Jesuit Today Winter 2022

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JESUIT TRAVELS

Our Students Cross the Globe.

And So Does Our Mission.

Since 1973, Jesuit Dallas students have participated in service-based immersion programs throughout the world where each encounter provides students with the opportunity to better understand the presence of God in their lives, the richness of other cultures, and the possible solutions to the social challenges that plague both developing and first-world nations. Catch www.jesuitdallas.org/jesuit-travels

our new YouTube video series to see our mission in action.

TODAY (USPS #15660) issue #026 Winter 2022 is published quarterly by Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas. 12345 Inwood Road, Dallas TX. 75244-8094. Mail at Periodical Postage Prices at Dallas, TX 75260. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to “TODAY” at Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas, Advancement Office, 12345 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 75244-8094.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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Around Campus

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Campus Buzz

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Course Spotlight

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MAGIS Golf Classic

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Sports Hall of Fame

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Foundation

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Homecoming

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Class Notes

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In Memoriam

Community Days

For 50 years, Jesuit Dallas seniors have engaged in a unique bonding experience and inspired a lifelong community of brotherhood.

ON THE COVER: Students kicked off Homecoming Friday with another fun-filled Ranger Day. Jesuit has many traditions, but only one that includes the entire student body competing in a day of games and activities. Pictured winning a class relay race are seniors Ryan McCormick, Hayden Moore, and Sean Johnston with Angel Guevara out in front.

JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DALLAS Michael A. Earsing President Thomas E. Garrison ’92 Principal James A. Soich ’04 Vice President of Operations & CFO William L. Antes II Vice President of Advancement Executive Director of the Jesuit Foundation

Message from the President I trust this message finds our students, parents, alumni, and friends healthy, happy, and ready for the New Year. A New Year at Jesuit signals the selection of a new freshman class and the final stages of the process that will take our beloved

SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2021-22

senior class into the next phase of their Jesuit

Chairman: Edwin S. Bell, Jr.

formation, as they make their post-graduate

Trustees: William L. Antes II; Timothy L. Dove ’75; Rev. Paul Deutsch, S.J.; Michael A. Earsing; Rev. Carlos D. Esparza, S.J. ’98; Catherine Foxworth; Thomas E. Garrison ’92; Paul M. Harris, Jr.; Michael J. Marz ’74; Rev. Robert Murphy III, S.J.; Rev. Anthony G. Rauschuber, S.J.; Clinton B. Shouse; James A. Soich ’04; Michael F. Terry; Thomas B. Walsh IV; Kathy B. Williams

decisions and put into practice what they have learned during their time here with us. It is never really saying goodbye to the seniors. It is saying farewell, as we will see them as wonderful alumni, fathers, and benefactors in the years to come.

JESUIT FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2021-22

The Jesuit calendar is so much more than the book

Chair: Timothy L. Dove ’75

Trustees: William L. Antes II; Jimmy W. Archie II ’93; Marsha Beasley; Edwin S. Bell, Jr.; Antonio Carrillo; Michael A. Earsing; Janiece Evans-Page; Aimee B. Griffiths; Eleanor D. Landon; John S. Moore; David T. Moran; John W. Morsbach III ’88; Kathleen A. Muldoon; Jon Piot; Joseph V. Popolo, Jr.; Jeffrey Prendergast; Bill L. Sladek, Sr. ’78; John J. Stephens; Brian J. Tusa ’90; Michelle S. Vopni General Counsel: David M. Rosenberg

ADVANCEMENT STAFF

Joelle Abi-Habib Manager of Annual Giving and Prospect Management Suzanne Armstrong Gift Processor Jan Deck Events Coordinator Selina Estrada Video Production Specialist Chelsea Hafertepe Manager of Stewardship and Donor Relations James Kramer Director of Communications Sean McMullen ’96 Director of Alumni Relations Bryan Montgomery Sports Information Director Maureen Nawalaniec Director of Gift Planning and Endowment Accounting Stephanie Nelson Administrative Assistant to Vice President Tim Plocica Principal Gifts Officer Candice Price Graphic Designer John Sabine Principal Gifts Officer Pat Sayers Director of Fundraising Events Shelly Schutze Advancement Services Coordinator Katy Wilson Digital Media Specialist

MISSION STATEMENT

Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas offers an excellent, Catholic education in the classical Jesuit tradition to form a community of men with high moral principles who are dedicated to serving others.

ends of new freshmen and graduating seniors. It is a timeless flow of formation and accomplishments. In the first half of the 2021-22 academic year, we had a senior student directly responsible for providing over 700 children in the area with Christmas gifts; a senior who has finished eight advanced placement exams with a near-perfect grade of 4.88; a junior who registered a near-perfect score on the SAT; and a senior invited to present medical research to the scientific community.

I could produce a list a mile long of all the wonderful accomplishments of our students for it is easy to see that the formation of our students does mirror the Profile of the Graduate.

It shines brightly on our tenets: intellectually competent, loving, religious, committed to working for justice, physically fit, and open to growth.

Gratitude does not have its own place in the Profile, perhaps because it is a component of all of them. I often hear our students saying thank you to their teachers after class. I often hear prayers of gratitude to a loving and generous God for all the blessings we receive as a school community. I know I am grateful for our students, and grateful for our parents who share in our mission of forming young men who will make a positive difference in the world.

I know God will continue to bless our Jesuit Community and I look forward to what the New Year will bring.

Michael A. Earsing

Around Campus...

TJ Howard ’08 Honored with University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award TJ Howard ’08, who serves as a member of the Jesuit Dallas science faculty where he teaches AP Physics 1 and Engineering: Introduction to Design Process, was the recipient of the 2021 University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award. Howard was nominated by a student in the University of Chicago Class of 2025, who singled out the Jesuit teacher and former Alumni Service Corps member as an educator whose guidance has helped him along the path toward intellectual growth.

In a prepared statement the Institution shared, “The University of Chicago is honored to recognize excellence in teaching and sincerely congratulates TJ Howard as an Outstanding Educator Award winner. The University deeply appreciates the lively minds who thirst for knowledge that educators like TJ have nurtured and inspired, and we are thankful for going above and beyond the call of duty every day and leaving an impression that will be carried over a lifetime.”

Howard has been very active in the community since graduating from Jesuit Dallas in 2008. A graduate of the Stanford Executive Education Design Thinking program, he spearheaded the two-year process to review and update the bell schedule and continues to lead this committee. He has also served as a freshman or junior varsity basketball coach at Jesuit every year since 2013. In 2019, he was presented with the Audrey & James E. Jack Humanities Award, and in 2020, he was selected by the faculty as the recipient of the Hal F. Tehan Family Award for excellence as an Ignatian educator.

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Nikko Boling Presented with Congressional Silver Medal Junior Nicholas “Nikko” Boling completed over 400 hours in public service and personal development and was recognized for his initiative and commitment to the community with the Congressional Silver Medal, which was presented to him in the fall by Beth Van Duyne, U.S. Representative for Texas’ 24th congressional district.

Said Rep. Van Duyne, “It is an honor to present this medal to Nikko, who has shown an unmatched dedication not only to his community, but to bettering himself. His actions are an inspiration to the community and serve as a reminder to give back to others and never cease the pursuit of personal growth.”

Boling is an AP Scholar and was recognized this year as a College Board National Program Scholar.

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2022 CALENDAR MARCH 9 14-21 23 25-26 26

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES SPRING BREAK JUNIOR CROSS MASS AND CEREMONY JESUIT-SHEANER RELAYS CELEBRATION AUCTION

Join us on April 21, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Craighead Green Gallery for ArtQuest. This fun evening of fellowship, art, and music, benefits the Jesuit Dallas Museum and the Andrew Bark ’98 Memorial Scholarship.

APRIL 9

JUNIOR/SENIOR PROM

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HOLY THURSDAY

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GOOD FRIDAY

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EASTER

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ARTQUEST

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STAGE & FILM PRESENTS: GREASE

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STAGE & FILM PRESENTS: GREASE

MAY 13

SENIOR CONVOCATION

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FRESHMAN CONVOCATION

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SOPHOMORE CONVOCATION

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JUNIOR CONVOCATION

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SENIOR MASS AND BREAKFAST

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COMMENCEMENT

SPECIAL GAMES

SMU’S MOODY COLISEUM

JUNE 6-24 SUMMER SEMESTER

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Jesuit Dallas Welcomes Chelsea Hafertepe Duncan Vice President of Advancement, BJ Antes, recently announced Chelsea Hafertepe Duncan as manager of stewardship and donor relations at Jesuit Dallas, where she will be tasked with overseeing the School’s stewardship program while helping to secure gifts as a frontline fundraiser. Previously an assistant vice president at the consulting firm, CCS Fundraising, where she helped steer several capital campaigns, Hafertepe most recently served as a major gifts officer at Catholic Charities Dallas.

“My grandfather, dad, and brothers all graduated from Jesuit, alongside many other family members and friends who have been shaped by the Jesuit experience, education, and brotherhood. The Jesuit community is rich in tradition, but also looks to the future to provide opportunities for men who will positively change the world. Jesuit is blessed by a devoted community, which has been the catalyst for an unwavering spirit of giving. I look forward to focusing on donor and volunteer recognition and celebrating the importance and impact their gifts have on current and future generations of students.”

New Museum Works Bring Intrigue and Mystery Three portrait paintings were recently donated to the Jesuit Dallas Museum with backstories that necessitated considerable research and left lingering answers to questions which may never be resolved. The pieces, donated by prominent Dallas businessman Walter Levy and his wife, Karen, are all dated from mid-19th century England.

In Portrait of a Young Child in a Red Dress, an unknown British artist is credited with the painting and the canvas contains a London stamp on the back. It is assumed that the child is a young girl, although it was not uncommon for boys during this period to be portrayed in dresses.

Thomas William Tottie, a well-known solicitor in Leeds and former mayor of the largest city in the county of West Yorkshire, is the sitter in the second portrait, but again, the details of the artist remain unknown. The third piece is titled Portrait of a Gentleman and is attributed to Sir Thomas Lawrence, the leading British portrait painter of the era and who was known to often not sign his work. The back of the painting bears a label indicating C.R. Fenton & Co., an English transport company specializing in antiques and art objects.

“We are grateful for these new acquisitions, which will enhance the educational objectives of the Museum,” shared Director Elizabeth HuntBlanc. “The portraits increase the presence of works from the 19th century, bridging a gap in this period and adding to the Museum’s existing portrait collection.”

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Troy Howell Takes the Reins of Championship Crew Program Bringing over 30 years of experience on the water to Jesuit Dallas, Troy Howell aims to help the Rangers continue their position as the top program in the USRowing Central Region and guide the team to an unprecedented fourth consecutive regional championship in 2022.

Howell arrives at Jesuit following a 12-year run as the director of sculling programs at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center in Vermont, during which he also had a one-year stint coaching the men’s and women’s crew teams at Middlebury College. Howell’s impressive record as a coach includes the 2015 U.S. U23 World Championship team, the winning 4+ shell at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials, and 2021 Ivory Coast Olympian N’Dri Kouadio Franck Aime.

He also served as the head coach at Episcopal School of Dallas from 1993-2008.

Over the past six seasons, Jesuit Dallas has won four regional championships in the varsity 8+ and has earned a spot at the USRowing Youth National Championships every year since 2013.

Since 2018, 16 student-athletes in the program have continued their rowing career at the collegiate level.

Theo Nguyen Delivers Feature Performance at Fall Orchestra Concert After being awarded a medal for “Superior” Performance at the Texas Private School State Solo and Ensemble contest last spring, junior Theo Nguyen was featured as part of the awards presentation at the 2021 Fall Orchestra Concert hosted at the Ursuline Center for Performing Arts.

The piece for which he received a state-wide honor and the piece he performed at the Fall Orchestra Concert, Franz Liszt’s Un Sospiro, is widely considered to be one of Liszt’s most challenging compositions.

“Theo is both a talented cellist and pianist, performing a broad spectrum of musical works,” said Donovan Putnam, Fine Arts Department Chair (pictured left). “He can often be heard practicing pieces by Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and others.

Liszt’s piano works are known for their virtuosity, and Theo’s tremendous work resulted in a repeat performance that did not disappoint!”

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ROBERT FITZGERALD

Running back Robert Fitzgerald ’22 was recognized by NBC5, named Ford Tough Player of the Week, and given his own bobblehead following a 170-yard, fivetouchdown effort in Jesuit’s playoff win over Arlington.

CHARLIE’S ANGELS

Senior Charlie Borowczak led efforts that raised over $70,000 for Christmas gifts through the Salvation Army. Thanks to Charlie’s Angels, over 700 children in the Dallas area had gifts under their Christmas tree!

ECOLOGICAL EXAMEN AND WORLD HUNGER RELIEF FARM RETREAT

Members of the senior class participated in our first Ecological Examen and World Hunger Relief Farm Retreat to reconnect with God’s creation, understand our relationship to food systems and the environment, and how our choices affect the world’s poor and vulnerable.

PROJECT UNITY

Thank you to the Dallas Police Department, The National Black Police Association, and our partners at Project Unity for educating our students and for creating solidarity in our community.

Stay Connected

ADOPT-A-FAMILY During the Christmas season, as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ and count the many blessings in our lives, we were inspired by our loving and generous Jesuit family through the Adopt-a-Family program, which provided presents for 100 underserved families throughout the metroplex.

Everyone: Jesuit College Prep Dallas Alumni: Jesuit Rangers Follow us on Instagram @JesuitDallas Alumni: @JesuitAlums

MARINE BIOLOGY

Academic, social justice, and cultural immersion programs, such as marine biology’s trip to the British Virgin Islands, take our students all over the globe.

Students are quick to capitalize on these experiences, which takes learning outside of the classroom and helps us understand more fully the diverse cultures of the world.

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Challenge Drive Wraps with Another Record-Breaking Effort “Jesuit parents, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude for your incredible participation in the 53rd annual Challenge Drive, and for all you do to support Jesuit and this wonderful community,” enthusiastically announced Challenge Drive Chair Howard Hambleton (pictured right). “With your help we were able to raise a record $1,563,158 for our boys.”

The Challenge Drive represents the current parent portion of Jesuit’s annual appeal program and helps cover the gap between the actual cost of educating a Jesuit student and a tuition rate that remains substantially lower than the School’s academic peers. Over 90% of current families participated in this year’s Drive, helping to fund academic and extracurricular programs, faculty development, and facilities and operations.

“I am in awe that our boys get to wake up and spend their school days on such a special campus,” continued Hambleton. “It is simply a cool place; a world class academic environment with a brotherhood that is second-to-none. Men for Others is not just a slogan. It is the culmination of core values being lived and breathed into all these young men as they move forward in life.

Thank you for continuing the tradition while responding to the needs of our students.”

Derek Zhang Earns Plaudits for Scientific Research Senior Derek Zhang received a coveted and rare honor when after being named a 2021 American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) High School Scholar for his work in the UTSouthwestern STARS Program, he was asked to present his findings to 1,500 attendees in San Diego at the AMIA Annual Symposium in November.

Zhang partnered with the distinguished Dr. Christoph Lehmann and Dr. Samuel McDonald of the Clinical Informatics Center to research and evaluate a sepsis clinical decision support (CDS) optimization using Jupyter and relevant toolkits. A paper Zhang authored on the work received rave reviews and was accepted into The Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association for publication.

Jesuit Dallas students have been a consistent presence in the STARS Summer Research Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center, although Zhang is the first student to earn such esteemed recognition. He is also the first to participate in the AMIA Annual Symposium, which is a showcase for the latest innovations from the community of biomedical informatics researchers and practitioners.

“I am very proud of Derek,” shared Max von Schlehenried ’06, an alumnus and faculty member who heads the Jesuit Dallas Medical Society. “Not only is he academically gifted, but he’s a thoughtful and caring young man. This is an incredible honor for one of our students, and although we’ve had many talented graduates move forward in their research field, none have accepted this honor while in high school!”

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course spotlight: Broadcast Journalism Instructor:

Mr. Bryan Montgomery

Credit:

1.00 Fine Arts Credit

Course Description:

In this independent study class (i.e. does not meet during school day on a regular schedule), students spend time learning about the following aspects of journalism: video editing, broadcasting from the booth, sport statistics, action photography, and sports writing. Students are expected to attend various sporting events based on a schedule agreed upon between the student and the instructor. This is a graded class that is a full-year obligation. It is a great opportunity for those looking at hands-on experience and creating a portfolio for future aspirations.

Course Work:

In this fully hands-on practicum-style course, students have the opportunity to engage in a multitude of opportunities that are closely integrated with a sports information office. Students broadcast athletic events, assist with photography or supplementary videography, historical research, the construction of publications, and the writing of press releases. The students are also provided the opportunity to have their work seen in almost an instantaneous fashion as the students in the course are broadcasting athletic contests live on the Jesuit Ranger Sports Network (JRSN). The Jesuit Dallas sports information office operates parallel to a college-level office, which results in students creating a stellar portfolio of on-air content and other promotable work that can be showcased at the collegiate level.

Beyond the Classroom:

As this is a first year class we have yet to engage outside individuals for the course, but in future years there is a goal to integrate professionals in the field to speak with the students and create the opportunity for the students to engage with local television or radio-based sportscasters and other broadcasters in the area.

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nother fabulous day in the sun fueled a tremendous celebration of community,

as Jesuit staged the 12th annual MAGIS Golf Classic at Stonebriar Country Club in Frisco.

Many thanks to our co-presenting sponsors, JLL and Prosperity Bank, and all of our sponsors, players, and volunteers, whose participation in the MAGIS directly supports the student experience through enhanced tuition assistance and student programming. Since its inception in 2010, the MAGIS has raised over $5 million in support of Jesuit Dallas students.

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A special thank you to the J.D. Dell Family for sponsoring Sunday evening’s dinner, which was highlighted by a moving speech from Jesuit Dallas senior, Truman Mininger.

PRESENTING SPONSORS

PLATINUM SPONSORS Munck Wilson Mandala/ Bill Munck and Mike Wilson

SHOOTOUT SPONSORS PriceWaterhouse Coopers

GOLD SPONSORS Ben E. Keith Company/ Kevin Bartholomew Brook Partners Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors J.D. Dell Family Market Street The Charles Young Family

The Par 3 Shootout sponsored by PriceWaterhouse Coopers is unquestionably one of the highlights of the tournament. Congratulations to the team of (L-R) Ray Chavez, Reid Leinbaugh ’12, John Leinbaugh, and James Leinbaugh ’10, for an unprecedented repeat victory and earning a golf vacation package to San Diego and the Fairmont Grand Del Mar.

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Sixty-Two Jesuit Dallas Students Awarded Academic Honors from the College Board and National Merit Corporation In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, 62 current seniors and juniors earned accolades from the College Board National Recognition Programs and the National Merit Corporation. Students earned the prestigious honors based on the combination of a high grade-point average, performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, and high scores across multiple AP exams.

“Jesuit continues to be proud of the accomplishments our students earn in the various facets of their lives, whether it be academic, extracurricular, or personal,” offered Dr. Ben Kirby ’00, Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Academic Support. “Earning recognition for being among the top students in the country is a testament to the young man, his family, and everyone with whom he comes into contact. It is exciting to have these young men walking the hallways and being an inspiration to their peers.”

To earn consideration as National Merit Semifinalists, three Jesuit seniors finished in the top 1% out of over 1.5 million testtakers on the PSAT during the 2020-21 academic year. Seventeen students finished among the top 5% of all test-takers to earn accolades as National Merit Commended Scholars. Additionally, 42 Jesuit Dallas students received honors through various College Board Recognition Programs, including the National African American Scholars Program, National Hispanic Scholars Program, and National Indigenous Scholars Program.

NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS John Archer Nicholas Evanich Derek Zhang

NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDED SCHOLARS Jetson Beck Owen Brown Mattia Campioli Po-Hsu Chen Conlan Diamond Lucas Hernandez Aarin Jain Henry Limber Aidan Magner

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William Mansour Jack McClure Jacob Neiman Mason Nothaft Deo Shaji Jack Sharp Carter Trupiano Nathaniel Walker

COLLEGE BOARD NATIONAL PROGRAM SCHOLARS Rodrigo Aldrey Joseph Amador Aldo Avila Gabriel Blanco Nicholas Boling Mattia Campioli Santiago Diaz Alexander Dondis John Dryden Sebastian Esquivel Lucas Ferguson Nicolas Ferraez Cole Frutos John Garza Angel Guevara

Lorenzo Hidalgo Alexander Johnson Alejandro Lizardi Diego Lopez Mario Lopez Francisco Lorenzo Lorenzo Martinez Quinn Mashburn Julian McDoniel John Moberly Nicolas Moreno Adair Oropeza Alejandro Ortiz Samuel Parker Colten Phillips

John Pott Andrew Reutinger Jorge Rios Reginaldo Sandoval Andres Santos Luke Scott Roberto Tello Diego Torrealba Antonio Vela Mark Villalba Cal Whitley Truett Whitley

Work of Heart Award Presented to Matt Shoemaker The Catholic Foundation recently honored college counselor Matt Shoemaker with the Work of Heart Award for “consistently going above and beyond his job responsibilities and exemplifying Christian values to fellow staff members and students alike.” He was surprised with the honor at the end of a prayer service prior to Thanksgiving.

“Matt leads by example with a compassionate heart,” voiced Principal Tom Garrison ’92 during the on-campus presentation. “He actively engages teachers in the college process, understanding the necessary role they provide in the student formation beyond Jesuit; and he provides a respectful forum for students and parents to have a voice in the college selection process, always communicating in a way that is authentic and caring.”

Matt Shoemaker (L) and Dr. Ben Kirby ’00

An Ace in the Hole The Celebration Auction is on a serious mission but the journey toward the goal each year is unmistakably memorable and fun.

Nearly one-third of all Jesuit Dallas students receive some form of financial aid and many of our students and alumni have benefitted from the proceeds of the Celebration Auction, which includes the annual Father Son Casino in the fall and the wildly popular Ladies Bingo in January. The Auction helps ensure that financial means has zero impact on admission to Jesuit Dallas or the student experience and we are grateful in our shared mission with parents, alumni, and friends in forming Men for Others.

This year’s Father Son Casino welcomed 862 players competing for an array of incredible prize packages in blackjack, craps, roulette, 3-card poker, and Big Six wheel. The Texas hold ‘em tournament, which always serves as the highlight of the evening, helped the event raise over $60,000 in support of our young men.

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Following the completion of the 2021 season in which the Rangers advanced to the Sweet Sixteen of the UIL state championship tournament for the fourth time in 10 years, Coach Charlie DeLong ranked as the seventh-winningest active head coach in the nation and the third-winningest coach in the history of Texas boys' high school soccer. During his accolade-filled career, DeLong has won 87 percent of the games he has coached and is a 17-time state champion across the TCIL and UIL. One of just 19 coaches in the history of high school soccer to reach the 600-win plateau, DeLong helped Jesuit establish a state-record, 72-game unbeaten streak (69-0-3) from 1988-91 that still stands. In 2010, the Rangers were ranked No. 1 in the nation according to ESPN and the NSCAA and finished the year 25-0-0 to become the first private school in UIL history to capture a state crown in any sport.

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One of only five studentathletes in Jesuit Dallas athletic history to secure an individual state championship in the University Interscholastic League, Alex Rinaldi was a three-time UIL state qualifier in wrestling who captured the 180-pound UIL 5A State Championship in 2007. The masterful title run capped a near-flawless season in which Rinaldi closed the year with a 38-2 record and finished his high school career with a ledger of 124-32, including an 81-10 mark over his last two seasons in a Rangers singlet.

Rinaldi shined as a rookie at Drexel University, earning a spot on the 2009 CAA AllRookie Team before scripting a successful four-year career with the Dragons.

Four men who have helped shape Jesuit’s remarkable competitive legacy were honored in the fall at the 22nd annual Blue & Gold Banquet celebrating the Sports Hall of Fame. It was another evening to remember as the Class of 2020 officially joined the ranks of Jesuit’s most distinguished student-athletes, coaches, and athletic administrators. “Our sincere thanks to the sponsors and donors for making this evening a tremendous success, and congratulations to our inductees for their exceptional athletic achievements and for continuing to bring honor to your alma mater!”

The first American to ever be ranked No. 1 in the world according to the World Karate Federation, Tom Scott is a 15-time national champion, 10-time USA Open champion, six-time Pan American Gold medalist, four-time Karate 1 Premier League champion, and has been named USA Karate Male Athlete of the Year on five separate occasions. In 2021, Scott became the first Olympian in School history as he represented the United States at the Tokyo Summer Games.

He has accumulated 36 medals on the international stage and is one of two Americans to ever take gold in both a kilo and open weight category, accomplishing the feat at the 2012 Pan American Championships. Scott has been a member of the United States men’s senior team since turning 18, qualifying at the U.S. Team Trials and National Championships each summer since 2008.

A starter on the Rangers’ 1987 TCIL state-championship football team, Dennis Traynor shined as a four-year varsity starter and senior captain for Jesuit Dallas baseball where he was a two-time all-state selection at shortstop and a two-time state champion.

After graduation, Traynor pieced together a historically stellar career at Centenary College. A twotime All-Trans America Athletic Conference selection, Traynor still holds the single-season program record with 60 runs scored during the 1990 season and finished his career ranked first in runs scored and triples, and second in stolen bases, walks, on-base percentage, and defensive assists. Thirty years later, and he still ranks among the School’s top 10 in a number of both single-season and career records.

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A New Era for the Performing Arts

John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men not only served as Stage & Film’s major fall production, it also ushered in a new era for the performing arts at Jesuit Dallas, as the first show in the reimagined Melsheimer Family Theater. Prior to the final performance of the run, the Theater, which includes state-of-the art intelligent lighting and sound, an expanded stage, and new seating, was formally dedicated in the new outdoor courtyard adjacent to the remodeled entrance and lobby.

President Mike Earsing welcomed guests by declaring, “On behalf of the entire School, I would like to the thank the Melsheimer Family for this wonderful blessing that we can share with our students. The performing arts have always been an important part of our formational program, and we are humbled by Miki and Tom’s generosity and vision.”

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Jeff ’14, Tom ’79, Miki, Annmarie, Hanna (Healy), and Jack ’11 Melsheimer

TRIBUTES:

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE AND JESUIT

Tribute and memorial gifts provide a wonderful way to remember the special people in your life. Whether for family, friends, co-workers or others, these special gifts provide an opportunity to remember or pay tribute to individuals as well as recognize special occasions. Tribute gifts can also be made through the establishment of endowment funds, as described in the testimonails below. Tribute gifts not only provide a unique way to express your feelings to others, but they also benefit Jesuit Dallas students by funding financial aid, operations, faculty, and programs. We are tremendously grateful for these meaningful gifts. If you would like to learn more about tribute giving or endowing a fund, please contact Maureen Nawalaniec (972-387-8700 x479).

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAD! “We have always loved the idea of charitable endowments because they are a meaningful way to honor someone who has been an inspiration to so many,” said Aimee Griffiths.

“Establishing The Bob Baillargeon, Sr. Endowment Fund at Jesuit Dallas was the perfect gift for my dad! We recently celebrated his 81st birthday and every family member contributed to his scholarship (fund). This meant more to him than any material gift any one of could have given to him.

“Recognizing what Dad means to all of us, as well as ensuring a student with financial need will have an opportunity for a Jesuit education, is something that we could all get excited about.”

VOWS WITH A DEEPER MEANING

The year-long pandemic postponement of their wedding had Helen and Thomas Tatum ’08 engaging in a deeper reflection of their lives together and their commitment to family and those in need. Tom, older brother John ’06, and their late brother, Paul ’11, all had fantastic experiences at Jesuit Dallas. Tom and Helen wanted to honor Paul’s life in a meaningful way on their wedding day. To do so, they created The Paul Kaelson Tatum ’11 Memorial Endowment Fund, at Jesuit Dallas, asking for contributions to the Fund in lieu of wedding gifts.

“We felt that it made the most sense to give our wedding guests the option of donating to Paul’s fund. We felt that giving the gift of education would be more sustainable than any kitchenware gift we could receive.

Surprisingly, it has actually brought a new level of joy to the family…and it allowed Paul to be with us during the most special day of our lives.”

“Including our wedding guests, essentially 180 of our closest family and friends, in Paul’s scholarship fund has been more rewarding than we could have ever imagined. All are now joyfully invested with us, as Paul’s spirit continues to live on in each Jesuit student who is honored by the scholarship that bears his name.”

FOR THE LOVE OF JACK “I wanted to give my husband, Tom ’95, something unique and meaningful for our 20th wedding anniversary, which is hard because he never wants anything” shared Katie Donovan after establishing the Jack Donovan Memorial Scholarship Fund.

“We have had a lot to celebrate during our 20 years together, but there was one aspect of our life that I felt we hadn’t fully honored yet. Tom and I lost a son, Jack, over 15 years ago and we have always wanted to do something lasting and special to remember him. It suddenly became obvious that starting a fund at Jesuit in our late son’s name was the perfect gift for this occasion.

“This gift is not only a reflection of our gratitude for Tom’s time there but will hopefully provide opportunities we would want our own sons to have and keep Jack’s legacy alive for many years to come.”

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RHSB Foundation Supports the John Luke Hughston Endowment Fund and Need-Based Financial Aid The RHSB Foundation announced the John Luke Hughston Endowment Fund at Jesuit Dallas as this year’s beneficiary of its annual Throw Down cornhole tournament, held in early November at Klyde Warren Park.

The Foundation made a $20,000 gift in honor of John Luke’s memory to provide need-based tuition relief for deserving families.

“Jesuit is a special place,” shared Tom Hughston, CEO of RHSB and John Luke’s father. “We are so thankful to all of our sponsors and generous supporters for contributing to our efforts each year, and for supporting the tremendous Jesuit Dallas experience. This is an incredible legacy for our son.”

Pictured above: Tom Hughston, Erin Hughston, Mary Ann Johnston, Father Arthur Unachukwu, Ainsley Hughston and Thomas Hughston ’11.

Not pictured: Hanna Hughston

A member of the Jesuit Dallas Class of 2012, John Luke passed away in May 2021 two weeks shy of his 27th birthday. Classmates, family, and friends joined together to create a permanent source of needbased financial support in his memory. “John Luke was a tremendous brother, son, and friend. Jesuit was the place where he developed his servant mindset and he carried those values onward, always striving to better the lives of those around him. This endowment fund impacts the greater Dallas community by educating and forming young men who will positively change the world.”

YOUR LEG AC Y, OUR PROM ISE

No qualified student is ever denied admission to Jesuit Dallas due to financial need.

“Our family saw the positive impact of a Jesuit education on our sons’ William ’18 and Harry ’22,” expressed Deb and Robb Gibbins. “They loved their years at Jesuit; the education, but most importantly the relationships they forged. We want to help Jesuit offer that experience to young men generations from now while making a statement to our sons about how much we valued the impact of Jesuit on their lives.”

From 1995-2001, Deb served on the audit committee as a member of the Jesuit Dallas Foundation Board. This experience illuminated the impact that legacy gifts have as it relates to the financial position of the Foundation.

“A strong endowment fund drives a steady, reliable funding stream to school operations and makes the Jesuit experience broadly Deb, Robb, Harry ’22, and William ’18 Gibbins available to young men regardless of their family’s financial position.

A legacy gift through a life insurance product is a such manageable way to make an impactful gift to Jesuit. It’s a bit like investing through your employer’s 401k program in that you barely notice the premiums leaving your bank account, but those premiums build over time to become a substantial gift.”

Planned gifts of all sizes and types helps support scholarships, faculty, facilities, and programs. They also leave a legacy for you or your loved ones that secures Jesuit’s future. The only requirement is trust in our mission of forming men of competence, conscience, and compassion.

“The community of young men that Jesuit brings together makes us proud to be a part of the Jesuit family. We see how Jesuit brings together boys from all facets of the Dallas area and forges a bond that can last a lifetime.”

To learn more about how you can join the Gibbins Family in creating your Jesuit Legacy while helping us to fulfill our promise, contact: Maureen Nawalaniec, Director of Gift Planning and Endowment Accounting 972-387-8700 x479

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mnawalaniec@jesuitcp.org

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Alumnus Initiates the Mark Moussa ’76 Young Entrepreneurs Scholarship Fund

“Jesuit instilled in me a ‘can-do’ attitude where anything is possible,” shared alumnus Mark Moussa ’76 when describing why he sought to create a fund to support the entrepreneurial spirit of our students. “I remember needing extra money to pay for my car when I was a student. I got a part-time job selling blue jeans at John’s Jeans in Valley View Mall. A job on one hand but it also had a lot to do with my entrepreneurial drive.”

Juliette and Mark Moussa ’76

Moussa is the founder of Arteriors Home and maintains a professional passion for interior architecture and design. He likens the industry to the fashion world which moves swiftly and is ever changing. His business is a vehicle for innovation, and this new fund will not only support students in Jesuit’s Entrepreneurship Club, but all students who may become pioneers in business, science, and medicine.

“My four years at Jesuit played a very important role in my life. The education was one thing. But the overall experience of how to get along socially with people is what I remember most. Jesuit was my happy place and remains a very special place in my heart.

My friends, fellow classmates, and teachers all contributed to this. Giving back and establishing this fund is a way to say thank you!”

Claire and Jeff Moore Help Establish Health & Wellness Endowment Fund Responding to Jesuit’s commitment to student wellness, Claire and Jeff Moore, along with their sons, have made a lead gift toward the establishment of the Jesuit Health & Wellness Endowment Fund. “We have always been strong proponents, advocates, and seekers of wellness,” said the Moore’s. “The intersection of timing, prayer, and mission led us to this opportunity to open pathways for students to continue their formation as Men for Others, and our hope is that our gift is only the initial building block of many gifts to be used for all students’ health and wellness.”

Dawson ’18, Jeff, Mason, Claire, and Daniel ’20 Moore Last year, Jesuit chartered a peer-to-peer support program called Hope Squad, whose mission is to remove the stigma around mental health issues and to prevent youth suicide through education, training, and peer intervention. Student wellness was also addressed through schedule changes, increased opportunities for community building, and collaborative structures that continue to shape pedagogical frameworks, faculty formation, and school policy, and reinforce a cohesive program that is focused on growth.

“In business, wellness programs are linked to a company’s productivity and bottom-line,” added Jeff. “Bringing appropriate programming to the young men at Jesuit will develop self-awareness and practices for their own health and wellness into adulthood.

This is invaluable for their growth and formation, and we are honored to take part in this blessed opportunity.”

Recently, Jesuit Dallas unveiled initiatives to make student wellness a priority for everyone, including families. A health seminar course was developed and is provided to every student with the goal of teaching healthy living through the lens of brotherhood, commitment, and integrity. Jesuit Dallas has also partnered with Children’s Hospital and the Halliburton Foundation to provide concrete resources for the community as it relates to emotional support, which includes parent evenings, student presentations, faculty meetings, and the opportunity for individual assessments.

“As their formation grows in so many areas of their lives, time, thought, and action must be given to their own health and wellness,” reflected Claire. “This is fully in line with the Catholic social teachings of Jesuit. The health and wellness offerings will provide a means for each student to learn and understand who he is and provide tools for improvement where needed. My experiences have shaped my views to know full-heartedly that if we believe in something, it’s worth investing in. I believe in these young men. I hope as a community we can work together to support their health and well-being as they work to be Men for Others.”

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The joy of our wonderful Jesuit community is always on full display during Homecoming, and this year proved even more meaningful as all of the festivities made a triumphant return to campus. The celebration began with Tuesday’s Sons of Alums Breakfast and continued through Sunday’s Alumni Memorial Mass. We are so grateful to our concert sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who participated in this special week of love and community.

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Our alumni took center stage on Friday night, as the presentation of the Golden Diplomas to the Class of 1971 preceded football’s dominant 37-0 victory over Berkner, while campus was packed for reunion celebrations. This was our largest reunion celebration ever, and more class photos from the evening can be found in Class Notes.

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The annual Alumni BBQ Cook-Off had its most outstanding year yet, with the hundreds of guests in attendance at Alumni & Family Day enjoying the spoils of the competition. Congratulations to Nicholas Bowden ’99 and Carlos Ubinas ’99 of Team Jesuit ’99 for winning the ribs competition and Team Duda (Johnathon Bingham ’01, Brian Costanza ’00, Evan Ratcliff ’00, and Gavin Secchi ’01) for top brisket.

Beginning bright and early on Saturday, current and alumni families spent a fun-filled morning on Jesuit’s campus for Alumni & Family Day, which featured inflatable bounce houses and slides, temporary tattoos, balloon art, a magician, campus tours, and rugby and flag football contests for alumni.

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Saturday evening brought Jesuit Live! and a two-set performance from The Spazmatics – on Wright Field! Dancing and singing was the order of the night as guests partied on campus to the sounds of the ultimate 80s tribute band. The entire week was an affirmation of our amazing community, and we are grateful for your partnership in our mission. See you next year!

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A Connection Between Generations The Purpose and Magic Behind One of Jesuit’s Greatest Traditions

By Blake Woodard ’22

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or more than half a century, a major event in the

Community Days can be summed up easily during a

lives of every Jesuit senior has been Community

simple game of kickball during my own experience this

Days, formerly known as Senior Community Weekend.

past fall. There was no true form to the game; it was rather

This cherished annual three-day retreat allows students

haphazardly played. Competition in the game seemed

to not only reflect on their previous three years at Jesuit,

not only incredibly important but also worthless. In group

but also provides a unique opportunity to build and

discussions, our faculty mentor stated how seeing us

deepen relationships with classmates. Community Days is

playing in such a formless manner bettered us; our goals

decidedly special because the ultimate goal is to solidify

weren’t based in winning but rather in our time together.

a lasting brotherhood that many alumni carry with them throughout the rest of their lives.

“Community Days has been a formative part of my life both as a high school senior and as an adult,” remarked

Community Days began in 1972, with more than half of

David Williams ’96, who has been a teacher, counselor,

the senior class gathered on an island owned by Texas

and coach at Jesuit for over 20 years. “Anytime you

Power and Light “to foster an atmosphere of trust and

can get a group of people together for the purpose of

care between individuals and groups.” Later known as

refocusing on community I think you have the potential

the Agape Celebration, these original events laid the

for meaningful personal and institutional growth. When I

foundation for what future generations of Jesuit students

was a student, I sensed that Community Days was a sign

would experience.

of Jesuit’s trust in me. For three days my teachers and my

There is a privacy element to the Community Days experience that prevents me from going into detail or providing specifics, although many of the activities are familiar to students who have experienced other class retreats. However, while the activities may be similar, the context behind them is altogether different. Most of the other retreats throughout a student’s time at Jesuit is focused on personal growth, like Kairos. Community Days is designed to be outwardly focused, where the basis is the whole class, not each student as individuals.

peers were vulnerable and exposed. I was treated like an adult. As a member of the faculty, I witnessed the planning and intentionality of the day. Particularly, I marveled at the leadership of the students. The guys I once knew as tentative sophomores were now confident men. Some of Community Days’ magic simply cannot be explained.

Even when you know what events are coming next, even as the student body grows in size, senior classes still surprise me with the love and acceptance that they show one another. It is beautiful and it is a privilege to witness.”

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Changes in the structure and format of Community Days over the years have been minimal, and one ingredient that was given important consideration to the experience was sharing in this time together away from campus. It was not an insignificant departure to lose that aspect in 2020 and 2021, as COVID-19 forced us to modify our plans.

I have heard many stories from teachers and students discussing how they would stay up late enjoying their time together, and I can’t help but feel a little disappointed that I missed out on some of those experiences with my classmates.

Despite our inability to be together overnight, Community Days was a profound experience, and even with the changes, I actually found it to be quite powerful to have it happen on campus. Ultimately, sitting in the Terry Center together, just like we had four years earlier at Freshmen Orientation, made Community Days feel more conclusive to the Jesuit experience.

“When I was a student, I liked it because it brought us closer,” shared alumnus and Director of Counseling, Jack Fitzsimmons ’76. “The class size has nearly doubled since the mid-70s, so it's nice that we've still been able to offer that same type of formative experience. Community Days provides a connection between generations. We just bring more faculty members and have more opportunities for people to participate in the individual and group work.”

Community Days has its own unique importance for every class. In the wake of tragedies, global events, and hardships, Community Days allows for students to heal those open wounds. The Roundup published a piece in 2019 with Ashton Casey ’20 writing about how “[his] class had a rough start... From expulsions to tragedies, [his class has] been on a roller coaster ride over the past three and (almost) a half years.” The pain felt by that class is likely reminiscent to many classes over the years, and in my own Community Days experience, I felt a sense of togetherness based on my discovery that I wasn’t alone in my journey. I learned how common it was for students to bring each other out of the rough patches in their lives. In the 50 years between the first Community Weekend and our most recent Community Days, students still converse with each other about the same passions, experiences, and anxieties.

“Many of our students have enjoyed a great experience since they were freshmen, but some may have not felt like they were truly part of the community,” continued Mr. Fitzsimmons. “Like Junior Retreat, Community Days is one of those moments when students all of a sudden get it. They recognize that they are part of something bigger than themselves, and it’s great to be able to bring everybody together.

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“Anytime you can get a group of people together for the purpose of refocusing on community I think you have the potential for meaningful personal and institutional growth...

Some of Community Days’ magic simply cannot be explained.”

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“Community Days proves that you don’t need to have 287 best friends, but you can know and respect the other people in your class for the work they do or the things they’ve done to help shape each person’s experience, whether as academic scholars, student-athletes, musicians, debaters, actors, or all the above. You understand that everybody has their value and that makes our community stronger.”

In my own personal experience with Community Days, it did bring me closer to my classmates and my community. I know I’m not alone in thinking this, but school events now seem to carry a greater weight after Community Days. Community Days reminded me that I won’t always be with my classmates, and a year from now I won’t be seeing many of them. This may seem like a quite obvious observation, but it was a realization that made me become a more active participant at Jesuit events.

Alumni from a plethora of high schools from around the country – both public and private, have fondness of their experiences as a class or keep friendships into adulthood, but our experience together at Jesuit and the bonds that are created during Community Days gives a different meaning to those relationships; it’s where our lifelong unity, companionship as alumni, and our brotherhood are crystalized. For 50 years, Community Days has been an experience specifically for Jesuit seniors, but the real magic is that it ends up uniting all of the classes.

Blake Woodard ’22 is editor-in-chief of Jesuit ’s award-winning student newspaper, The R oundup.

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Dr. Bob Hendler ’66

NAMED JESUIT DALLAS DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS “When I look back at different parts of my life, I realize how much my values have been shaped by my time at Jesuit. The Jesuit experience – both high school and college – is an essential part of who I have become.”

It’s the moment in Dr. Hendler’s talk with fellow alumni and current students at the Sons of Alums Breakfast that best describes the reason he has lived a life espousing the mission of his alma mater. Selfless to his core, Dr. Hendler has made an indelible impact in the world through his commitment to service, academic achievement, and a belief that he can make a difference. In recognition of his contributions to medicine, his generosity and care of Jesuit and so many other schools and organizations as a medical advisor during the COVID-19 pandemic, and for crafting a legacy as a true Man for Others, Hendler has been named the recipient of the 2021 Jesuit Dallas Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Hendler currently serves as the chief medical officer at the Texas Hospitals Association and the Texas Hospitals Association Foundation, as well as a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine. His career in hospital administration is expansive and includes a turn as medical chairman of the Disaster Preparedness Task Force for a global healthcare corporation during the height of the avian influenza epidemic; recognition for organizing the medical direction of the relief efforts during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita; and providing strategic guidance for the Clinical Innovation Department at THA while serving as liaison to the American Hospital Association.

A practicing physician for 20 years who never turned away a patient in need, Hendler transitioned to a leadership role with the Tenet Healthcare Corporation in 1998, before ultimately becoming senior vice president and associate chief medical officer at Parkland Health & Hospital System in 2016.

Hendler made a career prioritizing healthcare for the underserved, from caring for AIDS patients at a time when not a lot was known about how the disease was transmitted to providing medical care for patients of all backgrounds

regardless of insurance, religious, or financial circumstances. As he explained, “It was just what I did; it was never a question. That was something that was engraved in me through my education. You don’t just wake up and say you are going to be a Man for Others today. You do it every day. It’s a part of you; it’s always there.”

Early in 2020, and before the pandemic resulted in an economic shutdown that continues to have devastating impacts across the globe, Hendler met with administrators at Jesuit to talk about the likelihood of an uncontainable outbreak and what the School could do to both prepare and mitigate spread.

Throughout the early stages of the outbreak and continuing through today, Hendler has remained in close contact with School officials. His guidance has helped shape Jesuit’s health and wellness policies and kept the School’s response grounded in science.

Because of his efforts, Jesuit Dallas was one of the only academic institutions in Dallas to begin the 2020-21 academic year on time and in person. Additionally, the School has been able to maintain all activities where allowed or reasonable with minimal incidents of spread. Through Hendler’s counsel, and the continuing education with our students and families, vaccination rates within our School community were quickly among the strongest in the city, and transmission of COVID-19 among students and staff has remained low.

“The pandemic has been something unlike anything else, and the struggle of people not being able to see their family and the hard times many of us are facing as a community is devastating. Earlier in my career, I built the pandemic response for 125 hospitals across the country, and so when I was initially asked to present, I was eager to explain the science as we knew it. I was impressed with the approach of the Jesuit leadership. One lost student or staff member was an unacceptable tragedy that would have never been allowed, and because of the measures Jesuit took, the school remained a safe place.”

“Being named a Distinguished Alumnus is a huge honor, although the attention does make me uneasy. I come out of a background, particularly as a health care professional, where you do your job without considering the number of hours worked or what the future may hold. I treasure my education and can honestly say that my Jesuit experience was a huge part of my success as a physician. We need smart, young, driven individuals to tackle the challenges of our world, and I hope that when I meet with Jesuit students I can inspire them, and help them understand our duty as Men for Others.”

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Classnotes

1950s

Pat McDowell ’52 is enjoying reading, his lunch with Judges, and lunches with the Class of ’52. “I am blessed with four exceptionally wonderful grandchildren - Reynolds, Maura, Patrick, and Mason.”

Rodger Koppa ’54 is a part-time working retiree at Texas A&M. “I teach a senior engineering elective spring and fall semesters.

I continue to act as a worship leader at St. Thomas Episcopal Church and am still active as a member of the College Station Noon Lions Club.”

Patrick McDermott ’56 “During Covid, my wife Judy and I, semiretired, are spending most of our time at a little farm we own in the Shenandoah Valley with her horse Sparky, five head of cattle, three sheep, and a dozen chickens, commuting once a week to our home in Vienna, Va. to mow lawn, attend Church, pick up mail, etc.; celebrated Thanksgiving with

three of my four children and significant others, all living on the East Coast.

Robert Hettler ’58 retired from Texas Instruments in 1998 after 37 1/2 years. “I’ve recently met for lunches with Jesuit classmates and students I knew during 195758, including John Stack, Ed Lamberty, Mike Morrow, Jack Sweeney, Rick Cardenas, Jack Harper, and Tony Levantino. I think the get-togethers will be scheduled every two-to-three months and organized by John Stack.”

Jerry Pettibone ’58 “In addition to Sooners Helping Sooners, I run a high school football recruiting service at JerryPettibone.net. I do evaluations on players and help them, and their families determine the best level of college football to play while assisting young players through the recruiting process.”

Mike Murphy ’59 is a retired major in the U.S. Army, where he was a company commander in Vietnam. Mike attended British Jungle Warfare School in Malaysia, graduated University of

George Tuton ’58 “Greetings, Jesuit Alumni. The image above is a piece of sculpture shown in the past at the University of Kansas and in the more recent past at the Ryan James Gallery. The title is Inside Outside - Inside Outside. A Self Portrait. The media are: 52”x52” heavy filtering papers, one coated with a red clay and slate dust, the other is uncoated. Under the uncoated paper are placed UV lights. On the coated paper are IR lights.

There are also warnings about the danger of looking at UV and IR for a prolonged period of time. Have a look at my website for a more inclusive look at my work. www.tutonarts.com. Best to All.”

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Nebraska, jumped into Panama for Army jungle school, spent three years in Thailand, and one at Berlitz School of Languages in Washington D.C.

Also, as a gunsmith, I reached my first goal of building my 101st custom rifle and am working on the next two. And we installed solar!”

Stanley Hupfeld ’62 is the current chair of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority.

John Sefeik ’63 is excited to announce that their grandson, David (son of Chris ’90), received a cochlear implant in Cincinnati in 2021. “We are so incredibly happy and thankful to God and doctors for giving David an opportunity to hear.”

David Crane ’63 “I am pleased to announce Linda and I celebrated our 48th wedding anniversary!

Joe Brophy ’65 sold his tax and accounting practice to Head Tyler LLP in July, 2020 to concentrate

1960s

Joe Pete Wilbert ’62 is happy to announce that the Wilbert family now has a third generation Ranger. Luke Wilbert is a member of the freshman Class of 2025. He is preceded by his dad, Ted ’90; and grandfather. “We are proud and happy.”

Jim Jenkins ’71 has been serving as a professional Santa Claus for several years and receiving great joy from doing so. “I have two sons. The older is the head coach of the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA and the younger is an accomplished software sales consultant.”

Dan O’Connell ’76 joined a number of other Jesuit Dallas alumni in participating in the inaugural fund-raising event for Break the Barrier, a non-profit co-founded by Lee Carter ’72.

Pictured left to right at Thorntree Golf Club: Francisco Escobar ’72, Steve Cook ’73, Lee Carter ’73, Bryan Stiegman ’72, Bill De Loache ’76, and Dan O’Connell ’76. “There were several other Jebbies that participated but missed the photo.”

on his money management and estate planning practice thru Avantax Wealth Management, Inc. Andy Chase ’65 reports “the pandemic has given me a golden opportunity to accomplish a thorough inventory of the bumps in my den ceiling and the number of blades of grass in my front yard. Now it is time to move on to something mundane, like a long trip to maybe some national parks.”

Steve Gossett ’66 reports that he and wife, Charlene, celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary and are “proud to have two children, five grandkids and 1 ½ great grand kids!”

George Gasper ’69 is enjoying retirement after working for almost 38 years in the Office of Chief Counsel at the Internal Revenue Service. He informs that his son, William Gasper ’19, will be entering his junior year at The University of Texas at Austin, Cockrell School of Engineering and was recently named a College Scholar honoring the most outstanding students at the University.

1970s

Charlie Johnson ’70 enjoyed his 50-year Golden Anniversary from his alma mater and is thankful for his “buddies at Jesuit. As Jackie Gleason said, ‘you’re the greatest.’

And to add, I’m with the greatest woman on earth. God blessed me with Delaine; love her like crazy.”

Martin Ochs ’70 has joined the non-profit board of Friends of the Austin State School Supported Living Center. The board’s mission is to support the residents and staff of the Austin State School.

The Austin location has 176 residents living full time at the facility and 800 staff. There are 13 other State School locations around Texas.

John Whaley ’70 After a long career in higher education administration at SMU and The University of Chicago, John returned to graduate school and earned a Master’s in Counseling and is now practicing at a local Dallas clinic as well as seeing private clients.

John Clough ’71 recently retired after 40+ years in sales and marketing management positions in the consumer electronics industry.

John Cordova ’70 proudly boasts that he has recently been blessed with his first grandchild: Thomas Alexander Gonzalez, born Nov. 16, 2021. “I am starting now to save for tuition for the Class of 2040!”

Kevin Kuzel ’70 retired from the U.S. Navy as a pilot in 1995 and recently retired and closed his international military electronics business. Kevin has worked as a technical assistant to the movie industry where and got to work with Rue McClanahan and John Travolta, a fellow aviator! He is also a proud survivor of kidney cancer and the radical nephrectomy that followed.

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He currently manages the bar at the world-famous Keyport Yacht Club in New Jersey and spends a lot of time on the water sailing.

“Life is good. Praise God!” Mikey Miller ’71 requests prayers as he has had some serious falls and concussions resulting in permanent brain damage.

Al Hockaday ’72 “I have been a professional Santa since 2017. It is a lot of fun bringing joy to people of all ages. The youngest I have had in my lap was two days old. The oldest was 92. I have done events for a few Jesuit Alums too.”

Jim Moser ’70 “We recently moved to Ocala, Fla., to be with family. We love it! There’s lots to see and do. This is my family earlier this year in Florida (our new home). Left to right is our daughter Anne, me (Jim), our daughter Sarah, my wife Gretchen, our son Matt and his wife Cailin.”

The Jesuit Dallas community and a throng of out-of-state guests were treated to an amazing performance of the national anthem in the fall prior to the Rangers’ win against state-ranked Choctaw from Oklahoma. Delivering the stunning rendition: Jesuit’s own Dion Pride ’80, the national recording artist with a No. 1-hit single who honored his father and one of country music’s most celebrated and iconic stars, as Jesuit hosted Charley Pride Appreciation Night.

Rozene Pride, Dion’s mother and Charley’s widow, who was the first woman to serve on the School’s Board of Trustees, also took part in the ceremonies.

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Tim Johnston ’77 “I am proud to announce that after 32 years of serving students and parents of Plano ISD, I retired in June 2020. I am looking forward to what God has in store for me moving forward. However, I am enjoying life with my granddaughter Ava. Blessings on all my classmates of 1977.”

Dr. Joseph Morrison ’72 is the president of Lifefirst – a pro-life nonprofit organization. He is also a parttime medicine consultant for CVS. Mike Anthony ’74 and wife, Phyllys, proudly announce that their daughter, Whitney Gaspard (Ursuline, 1997), was promoted to commander in the Carrollton Police Department.

Jim Hairston ’79 continues as president of New Capital Funding and reports the birth of grandbaby number nine - Henning Christopher Hairston, to James Hairston ’11 and his wife, Diedre.

Rev. Joseph J. Lehman, TOR ’79 “In June 2019, I was elected to a four-year term to serve as the Minister Provincial of my religious congregation of Franciscans. Prior to my election, I served as the

VP for mission integration at Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pa., where I also work now. I completed a PhD in Higher Education from Boston College in 2014.”

1980s

Springs, Ark. “To keep myself sharp, I started a communications consulting business to stay busy when I am not out fishing or golfing. We are very active in our church up here working hard to spread the good news of Jesus and how He can change your life!”

Greg Swain ’80 and wife, Cindy, live on a small farm in Owosso, Mich.

Greg continues work as a Professor of Chemistry and as a member of the Neuroscience program at Michigan State University. The youngest of our three children graduated college in 2019. All three children are pursuing careers in their chosen fields.

Barton Gill ’84 is proud to announce his daughter Megan Gill is a local chef at Brook Hollow Country Club and participated in Season 20 of Hell’s Kitchen. He also announces he completed a Master’s of Health Administration from Cornell University in December 2020.

Rusty Roberts ’81 reports he recently retired after 30 years in the oil and gas industry and moved to a lake house in Hot

Dr. Jason Terk ’85 is being honored by the The Immunization Partnership with the Ralph D. Feigin, MD Award for Excellence,

Jason Terk ’85 and classmate and friend, Mike McMullan ’85, who lives in Seattle, catching up over the July 4th weekend.

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Stephan Enzone ’88 lives with his wife, Fran, in Scottsdale, Ariz., where he works with a startup IPO Quantum Computing Company, IonQ. Earning a degree in electrical engineering from Boston University, Stephen has enjoyed working with the radio frequency (RF) wireless engineering design community from Silicon Valley to Arizona. “Hello fellow Jesuit alumni!

Always good to hear from my classmates and would love to connect with those in the tech field.” which is presented in recognition of his unwavering commitment to children’s health and vaccines in Texas. A statement from the organization declared, “We commend Dr. Terk for his leadership in vaccine education and advocacy across the state, and his dedication to keeping Texans healthy by preventing what’s preventable.”

Captained by Chase McCrea ’86 and Dr. Andrew Minigutti ’86, members of the Jesuit Dallas Class of 1986 celebrated part of their weekend-long 35thyear reunion with a full-court rematch of the Dallas Parochial League Basketball Championship between the St. Rita and St. Monica Classes of 1982. Other

Al Carey ’01 opened his second Jersey Mike’s Sub location at Preston Rd and Forest Ln. in October (near Mi Cocina). He took ownership of his first Jersey Mike’s location in Las Colinas in May 2020. Al is enjoying life in the restaurant industry and spending time with his wife Jen, and two kids, Caitlyn and Pete. “Come visit next time you are in the neighborhood.”

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alums participating in the all-out rejection of Father Time included, Bob Buell, Gil Dominy, Tom Dudek, Mike Grimes, Mike Johnston, JJ Lastelick, Mike Mathis, Jimmy Ray Miramontes, Chris Moucka, Mark Musso, Mike Vance, and Mark Viracola.

Greg Land ’86 “January 2022 will mark my 30th anniversary with KPMG LLP, including 17 years as an audit partner in Dallas. Work, and keeping up with our daughters – Emily is at The University of Oklahoma, Megan at Ursuline Academy, and Vivienne and Audrey are at St. Rita – keeps things lively for my wife, Julie, and me!”

Dan Mongoven ’88 (far left) took a picture with fellow Jesuit alums (L-R) Adam McCutcheon ’21, Tim McCutcheon ’04, Nathan McCutcheon ’08, and Tom Mongoven ’81, while in Dallas attending his mom’s funeral.

We are very sorry for your loss.

Weddings Ann to Tom Nabors ’73

Kimberly Nicole Kirchner to James Mahdak, Jr. ’85 Nailia Vieliieva to Derick Duchodni ’02 Mary Haymaker to Scott Palmer ’08 Jennifer Rachuy to Zach Walker ’08

Michelle Navarre to Trey Bonvino ’09 Sarah Bridges to Brent Sills ’10

Abby Privett to Jackson Crain ’11

Christina Behnken to Jeffers Rader ’11 Lindsey Hancock to Dalton Eudy ’12 Shelby Bratcher to Connor Uber ’14

Jimmy Miramontes ’86 My oldest daughter, Analisa, Ursuline, Class of 2010, married at St. Monica Catholic Church on March 12, 2020.

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Thank you again for the love and support you show to your alma mater. We are incredibly blessed.

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Oscar Ibezim ’09 recently graduated from Southern Methodist University with his Master’s in Systems Engineering. He is currently working at Lockheed Martin.

JR Yarbrough ’96 (far left) is the IT Director for Blue Racer Midstream and lives in Frisco with his wife, Sarah, and three children. His oldest son, Asher, is a sophomore at Jesuit this year and JR is loving being a Jesuit dad! He is also in his fourth year of coaching the Jesuit Dallas JV ice hockey team. He joined the varsity coaching staff behind the bench last year as the Rangers won their third consecutive State Championship title, and advanced to the semifinals for the first time at Nationals in Omaha, Neb. Fred Dews ’87 I recently surpassed 25 years working at the Brookings Institution and, in addition to hosting the organization’s flagship podcast, I am now the producer for all podcasting there.

Craig Pfeifer ’92 “I’m currently living in Ypsilanti, Michigan, just outside of Ann Arbor. This year I celebrated 15 years with the MITRE Corporation as a principal AI engineer.

My wife, Kelly, is a clinical teaching fellow at Michigan Law. This fall my daughter, Kiya, will start 4th grade, and my son, Charlie, will start kindergarten. Both kids have shown incredible resilience and adaptability throughout the pandemic and we are incredibly proud of them. Lastly, this summer I ticked one item off my bucket list item: a sub twohour half marathon!

Go Rangers!

Col. Michael Eltz ’88 retired from the Air Force last summer after a 28-year career flying the F-15E. He is now working full-time for United Airlines, piloting the 757. His wife, Renee, is teaching middle school math at St. Mary’s Catholic School where they live in Goldsboro, N.C. Clint Cantwell ’89 was recently named senior vice president of Whatever for AmazingRibs.com, the world’s leading BBQ and grilling resource. As part of the new role, Cantwell is charged with creating recipes, writing articles, shooting food photos, conducting product reviews, and a little bit of everything else. With a passion for

all things BBQ and grilling, he has been named one of the “10 Faces of Memphis BBQ” by Memphis Magazine, is the winner of Travel Channel’s “American Grilled: Memphis” cooking competition show, and is frequently featured in major media outlets.

William Graves ’89 “After 20 years of helping financial advisors with advanced financial planning concepts for high-net worth clients, I am now working directly with high-net worth clients in a holistic approach to investments, tax mediation, corporate (re) structure, protection products, tax efficient estate planning and trusts. I look forward to catching up with any and all of you. In these challenging times, the Men for Others mantra certainly rings true. I hope ALL of you are doing well. Let me know if I can help any of you.”

Renowned surrealist artist Hugh Hayden ’02 was recently featured in the New York Times ahead of his most ambitious project and exhibition to date. “Brier Patch,” which opened in late January at Madison Square Park in New York City, has garnered a tremendous amount of attention from peers and critics. Assembling 100 newly minted school desks into outdoor “classrooms” across four lawns, a wild tangle of twisted branches protrudes from the desks, giving off the appearance of being inaccessible. The matrix of branches has been said to represent the barriers to a path forward for many young people, whether from uneven distribution of resources in public schools or the burden of college student loans.

Hayden has already pieced together a distinguished list of accomplishments, from the short film Hugh the Hunter, which was on exhibit in Texas at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, to the many awards he has won for his work. His busy exhibition schedule in 2021 included solo gallery shows at Clearing in Brussels and Lisson in New York. As “Brier Patch” opens, Hayden’s first major solo institutional exhibition, “Boogey Men,” is set to open from January to April at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) in Miami.

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Dr. Andrew Jordan ’93 joined Chapman University in 2021 as co-director of the Institute for Quantum Studies and professor of physics. He has been affiliated with the IQS since 2012 as an affiliated scholar.

His research interests are in theoretical Quantum Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, and Quantum Optics. Jordan is a past recipient of the National Science Foundation’s CAREER Award.

Rich Percaccio ’94 recently relocated to Dallas from Austin. (where he hopes to attend lots of Jesuit events. Ok, he didn’t say that, but we’ll look for you.

Welcome home!)

J.R. Smock ’94 works for the engineering company Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR) based in Houston, Texas, and is currently working on a U.S. Department of Defense project in Phoenix.

Dr. Chris Gallagher ’97 announces that In March of 2021 he sold Access Physicians to SOC Telemed, a publicly traded telemedicine company. After founding Access Physicians in 2011, as an employee and physician No. 1, the network grew to 795 physicians, working in 261 programs (hospital-based telemedicine) across 25 states.

“Serving as CEO the past 10 years was an incredible experience, as we brought needed medical care to underserved patients and underserved communities--all via telemedicine. I will continue to lead Access Physicians, now a division of SOC Telemed, as president and will serve on the board of the public company as well.”

Robert Henderson ’99 was recently elected to partnership at Kutak Rock LLP where he practices tax law related to municipal bonds in the primary and secondary markets, as well as “other even more boring and esoteric areas!”

Chris Ackels ’09 (second from the left) fulfilled a life-long dream this past fall after being announced as the official voice of Notre Dame football. Ackels served as the public address announcer for Notre Dame Stadium beginning with the 2021 season opener against Toledo, replacing campus legend Mike Collins, who held the gig for the previous 39 years.

Jesuit’s 2009 Bishop Lynch Award recipient and former athletics staff member has continued to refine his craft and has been behind the mike for athletic events at Southern Methodist University, DePaul University, Saint Louis University, and Northwestern University.

He has also served as the public address announcer for several conference championships and tournaments in the Big East, Big Ten, and Atlantic 10. Since 2017, Ackels has served as the in-stadium host and emcee for the Chicago White Sox. “I will always give credit to Jesuit, and athletic director Steve Koch, for allowing me to get my start. It truly has been a dream of mine; Notre Dame Stadium is a historic place. It’s a place that means a lot to a lot of people, and I’m just humbled and honored that I get to be a part of that experience.”

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Matthew Burns ’15 graduated from Texas Tech with a double major in business and finance & economics. He then attended SMU where he earned his Master’s in Business Finance. He currently works as a financial analyst in the mergers & acquisitions department of Texas Capital Bank.

Michael Martinez ’02 was recently named head baseball coach at Plano East Senior High School. He will begin his 18th year as a high school baseball coach.

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Stephen Lehn ’00 “My wife, Michelle, four-year-old daughter, Catherine, and two-year-old son, Peter, have moved from the North Dallas area to The Woodlands, Texas. My partner, Jacob, and I co-founded Topside Marinas, a marina investment and operating company. We recently acquired our first marina, Beavers Bend Marina, in Broken Bow, Okla. I miss seeing my classmates and wish all JCP families many blessings.”

Akadius Berry ’01 and his wife, Tamra, welcomed their second child, Langston Ahmad, on May

20, 2021. Langston joins big sister, Zora Avery (2 years old).

Zora is thrilled with her new role as big sister. See photo page 45.

Louis Darrouzet ’01 reports he is currently running two startup organizations. The first, is the Metroplex Civic & Business Association (MCBA), a nonpartisan, not-for-profit business league with a mission to educate, empower and mobilize our member companies’ employees to be more active and civically engaged in the DFW community.

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Greetings my fellow alumni, What a year 2021 was, which began with so much uncertainty and improved to a fall filled with our wonderful and traditional events! We were fortunate to come together once again as a family and celebrate… what a blessing!

Homecoming provided an opportunity to have so many of our alumni back on campus, reminiscing about their high school days and celebrating continued relationships. As you have seen from the pictures in this issue, we were blessed with great crowds, terrific weather, and a wonderful Jesuit weekend!

A few weeks later, our annual Alumni Phonathon set records during text and call nights behind great leadership from our volunteer alumni, who led the charge to contact their classmates and raise funds to benefit the financial aid program. We cannot stress the importance of this annual drive enough as the funds raised help ensure a Jesuit experience for all students regardless of financial need. THANK YOU for paying it forward.

We capped the year working together for our annual Adopt-a-Family program and provided Christmas presents to 100 DFW families who would otherwise go without. Seeing our alumni, parents, faculty, and students work together to exemplify the Christmas spirit really accentuated what Jesuit is all about. We receive notes and cards from the recipient families each year saying ‘Thank You’ and we echo that sentiment!

We look forward to 2022 with hopeful hearts of a continued full calendar, and we pray for health and prosperity for our community. Please continue to take care of yourself and one another. Together we will continue to do amazing things!

Bill Cox IV ’17 upon graduating Loyola Marymount University, accepted a job in Los Angeles. “Louis Hartmann ’17, Milam Black ’17, Matthew Brewer ’17, Steven Mancillas ’17, and Carson Platt ’17 all recently flew out to visit and explore my new home in Southern California. It was a marvelous four day weekend full of great eatery, hiking, and reunification. Pro tip: early morning bottomless mimosas are not ideal before a large meal.”

J’s Up! Sean McMullen ’96 Director of Alumni Relations smcmullen@jesuitcp.org

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YOUR PARTICIPATION TRANSFORMS LIVES! The funds raised through Phonathon provide need-based financial aid to deserving students.

Thirteen classes are within $500 of their class goal.

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The following 28 classes are within 5 donors of reaching their class participation goal.

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IT’S EASY TO GIVE

WE ARE 146 DONORS AWAY FROM ACHIEVING OUR GOAL OF 2,200 DONORS. WE NEED EVERY CLASS TO HIT THEIR GOALS.

It is never too late to give and supporting the next generation of Jesuit graduates is the best investment you can make.

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TOP HIGHLIGHTS OF 2021-22 PHONATHON…So far!

THE FUTURE OF PHONATHON

For the second year in a row, Wallace Archie ’25 attended call nights and brought classmate Hogan Civello ’25 to learn the ropes. Alums loved hearing stories from the boys currently walking Jesuit’s halls.

CLASS OUTING The Class of 1987 came out strong with six volunteers for Tuesday’s call night, the biggest class attendance in one night we had this year! Special thanks to Brad Cooke, Dan Nolan, Al Bargas, Michael Tolle, and Charlie Humbert (L-R) for attending, and Dennis Lynch for calling from home.

TEXT-A-THON For the second year, Jesuit implemented a week-long text-a-thon prior to call nights.

The efforts of 16 alumni from the classes of 1987 through 2015 helped raise more than $48,000 from 200 donors to kick off a fantastic Phonathon call week. A special shout out to the Class of 1999 for having three guys on campus that week (Nicholas Bowden, Brian Hall, Kevin Young).

Through the wonderful efforts of our alumni callers, especially Alumni Board President, Jimmy Archie ’93, we secured 40 Cornerstone Society members for the 2021-22 year. The Cornerstone Society has consistently grown each year since its inception in 2019, contributing significantly to the growth of the Alumni Phonathon.

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS Riding off a strong 50th-year reunion attendance, the Class of 1971 had volunteers every night in support of their alma mater.

These efforts brought in $35,000 from 43 donors in honor of this milestone year.

Each year, during Phonathon week, I am honored to share experiences as I talk to graduates from the past decades. The many alumni donors who wish to give thank their parents for the gift of Jesuit, or to thank a Jesuit or a teacher now long gone; the guy who always gives, but not until I give him the annual blow by blow status of the football team; the alum who wants to share the birth of a grandchild and commemorates that as he gives; or the one who tells me that “Don, this is my last rodeo. I have stage 4 cancer,” and who when I say he doesn’t need to worry about a gift this year, says. “No, no! I want to give a double amount because I’ll never be able to give again. I want the boys to know how important Jesuit is to me.” I think it imperative that all alumni, regardless of where they are in their life journey, find their seat at the table. Their place is already secure. And how better than a financial stake - size is never questioned - to deepen and clarify and fully understand the battles ahead for our alma mater. We are Jesuit.

– Don Maher ’65

Help us reach our goal. Give today!

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Captain Joe Boyle ’07, an F-16 Instructor Pilot, was recognized as the Distinguished Graduate of his class from the 16th Weapons Squadron of the USAF Weapons School at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The USAF Weapons School is the Air Force equivalent to the Navy “Top Gun” Program and is a grueling 6 month course designed to provide advanced training to develop tactical experts and leaders to control and exploit air, space, and cyberspace. Captain Boyle will be stationed at Kunsan AB, South Korea as part of the 35th Fighter Squadron.

Three generations of the Loh family (L-R): Peter, who attended Jesuit Dallas in 1987-88, before graduating from Brophy College Prep in 1991; Jonathan Reagan ’19, Larry Loh, who graduated from Wah Yen Jesuit College in Hong Kong in 1960; current Jesuit Dallas students, Peter Loh, Jr. ’24, and Samuel Loh ’25.

Countinued from page 41 financial transactions between coaches, teachers, mentors, and tutors with their clients for private and group lessons. Both of these organizations play an important role in improving people’s lives and the livelihoods of people around them. If anyone is interested in learning more about either of these organizations, feel free to reach out.

David Ho ’01 “My wife and I recently moved to Allen with our 18-month-old son and will be welcoming our second child in February 2022.”

Phil Luna ’01 is proud to announce the birth of his second child on 4/21/21. His name is Graham Robert-Thomas Luna.

Pictured L-R, Phil ’01, Ashley, Memphis, and Graham Luna. See photo page 45.

In addition to serving as vice president at Plains Capital Bank, Richard Anderson II ’02 is also the managing partner of his family-owned winery at Cedar Creek Lake, Triple N Ranch Winery, which opened in 2020.

“We are creating a tempranillo wine (grapes from Spain). A portion of each bottle sold will be donated in my late brother’s memory, D. Blake Anderson ‘04, to Jesuit Outreach - a specified program to be given each year.

Robert Woolnough ’02 recently earned the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation and is an investigator at the University

Two former Ranger baseball players met in a Major League Baseball game for the first time on Aug. 6, 2021, as Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Kyle Muller ’16 faced a Washington Nationals lineup that featured fellow alumnus Josh Bell ’11. The two former Rangers first met in the top of the second inning, where Muller, the 2016 Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year, forced a groundout from Bell on a 2-2 pitch. Bell, the 2011 Gatorade Texas Player of the Year, evened the score by forcing a walk in the top of the fourth in their final matchup of the game.

The Braves would eventually secure an 8-4 win against their division rivals.

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of Florida. He, wife, Leandra (Ursuline ’03) and daughters, Lucia and Josephine, enjoy Florida but miss Texas.

John Wall, Jr ’03 and his wife, Langley, welcomed their first child, John S. Wall III, born February 2021. “Thank you for all the prayers and support, through abundant blessings, we are thankful to be new parents and enjoying 99% of it! A.M.D.G.” See photo page 45.

Alex and Rick Crain ’05 welcomed their first daughter - Rory Catherine - on Tuesday, December 7th 2021. They currently reside in East Dallas and Rick stays involved with alumni events and coaching for the Jesuit youth lacrosse program. See photo page 45.

Cameron Dobson ’05 is now a senior customer solutions manager with Amazon.

Lauran and Ryan Monahan ’06 gave birth their son, Declan James Monahan (Future Class of 2039) on June 29th in Dallas, Texas. See photo page 45.

Bobby Wagner ’07 celebrated the second anniversary of his kidney donation to a person in need in 2019. “In September, I’ll have been married for three years to wife, Nicole.”

Edward Daniel ’08 graduated from the dual degree program at UT Southwestern Medical School, obtaining both M.D. and Ph.D. Edward, wife, and son, William, Asher Smith ’20, a sophomore at TCU, embarked on the summer long cross-country biking experience called The Ability Experience riding 3,725 miles in 63 days from San Francisco to Washington D.C to raise money and awareness for kids with disabilities through his fraternity Pi Kappa Phi. His sister, Brynne, said “Asher found his passion for service through Jesuit, and it has really shone throughout his time in college!”

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New Arrivals DAUGHTERS Kathryn Percaccio to Lauren and Richard Percaccio ’94 Penelope Sara to Kimberly and Michael Daniel ’04 Rory Catherine Crain to Alex and Rick Crain ’05 Elena Grace to Amber and Albert Karam ’09 Payton Ann Evans to Sarah and Thomas Evans ’11

SONS Langston Ahmad to Tamra and Akadius Berry ’01 Graham Robert-Thomas Luna to Ashley and Phil Luna ’01 David Leonard to Vernalyn and Timothy Chan ’02 John Derick to Nailia and Derick Duchodni ’02 John S. Wall, III to Langley and John S. Wall, Jr. ’03 Declan James to Lauren and Ryan Monahan ’06 Finley James to Hannah and Joseph Ackels, Jr ’07 José Thomas DuRoss to Martha and Neil DuRoss ’07 William Jonathan to Christina and Edward Daniel ’08 Christopher Jude to Jennifer and Zach Walker ’08 Christian Cartwright to Jennifer and Colby Cartwright ’09 Anthony Campise III “AJ” to Grace and Anthony Campise Jr. ’11 Henning Christopher Hairston to Diedre and James Hairston ’11 Michael Joseph to Abby and Joseph Powell ’12

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Brooks Oliver ’06 recently earned honorable mention plaudits at the 12th International Ceramics Festival, in Mino, Japan, for his porcelain piece entitled “Zipper.”

Oliver, who serves as an assistant professor and head of the ceramics arts program at the University of North Texas, was invited to serve on the board of directors at the internationally acclaimed Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts.

Oliver currently has four major works featured in the international exhibition, Project Sands X: Beyond the Blue – An Exhibition of Ceramic Extraordinaires, a special exhibition of Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2021, which is a four-month long international cultural and artistic extravaganza organized by the Macao government. The exhibition also aims to reshape the audience’s perception of ceramic art production and enjoyment by presenting the innovative works of a new generation of artists.

Will Florer ’20 serves as the service director for the honors student council in the Moody College of Communication at the University of Texas where he helps plan philanthropy projects. He was also recently elected to the executive board as philanthropy chair for his fraternity, Delta Tau Delta. moved to St. Louis to begin the internal medicine residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University in St. Louis.

Tom Scott ’08 won bronze in the men’s 75 kg. division at the 2021 World Karate Championships in Dubai in November, becoming the first U.S. men’s karateka since 2016 to win a medal at the World Championships.

Austin Essenburg ’09, who attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio, is an ER physician in Fredericksburg, Texas.

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Jackson Crain ’11 is proud to announce he and classmate Jeffers Rader ’11 founded their Dallasbased commercial and residential roofing company, Rockmoor Roofing Systems LLC in 2021!

Brent Sills ’10 married Sarah Bridges on Sept. 4, 2021, at the Fort Worth Zoo! The wedding was officiated by Chris Taylor (father of Drew Taylor ’08). The wedding party included Jesuit alumni Blake Sills ’06, Bryan Sills ’09, Jackson Oliver ’10, Grant Sayers ’10, Andrew Clark ’10, and Pete O’Brien ’10. See photo page 37.

Joseph, on September 3, 2021.

Abby is the daughter of Michael Zang ’88 and wife Trisha. See photo page 45.

Austin Jentz ’11 is attending the University of Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine in San Antonio, Texas, largely because the values and pillars are almost identical to that of Jesuit.

“It is a catholic institution that has been around since the inception of San Antonio, and I couldn’t be prouder to be affiliated with its humble origins. My Jesuit education has made a significant impact in my journey into medicine, and I couldn’t be prouder than I am now for being part of the community that groomed me into a man for others.”

Former Rangers and current Harding University teammates, Dalton Allen ’17 and Jhalen Spicer ’20, helped lead the Bisons to the Great American Conference (GAC) football championship.

Allen was named to the 2021 AllConference All-Academic Team following the season.

Dr. Ross Thompson ’11 has joined Harlan Simmons Veterinary Clinic in Wichita Falls as a partner. The clinic is a mixed animal practice seeing both small animals and supporting large ranches in Northern Texas and Southwest Oklahoma.

Dalton Kane Eudy ’12 from the Class of 2012 got married to Lindsey Hancock Eudy on Sept. 18, 2021, at the Adolphus Hotel in downtown Dallas. Dalton had 10 groomsmen, ALL of whom are Jesuit graduates: Ryan Tabet ’12, Sheldon Robbs ’12, Alex Reinkemeyer ’12, Gonzalo Ricaud ’12, Davis Bruegger ’12, Anthony Savelli ’12, Hans Maggio ’12, Douglas Lueckemeyer, ’12, Ryan Cunningham ’12, and Phillip Eudy ’15. See photo page 37.

Carlos Eduardo Díaz ’17 graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2021.

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Abby and Joseph Powell ’12 welcomed their son, Michael

Joshua Thias ’16, is an application engineer at Intel.

2020s

Rance Holman ’20 is currently attending the University of Texas.

Sy Mendenhall ’21 helped lead St. Bonaventure University to the 2021 Division I National Collegiate Rugby Championship in December, made the U20 national team, and is on track to be named to the U23 team.

Riley Wilkins ’17 is attending Marquette Law School.

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IN MEMORIAM o u r

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Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48

Thomas John Koch, Sr., passed away on Sept. 21, 2021. Upon graduating from Jesuit High School in Dallas at just age 16, Tom attended Springhill College for one year then the road called him to California, where he worked at Twentieth Century Fox Studio.

Tom later answered the call to serve his country in the U.S. Army During the Korean War. Upon completing his military commitment, Tom returned to Texas and found his true home in the heart of his beautiful wife, Betty, and the two had an amazing love and a marriage of nearly 64 years.

Tom is survived by his eight children, twenty grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and his brother, and many loving nieces, nephews, inlaws, and countless friends.

Lawrence P. “Larry” Morton, Jr. ’49

Lawrence P. Morton Jr., born Oct. 25, 1931, passed away on Nov. 3, 2021 at the age of 90. He graduated from Jesuit High School in 1949 and afterwards attended SMU. Most of Larry’s career was spent at Morton Foods, then Borden Snacks and eventually retiring from Tennessee Press in 1997. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus 799, Jesuit Alumni Board, Men of St. Thomas prayer group and Ostomy Association. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Lois, and their three children, David and wife Mary, Lisa Meara, and Chris. His grandchildren Christopher, James and Robert Meara, Matthew, Kailey and Caroline and their mother Nancy. Also brothers Marvin, Gerald, Granville and sisters Catherine, Martha and numerous other relatives.

John David “JD” Roberts ’50

JD Roberts passed away on May 24, 2021. He graduated from Jesuit in 1950 and chose the University of Oklahoma for college. One of the most honored football players of his time he was the first player to sweep all awards given a senior lineman receiving the Outland Trophy and named Lineman of the Year

by AP, UP, Fox, and Williamson. He graduated with a BS in Social Sciences and was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1954 and played one year in the Canadian Football League with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He served in the Marine Corps as a Lieutenant and played on the Quantico Football team being selected to the All-Service team and was a captain as well as player-coach. JD went on to assistant coach in college football then into

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pro football joining the New Orleans Saints as a scout and linebacker coach in the Saints debut year of 1967. He was ultimately named the Saints second Head Coach. After coaching, JD went on to a 30-year career in the oil & gas service industry and returned to Oklahoma City living in the area since 1982. JD is survived by his brother, his wife, Suzanne and five children, 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

William Henry Becker ’53

William Henry Becker was called to his eternal resting place, after a brief fight with leukemia, on Nov. 26, 2021. He was the third of 11 children.

He was a member of the Cathedral Club in Dallas where he met and married the love of his life, Elaine Elizabeth Jenkins, on Sept. 27, 1958 in Dallas. He worked by his wife’s side as owner of the Preston Center Pet Shop, from 1971-91.

He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his daughter, son, five grandchildren, and five siblings.

James C. Boyce, Jr. ’54

James C. Boyce, Jr. passed away in the arms of his children on June 8, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wis. Jim was a 1954 graduate of Jesuit High School, and a three-sport varsity athlete. He was also a 1958 graduate of Spring Hill College with a BA in Philosophy. Jim or JB as he was known to many, married Ruth Mayer, his best friend, in 1962, and lived in the same home in Whitefish Bay for over 54 years. Jim was a longtime shareholder at Robertson Ryan & Associates. He is survived by children Stephanie (Ken) McKean, Michael (Chrissy) Boyce, Jennifer (Chris) Morgan, his sisters Patricia James and Anne Marie Boyce, and brother Michael Boyce. Further survived by his seven devoted grandsons, and many nieces and nephews.

Jerry Daniel Allen ’55

Jerry Daniel Allen passed away on Dec. 14, 2020.

Jerry met the love of his life when he was 13 at a school dance for Jesuit and Our Lady of Good Counsel in Dallas, Texas and was united in marriage to Susan Marie Mordaunt. He worked in sales and marketing for Hormel Foods for the majority of his career, giving him the opportunity to travel and live in many states before settling down in Austin, Minnesota. He was a dedicated father to his three children: Joe, Jennifer and Stephanie and was a wonderful supporter of all their sports

and activities through the years. In 1979 he started the Pacelli Golf Day fundraiser for Pacelli Catholic High School, which all of his children attended. He was later inducted into the Pacelli Hall of Fame for being the founder of this amazing event that is still active to this day. He was a devoted member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, in-laws, nephews, cousins and many other family members and friends.

Christopher John Klobukowski ’55

Christopher John Klobukowski entered into eternal rest Nov. 6, 2020.

He was born in Warsaw, Poland, immigrated to the U.S. in 1949. After his Jesuit graduation, Chris earned degrees from East Texas State University and Texas A&M University before volunteering to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corps. Chris moved to Charleston, S. C. and worked for many years at the Medical University of South Carolina as an instructor and researcher on the faculty in radiation oncology. After retirement he was active in a local Polish-American Club and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #780, holding offices in both organizations. Chris will be genuinely missed by his beloved wife of 58 years, Alice; his son, Chris; grandchildren: Allie and Matt; his inlaws and their families.

Walter Vincent McAdam ’55

Walter Vincent McAdam, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, was taken home to our Lord on July 24, 2021. Walt was a member of the 1954 high school football team that won the state championship for the first time ever. He attended Spring Hill College before transferring to Louisiana State University where he pledged Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity and attained a degree in geology.

Walt had a long and rewarding career in the oil patch, an industry he loved, traveling the world.

He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend Patricia, his daughter Mona, son-in-law Marc and granddaughters Brenna and Kendall who will miss their precious Papa.

John Ridings Lee’55

John Ridings Lee passed away Aug. 17, 2021. He started an antique autos collection, specializing in European sports and race cars. Many firstplace trophies, Pebble Beach, Mille Miglia, Monte Carlo Rally, Le mans Retro, and represented

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the U.S. in 1995 “Around the World Vintage Car Race. Part insurance executive, part gentleman, part good old boy, indisputably a beloved Texan.

He married Carole Meletio and graduated from SMU Cox Business School Graduate May 1958 with Business and Math degrees. He was part of the US Army Special Forces and was employed

by Lloyds of London Syndicate as Life cover and reinsurance specialist, Southwestern Life Insurance Company and subsidiaries and an underwriter for Independent Life underwriter until his passing. He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, The St Jude Society Foundation, The Board of OLPH and the Catholic Foundation. Survived by wife Carole Meletio Lee, son George Michael Lee, Stephen Geerts, sister Linda Clevenger, brothers and sisters in law, friends Jerry & Judy Kagay cousins, nieces and nephews.

Benard Anton Sodek, Jr. ’55

Benard Anton Sodek, Jr. passed away on May 30, 2021. He was born in Texas on Jan. 22, 1937. He married Neola Gail Swords on May 30, 1959 in New Orleans. He graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana where he was a member of Alpha Delta Gamma fraternity. He later earned a PhD at Oklahoma State University and spent his career as a physicist in the aerospace industry for over 35 years. In his retirement, he gave lectures on cruise ships for 10 years. He enjoyed reading, traveling and was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Gail, his daughter Lorriedel, his son, Benard III, and daughter-in-law, Susan, son Alexander and daughter-in-law Tori Michelle, and his daughter Katherine and son-inlaw Steven. He had five grandchildren.

Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57

Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III passed away on June 21, 2021. He was Jesuit’s Bishop Lynch Award his graduating year and was a National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist at Jesuit as well as lead actor in the School’s Shakespeare play, and second team All-State right tackle on the Ranger football team. He entered the Society of Jesus and spent four years at the order’s Grand Coteau, Louisiana, seminary. He earned his bachelor’s in economics together with master’s degrees in both economics and philosophy at St. Louis University and later taught at Strake Jesuit where he also directed the theater program. After receiving his third masters and declining ordination as not his true calling, he became an editor with McGraw Hill Ryerson publishers in Toronto and married Joan Marie Ferrigan who for seven years had been a nun. After returning to Texas, he taught Latin at Ursuline Academy in Dallas for 23 years.

Dan is survived by daughters Kathleen “Kate” O’Shea Carone and her husband Michael Carone, Meghan O’Shea, Siobhan O’Shea, Tara O’Shea and her partner Michael Johnson, Molly O’Shea Mulkey and her husband Garrett Mulkey, foster children Brandy and Tiffany Taylor and their brother Eugene, later changing his name to Michael Patrick O’Shea, 10 grandchildren, and by brothers Michael J. O’Shea, Timothy T. O’Shea, M.D., and Kevin D. O’Shea, M.D.

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John Enoch Biasatti ’58

John Biasatti, passed away on Dec. 2, 2021 in Holly Lake Ranch, Texas. While at Jesuit, he was an All American two times, all state three times and state champion two times in football.

He had several college offers to play football but decided to stay home and marry his high school sweetheart, Sue. John had an accomplished career in the moving industry, until he retired and moved to Holly Lake Ranch where he loved to visit and tell stories with all his friends. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sue Biasatti ,sons; Mike and wife Sonia, Greg, Joey, daughters; Gina Smith and husband Chuck, Dana Biasatti, sister; Esther Williams and husband David, eight grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. And many dear friends and neighbors in Holly Lake Ranch.

Ed Connolly Fleming ’59

Edward Connolly Fleming, passed away in Dallas, June 9, 2021. After Jesuit, Ed received his Bachelor’s Degree from Notre Dame, and also attended SMU and University of North Texas. He worked as a counselor and instructor at LSU and UNT, as well as at Fleming & Sons Paper Mill, the Salvation Army and as a Parole Officer for the State of Texas. Ed was former President of the Notre Dame Club of Dallas, a role he was very proud to share. He was also a parishioner of St. Rita Catholic Church. Ed was preceded in death by his wife, Kay Rose Fleming, a former Jesuit Dallas book keeper. He is survived by his children: Colin Fleming and wife, Patrice, Brian Fleming and wife, Amy, Mary Fimian and husband, Steve and Sara Estabrook and husband Brett, brother: Lee Fleming, Sisters: Joan and Diane, along with a hosts of grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, family and friends.

Edward J. Stanley IV ’59

Edward John Stanley IV entered into his eternal rest on July 18, 2021.

After high school, he enrolled at the University of Texas, later graduating from the University of Dallas with a Bachelor of Arts. He later enrolled in the Air Force Reserve during Vietnam and completed his training as a medical service specialist. Following his service, he studied for and passed the CPA exam and spent 34 years helping others with their tax and accounting needs.

Ed married Diane Folzenlogen and the two were blessed with three children – Christine Marie, Edward John V., and JeanMarie. After he retired, he loved to find projects to work on for others and helped raise money for the University of Dallas and the Catholic Pro-Life Community and used his bookkeeping skills to help in the church office. Ed is survived by his children and their spouses, his grandchildren, his sister, Peggy Stanley Gormley, and many nieces and nephews.

Dominic Tuminello, Jr. ’60

Dominic Tuminello passed away June 8, 2021.

Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Richard Sarre’ Lalla ’68

Richard Sarre’ Lalla passed away on Aug. 29, 2021. He attended St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic school and Jesuit Dallas and was very proud to be a Texas Tech Red Raider, graduating in 1972. Texas Tech was also where he met the love of his life, Judi Smith Lalla, of Houston. He received his Masters in International Management at Thunderbird Graduate School of International Management in 1973, where he was President of his business fraternity. Rick had a successful professional career in executive management, sales, business development, and entrepreneurship working for companies including Dallas Market Center, Trammel Crow International, where he was vice president and did work all over the world. Then he worked for Koll Holding International and was the founder of Dallas Custom Homes. He is survived by his wifeof 48 years, Judi; his two daughters, grandchildren, and his sisters.

Joseph Patrick Reynolds ’68

Joseph Patrick Reynolds passed away on Dec. 9, 2021. Pat was a beloved, kind and generous man.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and wonderful friend to many. Pat graduated in 1968 from Jesuit and attended North Texas State University. He was also a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. It was at North Texas State University that he met his wife of 50 years Lynda Brewster Reynolds. Pat had a long and wonderful career in the alcoholic beverage industry, working 37 years for Ben E. Keith which he so loved and retired from in 2015. He was a longtime member of the Dallas Restaurant Association. Pat is survived by his wife, Lynda Reynolds, son Steve Reynolds and his wife Kimberly, son David Reynolds, grandsons Bailey Reynolds and Jaden Reynolds, sister Shannon Mcgehee, brothers Chris Reynolds and Brian Reynolds, four nieces and one nephew, dear cousins and so many wonderful friends.

Mark Aloysius Virant ’71

Mark Virant passed away peacefully in Arlington on Nov. 19, 2021, at home surrounded by family. He graduated from Jesuit and later from Texas A&M University in 1976.

Those years were full: Mark enjoyed a long and successful career in Oil & Gas as a Landman while he and Jeanine raised three boys. During that time, Mark rarely missed an

opportunity to support and encourage people when the time arose. This took the form of coaching, supporting others’ careers, giving Grandma Sue a ride, and countless road trips to spend time with those he loved, regardless of the activity at hand.

Mark is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jeanine Virant, his three sons, three grandchildren and his three sisters.

William Hartnell Blue ’75

William Hartnell Blue died suddenly on Sept.

8, 2021 in his home in Addison, Texas. Bill lived a full and lively 64 years.

He attended St Monica Elementary, Jesuit Dallas and graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in engineering. Bill was a long-time employee at Capform Inc. where he served as a licensed structural engineer. He was very proud of the projects he was involved in, many of which helped shape the skylines of Dallas, Miami and elsewhere. Besides being an avid sports fan, Bill was a passionate cook and a devoted farmer to his many cows on his farm in East Texas! Bill is dearly missed by his family including his sister, Mary Elizabeth Blue, nephew and many other cousins, friends and colleagues.

John Tyrone “Ty” Mahan ’85

Ty Mahan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1990 and worked as a personal trainer for several years. He enjoyed and played hockey, ran marathons, and competed as an Ironman triathlete. Ty is survived by his parents, Larry and Darlene Mahan. His sisters, Lisa and Eliza Mahan.

His fiancé and life partner, Kristina Barker. Also by his fur babies, Juno and Sascha, and members of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and The Silver Spurs.

Martin T. Lootens ’86

Martin T. “Marty” Lootens passed away on May 9, 2021. He attended St. Patrick Catholic School and Jesuit Dallas where he made lifelong friends.

He graduated from UTD. Marty married his one true love, Margie Baker, in June 1995. The light of his life, son Sean, was born in 1997. Marty is survived by his wife and son, parents Tom and Rosemary Lootens, brother Tim Lootens and his wife Anne, sister Amy Sorensen and husband Patrick, father-in-law Bud Baker, brothers-in-law Tony and Chris Baker, nieces Katie, Emily and Molly Lootens, Allie and Emma Sorensen, and nephews Matthew Sorensen, Nick (wife Frankie), Sam, Jamie, and Cal Baker.

David Richard Lefebvre ’87

David Richard Lefebvre passed away July 6, 2021. David grew up in Dallas and graduated from Jesuit Dallas, which always held a special place in his memory.

He received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical

Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 1991. His career over the next 14 years focused on environmental engineering with consulting firms and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). On April 1, 2005, David was in an auto accident that left him with traumatic brain injury and recovery became the focus for the remainder of his life. David showed perseverance to tackle the challenges presented and confronted each obstacle with his smile and wit that people knew from years ago. Along his journey in life, there were many individuals that showed extraordinary help and compassion to David. David is survived by his parents and younger brother, Nathan.

John G. Kostohryz, Jr. ’89

John G. Kostohryz, Jr, “Bubba” passed away on Nov. 13, 2021. John attended St. Patrick Catholic Grade School and Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas, and received a football scholarship from Valparaiso University.

He transferred to the University of Texas, in Austin, his senior year, graduating with a degree in Criminology. John worked for the Austin Police Department as a police officer for 23 years where he served as a field training officer and a mental health officer and concluded his career with the violent crimes task force. John is survived by his partner Linda; his parents, John and Jeanette; sister Jennifer “JK” Penwell (Josh) and their daughters Rylie and Molly; sister Jill (Jeff) Marshall and sons Jackson, Tyson, and Julien; his brotherin-law Kyle Rowe and his daughter Brinley and sons Blake and Brett; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

to work at Barton Creek Resort and later Austin Country Club. Joel enjoyed his job and truly felt the establishment was an extension of his family. Joel maintained friendships with those he grew up with as well as many he met along the way. Countless ski trips, family vacations, camp outs, golf events, games, and group gatherings are thought of often and the stories seem to get better each time they are told. Joel was in the middle of everything, his sense of humor always on display, and his family and friends all loved when he would make them laugh. He will be cherished in our memories and kept with us in our hearts. He is survived by his wife Julia, sons Jake (11) and Jackson (8), his brother Curtis and his parents Joe and Doris Williams.

Michael David Roberts ’94

Michael David Roberts received his eternal reward on May 8, 2021 after an extended illness.

Michael graduated from Jesuit and went on to earn two degrees from Texas Tech. He was employed with the federal government for a number of years prior to falling ill. He enjoyed computers, gaming, and collectables. He also enjoyed reading and writing, particularly historic fiction and alternate history. He was a member of First Melissa Baptist Church. He is survived by his loving parents, Danny and Mary Roberts, his brother, Danny (Tammy) Roberts; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins on the Roberts and McGinness side of the family.

Jason McClellan ’00

Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Joe Payne Baber ’91

Joe Payne Baber, answered God’s call home in April 2021. He attended Good Shepherd Episcopal School and Jesuit, and he attended Texas Tech University before finding his call to serve our country in the United States Navy leading as a damage controlman and fire marshall and earning several service awards. He departed the Navy “to go see about a girl back in Texas”, who asked to be his pen pal throughout his final tour in the Persian Gulf.

Joe married Erin Michele Baker and they enjoyed many adventures: sailing competitively and for pleasure, traveling and listening to live music, or just grilling and dancing on the deck. Joe spent 14 years as a sailmaker and transitioned into owning his own exterior shutter company. He is survived by his wife Erin, son James Payne, mother JK and sister Angela, aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.

Joel Byron Williams ’92

Joel Byron Williams passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 28, 2021. He was born in Dallas, Texas, graduated from Jesuit in 1992 and then attended the University of Texas at Austin. After college, Joel’s career path led him

Preston Cooper James ’17

Preston Cooper James passed away on Sep. 23, 2021. He graduated in 2017 with an honors diploma from Jesuit Dallas. While at Jesuit, he represented his school in both football and track, participated in two immersion programs in Nicaragua and was also selected to be in the Ignatian Scholars Program serving the children of Our Lady of Perpetual Help elementary school.

He then attended TCU majoring in biochemistry in the John V. Roach Honors Program. Preston lived the Jesuit motto of ‘Men for Others’ and had a true servant heart. He was active member in two service fraternities - Alpha Phi Omega and Phi Kappa Alpha each promoting leadership, friendship, and service. He was a kind, humble and selfless person who cared deeply for others - especially his younger brother Parker. He leaves behind his loving parents, Tammie and Joe James; his brother, Parker James; his maternal grandparents, Carol and Kenneth Simons; his paternal grandparents, Norma and Don James; his godparents; aunts, uncles and cousins. .

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WIFE O F

Vick Clesi ’54 Janet Clesi † Ed Stanley ’59 Jean Diane Folzenlogen Stanley Stephen White ’71 Cynthia Struwe White

SON OF

† Walt McAdam ’55 Scott McAdam Michael Kervin ’94 Dylan Eugene Kervin

MO TH ER O F

Tim Hogan ’71 Helen Hogan † Mark Virant ’71 Ann Virant Joe Morrison ’72 Myrtle Mae Watkins Gene Dove ’74 Margaret Aileen Brady Dove Frank La Barba ’74 Josephine E. La Barba Tim Dove ’75 Margaret Aileen Brady Dove Tom Morrison ’75 Myrtle Mae Watkins Bernie Hogan ’76 Helen Hogan Brian Dove ’79 Margaret Aileen Brady Dove Tim Mayo ’80 Sheila Kathryn Berndt Mayo Tom Mongoven ’81 Carol Ann Mongoven Rossi Walter ’82 Winnie Marie Walter Wheeler Owen Curry ’85 Abbie Jane Curry Chris Herndon ’85 Patricia Rodriguez Gorman Ed Wolff ’86 Joyce Grissaffi Wolff Michael Ensminger ’87 Janet Marie Ensminger Dan Mongoven ’88 Carol Ann Mongoven Rob McGhee ’91 Hattie Ann Keenum McGhee Jason Mongaras ’91 Janice Mongaras Salas Justin Woodard ’06 PJ Woodard Nick Jans ’10 Tina Marie Ashford Jans Chris Jans ’13 Tina Marie Ashford Jans Jack Young ’21 Julia “Julie” Gordy Young

FATH ER O F

† David Lamb ’71 Richard F. Lamb Mark Virant ’71 Aloysius “Al” Charles VIrant Jim Deibel ’75 John Eyman Deibel Tom Koch ’75 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Douglas Lamb ’76 Richard F. Lamb Richard Koch ’78 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Philip Borman ’79 James E. Borman, Jr. David Koch ’79 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Bill Koch ’81 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Mike Geisler ’81 Dr. Gerald F. Geisler Don Bailey ’83 Dr. Louis Glen Bailey Brian Fleming ’83 Edward Connolly Fleming ’59 John Gates ’83 John Elliott “Jack” Gates Chris Morton ’83 Lawrence P. “Larry” Morton, Jr. ’49 Chris Coxon ’84 Charles “Chuck” Joseph Coxon Mark Geisler ’84 Dr. Gerald F. Geisler Pat Koch ’85 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Colin Fleming ’88 Edward Connolly Fleming ’59 Terry Koch ’89 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Albert Sidhom ’93 Farouk Albert Sidhom Michael Covert ’94 Gary Lee Covert Matthew Sidhom ’95 Farouk Albert Sidhom Hiram Aguilar ’97 Isidro Aguilar Jose Aguilar ’99 Isidro Aguilar Chad Davis ’05 Charles Marion Davis, Jr. Graham Davis ’08 Charles Marion Davis, Jr. Reagan McCreary ’12 David Sean McCreary Henry Harms ’14 Kurt Ernest Harms Zach Alcantar ’20 Christopher A. Alcantar

S IS TER O F

† David Folzenlogen ’45 Jean Diane Folzenlogen Stanley † Dan Folzenlogen ’48 Jean Diane Folzenlogen Stanley Rev. John Folzenlogen, S.J. ’52 Jean Diane Folzenlogen Stanley Joe Grissaffi ’52 Joyce Grissaffi Wolff

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Paul Folzenlogen ’56 Jean Diane Folzenlogen Stanley James Mongaras ’72 Janice Mongaras Salas

B R OT HER OF

† Rev. Patrick H. Koch, S.J. ’44 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 † Herb Stanley ’45 Edward John Stanley IV ’59 † Donald Stanley ’47 Edward John Stanley IV ’59 Charlie Koch ’50 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 † Rev. Francis Becker ’53 William Henry Becker ’53 † Herman Becker ’55 William Henry Becker ’53 John Becker ’56 William Henry Becker’53 Fred Becker ’58 William Henry Becker ’53 Lee Fleming ’58 Edward Connolly Fleming ’59 † J. King O’Shea ’59 Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57 Michael O’Shea ’60 Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57 Timothy O’Shea ’62 Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57 Joe Mariner ’63 Timothy J. Mariner ’66 † Mickey Reynolds ’64 Joseph Patrick Reynolds ’68 † Rev. Robert Becker ’65 William Henry Becker ’53 Kevin O’Shea ’67 Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57 † Brian O’Shea ’68 Daniel Patrick O’Shea, III, ’57 Chris Phipps ’76 Charles “Jeffrey” Phipps Tim Lootens ’87 Martin T. Lootens ’86 Peter McCreary ’93 David Sean McCreary Curtis Williams ’94 Joel Byron Williams ’92 Parker James ’21 Preston Cooper James ’17

G R ANDM OT HER OF

Stephen Lehn ’00 Joanna White Lewis Matt Ball ’01 Virginia Elizabeth Ball Brendan Dove ’01 Margaret Aileen Brady Dove Brendan Ball ’03 Virginia Elizabeth Ball Bobby Morgan ’03 Norma Kemp Joe Wunderlick ’03 Ann Virant Drew Klein ’04 Frances Marie McCarthy Klein Joey Kramer ’04 Judith Joanne Keslar Justin Lehn ’04 Joanna White Lewis Tim McCutcheon ’04 Carol Ann Mongoven Chris Collazo ’06 Lynda Duffin Scott Morgan ’06 Norma Kemp Matthew Gonnerman ’07 Helen Hogan Derek Klein ’08 Frances Marie McCarthy Klein Nathan McCutcheon ’08 Carol Ann Mongoven GJ Wunderlick ’08 Ann VIrant Chris Young ’08 Marion Whitworth Young Reggie Foxworth ’09 Claratee McGowan Foxworth Kevin Kramer ’09 Judith Joanne Keslar Rossi Walter ’10 Winnie Marie Walter Wheeler Christopher Wolf ’10 Joyce Grissaffi Wolff Andrew Einspanier ’11 Ann Virant Aaron Walter ’12 Winnie Marie Walter Wheeler Grant Hatzmann ’13 Carolyn Gail Loughman Jason Wolf ’13 Joyce Grissaffi Wolff Phil Young ’13 Marion Whitworth Young Preston Young ’13 Marion Whitworth Young Hogan Heartsill ’16 Helen Hogan Sullivan Curry ’17 Abbie Jane Curry Jameson McGhee ’17 Hattie Ann Keenum McGhee John Williamson ’17 Mabel Lombrano Matthew Cornwall ’18 Winona Marie Matthews Reid Hatzmann ’18 Carolyn Gail Loughman Blake Heartsill ’19 Helen Hogan Jeremiah McGhee ’19 Hattie Ann Keenum McGhee Tyler Brandes ’20 Rebecca Marie Brandes Baron Aldrine ’21 Margaret Ann Fuchs Dowd Shane Hatzmann ’21 Carolyn Gail Loughman Adam McCutcheon ’21 Carol Ann Mongoven Blake Aldrine ’24 Margaret Ann Fuchs Dowd Brayden Aldrine ’24 Margaret Ann Fuchs Dowd Cole Hatzmann ’25 Carolyn Gail Loughman

G RA NDFAT HE R OF

Colin Stewart ’00 Dominic Joseph Police Michael Gruber ’03 J. Fred Bucy, Jr. Joe Wunderlick ’03 Aloysius “Al” Charles VIrant Joey Kramer ’04 Thomas R. Kelly Kevin Stewart ’04 Dominic Joseph Police GJ Wunderlick ’08 Aloysius “Al” Charles VIrant James Deibel ’09 John Eyman Deibel Kevin Kramer ’09 Thomas R. Kelly Michael Nicodemus ’09 Michael A. Bredlau Jack Percy ’09 William Henry Maher Jackson Nicodemus ’10 Michael A. Bredlau Jarrod Buys ’11 Earl Buys Andrew Einspanier ’11 Aloysius “Al” Charles VIrant Ian Stack ’11 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Connor Beach ’12 William Henry Maher Durgan Koch ’12 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Andrew Hyman ’13 Robert Philip Schafer Kells Koch ’13 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Justin Stewart ’14 Dominic Joseph Police Fletcher Kerr ’15 Martin Miller Ricker II Liam Koch ’15 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Tom Weber ’15 William Henry Maher Patrick Howell ’16 John Elliott “Jack” Gates J.M. Priddy ’16 John Elliott “Jack” Gates † Michael Geisler II ’17 Dr. Gerald F. Geisler Henry Percy ’17 William Henry Maher Eamon Stack ’17 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Hunter Bailey ’18 Dr. Louis Glen Bailey Jonathan Coxon ’18 Charles “Chuck” Joseph Coxon Austin Montpas ’19 Edward L. Wolski, Jr. Aidan Koch ’19 Thomas J. Koch, Sr. ’48 Matthew Priddy ’19 John Elliott “Jack” Gates Ryan Salvia ’19 Ted Salvia Timothy Singel ’19 Dr. Gerald F. Geisler Asher Smith ’20 Bob Smith Dimitri Christon ’22 Harry James Rokas Hayden Montpas ’22 Edward L. Wolski, Jr. Christopher Geisler ’23 Dr. Gerald F. Geisler Austin Smith ’23 Bob Smith Nicholas Christon ’24 Harry James Rokas Andrew Clay ’24 Gary Lee Covert Nathan Salvia ’24 Ted Salvia Ryland Smith ’24 Bob Smith † deceased Listings received as of Dec. 15, 2021.

Jesuit Dallas is a family, and together we mourn the loss of our brothers, sisters, parents, and friends. We make every effort to reflect each passing and regret any oversights that may occur. Please remember to share the news and obituaries of your deceased loved ones by sending a note to connect@jesuitcp.org or by contacting Director of Alumni, Sean McMullen ’96 (972-387-8700 x342; smcmullen@jesuitcp.org).

WAY S W E P R AY

Each November, the Jesuits remember our deceased alumni, benefactors, and friends from the previous year through the celebration of Masses and prayers, and each Homecoming Celebration ends with an Alumni Memorial Mass.

ME MOR I AL GI F TS

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