Belmont Hill Winter-Spring 2016 Bulletin

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student exchange programs broaden global perspectives

community & diversity

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coaches’ corner

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new faculty biographies

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trustee letter

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alumni & family events

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faculty & staff news

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class notes

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our mission

Belmont Hill is a community dedicated to developing boys in mind, body, and spirit. In a school that challenges and supports students in and beyond the classroom, we strive for excellence, honoring clear thinking and creativity, competition and teamwork, tradition and vision.

Valuing difference, we seek students, faculty, and staff from a broad range of backgrounds who will embrace honest effort, curiosity, courage, and compassion. Working together, we seek to foster in each boy good character, commitment to service, global responsibility, and a passion for lifelong learning.

Front Cover: General Mark A. Milley ’76 Inside Front Cover: Brendan Pulsifer ’16 ( left) and Will Galligan ’16 with Philip Bailey ’17 (in background) performed in the Upper School fall play, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.

* The portrait of William L. Byrnes ’40 that appeared on the cover of the Summer–Fall 2015 Bulletin is the work of artist Steve Craighead, and is on display in the William L. Byrnes Library.

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DARKNESS AND LIGHT Remarks delivered by Head of School Rick Melvoin on January 4, 2016

First, I hope you had a good holiday break, full of joy and meaning, renewal and good health. I don’t know which of those is most important, but the longer I live, the more important each one becomes. So truly: joy, holy days of meaning, renewal, good health—may they mark the start of the New Year for us all.

growing gap between the rich and poor in our country: a level of inequality that may be without precedent. Much of this leads to fear, which is a darkness of its own. Some leads to anger and hatred, emotions that mirror the resurgent Star Wars image of a darker side in each of us, emotions that take us far from our best selves.

As I reflected on the holiday season, I started to think about the bonds between the holidays—spiritual, cultural, and seasonal. In the realm of religion, Christmas, of course, celebrates the birth of Jesus, a holy beginning, a time of hope, with services often marked by candlelight.

Hanukkah, a celebration of freedom for Jews, is also observed by the lighting of candles: in fact, the holiday is known as the Festival of Lights. So too is Kwanzaa, marked by lighting a set of seven candles, each with its own distinct meaning. Even observance of the winter solstice on December 21st, the shortest day of the year, brings a seasonal and secular celebration, a time to push against the darkness.

How do we look to a new year in the face of such dark and difficult matters? If one of the purposes for each of us on this earth is to make the world a little better— which I firmly believe it is—how do we do that?

In these ways, I have been thinking about how, at this time of year, we strive to move from darkness to light. For it strikes me that there is too much darkness in the world right now. In truth, it is not an easy or comfortable time in our country or in the world. Last week’s newspapers and magazines featured year-end reviews that were solemn, sobering, sad, and scary. The last quarter of the year brought darkness in Paris and in San Bernardino; much of the Middle East remains convulsed in war; and in our own country, we have seen agonizing racial strife of a kind that many of us hoped had ended a generation ago. We are also seeing a

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One of the mantras that I learned growing up in the 1960s and 1970s was to “think globally and act locally.”

So I want to begin with you today by thinking globally and close by seeing how we might act locally. As I have been thinking about our world today, one searing issue for me that is both global and national is immigration.

Not only that, but immigration is both a real and immediate issue and a symbolic one. In fact, how we view this issue may provide a good barometer for how we, as individuals, measure darkness and light.

How does immigration help us think about the world?

On a global stage, we are currently witnessing the largest movement of refugees—immigrants from the Middle East into Europe, and beyond—since World War II. It is frightening to see the impact of war in the Middle East: the destabilization of several nations; the insurgencies and daily killings in Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Libya; the impact on Lebanon and Jordan—sovereign nations all. In the four years of civil war in Syria, there have been between 140,000

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and 340,000 deaths; as of March 2015, almost four million people had fled the country, and that in a nation of fewer than 11 million. In recent months, stories have appeared daily about the plight of those refugees trying to get out of the Middle East, the harrowing journeys many have taken. Just this past weekend, The New York Times, in two different stories, chronicled the particular challenges of women to survive these journeys, even as many European nations struggle to take in these immigrants, and several change their laws to establish restrictions.

So far, the United States has pledged a limited commitment to bringing in Syrian refugees. Since we are the nation of the Statue of Liberty, with the words of Emma Lazarus inscribed at its base—“Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free”—perhaps we wonder why the American response is not greater. Yet, as we shift our focus closer to home, issues of immigration get tied to another grim part of our world today: to issues of terror, and from there to issues of fear and darkness, and also to questions of who we are as a nation and who we are as individuals. Thus, as we look back with horror on the attacks in Paris and in San Bernardino, I want you to consider the nature of these acts. I ask you to consider these as acts not of war, but of terror. Terrorism is not a military act. The country is not at war per se and has not been attacked by another sovereign nation, but instead terrorism is a political act: designed to strike fear and perhaps change how a nation comports itself.

In this respect, even 9/11 was a terrorist act, not a wartime military act. And it worked. Although our nation was not threatened with an enemy takeover or a large-scale military conflict, we lost not only lives and property that day, but also a measure of security and a measure of innocence. Today, 15 years past 2001, Americans’ daily lives have been inalterably changed. I know it startles many students to realize that before 9/11 there was, for example, no airport security of any significance: The Transportation Security Administration did not exist, there were no lines or screenings to go through; no one took off their shoes or removed metal from their pockets. You simply went to the airport, checked in, dropped off your baggage, strolled to your gate, and took off. But back to the larger point: terrorism is designed to, indeed, strike fear in people and have an impact politically, not necessarily militarily. Did it work in Paris and in San Bernardino? To provide an American perspective, an article from The Boston Globe last

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season, I hope that we all can move from darkness toward light.

Some of this movement will happen naturally in the change of the seasons, but the greater emergence from darkness comes in the greater understanding of others.

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week reported that in our nation of roughly 310 million, 19 people died in the two terrorist acts that took place in the United States last year; during that same period 10,000 Americans were shot to death and 30,000 died in car accidents.

Still, terrorism is a powerful weapon and has been around for a long time. World War I began not with a military act but with an act of terrorism: the assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of AustriaHungary, which set off a chain of events that led to war.

But our focus is today, in Paris and in San Bernardino.

Why am I focusing on these acts? Because these terrorist acts are leading to heated discussion over limits to immigration. In this country, the battle over immigration was already taking place in the political realm, including calls to not merely limit immigration but reverse it: to expel illegal immigrants from the country, a proposal that would affect, in particular, some seven million immigrants from Mexico and Latin America now in the United States. As I expect you know, one presidential candidate recently called for a ban of Muslims from immigrating to the United States: an extraordinary proposal in a nation that was founded on freedom of religion that has sent a chill among law-abiding citizens now in this country because of their faith.

To me, these calls to limit immigration or evict current residents cut at the very heart of our nation, for we are in fact “a nation of immigrants.” All of us—all of our families—were once immigrants. Actually, the only exceptions are Native Americans—American Indians.

You will remember that the Latin on American currency reads “E Pluribus Unum”—from many, one. Several historians over the years have called the United States “the first new nation.” What does that mean? It refers to a nation ruled not by kings but by “demos”—the people; it refers to a system of government that established individual rights, including freedom of speech and freedom of religion. It established a revolutionary doctrine that all men are created equal, and while it took another 75 years to establish that doctrine for all men, black and white, and another 65 years to establish even voting rights for women, the arc of our nation has been toward greater equality and the preservation of our freedoms.

This is not to say that immigration has not had its ups and downs through our nation’s history. In response to a rising tide of immigrants from southern and eastern Europe a century ago, Congress slowed the rate at which these “less desirable” foreigners could enter our coun-

try. The Second World War saw the internment of over 100,000 Americans of Japanese ancestry, a dark period for which our government forty years later apologized and offered reparations.

Thinking globally, but acting locally, how does immigration tie into our world at Belmont Hill? First of all, if we are a nation of immigrants, so too are we a school of immigrants. After all, each of our families came from somewhere. In fact, it is from that diversity, that richness, that we can draw strength. Actually, one more issue in front of our nation right now—specifically, in front of the Supreme Court—has ties to Belmont Hill and all schools: whether colleges should be allowed to consider race when making admissions decisions.

As this case moves forward, I hope the Court will ask itself whether there is purpose in diversity. For this school, and for all schools and colleges, I believe there is. We seek a more diverse school because we learn from one another, because we can be stronger when we understand our differences, when we can embrace those differences, whether racial, religious, ethnic, or socioeconomic, differences of interests or passions, when we live that national motto of “E Pluribus Unum.”

In that spirit, acting locally, I am going to ask you to take a small leap of faith with me. For the next two minutes, I want you to turn to your neighbor and start to learn his story, even as he learns yours. Where are he and his family from? How and when did they come to this country? What can you learn, even in just a minute or two, that you did not know before?

As we emerge from the holiday season, I hope that we all can move from darkness toward light. Some of this movement will happen naturally in the change of the seasons, but the greater emergence from darkness comes in the greater understanding of others. As terrible as it is, much terrorism comes from hatred borne of deprivation, ignorance, fear, darkness, scarcity, as well as, for some, fanaticism. The more we can bend the arc of the world toward opportunity and freedom, and away from these darker forces, the better chance we have to make the world better. Knowing that our families were all immigrants at one time, let us be especially mindful of the needs of today’s immigrants. After all, who are we as a country if we don’t live by our values? Bringing this even closer to home, to each of us, who are we as individuals in the values we hold and in the way we live each day? Knowing that the days of the New Year will get longer, let us all find ways to make them brighter as well.

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General Mark A. Milley ’76 salutes the war memorial on campus.

The evening of November 9, 2015, was a special one, indeed, as General Mark A. Milley ’76, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, returned to Belmont Hill, honored as the Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.

General Milley paid tribute to his classmates and to the faculty who helped to shape his life. He honored members of the Belmont Hill community who lost their lives in service to the country, and urged the audience to take a moment to reflect each day on the sacrifices made by those who serve.

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General Mark A. Milley ’76 with Head of School Rick Melvoin.

those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

“Reflect on how privileged we are as Americans to have the freedoms we have and never forget how we got them, who paid for them, and how they were bought.”

General Milley assumed duty as the 39th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army on August 14, 2015, after most recently serving as the 21st Commander of U.S. Army Forces Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. A native of Winchester, Massachusetts, General Milley graduated from Belmont Hill School in 1976, and graduated and received his commission from Princeton University in 1980. He has had multiple command and staff positions in eight divisions and Special Forces throughout the last 35 years.

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD DINNER Belmont Hill’s Distinguished Alumni Award honors men who have exemplified in life those qualities that the School seeks to instill: honesty, excellence, integrity, respect, and caring for others. These qualities may be reflected in outstanding service, sacrifice, courage, hard work, or other ways by which the recipient has made a significant contribution to society.

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At an Alumni House reception before the Distinguished Alumni Award Dinner, Mark Milley ’76 was able to catch up with classmates. Front row: Dexter Peavy ’76, Larry Diran ’76, Mark Milley ’76, Jay Wisentaner ’76, Richard Casner ’76, Kenny Martin ’65, and Rick Melvoin. Back row: Rick Noone ’76, Kevin Fitzgerald ’76, Pete Fordham ’76, Bob Puopolo ’76, David Needham ’76, Chip Tarbell ’76, Steve Guarnaccia ’76, and Jerry Bird ’76.

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General Mark A. Milley ’76 with Board of Trustee President Jon Biotti ’87 and Rick Melvoin.

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Emmett Lyne ’77 congratulating General Mark Milley ’76 during the Distinguished Alumni Award Dinner.

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John Pike ’49, Mark Milley ’76, and Sandy Pike ’77.

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Rick Melvoin presents Mark Milley ’76 with the Distinguished Alumni Award.

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Chris O’Connell ’77, Sue O’Connell, and Eddie Gallagher ’66.

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Ken Martin ’91, Mark Milley ’76, and Ken Martin ’65.

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STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS BROADEN GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES

By Adam Harder, Director of Global Education

Belmont Hill offers a plethora of ways students can experience the world beyond the Hill, all of which are extensively detailed on the Global Education website at www.belmonthill.org/globaleducation. I would like to share some stories told by students and parents involved in our international Student Exchange Programs.

(Left) The Metz Family with Spain visitor Álvaro (2nd from right). (Middle) Belmont Hill’s three 2015 Montearagón visitors, with Spanish teacher Stewart Steffey, coordinator of the exchange.

(Bottom-Right) Zachary and Linda Shpilner with Ricardo at Gillette Stadium for a Revolution soccer game.

colegio montearagón: zaragoza, spain Belmont Hill parents Travis and Jennifer Metz note that, “Hosting an exchange student far exceeded our expectations.

We liked it so much that we hosted again two years later with our younger son. The bonds our boys developed were unique and lasting.”

After hosting a scholar from Montearagón with son, Matt Armstrong ’16, Assistant Head of

School and Belmont Hill parent Steve Armstrong remarked that it was a joy to have their guest, Pablo, in the house. “He fit in quite well with our family, and he quickly went from Matt’s guest to our family’s guest,” Mr. Armstrong adds. “We enjoyed his perspective on world politics, Barcelona vs. Madrid soccer, and many other topics.”

Zachary Shpilner ’17 explains that is was fascinating to host

a boy from Spain and see him adjust to American culture during the three weeks. “The experience was fantastic, and hopefully I will be back in Spain to visit him and his family.”

considering this program must commit to participating as a family. Fernando was friendly, eager to practice his English and learn American ways, and very easy going.”

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bishops school: cape town, south africa Parent Deborah Dunsire explains that Akha Manjezi joined their family for six weeks but has remained a part of the family long after his departure.

“Akha had an exceptional ability to connect with Belmont Hill boys and faculty and made strong connections. He joined in family activities, learned about life in Boston, and we made a friend for life. It was great to spend some time with him and his mother on our recent trip to South Africa.”

Nathan Maimba, from Bishops School, provides the exchange student perspective. He remembers landing in Boston and being greeted by Oisin

Treanor ’18. Anxious at first, he soon adjusted. “This family cared about my needs and made my exchange experience wonderful,” he states. “I thought of them as my second family and always felt safe, fulfilled, and like I belonged.”

Diane Carson, Oisin’s mother, adds that Nathan quickly became part of their family and enjoyed his time at Belmont Hill. “It was interesting to hear him talk about the differences between his school and Belmont Hill,” she comments. “We hope Nathan is a lifelong friend and that we get an opportunity to visit him in South Africa.”

the assist program The Belmont Hill community is a participant in the ASSIST Program, a student exchange program that provides opportunities for international scholars to study at American independent secondary schools and live with a host family.

Myles Walsh ’15 and his family hosted Filip Flenhagen of Sweden and special bonds were established. He quickly assimilated to school life on many levels. Filip says that his stay with the Walsh family was wonderful, and he considers them family. “We did so many interesting things together,” he states. “I would not have had

such an amazing year if it had not been for the Walsh family.”

Carlos Muñoz Magro is staying with the family of Brian Wilkins ’20. Brian’s father, David Wilkins, reports that, “Carlos has fit in perfectly with our family, becoming a wonderful friend to our son and a terrific guide for all of us to the wonders of his native Spain.” He says that Carlos and his entire family will always be a part of their lives. “Indeed, we are already making plans for Brian to spend time with Carlos and his family this summer.”

(Top-Left) Nathan Maimba from Bishops School in Cape Town, South Africa; Diane Carson (Oisin’s mom); his brother Jack; Oisin Treanor; his dad, Kevin; and his sister, Olivia. (Top-Right) Akha Manjezi with Alexander Hall and Cameron Hall. (Bottom-Left) Ann Marie Wilkins, Carlos Muñoz Magro ’18, Brian Wilkins ’20, and David Wilkins.

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MULTICULTURAL ALUMNI PARTNERSHIP Now in its eighth year, the Multicultural Alumni Partnership (MAP) continues to strengthen relations among all of Belmont Hill’s alumni to enhance the diversity, openness, and climate of the greater school community. MAP realizes these objectives through targeted programs, networking events, and community outreach, all in collaboration with past and present students, parents, faculty, staff, and trustees. Here is a brief summary of MAP events since the start of the school year.

map-safe breakfast

admission curriculum night

In January, MAP and SAFE (Students Actively Fostering Equality) connected over breakfast. The goal of this year’s program was to maintain a positive platform for students, alumni, faculty, and staff to collaborate in a meaningful way. Through a speed connection exercise, attendees engaged one another in important dialogues that will further enhance our commitment to inclusivity at Belmont Hill.

Curriculum Night is an opportunity for prospective families to learn more about Belmont Hill’s curricular and extracurricular offerings. The Community & Diversity Office hosted a program called “Word Associations: A Preview of Multicultural Programming at Belmont Hill.”

In this session, families were asked to view thoughtprovoking images and share their reactions, with the goal of encouraging good and interesting conversations.

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The day after Christmas, the third annual MAP-SAFE basketball tournament brought alumni spanning five decades to campus to play against students in a 4 vs. 4 tournament.

The highlight of the year is the annual MAP dinner held on the eve of Homecoming. This year, former faculty member and admissions director Robert Greene served as the keynote speaker, while current parent Marsha Feinberg received the MAP Achievement Award.

about the multicultural alumni partnership The Multicultural Alumni Partnership is designed and built to communicate to all alumni, and particularly alumni and students of color, that we in the Belmont Hill community are thinking about them, and on behalf of them, and their cultural competency skill development before they even arrive on campus.

It’s clearly important for the young men at Belmont Hill to gain a larger sense of the world outside of greater Boston; and the many trips to and offerings in Asia or South America or Europe, etc., speak to the programmatic growth at Belmont Hill. It’s also important for Belmont Hill to create the kind of diversity on campus in which the proverbial Wellesley and Waltham and Roxbury can work together on the Hill across a multitude of enterprises.

In other words, we need to continue working to enhance or even create the kinds of experiences where every graduate of this school has the skills, the perspectives, the mindset, the character, the resilience, the grit, the faith…to not only survive, but also thrive.

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Caleb Collins ’93, Marsha Feinberg, Robert Greene, and Rick Melvoin.

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John Grady ’66, David Walker ’82, and Eric Nett (Beacon Academy).

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Kai Bynum, Rick Melvoin, Wendy and L.T. Hill.

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Faith Derderian, Doreen Palmer, Mirranda Labbe, Gretchen Cook-Anderson, and Ann Marie Wilkins.

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Cross Country

Cross Country TYSON TRAUTZ, Head Coach The 2015 cross country season officially started in late August; however, the entirety of the top seven runners, as well as other varsity aspirants, began their training at the conclusion of the preceding school year in June.

In early August, captains Matthew Armstrong ’16 and William Weiter ’16 led eight other Belmont Hill harriers to the Gold Medal Running Camp at Dartmouth College for a week of hard training. At the end of the week, Coach Kirby drove up to treat the boys to pizza and to watch the time trial. The team looked strong at the time trial with John Pappo ’18 leading the Belmont Hill squad, followed by James “Quin” McGaugh ’18 and Rohan Dhir ’18. William Weiter, Juan Carlos Fernandez del Castillo ’16, Matthew Armstrong, and Harrison Rohrer ’16 looked strong, and Matthew Smith ’19 showed much promise.

Training continued through August with a series of captains’ practices leading up to the official season. Hard workouts began almost immediately with a timed mile on the second day of practice to determine the lineup for the annual non-league Martha’s Vineyard Invitational race. John Pappo and Quin McGaugh led the team of 40-plus runners by breaking five minutes for the mile.

Juan Carlos came close to the coveted goal by running five minutes flat. Eighteen runners total ran sub-six for

the mile, which seemed to be an auspicious start to the season.

The Vineyard Race was the first opportunity for the team to truly test the aerobic base that they had built over the summer. The team ran some impressive early season times with Pappo finishing third overall with a sub-17 minute 5K, and McGaugh, Cameron Hall ’17, and Weiter running sub-18 minutes. The team finished second overall with solid times in both the JV and varsity races.

After the Vineyard, the team set its sights on the first ISL race of the season: the home opener against the perennially strong Middlesex. Coaches Trautz, Vailas, Kirby, and Rice led the team on long runs in the sweltering heat as well as hard intervals on the track, including the dreaded “descending miles” workout.

After two years of having to run at Fresh Pond, the Belmont Hill team was excited to have their first race at their newly fashioned home course at Rock Meadow.

The weather was perfect for the race, and the team ran well though they fell short of defeating Middlesex by two points—the difference of one runner. Despite this early loss, the team remained optimistic. The varsity squad,

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comprising three members of the Class of 2018, Pappo, McGaugh, Dhir; a strong contingent of seniors, including Weiter, Fernandez del Castillo, Armstrong, Rayment; and the promising Matthew Smith from the Class of 2019 was well prepared for the tough road ahead.

Following the defeat at Middlesex, the harriers went on to a string of successes, defeating St. Sebastian’s, BB&N, Brooks, Governors, and a host of other schools. Unfortunately, as the season wore on, runners began succumbing to injury despite prevention efforts such as increased stretching and weekly yoga. By the time the ISL Championships at St. Mark’s rolled around, the top seven barely recovered in time from injuries and the rest of the ranks still were riddled with ailments. The original forty-plus squad had dwindled down to only 36 runners by ISLs due to attrition, and even those numbers were further diminished from injury. While the team put forth a good effort, attacking the difficult St. Mark’s championship course with its notorious hill at the two-kilometer

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mark, they fell short of making the podium, placing fifth out of 16 teams. The following week, the team’s top 19 traveled to Watertown, CT, to cap off their season with the NEPSTA Championships hosted by the Taft School.

While the temperature in the low 30s did not make the race itself enjoyable, with many runners not running at their peak performance, the whole trip proved to be a positive experience for the team and a memorable way to close out the season.

Though much of the team from the bottom of JV to the top of varsity comprised now departing seniors, there is much promising young talent. Andrew Kaneb ’17 and already two-time MVP, John Pappo, will surely lead the relatively young but fast 2016 team to future successes and build upon the legacy left behind by the departing seniors. Special thanks to Coach Vailas, Coach Rice, and Coach Kirby for putting so much time and effort into the season to make it as memorable and successful as it was!

Football CHRIS BUTLER, Head Coach The varsity football team finished the 2015 season with a final record of 1-7. Returning but one starter from the previous season, this year’s team worked extremely hard during the offseason to prepare. The team was led by captains Dean Demetri ’16 (linebacker), Robert Griffin ’16 (cornerback), and David Perdoni ’16 (linebacker and tight end). Several other seniors served as key starters on the team, and a large number of junior and sophmore students earned the opportunity to start in key roles on both defense and offense. During the preseason, the team played well in scrimmages against Middlesex and Milton Academy.

A young Belmont Hill team faced one of the most challenging schedules in the program’s history. The season opener proved to be a thrilling and hard-fought game against New Hampton. Yet, after a tough four quarters, Belmont Hill came up short on the scoreboard. After the opening loss, the team had the opportunity to play BB&N under the lights at Boston College. Unfortunately, Belmont Hill was not able to keep pace with BB&N in this high-scoring game. While the team did not fare well in terms of wins to losses, each week the team improved and worked hard to support one another both on and off the field. The highlight of the season was the team’s thrilling victory over Thayer Academy, a victory sealed by a last-second interception by Justin

O’Neil-Riley ’18. Throughout the entire season, the team never backed down from adversity and injury.

Over the course of the season, in both success and defeat, the team consistently displayed great character and strove to compete not only in each game, but also throughout practice each week.

The 2015 winner of the team’s MVP award was David Perdoni. Dean Demetri and Maximilian Rudzinsky ’16 received the Most Improved Player Award. The recipients of the Henry B. Sawyer Sportsmanship Award were Dean Demetri and Robert Griffin. Nathaniel Miller ’17 (offensive line), James Feinberg ’17 (offensive line), and Raymond Hunt ’17 (running back) were named to the All Independent School League second team. Jackson Bobo ’18 (wide receiver) and David Perdoni (linebacker) were named to the All Independent School League first team. David Perdoni was also elected to the First Team Class B All New England team. The captains-elect for the 2015 season are Zachary Geddes ’17, Raymond Hunt, Nathaniel Miller, and Peter Tamasi ’17.

The team is grateful for the consistent hard work and leadership of the graduating players. Their contributions to the Belmont Hill football program throughout their careers make them a proud part of the football tradition here and pave the way for future success.

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Soccer JORGE MONTOYA, Head Coach

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The Belmont Hill varsity soccer team had much to be proud of this season. Throughout most of the campaign, the team kept pace with the top teams in the League, and shared the top position until the final weeks. To begin the season, the team won 11 of its first 13 games (with two ties) and did not lose until dropping a 2-0 decision to eventual League and New England champions, Milton Academy, on October 31. In the end, the team finished with an overall record of 14-3-2, good enough to earn second place in the ISL and win the Founder’s Cup. The team also earned a spot in the New England Class A Tournament for the first time since 2011, as one of the top eight teams in the region.

every minute he spent on the field. Matthew Bracken ’17 and Daniel Griffin ’17 also logged valuable minutes in the back, both showing tremendous promise and potential for next year’s team.

Much of the team’s success can be attributed to exceptional determination, heart, and fortitude on a consistent basis. This mentality was exemplified by captains Thomas “Chip” Daley ’16 and Alessandro Zenati ’16.

Chip commanded a backline that allowed less than a goal per game, conceding only nine goals during the 15-game ISL season. Goalkeeper Chris Kingston ’17 played a huge part in this achievement, as did starters Robert Williamson ’17, Jack Bell ’18, and Duncan Grant ’18. Backup goalkeeper, Parker Hall ’16, provided great energy off the bench whenever his name was called, making the most of

the midfield, both commanding the middle of the field.

Chad Meyers ’16, George Hu ’16, and Brian Antonelli ’18 were tireless on the wings, contributing to the team’s success going forward as well as defending. Without the enduring work rate of these players, the team would have faced a much different fortune. Warren Cross ’17, Henry Forcier ’17, and Maahin Gulati ’18 were also much improved midfield players and should be proud of their contributions. Nico Valette ’16 saw limited action this year due to an early-season injury, which prevented him from returning to practice after the first two weeks.

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The midfielders contributed a yeoman’s effort in every match this season, fighting for every 50-50 ball and keeping the engine of the team firing. There were many valuable contributors to this effort, with each player stepping up at different times. However, Robert Cronin ’17 scored more game-winning goals than anyone else this year and seemed to play his best under pressure. He finished second on the team with seven goals. Pablo Di Benedetto ’16 and Cameron Gordon ’17 were the heart of

The goals came from many different sources this year.

Forward Evan Ricci ’17 led the team with 10 tallies and three assists, good enough to place him just outside the League’s top 10 in point totals. Many of Evan’s goals came as the result of Al Zenati’s hard work, and Al contributed four goals and eight assists of his own this campaign. First-year Diego Pereira ’19 showed signs of brilliance this year, and his future is a bright one. He finished with three goals and one assist during League play. Charlie Danziger ’16 also found the back of the net during non-League play and was eager to work hard whenever he saw action.

As a result of the team’s success within the League, several individual players were honored for their performances this season. Jack Bell ’18 and Robbie Cronin earned second-team honors while Chris Kingston ’17, Chip Daley, and Al Zenati took home first team honors. In addition, Chris Kingston was named a New England Junior All Star, while Chip Daley and Al Zenati were named New England Senior All Stars. Chip Daley was also named to the All State Team. In-house awards include George Hu (Most Improved), Evan Ricci

(Sportsmanship Award), and Al Zenati and Chip Daley (Coach’s Award, Team co-MVPs). Next year’s captains will be Chris Kingston and Robert Williamson.

The coaches would like to thank the seniors for their commitment to the program. This year’s class will be remembered for their leadership and the example they set for the younger players regarding heart, dedication, and determination. Thanks to Parker Hall, Chip Daley, Chad Meyers, George Hu, Nico Valette, Pablo Di Benedetto, Charlie Danziger, and Al Zenati. The players and coaches would also like to thank team manager Armin Thomas ’17, Athletic Directors George Tahan and Al Murphy, trainers Ed Doherty and Dennis Chin, equipment managers Willis Negron and Charles Wade, and Casey Young and the entire maintenance department for all the hard work they do. We would also like to thank our team videographer, Ozene Dean, for his faithful commitment and passion to Belmont Hill soccer. Finally, the team would like to thank parents, students, and supporters for an incredibly enjoyable and exciting season, one that will not soon be forgotten.

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Mr. Davis is an assistant director of athletics and teaches Latin Alpha and woodworking. In addition, Mr. Davis coaches Middle School soccer, JV hockey, and Third baseball. While in Grefrath, Germany, Mr. Davis was a professional hockey player and assistant coach at the Grefrath Phoenix Hockey Program, and also tutored German students in English literature, grammar, and writing skills. He holds a B.A. in classics from Tufts University with concentrations in history and Latin. He also was the captain of the varsity hockey team.

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Mr. English teaches physics, engineering, and Middle School art. In addition, he coaches Middle School football and lacrosse. Mr. English comes to Belmont Hill from the Forman School in Litchfield, CT, where he taught physics and coached football, lacrosse, and recreational skiing.

He holds a B.A. in physics and astronomy and visual arts from Bowdoin College, where he also played varsity football and club lacrosse, and was a head proctor/resident assistant.

Mr. Sundel is an assistant director of admission, and teaches English 2, African American Studies, and World Issues. He also coaches Middle School soccer and varsity track. A 2014 graduate of Harvard College where he competed on the varsity swim team, Mr. Sundel has worked as a mentor for Crimson Summer Academy.

There he guided underprivileged students from the Boston area through a program designed to put them on the path to a four-year college, and worked as a teacher’s assistant for eleventh-grade writing and tenth-grade public speaking.

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TRUSTEE LETTER Dear Friends: For several years, the Board of Trustees has considered the creation of a new class of trustees to recognize special individuals who have given exemplary service to the School. Last September, the Board established the category of Honorary Trustee. Taking this step both celebrates these special individuals and ensures that the School will continue to benefit from their wisdom, counsel, and support for many years to come.

Joining Mr. Byrnes is John M. Connors, Jr. A parent of two Belmont Hill alumni, John ’85 and Kevin ’97, Mr. Connors has served for 23 years on the Board, and his insight, drive, and spirit have played a tremendous role in the progress of our school. Dr. Melvoin notes, “Jack Connors’ energy, vision, and spirit lift every person in any room in which he is present. He makes people feel great about being part of Belmont Hill.”

I am excited to announce that on January 25, 2016, the Board of Trustees elected a slate of three men as the first Honorary Trustees in Belmont Hill’s history. The first person asked to join this inaugural class is William L. Byrnes of the Class of 1940 and father of Belmont Hill alumnus Randy ’65. Mr. Byrnes has served on the Board of Trustees for 50 years, just celebrated his 75th Belmont Hill reunion, and remains a vital part of the School.

“Bill Byrnes is a model of grace, elegance, kindness, and wisdom,” says Rick Melvoin. “Every time I speak with him is a pleasure. Every time he speaks to us, he makes our school better.”

Finally, we are honored to welcome alumnus John A. Pike ’49, the father of two alumni, Sandy ’77 and Bill ’84, a Board member for 20 years and Board Chair for 12 years. “John is a man of strong and clear values, and unimpeachable integrity, a man who has unselfishly given of himself to the School for decades,” Dr. Melvoin notes.

“He exemplifies what we hope to see in all our alumni.”

We are humbled and thrilled that this first group of Honorary Trustees has agreed to join us in this new role.

We know that they will continue to lead us forward, even as they model for us what a truly great trustee can be.

Sincerely, Jon M. Biotti ’87 President, Board of Trustees

Bill Byrnes ’40

Jack Connors

John Pike ’49

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young alumni career advising evening August 18, 2015

Guest speaker D.A. Hayden offered young alumni career advice at an evening event in the Melvoin Academic Center at Belmont Hill in August. Hayden provided resources designed to equip recent college graduates with the fundamental skills necessary to find a job worthy of the education they’ve received. With a focus entirely on recent college graduates, Hayden specializes in one-on-one counseling for entrylevel job applicants.

recent alumni holiday gathering November 27, 2015 The post-Thanksgiving gathering hosted by Ryan Tipping ’99 and family at the Sail Loft in Boston.

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2015 COMMITTEE John Carroll ’89, Chair Dave Antonelli ’06 Will Averill ’87 Chris Biotti ’85 Billy Cotter Michael Cotter ’92 Warren Cross ’83 Jeff Drucker ’90

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Jim Kalustian ’78 Andrew Leisman ’03 Emmett Lyne ’77 Ken Martin ’65

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Lei Gao, Nancy Reppucci, and Denise DeVellis.

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Robin Wolpow, Liz Greenwood, and Betsy Danziger.

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Rick Cronin, Neil Glynn, and David Rudzinsky.

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homecoming October 17, 2015 Save the date for Homecoming on Saturday, October 29, 2016.

Homecoming is an afternoon of children’s activities, varsity athletic contests, lunch, and the opportunity to catch up with Belmont Hill alumni and current families.

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head of the charles regatta October 18, 2015 Alumni and families are invited to the Belmont Hill/ Winsor Boathouse to enjoy the regatta.

Save the Date: October 23, 2016, for the 52nd Annual Head of the Charles Regatta.

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Tim Sullivan teaching his students and their guests.

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Grace Shapiro, Deuk Soo Kim, Harrison Shapiro ’20, Carolyn Shapiro, and Sun Hak Kim.

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KWA COMMITTEE (In Formation) Margy Dunn, P ’10 Lynne Gaynor P ’04, ’06 Co-chairs Kathleen Buckley P ’13 Susan Cohen P ’05 Julie Durbin P ’15 Lora Farkas P ’04, ’13

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Leslie McCafferty P ’98, ’00, ’05

Women of the Belmont Hill School Community enjoyed an evening with current parent Ann Marie Wilkins, “From Kingston to Hollywood.”

Bunny Melvoin Mary Lou Monaco P ’82, ’83, ’86 Jayne Mundt P ’07, ’09, ’12 Ann Neczypor P ’04 Karen Pagliarulo P ’05

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The spring KWA event will be held on May 3. To register or for more information about the KWA series, visit us online.

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Standing: Nancy Aldrich, Julie Durbin, Elena Loukas, Annie Balikian, and Betsy Parrot.

former trustees evening November 16, 2015 Seated: Lynn Wheeler, Julie Durbin, Phyllis Gleason, and David Weinstein.

Standing: Steve Carr ’61, Geri Denterlein, Lora Farkas, Mary Lou Monaco, Jeff Eaton ’55, Pat Cross, Chris Wadsworth, Deborah Davis Berman, Bob Whelan, and Rick Melvoin.

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FACULTY & STAFF NEWS

Alumnus and former faculty member EMEKA EKWELUM ’08 created a photo collage of the 2014 faculty trip to Cuba. The title of his artwork is La Revolución: Cuba in Color.

In Hamilton Chapel on Friday, October 23, former faculty member TOD RODGER and his wife, Lyn, honored current faculty member, MICHAEL SHERMAN, with the Michael T. Sherman Chair in Mathematics. Gathered afterward were Michael Sherman, Tod and Lyn Rodger, and Rick Melvoin.

Staff member AMY HIRSCH and her husband, Mike, welcomed their son Max on December 2, 2015.

Madeline Gray Harrison, daughter of former staff member ALLISON HARRISON and her husband Ben, was born on January 6, 2016.

Faculty member TIM WOOD ’71 proudly shared the news of his daughter Kaitlin’s field hockey success.

Kaitlin Wood, Rivers School Class of 2017, was named a National Field Hockey Coaches Association / Harrow Sports All-American, an honor that places her among the top 48 high school field hockey players in the country. Kaitlin scored 10 goals and added 15 assists for the Red Wings this fall and claimed the NEPSAC Class C Tournament MVP award for her postseason performances.

Kaitlin was also named to the NFHCA All-Region, ISL All-League, and NEPSAC Class C All-Tournament teams following a strong postseason performance.

Alumni from the 1960s and early 1970s will remember LUCY LAMSON WINSHIP, formerly of Westford, MA, who served as the Upper School secretary in that period.

A journalist, teacher of ESL, founder of Common Cause, member of the Audubon Society, and avid sportswoman, Mrs. Winship died in Concord, NH, on January 15, 2016, aged 97. Mrs. Winship was the mother of Roger W. Lamson, Jr. ’66.

McGraw “Mac” David Doar, son of faculty member CHARLIE DOAR and his wife Anita, was born on March 16, 2016.

SEND US YOUR NEWS! The Belmont Hill community would love to know what former faculty and staff are doing.

Please email: communications@belmonthill.org with your news. If you have a recent photo you would like to share of yourself, your family, travel, etc., please include it with your message.

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We would love to hear from you and share your latest news with classmates. Please email your news and photos to the Alumni Office at alumni@ belmonthill.org. Length and content are subject to editorial approval, and some submissions will appear as excerpts. The deadline for submissions to the Summer–Fall Bulletin is June 10, 2016.

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1957 CLAUDE WELCH received the 2015 Human Rights Distinguished Award from the International Studies Association.

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From JOE SNIDER comes: “I continue to enjoy life on the coast of Maine with my partner Ellen. Sailing, singing in a barbershop chorus and quartet, classical piano practice, reading, and hiking in Arcadia National Park are all very enjoyable.”

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From BARCLAY HENDERSON comes: “Minako and I ended the best year ever.

We took four grandkids and four parents to

TAD MIDDLETON writes, “I’m still actively doing volunteer work at Seashore Trolley Museum and Trainriders Northeast.”

1949 FRANK DICKINSON reports, “My health is holding up pretty well. I don’t travel much anymore. Blacksburg is a nice college town, with always something happening. I long for the mild Arizona winters.”

TONY SMITH writes, “I’m back to skiing (including Slalom) on two metal knees!!

Hooray for Medicare, affordable healthcare (Obamacare), and rational, real government.”

1955 BOB REPETTO writes, “My new climate policy blog will be posted on the Energy Future Coalition website every month.”

Tokyo to celebrate our 50th anniversary.”

1959 DAVE PERKINS reports, “Beverly and I have sold our Maine and Sedona places and are now rusticating in Cornville, AZ. Oddly, there is no corn here, but bobcats and coyotes abound. Our cat is a bit nervous.”

ROB RUSSELL writes, “I have moved out to our family home in Gloucester full time.

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Roger Cogswell ’53 stopped by the Alumni House on September 8, 2015.

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John Hurd ’55 and son Nathaniel at Belmont Hill in August 2015.

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Pamela and Ted Eyrick ’57 from New League, TX, visited Belmont Hill on Homecoming Weekend, October 16 and 17, 2015.

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Ted Eyrick ’57 and Marquis Jamison ’05 at the MAP Dinner in October 2015.

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John Welch ’60 (right) visited Steve Weller ’60 (left) in Boulder, CO, on his way from Jackson Hole to Beaver Creek ski areas.

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JON LOVELL writes from San Jose, “I am exactly halfway through my phased retirement program at San Jose State University.

The program is five years long, and I’m trying to figure out what is ‘phased’ about it, as I seem to be working just as hard as I was pre-phase. I’m looking forward, however, to visiting Belmont Hill in the spring of 2017 to work with the English teachers and others in their writing instructions.”

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Eddie Gallagher ’66, Travis Woolcott, Ann Coté, and John Grady ’66.

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Nate Hubbard ’71 hiked from the northern England Irish Sea to the North Sea in September—137 miles in 11 days.

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BRIAN BIXBY writes that he is finally a grandparent—grandson Max A. Bixby was

DOUG ADAMIAN writes, “Hello everyone. I graduated from Boston College with a degree in business. After graduation, I sold office supplies with a company in South Boston, who eventually sold out to Office Depot. I then entered commercial real estate sales and leasing. I started purchasing and managing properties in Massachusetts, Florida, and South Carolina. I currently reside in South Carolina with my three beautiful daughters, ages 19, 21, and 23, and where I own and operate an organic farm. My property is 34 acres on a beautiful river and has a full solar panel array and system. I am president and owner of Paramount Properties, a real estate investment and consulting firm and also

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Congratulations to MARK MILLEY ’76 on his appointment as Army Chief of Staff. Our youngest son is a plebe at West Point, which makes General Milley’s promotion even more meaningful.”

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Chuck Melcher ’80 and Jim Driscoll ’80 met up in Chicago.

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Alan Giddins ’84, in town from his home in London, paid a visit to the Alumni House in October 2015.

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Columbia President Lee Bollinger, Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, Columbia College Dean James Valentini, and Doug Wolf ’84.

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The Class of 1984 gathered at Doug Wolf’s house to watch the Patriots.

Standing: Doug Wolf, Wayne Fitzpatrick, and Jon Goldberg. Seated: Mark Martines, Joe Tully, Chris Brown, and Matt Bowdtich.

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DOUG WOLF reports, “I am starting my second year as president of Columbia College Alumni Association (CCAA). While I’m still a full-time patent and trademark attorney, this role provides a fascinating insight into higher education. The CCAA is very active on matters relating to the College and the University, from student life issues to alumni affairs. Being able to work with so many talented and innovative students, alums, and administrators in efforts from programming to fundraising makes for a special experience.

This year has already brought excitement with our awarding the Hamilton Medal to Eric Holder and kicking off our $400M campaign.”

A recent article in Ohio’s Sentinel-Tribune featured KIT HUGHES, who is Bowling Green’s senior associate athletic director.

Kit rose through the ranks of administration, and now he is one of the top figures in Bowling Green’s athletic department. He has a wide range of responsibilities; he assists with the administration of the football and men’s basketball programs, and he oversees the ticket office, marketing and promotions, licensing, athletic communications, and multimedia productions, along with other areas. “I’ve learned by doing my whole career,” he says. “I’ve had opportunities to get involved with things and then sought out other opportunities and kind of learned by going through the process.”

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The Levinson family: Sarah and David ’96 with twin girls Claire McPherson and Evelyn Virginia, born on February 27, 2015.

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Caroline Kutner McCafferty was born to Erin and Kevin McCafferty ’98 on October 5, 2015.

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Katie and Jeff Hamilton ’01 at the MAP Dinner in October 2015.

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Jane Teresa LeBlanc, daughter of Maddy and Paul LeBlanc ’03. Jane was born on June 1, 2015.

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Alby Coombs’03, along with his wife and family, had the unique opportunity to meet with President Obama at the White House in February 2016.

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Noa Louise, daughter of Lindsay and Yanik Bababekov ’04, was born on February 3.

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Groomsmen hiking the day before Scott Dunn ’04’s wedding. Front row: Scott, Denys Levin ’04; second row: Rob Dunn’01, Taylor Hastings ’04, Toby Banta ’04, Zander Farkas ’04, Steve Dunn ’70 (father of the groom), and Alex Snickenberger ’04.

1998 Congratulations to Melinda and MATT BARBER on the birth of Elizabeth Reed Barber on April 2, 2015.

2000 ALEX LAZARIS was honored by the University of California Alumni Association for his work as co-founder and executive director of the Trojan Entertainment Network. Alex is currently working at Disney/ABC in OTT (over the top content).

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Gathered at the wedding of Garrett Hatton ’05 and Sarah Gordon on the Cape in September were Jim Hatton ’14, Will Forde ’05, Field Yates ’05, John McCusker ’07, Sarah and Garrett, Marshall Nevins ’05, Kevin Yetman ’06, Bobby Whelan ’05, and Michael Pagliarulo ’05.

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Alumni vs. Varsity Soccer game on September 12, 2015. Kneeling: Mason Smith ’98, Dan Rosenblatt ’89, Mihran Deirmendjian ’07, Bear Duker ’06, David Walker ’82, and Todd Jackson ’84. Standing: Massimo Aufiero ’18, Henry Forcier ’17, Cam Gordon, Matt Bracken ’17, Grayson Holland ’05, Colin Hutzler ’06, Doug Wolf ’84, Joe Tully ’84, Warren Cross ’17, and Warren Cross ’83.

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On the night of June 27, 2015, classmates and friends of Tom Fuss ’07, along with 35 other family and friends, walked 17 miles through the streets of Boston, participating in the Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk.

The “Tommy Fuss Team” raised over $75,000 for the important work of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Kneeling: Trevor Mundt ’07, Ryan Morrissey ’07, Dan Fuss ’05, Luke Sawitsky ’07, and Peter Lauria ’07. Standing: Ronald Hsin ’07, Colby Dunn ’10, Peter Loukas ’07, Mihran Deirmendjian ’07, Zareh Deirmendjian ’13, and Sevak Deirmendjian ’10.

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2007 CHRIS SIMARD founded The Lifted Project (www.theliftedproject.org) with DOUG ROBINSON ’05 and BRIAN ALEXANDER. They formed a team of fundraisers helping healthcare professionals and educators better serve the children in their care. In addition to fundraising, they also connect, inform, and engage young professionals to get involved in helping others. To read about their journey, please visit www.belmonthill.org/Page/ Alumni.

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2009 MIKE CONDON made the Montreal Canadiens hockey team. Mike went from an undrafted college senior on Princeton’s campus to an Ivy League graduate with an NHL contract and a spot on the Black Aces, Montreal’s postseason practice squad. He went on to make the Canadiens’ roster with his preseason play. Mike was a starter in the Winter Classic at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough against the Boston Bruins.

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2011 MATT PAWLOWSKI is studying Latin in Rome this year.

2012 Middlebury senior TERRY GOGUEN has founded an app called JoyRide, which monitors how far someone has gone without using his or her phone. The driver can then redeem their miles for rewards, discounts, or coupons, or can make a charitable donation.

Terry has partnered with a professor at Middlebury to create a beta version of the app, and he’s found willing partners with numerous companies. “We think JoyRide is the best way to attack distracted driving, with positive incentives,” says Terry.

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Mike Condon ’09 is backup goalie for the Montreal Canadiens.

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Terry Goguen ’12 with Rick Melvoin during a campus visit to talk about his new app, JoyRide.

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Mark Fuller ’06, Sam Singer ’09, Greg Karelitz ’08, Justin Mundt ’09, Alex Fuller ’06, David Fuller ’09, JJ Swartz ’09, Ryan Ganong ’09, Kyle Duke ’09, and Chris Fuller ’06 gathered to celebrate the upcoming wedding on June 18, 2016, of David Fuller and Rosemary Hines.

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From Drew Canniff ’09: Belmont Hill alumni at the Annual Eagle’s Nest Pond Hockey Tournament in North Blenheim, NY. Matt O’Connell ’07, Drew, Sean Tierney ’08, Wes Vesprini ’07, Will Gray ’09, and Nick Tierney ’10.

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Prenay Bose ’12, Ian Connor ’10, and Jamie Marcus ’03 with Coach Stephen George at the Brown University alumni row on September 27, 2015.

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Matt Weinstein ’11 came to campus on November 6 to speak at the Form III Leadership Lunch program. Matt graduated magna cum laude from Harvard and now works in Goldman Sachs’ legal department. He has been admitted to Harvard Law School. Matt delivered a timely and inspirational message to the boys.

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belmont hill memorabilia

Smathers & Branson Needlepoint Wallet An attractive credit card wallet featuring the Belmont Hill Sextant in needlepoint and finished with Italian leather.

This slim wallet (4"x3") provides enough room for cards, cash, and an ID, but does not take up too much room in the pocket or bag. $55

Belmont Hill School Captain’s Chair Solid hardrock maple captain’s chair with cherry arms and back with laser-engraved Belmont Hill logo makes a meaningful gift anytime.

Shipped directly to your home or office. $475 plus $29 for basic shipping. $19 for one line of personalization. Please allow 4–6 weeks for delivery.

Golf Balls Titleist ProVI Golf Balls with Belmont Hill Sextant.

Package of three. $20

Vineyard Vines Silk Belmont Hill Neckties Call for available colors. $75

Cape Cod Belt Company Luggage tag. $10 Key fob. $5

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Smathers & Branson Visor Needlepoint golf visor. $25

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Bike Jersey

Antigua Baseball Cap

VOmax cycling jersey. $75

Belmont Hill navy blue baseball cap. $15

Cross Pen All-Chrome Ballpoint Pen with Belmont Hill Sextant. $45

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For your convenience, credit card orders are accepted by phone. Contact Eileen Foley at 617.993.5202 or stop by the Alumni House at 19 Marsh Street.

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WILLARD S. CANNON JR.

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Mr. Cannon’s wife, Frances, died on March 29, 2015.

They are survived by their daughter, Nancy.

WILLIAM E. BEGGS JR.

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Willard S. Cannon Jr., of Vero Beach, FL, died on April 29, 2015. He was 94.

William Emerson Beggs Jr., of Plymouth, MA, died on August 21, 2015, at his home. He was 87.

Born in Boston, Mr. Beggs was the oldest of five sons of the late Sidney Adams Beggs and Dorothy (Damon) Beggs. He grew up in Woburn and Lincoln, spending summers with his family on Cape Cod at Oyster Harbors.

After attending Belmont Hill, he graduated from Choate School in Wallingford, CT, in 1945. Two weeks after graduation, at age 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as bosun’s mate on a PT boat in the Pacific. After discharge from the Navy, Mr. Beggs attended MIT, Northeastern University (from which he earned a B.S.), and the Pratt Institute before going to work in the family business, Beggs & Cobb Tanneries, in Winchester, MA, and Maine.

In 1950, he married Carol Ames of Osterville, MA. They lived in Winchester until 1957, when the tanneries business was sold and the family moved to Osterville.

Mr. Beggs bought the Stork Club Diaper Service in Hyannis and ran that business until 1974. He worked for Mid-Cape Home Centers for several years, opening and managing the Kingston store until 1982, when he started building Northern Energy Homes on the Cape and southeastern Massachusetts and continued until his retirement in 1998.

Mr. Beggs was an enthusiastic athlete all his life. A single-digit handicapper in his younger days, he enjoyed

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playing golf until he was 85. He also played tennis into his seventies. The varsity goalie for three years at Choate, he played with the Cape Cod Amateur Hockey League in the 1950s and 1960s, remarkably not losing any teeth in the days goalies played without a mask. An avid sailor, during the summers while growing up he raced Beetles and Wianno Juniors and Seniors, a love he passed on to all his children. In his eighties, Mr. Beggs enjoyed bowling candlepins and ten pins with the seniors at the lanes in Kingston.

He was a member of the Hyannis Rotary Club for many years and a Barnstable town meeting representative.

He supported the Cape Cod Youth Hockey League and coached the “farm league” and the Puritan Redwings for several years and the Pee-Wee All-Star team that competed in the finals for the national championship in the early 1960s.

Mr. Beggs’ wife, Carol, died in 1989. He is survived by his children, William E. Beggs, Jr. and his wife Carol, Virginia L. Beggs, Charles A. Beggs and his wife Karen, Molly B. Patterson and her husband Richard, and Amy B. Heifetz and her husband Andrew; his grandchildren, Caroline Lauver, Worth Parker, Charlotte Parker, Morgan Patterson, Allison Beggs, Lilly Heifetz, and Alexander Heifetz; his great-granddaughter, Hazel Lauver; and his brothers, Dudley and George Beggs.

FREDERICK W. RICE III

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Frederick W. Rice III, of Walpole and formerly of Westwood, MA, died on February 1, 2016. He was 87.

Mr. Rice went on to Hobart College, where he earned his B.A. degree. He worked for Spaulding Athletic Co. for a year then began a 45-year career in textiles sales, retiring after serving with Mann Industries.

MA, and Marianne Nicastro and her husband John, of Plainville, MA; his son, David Rice, of Medway; and his grandchildren, Chris, Adam, and Brandon Nicastro, Taylor, Kaetlin, and Sydney Rice, and Hannah, Gretchen, and Timothy Kast. He was the father-in-law of the late Jonathan Kast, of Medway.

He was the husband of the late Sylvia (Rice) Rice. He is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Kast, of Medway,

DAVID CLARK IV

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David Clark IV, of Winston-Salem, NC, died on October 9, 2015. He was 85.

Born in Woodbury, NJ in 1930, Mr. Clark was the son of the late Admiral David Clark USN and Catharine Hutchinson Clark. He earned his B.A. in 1953 from the University of Virginia and later studied at the Rutger Stonier Graduate School of Banking. He attended Naval Officer Candidates’ School and served four years of active duty in naval communications, specializing in code breaking and intelligence, before his discharge as a Lieutenant JG. Mr. Clark then began a 40-year career in banking in Norfolk, VA, eventually retiring as senior vice-president of the SunTrust Bank.

A longtime champion of Hampton Roads, he served on the boards of The Future of Hampton Roads, Regent University Business School, Old Dominion University College of Health Sciences, the Norfolk Symphony Orchestra, and Lee’s Friends, among others. Mr. Clark also was a devoted churchman, serving on the vestry and as senior warden of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Norfolk and as a lay reader and chalice bearer at Galilee Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach. He was actively involved in the Leadership Prayer Breakfast of Norfolk

and enjoyed bible study and prayer groups.

Mr. Clark had a particular interest in American history and took pleasure in his membership in the Society of the Cincinnati. He was fond of tennis and golf and daily walks on the beach or in the neighborhood with his beloved wife of 48 years, Jane Black Clark, who died in 2002.

He is survived by his three daughters and their husbands, Alden and David Coe, of Annapolis, MD, Janie and Jed Morrison, of San Antonio, TX, and Ashby and Jim Hopkins, of Winston-Salem; ten grandchildren, Jessica Coe Duke and her husband William, Maria Coe, Timothy Coe and his wife Clare, Jenny Coe Terronez and her husband Tyler, Ashby Morrison Christian and her husband Joe, David Morrison and his wife Jenny, Brady Morrison and his wife Lauren, and Eliza, Tommy and Catharine Hopkins; and seven great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister, Catharine (Dolly) Clark Rasmussen and her husband John, of Bethesda, MD; his sister-in-law, Lynn Adams Clark, wife of his late brother Morton Hutchinson Clark, of Williamsburg, VA; and his sister-in-law, Anna Black Hudgins and her husband Randolph, of Norfolk.

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JAMES H. WYKOFF

James H. Wykoff ’48 died on February 15, 2016. An obituary will be published in the next Bulletin.

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WILLIAM T. CLINE

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William Taggart Cline, of Indianapolis, IN, died on July 16, 2012. He was 79.

Mr. Cline was the son of the late William F. Wiggins and Florence (Taggart) Wiggins Cline. Before coming to Belmont Hill, he graduated from Park School in Indianapolis. He went on to earn his A.B. at Hamilton College, where he was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity. During the Korean War, he served with the U.S. Army in Seoul.

Mr. Cline retired in 1989 from American Fletcher National Bank as vice president in charge of consumer loans and community reinvestment.

He served as board member and president of Consumer Credit Counseling of Central Indiana and of the Better Business Bureau as well as the Eastside Community Investments and Metropolitan Area Citizens Organization in Indianapolis. Mr. Cline was a member and officer of the American Banking Association and the Consumer

THEODORE S. GREENE

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Theodore S. Greene, of Southwick Court in Cheshire, CT, died at his home on August 29, 2015. He was 81.

Born in Boston in 1933, Mr. Greene was the son of the late Frederick Hartwell Greene and Ruth (Silver) Greene. He went on to earn his B.S. from Yale University in 1954.

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Bankers Association. He was also a member of Second Presbyterian Church and the Contemporary, Woodstock, and Dramatic Clubs in Indianapolis and the Grand Harbor Club in Vero Beach, FL. Mr. Cline is survived by his wife of 21 years, Anne (Weddle) Wahle Cline; four children, Jane (David) Ferguson, of St. Petersburg, FL, Katheryn (Jeffrey) Waltman and Mark T. (Colleen) Cline, both of Indianapolis, and Thomas F. Cline, of Tampa, FL; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; three step-children: Elizabeth (Riordon) Smith, of Providence, RI, Charles J. (Beth) Wahle, of Boston, MA, and Curtis L. (Debra) Wahle, of Livingston, NJ; eight step-grandchildren; and his sister, Katherine (Brent) Loeloff, of Elgin, IL. Mr. Cline was also the father of the late William T. Cline Jr. and brother of the late Stephen T. Cline.

After serving in the U.S. Army, in 1957 he joined the faculty of the Taft School, where he taught mathematics and coached for 34 years until his retirement in 1991.

He was an avid birder and longtime member of the Audubon Society.

Mr. Greene was the brother of the late Frederick H. Greene Jr. ’35.

HARVEY C. SMITH

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Harvey Crocker Smith, of Middlebury, VT, died on January 22, 2016. He was 82.

Born in Boston in 1933, Mr. Smith went on to earn his B.A. at Williams College and an M.B.A. from Boston University. He served in the U.S. Army in 1957 in Livorno, Italy, which provided him easy access to La Scala in Milan, where his early passion for Italian opera was deepened.

After his graduate study, Mr. Smith went to work for United Fruit Company in Boston as a financial analyst.

In 1970, he moved to Hancock, VT, where he apprenticed as a carpenter. He married Gail Dawson two years later, and eventually he and his family moved to Middlebury, where he founded Alexander Associates, a construction company that focused on small and large residential, commercial, and agricultural projects. Mr. Smith’s love of nature and light as well as his attention to detail are reflected in the homes he planned and built for his family. During this period, he also served on the town Planning Commission and Investment Committee that managed the first-ever million-dollar gift in lieu of taxes from Middlebury College.

BAINBRIDGE COON

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Bainbridge Coon, of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and Coronado, CA, died on October 23, 2015. He was 82.

Born in 1933, Mr. Coon was the son of the late Gaylord P. and Dorothy (Hayden) Coon. He graduated from Harvard College with an A.B. in English literature in 1956 and for the next five years served in the U.S. Navy.

He remained in active naval service until his retirement in the mid-1970s, when he continued in the reserves. In 1961, he began a 30-year career in banking and savings

From the age of nine at Camp Kabeyun on Lake Winnipesauke, where he later became waterfront director, Mr. Smith was an enthusiastic and dedicated sailor. He enjoyed numerous trips with his family in the waters off Gloucester, MA, where he spent summers, to Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Boston, and up the coast of Maine. His love of music was also lifelong, and he was nourished by performances in many locales as well as by his personal collection of recordings.

Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 43 years, Gail Dawson Smith, of Middlebury; his son, Colin, of Middlebury; his daughter, Leslie Crocker Smith and her husband, Robert Nicholls, of New Haven, CT; and his sister, Patricia Smith Elvebak, of Corta Madera, CA. He also leaves his sisters-in-law, Maureen Dawson Messner, of Valley Stream, NY, Esther Esposito, of Farmingdale, NY, April Dawson Riley and her husband William, of Shirley, NY, and Jacqueline Dawson Lawless and her husband Peter, of Elmont, NY; his brothers-in-law, Douglas Dawson, of Valley Stream, and Dennis Dawson and his wife, Wendy, of Miami Beach, FL; 28 nieces and nephews and 38 grandnieces and nephews.

and loan institutions, specializing in real estate lending and real property appraisal. After two final years as a mortgage banker, he retired in 1994.

Mr. Coon’s wife of 51 years, Lucy (Hill) Coon, died in 2009. He is survived by their children, William, Timothy, Thomas, and James Coon and Kate Kachigian; nine grandchildren; and his brother, Hayden G. Coon ’50.

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PETER L. SCULLY

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Peter Lawrence Scully, of Cambridge, MA, died on January 19, 2016. He was 80.

Born in Boston in 1935, Mr. Scully was the son of Francis P. and Mary (McGowan) Scully. He grew up in Cambridge and Belmont and spent summers in Marblehead.

He went on to earn his A.B. at Harvard College in 1957.

After serving in the U.S. Army, he worked at his family’s business, Scully Signal Company, before pursuing a long and successful career in real estate management in Boston and Cambridge, becoming president of Graystone Management Corporation.

for many years. And he rarely missed his daily circuit around Fresh Pond in Cambridge, always accompanied by a four-legged friend. His first Norfolk terrier, Effie, was succeeded by a number of others, all named Vicky.

He is survived by his brother, Robert G. Scully, of Cambridge; his sister, Abigail J. Norton, of Somerset, England; his sisters-in-law, Rosmarie and Ann Scully; many nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, and grand-nieces; and dear friends, old and new. Mr. Scully also was the brother of the late Francis P. Scully Jr.

Mr. Scully was a bibliophile, a regular attendee of concerts of the Boston Symphony, and an avid sailor.

He served as a trustee and secretary of the Spee Club

JOHN D. STRONG JR.

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John D. Strong Jr., of Tulsa, OK, died on May 18, 2005.

He was 79.

The son of the late John and Mary Strong, he went on to earn a B.A. at Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. at Harvard Business School. For several years, he served in the U.S. Army as a first lieutenant in the armor branch.

Mr. Strong was a vice-president of Citicorp in New York for many years and became executive vice president of the Fourth National Bank of Tulsa (presently the Bank of America), serving until his retirement. From its creation until his death, he was a trustee of the Grace and Franklin Bernsen Foundation.

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He was also a member of numerous boards, including those of the Tulsa Boys Home, the American Red Cross, Families and Children Services, the Parent-Child Center, the Arts and Humanities Foundation, and the Tulsa Opera.

Mr. Strong is survived by his wife Bonnie; two sons, John D. Strong III and Christopher I. Strong; his stepson, Nils Anderson; several grandchildren; his brother, Cyrus Strong ’50; two sisters, Elizabeth S. Dow and Katherine S. Schlessinger; and many nieces and nephews.

ROBERT B. CLEARY

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Robert B. Cleary, of Weston, MA, died on September 16, 2015. He was 79.

The son of the late William J. and Eileen (Barry) Cleary, and Helen Sheehan of Cambridge, MA, Mr. Cleary attended Shady Hill School and went on to Harvard College, where he served as captain of both the men’s varsity hockey and baseball teams. During his collegiate hockey career, he led the NCAA in scoring in both his 1957 and 1958 seasons and still holds a career scoring record at Harvard.

Mr. Cleary was twice named to the NCAA All-America ice hockey team and was also twice the recipient of the Walter Brown Award, given annually to the top collegiate hockey player in Greater Boston. Upon graduation, he represented the United States in the 1959 World Ice Hockey Championships and subsequently won the gold medal as a member of the first U.S. men’s ice hockey “Miracle” team at the 1960 Winter Olympics. He was a member of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame, the Massachusetts Hockey Hall of Fame, and the Harvard Varsity Club Hall of Fame.

For over 50 years, Mr. Cleary worked in the insurance business, building a successful property and casualty

PAUL G. LAFFOLEY JR.

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Paul G. Laffoley Jr. died at his home in Boston on November 16, 2015. He was 80.

The son of the late Paul G. and Mary (Lyons) Laffoley, he grew up in Belmont and went on to Brown University, where he earned his B.A. in classics, philosophy, and art history. He then studied at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, receiving an M.F.A. degree, and joined architecture practices in New York, attaining membership in the American Institute of Architects.

In 1968, he moved to Boston and began to concentrate on painting, establishing an organization called the Boston Visionary Cell to promote non-mainstream artistry.

His works were described as portals to his thought, learning, and acute observation. “He took a transdisciplinary approach to combining images and words, hard science and science fiction, philosophy and topical allusions,” wrote Douglas Walla, who as principal of Kent Fine Art in New York was Mr. Laffoley’s dealer and

insurance practice and also remaining a valued agent at the New England Life Insurance Company, at which he won recognition for top sales in multiple years, culminating in induction to the New England Financial/ MetLife Hall of Fame.

He was a grassroots volunteer for the Boys and Girls Club of Boston, eventually being asked to become a board member and, ultimately, its chairman. He served as a senior advisory board member until his death. Mr. Cleary also was an avid golfer and member of the Oyster Harbors Club, the Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton, and the Loxahatchee Club in Juniper, FL. He is survived by his wife, Annie (Tredennick) Cleary; his children, Robert B. Cleary Jr. ’83, of Weston, MA, Christin Cleary Celia and her husband Rick, of Westborough, MA, Brian Cleary, of San Francisco, CA, Meghan Cleary Hamilton and her husband Peter, of Dedham, MA, and Andrew C. Cleary ’01 and his wife Emily, of Needham, MA; his grandchildren, Alexandra, Robert III, and Christopher Cleary, Chloe Celia, Henry, and Garrett Hamilton, and Andrew Jr. and Claiborne Cleary; and his brother, William J. Cleary Jr. ’52, of Auburndale, MA.

friend for over 25 years. “Paintings began with handdrawn pencil lines and took two or three years to evolve.

It was all very meticulous, like it was laid out one square inch at a time.” Many of his works were monumental six-foot-square panels.

His output began to attract an increasing following in his late career with exhibitions at the Palais de Tokyo (2009), the Hamburger Bahnhof (2011), and the Hayward Gallery, London, the Henry Art Gallery, Seattle, and the Yerba Buena Center in 2013. The first book on Mr. Laffoley’s artistry, The Phenomenology of Revelation, published by Kent Fine Art in 1989, was followed by several subsequent publications, beginning with his first retrospective organized by the Austin Museum of Art (1999). Forthcoming in March of 2016, the University of Chicago Press will release its long-awaited book entitled, The Essential Paul Laffoley.

He leaves no immediate survivors.

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LAWRENCE S. WILKINS

Lawrence S. Wilkins ’55 died on March 3. His obituary will appear in the next Bulletin.

DUNCAN O. PAGE

Duncan O. Page, of Sterling, MA, died on October 24, 2015. He was 69.

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Mr. Page was a graduate of Lawrence University and owner of Louis E. Page Inc., a family wholesale distributing business founded by his grandfather in 1893.

He found recreation in making music, having learned to play the guitar, banjo, and mandolin.

He is survived by his wife, Deborah, and sons, Ryland and Christopher Page.

DAVID I. SULLIVAN

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David Ignatius Sullivan, of Ridgefield, CT, died on November 20, 2015. He was 64.

similar position working in the New York office of AON Corporation to conclude his career.

Born in Newton, MA, in 1951, he was the son of the late Charles Leavitt Sullivan Jr. and Catherine (Ryan) Sullivan. He went on to earn his B.A. at Dartmouth College, where he was an accomplished hockey player.

A resident of Ridgefield for more than 30 years, he was a dedicated youth hockey coach there for much of that time and an avid golfer. His children remember his witty sense of humor and love of crossword puzzles.

Mr. Sullivan had a successful career at General Reinsurance Corporation in Connecticut, starting in Hartford and working his way up to the home office in Stamford, where he was a senior vice president responsible for treaty production in the Northeast. He will be remembered by his associates for his ability to create long and lasting relationships that extended beyond the business aspects of the transactions he worked on. He held a

Mr. Sullivan is survived by his children, Mary, David Jr., and Elizabeth, all of Boston, MA; his granddaughter, Stella, of Boston; his sister, Kathleen Sullivan Blake, of Scituate, MA; his brother, Michael T.K. Sullivan, of Osterville, MA; his former wife, Alexandra Sullivan, of Ridgefield; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Charles L. Sullivan III and Moira Sullivan Kelly.

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NICHOLAS F. LYNCH

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Nicholas Frederick Lynch, of Chestnut Hill, MA, died on September 25, 2015. He was 62.

The son of the late George W. and Margaret (Farrell) Lynch of Brookline and Gloucester, MA, he went on to earn his A.B. at Harvard College, where he was a member of the Hasty Pudding Club, the A.D. Club, and the Signet Society.

Following an early passion, Mr. Lynch was a dealer in American art in New York for many years.

poetry, art, book collecting, music, orchids, and travel.

He generously underwrote art exhibitions while also volunteering his time to charitable organizations.

Mr. Lynch is survived by his sisters Marietta E. Lynch and Margaret L. Pearson; his brother, William H. Lynch ’62 and his wife Nancy; his nephews, George W. Lynch II ’88 and Matthew Lynch ex ’95; his niece, Martha Kopanon; and his aunt, Doris T. Lynch. He was also the brother of the late Michael F. Lynch ’68.

Known for his great curiosity and refinement, he embraced a wide range of interests, including modern

BRIAN J. BRADY

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Brian Jennison Brady, of Medfield and formerly of Dover, MA, died on February 2, 2016. He was 49.

Mr. Brady was the son of Elizabeth (Jennison) and the late Hugh Michael Brady. He went on to Dartmouth College, earning his B.A. degree in 1987. He joined the family business, J.M. Brady Company, Inc., in Needham, MA, wholesalers of pet supplies, and became its president.

An enthusiastic Boston Red Sox and Patriots supporter, Mr. Brady also loved the music of Jerry Garcia.

He is survived by his wife and son, Jennifer Hodgson and Zack Hodgson Brady, both of Medfield; his mother, Elizabeth J. Brady, of Dover; his brother, Kevin M.T. Brady ’82, his wife Judi, and their children, Nolan, Brendan, Kyle, and Ellis; his sister, Maura Brady Steeves, her children, Courtney, Mac, and Kayla, and their father, Jay Steeves; his sister-in-law, Heather DePaola, her husband Steve, and their daughter McKinlee; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

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Board of Trustees Jon M. Biotti ’87, President William F. Achtmeyer ’73, Vice President Richard I. Melvoin, Secretary Anthony W. Ryan, Treasurer Naomi D. Aberly Dewey J. Awad William L. Byrnes ’40 Mark D. Chandler ’74 Frederick H. Chicos ’72 John M. Connors Jr. John M. Connors III ’85 Roy F. Coppedge III Carl D. Dawson ’72 Jeffrey D. Drucker ’90 Ronald M. Druker ’62 Warren Q. Fields ’81 Ruthanne Fuller Scott A. Gieselman ’81 Michael S. Gordon John T. Grady Jr. ’66 Christopher J. Hadley Meredith M. Hall ex officio Danielle A. Heard Jason H. Hurd ’90 Gerald R. Jordan ’85 Stephen R. Karp ’57 Jonathan A. Kraft ’82 Emmett E. Lyne ’77 ex officio Martin J. Mannion Carl J. Martignetti ’77 Marlyn McGrath Mitali Prasad Taggart M. Romney ’88 Rachel F. Stettler Sarah K. Williamson Marc B. Wolpow

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Class of 1966: 50th Reunion

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Corporation Annual Meeting and Dinner Thursday, April 21, 2016

Henry B. Sawyer, Jr. ’32 Golf Tournament Monday, September 19, 2016 Concord Country Club

Alumni Reunion Weekend Friday, May 13 & Saturday, May 14, 2016 Prize Day Friday, May 27, 2016 Baccalaureate Service Sunday, June 5, 2016 Commencement Monday, June 6, 2016

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Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day for Forms I and II Monday, October 17 Head of the Charles Regatta Sunday, October 23, 2016 Multicultural Alumni Partnership Dinner Friday, October 28 Homecoming Saturday, October 29, 2016

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