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Assumption Newsletter 1100 Huron Church Rd.Windsor, Ontario N9C
2K7(519) 256-7801 ext. 299FAX (519) 256-0417E Mail:
[email protected]. 79 SPRING 2005 ISSUED TWICE YEARLY
ANNUAL REUNION A GREAT SUCCESSOn Nov. 6th, 2004 the Alumni of
classes 1944,‘49, ‘54, ‘64, ‘69, ‘74, ‘79, ‘84 and ‘89 crowdedthe
newly renovated rooms and hallways oftheir Alma Mater. A delectable
meal preparedby the Assumption Culinary Arts students ledby their
Chef and teacher, DianeNehmetallah was enjoyed by the 170 luckyones
who made dinner reservations. Aftersavouring their meal, classes
were called tothe gym for their group picture and then led ona tour
through the school and new boardoffices by grade 12 students of
Miss Sisti’s andMr. Klymko’s religion classes. They returnedfrom
their tour to continue with their reminisc-ing of past and present
memories.
Special Thanks to the Following ReunionHelpers: (it would not be
a success withoutyou!)
Wayne Churchill (‘70), who spent many, manyhours helping Fr.
Cullen during the summerand after school during the fall to prepare
thenewsletter for print. Then he helped in the fold-ing, labelling
and sorting in order to get themto you on time before the
reunion.
Ron Lawson and Chuck Durocher whocleaned the cafeteria before
setup for thereunion dinner.
Classes of Mary McNamara (‘77) and BrendaMcIntyre (new staff
member) who set up thecafeteria with tables and chairs and
DeniseHebert’s class (‘81) who cleaned the gym andbleachers for
class pictures.
Mike Delisle and the wrestling team who fin-
ished setting up the cafeteria and gym andthen put everything
back after the event - anenormous job well done!!
Gary Fera and members of the hockey teamwho checked your coats
so politely.
Mr. Dennis Palamides (‘68) andAssumption’s Student Parliament
who gra-ciously took your money for the can drive andfilled in
wherever they were needed.
The welcome committee of Sue Rau, LoisCalsavara, Doris Lescanec,
Louise Kelly andCarole Dywelska who immensely enjoyreturning every
year to greet you and “catch upnews” with you.
Refreshment tickets - Laurie Browning, PaulHuggard and Pauline
Kenney, loyal to theend.
Diane Nehmetallah and the students of theCulinary Arts Program
and staff of St. Basil’sCafe’, who prepared, served and cleaned
upafter the wonderful meal. (You missed a realtreat if you did not
eat here!)
Mark Monforton (‘70) of Monty Formal Wear(Tecumseh Rd. E.) who
graciously outfitted theservers with the very attractive tuxes.
Weespecially like Mark’s nice touch of the purplevests!!
Martha Drobitch, Mary and Frank Gaiarinwho helped in the dining
room. Again, faithfulvolunteers who return every year!
Alumni Reporters, Tour Guides, ParkingAttendants, etc. of Miss
Sisti’s and Mr.
Klymko’s grade 12 religion classes who alsofilled in wherever
needed and did a wonderfuljob! Miss Sisti also helped with
laminatingposters and signs so that you would not getlost!
Photos - Walter Manzig (‘78), Peter Scarpelli(‘62) and Marlena
DeLuca (‘00) for getting youto smile for that group picture.
For your own copy of any picture taken atthe reunion, please
check Walter’s website -www.windsoronphoto.com.
Decorations, Posters, Pictures, Plants, etc. etc.,- Alma Hogan
(‘73), Steve Polewski (‘82), LilDumouchelle (‘75) for providing the
“materi-al” to talk about during the evening.
Alma and Steve have a wonderful gift of trans-forming the
“pumpkin” cafeteria into a “cin-derella” dining room.
Videos of the present school renovations andvideo of the former
high school (Dillon Hall -1950 class) - Rick Dumouchelle (‘74).
Rickalso helped in many other areas in an effort tokeep his wife
(Lil) sane!
John Devine (‘63), our libations engineer whotook care of every
detail for the bar, from plan-ning, purchasing, executing,
organizing a barcrew, returning extra libations, cleaning
up,statement of bar account, etc. etc. We couldnot have done it
without you, John. Thanksalso to his bar attendants who tried to
keep thedrinks flowing: Dan Gagnier (‘93), MattSouchuk (‘92), Tom
Milanis (‘82), GerryTousignant (‘82), Ron Binks (‘76) EugeneKlymko
(staff) and Denise Hebert (‘81) whofilled in when needed.
John Devine also spent many hours at theschool labeling and
sorting newsletters so thatthey could get to you on time before
thereunion. (If you don’t let us know that youraddress has changed,
we can’t mail it to you!)
Mike Duchene ’76 and Ron Binks ’76 for pro-viding licence
plates, yearbooks, history books,etc. for sale and for their help
to clean up in thewee hours of the morning. Thanks guys!!
Denis Malette who helped get the newsletterout in time and also
helped during the eveningto close up and secure the building.
Eugene Klymko for his many consultationswith Lil Dumouchelle
(‘75) to make sure things
Jim Hartford, Bernardine Hartford, Lido Sandre’, Lisa Sandre’,
Ian Gauld, in front of Ian, his dad,Ferris, Vanessa Raven, Ed
Zemla
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GOLF TOURNAMENTGOLF TOURNAMENT
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would go smoothly. Also, helping to setup,take down, clean up,
etc. etc.. Thanks,Eugene!!
Thanks to the Alumni present that evening thattook the time to
answer the many student let-ters addressed to the alumni. (look for
some ofthese letters and responses in this and subse-quent
newsletters)
Thanks also to Fr. Stortz, Alumni Director, Fr.Cullen ex-officio
director, Glen Holland,Basilian Father’s Treasurer, Hunt
Hool,President, Mark Fathers, Treasurer and LilDumouchelle, Reunion
Coordinator for help-ing to make sure the night was a success.
The next reunion proves to be even better!!Stay tuned for Nov.
5th, 2005.
GO RAIDERS!!!!!
WEB SITEASSUMPTION ON
THE INTERNETADDRESS IS: www.wecdsb.on.ca
Then: OUR SCHOOLSThen: VISIT OUR SCHOOLS -
ASSUMPTIONThen: Open the front door.
CHECK YOURMAILING LABEL
Top right hand corner is theyear we have on file for
yourgraduation year. If this isincorrect, please notify us bymail,
or by e-mail.
Entry Form
25TH ANNUAL FR. SHEEDY MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENTSAT., JUNE 4,
2005 AT ROSELAND GOLF CLUB
Name:
____________________________________________________________
Address:
__________________________________________________________
City: __________________ Postal Code ________ Phone:
____________
Tee times: 11:20 A.M. - 1:52 P.M.(Limited to 80 players)
Call Gary Ulicny to reserve time (519) 944-4403(Deadline May 21,
2005)
I have arranged to play with:
1 ______________________________ 2
____________________________
3 ______________________________ 4
______________________________
I enclose a cheque for $ ______________ to cover :
____________ Golf and dinner for $80 per person
____________ Dinner only: $30 per person
Please return to: Assumption Alumni Office1100 Huron Church
Road,Windsor ON N9C 2K7
All proceeds to aid Alumni activities
Servers in tuxes: Christie Baltzer, Dane VanDenDriessche, Dia
Ravja, Adrienne Drouin, Mike Delong, Sarah Theriault, SkyeFindlay,
Phil Morin
THANK YOU!To Ferris Gauld, ’54
for making a beautiful‘Assumption Crest Face’clock which will
hang
proudly in the Alumni Office.
CLASS OF ‘95
10 YEARS! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT! COMEHEAR WHAT YOUR CLASSMATES ARE
UPTO NOVEMBER 5TH, 2005. LET US KNOWOF ANY ADDRESS CHANGE.
HELPERSNEEDED TO CONTACT YOUR CLASS.CALL 256-7801 EXT. 299.
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REDEDICATIONREDEDICATION
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REDEDICATION OF ASSUMPTIONThe re-dedication of Assumption was
celebrat-ed on Sunday, November 7th, 2004. Manymembers of the
Assumption Communityattended. Graduates, parents, current and
for-mer staff members, students, BoardAdministration and Trustees
gathered for Massin the Armstrong Gym. Father Bill
Kornacker,graduate and priest chaplain was the main cel-ebrant.
Fathers C. Cullen, G. Beaune, J.Stortz, Q. Johnson, J. Redican
andHathaway concelebrated.
Before Mass, Michael Moher, Director ofEducation, Janet
Ouellette, Superintendent ofEducation, Patrick Keane, Trustee,
RosemaryLimarzi, School Council Chairperson, andGregory McLean,
Architect shared greetingsand congratulations. Five former
Principalswere acknowledged and thanked for their con-tribution to
the building of the Assumption tra-
dition: Father Ron Cullen, Fr. Joe Redican,Joseph Berthiaume,
Kevin Mulvey and FrankMarcon. Father Kornacker shared his
thoughtsabout the journey Assumption continues tomake commenting
that we are always underconstruction. Father Quentin Johnson spoke
ofthe Basilian charism as it is revealed atAssumption through its
openness, flexibility,and perseverance.
Mass opened with a procession of staff andstudents carrying the
crucifixes to be blessedand placed throughout the building.
TheAssumption choir and musicians led thesinging and provided
inspiration for the cele-bration. Representatives from the school
com-munity carried up gifts representing the manyaspects of the
life of the school and the con-struction project.
At the end of Mass, Fr. Kornacker blessed thecrucifixes and sent
staff and students to placethem throughout the building. He then
led thecongregation to the original cornerstonewhich was
re-dedicated. We then processedthrough the building to the statue
of Mary (inmemory of Mary Kulyk, first female Vice-Principal of
Assumption). We prayed thatAssumption continue to be blessed and
pro-tected by Mary, the Mother of God.
A beautiful granite plaque placed at the newentrance to the
school commemorates therenewed Assumption. It is a gift of the
Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board.
Following the formal celebrations, everyonegathered in the new
cafeteria for a receptionthat was prepared and hosted by
theAssumption Hospitality students.
Rededicationfrom left to right: Fr. R. Cullen C.S.B., Fr. G.
Beaune C.S.B., Fr. Bill Kornacker, Fr. J.J. Stortz C.S.B., Fr.
Q. Johnson C.S.B., Fr. J. Redican C.S.B., Fr. Hathaway
C.S.B.
It really DOES make a difference when class volunteers make the
effortto call and organize their fellow graduates for their special
reunion.Thanks to all those volunteers for making this year’s
reunion such a suc-cess.
Thanks to Paul Monforton ‘44, Leon Durocher, Joe Matz and
FerrisGauld of 1954, Mark Fracas, Harold Remark and Joal Zakoor
of1974, Hunt Hool ‘79, Chris Scott ‘94 and Fina DiMaggio ‘99.
WON’T YOU VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH YOUR REUNION FOR NOV.
5TH,2005?
Please call the alumni office at 256-7801 ext. 299, if you are
interestedin helping to organize your class. Don’t worry!! We will
help you getstarted.
So far, the following have generously volunteered to be a class
contact:
1955 Pat McHugh 734-671-9013Norm Rice 586-776-6900
[email protected]
Bernard Willis [email protected]
1970 Dwight Barron 519-945-7501Gary Predki 517-265-2639Mike
Girard 519-736-5192 [email protected]
1975 Peter Hrastovec 519-966-1300 ext. 421Daytime519-256-2160
Evening
Frank Iatonna 519-969-7933 [email protected] Roberts
519-971-9213 [email protected] Dumouchelle 519-969-7419
[email protected]
1980 Bev Nadalin 519-966-8859
1985 Joe Siddall 519-969-8903 [email protected]
1990 Joe Barile [email protected]
THANK YOU CLASS VOLUNTEERS !!
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FEATURE - MIO, WALKERFEATURE - MIO, WALKER
Mio and Walker Enter Windsor/Essex Sports Hall of Fame(Dave
Waddell/Mary Caton Windsor Star)
In 1972, Bruce Walker played quarterback forthe WSSA
championships. He played basketballin ‘72,’73 and in ‘74. Walker,
with his team wonthe WSSA, SWOSSA and were semi-finalists atthe
Ontario High School Championships. In ‘74,he quarterbacked the WSSA
Champion Footballteam. He then became an all-Canadian receiv-er
with the University of Windsor Lancers. Aftergraduating in 1979,
Walker played six seasonswith the CFL’s Ottawa Rough Riders.
VERY PROUD
“As anyone up here can tell you, I’m very proudfor people to
know I’m from Windsor,” saidWalker, who has lived in Ottawa for
over 20years. “It’s quite an honour to be recognized byyour
hometown. It was a great place for anyathlete, who had aspirations
of going to the toplevel, to grow up. There are so many
greatcoaches: Bernie Soulliere, Harry Lumley, GinoFracas and Father
Cullen, available to us.”
Walker’s accomplishments with the OttawaRough Riders of the
Canadian Football League,along with an impressive high school and
col-lege career, were celebrated by a large contin-gent of
relatives and friends.
EXCITED ABOUT THIS ONE!
“I don’t really get excited about championshipsor individual
awards, but I am excited aboutthis one,” Walker said in a telephone
interviewfrom his office as vice-president of sales andmarketing
for the Ottawa Athletic Club.
Walker said: “It’s not often you get a chance tothank all the
people who had such an influenceon your life.”
A STAND-OUT
Walker was a standout in football, baseball andbasketball at
Assumption under the direction ofhigh school legends like Jack
Hool, EdPetryshyn, Bob Mailloux, Gerry Philp and JohnUpham.
“I think baseball was a sport I played reallywell,” he said.
“Basketball was the sport Ienjoyed most and football was the sport
I madea career.” In a baseball game in Detroit, a TigerScout raved
about Bruce’s prospects to playMajor League Baseball. Bruce chose
football.
He recalled how Rev. Ronald Cullen would openthe Assumption gym
and that’s where he and
his buddies could be found, shooting hoops at10 o’clock on a
Saturday night.
FOOTBALL!
Walker attended North Dakota State Universityon a football
scholarship for one year butreturned in 1975 and began a successful
four-year run with the University of Windsor Lancersunder coach
Gino Fracas. He won an OUAAchampionship with the Lancers in 1975
and hewas a CIAU all-Canadian wide receiver in 1978.
He still counts the decision to come home andplay for Fracas as
among “one of the best I’veever made. I’m a big proponent that it’s
benefi-cial for young athletes to play in their hometown.
Sometimes, you get caught up in the ideaof a U.S. scholarship but
it’s not the be all andend all.”
Walker, 49, played for the Rough Riders from1979 through1984,
making one appearance inthe Grey Cup In 1981.
GIVING BACK
These individuals are giving back to their com-munities. Eddie
co-chairs an annual event thatsupports the Windsor Make a Wish
Foundation.Bruce, in addition to working with physicallydisabled
kids and speaking at over 120 eventsannually, is also honourary
chairman for RonaldMcDonald House in the Ottawa area and
racedirector for “Do it for Dad” an event that hasraised over a
half a million dollars over the pastfive years for prostate
research and care.
Portraits of the latest inductees are currently ondisplay at
Windsor’s Devonshire Mall.
Bruce Walker ’72
Eddie Mio, ‘71 and Bruce Walker, ‘73 join thelikes of Fr.
Charles Armstrong, Fr. Ronald Cullenand Reno Bertoia to name a few,
in beinginducted into the Windsor/Essex Sports Hall ofFame at
ceremonies that took place on October16, 2004. Can you name the
other elevenAssumption Alumni Inductees? Answers foundsomewhere in
this newsletter.
Mio helped lead the Assumption PurpleRaiders to three
consecutive city hockey titlesin the late 1968-71. Eddie Mio won a
WSSAChampionship in 1971 and 1972, neverthelessattended Colorado
College on his way to sevenyears in the NHL.
“Bruce and I didn’t only play together atAssumption, we played
football and baseballtogether”, said Mio at the induction
ceremony.
Eddie was acknowledged for his success inthe National Hockey
League while Bruce wasacknowledged for his accomplishments withthe
Ottawa Rough Riders of the CanadianLeague.
For more information on Mio, see AlumniNewsletter #77, pg.15
(Feb. 2004) in whichhe was featured in the sports section.
Eddie Mio ’71
Attention: Raider FootballAlumni
The 2005 Raiders need yourhelp! We don’t have enough
football helmets on the shelf and wedon’t have the financial
resources toreplace the old ones. If you or your com-pany would
consider making a donationto cover or partially cover the cost of
anew helmet, please contact DeniseHebert at the school 256-7801
ext. 259.
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ALUMNI REPORTALUMNI REPORT
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What a year it has been! And now I am writingletters and
articles for the Newsletter. If only Fr.Finke could see me now.
Which brings me tomy first point. I can make free-throws, but I
amnot a writer. Anyone interested in joining thecommittee to write
for the AssumptionNewsletter is more than welcome. Also,
pleasecontinue to submit stories and updatesbecause they are very
important. TheNewsletter has been in existence for 27 yearsnow. It
is the life line of communication to allAlumni, to keep you
informed about the past,present and future of the greatest
schoolever. That’s the truth. If you could meet all theother proud
alumni and hear all the stories thatI have, you would definitely
agree.
The Assumption Alumni Committee has beenhard at work the past
couple of years becauseit is a crucial time for all of us to keep
the tra-dition alive. There are monthly meetings andseveral others
in between. Fr. Cullen and Fr.Stortz have done an incredible job
for all of usfor more years than I can count. I personally
would like to specially thank them both, andask for their
continued patience as myself andother members learn what it takes.
Believe me,it takes a lot. Therefore, if you would like to
getinvolved in any capacity, please contact us.
Next, a beautiful office has been provided forthe Alumni and the
move into it requiredtremendous effort. Thanks to Mary
MargaretParent and Bruno Limarzi, and countless othersfor their
help. We are currently working on“incorporation”, so that the
tradition ofAssumption College High will always continue,whether
it’s the reunions, the Newsletter, golftournament, etc. Did you
know that needystudents are provided uniforms, bus passesand
bursaries to continue their education?The Alumni has started to get
involved withthis, along with the “old” Dads and MothersClubs that
raised funds that still provide thesethings. It is the Committee’s
intention, not onlyto continue this support, but to increase it
withyour help. Can you imagine having a “SpringFair” again?
Here comes the sales pitch that I’m so terribleat. The Century
Club receives numerous dona-tions, $100 a year or more, from
generousAlumni. It is a charitable donation, and thus atax receipt
is issued. The Newsletter alone,costs $8,000 per year. Please
consider anannual donation to the Century Club, so thatAssumption
can continue to be the best.
Lastly, I wish to thank everyone, especiallyLiliana (Caira)
Dumouchelle (‘75), WayneChurchill (‘70), Mark Fathers (‘71),
MikeDuchene (‘76), John Devine (‘63), SanteSalvador (‘66), Gary
Ulicny (‘66), DennisMalette (new committee member) GlenHolland,
Eugene Klymko and Preney Print. If Imissed anyone, thank you also.
The work, careand pride these people have for this school
isAMAZING.
Please remember Norbert Rammler and otherdeparted alumni in your
thoughts and prayers.
Hunt Hool. (‘79)
ALUMNI REPORT
LOST ALUMNI FROM CLASS OF 19801980-WE’VE LOST A FEW
We’ve lost the addresses of some of your fellow ‘80 grads. If
you can help us find them, call thealumni office at 519-256-7801
ext. 299.
Ahern, William RaymondAuger, Mrs. ErinAzzopardi, Thos
G.Bergeron, MarcBowman, William W.Ceolin, Marc AnthonyCoates, Mrs.
Mary JoanneCole, Leslie MargueriteCoyle, PatCurran, Paul H.Cushman,
Don JamesCvornyek, Karen MarieDabrowski, KevinDalton, Mark
T.Daoust. Mrs. CathyDeluca, Alesandro AnthonyDeLisle, Susan
BlancheDiGiorgi, FrancesDuquette, BarryFerreira, Julie MariaKong,
AnnetteKong, Cecilia
Laporte, Gene CharlesLee, Christopher Fan Wing Lepera, Teresa
Asmara MacDougall, Maureen Marcussi, Christopher Marentette, Linda
Ann McNeil, Diane Marie Musick, Paul William Papia, Victoria
(Boucher) Pare, BrianPastovich, DinaPatel, RahulPeltier, Kevin
Michael Petricola, Mario Pidgeon, Jacqueline Majella Pignanelli,
Bill Pomainville, Gail MariePradhan, AtulPu, Theresa
Lai-kwanRainone, SandyReid, John Francis Reid, Kevin Gerard
Renaud, Michelle (Durocher) Robinson, LeeRondot, GeraldineRyan,
JaniceSamson, Michael Schieck, MichaelSeguin, PhilSexton,
KevinSkov, Erin (Mahon) Slama, John JoachimSt Denis, Glen Stodolny,
Christine Theresa Taylor, TimTesolin, Elena Elizabeth Thomas,
SunilThompson, Susan (Dockerty) Tighe, Angela LynnTonkin,
JulieTurner, Elizabeth A. Turner Tucker, Susan M.White,
BarbaraZampa, Michael
Class of ‘90Remember your fifteen year reunion,November 5, 2005.
Let us know of anyaddress change. Helpers needed to con-tact your
class. Call 256-7801 ext. 299.
Lil Dumouchelle ’75 presenting an apprecia-tion award to Mark
Monforton ’70 of MontyFormal Wear (1190 Tecumseh Rd. E.) for
hiscontribution of the attractive ‘purple vested’tuxedos for the
servers at our reunion dinnerNovember 6, 2004.
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FEATURE - JAY EVANS, ’90FEATURE - JAY EVANS, ’90
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FROM THE FIELD TO THE BENCH
by Bob Duff, Windsor Star
Two years ago, alone with his thoughts in theWindsor Stars’
dugout, designated hitter JayEvans stared downward toward nothing
in par-ticular. He dabbed at the perspiration on hisforehead with a
towel, but nothing could wipeaway the frustration. There is no
consolation ina trip to the bronze-medal game.
Only disconsolation. Especially when it’s yourlast chance at
glory. “You work all year for thegold medal and, when it’s gone,
that’s kind oftough to take,” Evans said.
Windsor’s oldest everyday player duringlast year’s Canadian
Senior BaseballChampionships, Evans, 33, has reachedthat point in
life where his heart and hisbody wage war for control over his
mind.
His physique no longer resembles the lithemould that earned
Evans all-city honoursas a high school athlete at Assumption
involleyball, baseball and football.
Finding words to express his disappoint-ment over this scenario
was difficult forEvans.
Finding words to express why he stillthrives on being part of
such scenarios wasmuch easier.
“Games like this,” he said. “I still get ner-vous. I still get
excited. I still feel the exhil-aration of victory and the pain of
defeat.”
Driving force
“That’s what keeps me playing, even thoughmy body is telling me
it’s time to go.” Boys willbe boys, even when they have boys of
theirown. Evans and his wife Renee Janisse, ‘92,have two sons,
Josh, 3 and Jacob, 5. “My wifeand my family have been wonderful to
me inenabling me to play the game this long,” hesaid. “The juniors
won the gold medal andthere’s four or five of them ready to move
up,”Evans said. “It’s time for younger players topick up the torch
and carry on the tradition of
the Windsor Stars.” Baseball has opened up aworld of opportunity
to Evans. A college educa-tion, more than a dozen trips to national
cham-pionships and the thrill of representing Canadaat the 1989
World Championships.
Now, Evans is prepared to give somethingback.
“I want to coach,” he said. “I’d like to workwith younger kids.
I definitely feel that I havesomething to offer as a teacher.”
This summer, Jay is Head Coach and Managerof the Prestigious
17-18 year old MidgetSelects, assisted by Jim Curtis, ’91.
As Evans packed up his gear for the final timeas a player, Josh
and Jacob waited patiently athis side.
They don’t care whether daddy’s team won orlost. They only care
that he’s daddy.
After Assumption, Jay was assistant coach atWayne State
University, MI for 3 years - hitting,outfield, 1st base coach. He
earned his degreein Child Development at Trevecca
NazareneUniversity, Nashville, TN on a baseball scholar-ship. He
was Freshman of the year and wasvoted All-American.
Jay married Renee Janisse, ‘92 - the owner ofa small cake
business named Cakes Etc. onGrand Marais at Dominion.
Mr. & Mrs. J. J. Evans ’90 (Reneé Janisse’92) and sons Josh
and Jacob
1974 CLASS PICTURE TAKEN, NOV. 6, 2004Top Row: Robert Magri,
Bruno Delicata, Livio Quaggiotto, Mike Valcke, Mario Iatonna, Rick
Dumouchelle
3rd Row: Randy Parent, John Ashworth, Dennis Kelly, Gerry
Finnegan, Tim White, Mark Fracas, Chris Reid, Harold Remark
2nd Row: Mark Zucchetto, Chris Malette, Laurie Collard
(Steptoe), Kris Phillips (Zetner), Wendy Truant, Alan Hickey, Rudy
Feimer
Front Row: Jody St. Louis-Byrne, Cathy Boyce (Reeb), Karen
Drouillard (Durocher), Ann Dahlinger (Nicol), Joal Zakoor, Cathy
Zucchetto (Nadalin),Cathy Kehoe (Yakubowich), Jackie Weatherby
(Beer), Lee Batte, Robin McNeil (Slattery)
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FEATURE - COUREYFEATURE - COUREY
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by Dr. Monica Courey, ‘79
It was wonderful to see everyone at the reunion.I did not know
about the reunion until I talked toPatty Pallisco sometime in the
fall. When she toldme the dates, I was unsure I could make
itbecause I already had a trip scheduled to Austriafor two
different meetings. I had more than a fullday in between arriving
home and having to leaveagain, so I thought that even with my luck,
Iwould be able to get to Windsor in time even ifthere were some
delays. I had planned to arriveearly Friday morning so that I could
sleep anddeal with jet lag before our class get togetherFriday
evening. It was not to be.
Here we go ...Before I left home, the airline had changed me
toan earlier flight in the morning. On Nov. 3rd, weleft on time
with clear skies. Because of thick fogin Amsterdam, we were
diverted to Dusseldorf,Germany. With about twenty other planes, we
saton the tarmac for over 3 hours. When we finallyarrived in
Amsterdam, so did everyone else andthe airline did NOT handle it
well at all. Needlessto say, I did not make my connecting flight.
Theelectronic “take-a number” system was notworking and instead of
handing out numbers orsetting up lines, there was just a mass of
human-ity pushing towards the counter. It took over fourhours to
get to the front, only to be told that Icould not leave for another
24 hours! During thefour hours we stood in line, a half a dozen
flightsleft for the US. The irony is that had I been on myoriginal
flight there would have been no delaybecause by that time the fog
had lifted. When Ireached the front of the line, I learned the
reasonfor this unusual, very dense fog. Apparently, a fewdays
earlier there was a volcanic eruption inIceland, an underwater
eruption, no less and itwas wreaking havoc with weather all
overNorthern Europe.
Houston, we have a problem Rather than stand in another line for
accommo-dations, I found my own hotel room and I madesure I was the
first in line the next morning to getmy boarding pass and an aisle
seat for the 10hour flight. I was the first one at the gate. At
thetime we were supposed to board, nothing hap-pened and I kept
waiting and waiting, until final-ly, an airline representative
informed us that theflight was not cancelled BUT there was a
problemwith the sliding mechanism of one of the doorsand FAA
regulations stated that the 60 seats sur-rounding this door had to
remain vacant. Yes, youguessed it. One of those seats was
mine.Unfortunately, many of the seats affected were inBusiness
Class so those passengers were takencare of first, so by the time
it came around to me,the only seat available was in the center of a
rowof five.
“I was not a happy camper.”I told the attendant that at least
they could havegiven preference to the people who had beenstranded
there the day before. She said therewere more than a hundred of us
on that flight. Ireplied that not all were in one of the 60
seats.She said they had no way of knowing who thesepeople were. I
told her that we would be morethan happy to provide evidence that
we had beenthere over 24 hours! My displeasure must haveshown in my
face because as I boarded theplane, a very perky flight attendant
accosted me,asking if there was anything she could do for me.She
said she knew that the delay had been verytrying for everyone, but
that I looked particularlyupset. All I wanted was for everyone to
leave mealone so I could just get settled, but when I got tomy
seat, there was no room for my carry onnecessitating another walk
up the aisle.
Sparks flyingI must have had sparks flying from my eyesbecause
when I sat down, the couple on my rightasked me if I was okay; the
couple on the leftwanted to know if there was anything they coulddo
for me. I had to reassure them all that in a fewminutes, I would be
just fine and that I would notbite their heads off or destroy their
trip. We leftAmsterdam four hours late. I was ready to kissthe
ground when I arrived home, but I didn’t havetime. I arrived home
36 hours later than I wassupposed to and the first leg of my flight
toWindsor was a mere 2 hours later. I knew therewas no way I could
get home and back in time forthe flight, so I came home, unpacked,
repackedand did laundry while I made phone calls andsearched the
internet for other options. I slept fortwo hours before going back
to the airport for a 6am flight to Las Vegas.
Party CentralNo chance for sleep there. I had Party Central onmy
plane. How can people drink alcohol at 6AM??? From Las Vegas to
Detroit, I had to go onstandby. The first flight left at 9 am. Of
course, Idid not get onto that flight, but the agent at thecounter
next door heard me talking aboutAmsterdam and asked me if I wanted
to go there.I practically screamed, “NO!” and begged him notto send
me back there. When I told him I was try-ing to get to Detroit, he
told me I could take hisflight to Minneapolis and there was a
connectionto Detroit that would get me there sooner than ifI waited
for the next direct flight. Once he assuredme I did not have to be
on standby inMinneapolis, I took it. No problem.. ..until it
wastime for the flight to leave from Minneapolis.Apparently,
someone noticed a faulty tire duringthe routine pre-flight
check.
More delay!No problem. I’m glad someone noticed before wetried
to land. Well, then we get the announcementthat there will be a
further delay because some-one brought up the wrong size tires. I
arrived inDetroit Friday night 13 hours later than I was sup-posed
to. I wish I could say that was the end of it.I rented my car and
headed out to the freeway toget to the bridge. I am very familiar
with Detroit,but two freeways under construction with multi-ple
detours, at night, with little to no sleep; ofcourse it took me
longer than it should have. Ipresented myself, exhausted, at the
check incounter at the Hilton, just longing for a showerand a bed.
She told me the original room was notavailable because it was “out
of order”. (Whatdoes that mean???). I said I didn’t care as long
asthe room was non-smoking. She assured me thatit was. When I got
to the room, it was actually abusiness suite with a big conference
table andclearly a smoking room i.e. ashtrays everywhere,smells
like smoke. I figured, “What the heck, I’vebeen up this long.”
Not acceptable!So I trudged back to the desk and told them
thisroom WAS NOT acceptable. This second personexplained to me that
the first room is “out oforder” because it is undergoing some
construc-tion. Okay. So I get my new non-smoking room,turn on the
heat and jump in the shower. At10:30, I am ready to fall into bed.
Just one morelittle problem NO HEAT! Cold air was spewingfrom the
wall unit like it was an air conditioner. Iturned it off, jumped
into bed and into sweetoblivion. (They had to replace the entire
unit thenext day).And the moral of my tale of woe is that, in
spiteeverything, I made it to my 25 year reunion and Ihad a great
time! THE END (I hope).
YOU’VE HEARD OF “PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES”...AND STILL
MADE IT TO THE REUNION!
Monica Courey, ’79
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FEATURE - THIBERTFEATURE - THIBERT
8
ROGER AND AUDREY THIBERT HONOURED
Last June, Roger Thibert (‘47) and Audrey wereboth honoured by
the University of Windsor.Roger was awarded the honorary degree
ofDoctor of Science; Audrey, the Doctor of Laws.
Roger, a ‘47 graduate, has been a vociferoussupporter of
Assumption High School, attend-ing many social, athletic and
musical events,especially those involving his sons Mark
andRobert.
Mrs. Thibert dedicated her time and multipletalents to
Assumption High School as Treasurerand President of the Mothers’
Club; a sevenyear volunteer of the math testing department;and more
importantly, as executive director ofthe High School Alumni
Association from ‘78 -’93. Her advice and commitment have
beeninvaluable.
Some of Dr. Thibert’s Awards
An elected Fellow of the Chemical Institute ofCanada.
An elected Fellow of the American Associationfor the Advancement
of Science.
A Fellow of the National Academy of ClinicalBiochemistry.
A Fellow of the Canadian Academy of ClinicalBiochemistry.
Listed in the Canadian Who’s Who, Who’s Whoin America, Who’s Who
in Science andEngineering, Dictionary of International
Biography, and the American Men and Womenof Science. (Selected
from the Award Addressby Dr. Richard Carom)
Dr. Thibert is remembered by most as ateacher and mentor. He has
won: The
SmithKIine Clinical Labora-tories of the AmericanAssociation of
ClinicalChemistry
Award for OutstandingEfforts in Education andTraining.
The University of WindsorAlumni Award forDistinguished
Contributionsto University Teaching. TheOntario Confederation
ofUniversity Faculty Associa-tions’ Teaching Award.
The Beckman “EducationExcellence Award” of theCanadian Society
of Clinical Chemists.
The University of Windsor Alumni Award forExcellence in
Mentoring.
Spare Time
In addition to his research, teaching and pro-gram building, he
carried a full administrativeload. He has served as Associate
Dean,Department Head, and has participated in spe-cial projects for
all of our presidents and in hisspare time, he plays guitar and
watches andcheers for the Montreal Canadiens. Through allhe has
done, it is clear that he is proud of histwo sons, both of whom are
M.D.’s
“Roger, there is at least one “first” that I didn’tmention,
because I was saving it for last. All ofyour colleagues and friends
agree that for allthat you have done, for your dedication to
yourfriends and your students, for your honesty,integrity, and
pursuit of excellence, you are‘first in our hearts’ “. (Selected
from the AwardAddress by Dr. Richard Carom)
Audrey Thibert, Doctor of Laws
Audrey is an accomplished individual whotakes great pride in her
own achievements, aswell as those of others. She is a straight
shoot-er, always on target and a tireless volunteerwho has honoured
her commitments to count-less Boards and committees, including her
firstlove, Assumption High School.
Schooling
Audrey’s love for learning began at St.Anthony’s Elementary
School, followed by St.Mary’s Academy, where she was awarded
anacademic proficiency scholarship prior tograduation. A woman
ahead of her time in
every way, it is not surprising that Audrey wasa member of the
first co-ed class ofAssumption College in 1950. She later attend-ed
the Detroit Memorial Hospital School ofRadiologic Technology.
Audrey received hereducational and professional training in
theWindsor-Detroit region, with the exception of apost-graduate
year in Boston, Massachusetts.
Following graduation, she immediately joinedthe Alumni
Association Board of the newlyincorporated University of Windsor.
In 1966and ‘67, she served as Vice-President, and in1969 she became
the first woman President,serving for eight years. In 1972, she
receivedthe University of Windsor’s Alumni AssociationAward for
Outstanding Contributions to theUniversity and its Alumni
Association. In 1992to 2000, she served on the Board of Regents
ofAssumption University. In 2003, Audreyreceived the Charles Clark
Award for outstand-ing voluntary service to the University
ofWindsor.
Community Involvement
Beyond the walls of the institutions she hashelped to move from
good to great, Audrey hasalso contributed considerably to various
com-munity and civic causes including the March ofDimes, Cancer
Society, the Heart Fund and theCity of Windsor ‘s Strategic
PlanningCommittee. She co-founded the WindsorSeparate School
Board’s Music Program andchaired the Southwood Lakes
Townhome’sJournal. Today, she is Management Consultantfor Townhome
Developments.
Audrey is an extraordinary person who contin-ues to aspire to
greater heights, serving as achampion of higher education.
Professionaland poised at all times, she is an exemplaryrole model
for all of us. (Excerpts from thePresentation Speech by Amanda
Dellman)
The Thibert family is one of high accomplish-ment - and the
influence of this dedicatedspouse and mother is great! She and
Rogerhave two sons. Mark and Robert both of whomare medical
doctors, Mark, a plastic surgeonand Robert, an internist.
Dr. Audrey & Dr. Roger Thibert ’47
Class of ‘75
Your 30th Anniversary of Graduation,November 5th, 2005. Come
yourself.Tell your fellow grads! If you know thewhere abouts of any
of the ’75 Grads,call 256-7801 ext. 299.
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CENTURY CLUBCENTURY CLUB
9
CENTURY CLUBJUNE 2003 - JUNE 2004
The Century Club is composed of former studentsand friends who
have donated $100.00 or more ayear to the Alumni Fund. These monies
are used tohelp needy students to aid school programs and tosponsor
Alumni activities. Your gifts are taxdeductible in Canada and the
U.S. Thank you foryour contribution.
Cecil Birch Don KummerMichael Birch Alex KuroskyFred Bobiasz
Elio LoriJim Carey Harry LukosDr. Donald Carom Frank MarroccoWayne
Churchill Michael McCourtDr. P.J. Courey Donald MollRuss Courtney
Joseph MorandFr. Michael Dalton Pat NortonJohn Devine Thomas
O’NeilRichard Donald Odette FoundationPatrick Ducharme William
PeckRick & Liliana Dumouchelle George PoupardMark Fathers Erv
PeitzGerald Finnigan Bernard PowerJudge E. Thomas Fitzgerald
Lawrence ReaumeJohn Freena Fred RenaudWilliam Greenway Ed
RinkieEmod Greff Richard RivardGerald Hebert Bill SchillerEdward
Hogan Thomas SchillerKathleen Hogan Wilbert StephensJack Hool Bob
TemmermanHunt Hool Dr. Roger & Dr. Audrey ThibertPat Hucker
Michael WoodsDon Klamp James Zakoor
OTHER DONATIONS
Gerald AlexanderRaymond Anderson
T.G. BannonTim & Elizabeth Bannon
Rodney E. CaseE.J. Howard
Fr. Bill KornackerWilliam A. Lucier
Bill McGuireLina Venerus
Mr. & Mrs. James Wiess
1984
CLA
SS P
ICTU
RE T
AKEN
,NOV
EMBE
R 6,
2004
Top
Row
:Tim
Gre
goria
n,Da
vid
Muz
zatti
,Tom
Hac
ker,
John
Wal
ker,
Jeff
Paqu
ette
,Vito
Sap
uto,
Stev
e M
urph
y
3rd
Row
:Ale
x Do
uman
i,Ta
mar
a Si
ddal
l (W
arw
aruk
),Li
nda
Jean
(Fa
ntin
),Ka
tia M
auti
(Pal
azzi
),Da
ve B
oyce
,Lis
a Fr
iese
n (S
troud
),M
aure
en K
elly,
Emm
anue
le N
ovel
letto
,Pau
lQu
attri
n
2nd
Row
:Bec
ky G
bade
bo (L
edin
ham
),Su
e Gi
rimon
te (N
osta
dt),
Kare
n Zs
argo
(Duc
hene
),M
ark
Luci
er,A
nne
Mar
ie F
leur
y (N
anta
is),
Loua
nne
Whi
te,G
reg
Fabr
is,M
adel
yn D
elle
Valle
,Su
san
McC
rindl
e,Li
sa C
arne
los
Fron
t Row
:Chr
istin
e Sc
ott (
Frei
sing
er),
Elea
nor
Sedg
e (F
ranc
o),L
ena
Kirit
sis
(Mila
nis)
,Mar
iann
Rei
mer
(Hoo
d),T
amm
y Be
char
d (H
all),
Nata
lie S
kiba
(Bar
ker),
Colle
en M
arch
and
(Bar
ker),
Greg
Dao
ust,
Bill
Rues
ink
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CULINARYCULINARY
10
St. Basil’s Grill is the home of theAssumption Culinary Arts
program whichbegan in the fall of 2002 by Paul Borrelli.
It now has a new home in the newly con-structed addition to the
back of the school(which is now actually the “new” front of
theschool).
DID YOU KNOW THAT St. Basil’s Grill is namedafter the patron
saint of the Basilian Fathers,St. Basil? How appropriate and
fitting!
St. Basil’s Grill has a new Chef and CulinaryArts teacher, Mrs.
Diane Nehmetallah replac-ing Mr. Borrelli who has taken a leave
ofabsence. She is a wonderful addition to the
Assumption staff who keeps everyone happyand well fed. The
students love her! TheCulinary Arts program allows the students
tosucceed where they might not otherwise.
The students learn all the aspects of planning,purchasing,
preparing and serving a meal.They also learn safety and health
issues aswell as the components of a healthy diet. Thestudents also
provide examples of their cook-ing for sale to staff members during
lunch onmost Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
WE’RE VERY PROUD!!
Besides catering ourown alumni reunion onNov. 6th 2004, the
stu-dents also catered thegrand opening of thenew Catholic
schoolboard adjacent to ourschool along withnumerous other
eventssponsored by the board.They are also enteredevery year in the
AnnualBattle of Hors D’oeuvreswhere their confidenceand abilities
allow themto compete alongsiderenowned chefs fromthe Windsor area.
Theyhave received muchacclaim for their talentand professionalism.
We
wish them much success in their futureendeavors.
Many thanks to the culinary art students for astupendous job at
the reunion. They areChristine Baltzer, Danielle Bastien,
JoeChouinard, Mike Delong, Adrienne Drouin,Laura Eardley, Cher
Evon, Skye Findlay,Patricia Garant, Sara Geavreau,
Phil Morin, Gordon Nicholls, Monica Peters,Dia Ravja, Nevair
Salman, Sarah Theriault,Dane VanDenDriessche and Carly Westfall.A
very BIG thanks to their wonderful teacher,Mrs. Diane
Nehmetallah.
ST. BASIL’S GRILL
Gr. 12 Hospitality Class
Charles LaCombe, Dane VanDenDriessche, Phil Morin, LauraEardley,
Gordon Nicholls
Christie Baltzer, Danielle Bastien, Dia Ravja, Joe
Chouinard,Patricia Garant
Sarah Theriault, Nevair Salman, Skye Findlay, Adrienne
Drouin
CLASS OF ‘85
Your 20th Anniversary ofGraduation, November 5, 2005.Come
Yourself. Tell your fellowgrads! If you know the whereabouts of any
of the ‘85 grads call256-7801 ext.299.
Diane Nehmetallah
Assumption Raiders Prove Community Spirit(from the Windsor Star,
Nov. 11/04)
The completion of Assumption’s annual Coats for Kids Drive
proved once again theRaiders’ spirit for caring for the
community.
The Coats for Kids campaign ran for three weeks at Assumption.
The students brought incoats from home, relatives and friends. This
year, the Raiders pulled together and doubledlast year’s total,
bringing in 157 coats. A special thank you goes out to all those
studentswho participated in the campaign. Honourable mentions going
to Calen Hamelin bringingin 12 coats and Matt Grandmaison for his
contribution of 10 coats.
Assumption student council would also like to thank Rivard
Cleaners for cleaning anddelivering the coats.
RACHEL BALTZERWindsor
NEWSLETTER TWO A YEARWe regret that a lack of volun-teer workers
has forced us tocut production.
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MISSING GRADSMISSING GRADS
11
LOST ALUMNI FROM CLASS OF 19551955-WE’VE LOST A FEW
We’ve lost the addresses of some of your fellow ‘55 grads. If
you can help us find them, call the alumni office at 519-256-7801
ext. 299.
LOST ALUMNI FROM CLASS OF 19701970-WE’VE LOST A FEW
We’ve lost the addresses of some of your fellow ‘70 grads. If
you can help us find them, call the alumni office at 519-256-7801
ext. 299.
LOST ALUMNI FROM CLASS OF 19751975-WE’VE LOST A FEW
We’ve lost the addresses of some of your fellow ‘75 grads. If
you can help us find them, call the alumni office at 519-256-7801
ext. 299.
Blahitka, Marvin G.Bloink, William A.Blanchard, Ronald J.Bolton,
Joseph NoelCalvet, GeorgeCaparowich, AlChauvin, Thomas
JosephClement, Raymond A.Cole, Charles DarbyCzap, Theodore
J.Docherty, William GaryDonohue, BillFaubert, Eugene A.
Gihula Aurthur S.Gilmour, Terrence R.Graham, Rev. Willima
VictorGreenwood, Charles T.Herron, LenHill, William J.Hiller, Edwin
S.Hogan, JohnHogonson, John J.Hole, Frederick G.Husak, George
T.Jennings, LyleJohnston, Paul G.
Jolie, Roger H.Keltz, Richard M.Kish, Andrew J.Kusluski, Eugene
C.Lemieux, Andre S.Levis, Laurent F.Maraz, Dr. E.V.Marentette,
Allan A.Marsh, Marvin KeithMatchett, ALfredMayne, Robert
PaulMeloche, Rev. AlphonseMyers, Paul R.
Normandeau, Louis P.O’Neil, EdOlsen, JackOuellette, GenePare,
Lawerence FelicienParent, Ron C.Poulin, ArmandProvost, JohnRoss,
BobRouble, Ambrose J.Ruppert, AlSheehan, Bernard LeoSmyth,
Brian
Soulliere, DougStrong, RichardTaber, KenTines, NikolausTremblay,
CarlTrinca, LouisTrombley, Carl AlfredTurner, Thomas A.Vanthounout,
GaryWatson, RobertWeintraub, David M.Wing, MauriceYoe, John
Brennan, Robert FrancisBryant, Wayne DouglasCharette, Gerard
PaulCummings, JamesDenomme, Kenneth MichaelDolan, John
FrancisEagen, Kerry GirandFortin, Jacques JosephGibb, Roy
AnthonyGirard, Michael Patrick
Hackett, Michael DavidImeson., Clayton WallaceJamieson, Ian
MuirJoyce, Patrick JosephLadouceur, PaulLauzon, Neil
LawerenceLawrie, David R.Maini, Ronald PatrickMardegan,
WalterMarentette, Navarre Alphons
McCarney, Patrick JosephMilligan, Ray OliverMurphy, Daniel
ThomasMurray, Walter JeromeNikita, JohnPare, Daniel EdwardPare,
JohnPienta, Paul AlanPhilpolt, GregQuagish, Burhan Yacoub
Reaume, Robert RaymondRenaud, Robert LouisRichard, Michael
RobertReid, Anthony WalterRobinet, LawrenceRoney, EdwardSchofield,
Martin JosephSmith, GarySoler, Dr. AlexSpindler, Paul Gerard
Sutandar, TjahjonoTaylor, LeighThomas, John WmTourigny,
RolandTullock, Daniel M.“Scotty”Vaughan, William NoelWard,
MikeWatson, ScottWoods, Michael
Anderson, Daniel WilliamArupa, Linda (Tesolin)Bachynski,
TeryBacic, CatherineBalen, Nina (Fox)Bauer, AlfonsBeckworth,
SarahBelleperche, BobBlack, Alexander JosephBookmyer, BradBornais,
RoseanneBourdeau, Michael RaymondBrown, AnnetteBrush, MarkBugeia,
Janet RitaBurke, FrankChan, Cho-Yi AlexChan, Hang-Cheung DavidChen,
Ting-HoiCourey, David
Creacy, Gary WilliamDemarse, Earnest PeterDevoy,
ChrisitneDiCesare, CesarDolan, Rossanne (Bornais)Ducharme, Shirley
(Crowley)Eansor, Donna MarieEvelyn, Brain AndrewGarbula,
RobertGiacchini, AlbertGlaves, MarthaGravelle, DavidGray,
MargaretGreenwood, GordonHindi, Mary (Azar)Hughes, Theresa
(Beneteau)Iaquinta, RosaJones, Sue (Rivard)Kirby, Thomas
BernandKonyha, Susan Carol
Lam, Hing-Cheung ThomasLeblanc, DebbieLui, Lai Cheung
FrederickMahmoudian, FariborzMaitre, CatherineMaitre, Donna
(Bechard)Mak, Tak On MichaelMarkham, DeniseMarleau, WayneMasaro,
JanetMasse, JoanMcCarthy, DanMcKenzie, KevinMecher, JohnMenard,
DanielMoroun, FredNeilson, MarkOwen, CatherinePastorius,
MargueritePomainville, Rita
Racuikaitis, Joseph BenjeminRegier, Teresa (Gladys)Rondot,
Katheryn MarySandre, RobertSilvaggi, Mrs. Maureen
(Wilkinson)Simpson, Mrs. Carl (Janisse)Smith, Rhonda C.St. Pierre,
Mrs. Bonnie (Westrop)Syn, Chau-Tau EdwardTaylor, Mrs. Cyndy
(Squires)Thibert, Darlene (Brunelle)Thompson, DavidThompson,
Gregory PeterTonkin, Patricia AnnVella, Joseph CharlesWong,
Suk-ChingWong, Yuen-Ching
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50 YEAR ANNIVERSARY50 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
12
CLAS
S OF
195
4 TA
KEN
NOVE
MBE
R 6,
2004
Top
Row
A.J
.Mas
carin
,Ben
LaR
ocqu
e,Jo
e M
atz,
Art M
urph
y,Di
no M
arcu
z,Jo
e M
olin
ari
Third
Row
Ed
Zem
la,D
onal
d Si
nes,
Leo
“Dig
ger”
Duro
cher
,Len
Gre
aves
,Jim
Har
tford
,De
s M
cGui
re,B
erna
rd S
heeh
an,J
ohn
Britt
on
Seco
nd R
ow L
ou R
aino
ne,H
arol
d Ha
nson
,Ron
Soo
ley,
Rich
ard
Mah
eu,J
ohn
Burn
s,Pa
tric
k P
ope,
Ray
Ohlm
an,M
arty
Kub
anek
,Lar
ry B
anno
n,Ph
il Za
koor
,Fe
rris
Gaul
d
Firs
t Row
Tom
Dea
,Don
Car
om,H
omer
Dug
uay,
John
Doo
ley,
Erv
Peitz
,Don
McI
ntos
h,Pa
ul L
aBut
e,Do
m D
ePal
ma,
Clay
ton
Laje
unes
se,L
ido
Sand
re,P
aul L
ecou
rs
Students serving in kitchen:
from left to right: Monica Peters, Phil Morin, Mrs.
DianeNehmetallah, Joe Chouinard, Carly Westfall, Esmeralda
Mejia-
Morales
Four Ladies from ‘79 class:
Madeline LaCivita (DeLuca), Miria Angilieri (Fantin)
AntoniettaSpada, Maria Gabriele (Simone)
Picture with the Bishopfrom left to right: Fr. J.J. Stortz
C.S.B. (‘43), Bishop EugeneLaRocque D.D.(‘44), Dr. Ray LaRocque
M.D. (‘46), Ted Seewald (‘41)
Group of ‘79 grads: Dean Bannon, Mary Bannon (Ulicny),
TimHennessy, Josi Ienna (Scebba), Hunt Hool, Geralyn Mady
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CLAS
S OF
197
9 TA
KEN
NOVE
MBE
R 6,
2004
TOP
ROW
: Mar
ilyn
Woo
dric
h (P
ower
),La
ura
Sant
aros
sa (
Mun
n),M
adel
ine
La C
ivita
(De
luca
),M
iria
Angi
leri
(Fan
tin),
John
McC
arth
y,Ch
ris H
olm
es,K
urt
Sutts
,Pet
erDe
ck,J
oe T
rocc
hi,L
ouie
Cal
sava
ra,J
erry
Hug
hes
5TH
ROW
: Pau
l Pao
latto
,Mon
ica
Cour
ey,T
im H
enne
ssy,
Andr
ea R
ead
(Pan
ontin
),Sa
ndy
Reag
en (M
cCar
thy)
,Ter
ri Ca
puto
(Bla
in),
Anne
Mar
ie S
chof
ield
(Grie
r),D
omen
icGi
glio
,Lar
ry M
odol
o,Ji
m C
ampb
ell,
Stev
e Ki
ppin
g,Ke
vin
Kenn
ey,M
ario
Pen
nesi
4TH
ROW
: San
dra
Bog
litch
(M
acKi
nnon
),Pa
ulet
te N
icod
emo
(Gar
swoo
d),C
athy
Mom
bour
quet
te,M
icha
el M
aio,
Stev
e Ra
tko,
Gerr
y Be
zaire
,Pat
ti Be
zaire
(Za
koor
),Br
ian
Pare
nt,M
ary
Bann
on (U
licny
),De
an B
anno
n,Da
n Bo
uzid
e,Je
rry
St.D
enis
3RD
ROW
: Jan
ice
McC
arth
y (K
ulyk
),La
ura
Nizi
olek
(Moo
ney)
,Jos
ette
Ket
t (Th
iber
t),Ki
m B
ode,
Wal
ter
Rom
ano,
Mic
helle
Rom
ano
(St.
Deni
s),Y
vette
Szt
orc
(May
ea),
Bill
Szto
rc,M
icha
elen
a Fr
oats
(Par
e’),
Beth
Mar
shal
l (Et
hier
),Ro
sem
ary
Colu
cci
2ND
ROW
: Pat
ty P
allis
co,M
iche
lle B
rugg
e (G
odin
),M
aria
Gab
riele
(Sim
one)
,Ant
onie
tta S
pada
,Jac
kie
Bene
teau
,Dan
iela
Pas
toriu
s (S
orre
ntin
o),G
eral
yn M
ady,
Jack
ieGo
din,
Josi
Ienn
a (S
cebb
a),G
ina
Frac
as,S
haro
n Ea
gen,
Virg
inia
Zub
ricka
s (K
uras
),Hu
nt H
ool
FRON
T RO
W:
Dean
na G
raha
m (
Step
toe)
,Ca
thy
Ruis
i,Fr
ance
s De
Bene
dict
is (
Fred
eric
o),
Cath
y Ul
lyet
t,Ka
thy
Drou
illar
d (L
auzo
n),
Rose
mar
y Po
wer
,Ca
role
Tob
in(F
onta
ine)
,Mug
sy R
ondo
t,Ja
ne K
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THANK YOUMarlena DeLuca, ‘99
and family who folded,addressed and mailed thenewsletters for
our U.S.
Alumni. Your help is greatlyappreciated!!
CLASS OF ‘55
Your 50th Anniversary ofGraduation, November 5, 2005.Come
Yourself. Tell your fellowgrads! If you know the where aboutsof any
of the ’55 grads call 256-7801ext. 299.
ALUMNIHOMECOMING
Nov. 5, 2005Relax with your friendsTalk to your teachersVisit
with everyone
Gossip - who needs it?Learn the latest news
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Dear Alumnus of 1954,I am a student in grade 9 and I amattending
Assumption CollegeSchool. You have graduated in theyear of 1954,
which is 50 years ago!The one unique thing aboutAssumption is its
rich history and Iwant you to know that your graduat-ing year will
forever be in Assumptionhistory for all its trophies in
varioussports. I cannot believe that youwere all taught by priests
and nunsback then and that you people haddormitories. What the
point of thismessage is that I hope you have a
wonderful time tonight meeting old friends whom you haven’t seen
inover 50 years. Sincerely, Vlad Baluta
Tom Dea, Pat Pope and Dez McGuire fromclass of ’54 respond:A
long, long time ago on a galaxy far away………there was an old brick
building near ariver. Boys went to school there and eventhough many
people walked around in longblack dresses, the boys stripped and
changedin the halls since there were no girls in theschool and the
black dresses were worn bymen!!! The men were teachers and they
weredeveloping a motto “Teach me discipline …”
It was fun dodging chalk and books etc. andpicking up stones on
the ball fields. Yes, the convicts, I mean borders haddorms but I
was a “day dog” and had to change in the hall at my lock-er. Day
Dogs were a breed unto themselves. They had smiles on theirfaces
and regular girlfriends. It’s been said, I attest it so there would
beno sports excellence without names such as Armstrong and Cullen
atAssumption. These are legends, recruiters, dedicated mentors
andteachers and producers. Now is the time for those who follow to
buildnew and more in tune with the times to carry on this admirable
tradition.PURPLE AND WHITE !!! GO TEAM!!!
Another letter to Alumni:I am a grade nine student currently
attending Assumption CollegeSchool, well, to make it easier, the
same school you attended years ago!Assumption has changed
drastically since you attended. First, it hasgone through major
physical changes,which make it look more state of theart. Second,
the staff have changedgreatly, bringing teachers from all sortsto
Assumption. I enjoy Assumptiongreatly - it has many challenges to
takealong with great sports and extra cur-ricular activities. The
population hasdecreased, but we will hold out for weare Raiders! As
for the curriculum,starting this year, a new programmehas been
introduced to the school - theInternational Baccalaureate
Pro-gramme. It challenges students to the
fullest with greater academic work and stricter course choices.
I attendthis programme and work with all of my brainpower to
succeed. Nowenough of my time at Assumption - I would like to read
about your timeat Assumption. What was it like for you and how
different is it fromnow? Yours truly, Assumption student
Ray Ohlman ‘54 responds: We were taught the lessons of life
atAssumption, but we didn’t realize it in the ‘50-’54 years. Listen
well andtake it all in.
John Dooley ‘54 says : To receive an education from Assumption
wasa great experience and well rewarding.
Pat Keane ‘56 (trustee for our school board) writes: I graduated
in‘56. All our children attended ACHS. All graduated ACHS - all are
suc-cessful - AM I PROUD? Good luck with the I.B. programme. I know
youwill ace it!
Ashley Huber (Rm 018 Ms. DeFroy) writes:Hi, my name is Ashley.
I’m in grade 12 here atAssumption. I came from St. Francis
gradeschool where I went since JK to grade 8. I cameto Assumption
in the year 2001 and I am goingto graduate in the year 2005.
The teachers from my grade school told me thatAssumption was a
good high school to come toand that I will enjoy my years here.
Since I havebeen here, I have learned a lot about the schooland the
changes that have taken place here. I’mhoping that this year will
be my last!
ENJOY YOURSELVES!!!!
Responses from the Class of ’54:My wife Mary Ann graduated from
St. Francis and went to St. Mary’sAcademy. Assumption was an
excellent school in 1950-54. We’rehappy to hear it is still
carrying on the traditions!!! Good luck and GodBless. Joe Molinari
(former editor of the paper)
My husband, Ben and his friend Bernie Sheehan are graduates of
1954.I went to St. Francis grade school also. Wishing you the best
in the yearsahead!! Edna and Ben LaRocque, Gloria and Bernie
Sheehan.
Calen Hamelin, gr. 12 class of ‘05 writes to Class of ‘74:My
name is Calen Hamelin. I’m a 17 year old grade 12 student
atAssumption College High School. I am an athlete as well,
currently par-ticipating in cross-country, basketball, baseball and
track and field. Thispast cross-country season, I was one position
from qualifying toO.F.S.S.A. in Guelph. This coming December, I
will be running in theCanadian Junior Cross-Country Championships
in Toronto, Ontario as amember of the Windsor Legion Cross Country
team. However I havebeen running for Assumption for the past 3
years. This past summer Iattended the 2004 Olympics in Athens,
Greece with a group of studentsfrom all over Essex County. In your
graduating year at Assumption, myfriend’s father, Mr. Campigotto,
was the male athlete of the year, whichwas an honour to receive in
2003-04 for me. Assumption is such a greatschool and environment
for students and I believe that the renovationswill bring the
Assumption Spirit back home to where it was years ago.
John Ashworth Class of ’74 responds: Hi Calen, a fellow runner!!
I gotto OFSSA only once – grade 13 which I guess you will not have
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chance to do. One of thegreat things aboutAssumption was that
Ilearned to balance sports(running) with school. Ithas served me
well as Istill run several timeseach week and I startedat
Assumption. Keep run-ning and keep in touchwith Assumption!!
Laura Stannard, gr. 12 class of ‘05 writes to Alumni:I am a
grade 12 student at Assumption High School. I have
attendedAssumption all through my four high school years and
enjoyed every dayhere.
There have been a lot of changes here at Assumption, just since
I came.I can’t even imagine how much it has changedsince you
attended here. When I was in gradenine, we had two gyms, student
access to thecourtyard, a beautiful library and a huge cafe-teria,
and our hallways were all connected.Since the renovations and the
school boardmoving in, our building has really changed, butthe
people are still the same. Since my firstday of school here, I
loved every single classand teacher I had, and the students
werealways awesome. My friends and I have somany great memories
here that we’ll neverlose, no matter how much of the building
we’relosing. The spirit at Assumption always cheersyou up, no
matter how bad times are else-where. We have awesome sports teams,
even though we don’t alwayswin. I played for our girl’s volleyball
team every year so far, and well, wewere never champions ... that’s
all I’ll say. But we had the best times ofour lives during those
seasons, and I’ll never forget those memories. Noone really cared
if we weren’t left undefeated, or even made the play-offs because
we were having too much fun together in the meantime.
I hope I can still say the same 25 years from now when I am at
my ownAlumni reunion. It must be awesome to see all your friends
again andthink back to all the great memories you share. I hope
this reunion isone you will also never forget.
Rick Dumouchelle ‘74 responds: Hi Laura. It was great to meet
you asyou helped at the reunion. It is well known that being a
champion real-ly isn’t ‘winning everything’ but about ‘being a
winner’. After meetingyou for a short time and seeing you work and
feel your spirit, you willalways be a WINNER! P.S. YOU DON’T HAVE
TO WAIT 25 YEARS TOCOME BACK FOR A REUNION. YOU ARE WELCOME
ANYTIME!!
Tomas Yousif, class of ’05 writes to Class of ’79 :My name is
Tomas Yousif and I go to Assumption Catholic High School.I am
currently in grad 12 and I came from St. James Catholic School.
Ihave been here for 5 years and there is a lot of spirit in this
school. Ienjoy this school very much.
The reasons I enjoy this school is because people here are very
friendlyand the sports are incredible. The teacher knows how to
treat the stu-dents here in Assumption. They are very respectful
and their classes are
interesting. When I came here I met a lot of new and interesting
peoplein this school.
Well, I hope you meet your old friends now and see how they are
doingand have a great weekend.
Responses:
Assumption has always been a very special place. Many
friendships areestablished here during your high school years and
your AssumptionBONDS are strong even with those who are only brief
acquaintances.
Study hard but have fun. Treasure your time and your friends
atAssumption.
Best of Luck. Geralyn Mady ‘79
Enjoy your time here and Good Luck! – Josi Ienna ’79
I feel the same way; the school spirit was awesome 25 years ago.
I amglad to hear
the spirit is still here. I will always treasure mydays here and
I hope you will have many unfor-gettable memories like I did. I
also went to St.James. -Dean Bannon & Mary
Bannon(Ulicny)’79
I’m here tonight with 3 people who are still mydearest friends
after 25 years. Keep in touchwith your high school friends. J.
Godin ‘79
The friendships made during high school willlast a lifetime.
Enjoy! K. Lauzon ‘79
Assumption gave me the discipline I needed toachieve all my
goals in life. Think of it as a gift.Good Luck! D. Graham ’79
Make Friends now. Have a blast with them for the rest of our
life. D.Sorrentino ‘79
Abigail D. writes to class of ’84:
My name is Abigail. This is my first year at Assumption and I
love it!!!.I remember in grade eight, I never wanted to go to high
school, but now,I don’t know what I was thinking. I love
Assumption, I’m really glad Icame here. The events that have
happened so far have been the best!!Frosh Fest, first dance of the
year, the Halloween dance and the semi-formal is coming up in two
weeks and I can’t wait!!!! We never haddances at my grade school so
it was a great new experience for me.What was Assumption like for
you guys?!?
Eleanore Sedge (Franco) ’84 responds: First year at
Assumption?!!Enjoy, remember thepast – its funny howthe future and
thepast eventuallybecome one.Assumption wasgreat when I attend-ed
and I believe itwill continue to begreat – rememberyou get back
whatyou put into it.
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Maureen Kelly ’84 writes: Coming from a small town and a
smallschool it was overwhelming at first coming to Assumption and
not know-ing anyone. I have made some wonderful friends who have
had a won-derful impact on my life. Enjoy your time here as Eleanor
stated. You doget back what you put into it.
Madelyn DelleValle ’84 says: Assumption had 1800 students when
Iwent - many people who remained strangers even by the end of
4years!!
Sarah Favot, Co-Prime Minister 2004-05 writes:
Dear Assumption Alumni:
Welcome to our new building! Our school has undergone many
changesover the past months, but now that the construction is
coming to a closethe final result is beautiful.
I am currently a grade twelve student and I have been at
Assumptionthroughout my entire high school career. I cannot explain
to you howmuch I love this school. As you know, Assumption has a
wonderful his-tory because our teachers and administration care so
much about theirstudents. Even though we are a small school, I
believe that we have thegreatest school in the city.
I have been actively involved throughout my high school career.
I havetaken part in athletic activities as well as clubs. Student
Council hasbeen a way that I have been able to feel a part for
trying to make theschool a better place. Our most important
activities that still go on todayare our involvement with the
Missions and our annual Canned FoodDrive. These two activities are
the focus of our school. During the CanDrive we are able to reach
out to those who are in need. While I havegone door-to-door I have
met some of you, our Assumption Alumni, andyou have been extremely
giving because you remember your time atAssumption when you would
go collecting.
Today at Assumption we still try to carry on the traditions of
the schoolthat were established by you – our Alumni. Never forget
that there isRaider Pride and purple blood in all of you.
I hope you have an enjoyable reunion, because I know of the hard
workand dedication that was taken on by our staff and students to
providethis night for you.
John Ashworth ’74 Prime Minister in ‘75 responds: Good work on
theStudent Council. The people skills you have learned will serve
you wellas they have all of us.
Cathy Zucchetto ’74 First Female Prime Minister at
Assumption:Good Luck!
Sharon M. (Germann) Karai, ‘77, writes: I married my childhood
friend,John Karai in December, 1990 in Kitchener, Ontario. We have
two chil-dren, Joey (12) and Meagan (10). They attend St. Aloysius
School, onethat I went to before I moved to Windsor in 1970. I work
with SpecialNeeds Children as an Educational Assistant for the
Waterloo CatholicDistrict School Board and my husband works for BF
Goodrich Tire Plantin Kitchener, Ontario. I send greetings to the
class of 1977 and hope tosee all my old friends at our Thirtieth
Reunion in 2007.
Thanks for keeping us grads well informed.
With Warmest RegardsSharon M. Karai, ‘77
Dear Fr. Stortz: I recently stumbled upon your website while
tiring awayat my desk. It has been years since I have read a
Newsletter and verymuch enjoyed the Jan. 2004 issue. Please update
your records with mynew information: After graduating from the
University of Windsor, Facultyof Law in 1989, I was called to the
Ontario Bar in 1991. In 1995, I mar-ried Joe Kireta (Brennan) and
we have two terrific children, Olivia (1998)and Calvin (2000).
After practicing law in Windsor for 11 years, Ireturned to Windsor
Law as the Director of Career Service. The positiongives me more
time with my family and also allows me to play an impor-tant part
in the development of future lawyers. My current address is
inTecumseh, Ontario. I look forward to reading the next issue of
theNewsletter. Thanks again.
Francine A. Herlehy, ‘89Director of Career ServicesUniversity of
Windsor Faculty of Law
Greetings: After 8 years of teaching in elementary schools
(Revelstoke,BC and Calgary AB) I’m now a stay-at-home mom for my
children:Andrew (5) and Elizabeth (2). My husband of 11 years
(Rodney Casefrom Ingersoll, ON) just started a job for the freight
division of SNCF, sonow we’re living in Paris, France. Hello to my
class of ‘86 and mercibeaucoup MMe. Laird, M. Bortolin et M
LaRocque (my French teachersat ACS, of course!)
Ozelle (Patolot) Case, ‘86
Michael Arent, Sr., ‘54, writes:
I married Mary Lou Bartlett in 1958. I graduated from the
University ofMichigan in 1959 with a BS degree and in 1961 obtained
a MBA degree.
Mary Lou and I brought into the world 6 children. My career was
all inInformation Systems. I started as a systems analyst and ended
as vicepresident. As of this date, I have five children living (our
oldest boy diedof cancer at the age of 42), nine grandchildren and
I am a doubleamputee due to a genetic gene carried by my
mother.
If anyone is in the state of Washington, call and drop in. I am
at 419 S.Grant in Kennewick and my phone is 509-735-1007.
After graduating in 1952, I joined the Dominion Bank, now known
as theTD Canada Trust. I was employed with them for 36 years - 23
of theseyears as a Branch Manager at various branches and then
retired in1989.
Blessed with 5 children, 3 of whom graduated from the University
ofWindsor; 10 grandchildren and a beautiful wife of 43 years, who
suc-cumbed to eternal life in 1999.
I was fortunate to meet someone else I enjoy and remarried in
2003.Enjoying life, playing a little golf and being a volunteer at
our localCatholic Church. I am enclosing $50 to help defray the
cost of theNewsletter which I enjoy reading.
Gerald Alexander, ‘52
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LETTERSLETTERSDear Father Ron
I have many wonderful memories of Assumption High School, and
work-ing in your Grade 10 English class on Julius Caesar and
CaptainsCourageous during 1950-51.
I later took an M.A. in English at the University of Toronto
(living at St.Mike’s in the old St. Mary Street residence), went
into professional the-atre, and then taught English and theatre at
Seneca College in Torontofor 20 years. So memorizing those
wonderful Shakespearean speecheswas not in vain!
With kindest regards, Mike (& my wife Joan) Maloney, ‘53
I moved to Vancouver in the summer of 1982. My career has been
in thehospitality industry. I am currently working as the Marketing
Manager forthe American owned Morton’s of Chicago Steakhouse. I
have been mar-ried for 13 years and my husband is a Corporate
Solicitor. I have twochildren: Nathan is 12 and Katherine is 9. I
regretfully missed the 25 yearreunion because we moved into a new
house, but I have marked my cal-endar for the 30 year. I still keep
in contact wih a few friends from mygraduating year: Rose Colucci,
Michelle Price (nee Goudreau), TomMurray and Rose Power. I would
love to hear some news about every-one else.
Best Regards,Irene (Byrne) [email protected] and
Marketing Manager
To Whom It May Concern: I was recently sitting in my office,
surfing theweb to try to find an Assumption Web Page. When I
graduated from ACS,there was no “Net” or ”World Wide Web” and I
waited with anticipationto receive a hard copy of my newsletter by
“snail-mail.” I am happy toreport that I found the ACS web site,
and consequently your e-mailaddress.
I would like to receive the Alumni Newsletter, if possible, at
my office inPort Colborne.
Here’s an update...After leaving the hallowed halls of
Assumption, I spent a brief stint inUniversity, a few years in
residential construction, a dozen or so years inretail management
all over the province, until finally getting myself“squared away.”
I re-united with my high school sweetheart, Jeni(“Sound of Music”
fame in 1984 or 1985, as well as many other stageproductions at
ACS) and embarked on a career in Financial Services. Inow have my
own State Farm office in Port Colborne, Ontario. (PortColborne is
in the Niagara Region, where the Welland canal meets LakeErie.)
We have a beautiful 11 year-old son, Dakota who keeps us pretty
busy.Jeni works as a Communications & Fundraising Coordinator
for a localnot-for-profit agency. I am also involved with quite a
few community ser-vice initiatives, including the United Way of
South Niagara, and PortColborne Community Association for Resource
Extension.
Jeni has agreed to attend our “20-year” reunion with me, so she
looksforward to seeing many of my good and bad influences then!
Warmest regards,Mark Guilbeault class of ‘86
Dear Fathers,
Many thanks to you, and all that assist you with the Assumption
newslet-ter. It truly is an Alumni paper as it contains articles,
pictures, etc. datingback over a half century. A couple issues
back, I recognized myself in apicture that showed 1948, 49, 50,
Alumni looking at “the good ol’ days”memorabilia , such as some
issues of the school paper, “the reporter”,and the Windsor Daily
Star. Unfortunately, some of the items reported inthe newsletter
must include sad tidings, such as the passing of BillPataky, ‘48. I
was sorry to read about Bill, but I recall happier days whenBill
was all-city in basketball and football. He was a member of one
ofAssumption’s finest football squads, the 1947 team which won
theWindsor City and W.O.S.S.A championships, with a record of
elevenwins, no defeats. Another obituary also brought back
memories. As aboarder, I recall the fun we had going to watch
‘Red” Nantais coach the college basketball team as they played
in St.Denis Hall. For a “Boarder”, it was like a “night out”.
On a happier note, I notice that Marty Sullivan created a dvd of
the 1950class’. Although I’m class of ‘49, I always felt “adopted”
by the class of‘50 because in my senior year, I lived with many on
the 3rd
flat, since there wasn’t room available on the senior boarder
flat, topfloor in the old college building. Anything done by Marty
is top rate. Iremember in 1975, Marty arranged to have class of ‘50
pictures shownon Cleveland area television because it was
his class’ 25th reunion. Since some arrived late to view the
show, Martyarranged to have the show repeated. That took courage,
and dedicationto his Assumption classmates.
Enclosure is for the dvd and the newsletter’s continued
success.
Best regards always,Tom 0’Neill ‘49
DO YOU KNOW ASSUMPTION HISTORY?
It is now in book form. John J. Kelly, ’68 has completed his
studyof our school’s history. On sale at Assumption $25 CAN: by
mailADD $5 to mail in Canada, $6 to mail in the U.S.A.
Paul Quattrin, Mrs. Quattrin, Emmanuel Novelletto, Greg
Fabris
ACS ALUMNI ANNOUNCEMENTNEW Alumni Office Phone Number:
(519) 256-7801 ext. 299 with voice mail
Fr. Cullen (519) 256-2337Fr. Stortz (519) 256-1811
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ASSUMPTION STUDENTS STAND SECOND TO NONE: I am themother of a
son and daughter who graduated from Assumption CollegeCatholic
School and I feel compelled to respond to Kevin Fader’s attackon
their alma mater.
Had Mr. Fader been interested, he might have attended our
monthly PTAmeetings and seen the spirit of Assumption and learned
of the dedica-tion of the teachers, administration and support
staff firsthand.
My husband and I held positions on the council over six years.
It is true,that in many ways, the Assumption of today is a memory
of its formerself. The enrolment has dropped as the community at
large shamefullydenigrates it as a west-side school, and not as the
birthplace of Catholiceducation in southwestern Ontario.
Yet, to this day, it remains a seat of learning without
boundaries for anywho desire a Catholic education. Under renovation
and without a gym-nasium, it is no surprise they have lost the
senior boys basketball pro-gram this year. High school football is
struggling across the province andthe smaller schools will
naturally be the first to show it.
But in the spirit of giving, whether it is the annual can drive,
the FatherArmstrong Missions, Coats for Kids or simply taking care
of twoteenagers without a mother this Christmas, Assumption and her
stu-dents stand proudly second to none.
And under the leadership of the administration, Assumption will
be thefirst publicly funded secondary school in southwestern
Ontario to offerthe International Baccalaureate program, a higher
standard of learningthat will be a benefit to all of Windsor.
As for ACS being located in the most polluted part of the city,
his opin-ion stated is an unproven fact, I await Mr. Fader’s calls
to close and relo-cate the University of Windsor, whose students
breathe the same air onlya football field away.
CLAIRE TYRRELL Windsor
(taken from Windsor Star - Feb. 2004)
Dear Father, It has been 34 years since I walkedthe halls of
Assumption and it just amazes me how fast the years havegone. Those
four years I spent living in the dorms and attending classhave
stayed in my memory and brought many smiles to my face. Thatfour
year experience continues to impact my life today. I have
experi-enced great joy with three children and now two
grandchildren.
My life has been very blessed. I have a great career, I am still
working inthe automotive industry, and it’s been a challenge these
last few years,but by the grace of God I continue to keep moving
forward. I hope to con-tinue my work until my wife Pat retires and
then we will move to awarmer climate.
My heart was saddened when I read in the last newsletter that
NorbRammler passed away. I went to grade school with Norb and
followedhim to Assumption. When I see names that I know it really
brings reali-ty home. We are only here for a short time and we need
to remember totake care of each other. I can only say thank you,
without your guidanceand a good swift kick in the pants, I am not
sure if I would have accom-plished as many things in my life as I
have or hope to do. Assumptiontaught me the discipline to deal with
life challenges, but you showed me
that it takes courage to do what is right, love God, take care
of your fam-ily, and remember those that have helped you along the
path. God Blessyou Father!!
Jim Wiess, Class of 1970
Good day,
I was just reading an Assumption Alumni Newsletter on the web. I
grad-uated from Assumption College School in 1995.
My name is Jennifer Provencal (nee Gillis). I would like to
start receiv-ing an Alumni Newsletter.
I am a member of the Canadian Forces. After graduating in 1995,
I joinedthe forces, (instead of going to University). I was posted
to CanadianForces Base Petawawa, ON from 1996-2001 and now I am at
CanadianForces Base Borden since 2001.
I am so happy that I chose the career path that I did. I have
seen anddone many different things in my life because of the
military. When I wasat Assumption, I was part of the winning
Women’s Volleyball team 1992-1995. Playing sports at Assumption
were some of the most memorabletimes that I have in regards to high
school. Now I am a member of theMilitary Women’s National
Volleyball team. Last December I went toSicily, Italy to compete at
the World Military Games (comparison to theOlympics....but all
Military Teams participate from over 80 countries inthe World), and
in June 04, I participated at the Military WorldChampionships. I
owe a lot of my Volleyball accomplishments to the girlsthat I
played with and the coach that we had (Ms Denise Hebert) backwhen I
was an Assumption Raider.
Thank you for your time
Jennifer
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CullenEditor: Hunt Hool John DevineAssociate Editors: Lil
Dumouchelle Mike Duchene
Denis Malette Mark Fathers
Laurie Browning (Administrative Secretary at ACS), Paul
Huggard(teacher at Catholic Central), Mary Margaret Parent
(Principal at
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CHATTERCHATTERJohn Girard, ‘73, is currently principal of
St.Christopher S.S. This past spring was his 25thyear taking
students on a canoe trip toAlgonquin Park. Thanks Fr. “Q” for
getting mehooked. All the best.
Catherine R. (Ogryzek) Cully, ‘85, - was mar-ried in June of
2004 and moved to Toronto. Herhusband, Terry, and she enjoy working
inToronto and spending weekends at their cot-tage. Catherine says:
“I miss all my friends inWindsor but enjoy the excitement of
marriedlife. Cheers.”
Sr. Sandra Stewart, RNDM, ‘72 writes: I lovegetting to Windsor
to see family and friends. Iam newly elected to the provincial
leadershipteam for my community, the Sisters of theMissions; have
been a member for almost 25years and continue to be involved in
full-timeministry as a spiritual director/companion.While my
Assumption badminton days arebehind me, I did enjoy a game
recently. Thanksfor the memories, coach Bob Mailloux.
Anne Louise Bannon, ‘82, is a teacher andactress; happily
married for 13 years to actorBill McMillan (recently seen in a
principal rolein the movie ‘The Day After Tomorrow’). Shewrites:
“We have a wonderful 10 year old childnamed Maggie. Close
Assumption friends areKanan Patel, ‘82, Stefan Polewski, ‘82,
DavidHogan, ‘82 and Stuart Savage, ‘82. We willforever miss Michael
Gertsakis, ‘83 and KerryMcNamara, ‘82 who died 18 months apart.We
carry them with us in our hearts.”
Jack Haggarty, ‘80, writes: “Hi All: Holly,Daphne (13) Leon
(12), Moira (10) and I havebeen in Thunder Bay for nearly seven
years.Our real winter allows for weekly cross-countryski passion.
Jack winter-camps as a break
from his psychiatric practice. Special hello tothe class of ‘80
- see you at our 25th in 2005.”
Fr. Andy Dwyer, ‘68, has been appointedChaplain to the St. Clair
Catholic District SchoolBoard for three year term effective August
30,2004.
James Wilson, ‘75 writes: In May, 2004, Iaccepted the Chief
Administrative Officer’sposition with the County of Haliburton
whichresulted in my wife Pat and I moving fromStratford, Ontario,
to a property located on 12Mile Lake which is just north of
Minden,Ontario.
Bruno Bertucci, ‘75 is now a captain in theWindsor Fire
Department He married KathyMcCann, Massey, ‘76. They have 2 boys,
Saland Matthew. Bruno is still trying to stop pucksin the net.
Doreen Sztorc, ‘75 and her husband LeighLeblanc are drivers for
Ian (grade 8) to hockeyand soccer and Kacie (grade 6) to
gymnasticsand soccer. Doreen and Leigh celebrated their20th wedding
anniversary last November.Doreen is a sister of David, ‘78 and
Bill, ‘79.
Don Murphy, ‘63 writes: I am retired afterbeing a principal in
Peterborough for 25 years.I’m still playing rugby after 50 years.
I’m play-ing in San Diego in May, and then NewBrunswick and Nova
Scotia in July.
Bill and Elizabeth (nee Piechura)Vaillancourt - Bill (“87) is a
teacher with theWECDSB and Elizabeth (‘88) is a pharmacistwith
Shoppers Drug Mart in Windsor. We areblessed with two very healthy
boys, Jake age 3and Zachary 6 months. Many thanks to Ms. PatEmond
who introduced the two of us to eachother in grade 13 Enriched
English.
AMONG THE BEST
2004 CAN DRIVE TOPS
Our alumni boast of their great Christmas candrives, never to be
equaled. Move over and letthe students of 2004-05 tell you how
fewerthan 700 Raiders collected over 46 000 cans,an average of 63
cans per student- only sec-ond to the ‘68 class.
Recall your advantages, you had your owncars. The boarders
earned extra days at homefor a specified amount of cans.
Congratulations to the 2004-05 classes led by Mr. Dennis
Palamides, assisted by the StudentCouncil, led by co-Prime Minister
EmilyLimarzi, daughter of Bruno ‘72 and RosemarySzilva (Staff
1983-86). Phil Hanslein orga-nized the Holy Names of Mary St.
Vincent dePaul Society who drove the students on theircharitable
quests.
“Assumption’s not a big school, but it has a bigheart,” Limarzi
said. The food was donated tothe needy families within the school’s
commu-nity.
THANK YOU
John Devine, ’63, Sue Rau, DorisLescanec, Carole Dywelskawho
helped to address and
sort thousands of newslettersso that you couldenjoy it right
now!
ATTENTION: CLASS OF 1979
As a continuation of our great25th year reunion, it has been
decided
to get together for a picnicon Monday, Aug. 1, 2005 at 2:00
p.m.
at Mic Mac Park. Everyone is invited,
including families, for fun and games.
Please bring your own food and drinks
and don’t forget about the waterslide.
See you at the picnic!
ASSUMPTION ALUMNIHALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Rev. Charles Armstrong Oct. 17, 1981 Dick Dupuis Nov. 2,
1991Rev. Ronald Cullen Sept. 18, 1982 Stanley Nantais Nov. 2,
1991Reno Bertoia Sept. 18, 1982 Bill Butcher Oct. 16, 1993Hank
Biasatti Sept. 18, 1982 John Upham Nov. 4, 1995Frank Wansbrough
Sept. 29, 1984 Dr. Frank DeMarco Oct. 19, 1996Bruno Bitkowski Sept.
17, 1988 Jimmy Hogan Oct. 16, 1999Gino Fracas Sept. 16, 1989 Medo
Martinello Oct. 13, 2001
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Albert “Dume” Dumouchelle, age 88, diedJuly 13th, 2004 at Hotel
Dieu Hospital, WindsorWestern Campus. Beloved husband ofGertrude
(nee Menard who passed away 4months after on Nov. 18th, 2004)
Dear father of Elaine and George McNeil ofGeorgetown, Lois and
Vince Castonguay of
Wheatley, Jim and Jan Dumouchelle ofRaleigh, North Carolina, Sue
and RoyVanderkwaak of Courtice, Ontario, Dan (‘72)and Penny
Dumouchelle, Rick (‘74) and Lil(‘75) Dumouchelle, both of Windsor,
Ontario.Brother of Robert Dumouchelle of Windsor andNorma McMurdie
of Amherstburg. Seventeengrandchildren and 5 great- grandchildren
sur-vive.
Al was born and raised in Windsor, Ontario.After graduating in
1934 from Assumption,Dad worked in the theatre business in
Detroituntil his marriage to Mom on July 18th, 1942after which he
left for Britain to serve in thesecond world war. In London,
England heworked behind the scenes in radar.
After returning from the war, he worked atWaddell’s T.V. repair
until his retirement in1978. He then worked for the Ontario
govern-ment in the apprenticeship program throughSt. Clair College.
All the while, he was involvedwith the Christophers’ group through
his parishof Holy Name of Mary and was also veryinvolved in other
parish work such as theMissions group and Mass lector.
Always full of life!
When Dad wasn’t chasing one of the kids orgrandkids, he enjoyed
watching all kinds ofsports and also playing golf, sailing,
swim-ming, biking, etc. , not to mention the vaca-tioning in
sunnier climates of North Carolina,Florida, Cayman Islands, etc. He
was veryactive until his stroke in August of 1999.Although his
physical recreation decreased, hecontinued to enjoy reading,
playing bridge,watching every sport possible on t.v. , travel-ling
with his wife of 60 years plus and social-izing with family and
friends. He was someoneyou could go to for some good ol’
fashionedadvice.
Will be missed!
Even though he is not with us physically, weknow he is