HERITAGE SOCIETY

The Heritage Society is comprised of alumni and friends of De Smet Jesuit who have remembered the school in their estate plans — bequests, charitable trusts, gifts of insurance, or retirement funds. All gifts support De Smet Jesuit's Endowment Fund, unless otherwise specified. Such gifts provide for the long-term welfare of De Smet Jesuit and may also provide donors with valuable tax and income benefits during their lifestime. If you have remembered De Smet Jesuit in your estate plans or would like additional information on becoming a member of the Heritage Society, please contact the O ce of Institutional Advancement at 314.567.3500

Mr. Robert E. Bailey*

Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Bazan, Jr. '75

Dr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Beidle

Mr. J. Hunt Benoist

Mr. Genehan T. Brion '02

Mr. and Mrs. Dale Burgman

Mr. Norbert V. Bussmann

Mr. and Mrs.* John P. Capellupo

Miss Maria V. Del Campo*

Mr. Edward J. Dempsey*

Mr. Robert T. Dittmeier '71

Mr. and Ms. Timothy K. Dolan '73

Ms. Bonnie A. Donovan*

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Eschen '71

Mr.* and Mrs. James Goessling '73

Mr. and Mrs. John C. Goessling III '71

Mr. James W. Hall II

Mr. and Mrs. Glennon M. Heitmann '79

Dr. Richard F. Huck, Jr., M.D.

Lt. Col. Leonard S. Kosakowski '73

Mr. Roger C. Kreutz ‘71*

Mr. and Mrs. Leo Lawrence

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Lorenz '73

Ms. Carol Malone

Mr. and Mrs. John A. McManus

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Mess

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. Passanise '86

Mr. Gregory L. Pohlman '78*

Mr. and Mrs. Brett A. Rufkahr '83

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Sellinger

The Hon. Leonor K. Sullivan*

Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Temme

Mr. and Mrs. John G. Wilson '75

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher D. Wright '81

De Smet has more than 80 endowed scholarships, worth a total of nearly $5.7 million. Raising funds to support student scholarships is one of De Smet’s most important priorities.

Since September 5, 1967, when the doors of De Smet Jesuit High School opened to 244 excited young men, the Class of 1971 has led the way in establishing traditions and helping to create the culture of the school. By definition, almost everything it did was a first. Last year the class notched another milestone when it celebrated the first 50th year reunion in De Smet’s history. A committee of 1971 alumni worked for almost two years on the project. Reunion highlights included a massive “Yearbook,” the brainchild of Dave Bussmann, a Mass of Remembrance, organized by Jim Finkenkeller, and other events and activities.

The 50th Reunion year ended on a high note, with the class raising more than $215,000 (including a $25,000 bequest commitment) to support De Smet Jesuit through its Class Gift.

More than $78,000 was raised to support the Class of 1971 Endowed Scholarship, Some $113,000 was raised for other programs, including unrestricted support through the Blackrobe Society.

The Class of 1971 Endowed Scholarship is one of 27 such named class scholarships. With the new fundraising gifts and pledges, there will be approximately $91,000 in De Smet Jesuit’s endowment. These endowments annually pay out about 5% for scholarship support.

Fall 2021 proved to be an important time for the Class of 1991 to re-connect with both each other and De Smet Jesuit. Close to one-third of our class gathered for our 30th Reunion Weekend in September, which was the highest attendance we’d seen in years! Several classmates traveled quite a distance to be part of the events. The spirit and participation continued in November when close to 20% of the class proudly contributed to the record-setting Giving Tuesday campaign. There was an overwhelming sense of generosity and willingness to participate in such a crucial e ort that provides needed scholarship funds for both current and future Spartans. I’m optimistic that our class’ involvement and enthusiasm for giving back will continue to grow in the years ahead!