders in our communities. As Nathan added, “my experience at Jesuit, and specifically our work with agency partners where we engaged in meaningful encounters with those experiencing marginalization, offered unique insights into life and its complexities.”

“Camaraderie then, and now, through my Jesuit brothers have given me some of my fondest moments,” Steve continued. “As high school aged young men, we shared common experiences of discovery, failure, and success. As a parent, I was blessed to be able to participate with Jesuit’s robotics program, an experience that kept Nathan and I connected. Jesuit is a remarkable place and the spirit of being a Man for Others never leaves you. Through our Fund, our family is grateful for the opportunity to make a difference and contribute toward a young man’s future.”

Your Investment to Jesuit Changes Lives.

At the heart of Jesuit’s innovative academic program is our extraordinary faculty. Endowed department chairs recognize the achievements of outstanding teachers, raise the profile of our School, and provide flexibility to redirect resources to fulfill other needs, such as scholarships and facilities. When you establish an endowed teaching position at Jesuit, such as The Sam H.R. Jackson ’21 S cience Department Chair Fund, you create a legacy while providing income from earnings to support the School beyond your lifetime.

Nathan ’12 and Steve ’71 Alaniz

H O M E C

Beginning with the Sons of Alums Breakfast, which featured Distinguished Alumnus Michael Marz ’74, and closing with the annual Alumni Memorial Mass, where we honored our deceased graduates, Homecoming at Jesuit is about community. We are grateful for all the wonderful members of our Jesuit Family who reinforce the distinct and marvelous spirit of our community through their participation.

Friday evening, as Jesuit raced toward the playoffs with a 42-0 victory over Nimitz, the Terry Center was bustling, as 360 alumni and their guests attended Jesuit’s Grand Reunion. Guests were able to watch the 51 attending members of the Class of 1973 receive their Golden Diplomas before watching the game on the big screen in the Michael Corasaniti ’83 Assembly Hall.

Family Day the following afternoon was dubbed this year as, “Picnic in the Park,” as most of the activity took place inside and around Wright Field. All members of our community were invited to sample the annual Alumni BBQ Cook-Off, while activities included inflatables, balloon art, spin art, temporary tattoos, corn hole, Wheel of Fortune, photo stand-ins, and live music. Kona Ice helped to keep everyone refreshed, and special appearances by the members of the varsity football and cheer teams added to the fun.

Saturday’s highlight was the dunk tank, which gave guests the chance to sink some of their favorite coaches, teachers, and staff to lots of laughs. Community Service and Social Justice Coordinator, Claire Moore, earned the coveted title of Dunk Tank Warrior with 24 splash downs!

2023 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS

Michael Marz ’74

Michael Marz, from the Class of 1974, has been named the 2023 Jesuit Dallas Distinguished Alumnus. A deeply committed advocate of the Jesuit mission, Marz has remained inspired by the School’s record of producing future scholars and leaders, and through 30 years of exemplary service and philanthropic support, has used his talents and gifts toward becoming one of Jesuit’s greatest ambassadors.

“The Jesuit experience and its impact goes far beyond what is learned in the classroom,” shared Marz. “We were taught to believe in our abilities and to affect positive change in our community. Jesuit not only instilled in me the tools to be successful, but it taught me compassion, and a responsibility to be an agent of positive change for those less fortunate.”

Marz recently retired as vice chairman at Hilltop Securities, Inc., where he oversaw the commodities, structuring, and TBA housing efforts for one of the most successful and trusted investment banking firms in the United States. For over 40 years, Marz leveraged his vast experience across the financial industry in providing advisory services to public, corporate, and non-profit organizations.

A member of four consecutive state championship swim teams at Jesuit Dallas, Marz received his undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Dallas, and later completed postgraduate work in behavioral investment decisions at Harvard University. In 2015, the University of Dallas honored Marz with UD’s Distinguished Alumnus Award for his commitment to the greater Dallas community as well as his civic and professional achievements.

Marz has remained intimately connected with Jesuit since first joining the Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas Board of Trustees in 1988. In 2006, he served as president of the Jesuit Dallas Museum Board of Trustees, and from 2010-16, Marz was a member of the Jesuit Dallas Foundation Board of Trustees, including as chair from 2013-15.

Following the completion of his second term with the Foundation Board, Marz once again landed back on the School Board, where he continues to advocate for the School’s mission and the student experience.

In addition to decades of extraordinary volunteer service, Marz and his wife, Marguerite, have been wonderfully considerate of Jesuit in their charitable giving. Members of the St. Ignatius Legacy Society, they established the Marz-Farmer Family Scholarship Fund for need-based financial aid and have provided generous support to the Jesuit MAGIS Golf Classic Endowment Fund and the Faculty Development Fund.

“I love Jesuit for its unique ability to give young men ‘brothers’ for life. It is a place filled with remarkable people exploring faith through critical thinking in a diverse environment. The School has enriched our whole family, and I feel blessed to be part of such a loving and dedicated community.”

The Jesuit Dallas Distinguished Alumnus Award is presented to Jesuit graduates whose life exemplifies in an exceptional way the religious, academic and social values set before him during his years as a Jesuit student, and Michael Marz is the embodiment of that profile. The entire School community celebrates Marz and his family, including daughters, Madelyne and Lainee, and son and fellow Jesuit grad, Matthew ’00. We are truly grateful for his remarkable trust and commitment to the Jesuit mission.

Jesuit Dallas Distinguished Alumnus Award

The Distinguished Alumnus Award is presented annually by the Jesuit Alumni Association to a Jesuit graduate whose life exemplifies in an exceptional way the religious, academic and social values set before him during his years as a Jesuit student and whose outstanding qualities in spiritual and civic leadership have won for him the respect, confidence and affection of the community. Selection is considered the highest honor bestowed on an alumnus by the Jesuit Dallas Alumni Association.

SPORTS HALL OF FAME

The 24th annual Blue & Gold Banquet celebrating the Jesuit Dallas Sports Hall of Fame proudly honored four former student-athletes, whose contributions to Jesuit, their sport, and the community have left an indelible imprint on their alma mater and the programs in which they competed. Over the course of their high school careers, these gentlemen added to the School’s totals of 130 state championships and a state-best 78 boys district titles since 2003.

A standout goalkeeper, Dan Morris ’13 was a three-time first team all-state selection and consensus All-American in lacrosse, as well as the program’s first sophomore captain, and a two-time Team MVP. A sensational stint at the University of Maryland followed his Jesuit career, as Morris won a national championship with the Terrapins in 2017, was a two-time All-American and was named to the Lowe’s Senior CLASS All-America first team. Additionally, Morris was a four-time Academic All-Big Ten selection and was honored as a Big Ten Distinguished Scholar in 2017. Morris was selected with the 50th overall pick of the 2018 Major League Lacrosse draft by the New York Lizards and served as the starting goalkeeper for the Philippines National Team.

One of the most prolific wide receivers in the annals of Texas high school football, Jake Oliver ’13 ended his historic career with a state-record 308 receptions, 4,567 yards and 56 touchdowns. A three-time all-state selection, he earned the prestigious Landry Award in 2012, designated to recognize the top football student-athlete in North Texas. He was also selected to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl and was named to the 2013 Parade All-American team. Oliver continued his playing career at the University of Texas, where he had 33 receptions for 358 yards in 19 games for the Longhorns. Oliver’s high school reception total still ranks second across all divisions in Texas while he ranks inside the top six all-time in career receiving yards and career receiving touchdowns.

In addition to the inductions of the Hall’s four newest members, this year’s ceremony recognized the remarkable accomplishments of the 2010 Jesuit Dallas soccer team, which scripted one of the most historically impressive seasons in UIL history. Led by head coach Charlie DeLong, the Rangers finished 25-0-0 with 16 shutouts, becoming the first private school to capture a UIL state title while ending the year ranked No. 1 in the ESPN Rise and Top Drawer Soccer national rankings.

Jordan Spieth ’11 authored a recordbreaking career at Jesuit Dallas before embarking on a dazzling professional career that has made him one of the most recognizable names in the history of American golf. A three-time UIL state champion, Spieth was also a three-time American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) All-American, two-time U.S. Junior amateur champion, and the 2009 AJGA Rolex Player of the Year. After leading the University of Texas to the 2012 NCAA Championship while earning All-American accolades and Big 12 Player of the Year honors, Spieth became the youngest PGA Tour winner in 82 years with his victory at the 2013 John Deere Classic, igniting a dominant decadelong run that has included 16 professional victories, 79 top-10 finishes, and three Major championships. Spieth, who in 2015 finished as FedEx Cup champion and PGA Player of the Year while ranking No. 1 in the Official World Golf Rankings, is the secondyoungest golfer in history to win the first three legs of the career Grand Slam.

A multi-sport star who forged a stellar football career at the collegiate level, Brian Wetzel ’11 was a four-time alldistrict selection at Jesuit who excelled on the gridiron and the hardwood. As the 2009-10 UIL District 8-5A Basketball Newcomer of the Year, Wetzel helped Jesuit capture the 2010 district championship. A two-time all-district pick in football, Wetzel made history on Sept. 3, 2010, as he scored six touchdowns to lead a Jesuit rally past Strake and join an elite group of players in Texas high school football history to ever achieve that feat. Wetzel attended Fordham University where he started as a freshman before establishing himself as one of the top wide receivers in the Rams’ 141-year history. A 2014 All-American, Wetzel was a six-time All-Patriot League selection and currently ranks second in program history for career receptions, career receiving yards, and career receiving touchdowns, while authoring the most 100-yard games in Fordham program history.

Classnotes

1950s

Hon. Pat McDowell ’52 moved to a resident facility in Dallas.

Ray Abdallah ’53 attended Loyola University and Arlington State College after Jesuit and served in the U.S. Army from 1956-62. He was honorably discharged, and then married Patricia in 1962. Together they had nine children. In 1970, the family moved to Laredo, Texas, where they live today with their children and extended family.

Jerry Durbin ’53 shares, “Howdy, I retired from Mobile Pipe Line Co. in March 1994 after 37 years of service. I then consulted for Mobil and Exxon Mobil from 1994-02 on various major oil pipeline projects in Russia, the Middle East, Alaska,

Venezuela, and the United States. After taking 34 ocean and river cruises I have settled in San Antonio and spend my spare time picking the old guitar and doing karaoke.”

Rodger Koppa ’54 is still healthy and teaching part time in the Industrial Engineering Department at Texas A&M. He continues to serve as part of the lay ministry at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Calvert, Texas, and is active in the College Station Noon Lions Club.

Benny Patak ’54 is set to become a great-grandfather! Bernard, Jr. ’77 is the grandad, as his son Preston Patak welcomes their first child in January. This past November, Benny celebrated his 88th birthday!

John Furlow ’55 proudly reports that he has six children, 10 grandchildren, and eight greatgrandchildren.

John McLeod ’57 says, “Looking forward to 63 years of marriage this June. We are blessed with five children and four grandchildren. We both are retired and blessed with all of children and grandchildren living close by.”

Bob Hettler ’58 celebrated 57 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Sheila, last June. Bob’s enjoying the retired life with hobbies of golf, yard work, and exercise.

Jud Human ’59 reports that he has moved to Santa Fe, N.M.

Louis McDonald ’59 is widowed and has three sons and one daughter, eight grandkids, and four great-grandchildren. Louis is retired from the U.S. Army and Amtrak.

1960s

Walt Crawford ’60 reports that he is married to wife, Joanne, for 54 years. They have three children and nine grandchildren. He was U.S. Army artillery surveyor in Germany and was with the 210th Artillery Group Band. He then served the Dallas Police Reserve and was operations supervisor for

Dr. Tom Nabors ’73 received Fellowship in the Pierre Fauchard Academy last May. Members are dentists who are among the most outstanding leaders in various fields of dentistry. Fellowship in the Academy is by nomination and is designed to honor past accomplishments in the field of dentistry.

Jim Jenkins ’71 recently moved to Boerne, where he reconnected with Rev. Ed Owens, OSST ’70, who teaches graduate and pastoral biblical studies. Both have enjoyed dinners together and reminiscing. Jim is retired and plays Santa for the holidays and special occasions. He has his own Santa suit and the look to go with it!

Randy Labac ’62 and his wife, Carolyn, celebrate their 56th wedding anniversary at the summit of Mt. Evans, near their home in Evergreen, Colo.

Bill Finegan ’53 participates annually in the alligator hunt that takes place between Thibodaux and Raceland, La.

the Dallas Parks Dept. NE District. A master gardener with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Walt was also the operations supervisor over landscape and horticulture for the State Fair of Texas/ Fair Park. Walt retired after 30 years of service to the City of Dallas. His hobbies include soccer, speaking German and Spanish somewhat proficiently, and he is an avid striper fisherman.

Howard Davis ’60 was highlighted in the March 24, 2023, edition of The Texas Catholic “Faces of Faith.” Howard spent decades immersed in the world of miniatures, along with his late wife Barbara Bruton-Davis. A U.S. Navy veteran and parishioner at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Howard designs miniature art that reflects his love of his Catholic faith and his country.

Dick LaMarche ’60 shares, “I retired in 2021 at age 79. Now have 10 grandchildren, one great-grandson, and a greatgranddaughter in the oven. I’m blessed!”

Jim Adams ’63 lives on the Oregon coast near Tillamook (the “Dairy Town”). He has two daughters, one who lives in Austin, and the other, in Virginia. Jim’s hobbies include composing synth music, maintaining a blog, and home improvement. You can follow Jim at wracklineblog.com.

John Sharpton ’64 says, “My wife and I completed another anniversary milestone on Dec. 15, 2023, having married on that day in 1973. As is said in the Knights of Columbus, ‘time flies, remember death,’ and so we pray to Jesus our personal savior, for family, friends, country, and church, especially in this time. All praise, honor, and glory always to Jesus Christ.”

Joe Brophy ’65 was awarded his PFS (personal financial specialist) certificate by The American Institute of CPAs after completed testing in San Mateo, Calif., last Aug. Joe’s memorable 2023 also included a 123-day Viking World Cruise that he took with his spouse from January-May.

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THANKS TOMMY!

Jesuit Dallas Alumni in the World

DID YOU KNOW

Before becoming one of the foundational posts at Dick Clark Productions, Gene Weed ’52 began producing and directing a new art form he called “song films,” better known today as music videos. He produced and directed over 200 music videos before the term was even coined, working with recording artists such as Glen Campbell, the Fifth Dimension, and Creedence Clearwater Revival, in addition to producing and directing over 300 TV commercials. For many years, he produced and directed the Golden Globe Awards, The Academy of Country Music Awards, and The Soap Opera Digest Awards, as well as numerous TV specials such as Live Aid and Farm Aid. In 1986, he won a Grammy Award for narrating the album, “Interviews from the Class of ’55 Recording Sessions,” which featured Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, and Carl Perkins. Weed was involved in numerous charitable projects, notably AIDS research and food insecurity for underserved communities. Survived by his wife and seven children, Gene Weed passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Aug. 5, 1999.

Patrick Hughes ’76 gives thanks, as he and his family celebrate his 65th birthday from the Bahamas. “The five grandkids getting regular lessons inspired from my formative time at Jesuit. I look forward to visiting the campus as you continue the mission of forming boys into men. Best regards to

Tommy Donahue ’77 poses with his haul of Jesuit treasurers that he donated to the Archives from his Jesuit days. The items included Jesuit Roundups, spirit ribbons, freshman beanies and game programs.

Ken Shapiro, Burt Reynolds, Ann-Margaret, Beau Bridges, and Gene Weed ’52 at the 50th Annual Golden Globe Awards.

Michael Schnitzius ’67 reports that he moved back to Texas on Nov. 6, 2023.

Mike Shropshire ’67 is happily retired and enjoys visiting his daughter, Anne, son inlaw, Timberon, and his three grandchildren, Gabe, Jude, and Katie, in Hawaii, where Timberon is stationed with the U.S. Navy as a commander.

Tom Stone ’68 says, “Cathy and I are spending summers in Maine and have great visits with our children and grandchildren up here. We are an international family. Our oldest, Liam, lives in The Woodlands with his wife, Melissa, and our two grandsons. Nat, lives in Shanghai with his wife, Shreya. Jacob is currently in Berlin with his new wife, Xusha and will be moving to the UK. We are very grateful for our good life. I am proud of how Jesuit continues to prepare men of service for others!”

Mike Murphy ’69 proudly reports the arrival of grandson, Caysen, who joins granddaughters, Olivia and Cora.

1970s

Bill Keller ’70 retired from CMC Steel Texas in 2022 after 25 years in sales. Last year, Bill began a four-year term on the Seguin City Council after winning a runoff with 60% of the vote. He and his wife, Kitty, enjoy their three grandchildren, while Kitty is still selling cloisonné ornaments world-wide, including at The Ranger Connection!

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Swimming and Diving alumni pose for a group shot after a friendly competition at the David A. Segal Family Aquatic Center.

Chris Cook, Bill Dalton, Kevin Herndon, Brian Nicoud, Wallace Reid, and John Wesner all from the Jesuit Dallas Class of 1977 recently got together for some fishing and relaxation in Puerto San Jose, Guatemala. “Many sailfish and dorado and one blue marlin were boated by the mighty pescadores during our two-day outing. We had a great time catching up and discussions solving problems of the world.”

From the Class of 1979, Very Rev. Joseph J. Lehman, TOR - Minister Provincial, (3rd from left) poses with members of his 2023-2027 Provincial Council. Class note on page 37.

Escaping the Texas heat in July are Class of 1979 members Tom Melsheimer, Bob McGreevy, Mike Jenner and John McCarthy visiting Jay Fowler in Laramie, Wyo.

Dave Sambrano ’81 and Michael Eltz ’88 met at Washington Dulles Airport. Dave is a 777 Captain and Michael a 767 First Officer for United Airlines.

Weddings

Katy Roden to Landon Tujague ’09

Alex Smit to Matt Thompson ’09

Kaci McCartan to Mitch Pagel ’11

Lindsay Strong to Ray Wilcox ’11

Ellie Honzel to Jason Knott ’12

Karen Quay to Quinn Wolf ’12

Maryann McAfee to Braden Morrison ’14

Emma Scheer to James Butterfield ’15

Jacelyn Overton to James Hockaday ’15

Lauren Jenkins to Zach Walker ’15

Connie Sebesta to Kyle Muller ’16

REUNIONS REUNIONS

Thanks to the 3s and 8s for celebrating their reunion with us at Homecoming. 4s and 9s, this is your yearStay tuned for details!

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Dalton Walters ’16

Jesuit Dallas cycling alum Dalton Walters ’16 rebounded from a terrifying crash just three weeks prior to capture two USA Elite National Championships in Carson, Calif., this past summer. Walters secured the individual title in the men’s keirin event before adding a gold medal in the men’s team sprint.

While racing at the 2023 Pan American Championships in Argentina, Walters suffered a devastating crash that saw the former Ranger walk away with severe road rash and hundreds of splinters from the 250-meter wood track. In his return to racing, Walters battled his way through a talented field to reach the finals of the keirin, where he competed against five of the top racers in the nation.

“I thought I was going to be much more apprehensive about nationals just in terms of being on the track with people after having that kind of an experience, knowing you’re going at high speeds on a bike with no brakes,” commented Walters.

The keirin is an individual sprint event that begins with a motorcycle pacing the field for three laps before the competitors race for the final three laps. After manufacturing a slim lead over the field at the start of the three-lap sprint, the competing cyclists closed in on Walters.

“I saw that there were riders stacked out, which means that they’re making a move, so at that point, I just had to flip the switch and full-out

sprint. Midway through that last lap, I’m in the back stretch and no one’s come around me yet. I think that there’s a chance to accomplish something incredible here, and that just breathed life into me. I hung on and won it, and in that first turn after I crossed the finish line, I couldn’t believe what just happened. It was just utter disbelief. I did a whole lap around the track where I was holding my helmet.”

Walters, who reached 41.114 miles per hour during his national championship-clinching performance, followed his individual victory with a national title in the team sprint event, joining fellow USA Cycling racers Joshua Hartman, Evan Boone, and Jamie Alvord III on the podium.

After winning several state titles at Jesuit, Walters posted four top-five finishes at the College Track National Championships while racing for Colorado Mesa University. His second-place finish at the 2019 collegiate nationals was a milestone, inspiring the former Ranger to try out for and ultimately secure a roster spot in the Olympic Development Program.

Walters’ target for the future is clear; a spot on the USA Cycling roster for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. Track cycling will be featured at the Olympics this year, beginning with the men’s team sprint qualification on Aug. 5, 2024.

Roland Tovar ’70 is semi-retired, yet still works training new hires at Frito Lay. He is happily married to wife, Zoya, for over 47 years! “I enjoy picking up the grandchildren from Mary Immaculate School in Carrollton. I am looking forward to our 55th reunion in 2025!”

Bill Strobel ’71 reports he currently has three grandchildren: Mabry, Graham, and nine-monthold, Maren, and plans to move near them in Prosper, Texas.

Al Hockaday ’72 has been a professional Santa since 2017. In 2024, he will be inducted into the Austin College Athletic Hall of Honor. Al was a standout fouryear, two-sport varsity letterman, including a four-year starter in football and two-year starter and team MVP in baseball.

Dr. Joe Morrison ’72 enjoyed his 50th reunion with the Class of 1972. He is also proud to announce the birth of his 14th grandchild! Joe is a part-time national health consultant for CVS and is the president of the pro-life nonprofit, LifeFirst.

Erin Dwyer ’73 reports that he is recovering after receiving a kidney transplant in August from his college roommate!

Mitch Bowman ’74 offers, “I hope everyone is well. All best wishes!”

Kevin Crawford ’74 says, “I have recently retired from my law practice of over 30 years. My wife and I have moved from the rainy, cold Pacific Northwest to Buckeye, Ariz! I am enjoying teaching business law part time at

Grand Canyon University and lucky to have the opportunity to work with such great, young students!”

John Stefanos ’77 sold his Greek restaurant in Emory, Texas, and retired in June 2023. Appropriately, John, followed his retirement with a 40-day vacation and family visit to Greece. He recently bought an RV to travel with his wife of 32 years and plans to spend extra time with their eight grandchildren.

Pat Doyle ’78 says, “I am enjoying the retired life as I get to spend time traveling with my wife, Dianne (UA ’78), as well as spending time with my five kids and 13 grandkids - with two more due in January!

Four of my children live in Dallas, while daughter, Clara (UA ’09), and her husband, Cpt. Andy Ogden, USMC ’09 are in Okinawa, Japan.

Jim Hairston ’79 announced the birth of his 11th grandchild, Fulton Huffines Hairston. He is the third child of son and Jesuit Dallas alum, James Hairston, Jr. ’11

Joseph J. Lehman, TOR ’79 On July Thursday, July 13, 2023, I was re-elected to serve as the minister provincial of the Third Order Regular Franciscans of the Sacred Heart Province, headquartered in Loretto, Pa. The Province currently has about 95 members serving at Franciscan University of Steubenville (Ohio) and Saint Francis University (Pa.), as well as 10 parishes across the country including Good Shepherd in Colleyville, Texas, and St. Andrew in Fort Worth. In addition to his role as provincial, Joseph serves on the board of trustees at the

two aforementioned universities, sacramental minister at several parishes in Pennsylvania, and team chaplain for two NCAA sports teams at Saint Francis. See picture page 32.

Robert Salerno ’79 retired in Jan. 2022. He recently had lunch with Matt McVay ’79 and shared that it was great catching up.

1980s

Jamie Williams ’80 wishes to say hello to all of his Jesuit Brothers!

Robert Gonzalez ’81 retired from the U.S. Air Force Reserves in January 2023. Robert’s son, Austin, recently graduated from Virginia Military Institute under an Army ROTC Scholarship. He commissioned in the U.S. Army as a 2nd Lieutenant and is stationed at Fort Rucker, Ala. He will attend

helicopter training and hopes to fly Apache helicopters. My youngest, Andrew, graduated high school last spring and accepted an offer to attend Florida State University. Michael Biczynski ’82 My mother produced a documentary on the life of my dear father, who passed away three years ago. Titled Joyride: The Improbable Life of a Concentration Camp Survivor, the documentary can be viewed on YouTube.

Marc Masferrer ’85 shares that after more than 30 years in print and online journalism, he joined the ranks of higher education in 2022 as communications and media relations officer at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus. “I write stories about the students, faculty, and others on campus, and assist in various marketing efforts.”

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Scott May ’82 and his wife, Kelly, have been enjoying their time at their home on Cedar Creek Lake for four years now. Kelly is a retired teacher from Mohawk Elementary in Richardson ISD, while Scott is still working and loving Lake Life!

Chris Coufal ’83 poses with the “St. Thomas Crew” at the Jesuit Dallas and Ursuline 1983 40th reunion.

Lifelong fans of the other Rangers, James Tolle ’93 and classmate Charles Gray ’93 watched the Texas Rangers win it all in Arizona.

Mike Post ’96 and Luke Kiser ’13 served as pace leaders for the 3:15 Marathon Training Group with the Dallas Running Club this Fall.

One hundred alumni competed in the second-ever Jesuit Alumni Golf Challenge, which marked another victory for need-based financial aid while bringing together Jesuit brothers across multiple generations. Played at the Texas Rangers Golf Club, Kyle Baginski ’09 and Jimmy Marino ’10 took home the grand prize: a complimentary foursome in the MAGIS Golf Classic. Special thanks to co-presenting sponsor Greg Gordon ’91/ Gordan Highlander Corporation, as well as player gift sponsor Mark Sorokwasz ’93/ Alexa Springs, and bar sponsor, Complete Landsculpture, for helping to ensure a hugely successful event. Stay tuned for details for the next iteration of the Jesuit Alumni Golf Challenge, which will be held in spring 2025.

“With a sold-out field in 2023, I cannot wait to see the Jesuit Alumni Golf Challenge continue to grow! The venue, format, and ultimate prize of admission to the MAGIS, made it a truly remarkable experience. It felt like all the attendees, driven by our shared Jesuit background, not only enjoyed a day of golf and camaraderie, but also contributed to the efforts of providing need-based scholarships for deserving students.”

Sam Civello ’94

Paul Stahl ’85 was promoted to vice president of sales and marketing at DynaTouch Corporation. Continuing to serve as chairman of the board for the San Antonio Public Library, Paul will celebrate his 20th year on this board this year.

Over the past two years, Fred Dews ’87 has shifted from hosting a podcast for the Brookings Institute to producing 10 shows.

Michael Martinez ’87 says, “Hello all. I am doing well, enjoying life to the fullest. Dining out, social events, charity work, and British documentaries take up most of my time. Horseback riding relaxes me, pétanque is a new passion, and I’ve earned the nickname Margarita Mike since I’ve had the best ones in all the ‘see and be seen’ restaurants in Dallas. Cheers!”

1990s

After 25 years as Ameriprise Financial, Matt Irwin ’90 transitioned to LPL Financial.

“My son is a freshman at Jesuit this year, following in his dad’s footsteps.”

Ted Wilbert ’90 started a new position in January. Son, Luke, is in the midst of his junior year at Jesuit Dallas, while daughter, Maddy, is a sophomore at Ole Miss.

Jason Clayton ’91 traveled to Africa in 2022 and did a bowhunting Safari where he was able to harvest four incredible African game.

Quino Martinez ’91 reports that his oldest daughter began her first year of law school at Ole Miss this past fall. Quino was recently elected as Lowndes’ fourth managing partner in the firm’s 55year history. His official title will be president and CEO effective at the start of their next fiscal year, which begins Feb. 1, 2024. “I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas!”

Stu Robison ’91 has been married since 2004 and has lived in Peshtigo, Wis., since 2012. “I have three boys, 15-year-olds Beau and Brady, and high school senior, Nicholas.”

Jay Schnitzius ’96 still lives in Potomac, Md., with his wife, Ronit, and daughter, Ada. He is proud to announce the birth of his son, Lev Aldous, born Aug. 2, 2023.

Javier Salas ’97 and his wife, Jessica, are the proud parents of son, Anthony, and daughter, Sophia.

Captain Collins Illich ’99 runs Sawgrass Fishing Rods in Dallas. Sawgrass is a new U.S.-based rod manufacturer making rods for all tackle scenarios.

2000s

Robby Hurt ’00 announces the birth of his son, Oliver Stephenson Hurt, born Jan. 11, 2023. See photo on page 45.

Rafael Merren ’03 is currently pursuing his medical degree with the goal of becoming a preventive cardiologist.

Eugene Flynn ‘04 started law school at the University of Tulsa

Michael Allardyce ’03 (R) joined U.S. Soccer in May 2023 as the senior director of digital content, helping oversee content coverage of the men’s and women’s national team and the federation’s mission to grow the sport in the United States. In his first month on the job, Michael was with the men’s national team in Las Vegas as they competed in and ultimately won the CONCACAF Nations League.

College of Law in 2022 after leaving a career position with the United States Post Office. He was recently accepted onto the Energy Law Journal and has been elected vice president of the Student Bar Association. He misses Dallas but looks forward to beginning his legal career in Oklahoma.

Kenny Halloran ’04 and wife, Cristina, welcomed Franco Asher to their family on Feb. 8, 2023. Living in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Kenny is the associate director of research at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where he manages studies and programs focused on reducing health disparities in underserved communities across Arkansas, Oklahoma, Washington, Hawaii, and the Marshall Islands. See photo on page 45.

Ernesto Martinez ’04 and Stephanie Champion are proud to announce the birth of Iyla Santana Martinez on Nov. 1, 2023. See photo on page 45.

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Jesuit Dallas Hockey alumni gather for a photo on the ice after their annual alumni game.

Jay Pendleton ’98 and classmates Joey Mongaras ’98 and Kenneth Mayberry ’98 pose with Javier, owner of Javier’s of Dallas.

Eric Launer ’08, Jake Wesley ’08 and Joe Askew ’08 at the Texas Tech TCU game on Nov. 2, 2023 in Lubbock. The Red Raiders beat the Horned Frogs, 35-28, much to the chagrin of Jake and Joe.

WELCOME BACK TO

Kalen Perez ’15 enjoyed seeing the updates to campus and catching up with his teachers when he visited campus in the fall!

2/C Midshipman Major Kent ’21 and 1/C Midshipman John Pattee ’20 were back on campus sharing information about the U.S. Naval Academy with our students.

Andrew Alexander ’02 and son, Aidan, stopped by campus while in Dallas!

Joe Fields ’01 speaks with a small group of students as a guest speaker for the Multicultural Society.

Lanny Hall ’96 caught up with Sophomore Counselor and classmate/teammate David Williams ’96. The two pose with a photo of one of their soccer state championship teams!

Members of the 2010 Soccer UIL State Championship team sat down on camera with Coach Charlie Delong to talk about their season, the triumphs and tribulations and the impact it had on Jesuit Dallas athletics.

Fr. Miguel Sotelo ’14, Fr. Cesar Garcia ’14 and Father Kevin Kolker ’11 pose after a Synod Mass at Jesuit Dallas with the Diocese of Dallas Bishop Edward Burns.

Colonel Donald R. Neal, Jr. ’97 speaks with Jesuit students visiting Washington D.C. as part of a school trip.

Sean Gavin ’00 (center) coached, Mike Gavin ’98 (right) helped the referee chain gang, and Mike’s son Asher (current 6th grader at All Saints) was a ball boy at Jesuit’s instant classic win against Rockwall!

Matthew Reznicek, PhD ’04 hosted the Irish Ambassador to the United States, Geraldine Byrne Nason, and the Irish Consul General of Chicago, at the University of Minnesota as president of the American Conference for Irish Studies on Aug. 11, 2023.

Christopher Nicholls ’05 and wife, Lauren, announce the birth of their daughter, Brynne An!

Carl Rossini ’05 and Stephanie Regis announce the birth of son, Dante Rossini, on Oct. 1, 2023. See photo on page 45.

Paul Chu ’06 and his family of four are living in Northern California. “We are happy to read and hear about the updates at Jesuit!”

Rev. Andrew McDonald ’06 announces the birth of son, Jack Theodore McDonald, born on April 27, 2023. “I’ve been living in Kamloops, BC, and serving as pastor of Lord of Life Lutheran Church for five years. Our first son, Paul Ambrose, was born Aug. 24, 2020. Our family bought and moved into our first house just before Jack was born. My dear Rachael Rose and I celebrated six years of marriage on Aug. 19, 2023.”

Matt Miller ’06 offers that if anyone is in the Texas media production industries (film, tv, video games, animation, etc.), feel free to reach out as he has been at the Texas Film Commission for a while and would love to help in any way. Matt is living in Austin and always happy to hear from other Jesuit alums.

Chris Thompson ’07 My wife, Twyla, and I welcomed the birth of our twin boys, Royal McRae and Rhett Wilder, last July 13. See photo on page 45.

Tony Wurst ’07 proudly proclaims WE DID IT! Charlotte Callahan (Charlie) and Michael Scott (Scotty) were born on Dec. 18. Both babies and mom are doing well. See photo on page 45.

Matt Thompson ’09 married Alex Smit on June 17, 2023.

Landon Tujaque ’09 married Katy Rode on Nov. 18, 2023.

2010s

It was a strong Jesuit showing at the Kaci McCartan and Mitch Pagel ’11 wedding. Andrew Olinger ’17, Chris Ackels Jr. ’09, Greg Ackels, Jr. ’11, Michael Yanniello ’11, Charles Rice ’11, Chase Tinker ’05, Patrick Reardon ’14, Alex Stoutenburgh ’11, Greg Ackels Sr ’79, Kip Kernodle ’84, Pat Ryan ’84, Kevin Fitzimmons ’11, Robert Kernodle ’11, Jeff Ackels ’13, Jake Pagel ’17, Kyle McCartan ’08, Cole Morin ’17, Mateo Means ’17, Clay Salinas ’11, Christian Buechel ’11, Michael Field ’17. See photo on page 33.

Ray Wilcox ’11 married Lindsay Strong (UA ’11), daughter of George Strong ’80, on Jan. 7, 2023. Groomsmen included Chris Sergiovanni ’11 and Chris Bissmeyer ’11 See photo on page 33.

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from the alumni director

Greetings Fellow Alums,

I hope this message finds you enjoying the blessings of a new year.

If you were not already aware, the main academic hallway on the first floor of campus is lined on both sides with the alumni class composites, which date back to our first class in 1943. Many of today’s students enjoy commenting on the clothing and hair styles of yesteryear, while others love searching for relatives and friends who attended. What our students may not fully realize is that the Jesuit they know – the facilities, programs, teachers – has been made possible largely because of the people in those composites.

Like the alumni who came before them, our students are challenged by a rigorous curriculum, exposed to St. Ignatius’s spiritual exercises in daily reflection and retreats, encouraged to better the world through service and a commitment to justice, and called to build relationships with one another as brothers in a shared mission of becoming Men for Others

A strong alumni presence further adds value to their Jesuit experience and comes in a variety of forms too big in number to describe, but easy to highlight. Our alumni graciously and willingly visit campus to share their life experiences with our student groups, teams, and clubs; they pack the seats in Melsheimer Family Theater and the stands at our athletic venues in support of our young men; most importantly, our alumni reach out to classmates every year to raise funds for the benefit of our financial aid program. Thanks to everyone’s remarkable efforts this year, we have set a record in our annual Alumni Phonathon appeal!

My wish for our students, alumni, and the entire Jesuit Dallas community is that we continue to prosper and be there for each other because together, we will continue to do amazing things!

God Bless,

Sean McMullen

’96 Director of Alumni Relations smcmullen@jesuitcp.org

Spencer Clare ’07 poses with trophies signifying he is the grand champion of the annual Alumni BBQ Cook-Off! This is only the second time in the competitions history that one team has placed first in both brisket and ribs categories.

Peter McCreary ’93, Sean McMullen ’96, and Jesus Montalvo catching up at the Alumni Golf Challenge.

Give Like

BOB

Bobby Musso ’24

Phonathon is our annual appeal to alumni to provide need-based financial aid for deserving students. As featured behind the QR code below, Bob McDermott ’60, Bob Morgan ’71, Bob Wunderlick ’84, and Bobby Morgan ’03 have made it their mission to give back to Jesuit ever since their graduations in the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 00s. For years, they have understood the importance of supporting their alma mater and the difference it makes in the lives of so many young men. We invite our alumni to “Give Like Bob” and to recall your own experience as you consider the future of our students.

“My Jesuit experience has meant the world to me, and I am so thankful for our alumni. I am graduating this spring but have already made my first gift to Phonathon. I am learning that it’s never too early and certainly never too late to make a difference. The generosity of our alumni impacts our students more than they probably realize, and I am grateful to able to pay it forward.”

TOP 5 CLASSES PER DECADE BY DONOR

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As of Feb. 7, 2024, 1,848 donors have made gifts totaling $1,568,210 in support of the Jesuit Dallas Endowment.

Join forces with the 75 influential alumni leaders who have made an extraordinary commitment for students relying on financial aid, and plan to join us at our next Cornerstone Society member event. The exciting details will be announced soon.

For more information, contact Director of Alumni Relations, Sean McMullen ’96 (smcmullen@jesuitcp.org) or Director of Development, Joelle Abi-Habib (jabi-habib@jesuiwtcp.org).

“My experience at Jesuit was an incredible blessing. The coursework was rigorous, but the education outside of academics was what made me the man I am today. The overall journey as a Jesuit student resulted in bonds with classmates that last a lifetime. The experience changed my life for the better, as well as my son, Marshall’s ’26, and it is the reason I am committed to supporting future Jesuit students through the Cornerstone Society. There is no other high school in DFW that can replicate what Jesuit provides. Jesuit is a one-of-a-kind experience and something that should be cherished, cultivated, and preserved for future generations.”

Mark Sorokwasz ’93

Thanks to the hospitality of Carl Motter ’85, members of the Cornerstone Society recently enjoyed a great night out at The Shop Club in Dallas.

Jason Knott ’12 graduated from SMU Cox School of Business (MBA) in May 2023 and started at Open Lending as a senior software engineer. He and wife, Ellie, were married on April 14, 2023.

Joe Powell ’12 and wife, Abigail, announce the birth of son, Cooper James, born Sept. 23, 2023.

Barrett Granger ’14 is delighted to share the birth of his first child with wife, Michelle. Juniper Elizabeth was born on Sept. 5, 2023. See photo on page 45.

of rugby at Jesuit. Sean shared that the rugby program was one of his anchors to the Jesuit experience.

Evan Jackson ’17 (left) and his co-founders, Robert Felton and Alex Rothberg, of Intus Health Care were included in this year’s Forbes Under 30 list. Intus Care builds healthcare analytics software to help identify risks and optimize healthcare for lowincome seniors.

Quinn Wolf ’12 shares, “I married Karen Elizabeth Quay on Dec. 9, 2023, in Estes Park, Colo. on a beautiful wintery day in the idyllic Chapel on the Rock, which was visited and blessed by Saint Pope John Paul II in 1993. Many members of the Class of 2012 Jesuit Robotics Team attended including Ian McBride ’12, Patrick Barone ’12, Jim McCabe ’12, Michael Gregory ’12, Jeff Barone ’13, and Kyle Wolf ’14 Karen is the love of my life, and she truly embodies being a Woman for Others. I am so grateful and happy for everybody who shared our special day with us, and I want to share this good news with the rest of the Jesuit community.” See photo on page 33.

Chris Mathis ’13 graduated from the University of Illinois-Chicago with a Master of Science in Nursing in Dec. 2023. He plans to remain in Chicago for a few years to gain trauma nursing and critical care nursing certifications, before moving back to Dallas.

After graduating from TCU, Trey Elliott ’14 pursued a career in medical sales and started working in Houston in trauma as well as with total knee and hip reconstruction surgeries. After two years, he received an offer in the same field, but in the spine division. “I continue to perform to the best of my ability everyday. The plan is to keep working towards my goals along with helping patients every day in spinal care.”

Brandon Lock ’14 graduated from SMU in 2018 with a degree in economics, public policy, and political science. After working for a few years in the aerospace and defense industry, he decided to go to law school at the University of Kansas where he graduated in May 2023 before moving back to Dallas in preparation for the Texas Bar Exam. “At my hooding ceremony, I was honored to receive the KU Law Class of 1949 Leadership Award after being selected by the law faculty. While receiving the award, I thought back to my time at Jesuit and how I became the man I am today. Any leadership skills I carry today started at Jesuit and I am forever grateful for the Jesuit Dallas community, the brothers I have kept since 2014, and the faculty and staff that helped me along the way. AMDG.” See photo left.

Braden Morrison ’14 married Maryann this past October. Cheers! See photo on page 33.

James Butterfield ’15 moved from Dallas to Northern Virginia in Feb. 2022 and married fellow TCU alum, Emmy Sheer, on Aug. 27, 2023, in Washington, D.C. James currently works fully remote for a consulting group based out of Fort Worth.

In 2022, James Hockaday ’15 married Jacelyn Overton of Skiatook, Oklahoma.

Zach Walker ’15 married Lauren Jenkins on Nov. 11, 2023, at Zyanya, Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Groomsmen included Jesuit grads, Chase Walker ’20, Cristian Kelly ’15, Matthew Hever ’15 and Jack Kelley ’15 See photo on page 33.

Joey Cherry ’16 reports that he is engaged to Ashley Hoffmann.

Kyle Muller ’16 married Connie Sebesta near Lake Conroe with a reception at Margaritaville. Jesuit baseball teammates, coaches, and friends who attended, included Michael Hollimon ’01, Ben Shepherd ’19, Darius Hill ’15, Pete Hamrick ’16, Nic Ready ’15, Chris Campagna ’16, Sean Gavin ’00, Connor Lynch ’16, Nick Campagna ’13, Head Coach Brian Jones, Dennis Lynch ’87, and Jack Lynch ’19 See photo on page 33.

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Members of the 2004 basketball team gather for the 20th Anniversary of the School’s first UIL District Championship.

Brandon Lock ’14 received his Juris Doctor from KU Law School in May 2023. See class note right.

Sean Bowen ’19 is the varsity scrum half for Colorado State University Rugby. He has been a varsity starter since freshman year and after playing four years

New Arrivals

DAUGHTERS

Iyla Santana to Stephanie Champion and Ernesto Martinez ’04

Brynne An to Lauren and Chris Nicholls ’05

Amelia Jane to Nikki and Bobby Wagner ’07

Charlotte Callahan to Natalie and Tony Wurst ’07

Charlotte Caroline to Morgan and Chris Patterson ’08

Juniper Elizabeth to Michelle and Barrett Granger ’14

SONS

Lev Aldous to Ronit and Jay Schnitzius ’96

Oliver Stephenson to and Ragan and Robby Hurt ’00

Thomas Gray to Erin and Joseph Feeley ’01

Franco Asher to Cristina and Kenny Halloran ’04

Dante to Stephanie Regis and Carl Rossini ’05

Jack Theodore to Rachael and Andrew McDonald ’06

Gabriel Schmidt to Cynthia and Grant Schmidt ’06

Ignatius Schmidt † to Cynthia and Grant Schmidt ’06

Rhett Wilder to Twyla and Chris Thompson ’07

Royal McRae to Twyla and Chris Thompson ’07

Michael Scott to Natalie and Tony Wurst ’07

James Beal to Heather and Reese Pumphrey ’10

Cooper James to Abigail and Joe Powell ’12

† deceased

Anthony Fischer ’17 graduated from St. Edward’s University in May 2021.

Wyatt Johnson ’17 graduated from Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz.

Brendan Nelligan ’18 will be teaching third and fourth grade in Atlanta while pursuing his Master of Education at the University of Notre Dame through ACE (Alliance for Catholic Education).

Nicholas Smith ’18 reports he is an office and industrial broker for Newmark.

2020s

Tino Ramirez ’20 shares, “This year is my first year playing baseball at Austin College, with only one year to go until graduation. I am also in process of obtaining my real estate education. I hope to be an excellent entrepreneur and investor, and I know my fellow Jesuit brothers and I will do great things together.

Michael Curry ’21 earned his pilot license, and founded and serves as the president of the Student of Aviation Club, Dartmouth (SACD) at Dartmouth College. He is currently exploring career options in the aviation and aerospace defense industries.

Nicholas Lafferty ’22 is studying Psychology at Spring Hill College. Currently in his sophomore year, Nicholas shares that he is having an awesome year!

Briggs Uskovich ’22 is attending Oklahoma State University. “Here with a bunch of Jesuit brothers!”

Jimmy Merkel ’15 (L) LTJG, USN is a Naval Aviator and Instructor Pilot with Training Squadron VT-22 “Golden Eagles” based out of Naval Air Station Kingsville, Texas.

Joey Merkel ’16 (R) LTJG, USN is an F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot with Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-122 “Flying Eagles” based out of Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif.

Quickly accelerating through the ranks of the minor leagues, former first round draft pick, Jordan Lawlar ’21, was promoted to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sept. 6, 2023, where he helped the team advance to the World Series against the Texas Rangers. Lawlar made the most of his first World Series appearance, drawing a walk, before taking an extra base and scoring on a single. According to MLB.com, Lawlar ranks as the top prospect in the Diamondbacks’ organization ahead of the 2024 season.

Cruz Ramirez Hoitsma ’23, is a freshman at University of Colorado, Boulder. He graduated cum laude from Jesuit Dallas and after traveling most of the summer to Europe, Montana, and the East Coast, he has settled in Boulder where he’s a student at the College of Media, Communication, and Information. When he’s not studying, he enjoys going to football games, playing his guitar, and rock climbing, while he also pledged to Phi Gamma Delta.

This past summer, Benjamin McCarley ’20 was selected as a Pohanka intern through Gettysburg College’s Civil War Institute, which places students in the nation’s most high-profile Civil War sites. Benjamin was a park ranger intern and interpreter at Little Big Horn National Monument, giving 45-minute lectures daily to park visitors. He graduates this May with a Bachelor of Music Education and a minor in Civil War history.

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IN MEMORIAM

our prayers and condolences

James William Finegan ’51

Jim Finegan passed away peacefully on March 19, 2023, surrounded by his children and wife, Kathy. Jim graduated from Loyola University New Orleans in 1955 and was commissioned to the Army Reserves as a second lieutenant that same year. He married Elizabeth Claudette Barbazon in Dec. 1956 and had five children. Working for Mobil Oil, Jim and his family relocated many times, living for periods in West Texas, Houston, New York City, Denver, Indonesia, Dallas, and the Netherlands, where they remained until Jim’s retirement in 1992. In 1986, he retired from the Army after achieving the rank of colonel. Five years before Claudette’s passing, Jim entered the Catholic Deaconate program and was ordained in 2001. He was very involved in the Catholic Diocese of Tyler and instrumental in building the St. Thomas More Chapel at Hilltop Lakes. In 2017, Jim married longtime best friend and travel partner, Kathryne Guillory.

Patrick Martin Reames ’52

Dr. Patrick Martin Reames passed away Oct. 1, 2023.

Receiving his medical education in Texas from Southwestern Medical School and Baylor University, John Hopkins University provided training in a Radiology Residency, and he served the National Institute of Health as assistant chief of diagnostic radiology for his military service during the Korean War. Pat moved to Charlotte in 1966 to join Mecklenburg Radiology Associates to run their nuclear medicine department. He stayed with MRA until his retirement in 1997, a span of more than 30 years. Pat enjoyed working on and collecting classic cars, and later in life built intricate model railroad dioramas. He and his wife, Patsy, spent the rest of their lives in Charlotte, refining the grounds and the home they first built in 1967.

William Isaac Wohlfeld ’52

Bill Wohlfeld passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023, at his home in Midland. Bill graduated from SMU with a degree in mechanical engineering, after which he had a long and successful

career. Following a 20-year stint at Drilco Industrial, Bill worked for Mining Technologies International Inc. from 1994 until his retirement. Bill’s career would take him all around the world as he focused mainly on mining operations and became known as an expert on “big hole” drilling technologies. His wife, Dora Jean, with which he had three sons, enjoyed traveling the world together.

Richard Thomas Crane ’53

Richard Crane of Sandy Springs, Ga., passed away on June 6, 2023. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and completed his graduate work at Princeton University. Richard was vice president of Mitsubishi Electronics America, Inc. He was a member of the Dallas Country Club, The Club in Birmingham, Ala., a founding member of the Vinings Club, commissioned Kentucky Colonel, and a Delta Flying Colonel. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gail, with whom he had two sons.

Donald LaRoy Sachse ’55

Don Sachse passed away on Sept. 9, 2023, in Richardson. Don worked in business development for Glidden & ICI Corporation in Garland for more than 30 years. He married his late wife, Sharon J. Cummins and the couple had four children. After her passing he met and married his second wife, Patricia A. Burnett. A fourth generation Texan, he was also a fourth degree Knight of Columbus with Good Shepherd Parish. Don would often share that “every day is a gift.”

John J. McGraw ’58

After a long and welllived life, John passed away unexpectedly on July 16, 2023. Attending Fordham University as an undergraduate, John graduated with a law degree in 1965 from New York University. He had a long and successful career as an attorney, rising to the position of general counsel for Ciba, later serving in the same role at Ciba Specialty Chemicals. In 1965, John married the love of his life, Marie, and they went on to raise four children. At the time of his death, John, who

was an avid fan of the opera, voracious reader, and adventurous treaveler, resided in Armonk, N.Y.

Robert James Timmerman ’58

Bob Timmerman passed away in El Paso on July 2, 2023. Bob was a devout Catholic and a man of great faith with a strong devotion to Saint Ignatius. He enjoyed playing the organ, piano, and trumpet, and tinkering in his workshop. He is survived by his loving and faithful wife, Laura (Eveler) Timmerman and their three children.

Harold Glendon Gieb ’59

Hal Gieb passed away peacefully at his home in Overton, Texas, on April 14, 2023. Taking his studies to Spring Hill College where he played catcher on the varsity baseball team, Hal graduated with a degree in sociology from Texas Tech University in 1963. Hal and his wife of nearly 60 years, Corine, relocated to Knoxville, Tenn., where Hal obtained his master’s degree in social work. Throughout his professional career, he helped many children and families. Hal was the first social worker hired at the United Presbyterian Homes in Waxahachie, before moving to Overton where he and Corine were foster parents at Deerwood Group Home. In addition to his work at Summit Oaks in Laneville, one of his greatest accomplishments was building and starting Triangle Pines Home for boys in Overton. During his lifetime, Hal served on the board of Willand Inc. and the Overton Housing Authority, and for over 25 years wrote news articles for the The Overton Press and The Kilgore News Herald. Hal is survived by Corine and their three loving children.

Frank John Horak ’59

Frank Horak passed away peacefully on Oct. 3, 2023, surrounded by his wife of 59 years, Patricia, and his three children. After Jesuit, he furthered his education by receiving degrees from the University of North Texas, University of Dallas, and the University of Texas at Dallas. Frank dedicated his career to Northrup Gruman,

formerly Vought and LTV, where he served in human resources, radiology, and as safety training specialist from 1967-99. He served as past president of the LTV Management Association, the American Physics Society, and the American Society of Safety Engineers. Frank was a Master Horologist (clockmaker) and a nationally competitive marksman. A recipient of the Wood Badge and prestigious Silver Beaver award, he sponsored over 600 Eagle Scouts, and volunteered over 5,000 hours at the Boy Scout Museum. Frank was a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus serving twice as Grand Knight.

Paul G. Rafferty, Jr. ‘61

Paul Rafferty died peacefully in his Richardson home on July 23, 2023. Graduating from the University of Notre Dame in 1965, Paul was a journalist and editor with the Borger Herald upon graduating college and then worked in public relations for the remainder of his career. Paul was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church since its founding in 1977 and served as a eucharistic minister, Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) sponsor and gave of his time and talents for over 20 years to the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Karen Ann Rafferty, four children, and eight grandchildren.

Michael Francis Grimshaw ’62

Mike Grimshaw passed away peacefully, at his home, after a lengthy illness on Nov. 6, 2023. After four years in the Navy where he served on the USS F.D. Roosevelt during the Vietnam War, Mike earned a degree in accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington. He ultimately found his calling working as a financial advisor for Merrill Lynch and later, Morgan Stanley, before retiring in 2012. Mike and his wife, Cindy, had two sons, and became very active in the St. Monica Catholic community. In addition to his dedication to Meals on Wheels, Bread Delivery, Austin Street Shelter, and North Dallas Shared Ministries, Mike was actively involved in the Order of Malta, Holy Sepulchre, Knights of Columbus, and Serra Club. He also loved and supported Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Holy Trinity Catholic Seminary and The Catholic Foundation Dallas.

James Neal Conine, Jr. ’63

Jim Conine passed away on May 21, 2023, in Las Cruces, N.M., with his wife, Cynthia, by his side. Jim attended the University of Texas at Arlington where he played basketball, was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon and earned a degree in accounting. He worked for RGIS in

Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado, until he left the corporate world and moved to Las Cruces. There, he kept busy with a chili pepper farm and was the owner/operator of a local carpet cleaning business. Jim’s favorite memory at Jesuit was playing basketball on the Jesuit State Championship team in 1962. Jim loved to have fun and he told of a time when he and his buddies carried a VW Bug and left it at the top of the steps at Jesuit. (those reading this know who you are!)

Stephen L. Seward ’63

Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Gilbert Timothy Trevino ’63

Gil Trevino passed away on Oct. 27, 2023. Receiving a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1968, Gil served in the United States Army from 1968-73, achieving the rank of captain. An entrepreneur who owned his own brokerage and manufacturing company named GTT Electronics for 17 years, Gil was actively involved in USA Soccer, a non-profit that supported soccer scholarships for under privileged youth. Gil is survived by his wife of 54 years, Pauline, and their four children.

J. Miles Goodwin ’64

Miles Goodwin of Mill Creek, Wash., passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 16, 2023, surrounded by family. He entered hospice care in September after announcing a lung cancer diagnosis and spent his final months enjoying time with his wife of 53 years, Mary Jo, three children, and grandchildren. After Jesuit, Miles attended and graduated from Marquette University.

Edward Charles Nadalin ’66

Ed Nadalin passed away at home in League City on Dec. 11, 2023, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Ed graduated with a degree in business from Loyola University in New Orleans where he was social chair for the Delta Sigma Pi fraternity. As a student at Loyola, Ed met his wife of 54 years, Willa, with whom he had a son. Ed spent his career in sales in the nuclear power and petrochemicals and refining industries. His

career focused on building and leading teams of salespeople for Fortune 500 companies like Westinghouse (WISCO). He was also entrepreneurial by nature and demonstrated that skill by starting and building multiple companies providing products and services to the nuclear power, refining and petrochemical industries.

Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

Kevin O’Shea died on Sept. 7, 2023. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, he was admitted to Baylor College of Medicine, graduating in 1976. He subsequently became board Certified as an emergency medicine physician. Kevin, who primarily practiced in Ithaca, N.Y., was a “Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.”

Stephen Howard Mayeux ’68

Steve Mayeux passed away surrounded by family on Nov. 16, 2023. A champion of rights for differently-abled persons in the public and private sectors, Steve worked for over 25 years for the City of Dallas where he lobbied for the Americans with Disabilities Act. He sat on many boards and committees including the Dallas Mayor’s Committee, the building committee for the American Airlines Center and P.O.I.N.T (Paraplegics on Independent Nature Trips). Steve, who graduated from the University of Dallas, was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, and is survived by his two daughters.

William Gregory Schaefers, Sr. ’68

Greg Schaefers passed away Oct. 19, 2023, in Plano from cardiac arrhythmia. He died in his sleep and donated his body to the UT Southwestern Medical School. After his ashes are returned, they will be scattered in his favorite place to live - Colorado! A marker will be placed in the family plot at Calvary Hill Cemetery in Dallas. Greg enjoyed being a graduate of Jesuit and the many lifelong friendships as a Jesuit alumnus.

Michael T. McHugh ’70

Michael McHugh passed away on Sept. 30 in Helena, Mont. Michael was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend, and he will be remembered as “one hell of a volunteer.”

Philip John Anton ’73

Phil Anton passed away peacefully in Denton on Oct. 27, 2023. He graduated from the University of North Texas with a B.A. in Radio, TV & Film. Phil married the love of his life, Kerry Houlihan in 1978, sharing three children and almost 45 years of marriage. Phil was the founder of two successful companies: Anton & Associates, Inc., which provided exclusive sales representation for companies that manufacture factory automation equipment, and CodeSource, LLC., a leadingedge identification and asset tracking solutions company. In 1995, Phil, Kerry, and their three children built their dream home in Aubrey, Texas, and fully embraced living in the country!

Thomas M. Sassin ’80

After graduating from Jesuit Dallas, Thomas worked with his dad and brothers managing and building the family business, Sassin & Sons Aluminum Company. In his spare time, Thomas built a race car and began racing at the local tracks in North Texas. In 1990, he was awarded the NASCAR Hot Stock Rookie of the Year at the North Texas Speedway. Thomas also became a police lieutenant as a reserve police officer with the Wilmer Police Department, and received certification by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, along with a HAZMAT certification. His love of restoring classic automobiles and trucks reflected his ingenuity and attention to detail, which were second to none.

Edmond Xavier Ramirez, Jr. ’81

Eddie passed away on Dec. 7, 2023. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Richard Hollander ’83

Richard passed away on June 19, 2023, in Rockwall. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Jason William Walenta ’85

Jason Walenta died unexpectedly on Oct. 17, 2023. He attended Millsaps College where he played football and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. There, he developed lifelong friendships, especially with his teammates and fraternity brothers, who until his last day, were considered family. He was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Madison, Miss., and the Knights of Columbus. In addition to his wife of 26 years, Shanda, and his three sons, Jason’s devotion to his faith in God, and his love for the outdoors were hallmarks of his life.

Louis Jason Westerman ’88

Jason Westerman passed away on July 11, 2023. Musically gifted, Jason continued with the marching band at the University of Oklahoma after graduating from Jesuit. “He was a man who loved like no other, with an aspiring, creative flair and sharp wit that kept those in his company in smiles. Jason was a selfless man who was always willing to help his family and friends. Truly a man for others.”

Anthony Edward Prieto ’89

Tony Prieto passed away peacefully on June 29, 2023, in Austin. After graduating from Jesuit, where he was a member of the golf team, Tony received a history degree from Texas A&M University, College Station, in 1993. Upon graduation, he began his career as a restaurant manager for Snuffer’s Restaurant and Bar in Dallas. He later returned to College Station to open a new restaurant as Snuffer’s grew to include more locations. In 2000, Tony switched to a career as a sales professional for pharmaceuticals and medical devices. His employment spanned AstraZeneca, Sanofi S.A. and finally, Tandem Diabetes.

Eric John Ladwig ’94

Eric Ladwig passed away on April 7, 2022. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Dustin Adam Reyes ’97

Dustin Reyes passed away on Aug. 8, 2023. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Matthew Weston Major ‘06

Matthew Major passed away on Aug. 28, 2023, in Kyle. After graduating from Jesuit, he attended college at the Colorado School of Mines where he received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He served as a software integration and testing engineer at Canoe Ventures for the next 12 years. Married in 2016, Matthew is survived by his loving wife, Amy.

Ryan Matthew Shook ’06

Ryan Shook passed away on Dec. 15, 2023. Ryan was an honors graduate of Jesuit Dallas, the University of Notre Dame, and SMU Cox School of Business Executive MBA program. His professional career focused on IT project management and business systems consulting. Along with his academic and business achievements, he was a passionate sportsman, and with his outgoing personality and adventurous spirit, he was a friend to all. “Smart, charming, thoughtful, Ryan’s life was too short and he will be profoundly missed.”

Jay Warren Piering ’08

Jay Piering passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, and has been reunited with his father, Larry. After Jesuit, Jay continued his education at the University of Arkansas as an enthusiastic Razorback and Pi Kappa Alpha brother. He graduated and started an 11-year career as a logistics analyst, first in Chicago. A huge fan of the State Fair of Texas, he will be forever remembered for his astounding ability to use a rare combination of logistics expertise and geographical acumen to get anyone from point A to point B at the Fair totally through air-conditioned buildings. His greatest gift was communicating with everyone he loved, always ending conversations with, “I love you.”

WIFE OF

† Larry Colgin ’43 Cathryn Ventura Colgin

Dave Meck ’54 Denise Ann Meck

Jasper Interrante ’57 Kathryn Interrante

Tom Cosgrove ’61 Catherine “Cathy” Cosgrove

Andy Martin ’66 Deborah Jo Martin

SON OF

† Larry Piering ’72 Jay Warren Piering ’08

Ruben Reyes ’74 Dustin Adam Reyes ’97

Grant Schmidt ’06 Ignatius “Iggy” Schmidt

DAUGHTER OF

Bill Murphy ’63 Karen Murphy Fouse

Kevin Donahue ’73 Caitlin Elizabeth Donahue

Greg Thompson ’80 Nicole Renee Thompson

MOTHER OF

† Joseph Hanley ’61 Dorothy Grace Hanley

Larry Colgin ’63 Cathryn Ventura Colgin

Mike Hanley ’63 Dorothy Grace Hanley

Averill De Loache ’70 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

† Tom De Loache ’71 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

John De Loache ’74 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Rick Reinmund ’74 Josephine B. Reinmund

John Schmeltz ’74 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Pete Tierney ’74 Lois Ward Tierney

Bill De Loache ’76 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Ray Shafer ’76 Helen Charlene Shafer

Bob Tierney ’76 Lois Ward Tierney

Jamey Copeland ’77 Kay Copeland

Doug DeMarco ’77 Gisela Berta DeMarco

Ken Shafer ’77 Helen Charlene Shafer

David Meck ’78 Denise Ann Meck

Bob Salerno ’79 Marie Salerno

Paul Shafer ’79 Helen Charlene Shafer

Mark Tierney ’79 Lois Ward Tierney

Mark Interrante ’80 Kathryn Interrante

Mark Pustejovsky ’80 Dorothy “Dot” Hlavaty Pustejovsky

Tom Schmeltz ’80 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

† Paul Schmeltz ’82 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Eric Maas ’83 Dianne Mae Maas

David Shafer ’87 Helen Charlene Shafer

Mike Strasavich ’87 Jean Suzanne Strasavich

† Martin Strasavich ’90 Jean Suzanne Strasavich

Alex de la Cerda ’92 Mary Jo Dorn

John Krystinik ’93 Marianna Butler Krystinik

Jay Krystinik ’95 Marianna Butler Krystinik

Brody Hilberth ’19 Leslie Hilberth

Brooks Hilberth ’22 Leslie Hilberth

FATHER OF

Mike Maguire ’78 Michael Francis Maguire, Sr.

Christopher Feltman ’81 F.A. “Fritz” Feltman

Ruben Hernandez ’81 Jose Ruben Hernandez

Kevin Maguire ’81 Michael Francis Maguire, Sr.

Jaime Najera ’81 Mario Najera

Robert Feltman ’82 F.A. “Fritz” Feltman

Mike Davis ’83 Roy Eugene “Gene” Davis

Steve Kassen ’83 William Nelson Kassen

Javier Espinoza ’85 Daniel Ontiveros Espinoza

Mike McMullan ’85 David Michael McMullan

Joe Kassen ’86 William Nelson Kassen

Patrick Moore ’86 William Grayson Moore, Jr.

Mike Strasavich ’87 Robert Paul Strasavich

Tim Trevino ’88 Gilbert Timothy Trevino ’63

David Kassen ’89 William Nelson Kassen

† Martin Strasavich ’90 Robert Paul Strasavich

Mike Mallardi ’91 Robert N. Mallardi

Kevin Sullivan ’91 Joseph “Joe” Robert Sullivan

Michael McLochlin ’92 James Patrick “Pat” McLochlin

Darren Harris ’94 Donald R. Harris

Kieran Sullivan ’94 Joseph “Joe” Robert Sullivan

Collin McLochlin ’99 James Patrick “Pat” McLochlin

Hart Mason II ’06 Hart Mason

Austin Leone ’07 Randolph “Randy” Tarbet Leone

Jim Grimshaw ’08 Michael Francis Grimshaw ’62

Chadd Mathis ’08 Charles E. Mathis, III, M.D.

Joe Grimshaw ’10 Michael Francis Grimshaw ’62

Chris Mathis ’13 Charles E. Mathis, III, M.D.

Luke Peters ’27 Rickey Wayne Peters

SISTER OF

† Durkin Kennedy ’52 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

† Dan Traynor ’55 Helen Traynor Petrisky

† Pat Traynor ’59 Helen Traynor Petrisky

BROTHER OF

† Pete Reames ’50 Patrick Martin Reames ’52

† Bob Wohlfeld ’51 William Isaac Wohlfeld ’52

Bill Finegan ’53 James William Finegan ’51

Timothy Reames ’53 Patrick Martin Reames ’52

† Bob Finegan ’55 James William Finegan ’51

† Joe Timmerman ’56 Robert James Timmerman ’58

† Dan O’Shea ’57 Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

† King O’Shea ’59 Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

† Mike O’Shea ’60 Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

Ike Trevino ’60 Gilbert Timothy Trevino ’63

Jack Crane ’62 Richard Thomas Crane ’53

Bob Horak ’62 Frank John Horak ’59

Tim O’Shea ’62 Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

Jim Rafferty ’65 Paul G. Rafferty, Jr. ’61

† Jay Schaefers ’65 William Gregory Schaefers, Sr. ’68

Don Rafferty ’67 Paul G. Rafferty, Jr. ’61

† Brian O’Shea ’68 Kevin D. O’Shea ’67

† Mark Mayeux ’70 Stephen Howard Mayeux ’68

† Bill Rafferty ’74 Paul G. Rafferty, Jr. ’61

Mike Mayeux ’77 Stephen Howard Mayeux ’68

Jim McHugh ’77 Michael T. McHugh ’70

Robert Westerman ’77 Louis Jason Westerman ’88

Buster Sassin ’78 Thomas M. Sassin ’80

John Sassin ’81 Thomas M. Sassin ’80

Carlos Miramontes ’84

Alfonso “Tito” Simon Miramontes, Jr.

Danny Miramontes ’86

Alfonso “Tito” Simon Miramontes, Jr.

William McGraw ’89 John J. McGraw ’58

Damon Reyes ’02 Dustin Adam Reyes ’97

GRANDMOTHER OF

John Carpenter ’85 Dorothy Archer

Bill Carpenter ’87 Dorothy Archer

Ty Sheaks ’96 Bertha Starnick

Bobby Schmeltz ’00 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Michael Terry ’00 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Andrew Schmeltz ’01 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Travis Terry ’02 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Chris Colgin ’06 Cathryn Ventura Colgin

Thomas Schmeltz ’06 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Matt Wade ’06 Barb Sanderson

Jimmy De Loache ’07

Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Austin Leone ’07 Ellen Warren Leone

Daniel Schmeltz ’07 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Luke Wade ’07 Barb Sanderson

John Colgin ’08 Cathryn Ventura Colgin

Zach De Loache ’08 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Sam Schmeltz ’09 Joan Wiederholt Schmeltz

Francis Celii ’10 Marie Janet Celii

Sam Tierney ’11 Lois Ward Tierney

Brendan Celii ’12 Marie Janet Celii

Mason De Loache ’12 Mary Frances Kennedy De Loache

Kieran Celii ’15 Marie Janet Celii

Rusty Landon ’16 Eleanore Boyle Doonan

Colin Senick ’19 Barbara Leah Senick

Grant Senick ’21 Barbara Leah Senick

Jackson Strauser ’22 Sheila Strauser

Briggs Uskovich ’22 Mary Frances Brumbeloe

Joseph Castille ’24 Susan Castille

Alex de la Cerda III ’25 Mary Jo Dorn

Pierce Nikolai ’26 Nadine Zvolanek

West Rodgers ’26 Dorothy “Dot” Hlavaty Pustejovsky

GRANDFATHER OF

JJ Najera ’05 Mario Najera

Chris Schnurr ’08 Fred M. Bauchert

Chris Schnurr ’08 Edward “Eddie” J. Schnurr Jr. † Kevin Schnurr ’10 Fred M. Bauchert

† Kevin Schnurr ’10 Edward “Eddie” J. Schnurr Jr.

Mac Maguire ’12 Michael Francis Maguire, Sr. Collin Moore ’13 William Grayson Moore, Jr.

Shea Stine ’13 Richard Lee Block, Sr.

Taylor Stine ’15 Richard Lee Block, Sr.

Tommy Moore ’17 William Grayson Moore, Jr.

Sean Maguire ’18 Michael Francis Maguire, Sr.

Evan Davis ’19 Roy Eugene “Gene” Davis

Kyle Kassen ’21 William Nelson Kassen

JP Moore ’21 William Grayson Moore, Jr.

Andrew Sherman ’21 Gerald Sherman

Nicholas Lafferty ’22 Pietro Eustachio

Nico Moreno ’22 Rosalio Tejeda

Sebastian Espinoza ’27 Daniel Ontiveros Espinoza

Henry McLochlin ’27 James Patrick “Pat” McLochlin

Kade Turay ’27 Ronald B. Cook

† deceased Listings received as of Dec. 15, 2023.

Jesuit Dallas is a family, and together we mourn the loss of our brothers, sisters, parents, and friends. We make every effort to reflect each passing and regret any oversights that may occur. Please remember to share the news and obituaries of your deceased loved ones by sending a note to alumni@jesuitcp.org or by contacting Director of Alumni, Sean McMullen ’96 (972-387-8700 x342; smcmullen@jesuitcp.org).

WAYS WE PRAY

Each November, the Jesuits remember our deceased alumni, benefactors, and friends from the previous year through the celebration of Masses and prayers, and each Homecoming Celebration ends with an Alumni Memorial Mass.

MEMORIAL GIFTS

Making a gift to Jesuit Dallas is a meaningful way to pay tribute to or memorialize the life of a special person. For information on memorial gifts, contact Shelly Schutze (972-387-8700 x340; sschutze@jesuitcp.org). To create a named fund in someone’s honor, contact Maureen Nawalaniec (972-387-8700 x479; mnawalaniec@jesuitcp.org).