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SCHWITTER FAMILY RECEIVES 2020 LYNCH LEGACY AWARD Pg. 18 THE MUSSOS’ BISHOP LYNCH LEGACY
All In The Family
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BL’S VIRTUAL CAMPUS Pg. 24
Continuing the Mission NEW CAPITAL CAMPAIGN HELPS ASSURE SCHOOL’S FUTURE AND STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
On the cover: (from left to right) Friars Bree Slay and Luc Payseur outside Bishop Lynch High School’s main entrance.
Kelsie Cale Flemister Meet BL’s New Alumni Director
Dear Friar Family, There are certainly many things that have changed in the world since you last received this publication from Bishop Lynch. So often we use Reflections to aptly do what the title suggests, reflect on the connections and community that make our school so great. As you page through this edition, keep in mind that we are thinking of you and praying for your health and safety in light of the global pandemic and subsequent economic and social fallout. For 56 years, Bishop Lynch has positioned itself to be a partner on the journey with parents and students who want to prepare themselves for a future of meaning and purpose while growing in their awareness about the needs outside of self. As we reflect on these stories, we are reminded that even in the turbulent waters of this time of disruption and uncertainty, we have an anchor in our faith, our community and the lifechanging power of the Bishop Lynch mission. We band together with you – our alumni – to work amid strife to forge a future where students who walk the halls at Ferguson Road will one day follow in your footsteps of stepping up to the challenge no matter the size. Thanks for walking with us on this journey. Peace and Blessings, Christopher L. Rebuck President
Bishop Lynch High School has a new alumni director, but she is certainly not new to the Friar family. Kelsie Cale Flemister ’10 is back on campus as the school’s alumni director after having been a part of BL her entire life! Both of Kelsie’s parents, Chuck Cale ’72 and Jill Rule Cale ’72†, are Bishop Lynch alumni and so is her sister Katie Cale Frank ’09.
Reflections Staff Christopher L. Rebuck, President Jennifer Nimmo, Director of Communications Kelsie Cale Flemister ’10, Alumni Director Deb Jaska, Director of Advancement & Alumni Operations Stephanie Savage, Graphic Design
Table of Contents 02. Alumni of the Year 06. Sports Honor Kelsie is excited to be back home to help develop even more alumni events and initiatives. She looks forward to meeting more members of the alumni community. Contact Kelsie at: kelsie.flemister@bishoplynch.org
Roll Inductees 08. BL’s Virtual Campus 14. Homecoming 16. Class Reunions 18. All in the Family
Contributors Sean Chaffin Ryan Plugge ’13, Communications Associate Lori Rodriguez, Communications & Website Manager
Photography Wesley Duke, Impressionist Portraits Chris Sagherian, DFW Video Services
22. Lynch Legacy Award 24. Continuing the Mission 28. Class Notes 34. Weddings 38. Births 40. Obituaries
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2019 Alumni of the Year
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The 2019 Alumni of the Year recipients (seated in center) are joined by previous Alumni of the Year recipients at the annual awards dinner in October.
Since 1990, the Bishop Lynch Alumni Association has recognized those graduates who have best exemplified the Bishop Lynch tradition and Dominican heritage of service to the community.
Each honoree should show commitment to the school and its mission, and should serve as a model to all of what Christ has called us to become. The criteria for the Alumna/Alumnus of the Year Award include excellence in the following areas: service to Bishop Lynch High School, service to the community and success in his or her chosen field. Congratulations and thank you to these inspiring alumni who have truly lived out the mission of what a Bishop Lynch education calls its students to do! B I S H O P LY N C H . O R G
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Maria Longoria Farrell ’76 After earning a bachelor’s degree in theater from North Texas State, Maria Longoria Farrell ’76 has dedicated her professional career and active volunteerism in service to Catholic schools and parishes in Dallas. From her years as an English teacher at Bishop Lynch High School, St. Pius X and St. Thomas Aquinas to serving as both a teacher and assistant principal at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Maria went on to serve as director of administration for the Catholic Campus Ministry at Southern Methodist University. Maria is now making a difference at Holy Trinity Catholic Church and School where she works in multiple roles, including assistant to the pastor, campus facilities administrator and director of communications and information technology. She volunteers extensively at Holy Trinity too by serving on the parish council and strategic planning committee and spearheading, then later providing consultation for, the school auction.
Maria Longoria Farrell Bishop Lynch High School Class of 1976
Volunteering is truly second nature to Maria. As a longtime parishioner and volunteer at St. Pius X Catholic Church, Maria has served in many capacities for the good of the church and school community. Her Bishop Lynch volunteerism was equally as impressive with a term as the parent’s association president, uniform and concession stand coordinator for the marching band and longtime prop volunteer for Blackfriars’ plays. Maria is married to John F. Farrell ’75 and they have four children who are all proud Bishop Lynch alumni.
J. Brian Walter ’81 Upon graduation from Bishop Lynch High School, J. Brian Walter ’81 continued his education at Texas A&M University and then the University of Dallas where he earned degrees in petroleum engineering and a Master of Business Administration, respectively. Since 1985, Brian has worked with his family’s oil exploration companies while maintaining a model of ethical business practices and philanthropy. In 1988, his vision of future technology manifested itself when he formed a software development partnership with two of his college classmates to write and sell petroleum engineering evaluation software. Brian has given generously to Bishop Lynch by sponsoring the Leyden J. Brian Walter Bishop Lynch High School Class of 1981
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Harold T. “Tim” Mathews ’87 Harold T. “Tim” Mathews ’87, MAJ, USA (Ret.) has made service a priority – service to his country, service to his community and service to his Bishop Lynch High School family. Before his senior year of high school, Tim enlisted in the U.S. Army and attended basic training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in the summer of 1986. After 32 years of honorable service in the U.S. Army/Army Reserves, Tim retired with the rank of major. While serving in the Army Reserves, he twice earned National Junior College Athletic Association Academic All-American honors and was a two-year letterman for Labette College. In 1993, he obtained a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology at Stephen F. Austin State University.
Harold T. “Tim” Mathews Bishop Lynch High School Class of 1987
Tim served as a firefighter and paramedic for 20 years in Dallas, Coppell and Sachse. He currently works as a National Registry Licensed Paramedic at Medical City ER in Dallas. Tim is a Distinguished Eagle Scout and volunteers for the Boy Scouts of America as an assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 746 at St. Pius X Church and a Circle Ten Council Merit Badge Counselor.
As the head wrestling coach at Bishop Lynch High School from 19932010, Tim’s teams earned National Prep Runner Ups (5x), TAPPS State Champions (16x), 30+ All Americans, 100+ state individual champions, and 350+ dual wins. He was inducted into the Bishop Lynch High School Sports Honor Roll in 2007. Tim and his wife Rebecca have three children, one is at Bishop Lynch High School and the younger two attend St. Pius X Catholic School.
Arts and Athletics Complex and the St. Jude Guidance Center. During his career, Brian prioritized his volunteerism via a range of leadership positions with numerous professional, social and Catholic groups. Of special pride was his service as Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council #799. Brian enjoys being active outdoors, whether it be hunting around the world, working on the family farm, hiking mountains, or training for an annual half marathon that he runs with his family.
To read the full bios on each of our 2019 inductees, visit: www.bishoplynch.org/alumnioftheyear
Brian and his wife Karen have three children who are all proud Bishop Lynch alumni like their father.
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Sports Honor Roll Inductees By Ryan Plugge ’13, Communications Associate
Bishop Lynch High School inducted four new members into its Sports Honor Roll on Aug. 30, 2019 The Sports Honor Roll was established in 1988 with the intent to commemorate exceptional Friar athletic accomplishments, while celebrating lifelong excellence consistent with the Dominican tradition of scholarship and service.
The new inductees — Meagan Laue Law ’05, Ben Ashmore ’06, Luke Ashmore ’07, and Amy Ruengmateekhun ’10 — were recognized during a halftime ceremony at Roffino Stadium during the Friars’ home football game against Trinity Christian – Cedar Hill.
Meagan Laue Law ’05 Being a three-time All-District and All-State pick in three different sports is one heck of a career. Add three total state championships to the résumé, and that is Meagan Laue. Meagan is best described as a Bishop Lynch Swiss Army knife. She competed at a high level in basketball, volleyball and track during her time at BL. In 2005, Meagan won the state championship in all three. She was also voted most talented by her classmates and won Female Athlete of the Year.
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Ben Ashmore ’06
Luke Ashmore ’07
When you think of Bishop Lynch wrestling, one name always comes to mind: Ashmore. Ben Ashmore’s wrestling accolades live up to the name. He was team captain for three years (2004-06) and was a four-year state champion. The Dallas Morning News named him Wrestler of the Year in 2006 and the number one wrestler in the state of Texas for the 119lbs division. Ben holds the Bishop Lynch record for wins (74), team points (479) and pins (51).
Luke Ashmore had big shoes to fill after his father and older brother, but he did not disappoint. Luke was the captain of the wrestling team in 2006 and 2007. He was a four-time state champion and was The Dallas Morning News’ number one ranked wrestler in Texas for the 140lbs division. Luke holds the record for takedowns at Bishop Lynch (208) and is third in both pins (42) and wins (68).
Amy Ruengmateekhun ’10 Amy Ruengmateekhun has one of the most decorated sports résumés in the history of Bishop Lynch. As a four year pick for All-District and All-State in golf, Amy led Bishop Lynch to the 2008 TAPPS team state title. She won the individual state title in both 2007 and 2008, which led to The Dallas Morning News awarding her the Player of the Year during the 2007-2008 season. Amy went on to play collegiate golf at Oklahoma State University and Southern Methodist University. Amy fulfilled her lifelong dream this year when she qualified and played in the U.S. Open. She currently coaches golf at Texas A&M-Commerce.
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BL’s Virtual Campus: Bishop Lynch Temporarily Takes Up Virtual Residence By Jennifer Nimmo
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In the weeks leading up to spring break, Bishop Lynch High School was bustling at its normal pace. Friar softball and baseball teams were knocking it out of the park, actors were hitting their marks in spring play rehearsals and students, faculty and staff were embarking on fourth-quarter plans with earnest. As news of the COVID-19 pandemic’s spread got closer to home, Bishop Lynch moved to E-Day protocol and the campus was closed in adherence with local government mandates.
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How does a vibrant campus of more than 1,000 learners and employees transition from a physical school environment to an eLearning platform? In true Friar spirit, the move was fast and fairly seamless. Beyond the quick ramp-up to eLearning, BL leaders sought to do more than just offer online classes – the goal was to recreate the best of BL on a virtual level.
Bishop Lynch teachers have proven their resilience and their dedication to the teaching profession during this time of unprecedented change. – DR. CH AD RILEY, BL Principal
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ITeam Innovation Bishop Lynch High School was well-positioned for the transformation to eLearning, thanks to BL leadership and the school’s Instructional Technology Team (ITeam) that was started back in 2012. The ITeam is comprised of BL faculty members Beth Burau, Kay Gentsch and Cari Schnurr who are all Texas Computer Education Association-certified campus technology specialists.
The ITeam’s goal is to continue student excellence by working with teachers on the integration of technology for both instruction and assessment within the curriculum. The ITeam evaluates and recommends software and technology for teacher use. The three ITeam members are also classroom teachers so they can integrate what they teach.
Rachele Carver Piazza ’02 is BL’s director of teaching and learning, and she’s been busy serving as a teacher resource during this time of transition. “BL employs faithful, caring and dedicated faculty members. It’s very evident in how they have risen to the challenge of creating virtual classrooms in a very short amount of time. I’m honored to work with such amazing educators,” said Mrs. Piazza. Bishop Lynch has had an E-Day policy in place for the last five years and had already embraced a blended learning environment, so the school was way ahead on the online learning curve. Ms. Burau is BL’s instructional technology coordinator and she has several friends who teach overseas. Over the past few months, she watched them transition to eLearning and knew what was in store for the United States. “I started gathering research and do’s and don’ts based on their early experiences and distance learning adjustments. That helped give us an advanced start,” said Ms. Burau. While these team members couldn’t envision the COVID-19 health crisis now necessitating distance learning when they first took on their roles, it’s a situation like this that highlights the importance of their work.
The Best of eLearning Technology has certainly allowed Bishop Lynch’s rigorous academic curriculum to continue remotely. BL English Teacher Stuart Kantor is clarifying the plot of Hamlet in Zoom meetings, and Kristie Wainwright ‘06 is having her honors biology students classify plants and identify what’s planted in their yards and neighborhoods.
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In these ways and hundreds more, BL teachers and students are making the most of the available instructional technology and distance learning opportunities. Even courses that rely more heavily on in-person experiences are making the best of it during the shelter-in-place order. John Athas, Bishop Lynch theater teacher, is still rehearsing with his cast for the spring play rendition of Harvey. The show must go on, so the cast is working through the script in real-time via Zoom. “The Zoom program automatically cuts from one actor to the other when they speak, so there is an interesting TV quality about the process. We are hoping to capture the whole play in this way, and learn basic camera acting too,” said Mr. Athas. Allison Elliott ’01, Bishop Lynch dance teacher, knows the show must go on as well.
Virtual College Visits A shelter-in-place order cannot stop BL College Advisor Dr. Bob Iden from introducing Friar students to colleges and universities across the country – and the globe. Bishop Lynch High School usually gets more than 300 in-person campus visits from college admissions representatives each school year. Now the visits are virtual, but still instrumental in connecting BL students with top-tier higher education institutions.
information on 10 essential college planning, preparation and application topics for BL families via Zoom.
Dr. Iden has tirelessly organized webinars with admissions counselors, college representative visits via Zoom and even a virtual college fair.
BL Junior Lainey Mandaville was one of the 130 registered attendees for the virtual College Knowledge Night, and she loved hearing from the DARN representatives.
“Preparing our students academically for the next phase of their educational journey is at the heart of our school’s mission, but so is helping them select the best college fit whether it’s an in-state or out-of-state public school, a private university or a military academy. That’s my personal mission and I can still do that job remotely, although I do miss our students,” said Dr. Iden.
“Our futures are just as important as they were before this time of uncertainty. As a soon-to-be senior, it’s my priority to find my perfect college fit, and I can continue my college search with experiences like this one,” said Lainey.
BL hosted its virtual College Knowledge Night April 7 in place of the regularly scheduled in-person event. Dr. Iden and the Dallas-Fort Worth Admissions Regional Network (DARN) virtually brought together admissions counselors from 30 colleges and universities to provide Ms. Elliott’s classes use Zoom to virtually meet each class period. They are exploring the different genres of dance, doing tiny combinations and using chairs in place of barres. “My mantra is to just keep dancing, and we’re doing that. We’re using the terminology, and the students are still being exposed to the arts while getting exercise. It’s good to be together and still see each other even if it’s through Zoom,” said Ms. Elliott. In the foreign language department, Mlle. Katy Crawford is using Zoom to connect her French IV students with French speakers around the world. Chloe Figura, BL senior and president of the French National Honor Society, brought the idea to Mlle. Crawford of inviting a family friend who is a teacher in France to share her experience of “le confinement” (quarantine) in France. Thanks to the Figura family and Zoom
Lainey’s four college campus tours scheduled over spring break were canceled, so she appreciates the opportunities BL is providing to connect families with colleges through Zoom and other online means.
technology, Mlle. Crawford’s class was able to ask the teacher questions about how French life has changed and compare it with their own quarantine experiences here in the United States. Of course, the conversations were all in French. Oui! The tenacity, flexibility and creativity that Bishop Lynch teachers have exhibited during these eLearning weeks are not lost on BL Principal Dr. Chad Riley. “Bishop Lynch teachers have proven their resilience and their dedication to the teaching profession during this time of unprecedented change. I am very proud of how quickly they have embraced extended eLearning and how they have continued to exhibit care for our students,” said Dr. Riley.
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Campus Connections With the eLearning component underway, Bishop Lynch quickly sought to replicate its vibrant campus life at 9750 Ferguson Road via digital platforms to reach Friar students in their homes across the metroplex. Special days of the week were created to advocate mental wellness and faith formation, as well as to provide emphasis on the athletic and art departments. Each Monday, the BL guidance department and the school nurse bring Mindful Monday videos to the BL community on the school’s social media accounts. Tone Up Tuesdays are geared toward exercise and athletics and Be a Star Thursdays put the art department center stage.
Campus Ministry Father Edwin Leonard is offering virtual faith formation with The Word Wednesdays and Fridays with Father, the latter of which is a 20-minute Instagram Live segment where he answers participant questions. These videos are the next best thing to in-person spiritual guidance and the Bishop Lynch community is thankful for Father Edwin’s continued campus pastoral leadership.
Athletics The athletics department didn’t waste any time in getting their sports teams up and running (literally) through Zoom meetings and exercise apps like Strava. Through regular virtual team meetings and coordinated workouts, coaches are making sure their student-athletes remain focused, in good spirits and performance-ready.
House System The school closure was certainly disappointing for the BL House System as it had gained momentum during its inaugural year and was headed toward leadership elections for the upcoming school term. Even with its primary benefits of increased pastoral care, mentorship and leadership opportunities, the BL House System structure is finding its way online. Mentor groups have moved to Zoom meetings and conversations on Google Hangouts, and elections moved forward electronically as planned. “Houses and mentor groups are being extremely creative in finding ways to connect with one another. Mentor groups are having scavenger hunts and show-and-tell sessions via Zoom,” said Jerry Waldon, co-director of the BL House System. “These virtual touch points are truly meeting students where they are at and providing important connection and distraction from the uncertainty of the world today,” said Mr. Waldon. The houses have built up their social media accounts to offer information, support and recognition. These communities are rallying around their seniors with fun guess the senior posts based on the students’ baby photos.
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We are an Easter people. We are people of hope... we’ll come out of sheltering in place with a new appreciation for one another, our health and our freedom. – CHRIS REBUCK, BL President
Class of 2020 Our soon-to-be newest alumni class has had a bad break for the close of their senior year. This is not the celebratory spring our Class of 2020 envisioned, nor what we hoped for them. Bishop Lynch has appointed a task force of seniors, senior parents, faculty, and administrators to review senior class recognition and provisional planning options for prom, graduation and other senior-specific events. If you know a senior student, please reach out to them with your support. BL President Chris Rebuck has the seniors and their families in his thoughts and prayers along with the rest of the past, present and future Friars in the school community. “I pray for the entire Bishop Lynch community during this time of isolation. It is hard to deal with the uncertainty and social distancing, but we know our Friar family is strong even when we have to be apart,” said Mr. Rebuck. “We are an Easter people. We are people of hope. We will get through this crisis, and I know we’ll come out of sheltering in place with new appreciation for one another, our health and our freedoms.” B I S H O P LY N C H . O R G
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1974 Reunion
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All in the Family: The Mussos’ Bishop Lynch Legacy By Jennifer Nimmo
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On the left: The Musso Family
When Nick Musso ’71 and Gerri Lorentz ’74 were freshmen at Bishop Lynch High School, they couldn’t have imagined the proud multi-generational Friar legacy they would be starting. During his years at Bishop Lynch, Nick worked on Father Gambro’s “maintenance crew,” served on the student council, was the 1971 senior class president, and played several sports. He held the school record for pole vaulting that stood until just a few years ago. Gerri participated in a number of Blackfriar productions during her years at BL and remembers being taught by religious sisters at a time when the boys and girls were separated and taught in different parts of the school. “Being at Bishop Lynch was a great experience for me. It just got better every year,” said Gerri. Gerri and Nick were married in 1978 and started their family. They were very proud of their daughter Nicole when she chose Bishop Lynch for her high school journey. For Nicole Musso Taylor ’99, Bishop Lynch High School was always in her mind. “There was never any question that I wouldn’t go to Bishop Lynch. The school was so much a part of our family growing up with my parents being alumni and so many of my parents’ friends too,” said Nicole.
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Being at Bishop Lynch was a great experience for me. It just got better every year. – GERRI MUSSO
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Nicole loved the social environment at Bishop Lynch and she was involved with the BL Brigade, several of the school choirs and the musical. Much like her mother before her, Nicole met her future husband – a fellow Friar – while on campus. To hear John Taylor ’99 tell it, he noticed Nicole on the very first day of school freshman year. However, the pair didn’t officially meet until the end of their sophomore year and then began dating as juniors. John’s high school story involved football and the arts program. John also credits BL’s essentials program for giving him a solid educational foundation to springboard to a master’s degree with honors. He has numerous funny stories about the anxiety he felt when he realized that one of his teachers was Nicole’s grandmother! (Terri Lorentz, Gerri’s mother and Nicole’s grandmother, taught or volunteered at BL from 1972 until her retirement in 1998.) Nicole and John married in 2004 just after college. In fact, Nicole was awarded her master’s degree at the University of Dallas the day before their wedding. Nicole and John’s oldest child Gianna is now an eighth-grader at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and she was just accepted to Bishop Lynch High School to be part of the Class of 2024. “Gianna is extremely excited about Bishop Lynch. She gravitated there all by herself,” said Nicole.
Nicole said Gianna is most interested in BL’s art program, basketball, music, and science classes. Of course, mom, dad, grandma, and grandpa are all thrilled to continue the family’s Bishop Lynch legacy. Gerri recently showed her granddaughter the 1974 BL graduation photo to see if Gianna could pick grandma out of the huge group. “She got close. It was a large group and the photo was in black and white after all,” Gerri laughed. Three generations of the Musso family. Three generations of Bishop Lynch High School Friars.
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There was never any question that I wouldn’t go to Bishop Lynch. The school was so much a part of our family growing up with my parents being alumni... – NICOLE MUSSO TAYLOR
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Three generations of the Musso family. Three generations of Bishop Lynch High School Friars.
John Taylor and Nicole Musso Taylor BL Homecoming 1999
Do you have an alumni family story you’d like to share? Email Kelsie Flemister at: kelsie.flemister@bishoplynch.org
Bishop Lynch High School is blessed with many families whose Friar roots run deep. That’s part of what makes our community so special!
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The Driscoll, Nevitt and Roffino families each have 10 children who are Bishop Lynch graduates and the Stock family was our first third-generation clan!
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Schwitter Family Receives 2020 Lynch Legacy Award Previous Lynch Legacy Award Recipients: Sr. Cecilia Sehr, Bishop Michael G. Duca ’70, Jim Mclngvale ’69 Jacalyn and Andre Schwitter and their children Andre ’96, Michael ’98 and Amanda ’99 were sitting around the kitchen table one night in 2004 when they made a family decision that would positively impact the lives of more than 150 Bishop Lynch High School students. 22
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On the left: The Schwitter family receives the 2020 Lynch Legacy Award at the Legacy Gala on March 7.
With their family’s amazing Bishop Lynch experience in mind, the Schwitter family created the Bridges Scholarship to give other students the opportunity of a life-changing BL education. The Bridges Scholarship annually provides a four-year full-ride scholarship to an incoming freshman or two. Over the years, the scholarship has expanded to cover emergency funds for Bishop Lynch juniors at financial risk of not being able to attend BL for their senior year and college scholarships for BL graduates. Ever humble, the Schwitter family says they just planted a seed and the kids did all the rest. After 15 years and nearly $3 million in scholarships to deserving Bishop Lynch High School students, the Schwitter family has a blooming orchard of Bridges Scholarship recipients who are seeing their dreams come true and paying the kindness forward.
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“The Schwitter family has changed so many lives by their generosity, but they are also inspiring a whole new generation of future philanthropists. We can all give something when we hear the call whether it’s time, talent or treasure,” said BL President Chris Rebuck. The Schwitters were honored with the 2020 Lynch Legacy Award at the March 7 Legacy Gala at the Statler Hotel in Dallas. As a testament to their generosity and kindness, many previous Bridges Scholarship recipients were in attendance to support their benefactors. Congratulations!
The Schwitter family has changed so many lives by their generosity, but they are also inspiring a whole new generation of future philanthropists. – CHRIS REBUCK, BL President
Learn More To read more about the Schwitter family and the Bridges Scholarship, please turn to page 12 of the 2019 issue of Reflections at www.bishoplynch.org/alumni/reflections-magazine or view the Lynch Legacy Award video at www.bishoplynch.org/Schwitter.
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Continuing the Mission New capital campaign helps assure school’s future and student opportunities
By Sean Chaffin
Friday nights are special at Roffino Stadium each fall – the sights and sounds, the shine of the Friars’ helmets on the field and the band performing the national anthem just before kickoff. Cheerleaders work the crowd into a frenzy and the BL Brigade wows the students, parents and alumni at halftime. It’s a community and school-wide effort that hopefully comes together with a Bishop Lynch victory. But beyond the on-field play and results, a Friday night football game shows the level of involvement of the Friar student body. Whether on stage in a theater performance, showing off a sculpture at a student art show or belting out a song in the choir, today’s students are extremely involved in activities beyond the classroom. Some of those students might not even be able to attend Bishop Lynch if it weren’t for scholarships and financial aid provided from the school’s endowment. With that in mind, the school will soon be launching a new capital campaign focused not just on some facilities improvements but also on growing the endowment to continue that financial assistance far into the future. The goal? To ensure BL remains special for generations to come.
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Growth The endowment part of the campaign comes with a goal of adding to Bishop Lynch’s financial sustainability and viability. The plan is to one day have an endowment twice the size of the school’s operating budget. “This is our first step towards that goal,” BL President Chris Rebuck says. “We didn’t try to bite off that whole chunk in the first part of this campaign, but it’s definitely a big push to get us from $8 million to about $20 million. We have a goal to grow into a more robust endowment to allow us the opportunity to provide affordability and access so more students get a Bishop Lynch education.”
That money is used for student scholarships, but can also be used for school operations. The funds are invested through a trust and as they grow, a certain portion is utilized each year for these needs. Along with Rebuck, Chief Advancement Officer Jim Urbanus will play a major role in spearheading the campaign. He’s responsible for its successful execution and completion, and notes that the endowment helps students who might not otherwise be able to achieve a private Catholic school education. “The endowment piece of the campaign addresses the significant need for additional funds to financially support deserving students who cannot afford the current tuition,” he says. “The increase of the endowment is the most critical component of the campaign because it addresses the need for tuition assistance to many of our students.” A stronger endowment can also free up some of BL’s reserve funds so that the school wouldn’t have to take on debt if more expansion opportunities arise. An increased endowment ensures continued financial success well into the future. B I S H O P LY N C H . O R G
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Journey Along with the endowment aspect for the new campaign, some property and facilities needs will also be addressed. The goal is to improve some of the facilities affecting students – some directly involved in day-to-day academic activities and others more focused on campus life. All these areas help make Bishop Lynch a special place. Adding and improving facilities doesn’t come with a haphazard approach. As part of its mission, Bishop Lynch leadership strategically plans in five-year increments. Within a planning cycle, it takes about 12 to 18 months to assess the current plan and develop a roadmap for the next five-year period. That process includes campus master planning, and school administrators have identified some physical space needs. The last several years have seen big changes on campus with many new and improved facilities. Rebuck notes that the new campaign’s planned renovations weren’t part of those. Areas on the list to
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be addressed include improvement of the BL Bistro in the cafeteria, the library, student commons areas, and athletic fieldhouse. “Those came in as the material needs of the school, to continue addressing deferred maintenance and aging buildings and the needs of growing programs here,” Rebuck says. “Since we’re probably close to 70 percent of our student population participating in some form of athletics, that’s nearly 700 kids.” Beyond athletics, the improvements to the other areas in the campaign benefit all students on campus. The last capital campaign was six years ago to coincide with the school’s 50th anniversary, which virtually remade the entire campus. These new property upgrades complete those efforts in the last untouched areas.
We are asking people to give money to an endowment that will grow into perpetuity to help maintain Bishop Lynch and its standard of excellence forever. – CHRIS REBUCK, BL President
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Word Out One thing that makes Bishop Lynch special is the generosity of parents, grandparents and alumni. There’s a love of the school that carries on through families for many years. Students have been transformed by teachers and faculty members who have made an impact in their lives both educationally and spiritually. Certainly an effort like the capital campaign isn’t without challenges, but school leadership believe they have taken a measured approach in assessing the needs of the school and students. They believe they’ve articulated the school’s tangible needs. “These needs are essential in addressing the present and future of the school,” Urbanus says. “Capital campaigns are part art and science. There are detailed initiatives that are put in place in all campaigns. You must make a compelling and inspirational presentation to potential donors requesting their financial support.” School leaders believe the efforts of staff and students are certainly inspirational and that the school has a great story to tell as it closes in on 60 years of operation. Connecting with alumni, parents, grandparents, and others will be a critical part of the campaign. Meeting donors on a personal level and relaying the school’s mission is a big part of that. Parents of current students have an opportunity to ensure the educational standards their children receive continues for others. Graduates have an opportunity to create a legacy at Bishop Lynch and help others receive the same level of education they were fortunate enough to receive.
Endowment gifts can be donated in the name of a former student or someone else’s name and as a way to honor parents or other family members who helped pave the way for a graduate. “Your parents sacrificed and invested for you to be here,” Rebuck says. “What a great gift it would be to create a named scholarship in honor of your mom or dad for their sacrifices to put you through Bishop Lynch. And that in turn provides an opportunity to share that legacy with the next generation. Clearly, we have a big goal, but everybody has a role to play and no gift is too small.” A Bishop Lynch Catholic education prepares wellrounded students ready to lead and serve in the 21st Century. Rebuck believes the campus improvement and endowment plans help assure that mission. He notes: “We’re asking people to give money to an endowment that will grow into perpetuity to help maintain Bishop Lynch and its standard of excellence forever.”
Sean Chaffin is a freelance writer and editor in Crandall, Texas.
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Alumni Class Notes
Karen Whitten Merwald ‘66 and her husband Jerry celebrated 50 years of marriage. They have four adult children and seven grandchildren.
Bishop Lynch alumnus Jerry Cadigan ‘69 was inducted into the Lone Star Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Silver Circle. The Silver Circle was established to recognize outstanding individuals who have devoted a quarter of a century or more to the television industry and have made a significant contribution to television broadcasting. Congratulations Jerry Cadigan and WFAA-TV!
Congratulations to Cheryl Rivera Smith ‘69 who published a new book called “MANUFACTURED HOMES: An Incredible Opportunity for Your Housing Solutions.” You can find it on Amazon and check out the site’s description of the book: “This must-have guide to manufactured home ownership provides comprehensive information for the buying of manufactured homes, acquiring the land for the home, or leasing land in a manufactured home park. This book offers behind the scenes insight on the various options available and step-by-step instructions with suggested approaches to tackle the daunting task of achieving home ownership. A discussion of the construction standards and applicable laws for various homes gives insight for the consumer to make the best decision possible. Information on manufactured home parks as well as resident owned land and communities gives the potential buyer the wonderful data and the insight needed to navigate through the maze of choices. Chapters are dedicated to green building, modular homes, and prefabricated homes. The helpful information for financing the home purchase and dealing with Realtors and new home dealers is worth its weight in gold!”
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Alumni Spotlight:
LAUREN REEVES WALLACE ’00 AND STEVIE WILLIAMS MCCARTNEY ’00
These Innovative Moms Know Why a Box is the Only Toy Your Child Really Needs By Jaime Dunaway Reprinted with permission from the Lakewood/East Dallas Advocate.
Lauren Wallace didn’t know how to play with her daughter, Caroline. She bought more toys that briefly captured Caroline’s attention, then were thrown into the toy box and forgotten. Most parents have been there. Lulled by the hope that flashing lights and repetitive noises will stimulate their children, they forget that a few measuring cups and a bin of Cheerios will entertain their kids for hours.
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“Caroline played with that longer than we ever played with anything,” Wallace says. “When kids are given the opportunity to create in their own way, it creates hours of play, rather than just a few minutes.”
students but are useful resources for children of all ages, as well as adults.
Wallace shared her experience with friend Stevie McCartney, and together, they started making open-ended play boxes filled with sensory items, such as felt balls, pipe cleaners and wooden figures, for their children.
When Caroline started kindergarten, Wallace had to get the play dough back out to stymie the tantrums that ensued when her daughter got home from school.
“Both our daughters suffer from high anxiety,” McCartney says. “My daughter had been in therapy, and no one ever told me to do sensory play. But I saw it working. I saw her happier.” With the goal of helping other families prioritize play that engages the senses and sparks the imagination, the two Lakewood moms launched Twig & Olive, a business that sells themed Imagination Boxes that include a book, homemade play dough, cookie cutters and loose accessories. Wallace and McCartney recommend different ways to play with the boxes, such as taking out all the red materials or listening to one of their custom Spotify playlists. But there are no rules, directions or end results. “That’s the hardest thing for moms,” McCartney says. “They say, ‘What do you do with this?’ You can do whatever you want. It’s good ol’ fashion play.” In addition to themed play boxes, Twig & Olive sells kits of rainbow rice that help children calm and regulate their emotions. It’s a sensory tool McCartney has used for years with her 4-year-old son, Bowie, who was diagnosed with autism. When Bowie hears the satisfying crackle as he digs his hands into the crunchy texture, he can’t stay upset for long. After seeing its success with Bowie, the moms began selling boxes filled with 3 pounds of rice dyed in rainbow colors. Since rolling out the first Imagination Box in December 2018, Twig & Olive has gone on to sell hundreds of boxes in Dallas and across the United States. The products are marketed toward elementary
“I got Caroline coming down from high anxiety,” Wallace says. “I missed my little girl who would share things with me, and I needed to find a way to get her back to me.” Learning to grow and market the business was an initial struggle for Wallace and McCartney — neither of whom majored in business. Over the past year, they discovered how to use their different strengths to become successful partners. Wallace is the creative dreamer, and McCartney is the selfproclaimed dream crusher. Although those differing personalities drew them to different social circles while attending high school together at Bishop Lynch, they reconnected when their daughters attended the same preschool. Together, they package mini and full-size Imagination Boxes with themes that range from dinosaurs to sweet treats. Each kit also comes with an idea for reuse, such as decorating the box, wrapping it and giving it to a friend as a gift. Boxes are sold on the Twig & Olive website at the beginning of each month. They’ve become so popular, they sell out within days of being released. Wallace and McCartney could make more, but they say it’s important to regulate growth so they can spend ample time with their families. “We don’t play enough as adults, and that affects our mojo all the time,” Wallace says. “Parents say, ‘My kids are too old for this’ while they’re playing with the play dough on our table. Out of all the things we’ve had to learn, it’s how to turn our brains off and just go back to hanging with our kids.”
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Congratulations to Willis Winters ‘75 who had a park named in his honor by the Dallas City Council. The council voted unanimously to rename Randall Park to Willis C. Winters Park in a tribute to this neighborhood preservationist. Willis served as the director of the Dallas Park & Recreation Department from January 2013 until his recent retirement. Before that, he spent 20 years as park manager and assistant director. This longtime public servant helped remake municipal golf courses and expand the trail system. Willis also worked to save Dallas history by keeping items like historic building remnants and old farming equipment in the “boneyard” in East Dallas. Willis C. Winters Park is located at 101 N. Glasgow Drive in Dallas.
Congratulations to Marisa Giambalvo Partin ‘95 who is currently serving as the Membership Vice President for the Junior League of Dallas.
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DAN CONDON ’83
BL Alumnus Retires from Air Force After Impressive 33-Year Career Bishop Lynch High School alumnus Daniel T. Condon ‘83 recently retired from the U.S. Air Force after a long and impressive military career. Dan dreamed of becoming an Air Force pilot when he enlisted in the Texas Air National Guard during college. However, his Air Force pilot training goal was derailed when his unit was the first reserve component activated by the president in support of Operation Desert Shield. Dan spent a year on active duty. Dan has been deployed numerous times throughout the continental United States, Hawaii and the Caribbean on hurricane relief missions and in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Dan also served as the vice commandant and then commandant of Airman Leadership School – Texas Seminar at Lackland Air Force Base. During Dan’s inspiring military career, he was personally requested to serve at the United States Central Command headquarters as the Air Force element senior enlisted leader. He was then assigned to the United States Embassy, Military Liaison Office (USMLO) in Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, where he was a credentialed diplomat under the Department of State, Chief of Mission (ambassador) authority. At the USMLO, Dan served as the senior enlisted leader and liaison between the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State and the U.S. embassy for all U.S. military personnel traveling to Trinidad and Tobago. Dan earned the Distinguished Graduate Award at the Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base in Tennessee. He also attended the United States Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course and the
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Air National Guard Chief Master Sergeant Executive Course. He is a graduate of the National Defense University, Joint Forces Staff College and the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute. He was subsequently named on the Department of Defense thirdparty neutral list as a professional mediator. After receiving many awards and commendations, Chief Master Sergeant Condon retired with more than 33 years of dedicated service to the country. Dan is now a civilian and resides in Mesa, Arizona. He is a captain for American Airlines.
Congratulations to Frenchaire Gardner ‘98 who just wrote and published her first children’s book called “Mommy and Daddy Do You Still Love Me Anymore?”. It can be found as a Kindle book on Amazon. She also has been busy organizing a national book tour for award-winning children’s author Dr. Tamara Pizzoli, as well as launching a new website for her business www.beandusllc. com. She is designing websites and last September she moved to China to teach English. To stay even more active, she started a new podcast called A News You Can Use Podcast.
Congratulations to Jennifer Behne Bowden ‘02 for receiving D Magazine’s Excellence in Nursing 2020 Leadership Award for her work as clinical manager, ambulatory care at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital!
Congratulations to Joe Martin ‘05 who is celebrating 10 years in business and has grown Red Six Media from a startup to a full-service advertising agency in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. What started 10 years ago as an idea between friends graduating from Louisiana State University’s Manship School of Mass Communication has now transformed into a 20-person creative and media team nestled in Baton Rouge’s bustling downtown business district. “In 2009, the job market was looking pretty bleak. We figured ‘what could we possibly lose?’” said Joe, the agency’s creative director. Today, Red Six Media’s team of creatives, account managers and strategists with expertise in branding, digital content, media strategy, video production, and integrated campaigns produce high-performing results and have won dozens of awards for their work with brands across the Gulf South. Notable clients include Turner Industries, Dow, ExxonMobil, Party Time, Smith & Nephew, LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation, Three Roll Estate, and more. Learn more at www.redsixmedia.com.
Colin Hinton ‘06 is a Brooklyn-based drummer/composer who has released two albums, Glassbath and Simulacra. Colin is an active member of Brooklyn’s creative music community. A drummer, percussionist and composer, his music draws from jazz, contemporary classical and avant-rock. He has performed in the U.S., Canada, Central and South America, and Asia, and has had his compositions performed in the U.S., Italy and Canada. An active educator in the NYC area, Colin has taught at the City College of New York, numerous music academies and runs a private lessons studio.
Congratulations to Lauren Jones ‘07 who earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of North Texas in December 2018. Lauren is currently doing her post-doctoral work at the Noble Research Institute in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
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Kenleigh (Roden-Foreman) McMinn ’08 was recently featured on Good Morning Texas to provide her insight on how to overcome anxiety. After graduating from BL in 2008, Kenleigh went on to obtain her bachelor’s degree from Southern Methodist University and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UT Southwestern. She then completed a fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and has worked in private practice in Illinois. Kenleigh and her husband recently returned to Dallas after she accepted a position as a health psychologist at Baylor Scott & White Medical Psychology Consultants.
Jason Mulligan ’09 will receive his M.A. in music composition from Duke University in May and will continue on to Ph.D. candidacy at Duke. His oboe concerto “The Things We See” was premiered by the Florida International University Wind Ensemble in February. Additionally, he just received a Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Congratulations Jason!
Mixing her love for color and animals, Lindsey Kooyman ’10 has found her artistic niche creating beautiful pieces of artwork.
Alex Terzo Adshead ’11 landed the lead role in Gray Box Production’s short film, Homecoming. The film follows Terry as she discovers dark and suspicious incidences occurring at her parent’s home over Christmas. The short film was submitted to the Merry Scary Christmas film competition, which features short Christmas-themed horror films that were all screened at Alamo Drafthouse. Bravo, Alex!
Reed (Issac) Navarro ’11 has turned her vibrant creativity into beautiful artwork that is now on display in the houses of many, including a few fellow Friar alumni!
Congratulations to Michelle Villela ’14 who graduated with her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2017. She then received her master’s degree in medical lab sciences with a concentration in molecular biology from Tarleton State University in December 2019. Michelle has now accepted a position as a molecular scientist in Dallas where she will provide cancer genetic testing to patients with a familial history of cancer.
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Alumni Spotlight:
ASHLYN DUY ’19
Ashlyn Duy ’19 Honored at 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon The Greater Dallas Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals honored Ashlyn Duy ‘19 as the 2019 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy at the 34th annual luncheon “The Stars of Texas.” The annual event is Dallas’ National Philanthropy Day celebration – bringing together area nonprofits, volunteers, funders, foundations, business and community members to honor the city’s finest who give selflessly in support of numerous worthy causes. The luncheon was held Nov. 8 at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Within months of undergoing lifesaving heart surgery at the age of 13, Ashlyn Duy, an avid tennis player and freshman at Bishop Lynch High School, returned to the courts to raise funds for a cause close to his newly improved heart. The event was the Red Balloon Children Helping Children Tennis Tournament, benefiting pediatric cancer research and programs at Children’s Health. It was there months earlier that Ashlyn had received heart surgery for tachycardia, an abnormally high heartbeat that comes on without warning. He had felt his heart race since he was 10, but his condition was not diagnosed until age 13. Since his surgery, his goal was to maximize his impact on children’s lives. “When I was first invited to participate in 2015, I honestly felt like it was meant to be - everything had come full circle,” said Ashlyn. “A regular sense of nervousness of playing in a tournament was tempered by a newfound sense of purpose that I had fulfilled in the weeks leading up to it,” added Ashlyn. “It felt like I had accomplished something before even going onto the court!” Throughout his high school years, Ashlyn committed himself to the tournament, leveraging his peer-to-peer personal fundraising page to raise awareness, collect donations and inspire others. He even quadrupled his fundraising results during his senior year. As a participant and fundraiser in the tournament, Ashlyn raised a total of $31,170 for the cause. He was nominated by Children’s Health as the 2019 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy. The tournament, which was started in 1991 by another grateful patient family, brings in 500 young tennis players per year to participate and support patients at Children’s Health. The event takes place in September and has raised more than $3.2 million since 1991 for pediatric cancer research and programs. “My connection with Children’s reinforced within me the notion of not only working hard for the good of others, but also keeping in mind the connections that all people share with one another as simple as being united by the benefits of medicine - and the importance of giving back.”
Ashlyn is a freshman studying engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder and was a National Merit Commended Scholar and Bishop Lynch’s valedictorian last year. He received multiple honors and served in leadership roles not only in high school but also in the community, where he mentored youth tennis players on the autism spectrum and provided them with opportunities for social interaction. Ashlyn has been mentoring his younger sister Abigael to take over the fundraising and continue the Duy family’s legacy. “Ashlyn’s enthusiasm and creativity have been evident from the start of his involvement with the tennis tournament,” said Brent Christopher, president of Children’s Medical Center Foundation. “He draws deeply from his own connection to Children’s Health and inspires everyone around him. Ashlyn is the consummate fundraiser, accessing friends and family through personal letters, utilizing social media and personal fundraising pages, and visiting with neighbors. He embodies the generous spirit of our community, demonstrating that the desire to give back is infectious!” “I am greatly honored to receive the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy award,” said Ashlyn. “I am proud of my four years both playing and fundraising for Children’s, and I hope the award will draw even greater attention and attendance to the tournament to further the cause.” Courtesy of Greater Dallas Chapter Association of Fundraising Professionals.
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Alumni Weddings
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Stephens ’05 Matthew Austin Stephens ‘05 and A. Paige Daniels were married on May 18, 2019, by Steven Bieberly ’05 in Aubrey, Texas. The wedding party included Kyle McManaman ’05 who served as a groomsman, as well as the groom’s sister Amanda Stephens ’10 who served as a bridesmaid.
Cornell ’07 Melanie Cornell ’07 married Edward Evangelista in San Francisco on July 3, 2019. The wedding party included maid of honor Staley Mullins ’07.
Mullins ’07 Staley Mullins ’07 married Michael Barry in Big Sky, Montana, on Jan. 19, 2019. The wedding party included bridesmaid Kristen Angelier Gable ’07 and maid of honor Melanie Cornell ’07.
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Blankenship ’09 Lauren Blankenship ’09 married Samuel Garcia on Nov. 30, 2019, at The Springs Event Venue in Terrell, Texas. The wedding party included bridesmaids Lynsey Blankenship ’11, Lacey Blankenship ’14, Hannah Saunders Noel ’09, Rosa Morin ’09, Gabi Pineda ’09, Maddy Hayes ’09 and father of the bride Tav Blankenship ’76.
Montes ’09 Kathryn Montes ’09 married Braden Hicke on Nov. 9, 2019, at The White Sparrow in Quinlan, Texas. The wedding party included bridesmaid Ashley Salinas ’12.
Morris ’10 Evan Morris ’10 married Sarah Cardenas on Dec. 14, 2019, at the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. The wedding party included groomsmen Sean Burns ’10, Wes Huffaker ’10, Jared Morris ’05, and Richard Del Bosque ’09.
Ruengmateekhun ’10 Amy Ruengmateekhun ’10 married David Mullins on Nov. 7, 2019, at Chandler’s Garden in Celina, Texas. The wedding party included groomsman Jamie Ruengmateekhun ’18.
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Underwood ’10 Kathleen Underwood ’10 married Jules Roussel on Nov. 7, 2019, at 34 Events in downtown Plano, Texas.
Lundy ’11 Katelyn Lundy ’11 married Michael Spain on July 20, 2019, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Dallas followed by a reception at The W Hotel. The wedding party included bridesmaids Chelsea Hafertepe ’11, Elizabeth Haggerty ’11, Lisa Kate Giovannini Fragoso ’11, and Sarah Gale ’12.
Noonan ’11 Caitlin Noonan ’11 married Michael Douglass on Nov. 23, 2019, at St. Francis College Church in St. Louis, Missouri. The wedding party included groomsmen Danny Noonan ’10 and Ryan Noonan ’14.
Hinzman ’12 Meranda Hinzman ’12 married Josh Dermott on Nov. 29, 2019, at Firefly Gardens in Midlothian, Texas. The wedding party included bridesmaids and fellow alumni Savie Garza ’12 and Grace Jones Anderson ’12.
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Alumni Births
Francis Kenny ’09 and Kelsey Silva ’08 Francis welcomed their first child Emma James on Sept. 2, 2019.
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Laura Eberius Histed ’07 and her husband Jarvis welcomed their daughter Charlotte LeGrand Histed on March 4, 2018.
Christine Farrell Howitt ’04 and her husband Graham welcomed their second child Graham Harrison Howitt on June 5, 2019. He joins big sister Hailey Marie (2).
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Megan Bebb Lebre ’05 and her husband Ryan welcomed their first child Alice Michelle on Aug. 19, 2019 in Santa Monica, CA. Megan and Ryan both work at UCLA and the family resides in Redondo Beach.
Lauren Lukas Mosely ’09 and her husband Dylan welcomed their first child Mason James on Oct. 15, 2019.
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Joey Pirozzolo ’02 and his wife Kelly welcomed their first child Giada Francesca Pirozzolo on Feb. 18, 2020.
Pamela Tyll Radisek ’06 and her husband Joseph welcomed their twins Joseph Henry and Luka Benjamin on Jan. 29, 2020.
Jill Quinn Tutle ’09 and her husband Tanner welcomed their first child Tyler Jane Tutle on July 30, 2019.
Van’t Westeinde Anthony ’05 and Kristen O’Bryant ’04 Van’t Westeinde welcomed their first child Oliver Henry on Sept. 21, 2019.
Wood Meghan Roberts Wood ’10 and her husband Brandon welcomed their first child Brody Michael on Sept. 12, 2019.
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BL Obituaries
Alumni David Novotny ’68 passed away on Nov. 5, 2019. He was the brother of Mary Novotny Jones ’69 and Melvin Novotny ’71. Angelina Durant Accardi ’70 passed away on June 16, 2019. She was the sister of Anthony Durant ’72 and Linda Durant Fraley ’72. Edward Donahue ’70 passed away on June 4, 2019. Mary Jane McCarty ’70 passed away in June 2019. Evelyn Fowler Jester ’71 passed away on March 24, 2020. She was the sister of Jessica Fowler Harder ’72. Elise Perkins Carter ’75 passed away on June 6,
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2019. She was the sister of Chris Perkins ’74 and Jay Perkins ‘79. Lindsey “Sonny” Williams ’77 passed away on Feb. 29, 2020. Greg Holub ’83 passed away on July 1, 2019. He was the brother of Mike Holub ’81, Mark Holub ’85 and Richard Holub ’88. He was also the brother-in-law of Lana Wright Holub ’85. Glenda Lisa Jackson ’88 passed away on Jan. 2, 2020. Joe Guerra ’89 passed away on Jan. 6, 2020. He was the father of Lilliana Guerra ’18. Ron Slama ’01 passed away in July 2019. He was the brother of Luke Slama ’09.
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Jeffrey Horn ’02 passed away on Aug. 28, 2019. Melissa Knight ’02 passed away on July 7, 2019. She was the sister of Jordan Knight ’05. Mary Nevada Morgan ’02 passed away on June 29, 2019. Matthew Smith ’04 passed away on Dec. 17, 2019. He was the brother of Michael Smith ’06 and the son of Michelle Grattan KellySmith ’73 and nephew of Patrick Grattan ’75 and Maureen Grattan ’82.
Children Sean May passed away on Jan. 10, 2016. He was the son of Ann Marie Rodriguez-May ’88.
Grandparents Robert Ayala passed away on Dec. 10, 2019. He was the grandfather of Christina Najera ’07.
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Hortencia Teyna Cuellar passed away on Jan. 14, 2020. She was the grandmother of Rudy DeLaGarza ’90, Theresa Cavazos ’96, Mykell (Creamer) Hale ’97, and Serena Herrera ’15.
Teresa Ann “Reese” Termulo passed away on Jan. 10, 2020. She was a junior at BL.
Eva King passed away on Nov. 6, 2019. She was the grandmother of Jacob King ’13.
Bobbie Long passed away on Nov. 19, 2019. She was the mother-in-law of Mike McKissick ’69 and the grandmother of Michael McKissick ’92, Brian Gage ’92, Mandy McKissick Newhouse ’96, Michelle Bowles Jackson ’99, Christopher (Beeper) Gage ’00, Melissa Bowles Jarvis ’03 †, Kevin McKissick ’04 and Andy Long ’05. She was also the great-grandmother of Ashley Jarvis, current BL sophomore. Diane Shaw passed away on Nov. 2, 2019. She was the grandmother of Mary Barton ’03, Tommy Barton ’06 and Maggie Barton ’09. She was also the motherin-law of our current school nurse, Patty Barton.
Current Parents Thomas Upton passed away on April 7, 2020. He was the parent of current BL students Connor Upton, Class of 2021, and Reagan Upton, Class of 2023.
Past Parents Susan Ayoob passed away on Aug. 2, 2019. She was the mother of Louis Ayoob ’05 and Alex Ayoob ’09. Eleanor Bires passed away on Dec. 23, 2019. She was the mother of Stephen “Larry” Bires ’67 and Robert Bires ’69 †. Susan Burns passed away on Jan. 27, 2020. She was the mother of Jessica Burns ’15. Frank Campise, Sr. passed away on March 22, 2020. He was the father of Mary Frances Campise Archer ’79 and Frank Campise, Jr. ’88 and was the grandfather of Laura Archer Haecker ’04, Joanna Archer ’10, Sarah Archer ’13, and Nicholas Campise ’19. George Christ passed away on Jan. 19, 2020. He was the father of Barbara Christ ’76, Terry Christ ’79, Julie Christ ’80, and Thomas Christ ’82. Virginia Conoly passed away on Sept. 15, 2019. She was the mother of Cynthia Conoly Wofford ’67 and Candace Conoly Cooper ’75. Maxine Edwards passed away on Feb. 16, 2020. She was the mother of Ann Marie Rich ’77 and John Edwards ’79 † and the grandmother of Sean Hunley ’21. Humberto Guerrero, Sr. passed away on Jan. 4, 2020. He was the father of Roxane Guerrero ’79, Laura Guerrero ’81, Humberto Guerrero, Jr. ’85 †, and Stephen Guerrero ’86. George Hafertepe passed away on Oct. 12, 2019. He was the father of Marie Hafertepe Ward ’75 and George Hafertepe ’76. He was also the grandfather of
Lauren Hafertepe Allen ’05 and Allison Hafertepe ’15. John Horton passed away on Aug. 29, 2019. He was the father of Dorinda Horton ’86 and Gerald Horton ’88. Anne Jakubik passed away on Aug. 19, 2019. She was the mother of Carol Ann Jakubik Ruiz ’67†, Margaret Jakubik Dykes ’69 and Robert Jakubik ’70†. She was also the great-grandmother of Joshua Ponewash ’19 and Zachary Ponewash, a current BL junior. Margaret LaCour passed away on Dec. 5, 2019. She was the mother of Pat LaCour ’82 and Theresa LaCour Guhl ’84. Carol LaFountain passed away on Feb. 4, 2020. She was the mother of Tiffany Soignier ’92, and the grandmother of Connor Fraire ’14. Faith Leicht passed away on Nov. 27, 2019. She was the mother of Charles Leicht ’69 †, Bill Leicht ’71, Karen Leicht Sterzer ’73, Sandy Leicht Lambeth ’77, Chris Leicht ’79 †, and Mariann Leicht Fox ’81. She was also the grandmother of Robert Leicht ’91, Josh Leicht ’06, Karissa Leicht ’12, and Rebecca Fox ’13. Milton Lutz passed away on June 18, 2019. He was the father of Michael Lutz ’81, Mark Lutz ’81, David Lutz ’85, and Lori Anne Lutz Kerrigan ’91. Marcella Maceda passed away on July 14, 2019. She was the mother of Frank Maceda, Jr. ’77, Felix Maceda ’84 † and Fermin Tony Maceda ’86 and the mother-in-law of Marie Zierhut Maceda ’86. She was also the grandmother of Elliot Maceda ’16, Amanda Maceda ’17 and Simon Maceda ’18. Myra Malacara passed away on March 27, 2020. She was the mother of Christy Adamcik Gammill ’90 and Stephanie Adamcik Fine ‘00.
Mike Martinez passed away on Dec. 9, 2019. He was the stepfather of Manuel Selvera, Jr. ’15. Jerry McCoy passed away on Feb. 14, 2020. She the mother of Kelly McCoy Schorr ’86, Michael McCoy ’87, Scott McCoy ’91, and Kimberly McCoy Robison ’95. She was the motherin-law of Geoffrey Schorr ’87, and the aunt of Chuck Henderson ’96 and Amy Finch ’97. Rita Meister passed away on Aug. 22, 2019. She was the mother of Catherine Meister ’81, Theresa Meister Ivey ’85 and Stephanie Meister Fordyce ’94. Nick Musso passed away on June 16, 2019. He was the father of Nick Musso, Jr. ’71 and Cathy Musso Smith ’75. He was also the father-in-law of Gerri Lorentz Musso ’74 as well as the grandfather of Nicole Musso Taylor ’99. Jan Parkhill passed away on June 9, 2019. He was the father of Brooke Parkhill McGonigle ’94 and the father-in-law of Ed McGonigle ’93. Louise Potter passed away Nov. 4, 2019. She was the mother of Mike Potter ’82 and Cathy Potter Cooney ’84. She was also the mother-in-law of Liz Wyland Potter ’85 and grandmother of Katy Potter ’15. Jim Potticary passed away on Sept. 17, 2019. He was the father of Billie Potticary Thorne ’84, Richard Potticary ’86 and Heidi Potticary Pickerill ’88. Mary Quinn passed away on Aug. 24, 2019. She was the mother of Maureen Quinn ’78, Christopher Quinn ’80, Kathleen Quinn Wallace ’81, Marie Quinn Krim ’83, and Theresa Quinn ’85 and the grandmother of Megan Wallace ’05. Dorothy Reily passed away on July 29, 2019. She was the mother of Ann Reily Hardy ’74, Cia Reily Bond ’74, Clare Reily Marco ’75, Mike Reily ’81, and Tim Reily ’84 †.
Mary Schroeder passed away on March 23, 2020. She was the mother of David Robert Schroeder ’68 and Sue Schroeder Fowler ’72. Robert Bob Sherman passed away on May 31, 2019. He was the father of Robert Bobby Sherman ’71†, Sue Sherman Bratton ’74, Jon Sherman ’78, Tim Sherman ’79†, and Barbara Sherman Fletcher ’82. He was also the father-in-law of Susan Nall Sherman ’73 and the grandfather of Michael Bratton ’99, Karan Bratton Hussman ’01, Collin Sherman ’09, and Katie Sherman ’12. Mary Ellen Stout passed away on Jan. 23, 2020. She was the mother of Ryan Stout ’05. Patricia Stowell passed away on Sept. 21, 2019. She was the mother of Samantha Stowell ’17. Arthur Taylor passed away on July 23, 2019. He was the father of Stephanie Taylor ’92. Irene Thomas passed away on June 28, 2019. She was the mother of Teresa Thomas Meyers ’66, Patricia Thomas Bluett ’69, Joe Thomas ’70, Bill Thomas ’71, and Carrie Thomas Levonius ’89. Arietta Valenti passed away on Dec. 7, 2019. She was the mother of Amber Valenti White ’83. Mary Vatsis passed away on Feb. 8, 2020. She was the mother of Sandra Vatsis Taylor ’80 and the grandmother of George Taylor ’11 and Susu Taylor ’13.
Barbara Williams passed away on Dec. 6, 2019. She was the mother of James Williams ’77. Esther Williams passed away on Nov. 21, 2019. She was the mother of Monica Villareal Marshal ’87 and Dena Villareal Bell ’88. Tracy Wood passed away on Sept. 21, 2019. He was the father of Leighton Wood ‘03.
Siblings Michael Cook passed away on Oct. 11, 2019. He was the brother of Teresa Cook Cummings ’66, Daniel Cook ’71†, Marilyn Cook Eckenrode ’73, Cynthia Cook Hauser ’75, Patrick Cook ’77, Mary Cook Packard ’79, Jeanette Cook Knight ’80, and Julia Cook Abshire ’85.
Spouses David Mach passed away on Jan. 5, 2020. He was the husband of Patricia Mahdak Mach ’66. Martin Shimkus passed away in July 2019. He was the husband of Brenda Andries Shimkus ’75 and the brother of Julie Shimkus Dial ’75 and Antoinette Shimkus Gonzalez ’78. He was also the brother-in-law of Sharlene Andries ’70 and Tim Andries ’79. Michelle Yoxall passed away on Oct. 26, 2019. She was the wife of Dan Yoxall ’81 and the sister-in-law of Mike Yoxall ’75, Helen Yoxall Frink ’76, Kevin Yoxall ’78, and Tom Yoxall ’84.
Donald Wass passed away on Jan. 25, 2020. He was the father of Ann Marie Orscheln ’79, Margaret Fulkerson ’83, Nancy Marie Brown ’84, and Donald L. Wass, Jr. ’86. Thelma White passed away on Jan. 1, 2020. She was the mother of Bernard White ’77. Barbara Williams passed away on Aug. 20, 2019. She was the mother of Laura Williams Vanderford ’87.
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