Spring 2015 - The St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation

2015 Spring/Summer
Update with
2014 Honor Roll
TO RESTORE AND PRESERVE OUR HERITAGE
Dear Friends and Supporters,
s the new Chairman of the St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation, I am honored that the Foundation Board has
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entrusted me with its leadership this term. I thank our past Chairman, Ed Cichurski, for his twenty + years of
dedicated service to the Foundation and Basilica; the last three years as our Chairman. Ed was one of the original
members of the Board and it is through his, and their efforts that the Basilica is still the magnificent structure that
we see today. I also thank Susan Rabe, the Foundation’s President & CEO, for her tireless day-to-day work on behalf
of the Foundation and the Basilica.
I am originally from Omaha, Nebraska and have been in Milwaukee for five years. I serve as the Fire Chief for the
City of Milwaukee. Not too long after my arrival, Susan Rabe, President of the Basilica Foundation called and asked if I wanted to take a tour of the Basilica. During that tour, she asked if I might be interested in the Foundation’s work. What she did not know at the time was my passion for historic buildings. Within six months, I decided working with the Foundation to help maintain and preserve this landmark would be an honor.
For the past twenty + years, many wonderful faithful volunteers have served as Foundation Board Directors. These men and women, from all parts of our great community, have been guided by the Foundation’s mission, to preserve, restore, and enhance the Basilica of St. Josaphat. All we have to do is look at the glory and grandeur of this historic structure to know they have been extremely successful. The partnership between the
Foundation, the Franciscans, and the parish has truly saved and restored the Basilica of St. Josapaht.
As the new Board Chairman, my vision and goal is simple: to continue the great work of the Basilica Foundation.
Just like with any beautiful historic building, the Basilica needs constant care and upkeep. As we look to the future,
we need to continue to raise funds, to be passionate about our mission, and to realize our mission is ongoing.
The future holds challenges but also great hope. The Board is comprised of an excellent and enthusiastic group
of individuals who have a genuine love of the Basilica; they are committed to looking forward to do the work of
preserving, restoring, and enhancing this iconic landmark.
Currently, the Board is evaluating and prioritizing the most pressing needs of the building. We have obvious needs
like the restoration of some of the stonework and roofs, and we have a dream of finishing the lighting of the
exterior by lighting the dome. These two projects and others will be undertaken and completed as the work of the
Foundation continues.
Finally, I want to thank all of you for giving your time, talents, and
money to preserve our Basilica. I don’t think we can overemphasize
the importance of the Basilica as a historic city landmark, a church,
and a lasting testament of the hard working immigrants who built the
Basilica and the City of Milwaukee. Your generosity over the years has
been amazing; I ask you all to remember that our work is not done, it
is ongoing. Your continued support is needed and appreciated. Again,
thank you for your love of the Basilica and your generous support.
God Bless each of you!
Mark Rohlfing
Chairman
St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation
Mark Rohlfing
*Cover: Jesus and the Children window, Donor Chapel, John Paul II Pavilion & Visitors Center
Meet Our New Board Director
Very Rev. Michael Zielke, OFM Conv.
Minister Provincial, St. Bonaventure Province
Fr. Michael Zielke is from Baltimore, Maryland and was ordained in 1989.
He has held numerous leadership roles since then; most notably Religion Teacher
and Chair of the Religious Studies Dept. at The Archbishop Curley School, and the
Campus Minster at Western Connecticut State University. Before being elected
Minister Provincial of the St. Bonaventure Province in 2014, Fr. Michael was
Pastor/Rector of the Basilica of St. Stanislaus in Chicopee, Massachussetts.
Peter Kebba
Very Rev. Michael Zielke
Q.Why is being a part of the St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation so important to you?
A.
Being part of the Basilica Foundation is very important to me because I am the Minister Provincial of St.
Bonaventure Province. The Basilica of St. Josaphat has been given to us, the St. Bonaventure Province of the
Conventual Franciscians, in perpetuity by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. We have been entrusted with the care of
one of the most beautiful churches in the Midwest. Being a Director on the Basilica Foundation Board only excites
me even more to be faithful to the mission of the Basilica of St. Josaphat.
Q.How is the Basilica a vital aspect of the Milwaukee community?
A.
The Basilica of St. Josphat is a vital aspect for the entire Milwaukee community because it is a testament
to the Polish people who built a “royal house” to worship God. By the way our founding fathers and mothers who
struggled to save their money - it reminds people of good faith that with hard work and dedication to family and
God, nothing is impossible to accomplish in our great country.
Q.What
do you hope to achieve in your position as a new Board Director toward the
Foundation’s mission to preserve, restore and enhance the Basilica of St. Josaphat?
A.
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I hope to encourage the Board Directors, our supporters, and the community as Minister Provincial, and
express our appreciation for all that has and is being done to preserve, restore, and enhance this great architectural
structure for future ages. I am grateful for the partnership that exists between the Province, Foundation, and
our friends and supporters. With the members of the Foundation ready and willing to assist with the mission of
the Basilica of St. Josaphat, it empowers the Franciscans to be of more service to the Gospel in building up God’s
Kingdom.
Feature
Stained Glass: How it’s made
When you think about the beauty of the Basilica of St. Josaphat, one thing that may come to mind is its stained glass.
Churches all over the world have been revered and remembered for the brilliant color and styles of their windows.
The Basilica stands out amongst them all.
The process of creating stained glass has remained relatively the same for hundreds of years. This style of art first
flourished in Europe during the Medieval Period. The intended purpose for this medium was to tell stories. The
windows depict scenes from the Bible to help teach and explain its lessons to the parishioners of the church. This is a
very dynamic form of art which can change depending on location. Different regions around the world must take into
consideration the amount of light they receive and the weather. This will determine what kind of window will help
regulate temperature, and what size and color will work best in the space to create the desired affect.
Conrad Schmitt Studios, who have worked with the Basilica’s
windows since 1926, allowed us to tour their facilities
and explained the process of making stained glass.
Step One:
First, the artisans commission a design for the window.
They must consider the location and available light,
surrounding architecture, existing interior design, and the
purpose of the window. They then decide the color scheme
and what type of glass will be used. Most common,
Historic Conrad Schmitt Studios Glass Shop
comparable to what is in the Basilica, is traditional glass.
Traditional styled stained glass is often heavily painted with biblical scenes and classical architecture.
Step Two:
A full drawing of the window, called a “cartoon” is created. This will be used as the template for the window.
Step Three:
A palette of glass is selected and “Glaziers”, the artists, cut the glass into individual pieces
following the cartoon.
Step Four:
Next, various glass treatments such as painting,
staining, etching, etc is applied.
Step
Five:
Painting the individual pieces of glass
The glass is fired in a kiln at 1,200° Fahrenheit to adhere the paint to the glass.
Step Six:
A lead matrix is created, piece by piece, to bind all the glass pieces together. The lead is then soldered on
both sides and glazing putty is “thumbed” under the lead to add support and weather resistance to the
glass.
Step Seven:
Last, reinforcement bars are added to provide additional support to
the window.
Conrad Schmitt Studios explained to us that the windows they create and
restore are installed and handled by trained studio craftsmen throughout
every process including transportation and installation; to protect the
artwork.
Soldering the lead pieces
Conservation and Restoration
To conserve or restore an existing window the artisans must take into
consideration the history of the work, artistic significance, materials used, and the budget of the client. Applying
the glazing
putty
between
the glass
& lead
They begin with an extensive process of examination and
documentation. Rubbings and sketches are done to record the exact measurements as well as every aspect of the glass and leading texture. All of this information is then gathered into a permanent record which serves as a guide for the studio performing the work and the owner of the window. According to Conrad Schmitt Studios, much of the preservation
community advocates conservation over restoration. What’s the difference? Conservation tries to save every piece of glass except those that are beyond repair. It preserves the original artists hand and simply cleans the glass and secures it to its frame. Restoration returns the glass to its original appearance. The broken glass is matched then replaced, the painting is replicated, and it goes Rubbing of the window to record exact measurements
through the kiln firing process again. The results from both preservation practices are dramatic. The artwork is completely revitalized and, once installed, breathes new life into the space.
The windows in the Basilica of St. Josaphat definitely bring life to the building, that is why the Foundation is adamant in protecting and
preserving them and their historic and artistic significance. See more stained glass images on our website.
Inspection before re-installation
*Images Courtesy of Conrad Schmitt Studios
Honor Roll 2014
Thank you to all who gave a gift in support of the St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation in the year 2014. We have
made every effort to provide an accurate list. If an error has been made, please accept our apologies.
Copper Dome Society
$10,000 + St. Francis of Assisi Circle
James A. Fischer Estate
$1,000 + Fr. Grutza Circle
Tom & Mary Ann Dyer
Dr. Christopher & Ann Evanich
Donald J. Gavinski
Dr. Daniel Guehlstorf
Gene & Ann Haderer
Nic S. Hoyer
Frank & Christine Jakubczak
Conrad & Kathleen Kaminski
Carol Kasza
Mark & Bridget Kirkish
Dr. William & Florence Kortsch
Timothy Kreinus
Alexander P. & Sharon Rae Landergott Durtka, Jr.
Michael & Christine Ostopowicz
Cletus Rivard
Miroslaw & Anna Rogalski
Jean Steinhafel
Ronald Szymanski
Randal & Sharon Zabrowski
All Other Donors
Rev. Karl Acker
Enrique Aldana
Anonymous
Emme Babcock
Keith Baisden
James & Nora Barry
Ms. Dorothy G. Bauman
Joseph Benbenek
Mrs. Jeannette Berbaum
Vivian P. Beres
Mr. & Mrs. Richard C. Bergmann
Donald E. & Barbara A. Beyer
Mrs. Genevieve Biadasz
Barbara A. Bishop
Allen & Mary Jane Bochat
Michael & Lori Boehmke
Felicia Bogdanski
Gerald & Priscillia Bormann
Mr. Vern & Dorothy Bowers
Joyce Broderick
Irene Brown
Ruth Bruskiewitz
Rita Buczynska
Geraldine Buesner
John & Mary Cappellari
Mr. George R. Carbray
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Cesarz
Michael R. & Mary L. Cesarz
Mr. & Mrs. John Charnon
Christian Ladies Guild, Nativity of the Lord Congregation
Mark T. Chwalek
Mr. & Mrs. Edward and Diana Cichurski
Patricia Costello
Dr. & Mrs. John and Shirley J. Czajka
George & Laurie Czechowski
Maripat Dalum
Gordon & Margaret Daniel
Frank C. DeGuire
Mr. Gerald DeMers
Ernest & Judy Desautels
B. J. Doyle
Charles F. Drake III
Dr. & Mrs. Christopher Drayna
Douglas Dropp
Keith H. Ecke
Christiane Endres
Mr. & Mrs. Armin Engelmann Jr.
Carl & Elsie Evenson
Mary Kay Feeney
Gary Feider
Rita & Raymond Feldmeier
Michael & Nancy Ferguson
Ms. Ruth Fina
Gerard Fitzpatrick
Mr. George E. Forish Jr.
William & Margaret Fortman
Harold W. & Karen Francisco
Jean Fredette
Jean Frontczak
Chet & Vera Gardeski
John & Sylvia Gares
Joseph & Dolores Gawel
Robert L. Giese
Daniel Wagner & Lisa Godfrey
Kevin & Eileen Goniu
Dennis & Diane Gralinski
Sybil Grandeck
Mary Anne Gross
Steve & Kathy Grzendzielewski
Kacey Gumina
Karey Gumina
Konner Gumina
Kyle Gumina
Paul Gumina
Peter Gumina
Rayne Gumina
Thomas P. & Karen A. Guszkowski
Vivian L. Guzniczak
Mr. David L. Haase
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph L. Heil
Doris Herbst
Augusto Hernandez
Rose Marie Hernet
Anne Hoerburger
Steven Hoisington
Ms. Barbara Holt
James Holtyn
Ms. Jeanette Honsa
James & Mary Hughes
Bishop Donald J. Hying
All Other Donors (cont’d.)
Shannon K. Jacobi
John & Marge Jacoby
Mr. Dennis Jaeger
Greg & Jacquelin Jagmin
Nancy Jagmin
George Jaloviar
Bernard J. Janecki
Mr. & Mrs. C. H. Janiszewski
Mr. Erwin Jankowiak
Joe & Meg Jansky
Dolores A. Janus
Kris Jarantoski
Gary & Janet Jensen
Ms. Eileen Johnson
Mr. Richard K. Johnson
Ms. Rachel J. Jones
Steve & Barbara Kaainoa
Rev. Robert C. Kacalo
Barbara A. Kaja
Donald & Nancy Karnowski
Dolores & John Karpinski
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Kaufenberg
Mrs. Geraldine & C. Keegan
James Hayes & Catherine Keig
Mary L. Kensik
Mr. & Mrs. James J. King
Peter Klebba
Jerry & Bonnie Kleczka
Lillian Kolasinski
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kolb
Jan G. Kolek
Mr. David S. Koller
Audrey J. Komarek
Gilbert R. Kontowicz
Joseph & Krystyna Kopec
Mr. George Kriegl
Marilyn Kros
Thomas P. Krukowski
Mr. & Mrs. David A. Kucej
Joseph & Elizabeth Kuczkowski
Mr. Eugene F. Kujawa
Daniel & Dorothy Kulasiewicz
Robert & Susan Kustra
Dr. Richard A. Labinski
Dennis & Mary Laudon
James R. Leifer
Mark M. Leitner
Gordon Levine
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley and Lorraine Ligas
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Ligman
Fr. Thomas F. Lijewski
Jeff Lisota
Mr. & Mrs. Marcus C. Low Jr.
Robert & Donna Lucht
Alan & Kathleen Luening
JoAnn & Robert Maas
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas MacNeil
Irena Macek
Jose Macias
Matthew & Amy Maclean
Marta Makarska
John & Betty Maliszewski
Mr. Joseph A. Manago
Raymond & Theresa Markowski
Cynthia Marler
Mr. Jerry W. Martynski
John Maurer
Margaret McCaustland
J. A. McKale
Steven & Marisa McTavish
Mr. & Mrs. Paul W. Meyer
Fr. James Miara
Gregory Milleville
Genevieve Molling
MaryAnne Molter
Robert & Leonor Montemayor
Jason Mottl
Thomas & Laurie Mulhaney
Joan Mulligan
Frederick A. Muth Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. Naddeo
John A. Gurda & Sonja J. Nelson-Gurda
Jim Nitz
Mr. & Mrs. James Norgord
Virgina Novak
Ms. Rosie Marie Nowak
Ken & Lisa Nowakowski
Agnes E. Obst
Donald & Judith Rae Olesinski
Paul Patt
Rev. Richard Patt
Daniel J. Payette
Barbara Pelton
Michele & John Peña
Patricia Peplinski
Ms. Caroline Perkins
Lawrence & Donna Pias
Dorothy Piechowiak
Mr. R. M. Piotrowski
Jim & Cheri Polinski
Polish American Congress - WI Division
Daniel & Connie Pronley
Justin Queen
Mitchell & Herdy Rabiega
Mr. Robert E. Radtke
Mr. Ralph Ramczykowski
Catherine Way & Edward Ramthun
Arnold & Diane Ritzinger
John & Pat Rodell
Joyce Rudzinski
Corine Ruhl
John & Karen Rutt
Dr. & Mrs. James A. and Janet Rydlewicz
Keith & Kathy Sawin
Gerald M. Schaefer
Jared & Lynn Schilz
W. Peter Schmitt
Tom & Carolyn Schoenauer
Brian T. Schoenleber
Mr. Donald J. Schrauth
Jeffrey & Kathleen Schultz
Bernadette Scott
Martha Jane & Jerrold Secosh
William Skibinski
Michael & Gloria Skwierawski
Dolores Slane
Steven & Mary Beth Smith
Dan Sobczak
Michael Stuckmeyer
Salomea Sturgulewski
Mrs. Suzanne M. Swiezynski
Thomas J. & Marilyn A. Swiontek
Mary Ann Szwalkiewicz
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph & Casmira Tanty
Carol Ann Temmer
Beatrice Terski
Mr. & Mrs. Don Thompson
Llewellyn & Alice Tietz
Caitlin & Matthew Timm
Norbert & Mary Tlachac
Sandra Trinastic
Steven & Denis Trinkl
Robert & Monica Trussoni
Ann Trzebiatowski
John Tuohy
Mr. & Mrs. Richard P. Turzinski
Florence Tylke
Chris Velar
Kristina Velar
Mari Velar
Marijo Velar
Tommy Velar
Alois A. Volm
Aurelia Walczak
Ron Wallenfang
Richard & JoAnn Waltz
Matthew Terski & Kun Wang
Mrs. Patricia Warchol
Mr. Thomas Was
Francis & Mary Wasielewski
Laurence & Susan Wauck
All Other Donors (cont’d.)
John Weber
Lawrence W. Weidmann
Ellen Welch
Mackie & Sandy Westbrook
Del & Kim Wilson
Terry L. Witkowski
Troy Wohlt
Marion Wojtkowski
Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Wolf
Allan & Susan Young
Suzanne Zblewski
James & Eleni Zemlyak
In Memorial
Copper Dome Society
$25,000 + Landmark Legacy Circle
Mr. Henry D. Graner
+ Mary Grabowski
+ Barbara M. Graner
+ Margaret Graner
$2,500 + Breilmeier Circle
Rosalinde K. Barker + Geraldine Ruth Kasprzyk Barker
$1,000 + Fr. Grutza Circle
Joyce Britt + Walter “Skip” Britt
Sophia Bruskiewitz
+Agnes Mohalski
+The Stryjewski Family
Bernadyna C. Dulka + Joseph & Salomea Dulka
Mary Ann Klapinski + Bernadette A. Klapinski
Alexander P. & Sharon Rae Landergott Durtka, Jr.
+ Alexander Durtka, Sr.
+ Roman H. & Georgia D. Landergott
Dr. Mark & Michele Meier
+ Maria Gerasci & Evan Meier
+ Rosemary Jansen
Friends & Family of Virginia Weber + Virginia “Jean” Weber
Rev. Herbert B. Schubert + Ben & Theresa Schubert
Alan & Joanne Todryk + Anthony & Janina Todryk
All Other Donors
Richard A. & Joan F. Abdoo + Nancy Gunderson
R. and V. Adams + Nancy Gunderson
Beverly Alexander + Florence Zielinski
Anonymous + Nancy Gunderson
Archdiocese of Milwaukee & Archbishop Jerome Listecki
+Nancy Gunderson
Kathleen Arnas + Roy Arnas
John & Virginia Balen + Virginia Weber
Anne & Jon Bales + John J. Radomski
Deacon William A. Banach
+ Virginia Weber
+ Jane Banach
Nancy Barker + Anton Kasprzyk
Jadwiga T. Bartnik + Stefan Bartnik
Basilica of St. Josaphat Holy Name Society + Edward Krass
Mr. & Mrs. James J. Berenz + Mr. & Mrs. Alfred J. Berenz
Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Bialobrzeski + Deacon Daniel Bialobrzeski
Helen Bienio Kniseley + Josephine & Konstanty Bienio
Anthony & Geraldine Biskup + Eugene Laskowski
Frances Borkowski + Leonard L. Borkowski
Daniel Bruskiewitz + Agnes Mohalski
Jane Bruskiewitz + Agnes Mohalski
Leonard Bruskiewitz + Agnes Mohalski
Paula Bruskiewitz + Agnes Mohalski
Ruth Bruskiewitz + Agnes Mohalski
Constance & William Carter + Casey & Sylvia Dreyer
Antonia Chavez + Lara-Chavez Families
Bonnie Christman + Virginia Weber
Bernadette Chrobat Zych + The Chrobat Family
Mark T. Chwalek + Leonard R. Chwalek
David & Deborah Ciepluch + Adrian Choinski
Ann Coates + Agnes Mohalski
Joan Coates + Agnes Mohalski
Kevin Cornnell + Kathleen VerBunker
Amy Cox + Florence Zielinski
Mary Crane + Joseph & Eleanor Szafranski
Ida Crivello + Nancy Gunderson
Carl & Mary Beth Czajka + Virginia Weber
James & Constance Czajka + Virginia Weber
Mr. & Mrs. John R. Dunn
+ Nancy Gunderson
+ Michael Holden
Rebecca Dysland + Florence Zielinski
Dennis & Linda Eaton + Florence Zielinski
Richard M. Gaskell + Lois Jane Gaskell
Marilyn Gavin
+ Roman & Caroline Gavin
+ Pauline Dropp
In Memorial (cont’d.)
Russell & Marjorie Ebbinger + Nancy Gunderson
Ron & Diane Ebly + Louis & Bernice Jablonski
Mr. & Mrs. Sherwin F. Ehmke + Agnes & Stanley Gwitt
Carlin, Diaz and Arenas Families + Barbara A. Tolan
Robert & Judith Fischer + Edward Krass
Monica Fleming + Nancy Gunderson
Catherine Meyer & Mark Frankowski + Virginia Weber
Philip & Karen Friedl + Nancy Gunderson
Judith Gardetto + Nancy Gunderson
Lou & Michele Gentine + Nancy Gunderson
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Gerasopoulos + Mr. & Mrs. Lee Palkowski
Deanna Gillitzer + Nancy Gunderson
James E. Gonyo
+ Dolores Gonyo
+ Henry & Gertrude Serwa
Grace J. Goodwin + Merlin R. Goodin
Sharon & Daniel Goodmann + Virginia Weber
Mr. & Mrs. Loyal Grinker + Edward Krass
Julie & Joseph Haertle + Virginia Weber
Wanda Hagerty + Barbara A. Tolan
Brent Harris + Shawn Harris
Elizabeth J. Hernet + Anthony & Elizabeth Hernet
Rose Marie Hernet + Anthony & Elizabeth Hernet
Nancy & Jim Hurley + The Lubinski & Kanaskie Families
George Jaloviar + Stephen & Wilma Jaloviar
Dolores A. Janus + Virginia Weber
Barbara & Edward Janusiak + Clement & Shirley Sobczak
Lynn Janusz + Virginia Weber
Eileen Jarecki + Nancy Gunderson
Jeffrey & Mary Jarecki + Nancy Gunderson
Ms. Eileen Johnson + Victoria Johnson
Emmett Michael Jordan + Eugene & Eileen Wozny
Rev. Robert C. Kacalo + Joseph & Marilyn Kacalo
Kristine Kadlec + Caroline Teteak Kadlec
Florence R. Kaspryk Ziemnicki + Ervin & Kenneth Kaspryzyk
Gail Keniski + Edward & Eve Wroblewski
Ms. Dolores M. Kirchen + Bill & Billy
Russell & Lynn Kitzke + Nancy Gunderson
Fr. Tim Kitzke + Fr. Tom Kerstein
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Kleman + Florence Zielinski
Dolores Kling + Max and Martha Kling
Russell H. Knetzger + Harry C. Knetzger
Michael Kodzik + Cecilia Kodzik
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kolb + Nancy Gunderson
Mr. David S. Koller + Walter Koller
Mr. & Mrs. Antoni Kopec + The Kopec & Moskal Family
Dr. & Mrs. Stanley and Mary Korducki
+ Fr. Robert Joseph Switanowski, OFM Conv.
+ Nancy Gunderson
Benedict & Lee Kordus + Benedict & Marie Kordus
Richard & Regina Koronkowski + Helen Koronkowski
Scott & Marisa Koss + Virginia Weber
Karen Koury + Barbara A. Tolan
Donna Kozina + Joan Kozina
Michael & Beverly Krass
+ Edward Krass
+ Virginia Weber
+ Florence Zielinski
Claude & Susan Krawczyk + Virginia Weber
Dorothy Krchnavek + Esther Tuziak
Allan & Ann Elise Kryszak + Virginia Weber
Lori Krzyzanowski + John J. Radomski
Linda & John La Tour + Virginia Weber
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Landgraf
+ Jerome Carek
+ Janice Landgraf
Glenn & Bernadyne Langer + Nancy Gunderson
Florentine Laudon + Edward Krass
Jean M. Lensing + Roland & Arlene Zurowski
Nancy Lisiecki + John Lisiecki
Sally Litka
+ Bud Kanaskie
+ Jean Kanaskie
Helen Lubinski + Florence Zielinski
Elaine Ludka + Virginia Weber
Alan & Kathleen Luening
+ Fr. Robert Joseph Switanowski, OFM Conv.
Bradley & Melissa Lutgen + Nancy Gunderson
Susan Margraff + Dr. Francis Charapata
Frank & Rose Mary Matusinec + Helene & Leon Wozniak
Marlene A. McClure + John F. Clark
Mark & Susan Miazga + Florence Zielinski
Ms. Barbara J. Michaels + Edwin & Genevieve Michaels
Judy Moczydlowski + Frank & Anna Moczydlowski
Judy Morgan + Virginia Weber
Walt & Patricia Morzy + William Podkomorzy
Gerry & Linda Mueller + Marjorie Maertz & Phillip Moffat
Michael Murawski + Joseph & Cecile Grabowski
Adell Murphy + Lucy & John Polczynski
Robert & Vida Nairn+ Nancy Gunderson
Mary Nawotka + Fr. Robert Joseph Switanowski, OFM Conv.
Mr. & Mrs. James N. Nelson
+ Fr. Robert Joseph Switanowski, OFM Conv.
+ Florence Zielinski
Ignatias J. & Betty M. Niemczyk
+ Red Elder
+ Jill J. Niemczyk
Mrs. Betty Jane Nitkowski
+ Harry R. & Jane Nitkowski
+ Virginia Weber
In Memorial (cont’d.)
Rita & Robert Nowak
+ Virginia Weber
+ Florence Zielinski
Paul Nowakowski + Florence Zielinski
William & Amy O’Connor + Florence Zielinski
Michael & Christine Ostopowicz
+ Edward Krass
+ Florence Zielinski
PNA Council 8 + Albert Ostrenga
Janice Pagel + Florence Zielinski
Dr. Eileen K. Panacek + Eva Galant
Thomas & Jane Paul + Virginia Weber
Leonard Pawlowski + Laverne Pawlowski
Susan Piontek + Raphael Piontek
Ms. Barbara Piotrowiak + Carole Tuchel
Susan Plewa + William & Felicia Kowalkowski
Jane M. Pranke + Frank H. Pranke
Laura Pricee + The Deceased Members of Kanaskie & Judziewicz Families
Gail & Robert Prindiville + Virginia Weber
Ms. Agnes Proell + Heinz Proell
Susan & Gregory Rabe
+ Richard M. Gaskell
+ Joyce Klamert
Mitchell & Hedy Rabiega
+ Lorraine Pelishek
+ Jean R. Talaska
James Randomski + John Randomski
Theresa Repetti + Virginia Weber
Carol Richards + Nancy Gunderson
Paul & Jeanne Richlen + Nancy Gunderson
Kathleen Rickert + Florence Zielinski
Robert & Betty Riedner + Florence Zielinski
Ruth & Leroy Riese + Florence Zielinski
David & Cynthia Roark + Virginia Weber
Julie Rolfes + Florence Zielinski
Gervase & Bev Rose + Nancy Gunderson
Bernice Rossini + Nancy Gunderson
Patricia & Ken Rozek + Pearl & Irving Larsen
John & Jackie Rozga
+ Nancy Gunderson
+ Geraldine L. Jankowski
+ Vito Vitulli
Mary Ellen Rozga
+ Fr. Robert Joseph Switanowski, OFM Conv.
+ Florence Zielinski
Thomas & Gloria Rozga
+ Betty J. Cavender
+ George Determan
+ Cecilia Kodzik
+ Linda Schneider
+ Charlotte Schwartzhoff
+ Catherine Swiatek
+ Helen Taczala
+ Virginia Weber
+ Florence Zielinski
Tillie M. Saldty + Florence Zielinski
James & Suzanne Sass + Nancy Gunderson
Joan Satorius + Marilyn Gavin
Jerry & Kathy Schaefer + Nancy Gunderson
Joan Schultz + Adeline Mross
Timothy M. Smith + Majorie Smith
Kenneth & Sally Smits + Nancy Gunderson
Ronald & Diana Sobczak + Virginia Weber
Thomas Jones & Susan Sorlien + Nancy Gunderson
St. Roman Parish Festival + Virginia Weber
Randy & Sandra Steiner + Nancy Gunderson
Ruth M. Stevens + Edward M. Stevens
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph R. & Pamela Stiglitz
+ Josephine Moderski
+ Ray & Marian Moderski
+ Virginia Weber
Harriet Swider + Walter Swider
Barbara F. Szabelski + Don Szabelski
Dr. & Mrs. Alfred P Szews + Nancy Gunderson
James Thom + Nancy Gunderson
Florence Tylke + Judith Fields
Mari Velar + Nancy Gunderson
Mark & Yvonne Wagner + Michael Stikel
Theodore Bonner & Catherine Wagner + Ann Orzech
Wilbur & Virginia Way + Daniel & Catherine Wozniakiewicz
Robert M. Weber + Virginia Weber
Ms. Carrie L. West + Caroline Koehler
Mark & Pamela White + Florence Zielinski
Arthur & Mary Ann Wigchers + Nancy Gunderson
David Wilda + Charles Wilda
Kathleen J. Wisniewski + Edward & Sylvia Radomski
Gregory & Marilou Wnuk + Alice & Louis Wnuk
Clarence Wudi + Florence Zielinski
Gerard & Christine Zawikowski
+ Theodore & Dorothy Zawikowski
Daniel Zielinski + The Frank & Mary Zielinski Family
Alice M. Zurowski + Deceased Members of the Linewski Family
In Honor
$1,000 + Fr. Grutza Circle
Alexander P. & Sharon Rae Landergott Durtka, Jr.
- Phyllis Durtka
All Other Donors
Aaron H. Aizenberg - C. J. Krawczyk
Paul & Kathleen Bromley - Polish Heritage
Kevin Cornnell - George VerBunker
Mary Crane - Engagement of Linda Szafranski & Ed Thompson
Benjamin J. Glicksman - C. J. Krawczyk
Shannon K. Jacobi - Steven Trinkl
John & Garbo Jasik - Mr. & Mrs. Edward and Diana Cichurski
Geraldine M. Kallas - James Kallas
Mary Ellen Karakis - Colleen Lese & Thomas Karakis, Sr.
Helen Kniseley - Parents
Matthew & Amy Maclean - C. J. Krawczyk
Judy Moczydlowski - Paul Trzebiatowski
Michael Murawski - Evelyn Murawski
Benjamin Prinsen - C. J. Krawczyk
Susan & Gregory Rabe - Fr. Paul Joseph Langevin, OFM Conv.
Barbara Sarenac - Health of Barbara Sarenac’s Children &
Grandchildren
Building Fund Donors
Thank you to all who gave a gift towards our building projects in 2014! Your generous support helped us complete
the refurbishment of the main entry exterior stairs in 2014, and plan for future projects.
Copper Dome Society
$25,000 + Landmark Legacy Circle
Estate of William Selerski
$5,000 + Basilica Artisans Circle
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph L. Heil
In Memorial & In Honor
Copper Dome Society
$5,000 + Basilica Artists Circle
Anonymous + CML
All Other Donors
Anne & Jon Bales + John J. Radomski
Joy Litkowski Fotsch & Bill Fotsch
- Nana Fotsch
Michael R. Kulas + Agnes Mohalski
Robert J. & Karen J. Mohalski
+ Agnes Mohalski
Vic & Carolyn Vargo + John J. Radomski
Foundations and Corporations
Copper Dome Society
$1,000 + Fr. Grutza Circle
Hungzinger Construction Company
All Other Donors
AmazonSmile Foundation
Baird Foundation, Inc.
Best Insurance Services
Bilt-Rite Furniture + Morton Komisar
CG Schmidt, Inc.
Frank G. and Frieda K. Brotz Family Foundation, Inc.
George L. N. Meyer Family Foundation, Inc.
Herbert H. Kohl Charities, Inc.
Holt Family Foundation
Krawczyk, Duginski & Rohr, S. C. + Nancy Gunderson
Lenard Tool & Machine, Inc.
North Shore Trust and Savings + Barbara A. Tolan
Streich Family Foundation
Superb Services LLC
The GE Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Tom’s Auto Maintenance, Inc.
Wisconsin Energy Foundation
“Renewing a Destination of Inspiration”
Anonymous
Dr. Francisco Aguilar & Elizabeth Ross*
Bishop William Patrick Callahan, OFM Conv.*
Mr. & Mrs. Edward and Diana Cichurski*
John & Denise Grogan*
James & Mary Hughes* + Donald Schuenke
C.J. & Julie Krawczyk*
Claude & Susan Krawczyk*
Robert J. & Mary C. Nowakowski*
Gregory & Rhonda Oberland*
Mr. Donald J. Schrauth
Joyce A. Schuenke* + Donald Schuenke
Steven & Denise Trinkl*
Stained Glass Window Restoration
Dr. & Mrs Patrick A. Roe*
The Campaign for the Basilica of St. Josaphat
Dome Lighting
Kathy Archiszewski + Nancy Gunderson
Basilica of St. Josaphat Holy Name Society
Suzanne & Michael Baxendale + Agnes Mohalski
Michael & Beverly Krass + Gloria Rozga
Ronald Thate
Foundations & Corporations
Northwestern Mutual Foundation*
Sensient Technologies Foundation*
The Karol Fund*
The Notre Dame Club of Milwaukee
*Copper Dome Society Donors
“Beacon of Hope” Gala & Auction Special Appeal
George & Julianne Archibald
Edward & Diana Cichurski*
Robert & Laine De Jong*
Daniel & Sue Donahue
William & Jayne Feagles
Carl & Sharon Felton
Jacqueline Glastetter
Fr. Michael J. Glastetter, OFM Conv.
John Grogan*
Robert Gunderson*
Jason & Robin Handal
Mike & Mary Ignatowski*
Joe & Jane Kerschner
Ted & Jennifer Kerschner
Mark & Bridget Kirkish*
Peter Klebba*
C. J. & Julie Krawczyk
Bruce & Karen Landry
Fr. Paul Langevin, OFM Conv.
Lewis & Elaine Lehman
Colleen Lese & Thomas Karakis, Sr.*
James & Susan Maslowski*
Paul Merline
Sandi Michalski
Gregg & Lisa Mushall
Camille Nawrocki
Ken & Mary Ellen Ness
Dave & Terry Proesel
Janet Protasiewicz
Betty Reuter
John & Pat Rodell
Mark & Maureen Rohlfing
Mike & Melanie Romas
John & Jackie Rozga*
James Rydlewicz*
Marguerite & Dennis Rygiewicz
Michael & Christine Schueller
Helen Shiely
Michael & Soledad Socha
Steven & Denise Trinkl
Steve & Chris Vander Bloemen
Paul & Jennie Votto
Mike & Deb Wabiszewski
Ray & Kelly Wilson*
Conrad York
Tom & Eileen Zastrow
David & Rose Ziats
*Copper Dome Society Donors
“Beacon of Hope” Gala & Auction Sponsors
BMO Harris Bank
Conventual Franciscans of St. Bonaventure Province
Edward & Diana Cichurski
Hunzinger Construction Company
Johnson Bank
Ken & Mary Ellen Ness
Milwaukee Brewing Company
Northwestern Mutual Foundation
O’Neil Cannon Hollman DeJong & Laing S. C.
The Orthopedic Institute of Wisconsin
Pieper Power
PNC Bank
Rozga Funeral Homes
Uihlein/Wilson Architects
We Energies Foundation
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
Volunteers
Ann Beste
Emmy Bisser
Cathy Bowmil
Joyce Britt
Kagey Burdick
Diana Cichurski
Mary Connelly
Fr. Michael J. Glastetter
Jules Haas
Denise Hashek
Kate Helsper
Jeffrey Richard Jandourek
Kathleen Johnston
Ryan Michale Kethcart
Clem Koronka
Danielle Lawinger
Judy Moczydlowski
Diana Moro Goane
Erika Muehlenkamp
Lindsey Mushall
Camille Nawrocki
Chris Novak
Karina Olson
Oliver Olson
Sarah Olsen
Christine Ostopowicz
Michelle Pena
Kathy Potter
Cheryl Radomski
Bobbi Schroeder
Jackie Schuelke
Christine Schueller
Daniel Schwind
Tim Singer
Jim Trezbiatowski
Thank You Donors and Supporters!
Introducing Our New Website
We realized it was time for an update, but also wanted to be mindful of the expense. In the summer of 2014, we
submitted a proposal for a free website being awarded by the UW-Milwaukee School of Information Sciences
and ENTECH (Empowering Non-profits in Technology, also at UW-Milwaukee). Our Proposal was selected! The
project was completed by UWM students as part of their semester credits. It was an awesome experience for the
students as well as the Foundation.
The result is a website that is more user friendly and allows us to communicate more effectively with you.
Highlights:
• The home page has updated posts on events and news
• Ways to support the Foundation are easily found under
SUPPORT
• In the ABOUT section, you can learn about the Basilica’s
history as well as past and current projects of the Foundation
• And lots of wonderful images of the Basilica
We hope you take a few minutes to visit our new website and let us
know what you think!
www.thebasilicafoundation.org
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Concerts at the Basilica
June 27 - 8pm Cardinal Vaughan Schola (London) • www.scholacantorum.co.uk
June 28 - Cardinal Vaughan Schola singing at 10am Mass at the Basilica • www.scholacantorum.co.uk
Nov. 13 & 14 - Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Chorus • www.mso.org
Dec. 5 - Concord Chamber Orchestra • www.concordorchestra.org
Dec. 12 & 13 - Bel Canto Chorus • www.belcanto.org
Dec. 17, 18, 20 - Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Messiah • www.mso.org
Dec. 19 - Anonymous 4 (sponsored by Early Music Now) • anonymous4.com
For tickets please contact each organization directly _________________________________________
Special Ways of Giving
There are many ways in which to support our mission. Include the St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation in
your estate plans or last will and testament. Furthermore, an endowment gift ensures that a steady
stream of income comes to the Foundation while the principle remains. No amount is too small. Your
investment in the St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation means so much!
LIKE us on Facebook: The St. Josaphat
Basilica Foundation
Doors Open Milwaukee
The Basilica will once again participate in Doors
Open Milwaukee Sunday, September 20, 2015 from
1-5 p.m.
Said to be “Milwaukee’s biggest open house” this
event gives people a chance to see over 100 of
the city’s 100 wonderful buildings free-of-charge.
Historic Milwaukee, Inc. organizes the event and is
dedicated to increasing awareness of Milwaukee’s
history and architecture. The annual event has been
extremely well received at the Basilica. Historic
background of the Basilica will also be provided by
Emeritus Board Member and Milwaukee Historian
John Gurda.
For more information: visit doorsopenmilwaukee.org
or call Historic Milwaukee at 414.277.7795
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2015Gala & Auction
Mark Your Calender!!
Saturday Oct. 10th marks the date of this year’s Gala & Auction at Blue Mound Golf and Country Club.
To Celebrate our 15th Anniversary, this years event is the Crystal Gala & Auction. We are planning
another fabulous night!
• Live Auction items include: Miller Park Suite for the 2016 Brewer’s season, Funjet four night Cancun trip including roundtrip airfare for two, and reserved pew in the Basilica for Easter and Christmas mass
• Designer Handbag and Apple product Raffle
• Wine & Liquor Pull
• Silent Auction items include: Ten Chimney’s Tour and dinner at The Union House, Fun Day in Chicago including the Chicago Architecture Tour, original artworks, and many more.
• $175 per person
• Sponsorships available
Reserve your seat today, seating is limited
Dining Area
To RSVP and for more information, contact us at:
414.902.3524 or lmushall@basilicafoundation.org
Silent Auction Display
St. Josaphat
basilica
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Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Milwaukee, WI
Permit No. 5831
oundation
To Restore and
Preserve Our Heritage
620 West Lincoln Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53215
414.902.3524
www.thebasilicafoundation.org
The St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation
Board of Directors
Chairman
Mark Rohlfing
Chief
Milwaukee Fire Department
President & CEO
Susan A. Rabe
St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation
Vice-Chair
James Hughes
Milwaukee Brewing Co.
Treasurer
John J. Rozga
Rozga Funeral Homes
Secretary
Christine R. Schueller
Retired - BMO Harris Bank
Very Rev. Michael J. Glastetter, OFM Conv.
Basilica of St. Josaphat
John Grogan
Northwestern Mutual
Robert Gunderson
Retired Chairman
General Automotive Mfg. Co.
Mary Hughes
Community Volunteer
Peter Klebba
Robert W. Baird & Co.
C. J. Krawczyk
Kravit, Hovel & Krawczyk, S.C.
Claude J. Krawczyk
O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong &
Laing S.C.
Bartholomew F. Reuter
Foley & Lardner, LLP
Very Rev. Michael Zielke, OFM Conv.
Minister Provincial
St. Bonaventure Province
John Rodell
The Rodell Group, LLC
Steven Trinkl, MD
The Orthopedic Institute of WI
Emeritus Board
Michael J. Murry
Chairman Emeritus Retired, Chairman Merchants &
Manufacturers Bancorp.
Most Rev. William Patrick Callahan, OFM Conv.
Copper Dome Society
We invite you to join this exclusive group!
The Copper Dome Society is truly better than ever. Thanks
to our wonderful donors, this group now accounts for more
than 80% of our total revenue year after year! We cannot
thank our donors enough for this wonderful support!
With a donation of $1,000 or $84 a month, you will
automatically become a member. Your gift means so much
today and for years to come.
Levels of Giving (calendar year basis):
~ $1,000: Fr. Grutza Circle
~ $2,500: Erhard Brielmeier Circle
Bishop of LaCrosse Diocese of La Crosse
~ $5,000: Basilica Artists Circle
Edward H. Cichurski
Chairman Emeritus Retired Partner,
PricewaterhouseCoopers
~ $10,000: St. Francis of Assisi Circle
John Gurda
Author, Historian
Conrad C. Kaminski
Retired President Merchants & Manufacturers Bancorp
Steven J. Smith
Journal Media Group
Lindsey R. Mushall
Executive Assistant St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation
~ $25,000+: Landmark Legacy Circle
For more information or to make a donation thru our
secure website visit: www.thebasilicafoundation.org