Cardinal Spellman High School

P A S S I O N & 

WEAVING OUR PAST INTO A POWERFUL FUTURE SPRING 2007 

E M B R A C E T H E 

S P I R I T O F S P E L L M A N

Dear Alumni, Parents, and Friends, 

For many, springtime brings glimpses of hope, joy, and new beginnings. While 

our temperamental New England winter was not particularly icy or cold, we 

nevertheless emerge from a monochrome world—where nature’s grayscales 

slowly burst into color. Forsythia’s gold, crocus’ purple, tulips’ pink, and fields 

of green make their presence known. So it is with us. In what ways will we 

make ourselves known this season? What impressions will we stir in the world 

around us, and how will we make a difference? 

In this issue, we have a feature on our gifted Mock Trial team. These intelligent, debate-savvy students must 

think quickly on their feet and assertively make their voices heard. In our recent production of Godspell, our 

talented cast modeled the life and lessons of Jesus’ teaching, as He gently made His voice known. What will 

be your message this season to those around you? How will you make your voice heard? 

We are pleased to announce the addition of five talented new members of our Board of Trustees in this 

issue. They join a group of dedicated professionals who are tasked with the challenge of overseeing the 

acquisition of the school’s property. We, of course, continue our commitment to offer every student the 

best Catholic college-preparatory education possible, and continually seek your prayers and support for 

our success and vision. 

In addition, after completing a vigorous regional search among Catholic and Independent School advancement 

professionals throughout New England, Derek Collamati, formerly of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, 

Rhode Island, began serving as our Director of Advancement on March 1, 2007. Derek brings a wealth of 

experience and energy to this position and we are very pleased to welcome him to the Spellman Family. 

Building upon the legacy of accomplishment achieved by Maryellen during her tenure, he will be a catalyst 

for engaging our loyal alumni, parents, and friends more actively in the life of Cardinal Spellman High 

School as we quickly approach our 50 th Anniversary during the 2008-2009 academic year. While he will have 

plenty to keep him busy, Derek has the good fortune of joining a highly dedicated Advancement Team who 

care passionately about the mission and future of Cardinal Spellman High School! 

May you and your families be inspired by the blessings of springtime around you, and be encouraged to 

embrace life’s changes and dreams as you make your own God-given talents known. 

Please remember that you are always welcome to visit us at Spellman. We look forward to greeting our 

alums as well as our Spellman parents and friends. 

Sequere Deum, 

Sister Thomasine Knowlton, CSJ 

President 

president’s letter 

April 2007

Table of Contents 

Letter from the President ......................................2 

Letter from the Chairman .....................................3 

New Faces at Spellman .......................................4-5 

What’s Happening on the Hill 

Spellman Casts a “Godspell”......................6-7 

Spellman’s Mock Trial ................................8-9 

Poet’s Corner ...................................................10 

Calling all Cooks ............................................10 

Sports News ....................................................11 

Art News ..........................................................11 

Alumni News 

Spotlight on Karen Butler ‘82 ......................12 

Spellman’s Legacy Gala Honorees ....... 13-15 

Focus on the Class of ‘82 ...................... 16-18 

Estate Planning with 

Matthew Albanese, Esq. ‘90 .........................26 

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Cardinal Spellman High School, I am 

pleased to announce the appointment of five new board members. These 

new members, individually and collectively, significantly complement the 

depth and breath of our current Board by providing extensive experience 

and knowledge in the areas of academics, administration, athletics, business, 

finance, law and public policy. 

These additions come at an interesting and compelling point in Spellman’s 

history. Soon our fine school will see a convergence of a number of significant 

events: re-accreditation, our 50 th Anniversary, and the initiation of a master planning process, among other 

things. Your Board will be communicating with you more about this convergence of opportunities very soon. 

However, rest assured that the Board of Trustees is determined to assure the continued accomplishment of 

Spellman’s Mission, by serving our community with 21 st century programs, resources and facilities. 

For the Board of Trustees, 

Barry C. Cosgrove, 

Chairman 

Class Notes ....................................................... 19-23 

In Memoriam .........................................................23 

Legacy Gala and Auction .....................................24 

Spellman Golf Classic ...........................................25 

Homecoming Weekend .......................................27 

Spellman Spring Show ..........................................27 

Save the Date ..........................................................28 

Editorial Staff 

Introduction from the Chairman 

Sr. Thomasine Knowlton, CSJ President 

Sandra Churchill ‘85, Communications Manager 

Derek Collamati, Director of Advancement 

Heidi (Bessette) Garcia ‘97, Alumni Director 

Jane Westerlund ‘63, Database Manager 

Susan Ashton ‘73, Alumni Assistant 

Layout & Design by Jennifer Z-Dolbashian, jzDesignz 

Tradition Magazine is published for the alumni, parents and friends of Cardinal Spellman High School. Address changes should 

be sent to: The Office of Advancement, Cardinal Spellman High School, 738 Court Street, Brockton, MA 02302-2898 • (508) 584-3004 

• email: jwesterlund@spellman.pvt.k12.ma.us • www.spellman.com 

Barry C. Cosgrove 

3

4 

New Members of the Board of Trustees • Cardinal Spellman High School 

John F. Bailey 

A lifelong resident of nearby Abington, Jack graduated from Spellman in 1964 and since 

that time has been a loyal and supportive alum who could be counted on to lend a 

helping hand whatever the need. Known locally as the “mayor” of the small town of 

Abington, Jack has been very active in the community. The proprietor of Eddie Bailey’s 

Garage in Abington, Jack is well known for his successful work as Chairman of the very 

famous Abington Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. In that capacity, he not only presides over monthly organizational 

meetings, but in addition, directs publicity, secures grants, organizes fundraising events and contracts the 

various marching groups – all to ensure an extremely popular and highly successful annual event. 

Jack is married to Kathy, and their three children—Amy, Kenneth and Timothy—are all Spellman graduates. 

He is an active member of the Abington Knights of Columbus and the Saint Vincent DePaul Society and 

served for many years as President of the Abington Music Parent Organization. 

Francis X. Dillon 

Fran is a senior fundraising executive with more than twenty years of proven success 

in planning and implementing comprehensive campaigns, soliciting major gifts, 

coordinating board development and management, and mentoring and evaluating 

advancement professionals. Fran has been closely affiliated with Stonehill College 

since 1974. Currently serving as Stonehill’s Vice President for Advancement, Fran has 

served that institution in many leadership roles. 

In addition to his stellar and long term contributions to Stonehill, Fran has been actively involved in many 

community endeavors including the Metro South Chamber of Commerce, the United Way of Greater 

Plymouth County and Caritas Good Samaritan Health Care System. He is currently Vice Chairman of 

the Board of United Way of Greater Plymouth County and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Caritas 

Good Samaritan Health Care System. In addition, Fran has received many honors over the years for his 

outstanding service to Stonehill College, the Stonehill College Alumni Council, the Caritas Good Samaritan 

Medical Center and the Metro South Chamber of Commerce. 

Geradine Mahoney 

University (Finance and Administration). 

new faces at spellman 

A native of Abington and an outstanding Spellman alum from the Class of 1984, 

Geradine Mahoney continued her education at Bentley College where she earned a B.S. 

degree in Accountancy. Geradine began her professional career as a staff accountant 

for Deloitte & Touche and later became budget manager for Beth Israel Deaconess 

Medical Center. She currently serves as Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Harvard 

Geradine brings to Spellman significant Board experience particularly with the Medical Area Federal Credit 

Union where she has been Board Director since 1999. For that group she has served as Chair of the Supervisory 

Committee and of the Investment Committee. In addition she enjoys membership on the Budget and Planning 

Committee and the Board Appointed Compliance Review Committee.

new faces at spellman 

A member of the Cardinal Spellman High School Athletic Hall of Fame, Geradine has devoted much time 

and energy as a Coach and Volunteer to the Abington Softball League and has served as Vice President 

of that group. 

John F. McEwan 

A member of Spellman’s Class of 1966, after graduation John continued his education at 

Oblate College and earned a B.A. degree from Stonehill College, an M. Ed. in Guidance 

from Bridgewater State College, a C.A.G.S. in Administration from Bridgewater and an 

Ed.D. Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Massachusetts. 

John has had a long and illustrious career in education. Since 2001, he has been the 

respected and well loved Superintendent of Schools for the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District. Prior 

to that he was Headmaster of Dover-Sherborn Regional High School, and he served at Silver Lake Regional 

High School from 1977 until 2000 progressing from Teacher, to Assistant Principal, to Housemaster and finally, 

from 1991-2000 as Principal. 

During his impressive career he has been actively involved on many boards and has received many honors for 

his dedicated professional accomplishments. He brings to our Spellman Board of Trustees his experience on 

both the Legislative and the Executive Boards of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, the 

Executive Board for the Massachusetts Secondary School Administrative Association, the Trapp Family Lodge 

Board of Directors and the Evanswood Board of Directors. 

John T. Yunits Jr., Esq 

A resident of Brockton, Jack Yunits will officially be one of our Board members 

after his daughter graduates in May. Jack brings to our Board a vast amount of 

experience both as a lawyer, a mediator/arbitrator and as the former mayor of our 

City of Champions. Jack and his wife, Lees’ two daughters, Casey ‘00 and Mairi ’07 

are Spellman alums. 

Jack’s educational journey began at Boston College High School and continued at the Heights where he 

earned an A.B. degree in Economics and Philosophy. He went on to New England School of Law where he 

earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and was admitted to practice law the same year. Jack enjoyed a 

very successful career as an Attorney at Law/Trial Attorney. 

In 1996, he was elected Mayor of the City of Brockton, a position which he held for ten years. During that 

decade, under Jack’s capable and energetic leadership, the city began a period of remarkable growth and 

transformation. 

Among the many appointments and honors that Jack has held in recent years are: President, Brockton 

Boys & Girls Club; Board of Directors, 21st School 

High Spellman Cardinal • Trustees of Board the of 

Century Corp.; President, Massachusetts Mayors Association; 

Chairman, United Way Campaign; Board of Directors, Fuller Museum of Art; Chairman, Clean Water Members 

Council; Member, Governor’s Brownfields Committee. In addition, he has received awards from the 

Brockton Historical Society, the Mainspring Coalition for the Homeless, New England School of Law, 

Stonehill College, and B.C. High. New 

5

6 

Spellman Casts 

A “Godspell” 

Over Standing 

Room Only 

Audiences 

After wowing audiences with Broadway-worthy performances in 

Les Miserables last year, Cardinal Spellman’s Drama Department 

had a tough road to follow—and the team sought to pave new 

pathways with its production of “ Godspell”. 

The play rose from book writer/lyricist John-Michael Tebelak, 

who sought to author his master’s thesis project back in 1971, and 

he fixed his sites on a musical presentation of the Gospel of St. 

Matthew. Ideal for Easter season, the show depicts the teachings 

of Jesus, backdropped by ‘60s-style flower children, spirited music, and a focus on community. 

The performance opened with such philosophers as Socrates (Catherine Hawes), whose clear, powerful 

voice reflected sentiments of a simpler time, while Aquinas’ (Charlotte Murray) staccato-delivery and 

Luther’s (Joshua Potcner) mellow tenor complemented the delivery. 

Nietschze’s (Stephen Fortin) deep voice complemented 

Sartre’s (Katelyn Kazlauskas) clear commentary of 

“I seem to be a verb…” as the black-clad philosophers 

shortly closed the first scene. The scene changed to 

“Tower of Babble”—where a cacophony of discontent 

was evident as the actors crooned their own parts amid 

a funky backdrop. Thomas Aleo, in the role of John the 

Baptist, vocalized a peaceful tenor as he sang “Prepare 

Ye the Way of the Lord” amid the tie-dyed frenzy of the 

full-cast party atmosphere. 

what’s happening on the hill 

Paul Whelan, in the role of Jesus, offered a refreshing 

image of peace and serenity in his white robe, as he 

crooned “Save the People” and delivered messages of 

inspiration, comfort, and hope to his avid listeners. His 

pristine attire and calm voice resembled Henry Fonda’s 

good-guy character in “Twelve Angry Men”, and the image was a stunning contrast among a costume 

rainbow of tees, headbands, jeans, flower patches, peace signs and beads. He conveyed Jesus’ teaching about 

those who keep God’s law having the highest place in the Kingdom of Heaven and cautioned those about fair 

treatment of others. “He who abuses his brother must answer for it in the courts but he who sneers at this 

brother will end up in the fires of hell,” noted Whelan of Jesus’ lessons. “If someone slaps you on the right 

cheek, turn and offer him your left cheek,” he continued. “When you do an act of kindness, don’t let your 

right hand know what your left hand is doing…your good deed must be done in secret.” 

Maureen Azor, in the role of Robin, delivered a clear and convincing rendition of “Day By Day” in a face-to- 

face stage prayer with Jesus. The lyrics continue to be a timeless plea of God’s guidance and companionship: 

“Day by day, oh, dear Lord, these things I pray… to see thee more clearly, love thee more dearly, follow thee 

more nearly… day by day.” The Samaritan scene offered some humor with the “beast” played for comedy by

a tired student, and Leeann Venuti’s rendition of “Learn Your 

Lessons Well” (in the role of Gilmer) was a spunky reminder 

for everyone in attendance to sit up and pay attention to the 

timeless lessons of Biblical origin. 

Barbara Pierre (in the role of Joanne), was fabulous, clad in lime 

with a princess crown, as she crooned “O, Bless the Lord, My 

Soul”. She moved like liquid silver, one motion melting into 

the next, all the while sustaining a winning smile. “Light of the 

World” featured glorious ensemble sound and great energy, 

with larger-than-life dance steps. Like fitness-meets-theatre, 

the energy of gym class and dance filled the auditorium in a sea 

of turquoise, orange, neon swirls, and stripes. The strong male 

voices and well-blended sopranos filled the auditorium with 

lively praise alongside fabulous electric guitar accompaniment. 

“All Good Gifts” (sung by Christopher Grant in the role of Lama) was performed with strength and intensity, 

as he was encircled by avid listeners cast as the special ensemble. Sonia (Eilse Pierre-Louis) performed a 

jazzy rendition of “Turn Back, O Man” in her sequins and boa, and drew the audience into her spell. 

Throughout the performance, Whelan’s portrayal of Jesus was poised and graceful, even amid the top hat 

fun and humor of the song “All For the Best”. Local-humor jokes about the rich man storing up Christo’s 

pizza and Mrs.Gangell’s cookies in bins added to the Spellman flavor of the show, and drew many chuckles 

from the audience. From the philosophical opening and the aisle-filled choral numbers to the scenes of 

Jesus’ teaching and His heartbreaking crucifixion, Spellman’s “Godspell” stayed true to the heart of the show 

with special touches of humor and charm. Truly a treat for the Easter season, the performance held themes 

of community-building, Christ’s universal love, and the hope that renews each of us on life’s journey. 

Clockwise from left: 

Jesus, played by Paul Whelan ‘08, 

proclaims: “Rejoice and be exceedingly 

glad!” 

Meghan Damore ‘07, as Fr. Abraham, 

and supporting cast show Lazarus no 

mercy. 

As Joanne, Barbara Pierre ‘07, unlike 

the “Good Samaritan,” pokes at the 

meak and downtrodden. 

~ Reviewed by Sandra Churchill ‘85 


7

8 


Spellman’s Mock Trial Teaches Students 

to Think on Their Feet and Take a Stand 

Lightning-fast thinking and stellar debate tactics are the makings of a solid mock trial team and Spellman is a rising 

star among statewide contenders for the championship title. Still in its relative infancy, the team was born just 

five years ago, under the direction of History Department Chair, Alex Kuznezov. “The greatest challenge for our 

students is to be able to hold their own and excel,” said Kuznezov. “It shows that our students are not only as smart 

as the others they’re competing against, statewide, but are better able to perform and achieve academically.” 

“The greatest 

challenge for our 

students is to be able 

to hold their own 

and excel... It shows 

that our students are 

not only as smart,... 

but are better able 

to perform and 

achieve academically.” 

“We meet the challenge of competing with 

excellent students in the state and our record 

speaks for itself,” said Kuznezov of Spellman’s 

five-year win/loss record of 18/5. Its league 

competition featured a 14/1 record, prior to 

play-off trials. 

Essentially, the Massachusetts Bar Association 

sets up competitions and state-wide tournaments, 

featuring cases assigned to the team for court 

argument in front of actual judges. In the proposed 

case, students receive a 150-page manual to study 

and choose parts for witnesses and other key 

players in the trial. According to Kuznezov, a key 

case dealt with underage drinking by a high school 

student at a college party. Each side was tasked 

with convincing the other about the fault issues 

associated with a DUI charge, but manslaughter 

complicated the issues when a pedestrian was 

killed by the drunk driver. In addition, the students 

had to evaluate the legality of the administered 

sobriety test. He explained that in the state playoffs, a flip of a coin decides whether your team is arguing 

for the defense or the prosecution. According to Alex, “This type of spur-of-the-moment debating does 

not work for the intense planner type of personality… you have a mere half hour to prepare your case after 

receiving the news! You’re really thinking on your feet; it’s a great skill that can be applied in any class.” 

Open to all students, about 50 students each school year compete for a much-coveted slot on the team. 

Prospective team members are given a topic they have to debate. After one minute of uninterrupted prep 

time, the coach “butts in and argues” the respective issue on the opposing side. “Then we (Kuznezov and 

two other students) go three on one and try to back that candidate into a corner.” 

“I feel that our youngsters are very prepared, legally and in their presentation. But, sometimes you do 

everything right and it just doesn’t go your way,” commented Kuznezov of the legal and life lesson.


Above: Spellman’s Mock Trial team recently finished its fifth season with a record of 3-0, before bowing out 

in the playoffs. Its 2007 team included Hannah Hazlett, Nicole Latini, Lauren Kreitman, Erin Flanagan, 

Douglas Boyd, Bonie Rosario, Kevin Kourafas, Scott McNeil, Leigh Wilmot, Ashley McElveny, Gina 

DiFederico, Paige Hanlon, and Mark Crespi. 

Below: Hannah Hazlett ‘08 and Lauren Kreitman ‘08 preparing their statement. 

The faculty advisor reported that it’s exciting 

“being on the sidelines and watching your future 

grow.” The challenge as faculty advisor is “to 

watch them mature and grow,” said Kuznezov. 

“Many serve on the team three or four years; 

some are shy and meek in the beginning and 

then become leaders in the community,” he 

added. “Their confidence in speaking grows.” 

For example, there is Guy Edouard ’05 who 

is currently at Harvard. “It was great to 

watch him grow from a shy teenager to 

a confident young man.” “Our witnesses 

are excellent,” said Kuznezov; “they know 

everything about their affidavit, even where a 

comma is,” he added. One judge commended 

a former member for being such a credible 

witness and praised his Hollywood-worthy 

acting performance in the respective trial role. 

9

10 

Poet’s 

Corner 

A Beastly Cougar 

An “ABC” Poem 

A beastly cougar 

Determined, educated fighter 

Good habitat, ingenious 

Jumping, killing, landing mildly 

Nibbling on prey 

Quick, rowdy, sprinting 

Tough until very woozy 

X-treme, young 

Zoo 

~ Caitlin Martell ‘10 


Baseball Days 

Crisp white forms 

Take their ready stance 

On an expectant green field 

Sunbright glare kisses scores of cap brims 

As bubblegum blends with popcorn, 

Nuts, and franks 

Scenting the park. 

Summer kids cling to lucky mitts 

With each crack of the bat 

Scores flicker and change 

Testing loyal fans. 

Music blares 

And announcers soothe the crowd 

In rhythmic calm 

Their voices rising now and then 

To the thrill of the game. 

~ Sandra L. Churchill ‘85 

Heavenly Host 

Silver-gold moon disc rises to its peak 

Amid the cobalt skies of early spring, 

Glorious as the Heavenly Host 

Peering through the laced, 

Bare tree-limbs of early April. 

Wind-whispers stir life into infant buds 

While earth breathes gently, 

Thawing from the raw, brittle loneliness 

Of winter. 

Promise of lilacs lingers on the breeze, and 

Grand Communion presides— 

Guiding, nourishing, urging us to remember 

His life 

His death 

His love… 

~ Sandra L. Churchill ‘85 

Calling All Cooks... 

by Peg DiFazio, Guidance Department 

Lemon Pound Cake 

Ingredients 

2 sticks butter 

3C sugar 

5 eggs 

3C flour 

1/2 tsp. baking powder 

1C milk 

3T lemon extract 

• Cream the butter and sugar, beating very well and 

then some, then add eggs and beat some more. 

• Combine flour, baking powder, and lemon extract in 

one bowl, then alternate pouring the flour mix and the 

milk into a second bowl. 

• Mix well, but do not over mix. 

• Pour batter into a greased Bundt pan and place in a 

cold over. 

• Bake @ 325 degrees (cold oven) for 1 and 1/2 hours 

• Mix 1C powdered sugar, 4T lemon extract and zest of 

1 lemon together and apply to the bake. Enjoy! 

GarLIC ShrImP 

Ingredients 

1 lb shrimp 

1/2 cup breadcrumbs 

3T parsley 

1 tsp lemon rind 

1/4 tsp salt 

3 garlic cloves minced 

2T lemon juice 

4 tsp olive oil 

• Mix all ingredients and sprinkle over the 

shrimp. 

• Bake @ 350 for 13 minutes and serve over 

cooked spaghetti. 

If you have any recipes that you 

would like to share with your fellow 

alumni, please contact the Office 

of Advancement.

Th e Spellman girls’ basketball team fi nished the regular season with 

a record of 20 wins and 2 losses, landing the title as Catholic Central 

League Co-Champions. In post season play, the Lady Cardinals advanced 

to the South Section Semi Finals and suff ered a heart-breaking loss to 

Archbishop Williams, a team whom we had defeated twice during the 

regular season. Archies went on to win the State Division Th ree Finals. 

Sports News 

Th e boys’ basketball team struggled a bit this season, but fi nished with a 

record of 9 wins and 13 losses. 


Th e co-ed swim team closed its winter season with a 6-3 record, while 

the track team fi nished the season with 2 wins and 4 losses. 

Top Right: Carolyn Swanson ‘07 takes a contested jump shot as Cori O’Kane 

‘08 gets in position to rebound 

Bottom Right: Rachide Poteau ‘10 practices her crawl drill at Massasoit 

Community College. 

Art Department Director Mark Lynott reported that Spellman juniors 

Kelly Callahan and Renee Caouette received Honorable Mention for 

their artwork submitted to the Boston Globe Scholastic Art Awards 

2007. Th eir work was on display Sunday, February 11th, at 12 noon at the 

John Hancock Hall in Boston. 

Kelly Callahan,pictured left, commented “I’m proud of myself for receiving 

Honorable Mention in my very fi rst art competition. Photography is a 

hobby that I really enjoy and would like to go to school for.” 

Art News 

“It was exciting news as it was also my fi rst competition and my fi rst time 

receiving recognition for my art,” stated Renee Caouette, pictured below. 

11

12 

Karen Butler ’82 Helps Build Confidence 

by Launching Outdoor Adventures 

Karen and Tom accepting the “Heroes Among 

Us” Award during a Boston Celtics vs. Detroit 

Pistons game for their dedicated service and 

work with the disabled community. 

Beauty and vision were the gems of adversity for Spellman 

alumna Karen Butler ’82, who co-founded Butlee’s 

Handicap Outdoor Adventures in 2001 with her husband, 

Tom Lee. “It was our dream to be able to make adventures 

available to the disabled who would otherwise have no 

access to enjoy them,” stated Butler on the couple’s web 

site. “Too often the people with disabilities can only get to 

enjoy the great outdoors from the indoors…our mission 

is to change that!” 

The idea for the venture bloomed from Karen’s multiple 

sclerosis, which she was diagnosed only a few months after 

high school graduation. According to Butler, she became 

wheel-chair bound in 1997. While Tom enjoys outdoor 

activities such as hunting, camping, fishing, and Nascar 

races, his experience in the EMS field, and wheelchair car 

driver brought him in contact with many home-bound 

people who could only dream of experiencing such 

activities. In addition to wanting to share these adventures with his wife, he was touched by the needs of 

those patients whose disabilities prevented them from participating in many outdoor excursions. 

“He said, ‘we gotta get them out Karen’—that’s how the idea came about for Butlee,” explained Karen. “He 

adapted my wheelchair for fishing because I only have use of one arm,” explained Karen, who commented 

that her husband’s efforts grew to accommodate many disabled men and women on their racing and 

fishing jaunts, which even included rock-climbing. The team is cognizant of the uphill battle faced by 

those living with disabilities, among which is mobility—to walk, drive, or maneuver a wheelchair. “My 

favorite part is when people say ‘what do you mean you go rock climbing?’ and then they say ‘if she can do 

that, I can do that’,” noted Karen. She tells any doubters that if they feel they cannot do the climbing they 

can still rappel and be part of the adventure. 

The Butler team positions Butlee to focus on “abilities, not disabilities” and assists people in realizing 

their dreams. Karen explained that the couple just recently decided to downsize their efforts a bit, due to 

troubles with managing the project. “We’ll still be doing it, but in a smaller way,” explained Butler, “just 

not 10 people camping… it’s too much for me.” 

“I worked for Options for ten years as a skills trainer for the disabled, helping people manage their personal 

care attendant program,” explained Karen. She and her husband will continue to take two or three guests 

at a time on their fishing derby trips and racing excursion because, according to Karen, there’s nothing 

better than hearing “Wow, I did it”. 

alumni news

Becky Thomas 

alumni news 

To Be Honored at Spellman’s Legacy Gala Auction 

Wife of Dr. E. Michael Thomas, Jr. and proud mother of Bridget ‘00, 

Brendan ’01, and Brady ’07, Becky is a perpetual Spellman volunteer. She 

credits her experience as a veteran volunteer from St. Bridget’s Elementary School in 

Abington for drawing her into the same role at Spellman. In the spring of 1996 (the 

year prior to Bridget entering her freshman year), Becky was persuaded to take over a 

Spellman intramural basketball program. Anyone that wanted to play was welcome and 

there were six teams involved. Every Wednesday evening they would come to the gym 

to have fun playing against their friends. Becky admired the devotion and effort these 

friends showed for each other and she was most impressed by the respect they gave her. 

It was three hours of fun and stats every Wednesday! What a great way to begin her 

Spellman career. 

In September of 1996 the real fun started when Bridget entered ninth grade, and Becky 

swiftly became a permanent fixture as a volunteer in the Advancement Office. She 

worked the calendar drive, the ad drive for the musical and assisted in countless other Advancement-related 

projects. Always eager to give assistance wherever and whenever needed, Becky also helped Roseanne in the 

school kitchen for many school-related events. 

One of Becky’s favorite volunteer spots was the Nurse’s office where she volunteered one day a week. She 

particularly loved interacting directly with the students and got to know many of them quite well . These young 

Robert (Bob) and Emily Dillis 

people amazed her with their diverse personalities. The one commonality she noted 

was their respect for their peers and the adults around them. 

Over the years, Becky has co-chaired the Parent Connection, organized and helped 

staff the concession stands at the athletic contests, chaired an auction and a fashion 

show, organized fundraisers and assisted with the Admissions Office projects. Every 

September found Becky “manning” the grills for the freshman welcome cook-out. 

Only once during the past years did they really have to coax her to volunteer – as 

a speaker before a full house in the auditorium! But through it all, she wouldn’t 

change a thing. “I could never have accomplished most of what I have done without 

the support of my wonderful family and many good people,” noted Becky, “but 

more important are the many wonderful friendships I have forged throughout the 

years volunteering with others in the Spellman community.” 

“All because two people fell in love” is the signature phrase of the Dillis 

legacy. Both Robert and Emily were born in Boston in 1930 as children of 

Lithuanian immigrants. Hardships of growing up during the Depression prepared them well for the future and 

for raising their own large family of 16 children. Bob’s father died when he was four and because his mother had 

to work, he was allowed to start school a year earlier than usual. Emily’s mother died when she was fourteen. She 

became a surrogate mother to her younger sister and housekeeper for her father and two older brothers. This 

responsibility later kept her from her life’s ambition of going to nursing school and becoming a nurse. However, 

in retrospect, raising their large family would certainly qualify her as an experienced Pediatric Nurse. 

13

14 

Their predestined paths crossed at South Boston High School, where they met in French class and became 

“high school sweethearts”. They recently celebrated a very special occasion, the sixtieth anniversary of their first 

date. They were married in 1952 while Bob was serving in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After his 

honorable discharge from active duty, Bob found work in the infant computer industry as a wireman. Additional 

education and training would be necessary so Bob enrolled at Northeastern University. Ten years of night school 

earned him an Associate Degree in Engineering, a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and a Master’s in 

Business Administration. He was inducted into Northeastern University’s honor fraternity, Sigma Epsilon Rho. 

Along with his college work and job experience, Bob held a number of significant positions in manufacturing 

and engineering, and was ultimately promoted to Senior Principal Engineer. To supplement the family income, 

Bob held a second job at Jordan Marsh (later Macy’s) and Emily worked for a time as the “dessert lady” in 

Spellman’s cafeteria. 

Both have done volunteer work at St. Casimir, their home parish, at Spellman, and for the Sisters of Jesus Crucified. 

Emily is a past Prefect of the Ladies Sodality; Bob is a past President of the Holy Name 

Society and is the secretary of the parish Saint Vincent DePaul Society. Bob continues as 

a lector at the Lithuanian Masses. all 16 of their children graduated from Spellman, 

and their legacy continues now that one grandson is enrolled at Spellman. 

Thomas P. Kennedy ‘69 

alumni news 


Thomas P. Kennedy (D-Brockton), son of Mary Cruise 

Kennedy, has been a State Representative from the 9 th 

Plymouth District in Brockton since 1983. He currently serves as a member of the 

House Ways & Means Committee, as the Vice Chairman of the House Committee on 

Personnel and Administration, and as a member of the House Committee on Steering, 

Policy and Scheduling. During his legislative career, Rep. Kennedy has been assigned 

to several leadership positions, including Vice-Chairman of the House Ways Means 

Committee and Chairman of the House Post Audit and Oversight Committee. 

For all his work in the area of home health care, childcare, and elderly issues, Rep. Kennedy has received 

“National Legislator of the Year” honors from the National Association of Home Health and Hospice Care, and 

“State Legislator of the Year” honors from the Massachusetts Home and Health Association, the Massachusetts 

Visiting Nurses Association, and the Massachusetts Federation of Nursing Homes. In addition, he has received 

several citations from the Massachusetts Childcare Community, the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, 

and the Coalition for the Rights of the Disabled for his strong support of quality of life issues. 

Following graduation from Cardinal Spellman High School in 1969, Rep Kennedy began pursuing studies for 

the Priesthood at the Our Lady of Hope Seminary in New York. While there, he incurred a serious injury, 

leaving him a quadriplegic. Rep. Kennedy has certainly overcome major obstacles, yet graduated cum laude from 

Stonehill College with a Bachelor’s degree in History; he also holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration 

from Harvard University. 

Rep. Kennedy currently serves on the Board of Directors at the New England Board of Higher Education, the 

Fuller Craft Museum, and the New England Sinai Hospital. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus and 

is an honorary member of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. His interests include travel, music, and history.

Peter Ambrose 

alumni news 


In 1959, Peter J. Ambrose arrived at a one year-old school high on a hill among 

the trees of the East side of Brockton—that school was Cardinal Spellman 

High School. A recent college graduate of St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia, Peter 

began his career when then Principal, Sister Vera, CSJ hired him as a teacher and a coach. He 

was the first lay person on the faculty of Spellman. As a young teacher-coach he dreamed of 

having athletic fields for the Spellman campus and shared these dreams with Father Jim Coyle, 

Spellman’s chaplain. Together they garnered the support of administration and the community 

to construct Potvin Field, the site of Spellman’s first home football game in 1968. This would 

not have been possible without the blessing of the Principal, Sister Claire Browne, CSJ, along 

with the determined efforts of the late Ed Amaral ’62 and a host of others, Pete proved not only 

to be a man of vision but also one of commitment and dedication. He knew the importance of 

a home field to school spirit. This field is now the site for soccer and softball games as well as football. 

Other improvements came at a steady rate. An access road appeared one Saturday afternoon; a flag pole was 

raised; a score board lit up an October night; a well was drilled for irrigation. Perhaps the most significant 

transformation took place in the 1990s. After three years of felling trees and hauling “fill” plus many hours of 

landscaping, a new baseball/soccer field became a reality. This field, the Peter J. Ambrose Field, was dedicated 

on May 28, 1994. 

The late robert F. kennedy said during his 1968 presidential campaign... 

“ There are those who look at things the way 

they are, and ask, why. I dream of things 

that never were, and ask why not?” 

~Peter J. ambrose is the embodiment of this quote. he is a Spellman legacy. 

Peter Ambrose has accomplished much during his 48-year tenure at CSHS. He has been a teacher, coach, 

department head, athletic director and dean of students at the school. He received his Master’s Degree in 1967 

and has accumulated many more post graduate credits. He is a member of four Halls of Fame, including the 

Cardinal Spellman Athletic Hall of Fame (’85), Massachusetts Baseball Coaches (’86), Massachusetts High School 

Football Coaches (’96), and St. Francis Xavier University Hall of Fame (’04). He was the Brockton Enterprise 

Man of the Year (‘82), and was featured on NBC in June of ’04. His teams have won numerous championships. 

All of this complements his role as a loving son, brother, husband, and father of five wonderful children. 

The milestones keep on coming. He recorded his 800 th coaching victory in baseball and football, and is on target 

to become the third high school baseball coach in Massachusetts history to win 600 baseball games. For Pete 

Ambrose, coaching was more than winning and losing. He states: “It’s the kids, I remember, not the scores. Kids 

like Peter Doody, Earl Strong, John Kearney, Brian Feeney, Bucky Butkevich and Dennis Doble”. He has maintained 

close relationships with many former players such as Clint Allen (‘62) and Mike Molinario (’69). In addition, Peter 

has coached many father/son athletes. The names roll off his tongue: “the Nickleys, the Kellys, the Creedons, the 

Hinkleys…”. This spring he will be coaching two of his grandsons, Matthew Briggs and Eric Beltran. 

15

16 

The Class of 1982 is Preparing to Celebrate Their 25th Reunion... 

After graduating from Babson College in 1986 with a 

dual degree in Marketing and American Studies, Geoff 

Spillane embarked upon a career in high technology 

public relations and marketing communications. After 

more than a decade of working at PR agencies, he made 

the move to in-house corporate PR counsel. First stop was 

Hyannis, MA-based Taqua Systems where Geoff served 

as Director of Marketing. He has been lucky enough 

to live on Cape Cod (Mashpee) since and is currently 

serving as Director of Corporate Communications at 

Cantata Technology in Hyannis. He recently had the 

opportunity to visit Spellman on scholarship night, 

where Geoff presented an award to a deserving student 

on behalf of his sister, Mona Spillane Zander. According 

to him, “Th e school looked terrifi c, and it was great to 

return, albeit for a few hours.” 

mary altieri nardone has been happily married for 

17 years to John. Th ey have four lively boys and a 100pound 

labradoodle named Jeter, (yes, they are a Yankee 

home). Mary writes that “I happily left my marketing 

career 11 years ago, after the birth of my fi rst son, Jake. 

In a few months, I will be sending my fourth son, Alex, 

to kindergarten. So I recently re-joined the work force, 

part-time as an independent executive recruiter.” 

“Although it may seem like my main “hobby” is 

chauff euring children to sports practices, I enjoy 

photography and have recently taught myself to do 

video production. And I spend many hours at my boys’ 

schools lending a hand in various PTA committees.” A 

fond memory, Mary replied: “So many to list, but when 

I look back at my high school years, the school musicals 

are always what make me smile. After-school practices, 

cast parties at Christo’s, goofi ng off in the 

café waiting to go on-stage…” 

Julie Carriere is single and an early 

childhood teacher with Whitman Hanson 

Regional Schools. Her hobbies include short 

track speed-skating, writing children’s books, 

Ireland and Europe travel, Red Sox; and being 

the favorite auntie. According to Julie, her fond 

memory is “pitching during softball practice 

and hitting coach in leg…denying the whole 

thing and laughing ‘till I fell down, (got away 

with it too!)” She would like everyone to know 

that she is a member of the Communion and 

Liberation Movement and proclaims, “I have 

way too many nieces and nephews!” 

megan mcCormick was married in 2005 

and is living in a wonderful neighborhood in 

Jamaica Plain. She is a union carpenter and 

has worked many jobs in the city of Boston 

including the Big Dig for two years. Her 

hobbies include biking on the trails on the 

Cape and sailing. Her years at Spellman were 

wonderful, especially the sports—basketball 

and softball. 

kim (kailher) Sutherland and her husband 

Mark will celebrate their 15 th anniversary on 

Oct. 4, 2007. Th ey are the proud parents of 

two children; Jon Erik is 11 and Alexandra 

is 2. She is currently the team leader for

Here’s a Glimpse at the Class as They Approach This Milestone 

commercial insurances Blue Cross/Blue 

Shield for ACA Healthcare in Brockton. 

Kim writes: “Hobbies: sleep!!! Did I mention 

the 2 year-old?” Her favorite memory is of 

Tad Kulbis and Mike Hayes wearing girls’ 

uniforms doing a skit at the freshman/senior 

spaghetti supper. According to her, “I love 

to brag about my kids! Looking forward 

to seeing everyone’ especially those who 

weren’t able to make the last one.” 

debbie Palaza mcdonough is married 

with three children, a boy Kyle, age 12 and 

two girls, Kendall 10 and Riley 6. 

kathleen malloy Golden is married to 

Christopher Golden and is the director 

of marketing and public relations for the 

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Boston. 

She enjoys traveling and her fond memories of 

Spellman include spring musicals, basketball 

games, school dances with live bands and 

laughing with her friends. 

Jeremie a. doucette writes that he is still 

single and his family these days consists 

of two Jack Russell Terriers; Beau (5 years 

old) and Bella (6 months old). Presently, 

he is employed by a company in Waltham, 

MA called Commonwealth Financial 

Network, which is the second largest private 

brokerage in the country. He works in the 

Technology Business Systems department 

as the Risk Manager. In his spare time he 

enjoys cooking and is passionate about 

digital photography. Jeremie loves to travel and enjoys 

playing tour guide when his friends visit from all around 

the country. According to him, “When I look back on 

my times at Spellman I have many fond memories. I was 

fortunate to meet some wonderful people who brought a 

lot of joy into my life.” 

ellen kenney Cadigan lives in Halifax with her husband 

Brian and their 2 daughters, Christina 12 & Kayla 10. 

Currently, she works for Boston Financial in Quincy as 

a Mutual Funds Account Specialist. According to her, 

“I have many fond memories of Spellman so it is hard 

to pick one. I would simply say the Spellman spirit and 

the closeness of the Spellman family. I formed wonderful 

friendships which still exist today. I look forward to 

seeing everyone in September.” 

Larry tantillo has been married since 1991 to Jennifer 

and they have fi ve year old triplet boys, Frankie, Nicky, 

and Joey. His parents, Louise and Jim, are still living in 

Brockton, as are his Brother Paul and wife Alicia (Erben) 

from the class of 1983. He is currently a general manager 

for Best Buy Corporation and his hobbies include golf, 

traveling to New Hampshire with family, basketball and 

fantasy baseball. His favorite memory from high school is 

playing basketball for Spellman in the 1982 playoff s and 

he wants everyone to know that Donny McKearney, Joe 

Micciche and Scott Sheehan remain his close friends. 

Bill mcCann and his wife Laurie have a 5-year old 

daughter, Molly. He is currently a fi nancial advisor at 

Smith Barney Hyannis, MA. During his free time, he 

enjoys traveling and his favorite Spellman memory 

is: “Getting to know Sister Ursula by being sent to the 

principal’s offi ce.” According to Bill, “I am currently Vice 

Chair of the board of directors for the United Way of 

Greater Plymouth County. I have also been serving as 

the campaign Chairman during the 2005-2006 campaign 

and the current 2006-2007 campaign. During that time, 

we have raised approximately 3 million dollars, which we 

then distribute to local charities in the area. 

maureen Sullivan Barclay and her husband, Bob have 

been married for 17 years and have 3 children, Meghan, 

Caitlin and Ryan. She is currently the Director of the English 

Transcultural Center, Catholic Charities South, Brockton. 

17

18 

alumni news 

Class of 1982 Profiles (Continued) 

Wendy Wong Yu is married with one child and a fulltime 

housewife and mother. 

natalie Coyle Pires writes that she is “married with 3 

lovely children 20, 15, 13. We spend a lot of time together 

via traveling or simply eating out meals together.” She is 

a registered nurse, working in the town of Falmouth as a 

case manager for the VNA of Cape Cod. According to her, 

“I feel fortunate to have such a wonderful job. Still after 14 

years I love my job!” Her hobbies include scrap booking, 

reading, cooking; and her favorite memory from Spellman 

is “every weekend at my house spending time with my 

friends and my mom. Love You Guys.” “Remember- Love 

one another Enjoy every moment, live is unpredictable.” 

michael mahanna is married with 2 daughters ages 7 

and 11. He is a fulltime Driver for UPS where he has 

been employed for 10 years. His hobbies include fishing, 

golfing and going to NASCAR races. His favorite memory 

of Spellman is “hanging out with Rich Bausemer and 

Tom Flynn, my best friends.” Also, he wanted everyone 

to know “I am smarter than Bill Pelton.” 

edward J Gavin Jr. is single with no children and a 

firefighter/paramedic for Halifax MA. He enjoys staying 

active and asks: “Has it really been 25 years?” 

As of 9/12/07, Cheryl Colocousis Januskis and her 

husband, Steven will be married 20 years. They have a 

daughter, Julie 11 and a son, Josh, 6. She is a retired probation 

officer from Plymouth County and is presently at home 

with the children. Her hobbies include cooking, working 

out, yoga and running. Her favorite Spellman memory is 

“Time spent with friends Meg Maur’s Cape house”. 

robert desrosier is married with 3 children and a union 

member in Graphic Communications Intl. Local 3n. 

Fr. Paul ring is the youngest of five, living in North 

Brockton for 10 years before moving to Framingham. He 

was ordained to Priesthood for the Archdiocese of Boston 

in 1995 and has served in North Reading, Weymouth 

and Dorchester before becoming Pastor in Groton and 

Pepperell in 2007. His hobbies include running, movies 

and traveling. He writes that his favorite memory from 

Spellman is “Mass: It’s what led me to consider vocation 

to the Priesthood. (Thanks, Fr. McLaughlin!)” According 

to Fr. Paul, “I still get back to Spellman as often as 

possible (celebrate Mass for the Sisters every 

Tuesday.) Live with my dog Oscar 2, a nine 

year old Miniature Schaduter” 

michelle dePina montrond lives in Abington, 

MA and is married with 3 children, Michael age 

19, attending Suffolk University, Vanessa, age 

17, attending Abington High, and Jordan, age 

13 attending Frolio Jr. High. She writes: “I’m 

a mortgage broker. Lots of great memories of 

Spellman for me but I cannot choose a favorite. 

Looking forward to our 25th. This will be the 

first reunion I’ve attended. Can’t wait.” 

kathleen kearney rocuant has been 

married for 13 years to Paul and they have 

two children, Rebecca 10, Ryan 8. They 

moved to South West Florida in 1994 and 

they love the warm weather and the kids 

playing outside yearlong! She is an audiologist 

and has been with the same practice since she 

moved to Florida. She received her doctorate 

degree in 2001 and enjoys boating, frequent 

Orlando trips and Tae Kwon Do. She fondly 

remembers skiing in New Hampshire, hiking 

at the Quabbin with Ecology Club and 

“meeting some of the best friends of my life.” 

Phyllis Capece Bowie has been married for 19 

years to her husband, Bob. They have 3 children: 

Christopher is 18, Danielle is almost 17 and Joe 

is 14. Chris is heading to college in the fall and 

according to Phyllis it is “hard to believe that 25 

years ago our class was doing the same!” She 

has been in education for almost 9 years now 

and is currently secretary to the Athletic Director 

at Carver High School. When not at work, 

she loves the beach, tennis, reading, music, and 

being with family and friends. Her fondest high 

school memory: “Went to my first concert, Bob 

Seger, in my junior year with Spellman friends. 

This past January, went to see him again in Boston 

with Kari Condon, Ellen Kenney and Kathy 

Pitts. We had a great time again!!!!” 

Please note: Due to space limitations, certain 

submissions had to be shortened.

1962 45 th reunIon 

karen routh kelley 

momkelley56@comcast.net 

Dear Classmates: I am really sorry that I wasn’t able 

to write a short hello for the last “Tradition”. I am 

in the middle of getting ready to retire and selling 

my house and moving. The week I was to write the 

“Tradition Notes” I thought I had sold my house and 

I was moving that Saturday so I was packing fast. 

Then it wasn’t sold. Now as far as news is concerned: 

debbie is commuting back and forth to Nantucket 

every day for the bank. elaine is in Florida this week 

3/15 with her husband on vacation. Lorraine and 

I are going to mary mcCarron’s to help her win an 

election to Duxbury’s Town Clerk position. So that 

is the YaYa’s. rosie hebshie rappold has a new 

grandchild. We had dinner at “Brennan’s” which is 

the old Pickle Barrel from the 1980s. Food is very 

good by the way and on Sunday night they have 

Irish Music played by a large group just having fun 

with it. I saw Jeannie moynihan at the store and 

she says she sees the St. Pat’s girls often. They work 

together at the Brockton School Department Office. 

Jeannie still works for McMenamy’s too. When we 

see each other it is like old times, I guess I just miss 

you all. I got an email from kevan Sullivan who is 

in Florida at the moment. He and John Ladouceur 

and their wives are not too far from each other in 

Florida. John and Reggie say Hello to All. rita and 

david maynard are also in Florida for the winter. 

I saw them at Christmas at church. We go to the 

old St. Colman’s (merged with Sacred Heart) which 

is now Christ the King Parish. For those of you 

who are away for the winter, Sacred Heart School 

is closing and there will be two Catholic schools 

– one at St. Edward’s which will house K-3 and 

the other at St. Colman’s school which will reopen 

and be refurbished for a middle Catholic school. I 

got a letter from Sheila kiley Leary. She sent me 

a lovely letter and it was most appreciated. She 

says she lives in Bourne and sees kathy mcGrory 

Pratt often. Kathy has a store in South Weymouth 

called “That Little Basket”. If anyone is in the South 

Weymouth neighborhood, do go see Kathy. The 

Randolph people should try to get together this 

time. I understand not too many of you see each 

other. If there is interest we will work around you. 

The Stoughton people can be found and would 

like to see each other as well. Claire deloughrey, 

Where are you? Email me. John and Lyn (Barron) 

holmgren are living in Falmouth. If anyone needs 

cabinets, this is what John does (and I might add, 

very well). Charlotte Beary has been seen about 

town in West Bridgewater and is eager to see us 

all at a reunion. Okay, now on the subject of our 

Reunion – 2007: is our 45th Reunion. I had a few 

thoughts, but not too many people have replied to 

the idea of a cruise on Boston Harbor (dress down 

in sneakers, jeans, and sweatshirt). However, I 

have heard from kathy mara Cipriano and Jake 

Creedon as well as Bucky and I told them I would 

call a meeting to get things started at George’s Cafe 

in Brockton on a Thursday night, the first week in 

April, I think it is the 5th of April. Thursday night 

alumni news 

Class Notes 

seems to be a good night for all and 7 o’clock is the 

suggested time. I don’t work on Thursday nights 

and there are not too many meetings on Thursday 

nights so perhaps we can get together then. Many 

like the idea of a Saturday night dinner. Not too 

expensive… When is the question? If you have 

input, please call or come to the meeting. Open 

to all. PLEASE COME TO EAT SUPPER AND 

TALK ABOUT THIS REUNION. My email is 

momkelley56@comcast.net 

Love kk 

Celebrating our 45 th Reunion. Join us at Reunion/ 

Homecoming Weekend October 12, 13, and 14 th . 

1963 

mary ann raynard albert 

pcalbert@msn.com 

Jane deslaurier Westerlund 

aikidos@comcast.net 

1964 

donna denly Piscatelli 

dpiscatelli@bigonlaw.com 

mona Spillane Zander 

monazander@aol.com 

We want to start with a big thank you to ralph 

tedeschi for “doing the class of ‘64 proud” by 

chairing the annual alumni drive – lots of hard 

work there. And, we want to send our thoughts 

and condolences to the family and friends of Jane 

Buckley madden on her recent passing. 

For this issue we caught up with Choyce Cassidy 

and Sharyn Gallaway as they re-connected in 

Fort Lauderdale recently. Sharyn and Choyce 

discovered they had a Lauderdale connection at 

our 40th Reunion. Sharyn has visited family there 

for most of her life and Choyce has lived there for 

the past 6 years. They both consider themselves 

“health nuts” and enjoy getting together and 

mindstorming. Choyce has a degree in Physical 

Education from Stonehill and Sharyn has degrees 

in Dental Hygiene and Health Science from 

Northeastern. Choyce has been involved with 

the holistic approach and alternative medicine for 

years, practicing therapeutic massage and teaching 

yoga to keep herself and others healthy in both 

body and mind. Sharyn has a home-based business 

selling natural skin care products and, after turning 

the big 60 as we all are, is now reaching a major 

goal – participating in the Rock ‘N Roll Marathon 

(walking) in San Diego, CA on June 3, 2007. She 

has been in training and fundraising for the 

Leukemia Lymphoma Society in anticipation of this 

inspiring accomplishment. Kudos to Sharyn. They 

also discovered that Choyce was a tennis coach at 

UC Santa Barbara and Sharyn’s daughter, Jamie, 

graduated from the same school in 2004. More 

coincidence: Jamie will be graduating from Suffolk 

Law School in May and lives in the North End of 

Boston – just down the street from donna denly 

Piscatelli. Looks like more re-connecting will 

happen in Boston in May. Sharyn has been married 

to her husband Jim for 28 years and his career 

has taken them to PA, CA and now Phoenix, AZ 

– but her heart and now her soon-to-be-a-successfulattorney 

daughter keep her mind on the East Coast. 

You can e-mail Sharyn at slg6419@aol.com for some 

re-connecting of your own. 

We’d really love to hear from more of you out there 

– any other connections and/or re-connections? 

Let’s all “Spring Ahead” and enjoy our 60s in 2007. 

1965 

Suzanne Carr o’donnell 

suzanneandod@comcast.net 

1966 

maryellen mather 

poemmaker1948@aol.com 

Congratulations to our classmate, John mcewan. 

He is one of Spellman’s new Board members. 

1967 40th reunIon 

tom Frizzell 

tff13@comcast.net 

Celebrating our 40th Reunion. Join us at Reunion/ 

Homecoming Weekend October 12, 13, and 14th . 

1968 

Linda amaral kelly 

lindaameralkelly@comcast.net 

mary Burke morris 

morrisfamily@BELD.net 

1969 

Joan Iacovone kenney 

JOANKENNEY@brocktonpublicschools.com 

Suzanne hassett martin 

sixmartins@comcast.net 

Gerry mcLaughlin osborne 

gerryosborne@hotmail.com 

tom o’donnell recently contacted the Alumni 

office with this update. “I was recently contacted 

re: my whereabouts and goings on since graduating 

from Spellman in 1969. In brief, I moved to San 

Diego, CA. shortly after the “great blizzard” of ’78. 

I have three children: Nicholas who graduates from 

UCSD this spring, Caitlin who is a sophomore at 

19

20 

UC Berkeley and Adam who is a junior at Cathedral 

Catholic High School. I am currently the operations 

manager of Florexpo, LLC. - the largest distributor 

of cut flowers on the west coast. We have bouquet 

manufacturing and distribution facilities in 

Carlsbad, CA., Monterey Bay, CA. and Portland, 

OR. The product we distribute in the US is grown 

on over 50 farms located throughout Colombia. 

We own and operate these farms and employ more 

than 11,000 local residents. Although I don’t visit 

the Boston area very often, I was able to compete in 

the Boston Marathon in 1990. Other than church, 

family and work obligations, sports have consumed 

most of my waking hours. I was fortunate enough 

to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Jack Murphy 

Stadium prior to a game between the Padres and 

Expos in 1995. I met Bill Russell at the NCAA 

Basketball Championship game between Florida 

and UCLA last year. 

Last August, I chaperoned my youngest son Adam 

and his teammates on an international soccer 

tournament in England. Adam’s high school soccer 

team played in the league championship game on 

3/3/07 but unfortunately lost 1-0. In any event, I 

have been blessed in every way since my shy and 

awkward teenage years at Cardinal Spellman High 

School. However, upon reflection, these were some 

of the happiest times of my life. I can only hope and 

pray that my fellow classmates and their families have 

been as fortunate and as blessed since we graduated 

just a few years ago! God bless.” From your classmate, 

Tom –We were very impressed when we heard that 

Tom O’Donnell’s son plays “international “ soccer. 

We’ll follow his successes. We wish him luck in 

his career. debra Beary ain has retired from 

her nursing duties in the United States Air Force. 

She is now teaching and sharing her expertise at a 

community college in Nevada. We think Vegas is a 

great place to hold our next reunion. Jane Condon 

is just about booked solid as she continues to 

showcase her comedy routine at clubs and events in 

the Greenwich/ New York City areas. We have seen 

her “hilarious act “ up close and personal and believe 

you me, her show is one that shouldn’t be missed! If 

you want to see her perform or better yet, book her 

to perform at your next gathering, you can check out 

her schedule at myspace.com/JaneCondon. Perhaps 

if we hold our next reunion at Debra Beary’s and 

we hire Jane as a Las Vegas headliner, we can have 

the “all time best party ever”. Food for thought… 

Speaking of locations to hold our next party, Paula 

macdonald Baker has retired after 21 years of 

teaching and will be purchasing a home on Marco 

Island. Beach, tennis, and a few cocktails....I think 

that sounds like a plan. Or, maryJo mcmahon 

Curtis ,who has moved to Holyoke, is continuing to 

renovate a huge old Victorian with lots of room. She 

states that if you help her decorate, she’ll provide the 

party space! 

We had lots of responses from our last “Tradition 

“ update. None was more funny than the feedback 

we got from John Goff. Apparently, we had some 

“mis”information regarding a Championship title won 

by the Nauset Regional High School Hockey team in 

alumni news 

Class Notes 

2004. Seems we gave credit to marybeth o’heir’s 

husband Travis Chandler for the job well done. Travis 

is a talented musician (whom we also could book for 

our next big gala) and founder of the Travis Chandler 

Philharmonic Orchestra and club WOW and our own 

dear John was the winning coach! John, if you checked 

our past writings, we emphatically stated that if we 

did not hear from our classmates, we would make up 

stuff about them. We just began with you!! And it just 

took a few penned words to hear from John after 38 

years. We are proud to hear that John and his wife 

Brenda are living the good life on old Cape Cod in 

the town of Orleans. John and his son are partners in 

Goff Brothers Construction Co. and John’s daughter, 

Jacquelin, was married in March. John shared much 

more info with us, but we are going to save some 

for our next Tradition article. Happy to report that 

marybeth oheir Chandler and Jane Condon were 

able to reconnect with each other after many years. 

All made possible through this outlet. We spoke with 

martha mathison, who is well. Check out her website 

www.leftbankgallery.com. Caroline Chicarelli was 

really excited when talking about her role in expanding 

technology in the classroom. She sounds great! And 

richard Cox has retired from public service and is 

now working for the pharmaceutical firm Galxo. 

1970 

James kimball 

JDKIMBALL@aol.com 

rosemary Sheehan 

rmsheehan@rcn.com 

The first response was from Donna Fonseca. She 

has been living in Charleston, South Carolina since 

1974. She has been teaching kindergarten for 22 

years. She is now working on her Doctorate in psychology. 

Donna is hoping for a reunion or gathering 

in the summer months. Bob Milk writes that he and 

his wife, Peggy, live in Glen Allen, VA, just outside 

of Richmond, VA. Both his daughters are married 

but no grandchildren yet. Bob is a top-ranked cribbage 

player and travels around the country playing 

in tournaments. Look for Bob tooling around in his 

car with VA license plate “R MILK “ around New 

England one or two weekends a month for New 

England cribbage tournaments. He is working as a 

consultant to the State of New Hampshire on their 

new Medicaid system. He would love to be in touch 

with some of his fellow classmates. So contact him 

at RobertMilk@inbox.com or by cell (804) 337-2171. 

Besty Blunt lives in Western Mass and works at the 

Department of Microbiology at UMass Amherst. In 

her “spare time” she tends to her family of 70 cows. 

She has been in touch with Dave Mapp and wonders 

if anyone has heard from Stephen Kutzy recently. 

1971 

Janet Vacca Perry 

janetperry2@verizon.net 


Janet nickley madigan 

jmadigan@partners.org 



1973 

kathy alward Smith 

Smithka107@gmail.com 

trish Conley Cirillo 

rid21391@ride.ri.net 

Susan Cunniff is joining a group from Holy Family 

in Rockland and traveling to Honduras in April. 

1974 

Joanne hanson 

JHa2606822@aol.com 

anne mcConnell Zadai 

Atzadai@aol.com 

1975 

eileen murphy krouse 

ETK9796@aol.com 

Jeanne Faherty ryan was married on February 

10, 2007 to William Armocida in Grafton, MA 

surrounded by friends and family. They both live 

in Westborough and will be combining their two 

households into a new home in the next few months. 

I ran into Joe Kelly at the New England Home Show 

in early March. Neither of us could quite figure out 

how it is that we’re turning 50 this year! Happy 

birthday to all of you and watch for those AARP 

invitations in the mail. I’d love to hear what the rest 

of you are up to - please drop me a line or give me a 

call. Thanks! Eileen Murphy Krouse ‘75 

1976 

Looking for a class agent or two. If you are 

interested please email heidi (Bessette) Garcia 

‘97 alumni@spellman.pvt.k12.ma.us 

tom howes’ son TJ graduates from Hanover High 

School in June. 


anthony o’Brien 

coachtonyob@yahoo.com 

Christine rudy White 

rudy59@aol.com 

Celebrating our 30th Reunion. Join us at Reunion/ 

Homecoming Weekend October 12, 13, and 14th . 

1978 

ellen Papineau mcCabe 

emccabe@comcast.net 

1979 

Geraldine nickley Capachione 

gcapachione@brocktonhospital.org 

1980 

dianna tanner Christopoulos 

a.christopoulus@att.net

1981 

Lisa Fortune Creeden 

sundropssoap@verizon.net 

As the animal edged closer to the shore, the tide began 

its backward descent. In an instant the lightening 

struck, the sky opened up and a cacophony of bangs 

filled the air. The man on the seawall began to tremble 

with fear, it had been over 30 years since he had 

experienced anything like this. In his heart he knew 

what was happening, even if his mind tried to push the 

thoughts away. On the other side of town, a woman sat 

crouched within a dark hole with her young daughter 

by her side. They had been hiding for 2 days. The fear 

in the air was palpable on the outside of the hole and 

the woman wanted nothing to do with it. She held the 

bottle of water to her daughters lips. At that moment, 

a roar from above began to ................ Soooooooooo, 

since I must fill up our Class Notes with something, 

I have decided to begin a novel and will consider it my 

first published piece! This is published, right? ~Just 

think of the possibilities! I can use our Class Notes to 

write this fiction, chapter by chapter, even if it takes 

5 years to complete . . . Unless of course some of 

you would like to send updates on what is going on in 

your lives. Honestly, it makes much more sense to fill 

this space with information about all of you. However, 

I can’t get blood from a stone and I can’t write about 

things I don’t know. Please, do us all a favor and drop 

me a quick email to share the non-fiction of your life. 

You can share the good stuff and none of the bad, if you 

don’t want to..... what do you have to lose? I assure you, 

I will put my story on hold and look for an independent 

publisher if I begin to hear from some of you. Take 

care...and please, write. Warmest regards, Lisa 


kelly Crowley Wilder 

kelWild@aol.com 

SaVe the date! 

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007 

1982’s 25th Class reunion. 

Stone Forge Tavern, Raynham MA Hotel 

accommodations within walking distance! More 

info to come soon! 

We hope that you will also plan on joining us at 

Reunion/Homecoming Weekend!! 

1983 

alicia erben tantillo 

Alicia@championdriving.com 

Lisa Coletti hokanson 

Hokie2@comcast.net 

1984 

regina albanys Patrick 

ReginaPatrick@comcast.net 

Lee ann Branczewski Seyller 

LeeAnn6684@yahoo.com 

alayna erben hanlon 

kathleen hayward hatfield 

Jkhatsaaa@aol.com 

alumni news 

Class Notes 

1985 

katie kelley naples 

wknaples@comcast.net 

Christine neil tuell 

ctuell@firstam.com 

“Hello gang! As we all pursue our 40th birthday, I am 

slowly finding out some of us are celebrating our age. 

Other people are just accepting the birthday with grace 

and ease. I am planning to run a crazy challenge in 

the mountains at Jay, Vermont the weekend before my 

40th this summer. This will be after I run a marathon 

2 months earlier. So by the time you read this I will 

have finished all this and taken a hand in fund raising 

for MS (for my niece with a new diagnosis of the 

disease). mary (dion) madigan contacted me. She 

lives in Milwalkee with husband David and 4 boys. 

She is a director/teacher for an Early Childhood 

program. If anyone lives out her way she invites you 

to call. Mary (Mullaney) Lee ’85, Assistant District 

Attorney out of Brockton, presented a workshop 

for parents on Internet Safety. The well-attended 

presentation was informative and interesting. 

Attendees emerged with a greater awareness of 

the growing concerns surrounding their children’s 

Internet usage. Thank you Mary! We are all busy but 

contacting old friends is always fun! God bless you all 

as we arrive at a new birthday with happiness and good 

health. Feel free to contact me. Kate (Kelley) Naples” 

1986 

Jennifer Locchi roan 

Jennifer_Roan@glead.com 


terri mathews-Bryan 

terri_bryan@yahoo.com 



1988 

Patricia macIntyre Boutiette 

Patricia_Boutiette@ssga.com 

1989 

amy harper Flynn 

amy_flynn@emerson.edu 

karyn Lane Thompson 

Thompsonrkr@aol.com 

Lucy Mae, daughter of Lauren Cushing LaCara ‘89 

Congratulations to marianne o’neill hogan and 

her husband, Gavin, on the birth of their first child, 

Julia Clare. Julia was born on January 31, 2007. 

1990 

Jackie molloy Boni 

jackaam@egmail.com 

Steve owen 

steveo_ca@hotmail.com 

tracy Wilson Pozerski 

tlp@nwscpas.com 

Vanessa taylor 

butterflynessa57@yahoo.com 

tina (Skerritt) Smeaton just had her second child 

– she has an 18 month old and a newborn. She 

has her own law practice in Brockton handling 

family matters and criminal defense. maura 

(mcLaughlin) deStefano and her husband 

Mike just bought and totally renovated a house 

in Waltham. They have 2 children – Valerie and 

Michael. Stacey (andrews) Silverman has 2 

girls, Jenna (4) and Allie (8 months). She and her 

husband, Jason, live in Bridgewater not far from 

her old stomping grounds! Stacey is working part 

time for the American Red Cross. Congratulations 

to Scott trinque and wife, Gail, on the birth of 

their daughter, Zoi. Her big brother, Theo, is also 

welcoming Zoi. More new parents: Steve owen 

and his wife, Tracy, welcomed their first child, 

Hunter Martell, on March 6, 2007. 

1991 

kevin miller 

millerljb@gmail.com 

Beth o’neill hawley 

bhawley@meditech.com 

Congratulations to Scott derito on his engagement 

to Brenda Johnson. They plan to marry in September 

2007. 


Cathy doyle Zinck 

catherinezinck@comcast.net 

Susan Iacono Polidori 

susanp007@comcast.net 

Heard from amy Cox Cornetta. She is living in 

Hanson now with her husband Joe and her two 

children Noelle who is almost 4 and Anthony who 

is 2. She is working still for her father at Bemis 

Drug in Abington as a Pharmacy Technician and 

store buyer. tobey arsenault Carew and her 

husband Matt welcomed a baby girl Hazel Adelaide 

on March 12th. She is also welcomed by big sisters 

Sadie and Abigail and big brother Harrison. The 

Carews are living in Whitman. 



21

22 

1993 

Lisa Joyce Gelman 

Lisag410@hotmail.com 

One bit of news, rick Westerlund received his 

Bachelor degree in Finance from Bentley College in 

December. Congratulations! Any updates please 

drop me an email. Thanks. 

1994 

darcy Campbell Lamond 

darcymlamond@verizon.net 

amy Lekberg Grispi 

algrispi@hotmail.com 

maria rowan malenfant 

merowan@yahoo.com 

The following write-up was not published in the last 

magazine. 

Congratulations to Chris Bruno and his new wife, 

Erin McCarthy ‘99. There were sixteen Spellman 

alums and one Spellman freshman attending their 

wedding. Those in attendance (beginning with the 

bride’s father) at the wedding ranged from the class 

of 1962 to the class of 2010!!!! Their photo was in 

the last Tradition but the caption wasn’t. Here is 

the photo again and the following are the names 

and classes of those in attendance. Back Row l-r: 

Steve Roscoe ’75; Walter Saulenas ’80; Frank Gill 

’74; Nicole Jones-Krisiukenas ’88; Shawn Oriola ’04; 

Mike Callinan ’00; Maureen McCarthy ’89; Sandy 

Cordeiro-Morgan ’89; Pat McCarthy ’62; Rachel 

Corey ’89; Kristen McGrath-Martin ’93; Mark 

Doherty ’72; the bride and groom, Erin McCarthy- 

Bruno ’99 and Chris Bruno ’94; in Front: Rosie Carey 

’00; Melanie Ferreira ’10 Shannon Oriola ’99. 

1995 

emily Pelton Baird 

misspelton@yahoo.com 

maura roan 

esmjroan@yahoo.com 

Latisha Stewart Silvera 

ljs557@yahoo.com 

daniele (montagano) hughes and Chris hughes 

welcomed their first child, Grace Isabella, into their 

family on February 5th . Congratulations! 

1996 

Luke LaCroix 

lukehd@yahoo.com 

adriann Lipper 

Adriannbeth@hotmail.com 

The patter of little feet are heard in the house of 

Patrick & Christine (nutter) Gillette ‘97 with the 

arrival of Connor Thomas on December 21, 2006! 

Connor was born a healthy 8lb 13oz and the whole 

family is doing great! Pat and Chrissy were married 

in September ‘03 and they are living in Westfield, 

Massachusetts. 


Jennifer macLean 

jenifurb12@hotmail.com 

Congratulations to denise Chagnon on her 

upcoming nuptials to Robert Beady on Sept 15, 

2007 at the Easton Country Club. They are planning 

to honeymoon in Aruba. 



1998 

matthew malinowski 

MMalinowski@hannasd.org 

The alumni office received an email from mary 

Bailey. “I so wish I could participate in the spring 

show!! I’m on the road with a touring children’s 

theatre performing the Princess and the Pea 

musical...and then in July I’m off to England for a 4week 

training course in Shakespeare. Send my best 

to everyone!” 

1999 

alumni news 

Class Notes 

melissa Coughlin 

mcoughlin@alum.bu.edu 

Shannon oriola 

smoj31@gmail.com 

Our apologies to the McCarthy and Bruno family. 

The following write-up was not published in the 

last magazine. 

Congratulations to erin mcCarthy and her new 

husband, Chris Bruno ’94. There were sixteen 

Spellman alums and one Spellman freshman 

attending their wedding. Those in attendance 

(beginning with the bride’s father) at the wedding 

ranged from the class of 1962 to the class of 2010!!!! 

Their photo appears with the 1994 class notes. The 

following are the names and classes of those in 

attendance. Steve Roscoe ’75; Walter Saulenas ’80; 

Frank Gill ’74; Nicole Jones-Krisiukenas ’88; Shawn 

Oriola ’04; Mike Callinan ’00; Maureen McCarthy 

’89; Sandy Cordeiro-Morgan ’89; father of the 

bride, Pat McCarthy ’62; Rachel Corey ’89; Kristen 

McGrath-Martin ’93; Mark Doherty ’72; the bride 

and groom, Erin McCarthy-Bruno ’99 and Chris 

Bruno ’94; Rosie Carey ’00; Melanie Ferreira ’10; 

Shannon Oriola ’99. adam Lipper is engaged to 

Molly Vollmer. Adam graduated from Wentworth 

Institute of Technology and is employed as an 

applications engineer for Teledyne Benthos. They 

plan to marry in July 2007. Congratulations! 

2000 

keara kelley 

kearakelley@yahoo.com 

michelle martinos sent the alumni office an email 

to say “I was married to Adam Chapman on June 

17th, 2006, and we are looking to start a family 

this summer.” Congratulations, Michelle, and best 

of luck. michael ashton will be home in June on 

leave. He hopes to see many of his classmates while 

home. 

2001 

katie Cronin 

croninkt@gmail.com 

Jessica Williamson 

JRW628@aol.com 

Congratulations to danielle Chagnon on her 

engagement to David Leoncello. They are planning 

a June 2008 wedding. Danielle works as an Oral 

Surgery Assistant in Mansfield and Norwood. 

Please remember all our service men and women, 

especially our classmate Sean Grealish, who is 

serving our country in Iraq. erin moriarty and 

Chris ernest are joining a group from Holy Family 

in Rockland and are traveling to Honduras. Alan 

Lynch, former Religion teacher at Spellman, will 

lead the group. 


Samantha Ford 

sammilinn23@yahoo.com 

kim Parr 

kparr@bu.ecu 

erica Prance 

qtpie4484@comcast.net 

Madison Rose, daughter of Kasey Briere Kahler ‘02. 

diane ashton graduates from Becker College 

on May 12th. She will be receiving her Bachelor’s 

Degree in Veterinary Medicine. Diane currently 

works at Abington Animal Hospital as a Vet tech. 



2003 

Colleen kelly 

colleenmariekelly@yahoo.com 

aisha Lubin 

lubina@sacredheart.edu

2004 

kathleen Cliff ord 

gabby86@comcast.net 

matthew Powers 

mjp155@gmail.com 

Cpl. Jonathan Wood recently received the Purple 

Heart. Last October, he was wounded by an 

improvised explosive device while riding in a light 

armored vehicle along the banks of the Euphrates 

River in Iraq. Although injured, he helped carry the 

injured to a helicopter. Our thoughts and prayers 

are with all our military protecting our country. 

2005 

alumni news 

Class Notes 

Looking for class agents. If you are interested 

please email heidi (Bessette) Garcia ‘97 

alumni@spellman.pvt.k12.ma.us 

Louis Cheney and kathryn o’Brien from the 

Class of 2005 made the Dean’s List at Saint Joseph’s 

College in Standish, Maine. 

2006 

Looking for class agents. If you are interested 

please email heidi (Bessette) Garcia ‘97 


In Memoriam 

Cardinal Spellman High School 

remembers in prayer the following deceased members 

of the Spellman community. 

~ Michael J. Ahearn ‘69, brother of Maureen Ahearn 

Cocci ’66, Sheila Ahearn Walsh ’70, Sean ’77, 

Kathleen ’79, Siobhan ‘80 

~ Jane Buckley Madden ‘64, wife of Joseph E. Madden 

‘65, sister of Susan Buckley Lima ‘66, aunt of Marissa 

’96 and Amanda ‘05 Lima 

~ Ralph J. Lordi, Jr. ‘71, brother of Lawrence ’68, Lynne 

Lordi Neal ’70, Stephen ’77 and Susan ‘79 

~ Gerard Alves, brother of Brother Paul Alves, CSHS 

Faculty Member 

~ Francis P. Carchidi, uncle of Chris ’88, Craig ’90, 

Nina ‘95 

~ Shaun M. Curtin, uncle of Lindsay Curtin ‘06 

You are ever a part of our lives... 

If you have some news that 

did not make it into this 

edition’s class notes, please 

visit www.spellmanalumni. 

com and submit it. Also, 

while submitting class notes, 

please know that pictures are 

welcome and encouraged! 

~ Nancy Douglas, sister-in-law of Gail Douglas, CSHS 

Faculty Member 

~ Mary J. Gould, grandmother of Stephanie Tlasek ‘98 and 

Robin Tlasek ‘99 

~ Ernest L. MacDonald, former Hockey Coach, father of 

Susan MacDonald Crawford ’68, Janice MacDonald Feroli 

’69, Maryjane MacDonald Danahy ’72 and Michael ‘72 

~ Barbara L. MacCormack, mother of Ann MacCormack 

Frederick ’71 and Ronald MacCormack ‘73 

~ Gertrude McNealey, mother-in-law of James T. Hurley ‘69 

~ John Tyrrell, brother of Th omas ’74, Mark ’75, Owen ’76, 

Kathleen ’77, Clare ’79 and Frances ‘81 

23

24 

alumni news 

Save the Date 

Saturday, may 5, 2007 

Cardinal Spellman high School’s First 

Legacy Gala and Auction 

the Shaw’s Center in Brockton 

Join us in celebrating our proud past 

and honoring some of the individuals 

who helped build our legacy 

Peter ambrose 

Founding Athletic Director, 

Current Football and Baseball Coach 

robert & emily dillis 

Parents of 16 Spellman alumn 

rep. thomas kennedy 

Statesman from the Class of 1969 

rebecca (Becky) thomas 

Spellman Parent and Volunteer par excellence 

For more information, contact the office of advancement at (508) 584-3004

alumni news 

Save the date 

Cardinal Spellman 

Golf Classic 

JUNE 18, 2007 • OLDE SCOTLAND LINKS • BRIDGEWATER, MA 

reGIStratIon Form 

Your name ________________________________ 

address ___________________________________ 

___________________________________________ 

Phone _____________________________________ 

email _____________________________________ 

other players ______________________________ 

___________________________________________ 

___________________________________________ 

___________________________________________ 

mail to: Cardinal Spellman, office of advancement, 

738 Court Street, Brockton, ma 02302 

For more information, 

please contact: 

heidi (Bessette) Garcia ‘97 

Alumni Director 


Susan ashton ‘73 

Advancement Assistant 

sashton@spellman.pvt.k12.ma.us 

or call (508) 584-3004 

SPonSorShIP 

SeLeCtIonS 

❑ title Sponsor $5,000 

❑ Lunch Sponsor $2,000 

❑ driving range Sponsor $2,000 

❑ exclusive hole Sponsor $350 

❑ tee or hole Sponsor $150 

GoLF reSerVatIonS 

❑ Golf for _____players @ $150 

❑ Golf for 4 $600.00 

❑ dinner only $40.00 

❑ Lunch only $20.00 

25

26 

a CommISSIon 

For CardInaL SPeLLman 

alumni news 

a Look at eState PLannInG 

Contributed by Matthew Albanese, Esq. ‘90 

Following his political science studies at Providence College, Matthew 

Albanese went on to Suffolk University School of Law, where he graduated 

in 1999. While working as a legislative aide, he obtained a Master’s Degree 

in Business Administration from Suffolk University’s Sawyer School of 

Management. He has also worked as legal counsel for the Massachusetts 

House of Representatives’ Committee on Medicaid and currently specializes 

in estate planning and elder law with Colucci, Colucci, Marcus & Flavin, 

P.C. out of Milton, MA. 

Mr. Albanese has volunteered his services in support of the Spellman 

Community and will subsequently be a regular in this magazine, 

addressing various avenues regarding charitable giving. In his series, 

he will touch upon everything from charitable remainder trusts to 

establishing a gift annuity. The purpose of this piece is strictly informative, providing the Cardinal Spellman 

Community with quick facts while opening our eyes to the opportunities that planned giving presents 

to us. However, should you wish to learn more, Matthew is willing to “meet with anyone free of charge, 

particularly if it helps Spellman.” 

We offer our sincere thanks to Matthew for offering his services! 

Dan Burke ’82, a RE/MAX realtor, 

has generously offered to give five 

percent of his commission from 

every sale by a Spellman graduate 

or family member to the school’s 

Annul Fund Campaign. For more 

information, you may contact Dan 

at danburke@remax.net or call him 

at 774-218-0573. 

You can also call the school’s Office of Advancement at 

508-584-3004 or advance@spellman.pvt.k12.ma.us. 

SPeLLman SoLeS take 

to the StreetS 

Above: Maura Roan ‘95 and her sister, Jessica Roan 

‘97, along with their friend Carolyn Regan, recently 

participated in the Boston Marathon. According to 

the Alumni Office, other Spellman runners included 

Tony O’Brien ’77, Cheryl (Wiilson) Marquardt ’86 

and Neal Noonan ’95. Lou Amantea, husband of 

Levangie ’69, also participated in the 26-mile trek.

e-live high School memories and reconnect at… 

Homecoming Weekend 

Join us at Spellman for homecoming/reunion Weekend 

october 12, 13, & 14 2007 

We are especially celebrating the classes of: ‘62, ‘67, ‘72, ‘77, ‘82, ‘87, ‘92, ‘97, and ‘02 

Friday – reunion Golf tournament 

Homecoming Football Game: 7pm Spellman vs. Abington High under the lights at Spellman 

Saturday – Spellman vs. Fenwick: 11am Boys JV Soccer; 1pm Boys Varsity Soccer 

Evening Reunion celebration 7-11pm for all reunion classes at Massasoit Conference Center 

Sunday – mass and Family day 

Join us for outdoor fun, friendly conversation, and remeniscing! 

Welcome to 

Our World! 

Annual Alumni / Student Spring Show 

Friday, may 11th and Saturday, may 12th at 7:30 pm 

Tickets $7.00, available after May 1st by calling the school at 508-583-6875 

27

OFFICE OF ADVANCMENT• 738 COURT STREET • BROCKTON, MA 02302-2898 

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED 

Spellman’s Legacy Gala and Auction 

will take place on May 5 (page 24) 

The Spring show, featuring a Disney 

theme, will be held May 11-12 (page 27) 

Alumni Night at the Rox scheduled 

for sFriday, June 15 th 

Alumni Golf Tournament will be 

held on Monday, June 18 (page 25) 

Homecoming Weekend: October 12, 13, 14 

(page 27)

Cardinal Spellman High School

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?