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On The Cover In mid-March, eighth-graders accepted to De La Salle Collegiate began the registration process for the 2017-2018 school year. These young men, from dozens of different grade schools, will join together as the Class of 2021. The DLS Admissions Department has been identifying each of these young men in Facebook posts, with the student’s photo, grade school, and interests. These same pictures and info are also being tweeted, with the hashtag #CollegiateCommitted. Check the article on page 22 for information about our various DLS Social Media accounts, and see page 18 for more Admissions News.

From The President.................................................. 3 Christian Brothers’ Dinner...................................... 4 Conversation With.................................................... 7 Making A Difference................................................ 8 Whatever Happened To............................................ 9 Alumni Spotlight.................................................... 10

Alumni News.......................................................... 13 Admissions News.................................................... 18 Around De La Salle................................................. 20 Athletic News.......................................................... 28 In Memoriam.......................................................... 32 Events......................................................... back cover

Identification Statement • The Collegiate • Spring 2017 Statement of Frequency: Three Times Per Year Published by De La Salle Collegiate Advancement Office 14600 Common Road, Warren, MI 48088 Phone: 586-778-3356 Web: www.delasallehs.com

Collegiate photos provided by Vicki Granger, Patrick Studios, and MrMack.com President �� Mr. John M. Knight President Emeritus ��Br. Robert Carnaghi FSC, SJ ‘48 Principal ��Steve Stewart Director of Advancement �� Christopher Czarnik Director of DLS Alumni �� John C. Monigold BFSC, ‘66 Dir. of St. Joe’s Alumni Activities �� Br. Patrick McNally FSC, SJ ‘55 Assoc. Director of Advancement �� Amy Seiferlein Director of Communications ��Vicki Granger Director of Admissions ��Bill Burkhardt, ‘03 Exec. Assistant of Advancement �� Linda Carnaghi Exec. Assistant of Admissions ��Andrea Mason

From The President Dear De La Salle Collegiate Family, You probably have heard the saying that “things often happen in threes.” Well recently things have been happening all around the De La Salle Collegiate community in multiples of three! Take for instance one recent weekend. Our Swim team took fifth in the state. At the same time, 21 students competed in downtown Detroit at the DECA State Development Conference, and 12 of our 21 student participants medaled. Not to be outdone, our Power Lifters had a tremendous showing in the state finals and our Concert Band had a successful performance in their competition. Oh, and did I mention that our Basketball team won the District Championship? And school history was made by our Hockey team when they defeated Calumet for the Division 3 State Championship. In the midst of the celebrations, we received word that three of our seniors have received Congressional appointments to our military academies, and one of our seniors achieved the highest score for a DLS student in the state Mathematics competition. All of these achievements are reasons for us to feel blessed when we think about our school and about our students. Catholic, Lasallian education is alive and flourishing in metropolitan Detroit! In addition to all of the wonderful achievements noted above, our community welcomed the Class of 2021 during our two nights of freshman registration. Our cover proudly presents the faces of some of the many young men who have said yes to DLS. As with any incoming class of students, we know something about each young man, but what we don’t know yet and will not know for some time, is just what the Lord has planned for them during their four years with us. Perhaps somewhere among the class of 2021 is a future star on the stage, or a future Christian Brother, or an outstanding scientist. One of the many blessings of working with young people is the joy and excitement that one experiences as a young person unwraps his gifts and talents and begins to let himself be led by God. At one time many years ago Michael Brillati was just like the members of the Class of 2021. Michael entered our school in the fall of 1989 filled with anticipation for what the next four years at DLS would hold for him. The years since those early days with us have brought Michael many blessings and many challenges. Today we are preparing to celebrate Michael’s contributions to our Christian Brothers’ Dinner and to our school by awarding him with the Christian Brothers’ Dinner Award. Michael and the Brillati family have given so much to DLS over the years. Yet I know that they would be the first to tell you that our school and the Brothers and their lay colleagues have given them so much more. Congratulations, Michael, on receiving this recognition! In closing I want to thank you, our loyal alumni and friends, for your continued support of our Catholic, Lasallian mission. We pray for you and your loved ones each morning and afternoon during the school day. Without you, your prayers and your support, the many successes mentioned above would not be possible. God bless you and your loved ones today and all days. St. John Baptist de La Salle, pray for us! Live, Jesus, in our hearts, forever!

John M. Knight President

The Thirty Sixth Annual Michael Brillati ‘93 named 2017 Honoree The 2017 Christian Brothers’ Dinner Committee is pleased to announce the selection of Michael A. Brillati, ’93, as this year’s Dinner Honoree.

1993-2000. It is the second instance that both a father and son have been named Honoree, with John Addy, Jr. ‘34 (1983) and his son Jim Addy ‘63 (2003) being the first two-generation family.

“He is a most deserving Honoree,” says President John M. Knight, “and it is our privilege to recognize his many contributions to his alma mater.”

Michael served as the Chairman of the Dinner from 2007-2016, leading the event which welcomes more than 950 alumni and friends to celebrate and support the Christian Brothers’ mission at De La Salle Collegiate. During that time period, the Dinner’s revenue has steadily increased from approximately $135,000 to more than $230,000 in 2016. “Michael has uniquely impacted De La Salle by dedicating his leadership and resources to the Christian Brothers’ Dinner,” said Chris Czarnik, Director of Advancement. “The benefit of the event goes far beyond the very ample funds raised that evening to support students. It reinforces the meaningful brand of De La Salle and strengthens relationships that lead to strong enrollment and future service and contributions.” In becoming the 36th Honoree, Mike joins his father, Leonard, the 2001 Honoree, in earning the distinction. Leonard also served as Chairperson of the Dinner from

Michael A. Brillati ‘93

The Thirty-Sixth Annual

Christian Brothers’ Dinner At Penna’s of Sterling

May 4, 2017

Tickets $225 in advance $275 at the door Tickets available at www.thepilothangar.com or call John Monigold at 586-541-6212

“My connection to De La Salle is all about family,” says Mike. “My dad was a past Chairperson of the Dinner, and my brothers Paul and Steven have been very active and supportive of the school as well. I think we all recognized how our dad valued his children being educated at De La Salle, and know the difference it has made in our lives. I enjoy the idea that in some way we might help make that possible for other families.” “Mike understands our Mission,” says President Emeritus Brother Bob Carnaghi, who taught Michael as a student. “He jokes about not being one of the top guys in his class, but he’s proven that hard work makes all the difference. He uses his success to bless others. I’m so proud of Mike and the whole Brillati family.” After graduation, Mike attended the University of Detroit Mercy and met his wife Julie there. They have three sons, Joseph, Peter, and Charlie – all future Pilots. Mentored by other De La Salle graduates including past Honorees Paul Zimmer and Ray

Christian Brothers’ Dinner Previous Dinner Honorees Jim Addy ‘63 John Addy, Jr. ‘34 W Russ Agosta ‘64 Len Brillati W Brothers of the Christian Schools Tony Brune, Sr. ‘38 W Br. Robert Carnaghi, FSC ‘48 SJ Jerry Carnago ‘49 W Julius Cicchini, ‘55 SJ William Cromie ‘35 W Tony DeSantis ‘60 W Rich Dobrzynski ‘60 Bill Fox ‘50 Br. Kevin Gilhooly, FSC W Vincent Goeddeke ‘18 SJ W Jim Gunn ‘56 Br. Bernard Guzewicz, FSC W Rich Jungwirth, ‘52 Br. Tom Lackey, FSC ‘65 Robert J. LeFevre ‘48 W Thom Lipari Dan Loepp ‘75 Pete Maceroni ‘58 Tony Mattar ‘50 J.P. McCarthy ‘50 W Br. Pat McNally, FSC ‘55 SJ John C. Monigold ‘66 Anthony W. Muer, Jr ‘39 W Gino Paliaroli ‘55 SJ Br. Xavier Pankovits, FSC ‘60 John Potvin ‘54 Joe Quasarano ‘42 W Roger Rinke ‘47 W Roland Rinke ‘43 Al Schaller ‘55 Justin Schaller ‘53 W Roger Schaller ‘56 Dr. Raymond Skowronski ‘74 Br. George Synan, FSC W Walter Van Den Bossche ‘29 W Br. Lewis Weins, FSC W Mark Wisniewski ‘83 Jerry Zaccardelli ‘75 Paul Zimmer ‘66 W Indicates Deceased

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Skowronski, Mike began a career in the insurance industry and opened his own firm, Salus Group, in 2005. He specializes in employee benefit plans and the company has grown to serve clients in multiple states. “De La Salle is responsible on so many levels for my success,” says Mike. “The people I’ve met through the school have become my closest friends. The Dinner reflects that environment. It’s fun because it’s really about men coming together to celebrate friendships and support a school that is nothing short of vital to Catholic education and our Detroit community.” Dinner Chairperson Mike Wasik says he is happy to see Mike enjoy the award. “Mike is so deserving,” Wasik says. “Serving on the Committee with him in

previous years, we have had a lot of fun, but Mike kept us focused on doing good things for DLS students in need.” This year’s Dinner is May 4th. In addition to De La Salle and St. Joe’s alumni and friends, graduates of schools such as Harper Woods Notre Dame, Bishop Gallagher, and Austin also join in to make it a celebration of Eastside Catholic education. “St. John Baptist de La Salle’s mission was to educate the poor,” says Mike. “That has made an impact on my life that if we are successful in life, we need to give back to those less fortunate. Guys from those schools were brought up the same way, and we are really all part of one family.

Christian Brothers’ Dinner

The 2017 Christian Brothers’ Dinner Committee assembles with Michael Brillati, the 2017 Honoree. Back Row: Mike O’Donnell, Chris Czarnik, Matt Loria ‘95, Ray Skowronski ‘74. John Monigold ‘66, Onorio D’Agostini, Mike Taglione ‘76, Greg Martinko ‘99, Matt DeAngelis. Front Row: Dinner Chair Mike Wasik ‘91, Amy Seiferlein, Tony Catullo ‘59, Honoree Michael Brillati ‘93, RJ Koss ‘88, and Chris Fett ‘90 Not pictured; Steve Graus, Jerry Grillo, Anthony Lamerato, Joe Mansour, Sam Serra, Sal Simone.

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You do NOT have to be physically present at the Dinner to bid on golf and vacation packages, and more, in the Silent Auction. Please check the DLS website at www.delasallehs.com for details on how to register with QTEGO, our online auction site. On the QTEGO site, you will find details on each of the attractive packages available in the auction. You can make bids online, via your computer or smartphone, and receive notifications via text every time there is a new bid on your items, then you can bid again.

Bidding closes at 10:00 p.m. on May 4.

2017 Committee Members Michael J. Wasik ‘91 - Chairman Anthony Catullo ‘59 Christopher Czarnik Onorio D’Agostini Matt DeAngelis Chris Fett ‘90 Steve Graus ‘74 Jerry Grillo Ralph Koss ‘88 Tony Lamerato ‘02 Matt Loria ‘95 Joseph Mansour Greg Martinko ‘99 John Monigold, Sr. ‘66 Michael O’Donnell Michael Ringler Amy Seiferlein Sam Serra Sal Simone ‘74 Ray Skowronski ‘74 Michael Taglione ‘76

Conversation With... Brother Ken Kalinowski, Class of ‘84 Brother Ken Kalinowski, ‘84, joined the DLS Religion Department this semester, after teaching the last few years at Papua, New Guinea. You were halfway around the world the last few years? What was your teaching assignment in Papua, New Guinea? I was the Vice Principal for Academics. I taught 10th grade Mathematics as well, and was the local Vocation Director at the school. You had a special relationship with the late Brother George Synan. How was he influential in your life? I attended St. Augustine’s Grade School, near McNichols and Davison, the grandchild of Polish immigrants. My mother had two jobs, including working at the rectory. She wanted me to attend De La Salle, which was then located in Detroit, across from City Airport. Making tuition payments was a struggle. After my sophomore year, DLS moved to Warren, and I remember getting a letter from Brother Kevin Gilhooly, asking “Are you coming with us?” I didn’t know if I could make the tuition payments. I got a job at Buddy’s Pizza, on Six Mile, and every two weeks, I’d bring my paycheck to school and go to the office and turn it in. It was a very tough time. Toward the end of the year, Brother George came to me and said that a generous alumnus had made a large donation, and that this money would be used to cover my tuition senior year. It was such a huge relief to me and my mother. It was as if a huge burden had been lifted off my back. Brother George was such a kind man. Those of us who knew him remember how he always knew your name; if your father was an alumnus, he remembered his name. Did you ever find out the identity of your generous benefactor? No. But it’s people like that man 35 years ago that made such a difference in my life, and others like him

Brother Ken with juniors John-Marcello Fecarotta and Kole Gjonaj.

that continue to support Lasallian education whether it’s in Papua, New Guinea, or right here in Warren. You’ve returned to Detroit and family for the first time in many years. What’s it like for you as an alumnus to be teaching at your alma mater? Surreal and humbling. It is truly amazing to still have teachers like Mr. Michael Szatkowski, Mr. Gary Buslepp, and Mrs. Vicki Granger here, showing their zeal and dedication. And long time teachers who continue to inspire, such as Mr. Thaier Mukhtar, Mr. Mike Jolly, and Ms. Elaine Gagnon. The Lasallian spirit is endorsed by the faculty who show daily the face of Christ to their students. De La Salle is a great place and with our administration dedicated to the Lasallian Mission, I have faith that we will be true to our Founder for decades to come. As St. La Salle writes to the early Brothers, “The need for this Institute is great.” I truly believe that De La Salle Collegiate is needed in Metro Detroit more than ever today. We pray in thanksgiving for the generosity of our benefactors and loyal alumni who help us continue this Mission!

Making a Difference Alumnus Coaches Special Olympics Team Greg Mazurkiewicz, Class of 1968, is still involved in basketball nearly 50 years after graduation. After stints as a grade school and high school coach, nowadays, the benchman coaches a special needs basketball team in St. Clair Shores. The recent retiree and his wife Margaret started the program 11 years ago, and for the last ten years, the team has competed through Special Olympics Michigan. www.somi.org Greg’s son Stephen is autistic, and Greg and Margaret first got Stephen involved in the the St. Clair Shores special needs softball program which began in 1999. The teams played in a local Eastside league, with coaches pitching and all players in the field. A few years later, one of the special needs parents asked about starting a basketball program. Greg was interested.

“Basketball is my favorite sport. In high school I was a tall player, but was not a ‘big’ player on the team. We had a seven-man rotation that played every game in ‘68, and I was one of the players that came off the bench. The star of the team was Frank Merrick, who was later inducted into the De La Salle Hall of Fame.”

St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation Department. They set up an opportunity for the Special Olympics team to practice with the Pilots, and attend a game. They did it again this season.

With Margaret’s help, the special needs team found gym time. Greg became certified as a coach through Special Olympics. “The parents are usually the coaches, and they are trained in the fundamentals of basketball and what to teach during practices. More importantly, they learn the rules and proper conduct for working with special needs kids, particularly disciplining appropriately.”

Greg’s son lives at home, and is involved in various activities throughout the community. “In Michigan, special needs education is available until age 26. Stephen currently attends a workshop, and he enjoys bowling through a special needs program in St. Clair Shores.”

Greg’s team has a 14-man roster, aged teen through mid-30’s. On March 4, the team won its third straight regional championship.

His De La Salle education has helped Greg with Stephen. “My Christian Brothers DLS education helped me with having a special needs son. It was a big adjustment. You have to adjust your outlook and attitude.”

A couple of years ago, Greg contacted Greg Esler, DLS Varsity Basketball Coach who also runs the

“It was a great experience,” says Greg Mazurkiewicz. “The kids loved it. The parents loved it. It was a great time for everyone.”

Greg’s daughter Becky, now 35, is a doctor in New York City.

Whatever Happened To... Mike Karas DLS Faculty and Staff 1981 - 2014 As a DLS Faculty and Staff member, Mike Karas wore many hats. He taught in both the English and Social Studies Department, chaired Social Studies for several years, served as Athletic Director for a brief time, and was first Director of Development (now the Advancement Department).

At the same time, Mike was also teaching English, and serving as Athletic Director. “I did so many things. We used to have a festival/ carnival, and I was responsible for that. We had the dinners. I worked with great people.”

Mike went back into the Following his 2014 retireclassroom in 1987, teaching ment, he is still wearing Government, U.S. History, those multiple hats. He and Psychology. plays golf three days a week, Now living in Macomb frequently with former DLS Township, Mike has fond Art Teacher Bill Littlejohn. The winning Faculty Jeopardy team called itself memories of his years at De He reads, and has finished “The Mike Karas Fan Club.” La Salle. more than 200 books. He en- Mike Karas, seated, with the 2017 Faculty Team Winners of the Annual Jeopardy Tournament: Mr. David Dudus, Mrs. Lindsey “What was most gratifying joys afternoon Tiger games, Tula, Mr. Shaun Legato, Ms. Catherine Leix, and Mr. David Kirck. was when kids would come and has had a partial Red back and say ‘thank you.’ Wings’ ticket package. He Mike attended St. Anthony’s High You don’t reach them all in high has theatre tickets. He travels, School (Detroit), and served in the school. At some point, though, it and is planning a summer trip to U.S. Army. He attended Michigan clicks, and they realize what you Alaska. State University following service were trying to teach.” And he also wears the hat of in Vietnam. And he’s doing exactly what he grandfather. Shortly after retirHe came to DLS in 1981, after two told students he would be doing in ing, Mike’s first grandchild was years of teaching at St. Thecla’s. retirement: enjoying cigars on his born prematurely. He babysat for Mike was at the old school, as deck and an adult beverage. the first six months. “My retireDLS was making plans to move to ment ended up being very timely. Warren, and was part of the team Alumni interested in contacting I was able to be there to help my Mike Karas should email him at that planned the first Christian son and daughter-in-law, and take mikekaras2@gmail.com Brothers’ Dinner in 1982, honorcare of a precious little girl, Olivia ing Brother George Synan. Paige.”

Wondering whatever happened to a Brother, teacher, coach or fellow student? Contact Vicki Granger at vgranger@delasallehs.com or 586.541.6207

Alumni Spotlight Monsignor Chuck Kosanke, Class of 1977 As a high school junior, Chuck Kosanke was the assistant editor of the yearbook, and looking forward to senior year. He would become editor - an important role in his Class of 1977. But Brother Malachy Biller, Yearbook Moderator, noticed that Chuck was often tired, and pulled him aside and said “What’s going on? You’re always sleepy.” Chuck had an easy answer, “Well, I’ve got school and studying, and yearbook. And I do a lot at St. Raymond.

“Brother Mal told me I had to make a choice. He said the yearbook is important and we want to have a quality product. He gave me a week to decide. I came back and said I enjoyed being involved at St. Raymond a lot more. I was training the altar servers. I was

on the Worship Commission and was the youth rep on the Parish Council.” As a senior, Chuck faced another dilemma. He liked his business classes with Mr. John Schmid. Chuck was thinking about attending Western Michigan University to study accounting and business law. But he also thought about attending Sacred Heart seminary - a thought he had had since seventh grade. So, he decided to give the seminary a year, to test it out. And the first year of seminary led to a second, and a third, and finally to ordination.

Full Circle

Now, as a parish priest, Chuck has come full circle - he is assigned to both Ste. Anne and Most Holy Trinity parishes in Detroit - two poor parishes. And his accounting

and business knowledge are put to work as he seeks funding for the various programs operated by both. And even more full circle is Chuck’s role at Most Holy Trinity, where he served while a seminarian with the legendary Msgr. Clement Kern. Kern died in 1983 while Chuck was still in the seminary, but Kern’s sister gave Chuck Kern’s clerical collar after his death. Chuck wore that collar for his 1985 ordination. Chuck returned to Sacred Heart Seminary in 1992, after his first parish assignment at Shrine of the Little Flower, in Royal Oak, and after completing a doctorate in Biblical Studies in Rome. While on the Seminary faculty, he also served as Pastor at three inner-city parishes - St. Benedict, St. Cecilia, and Church of the Madonna. In 2002, he became Pastor of Guardian Angels in Clawson, and President of Bishop Foley High School. During his time at Guardian Angels, he was named a Monsignor by Pope Benedict in 2005. But a “simple” parish life was not in the cards. Cardinal Maida appointed Msgr. Chuck as Rector of Saints Cyril and Methodius Seminary (the National Polish Seminary), in Orchard Lake, MI, in 2005, a post he held for six years. During this time,

Alumni Spotlight

Chuck led the process to have the seminary reaccredited with the Association of Theological Schools. In 2011 Msgr. Chuck was appointed Pastor of St. Regis Parish in Bloomfield Hills, MI, where he reduced the debt, restored the church, strengthened the school, and built a chapel. Perhaps more significant was his work as the first Chairman of Catholic Charities of Southeastern Michigan. He led the restructuring of six county Catholic social services into one regional entity. And then came the call from Archbishop Allen Vigneron in April 2016 to take on Ste. Anne’s and Holy Trinity.

God’s sense of humor

“I was surprised,” says Chuck. “I wasn’t looking for a move. I was perfectly happy where I was. We had just finished a major project, and were starting plans for another. I got the call on Good Friday that the pastor at Ste.

Anne’s, Msgr. Russ Kohler, had died. The Wednesday after Easter, the Archbishop called and wanted to see me. He said I would like you to become the new pastor of Ste. Anne and Holy Trinity. I was in shock. He said you’re the one I think can do the job. I’ve prayed about this. I’ve consulted with the other bishops, and your name came up every time. I believe you’re the one to do this. “The Archbishop went on to explain the importance of both parishes in the civic life of Detroit, and that their legacy needs to continue. He needed me to reach out to the young people who are moving into Midtown and Corktown.” From April 25 to June 30, 2016, two months, Chuck administered all three parishes - St. Regis, Ste. Anne’s and Holy Trinity, and two schools, St. Regis and Holy Trinity. Chuck calls his assignment, “God’s sense of humor. Most priests apply to the bishop for a particular parish. That’s never been my case. Every assignment has been here’s a situation I need you to help with. Many have been financial. I’ve used my De La Salle accounting knowledge after all.” Chuck notes that he had just

finished a $5 million dollar project at St. Regis, and “that prepared me to take on a bigger project.” When the Parish Council at St. Regis found out Chuck was leaving, they wanted to plan a farewell. Chuck agreed under two conditions: one was for the farewell to be simple, and the other was for people to be generous and donate to the Holy Trinity Foundation. Parishioners donated over $35,000. “There are a lot of good people at St. Regis, and they have been willing to help, and continue to be interested in helping in some way.” The last year has been a time of transition for Chuck and St. Anne’s. There is a lot of work to be done. The church’s five buildings are all in use: the Church, the rectory, the convent, the school, and the parish hall. The convent is leased to the non-profit organization Freedom House. It’s three floors are filled with bunk beds, and 40 people seeking political asylum, mainly from Africa, are living there. The school space is leased to the Detroit Public Schools for its “Academy of the Americas,” where children learn both in Spanish and English. The church hall, both an upstairs hall that was once a gymnasium with a stage and a lower hall, are used for parish activities. At Holy Trinity, the grade school serves 170 students. Chuck says most families cannot afford tuition, and so he works to Continued on next page.

Alumni Spotlight political - to use their influence and affluence to come together to help those who are poor and less fortunate. “My parents sacrificed so that my brothers and I could go though De La Salle. We’ve all done fairly well, and DLS provided us with a good education to pursue whatever life we chose.”

raise money for financial aid. “We also need to keep our technology updated. Currently, I’m receiving some assistance from DLS alumnus Mark St. Peter, ‘81, owner of Computing Source.” 12

Holy Trinity offers a free clinic, the oldest operating free clinic in the United States, providing medical care to the homeless and uninsured three days a week. Nearly 100 volunteers, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and non-medical people help out. A free legal aid clinic is open on Thursday evenings, with pro-bono attorneys. And of course, Holy Trinity, as the centerpiece of Corktown, is the site of the annual St. Patrick’s Day Mass, attracting the city’s “movers and shakers,’ and serving as a signature fundraiser for the parish. “Msgr. Kern got people of various occupations - medical, legal,

As a pastor for 30 years at several parishes with schools, Chuck is in a unique position to promote education. “Probably because I had such a positive Catholic education at St. Raymond and De La Salle, I have always been passionate about good quality education. I have an opportunity to really do that for the children here who would otherwise not have an opportunity. A good education is the best way out of poverty for these students.” Chuck is no stranger to the Holy Trinity students. He is in the school several times each week, and offers the weekly school Mass. “The students know who I am.” He’s “re-learned” Spanish in the last year, and offers Mass in Spanish with a homily also in Spanish on alternate Sundays at the two parishes. “I hadn’t spoken Spanish since 2001.”

Optimism for Detroit

In his spare time - “And I don’t have a lot” - Chuck likes to travel. “I take vacation breaks seriously.

Over the last 30 years, I’ve visited almost 50 countries, including Italy every year. I’ve made pilgrimages to the Holy Land. Travel is a way of getting away from the office.” He also enjoys some occasional golf and reading and relaxing by a pool. He enjoys getting to Florida for some R and R. And he sees his parents, Charles and Catherine Kosanke, who live in Grosse Pointe Woods, once a week, usually on the weekend. Four of his five brothers, who were all DLS graduates, live in the area, and are married with families. They include Mark (‘79), Stephen (‘82), John (‘84), and Patrick (‘98). Only Tom (‘78) lives out of state. Chuck is optimistic about Detroit, now about to note the 50 year anniversary of the 1967 riots that tore the city apart. “This is an exciting time to be in downtown Detroit,” says Chuck. “It’s a part of Detroit that is coming back, and I’m helping these two parishes to become stronger. Our two churches are becoming popular for downtown Catholic weddings.

Class of 1977 Reunion

Msgr. Chuck Kosanke will be celebrating Mass in the DLS Chapel to kick off the Class of 1977 40th Reunion celebration on Saturday, June 10, 2017. See page 14 for details.

Alumni News Brian Banas, ‘94, has been promoted to Lt. Col. in the Air Force JAG. He obtained his law degree at the University of Notre Dame and a Master’s in Cyber Communications and Space Law from the University of Nebraska. Tom Borowiak, ‘74, relocated last year to the Albany, NY area, where he is working as Clinical Technology Director at the Albany Medical Center. Patrick Davis, ‘07, is completing Ph.D. studies in Mathematics at Central Michigan University. Brian Drozdowski, ‘93, practices Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Holland, MI. He has six children. Marty Dobson, ‘03, is now a licensed realtor with Real Living Kee Realty. He lives in Warren, MI. Paul Evancho, ‘82, is a USMC veteran, and a fire captain for the City of Yuma Fire Department. He also makes his home in Yuma, AZ. Tim Gasko, ‘78, is employed at the Shelby Township Meijer. He recently spent six years as a volunteer mentor at Macomb County’s Juvenile Justice Center. Tim says, “It is very helpful for kids to have a sensible ear listening.” Tim still plays tennis. He was All State Tennis NJCAA 1979, and is a certified tennis professional. He has taught tennis for 25 years in the Detroit area, using “some of the many skills I learned at DLS, like determination, perseverance, and trust.” Tim lives in Clinton Township.

Matt Molinaro, ‘14, now a junior at Ohio Northern University, was runner up in the 800 meter run at the NCAA Division 3 Indoor Track & Field National Championships. He missed first by .5 seconds. Brad Napiorkowski, ‘01, is a manager at JP Morgan Securities. He married in the Fall of 2016, and lives in Berwyn, IL. He and his wife are expecting their first child. Gordon Pocialik, ‘03, lives in Naples, FL, and practices dentistry on Marco Island, and in Naples and Fort Myers. He and his wife Nicole have two sons. Don Pollie, ‘67, recently retired from a large sporting goods store where he worked as a buyer for 32 years. He and his wife Mary have lived in Maine for the last 26 years. Two of his children live nearby, and another son is an emergency medicine doctor in Padre Island, TX. Don makes his winter home in Sebastian, FL, and says, “We are always open to visitors here in Maine or in Florida!” Chris Scalise, ‘90, is currently working as an IT Operations Specialist for the Dean’s Office of the College of Fine, Performing, and Communication Arts at Wayne State University. Chris lives in Oak Park, MI.

Roger Goebel, ‘53, has taught corporate law at the Fordham University School of Law in New York City for the last 35 years, after 17 years of international business law practice, primarily in Paris, France. He is the lead co-author of the 4 edition of Goebel, Fox, Atik, Emmert, and Gerard, European Law (2015). Recently, classmate Gordon Black, a poet and director of poetry symposia in Mendocino, CA, visited Roger. Ed Mauch, ‘95, has been working as a radiologist in Port Huron, MI, for the last seven years. He and his wife make their home in Harrison Township, and have two children.

Ken Holman (‘93) and Brian Simpson (‘94) crossed paths on a business trip to Mexico in February 2017. Brian and his family recently moved from Chicago to Grosse Pointe, MI.

Alumni News Scott Steiner, ‘94, completed a Master’s of Divinity degree in May 2016, and was ordained a priest in the Episcopal Church in June 2016 at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Detroit. Scott resides in Royal Oak, MI, with his wife and children, and is the associate priest at St. John’s Episcopal Church, also in Royal Oak. Alex Szypa, ‘06, is now a patent attorney in Birmingham, MI. He also lives in Birmingham. Greg Wright, ‘98, lives in Chicago, and recently became a partner with the Chicago law firm of Gozdecki, Del Giudice, Americus, Farkus & Brocato LLP. His practice focuses on corporate matters.

Class of 1977 40th Reunion Saturday, June 10, 2017

Mario Simone, ‘15, attends the University of Notre Dame, and sings in the Notre Dame Folk Choir. In mid-March, Notre Dame began celebrating its 175th Anniversary by following the footsteps of its founder, Father Edward Sorin, from New York to South Bend, IN. The university selected 16 undergraduate singers to perform a concert in St. Peter’s Church, where Father Sorin said his first Mass upon arriving in the United States from France. Brother David Deradoorian, ‘05, came in from St. Raymond’s in the Bronx to visit with Mario and attend the concert.

5 p.m.

Mass in the DLS Chapel, celebrated by Monsignor Chuck Kosanke, DLS ‘77

6:30 p.m. Social Hour, Grosse Pointe Yacht Club 788 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pte Shores, MI 48236 7:30 p.m. Dinner, Dancing, and Cash Bar $125 per couple or $65 per individual Valet Parking • Four Station Dinner • Dessert table 1 Coffee/soft drink per person • One well-mixed drink or 2 domestic beers included

Sunday, June 11, 2017 2 p.m.

Stag Golf at Gowanie Golf Club 24770 South River Road, Harrison Twp., MI 48045 $50 per person 18 hole shotgun start • Proper golf attire required

Contact: Mike McCarthy 586.604.4140 gowanieman@comcast.net John Monigold 586.541.6212 jmonigold@delasallehs.com Checks payable to De La Salle High School Please RSVP by Friday, May 12

Alumni News Keeping In Touch With Our Alumni In February 2017, all alumni for whom we have an email address were sent a link to the 2017 Alumni Survey. To date, approximately 250 alumni have completed the simple Google form. We are asking for your most up-to-date contact information, and particularly want to know how you perceive our communications with you. In addition to the printed Collegiate, mailed to your home and also linked on the school website at www.delasallehs.com, we also send monthly emails, post on the Alumni Facebook page, and maintain an active presence on the school Facebook page and through our Twitter account. Most importantly, we want to know what alumni activities interest you. At the Alumni Town Hall in October, many of you indicated an interest in more events for younger alumni. If you have NOT received the email with the Alumni Survey link, please contact Vicki Granger at vgranger@ delasallehs.com or call 586.541.6207. You may also scan this QR code.

Alumni Family Day

Attend our May 2 Alumni & Friends Day at the Jimmy John’s Field in Utica as the Pilot baseball teams face Country Day. See page 17.

Young Alumni Networking

Also, plan to attend our May 17 event at Kuhnhenn’s Brewing Company in Warren, when we unveil a special, limited edition Pilot Brew! See page 17.

Career Start Days

Many of you are willing to mentor a current student or alumnus. One way to help our current students will be to participate in “Career Start.” Rather than the traditional “Career Day” involving the entire student body, we’re going to make use of the late start schedules in the school calendar several times each semester. Our plan is to bring in several alumni who have a similar career, such as Accounting or Public Safety/Fire, and have students who specifically identified these areas meet with you for some small group conversation. We think it will be a great win-win! More information about Career Start, and other programs, will be in future emails, and in the next issue of The Collegiate, which comes out in late September.

College Visits - Pilots on the Road

Central Michigan University

Northwood University

Left to Right: John Gawryk ‘84, Joe Pudlik ‘15, Dan Smith ‘13, Rex Corless ‘14, Joe DeBerardino ‘16, Josh Cox ‘13, and John C. Monigold ‘66.

Left to Right: Angelo Grillo ‘16, Justin LaRue ‘16, Martin Gulewicz ‘16, Joe Myers ‘15, DeAndre Kemp-Jordan ‘16, Matt Hensley ‘16, Jacob VanIttersum ‘15, Griffin Schroeder ‘15, Joe Garbarino ‘15, and John C. Monigold ‘66.

Join us for the

2017

Pilot Golf Outing

benefitting De La Salle Athletics & the DLS Alumni Association

Monday, June 12th at Gowanie Golf Club

24770 South River Road, Harrison Township, MI 48045 www.gowaniegolfclub.com

$175.00 per person 10:00 a.m. Registration Lunch Driving Range Open 11:00 a.m. Shotgun Start Dinner following

Additional Donation Opportunities Tee/Green Sponsorship..................$100 Driving Range Sponsorship ........$250

Call John Monigold at 586-541-6212 or email jmonigold@delasallehs.com for more information.

Registration is limited, please sign up by June 2nd! Golf Outing Registration Form

Prepayment of $175.00 per person required by June 2, 2017

Fill out this form and mail to the DLS Advancement Department at 14600 Common Road, Warren, MI 48088 Call us at 586-778-3356 to pay by credit card OR go to www.ThePilotHangar.com to order online

Contact Name__________________________________________________________________________________________ Address, City, State, Zip __________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Phone _____________________________ Email ___________________________________________________ To pay by credit card - Circle One: Visa MasterCard AmEx Discover or make your check payable to De La Salle Name on Card: ______________________________________________ Amount to Charge: $ _________________ Card Number: ____________________________ Billing Zip: ________ Exp. Date __________ Sec. Code _________ Player 1 _____________________________________________ _ *I support __________________________________ Player 2 _____________________________________________ _ *I support __________________________________ Player 3 _____________________________________________ _ *I support __________________________________ Player 4 _____________________________________________ _ *I support __________________________________

*Each golfer can designate up to 3 of these programs to benefit from his/her registration.

DLS Alumni Association • Bowling • Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country • Track Football • Golf • Lacrosse • Soccer • Swim • Tennis • Wrestling

Alumni Events Jimmy John’s Field Alumni and Friends of De La Salle – There are two chances this spring to see our Baseball State Champion Pilots play at Jimmy John’s Field in Utica: Sunday, April 30th - 5:15 vs. Anchor Bay Tuesday, May 2nd - JV at 4:00, Varsity at 7:00 vs. Country Day Check the DLS website for more details.

All Alumni Invited to Networking Event De La Salle, in partnership with Kuhnhenn Brewing Company, will host a Young Alumni Networking Event on May 17th at 6:00 at Kuhnhenn’s Warren location. The event is focused on bringing alumni together from the past couple of

decades, but all alumni 21 or over are invited. “All Pilots are young at heart!” says Brother Bob Carnaghi, President Emeritus. The event will feature the unveiling of a collaborative brew made especially for the event by the

DLS organizational committee and the brewmasters from Kuhnhenn’s. Keep an eye on the DLS website and social media for more developments.

Join us for the

2017 Young Alumni Networking Event Wednesday, May 17 6:00 pm at Kuhnhenn Brewing Company 5919 Chicago Road (at Mound), Warren, MI 48092

Admissions News Three Benefits of the Summer Camp Experience Parents and teachers are always looking for ways to aid in the learning process during the summer months. In recent years, camps have developed as a meaningful way to fulfill this goal.

The National Summer Learning Association published findings by Duke University Professor Harris Cooper, who said “summer programs should be well-planned to complement the school year, not necessarily more of the same or an afterthought.” With that in mind, De La Salle Collegiate has grown our summer camp offerings to be complementary learning activities to what your child is already doing at school or in practice. We aim to provide students opportunities to explore new areas of interest while in a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment. Here are the 3 major benefits from attending a summer camp:

1. Skills Development

At camp a student will learn and develop new abilities, techniques, and ideas – perhaps even discover and awaken a hidden talent or passion. These opportunities can lead students to hone in on activities and interests that can fuel their future careers. In a study published by the American Camp Association (ACA), Dr. Peter Scales of

The Search Institute noted: “The biggest plus of camp is that camps help young people discover and explore their talent, interests, and values. Most schools don’t satisfy all these needs. Kids who have had these kinds of (camp) experiences end up being healthier and have less problems which concern us all.” The threat of Summer Learning Loss, the loss of academic skills and knowledge over the course of summer holidays can be a great concern for parents and students. Attending summer camps can provide meaningful learning experiences for both students and parents and reduce the gap for summer learning loss.

2. Self-Respect and Character Building

Camps provide additional opportunities for students to strengthen emerging skills of making new friends, taking risks, and learning how to take care of themselves and their own belongings. Jess Michaels, Director of

Communication for the ACA, noted in The Parent Guide News that “When children succeed at these activities, they build self-esteem. Children also build social skills and problem-solving skills by being a part of a supportive community and partaking in activities together.”

3. Person to Person Communication

Summer camps continue to “plantthe-seed of success” in students. The skills learned will carry-over into their future academic, artistic or athletic endeavor. According to the ACA, “Children are at less risk at camp where they have a sense of community, develop intergenerational relationships, and learn through first-hand experiences. Trained, caring adult role models help children feel loved, capable, and included. Camp helps children grow by providing a supervised, positive environment that has safety as a primary commitment.” I encourage you to find the right camp for your son or daughter so they continue their skill developing character building process and personal relationships. You can learn more about our summer camp offerings by attending out 2017 Summer Camp Expo. For additional information, visit our camp webpage at www.delasallehs.com/future-pilots/ summer-camps/.

Drop Into De La Salle Collegiate! Every year families go through the evaluation and decision process for high school. Often it is a struggle to determine what school is the right fit for their son and family. The Admissions Office spends endless hours working with these families via email, phone calls, tours, etc. And the number one elixir is to take the time to get on campus. Spending time on campus allows a family to meet the students, staff, coaches, and leadership. It provides an opportunity to get a feel for the campus culture, values, and priorities, while assessing if the people in charge are capable of delivering on the desired Catholic and college prep outcomes they desire for their son. No video, phone call, or website can truly substitute for getting on campus and walking around and meeting the people of that school. A large number of young men participate in the Pilot for a Day Program, and then decide on De La Salle Collegiate. We annually survey parents and students at the beginning of freshman year. Parents routinely vote Open House and taking a tour as the deciding ac-

tion they took that lead them to enroll their children at De La Salle Collegiate. With these facts in mind, I invite you to come and visit De La Salle Collegiate. Some great opportunities to do so are • Pilot for a Day/Shadowing - Any 7th or 8th grade student can do this. • Schedule a Tour (even in the summer) - Just call to schedule. Evening tours available. • Summer Camp Expo - Sunday, May 21. • Coffee Talk - First Friday of each month. You can review all of these events by visiting the Future Pilots page on our website or by contacting us at admissions@delasallehs.com or 586-541-6220. I cannot wait to show you our campus and all the great things happening here for young men. God Bless and Go Pilots! Mr. Bill Burkhardt, ‘03 Director of Admissions

Around De La Salle Annual Raffle Exceeds Goals The 43rd Annual Student Raffle, conducted during February 2017, exceeded the $175,000 goal, thanks to supportive Alumni and Friends of De La Salle. The Raffle brought in $192,102. After expenses and payouts, the proceeds go to the Student Tuition Assistance Fund. This school year alone, deserving families are receiving more than $1.6 million, in Tuition Assistance. Raffle Winners include: • First Place $10,000: Andre Special - Ticket number 69949 • Second Place $5,000: Beverly Cyr - Ticket number 29692 •Third Place $2,500: Gary Hopkins - Ticket number 65771

Grand Prize Winner Andre Special is the grandfather of Dominic Manion ‘20.

2017 Raffle Returns Total Income $192,102 Monday 2/20/17 $173,162

$175,000 School Goal

Thursday 2/15/17 $147,877

$150,000 Week 2 Goal

from Students

Wednesday 2/15/17 $117,715 Tuesday 2/14/17 $105,420 Monday 2/13/17 $98,575 Thursday 2/9/17 $86,385

Wednesday 2/8/17 $57,325 Tuesday 2/7/17 $34,485 Monday 2/6/17 $21,405

$125,000 $100,000 $75,000 Week 1 Goal $50,000 $25,000 $5,000

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Around De La Salle Historical Monstrance Restored

Thanks to the generosity of Mr. James Bardelline, a sacred piece of De La Salle’s history has been restored. A special church vessel, a Monstrance, was found recently at the Christian Brothers’ residence. The vessel is significant in that it dates from the early history of the school. A close examination of the engraving shows the vessel was made in France, in the ornate style of the times. Along with the date of 1930 on the base, the names of those who presented it to the school are also engraved. A major component of the monstrance was missing, the piece

Mrs. Mary Chris Chapp, President of the CBA, said, “I had the pleasure of meeting Carol in 2011 when my son was a freshman at DLS. Carol was serving as one of the CBA Craft Show Chairs that year and was encouraging new moms to get involved President John M. Knight, Alyce Hallman, James with the event and with the Bardelline, Fr. John Kiselica, Mary Chris Chapp, organization. She was most Dorothy Martel, and Diane Riva. welcoming, and her joy of that holds the sacred Host, and being of service to the CBA and the the Brothers turned to the DLS DLS community was evident. Her Christian Brothers’ Auxiliary sons had graduated years before, (CBA) for funding for professional but Carol continued to enthusiasticleaning and restoration. cally support the mission of the At that point, Mr. Bardelline, Christian Brothers. Her enthuhusband of the late Mrs. Carol siasm was contagious! Carol was Bardelline, a past CBA President, considered to be one of our best stepped up and generously covhistorians and a terrific teacher to ered the cost of restoration and those volunteering with the CBA. cleaning. Carol served two terms Her faith life was very important as CBA President from January to her and that is why having this 2003 through January 2007. She monstrance restored in Carol’s also served two terms as CBA memory is so fitting.” Supply Chair, Pierogi Committee The monstrance was presented at Chair, and the General Craft the school liturgy on January 31. Show Chair for several years. The It is now kept permanently in the Bardellines are parents of alumni DLS Campus Ministry Office. Steve (‘99), and Jonathan (‘01).

What is a Monstrance?

A monstrance is a large, usually ornate cross, designed to show a large consecrated host (used by the priest while saying Mass) at its cross pieces. The name monstrance, which comes from the Latin “to show” (think de-mon-strate), is used for special Eucharistic exhibition ceremonies, such as “adoration,” where the monstrance, containing the sacred host, is place on the altar to be reverenced by the faithful. Another such ceremony is Benediction. Following hymns and prayers, the priest picks up the monstrance from the altar and makes the sign of the cross with it, blessing those present. Such a blessing is seen as a blessing by Christ himself as opposed to a priest’s individual blessing. Benediction ceremonies are most often offered at the conclusion of Mass.

Around De La Salle

Powerlifters in State Top Ten At the March 10-11 State Powerlifting Finals, five DLS lifters placed at the meet, and ended with a top ten finish. These lifters include Freshman Michael Young (207 WC) 10th Sophomore Lorenzo Bruglio (220 WC) 9th Senior Evan Holland (194 WC) 8th Freshman Anthony Killop (114 WC) 7th Senior Steve Killop (181 WC) 2nd Students have three different opportunities in the weeks leading up to the state competition to qualify. DLS had 11 young men qualify, and 9 went to the state event at Croswell-Lexington High School. DLS Powerlifting is coached by Mr. Brent Castine.

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Around De La Salle De La Salle Students March For Life in Washington

Nearly 50 De La Salle Collegiate students, accompanied by Mr. Brian Barker, Mr. Chris Dean, Mr. Thaier Mukhtar, and Fr. John Kiselica, journeyed to Washington DC in late January to participate in the annual “March for Life.” The students left on January 25, and traveled overnight by bus to the nation’s capital. They spent Thursday sightseeing. On Friday, January 27, students attended Mass at the Verizon Center, along with thousands of other marchers from across the United States, before marching on the Mall. A huge thanks to the Christian Brothers’ Auxiliary which provided funds for bus transportation for the trip.

Congratulations to these members of the Class of 2017 who have received appointments to the United States Military Academies. • Jacob Babe, United States Naval Academy • Zachary Breininger, United States Air Force Academy • Matthew Dahn, United States Air Force Academy

Joey Soyad, ‘09, spoke with Dennis Koch’s Business classes about preparing for their future careers in college and in professional life.

Around De La Salle Legacy Families Gather at Mass

On January 31, as part of the annual Catholic Schools Week Mass, several alumni fathers and grandfathers joined their sons for the Liturgy.

Mrs. Vicki Granger, English teacher at DLS from 1982 - 2004, and Director of Communications since 2004, with several alumni who were her students and are now parents of current Pilots. She said, “I love seeing these alumni. They truly exemplify our motto of ‘Builders of Boys, Makers of Men’ and have continued their longtime relationship with the Collegiate.” Patrick Cummins (‘88), Ralph Koss (‘88), Jim Maisano (‘88), Jason Clausen (‘93), Vicki Granger, Chris Fischer (‘87), Bob Maxey (‘85), Paul Brillati (‘90), and Mario Izzi (‘90).

Several De La Salle Collegiate students represented DLS at the annual Catholic Schools Week Mass at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral. Paul Meram, School Chaplain Father John Kiselica, Brendan DeSantis, Sergio Gasperoni, Brendan Sulkowski, Devon Baker, Matthew Paglia, James Brown, Rocco Rydzewski, Anthony Killop, and Campus Minister Mr. Brian Barker.

A Family Legacy Continues John Nicol (‘65) always knew he wanted to attend De La Salle Collegiate. Although he attended St. David’s Grade School, and St. David’s had a high school at the time, John’s father wanted him to attend DLS, and John wanted to become a Pilot as well. He also had many friends from St. David’s who went to DLS. John’s three sons, Scott (‘88), Todd (‘92), and Andrew (‘97), all attended the Utica Community Schools, but all three were happy to become Pilots. “I was actively involved with the alumni, and always brought the boys to DLS games. They enjoyed them, and were never forced to attend,” says John. Todd’s son, Ben, is now a senior, and he too, continued the family tradition by attending the Collegiate. John said, “Ben talked about wanting to attend DLS forever!” Todd ‘92, Ben ‘17 and John ‘65 Nicol

More Nicols are “in the pipeline.” Todd has a younger son, and Andrew has a pre-schooler.

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Two Students Qualify for DECA International Competition

Seniors Jason Kathawa and Mike DeDecker qualified for the International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA, in April. Jason and Mike were among 21 students who competed in midMarch at the DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) State Development Conference in downtown Detroit. State champions are decided by online test scores (test taken in February), and the two role play scores (both performed at the State Conference). Twelve of the 21 DLS students earned medals, including those recognized for online test scores, role play performances or event finalists. Jason, Mike, and Jon Pierre Nofar were recognized for their outstanding online test scores. Jason, Mike, Jon Pierre, Conner Popa, Nick Brillati, Robert Cornwell, and Declan Haun were recognized for their performances on their role plays. Seven students are finalists in their events: • Brendan Ronne - Start-Up Business Plan • Jason Kathawa - Business Finance Services

• Mike DeDecker - Food Marketing Services • Declan Haun - Quick Serve Restaurant Management • Parker Looman - Food Marketing Services • Jon Pierre Nofar - Sports and Entertainment Marketing • Andrew Saunders and Jarod Amparo - Buying and Merchandising Team Decision Making Special thanks to these guest judges who worked with students the week prior to the competition • Alumni Tony Catullo (‘59), Jordan Candea (‘09), and Larry Salive (‘69) • Christian Financial Credit Union DLS Branch Administrator Aarran Meier • CFCU employees Ashley Maye and Rebekah Monroe • Daltile representative Erin Leszczynski • President Tuxedo representative Elyse Quint • Northwood University Admissions representative Mike Henry DECA is moderated by DLS teachers Mrs. Stephanie Howay and Mr. Dennis Koch.

Around De La Salle Senior is Top Math Contestant Senior Russell Hu, placed 58th in the 60th Michigan Math Prize Competition (MMPC). This is the highest place for a DLS student in all the years of MMPC participation. Russell is eligible for scholarship money. He received the news at the MMPC Banquet on March 11. The MMPC is administered by Eastern Michigan University. Earlier this year, Russell was awarded the 2017 Balgenorth Scholarship. The scholarship, formally named the Richard A. Balgenorth Lasallian Award for Higher Education, is in tribute to the memory of Mr. Balgenorth, ‘75, and his belief that De La Salle Collegiate plays a crucial role as a foundation for lifelong learning. The Award aims to financially assist a graduating De La Salle senior continue his education at a college or university. Russell is pictured at left with Mrs. Kim Balgenorth (wife of the late Richard), who is the Administrative Assistant in the DLS Counseling Department. Along with her family, Mrs. Balgenorth administers the scholarship.

Grant Awarded The National Football League Foundation awarded a $1,000 grant to De La Salle in September 2016 to be used for purchasing new football helmets and helmet reconditioning. Chris Godfrey (‘76), who played professional football, made DLS aware of the grant, as part of the NFL’s “Golden Football” program celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Super Bowl in 2016. Players who had played in a Super Bowl were invited to name their high school as a recipient of a “Golden Football.” Chris started in Super Bowl XXI for the New York Giants. The players’ high schools were also eligible to apply for the special grant.

Students are “Sweethearts” Over 30 DLS National Honor Society and Student Council members helped with the annual “Sweetheart Dance” and the Sanctuary at Fraser Villa, in Fraser, MI, a senior citizen residence. Students danced with residents, conversed with them and their families, and assisted with event clean-up.

Athletic News Seniors Commit to College Athletic Programs On February 1, 2017, “Signing Day,” several De La Salle seniors signed letters of intent to play college athletics. These students included

• Sebastian Grillo (Soccer), Northwood (MI) University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference • Ethan Harrington (Lacrosse & Ice Hockey), Lawrence Technological University, NAIA, Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. Front row: Jacob Nunner, Don Cameron McNeill, Vincent Manzo, Ethan Harrington, and Paul Manuszak. Back row: Kevin Lee, Allen Stritzinger, Sebastian Grillo, Keegan • Evan Holland (Football), Northwood Kresevich, Jack Skrzycki, Mike Karam, Evan Holland, and Charlie Stover. (MI) University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Baseball Championship Banner Raised Conference • Mike Karam (Baseball), Northwood (MI) University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference • Keegan Kresevich (Baseball), Saginaw Valley State University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference • Kevin Lee (Football), Michigan Technological University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference • Paul Manuszak (Lacrosse), University of DetroitMercy, Division 1, Horizon League • Vincent Manzo (Soccer), Villanova University, Division 1, Big East • Don Cameron McNeil III (Soccer), Marshall University, Division 1, Conference USA • Jacob Nunner (Soccer), University of Michigan, Division 1, Big Ten • Jack Skrzycki (Football), Northwood (MI) University, Division 2, GLIAC Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference • Charlie Stover (Lacrosse), Capital (OH) University, The 2016 Division 1 State Champion Baseball Team gathered in Division III, Ohio Athletic Conference the Bill Fox Gymnasium on Jan. 27, prior to the DLS vs. Brother Rice basketball game, for the unveiling of the Championship • Allen Stritzinger (Football), Syracuse University, Banner, the fourth state Baseball Championship in school Division 1, Atlantic Coast Conference history. Other championships were in 1993, 2000, and 2009.

Athletic News Champions! Hockey Captures First Ever State Title The DLS Varsity Hockey Team made its first trip to the State Hockey Finals, and came up winners with a 6-3 victory over the Calumet team, winners of multiple state championships. In the Division 3 championship game, first year DLS hockey player Tom Hernandez, talked into playing for his school rather than travel hockey, scored the hat trick. Also scoring were Austin Scott, Greg Pine, and James Corbett. The road to the U.S. Ice Arena and a shot at history was paved with shutout victories over University Liggett School in the pre-regional, Royal Oak in the Regional Championship, and Country Day in the quarterfinal. The Pilots beat Divine Child 5-2 in the semi-final. All together, through five playoff games, DLS outscored their opponents 25-5. “I don’t know if it is the guys I am around or what, but this is the most relaxed I have ever been throughout the playoffs,” said Coach Staskowski. “There is something about these guys that created a sense of confidence.” Hockey was inaugurated at DLS in 1999. The Pilots’ last trip to the Frozen Four was in 2014. Above: Coach Craig Staskowski with senior Captains Matt Pelto, Tom Hernandez, and Greg Pine. Below: Bro Zone supporters at the Finals.

“I couldn’t be prouder of Coach Staskowski and the entire team,” De La Salle Athletic Director Mike Watson said. “The team faced adversity this season, but bought into the process of a very talented staff and made history for De La Salle. They played for each other. They are skilled and they are smart. Those ingredients are rarely a bad combination.” The Pilots play a strong schedule in the state’s toughest league, the Michigan Interscholastic Hockey League (MIHL), with Brother Rice, Catholic Central, University of Detroit Jesuit, Orchard Lake St. Mary, Trenton, Cranbrook, Port Huron Northern, and Grosse Pointe North.

Athletic News Sports Highlights Bowling

The DLS Varsity Bowling Team captured the CHSL Regular Season Championship with a 9-1 season, won the CHSL-East, and won the CHSL Tournament. They are the 2016-17 CHSL Overall champions. The JV had a perfect season at 9-0. At right, Varsity Bowlers, and below, the Freshmen Basketball team.

Basketball

The varsity team competed for the CHSL A-B Championship against University of Detroit Jesuit, coming up short against the defending Class A State Champions. As the Collegiate went to print, the varsity had captured the District Championship and won the Regional semi-final.

The JV team finished 10-5 overall; the Freshmen team was also 10-5 and won the CHSL tourney, taking down an undefeated, 17-0 U of D Jesuit team.

Wrestling The Wrestling Team won the Norsemen Classic in early January, and held on to the Challenge Cup for the fourth straight year vs CHSL rivals University of Detroit Jesuit. The team was also a runner-up in the Cougar Classic and Fraser Duals. Junior Reggie Bostock took sixth place in the Macomb County Championships, and along with fellow junior Damani Wallace, qualified for regionals. Both Reggie and Damani were selected to the Macomb County Wrestling Coaches Association All County Honorable Mention Team. The Team earned Academic, All-State Honors.

Reggie Bostock and Damani Wallace

Athletic News Pilots Swim to 17 All-State Medals The De La Salle Swimming and Diving Team finished 5th at the Division 2 State Finals on Saturday, March 11, at Eastern Michigan University, and earned 17 All-State Medals in 9 of the 12 events. For the first time in school history, the Pilots had qualifiers in all 12 events.

Other state finishes included • Daniel Frederick, 7th, 200 Free • Josh Hodges, 6th, 200 Individual Medley • Jake Huttenlocher, 8th, 200 Individual Medley • Jacob Babe, 7th, 100 Breast • Jake Huttenlocher, 8th, 100 Breast • Josh Hodges, 7th, 100 Fly • Zach Milke, Jake Huttenlocher, Josh Hodges, and Hunter Broski, 5th, 200 Medley Relay • Zach Milke, Daniel Frederick, Jacob Babe, and Jake Huttenlocher, 4th, 400 Free Relay Also swimming in the Finals, but not making the All-State top 8, were

The Pilots’ 5th place finish overall was close to third place Birmingham Seaholm and Birmingham Groves. Dexter repeated its 2016 win as the top team. Junior Zach Milke won the 100 Backstroke; he finished 3rd in this event in 2016. He broke his own school record set earlier this year with a time of 50.40. The previous record was set in 2016 by PJ Desmet (‘16). Zach also finished 6th in the 50 Free.

Zach Milke

At the CHSL Championships, Zach broke his own 50 free record, set in January in a dual meet against Brother Rice. The 50 free record, set in 1994, had been held by David Zulkiewski (‘95). Zach also broke his own 100 freestyle record in the first leg of the 400 freestyle relay (46.31). Daniel Frederick finished 4th in the 500 Free, breaking the school record he set in preliminaries. The previous DLS record of 4:41.60 was set in 1988 by Ron Yokubison (‘88). Daniel’s prelim time was 4:41.13, and he cut his time to 4:34.70 in the finals. Daniel’s time in this event in 2016 was about ten seconds slower, and he was still 4th, showing the tremendous competition in this event.

• Jacob Babe (200 Free, 15th) • Ben Rancilio (100 Fly, 23rd) • Hunter Broski (100 Free, 27th) • Jake Huttenlocher (Diving, 24th) • Justin Burke (Diving, 32nd) • Mike McGinnity, Josh Hodges, Jacob Babe, Hunter Broski (200 Free Relay, 14th) The Pilots again grabbed the Macomb County Championship for the fifth consecutive year, and finished second behind Brother Rice at the CHSL Championships; the Pilots last finished second in 1972. The dual meet season included wins over Grosse Pointe South, Catholic Central, and University of Detroit Jesuit. The team is also Academic All-State All American for the 8th consecutive year.

Daniel Frederick

In Memoriam 1940’s

Deceased Alumni

Marvin Darga, SJ ‘49. July 21, 2016. Joseph Hoste, ‘40. December 20, 2016. Cousin of Ben Hoste ‘41. Phillip Mannone, SJ ‘47. January 17, 2017. Charles A. Reichling, ‘41. March 1, 2017. Father of Charles B. Reichling ‘92. Eugene J. Schmid, ‘46. January 15, 2017. Fred Schmitt, ‘42. November 10, 2016. Robert Schodowski, ‘45. February 27, 2017. Father of Edward Schodowski (‘79). Brother of John “Jack” Schodowski (‘46). Father-in-law of Gary Sikorski (‘72). Ray VanDamme, SJ ‘49. December 26, 2016.

1950’s

Walter J. Kanar, SJ ‘56. January 10, 2017. James Koenigbauer, SJ ‘53. July 5, 2016. Joseph Kole, SJ ‘56. January 16, 2017. Grandfather of Kyle Kole (‘06). Uncle of Scott Malick (‘89). 32

Robert Le Vasseur, ‘55. February 13, 2017. William Otenbaker, ‘57. December 22, 2016. Dale Pascoe, SJ ‘53. November 17, 2016. Joseph W. Steyaert, SJ ‘56. January 3, 2016.

Michael McNamee, ‘65. January 22, 2017. Dr. Ernst Schukraft, ‘60. January 15, 2017. Greg Wronkowicz, ‘64. December 31, 2016. Cousin of Ernie Wronkowicz (‘70). Greg Zanke, ‘63. January 6, 2017. Brother of the late Albert Zanke (‘57).

1970’s

John Currier, ‘78, January 24, 2017. Brother of Daniel Currier (‘81). Michael Marshall, ‘70. October 2, 2016. Cousin of Tom Marshall (‘73) Thomas Palczynski, ‘76. February 9, 2017.

1980’s

Stephen Chmielewski, ‘81. July 30, 2016. Brother of John Chmielewski (‘84).

1960’s

Ken Edwards, ‘88. January 13, 2017. Brother of Bill Charles Arendoski, ‘63. August 26, 2016. Brother Edwards, Jr. (‘86). Son of Bill Edwards, current member of the DLS Board of Trustees, and longtime active of Gary Arendoski (‘71). Uncle of Chris Arendoski member of the DLS Dads’ Club. (‘98) and Andrew Arendoski (‘04). William Chauvin, SJ ‘60. Recently passed; date unknown.

Paul Rickey, ‘88. July 8, 2016.

Dr. Ronald Conklin, ‘63. January 11, 2017.

Michael Tatti, ‘81. February 2, 2017. Brother of John Tatti (‘78).

Ed Greenup, ‘66, October 31, 2016.

Joseph Thompson, ‘86. January 31, 2017.

John Hayosh, ‘62. January 8, 2017. Brother of Robert Hayosh (‘54), Thomas Hayosh (‘55), and Donald Hayosh (‘61).

1990’s

Roger Klos, ‘63. February 2, 2017.

Nicholas Christy, ‘01. February 13. 2017.

Joseph Sind, ‘95. January 27, 2017.

2000’s

In Memoriam Extended Family

Elizabeth Bette Andre, February 12, 2017. Mother of Gary Paul Andre (‘68). Laura Berlin, December 19, 2016. Grandmother of Kevin Fitzhenry (‘03) and Matthew Fitzhenry (‘06). Theresa Beyer, December 1, 2016. Grandmother of Eric Beyer (‘11). Keith David Britt, Jr, February 4, 2017. Son-in-law of Ken Hafeli, ‘70. Virginia Gaer, August 30, 2016. Mother of Wally Gaer (‘64). Francis “Frank” Gietzen, June 26, 2016. Father of Daniel (‘89). Patricia Goemaere, November 18, 2016. Wife of David Goemaere (‘56). Mary Grieshaber, February 6, 2017. Wife of Ed Grieshaber (‘47). Rebecca Haag, February 13, 2017. Daughter of Ryan Haag (‘00). Rebecca was seven months old and died from complications of heart surgery. There is a Go Fund Me page set up by the Eastern Connecticut Down Syndrome Awareness, Advocacy, and Support group to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Paul Lucido, January 17, 2017. Father of Peter Lucido (‘00). Brother of Peter Lucido (‘78). Catherine Ann Mathews, February 18, 2017. Mother of Thomas Mathews (‘81) and John Mathews (‘84). Grandmother of Matthew Schoenherr (‘07), Joseph Schoenherr (‘11), and Daniel Schoenherr (‘13). Mother-in-law of Andrew Schoenherr (‘80). Ilene Michalski, January 10, 2017. Wife of John Michalski (‘73). Robert Myers, October 27, 2016. Father of Scott Myers (‘93). Fred Perrin, December 22, 2016. Husband of Sandy Perrin, former DLS faculty member. Michael Reece, November 16, 2016. Father of Josh Reece (‘12). Thomas Schmid, January 29, 2017. Father of Thomas Schmid (‘88) and Aaron Schmid (‘94). Grandfather of Joseph Opolski (‘20). Maria Simone, December 30, 2016. Mother of Sal Simone (‘74). Grandmother of Mario Simone (‘15), James Finley (‘96), and Nick Gelle (‘03). Greatgrandmother of Anthony Finley (‘20).

Geraldine Kennelly, February 26, 2017. Wife of the late John “Jack” Kennelly (‘48).

Judy Stocke, February 22, 2017. Wife of Jim Stocke (‘59).

David A. Kopitzke, February 20, 2017. Grandfather of David Crudder (‘13). Father-in-law of David Crudder (‘76).

Elaine Van Den Berghe, January 1, 2017. Wife of Don Van Den Berghe (‘58).

Christine Kotwicki Prusaitis, January 31, 2017. Sister of Victor Kotwicki (‘63) and Mark Kotwicki (‘65). Arlene Kummerl, February 27, 2017. Mother of Michael Kummerl (‘83). Grandmother of Joseph Kummerl (‘09), and Joel Weir (‘95). Sister of Edward Carter (‘50). Sister-in-law of Richard Kummerl (SJ ‘53). Aunt of Clarence Kummerl, Jr. (SJ’57).

Anna Viscomi, February 13, 2017. Wife of Mario Viscomi (SJ ‘55). Ed Wiegand, January 4, 2017. Father of Greg Wiegand (‘75), Jeff Wiegand (‘77), Dan Wiegand (‘85), and Eric Wiegand (‘87). Grandfather of Jason Wiegand (‘01), Adam Wiegand (‘03), Kyle Wiegand (‘17), Joseph Wiegand (‘20), Josh Stockton (‘01), and Trevor Stockton (‘05). Ed was a longtime active member of the DLS Dads’ Club in the 1970s and 1980s.

This list represents notifications received through March 15, 2017. If you know of an alumnus or family member who has passed, please contact John Monigold in the DLS Alumni Office at 586.541.6212.

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Upcoming De La Salle Alumni Events! Monthly Alumni Luncheons & Meetings

• DLS Class of 1941 meets on the third Thursday of the month, Noon, at Wave’s Restaurant, 24223 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. • DLS Class of 1947 meets on the first Thursday of the month, Noon, at Charlie’s Restaurant, 22315 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores. • DLS Class of 1958 meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 11:30 am, at the American Polish Cultural Center, 2975 E. Maple Road, Troy (Northwest corner of Maple & Dequindre Road). • DLS Class of 1963 meets on the third Thursday of the month, 9:00 am at the Country Inn, 35756 Van Dyke Ave. (Between 15 & 16 Mile Roads – directly across from the Chrysler Sterling Stamping Plant) Sterling Heights.

Events and Reunions

• Alumni & Friends Day at Jimmy John’s Field on Tuesday, May 2 - watch the DLS Baseball Team play Detroit Country Day. See page 17 for more information. • 36th Annual Christian Brothers’ Dinner on Thursday, May 4, 2017, 5:30 p.m., at Penna’s of Sterling, 38400 Van Dyke (East side of Van Dyke & between 16 and 17 Mile Roads). See story on page 4. • De La Salle Collegiate 2017 Graduation Ceremony (Honoring DLS Classes 1947, 1957 and 1967, and St. Joe’s Classes of 1947 and 1957) on Monday, May 15, 2017, 6 p.m., at Cornerstone Baptist, 17017 E. Twelve Mile Rd., Roseville (between Groesbeck & Gratiot). • Young Alumni Networking at Kuhnhenn Brewing Company in Warren on Wednesday, May 17. See page 17. • Class of 1967 50th Reunion - May 19-21, 2017 Contact James Quasarano: call 313-910-8880 or email jimquasarano@att.net or Joe Chiesa 248-545-5911 or calmer680@gmail.com. • Class of 1977 40th Reunion - Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11. See page 14 for details. • Pilot Golf Outing on Monday, June 12, 2017, at Gowanie Golf Club, 24770 South River Rd., Mt. Clemens. Registration at 10 a.m., Shotgun Start at 11 a.m. Dinner to follow game. See page 16 for Registration form. • Senior Alumni Luncheon at De La Salle on Wednesday, June 21, 2017.