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BLESSED 2024-2025 ANNUAL REPORT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MISSION
...to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.
VISION
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools will be a Christ-centered community providing a financially-viable, world-class education for an increasing number of children.
CORE VALUES
Faith - Exemplify Gospel values in our daily lives
Integrity - Adhere to the highest ethical standards
Excellence - Strive to deliver superior results
Unity - Support and contribute to the success of the organization
DISCLAIMER
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Please accept our apologies for omission or error. This year, we have diligently reviewed our records and included the graduation year of our Cathedral and O’Gorman Alumni. If you discover an error, please contact us at 605-336-6354 so we may correct any oversights.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR
Dear Friends, Families, and Supporters of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools,
It is a privilege to address you as Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese of Sioux Falls, while Bishop Donald DeGrood is temporarily away. I am honored to return to the diocese where I was raised and first served, and I do so with a deep sense of gratitude.
Among the most cherished of those ministries is Catholic education. One of the greatest gifts we can offer our children is the opportunity to know and walk with Jesus Christ. Everything we do in Catholic schools flows from that sacred foundation. In Christ, we find freedom from fear and sin, and freedom for a life of purpose, joy, and love.
For generations, the Church has recognized that education is not merely about information, but formation – forming the heart, mind, and soul of young people in faith, wisdom, and virtue. Here in Sioux Falls, we are blessed with a vibrant Catholic school system where students encounter Christ daily - in the classroom, on the field, and in their relationships.
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools exemplifies this mission. Year after year, students excel academically and personally, guided by dedicated educators who model a Christ-centered life. But more than academic success, these schools nurture souls. They cultivate a deep sense of wonder, truth, and holiness that equips young people to live as faithful disciples.
This annual report offers a glimpse into the vibrant life of our schools. It highlights students formed in virtue, families strengthened through community, and the generosity of so many who make this mission possible. Your prayers, service, financial support, and advocacy are helping to shape a generation of missionary disciples prepared to bring the love of Christ to the world.
To all who support Catholic education in our diocese— parents, alumni, parishioners, benefactors, and educators - I extend my heartfelt thanks. Your commitment makes a real and lasting difference.
Please continue to keep Bishop DeGrood in your prayers, that he may experience healing and peace in the days ahead. May we all continue walking together in faith, with our eyes fixed on our ultimate goal: eternal life with God and one another.
Sincerely in Christ,
Most Reverend Donald J. Kettler Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Saint Cloud Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Sioux Falls
SEE, I AM DOING SOMETHING NEW! NOW IT SPRINGS FORTH, DO YOU NOT PERCEIVE IT? IN THE WILDERNESS I MAKE A WAY, IN THE WASTELAND, RIVERS. Isaiah 43:19
3 APOSTOLIC ADMINISTRATOR
4 A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Dear Parents, Alumni, and Friends,
Because of you, the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is alive and thriving. Your faith, generosity, and belief in Catholic education make it possible for us to form young people who know Christ, live their faith, and make a positive impact on the world with His love.
This past May, we celebrated a beautiful milestone: the graduation of 153 young men and women, each ready to go forth as disciples of Christ, carrying with them the values, knowledge, and faith foundation they received here. Their journeys — and the lives they will touch — are part of your legacy. You are an integral part of their story, and we are profoundly grateful.
We continue to operationalize the Anchored in Our Faith strategic plan — a bold, faith-filled vision that strengthens Catholic identity, ensures academic excellence, and fosters stewardship for generations to come. The future is bright, and we are excited to move forward, confident that God is working through each of us to transform lives.
On behalf of the entire Bishop O’Gorman family, thank you. Your prayers, your gifts, and your unwavering support make all of this possible. You are making an eternal difference, and we hold you in our daily prayers of gratitude. Together, we are building something truly remarkable — not just a school system, but a community of faith, hope, and love.
We look forward to sharing more with you in the months ahead as we continue this journey, and we hope you share our excitement for all that God has in store for Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
With heartfelt gratitude and joy,
5 OPERATING KEY FIGURES 2024 -
I DON’T KNOW HOW [TEACHERS] DO IT. THEY TAKE A FINANCIAL RISK OF TAKING LESS MONEY TO COME TO A CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND TEACH, AND YET WE HAVE SOME OF THE BEST TEACHERS THAT ARE IN THE SCHOOLS. HOW FORTUNATE WE ARE THAT WE HAVE THAT OPPORTUNITY.
James Jarding
REVENUES
EXPENSES
SALARIES/BENEFITS
CLASSROOM & FACILITY MAINTENANCE
STUDENT ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS PROGRAMS
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}BISHOP O’GORMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS MEANS BEING PART OF A COMMUNITY THAT VALUES FAITH, EDUCATION, AND SERVICE. IT’S ABOUT FOSTERING A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHERE STUDENTS CAN GROW ACADEMICALLY AND SPIRITUALLY.
Megan Bassett, 5th Grade Teacher
Christ the King Elementary
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kate Althoff St. Lambert
Fr. Andrew Dickinson St. Katharine Drexel / Bishop
O’Gorman Catholic Schools
Canonical Administrator
Jennifer Edwards Christ the King
Phil Gundvaldson Holy Spirit
Fr. Tom Hartman St. Michael
Mike Heineman St. Mary
Pat Kappel St. Katharine Drexel
Fr. Paul King St. Lambert/St. Therese/ Our Lady of Guadalupe
Chris Lent Cathedral of St. Joseph
Fr. James Mason Holy Spirit
Laura Mitchell St. Michael
Fr. James Morgan Cathedral of St. Joseph
Ryan Noonan St. Mary
Michelle Pokorney St. Therese
Fr. Paul Rutten Christ the King/St. Mary
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
Alex Anderson Assistant Principal/OGHS
Wade Charron Principal/OGJH
Lucas Fiegen Consultant
Kyle Groos President
Joe Hurley Director of IT
Mike Jaspers Consultant
Steve Kueter Activities Director
Anne Lanoue Accountant
Joan Mahoney Principal/OGHS
Matt Millage Consultant
Ryan O’Connor Consultant
Jamie Paasch Consultant
Lisa Rysavy Director of Finance
Jim Soukup Consultant
Bob Winkels Consultant
ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE
Alex Anderson Assistant Principal/OGHS
Nicole Bruning Executive Director Foundation
Stacy Charron Principal/St. Katharine Drexel
Adam Cox Foundation
Christie Ernst St. Mary
Kyle Groos President
Julie Kolbeck Principal/Christ the King
Anne Lanoue Accountant
Chris Lent Board/Cathedral of St. Joseph
Laura Mitchell Board/St. Michael
Fr. James Morgan Board/Cathedral of St. Joseph
Liz Myscofski Director of Development
Jessie Schmidt Foundation
MISSION & PROGRAMS COMMITTEE
Kyle Groos President
Pat Kappel Board/St. Katharine Drexel
Fr. Paul King Board/St. Lambert/St. Therese/ Our Lady of Guadalupe
Joan Mahoney Principal/OGHS
Regan Manning Principal/Holy Spirit
Brenda Mitzel Diocese of Sioux Falls
Michelle Pokorney Board/St. Therese
Michelle Shields Principal/St. Mary
Chris Uttecht Vice President for Educational Services
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Matt Adamson St. Lambert
Jennifer Edwards Board/Christ the King
Mike Finnegan St. Mary
Kyle Groos President
Jim Josten Cathedral of St. Joseph
Angie Kappen Accountant
Brandi Kowalczyk St. Michael
Ryan Noonan Board/St. Mary
Fr. Paul Rutten Christ the King/St. Mary
Lisa Rysavy Director of Finance
Jon Schulte St. Michael
Jeremy Sorenson St. Katharine Drexel
Kevin Wagner Holy Spirit
PLANNING COMMITTEE
Chanda Bender Holy Spirit
Joni Blauwet St. Katharine Drexel
Wade Charron Principal/OGJH
Coleen Davis Principal/St. Lambert
Kyle Groos President
Phil Gundvaldson Board/Holy Spirit
Fr. Tom Hartman St. Michael
Mike Heineman Board/St. Mary
Teresa Hulscher Principal/St. Michael
Steve Kueter Activities Director
Lisa Rysavy Director of Finance
Jenni Struck Director of Admissions
Rachael Kapperman Director of Marketing & Communications
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Mike Bannwarth Diocese of Sioux Falls
Nicole Bruning Executive Director of Foundation
Kyle Groos President
Jim Josten Foundation
Angie Kappen Accountant
Anne Lanoue Accountant
Julie Lautt Foundation
Matt Mueller Christ the King
Lisa Rysavy Director of Finance
Jon Schulte Finance Committee
STRATEGIC PLAN
MINISTRY
Catholic Life & Culture
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Inviting the Chaplains to speak at New Employee Orientation.
• Develop and implement a systematic Faith Formation program for all faculty and staff.
• Engage pastors, clergy, and religious communities to form stronger relationships between pastorates and schools.
EXCELLENCE
Academics
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Continue to explore opportunities to expand Speech services across all schools within the system.
• Incorporate elements of Logic and Philosophy into the O’Gorman Junior High Theology Curriculum.
• Explore the expansion of Enrichment programs offered at elementary schools.
EXCELLENCE
Faculty & Staff
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Re-evaluate targeted Universities and Catholic connections.
• Partner with the PES Sisters to find Catholic employees in colleges and universities that they visit.
• Focus on how we can grow our own educators at Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
OPERATIONAL VITALITY
Advancement
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Review current structure of fundraising and job duties.
• Continue Alumni Engagement through regional reunions, local events, and monthly alumni communication via email.
• Continue to work with Marketing team on creating awareness for endowment giving.
• Transform the future of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools through a capital campaign.
OPERATIONAL VITALITY
Enrollment Management
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Implement a tuition calculator feature on new website to increase awareness during the enrollment process for families to get a true picture of tuition and potential tuition assistance.
• Beginning to track information on families who inquired or applied but did not enroll at Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools to better understand the decision-making process.
• Research a database to collect more accurate data on alumni.
OPERATIONAL VITALITY
Finance
Opportunities/Focus for the 2025-26 School Year
• Review & analyze the funding model to achieve a desired balance of tuition/fees, development/ fundraising, parish investment, and other income.
• Evaluate program costs for efficiency and equityboth curricular and co-curricular.
9 UPDATE
10 FUNDRAISERS & OUTCOMES DEVELOPMENT
$618,000
$442,000 Revenue for the Annual Staff Salary Initiative (SSI) LIFE IS GOOD, AND YOU ARE HAPPY. LIFE IS BETTER WHEN OTHERS ARE HAPPY BECAUSE OF YOU. Fr. Mike Kelly quoting Pope Francis
$1,380,000 Total Development Revenue
The Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation contributed an additional $278,000 to the SSI from the Living Stones Endowment Fund distributions.
DEVELOPMENT OR FOUNDATION?
DEVELOPMENT
Funding Sources:
Annual Giving
• Bishop O’Gorman Appeal
• Staff Salary Initiative Donations
Fundraising Events & Campaigns
• Bob Burns Dakota Bowl
• Extravaganza
• Golf Classic
• Connections Business Directory
• Opening Knighter Playbill
• Go Give O’G
Gift Card Program
The Knight Locker
Each year these dollars support the following areas:
• Tuition Assistance
• Teacher/Staff Salaries
• Classroom Projects
• Technology Improvements
• Capital Improvement Projects
• Student Activities & Athletics
FOUNDATION
Funding Sources:
One Time Gifts & Donations
• Tuesday for Teachers Donations
Major Gifts
Planned Giving
• Cash
• Insurance
• Real Estate/Personal Property
• Stocks/Securities
• Retirement Plans
Ultimate Giving
• Wills/Estates
• Trusts
• Life Insurance
Annual distributions from long-term investments are provided to the school system and are directed to:
• Teacher/Staff Salaries
• Tuition Assistance
• Capital Projects
• Student Scholarships
• Special Programs
The Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Development Office and the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation work together to provide tuition assistance for faith-based education, compensation to our dedicated staff, and resources to enhance our facilities and technology. Both organizations are working together to build a community of faith and learning for students today and in the future by promoting Gospel values and academic excellence.
The Development Office is responsible for raising money annually to help support the day-to-day operations of our school system. This includes raising funds for tuition assistance, staff salaries and benefits, along with capital improvements. It is also very important that the Development Office create events that can build our community.
The Foundation is responsible for raising money for the future by focusing on establishing long-term investments with annual distributions used to ensure a Catholic education will be available for current students in coming years as well as for future generations. The Foundation annually seeks new members and sustainer gifts in addition to the annual Sporting Clays Shoot, which helps support the yearly operations of the Foundation office.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE A MESSAGE FROM
Dear Friends,
As I reflect on the past year, I am filled with deep gratitude for the generous spirit that continues to define our community. Whether through gifts of time, talent, or treasure, your support has been a beacon of hope, helping us carry out our mission with purpose and compassion.
Your contributions, big and small, have made an immeasurable impact. From volunteering at events to supporting our initiatives financially, you have lived out the call to serve others with humility and love. For that, I am profoundly thankful. As we practice patience and quiet trust in God’s timing and will, we are reminded He has been faithful. We see His guidance as our community continues to thrive, grow, and overcome challenges with grace.
Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for giving so freely. May we continue to walk this journey with open hearts and a shared hope for all that is yet to come.
With gratitude,
Liz Myscofski Development Director
Dear Friends and Supporters,
On behalf of the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation, we offer our heartfelt thanks for your continued generosity and prayerful support. Our gratitude for your faithful stewardship is both heartfelt and humbling. Because of you, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools continues to be a beacon of academic excellence rooted in faith.
As good stewards of your gifts and in response to the growing needs of our schools, we have begun to embark on the early stages of a large-scale fundraising campaign. This effort will allow us to build upon the strong foundation so many have worked to establish and ensure that Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools remains vibrant, accessible, and Christ-centered for decades to come. We look forward to sharing more with you as this exciting effort unfolds.
We believe giving is more than a transaction – it is an act of love and a reflection of faith. As St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta said, “It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” Your generosity is a beautiful testament to that spirit. It enables life-changing experiences for students and families, inspires our educators, and brings hope to a community that continues to grow in faith and excellence.
Thank you for walking alongside us. Together, through your generous hearts and steadfast belief in Catholic education, we are forming lives, enriching futures, and building God’s Kingdom – one student at a time.
With sincere appreciation,
Nicole R. Bruning, MBA, CFRE Executive Director
INVESTMENT FUNDS 2024 - 2025 FOUNDATION
Total Account Value:
$33,619,378*
The O’Gorman Foundation Fund was established from the many gifts received through various fund drives to benefit O’Gorman High School. These dollars are to be invested and only a limited percentage of the fund is to be disbursed for use. Balance: $1,244,618
The Teachers’ Endowment Fund was established through a capital campaign drive in 1991, allocating the first $500,000 from the drive toward an endowment to benefit Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools teachers’ salaries. Only a limited percentage from this fund is disbursed. Balance: $600,173
The Pooled Funds are defined as those funds established by donors which provide permanent support of the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools, whether in the form of teacher compensation, tuition assistance, scholarships, programs, capital improvements, or other support. Unless otherwise stipulated by the donor, only a limited percentage from these funds are disbursed. Balance: $25,447,158
The Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota represents current balances of endowments established for the benefit of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools. Balance: $6,327,429
Investment Policy
Investment decisions are made using the following investment guidelines:
• The long-term investment objective is to provide reliable and sustainable income for the current needs of stakeholders and perpetuate the resources of the Foundation for future generations of beneficiaries. Therefore, the minimum investment return needs to be sufficient to offset spending and expenses.
• Social and moral guidelines will be followed to avoid investing in companies whose activities either generate a profit or promote social change that conflict with teachings of the Catholic Church.
• The target asset allocations for the investment portfolio are set forth in the table.
• To maintain the proper allocation, it is the policy of the Foundation to periodically rebalance the portfolio in the event any asset class allocation differs by more than 20% of the stated target.
• A Spending Rate not to exceed 4% of the investment portfolio’s market value each year is appropriate to meet the needs of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools. The rate is reviewed periodically in light of evolving trends within the economy.
• No more than 10% of an active manager’s portfolio can be invested in any one security. This does not apply to U.S. Government or agency issues.
• All fixed income securities will be of investment grade.
*As of May 31, 2025
All figures are based as of May 31 of their respective years.
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Scott and Patti Abdallah
Karen Ambroius
Aaron and Dua Anderson
Roberto Anel and Editha Liu
Mark and Amy Arndt
Bill and Peg Baker
Thaddeus and Nicole Barnes
Wayne V and Jennifer Baumberger
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Bill and Tracee Beck
Dr. Randy and Kameha Bell
Ken Berger and Molly McCarthy
John and Katy Billion
Brian and Janet Bird
Joel and Dar Blanchard
Michael and Carri Bornitz
Jeff and Traci Boyle
Greg and Denise Branaugh
Becky Branick
John and Nicole Bruning
Jim Jr. and Kim Burma
Fran and Mary Lou Campbell
Larry and Mary Canfield
Ed and Judy Cannon
Carl and Michelle Carlson
Thomas and Tina Carson
Sheila Casiello
Fr. Chuck Cimpl
Paul and Shirley Cink
Tom and Mary Cink
James and Sue Clark
Richard and Kari Clark
Shawn and Julie Cleary
Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
Bob and Paula Correa
Dan and Janet Costello
David and Judy Cota
Joan Cota
Randy and Ann Cowan
Adam lvt and Diane Cox
Jason and Pamela Cox
Lisa Crist
Kevin and Ashley Crouch
Nick and Kristin Dahl
Nate and Mary Dally
Tim and Lee Anne Dardis
Bishop Donald E. DeGrood l
Janet Devaney
Fr. Andrew Dickinson l
Dan and Laurie Donohue
Robert and Kara Dougherty
Tom and Kareen Dougherty
Dan lv and Jessica Doyle
Kevin and Karen Doyle
Jeff and Hattie Edman
David and Julie Elson
David and Julie Ermer
Todd and Christie lv Ernst
Mike tV and Anne lz Ferrell
Jeff and Jackie Fiegen
Rusty V and Brenda Fiegen
Don and Janet Fischer
Donna Flanagan
Dave and Mary Fleck
Maureen Flynn
Mike and Sue Flynn
Lance and Jennifer Fredrickson
Jon and Emily Friedman
Dan and Katie Fritz
Marcus and Jocelyn Frohm
Patrick and Susanne Gale
Kevin and Melissa Garry
Rich and Mary Garry
Theresa Gaspar
Jack and Jayne Gaspari
Steve and Kelly Gellerman
Greg and Bev Giergielewicz
Mike and Gracia Gillespie
Ryan and Lesley Good
Kyle lvtz and Theresa Groos
Norma Gross
Kristen Gulson
Michael and Stacy Gustaf
Richard and Nancy Gustaf
Craig V and Lisa Hagen
Fr. Nick Haiar
Doug and Anne Hajek
Bryan Hammer
Donald and Julie Hanson
Fr. Thomas Hartman l
Alfred and Linda Hartmann
Shane and Nancy Hartung
Fr. Tom Heck
Greg and Phyllis Heineman
Evan and Kristi Hermanson
Valerie (Trudeau) Hickner
Joe and Angela z Hight
Boyd and Dody Hopkins
Jack and Gina Hopkins
Kelly and Ashley Hosek
Tom and Melissa Howes
Wayne and Mary Huber
Jean Huegel
Brian and Sheila Hurley
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Will and Joan Hurley
Greg and Beth Jamison
James P and JoNell Jarding
Jim and Megan Jarding
Clare Johnson
Greg and Meg Johnson
Philip V and Karen Johnson
Gene Jr. and Cynthia Jones
Scott and Lisa Jones
Jeff and Doreen Jorgenson
James tn and Lynn Josten
Eric and Jane Juhl
Samantha Kappenman
Tim and Jeanne Kappenman
Mike and Michelle Katen
Matt and Ashley z Kayser
Rob and Nicole Keisacker
Fr. Mike Kelly lz
Fr. Paul King l
Joe lv and Amanda Kippley
Kevin and Peggy Kirby
Steve and Susie Kirby
Ben and Kristen Klinkhammer
Charles and Judy Kneip
Richard and Cindy Koch
Rick and Kathy Kooima
Donald Jr. and Shelly Kosiak
Nick and Kate Kotzea
Lon and Sandy Kouri
Dave and Brandi lt Kowalczyk
Fr. David Krogman
Noel and Mary Lais
Gary and Renae Lamberty
Curtis III and Rochelle Lauret
O’GORMAN IS A WONDERFUL INVESTMENT IN THE FUTURE OF ALL GOD’S CHILDREN.”
Douglas ’90 and Jodie Barnett
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This list includes people who made a $1,000 (or more) Sustainer gift to the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. We thank them for their direct support of the Foundation’s Mission & Vision.
Karen Ambrosius
Bill and Peg Baker
Wayne and Jennifer Baumberger
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Dr. Randy and Kameha Bell
John and Katy Billion
Mike and Carri Bornitz
Greg and Denise Branaugh
Rebecca Branick
John and Nicole Bruning
Shelia Casiello
Fr. Chuck Cimpl
Jim and Sue Clark
Shawn and Julie Cleary
Adam and Diane Cox
Kevin and Ashley Crouch
Bob and Kara Dougherty
Tom and Kareen Dougherty
David and Julie Elson
Todd and Christie Ernst
Dr. Lance and Jennifer Fredrickson
Jon and Emily Friedman
Greg and Bev Giergielewicz
Alfred and Linda Hartmann
Boyd and Dody Hopkins
Jack and Gina Hopkins
Tom and Melissa Howes
Jamison Company Real Estate
- Greg and Beth Jamison
James and JoNell Jarding
Jim and Megan Jarding
Matthew and Annette Johnson
Philip and Karen Johnson
James and Lynn Josten
Samantha Kappenman
Tim and Jeanne Kappenman
Joe and Amanda Kippley
Ben and Kristen Klinkhammer
Richard and Cindy Koch
Lon and Sandy Kouri
Fr. David Krogman
Jeff and Julie Lautt
Bruce and Nancy Lindberg
Tom and Susan McDowell
Thomas and Cynthia Monnin
Jerry and Karen Noonan
Michael and Janice O’Connor
Jason and Stephanie Ollerich
Jarrod and Elizabeth Otta
Marian and Andrea Petrasko
Preston and Nicole Renshaw
Thomas and Kristin Ripperda
David and Anlee Rola
Mike and Mary Runge
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Jeff and Linda Schartz
Nolan and Brooke Schmidt
Jon and Nancy Schulte
Terry and Trish Schulte
Todd and Terri Schuver
Keith Jr. and Becky Severson
Regan Smith
Ben and Trish Solomon
Carl and Marietta Soukup
Jim and Angie Soukup
Alan Jr. and Judy Spencer
Brady and Kelly Stocklin
Thomas R and Rochelle Sweetman
Michael and Christine Thompson
Thornton Flooring
- Matt and Beth Thornton
Bill and Teresa Townsend
Brian and Patricia Vognild
Mark and Sarah Vortherms
Matthew and Deborah Witte
BISHOP O’GORMAN CATHOLIC
SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
ESTATE & DEFERRED GIFTS
The Bishop O’Gorman Legacy Society recognizes the following friends who have notified the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation and/or the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota that they have included the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools in their estate plans. We also acknowledge the planned gifts that the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation has received and/or have been notified to receive in this fiscal year.
The Bishop O’Gorman Legacy Society honors them for their vision, commitment, and inspiration to others. All members of the Bishop O’Gorman Legacy Society will be invited to the annual Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Donor Recognition event.
U=Deceased
THE JARDING FAMILY’S ENDURING COMMITMENT TO CATHOLIC
EDUCATION
18 A LEGACY OF FAITH, FAMILY, & GIVING
A Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Annual Report Story
By John Stassi ‘11
For the Jarding family, generosity is not just tradition, it’s a reflection of their Catholic faith, family values, and lifelong dedication to nurturing future generations. James P. and JoNell Jarding have long been foundational figures within the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools community. Since 1975, there have only been two school years when James and JoNell didn’t have a child or grandchild enrolled. But their impact goes far beyond involvement, it lives on through the legacy they have built and the spirit of giving they have passed on to their children and grandchildren.
what it means to give with purpose together.
Family Roots and Catholic Values
James and JoNell Jarding’s story began in the small town of Alexandria, South Dakota, a place where everything revolved around church, school, and family. James’ father was a farmer, and JoNell’s father owned a grain elevator. Their rural upbringing, steeped in simplicity and community, shaped the way they would later raise their own family.
Though James originally wanted to stay on the farm, his mother, a schoolteacher, encouraged him to attend Dakota Wesleyan University where he studied to become a Certified Public Accountant. JoNell pursued nursing at Presentation College-McKennan Hospital School of Nursing. The two eventually settled in Sioux Falls where James continued his career in accounting. Not long after, they welcomed their first child, Jim Jr., and JoNell became a full-time stay-at-home parent. Their family grew to include three children—Jim Jr., Julie, and Jennifer—all of whom attended Christ the King Elementary, O’Gorman Junior High, and O’Gorman High School.
What began with a single act of generosity, the James P. and JoNell Jarding Family Scholarship, has blossomed into a family-wide mission. Their family’s story is a testament of faith in action, an enduring devotion to Catholic education, and a powerful reminder of
Faith and education were always at the center of their parenting. The decision to enroll their children in Catholic schools was driven by a desire to give them something even more meaningful. “I told Jim, ‘I would have given anything to go to a Catholic school.’ So, we gave it a try,” said JoNell. “It just sort of fell into place. It was a true community.”
The sense of community deepened as the family grew more involved. James served on the school board, eventually as president, and helped develop foundational systems for managing school finances. JoNell also contributed in quieter ways, often behind the scenes in parish and school volunteer roles. The couple raised their children with clear expectations, strong discipline, and an unwavering commitment to faith. For example, when traveling for sports, Mass was non-negotiable. “Even if the kids had to go in their dirty softball uniforms, we never missed Mass,” JoNell shared. “That was important to us.”
Founding the First Scholarship
As the Jarding children grew up and started families of their own, they chose to honor the example their parents had set—not with words, but with action. To celebrate James and JoNell’s 40th wedding anniversary, their three children established the James P. and JoNell Jarding Family Scholarship as a lasting tribute to their parents’ sacrifices and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and education. “We wanted to commemorate everything our parents had done for us,” said Jim Jr. “Forming the scholarship fund was our way of saying thank you.”
The scholarship was both a surprise and a reflection of the values the Jardings had instilled in their children: hard work, generosity, and faith in action. “It was impressive to us,” James said. “They could have put it in their own names, and we’d have
been proud of that. But they didn’t, they wanted it to be for us.” The hope, they say, is simple: to make it just a little easier for families to choose Catholic education. “It’s hard now,” JoNell said. “When you see families with several kids, both parents working, and everything’s expensive... we just hope it helps. O’Gorman has been so good to us. We wanted to help someone else experience that too.”
For the Jardings, giving back wasn’t a dramatic act, it was something modeled through everyday choices: donating through the gift card program, contributing to church each Sunday, and volunteering time and talents wherever needed. “It just kind of grew,” said JoNell. “When we started out, we didn’t have a thing. We lived in a duplex with one car. But O’Gorman always had ways you could help.”
The Lasting Impact of Catholic Education on the Jarding Family
Looking back, James and JoNell credit Bishop O’Gorman for helping build the solid foundation that allowed their children and grandchildren to succeed. “They went to Catholic school. That’s how they got here,” James said. “They learned to work, and we made sure they did.”
From teachers who personally guided Julie through college scholarship applications to those who stayed long enough to teach multiple generations of Jardings, the couple recalls countless ways Catholic education made an impact. “The teachers take time for each individual child,” said JoNell. “They push them in the right ways. They really care.”
JoNell was struck by many teachers’ lasting presence. That sense of dedication has continued through the years; when their grandchildren began attending St. Michael Elementary, JoNell recognized at least three teachers who had once taught her own children at Christ the King Elementary, still faithfully serving the community.
A Legacy Continued: The Next Generation Steps In
For Jim Jr. and his wife, Megan Jarding, giving back to Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools isn’t just about honoring the past, it’s about building a better future for the educators shaping tomorrow’s leaders. High school sweethearts and proud O’Gorman High School alumni—Jim from the Class of 1987 and Megan from the Class of 1988—the couple has three children, Mitchell, Maggie, and Maverick, all of whom graduated from O’Gorman High School. This fall, their first grandchild, Briggs, will start at St. Michael Elementary.
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BISHOP O’GORMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
ENDOWMENT FAQ INFO
What is an endowment?
An endowment is a special gift to the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Foundation that keeps giving forever. Instead of being spent all at once, the gift is invested, and each year a portion of the investment earnings is used to support our schools. The original gift amount (called the principal) is never spent—this ensures the endowment continues to grow and support Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools for generations to come.
Can I choose how my gift is used?
Absolutely! If you create a new endowment, you can decide what area you’d like it to support—such as teacher salaries, tuition assistance, facility upgrades, or specific programs like athletics, music, or the arts.
When you make your gift, we’ll work with you to create a simple agreement that outlines your wishes. The Foundation is required to honor how you want your gift to be used.
How are endowment funds invested?
The Foundation partners with the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota to invest endowment funds. Investments follow Catholic values and responsible investment guidelines, so you can feel confident your gift aligns with your faith.
If you would like to donate to any of the Endowments listed on the following pages, scan this QR code!
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FUNDS FOR TUITION ASSISTANCE
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FUNDS FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS/OPERATIONS/ PROGRAMS/OTHER CONTINUED...
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FUNDS FOR K-12 SCHOLARSHIPS CONTINUED...
SIOUX FALLS AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
ENDOWMENT FUNDS (SFACF)
B. Scott Reardon Endowment
Established in 2007 to support O’Gorman High School.
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Teachers and Staff Salary Endowment
Established in 2017 to support the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools staff salary initiative.
Dody and Boyd Hopkins Family Foundation
Established in 2006 to support Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
O’Gorman High School Fund
Established in 1996 to support O’Gorman High School.
}MY FAITH HAS JUST TAKEN OFF FROM BEING IN THE O’GORMAN SCHOOL SYSTEM. I’M SO HAPPY THAT WE CAME BECAUSE OF THE PEOPLE THAT ARE HERE. THAT’S WHAT MAKES THIS PLACE SPECIAL. I WANTED THE PEOPLE AROUND ME TO MAKE ME BETTER AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT O’GORMAN DOES.
Sullivan Schlimgen ‘25
50 GIFT CLUB LEVELS
The names listed on the following pages represents gifts to Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools and the Foundation during our 2025 fiscal year from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
• Total annual gift contributions of $3,000 or more entitle the donor to an invitation to the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Donor Recognition event, held in conjunction with the O’Gorman spring musical, as well as a “gift pack” including a family athletic booster pass and a promo code to reserve four tickets to a Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools special event.
• Total annual gift contributions of $1,500-$2,999 entitle the donor to an invitation to the Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools Donor Recognition event held in conjunction with the O’Gorman spring musical. In addition, the donor receives two tickets to a Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools special event.
• Total annual gift contributions of $500-$1,499 entitle the donor to two tickets to a Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools special event.
DISTINGUISHED BENEFACTORS
Gifts of $50,000 AND GREATER
EXECUTIVE DIAMOND CLUB
Gifts of $25,000 - $49,999
DIAMOND CLUB
Gifts of $10,000 - $24,999
EMERALD CLUB
Gifts of $5,000 - $9,999
PLATINUM CLUB
Gifts of $3,000 - $4,999
GOLD CLUB
Gifts of $1,500 - $2,999
SILVER CLUB
Gifts of $500 - $1,499
BLUE CLUB
Gifts of $100 - $499
U=Deceased
DISTINGUISHED BENEFACTORS
Gifts of $50,000+
Avera
Ed and Heidi Bloom
Greg and Bev Giergielewicz
Jeff and Julie ‘89 Lautt
James and Marlene WinkerU
EXECUTIVE DIAMOND CLUB
Gifts of $25,000 - $49,999
Anonymous
Dr. Randy and Kameha Bell
gpac, LLC
Guarantee Roofing & Sheet Metal
Jamie and Nicole Paasch
Alfred and Linda Hartmann
Ben ‘99 and Tricia Solomon
Pete ‘99 and Mary ‘99 Sonstegard
Jim ‘84 and Angie ‘84 Soukup
Richard and Kathleen ‘69 Sweetman
DIAMOND CLUB
Gifts of $10,000 - $24,999
Dave and Kara Arend
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Corey and Karen Brown
Jerome ‘70 and Margaret ‘70 Bruggeman
Donald and Mary BurggraffU
Century Business Products
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Combined Pool & Spa
Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
CorTrust Bank
Steven Dennison and Rose Riley
Tom and Linda Elliott
Dr. Ester Gubbrud and Charles Ross
Dr. Cassie ‘95 Hajek and Matthew Blosl
Valerie ‘68 (Trudeau) Hickner
Casey ‘97 and Sarah Hillman
Hillman Plumbing & Heating
Bob and Tina Hillman
Jean Huegel
HVAC Elements
Balancing Professionals
G & R Controls
O’Connor Company
Jim ‘87 and Megan ‘88 Jarding
Fr. Mike Kelly
Dr. Daniel KennellyU
Wayne ‘77 Klug
Maguire
Patrick and Lindsey O’Brien
Jud and Denise Pins
Brian and Jennifer Pistulka
PREMIER Bankcard, Inc./ First PREMIER Bank
Preston and Nicole Renshaw
Mike and Mary Runge
Eric and Jaclyn ‘97 Schuler
Morgan Sonstegard
Jeremy and Tracy Sorenson
Carl and Marietta Soukup
Brady and Kelly Stocklin
Thomas R. ‘00 and Rochelle Sweetman
Kevin and Summer Wagner
Jane Wick
EMERALD CLUB
Gifts of $5,000 - $9,999
Anonymous (2)
Brian and Claudia Baldwin
John A ‘87 Becker
Billion Automotive Companies
Don ‘69 and Atty Boyd
Joseph and Ashley Bozied
Maurice Bruggeman
Kevin and Margaret ‘99 Carmody
Terrence R ‘49 Caster
Adam and Molly ‘95 Christianson
Fr. Chuck Cimpl
David ‘70 and Judy ‘70 Cota
Adam ‘00 and Diane Cox
Jason and Pamela Cox
Dennis and Mary Culey
Darlene Delker
James ‘68 and Polly Dunn
David and Jennifer Edwards
Richard Elmen and Elvia EspinozaAyala
James Jr. ‘74 and Barbara Eppel
Mike and Ashley ‘01 Fellows
Rusty and Brenda Fiegen
Fiegen Construction
Jeff and Rusty Fiegen
Andrew ‘10 and Lindsey Gaspar
Gary ‘77 and Cynthia Gaspar
Michael ‘65 and Gracia Gillespie
Bob and Marge Good
Jamison Company Real Estate
Greg ‘83 and Beth ‘84 Jamison
Brian and Katherine ‘01 Grode
Kyle and Theresa Groos
Kyle and Maggie ‘05 Groteluschen
Ron and Ann Heiman
Joe and Angela Hight
Ryan and Becky ‘99 Houck
Wayne and Mary ‘97 Huber
Patrick and Dana Jackson
Troy and Nicole Johnson
Gene Jr. ‘80 and Cynthia Jones
Jay ‘99 and Lisa ‘99 Jorgenson
Samantha ‘11 Kappenman
Tim ‘80 and Jeanne ‘88 Kappenman
Joe and Amanda Kippley
Rodney Koch
Fr. David Krogman
Micah and Tabitha Likness
Bruce and Nancy ‘69 Lindberg
George and Kristen Lund
Tom and Sarah Madison
Brian and Joanne Maude
Timothy and Megan Meagher
Richard Molseed
Thomas and Cynthia Monnin
Mount Marty University
Matthew and Rachel Mueller
Pizza Ranch
Todd and Patty Pharis
Lori Reischl
Dennis and Donna Rensch
Nick and Marlys Rizzi
Kevin and Laney Schieffer
Terveen Properties
Scott and Stacey ‘96 Terveen
SDN Communications
Mary Ann ‘67 Sechser Erickson
Cody and Annie Siewert
Sioux Falls Ford Lincoln/ Luxury Auto Mall
Steven and Lisa Small
T-Brothers Logistics
TC’s Referee Sports Bar & Grill
The First National Bank in Sioux Falls
Chris and Kristen Thorkelson
Daniel and Mary Thum
Matthew and Sarah Tschetter
Leroy Vogel
Brian and Patricia Vognild
Dwight and Laurie Vondra
John and Bridget ‘85 Wenande
Blake and Katie Wilson
Robert and Deb Winkels
PLATINUM CLUB
Gifts of $3,000 - $4,999
Aaron and Dua ‘01 Anderson
Anonymous
Wayne and Jennifer Baumberger
James Becker
Matthew and Chanda ‘95 Bender
Ken Berger and Molly McCarthy
CarrierNet Group Financial, Inc.
Shawn and Julie Cleary
Verlyn Curley
Leonard and Joanne Dankey
Chris ‘95 and Karen Dickes
Robert ‘86 and Kara Dougherty
Marc and Teresa Dvoracek
Michael and Teresa Eide
Electric Supply Company
Jon and Jenny Ellenbecker
Joshua and Carina Floyd
Jared ‘93 and Chantelle Friedman
Marcus and Jocelyn Frohm
Dean and Joanna Gaikowski
Thomas and Ann Garry
Norma Gross
Tracy and Brienne Grossman
Fr. Nick ‘08 Haiar
Hander Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Ryan and Alicia Hansen
Ryan and Sara Harris
Greg and Phyllis Heineman
John and Ann Henkhaus
Rebecca ‘84 Hochstein
Boyd and Dody Hopkins
Jason and Susan Hurd
Infinity Medical Aesthetics
Matt ‘00 Jarding
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OVER A LONG CAREER AT O’GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL, MY FAVORITE MEMORIES WOULD BE OF THE SPECIAL RELATIONSHIPS THAT I’VE BEEN ABLE TO GARNER WITH STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. IT IS ALWAYS HEARTWARMING TO CROSS PATHS WITH FORMER STUDENTS AND TO HEAR THEM REMINISCE ABOUT THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES FROM BEING A PART OF THE BISHOP O’GORMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY AND THE PROFOUND IMPACT THAT A CATHOLIC EDUCATION HAS MADE ON THEIR LIVES.
Jane Bradfield, Teacher O’Gorman High School
GIFTS IN HONOR OF...
U=Deceased
Nick Ahrens
Troy and Sara Holt
All Teachers Who Make a Difference
Paul and Kathryn Clinton
Carl and Marietta Soukup
Don and Kate Barnes
Gayland and Bernice Trudeau
Don and Atty Boyd
Don and Coryill Weeg
Jane Bradfield
Troy and Sara Holt
CraigU and Pat Lloyd
Sharon Chontos
Paula Geraets
Nolan Cleary
Shawn and Julie Cleary
Mike and Susan Heineman
John and Ann Henkhaus
Troy and Sara Holt
Fern Crotty
George and Kristen Lund
Linda Davey
Jeffrey and Michelle McElroy
Janey Diedrich
Gary and Kathy Goetzinger
McKenzie Docken
Troy and Mary Jones
Bill Dunn
James Sr. and Laura Barnett
Michael and Gracia Gillespie
Jill Earll
Todd and Karen Boone
Kevin and Daneen Curley
Grace Eisenberg
Xavier Andrade Gonzalez
Nick Engbers
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Patrick Frankman
Michael and Carri Bornitz
Mike and Susan Heineman
Nathan and Audra Stencil
Jim Gednalske
James Sr. and Laura Barnett
Jeff Gordon
Gary and Kathy Goetzinger
Sophia Hermanson
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Patricia Irvine
Don and Janet Fischer
Slaton Jones
Brad and Deb Schiefelbein
Ben Koch
Keith and Anna Gauer
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Lory Kopp
John Stassi
Rochelle Lauret
Michael and Carri Bornitz
John and Ann Henkhaus
Ken Lindemann
David and Julie Elson
Don and Janet Fischer
Kim and Suzanne Gross
Mike and Susan Heineman
Troy and Sara Holt
Samantha Kappenman
Barbara Lockwood
Don and Janet Fischer
St. Lambert SFO
Leo and Rogene Lorang
Don and Janet Fischer
Rick Lynch
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Carly Myers
Mike and Susan Heineman
Lucas Myers
Timothy Campbell
John Nohr
Jeffrey and Michelle McElroy
Beth Odenbach
Michael and Carri Bornitz
John and Ann Henkhaus
Alison Ohayon
Jeffrey and Michelle McElroy
Jack and Sam Pellman
Michelle Porkoney
Fr. Edward Pierce
John Smedsrud
Jayson Poppinga
Michael and Carri Bornitz
Christopher and Jackie Lent
Shannon Poppinga
Christopher and Jackie Lent
Tom Price
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Barb Rance
Don and Janet Fischer
Michelle Shields
Todd and Karen Boone
Kevin and Daneen Curley
Margo Smith
Keith and Toni Halverson
Charlie Solomon
Mike and Susan Heineman
Brian Stai
Troy and Sara Holt
Jody Stork
Ryan and Michelle Hulme
Frenchie and Bernice Trudeau
Don and Kate Barnes
George Anne Weller
Jenipher Vandentop
Teresa Zimmer
George and Kristen Lund
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF...
Throughout the year, Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is the recipient of a number of memorial gifts. Some are made to established funds; others are gifts made because of the recent loss of a loved one. We have listed on these pages the names of contributors in the past fiscal year ending on June 30, 2025. This does not reflect cash memorial gifts made to the families, which are not attributed to a specific donor.
Patricia Akstin U Roderic Navarre
Sharon Andree U
Don and Kate Barnes
Robert Auseth U Class of 1966
Pat Baker U
Thomas Ralph
Dr. Lou and Maggie Barnett U
Michael and Margaret Hooton
Jerry Barnett U
Christopher and Jackie Lent
Curt and Carol Nesbitt
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Monsignor Stephen Barnett U
Jerry and Mary Bunkers
Leonard and Joanne Dankey
Daniel and Jeanne Kangley
Fr. David Krogman
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Margaret Stanton
Tom and Dorothy Barnett U
Curt and Carol Nesbitt
Bart and Joanne Beacom U
Jonah Beacom
Ann Roemen
James and Connie Ross
Charlie and Jeanne Schneider
Daniel Beacom U
Jonah Beacom
Lori Reischl
Charlie and Jeanne Schneider
Barry and Carol Solomon
Mary Becker U
John A. Becker
Jim Beddow U
Brendan and Jana Johnson
Scott Begeman U
Don and Kate Barnes
Jay Bentz U
Thomas and Eileen Donley
Sean Bock U
Pat and Paulette Klein
Faye Boom U
Don and Kate Barnes
Kevin Branick U
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Barry and Carol Solomon
Thomas Breske U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Barry and Carol Solomon
Dorothy Bruggeman U
Maurice Bruggeman
Julie Bruggeman U
Mark and Joli Bruggeman
Vince and Betty Bruggeman U
Jerome and Margaret Bruggeman
Daniel Schwenck
Marilyn Bruning U
John and Nicole Bruning
Sandra Burtness U
Kenneth and Colleen Schuster
Amy Cass U
Don and Kate Barnes
Frank and Barb Rance
Nadine Christensen U
Rusty and Brenda Fiegen
Barbara Cleberg U
David and Lynn Brown
R F Buche
Shane and Angela McKay
Jeff and Maggie Oliver
Aaron and Kimber Severson
Richard and Lisa White
Dale L. Cota U
Lon and Sandy Kouri
Margaret Dalthrop U
Don and Kate Barnes
Patricia DeVaney U Mike DeWitte
Kirby Dougherty U Nick Lumby
Jo and Don Dougherty U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Mary Ann Egan U
Karen Ambrosius
Doug and Becky Basche
John and Katy Billion
Todd and Karen Boone
Don and Marylana Breit
Robert Breit and Melanie Carpenter
Breit Law Offices, P.C.
Joan Cota
Vincent and Patricia DeBates
Deborah and Shelley Diercks
Tim and Katie Dow
Todd Doyle
Dave Egan
Haley Elliott
Bruce and Connie Ferrie
Michael and Sandy Fitzgibbons
Family & Friends of Mary Ann Egan
Dan and Katie Fritz
Larry and Suzanne Gunia
Thomas Heller
Stephen and Anita Hoffmann
Dick and Mary Hublou
Chuck and Barb Hughes
Mary Margaret Jarding
Kathleen Kunkel
Amy Louis
Larry and Dottie Meyer
Michael and Janice O’Connor
Charlotte Peterson
Teresa Pinkert
Marlene Rance
Virginia Schlekeway
Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
Mary Alice Smith
Jane Wick
Carol Engstrom U
Don and Kate Barnes
Mali Farmer U
Lysbeth Wren
Jerry Feldhaus U
Betty Feldhaus
Eileen Finn U
Anonymous
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF CONTINUED...
Sue Ellen Fischer U
Don and Janet Fischer
David J. Fleming U
James Jr. and Barbara Eppel
Kenneth Friesen U
Pat and Paulette Klein
Julie Frigo U
Fred Frigo
Brad Gaede U
Don and Kate Barnes
Edmund and Adeline Garry U
Darrel and Sharon Garry
Lois Gellerman U
Don and Kate Barnes
Helen Goergen U
Don and Kate Barnes
Marie Esther Gordon U
Terry and Pamela Gordon
John “Jack” Griffin U
Class of 1966
John and Phoebe Naughton
John Gross U
Norma Gross
Dr. Allen Haiar U
Deacon Howard and Teresa Cameron
Lori Melemseter
James and Beverly Hanlon U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Bernard and Geneva Hauck U
Judy Hauck
Don Hendricksen U
Allen and Sue Blauwet
Denise Cota
Joan Cota
Janet Hendricksen
Cheryl Underberg
Lisa Walker
Dr. John Hickner U
Valerie (Trudeau) Hickner
Shelia Hoffmann U
Don and Kate Barnes
Julie Cameron
Keel and Patty Coddington
Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
Terry and Pamela Gordon
Greg and Phyllis Heineman
Kevin and Peggy Kirby
Fr. David Krogman
Richard Nelson and Marsha Arndt
Richard and Kathleen Sweetman
Pamela Toemmes
Rudolph J. Hoffman Jr. U
Don and Kate Barnes
Deborah Chelemes
Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
Terry and Pamela Gordon
Christine Hays
Greg and Phyllis Heineman
Kevin and Peggy Kirby
Fr. David Krogman
Richard and Kathleen Sweetman
Pamela Toemmes
Marie Ann Zerschling
Deacon Mike Huntington U
Frank and Barbara Rance
William and Grace Hurley U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Cheryl Ilse U Class of 1966
Shirley Jamison U Family & Friends of Shirley Jamison
James Jarding U
Barry and Carol Solomon
Tim Johnson U
Don and Kate Barnes
Clare Johnson U
Rick and Sheryl Bailey
Bill and Peg Baker
Linda Baker
Don J. Sr. and Marilyn Barnett
James Becker
Joel and Dar Blanchard
Frank and Melissa Bowar
John and Nicole Bruning
Michael and Mary Brzica
Leonard and Joanne Dankey
Sadie Dardis-Knudtson
Kevin and Karen Doyle
Beverly Evavold
Patrick and Janet Flynn
L.P. and B.J. Fossen
Ira and Sheree Frericks
Tom and Donna Haber
Dennis and Pamela Hanneman
Jane Hannestad
Alfred and Linda Hartmann
John and Molly Heisler
Tim and Cheryl Houdek
Jean Huegel
R.D. and J.K. Huewe
Mary Ihli
Lawrence and Carol Johnson
Terry and Dianne Johnson
Curtis and Sally Jorgenson
David and Marilyn Kerssen
Kae Lene and Merle Klinkenborg
Nancy McLaughlin
Marilyn McLeod
William Murry
Michael and Janice O’Connor
Charles Olber and Lori Vikesland Olber
Jason and Stephanie Ollerich
Todd and Patty Pharis - Pizza Ranch
Don and Ann Platt
Mary Powell
Angela Rabon
Jeff and Karen Reiter
L.A. and S.W. Rodgers
David and Carin Rosinsky
Aaron and Kimber Severson
John and Mary Simko
Dawn Stenberg
Janet Studdert
Mark and Kathryn Swanson
Dianna Can Ravenswaay
Angeline Vikesland
Florence Willis
Steven and Ann Willis
Teresa Willis
Matthew and Deborah Witte
Gene Jones Sr. and Audrey Jones U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Gene Jr. and Cynthia Jones
Scott and Lisa Jones
Maguire
Sydney Jones U
Don and Janet Fischer
Dr. James Vincent “Vince” Jones U
Sandra Club
Dr. Orin and Linda Ellwein
Will and Joan Hurley
Fr. David Krogman
Jeffrey and Patricia McCann
J.G. and Kellie Shultz
Christopher Wosje
Barbara Jordan U
Class of 1966
Rita Kane U
Don and Kate Barnes
Nicholas Joseph Kellen III U
Leonard and Joanne Dankey
Clint Knudtson U
Don and Kate Barnes
John L Knudtson U
Duane and Mary Albers
Jeffry and Sherri Alvey
Kathleen Anderson
Beverly Armfield
Don and Kate Barnes
Don J. Sr. and Marilyn Barnett
James Becker
Patrick Beckman
Jean Bhatti
Laurence and Anita Bierman
John and Katy Billion
Brian and Janey Bird
Kendra Childress
Daniel and Sheryce Cook
Margaret Dalthrop
Bernard Dewald
Dennis and Carol Dingman
Sheila Dykstra
Dean and Marla Dziedzic
Donna Flanagan
Family & Friends of John Knudtson
Dan and Kate Fritz
Steve and Kelly Gellerman
Lynn Glancey
Nick and Carol Gusso
Phyllis Harris-Neson
Alfred and Linda Hartmann
Richard and Pam Hilber
Tom and Melissa Howes
Mary Ihli
George and Clare Johnson
Brad and Christine Jones
David and Marilyn Kerssen
Ken Knudtson
Darin and Julie Kolbeck
James and Myra Kolbeck
Fr. David Krogman
Rick and Jeri Krsnak
Kathleen Kunkel
John Lester
Leo and Rogene Lorang
Phil and Lisa Loving
Alayne Meyer
Mary Montoya
M G Mutch
Eileen O’Connor
Alice Parks
Dr. Howard Peterson
Dr. Tom Peterson
R and M Pruitt
David Queal
Angela Rabon
Mary Reiter
Glenn and Colene Ridder
Hon. Susan Sabers
Jim and Maureen Sage
Joe and Sue Salem
Mark and Sue Salter
Mark Scheetz
Ron and Virginia Staebell
T.R. and Natalie Sturm
Jon and Amy Sweeter
Travis and Michelle Thie
Larry and Jan Thury
Jackie Titus
Roger and Michele Weber
Sarah Wetrich
Thomas and Cathy Whalen
Bart and Kari Wiley
Marlin and Beverly Winkelman
Leroy Krage U
Dan and Laurie Donohue
Donald Kramer U
Eric and Ellie Bailey
Brenda Bainbridge
Gloria Jean Burkard
Kevin and Karen Doyle
Mike and Anne Ferrell
Family & Friends of Don Kramer
Gary and Kathy Goetzinger
Dr. Jay and Caryn Kappenman
Howard and Lois Lehmkuhl
Mattlew and Rachel Mueller
Kenneth and Colleen Schuster
Fr. Al Krzyzopolski U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Shawn Kunkel U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Kathleen Kunkel
Viola Larson U
Kathy Gregory
Bailey Lauret U
Curtis Jr. and Lorraine Lauret
Curtis III and Rochelle Lauret
Elery “Skip” Lewis U
Don J. Sr. and Marilyn Barnett
Daniel and Jeanne Kangley
Pat and Paulete Klein
Margaret Stanton
George and Frances Luke U
Anonymous
Tim and Jenny Jeffrey
Ann Marie Teresa Mason U
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Ian Mastel U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Don and Janet Fischer
Ryan Matson U
Duane O’Connell
Frank Maxwell U
Nathan and Mary Dally
Ernestine McFarland U
Julianne Baustian
Steve McLaughlin U
Jean Ahlers
Tony and Stacey Bachman
Barrow Orthodontics, PC
Ken Berger and Molly McCarthy
Todd and Jodi Bierd
John and Katy Billion
Steve and Catherine Billion
Dianne Bottolfson
Connie Bowar
Shelia Bowar
William and Jean Brennan
Michael and Mary Brzica
Jerry and Mary Bunkers
Cimarron Label
Tom and Mary Cink
R. James and Trudy Clifft
Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
Joan Cota
Benita Coughlin
Jim and Sarah DeWitt
Tim Donohue and Christin Koel
Robert and Kara Dougherty
Tim and Kareen Dougherty
Jeff and Hattie Edman
John Erpenbach
Mike and Julie Evans
Adam Fahrendorf
Steve and Robin Farley
Mark and Jeanice Finnegan
Bill and Mary Kay Garry
Gourley Properties
Paul and Pam Gunderson
Brent and Janelle Hanson
Doyle and Donna Hardie
Greg and Jeanne Hassel
John and Molly Heisler
Blake and Marcia Hoffman
Deborah Hoffman
Tim and Jeanne Kappenman
David and Julie Kaser
John Jr. and Cheryl Keena
Perry and Becky Kolb
Terri Kuhl
Jeff and Karen Lyle
Barb Mayer
Michael McLaughlin
Josh and Cindy Miller
Patrick and Laurie Moran
Dan and Judy Norman
Michael and Janice O’Connor
Paul and Ann Olson
Thomas Pillar
Mary Powell
Jeff Rohuback
Robert and Lori Santella
Randi and Mignonne Schwebach
Dave Sendalbach
Terry and Sandy Sharp
Bradley and Kathleen Stuck
Barbara Thill
Bill and Teresa Townsend
Terry and Sherrie True
Dan and Sandra Turgeon
Eric Unzicker
Paul and Sandie Vollan
Robert Wallner
James and Debra Whitcomb
Steve and Julie Wilka
Thomas Wilka
Florence Willis
Joe and Kristen Zueger
Nancy Meinen U
Dan and Kate Fritz
Anne Duerst Merrill U
Jeanne Duerst
Mark Meyer U
Don and Kate Barnes
Delores and Albers Miesen U
Bill and Mary Kay Garry
Kevin and Mary Jo Haselhorst
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF CONTINUED...
John Miller U
Kenneth and Colleen Schuster
Mike Olson U
Don and Kate Barnes
Tammie (Cink) Olson U
Thea Fryer
Margaret Oltmanns U Class of 1966
Kevin Lee Ordalen U
Patricia Ordalen
Lynn Osterberg U
Rev. Rodney and Julane Anderson
Vernon and Bonadel Anderson
Larry and Mary Canfield
R. James and Trudy Clifft
Karyn Cox
Margaret Dalthrop
Dewitte, LLC
Family & Friends of Lynn Osterberg
Bob and Tina Hillman
Curtis and Sally Jorgenson
Larry and Jackie Kasten
Terry and Sherry Kirby
James and Kay Miles
Jim and Carol Oakland
David and Sonja Olfelt
Carol Sabers
Gail Shlanta-Peasley
Ike and Janet Sporrer
Michael and Jani Stanczyk
T.R. and Natalie Sturm
Travis and Michelle Thie
Mary Thoelke
Larry Weiss and Constance Pruner
JP Peters U
Barry and Carol Solomon
Harlan Pietz U
Don and Kate Barnes
Truman James Pins U
Traci Baar
Justin and Andrea Pins
Patti (Bruhn) Ralph U
Thomas Ralph
Connie Roberts U
James Roberts
Rob Rolfing U
Barry and Carol Solomon
Irene Rotert U
Denise Rotert
Nusier Salem U
Duane O’Connell
Kay Widdis
Daniel Schuknecht U
Don and Janet Fischer
Steve Schuknecht U
Pat and Paulette Klein
Steven Schulte U
Michael and Maureen Kayser
Jon and Nancy Schulte
Hugo and Rita Weyrens
Janice “Jan” Schuver U
Don and Kate Barnes
Joel and Nancy Bialas
Ivan Bialas
Randy and Ann Cowan
Mary Dally
Tim and Leisa Davis
Bill and Linda Doyle
Family & Friends of Janice “Jan” Schuver
Comfort Hauck
Arlene Kampshoff
Charles and Judy Kneip
Dan and Betsy Koch
Mick and Lisa Lambert
Kevin and Cindy Olson
James Roberts
Bill and Teresa Townsend
Del and Carleen Waltner
James and Debra Whitcomb
Joe and Kristen Zueger
Renae Seigenthaler U
Don and Kate Barnes
Michael Sieverding U
Don and Janet Fischer
Barry and Carol Solomon
Sr. Jeanette Silvis U
Christy McMillin
Gary Siska U
Dawn Preheim
Rosalie Soukup U
John and Nicole Bruning
James “Jim” Soyer U
Yolanda Soyer
Maasa Spader U
Frank and Barbara Rance
Dennis and Marilyn Sudbeck U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Leroy Tarbox U
Kenneth and Colleen Schuster
Dean and Mary Kay Thie U T-Brothers Logistics
Jack Townsend U
Miles and Lisa Beacom
Patricia Townsend U
Gayle and Jody Carstens
Dennis and Jan Motz
Lori Reischl
Keith and Ann Schaefbauer
Thomas Ulin U Class of 1966
Karla VanNingen U Class of 1966
Gloria Vetter U
Don and Kate Barnes
David Vickers U
Carolyn Hobson
Ruth Vickers
Mark Arthur Viehweg U
John and Katy Billion
Richard and Pam Hilber
Tim and Jeanne Kappenman
Dan and Shelly Rausch
Thomas and Kristin Ripperda
Lisa Viehweg
Ryan Welsh
Joseph Viereck U
Don and Janet Fischer
Jerry and Suzanne Schrier
Dorothy Wehrkamp U
Pat and Paulette Klein
Paul and Karen Larson
Joseph Wenande U
John and Bridget Wenande
Jo White U
Don and Kate Barnes
Kaye Whitmore U
Don and Kate Barnes
Hal Wick U
Mike and Anne Ferrell
Jane Wick
Steven Zimmer U
Pat and Paulette Klein
IN YOUR HANDS, O LORD, WE HUMBLY ENTRUST OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS. IN THIS LIFE YOU EMBRACED THEM WITH YOUR TENDER LOVE; DELIVER THEM NOW FROM EVERY EVIL AND BID THEM ETERNAL REST.
THE OLD ORDER HAS PASSED AWAY: WELCOME THEM INTO PARADISE, WHERE THERE WILL BE NO SORROW, NO WEEPING OR PAIN, BUT FULLNESS OF PEACE AND JOY WITH YOUR SON AND THE HOLY SPIRIT FOREVER AND EVER. Amen.
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