Irish Ink
Knoxville Catholic High School Alumni Newsletter
Volume 24, Number 2, Fall 2013
1967-1968 Fighting Irish Basketball Team
Father Thoni and the1953-1954 team
This summer, Knoxville Catholic High School’s gymnasium floor was refinished and named in honor of Monsignor Philip Thoni. From 1952 through 1956, Father Thoni was a much-loved teacher, basketball coach, and eventual athletic director at KCHS. The 2013/2014 basketball season kicks off November 14. Join us for a game or two this year to cheer on the Fighting Irish as they compete on Monsignor Thoni Court! (Inside Cover)
Alumni Spotlight On January 11, 2014, Knoxville Catholic High School will pay tribute to the extraordinary athletic accomplishments of Eugene Zanolli ‘69. Zanolli, now a physician specializing in emergency medicine in Utah, was a star athlete at KCHS— playing both basketball and baseball. During his senior year, Zanolli was named All-KIL and an All-Tournament player. The Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish take on Notre Dame on January 11 at 6:00 pm. Please join us for a special pre-game presentation on Monsignor Philip Thoni Court as we retire Zanolli’s #54 jersey. KCHS Alumni will receive free admission to the game!
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Alumni Spotlight
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From the Principal Stay Connected!
Irish Ink is the official newsletter for the alumni community of Knoxville Catholic High School.
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Alumni News
Many thanks to the following for their contributions to the publications of the Alumni Office:
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Irish Archives
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Annual Fund “Honor Roll”
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Irish Pride
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Save the Dates
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In Memoriam Memorial Garden
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27th Annual Shamrock Open Sponsor Recognition
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Reunion Spotlight
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Mark Balog Barbara Carter Dawn Harbin Deacon Patrick Murphy-Racey East Tennessee Catholic Pro Photo Dickie Sompayrac
From the Principal Dear Alumni and Friends of KCHS: We have completed our first quarter of the school year and I am happy to report that life is good at Catholic High. Teachers are teaching, students are learning and the spirit of good ole KCHS is alive and well! One significant change that we all have experienced over these last few years is the ability to communicate through social media using outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. With that in mind, we have created a new Facebook group called "Knoxville Catholic High School Community.” It is my hope that we can get all of our alumni and friends of KCHS to join this group so that we can use this as an extra layer of communication with our community. I know that it is easy for us to communicate on a daily basis with our immediate community, but I want our alumni to have a greater sense of connection to what is going on at Catholic High. On the group page, click on the link that says "Join Group" and you will be approved as a member. facebook.com/groups/KCHSCommunity/ Speaking of spirit, we just finished Spirit Week a couple of weeks ago and what a week we had with our students! This special week continues to be a cornerstone for our student body in terms of overall morale and school spirit, and this year did not disappoint. Between Halls and Walls, Junior Olympics and Dance Competitions, our students were fully vested in this week and the results showed. We even gathered our students for a lip dub performed to “Roar” by Katy Perry. Search “Knoxville Catholic High School Lip Dub” on YouTube to see why your alma mater is roaring. On a personal note, I want to thank our Alumni Community for your continued and growing commitment to our Annual Fund. Last year was a record year for alumni contributions. Your generosity enables our students and staff to enjoy the very best in education. It is easy to see why our students ACT scores continue to rise. Catholic High students are currently averaging a 25.3 composite on the ACT (see article on page 8). Last year, KCHS seniors were offered over $16 million in scholarships to colleges and universities in over 20 states. If you haven't visited the KCHS campus in a while, please know that you are always welcome and we would love for you to come and see your school. While our physical plant continues to grow, the spirit and sense of community which has been a hallmark of our community hasn't changed. Thanks for all that you do! God Bless and Go Irish, Dickie Sompayrac
Stay Connected! Knoxville Catholic High School has more than 5,400 graduates that live across the country and around the world. The Office of Alumni Affairs serves this community by keeping our alumni connected through the following outlets: Facebook Like the “Knoxville Catholic” page for updates from your alma mater and join the “Knoxville Catholic High School Community” to read posts from administrators, faculty, parents, and alumni. Irish Ink Share your family, education, or career news in the Irish Ink, the semi-annual alumni newsletter. Reunions The Office of Alumni Affairs can assist in the planning of your class reunion. Visit knoxvillecatholic.com/alumni/reunions/ to download a Reunion Planning Guide. www.knoxvillecatholic.com Visit the “Alumni” section on the school’s website to view the alumni calendar of events and update your personal information.
Contact the Office of Alumni Affairs… For Alumni Updates, Campus Tours, or Contributions: Diannah Eagle Miller ‘92 (865)560-0525
[email protected] For Reunion/Event Information or Advertising Opportunities: Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘03 (865)560-0509
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Alumni News
On June 1, Christopher Manning ‘00 became the 41st priest ordained in the Diocese of Knoxville during an ordination Mass at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. He is the Associate Pastor at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Knoxville.
David Riffle ‘59 has returned from Europe, having spent 18 months in England and France. Visit davideriffle.com to view his travel photography. The Riffle family lives in Blaine, Washington. Bo Connor ‘70 was named the 2013 “Restauranteur of the Year” by the Tennessee Hospitality Association. Bo is the Chief Operating Officer of Connor Concepts, the parent company of The Chop House and Connor’s Steak and Seafood. Bo lives in Knoxville with his wife Cindy.
Maeve McDonald Father Christopher Manning ‘00
On March 28, Julie Conaty McDonald ‘01 and husband, Ryan, welcomed a daughter, Maeve. The family lives in St. Louis, Missouri where Julie is a sales associate for Laura McCarthy Real Estate and Ryan is a managing director for Integra Realty Resources.
Bo Connor ‘70
Pat Pleasant ‘73
Last May, Pat Pleasant ‘73 retired her wings with American Airlines after 35 years. After leaving the University of Tennessee in 1976 to fly, she was based in Chicago, Nashville, and Dallas, where she currently resides. Her son, Trent is attends Texas Tech University in Lubbock.
Jordan Schiding ‘01 and Stephanie Kite Schiding ‘05 were married at St. John Neuman Catholic Church on June 1, 2013. The couple reside in Knoxville where Jordan works as a financial advisor, and Stephanie as an interior designer.
On October 1, Arnold Knightly ‘86 was named the editor of Las Vegas CityLife, the city's oldest alt-weekly newspaper. Arnold also won two top prizes from the Nevada Press Association for "Best Spot News Story" and "Best Business News Story" in September for his work as editor of the Boulder City Review.
On April 20, Lindsay McClanahan Cook ‘98 married Dayne Cook at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Knoxville. Lindsay works at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and her husband is architect with TOMCAT.
Michelle Hansen Baker ‘99 earned an Associate of Science degree in Nursing from Georgia Highlands College in May 2013. Michelle lives in Dallas, Georgia with her family. Taja Welch ‘99 was the recipient of the Alliance of Doctoral Women’s 2013 Scholarship. Taja is in the doctoral program at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. 4 IRISH INK
Dayne and Lindsay McClanahan Cook ‘98
Ashley Humphrey ‘97 received her Human Resources certificate from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications in 2001. Ashley is an HR Business Partner at EdFinancial Services.
Alumni pictured above in the Kite-Schiding wedding (left to right): Matthew Curmi ‘01, Anthony Miner ‘01, Erin Schiding Hobson ‘99, Stephanie Kite Schiding ‘05, Jordan Schiding ‘01, Jeanne Bowen Nix ‘89, Joshua Schiding ‘98, Stephanie Schiding ‘02, Dustin Campbell ‘01, Stephen Wills ‘01, Julie Bowen ‘87, and Christopher Devoto ‘01.
Brian Rice ‘01 has been named the play-by-play voice of Tennessee Lady Volunteers Softball on the Lady Vol Network/The Sports Animal for the 2013 season. He also serves as the PA for Tennessee Volleyball and the Southeastern Conference soccer tournament. His announcing career began in high school as the voice of KCHS basketball. On May 25, Kathleen Souder Dickinson ‘03 and Timothy Dickinson were married at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Townsend, Tennessee. The couple lives in St. Louis, Missouri where Kathleen in an Account Director for Manifest Digital.
Timothy and Kathleen Souder Dickinson ‘03
Alumni News
David Erpenbach ‘05 married Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘03 on July 5 at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Megan is the daughter of Greg Locke, Class of 1968. The couple lives in Knoxville where Megan works for Knoxville Catholic High School and David is a Physicians Assistant at University Orthopedic Surgeons.
David and Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘05 & ‘03
Jarrett Osborne-Revis ‘03 is a practicing attorney with the Sangaria Law Firm in San Jose, California. Jarrett earned his MBA from Monmouth University in 2009 and his JD from Santa Clara University, School of Law, in 2012.
Claire Hendee ‘11 was named the Youth Discipleship Program Coordinator at Sacred Heart Cathedral. She oversees the XLT (Exalt) program, which combines moving worship with a powerful message to give high school students and all-new experience of Christ and His love for us. Claire is majoring in English with a minor in Religious Studies at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Sarah Beazley ‘13 was recently named a recipient of the Alcoa Foundation Scholarship, one of only 48 winners in North America. Sarah was admitted to the University of Tennessee Chancellor’s Honors Program, where she will study Chemistry/Pre-Pharmacy.
Thanks for the Memories!
Meagan Attanasio ‘09
Ryan Cook ‘08 graduated in May 2013 from University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a BS in Business Administration, majoring in Human Resource Management. Ryan is an Employment and Employee Relations Specialist at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Meagan Attanasio ‘09 has been accepted into the University of Tennessee College of Law. She graduated from Maryville College in May 2013 with Business and Organization Management major and Accounting minor. While at MC, Megan was involved with the equestrian team and completed an independent Senior Study on business management theories.
Through the Irish Archives, Knoxville Catholic aims to preserve, identify, and collect the school’s records, artifacts, and publications. The Irish Archives—a collaboration between the Alumni, Campus Ministry, and Library/Media departments—is currently seeking the following items for donations: Copy of the 50th Anniversary Commemorative Book, Photographs of the Ashe Home—original Knoxville Catholic High School building Copies of older school newspapers: Carillon, La Petit Fleur, and Gold and Blue Vintage KCHS athletic apparel Yearbooks (1963,1964, 1973, 1974, and 1975) Clergy photographs (in the classroom, chapel, etc.)
Becky Pocase ‘09 earned a BA in International Studies (Russian concentration) from the Croft Institute at the University of Mississippi in May 2013. She will receive a second bachelors this December in Political Science/Economics. Last year, Becky studied at Moscow University for five months and was the recipient of a Taylor Medal, the highest academic achievement honor awarded to Ole Miss students. She plans to work with an NGO that focuses on market building and government strengthening before pursuing an advanced degree in Development Economics. Rachel Jarnigan ‘10 was one of ten college students selected to work on the “Dream Team” at the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) convention (March 2013) in Louisville, Kentucky. SETC is the nation’s largest theatre convention and welcomes, annually, more than 4,000 actors, professional company representatives, design and technical professionals, theatre educators and Rachel Jarnigan ‘10 students for auditions, workshops, interviews and performances. Rachel is double majoring in Theatre Studies and Sociology at Maryville College.
Many thanks to Pat Pleasant, Class of 1973, for donating her varsity cheerleader uniforms to our archives. They are modeled in the photograph above by current KCHS cheerleaders: (L to R) Caylyn Reed, Kelsey McNutt, Kristin Fields, and Gabriele Hays. IRISH INK 5
Honor Roll The Annual Fund is Knoxville Catholic High School’s largest source of unrestricted support, allowing us to continue our tradition of excellence for more than 80 years. This Honor Roll recognizes Annual Fund donations received between July 1, 2012, and June 30, 2013. Last school year, more than $140,000 was raised through 250 donors. Please join our network of supporters—alumni, current and past parents, faculty, and friends—to help reach our 2013/2014 goal…$150,000! Irish Legacy Society ($10,000 and up) Ruth Coughlin, in memory of Dr. Dennis Coughlin, Jr. ‘45 In honor of Rob Petrone ‘99 and Claire Petrone Speight ‘02
Bishop’s Council ($5,000 to $9,999) Joey and Leslie Grubb Gene and Sharon Clancy Mulloy ‘75 Stephen, April, Sommerville ‘04, and Bo ‘06 Harris Mr. and Mrs. Kent C. Withers Memorial Fund
Monsignor Francis D. Grady Founder’s Circle ($1,000 to $4,999) Kenneth and Maureen Baker Amy E. Bentley, M.D. ‘84, in memory of Thomas J. Bentley, Sr. ‘48 Clayton Family Foundation Peter and Jacque Clem Alvin and Mary Nelle Hicks Connelly ‘60 & ‘61 Anthony and Jalana Cooper Jim and Melinda Ethier Betty and Mike Floyd ‘60, in memory of Josephine Vance Floyd ‘37, Sam Vance ‘36, Jack Vance ‘35, and Victor Vance ‘33 Dr. Karen Golden, in honor of Emily ‘14 J. Stewart and Yolla Hager Hazelwood/Williams Family Erik and Mary Kay Henry Mark and Jennifer MacKenzie Edward A. Maloy Robert A. McCabe, Jr. ‘68 Matthew and Barbara McCarty, in honor of Laura ‘07, Michael ‘09, and Kathryn ‘12 John and Linda McDermott, in honor of John Andrew ‘10 and Laura ‘14 Gary and Lisa McMichael, in honor of Miranda ‘15 Patrick and Kachelle O’Connor Terry and Susie Rowland, in honor of Jenny ‘99, John Michael ‘01, Stephanie ‘04, and Sandy ‘05 Julia Driscoll Schriver ‘46 Suzanne Schriver ‘76 and David Rechter Dr. James and Catherine Wike
Monsignor Christopher P. Murray Society ($500 to $999) Bob and Anne Allison ‘50, in memory of Sister Mary deLellis Allison, RSM ‘33 and Sister Mary Loyola Fox, RSM Charles R. Bollinger ‘61 Darel and Donna Callis, in honor of Tristen ‘14 Mike and Karen Carlson, in honor of Rachel ‘12 and Daniel ‘14 Curtis F. Curley ‘62, in memory of the departed members of the Class of 1962 Ron and Yon Cusick John and Crystal Deinhart Dr. E.M. Fitzgerald ‘53 Elias ‘94, Elyane ’98 , and Christina ‘03 Haddad Perry and Dawn Harbin
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Steven and Alessandra Hirshman, in honor of the Hirshman children Drs. Brian and Kathy Holloway, in honor of Emily ‘13 and Matthew ‘15 Matt and Suzi Judd Zibbie Brennan Kerin ‘64 Robert and Mary Sue Kosky Matt and Joy Krebs John and Lisa LaBine Dr. and Mrs. Steve Lorino Gilbert J. Malach ‘53, in memory of Rosemary Wright Malach ‘57 Monsignor Xavier Mankel ‘53, in memory of Mary Evelyn Carson Mankel Bryan Mayo, in honor of Bethany ‘15 and Blake ‘15 J. Michael and Stephanie McCable ‘71, in honor of Elizabeth Nickerson McCabe ‘41 Mary Thornburgh McCammon ‘38 Jim and Rachel McCollum ‘87 Mr. and Mrs. John T. O’Connor ‘53 Jim and Kathi O’Hara David and Patti Southern Pitts ‘71 Dr. and Mrs. Jerry Punch John and Carol Sheridan ‘68 Deborah Slone Chris and Chris Stauber, in honor of the KCHS faculty and staff Jane M. Walker, in honor of Mary Kennon ‘99, Bill ‘00, and Katie ‘02 Carole H. Willard John and Mary Leonard Mercer White ‘53, in memory of Sister Mary Helene White, RSM, Sister Mary Jolita Hughes, RSM ‘53, Jim Johnson ‘53, and Joe Long ‘53 Stephen and Mary Mac Wilson, in honor of Caroline ‘16 and Neeley ‘20 Rusty and Amy Wylie ‘90 Dr. Thomas G. Zarger, Jr. ‘66 and Josephine Murphy Zarger ‘66, in memory of Paul J. Murphy, Jr. and Katherine Clancy Murphy ‘40
Principal’s Council ($250 to $499) Dr. Carol Akerman and Jim Cortese Bradford and Debra Asplund Stephen and Catherine Barnes David and Lynne Bartlett Don Beardsley Pam Beaver ‘66 Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Birmingham Stan and Kaye Branson Jay and Catherine Bunch Ed and Judy Carter ‘64, in memory of Marie Carter Dr. Mike and Karen Clary Brandon D. Clevenger ‘91 Dr. and Mrs. Rodd Daigle Jimmy and Lois Dalton, in honor of Laura Benaoudia ‘11 Deb Maupin and Associates, Inc. Brian and Gerry Donaldson Greg and Betsy Erickson ‘79, in honor of Sam ‘13 and Jack ‘15
Michael and Sherri Ernst Rod and Lea Ann Fields Mike and Amy Fitzgerald Steve and Martha Forbes, in honor of Rachel ‘06, Rebecca ‘09, and Kathryn ‘10 In memory of Mary Wood Galloway Rev. Msgr. G. Patrick Garrity John and Pamela Garrity, in honor of Matthew ‘14 Tom and Jill Gilbertson Frank Gorey ‘46 Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Grobicki ‘71 John Hartman ‘80 Mark Haub, in honor of Grace ‘16 Patrick Hazari ‘00 Joe and Anita Hollander In memory of James J. Humphrey ‘62 In memory of Terrance B. Hurley ‘62 Tom and Patricia Brimi Janney ‘77, in honor of Hazel Catherine Brimi Mike and Paula Jones Sam and Carmen Kabbani, in honor of Thalia ‘16 KCHS Class of 1962 KCHS Class of 2012 Bob Kennedy, in memory of Joe Kennedy ‘02 Graham and Robin Matlock Kimbrough ‘89 Joe and Melinda Kirk Darrell J. Lott Nicholas McFadden ‘05 Shelby M. McMillan ‘90, in memory of Herbert H. McMillan ‘49 Tim and Diannah Eagle Miller ‘92 Jan Schaad Millsaps ‘80 Michael and Giannine Morris Dr. Chris O’Brien ‘67 Patrick and Barbara O’Brien, in honor of Monsignor Patrick Garrity Lisa B. Padgett, MD/Knoxville Pediatric Associates, in honor of Mack Padgett ‘14 Dr. and Mrs. Nicholas D. Pappas ‘68 In memory of Darlene Oldacre Parker ‘62 In memory of John Pritchard ‘62 Dorothy Roddy, in honor of Emily ‘14, Taylor ‘14, and Liza ‘16 Mike and Lynne Rucinski Peggy Settlemyer, in honor of Forest ‘16 Barrie Smith and Tom Schmitt In memory of J. Richard Smith ‘62 Dickie and Jeni Sompayrac Steve and Collette Souder Hon. Charles D. Susano, Jr. ‘54 and Carolyn K. Susano Betty McCain Tinker ‘53, in memory of Glenn Tinker Dan and Yvonne Tracy Mark and Heather Turner Steve and Kathy Walker In memory of Sister Ann Madeline ‘41, Jess Willard ‘44, and Robert J. Willard ‘55 Thomas and Beth Zuraf, in honor of Natalie ‘16 James and MaryAnn Yann, in honor of Maureen ‘02, Katelyn ‘04, Jimmy ‘09, and Patty ‘11
Century Club ($100 to $249) M. Jeannette Lukosky Armstrong ‘56 Peggy Arrowsmith ‘51 David and Christy Ball John and Lisa Batcheller Rob and Laura Bindner Robert and Lisa Beldyk Barbara Brimi ‘64, in memory of Dr. Robert J. Brimi and William Francis Brimi ‘81 James and Carole Brink ‘76 David Brink ‘79 Bill Bugg, in memory of Marian Bugg Tony and Tammy Cabrera Mr. and Mrs. Markus Chady Jewel Chin ‘57, in memory of Lep and Adrian Chin Andrzej and Mariola Cieslik, in honor of Veronika ‘11 and Kamila ‘17 Art and Sue Rueff Clancy ‘47 & ‘50 Gary and Susan Clifton Mr. and Mrs. David A. Coode ‘80 John and Joan Petrone Coode ‘68 Peter and Doris Coode ‘73 John and Ashley Robins Coulter ‘03 & ‘04 Steve and Kat Coy John Croes ‘61, in memory of the departed members of the Class of 1961 Chris Dash ‘80 Larry and Kathryn DeWine ‘59 Becky Kidd Dodson ‘78, in memory of Red and Lib Clancy Kidd ‘52 & ‘50 Anne Donovan, in memory of Rickard J. Donovan Timothy K. Donovan ‘99, in memory of Rickard J. Donovan Margaret Ann Ericson ‘66, in memory of Margaret Leahy Ericson David and Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘05 & ‘03 James and Cissy Lewis Fiegle ‘65 & ‘67 Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fowler ‘94 Paul and Kathleen Fortunato Andrew and Michelle Garland Dr. and Mrs. Judson Gash, in honor of Taylor ‘11 and Christian ‘13 Robert B. Gentry ‘54, in honor of Monsignor Philip Thoni Gerkins Family Laurence and Margaret Shanks Gibney ‘60 & ‘63 Henry Gordon ‘51 Joseph Gorey ‘47 Gorrondona Family Robert and Jeanne Gotcher ‘49, in honor of the Class of ‘49 Patricia Riney Green ‘47, in memory of Milly Riney ‘49 Kathye Smith Grizzle ‘67 Mr. and Mrs. William D. Hatcher ‘40 Sean and Lisa Healy, in memory of Ann Micale Margaret Sheridan Hinton ‘72, in memory of John Shea Sheridan ‘43 Carol Kirk Holden ‘64 Tom and Katie Holvey Mr. and Mrs. John Hoover Ryan and Leslie Hunse Mike Hutchens William Jolly ‘53 Dr. Kelly and Mary Kearse Adele Kennedy ‘41 Janet Keough ‘62 Jeff and Cheri Kochanowski Laura J. Kress ‘68 George Ann Green Lamb ‘57, in memory of Russell and Greg Lamb Jack Lambertz ‘64 Charles Leahy ‘46
Honor Roll
Taylor and Allison Locke ‘00 Elizabeth Long, in memory of James W. Long ‘51 Tim and Susan McCabe Lorentz ‘73 & ‘73 Mike and Mary Jo Martin Hiroaki and Mercedes Masuo Mary Wallace Matlock ‘48 Bryan T. May, Jr. ‘69, in memory of Marie O’Malley May Joseph and Lynda McConnell Frances Koteski McGaha ‘62 Maureen McGovern ‘61 Joe and Clydette McReynolds Father Chris Michelson Jerry and Jean Van Eynde Mitchell ‘52 Patrick and Ellie Murphy-Racey, in honor of Father Chris Michelson Greg and Ann O’Connor John and Linda Ostrowski James and Patricia Parsly Mary Patron, in honor of Matthew ‘14 and Courtney ‘16 Howington David and Rita Patterson Chris and Liberty Phillips John and Maureen Plotnicki ‘67 Jeffrey and Nancy Polakiewicz, in honor of Jeff ‘04, Jenna ‘06, and Joe ‘12 Dr. and Mrs. Wilson L. Powers ‘70, in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Findley William and Jody Pritchard, in honor of Michelle ‘08 Roger and Gin Punzalan Douglas and Jeanniene Rakowski Mary Virginia Milazzo Raviotta ‘70 Rob and Tricia Rodocker ‘68 Dr. Robert H. Scott ‘44, in memory of Sister Mary David and Sister Mary Felicia Gary and Marsha Sega, in memory of Drew Sega ‘98 Thomas and Patricia Shannon Phillip and Carmen Sharp ‘59 LTC and Mrs. Tom Simcox ‘56 John and Judith Simmins, in honor of John ‘13 and Nathan ‘15 Karen Tranter and Greg Sommers Kathryn T. Steinhoff ‘97 Chris and Paula Legendre Stop ‘88 Jean-Paul and Pat Tippitt ‘69 Claire Rauen Tschudy ‘57 Patrick Tyrrell ‘60, in memory of Katherine J. Tyrrell ‘64 Anthony and Charisse Vacchiano David and Anne Valone, in honor of Marianne “Kit” Valone ‘10 Philip Vance ‘81 Pat and Tammy Walden, in honor of Ryan ‘08 Alfred “Bogie” Wallace ‘52, in memory of departed Wallace family alumni Carol J. Wallace, in memory of James J. Wallace ‘53 Kay Whitt-Fecher
Cornerstone Club (up to $99) Asmaa Alaoui-Ismaili Mark E. Balog Martin and Marilyn Pace Bartling ‘57 Paul “Bick” Berney ‘59 Robert and Mary Blackorby Robert J. Boyd ‘50 Robert and Karen Carroll Nick H. Cazana ‘62 Catherine “Kitty” Creekmore ‘89 Bill and Julie Crenshaw ‘67 In honor of Rebecca Dietz ‘14 Paul T. Dunn ‘80
Cathy and Jeff Elliott, in honor of Adam Sullivan Anne M. Garrett Chris Hollander ‘04 and Rachel Rushworth-Hollander Dean and Elizabeth Gibney Howell ‘96 Steven and Debbie Howerton ‘72 Scott and Mary Kidwell ‘81, in honor of Patrick ‘16 Jared and Monica Kimutis Philip A. Kirk ‘65 In honor of Matthew ‘12, Mitchell ‘13, and Meredith ‘17 Krebs Bob and Mary Lou Lewis ‘53 Kim Buchanan Litton ‘73 Patricia Kirk Loy Barbara McCarthy McCooe ‘49, in memory of Bill McCarthy ‘57 Emily Merwin ‘04 John Metzguer ‘60, in memory of Margaret Metzguer Angelo Miceli Roch and Elayne Monnig, in honor of Roch Monnig, Jr. ‘12 Sister Helen Nelson, OSF ‘62 Richard and Jo Ellen Norville, in honor of Evan ‘10 and Thomas ‘16 The Otey Family, in honor of Laura ‘12 Jerold Pace ‘61 Alizza Punzalan-Randle ‘93 Mark and Maria Rivera Gertrude Mabry Sharpe Wayne and Eunice Jardet Stearns ‘63, in honor of Wayne Stearns, Jr. ‘01 Tim Stovall ‘03 John “Tip” Talone, Jr. ‘58 Dave and Barbara Rozek Wasil ‘75 Rick and Donna White George and Andrea Wignall Steven Young ‘10 Thank you to all those you donated to the following memorials: Richard Connelly Rickard J. Donovan Dr. Daniel R. Koelsch ‘88 James Long ‘51 James Paulus ‘50 Patricia Ann Hurley Ross ‘54 Catherine Ridder Wetzel
Matching Gift Companies Bank of America ConocoPhillips Kimberly Clark Scripps Networks Interactive UBS Financial Services WakeMed Wells Fargo
This Honor Roll recognizes those who contributed to the Annual Fund between July 1, 2012, through June 30, 2013. The Annual Fund bridges the gap between tuition revenue and the actual cost of a KCHS education. Please use the enclosed remittance envelope if you would like to join the 2013/2014 Honor Roll or renew your support! IRISH INK 7
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Knoxville Catholic’s ACT Scores on the Rise KCHS continues outpacing state and nation! On August 21, the ACT organization released their 2013 Profile Report, summarizing the testing performance of last year’s senior class to help schools determine how well they have been preparing students for college-level work. Knoxville Catholic’s average composite score rose to 25.3, up from 24.6 in 2012 – outperforming both the state (19.5) and nation (20.9). The Class of 2013 improved on every part of the ACT, with our average scores exceeding Tennessee’s average in every category. English showed the most improvement with scores rising to 26.2 from 25.3, Mathematics improved to 23.6 from 23.1, Reading to 26.1 from 25.7 and Science to 24.6 from 24.0. These ACT results underscore that our students leave KCHS with the tools to succeed in college and beyond!
National Merit Scholars Announced Two KCHS Seniors named Semifinalists, three Commended Scholars On September 11, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced that two Knoxville Catholic students were named semifinalists in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations to seniors Rebecca Dietz and Mack Padgett for this esteemed academic honor, achieved by only one percent of the high school seniors who tested. Three KCHS seniors were named National Merit Commended Scholars: Kate Longaker, Sarah McCarty, and Nick Santodonato. Students qualify for National Merit by taking the Preliminary SAT. Of the 1.5 million students who took the PSAT, only 16,000 were chosen as semifinalists and 34,000 as commended scholars.
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KCHS Artists Preserve Heritage Creating lasting memories for disadvantaged children During the fall semester, our Portfolio Honors class (a course designed for the college-bound art major) is participating in the Memory Project. The Memory Project is a unique initiative in which art students create portraits for children and teens around the world who have been neglected, orphaned, or disadvantaged. The goal is to provide these young people with special memories that capture a piece of their childhood and to help them see themselves as works of art. The portrait to the right was painted by Bridget Anderson (Class of 2014) using the photograph a Cambodian child. Knoxville Catholic’s Visual and Performing Arts programs continue to expand. Our Fine Arts Department now offers 16 courses, including 3-D Design, Digital Photography, Beginning Chorus, Advanced Acting, and more! Please join us December 15 at 6:30pm for the annual Fine Arts Celebration at KCHS. 8 IRISH INK
Save the Dates Admissions Open House November 10, 2013 at 2:00 pm KCHS Gymnasium Learn more about the KCHS admissions process, course offering, and extracurricular activities. The Open House is a great opportunity to tour our campus, meet faculty and coaches, and reserve a spot for the 8th Grade Placement Test! Nichole Pfohl, Dean of Admissions
[email protected] or (865)560-0502
Santa Sunday December 8, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm KCHS Commons & Cafeteria Bring your children or grandchildren to meet Santa, decorate cookies, and create Christmas cards. This 4th Annual event is $10 per child (family discounts are available) and includes a photograph with Santa and an afternoon snack. Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘03, Community Relations Coordinator
[email protected] or (865)560-0509
The Green & Gold Gala January 25, 2014 at 6:00 pm Lighthouse Knoxville The Green & Gold Gala is Knoxville Catholic’s premier event celebrating KCHS and her rich tradition of inspiring excellence! We are expecting more than 250 guests, including alumni, past and current parents, corporate representatives, and other community friends. Last year, the Gala raised $63,000 for classroom technology upgrades! The Green & Gold Gala offers a full evening of cocktails, silent/ live auction, dining, music, and dancing. Tickets are $100 per person and include hors d’oeuvres, gourmet meal, and complimentary champagne. Megan Locke Erpenbach ‘03, Community Relations Coordinator
[email protected] or (865)560-0509
Golden Grad Brunch April 5, 2014 from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon KCHS Commons The KCHS Alumni Office invites our graduates from 1964 and earlier—and their friends and family—to the 4th Annual Golden Grad Brunch. Please join us to enjoy a delicious brunch and fellowship with former classmates. The event is $15 per person. Diannah Eagle Miller ‘92, Director of Development/Alumni Affairs
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In Memoriam Father Edward T. Alberts (faculty—1970s) Peggy Riney Arrowsmith ‘51 Carl “Eddie” Beeler, father of Sean Beeler ‘08 and Sara Beeler ‘09 L. Lee Benedict, brother and brother-in-law of Bert and Kathleen DeWine Benedict ‘66 & ‘66 John William Bentley ‘41, brother of the late Mary Ellen Bentley Sassi ‘36, James E. Bentley, Sr. ‘38, Frances Cloud Bentley ‘44, and Thomas J. Bentley ‘48 Michael Julian Brink ‘74, brother of Hank Brink ‘71, John Brink ‘72, James Brink ‘76, Kathleen Brink Bullock ‘77, David Brink ‘79, Barbara Brink Ambrose ‘83, and Gregory Brink ‘85. Paul Thomas Fogarty, Jr. ‘43 (June 2013) and Ellen Cook Fogarty ‘43 ( April 2013), married 66 years and parents of Patricia Fogarty Slagle ‘65, Irene Fogarty Carney ‘69, and the late Paul J. Fogarty ‘66 Barbara Griffin ‘49, sister of Jeanne Griffin Crowe ‘47 David Long ‘53
“You, whose company I enjoyed, at whose side I walked in procession in the house of God.” -Psalms 55:15
Keith McGuinn, stepfather of Victoria “Tori” Cox ‘12 Kitty Richmond Pepper ‘47 Mary Driscoll Reese ‘44, sister of Brother Roland Driscoll ‘39 and Julia Driscoll Schriver ‘46 and the late Rev. James Driscoll ‘38 and Martha Driscoll Austin ‘42 Jacob Roberson ‘07 Sam Sharpe, III ‘72 Tom Spicer ‘87, son of Vonnie Cunningham Spicer ‘63; brother of Joseph Lee Spicer ‘86 and Patricia Spicer Sellers ‘88
Dr. Dennis Coughlin, Jr. ‘45 1927—2009
David Robert Stidham ‘66, brother of Mary Jo Stidham White ‘62, Karen Stidham Scott ‘64, Judith Stidham Wright ‘65, and Suzanne Stidham Brooks ‘69 Philip Taylor, father of Nicholas Taylor ‘15 Hubert Willard ‘52, brother of Jean Willard Wedekind ‘42, George and Mary Catherine Hughes Willard ‘46 & ‘52, Jody Willard Woody ‘47, Dorothy Willard Romines ‘48, Patsy Willard Connelly ‘57, and the late Jess Willard ‘44 and Robert Willard ‘55 Samuel George “Sam” Woody, husband of Jody Woody ‘47; grandfather of Heather Austin Sharp ‘98, Joe Austin ‘00, Daniel Austin ‘06, David Houbre ‘02, Michael Houbre ‘04, and Amanda Houbre ‘06
Memorial Contribution Benefits Technology Programs Dr. Dennis Coughlin, Jr. ‘45 was a strong supporter of his alma mater, giving of his time, talent and treasure. He attended every reunion, including his 60 year reunion in 2005. In December of 2012, his family continued his tradition of giving back with a contribution that significantly impacted classroom technology at Knoxville Catholic High School. With this memorial gift, KCHS was able to upgrade computers and software in one of our technology laboratories. The school was also able to purchase additional netbooks for our mobile technology lab. Many thanks to the Coughlin family for their generosity. 10 IRISH INK
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Shamrock Open GOLF TOURNAMENT Knoxville Catholic would like to thank all of the sponsors, donors, and participants who helped to make the 27th annual Shamrock Open a huge success. We welcomed 200 golfers to Egwani Farms on June 14 to help raise more than $47,000 for academic programs and classroom technology at KCHS. Please support those who support KCHS!
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Bridgestone Golf Connor Concepts DeRoyal Industries EPRI Stephen & April Harris Home Federal Bank Kelsan Legend Fitness Lensgraf Clinic, P.C. McDonald’s Next Level Training Office Works Principle Group USA Regions Bank Rick McGill’s Toyota RIVR Media Rouse Construction Harrison Smith
Advantage Electronics Allan Associates Architects Applical Decal Company Ashe’s Wine & Spirits Beaty Chevrolet Bistro at the Bijou Blaine Construction Bob’s Package Store Bonnie’s Garage Door Brown Squirrel Furniture BSN Sports Bunstine, Watson, McElroy & Becker Ceilings Etc. Chick-fil-A Clancy Optical/SPEX Dr. Michael Clary, DDS Coca-Cola Company Mr. Chris Coffey Coleman’s Printing & Awards DeAnna Coulter - State Farm Direct Mail Services The Ducote Family Duncan Automotive Educational Outfitters
Facility Systems Consultants The Faris Family FESCO First Tennessee Bank Five Star Food Service Forester Benefits Management Friend of KCHS Dr. TJ Fowler, DDS Gillespie Import Services Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Greer Harvest Towne Wine & Spirits Higginbotham Heating & Air Hilliard Lyons John Huber– Markets @ Choto Johnson Architecture Jostens Kohl’s Kramer Rayson, LLP The Kroger Company Lewis, King, Krieg & Waldrop Litton’s Market & Restaurant Mac’s Pharmacy McScrooge’s Wine & Spirits Meridian Trust The Murphy Family
The Mynatt Family Northshore Wine & Spirits Dr. Gibbs Prevost, DDS PepsiCo Pro Photo Revenue Recovery Corporation Rose Mortuary Salon Prive Suites The Sheridan Family Smoky Mountain Brewery St. Albert the Great Church Standard Electric Service Inc. St. John Neumann Church Take Out Thyme Threds Tennessee Valley Audiology Toddy’s Liquor & Wine The Trust Company Waste Management White Realty Wrigley/Mars WS Packaging Group
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Reunions November 29-30, 2013 Class of 2003 Reunion Contact: Megan Locke Erpenbach
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[email protected] December 26, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Christmas Social (Calhoun’s on the River) Grads from ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s No RSVP needed Contact: Linda Long
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On September 20 and 21, the Class of 1963 celebrated their 50th Reunion. They enjoyed a weekend of reminiscing and catching up with friends and classmates. If it's time for your class reunion, contact the Alumni Office at (865) 560.0509 for reunion status updates or for information on planning events. Visit the “Alumni” section of knoxvillecatholic.com to download our reunion planning guide.
