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Bates, Frank

"Graduated from Gilmour and from the University of Dayton with BS in Computer Science. Worked at UD for two years on contracts with the Air Force. Graduated in 1974 from Bowling Green State University with MS in Computer Science. Worked there as computer programmer for six years. Moved back to Cleveland (Eastlake) in 1981 to be closer to family. Doing computer database design at Central National Bank, Society and KeyBank. Current doing computer software auditing and compliance testing at KeyBank. Married in 1972 to Joyce Williams with whom we have three kids, now 31, 26 and 24." (Sep 2009)

Bondi, Frances

"Still at the Cleveland Clinic in Dermatology. Have three sons - one a M.D, one a J.D. and one unfinished (!). Widowed." (Sep 2009)

Burkart, Kathleen

"I can't believe I'm "60" !!! Looking forward to seeing yo all. Family, Work, Florida."(Sep 2009)

Burens, George

Passed away, see here.

Castrigano, Carol

"Hi Class of 1963. Still living in Denver with husband Maynard. Two daughters Anne Marie and Christina with 4 grandchildren. Just had a family wedding in Colorado and all 10 Castrigano siblings were together, what a great time. Working with Kaiser as R.N. case manager. Have a great time!"(Sep 2009)

"Registered Nurse; working full-time for Kaiser Permante in Denver for 7 yrs; floated around working in urgent care/trauma; Cardiology GI; family practice peds; now in the Continuing Care Dept for subacute patients.Spouse has been a carpet installer for almost 30 yrs; still has good knees!!! Have moved back and forth from Cleve to Denver twice have been back in Denver for 8 yrs now. Our girls and grandchildren all live here so it suits us well." (Feb 2004)

Champion, D.J.

Passed away, see here.

Coburn, Miles

Passed away, see here.

Conway, James

"Mary and I would love to be there, but we will be in Spain on a long-planned trip to golf and sighsee with three other couples. Each of out two daughters had their first children this year. Both boys are healthy and well - our first two grandchildren. Love to you all."(Sep 2009)

DeFino, Kathleen

"I have flown for 33 years with American Airlines, having started flying in 1976 to put myself through Nurse Practitioner School at the University of Colorado Medical Center. Adopted two children from Belarus; they are now 13 (girl) and 16 (boy), Kathleen and Christopher. I'm still working on the disaster team for state of Colorado: Columbine, Bailey, New Orleans flood, etc. as a Registered Nurse - Adult Nurse Practioner. Know I'm still junior flying international: India, London, Germany, etc."(Sep 2009)

Dempsey, Molly

"Two of our 3 children have married since our last reunion. Rebecca married Paul McAvinchey 7/9/05. Paul is from Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. José Jr married Kellianne Gatta of Aurora, OH on 12/13/08 in Naples, FL. No grandchildren ... yet. My mother passed away 7/11/08. Failed total knee replacement surgery 10/6/06 and 1/26/07 ... now disabled."(Sep 2009)

Now Molly Feliciano (Mary C.). "Married to Jose C. Feliciano,an attorney at Baker & Hostetler, for 28 years. Three children. B.S. in Ed.,M.A. in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Teaching career has included pre-school, primary grades, and for the past 9 years, middle school ESL at Joseph M. Gallagher Middle School in the Cleveland Municipal School District." (Mar 2004)

Diemer, Marjorie

Now Marjorie Prosser. "Graduated from Regina HS, attended Mount St. Joseph in Cincinnati and graduated from Notre Dame College with a BA and a concentration in accounting. I have my CPA. My husband Mike is the Class of 1963 from St. Dominic's and who graduated from St. Ignatius with many of my Gesu classmates. We married in 1970 and have four great kids. We have lived in Washington DC when Mike was in graduate school, University Heights, Indianapolis and Boca Raton, FL. In 2001 we came back to NE Ohio to be closer to family and friends." (Feb 2004)

Dindia, Cathy

Passed away, see here.

Now Cathi Dindia Wilson. "I have been an office manager for State Farm Insurance for 22 years. I have 2 married daughters. Raegan 31 who has 2 children (Tyler & Nicholas) and Rachel has 3 (Morgan, Henry and Anthony). I continue to be treated for Stage IV Breast Cancer which has also spread to my bones. By the way, Diane LiPuma is still my best friend! Is there an award for the longest friendship?" (May 2004)

Gates, Barb

See Horrigan, Vince.

Hawley, Michael

"Glad (and surprised) to hear from you. I've been in Charlotte, N.C. for 25 years now, practicing with the law firm of K & L Gates. Hope to join you someime. I return to Gilmour Academy every 5 years or so for Class reunions there."(Sep 2009)

Horrigan, Vince

"Vince graduated from Kent State University with a BS in Business Management, graduated from Troy State with a MS in Management, and he is a graduate of the Air War College. He retired from the Air Force in 1998, after 28 years as a Colonel. He flew the F-4, F-16, and the F-15. He is now the Executive Director of the American Red Cross for Chautauqua County in NY. Vince & Barb have been married since 1971 and have two children, Sean (31) and Carrie (30). We have 2 grandchildren with 2 more soon to be born. Besides many stateside assignments, we have been stationed in Germany (3 1/2 yrs), England (4 yrs) and Turkey (2 yrs). We were in Turkey when Gesu had the last reunion." (Feb 2004)

LiPuma, Diane

"Cathi Dindia Wilson, my life long BEST friend, lost her battle with breast cancer on Aug. 13. Her bravery and positive attitude throughout her struggle was simply incredible. She would have enjoyed this reunion." (Sep 2009)

Now Diane Mulligan. "I married my high school sweetheart, Tom Mulligan, in 1971. He went to Cathedral Latin, Ohio Wesleyan, and B.G. I attended Regina High School and O.S.U. We have moved many times as my husband coached at many colleges. I currently teach in Shaker Heights at Woodbury. My title is Science Specialist. My husband is the Athletic Director at Hiram College. Our children are Leigh, 31, married, lawyer, one child (Chase); Dana, 28, single, teacher in Garfield Heights; Guy, 25, to be married this July, 3rd year medical student." (Apr 2004)

LoPresti, Robert

Passed away, see here.

Mannino, Rosemary

"'Married, 18 years, to a wonderful guy, Harry. Two great stepchildren, Mandy and Jeff, both married and trying to make us grandparents... Currently, Assistant Superintendent, Beachwood Schools, Beachwood, Ohio; Former Principal, Woodbury and Onaway Schools, Shaker Heights Schools, Shaker Hts., Ohio Assistant to the Superintendent, Shaker Heights Schools, Shaker Heights, Ohio; Principal, Tenafly Schools, Tenafly, New Jersey and Roxboro Elementary School, Cleveland Hts.-University Hts. Schools, 5th Grade and Learning Disabilities Teacher, Cleveland Hts.-University Hts. Schools. Ed.D., Educational Administration, University of Akron; M.Ed., Special Education, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio; B.S. Education, Elementary Education, Cleveland State University" (Feb 2004)

Marcotrigano, Jo Ann

Passed away, see here.

McMyler, Mary Lou

"Hello to everyone. So sorry I will not be able to attend. I just had surgery yesterday, May 11th and I'm not too comfortable with my hand up in the air with what feels like a 10lb cast. After Gesu I went to Regina and then to Cleveland State and Dyke College. I have been in banking for the last 35 years and I am currently with KeyBank as a mortgage loan officer for our MFG/private banking clients. I also have a part time job going to the casino with Joyce Gatto - those slots just keep calling us!!!!!! TAKE LOTS OF PICTURES AND POST THEM FOR US TO SEE" (May 2004)

Mulligan, Anne

Passed away, see here.

Noble, John

Passed away, see here.

O'Brien, Margaret

"Dear Classmates. So sorry I can't attend the reunion but I will be there in spirit. My husband, Steve and I will still be on our vacation until Oct 7th. Going out west to Yellowstone and other National parks for three weeks. I live in Columbus, Ohio for the past 39 years - been married to Steve for 40 years and have three children - Christopher 38 years, Ellen 36years and Dan 30 years, and 2 beautiful granddaughters Grace 6 years and Caitlyn 6 months. Hope to see you all at the next reunion. All my best."(Feb 2004)

Pertz, James

Passed away, see here.

Plush, Mark

"Will be on vacation. Give everyone my best wishes." (Sep 2009)

Rigel, Francis

Passed away, see here.

Roche, Elayne

"Since our last get together, I have lost my Mom and Dad. I have put the house up for sale and as I clean 56 years of history, I have come up with many things with memories of my Gesu School days. Loved those years and wish I could go back. My job was eliminated March 6, 2009. I have never really had a summer off - it is wonderful. Hopefully will get back in the work force this fall. Going back to retail environment and even possibly starting my own business, Looking forward to seeing everyone in October."(Sep 2009)

Russell, Ricky

"Looking forward to seeing you and the other kids." (Sep 2009)

Now David Russell. "Moved to Detroit right after graduation from Gesu. Attended Seaholm HS in Birmingham, MI. with all the Russell's. After 4 colleges in 5 years (a 60s thing I guess) I narrowly avoided the draft and Vietnam and moved to Denver where I teamed up once again with Glenn (AJ) Swette. Moved back to Detroit 5 years later and went to work as a broker for Paine Webber. Married Diane in 1982 and had 3 wonderful children. Kelli is a freshman at Michigan State, Jeff is a sophomore at my old high school, and my youngest is ready to graduate the 8th grade (how ironic). Unfortunately the kids lost their mother to cancer 2 years ago. I now work with my brothers Dean and Brian in a family business." (Apr 2004)

Sell, Robert

"Graduated from Cathedral Latin 3rd in my class [from the bottom]. Hit the lottery in the early 70's and retired.......I still remember those 3 lucky numbers......alas the $599.00 didn't last long and I had to go back to work. I've been chasing my tail ever since [I almost caught it last week]. Married 32 years to the love of my life GLORIA, 14 children [in case of a prize for the most] and lots of dogs. Owner/Operator of Valley Kennel in Valley City and I'm Valley Happy." (Feb 2004)

Shaw, Deborah

"Still working for Real Estate Division at Cuyahoga County. Survivor of tongue cancer since we last met and yes I'm lucky, lucky!"(Sep 2009)

Stanitz, Chris

"In chronological order: Lawyer, FBI Agent, Banker, and Arizona golf bum ... And father of two daughters. Emily is a TV news producer in D.C. and Sarah is a graphics designer in San Francisco. Really sorry I couldn't make it back for the reunion. Happy 46th (?) to all!"!"(Sep 2009)

"Sorry I won?t be able to attend the reunion but it sounds like a great idea! Hope all of you are doing well. My last 40 years (at least it?s clear where to start)!!! After Gesu, St. Ignatius, St. Louis University and Case Western Reserve University Law School, I spent 4 years in San Francisco working for the Justice Department (Patty Hurst, Charles Manson, Sarah Jane Moore, Jim Jones [Peoples Temple in Jonestown, Guyana] ? all those good people). Then back to Cleveland for 12 years in the legal department at AmeriTrust Company (now part of Key Bank) and then to Second National Bank in Warren, Ohio where I currently work and live (at least till June 30th when the bank will be sold to Sky Bank). After that, who knows! The important stuff, though, is that I have two wonderful daughters who (finally) are self-sufficient and self-supporting. My oldest, Emily, lives in Washington DC and works for ABC News on the Nightline staff. Sarah, the baby, is in Richmond, Virginia where she?s a graphics artist for the Richmond Times Dispatch (Richmond?s daily newspaper). I couldn?t be prouder! The best of luck to everyone." (May 2004)

Tamerlano, Donna

"Proud grandparents (Geoff and I) of: Brandon - 14 mo.s and Haylee - 5 mo.s and one on the way in March."(Sep 2009)

Zimmerlin, Margaret

Now Meg Lope. "Hi All, Life has treated me well for the most part and I think it is a great idea to get back in touch. I live in Harmony, PA with my husband Phil. My youngest son is a junior at John Carroll so I have been back to Gesu in the last three years. I work part-time at my husband's law office and at Barnes & Noble bookstore. We have a couple of horses and dogs. Like I said, life has been mostly good. Does anyone know what happened to Anne Mulligan? Please let me know. Thanks" (10 Mar 2004)

Vannice, William

Passed away, see here.

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