RED & GOLD: A Dons Tradition | Edition V, Fall 2024

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HONORING AMANDA POST ‘10 AND COACH DAN GEIGER

Cathedral Girls High School · University of San Diego High School · Cathedral Catholic High School

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP Kevin J. Calkins, Ph.D., P ’28, President Carolyn Sturz, Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth Tysor, Vice President of Enrollment Management

SCHOOL DEANS Kristine Bacich P ‘18 ‘20 ‘22 ‘25 ‘28, Dean of Mission & Ministry Christy Bailleul P ‘26 and Jeffrey McMurtry, Deans of Academics Ashley Bascom, Dean of Counseling and Wellness Charles Threatt III, Dean of Students

SCHOOL DIRECTORS Megan Burton, Ed.D., P ‘28, Director of Special Education Colette Cope and Noah Stevens P ‘24 ‘25, Directors of Athletics Matthew Cordes, Director of Enrollment Management John Paul De Vera, Director of Marketing and Branding Sean Doyle ‘80 P ’14 ‘17, Director of Football Operations Fa’asuka Falo P ’15 and Larry Rosa, Directors of Facilities Kathy Garcia P ’26 ‘28, Director of Educational Technology Joseph Horejs, Director of Service Learning Anne Pickard Majer ‘95, Director of Alumni Kathy McIntosh, Ed.D., ‘92 P ‘21 ‘24, Director of Student Life and Leadership Dustin Nies ‘96 P ‘27, Director of Technology Pamela Poe, Director of Communications Carlos Sanchez P ‘26, Director of Security and Emergency Management Corie Straub P ‘16 ‘17, Director of Special Events Margaret Wyatt, Director of Human Resources 2

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WE HAVE A NEW LOOK

We’ve run out of room in the Claver Center for our championship banners! With so many championship victories by the Dons, we had to reorganize our banners by sport. Last month, we auctioned off each banner with the proceeds benefiting athletic programs and scholarships for current and future Dons. Thank you to our generous bidders! Scan the QR code to see any available banners, and you, too, can own a piece of Dons history!

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From left to right : Tim Derenthal, Dawn Lee ’89, Sean Doyle ’80, Anne Pickard Majer ‘95 and Martin Correia ’87

A Message From the Director

DEAR DONS ALUMNI & FRIENDS,

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t is an honor to serve as your Director of Alumni.

As I step into this role, I am deeply appreciative of the legacy I have inherited. Reflecting on those who have come before me, I am reminded of the rich history and traditions that make our community so special.

During my time as a student, Martin Correia ’87 was leading the Office of Alumni, long before he became known as San Diego’s Favorite Son. I fondly remember assisting him with various tasks as a student, and I am proud to call him a friend and mentor today. Tim Derenthal P ‘09 ‘12 ‘16 ‘18, who held this position for several years, has been instrumental in many of the events and traditions we cherish. As he prepares to retire at the end of this school year after thirty-five years of service to the Dons as an administrator, teacher and coach, we will celebrate his legacy in more detail in the next issue.

When I first connected with the Dons Alumni Association, Coach Dawn Lee ’89 and Coach Sean Doyle ’80 P ‘14 ‘17 were co-directors. Under their leadership, Career Day flourished, and Dons social activities thrived.

More recently, Coach Doyle has led the Dons Alumni Association for the past decade. He played a crucial role in reconnecting alumni who felt distanced after the campus move and name change by hosting

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reunions on campus and continuing the traditions that make our school unique. His contributions are immeasurable. For decades, Coach Doyle has been the heart and soul of the Dons community, serving as an administrator, teacher and coach. His impact on our culture and family is unparalleled, and we are blessed to have him.

I am incredibly grateful for Coach Doyle’s wisdom, guidance, and, most importantly, his friendship, especially as I assume the role of Director of Alumni. As the newly appointed Director of Football Operations for the school, he continues to shape young men and women through the football program and beyond.

His deep care for our students is unmatched.

I feel fortunate to be part of this thriving community, and I am excited about the opportunities ahead to strengthen the Dons Alumni network. Whether it’s been a while since you’ve connected or you’re a regular, you are always welcome home. Your support means everything, and I look forward to continuing this journey with you.

Once a Don, Always a Don! Anne Pickard Majer ‘95 Director of Alumni

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SAVE THE DATE DEC 4

ALUMNI CHRISTMAS PARTY

2024

Join us in celebrating the Christmas season in The ZAK! More information to come.

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FEB 7 2025

34TH ANNUAL WINE & MICROBREW

Save the date for this year’s luau-themed event! More information to come on our website.

IN THIS ISSUE 8

FUEL THE RUN: HONORING AMANDA POST ‘10 AND COACH DAN GEIGER

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DONS ON THE ROAD: TEXAS

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THE STRATIS SISTERS AND THEIR SCOTTS

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THE LEGACY OF THE RICKLING FAMILY

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DEDICATED DONS: SPOTLIGHTING OUR OLDEST AND YOUNGEST DONS ALUMNI EMPLOYEES

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JOIN THE MATCH: A MILLION DOLLARS, ONE BIG GOAL

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DONS ALUMNI REUNIONS

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IN MEMORIAM

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DONS ALUMNI BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

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ACADEMY OF DISTINGUISHED DONS CLASS OF 2025

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Red&Gold Editors Anne Pickard Majer ‘95, Director of Alumni Sophie (Lillis) Yaeger Creative Director Sophie (Lillis) Yaeger Writers Kevin J. Calkins, Ph.D., President Ava Enriquez ‘22 Anne Pickard Majer ‘95 Alexandria “Xani” Peña ‘24 Greg and Missy Post Sophie (Lillis) Yaeger Copy Editor Sophie (Lillis) Yaeger Contributors John Paul De Vera, Director of Marketing and Branding Sean Doyle, Director of Football Operations Elsa Jones P ‘18 ‘20 ‘26, Database Coordinator Pamela Poe, Director of Communications Mark Van Brussel Printing Acacia Print Group, Inc. Change of address Please email your change of address to alumni@cathedralcatholic.org.

Stay Connected www.facebook.com/donsalumni www.instagram.com/donsalumni www.linkedin.com/company/donsalumni www.donsalumni.org Interested in Writing a Story?

Please contact Anne Pickard Majer ‘95 at amajer@cathedralcatholic.org.

FR. MIKE SCHMITZ VISITS CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC Our Dons community was blessed to have Fr. Mike Schmitz visit campus in September for a day full of faith, fellowship and Dons Football! Scan the QR code to watch his inspiring speech.

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From left to right : Mario

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Fierro ‘02, Amanda Post ‘10 and Dan Geiger

T HONORING AMANDA POST ‘10 Honoring Amanda AND Post COACH DAN GEIGER ‘10 and Coach

Dan Geiger

he cross country and track & field programs at Cathedral Catholic have a unique, strong sense of community. Much of the credit for this rests with Coach Dan Geiger, who, through his over twenty-five years of experience as head coach, knows exactly how to unlock the potential of each of his athletes. He has made such a positive impact on the running program as he deeply cares for each and every one of his athletes not only on their journey as runners but also as individuals. This success is due to a special combination of constant motivation, belief in the team and a carefully calculated training regimen.

Coach Geiger kicks off each season with a high-altitude training camp in Big Bear where the athletes receive an opportunity to improve their endurance all while bonding with the new team members.

Just this past year, coming off a huge state championship win in the cross country season, Coach Geiger knew the team was capable and ready for more. He advocated for the girl’s 4x800 relay team to travel to the University of Pennsylvania to receive a once-ina-lifetime opportunity to compete against the best athletes from all over the world at Penn Relays. The team would never have been able to reach this accomplishment without his guidance and support.

Coach Geiger truly emphasizes the importance of community and, through various team bonding activities after practices or meets, helps to develop a strong team cohesion. This sense of community helps to foster an environment of discipline, hard work and

perseverance, which are key to the success of any team.

Coach Geiger speaks very fondly of one of his athletes in particular, Amanda Post ‘10. Amanda was an extremely talented runner who excelled spectacularly in the 800m. Her dedication and commitment, coupled with her zest for running, were fundamental to the energy of the team. Her great success within cross country and track opened up the doors for a collegiate career as she was awarded a scholarship to run at Cal Poly SLO after graduating from Cathedral Catholic. Unfortunately, she never received this opportunity as just weeks before she was to start her freshman year, she and her teammate, Natalie Nield ‘10, passed in a tragic rollover crash.

This incident was horrific, deeply devastating her parents, Greg and Missy Post, and her siblings, along with the whole Cathedral Catholic community which valued her so dearly. Instead of letting this incident destroy them, Greg and Missy decided to honor her memory and the beautiful life she lived.

They created the Amanda Post Foundation to provide multi-year scholarships to outstanding female collegiate runners competing for their university’s NCAA track and/or cross country teams. To date, 82 scholarships have been awarded. Now, Mr. and Mrs. Post are working to honor her legacy and Coach Geiger’s within the Dons community.

Alexandria “Xani” Peña ‘24

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WITH PROFOUND GRATITUDE FROM THE POST FAMILY Dear Friends, Amanda Paige Post graduated from Cathedral Catholic High School in June 2010.

Amanda loved Cathedral Catholic. It was at Cathedral Catholic that we saw Amanda strike a remarkable balance between determination, focus, selfdemand for excellence and her sheer joy in everything she endeavored to do. It was at Cathedral Catholic that we witnessed Amanda’s faith and devotion to God grow ten-fold. It was at Cathedral Catholic that Amanda began running during her sophomore year under the skillful guidance of Coach Dan Geiger.

It was at Cathedral Catholic where we saw the blossoming of Amanda’s absolute passion for running, her signature race being the girls 800 meter, and she truly excelled at it— winning gold medals at the CIF Finals in her senior year in the girls 800 meter, as well as running as the anchor for Cathedral Catholic’s girls 4x400 meter relay team—and then going on to run in the girls 800 meter at the state championships in Fresno.

Amanda was so excited about starting college and running for Cal Poly SLO on a track scholarship, but her dreams never came to pass. On August 9, 2010, we received the call that all parents dread above all others—the call

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informing us that on the return trip from a high-altitude Olympic training camp at Mammoth Mountain, our beloved daughter, Amanda, had perished in a terrible multi-car accident just south of Bishop, CA, along with her trainer, John Adams, and her Cathedral Catholic teammate, Natalie Nield ‘10.

Amanda’s assistant trainer, Drew Delis, and Amanda’s boyfriend, Derek Thomas ‘10, both survived but were in extremely critical condition for many months. God’s grace answered the prayers of thousands of people throughout the nation by providing both Drew and Derek with the skillful talents of some of the finest doctors in the country to enable them to recover and go forth to lead very productive lives.

On that fateful day, as our family drove those tortuous hours to Bishop, Missy turned to all of us in the car and said, “We all have a choice to make here and now. We can either let Amanda’s passing destroy our lives and our family, or we can choose to do everything in our power to live our lives honoring Amanda’s memory and legacy.”

So, fourteen years ago, we created the Amanda Post Foundation to honor

the memory and legacy of Amanda by raising funds to provide multi-year track and cross country scholarships to outstanding female collegiate runners well into the foreseeable future.

The Post family also looked to the future knowing that someday we wanted to do something special and lasting with Cathedral Catholic to honor Amanda —this incredible girl who captured elegance and grace, adventure and unbridled energy, determination and true grit, mischief and laughter, all bundled up in radiating joy!

Now, fourteen years later, that “someday” is today. The Post family is so excited to be working jointly with Cathedral Catholic in the awesome “Fuel the Run” fundraising campaign culminating in naming Cathedral Catholic’s track the “Amanda Post Track” in perpetuity, creating a new Coach Dan Geiger Annual Scholarship and generating funds to support the school’s cross country and track & field programs.

With profound gratitude, Greg and Missy Post

From left to right : Amanda’s dad, Greg, her sister, Hilary (Post) Lawther, Amanda and her mom, Missy

Amanda with her teammate, the late Natalie Nield ‘10

The girls varsity track & field team celebrates winning the team championship at the 2010 CIF-SS Finals

Amanda with her boyfriend, Derek Thomas ‘10, at graduation

Amanda runs in the girls 800 meter The 2010 girls varsity track & field team with the late Coach Mario Fierro ‘02

at the CIF-SS Finals her senior year

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Dear Friends, Cathedral Catholic is excited to join Greg and Missy Post in the Fuel the Run Campaign to honor their late daughter, Amanda Post ‘10, and long-time math teacher and cross country and track & field head coach, Dan Geiger. The $500,000 Fuel the Run Campaign has three areas of focus: 1. Naming the school’s track the “Amanda Post Track” 2. Establishing the Dan Geiger Scholarship 3. Starting an endowment to ensure the financial support of the school’s cross country and track & field programs Due to the generosity of the Post family, as well as friends and supporters of the Amanda Post Foundation, Dan Geiger and Cathedral Catholic High School, we have raised 50% of our goal for the Fuel the Run Campaign.

The Post family’s financial commitment to honor their daughter’s legacy at Cathedral Catholic and their dedication to start a scholarship in Dan Geiger’s name and to endow the programs he has established over his more than thirty years of coaching at Cathedral Catholic are inspirational. Dan Geiger’s legacy at Cathedral Catholic and his devotion to the Dons, both in and out of the classroom, is well established and worthy of praise and recognition.

Please join us at Cathedral Catholic in supporting the Fuel the Run Campaign by making a gift to support the Amanda Post Track, the Dan Geiger Scholarship and/or the endowment for cross country and track & field.

Roll Dons, Kevin J. Calkins, Ph.D. President

Scan the QR code to view the Fuel the Run Campaign video and to learn more.

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Scan the QR code or visit www. cathedralcatholic.org/ makeagift to support.

DONS ON THE ROAD

TEXAS!

Fort Worth

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Dallas

Monday, April 14, 2025

Austin

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Houston

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Join us for happy hour in the Lone Star State

next spring! Anne Pickard Majer ‘95, Director of

Alumni, Coach Sean Doyle ‘80, Director of Football

Operations, along with Dr. Kevin Calkins, President, would love to catch up with you.

Scan the QR code

and fill out the form to receive more information.

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THE STRATIS SISTERS AND THEIR SCOTTS

By Sophie (Lillis) Yaeger

From left to right : Scott ‘85 and Nicol (Stratis) ‘88 Marshall and Stephanie (Stratis) ‘90 and Scott ‘91 Wahl

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hen two sisters, Nicol ‘88 and Stephanie ‘90 Stratis, attended University of San Diego High School (UNI) in the 1980s, little did they know they would marry fellow Dons, each named Scott. Nicol and Stephanie’s future husbands, Scott Marshall ‘85 and Scott Wahl ‘91, likewise could not have foreseen being brothers-in-law sharing the same first name and same high school alma mater. This ultimately led to the Stratis, Marshall and Wahl families nurturing and enjoying lifelong, multi-generational connections to the Dons family.

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NICOL AND SCOTT Nicol ‘88, a graduate of Nazareth School, was the first Stratis family member to enter UNI as a freshman in 1984. Nicol’s parents valued Catholic education, and UNI was her top choice over other available schools. The ripple effect of Nicol’s decision was impressive. Not only did her younger sisters, Stephanie ’90 and Jennifer ’92, follow in her footsteps to UNI, but Nicol’s and Stephanie’s children attended Cathedral Catholic as well.

Nicol loved being a Don and was on the Homecoming Court in 1987.

Nicol’s future husband, Scott Marshall ‘85, a St. James Academy graduate, entered UNI as a freshman in 1981, the year his older sister, Holly (Marshall) Caouette ’81, graduated from UNI. For Scott, UNI was “a strong cornerstone to our family that has created so many wonderful memories, great friendships and a focus on our faith.”

Scott dove into high school life and the Dons community, juggling his time between classes and three sports— football, basketball and baseball, which he played all four years—and participating in Fr. Leo Lanphier’s Thespians drama group. Many in the UNI community had a lasting impact on Scott’s life, including Margaret Mauro, Steve Jacobacci, Jack Rubidou, Steve Altamirano, Fr. Lanphier and, of course, Coaches Dan Ritter, Zach Peck and Dick Serrano. Nicol and Scott overlapped one year at UNI but possibly didn’t connect because, as Scott likes to joke, Nicol “didn’t like football players at that time.”

After graduating from UNI, Scott went to USC, but by his junior year he decided to return to San Diego and finish his studies at USD. Spring of his senior year he met Nicol, a USD freshman and Liberal Studies major who planned to become an elementary school teacher. The two were on a boat in

Nicol (Stratis) ‘88 and Scott ‘85 Marshall celebrate their marriage with fellow Dons

Lake Havasu on a spring break trip of UNI graduates who were at USD and hit it off—Nicol fell in love with Captain Scott. They began dating that same spring of 1989 and were married March 20, 1993, at The Immaculata Catholic Church with many Dons attending.

Scott says, “In every way, UNI has shaped our faith and values. Knowing that my future wife was exposed to the same morals and beliefs as me was the most important reason we married.”

STEPHANIE AND SCOTT After graduating from Nazareth School in 1986, Stephanie Stratis ‘90 followed in her older sister’s footsteps and began high school at UNI. She recalls that off-campus PE was a blast and that she loved Mr. A’s ceramics class and Mr. Hamamoto’s typing class.

Stephanie would have enjoyed taking classes such as forensics that are now offered to Dons at Cathedral Catholic.

Scott Wahl ‘91 entered UNI a year after his wife-to-be. Scott was the first Wahl family member to become a Don. His brother, Erik Wegner-Lonning ‘00, was bound for UNI a few years later. Scott recalls, “I was drawn to UNI because of the sports programs, the good

Scott Marshall ‘85

education, the family atmosphere and the focus on faith development.” An alumnus of School of the Madeleine, Scott was eager to continue his faith formation during high school. UNI clearly fulfilled Scott’s wish. “Faith is a part of everyday life as a Don, which is what makes the experience at UNI [now Cathedral Catholic] so unique,” he says. He credits UNI with instilling in him the importance of giving back to others and living a life of service. Like his future brother-in-law, this Scott also played football, which proved to be pivotal in his young adult life and beyond: “The life lessons and skills I learned playing football at UNI under FALL 2024

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Coach Sean Doyle ‘80 have translated into how I approach my career to this day. I still train, practice, mentally prepare and review after an incident or event looking for ways to improve. I even use this process during planning meetings or for special projects. It’s a tried and true system that works. I put my heart into everything I do. Nothing is half-way.”

Stephanie and Scott met in 1988, during her junior year and his sophomore year. They recall having a class together, though neither can remember which class it was. They shared a connection as both of their families spent time in Borrego Springs.

Stephanie and Scott followed different paths after UNI. After a few years at junior college and working as an EMT, Stephanie left San Diego to attend the University of Arizona before transferring to the nursing school at Mount St. Mary’s College (now Mount St. Mary’s University) in Los Angeles.

Scott remained in San Diego and studied criminal justice at SDSU. Despite their distance from each other, they maintained their friendship.

After college in the late 1990s, when Stephanie began her nursing career at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Scott joined the San Diego Police Department, they started dating.

Scott liked Stephanie in high school and college and says the timing was finally right as they were starting their careers. They married on September 2, 2000, at St. Mary Madeleine Church with many Dons present. Scott had even invited Coach Doyle whom Scott considers “arguably one of the most influential people in my life.”

NICOL & SCOTT MARSHALL | STEPHANIE & SCOTT WAHL

Scott Wahl ‘91 signs yearbook of his future wife, Stephanie ‘90

Both married couples have made their homes in San Diego. Nicol teaches kindergarten at Del Sur Elementary School, and her husband Scott’s

continuing love of sports is evident from his 35-year career in sports leadership and management, notably as Chief Hospitality Officer for the San Diego Padres and most recently as CEO and Co-Founder of Liquid Sportsgroup.

Stephanie has spent her last 22+ years as a registered nurse in labor and delivery at Palomar Health, while husband Scott, after 26 years in law enforcement, achieved his dream of becoming Chief of the San Diego Police Department this past summer.

THE DONS PULL Over the years, Nicol and Scott Marshall and Stephanie and Scott Wahl have remained connected to their Dons family. Both couples enjoy participating in alumni groups, volunteering, attending sports events, fundraising and keeping in touch with high school friends. Stephanie has loved helping plan some of her class’s reunions because “reconnecting with old classmates is always a good time.”

The Wahls are grateful for Coach Doyle’s continuing friendship. “He genuinely remains connected, asks about our children and what they’re up to, and no matter how busy he is, he always has time for us!”

THE STRATIS-MARSHALL-WAHL FAMILY LEGACIES Both couples feel blessed staying connected to Cathedral Catholic High School as parents of Dons. Between them, the Marshalls and Wahls have sent seven children to Cathedral Catholic.

Stephanie (Stratis) ‘90 and Scott ‘91 Wahl with fellow Dons at their wedding

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Because of UNI’s impact on their own lives, Nicol and Scott’s top priority was to raise their family in San Diego so their daughters, Taylor, Madison and Riley, could attend Cathedral Catholic.

“It was a non-negotiable that our girls would be Dons,” says Scott. Their oldest, Taylor ‘12 was involved in Associated Student Body (ASB) and started the first Portuguese Club at Cathedral Catholic. She went on to study Psychology at USD and now lives in Nashville, TN. Madison ’14 played field hockey as a Don and went to Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN, where she met her husband, Dr. Jonah Friedrich.

They now live in Boise, ID, with their soon-to-be one-yearold daughter, Marlowe, and Madison works as a Client Executive at Headspace. Riley ’15 played soccer for Coach Dawn Lee ‘89 and also played in college at UC Davis. There she met her husband, Nick Valverde. They are loving life in Temecula with their one-and-a-half-year-old twins, Lucia and Joseph James “JJ,” and are excited to welcome baby girl Valverde in February 2025.

One year after the Marshall’s youngest girl graduated from Cathedral Catholic, the Wahl’s oldest boy, Trevor, became the first of four to join the Dons family, followed by Lauren, Brady and Avery. As a Don, Trevor ‘20 was on the football, soccer and rugby teams. After high school graduation, he attended University of Oklahoma (OU). Trevor was a midshipman in Navy ROTC and, like his dad, studied criminology. He is currently a Naval Surface Warfare Officer stationed in Pearl Harbor. Lauren ‘21 enjoyed being a part of the cheer team all four years and being an Options Program Peer Mentor. She is in her senior year at TCU studying speech pathology. Brady ’24 played football and lacrosse for the Dons and then followed in his brother’s footsteps at OU as a midshipman in Navy ROTC; he is studying communications.

Avery ’26 is in her junior year at Cathedral Catholic. She has played field hockey for the past three years and is involved on campus in ASB, the Options Peer Mentor Program and the Autism Awareness Club that she started on campus last year. Like her mom, she hopes to study nursing in college.

With Avery the last of the Marshall-Wahl children at Cathedral Catholic, Nicol and her Scott and Stephanie and her Scott hope and pray for yet another generation of Dons students. Scott Marshall jokes that when young men asked for his daughters’ hands in marriage, he stipulated as part of the marriage contract that all future offspring were to attend Cathedral Catholic High School, and “they agreed!” If Scott’s wishes come true, the Marshalls will have three grandchildren, Lucia Valverde, JJ Valverde and Marlowe Friedrich, in the Class of 2042, one soon-to-beborn grandchild in the Class of 2043… and maybe more!

The Wahls likewise look forward to having grandchildren become Dons. When that day comes, Scott hopes that “Coach Doyle is still there too!”

Future Dons JJ and Lucia Valverde, Class of 2042

From left to right: Scott ‘85, Taylor ‘12, Fr, Martin Latiff, MC, Riley ‘15, Madison ‘14 and Nicol ‘88

Future Don Marlowe Friedrich, Class of 2042

From left to right: Lauren ‘21, Brady ‘24, Scott ‘91, Trevor ‘20, Stephanie ‘90 and Avery ‘26

Dons Alumni support Scott Wahl ‘91 at his swearing-in ceremony as San Diego Chief of Police this summer

The Marshall family at Riley ‘15 and Nick’s wedding

The Wahl family

In the meantime, the Stratis sisters and their Scotts can still be found back at their alma mater, as much a part of the community as when they were students. Scott Wahl feels the Dons spirit from UNI is very much alive at Cathedral Catholic: “I love the atmosphere that has been created at Cathedral Catholic. There’s no better place to be on a Friday night before a football game than The ZAK.” Once a Don, Always a Don! FALL 2024

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The Ricklings celebrate Rosemary’s 90th birthday in Las Vegas in 2022

THE LEGACY OF

THE RICKLING FAMILY

By Ava Enriquez ‘22, Providence College Class of 2026

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community. Many reasons might explain why the Dons are so tight-knit: the shared Catholic faith, the amazing school spirit and the smaller student

population. Among the most prominent causes is the legacy families. These legacy

families include UNI and Cathedral Girls High School graduates who, after forging their paths in the world, sent their children to our beloved school to become Dons. There are

countless legacy families in the Dons community; in the Class of 2024 alone there were thirty-five legacy graduates. One such legacy family is the Ricklings.

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FAMILY HISTORY Marvin and Jim Rickling were three years apart in age. The brothers grew

of the Ricklings has compelling stories

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after high school.

staying disciplined and focused on

about his or her time at UNI and life

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brother, Jack (Jim’s twin); they were all

very close. Years later, Marvin and Jim

and taught him the importance of

John also remembers the tight-knit

graduated from the University of Notre

community at UNI: “There was a lot

Navy ROTC, the former in 1953 and the

students,” said John. “In fact, I stay

Dame with a degree in business and

of camaraderie between all of the

latter in 1956.

close with quite a few people that

Following graduation, Marvin, the elder

though I don’t see them as often. I

and was stationed in San Diego before

camaraderie with everybody who was

service, he married Rosemary Geyer in

a wonderful time catching up with old

and had five children who all attended

this fall.

Gary ‘79 (who married fellow Don Beth

Following high school, John graduated

was very happy with UNI,” says Tom,

He worked in the food and beverage

I was close with in high school, even

brother, commissioned in the Navy

loved the sense of family, the sense of

his service in the Korean War. After his

down to earth and genuine.” He had

1955. The couple settled in San Diego

classmates at his fifty-year reunion

UNI: John ‘74, Marian ‘75, Brian ‘78,

from LMU with a degree in business.

McFarlin ‘80) and Tom ‘85. “My dad Marvin’s youngest son. Marvin was truly an honorary Don in his enthusiasm

for the school and influence on other

young people to choose UNI as their high school, including Mike Costa ‘83.

Jim Rickling, the younger brother,

married Edna Mae Kollstedt in 1956.

He followed in his brother’s footsteps

and also commissioned in the Navy

after graduating from Notre Dame. He, too, was stationed in San Diego, where

It began when Marvin’s eldest son, John Rickling ‘74, was given the freedom to

choose where he went to high school.

Through his sixth grade year, John, and his siblings, attended St. John the Evangelist School. The Ricklings

because many of the people he grew up with were also going there.

“Predominantly a lot of it had to do

the Catholic faith. Though the two

brothers did not attend UNI, all nine of their children did. The result was a strong Rickling presence in the Dons

community that continued with their grandchildren: Leila ‘07, Noah ‘09 and Mara ‘11 Rickling and Thad ‘06 and

Jastin ‘08 Mostowtt. Moreover, the bond

that the Ricklings share is an example

of the familial Dons community. Each

KAREN RICKLING JORGENSEN ‘77

choose a high school, John chose UNI

Colleen ‘76, Karen ‘77 and Vince ‘79.

and raised their families strong in

his wife, Lera.

Parish School. When it came time to

“There are a lot of great memories

Both Marvin and Jim remained close

now retired and lives in Maryland with

then attended Blessed Sacrament

he and Edna raised four children who joined their cousins at UNI: Mike ‘75,

industry for over fifty years. John is

from

high

school,”

said

John.

with athletics.” John played football and soccer. As an offensive lineman,

he played football for Coach Dan Ramos, who he called “Pineapple Pete.”

Outside

of

athletics,

John

recalls that many people impacted

him academically. “There were a lot

of teachers there, a lot of sisters and brothers, who were very influential in

Karen is the daughter of Jim Rickling

Sister Roberts, a science and biology

attended Holy Family School before

life as a high schooler. John shares

Mike ‘75 and Colleen ‘76, attended UNI

my life.” John especially remembers

and John’s cousin. She and her siblings

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and she followed suit. “There were four

Brian,

being the oldest, went there first,” said

Notre Dame, where he earned a

kids in my family, and my brother, Mike,

Karen. “There was never a question of

preservation

Noah ‘09 and Mara ‘11, attended UNI and Cathedral Catholic.

Karen was on the badminton team

TOM RICKLING ‘85

her senior year. “I had a lot of fun,

and I really wish I had done it all four

which

were

take during breaks. They took place

on and off campus. “The mini-courses were really fun,” said Karen. “They had

everything from skiing to hiking.” She

took the quilting, sailing and hiking courses.

After graduating from UNI, Karen went to junior college, then transferred

to San Diego State University, where she studied art with an emphasis on

interior design. She married Kevin Jorgensen ‘77, also a Dons alumnus, who graduated from Cal Poly with a

degree in architecture. They raised two daughters together. Today, Karen

lives in San Diego and is an interior designer.

BRIAN RICKLING ‘78 Brian is Marvin’s third child. He attended UNI because his older siblings and

cousins were there. “My whole family

was UNI-oriented,” Brian said. “I was already involved with UNI, going to

watch my brother play [sports] and 20

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He

his three younger children, Lelia ‘07,

seeing people on a personal level.”

UNI,

Diego.

son, Timmins, went to St. Augustine,

and charitable towards others and

at

San

four children. While Brian’s oldest

on a good track for being passionate

optional classes that students could

in

married Jetsy Totten, and they had

“Being brought up Catholic keeps you

mini-courses

and

a company that focuses on historic

on helping her grow as a person.

Furthermore, Karen remembers taking

father

Heritage Architecture and Planning,

with its Catholic values, had an impact

UNI.

his

is a licensed architect and runs

She shared how her experience at UNI,

gymnastics club during her time at

to

degree in architecture. Today, he

where we were going to go to school.”

years.” She also participated in the

similar

uncle, attended the University of

my sister do different things at school.

I was already there.”

During his time at UNI, Brian was

involved in a variety of extracurriculars

with his peers. “Our Class of ‘78 was a tight-knit group, and there were a

lot of us that were super active and involved in school and in things after

school.” He remembers being in the

honors programs, working plays, being on the yearbook committee and, like

his brother, John, playing football and soccer. He specifically remembers making a homecoming class float with a friend, Tim Hughes, at the president’s

house on the campus of University of

By the time Tom got to high school, it

mechanical Don that would be at

UNI. “I really didn’t have a choice but

San Diego. Brian also recalls the giant games.

A fun memory Brian recollects from high school is “Surfer’s Wall” on the west end of the UNI campus. “From

that wall, you could see down to

Ocean Beach, and when the surf was big enough, you could see it,”

was inevitable that he would attend to go to UNI because my four older siblings and my four cousins all went there,” shares Tom. “I knew I was going there, and I was happy to carry on the

tradition.” He remembers being on

campus with his siblings for athletic events before high school.

Brian shared. “There was always a

Tom was on the football and track &

Vince, would show up early in the

with his peers. “My favorite memories

rumor that my two cousins, Mike and morning. If you could see the waves

they probably missed their first- and second-period classes.”

field teams. He was also very close are beating Saints all four years in

football and all the fun and crazy times

my friends and I had,” said Tom. Today,

he and his classmates see each other several times a year.

Following his time at UNI, Tom went to the University of California, Santa

Barbara, where he studied business and

instilled in me and just how to be a

All of the Ricklings had a unique

are lessons from UNI that remain with

but one of the most prominent parts

good and productive human being” Tom today.

experience when they attended UNI,

of high school they remember is the

times they spent with their peers;

COMMUNITY BECOMES FAMILY

they remember the people that they

Before

Being the oldest, John’s decision to

to old friends to remembering life

Cathedral Catholic, he worked in the

lives of his siblings and cousins. He

San Diego and Las Vegas.

that lasted multiple generations. “It’s

Tom is now in his twentieth year of

to the University of San Diego High

economics. He went on to get a master’s

degree in secondary education from Northern

Arizona

University.

at

attend UNI had a great impact on the

hospitality industry for fifteen years in

began a legacy in the Dons community

beginning

his

teaching

career

teaching and coaching at Cathedral

Catholic. His time at UNI had a big impact on who—and where—he is today. “Seeing that I now teach and

coach at Cathedral, I would say that

my time at UNI was very important to me in that it inspired me to come back

and be a part of the Dons experience from the other side of things,” shares

Tom. “The moral compass that was

grew up with and remain in contact

with today. Through their connection lessons they learned in high school, the Ricklings carry on the Dons spirit with them.

a big part of our family. We all went

The

School. We were all Dons, all five of

experiences as children, at UNI and

us—not to mention my [four] cousins who all went there. We were all part of

the community, and we always went

back to see games,” says John. From teaching at Cathedral Catholic to

attending class reunions to choosing

to enroll their children as Dons, the Ricklings have remained connected to the Dons community.

by

Ricklings

blood

and

are

by

connected

their

shared

beyond. Their closeness as a family is a testament not only to the strong

bond that Marvin and Jim shared but also represents the tight-knit

Dons community as a whole. While

the Rickling family legacy continues

on in the lives of its descendants, it will also remain in the history of the Dons.

From left to right: brothers Jim, Marvin and Jack represent their high school band in Hamilton, Ohio

From left to right: John ‘74, Brian ‘78,

From left to right: Gary ‘79, Tom ‘85 and John ‘74

Tom ‘85 Gary ‘79 and Marvin

at Homecoming this year

From left to right: Marvin, Tom ‘85 and John ‘74 From left to right: Vince ‘79, Colleen ‘76, Jim, Edna Mae, Mike ‘75 and Karen ‘77

From left to right: Tom ‘85, Brian ‘78, Rosemary, John ‘74, Marian ‘75 and Gary ‘79 Tom ‘85 and John ‘74

John ‘74 and Tom ‘85

From left to right: Darryl Mostowtt (Marian’s husband), Marian ‘75, Tom ‘85, John ‘74, Brian ‘78 and Gary ‘79

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DEDICATED DONS

Spotlighting Our Oldest and Youngest Dons Alumni Employees SEAN DOYLE ‘80 Director of Football Operations

What does a typical day look like for you in your new role?

I spend time each day prepping for practice, contacting alumni to help support the Dons Football program and tracking the 200+ players.

What are you most proud of from your time as a student at UNI? I loved being part of the football, basketball and baseball teams here and just being a part of the community.

What is one of your funniest memories from your time as a student?

During spirit week we would have fun competitions. One of the days was dress up as your favorite sport. It was a tradition back then that a small group of senior football players would dress up as cheerleaders and the cheerleaders like football players. I remember walking into class with a teammate with full cheerleading attire and the class erupted. Girls were trying to do our hair for us. It was fun. The teacher was Mr. Piccolomini, and he loved it also.

As a student, did you think you would end up working at the school? What brought you back to work in the Dons community?

Never. I was 23 and was married. My wife, Michelle, and I had moved back to San Diego, and I was taking classes at SDSU and Mesa College. On my way to the Mesa College classes I knew practice would be happening at UNI. I had a little time to waste, so I stopped by. There were only two coaches on the field for the freshman team. I called the head coach, Ron Hamamoto, and he hired me as an assistant. The next year I moved to JV/varsity, and then my third year I moved on to varsity. I loved it. I finished my credential and started working full time. The rest, as they say, is history.

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What person, course or experience most influenced you while at UNI? Coach Ramos (football) and Coach Casciato (football and baseball)—I loved the way they both approached coaching, the standards they held us to and the drive they instilled in us.

Mr. Dave Gorsich, my physics teacher, spent a reasonable amount of class time just talking about life, doing the right thing, singing songs, etc. but was an incredible teacher. When I took physics in college it was so easy because of him. I felt like he cared about us more than just a grade.

What is your favorite part of being a member of the Dons family?

COMMUNITY. From the days I was a student here to today, community has been such a focus. It is something we need to continue to focus on because it is what makes us different. To be a faith community makes it even better.

What do you like to do during your time off work?

I like doing things around the house, hiking with my wife and, now that my children live away, going to visit them. I also like camping.

What is your favorite movie?

Good Will Hunting, Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump What is your favorite food?

I love all food, but if I had to choose one it would probably be sushi.

Anything else you want to share about your time as a student or now as an employee?

This is a great place. I just hope to leave a small piece of positivity and make a difference on my blip in the history of the Dons.

What nicknames do people have for you in your role?

“Warmest Welcomer” and “Chief Smile Giver” What are you most proud of from your time as a student at CCHS? I am most proud of being asked to share a talk at the Junior Retreat when I was a senior.

What were your favorite classes at CCHS? Freshman Religion with Ms. Gustafson, Biology with Mr. Montali and English with Ms. Layana What sports and clubs were you involved in when you were a student?

Cross country, water polo, swim, drama, ASB, Ambassador for Christ Corps and Campus Ministry As a student, did you think you would end up working at the school?

When I was in high school, I hoped I would get the chance to work here. I like the community and the values.

What person most influenced you while at CCHS? Ms. Gustafson because she was always so happy, positive and faithful.

What is your favorite part of being a member of the Dons family?

The community. There are so many ways to get involved—Masses, retreats, shows, dances, games...everything!!

What do you like to do during your time off work?

I like to shop, and I love going to the beach with my friends, spending time with my family, traveling, going out to eat and spending time with my dogs, Millie and Daisy.

What is your favorite movie?

High School Musical What is your favorite food?

Sushi or penne a la vodka with shrimp.

I also love broccoli.

What is your favorite local San Diego restaurant?

Amalfi in Pacific Highlands Ranch What is your favorite way to stay active?

Zumba, going on walks and swimming Anything else you want to share about your time as a student or now as an employee?

I love it here and I love the people! This is my dream job.

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A MIL LION DOL L ARS , ON E BIG G O AL

T

he Lebherz Family Foundation Scholarship assists Nativity Prep Academy students who desire to attend Cathedral Catholic High School. Nativity Prep Academy supports economically disadvantaged students from 6th grade through college. This particular scholarship funds a full year’s tuition for students to attend Cathedral Catholic. The funds allocated for their high school years will go back to Nativity Prep to help them expand their reach, plus the tuition each family pays will also support Nativity Prep, not Cathedral Catholic.

Funds will be endowed to ensure the longevity of this scholarship.

One hundred percent of the Nativity Prep students who have attended Cathedral Catholic High School matriculate to a four-year university and feel academically, emotionally and spiritually prepared by Cathedral Catholic.

Phil Lebherz ‘71 has pledged $250,000 a year for four years as long as the gift is matched each year. Through your support, we have reached the halfway mark of our million-dollar matching gift! This puts us on track to endow the Lebherz Family Foundation Scholarship with over $2 million.

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Denise Picazo, a proud Nativity Prep graduate from the Class of 2016 and Cathedral Catholic alumna from the Class of 2020, earned her degree from the University of San Diego in 2024. She is now pursuing a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Alliant International University.

Denise’s interest in psychology was sparked at Cathedral Catholic by her teacher, Mr. Caro. “He ignited my passion for psychology, and now I’m working toward my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology,” she reflects, crediting him with inspiring her career path.

During her time at USD, Denise had the opportunity to study abroad in Barcelona, where she deepened her connection to her own culture and gained a greater appreciation for the diversity of cultures on campus.

Denise Picazo

Nativity Prep Class of 2016 Cathedral Catholic Class of 2020 University of San Diego Class of 2024

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS Doug Abts ‘91

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Joseph Amaral ‘69 Robert Beckman ‘65 Andrew Bitterlin ‘05

Steven Boudreau ‘69 Rick Carusa

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Dickinson Foundation

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K.T. Charitable Organization, Inc. Philip Lebherz ‘71

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To make a gift, scan the QR code below or visit www.cathedralcatholic.org/makeagift and select “Lebherz Family Foundation Scholarship” in the drop-down menu. Make your gift go further with an employer match!

If you would like more information or have any questions, please reach out to Anne Pickard Majer ‘95 at amajer@cathedralcatholic.org. Thank you for helping develop faith-filled students into global citizens.

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Dons Alumni

REUNIONS What a joy it was to have our Dons back home for reunions this summer and fall in our beautiful venue, The ZAK! We are glad so many of you could make it and hope you know that you always have a home here. Thank you to John Knudsen ‘76 for capturing the lively Dons spirit during the reunion celebrations through these cherished photos. We can’t wait to see you at your next reunion, and in the meantime, we hope you join us on campus to cheer on the Dons or at one of our social events.

Our Dons family is what makes this school so special. Once a Don, Always a Don!

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DONS ALUMNI REUNIONS 2025 Mark your calendars for the 2025 reunion dates! The Dons Alumni Office is here to support class reunions by handling all event details, and the dedicated reunion committees play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each gathering.

If you’re interested in playing a part in organizing your upcoming reunion or have any inquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact the Office of Alumni by emailing alumni@cathedralcatholic.org. We are excited to reunite with you and make your reunion unforgettable!

We look forward to hosting your class reunions at The ZAK! SAVE THE DATE Cl ass of 2015: Saturday, June 14

Cl ass of 1995: Saturday, July 19

Cl ass of 2005: Saturday, June 28

Cl ass of 1985: Saturday, July 26

Cl ass of 1975 & 1965: Homecoming Weekend For reunion details, please scan the QR code below or visit www.cathe dralcatholic.org/alumni/reunions.

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MEMORIAM

Eternal rest grant upon them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. St. Joseph, our patron, pray for us.

Mark Vatimmo ‘62

Thomas Nations ‘63

Chris White ‘63

Robert “Bobby” Carmel ‘64

Agnes (Eagen) Laband ‘65

Ann Jackson-Avery ‘71

Joseph Bennett ‘72

Paul Duhamel ‘74

Alan Hanning ‘74

Karen Horn ‘74

Dr. Christopher Latham ‘74

Tom Szczotka ‘74

Gilbert Preciado ‘76

Paul Barker ‘84

Christine Gushue ‘85

Joanne (Duthie) Knowles ‘85

Chris Ghan ‘87

Andrew Reed ‘93

Sarah Love Mother of Katie ‘07

Joyce Bautista Mother of Mia ‘20 and Ava ‘22

Do you know a Don who has passed?

If one of our beloved Dons has passed away in the last year, we would love

to honor them in the next edition of RED&GOLD Magazine. Please let us know by scanning the QR code and completing the form.

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Dons Alumni

BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Kris Saenz Real Estate, Inc. Kris Saenz ‘96

3 Degrees Entertainment Lauren Haber-Mannella ‘93

Kris Saenz Real Estate, Inc. is a full-service real estate brokerage based in Encinitas, CA. Kris works real estate deals all over San Diego County and has taken deals in Los Angeles and Orange County. He founded the company in February 2017 and is a solo broker. Kris is experienced in luxury real estate, residential real estate, commercial multifamily, REOs, short sales, foreclosures, default loan servicing—you name it!

3 Degrees Entertainment is more than just a full-service entertainment company—they are storytellers with the power to connect, create and captivate. Leveraging their unique industry networks, they bring impactful stories to life with precision and passion. With four founding partners—three alumni from the prestigious SMU Meadows School of the Arts and one awardwinning writer/director forged through real-world experience— they are strategically positioned for success. Decades of combined expertise across the entertainment landscape fuel their mission to push creative boundaries and make meaningful content. True to their name, the founders are never more than three degrees away from the biggest stars in Hollywood, giving them unparalleled access to the people who make the magic happen.

During his time as a Don, Kris was involved in football, track & field and Campus Ministry.

Leading the charge is Lauren Haber-Mannella, a former USDHS student ambassador and class standout, voted “Most Talented Senior” in 1993. With a drama varsity letter from UNI and a TV/ Film degree built on a foundation of top-tier education, Lauren exemplifies the talent and dedication that defines 3 Degrees.

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Their first feature film, Standby, began production in September and boasts an all-star cast, including Sean Astin (Rudy, Goonies), John Cleese (Monty Python, A Fish Called Wanda), Monica Potter (Con Air, Saw), Abigail Breslin (Little Miss Sunshine) and Jay Mohr (Jerry Maguire). As they prepare to take this film to major festivals and aim for Independent Film Award recognition, they invite visionary investors to join them in bringing Standby across the finish line and beyond. Please reach out to Lauren@3degreesentertainment.com for more information.

RoseUp Media Group and Shlemon Hospitality Group: The Red Chickz, Abbey’s Real Texas BBQ and The Philadelphia Sandwich Co. Mark ‘11 and Angelique ‘16 Shlemon The Shlemon Hospitality Group was developed after opening its third restaurant in San Diego. All of the Shlemon children grew up working for Abbey’s Real Texas BBQ during high school, learning the ins and outs of the business. Mark ‘11, Abbigale ‘13, Angelique ‘16 and Kianna ‘16 went off to college to pursue their degrees and ventured off into various career paths. Mark worked alongside his parents to expand the business by purchasing The Philadelphia Sandwich Co. and, shortly after, opening their first franchise project, The Red Chickz, in Carlsbad.

Angelique launched RoseUP Media Group, a full-service marketing agency, and has elevated all of the brands on a local and national level. They have catered Cathedral Catholic’s Dons Alumni events, Dons Football team dinners and the swim team’s end-of-the-season event.

As Dons, Mark was involved in football, wrestling, track & field and Campus Ministry and Angelique was a part of Mock Trial, swim, did hair and makeup for the plays and served as an office aid.

LEAVE YOUR MARK ON FUTURE DONS

GIVING TO CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC IN YOUR WILL OR TRUST

By remembering Cathedral Catholic High School in your will or trust, you ensure that future generations of Dons continue to benefit from the exceptional education and community that shaped your life.

A bequest is a simple yet meaningful way to make a lasting impact, and it can be tailored to your financial and charitable goals.

HOW TO To leave a gift in your will or trust, simply include the following language: “I give, devise, and bequeath [specific amount, asset or percentage of your estate] to Cathedral Catholic High School, located at 5555 Del Mar Heights Road, San Diego, CA 92130, for its general purposes [or specify a purpose].”

TYPES OF BEQUESTS -Specific Bequest: A particular amount or asset -Residuary Bequest: A portion of your estate after other obligations are met -Percentage Bequest: A set percentage of your estate WANT MORE INFORMATION? To learn more about how to leave a lasting legacy at Cathedral Catholic, please contact Anne Pickard Majer ‘95, Director of Alumni, at amajer@ cathedralcatholic.org or (858) 523-4000 ext. 1120.

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The Dons Alumni Association recognizes and honors distinguished Dons alumni and special friends who positively impact the world by using their talents and resources to benefit Catholic education and the communities around them. These distinguished Dons support the mission of Catholic education and also value the Dons’ shared traditions and values.

Join us in honoring The Academy of Distinguished Dons Class of 2025.

March 8, 2025 | Cathedral Catholic High School The inductees were nominated by their peers and selected by the committee for this prestigious honor. We will celebrate them with a formal dinner ceremony.

Scan the QR code or visit www.cathedralcatholic.org/ADD for more information.

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CLASS OF 2025 INDUCTEES

Steve “Mr. A” Altamirano Honorary Don

Mike Costa ‘83

Sr. Susan Dunning ‘75

Lee Ann (Najjar) Iagmin ‘87

Dr. Richard Kelly Honorary Don

Richard Kozlowski ‘70

Andrea Lockhart ‘89

Margaret Mauro Honorary Don

Steve McGreevy ‘87

Thomas Mulvaney ’67

Dr. Kevin Murphy ‘85

Amy Philpott ‘86

Scott Wahl ‘91

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ENGAGE: TOGETHER,WE MAKE AN IMPACT Cathedral Catholic’s Annual Appeal theme for 2024-2025 is Unum—meaning ‘one’—reminding us that we’re stronger together! Our Dons Discover Immersion Program takes this unity global with trips to places like Costa Rica, Mexico and Washington, D.C. This year, we’re combining our Annual Appeal with Dons Giving Day on Tuesday, December 3, to make sure every Don can join these amazing experiences.

To learn more, scan the QR code below or visit www.cathedralcatholic.org/annualappeal.