Spring 2007 Explorer

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Winter/Spring 2007

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The Official Magazine of La Salle College High School

Leading The Way Page 7

Charlie Dunleavy ’61 Hall of Fame Inductee and Chairman of the Fulfilling the La Salle Promise Capital Campaign

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Grand Reunion Classes of 1952, 1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, and 1997

Saturday, April 28, 2007 6:00 – 11:00 pm La Salle College High School $50 per person For more information or for reservations, please call the Office of Institutional Advancement at 215.233.2350 or visit www.lschs.org La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038 www.lschs.org

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E X PLORE R

The Official Magazine of La Salle College High School

Features Leading The Way Page 7

A Magic Carpet Ride Joe Colistra’s Journey To The Hall Of Fame Page 10

The Promise Of A Future Page 15

A Prescription For Success Page 31

Departments From The Hip Page 2

Letter From The President Page 3

Happenings At La Salle Pages 4–6

Photo Gallery Pages 18–21

Letter From The President Of The Alumni Association Page 22

Class Notes Pages 23–30

Announcements Page 32

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From The Hip! The last two summers, I’ve had the honor of captaining the La Salle contingent at War At The Shore. Two years ago, we narrowly defeated our opponents from St. Joseph’s Prep to recapture the coveted Paul Cup. Last summer, we won by an overwhelming margin and successfully defended our title. I am fortunate to have a friend and partner in Michael Donohoe ’79 with the same blood type – blue and gold; yet, as I looked out across the Bay Course, I couldn’t help but notice the tremendous sense of pride radiating from inside the entire La Salle team. Blue and gold ran through all of their veins, and there was no better place should I be in need of a transfusion.

The tremendous sense of pride at La Salle College High School was never more evident than this past fall when our sports teams dominated league play and captured all three championships. Day after day, the newspapers touted our accomplishments and the series of successes promoted interest from families Christopher Carabello ’82 and Michael Donohoe ’79 and alums alike. The strength of our athletic program at War At The Shore VII in August 2006. coupled with our faculty and curriculum, extraordinary music department, vast array of service initiatives, and plans for campus expansion, has created a wonderful environment that is well suited for young men who are not only intelligent and well prepared, but willing to take action, lead, and serve others. I believe that our students have the ability to effect change in the world and will do so; thus, creating yet another reason to be proud.

La Salle College High School is incredibly fortunate to have wonderful donors – men (and women) who are quick to provide tremendous financial support. Last year’s Annual Fund raised almost $3 million and helped to fill the critical gap between tuition and our operating budget.

Contributions from loyal donors allow La Salle College High School to provide an exceptional education and superior programs for our students, including those who would not be able to attend La Salle without some type of financial assistance.

La Salle is equally fortunate to have donors who are generous with their time. I am amazed each year at LaSale (not a misspelling; rather the name of the school’s auction) by the efforts of our parents to provide an extraordinary event as well as raise a considerable amount of money.

The chairpersons and their committees work determinedly to create a night that is truly special and each year manage to raise the bar a little higher – only to have it surpassed the following year. The Mothers’ Club, Men of La Salle, and various booster groups work tirelessly to “support our boys,” while the Alumni Association works just as hard in an effort to effectively support eight decades of Alumni through a mixture of publications, communications, and events throughout the year. As a Past President of the Alumni Association, I can personally attest to the dedication of these men to the mission of La Salle College High School and their ultimate goal of providing need-based financial aid to sons and grandsons of alumni.

I have no doubt that the different constituency groups that comprise the La Salle community are responsible for its continuing success. The students, faculty and staff, parents (current and past), and alumni donate time, treasure, and talent to a school for which there is much to be proud. School Pride is at the source of this generosity and I am certain that big-hearted souls will continue to abound in our community.

As I closed out our match this past August, one of our opponents turned to Mike and said he was glad that it was over because he couldn’t understand why I didn’t make a mistake.

Mike looked over at him and casually responded, “Pride.”

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The Official Magazine of La Salle College High School

President Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 Principal Joseph L. Marchese Vice President of Institutional Advancement Gail A. Evans, CFRE Alumni Association President Robert J. McCreight, Jr. ’71 Editor Christopher M. Carabello ’82 Editorial and Production Assistance Paul D. Colistra ’00 Barbara Franks Florence Ward Cathleen P. Winning Contributing Writers Christopher M. Carabello ’82 Joseph F. D’Angelo, EdD ’63 Gail A Evans, CFRE John J. Grace ’73 Raymond T. Shay ’00 Photography William J. Benz, Esq. ’72 John J. Burns Christopher M. Carabello ’82 Davor Studios Mary Frances Kelly Michael Maicher Carl Pawling Robert W. Price Brother James Rieck, FSC ’57 Raymond T. Shay ’00 Robert T. Szostak, Esq. ’72 Artwork and Design John Burns Graphic Design Address Explorer La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038 215 233 2350 Phone 215 836 4502 Fax alumni@lschs.org The Explorer is published by La Salle College High School.

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Christopher M. Carabello ’82 Editor

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Letter from the President Dear Fellow Alums and Friends, With this issue of the Explorer, you will note that we feature our annual Alumni Communion Breakfast and Hall of Fame Induction. I would like to encourage you and your classmates to get together for this special event as it is an opportunity to celebrate all that is great about our school.

This year, La Salle will honor two of its finest – Joe Colistra ’64 and Charlie Dunleavy ’61. I have the distinct pleasure of working with both men on a daily basis. Joe, aside from his legendary career as our Head Football Coach for twenty-one seasons, also serves as a teacher and Chair of our Social Studies Department. Joe is highly regarded by his students for the rigor of his classes, as well as the preparation he continues to bring to his subject. Our La Salle family joins me in congratulating his wife Pat, daughter Amy, and sons Joe ’95 and Paul ’00. Paul serves as La Salle’s Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations. We also thank them for sharing Joe with the La Salle community.

Charlie Dunleavy ’61 has been spending much of his time chairing our efforts to fund the upcoming construction and expansion projects planned at La Salle, also featured in this issue. He brings a wealth of experience from the business world and is personally committed to La Salle’s success. It would be an understatement to describe Charlie as a class act and an excellent leader. Prior to his new role as Chairman of the Fulfilling the La Salle Promise Campaign, he also served on our Board of Trustees.

Charlie’s loyalty to La Salle runs long and deep. One of the most attractive buildings on campus is the Dunleavy Center, which was named in his honor. Countless school committee meetings and planning sessions, as well as social events, are conducted there. It also serves as the hub for our annual LaSale Auction. La Salle is blessed that Charlie’s wife, Rita, and his family share in his commitment his Alma Mater.

I urge you to join fellow classmates on Sunday, March 4, 2007, as La Salle welcomes these two outstanding alums to our Hall of Fame. We will also be honoring Peter P. Muessig ’45 as the recipient of the William J. Whelan ’55 Alumni Service Award for his faithful service to the La Salle College High School Alumni Association.

The past several months have been especially busy with La Salle seeking various levels of approval for the planned expansion of our academic building and athletic fields. Michael Cassidy, Esq. ’74 has guided us through a myriad of County and Township approvals, and with the support of our neighbors, La Salle will soon begin work on both projects. As we move into the various phases of this project, we will be inviting members of our La Salle family to join us in making this project a reality..

The Scholarship Reception for the Class of 2011 was held in early January. Members of the current senior class played a key role, along with our Admissions Office, in making this evening a special occasion for our prospective scholars and their families. You would have been most proud of the messages and actions shared by our Men of Tomorrow!

My remarks that evening focused on the fact that these young men would be joining a “band of brothers” that would play key roles in their future lives. This description seems to sum up the feeling that I sense our boys take away from their experience here at La Salle. One of the comments made by a current senior was that “there is a tradition here at La Salle of older students passing along to younger students the best that they have learned, with the expectation that they will do likewise for future generations of Lasallians.” I never quite heard it explained so well – this is exactly what La Salle is all about.

Sincerely,

Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 President

Mission Statement adopted by the Middle States Evaluation Team March 2006 La Salle College High School, a Catholic independent, college preparatory school for young men of varied backgrounds, is conducted in the tradition of St. John Baptist de La Salle. Through a broad and balanced, human and Christian education, La Salle College High School guides each student in the development of his unique God-given talents and fosters a commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership.

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Happenings At La Salle

After twenty-five years of standing guard over the driveway leading to La Salle College High School, the sign on the front of the school was replaced with a new sign and logo. The sign stands seven feet tall and eighteen feet in length and was made possible through a generous donation by Joseph M. Queenan ’65.

The sign is one of the final pieces of the new style and identity program that was launched in 2005.

The Forum, the Speech and Debate or “Forensics” Team of La Salle College High School, received the Liberty Bell Award at the 2006 St. Joseph’s University Villiger Tournament. The award recognizes continued excellence by a school at the tournament and this is the second time since its inception in 1981 that La Salle has won the award. At this year’s tournament, La Salle earned the points necessary to win the award through a number of strong individual performances. The Policy Debate team of T.J. McCarrick ’08 and Michael McCabe ’08 went 5-0 in preliminary rounds, and won their Quartefinal and Semifinal Rounds to advance to the Final Round before finishing second to Stuyvesant High School (NY). Antoine Albert ’08 advanced to the Quarterfinal round in Oral Interpretation of Literature (Prose and Poetry) and to the Final Round of Dramatic Performance. Evan ReganLevine ’07 was selected among the top speakers in Student Congress and advanced to the Super Session. Also advancing to the elimination rounds were J.C. Wilt ’09 and Sean Janda ’10 in Lincoln-Douglas Debate. Twenty La Salle students competed at the 2006 Villiger Tournament, which is one of the largest high school speech and debate tournaments in the Northeast region of the USA.

Ryan Pawling ’07 participated as the coxswain for the USA Rowing Team at the World Championships in Eton, UK. He was interviewed by Sir John Redgrave for BBC television and radio and was introduced as the “second youngest participant at the event.” He proudly credited La Salle College High School for providing his start in rowing and is hopeful to be the coxswain at this year’s FISA World Championships in Munich as well as the Junior National Team that will compete in Beijing.

Thirty-one Juniors participated in a retreat program on November 14-15, 2006.

The students were accompanied by Faculty Member Doug Demeter ’93, La Salle Alumni Volunteer Matt Derrick ’02, Assistant Principal of Student Affairs Julia Maher, and La Salle Chaplain Fr. Tony Janton ’69. The overnight retreat and day of service was run through the Archbishop Romero Center in Camden, NJ, a center that actively seeks to live out Archbishop Romero’s call for solidarity with the poor. The participants lived on a food budget of $3 a day per person, which is equivalent to what the state of New Jersey allocates to people receiving food stamps. On Wednesday, they went out to various sites throughout the Camden and Philadelphia area to provide service and companionship to those in need.

Members of the faculty and staff dressed up on Halloween in an effort to raise money for the Breathing Room Foundation in honor of Cancer Awareness Month.

Most dressed in traditional costumes; however, twelve teachers used the opportunity to pay homage to Swimming Coach Frank Lichtner by donning Frank’s everyday uniform of khaki shorts, a golf shirt, white socks, and sneakers. Jim Tate ’94, a former swimmer for Frank, was focused on details and accessorized his costume with the appropriate hair, mustache, fleece vest, and glasses.

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Alumni from the New York City Area gathered at City Hall, a restaurant in the Tribeca section of Manhattan, on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. The gathering was hosted by Peter Scola ’92 and was an opportunity for New York Area alumni to socialize with each other as well as meet members of the current administration and Board of Trustees.

The Men of La Salle hosted the 57th Annual Father/Son Banquet on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at Williamson Restaurant in Horsham. The banquet was an opportunity for fathers/guardians and their sons to spend time together and to socialize with their friends. The guest speaker was NASA Astronaut Captain Christopher Ferguson, USN, the commander of the Atlantis Space Shuttle mission in September of 2006, who provided the audience with an incredible audio/visual presentation of the life on the space shuttle.

On Sunday, November 19, 2006, ninety-seven La Salle students were inducted into La Salle’s De La Salle Chapter of the National Honor Society at a combined Mass and Induction Ceremony. Fr. Anthony Janton ’69, School Chaplain, celebrated the Mass. Members of the society tutor students at La Salle who are having academic difficulty and serve as ambassadors and ushers for various school events. Brother William DiPasquale, FSC and Mrs. Dorothy Ponisciak serve as Co-Moderators for the De La Salle Chapter of the National Honor Society.

Our Community Works, a non-profit organization founded by La Salle Dads to promote volunteerism, held the “I Can Food Challenge” prior to the Catholic League Championship Football game between La Salle and St. Joseph’s Prep on Friday, November 24, 2006, at Northeast High School. Attendees were asked to bring a can or food item to the game and each item represented “one point” in the contest between the two schools. La Salle won both contests that evening as it earned 868 points to top the 643 points from The Prep. The two schools combined to collect over 2,000 lbs. of food at the game, which was provided to the Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

The La Salle Swim Team has begun another great season with December victories over perennial powerhouses Loyola-Blakefield (MD), Malvern Prep, and St. Joseph’s Metuchen (NJ). In addition, on December 12, 2006, La Salle defeated North Penn, the top suburban public school by a score of 102 – 68. The team is considered to be “young” with nine seniors and nineteen underclassmen providing points for a squad that will be vying for their nineteenth consecutive Philadelphia Catholic League Championship.

On Wednesday, December 6, 2006, members of the Class of 2008 received school rings. Fr. Anthony Janton ’69 presided over the liturgy. Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60, President, and Mr. Joseph Marchese, Principal, presented each Junior with his ring.

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Happenings At La Salle Continued

The La Salle Basketball Team won the inaugural Christian Brothers Classic held at La Salle College High School on December 22-23, 2006 by defeating Bishop Walsh of Cumberland, MD in the first game and St. Peter’s of Staten Island, NY in the Championship Game. West Catholic High School won the Consolation Game and rounded out the group of Christian Brothers’ schools who participated in the tournament.

The La Salle Bands, under the direction of Joseph Vettori, performed their Annual Christmas Concert on Monday, December 11, 2006. The La Salle Choral Groups, under the direction of Mark Norman, performed a combination of traditional and new holiday songs at a concert on Monday, December 18, 2006.

Over five hundred 8th Grade Boys took the Scholarship/Entrance Exam for La Salle College High School on Saturday, December 2, 2006. Fifty boys were awarded scholarships and extended an invitation to become members of the Class of 2011. A reception for the scholarship winners and their families was held on Thursday, January 11, 2007. Each boy received a medal of St. John Baptist de La Salle and was introduced to various programs within the school. The Class of 2011 will enter La Salle College High School in September of 2007 with approximately 260 students.

Secret Santa is a collaborative effort between La Salle College High School and the Committee To Benefit The Children at St. Christopher’s Hospital in Philadelphia. For over twenty years, the Committee To Benefit The Children has made Christmas a special season for the Hematology and Oncology patients at St. Christopher’s. La Salle joined the effort five years ago and this year, was able to provide Christmas presents to fifty-two families. The students, along with the Alumni Association, Mothers’ Club, and Men of La Salle, collected over $6,000 towards gifts for these families. Six students spent the better part of their day off from school on Friday, December 8, 2006 to purchase over two hundred presents and the Mothers’ Club donated their time and talent to wrap all of the gifts. On Christmas Eve, four caravans of students and alumni, each with their own La Salle Santa Claus, departed La Salle College High School to deliver presents to various families throughout the Delaware Valley. In all, over seventy boys actively participated in the effort by shopping, transporting gifts to and from St. Christopher’s’ Hospital, or delivering presents on Christmas Eve.

The long, steep path leading from the school down to the Bartley Fields (lower Lacrosse Field) was made safer and easier thanks to Justin Price ’07 who installed a 150 foot railing the entire length of the path as part of his Eagle Scout Project. Justin is a member of Boy Scout Troop 542 in Maple Glen and passed his Eagle Board of Review on October 26, 2007. Gregory Sliner ’07, a member of Boy Scout Troop 369 in Norristown, was found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout on September 11, 2006. Greg’s Eagle Scout Project involved the creation of raised flowerbeds for the Environmental Studies Area of the Variety Club Camp in Worcester, PA. Congratulations to both Justin and Greg for this honor and achievement.

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Leading The Way

by Joseph F. D’Angelo, EdD ’63

Charles Dunleavy, Jr. ’61 believes in the power of connecting with people. If you have a conversation with him about his entering La Salle’s Alumni Hall of Fame, the theme he constantly returns to is that he could not have accomplished all he has in life without the help of other people.

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Leading The Way Continued In 1961, Dunleavy graduated from La Salle College High School, a member of the first class to graduate from the Belcroft campus. Self-described as “not a great student,” he managed to participate in student council and swimming despite having to work after school. While he may not have been what he considered an outstanding student during his time at La Salle, he felt that

“I’ve always had a fondness he learned the importance of learning while he was in high school where he was most serious about the study of English. As he explains with a laugh, he had some vague idea that he would like to be a poet, a budding T.S. Eliot. It was during this time that he came under the influence of his first significant mentor, Brother Gratian of Jesus (Hugh McNicholas) who, as Dunleavy put it, “planted the seed in my mind that if I really wanted to do something, I could.”

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Charlie Dunleavy ’61 in front of the Dunleavy Center on the campus of La Salle College High School

The Dunleavy Family – Chuck, Liz, Rita, Charlie ’61, and Laura

for the High School.”

After graduating from La Salle High School, Dunleavy entered La Salle University with no clear idea of what he wanted to do with his life, but after graduating with a pre-law degree, he took a job with the Pennsylvania Railroad and found himself living in Boston. A quick study, he realized that advancement in the world of business would require a business degree. By this time, he and his wife, Rita, a native Bostonian, had moved to New York, and he began taking business courses at Columbia University. One of the professors he had there was Pedro Vulovic who encouraged Charlie to enroll in the MBA program. To his surprise, he was accepted, did well, earned his degree, and got into public accounting with

As Chairman of Fulfilling the La Salle Promise, the largest capital campaign in the school’s history, Dunleavy feels that he is giving back to a school that challenged him and prepared him for life…

Arthur Young. Arthur Young offered the chance for summer study in Accounting at Northwestern University which led him to earning his credential as a CPA. His work in accounting allowed him to see “how different businesses are run” and through a friend he went to work for Salomon Brothers in New York where he ran real estate operations. Finally, he was hired by GMAC to build their mortgage business, growing the company from about forty-five employees when he started to over 3,500 when he retired as Vice-Chairman. Currently he is a founding partner of Witmer Financial Advisors, LLC, an investment and advisory firm.

As Chairman of Fulfilling the La Salle Promise, the largest capital campaign in the school’s history, Dunleavy feels that he is giving back to a school that challenged him and prepared him for life by offering lessons that he took with him wherever he went. As he put it, La Salle provided “an academic program that challenged you, and gave you a sense of pride.” After he moved back to this area, he became more directly involved in his Alma Mater at the urging of fellow Hall of Fame member, Bob Moran ’69, serving first as a member of the Board of Trustees.

A high school teacher, a graduate professor, and a fellow alumnus were just some of the people who were influential in the life of Charlie Dunleavy, a man who understands the power of connecting with people, and believes in the power of a school like La Salle to change someone’s life.

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A Magic Carpet Ride Joe Colistra’s Journey to the Hall of Fame

by John J. Grace ’73 On the afternoon before the 1989 title game against Roman Catholic, of course there was a huge pep rally, and excitement that day that a generation of Lasallians eagerly embraced: the possibility of a football championship – with all of the resulting good will and celebration that envelops a high school – for the first time since 1960.

The pep rally went as planned. Lots of cheers; noise ricocheted in every direction around the gym. The pep band fired up nearly a thousand people in the stands.

The athletic director welcomed everyone, then reminded all to behave well at the game the next day. Captains introduced their teammates. Finally, Joe Colistra ’64 approached a microphone to address the crowd.

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No one remembers the first words he spoke. Doubtless, they conveyed thanks for support and reminded all of the hard work contributed by every member of that team. Then, in a burst of energy and emotion that emerged from his heart and soul, in what friends in the room recognized instantly as a classic moment, Colistra used lyrics from the ’60’s rock band Steppenwolf to define that season, and its long-awaited end, as La Salle’s “Magic Carpet Ride” as he exhorted everyone to join him and the team at Villanova Stadium. “We’re on a MAGIC CARPET RIDE! We want y’all to come with us!”

“When I think of Joe, it’s a thought of a loyal teacher, coach and person, of the highest ethics and integrity.

He teaches what is right, even though a definition of it is sometimes elusive. Frankly, he taught me how to be a better football player, student, father, friend, and husband. If you can imagine a ’family tree’ idea of La Salle, I think of it with Joe at the top, and with hundreds or thousands of us really as the branches…”

Joe Ragg ’73 Trustee Joe Colistra loves metaphors. So, to imagine his life as a teacher, coach, and parent, in service of his students and friends as a kind of magical and mysterious journey isn’t particularly outlandish – he acknowledges at least part of the thought himself. In the ebb and flow of the complex life of high school, Colistra has always known that his journey is rooted in a deep affection he holds for his alma mater. Listen to him describe this journey, and the metaphor works: to Colistra, every day spent teaching the young men of La Salle High School is another ride into a community filled with ideas and activity that stimulate the mind, the heart and the soul.

From the day the campus opened in September of 1960, Colistra’s journey has been one of devotion, service, and affection – as a student, teacher and coach – for everyone. The carpet has always been large enough to accommodate anyone on this journey with him from the beginning, and for everyone who rode for only a year or a decade. It reaches a most significant, and surely deserved, destination this spring – La Salle’s Hall of Fame.

“Just Keep Doin’ What You’re Doin’” How to begin to describe Joe Colistra? Or, maybe a little more accurately, is there an adequate way to portray someone whose life is completely interwoven with the full history of La Salle High School from the day it opened to students on this campus in September 1960? There at the beginning: how to capture the significance that this phrase binds at least three generations of La Sallians to one teacher?

Not surprisingly, there are close friends, current colleagues, former students and family members only too eager to answer these questions, and to reflect on the deep and defining connection between La Salle and certainly one of its most devoted loyal sons.

Armed with stories about Joe that stretch literally to the days the campus opened, Dave Diehl ’55 and Marty Stanczak ’60 lay the groundwork for beginning a portrait of a selfless mentor and gifted teacher, committed not so much to a job but to his art, with a seemingly endless openness to new ideas, in the classroom or on the playing field.

According to Diehl, it is a mistake to see Joe as a typical coach. How can that possibly describe someone who has routinely taught as many as four AP courses at one time?

Even if he wanted to diagram plays and hand students something to keep them busy, it couldn’t happen. Besides, the way Diehl sees it, football success was always means to a more significant end. Colistra’s life at La Salle is always defined by having a bigger picture in mind – that everything he does is about helping kids learn about themselves and about growing up to become good men. “He is something unique. He is a great teacher. He is a leader among the faculty.” To Diehl, who taught and coached Colistra and who oversaw much of Joe’s career as a La Salle administrator, there is an easy way to condense over forty-five years into a single, most important lesson. “Joe has shared himself truly with La Salle. It has never been a job. La Salle has been his life.”

Listen to Marty Stanczak, and it becomes clearer that the person honored with a place in the Hall of Fame has indeed been hard at work at the real business of nurturing boys’ growth into young men from the beginning. To Stanczak, really to understand Joe you need to imagine a kind of master teacher, never satisified with his work, always wanting to improve it. This ’consummate teacher’ continues to refine his art, continues to mentor and to seek the best in and from every kid in front of him. Overseeing Joe’s time as football coach as Athletic Director for many years, Stanczak recalls two things – neither of which involved winning a game. As a young assistant to Tex Flannery ’40 for many years, Joe found the right words for every local newspaper inquiry about the next new football season. It was always about presenting players positively, calling attention to their character and personality as real strengths of every La Salle football team, even before any description of ability found its way to a reporter’s notebook.

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A Magic Carpet Ride Continued To Stanczak, the best measure of Colistra’s fundamental legacy as a coach has more to do with an enduring commitment to the essence of family than to anything else. Varsity players linger after freshmen games to encourage their future teammates. Mothers sit at a football Communion Breakfast with sons- while fathers labor in the kitchen over eggs and bacon. Inverting the ’normal’ way of doing things actually makes sense. Athletics extend the things vital to an education at La Salle. It is the message Joe, Dave and Marty all understood in the unique vocabulary of their own teacher, Tex Flannery. “Just keep doin’ what you’re doin’” contained a simple message: pay attention to educating the young man, spiritually, athletically, and intellectually. To Diehl and Stanczak, Colistra’s greatness emerges not only from experience, but also from something deeper, a natural gift- he is an unassuming, born leader of young men.

”I have often wondered what made up that ’way;’ that special gift he possesses to make such a lasting impression on his players, students, and life…it’s in a collection of words one saves to describe Joe as a rare ’great;’ proud not only of the outstanding accomplishments of his successful teams, but more of what those individuals have gone on to become in their careers, their families, and in their lives…”

Sean McDermott ’89 Assistant Coach, Philadelphia Eagles

“I am Teaching with Stars.” Emulating a Mentor.

Hang around La Salle for a while and the armful of nicknames, analogies and metaphors Colistra practices are themselves the source of description preferred by current and former students. It should surprise no one to learn that in Colistra’s career, several of them have taught along side him in La Salle’s History Dept. which he has overseen as chairman for over twenty-five years in two stints since 1970. Currently three former students and players- now colleagues and fellow coaches- reveal elements of personal affection and professional admiration for Joe’s enduring La Sallian devotion. Bernie Fitzgerald ’77 grinned as he recalled a regular moment on the football practice field with Colistra. It was at least as important as any discussion of defensive strategy to sniff the aroma of home cooked spaghetti and gravy (remember, in Colistra’s world, it is never ’sauce’) amid the crisp, but dusty autumn air of the practice field. The story illustrates why so many of Colistra’s students - commit to follow a path similar to the one he lives. They begin always with the classroom and with the masterly way Colistra teaches. “Now and then I still use the office next to his classroom to listen to some of his lectures,” Fitzgerald admits unashamedly. Fitzgerald, Bill Donohoe ’96, and John Young ’83, each a former student or player, make up part of the ranks of ’stars’ who, in Joe’s own words surround him in the history department today. In fact, Young constructs a metaphor worthy of anything Colistra might try, replete with a reference to one of those nicknames: Colistra is the “… gentle bear who is highly protective of his cubs but willing to direct them in a powerful way.” Donohoe offers a simple acknowledgement: he now teaches history, pursues a graduate degree to prepare eventually to teach AP courses and continues to coach at La Salle because of the constant encouragement Colistra offers. These alums- stress compassion, humility and humor as defining elements of their experiences, ones that continue to shape Colistra’s own classes today. Exhilarating victory or crushing defeat never interfere with, but always complement, the chance to teach young men. It is an apt description of Colistra’s influence: these words might as easily be talking about his leadership in his department, among the faculty, in a class or even the locker room.

History and football are the tools, not the goals.

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Together, and by Association.

“How many times have I sat at graduation and heard students speak about Joe- as teacher, as coach, as friend? He is a wonderful teacher and mentor to students and faculty alike.

He touches all of their hearts- what St. La Salle challenges us all to do. Doesn’t that summarize what teaching is all about?”

To be sure, it is not only La Salle graduates who recognize everything Colistra brings to the larger La Salle community.

From everywhere in the school’s faculty emerges an insight into a quieter, spiritual and personal dimension to Colistra that everyone cherishes. Assistant principal Julia Maher’s remarks remind us that at any time during the day, in school, on a playing field, even at the shore, La Sallians male and female recognize that the school really does have someone of rare ability, sensitivity and leadership in him. To college and guidance counselor Mary Kay Mullen, Colistra believes fundamentally “in the responsibility that we all have to each other to be the best we can be. He does this every day. Talk about a Christian message!” In association with the message of the Brothers, respectful of kids with hidden or different talents, as a strong man in the life of a boy who needs one, to Mary Kay it is simple. “He gets it.” Janice and Joe Ciccimaro ’57 understand as well as anyone that to be around Joe for many years one gets to know him instinctively. “The gifts he gives to people more often than not go unseen.” He can’t help but care, passionately, for every one of his students, every one of his colleagues, every one of his friends. Words really don’t do enough to portray who he is.

“He teaches a set of principles that help teenagers grow into men…One stands out in particular.

I remember Mr. Colistra saying, ’The greatest compliment a football player can receive is for someone to be surprised to learn that he plays football…’

He speaks unity, integrity, and countless other qualities that build character and form lifelong friendships.”

Kevin Noone ’99

“Congratulations, you won the only game that matters. You beat the Jebbie Boys – LSHS, Class of 1942.”

An anonymous note, written on a large index card, stood propped against the wall on Joe Colistra’s desk for years.

It arrived at the end of Colistra’s first season as head coach in 1985. It arrived at a moment before the run of nearly twenty years of playoff appearances, record breaking winning streaks, four championships and enough Armageddon-like battles against the Prep to stop anyone’s heart regularly. Colistra kept the note because it made him laugh, at least in the company of others, as he imbued La Salle football players with a confidence: that they would learn things about themselves through devotion to hard work at practice, by representing their school with dignity and- most certainly- through singing the alma mater at the end of every game.

Chronicling Colistra’s real accomplishment as a football coach is a job for another edition of the magazine. However, anyone close to him understands that football was always a means to a more significant end.

The Child is Father to the Man: Reflections from a different ”Coach Colistra.”

No one in the community of La Salle better grasps the significance of Joe Colistra’s foundational role for so long than his sons, Joseph ’95 and Paul ’00. Along with Pat, his wife, and daughter Amy they live Joe’s commitment to the young men of La Salle perhaps more fully than any other family over the past forty-five years. Of all the testimonies that attempt to explain what Joe really means to two generations of La Sallians, in a recent reflection Paul Colistra, now coaching football at La Salle and working in the school’s alumni office, understands his father best.

“My dad serves as a father figure to boys and men alike. The fatherly role he plays at home is the same type of figure he is at La Salle- someone you don’t want to disappoint. Whatever the motivation, he pulls the best out of everyone.” In the classroom? According to Paul, there “is something that motivates him about the concepts of economics. I think it’s his ability to relate conceptual ideas within economics to all other parts of his life.” Colistra’s homespun words of wisdom?

A father’s secret, finally revealed, “His use of metaphors is legendary…ridiculous, comical, impromptu, confusing, – yet effective. I feel like I’ve heard them all. He tries them out on me before they hit the classroom- as long as my mom and I ok them. I realized that others- kids and adults- need to hear this stuff.” On football? As his son and former player, Paul speaks of his father’s time as a head coach warmly. He is not interested in a “football player” spending his days in the weight room and so not playing other sports. He’d rather have the “athlete” that dominates on three different sports fields and understands that it is speed, desire, and knowledge that wins games, not size. My dad’s teams embodied this point and came to be known for it over his tenure.”

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A Magic Carpet Ride Continued “By your Pupils you’ll be Taught” It’s a very ancient saying, But a true and honest thought, That if you become a teacher, By your pupils you’ll be taught.

How do lyrics to the song “Getting To Know You” have a rightful place concluding any story about Joe Colistra’s journey to La Salle’s Hall of Fame? Winningest football coach in the school’s history. Four Catholic League championships. A legend to a modern generation of Lasallian student-athletes. Tough classes. Tougher teacher. The King And I? What gives?

Explaining Joe Colistra, or perhaps more accurately, evaluating how necessary it is to recognize his inextricable connection to the nearly fifty-year history of La Salle High School at its present location demands we acknowledge that there is so much more to this man than any profile will ever capture.

It requires that we suspend some of the quick assessments that we too often use to neatly categorize teachers and coaches, like the fact that we rarely use these two words together to describe anyone in education. We applaud someone who achieves any measure of deep devotion or contribution in one; typically, there are a few who can measure up to greatness in both.

To know Joe Colistra is to accept his humility, appreciate his insatiable curiosity about so much of life and admire his consummate ability to teach, anyone, anything. To listen to Colistra, he has never gone “to work” a day in his life.

Instead, he goes to school at La Salle High, and continues to learn along side his students and professional colleagues, his best friends.

There is something unique, and somewhat inscrutable, about Joe Colistra. Find it in his particular choice- to construct his own metaphor from the opening stanza of an Oscar Hammerstein song to defer praise of a career that takes him rightfully into the La Salle Hall of Fame. Just as quickly, he will deflect any discussion of the appropriateness of this accolade into a celebration of La Salle and of the students who in his words he has been privileged to teach. He stresses instead the gifts of his own teachers and friends on the faculty, whose steps he tries to follow. Ultimately, he evokes the wonder of teaching adolescent boys how to grow into young men. Before any win or loss on the football field, Joe Colistra is a teacher.

Before the challenge of the next essay, he is a father.

Joe Colistra loves La Salle College High School as much as anyone. “It is sort of like Camelot.” His work? In Joe’s words, teaching happens, “in mysterious ways. You become your students, and in ways that they would never care to admit, they become you.”

In the words of friends, former students and family, he is simply one of the greatest of La Salle’s loyal sons. Ever.

Peace, Bro.

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The Promise Of A Future With La Salle’s 150th Anniversary just around the corner, the Board of Trustees of La Salle College High School has been planning for La Salle’s next 150 years. Led by a Strategic Plan and Master Facilities Plan, La Salle is embarking on one of the most ambitious initiatives the School has ever undertaken.

Significant changes will soon be made through a two-phase program designed to meet the needs of future generations of young men and their families.

Our vision, for La Salle, represented by our Facilities Plan, will ensure that our school remains competitive and able to fulfill the Christian Brothers’ mission of nurturing the spiritual formation of our students, fostering their academic preparation, cultivating their personal growth, and developing their unique God-given talents.

La Salle’s ability to foster an environment that produces young men who embrace these ideals and accomplish such high academic standards is dependent upon many factors. One is to attract and retain bright, committed faculty members who help to create an environment that is conducive to learning and intellectual challenge. Another is to offer a variety of activities to respond to the wide range of student interests and to provide opportunities for leadership, service and a wholesome use of free time. Yet another is to establish a sense of Christian community where students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators share their beliefs, experiences, and values with one another.

Another obvious factor is the need for adequate facilities in which to conduct the myriad of classes and activities that make up a quality education. With an average student population of 1,060 utilizing the facility every year, the existing facility is beginning to look its age. In addition, classrooms are being utilized at 110%.

La Salle’s highly successful athletic program will benefit from the additional fields and new field house. Currently, 50% of our student body participates in at least one of our sixteen sports programs. All of La Salle’s fields are in constant use, resulting in fields that are not always in the best condition. As we enter competition in the PIAA and our sports programs continue to grow, the need for additional fields becomes even more important.

by Gail A. Evans, CFRE

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The Promise Of A Future Continued The continued growth of La Salle’s endowment provides the building block on which we can fulfill our mission as a Lasallian institution. Our current endowment affords us the opportunity to provide over $2 million in financial aid to nearly one-third of our student population each year. The addition of $10 million to our endowment will allow us to offer more aid to more students, which is particularly important as it becomes more and more difficult for the middle class to afford a private, Catholic, secondary education.

La Salle’s endowment program also ensures that the school remains culturally and socio-economically diverse - encouraging qualified students of varying ethnic backgrounds, religious affiliations, and socioeconomic status to attend La Salle helps to create a rich and diverse environment in which our students can grow and learn about the interconnectedness of our world.

Phase I

Fulfilling the La Salle Promise is the name of the fundraising effort that will allow us to make our vision for La Salle and the young men who will reap the benefits from these improvements become a reality. The campaign is aptly named as we strive to fulfill the mission that was set forth by our Founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle centuries ago. The goal for Phase I of the project is $25 million, which is expected to be raised over a three-year period of time. A goal and timeframe for Phase II will be established following the completion of Phase I.

The construction of a new multi-purpose Athletic Center or Field House that will feature an indoor track, tennis courts, and an eight-lane pool and diving area. The lobby area will be spacious enough to host a variety of school functions.

La Salle recently acquired thirty-one acres of adjoining property located on the northeast end of the campus. Plans are in place to develop the property and create three new athletic fields, a walking trail, a parking lot, and a storage facility. A portion of the land will be used to create an environmental study area for students. Work on the new fields is expected to begin during the summer of 2007.

Plans call for the demolition of the East Wing and the construction of a three-story classroom wing, to include brand new science labs. The project is scheduled to begin in June of 2007 and completed by July of 2008.

Phase I also includes the renovation of McLean Hall as well as the west corridor link at the main entrance. The renovation phase is scheduled to begin in August of 2008 and continue through January of 2010.

A goal has been set to increase La Salle’s endowment by $5 million during Phase I.

Phase II

Following the construction of the new pool, the wing that houses La Salle’s existing pool will be renovated to create additional classroom space and guidance offices.

The last physical piece of Phase II consists of moving the entranceway to the campus farther north on Cheltenham Avenue in an effort to help improve safety when entering and leaving the campus.

Finally, Phase II will focus on increasing La Salle’s endowment by an additional $5 million.

“This campaign will have a major impact on the future of the school and its ability to continue with its mission…

In looking at our overall vision, we didn’t try to limit it to what we could afford. We didn’t want to limit people’s thinking to a number. We said put together what we think we ought to look like.”

Al J. Gabriele Chairman of the Board of Trustees

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Phase I

Phase II

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Photo Gallery

Homecoming Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Dan McLaughlin ’01 and Greg Schiable ’01

Lou DiMaria ’58 and John Gallagher ’58

Lew Clark, John Gill ’01, Andrew Monaghan ’01, and Brett Hopkinson ’01

Dan Galbally ’00, Dave Lofgren ’99, and Matt Chapman ’99

Jamie Barton ’91, Chris Hasson ’91, Ryan Tyrrell ’91, and Andrew Scutti ’91

Members of the Class of 2001 celebrating their 5-Year Reunion

Kevin Cross ’01 and James Farris ’85

George Foley ’76, John Steinmetz ’77, and Joe McCreavy ’78

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Tim Urbanski ’63 and Tom O’Keefe ’63

Members of the Class of 2001 celebrating their 5-Year Reunion

Michael Adams ’81 and Michael O’Toole ’68

Fred Lorusso ’95 and Brian Meehan ’94

Ed Miller ’58 and John Glaser ’58

Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 with Bob Szostak ’72, Alumni Association President Bob McCreight ’71, and Joe Colistra ’64

Lloyd Beck III ’98 and Bob McAnespey ’66

The Man of the Hour – Joe Colistra ’64

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Photo Gallery Continued

Secret Santa Sunday, December 24, 2006

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Young Alumni Night Friday, December 29, 2006

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Letter from the President of the Alumni Association Dear Friends, January is the beginning of a new and exciting year for the La Salle College High School Alumni Association. I would like to thank each of you who have contributed to La Salle through Alumni Dues, Annual Fund, and the Scholarship Raffle. Without your support we could not continue our mission of providing need-based financial aid to deserving sons and grandsons of alumni. We are starting this year with our Annual Dues Appeal, which helps to offset various costs of the Alumni Association and provides the necessary tools to complete the mission of the Association. This year we are asking you to update your information when you pay your dues by mail or through the website at www.lschs.org

Alumni Association Board of Directors 2006/2007 Seated (left to right): Paul D. Colistra ’00 (Director of Alumni Relations), Andrew J. Malone, CPA ’78 (Treasurer), Michael F. Donohoe, DC ’79 (Vice President), James A. Donahue III ’86 (President-Elect), Robert J. McCreight, Sr. ’71 (President), Gerard M. Lowery, CPA ’78 (Past President), Conrad T. Heckmann, ’84 (Vice President), Anthony J. Gillespie ’68 (Secretary), Brother Andrew Bartley, FSC (Moderator) Standing (left to right): Peter P. Muessig ’45, Walter J. Small ’38, Philip E. Cassidy ’70, William J. Benz, Esq. ’72, Neil J. Fitzpatrick ’81, Ronald M. Bean ’86, Lloyd C. Beck III ’98, Gerardo D. Ventresca, Jr. ’77, Michael J. Dubyk, ’78, A. Christopher Dezzi ’91, Mark J. Zielinski ’77, James E. McCloskey ’64, John G. Malone, Esq. ’73, and Brian C. McGeehan ’95

I would like to encourage alumni to assemble a table of friends and/or classmates for the 2nd Annual Founder’s Gala which will be held on Saturday evening, February 24, 2007 at the Crystal Tea Room in The Wanamaker Building. The first alumni event of the new year, the Communion Breakfast and Hall of Fame Induction, will be held on Sunday, March 4, 2007 with Mass at 10:00 AM followed by the induction of two of our finest alumni – Charlie Dunleavy ’61 and Joe Colistra ’64. Charlie, who provides the leadership for our current capital campaign, brings his skills as the former President and CEO of GMAC Commercial Holding Corporation and has helped launch La Salle into the 21st Century. Joe Colistra, a fixture at La Salle since my sophomore year in 1968, will take his place on the wall with other great La Salle Alumni. His dedication to La Salle, knowledge of American History (America was formed in the Pubs you know), and success on the football field will not be equaled in our lifetime.

Missing from Photo: Michael J. Adams, DMD ’81, Joseph A. Cullen, Jr., Esq. ’91, Edwin J. Feeny, Jr. ’62, Gregory J. Kochanowicz ’72, Francis W. Pfluger ’50, Jason M. Santini ’94, Mark D. Sutton ’72, and Ryan P. Tyrrell ’91

Later in March, our students and alumni will have the opportunity to participate in Career Day, an event where former students return to their Alma Mater to mentor current students in how La Salle provided the tools and knowledge which led them to be successful in their professions. Additionally, La Salle will welcome back the reunion classes of 1952, 1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, and 1997 to the campus on Saturday, April 28, 2007. The evening will be a time of renewing friendships and sharing tales of the old days both at 20th and Olney and here on Cheltenham Avenue.

The graduation for the Class of 2007 will take place on Saturday, June 2, 2007, when the journey of 265 young men comes to an end. The day will also mark the 50-Year Reunion of the Class of 1957 who will participate in the commencement exercises and be honored for their Golden Jubilee. The Alumni Golf Outing and Scholarship Raffle will follow on June 11, 2007. Blue Bell Country Club will host our alumni to an enjoyable day of lunch, golf, and dinner, and the proceeds will go towards providing scholarships to sons and grandsons of alumni.

It is an honor to be President of the Alumni Association and a pleasure to work with an Alumni Board consisting of twenty-five men who give of their time, treasure, and talent to keep the La Salle Spirit alive. I look forward to meeting all of you at the events we have planned for you this year.

Sincerely yours,

Robert J. McCreight, Sr. ’71 President, Alumni Association

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Class Notes 1930’s James McGoldrick ’39 has nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

1940’s Francis Cassidy ’45 has two grandsons currently attending La Salle – Frank ’08 and John ’10.

Bill Bailey ’46 and his wife Donna moved back north after eighteen years in Florida. They figured that family was more important than golf and celebrated their 50th anniversary with all five of their children and their families.

John Gillin ’46 is the Scholarship Chairman of the Santa Cruz Chapter of Retired Teachers. John and his wife, Adelia, perform a Communion Service at a local convalescent home and also coordinate the Senior Luncheon group at their church.

William Crosson ’47 is still manning La Salle’s West Coast Outpost. “I can’t believe it will be 60 years!”

James Fallon ’47 is the Secretary of the Fort Dix Retiree Council.

Rev. John Fitzgerald ’47 is celebrating his Golden Jubilee as a Priest in 2007. He thanks the Christian Brothers who helped to make it possible by encouraging his vocation to the priesthood.

Jim Phelan ’47 was honored for a remarkable coaching career when the “Jim Phelan Basketball Court” was dedicated on November 14, 2006 at Mount St. Mary’s University.

Edmund Milewski ’48 has been a faculty member at Rutgers/Cook College for thirty years. He is married to Barbara O’Leary and they have four children.

James Shemeley ’48 can’t believe it’s been fifty-eight years since he graduated from La Salle College High School and thinks it must be a mistake in his calculations.

Joseph O’Neill ’49 just completed fifty-one years as a stock broker. He has no plans to retire unless the brain power gives out.

Patrick McMenamin ’52 has been spending summers in El Salvador as a volunteer working among the poor in and around the capital city of San Salvador.

Albert Pfluger ’52 invites everyone to visit his website baseballbasictraining.com The Class of 1952 will celebrate its 55-Year Reunion on April 28, 2007.

Thomas Devlin ’53 switched research fields from sub-nuclear particles to radio astronomy using a 100-meter radio telescope in Greenbank, WV. Victor Gavin ’53 is retired, but substitute teaching in Delaware County, PA. Col. James McWilliams, USMC (Ret.), PhD ’53 added two more breeding bulls to his herd at Otjiwarongo Farm in Boston, VA. Anthony Giampetro, MD ’54 is semi-retired. He and his wife Susan are expecting their first grandchild in April 2007.

David Campbell, PhD ’56 has just returned from teaching an MBA course at Nanjing University, Nanjing, P.R., China.

Robert Lyons, MD ’56 recently became the Secretary of the Association of Yale Alumni in Medicine.

Francis Ponti, PhD ’56 will be sponsoring an award for Drama to a graduating senior of La Salle College High School in honor of his cousin, Sal Ponti ’52. The first recipient will receive the award at the Commencement Exercises in 2007.

James Richard EdD, ’56 has had two articles selected for an edited reprint reader on executive coaching to be released by the American Psychological Association in early 2007.

It is intended to provide an overview of the history, current definitions, and conceptual approaches of executive coaching in consulting psychology.

Edward Schmid, Jr. ’56 is enjoying retirement.

John Whitecar, Jr. ’56 writes that he had a wonderful time at his 50-Year Reunion and was “overwhelmed by the turnout and how La Salle has grown.”

1950’s Mike Carey ’50 noted our error in reporting that Devlin Carey ’10 was his grandson. In fact, Devlin is Mike’s son and will graduate the year of Mike’s 60th reunion. Mike calls Devlin, “God’s gift to an old man.”

William dePasquale ’51 continues with his large studio of violinists at Temple University. He and his wife, Gloria, appeared as soloists with the Music Society of Southern New Jersey in the Brahms Double Concerto in January of 2007.

Dick Connolly ’50 has had a number of visitors to his place in Tucson, AZ including (left to right) Dick Connolly ’50, Bob Snyder ’50, and Bob Berg ’50.

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Class Notes Continued John Coyle ’59 is retired and spending his time painting, traveling, and sailing.

John Igoe ’59 is living in Foster City, CA and just celebrated his 40th Anniversary.

Class of 1957 will celebrate its

50-Year Reunion on June 1-2, 2007 Members of the Class of 1957

who wish to help plan and organize this special occasion should contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at (215) 233-2350 or alumni@lschs.org

Robert Durney ’57 is a Professor of Business Administration at Chestnut Hill College and advisor to the Business Club.

Five of his students won first prizes in state competition this year. During the summer months, he is a Project Manager and Consultant.

Honorable James Melinson ’57 recently retired from the federal bench and is now serving as a full-time mediator and arbitrator with JAMS, The Resolution Experts. Jim has been appointed Chief of Arbitration and Mediation Services at the Philadelphia Resolution Center.

Rev. James Kolb, CSP ’58 is the Pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Portland and Chaplain at Oregon Health Science University and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. He occasionally celebrates the liturgy for the new De LaSalle High School in North Portland.

Jerome Lombard ’58 is retired and living, fishing, and golfing in Cape May Court House, NJ. He is looking forward to enjoying grandson Patrick’s ’05 Lacrosse season at University of Delaware and La Salle’s Commencement Day in 2007 when grandson Kelly graduates and he can see some old school mates of the Class of 1957 at their 50-Year Reunion.

The Class of 1958 held their annual Christmas Dinner on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at Manufacturers Country Club. The event was attended by over fifty members of the Class of 1958 including (left to right) Jerry Cosgrove, Jim McMonagle, and Harry Eustace.

1960’s Michael Ginieczki, MD ’61 retired from his Urology practice.

He is now the Director of Physician Integration at Shore Memorial Hospital of Somers Point, NJ. The Class of 1962 will celebrate its 45-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Louis Beccaria, PhD, ’63 was re-elected as Secretary of the National Board of Directors of the Association of Small Foundations, a 3,000 member association.

Lawrence Cantono ’63 sends out best wishes to all his classmates.

Robert Yacobellis ’64 is currently a Litigation Specialist in Legal Department of Tower Hill Insurance Group in Gainesville, FL. Larry Hill ’65 has started a new business, Affordable Home Theater, for those of us who want a nice TV/Audio system, but need some help choosing and setting-up components.

Thomas O’Donnell ’65 retired to Cape May Court House, NJ on December 31, 2006 after thirty years with the federal government.

Harry Vantine ’65 is still working at Livermore Labs.

James Matthews ’66 was the Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor in Pennsylvania.

Matthews, a Montgomery County Commissioner since 1999, ran on the same ticket with NFL Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Lynn Swann. Jim had been Chairman of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners since 2003, but surrendered the chairmanship when he earned the GOP nomination. He remains President of Keegan Mortgage Corporation in Oreland, PA, a firm that directly originates $60 million per year in VA-guaranteed, FHA-insured, and conventional residential mortgages to the southeastern Pennsylvania housing market.

Jim also serves on the Board of the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation, personally representing the individual interests of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties.

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The Class of 1967 will celebrate its 40-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Christopher Lehman ’67 and his wife Maureen welcomed their son Robert home from his second deployment to Iraq in 2006. Lt. Robert F. Lehman, USMC served as a Platoon Commander in the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He served in Anbar Province with most of his time spent in Falluja and Ramadi. Chris’s nephew (son of John F. Lehman, Jr. ’60), Lt. John F. Lehman, III USN is presently serving in Iraq. He is a naval aviator flying missions in an EA6B. Ray Mattern ’68 was ordained a minister on December 9, 2006.

1970’s Larry Fornaci ’70 has entered his twentieth year as a Craftsman Member of the Piano Technician’s Guild.

James Gentilcore ’70 has been named President and COO of Brooks Automation.

Bob White ’70 invites one and all to stop by The Wanderlust Shop in Cape May, NJ for your coastal living home furnishings.

The Class of 1972 will celebrate its 35-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Jim Dittrich ’72 moved to a small ranch near Perryville, AR and is the Vice President of Operations for Leisure Arts.

Guy Giordano ’72 was appointed to the La Salle University Board of Trustees on October 24, 2006.

Richard Heleniak, Esq. ’73 has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Superlawyer by Philadelphia Magazine.

Louis Santoro, Jr. ’74 is currently a racing official and substitute steward at Philadelphia Park Casino and Racetrack.

Thomas Belcher ’75 writes that his son, Ryan, will be a member of La Salle’s Class of 2011.

Anthony Capponi ’75 is now working for Lehigh White Cement Company as a Sales Representative. His son, Emidio Capponi ’99, is touring with his band, “Passion”, in support of their new CD, “The Fierce Urgency of Now.” Joseph Harris ’75 writes that his book “Rewriting: How To Do Things with Texts” was published in 2006 by Utah State University Press.

Don Rongione ’75 and his wife, Maryellen Kueny, celebrated thirty years of marriage with their four sons and fellow La Salle grads Larry Spinosa ’75, Jack Winters ’75, Pete DiBattiste ’74, and their families.

Frank Cervone, Esq. ’76, who has served as Executive Director of the Support Center for Child Advocates for fourteen years, was named the winner of the 2006 Philadelphia Bar Foundation Award. The Philadelphia Bar Foundation Award is given annually to an attorney working in the non-profit legal services community. Frank heads an organization that offers free legal and social services to Philadelphia’s abused and neglected children. Frank also serves as Vice Chair of the Children’s Trust Fund and is a member of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Juvenile Court Procedural Rules Committee. He has recently chaired the Advisory Committee on Child Welfare Services. Frank is a Founder and Co-Director of the National Children’s Law Network and was recognized as a Pennsylvania Superlawyer by Philadelphia Magazine in 2004, 2005, and 2006.

Ron Guerra ’76 is happy to report that his son, Cosmo, is a member of the Class of 2010. Ron was excited to get TWO hole-in-ones within five days of each other this past October at Plymouth Country Club.

The Class of 1977 will celebrate its 30-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Michael Donohoe, DC ’79 has recently joined Woudsma Chiropractic Associates, Inc. in Erdenheim, PA. John Ondik IV ’79 continues as a principal in the Ondik Group, a consulting and executive search firm. He works extensively with start-ups and entrepreneurs as well as larger organizations. John teaches a course at Wharton SBDC and has judged numerous business plan competitions.

Looking to make a difference in the life of a child?

Can you make a place in your family for a special child?

Can you provide a safe and loving temporary home?

Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is seeking single and married adults in the five county Philadelphia area to become foster parents for children of all ages, races, and religions. Some children have emotional or medical needs, while some children are siblings and wish to be placed together. If you can help or would like more information, please contact Melissa Kosmin in the Child Care Department at (215) 587-2458.

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Class Notes Continued 1980’s Joseph O’Connor ’80 is an Industrial Engineer with Hatfield Quality Meats.

John Weinrich ’81 is extremely proud of his oldest son, John, Jr., for being part of the Class of 2010 at La Salle College High School. He and his son recently attended the 57th Annual Father/Son Banquet along with his father and brothers who provided a custom decorated cake from the family bakery in honor of Capt. Christopher Fergusson, who was the guest speaker at the event.

Class of 1982 will celebrate its

25-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Members of the Class of 1982 who wish to help plan and organize this special occasion should contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at (215) 233-2350 or alumni@lschs.org

The Weinrich Family at the Father/Son Banquet. Standing with the cake (left to right): John Weinrich ’10, Stephen Weinrich ’91, Ed Weinrich, and John Weinrich ’81

Career Day March 20, 2007 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Two former standout runners and captains of their Cross Country teams, David Ott ’81 (left) and Thomas Fitzpatrick ’82 (right), attended a reception for New York City Area Alumni on Tuesday, November 28, 2006, where they were able to catch-up with their former coach, Pat Devine.

Kevin Cregan, MD ’82, his wife, and four children have moved to North Carolina. Kevin has joined Wayne Radiologists, P.A., in Goldsboro, NC, where he is enjoying practicing radiology in the South.

Franco D’Orazio ’82 has been promoted to Senior Vice President – Credit and Administration – for the Aaron Group of Companies, Conshohocken, PA, a global provider of paper sourcing and distribution.

Edward Skorpinski, MD ’83 recently completed a Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at Thomas Jefferson University. He passed his Board Certification Exam just in time for Christmas. Ed is also happy to report that he bowled two perfect 300 games this year – one in November and one in December!

The Alumni Association seeks experienced alums to talk to the current student body about their experiences, explain the educational paths they took, and share insights on the present and future states of their profession.

The Alumni Association is searching for experts in the fields of Accounting, Art, Architecture, Athletics, Banking, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Insurance, Journalism, Law, Management, Marketing, Medicine, Music, Politics, and Sales.

If you are willing to participate as a speaker and share your experience, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at (215) 233-2350 or alumni@lschs.org

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Scott Wolpert, Esq. ’84 married Amy Peterman on December 9, 2006. The wedding was attended by a number of Christian Brothers and La Salle alums.

WAR

Seated (left to right): Conrad Heckmann ’84, Steve Foley ’84, Brother Fred Stelmach, FSC, ’46, Scott Wolpert ’84, Brother Kevin Strong, FSC, and Bob Szostak ’72 Top Row (left to right): Duke Wolpert ’87, John Rutkowski ’60, Dave Wolpert ’87, Mario DeClerico ’99, Chris Carabello ’82, Matt Quigg ’02, and Sean Quigg ’04

Daniel Pickard, Esq. ’85 was named a Partner of Wiley Rein & Fielding, LLP in Washington, DC. Daniel joined the firm in 1999 from the U.S. International Trade Commission and was formerly Of Counsel to the firm’s International Trade Practice.

He represents client interests in a variety of international trade matters, including trade remedy actions, export controls, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the Foreign Agent Registration Act, customs declarations, and anti-boycott compliance.

At The Shore VIII Friday, August 3, 2007 Ballamor Golf Club Egg Harbor Township, NJ The venue to settle the rivalry between La Salle College High School and St. Joseph’s Preparatory School moves to one of South Jersey’s premier private clubs and the Brian Ault designed course promises a round that will be both challenging yet enjoyable for golfers of all levels.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Joseph Palermo ’89 was mistakenly identified as being deceased in the Autumn 2007 issue of the Explorer. Joe is alive and well and residing in Lansdale, PA. The staff of the Explorer apologizes to Joe and the Palermo Family for the error.

Members of the Class of 1986 continued their annual tradition of assisting the homeless of Philadelphia on Wednesday, December 27, 2006. Sean McCook ’86 and Ron Bean ’86 started B2B in 1991 in an effort to help people living on the streets of Philadelphia and, for the last sixteen years, have used the Christmas season as a time to spead some “cheer” to individuals who might otherwise not be enjoying the holiday. John Brown ’86, Jim Donahue ’86, and John Meko ’86 joined their classmates this year in an effort that concentrated on and around 15th Street in Center City.

The Class of 1987 will celebrate its 20-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Stan Szpindor ’87 joined Shire Pharmaceuticals in Wayne, PA as Director of R&D Quality Assurance.

Christopher Idler ’89 accepted a National Sales Account Manager position with Art Technology Group in Washington, DC.

Twenty-seven teams from each school will compete in traditional match play. The format for all matches will be “Better Ball” of partners, with the lowest net score winning the hole.

The field is limited to the first fifty-four “paid” golfers. In order to secure your spot in this year’s event, please contact Christopher M. Carabello ’82 at (215) 233-2350 or carabello@lschs.org

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Class Notes Continued

Michael Hayes, Esq. ’90

1990’s

Brendan Boland ’93 is in his fourth year as a Surgical Resident at Los Angeles County and USC.

Michael Hayes, Esq. ’90 is an attorney with Montgomery, McCracken, Walker and Rhoads, LLP and served as the Chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division (YLD) during 2006. He managed and directed the business and activities of the YLD’s more than 3000 members, including oversight of twenty committees in the areas of public service, law-related education, and service to the legal community. The Young Lawyers Division of the Philadelphia Bar Association is comprised of all Philadelphia Bar Association members who have not reached their 37th birthday or members who are thirty-seven years of age or older and have been practicing less than three years. Under Hayes’ direction in 2006, the YLD received two national First Place Awards of Achievement from the American Bar Association for the Philadelphia 20/20 Lunchtime Series and the Minority Bar Scholarship Program.

Kevin Conlin ’93 is teaching at Abington Senior High School and is the proud father of a boy and a girl.

Matthew McClure, Esq. ’90 is a 4th District Council candidate who is challenging incumbent Councilwoman Carol Campbell. The Philadelphia native – born and raised near 5th and Spruce Streets – is a real estate lawyer with Ballard Spahr as well as the 38th Ward Democratic Committeeman in Philadelphia. He is positioning himself as an independent thinker. Matt is the father of two young sons and he and his wife, Kelly, reside in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.

Steven Pacillio, Esq. ’90 became a partner in the law firm of Daubenberger, LLP, where William Malone ’83, is also a partner and a founding member of the firm.

Matthew McClure, Esq. ’90

Josh McNamara ’91 graduated from Widener Law School and passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam.

Carlos Torres, MD ’91 is currently residing in New York City and is a primary care physician at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

The Class of 1992 will celebrate its 15-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Joseph Carrello, Jr. ’92 has resided on the east end of Long Island for the past twelve years. He is married with his first child expected in March 2007. Joe is currently working in the mortgage industry with New Century Financial Corporation/Home 123 Mortgage.

Andrew Morrisroe ’92, the Founder and President of CTN Solutions, has been awarded the prestigious Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Foundation Achievement Award for his efforts in support of the foundation’s work worldwide.

Drew was selected to attend the Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation Leadership Seminar while a sophomore at La Salle College High School, where he was exposed to the concept of entrepreneurship and the importance of volunteerism. HOBY recognized Drew specifically for his humanitarian efforts locally and around the world. He travels frequently to countries such as Guatemala, Bosnia, Kosovo, Serbia, Montenegro, and Israel working with youth who have been victims of war.

Bill Bell ’94 received an MBA from Villanova University in May 2006. He has accepted a position as a Compliance Specialist with the National Association of Securities and Dealers.

Steve Blasi, DO ’94 is now practicing as a Hospitalist at Warren Hospital in Phillipsburg, NJ. He still finds time to organize an annual reunion of cross country alums from La Salle College High School.

Brian Lasky ’94 is pursuing an MBA at George Washington University in Washington, DC. Brian Sweeney ’94 was awarded an A.M. in English Literature from Brown University, where he is presently completing his doctorate. He and his wife, Lea Montalto-Rook, live in Cranston, RI. Capt. Adam Frey, USAF ’96 is now stationed at Elmendorf AFB in Alaska.

J. Andrew Sharkey ’96 is in his third year at Widener University’s School of Law. He completed a summer internship with Michael Marino, Montgomery County’s Solicitor and serves as a Committeeman in Cheltenham Township’s Ward One. The Class of 1997 will celebrate its 10-Year Reunion on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

Emidio Capponi ’99, is touring with his band, Passion, in support of their new CD, “The Fierce Urgency of Now.”

Wanted

A Few Good MEN La Salle College High School is trying to identify alums and/or friends of the La Salle Community who are serving in the military and are currently stationed overseas or have recently returned from deployment.

If you know of one of our boys who is currently serving our country overseas or has just returned from doing so, please contact Christopher M. Carabello ’82 at (215) 233-2350 or carabello@lschs.org. It would be helpful to have as much information as possible, including name, rank, branch of service, squadron, battalion, or vessel, and where the boy is currently stationed. Additional information will also be appreciated.

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Brothers’ Boys The De La Salle Annual Fund Supports La Salle College High School…

Representing the loyalty of the La Salle College High School family, The De La Salle Annual Fund is an integral part of the school’s overall fundraising efforts. With top priority given to maximizing alumni participation and increasing annual unrestricted giving, The De La Salle Annual Fund draws upon a pool of alumni, parents, friends, students, faculty, and staff to provide La Salle College High School with a solid foundation of financial support.

We are truly grateful to those who not only support The De La Salle Annual Fund, but who understand the importance it has in strengthening the enduring ties between La Salle College High School and its alumni, parents, friends, students, faculty, and staff. The De La Salle Annual Fund allows La Salle to continue its longstanding educational mission. If you have not yet done so, please make your gift today by calling Paul D. Colistra ’00, Director of Annual Giving at 215.233.2350 or colistrap@lschs.org.

You can also make a gift online at www.lschs.org.

It’s not too late to give!

Show your support and gratitude to the Christian Brothers who made a lasting impact on YOUR life.

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Class Notes Continued 2000’s

Brian Galbally ’02 is teaching in Bangkok, Thailand.

Christopher Glavin ’00 and his company, K12 Academics, operate a website that provides a wealth of information related to educating students with disabilities as well as such tools as a directory of museums and camps by state. The site is now one of the top 100,000 websites on the Internet and was recently awarded a resource by the Library of Congress.

Matthew Michel ’00 graduated from La Salle University in 2004 with a degree in Finance and Marketing. He is a financial planner with Merrill Lynch in Philadelphia and has recently passed the Series Seven certification exam. Matthew is a member of The Union League in Philadelphia and the founder of the La Salle Networking Group at La Salle University which was established to help graduate students make the transition from college life to the working world.

Michael Cloonan ’01 graduated from Pennsylvania State University in May of 2006. He majored in English with a minor in Business and his currently working full-time for his father.

Jeff Masiak ’01 is pursuing graduate studies in Criminal Justice at St. Joseph’s University.

Ryan Pollock ’02 graduated from The Catholic University of America with a BS in Architecture. He is currently living and working in Alexandria, VA as an Architect Intern.

The Class of 2001 at their 5-Year Reunion on Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Robert Sullivan ’02, a former walk-on for St. Joseph’s University’s Basketball Team, has finished his playing career and was named the school’s Director of Men’s Basketball Operations. Rob is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Business Management.

Stephen Miller ’03 is currently a fourth-year electrical engineering student at Drexel University.

Andrew Degnan ’04 has just finished biomedical research at Children’s National Medical Center studying Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Sepsis under a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowship. He will be attending the George Washington School of Medicine in the Fall of 2007.

Christopher Miller ’04 is currently a junior at La Salle University majoring in Criminal Justice.

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for Success

A Prescription

When Robert M. Rogers, MD ’51 was a student at St. Alice Grade School in the late 1940’s, he often found himself bored by what was going on in the classroom, which lead the nuns to believe that he wasn’t very smart and wouldn’t amount to much. Needless to say, they were a bit surprised when he won a scholarship to La Salle College High School. Buck, as he was known by his classmates, was President of the Glee Club and Sports Editor of the Yearbook; however, his passion was rowing. He was a member of the Crew Team and won two National Championships – one in the summer of 1950 while rowing in the Lightweight Four for Vesper and a second the following year while rowing in a Double for La Salle.

Bob continued to make the one and a half hour commute every day from Upper Darby to 20th and Olney when he enrolled at La Salle College. He studied biology and graduated Cum Laude. He entered medical school at the University of Pennsylvania in the fall of 1956 and began his formal training.

Bob readily admits that his decision to attend La Salle changed his life. “My experience at La Salle College High School was a very positive part of my life and largely responsible for my success and career in medicine. Had it not been for the scholarship I received to attend La Salle College High School, I would never have been able to do so.”

“I did not realize the depth of the education that I received (in high school) until I entered college and found the latter to be rather easy.”

Bob has held a variety of positions within his field.

Initially, he was a research trainee in the Department of Physiology at the University of Pennsylvania. Shortly after assuming this position, he was appointed as Assistant Professor of Medicine and became the first full-time faculty member in the Pulmonary Division.

While at Penn, he founded the first respiratory intensive care unit on the east coast, which became the model for numerous medical intensive care units in hospitals throughout the country. During his stay at the University of Pennsylvania, he conducted research and ran the Pulmonary Disease Training Program. In 1972, he assumed the positions of Professor of Medicine, Associate Professor of Physiology, and Chief of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division at the University of Oklahoma, where he received a national faculty training center award from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, as well as a research training award and numerous grants from the Veterans Administration and National Institute of Health.

In 1980, Bob went to the University of Pittsburgh as a Professor of Medicine and Anesthesiology and Chief of the Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Division. He has served as the Director of the Comprehensive Lung Center at the

by Christopher M. Carabello ’82

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and has an outstanding reputation as a lecturer and teacher. Over his career, Dr. Rogers has trained over one hundred physicians in pulmonary and critical care medicine, eighteen of whom became division chiefs. Seventy percent of his trainees entered academic medicine and over half of them remain today. He is the recipient of many honors, including the Presidential Award of the American Thoracic Society, Special Recognition Award from the American College of Chest Physicians, and the Outstanding Service Award from the Pennsylvania Thoracic Society. Due to his dedication to his field, he has been listed in Who’s Who in America, Best Doctors in America (Town and Country), The Best Doctors in America (Woodward/White), and The 400 Best Doctors in America (Good Housekeeping). The Robert M. Rogers Lectureship was established in 2001 to honor his career.

Clinically, Bob has been a valued addition to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. His interests and expertise cover a broad range; however, nothing can better demonstrate his diversity than his proficiency as a painter.

Bob started his artistic career a little over a decade ago.

He has studied at the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Carnegie Museum, Sweetwater Art Center, and the Florence Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. His artistic development was greatly influenced by several outstanding Pittsburgh artists including his own son Rob, who is a nationally syndicated political cartoonist, as well as Herb Olds, Linda Wallen, and Jamie Adams. His paintings have been exhibited at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, the Sweetwater Art Center, and the Design Society of Fort Walton Beach Show. He had twelve paintings selected for Linda Wallen’s Gallery “Art in Bloom” Show and eight paintings in her “Uncovered” Show.

He was selected as one of three artists to show watercolors at the Meadville Art Center Christmas Show. In all, his paintings are in thirty private collections as well as the University of Colorado, University of Pittsburgh, the University of Pennsylvania, and the American Thoracic Society National Headquarters in New York City.

Bob’s s techniques include watercolor, oil, acrylic, and mixed media and his paintings have concentrated on the human figure, landscapes, and recently, still lives. He is an active member of the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society, where he recently participated in two shows and had his works on display throughout the year at the Watercolor Gallery. Bob’s works can be viewed on his website at www.bobs-art.com.

Bob and his wife, Sandy, reside in Pittsburgh, and have raised five children whose careers include a political cartoonist, science teacher, respiratory therapist, poet, and writer.

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Announcements Births

Honorees

William Matthews ’86 and his wife, Nancy, welcomed their fourth boy, Charles Andrew, on August 3, 2006.

Michael Coyle ’87 and wife, Marguerite, celebrated the birth of their third son, Brennan.

Paul Wynn ’88 and his wife, Julia, had a son, James Cooper, on November 11, 2006.

William O’Donnell IV ’91 and his wife, Christy, welcomed a baby girl, Maggie.

Mark O’Neill ’91 and his wife , Susan, had a second daughter, Hannah Susan, on August 24, 2006.

Chad Stowe ’91 and his wife, Gina, had a baby girl, Alexa Jordan, on April 13, 2006.

Brendan Boland ’93 and his wife, Anne, had their second son, Conor, on April 25, 2006, joining brother Matthew who turned three in August.

Christopher Smith ’93 and his wife, Carrie, welcomed a daughter, Cydney Chery, on April 29, 2006.

Brian Lasky ’94 and his wife, Danielle, celebrated the birth of their son, Christopher Thomas, on October 4, 2006, who joins three year old sister Devon Violet.

Gabriel Vizza ’95 and his wife, Erin, welcomed a girl, Kalin Grace, on December 3, 2006.

Capt. Adam Frey, USAF ’96 and his wife, Christina, welcomed a baby girl, Kiersten Elizabeth, born in June of 2006.

The Christian Brothers of the Baltimore District and the Philadelphia Lasallian Community held the inaugural Christian Brothers Service Awards Dinner on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia. The event honored Brother John Owens, FSC, a former teacher and administrator at La Salle University and West Catholic for his seventy years as a Christian Brother, and seventeen other Brother Jubilarians who were celebrating a combined 1,000 total years of service to Catholic education. The proceeds from the event benefitted The San Miguel School in Camden, NJ, a tuitionfree, all-day, all-year middle school for boys that is directed by the Christian Brothers.

Deaths Matthias Kratochwill ’33 John J. Tague ’36 George A. Naab, Sr. ’38 father of John ’67, George, Jr. ’68, David ’70; Grandfather of: David, Jr. ’03, Christopher ’03 Robert P. Conwell ’39 Frank X. Gillespie ’43 Harry J. Connor ’45 Harry T. Rein ’45 Cornelius J. Holland, PhD ’49 William Z. Logue ’51 Paul J. Wuest, PhD ’54 John J. “Oz” Kerns ’55 Joseph T. Haney ’57 Vincent J. Burns ’63 Francis Dennis, Esq. ’65 Thomas M. Regan ’65 James Daniel ’66 Michael Stumpo ’68 Peter F. Cremins ’73 William J. Krupinsky, Jr. ’81 Grace Tiller, mother of John Tiller ’60 Charles Niles, grandfather of William Parker ’01 Emily Jelen, mother of Dr. Joseph Jelen ’70 William Christine, father of Kevin ’84 Alice Mackle, mother of Rev. Daniel ’71, Thomas ’76, Edward, MD ’82 Jeanne M. Toolan, mother of P. James, Esq. ’72, Grandmother of James Toolan ’04, Brendan Toolan ’08, Michael Casey ’10

Members of the the Class of 1967 join Brother Carl Clayton, FSC in celebrating his 50th Jubilee. (left to right): Jack Meehan ’67, Joe Slabinski ’67, Brother Carl Clayton, FSC, Frank McLaughlin ’67, Jake Whalen ’67, and John Gorman ’67

Members of the Osborne Family join Brother David Rogers, FSC in celebrating his 50th Jubilee. Front Row (left to right): Sally Osborne, Christine Ryan, Marita Osborne, and Ann Osborne. Back Row (left to right): Jim Osborne ’56, Rob Ryan ’58, Brother David Rogers, FSC, Mike Osborne ’65, and John Osborne ’58.

Brother Michael McGinniss, FSC ’65, President of La Salle Univeristy, with Mia Wesner and Frank Wesner ’66.

Alumni Golf Outing

47th Annual Golf Outing and Scholarship Raffle

For information or for reservations, please call the Office of Institutional Advancement at 215.233.2350 or visit www.lschs.org

Monday, June 11, 2007 11:00 AM Blue Bell Country Club Blue Bell, PA

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