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Managing Editors: Mike Carrier ‘06 Dan Collins Jr. ‘84 Editors: Susan Martin Tim Henry ‘72 Editorial Contributions: Thomas J. Jensen ‘65 Steven Huber Dennis Antoniotti ‘68 Avi Creditor - www.si.com Photography: Denny Barnes ‘79 Anne Ink, LLC Mark Krysiak ‘13 Mike Rossi - http://MichaelRossiPhotography.com Robert H. Miller www.portraitsofservice.com Design & Production: Anne Ink, LLC Detroit Catholic Central High School Administration: President - Rev. Richard Ranalletti, C.S.B. rranalletti@catholiccentral.net Principal - Rev. John Huber, C.S.B., Ed.D. jhuber@catholiccentral.net The Aluminator is published three times every year by the Detroit Catholic Central Alumni Office. Circulation: 12,500 Submissions can be emailed to: Rev. Raymond Paramo, C.S.B. rparamo@catholiccentral.net (248) 596-3864 Submissions can be mailed to: The Aluminator Detroit Catholic Central High School 27225 Wixom Road Novi, MI 48374 To reach the Alumni Office: (248) 596-3838 Fax: (248) 596-3839 For Information: Director of Alumni Relations Mike Carrier ‘06 (248) 596-3844 mcarrier@catholiccentral.net

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In This Issue FEATURES A Message from the President Chatterbox Military CC Profiles Joe Luther ‘77 - CarProof Vehicle History Reports Richard Hoeg ‘98, Thomas Hoeg ‘01 - ByteSize Games introduces FlipShip Spirit of CC Profiles Bill McNish ‘59 - McNish Family Foundation Dominique Fischer ‘05 - Dominique Fischer Memorial Foundation George Turek ‘66 - George ‘66 and Linda Turek Family Scholarship Fund Alumni Association News Reunions Practice of the Spiritual Life at Catholic Central Calendar of Events Wedding Bells Baby Bells In Memoriam The Drive Results School Bells Sports Break Sports Schedule

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A Note from the Editor Many of you tell me that you begin reading your Aluminator by looking at “Chatterbox” and “The Bells.” Please don’t forget that those are the parts that we cannot include without help from you. We need you to send us updates of your milestones and accomplishments. Your travels and other activities are also of interest to your classmates. Submissions: For inclusion in the Fall 2012 issue of the Aluminator, all updates, articles and photos must be received by June 21, 2012. Email submissions to: mcarrier@catholiccentral.net or dcollins@catholiccentral.net. You may also mail your materials to us at: The Aluminator, Detroit Catholic Central High School, 27225 Wixom Road, Novi, MI 48374

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A Message from the President Dear Alumni and Friends, Last fall we completed the five-year evaluation cycle required by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges for continued accreditation. One of the most gratifying commendations that this group of mostly non-Catholic educators gave us was that, unlike many Catholic Schools that only have the name on the building and the cross on the wall, they found evidence of the centrality of the Catholic faith in every aspect of Catholic Central’s program. Faith permeates our instruction, our athletics, our counseling and, of course, our alumni. This year’s Florida Reunion will begin with a Mass requested by the alumni. Ours is a sacramental faith, outward signs of an inward reality. Alumni will remember Fr. Ned Donoher leading his class in the Rosary. They will remember the Sodality, the Altar Servers, Search Retreats, school and class Masses and the prayer before Our Lady before the big game. Today, some of those forms have changed. The Masses are still there, and with our larger Chapel, we can now have full grade Masses and lunch time devotions throughout the year. Now it’s Kairos retreats as well as the day-long retreat for everyone. It’s required community service hours, crosses on the back of every wrestling uniform, the Brothers’ Club and Right-to-Life trips. The daily Mass before school has taken on more of a community aspect with students, teachers and parents and even neighbors joining at 7:30 am. As you will see in this issue of the Aluminator, the spiritual life is thriving at school and with our alumni. Perhaps that might be the reason there is renewed interest in the Priesthood. Since its inception, Catholic Central has been a project of the Basilian Fathers, a small community of mostly educators centered around Christ and the common life and doing the work of evangelization through education. My personal Basilian experience began as a high school freshman in 1958. It has extended through college, advanced degrees and service in Basilian schools ever since. One would think I might have seen all there was to see, but I recently found out the story is not yet over. In January, our Superior General came to see me (that itself was something that never happened before), to say that he had a new job for me. He has appointed me Secretary/Treasurer General of the Basilian Community as of July 1, 2012. When the Superior General comes and says he has a job for you, the vow of obedience says you do it. I didn’t seek this job, but I think I will find it a challenge in the best sense. It does, however, mean that I can no longer be President of Catholic Central, a job I thought I would have until retirement. That is the sad part because being at Catholic Central for the past twelve years has been a real blessing. I ask your prayers both for me and for the local Basilian community that will now begin the process of naming the next President of Catholic Central. The support of the alumni has been one of the most gratifying parts of this job, and I thank each one of you who have helped in any way. We’ll keep you informed as the process of naming my successor moves forward. In July, I’ll be moving to Toronto for the duration of the appointment, but I assure you, you haven’t seen the last of me! Sincerely in Christ,

Fr. Richard Ranalletti, C.S.B. President

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT • SPRING 2012

CHATTERBOX Staying Connected With Your Classmates THE NIFTY ’50s 1959 – DENNIS SPALLA had the privilege of watching several CC hockey players in a unique high school Hockey Showcase held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. There were eight teams, including two from Michigan, two from Minnesota, two from New England, and two from global entries and players from as far away as Russia, Latvia, Norway, Sweden, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Finland. There were almost as many college coaches and professional scouts in attendance as there were players. Dennis wrote: “Let me tell you how proud I was of the players from CC. Nolan Gluchowski ’12, Charlie Green ’13, Michael Babcock ’13, Tyler Van Norman ’12, Peter Halash ’12, Steven Haydon ’12, Carson Gatt ’14 played very well, and stood out among the top players in the world at that event. It was very rewarding to see their dedication and focus, their leadership and discipline, and their unselfish teamwork. They conducted themselves well, and they showcased all the values you would want our students and athletes to live, on and off the ice. If a coach was looking for talent and character and grit, they could have selected our CC players in all categories. Congratulations to those Shamrocks and to the school and students they represented.”

THE PSYCHEDELIC ’60s 1961 – ROBERT E. MARAKA has been doing some writing during his retirement, including “Pray for Today,” published by Zulon Press and available on-line through Amazon.com or Barnes & Noble.

1974 – PAUL NOETZEL received a promotion to Director of Asset Services for the central Texas region of CBRE, Inc., which includes an approximately eleven million square foot real estate management portfolio in Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso. “This is a much deserved promotion,” said Rob Roy, CBRE’s Senior Managing Director for Asset Services for the South Central U.S. region. “Paul has been a key team member in our Austin group for six years and has played a vital role in CBRE’s growth in the local market.” Paul offers 25 years of management experience in commercial real estate. He joined CBRE in 2006 as part of the Trammell Crow Company merger. He was previously employed with Lincoln Property Company as the Director of Property Management, where he oversaw the property management team and was responsible for the 100 Congress Building and Las Cimas properties. Prior to moving to Lincoln, Paul was the Senior Portfolio Manager with Kucera Management responsible for management of an over 600,000 square foot portfolio. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm (in terms of 2010 revenue). 1976 – BISHOP MICHAEL BYRNES celebrated Mass at St. Therese of Liseaux Parish in Shelby Township to install the new pastor. Some CC alumni were in attendance.

1967 – JACK RAJKOVICH is back in the classroom! He is teaching at St. Catherine of Sienna Academy in the school’s second year. Jack is a longtime member of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

1977 – BILL PARRAN, Whelan Award winner in 1977, bowled his first-ever 300 game on November 15, 2011, at Woodland Lanes in Livonia. Ironically, Woodland Lanes is home to the CC Bowling Team.

THE TECHNO ’80s 1980 – TOM GRACE has written his sixth novel which was published last month, an election thriller entitled The Liberty Intrigue. The Liberty Intrigue is a departure from his previous five novels, which are all part of the Nolan Kilkenny series of spy thrillers. In this novel, a brilliant engineer from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula runs against a very progressive incumbent in a race for the presidency. To win the White House, Ross Egan must mount the most unorthodox presidential campaign ever attempted and navigate through a daunting new world marked by character assassination, high-level corruption, armed raids, and political murder. [This was probably written before super pacs, or that too would have been included.] As part of the launch week for The Liberty Intrigue, Tom was scheduled to speak at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC, a prominent conservative lobby. He was the first novelist to be asked to do so. For more information visit http://tomgrace.net. (Book image courtesy tomgrace.net) 1981 – Ed Pobur – Cadillac of Novi Congratulations to Ed Pobur ’81, General Manager of Cadillac of Novi who guided his dealership to the top spot as the #1 Cadillac Dealer in the nation for the year 2011.

THE GROOVY ’70s 1971 – ORRIN TIBBITS is teaching fifth grade at Spiritus Sanctus Academy in Plymouth.

Left to right: Ed Trojniak ’50, Ken Wicka ’50, Mark Stout ’67, Bishop Michael Byrnes ’76, Ken Popis ’48 and Don Salazar ’53. Missing: Rich Pazin ’53 and Fr. Matt Ellis ’78, Associate Pastor at St. Therese.

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THE HAPPENING ’90s 1993 – MAJ. TIM KNOTH, U.S.A. and his son, Evan, visited the school on Friday, January 6, 2012, and toured the “new” building for the first time. Tim reconnected with classmate Aaron Babicz ’93 and former homeroom teacher, Tony Magni, as well as others. Tim is currently a Major in the U.S. Army, and he and his family live in Colorado. Shortly after his visit, Tim wrote:

Frank Firek ’83 crossing the finish line of his first triathlon in July.

THE TECHNO ’80s cont. 1983 – FRANK FIREK is the president of Myco Enterprises, Inc., a supplier of high volume, fabricated steel components. They recently moved their offices from Novi to Southfield to upgrade their office space and to be closer to their customer base. Last summer, in an effort to find motivation to keep in shape, he set an unreasonable goal of doing a triathlon; yet, he actually completed three sprintdistance triathlon races here in the Detroit area. The combination of mixing up your workouts with three sports has been fun, and the exhilaration of crossing the finish line is addicting. Frank is targeting a 1/2-Ironman for this coming summer. He and his wife, Amy, have two boys, ages 2 and 6, and they are expecting a third child this summer.

Frank Firek ’83 and his sons at a Michigan football game. 4

CHATTERBOX • SPRING 2012

“CC is truly the best place around. My time there was marked by the best years of my youth and being back amongst the brothers in the new building, with Evan by my side, meant the world to me. It is an experience that neither he nor I will soon forget. He has had all of his gear on all weekend since our visit. He loved it! Please pass along my heartfelt appreciation to everyone that helped make our afternoon together on Donoher Drive so awesome. I hope to see you again soon on one of my future Michigan visits. Thanks for all you are doing for our young men, our alumni, and Catholic Central. Keep up the great work and all the best to you in 2012. Live and Die for CC High!” 1993 – MIKE MITTMAN and four other CC Alums get together every year in Hell, Michigan, for the annual Dances with Dirt Relay. This year was no different. Declan O’Donohue ’92, Brandon Dalziel ’93 and Eric McKeon ’93 joined Mike this year, while Mike Dorrington ’93 was unable to attend. Mike, Declan, Brandon, Eric and Mike all ran track and cross country at CC. Brandon

Left to right: Declan O’Donohue ’92, a friend of Eric’s filling in for Mike Dorrington’s noticeable absence, Brandon Dalziel ’93, Eric McKeon ’93 and Michael Mittman ’93.

Dalziel and Eric McKeon were on the 1992 State Champion 4x800 Relay Team, and Mike Mittman was a 1992 Individual State Champion in Cross Country. 1993 – JAMES SHANNON earned his Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan-Dearborn on December 18, 2010. Prior to the commencement ceremonies, Shannon was selected to be the student speaker to address the graduates. Jim submitted several letters of recommendation from professors within UM-Dearborn’s College of Business, as well as professional colleagues with significant ties to the University. “I had tossed the idea around as something that would be nice to be a part of, and encouragement from my classmates within the MBA program really sealed the deal to make the most of my application.” Before the graduation ceremony, Jim, his wife, Emily, and his daughters enjoyed a reception with UM-Dearborn Chancellor Daniel Little at the Henry Ford Estate. Also in attendance were Chancellor’s Medallion winners, undergraduates recognized for high scholarship and outstanding achievement in and out of the classroom. “It was exciting to be in attendance at that luncheon and to underscore to my daughters the continued importance of lifelong learning.” Along with that emphasis on lifelong learning, (Jim also earned his BA from UM-Dearborn in 1998) Shannon’s speech highlighted Henry Ford, on whose former estate UM-Dearborn is established, the University’s Metropolitan Vision, and UM-Dearborn’s importance within the entire University of Michigan community. “It was an immense honor to be selected to represent my class that day and share this achievement with my family and friends. It’s their support which made the accomplishment that much more memorable.” Jim currently resides in Allen Park with his wife of ten years, Emily, and his daughters, Madelynn and Meredith. He works for Sprint Nextel Corporation where he is the Midwest Region Sales Operations Manager.

1996 – RICHARD O. FREIJ, M.D. graduated from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He is now a resident in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Pathology.

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1996 – REV. CLINT McDONELL, who was most recently at Divine Child Parish in Dearborn, was assigned to Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. He is studying for his Masters and Doctorate in Philosophy. He will be there approximately five years. Fr. Clint has also been helping out at two nearby parishes and tutoring a seminarian in Latin. 1996 – JOHN SPOLSKY was honored posthumously with the “Commitment to Excellence Award” from St. Robert Bellarmine Parish on February 12, 2012. The award is given “for their faith, character, academic, and tremendous athletic accomplishments.” John shared the award with Mike Martin ’08.

24th Annual Alumni Association Dinner • April 26, 2012 The Catholic Central Alumni Association cordially invites you to attend the 24th Annual Alumni Association Dinner honoring Stan Sheridan ’60 and the late Fr. John Ward, C.S.B. ’59 as recipients of the Rev. Canning Harrison Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Annual Alumni Association Dinner Reservations Photocopy this form – or complete this one and cut it out – and return it in the enclosed envelope in this issue, along with your check, or fill in the credit-card information on the envelope. Name: __________________________________ Email: __________________________________

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THE VIRTUAL ’00s 2003 – ANDREW EGGERT graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Notre Dame. He was a valedictorian candidate at Notre Dame and was the recipient of the Hamilton Award for the highest grade point in Finance. Andrew also played hockey at Notre Dame. He is now an associate with Madison Dearborn, a private investment firm in Chicago, Illinois. He plans to pursue his MBA in September 2012.

for the fourth time in the last five seasons. Their season ended (20-12-6) in an overtime loss (2-1) to No. 1 seeded Yale in the NCAA East Regional. The Falcons were ranked 18th in the Nation. 2009 – EVAN MALECKE and 2011 – MICHAEL TOLKACZ were named co-Most Improved Players for the Albion Men’s Soccer Team. In addition, Evan was named one of the captains for next fall’s team.

2009 – TONY THOMAS, who plays hockey for the Air Force Academy, was named “Rookie of the Week” twice during last season and scored 7 goals and had 10 assists. He played in every game last season for the Falcons. His team, the Air Force Falcons, won the AHA Tournament and advanced to the NCAA tournament

Above: Tony with two of his linemates: Jason Fabian (Minnesota), Tony and Casey Kleisinger (Colorado). Below: Tony and his Dad, Chris, after they beat YALE in the regular season. Tony received “rookie of the week” after that game. Inset: Tony’s championship ring that he received this year at the 1st home football game - for winning the AHA conference.

CHATTERBOX • SPRING 2012

Sadly, we did not receive any firm identification for the Mystery Photo highlighted in our Winter 2012 Aluminator. If anyone can help us,

2003 – MIKE ROSE moved to Washington, D.C., and works at the Pentagon. He plans to return to Michigan in April. He currently works for the Army’s Science and Technology Headquarters. 2008 – MIKE MARTIN was honored with the “Commitment to Excellence Award” from St. Robert Bellarmine Parish on February 12, 2012. The award is given “for their faith, character, academic, and tremendous athletic accomplishments.” Mike Martin shared the award with the late John Spolsky ’96.

Winter 2012 Mystery Photo Identified

please take another look at the last issue and contact the Alumni Office. Thank you, Mike Carrier ‘06

Evan Malecke ’09 & Michael Tolkacz ’11

THE CONNECTED ’10s 2010 – BRANDON HESS scored the winning goal in double overtime to lead the Madonna University Soccer Team over Brandon Hess ’10 Aquinas College to win the WolverineHoosier Athletic Conference Tournament Championship. Winning the conference championship allowed the Crusaders to advance to the NAIA Tournament for the first time since 2008. Their season ended in the opening round. 2010 – RYAN OBUCHOWSKI is currently a defenseman and team captain for the Indiana Ice of the Ryan Obuchowski ’10 USHL. Ryan has thrived this season. As of February 21, 2012, he was leading all United States Hockey League defensemen with 24 assists and had also scored five goals. Ryan was a member of the 2009 & 2010 State Champion Hockey Teams at CC.

Register on the Alumni Website today! 1. Go to www.catholiccentral.net 2. Click on “Alumni” at the top 3. “Login” or “Register” It’s easy to do, and it’s free to join other Alumni with online information. Stay connected with fellow alums, receive the Shamrock News E-newsletter, and keep current with activities and events. To update your profile, mark any information that you want unpublished as “Private” with a check mark, and change “NetCommunity” to “Yes.” This may be the time to remind you… Many of you tell me that you begin reading your Aluminator by looking at “Chatterbox” and “The Bells.” Please don’t forget that those are the parts that we cannot include without help from you. We need you to send us updates of your milestones and accomplishments. Your travels and other activities are also of interest to your classmates. – Editor

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Young Alumni Profile: Soccer Americans Abroad: Gatt set for big stage, Dempsey matches McBride by Avi Creditor from www.si.com on October 31, 2011 Josh Gatt ‘10 wasn’t on the field as his team cemented a monumental achievement, but that doesn’t mean he won’t be able to reap the benefits of his club’s first league championship. Gatt’s Molde FK played to a draw over the weekend, and that, combined with Josh Gatt ‘10 was part of a titleBrann’s victory over winning team in his first season in Rosenborg, ensured that the Norway. injured American’s team will win the league championship in Norway’s top flight and secure the 20122013 UEFA Champions League berth that goes along with the title. Coached by former Manchester United striker and reserves coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Gatt thrived in his first professional season in Norway

before suffering a hamstring injury that cut his season short. His pace and technical skill make him a natural flank attacker -- even though he was used on the right wing and at fullback with Molde -- and his dynamic showing this season is evidence of why he’s widely considered to be among the top echelon of U.S. prospects to watch over the coming years. Barring an unexpected transfer elsewhere, the 20-year-old Gatt will get a chance to compete in the Champions League next summer (Molde, which also employs seldom-used young American left back Sean Cunningham, will enter in the second qualifying round of the tournament), which would be quite the landmark feat in the U.S. under-20 international’s brief career. It would also provide a chance for another American to make some headlines in the competition, following in the semi-recent footsteps of Maurice Edu and DaMarcus Beasley, among others. As far as some Americans have come in terms of overseas club soccer, the only one currently taking part in the Champions League is Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper David Yelldell, and he’s unlikely to see any minutes in the competition unless current starter Bernd Leno gets injured, suspended or demoted. Should Gatt compete in the Champions League, he’d hold one of the few distinctions that Clint Dempsey has yet to realize in his prolific career abroad. And while a transfer to a Champions League club might be in the cards down the line for Dempsey, his list of accomplishments at Fulham continues to grow nevertheless.

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[Excerpt from Portraits of Service] In the words of eighty-four-year-old Bill Williams ’45: “Toward the end of World War II, as many of us were graduating high school, we would try to enlist in one of the branches of service. With the end of the war obviously near, everyone was being more selective. Since I had injured my knees playing football in high school, I was not accepted. That was a very hard thing to deal with, when so many young men I knew were going. When Korea came around, I was drafted in September of 1950 and sent to join the 163 MP’s at Fort Custer. I could go home on leave, since it was only a few hours from Detroit. I was placed in a National Guard Unit that had originally been part of the Presidential Honor Guard in Washington, D.C.

The first thing I noticed in Korea was the heat and the smell; they were both awful. I thought it was pretty ironic that the first person I met at the bottom of the gangplank was a guy from my own street in Detroit, Vic Banonis ’46…The next thing I saw was how poor the people were and how dirty everything was. Korea was quite a stressful place, as any war-plagued country would be. For example, my company commander, a captain, received a ‘Dear John’ letter from his wife and committed suicide. I was selected to be one of the men in the investigation. It was so sad, and a painful memory for me.

Bill Williams ’45 is a financial advisor in Livonia. Photo by Robert H. Miller. I am proud of the fact that I served my country when I was called upon, and I was able to serve with many excellent men. When I finally got home, I was so excited to be back on U.S. soil that the very first thing I did was kiss the ground.”

“When I finally got home, I was so excited to be back on U.S. soil that the very first thing I did was kiss the ground.”

When we were sent to Korea, I remember being on a troop ship which was way overloaded – five thousand men on a ship designed for three thousand. It took about twenty days – we went through a typhoon, ran out of water, and had very little food.

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Airman First Class James P. Hoeffel ‘50, U.S. Air Force After Mass, Jim and his fellow altar boys at Our Lady of Sorrows in Farmington had time to listen to Fr. Clemens, C.S.B. talk about the attributes of Catholic Central High School, a Basilian-run school 26 miles away in Detroit. Jim joined the freshman class in September 1946, at the Belmont location next to Blessed Sacrament Cathedral. He had Fr. Martin, C.S.B., founder of the Boys’ Bowl game, as homeroom teacher. As a junior, Jim had Fr. Clemens for homeroom, and at the beginning of his senior year Fr. Clemens introduced the CC fight song beginning with “Hull-a-ba-loo-kinec-kinec.” Needless to say the song and melody, borrowed from Texas A&M during Fr. Clemens’ year in Houston, was well received by the student body. The Class of 1950 graduated at the Detroit Institute of Arts on June 11, 1950. North Korea invaded South Korea June 25, 1950. Jim went to work for Chrysler but was laid off toward the end of the summer. President Truman decreed that 80% of the U.S. steel production would be allocated to U.S. defense. Jim and his pals decided to join the “new” U.S. Air Force created in 1947. The bases were flooded with recruits, and his entry was delayed until January 6, 1951. Jim was 18 years old. The new volunteers departed from Fort Wayne in Detroit by steam engine and arrived at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas only to be bussed, due to overcrowding, to Sheppard A.F.B. at Wichita Falls, Texas, for basic training. Upon graduation Jim was assigned to the 647th AC&W Squadron at Fort Meade, Maryland. Jim’s duties included working in Tech supply, and he was promoted to Airman Third Class. In September Jim volunteered for overseas duty and eventually arrived in Guam and was stationed at Anderson A.F. B., headquarters for the 19th Bomb Wing. Jim pulled a two-year stint in the hot jungle accompanied by giant bugs. His group supported the war effort flying to and over Korea during the War. Eventually the armistice was signed, bringing the end to hostilities, and Jim spent the next year in Tachicawa, Japan. He was a part of FEAMCOM Air Force Base working in logistics for the Far East Air Force. His responsibilities increased as he now was an Airman First Class. Jim received an honorable discharge on November 3, 1954, and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. On September 26, 1959, Jim married his girlfriend, Betty, in a ceremony at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Jim and Betty had three children: James Michael Hoeffel ’78, who passed away June 30, 1992; a daughter, Joy Elizabeth Hoeffel; and John Anthony Hoeffel, who attended CC for his freshman year. Starting in 2007, Jim organized and sponsored more than 10 golf outings for active duty military personnel at his own expense.

Joy Hoeffel, the late James Hoeffel ’78, Jim Hoeffel ’50, John Hoeffel and Betty Hoeffel.

Jim has remained active with the Korean War Veterans including the Far East Air Force Veterans and the “Graybeards,” a Korean War Veterans Association. Jim is also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. On November 11, 2011, Veteran’s Day, Jim returned to Our Lady of Sorrows School, after 65 years, and was honored and recognized for his service. The kids were thrilled to learn that Jim was one of them. In a letter addressed to Jim and dated June 1, 2010, Lee Myongbak, the President of the Republic of Korea, thanked the U.S. Korean War Veterans for their “selfless sacrifice in fighting tyranny and aggression.” The letter was in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War. It concludes by stating, “Please accept, once again, our warmest gratitude and deepest respect. You will always remain our true heroes and we assure you that we will continue to do our best to make you proud. On behalf of the Korean people, I would like to say ‘Thank You’.” Jim, we at Catholic Central, also thank you for your service. Respectfully submitted by Thomas J. Jensen, ‘65.

Catholic Central Veterans Group Please continue to let us know if you are a Veteran or on Active Duty. We have identified about 170 Alumni so far. There are many more Alumni who are Veterans or on Active Duty. We’d like to know who they are. You can download a form by clicking the link in the monthly e-newsletter, or you can email the information. Email Mike Carrier ’06 at MCarrier@catholiccentral.net or Jim Muir ’65 at Jimmuir@mi.rr.com.

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PROFILES

Spotlighting Alumni & Members of Our CC Family

ALUMNI BUSINESS PROFILE: A Business Reversal Leads to a Successful New Company lawyer collaborated to form a Canadian used car history service based in London, Ontario, called LienQuest.com. “When we formed the company, we had the naïve idea that this would be a very easy business endeavor,” explained Joe. “We knew there was a great need for the service especially since, at the time, there were hundreds of Joe Luther ‘88 (right); Bill Luther (center); business associate. thousands of vehicles being imported from Canada to the U.S. It started in the summer of 2000 when Joe with no lien data whatsoever. We thought that Luther ’77 received a request from his brother, if we just connected all the lien databases into Bill, to help him unravel a mess. Bill Luther our system, we would have a product that the was a successful used car wholesaler who U.S. government would require as part of the specialized in importing used vehicles from import process.” Canada into the U.S. Unfortunately, this time Unfortunately, it wasn’t that easy. Right after he had purchased 14 newer GMC Denali LienQuest got its product up and running, the models from a very respectable dealer in September 11th terrorist attacks occurred. Canada who was unaware that the vehicles Importing cars into the U.S. slowed he was selling to Bill Luther all had active and dramatically, and the subsequent weakening valid liens registered against them by GMAC of the U.S. dollar eventually eliminated the in Quebec. Bill Luther had already sold the incentive for importing cars from Canada. vehicles to Detroit and Ohio area car dealers, all of whom had retailed the vehicles. When GMAC of Quebec began repossessing the vehicles from the retail customers’ driveways, Bill Luther called Joe, who is an attorney, for advice. The first thing Joe learned is that the vehicle ownership system in Canada is very different than the U.S. In the U.S., cars have titles, and any liens are typically recorded on the titles in order for them to be valid. In Canada, there are registrations for cars, but not titles; and valid liens are recorded in the registrar’s office of the province where the vehicle was financed. When Joe learned that there were no used car history reports in Canada, like Carfax in the U.S., to provide car dealers with this data, a business idea was created. In the fall of 2000, Joe, his brother, the dealer from Canada who sold Joe’s brother the tainted vehicles, and that dealer’s Canadian

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Today CarProof has become the standard for used vehicle history reports in Canada.

“By 2003 we wondered whether our investment of time and money had been a big waste,” said Luther. “[But] instead of calling it quits, we decided to create a comprehensive used car history report for the Canadian market because there was no such service, and the U.S. competitors showed no interest in making a Canada-specific product.” In 2005, LienQuest changed its name to CarProof and launched a report that

contained information similar to Carfax in the U.S. but which also included Canadian lien data and exclusive accident data from the Canadian insurance industry. “When we made the deal to buy the accident data from the insurance industry we took a really big chance, but we also knew we had something special,” said Luther. “The investors were still the main employees of CarProof, but we began to hire a staff to sell our product to the used car industry in Ontario.” By 2006, all of the dealer auto auctions in Canada were using and promoting CarProof. With that momentum, CarProof began to have success with the auto manufacturers’ remarketing divisions and eventually with the big car dealer groups. By 2008, CarProof finally posted its first profitable year. Today CarProof has become the standard for used vehicle history reports in Canada. In 2011, CarProof became the first Canadian company to receive the prestigious “Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies” award from Deloitte Canada in three consecutive years. In February, CarProof received an even greater award when it was named one of Canada’s “Top 50 Best Managed” companies. CarProof now has over 50 employees across Canada. “Apart from the obvious business success, what I am most proud of about CarProof is how our product has helped to create a sense of transparency in the used car market in Canada,” said Joe Luther. “Some provinces have even enacted regulations which require dealers to disclose data that our reports provide. We are constantly getting customer surveys that thank us for revealing the bad and good news about the history of the used car they were about to buy.” What started out as a big legal mess for Joe Luther’s brother, ended as a nice business success story for Joe and his business partners. Ironically, one of CarProof’s biggest customers is GMAC of Canada.

Richard Hoeg ‘98 | Thomas Hoeg ’01 ByteSize Games Announces iPhone Title Flipship ByteSize Games, Inc., a Michigan-based startup headed by ex-Insomniac Games developer Thomas Hoeg ’01, released its first game last September. The game is called FlipShip, and it is for iPhone and iOS devices.

Pricing and Availability FlipShip is available from the Apple App Store and through iTunes.

In FlipShip, the player’s goal is deceptively simple: tilt the iPhone to move towards enemies of the same color, then let the ship’s automatic firing function take care of the rest. But that’s not the end of the story.

About ByteSize ByteSize Games, Inc., is the brainchild of Chief Executive Officer Thomas Hoeg, returning to his native state of Michigan to form the two-man operation after working on Ratchet and Clank: A Crack in Time in sunny Los Angeles for Burbank-based Insomniac Games.

Enemy ships of the opposite color present a constant danger, and while each successive enemy destroyed is worth just a bit more than the one before it, the points received for such destruction are still “at risk” until the player “flips.” For that they’ll need to tap the screen, “flipping” their ship into its opposite color and flipping their enemies from predators to prey. Of course “flipping” also reduces the player’s combo level back to zero, so they’ll most certainly want to hang on just as long as possible without tapping that screen. “The player is constantly making the decision to wager their current points against the potential for future ones, and that keeps the experience tense and exciting even after they’ve logged many hours of playing time,” said Hoeg. “Trying to ‘thread the needle’ through a quickly closing gap in an enemy formation with five hundred thousand points on the line is a surprisingly tense experience for such a simple-seeming game, and that is what will keep people coming back for more.” Roy Wilson Associate Broker 40 Years Experience Top 1% Nationally Over 400 Million Sold

“The name really describes the kind of games that we want to make,” said Hoeg. “Games that feature lots of simple, repeatable fun, that you can enjoy in small amounts or big - whatever you want. We don’t want to make games that are overly complex or require a lot of additional learning to enjoy. From the moment you start, we want to make sure you can get right into the fun. You don’t have to earn it.” FOR MORE INFORMATION: Request promotional codes, exclusive materials or interview access. Please contact Richard Hoeg ‘98 at rick@bytesize-games.com.

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SPIRIT

Corporate Partners, Foundations & Matching Gifts

Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge

McNish Family Foundation We are all familiar with the motto of the Basilian Fathers and Catholic Central High School: Teach me Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge, and we all live our lives trying to aspire to those virtues. There is one among us who lives those virtues every day, especially the virtue of goodness, and that one is Bill McNish ’59. A tireless and disciplined business man, Bill McNish was inspired to do good by the example of his own father, Samuel McNish, a member of the CC Dads’ Club Executive Board in the 1950’s. Bill has built a variety of successful businesses with discipline, dedication, honesty and loyalty. Among his businesses he counts McNish Sporting Goods, Judd Industrial Contracting and his primary company: The McNish Group – a premier insurance agency founded in 1968. Bill has spent his adult life sharing his goodness and good fortune with others. For decades he has supported the youth of our communities through his support of the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) of Detroit. For over a decade, he chaired the annual CYO Golf Outing, raising in excess of $500,000 for the CYO. Today, most important to Bill and his family, is the extraordinary McNish Family Foundation.

McNish Family Foundation Annual Golf Outing Date: Monday, September 17, 2012 Place: Western Golf & Country Club, Redford MI Cost: $250 per golfer Includes golf, lunch and dinner with cocktails Sponsorships available!

For more information, contact Christine McNish at (248) 544-4800 or mcnishfoundation@mcnish.com

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Founded in 2003, the McNish Family Foundation is run by a Board of Directors lead by President, Mrs. Carol McNish and daughters Christine, Suzanne, Elizabeth and niece Megan Shannon Curoe. The Foundation has a simple Bill ‘59 and Carol McNish mission: provide individual young people with opportunities that can significantly change their lives. The McNish family believes that each young person can reach extraordinary heights when provided with positive experiences and role models. Some of the experiences supported financially by the Foundation include: • Need-based scholarships to private primary and secondary schools • Need-based scholarships to summer camps and enrichment programs • Need-based access to sports, music and art programs Catholic Central High School is the grateful recipient of one of the need-based scholarships and for the past four years, the McNish Family Foundation has assisted some outstanding young men realize the dream of a CC education. Additionally, the Foundation funds scholarships at Mercy High School, Shrine High School, Loyola High School and Notre Dame Prep. The funding of these scholarships and programs only happens because of the commitment of the entire McNish family and the support of extended family and friends. Throughout the year, the Foundation organizes a variety of fund-raising activities to support the Foundation. Among the premier events are the self-proclaimed Best Family St. Patrick’s Day Party of the Year and an annual Golf Outing (see left). The proud patriarch of his family, Bill is the brother of Larry ’62 (dec.), father of Bob, John ’84, Christine and Suzanne and the cousin of Joe Shannon ’77 and Sean Shannon ’79. Bill hopes to see his grandson Jack continue the family legacy by wearing the royal blue and white as a member of the Class of 2019. The Spirit of CC is alive and well as demonstrated to us by Bill McNish and family. As he has taught his family and friends, Bill’s philosophy is simple, “I want to help those who need help.” Perhaps we could all gain some inspiration from this simple, but profound philosophy.

Jesse Kato ’12 – Recipient of the 2011-12 McNish Family Foundation Scholarship.

Dominique Fischer Memorial Foundation Pride, passion, care and compassion words used to describe Dominique Fischer ’05 by his father Kevin Fischer and his brother Christopher Fischer ’08. Dominique was a special person - full of life and love. A man who cherished his family, his friends, his sports, his music and his alma mater – Detroit Catholic Central High School. A young man who was enjoying life and the fruits of his hard work in high school as a scholar/athlete at John Carroll University when life suddenly changed, he became haunted by the demons of bi-polar and schizophrenia disorder. Dominique Fischer ‘05 earned varsity letters in Dominique fought those demons football, basketball, and baseball while at CC. valiantly for the last 3 years of his life, but it was a fight that he would eventually lose in the summer of 2010 when he took his own life. Dominique was a shining light and it is his legacy to help others learn from his life experience and hopefully benefit from those experiences. It is this legacy that inspired Kevin and Christopher to create the Dominique Fischer ’05 Memorial Foundation. Dominique was a loving, caring, selfless person who loved helping people and would have wanted good works to be done in his name.

In that spirit, the DFMF

aspires to do the following:

• Establish the Dominique Fischer ’05 Memorial

Scholarship at Detroit Catholic Central High School and fund 2 annual scholarships. • Provide access and support to educational resources regarding mental illness • Fund and execute community service projects to help Dominique Fischer ‘05 improve recreational facilities in metropolitan Detroit • Host a variety of “FUN” fundraising activities

Upcoming events include: July 21, 2012 – 2nd Annual Dominique Fischer Memorial Golf Classic at Pheasant Run Golf Club in Canton August 3, 4 and 5, 2012 – 1st Annual “The Nique” Tennis Tournament at Catholic Central High School

If you would like to learn more, volunteer, make a donation or participate in an upcoming event, contact: Kevin Fischer at (734) 667-2475 or kfischer@thenique.com or go to www.thenique.com.

Honor Roll of Donors Mea Culpa

The following donors were mistakingly omitted from the Honor Roll of Donors that appeared in the Winter 2011 issue of the Aluminator:

Class of 1938 $13,635.00 John Rady ’38

Class of 1952 $3,800.00

Daniel Broderick ’52 Donald Broderick ’52 Charles Burke ‘52 Harry Crespi ‘52 William Dunlop Sr. ‘52 Walrer Dunne ‘52 Walter Fijal ‘52 Edward Foley ‘52 Casimir Gorski ‘52 Casimer Green ‘52 Anthony Hirsch ‘52 Arthur Kowalski ‘52 William Krzyminski ‘52 Robert Larin ‘52 Joseph Lemieux ‘52 Hon. Richard Liedel ‘52 Thomas Metevier ‘52 James Pope ‘52 Edmund Pujdowski ‘52 James Schembri ‘52 Thomas Swieczkowski ‘52

Lifetime Giving Bill Matthews ‘58

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SPIRIT

Corporate Partners, Foundations & Matching Gifts

Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge

George ‘66 and Linda Turek Family Scholarship Fund In December, Catholic Central High School was blessed with a gift of $1,000,000 from George ’66 and Linda Turek. The gift was given with the instructions that it be invested exclusively in the Endowment Trust Fund and used to create need-based tuition assistance scholarships for young men who have the great desire to attend CC and to achieve, but who do not otherwise have the means to do so. On December 20, 2011, the George ’66 and Linda Turek Family Scholarship Fund was officially established. George credits much of his success directly to attending CC as a young man. “Two things had a profound impact on me while growing up. Coming from a poor family and attending CC.” Turek said. “In our family I learned quickly that if I wanted something I had to work for it. We had little money. I paid for CC and college by working while I went to school and during the summers. No loans. No family financial support. No vacations. Spring break meant that I could work more hours.”

CC was blessed with a gift of $1,000,000 from George ’66 and Linda Turek. “As for attending CC it provides every student with a unique experience but especially for poor kids and I will tell you why. If I had not gone to CC I would have gone to Redford Union High School where everyone came from similar economic backgrounds. Not much money in Redford Township. Going to CC gave me an opportunity to rub shoulders with rich kids as well as kids that came from less than rich families. In addition, I was in the CC Glee Club when the Fathers Ned and Paul were directors and they took us all over to compete and sing with all kinds of choral groups including some from very wealthy communities like Sacred Heart Girls Academy in Grosse Pointe. And you know what I figured out after meeting all of these rich kids? The only thing that separated me from them was their parents’ wealth. That was it. Standing on their own two feet they were no better than me.” That is when I decided that someday I would be very successful. I would achieve and lead. And that is what happened. But I do not think that would have happened if I had not attended CC and had

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a chance to see and mingle with people who lived on the other side of the tracks. Sort of like the story “Sabrina.” “So now Linda and I are giving back in numerous ways to a number of causes that are near and dear to us. As an example, we recently donated two uniquely designed houses to disabled Veterans who have special needs. CC was right up there on our list and Fr. Elmer has been patiently waiting for me to pull out my checkbook so we gave him an early Christmas present last year.” “When I attended CC the tuition was $244.00 per year. It was a lot of money but I was able to pay it myself by working. Nowadays it is not feasible for a student to pay his entire tuition at CC and that is why we established our scholarship fund. We want to make sure that truly poor kids have a chance to attend CC so they too can have that unique experience including mingling with kids from the wealthy families knowing full well that with hard work and determination they too can grab the brass ring. They too can become achievers, leaders and ultimately share and give back.” “Linda and I are delighted to establish our scholarship fund and we urge all CC grads to support the CC Endowment Trust. We must give back. CC is a world-class institution which needs our support as the future of America depends on schools the caliber of CC producing leaders and achievers for generations to come.”

Fellow Alumni, The school year is rapidly coming to a close. Many alumni have participated in the activities sponsored by the CC Alumni Association. We impact alumni and students by demonstrating that our spiritual life and careers affect everyone in a positive way. I would like to thank all of the alumni who worked on committees for making their events meaningful to the people that participated. The Alumni Association has been doing a great job over the years in addressing the needs of the school and alumni. We are fortunate that a large number of alumni make it a point to give their time and resources to CC. We have had an increase in the number of young alumni helping our organization. Increased participation from young alumni will ensure the success of CC. The best environment for a young man to mature is CC’s “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge” environment.

Please Pray With Us! …in the Catholic Central Chapel Mass – 7:30 a.m. Every Morning Monday – Thursday Rosary – 2:55 p.m. Tuesday, April 3rd Tuesday, May 1st

I am always filled with pride when I see that CC really does create a brotherhood. There is a bond felt when I speak to alumni, that is not relatable to people outside the CC family. I believe that this connection should provide the push that many alumni need to become active. Whatever the participation, CC is thankful; I know that the rewards for service to CC will give us a special place in heaven.

Alumni Association Mission Statement

As my term comes to a close, this is my last opportunity to write as President of the Alumni Association. I would like to thank my fellow Board Members for their participation and help in all that we do. I would also like to thank the staff in the Alumni Office and Fr. Ranalletti and Fr. Huber, who have made their time and services available, to help make our Association a success. I look forward to seeing many of you at our events.

an alumni body which is interested and involved

Stanley J. Targosz Jr. ‘67 President, Alumni Association smtargosz@hotmail.com

The Archive Department at Catholic Central needs old memorabilia you might otherwise consider discarding. We welcome just about any kind of souvenir!

It’s good to be back at CC part time, assisting Fr. Elmer ‘46 and Dan Collins ‘84 in the areas of Endowment and Planned Giving. You can email me at rseichter@catholiccentral.net or call (248) 596-3845. Since nearly fifty percent of American families do not have a valid will or trust in place, I always remind our alumni to make sure their wills, trusts, life insurances, and other estate planning tools are in place and up to date. There are many avenues to pursue when setting up estate plans to include not only your family, but also your charitable obligations, such as CC. We have a wonderful website resource to help you. Just sign onto www.catholiccentral.net and click on “Planned Giving” under the “Giving” tab. You’ll get an overview of these many items, methods of comparison, and monthly topics of interest. I am pleased to report that the St. Basil Legacy Society now comprises more than sixty members. These alumni and friends have made the commitment to remember CC within their estate plans. In closing, a thought for the month: Do not overlook the Double Tax Benefit of donating appreciated property. A donation to CC of appreciated stock can present a Federal tax deduction for the full market value of the securities regardless of the lower original cost, PLUS an exemption from paying Capital Gains taxes on any increase in value. Check with your financial/tax advisor and contact us for security transfer instructions. Have a great Spring and God Bless.

The mission of the Catholic Central Alumni Association is to provide services, benefits and activities of interest to the alumni and foster in the affairs and functions of the school, and to provide such assistance to the school as may from time to time be requested of it.

Recycle Your CC Memories

For pick-up or delivery, please contact: Dan Collins ’84 at (248) 596-3834 dcollins@catholiccentral.net Mike Carrier ’06 at (248) 596-3844 mcarrier@catholiccentral.net

Catholic Central Alumni Association Meetings All graduates of CC are members of the Alumni Association. Please join us as we discuss the current year for the Alumni Association and the school.

All Alumni are Welcome We Look Forward to Seeing You! May 3, 2012 - CC Media Center Mass: 6:00 pm, Dinner: 6:30 pm, Meeting: 7:00 pm

Scan this QR Code with your Smartphone or iPad to view the CC Alumni Association Committees.

Rudy Seichter ‘59 Director, Planned Giving rseichter@catholiccentral.net ALUMNI ASSOCIATION • SPRING 2012

Alumni Homecoming

Upcoming Reunions 1942 Contact: Stan Wilkins ’42 (248) 474-7223 Jerry Christ ’42 • Larry Doyle ’42 1947 Friday, September 7, 2012 Embassy Suites, Livonia Contact: Jim Aston ’47 jdaston@aol.com

Fr. Huber celebrating Mass at Boys’ Bowl 2011.

Like last year, all CC Alumni are invited back to celebrate Homecoming. Incorporating the true meaning of homecoming, the annual Boys’ Bowl Weekend plays host to the homecoming game and festivities. Our wish is to have as many alumni as possible come back to CC for the weekend to share in the many festivities. On Friday morning, the annual Boys’ Bowl Assembly begins at 9:30 am. Saturday will now host our first annual All-Classes Homecoming Event. All alumni and their families are invited to gather in the main gymnasium to reunite and celebrate their CC Brotherhood. This casual event will allow alumni to share fond memories and stories from their days in School and also reconnect about what they’re doing now. Finally, on Sunday, the annual Boys’ Bowl Mass & Breakfast will be at CC at 10:00 am followed by the 68th Annual Boys’ Bowl Football Game against DeLaSalle at 1:00 pm. Friday, September 21, 2012

Boys’ Bowl Assembly – 9:30 am

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Alumni Homecoming Event – 6:00 - 11:00 pm

Cost - $25 Register online at www.catholiccentral.net Sunday, September 23, 2012

Boys’ Bowl Mass & Breakfast – 10:00 am

68th Boys’ Bowl Football Game (vs. DeLaSalle Collegiate) – 1:00 pm

1957 Contact: F. Michael Faubert ’57 faubertmike5466@comcast.net Dan Collins Sr. ’57 • Len Else ’57 1962 Contact: Joe Tollus ’62 joe.tollus@yahoo.com 1967 Contact: Stan Targosz Jr. ’67 smtargosz@hotmail.com Veno Hesano ’67 venohesano@hotmail.com 1971 Friday, September 21, 2012 Offsite near CC – Exclusive for 1971 only Saturday, September 22, 2012 All-Classes Homecoming at CC Contact: Orrin Tibbits ’71 orrin.tibbits@yahoo.com Tony Tedesco ’71 tedesco713@charter.net 1972 Contact: George Humphry ’72 ghumphry@comcast.net 1977 Contact: Mike Maher ’77 Michael.Maher@flagstar.com John Dillon ’77 • Joe Luther ’77 • Jeff Wiska ’77 1982 Contact: Mike Cullen ’82 cullen4u@aol.com 1987 Contact: Chuck Bullock ’87 CBullock@sbplclaw.com 1992 Contact: Stan Targosz III ’92 stan@epr123.com Andrew Csicsila ’92 acsicsila@alixpartners.com

The Alumni Glee Club at Boys’ Bowl 2011. Left to right: Stan Targosz Jr. ’67, Jeff McGowan ’84, Larry Morin ’60, Phil Cole ’61, Roy Wilson ’66, Dennis Antoniotti ’68, Gil Bazil ’70, Tom Longhway ’64, Don Melotik ’56, F. Pat Devine ’65, Jack Rajkovich ’67, John MacInnis ’06 and Lou Brohl. 16

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1997 Contact: Mike Danczak ’97 mdanczak@aerotek.com Ryan Kolb ’97

Shamrock Reunions 2011 Turkey Bowl

Class of 1946 Reunion In the Winter issue of the Aluminator, we mentioned that the Class of 1946 celebrated their 65th Reunion on October 22, 2011, at the Embassy Suites in Livonia. Fr. Richard Elmer, C.S.B. ’46 and George McCloskey ’46 organized the reunion lunch. Approximately 20 classmates and their wives were in attendance. The class hopes to continue this tradition by meeting once every year.

Front Row: Jack Smiley ’25, Mike Smiley ’96 Back Row left to right: Owen Church ’26, Justin Church, Steve Mondry ’96, Mike Bowen ’97, Mark Wollschlager ’96, Chris Ladouceur ’96, Mike Sharpe ’97, Tom Smiley ’96, Patrick Smiley ’28, Matt Kaye ’96, Joel Rioux ’96, David Brock ’96, James McFarlane ’96, Eric Gilbo ’96, and Brian Nemes ’96. Not Pictured: Rich Deptula ’97.

Members of the Class of 1946 celebrating their 65th Reunion at the Embassy Suites.

1965 Christmas Party

Alumni Retreat By Dennis Antoniotti ’68

On Wednesday, December 14, 2011, the guys from ‘656565 held their annual Christmas Happy Hour at Buddy’s Pizza in Farmington Hills. Mike Harrison ’65 organized the gathering. They were joined by Fr. John Wheeler, C.S.B. ’57 and Fr. Dick Elmer, C.S.B. ’46. The Class of 1965 has established a scholarship fund in honor of their classmates. This reunion, and their many reunions throughout the year, allow them to remain active within the school and supportive of current CC students.

The 5th Annual CC Alumni & Dads’ Club Retreat was held at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center on January 13-15, 2012. The theme of the weekend was “Are we there yet?” which took 16 alumni and Dads’ Club members on a spiritual journey to a deeper relation with God. On the trip we made sure to NOT take the weapons of hurtful attitudes, words or actions. We packed light, leaving our shame, fear, resentment and despair with the Lord. The things we took with us were prayer, generosity and self control. Most importantly, we tried to take an open mind and heart to hear the messages God had for us. There was no rushing as the weekend allowed plenty of time for God’s love to enter more deeply into our life and heart. Ultimately, it helped us get closer to our destinations of relationship and holiness. A L U M N I A S S O C I A T I O N • S P R I N G 2 0 1 2

By: Steven Huber

ractice of the

spiritual life at catholic

central

At Catholic Central, we are very conscious of the reason this school exists. When you walk in the main doors of the school, your focus is immediately drawn to two things—first, the words “Jesus Christ, the reason for Catholic Central” on the archway just over the main doors, and second, the entrance into the school chapel. Knowing that such a focus is placed on recognizing Jesus Christ as the reason for the school, how do we at CC make sure that we put emphasis on the spiritual life of the students? The stained glass window in the CC Chapel was providentially salvaged from what had been the chapel at Outer Drive. After being hidden behind plywood for over 26 years, our architect received permission to remove it just days before the old building was demolished. 18

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Theology classes

Student Retreats

Every student at Catholic Central is required to take Theology classes during their time here, but the Campus Ministry department realizes that we have an obligation to educate the whole person – body, mind and soul. We do this by helping our students to know about God through their Theology classes, as well as to know God through retreats, Masses and other forms of prayer incorporated into the school day.

Each year, every student participates in a retreat. These retreats are class retreats, and 30-35 students at a time will be bussed to St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center to take part in the retreat. The theme of the retreats is male spirituality, striving to help our students “know God” by realizing that they can have a personal relationship with Him. In addition to these day retreats, juniors and seniors are given an option to participate in an extended Kairos Retreat. Kairos is Greek for “the Lord’s time.” This retreat is a four-day, three-night retreat, which gives the students more time to fully contemplate the role of God in their lives. [See page 21 for more information on Kairos.]

Morning Mass The focus on spiritual life begins each day, before the school day even begins. Every morning, Mass is celebrated in our Chapel at 7:30 a.m. Anyone is welcome to join in this celebration, and many students, faculty members, parents, alumni and community members do come to Mass. Sports teams will also attend Mass on game days to pray for God’s blessings as they prepare to compete.

Christian Service

When the first bell rings at 8:00 a.m., we begin the day with a schoolwide prayer. Interested students are invited to lead this prayer over the school’s P.A. system. Beginning each day with prayer enables CC students to put each day into the proper context and to strive to keep their focus on Jesus Christ. Teachers are also encouraged to begin each class period with a prayer, helping to remind the students that we do all things for the glory of God.

Christian Service also plays an important role in the lives of the students at CC. Each year, students are required to complete at least 10 hours of service to the greater community. This requirement challenges the students to get outside the school and work at making a difference in the lives of others. This year, students have helped with vacation bible schools at their parishes, youth sporting camps and summer camps. They have gone on mission trips to locations such as Peru, worked with Habitat for Humanity and volunteered with organizations such as the Capuchin Soup Kitchen and Gleaner’s food bank. At the completion of each service project, the students complete a reflection questionnaire in order to help them better reflect on their service experience.

School-wide Mass

Theological Seminar

Once a month, the CC Community gathers to celebrate a schoolwide Mass. This Mass is a chance for the students, faculty and staff to come together in worship and give thanks to God for His many blessings. Students are encouraged to participate in these schoolwide liturgies by serving as altar servers, lectors, gift bearers, musicians and Eucharistic ministers. In addition to monthly school Masses, each grade level gathers once a semester in the chapel during their homeroom period for a class Mass or prayer service.

In addition to the written reflection each year, the members of the junior class participate in a theological reflection seminar. This seminar enables the juniors to expand upon what was written in the reflection questionnaire and share with their fellow classmates what they have learned from their Christian Service project about the importance of serving others.

Morning Prayer

Reconciliation The day before we celebrate a school-wide Mass, a period of time is set aside for any interested students to be able to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation. The Basilian Fathers make themselves available at various locations throughout the school to hear the confessions of the students. In addition to this confession period before school Masses, students also have the opportunity to go to confession once a week during their homeroom period.

Brothers’ Club The Catholic Central Brothers’ Club gathers together on the first Tuesday of each month after school in the chapel to pray the rosary. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to join in this prayer to our mother, Mary.

Vocations The Basilian Fathers of Catholic Central are also encouraging the students to discern vocations to the ordained ministry of the Church and to religious life. Recently, the priests have begun to share their own vocation stories with the theology classes, giving the students some insight into the struggles they have faced in their faith journeys and showing the students living examples of a life of holiness in the midst of a very secular world. These are just some of the many good things that are occurring in the spiritual lives of the students at CC. We know that by educating the whole person we are helping our students to become the next generation of leaders in our society. It is our hope that they will take what they have learned about their spiritual life while at CC and use that knowledge to continue to grow in a relationship with Jesus Christ long after they have graduated from high school. Steven Huber is a Basilian Associate (student for the priesthood) assigned to work with the Campus Minister at Catholic Central this year.

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asilian Prayer and Spirituality

[The spirituality of Catholic Central is derived and nurtured from the spirituality of the Basilian Fathers who founded it and continue to work with it. The following is a short excerpt from the webpage of the Basilian Fathers concerning Basilian spirituality.] Unlike other religious communities, the Basilians do not have a founder on which to base a spirituality. This demands an astute attention to the Gospel as the focus of our lives. Basilians commit their lives to prayer, in private, in community and in the work of the apostolate. As a community, our lives are centered around the Eucharist. The rhythm of our day is supported by the Liturgy of the Hours held in common as well as the spiritual exercises and meditation adopted for one’s personal prayer. … Because the Basilians were founded by ten diocesan priests who came together out of necessity during the French revolution, our spirituality finds its life in both the work of the apostolate and the love of God experienced in the community. While it is true that Basilians are named after St. Basil the Great, he is not our founder. Over the years, Basilians have looked to St. Basil as an example of goodness, discipline and knowledge just as we have looked to the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. John Bosco, our other patrons. … Like so many characteristics of the Basilians, prayer styles and spiritualities seem to span across a variety of disciplines. … All Basilians support each other and those with whom they work continually to look to God in contemplation as the source of our love, wisdom and joy. In this way, the late Cardinal Flahiff, a Basilian, wrote: How shall the priest do this unless he himself is moved constantly and profoundly by a supernatural spirit, unless in other words, he is truly holy? … It is the latter which permits the power of God to come through and transform an otherwise human action into one that is truly divine. In practice, Basilian spirituality is much like that which is found in the Book of Sirach, for we believe that all aspects of life can lead a person to God. This is why we are not just teachers of religion, but of all disciplines whether they be languages, sciences, humanities, athletics, etc... Each of these, when used out of love and for the betterment of our community, convey the love of God for the world. Thus, Basilians believe that spirituality is not limited to our churches and theological discourse, but lived out in every thought that manifests itself in the world.

Main photo: Statue of Saint Basil is located in the courtyard of St. Basil’s Church in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Left to right: Stained glass window depicting Saint Francis of Assisi; Mary Alma Mater mosiac by Jason Blacha ‘11 and Miles Trealout ‘11 which won first place in last year’s diocesan art show, “Art for God’s Sake” at St. Anastasia Church in Troy; Stained glass of St. Thomas Aquinas. 20

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Kairos Retreats By: Steven Huber

Walking down the halls of CC this past November, perhaps you would have heard several of the juniors and seniors talking about the Kairos Retreat they just completed. What is Kairos, and why are our students so excited about it? The Kairos program at CC was started in 2009. That summer, Kevin Walters, the Campus Minister at CC, and six students (Dylan Hagan ’10, Matt Nicholas ’10, K.C. Perlberg ’10, Chris Schrimscher ’10, Bret Shrader ’10 and John Vinton ’11) joined students from U of D Jesuit High to participate in the Kairos retreat in Oxley, Ontario, Canada. That November, Mr. Walters and the six student leaders, along with adult leaders Tom Leonard, Bob Ryan, Tony Signorelli and Fr. Jeff Thompson, C.S.B., led the first Catholic Central Kairos Retreat. Kairos is a Greek word meaning “the Lord’s time.” The Kairos Retreat is a four-day, three-night retreat which strives to help the students know and experience Christ more fully, not just at Mass, or through the other sacraments, but in every aspect of their lives. Much of the retreat is centered on the retreat team’s sharing of their own experiences and their own struggles to know Christ better. Because of this, students are asked to keep confidential much of what is discussed in the talks and groupsharing sessions. The impact that this retreat has on the students is very evident. Many of them describe it as a “life-changing” experience. Here are some of the many reactions to Kairos that we have received from the students. “I had an amazing time with the Kairos experience. I went in with high expectations and an open mind. It blew me away. It was one of the best weekends of my life, and it really opened me up to God.” Sean Kageff ’13 The Kairos Retreat was, no doubt, one of the best experiences of my life. I feel like I learned a lot about myself and God. I was also able to feel comfortable and able to open up to those around me.” Bill Clark ’13 “My overall thoughts regarding my retreat experience is it was incredible and life-changing. God touched me personally and helped me realize how lucky I am. Everyone should experience this retreat.” Eddie Turek ’13 “Awesome! Literally, I had the best experience of my life. It was a life-changing experience. It strengthened my relationship with God, and I was able to let go of so many of my problems in life.” Sean McGorisk ’12 The Jerusalem Cross shwon above and on the cover is used as the symbol of Kairos retreats.

Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge ~- 50 Years Later [The following is an excerpt of a review submitted to Fred Lauck of his recently-published book. We have included it in this issue, not only because it is a response to the book we advertised last time, but also because it expresses, from the point of view of an alumnus, the main theme of this issue. It speaks of the effect of Basilian spirituality on the long-term personal development of CC students. – Ed.]

To: Fred Lauck ‘61 RE: Children of the Greatest Generation … An Emotional History Thank you for writing such a powerful book. Since reading your book, I have spent more time thinking about who I am and how I got here. Here’s my book report. The Basilians first began an educational cauldron of Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge in Detroit, Michigan in 1928. Later, in our era in the late 1950s, they moved their 30-year-old enterprise to 6565 West Outer Drive. The Basilian no-nonsense passion for excellence continued. In the fall of 1957, I was among the fortunate, naïve freshmen drawn out of St. Monica Parish. Now, flash forward to graduation day, 1961, as Catholic Central sent forth its latest survivors of four years of Basilian-inspired Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge. My classmates and I shot out of the 6565 West Outer Drive like comets on parallel paths streaking across the sky virtually all embarking on college careers, but some going to the priesthood, some to the military, some to public safety careers and some to blue-collar endeavors. Time passed, and, along the way, those once parallel comets began to drift apart, pursuing family life and different careers in different geographic areas. Our 1961 comets also found different political paths to express their commitment to the welfare of mankind. Some did so by fighting in Vietnam, others by protesting it. Some were more financially successful in life, others perhaps not as much. Later, the intensity of those trajectories began to moderate as the comets began to mature. As they did, another pattern began to appear. Those trajectories, once flashing across the sky in apparent random patterns began to come back to parallel. As they did, it became more apparent that the Basilian Fathers had not sent them forth just for the achievement of professional or financial goals. The comets finally came to understand the big-picture mission of the Basilians. It was the spiritual “journey” through life that counted, not the destination. As I set down these thoughts, the comets are entering the final phase of their passage, while the Basilian Fathers’ unerring mission, captured in the old, well-tested cauldron, continues relentlessly to send forth more and more young men of Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge far better prepared to make a contribution to their fellow man than any of them can possibly understand. Now, 50 years later, the trajectories of those 1961 Basilian comets are back in almost perfect parallel as they now realize the “relative” importance of academic, athletic or other accomplishments. What were once the source of pride, identity, and reputation have receded and now pale into insignificance. What then is left? What is left is that which binds all Shamrocks in the past and in time yet to come. What is left is the indelible mark -- a brotherhood of the Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge which was forged in us back in 1961. We have fulfilled our duty. We have passed along the franchise no worse than we found it. And so the journey ends right back where it began. In the final measure all that counts is who we are, not what we have accomplished. And therein, I infer, is the point of my Shamrock classmate Fred Lauck’s excellent book, Children of the Greatest Generation … An Emotional History. I recommend Fred’s book to today’s Catholic Central students. Thanks for the ride, Fred. Patrick J. McDonnell ’61 K airos R etreats at C C • S P R I N G 2 0 1 2

2012 Calendar of Events

April 1

Mothers’ Club Fashion Show, Suburban Collection Showplace – 11:00 am

Dads’ Club General Meeting – 6:00 pm

Mothers’ Club General Meeting – 6:00 pm

DRIVE Raffle Drawing

Senior Baccalaureate Mass – 7:00 pm

Easter Break Begins (Classes resume April 16)

Easter Sunday

Senior Commencement Exercises Hill Auditorium – 2:00 pm

Dads’ Club General Meeting – 6:00 pm

Memorial Day Holiday

Shamrock Bar Association Meeting – 7:00 pm

Whelan Award Assembly

Academic Awards Banquet, Laurel Manor – 6:30 pm

24th Annual Alumni Dinner, Embassy Suites – 6:00 pm

May

Shamrock Club Business Networking Meeting – 7:00 pm

Mothers’ Club May Crowning – 6:00 pm

Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting – 7:00 pm

4-6

Fine Arts Weekend

Spring Band Concert – 6:30 pm

School Board of Directors Meeting – 7:00 pm

Senior Prom, Laurel Manor – 7:00 pm

CALENDAR OF EVENTS • SPRING 2012

June 9

Alumni Tennis Invitational

Shamrocks in Chicago Chicago Reunion

32nd Annual Athletic Department Golf Outing, Walnut Creek Country Club

Legacy Luncheon (formerly Harper-Belmont Reunion) – 11:00 am

July 28

9th Annual All-Classes Texas Reunion

Full schedule available online at www.catholiccentral.net

Catholic Central Alumni & Family

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Sharing News of Alumni Weddings & Births WEDDING BELLS 1955 – NORBERT KOZLOWSKI and his wife, Kathleen, celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary by renewing their vows on September 9, 2011. Fr. Richard Elmer, C.S.B. ’46 celebrated the anniversary Mass. The family gathered at Penn’s in Sterling Heights. Three generations of CC men – past, present and future – were in attendance. 1958 – BOB ROSOWSKI and his wife, Kathy, celebrated their 50th Anniversary last summer. Their entire family, including their children Mary, Judi and Paul ’83, went to the Tetons.

Left to right: Paul Rosowski ’83, Melanie Rosowski, Norma Rosowski, Anna Rosowski, Toby Engel, Chris Engel, Judi Engel, Hans Engel, Greta Engel, Bob Rosowski ’58, Kathy Rosowski, Bridget Dewan, Ryan Dewan ’14, Kate Dewan, Sean Dewan, Mary Dewan, Brendan Dewan, Mike Dewan ’85, Justin Dewan and Connor Dewan.

1988 – BRIAN RANEY and Kimberly Sichler were married in a ceremony at St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Hancock, New York, on May 14, 2011. The reception was held at the Inn at Starlight Lake in Starlight, Pennsylvania. Brian and Kim were excited to celebrate this happy occasion with groomsman Christopher Falkowski ’88. The very happy couple lives in Port Chester, New York.

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2002 – BRENDAN SMITH married Marie Parnin on May 1, 2010.

First row from left to right: Chris Parnin ’98, Brian Shinney ’02, Brendan Smith ’02, Marie (Parnin) Smith (sister of Chris and the late Steve Parnin ’97), Brad Bachor ’02, Carl Schneider ’01, Stephen Rahrig ’00. Back row from left to right: Larry Carzon ’81, Fr. Tom Carzon ’86, Bill Carzon ’82, Ben Parnin ’22, Joe Carzon ’09.

2002 – STEPHEN RAHRIG married Lisa Parnin on October 16, 2010.

Front row: Brendan Smith ’02 Second row kneeling: Chris Gismondi ’00, Joe Carzon ’09, Chris Kiriazis ’00 Third row sitting: Larry Carzon ’81, Chris Parnin ’98, Ben Parnin ’22, Stephen Rahrig ’00, Lisa (Parnin) Rahrig (sister of Chris and the late Steve Parnin ’97), Fr. Tom Carzon ’86, Patrick Carpen ’98. Fourth row standing: Keith Szymanski ’02, Dan Hool ’99, Armand Samouelian ’99, Victor Ruiz ’00.

2004 – DEREK BROOKS and Alison Wood were married on October 1, 2011, at St. Mary’s of Canandaigua, New York. Fr. John Wheeler, C.S.B. ’57 officiated at the ceremony.

BABY BELLS STEVE LEMIEUX and his wife welcomed

1992 – JASON KILARSKI, his wife, LeAnn,

2000 – JIM JOLLY and his wife, Katie, are

their third child, Gabriel William

and their first daughter, Lindsay,

pleased to announce the birth of their

Lemieux, on November 19, 2011.

welcomed their second daughter, Sydney

daughter, Alexis Ann Jolly, on June 7,

Steve is currently a science teacher

Ellen, on October 17, 2011. She

2011. Bryan Bernys ’00 is her godfather.

at Catholic Central.

was born in Chicago, Illinois, where the Kilarskis have resided since 2010. Sydney is the first Kilarski in three generations to be born outside of the State of Michigan. 1996 – MIKE SMILEY and his wife, Libby, welcomed new son, George, on November 26, 2011. George weighed 8 lbs. 3 oz.

Gabriel William Lemieux

1992 – MIKE KANIOWSKI and his wife,

and was 20.5 inches long. George now joins older brother Jack.

Sarah, had their son, Benjamin Paul Kaniowski on August 1, 2011.

Alexis Ann Jolly

Benjamin was baptized by Fr. Richard

George Smiley

Elmer, C.S.B. ’46 on September 11,

with big

2002 – JOE LAFFERTY and his wife,

2011. Dave Lovell ’92 is Benjamin’s

brother, Jack

Lauren, welcomed twin daughters, Evalynn Dorothy and Eloise Jude on

godfather.

September 30, 2011, at Huron Valley Hospital. Evalynn was 4lbs. 14oz. and Eloise was 5lbs. 1oz. 2000 – MITCH HANCOCK and his wife, Allie, recently welcomed their second child, Teague Michael Hancock, on

Left to right: Mark Kaniowski ’98, Mike Kaniowski ’92, Sarah Kaniowski, Benjamin Kaniowski, Fr. Richard Elmer, C.S.B. ’46 and Dave Lovell ’92.

January 3, 2012. Mitch is a business and health teacher at Catholic Central as well as the Head Wrestling Coach.

Below: Benjamin Kaniowski

Above: Evalynn Dorothy Lafferty Left: Eloise Jude Lafferty Mitch Hancock ‘00 and Teague Hancock

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e m o r i a m

The following members of the Catholic Central Family have passed from this life to the next. Please remember them in your Masses and other prayers. Our sincere condolences are extended to their loved ones. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.

ALUMNI FRANCIS A. HESS ’43 – October 17, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Sally, two daughters, five grandchildren and four siblings, including John ’47. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, Beverly Hills, Mich. CHARLES M. HOPKINS ’43 – September 19, 2011. He is survived by his sister, Margaret, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anne. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Waterford, Mich. HOWARD I. McDOUGALL ’45 – January 21, 2012. He is survived by seven children, 15 grandchildren and his sister, Lucille. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon, and his son, Kevin. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at The Church of the Holy Spirit, Highland, Mich. HOWARD A. NOWLAN ’45 – November 28, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Marge, his brother, Fr. John ’49, his sister, Janet, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three siblings, including Joseph ’50. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Hilary Catholic Church, Redford, Mich. ROBERT J. GARVEY SR. ’46 – October 1, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Gretchen, five children, six grandchildren and his sister, Lucille. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, Cincinnati, Ohio. 26

IN MEMORIAM • SPRING 2012

JOHN E. LEE ’46 – December 15, 2011. He is survived by his wife, three children, including Robert Daniel ’79, four brothers, including Fr. M. Owen, C.S.B. ’47 and Vincent ’53, and his brother-in-law, John R. MacInnis ’60. DONALD C. TIGHE ’46 – October 6, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary, nine children, two stepchildren, 13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and his sister, Patricia. He was predeceased by his parents and three brothers. Funeral Services were arranged by Needham, Storey and Wampner Funeral Home, Gas City, Ind. LT. COL. RICHARD H. BONDS JR., U.S.A.F. (RET.) ’49 – January 6, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Nancy, two stepchildren, five grandchildren and two brothers, including Bill ’50. He is predeceased by his parents and three siblings. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Kilian Catholic Church, Mission Viejo, Calif. ROBERT J. DENOMME ’49 – August 26, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Mary Joan, three children, four grandchildren and three sisters. He was predeceased by his daughter, Janine. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Detroit, Mich. JAMES M. FRIEL ’49 – June 16, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Beverly, six children and 13 grandchildren. The Memorial Service was celebrated at O’BrienSullivan Funeral Home, Novi, Mich.

TEMPLE J. McCOOL ’49 – October 1, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, six children, 14 grandchildren and two siblings, brother, Gerald ’52, and sister, Maureen. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Terrence ’50 and Lawrence ’55, and his nephew, Timothy ’72. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Huntsville, Ala. EDMUND C. DECKER ’50 – October 13, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Mari, seven daughters, 16 grandchildren and five siblings, including brothers, Gerald ’51 and Rev. Kenneth Decker, C.S.B. ’56. Ed was an accomplished oarsman. He competed in rowing for the Detroit Boat Club and was named Outstanding Oarsman of the Year in 1954. Over his national and international career, which resurfaced even in his 70s, Ed won multiple national and world championships. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Dowd Chapel on the Boys Town Campus, Omaha, Neb. CLIFFORD E. LaROSE ’54 – September 14, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, three children and six grandchildren. The Memorial Service was held at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Minneapolis, Minn. KENNETH J. STULIGROSS ’54 – December 1, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Vara, two sons, Paul ’82 and Mark ’86, four grandchildren and his sister, Norma. He was preceded in death by his brother, John ’51. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. William Catholic Church, Walled Lake, Mich.

CHARLES I. ROBICHAUD ’55 – November 5, 2011. He is survived by three children, nine grandchildren and three siblings, including Gerard ’65. The Memorial Mass was celebrated at Fellowship Square, Tucson, Ariz. ROBERT E. GALVIN ’56 – January 14, 2012. He is survived by his sons, Robb and Tim, his wife, Sharon, four grandchildren, his sister, Mary, and his brother, William ’55. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother, James. MICHAEL J. FLAHERTY ’57 – He is survived by his wife, Marie, three children, three stepchildren, nine grandchildren and two brothers, including Patrick ’56. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Daniel. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church, Novi, Mich. PHILLIP J. ZOLTOWSKI ’57 – January 13, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou, three children and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Chuck. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Paul of Tarsus, Romeo, Mich. JAMES C. COTANT ’61 – October 17, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Janice, four children, four grandchildren and six siblings, including brothers, John ’62 and Michael ’76. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Mary Cathedral, Gaylord, Mich. JOHN T. McCLOSKEY ’65 – December 23, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Cathleen, three children, two grandchildren, his mother, Evelyn, and his brother, Paul ’68. He is predeceased by his father, Francis. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick Catholic Church, White Lake, Mich.

MICHAEL J. (SOCHALSKI) SHERIDAN ’66 – October 25, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Karen, two sons, his brother, Stanley ’60 and nephews, David ’86, Marc ’87 and John ’90. Memorial Services were held in Boyne City, Mich. GREGORY M. CZORNY ’71 – October 14, 2011. He is survived by his mother, Genevieve, two aunts and many cousins and friends. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Saints Peter and Paul Church, Detroit, Mich. JAMES N. SKUPSKI, M.D. ’71 – October 19, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Dianne, six siblings, including Richard ’77, and five nieces and nephews. The Memorial Service was held at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor, Mich. THOMAS A. CAMPAU ’72 – June 21, 2011. He is survived by two siblings, including Joseph ’66, and two nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, Joseph ’40 and Janet, and his uncle, Henry ’38. The Memorial Services were held at A.J. Desmond & Sons, Royal Oak, Mich. GLENN “LARRY” WHITE JR. ’79 – October 19, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Jackie, his four children, his mother, Carole, and four sisters. He was predeceased by his father, Glenn. ROBERT A. DUGGAN ’83 – November 3, 2011. He is survived his parents, Patrick and Joan, his brothers Michael ’76, Daniel ’78, James ’79 and Timothy ’84 and 13 nieces and nephews, including Michael ’06. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Aidan Catholic Church, Livonia, Mich.

EXTENDED FAMILY JOANNE C. ANDREWS – Wife of Dale ’60. Sister-in-law of the late Fr. Dennis Andrews, C.S.B. ’60. EDWARD H. BOVICH – August 31, 2011. Father of John ’83. ARTHUR G. BRAUER – October 1, 2011. Father of David ’84, Marc ’85 and Matthew ’85. LENA V. FICANO – November 29, 2011. Grandmother of Robert II ’03. HENRY JUDGE – October 17, 2011. Father of Edward ’63 and Robert ’66. ROGER A. LaPERRE – January 21, 2012. Grandfather of Andrew Hayes ’06. NANCY A. MARSHALL – December 5, 2011. Wife of Thomas ’60. THERESA MacDONALD – February 4, 2012. Mother of James ’83. JOHN McGUIRE – Grandfather of John Kinville ’06, Joseph Kinville ’08 and Michael Kinville ’10. WILLIAM F. McLAUGHLIN – December 11, 2011. Father of Patrick ’80 and Sean ’87. Grandfather of Ryan ’10. PATRICK E. RINEY SR. – February 14, 2011. Father of Patrick Jr. ’82 and Shaun ’83. (For more information, see page 33.) THOMAS SULLIVAN – November 17, 2011. Father of Christopher ’80, Brian ’82, Paul ’83 and Thomas ’85. Grandfather of Kevin ’09, Brandon ’10, Michael ’11 and Joseph ’15. MARY SZURA – October 22, 2011. Mother of the late Daniel ’47. Aunt of Richard Kurzawa ’49 and Robert Kurzawa ’50. Great Aunt of Todd Forfinski ’83. Great-Great Aunt of Jared Morris ’07, Jamison Morris ’09 and Cole Forfinski ’13. INGEBORG VAITKEVICIUS – February 8, 2012. Grandmother of Samuel ’12 and Noah ’15. MARIAN E. WASHNOCK – December 6, 2011. Mother of the late Joseph ’68. Grandmother of Joseph ’95. ROBERT WENCEL – Father of Mrs. Michelle Valant. MICHAEL ZELENOCK – February 10, 2012. Father of Michael ’97. IN MEMORIAM • SPRING 2012

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DRIVE

Fundraising Theme for 2012: “Cartoons”

The Drive Results The annual student ticket DRIVE was a huge success last February! In a week of no homework, relaxed dress code, no tests and over-the-top school spirit, the students broke almost every record imaginable. The theme this year was Cartoons. Each homeroom was assigned a cartoon character and decorated their homerooms and hallways accordingly. Prizes were given out for those that did the best job. The decorations and daily assemblies were full of excitement and spirit while the students continued to sell a record amount of tickets. By the last day, $397,056.13 was raised to go directly to tuition assistance for next year’s students. CC Principal, Fr. Huber, made it clear to the students that because of their fundraising efforts, many families will be able to receive much-needed financial support toward tuition. Fr. Huber also rewarded the students for their efforts with 12 DRIVE holidays. The memory of Fr. Donoher lives on in the DRIVE. His passion and enthusiasm for CC was mirrored by the students while they cheered and sang the DRIVE Song each day. And in true Fr. Donoher fashion, the Freshmen finished first, bringing in over $138,000 – 510% of their quota!

2012 DRIVE Results - Total $ Raised Daily Results

Cumulative

Day 1

$104,987.13

Day 2

$ 44,416.00

$149,403.13

Day 3

$ 33,536.00

$182,939.13

Day 4

$ 33,314.00

$216,253.13

Day 5

$ 40,769.00

$257,022.13

Day 6

$140,034.00

$397,056.13

Grand Total

$397,056.13

Top Salesman Rank/Name

Cumulative

1 Liam McCrimmon ’15

$ 21,330.00

2 Tom Myler ’14

5,453.00

3 Nick Ferrantino ’13

4,508.00

4 Michael Ronayne ’14

4,020.00

5 Jacob Connell ’13

4,006.00

6 Spencer Doyle ’15

3,430.00

7 Tim Fitzpatrick ’15

3,195.00

8 Matt Hermiz ’12

3,123.00

9 Mike Schultz ’12

2,892.00

10 Patrick Luther ’12

2,670.00

Rank by Grade Level - $ Raised % of Quota Rank/Grade

Cumulative

% of Quota

1 Freshmen

$138,777.13

510.81%

2 Seniors

$ 96,034.00

395.20%

3 Sophomores $ 83,525.00

330.14%

4 Juniors

313.63%

$ 78,720.00

Total DRIVE Holidays Earned = 12

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Career Guidance Each year, the Career Guidance Committee of the Alumni Association schedules career days where alumni come to discuss their career paths with interested sophomores. This allows interested students to gain insight into their prospective career paths and also ask questions from someone who has succeeded in it. Furthermore, this helps students have an idea of what they want to pursue when they move on to college. On Wednesday, January 18, Bob Paul ’80, came to CC as part of the Career Guidance Speaker series. He spoke to a group of sophomores about Information Technology and the things necessary to pursue a career in IT. Bob is currently the CEO of Compuware, and he conducted a very intriguing presentation about IT in our world today and how the field will continue to grow. Bob’s son, Brendan ’15, is currently a freshman at CC.

Dads’ Club Tuition Assistance

Raffle Winner

The Catholic Central Dads’ Club would like to congratulate Glenn Kremer of Plymouth as the first place winner, winning a year’s tuition, in the 2011 Tuition Assistance Raffle. Other winners were Jeff Doyle winning half year’s tuition, Grayson Arnold winning a quarter year’s tuition, and Charles Widmaier and Kevin Ford each wining $1000. Catholic Central Dads’ Club raised over $45,000 with net proceeds of $23,300 going to tuition assistance needs at the school. A check for $23,300 was presented to Catholic Central President, Fr. Richard Ranalletti, C.S.B., for tuition assistance needs.

Also scheduled throughout February and March are programs on law, presented by Dennis Barnes ’79 and Sean Cowley ’00; engineering, presented by John MacInnis ’60 and Jim Predhomme ’84; business and entrepreneurship, presented by John Bebes ’83 and Mike Dewan ’85; medicine, presented by Dr. Bob Forte ’69 and Dr. Steven Antone ’93; and arts and communications, presented by Tim Barrett ’77 and Patrick McLaughlin ’80. Furthermore, Hon. Sean Cox ’79 helps organize a Law Day fieldtrip at the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice and the United State District Court in Detroit. Dr. Bob Forte ’69 helps organize a Medical Day. The members of the Career Guidance Committee are Bill Matthews ’58, Bob Rosowski ’58, John Argenta ’58, Denny Barnes ’79, Mike Carrier ’06 and committee chairman, Jeff McGowan ’84. They work in conjunction with Shawn Mather, the Director of Guidance at CC.

Left to right: Kevin Ford, Glenn Kremer, Tim McClorey ’82, Fr. Ranalletti, C.S.B., Jeff Doyle and Rick Bloomfield.

Upon receiving the prize, Mr. Kremer thanked the Dads’ Club stating, “I have never won anything before; this is very exciting.” Fr. Ranalletti stated how much he appreciated the work of the Dads’ Club, and that the money will go to help others at the school who are struggling with their tuition. The Catholic Central Dads’ Club would like to thank everyone who supported the raffle. It is the generosity of the families at Catholic Central that makes fundraisers like this work.

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Science Fair Winners The projects of the annual Catholic Central Science Fair were on display in the Media Center during the month of January. The students are taught by Mr. Steven Lemieux. The following awards were presented in early February:

1st Place - Jesse Jenter ’14 Enhancing Cell Growth 2nd Place - Liam Houlihan ’14 The Energized Decay 3rd Place - Joseph McKeegan ’13 Greater Thermo Performance through Gas Filling Honorable Mention - Jonah Kemp ’14 Electric Motors Form vs. Function Honorable Mention - Michael Ronayne ’14 Variables Affecting Audio Speakers

CC Eagle Scouts On December 29, 2011, Michael Tolkacz ‘11 and Josh Gage ‘11 were awarded their Boy Scout Eagle Award at their Eagle Court of Honor. A number of CC students and alumni attended the ceremony, including Fr. John Wheeler, C.S.B. ‘57. Michael’s brother, Matthew ‘08, and Josh’s brother, Ryan ’08, are also Eagle Scouts. Tim Fitzpatrick ’15 advanced to the rank of Eagle Scout on January 31, 2012. An Eagle Court of Honor recognizing Tim’s accomplishment will be held at the Detroit Catholic Central Chapel in May.

First row left to right: Kenny Hintze ‘11, Alex Lang ‘11, and Joe Obarzanek ‘13. Second row left to right: Michael Vallespir ‘14, Mark Kremer ‘12, James DiMillia ‘10, Michael Tolkacz ‘11, Fr. John Wheeler, C.S.B. ‘57, Josh Gage ‘11, Garrett Quick ‘09, Ryan Obarzanek ‘08, Ryan Gage ‘08, Matthew Tolkacz ‘08.

Tim Fitzpatrick ’15

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Detroit Economic Club Luncheon On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, a group of seniors attended a luncheon for the Detroit Economic Club held at the Westin Book Cadillac. Mr. Mitch Hancock ’00, a business teacher at CC, led the students downtown for an in-depth view of Detroit economics. Jim Gibbons, currently the CEO of Goodwill Industries, was the guest speaker. Mr. Gibbons was the first blind person to graduate from the Harvard School of Business. Also, on Monday, January 30, 2012, a group of different seniors attended a luncheon for the Detroit Economic Club. This time, Mr. Mike Mach ’03, an economics teacher at CC, led the group downtown. The primary speaker was Stephen Steinour, the Chairman, President and CEO of Huntington Bank.

Left to right: Michael Mullen ’12, unknown, David Neitzke ’12, Charles Berend ’12, Eric Wierszewski ’12, Jim Gibbons, unknown, David Oliver ’12, David Dulzo ’12, Michael Shields ’12, Jason Gluck ’12, Mitch Hancock ’00.

Faculty Secret Santa Each year during the Christmas season, female members of the faculty and staff organize and participate in a Secret Santa program. Every day for a week, small gifts are exchanged, working up to a slightly larger gift on the last day. The identities of the Secret Santas are revealed at a lunch on the last day. This is a wonderful experience that allows the female faculty and staff to bond and share in the holiday spirit!

This year’s participants were (left to right): Jane Beaudoin, Sue Wardle, Kristen Raskey, Ana Restrepo, Michelle Valant, Sharon Bowling, Jane Hayes, Mary Kay Polo, Judy Chabala, Allison Hodgins, Janice Sharkey, Amy Nanni and Karen Fanning. Missing: Daria Files, Leah Storm and Rachel Carion.

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Back row left to right: Damon Rottermond ’12, Eric Wiesziewski ’12, unknown, Stephen Steinour, The Honorable Sandy Baruah, Palmer Pawlusiak ’12 and Christopher Balmforth ’12. Front row left to right: Joseph Wenderski ’12, Mike Mach ’03, Evan Wormsbacher ’12 and Elijah Bentley ’12.

2012 National Merit Commended Students

Left to right: Andrew Vollmer ’12, Nicholas Trojniak ’12, Andrew Thompson ’12, Hunter McDaniel ’12, Connor Gibney ’12 and Joseph Kristofik ’12 This list was not available when the National Merit Semifinalist list was published in the last issue of the Aluminator.

Paddy O’Riney Memorial Scholarship In 2011, the family of Patrick Riney established the Paddy O’Riney Memorial Scholarship in honor of Patrick Riney, who passed away in February, 2011 (see In Memoriam, page 27) after a courageous battle with cancer. Patrick, an Irishman and a gifted writer, loved Catholic Central High School and the CC experience he shared with his three sons: Patrick ’82, Shaun ’83 and Kevin. To honor their father and to recognize a student who shares the same passion for creative writing, the Riney brothers, along with their mother Patricia and sister Kelly, awarded the 1st Annual Paddy O’Riney Memorial Scholarship to junior Jacob Glaser ’13. On Saturday, December 17, a scholarship presentation took place. If you would like to support the Paddy O’Riney Memorial Scholarship Fund, please contact Shaun Riney ’83 at Shaun.Riney@orthocarolina.com or Dan Collins ’84, Director of Advancement at (248) 596-3834.

Left to right: Kevin Riney, Meghan Riney, Shaun Riney ‘83, Jacob Glaser ‘13, Patricia Riney, Kelly Riney and Patrick Riney ‘82.

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Keeping Up with Catholic Central Athletes

Basketball - Catholic League Champs

the Michigan Interscholastic Hockey League Championship after dominating the toughest league in the state with a record of 14-3-1. The team was led by Head Coach Todd Johnson ’87 and assistants Gordie St. John, Doug Itami, Tom Nugent ’78, Rick Buttery ’01 and Danny Veri.

All-State Swimmers: Ryan Newman ’13, Tim Szuba ’13, Dan Szuba ’12 and Jack Walsh ’15 The Varsity Basketball Team completed one of its most successful seasons in recent memory. The Shamrock cagers won the Catholic League Championship for the first time since 1997 by defeating DeLaSalle 62-51 and the City Championship for the first time since 1968 by defeating Detroit Martin Luther King Jr. 56-48. The team then entered the playoffs where they defeated Salem for District Title. Their season ended with a loss to Orchard Lake St. Mary’s in the Regional Final. Led by Coach Bill Dyer and assistants John Fenbert and Rob Fragoso ’05, the Shamrocks finished with an overall record of 17-7.

Nolan Gluchowski ‘12

Skiing The Varsity Ski Team finished the season with a fourth-place finish in the Regional Championship, thus ending the streak of four consecutive state final appearances. Nonetheless, the Shamrocks had great success during a season with very inconsistent weather. Damon Rottermond ’12 qualified for the State Meet and finished in third place overall in the Giant Slalom. Ian Pierce ’12

Bowling The Varsity Bowling Team finished the regular season with a league record of 9-1 and a first place tie for the conference. After a second place finish in the Catholic League Tournament, the bowlers finished second in the Regional Tournament and qualified for the State Tournament. The team finished in eighth place overall in the state. Along the way, senior co-captain Eric Pavlov ’12 won the Regional Singles Championship. Congratulations to the Bowling Team and Head Coach Al Bridges ’71 on a terrific season!

Hockey The Varsity Hockey Team finished the season with an overall record of 20-5-1. Although their season ended in the second round of the playoffs, the Shamrock icers provided many exciting victories during the season. One such victory was over Orchard Lake St. Mary’s at Joe Louis Arena for the Catholic League Championship. The team also won 34

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Damon Rottermond ‘12 also qualified for the state meet and finished in fourteenth place in the Giant Slalom. The team also won the Mt. Brighton League Championship and finished third in the Catholic League.

Swimming & Diving - 6th in the State The Swimming and Diving Team, led by Head Coach Shannon Dunworth, has shown a tremendous amount of growth and success over the last few years. This season was no different. The team competed to a fifth-place finish in the Oakland County meet as well as a second-place finish in the Schack Invitational. They also swam to a runner-up finish in the Catholic League Championship meet.

Freshman Jack Walsh set a new CC school 100 Yard backstroke record (53.03 seconds). The previous mark was held by Zach Fellrath ’02 (53.55). He also set a new school record in the 200 Yard Individual Medley, breaking the record set by Randy Teeters ’92. The 200 Yard Medley Relay team of Jack Walsh ’15, Ryan Newman ’13, Dan Szuba ’12 and Tim Szuba ’13 broke the Detroit Catholic League record and the Livonia Recreation Center pool record with a time of 1:37.60. The old mark was set last year by CC (1:38.53). The CC Swimmers completed the season by sending nine members to the state finals where they placed sixth in the state – the highest finish since 2001!

Wrestling - State Champs The Varsity Wrestling Team won the State Championship once again! The Shamrock wrestlers completed a dominant season by defeating Oxford 47-9 for the State Championship in Battle Creek. Coached by Mitch Hancock ’00, the team finished the season with a 25-3 overall record and won the Catholic League, District and Regional championships as well. The success can be attributed to the enormous amount of work the student-athletes put in and to the phenomenal leadership of the senior class. After the team season was finished, ten wrestlers advanced to the Individual Finals held at The Palace of Auburn Hills. CC finished with nine All-State wrestlers including three State Champions: Ken Bade ’13, Drew Garcia ’14 and Kevin Beazley ’12. Also, congratulations to three-time state champ Alec Mooradian ’12 on becoming the first CC wrestler to compete in four state final matches.

1st Annual CC Alumni Tennis Invitational Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012

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Breakfast and Lunch Included • Doubles Tournament Format Donations will go toward the foundation of a need-based scholarship for a deserving CC student. Call and Sign up Today! Dante Cerroni ’96

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Basketball

All-Catholic Matt Doneth ’12 Kyle Cooper ’12 All-League Richard Katkic ’12 Academic All-Catholic Chase Janer ’12

Bowling

All-Catholic Jeff Conflitti ’12 Eric Pavlov ’12 All-League Ken O’Connor ’12 Academic All-Catholic Eric Pavlov ’12 All-Conference 1st Team Ken O’Connor ’12 Eric Pavlov ’12 All-Conference 2nd Team Dan Ault ’14 Jeff Conflitti ’12 All-Conference Honorable Mention Brad Conflitti ’14

Hockey

All-State 1st Team Michael Babcock ’13 Nolan Gluchowski ’12 Charlie Green ’13 Peter Halash ’12

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All-State 2nd Team Carson Gatt ’14 All-League 1st Team Nolan Gluchowski ’12 Charlie Green ’13 Peter Halash ’12 All-League 2nd Team Michael Babcock ’13 Carson Gatt ’14 All-League Honorable Mention Steven Haydon ’12 Derek Moore ’13 Ryan Mulka ’13 Tyler Van Norman ’12 Ryan Wandzel ’12

Skiing

All-Catholic & All-Region Damon Rottermond ’12 Ian Pierce ’12 All-State 1st Team Damon Rottermond ’12 All-State 3rd Team Ian Pierce ’12

Swimming & Diving

All-State Dan Szuba ’12 100 Yard Butterfly Jack Walsh ’15 200 Yard Individual Medley (New School Record)

Ryan Newman ’13, Dan Szuba ’12, Tim Szuba ’13 and Jack Walsh ’15 200 Yard Medley Relay Team (New School Record)

Wrestling

State Champion Ken Bade ’13 Kevin Beazley ’12 Drew Garcia ’14 All-State Malik Amine ’14 2nd Bob Coe ’13 7th TJ Fagan ’12 3rd Nick Mason ’12 5th Alec Mooradian ’12 2nd Trevor Zdebski ’15 3rd All-Catholic David Lilley ’13 Zack Colone ’12 Chris Naubert ’13 Alex Goings ’12 JT Ayotte ’13 Bob Coe ’13 Regional Coach of the Year Mitch Hancock ’00

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Supporting our Young Athletes

Varsity Lacrosse Thur/March 22 Sat/March 24 Tues/March 27 Fri/March 30 Mon/April 2 Tues/April 10 Thur/April 12 Sat/April 14 Tues/April 17

Clarkston East Grand Rapids Troy Athens Northville O.L. St. Mary’s DeLaSalle Cranbrook St. Michael (Toronto) U of D

HOME HOME HOME HOME Away Away HOME HOME Away

7:30pm 4:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 6:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm

Tues/April 24 Fri/April 27 Sat/April 28 Sat/May 5 Tues/May 8 Sat/May 12 May 17-June 2 Wed/June 6 Sat/June 9

Brother Rice HOME Culver Military Academy Away Western Reserve Away@Culver Ann Arbor Pioneer Away CHSL Playoffs CHSL Championship Notre Dame Prep State Regionals State Semi-Finals State Finals

7:00pm 7:30pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 7:30pm

Varsity Baseball Sat/March 24 Mon/March 26 Tues/April 3 Wed/April 4 Wed/April 11 Sat/April 14 Mon/April 16 Wed/April 18 Sat/April 21 Wed/April 25 Thur/April 26 Sat/April 28 Mon/April 30

Edsel Ford Away DH 11:00am Detroit Western HOME S 4:00pm Livonia Stevenson HOME S 4:00pm O.L. St. Mary’s HOME DH 4:00pm Bishop Foley HOME DH 2:00pm U of D Away DH 2:00pm Taylor Kennedy Madonna University DH 4:00pm Brother Rice HOME DH 4:00pm DeLaSalle Away DH 11:00am Divine Child HOME DH 4:00pm Detroit Western Away S 4:00pm O.L. St. Mary’s Away DH 11:00am Harper Woods Away S 4:30pm

Wed/May 2 U of D Sat/May 5 Brother Rice Mon/May 7 University Liggett Wed/May 9 DeLaSalle Fri/May 11 Divine Child Sat/May 19 CHSL Semi-Final Thur/May 24 CHSL Final May 29, June 1, 2 State Districts June 9 State Regional June 12 State Quarterfinal June 15 State Semi-Final June 16 State Final

HOME DH 4:00pm Away DH 2:00pm Away DH 4:00pm HOME DH 4:00pm Away DH 4:00pm Madonna University TBA Comerica Park 7:00pm North Farmington TBA Novi TBA TBA TBA Bailey Park, Battle Creek TBA Bailey Park, Battle Creek TBA

Varsity Golf Mon/April 16 Fri/April 20 Sat/April 21 Sun/April 22 Mon/April 23 Thur/April 26 Mon/April 30 Wed/May 2 Thur/May 3 Mon/May 7

Brother Rice/Divine Child - Away 3:30pm Lutheran North/O.L. St. Mary’s - Cattails 3:30pm Pinckney Tournament - Rush Lake TBA Indianwood Tournament 12:00pm Indianwood Tournament DeLaSalle - Away 3:30pm Seaholm Tournament - Orchard Lake Country Club Notre Dame Prep/U of D - Fieldstone Golf Club 3:30pm Cranbrook - Cattails 3:30pm Oakland Hills Tournament - Oakland Hills

Thur/May 10 Ann Arbor Pioneer Golf Invitational U of M Golf Course Mon/May 14 HVS Invite (Milford) - Prestwick Golf Course Mon/May 14 Dearborn Invitational - Dearborn Country Club Wed/May 16 Oakland County Tournament Mon/May 21 Detroit Golf Club - Detroit Golf Club Tues/May 22 CHSL Championship - U of M May 30/June 1, 2 Districts Mon/June 4 Bob Urschalitz Memorial Invitational - Cascades June 7, 8, 9 Regionals @Lyon Oaks June 15, 16 State Finals

10:00am 11:00am 8:00am 1:00pm

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Varsity Track & Field Sat/March 24 Thur/April 5 Sat/April 7 Mon/April 16 Sat/April 21 Mon/April 23 Fri/April 27 Mon/April 30 Fri/May 4 Sat/May 5

55th Kermit N. Ambrose Huron Relays - EMU Dakota Frosh/Soph Invitational - Dakota HS Inter-Squad 12&10 vs 11&9 - Catholic Central HS U of D - Catholic Central HS Ypsilanti April Showers Relays - Ypsilanti HS O.L. St. Mary’s - O.L. St. Mary’s HS Jackson HS Invitational - Jackson HS Divine Child - Catholic Central HS Harrison 9th/10th Grade Relays - Harrison HS Observerland Relays - Livonia Churchill HS

11:00am 2:00pm 9:30am 4:00pm 9:00am 4:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm

Mon/May 7 Sat/May 12 Mon/May 14 Fri/May 18 Sun/May 20 Tues/May 22 Fri/May 25 Sat/May 26 Tues/May 29 Sat/June 2

DeLaSalle - Catholic Central HS 4:00pm AA Huron Last Chance Invitational - AA Huron HS 10:00am Brother Rice - Brother Rice HS 4:00pm State Regional Championship - Milford HS 2:00pm Shamrock Freshmen Invitational - Catholic Central HS 10:00am CHSL Championship - Ladywood HS 2:00pm Oakland County Championship - Holly HS 3:00pm Oakland County Freshmen Championship - Milford HS 10:00am Kermit Ambrose Relays - Farmington HS 4:30pm State Final Championship - East Kentwood HS 10:00am

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