Lasting Legacies Chaminade Julienne High School Honors the Loss of Two Beloved Educators BY KARY ELLEN BERGER
JUDI MACLEOD
Together they gave a combined 35 years of service to Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School (CJ). But Judi MacLeod and Ann Szabo were much more than their work for the school community — they exemplified Catholic faith and were pillars in the Dayton area. Szabo passed away on Sept. 15, and MacLeod on Sept.28. ANN SZABO
Szabo attended Julienne High School and her husband Chaminade High School, both graduating in 1972. The two schools later combined to form Chaminade Julienne, attended by all six of their boys. In 2008, Ann began working in the Alumni and Development office, and was Alumni Relations Coordinator at her passing. She also volunteered as the Freshman Student Council Moderator and supported the school’s Grief Group. More than a staff member, alumna and past parent — Szabo supported students when they needed someone to talk to and was a beacon of hope for many. ANN SZABO
“Both MacLeod and Szabo left everlasting marks at Chaminade Julienne, the Dayton community, and beyond. “ 3 4 | THE CATHOLIC TE LEGRAPH
“Ann had a special place in her heart for some of our CJ students who needed an extra push to motivate them to persevere through challenges,” said Greg Mueller, Principal at Chaminade Julienne. “She helped our students develop grit with a focus on their goals. She was credited by many CJ students for being the reason they made it to graduation day. In short, Ann cared deeply for everyone she met.” Chaminade Julienne President, Dan Meixner, agrees. “She was funny, caring, blunt with love, proud of her family, and a champion of students who needed extra attention or an opportunity to shine.”
