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Panther ProwlE l y r i a C a t h o l i C h i g h S C h o o l M a g a Z i N E > Fa l l 2 0 1 4

• A Call to Serve: Alumni Proudly Serving in Leadership Roles

• Immersion Trip: Honduras Reflection

• Panther Pavilion Dedication and Blessing

• 13-14 Donor Recognition Report

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EC students have been admitted to the following colleges & universities

Art Institute of Charleston

Ashland University

Baldwin Wallace University

Bowling Green State University

California University of Pennsylvania

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland State University

Columbus College of Art and Design

Community College of Beaver County

Cuyahoga Community College

Eastern Michigan University

Fordham University

Heidelberg University

John Carroll University

Kent State University

Lorain County Community College

Miami University

Middlebury College

Ohio University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Shawnee State University

The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute

The University of Akron

The University of Toledo

University of Central Missouri

University of Dayton

University of Kentucky

University of Mount Union

University of San Francisco

Villanova University

Walsh University

Wheeling Jesuit University

Wittenberg University

Xavier UniversityCLASS OF 2014 FAST FACTS98.3% of graduates enrolled in college

Valedictorian MARIE ELISE VASITAS is attending Middlebury College

Salutatorian ZACHARY LEE KONNO is attending The Ohio State University

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED The senior class earned more than $8.3 million dollars in college scholarships

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Mission StatementCommitted to excellence and compassion, Elyria Catholic High School is a Christian community within the Catholic tradition that calls young men and women to embrace their faith, recognize their full potential and establish a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ.

Through worship, academics, extracurricular activities and service, the Elyria Catholic community educates students to use vision and courage to act as caring, just and responsible citizens of the world.

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oN thE CoVEr: Seated in the Library and Technology

Center, Seniors Demetrius (DJ) Graham

and Kayla Kosky use their study hall

period to access school assignments

using their new Chromebooks.

CONTENTS

04 President’s Letter

06 Principal’s News

06 Admissions Corner

07 Advancement Notes

09 The Call to Serve

13 School News

16 Panther Pride News

17 Alumni News

18 Panther Prowlings

19 Alumni Reunions

21 2013-2014 Donor Recognition Report

28 Calendar of Events

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ElyrIa CatholIC hIgh SChool Fall 2014 MagaZINE

CO-EDITORSKristen Frank, faculty librarianMichelle Wisnor, Director of Advancement

CONTENT/DESIGN CONSULTANTMichele Fusco Scoccola, Senior

Advancement Director

CONTRIBUTORSMike Frey ’07Jonathan Ruano, faculty

PHOTOGRAPHYJayne Eisbrenner ’71Sally Stankard Pack ’64Richard PerkinsRobert J. Reinker ’81 Photography StudioRob Zidek ’86Kevin Ziegman ’80

DESIGN AND PRINTINGAcademy Graphic Communication

Panther Prowl is an annual publication of the Advancement Department distributed to alumni, parents, faculty, administrators, and friends of Elyria Catholic High School.

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Elyria Catholic High School

PRESIDENTAndrew G. Krakowiak

PRINCIPALAmy Vajentic Butler ’80

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALMichael Wisnor

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONSAnnie Cunningham

ADVANCEMENT OFFICEMichele Fusco Scoccola, Senior

Advancement DirectorMichelle Wisnor, Director of Advancement

DIRECTOR OF FINANCEJill Anglin

ATHLETIC DIRECTORBob Thayer


a Message to alumni and Friends of Elyria Catholic high SchoolRecently after visiting an ESL (English as a Second Language) class with our new Chinese students, I was reminded once again of the power of the words “thank you.” These words carry the same message and evoke the same emotional response in everyone who uses them regardless of their language or culture.

As Elyria Catholic High School embarks on yet another year of living a mission designed to educate our students for life and to prepare them for eternity, saying “thank you” and expressing my gratitude on behalf of so many becomes a necessity. The acts of kindness and generosity that have been bestowed on EC over the past year have not merely helped to preserve our work and mission but have strengthened it by providing some fantastic opportunities for every student.

The famous aviator and adventurer Amelia Earhart once stated:“No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.”

“New trees” seem to be the order at EC this year and many stories and articles describing them can be found as you read on in the newly designed Panther Prowl.

The fantastic opportunities afforded our students through the implementation of our 1:1 Chromebook Initiative have generated great excitement among our students. More importantly the capacities for sharing resources and enhancing collaborative learning, creativity, and innovation are sure to increase the academic productivity for every EC student. This one-time dream became a reality as a result of the generosity of so many who faithfully supported this endeavor.

With the support of our Diocese, Dads’ Boosters, and a number of private donations, a new synthetic latex, polymer track was installed this summer. It will provide all of our students ample opportunities for physical fitness and interscholastic competition. Aesthetically, the track has added a great dimension for the marketing of our campus, school, and programs.

Through the generosity of members of the Class of 1957, the new “Panther Pavilion” was recently completed and dedicated to provide a meeting place in the stadium for alumni, students, and special events. It is sure to provide years of service to our school community.

Many acts of kindness along with a renewed sense of “reinvestment in EC” are causing roots to spring up from which new trees will grow! It is now necessary, however, to begin to evaluate the forest! We have much work ahead in framing a vision for the future of EC along with the road map to get us there.

In closing, I encourage each of you to “never doubt that a group of generous and committed alumni, parents, and friends, can ensure the future of Elyria Catholic High School.”

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Andrew G. KrakowiakPresident

“ No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.”

– Amelia Earhart

PRESIDENT’S LETTER

Tree dedication was held on Friday, September 19 in memory of Joan Rothgery Reaser ’52. Joan’s family was present for the dedication.


The work did not stop when students dismissed for the summer, as EC received several upgrades and renovations to its facilities both indoors and out. Through major contributions from the Diocese of Cleveland and Elyria Catholic Dads’ Boosters, along with Bob lehman and family, alco Manufacturing Corporation llC, and the Dan hartnett family, the Knights of Columbus Field got a facelift with a new synthetic all-weather track surface. New striping with “Panthers” etched on both sides completed the overhaul. an important capital project from both a safety as well as a marketing standpoint, the track will provide years of service to EC’s student athletes, its physical education classes, and the entire EC community. total cost of the project was $65,000.

Summer Projects Spruce Up Campus

CAPITAl ImPROVEmEnTS

Along with the track, a new 24x32 foot pavilion was constructed on the home side of the football stadium. Furnished with ample seating for 48 on six Amish-built picnic tables, the pavilion will no doubt get much use from student activities, game night socializing, and alumni gatherings. The grounds near the pavilion were spruced up with new paving and shrubs as well. Generously funded by an anonymous donor, the pavilion was dedicated to the Class of 1957 on Sunday, September 7, 2014 with a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the event.

Inside the school, campus classrooms saw many major improvements as Maintenance Supervisor, Craig Petrus, and his staff painted several classrooms, installed new windows and flooring throughout, and renovated the second floor men’s restroom. The maintenance staff has replaced nearly all of the campus windows, with just 14 left to be installed.


PRINCIPAl’S nEWS

a Note from Mrs. ButlerAs alumni, we are well aware of how our Elyria Catholic High School experience has influenced decisions we have made in our lives. I know this because of the many stories that alum share with me or others when they return to their alma mater. Alumni “come home” to Elyria Catholic to reminisce about their time spent as a student at EC. Many of them reconnect by attending a play, watching the Panthers take on a rival team, or sharing memories with their classmates during their reunion week. These shared experiences help to create the Elyria Catholic community, and remind us that we are proud to be part of the Catholic school legacy which develops highly effective and academically prepared young men and women.

Our community has faced a number of challenges and changes this past year. With heavy hearts, the EC community mourned the loss of two extraordinary teachers, Mrs. Patricia Bradesca-Schock and Mrs. Donna Grisa. Both teachers touched the lives of so many students, faculty and staff at Elyria Catholic over the years, and their legacies will live on through the dedicated work and inspiration they gave with their combined 43 years of teaching experience. We wished farewell to Mrs. Carrie Fritz and Mrs. Sheila Soptelean, two highly regarded veteran teachers, who have moved on to another phase in their lives in retirement, while welcoming many new faces to our faculty and staff for the 2014-15 school year.

In addition, with the project leadership of alumni Kristen (Frey) Frank ’00, Kevin Machovina ’03 and Ryan Gorney ’99 we have successfully launched the first-ever One-to-One (1:1) technology program. This initiative has created a learning environment that is consistent with advances in technology and facilitates resource sharing, critical thinking, innovation, research, creativity, communication, collaboration, increased productivity and mobile real-time learning for our entire school community! As you can see from the pictures, our students and faculty are really embracing this new tool.

There are good things happening at Elyria Catholic. I personally invite you to reconnect with our school’s purpose by stopping by and sharing your stories or consider partnering with us in being a professional contact for our students to give them an authentic career experience. We are charged with developing the next generation of compassionate, thoughtful world citizens who can make a difference. We have all been afforded this opportunity, now it’s time for us to make sure that EC is not just an option but the Catholic educational destination. It is through your personal commitment that we continue to grow and develop the spiritual and educational richness of the gifts that God has blessed us with. May God continue to bless you and yours!

Peace,

Amy Vajentic Butler ‘80Principal

It’s an exciting time to be a Panther! As we move forward in the 2014-15 school year, there are so many great things happening at EC that need to be shared with our current community of students and parents, our alumni, and our prospective families. We welcomed 108 freshmen on August 25, 2014 and five more transfer students from surrounding communities. The second year of our foreign exchange program with the Cambridge Institute has brought us five additional students from China, joining four others from our inaugural year in 2013.

We have had, to date, 180 shadow students from surrounding Lorain County public and private elementary schools. By spending “A Day in the Life of an EC Student” these prospective students have gotten to see what it is really like to be a part of the Elyria Catholic community.

ADMISSIONS CORNER

EC welcomes its newest faculty membersFrom left to right: Ms. Jessica Ansell, and Ms. Danielle Timko, Science; Mrs. Sabrina Gushue, French; Mr. Dave Stupka, Math; Mrs. Amanda Schacht, Spanish; Ms. Helene Kess, English; Ms. Jessica Novotny ’03, Science; and Ms. Chelsea Burkle, Guidance (not pictured)

Annie Cunningham, Director of Admissions


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Not a small undertaking in the least, the fledgling project has taken many hours of planning and preparation, with major funding provided through very generous donors, fundraising efforts at EC’s Spring Gala, and also The Ridge Tool Company in Elyria.

“This is an exciting time for the students, our families and the EC community,” stated Amy Butler ’80, Principal. “We think the Google Chromebook is the perfect fit for our faculty and student needs. We are moving into a new era, giving them a unique opportunity in the digital learning environment. We want our students to compete in a global market. When every student has a device, we are able to bring digital and information literacy skills to the forefront, as well as engage students in critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.” Project managers Kevin Machovina ’03 and Kristen Frank ’00 agreed that the Chromebook was the obvious device of choice for EC’s 1:1 initiative because the school integrated Google Apps for Education, a free suite of hosted email and education apps, two years ago. “The students and teachers are comfortable using Google Apps, and the Chromebook is, from an IT standpoint, relatively low maintenance. It’s a great fit for what the school needs.”

The program itself is a leasing option that allows the students to use a Chromebook both at school and at home for their tenure at EC. Each student has 24/7 access to their Google docs accounts, Google apps, and even some textbooks. Students have the capabilities to work with each other on assignments and projects, submit work digitally, and are able to participate in flipped classroom environments.

Butler states that the launch of the program has gone smoothly and both students and teachers are embracing the new options available. “The most notable aspect is the instant communication and collaboration that is occurring between student to student and student to teacher, either in the classroom or at home. Teachers can post notices, changes in schedules, and add

notes to assist students, all at their fingertips and instantly accessible. The impact on the pace of learning is much quicker because the student does not have to wait to physically see the teacher or be in the classroom to get the needed information to move the process along.”

The fledgling project has taken many hours of planning and preparation, with major funding provided through very generous donors, fundraising efforts at EC’s Spring Gala, and also The Ridge Tool Company in Elyria.

in august 2014, Elyria Catholic rolled out its 1:1 initiative, the first of its kind for any Cleveland Diocesan high school. it’s a simple concept: for every student, one technology device.

Pioneering Creative tech Solutions in the Classroom

Night of Celebration

The Night of Celebration Spring Gala and Auction was held on Saturday, April 12, 2014. Guests enjoyed a catered dinner, a $5,000 cash raffle, live entertainment by New Decade, and the chance to bid on some fabulous prizes in our auctions. The highlight of the evening was the honoring of Hal Minnich ’53 and Ron Zidek ’63 for their outstanding service to the Dads’ Boosters Club. Thanks to the generosity of our five lead sponsors, Amotec, Inc. /Mr. Carmine Izzo, Dr. Nick and Mrs. Mary Ann Ksenich, Mr. and Mrs. Jim and Dawn Reichlin and two anonymous donors, the gala raised a record breaking $83,000 for the school and an additional $21,000 for the Chromebook initiative.

The gala also served as the venue for the culmination of our annual student car raffle. Thanks to the generosity of Elyria Catholic alumni Nick Abraham ’60 (Nick Abraham Automall), Jim Herrick ’70 (Liberty Auto Group) and Jack Matia ’75 (Matia Honda), the car raffle hit an all-time high of more than $82,000 raised for student scholarships. EC parents Mr. and Mrs. Dennis White were the lucky winners and they chose the 2014 Buick Verano donated by Nick Abraham’s Automall.

Elyria Catholic Fund

WE ARE EXCELLENCE, COMPASSION, FAITH, TRADITION, COMMUNITY.

These are the pillars of our mission, and you will find them in everything we do. Each gift to Elyria Catholic, regardless of size, is a powerful testament to the impact the school has on us all. Your support of the Elyria Catholic Fund will help us continue the tradition of educating young men and women for a life filled with service, leadership, vibrant spirituality, compassion for others, and a “loyalty that never dies!” We are counting on your support!

You can make a gift online at www.elyriacatholic.com or by mail. Please make checks payable to Elyria Catholic High School.

Kretschmann Family establishes the Rosemary Kretschmann Scholarship

In 2014 the Kretschmann family established the Rosemary Kretschmann Endowed Scholarship Fund in honor of their mother, Rosemary, who throughout her life embodied Christian values through her unfailing faith in God, hope in all things possible, and boundless love for her family and others. The Kretschmann children: Kathy ’64, Don ’67, Joanne ’69, Bob ’70, Jerry ’71 and Fran ’73 all graduated from Elyria Catholic. The scholarship is intended to assist a St. Jude student who is

interested in furthering his/her Catholic education at Elyria Catholic. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a St. Jude eighth grader. The inaugural scholarship was awarded to Jack Rider.

Jack Rider ’18 is presented with the Rosemary Kretschmann Scholarship by Elyria Catholic Principal, Mrs. Amy Butler ’80 at the St. Jude graduation ceremony.

ADVANCEMENT nOTES


We are…

Dan Humphrey ’97, Mary Ann Cavagna Golski ’62, Pat O’Connor ’58 and Ann Bernat.

Kristen Gorney ‘07 with her father Jon Gorney ’69.

Sue Taylor Mabry ’72, Pitt Gorske ’76 and Tina Weitzel Machovina ’03.

For most of us, “the call to serve” evokes a sense of patriotic duty or invokes the idea of building moral fiber. The phrase, from whatever capacity it comes, implies a predisposition that is shared by many: a desire to reach out, give back, and pay it forward. Those who choose to serve respond to the phrase with feelings of zeal and empathy. They want to help. They choose to go above and beyond their civic duties and lend a hand. having been rooted in the school’s pillars of Excellence, Compassion, Faith, tradition, and Community, four alumni have graciously provided unique perspectives on their calls to serve. Their stories can not only teach us about why service remains an important facet in our communities—both here at Elyria Catholic as well as in the wider scope of society—but they can also reinforce the idea that every person, no matter who they are or what they do, is capable of making a difference.

the Call to Serve By Michael Frey ’07

AlUMNI FEATURE

Mike Essenmacher and wife Becky celebrate their daughter Peyton’s First Communion along with son Benjamin.

A Pragmatic Passion for Giving Back

Michael Essenmacher ’94, a director at Barnes Wendling CPAs takes pride, not only in his career, but also in the outside organizations in which he is involved. His background in

accounting affords him the ability to perform a bit of preventive maintenance for organizations like the Elyria Catholic Educational Endowment Foundation, “which provides financial support to the school for scholarships and operations.” Essenmacher works to ensure that the organization understands the reasons behind its successes and shortcomings. He explains, “Once an organization’s board has this information, solutions can be devised to take corrective action, alter operations, and recreate the organization to meet financial commitments while maintaining services to those in need.” He also serves as treasurer on Elyria Catholic’s finance committee, which involves discussing and ensuring the financial success of the school, maintaining the school’s budget, and reporting to the diocese.

Essenmacher said that he continues to actively serve the Elyria Catholic community because of its positive, profound effect on his college-preparedness, career choice, and the friendships he has since maintained for over 20 years. He believes that volunteering provides the opportunity to achieve more by working together. “It becomes an opportunity to network and socialize while working towards a common goal, and achieving that goal feels good.” says Essenmacher. From a very young age, Essenmacher was taught that service to others in the community was important. He credits his parents and grandparents for inspiring him to use his talents to give back. He advises individuals who want to volunteer to start small; that is, find an organization that might not be as strongly structured and supported as some of the big-name companies, and provide a jump-start to get their operation up and running. “This provides a chance to learn about volunteerism while having a big impact to the organization.”


Chris Kish shares some talking points about lorain County.

AlUMNI FEATURE

A Heart for Serving Hometown Communities

Chris Kish ’78, maintains a passion for service through her career and her alma mater and continues to proactively serve others right in the heart of her community. As Project

Manager for Team Lorain County, a public and private partnership dedicated to economic growth in the county, Kish works with her team to retain existing businesses, as well as attract new business development. “My passion is really for event planning. The volunteer work that I participate in—at EC and other organizations—really focuses on planning of events and fundraising.” At EC, Kish pays it forward as the president of the Alumni Association, a group which she believes has great potential to benefit the school in a number of ways. When her daughter, Victoria ’11 was enrolled at EC, Kish also gave her time working at the

school’s soccer fundraiser. Currently, she also volunteers at the Spring Gala, the annual Golf Outing, and numerous homecoming events.

Outside of her positions at EC, Kish is also a devoted member of the United Polish Club of Elyria, and has been active in its company since 1978. She also serves with the United States Polka Association in the Cleveland area, volunteering for many of their functions throughout the year and at their Annual Convention, which is held on Memorial Day weekend. Kish credits her family as being the fervent instruments of inspiration for her willingness to give back. “I watched both of them [my parents] serve and give back, not for accolades, but for the good of the cause. I admire and love them so much, I just want to make them proud by emulating what I have learned from watching them.” She feels blessed that God has graced her with such exemplary role

models and has tried to honor their legacy through her own charitable acts. She hopes to pass along this sense of selflessness and compassion to her daughter. Kish reveals that her daughter is a rather important inspiration to her. “I want her to see that you can make a difference and what one person can accomplish either by themselves or in a group.” Kish hopes to not only better her community but to also better the world so that her daughter can thrive and prosper. She encourages the curious to be on the giving side, rather than the receiving side by indicating, “you will never realize how good it feels until you do.” Another piece of inspiration Kish uses to fuel her spirit of service is scripture itself: “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind let each of you regard one another as more important than himself; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.” (Philippians 2:3-4).


AlUMNI FEATURE

Julia Strukely instructs some of her theology students at Bishop Ireton High School.

Sowing the Seeds of Faith through Service

Julia Strukely, Class of ’99, provides a unique perspective on service. Although her roots of charity began in Northeast Ohio, Strukely has since taken her talents to

Alexandria, Virginia, teaching theology to students at Bishop Ireton High School. Currently, she resides as chair of the Religion Department and teaches a variety of courses mandated by the United States’ Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Curriculum Framework for high school students. Prior to her teaching career, she worked as a youth minister at a parish for three years, worked at a non-profit promoting long-term volunteer service, and spent one year as a postulant for the Daughters of St. Paul. Needless to say, Strukely has spent a good part of her life devoted to the Catholic Church and its teachings.

As a teacher, she tries to emphasize to her students that putting Christ and his teachings at the center of their lives is a fundamental approach to understanding how they can relate to God. She remarks, “Many teens do understand suffering, death, and resurrection and hope for ascension in their own, real way. So I try to get them to connect their experience to Christ’s and vice versa.” Beyond her duties as an educator, Strukely also serves as a moderator for her school’s chapter of The Beta Club, a national service organization. In this organization, she oversees students who go beyond the mandated service hour requirement to participate in extra service opportunities. Strukely also serves as a moderator for the Best Buddies affiliation at her school. This organization pairs teens with members of the disabled community in order to foster relationships between the students and those with disabilities. Strukely admits that Best Buddies is a service group that she feels closely connected to, as she was heavily involved in its activities during her college years. “It is such a humbling and rewarding experience because the people we work with are so open and trusting to allow us to come and be a part of their lives. They express an immense joy and positive perspective on

the world despite being considered perhaps at a “disadvantage” to the rest of the world.” Due to her strong appreciation and belief of the group’s service-oriented practice, she wishes she had more time to devote to its activity. Her more outward volunteer projects include attending mission trips to Camden, New Jersey, where she and students work at the homeless shelters and soup kitchens, and volunteering at her diocesan service camp during the summer. The camp is a week-long endeavor in which students and volunteers will be assigned to different work sites in the Virginia area to assist in repairing people’s homes. Because she witnesses firsthand how serving in an impoverished city like Camden and helping residents put their lives back together around Virginia can change the outlook and attitudes of the volunteers for the better, Strukely heartily endorses these service projects.

Strukely’s experiences greatly stemmed from her family’s constant belief that giving of one’s time, talent, and treasure is a rewarding feeling. She credits her parents for instilling the initial values of sharing these with others. Strukely also recognizes and credits her peers, especially in college, for inspiring her. “I found myself surrounded by friends who were studying nursing, education, social work, religious studies, and service-oriented fields. Many of them were very passionate about service and promoting social justice issues and they opened my eyes to many of the issues that exist in our world.”

Strukely’s advice to those who are interested in serving is simply to do it. She believes that everyone can do it, and encourages people to pray if they are unsure about what path to take. She also suggests researching various service projects and organizations that might need volunteers. Above all, Strukely believes that

even if a certain project does not work out, she recommends the experience. “Even if it is not for you, God will make it clear, and I guarantee you learn from whatever time you put in trying to serve others.”

Do MorE. Do more than belong: participate.

Do more than care: help.Do more than believe: practice.Do more than be fair: be kind.Do more than forgive: forget.Do more than dream: work.

– William arthur Ward


AlUMNI FEATURE

Team Spirit Fuels Passion to Give Back

Rob Zidek, Class of 1986, represents how the right attitude for serving and the fervent passion for doing one’s best can culminate in successful projects. Zidek works as a

District Business Manager at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and has been doing so for 18 years. His role is that of a coach to his sales representatives, in that he ensures that they promote the company’s products appropriately so that business relationships are positive and progressive. Zidek, who comes from a long line of EC alumni, helped to start the Quarterback Club at the school in 2004 and continues to be greatly involved in improving the football program.

After moving back to the Cleveland area in 2003, Zidek noticed that very few alumni were involved in the football program and fewer were attending games. He, along with a close circle of other alumni met to discuss how to improve the relationship between the program and the alumni base. He credits the return of Dave McFarland, Class of 1979, as the head football coach as what inspired him to get the Quarterback Club

started. “I saw this as an opportunity to get involved and get former players involved in the success of the [football] program,” says Zidek. The club itself is dedicated to supporting the past, present, and future of EC’s football program. This includes raising funds for events and features that benefit the growth of the team and its players, feeding the team and the visiting teams each week during the season, and updating the community on the state of the program through online updates.

Zidek believes that having a “servant attitude” is an important quality in life, and he credits his father for demonstrating this mentality to him at a very young age. “I was taught this at an early age, watching my father, Ron Zidek ’63 volunteer at EC football games.” It was this early appreciation and recognition of service that led Zidek to continue the tradition his father began many years ago. He also acknowledges “Mr. EC” Lou Rotunda and Hal Minnich as two other individuals who set examples of how to serve the school without expecting anything in return. Zidek takes great pride in, not only his father’s contributions, but in his own to the school. He remarks, “I think it is important for me to show that service to

something bigger than yourself can be rewarding in many ways.” He feels proud of the relationships he has built with the players, parents, and other alumni in building this program.

Through these experiences, Zidek has developed a certain connectivity with the athletic program at EC. His desire to serve is reflected not only as a moderator of the Quarterback Club, but also as a game day assistant on the sidelines and as the team’s action photographer. Each year, Zidek also reaches out to several EC alumni to expand the roster of supporters for the Quarterback Club. Zidek’s employer also has noticed his efforts and has graciously donated $1,000 annually to the school since 2004 to continuously improve students’ experiences. Zidek remarks, “The kids really do appreciate whatever you can do and your efforts do contribute to a great experience for EC students.”

Michael Frey is a Senior Analyst for Oxcyon, a software development company located in Middleburg Heights. He received a BA in English from the Ohio State University and currently resides in Lakewood, Ohio.

Rob Zidek stands with his wife Collette and their 3 children, Avery, lauren ’16, and Zachary ’14.

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Our travels took us to Honduras. During the past summer, 35 people from both the gesu Parish and Elyria Catholic high School communities embarked on an incredible mission to honduras. The majority of our group was made up of high school students accompanied by some adults including members of the gesu Parish staff, Elyria Catholic staff, parents, and a few others. a large portion of the group was traveling to honduras for the first time and, with that, came a great deal of positive anticipation for the mission experience.

Upon arrival, the group got a view of the capital city of Tegucigalpa, a city very different than our home in Cleveland, as we began our hour-long journey to the countryside community of Nuevo Paraíso. Nuevo Paraíso is a rural community of homes, schools, and activity centers for over 100 children. Gesu has been connected with the community for over 15 years. It is a large community full of life and children; these children are abandoned or orphaned and now live in group homes with housemothers, or Tías. Here, they receive schooling, computer training, skills training, healthcare, psychological counseling, and love and attention. These children are then able to grow up in a safe environment and prepare themselves to attend the University in Tegucigalpa or become a skilled worker in one of the many trades that are taught in the schools of Nuevo.

What was the groups’ first impression of the Host community?

Our group was welcomed with open arms by our dear friend, Mae. Mae is the incredible woman who coordinates and hosts our mission experience through Sociedad de los Niños. Sociedad Amigos de los Niños or “Society for The Friends of Children,” is one of the most known and respected private nonprofit organizations in Honduras; Nuevo Paraíso is one of the many missions of this greater organization. Within minutes of arriving at Nuevo Paraíso it became our home thanks to Mae’s generous hospitality and genuine welcoming. Anyone that meets Mae can quickly see how much she loves the children of Nuevo Paraíso and how she has sacrificed to serve this community. We are lucky to be partnered with such an incredible organization, selflessly led by our friend Mae.

immersion trip: honduras reflection

SCHOOl nEWS

Jonathon Ruano (pictured above) wears many hats as faculty member of Elyria Catholic: Theology teacher, 10th grade retreat coordinator, girls’ assistant soccer coach, Sophomore Senate moderator, Fellowship of Christian Athletes advisor and International Mission Trip advisor. Jonathon shares the impact of his travels to Honduras.


Juniors, Becky Horvath, Meredith Ternes and Kathryn Scarvelli visit a child living in the community of Nuevo Paraiso.

Can you explain the philosophy of an immersion experience?

Our experience can be summarized by a few things: compassion, faith, and community; immersion into a new community, service, forming relationships, and encountering Christ. The group was immediately immersed into a new community. Honduras is much different than our familiar life and culture at home, so it did not take more than a minute to realize we were not in Cleveland. We were immersed into a community that helped us to see that the world is much bigger than we often realize throughout our daily experiences. In order to fully immerse ourselves, we did not have communication with the outside world. Smart phones were put away and we made ourselves present to everything happening around us during the weeklong experience. Throughout the week, students expressed how grateful they were to be “disconnected” and they took full advantage of face to face contact. Although immersion into a different culture comes with the challenge of leaving your comfort zone, it lead to self-discovery and a better understanding of the world at large.

What was the mission’s specific purpose?

The mission experience included daily service projects. There were three major projects that we worked on throughout the week. The first was the painting of the exterior and interior of a new home built for a group of teenage boys from Flor Azul, a neighboring organization. The painting was complete by the end of the week and we were able to get to know many of the boys who live in the house as they helped us. We were able to help make the house look more like a home for our friends. The second project was assisting with mixing cement and making more sidewalks around the living areas of the compound. This project required a great deal of strength and stamina, but the end result was amazing! The third, and perhaps most daunting, project was to continue to build the wall that will extend along the entire community to protect from any potential outside danger. The wall project was far from complete, but we made significant progress in helping to accomplish this major project of Nuevo Paraíso.

How has the trip impacted you and the students?

The mission provided a real encounter with Christ that will leave a lasting impact. In addition to immersion and forming relationships, we were able to encounter Christ in a very real way. A significant part of the mission was prayer and reflection. We began and ended every day with prayer and had time at the end of each day to reflect on our experiences. We had three liturgies throughout the week with the community where we had a unique, bilingual experience. We were able to share in prayer with our friends of Nuevo Paraíso and it was a very unifying experience for all of us. We encountered Christ through the people of Honduras, through our prayer and reflection, through the Eucharist, and through the relationships formed among the group.

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What impact was there on the people you visited?

One of the most enjoyable parts of the trip was the opportunity to form relationships. The group met a number of people from the Nuevo Paraiso community including children, teens, and adults. Despite a language barrier for many of us, we were able to bond throughout the week as we quickly realized that love has no barriers. The group had an opportunity to spend time with the children each day and it was very clear that they made a lasting impression. The children of Nuevo Paraíso were an inspiration to our group as they shared joy and friendship with us despite the fact that most of us came as strangers. Their love and openness touched the hearts of everyone in our group and we hope that we touched them in return. It is amazing how a smile or game of tag can bring people together despite any differences. Not only did we build relationships with the people of the community, but wonderful relationships grew out of our own group. This is the first time that the trip merged two groups, Gesu and Elyria Catholic, and it was wonderful. The high school participants, adults, and leaders alike came together throughout the mission and everyone returned home with a shared experience with new friends.


Elyria Catholic and Gesu students work on building ten-foot wall. Rosa Josephine Perkins ’16 takes a riding tour through the city.

ACADEMIC HAPPENINGS

ELYRIA CATHOLIC SENIOR RECOGNIZEDCongratulations to Brenna Moreno ’15 on being recognized as a 2014-2015 National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) award recipient. Participation in the NHRP enables students to receive a prestigious certificate of recognition from the College Board, and highlights their outstanding educational achievements to top colleges and universities.

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARCongratulations to Margaret Griffin ’15 on being named a Commended Student in the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Program. Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2015 competition. Well done Margaret!

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING

The new engineering class has students building, testing and analyzing Knex machines. Ms. Jessica Ansell, new science faculty member, is challenging her students, including Jeffrey Ruiz ’15, to build a machine that can be propelled by air power. Problem-solving and critical-thinking are essential skills in this new course offering.

Loaves and Fishes Emergency Food Collection

Students of Elyria Catholic answered the call to action and quickly organized a food drive to help The First Evangelical Lutheran Church food pantry. The emergency food drive, led by EC’s Deacon Pat and campus ministry, collected enough food and household supplies to stuff Deacon Pat’s van to help restock the church’s food pantry. The church, recently consumed in a fire, was also home to a community food pantry that served 350 families every month.

The Joy of Generosity

Christmas on Campus, a program jointly sponsored by the Social Justice Committee of Peer Ministry and Senior Senate. Last December, this event brought smiles and Christmas cheer to more than 100 young visitors who attend Franklin and Oakwood Elementary schools in Elyria.

Elyria Catholic students, faculty and staff serve a pancake breakfast kicking off a flurry of activities, which include cookie decorating, arts and crafts, face painting, and student skits. Children eagerly await Santa Claus’ appearance in order to receive a very special gift, along with the much-needed hats, gloves, and boots. In past years, children were sent home with a hand-made blanket crafted by an EC student. The decade-long tradition has been a testament to the joy experienced by providing simple happiness to a grateful child.

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Patrick Orsagos ’16 uses his summer vacation to work with children in Haiti.

EC seniors Dominic Piazza, Allie Kaminski and Gage Jarvis celebrate with their little buddies.

Deacon Pat, Colden Schemmel ’16 and Meredith Ternes’ 16 take inventory of donations.


HIGHLIGHT REEL

It was another stellar year for Panther sports for the 2013-14 season. Boys and girls varsity soccer both claimed district championships. The boys went on to the Final 4 in the state tournament and the girls made it to the Final 8, while the Lady Panthers were sectional champs in varsity basketball. Individually, Teddy Achladis, Class of 2016, finished 6th in the State Tournament in discus. Several members of the Class of 2014 went on to play at the college level in a variety of sports.

FootballConner Riddell, Jeremy Holley, and

Connor Hrobat – John Carroll University D3 Football

Dakota Tallman – Eastern Michigan Universtiy - D1 Football

Lucas Ball – Ashland University - D2 Track

BaseballJoey Begany – MariettaAngelo Cruz – University of Mount UnionChristian Stanziano – University of Mount

UnionLukas Redmond – Wheeling Jesuit

University

Boys SoccerMichael Saddler – Walsh University

Girls SoccerMcKenzie Rozanc – California University of PA


PANTHER PRIDE nEWS

Varsity football kicker Becky horvath, Class of 2017, happened to be at an EC football game five years ago against trinity high School when she noticed their kicker was a girl.

She credits being at that game as what initially inspired her to pursue playing football. “I just thought that was really cool and said ‘I’d like to do that.’” Two years later while in 8th grade, Horvath began seriously practicing kicks in the soccer fields behind Avon Village School with her mom. Her career as a kicker began her freshman year at Elyria Catholic. As a sophomore she was 10 for 10 under the Friday night lights. This year, as the starting kicker, she’s 20 for 23 field goals. “Becky is one of our hardest working athletes,” remarks Athletic Director Bob Thayer. “She can be found out at the field at all times working to improve her performance.” Head football coach, Mike Polevacik commends Becky’s tremendous work ethic and consistency on the field. “She has the determination and will to be a good kicker. She puts a great amount of time in and has been deadly accurate as a kicker for EC football.”

Horvath previously played volleyball and football during the fall sports season, but it got to be too difficult to devote enough time to both sports. In the end, she chose

football because “it is more fun.” Horvath enjoys the camaraderie of her teammates and says they are supportive and treat her well. “They are all like my big brothers. I have 50 of them!” Her parents and family are also quite supportive and proudly share her accomplishments on and off the field.Horvath is also an exemplary student, taking a number of AP and honors courses this year and making honor roll her freshman and sophomore years. As far as being a role model for younger girls, Horvath shrugs it off amiably. “I never really thought about it. It was just a goal of mine to be a kicker.” Mission accomplished.

Panther defense shuts down Cleveland Central Catholic in a 45-14 victory.

2014 College Athletes National Signing DayDakota Tallman signed a letter of intent with D1 Eastern Michigan University to play football. McKenzie Rozanc heads west to play soccer for California University of PA while Michael Saddler makes a local commitment to play soccer at Walsh University. Athletic Director Bob Thayer, Principal Amy Butler, President Andrew Krakowiak and Assistant Principal Michael Wisnor proudly look on.

lady Panthers’ celebrate a win.

a gridiron girl: EC Junior Shines as Kicker for Panther Football

Easter Eggstravaganza

The Advancement Office partnered with the Elyria Catholic Leadership Class to provide an Easter egg hunt for alumni families and area school children on Saturday, April 19, 2014. The event was free of charge and was fully funded by Mr. Barber’s AP History Class. The children had a wonderful time coloring Easter bags, hunting for eggs, playing games, face painting and interacting with the EC students. Many of the children took time out to pose with our special Easter guest…the EC panther himself!


The sun shone brightly on the 25th annual golf Classic, held at Forrest hills golf Course on the 16th of august. This year’s outing was a big success; we thank everyone who attended and supported the outing. Proceeds from the event will go towards the construction of a pole barn to house our athletic equipment.

The winning team from the first flight was Dennis Kaminski ’87, Greg Thomas and Chris Dietz. The winning team from the second flight was the St. Mary’s Sports Committee team of Ray Cunningham, Tim Blair and Mitch Bloch, who generously donated back their winnings.

Our sincere thanks goes to our lead Green and White Sponsors, Optometrists Dr. Matt Helfrich and son Dr. Matt Helfrich Jr., Jim Taylor of James N. Taylor Co. LPA., Dave Provenzale of Provenzale Construction Co., Dave and Bill Schlather of Schlather Insurance Agency and the Class of 1957. Also, a very special thank you to our many hole sponsors and prize donors.

Many thanks to those on the committee who worked tirelessly to make the event a success: Mark Smith ’70, Paul LaGrotteria ’78, Tim Flowers ’74, Jayne Eisbrenner ’71, Dave Schlather ’75, Wendy Best ’87, Chris Kish ’78, Annie Cunningham, Travis Porter ’05, Tom Porter, and the entire staff at Forrest Hills Golf Course.

25th annual golf Classic a great Success!

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(left to right) Garry Weich, Jim Taylor ’74, Jake Taylor ’04, Al linden and Tim Flowers ’74 enjoy dinner.

(Front Row left to right) Elliot Supers, Randy Spencer and Mike Virgin. (Back Row left to right) Phil Kuchta, Chris Kelley and Jerry Evans.

Michelle ’07 and Molli ’00 Machovina enjoy some “sister time.”

(left to right) Bea Moore, Dianne Defazio Goold ’57 and Kit Defazio ’63 team up with Ryan Bidlack, Mike Essenmacher ’94 and Joe Frey ‘94

Senior Moms ClubWhat does a mom do once her children graduate from high school and leave home for college? She forms a “moms club” and continues the relationships that were built around shared experiences with other moms raising their children. Jayne Eisbrenner, mother to Eric ’03 and Ellen ’06 recently stopped by EC and shared her story explaining, “The Senior Moms’ Club was formed so that we could continue to build friendships that were established while our children were attending EC. We spent much of our time together watching our kids play football, basketball, baseball, hockey, and run cross country. We now meet for lunch once a month and while our kids were in college we shared news, made college food packages and offered support.” Jayne says that in recent years many of the boys have found jobs, moved away and have girlfriends. “We’ve continued to share stories and support each other through terrible tragedy such as the death of a spouse or offering help to a young man in need. We’ve laughed and cried with each other. Our sons and Elyria Catholic are the reasons that the club exists,” said Jayne. This fall the Senior Moms Club celebrates their 12th year.

Class of 1960Fred Helyes just built a new home at age 72. “Are we crazy, or what?”

Class of 1965The Class of ’65 is planning a 50th reunion for summer 2015. Please send your contact information to Pat Stirzaker Zeck at [email protected].

Class of 1966Jim Hammond writes, “After running a software business for many years it was time to retire and move

into our dream house outside Tampa, Florida. It’s always great to hear about my fellow “Panthers” who are retiring and enjoying life. Best of luck to you all!”

Class of 1967Michael O’Neal recently moved from far-flung Idaho to nearby Bloomington, Indiana.

Class of 1968Bill Pierson ’68 and Nancy (Trombetta) Fadden ’68 were married on April 26, 2014.

Class of 1984Todd Sweda ’84 was named President of Archbishop Hoban High School in July 2013.

Class of 1986 Col. Bradley T. Hoagland ’86, Commander of the 11th Wing walks towards Air Force One, accompanied by President Barack Obama before departure at Andrews Air Force Base. (AP Photo courtesy of Jose Luis Magana)

Class of 1989EC grads Lt. Col. Elizabeth (Biskup) Clay (’89) and Col. Brad Hoagland (’86) have been deployed together in Southwest Asia for the past year. Clay and Hoagland grew up in the nearby small towns of Elyria and Oberlin, Ohio. Hoagland, who was three years ahead of Clay in school, serves as the vice wing commander of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing. Clay serves as deputy commander of the 386th Expeditionary Maintenance Group.

Class of 1992LaShanda Taylor ’92 and Timothy Adams were married at the Newton White Mansion in Mitchellville, Maryland on June 29, 2013. The couple honeymooned in St. John.

Heather Foreman Pelphrey ’92 is currently working as a teacher and is married with one daughter.

Class of 2007Liz Metelsky ’07 just bought her first house and is engaged to be married in May 2015.

Class of 2005Brianne McLaughlin ’05 signs autographs for a fan during halftime at a Cavs game. McLaughlin, a Sheffield native, returned to the United States as an Olympic Silver Medalist after her run as goalie with the United States Women’s Hockey Team. Photo Courtesy of KRISTIN BAUER/CHRONICLE


PANTHER PROWLInGS


AlUMNI REUnIOnS

Elyria Catholic High School Class of 196450th Reunion – September 5-7, 2014

A great time was had by all who attended the Class of 1964 reunion! A weekend of activities included a tour of the school with class members being greeted by President Andrew Krakowiak. After the tour, alumni were invited to cheer on the Panthers as they played their opening game against Cleveland Central Catholic and rallied to win 45-15. Saturday morning activities were kicked off with a Celebration Walk around Elyria Catholic’s Coliseum. Following Saturday evening Mass at St. Mary’s, Elyria, over 60 classmates and their guests dined at Elyria Country Club and reminisced about their student days at EC. As more than one classmate was heard to say, “Being an alumni of EC, means that loyalty never dies.” Overall, the reunion weekend was a smashing success! Thank you to the Class of 1964 who expressed an interest in supporting the school with a class gift.

Class of 1964 hold reunion on September 6, 2014 at Elyria Country Club

Class of 1984 Celebrates their 30th Reunion

The Class of 1984 started its reunion weekend on Friday, September 26th, when members of the class attended the Amherst vs. EC home football game. In the stands and under the new pavilion, about 50 classmates shared a panther victory and good memories. The festivities continued on Saturday night at the Weymouth Country Club in Medina where they enjoyed dinner, drinks and more conversation. Some good laughs were had with the viewing of an old tape of the talent show from the spring of senior year.

Class of 2010Joseph J. Griswold ’10 graduated Cum Laude from Coastal Carolina University on May 10, 2014. Joseph has achieved a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Science with a minor in Biology.

Zoe Zwegat ’10 graduated from college in May and is now employed as the new Assistant Director of Annual Giving at The College of Wooster.

Lane Forthofer ’10 is currently student teaching in Puerto Rico for the 2014 fall semester utilizing both her education major and Spanish minor from Kent State University.

Class of 2011Allison Dumski ’11 was appointed to the Board of Trustees of Cleveland State University by Ohio Governor John Kasich. Ally is a senior at Cleveland State majoring in Marketing in the Monte Ahuja College of Business. Since June 2012 she has served in leadership roles for the CSU Student Government Association and was named president in January. She also serves as a Presidential Student Ambassador and is a member of the 50th Anniversary Steering Committee. She worked this summer as an intern in marketing communications at Avery Dennison in Mentor.

Emily Taylor ’11 helped lead John Carroll to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in women’s basketball history last season. The team ended up with its best overall record in program history. Emily,

a junior at John Carroll, started all 27 games and scored in double figures in eight of the team’s final 11 games.

Class of 2014Breanna Angell Jones ’14 is currently working at Abbewood Nursing Home and attending LCCC.


AlUMNI REUnIOnS

1957 classmates Ted Schmitz, Marcia Smith Rothgery, and Ellen Naughton Basinski cut the ribbon.

Ellen Basinski ‘57 and her husband join the festivities.

John Guenin ’58, Paul Pustay ’58 and Don Rothgery ’56, enjoy a beautiful day under the Panther Pavilion.

Assistant Principal Mike Wisnor and Pat Walter Henderson ’59 and husband Gene’ 57 swap stories.

EC students greet guests under the Panther Pavilion.

EC President and Pat Henderson ’57 share in the celebration.

1957 Alumnae Dianne Defazio Goold and Marcia Smith Rothgery toast their classmates.

The Class of 1957, along with EC faculty, staff, students, and friends assembled on a beautiful fall Sunday afternoon in September to bless and dedicate the Panther Pavilion. The Panther Pavilion, a gift of the Class of 1957, will provide countless opportunities in the years ahead for all in the EC community to enjoy and celebrate the mission of the school. Deacon Pat, with the help of President Andrew Krakowiak and Principal Amy Butler, led the group in prayer, and blessed both the pavilion destined for gatherings in peace and fellowship, as well as the Class of 1957 whose contributions made it all possible. Following the dedication ceremony, people gathered under the new pavilion to enjoy a reception of wine, cheese and good company.

Panther Pavilion Blessing and Dedication Ceremony

Deacon Pat Humphrey ’71, President Krakowiak and Principal Butler ’80 bless the Panther Pavilion.

DONOR RECOGnITIOn

President’s Leadership CouncilALCO ManufacturingAmotec, Inc./Mr. Carmine IzzoCastele Family Scholar. Fund of the

Catholic Community Fdn.Elyria Catholic High School BandEMH Regional Medical CenterJack Matia Honda/Jack MatiaKnights of Columbus #637Knights of Columbus, #774Liberty Auto Group/Jim Herrick &

Mike HerrickMedical Mutual of OhioMidwest Siding Co.Nick Abraham Automall/Nick AbrahamRidge Tool Co./Mr. Fred PondRobert Wood Johnson FoundationRockwell AutomationRooted In Faith, Catholic Community

FoundationSchlather-Bilskey Family FoundationSchlather Insurance Agency, Inc.Scott Holland Scholarship FundZone TransportationAnonymous DonationMr. Thomas S. Baracskai ’60Hon. and Mrs. David and

Ellen Naughton ’57 BasinskiMr. and Mrs. Michael BeckerMrs. Julie Poling Bonacci ’02Mr. Nathaniel Carson ’10 Mrs. Kathy Schubert Carter ’88Mr. David A. Charnes ’65Dr. John C. County ’74Dr. James and Dr. Laura DeVengencieMr. and Mrs. Wayne DiederichMrs. Barbara White Dorinski ’66Mr. Eric Eisbrenner ’03Mr. Earl J. Elbert ’57Mr. and Mrs. Gary FischerMr. and Mrs. John ’66 and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. George ’55 and

Mary Jane Riley ’58 GartonMr. David GeorgeMr. Ronald J. Gilgenbach ’52 †Dr. Carol E. Gilles ’81Mrs. Dianne Defazio Goold ’57Mr. and Mrs. Jon L. Gorney ’69Mr. John P. Gorske ’76Mr. John M. Guenin ’58Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hesmond ’99Dr. Michael J. Hoffman ’79Ms. Kathryn Hyatt ’07Mr. Thomas Hyatt ’06Mr. Matthew Janik ’98Mrs. Kathryn Kretschmann Kalina ’64Mr. Steven J. Komives ’65Dr. Richard J. Kovacs ’72Mr. Donald J. Kretschmann ’67Mr. Gerard L. Kretschmann ’71Mr. Robert J. Kretschmann ’70Ms. Rosemary KretschmannDr. and Mrs. Nick Ksenich

Mr. and Mrs. Tom LoosMr. Earl MahlMr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Mahl ’74Mr. Theodore Mahl ’74Mr. David M. McCoy ’92Mr. and Ms. Daniel MierasMr. and Mrs. Kirk NevinsMr. John J. O’Connor ’57Mr. and Mrs. Timothy O’DellMs. Francine Kretschmann

Paschall ’73Mr. Dennis M. Plato ’65Mr. Paul M. Pustay ’58Mr. and Mrs. Richard ’73 and

Karen Peyton Radachi ’75Ms. Christine Koebel Rademacher ’86Mr. Rudolph Rehm ’63 Mr. and Mrs. James ReichlinMr. Paul J. Schlather ’70Mrs. Lana Durban Scott ’90Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Seward ’52Dr. Mark A. Straka ’70Mr. and Mrs. John TirbasoMs. Jeanne McCoy Tucker ’55Mr. Jerome E. Vessalo ’66

Class GivingClass of 19509% (1 of 11) gaveJ. Patrick Van Oss

Class of 19513% (1 of 34) gaveDorothy Birkbeck Meek

Class of 195226% (15 of 58) gave $3,327.00Carol Webber BlackburnAnn Caywood BrownBarbara Walsh DiedrickThomas H. DiedrickJohn DiedrickRonald J. Gilgenbach†

Robert J. KohlDavid L. PetersPatricia McAllister RiegelsbergerRichard H. RodriguezJames P. RossRobert W. RyanRichard P. SewardFrank H. SmithEtta Shuster Worcester

Class of 195315% (10 of 66) gave $885.00Henry A. JanowiczMarilyn Kozel LisickyDonna Glunt LynchHarold F. MinnichPhyllis Coghlan MurrayJoanne Myers PlasArline Patyak RaderLynn H. Rader, Jr.Dr. Gerald T. RolingJames F. Smith

Class of 195413% (10 of 78) gave $1,175.00Jacqualine Schmitz BoysonRobert C. HoltwickBarbara KleinRobert A. KolopusRita Gutman KruppMichael A. SchorkBarbara Butkiewicz TakacsMarilyn McAllister TrupoStanley J. TrupoJohn W. Udvardy

Class of 195514% (11 of 77) gave $3,790.00Barbara Yarsa BarnesConstance Conry BrentMartha J. DiederichDr. Vincent J. FeckMartha Kiser FlaniganGeorge B. GartonDavid G. HemmingerDr. John HerbergerJoyce McCoy JosephicJulita Brosky KohlJeanne McCoy Tucker

Class of 19568% (7 of 84) gave $850.00Betty Yunker BlairTimothy V. BoylanBarbara Stanko BryanDennis J. CheeversMary Hayes McPolinDonald J. RothgeryMarlene Kenska Takacs

Class of 195716% (17 of 101) gave $27,233.50Anonymous Ellen Naughton BasinskiWilliam J. DolanLavonne Phillips DragerEarl J. Elbert

Dianne Defazio GooldMary Ellen Sensback HatfieldE. Gene Henderson, Sr.Sally Skok HildebrandtRosemary Fritz JordanWilliam J. KovacsNorman W. MazurowskiJohn J. O’ConnorMary Jo Ross PrechtelMarcia Smith RothgeryTheodore J. SchmitzRobert A. Urig

Class of 195815% (15 of 93) gave $41,580.00AnonymousArlene Radican ArcherLarry H. ArcherDorothy Basinski BrockRichard P. CallahanMary Jane Riley GartonJohn M. GueninRichard C. HenkeSheila McGuire MarshallVictor G. MeechaC. Patrick O’ConnorPaul M. PustayJohn W. RossSandra Cornell SmithDr. Tom F. Zeck

Class of 19598% (8 of 106) gave $797.50Emerson J. BiersbachWilliam W. BulgerBarbara J. GutmanPatricia Walter HendersonMargaret Wirscham QuinlanJoseph J. WebberDonald G. WimsattSharon McAllister Zeck

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2013-14 Donor recognition reportThis is not an audited financial report but a listing of supporters and dollars raised in the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014. if your name has been omitted, we apologize and would appreciate being advised of our error. Thank you for your generosity to Elyria Catholic high School.

DONOR RECOGnITIOn

Class of 196015% (19 of 128) gave $2,755.00Thomas S. BaracskaiJames L. BeiterShirley Fritz BeiterRita Mraz BubbMarion Froehlich ComellaJames K. ElkinsDaniel D. GolskiMichael D. GulaElaine Archer HammondFrank A. HumphreyRichard KaminskiHerman J. Plas, Jr.Thomas M. RadicanDonna Lydon RennickClifford A. Roe, Jr.James R. SoletAnn Bommer TaylorCarl D. TernesCarolyn Wazyniak-Fenik Webber

Class of 196111% (13 of 121) gave $1,655.00Fr. Franklin BuckMary Morrison ButlerMidge O’Connor CarmonMarian Melcher DuggerMary Beth Harper JaegerRev. Walter H. JenneM. Kathleen McIntyreKaren Bonnett NicholsJohn D. RuthJanet Dobrosky SternfeldCatherine Dolan StoughtonCarol Sieminski VrabelDavid L. Zacharias

Class of 196210% (9 of 90) gave $895.00Elaine Polutnik BarthelemyJames ClarkMary Ann Cavagna GolskiPhyllis Golski HellwigMargaret Murray HoaglandLinda Lysaght KaminskiBernard W. McAllisterMarilyn Ursem PeloquinWilliam J. Scott

Class of 196310% (12 of 117) gave $1,865.00M. Kathleen Sikora ArmstrongJohn P. BenoJoanne Puka Connaughton

Kathleen Chaplar CoronaKathleen DefazioJames M. FritzRita Ann Wazyniak KissnerRobert F. MoncheinRudolph J. RehmSharon Foss RiggsDonald J. SugaskiRonald J. Zidek

Class of 196412% (14 of 121) gave $2,810.00Patricia Lysaght CasgarSharon A. DebevecKathryn Kretschmann KalinaCharlene Kalo LogsdonMina Boyson MarciniakMary Glasow McShaneSidney W. NeuhoffSally Stankard PackAnn Basso PenningtonThomas J. RawsonGail France SandersRobert B. SchlatherThomas A. St. MarieJoanne Gallagher Sullivan

Class of 196510% (16 of 153) gave $12,928.00Marilyn A. BeckerDavid A. CharnesJoseph H. DalyPatricia Alten KellyStephen J. KirshRita Wirscham KobernaSteven J. KomivesJoseph KukuckaLynn L. LivelsbergerSandra J. McCartyMichael J. McDonoughJoan Brown McKinneyMarcia Hintz PicholaDennis M. PlatoGlen J. ThomeDr. Raymond H. Vecchio

Class of 196611% (18 of 152) gave $5,030.00Dave CsillagJim CyranBarbara White DorinskiDr. Michael J. FirmentPhilomena Barden FisherJeanne Schlather FreyJohn Fritz

Dr. Sharon Hart GanslenDr. Patrick F. GlasowMargaret Rzetelny HambrickJohn F. LescherSusan Martin LescherBonnie Reichlin RobertsTimothy R. SmithDaniel J. TalarekPatricia Burkhard TaylorJerome E. VessaloDonald J. Willets

Class of 196711% (16 of 149) gave $6,872.00Donald R. BradleyMargaret J. CallahanKevin CosgroveElizabeth DolanDr. Mary Ann DowdellWilliam R. GroomesRichard J. HysellJames A. KaminskiDavid E. KnoxDonald J. KretschmannBob LytleWilliam F. Machovina, Jr.Virginia O’ConnorFrank C. Perrotta, Sr.Anita Figler TellierJames E. Terrell II

Class of 196810% (23 of 223) gave $2,345.00Judith Toth BighamSharon Lauffer BlaszakTerrence H. CallahanGonzalo O. DelgadoCatherine Jones FuchsStephen M. FuchsJohn A. GiovannazzoMarsha Knipp GreulichAnn Kaib HauserJoseph W. HornyakDavid J. KalisJames MoloskyPatrice M. MooreMary NewmanSandra Deimling OswaldJohn F. PolacsekMichael S. PolutnikRebecca Lorensky SchlatherWilliam G. SchlatherPeggy J. SchmidtNora Petcavage SchrenkelNoreen Lydon SnyderGerald N. Spierings

Class of 19698% (17 of 206) gave $2,739.00Philip H. AllegrettoBernard J. Ashyk, Jr.Julie J. BajdaMichael F. FarrellSheila Sprague GardnerChristopher J. GlasowGerald J. GolskiJon L. GorneyPatricia KirshEdward J. McCartyDennis J. MuzillaMary Stewart PiazzaJoseph S. PliszkaJudith K. Rehm-NorboMark U. ReichlinDiane Petcavage ShuppCharlene Knipper Stetson

Class of 19708% (16 of 202) gave $5,915.00Mary Zink BirdMary Lou Forthofer DavisJoseph P. DemarcoNancy Lysaght GorneyMarianne O’Donnell IvanyDaniel C. KnobleRobert J. KretschmannRosemary Sliman KucajRonald E. RybarcykPaul J. SchlatherThomas B. ShirkeyMark E. SmithSheila Blair SmithMark R. StewartDr. Mark A. StrakaJayne Muzick Zehngut

Class of 19718% (14 of 157) gave $ 3,635.00Ted G. BaerRandi Kaczay DaviesDale M. DiedrickJayne Matia EisbrennerBrian EssenmacherPatricia Peyton EssenmacherDonna Diedrick HumphreyRev. Patrick J. HumphreyPatricia Roberts HysellGerard L. KretschmannThomas J. PetcavageKenneth F. SchneiderMary Lynn Fuchs WatsonKaren Yunker Weber

Class of 197211% (17 of 155) gave $4,060.00Kathleen Poje BramwellDonna Ratusz ChapmanWalter J. ChristensenEdward L. EisbrennerRichard J. FranklinFr. Lawrence JurcakDr. Richard J. KovacsSusan Taylor MabryJim E. MachockSteve W. McCoyMark T. McGuireTerry A. NealSheila Vessalo PetcavageLawrence RodakRichard F. SchusterAnn Murphy TempleDavid C. Weitzel

Class of 19739% (17 of 179) gave $5,520.00Roseann Schlather BrownNoreen Kaib FeldmanMary Clifford HeasleyKathryn Burrer HyerMartha Logan-BielerJean Rybarcyk NejmanFrancine Kretschmann PaschallRobert M. PolutnikRichard R. RadachiPeggy M. ResarSusan Gilles RicksMary Beth Petcavage RileyJohn A. SchlottererKathleen Ruppelt SchoebMarilyn Verhoff WagnerKenneth A. YunkerDr. Michael D. Zvosec


DONOR RECOGnITIOn

Class of 19748% (14 of 167) gave $ 9,178.00Mark A. BrattoliJeffrey ColeDr. John C. CountyAnn Laskin FeickTimothy S. FlowersGeralyn Burke GrayJames P. HooverRichard J. KukuckaTimothy R. MahlTheodore MahlBarbara J. McCoyMarvin G. SmithJames N. TaylorEdward V. Zvosec

Class of 19755% (8 of 130) gave $ 1,330.00Fr. Joseph H. CallahanMs. Linda A. KerekesKatherine Laux LevisJack F. MatiaKaren Peyton Radachi Bernard A. SmithDr. Douglas E. YunkerPeter A. Zakrzewski

Class of 19768% (11 of 146) $4,580.00Meganne O’Donnell BoyerJean Harris BranzelNicholas ChristensenAnn M. FarrellMary Malik GoellnerJohn P. GorskeCynthia C. Leano-SellersGregory J. MachovinaRichard J. PojeRory A. TomasekAmy McCoy Vegh

Class of 19775% (9 of 167) gave $1,265.00Alan J. GolskiKathleen Meanor HolmesDavid M. JanowiczRobert Lehman Briant J. McLaughlinBrenda Kerekes MooneyPaula Vessalo RobertsMadeline Fuchs ThompsonDale A. Verhoff

Class of 19789% (14 of 154) gave $2,495.00Thomas G. CallahanMargaret Schuerger ConnellyLenora Petcavage GivenChristine Kaminski KishPaul A. LaGrotteriaBrian P. McCoyDaniel B. ReaserTom ReighleyColleen Callahan RosadoTony SaporitoGeorge D. Smith IIIKevin J. YoungGreta A. ZiegmanAnne M. Zvirblis

Class of 19797% (12 of 172) gave $ 2,575.00Kathryn A. BrewerBret ByamCynthia St. Marie ByamKathleen McArtor Finelli

Carl J. FuchsDr. Michael J. HoffmanMichael C. KozmaSharon Caputo ProvenzaleJames A. RokasyKevin M. RuppeltStuart P. SaddlerMary Agnes Schlather

Class of 19804% (7 of 177) gave $ 696.38John T. BoylanAmy Vajentic ButlerJohn S. DiernaPeter E. GendicsAnn Marie LeanoJames A. SchilensChristopher F. Smith

Class of 19816% (11 of 171) gave $ 9,195.00Theresa Daly CraytonDr. Carol E. GillesJanice Radyk GodbeyJames E. Harris Mary Pat Shepard HarrisAnna Halbohm HelmsMary S. KaliszewskiMary Boylan MasonMichael G. PatakyRonald J. RickPhillip T. Tollett

Class of 19825% (9 of 168) gave $ 1,255.00David A. Basinski, Jr.David EischenJoseph M. KellingDavid C. KukuckaJohn O’DonnellGreg PerusekPat PerusekNancy Hungerman SaxonVernon R. Smith

Class of 19836% (11 of 183) gave $985.00Paula Hines BishopJeffery J. EischenMarty L. FuchsMary E. GigliottiBrian R. HoaglandMichael P. KaneJeff PubalRobert ResarWilliam R. SextonMatthew St. MarieArlene Stillwell

Class of 1984 5% (9 of 168) gave $ 1,375.00Joanne Rink BloomfieldCeleste Terrion D’SouzaDale GormleyAnne Boylan HartRory KorzanRobert M. LeshnakJill Mason-MillerDr. Todd SwedaPatricia Weyhe Williamson

Class of 19854% (7 of 177) gave $ 460.00Dr. Paul M. GigliottiRichard L. MajorasDr. Scott P. NagyKathleen M. Ray

Joseph A. ShookWilliam R. ThompsonVincent Zemanek

Class of 19867% (11 of 168) gave $ 2,205.00Melissa Van Wie CapassoDr. Brian P. DemosJames N. GaffneyJohn D. GolskiJanine L. HalbohmAmy E. JonesDr. David M. KrolChristine Koebel RademacherNicole Boyson RukstalisBarbara A. VeselyRobert J. Zidek

Class of 19879% (13 of 145) gave $1,550.00Wendy McMahan BestMichael BruderCarmen Castro-RiveraGregory DeckerMary Cay Gurchik DohertyJeffrey C. HoaglandJohn HodsonDennis KaminskiSteven MinnichBrian L. PicholaLinda Smith QuayleJames SustersicJoan Seward Tanner

Class of 19884% (6 of 157) gave $ 3,539.70Matthew CarandangKathy Schubert CarterJames KlingshirnJoe KueblerJoseph PronestiMichael T. Vajentic

Class of 19892% (4 of 165) gave $445.00Benjamin P. BasinskiDr. Jennifer Poduska CarandangJoseph ElbertJohn Kichan

Class of 19901% (2 of 165) gave $1,530.00Scott DemosLana Durban Scott

Class of 19914% (4 of 94) gave $ 570.00Michael GandolfoJohn D. LescherLaura Frey QuigleySarah Duffin Schadek

Class of 19926% (7 of 118) gave $ 2,175.00Kristopher G. AllegrettoGwen Dyer HullmanJamie HullmanKerry KreighbaumPaul A. KueblerDavid J. MalinasDavid M. McCoy

Class of 19931% (1 of 99) gaveStephen Fuchs

Class of 19942% (2 of 107) gave $583.33Michael S. EssenmacherJoseph Frey

Class of 19951% (1 of 101) gaveErika Matthews Rak

Class of 19961% (1 of 82) gaveEric Fritz

Class of 19971% (1 of 106) gaveRyan Mueller

Class of 19983% (4 of 122) gave $2,220.00Margaret Flanagan HollwayDr. Matthew JanikEmily SamekColleen Vincent


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Class of 19997% (10 of 134) gave $2,645.00Ryan GorneyJulie Esch GrubeThomas HesmondAlison Dawson HimesAllison KrebsJennifer Ruth MastersonAndrew SerazinBen SerioRyan UehleinBrooke Cuevas Uehlein

Class of 20002% (3 of 140) gave $145.00Kristen Frey FrankSara Forthofer LinnellRebekka Schlather

Class of 20011% (1 of 134) gaveTomasz Blasz

Class of 20023% (4 of 126) gave $ 425.00Julie Poling BonacciChristopher BurtonAshley EdelMarisa Sarringhaus Parella

Class of 20034% (5 of 126) gave $ 440.00Matthew BobolaEric EisbrennerKevin MachovinaMichael McLaughlinZachary Suetta

Class of 20041% (1 of 121)Neil Fentner

Class of 20052% (2 of 134) gave $ 60.00Andrew HooverJennifer Stursa

Class of 20063% (4 of 134) gave $ 575.00Ellen EisbrennerThomas HyattMary KowalJulie Stursa

Class of 20075% (6 of 131) gave $ 725.00Michelle GarrettKristin GorneyKathryn HyattMaria SellersNicholas SuettaAlexandra Wetzel Zimmermann

Class of 200813% (14 of 104) gave $ 589.94Erin DoranJayson GrahamAmy GrisaNatalie KaczmarczykNicholas LevisBrittany McLaughlinBradley MooreLaura PierceVincenzo PierroRachael PurtaSarah Rak

Cara Dlugosz SaxtonMichael StursaJacob Suetta

Class of 20098% (9 of 119) gave $ 240.00Tyler AndersonAshley BoysonEvann HeidersbachKatherine McNeeleyAlyssa RosadoWilliam SellersMaria StursaMichelle StursaKatelyn Wetzel

Class of 20106% (9 of 150) gave $ 495.00Erin ButerbaughNathaniel Carson Jordan McNickleMatthew PierceAndrea PriceJared SchusterBridget WalshBreanna WisnorZoe Zwegat

Class of 20117% (10 of 139) gave $ 155.00Richard ChunnicKaitlin ConnerMolly ConroyEmily DrumAllison DumskiVictoria KishAnna McNeeleyKelly O’DellNicole SpaetzelEmily Ziegelmeyer

Class of 201215% (16 of 105) gave $ 425.00Angela ButerbaughMary ConroyClara DevineBrett DiederichMorgan FosterCole GorskeAmanda GriffithsStephanie GriffithsNicole KoubekMatthew McGerveyAlexandra MorrisFrederick NielsenDaniel SmithDerek SullingerFrancesca WetzelJoseph Wryst

Class of 20133% (3 of 99) gave $ 63.00Dylan BrownCeline RaibleLauren Wisnor

Class of 201448% (51 of 106 ) gave $152.00Elizabeth ArendashKristen BakerEmily BeckZacharia BerryDylan BishopBenjamin BrattonMarty ConroyAngelo Cruz

Eamon DillonDaniel DovalaRachel ElwerJessica FenikPatrick FetsicVincent FoisyKatherine GauntnerPatricia GauntnerNicholas GaydoshBenjamin GraceJacob HromadaLuke JanosikJohn JergeMarissa JohnsonMatthew JorisMadelyn JoviakDrew KaplanRichard KenneyZachary KonnoSara KoubekRachel KozmaBrian MahiloAlyssa MalinowskiAndrew OrellanoRebecca PronestiMatthew ResarCarolyn RiedelJacob RoeMatthew RuizJeremy SaxonErik SmithCarl SpaetzelKurt SpaetzelKarlie SustersicMyles TernesNatalie TremontKevin TurnerShannon TurnerJustin ValdezMarie VasitasNorbert VelezWilliam Washington, Jr.Ashley Winn

Parents, Alumni Parents, Faculty and Friends GivingAnonymous DonationALCO ManufacturingAmotec, Inc.Bank of AmericaThe Bank of New York MellonCampana Development LLC IICastele Family Scholar. Fund of the

Catholic Community Fdn.Catholic Community FoundationEaton Corp.Elyria Catholic High School BandEmerson Electric Co.EnergizerJack Matia HondaKey FoundationKnights of Columbus #637Knights of Columbus, #774Liberty Auto GroupLiving Stations of The Cross CastMidwest Siding Co.Moen, Inc.Nick Abraham AutomallNick Mayer’s Marshall Ford LincolnNordson CorporationOhio Family RealtyParker Hannifin CorporationPfizer Inc.PNC FoundationPPG Industries FoundationRidge Tool Co.

Robert Wood Johnson FoundationRockwell AutomationSchlather Insurance Agency, Inc.Schlather-Bilskey Family FoundationScott Holland Scholarship FundUBS Employee Giving ProgramUnited Polish ClubUniversity Hospitals Elyria Medical

CenterWells FargoWilliam & Flora Hewlett FoundationZone TransportationMr. and Mrs. Adrian AbrahamowiczMr. Bill AmatoMr. and Mrs. John AquillaMr. and Mrs. Matt BarberMr. Barber’s AP History ClassMr. and Mrs. David and Ellen BasinskiMr. and Mrs. Daniel BeckMr. and Mrs. Michael BeckerMs. Elaine BehrinsMs. Anne BernatMr. and Mrs. Dan BierekMs. Anne BilanciniMr. and Mrs. Richard BirsicMr. and Mrs. Ted and Sharon BlaszakMr. and Mrs. Stanley BleichMs. Cristine BoardMr. and Mrs. Michael BoppMrs. Patricia Bradesca-Schock †Mr. and Ms. Joseph BradyMr. and Mrs. Robert BrodMr. and Mrs. Roger BrooksMr. and Mrs. Don BuchsDr. and Mrs. Jeffery BuckleyMr. and Mrs. Dave BurnsMr. and Mrs. Scott CacoMr. and Mrs. Douglas CairnsMs. Jane CameronMr. and Mrs. Ralph CapassoMr. and Mrs. Martin CarreonDr. and Mrs. James CarroccioDr. and Mrs. Dennis CarsonMr. and Mrs. Edward ChavezMr. and Mrs. Robert CisarMr. and Mrs. Martin ConroyMrs. Denise CortsMr. and Mrs. Anthony CuevasMr. and Mrs. Don CunninghamMr. and Mrs. Paul CunninghamMr. and Mrs. Joseph E. DahmanMr. and Mrs. Manuel Danao, Sr.Mr. and Mrs. Michael DarmafallMr. and Mrs. Michael DaviesMr. and Mrs. Timothy DavisMs. Melissa DeAngelisMr. and Mrs. Herbert DechantMr. and Mrs. James DembiecMr. and Mrs. David DemerMr. and Mrs. William DempseyMr. and Mrs. Mark DeSouzaDr. and Dr. James DeVengencieMr. and Mrs. Wayne DiederichMrs. Dorothy DiedrickMr. and Mrs. Brendan DillonMr. and Mrs. Kevin DoranMr. and Mrs. Dennis DovalaMrs. Rita DrumMr. and Mrs. Peter DuffieldMr. and Mrs. Michael B. DuffinMr. and Mrs. Bill ElwerMr. and Mrs. Ernie FalascoMr. Ernest FalascoMr. Michael F. FarrellMr. and Mrs. Brian FehlanMr. and Mrs. Patrick Fenik


DONOR RECOGnITIOn

Mr. and Mrs. Allan FentnerMr. and Mrs. Jim FetckoMs. Joanne FioreMr. and Mrs. Gary FischerMr. and Mrs. Terence FlanaganMr. and Mrs. Rick FosterMr. and Mrs. Gregory FreehMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMr. and Mrs. Timothy GallagherMr. and Mrs. William GentryMr. David GeorgeMr. and Mrs. Robert GlennMr. and Mrs. Stanislaw GolabMr. and Mrs. Miguel GonzalezMs. Allison GrahamMr. and Mrs. Douglas GrahamMr. and Mrs. Thomas GreeneMr. and Mrs. Michael GriffinMr. and Mrs. Daniel GriffithsMrs. Donna Grisa †Mr. and Mrs. Steve GuilmetteMr. and Mrs. John HadgisMr. and Mrs. Robert HargreavesMrs. Michelle HartmanMr. and Mrs. Daniel HartnettMr. and Ms. Brad HawesMr. and Mrs. Pete HeidersbachMrs. Madeleine HeinrichMr. and Mrs. Brian HolbrookMr. and Mrs. Jeff HolcombMr. and Mrs. Daniel HornbeekMr. and Mrs. Bob HorvathMr. and Mrs. Jerome HowardMr. and Mrs. Jerome HromadaMr. and Mrs. Paul Hruby, Jr.Mrs. Elaine Hurst-BanksMr. and Mrs. Edward JergeMr. and Mrs. Rodney JohnsonMr. and Mrs. Eric JoviakMr. and Mrs. Kevin JuguilonMr. and Mrs. Steve KaplanMr. and Mrs. Joseph M. KellingMr. and Mrs. Herman KellingMr. and Mrs. Frank KieltykaMr. and Mrs. Kevin KilbaneMr. and Mrs. Brian KlammMr. and Mrs. William KochMr. and Mrs. Ralph KoebelMr. and Mrs. Karl KoenigMr. and Mrs. Kevin KonnoMr. and Mrs. Walter KosinMr. and Mrs. Henry KowalMr. and Mrs. Andrew KrakowiakMr. and Mrs. Marty KramerMs. Rosemary KretschmannDr. and Mrs. Nick KsenichMr. and Mrs. Paul R. Kuebler, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey LaGuardiaMr. and Mrs. Neil LaurentMr. and Mrs. James LawsMs. Jennifer LeeMr. and Mrs. Frank LesterMr. and Mrs. Robert LisickyMr. and Mrs. Patrick LoflinMr. and Mrs. Tom LoosMr. and Mrs. Robert LoParoMr. and Mrs. Mark LoperMr. and Mrs. Greg LottMr. and Mrs. Ken and Patti LutkeMr. and Mrs. Gustavo MaderaMr. Earl MahlMr. and Mrs. Martin MahonyMr. and Mrs. Stephen MalbasaMr. Mike McGrathMr. and Mrs. Ervin McKinney

Drs. Sean McNeeley and Mary Kay Shuba

Mr. and Mrs. Jefferey MedvesMr. Mark MeechaMr. and Mrs. Ronald MeholicMr. and Mrs. James MichalskiMr. and Ms. Daniel MierasMr. and Mrs. William MooreMr. and Mrs. Brian MorganMr. and Mrs. Scott MorrisMrs. Karen MoserMr. and Mrs. Michael MulleeMr. Daniel MurphyMr. and Mrs. Christopher NagelMr. and Mrs. Christopher NedrichMr. and Mrs. Kirk NevinsMr. and Mrs. Mark NewmanMr. and Mrs. David NovakMr. and Ms. Jim O’ConnorMr. and Mrs. Timothy O’DellMr. and Mrs. Mick O’HalloranMr. and Mrs. Patrick O’NeilMr. and Mrs. John OskoMr. and Mrs. David OveryMr. and Mrs. Ted PachecoMr. and Mrs. Robert PalmerMr. and Mrs. Lawrence PattonMr. and Mrs. Michael PattonMr. and Mrs. Juan PerezMr. and Mrs. Richard PerkinsMr. and Mrs. Dave PierceMr. and Mrs. William PriceMrs. Jean RaabMr. and Mrs. Scott ReichertMr. and Mrs. James ReichlinMr. and Mrs. Peter RestivoMr. and Mrs. Joseph RiberdyMr. Brian RiehmanMr. and Mrs. Dean RobinsonMs. Peggy RobinsonMr. Jerome RodakMr. and Mrs. James RoeMr. and Mrs. Manuel RomanMr. and Mrs. Basil RozmarynowyczMrs. Kathleen SaundersMr. and Mrs. Dominic ScarvelliMr. and Mrs. Joseph SchillMr. and Mrs. Rodd SchlemmerMr. James and Dr. Heather ScullinDr. and Mrs. John G. SecristMr. and Mrs. David SedlakMr. and Mrs. Mike SikorskiMr. and Mrs. Scott SimmonsMs. Kathryn SkellyMrs. Sheila SopteleanMr. and Mrs. Steven SpaetzelMr. and Mrs. Samuel SpeckMr. and Mrs. Eric SpencerMr. and Mrs. Randy SpencerMr. and Mrs. Dan StimmelMrs. Lesley StoneMs. Lisa StoutMr. and Mrs. Timothy StursaMr. and Mrs. Scott SudnickMr. and Mrs. John SuettaMr. and Mrs. Michael SundermanMr. and Mrs. Michael SwansonMr. and Mrs. Matthew TagliaferriMr. and Mrs. Bob ThayerMr. and Mrs. Joe TheileMr. and Mrs. Robert ThompsonMr. and Mrs. John TirbasoMr. and Mrs. Gary ToichMr. and Mrs. Jose TorresMr. and Mrs. Todd TrockleyMrs. Karen Turk

Ms. Linda TurnerDr. and Mrs. Wayne TurnerMr. and Mrs. Clint Van DineMr. and Mrs. Tom VoytkoMr. and Mrs. Mark WalterMr. and Mrs. Timothy Watson IIMr. and Mrs. Kurt WhitacreMr. and Mrs. Dennis WhiteMs. Tamara WilsonMr. and Mrs. Mike and Michelle WisnorMr. and Mrs. Michael WrystMr. Kenneth A. YunkerMr. and Mrs. Eric H. ZagransMr. and Mrs. James Ziegelmeyer

Endowed Scholarship Giving Al Charnes Scholarship FundMr. David A. Charnes ’65Mr. Richard C. Henke ’58

Denise Ratusz Gorske Scholarship Mr. John P. Gorske ’76Mr. and Mrs. Michael & Madeline

Fuchs ’77 Thompson

The Gandolfo Family ScholarshipMr. and Mrs. Michael Gandolfo ’91

Kolopus ScholarshipMs. Barbara Stanko Bryan ’56

The Earl & Helen Mahl ScholarshipMr. Earl MahlMr. Ted Mahl ’74Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Mahl ’74

Mary Garton Memorial ScholarshipMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMr. George ’55 and Mrs. Mary Jane

Riley ’58 Garton

Dr. John McCoy ScholarshipThe Bank of New York MellonMr. David M. McCoy ’92Mrs. Amy McCoy Vegh ’76

Naughton-Basinski Faculty EnrichmentHon. And Mrs. David and

Ellen Naughton ’57 Basinski

Rosemary Kretschmann ScholarshipMs. Elaine BehrinsMs. Kathryn Kretschmann Kalina ’64Mr. Donald J. Kretschmann ’67Mr. Gerard L. Kretschmann ’71Mr. Robert J. Kretschmann ’70Ms. Rosemary KretschmannMs. Francine Kretschmann

Paschall ’73

Lou Rotunda ScholarshipMr. Lynn L. Livelsberger ’65

The Scott Holland ’02 Memorial Scholarship Scott Holland Scholarship FundLiving Stations of The Cross CastMr. Matthew Bobola ’03Ms. Jane CameronMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMr. and Mrs. Mark T. McGuire ’72Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Speck

In Honor OfIn Honor of Wayne DiederichMr. Donald J. Sugaski

In Honor of Eileen MinnichMr. Brian Riehman

In Honor of Marty Rybarczyk Ms. Cristine Board

In Honor of Barbara Weber ThomasReverend Thomas Weber

In Honor of Alan Toth Ms. Cristine Board

In Honor of Rev. David Weber and Martha Weber TobinReverend Thomas Weber


DONOR RECOGnITIOn

In Memory OfIn Memory of 1973 Deceased ClassmatesClass of 1973

In Memory of Jean Bauman ’58Mr. and Mrs. Ronald McNutt

In Memory of Pat Bradesca-SchockMrs. Jill AnglinMr. Matthew BobolaMr. and Mrs. Kenneth BobolaMr. and Mrs. Robert BohneMs. Christine BrownMr. and Mrs. Lee DiedrickMr. and Mrs. William J. DoranMr. and Mrs. Francis DurantMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMrs. Janet GallagherMr. and Mrs. Thomas GettingsMr. and Mrs. Earl GibsonMr. and Mrs. Rolando IontaMr. and Mrs. John KonscakMs. Allison KrebsMs. Courtney and Ms. Anne KronkDr. and Mrs. Nick KsenichMr. and Mrs. Michael KucharsonMr. and Mrs. Michael LinzDr. and Mrs. Francis McCaffertyDr. and Mrs. Scott NagyMrs. Elise PanehalMr. and Mrs. Robert PanehalMr. and Mrs. Evans, Kathy & Chantelle

PseekosMr. and Mrs. Robert SchmaltzMr. and Mrs. Bruce SchmidtMr. Tom SchockMr. and Mrs. Eric ShankSherwin-Williams FoundationMr. and Mrs. Daniel SirkenMr. Mark SniderMr. and Mrs. Bob SperliMr. Ryan UehleinMr. and Mrs. Mike and

Kate Schock-WilliamsMr. and Mrs. Mike and Michelle Wisnor

In Memory of Mary Ellen Carmel ’60Mr. John J. O’Connor

In Memory of Catherine CavagnaMr. and Mrs. Stephen DavisEMH Regional Medical CenterMrs. Jayne EisbrennerMr. Alan J. GolskiMr. Gerald J. GolskiRev. Pat and Mrs. Donna HumphreyMrs. Mary Beth JaegerMr. Richard KaminskiMr. and Mrs. John F. LescherMr. Bernard W. McAllisterMr. Robert F. MoncheinMr. John MurbachMrs. Marilyn L. PeloquinDr. and Mrs. John G. SecristMr. Daniel J. Talarek

In Memory of Dr. Ray de la PenaMr. and Mrs. Mike Lapos

In Memory of Fr. GaetanoSt. Jude Church

In Memory of Dominic GiovannazzoMr. Terrence H. CallahanDonald A. Schuster Greenhouse, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Earl ElbertMr. and Mrs. Stephen M. FuchsMrs. Mary M. GoellnerMr. James JiovanazzoMr. and Mrs. Mark U. ReichlinMrs. Bonnie RobertsMs. Judith Weitzmann

In Memory of Martin Haas ’56Ms. Martha J. DiederichMr. and Mrs. Donald J. Rothgery

In Memory of Kurt Jacobs ’06Mr. Thomas Hyatt

In Memory of Stan Machock ’57Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. FuchsMrs. Sally A. HildebrandtMr. Jim E. MachockMr. John J. O’Connor

Mr. and Mrs. Frank PawlikowskiWakeman Eagles

In Memory of James MatiaMs. Mary Lou DavisMr. and Mrs. Michael B. DuffinMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMr. and Mrs. William GrossMr. and Mrs. Mark U. Reichlin

In Memory of Sophie McArtorDr. Brian P. DemosMr. Scott DemosMrs. Kathleen FinelliMr. and Mrs. Stephen LuhnMs. Kristina McCuePratt Anesthesiology Assoc.Mr. and Mrs. Wayne PrechtelMrs. Sharon A. RiggsMr. and Mrs. Thomas SeifertTeaching StrategiesMs. Theresa Wukie

In Memory of Ed McCoy ’79Ms. Joyce M. JosephicMs. Jeanne Tucker

In Memory of Eileen MurawskiMr. Lawrence Rodak

In Memory of Bob Noll ’72Mr. Richard J. Franklin

In Memory of Robert E. O’DonnellMrs. Dorothy B. MeekMr. and Mrs. Gregory BowenMr. Michael BoyerMr. and Mrs. William J. DoranMr. Michael F. FarrellMrs. Connie HooverMr. and Mrs. Roy LashleyMr. Edward MachovinaMr. Harold F. MinnichMr. and Mrs. John and Joanne PlasMr. and Mrs. Mark U. ReichlinMr. and Mrs. Richard P. SewardMr. and Mrs. Matthew St. MarieMr. and Mrs. Thomas A. St. MarieMr. and Mrs. James StrasserVillas at Highland Park

In Memory of Robert Piazza ’62Mr. and Mrs. Robert EdwardsMr. and Mrs. Robert GlennMr. and Mrs. Marcus SanchezMr. and Mrs. Timothy WidmanMs. Pat WorcesterMr. and Mrs. Dennis Yearley

In Memory of Bishop A. J. QuinnAnchor Club of America Branch #17Mr. and Mrs. James AndrassyMr. and Mrs. Michael BarthMs. Marilyn BartucciMr. and Mrs. Carl BlaizeMr. and Mrs. Dudley BlossomMr. and Mrs. Richard BonitzMs. Eleanor BoyleMr. and Mrs. Ken BreenMr. and Mrs. Tom BrennanMs. Eileen ChambersMrs. Regina CharvatMr. and Mrs. Dan ClarkMr. Mike ClearyMrs. Margaret S. ConnellyMs. Mary Jane CuratoloMr. Antonio D’AmicoMr. and Mrs. Victor DiGeronimo & the

DiGeronimo FamiliesMr. Don DiLuciano, Jr.Mr. Donald DiLucianoMr. August DiVitoMr. and Mrs. William J. DoranMr. and Mrs. John EbleMr. and Ms. William FindleyMs. Christine Foster Mr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. Ed GarvenMr. Charles GarvenMrs. Dianne E. GooldMr. and Mrs. Richard GrondinDr. Susan Guarnes SotoMr. and Mrs. Robert HarterMs. Anna May HuntMs. Ann JoyceMs. Dorothy KasonMr. Joseph KasonMs. Renee Kleppel &

Sharon Marie KleppelMs. Patricia KuczmarskiMr. and Mrs. David KuharMr. Gregory KurtzMs. Diana LackeyMr. and Mrs. Brian LaddenMs. Marylou LambMr. and Mrs. Richard LoriusMr. and Mrs. Jack LynchMs. Mary MadzelonkaMalley’s ChocolatesMr. and Mrs. Brian McCartanMedical Mutual of OhioMr. and Mrs. Kenneth MeyersMr. and Mrs. Ralph MillerMs. Jane MuellerMr. and Mrs. Austin MulhernMs. Margaret MullenThe Honorable and

Mrs. Terrence O’DonnellMs. Nacy PanzicaMs. Linda PaviaMr. Robert PearlMs. Cathrin PeterMr. and Ms. Gerald PlenzlerMs. Carole PriceMs. Margaret RabatskyMr. and Mrs. Richard RanaudoMr. and Mrs. Leo ReichardRegina Health Center


In MemoriamThe following Elyria Catholic alumni passed away between October 2013 and October 2014. They will be remembered at masses and in daily prayers throughout the year.

Jean Roling Baumann ’58 Melvin Bechemer ’57Margaret Lichman Brandstadt ’65Nancy Elbert Buescher ’59Robert Holtwick ’54 Kelly Kramer ’07 Joyce Plas Meyer ’65 Kathleen McDonough Murphy ’62

Diane Smith Notter ’57Carl Olah ’58Robert Piazza ’62Gregory Poyle ’81Robert Ryan ’52Lauren Venzel ’04James Walczak ’65 Regina Walczak ’54

If an EC alum in your family passes away, please let us know by contacting Elyria Catholic High School at (440) 365-1821 ext 122. If you would like to remember your loved one through donations to Elyria Catholic High School, please contact your funeral director for information.

Financial StabilityIncome 2013-2014 Tuition & Fees $ 3,432,126

Annual Giving & Fundraising $ 613,872

Other $ 362,920

Expenses 2013-2014 Salaries & Benefits $ 2,953,557

Financial Aid $ 212,215

Plant Operations & Management $ 291,689

General Administration $ 966,143

Tuition & Fees78%

Other8%

Annual Giving & Fundraising

14%

Salaries & Benefits67%

General Administration

22%

Plant Operations & Management

7%

Financial Aid5%

DONOR RECOGnITIOn


Mr. Casimir Rutt & FamilyMs. Patricia SaltsmanSerra Club of Lorain CountyMr. and Ms. Richard SlaghtMr. Robert SmithMr. and Mrs. Francis StackSt. Augustine Ministries GolfSt. Jude ChurchMr. and Mrs. Troy StokesMr. Gerald SweeneyMr. and Mrs. Edward TelepakThe Lawyers Guild Catholic

Community Fdn.Mr. and Mrs. Pat WaidReverend Thomas Weber

In Memory of Joan Reaser ’52Dads’ Booster ClubMr. Harold F. MinnichMr. Richard P. Seward

In Memory of Madeleine ReinartzMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie Fritz

In Memory of Rita Fritz RinkMr. Eugene L. FritzMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie Fritz

In Memory of Ron RobertsAnonymous DonationMs. Jean AckermanMr. and Mrs. David AmrozowiczMr. and Mrs. Jason BallyMr. and Mrs. Joseph BlaszakMrs. Constance D. BrentMs. Mary Lou DavisMr. and Mrs. James DiederichMr. and Mrs. Thomas H. DiedrickMr. and Mrs. Michael B. DuffinMr. and Mrs. Ed and Jayne EisbrennerMr. and Mrs. Patrick FenikMr. and Mrs. Stephen FraleyMr. Eugene L. FritzMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. Stephen M. FuchsMr. Carl J. FuchsMr. Marty L. FuchsMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMr. and Mrs. John A. GiovannazzoMr. and Mrs. John GluvnaMr. and Mrs. Michael GonsiorowskiMs. Patricia KirshMs. Ruth Ann KovachMr. Joseph R. KukuckaMr. and Mrs. Mike LaposLaubenthal Mercado Funeral

Home, Inc.Dr. and Mrs. Nicandro LeanoListon Funeral Home, LLC.Mr. Jim E. MachockMr. William F. Machovina, Jr.Mr. Jack F. MatiaMr. and Ms. John McCartyDrs. Sean McNeeley and

Mary Kay ShubaMr. Harold F. MinnichMr. and Mrs. Robert O’DonnellDr. and Mrs. Nelson PetrovMr. and Mrs. James PiazzaMr. and Mrs. John PlasMr. and Mrs. Michael S. PolutnikMr. Robert M. PolutnikMrs. Erika R. RakMr. and Mrs. Mark U. ReichlinMr. and Mrs. Donald J. RothgeryMrs. Sarah C. SchadekMr. and Mrs. Richard P. Seward

Mr. and Mrs. Mark SlevaSt. Jude ChurchMr. and Mrs. Michael &

Madeline ThompsonMr. and Mrs. Paul VarleyDr. Raymond H. VecchioMr. and Mrs. Bill and

Mary Lynn WatsonMr. and Mrs. Howard WellsMr. and Mrs. Ronald J. ZidekDr. Michael D. ZvosecMr. and Mrs. Edward V. Zvosec

In Memory of Maria ShiveyMr. and Mrs. Ted and

Sharon BlaszakMr. and Mrs. Ed and

Jayne EisbrennerMs. Ellen EisbrennerMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. Chuck and Hedy FyeMrs. Karen MoserMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Petcavage

In Memory of Fr. Dennis St. MarieMr. John W. Ross

In Memory of George M. StrakaAnonymous DonationMs. Mary Lou DavisMr. John P. GorskeMr. and Mrs. Matthew LinscottMrs. Susan MabryMr. and Mrs. James MoanMs. Sally M. PackMrs. Joanne M. Plas and John PlasMs. Victoria RadicanMs. Judith K. Rehm-NorboPrete Builders, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Mark U. Reichlin

Mr. and Mrs. John RobinsonMr. Brent SandersMr. and Mrs. Russell SchanbacherMr. Thomas B. ShirkeyDr. Mark A. StrakaMr. Donald J. SugaskiMs. Elizabeth TaylorMr. and Mrs. Edward V. Zvosec

In Memory of Virginia SumpMerck Partnership for Giving

In Memory of Victor John TurkMr. and Mrs. William BoergerMr. Richard BreitensteinMr. and Mrs. John DzurkoMr. Ray HrovatMr. Thomas MarcusMr. and Mrs. Ray TurkMr. and Mrs. Robert TurkMs. Ann Wojcik

In Memory of Laverne Vargo ’52Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Diedrick

In Memory of Alfred VerhoffMr. and Mrs. Matt ChincharMr. and Mrs. Greg GergoricMr. and Mrs. John NychMr. Dale A. VerhoffMrs. Marilyn K. Wagner

In Memory of Mona Vesely & Robert VeselyMs. Barbara A. Vesely

In Memory of Teresa VessaloThe Malek Abou-Diab FamilyMs. Mary BeckerMs. Judy Bednarz

Mr. and Mrs. ButcherMrs. Donna K. ChapmanMr. and Mrs. C. ConteCuyahoga Community CollegeDads’ Booster ClubMr. and Mrs. Robert FranksMr. and Mrs. John and Carrie FritzMr. and Mrs. John HeidenreichMr. and Mrs. Nicholas JosephMs. Shirley JosephMr. and Mrs. D. MalanowskiMr. and Mrs. G. MaloneMr. and Mrs. Harold F. MinnichMr. and Mrs. J. NagyMr. and Mrs. M. NatranMr. and Mrs. J. NatranMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. PetcavageMr. and Mrs. Michael S. PolutnikMs. Stephanie PolutnikMr. and Mrs. Mark U. ReichlinMr. and Mrs. D. ReillyMrs. Mary Beth RileyMr. J. RobertsMrs. Paula RobertsMrs. Nora A. SchrenkelMs. Diane M. ShuppMr. and Mrs. James TomsicMr. Jerome E. VessaloMs. Paulette WilliamsMr. Norman Wohlever &

Ms. Joyce WohleverMs. Irene WohleverMr. and Mrs. J. Wrona & Elizabeth

In Memory of Regina Walczak ’54Ms. Barbara Klein

In Memory of Tom Wirscham ’67Ms. Rita M. Koberna

Elyria CatholicH i g H S c H o o l

725 Gulf Road • Elyria, OH 44035440.365.1821

www.elyriacatholic.com

November 02 Open house 11:30 am- 2:00 pm 05, 07 & 08 Fall play 7:30 pm 08 Placement exam for incoming freshman 8:30-noon President’s Leadership Dinner 5:00 pm 15 Band craft show 9:00 am-3:00 pm

December 09 Christmas band and choir concert

January 10 Placement exam for incoming freshman 8:30-noon 20 All county Catholic school liturgy 9:30 am

February 18 Ash Wednesday Liturgy 9:30 am

March 03 Incoming freshman parent meeting 6:30 pm 07 Freshman registration 9:00-11:30 am 25, 27-28 Spring musical 7:30 pm

April 01 Living Stations of the Cross 1:00 pm 25 Spring gala and auction 5:30 pm

May 13 Band and choir concert 7:00 pm 22 Baccalaureate Mass 9:00 am Commencement 6:00 pm

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