Gala 2025
SATURDAY, MARCH 8
With Gratitude
to this year’s Fortune Gala chairs
David Beaton & Allanna Kelly-Beaton
Christopher Glynn, Sr. & Michelle Glynn
Michelle Bouquard Hanzly ‘02 & Matthew Hanzly
Colin & Pam Healy
Chrissy Hunt Oliver ‘06, E‘02 & Sean Oliver
Thank you.
THIS EVENING'S Program
WELCOME
Rebecca Reeder, President
INVOCATION
Anita Baird, DHM
DINNER
LIVE AUCTION
Luke Proctor, Auctioneer
RAISE YOUR PADDLE
Anita Baird, DHM
COCKTAILS & DANCING
Music provided by Nardin High School teacher DJ Andrew Senseney
Rules Governing Nardin Academy's Fortune Auction
1. All sales are final; no refunds. Any tickets purchased may not be resold.
2. All goods and services are sold “as is.”
3. Once made, a bid may not be withdrawn.
4. Merchandise and service values stated are donor-provided, good-faith estimates.
5. Unless otherwise stated in the catalog, items are not exchangeable for any reason.
6. All purchases must be paid in full at the close of the evening. Approved forms of payment are cash, check, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
7. Purchases must be removed from the building at the end of the evening.
8. Purchaser waives any claim for liability against either the school or the donor of the item.
9. Unless specified, all auction items and services must be used within one year of the event. Read any terms of your purchase carefully.
10. Regarding any tangible item or vacation home usage purchases, please contact Leah Wiseman at lwiseman@nardin.org immediately to make arrangements.
EVENT SPONSORS
Thank you for making tonight possible!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
PRESIDENTIAL SPONSOR
David Beaton & Allanna Kelly-Beaton
1857 SPONSOR
Gregory Pajak Esq. of Cellino Law
MISS NARDIN SPONSORS
KeyBank
Maid of the Mist Corporation
GATOR SPONSORS
AML RightSource
Ancora
David & Kristin Bauer
Matthew & Danielle Cherry
Chiampou Travis Besaw & Kershner LLP
i-evolve
Keller Technology Corporation
Lawley Insurance
M&T Bank
Phillips Lytle LLP
Rebecca Reeder
T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
CLEVELAND AVENUE SPONSORS
Amy Abrahamson ‘95, E‘91
Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation
CSG
Dave Smith Ford
Dolce Panepinto
Elbers Landscape Service
Excelsior Orthopaedics
Familia Vicente Pearce Wines
Freed Maxick
Evelyn Gawronski ‘80 & Colleen Robertson
Michelle Bouquard Hanzly ‘02 & Matthew Hanzly
Helm Experience & Design and Nina Barone Consulting
Phil Hubbell
Ingram Micro
Luke & Danielle Jacobs
Chrissy Hunt Oliver ‘06, E‘02 & Sean Oliver
Parkside Fire & Security
Pathway Partners Wealth Advisors, LLC
Pratt Collard Buck Advisory Group
Tronconi, Segarra & Associates
VALET SPONSOR
Basil Ford
Hoffman Hanafin
DJ SPONSOR
Silony Spine
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR
Medical Legal Connection
SPONSOR A FACULTY MEMBER
EBC Payroll
Mark & Deborah Morlock
WIFI SPONSOR
CFBT
WINE SPONSORS
Familia Vicente Pearce Wines
Try-It
Distributing
Board of Trustees 2024-2025
Marsha Sullivan, Chair
Anita Baird, DHM, Vice Chair
Luke Jacobs, Secretary
Rebecca Reeder, President
Charlie Chiampou, Chair, Finance Committee
Chris Clark, DHM, Chair, Mission Integration and DHM Legacy Committee
David Ciancimino, S.J.
Renee Dewhurst, DHM
Paula Gaudet, DHM
Evelyn Gawronski ‘80
Pat Lucas, DHM
Linda Selaya, DHM
Sara Stillwell Stoeckl ‘87
David Uba
David Beaton & Allanna Kelly-Beaton proudly support Nardin Academy and Fortune Gala
Past Chairs of Fortune
2024 Leah Nuchereno Ewing ‘02, E’98 & Frank Ewing
Luke & Danielle Jacobs
Mike and Kiersten Brydges Lawley
2023
Laurie Riester Collins ‘02 & John Collins
Kerry & Vincent Doyle
Therese Fuerst
2022 Leah Nuchereno Ewing ‘02, E’98 & Frank Ewing
2021 Fortune at Home - Virtual Event
2020 Laura & David Gioia E’83
Jessica & Michael Pizzuto
Jacque & Joe Shaw E’96
Kellie & Steve Ulrich
2019 Jay and Jamie Blair
Mark and Suzie Cryan
Joe and Jean Lorigo
Tom Vanner and Jackie Cryan Vanner ‘86
2018 Chris & Karen Aquiline
Jennifer Evans-DePalma & Mark DePalma
Andrea D’Alba Feine ’02 & Josh Feine
2017 Kristin & David Bauer
Patti & Lenny Deni
Missy & Ryan Dunn
Margie & Larry Whistler
Kelly Whistler Wischerath ‘89 & Paul Wischerath
2016
Nance & Chuck Basil
Tammy & Kevin Cleary
Jennifer & Alex Gress
2015 Kiersten Brydges Lawley & Mike Lawley
Patti & Bill Lawley
Diane & TJ Revelas
2014 Amy & Joe Bueme
Amy Carnevale ‘95 & Mark Hutchinson
Kyoko & Joe Koessler
2013 Mary Beth & Jim Basil
Cheryl & Mike Rossi
Christen O’Mara Smith E ‘88 & Joe Smith
Cheryl & Jim Swiezy
2012 Deborah VanKouwenberg
Bergfeld ‘90 & Cliff Bergfeld
Bonnie & Bob Blum
Nancy & Len Chinski
Melissa & Ron Raccuia
Amy & Paul Vukelic
2011 Ann & Don Brown
Maureen & Jim Bruce
Donna & Rob Cavallari
Nancy & Len Chinski
2010 Fidelma Fitzpatrick ’87 & James Rooney
Lorna Fitzpatrick ’86 & Michael Krabak
Donna & Rob Cavallari
Jackie & Lee Ruotsi
2009 Cathleen Hart-Frantz ’81 & Mark Frantz
Kathleen & Thomas O’Brien
Trish & Kent Lorence
Carmen & Andrew Fors
2008
2007
2006
Maureen McMahon McHugh ’78 & Jim McHugh
Cynthia & Frank Ciminelli
Kate & Tony Masiello
Colleen & John Sellick
Jo-Anne & Greg Dearlove
Lori & Dan Cantara
Melissa & Jim Nowak
2005 Kate & John Collins
Sue Cody Leous ’77 & Steve Leous
Liz & Tony Manzella
2004
2003
2002
Ann Marie & John Maxwell
Dana & Dan Fulham
Eileen & Bill Daetsch
Diane & Joe Leberer
Patty & Jim O’Brien
Alexandra & Michael Montante
2001 Erin Campbell Curtin ’92 & S. Tucker Curtin
Barbara & George Riedel
Mary & Wayne Bacon
2000 Susan & Michel Holland
Jo-Anne & Greg Dearlove 1999
Kathy & Terry Ward
Donna Siwek ’79 & Tim McEvoy 1998
Madonna & William Buscaglia 1997
Tama & Mike Perley 1996
Martha & Paul Lamparelli
Kathy & Brian Maher 1995
Sharon & John Courtin 1994
Diane & Tom Smeeding
Cindi & Mike Winter 1993
Peggy & Bob Moriarty
1992
Carey & Gordon Anderson 1991
Marilyn Smith Neil ’61 & Richard Neil
Thank you
to our Chair Couples, Staff and Volunteers for making this evening so successful!
Rebecca Reeder
Matthew & Danielle Cherry
LIVE Auction
1
Inside the AKG
This exclusive experience includes a private tour of the world-renowned Buffalo AKG Art Museum. You and seven of your friends will be led through the galleries and private collection by Director Janne Sirén, PhD or another esteemed member of the AKG Leadership Team. Explore the museum’s rich collection, gain insider insights, and dive deeper into the art pieces that make the AKG an unforgettable experience!
Donor: Buffalo AKG Art Museum
2
Eight (8) Front Row Seats at Middle School Graduation
Imagine sitting front and center at St. Michael’s Church as your child receives a diploma from Nardin Middle School! This is your chance to secure FRONT ROW SEATS to celebrate all of your child’s hard work and accomplishments.
Donor: Nardin Academy Middle School
3
Chef’s Dinner for Eight (8) at Oliver’s
You and seven friends can enjoy the highest quality dining experience with this private, customized multicourse meal and wine pairing selected by sommelier, Anthony Pandolfi. Since 1936, Oliver’s Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Western New York’s fine dining scene; it is the only restaurant to receive the AAA Four Diamond Award and an Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator.
Donor: Oliver’s Restaurant
4
Go Bills!
You’ll want to bid high on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see where Buffalo’s MVP and his team do their thing! This private tour for twelve (12) may be your last chance to experience the current Highmark Stadium before it closes. You’ll see the Bills locker room, press box, walk the field, and even kick a field goal! Date and time to be mutually agreed upon, subject to availability. Certificate expires August 31, 2025.
Donor: Scott Shepherd - Legends
5 Sullivan’s Brewing Experience in Kilkenny,
Ireland
Enjoy three-night’s accommodations directly onsite at the Sullivan’s Brewery and Taproom in Kilkenny, Ireland! This stay in Kilkenny’s historic city centre includes an “afternoon with the brewer” to explore the art of beer making. Sullivan’s is extremely proud that Buffalo became its first export market in 2017, so they are thrilled to be welcoming tonight’s highest bidder!
Donor: Sullivan’s Brewing Company
6 Super Chexx Bubble Hockey Table
Bring the thrill of the rink right into your home with a customizable Super Chexx Bubble Hockey Table – the ultimate game for sports enthusiasts and family fun! This classic arcade-style game will have you and your friends battling it out in fast-paced, action-packed hockey matches. Perfect for any game room, man cave, or entertainment space, this bubble hockey table is built for hours of fun and excitement!
Donor: ICE
7 Sunny San Diego Getaway
Enjoy the best a Southern California lifestyle has to offer with an eight-day, seven-night stay at this Solana Beach condo! The two bedroom condo is located in a private, gated community and can sleep a maximum of six people. With direct access to a stunning beach, two pools, a jacuzzi, and two lighted tennis/pickleball courts, this is the perfect spot to relax and unwind.
Donor: Dr. John and Gundula Dunne
David & Kristin Bauer
Indulge in a culinary adventure like no other with this exclusive progressive dinner for six (6) people at Remington Tavern, Angeline, and Hutch’s! A limo will take you and five lucky friends on a gourmet journey, with each course served at a different toptier restaurant. From appetizers to dessert, you and your guests will savor exquisite dishes and fine wines. Package must be booked in advance and is valid Monday through Thursday only.
Donor: Amy Carnavale ‘95 & Mark Hutchinson
9
Eight (8) Front Row Seats at High School Graduation
Watch your daughter walk across the stage at Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State from FRONT ROW SEATS! These eight (8) seats are the best in the house and will ensure that you’re front and center to witness every proud moment of this milestone event!
Donor: Nardin Academy High School
10
Notre Dame vs. Navy Football
Head to South Bend, Indiana to watch the Fighting Irish take on the Midshipmen of Navy on November 8, 2025. This exclusive package includes four (4) tickets to the game and a one (1) night stay at the Hyatt Place South Bend. Your room has two (2) queen beds and a sofa bed, and the hotel is already entirely sold out!
Donor: Kate & Jeffrey Mullin
11 Parking Spot
Make mornings easier with the ultimate convenience— an exclusive parking spot at Nardin Academy. You’ll save time and stress every day. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student, this spot is guaranteed to make your commute hassle-free!
Donor: Nardin Academy
