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On the 50th Anniversary of Graduation - The Class of 1972 Brings Us Up To Date
Hockey Alumni GAme, AppreciAtion niGHt Welcomes Home over 60 Alumni
Detroit Catholic Central welcomed home over 60 alumni hockey program players and their families for a fun-filled, competitive day of CC Hockey and camaraderie on Saturday, January 8, at USA Hockey Arena, the home of Catholic Central Hockey.
A total of 36 former CC Hockey players hit the ice for Catholic Central’s annual alumni hockey game, with some traveling many miles to play; alumni from locations as far as Tampa Bay, St. Louis, and Indianapolis were represented. After a back and forth game, Alumni Blue defeated Alumni White 8-7 on a goal scored with three seconds remaining in the game; a rematch is already scheduled for next year. A great day was had by all, filled with dekes, saucer passes, not tripping over the blue-line, and reminiscing about the “old days.” CC Hockey is grateful for the enthusiasm, brotherhood, and spirited play of its alumni.
Following the alumni game, JV White Hockey defeated Orchard Lake St. Mary’s 3-1, followed by JV Blue Hockey defeating St. Mary’s 5-4; the evening on ice concluded with Varsity Hockey defeating St. Mary’s 4-0. Prior to the varsity game, Catholic Central honored its CC Hockey alumni with an informal on-ice recognition ceremony. “These CC men have been wonderful examples and patrons of CC Hockey,” said Hockey Assistant Coach Tom Nugent ’78. “They have supported the rich tradition that is Catholic Central Hockey. It is only fitting that we honor and recognize them this day and every year.”
Catholic Central Alumni Relations especially thanks Mike Giordano and Tom Nugent for their dedication to CC Hockey. “The time, effort, attention to detail, and love these two men have for CC Hockey, our players, coaches, parents, and alumni is second to none,” said Director of Development and Alumni Relations Tim Burke ’86. “They bleed Mary, Alma Mater blue and white, and we all are better for it. They are true examples of Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge in action.”
Thank you to CJ’s Brewing Company at USA Hockey Arena for its hospitality to alumni throughout the event.
The 16th season of the CC Alumni Association Basketball League (AABL) wrapped up in late March. Thank you to all the players for making this year’s season another great success! Congratulations to the three division champions: Team Delyon (Belmont Division), Your Dad’s Favorite Players (Outer Drive Division), and Team Cooper (Breakfast Drive Division).
A special thank you to Andy Slankster ’94, Kyle Cooper ’12, Jamal Jasser ’12 and the CC Maintenance Staff for keeping the AABL organized and running smoothly. Next year’s season will begin in early January 2023. If you are interested in playing or forming a team, please contact league commissioner Andy Slankster at aslankster@slanksterfinancial.com or call (248) 470-6098.
Belmont Division Champions - Team Delyon Outer Drive Division Champions - Your Dad’s Favorite Players Breakfast Drive Division Champions - Team Cooper
Belmont Division - Back row, left to right: CC Dads’ Club Members - Robert Delyon, Dan Pyden, Ty Johnson, Larry Stopczyski, Jon Grewe Front row, left to right: Tyler Delyon ‘23, Calen Priddy ‘24, Duane Johnson ‘25, Joe Stopczyski ‘23, Dylan Grewe ‘23 Not pictured: Chris Priddy (CC Dads’ Club), Jaden Pyden ‘25 Outer Drive Division - Left to right: Mike Tomey ’07, Sam Waxer ’10, Charles Daly ’08, Jon Bauman ’10, Eric Ely ’08, Brett Deeter ’10, AJ Provagna ’12, Joe Deeter ’18, John Albrecht (CC Dads’ Club) Breakfast Drive Division - Left to right: Ryan McGillivary ’14, Sean Birney ’14, Mike Birney ’11, Kyle Cooper ’12, Jack Dillon ’12, Gerald Perrault ’12, Richard Katkic ’12 Not pictured: Connor Cooper ’14, JD Field ’11
Shamrock Bar Association
On March 24, 2022, the Shamrock Bar Association gathered at CC for mass, camaraderie, and a discussion on “Practicing Law in the Zoom Environment.”
With over 30 Shamrocks in attendance, the evening started with mass, celebrated by Fr. Dennis Noelke, CSB ’71, followed by an informal reception and meeting in the cafeteria. Thank you to Dave Brauer ’84, Hon. Donald Knapp ’88, and Hon. Michael Riordan for organizing and hosting the discussion. The Shamrock Bar typically meets twice annually, in addition to providing mentorship and networking opportunities to students via internships, mock trial coaching, law day visits to court rooms, speaker events, and the newly established Shamrock Bar Association Scholarship Fund for need-based tuition assistance.
All alumni and family members who are judges, attorneys, law clerks, law interns, and law-related professionals are invited to attend the Shamrock Bar Association meetings and gatherings. For more information on the Shamrock Bar Association, please email shamrockbar@catholiccentral.net.
“Give me liberty, or give me death.” - Patrick Henry, 1765
Guest Columnist Joseph P. Corriveau ’88
Patrick Henry is credited with having the first recorded trust in our new nation. However, trust origins go back to the time of Roman Law. As far back as 800 A.D., English peasants created this tool to protect themselves from abuses of Kings and Queens who stole their land in the name of the Crown.
As an estate planning attorney, I like to think that Patrick Henry uttered these famous words knowing, when he faced death, that his family would be protected by his creation of the trust.
Why, then, are so many people still unclear as to what it means? Studies continually show that nearly half of all Americans pass away without a plan in place. A large percentage of those who do have only a will. I believe people fail to plan out of a lack of knowledge. I educate people everyday of the benefits of a properly funded estate plan and the avoidance of the costly pitfalls that result with one not in place.
I am often asked the same questions and have comprised a list which I hope you find helpful.
1. “Do I need anything more than a Will?”
• A Will is simply an invitation to Probate Court after you pass. While the expressed intentions may be carried out, your estate will still suffer the delays and costs I have found to be as much as 8% of the deceased gross estate.
2. “What happens if I become disabled?”
• If one is unable to make either financial or health decisions, another person must be granted that authority. Prior to the onset of this disability, this power can be given in the form of a Durable Power of Attorney. After the disability manifests itself, one will most likely have to incur the cost of petitioning the court for an appointment of Guardian and Conservator.
3. “Will my estate be subject to estate or inheritance tax?”
• Currently, the Federal Estate tax exemption is $12.06 million. There is no inheritance tax in Michigan.
4. “Am I giving away my assets by placing them in a Revocable Trust?” • A trust means that you do not hold title to your assets; your trust does. The transfer of title does not mean you lose control. You maintain the same power to buy, sell, transfer, borrow, and do whatever you wish with YOUR ASSETS. There is no difference between the day you place the asset in the trust than the day before you did so.
5. “How do I gift my favorite Catholic Central?”
• Within your Revocable Trust specific bequests can be made in different amounts, percentages, or dates of distribution.
6. “How much should I expect to pay for an Estate?”
• I charge a flat fee depending on the type of plan you choose.
The creation of an estate plan is one of the greatest gifts you can give. Without a plan in place, you may have a costly and unavoidable nightmare.
Joseph P. Corriveau ’88 Owner and Operator of The Corriveau Law Firm, located in historic downtown Northville, at 324 East Main. Mr. Corriveau is a certified Elder Law attorney and Mediator whose practice is focused on Estate and Family law. Joe can be reached by phone (248) 380-6800 or (844) 257-6251, or through his website www.corriveaulaw.com.
