1950s

50 Jitterbugging Through Life

During the months leading up to the 75th Reunion, I interacted with several members of the Class of ’50 (and their families) who were hoping to participate in the festivities in South Bend in late May. It may not be surprising that some could not attend, due to health or other limitations. However, the overall enthusiasm was wonderful — it extended through the class members themselves and down to great-grandchildren and siblings who have all been part of the powerful love for Notre Dame throughout their entire amazing lives. Along the way, I also witnessed strong bonds between class members that reached all the way back to their early days under the Golden Dome. One example was the friendship that sometimes played out on social media between William J. “Bill” Donovan and Patrick D. “Packey” Butler. As recently as last summer, I’d been looking forward to seeing the two of them together at the upcoming Reunion and hearing some more of their stories. Sadly, this wasn’t possible; Bill passed in August 2024 and, while I was working on these notes, I learned from Donna Butler Connolly that Packey died (at 97) on Feb. 22 in the Chicago area. From everything I saw and heard during my brief time as volunteer class secretary, the lifelong link between Bill and Packey was one of those tender, strong and true Domer relationships that many of us have built. I’m sure they are both going to be sitting together, cheering the Irish along, each fall — and from far better seats than you can get at ND Stadium! Along with photos of her dad at a recent “Honor Flight” to Washington DC, Donna shared some additional information about Packey: He served in the Army 11th Airborne and earned a law degree at Northwestern U (1956). In an online tribute, the family reported that: “Packey loved to brag that during his college years, he never saw his treasured Fighting Irish lose a single game on the gridiron. Packey’s love and commitment to his Fighting Irish was only eclipsed by his adoration to his beloved Ann. Married 53 years, they were the life of the party, and cleared many dance floors jitterbugging their way through life. Together they raised six successful kids. Packey’s commitment to Ann was the definition of ‘in sickness and health.’ Packey’s love for sports turned him into Coach — you could find him at Flossmoor Park hitting line drives, at IJP barking at kids to hustle during wind sprints, or on the slopes enjoying one of the many memorable ski trips. Packey had the gift of gab, and loved to hang with his many friends at Comiskey Park, on the golf course, softball field, tennis court or grabbing a beer at The Fifth Quarter. His example as a dedicated father and husband led him to become an amazing Pop to 15 grandkids and three great-grandkids. Pop was devoted to his family and loved by many nieces, nephews and friends. He will be greatly missed.” Packey was predeceased by his wife but is survived by six children, 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. I learned from the University that Joseph “Jerry” Gerardi passed away Feb. 2 in Brevard NC at the age of 96. After graduation, he lived with his family in Northport NY and worked for many years as an engineer with Grumman. Jerry was part of the project team that developed the Apollo Program Lunar Module. In 1991, he and his wife moved to Brevard and began a second career as an investment manager. They both volunteered much of their free time together at Sharing House, a local community support center, and at their parish. In an online tribute, Jerry’s family reported that he “was a lifelong golf enthusiast, and he shot his age in his early 80s multiple times. He also was an avid sailor who skippered his sailboat Sojourn on cruises to ports on both sides of the Long Island Sound with his wife, Joan, as his ‘first mate.’ [Together,] they made several trips to Europe and Alaska in their golden years.” Jerry is survived by his wife of 71 years, Joan, three children (one predeceased him), and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. If you would like to share news about the Class or stories from your time at ND, please let me know. — Jim Coogan ’91; 4 Gile Drive Unit 2A, Hanover NH 03755; jcooganv@alumni.nd.edu

 

51 Save the Date

Please mark your calendar for our 75th reunion June 4-7, 2026 and visit reunion.nd.edu for additional details. — Jim Jennings; jimj4703@gmail.com

 

52 Memories

Your class secretary requested some recollections from our years on campus from our membership for these notes. Dave Wilmot writes that he got drunk at a New Year’s Eve party at age 19 and skidded on an ice patch into a telephone pole afterward, “wrecking my parents’ car and putting myself in the hospital for a month. I survived, thanks to God’s grace, good surgeons and many people’s prayers, and couldn’t be more grateful for the extended hands that met me on my return to campus. One professor gave me the choice between dropping out and flunking; he later left the University under a cloud, for which I felt happy and have never really repented. So I’m asking my classmates to offer a prayer that, when I say the Our Father, I’ll take the words about forgiving those I feel have trespassed against me to heart.” Tony Messina has an interesting tale. He says he would have to say getting an A in freshman physics after three semesters flunking it and two summers taking make-up classes, one at Northwestern in ’50 and one at USC in ’51! I still can’t figure out if force equals mass times acceleration. John Minck remembers that ND dormitories of the 1950s had lights-out at 11 p.m. But with various exams, we would often see people studying in the dim hallways and bathrooms. But electrical engineers were more innovative, especially in older dorms like Morrissey. With access to the huge attics of those peaked roofs, it is possible to tap into all-night light wiring and drop long “extension cords,” maybe 50 feet long, through the vertical plumbing shafts and out from behind the sink mirrors. One had to be careful with using such light, since it would show from outside the building. Of course, regular flashlights would do the same. John notes there are also legends that the Morrissey rector whose name escapes me now, but was nicknamed “Sneakers” (Irish name), would soundlessly sneak along corridors looking for flashlight coming below the door crack. With his pass key he would unexpectedly open the door. One EE, reputed to have the initials JLM, used a bent paperclip and tiny holes in the inside door frame, with an external microswitch, to kill the inside light if the deadlock plunger was withdrawn. But that couldn’t have been Minck because he never studied for exams after lights-out. There is another story of Bob Kampf, who showed up for sophomore year with a home-built box that contained an auto battery and an upconverter to get 120V electricity to run a fluorescent light for study after hours. In the same “furniture” was a popcorn popper which ran on regular room power, and a 100-pound bag of popcorn. Which was technically forbidden due to ancient wiring. Often there would be at least five people hanging around in Bob’s room, in chat sessions with great camaraderie. The smell of popcorn gave it away. Maybe the proctor was in on the deal and would come by for popcorn and conversation. Bill Kramer checks in with the recollection that he was a member of the national champion football team in 1949. While he never played in a game, he recalls being tackled by All Americans Leon Harte and Jim Martin. — George Heidkamp; 9308 Linden Reserve Drive, Prairie Village KS 66207; 312-206-4128; georgeaj@rcn.com

 

53 New Class Secretary

Please send me your updates going forward as I have taken over class secretary duties. I’m looking forward to hearing from you and staying in touch. — John Olson; 630-272-2110; jolson5@alumni.nd.edu

 

53JD Class Secretary — Bob Berry; 5806 Spaulding St., Omaha NE 68104;
402-457-4142; yokeemup@aol.com

 

54 What Weather We Are Having

The news is filled with news of floods, heavy rain, tornados, drought and some wind. I hope all are safe with no damage or injuries. I had a note from Jim Loonam. He had to give up his driver’s license and this limits his travels. But his wife, Joan, still drives, so all is not lost. They celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. His children and grandchildren are all on the West Coast while he and Joan are in FL. Jim said they get many visits. As for me, I had a hospital stay for a week. Upon leaving the bathroom my legs began to fail. Rather than fall I slumped to the floor. I did not hit my head but could not get up. Elizabeth called a son and got help. Once up, it was decided that I go to the hospital. After that stay, rehab for a week and an independent/ assisted living place followed. I’m now living in Brookdale. The move into Brookdale has one huge advantage. My room is next to Elizabeth’s. Elizabeth Tomei and I are in a serious love affair with marriage being planned. Who would have thought Elizabeth, 90, and me, 92, would desire marriage. God steered us together. My family is basically in NJ with two in FL, close by. I do get visits so no complaints. I’m desperate for news from you, so let me know of any news. I will update marriage plans in the next column. God bless and Go Irish. — Jack Mertens; 550 Wilmette Ave., Ormond Beach FL 32174; 845-216-7251; jacknd54@gmail.com

 

55 Gerry Faust, RIP

Andy Franzoni and Bill Byrnes were Marine Corps lieutenants and aviators and they were both stationed at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point NC. On March 7, 1959, Andy died when his airplane crashed as he was attempting to land at Cherry Point in rain and high winds. On May 31, 1959, Bill died when his airplane crashed as he was attempting to land at Naval Air Station, Glenview IL in rain and heavy fog. Andy and Bill made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our country. May they rest in peace. Mack Stewart is noted for a program he started called Warm The Children. Mack ran a newspaper in CT and one day noticed a group of under-clad children standing in the snow waiting for a school bus. Today, there are 40 Warm The Children programs sponsored by newspapers that, last year, provided more than 14,000 children with new winter clothing. Joe Gormley has died. He is survived by his wife, Nancy, and their four children. After serving three years in the Air Force, Joe was appointed chief state’s attorney for CT and, later, a Superior Court judge. Bill Crimmins has died. He is survived by his wife, Gael, and eight children. Bill was born in England and moved to the US when he was 8 years old. After postgraduate studies at St. Louis U, he taught history and coached sports at Portsmouth Abbey School. Our former football coach, Gerry Faust, died on Nov. 11. My high school football team beat Gerry Faust’s. I was the quarterback on my team and Gerry was the quarterback on his team. After Gerry was finished coaching at Notre Dame, for a number of years he came back for football games. His son had season tickets a few seats down from where my wife and I had season tickets. Gerry had a seat in the press box, but before games he always came down to see his son and he had to pass in front of me. Before he said anything to me, he always announced with a big smile, “I do not want to hear any more about that game where this guy’s team was so lucky.” Gerry had problems coaching at Notre Dame, but he was a fine man. As Jerry Mulvihill ’53 would say: “Let us be grateful for the joys that our Class of 1955 connections brought and pray for our departed friends.” Kyrie eleison. — John Connaughton; 1516 Marquette Blvd., South Bend IN 46628; 574-289-1445; jcithaca37@yahoo.com

 

56 Dedication to John Manion

This column is dedicated to the great John Manion who died Feb. 25 in Palm Springs CA. Son Kevin Manion ’80 posted John’s obituary in the LA Times on March 22. Words are not enough to expound on all that John meant to our Class. The dedication and devotion was extraordinary. With Dick Yeager’s help, they assembled a web page for us to keep us posted and allow us to reach out to fellow classmates. For over 60 years, we were informed. At an annual football game, a Mass was held at Welsh Family Hall (thank you, Bob Welsh, for my collection of five T-shirts). Lunch followed at the Morris Inn. For our 50th Reunion, we received handsome straw hats and a memorable class pen. John also arranged for us to visit Father Hesburgh, CSC,’s office on the 11th floor of the library. The Lord has a very special place for John. He was a very special friend and classmate. In January, classmate Charles Hutton died. He had a successful 38-year engineering career with Ford Motors. In February, Leonard Hierath died. He was a very successful mechanical engineer and a prolific inventor with numerous patents who loved playing competitive tennis. We also lost Malcolm Burnett, who was recognized as a distinguished counselor for his impact on the legal community in IL. The family of Bob Welsh is after him to write a book on his life, career and devotion to our ND. So, Bob, please make it happen as we all really need to see the depth of your wonderful life. I received nice messages from Bob McKenty, Bill Boraczek, former Marine captain and Wall Street tycoon Joe Spiegel, Bill Stotzer, Dick Yeager, Leo O’Donnell and Jim Brennan. I had a wonderful call from Jo Giordano, wife of Dr. Louis Giordano, who died July 15, 2024. She sent me Louis’ obituary and a list of his impressive achievements. A man of great faith and family. His obituary can be found at Allen Memorial Home, July 19, 2024, Endicott NY. I had a chat with 92-year-old Dr. Angelo Capozzi, who was just returning from one of his numerous offerings to the needs of children on the Philippines. He and his wife have been married for 65 years and plan to celebrate with an Alaskan cruise. He is remembered for co-founding Rotoplast International, which provides free constructive surgery to children with cleft palate anomalies. Dr. Capozzi participated on over 76 surgical missions in his career. He was chief of plastic surgery at Shriners Hospital for Children until retirement in 2008. We are going to get him back to his alma mater for a football game this fall. Save the date for our 70th reunion June 4 - 7, 2026. Finally, our Class has some money in reserve for special ND causes that we can consider. We welcome any donation suggestions from our wonderful Class of ’56. We might be able to make a small, but mighty, impact. — Joe Kalbas; 317-679-1550; hjkalbas@yahoo.com

 

56JD Rest in Peace, George

I am so sorry to announce that George N. Tompkins passed away April 2. I am particularly sad to hear of his passing as he was one of the most active Class members — emailing and calling me with updates about the alums. In his memory please find herein his excerpted obituary. George was born Jan. 24, 1931, and grew up in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, with his parents, George Sr. and Myra, brothers Chuck, John, Bobby, and sister Mary. Growing up in Canada, naturally, he played hockey. He was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs but his dad encouraged him to go to law school instead, saying, “You’ll never get out of the minors.” An outstanding student at Notre Dame Law School, George and Ruth had season tickets to football games and traveled to South Bend annually for many years, well into their 80s. They particularly loved the law school parties before the games! For nearly six decades, George practiced aviation law and represented the interest of airlines in the US and internationally. As a leader in aviation law, he spearheaded many high-profile cases, arguing appeals in state and federal courts throughout the United States and representing airlines and their insurers in over 60 major air disasters throughout the world. He twice argued before the United States Supreme Court on aviation law matters, losing the first time and winning the second time. George was appointed as one of the drafters of the Montreal Convention 1999, which was written to modernize the Warsaw Convention of 1929. There were many high-profile cases in his years, and you can even catch him on TV now and again in shows about airplane disasters. He was the lead lawyer defending Air Florida in the case for the 1982 crash into 14th Street Bridge and Potomac River in DC. He also represented New Zealand in the America’s Cup lawsuit in 1989. George was passionate about the law and shared his love of it as an adjunct professor at Leiden U in the Netherlands, and in 2001, he was named to the board of the International Institute of Air and Space Law. George dedicated significant time to teaching aviation law and international aviation liability systems in China. As a past president of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, George first attended and then hosted several conferences around the world where learning was the focus, not just about the law but also about the places they visited. Family was everything to George and what a legacy he built with Ruth. He was Dad to his seven children, George (and Laura), Ernie, Billy (and Suzzanne, deceased), Timmy (and Maureen), Liz (and Kevin), Brian, and Genevieve (and Skip). His favorite title was Grampy to his 16 grandchildren, Caraline, Jayne, Julia, Annie, Brian, Jack, Molly, Nonie, Teague, Patrick, Carter, Bridget, Nicholas, Noah, Nathan, Timothy, and eight and a half great-grandchildren, Lennon, Finn, Beau, Beya, Myra, Maxine, James, Lucy, and a soon-to-be little girl. George and Ruth raised their children in Chappaqua NY with some of the best neighbors ever. George is “favorite uncle” to many nieces and nephews around the world. Summer days were enjoyed at Knollwood Country Club, where lifelong friendships were built and a couple of marriages were formed, and later at Winged Foot Golf Club. Winter vacations for the family were spent in Port St. Lucie FL and later at Loblolly in Hobe Sound. Please email me with any updates. — Lauren Sharkey ’08, ’11JD; shark.byam@gmail.com

 

57 Remembering Pope Francis

I woke up this morning to the news that Pope Francis had died and decided to scrap the column I was going to write (the deadline was yesterday) to tell this story about encountering Francis. Early in the Francis era, we were still living in Westchester County NY, where my wife, Betty, was working with the Catholic inmates of Sing Sing prison in Ossining. Most of the inmates were lifers for crimes, including murder, committed when young and often on drugs and a great many had been raised without fathers. She noticed that they had become very fond of Francis, some calling him the father they never had. Betty herself longed to meet Francis, so I said I know the guy at the Vatican who can make that happen but he needs a good reason to do so. So she told the inmates. If they made a present for the pope we would take it to him. That job fell to an artist who painted with the only materials allowed him: the ink pads the prison used to take their fingerprints. So he thumb-painted an image of a man’s eye and in the iris are the three crosses on Golgotha: the Catholic prisoners identified with “the God Thief.” So we brought it to Rome and were allowed to stand outside on the steps of St. Peter’s close to where the pope at his Wednesday outdoor audience would pass by. He stopped long enough to hear Betty tell the story of the painting (thanks to a fellow pilgrim who translated). Francis smiled, took it in his hands, gazed at it and passed it to an aide. A week or so later we received a letter and holy card from him. We had both framed and presented it to the men at chapel, where it still hangs on the wall — but not without a fight. The chaplain took it off the wall and put it in his office, fearing some inmate might steal it, he said. We went to the cardinal and got it put back where Francis surely would have wanted it. No one has stolen it yet … I enjoyed a long phone conversation with Alex McMurtrie who graduated from Georgetown Law School after ND and worked in DC for a while before returning to Richmond VA to practice with a major firm there. He served for 10 years in the state legislature, the first and only Catholic from his county to do so — which reminded us both of how few Southerners attended ND in our day. The Alumni Office reports the death of Robert Calabrese in January and of Peter Shagena and Bill McGowan last December. Bill could charm a shark into wearing braces, and I am sorry not to have heard something from the Indianapolis crowd … I much enjoyed spending several days on campus in recent months, first for the huge Catholic Imagination Conference run by the de Nicola Center, which brought in many longtime (and short time) friends from around the country, and then the Global Church Conference run by the Cushwa Center. Those who don’t know of the work of these and other institutes at ND should check them out online. Finally, I call your attention to my cover story in the spring edition of Notre Dame Magazine. It’s an interview with the brilliant sociologist of religion Chistian Smith on why so many of our — yes, our — children and grandchildren find religion not worth the bother. The key phrase is “generational displacement” and it is deeply wounding to see what’s happening. Send me comments on your own experiences of it for discussion in the next Class column. — Kenneth Woodward; kennethlwoodward@gmail.com; 1155 N. Dearborn St., #1202, Chicago IL 60610

 

58 Fondly Remembered

William J. Carry Jr. of Sylvan Lake MI passed away Sept. 12. Bill graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering before serving as a naval officer. His career thereafter began with General Electric, followed by a role at Chrysler Corp. Bill took early retirement from Chrysler, and his continued mission was operation of the Oakland County Peace and National Priorities Center, along with service on the national council of Pax Christi. He and his wife of 65 years, Mary, traveled over 25 times to central America, Haiti and the Middle East to serve and advocate for the poor and marginalized. Bill is survived by his wife, Mary, four children, 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Jerald F. Farrell of Castle Rock CO passed away Oct. 13. Jerry graduated with a degree in electrical engineering before earning master’s degrees from USC and UCLA. Jerry began his career with Hughes Aircraft Company in Los Angeles, and concluded his career as president of Hughes Communications. Among other accomplishments during his career, he personally wrote the application to the FCC for the service that would be known as DirecTV. Jerry married his wife, Sandy, in 1963, and they were blessed with four children and one grandchild. Dr. Cornelius E. Healy Jr. of Carmel IN passed away Dec. 2. Cornelius (“Con”) graduated from the U of Cincinnati Medical School before serving in the US Air Force as a pediatrician at Loraine AFB in ME. Thereafter, Con spent a 40-year career as a pediatrician in Evansville IN. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lu, two daughters and five grandchildren. Carl W. Boznanski of Yorba Linda CA passed away Jan. 16. Carl graduated with a Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering before moving to CA, earning an MBA from USC and transitioning into commercial real estate appraisal. Carl worked in that field for 53 years, including operating his own firm, Boznanski & Company, for 38 years. Carl is survived by his wife of 55 years, Linda, two sons, and five grandchildren. Dr. William A. Scanlon of Aurora IL passed away Dec. 20. Bill graduated from medical school at Northwestern U before serving as captain and medical officer in the US Air Force. He enjoyed a long career thereafter as an ophthalmologist in Aurora IL. After retirement, he volunteered for organizations including the St. Thomas Haiti Eye Mission. Bill is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mary Lou, seven children and 15 grandchildren. Thomas R. Wolohan of Sarasota FL passed away Feb. 1. After graduation, Thomas joined a business started by his family, the Wickes Lumber Co. In 1964, he joined other members of his family to found the Wolohan Lumber Company. He enjoyed a long career in management, opening retail stores throughout the Midwest and leading the company’s NASDAQ public offering. Tom served for many years on the Notre Dame Advisory Council for the Hesburgh Libraries, the Badin Guild and the Sorin Society. He is survived by nine children; his second wife, Margaret, and her son; as well as 18 grand- and great-grandchildren. John “Jack” Tatigian Jr. of Newtown CT passed away on April 24, 2025. After graduating with a degree in commerce through the ROTC program, Jack served in the Marine Corps Reserves through 1962. He spent his career as a longtime executive at Peter Paul, Cadbury, and Hershey Foods. He deeply loved his family and Notre Dame and served on the Notre Dame Advisory Board among many other volunteer pursuits. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan, five children, and nine grandchildren and great-grandchildren. — Arthur L. Roule Jr.; 114 Sagamore Parkway, La Porte IN 46350; alroule@yahoo.com. Assisted by son Mark J. Roule ’98; mroule@gmail.com

 

58JD Class Notes Author Needed — This class is in search of a Class Notes author. If you would like to volunteer, please contact beth.thomas@nd.edu.

 

59 St. Louisans on Campus

Thank you for praying our Saturday morning Rosary. And now news, notes and other items from the finest class of the University since 1842. In their own words: Frank Nacozy reports he is active and well and recently retired from 25 years of aerospace and 21 years of teaching college math, and that four years of Bengal Bouts built lifelong habits of fitness and thirst for challenge and adventure, which led him to solo sailing in the Caribbean and the west coast of Mexico. (To which I add: “Solo sailing is dangerous.”) Harold McMann wrote about the two memorable ND/OK games back in the day and his dad’s subway alumni relationship with ND. All of which would stir many memories in many classmates’ hearts and minds. And Don Manelli writes, “Still trying to ‘shake down the thunder’” after retiring from writing TV shows Wild Kingdom and others. He started a 501(c)(3) charity bringing free health care to those in need. His volunteer-driven charity has provided more than 207,000 free medical, dental, vision and preventive care services to 30,000 underserved individuals and families in the LA area (careharbor.org). Finally, Class President Joe Mulligan reports that an initial review of Class records shows 47 percent of classmates are still living. An unbelievable achievement. After reporting in our last column that most of the “lads” from Fenwick High School (Oak Park IL) had been assigned rooms in Farley Hall during our freshman year, Joe points out that numerous classmates from St. Louis were in Cavanaugh Hall in 1955 - 1956. Bill Bartley (d. Nov. 9, 2003) in 304 Cavanaugh with Fuzzy Edwards (d. Sept. 25, 2010); John Boyce, now living in Kirkwood MO, in 139 Cavanaugh with Duncan LaVigne (d. Aug. 20, 2005); E. J. Cunningham MD, retired and continuing to live in St. Louis, in 207 Cavanaugh; Dave Gerth, now in Rockville MD, in 158 Cavanaugh; Ted McDonald, who continues to live in St. Louis, in 216 Cavanaugh; Tony Ribaudo, now in Creve Coeur MO, in 456 Cavanaugh with Tom Shine (d. May 2, 2005); and Pete Salsich, then and now a St. Louisan, in 355 Cavanaugh during our freshman year. Other men who later moved to Saint Louis, and who were in Cavanaugh that year: Jesus Miguel from Ford NJ in 153, and Gerry Parker MD (d. July 16, 2008), a native of Crete IL, in 219. However, John H. “Butch” Reardon, a proud St. Louisan, was in 144 Farley, and Vince Shaw was also in Farley, in 343. Bill McDowell Jr., also in St. Louis, transferred to ND for his junior year. Classmates who moved to St. Louis? I came from North Providence RI and to Ballwin MO in 1964, and Jack Connell (d. June 28, 2022) from Forest Hills NY. Apparently, the only classmate who moved from St. Louis was Jim Paulis (d. April 2, 2002), to Canyon Lake CA! When we graduated in June 1959, 39 of our classmates who had been enrolled in the Air Force ROTC program on campus entered miliary service: Ken Boone, Bob Byrnes, John Connell, David Dodge, John Fitzgerald, Jim Fowler, Jim Hayes, Phil Kilkeary, Ken Kraemer, Neal Lamping, Ned MacCarthy, Tom MacLennan, Jim Manley, Bill McCaffrey, Randy McElhone, Tom McTernan, Ed Mezzapelle, David C. Miller, Phil Miller, Nino Moretti, Fred Mowle, Tofie Owen, Tom Murray, Dar Planeaux, Don Prairie, Bob Pruett, Brian Quinn, Dan Rapp, Jack Remick, Bud Robben, Richard E. “Dick” Ryan, Joe Schaefer, Robert Sienko, Shannon Smith, Dennis Sullivan, Jerry Trautschold, Pete Walmsley, George Wilson and Bob Young. Interestingly, nine of our classmates in this great group — Jim Fowler, Ned McCarthy, Tom MacLennan, Tom McTernan, Ed Mezzapelle, Tofie Owen, Bud Robben, Joe Schaefer and George Wilson — served as career officers. — Bob Brennan; 855 Clubhouse Drive, Ballwin MO 63011; 314-807-1011; bobbrennan76@gmail.com