Winter 2013 Issue - Volume 70 No 1

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Volume 70 • No. 1 • Winter 2013
2013 Distinguished Alumna Nominees
In 2013, the Little Flower Class of
1963 will celebrate its 50th Anniversary!
I am proud to be a member of that class.
Of course, when I was in high school, I
thought that anyone who was out of high
school 20 years was "over the hill". Fifty
years was almost unthinkable ...nonetheless, here.
I am, busy and active, thinking about
Kathleen Murphy how Little Flower and the people I encountered influenced my life.
McGrath ’63
I started Little Flower in September
1959. As I look back, life was very good for many of us, and
I was truly blessed. I had a warm, loving and fun family, came
from a parish, Holy Innocents, that cared about its parishioners,
had fine friends and was very anxious to begin high school.
More than anything else, I wanted to play varsity basketball
and do well in school. I quickly became absorbed in school
work and anticipated basketball tryouts. The people, both
teachers and classmates, I encountered helped to shape my values and my sense of the world. Little Flower certainly influenced me in every aspect of my life.
During my years at Little Flower, I had many wonderful
teachers who certainly influenced me more than I ever realized
at the time. Since the IHM Sisters were involved in activities,
they were ever present, both in the classroom and the gym.
The religious Sisters who taught me were wonderful women,
filled with life and goodness. Sister Jane Margaret, SSJ, and
Sister Thomas Michael, IHM, were the best teachers I ever
had. Sister Ursula Marie, IHM, was the Moderator of the basketball team, and along with Sister Jamesine Marie, Moderator
of the cheerleaders, encouraged us to work hard and enjoy our
time playing basketball. I was so definitely influenced by these
women that after graduation I entered the convent and spent
six years in the IHM Community.
I met many fine young women at Little Flower and made
many friendships. I thought that each of them was as fortunate
as I and never realized until much later in life that some of
them, although seemingly cheerful and happy, had difficult life
circumstances. As the years have passed, I have often recalled
How did your education at Little Flower
influence your life?
My desire was to attend Little Flower
Catholic High School for Girls; my parents
had suggested other high schools, but I
only wanted to attend LF.
I loved attending Little Flower, I enjoyed going to school with my friends
from Holy Innocents. I enjoyed being in
High School with my cousins and friends
Colleen Kane
from Ascension Parish, too.
Whisler ’77
Since LF was an all-girls high school;
I loved that the girls were in charge of everything. The girls
were the leaders of the Student Council, captains of the athletic
teams, editors of the newspaper and yearbook, the mascot—I
remember thinking, this is great. Here at LF, GIRLS can do
anything and everything.
At Little Flower I did not always do my best or excel in my
academic studies. I was social. But as I have reflected on my
life over the years I wish I would have tried harder in high
school. However, once I entered college, I decided to do my
best and my mantra in college became “Try and do my best
each day”.
In Little Flower I took business courses and prepared for
the working world. My mom told me that I needed to learn to
type and write in order to succeed. When I think of my mom’s
advice, knowing how to type and write a business letter has
been an asset in my life.
What would you tell today’s students they should take with
them when they leave Little Flower?
When you leave LF take with you the things that will bring
you happiness and success – Honesty, Integrity, Work Ethic,
Belief in yourself (that ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE), and
Your Faith (prayers).
As you move into your future start to “Think from the end”.
Envision yourself in your future roles: career, wife, mother or
all three; envision yourself successful and happy in these roles.
Start to create the path to help you achieve your vision. Pray
to St. Therese daily for guidance—she will not fail you on this
path called LIFE!!
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FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK . . .
Dear Alumnae and Friends!
May God bless 2013 with much
happiness and good health during
this “Year of Faith.”
Since we returned to school on
September 5, we’ve experienced a
lot of “meeting and greeting”—the
Classes of 1952, 1962, and 1987 returned for Installation on September
25; we welcomed the families and
friends of our deceased Alumnae on
Sister Donna Shallo, November 7; I met with our AlumI.H.M., LF President nae in Northern Virginia, North Carolina, Delaware, and Ann’s Choice. In addition, I attended the
Christmas Luncheons of the Philadelphia and Cape May
County Alumnae Chapters. Truly, it is always a delight to
spend time with our Alumnae and friends and see you interact
with each other.
The “All Class Reunion at Ann’s Choice” was very successful. For that reason, I would like you to know that we are
open to having gatherings in other areas as well. We just need
a contact person living at the “Over 55 Residence” to help us
make the arrangements for a weekday luncheon. I look forward to hearing from you…
Sister Kathleen Klarich, RSM, our principal, recently invited the students to participate in a survey—asking them their
input on various school topics. One question was to name the
strengths of Little Flower. I was so happy to hear that our students named our Alumnae as one of our strengths. They
“get it” and recognize that YOU are the reason they are
able to receive a Little Flower education!! At this time, I
would like to express our DEEP GRATITUDE to the 3,129
Alumnae and friends who sent us their Annual Fund donation
by December 31. We gratefully received $510,000 by that date
(this does not include the $85,000 we received for the Capital
Campaign) and 1,200 increased their donation from last year.
Save the Date
Cape May County
Chapter Spring Fling
April 24 & 25, 2013
Seaville Tavern on Rte. 50,
Seaville, NJ
For information contact
Betty or Peggy at 609-465-3838
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Thank you for caring about Little Flower; your love and loyal
support ARE making a difference. As a result:
We are assisting over 400 students with tuition grants; you
are sustaining ALL of our spiritual, academic, and athletic programs; a new MAC computer lab was purchased partially from
PA taxpayers’ money and the rest from your donations; in December we purchased iPads for the teachers and I asked the
Alumnae from the ’80’s, ’90’s, and ’2000’s who have not been
financially connected with the school to send us $25 to “pay
down” that bill. Thus far, over $2,000 has been gratefully received since early December. Of course, we have thousands
of dollars to go but you still have time as our fiscal year ends
on June 30. This is a reminder to our 13,000 Alumnae who are
not in the practice of sending in donations: Little Flower needs
your financial support—NOW—THIS is the time to help us!
We accomplish a great deal with the financial assistance of
7,000 Alumnae and friends—Just imagine all we could do if
we had your support...
January 29 is Alumnae Appreciation Day and the 7:20 a.m.
Mass will be celebrated for the intentions of our Alumnae.
Thank you and God bless you! Know that you are in my
daily prayers…
Fondly,
Sister Donna Shallo, IHM
President
MARK YOUR
CALENDARS
FOR THE REGIONAL REUNIONS
Invitations will be sent to you.
February 2 – Highland Beach, FL
February 3 – Orlando, FL
February 16 – Clearwater, FL
February 17 – Fort Myers, FL
March 9 – San Francisco, CA
March 10 – San Diego, CA
March 24 – Phoenix, AZ
April 6 – Houston, TX
(If you are going to be in these areas and would like to
attend, please download the information from our
website, www.littleflowerhighschool.org or call
215-455-6900 ext. 118 for a registration form)
ADVANCEMENT NOTES . . .
Dear Alumnae and Friends:
Can you believe that the Advent
and Christmas Seasons have already
come and gone? Days are getting
longer! Before we know it Lent,
Easter and Springtime will be here!
I sure hope this edition of the Sequel
finds you and your family enjoying
good health and many blessings in
2013. God continues to bless Little
Flower in so many, many ways – esSister
Joan M. Ames, IHM pecially YOU, our alumnae and
Director of Advancement friends.
This time last year we were all on
an emotional HIGH generated by the announcement that LF
would remain open. We at Little Flower are still on that high.
But we need your prayers and financial support to sustain our
mission – providing an LF education for any girl who desires
it. Your support and generosity to Little Flower helps award tuition assistance to our present Little Flower students, and future
LF students – no amount is too small.
A sincere thank you to the girls from the classes of ’42, ’57,
’62, ’72, ’87, ’92, ’97, ’02 and ’07, who generously gave
their time and energy to organize their Class Reunions. Job
well done, girls! If you feel inclined to chair or co-
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chair your reunion, please contact me at sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org or call me at 215-455-6900 ext. 118.
If you live in or plan to visit Florida, California,
Arizona or Texas, Regional Reunions are planned for February,
March and April. As details become available, they will be
posted on the Alumnae page of Little Flower’s website:
www.littleflowerhighschool.org
During the month of March, we engage in our Annual Phona-thon, which last year generated over $90,000. We really can
use your help to make this venture even more successful. Many
alumnae really look forward to hearing the voice of another
alum. Please consider coming to Little Flower for an evening
(or two) to make phone calls. It really is a rewarding experience.
For News & Events, Flossie Shop, Reunion Updates, Online Giving, check us out at: www.littleflowerhighschool.org
Thank you as always, for your continued love and support of
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls.
Gratefully,
Sister Joan M. Ames, IHM
Director of Advancement
Little Flower
Planned Giving Website
www.littleflowerhighschool.org/plannedgiving
Go to ALUMNAE; Click on PLANNED GIVING button
It offers you a wonderful opportunity to learn about Planned Giving.
• It’s a valuable resource as you consider your estate plan.
• It’s easy to navigate.
• It allows you the freedom to absorb the information in a leisurely and totally
private and confidential setting.
It explains Ways of Giving:
• Many choices, how each one works, with diagrams
• Glossary of terms
• Estate and income tax benefits
It reviews Goals, Benefits and Strategies.
Click on all underlined words to get additional detail.
Information is available for your attorney or financial advisor.
You can print all pages – just look for the printer image on the page.
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2013 Distinguished Alumna Nominees (continued)
Kathleen Murphy McGrath
that we were all treated with respect, regardless of our life's
circumstances. For all of us, Little Flower was a safe haven
and a place to achieve our potential. The influence of Little
Flower and what I learned almost unconsciously has permeated
my life. One of the most significant days for me at Little
Flower was the first day of school in Sophomore year. I learned
through a general announcement that my close friend, neighbor,
and classmate, Yvonne Catena, had died suddenly. Yvonne and
I lived nine houses apart in our row houses on Luzerne Street
in Juniata Park. Yvonne had been in Wildwood for the
summer and I was in Sea Isle City. We both came home from
the shore the day before school opened. She had not been sick,
but died suddenly from a brain aneurysm. I remember the
sense of shock, disbelief and loss I felt as I listened to that announcement on the PA system. I clearly remember the
understanding and concern shown to me at Little Flower that
day. That event stands out in my mind as one I will never
forget.
On a much brighter side, and of great significance to me
was the fact that in my Junior year, we won the Catholic League
Basketball Championship. That was the best moment for me at
Little Flower. Not only did we have a great team, but we had
wonderful people surrounding us. My homeroom teacher in
Junior year was Sister Anne Elizabeth, SSND. She was an art
teacher and a great artist. Each week after our victory, she
would make a banner celebrating our win. Those banners hanging in the main corridor encouraged us to keep working and
playing hard.
After I left the IHM Sisters in 1969, I continued to work as
a teacher in diocesan high schools. My first job was at St. Hubert's in September 1970. I can remember being shocked that
the students were permitted to wear makeup! I married Joe McGrath in November 1970. We have been blessed through 42
years of marriage with three wonderful daughters and six grandchildren. We have five grandsons and one granddaughter, who
are the joy of our lives.
My years at Little Flower coursed me to be positive and confident. I would tell today's students to take the love, warmth,
faith and security that they experience at Little Flower with
them wherever they go. Share that love, warmth, faith and sense
of security with all they encounter.
Colleen Kane Whisler
What was your most significant experience as a student?
My most significant experience as a student was when I
went to see a counselor at LF. She advised me not to go to college, but to take a job in the business world. She knew that both
my brothers were in North Catholic and I should help my mom
and dad financially. I did not share her advice to me with anyone. Instead of asking questions I just did as she advised (I
should have confided in my parents or my teachers at Little
Flower).
I took a job at an insurance company in center city, as a clerk
in the Claims Department. My mom noticed that I was quiet
and not myself. When she asked me what was wrong, I opened
up to my mom and told her that I was unhappy. My mom asked
me what I wanted to do with my life? I explained that I wanted
to be a teacher. My mom said, “Then you’ll be a teacher”. My
mom put a plan into action. We went to my mom’s friend’s
house; he was a teacher and an assistant principal in the
Philadelphia Public School System. We spoke to him and he
helped guide me in the right direction.
I went to college the year after graduating from LF. It was
not an easy path. I attended Community College and then graduated from Temple University. I taught three years at St. Leo’s
Parish School in Tacony; then went on to teach in the Philadelphia Public School system. I taught for nine years at Duckrey
Elementary School in Philadelphia.
I went back to college and earned my Master’s degree from
St. Joseph University. I also received my Elementary Principal’s Certificate. I spent five years as principal of Reynolds Elementary School, then eleven years as principal of Moore
Elementary School. I am now principal of Faust Elementary
School in Bensalem, PA. I am proud to say I have been in education for a long time. My advice “Become what you
dream!!!”
Who was your role model/mentor at Little Flower and why?
I had three role models/mentors at Little Flower; the first
was Msgr. Bennett, our principal. As a student council representative Father allowed me and my peers to have student voice.
He allowed us to give our side of the story or share our positions
on political or controversial issues at school or in society in general. (I found this to be exciting and rewarding to have voice)
Father taught me a simple lesson – you can agree to disagree
with people. This is wonderful skill that I still find of value in
my life today.
My second role model was Mrs. Joanne Walls, the Student
Council moderator. She also allowed us to have voice, but reminded us that we had to be leaders and ladies at the same time.
She was a strong leader and an admired teacher at Little Flower.
I admired that she was courageous and fair and demanded excellence at all times.
My third role model and mentor was and still is St. Theresa.
My aunt, Sister Rosemarie Lafferty, SSJ, introduced me to St.
Theresa. St. Theresa is a calm and simple force in my life.
She’s helped me in big ways and little ways daily. I remember
going to LF’s chapel and praying and just turning my worries
and fears over to St. Theresa. “Little Flower at this hour show
your power!!!”
How involved are you in the Alumnae Association?
I have been involved in most of my class reunions as either
a co-chairperson, or committee member over the years. My Little Flower friends and I attend Summerfest each summer in
North Wildwood.
What instilled the most confidence in you to become the person you are today?
My confidence was instilled in me by my beautiful mother
and wonderful father since the day I was born. My parents told
me; “Anything worth having or worth doing well – will be a lot
of work and will not be easy.” They both reassured me that as
long as you try your best; are good to your family and friends;
and that you are honest – you will then be a success. My father
would often say, “To whom much is given much is expected.
I am humbled that I was nominated for this award; my family, friends and LF family have been a wonderful influence in
my life. I consider myself to be blessed to be an alumna of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls.
OFFICE OF PLANNED GIVING PERPETUATING LITTLE FLOWER LEGACY
Happy New Year!
We are very grateful to our Alumnae who have informed
us that they have remembered Little Flower in their final estate
plans. Our Little Flower Legacy Mass and Brunch will be on
Wednesday, May 15, 2013, so please mark your calendars.
You will receive an invitation. I hope we will have some new
members to welcome! Our newest members are:
Katherine Clover Bonowski ’51
Anne McGuckin DeVece ’51
Cathleen Hynes Pfeiffer ’62
Anne Francis Krolikowski ’66
Just as a gentle reminder to those who have not yet gotten
around to stating their final intentions—if you do not have a
will, EVERYTHING you possess will be distributed according
to state law. This means your personal and fondest wishes may
not be carried out because you did not establish a will. A state
established will disregards the individual interest and intentions
of the deceased. Distribution of property—even treasured possessions is decided by total strangers.
Naturally, I certainly encourage our readers to keep in mind
the needs of Little Flower AFTER you have provided for your
family. Many individuals have found a unique way to make
their will and testament reflect their faith. They ask their attorney to precede their will with a special statement such as the
following:
Knowing that I will one day be called to return to God from
Whom I came, I now publicly give thanks for all the gifts God
has given me: my life, my family, my work, my friends, and all
my earthly possessions. I am particularly grateful for my
Catholic faith which has sustained me and taught me to cherish,
nurture, and share these gifts. I assure those whom I must leave
behind of my continuing love and, in order to discharge my responsibilities as a faithful steward, I give these instructions for
the distribution of the goods God has given to my care.”
Please inform us if you have provided for Little Flower in
your will. We like to thank you for your love, loyalty and vision
NOW…
God bless you!
President
Little Flower Legacy Society
The Little Flower Legacy Society membership includes our cherished alumnae and friends who, as loyal
visionaries and generous benefactors, have included Little Flower in their Will or estate plan. Through their
Planned Gift, they have committed to securing the mission and the legacy of Little Flower into the future.
*Anne Francis Krolikowski ’66
Margaret Short McParland ’53
Mary Ann Keegan ’41
Patricia Palka Ward ’66
Mary Ellen Dailey Parkins ’53
Kathryn G. Flick Lehr ’42
M Patricia Murphy ’68
Adele Droege Bradley ’54
Kathleen Breen Walker ’42
Joan Tricoski Keller ’69
Mary Lyons Hilferty ’54
Dolores Riley Esmonde ’43
Kathleen Ott ’69
Mary Ellerkamp Rueger ’54
Kathryn Kervin ’43
Adelina Gerace Kieffer ’73
Dora Duerr Scogna ’54
Mary Lynd ’43
Karen Hnizdo Prince ’73
Marie Druding ’55
Dorothy Joret Davidson ’44
Christine Girard Tracy ’83
Doreen Garner ’55
Margaret Lynd ’44
Clare Pfeil ’84
Carole McVeigh Lally ’55
Doris Byrnes ’45
Eileen Dolan McCarron ’86
Beatrice Braun Lock ’55
Maureen Quirk Harrigan ’45
Amy Steinmetz Carthy ’87
Theresa Czuczman Pfueller ’55
Susan Kiefer Hartman ’'45
Marcella Rack Kraycik ’89
Mary Ann Iaquinto Brady ’56
Clare Dwyer Bracelin ’46
Anonymous (7)
Barbara A. Finley Daniels ’56
Helen Kurz ’46
Mary Gill Hornsby ’56
Mary Harkins Trimboli ’46
* new members since July 1, 2012
Ann Kruopas ’56
Anne Moore ’47
Antoinette Iaquinto Makowski ’56
Catherine Lynd ’48
† deceased
Wanda Wesolowski ’56
Marilyn Brennan McAneney ’48
Alberta C. Gallagher ’41 †
Elizabeth Hughes Rufo ’57
Ann Marie Fleming Garraty ’49
Elizabeth Sawchynski O'Donnell ’41 †
Stella Pokrywka Skibniowsky ’57
E. A. Hoffman ’49
Phyllis Mecherly Carr ’43 †
Alice Grimes Donnelly ’58
Eleanor Javage Sokusky ’49
Kathleen Neary McDevitt ’43 †
Joanne Conway Klatt ’58
Rosemarie Noller Speitel ’49
Natalie Nevins ’43 †
Margaret DeMarkis Marasco ’58
Claire Miller Cope ’50
Mary Dean Morris ’44 †
Jeanne Sigwart Palaitis ’58
Madeline R. Attanasio DiPasquale ’50
Mary Hesch Gregory ’46 †
Arlene Liberatore Petruzzo ’58
Regina G. Kennedy ’50
Geraldine Gatzmer Thompson ’46 †
Mary Donohoe Hauser ’60
Joan-Kathleen White Knebels ’50
Theresa Keller ’47 †
Margaret White Rushford ’60
Noreen Jackson Waldstedter ’50
Mary Haggerty Quinn ’47 †
Barbara Psonak Aronis ’61
*Katherine Clover Bonowski ’51
Gerard & Elizabeth Uhl Songster ’48 †
Midge Torzone ’61
*Anne McGuckin DeVece ’51
Rita McLaughlin ’49 †
Patricia Hynes ’62
Margaret Kerper ’51
Dr. Helen Oels ’49 †
Denise Lambe ’62
Catherine Needham ’51
Mary A. Byrne Jacobs ’50 †
*Cathleen Hynes Pfeiffer ’62
Anita Maxheimer Burns ’52
Catherine Mueller ’50 †
Helen Magee ’63
Rosemarie Butler ’52
Catherine Young ’50 †
Mary Anne Greene Jackson ’65
Arlene Lyons Gaynor ’53
Patricia Prior ’52 †
Kathleen O'Neill Aukett ’66
Margaret Thompson Hogan ’53
Ann Marie Kerper ’53 †
Judy Belcak Basara ’66
Bernadette Maguire ’53
Little Flower Alumnae
Since not everyone receives The Annual Report of Gifts we send each fall, we would like
you to see the visual representation of the donations we received last year depicted by the
Cups of Caring…
On July 1, we start off with a “zero balance,” and so we begin to fill the cups again.
Here is a realistic goal— Let’s try to exceed last year’s totals and surpass the 50%
mark by June 30…
’40s
’50s
’60s
40.0%
as of December 31, 2012 24.2%
43.2%
30.2%
as of June 30, 2012
as of June 30, 2012
as of June 30, 2012
NOW is the time to show you care about LF…
Cups of Caring
’70s
’80s
17.9%
7.4%
’90s
’00s
9.7%
10.0%
as of June 30, 2012
as of June 30, 2012
as of June 30, 2012
as of June 30, 2012
Our future is in YOUR hands!
ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION NEWS . . .
Dear Alumnae:
Greetings and Happy New Year
Now that the holidays are over we reflect on the past, present and future.
The past is ancient history, but if
you are like me, has lots of wonderful
memories and once in a while we have
to bring them out and dwell on them.
The present – is in the making!
The future will take care of itself; all
we have to do is plan so we will not be
Dolly Ellis Brophy needy.
’59
When thinking of my past – I remember all the wonderful friends I have had and, in most
cases, still have. Friends from grammar school, friends from
Little Flower, work friends, old and new neighbors. I thank
God for the gifts these friends have been to me. They have
given of themselves something to be treasured. Hopefully I
too have been as giving to them as they have been to me. I
just read somewhere Friends are the Family we choose for ourselves. I for one have a very large and wonderful family.
Memories of Little Flower and my wonderful years there,
the love, friendship and learning experiences are all a major
part of who I am. I would be delighted to hear some of your
experiences and may be able to incorporate them into a “Memory Section” in my next letter. Please send your memories to
Little Flower High School, Attn: Sister Joan Ames or to
sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org, and Sister will forward
them to me.
New Year’s Resolutions: in the past I have made 100’s of
resolutions and probably within two weeks of New Years they
have been kicked to the curb and promptly forgotten. This
year I have made only one “Be Kinder.” This can encompass
many things, if I see someone in need I can help, either through
prayers, physical assistance or even money. I have so much
to be thankful for that I need to show my thanks by being
kinder.
At this time of year I try to remind myself of all the wonderful things that have happened this year. I am grateful for
my family, my faith, my friends and especially Little Flower.
To follow through on my New Year’s resolution of being kinder
I will try to do more for LF and its students.
The Alumnae will be hosting events throughout the year to
raise funds for LF and the students. Hopefully you will join the
officers and me by participating in some or all of these events.
If you are unable to do so, please pray for the success of our endeavors. Working together we will enable the LF students to
continue with their education at the best all- girl’s school in the
city.
In this issue of the Sequel are this year’s two nominees for
Distinguished Alumna. Please take the time to read their articles and to vote. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
May our Patroness St. Therese continue to shower her
Roses on the Little Flower community and all of you.
God Bless all of you.
Dolly Ellis Brophy ’59
Alumnae Association President
The Sequel
Volume 70
Number 1
The newsletter for the alumnae of
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls
is a semi-annual publication
1000 West Lycoming Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140-2199
215-455-6900
Editor
Sister Joan Marie Ames, IHM
Alumnae Association Officers
Thank You…
My sincere thanks to all of you who attended the Annual
Christmas Luncheon on December 8. And, a big thank
you to all who donated to the Scholarship Fund. Your
continued generosity and support of our efforts to assist
today’s students is greatly appreciated by the entire Little
Flower Community.
Next year's Luncheon will be held at Rosewood on
December 14 at 12:30. I hope you plan to attend.
Watch for the Registration Form in the summer Sequel,
the Donor Report and on the school’s website.
Joan Siburkis Schott ’58
President
Dolly Ellis Brophy ’59
VicePresident
Joan Siburkis Schott ’58
Secretary
Ann Marie Brown Hill ’72
Treasurer
Mary Catherine Theisen Gantz ’57
Ann Simons Mackin ’46
MEMORIAMS
1941
Margaret Flaherty Brown
Rita Anderson Clark
Mary Lou Grawe Davies
Helen Byrnes Doyle
Florence Marhoefer Gibson
Francesmary McAvoy Hammill
Julia Ferko Heffernan
Mary Hamilton McDonald
Dorothy Shouldis Moessner
Catherine Murphy
Margaret McDonough O'Hanlon
June Watts Pratt
1942
Elizabeth R. Collins Cahill
Claire Deasy Clauss
Margaret O'Brien Couchain
Mary McBride Eustace
Irene Schanne Gluch
Catherine Oestreich Grozinski
Dorothy Greenley Hartfield
Catherine Drager Hoiler
Rosemary Walsh Homewood
Mildred Appel Kelly
Frances Szarek Matela
Elizabeth S. Harkins Moffa
Mary Felix Rakowski
Mary Butler Ruoti
Elizabeth Wiech Schramm
Rita M. Smith Stone
Bride Shaughnessy Van Anglen
1943
Sr. Mary Ellen Eckardt, IHM
Elizabeth D. Kennedy Flanagan
Jane Gallagher
Anne Gavaghan Gillespie
Mary Charlton Hanlon
Marie E. Kelly Menalis
Loretta Nolan
1944
Margaret Dwyer Abriola
Mary Agostini
Maria Voss Burke
Teresita Cush Coyle
Florence Melcher Haviland
Margaret Spiecker Hungerford
Margaret M. Kerr
Virginia Cullen Leutner
Marie Buckley Lutz
Elizabeth Sabia Podlaski
Helen O'Mara Powell
Florence Sekula
1945
Eileen Ross Barnes
Catherine Dunne Carr
Elinor Heil Gibson
Mary J. Geehan Haley
Margaret Glendon Keashon
Dr. Helen C. O'Neill Morris
Margaret Cloney Nolan
Theresa Cassidy Platt
1946
Margaret Topley Herb
Dorothy McCormick Martin
Sr. Mary Rita Martine, SSJ
Margaret Stahl McCole
Regina Casey McGinley McLean
Frances Haggerty Pisani
Nancy Crane Rementer
1947
Dolores H. Lance Burns
Dina Neidig Daroshefski
Mildred Gimbel Gabryelewicz
Mildred Bingham Gallagher
Joanne Fitzpatrick O'Brien
Regina Broderick Oldham
Catherine Noller Parker
Agnes McGinn Pearson
Elaine Callaghan Robbins-Wolanski
Pauline Chinchuk Shaw
Irene Kaufman Wissmann
1948
Honor Farrar Bradley
Mary Lou Miller Hall
Patricia McMahon Pritz
June Baumann Schilling
1949
Regina Dougherty
Laura Nykiel Dove
Joan McShane Fitzgerald
Joan Davis Orfe
1950
Sr. Maureen Dugan, SSJ
Mary Malizia Gross
Mary Louise Hauer Heger
Mary A. Byrne Jacobs
Violet Mitchell
Shirley Jones Moscufo
Marguerite Baudot Musil
Margaret Henry Shepherd
Mary Maroney Yung
1951
1957
Germaine Latsko Cosgrove
Marie Mehaffey Junod
Anna Marie Toohey Kelly
Irene D. Singlar
Elizabeth M. Verna Tanner
Sarah McCahill Weigelt
1958
Patricia McPeak Campbell
Carole Redding Murray
1959
Elizabeth Diamond Kelley
Maryann Visintin Razler
1960
Regina Campbell Colombaro
Patricia Higgins Giordano
1961
Margaret Ulrich Bessey
Linda Keller Bivenour
Barbara McGinley Eife
Elizabeth Rempfer Jones
Jacqueline Jordan
Rita McNamee
1962
Joan A. Litchendorf Earl
Bernice Flanagan
Gerry Levicke Gonzales
Rita Schufreider Malloy
Barbara Verchuk
Anne Homeyard Ward
Margaret Mary Montague Winters
Patricia Breslin Griffin
Fleurette McLaughlin Harley
Joan Kurz Miller
Alice Black Theveny
1963
1952
Anne McPeak Burke
Florence Potok Joeckel
Joan Jefferys Burns
Catherine Dowling Kelly
Helen Tertel Stepien
1953
Marie S. Boyle
Frances Schmid Hagan
Irene B. Murray Keeney
Florence Roche
Veronica M. Dwyer Schwartz
1954
Lorraine Harkins Coyne
Sr. Patricia Anthony Dalton, IHM
1964
1966
Leslie Manns Jackson
Anita Staico O'Neill
1968
Regina M. Melenski
Ann Chlebda Seborowski
1969
Catherine Bendig Schoell
Anne Scholl Apold
Alice Schaub Ashton
Jacqueline Troione Erick
Dorothy Johnson Flynn
Janet McAninley Hallermeier
Mary Fogarty Jablonski
Mary C. Kelly Jones
Dolores Nolen Rooney
Florence Manning VanHorn
Mary J. King Witzell
1970
1955
1979
Elaine M. Sullivan Erkert
Helen Schwegler Ferraro
1956
Carolyn Davis Delagol
Patricia Distel Gavaghan
Rosemary Fitzgerald King
Marianne Tucker McElwee
Maryanne Ennis McLaughlin
Maryanne O'Brien Andreacchio
1973
Monica Hines Bagnell
1974
Jean Noel Molloy
1975
Joan Smith
Teresa News Morris
1987
Stephanie Johnson Manns
1998
Heather A. Hill Zimmerman
2013 Distinguished Alumna Ballot
Deadline for Voting: March 27, 2013
My choice for this year’s Distinguished Alumna is:
Kathleen Murphy McGrath ’63
Colleen Kane Whisler ’77
Voter’s Name:
Class of:
Return this ballot to:
Distinguished Alumna Award
1000 W. Lycoming Street
(Only original ballots will be accepted. No copies, please.)
Delaware Reunion
Seated: Theresa Perry, Regina Blyler Taylor, ’56, Pat Connor Gibbons, ’56, Theresa Amon Davis, ’58,
Sister Donna Shallo, IHM, Ellen Loughran Kurzeknabe, ’52, Sally Torrence Thomas, ’62, and Frances Cannizzo, ’51
Standing: Rosemarie Perry, ’68, Sister Catherine Feuerstein, OSF, ’48, Mary Polk, Mary Conley Howell, ’43,
Alberta Holohan Scanlon, ’55, Karen Szyper Medvidick, ’79, and Susan Frank Worton, ’79
Raleigh, NC Reunion
Seated: Mary Brindley Gross, ’50, Rita Fox DiValerio, ’50, Anna Mir, ’79, Kathy Szostak Watson, ’76 and
Rosemarie Hanna Martindale, ’58
Standing: Sister Rose Adams, IHM, ’65, Ellen McAvoy Kornmeyer, ’70, Kathy Friel Hobson, ’68, Antoinette Gazzillo Morello, ’58,
Mary Uetz Melso, ’58, Dania Mir Pumaeriga, ’72, Sister Marie Renee Murphy, IHM, ’60, Joan Kirby Boyle, ’54, and
Falls Church, VA Reunion
Seated: Mary Burnett Bower, ’41,
Jo Szuszczewicz McLaughlin, ’64,
Dorothy Bursak Kelly, ’53, and
Mary Lou Alfano Langston, ’54
Standing: Florence Dowey Grike, ’49,
Sister Joyce Bell, IHM, ’67,
Jean Kline Karbelk, ’50,
Sharon Tuono Germany, ’87, and
Ann’s Choice Reunion
Standing: Suzanne O’Neill Petrei, ’53,
Peg Maloney Ruland, ’53, Patricia Walsh Heesen, ’53,
Margaret Ward Donahue, ’53, Betty Miller Salvino, ’53.
Seated: Margaret Croke Winkler, ’44,
Betty Sweeney Channell, ’44, Joan Celebucka Kurke, ’53,
and Catherine Lyons Colbridge, ’53
Standing: Patricia Overbeck Lamb, ’58,
Joan Dittrich Caputo, ’57, Claire Lamb Van Lenten, ’57,
Gudrum Kristof Hart, ’61, and Catherine Nee Tiley, ’58.
Seated: Patricia Nee Caffersky,’58,
Rosemarie Quinn Miley, ’42, Eileen McGuire Miley, ’51,
and Jacqueline LaRue Mayer-Collins, ’56.
Standing: Anne Sauerwald Halsey, ’48, Irma Kinney Matysik, ’48,
Betty Peissner Emerick, ’42, Frances Harrison Powers, ’49,
Eileen McTamany Gricius, ’49, and Dolores Foley Ottinger, ’49
Seated: Lena Nigro Motz, ’52, Doris Farabella Fina, ’49,
Anna Locise Ctanzaro, ’48, and Marion McCall Lynagh, ’50
Save the Date
SUMMERFEST 2013 –
ALL CLASS REUNION
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Westy’s Irish Pub,
N. Wildwood, NJ
Standing: Joan Hettich Potriccione, ’56,
Irene DeLellis Lennon, ’56, Eileen Dougherty Troxell, ’56,
Anna Wolf Collins, ’43
Seated: Dolores Healy Lorenc, ’48,
Margaret Price Bolger, ’44, Teresa Lanigan LaHart, ’44,
and Eleanor Mendicino Larsen, ’52
Save the Date
INTERNATIONAL CAFÉ
CLASS OF ’72, ’77, ‘92
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Ann’s Choice Reunion
Standing: Kathleen Deveney Kelly, ’53,
Peggy McDonnell Jones, ’56,
Eileen McMahon Freas, ’51,
Ann Skasko Cyphers, ’53, and
Barbara Weiderman McDonnell, ’58
Seated: Frances Sink Greco, ’60,
Mary Manning McDevitt, ’56, and
Dolores Comito Kolody, ’58
Standing: Elizabeth Rowley Cunningham, ’44,
Margaret Rowley Reagan, ’42,
Helen Koch, McElwee, ’53,
Rosemarie Sakalosky Meade, ’46, and
Rita D’Alonzo Chadwick, ’48
Seated: Alice Scullin Hyduk, ’49,
Kathleen Meyers Harbaugh, ’48,
Lori Cerra Curry, ’50, and Mary Joyce Opdyke, ’50
Standing: Joy Julian Lee, ’58 and Maureen Rowley Guim, ’60
Seated: Irene Tarnowski Garvin, ’52, Pat Spellman Irwin, ’52,
and Catherine Martin Keilholtz, ’54
Standing: Bettyanne Geikler, ‘48, Julia Geikler Nunan, ’50,
Helen Rosica Shannon, ’45, Elizabeth Webb Dixon, ’45,
Catherine Hair Heller, ’57, and Jeanne Richard Abele, ’45
Seated: Mary Clark Seibel, ’58, Kathleen Kelin Gable, ’60, and
Anne Burke Burnard, ’49
Installation Day
Class of
1952
Mary Jane Cannon Gallagher, Nancy Duffy Fleming,
Eleanor Collins Flanagan, and Marie Walsh Ashton
Front Row: Elizabeth Diehl Sands, Margaret Gilmartin Golden,
and Anne Hines Kensil
Second Row: Dolores Bruderek Washburn and Jean Capinski Pieta
Class of
Regina Cranney Carberry, Helen Meehan Griffin,
Kathleen Perkinson Mallon, Mary Hanrahan Stinger,
and Adelaide Beck Konen
Ann Larkin Nedbal, Sister Catherine Larkin, SSJ,
Anita Maxheimer Burns, and Marian McGinley Meehan
1962
Front: Row: Annette Silver Brosz,
Kathleen Leyrer Cook, and
Joan Fedenecz Gentile
Second Row: Carol Wark Vinci,
Joanne Flora Ragazzone, and
Kathleen Morris Buckley
Front Row:
Martina Anderson Granger,
Mildred Armstrong Stokes, and
Judythe Coursey Poe
Second Row:
Sister Barbara Harold, OSF, and
Frances Johnson Perkins
Phyllis Barczewski Vuillermet, Marie Daily Harmon,
Marlene MacWilliams Murray, and Rosemarie Lynn
Front Row:
Phyllis Scialanca Haas and
Gail Carter Griffith
Second Row:
Mary Lou Dover Bremser and
Doris Chalmers Portley
Class of
1987
Kelly Gallagher, Amy Steinmetz Carthy,
Susan Cannalley Bojakowski, and Ann Marie Hawe Barton
Annual Phon-a-thon
We Need Your Help!
If you can help on any of the following dates, please contact Sister Joan
at sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org
or 215-455-6900 ext. 118
Patricia McCarthy Grimaldi, Kelly O’Donnell Meehan,
Colleen Kates Haurin, Sharon Scott Beauchemin, and
Adrienne Daukaus Cutter
Save the Date
CAPE MAY COUNTY CHAPTER
ANNUAL MASS OF
THANKSGIVING & LUNCHEON
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Mass: St. Paul’s Church,
March 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21
6:00 PM
Pizza
6:30 PM
Training
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Telephoning
Stone Harbor, NJ at 11:00 AM
Luncheon: The Bellevue Tavern,
Cape May Court House, NJ
For information contact Betty or Peggy at
609-465-3838
Save the Date
Over a year ago, Little Flower began using
Constant Contact as a tool for communicating with our
alumnae, parents and friends.
It’s the way to know what’s happening at
Little Flower between Sequels!
All we need from you is a current email address.
Go to our website: www.littleflowerhighschool.org
Click on ALUMNAE EMAIL
Hope to hear from you, soon!
Annual Mass of
Thanksgiving at
Little Flower
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
at 7:00 p.m.
followed by refreshments
Sponsor A Student - 2012–2013
Would you like to make a difference in the life
of a Little Flower student as a sponsor?
Yes, I would like to participate in the
Sponsor A Student Program:
Name __________________________________________
How does it work?
Little Flower will identify the greatest tuition assistance
needs and allocate funds accordingly to those students.
Address__________________________________________
City_______________________State________Zip ______
Phone (Home) ____________________________________
Whom does it benefit?
Those students who desire the rewards and benefits of a
Catholic Education but who need financial assistance.
How do I contribute?
Sponsor a Student provides several levels of gifting,
as well as options for payment. Simply select the option
from the category that best suits you.
E-mail __________________________________________
Gifting Levels: Please check appropriate amount.
❏
Partial Tuition Scholarship
$2925
❏
Partial Tuition Scholarship
$1950
❏
Other:
$1500_______ $1000_______
$750_______ Other_______
Payment Methods:
Payment Methods
Contributions can be made monthly, quarterly or annually.
Donors may pay by check or credit card. Simply complete
the attached response card and mail to:
If you have any questions, please contact us directly at
215-455-6900 ext. 112.
Please select your payment method below
❏ Check enclosed. Please make your tax-deductible
gift payable to Little Flower Sponsor A Student
❏
Credit Card (Circle One) Visa MasterCard
American Express Discover
❏
Online Payment or Recur Payment
Credit Card No.____________________________________
Exp. Date ________________________________________
Authorized Signature ______________________________
Career Day Thank You
We are so grateful to the following Alumnae who spent part
of their day with the students sharing information about
their careers during the November 6, 2012 Career Day:
Keynote speaker: Michelle Vega ’99
Michelle Vega ’99, keynote
speaker, and her daughter
Caila Oliva
Account Manager - Noel Hicks, ’02
Business Owner - Maryann Carragher-Wrubel ’61
Nursing – Susan New Galiczynski, ’84, Michele
Mazur Cimino, ’85, Alexis Meacham, ’99
Health Information Management – Maggie Foley ’80
Sally Juska –
Therapist and Counselor
Maggie Foley ’80 – Health
Information Management
Michele Mazur Cimino, RN ’85 –
Shriner’s Hospital
Alexis Meacham, RN ’99
Moss Rehabilitation
Sue New Galiczynski, RN ’84
Temple Hospital
Online Giving
If you wish to make a donation to
Little Flower Catholic High School
for Girls go to our Home Page
Jeanene Johnston
Personal Management for
eBay, Inc.
Debbie Beer – Marketing,
Communications and Media
Click on the button ONLINE DONATIONS
Some of our Little Flower Mothers & Daughters
NINETY-EIGHT (98) of our LF students are following their mothers to their Alma Mater, keeping the long, maroon line
coming down the Boulevard. The following are some of our LF Mother-Alums who visited us this year:
Joyce Pakstis Babiarz, ’93
and Riley Babiarz, ’13
Maureen Hannigan Blaney, ’81
and Jillian, ’16
Jessica McGrath, ’11, Sarah McGrath, 13, and
Patricia McDermott McGrath, ’85 (Pat’s daughters
also followed her example by joining Stage Crew)
Sarah Hammond, ’14 and
Lisa McGuckin Hammond, ’80
Laura, ’13 and
Patricia Enoch Farrell, ’79
Laura Strocen Williams, ’83 and Haley, ’13,
Amanda Burke, ’13 and Caroline VanNote Burke ’83
Karen Skymba Plummer, ’79
and Sarah, ’14
Caitlyn Coleman, ’13,
Joan Nellinger Coleman, ’79,
and Sarah, ’14
proudly announces
Staunch Hearts Legacy Grants
To celebrate the glorious tradition of 73 years of Little Flower,
the Pride of Church and City.
$1,000 in tuition assistance* will be awarded to
ALL daughters of LF Alumnae
who follow in their mothers’ footsteps to Little Flower!
And we invite you and your “Gang” to participate in this special funding!
Gather your family, your sorority,
your old parish friends, your LF classmates,
“Your Special Gals and Guys”!
Your group can participate In Memory of a special friend or relative,
Or To Honor a living person who believes in and lives
the mission of Little Flower every day!
What a perfect way to help this unique group of young women and their families...
young women that have chosen Little Flower as their high school
and have that glorious LF spirit and sisterhood passed on from their Moms.
“Staunch Hearts will ever sing in praise of you.”
Hail to You, Little Flower, Hail!
Pride of all our Love will not fail!
“We, to you, our pledge renew; fore’er we will be true!”
Please see Staunch Hearts Legacy Grant form on the following page.
*Grants are NOT based on financial need.
Alumnae Return “home” for a Visit
Amy Steinmetz Carthy, ’87, speaker at Installation,
and her niece Abigail Steinmetz, ’14
Bernadette Brill Wilk, ’62 is flanked by her granddaughters,
Aubrey Cook, ’13 and Thomasina Cook, ‘16
Carly McLaverty, ’13, Elizabeth Nimon McLaverty, ’42
and Maggie Harte, ’15
Kelsey Rae Semon, ’16, Ann Nelson Semon, ’58,
and Paige Semon, ’13
Cathleen Kerr, ’07, our speaker for the
NHS Induction, Mrs. Maureen Kerr,
Director of Admissions,
Christine Kerr, ’10, and their
proud grandmother,
Eleanor Collins Flanagan, ’52.
For School Year September 2013 - June 2014
Please Check 1 (one) Grant Category:
$1,000 Full Staunch Hearts Legacy Grant
___
10 people @ $100 each
Other Sponsor Options:
3/4 Staunch Hearts Legacy Grant
$750
___
$500
___
$250
___
___
$______
Individual Staunch Hearts Legacy Grant
Please submit form with individual checks by June 1, 2013.
1000 W. Lycoming St.
Little Flower High School
Grant Group Title: _________________________________________________________________
(example: Smith Family, St. John’s Class of 1960, Sacred Heart Sorority Class of 1970)
In Memory/In Honor of: ____________________________________________________________
Participants: (Name, LF Class, address)
1. _______________________________________________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________________________________________
4. _______________________________________________________________________________
5. _______________________________________________________________________________
6. _______________________________________________________________________________
7. _______________________________________________________________________________
8. _______________________________________________________________________________
9. _______________________________________________________________________________
10. ______________________________________________________________________________
Grandmothers Visit Little Flower
Lauren Davis, ’13 and
Sarah Mullen Corbett, ’58
Sara Brennan Waldron, ’61 and
Hannah Waldron, ’13
Shauna Flaherty’13 and
Judy Ward Flaherty, ’67
Hannah Spoerl, ’16 and
Mildred Ryan Haas, ’47
Jill Blaney, ’16 and
Marie Kuchs Hannigan, ’56
Kathleen McGovern, ’13 and
Barbara Hunter McGovern, ’55
Kiera McMonagle, ’15 and
Dorothy Gabrick McMonagle, ’58
Phyllis Scialanca Haas, ’62 and
Kimberleigh Squilla, ’13
Phyllis Barezewski Vuillermet, ’62 and
Natalie Ford, ’15
Laura Farrell, ’13 and
Elizabeth Eiselen Enoch, ’53
Elizabeth Young Baley, ’54 and
Brianna Dillon, ’13
Vanessa Blocker Jones, ’75 and
Cayla Cook, ’16
DESIGNER COACH BAG BINGO AND DINNER
PRESENTED BY
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
At the
MALTESE ROOM – Catering by Romito’s
2049 Bristol Pike
Bensalem, PA 19020
215-639-2482
FRIDAY EVENING, APRIL 12, 2013
6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Dinner served at 6:45 p.m. and Bingo will promptly start at 7:45 p.m.
COST: $35—Includes Buffet Dinner, Table Snacks, Dessert, and 12 rounds of Bingo
Additional cards available for purchase
CASH ONLY will be accepted at the event
13TH ROUND IS A 50/50 CASH PRIZE
Bracelet for wine may be purchased at the door—$3.00
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF FUN, RAFFLE BASKET AUCTION, DOOR PRIZES
Advance Ticket Purchases by March 22, 2013
No tickets will be sold at the door
**PA STATE LAW: Must be 18 years of age or older**
For more information contact Valorie Valotta Daskilewicz, ‘69 at 215-722-2116
or E-Mail Valorie at tootsdaski@aol.com (Include Coach Bingo in Subject line)
Yes, I want to play Coach Bingo on April 12
Please reserve _______ tickets. I have enclosed $_______ ($35 per ticket)
**To reserve a table of 8, please send payment all together
Please make checks payable to Little Flower Catholic High School
To receive your ticket, mail a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Sister Donna: Little Flower, 1000 W. Lycoming St., Philadelphia, PA 19140
Name _______________________________Phone: ____________________________________
Address ______________________________E-Mail ____________________________________
I AM UNABLE TO ATTEND, BUT I AM ENCLOSING A DONATION
P OSTSCRIPTS
The Advancement Office reserves the right to edit submitted information for length and style. Also, due to the large volume of
postscripts received, we reserve the right to eliminate duplicate submissions by the same person.
The following postscripts were received by December 15, 2012
1941
~~~
Kathleen Cassidy Adams informed
us that her sister, Theresa Cassidy
Platt, died on November 16. She
was a member of the Class of 1945.
Mary Carr Hendel and Al were
married at St. Martin of Tours in
1945. They have 10 wonderful children and 28 grandchildren, and in
August she had the thrill of welcoming her great-grandson, Jack Edward. In June they moved into
Normandy Farms Estate.
Mary Ann Keegan enjoyed her
trips to NJ, MD, and VA. In addition, she and her natural sister, Sister
Beatrice, ’47, spent two weeks in
Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
Margaret Nimon Walsh has two
granddaughters enrolled in Little
Flower—Mary Kate Walsh, ’14 and
Aileen Patricia Walsh, ’16.
1944
~~~
Doris Sailer Albernaz resides in
Greenville, NC where 3 of her 4
children also live and work. Seven
of their grandchildren are in college
or have graduated while 4 are below
the age of 8. “They keep us very
busy and happy!”
Marion Skiffington Flood sadly informed us that her beloved husband,
Edward, died on July 30, 2012. “We
were blessed to have had 62 beautiful years together. He is deeply
missed by our 6 children, their
spouses and our 15 grandchildren.”
Catherine Butterly Springer married Bruce in 1950. “Bruce is my
special gift from God and takes loving care of me.”
Jeanne Moore Stokes has 11 grandchildren and enjoys spending time
with them. One plays field hockey
for UNC and 2 play lacrosse—at
Duke and UVA. “So, I love sports!”
Dorothy Misnick Waldowski and
Joe have been married 66 years and
have 4 children, 10 grandchildren,
and 7 great-grandchildren. “That’s
a lot of happiness.”
Catherine Connelly Wilbur and
Herman are married 63 years and
they have 2 daughters, 1 son,
3 grandsons, and 2 great-granddaughters.
1945
~~~
Julia Burns Bradley is happy to
share that she is now the proud
great-grandmother of 10 children
and another is on the way. “Praise
God!”
1946
~~~
Betty Barr Cassidy is now living in
Brigantine, NJ. She had lived in
Florida for 23 years until Tom
passed away last year. They were
married 56 years and had 4 children
and 4 grandchildren.
Marie McGoldrick Deeney and
Jim moved into Crestwood Manor,
a Springpoint Community for Independent Living. There is so much
to do here…
Frances Dugan Tague requested
continued prayers for her greatgrandson, Patrick Larsen, who has
had leukemia since April, 2010 and
underwent a bone marrow transplant in March, 2012.
Elsie Fischer Ingram informed us
that her husband, Ed, passed away
in 2011 and she asked for prayers.
“We all miss him very much. I still
work one day a week in an antique
mall.”
Ann Simons Mackin had a wonderful time at the wedding of her
grandniece, Laura Simons, at the
Basilica of Notre Dame. Both bride
and groom are graduates of the
Class of 2011. Her father, aunt, and
Dominican Sisters who attended Little Flower, at a July 26th going away
party for Sr. Rosario who moved to Ohio.
From left to right are Sr. Catherine Marie Servis, OP attended LF ’41–’43, Sr. Ruth Elsner,
OP ’44, Sr. Rosario DiBello, OP ’41, Sr. Barbara Ebner, OP ’68, Sr. Amata (Marie)
Dawson, OP ’41, Sr. Mary Meenan, OP ’46
grandfather are Notre Dame graduates and her sister is a sophomore
there.
1947
~~~
Mary Mountain Grau is alive and
well. She was mistakenly reported
deceased in 1997.
1948
~~~
Mary Glaser Barchman welcomed
Aspen, her great-granddaughter, in
August and James, her great-grandson, in November. Mary now has 2
great-granddaughters and 4 greatgrandsons.
Catherine Getusky Burke has two
grandchildren in West Chester University. One will graduate in May
and the other will be a junior.
Dorothy Agzigian Deery had open
heart surgery at University Hospital
and is doing fine. Therapy was
wonderful at St. Joseph’s Rehab in
Meadowbrook, PA.
Marilyn Brennan McAneney
wrote: “My beloved husband,
Thomas, and I celebrated 60 years
of joy and life five days before he
passed away on September 20,
2011. He was indeed a special husband, father, and the love of my
life.”
Beatrice McManus McCloskey
and her two cousins, Ann Mullin
and Margaret Mullin, ’50, went to
Singapore and then cruised to Vietnam and Thailand.
Joan Ianni Siatkowski informed us
that her 21 year-old granddaughter,
Jennifer Siatkowski, a weapons expert with the Air Force, has just been
deployed to Afghanistan for the next
seven months. Please remember her
in your prayers.
1949
~~~
Donna Sanders Kennedy sadly informed us of the passing of her husband, Ralph, on October 1. They
were married 59 years in June.
Ralph is dearly missed by his 5 children, 15 grandchildren, 8 greatgrandchildren and 1 great,
great-grandchild!
Dolores Sachs Meintel has been a
widow for the past 9½ years. She
resides in Arizona and appreciates
her great Little Flower education.
Lenore Miller Ott is a proud LF
Alumna. Her husband, Steve, is a
retired Police Chief from Cheltenham Twp. Little Flower was and
is very special to me as a grad.
Frances Harrison Powers moved
to a retirement center and she is ex-
pecting two more great-grandsons in
January.
Dorothy Price Schaffer is living
with her daughter and son-in-law in
Langhorne since her husband
passed in 2004. She now has 12
great-grandchildren—10 boys and 2
girls.
1950
~~~
Marie Lain Adair welcomed her
37th grandchild this year!
Anna Sigmund Bebian is enjoying
her 3 year-old great-grandson,
Joshua Allen. Anna asked for
prayers for her grandson, Robert,
who is in the army and has already
served one year in Iraq.
Margaret Baker Cummings is in
need of our prayers. She suffered a
severe stroke and is mostly paralyzed.
Caroline Etzl Danglo’s granddaughter had a large Egyptian Wedding, including a belly dancer!!
Rosemarie Rumer Kazmierski has
been a member of Kaweak Delta
Hospital Guild for 30 years. She is
also a “Christopher” at the hospital.
Pat Keegan McInerney has 11
grandchildren—1 a college graduate, 4 in college, 2 in high school,
and 4 in elementary school.
Nancy O’Neill Reisig and David
celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on November 8, 2012.
Alice Kinslow Tully requested
prayers for her husband, Robert, and
for her son, David.
MAC Lab
1951
~~~
Mary Weiland Loughery is alive
and well. She was mistakenly reported deceased in the Summer
2012 Sequel.
The students in our Marketing and Media Classes as well as the Graphics Arts Classes
appreciate using this year's new Mac Lab
Frances Cannizzo spent Thanksgiving with her family from Pittsburgh and Langhorne in Dover, DE.
Elaine Granieri Capozzi and her
daughter went to Italy on a spiritual
tour for two weeks. “It was an
amazing time. We had a public audience with the Pope.”
Pat Dunne Cavanaugh is enjoying
traveling and walking tours of the
United States.
Anne Carberry Elder announced
the birth of twin boys to her granddaughter, Danielle, on October 23.
Catherine Frain Murphy has been
living in Villanova, PA for the past
10 years with her son and daughterin-law.
1952
~~~
Anita Maxheimer Burns and Gene
had two granddaughters graduating
college this past spring—Brittany
graduated Pittsburgh U and
spent two weeks in China; she
began her career as an auditor in
July with Price-Waterhouse-Cooper.
Kelsey graduated East Stroudsburg
University.
Sister Marie Cella, S.S.J. will be
celebrating her 60th Anniversary as
a Sister of St. Joseph on February 9,
2013. Rev. John H. Cella, OFM,
will be the main celebrant. Deacon
Bill Cella and Deacon Joe Cella will
be assisting.
Eleanor Collins Flanagan attended
the Alumnae Communion Breakfast
on November 4 and thought it was
very nice. Father McCaffrey celebrated a beautiful Mass; food was
good and the company was very
pleasant. “I only wish more would
attend.”
Madelyn Hill Zehren and Joe will
be married 58 years in 2013 and
they have 5 great-grandchildren.
1953
~~~
Margaret McCracken Adamczyk
is proud of her granddaughter, Kristen, who is a recipient of the St.
Therese Scholarship. Recently, they
were happy to welcome their first
great-grandchild, Caden Thomas.
Mary Connor Daisley and Dick’s
oldest grandchild, Dan, left in September for Lycoming College.
Dolores Mirsch Keifrider and Russ
have been married 58 years as of
October 23 and they have 4 children,
7 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.
Mary McMenamin Heller and
Dave welcomed their 8th greatgrandchild on October 1, 2011 and
their 25th grandchild on January 3,
2012.
Dolores Sturgis McCloskey enjoyed her trip to Ireland in August
and is looking forward to a South
Caribbean cruise in February of
2013.
Catherine Burns Lumpkin has
been blessed with a wonderful
husband for the past 58 years.
They have 8 children and 23 grandchildren.
Helene White Stec has 6 children
and their spouses and 13 grandchildren so far. Helene’s husband,
Chester, passed into eternal life on
February 25, 2012.
Veronica Kelly McKenna wrote:
“I praise God for my Catholic education and His continued daily
blessings of His Holy Spirit. After
60 years, I am still being complimented on my handwriting!”
Marjory Caffey Oliveri and her
family are expecting their fourth
great-grandchild and they enjoy
their winters in Florida.
Peg Maloney Ruland is happy to
report that they still have their sorority but it has dwindled down to just
five members. “Of course, we all
still look the same as we did back in
1953.”
Long Beach Island LF Reunion held on August 26th
Standing: Martha Graber Kremer ’72, Eleanor Bergen Deely ’53,
Marilyn Clark Maher ’54, Pat Sickinger Snyder ’51, Rita Donnelly Normington ’64,
Pat Costello Gilligan ’54, Kathy Burke Grasmeder ’55, Pat Burkart ’55,
Mary McDevitt ’49, Peg Lawless McNally ’51
Seated: Dot McDevitt Ruddy ’46, Klair McGlynn Filarski ’44,
Kathleen O’Connor Coughlin ’45, Mary Lou Diringer Denitz ‘50
Peggy Eisele Zemaitaitis noted that
they are still looking for Alumnae
here in Cape May County. “We plan
some nice luncheons to help LF.”
1954
~~~
Margaret Snyder Kurka, though a
mid-westerner by marriage, has al-
as a Diocesan Scholar; Molly, ’15 is
also an honor student, a member of
CSC, and was just accepted to the
cheerleading squad. This past July,
the girls along with three of her female cousins accompanied Barbara
to Paris, in honor of her 75th birthday. While there, they traveled to
Lisieux and visited the Basilica and
the Carmelite Monastery. It was, to
say the least, quite an adventure, full
of once-in-a-lifetime memories.
When Marge Carr Reinhardt, ’57 and
Chuck were back in the area for Marge’s
55th Class Reunion, they stopped by Little
Flower for a visit.
ways returned to “the shore” each
summer. Now their grown children
and grandchildren drive from IL to
NJ each summer! “Our prayers are
with all of the East Coast families affected by Sandy. God bless all of
you!”
Barbara Murphy Schaffroth flew
into PA in March to celebrate her
75th birthday with her twin sister,
Carol. The weather cooperated as 50
degrees prevailed.
Betty Eisele Weslawski would like
everyone to know that the Cape May
County Chapter is always looking for
new members….
1955
~~~
Lucile Drachowski Fraser and her
husband visited the Holy Land on a
pilgrimage which was an experience
of a lifetime. They went on to London to visit George’s sister and
brother-in-law.
Bernadette Herbst Loeb attended
her class’ 75th Birthday Party. “It
was well attended and so good to see
our fellow classmates.”
Barbara Hunter McGovern is so
very proud of her two granddaughters
attending Little Flower—Kathleen,
’13, a National Honors Student, a
dancer in all of the shows, and attends
LaSalle University three days a week
1956
~~~
Barbara Keeley Delaney wants her
classmates to know that Rosemary
Fitzgerald King died on June 29,
2012. She had a long, hard fight
against cancer. Rosemary had been
living in New Mexico with her
daughter. May she rest in peace.
Sue Quinto Schurr and George
will be married 55 years in June,
2013.
1957
~~~
Kathleeen Masson Abbott and
Frank celebrated their 40th Wedding
Anniversary April, 2012.
Eleanor Parsons Carsley is enjoying her mountain home and her 11
grandchildren. The oldest girl just
became engaged and now Eleanor is
looking forward to her wedding.
Bernice Juvan Crook flew to Texas
in June to see her oldest grandson
graduate from high school—what a
thrill! Her serious illness is back so
she will be moving to an apartment
which will be much easier. “Please
pray for me.”
Louise Kulick Dwinchick is enjoying serving on the Board of Directors
of the Local Chapter of the A.A.R.P.
organization as a travel advisor.
Maureen L. Sullivan-Robinson
had a wonderful time attending the
Appreciation Luncheon in April.
She and Rob celebrated their 54th
Wedding Anniversary in June. It
was an exciting family get-together
consisting of four generations of attendees from different states.
Margaret Torpey Kennedy and
Charlie are married 51 years and they
have three children—Christian,
(North Catholic, ’80), Margaretrose
Kennedy Machamer, (LF, ’81),
Dawn M. Kennedy Little, (LF, ’86).
They also have been blessed with
five grandchildren—(Stephen, 21,
Michelle, 19, Courtney, 16, Bridget,
8, and Erin, 6)
Ann Connolly Svitak and Sara
Murphy Quirple became greatgrandmoms to Abigail Paisley
Shields on August 7, 2011.
Margaret Rafferty Kling attended
the 55th Class Reunion and had a
great time. “It was fun seeing all of
the girls.”
Thank You…
The Class of 1957 Reunion Committee would like to thank all of our
classmates who attended our 55th Reunion on October 7, 2012. Those
who could not join us were remembered in prayer by Sister Eugene
Marie, IHM. Special thanks to Sister Joan Ames, IHM for all her help
and Sister Donna Shallo, IHM who traveled far to join us. Also, thanks
to Sister Patty Egan, SSJ for her traditional toast enjoyed by all. With
God's blessings, we hope to see you at our 60th!
Gratefully,
Dolly, Judy and Marie
Regina Cardell McLaughlin and
John will celebrate 54 years of marriage on “Valentine’s Day,” 2013.
They have been blessed with 6 children, 5 spouses, 12 grandchildren,
and 1 great-granddaughter. They
have survived several traumatic
health issues—“God has been good
to us.”
1958
~~~
Ann Marie Boyce Casey and Jim
celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in September. They have
3 children and 7 grandchildren.
Carolyn Runzer Dixon welcomed
another great-grandchild. Timothy
Michael McConnell, is a very welcome little guy in our family. He
has two big sisters, Molly and
Brigid.
Elizabeth Baskin Keeley informed
us that her granddaughter, Laureen
Keeley Mazza, delivered their first
great-grandchild, Mark Pattison, on
September 13, 2012.
Geraldine Horchuck Maddock
shared her good news--Daughter,
Rayann, '97 and husband, Andrzej
and son Lucas, (3) welcomed twin
boys, Adam and Scott in July. Twin
sister, Allison, '97, is planning a
May, 2013 Wedding. Daughter,
Katie, '93 and husband, Brian, have
Anna (6) and CJ (4). Daughter, Jennifer, '89 and husband, Andrew,
have Alexander (10).
Anna Mae McCartin O’Callaghan
informed us that her daughter, Tricia
Regen, has her PhD and is now a full
professor with tenure at Eastern University. Ann Mae is now retired.
Her sons, Brian and Michael, are
doing well also. She has 7 grand-
ATTENTION CLASS OF 1958
Plans are in the works for our 55th Reunion
so please mark your calendars.
The date is Sunday, October 13, 2013.
Festivities will be held at Brookside Manor at Somerton
Springs in Feasterville, PA (site of our last few Reunions).
The time will be 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. More information
will be sent to you closer to the date. We have always had
a wonderful turn out for our reunions. I hope you will
support this one as well.
Any questions please contact me at
Grandmomqueenie@aol.com or 215-637-6930.
Joan Siburkis Schott ‘58
children (4 boys and 3 girls)—the
youngest is 10 years old and the oldest is 21!
Sister Pauline Plefka (formerly
Sister Carl Joseph) celebrated her
Golden Jubilee as a Sister of St.
Joseph.
1959
~~~
Florence Napierkowski Melnichuk and Alexander recently celebrated their 51st Wedding
Anniversary. They have 2 children
and 2 grandchildren.
Helena Reinhardt Steinbach and
George are enjoying their retirement
years and attending all of the sporting events of their grandchildren☺
1960
~~~
Dorothy Miller Freeman is grateful to God for blessing her with a
supportive family and friends.
If there are any 1958 St. Martin of Tours
graduates interested in getting together
with our former classmates from SMT,
please email Barbara Dougherty Hassall at
bhassall3@comcast.net.
Barbara Weser Kennedy and
Patrick celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on May 26, 2012.
Daughter, Andrea Kelly Andrews,
gave them a surprise party.
Joan Baker McCormick is still
biking, walking and swimming
every day to try to stay fit. Family
is wonderful! She and Ed are looking forward to celebrating their 50th
Wedding Anniversary in 2014.
“Hope and pray we both make it!”
Stella Kobylakiewicz McGovern
retired from the IRS after 25 years
and moved to Anthem in April. She
will celebrate 50 years of marriage
in February, 2013 and has 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Geraldine Lauber Spilker is enjoying and thanking God for every
day here in Philly and North Wildwood, NJ and especially winters in
Jupiter, FL.
1961
~~~
Marie Bruno Brindisi and George
will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 23, 2013.
Kathleen Barczewski Derderian
was happy to see a quote from Sister
Thomas Francis, her National History Teacher, in a newsletter of the
Grey Nuns of the Sacred Heart. She
is now hoping to reconnect with
Sister.
Sandra Beisel Kitchen just celebrated 25 years working at Sandmeyer Steel Co. She is enjoying her
11 grandchildren.
Catherine Mysuna Kraynik has
been widowed for 23 years and we
started a Grief Support Group in her
parish. She made a Cursillo in
2012.
1962
~~~
Kathleen Morris Buckley lives in
Holland, PA with Jim and they have
been married for 45 years and are
grateful for their 3 children and 4
grandchildren. Kathleen retired in
2010 after being employed at two
hospitals and a medical center as a
Medical Laboratory Technologist.
Through the years, they have traveled to 10 countries and 40 of our 50
states, including living in Alaska for
two years.
Stephanie Peklak Lezniak and
John had a wonderful two-week trip
to Poland in September.
Carol Wark Vinci is happy to share
her good news—she is now a
Grandmom to their first Grandson,
Jack Charles, born on June 4. Mom
and Dad feel so blessed after trying
for seven years.
Phyllis Barczewski Vuillermet
wishes to thank Pat Hynes and the
committee for a great 50th reunion.
The “Strecker Sisters” and their grandchildren, at “Grammie Camp 2012”,
an annual week-long event held in Covington, VA.
The sisters enjoy quality time with their grandchildren beginning each day with morning
prayer. In the photo are: Ruth Ann Strecker Kepler, ’67, Beverly Strecker Kretovich, ’68,
Patricia Strecker Colwill attended LF ’69– ’71; and Marilyn Strecker Zeitfuss, ’65; with
12 of their grandchildren, ages 3 to 18 years old. The oldest Chad left for Army basic training in October.
“I am sure all had a memorable
time.”
Sally Bonawitz Walsh noted that
Nancy Homeyard Ward, ‘62 passed
on August 12, 2012, just a few
months before the 50th Reunion.
She is dearly missed.
1963
~~~
Rita Kostrzewska Churnetski
sadly informed us that her husband,
Joseph, died on July 23, 2012. Besides Rita, Joseph is survived by
daughter, Judith Agnew, son, David,
and granddaughter, Emily Hannah
Agnew.
Lucille Peterson Coe requested
prayers as she is undergoing a new
chemo treatment for her ovarian
cancer. It will be a research study.
“My faith is very strong and I am
accepting God’s will with all my
Thank You…
Pat Hynes and the ’62 Reunion Committee want to thank all who attended our
50th Class Reunion, despite Hurricane Sandy’s imminent arrival. “I hope
everyone got home safely, especially those living at the Jersey Shore, out of
state, and in Switzerland. It was wonderful to see so many of you! If you
haven’t yet viewed the great Reunion photos on Shutterfly, email me at
pat827@comcast.net, and I’ll send you a link.”
heart.” Lucille is the President of all
of the Auxiliaries of the Civil War
throughout PA.
Kathleen Johnson Desiderio and
Anthony are now retired and they
moved from Moorestown, NJ to
Penn State in Happy Valley. They
are the proud grandparents of seven
wonderful children.
Regina Keller Doherty and Doc
welcomed a new granddaughter,
Molly Melissa Lynch. Molly’s parents are Marie and Mike and she has
a big brother, Miles.
Natalie Fazzini Garner welcomed
a new granddaughter, Genevieve
Marie, on July 25. Her big sister,
Abigail Rose, is 3 years old. They
reside in Sparks, Nevada and are
doing fine.
Helen Magee toured Niagra Falls,
Ontario, and Toronto with the Roxborough “Y”. “It is a thrilling sight
to see the Falls in person and experience the fury of the Falls with a
ride on the Maid of the Mist.
Elizabeth Mahon Netsch is looking forward to the 50th Class Reunion in 2013 and hopes to see
many classmates.
Trudy Ellerkamp MacDonald retired after 48 years in nursing. She
plans to start a Ministry for the Sick
at her church. She also teachers four
yoga classes a week. Trudy has four
grandchildren.
This hand-made wooden
pennant is available for $35.00
in the Flossie Shop.
Be the first to
own this new item.
This item can not be shipped.
Kathleen Scully-Deeny returned to
the area on November 1, 2012. She
had been an insurance agent for 37½
years. She is looking forward to enjoying her retirement and her home
in Franklinville, NJ.
1964
~~~
Anna Spiekerman Janjanin and
Luke are married 46 years. They
have 4 children and 8 grandchildren—Matthew will graduate from
Ryan in June and Emily will graduate from St. Hubert.
Dorothea Powers McAndrews and
Joe celebrated their 44th Wedding
Anniversary on November 9, the
same day, their son, Christopher and
his bride, Stella, were married.
Dorothy Veasy Miles is busy
watching her grandchildren—Luke,
her youngest, turned 1 year old on
November 22, a date we all remember as JFK was killed. “I was in Sister Mary Joanna’s seventh period
Religion when it was announced.”
Barbara Klaczynska Schmidt is a
visiting Professor at Saint Joseph
University. “We love our one-year
old granddaughter, Hannah, whose
mother is Katie Griffiths Schmidt,
’02.”
Patricia Amspacher Zitter spent
Thanksgiving visiting her sister,
Denise, ’62 (Sister Marie Danielle,
S.S.N.D) in Florida. Denise is Director of Advancement at St. Petersburg Catholic High School and is
doing a terrific job down there.
1965
~~~
Lillian Fitz-Gerald and husband
Jim announce the birth of grandson,
Patrick Isaac Fitz-Gerald, to daughter, Elizabeth, in Harker Heights,
Texas on July 27, 2012. He
weighed in at 6 lbs. and 13 oz. and
measured 20” long. This is Jim’s
first and Lillian’s tenth grandchild.
Catherine Baker Lonergan recently finished another very successful Dragon Boat Season with
Philadelphia Flying Phoenix (lots of
medals). She is now ready to start
winter training. “I hope my LF sisters are keeping fit and healthy.
Let’s stay around for a long, long
time!”
Rose Marie Martino retired from
Temple Hospital after 46 years of
service in November, 2011, as a dietary technician.
ANNOUNCING
FIRST ANNUAL 5-K RUN
As “The Sequel” goes to print, we wanted you
to know that we are in the planning stage of
Little Flower’s First Annual 5-K Run to benefit
our new Legacy Grant.
Please check our website for more details.
We will also send a message out in Constant Contact to those
whose e-mails we have on file…please send us your e-mail if
you do not usually receive e-messages from Little Flower.
1967
~~~
Joan Aponik Bowden went on a
pilgrimage in November to Rome,
Fatima, Santiago de Compostela,
and Avila with a group of her New
Mexico friends.
Meredith Cahill-Marsland and Kyle
Leahy at St Helena's Catholic Church in
Napa, CA on their wedding day. Oldest
daughter of Dotti Cahill, ’68, Meredith is
a chemist/winemaker.
Anna Jasinski Zintner-Leso and
husband are expecting their 11th
grandchild in June. Congratulations, Joel and Kristin!
1966
~~~
Colette Lehner DellaGuardia and
John celebrated their 40th Wedding
Anniversary with a vacation in
Mexico. They also welcomed their
eighth grandchild this year.
Anne Francis Krolikowski is
tremendously enjoying her seven
grandchildren—ages 4 months to 8
years. “Best Wishes to all of my
classmates.”
Susan Ulmer Schipper notes that
her Grandson, Colin, is enjoying life
at Camden Catholic High School in
Cherry Hill, NJ. Susan enjoyed a
family trip to San Diego in August,
2012.
Linda Costar Haselbarth tells us
that she finally retired after 30+ fantastic years of teaching in the Archdiocese. Now, she is a full-time
Nanny to 3 of her 9 grandchildren-#10 is due in March! “God has
blessed us. I am full-time director
of the Guitar Ministry at Mary,
Mother of the Redeemer and would
love to hear from classmates.”
Rosemary Smith Teti graduated
from LaSalle University with a BSN
on May 20, 2012.
Barbara Burns Weingard became
a grandparent for the third time on
September 8 with the arrival of
Tyler Phillips.
1969
~~~
Catherine Mullen Belt plans on
celebrating her 60th birthday by
traveling to Austria with her
younger sister, Terry.
Claire McMahon Gross and Nick
have seven grandchildren: Colin,
Liam, Shane, Madelynn, Ethan,
Annabelle, and Logan.
Jacqueline Cecola Mullin can’t believe that already two of their grandchildren are in high school! Paul
CLUB 500 WINNERS
October
Patricia Shetzline DePeri, ’54
Philadelphia, PA
attends Cinnaminson High School
and Justin goes to Father Judge.
“Time flies!”
Margaret Higgins Smith and Ken
celebrated 40 years of marriage in
September and enjoyed a cruise to
the US Virgin Islands.
Regina Elia Ward graduated from
Drexel University with honors in
June, 2012. She received her MS in
Nursing and is starting a business to
help people with medical issues.
www.focushealing.com. Regina has
three precious grandchildren.
Patricia Miller Zimmer had a busy
year—son, John, was married in
April and daughter, Mary Pat, was
married in November. Patty and Ed
are both retired and living in North
Wildwood.
1970
~~~
Kathy Lauckner received her Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership on July 16, 2012. “Earning a
PhD was always my goal, from
when I started college in 1975. The
process had to endure relocation to
Las Vegas, having two children,
raising a family, working a full-time
job, and numerous detours as doctoral programs were cancelled and
committee members left or retired.
I received my BS in 1981 at Stockton State College and my M. Ed in
1990 (UNLV). It was a long time
coming but well worth it. Now,
what’s next?”
October 2012 – January 2013
December
Andrea Hendrzak Swierzy, ’69
Philadelphia, PA
November
January
Kathleen Hess Mooney, ’64
Christopher Quinn
Rio Grande, NJ
Philadelphia, PA
A big “Congratulations” to the above winners and a sincere “Thank You” to everyone who purchased
a Club 500 ticket to help support Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls.
The above winners were chosen from October 2012 through January 2013.
Madeline Finnegan McCarthy
welcomed her 11th grandchild,
Molly Melissa Lynch, on August 15,
2012. Baby joins big brother, Miles.
Deborah Borek Notarianni sadly
informed us that her husband,
Vince, (North ’68) passed on September 7 after a long battle with
Parkinson’s Disease.
Diane Dougherty Radvansky is
now a retired Nurse Practitioner.
She and Joseph are married 36 years
and they have two married children—Christopher and Catherine,
who has one child, Terence Joseph.
1971
~~~
Nancy Ferretti Quinn recounted
making plum pudding several
Christmas Eves ago. The recipe was
from Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.”
“A simple pleasure should you try it
but I suggest you keep the Plum
Pudding recipe only at Christmas.”
Frances Margarite Young welcomed her first grandchild on February 3, 2012. Callie Ann was six
weeks premature and weighed 4 lbs.
and 14 oz.
1972
~~~
Alice Halber Garbarino shared the
good news that her son, Timothy,
graduated Drexel University in June
and is now working as an Engineer
with Chalmers & Kubeck in Aston,
PA.
Patricia Gibbons Murphy noted
that daughter, Tara, is now serving
as a Jesuit Volunteer Corps for two
years in Nicaragua; she completed
one year as a Volunteer in Spokane,
WA. Patricia’s daughter, Kaitlyn,
lives and works in Manhattan.
Susan Chestnut Steger attended
her 40th Class reunion in September. “It was so good to see so many
of our classmates. A good time was
had by all.” In January, Susan is expecting the birth of her second
grandchild.
1973
~~~
Elaine Aichroth Comuso wished
the best health and happiness to all
the Little Flower families. “Keep
Smiling!”
Special Mass Intentions
Mass is celebrated weekdays during the school year in the Little Flower Chapel at 7:20 a.m. Our Alumnae are remembered in our prayer petitions each day at Mass. Additionally, a Mass is celebrated on the final Tuesday of the month for all of
our Alumnae, living and deceased.
You are always welcome to request prayers for your needs and for the needs of your loved ones. You are also welcome to
request a Mass intention. Mass intentions are usually offered for the deceased. However, mass intentions may also be offered
for the sick or for any situation in life that needs God’s attention or healing.
Please complete the following form if you are interested in sending in a Mass intention. The stipend for a Mass is $5.00.
Thank you for your goodness to our Little Flower community. May God bless you in abundance.
Name (include Maiden name):
Year:________
Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Phone No.:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Requested Mass Date (Weekday Only): ___________________________________________________________________
Second Choice (Weekday Only): ________________________________________________________________________
Mass Intention: (Name of the person the Mass is being celebrated for and the reason for the requested Mass)
Mass requested during the month of:
Please send a Mass card to:
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Please send your request and stipend payable to Little Flower High School to:
Rev. Joseph McCaffrey, Little Flower High School, 1000 W. Lycoming Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Susan Slavinski Dobrowolski is
looking forward to retirement. Son,
Andrew, will be graduating from
Penn State in May and son, Michael,
started Medical School at LECOM
in September.
Frances Tangradi Iannitto shares
her good news—“After years in the
making, our Christmas Tree Farm is
now OPEN for business.”
Karen Phelan McCarthy was promoted AVP, PMO at Penn Mutual
Life Insurance in July.
Dr. Marguerite Walsh-Trigg has
been promoted to Assistant VP
of Human Resources at LaSalle
University.
1974
~~~
Dolores Hill-Bonese requested
praying a rosary for her intentions.
1975
~~~
Pat McNeill Yost is happy to announce the upcoming wedding of
her daughter, Brittany, on April 6,
2013.
1977
~~~
Helen Steriotis Anhalt is looking
forward to the wedding of her oldest
son, John Paul, on April 19, 2014.
Save the Date
CLASS OF 1973 40TH REUNION
Sunday afternoon, October 20
Brookside Manor Feasterville, PA
Please visit s.zoomerang.com/s/LF73Reunion
to add your name to the official reunion invitation list.
Send questions to us at LF73Reunion@gmail.com
Your reunion committee contacts:
Susan Cloud Ashmore • Patricia French-Meyer
Tina Germeroth-Heller • Rita Moore Sprenkle
1978
~~~
Kathy McCarney Pantalone and
Joe are married 32 years. They have
3 grown children and 3 grandsons—
Aiden, (6), Chase (2½) and Liam (1)
1979
~~~
Margaret Muller Raffaele wrote
about her daughter, Alanna, who
graduated from CB South High
School. She is attending Immaculata University.
Susan Frank Worton and Joe will
be married 30 years in September,
2013. They have twin boys, Jacob
and Adam who are in their second
year at the University of Delaware.
1980
~~~
Kathleen Twardowski Krol and
her husband, Stan, moved to Montgomery County and will be celebrating their 25th Wedding
Anniversary next year. Kathy has a
private practice as a Family and
Play Therapist in Ambler, PA.
www.theresiliencycenter.com
Eileen Moore Morrison and Jim
celebrated 31 years of marriage in
May.
1981
~~~
Sharon McGinley Hoensch and
Glenn visited Hawaii to celebrate
their 50th birthdays and upcoming
25th Wedding Anniversary in May.
1992
~~~
Catherine Branconi Markowski
and husband, Danny, welcomed
Hope Catherine on July 6, 2012.
She joins brothers, Aidan, Noah,
and Reese!
Class of ’79
1994
~~~
Christine M. Utz Kitz has been
married for 12 years and they have
two children—Samantha is a junior
in Little Flower.
left to right: Regina Einhaus Aquino, Lynn Gillis, Karen Creedon Sklencar, Annette
Futryk Spinosi, Joan Freitag Ryan, Patricia Loughead Mullen in Center City after meeting
for lunch
1995
~~~
Eileen McMenamin DiTore and
John welcomed their second son,
James Luke, on August 31, 2012.
John is doing a great job as a big
brother!
Mary Morrow would like our
Alums to know that Sister Frances
Cabrini who taught at LF until the
late ‘80’s now resides in Camilla
Hall (610-644-1152).
1998
~~~
Christine Nangle is a TV comedy
writer in New York City.
1999
~~~
Christina Vemba is alive and well.
She was mistakenly reported deceased in the Summer 2012 Sequel.
2000
~~~
Jennifer Fitzgerald Campisi is
married to Michael (Ryan grad) and
they have three children—Jimmy,
(11), Giordana, (3), and Anthony (7
months)
Attention!
Classes of ’09, ’10, ’11, ’12
We are interested in hearing from you and about you.
Please complete the short online survey posted on the
News Section of our Little Flower website:
Katie Shultz-Pushkar and David
were married in 2005; they have two
children—Lily (6) and Nicholas (2).
Katie is a registered nurse.
Theatre Communications. She is
currently doing choreography for
The Actors’ Group in Northeast
Philadephia.
2002
~~~
Honor Keirans Furtek and Stosh
(NC ’99) welcomed daughter,
Madeline, on September 14, 2012.
2007
~~~
Brittany Beck is a Registered
Nurse at Temple University Hospital
and works in the Neuro ICU. Brittany joined the Navy Reserves as a
Nurse in September, 2012.
Kate Logan married David Lineman on October 7, 2012
2004
~~~
Mary Therese Laub graduated
in May, 2011 from Temple
University with a degree in
2009
~~~
Shelby Francks McMahon was
married to Sean (North Catholic,
’08) on June 6, 2012.
On September 1, 2014,
Little Flower Catholic
High School for Girls
will turn 75☺. If you
would like to serve on
the 75th Anniversary
Planning Committee,
please contact Sister Donna at lfpres930@hotmail.com by March
31. Sister will contact you about the details of the first meeting.
Thank you and God bless you!
Historic Charleston &
Colonial Williamsburg!
Exclusively for
Little Flower High School Alumna
Fall Adventure October 22 – 26, 2013
Tour Price Includes:
• Deluxe Motor Coach Departing from
Philadelphia area
• Four night’s accommodations
• Four deluxe continental breakfasts
• Three Dinners
• Two days local guide service in Charleston
• Luggage handling (one piece per person)
• Hotel taxes, meal taxes and gratuities
• Excludes tour guide gratuities
$889.00 Per Person, Double
Special Attactions:
• Guided tour of Charleston
• Historic Carriage Ride in Charleston
• Charleston Harbor Cruise
• Admission to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
• Admission to Colonial Williamsburg
Payment Schedule:
$100.00 deposit upon booking to reserve seat (check only) per person
$200.00 Additional deposit per person due: March 01, 2013
$300.00 Additional deposit per person due: May 01, 2013
Final payment due August 01, 2013
$375.00 additional payment for Single occupancy
Credit cards are accepted with an additional 3% fee for payments after
initial deposit
Cancellation Policy:
$50.00 non-refundable processing fee. Cancellations 60 days or less prior to departure will be
charged an additional $100.00 per person. 59 to 31 days, $250.00 per person cancellation fee. 30
days or less, no refund. Trip insurance is optional, but strongly suggested, and will be offered upon
depositing.
Enrollment Coupon
Please enroll me/us on the Historic Charleston & Colonial Williamsburg, departing October 22, 2013. Enclosed
is my/our deposit in the amount of $__________ ($100.00 per person) Please copy this form for each traveler!
Name:__________________________________________________________________________________
First
Maiden
Last
Address:________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone:___________________________Email Address________________________________________
Roomate: _______________________________________________________________________________
Please make checks payable to: World Wide Consolidated Travel, Inc. Mail checks along with enrollment
coupon to: World Wide Consolidated Travel, Inc. / 288 W. Lancaster Ave. / Malvern, PA. 19355. For more information, please contact Ann Marie Brown Hill at email: bearhill70@comcast.net or Jan (Seifert ’58) Paytas at
610-644-3000 or email: janpaytas@comcast.net or wwtrvl@comcast.net. Triple rates upon request. Quad
occupancy is only available for children under 16 years of age accompanied by an adult.
Marriott Courtyard
Philadelphia Downtown by Marriott
21 North Juniper Street
Philadelphia PA 19107
215-496-3200
Sunday Luncheon: October 27, 2013 Cocktails @12:00 PM and Lunch @ 1:00 PM. This is a time for
classmates but if you would like someone to accompany you, please feel free to do so.
Saturday Night: October 26, 2013 Get-Together, details to follow.
There is never enough time at the reunion luncheon to talk to everyone so we are arranging an optional
Get-Together on Saturday night and spouses, partners and guests are welcome to join us.
Rooms at the Marriott:
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There is a special room rate for our 50 Class Reunion.
Standard Room Single $149.00, Double $149.00 subject to applicable state and local taxes. Reservations call
1-877-212-5752, booking website, https://resweb.passkey.com/go/LittleFlower50. Please let us know who is
getting a room so we can tell how many to block.
If you have an questions regarding the reunion, you can contact the committee through our Gmail account.
1963LF.Reunion@gmail.com.
Find us on Facebook: You can search for us using the first name Flossie, last name Little Flower.
Please update your information: name (maiden and married), address, phone number and email address.
Also, please help us locate other classmates so we can send them information about the reunion.
Please email us and let us know if you are attending the Luncheon or both Luncheon and Get-Together on
Saturday night because we would like a headcount.
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Reserve the date and make plans to attend your 50 reunion.
Committee:
Jeannie Keller Doherty, Betty Bonshoff, Maria Ricardi Galvin,
Peg Mahon, Kathleen McNulty, Michelle White Rueter
Auditorium Makeover
When our Alumnae return to Little Flower Catholic
High School for Girls, they always remark on how
well kept the building is and that is true.
In 2011, we purchased a new green stage curtain containing the school seal and had just the front of the
auditorium seats upholstered. Why just the front?
These chairs are original to the building and are a
remembrance of all of our 34,000 plus cherished
Alumnae, their families and friends who sat in them
over the course of four years, their first day of school,
during Mass, Adoration, Ring Mass, Assemblies, Installations, Baccalaureate, Plays and Concerts, etc
Would you like to have a part in the restoration of the Auditorium chairs and be remembered for your
contribution? You are invited to donate $150 to dedicate an Auditorium chair in memory of or in
honor of someone special in your LF life (a special teacher, director, cast friend, or someone in your
personal life). If you are interested, please send your donation payable to Little Flower High School,
attention Sister Donna, along with the following dedication form.
Auditorium Chair Order Form
Please be specific in selecting your row and seat #
All rows – Lycoming Street Side, Center, or Café Side, begin with L to Z (no “O” row) and AA to JJ;
Seat # 1 to #11.
Your dedication will be placed on the arm of the chair
Wording of Dedication:_____________________________________________________________
Location of Chair:_____________________________________________________________
Name:__________________________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:_____________________________________Email Address__________________
Mail to: Sister Donna Shallo, IHM
Philadelphia, PA 19140
FLOSSIE SHOP ORDER FORM 2013
Color
Sizes
Price
Crewneck Sweatshirt Left Chest Embroidery LF
Item
Maroon
S-XL
$29.00
Qty
Maroon
XXL
$30.00
Maroon
XXXL
$31.00
Fleece Vest Left Chest Embroidery Rose
Maroon
S-XL
$34.00
Fleece Vest Left Chest Embroidery Rose
Maroon
XXL
$36.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Maroon
S-XL
$35.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Maroon
XXL
$37.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Maroon
XXXL
$38.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Ash
S-XL
$35.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Ash
XXL
$37.00
Hooded Sweatshirt
Ash
XXXL
$38.00
Ladies Cadet Jacket
White
S-XL
$35.00
Ladies Cadet Jacket
White
XXL
$37.00
Crewneck Sweatshirt LC Embroidery Rose w/Alumnae
Ash
S-XL
$29.00
Ash
XXL
$30.00
$31.00
Size Ord.
Total Cost
ALUMNAE
Ash
XXXL
Long Sleeve Tee Little Flower Full Front LF on back
Maroon
S-XL
$18.00
Maroon
XXL
$20.00
Maroon
XXXL
$21.00
Ash
S-XL
$18.00
Ash
XXL
$20.00
Ash
XXXL
$21.00
Tee Shirt Alumnae Full Front
White
S-XL
$14.00
White
XXL
$15.00
White
XXXL
$16.00
Long Sleeve Tee Shirt Alumnae
White
S-XL
$18.00
White
XXL
$20.00
White
XXXL
$21.00
Sweatshirt Blanket *NEW
Tan
$30.00
Baseball Cap
White
$13.00
Visor
White
$11.00
Bibs
White
$8.50
Apron
White
$14.00
Ceramic Mug
White
$6.00
Alumnae Magnet *NEW*
White
$4.00
Christmas Ball Ornament
Maroon
$6.50
Silver
$4.00
Lanyards
Maroon
$3.50
Pennants
Maroon
$3.00
Glass Mug *NEW*
$6.00
License Plate
License Plate Frame
$4.25
Ship To: ____________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Make Checks Payable to: Little Flower High School
215-455-6900 ext. 135
Subtotal: _______________________
Shipping: _______________________
Total: _______________________
Now available
Place your
order online
Shipping Charges:
Up to $35.00
$36.00 – $75.00
$76.00 – $100.00
$101.00 – $125.00
$6.00
$11.00
$13.00
$16.00
2013 REUNION BOARD
If you are interested in planning a 2013 reunion, contact Sister Joan Ames at 215-455-6900, x 118
Or by email at sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org
CLASS OF
DATE
LOCATION
1943
Sister Joan M. Ames – 215-455-6900 ext. 118
or sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org
September 29, 2013
Mass at 12 noon
followed by Luncheon
1948
Sister Joan M. Ames – 215-455-6900 ext. 118
or sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org
September 29, 2013
Mass at 12 noon
followed by Luncheon
Brookside Manor
at Somerton Spring
50 Bustleton Pike
Feasterville, PA 19053
Brookside Manor
at Somerton Spring
50 Bustleton Pike
1952
1953
1958
1963
1968
1973
CHAIRPERSON (S)
Joan Siburkis Schott – 215-637-6930 or
Grandmomqueenie@aol.com
October 13, 2013
1:00 - 5:00 pm
Betty Bonshoff – 215-822-5033 or
1963LF.Reunion@gmail.com
Michelle White Rueter – 215-322-5782
October 27, 2013
12:00 - 5:00 pm
Susan Cloud Ashmore – 267-250-4144 or
sash27@verizon.net
Tina Germeroth-Heller – 215-331-1447 or
cmh0805@gmail.com
Rita Moore Sprenkle – 610-220-3907 or
Rita.Sprenkle@siemens.com
October 20, 2013
1:00 - 5:00 pm
Brookside Manor
at Somerton Spring
50 Bustleton Pike
Marriott Courtyard
21 N Juniper Street
Brookside Manor
at Somerton Spring
50 Bustleton Pike
1977
1978
1983
1988
1993
1998
2003
2008
The St. Therese Commemorative Rose Garden
YOU can still be a part of the St. Therese Commemorative Rose Garden. Think of the person or persons who have
touched your life and whose names you would like to place at the feet of St. Therese. Give yourself and those special
people a reason to return and sit on the contemplative bench before St. Therese.
Your commemorative brick can be engraved in memory of or in honor of an Alumna, family member or friend.
Commemorative Brick Order Form
Cost: $150.00 for a 4 x 8 brick. Up to 3 lines and 15 characters per line for each brick.
Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
E-mail:
Mail to: Sister Donna Shallo, IHM
Little Flower Catholic High School
1000 West Lycoming Street
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
NON-PROFIT
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
PHILADELPHIA, PA
PERMIT NO. 2294
NEW ADDRESS?
Please be sure to notify
Little Flower Alumnae/Advancement Office
if your address has changed.
E-mail sjames@littleflowerhighschool.org or
Call 215-455-6900 x 118
DO YOU HAVE CONTACTS WHO CAN HELP LF?
This year, Santa Claus came a little
early to Little Flower Catholic High
School for Girls! On Wednesday, December 18, the teachers received
iPads. In September, we are going to
phase in the use of iPads in our curriculum, beginning with the Class of
2017. The teachers will receive five
days of instruction on this valuable
teaching tool throughout the second
semester.
In order to prepare the building for
this new technology, we have to upgrade our infrastructure over the summer. As you know, Little Flower was
very well built in 1939, and it is going
to be a very labor-intensive and expensive project—$50,000.
If you have connections with people who support technology projects,
please let Sister Donna know. Maybe
we can ask SEVERAL donors to fund
this since $50,000 is a lot for ONE
Foundation. Thank you!

Winter 2013 Issue - Volume 70 No 1

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