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MERCY HIGH SCHOOL MAGAZINE
PUBLISHED TWICE YEARLY FOR
ALUMNAE, PARENTS & FRIENDS
SPRING 2013
Mercy
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Artwork by
Kate Anderson ’14

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Created by Mercy’s founding Mother of Art Mary Ignatius Denay, RSM
A MosAic is An ArrAy of diverse eleMents joined together to creAte A greAter whole.
Mercy High School
29300 W. 11 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48336-1409
Email: mhs@mhsmi.org
Tel: (248) 476-8020
Fax: (248) 476-3691
MosAic
Mercy high school
MAgAzine
PUBLISHED
TWICE YEARLY
FOR ALUMNAE,
PARENTS & FRIENDS
Editors
Margaret Haapala Kurpiers '85
Director of Alumnae Relations
Julie Earle
Communications Coordinator
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Athletics ....................................... 3
Catholic Schools Week and
Heart of Mercy ....................... 4-5
Student Spotlight ....................... 6-7
Drawn to Design ........................ 8-9
Advancing Mercy ................... 10-11
Alumnae News & Events ........ 12-13
Class Notes & In Memory ...... 14-18
Connect to Mercy ....................... 19
Mercy Artifacts Needed .............. 20
Cover: Artwork by Kate Anderson '14
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Mercy
High School
MISSION STATEMENT
Mercy High School,
a Catholic college preparatory
school for young women,
fosters spiritual, intellectual, moral,
physical, and cultural development.
Enriched by students from diverse
backgrounds, Mercy nurtures
compassionate leaders
committed to addressing
human needs, working for justice
and serving the poor.
Administrative Team
Cheryl Delaney Kreger, Ed.D. '66 - President
Carolyn Behringer Witte '67 - Principal
Laurence Baker - Associate Principal / Operations
Colleen McMaster Rozman '81 - Associate
Principal / Academic Affairs
Jonell Linskey - Dean of Student Affairs
Mercy High School Board of Trustees
William Valade - Chair
Cheryl Delaney Kreger, Ed.D. '66 - President
Diana M. Jacokes '67 - Chair Elect
Paul E. Swanson - Treasurer
Judith A. VanderVeen, RSM - Secretary
Nancy A. Auffenberg
Carol H. Dooley
Anne Fleming, RSM
Brigid Johnson, RSM '53
Maureen McGarrigle, RSM '57
Diana Mercer-Pryor
Julie M. Moll '81
Judith Mouch, RSM
John Nantais
Anita Sevier
Thomas P. Vincent
Carolyn Behringer Witte '67 - Principal
(Non-voting Member)
Sisters of Mercy Education Sponsorship
Council Liaison
Nancy Thompson, RSM '50
Board Support Staff
Laurence R. Baker -
Associate Principal / Operations
Colleen McMaster Rozman '81 -
Associate Principal / Academic Affairs
Thomas Sklut -
Executive Director of Advancement
Ismael Rodriguez - Business Manager
Alumnae Board Members
President: Lisa Sikorski Formosa '93
Marisa Abbo '80
Sallie Hinz Atsalis '79
Arleen Brennan Bonello '56
Christie Gardell Cannon '01
Danielle Dickow '00
Lisa Makar Dutton '92
Brenda Ellens '83
Gina DeAgostino Gray '91
Lauren Longley Greer '03
Cheryl Duplessis Haithco '77
Mary Finger Hall-Price '73
Sherry Benge Hammond '83
Kimberly Blotkamp Hilliard '87
Jennifer Borowiec Jones '99
Kathy Kelly '75
Andrea Kline '01
Cheryl Delaney Kreger '66
Kelly Stirling McSweeney '93
Sonya Howcott Moore '80
Pamela Krol Morath '67
Karen Kent Moros '62
Tina Cyrol Russette '76
Maureen Carlson Sisco '82
Stephanie Dickow Surowiec '91
Eleasha Mercer Tarplin '94
Joanne Albert Walle '77
Jill Mitchell Wise '78

GO MERCY! GO MARLINS!
Basketball Photo: studentandathlete.com
Athletic Achievements
Ice Hockey State cHampIonS
make HIStory!
Mercy Varsity Ice Hockey iced its competitors to capture the gold
on March 9, 2013. The team, comprised of girls from all grade
levels, made history to win the school’s first ever Hockey State
Championship!
Seniors Sign Sports Scholarships
Congrats to these senior athletes who signed scholarships
to play a sport in college:
Annie Valentine - Swimming, Penn State
Meghan Tarrance - Softball, University of Detroit Mercy
Kirsten Padalis - Ice Hockey, St. Lawrence
Maddie McClain - Field Hockey, Boston University
Alexis Shaw - Ice Hockey, University of North Dakota
Sarah Montone - Golf, University of Detroit Mercy
More college signings are happening later this spring. Stay tuned
to mhsmi.org/athletics.
Field Hockey - Catholic League Champions
Golf - Catholic League Champions, Oakland County Champions, State Runners-Up
Swim & Dive - Catholic League Champions, Oakland County Champions, State Runners-Up
Volleyball - District Champions, Regional Champions, State Quarter Finalists
Basketball - District Champions, Regional Runners-Up
Ice Hockey - Catholic League Champions, STATE CHAMPIONS
Bowling - Catholic League Runners-Up
Pompon - Division 1 State Qualifier
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Raising Mercy’s Spirit
Catholic Schools Week is a time to reflect on
the grace that allows us to attend such a school as
Mercy, and be thankful to all who support our
education, including staff members, parents, and friends,”
Christina Hadley '13.
Mercy celebrated 2013 Catholic Schools Week, “Raise the Standards,” by extending
gratitude, focusing on outreach and community, and “Raising Mercy’s Spirit.”
Open House and Mass were held to kick-off the week of January 27th. Students
took a moment during school to make a surprise phone call to their parents to
say, “THANK YOU for sending me to Mercy!” Throughout the week, girls made
heartfelt valentines for Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor, the Sisters of Mercy
in Farmington Hills, and Covenant House in Detroit. They also wrote letters to
send abroad to students in Sudan where a new school is being built by the Sisters
of Mercy. A pep rally was held in the gym where students and staff joined together
to make a giant “M,” creating one big Mercy family. Check out the video of the
assembly action on newsprintnow.net.
Mercy women learn how to strengthen their relationship with God, are
academically challenged to reach their full potential, and give the gift of time and
effort to help others in need. Mercy continues to raise the standards and stands
out from other institutions. Rejoice, WE ARE MERCY HIGH SCHOOL! Reprinted by Permission of the Detroit Free Press.
Photo by Regina H Boone.
Pep Assembly Photos: NEWSPRINT
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HEART OF MERCY
"Our hearts can always be in the same place, centered in God, for whom
alone we go forward or stay back." - Catherine McAuley
The Heart of Mercy award is a cherished distinction and honored tradition at Mercy High School. We give congratulations and praise
to senior Maria Walawender and Pastoral Minister and Mercy Associate Mrs. Judi Griggs-Dennis who live out the Mercy values of
Human Dignity, Service, Justice, Mercy, and Option for the Poor. Thank you for being faithful and compassionate women of God who
make a difference to everyone in our Mercy family.
Reflections on Maria:
Maria is a shining example of Mercy. She makes every person feel they
can call Mercy home and treats everyone with the utmost dignity and
respect. She is selfless, giving and puts others first. She has been a
Kairos leader, tutor, leads Faith on Fridays and accumulated over 200
service hours. Maria lives the phrase, “God is first, others are second,
and I am last.”
Reflections on Mrs. Dennis:
Mrs. Dennis is Mercy. She works tirelessly behind the scenes and
without attention and praise. She makes everyone feel loved and
comfortable. Her heart is bigger than anyone’s I ever met. Mrs. Dennis
created the first American Student Mercy Associate program bringing
girls closer to God. Her love for Mercy, students and staff motivates
her service.
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
A Day in the Life of a Mercy Senior - Lauren Marguerite Vandenberg '13
7:05 AM - Rise and Shine! It's Tuesday, or as I like to call it, Day 2. Wash my face, brush my teeth, throw my hair up,
and put my uniform on. I grab a protein juice smoothie to start my day off right and I’m out the door!
8:08 AM - My adviser Mrs. Riley greets me with her warm morning smile and never forgets to say, "have a good day."
I head to the cafe and catch up with my friends before first hour starts and finish up some last minute homework.
8:20 AM - I walk to Analysis with Trigonometry with my best friend, Becca. We usually make it into class just as the
bell rings for first hour (must be a senior thing). Mr. Janusch greets us and we listen to prayer and begin with
checking homework.
9:20 AM - I make the long journey to the S Hall to Mrs. Salvia's AP European History class. Today is a low-stress day
because we are working on our presentations for later this week.
10:10 AM - Oh, Physics. My favorite class of the day because I get to spend it with one of my favorite teachers,
Mr. Wampuszyc. Today, we are learning about Harmonics and Sound Waves. It sounds boring, but "Mr. Wamp" really
knows how to spice it up!
11:10 AM - World Religions Class with Mrs. Gibb. So far, this has been one of my favorite religion classes here at
Mercy.
11:55 AM - It's time for Life Skills. When Mrs. Kusch walks into N-17, the class always asks "Mrs. Kusch are we off?"
It never fails to make her roll her eyes because she knows we are just messing around. Mrs. Kusch is very helpful
when it comes to learning about our future.
12:55 PM - Last class of the day, Literature into Film with Ms. Smith.
1:35 PM - Finally, my school day is over. I don't have a 7th hour class, so I head back to Mrs. Riley to sign out.
2:00 PM - Ahhhh, home sweet home. Before gymnastics practice every day, I take a 30-45 minute power nap for
a little spark of energy.
2:45 PM - Rise and grind. Get up and get ready for practice.
3:30 PM - I head into the locker room to do our rope climb before practice.
3:45 PM - 15 minutes to complete warm-up, stretch, and be ready to go to our events.
4:00 PM - Bars. We only get 3 turns to warm-up our skills, and then we have to "show" a routine. You only get one
chance to make this routine, so it has to be good.
4:45 PM - Beam. My favorite event. I love the challenge that it brings and how you have to fight to stay on. We warm
up with jump ropes on the beam and today we have to stick 5 routines.
5:30 PM - Floor. Warm-up and routines followed by cardio on the elliptical. This helps us build muscle endurance so
that our routines will be easier the more we do them. Floor usually gets harder towards the end of the week,
but today it's only Tuesday and my body is still feeling fresh.
6:15 PM - Conditioning. Frog jumps usually make your legs really sore so we know it's going to be a hard day.
7:00 PM - Our last event for the day, Vault. Do some running drills and then 8 vaults.
7:45 PM - On Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday practice usually ends. Since it's Tuesday, we have an extra 30 minutes
added to our practice schedule. After we are finished with our last event, I usually go back to Bars and work on skills
in my routine such as my Gienger and my blind full.
8:15 PM - Finally time to line up and be dismissed to go home from a long practice.
8:40 PM - I walk in the door and my parents are sitting down at the table waiting for me to eat dinner. My mom
made taco salad tonight which is one of my favorite things to eat after a long day.
9:00 PM - I go up to my room and start my homework. If Mercy is good at one thing, it's definitely keeping us all
very busy!
11:15 PM - It's time to call it quits and get ready for bed.
11:45 PM - Without any trouble, I fall asleep, preparing myself for another day full of school, practice and homework.
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Lauren Marguerite
Vandenberg '13
Age: 18
Family:
Mom (Melissa), Dad
(David), Brother (Nicholas),
Sister (Amy), dog (Baron)
Hometown:
Northville, MI
College:
Western Michigan
University (Gymnastics)
Student Athlete:
LEVEL 10 Gymnast at
Oakland Gymnastics
Training Center
CONGRATULATIONS stellar scholars!
Christina Hadley '13 and Stephanie Luther '13 advanced to FINALISTS in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Competition.
About 1.5 million juniors in some 22,000 high schools entered the 2013 National Merit Scholarship
Program by taking the 2011 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The
nationwide pool of Semifinalists, which represents less than one percent of US high school seniors, includes
the highest scoring entrants in each state. To become a Finalist, a Semifinalist must have an outstanding
academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by the high school principal, and
earn SAT scores that confirm the student's earlier performance on the qualifying test. All winners of Merit
Scholarship are chosen from the Finalist group, based on their abilities, skills, and accomplishments. Every
Finalist competes for single payment scholarships, which are awarded on a state representational basis.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
iWizards
A group of Mercy’s iPad toting ninth graders have been molded into iWizards. They will work their
magic to help all members of our Mercy community develop iPad skills and assist in training the
incoming Class of 2017. With the help of Associate Principal and Apple Distinguished Educator
Mr. Larry Baker and Mercy professional development consultant Lucy Gray, the iWizards have
been working hard to:
• Provide tech support
• Create multimedia tutorials on topics like Dropbox, iPhoto, Pages for IOS, and iAnnotate PDF
• Post tech tips on blog
• Develop tech orientation curriculum for Class of 2017
• Promote tech use and being a good digital citizen through skits and commercials
• Communicate with faculty and staff about areas of concern
• Incorporate social media, apps and procedures
“We hope to tap into our iPad iWizards to not only teach new students how to use their iPads,
but we also want them to experience enrichments and be challenged creatively,“ Larry Baker.
Class of 2017 students will get to meet some iWizards when they pick up their Mercy iPads this
summer. iWizards are also planning to assist in the service area of the IT Department. It won’t
be long before we are recruiting the new freshwomen to become new iWizards. Visit the Mercy
Technology blog at http://it.mhsmi.org/ to keep up with the iWizards.
Mercy’s First Mock Trial Team
Wins Honorable Mention
“Objection! Hearsay, your Honor!” The Mercy Mock Trial Team took their case
to the Oakland County Circuit Court to compete in the State Bar of Michigan’s Mock
Trial Regional Competition on March 9, 2013. Their voices were heard as evidenced
by the Honorable Mention trophy they brought home in their first year of competition.
Mock Trial simulates a real trial where student participants play the roles of attorneys
and witnesses. Team members present their side of a hypothetical case, while
competing directly against another school taking the opposite position. It’s an
entertaining approach to sharpen critical analysis, public speaking and interpersonal
skills and is akin to putting on a play that takes some exciting legal twists and turns.
Twenty-eight teams competed. Mercy was one of only eight recognized for their
exceptional performance. The team members diligently prepared for this competition
since October with the assistance of four attorneys and an expert in witness
testimony. Their preparation paid off as they demonstrated poise and tenacity during
each trial. Many thanks go to the founding members of the Mock Trial Team who
represented Mercy with honor and enthusiasm.
iWizards
Mission
The Mercy
iWizards assist,
serve, and
encourage
the MHS
community to integrate iPad
technology into their lives. Our
purpose is to learn about mobile
technology and to help promote
technology use to the fullest
advantage. As a student-run
technology group, we vow to provide
a helping hand to every student and
teacher. We have a special interest
in introducing new students to the
iPad. The iWizards are here to help.
(L-R) Jessalyn Geer ’14, Kathryn Dunleavy ’16, Alycia Washington ’15,
Nadia Hakim ’16, Haley Gold ’14, Mary Kate Winn ’13, Gia Toler ’15,
Madeline Winn ’14, Jackie Ciaramitaro ’13 (not pictured)
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MERCY WOMEN DRAWN TO DESIGN
2012 – 2013 School Year FocuS
“Throughout this semester of learning to become a better artist, I have found that concentration,
determination in the face of frustration, and following the design processes and your inner artistic
inclinations are all part of being an artist and creating something amazing.” - Alana Sullivan '16
Students Capture Regional Art AwArds
Congratulations to the 13 students who won 18 awards in the Regional Scholastic Art Awards competition.
Special congratulations to Jennifer Kenner '13 and Jordan Sutton '13 for winning gold keys in the individual
digital art and photography contests. Their pieces will also compete in New York for national awards. The
College for Creative Studies sponsors the Southeastern Michigan Art Region and received over 5,100 works
of art and 324 portfolios from students in Wayne and Oakland Counties. The works were adjudicated and
selected for Honorable Mentions, Silver Keys and Gold Key Awards, American Vision Nominations and
Best of Show Portfolios. The exhibit and ceremony are held annually at the College for Creative Studies.
All Gold Key work will be judged at the national level during the month of March.
Jennifer Kenner '13
Brandi Gulla '16
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Emily Schumer '13
Jordan Sutton '13
Lia Iaquinta ’15 Madeline Kidd '13
Anjali Alangaden '14 Painting Silver Key
Kate Anderson '14 Drawing Hon. Mention
Hye Jeong Cha '16 Painting Hon. Mention
Lucy Devine '16 Photography Silver Key
Brandi Gulla '16 Painting Hon. Mention
Caitlin Hennessy '15 Painting Silver Key
Lia Iaquinta '15 Sculpture Silver Key
Jennifer Kenner '13 Digital Art Gold Key
Digital Art Hon. Mention
Madeline Kidd '13 Photography Silver Key
Annie Leuker '16 Painting Silver Key
Alyssa Naimi '14 Photography Hon. Mention
Emily Schumer '13 Photography Silver Key
Drawing Hon. Mention
Sculpture Hon. Mention
Jordan Sutton '13 Drawing Gold Key
Photography Gold Key
Photography Hon. Mention
New art teacher at MercY
Mercy welcomed Abby Hoot to the Art
Department. She is a graduate of the
College of Creative Studies and is teaching
Graphic Design, Design Foundations and
Ceramics.
Photo: Kate Soave ‘14

MERCY WOMEN DRAWN TO DESIGN
2012 – 2013 School Year FocuS
Alumnae Spotlight
©TelegraphArt
Shannon Goff '92
• Practicing artist - sculpture and drawing
• Assistant Professor of Art, Penn State University
• Past recipient, Japanese Monbusho grant
• Past resident, John Michael Kohler Arts/Industry program
• BFA, University of Michigan; MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art
• www.shannongoff.com
Sr. Marie Henderson influenced me greatly. She was an excellent educator, so calm
and satisfied in her work. I left Mercy with a sense of fearlessness to do something
totally unknown. She gave me the courage to do something I really love.
Sr. Cheryl Marie Phillips, RSM '64
• Multi-media artist
• Former arts grant administrator and gallery manager
• MA, Art Education, Eastern Michigan University
• MA, Art Therapy, Wayne State University
• BFA, University of Detroit Mercy
• www.imakeart.org
Although I always loved art, it was under the gifted tutelage of Sister Mary
Ignatius at Mercy High School that I developed my skill as an artist. Her
inspiration has led me into a life filled with beauty on so many levels.
Dawn Kapp Knowles '86
• Publisher & CEO, D & A Publishing, LLC
• InteractiveArtistMagazine.org & IAMOnlineClasses.org
• Television Production Consultant, Martin/F. Weber Co.
(Scheewe Art Workshop, Wyland's Art Studio, The Joy of
Painting with Bob Ross)
• Associate’s Degree in Journalism and Public Relations,
Madonna University
Mercy’s modular schedule helped me learn to manage and utilize my time
properly, which in turn has been a huge asset to me as Publisher and scheduling
our team and their priorities.
Read about more alumnae artists online at mhsmi.org/alumnae/spotlight/drawn_to_design.
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ADVANCING MERCY
A Strategic Path Forward
Mercy’s Board of Trustees and Administration have created a comprehensive plan to ensure a preferred future for our students. The
long view includes skillful financial planning and stewarding of resources to care for and strengthen our physical facilities and enhance
student programs.
“As we move forward it is important to have a vision that anchors all our efforts and assures that Mercy students will continue to thrive and
learn in the years to come. We must know our roots as well as look with a keen eye to the needs of the future.”
Dr. Cheryl Delaney Kreger ’66, President
Careful financial planning allows Mercy to recruit and hire highly qualified staff, expand programs such as counseling and technology,
and develop and maintain our facility.
We are proud of the recent and upcoming grounds and facilities improvements made possible through the generosity of our donors:
• 8 new science labs, preparation areas and teacher office space
• A new soccer field
• Resurfaced south parking lot and lights
• Renewal of the Our Lady of Mercy Courtyard
• A large capacity electrical substation to be installed this summer
• Cafeteria courtyard construction to be completed before fall
• Partial window replacement
This summer’s major project reflects our focus on the future.
“I never thought I would be this excited about the installation of a new electric substation at Mercy High School. The reality is that this project
is one of the keys to fulfilling our vision for the future of this nearly 50-year-old building.” Tom Sklut, Executive Director of Advancement
Our next-phase plans include:
• Air conditioning for the auditorium, counseling area, and gym, summer 2014
• Renovation of one courtyard per year until all six are transformed
• Total replacement of windows and treatments
• Major redesign of student commons areas including entry, cafeteria, and lockers
• Addition of athletic parking lot, concession stand, restrooms, and ticket booth
Mercy High School has been in the process of raising gifts and pledges through a Major Gifts Initiative, designed to raise $1.3 million
for these projects. To donate or for more information about the Major Gifts Initiative, contact Tom Sklut, Executive Director of
Advancement, at 248-893-3538.
Athletics Rendering
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Cafeteria Courtyard Rendering

ADVANCING MERCY
We are Mercy
The 34th Annual Mercy Auction held February
23rd was a successful evening filled with friendship
and fundraising. Over 450 parents, alumnae, staff,
and supporters bid with enthusiasm on hundreds
of items to raise over $144,000 for Mercy girls.
Principal Witte's Wish ushered in close to $22,000
for the renovation of the cafeteria courtyard, and
two handmade Mercy quilts went for $4,000.
Thank you to all the dedicated parent volunteers
and generous guests.
Please join us
Make a Difference for Mercy Golf Outing
Proceeds benefit Tuition Assistance and Athletics.
Monday, September 23, 2013
8:00 am Registration ~ 9:00 am 18 Hole Shotgun Start
Western Golf & Country Club Redford, MI
Invest in Mercy Girls!
Sponsor • Donate • Golf
mhsmi.org/advancement/golf lmweismiller@mhsmi.org
248.893.3535
Mercy High School Presents
Women Mean Business
Join us for an evening of personal conversation with some of
today’s most dynamic women.
Dayna Clark
Diane Dietz ’78 Susan Goodell
Patricia Kolowich, M.D.
Dayna Clark
TV and radio broadcaster, WJR-760
Diane Dietz ’78
chief communications officer, Big Ten Conference
Susan Goodell
president and CEO, Forgotten Harvest
Patricia Kolowich, M.D.
orthopedic surgeon
Marilyn Lacey, R.S.M.
executive director, Mercy Beyond Borders
Sue Martin
president, Eastern Michigan University
Christy McDonald
Marilyn Lacey, R.S.M.
Sue Martin special coverage anchor, WTVS Detroit Public Television
Christy McDonald
Listen as they share their stories, their vision for the work world of tomorrow and
their hopes for the next generation of young women professionals.
Panel Presentation – Q & A Session – Table Discussions
Wednesday, April 24, 2013 • 6 – 8 p.m.
Mercy High School • 29300 11 Mile Road • Farmington Hills MI 48336
248-893-3582 • mercyadvancement@mhsmi.org
Hors d’oeuvres and Desserts
$20 per person
Proceeds will support the Mercy High School Scholarship Fund.
Make reservations at www.mhsmi.org/women_mean_business_register
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ALUMNAE NEWS & EVENTS
2013 Distinguished Alumna
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Mary Anne Keating McDonnell ’46
Lifelong Social Worker
Affiliate, Daughters of Charity
Mercy High School is pleased to announce the
recipient of the 2013 Distinguished Alumna
Award, Mary Anne Keating McDonnell ’46.
Mary Anne will receive her award at Tea for Tuition
on April 28.
A member of the first graduating class, Mary Anne spent her senior year
(1945-1946) at Our Lady of Mercy High School. Those formative
days at Mercy instilled a giving spirit in Mary Anne. In fact, her first
volunteer experience came as a Mercy student preparing meals for
the Little Sisters of the Poor. Mary Anne looks back fondly on that
experience.
Mary Anne earned a Bachelor of Philosophy from the University of
Detroit and took graduate courses in social work and education, on her
way to becoming a Certified Social Worker. She immersed herself in the
work of agencies such as Catholic Social Services, St. Mary’s Hospital,
and St. Vincent and Sarah Fisher Center.
Much like Catherine McAuley, Mary Anne was proactive and resourceful
in her ministry. She rented vacated convents and rectories in Detroit,
refurbished them, and set up community-based homes for unwed
mothers. She ensured that the residents, many of them teenagers,
received food, shelter, and compassion.
Noreen McGowan Keating ’58 notes, “Mary Anne is truly a woman making a
difference. When you combine her dedication to her family with her work with the poor
and disenfranchised of our modern world, Mary Anne is a near match for the values of
Mother McAuley.”
Mary Anne “retired” at age 62, then worked part-time for Sarah
Fisher’s Marillac outreach and O’Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home. She
was instrumental in forming the Christian Service Ministry at St. James
Church in Novi. Presently, she volunteers at Providence Hospital.
Mary Anne reflects, “The original school values are still part of my lifestyle.
My primary mission in life has been the respect and dignity of all people.”
Tea for Tuition
Sunday, April 28, 2013
2 pm - 4 pm
Mercy High School
Can’t attend? Be an AbsenTEA Donor!
Donate online at mhsmi.org/donate/2013-tea-tuition.
Mark Your Calendar
9th Annual Tea for Tuition
Sunday, April 28
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Mercy High School (Pre-registration required)
Alumnae Book Club
Tuesday, May 21
Dancing on Broken Glass by Ka Hancock
Tuesday, June 18
The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom
6:30 – 8:00 pm
mhsmi.org/alumnae/book_club
Alumnae Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 22
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Mercy Advancement Office
All alumnae welcome
Upcoming Class Reunions
Class of 1963
Planning in process; seeking volunteers
Joanne Quaine Schwartz irishjms@gmail.com
Class of 1972
October 19, 2013
Mercy High School
4:30 – 8:00 pm
Patt McLaughlin Franc
mercyreunion72@gmail.com
Mercy High School Class of '72 Reunion
Class of 1983
August 3, 2013
mercyclassof83@gmail.com
Mercy Class of 1983 30 Year Reunion
Class of 1993
August 16-17, 2013
mercyhsclassof93@gmail.com
Mercyhighschoolninetythree Reunion
Class of 2003
November 29, 2013
Karen Kudelko
kkudelko@gmail.com
Nadia Bazzy
nmbazzy@gmail.com
Mercy High School Class of 2003 10 Year
Reunion
Class of 2008
Planning is in process
Kelly Sloan
ksloan1990@gmail.com
Mercy Highschool Class of 2008 Reunions
alumnaeoffice@mhsmi.org 248.476.3270

ALUMNAE NEWS & EVENTS
100+ Women Who Care
A new group of women in town is committed to helping those in need in
metro Detroit. Not surprisingly, Mercy alumnae play a leading a role.
Founded in December 2011 by Karen Rashid-Balow ’81, Nancy Malone
Sullivan ’80, and their friend Molly Williams, 100 Plus Women Who Care
Motown has united women from all walks of life and financial backgrounds
in its goal of raising money efficiently and quickly for local charities and
non-profits. Their philosophy is simple, “As a group, we can make a
significant and immediate impact on our community.”
At quarterly meetings, several members present a worthy cause. All
members vote and then each member writes a check for $100 directly to
the chosen charity. In a one-hour meeting, thousands of dollars are raised.
To date, the group has contributed to five local charities whose various
missions include empowering the homeless and increasing post-partum
depression awareness. In August, they plan to reach the milestone of
$100,000 in donations.
February’s chosen organization, which received $13,800, was Mercy
Education Project (MEP), a Detroit-based initiative that provides a caring,
The Mercy Homeland
Dear Mercy Family,
Friday, June 1, 2012: The day after the Class of 2012 graduated from Mercy High School in
Farmington Hills, Michigan. I reminisced about my own graduation from Mercy and the four
awesome years I spent there: the hardworking faculty and staff, the class-coded uniforms,
the life changing experience known as Kairos, the wonderful sisterhood.
Friday, June 1, 2012: The day that I stepped foot on Mercy's homeland – Baggot Street in
Dublin, Ireland.
I graduated from Mercy in 2009 and am majoring in mechanical engineering at Kettering University
in Flint, Michigan. In the spring of 2012, I spent several months studying in Konstanz, Germany,
and it was truly the best time of my life. I visited 10 countries, became friends with strangers,
experienced different cultures, and learned more about the world and myself.
A highlight was a visit to Dublin, the birthplace of the Sisters of Mercy. Throughout my years at Mercy,
I learned a great deal about Catherine McAuley and the house on Baggot Street. The house is
still standing, now known as Mercy International Centre (MIC). While there, I watched videos about
Catherine McAuley and the Sisters, toured the rooms and grounds, and enjoyed tea and scones.
Something about being there felt like home – after all, it is the deepest root of my Mercy home.
To all current Mercy students, I sincerely hope that you get the same feeling of being at home,
just as I did, during your years at Mercy. You may not realize it now, but the education you receive
allows you to learn far more than what is in the books. Furthermore, the young women become your
sisters and your teachers become your mentors. Mercy will now and forever be a part of you.
Peace. Love. Happiness.
Toni Rose Arceño ’09
To learn more about the MIC, visit www.mercyworld.org.
supportive learning environment for
low-income women and girls who have
experienced educational failure. MEP’s
Director of Development and Marketing
is Sister Maureen Mulcrone, RSM ’64.
For Karen and Nancy, the rewards are
plentiful. Nancy says, “There is a lot of
energy at the meetings, and we meet
wonderful women who care about the
community. We take our kids to the
check presentations. It instills a spirit
of giving.” Karen adds, “An attendee at
the Tree of Hope award ceremony put it
simply: ‘100+ Women saves lives.’ That
keeps me going.”
Front: Nancy Malone Sullivan ’80,
Sr. Maureen Mulcrone, RSM ’64,
Karen Rashid-Balow ’81. Back Amy
Amador (MEP), Molly Williams
All funds raised stay in the local community. The Detroit chapter includes
more than 150 members, including a dozen Mercy alumnae. Chapters exist
nationwide. To learn more, visit 100pluswomenmotown.com.
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ALUMNAE CLASS NOTES
1950s
Noreen McGowan Keating '58 and
husband Terry will celebrate 50 years
of marriage on June 22 with a Mass
and reception at St Hugo's Church.
“Michaeleen Robichaud Ward '58
has planned another wonderful river
trip, starting and ending in Paris
in the fall of 2013. I am assisting
Oakland County Parks in the rebirth
of the Oakland Parks Foundation as
their Executive Director. El Centro
Multicultural La Familia will hold the
first ever Cinco de Mayo Cultural
Festival May 3 at the Oakland Market
to benefit their work with at risk
families and children. I am their
advisor on the project.”
ntkeating@sbcglobal.net
1960s
Margot Carroll LaGuire '63 is a
Management Assistant at TomTom
Automotive in Southfield, MI.
mlaguire@sbcglobal.net
After 33 years of teaching English
to students in grades 8 through 12,
Katharine Smart ’63 retired to teach
ESOL at a local college. She trains
poll workers for northern Delaware
elections and volunteers for the
Department of Disabilities and Aging.
smartsometimes@gmail.com
Diane Manica '68
just completed
her 11th year at
the University of
Detroit Mercy after
a 33-year career
in Detroit Public
Schools as a teacher
and administrator.
Currently, she directs a Master’s
degree program in Educational
Administration and Leadership.
dmanica@comcast.net
Irene Patalan '68 owns Collected
Works in Ann Arbor, MI. She has
served as a trustee on the Ann Arbor
Board of Education since 2005. She
is expecting grandchild #5 in April.
www.collectedworksannarbor.com
Mary Patrick Burtch '69 has
been married to Jeff and living in
Marquette, MI for 41 years. All three
of their kids are college grads, live in
14
big cities, and are fun to visit. Mary
and Jeff are retiring in June. She
would love to hear from classmates.
bur1749@charter.net
1970s
Pia (formerly
Beverly)
White
Borsheim,
PhD '70 has
published
two books
of poetry:
Moon on
the Meadow
(Gallaudet University Press) and Two
Winters (Finishing Line Press). Night
Watch is forthcoming in 2014. She
is a Professor of English at Gallaudet
University in Washington, DC.
pia.borsheim@gallaudet.edu
Cecilia Bolan Bator '72 leads an
early intervention team as a Speech
Pathologist in the Avondale, MI
school system.
Karen Garner Moore '72 is President
of Ladywood High School in Livonia,
MI. karengmoore@aol.com
Katherine Brata
Hawkins '76
writes, “After being
immersed in the
Fine Art program
at Mercy under
the loving care and
direction of Sister
Ignatius, I went
on to get a degree
in Interior Design
and a graduate degree in Historic
Preservation.” She has worked at The
Henry Ford in Dearborn, and several
furniture and design studios.
khawkins1228@yahoo.com
Mary Redford '76 is in her 9th year of
teaching high school math in Bolton,
MA. She received her Bachelor’s and
Master’s in engineering at University
of Michigan and Georgia Tech, and
was an engineer and consultant
for more than 20 years. She then
earned a Master’s in Education from
University of Massachusetts Lowell.
She was nominated for a 2013
Presidential Award for Excellence in
Mathematics and Science Teaching.
Mary credits her love of learning
and sense of “anything is possible,
if you work and have faith” to the
inspirational teachers she had at
Mercy. mary.redford@comcast.net
Kathleen Soeters (Litwinczuk)
Cobb '77 is a nurse practitioner at
Detroit VAMC. She is finishing a
Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at
Madonna University.
kath1059@comcast.net
Maureen Straub Kordesh '77 is an
associate professor at The John
Marshall Law School in Chicago
and sings professionally on the side,
mostly during the Christmas season.
She is pictured, third from left,
with the Holiday Harmony Strolling
Carolers. mskordesh@hotmail.com
Nancy Rice
Green '79 is
an optician at
Luxottica Retail
in Jackson,
MI. Her first
husband, James
Sartwell, died
in July 2002.
Nancy married
Stephen Green in September 2011.
Denise Giroux Wood '79 and daughter
Julie Wood '12 traveled with Mary
Langan Shrader '80 and daughter Ally
Shrader '12, and Mary Kae Lessnau
Carlesimo '78 to the Myan Riviera
last spring. Denise says, “Julie is now
playing Lacrosse at Albion. My son
Jake is on track to graduate from
Oakland University in April 2013 as
a theatre major and plans to head to
New York in the fall. My youngest,
Jack (13) plays travel hockey for
Compuware and Warrior Lacrosse.”
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ALUMNAE CLASS NOTES
1980s
Stasia Hoogerwerf
Collins '81 was
appointed VP
of Sales for
Hypnalgesics, LLC,
an organization
committed to providing healthcare
workers best-in-class training
to improve patient satisfaction
and patient outcomes. scollins@
hypnalgesics.com
Carole Christie Cocagne '84 will be
celebrating 24 years of marriage to
her wonderful husband Andy. They
have two children, Matthew (15) and
Natalie (12), and four “fur children”
(2 cats, 2 dogs). Carole has been
practicing small animal veterinary
medicine for 17 years. Her husband
is a high school teacher in Fenton,
MI. dr.coke@mac.com
Jennifer Metz Maxwell '86 recently
moved to Bloomington, IL after
spending seven years in Philadelphia.
“So happy to be back in the Midwest.
Please let us know if you are passing
through Illinois!”
jennifer.maxwell@usafive.com
Colette
Richards '87
reports, “After
several years
of being a
community
activist in
Dearborn, I
filed petitions
to run for
Dearborn City
Council in the
August primary election.”
After the loss of their baby, Diane
Benoit Frechette '88 and husband
Darren co-founded Running 4
Babies. The third annual “Lauren and
Theresa’s 5K Trail Run and Walk”
will be held on August 17 in Traverse
City, with funds going toward the
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of
Munson Medical Center.
www.running4babies.com
Barbara Cheaney Runyon '88 and
husband Don live in Barrington, IL.
Barb has worked for Pepsi for 12
years. She and Don enjoy traveling,
reading, and spending time with Ella,
their 1-year-old daughter.
1990s
Stephanie Acho Tartoni '90 celebrated
her 17th year of ownership of
Chocolates by Renee in Northville,
MI. She graduated from the
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
in 1993. Stephanie and husband
David have three children, all of
whom participated in Mercy’s 2012
musical, Carousel.
www.chocolatesbyrenee.com
Carlin Flora '93
is the author of
Friendfluence:
The Surprising
Ways Friends
Make Us
Who We Are
(Doubleday).
The book
explores how
friends affect us
throughout life,
weaving social
science research with philosophy and
anecdotes. www.carlinflora.com
Erin Scheffler Franklin '93 will perform
at Carnegie Hall on May 10 with the
Detroit Symphony Orchestra. As a
member of the 175-voice University
Musical Society Choral Union
(University of Michigan), Erin was
selected to participate in an intimate
group of 32 singers that will perform
with the DSO. When not singing,
Erin enjoys her position as Lead
Digital Editor in Communications at
Ford Motor Company. She resides in
Northville with husband Steve and
children Olivia (17), Jack (11), and
Nora (9).
Erika Smith Kuplicki '93 is pleased
to announce the birth of daughter
Madeleine Ryleigh Kuplicki on
January 24, 2013. “Big brother
Braeden (2) can't stop giving her
hugs and kisses. We are doing great
and are so happy with our newest
addition to the family.”
Courtney Snell Flowers '94 received
a PhD in Physical Education, Sports,
and Exercise Science from the
University of New Mexico in 2009.
She and husband Gaylyn welcomed
their first child, daughter Skyler
Alexsandra, on September 29, 2012.
Courtney is Assistant Professor of
Sport Management at the University
of West Georgia. She lost her mother
to an eight-year battle with cancer
in August 2012. The family lives in
Douglasville, GA.
Sarah McKune '96 is a Senior
Researcher with The Citizen Lab, an
interdisciplinary laboratory focused
on the intersection of digital media,
global security, and human rights,
based at the Munk School of Global
Affairs, University of Toronto. Sarah,
a lawyer with a background in
international human rights law and
China affairs, works on research
and analysis regarding cyber threats
against human rights organizations;
international cyber security
initiatives; and export of surveillance
technologies. She lives in New York
City and is expecting her first child in
June 2013.
Laura Perez Mijes '96 and husband
Alex had a baby girl, Adriana
Jasmine, on November 1, 2012.
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ALUMNAE CLASS NOTES
1990s continued
Carrie Fling Nantais '96 and husband
David (U of D ’88) are busy with
their careers and young family life
in Detroit. They have a 3-year-old
son, Liam, who is in preschool at
Wayne State. Baby #2 is due in July.
Carrie is in her second year of a PhD
program in Clinical Psychology at the
University of Detroit Mercy, and David
is the Director of Campus Ministry
at UDM.
Nicole Bigelow '97 married Andrew
Cluley on August 25, 2012 at The
Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.
Rejane Pierre '95 and Beth Gonzales
'96 served as bridesmaids. Also
attending were Caroline Curtiss
Marino '95, Susan Schlueter '95,
Lauren Schlueter Finlayson '02,
Sara Horgan Zaremski '94, Lesley
Borkowski Barber '95, Rebecca Fried
'96, Jessica Freeze '98, and Nicole's
Mercy Little Sister Anne Schlueter
Witt '00. Nicole and Andrew live in
Ypsilanti, MI.
Annie Howard Burnham '98 and
husband David welcomed son
Alexander James on March 13, 2013.
Alexander is also welcomed by his
sister Grace (2), his grandmother,
Mercy Math teacher Sherri Howard,
and aunts Erin Howard '00 and
Kathleen Howard '07.
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Julie
Pfitzenmaier
Cotant
'98 and
husband
Joe (BR ’96)
welcomed
their first
child,
Callum
Christopher,
on July 11,
2012.
Kristin Gustafson '98 is a concert
harpist in Savannah, GA, co-owns
New Arts Ensembles, and has
released her first solo album,
Resonating (amazon.com, cdbaby.
com). Kristin performs both classical
and contemporary music as well as
her own compositions. She received
her Bachelor of Music from Loyola
University of Chicago.
Photo: Geoff L. Johnson
Dana
Hesano '99
and
Jonathan
Tiwaini were
married on
September
7, 2012 at
the Sweetest
Heart of
Mary in
Detroit.
Dana is
a Global
Engagement
Manager
for the Mobile group at Team Detroit.
Jonathan is Owner and President
of Wireless Solutions Center-Verizon
Wireless retail stores. They live in
Plymouth, MI.
2000s
Tiffany Battle '00 graduated from
Howard University, Washington, DC
with a BS in Chemical Engineering.
She is a Process Engineer with
Intel Corporation. In 2011, she was
the only African American female
engineer selected by Intel to be
responsible for the training, technical
transfer, and on time delivery of its
latest microprocessor technology.
Tiffany is also a rising personal style
blogger at The Werk! Place
(www.the-werk-place.com) where
she features high-end and low-end
designers and retailers. She has been
featured on top fashion blog sites
such as The Fashion Bomb Daily and
Black Fashion.
Julie Fedolak '00
graduated from
the College for
Creative Studies in
2005 with a BFA
in Fibers and a
certification in K-12
Visual Arts. She
completed her Master’s degree in
Art Education in 2010 from Kendall
College of Art and Design. She
teaches 7th grade art at Henry
Ford Academy School for Creative
Studies in Detroit.
www.juliefedolak.carbonmade.com
Vanessa Rennels Miller '00 and
husband Dan relocated from
Michigan to Hampton, Virginia.
She is working at the VA Medical
Center, proudly serving our military
men and women.
Lisa Ludwinski '02 moved back to
Michigan after spending six years
in Brooklyn, NY producing her
cooking show Funny Side Up and,
most recently, working in pastry at
Momofuku Milk Bar. In November
of 2012, she launched her home
bakery business, Sister Pie, and
donated the proceeds from her
initial sales to Hurricane Sandy relief
efforts. She plans to open a brick
and mortar location in Detroit within
the next year, to serve seasonallyinspired
breakfast, lunch and sweets.
facebook.com/SisterPie.

ALUMNAE CLASS NOTES
Danielle Rabahy Brandon '03 and her
family moved to Okinawa, Japan in
January 2013 and will be there for
three years. They are expecting baby
#3 in July 2013. brandon.danielle@
gmail.com
Lauren Slubowski '04 married Patrick
Keenan-Devlin on October 6, 2012 in
Evanston, IL.
Anne Racey
Whitaker '04
and husband
Jesse
announce
the birth of
Lily Whitaker
on December
20, 2012.
“She has just
brought so
much light to
our lives.”
Katie Groat '05 and Adam Luck
were wed on June 14, 2012 at
Mission Point Resort on Mackinac
Island. They are graduates of
Albion College, where they met and
received bachelor's degrees. Katie is
an Account Executive at Campbell
Ewald. Her husband is a Biology
and History teacher in Hazel Park
and is pursuing a Master’s degree in
Education at Wayne State University.
The newlyweds reside in Warren, MI.
luck.katherine@gmail.com
Christine Osimowicz Tietze '05 and
husband David welcomed their first
child, Madeline Elizabeth, on August
17, 2012. (photo next column)
Rachelle Husaynu Ziegler '05
received a BS in Dietetics from
Michigan State University in 2009
and a BS in Nursing from University
of Detroit Mercy in 2010. She is a
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
at William Beaumont Hospital in
Royal Oak, MI. Rachelle married
Kyle Ziegler on October 12, 2012.
rhusaynu@gmail.com
Brittany Stallworth '09 received the
prestigious 2012 Brower Youth Award
for Environmental Leadership for her
campaign for food and environmental
justice. Brittany is the founder of the
campus environmental organization
Green is the New Black (Howard
University). The Brower Youth Award
recognizes young leaders in North
America for their advocacy of positive
environmental and social changes.
2010s
Kateri Sullivan Golbiw '10 flew to
Rome for the canonization of Blessed
Kateri in October 2012. “It was a
wonderful feeling to be united through
my faith with so many people from so
many different countries, celebrating
the long-awaited sainthood of such
a wonderful role model like Saint
Kateri.” Kateri is pictured tossing a
coin into the Trevi Fountain.
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In Memory
Mercy Alumnae
Eileen Riordan Trentman ’47, June 2012
Patricia McIntyre Pilgrim ’53, May 2012
sister of Joanne McIntyre Kirchoff ’52 and the late
Marie McIntyre Bonfiglio ’48
Mary Claire MacDonald Theisen ’56, January 2013
Virginia Krause Gerhard ’57, September 2012
Sr. Lorraine Mordenski ’58, February 2013
sister of Sr. Annice Mordenski, OP ’59 and
Jan Mordenski, Mercy English teacher
Diane Cody ’59, June 2012
sister of Eileen Cody Fischer ’54 and Lynn
Cody Wigle
Virginia Cooley Nightingale ’59, January 2013
sister of Margaretann Cooley Whitney ’57
Linda Flammersfeld Pomella ’62, November 2012
Christina Franco ’69, December 2012
Laurie Piconke Smith ’76, December 2012
Theresa Ann (Terry) Rosso ’77, March 2013
sister of Mary Kay Rosso ’75
Margaret (Meg) Lyons Ripple ’78, January 2013
sister of Mary Beth Lyons Wilkinson ’74
Laurie Basham Shannon ’78, December 2012
sister of Colleen Basham ’80 and Eileen Basham
’82; cousin of Sheila Moll ’78, Maureen Moll
Dyar ’79, and Julie Tooter Moll ’81
Mary Kay Heinlen Smith ’78, February 2013
sister of Karen Heinlen Delaney ’74, Nancy Heinlen
Vincent ’75, and Suzanne Heinlen Green ’80
Lisa Jackson Nordhaus ’91, January 2013
Kaitlin E. Hehir ’02, February 2013
Mercy Family
Antonio Amadio, October 2012
brother-in-law of Tony Scalzi, former Mercy Math
teacher, and Patricia Mullan ’69; uncle of Emily
Scalzi Sziede ’98 and Kate Scalzi, Mercy Athletics
Esther Barbour, January 2013
grandmother of Molly Ward ’91, Teresa Ward
Hannan ’95, and Anne Ward Marion ’97
Christopher Joseph Best, January 2013
brother of Georgina Best-Neylon ’85
Robert J. Bishop, December 2012
father of Cindy Bishop Goddard ’81
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Alma Leona Black, February 2013
mother of Julie (Judith) Black ’81
Richard Bloch, November 2012
father of Cheryl Corte, Mercy Media Center and
Greg Bloch, Mercy Plant Operations
Sr. Mary Michel Boulus, RSM, December 2012
aunt of Paula Abowd Sinacola ’86, Rosemary Abowd
Schwendler ’77, and Michelle Abowd Yoder ’78
Arthur Grant Campbell, October 2012
father of Karen Campbell Fike ’79 and Lori
Campbell Belanger ’81
Adelia Corsi, January 2013
grandmother of Angela Corsi Leon ’00
and Cristina Corsi Swaggerty ’03
Dorothy Crandall, February 2013
grandmother of Victoria Padula ’14
and Cari Padula ’16
Mary Kay Dambrun, November 2012
former Mercy Math teacher
Patricia Dolan, December 2012
mother of Amy Malaney, Mercy Performing Arts
teacher; grandmother of Mary Malaney ’08,
Patricia Malaney ’09, and Margaret Malaney ’13
Elizabeth (Betty) Jane Dumenjich, December 2012
mother of Mary Dumenjich Coats ’71, Suzanne
Dumenjich-Thelen ’75, and Theresa Dumenjich
Kappes ’76
Edward Gerald “Jerry” Harkins, November 2012
father of Noreene Harkins ’72, Joanne Harkins
Davis ’73, Kathleen Harkins ’76, Sheila Harkins
Brown ’78, and Eileen Harkins Sacca ’80
William R. Keller, January 2013
father of Catherine Keller Creighton ’73, Mary Keller
Stuart ’76, Elizabeth Keller Wilkerson ’81, and Anne
Keller Klumpp ’89
Edward J. Kustron, October 2012
father of Konnie Kustron ’72, Karol Kustron Andree
’76, Kathy Kustron ’78, Kristine Kustron Oppliger ’80,
and Kimberly Kustron ’82; grandfather of Bethany
Bezak ’00
Thomas Joseph Langan, October 2012
father of Carol Langan ’79 and Mary Langan Shrader
’80; father-in-law of Yvonne Regan Langan ’82;
grandfather of Meghan Langan ’03, Katie Langan
’04, Shannon Langan ’08, Caitlin Shrader ’09, Ally
Shrader ’12, Taylor Shrader ’13, Isabella Shrader
’15, Haley Bissonnette ’10, Kelsey Bissonnette ’11,
Macey Bissonnette ’16, Kelly Langan ’04, and Riley
Langan ’16
John M. Malone, MD, January 2013
father of Mary Thereza Malone Centlivre ’70
and Susie Malone Nash ’83; grandfather of
Annemarie Centlivre ’07, Lindsay Nash ’16,
and Abby Malone ’16
William Granton McAskin, November 2012
husband of Helen Cottrell McAskin ’59
Charles Nicles, December 2012
father-in-law of Katharine Schier Nicles ’83;
grandfather of Christopher Blitz,
Mercy Advancement
Augusto Mario Petrella, October 2012
father of Rosaria (Rose) Petrella-Lovasik ’81;
uncle of Marisa Petrella ’77 and Patricia Petrella
Nouhan ’81; great-uncle of Cristina Petrella ’13
Hector S. Puente, January 2013
father of Jacqueline Puente ’07 and Brittany
Puente ’11
Jim Rose, December 2012
father of Cindy Rose Sherman ’66; father-in-law
of Sharon Walker Rose ’65
Eugene Ruffing, October 2012
father of Rev. Ruthanne Ruffing Bourlier ’80
Toni Wisne Sabina, March 2013
sister-in-law of Kathy Hattam Wisne '71;
aunt of Shannon Wisne-Helton ’89, the late
Kyla Wisne ’93, and Anna Wisne ’04;
cousin of Jeanne Wisne Schone ’75 and
Pamela Wisne ’71
Geraldine Mary Sklut, January 2013
mother of Thomas Sklut, Mercy Advancement;
grandmother of Anna Sklut ’06
Sandra Lynn Snell, August 2012
mother of Courtney Snell Flowers ’94
Nancy E. Spencer, October 2012
sister of Susan Conat-Stencel ’74
Johannes F. Spreen, October 2012
father of Betty Spreen ’76
Marguerite Westphal, April 2012
mother of Sandy Westphal Rodwan ’65
and Cindy Westphal Rolling ’68
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