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A LION FOR LIFE
Saint Viator and Sacred Heart of Mary Alumni Magazine
Stronger Together
WINTER 2021
A LION FOR LIFE | Staff Listing WINTER 2021
A Lion for Life Magazine is a publication of the Saint Viator High School Office of Institutional Advancement
IN THIS ISSUE Letter from the President...................................................................3 Alumni Spotlight.................................................................................4 From the Heart - Sacred Heart of Mary Feature.................................6 Alumnae Feature................................................................................7
Vice President of Development Mr. Thomas Ramsden
Volunteer Spotlight.............................................................................8
Director of Development Mrs. Kristen Daniels
Alumni Athletic News.......................................................................10
Alumni Relations Manager Ms. Krystal Harris ’15 Data and Stewardship Manager Mrs. Mary Kruse Communications Specialist Mr. Jim Mitchell ’77 Communications Manager Ms. Elizabeth Schuetz ’08 Director of Enrollment Mrs. Christine Bremner Assistant Director of Enrollment Ms. Maggie Wiener Advancement Assistant Mrs. Jennifer Bonifacic Anderson ’89 Director of Development Emeritus Mr. Patrick Mahoney Director of Alumni Relations Emeritus Mrs. Judith Wampach Amberg Printing NPN 360 - Mr. John Fox ’71
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Alumni News.......................................................................................9 Alumni Against COVID......................................................................11 Where Are They Now? Former Faculty News....................................12 Alumni News.....................................................................................13 Student Update.................................................................................14 Development Update........................................................................15 Class Notes.......................................................................................16 In Memoriam....................................................................................18
ALION FOR LIFE | Letter from the President
Dear Friends, Early in my tenure, members of the greater Viatorian community, our Board of Trustees and others invested a great deal of time into developing the wording for our Mission, Vision, and Values statements. The final compilation of those efforts fit easily on a single printed page but in the following years, I have learned how impactful those words have been in guiding so much of what we do at Saint Viator High School. As the process seemed to occasionally get bogged down over individual words, it was easy to wonder if it was really worth the effort. Looking back, I can assure you that it was. In recent months, we have used our Mission, Vision, and Values to guide us in important decisions and provide strength when confronted with difficult challenges. Reflecting on them has been instrumental for our staff, faculty, and administration as we look to best serve our students as they are exposed to social and political conflicts in our community and our country. Our Vision statement states, “Guided by the Viatorian mission, all members of the Saint Viator family discern who God wants them to be, discover what the world needs, and transform the communities they encounter.” Clearly, the recent social and political upheaval in our students’ lives has been profound, and we must look to further prepare them to be active, caring members of society who seek ways to justly transform the communities they encounter - communities that often include people of different backgrounds and people who struggle with their health, education, safety, and faith. Our Values call for Saint Viator High School to cultivate an environment of kindness for all to feel welcomed, included, and involved. To ensure that we are adhering to these values, we are launching a DEI - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - evaluation. By broadening our reach for students, and members of our faculty, staff, administration, Board of Trustees, committees and volunteer groups, Saint Viator High School can become stronger in all ways, and better prepare our students for the world they will encounter beyond their four years here. I ask you to continue to pray for our students, our school community, and for our nation, as we face important challenges. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we have the opportunity to better proclaim Jesus Christ and His Gospel and raise up communities where faith is lived, deepened, and celebrated. God Bless and Stay Well,
Brian J. Liedlich President
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AALION Update LIONFOR FORLIFE LIFE| Student Alumni Spotlight
Envisioning Change
Jim Fruchterman ’76 Bridges Non-Profits with Tech
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riting a book about Jim Fruchterman might be easy, but writing an article is not.
The confinement of a word limit simply doesn’t work for someone whose ideas, energy, and commitment to change appear to have no limits. A 1976 graduate of Saint Viator and a Distinguished Alumni recipient, Fruchterman is known globally as a recipient of the MacArthur Fellowship, the Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Schwab Social Entrepreneur Award, and the Caltech Distinguished Alumni Award. He’s helped create five world-changing technology social enterprises including Benetech, a Silicon Valley nonprofit which was founded to focus on developing technology for social good. After serving as CEO for three decades, Fruchterman has now turned his attention to launching multiple new tech initiatives designed to expand those efforts. For the past two years, he has led Tech Matters, a strategic tech nonprofit organization aimed at bringing the benefits of technology to far more of humanity, on their terms. At the highest level, he is providing a bridge between technology companies and nonprofits. And make no mistake, having been an active figure in Silicon Valley since his days at Caltech, Fruchterman knows technology. His work has led him to realize that many nonprofit ventures, for a variety of reasons, are often a decade or more behind the times in terms of tech. Private sector companies can’t compete without the latest technology, relying on a CTO or CIO to keep them current, if not at the forefront; in most cases, he found, nonprofits do not take that same approach, often leading to them failing in their mission. “If you are an ambitious nonprofit, you can’t help a million people without tech,” he noted. One of the first ventures Tech Matters is involved with is Aselo. Across the globe there are numerous agencies operating helplines for children, each with its own home-cooked version of technology, most of which are, to a great degree, ineffective and inefficient. By building Aselo, a modern, open-source contact center platform in partnership with Child Helpline International, which represents 169 child helplines in 139 countries, Aselo expects to serve more than 100 million children each year.
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In looking at the problem, Fruchterman asked, “How do I make a counselor able to handle three times more kids? Some calls don’t need a counselor. Let’s use technology to direct calls and allow a counselor to talk to a kid in crisis and not lose those calls.” With Terraso, his second new project, Fruchterman is working to bypass large government intervention and work directly with communities around the world to plan and finance sustainable economies. The Terraso platform will provide the data and software tools needed to plan, finance, and track progress. “How do we help farmers use less water where it is scarce yet make more money? How do we reclaim lands that can sustain a community?” are questions Terraso hopes to solve by providing a common tech platform in a space where there were literally hundreds of tools, but none which worked together efficiently. While he has seen a number of changes in Silicon Valley in the last twenty plus years, one thing that stands out to Fruchterman is how young people are driving change regarding social responsibility within large corporations. “Companies are competing for the best talent and young people want to work for companies that are committed to social good. To hire the best employees, large companies have to be responsive.” He also points out for employers and employees alike, there is no longer a hard distinction between doing good and being profitable. He notes that many workers now switch jobs every few years so spending one of those stops with a nonprofit should fit in the plans of most people. The challenge for Fruchterman, that he has always tackled head-on, is finding investors who are interested in the nonprofit sector. The development of impact investment funds for this purpose has opened doors and he says that wealthy investors are more open to buying shares of funds that serve the greater good while still providing a return than simply making donations. While these positive signs are important, there is more to be done. Continued change can come from places like Saint Viator High School. “At Saint Viator, I saw priests who loved physics and math and dedicated their lives to both service and science. When I became an entrepreneur, I wanted to do something good. I wanted to be a role model like they were.” Despite all he yet wants to accomplish, Jim Fruchterman can consider that mission accomplished. To learn more, visit techmatters.org. n
“At Saint Viator, I saw priests who loved physics and math and dedicated their lives to both service and science. When I became an entrepreneur, I wanted to do something good. I wanted to be a role model like they were.” 5
ALION FOR LIFE | From the Heart
FROM THE HEART:
Beth Cassidy Nabors ’85 Beth Cassidy Nabors ’85 graduated from Sacred Heart of Mary (SHM), and she truly exemplifies the traditions, the memories, and the values the Sacred Heart community brought to the merger of both schools in 1987. “Before you walked in the front glass doors of Sacred Heart, you were welcomed by the circular drive. We all loved the jukebox in the lunchroom. SHM really taught us how to live a spiritual life and walk in our faith. Through open dialogue and constant learning, we were taught to be in charge of our own lives. Most importantly, we went all in to support the underdogs. Whether someone was struggling with finances or in a further-out community and needed a ride, we pulled together.” After earning her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in educational psychology and working as a substance abuse counselor, Nabors found herself applying to a job at an agency her grandmother urged her to pursue. “At that time, I thought I’d give the agency a year—for my grandmother—and that the volume of need couldn’t be that large in an affluent area like Arlington Heights. Going in on day one, I knew this was my calling.” Twenty-two years later, Nabors is still supporting the underdogs in the northwest suburbs of Chicago at Journeys | The Road Home, a resource center founded in 1989 for the homeless in Palatine. As executive director, she has seen Journeys flourish: facilitating PADS shelters, day programs, affordable housing, and free counseling services with over 2,500 volunteers for approximately 800 people annually who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. When COVID-19 hit in March 2020, many shelters and programs shut their doors due to the safety concerns and the governor’s stay at home order. Within a week, Nabors revitalized Journeys programs to make sure the homeless community did not end up on the streets. Since then, Journeys has secured shelter for 100 people in Arlington Heights. “This is what our faith has taught us: that these people are worth attention, investment, and resources to feel fulfilled and whole again. We don’t know how long this pandemic will last, but our work to end homelessness is not done.” In fact, the Clerics of St. Viator pledged $100,000 to assist in a building with seven affordable housing units that breaks ground this spring for those who PADS sites can’t serve those with serious addiction and mental health issues that find it hard to manage in group settings. Nabors serves on the Board of Trustees’ Mission Effectiveness committee and continues to cherish her lifelong
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Sacred Heart of Mary Alumnae Help Us Celebrate Your Legacy
In every upcoming edition of A Lion for Life Magazine, we will devote a column to highlight a Sacred Heart of Mary alumna who has transformed the communities she encounters through her work, volunteerism or leadership. While it has been several decades since the merging of Saint Viator and Sacred Heart of Mary, we are committed to honoring the amazing educational, social, and spiritual legacy of the faculty and students of Sacred Heart. If you have an individual that you feel we should highlight, please drop us a note at alumni@saintviator.com.
friendships from Sacred Heart of Mary. “I miss the people at Sacred Heart of Mary the most Facebook is wonderful! Even though the merger happened after I graduated, one of the first places we reached out to at Journeys was Saint Viator. Seeing the effort from Saint Viator to assure the Sacred Heart of Mary component of our history is never lost is wonderful. Sacred Heart of Mary was the best seed planter - our roots in God, each other, and ourselves propelled us forward in whatever we do today.” n
ALION FOR LIFE | Alumnae Feature
Sacred Heart of Mary Alumnae Join Incubator Mentors
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ow in its third academic year, the Intro to Entrepreneurship: Incubator Program continues to grow. The
mentor group recently welcomed Sacred Heart of Mary alumnae, Jane Broeren Lambesis ’79 and Maureen Meersman ’79. Having known each other since they were six years old, these two have kept in touch all these years and see their fellow alumnae regularly. Lambesis brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership in mutual fund investing from her 33 years with Federated Hermes, one of the nation’s largest investment management organizations. She also sits on the Board of Trustees at her alma mater John Carroll University. Meersman gives a fresh perspective as an attorney for over 35 years at her private law practice which focuses on real estate, probate, and estate planning. “Before we met with our team, they already came up with a clever concept based on research, statistics, and peer surveys, and started reaching out to their teachers for additional feedback. Having such camaraderie with their teachers is amazing to see,” says Lambesis. As mentors, Lambesis hopes to provide the students with guardrails and perspective, never using the phrase, “If I were you…” Meersman nudges them along to think outside of the box. “I approach mentoring as ‘Teach us what you are doing. I want you to tell me.’” The Incubator Program introduces the students to a variety of career opportunities, touching on marketing, research and development, management, sales, and entrepreneurship. “It’s a really neat form of education, a really hands-on experience for the kids instead of the traditional brick and mortar classes,” Meersman says. With three full Incubator classes for the 2020-21 academic year, and a growing number of young women enrolled, having a large and diverse group of volunteer mentors has never been more important. “Collaboration is a critical workforce component,” Lambesis adds. “It’s true that women bring a completely different feel to the conversation, so giving these students exposure to different personality types and work styles is crucial.”
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Jane Broeren Lambesis ‘79 and Maureen Meersman ‘79.
It goes without saying that Sacred Heart of Mary truly has shaped them into the leading women they are today. Lambesis says there was empowerment during her SHM days, but now there is more value to women’s voices. “We were taught to advocate for ourselves and challenge our teachers and fellow students, and ultimately ourselves. Women got motivation from one another. Whether in a meeting or interaction now, I listen and am not afraid to share my opinion. I was taught that at Sacred Heart.” Meersman reiterates, “SHM provided a platform where your voice was not just heard but valued. SHM fostered an environment where girls could embrace being smart, independent, and ambitious. It was also the place where close, loyal, and lifelong friendships were created.” Lambesis and Meersman will continue to guide their team until the students pitch their product to the ‘Sharks’ later this spring. “We have to compliment the Incubator teacher, Mr. David Lyons - he is so organized and keeps our full-time jobs in mind when planning meetings with our team. We won’t hesitate to ask a friend to get involved next year.” n
Our Lady of the Moon Sacred Heart of Mary Notecards Now available in the McKenna Marketplace campus store and online store (svhsmarketplace. shopsettings.com), these notecards honor the legacy and impact the Sacred Heart of Mary women had on Saint Viator. They come in packs of five. The cover art is by Mary Lane Killick ’71.
ALION FOR LIFE | Volunteer Spotlight
Anthony Navarro ’99 Lends Creative Vision to Alumni and Students Innovation, discovery, creativity, and passion. Those words perfectly describe the pillars of the Loyal Hearts Business Forum and the Incubator Program that Anthony Navarro ’99 has been proud to be a part of this year.
Following the Business Forum, Navarro immediately jumped in to help the Intro to Entrepreneurship: Incubator Program as a volunteer mentor. “I try to offer suggestions and thoughts that give the students an insight into how it would work in the real world.”
This past October, Navarro joined two other Saint Viator alumni for a panel about how they pivoted their businesses during the pandemic. As creative director and co-owner of event planning and production company, Liven It Up Events, he compares his industry’s support to his experience at his alma mater.
The Incubator class allows students to develop their entrepreneurship skills, forming and developing a new business idea they will eventually pitch to the ‘Sharks’ later this spring.
“These students have real business ideas that can become a reality. By taking this class, the students are opening their “Especially the events industry, but everywhere, people are minds to what they can do in the world. These days, we are coming together not just on a local level, seeing a greater movement towards but nationally and internationally. Having “Saint Viator put me in a freelance and entrepreneurship those strong relationships is something practices, and these students are doing great position walking into that is unique.” just that. They are passionate about what college and this class further they are creating. That’s exciting!” The Loyal Hearts Business Forum strives extends that preparation to to incorporate relationship building Even as a first-year mentor, Navarro is through networking, mentoring, and already reaping the benefits of giving back. the senior students.” career development opportunities with and for alumni and the greater Saint “Being a mentor is such an interesting Viator community. experience. I get just as much out of it working with them as they do learning different skills. My team pushes me to “It is a great way to keep everyone connected around a troubleshoot the knowledge I have as a business owner and specific topic or industry. Having a commonality and a shared apply it to what they are working on. It is very rewarding experience of Saint Viator makes networking a little bit easier and the lessons are reciprocal. Saint Viator put me in a great when it comes to referring business.” position walking into college and this class further extends that preparation to the senior students.” n
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ALION FOR LIFE | Alumni News
Alumni Panels Prepare Students for College Life Deciding which college to attend can be difficult, but particularly this year as families are unable to have traditional campus visits. To help, last December, the Counseling Department and Alumni Relations hosted four different sessions for students to hear from current college alumni. Sixteen alumni shared their experiences of researching, choosing, and attending colleges they now call home with current students, parents, and faculty members. This hybrid event included both panelists on Zoom and attendees in person and online, covering a myriad of topics and colleges. The following alumni offered their time and insight for the panel on Catholic colleges: Christian Cruz ’18 (Marquette University), Clare Camblin ’19 (Marquette University), Jacob Turaka ’18 (Loyola University Chicago), and Matthew McManaman ’19 (University of Notre Dame). Patti Miller ’19 (University of Notre Dame), Melissa Cortese ’17 (United States Naval Academy), and Sara Hankinson ’19 (Boston College)
participated in the panel focused on elite and competitive colleges. Anthony Maraviglia ’18 (Johns Hopkins University), Julie Warren ’19 (Penn State University), Aisling Finnegan ’20 (John Carroll University), and Emma Zajac ’19 (Ohio Wesleyan University) spoke to current students about their involvement in NCAA sports. Erin Peters ’17 (University of WisconsinMadison), Sarah Johnson ’18 (Loyola University Chicago), MaryBeth Hansen ’19 (Miami University of Ohio), Charlie Trunk ’17 (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), and Dan Thompson ’19 (Indiana University) offered their experience on the college application and search process while undecided.
College and Career Connection Seeks Alumni Mentors Connect with Alumni on New Portal Since launching in November 2020, more than 340 alumni have registered for our new alumni networking and mentoring portal. AlumniConnect allows Saint Viator and Sacred Heart of Mary alumni/ae to connect with one another digitally, network, join communities, post jobs and internships, update information, and be or find a mentor. “The response to the platform has been great! Having a common background - like attending the same high school or college - eases the networking process whether you are trying to secure business, a new job, or simply a new friend in an industry,” Alumni Relations Manager Krystal Harris says. “AlumniConnect makes it so easy for alumni to network with one another and reach out to others in any industry for help.” Alumni of Saint Viator and Sacred Heart of Mary can sign up today at alumniconnect.saintviator.com.
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Current students have the opportunity to learn about specific colleges and careers from alumni mentors through the College & Career Connection (CCC). Just shy of 100 alumni signed up for the CCC last semester. As the program continues to roll out this year, College Counselor Amy Herbert is hopeful we are meeting students where they are at. “Right now, our students have lots of questions and it is amazing to see the generosity of our alumni giving back to students facing some very big decisions. More than 50 mentors received a student mentee last semester. I look forward to tapping into this group of alumni for our Career Day this spring.” To be a part of the College & Career Connection, simply register at bit.ly/3my5zFi. Doing so will not only allow you to explain what it’s like to be a Hoosier, a Spartan, a Redbird or Golden Eagle, but it will also demonstrate that you’re a Lion for life.
ALION FOR LIFE | Alumni Athletic News
After Third Golf Recruit, Loyola Values Qualities Brought by Saint Viator Athletes Don’t look now but there seems to be a pipeline developing between Saint Viator’s boys and girls golf teams and Loyola University, and it’s benefiting both programs. Late last year, Cate Reisinger ’21 signed a national letter of intent to continue her game with the Maroon & Gold. She is the third Saint Viator golfer in two years to commit to playing in Division I at Loyola — and she brings some firepower to their lineup. “We love the pipeline we’re creating,” says Loyola Athletic Director Steve Watson, “and hope to have many more students from Saint Viator join us at Loyola.” Before COVID-19 shut down her senior season, Reisinger was ESCC conference champion three times and a state medalist twice. She also led her team to the state finals her freshman and junior years and would have done so again this year, says Coach Mick Drewes, had her season not been cut short. “Cate is a great golfer, but she’s a better person,” Coach Drewes says. “She was loved by her teammates and coaches alike and was the perfect example of a what a student athlete should be.” Loyola officials agree, adding that they look for those qualities personified by Saint Viator student athletes. “Cate has a high level of tournament experience and will make an impact on our program,” says Carly Werwie, head women’s golf coach at Loyola. “Her strong work ethic shows in her tournament results and I feel confident with the direction our program is heading with Cate being a part of it.” Reisinger follows in the footsteps of former Lions, Timmy Crawford ’19 (Julie Brehm Crawford ’81) and Nolan Doherty ’19, who are now sophomores and roommates at Loyola. Both saw limited action last year during their freshman season, though Crawford turned in a memorable performance in September 2019, enabling the Ramblers to win their first team title. “The highlight of Timmy’s year was shooting a 221 (77-76-68) to tie for ninth at the Zach Johnson Invitational,” says Ryan Haley, assistant communications director for athletics. “He fired a season-low three-under-par 68 during the final round to help us win the team title at the event.” Haley adds that the team title was the first for the Ramblers since the 2014-2015 season, meaning Crawford may have earned himself a spot in the lineup going forward with that performance. Saint Viator’s Hall of Fame boys golf coach, Jack Halpin, encouraged his young golfers to consider Loyola, knowing they had the kind of character the Ramblers seek. “Loyola, being a Jesuit school, recruits really good people and values their academic excellence,” Halpin says. “Loyola is No. 2 in the country in the graduation rate of their athletes. Saint Viator High School checks all the boxes for them.” n
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From top: Timmy Crawford ’19, Nolan Doherty ’19, and Cate Reisinger ’21.
ALION FOR LIFE | Alumni Against COVID
Alumna Daughter Vaccinates Alumna Mother Against COVID she know all of this? How is she doing all of this?’” Working at the same hospital was a tremendous relief, Griesmaier said. “Not only because I had such confidence in her,” she said. “But because I still felt like I could make sure she’s OK.” Murphy was supposed to get married on May 30. She and her mom had been planning the big wedding for more than a year. “At the beginning it was like, ‘It’s going to be fine by May,’” Murphy said. “And then the realization of it all finally hit us. So that emotional side of canceling your wedding, my mom was there for all of it.” Photo by Youngrae Kim / Chicago Tribune.
Reprint from the Chicago Tribune , 1/08/2021 By Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune Columnist As soon as the COVID-19 vaccine became available to her department, Lynn [Hogan] Griesmaier [’75], nurse coordinator for breast medical oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, jumped at the opportunity. “I took the first available spot,” Griesmaier said. “I said, ‘I’ll go anywhere, at any time.’” As soon as administering the COVID-19 vaccine became an option, nurse Lizzy Murphy [’10], education coordinator at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, jumped at the opportunity. “We’re just so excited to have a vaccine,” Murphy said. “I was like, ‘As many hands as they need. Let’s get this in people’s arms.’” Griesmaier signed up to receive her first dose of the vaccine at 9 a.m. on Dec. 18. Murphy signed up to work one of Northwestern’s vaccine tables all day on Dec. 18. Griesmaier is Murphy’s mom. The two have leaned on each other and drawn strength from each other and shared tears and the occasional lunch (when there’s time) and rides to work (masked, with the car windows down) as the novel coronavirus crashed through our lives, infecting more than 1 million Illinoisans. “At the beginning I was keeping a log, ‘How many patient exposures do you think you had today?’” Griesmaier said. “And then I was checking it against the statistics on TV. I mean, it was nuts. I was really so worried about how things were going for her.” Griesmaier was in awe, she said, of her daughter’s calm, and her lightning-fast mastery of COVID-19 protocols and personal protective equipment needs and severe respiratory illnesses. “I’ve been a nurse for a very long time,” Griesmaier said. (Forty years, to be exact.) “I just kept thinking, ‘How does
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And then, as the year like no other drew to a close, a vaccine arrived. And Griesmaier was scheduled to receive it on the day her daughter was scheduled to administer it. “I knew my mom was coming that day, but there were 18 stations,” Murphy said. “The chances of all of it happening just right ...” Murphy had received her first dose Dec. 17, the day before her mom was scheduled to receive hers. Murphy knew the drill, and she also knew the emotions. Griesmaier felt them all, the moment she walked into the hospital to receive her shot. “It felt so reverent,” Griesmaier said. “I’m just so grateful we’re getting to do this. I was in awe of the moment.” Then Murphy’s table had an opening. And it was Griesmaier’s turn. “I thought, ‘I gave birth to her. And she’s going to keep me alive,’” Griesmaier said. Murphy administered the shot, which Griesmaier says she barely felt. On Friday, three weeks after that first shot, Murphy administered her mom’s second dose. “It feels sort of full circle,” Murphy said. “I wouldn’t be a nurse without my mom. I owe my work ethic and everything and the opportunity to go to nursing school and have a great education to my parents.” “I always feel like I can never repay her for everything she’s done for me,” Murphy continued. “This I feel like is the greatest gift I could give her.” “I’m just so proud of her,” Griesmaier said. “She’s done such beautiful work. Her heart is just — she’s a nurse, true and true. And it’s just amazing. Here’s your child. Here’s your daughter. How this all came together, it’s just amazing.” Griesmaier helps patients who’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer. She sees fear and hope every workday, pre- and midpandemic. “I’m just amazed at the resilience,” she said. “The strength and courage that my patients have and their families have, I’m always just amazed.” n
ALION FOR LIFE | Former Faculty News
Former Faculty and Staff
Where Are They Now? PAUL MCMAHON Years at SV/SHM: 1997 - 2006 Teaching 1997 - 2007 Coaching Cross Country & Track Religion Department Taught Senior Ethics, Freshmen Religion, and Junior Religion for seven years Moved into Campus Ministry for final two years
FAVORITE SAINT VIATOR/SACRED HEART OF MARY MEMORY: I moved to the USA in June 1997, got married in July 1997 and began teaching in August 1997. Everything was new to me in the first few years. I had never attended an American football game and in my first week at school in 1997, I went to the Saint Viator/Hersey game. It was Jarret Payton’s ’99 first game for Saint Viator and he started as quarterback as a junior Walter Payton, who I learned was a legend of the game. I sat on the roof of the coaching box to video him. The crowd was huge and the game was televised on ESPN! I later led the pep rallies with Pat Mahoney which were lots of fun. My coaching years with both the boys and girls cross country and track teams were very memorable. We had great pasta parties on Friday nights. Teaching the senior Ethics classes was challenging, but memorable. We had respectful and informed debates about important and real life topics. Kairos retreats were awesome! Outdoor Adventure Club trips were also great fun. So many wonderful memories.
IMPACT TEACHING AT SAINT VIATOR/SACRED HEART HAD ON YOU: I learned so much about the US culture and way of life at Saint Viator. I became a dad while teaching at Saint Viator in 2001 and again in 2003 and 2006. Saint Viator affected my family in such a positive way. I took my kids to football games, basketball games, Halloween events, etc. My faith life became very important to
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me and the charism of Saint Viator resonated with me. Viator is Latin for “pilgrim” and I felt like a pilgrim in another country. I also became an American citizen while at Saint Viator. The people I encountered at Saint Viator inspired me. Quite a few staff died while I was there and this affected me deeply: Bob Artman, Linda Mayfield, Carl Cieslik, JoAnn Calzaretta, and Br. Bob Ruhl, CSV were a huge loss for our community in my time.
WHAT MADE SAINT VIATOR/SACRED HEART UNIQUE: Excellence in all we did: Faith, academics, and sports were unique to me. I also loved our Lion mascot and school colours.
FORMER COLLEAGUES YOU STAY IN TOUCH WITH: Via social media, I keep in contact with dozens of ex-staff, coaches, and students who now have families of their own. Many ex-students now teach at Saint Viator.
TOWN YOU CURRENTLY RESIDE IN: Melbourne, Australia
WHAT YOU ARE DOING NOW: Head of Sport and Physical Education at Scotch College in Melbourne. It’s like being an Athletic Director in US language, while teaching a little.
MESSAGE FOR FORMER COLLEAGUES AND STUDENTS: #alwaysalion I’m old school with my hash tag and use it daily. Also, keep living the lessons we shared on Kairos and other retreats. Go Lions! Connect with Paul on Twitter at @dual_coach or by email at paul.mcmahon@live.com. Read more Former Faculty and Staff Profiles at alumniconnect.saintviator.com.
ALION FOR LIFE | Alumni News
Viatorians Welcoming New Associate Members to Share in Mission In the fall of 2020, current Saint Viator High School President Brian Liedlich and three other members of the school faculty and staff made their initial commitments to serve the Viatorian Community as lay associates. This brings to six the number of lay associates in the school, a list that includes Liedlich, Cathy Abrahamian, Ann Perez, Kurt Paprocki ’00, Brian Hansen ’11, and Brigette Brankin. Two other staff members recently began their discernment with the Viatorians by beginning pre-associate formation. The history of lay associates predates even the founding of the Viatorian Community, dating back to 1824 when Venerable Louis Querbes, then an archdiocesan priest, hired two lay men to serve as teachers and catechists to work with him. Fr. Querbes originally intended for lay associates to be part of the Viatorians, but the Church was not yet prepared to approve this. After Vatican II invited religious congregations to reflect on their founding, the 1978 General Chapter of the Viatorians reopened the issue and adopted an article in its new Constitution. This brought back to life Fr. Querbes’ original idea, noting, “Our Congregation accepts as associate members those who desire
to share in our mission, our spiritual life, and our community life.” Women and men interested in becoming associates apply to the community and would begin with a two-year period of discernment, that includes study, prayer, and community life. Associates then make an initial commitment of two years, which they can renew indefinitely. Upon commitment, associates become part of the Viatorian Community, sharing in the Viatorian charism through their personal lives of faith, ministry, and community life with the professed brothers and priests. To learn more about Viatorian Association, contact Fr. Dan Lydon, CSV at dlydon@viatorians.com or Br. John Eustice, CSV at jeustice@viatorians.com.
Get to Know Your Alumni Association Board Ryan Voyda Graduating Class: 2008 Currently Resides: Chicago, Illinois (Lakeview neighborhood) Profession: Accountant Years Involved with the Alumni Association Board: 4 Reason for Joining the Board: Help grow alumni connections and continue to build a thriving network Favorite Alumni Event: Mahoney Classic Favorite High School Memory: Earning the 2008 Andrew Johnstone Award Most Influential Faculty Member: Fr. Dan Hall, CSV Classmates I’m Still Close With: Michael Wojciak ’08, Joey Tanzillo ’08, Eric Hoffman ’08 Why Should Alumni Get Involved? Current and future students of Saint Viator High School are embarking on a journey we as alumni all experienced. With more and more help and involvement from alumni, the more we can provide them a wellrounded atmosphere to learn and grow.
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ALION FOR LIFE | Student Alumni Author UpdateFeature
Celebrating A Safe and Successful Return to In-Person Learning After a tumultuous spring in which COVID caused a rapid and unexpected switch to eLearning, the Saint Viator community used the summer months to prepare for a return to school unlike any other in our nearly six decade history. Through an extraordinary amount of hard work and evaluation, Saint Viator was one of the few schools to return to full in-school learning in August. While there were several brief periods of eLearning imposed due to increasing COVID numbers, and a planned eLearning period prior to and after Christmas break, we managed to welcome students inperson for 58 days from August through December. New school nurse Pamela Kelly was instrumental in our efforts, communicating with families on a daily basis and carefully tracking 69 reported positive instances throughout our community to prevent the potential exposure from them within the school. Her proactive work and guidance, along with the daily commitment to a healthy environment provided by Steve Burks and his staff, were instrumental in our ability to foster the best possible learning environment for our students. Of course, we must also recognize the faculty and staff who were courageously present each day for our students. Their commitment to providing a Saint Viator education was never more on display than during the past few months. We look forward to a return to all aspects of our experience but remain grateful to all who have made our success to date possible. n
Winter Arts Festival Goes Virtual
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Thanks to the generous donations from the Schwabe Group and Patrons of the Arts, the annual Winter Arts Festival went virtual last December. “Virtually Christmas” was livestreamed on Youtube, featuring performances from Saint Viator’s Concert and Symphonic Bands, Concert and Treble Choirs, Chamber Singers, and theatre students. It also showcased art from our 3D Art Design, iPad Media Arts, and Introduction to Visual Arts classes. Watch the full festival at youtube.com/saintviatorlions.
ALION FOR LIFE | Development Update
Provide a Student with a Saint Viator Education and Reduce Your Illinois Income Tax Saint Viator continues to work with both Empower Illinois and the Big Shoulders Scholarship Granting Organization to provide Tax Credit Scholarships for qualified and deserving students. Qualifying families receive a scholarship to attend Saint Viator, while generous donors receive a 75% credit on their Illinois State Income Tax. This year, over 60 Saint Viator families qualified to receive a Tax Credit Scholarship. Our hope is to provide as many scholarships as possible through this program as we continue to promote this opportunity to deserving families. See the diagram to the right to understand how it works. For more information, please contact Tom Ramsden at tramsden@saintviator.com or visit www.empowerillinois.org or www.bigshouldersfundsgo.org.
TESTIMONIALS “After both of our kids graduated, we wanted to stay connected to the school and make a meaningful contribution. Invest in Kids has allowed us to support Saint Viator and makes it possible for some students to attend Saint Viator that otherwise wouldn’t be able to attend. Invest in Kids is an unusual tax incentive in that it is a direct reduction of your Illinois State taxes as opposed to an income tax deduction. We are pleased to be able to see what would have been our Illinois State taxes instead go directly to Saint Viator and help support Saint Viator students.” - Mark ’85 and Carla Spanier “The Invest in Kids Act has allowed us the opportunity to provide a deserving family the choice to provide a Catholic education for their child. Our children benefited greatly from Saint Viator, and they experienced success in college and now in their professional lives because of Saint Viator. The 75% credit on our state income tax allowed us to make a bigger donation to the school via the scholarship granting organization than if we had made a straight cash gift. The school’s admin team has called it a win-win for the donor and a deserving student - it really is!” - Anonymous past parents of two Saint Viator alumni
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A LION FOR LIFE | Class Notes
Class Notes
Class of 1999 ▶ Kaleigh Robinson is currently serving as a consultant to the World Health Organization. She recently received her Masters in Nursing from the Johns Hopkins University. Kaleigh spent the last decade working in public health developing training programs for the eradication of neglected tropical diseases in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. She is also pursuing her Nurse Practitioner degree at Vanderbilt University.
Class of 1973 ▶ Fr. Dan Lydon, CSV, was announced as the next president of Saint Viator High School. He will begin his term on July 1, 2021.
Class of 2000
Class of 1988 Mark B. Mycyk, MD has been treating COVID patients on the frontline as an emergency physician at Cook County Hospital and continues to lead different clinical research studies examining the impact of COVID on vulnerable inner city populations.
Class of 1998 ▼ Christopher (CJ) Rog, University of Notre Dame ’02, Creighton University Law ’06, exchanged wedding vows with Emily Hoselton on July 23 in Lincoln Park under the Honeycomb. The ceremony was officiated by Jarrett Payton ’99.
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Beth Miklius Mainardi thanks longtime teacher and administrator, Fr. John Van Wiel, CSV, for nurturing her love of science — and for being a role model in her own career as a Catholic school teacher. Mainardi has taught chemistry now for 14 years at Delbarton School in Morristown, NJ, before helping to open Lumen Gentium Academy this year in nearby Boonton.
Class of 2002 ▶ Colleen Dwyer and Michael Schatzman welcomed their son Charles Louis Schatzman on August 30. Charlie joined big sister Reese (3 ½ years) at their home in Chicago.
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Director of Development and Communications for Kenneth Young Center Kate Garbarek partnered with Saint Viator’s Athletic Department to raise funds for its annual Adopt a Family Drive. In total, Saint Viator student-athletes made a $3,000 donation, allowing the organization to “adopt” 120 families.
Marissa Mueller married Cory Rupert on December 12 in Chicago. Her bridesmaids included Samantha Swiderski ’11, Margaret Stefanowski ’11, Caitlin Potlzer ’11, and sisters, (pictured) Megan Mueller ’14 and Michaela Mueller ’18.
Class of 2006 ▼ John P. (JP) McNamara married Theresa Waite on October 3. Pictured below from left to right: father, John McNamara ’68, mother and longtime assistant in the Athletic Department, Susie McNamara, JP, Theresa Waite, and officiate and sister of the groom, Melissa McNamara ’00.
Class of 2012 ▼ D.J. Morris continues his basketball career in Croatia, coaching for the Full Package AAU team.
Class of 2013 ▼ Kevin Hammarland and Liz Graff announced their engagement in January. “Who knew the person I’d ask to turnabout freshmen year would be the person I’d spend the rest of my life with.”
Class of 2007 ▶ Dr. Kate Lamberta is in her residency in pediatric neurology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She is currently doing a rotation in the ER, where they are also seeing more pediatric patients with COVID.
Class of 2014 ▶ Ryan Wolfe was selected as an Illinois District Winner for the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. He competes in the regional round in March.
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AALION Listing LIONFOR FORLIFE LIFE| Staff In Memoriam
In Memoriam God, grant eternal rest to these members of the Saint Viator and Sacred Heart of Mary community.
ALUMNI Keith Bendel ’77, November 15, 2020. Son of Leroy and Laverne Bendel; brother of Neil Bendel ’82. Catherine Doran Casciaro ’75, January 12, 2021. Daughter of the late William and the late Dorothey Doran; mother of Gia, Madeleine, and Gregory; sister of Timothy Doran ’73, Eileen Doran Urbanski ’78, Michael, John, and Billy. Jeffrey M. Comastro ’78, February 2, 2020. Son of Janet and Joseph Comastro Sr; brother of David ’80 and the late Joseph ’80 Comastro. Jim (James J.) Foy ’78, October 9, 2020. Son of the late James and the late Mairead Foy; father of James Foy; brother of Marykay Foy ’72 and Margaret Foy Shields ’75; former husband to Janine French Foy. John P. Harty ’75, November 20, 2020. Son of the late John and the late Edna Harty; brother of Kevin ’65, Kathleen ’71, Maureen ’78, the late Brendan, and the late Michael ’70 Harty. Chad Herringer ’80, April 30, 2020. Son of the late Bernard and the late Carol Herringer; husband of Emma Herringer; father of Nicholas, Christopher, and Michael Herringer, and Kelly Hugel; brother of Renee Herringer Muehlbauer ’83. Deborah Lekan Klein ’69, October 17, 2020. Daughter of the late Louis and the late Bernadette Lekan; sister of Chris Lekan, Gary Lekan, Betsey Leach, Jennifer Cusick, and the late Jeffrey Lekan. Richard Michael Martin ’70, December 3, 2020. Son of the late John and the late Laverne Martin; husband of Dona; father of Sofie ’09; brother of Linda, and the late Rose Jurgensen, the late John, the late Robert, and the late Maureen.
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Michael Mooney ’81, January 13, 2021. Son of the late George and the late Mary Kay Mooney; father of Daniel, Matthew, Joseph, Mary Kate, and Rachel; brother of John ’82, David ’88, and the late Patrick ’83 Mooney. Deacon Paul M. Oswald ’73, December 3, 2020. Son of the late Paul and the late Catherine Oswald; husband of Mary; father of Paul Jr. “PJ” and Ryan Oswald; brother of Michael, Kevin, Sean, Brian, Dennis, and the late Neil Oswald, and the late Colleen Hengst. Richard T. Reed ’67, September 21, 2020. Son of the late Howard and the late Margaret Reed; partner of Susan Clark; father figure to Wendy, Steve, Tom, and Amanda; brother of Nancy, Shelia, Judy, and Jimmy. Michael L. Reszke ’70, August 22, 2020. Son of the late Harold and the late Mary Lou; husband of Marta Jensen; step-father of Robert and Joseph Adams; brother of Bob ’73 and Paul Reszke. Thomas Schaefer ’70, December 12, 2020. Son of the late Albert and the late Margaret Schaefer; husband of Norma; brother of Mary Anne Schaefer Hirstein ’69, Barbara Johnson, Peggy Schaefer, and the late William ’67, the late James ’74, and the late Donna Schaefer. Lynn Ann Sophie ’70, November 2, 2020. Daughter of the late Kenneth Sr. and the late Ann Sophie; sister of Kenneth Sophie Jr. ’68, Jean Sophie Hake ’72 (Bill Hake ’71), Karen Sophie Locascio ’75 (John Locascio ’73), and Jill Sophie Reninger ’83. Christopher J. “CJ” Strzalka, Jr. ’13, November 9, 2020. Son of Mary Strzalka and Christopher J. Strzalka, Sr; brother of Matthew ’15, Grace ’17, and Elizabeth ’20; stepbrother of Daniel and Michael. Martha Van Wazer Stuppi ’70, October 3, 2020. Daughter of the late Lorraine and the late William Van Wazer; wife of Bruce Stuppi; mother of Erin and Sarah; sister of Mary Van Wazer Stang ’65, Margie Van Wazer Fischer ’68, the late Melissa Van Wazer Guenther ’71, and the late Monica Van Wazer Harnden ’74.
Michael James Valentine ’66, August 11, 2019. Son of the late Arthur and the late Shirley Valentine; husband of Ana; father of Lisa Grebius, Michael Valentine, and the late Jonathan Valentine; brother of the late Thomas Valentine. Dr. Girard William Weber ’68, November 11, 2020. Son of the late Margaret and the late Gerard Weber; husband of Mary Learch Weber ’70; father of Lauren, Jonathan, and Gregory; brother of Larry ’66, Margaret ’67, Ron, Don, Jeffrey, Glen, Chris, and Ann.
FAMILY James T. Allen, October 19, 2020. Husband of Patricia C. Allen; father of Janet Allen Hagen ’78, Susan Allen Tangney ’82, Jeanne Doruff, Diane Summers, Thomas Allen, Nanette Kuc, and Robert Allen. James C. Arena, August 22, 2020. Husband of Mary; father of Jamie Arena Lovings ’04 and Chris Arena; brother of Alan Arena and JoAnn Murphy, former Saint Viator Board of Trustees Member; uncle of Dan ’04 and Jim ’08 Murphy. Noreen R. Bober, October 20, 2020. Wife of Dennis Bober; mother of Dennis Bober ’79, Donna Bober, Vicki Galbavy, Kim Bober-Jaeger, and Lori Gillette. Patrick K. Callero, October 1, 2020. Husband of Deborah; father of Brian Callero, Jamie Callero (Maureen Flood Callero ’95), Matthew Callero ’98 (Meghan Flood Callero ’96), and Anthony Callero ’01 - Saint Viator Scanlan Center teacher; grandfather of Brendan ’20, Aidan ’22, and Kathleen ’23. Jean Casciaro, November 1, 2020. Wife of the late Ralph Casciaro; mother of Karen Casciaro ‘73, Gregory Casciaro ’74, Ralph Casciaro Jr. ’76, Kimberly Casciaro Roggensack ’77, John Casciaro ’79, and Richard Casciaro ’81. Janice Cawley, December 15, 2020. Wife of Martin Cawley; mother of Elizabeth Cawley Giarelli ’82, Kathleen Cawley Dolan ’86, and Kevin Cawley; grandmother of Matthew ’03 and Megan ’13 Giarelli.
Barbara Marie Chengary, December 23, 2020. Wife of Jim; mother of James ’85 and Daniel ’90 Chengary. Stephen M. Chmela, November 20, 2020. Husband of the late Camille Chmela; father of Michael Chmela ’74, Edward Chmela ’86, Mary Knapp, and Cathryn Duran. Ruth C. Cyrier, January 2, 2021. Wife of the late Donald; mother of Kathy Cyrier-Bizjack ’78, Mary Cyrier-Mason ’80, and Dennis Cyrier. Michael T. DeLord, November 2, 2020. Son of the late Ernest and the late Helen; father of Michelle DeLord; brother of Pamela DeLord Wagner ’66, Marsha DeLord Passannante ’68, Donna DeLord ’71, Ernest DeLord ’73, Dianna DeLord Ehrenfried ’75, Timothy DeLord, and the late Mary O’Shea. Geraldine M. “Jerry” Drevalas, September 15, 2020. Wife of the late Theodore Drevalas; mother of Ted Drevalas Jr., Michael Drevalas ’72, and the late Gerry Drevalas Alger ’77. Carl Philip Farina, November 19, 2020. Husband of Camille; father of Philip Farina ’94 and Michele Habich. June M. Gilfillan, October 1, 2020. Wife of the late Robert Gilfillan, and the late James O’Malley; mother of James ’69, Michael ’70, Joyce, Thomas, and Jill Gilfillan. James M. Gordon Sr., December 1, 2020. Husband of Karen Sauerland Gordon ’65; father of Deborah Melchert, Jim Gordon Jr., and the late Erick Gordon. Raymond A. Hafertepe, December 21, 2020. Father of Colleen Hafertepe Leibforth ’82 (Keith Leibforth ’82), Maribeth Hafertepe Philos ’83, Raymond Hafertepe ’85, and James Hafertepe ’87. Sarah Julia “Sally” Hake, January 4, 2021. Wife of the late Jack; mother of Bill ’71 (Jean Sophie Hake ’72), Terry, Tom, Brian, and John. Therese Herdrich, November 26, 2020. Wife of the late Dick Herdrich; mother of Pam Herdrich Weber ’70, Lynn Herdrich Garfinkel ’73, Nancy Herdrich Hook ’75, Rick Herdrich ’76, Laura Herdrich ’80, Mark Herdrich ’81, and the late Kathryn Herdrich ’68.
Marilyn S. James, December 10, 2020. Wife of the late David James; mother of Susan James Wilkin ’71, Barbara James Brownell ’78, Cynthia Francis, and Maureen Boll.
Gloria Rose La Berg, December 17, 2020. Wife of the late Col. Joseph La Berg; mother of John La Berg ’79 and Joanne Marie Talbot. Rosemary Lannoye, September 27, 2020. Wife of the late Jerry; mother of Denise, Carolyn, Jerry, Ann, and the late John Lannoye ’75.
Helena Jochaniewicz, January 6, 2021. Wife of Anthony; mother of Tony ’88, Kathryn ’91, and Alexander Jochaniewicz ’92.
Bert M. Lemieux, September 15, 2020. Husband of the late Frances; father of Michael Lemieux ’72, Jeanine Ellison, and Christine Crowcroft.
Charlene Anne Johnstone, September 21, 2020. Wife of Francis E. Jr. “Frank”; mother of Francis III “Buzz” ’85 and the late Andrew Thomas ’92.
Greg Lohman, September 27, 2020. Father of Jason ’00, Jon, and Justin Lohman.
Karen J. Kallman, December 5, 2020. Wife of David Kallman; mother of Donald ’04 and Daniel Kallman.
Virginia Therese Magnifico, November 13, 2020. Wife of the late Frank; mother of Maria Magnifico Ritchart ’71, Fran Magnifico Zenor ’75, and Paul Magnifico ’67.
Elizabeth Joyce Kelly, October 1, 2020. Wife of the late John; mother of Lisbeth Kelly ’70, Dana Kelly Burnell ’71, and John P. Kelly Jr. Joan H. Kieffer, September 20, 2020. Wife of the late Thomas F. Hughes, the late Don Peifer, and the late Don Kieffer; mother of Carol King (Tom King ’72), Terry Dick, Thomas Hughes, and Ruth Roeder; grandmother of T.J. King ’04 - Saint Viator counselor, Michael King ’08, and Brendan King ’10.
Fred A. Marnowski, December 28, 2020. Husband of Patricia; father of Jennifer Marnowski Egan-Fowler ’85, Lisa Marnowski Calabrese ’87, and the late Jeffrey Marnowski ’88. Perry Joseph Martiny, November 11, 2020. Son of Lillian and the late Donald Martiny; brother of Deanna Martiny Romness ’75, Scott Martiny ’77, and Peter Martiny.
Dean A. Kocina, October 14, 2020. Husband of the late Joan Kocina; father of Dru Kocina ’84, Jan Kocina, Pamela Kocina-Kerzman, Dina Blackmore, and the late Charles and Joseph Kocina.
Joseph Thomas McCormack Jr., December 9, 2020. Husband of Jeanne McCormack; father of William McCormack ’75, Kathleen Woloshyn, Margaret Fifield, Michael McCormack, Eileen Snick, and the late Nancy McCormack.
Helen A. Miller, October 19, 2020. Wife of the late Raymond; mother of Glen ’75 and Gary Miller. Daniel W. Neugebauer, September 17, 2020. Husband of Virginia; father of James Neugebauer ’80, Karen Neugebauer Yaeger ’82, Donna Neugebauer Adamek ’83, Susan Neugebauer Wittich ’86, Mark Neugebauer ’88, Brian Neugebauer ’91, and Anne Neugebauer Eckholt ’94; grandfather of Michael ’18 and Timothy ’20 Wittich. Karen A. O’Malley, January 13, 2021. Mother of Michael O’Malley ’03 and Matthew O’Malley ’08 (Emily Corrigan O’Malley ’08). Jean A. O’Reilly, October 22, 2020. Wife of the late Robert E.; mother of Mary O’Reilly Carpenter ’80, James O’Reilly ’82, and Kevin O’Reilly. Veronica Pettingill, December 21, 2020. Wife of the late Harry Pettingill; mother of Denise Claxton, Renee Moreno, Bruce Pettingill (Kathy Soger Pettingill ’79), and Scott Pettingill ’89; grandmother of Roy Pettingill ’13. Raymond Rackow, September 20, 2020. Husband of Gloria Helen Rackow; father of Kurt Rackow ’75 and Kathleen Rackow; grandfather of Alexander Rackow ’11. Jeanette (Smith) Ricci, October 7, 2020. Wife of Craig; sister of Stephen ’70, Lloyd ’72, Jeffery ’74, Kathleen ’75, and Patrick ’79 Smith. Robert F. Schafer, January 8, 2021. Husband of Kathryn Alice; father of Robert ’66, Mary ’68, assistant producer of Saint Viator musicals, Kathryn Schafer Costello ’70, longtime Saint Viator theater teacher and musical director, James ’73, and Ann Schafer Knipp ’74; grandfather of Jack ’99, Robert ’02, Paul ’05, and Philip ’09 Costello. Helen Irene Soper, September 12, 2020. Wife of the late Ralph F. Soper, Sr.; mother of Susan ’67, Ralph Jr. ’68, Daniel, Timothy, Josette Russon, and William.
Alumni Memorial Mass Even More Meaningful Despite not being able to gather in person, this year’s Virtual Alumni Memorial Mass was as moving and special as ever. Read more about the annual event at viatorians.com.
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Charles “Charlie” Stempien, October 3, 2020. Husband of Barb Stempien; father of Charlie Stempien Jr. ’92, Saint Viator girls basketball coach, Jeremy Stempien ’94, Michael Stempien
’97 (Dana Piovosi Stempien ’97), and Jim Stempien ’99. Mary Joynt Ward, January 10, 2021. Wife of the late William J. Ward; mother of Michael J. ’68, Patrick W. ’72, and Thomas J. Ward. Edwardine P. “Eddie” Wojek, October 6, 2020. Wife of late Vince; mother of Pat Wojek Zeman ’76, Pam Wojek McLoraine ’76 (Jack McLoraine ’75), Joan Wojek Butirro ’78, and Jean Dorsey.
FACULTY Bryant Bechtold, October 13, 2020. Son of Naomi and Marty Bechtold; brother of Bridget Ann Bechtold. Bryant’s mother Naomi was Saint Viator’s Director of Development from July 1991 through February 1993. Gary Douglas “Doug” Donoho, October 15, 2020. Husband of the late Charla; father of Todd Donoho, Kurt Donoho and Nina Gill. After working for District 214 for 35 years, Doug worked as a Saint Viator counselor from 2000 through 2007. William H. Faltinoski, December 7, 2020. Husband of Mary Joan Faltinoski; father of Betty Barnes and recently retired Bill Faltinoski, who served at Saint Viator for 38 years as art teacher and the Fine Arts department chairperson. Ann (Holda) Wiewel, November 30, 2020. Wife of Jeffry Wiewel; mother of Matthew Jeffrey Wiewel; sister of Edward Holda and the late Maxine Riemschneider. Ann worked as an earth science teacher at Saint Viator from 1980 through 1985.
May they go on living in their family and friends, in our hearts and minds, our courage and our conscience. “So long as we live, they too shall live, for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.”
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