32
Jesuittoday
W I N T E R
2 0 1 0
The Jesuit community remembers and prays for those among us who have passed away and offers condolences to their families. We make every effort to reflect each passing in our community and regret any oversights that may occur. Please inform us of any losses in your immediate family.
Robert A. Paroski, Sr. ’49
Bob Paroski, graduate of Jesuit High School, long-time member of The Lord’s House of Prayer in Crandall, TX, citizen of Balch Springs, TX, and an outstanding husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on July 5, 2009. He was preceded in death by parents, Tom and Delia Paroski; daughter, Kathy Paroski; two brothers and three sisters. Survived by his wife, Carroll Paroski; sons, Robert Paroski, Jr. (Margaret), Steve Paroski (Cindy), Tom Paroski (Rosa); daughters, Cindy Swanner (Charles), and Sherry Paroski and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends.
Guadalupe “Lupe” Quevedo, Jr. ’49
Lupe Quevedo, born in Dallas to parents, Cipriana Marie Bayer and Guadalupe A. Quevedo, Sr., passed away on Aug. 17, 2009. He was the first son of nine children. At Jesuit High School, Lupe played football, baseball, handball, edited the school newspaper, and was a member of the first full graduating class of 1949. A U.S. Marine, he was a veteran of the Korean War. Lupe worked as a lithographer in Dallas and was an active member of St. Philip’s where he coached baseball and football. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Bertha; daughters Sandra Schubert (David) and Susan Kreneck (Kevin); sons Steven Quevedo and Sean Quevedo (Cynthia); grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers and sisters including Andrew Quevedo ’59 and James Quevedo ’63.
Louis A. DeHaes ’51
Louis DeHaes passed away July 29, 2009. Louis was born on Aug 21, 1933, in Irving, TX, graduated from Texas A&M in 1955, and spent a tour in Korea in the U.S. Army. He returned to Irving in 1966 where he lived until his death. Louis is survived by his mother, Laura; his wife, Jenice; his three children, Alyson DeHaes, Louie DeHaes (Kelly), Drew DeHaes (Dorothy); and his extended family, Tammy Ford, Danny and Tara Mathews, and Charles and Fancy Guthrie. Louis has 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Louis was preceded in death by his first wife, Shelia; his two sisters, Suzanne and Laura Louise.
Robert A. Barker ’56
Bob Barker passed away on Feb. 12, 2009, after battling lung cancer for almost eight years. He graduated from St. Mary’s University in 1960 and became a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Bob worked as an outside salesman for Keuffel and Esser Co. for 20 years. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 8541. His passion was model trains and he was a long-time member of the Model Railroad Association. He always spoke fondly of his years at Jesuit. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Rose Ann Barker; his daughters Kathryn L. Barker and Jennifer M. Huerta. Funeral Mass was at St. Monica Catholic Church in San Antonio, and interment was at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors.
Simon A. Martinez ’57
Simon Martinez passed away Aug. 19, 2009 after a year-long battle with brain cancer. Born to Gregorio and Ygnacia Martinez in Dallas, he was the youngest of 18 children. A graduate of Jesuit High School, he was the epitome of the school’s motto “Men for Others” as evidenced by his countless hours of time, dedication, and devotion to his church, his schools, and his family. Simon will be remembered as a faithful servant, loving husband and father, and dedicated friend. Simon is survived by his wife of 46 years, Helen Marie Martinez; sons, Martin Martinez ’82 and Matthew Martinez ’85; and daughter, Melissa (UA ’99). He is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family who will remember him as kind, gentle, and loving.
Robert M. Sirchio ’57
Bob Sirchio of Richardson, TX died May 16, 2009 at his home, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Chicago, to Walter and Mildred Sirchio, Bob grew up in Dallas where he graduated from Jesuit High School. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. A member of the U.S. Air Force, Bob served during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was a dedicated member of his local American Legion post. He is survived by his wife, Christine Sirchio; daughters, Michelle Sirchio, Kimberly Hunter, and Kelly Oliver; sons, Michael Sirchio and Tony Sirchio; brother, Rick Sirchio ’65 (Debbie). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. A lover of music, Bob enjoyed all aspects of his life.