In Memoriam

We extend our deepest sympathy to the families of the graduates and friends of St. Sebastian’s School whose deaths are reported with sorrow.

Honorable Paul D. Lewis ’58

Paul passed away on March 29, 2022. While at St. Sebastian’s, he played football, hockey and baseball, serving as captain of the baseball team his senior year. He was also a member of the Walrus staff, Debate Club and Science Club. Following St. Sebastian’s, he attended the College of the Holy Cross and Suffolk University Law School. Paul was a Professor at Bunker Hill Community College and Boston College. He was instrumental in setting up the Bail Project at the Suffolk County Jail and was an instructor at the Criminal Justice Training Academy in Southboro and lecturer at the National Institute of Corrections. He was appointed as a Justice of the Boston Juvenile Court by the late Governor Edward J. King in 1982, a position he held until his retirement in 2011. Paul is survived by his wife of 54 years, Anne Marie; children Peter ’89 and Timothy (predeceased by the late Paul D. Lewis Jr.); grandchildren Logan, Nolan and Bridget; and his brother, Arthur.

Peter McCue ’70

Peter passed away on February 1, 2022. During his days as an Arrow, Peter was an outstanding tennis player and was known for his courage, determination, and love of life. After graduation from Boston College in 1975, Peter had a distinguished professional career with the Xerox Corporation and rose through the ranks of Xerox into senior management, specializing in global accounts. Peter suffered from liver disease from the time he was very young and had a successful liver transplant in 1992. He went on to cofound the New England Chapter of the American Liver Foundation in 1997 that today continues to educate and impact those with liver disease. Peter was predeceased by wife Annie Casey in 2011. He leaves his daughter, Melissa Monahan, and beloved granddaughters, Charlie and Willow. Additionally, he is survived by siblings Mark ’71, Katie, Chuck and Maureen; many nieces and nephews, including Andrew ’07; his former wife, Amy Golov; and stepmother Margaret McCue.

Joseph A. Santarpio ’73

Joe passed away on February 17, 2021. He was an active athlete on Nonantum Hill, playing football and running track all four years. He also participated in Dramatics and served as a sacristan. Joe is survived by his wife, Amanda (Hogan); son Joseph; granddaughter Lilliana; and siblings Sheri and Edward ’80. He also leaves behind his devoted Aunt Ida Toro and many nieces and nephews.

John J. Sheehan ’70

John passed away on February 14, 2022. While at St. Sebastian’s, he was the captain of the football team, leading the Arrows to an undefeated season in the fall of 1969, and also played basketball and golf. In his senior year, he contributed to the Arrow yearbook as well as Dramatics. After his retirement, Jack, always a free spirit, took to the road. To quote his sister, Carol Sheehan, “his love of the outdoors was stronger than his suburban ties.” In addition to Carol, Jack is also survived by his sisters, Ellen and Nancy, and brothers Jim and Steve, as well as many nieces and nephews.

This listing contains deaths reported before July 7, 2022. To see a complete listing of alumni who have passed away within the past 12 months please go to www.stsebs.org/inmemoriam.

To report a death of a St. Sebastian’s alumnus or relative to the Advancement Office, please contact Kelsey Kane at kelsey_kane@stsebs.org.

Patricia J. Colton

Former Faculty Member

Pat passed away on January 27, 2022, at home and surrounded by her family, after a long illness. She worked at St. Sebastian’s from 1993 until her illness compelled her to retire in 2017. Pat was a beloved science teacher, as well as Director of the Middle School for many years. “An intelligent, talented, erudite, grounded, confident, faith-filled, gifted educator, Pat truly loved her students, their families, her colleagues, and all things science,” shared Headmaster Bill Burke.

Pat was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia and remained close to her parents’ roots while growing up in Toronto and Peterborough, Ontario. She met her husband, Tim, when they were both studying at Saint Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. She worked as a science teacher and administrator in Toronto before arriving at St. Sebastian’s. Pat had many close friends in Wellesley as well as in Canada and spent many happy summers on Manitoulin Island in Ontario with the Colton family. Her many interests included travel, bridge, gardening, cooking, reading and community work, particularly with the Saint John the Evangelist Parish. Pat was a role model to many for the courage and optimism she brought to everything she did, including her lengthy illness.

Pat is survived by Tim, her devoted husband of 53 years; two daughters, Patricia and Katharine Rose; four grandchildren, Robert, Laura, Sylvie and Everett; her sister, Maryelaine Welbourn; and nieces Candace and Tara.

ALUMNI RELATIVES & FRIENDS

Marjorie A. Bianchi

September 24, 2021 Mother of Robert ’67

Karen Callini

June 6, 2022 Mother of faculty member Carla Callini and aunt of Josef and Stefan Cressotti

Kevin Callanan

July 7, 2022 Son of Neil ’94 and nephew of Ean ’88

Richard Carolan

June 1, 2022 Father of Cathy Daniel, Trustee, and grandfather of Matthew ’15, Billy ’18, and Teddy ’20 Daniel

Thelma DeLeo

May 28, 2022 Mother of Michael ’72

Margaret Dray

March 24, 2022 Mother of Richard Jr. ’82

Ann M. Fish

March 16, 2022 Grandmother of Nicholas Price ’19 and Connor Crane ’25 and sister of the late John P. O’Hearn ’57

Kathryn Grande

January 27, 2022 Mother of Michael ’83 and Steve ’84 and grandmother of Steve’s son, Brian ’23

Carlton “Carl” Jones, Jr.

March 25, 2022 Father of Michael ’91

Ken Kelly

May 13, 2022 Father of George ’26

Helen Kennedy

February 09, 2022 Mother of Peter ’79, Chris ’82 and Justin ’84

Joan Kilcoyne

February 17, 2022 Mother of Brendon ’99

Claire McAuliffe

April 3, 2022 Wife of Andy ’48; mother of Andrew ’75, John ’78, the late Lawrence ’79, Ted ’81, Paul ’86 and Joanmarie Lee P’15,’21; grandmother of Andrew ’09, Paul ‘16, and Tommy ’23 McAuliffe, and Justin ‘15 and Michael ’21 Lee

John V. McManmon

February 26, 2022 Grandfather of John McManmon ’16, and Harrison ’18 and Neal ’24 Carlson

Joan Melaragno

October 13, 2021 Grandmother of Connor ’13 and Matthew ’08 Chabot

Regina Najarian

June 11, 2022 Mother of Sebu ’24 and Avi ’25

Elsie Stevens Norton

February 22, 2022 Wife of Dave Norton ’57

Elinor O’Neil

December 25, 2022 Grandmother of Ethan Merithew ’23

Barbara Shine

May 28, 2022 Grandmother of Peter Cimini ‘12

Rosemary Sortor

March 14, 2022 Grandmother of Sean ’09, Jake ’10, and Brian ‘13 O’Malley

Ronald V. Sylvester

February 14, 2022 Grandfather of Joseph ’22

Rose Mary Walsh

May 28, 2022 Mother of John ’72

Leaving a Lasting Legacy

St. Sebastian’s planned giving society was founded in the late 1990s and named in honor of the School’s first headmaster, Monsignor Charles D. McInnis, a devoted and beloved leader. The purpose of the Society is to recognize and honor the individuals and families who support St. Sebastian’s by making a gift by will (bequest) or other legacy gift to support the School.

There are many reasons members of our community choose to remember St. Sebastian’s in their estate plans. Some remember our School to say thank you for the education, athletics, and friendships they experienced here, while others are touched by the inclusive, nurturing community that strives to empower students for success in college and in life.

Please consider joining a growing number of alumni, parents and friends who haven chosen to remember St. Sebastian’s with a legacy gift, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of our students, teachers, and alumni community.

For more information about gift planning and including St. Sebastian’s in your estate plans, contact Rich Arms, Director of Advancement, at 781.247.0116 or richard_arms@stsebs.org or visit plannedgiving.stsebs.org.

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The ISL Championship varsity basketball team celebrates with Henry’s Corner after winning the NEPSAC Class A Quarterfinals against Trinity Pawling on March 2.

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