DEDE LALA SALLESALLE INSTITUTE December 2005

JOHN C. PARMER 1928 - 2005 De La Salle Institute Class of 1946 message from the president DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2005

De La Salle Magazine is published quarterly by De La here was once a small boy who was from a very poor family. They bare- Salle Institute’s Office for Advancement. The purpose of ly had enough for food and he only had tattered clothes to wear to school. the publication is to unite the T Despite the hardships, the family always had a strong faith in God. Christian Brothers, alumni, T students, parents, faculty, staff One day, a group of his classmates were making fun of him and asked him if God and friends together in De La Salle’s mission of excellence in really loved him, why did God not alleviate the family's dire poverty. In their education. harassment of him and his faith they implied God had failed his family miserably. In response, the little boy said that God had indeed answered their prayers, but the person God assigned to help them had been the one to fail, not God. Send us your thoughts Br. Michael Quirk, FSC Letters to the editor are This past September, John C. Parmer '46 passed away after a yearlong battle with encouraged and appreciated. cancer. John was one of those people who God had sent to help others, but in Letters must be signed and have John's case, he did not fail God. Together with his wife, Carolyn, John Parmer made sure that those who an address and/or telephone number. Letters to the editor were less fortunate got a chance for a better life. may be published and edited for length and clarity. Please send Many in the De La Salle community are aware of the generosity of the Parmers through their decades-long correspondence to: support of De La Salle Institute. Not only did they share of their treasure, but John also gave of his time and talent. John Parmer served on the De La Salle Board of Directors from its inception in 1990 until his De La Salle Institute death. In that role, he helped guide the school in a recommitment to our Lasallian roots and the ultimate Attn: De La Salle Magazine decision to stay at 35th and Wabash and to expand our mission of education. De La Salle Institute would 3455 S. Wabash Ave. not be the vibrant school it is today without the leadership of John Parmer. Chicago, IL 60616 PHONE 312.842.7355 FAX 312.842.4142 Many are aware that the Parmers are also the founders of LINK Unlimited, a non-profit educational schol- E-MAIL [email protected] arship organization that provides funding and support for students to attend a Catholic high school. The WEBSITE http://www.dls.org first LINK student, the first of thousands, was a young man who enrolled at De La Salle in 1970. John Parmer was also a supporter of many other good causes, among them Dominican University and Mission Statement Resurrection Hospital.

De La Salle Institute is an John was a rare individual who was an instrument of the Lord, who assisted, empowered and guided oth- independent Catholic secondary school rooted in the tradition of ers to a better life. For so many people and for many institutions, he was an example of God's concern and Christian education begun by St. love. For we who remain, the question can be asked of us, "Who am I to help? When and where am I to John Baptist de La Salle. be a shining example of God's concern?" Founded in 1889, its mission has been, and is, to foster a desire for excellence in education. Young people from a variety of ethnic and economic Sincerely, backgrounds are given the opportunity to fully develop their abilities so they may be active, contributing members of our complex, changing society. Brother Michael Quirk, FSC DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE President, De La Salle Institute

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On Cover - A memorial tribute to John C. Parmer ‘46 faculty/staff news

In Their Own Words

Tom White has been teaching and coaching at De La Salle since 1995. In his 21 years in the field of education, White spent 18 years as a reading and English teacher. During his tenure in the class- room, White was nominated for the Golden Apple Award, chosen as the Teacher of the Year at Weber High School, selected as the Heart of the School Award winner at both Weber and De La Salle, as well as earning a Lasallian Educator Award at De La Salle.

Outside the classroom, White also has been successful at De La Salle. The head coach for the Meteors' varsity boys basketball team, White has posted a 161-111 record (.592 winning percentage) since taking over the program prior to the start of the 1995-96 season. White, who also serves the Institute as its athletic director, also was chosen as the Daily Southtown's Coach of the Year (1997- 98), as well as holding membership on the Basketball Coaches Association's All-State Board and the Illinois High School Association's Basketball Advisory Committee. In addition, White also is the ICOP's League representative.

White and his wife, Nancy, are the proud parents of Erin, a junior at De La Salle's Lourdes Hall Campus, Tommy, a sophomore at De La Salle's Institute Campus, Zach, an eighth-grader who will be a member of De La Salle's Class of 2010 and Josh, a sixth-grader who will be a member of De La Salle's Class of 2012. Erin holds a 3.40 grade- point average and is a member of the volleyball and softball programs, while Tommy maintains a 3.30 grade-point average and is a member of the soccer and band programs.

Here in Tom White's words is what coaching and teaching at De La Salle means to him:

consider myself a Catholic Salle provide a complete academic school product. I attended St. environment. I consider myself II Turibius Grade School, St. blessed and fortunate that I was Rita High School and Lewis able to work for the Resurrectionist University. After graduating from clergy at Weber and now for the college, I taught at Weber High Christian Brothers here at De La School from 1985-95 and have Salle. been at De La Salle since then. By being here at De La Salle every De La Salle is a South Side school day, I have the opportunity to see and I consider myself a Catholic our teachers and I know we have a Leaguer for life. I want the same for great teaching staff. I watch our stu- my kids, because an education at dents interact with one another and De La Salle is strong in faith, it has I know this is the way it's supposed deep community roots and is just an to be. overall great education. I truly believe a De La Salle education prepares all our students for the world.

I was raised in a South Side Irish family and I truly believe in my heart that De La Salle is the Chicago school. Because I've spent 20 years working, coaching and teaching in Catholic education in Chicago, I feel that we at De La tomwhite

DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE December 2005 3 campus news

DLS band featured on television - twice! ithin a two-week span in October 2005, the De La Salle band was featured in a pair of television WW appearances. On October 5, the Meteors, under the direction of De La Salle band director Larry Pawlowski, per- formed on CBS 2 Chicago's Morning News outside of U.S. Cellular Field, home of the 2005 World Champion .

The highlight of the Meteors' performance was a stirring rendi- tion of "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." In addition, De La Salle's president, Br. Michael Quirk, FSC, was interviewed by CBS 2 Chicago reporter Vince Gerasole.

On October 21, De La Salle's band performed live on WGN-TV's Morning Show as a pep rally honoring the Sox was held at St. Jerome Parish in Bridgeport.

Congratulations to Larry Pawlowski and the members of the Meteor band for their outstanding performances.

Senior chosen as a Bob Fiorentino ‘00 National Achievement named school’s new Scholarship semi-finalist Associate Director for e La Salle senior Matthew Special Events Ivy '06 was chosen as a semifinalist in the 2006 n August 2005, Bob DD Fiorentino '00 was named De National Achievement Scholarship Program, which is conducted by the II La Salle's Associate Director National Merit Scholarship for Special Events. His primary role Corporation for African-American is to coordinate special events for the students. The semifinalists, who were school’s Office for Advancement, named this past fall, earned their specifically for the school’s alumni standing after taking the Preliminary and friends. Some of these functions SAT National Merit Scholarship include the annual summer golf out- Qualifying Test as high school juniors. ing, the Alumni Banquet and D-Final Event. He also helps coordinate the Semifinalists who fulfill additional requirements will be eligi- school’s student fundraiser. ble to compete for 800 awards as 2006 Achievement Scholars. The awards to be made this spring are supported by corpora- Fiorentino, who graduated from Saint Mary's University tions, professional associations and the NMSC's own funds. (Minn.) in May 2004, holds degrees in International Business and Spanish. Fiorentino spent the 2004-05 school year as De Enrolled in De La Salle's Honors Program, Ivy is ranked num- La Salle's Assistant Director of Admissions. Fiorentino can be ber 22 in the 195-member Class of 2006 and maintains a contacted at (312) 842-7355 ext. 146 or by e-mail at fiorenti- 3.882 overall grade-point average. Outside the classroom, Ivy [email protected]. also excels as a member of the Meteors' cross country and ten- nis teams. Congratulations and best of luck to De La Salle For more information on upcoming alumni events, please turn senior Matthew Ivy. to page nine in the De La Salle Magazine.

4 DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE December 2005 Meteor sports update

Meteor football/soccer field gets lights n August 25, 2006, the rich history of De La Salle ath- In 2006, the Meteors will play home varsity and sophomore foot- letics will add a new chapter as the Meteors will begin ball games against Curie (Aug. 25), Saint Laurence (Sept. 1), OO playing all of their home football games under the (Sept. 29, Homecoming), Mount Carmel (Oct. lights at Dan Ryan Field. 13) and Providence Catholic (Oct. 27).

By raising part of the money through a successful student For more information, please contact De La Salle athletic direc- fundraiser, De La Salle's football and soccer teams will now have tor Tom White at 312-842-7355 ext. 118. the ability to play home games at night. Adding lights is the first phase of the total transformation of Dan Ryan Field into Chet Bulger Stadium.

When completed, in addition to lights, the venue will have new synthetic turf, new home stands and outdoor hospitality areas. The new facility will host soccer matches and band contests in addition to football.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to thrive," Meteors head football coach Scott Baum said. "High school foot- ball is synonymous with Friday nights.

"Our coaching staff and players are looking forward to playing under the lights and I'd like to invite everyone to come out and watch our Meteors play."

Meteor fall sports highlights In a variety of venues, De La Salle's athletes earned their share this season. Harris finished fourth on the Meteors in tackles in of accolades this past fall. 2005 with 62, while also forcing a fumble and recovering a fumble. In VOLLEYBALL, four Meteors were named to the De La Salle's sophomore football team finished the season with All-GCAC Blue team. a record of 4-5, while the Meteors' freshman squad was 5-4. Honored were seniors Jenna Bruno '06, Kristie Frugoli '06 In SOCCER, senior and Becca Weaver '06, along forwards Joshua De La with junior Erin White '07. In Rosa '06 and Fernando addition to being chosen to Padilla '06 were chosen the All-GCAC Blue team, to the All-Catholic Weaver was also named the Player of the Year in the conference. League team. Padilla Weaver recorded 255 digs, 154 kills and 64 aces. finished the 2005 sea- son with 22 goals and In FOOTBALL, varsi- J. De La Rosa '06 seven assists, while De F. Padilla '06 ty senior defensive La Rosa added seven lineman Quincy Harris goals and a pair of assists. '06 and senior offen- sive lineman David As for GOLF, the Meteors placed 11th in the Chicago Catholic Wisniewski '06 gar- League and 12th in regional play. nered places on the All- Catholic League Blue The Meteors' CROSS COUNTRY team took eighth in the Q. Harris '06 team for their efforts D. Wisniewski '06 .

DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE December 2005 5 campus feature What is Lasallian? e La Salle Institute is We are proud of our Christian Brothers' ner with them in order to best achieve the well-known around tradition. Some of our alumni still con- Mission of the schools and respond to the Chicago as an outstand- sider themselves "Brothers' Boys." In the needs of society and the Church. ing institution of learn- past several decades, since the Second ing that forms leaders of Vatican Council in the 1960s, religious The word "Lasallian" comes from our DsocietyD who are concerned with living out congregations like the Christian Brothers proud understanding of the founder of the the Gospel. Even after 117 years of tradi- have been called by the continued on page 7 tion here on the South Side of Chicago, Church to examine their the "Institute" is not content merely to rest roots and founders. In “Meteors are community-minded. on its reputation. The Mission of De La light of this renewed They get fully involved in any service Salle continues to evolve and respond to awareness, we use the you ask of them. They initiate drives the needs of its students and the commu- term "Lasallian" to to respond to crises. They give reg- nity. We never lose sight of our heritage in describe the ministry of ularly to missions and collect for the the 300-year-old tradition of the Christian the Brothers together Brothers. and by association with less fortunate. They go to nursing non-Brothers who part- homes, food pantries, soup kitchens, their parishes and grade schools. They are happy to do whatever is asked of “Through community service at De them, especially for those who are more in need.” La Salle, I have a whole different perspective on helping people. We Brother Kevin Fitzgerald, FSC were involved with the Special Christian Brother and faculty member, De La Salle Olympics. The participants tried hard and had just as much fun as we did. I realized that we are all different, but we are all the same, too. I am really grateful to have had that experience.”

Jennifer Rhodes, '06 Mayor, City of De La Salle

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“As a student, my education at De La Salle opened my eyes and allowed me to appreciate diversity in my fellow students. As an educator, I encourage my students to ‘put their Lasallian best foot forward’ each time they In the tradition of the enter my class. As such, I am com- BROTHERS pelled to practice what I preach!” OF THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ted Morgan, '77 Teacher and Coach

men with whom he to which we are called at De La Salle: “Although my son has been a stu- came to live in religious "Enter to learn, leave to serve!" or dent at De La Salle for only a few community. It is due to "Teaching minds, touching hearts, trans- months, my husband and I have this growing awareness forming lives!" are some slogans that we noticed a change in Jon in that he is of their "roots" that have heard. Like most Lasallian schools truly developing into a well-rounded today's Christian around the world, we at De La Salle Christian young man. Our family Brothers feel called by attempt to focus our work on four key lives walking distance from two other the Holy Spirit to a principles: EDUCATIONAL EXCEL- high schools - one Catholic and one shared mission, together LENCE, FAITH, COMMUNITY, AND with students and their SERVICE. public. However, we felt De La Salle was the best families, alumni, boards school for our son. We've been proven right.” of directors, donors, We look forward to exploring our friends, community Lasallian heritage in coming issues of this Mary Rickert leaders, faculty, and magazine, but we hope, in this issue, to Mother of student Jonathan Rickert '09 staff. A Lasallian school begin by sharing the insights of some of is collaborative, and our own Meteor collaborators in the Christian Brothers, Saint John Baptist de every person is an individual who is shared Lasallian mission of De La Salle La Salle. Careful study of his writings loved, respected and expected to partici- Institute. and reflection upon his interaction and pate fully in the life of the school. Part of cooperation with the early Brothers that participation hinges on an awareness inform the Mission of the work that we all of and ultimate networking with some of share: To give a human, Christian educa- the more than 900,000 Lasallian students tion to the young, especially the poor. around the world and their families, sup- porters, faculty, staff, and Christian Examination of the founding of the earli- Brothers across the globe. est schools of the Institute in the late 17th and early 18th centuries shows a dynamic There are many excellent phrases that we collaboration between de La Salle and the use to remind us of the Lasallian Mission

“Going to a large, diverse school like “The De La Salle students really love De La Salle has allowed me to bond to learn and so many go to such with my classmates and teachers excellent colleges. What a wonderful and achieve my goal to be well pre- opportunity each student has to go pared for my future.” on retreats and pray and bond and learn about themselves with God.”

Ed Hill, '06 Sister Josita Krzeminski SSJ-TOSF Mayor, City of De La Salle Lourdes Hall Campus Minister

DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE December 2005 7 campus news/Tolton news

Former Principal & Brother Luke Lynch passes away

ormer Brother Luke Education from DePaul University in 1971. Constantius (Connie) Lynch FF passed away on Nov. 5, Mr. Lynch became a Christian Brother in 1938 and taught a 2005, at the age of 91. He is survived variety of subjects at secondary schools in St. Paul and by his wife, Dorothy, and nieces and Minneapolis, Minn.; Memphis, Tenn.; and Nicaragua. nephews. His brother, Br. Hermes Joseph, FSC, preceded him in death. Mr. Lynch finished the last phase of his professional career as Principal, President and Superintendent at De La Salle, working Mr. Lynch graduated from St. Mary's at the Institute from August 1971 until 1982, before withdraw- College (Minn.) in 1937, received a ing from the Brothers in 1982. Master's Degree in Speech and Dramatics from Northwestern De La Salle Institute extends its deepest sympathies to the University in 1951 and also received a Master's Degree in Lynch family.

Toltonnewsflash The Tolton Center is an adult education program that provides and courage of women whose work promotes the common employability skills, family literacy and child services in low- good and health of residents of Chicago's West Side. income communities in the Chicagoland area, without fee. The Tolton strategy is to empower poverty-level adults through aca- On October 25, 2005, the Tolton Center celebrated its stu- demic achievement. This strategy recognizes that breaking the dent orientation at the Paul Revere Elementary School on illiteracy cycle must begin with the adult who is the center of the Chicago's South Side where adult education technology pro- family and community structure. grams have been offered since the fall of 2003.

Since the beginning of the 2005-06 school year, there have been De La Salle's Vice President of Community Affairs, a variety of events that have taken place at the Tolton Center's Lawrence Blakley '83, who is also the Executive Director sites. Here are some of the highlights: of Tolton Center, was in attendance as was Patricia Redd, Revere's Community School Coordinator. The orientation The communities at Our Lady of Tepeyac Elementary began with a dazzling PowerPoint presentation facilitated by School and Toman Library in Chicago's Little Village neigh- Pamela Clemons, Tolton's Adult Education Coordinator of borhood have welcomed Tolton's expansion into English as the computer programs. a Second Language (ESL) services. ESL and family literacy services are provided at both sites. Tolton instructors Marie The presentation gave a history of the program since its White and Mary Lou Jenks are enthusiastic about their stu- inception, and it celebrated the numerous partners and col- dents' progress. laborators who have assisted in fostering technology and GED programs within the BrookHaven and Oakland com- Parenting classes at Tolton's Legler Library site on Chicago's munities. The technology program offers parents and com- West Side are being enriched as the University of Illinois' munity residents free computer classes every Tuesday Extension Program has offered a nutrition class to students evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students are placed into class- each Thursday. Parents learned how to make their family's es provided at two competency levels. Thanksgiving dinner more nutritious. Class response has been enthusiastic. Participants were slated to receive a cer- Brock Bolton instructs the beginning level classes and tificate at the completion of the six-week course. Shirley Elmore instructs the intermediate and advanced level classes. These "state of the art" technology classes are In October, Susan Perez, director of Tolton's Legler Library offered for the fall, winter and spring sessions. These pro- site, was honored at a breakfast for "Women Who Make a grams are offered through the generous donations of the Difference." The event was held at the community room of Comer Science and Education Foundation. Anyone interest- Loretto Hospital in Chicago and was hosted by Illinois ed in finding out more about this great program can reach Representative Deborah L. Graham, who acknowledged the Patricia Redd at (773) 535-6787. importance of literacy education and lauded the dedication

8 DE LA SALLE MAGAZINE December 2005 the office for advancement

s we enter the final month of the calendar year, there is much for which to be grateful as we reflect on the amazing generosity of De La Salle alumni and friends. Measured by the increased strength of our academic programs, qual- AA ity faculty and staff, student financial assistance program, and numerous campus improvements, your selfless giv- ing has a remarkable impact on our students' daily lives. Your participation is truly an ongoing gift and we thank you.

The second half of our year is incredibly important beginning with our entrance exam on Saturday, January 14th. Please con- tinue to share your pride in De La Salle with family and friends. They say success is a choice. Our alumni and current stu- dents are evidence of this in their choosing De La Salle. So please talk it up and let everyone know about the De La Salle experience.

Finally, we have so many exciting events planned throughout the second half of our fiscal year. I look forward to seeing many of you at these events as well as at our sporting events. On behalf of our entire advancement staff I thank you and may good health, peace, and pros- perity be with you and your family throughout the New Year.

Sincerely,

Anthony C. Chimera '83 Vice President of Advancement

Bob Fiorentino '00 Office of Special Events, Director Phone: 312-842-7355 x146 E-mail: [email protected]

"More than 2,000 alumni and friends supported De La Salle events last year. Come join the fun and camaraderie. Volunteers for events are always welcome and appreciated." SAVESAVE THETHE DATE!DATE!

DATE EVENT LOCATION March 2006 Graduates of 1970 - 2000 Alumni Reception TBD

April 3, 2006 15th Annual D-Final Event De La Salle

May 2006 Legal Leaders Luncheon TBD

June 28, 2006 DLS Endowment Golf Classic Glen Eagles Country Club

DATE EVENT LOCATION Feb. 18, 2006 Lourdes High School All-Class Reunion Gaelic Park

February 2006 Lourdes High School Volleyball Tournament and Reunion Parmer Activity Center

June 24-25, 2006 Lourdes High School Class of 1956 Mass and Pilgrimage Our Lady of Snows

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De La Salle mourns the loss of a valiant Meteor John C. Parmer ‘46 - 1928-2005

n Sept. 12, 2005, De La Salle conferences and convocations. suffered the loss of board mem- OO ber John C. Parmer '46, who "My husband loved De La Salle because of what it gave him as far as passed away at the age of 77 in Winnetka, good Christian values upon which to base his life," Carolyn Parmer Ill. said. "He also loved De La Salle because he saw that De La Salle had remained true to the Christian Brothers' tradition of educating all boys Mr. Parmer, who generously donated the willing to be challenged regardless of their financial situation. lead gift for the Parmer Activity Center that opened in late 1998 on the Institute "He was very enthusiastic about the addition of Lourdes (Hall, De La Campus, founded the Cole-Parmer Salle's young women's campus) to the De La Salle community, and saw Instrument Company in 1955 with his it as an expansion of the Christian Brothers' mission. And he wished the partner, Jerry Cole. The Cole-Parmer Parmer Activity Center to be named for his parents because they, too, Instrument Company became a leading had felt that a good education was so essential that they sacrificed global distributor of laboratory and indus- everything else to provide the best education possible for each of their trial fluid handling products, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. children."

In 1966, Mr. Parmer and his wife, Carolyn, started Link Unlimited, a The impact Mr. Parmer had on De La Salle was also recognized by not-for-profit organization that provides educational services and men- those who served alongside him on the Institute's board of directors. toring to low-income African-American youth from Chicago's inner city. Through Link Unlimited, academically-motivated youth gain an "John was a guy who made me prepare more for board meetings opportunity to receive a quality private school education and the aca- because he had very insightful questions," Mike Bansley '53 said. "He demic enrichment services they need to ensure high school graduation also brought levity and humor to the meetings. He was a very intelli- and enrollment in a four-year college or university. Since 1966, Link gent man who made you work harder. He had a great sense of humor, Unlimited has served more than 1,300 students. he was very bright and he was extremely generous with his time and his treasure. Upon entering the Link program in their freshman year of high school, each student is matched one-to-one with a sponsor/mentor. Sponsors "At our board meetings, John always had good questions and he kept us contribute toward the cost of private secondary education and agree to on our toes. He was a very lovable guy and I really enjoyed being with be a friend, motivator and advisor to a student as they grow and devel- him. He was a delight and he'll truly be missed." op in the Link program. Mr. Parmer also was an original member of the St. Francis Hospital In addition to serving on the board of directors at De La Salle, Mr. Founders Society and served as the chairman of the board of directors Parmer also was on the board of Dominican University. of the development foundation of Resurrection Health Care, the parent company of St. Francis Hospital, which is located in Evanston, Ill. "John Parmer was a wonderful person," De La Salle board member Bob Cronin said. "He and his wife, Carolyn, were active in many worth- Mr. Parmer, who grew up in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, held while charities and causes. John was dedicated to De La Salle. He rec- a degree in chemistry from Saint Mary's College in Winona, Minn. ognized the importance of a Catholic high school education. John was generous with his talent and time, as well as material support of De La Mr. Parmer is survived by his wife, three sons, two daughters, three sis- Salle." ters and one brother. His funeral Mass was held at Sts. Faith, Hope and Charity Parish in Winnetka. Thanks to the munificence of the Parmer family, the 52,000-square-foot Parmer Activity Center was built at De La Salle, with the Meteors "Much has been written about John Parmer since his death," De La defeating Bishop McNamara 63-51 in the opening game on Dec. 4, Salle board member James Woodrow '53 said. "I would like to relate 1998. The Parmer Activity Center - which is named for Mr. Parmer's some of the little things that made him such a great man and a good parents, John F. and Christine E. Parmer - serves as the home facility friend of 'D.' for De La Salle's boys and girls basketball teams, the girls and boys vol- leyball teams, the wrestling team and the track team. "As a youth, he had polio that resulted in a weakness in one leg. For that reason, he decided to try out for the baseball team as a pitcher since his In addition, Masses, the annual D-Final Event, physical education mobility was limited. Of course, he made the team. John also sang in classes and other ceremonies are held in the Parmer Activity Center, the Glee Club. He also sold tickets at the basketball games from the box which has three full-size basketball courts, three volleyball courts, an office in the old gym. indoor track, a weight room, two batting cages, a wrestling room, a training room for the full-time athletic trainer, five locker rooms and "John never stopped pitching for 'D' or singing its praises or selling its offices for the athletic department. The Parmer Center is also the site of tickets. The board will miss John's inspiration and his friendship." many community and neighborhood functions and has hosted many

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School names Pat Huels ‘67 new Chair of the Board e La Salle Memphis, also has served on the board of the Fellowship proudly House, as well as holding memberships in P.U.M.P. (People DD announces United for McKinley Park), the Canaryville Improvement that Patrick M. Huels Association, the Friends of McKinley Park Library and the '67 will serve as the South Loop Chamber of Commerce. Institute's new Chairman of the Board. "I had been a board member before and I was happy to rejoin Huels was appointed to the board as chairman and guide us into the next decade," Huels the position in said. "This means a lot to me. My dad went to De La Salle, and September 2005 and my brother and son also went to De La Salle. will serve a three-year term as Chairman of the "There is a lot of pride for me to come back as its chairman." Board. Huels was on the Board of Directors at De La Salle from 1991-2001 and has served on the Institute's Development Huels' father, John, graduated from the Institute in 1934. John Committee since 2001. He will remain a member of the (Jack) Huels, Patrick's brother, earned his diploma from De La Development Committee. Salle in 1966. Brian Ross, Patrick's son, is a 1991 graduate.

Huels also holds positions of leadership with several other "I have a lot of memories of being a student at De La Salle," organizations, including serving as the Chairman of the Board Huels said. "I played sports when I was there and I was on the of Managers of the Valentine Boys and Girls Club in baseball team. Prentiss Jackson is one of my closest friends and Bridgeport. He is also a member of the Benton House Board of we were in the same classes together for four years. Directors, as well as the Mercy Hospital Development Board. Huels also has been the Chairman of De La Salle's Endowment "A lot of the friends I met at De La Salle are still my friends to Golf Classic for the last three years. this day. De La Salle provided a very broad education and they gave me an opportunity to meet people from different neigh- Huels, who is a graduate of Christian Brothers University in borhoods and backgrounds from across the city."

HELP US REACH OUR ANNUAL FUND GOALS MAKE YOUR GIFT ONLINE Visit www.dls.org! As a valued member of the De La Salle community, you have an enormous impact on our academic life and the school's capacity to prepare its students, instilling in each Easy and convenient a passion for learning. Please help us reach our goal of $780,000 (1,695 donors) this year by making a gift to No envelopes De La Salle's Annual Fund. Our fiscal year ends June 30. No stamps As of November 30, 2005, we have achieved: Total Dollars: $109,816 (14% of goal) Earn credit card points Total Donors: 347 (20% of goal) It’s secure Areas of Support: Financial Aid, Program Support, Capital Improvements, Athletics, Technology, Faculty Development Thank you for your generous support! YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!

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p L Chicago Gaelic Park t S i i 1956 and the Silver Jubilee Class of v r e i 6119 West 147th Street, e h p 1981 will be honored. In addition, all s T S Oak Forest, Illinois O e classes celebrating reunion n . . . T h anniversaries (those classes ending Cocktails 6 p.m. Dinner 7 p.m. in six and one) will also be Cash bar available throughout the evening recognized. $65 per person or $100 per couple Thanks to the efforts of the class representatives, over 370 Lourdes alumnae were in attendance at last year's reunion. We would like to have even more Lourdes alumnae at this year's event.

If you are interested in serving as a class representative and would like to be a contributing factor to what surely will be a fun and memorable reunion or would like more information, please contact Bob Fiorentino, De La Salle's Associate Director of Special Events, at (312) 842-7355 ext. 146 or by e-mail at

GIFT PLANNING MADE SIMPLE! Lourdes’ H.S. WWW.DLS-ESTATEPLANNING.ORG Alumnae gather De La Salle's Office for Institutional Advancement has designed this charitable gift planning site specifically with you in mind. Its fresh content, interactive design and n Oct. 23, 2005, the Lourdes easy navigation combine with: Class of 1955 held a reunion at the Old Barn Restaurant in Personalized gift stories OO Burbank, Ill. Chairing the event were Updates on important topics to seniors For more information, Marguerite Schallmo Perlinski, Timely financial and charitable planning arti- please contact Delores Plucinski Justyn and Harriet cles Anthony C. Chimera ‘83, at 312.842.7355, ext. 141, (Pat) Symkowski Kmak. In all, 53 Case studies or [email protected] graduates of the 193-member Class of Flash presentations 1955 were in attendance and a feature Personal color gift illustrations and also was written in the Daily Multiple contact opportunities Southtown newspaper about the event. The site also offers a GiftLaw component designed to bring professional advisors such Congratulations, Class of 1955! as attorneys, CPAs, and financial planners estate planning updates and resources.

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Hundreds gather for Alumni Banquet

n November 11, 2005, the 110th Annual Alumni Banquet was held at the Gaelic Park Banquet Facility in Oak OO Forest. More than 350 distinguished De La Salle alumni were in attendance. Honored at the festivities were the Golden Jubilee Class of 1955, celebrating their 50th anniversary, and the Silver Jubilee Class of 1980, celebrating their 25th anniversary. Also honored during the Alumni Banquet was Thomas Ciukaj '55 who posthumously received the Honor Key award.

Each year, the De La Salle Institute Alumni Association awards the Honor Key to graduates and/or former faculty and staff members of the school who have distinguished themselves by their achievements at De La Salle and/or by their civic or commercial success. Nominees are considered by a com- mittee of senior members of the Alumni Association. Committee recommendations are then forwarded to the Directors of the Alumni Association for their review and final approval. The committee welcomes any and all nomi- nations. Please forward your nomination to De La Salle Institute in care of the Alumni Association.

The bell that was rung at the Alumni Banquet is missing. Anyone with information is asked to call De La Salle, at 312.842.7355, ext. 146. Thank you.

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1968 George Paruch retired from the police department in Richmond, Texas with the rank of captain. Paruch holds degrees from the University of Illinois- Chicago, Sam Houston State University and the FBI National newsnotesnewsnotes Academy. Paruch, who is married and has two daughters, is currently 1948 Harry E. Andrasco and his 1958 Tim Domagalski and his family the automotive industry. Taheny, who employed by Valero Energy as a wife, Loretta, celebrated their 50th have relocated to Green Valley, Az. E- resides in Claremore, Ok., can be con- regional security manager. E-mail him wedding anniversary on Oct. 15, 2005. mail him at [email protected]. tacted at [email protected]. at [email protected]. Mass was held at Queen of Martyrs Parish in Chicago with a dinner follow- 1961 Frank Zelis, who is residing in 1966 Tony Peters has been named the 1970 John F. Breen passed away on ing at Toby's Restaurant in Palos Tucson, Az., let us know that he head boys basketball coach at Peak to June 29, 2005. For more information, Heights, Il. Attending the festivities watched the White Sox' victory in the Peak High School in Lafayette, Co. Mr. Breen's widow, Mrs. Marie Breen, were their 10 children and spouses, 2005 World Series with great enthusi- Peters brings 18 years experience may be contacted at [email protected] along with the Andrasco's 10 grand- asm. While a student at De La Salle, coaching high school basketball to the or [email protected]. children and many other relatives and Zelis worked the 1959 World Series as position, serving previously at Holy friends. Congratulations to the an Andy Frain usher. E-mail him at Family High School, Northglenn High 1971 Paul Kossart lives with his wife, Andrasco family on this wonderful [email protected]. School and Golden High School. Celine, and daughters, Emilie and occasion! Peters also has been a volunteer coach Anne Marie, in Peru, Ill. The Kossart 1962 John Jankowski has relocated at Colorado Christian University. family is eagerly awaiting the birth of 1952 Ronald Irace and his wife to Gaithersburg, Md. He is a member Peters possesses a Master's Degree in their first grandchild in March 2006. Maria Irace (Martinez) L‘56 current- of St. John Neumann Parish - Our Lady Criminal Justice from the University of E-mail him at [email protected]. ly reside in Mokena, Ill. They are the of Guadalupe Council 12127 Knights Colorado at Denver, and is currently a parents of five sons and grandparents of Columbus, as well as a member of professor in the Criminal Justice 1975 William Dougherty is working of 10. You can contact them at the Order of in Maryland. Department at Metropolitan State as a regional sales manager in the soft- [email protected] or contact Maria Contact him at [email protected]. College in Denver. Peters and his wife, ware industry. He's been in the soft- at [email protected]. Chris, have been married for 36 years ware industry for the last 16 years. 1963 Dennis Bell retired after 38 years and have two sons and a daughter. Dougherty has been married to his 1955 Jerome Klenck has a family of service to the Chicago Fire Their family resides in Broomfield, Co. wife, Richea, for the last 25 years. business in the auto body industry in Department. He currently lives in Twin E-mail him at [email protected]. They are the proud parents of Nickii, which his children have now become Lakes, Wis. You can e-mail him at Dmitri and Jasmine. E-mail him at his business partners. Klenck, who either [email protected] or at 1967 Alan Rucker is serving as the [email protected] or at owns five shops, plans to retire and [email protected]. choir director of St. Margaret of [email protected]. travel. He resides in Sebastian, Fla. E- Scotland Parish in Chicago. He can be mail him at [email protected]. 1965 Frank Taheny is a horse ranch- reached at [email protected]. 1988 Chris Pratapas is working as a er, as well as a Director of Service in Global Account Executive for Sprint and resides in Pinehurst, N.C. with his wife, Kimberly, and their sons, Trystan (9) and Cross (6). E-mail him at BMQ visits alumni in Colorado [email protected]. 1989 Emanuel Barr is married with n the way back to Chicago from attending a Lasallian conference in Salt Lake City, De two sons and resides in Chicago. He has spent the last 12 years working for La Salle President Brother Michael Quirk, FSC, was able to visit with a number of his church and is currently pursuing a OO Denver-area alumni and friends. There are 50-plus De La Salle alumni residing in Masters Degree in Divinity from Colorado. We hope to visit more alumni the next time a De La Salle Institute representative is in Harding University's Graduate School the area. of Religion. Barr hopes to eventually send his sons to De La Salle. He can be contacted at [email protected]. Pat Smid '42 is doing well in retirement and enjoys volunteering at his local Denver public ele- mentary school where he is both a tutor and mentor. All five of Pat's sons are graduates of Mullen, 1991 Wahib Manzur is currently Denver's Lasallian high school. residing in Goodyear, Az. Manzur and his wife are the proud parents of two sons. Manzur is working for the Pat Klem '91 is on staff at the University of Colorado hospital in the Pharmacology Division and Arizona Department of Corrections as takes full advantage of the area's ski resorts to perfect his snowboarding. a correctional sergeant. He can be reached at [email protected] or Guy Coffey '84 and his wife, Stephanie, are expecting [email protected]. their first child. Guy is a principal partner in a business Leyland Torres is currently deployed brokerage firm and is a competitive bike racer. in Iraq as a member of the American forces supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Torres can be reached at Al Coleman '63 and his wife, Betty, are proud grandpar- [email protected] and also at ents. Betty is still teaching gymnastics and swimming [email protected]. Thank while Al, happily retired, is working with senior citizens you for your service to our country. in Boulder County.

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1993 Justin Petraitis is the owner of a ny and is in charge of the company's for choosing to serve our country. also attending Loyola University in computer/audio-visual company in worldwide network. Carrillo also trav- Chicago. He can be contacted at Murfreesboro, Tn. He's also an aspiring els across the country as a sound engi- Brian Packer is currently student [email protected] or singer/songwriter who "hopefully has neer for various Mexican regional teaching as part of the McMurry [email protected]. some big hits on the way!" Petraitis can music groups. Carrillo Jr. is also the Fellowship Program at the Westminster be reached at [email protected] and justin- proud father of his daughter, Carmen. Schools in Atlanta, Ga. He can be con- 2004 Chris Paluch is a student at [email protected]. E-mail him at [email protected]. tacted at [email protected]. Northern University in Good luck, Justin! Marquette, Mich. He is a resident advi- Andre Gardner is working in the Drew Stevens graduated from sor and an Art & Design major with a 1995 Richard Blake and Danielle restaurant industry as he tries to attain Southern Illinois University - concentration in Electronic Imaging. Capra were married on August 20, a career in music. He can be contacted Carbondale in May 2005 with a degree E-mail him at [email protected]. 2005 at Holy Family Church in at [email protected]. in journalism. He is currently interning Chicago. The Blake family resides in at the Mobile Register in Mobile, Ala., Curtis Robinson is a student at the Art Chicago and can be contacted at Rick Staszak is in the United States as he pursues a career as a sports jour- Institute of Philadelphia. E-mail him at [email protected]. military as an avionics electrician. nalist. Stevens' biggest achievement in [email protected]. Staszak resides in Beach, Va., journalism thus far was earning a Herschel Henry is employed by the and can be reached at byline in SLAM Magazine, a national 2005 Pedro Castillo is a freshman at United States Army as an intelligence [email protected], publication with a circulation of the University of Illinois-Chicago. He officer. Henry resides in Killeen, Tx. E- 230,000 that covers high school, col- can be reached at [email protected]. mail him at [email protected] or 2000 Paki Latham is a veteran of the lege and professional basketball. [email protected]. United States Navy and is the father of E-mail him at [email protected]. Ryan Christophersen is enrolled at two children. Latham is looking for Western Illinois University where he is 1996 Frank Reda is working in the employment. He can be contacted at 2003 TyJuan Cratic is a junior at majoring in Political Science. E-mail investment management field as a [email protected]. Southern Illinois University in him at [email protected] or fixed income research analyst. Reda, Carbondale. He is majoring in political [email protected]. who is residing in North Miami Beach, 2001 Mark A. Baldacci was commis- science and economics. Cratic was the Fla., can be contacted at youngfr@hot- sioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the United president of the SIUC College Michael Podlasek is attending the mail.com or [email protected]. States Marine Corps on May 21, 2005 Democrats in 2003-04 and has served in Notre at the home of his parents, Diana and as an undergraduate student govern- Dame, In. He wishes everyone at De 1999 Douglas Bermudez graduated Andrew Baldacci, in New Lenox, Ill. ment senator since 2003. He was elect- La Salle well and says, "Go Irish!" from DePaul University in March Baldacci graduated from the Marine ed Democratic Precinct Committeeman E-mail him at [email protected]. 2003. He is currently employed by Officer Commissioning School in in March 2004 and interned for Senator D&R Technology in Glendale Heights, Quantico, Va., last summer. On May 7, Dick Durbin during the summer of Ron Rich is a student at Purdue Ill. as a computer support specialist. 2005, he graduated from the University 2005. He can be contacted at tycrat- University in West Lafayette, Ind. He You can e-mail Bermudez at of St. Francis in Joliet, Ill. with a [email protected] or [email protected]. can be contacted at [email protected] [email protected]. Bachelor's Degree in business adminis- or [email protected]. tration, magnum cum laude. Baldacci Michael Sanchez is currently working Jesus Carrillo Jr. is currently reported to Quantico, Va. in June 2005 at Pierce & Associates as a Title Send your newsnotes to Mike employed as a computer network engi- for Basic Infantry School. Research/Title Curative Specialist in Walsh at [email protected]. neer for a telecommunications compa- Congratulations, Mark and thank you the First Legal Department. Sanchez is

In memoriam

Our deepest sympathy to the families of the following De La Salle and Lourdes alumni newsnotesnewsnotes and friends of whose deaths we have been notified. 1970 Donna (Oles) Anhalt and her 1981 Elizabeth (Freapane) Piraino is and Enterprise Solutions Organization. husband, Rick, live in Normal, Il. with the proud mom of Rocco, a member of Suzy can be reached at either Anthony J. Quattrochi '42 their children, Matthew, Elizabeth, De La Salle's Class of 2009. She can be [email protected] or at Catherine and Joseph. Anhalt is a stay- reached at [email protected]. [email protected]. William L. Reynolds '55 at-home mom, but is also involved with Russell F. Martin '55 her part-time jobs, volunteer activities Jill (Kozubowski) Siegfried resides Laurie (Smolik) Wagner is working John F. Breen '70 and local theatre. Anhalt's husband is a with her husband, Jeff, and their chil- in the transportation industry as a trans- James F. Lewandowski '71 pilot for US Airways. Anhalt would dren, Zachary and Lauren, in portation specialist. Her son is a fresh- like to hear from her former class- Bolingbrook, Ill. Siegfried is the man at De La Salle. Wagner can be mates. Contact the family at donnaan- Director of Student Recreation and contacted at lauram@transitexpress- Geraldine Genet LHS '55 [email protected]. Fitness at Lewis University, as well as inc.com or [email protected]. Margaret La Coco LHS '55 the Flyers' head coach in women's ten- 1974 Kathleen (Gallery) Murray has nis. She can be contacted at 1998 Erika L. Smith-Davis has been Carol Morrissey LHS '55 been employed with the Chicago Park [email protected]. married to Kevin for the last six years Loretta Page LHS '55 District as a playground supervisor at and they have a two-year-old daughter, Normandy Park for the past 10 years. 1984 Suzy (Jaskierski) Doheny Kaliah. Smith-Davis is also the owner Her daughter, Brianne, attends Lewis resides with her husband, Mike, and of Nanny's Home Day Care and is pur- Bernadette Cannady University, while her son, Matthew, is a two children in LaGrange, Ill. Doheny suing a degree in Child Development. Luke Lynch member of De La Salle's Class of 2009. earned her MBA in 1998 and has been E-mail her at [email protected]. Murray can be contacted at employed by Motorola for 16 years. [email protected]. She is currently a Marketing/Business Send your newsnotes to Mike Manager for Motorola's Government Walsh at [email protected].

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