IN MEMORY OF …
John G. Arbuckle ’90 passed away on Dec. 31, 2008. He was a district sales manager with Schering Plough Pharmaceuticals. John is survived by his mother, Nancy Arbuckle Harris; sister, Anne Arbuckle Collins ’84; and his son, Blake Jahan Arbuckle.
GET TO KNOW
Andy Fagan Associate Athletic Director / Boys Basketball Head Coach
SPOUSE
Kate Fagan
CHILDREN
Jack, 3 years old; Julia, 8 months old
PETS
Kelsey, a border terrier
FAVORITE FOOD
Kate’s Sour Cream Noodle Bake
FAVORITE BOOKS
“Season on the Brink” and “Miracle of St. Anthony’s”
FAVORITE MOVIES
“Hoosiers” and “Glory”
WHAT DO YOU DO TO UNWIND?
Read, watch basketball or spend time with my family WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR AND WHY?
Howard Renner, my high school basketball coach, and Rich Andriole, my high school baseball coach, both helped me understand how to be a true leader and helped me realize the importance of hard work and accountability.
Russell J. Dellen ’69 passed away on Nov. 8, 2008. He was president of Dellen Automotive Family representing Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep; Harley-Davidson of Indianapolis; and Honda of Indianapolis. Russ is survived by his wife, Donna, and their three sons: Nick, David and Matthew. Robert T. Simonson ’74 passed away on Oct. 23, 2008. Bob was a founder of MARC Promotions and retired from there in 2003. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; and their children, Elizabeth ’04 and Connor ’07. Kathleen Berry, mother of Nicole (Berry) Brimer ’92, passed away on Oct. 24, 2008. Joan Byrum, mother of Mary Ann Smith, Laura (Byrum) Manning ’78, Kathleen (Byrum) Suss ’82, Clark Byrum Jr. ’88 and Amanda (Byrum) Montgomery ’95, passed away on Oct. 9, 2008. Angie Elliott, wife of Colin Elliott ’91, passed away on Oct. 8, 2008. Mark W. Gray, father of Carolyn ’82 and Mark Gray ’84, former Brebeuf Jesuit Board of Trustees Chairman, passed away on Aug. 27, 2008. Matthew R. Kesti, son of Jennifer May ’85, passed away on Dec. 9, 2008.
WHY DID YOU BECOME A COACH/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR?
I wanted to have an impact on kids’ lives just like my coaches did. Also, my dad once told me to find a job you love doing, and you will never work another day in your life. WHY IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUNG PEOPLE PLAY SPORTS?
It is a great opportunity to be a part of team, and to be involved in an activity that teaches life lessons and skills. Also, sports encourage kids to be active.
Alan T. Nolan, father of Elizabeth Nolan ’77, Ellen DeVoe ’82 and Thomas DeVoe ’84, and grandfather of Sam DeVoe ’10, passed away on July 27, 2008. J. Patrick Rooney, father of Tenna (Rooney) Merchant ’79, passed away on Sept. 15, 2008.
WHAT DO YOU HAVE PLAYING IN YOUR CAR RIGHT NOW (CD OR RADIO STATION)?
The Doors NAME ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE COACHING MOMENTS:
Watching James Cage walk across the stage to receive his college diploma while I was coaching at Lynn University. James lost both parents at age 5 and was raised in the projects of Nashville by his pastor and his aunt who was a drug dealer. James has faced more adversity in life than anyone I know, yet he was able to overcome his difficult circumstances, graduate from college on time, and lead our team to the NCAA Division II Final Four. WHAT SPORT(S) DID YOU PLAY IN HIGH SCHOOL?
Basketball, baseball and golf IN YOUR OPINION, WHO IS THE BEST PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE PLAYING RIGHT NOW?
Tiger Woods because he is the most dominant player of any sport that I have seen in my lifetime. NAME SOMETHING MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU:
I am the best ping pong player at Brebeuf.
BREBEUF JESUIT BYLINES / SPRING 2009
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