Founded by the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn in 1858
Dear Alumni and Friends,
I want to take this opportunity to recognize and offer my heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed to making this 30th Annual St. Francis Prep Golf Classic an incredible success! It is always “a breath of fresh air” to be out and about at a wonderful event like this once again.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Brother Gabriel O’Brien, O.S.F., President
Brother Damian Novello, O.S.F., Vice-President
Brother Leonard Conway, O.S.F., Secretary
Brother Geoffrey Clement, O.S.F.
Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F.
Reverend Elaine Flake
Mr. Michael Henning ‘57
André McKenzie, Ed.D.
Mr. Arthur McMahon H’04
Brother David Migliorino, O.S.F.
Mr. John Pereira ‘62
Ms. Joanne Persico ‘84
Mr. Gerald Scales ‘76
Offices of Alumni & Development
Bro. Robert Kent, O.S.F. H’96 Alumni Director
Robert T. Angeletti H’11 Director of Development
As I have said each year, we owe the success of this Golf Classic event to the hard work and dedication of so many participants, staff members and volunteers. In the end though, each year we come together with our Franciscan spirit and pride to honor some wonderful individuals and their families! And this year is no exception. My heartfelt gratitude and congratulations go to:
Ann Marie Rich and Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 & Jack Kiley ‘80
Ann Marie and the Kiley’s exemplify the best of our Franciscan tradition. They have helped us promote academic excellence, true sportsmanship, generosity, and service to others--traits that have distinguished the St. Francis Prep community since its founding in Brooklyn more than 160 years ago. Thank you for helping us carry on this legacy!
Also, thank you to all of our golfers, dinner guests, key sponsors, journal advertisers, and hole and tee sponsors, especially Lisa and Bob Adams ‘80, our overall Event Sponsors once again. This event was “sold out” within ten days of the event notice. And the commemorative journal is the largest we have seen in years. This is a reflection of your devotion and generous commitment to the Prep, as well as your warm feelings about our honorees. And our nearly 2500 students are very thankful for your support!
Finally, I want to express my gratitude to all the members of the SFP Alumni Board, the Golf Classic Committee and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. You work together to organize this event each year and I truly appreciate your efforts. Thank you!
Have a great day and a wonderful summer!
Yours in St. Francis,
Bro. Leonard Conway, O.S.F., President
THANK YOU TO OUR RAFFLE PRIZE SPONSORS
St. Francis Prep appreciates the generous raffle prize donations from:
Applebee’s Grill & Bar
61-48-188th St.
Fresh Meadows, NY
Austin Ale House 8270 Austin St, Kew Gardens, NY
Bay Bell Florist 43-06 Bell Blvd Bayside, NY
Blue Bay Diner
58-50 Francis Lewis Blvd, Oakland Gardens, NY
Bourbon Street 40-12 Bell Blvd Bayside, NY
Christie’s Hair Salon
23-64 Bell Blvd Bay Terrace, NY
Dario’s Restaurant 13 North Village Avenue Rockville Centre, NY
Donovan’s Pub
57-24 Roosevelt Ave. Woodside, NY
Fresh Meadows Pizza 195-06 69th Avenue
Fresh Meadows, NY
Golfzon Range by Leadbetter Rich McDonough, General Manager 655 Merrick Ave, Westbury, NY
Il Toscano 42-05 235th St. Douglaston, NY
Jeffrey GreenfieldNGL Group 112 Merrick Road Lynbrook, NY
Jimmy’s Trattoria 45-73 Bell Blvd. Bayside, NY
Laterna Restaurant 47-02 Bell Blvd Bayside, NY
L’Italiano Trattoria 216-01 Horace Harding Expressway, Bayside, NY
Local Pour House 213-11 41st Avenue Bayside, NY
Maria’s Mediterranean Seafood 38-11 Bell Blvd Bayside, NY
Monahan & Fitzgerald 214-17 41st Avenue Bayside, NY
Mythos Authentic Greek Cuisine 196-29 Northern Blvd. Flushing, NY
One Station Plaza 213-10 41st Avenue Bayside, NY
Orangetheory Fitness 41-19 Bell Blvd. Bayside, NY
Piccolo Sogna 195-14 47th Avenue Flushing, NY
QG Floral & Landscape 154-10 Cross Island Pkwy Whitestone, NY
Riviera Restaurant 17-12 Utopia Pkwy Whitestone, NY
Torigo ,Japanese Restaurant 196 Jericho Turnpike Floral Park, NY
Trattoria 35 Restaurant 213-15 35th Avenue Bayside, NY
Uncle Jack’s Steakhouse 39-40 Bell Blvd Bayside, NY
Veranda Restaurant & Café
208-01 Northern Blvd. Bayside, NY
Vivo! 210-10 Cross Island Pkwy. Bayside NY
Special thanks for the generous raffle prize donations from our St. Francis Prep alumni:
Wally Bishop, Charlie Casolaro, Irene and Nancy Demers, Nancy Donato, Alice Dunkak-Quinn, Deirdre McDonough, Michael Mongelli, Kevin O’Donnell, John Ryan, Larry Schiralli, Kathy Sciortino, Denise Tracey, and Bill Viscovich
“It Is In Giving That We Receive”
Ann Marie Rich
Varsity Softball Coach & Science Faculty Member
It takes stamina, dedication and grit to motivate high school students in the classroom and on a team. Teachers who are successful coaches have great passion and dedication. They are fully committed to their students success and often work “half days”—12 hours is half of the day! Ann Marie (Ditizio) Rich surely ranks among the greatest teachers and coaches. She maintains a positive outlook and manages a smile during the toughest days in the classroom and on the field.
Ann Marie graduated Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in 1982. She was gifted both academically and athletically as evidenced by her membership in the National Honor Society and participating in three sports-- cross country, basketball and softball-during her four years.
Upon graduating, she enrolled at St. Francis College and earned her Bachelor of Science- Physical Education-Teacher Training- K-12 in 1986. She continued her studies at Queens College where she earned a Master of Science- Physical Education- Exercise Specialist. In 1986, she began her career teaching at Bishop Loughlin High School where she was a member of the Health and Phys Ed department. At the same time (starting in 1987) she coached softball at St. Francis Prep. And when an opportunity opened
up in 1990, she joined the St. Francis Prep faculty and began teaching Biology and Human Anatomy while continuing to serve as the JV softball coach. She proved to be an excellent coach. Her teams won five Brooklyn/Queens Junior Varsity Championship and four JV City Championships. In 1995, Ann Marie became the Varsity coach--and has been at the helm ever since.
Under her tutelage she led the varsity team to seven Brooklyn/ Queens Championships, four City Championships and one State Championship. She was named “Coach Of The Year” five times and served as the Softball Commissioner from 2005-2014.
Service to the Prep Community Instilling discipline in and out of the classroom is important. But far more importantly, Ann Marie emphasizes
the importance our Franciscan mission and involves her teams in school sponsored service projects and outreach programs.
Ann Marie was inducted into the Girls Catholic High School Hall Of Fame in 2016. When word spread, a Terrier alumna who played on the softball team a decade earlier, expressed her gratitude for the great lessons she learned.
She wrote about how she sometimes disliked the long days in classroom that were followed by hours of physically challenging drills and practices on the field. She cited how the Coach Rich created an atmosphere and a team spirit that forged lasting bonds of friendships among the players. She recalled the times that Coach Rich challenged her and her teammates and held them all to a very high standard. She
said, “Coach Rich never accepted anything less than 100% from us all of the time.” That is something that she later realized was for her good and the good of the team. And she added, “I hope that someday my children get the opportunity to play for a coach like (Mrs. Rich ) who challenges them to work hard and give it 100%.
For the past two decades, Al Weinman has been along side of her on the softball team. He said, “By 7 A.M. on a game-day, Ann Marie is already working to prepare for the day’s game. Whether it’s about the lineup, player availability, or any other issues, she’s always on top of it.”
Al will tell you that what makes Ann Marie special is that she always puts her girls first. “She teaches her girls that win or lose unity, bond, and team are what matter most.” he said.
After every game or practice, Ann Marie returns home, after 9:00 P.M. and then begins her preparation for the next day. “These are the things nobody sees or can truly appreciate but it’s what makes Ann Marie a great coach, teacher, and colleague we have all grown to love.” Weinman said.
SFP Athletic Director, Sal Fischetti (Class of 1983) said, “Ann Marie is a longtime colleague of mine and I also consider her to be a very good friend. It is so wonderful that the Prep chose to honor Ann Marie in this way.”
Ann Marie and her wonderful husband, Kerry reside in Suffolk County with their adorable and faith dog, Leo!
Congratulations Ann Marie!
Activities, Accolades & Awards
• GCHSAA Softball Commissioner (2005-2014)- responsible for scheduling league games for all Brooklyn and Queens schools- Junior Varsity and Varsity programs.
• Coordinated the Brooklyn/Queens playoff and championship schedules along with the City Championship games (2005-2014).
• Compiled an over record of 24798 with seven (7) Brooklyn/Queens Championship titles (1996, ‘97, 2001, ‘03, ‘06. ‘08, and ‘14), four (4) NYC championships (’96, ’97, ‘06, and ‘08) , and one (1) NYS championship title (1997).
• Nominated Coach of the Year in 1996,‘97, 2005, ‘08, and ’14.
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• Mentor of Student Teachers- 2001, ‘11 and ‘12
• Admissions Committee member
• Middle States Evaluation Committee member
• National Honor Society Committee member
• Italian Club Moderator- Special Needs Party, Open House, and International Night
• Greek Club Moderator- Special Needs Party- Open House, and International Night
• Recipient of the St. Francis Prep award for Academic Excellence in Education
• Recipient of the 2010 Senator Frank Padavan Certificate of Merit2010 Teacher of Distinction
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80
St. Francis Prep is delighted to honor Jeannie and Jack at the 30th Annual Golf Classic! From their early days as Prep students, they have mirrored our Catholic, Franciscan ideals of active service, community involvement and sprituality.
Their First Meeting
Proms and Beyond
In Br. Robert Kent’s freshman social studies class, Jack was taken by Jeannie’s energy and intellect. Jeannie may have been perplexed by the saddle shoes. But it was a conversation sophomore year (on “East Middle”) that sparked the real interest. Jeannie was chatting with classmate Rich Waitkus and Jack joined in. When Rich left, the conversation continued. No doubt there were a few laughs and likely an early recognition of shared interests and perspectives. One of the greatest teams in SFP history was about to be formed.
The sophomore semi-formal must have gone well as they played it back for their junior and senior proms. Throughout high school, they found plenty of time for each other amid their jam-packed schedules as scholarathletes. For Jeannie, it was four years of varsity softball and cheerleading. Jack would play basketball (All City), soccer (All City), and run track, yet still speaks more of his time as second board on the chess team. We’re checking the record books to see how long his team’s 4 x 800 sophomore relay record stood.
CHERRY VALLEY CLUB, GARDEN CITY, NY • June 17, 2024
After senior year, it was off to college. Jean would attend the College of Mount St. Vincent on a full nursing scholarship while Jack set off to Amherst College, where he played four years of varsity basketball.
Post-graduate, Jeannie worked as an ICU nurse in the Bronx VA hospital as part of her scholarship program. Jack chose to defer law school to work with homeless youth at Covenant House, first in New York and then in Toronto. Geography posed but a surmountable challenge as it was clear to Jack and Jeannie that they were their best selves when they were with each other.
Marriage, Family & Careers
In 1986 they married, living in Queens initially and eventually Long Island. As Jack began his law career, Jeannie and Jack started a family. Their son Jack was quickly followed by Dan, Maureen, Maggie and Drew.
Sharing Their Time, Talents And Treasure
As if raising a busy, active family of five wasn’t enough, Jean and Jack became deeply involved in their parish, their children’s schools, and their community – just as their parents before them had done. Jack happily shares that he is now in the 27th year of his threeyear term as President of St. Anne’s CYO (no
one else wants the job!).
Professionally, Jack’s long career as an employment lawyer bracketed a multi-year stretch as CEO of a tech startup. Currently, he is a partner in the labor department of Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton. Jeannie returned to work when their children grew older, serving ten years as a school nurse at the Marymount School of New York.
Through their countless joys and occasional challenges, faith has been a constant in Jeannie and Jack’s life together. Not content to confine themselves to just Franciscan spirituality, they became involved with the Jesuit order through its multimedia enterprise. It was Jean who provided the introductions that found Jack serving on the America Media board. Together they supported the organization’s mission and traveled to the Holy Land on an extraordinarily inspiring pilgrimage.
It’s been four and a half decades since that first meeting at the Prep, yet Jeannie and Jack still love to do everything together, from crossword puzzles and watching sports, to hosting family and friends every chance they get.
Both avid golfers, they’ve taken trips to Scotland, California and Ireland, with more planned for the future. They still make plenty of time for their favorite foursome, their grandchildren: Jackson (John E. Kiley III), Bennett, Noah and Declan.
Perhaps nothing epitomizes the essence of Jeannie and Jack’s life together more than their home. It is invariably filled with family and friends, music (with Jack at the piano) and laughter, love and faith lived vibrantly in every aspect of their daily life. Where there is darkness they seek to bring light; where there is sadness they happily share their joy.
For their generosity of spirit, their vivid embrace of the best of Franciscan ideals, St. Francis Prep is thrilled to honor Jeannie and Jack at this year’s Golf Classic.
In Memory of Our Loyal Friend and Generous Benefactor
Peter Callahan ‘59
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic GOLD LEVEL
SPONSOR
Congratulations to our Teammate
Jean Colucci Kiley ‘80 and Honorees Jack Kiley ’80 and Ann Marie Rich
Jean Colucci Kiley
Varsity Softball 1977- 1980
City Champs 1979
League Batting Average Leader 1980
LeeAnn Canavan Black ‘79
Debbie Strack Cregan ’79
Mary Beth Colucci ’79
Lori Mitchell Costello ’80
Karen Haag ‘80
Leslie Varska Loiacono ‘79
Ginny Peiser ’79
Barbara Millard Rederscheid ’78
“On For Ol’ St. Francis”
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to the Honorees
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations Jeannie and Jack on a very well-deserved honor and for exemplifying the Franciscan Spirit in everything you do.
Go Terriers, Lord Jeffs and Lions!
The Mastropasqua Family
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to Jean & Jack Kiley ‘80 and Ann Marie Rich!
Thanks for all you do for St. Francis Prep!
Alice Dunkak Quinn ‘79 & Colin Quinn ‘77 On for Ol’ St. Francis
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Best Wishes to our 2024 Honorees
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 & Jack Kiley ‘80 and Ann Marie Rich
The LeMonda Family
James ‘75
Eileen ‘78, HOF ‘02
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
Gerry Scales
Class of 1976 Hall of Fame 2006
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to our Teammate
Jean Colucci Kiley ‘80 & Honorees Jack Kiley ‘80 & Ann Marie Rich
The St. Francis Prep Cheerleaders 1979-1980
LeeAnn Canavan Black, Nancy Zollner Ferraris, Alice Dunkak Quinn, Joan Devaney Spillane, Kathy Masterson, Ellen Hyland White
On for Ol’ St. Francis, On Red & Blue
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic
Silver LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to our Outstanding
Honorees
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
Wally Bishop ‘80 and Michael Mongelli ‘79
Honoring our Brooklyn heritage and commemorating the amazing move from 186 North 6th Street in Williamsburg to 6100 Francis Lewis Blvd in Fresh Meadows to become a great co-ed institution--and the largest, private Catholic high school in the country!
RUSSO’S ON THE BAY
Details On Seating, Pricing, Sponsorships, Gala Honorees and Programming (Including Outstanding Entertainment) will be forthcoming later this Summer ...Stay Tuned!
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic Silver LEVEL SPONSOR
We are proud to support the St. Francis Prep Annual Golf Classic Congratulations and Best Wishes to our good friends Jack & Jean Kiley!
The DiPrisco Family
Joe ‘78 & Noreen
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic Silver LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to these well-deserving honorees
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
Bob Hamilton ‘80
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic Silver LEVEL
SPONSOR
Congrats to Jean & Jack Friends, Classmates, Neighbors and Teammates
Thank you for everything you do for the Prep
Sean, MaryAnn, Owen, Nolan and James Prendergast
St. Francis Prep • 30th Annual Golf Classic Silver LEVEL SPONSOR
Congratulations to our dear friends Jean and Jack Kiley on receiving this well-deserved award.
With their strong faith in mind, they have an unwavering dedication to make a difference in their community and are shining examples for others!!
Love, Nick, Cathy, Grace, and Clare DeMartini
Congratulations to Prep’s Softball Coach and CHSAA Hall of Famer
Ann Marie Rich
BEST WISHES
Congratulations to Jean Colucci and Jack Kiley and
Ann Marie Rich
For your continued support of the Prep and our students
Your colors stream brightly
With appreciation
Bob & Anna Waegelein
St. Francis Prep Athletics Department Congratulates
Thanks for all that you do for our student athletes!
Ann Marie Rich
Congratulations to
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 & Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
John ‘62 & Terry Pereira
Congratulations to our Honorees for their years of devotion and service to St. Francis Prep!
Charles J. Casolaro, Esq. Class of 1988
Dan Duffy H’03
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Congratulations
to 2024 Honorees
Jack & Jean Colucci-Kiley ’80
Classmates of Endicott College President
Steven R. DiSalvo, Ph.D.
Congratulations to our Honorees
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
Pat & Terry-Ann Goulard ‘84
Congratulations to
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Marie Rich
Joseph ‘92 & Robert ‘90 Vona
Ann
Congratulations to the 2024 Golf Classic Honorees:
Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 & Jack Kiley ‘80 and
Ann Marie Rich
In
memory of Coach Tom Finn
The Finn Family
Congratulations to the Honorees
Thomas J. Gaffney ‘81 and Family
Congratulations To Our Friends
JEAN COLUCCI KILEY &
JACK KILEY
Eileen Lynch and John Kelly
Best Wishes to the Honorees
Congratulations Jack and Jean Class of 1980
John & Maureen Keene ‘80
Patrick Mullaney ‘94
Congratulations to our 2024 Honorees Jean Colucci-Kiley ‘80 and Jack Kiley ‘80 and Ann Marie Rich
Thank you for being SFP Mission-Focused!
Kathy & Pat ‘73 McLaughlin
High School is Four Years; St. Francis Prep is Forever!
Congratulations to the extraordinary Jean and Jack Kiley Class of 1980
We celebrate an honor well-deserved. More important, we are grateful to have a long-tenured front row seat witnessing your powerful embodiment of Franciscan Spirituality. Here’s to many more years being stuck with each other. With love and admiration,
Ann & Tom White ‘80 & Family/Kiley Fan Club
Best
Wishes to the Honorees
Dr. Ronald Gentile
Class of 1983
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Coach Ann Marie Rich and Jack & Jeannie Kiley from your friends at Triangle Auto Body & The D’Andrea Family
John Ryan Class of 1981
Congratulations to the Honorees
Larry Carbone ‘81 and Family
CPS Inc. An Optical, Dental & Hearing Benefits Provider For Over Forty Years is Proud to Support SFP
Eddie Boles ‘81 President
CONGRATULATIONS
ANN MARIE RICH
The Williams Family
Rob, Nancy, Sarah (‘18) & Robbie (‘21)
Congratulations to the Honorees
Luke & Lisa Pantaleo Class of 2005
Congratulations to the Honorees
Nicholas Pantaleo Class of 2001
“Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace.”
-St. Francis of Assisi
FAITH IN THE FUTURE
Billy Dobranski ‘77
I’d like to Congratulate my lovely wife on this wonderful day & well-deserved honor!
Your loving husband, Kerry
Congratulations to our friend
Ann Marie Rich
We are so inspired by your hard work & dedication to SFP.
The students, parents and faculty are lucky to have you.
Enjoy this well-served honor!
We love you, The Leary’s, O’Hara’s, Spadaro’s, Owen’s, O’Keefe’s, Giberto’s, Loretta and The Brady Bunch
In Loving Memory of Michael Gebert ‘11
Congratulations Mrs. Rich!
The St. Francis Prep Softball Coaching Staff
Special Thanks to the SFP Golf
Classic Committee
Charles Casolaro ‘88 and Alice Dunkak-Quinn ‘79 Co-Chairs
