April 2011 Volume 61, Number 3

Wrestlers Win Five State Titles page 12 Academy Dr. James Quaid Appointed Marmion Headmaster

Abbot John Brahill OSB ‘67, president Dr. Quaid comes to Marmion with an of Marmion Academy, has appointed extensive background in Catholic edu- Dr. James Quaid as the new Headmas- cation having served as teacher and ter effective July 1, 2011. Dr. Quaid administrator at Fenwick High School will fill the position left by current for twenty-one years and most recent- Headmaster John Milroy ‘79 who is re- ly as the Associate Superintendent of locating to Seattle WA this summer to Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago. serve as Head of School at Villa Acad- emy in Seattle. “I am looking forward to this tremen- dous opportunity. Marmion Academy’s “Dr. Quaid is a practicing Catholic commitment to providing an outstand- and a professional educator in the best ing and balanced education is well- John Milroy ‘79 Dr. James Quaid sense, totally committed to the mis- known (academics, leadership and sion of Catholic education as well as spiritual formation),” states Dr. Quaid. to the mission of Marmion Academy,” said Abbot John. “He “I have visited the school a number of times, including State combines the qualities of being an educator of vision as well accreditation visits, and have always been impressed with as being able to deal with the day-to-day realities of running how well this community carries out its mission. I am espe- a school. His past education and experience in Catholic edu- cially excited about working with the Benedictines, because cation, especially his many years at Fenwick High School in I respect and admire their traditions and am inspired by the Oak Park make him uniquely qualified to lead Marmion in tremendous support they have for the school.” the coming years. I am confident that Dr. Quaid will contin- ue the excellent work that Mr. Milroy has done during these A full article on Dr. James Quaid will appear in the August past eight years as Headmaster.” issue of the Marmion Magazine. To view the press release on the appointment, visit www.marmion.org‰

MARMION The News Magazine Seminario San José of Marmion Abbey and Academy

April 2011 Volume 61, Number 3 2010 Graduates

MARMION (USPS 330-520) is published four times a year in January, April, August and November by Marmion, 1000 But- terfi eld Road, Aurora IL, 60502-9742. Second Class postage paid at Aurora IL 60507. Free subscription.

Publisher: Rt. Rev. John Brahill OSB ‘67

Editor: Rev. Charles Reichenbacher OSB ‘59

Associate Editor: Madelyn T. Weed

Contributing Writers: Madelyn T. Weed Rev. Charles Reichenbacher OSB ‘59 Dan A. Howell Carmen P. Freda Adam Voirin ‘02

Contributing Photographers: Madelyn T. Weed Jim Newport Brian Cole ‘81 è COVER PHOTO The twelve graduates of the Seminario San Jos Class of 2010 were by Madelyn Weed awarded their diplomas from Abbot John Brahill OSB ‘67 on October Coach Dean Branstetter with the wresting team’s fi ve individual State Champions: Johnny Jimenez (103), Jered Cortez (112), George Fisher 8. During the Graduation Mass Abbot John reminded the graduates of (118), Ben Whitford (130) and Bryce Brill (135). their responsibility to continue their education and to serve the Church and the people of Guatemala in the future. He mentioned to them that

ADDRESS CHANGES: although the effort to receive a good education requires sacrifi ces on MARMION MAGAZINE their part, in the long-run they will be better qualifi ed to contribute to Editor Phone: (630) 897-6936, Ext. 266 Marmion Academy FAX: (630) 897-7086 their country and to the Church. Of the twelve graduates, four of them 1000 Butterfi eld Road E-mail: [email protected] are planning on entering into religious life and the others will continue Aurora IL 60502-9742 Web Site: www.marmion.org their studies at one of the universities in Guatemala. The school began its 46th academic year on January 13 with an enrollment of 112 students‰ 2 Campaign Marmion Campaign Marmion Surpasses Goal

By Fr. Charles Reichenbacher OSB ‘59 Support Leadership Programs that Build Character Director of Development and Instill Discipline The Gerard and Robyn Dempsey Family JROTC Center in Campaign Marmion: Honor the Past by Securing the Future was Benkert Hall was dedicated in 2010 in recognition of a Cam- a grand success! With a goal of $25 million, over $26.9 million paign gift of $250,000 from the Gerry and Robyn Dempsey ’61 in gifts/pledges were raised. More endowment funds now family. New endowment funds were also established with secure the future and campus improvements strengthen the gifts totaling $225,000 to support the JROTC and the L.E.A.D. academic and athletic programs. Marmion is most grateful leadership programs. for the 2,863 donors who contributed in the last five years to Campaign Marmion! Contemporary Facilities to Support the Academic and Extracurricular Programs Strengthen Marmion’s Catholic and Benedictine Ethos 1. Improve the Campus Infrastructure Jim and Dorothy Hughes of Elburn created the James P. and Campus infrastructure improvements were completed in Dorothy Hughes, Sr. Abbey Seminarian Endowment Fund 2008 at a cost of $3.5 million. This critical work was neces- with a $1 million gift to help underwrite the seminary costs of sary for any subsequent campus developments. Included was monks studying for the priesthood. Other new endowment a new road system and increased parking, new campus exte- funds assist the monks to attend graduate schools and obtain rior lighting and electrical service, new water lines and a new on-going professional development. storm water management system. The Monks of Marmion pledged $1 million from the future sale of some farm property. The Student Chapel of St. Edward and St. Ann in the Acad- emy’s Benkert Hall was renovated and is the daily center of 2. Expand and Improve Playing Fields prayer and worship for the students and faculty/staff. Once New athletic facilities were needed to accommodate enroll- a month All-School Masses are celebrated with the monks in ment growth and continue Marmion’s commitment to quality the Abbey Church. participation in multiple athletic activities. Marmion com- petes in eleven I.H.S.A. sports, plus lacrosse, rifle team and The Antoinette Arndt Campus Ministry Center was estab- drill team. There are now two new baseball fields and eight lished in Benkert Hall. The late Antoinette Arndt is the mother new tennis courts. Two new soccer fields were constructed of Donald Arndt, Jr. ’58 and grandmother of Donald Arndt III and the football practice areas were rebuilt. Through a gener- ’84 and Todd Arndt ’88. The Arndt family established a new ous grant of $125,000 from the Alumni Association field light- endowment fund to help underwrite the retreat programs, ing was added to Ficthel Field. peer ministry, social justice and service projects. Their total gifts and matching gifts total $500,000. 3. Build New Facilities for Extracurricular Programs The Regole Field House (to be completed in August 2011 at a Attract a Talented and Diverse Student Body cost of $5.5 million) will complement the over-worked gym- Over $2,275,000 was donated for student financial assistance nasium, now named Alumni Hall. The Field House is named to help deserving students attend Marmion Academy. The for Edward and Vivienne Regole ’50 and his parents, the late lead gift was a $1.4 million bequest from the estate of Dr. Al Gertrude and Maurice Regole of St. Charles. Their gifts of $6 Chione ’32 of Morton IL to establish the Dr. Alfred G. and million underwrote the construction. Mary A. Chione ’32 Memorial Student Assistance Endow- ment Fund. To strengthen Marmion’s talented student body The Regole Field House (30,000 sq. ft.) will have space for mul- over $250,000 in new academic scholarship gifts were added to tiple games, practices and activities, and allow students to get new or existing endowment funds. home at a decent hour of the evening. It will accommodate sports, military formations and practices, off-season condi- Provide Professional Development for Great Teachers tioning and large assemblies and activities. Over $300,000 was donated to establish new endowment funds to help underwrite faculty workshops, conferences and Alumni Hall will remain Marmion’s auditorium and competi- institute days for their professional development. tion gymnasium for basketball games and wrestling matches. It was recently renovated with new bleachers that now seat Strengthen a Challenging College-Preparatory 1,400, new baskets and scoreboards, and a reconditioned hard- Curriculum wood floor. The Edward and Vivienne Regole ’50 Science Center was con- structed on the top floor of the Yender Hall classroom building Increase Endowment and Annual Fund at a cost of $2.5 million. Edward and Vivienne Regole ’50 of St. The Academy’s Endowment Funds have increased to over $9 Charles made the lead gift of $1.5 million. The Regole Science million because of Campaign Marmion. They currently sup- Center contains four new science laboratories, two general sci- port 7.8% ($475,000) of the $6.2 million operational budget. ence laboratories, two lecture rooms and the science depart- The Annual Fund supports operational costs, financial assis- ment office. A new computer system and electronic teaching tance grants to deserving students, special gifts for academic aids support these facilities. and extracurricular programs, and underwrites the fund rais- ing and public relations expenses of the Development Office. ‰ Over $5 million was donated to the Annual Fund in 5.5 years 3 Abbey Br. Anselm Mangano OSB Brother Anselm Mangano, O.S.B., age 69, 198819 he served his brother monks as their chef. died peacefully in the Lord on December 14, InIn 1977 he also was appointed Superintendent 2010 at the Abbey, attended by his brother ofof Grounds, responsible for the maintenance of monks and his family. He is survived by the theth Abbey grounds, a position he held until his members of his monastic community and death.d From 1992 to 2004 he served as Associate his brothers and sisters: Dolores Finnegan, DirectorD for the novices and junior monks of the Philip (Connie), Joseph (Ellen), Caroline, An- Abbey.A He also was Subprior of the Abbey, the thony (Christine), Frances and Mary (Robert) thirdth superior in rank. In the 1990s, Br. Anselm Kacprowicz, and many nephews and nieces. servedse as a dormitory supervisor in the residen- He was the fi fth of eight children of the late tialti program of Marmion Academy. For the past Lawrence and Josephine Mangano of Chi- twelvetw years he was the custodian and sacristan cago. ofof the Abbey Church.

Br. Anselm was born in Chicago on August InIn 2004 Br. Anselm was diagnosed with cancer 22, 1941 and was baptized Lawrence in Our andan his health began to seriously deteriorate, yet Lady of Sorrows Basilica. He received his heh continued to be faithful to his prayer and com- elementary education at Presentation School munitym life and to his duties. Throughout his life and graduated from Holy Trinity High School heh had a great love for the outdoors, a love that in 1960. In 1962 he entered Marmion Abbey 1941 ~ 2010 he shared often with others. and professed his fi rst vows on June 15, 1963, taking the name Anselm. He made perpetual During the past ten years he was a leader in profession of vows on May 30, 1967. Marmion Academy’s Kairos retreat program for its senior students and was highly regarded by the students. Br. An- Br. Anselm served Marmion Abbey and Academy in many selm will be missed by his monastic brothers, family mem- ways during his monastic life of 47 years. From 1963 to bers and his many, many friends‰

Fr. George Glover OSB Father George Glover, O.S.B., age 66, died on June 10, 1988 at Annunciation Church in Au- peacefully in the Lord on February 22, 2011, rora.ro Shortly thereafter he earned a Master’s at the Abbey, attended by his brother monks. DegreeD in educational administration from Mar- He is survived by the members of his monas- quettequ University. tic community and many nieces and neph- ews. He was the last living member of the AfterA his ordination Fr. George served at Marmion seven children of the late Arthur and Clara AcademyA as a teacher of history and philosophy, Mae Glover. andan later as College Guidance Counselor and AcademicA Dean. He served his monastic commu- Fr. George was born in Piedmont AL on nityn as Prior of the Abbey from 1992 – 1994. He December 31, 1944, and named Robert. Al- alsoal served as Vocation Director from 1989 – 1991 though baptized a Southern Baptist, he was andan as Oblate Director from 2000 – 2004. welcomed into the Roman Catholic Church in 1965 and received the Sacrament of Confi r- InIn 2002 Fr. George was appointed pastor of St. mation in 1966. Fr. George earned a Bachelor Peter’sP Church, Aurora, a position he held until of Arts degree in philosophy at Conception SeptemberSe 2009 when he was appointed pastor Seminary College, Conception MO, and later of Annunciation Church in Aurora. He held this served his country in the United States Air positionp until his death. During the later years of Force from 1969 - 1971. hish priestly ministry he found much joy in serv- 1944 ~ 2011 ing the faithful of his parishes in the pastoral He entered Marmion Abbey in 1983 and pro- ministry. He will be fondly remembered for his fessed his monastic vows on August 6, 1984, folksy, down to earth, Southern humor and direct taking the name George. He was ordained to the priesthood manner of relating to others‰

4 Abbey Barn Allows for New Services at Abbey Farms By Adam Voirin ‘02 If you are interested in helping Abbey Farms complete the Abbey Farms Manager barn project, please contact me or Fr. Charles Reichenbacher OSB ‘59 at (630) 897-6936 or donate online at www.marmion. The Barn has gone up at Abbey Farms, but the work is org. We thank you in advanced for your generosity, kindness far from done. To date, through generous support from and support‰ Marmion friends and alumni, we have raised $40,000 to con- struct the barn. However, there is a need for another $30,000 to fi nish the project. The fi nal barn is not only storage for our farm equipment, but also a seasonal store and educational center for our Christmas Tree and Fall Festival operations. Farm Fresh Herbs

The seasonal store will offer unique, one of a kind items such as an annual Marmion Christmas ornament and other gift items not found anywhere else. Also, the Abbey Farms store will host local artisans offering local art, pottery, bird houses and more. During Christamas Tree operations, the seasonal store will serve as a warming center. The Abbey Farms store will function as Santa’s headquarters for visits by our young customers, an Abbey Farms tradition from the past.

The fi nished space will also serve as an educational center. The educational center is a necessity for our new annual Fall Festival. It is needed for those cold, rainy days and will allow for more fi eld trips from the surrounding community, espe- Did you ever want fresh herbs but do not have the time or cially during inclement weather. The educational center will space to grow them? Need a special something to spice up also be our ‘home base’ for our operations: where children your favorite dish? Or looking for new and exciting ways to can learn about being a monk, how trees grow and many wake up your taste buds? other fun classes. This year, look no further than Grandma’s Garden at Abbey The Abbey Farms Barn is part of our fi ve-year plan to make Farms, open every Wednesday till noon. Stop on by and pick the Farm more accommodating to the public and allow us to herbs from our huge variety of fresh herbs for you to take expand our business. The barn is only part of our plan, but home and use! There is no set cost, but donations are welcome it is an essential building block that we need to complete as and will help keep the garden going! We hope to see you this soon as possible. year at Grandma’s Garden‰

Need a change of habit? ? Ever consider a vocation at Marmion Abbey?

Job 29:14 says “I put on righteousness and it

clothed me.” Righteousness simply means “right-standing”. It gives you the right to stand in the presence of God without fear or con- demnation. We are to wear Jesus everywhere we go. We are to look like Him, walk like Him, talk like Him, act like Him. We are to be Jesus to others. We are to wear Jesus so well that no one will notice the difference – to be in Him and let Him be fully in us.

Consider your vocation as a Benedictine Monk at Marmion Abbey. Contact: Director of Vocations at 630-897-7215 ext. 341 or visit the vocations website at: http://www.marmionvocations.org/ 5 Salute to Youth Fr. Vincent Bataille OSB to be Honored at Salute

The 49th annual Salute to Youth Dinner-Dance is scheduled for Saturday, April 16, 2011 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Ter- race. The ticket price is $325 per person. An attendance of over 750 is expected. The theme for this year’s dinner is The Valor of Service. The chaircouple for the event is Chuck and Linda Anderson, assisted by the Vice-Chaircouple John and Carmen Cordogan.

The benefi t is sponsored by Marmion’s Board of Trustees and assisted by the Parents’ Club. Committee chairs include: Da- vid York, Promotions; Donna Hymel, Program; Diane Cole, Court of Honor; Zoe Knudtson, Guard of Honor; Eileen Kanute, Invitations; and Brenda Cano, Arrangements.

All Marmion alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty and friends are invited to share in an evening of elegance and friendship, and become part of Marmion’s most admired tra- dition.

The reception is from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, with dinner and danc- HeadmasterH d t JJohn h MilMilroy ‘79 with ith SSalute l t tto YYouth th 2011 ChChaircouple i l ing in the Grand Ballroom from 7:30 pm to 12:00 am. Chuck and Linda Anderson and Vice-Chaircouple John and Carmen Cordogan. The theme for this year’s benefi t is “The Valor of Service.”

The Greg Thompson Orchestra will perform music for the YYouou ccanan lleaveeave yyourour evening. The highlight of the benefi t is the presentation of the Guard wwalletallet aatt hhomeome and Court of Honor (Marmion seniors and the young ladies they escort). With the young men in their tuxedos and the young ladies in their elegant white gowns, this presentation YYourour tticketicket iiss aall-inclusive!ll-inclusive! ceremony is a unique Marmion tradition.

Salute to Youth is a unique benefi t where your ticket is all you This year’s Salute to Youth will will need. Once you enter Drury Lane’s Grand Ballroom, enjoy honor Fr. Vincent Bataille OSB for his service to the Academy the evening. There are no raffl es or auctions! and Abbey during his eighteen- Your Salute Ticket includes: year tenure as Abbot. A sponsorship program helps Reception underwrite the expenses of the Bountiful Hors d’ Oeuvres evening so the dinner income Premium Open Bar can go directly to fund the edu- cational programs of the Acad- Dinner emy. 5-Course Gourmet Meal For additional information on the Dinner Wine Salute to Youth Dinner Dance visit Fr. Vincent Bataille OSB Presentation of the Court & Guard of Honor www.marmion.org/academy/devel- Sweets Table opment.

Dancing To purchase a dinner ticket or participate in the Salute to Music by the Greg Thompson Orchestra Youth Sponsorship Program, contact the Development Offi ce Premium Open Bar at (630) 966-7644 or email [email protected]‰

($227 of the $325 ticket price is tax deductible)

6 Abbot Marmion Society Benefactors Honored at NEW LIFE MEMBERS Annual Mass and Dinner George E. and Carol Alewel The 38th annual Mass and Dinner of the Abbot Marmion Society, James S. and Kris Anderson Marmion’s gift club, was held on November 13, 2010. The dinner Stephen A. and Susie Anderson honored Marmion benefactors who established new Endowment Michael and Ellenore Angelidis Funds, became new Life Members and Sustaining Members, or Michael P. and Kara Bryan ’82 who have moved up to a higher gift category. J. Brad and Dru Ann Childress ’74 Dr. Thomas L. and Susan Choice Three named Endowment Funds were announced and portrait COL (Ret.) Alan C. and Regina Esser, USA ’46 plaques were presented to the donors or their families. These Joseph A. Fraser ’78 each represent a funding level of over $20,000. Richard M. and Kathleen Furgason Michael J. and Julie Garofalo New Life Memberships were conferred on thirty-one individuals/ couples, representing $10,000 or more in single or cumulative gifts Michael C. and Joyce Halles to the Abbey, Academy or Guatemala Mission. John S. and Patricia Heneghan Andrew D. and Diane Marek Sustaining Memberships Michael K. and Mary Jane Murphy ’77 were conferred on sixty- James P. and Deborah Naughton ’69 six individuals/couples/ Occidental Foundation businesses at a $1,000 a year Michael J. and Brenda Palmatier ’81 level in single or cumula- Dr. Kenneth R. and Marian Pitz ’74 tive gifts. Libby Scanlan and Doug Cheatham Joseph L. and Miriam Schaefers ’57 For more information on +Thomas V. and +Marie Shea (Bequest) Marmion’s donor recog- nition programs includ- Michael H. and Karen Siemer ing the Abbot Marmion Arthur and Diana Toney Society and Canterbury Jont and Anne Tyson Society please visit www. Jeffrey T. and Renee Walan ’61 marmion.org/academy/de- Edward J. and Cristie Walker ’88 Fr.Fr JoelJoel RRippingerippinger OSB wwelcomedelcomed neneww AbboAbbott velopment or contact Fr. Douglas M. and Dr. Ann West Marmion Society Sustaining Members (l-r) Charles Reichenbacher Theodore F. Wickord Daniel Dalton ‘04 and Brian Greviskes ‘04 at OSB at (630) 897-6936 Kevin P. and Stacey Wood ’85 the annual dinner on November 13. Ext.242‰ Emily Zilly NEW ENDOWMENT FUNDS

THOMAS V. AND MARIE SHEA MEMORIAL FINANCIAL AID ENDOWMENT

THOMAS J. AND SHARON STREIT ‘58 FACULTY ENDOWMENT

SSharon and Thomas Streit ‘58 received ttheir Endowment Plaque. A copy of each Abbot Gerald Benkert OSB welcomed pplaque hangs on the wall in Marmion’s dear friends of Marmion Leonora Weber DDevelopment Offi ce. and her son Thomas Weber ‘67. 7 Academy Seniors Earn Academic Honors National Merit Scholarship Finalist Bennett Marsh is co-captain of the Math Team and Cross Country Team. He is a member of the Marmion Chapter of the National Honor Society, the Leadership Education and Development Executive Team and the Track Team (placing 8th in the State in 3200 M his junior year).

Illinois State Scholars

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) has named thirty-seven Marmion seniors (30% of the class) Illinois State Scholars. The following Marmion students are among the 17,335 graduating seniors from 749 high schools across the state to Trevor Boone Alex Caton Cole Gleason Bennett Marsh receive this honor: George Bardenheier, Trevor Boone, Spencer Buyansky, Alex Caton, Michael Conway, Matthew Frost, Cole Seniors Trevor Boone, Alex Caton, Cole Gleason and Bennett Gleason, Edward Grahovec, Benjamin Kanute, Henry Kinane, Marsh have received Finalist recognition in the 2011 National Evan Kline-Wedeen, Evan Lefelstein, Chaz Leonard, Mitch Merit Scholarship Competition. They are now eligible to Loehmann, Eric Lutz, Edward Malnar, Bennett Marsh, Nathan compete for some 8,400 Merit Scholarship awards worth over O’Brien, Connor O’Dea, Sam Rebenstorf, Tim Roche, Jacob $36 million. Stein, Connor Vass, Jake Winkel, John York and Michael Zolfo.

Trevor Boone is co-captain of the Math team and a member of the Marmion Chapter of the National Honor Society, French National Honor Society National Honor Society, as well as the JROTC and Peer Minis- try programs. He attended the 2010 summer seminar for top The following seniors are members of the Marmion Chapter of engineering prospects at Purdue University and was the 1st the National Honor Society: George Bardenheier, Trevor Boone, place winner of the Summer Robotics Competition at Lawrence Spencer Buyansky, Alex Caton, Michael Conway, Michael Tech University in 2009. Currie, John Duguay, Michael Ferrer, Matthew Frost, Michael Gerold, Graham Glasgow, Cole Gleason, Edward Grahovec, Alex Caton is Battalion Commander of the JROTC Corp of Charles Greener, Christopher Hebert, Sean Howard, Benjamin Cadets and is a member of the Marmion Chapter of the Na- Kanute, Henry Patrick Kinane, Evan Kline-Wedeen, Matthew tional Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Campus Ministry, Kluber, Ryan Kolka, Dennis Koranda, Evan Lefelstein, Chaz Flannigan Rifl es Drill Team, Jazz Ensemble and serves as a Leonard, Mitch Loehmann, Eric Lutz, Edward Malnar, Bennett Student Ambassador. Marsh, Kelan McDonnell, Nathan O’Brien, Connor O’Dea, Nathan Pacer, Sam Rebenstorf, Tim Roche, Thomas Rogers, Cole Gleason is a member of the Marmion Chapter of the Travis Siwiec, Colin Smith, Jacob Stein, Michael Tavierne, Con- National Honor Society, Math Team, Life Group, Art Club nor Vass, James Weiler, Grant Wilson, Jake Winkel, John York and the JROTC Program. and Michael Zolfo‰ Math Team Ranked First in State The Marmion Math Team took 1st Place, and was awarded the #1 overall State ranking in Division 2A, at the ICTM Regional Math Contest at North Central College and are now heading into the State Finals! This is the first time in the history of the program that Marmion has been ranked #1 in the State. Also, in taking 1st Place at Regionals, for the first time, the Cadets defeated State powerhouse University of Chicago Lab School (4-time defending State champions).

On February 14, Marmion won the Conference title for the 3rd consecutive year by defeating Montini, St. Francis and others.

The State Finals will take place on April 30 in Champaign. This year’s captains are Bennett Marsh, Trevor Boone, The Marmion Math Team is ranked number 1 in Division 2A after their outstanding perfor- Spencer Buyansky and Casey Dant. The Team is coached by mance at the ICTM Regional Math Contest. The will compete in the State Finals on April 30. Joe Large, Jan Dant, Justin Dimitri, and Debbie Wilkinson‰ 8 Academy Class of 2015 Scholarship Recipients

Ten eighth-graders have been awarded academic scholarships to attend Marmion next fall. Schol- arships were awarded based on performance on the entrance exam held in December 2010, in which 188 eighth grade boys participated. The following have received schol- arships as members of Marmion’s class of 2015: Noel Abraham Thomas Bergan Jonathan Delmonico Joseph Dutton Jacob Ebert Noel Abraham, son of Alexander Abraham and Bency Kurian, re- ceived the Rev. Alcuin Deck OSB Memorial Alumni Association Scholarship. Abraham attends An- nunciation BVM School in Aurora. His brother Nevin is a junior at Marmion.

Thomas Bergan, son of Daniel and Maureen Bergan, received the Trenton Medernach Evan Pickard Thomas Sieben Robert Stephens Anthony Wegman Rev. Peter Enderlin OSB Memorial Alumni Association Scholarship. Bergan attends Traughber Scholarship. Wegman attends Annunciation BVM School in Jr. High School in Oswego. His brother Sean is a senior at Aurora. Marmion. The scholarships have a total value of $148,000 over four Jonathan Delmonico, son of Margo Delmonico, received the years. The three Alumni Association Scholarships are award- Edwin and Laurina Witting Memorial Scholarship. Delmo- ed based on exam performance but are restricted to sons, nico attends Holy Cross School in Batavia. grandsons, nephews or brothers of Marmion alumni. A Fi- nancial Assistance Program is available for students not se- Joseph Dutton, son of Brian and Jennifer Dutton, received lected for scholarships. During the 2010-11 school year, 23% the Thomas ‘58 and Marilyn Leuer Family Scholarship. Dut- of Marmion students are receiving need-based tuition assis- ton attends Rotolo Middle School in Batavia. tance totaling more than $338,000. For more information on Marmion’s admissions process or to download an applica- Jacob Ebert, son of Mike and Barb Ebert, received the John tion, visit www.marmion.org or call the Admissions Office at M. Regole ‘63 Memorial Scholarship. Ebert attends St. Mary (630) 897-6936, Ext. 264‰ School in Sycamore.

Trenton Medernach, son of Daniel and Colleen Medernach, received the Rev. Sebastian Crow OSB Memorial Alumni Association Scholarship. Medernach attends Rotolo Middle School in Batavia. His grandfather David Medernach ‘55 WWhat’shat’s itit likelike and uncles are all Marmion graduates and his brother Con- nor is a junior at Marmion. ttoo bebe a Cadet?Cadet? Evan Pickard, son of A. Simon and Suzanne Pickard, re- ceived the Jane Nosek Memorial Scholarship. Pickard at- tends Bednarcik Jr. High School in Aurora. 8th Graders can “shadow” a current Thomas Sieben, son of Edward and Caroline Sieben, re- student for a morning, attending class- ceived the Maurice L. Regole, Jr. ‘52 Memorial Scholarship. es and enjoying lunch in the Lux Dining Sieben attends Holy Angels School in Aurora. His brother John is a sophomore at Marmion. Hall to experience what it is like to be a Marmion Cadet. Robert Stephens, son of Robert and Diane Stephens, re- ceived the Michael Fitz-enz and Rev. Barnabas Lundergan, O.S.B. Memorial Scholarship. Stephens attends Holy Cross Contact the Admissions Offi ce School in Batavia. at (630) 897-6936, ext. 264. Anthony Wegman, son of Mark and Michelle Wegman, received the Dr. Alfred G. ‘32 and Mary Chione Memorial 9 Academy M-R Band Earns 88 Medals in State Contest

The Marmion-Rosary Band competed in the North Shore Dis- trict Wisconsin School Music Association Solo and Ensemble Contest on March 21. The Band earned a total of 44 fi rst divi- sion gold medals (37 Class A and 7 Class B gold medals). They also earned 44 silver medals (31 Class A and 13 Class B silver medals). In addition, 21 students will compete in the State Solo and Ensemble contest on May 7 at the University of Wis- consin – Parkside. These students performed literature from the most diffi cult list (class A) and received a “star fi rst rating.”

Students receiving one or more class A star gold medals were: Brendan Whiting – Trombone, Julie Hoyda – Trombone, and Jazz Ensemble members: Jack Novotny, Chen Zheng, Sam Rebenstorf, Matthew Ferrer, Jack Stover, Brett Koskinen, Michael Shares, Casey Smith, Alex Lopez, Chad Erickson, Brendan Whiting, Spencer Buyansky, Timothy Kritzler, Julie Hoyda, Colin Angeles, Dan Gotlund, John Sieben, Mary Kate Naughton, and Ben Pho. The Marmion-Rosary Band performed their Winter Concert on March 6. The musicians went on to earn 44 gold and 44 silver medals in Wisconsin Students receiving one or more class A gold medals were: School Music Association Solo and Ensemble Contest Caroline Elkin – Oboe, Ed Malnar – Bass Clarinet, Sam Reben- storf – Tenor Sax, Tom Schafer, Spencer Buyansky – Trombone, Those students receiving one or more class B gold medals Mary Kate Naughton – Parade Drum, Dan Gotlund and Jacob were: Hannah Kapadia –Flute, Nick Ruble - Clarinet, Hannah Kuber – Snare Drum Duet, and Jazz Combo – Sam Rebenstorf, Schafer – Clarinet, Peter West– Alto Sax, Jack Stover – Bari Timothy Kritzler, John Sieben, Mary Kate Naughton, Dan Sax, and John Sieben and Mary Kate Naughton - Snare Duet‰ Gotlund, and Ben Pho. Student Displays at International Night This biennial celebration of Carnevale/Mardi Gras show- cases the creative talents of over 470 students in Latin, Span- LEFT -- “The Ruins of the ish, French and Italian. The student projects were judged that Roman Colosseum” by Ben evening with the following being the winners of each catago- Pho won fi rst place in the ry: Musical and Theatrical Performance -- Ed Birth and Brian 3D Models/Large Exhibits/ Wulff’s “La Bamba”; Cuisine -- John York and Cole Gleason’s Games Demos Latin cat- “Mangia, Mangia, Mangia”; Art and Mosaics -- Dan McLean egory. and Dan Klug’s “Notre Dame Woodburning”; 3D Models/ Large Exhibits/Games-Demos LATIN -- Ben Pho’s “The Ru- BELOW -- Ed Birth and ins of the Roman Colosseum, FRENCH/ITALIAN -- Jackson Brian Wulff were awarded Rettig’s “L’Orangerie De Versailles”, SPANISH -- Cameron fi rst place in the Musi- Sweeney’s “San Fermín”; BEST IN SHOW -- Robert Galey cal and Theatrical Perfor- and Zach Mazur’s “Trevi Fountain”‰ mance category for their rendition of “La Bamba.”

BEST IN SHOW 10 “Trevi Fountain” by Robert Bagley and Zach Mazur Academy LTC Anthony Voirin ‘85 Speaks at Military Night

The JROTC program held its annual Military Night on February Siwiec, Military Offi cers Association of America ROTC Med- 13. The evening included an awards ceremony, performances al; John York, Christopher Hebert and Robert Peters, COL Joe by the Flannigan Rifl es Drill Team and an inspirational speech Day Memorial Award; Matthew Kluber, Nathan O’Brien and by graduate LTC Anthony Voirin, USAF of Puyallup, WA, Michael Conway, COL Joe Day Remembrance Award; Casey class of 1985. Smith, Best Squad Leader, Bugles Across America Medal and Bugles Across America Hall of Fame; Michael Shares The following cadets were recognized with individual and Brett Koskinen, Bugles Across America Award; Brian awards: Spencer Buyansky, DAR ROTC Medal; Samuel Re- Simon, Best Plebe; Michael Duy, Senior Rev. Martin Witting benstorf, DAC ROTC Medal; Henry Patrick Kinane, SAR Award; Brian Wulff, Junior ROTC Medal; Philip Kloc, SAR Citizenship Medal; Travis Rev.R Martin Witting Award; NicholasN Novack, Sopho- morem Rev. Martin Witting Award;A and Eric Lifka, FreshmanF Rev. Martin Wit- tingt Award.

GuestG Speaker LTC Antho- nyn Voirin USAF addressed thet Cadet Corps and guests: “By“ focusing on closing the gapg between your words anda actions, you will shift fromf being a pretender into a real man worthy of trust. WhenW people can count on youy to deliver your word, theyt will willingly fol- lowlo you almost anywhere. WhenW people begin to fol- lowlo you, that’s when you LTC Anthony Voirin USAF ‘85 ad- dressed the Cadet Corps and guests will no longer be only tak- on the topic of leadership at the ing a walk” JROTC program’s annual Military Senior Philip Kloc receives the Sons of the American RevoluRevolu- Night. Military Night concluded tion (SAR) Good Citizenship Award from Bruce Talbot of the with a pass-in-review by SAR Fox Valley Chapter at Military Night on February 13. the JROTC Cadet Corps‰

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Wrestling at Marmion Academy is BIG! Coach Dean Brans- tetter in nine short years has created a nationally recognized program. This past season wrestlers, in the lower weight classes from 103-140 pounds, won more than 85% of all their matches.

On February 19 FIVE Cadets were crowned IHSA Class 2A State Champions in their respective weight classes – Johnny Jimenez (103); Jered Cortez (112); George Fisher (118); Ben Whitford (130); Bryce Brill (135). There are three classes in State wrestling.

In addition to five state champions, Marmion also got fourth place finishes from Eddie Greco (125) and Eddie Breen (152).

At the Sectional meet, Marmion set a school record with ten state qualifiers. Also competing at state were – Angelo Silves- George Fisher wins the Class 2A State Title in the 118 weight classclass. tro (140), Jon Wolfgram (171), and Alex Fritz (275). Fellow teammates claiming State Champion victories were Johnny Ji- menez (103), Jered Cortez (112), Ben Whitford (130) and Bryce Brill (135). Earlier in the year, Marmion competed in the prestigious Walsh Jesuit Ironman Tournament in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio later have his 70-match win streak, stretching over two sea- and earned a 4th place finish. Whitford (130) remained un- sons, come to an end during the 18-team Newbill Invitational defeated while Cortez (112) finished 3rd and Jimenez (103) at Geneva when he competed at a higher weight class. finished 4th. The Cadets then won the 29-team, 23rd Annual Al Dvorak Memorial Invitational with three 1st place finishes Montini and Marmion were ranked #1 and #2 respectively in - Jimenez (103), Whitford (130) and Brill (135). When the Ca- Class 2A.These titans met twice with Montini barely defeat- dets participated in the Cheesehead Tournament in Kaukau- ing the Cadets early in the year 31-30 and again in the re- ana, Wisconsin, undefeated Whitford (130) was crowned gional competition 242-241. It would be hard to imagine two champion in his weight class. Unfortunately, Whitford would more incredibly exciting confrontations this past season‰ Great Moments Defi ne Basketball Season Marmion started the season with a new head coach. Ryan senior Mark Berdelle scored 22 of his 32 points in the second Paradise took over the reins after guiding the freshman team half earning himself Kane County Chronicle Player of the Week. to a 16-7 record last year. Senior guard Nick Scoliere would be the only returning starter after significant roster turnover. Marmion won a thriller against Aurora Christian 67-65 (Gra- hovec sank two free throws with 13 seconds left) and finished They got off to a sluggish start, but defeated DeKalb, St. Fran- the season 14-12. In the Hampshire Regional, the Cadets sur- cis (fighting back from an early 13- point deficit) and Chicago prised Hampshire 54-43 to advance to the championship Christian to even their record at 3-3. After losing to Nazareth game. Berdelle was 12-for-12 from the foul line with 10 of Academy, Marmion soundly defeated Montini 55-33. those coming in the fourth quarter. Marmion then lost to the number one seed Crystal Lake Central 60-50‰ In the Matt Laurich Holiday Classic Marmion defeated IC 82-51 before losing to Plainfield Central and a heartbreaker against Brooks 59-57. The Cadets then rattled off three in a row against Glenbard North, St. Edward and Marian Central (sharpshooting senior Eddy Grahovec hit a 3-pointer with 9 seconds left in a 47-46 win). They enjoyed an exciting 61- 49 victory over rival ACC at the Sears Centre. In this game

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With an emerging group of underclass- aas so diffi cult that a team could fi nish men, the Marmion squad was projected fi fth and still have a chance at a State as a dark horse for a top-10 State fi nish. ttop-10 fi nish. The season began with victories over Fenwick and Oswego, followed by a IIn the Neuqua Valley Sectional the Ca- fi rst place fi nish in the Cadet Relays. ddets fi nished fourth behind defending Marmion then fi nished third in the Na- sstate champion Naperville Central, perville North College Events before NNaperville North and Neuqua Valley. defeating St. Patrick and Benet. The Ca- TThe following swimmers qualifi ed for dets rolled over both Brother Rice and tthe State Meet: Shane Cano (Medley St. Francis in dual meets and fi nished the RRelay), Zach Bennett (Medley Relay), season undefeated in dual meets. AAlex Purcell (Medley Relay and 100 FFly), Jonathan Thielen (Medley Relay Strengthened by a deep squad, the Cadets aand 200 Free Relay), Dan Duhig (200 were able to fi ght through tough competi- Marmion’sMarmion’s BeBenn KaKanutenute was namnameded tthehe MMetroetro IIM, 100 Breaststroke, 200 Free Relay tion to fi nish third out of 12 teams behind Catholic Athletic Conference Senior Swimmer of and 400 Free Relay), Kanute (500 Free, St. Ignatius and Loyola Academy in the the Year. Ben qualifi ed for the State Meet in the 200 Free Relay and 400 Free Relay), third Metro Catholic Athletic Conference 500 Free, 200 Free Relay and 400 Free Relay. Andy Healy (200 IM and 100 Back), Meet. Ben Kanute claimed the Senior Swimmer of the Year Robert Ramoska (500 Free, 200 Free Relay and 400 Free Re- Award while winning the 500 freestyle event and fi nishing lay), and Josh Kanute (400 Free Relay). second in the 200 free, as well as helping both Cadet free- style relays have strong fi nishes. Jack Fergus was the Frosh/ Coach Bill Schalz ‘79 stated that, “With so many underclass- Soph Swimmer of the Year. Leading into the tough sectional men competing at the varsity level, our team gained valuable competition at Neuqua Valley, Kanute’s leadership would experience that will get us back in the State trophy hunt over prove to be crucial with underclassmen fi lling half of the the next few years. Our seniors provided invaluable leader- sectional lineup for the Cadets. The sectional was viewed ship, especially at the State meet, that will benefi t the young- er swimmers immensely”‰ National Finish for Rifl e Team In the Illinois State Fall Classic, Marmion’s Schroeder Snip- ers finished first in 3-Position air rifle and International air rifle (all standing). Individual winners included (3-Position) senior Joseph Munder and (International Air) senior Charles Leonard. In the Raider Classic, Marmion placed first with Munder finishing second individually.

In the Civilian Marksman Program sanctioned 3 Position Junior Olympic match, which is a qualifying match for this summer’s Junior Olympic competition, Marmion’s precision team of Leonard, Munder, senior Edward Malnar, and se- nior Jacob Stein finished first. Marmion’s team then finished first at the Camp Perry North Army Nationals. Munder, Malnar and Leonard all finished in the top five. In the NRA Junior Sectional, Munder placed second in smallbore. Leon- ard has also been the Illinois State High School Rifle League State Champion for the past two years, while Munder is the TeamT CCaptain t i ChChaz LLeonard, d Executive E ti OffiOfficer JJoe MMunder, d EdEdward d reigning Army JROTC Postal Champion in third Brigade Malnar, Joe Tiger, Jake Stein and Coach Leon Collins were awarded and the Army North JROTC National Champion. The team the 1st place trophy at the Army JROTC National Precision Air Rifle Championships. is ranked third nationally in Army JROTC

For the 3rd straight year, Marmion’s Schroeder Snipers took 1st place in the Army JROTC 3rd Brigade precision air rifle championship, earning them a trip to the Army JROTC Na- tional Precision Air Rifle Championships. The team traveled FFallall & WinterWinter with coach MSG Leon Collins to Camp Perry OH. Marmion brought home the 1st place trophy for the first time since SSportsports HHonorsonors 1960. Munder took the gold with the first place individual trophy, Malnar earned a bronze medal, placing 3rd, and View a list of all Fall and Winter Leonard had a 4th place individual finish. These results qualified the team to compete at the JROTC National Air Athletic Award winners at Rifle Championship‰ www.marmion.org/academy/sports 13 Campus News Coach Dan Thorpe Awarded by Fr. Patrick Gillmeyer OSB Sports Faith International Appointed Pastor of Marmion Academy’s Dan Thorpe was honored by Sports Faith Annunciation BVM Church International as a 2011 ALL STAR CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL HOMETOWN HERO for LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT and Fr. Patrick Gillmeyer OSB has COACH OF THE YEAR. The ceremonies included 2011 Hall of been appointed the new pastor Fame inductees Pittsburgh Steelers patriarch, Art “The Chief” of Annunciation BVM Church in Rooney; baseball star, Jamie Moyer; Major League Baseball vet- Aurora. Fr. Patrick served as As- eran coach Rich Donnelly; Belmont Abbey College President sociate Pastor under the late Fr. and former Olympian, Dr Bill Thierfelder; former college quar- George Glover OSB who died on terback Fr. Joe Freedy; Archbishop Molloy Coach, Jack Curran February 22. Fr. Patrick is the 8th (the winningest coach in high school sports); New Jersey based Benedictine to serve as Pastor of Monsignor Donovan’s Dan Duddy. the Aurora parish since its found- ing in 1876.

LEFT: Coach Dan Thorpe “I am very excited about this ap- with Sports Faith Inter- national Chairman Pat pointment,” stated Fr. Patrick in a McCaskey. bulletin announcement to the par- ish. “I enjoy the people of this par- BELOW: Members of the ish very much, and I have felt extremely welcomed. I thank Marmion 2010 State Run- you for all your prayers and support and I ask that you con- ner-Up Football Team tinue with them.” attended the awards cer- emony to celebrate Coach Fr. Patrick also serves as the Assistant Technology Director Thorpe’s Award. for Marmion Academy‰

Lisa Dzuricsko Awarded Visual Arts Educator of the Year Art Instructor Lisa Dzuricsko was awarded the Illinois Alliance for Arts Education Visual Arts Edu- cator of the Year Award at the or- ganization’s 29th annual Service Recognition Awards Ceremony on March 17. Lisa teaches In- Honorees are selected on the basis of outstanding athleticism, troduction to Art, Digital Design and exemplary behavior, on and off the field. Coach Dan Thor- and Studio Art and serves as di- pe has been involved in education and coaching for twenty- rector of the Dr. Scholl’s Art Gal- eight years. He received outstanding testimonials from par- lery which hosts six shows each ents and players as well as Marmion Academy Headmaster, year. A graduate of the University John Milroy, who emphasized the positive impact Thorpe has of Notre Dame, she received the had on players and the community at large as even more im- Notre Dame Alumni of the Year pressive than his outstanding football record. Award in 2000 from the ND Na- perville/Lisle Club. Coach Thorpe’s teams have won 160 games and lost 84. His 1988 team was Division 4 State Champions in Wisconsin, One of Lisa’s most exciting innovations was turning the an- and his 2010 (Illinois, Division 6A) and 1987 (Wisconsin, Div nual Homecoming bonfi re into the world’s largest kiln. Each 4) teams were State Runner-ups. 14 different times his teams year students prepare hundreds of ceramics pieces that are have qualified for the State Football Playoffs. Coach Thorpe loaded into metal drums which are then placed at the center has coached in the State All-Star games in Wisconsin and Il- of the bonfi re, whcih burns at temperatures of 1,100 degrees. linois and was Head Coach for the East squad in the Cleve- land Football Coaches Association All-Star game. Each school Lisa is an accomplished artist and her pieces are exhibited for which Coach Thorpe has been the head coach has won the throughout the Chicagoland area. Her drawings are a fo- ‰ Sportsmanship award in their respected conference cused response to experiences in her life. When she is faced with a problem, she draws in hopes that in the visual repre- sentation things will become clearer‰ 14 Campus Candids

Junior Joseph Romanos wrote a musical piece that he performed at the All-School Ash Wednes- day Mass on March 9.

Jim Newport receives his Marmion Athletic Hall of Fame trophy at the induction ceremony of January 28. During his ten years as head basketball coach, his team’s 139 wins are second only to the great George Ireland. Teams that Jim coached won an SCC title (1975), three regional championships (1973, 1976 & 1977), one sectional title, one super-sectional title and made one appearance in the Elite Eight in Champaign (1976). Two-Time State Champion wrestler Ben Whitford re- ceives his award as the National High School Coaches Association/GTM Sportswear Athlete of the Month. With this National honor, Ben will be recognized in the fi rst ever High School Hall of Fame Museum which will open in 2013 in Easton PA.

Senior Chaz Leonard was awarded the Junior Distinguished Shooter Badge at the 2011 Na- tional JROTC Air Rifl e Championship in An- niston AL. This is the highest honor that most military and civilian rifl e and pistol shooters can aspire to earn. He is the Marmion has started an Auto Club for students who appreci- fi rst Marmion student to ate a fi ne automobile and want to learn more about them. Ev- have achieved this honor. eryone is accepted, no matter their knowledge base. This is a second home for those who use the terms 4 barrel double pumper and 4 bolt main in casual conversation. The club, moderated by Michael Stolp, fi lls that thirst for automobile understanding to the brim with the highest octane knowledge. Topics covered include: Engine and Engine Systems, induc- St. Patrick’s School (Team 1) of tion and Fuel/Air Delivery, Exhaust, St. Charles won the Marmion Suspension, Transmissions and Power Junior High Math Contest Di- Transfer Systems, Fluids and Lubrica- vision I Trophy. The eighth- tion, Paint and Preparation, and Cha- grade team members were sis, Engine and Stero Electrical. The Tegan Keigher, Claire Nelson meetings, held in both the classroom and Alex Vonderhaar. The and Marmion shop, are always attend- seventh-grade team members ed by an ASE mechanic. were Michael Seraphin and Thomas Seraphin. 15 Alumni Taps +Anthony M. Traversino II ‘31 of Aurora is survived by his son and three daughters. Sustaining Members. David is survived by died on February 12. He is survived by his He was preceded in death by his wife Vir- his wife and two daughters. He was preced- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by ginia Ann. ed in death by a daughter. his wife and two sons. +Deacon Richard Groom ‘50 of Aurora +David P. Heikotter ‘64 of Montgomery +Louis Dohan ‘35 of Aurora died on March died on January 13. He is survived by his died on December 18 from injuries sustained 7. He is survived by his wife Jean, son Dr. L. wife Frances, six sons, two daughters and from a fall on the ice. He is survived by his Michael ‘72 and two grandchildren. his brothers James ‘52 and Michael ‘56. wife Mary Ann, three sons (Brian ‘88), a daughter and grandchildren. +S. Francis Wiemer ’37 of Hillsboro OR died +Don C. Mennucci ‘50 of South Bend IN on March 22. He was a Life Member of the died on December 12. He is survived by his +John C. Carew ‘65 of Aurora died on Feb- Abbot Marmion Society and a member of the wife of 56 years Martha, a son, two daugh- ruary 20. He is survived by his siblings and Canterbury Society. His brother-in-law is ters and grandchildren. He was preceded in nieces and nephews. Chuck Sauber ’38. death by a son. +Dave Cash ‘65 of LaGrange died on No- +Francis B. Petrauskas ‘38 of Lake Bluff died +John J. Redden, Sr. ‘50 of South Bend IN vember 26. on January 19. He is survived by his wife of died on February 15. He is survived by his 47 years Josephine and three children. wife Martha, a son, a daughter and grand- +Dr. Michael Stablein, children. He was preceded in death by his DDS, PhD ‘67 of Lin- +Dr. Richard O. Burns, Jr. ‘41 of Hinsdale son John, Jr. ‘85. colnshire died on No- died in November 2010. He was a prominent vember 14. He was a neurological surgeon, and a former Navy LT +Louis J. Sitch ‘50 of Fort Collins CO died past president of the Commander and fl ight surgeon. He is sur- on January 16. He is survived by his wife Chicago Dental Society. vived by his wife Mary, two sons, a daughter Margaret Ann, four sons, one daughter and He is survived by his and his brother Robert ‘50. grandchildren. He was preceded in death wife Caroline, two sons by his fi rst wife Carolyn. and two daughters. +John C. Besch ‘42 of Sun Valley CA died on March 9. He is survived by his wife Dorothy, +Daniel J. Thompson ‘52 of Kansas City +Randy Crawford ‘69 of North Aurora died two sons, four daughters and grandchildren. MO died on November 30. He is the son on December 21. He is survived by his wife of former Marmion football coach Glen Gerri and three daughters. +COL (Ret) Hayden C. “Buzz” Curry, USAF Thompson. He is survived by his wife Cher- ‘42 of Wes Des Moines IA died on November yl, a son, fi ve step-sons and grandchildren. +John G. Grzywa ‘71 of St. Charles died on 22. Buzz spent 32 years in the Air Force. He March 19. He is survived by his wife Judith, was a U2 pilot in the Cold War. He is sur- +Michael P. Hogan ‘54 of Geneva died on son Jonathan ‘99, two daughters and broth- vived by his wife Kathleen, three sons and February 26. He is survived by his son, fi ve ers Charles ‘74 and Robert ‘77. two daughters. daughters and grandchildren. He was pre- ceded in death by his wife. +Benjamin T. Wilkin- +Robert K. Fixmer ‘44 of Fort Atkinson WI son ‘11 of Batavia died died on March 20, 2010. He is survived by +Robert J. Boyle ‘56 died on March 2. He on January 18. Ben had his wife Audrey, fi ve sons, fi ve daughters and is survived by his two sons and two daugh- creative talents and en- grandchildren. ters. He was preceded in death by a son. joyed writing poetry and had even published +Wade F. Ray ‘45 of Wilmette died on Janu- +David A. Sladky ‘59 of Palatine died on a book “Tower of Ivy”. ary 1. He is survived by his four sons (Peter November 27. He is survived by his wife He recently had won an ‘70 and Charles ‘71), a daughter and grand- Gay, two daughters and three grandchil- award from the Univer- children. He was preceded in death by his dren. sity of Indiana for his wife Helen and a son. poetry. He was an active +Robert A. Sylkaitis ‘60 of Peoria died on student and member of the cross country +Robert E. Cahill ‘46 of Rockford died on December 10. He is survived by his wife team, four year member and current Presi- December 3. He is survived by his wife Ann, Dolores, a son, daughter and grandchildren. dent of the French Club, Drama Club, Na- a son, daughter and grandchildren. He was tional Honor Society, and Operation Snow- preceded in death by his brother Donald ‘48. +Dennis N. Rausch ‘61 of Harvard died on ball. He was also awarded a full scholarship November 17. He is survived by his two to St. John’s University in Minnesota where +David Rippinger ‘48 of North Aurora died daughter and a granddaughter. he had goals of becoming a psychologist and on January 15. He is survived by his wife offi cer in the United States Army. He is sur- Rena, two sons, two daughters and grand- +Dr. Edward W. Logman ‘62 of Aurora died vived by his parents Timothy and Deborah children. on March 2. He is survived by his wife of 40 and two sisters. years Marjorie, a son and daughter. +Donald G. Van Vooren ‘49 of Houston TX died on December 24. He was a retired +David Rechenmacher ‘62 of Naperville physical therapist and director of a clinic in died on January 10. He was a former offi cer Richmond TX. He was an active donor of in the Alumni Association and volunteered Marmion’s Guatemala Mission and a Life for Career Days and other events. He and Member of the Abbot Marmion Society. He his wife Jeanne are Abbot Marmion Society

16 In Your Prayers +Eleanor R. Appel, grandmother of Mat- Marmion monks since 1968. They recently +Sybil Pfl uke, wife of Dr. John ‘49 of Palo thew ‘97 and Christopher ‘98 of North Au- established the James and Dorothy Hughes Alto CA, died on February 13. She is sur- rora, died on October 30. She is survived Seminarian Endowment Fund for Marmion vived by John, two sons and three daugh- by her husband Robert, three sons, two Abbey, the largest gift ever for the Abbey. ters. daughters and grandchildren. +Ronnie D. Jacobs, father of Justin ‘93 of +Rosemary E. Rausch of Aurora died on +H. Flagg Baum of Evanston died on Feb- Aurora, died on February 15. He is sur- December 14. She was a Benedictine Ob- ruary 15. He and wife Patt are Life Mem- vived by Justin, a daughter and grand- late of Marmion Abbey. bers of the Abbot Marmion Society. He is daughter. survived by his wife, two sons, two daugh- +Dorothy L. Reuland, wife of +Jerome ‘35 ters, grandchildren and step-brother Ralph +Virginia “Bonnie” Janowski, wife of Mi- and mother of Terry ‘64 of Indianapolis IN, “Bud“ Lemley ‘61. chael ‘48 of Garden MI, died on August 11. died on March 10. She is survived by her She is survived by her husband of 54 years, son and grandchildren. She was preceded +Raymond M. Cholewa, father of Michael four children and grandchildren. in death by her husband. ‘70 of Tinley Park, died on January 15. He is survived by his two sons, two daughters +JoKay Jungels, wife of Bill ‘59 of Aurora, +Lena Riva, mother of Michael ‘67 of Au- and grandchildren. He was preceded in died on February 18. She is survived by rora, died on December 11. She is survived death by his wife. her husband, one son, two daughters and by her son, daughter and grandchildren. grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband +George Cinto, Jr., father of Dr. David ‘64 Dominic. of Oswego, died on March 8. He is sur- +Lindsay R. Kessler, father of Brad Black vived by his wife Helen, two sons, daugh- ‘84 of Elburn, died on December 14. He is +Kathryn L. Roberts, wife of Wayne ‘74 of ter and grandchildren. survived by his wife Judith, son and grand- Bradenton FL, died on January 4. She is sur- daughter. vived by her husband. +Dr. Karl S. Csiszer, father of Daniel ‘04 of Chicago, died on November 21. He is sur- +Oscar Kleb, grandfather of Peter ‘98 of +Kenneth Shorr, grandfather of Nate ‘11 vived by his wife Laurie, son and daughter. Aurora, died on February 4. He is survived of Geneva, died on December 2. He is sur- by his wife Marilyn, two sons, one daugh- vived by his wife Jeanne, son and grand- +Barbara Erickson, mother of Mark ‘02 of ter and many grandchildren. children. North Aurora, died on November 10. She is survived by her husband Harold, two +Raymond J. Kloss, father of Ray ‘82 of +Raymond R. Thill, Jr., grandfather of sons, daughter and grandchildren. Australia, died on November 22. He was Sam ‘13 of Aurora, died on December 27. a faithful volunteer at the Abbey Christmas +Mary M. Finnegan, mother of Mark ‘73 Tree Farm. He is survived by two sons and +Mary Jane Urbealis, mother of Ron ‘66 of Naperville, died on February 11. She is grandchildren. He was preceded in death of Sugar Grove, died on February 14. She survived by her four sons, one daughter, by his wife Shirley. is survived by her son, two daughters and grandchildren and her former husband Jo- grandchildren. She was preceded in death seph Finnegan ‘52. +Catherine C. Konen, grandmother of by her husband. Nicholas ‘07 and Henry ‘10 of Sugar Grove, +Frances M. Gebes, mother of Ralph ‘60 of died on January 22. She is survived by her +Harold E. Voss of Champaign died on De- Batavia, died on January 9. She is survived husband LeRoy, one son, four daughters cember 6. He was a Benedictine Oblate of by her husband George, two sons, daugh- and grandchildren. Marmion Abbey. ter and grandchildren. +Leo J. Martin, father of Douglas ‘84 of +Dorothy Weiland, wife of +Jean ‘35 and +George Harney, grandfather of Michael Atascadero CA, died on February 19. He mother of James ‘62 of Aurora, died on Nothnagel ‘05 of Milwaukee WI, died on is survived by his wife Inge, son, daughter January 13. She is survived by her son and November 7. and grandchildren. grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and daughter. +Dorothy Hughes of +Eleanor “Norie” Parks, mother of Stan Elburn died on Janu- ‘68 of Fort Myers FL and David ‘76 of +Rita E. Zinkann, mother of Frederick ‘63 ary 3. She is the wife Spokane WA, died on January 3. She and of Montgomery, died on March 16. She is of Abbey Affi liate and husband Dr. Stan are Life Members of the survived by her son and daughter. She was Life Trustee James Abbot Marmion Society and were active preceded in death by her husband Martin. Hughes, Sr.; mother of donors and volunteers for Marmion’s Gua- James, Jr. ’71, Michael temala Mission. Norie is survived by her ’76, Sean ’80, Mau- husband, sons, a daughter and grandchil- reen McKanna and dren (David Gyurkovics ‘96). Schedule a Mass at Sheila (trustee Robert ’78) Fitzsimmons; grandmother of Timothy +Dorothy C. Peterson, mother of David Marmion Abbey Sichmeller ’00, Robert Fitzsimmons III ’69 of Peoria and mother-in-law of Michael for a friend or loved one ’06, Michael Hughes, Jr. ’09, James “J.J.” Byrne ‘62 of Oswego, died on November 4. Hughes ’10, Nolan McKanna ’10, Lucas She is survived by her son, four daughters For more information contact Hughes ’12 and Christopher Hughes ’12. and grandchildren. She was preceded in Fr. Kenneth Theisen OSB ‘59 Dorothy and Jim have been friends of the death by her husband Clarence. (630) 897-6936, ext. 327 or [email protected] 17 Class Notes Class tion in tennis. She attended Northern Illi- 1940 nois University on an athletic scholarship Joseph and Hel- Reunions and is second all-time in career combined en Rippinger of singles and doubles victories for Women’s tennis. In both 2001 and 2004 she was Aurora (pictured Members of the graduating classes named MVP. Since 2005 she has been em- right) celebrated ending in 1 and 6 are invited back to ployed as a mathematics teacher at Clin- their 65th wed- Marmion for an enjoyable evening of ton-Rosette Junior High in Dekalb. ding anniversary renewing friendships and great food. on January 2. Contact the Alumni Offi ce at maa- They were mar- lumni.org or (630) 897-6936, Ext. 228 ried in 1946 at the Air Force ChapelChapel, MarcMarchh for reservations and for information. Field CA. Capt. Maurice Patrick OSB of 1968 Marmion Abbey offi ciated. They have six Leo Ahasic of Aurora was featured in The children (John ‘64, +Thomas ‘68, Daniel Beacon News when the paper did a feature ‘72, Tim ‘74, Fr. Joel OSB and Mary Jo) and June 11, 2011 article on his family owned business Val- twelve grandchildren. ley Linen Supply. Leo is the third-gener- ation owner of the company established in Golden Jubilee Reunion 1919. The company offers 29 colors of cloth Class of 1961 napkins, as well as hospitality linens and 1954 heath care apparel. For more information Bob and Charlotte Silver Jubilee Reunion on the business visit the website valleyli- Keller of Pleasan- Class of 1986 nensupply.com...Dr. Thomas Alfredson of ton CA (pictured Palo Alto and Michael George of Batavia right) celebrated 5-Year Reunion (pictured below) promised each other in Classes of 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, their 50th wedding 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006 their 20’s that if anniversary on No- they ever lived vember 19. They to be 60 that they have four children, tthe Isaac M. Meyer Chair Professorship at would celebrate Kathleen, Jeffery, tthe National University of Singapore. He in Paris together Joseph & Angela iis now a Visiting Professor in the Singapore with their fami- who sponsored a dinnerih party to honor MMembrane Technology Center at Nanyang lies which is ex- their parents with family and friends. They Technological University. actly what they have 10 grandchildren. Bob is a retired did in June 2010. land surveyor for the City of Pleasanton The are pictured and Charlotte, a native of San Francisco, here on a cruise is a retired administrative assistant from 1965 ship on the Seine Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Wayne Witwicki of Gilbert AZ is featured River in Paris, Livermore CA. in a book released in the autumn of 2009 France. byCombatant Books. Wayne was the med- ic for an armored cavalry platoon in Task Force 1/4 CAV (First Squadron, Fourth 1957 Cavalry Regiment, United States Army) of 1973 William Krantz of the First Infantry Division, the famed Big CW4 Michael Carpentieri has been an Boulder CO (pic- Red One. The experiences of his unit are Army Reservist for 22+ years. He has been tured right) received depicted by his task force commander in; activated stateside for the past two years his PhD in chemical “One Hell of a Ride: Inside an Armored and most recently to Iraq. His command’s engineering in 1968 Cavalry Task Force in Vietnam.” The book mission is to continue the draw down of from the Univer- is available at amazon.com and other on- classes of supply throughout the entire sity of California at line bookstores. county of Iraq. His section’s mission deals Berkeley. He is Pres- specifi cally with ammunition. He was pro- ident’s Teaching moted to CW4 on November 15 and will Scholar and Profes- complete his overseas rotation in April sor Emeritus at the 1966 2011. While on active duty, he accepted an University of Colo- Bob Tyioran of Oswego wrote in that his early retirement opportunity from Harley- rado (1968-1999) and OhOhio EEminent SScholar h l daughter Karrie was inducted into the Ath- Davidson Motor Company. He is not ready and Professor Emeritus at the University of letic Hall of Fame of Oswego High School for full retirement and looks forward to ci- Cincinnati (2000-05). From 2005-08 he held where she was a four-time All-State selec- vilian employment opportunities. On the 18 Class Notes home front, his wife of 16 months, Rhea the real estate practice. He advises a wide and step daughter Kira are doing well. His 1978 range of clients regarding real estate and daughter Michelle is fi nishing her gradu- Donald C. Dowl- private equity investments. He focuses on ate studies at the University of North Texas ing, Jr. of Scars- fi nancing transactions in all real estate asset in Critical Analysis and Nicole graduated dale NY (pictured categories, through equity ventures, inter- in May 2010 with her Nursing Degree...Fr. right), partner national private equity funds, cross-border Robert Garrity of Ave Maria FL, director at White & Case and off-shore structures, public and private of campus ministry at Ave Maria Univer- LLP in New York real estate investment trusts (REIT’s) and sity, took Fr. Charles Reichenbacher OSB City, leads a team debt issues (including unsecured lending ‘59 and Abbot John Brahill OSB ‘67 on of lawyers who and structured debt transactions). Bob is a a tour of the practice outbound Marmion trustee. University.U international em- (The(T three are ployment law (that means advising multimulti-- picturedp left in national headquarters on workforce issues theth University that cross borders, such as global reduc- 1980 Oratory).O They tions-in-force, codes of conduct, whistle- Dr. Jim Krippner of Haverford PA pub- werew joined blower hotlines, and expatriate matters). lished a book on Mexico’s history and poli- by Morrie and Don has recently been named in several tics Rereading the Conquest: Power, Politics AnnA Doyle ‘55 of the lawyer ranking services, including and the History of Early Colonial Michoacan, of Naples FL Chambers; Legal 500; PLC Which Lawyer; Mexico, 1521-1565 (Pennsylvania State Uni- andan Univer- ABA/IBA Who’s Who; Expert Guides; and versity Press, 2001). Jim is an associate sitysi President Ethisphere Attorneys Who Matter. He is professor and chair of the Department of NicholasN Healy. on the Board of the NYU Center for Labor History at Haverford College. He teaches Fr.Fr Charles & Employment Law. Don’s wife Nancy is and lectures widely on Latin American and andand AbAbbotbot JoJohnhn wwereere in NNaples FL for Associate General Counsel heading up the global historical topics. Marmion’s South Florida Regional Re- advertising law function at The Dannon union. Company, Inc. Their oldest son is in col- lege at the University of Chicago and their two daughters are in high school. Don’s 1981 brother Eric Dowling, ‘80, lives in Costa Mark Friedman of Urbana was recently 1976 Rica...Robert Fitzsimmons of Geneva has hired as Superintendent of the Veterans Dr. James Loftus of Davenport IA has been joined the fi rm K&L Gates as partner in Assistance Commission of Champaign named the president of Cardinal Stritch University (Milwaukee WI), beginning July 2011. He comes to Stritch from St. Am- brose University in Davenport IA, where Commencement Speaker he serves as vice president of enrollment management and student services. Dr. Loftus is a lifelong supporter of Catholic education who is deeply impressed by the quality of the Stritch faculty and staff, the enthusiasm of its students and the commit- ment of the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi to the University’s core values. He is the youngest of the three Loftus brothers. The middle brother, Marty ‘69, was honored by the Academy last March with the Ad Reg- num Dei award. The oldest brother, Bill, is a former Marmion trustee. Dr. John M. Hamilton ‘65 Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost 1977 Louisiana State University Tom Russe of St. Charles was elected Chairman of the Board of Provena Mercy Marmion Commencement Hospital in Aurora. Provena Mercy will Sunday, May 22, 2011 soon celebrate its 100th anniversary. 2:15pm (Ticketed Admission Only) 19 Class Notes Hammes Bookstore Item Spotlight County. It is an element of the county gov- ernment. It is supervised by the Veterans Association and funded through tax dol- Jerusalem lars. They give assistance to low income Stone veterans and their families. It is a clearing- house for other social services. Framed Wall Plaque - $20 Good Morning Plaque 1982 w/ Stand - $19 Brian O’Malley of Marietta GA and his Guardian Angel Prayer - $20 wife Shelley are proud to announce that their daughter Shannon has signed to be a Scripture Stone - $15.50 scholar-athlete with the National Champi- on Georgia Bulldogs and made an Olympic Small Pedestal Crucifi x $20.50 Trials Qualifying time in the 100m Breast- stroke. She is currently a senior at Las- (plus tax & shipping) siter High School. (The family is pictured here at Shannon’s signing ceremony: (l-r) Brian, Lauren, Shannon, Shelley and Luke To Order Contact: O’Malley.) Carrie Gissel (630) 897-6936, ext. 253

the world, including Venice, South by 1984 Southwest, Tokyo, Thessaloniki, Calgary, FredF and Mandie Conforti of Wheaton and many others. It has also played in ccelebrated the birth of their daughter Anna New York City venues. The Happy Poet is SSophia on February 2. She joins her little a comedy/drama about an unemployed bbrother Freddie. man who starts a vegetarian food stand. The movie takes an interesting turn near its end. The fi lm has a website at hap- pypoetmovie.com, and also has a Face- 1988 book page that is updated regularly with Matt and Caroline information about the fi lm. Paul wrote (Fratani) Voirin of 2nd Annual and directed the movie, and played the Fountain Hills AZ lead character. Paul received his Master were married on Cross Country of Fine Arts Degree in fi lm production February 14, 2011 in from the University of Texas in Austin. Phoenix AZ. They Reunion Picnic His previous feature, Motorcycle, also plan to make their played in festivals...Peter Groom of Au- All former Marmion CC run- home in Caroline’s rora has been named Principal and Vice ners, coaches and families are native country, President for Academics at Fenwick High invited to a reunion picnic be- France. ginning at 10:00 am on Saturday, School. Peter became a full-time instruc- August 13, 2011 near the home tor in 1996. During his 13 year teaching course fi nish line. For the truly career, he has taught Spanish and Social adventurous, the festivities will Studies and was elected Social Studies 1991 Department Chair. In 2007, he was recog- start with a 5K run/walk on the Paul Gordon nized by his Fenwick peers for excellence home course with Marmion’s of Batavia (pic- in the classroom and presented with the current team. Visit with your tured at far right esteemed Father Conway Award. He has former teammates and coaches. with his business also been actively involved with the ath- There is no charge for the event. partners) made a letic program coaching boys’ basketball RSVP to Tim McLean ‘79 at (630) fi lm The Happy and baseball throughout his tenure. 406-9916, mclean@ccmlawyer. Poet that has com or fi nd us on Marmion’s played at fi lm Facebook. festivals around

20 Class Notes curate.net...Dr. Francis Van Wisse of San 1992 Antonio TX recently provided anesthesia 1998 Madhur Bawa of Bolingbrook is now the in the largest kidney swap ever. Katie Cou- Tim Vandewalle Service Advisor for Howard Orloff Im- ric featured the story titled “The American (pictured right) at- Spirit: An Inside Look at a Donor Chain ports in Chicago. tended Illinois In- that Connected 20 People to Save 10 Lives” on CBS. Francis completed his residency at stitute of Technol- Yale and currently practices in Austin TX. ogy on a full four He and his wife Mariana have two children year Army ROTC 1994 Isabella and William. scholarship, after Mark Burke of Schaumburg began the con- which he was com- sulting company Accurate Assessments, missioned a Sec- Inc. in March 2010. The company is de- ond Lieutenant in signed to help businesses and academic in- the US Army. He graduatedaduated with Highest stitutions measure the performance of their 1995 Honors, receiving his degree in Architec- employees and students. With a focus on Matthew and Lisa (Pajek) Hamsmith of accurately assessing knowledge and skills, Aurora were married on March 5 at St. Al- tural Engineering. In the Army Tim served Accurate Assessments has already started phonsus Church. Andy Hauser ‘94 was the as a Combat Engineer and earned both his partnerships with several Fortune 500 Best Man and Michael Bock ‘98 also par- Army Airborne jump wings as well as his companies. For more information about ticipated in the ceremony. Army Air Cavalry Jump wings. He was Mark and his company, visit www.GetAc- also awarded the Raytheon-Hughes Award as the top commissioned ROTC cadet in the nation. He was deployed to Korea where he served nearly two tours before having his battalion transferred to Iraq. He served Peter Letherman ‘91 Receives there in both Habbaniyah and Ramadi be- fore being transferred back to the US at Ft. Ad Regnum Dei Award Carson CO where he received his discharge after having attained the rank of Captain. After being discharged went to work for The Christman Company in Washington DC where he was the site engineer for a number of noteworthy projects including: the restoration of Fort Washington Nation- al Park (across the Potomac from Mt. Ver- non); the restoration of the D.A.R. building; and the construction of the Inauguration Stand used for the swearing-in of President Obama. He was then recalled to active duty and served for nearly a year back in Iraq, this time near Basrah. After once again be- ing released from active duty he returned to the DC area and his job with The Christ- man Company where he is currently work- ing as site engineer for the construction of an adjunct building to The Pentagon.

Marmion Academy honored alumnus Peter Letherman ’91 as the sixth recipient of the Ad 1999 Regnum Dei Award. This award is given to an alumnus in recognition of exceptional pub- Dr. John Thurlow lic witness and service of Gospel values for the kingdom of God. Peter accepted his award of San Antonio TX on March 21 at an All-School Mass in the Marmion Abbey Church. (pictured right) won runner-up in Peter and his his wife (Suzanne) Letherman live in Granger IN with their three children: the 2010 American Andrew, Cecelia and Patrick. The death of their daughter Grace at 8 months old prompted College of Physi- Peter and Suzanne to start the Sweet Pea Foundation, a non-profi t organization helping cians Army Chap- sick children who are receiving medical care with an emphasis on “non-medical healing.” ter Resident Poster One hundred percent of the contributions received are directed towards the goals estab- Research Compe- lished with the foundation. For more information visit www.sweetpeafoundation.org. 21 Class Notes

tition. His research pilot study examined in Rockford with a reception at the Clock fi nishing his second quarter in Space Com- the use of photoplethysmography in dry Tower Resort. Ryan’s classmates Nate Win- munications Operations. Over the Christ- weight assessment. Visual inspection of ter, Brian Siedor and Will Siebold served mas holiday Adam travelled to Tucson AZ perfusion index trends during dialysis may as groomsmen. His sister Erin McGrath to visit Terry Peterson and AJ Zito...Kyle allow rapid identifi cation of patients who sang at the wedding along with Nick Wil- and Katie (Sym- are above their dry weight, and dry weight liams. Ryan and Sadie honeymooned in monds) Phillips of may be approximated with a calculation Brazil. Ryan is the President of Fox River Oswego (pictured using the perfusion index. Application of Millwork & Contracting, and Sadie is a right) were married on July 30, 2010 in this technology may assist physicians in Space Planning Analyst with Sears Hold- Negril, Jamaica. ings in Hoffman Estate. optimizing hemodialysis. John is currently Kyle is the grand- a third year internal medicine resident at son of Frank Perna Brook Army Medical Center in San Anto- ‘48. His brother nio TX...Jonathan and Dana (Petersen) Ryan Phillips ’03 White of Downers Grove were married on 2001 was Best Man. Kyle November 27 at St. Michael Church in Ga- Michael and Elizabeth (Saxen) Duggan graduated from lena. James White ‘96 was the Best Man of Aurora were married on October 9 at St. North Central Col- and groomsmen were classmates Peter Pius X Church in Cedar Rapids IA. Fr. Ba- lege in Naperville Ponterio, Robert Weiler and Paul White. sil Yender OSB ‘61 presided over the Mass with a B.A. degree in Psychology. He is and Alexander Pagonis was the Best Man. employed at Sir Speedy Printing of Naper- Groomsmen were John Duggan, Jr. ‘94, Pe- ville as Vice President of Sales and Mar- keting. Katie is a graduate of Elmhurst ter Duggan ‘94 and Quentin Smith. Ben- College with a degree in Elementary Edu- 2000 jjamin O’Connor and Christopher Kolk- cation with an endorsement in literacy. She Ryan and Sadie mmeyer also participated in the ceremony. is employed at Bednarcik Junior High-Os- (Ritterbusch) OOther Marmion alumni in attendance were: wego School District #308...Brett Rowe of McGrath of DDick Hawks ‘57 and classmates Kenny Chicago joined the 1st National Tour of Dis- Aurora (pic- HHartmann, John Kopp, Adam Freda, Mike ney’s Mary Poppins the musical in January tured right) LLenert, Brett Rowe, Joe Cibulskis and Joe as a keyboardist. He was back in Chicago were married BBaish...Adam Ochs of Pacifi c Grove CA is a March 24-26 to perform with the Chicago on October 9 at LLieutenant in the Navy stationed at the Na- Symphony Orchestra. the Court Street vval Postgraduate School in Monterey CA. United Meth- HHe is truly enjoying his career and is just odist Church

Vic Hawks ‘93 Meets with South Pacifi c Cast Vic Hawks ‘93 stopped by his alma mater on December 22 to meet with the Marmion cast of South Pacifi c. Vic portrayed “Stew- pot” in the Broadway revival of the show that won seven Tony Awards in 2008.

Vic talked to the students about his days on the Marmion stage, “When I started doing the musicals at Marmion, it wasn’t be- cause I wanted to sing and dance, it was for the girls!”

“What I realized was that through the characters we create a sep- arate world on stage. It is our job to fi gure out their complexities and relationships to one another. Then you can react naturally to others on stage without thinking too much.”

Vic also talked to the cast about the importance of letting down their guard with one another and proceeded to get them up and moving with some fun improv exercises.

Marmion presented their spring production of South Pacifi c the Vic Hawks ‘93 works on some improv exercises with the cast of Marmion’s spring musical “South Pacifi c.” Vic starred as “Stewpot” weekend of April 8-10. in the Broadway revival of the musical which won seven Tony Awards 22 in 2008. Class Notes 2003 Gregory Booth of North Aurora gradu- Dan Jackson ‘01 and Joe Donovan ‘36 ated from the University of Dayton School of Law and was admitted to the Illinois Memorial Student Assistance Award Bar on November 4, 2010. He is an as- sociate at the Solis Law Firm in Cicero The family of Dan Jackson ‘01 and Joe Donovan ‘36 have set up a Memorial where he practices personal injury and Student Assistance Award is their memory. The award is granted each year to workers’ compensation law...Anthony a deserving freshmen or sophomore student at Marmion who has proven need and Stephanie (Thompson) Huebner of of fi nancial assistance. The student reipient is determined by the Headmaster at North Aurora were married on December the beginning of the school year. 18 at St. Rita of Cascia Church in Aurora. After the ceremony, the couple received a Dan Jackson was an assistant freshman football coach at Marmion when he was surprise from the Warriors’ Watch Riders killed in an auto accident on October 7, 2008. Joe Donovan, Dan’s grandfather who gave the newlyweds a 13-vehicle es- and a local attorney, died just nine months earlier on January 7, 2008. cort from the church to the reception. The nationwide group of volunteers support troops overseas and families at home and at www.thecurtainbox.com...John Kono- honor service members with welcomes vodoff of Sugar Grove graduated from Il- and motorcycle escorts upon return to the 2005 Alexander and Emily (Glatczak) Meade linois Wesleyan December 2010 (3.5 years) US. Anthony and Stephanie meet at Mar- of Ft. Lewis WA were married on August earning a Bachelor degree. John double quette university, where they were both 15, 2008 while Alexander was on Med tour majored in Finance and Business with a mi- enrolled in the ROTC program. They both leave from Iraq. On February 13, 2010, nor in Russian. At IWU John played 4 years served yearlong deployments in Afghani- they celebrated the birth of their fi rst child, of football. He played cornerback, safety, stan. Anthony was an Army Ranger and Caeden Charles. Alexander joined the US receiver and kicker. He was Founder and Stephens served in Army Intelligence...Ted Army Infantry in 2006. After Basic Train- President of the 52 member Stock Club, a and Sarah (Burris) Lauzen of Pensacola FL ing, he was stationed at Fort Hood TX with Titan Catholic and an RA for 3 years. John (pictured below with the Lauzen family) 1st Battalion 66th Armor Regiment, 1st Bri- will work in Chicago for Price Waterhouse were married on October 10 in a tradition- gade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Cooper beginning 2011...Michael H. Rob- al military wedding at Avenue Methodist (Mechanized). Alexander completed one inson of Sugar Grove graduated from the Church in Milford DE. Ted, a graduate of tour of duty in Iraq just south of Sadr City Army ROTC Leaders Development and Duke University, is a First Lieutenant in the from 2008-09. Upon returning from my de- Assessment Course, also known as “Op- U.S. Marine Corps and is presently fi nish- ployment to Iraq, moved up to Ft. Lewis, eration Warrior Forge,” at Fort Lewis in ing Advanced Flight School. Sarah gradu- WA to be assigned to 2nd Infantry Division Tacoma WA. The 32 days of training pro- ated from Clemson University and is an IT (Stryker). He is now awaiting deployment vide the best possible professional training Coordinator for Burris Logistics. again in 2012-13. and evaluation for cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Upon successful completion of the course, ROTC program and graduation 2007 from college, he will be commissioned as a DanD Hernandez of Geneva has landed his second lieutenant. Michael is a student at fi rst paying job in the Curtainbox Theatre Western Illinois University. Co.C production of Speed-the-Plow. The play wasw orignally going to be directed by Phil McKinleyM who has since been tapped to taket over the directing duties for the Broad- 2008 wayw musical Spiderman: Turn Off the Dark. Manny Juarez of Aurora led the North Speed-the-PlowS will be showing throughout Central College football team to a second- Lauzen Wedding: (l-r) Elliot ‘05, Rob, Hans, Sarah AprilA at The Village Theatre in Daven- round playoff game in the NCAA Division and Ted ‘03, Senator Chris ‘61 and Sarah Lauzen. port IA. More information can be found III Playoffs. Manny had signifi cant play- ing time this year, averaging 23.2 yards per catch, with three touchdown passes. Send your family and career updates to [email protected] 2009 1LT Derek Evans of Killeen TX is an Army Class Notes appears in the November & April Infantry Offi cer. He recently returned from a deployment to Iraq and is currently sta- issues of the Marmion Magazine tioned at Ft Hood TX. 23 Magazine

Steak Fry/Lobster Boil 28th Annual & Big Ticket Raffl e XX Cadet Classic

Friday, June 3 Friday (adults 21 and older) July 22, 2011 Lobster Dinner - $35 Steak Dinner - $30 (dinner ticket includes all the sides, dessert and drinks) Bliss Creek Golf Course Sugar Grove Featuring: Live Auction - Raffl es $125 per player Split-the-Pot 1:00pm Shot-Gun Start Scramble format Big Ticket Raffl e XX Lunch, Dinner & Prizes Only 1,000 tickets sold A $100 ticket makes you eligible to win the Green and Tee Sponsorships Available $25,000 Grand Prize! Contact Alumni Office To purchase dinner and raffl e tickets (630) 897-6936, Ext. 228 contact the Alumni Offi ce: [email protected] (630) 897-6936, ext. 228 or [email protected]