APR 27, 2026
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SPECIAL THANKS to Dan Peterson & Tom Ropiak for sponsoring today's Alumni House Lunch. Wells Brothers pizza was the main course , with a variety to choose from.
Dan Peterson, Lisa Rivers, Bill Rivers, Tom Ropiak
Joining Us: Dan Peterson, Tom Ropiak, Chris Gorman, Sue Gorman, Charlie Presta,
Dave Cook, Rick Jones, George Oteman, Dr Ron Kraus, Jeff Tarkowski, Terry Toll,
Tom Konieczko, Dan DeMatthew, Amy DeMatthew, Marty Defatte, Pam Mano, Mark Mano, Monica DaPra, Rick Jones, Kellie Arson, Cindi Sanchez, Dave Benjamin, Bill Dombrowski, Lloyd Tremmel, Nick Comande, Joe Osterman, Rick Ropiak, Joe Woitach, Frank D'Acquisto,
Dave McCauley, Chuckie Schovain, Joe Macareno, Don Klemt, Tom Goebel, John Ketarkus,
Denise Ketarkus
Table Pictures thanks to..........Lloyd Tremmel '60
New Face..............
Denise Ketarkus '70 - seated next to Don Klemt
Out & About............
Wells Brothers -
daughter Rebekah, Bill Rivers, daughter Liz
Congratulations to Joe Osterman - recent "Honor Flight" attendee.....Joe, joins
a number of Veteran Alumni & Friends: Lloyd Tremmel, Terry Toll, Tom Konieczko,
Bill Horvath, Marty Defatte, Mark Mano, Dan Kovara to name a few.
A Proud Veteran: Joe Osterman
Check it out............
WRJN RADIO PROGRAM - THINGS WE DID IN THE 50S & 60S THAT WOULD FRIGHTEN US NOW
Please join us this THURSDAY morning, APRIL 30th, at approx. 7:05 am,
when Carol Gianforte and I will again be guests on the Don Rosen show (1400 on the am dial), remembering some of our pleasant memories from the 50s and 60s. This time, we'll be looking at "normal" things we once did that are considered quite dangerous today!
Let's start with cigarettes, where smoking was permitted almost everywhere, including busses, work, and many public places. And then there was all that sugar we consumed...in cereals (Sugar Corn Pops, Sugar Smacks, Sugar Crisp), bubblegum, penny candy, cotton candy, and our favorite candy bars.
We'll talk about not wearing any seat belts, and those unsafe car seats for kids. Remember skitching and hitchhiking? Anyone ride in the bed of your dad's pickup truck? All this and a lot more!
So, join us for an hour of fun, as we recall some of our favorite memories from the 50s and 60s.
(a podcast will be available for those who can't tune in at 7:00 am).
CRIBBAGE.................SEMI CORRECT ???
Table #1: Monica DaPra/Sue Gorman 0 - 3, Frank D'Acquisto/Chris Gorman 1 - 2
Chuckie Schovain/Jeff Tarkowski 0 - 3,
Monica, Chuckie,Chris, Sue, Jeff, Frank
Table #2: Charlie Presta/Joe Osterman 3 - 2, Dave McCauley/Rick Ropiak 2 - 3,
Dan DeMatthew/Bill Dombrowski 0 - 5
Dave, Joe, Dan, Rick, Charlie, Bill
Table #3: Canadian Cribbage.............
Mark Mano/Joe Macareno 5 -6, Bobby Letsch Jr/Tom Miller 6 - 5
Rick, Mark, Tom, Joe
CONGRATULATIONS..............
Attorney Tim Crawford '66 Honored for 50 Years of Service
Celebrated 50 years of Rotary "Service Above Self" today with Tim Crawford.
Thanks - St Monica's Senior Living Volunteers: top pic far right is Tom Pulda '72
You may know some of the others..............
Today we had the joy of celebrating our incredible volunteers, and it truly reminded us just how much each of you means to our community. From leading meaningful Bible studies, to offering warm and friendly visits, building beautiful things for us, assisting with parties, art groups, and bringing comfort and smiles through pet therapy. Your kindness and dedication shine in so many ways.
FYI................
Did You Know ???
Point to Ponder..............
AMEN...........
Prepare for Cinco de Mayo - May 5th.............
Trip Down Memory Lane............The Good Old Days
Devine's Sporting Goods on Douglas Ave
Konicek's Drive In on 4Mile & Douglas
A & W Drive In on 12th - each time the Angels stopped for a Hamburger & Root Beer -
the guys all hoped special car hop Carol (Rabe) May '59 would take their order.
John Ketarkus '56 visits the past............
LAUGH FOR THE DAY...............
Angels Connecting.................
1st Thursday of the Month - Alumni & Friends meet 9:30am (time Change) at DeRango's
on Washington & West Blvd
Class of '76 - Committee is meeting and planning for their 50th Class Reunion next summer. Contact Nick Comande - MTCLIMBR@EXECPC.com
Class of '73 - Luncheon was Tuesday December 9th at the Alumni House. Paul Sklba is coordinating the get-together.
Class of '62 - website: SCHS1962.org - Compliments of John McNamee '62
• Class of '60 -They also meet the last Wednesday of each month at Dynasty restaurant.
- contact Renee (Ricchio) Benjamin for details - rsbenjam@sbcglobal.net
• Class of '59 - meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Castlewood restaurant
- contact Mary (D'Acquisto) Woitach for details - JWOITACH@yahoo.com
• Class of '58 - meets 1st Tuesday of the month at Dynasty restaurant
- contact Karen (Petersen) Verbeten for details - Kverbeten1@wi.rr.com
Purchase your Angels Items online. Click on......
Racine Happenings..............
Big things are happening at Crawford Park off 4mile & 31! Starting the week of April 6th, the next phase of the park expansion project will officially begin.
This phase includes:
1. Removal of the old tennis courts
2. Construction of an expanded parking lot to better serve the shelter and playground areas
3. Construction is expected to last approximately 2 months, with completion anticipated by late May to early June.
Angels in the news ...... Congratulations !!!
We’re proud to celebrate our amazing St. Catherine’s seniors and all they’ve accomplished! Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the Class of 2026.
Help us cheer them on!
Prayers for families of deceased Alumni - Friends
Prayers for Alumni & Friends dealing with Health Issues:
Chris Gorman '77 Ankle Saga-------
1. Live with it — but it will continue to get worse, more unstable, and more painful. We don’t know the timeline how soon this will happen. It may also eliminate option 2 and 3 completely.
2. Total ankle replacement — about a 20% chance of success.
3. Total ankle fusion — about a 50–60% chance of success, very complex surgery with a long recovery.
4. Amputation — offers the best chance for improved mobility and quality of life.
We are going to go with option 1 for awhile.
Sue
Lori Prideaux diagnosed with breast cancer for the 2nd time in two years.
Will have surgery in next few weeks.
Mary (D'Acquisto) Woitach '59 dealing with lung cancer
Ron Janaky '58 is at Lakeshore in the memory care unit and his mind is very limited
SPECIAL PRAYERS.............
Joe & Mary Woitach, Jim Mascari, Terry Toll, Joe Ingrasci, Dave Schilling, Fr Joe Hornack, Chris & Sue Gorman's grandson Elijah, Walt Strini, John Hansen, Don Heck, Bob Letsch, Mickey Postorino, Helen (Wilmes) Miller, Mike O'Brien, Dick Albregts' wife, Marty Defatte's wife Donna, Bill Halberstadt's wife Judy, Dan Peterson's wife Donna
Important Dates.................................
Tuesday May 5th - Cinco de Mayo
Sunday May 10th - Mother's Day
Monday May 25th - Memorial Day
BE SAFE - BE HEALTHY - BE POSITIVE